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Special Bicycles Bicycles and Equipment

Boutique Bicycle Manufacturers – The Ultimate List (SO-SP)

Here is the list of the boutique bicycle manufacturers, ordered by their name (starting with SO-SP). If you want to find a unique bike that fits your personality, review this list.

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Races Stage Races

The last stage of the Tour of Turkey 2014

Today it was the last stage of the Tour of Turkey 2014 (Istanbul-Istanbul), the 50th edition of the race. I went to watch the stage.

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Races

From London to Istanbul: the “Transcontinental Race”

The Transcontinental Race: Europe’s longest, toughest, single-stage unsupported bike race, from London to Istanbul. Riders will cover a minimum of 2000 miles and a mountain checkpoint will take you high into the Alps.

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Special Bicycles Bicycles and Equipment Cycling and Music, Cinema, Art

Sedona Istanbul

Sedona Istanbul is a concept road bike produced by Turkish bicycle manufacturer Sedona. Artworks on the frame are drawn by Aydan Çelik, a friend of mine.

The artworks on the frame are some historical and cultural details of Istanbul: buildings, boats, bridges, etc.

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Hors Catégorie Races

Road Cycling in Istanbul

More than a year ago, I wrote another article also titled “Road cycling in Istanbul” for the site for-cycling.com. Some good people reached me using the contact info in the article. Some others asked me some questions about cycling in Istanbul and I tried to guide them.

So I decided to write another article, and include it some frequently asked questions, and some photos of me and my friends.