Illinois Classic Antique Bicycle Show

The Illinois State Classic Champion Bicycle will be awarded at the Annual Antique-Classic Bicycle Show and Swap Meet. This year’s event will be held in Pana’s Historic Kitchell Park in the Chautauqua Pavilion on Saturday beginning at 9:00 a.m. with awards at approximately 3:00 p.m. With early entries already in, the show is expected to fill the 11,000 sq. ft. auditorium. Entries in all classes can be made in all classes until 11:00 a.m. the day of the event.

The Illinois State Classic Champion Bike will receive the “2007 State Champion Trophy” and $150.00 as well as entry fee into the 2008 Ann Arbor, Michigan National Swap Meet. The Runner-up State Champion will receive $100.00. The National status of the Pana Show is expected to draw some of the finest classic bicycles in the Country.

The event is held in conjunction with the Pana Midstate Classic Car Show. The event is coordinated by the Pana Chamber of Commerce and is promoted as a “Free — Family Event” as admission is free for both events. Large crowds are expected with both Car and Bicycle enthusiasts attending. All are invited to “bring their lawn chairs” and enjoy the shade and the events of the day. For more information call the Pana Chamber of Commerce at 217-562-4240. Also see www.geocities.com/bikes62557 and www.panaillinois.com

Best Restoration:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured before 1980 That has been restored (Judging to be on quality and accuracy of restoration)
Best Original Classic: – $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured before 1980 That has not been restored (all accessories must be period)
Best Early Classic/Antique:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured before 1930
Best 30’s Classic:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured in 1930’s
Best 40’s Classic:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured in 1940’s
Best 50’s Classic:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured in 1950’s
Best 60’s Classic:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured in 1960’s
Best 70’s Classic:- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle manufactured in 1970’s
Best “Muscle Bike” Type:- $5.00 entry fee Any “Muscle Bike” Type Bicycle manufactured before 1980
Best “Classic Pair” :- $7.00 entry fee (for two bikes) Any Pair of Classic or Vintage Bicycles manufactured before 1980 (winning pair receives 1 Trophy)
Best Juvenile Classic- $2.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Bicycle entered by juvenile 12 yrs. and under
Best Lady’s Classic- $5.00 entry fee Any Classic or Vintage Lady’s/Girl’s bicycle manufactured before 1980 (Must be entered by Lady or Girl to qualify for this class) other Lady’s/Girl’s Bicycles will be judged in other appropriate classes.