Splatter Paint
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I've built and ridden lots this year, retro in preference to modern. I bought the bike I couldn't afford as a kid (1989 Explosif) and raced it at Mountain Mayhem. Price-wise, things are on the up, but eBay still has some gems which allows anyone into the retro scene for naff all money. Rideable Saracen Shahara for £9.50 as an example! Also, postage has meant that buying small stuff second-hand just isn't worth it, especially bars which can be very expensive to post with Royal Mail.
What I think we need are some more dedicated retro races / race categories, like the Brighton Big Dog. I think building /restoring old bikes is fun, but riding them is more fun. Whilst the Explosif is fairly rare, it is scruffy enough to ride - like all my bikes. I can't see myself building a NOS steed and not riding it.
I would also encourage all members to go along to the RetroBIKE-organised rides or races where RetroBIKERs are participating.
SP
I've built and ridden lots this year, retro in preference to modern. I bought the bike I couldn't afford as a kid (1989 Explosif) and raced it at Mountain Mayhem. Price-wise, things are on the up, but eBay still has some gems which allows anyone into the retro scene for naff all money. Rideable Saracen Shahara for £9.50 as an example! Also, postage has meant that buying small stuff second-hand just isn't worth it, especially bars which can be very expensive to post with Royal Mail.
What I think we need are some more dedicated retro races / race categories, like the Brighton Big Dog. I think building /restoring old bikes is fun, but riding them is more fun. Whilst the Explosif is fairly rare, it is scruffy enough to ride - like all my bikes. I can't see myself building a NOS steed and not riding it.
I would also encourage all members to go along to the RetroBIKE-organised rides or races where RetroBIKERs are participating.
SP