Sometimes we get a little nostalgic about old road bikes and what they offered to the world. In this day and age simple steel frames brandishing local names and aluminium wheels feel like a far cry from what is available to buy today. So, tech writer Simon Smythe took a trip down memory lane to reminisce on some of his favourite things about old road bikes but also a few things which he doesn't miss as much!

00:00 - Intro
00:17 - The Classic Looks
01:13 - The Feel Of Steel
02:11 - Local Names
02:47 - Standards
03:32 - Simplicity
04:15 - Rim Brakes
05:09 - Skinny Tyres
05:56 - Aluminium Rims
06:33 - Price
07:17 - Longevity
08:17 - Toe Clips And Straps
08:55 - Big Gears
09:27 - Downtube Levers
10:04 - Outro

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