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Four decades after the original "On Any Sunday" scored its Academy Award-nomination for Best Documentary Film, “On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter” shows that the passion for riding motorcycles is as strong as ever. Dana Brown directs this modern take on the original, capturing what it means to ride in the United States and abroad. “On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter” is an exploration into the pursuit of excitement, passion and life in the world of motorcycle riding. The film will be in theaters nationwide on November 7.
mercredi 22 octobre 2014
WRC, Espagne : Un point de plus…/ WRC (Espana): a single point will suffice!
Si Sébastien Ogier marque un point de plus que son équipier Jari-Matti Latvala au Rally RACC-Rally de Espana 2014, il sera alors sacré Champion du monde des Rallyes FIA pour la deuxième année consécutive dimanche après-midi. Sinon, la fiesta attendra le Wales Rally GB…
Après avoir sauvé une balle de match au Rallye de France-Alsace, Jari-Matti Latvala va-t-il réussir à prolonger la partie jusque dans les forêts galloises ? Pour cela, il doit impérativement devancer le champion du monde en titre Sébastien Ogier sur les pistes et routes catalanes, ce que le Finlandais est tout à fait capable de réaliser eu égard à ses dernières prestations au RallyRACC-Rally de Espana (3 podiums d’affilée).
En 2012, il avait fait jeu égal avec Sébastien Loeb sur asphalte. L’an passé, il était leader jusqu’à l’avant-dernière spéciale après avoir bouclé la partie tarmac en tête devant Sordo et Neuville. Cette année, décomplexé par sa première victoire asphalte en Alsace, Jari-Matti Latvala peut encore s’illustrer et rêver au titre 2014, d’autant que Seb Ogier va ouvrir et balayer les pistes le premier jour.
Cette année, à l’inverse de 2013, le parcours du RallyRACC-Rally de Espana débute par la partie terre avec six spéciales (dont Terra Alta, 35,68 km) totalisant 138,54 km. L’ordre des départs sera donc déterminant, avec, s’il fait beau, un avantage évident pour des garçons comme Thierry Neuville (Hyundai), Kris Meeke (Citroën), Elfyn Evans (Ford) ou encore Dani Sordo (Hyundai) capables de conserver cet avantage sur l’asphalte les Jours 2 et 3.
Pour marquer la 50e édition du RallyRACC-Rally de Espana, les organisateurs ont prévu une Superspéciale dans les rues de Barcelone jeudi soir, et surtout une spéciale longue de… 50 km samedi.Escaladei reprend une grande partie de la spécialed’El Prioratet sera sans doute décisive dans le résultat final. La gestion des pneumatiques sera capitale car Escaladei est groupée avecTivissa (3,96 km) etColldejou (26,48 km) dans une boucle de 80,44 km, une des plus longues de la saison.
Côté engagés, le RallyRACC-Rally de Espana 2014 prévoit d’accueillir 74 équipages au parc de Salou. En WRC, le plateau traditionnel est complété par Khalid Al-Qassimi (Citroën), l’Américain Ken Block (Ford) et Henning Solberg (Ford). En WRC-2, les trois leaders du championnat font l’impasse (Protasov, inscrit en WRC, Bertelli hors-championnat, Ketomaa absent) et offrent une belle occasion à Nasser Al-Attiyah (Ford) et Karl Kruuda (Ford) de revenir sur la tête du classement avant le Wales Rally GB. A suivre les prestations des Français Sébastien Chardonnet et Stéphane Lefebvre sur Citroën DS3 R5/Michelin.
A suivre également la finale du Drive DMack Fiesta Trophy où 42 points (25 pour la victoire et 17 pour chaque ES remportée) sont à distribuer. L’Estonien Sander Pärn devance le Britannique Tom Cave de 29 points et doit finir sur le podium pour être titré et gagner une saison 2015 en WRC-2.
