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February 9, 2015February 7, 2017 joelflood Philadelphia

Sick of winter

Ready for the spring, and so is this bike.

February 8, 2015February 7, 2017 joelflood 1988, huffy, koichi yamaguchi, olympics, time trial, us cycling team

Koichi Yamagughi built World Championship time trial frame and fork

This is a pretty special bike. It was built by Koichi Yamaguchi in the mid 1980's for Huffy Corp. / Mike Melton. It was used in the 1986 World Championship time trial event and then used for the 1988 Olympics as a time trial training bike, where the rear seat stay was broken (see … Continue reading Koichi Yamagughi built World Championship time trial frame and fork

February 7, 2015February 7, 2017 joelflood 1950's, Jose Meiffret, motor pace, record attempt

Jose Meiffret

Frenchman Jose Meiffret set the motorpaced record in 1951 behind a Talbot Lago at 109.1 mph and again in 1962 with a speed of 127.342 behind a Mercedes 300SL. In his 1951 attempt, he carried a note in his pocket that stated: "In case of fatal accident, I beg the spectators not to feel … Continue reading Jose Meiffret

February 5, 2015February 7, 2017 joelflood 1900, cyclometer, for sale, high wheeler, NY standard watch company, safety

For Sale: N.Y. standard watch company cyclometer NOS NEW in box circa 1900

This is a rare piece. N.Y. Standard Watch Company cyclometer, NOS NEW in the box. This one is for a 28" wheel. Circa 1900 production. Functions perfectly and comes with original mounting bracket and wheel striker. Box is in great shape for its age. Excellent finishing touch for your period restoration.Please email at: bikeville@gmail.com … Continue reading For Sale: N.Y. standard watch company cyclometer NOS NEW in box circa 1900