“BQ” magazine is black’n’white, personable in a scholarly way, and always jammed full of relevant bike lore and this huge issue is no different. This one is the biggest issue yet, at 76 pages. (I count the covers because it’s all good at “BQ.”)
This issue features a huge 26-page exclusive interview with the three living Jack Taylor Bicycles family members. It’s a wonderfully insightful chat with folks who’ve made a LOT of bikes, by hand, for a LONG time.
Also…
TECH: Frame stiffness and pedal stroke. We measured two riders’ power output on different frames. In a separate test, we compared frames made from oversize and standard-diameter tubing. We look at measuring frame stiffness and how to tell whether your frame is stiff or not.
TEST: Tout Terrain Silkroad
A German touring bike with integrated rack, Rohloff 14-speed hub and hydraulic disc brakes.
TEST: Toei Randonneur
An Japanese randonneur bicycle inspired by the great French constructeurs.
TESTS:
• Lumotec IQ Cyo LED headlight
• Schwalbe Marathon 650B x 42 mm tires
• SKF cartridge bottom brackets
*1983 Jack Taylor Tandem
A memorable ride on an amazing machine.
*Choosing a builder for your next custom bicycle. How to make sure your dream bike turns out exactly as you anticipate. Avoid the pitfalls that can lead to disappointment.
*My favorite bike, book reviews and much, much more.
https://www.vintagebicyclepress.com/vbqindex.html
