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Special needs bicycles GoFundMe campaign
Special needs bicycles GoFundMe campaign
For most people, cycling gives them a sense of freedom. Not only does the bicycle allow us to move freely and efficiently but a bike ride is also proven to... Read more...
Vintage Bicycle Feature: c1988 Kirk Precision Magnesium Bicycle
Vintage Bicycle Feature: c1988 Kirk Precision Magnesium Bicycle
Frank Kirk thought up this remarkable bike while working as a designer at the Ford plant in Dagenham, England. The frame is made of cast magnesium, and was a dramatically... Read more...
Mariposa "Paris-Roubaix" 1972
Mariposa "Paris-Roubaix" 1972
Mariposa Bicycles is celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2019. As part of the celebration, we featured several bicycles from throughout its history, starting with the history and development of Mariposa... Read more...
Mariposa Number One. 1969
Mariposa Number One. 1969
Photography by Walter Lai Mariposa Bicycles is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2019. As part of the celebration, we will be featuring several bicycles from throughout its history, starting with... Read more...
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Legnano. 1948
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Legnano. 1948
This Legnano Bicycle was made in Italy in 1948 and it is very similar to the bike that Italian bicycle racer, Gino Bartali used to win the 1948 Tour de... Read more...
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Bob Jackson Tricycle
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Bob Jackson Tricycle
Bob Jackson, J.R. (John Robert) Jackson, first opened shop in Leeds in 1935 as J.R.J. Cycles using money borrowed from his mother. He built bikes until WWII when all production... Read more...
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Moulton Bicycles
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Moulton Bicycles
By Mike Barry Sr. Photography by Walter Lai Since 1885 when Starley introduced the Rover Safety bike, there have been many efforts to improve on his design. Most of those... Read more...
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Dura-Ace Di2 Hydraulic Bicycle
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Dura-Ace Di2 Hydraulic Bicycle
Frame: Columbus tubing with long point lugs Fork: Whisky No. 9 Cyclocross carbon fork with fender mounts, flat-mount brakes and thru-axles. Front Derailleur: Dura-Ace Di2 Rear Derailleur: Dura-Ace Di2 Crankset:... Read more...
Winter Rides: Foul Weather Gear and Tips
Winter Rides: Foul Weather Gear and Tips
Winter riding can be a great adventure, a lot of fun and a whole lot better than riding the trainer if you are well prepared, but it can be miserable... Read more...
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Di2 Bicycle, Mondrian Inspired
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Di2 Bicycle, Mondrian Inspired
An all-road bicycle built with a Whisky Carbon No. 9 Road + Fork with thru-axles, flat-mount brakes and fender mounts. This bicycle was built with Shimano Di2, ENVE, Chris King,... Read more...
Davis Phinney Foundation Auctions Mariposa Bicycles
Davis Phinney Foundation Auctions Mariposa Bicycles
By Dede Barry and Celestia Howe. Photography by The Pro's Closet Check out the Mariposa Bike auction: - 2018 Mariposa Cyclocross / Gravel Racing Bike 56cm - 2018 Mariposa All-Road... Read more...
Restoration Feature: A 1971 Mariposa Randonneur
Restoration Feature: A 1971 Mariposa Randonneur
This Mariposa frame and fork was built in 1971 with Nervex lugs and Reynolds 531 tubing. The bike was one of the first out of the shop at 175 King... Read more...