British builder Ted James cut his teeth in the industry by building BMX frames to replace the frames he'd often break through hard riding. Now he imparts his offbeat style to a whole range of bicycle types.
Bespoked has grown into a major player in the resurgent artisan bicycles industry. Founder Phil Taylor talks about his impressions of the 2016 Bespoked and what he's likely to do for the 2017 event.
First an award winner at handbuilt bicycle shows on both sides of the Atlantic, now Tom Warmerdam of Demon Frameworks has designed a cycling and casual jacket that looks like a winner.
Inspired by bag designers for the flourishing US randonneuring scene, Jean Michel Timmermans decided to introduce European cyclists to the joys of American style bicycle luggage.
Bespoked is an international event with a distinctive British atmosphere. Anna Schwinn gives her impressions and finds some frame building gems on the floor of Europe's major artisan bicycle show.