What to build next?
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Some of the English frames from the 50's are exquisite.
The workmanship looks like it was a real labour of love.
From frame builders such as Gillott, Hetchins, Bates, Ephgrave, Rotrax and so the list goes on. The geometry can take a bit of getting used to, the angles can be quite slack, though Bates were a bit more modern in that aspect.
The workmanship looks like it was a real labour of love.
From frame builders such as Gillott, Hetchins, Bates, Ephgrave, Rotrax and so the list goes on. The geometry can take a bit of getting used to, the angles can be quite slack, though Bates were a bit more modern in that aspect.
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I'm looking at many of those names at present.
Bagpuss, I've done a quick read around on Viking.... nice.
I definitely want to build something lightweight and designed more for racing that touring, but I still have a completely open mind as to which era, although I don't want to be any newer than 1979.
Some of the 1950's bikes are really classy and I love the half chrome forks and rear stays look, it just appeals to my sense of aesthetic.
I'm looking at many of those names at present.
Bagpuss, I've done a quick read around on Viking.... nice.
I definitely want to build something lightweight and designed more for racing that touring, but I still have a completely open mind as to which era, although I don't want to be any newer than 1979.
Some of the 1950's bikes are really classy and I love the half chrome forks and rear stays look, it just appeals to my sense of aesthetic.