Sébastien Ogier only needs to score one point more than VW/Michelin team-mate Jari-Matti Latvala in Spain to secure his second straight FIA WRC Drivers’ crown on Sunday. If he fails, celebrations for one of the two will have to wait until Wales Rally GB…
Latvala succeeded in keeping his championship hopes alive after the recent visit to Alsace, but will he be able to maintain the suspense until the series reaches the Welsh forests? To stay in the chase, he must absolutely finish ahead of Ogier in Catalunya, and three straight RallyRACC-Rally de Espana podiums for the Finn suggest that is by no means science fiction.
In 2012, he was a match for Sébastien Loeb’s pace on asphalt and he led last year’s event until the penultimate test after completing the tarmac section in front ahead of Sordo and Neuville. This time, with his asphalt duck broken since the Rallye de France, Volkswagen’s Finn is still in contention for the 2014 crown, especially as Ogier will be first on the road on Day 1…
Unlike in 2013, this year’s Rally de Espana begins with the six gravel stages (including ‘Terra Alta’, 35.68km) which total 138.54km. Start orders are consequently likely to play a big role, and that will clearly play into the hands of drivers like Thierry Neuville (Hyundai), Kris Meeke (Citroën), Elfyn Evans (Ford) and Dani Sordo (Hyundai) who are capable of defending any advantage it may give them until the finish.
To celebrate the event’s 50th edition, the organisers have planned a super-special in the streets of Barcelona on Thursday evening, while Saturday’s menu includes a potentially decisive 50km stage (‘Escaladei’) which uses much of the infamous ‘El Priorat’ test. Clever tyre management will be essential because ‘Escaladei’ is just part of an 80.44km loop – one of the longest of the season – along with ‘Tivissa’ (3.96km) and ‘Colldejou’ (26.48km)!
The Salou-based RallyRACC-Rally de Espana has attracted 74 entries, with the WRC regulars joined by Khalid Al-Qassimi (Citroën), Ken Block (Ford) and Henning Solberg (Ford).
None of the WRC-2’s provisional top three will be in contention for points, however, since Protasov is driving a WRC car, Bertelli is not registered as a WRC-2 competitor and Ketomaa will be absent altogether. It could therefore be a chance for Nasser Al-Attiyah (Ford) and Karl Kruuda (Ford) to close the gap ahead of Wales Rally GB.
Meanwhile, it will be interesting to see how Frenchmen Sébastien Chardonnet and Stéphane Lefebvre perform in their respective Michelin-equipped Citroën DS3 R5s.
There is suspense, too, in the Drive DMack Fiesta Trophy where 42 points will be up for grabs: 25 for the win, plus 17 per stage victory. Sander Pärn currently leads Welshman Tom Cave by 29 points. If he finishes on the podium, the Estonian will clinch the 2014 series and win a WRC-2 programme for 2015.
‘State of the Art’ Ferrari California T
Swiss artist Fabian Oefner celebrates the brand new Ferrari California T with the a wind tunnel and a cack-ton of UV paint.
A few weeks ago we brought you the creative talents of Fabian Oefner, who demonstrated what a 1961 Jaguar E-Type and a 1967 Ferrari 330 P4 look like when ‘disintegrated’. This eclectic style certainly caught the eye of Ferrari, who recently invited the Swiss artist to Maranello to interpret its brand new California T as an art form.
In order to emphasise the ‘bold design and fluid form’ – and after a quick spin behind the wheel – Fabian was adamant that the sensation of speed play a big role in the project, called ‘State of the Art’. After experimenting with a scale model of theFerrari, a small windtunnel and a LOT of ultraviolet paint, Fabian was ready to try the real thing….
Source – Studio Oefner and Ferrari USA
KTM 450 EXC v Datsun 240Z rally car
This car Vs. bike battle from evo is a little bit different. This is no super car Vs. super bike in a straight line shootout down the strip. This is part on-track and part off-road with tarmac, gravel and even a jump standing in the way of victory between two very different machines.
Representing the two-wheeled corner is a KTM 450 EXT which is apparently a nice piece of kit if you like that type of thing. And in the four-wheeled corner? Well, that would be an awesome Safari Rally-prepared Datsun 240Z.
Place your bets.
