How To Build A Cheap Fixie From A Vintage Bike
I show in detail how to build a cheap fixed gear bike. I had multiple viewers asking for a video like this, and it was something I wanted to do. I used a threaded cog and lock ring to replace the freewheel on the original wheel. This style of conversion is called a “suicide fixie” …Read more »
Claud Butler Dalesman Vintage Bike – Semi Restoration
I take my mid 80’s Claud Butler Dalesman bike down to the frame, clean, overhaul everything, and put it back together again. The bike is pretty cool with Reynolds 531 butted tubing frame and forks. It was handbuilt in England. I installed a nice Brooks B17 saddle. BTW, since I know some people will ask. …Read more »
How To Do 27 Inch To 700c Wheel Conversion – Vintage Bike Update
I show you how to convert a bike from 27″ wheels to 700c wheels. It’s an easy upgrade. You pretty much just have to remove the old 27″ wheels and mount the 700c wheels (assuming the hub width is the same). The main issue is the brakes. 700c wheels are smaller in diameter. So the …Read more »
Build Cheap DIY Cyclocross/Gravel Bike From Hybrid
I show the process of building a basic cyclocross bike from a hybrid bike. I think hybrids make a good foundation for a DIY CX bike, as they are cheap, readily available, have 700c wheels, clearances for wider tires, and have bosses for cantilever brakes. The bike in the video is a mid-90’s Trek 700 …Read more »
Upgrade Vintage 10 Speed Bike To 14 Speed & Indexed Shifting
I show how to update a vintage 10 speed bike (Raleigh Grand Prix) to 14 speeds with Shimano SIS indexed shifting. I spread the chain stays to accommodate a wider wheel. The 5 speed hub rear wheel is replaced with another 27″ wheel with a 6/7 speed hub and 7 spd freewheel. I also replace …Read more »