lundi 8 avril 2013
1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle
The Italian moped and motorcycle manufacturer Garelli Motorcycles was founded in 1919 byAlberto Garelli. Garelli Motorcycles were famous among Italian riders, Ernesto Gnesa,Tazio Nuvolari and Achille Varzi all began their racing careers on Garelli Motorcycles.
By the time Alberto Garelli was 22 years old he had already earned his degree in engineering. Alberto dedicated his work to developing and perfecting the 2-stroke engine for Fiat, in 1911Garelli left Fiat due to their lack of enthusiasm for the 2-stroke engine.
After leaving Fiat Garelli continued working on his own engine design from 1911 to 1914 which resulted in the 350cc split-single. Garelli also worked for other motorcycle manufacturers from 1914 to 1918. At that time he won a competition organized by the Italian army to design a motorcycle. In 1919, Garelli constructed a 350cc motorcycle, which set a long distance record from Milan to Naples. Ettore Girardi the rider covered the 840 km.
The Garelli 350cc split-single remained in production until 1926 and made a major impact in racing. In 1926 Ermino Visioli was the first Garelli man to enter the Isle of Man TT. After World War II, Garelli concentrated on producing smaller bikes and mopeds for the European market. Garellidominated the 125cc class in the early 1980s Grand Prix motorcycle racing, winning six consecutive world championships. The Garelli Motorcycles Grand Prix motorcycle racing winners were Angel Nieto from 1982 to 1984, Fausto Gresini in 1985, Luca Cadalora in 1986, Fausto Gresin in 1987.
This 1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle you see above in the pictures embodies the 350 Grand Prix Garelli in its final incarnation. The split-single engine can produce a maximum of 20bhp at 4,500rpm. It was good enough to kick some ass at the top speed of 130km/h (81mph). This motorcycle also made to front cover of ‘Agrati Garelli: 80 anni di storia’. This 1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle is up for auction at Bonham’s and is estimated to be sold for US$40,00 to 53,000.
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Renault Twin'Z Concept announced
Could hint at next-gen Twingo design
Renault revealed today the Twin'Z Concept which represents an electric supermini with five doors and a rear-wheel drive layout.
The EV is 3627mm long, 1705mm wide and 1506mm tall, with a 2495mm wheelbase and a 980 kg (2,160 lbs) weight. Power comes from a rear-mounted electric motor generating 68 bhp (50 kW) and 226 Nm (166 lb-ft) of torque, working together with four lithium-ion battery packs spaced evenly beneath the floor providing a range of up to 100 miles (161 km). It can reach a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
The Renault Twin'Z Concept sits on 18-inch alloys with specially developed 205/40 R18 Michelin tires and has Ohlins dampers. It benefits from a MacPherson front and double wishbone rear suspension with a carbon fiber body and a tubular frame.
Its styling was contoured in collaboration with British designer Ross Lovegrove who also created the wheels. The concept comes with rearward opening doors and ditches the central pillar for an easier access inside where the seats are extremely thin and light. These are wrapped around in a fire-retardant and waterproof material, while the seat frame can be seen through the fabric. The center of the dashboard holds a tablet which acts as the infotainment system.
The EV is 3627mm long, 1705mm wide and 1506mm tall, with a 2495mm wheelbase and a 980 kg (2,160 lbs) weight. Power comes from a rear-mounted electric motor generating 68 bhp (50 kW) and 226 Nm (166 lb-ft) of torque, working together with four lithium-ion battery packs spaced evenly beneath the floor providing a range of up to 100 miles (161 km). It can reach a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
The Renault Twin'Z Concept sits on 18-inch alloys with specially developed 205/40 R18 Michelin tires and has Ohlins dampers. It benefits from a MacPherson front and double wishbone rear suspension with a carbon fiber body and a tubular frame.
Its styling was contoured in collaboration with British designer Ross Lovegrove who also created the wheels. The concept comes with rearward opening doors and ditches the central pillar for an easier access inside where the seats are extremely thin and light. These are wrapped around in a fire-retardant and waterproof material, while the seat frame can be seen through the fabric. The center of the dashboard holds a tablet which acts as the infotainment system.
THE EASTPAK STORY. SINCE 1952
THE FILM OF EASTPAK'S HISTORY: « EASTPAK AUTHENTIC SINCE 1952 »
To celebrate its 60th anniversary, EASTPAK reveals its origins in this heritage film, showcasing the evolution which has made it the authentic urban lifestyle brand we know today.
The film conveys the milestones in the development of the brand's world-famous expertise and the meteoric rise to its current status as the leader of the (back)pack, from American soldiers in 1952 to today's urban consumers.
OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS TO THE PENTAGON
IN THE 50s, EASTERN CANVAS INC. signs a contract with the Pentagon to supply high quality bags and safety equipment to the US army. The company establishes its expertise by creating hard-wearing products tailored to the military's highest standard of materials and construction. For a soldier, product quality can mean the difference between life and death.
FROM THE 60s ONWARDS, the company produces millions of iconic army duffel bags for American GIs.
WINNING OVER U.S. COLLEGE CAMPUSES
IN THE 70s, cool students on American campuses begin to wear army issue bags to school, and in 1976, EASTERN CANVAS starts producing a range of bags and luggage to meet the increasing market demand, thus creating EASTPAK.
The brand's first iconic pieces are produced in Seattle, introducing the Lifetime Warranty, thanks to military manufacturing standards.
THROUGHOUT THE 80s, students can't get enough of emblematic army bags and EASTPAK takes over American campuses from coast to coast.
In 1985, Marty MCFLY dons the brand's future classic, the PADDED RETURNITY, for his adventures in BACK TO THE FUTURE.
At the same time as this cinematic exposure, EASTPAK becomes the first bag manufacturer to add flashy colours and all-over prints to its collections. It's also the first in
the industry to use provocative and quirky ads in lifestyle magazines and on MTV. These campaigns have an impact on an entire generation.
THE URBAN EXPLORER
THE 90s see EASTPAK graduate to the city. The brand's aficionados bring it to the urban jungle, and it becomes a fully-fledged urban lifestyle brand. The urban playground fuels EASTPAK's creativity without distancing the brand from its origins: QUALITY, EFFICIENCY, CREATIVITY.
THE YEAR 2000 heralds EASTPAK's iconic collaborations with world-famous artists, designers, musicians and celebrities, including Kris Van Assche, Raf Simons, BLESS, Wood Wood, Colette, A.P.C., Gaspard Yurkievich, Kaiser Chiefs, Prodigy, Ed Banger...
The authentic urban lifestyle brand, EASTPAK, is proud of its heritage since 1952. Enriched by its past, the brand constantly seeks new challenges to continue to offer products that are built to resist and tailored for city life.
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