Handbuilt Bicycle News

Shows & Events

July 2024

Shows & Events

July 2024

Bespoked 2024, Manchester UK - The Highlights

Roving reporter Chris Keller-Jackson dived in at Manchester's 'Vicky Baths' venue on June 28 and found that while the spirit of innovation and progress is alive and kicking within the UK bike manufacturing scene, it's balanced with a respectful nod to the ground on which the modern industry stands.

Bicycles

July 2024

Quirk's GRoad

The GBP2000 paint job is masterful and spectacular, but what makes this bike special is its provenance

Bicycles

July 2024

Saffron's retro racer

Matthew Sowter set out to create a reminder of his competitive days with a bike designed for those that still like it fast, long after hanging up their racing kit.

Shows & Events

July 2024

Bespoked hits the mark

Anna Schwinn's reflections on the changes at Bespoked since her first time in 2016 suggest much is afoot in the UK.

Shows & Events

July 2024

Shows & Events

July 2024

First look: Bespoked 2018

Anna Schwinn is at Bespoked helping out, judging bikes for the show awards, and reporting for HBG.

Bicycles

July 2024

Dear Susan's Cleland bike

Petor Georgallou of Dear Susan was so impressed by the design of Geoff Apps' 1980s Cleland singletrack bike that he decided to make one for himself. In this video he talks about the process and how it feels to ride this unsung off-road classic.