Our Beijing bicycles, part 2: Wally returns

Sometimes you run into people who are a true inspiration. They may not win medals or public acclaim, but they are determined, cheerful and unpretentious, and generally make the world a better place.

But I'm getting ahead of the story. Let me back up.

People were surprised when we ordered a bicycle online, finding such a large item an odd thing to have delivered - only partially assembled - in a box.