My best friend Julie Lorch wrote this amazing book, Where to Bike- Philadelphia, for rides in the Philadelphia area. We have copies in Via Bicycle for customers to buy and Amazon also stocks the book, if you can't make it down to the shop. And yes, I have contributed a ride in the book as … Continue reading Where to Bike-Philadelphia book
Blog Posts
1962 Jack Taylor we recently purchased
We recently purchased this 1962 Jack Taylor, and as you can see, it has a few 'upgrades.' It is mostly intact, but the derailleurs had been changed for more modern, Japanese ones. The bike was probably set up with Huret Allvit derailleurs and when we get a chance, we are going to return the bike … Continue reading 1962 Jack Taylor we recently purchased
1970s Raleigh bicycles new in the box
While searching on the 3rd floor for a part for a customer, I remembered that we had some Raleigh bicycles from the 1970s still new in the box. Below are some photos of the boxes. If you are interested, email and we can discuss.
Victor Victoria Ladies bicycle
1890s Victor Victoria ladies pneumatic safety bicycle. The Victor was made by Overman Wheel Co. (image from oldbike.eu)Here are some amazing images of a gentlemens model (1893 Victor Flyer), this webpage is also full of Victor ephemera as well. Outboard bottom bracket bearings, found now on current high end performance bicyclesVery cool Victoria tilting saddle clamp. … Continue reading Victor Victoria Ladies bicycle
Via Bicycle 