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When I visited Belgium and the Netherlands this summer, I noticed a number of old-fashioned touring bikes. The ones I
saw looked like pre-WW2 style bikes with full fenders with lights mounted on them, spring seats, and easy-to-reach handlebars (upright style). A Belgian friend said she thinks they are still being made, but didn't know brand names or sources for them in the U.S. Does anyone have info on where such bikes could be purchased in the U.S.? I live in Colorado. Thanks! --Art |
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Look at the hybrids in a few bike stores. Some even have the mid fork
lowrider brazeons. But I never did understand how and old fashioned configuration got called "hybrid," as being part road, part mtb. Seems to me the "hybrid" came first. Belgium and the Netherlands have some neat handlebars on some of their hybrids. These bars look more comfy than straight or riser bars and they're called "butterfly bars" among other things. To see them surf to http://www.bikemotion.nl/outside.php?id=6 look at the "Ixion" and "Argeon" Doug Toronto "Art Winterbauer" wrote in message ... When I visited Belgium and the Netherlands this summer, I noticed a number of old-fashioned touring bikes. The ones I saw looked like pre-WW2 style bikes with full fenders with lights mounted on them, spring seats, and easy-to-reach handlebars (upright style). A Belgian friend said she thinks they are still being made, but didn't know brand names or sources for them in the U.S. Does anyone have info on where such bikes could be purchased in the U.S.? I live in Colorado. Thanks! --Art |
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Thanks, Doug. (Now I wish I spoke Dutch)
Doug Purdy wrote: Look at the hybrids in a few bike stores. Some even have the mid fork lowrider brazeons. But I never did understand how and old fashioned configuration got called "hybrid," as being part road, part mtb. Seems to me the "hybrid" came first. Belgium and the Netherlands have some neat handlebars on some of their hybrids. These bars look more comfy than straight or riser bars and they're called "butterfly bars" among other things. To see them surf to http://www.bikemotion.nl/outside.php?id=6 look at the "Ixion" and "Argeon" Doug Toronto "Art Winterbauer" wrote in message ... When I visited Belgium and the Netherlands this summer, I noticed a number of old-fashioned touring bikes. The ones I saw looked like pre-WW2 style bikes with full fenders with lights mounted on them, spring seats, and easy-to-reach handlebars (upright style). A Belgian friend said she thinks they are still being made, but didn't know brand names or sources for them in the U.S. Does anyone have info on where such bikes could be purchased in the U.S.? I live in Colorado. Thanks! --Art |
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On Mon, 28 Jul 2003 10:55:04 -0600, Art Winterbauer
wrote: When I visited Belgium and the Netherlands this summer, I noticed a number of old-fashioned touring bikes. The ones I saw looked like pre-WW2 style bikes with full fenders with lights mounted on them, spring seats, and easy-to-reach handlebars (upright style). A Belgian friend said she thinks they are still being made, but didn't know brand names or sources for them in the U.S. Does anyone have info on where such bikes could be purchased in the U.S.? I live in Colorado. Thanks! --Art http://www.utopia-fahrrad.de/ http://www.gazelle.nl http://www.batavus.nl http://www.pashley.co.uk/ (Classics : High Head Roadster) http://www.sparta.nl/ (granny) but i got no idea where you can buy them in the us Yannik |
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Ryan Cousineau wrote in message of pain
in Tartarus, bound to a spinning, flaming wheel. Not exactly what I'd like in the way of a cycling experience. -Luigi in nova fert anima And you call yourself a Catholic? The tradition of mortification of the flesh is a long and honourable one. Mortification is one thing. Damnation, entirely another.... -Luigi |
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Art Winterbauer wrote in message ...
When I visited Belgium and the Netherlands this summer, I noticed a number of old-fashioned touring bikes. The ones I saw looked like pre-WW2 style bikes with full fenders with lights mounted on them, spring seats, and easy-to-reach handlebars (upright style). A Belgian friend said she thinks they are still being made, but didn't know brand names or sources for them in the U.S. Does anyone have info on where such bikes could be purchased in the U.S.? I live in Colorado. Thanks! --Art i modified our burley tandem by installing a pair of rivendell albatross handlebars on it. they offer the same upright position as many of the european city bikes. both sets are also equipped with their cork grips (very comfortable!). it involved cable changes, but was well worth it for the added comfort it gives my wife. we don't do long rides, usually 15-25 miles and don't push the pace. on my road bike, which gets ridden harder and longer, i use rivendell noodle bars. they are a drop bar with a very shallow ramp and a top portion that sweeps slightly back towards the rider. IMHO, many of the new road bikes on the market come with way too radical a riding position. handlebars that are within an inch (or less) of the top of the seat will be more comfortable for most riders. it also makes it a lot easier to use the drops for extended periods, which helps aerodynamics. smokey |
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(Luigi de Guzman) wrote: Ryan Cousineau wrote in message ... It's mortification until you're dead and it still hurts. Then it's damnation. A good ride only feels like damnation, When's your birthday? There's a hair jersey I want to get you... -Luigi Ooh! The coveted Maillot Hirsute! Early October. I turn 30, so as of this year you can refer to me as "Master". Reflecting my new racing category, of course, -- Ryan Cousineau, http://www.sfu.ca/~rcousine President, Fabrizio Mazzoleni Fan Club |
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Reflecting my new racing category, of course,
Now you are going to have to learn guile and decption, Ryan. It's a shame, you were such a promising young rider. -- _______________________ALL AMIGA IN MY MIND_______________________ ------------------"Buddy Holly, the Texas Elvis"------------------ in.edu__________ |
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"Eric S. Sande" wrote: Reflecting my new racing category, of course, Now you are going to have to learn guile and decption, Ryan. It's a shame, you were such a promising young rider. I'm already learning. For the first time last week, I finished with the Cat 5 lead pack. Next goal is to actually win. This weekend: Masters TTT. Not much opportunity for guile there; I'm told it's bad etiquette to attempt a break against your teammates . -- Ryan Cousineau, http://www.sfu.ca/~rcousine President, Fabrizio Mazzoleni Fan Club |
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