VELOCOMMUTE

BIKES

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VIDA Velocommute Bike

[Metallic Mint & Caesar Bronze]

Vanguard’s single-speed Raleigh Vida is a fully restored and designed city cruiser, built around an early 1980s Raleigh Sports ladies’ frame. For all lovers of vintagent, this sleek and simple classic is fitted with a German coaster hub and a collage of French and British parts. An ideal café racer with matching shoes to boot, ‘Vida’ is all about bike advocacy with style.

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KANDINSKY Velocommute Bike

Chrome

With references from the sleek and minimalist styled bikes that ply the fashionable streets of Europe, Kandinsky is a gorgeous single-speed city cruiser that is fully restored and custom built with a rare 1960s Peugeot Mixte frame. Kandinsky is fitted with a rear German made coaster hub brake and a cushy leather saddle for the ultimate pleasure in city cruising.

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ZUCCA Velocommute Bike

[Lime Green, Avocado Green & Brown]

From the trendy streets of Tokyo and Osaka, Vanguard’s pick for this month is mini-frame, single-speed Zucca! Custom-built and fabricated with a brand-new, lugged 8-speed Bianchi mini-velo frame and coaster brakes, this super cool city commuter is easy to handle, fast and light! You might even churn those cheeky bar spins during beer runs or from an espresso too many!

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EMMA Velocommute Bike

[Celeste, Pearl White & Chrome]

Beautifully restored and custom-built with a 1950s single-speed original Hember Dutch Collector’s Classic frame, Emma is sophisticated, graceful and elegant. Fitted with balloon tyres, plush saddle, a headlamp, leather grips and coaster brake, you’re all set to go. Country riding or city cruising, this gentle steed will go the distance. Explore and have fun on this eco-vélo.

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CHLOE Velocommute Bike

[Violet, Baby Blue & Pearl White]

Chloe is a single-speed bike built with a 1970s Raleigh Ladies Sport frame. Fully restored and custom built, this chic city bike is smooth and cruise-y, is easy to steer and comes fitted with a coaster hub brake that is virtually fuss-free. Perfect for that lunch time commute in the CBD or to lazy Sunday brunches at your favourite cafe.

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limited-edition bicycles

NOORDERMARKT Velocommute Bike

[Pewter, Postal Red & Chrome]

We wanted a utilitarian ride that encapsulates form and function – a bike that is able to transport heavy loads, easy to handle and rides with comfort and ease. With references from chic mini-velos of Japan and the endearing ‘Short John’ delivery bikes of  Amsterdam, Noordermarkt is custom-fabricated from two city bikes and a BMX. Fitted with a maintenance free coaster hub brake and a low gearing ration for easy acceleration even on inclines, you’ll be rearing to load up your organic supplies from your local farmer’s market anytime!

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ISLINGTON Velocommute Bike

[Chrome, Baby Blue, White & Orange]

Sunday morning grocery trips will never be the same again. Commute on this restored beauty for an eco-shopping experience. Islington is built up from a 1960s single-speed ‘Hercules Roadster’. Running on 28-inch tyres and fitted with a safety coaster hub brake, Islington allows you to coast as you ride. With a good ol’ Brooks saddle, your Sunday shopping trips will be sunny and pleasurable.

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THISTLE Velocommute bike

[British Racing Green, Chrome]

Singapore cycle chic is here to stay! This fully reconditioned ‘Baby Dutch cruiser ‘ is one charming beauty.  Fitted with 26 inch English Threaded Tires, Thistle is a smaller more manageable scale of its parent Dutch cruisers. Fitted with a brand new Sturmey Archer 3-speed integrated geared hub and coaster brake, you’ll all set and ready to roll! Throw in a few bottles of vino along the way would you.

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CHARI Velocommute Bike

[Chrome & Bronze]

Chari – the bespoke epicurean bicycle – is specially restored and custom-built using an uncompromising 1960s Raleigh Sport frame and fork. Running on classy 26-inch tyres, Chari is dressed in Brooks Professional saddle and handle grips. Built with ‘new-old stock’ quality European and Japanese components for an ultra smooth single-speed ride, Chari comes ready with a rear safety coaster hub brake and a quintessential wooden crate.

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TILDA Velocommute Bike

[Opal Green & Chrome]

Tilda – the sartorial splendor on two wheels. Graceful and stylish in both its form and function, Tilda speaks of quiet morning rides along the river to your local café. This single-speed ride is custom-built with a restored 1970s Raleigh Tourist frame and fork. She comes ready with a carrier, vintage LED converted headlamp, a bell and Brooks leatherware.

