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i i I. I 1 I ,11 1 A i Advice Offered On Buying Bikes Open Daily 9-9 Sunday 10-6 TUBS. THRU THUR. SALE Dec. 22-24, 1981 A LI hny Ub JlJUlt a al 1 uesaay, uecemuer ft- A common sight on Christmas morning is a shiny new bicycle standing next to the Christmas tree.

This month, the Traffic Bicycle Safety Program, jointly sponsored by the Albuquerque Parks and Rec- roatinn rWartmpnt and the ingly popular and are designed for rougher, off-road use. For younger children, durability rather than weight is a more important consideration. For the most part, bicycles with wheels smaller than 20 inches are toy sidewalk bikes and are not intended for street use. Size: A poorly sized bicycle can be dangerous. Never buy a bicycle that is too big for a child, with the thought that he will grow into it.

Wheel size (diameter) and frame size (distance from The Saving Place 1 1 the crank axle to the top of Albuquerque Police Department, offer suggestions to make buying a bicycle for the holidays a safe and happy experience. Type: The best way to decide what type of bicycle to buy is to know the needs of the person who will be riding it and to discuss those needs with serious bicyclists and bicycle dealers. Many books and magazines about bicycling are available. Adult bicycles usually are available in one-, three-, five-, 10-and speed models. The one-and three -gear models usually the frame rube) should not be confused.

It is the frame size that determines the fit. A bicycle is the correct size if the rider can straddle the too frame tube with both feet on the ground and with a one- or two-inch clearance between the crotch and the tube. Frame size can also be estimated by subtracting 10 inches from the rider in seam length. Dealer: Buy the bicycle from a merchant who is reputable and knowledgeable, Make certain that repair and maintenance facilities are available and if at all possi have upright nanaieoars ana 26-inch diameter wheels. For commuting, touring, and serious recreational riding, a 10-speed bicycle with 27-inch wheels is recommended.

These 10-speed bicycles are usually lighter, and their wider gearing range, dropped handlebars and narrower tires make longdistance riding more comfortable. Alloy rims, though more expensive, are lighter and provide better braking in wet weather. Children's bicycles also come in a variety of speeds. The motocross-style bicycles are becoming increas ble, go to the dealer with the person who will be riding Sale Price the bicycle and fit him be fore buying. Litton Meal-In-One Microwave Oven Accessories: If any bicvclineistobedoneat night, be certain thatthe bicycle is equipped with the brightest front and rear lights available, and a full reflector set.

Large Meal-ln-One lets you cook complete meals all at once, or start others with one dish or two, then add third food as you cook. Electronic touch control panel. Parker Brothers Monoply Game Popular real-estate game for ages 8 to adult. For hours of fun. Fired Manager Sues KLKK-TV, Owner less for the purpose of harming plaintiff." Ledet's employment agreement, filed with the court, called for a salary of $48,000 from Oct.

1 to March 31, 1982, and paid membership in Albuquerque Country Club, as well as the percentage of the sale of the station; In a telephone interview, Ledet declined to give a reason for his dismissal. In another telephone interview, Pena declined to say who might be interested in the station, but admitted the station was for sale. "Everything is for sale. cksOo) Milt Ledet who was fired last Monday as general manager for KLKK-TV, Channel 23 has filed suit in District Court against the station and owner Eddie Pena for breach of contract. Ledet's suit also claims that the television station is in the process of being sold.

Ledet began work at the station last August, but according to the suit, he didn't sign an employment contract until Oct. 23. He had worked for Atlanta broadcaster Ted Turner as presidentof a Charlotte, N.C., television station and as sales manager for Atlanta "superstation" WTBS. In the suit filed late Friday, Ledet said a sale of the station for $7 million was pending and his contract called for 2 percent of the profits of the sale, or Ledet also asked for in actual damages from both the station and Pena, and $100,000 in punitive damages from each of the parties. Ledet said he had lost $16,624 in salary, due to the "deliberately breached contract," labeling that breach "willful, wanton, and reck This is a question that is alwavs asked of me.

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Pena bought into the station four years ago and now owns more than 90 percent of the station's stock. He has also invested millions of dollars in the station. There was talk this spring that the station was for sale, but an offer made by a Nevada company was reportedly turned down by Pena. No trial date has been set for the suit. 'utauj 9 Sale Price 17ft 07 Sale Price Sale Price MSadjians 1 I I Oriental II ffl I I Area Rugs 12" dia.

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