Source – EVO
ERC Rallye International du Valais 2014 : La route des titres passe par la Suisse / The ERC title trail moves to Switzerland
Le Rallye International du Valais, 10e manche du Championnat d’Europe des Rallyes FIA, retrouve sa traditionnelle date fin octobre. La 55e édition s’annonce palpitante entre les ténors de l’ERC et les pilotes suisses toujours très rapides dans leurs montagnes. Les quatre leaders du championnat ERC seront au départ.
Organisé pour la première fois en novembre l’an passé, le Rallye International du Valais retrouve sa date historique du dernier week-end d’octobre. Et tant pis si ça clashavec le 50e RallyRACC-Rally de Espana (WRC). Après tout, le Rallye International du Valais – ex Rallye du Vin – est plus ancien que l’épreuve catalane puisqu’il fête cette année sa 55e édition.
A cette occasion, les organisateurs ont choisi d’étendre son parcours en Haut-Valais, vers les villes germanophones de Varen, Inden, Linkerbad, avec une 1ère spéciale de 8,25 km. La suite est plus classique avec des ES tracées entre Sion, ville de départ, et Martigny, ville d’arrivée. 19 spéciales sont au programme (260,20 km), dont la célèbreLes Cols (32,13 km) le dernier jour.
Le parcours, au profil montagneux, est plutôt rapide et technique. Il comprend traditionnellement quelques portions sur terre que les concurrents doivent négocier avec des pneumatiques asphalte. Michelin, vainqueur en 2013 avec le pilote officiel Skoda Motorsport Esapekka Lappi, propose à ses partenaires sa gamme de pneus Compétition-Client asphalte Pilot Sport R01, 11 et 21, ainsi qu’un pneu neige (NA00), on ne sait jamais…
Vainqueur en titre et leader du championnat ERC, Esappekka Lappi est de retour dans le Canton du Valais au volant de sa Skoda Fabia S2000/Michelin, où il sera opposé aux Ford Fiesta R5 et Peugeot 208 T16/Michelin dont les moteurs 1,6-Litre turbo offriront sans doute un avantage dans les longues ascensions alpines.
Tous les ténors du championnat ERC sont du déplacement en Suisse avec Lappi, Craig Breen et Kevin Abbring (Peugeot 208 T16), Sepp Wiegand (Skoda Fabia S2000), Kajetan Kajetanowicz (Ford Fiesta R5), Bruno Magalhaes (Peugeot 208 T16) et les Tchèques Tarabus, Orsak et Tlustak. La délégation helvète sera emmenée par Olivier Burri (Ford Fiesta R5), Sébastien Carron (Peugeot 207 S2000) ou encore Nicolas Althaus (Skoda Fabia S2000). Attention aussi aux Subaru Impreza R4 de Mark Higgins et de Florian Gonon car on se souvient que l’an passé, Andreas Aigner avait joué les premiers rôles sur une même machine.
En championnat Junior, les trois leaders, Stéphane Lefebvre, Jan Cerny et Gino Bux font l’impasse sur cette épreuve. Andrea Crugnola et Chris Ingram ont donc l’opportunité de se repositionner avant le Tour de Corse.
Le 55e Rallye International du Valais, avant-dernière manche ERC 2014, s’élancera jeudi matin avec la Qualifying Stage tracée près des casernes de Sion. L’arrivée est prévue samedi après-midi à Martigny.
Round 10 of the 11-round 2014 FIA European Rally Championship takes teams to the Rallye International du Valais which has reverted to its traditional late-October slot. The 55th running of the event promises an exciting showdown between the ERC front-runners (including the provisional top four) and the local stars who are always in their element in the Swiss Alps.
After moving to November in 2013, the 55th Rallye International du Valais has recovered its traditional slot, namely the last weekend of October. Although this means a clash with the WRC’s 50th RallyRACC-Rally de Espana (WRC), the Swiss classic (formerly known as the Rallye du Vin) dates back to before the Catalonian event.
