Recent content by justridecycles

You're right Ned - they do outsource the chroming

Yep - thats why I only had the forks rechromed. Apparently its a labour intensive job with chemicals that cost a lot to dispose of. Looks the business though :lol:

I had my 1967 Bob Jackson frame and forks resprayed by them. Forks rechromed and a new leg on the forks. New decals. All as per the price list. Excellent service. Photos here - viewtopic.php?f=23&t=227863

We have a bike to work purchase scheme at work and I am thinking of a new bike. This got me thinking I didn't even know how much this frame and forks weigh and how comparable this is with modern day. Obviously cant compete with exotic carbon, titanium, but when compared with modern steel it is...

Have you tried the CTC. They have accredited cycle trainers who may be able to help in improving your confidence riding on the road. Only heard good things about the training. Getting past the cycling proficiency for adults stigma is the hardest part

Thanks for the offers guys. I found the original mech so no longer looking. Back to the cleaning and polishing

Originally had a benelux on my 1967/68 Bob Jackson and need to replace it for my restoration. Friction shifter. Thanks

Got it back today - really pleased with the finish. What d'ya think? Apart from the quality of the pictures! Now for cleaning the parts and rebuilding. Going to take some time - pretty cold in the garage at this time of year!!

nope - fracture of the fork blades. I thought it was at the joint until I took the wheel out. Just got a call from Bob Jacksons to say its ready for collection. Cycled into work today and cant get over to Leeds so it'll have to wait til Monday. Gonna be a loooooonnnnnnng weekend

I think its the crimson enamel - tried to get as close to original. No damage to me - looked down at the front wheel and thought it was play in the bearings! Continued to ride for about a week before I hand chance to have a proper look and found the forks :shock:

An ebay purchase that I have thoroughly enjoyed riding until the forks snapped. Now back with Bob Jackson 45 years later for repair, respray, and forks rechromed. Full set of period transfers going on. Never crossed my mind whether it was worth restoring or not as the ride is just perfect...

The forks on my 1960's Bob Jackson snapped at the top yesterday - looking for period replacement as I dont think they are repairable. Thanks

Looking for £30 - needs new tyres and a little tlc, but otherwise in pretty good nick. Extend the retro ride to the family?

Can someone post where the cafe is, I dont recall ever being in Womersley. Does a 2000 Pinarello count as retro? Not managed to get an older bike ready

Forgot to mention this bike has Reynolds tubing. Not sure which but it is a lightweight frame and forks.