MEMORABILIA

Mantis Quill Chrome Stem: 1" x 130mm x 25.4mm - Tig/Fillet Brazed - RARE Vintage 1980's (EXC+)

Silly rare Mantis steel stem, handmade by Richard Cunningham in the 80's! This dropped originally with the composite XCR and then Valkyrie as an "update" to the Mantis triangular 3 bolt stem found on the original XCR, Sherpa, and maybe a well-equipped...

Moots Titanium Quill Stem: 1 1/8" x 140mm x 25.4mm - RARE Vintage 1990's (EXC+)

Super rare quill stem from Moots, circa early 1990's or very late 1980's. Moots threadless stems are everywhere, but their quill ti stems are rarely seen. You even see their steel Mountaineer stems more often! Perfect for your Moots YBB, Rigor Mortis,...

Bicycle Trouser Cuff Band: Italian Circa 1940's / 1950's - Steel

Rare mid century cuff to keep your pants out of your chain while riding. It appears in the 1950 Emille Bozzi cycling catalog (see images), and was likely made in the 1940's to 1950's. They became flimsy aluminum sometime in the 70's and shortly after...

NOS Bicycle Trouser Cuff Band: Italian Circa 1940's / 1950's - Steel

Rare mid century cuff to keep your pants out of your chain while riding. It appears in the 1950 Emille Bozzi cycling catalog (see images), and was likely made in the 1940's to 1950's. They became flimsy aluminum sometime in the 70's and shortly after...

Antique Bicycle Chainstay Bumper Protector Set: Pre War? Clamp On - Rubber & Steel

These rare pieces of bicycle history clamp towards the top of each chainstay and protect them when the bike is leaned against a wall or even laid down in a crash. They resemble a taillight from a 1950's or earlier automobile. I suspect these were used...

Phil Wood Rear Classic Road Hub Shell: High Flange - 32H - Silver (NEW)

Fresh road hub shell, sans any hardware.  This is for the Road Classic high flange, thread on freewheel  Condition  New, never laced.  Still has the blue transluscent plastic over the center.   Details 32H Silver

Salsa P10 DIRT DROP High Rise Quill Stem: 1" x 70mm x 26.0mm - 53 Degree - Black - Retro MTB (Near Mint)

The P7 (along with the 100mm P10) high rise stem is the iconic model that brought Jacquie Phelan and Charlie Cunningham's dirt drop craze (via the L.P. stem made famous on Jaquie's bike "Otto") to the mainstream.  Ross Shafer was the innovator, and...

ABL Amateur Bicycling League Waterslide Decal: Small - 1.5" x 2"

Lovely decals  from Amateur Bicycling League of America, which is the predecessor to the current USA Cycling. Condition New Details 1.5" wide x 2" tall

ABL Amateur Bicycling League Headtube Waterslide Decal: - 3"

Lovely decals  from Amateur Bicycling League of America, which is the predecessor to the current USA Cycling. Condition New Details 3" wide x 3 3/4" tall

ABL Amateur Bicycling League Patch: Embroidered - 3"

Lovely patches from Amateur Bicycling League of America, which is the predecessor to the current USA Cycling.l Condition New Details 3" wide x 3 3/4" tall

Early Schwinn Paramount Head Badge: Screws - 1930's 1940's - Brass (Near Mint Wonderful Patina)

This gorgeous headbadge came off a collector's 1939 Schwinn Paramount, just the second Paramount model ever after its introduction in 1938. The same brass badge was used both pre-war and post-war, though this one has the well-earned patina of 80...

Speedwell Headbadge: Early 1900's to 1920's - Gorgeous! USA / Australia

This badge and its origins are a bit of a mystery.  There are roughly three "Speedwell" bicycle makers: Speedwell of Australia made by Bennet and Wood, Emblem Speedwell of Angola New York, and the 1974 Speedwell Titalite which was the world's first...

Brooks Saddle Badge: 1940s 1950's - Brass - Sans Serif - Rivets (Near Mint)

Rare earlier Brooks rear badge, from the pre-war era into the 1950's. Maybe your early B-17, B-66, B-15, Sprint, etc is missing its badge or has a beat up one? Great piece for your display case too! Condition Near mint with very little wear. There is...

Hetchins Head Badge: Unpainted Alloy - 1940s 1950s 1960s 2nd Version (Near Mint)

This gorgeous original headbadge was the second version of Hetchin's badges, the first being a brass one. This one is made from Mazak alloy, and was used from the early 1940's all the way through the 60's.  They had various levels of enamel, some...

1995 Campagnolo Spare Parts Catalog: 9 Speed - Record O.R. (Near Mint+)

Product range catalog from 1995 Condition Near mint or better condition.  Cover has very light wear, pages are near mint.  Crisp colors and edges, no grease, folds, or writing on pages.     *U.S.A. Shipping costs can get...

1988 Campagnolo Chorus 1st Generation Gruppo Catalog (Near Mint+)

This catalog is the first showing of the Chorus 8 speed groupset, in 1988. This includes the unique Chorus RS crankset Condition Near mint or better collectors condition.  Cover has very light wear, pages are near mint.  Crisp colors and...