This year’s route extends to the German-speaking towns of Varen, Inden and Linkerbad for the opening stage (8.25km). The rest is more conventional, with action based between the start in Sion and the finish in Martigny. The programme features 19 stages totalling 260.20km), including the famous ‘Les Cols’ test (32.13km) on the last day.
The mountain roads tend to be fast and technically demanding, but there are also the usual portions of dirt which competitors will tackle on asphalt tyres.
Michelin, which won the 2013 event with Skoda Motorsport’s Esapekka Lappi, will have its range of Pilot Sport R01, 11 and 21 catalogue tyres available for the weekend, plus the NA00 snow tyre, just in case…
Lappi, who currently tops the ERC standings, will be back in his usual Skoda Fabia S2000/Michelin and will face a field of competitive Ford Fiesta R5s and Peugeot 208 T16s whose 1.6-litre turbocharged engines will no doubt give them an edge up the long high-altitude climbs.
Other ERC front-runners contesting the rally are Craig Breen and Kevin Abbring (Peugeot 208 T16), Sepp Wiegand (Skoda Fabia S2000), Kajetan Kajetanowicz (Ford Fiesta R5), Bruno Magalhaes (Peugeot 208 T16) and Czech drivers Tarabus, Orsak and Tlustak.
The Swiss brigade will be led by Olivier Burri (Ford Fiesta R5), Sébastien Carron (Peugeot 207 S2000) and Nicolas Althaus (Skoda Fabia S2000).
There will also be Subaru Impreza R4s for Mark Higgins and Florian Gonon and this car proved particularly competitive in 2013 in the hands of Andreas Aigner.
None of the three ERC-Junior pace-setters (Stéphane Lefebvre, Jan Cerny, Gino Bux) have included the Swiss round in their programmes, so Andrea Crugnola and Chris Ingram will have a chance to close the gap before the finale in Corsica.
The Rallye International du Valais will kick off with Thursday morning’s Qualifying Stage near the army barracks in Sion and is due to end on Saturday afternoon in Martigny.
CABIN FEVER: DANIEL PETER’S XR650
Daniel Peter is a photographer with petrol running through his veins. When he’s not shooting, he’s riding—and his ride is worth a close-up of its own.
‘Cabin Fever’ is based on a Honda XR650, although you’d be hard pressed to tell. Like its CX500 stable mate, the XR650 is one of those bikes often passed over in favor of more photogenic machinery.
Daniel was after “a motorcycle that didn’t exist: 70s styling, twin shocks, air cooled, powerful yet light and reliable, with enough ground clearance and suspension for riding trails, and electric start.”
Of course, the answer was right in front of his nose: he was already the owner of an XR650. “The performance was there, but the looks were seriously lacking. Awkward all-plastic bodywork, purple side covers … good enough for a dirt bike, but not quite the pony that would turn heads.”
Daniel is good with his hands as well as his eyes, so he’s treated the Honda to a completely new subframe, suspended by twin YSS shocks. A custom seat nestles into the frame rails, upholstered in brown antelope leather by Janusz Kukulski.
The front end now sports LSL Street Low bars—with brown Tommaselli grips—behind a Hella 500 Black Magic headlight. A compact Shorai battery hides in an aluminum box under the seat.
To boost performance from the 644cc air-cooled single, Daniel focused on the breathing. He’s ditched the stock 40mm Keihin CV carb and installed a 41mm Keihin FCR-MX flat slide, supplied with fuel via a high flow Pingel petcock.
Gases now exit through a high-ridin’ custom exhaust: The 2-into-1 header has a slip-fit mid pipe, terminated with a 1.75” Cone Engineering muffler.
“The carburetor and stainless exhaust are the only performance mods on this bike,” he says. “I felt that the XR650 motor offered just the right balance between performance and reliability. The engine is much more responsive now and the pipe has a proper bark to it.”
Bigger upgrades were reserved for the suspension and brakes. Daniel has lowered the lofty stock forks by three inches, fitting stiffer springs and Race Tech Gold Valves for better damping.
Stopping power now comes from 4-piston Brembo calipers, clamping on a 320mm floating front rotor taken from a Husqvarna SM610. (“I had to machine the XR650 hub and change the bolt pattern to match.”) Stock hubs are laced to classy Excel rims, using stainless spokes from Buchanan’s.
