In the annals of cycling history, few innovations hold the unique blend of ingenuity and impact that the J.C. Higgins rear coaster hub embodies. As a revered product sold in the 1930’s by Sears, Roebuck and Co., the J.C. Higgins rear coaster hub set a new standard in cycling technology, boasting a seamless amalgamation of durability, performance, and safety features.
In today’s fast-paced world of high-tech bicycles, there is a hidden gem that captures the elegance and nostalgia of a bygone era. Circuit Cycle & Sports, located at 5008-51 Avenue in Millet, Alberta, offers a remarkable collection of expertly restored vintage road bicycles. Crafted using original framesets, revamped with modern components, and boasting unique designs, these restored bicycles are a testament to quality workmanship and passion for preserving cycling heritage. Let’s delve into why purchasing a vintage road bicycle from Circuit Cycle & Sports is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
You have seen them. The advertisements in Youtube and Facebook. The British accented fellow skidding up to the forefront of your screen. Skids to a stop and say, “This is a Swytch bike! The advert continues and within 20 seconds convinces you that any bike can be converted to an ebike. We at Circuit Cycle decided to pay the price and test out these claim and convert a 1978 Sekine Medialle ten speed road bike into an ebike. The results, were stunning!
The Derailleur, the mechanism that is older than your great grandmother, yet it is the miracle drive system of bicycles worldwide. The first samples of a gear changing mechanism can be found as far back as the late 1800s. But first patent for the derailleur can be attributed to Paul De Vivie, a touring cyclist…
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