Freddie Grubb - British 531 racing bikes
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Freddie Grubb - British 531 racing bikes
Hello,
I already posted this in the classics forum but thought I'd re-post it here just in case any roadies are interested.
I just thought I'd share some pics of my new ride with you. It's a 1958 Freddie Grubb - an old British marque that was bought by Holdsworth. I don't know anything about the bike and only bought in on a whim because it was cheap, my size and, most importantly, PURPLE! It hasn't arrived yet and I don't even know what parts are on it, except that it has an old 5-speed Campagnolo Gran Sport derailleur. Does anyone recognise any of the other parts on it? With just five old rattling gears, it might be a good candidate for conversion to a fixie... But it looks to be in good condition and I like the old headbadge and lugs.
If anyone knows anything about Freddie Grubb bikes or recognises any of the parts on the bike I'd be fascinated to know more. I'd love to know what model it is - most likely bottom of the range knowing my luck, and I expect it'll weigh a ton... Anyway, here are the pics, as they appeared on eBay:
I already posted this in the classics forum but thought I'd re-post it here just in case any roadies are interested.
I just thought I'd share some pics of my new ride with you. It's a 1958 Freddie Grubb - an old British marque that was bought by Holdsworth. I don't know anything about the bike and only bought in on a whim because it was cheap, my size and, most importantly, PURPLE! It hasn't arrived yet and I don't even know what parts are on it, except that it has an old 5-speed Campagnolo Gran Sport derailleur. Does anyone recognise any of the other parts on it? With just five old rattling gears, it might be a good candidate for conversion to a fixie... But it looks to be in good condition and I like the old headbadge and lugs.
If anyone knows anything about Freddie Grubb bikes or recognises any of the parts on the bike I'd be fascinated to know more. I'd love to know what model it is - most likely bottom of the range knowing my luck, and I expect it'll weigh a ton... Anyway, here are the pics, as they appeared on eBay:
