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1980 Hugh Porter Veloce framset for sale in medium size 56cm c-t.  Not perfect – paint missing from front dropouts – but in very good …

Another memorable month here at the DRC HQ.  Loads of work on and some great new associations forged.  And for part of it HOT.  Amidst …

Busy busy busy at the shop this past month, here are some of our favourite happenings. Follow Dead Rats Cycles on Instagram and Facebook for …

Another very busy month in the workshop.  Along with a packed schedule of repairs and servicing I’ve been lucky enough to work on these beauties, …

With the new workshop at full steam, and the cycling season in full swing, I’ve barely had time to post any updates on what’s been …

Preparing the wheels for George’s latest bike project, while the frame is being resprayed.  Expect updates on this project in the next couple of months, …

Developing the theme begun by our original Raw Power build, this time utilising a vintage Raleigh frame with a matt clear powdercoat over its sandblasted …

Joao’s vintage Sangal has arrived at my workshop and after much discussion and research I’m finally about to embark on a full nut & bolt …

Circa 1976 Holdsworth Equipe (pictured as supplied by Kate) that has “drifted into the arena of the unwell”. I’m really looking forward to bringing it …

Welcoming a new long term restoration project, pictured here in its owner Joao’s garage.  It’s his Portugese father’s old racing bike, dating from circa 1982/3, …