VeloBase.com
 Welcome to VeloBase.com - Your Vintage Cycling Database.
The goal of VeloBase.com is to provide a comprehensive database of vintage cycling knowledge for reference during everything from restorations to general maintenance to researching the cycling history through the equipment of the time. All of the content on the site was added by its members, truly making it the cycling community's database. Visit the FAQ & Help Page for more details about membership and how you can contribute to the site. The site is broken down into 3 main sections. One for vintage cycling Components, the next for Frames and parts of Frames, and the last for other miscellaneous content of Vintage Cycling significance. VeloBase.com is ever growing, changing, and improving - so be sure to check back often to see what is new.

 Component Database
Need to figure out what crankset you have or how many gears a derailleur will work with? The VeloBase.com currently has a collection of 3212 Components and is the largest collection on the site. The collection consists of components made from before 1900 through the mid 1990's. You can search by name below, or use one of our other Search features for a more refine the search criteria in other ways.
Component Name     
Standard Search   Visual Search   Parts Bin   Brand Directory
Recently Updated (Complete List)
Shifters: Shimano SL-7200, Dura-Ace EX03/18/2010 04:37 PM
Rear Derailleurs: Shimano RD-6300, 600 AX03/16/2010 03:46 PM
Pedals: Shimano PD-6300, 600 AX03/16/2010 03:44 PM
Brakes: Shimano BR-6300, 600 AX03/16/2010 03:42 PM
Handlebars: Cinelli EXA03/16/2010 03:29 PM

 Head Badge & Frame Parts Database
The Head Badge and Frame Part Database aims to help identifiy the builder, country of origin, age, and capabilities of a frame. Both collections consist of examples from a wide range of bicycles from all over the world and spanning nearly a century of cycling history.
Head Badge Brand     
Search Head Badges   Browse Head Badge Gallery   Brand Directory   Frame Parts List
Recently Updated (Complete List)
HeadBadge: Nishiki Headbadge03/12/2010 03:42 PM
HeadBadge: Canopus Headbadge03/12/2010 02:27 PM
Tube Sets: Reynolds 50-year Commemorative Decal02/21/2010 06:56 PM
Lug Set: Henry James n/a02/17/2010 05:06 PM
Lug Set: Columbus Chesini pantographed02/12/2010 10:15 AM

 Bicycle & Frames Database
Bicycles & Frames is the newest collection to be added to VeloBase.com, and aims to collect information on the vast number of vintage bicycles in hopes of preserving information on both their original specifications as well as representing how cyclists ride them today. This collection is currently under development and any feedback or suggestions are welcome.
Search Frame ModelsList Frame ModelsBrand Directory
Recently Updated   (Complete List)
Road Touring: JP Routens Course Amateur03/18/2010 01:55 PM
Time-Trial: (san) 3Rensho TEST103/05/2010 09:28 PM
Time-Trial: (san) 3Rensho Super Record Export - TT Funny Bike03/05/2010 11:46 AM
Road Race: Motobecane Team Champion03/03/2010 03:26 PM
Road Race: Raysport Super Corsa02/28/2010 12:11 PM

 Catalog Scans, Other Collections & Content
In addition to the larger collections, VeloBase.com also has a few smaller database collections including Vintage Tools and Team Jerseys. There is also a growing list of catalog scans hosted here and on other sites across the internet. There is also a Glossary of Terms, Links and Additional Resources, online tools such as a Gear Calculator and tool to calculate the front geometry of a frame & fork.
Catalog ScansTool DatabaseTeam JerseysLinks & Resources
ArticlesGlossaryReference ChartsGear Calculator
Recent Content   (Complete List)
Freewheel Tool: SunTour 03/11/2010 02:11 PM
Rim Cement: Mastice Gutta - Tubasti Extra02/17/2010 12:30 PM
Multi-Size Bolt Wrench: Unknown Manufacturer02/09/2010 08:19 AM
Catalog: SunTour Technical Bulletin #21 - Accushift02/15/2010 04:08 PM
Catalog: Peugeot 1970 Catalog (ZIPed JPG)02/10/2010 06:27 AM
Catalog: Fuji 1974 - US Catalog (ZIPed JPG)02/08/2010 11:25 AM









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