Pretty sure it is French construction. It has incorrect British wheels, but they are of the period. Simplex rear derailleur, Weinmann engraved brakes. I originally thought of buying it, but it is just a tad too big for me to ride as a city bicycle. It would have been nice because of the chainguard tabs … Continue reading Unidentifed Chrome bicycle
Sun Bicycle for Curtis’s Son
This little bicycle is not a Sun made bicycle, the headbadge was added as a pun, because Curtis bought it for his son. The bicycle is French, with French pedal threads, and juvenile French threaded hubs. The bicycle has many unique and high end parts for the a kids bicycle. Alloy hubs, alloy cotterpin cranks, … Continue reading Sun Bicycle for Curtis’s Son
Louison Bobet 650b bicycle
Louison Bobet was a very famous French racer, best known for his 3 consecutive Tour du France victories. He raced for the French bicycle manufacturer, Stella for many years. He was forced into retirement after a car accident.This bike is mid-level 1960s touring bike. Fr0m a distance, it looks like a typical French touring bike … Continue reading Louison Bobet 650b bicycle
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