Friday, July 24, 2009

A proper English racer



We just finished the build on what is one of my favorite bikes to leave the shop. 52cm Rivendell Hillborne. Nitto B602 bars. 650b wheels, with Panaracer Col de la Vie tires. Single chainring and 8 speed cassette. Old Suntour shifter mounted to Paul Thumbie. Gilles Berthoud (jill brr2) stainless steel fenders. Bikes don't look right to me anymore without fenders. Brooks B17, green. If riding this bike doesn't put a smile on your face, you don't have a soul.

The only thing missing, in my opinion is the sweet Velo Orange chainguard, but some mounting details need to be worked out. If I can get that sorted out, I will post further photos for your edification.

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