This weekend we are heading to Eroica Britannia.
Are you going to be there?
If you’re taking part on a Stan Pike (or have an interest in Stan Pike bicycles), please meet us outside the registration tent on Saturday 17th at 5pm. It’d be great to have a chat, compare bikes and a take a few Stan Pike group photographs.
Michael Bannon contacted me and said…
I rode Eroica 2015 with a friend on a 1982 Stan Pike tandem. Unfortunately we only got half way before a catastrophic front wheel failure sent us over the handlebars. I think this was secondary to a blowout, secondary to the front rim getting too hot from braking on one of the long descents. I bought the tandem two years ago in slightly tatty condition, did a service, only to find that the rear seat post was welded to the steel with corrosion. After mechanical methods failed I resorted to the caustic soda approach- which worked but stripped the paint, so I had it redone with new stickers. The frame was unscathed by the crash and I have had a new front wheel built using a NOS 27″ 48 hole rim on ebay.
Hope to finish Eroica next year – although my stoker might be less than keen – so I could be doing it on a different bike!
We’re hoping to gather as many Stan Pike’s together at this year’s Eroica Britannia – The Great British Adventure – from 19-21 June 2015.
If you haven’t heard of Eroica Britannia, it’s a three day festival of cycling in the beautiful Peak District. There are three rides to choose from (30, 55 and 100) – all for pre 1987 bikes only.
But it’s not all about the rides, there is fun for all the family. Three days of live music, entertainment, acres of shopping, the World’s biggest Bike Jumble and a Food Festival.
Last year’s event got brilliant reviews, and this year’s event looks set to be even better. So if you’re thinking about taking part (on a Stan Pike), please get in touch through the Contact Form. It would be fantastic to meet up for a chat and a Stan Pike photo opportunity.
Was Chris Davey (below) the only rider on a Stan Pike in 2014?
By the way, tickets are said to be selling like hot cakes. Don’t delay, buy today!
