This is a first: I was riding this bicycle when a police officer stopped me and gave me a ticket. A huge ticket! The reason was that my bicycle was missing a back brake, even tough my front brake was super strong and worked better than most brakes on other bicycles. After a short friendly talk with the officer, I got my first ticket ever. And I have been riding bicycles in the city for 20 years now! So three lessons to be learned here: First, always ride with two properly working brakes. Second, be aware of what's allowed and what's not. So, next time a police officer catches you doing something wrong, you just smile, pay the ticket and keep on riding. Third: Separate not educate! If the police tries to educate cyclists, it's a waste of energy and time. Cyclists need better infrastructure! I can highly recommend going to the critical mass events and show your support. It's crazy fun!

Now to this beautiful bicycle. After I've got the ticket, I thought okay, it's time to do it properly. I bought a couple of vintage Shimano Dura Ace brakes and installed them. Now, the pink beauty brakes like crazy and the police is happy too. Moreover, I added a new front basket, a new handlebar, new bar tape, new stem, new brake levers, new brake cables, new pedals and a new saddle. I was happy with the one gear this bicycle has, so I didn't change that. One gear doesn't sound like much, but it's the perfect one to get around town. This bicycle runs great and is definitely an eye catcher. 

Now, il a du chien!

Specification: Frame size - 59cm I Weight - 10.6kg I Gear - 1