Originally Posted by HillRider
He was the marketing and sales manager for Bridgestone Bicycles in the late 80's and early 90's. His eccentric choice of components and models was instrumental in Bridgestone's withdrawing from the American market.
He then went on to found Rivendell Bicycle Works where he endlessly promotes friction downtube shifters, quill pedals, lugged steel frames, wool jerseys and similar items. His idea seems to be bicycle progress stopped about 1970. He has a small but vocal following.
I managed a pro-level shop in Santa Barbara at that time and Bridgestone was our idol for being the only manufacturer to break up "gruppos" to offer the best possible bike.
I never knew who he was (is). Of course I think he's wrong about the 1970's thing, but thanks for the info!
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Last edited by rmfnla; 03-01-06 at 08:12 PM.