Not vintage or French, Worldwide Tourers, Campeurs, Porteurs, Audax, Randonneurs, Commuters

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Guinessisgoodforyou · 2025-02-20T15:40:46+0000

Cherubim 650B Super Touring Randonneur Bicycle from 1970s in nice original condition.
Founded in 1965 by Hitoshi Konno in Tokyo, Cherubim Cycles has been at the forefront of custom steel bicycle craftsmanship for decades. Originally inspired by European racing frames, Cherubim quickly gained recognition, even supplying bikes for Japan’s Olympic cycling team.
Now led by Shinichi Konno, the brand continues its legacy of blending traditional handcrafting techniques with cutting-edge design. Known for precision-made chromoly steel frames tailored to each rider, Cherubim bicycles deliver unmatched performance, durability, and style. With international acclaim, including the best of show award at NAHBS, Cherubim remains a symbol of innovation and artistry in cycling.

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Guinessisgoodforyou · 2025-02-20T15:51:46+0000

Off to America for this very interesting bicycle. Facet Bio Cam.
Ever since Scotsman Kirkpatrick Macmillan had build an early bicycle with a rod operated drivet rain in 1839, there have been attempts to free the bicycle from its chains. Every now and then interesting concepts made their appearance in the market, among these concepts, the Facet Bio Cam certainly is one of the more interesting ones.
When the bicycle was introduced in 1980, it was the talk of cycling engineers for a while. Through a cam system, the circular motion of pedaling should be transformed to a movement that should be closer to the natural walking motion thus allowing for an easier power transfer.
Additionally, the bike was equipped with a series of no less than 50 gears over a wide span of transmission which could be shifted very quickly with a single down tube shifter.
The bike looked a bit strange and riding it felt a funny at first, but it was absolutely no joke. It quickly helped securing a number of U.S TT records of 10, 5p, 100 and 150 miles.
The real issue with this concept however was the unusual mechanism for which it was difficult to get spare parts, The relatively high weight of the bike which turned into a huge handicap as soon as climbing was involved. And then, there was the hefty price tag.