Vintage bicycle parts

Note: Please see our more updated post for a proper tutorial. campagnolo nuovo record cm insertion panto When I make a post about polishing some component, I get at least a dozen emails from readers asking me to post a tutorial. Since it's easier to polish NOS or new components, I figured I'd take the harder route first; used components with wear and tear from use. Now while some people may have different methods, this has worked best for me. Keep in mind I don't have access to a bench wheel…

All of my bikes, from “newest” to most vintage are set up with vintage cranksets. I prefer the quality of the finish and materials as well as the reliability of the chainrings and crank…

I made the mistake of painting my Benotto black after first getting it about a decade ago. Today I’m restoring it back to something fitting of the Benotto name. But first I wanted to research…

Vintage and veteran bicycles of quality and how to preserve them for future generations, with a particular interest in the French 'constructeurs'. Please note all images are my copyright unless otherwise stated, and may only be used with my express permission.

There are some beautiful bicycles out there, but they need a bit of TLC to return their luster - here are a few usefull vintage bike restoration tips!

I want to hear the piss and moan and piss and moan..

It's possible to mount a bar-end shifter for a Sturmey Archer S3X 3-speed hub to a rack bolt on your seatstay.

Campagnolo 50th anniversary groupset.

Check out these creative old bicycle ideas you can make into garden art for your yard.Reuse vintage bikes in your home decor. These awesome uses for an old bike is a great way to decorate on a budget.