John Pavey 531 Single Speed

We got the frame some time ago (see picture below) and as it had horizontal dropouts it would make a good single speed/fixie. The frame was stripped and powder coated with the rear chromed stays and Campag dropouts being preserved. I built a pair of wheels from a pair of Mavic Open Pro rims, a Hope front hub and an On One rear flip flop both of which used 32 Stainless Steel Italian spokes.

Tektro Brake Calipers and bar end levers provided stopping power on Bull Horn bars that were generously wrapped with cork Gel Tape. The rear cable is routed through the frame top tube which is a nice touch on the design. The Chain Set is a basic Shimano with 46 T chainring.

Seat is provided by Planet X

 Sold

18 tooth sprockets on the back

Classic Hope front Hub

23mm continental tyres

The Original Frame minus the forks 

Child's Marlboro bike from 1968

This Marlboro child's bike has been in a garage since the 1960s and has hardly been used so is almost mint condition.  
It has one gear, 18 wheels and would suit a 6 to 9 year old. SOLD

Raleigh Trent Tourist Frame for sale

This is a Raleigh (or should I say 'The Raleigh') Trent Tourist bike probably from the 1950s.  The decals are is reasonable condition for its age and are quite aesthetic,  I cannot see any dents or damage.  There is rust in several places but would probably clean up. please see pictures below.   The frame No is 29936N and has an 'AG' underneath it.  I don't know what the state of the headset or bottom bracket is but they are included as seen.  Its currently for sale on  Ebay

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New Spindles Web Site went Live Today

On Friday 20th May Spindles new Web Site finally went live. It uses pivotx for the backend which has proved to be quite easy once the concepts are mastered. See what you think at Spindles

Bob Jackson Images

You can see the bike renovated here
Here are a few images of the Bob Jackson. Its a Nuovo Olympus from the late 70's Early 80's with Prugnat Professional lugs, Campagnolo dropouts. To turn this into a Single speed would be logical but too obvious.

The New Cargo Bike Test Drive

I used spindles new cargo bike for a week and was very impressed.  I loaded it will logs as well as roofing felt and other odds and ends.  As the weight is very log and around the rear wheel the handling is much better than a trailer.  It's still hard work up hill though.

 

 

Dawes Debutante for sale on ebay - SOLD

Here are some more pics of this lovely bike

Shopping Bike Art

 This raleigh shopping bike was in a poor state when it was donated.  As an experiment we decided to paint it and get it working.  The paint job is effective if a little blotchy.   However this is a very appropriate endeavour as we are in an arts centre.  The bike is now in full working order and is sold.

The completed bike

Detail on the chain guard

simple but effective design

design on the main tube

Spindles Cargo Bike

Spindles got its first glimpse of the Cargo Bike the other week.  It behaves like an ordinary bike although we haven't used it load up.  It's made from about three separate bicycles that have been skilfully cut and then stuck together.

Very simple design

The 'running boards' have yet to be added

Being taking away to get the final touches and some paint

Direct (shaft) Drive Bike

 Here's a direct shaft drive bike that was given to us. The main cranks and bottom bracket mechanism is missing.  However its a good paint job and and interesting frame design.  They are 26" wheels and full mudguards.  see ebay link http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180622252540#ht_500wt_1153  if you want to buy it.

The Shaft 

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The full Bike

The Model name is Trident

Rear Drive

Is this the makers name?

Key BB mech is missing

The Shaft