My first interstate bicycle tour took me from Auburn, Alabama to Akron, Ohio. I traveled 1005 miles solo on small county roads, only carrying what … Read more »
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Category Archives: Bike Builds
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1988 Stumpjumper – Commuter Conversion
A couple of my fellow staff mechanics at the Bike Kitchen couldn’t help but realize that the old rigid mountain bikes had excellent touring geometry. … Read more »
1970s Raleigh Gran Prix
This build was a restoration for my mother who hadn’t ridden in 10+ years. The bicycle was originally set up with road drop bars, … Read more »
1993 Simoncini Super Record – “Miss July”
Meet Amanda Hope aka “Miss July” – the only Red Head i’ve ever fallen head over heels for. When I first saw this bike she … Read more »