Posts in category Projects

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, …

So excited about my latest project, a 531 beauty from 1990 (doesn’t the paintwork give this away!?) in stunning original condition. Showing all the hallmarks …

It would be an understatement to say I’m rather excited about assembling Ivan’s new bike…

Another delicious vintage restoration project began today as new customer Nick dropped off his recent eBay purchase to my workshop, after finding me on Google …

Just had a lovely half hour chatting to a new customer, Joe from Wilmslow, about his 1958 Raleigh 4 speed which for the last 25 …

Another forthcoming Dead Rats Cycles project is this beautiful and fully renovated vintage Townsend ladies steel frame in 49cm size, ready for a custom build.  …