Campagnolo 1982 Olympic Catalog: BMX - Tools - NR/SR/GS (Near Mint+)

Old Campagnolo catalogs are both a great piece of memorabilia and an invaluable resource to identifying components and their respective gruppos.  This one is from 1982, released to prepare for the 1984 Olympics in Los Angelas.  It is the first...

Girvin Components Fork Decal / Sticker: 1990's - 3.5" x 1" (RARE)

 Cool Girvin forks sticker from the 1990s Condition NOS, mint  Details 3.5" x 1" Black and red

Noleen Fork Sticker / Decal: 1990's - 4" x 2" (RARE)

Cool 1990s sticker from Noleen forks that came on K2 Proflex full suspension mtbs Condition Great condition, though there's a crease down the middle from being folded. May disappear once it's stuck somewhere. Details 4 1/2" x 2 5/8" Red white...

High Zoot Carbon Components Sticker: 1990's - 4" x 2" (RARE)

  High Zoot of Tempe, Arizona was in the MTB carbon superbike market around 1996 and 1997.  High Zoot is known (barely!) for their three full suspension models, the High Zoot Stealth, Talon, and Conjo Rabbit.  They made an ultralight...

Ballistic Fork Decal / Sticker: Metallic! 1990's - 2" x 2" - Rad Space Ship Logo! (RARE)

Scarce original sticker from Ballistic forks.  Even if you don't know Ballistic, this is just a really rad sticker!  The logo is a spaceship over a planet with a "Ballistic" banner over it all. And its glittery! Condition NOS,...

Machine Tech Decal / Sticker: 1990's - 5" x 1 1/4" (RARE)

Scarce original decal from Machine Tech circa early to mid 1990's! Machine Tech was best known for their Zero Flex brakes, Power Claw hub, radical stem, etc.  This size would look killer on a chainstay or your top tube. Or, rock it on your...

Crystal Design Decal / Sticker: 1990's - 1 3/4" x 1" (RARE)

Scarce original sticker from Crystal Design circa early to mid 1990's! Crystal Design was  most known for their Power Brake cantilever, and they also produced Quick Grip bar ends & a chainring bash guard full of holes. This size was likely...

Mcmahon Racing Components (MRC) Sticker: 1990's - Round - 4" Diameter (RARE)

Scarce original sticker from McMahon racing circa early to mid 1990's! Rock it on your toolbox or car or display case! Condition NOS, mint Details 4" diameter

1990's Paul Component Sticker: Large 10" x 2.5" - Hard to Find!

Rare early Paul sticker in a large size! Paul changed to the current round logo stickers in 1999 (confirmed by Paul himself).  This size would look killer on the downtube of your Paul Powerglide derailleur, Stoplight or Crosstop brake, Fire Balls...

NOS Ernesto Colnago Signature Top Tube Decal: White - For Super / Mexico / Master

Signature decal for your Colnago's top tube! This appears to be an original from the 1980's and early 1990s Condition Near mint, new Details White  8cm x 3cm (at widest/tallest points)

Colnago Mini Race Flag / Banner: Vinyl - 11" x 2 1/4" - L'Eroica Swag

Cool little flag thingy to accessorize your Colnago for L'Eroica or other bike shows! If anyone knows what exactly this is / how it was used, please contact me and I'll update the listing Condition Near mint. Just a few very minor scratches and...

NIB/NOS Colnago Headband / Sweatband: White + Clover WCS Logo - 1980's Early 1990's - L'Eroica Swag

Lovely head band to accessorize yourself on your Colnago! Great period piece for L'Eroica! Condition New in package Details White

NOS Alex Singer Cycles T.A. Water Bottle: White w/Red (Sold Individually)

Gorgeous genuine bottles for your Alex Singer randonneur or racing bicycle!  These are made by Specialties TA.   Condition New old stock, pristine!

Schwinn Reporter Newsletter Set in Binder: 1971 + 1972 + 1973 - 36 Editions

The Schwinn Reporter newspaper came in the mail to bike shops every month, and provided the shops with invaluable information related to when new catalogs were coming out, Schwinn racing team info, new models, rushes of new Schwinn dealers and...

NOS Campagnolo #743 Track Lockring: FREAK UNTHREADED Collector's Item - Steel - <C>

Talk about a weird rarity! This appears to be a Campy error part, a track lockring the factory forgot to thread!  Perhaps it was an error, or perhaps it was a lockring "blank" and it just never made it to the threading station in the workshop. ...

Campagnolo Grasso 10-N 500g Grease Tub: 3/4+ Full - 1980's C-Record Era - RARE!

This is arare 500 gram white jar of Campagnolo Grasso-10-N grease from the mid to late 1980's "C-Record era".  Even back in the day, this would have been so cost prohibitive that only pro bike shops that do a large quantity of Campy builds would...

Antique De Marchi Madison Track Shorts: Sz 4 - Wool - Quilted Rear - Jamming Tool - 1940's 1950's 1960's - Deerskin Chamois (Mint)

These are a preserved slice of track racing history!  These are called Madison shorts or 6-day shorts. They have a thick pad protruding from the left hip that was a "jamming tool" that your riding partner would grab to sling you forward to ride...

