I had been looking forward to the 2010 North American Handmade Bicycle Show (NAHBS) and now the images are finally beginning to show up on flickr and various cycling websites. Lots of beautiful bicycles, with Randonneur and Porteur aesthetics looming large. Another theme I've noticed is the prevalence of floral designs, especially in accessories. Have a look:
[image by sleepyneko via flickr] This handmade rack with a leaf motif is from Banjo Cycles and part of a matching front and rear rack set. These must have taken a long time to make!
Front rack with wooden inlays, on a Yipsan Cycles mixte.
Some custom "tree" headbadges by Poka Cycle Accessories. Love the look of enamel paint on these.
Also Lilly of the Valley headbadges.
And check out this beautiful chainguard, also by Poka. I would love one of these!
[image by sleepyneko via flickr]
Fleur de Lis lug/sleeve on an A.N.T Scorcher.
[image by thebicycleescape via flickr]Bamboo frame with floral motif. This is a Bamboosero bicycle made by Bikeys in New Zealand, the floral artwork done by a Maori artist.
And these magnificent floral details are by Velocolour (check out additional details here).
And these magnificent floral details are by Velocolour (check out additional details here).
Looking at the popularity of floral designs at NAHBS this year, I wonder whether it reflects a growing female customer base for bicycle builders. Or perhaps these are just as popular with men. What do you think?
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