Supervintage bikes ... any info appreciated.

Posted on Thu 16th, April 2009

• #1

LongAndWinding

A couple of photos of my Grandfather and his mates, in Wigan circa 1929/30.

Would be great see if there's anything anyone can identify about the bikes that might say something about the lads and what sort of rides they might have done.

If nothing else, then enjoy, and perhaps there are some style tips to be had for the next Tweed Run!

My Grandfather ...

And with his mates ... my grandfather is the short one in the hat!
• #2

VanUden

Lovely pics. Will may be along shortly to wax about Wigan.
• #3

Skülly

Paging Philip Larkin, Mr Larkin please contact the short loans and reference desk.
• #4

LongAndWinding

Mr Larkin!
• #5

Oliver Schick

You could try the local CTC DA--there's a chance that they may know something about them.

http://www.ctc.org.uk/

Also, the Veterans' Cycling Club:

http://www.v-cc.org.uk/

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