Everest Track Bicycle Fact-File (3 of 5)

Wayyy back I wanted a track bike. That's a real track bike, not a ten speed conversion. I wanted something really good too. I had no idea what, but one day I went to a bike jumble in Canterbury or somewhere and came back with this frame. I had no idea what I was letting myself in for. It cost £160 and it was more than I was expecting to spend. The seller assured my it was good: I could see the lugwork looked fancy and the forks were round not oval. It felt damned light too.

The bike has a smooth, de-luxe feel to it when riding. ATM I have bull-horns fitted and it feels like flying a fighter-jet! If you asked me what my favorite bike is, it would probably be this.

At one point I retired it thinking it had served it's useful life. The Bianchi was intended as a replacement but no way as good. Long may the Everest Track Bike continue...