Here is a Hetchins we sold a couple of years ago. Nice Brilliant(ed. Vibrant) seat and chain stays. The bicycle was equipped with Stronglight 49d cranks, a hand operated Simplex front derailleur, Simplex rear derailleur, Weinmann engraved centerpull brakes, and GB Spearpoint stem and ferrulled GB handlebars, and super cool blue translucent Bluemels fenders.Our customer … Continue reading 1961 Hetchins
Another Chrome bicycle, just wheeled right into the shop
So it probably seems like I have a chrome bicycle obsession, well I think I do. The other day I was working at the shop, and went up front to spot this chrome Schwinn in the shop for some minor repairs. Outfitted with a Brooks B-72, leather sewn grips(probably Velo Orange), and even a set … Continue reading Another Chrome bicycle, just wheeled right into the shop
Caminade Caminargent Ladies Bicycle
This Caminade showed up on Ebay about 5 years ago. Finding high-end ladies bicycles are rather difficult, and one in this condition even harder. It is in beautiful condition, and I love the heart cutout on the headlug connecting the toptube. Simon Firth also built a bicycle for his lovely wife with a heart cutout … Continue reading Caminade Caminargent Ladies Bicycle
well. . . .Not bicycle related in any way. . .but related to me.
I am an ad hoc dj at night, and professional bicycle mechanic and restorer/historian by day. So below is a little promotional video we made for a Labor Day party happening in Philadelphia this weekend.it is fun and lighthearted. watch it and laugh.http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=6374472&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=&fullscreen=1The Making Time Pool Party... The Sequel... The Movie or "Hot Dog the … Continue reading well. . . .Not bicycle related in any way. . .but related to me.