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BITZER Velocommute Bike

[Sphinx Gold]

Bitzer; the purveyor of rugged luxury is designed and rebuilt from a classic collector’s 1950s Raleigh Roadster. With imageries of wild rides over sand dunes and sunsets, Bitzer is made for high speeds with a firm control. Fitted with the best vintage British, European and Japanese components, including a NOS Czech made coaster hub brake, a Brooks Swallow saddle together with a D-Shaped saddle bag, this regal roadster is ready to roar!

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TRUFFLE Velocommute Bike

[Chrome, Cocoa & Lipstick Red]

Truffle is everything exquisite and delicious. Dipping classic lines and proportions in warm, rich shades of chocolate-raspberry truffle and chrome, this vintage ride is the epitome of a city bike with a smooth velvety ride. Custom-restored using a 1960s Bridgestone Mixte frame, Truffle comes dressed with custom  handmade wooden fenders, 4-speed gearing system and Brooks leather.

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SHERBERT Velocommute Bike

[Chrome, Yellow & Tangerine]

Cruise through the streets on this ultimate summer velo - Sherbert! Fully restored and crafted from a 1970s Ishiwata racing frame, this ride has been redesigned and overhauled into a stylish yet formidable urban machine. Sherbert is composed of solid linear bands in custom chrome and yellow, dashing cream tyres and a dash of tangerine. This 4-speed ride comes dressed in Brooks leather gear.

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BRENT Velocommute Bike

[Mint Green & Chrome]

Brent is a solid, classic, dependable bike that is built using a meticulously restored 1940s 53cm Hercules Roadster frame and fitted with front and rear Sturmey Archer drum brakes, integrated 3-speed hub and the ever endearing stick shifter. Simply stunning.

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HEDFORD Velocommute Bike

[Morris Cream & chrome]

Hedford always commands a second look. This fully restored and re-engineered 1940s Raleigh Sport Bike exudes understated elegance. With fully reconditioned front and rear Sturmey Archer drum brakes, 3-speed cruising options, handmade maple wood fenders and a splash of dandy colourways, this georgous piece of steel art is your ultimate velocommute ride. Put on those Yakkays and classic boat shoes and you’re all set to go!

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HEIDI Velocommute Bike

[Celeste]

Heidi is your quintessential city bike that has been specially restored and custom-built from a rare 1970s Raleigh Ladies Loop Frame bike. It comes with our choice pick of parts and components that includes curved maple wood fenders, an original mint condition Sturmey Archer front and rear roller drum brakes, 3-speed gearing options and a double-spring Brooks saddle.

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n.4 CETIRI Velocommute Bike

[54cm frame, fixed wheel/freewheel]

[Dark Olive, Wood & Leather]

Custom built and restored! CETIRI is created from a 1970s collector’s BSA step-through frame. Inspired by mid-century modern classics, CETIRI is strong, sturdy, dignified and preppy.

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DANI Velocommute Bike

[52cm frame, coaster brake]

[olive grey & chrome]

A gentlemen’s companion to Maia velocommute bike, Dani is also restored and fabricated from a 1970s Tange frame that comes with a custom-made, converted vintage LED headlamp and an upright moustache handlebar.

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MAIA Velocommute Bike

[50.5cm frame, coaster brake]

[turquoise & chrome]

Ride along the charming riverside or to the park with Maia. Fully restored and fabricated from a 1970s Tange frame, Maia coasts on 700c tyres, double-spring Brooks saddle and simple lines that speaks of rustic Italian cycle chic.

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BELLA Velocommute Bike

[48cm frame, fixed wheel/freewheel]

[lavender & white]

Meander through the city with Bella! Whether it’s a spot of arts and craft buying or lunch at the local’s, Bella is your perfect companion. Take along that special four legged friend on weekends too.

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CAMELIA Velocommute Bike

[48cm frame, fixed wheel/freewheel]

[baby blue, white & yellow]

Cruise along the coast lines and beautiful riverside promenades with Camelia. With upright handlebars (for easy riding) and a wicker basket, get ready for those breezy afternoon picnic rides.

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TESSA Velocommute Bike

[48cm frame; 3-speed Sram with coaster brake]

[Vintage Gloss Black]

Tessa is Vanguard’s fully hand-built and custom-fabricated small frame city bike fresh from our atelier in Portland. Specially fitted with front and rear dynamo lights from Germany, 700c cruiser tyres, Danish style handlebars, and a fuss-free 3-speed internal geared hub with integrated coaster brake from Sram, Tessa is stylish, practical and a all-round city bike!

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ROBINSONS Velocommute Bike

[50.5cm frame; 3-speed Sturmey Archer]

[Vintage Gloss Black]

A rare piece of local history – the Robinsons Sport Bike was produced in the 1960s to 1970s by Raleigh for – you guessed it – Robinson’s Department Store in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Robinsons is re-conditioned and rebuilt as a Portuer-inspired delivery bike. While we kept the original decals, we fitted him with original vintage Sturmey Archer 3-speed hub and drum brakes, LED West German headlamps and outfitted with Brooks leatherwear. Long distance ride along the river on breezy afternoons here we come!

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SAXON Velocommute Bike

[50.5cm frame; coaster brake]

[Metallic Frost Bite]

Saxon is Vanguard’s re-interpretation of a Raleigh Lenton 1950s vintage ride. Fully-restored, meticulously overhauled and custom built, this super single-speed cruising machine has been re-designed with 700c Schwalbe Delta Cruiser tyres, custom cnc’d boardtracker chain ring, wood grain cork grips and a Brooks Flyer Saddle. Hand on tight as this baby rides hard and fast, laidback style!

