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
finally updating bikeville website
About 2 years ago I lost access to the Bikeville.com website. Between switching computers, and information, I misplaced the password and concentrated on other endeavors, starting the blog and focusing on Ebay. Last week I finally regained access, and started deleted items we no longer have, and will probably never come across again. At the … Continue reading finally updating bikeville website
Raleigh Blue Streak for Sale
Raleigh Blue Streak55cm center to center seattube.55 center to center toptube.it was a short lived model from the early 1960s.Missing the characteristic "Electric Blue"(translucent blue) celluloid fenders.Cyclo Derailleurs front and rear.Cotter cranks, steel rims.Brooks b-15 saddle.GB Brakes and levers.The finish of the paint and decals are excellent. The chrome has to be cleaned up.$500some history-" … Continue reading Raleigh Blue Streak for Sale
Youtube- how Brooks saddle are made
Shame it is not in English, but still worth watching. I just starting riding a Brooks Swift after many years using Brooks Professionals on my fast bikes. It is very nice. My city bikes have always been Brooks B-72.More information on Brooks is at their official website HERE
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