I searched all over the internet to find the best-looking silver cantilever brakes and the Tektro CR510 is my favorite. These are replacing the black Tektro CR720 brakes that I was using. The 720 brakes worked well, but I wanted silver and I think the 510 have a better look for my mostly road bikeContinue reading “Tektro CR510 Cantilever brake review”
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Comfort Road Cycling Guide
Many people think road cycling has to be uncomfortable and is only for racing. This isn’t the case as road bikes can be ridden comfortably for long rides even if you aren’t the most athletic or flexible. Here are some helpful tips for comfortable road bike riding. Bike All road bikes aren’t the same, someContinue reading “Comfort Road Cycling Guide”
Vintage Azuki Bicycles History and Facts
Azuki is similar to Nishiki as both brands were distributed by West Coast Cycle and manufactured by Kawamura in Japan. From what I have seen they mostly made road bikes, but I found some cruisers and BMX bikes also. I believe this brand was much less popular than Nishiki, as I see way fewer forContinue reading “Vintage Azuki Bicycles History and Facts”
Vintage Jeunet Bicycles History and Facts
Jeunet history is elusive, but I’ve found some information on the company. I believe the company started in Dole, France in the early 1900s, possibly 1928. The founder was either Andre Jeunet or Albert Jeunet depending on the source. The company was definitely run by the Jeunet family, and I found a reference for DominiqueContinue reading “Vintage Jeunet Bicycles History and Facts”
27 inch Road Bike tire buying guide
If you have a vintage road bike you might have 27” wheels, these were popular before the standard became 700c. They left the market for new bikes sometime in the 80s with more expensive bikes changing to 700c the soonest. While they look very similar, 700c tires are slightly smaller than 27″ so tires areContinue reading “27 inch Road Bike tire buying guide”
Vintage Freccia D’oro Bicycle Saddle
Freccia D’oro is Italian and translates as Golden Arrow. This saddle seems to be a bit of a mystery regarding who manufactured it. My saddle only states Freccia D’oro, nothing else. It does seem to be the only style I have seen with this name. Made in Italy – mine doesn’t state anything, but I’veContinue reading “Vintage Freccia D’oro Bicycle Saddle”
Vintage Nishiki Bicycles History and Facts
Nishiki is one of the more common vintage bike brands you will find, and I remember seeing them as a kid. The brand has a long history going all the way back to 1965 when they started as American Eagle. The head badge never changed, so the Nishiki head badge is an Eagle. The brandContinue reading “Vintage Nishiki Bicycles History and Facts”
Road Bike Model Yellow Crazy Bicycle Review
I received one of these neat little models for Christmas and want to share. It is a yellow road bike model with pretty nice details, have a look: Specs Frame and Fork are zinc alloy Rest of the parts are plastic, but the tires are rubbery 1:10 scale About 7.5” long and 4.5” tall Colors:Continue reading “Road Bike Model Yellow Crazy Bicycle Review”
1964 Schwinn Traveler Coppertone
This was a great cruiser bike for its time and a nice step up from the Racer. Considered a Schwinn lightweight with 26” wheels, it features stainless steel fenders, generator, and a light. This example is a 3-speed in coppertone color, have a look: Model W11 19” frame W12 21” frame W13 23” frame ColorsContinue reading “1964 Schwinn Traveler Coppertone”
Park Tool CC-3.2 Chain Wear Indicator Tool Review
If you do a lot of cycling, eventually you will wear out your chain. This is a great tool to tell you when it is ready to be replaced. It is simple and easy to use and it’s not that expensive. Have a look: Specs Made of silver alloy Compatible with most 5-12 speed chainsContinue reading “Park Tool CC-3.2 Chain Wear Indicator Tool Review”