Detto Pietro Art. 12 Leather Cycling Shoes: 40 EU - Black Leather - Vented - Leather Sole

Classic pair of leather cycling shoes for your next L'Eroica ride, or a display piece in your shop or bike room! These date to the 1960's or even earlier.  Both soles and insoles are leather. Condition New old stock in original box, never...

Early Lyotard Ref 669 Dust Cap: 1930's / 1940's - Knurled Edge Flat Head Slot - Course 460 / 240

This is a dust cap for the first gen Lyotard pedals from the 1930's and 1940's.  VERY scarce piece of Lyotard history. Condition Plenty of patina and tool wear to match the average patina on pedals this old, but perfectly usable.  Inside is...

1950's Normandy High Flange Hub Shells: Round Holes - Polished Alloy - 40H / 32H (Near Mint+)

Very rare 1940's through very early 1960's Normandy hub shells!  These have the round holes, identifying them as early model.  They changed to kidney shaped cutouts around 1962.  These were the same hub as the BH/Airlite RaceLite hubs,...

Campagnolo Gran Sport Cottered Bottom Bracket Spindle #750: 1950's 1960's - 127mm x 70mm Italian (EXC+)

This RARE and collectible Campy spindle was part of the #1047 Gran Sport cottered bottom bracket that was made from roughly 1958 to 1965.  It would make a killer gift for the Campy fan who already has everything!  Campagnolo never made a...

Reynolds SMS Steel Tubing Button: "I'm The Sporty One" - Advertising from Trade Show - 1980's

This button was handed out at trade shows such as Veloswap and the NYC Bike Show to advertise the Reynolds SMS tubing, whatever it is.  The internet can't really agree what it is, though some forum posters suggest it's straight gauge 0.8mm tubing...

Staiger Bicycle Fender Ornament: 1950's German - Steel

This is a fender ornament from a 1950's German bicycle, a tribute to the detailed hood ornaments of 1950's automobiles Condition Exceptionally clean, with a lovely light patina!

REG Bicycle Reflector: Red - Vintage 1960's 1970's - Alloy Back - L Bracket

Shiny and pretty reflector from REG of Italy.  Likely 1960's to 1970's. Condition Excellent shape! Reflector part is very clean with no cracks or fading, back is clean, edges have some finish patina.  

NOS 1972 Ti-Raleigh Professional Racing Team Cycling Cap: White/Red/Gold - RARE Collector's Item - Early Team History

This appears to be the exact same hat the Ti-Raleigh racing team wore in their first year, 1972, as shown here in their team photo. One could speculate it was a cap made for the team but never made it to service.  It is a high quality cap,...

NOS Ritchey Z-Max Megabite Cycling Cap: White - Vintage 1990's - RARE Collector's Item

Original cycling cap from the legendary American framebuilder & innovator, Tom Ritchey!  One could speculate this was a promotional cap Ritchey gave out while advertising his Zmax tires in the early 1990's.  Or, it could be a one-off...

NIB/NOS Campagnolo Grasso 10-N 1000g Grease Tub: Sealed! - 1980's C-Record Era - RARE!

This is an absurdly rare UNOPENED 1,000 gram white jar of Campagnolo Grasso-10-N grease from the mid to late 1980's.  Even back in the day, this would have been so cost prohibitive that only pro bike shops that do a large quantity of Campy builds...

Colnago Hoskar San Marco Era Embroidered Leather Saddle: Black / Yellow (Near Mint+++ LOW Miles)

Lovely smooth leather saddle with embroidered Colnago and Hoskar logos, circa late 1990's to early 2000's.  Quite rare Condition This is either VERY lightly ridden, or a NOS take off with a couple spots of shop wear.  There's a couple spots...

Ciocc Panto Campagnolo Nuovo Record Downtube Shifters: Braze-On - Flying C + ITA Stripes #1013

Campagnolo NR/SR DT shifters with a classy Ciocc "C" logo pantographed on each lever, along with the Italian Flag color stripes.  Perfect upgrade for your Ciocc San Cristobal, Mockba 1980, or Designer 84'!  The lever blades were lightened by...

Manitou Suspension Forks Sticker: 2x4" - Red - Heavy Vinyl

Nice quality sticker from one of mountain bike history's early suspension fork makers.  Condition New Details 4" long x 2" high

Shimano Dura Ace AX Aero-Dynamics Decal Sticker Set: 3 Piece

Set of three decals from the DA AX groupset. I think the big logo decal is for a toolbox or something as it's too big for a bicycle's tubes.  The rectangle ones read "Aerodynamic series from Shimano's bicycle System Components", and I believe they...

1950's STEEL Campagnolo Gran Sport Seatpost: 25.0mm - 2nd Year 1957 - Chrome - RARE

This exceedingly rare early Campy seat pin is a 1957 Gran Sport.  The first year it was shown in catalogs was 1956, though nobody has ever seen one.  If you are restoring a 1950's Bianchi Tour De France, Campione Del Mondo, or countless other...