Cool shop bike: Unknown British path bike
This is another one of my favorite bikes in the shop's collection. It is a somewhat of a mystery because I do not know the maker, which makes it all the more intriguing. I believe it to be British based upon a few details, I also estimate it to from the late 1940's- early … Continue reading Cool shop bike: Unknown British path bike
Cool shop bike: late 40’s Elswick Hopper ladies bike
Our season is back in full swing here at Via Bicycle, so I have not had a lot of time for internet stuff or blogging. Today is an exception, so I figured i would do another bike profile. This is a pretty neat machine. It is a late 40's Elswick Hopper. It belonged to … Continue reading Cool shop bike: late 40’s Elswick Hopper ladies bike
For Sale: 1940’s track wheel set Siamt hubs Banfi rims
This is a pretty cool wheel set we recently acquired. The rims are the real stand out feature to me. They are stamped Banfi Canti & c.- Saronno- Brev.N. 330834-"made in Italy". this company was mostly known for making motorcycle rims. They did also make bicycle rims, which were a bit of a rarity. These … Continue reading For Sale: 1940’s track wheel set Siamt hubs Banfi rims