Ride, don't run. Two separate people just clued us in to Bikeworks (www.bikecult.com) within 24 hrs. Despite the frigid weather today, we were glad, because we are in the market for a bike. Yeah. This is an endless resource. Just check out the Chain Wheel Archive. MGR
Severn Says: I found this online - it's an archive of curious antique bicycle parts. Maybe you need to be a bike nut to appreciate it, but isn't there something terribly wabi-sabi about an obscure old French Traction-Avant chain ring?
Jim says: Bikeworks is the best bike store in nYC because they have an appreciation for junky old bikes and don't just tell you to get a new bike. They welded together my grandma Dutch bike back together for $20. Wow. These guys are great.
We've had Marth Sturdy do pieces for a few clients. Beautiful work! Lots of colors and options - everything can be customized. It may be pricey, but for the craftmanship you get - well worth it.
i wouldn't reccomend bike works. they're cheap but the biggest pains to deal with. avoid.