(written Spring of 2011, I forgot to post) I was recently look at Toei bikes in the book from New Cycling and on various websites and thought it was quite particular that they build up new frames using vintage parts. I have known that for a long time, and could even see some of the … Continue reading Retro-Classic bike builds
Hanford- blue on blue
I stopped for this picture because the blue looked great.
Cirque du Cyclisme 2012
This year at Cirque du Cyclisme in Leesburg, VA, I will be giving a talk about swap meets. I will discuss brief history, etiquette, finds and deals, and the culture involved. As you can tell from the Bikeville blog, I do go to a lot of swap meets and find them very interesting from a … Continue reading Cirque du Cyclisme 2012
Fender reflector installed on my Hanford
I recently installed a cool 1950s French reflector on my Hanford. Evidently, I am serious about safety, multiple tail lights, Phil Wood CHP pedals with reflectors and now a rear fender reflector.Barely visible in the waterbottle cage is a Alex Singer leather tool pouch that a fellow bike collector picked up for me in Paris … Continue reading Fender reflector installed on my Hanford
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