La Patrimoine September 16th – part 1 : people and bicycles
La Patrimoine second edition took place in Favières, near to Paris. It occurred during “Les journées du Patrimoine”: this annual programme offers opportunities to visit buildings, monuments and sites, many of which are not normally accessible to the public. It aims to widen access and foster care for architectural and environmental heritage. These events are also known as Open … Continue reading
Boneshaker Almanac
We are already writing some articles for Boneshaker Almanac, a US-based publication. In the next issue, we will interview a top-level french bicyclist and will reviewed our recent trip to Lyon and Grenoble, especially known to the birthplaces of talented bicycle builders. This pocket-sized book can easily be carried in your Berthoud. Indeed, reading those bicycle … Continue reading
Paul Fournel’s Besoin de vélo
“The bicycle is a technic witch have the elegance of concealing its smartness” Paul Fournel The french writer Paul Fournel (1947 – ) is also an emeritus cyclist. Joining his “job” and his “hobby” he wrote Besoin de vélo(Need for the bike) in 2001. He told us about his first falls, the cycling trips, the competition and … Continue reading
Vintage Bicycle, Modern Excellence
Beauty is the sole ambition, the exclusive goal of Taste. Charles Baudelaire In a certain way, French builders dedicated their lives to achieve this ambition; flawless lines, subtle harmony and perfect geometry were all what came with the packaging. Their bikes were designed to match each and every expectations buyers could have had before stepping in the … Continue reading
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