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Old 02-11-11 | 10:45 PM
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Bikes: 1917 Loomis, 1923 Rudge, 1930 Hercules Renown, 1947 Mclean, 1948 JA Holland, 1955 Hetchins, 1957 Carlton Flyer, 1962 Raleigh Sport, 1978&81 Raleigh Gomp GS', 2010 Raliegh Clubman

Wirebike reconstructed

From the first time I saw this photo I was intrigued. The unusual frame, well worn and soiled and a very serious chap looking on. A little research led to the discovery that the frame was based on a new design concept ( new for the 1930's) called Tensegrity (tensional integrity). Wires under tension compress the beam to create a very rigid structure.


Curiosity killed the cat ya know...so I went to see Steven, the owner of the Bike Stand my LBS
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