My grandpa has 2 J.P. Weigle frames, and my brother and i each have a Watson Cycles frame (our frames are on his website, they're the mud-bock models). But Weigle lives a few towns over from where i live, and he is such a cool guy. He learned from great frame-builders, and has become one of the greats, but what he is most proud of is his little light fixtures on his bikes. Its crazy for him to come to my work at the LBS, and we all drool over the bike, but he's super excited over his lights

This is a great video that really captures the experience of appreciating handmade bicycles. From describing the artistic details of handmade bikes such as the head tube badge, lug work and paint, to the experience of having a bike built for a specific riding purpose, this tells the story. The time spent with the builders in their shop really lets you in to the work of hand building bike frames. If you're interested in hand built bikes, this video nails it!!!

Very enjoyable. Well produced, makes the topic accessible and interesting.

Great stuff....I now know a lot more about the welding process and the differences in manufacturing to make a solid bicycle. Cool perspective from the riders, too.

I was a framebuilder for over 6 years. I truly loved it, but had to eventually get out of it. At that time mountain biking was becoming the rage and road bikes were declining in popularity. I would call Peter Weigle for advice when I initially started framebuilding, he would freely give me valuable advice. A great guy and great framebuilder. After a long hiatus, I am now in the process of machining a new frame jig. You can only stay away from your passions for so long.

As both a cyclist and a craftsman, I think you've captured the essence wonderfully, really well done!

Bought a Gunnar Crosshairs last year and couldnt be happier

Nice video! Great to see the enthusiasm of the folks who have purchased the custom frames (especially the fellow with the Baylis!! Lucky guy!), and always a joy to hear from the folks building them. I've got a couple of custom frames from small local builders, and have attended two of the North American Handmade Bike Shows and seen the work of many well known builders. It's wonderful and amazing stuff!

and here I am thinking owning a FUJI and a TREK is something to be proud of!.. Jeez! These guys are dedicated to say the least! Amazing. Quite educational. Thanks for posting.

Rhonda, that's a real compliment coming from a seasoned NY biker like you!

Wonderful video - I ride a Dave Yates mountain bike. Hand made in the UK!

Hey, I've had two hand made bikes, the first a Copi frame equiped with Campagnolo Super Record (1987), and the second a Maranoni frame equiped with Modolo carbon break leavers and Campagnolo C Record (1988). I prefer having an original bike of the era, which I do, I have a Pinarello Montelo equiped with Campagnolo anniversary group (1989), and now I have a BH ultra light road bike and a Trek Equinox 9.5 Time trial bike.......so as you can see I have the best of both worlds.

I'm thinking of getting one as a second bike so I'm not afraid to park it on a bike rack. People who don't know bikes wouldn't look twice to steal the bike as long as there's a U lock.

Great Video!

Really nice video

While at Bike Friday I believe Robin Williams was on our database with some comment that said "wife says no more bikes." Lots of laughs! In fact I took a call once and a hubby answered with "Rosie don't need more bikes."

Good and unique documentary.

I just bought a 2010 Fuji "newest" 3.0. Either that complete bike or a 25.00 Fuji 70s or 80s vintage frame & fork.

Bikes are awesome.

Great info!

Columbine Cycle Works was founded and is run by brothers Rich and John Murphy.

Wow! 207k + views. This is a historical view of metal art appreciation. Very nice.

you can never have too many back wheels.

sou do brasil muito legau esse video tenho muitas ideias mas no brasil ficamos perditos

Very cool vid.

excellent job, very entertaining!

it's nice to see others with the same madness passion its a fine line... have experienced bicycles of every era metal bamboo post space age but please put steel lugs on mine ... ( love the video )

Good video!

Thank you Greenman - now do they make folding bows and arrows? :o)

thanks!

Remember vintage is in :o)

Charly Charles the man who ride the world Smallest bicycle

Oops, I guess everyone thinks it's "John Columbine." A bit like "Walt Disney." Thanks for the correction!

The woman is so over the top.

Não entendo nada!

Why 240p O:

Hey GroovyGoolie, All bikes are great. I simply ride a Bike Friday because I'm 5'0" and it fits me, and I'm a convenience freak. Google KZfaq Super Senior Cyclists Galfromdownunder - now that's spirit ...

Would be great if it weren't for the annoying, clueless woman feeling the need to comment on everything... "We heart hearts.". Why!? Other than that, good stuff.

These bikes are ugly, they look like bikes from the 60's,I wouldn´t pay 100 for them