1988 Specialized Rockhopper Comp (Part I)
A lead for an “old bike on the curb” proves once again how one man’s trash can be another man’s treasure.
1986 Raleigh Portage
The bicycle gods once again shepherd another sad, neglected Raleigh Portage my way. How could anyone turn down those big, puppy dog eyes?
1986 Raleigh Portage
The Raleigh Portage has build versatility but there’s something special about taking one back to (mostly) stock.
1985 Raleigh Kodiak: Spring Cleaning
Purchased as a playground for new and vintage part experimentation, my main commuter, a 1985 Raleigh Kodiak, begged for a freshening up.
1983 Lotus Eclair
Not all bikes can be show stoppers. Some were ridden frequently, riddled with character and have the battle scars to prove it. And they shouldn’t have to apologize for that.
Set sail, Kodiak!
Portland is warming up, the spring rain is becoming more infrequent and the ball of light in the sky we typically don’t see for months is replacing our “liquid sunshine”.
1986 Raleigh Alyeska
On the heels of my ’85 Raleigh Kodiak purchase comes another touring acquisition. Introducing a stout, 1986 Raleigh Alyeska dressed in a classy bordeaux and rose trim paint scheme.
The Simplicity of Vintage Cycles 