Daniel has given his XR650 the body to match its performance, with a low-profile Honda CG125 tank and shorty aluminum fenders. The dewy, subdued two-tone paint job comes from the Chicago specialist Polowy Fab & Finish.
The paint is also the inspiration for the ‘Cabin Fever’ name. “I saw a grayish-green paint chip with said name in a small hardware store in Wisconsin,” says Daniel. “That was to become the base for the bodywork color.”
Back in 1992, Cycle World described the XR650 as “the most fun you can have on two wheels.” Daniel Peter has just ramped up the fun factor a notch—and turned the ugly duckling into a swan.
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Pre-A Porsche 356 party in Italy
Every year, a small group of enthusiastic friends spend a weekend together with their toys: the Porsche 356 Pre-A. These cars are not simply the first examples of a celebrated model, but the beginning of the Porsche legend...
Quality over quantity
The Porsche 356 Pre-A meeting began nine years ago, aiming not for quantity but for quality. The most recent gathering took place in Italy in late September, near Reggio Emilia.
Twenty-five cars took part, enjoying the landscapes of this beautiful region, where the empty mountain roads proved perfect for the cars. Almost all the Pre-A’s years and body types were represented, with some rare examples among them. A highlight was the 550 Spyder #0040 which arrived on Friday morning, and spent the whole weekend with the group. No, it’s not a Pre-A... but would you have turned it away?
Different reasons for cherishing the same car…
Michel, from France (Olive Green 1951 Coupé): “When I was younger, I had many classic cars, mostly French and American. One day, I went to a meeting and a friend of mine arrived with a 1951 Coupé. I was amazed, and decided I had to have one. I began with a 1952 Coupé in bad condition, which I completely restored and sold a few years ago. In the meantime, I found a 1952 Coupé and this 1951 Coupé. The car was repainted long ago in a non-original colour, but it has such a wonderful patina that I want to preserve it in this condition for as long as possible.”
Bernard, from Switzerland (Warson Motors sunroof 1955 Coupé): “I was part of the VW scene for a long time, and the Pre-A was a dream I couldn’t afford. Then, a few years ago, I had the opportunity to buy one for a bargain price, so I didn’t hesitate. The dream came true, and now I drive it as much as I can.”
Angling towards eligibility
Alberto, from Italy (Red 1955 Speedster): “I've had a few 356s, and the last one was a 1958 Speedster. But I wanted something more exclusive and eligible for the Mille Miglia. A friend of mine heard about this 1955 Speedster for sale, so I sold my other car to buy it. I definitely wanted a Speedster because it’s lighter than the Convertible and, in my opinion, more fun to drive. But... I don’t like red, so I’m looking for another Pre-A Speedster in either Ivory or Speedster Blue.”
Robert, from the Netherlands (Black 1951 Coupé): “I love all Pre-As, but there’s one thing I love above all else: a Pre-A with wood. So, when I started my collection, I had no option but to buy a split window to have the wooden parts on the doors. I have some others waiting for restoration, but my next project is a Gmünd Coupé.”
Göran, from Sweden (Silver 1952 Coupé): “Sweden has been a very big market for Porsche since the creation of the brand but, in the 70s, nobody wanted these old 356s, because of the 911. I’ve had many 356s, but I kept Pre-As for one reason: the shape. This shape is incredible, and really unique.”
At the end of such a weekend you feel like a member of this small family, which doesn’t intend to grow much bigger – the organisers prefer to keep the atmosphere of the meeting just as it is. Hence the rendezvous for next year has already been decided… but it’s a secret!
Photos: Rémi Dargegen for Classic Driver © 2014
You can find numerous Porsche 356 Pre-As for sale in the Cassic Driver Market.
BSMC GEAR GUIDE #30
In this week’s Gear Guide North Sea Clothing collaborate with Blitz, Rev’It jump in with another pair of tough as nails boots, Pike Brothers wrap us warm in a Navy deck jacket, Chester Belter keep our tools safe and within easy reach, whilst LED Lenser brighten up our lives.
