My first Love Mongoose II

This was my second bike, and my first love. I bought it when I was in the 5th grade after busting the first (a well used Toys 'R' Us special) in half, I saved up for months to buy this thing. I taped the magazine ad picture to the wall above my bed, and after I bought it I used to go out to the garage and just look at it. Over the years I upgraded the cranks, Stem, handlebars, seatpost/clapm, seat. The wheels, brakes, and frame are original. The bike sat in parts for many years, but a few years ago while visiting my parents I put it back together, and it's still rideable. Last time I visited I rode it around a bit, and so did my daughter (who is now about the same age I was when I had it) and nephew. I figure if I still have this bike after 24 years I probably always will.