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GEMMA Velocommute Bike

[Celeste, Crème & Mocha]

Of rolling hills and city streets, Gemma is Vanguard’s latest vélocommute creation. Chic et sexy en vélo urbain, Gemma is fully restored using a rare 1960s Raleigh Roadster frame and fork.  Specially fitted with 28-inch tyres, a reconditioned LED converted headlamp as well as a coaster hub brake, this classy steed will grace the streets with you for your morning coffees, afternoon teas and evening tapas. Hands on handlebars and let your journeys begin.

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SIENNA Velocommute Bike

[Vintage black]

Hand-crafted from recycled high-tensile steel, Sienna is built for load-bearing long distance commutes around town, as well as a perfect companion for both work and pleasure. Inspired by classic Dutch city commuters, Sienna is custom-designed with 700c rims, safety coaster hub brake and is fully dressed with a pair of new skirt guards, chain case as well as a double sprung leather saddle. 

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VOYAGE Velocommute Bike

[Polished Stainless Steel]

Our all-time favourite yet, Voyage is an all-terrain urban commuter that is specially restored and custom built in tribute to the Cobbled Classics of the Ronde van Vlaanderen and Paris-Roubaix races. Meticulously built using a 1960s Raleigh Superb Sport frame, Voyage comes fitted with original British parts and components. With a 3-speed internal geared hub and classic 26-inch English Threaded Tyres, this dapper steed is all about the endearing ride quality of a classic Vintage.

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VICTORIA Velocommute Bike

[Chrome & Maple]

Victoria is a classic beauty finished in high chrome and sleek handmade Maplewood fenders. Fully restored and built from a rare 1970s Raleigh Loop Frame bike, Victoria is all about easy commuting with a ride that is built to last a lifetime. This gentle steed comes specially fitted with a  custom-made wicker basket, reconditioned LED vintage headlamp, Brooks leatherwear as well as a rear safety coaster hub brake.

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GILES Velocommute Bike

[Buttercup yellow]

Giles exudes style and cycle chic for both parent and child. Giles is about easy mobility and comfort that takes you through the park or along the beach. Re-conditioned and built using a classic 1980s Dutch Frame, ‘Giles’ comes specially fitted with 28-inch tyres, front and rear brakes, original vintage Sturmey Archer 3-speed gear system, uncompromising Brooks leatherwear as well as an integrated bike rack and stand.

Option: wicker basket/child seat

Price: on request

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OLIVIA Velocommute Bike

[Avocado Green]

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A classic and super chic velocommute bike, Olivia is custom restored and built using a 1970s BSA Ladies Step-through frame that comes fitted with coaster hub brakes, handmade wooden fenders and Brooks leatherwear. This gorgeous single-speed ride takes you on leisure cruises along the river or city commutes.

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SHIRO Velocommute Bike

[Pearl White & Chrome]

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Clean and minimal with subtle hints of chrome and leather, Shiro is an ephemeral ride that was built with a 1960s Raleigh Roadster frame. Fitted with a baker’s basket and original vintage coaster hub brake, this urban velo speaks of urban cycle chic and dapper English stallion. Go the distance on a ride that’s built to last a lifetime.

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Étienne Velocommute Bike

[Chrome & Brown]

Inspired by British “club racers” and “all-rounders” of the 50s and 60s, Étienne is a durable, long distance urban commuter that is specially re-built and restored using a 1960s Raleigh Superb Sport frame. Étienne is fitted with a pair of front and rear Sturmey Archer drum brakes together and Sturmey Archer 3-speed gearing system with an original vintage stick shifter and external cable/pulley wheel. Whether participating in the l’eroica race or commuting to work everyday, Étienne will show you an unforgettable experience on a

velocommute ride.

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BSA PARATROOPER Velocommute Bike (BSA R7606)

[British Military Green]

From Vanguard’s private collection, the WWII BSA Paratrooper is an ultra rare and fully-stocked 1942 para-military folding bike. This exquisite museum-worthy piece comes with its authentic serial number, original British parts and components, including its front and rear brakes, wheel set, tyres, pedals, free-wheel, crank, and frame. One of the few (in full working and riding condition) in existence in the world today, this priceless find is specially released for all collectors and aficionados.

Price: on request

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