On 03/13/2005 12:49 PM, "Mark Stevens" <mountgerald@btopenworld.com> wrote:
> As a die hard Gillott enthusiast I cannot sing the firms' praises high
> enough. I have not, however allowed myself to be blinkered as to the
> strengths of other builders. I think I can only speak of frames that I own
> personally and rate the following highly.
> F.H.Grubb, Don Farrell, Ephgrave, Hobbs, Excel, Carpenter, Barnard, Mal
> Rees, Claud Butler.
Ahem!
What about Ron Cooper post-ASG?
Are are you talking about pre-1970, not just pre-1983 (CR timeline)?
> There are many others I have not had the chance to ride or examine but it
> is great idea to have a book showcasing the workmanship of the builders,
> riders and component makers. It would also open up the mystique of cycle
> sport and club practise from the Golden Era to a younger generation.
> I approached Dorling Kindersley about a year ago and they said that it
> would be of interest. I am willing to help anyone who takes it on. Lets do
> it!
> Mark Stevens Dingwall Scotland.
>
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