Guys are getting updated. I mean they start with something old and refurbished, but after a while they understand that bicycle is more than just a fun ride. Its quick and reliable transportation, physical exercise and great source of positive mood. And thus one shall make it as comfortable as he can.
Take for example Eitan. He was riding MBK for almost a year. Now he decided to move on and bought Fuji track. Few add-ons, colors, and upgrades and he has an ultimate ride with personal touch.
This was an exciting project for me! It’s all started in a quick chat via IM with a friend of mine Lev, that was not satisfied with his old bike. He said, I want vintage. But not just vintage. I want a big frame that will suite me and you know I’m 190+ cm.
For some reason, I had too much confidence in myself that day so I told, that is a piece of cake. I can found such a frame in 15 minutes. And I did. Went to second hand e-board, and found some options. One of the was in North Israel, Kibutz called Ofakim. I called the selling person and agreed to coordinate on Friday.
So on next Saturday we (me, Lev, and Max) were heading North. 4 hours all over and Raleigh Winner 60cm frame size old as hell was our starting point.
Then it took us 3 months to get the parts. One day to paint. Two days to complete. Several rounds for adjustments.
These bikes look phenomenal when they are reduced to bare bones. This is why they are extremely popular as fixed gear bikes.