PRODUCT REVIEW BY THE BIKE SHED’ S VERY OWN DUTCH – REV’IT RODEO BOOT
Rodeo might not be the best brand name for a pair of boots, but never judge a book by it’s title, as I discovered when I tried a pair of Rev’It’s chunky lace-up motorcycle boots. Taking care of our tootsies is a big deal on a motorcycle, and I’ve come a cropper in a few spills that have left me with broken toes and scraped ankles, but we don’t all want to trudge around the office or our favourite bar in a giant pair of armoured wellies or hi-tech raceboots. Some of us prefer to be a bit more incognito, especially with jeans on.
As a brand Rev’It have been best known for Adventure wear, making recognisably-styled bike gear with a strong focus on the technical and performance aspect, and good value for money, but recently they’ve made their mark in the retro scene, producing gear that looks like fashion wear, but without any compromise on safety. Everything they make is tested to breaking point and features like; abrasion resistance, breathability, waterproofing and armour are part of their immoveable DNA.
These Rodeo boots are pretty much my perfect winter boot. They are styled like a bit like pair of beefy Wolverine 1000-Milers but with the weight of a military boot. They’re lined, very warm and so far they seem pretty waterproof, although Rev’It manage our expectations, only claiming the boots to be “water repellent”. When I first saw pics, I wasn’t keen on the externally visible ankle support, but it’s less noticeable in the flesh, and invisible under jeans.
What I like most is that these boots – as pictured – are only three weeks old, and they came looking exactly like they do in these photos. Tastefully worn-in, but not ragged or fake looking. The Apache Batido leather (apparently) is thick and finished with varying shades of brown in all the right places. The laces are also proper, thick, strong, waxed-style items, and feel like they’ll last the lifetime of the boots – and unlike some lace-up footwear, they’re exactly the right length to take the boot off without coming out of the holes at the top. Small details like this are not lost on me.
The soles are chunky commando style, supportive, and so far have survived the slippery petrol forecourt test, plus I’ve walked across the West End in them on warm and cold days. Apart from them weighing a fair bit (good for my leg muscles) I forgot I had motorcycle boots on. I even put them on to go out in the evenings, as I feel so secure and comfy in them – which says it all really. You also get a lot of Boot for your Buck everywhere we’ve looked, so bag yourself a stylish and functional bargain this winter. If I lost these, I’d buy another pair straight away. And just to be clear – yes, these boots are proper motorcycle safety gear.
PRODUCT REVIEW NORTH SEA CLOTHING X BLITZ COLLABORATION ‘SERVICE’ JUMPER
Neil at North Sea Clothing has teamed up with Parisian bike builders Blitz to create the ‘Service’ jumper. Based on the classic roll neck submariner design, it features additional military inspired detailing. The guys at Blitz have a stellar reputation for good utilitarian collaborations, and they’ve excelled themselves this time with the ‘Service’.
North Sea Clothing was set up by Neil Starr, a life long biker, to faithfully recreate the increasingly rare War Office Submariner Sweater, issued to Royal Navy’s North Atlantic fleets in both the First and Second World Wars. These jumpers were adopted by the rockers and cafe racers in the 60s as excellent insulators to be worn on the bike.These sweaters are manufactured to the exact specifications of the original design, in the same 100% British Wool.
“Quality wool is about robust construction and robust good looks: this means it’ll last, and you’ll want it to last.” Wool, due to its high water and nitrogen content, is naturally flame retardant. It has a higher ignition threshold than many other fibres. It also has natural water repent qualities.
Constructed from Navy blue ribbed high grade wool, the Service is reinforced with cotton canvas patches on the elbow and shoulder, and a buttoned breast pocket embroidered with the Blitz logo. On the rear of the jumper are two button down pockets. It features long cuffs and a high roll neck.
The ribbed cut of the jumper is ideal to be worn under a leather jacket without bunching. It’s seriously warm, and the high roll neck and tight cuffs insulate against those nasty drafts that can turn a winter blast into a nightmare. You won’t need a scarf when wearing this.