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VITUS Velocommute Bike

[57cm frame, 10-speed]

[Vitus 979 Fluted Aluminium]

Vitus is a build with sleek proportions and reliable performance for longer urban commutes around town. This beautifully re-conditioned early 1980s Vitus fluted frame was used as a canvas for our creation. Custom re-built with choice components from our atelier, this ride now features period correct Dura Ace front and a 105 rear derailleur, Sugino Mighty crank set, MKS pedals, Tange fork, Araya rims and an ultra sleek Selle Italia leather saddle, ready to spin Otaku style!

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DANILO Velocommute Bike

[52cm frame, single speed/ coaster hub]

[Scuro Grigio/ Blu]

This is a beautiful machine that speaks of origins of the fixed wheel courier riding across town on cobbled streets with 50kg of goods to deliver at the crack of dawn. With its beautiful detailed lug work and headbadge, Danilo was meticulously restored and custom built from a 1930s Bianchi Sport Regio Brevetto. Galvanised and plated with chrome beneath the grey, Danilo now runs on ultra smooth 700c street tyres, Manta handlebar and a coaster hub brake.

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IRIS Velocommute Bike

[53cm frame, single speed/ coaster hub]

[Pastel Blue]

This particular build was getting quite a bit of attention even before its launch. Iris is a restored and custom-built Peugeot PH65 from the late seventies. Simple, sleek and minimal, Iris is fitted with chromed fenders, perforated chrome bar tape and a dash of daisy white onto the bike, Iris now runs effortlessly as a French single speeder.

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MASSA Velocommute Bike

[52cm frame, single speed/ freewheel]

[Eggnog Yellow]

Massa is a chic single-speed ride that has been fully-restored and custom-built from a 1970s Dusika Europa 5-speed city bike. Sporting some dapper fenders from Ghisallo, 27-inch Araya wheelset, custom wood grain grips, a B17 Flyer saddle, and a new coat of paint, Masa is now ready to roll!

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NINA Velocommute Bike

[48cm frame, single speed]

[Gloss Black & Chrome]

Nina is a classy bike with a 1970s N.O.S Ishiwata step through frame in sexy gloss black. Custom built as a soulful all about town ride, Nina now sports vintage chrome fenders, 700c tyres, a Brooks B18 ladies saddle as well as a handy Glenbrook saddle bag. Cycle chic is definitely here to stay.

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LAURENT Velocommute Bike

[52.5cm frame, 10-speed Shimano 600]

[Cream & Chrome]

Laurent is a sleek velocipede that has been fully re-conditioned from a Panasonic road bike from the 1970s. With a full overhaul while maintaining its original chrome work, Laurent now runs on an upgraded Shimano 600 gearing system, Delta Cruiser tyres, our very own Porteur inspired handlebar as well as a front carrier rack! 

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[PS. we love this bike so much we are keeping it for ourselves!]

CHARLOTTE Velocommute Bike

[54cm frame, single speed / freewheel]

[Chrome]

Charlotte is your quintessential city bike that has been specially restored and custom build from a 1960s Raleigh step-through frame. She comes with our choice parts and componentry including a vintage Bluemels hand pump, inverse brake levers and silver cables that are housed inside the handlebar to keep ‘things’ neat at the front ;) Fitted with smaller sized 26 inch tyres and a double spring brooks saddle, Charlotte is a smooth and manageable ride for all your weekend pursuits.

Price: SGD$2,250

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MERCREDI Velocommute bike

[50cm frame, 3-speed Sturmey Archer]

[Metallic Pearl Teal]

Mercredi and her owner – two lives running parallel, with common aspirations, restlessness, impassioned spirits and the love for the open road. Tuck deep within Vanguard’s atelier was a N.O.S 1970s Tange ladies frame. Mercredi was specially built into a lovely city ride. Dressed with similar N.O.S. parts and componentry from the 1970s for an authentic look and feel. With its delicate look and lightweight feel, Mercredi is ready to go the distance.

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Carnielli Europa Velocommute Bike

[50cm frame, single speed]

[Chrome]

Frame maker for Bottechia since 1926, Teodoro Carnielli’s frames were well known throughout the professional racing circle. Fully re-conditioned and modified into a single speed urban commuter, it now sports a Brooks Swallow saddle, Dia Compe brake levers and spins effortlessly on Mavic Cosmos wheels. Simple a joy to ride!

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BÉTON Velocommute Bike

[44cm frame, 5-speed Sachs]

[Vintage Gloss Black]

Clearly billed as an all terrain bike when it was built in the 80s, this little known L’egg bike has inspired even the biggest of Scandinavian bicycle companies today. Béton is fully reconditioned and custom build with a vintage Minoura carrier rack, Kenda Klaw tyres as well as a custom made handlebar. Key features includes Sachs hub gears, ultra rare Ritchey Logic brakes and a sleek internal shaft-drive. Though minimalist and practical in its approach, Béton is a fierce, hard-rocking beast when it hits the road.

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PINOT Velocommute Bike

[44cm frame, fixed wheel]

[Deep Purple]

Pinot is built as a fun utilitarian ride for the whole family. Fully handcrafted and painstakingly built to accommodate various rider size and weight, Pinot’s structure is designed around easy dismounting, stability and stress distribution. This little all terrain urban velo comes fitted with front and rear pannier racks, Brooks saddle, wooden grips and a Velo Orange handlebar. Pinot is also specially fabricated to roll on a unique setup of 20 x 3” rear tyre for all your load bearing needs and an agile and practically ‘bomb proof’ 20 x 2.1” front tyre.

Price: SGD$1,500

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