Use this forum to discuss all things related to non-CCM Canadian bicycles, including Sunshine, Werlich etc.
We found a lady's Werlich single speed this week, have begun it's restoration, and could use some help finding a few items and coaster disassembly instructions (a Perry unit with 2 stars and 11-58 stamped on it). Thank you.
Does anyone on this site actually own an Emperor bicycle, built by the Kalbfleisch Bros. of Stratford? Alternatively, has anyone ever seen one? From what I've read, with the phrase "machine shop" used instead of factory, I doubt very many were built. It would be nice to know if there are any around.
Cori and I would like to thank Jamie and Ann for another successful Canadian Vintage Bicycle Show. Also, special thanks to Jody and Bonnie for facilitating this fantastic event. Thanks to Mike for all his hard work. It was great to see many old friends and to meet new friends. It was also great to visit with our Canadian Vintage Bicycle Show neighbor/friend John McKenty. Congratulations Jamie on a 15th anniversary successful event!
Mark and Cori McGuire
I have a Sunshine that was brought in for restoration. The stem is facing backwards. It was purchased used by an 8 yr old in 1958. Would turning the stem 180 degrees be done to decrease the reach for smaller riders? Was this common and is it safe. Althought the owner is not eight anymore, she recalls the biccyle fitting perfectly. I'll need to assess fit later, but wanted to know if this set-up alther the saftey or riding characteristics.
Hello,
I have this 1979 Raleigh 3 Speed I just restored. Had it out for a test ride this morning and looked down to notice the fork crown is bent to the left. The bicycle rode fine, steered well and gave me no trouble. It tracked straight (with no hands) as long as I shifted my weight to the far right. I got a shimmy at about 35 km/hr. The wheel is centred and there are no other issues (e.g. braking, stem/bar alignment, etc.)
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I pickup up this bike a while ago but don't know what it is. There is very little left of the decal on the head tube. The front hub is a Phillips and rear is CCM. It has Gibson pedals and a Lobdell-Emery seat. The webbing at the back of the head tube has a recessed area stamped "E1957". I assume that is a date rather than a serial number. Any ideas on what make this is?
thanks,
Paul
Here are some stands I picked up from a private collection in Toronto. I've sold one Myers A frame stand & and the larger drop stand. One stand(second photo) is a 1911 patented Persons. Unsure of the smaller drop stand maker. Anyone know if these (with the exception of Persons) are Canadian made?
I recently picked up this bet cool Kay drive side arm with attached ring.
wondering if anyone had any info on it and Kay bicycles. Read a bit on the Web. Toronto, TOC.
this looks pretty NOS to me.
I got this on the weekend. Has anyone seen a frame like this before. Very heavy lugs, cottered crank and cottered pedals. No headbadge, no holes for it. It looks like it had a spoon brake before. The owner put his initials and 52 under the BB.
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