The stash pockets on the back of the jumper are ideal for cash, coins, cards, pocket maps and other such paraphernalia. So often I spend my rides wriggling around on the bike trying to get comfortable with my jean pockets bulging with this stuff.
One of the great things about this jumper is it’s warm enough to wear outside on its own even when the weather starts to bite. Because of the high grade of the wool, it wicks well, so even when you’re toasty warm it won’t cause you to sweat.
The Service simply looks terrific; it’s comfortable, practical and pretty!
PRODUCT REVIEW PIKE BROTHERS 1944 N1-DECK KHAKI JACKET
One of my favourite jackets to wear both on short blasts and and in and around the garage in these colder months, is my Pike Brothers deck jacket. You can ride in it comfortably, and keep it on when you get to the workshop and start spinning spanners. That’s assuming of course you’re not one of those lucky devils to have a heated workshop or garage!
1944 N-1 Deck Jacket was issued to all U.S. Navy Personnel during WW2. It saw action from the beaches of Normandy to the Pacific Islands and became one of the most used and most favoured jackets of the U.S. Armed Forces in the 1940s.
The general construction of the jacket combined a thick outer layer of “Jungle Cloth” with a wool lining making it wind and water resistant so the wearer stayed warm and comfortable even under the harshest conditions. It has proper 1940s round knit wind cuffs and a stand up collar. Pike Brothers build their reconstructions to their usual impeccably high standards.
Pike Brothers specializes in the production of authentic outdoor and workwear of the early and mid 20th century. “Authentic to us means producing garments in exactly the same way as in the original period.” Pike Brothers was founded by George and Joseph Pike in 1930 in their small but exclusive Portobello Road tailor shop in Notting Hill, in the heart of London.
Their specialty was custom-made menswear. During the Second World War with a steadily growing number of American soldiers coming to Britain, the Pike Brothers also specialized in the production of uniforms for the U.S. Armed Forces.
The Deck Jacket is ideal for riding on the bike. I wear it on longer trips with my Draggin’ K-Shirt kelvar undershirt, it’s seriously warm and in that combination provides a good level of protection. There’s room to layer it up, but is also slim fitting enough not to balloon. It’s a comfortable and good looking jacket that can also be worn to the pub and to work.
CHESTER BELTER TOOL ROLL
As with everything Rich turns his hand to, the Tool Roll is individually built to the highest quality. Constructed from what he claims to be the UK’s finest waxed cotton, it’s fastened close with two leather straps.
There are six internal compartments with a flap that features a leather slot pocket on the underside.
The waxed cotton is made and sourced in the UK from a world leading manufacturer. The cotton itself starts as an 18oz weight. It’s then treated to its waxing process the waxed cotton then comes in at a 25oz weight.
Rich has double skinned the tool roll which gives extra strength. It also means the outer waxed cotton layer is smooth and stitch free and looks much better for it. All the leather is vegetable tanned, even the edge trim.
You won’t get a better quality hand made tool roll for the price.
This is a versatile piece: “A perfect tool roll for stashing just a few tools on carb check runs or loading it up with everything if you’ve got an old basket case!”
The dimensions are 11inches x 15.5inches. Lovely.
LED LENSER V9 MICRO LENSER LED TORCH
Whether it’s searching your engine for that nut you’ve just dropped, unlocking your chain in the dark, or night time repairs on the side of the road, a good punchy torch is an essential piece of kit.
This tiny little torch is very bright, but small enough to hold between your teeth leaving your hands free to make your broken ride even more broken. It can be used as keyring or easily stashed in a tool roll or under your seat hump, or in your jacket pocket.
It’s LED with 15 lumens, and has a beam distance of 16 meters. It has a burn time of thirty minutes, and is powered by four AG3 batteries. It’s constructed with aircraft grade aluminium and has a barrel switch. It’s a weeny 5.3cm long with a diameter of 9.5mm, and weighs eleven grams.
Like all good featherweights, this punches well above its weight.
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