My version of a Pashley Guv'nor. But with improvments. Track frame for better handling; no external brake cables, and 7+ lbs lighter.
Frame:
Mercier Lugged Track Frame (Black) (Reynolds 520)
Fork/Headset:
Mercier Flat crown lugged fork (Reynolds 520)
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
IRD Racing w/Campagnolo Nuovo Record 49T Chainring
Pedals:
MKS Sylvan Track Lite w/MKS half toeclips (leather)
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
KMC Devil (Silver)
Derailleurs/Shifters:
internal
Saddle/Seatpost:
TTT Fluted/ Brooks Swallow
Brakes:
Internal rear coaster
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Custom built Velocity/Velo Orange Hub w Wingnuts/Panaracer Pasela White
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Custom Built Velocity/Sturmey-Archer s2c 2-speed kickback hub/Panaracer Pasela White
Accessories:
Velo Orange Bell/Brooks leather bar wrap/cork ends/Union Jack Pedal Lacquer badge
More Info:
Perfect for Tweed Runs. Weighing in at 23.5 lbs; mostly due to the 4lb rear hub.
Added by Gryphon_QC. Last updated about 12 years ago.
5 Comments
NICE
I bean thinking of doing something like that with a Panasonic NJS frame.
Hows the 2 speed SA on hills ?
Posted about 11 years ago
The Pashley Guv'nor, the bike I modeled this after, is over 31 lbs.
Posted about 12 years ago
4lb hub?! Lol nice build
Posted about 12 years ago
the Sturmey Archer S2C is not light, nor are any of the S/A hubs. They are however, unique designs and very rugged. As far as I know, they are still the only ones making a 2 speed kickback hub with integral Coaster brake. Although the hub is heavy, the weight savings of not having brake calipers, levers, shifters, derailleurs, etc, balances out. Plus I love the look of no external cables at all.
Posted about 12 years ago
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DandyCycle says:
I'm conflicted. I like the look of your neo-path-racer, but why call it a Hetchins when it's a Mercier that you describe as a "version of a Pashley"? It has some nice details (my Hetchins Vade Mecum II is set up similarly, albeit with an AWC hub), but from the perspective of people who own Hetchinses, labeling your bike as a Hetchins is kind of a bad idea.
Posted over 6 years ago