In the market for a vintage road bike? There are a few things to look out for to ensure you get the best deal possible!
Vintage road bikes provide an excellent entry point into the world of road cycling, but they’re not just for the beginner. There are a number of highly desirable vintage road bikes that enjoy a high level of esteem due to their functionality, aesthetics, and collectibility.
L’Eroica bike races are a unique series of events taking place all around the globe, with a twist: Everyone is in full vintage get-up! This means vintage bikes, vintage clothing, and even accessories. The key aim of the events, according to Eroica, is to “rediscover the past of cycling to inspire the future of this … Read more
If you’re in the market for a second-hand bike on a budget, it’s likely you’ve come across some vintage Trek road bikes during your search. Trek is now a hugely popular brand amongst amateur cycling enthusiasts, enjoying the biggest slice of the bicycle market in the United States. However, it wasn’t always this way, and … Read more
Looking for a Raleigh vintage bike? One of the oldest bike manufacturers in the world, Raleigh Bicycle Company gained an excellent reputation through the production of high-quality bikes throughout the 20th century. Unlike many bike brands, Raleigh is a company that has largely applied its resources and innovative design to creating bicycles for the everyday … Read more
Fuji has a long and fascinating history that includes producing some of the Bike Boom’s most popular rides. After establishing dominance in Asia, Fuji flew under the radar in the American market until the Bike Boom of the ’70s. Following a period of Japanese bike stardom, Fuji had a tumultuous 20-year period that ended in bankruptcy. The … Read more
There are lots of reasons for selling a bike. Perhaps you want to upgrade to a better one, and you can get yourself a nice little discount by selling your current bike. Or, maybe you just have one too many bikes and need the space. Whatever the reason, you’re going to want to get the … Read more
Buying a bike can be daunting. There are just so many options. What type of bike should you buy? Is it best to buy new or used? Where should you buy your bike from? There’s a lot to consider before any big purchase. The likelihood is, buying a bike will cost a fair amount of … Read more
One of the most sought-after vintage road bike manufacturers, Bianchi has earned a cult following through innovative design, high-quality manufacturing, and a distinct (and beautiful) aesthetic. The Italian manufacturing giants are one of the oldest producers of bikes still around today, dating all the way back to 1885. A vintage Bianchi road bike is instantly … Read more
If you’ve watched any professional bike races recently, you’ll likely have caught some bike frame painting envy seeing the stunning custom-painted bike frames ridden by many pros. Sagan’s beautiful color-shifting S-Works frames, Mario Cipollini’s eye-catching animal print bikes, or the multitude of Tour de France jersey-matching paint jobs: they’re all unique and memorable bikes that … Read more
Schwinn bikes were an iconic household brand name of bicycle in the US for nearly all of the 20th century. But if you’re looking to cop yourself a classic vintage Schwinn bike (or even a vintage Schwinn exercise bike), what exactly should you look out for, and which models are worth buying? Furthermore, why doesn’t … Read more
With so many options to choose from, it can often be difficult to decide which bike frame material to go for when buying a new bicycle. The cycling world has developed from steel through aluminum to carbon fiber, but what has led to these changes in popularity through the eras? Different materials all have different … Read more
When it comes to vintage racers, Peugeot bikes are some of the most popular (and easiest to find) around. The French manufacturer has been producing bicycles since 1882, and became one of the dominant forces in bike racing through the twentieth century. Peugeot road bikes were ridden to victory at the Tour de France ten … Read more
