Here's a quick scan of the artistic photo of a nice selection of badges from my collection, that San Francisco photographer Kevin Twomey took for the Jan/Feb Bicycling Magazine. It's not easy to get good photos of head badges and he took a winner here that I thought you'd enjoy seeing (I only wish my scan was better. I've asked Kevin if I can have a photo so I can improve the quality of this online version). I am always looking for interesting and historic badges so if you run across any in your travels be sure to let me know.
Happy Holidays!
Jim
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3 comments:
Head tube badges = cool. Head tube stickers = cheap.
Very nice collection. I LOVE the Titanic. I wonder who named that one and if it was before or after that fateful day in 1912? Product naming is a daunting task. Each of these has a story, I'm sure. Thank you for sharing, Jim.
Thanks for the awesome comments Dan O and Velogirl. The best thing about all the modern handmade framebuilders and the handmade bicycle show is that a lot of the builders are bringing back head badges and that makes me very happy. There are some super cool ones too. And, velogirl, the Titanic is a complete mystery. I was extremely lucky to find it and haven't yet seen another one. But I can't find any information about it. I'm going to keep looking. I've heard that the town St. Etienne had quite a bicycle industry back in the day so someone in France may know the history. I too wondered if it came before the Titanic sank. I've never seen a Titanic bicycle but I can't imagine trying to sell it after the sinking. Thanks again for the comments. I'm glad you like the badges. Jim
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