Originally Posted by mstateglfr

The history of component design, manufacturers, bike companies, and how all of intermixed from the 60s into the 90s is just about one of the coolest topics I can learn about. Finding out something new about a builder who Nishiki or Centurion contracted with is great fun. Researching a bike like the Golden Sport Zebrakenko Thunder I refurbished last year is actually entertaining because it is so difficult due to limited info.
Looking at a hiten frame outfitted with all decent level aluminum components and trying to figure out what price-point and marketing strategy the company was going for is a good time.


Geeking bikes 1 Japanese frame at a time.