A beautiful Bates. I have always wanted a Bates, and I even have went as far as buying a Diadrant fork, in hopes a frame would later come in my possession(so far, not yet). Bates were known for the wacky fork design and the use of Reynolds Cantiflex tubing, also known as 'cigar tubing.' Cantiflex … Continue reading customer’s bike- Late 1950s green Bates
Hendee Indian racing bicycle
A collector friend of the shop brought by this beautiful original paint Hendee Indian racing bike. I couldn't find much online about Indian racing bikes but he headbadge suggest it was built before 1923, because the design changed that year. This bicycle is equipped with BSA cranks, bottom bracket and hubs, Duckworth block chain, wood … Continue reading Hendee Indian racing bicycle
Customer’s ride- custom rat ride
Normally I post vintage lightweights and fancy European bikes, but a customer recently stopped by with this creation. Sure it might not be the most efficient bicycle to ride but it is more about style. It has a nice cafe racer look to it and the nickle-plating is a nice touch.
F. Verwimp ladies bicycle
This is a very nice Dutch city bike we recently sold. It is set up with a Sturmey Archer 3 speed coaster wheel.
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