Cycles Polchlopek born in 1934, based in Paris. A competitive cyclist, he started producing high end frames in the 1960s. Here's the forerunner to the Ganolo:
The Rigideole was first conceived for a time trialist, and then made it's way into a production bike for everyday use. Although it looks impossibly short, Polchlopek guaranteed no 'toe touch' at the front end.