Burlesque Act needs Classic Bike Sponsorship
10-03-11, 01:26 PM
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Without being able to look (at work), can I ask what era and region is your performance based on? I think I get what you're going for.
If it was '60s mod, I'd go Raleigh or another of the British bikes.
But if you're talking rockabilly, I would go for something 40s or 50s from a US maker like Schwinn. There are some other classic inspired models from current manufacturers who might be of interest too, but if authenticity is what you want this is the place.
If it was '60s mod, I'd go Raleigh or another of the British bikes.
But if you're talking rockabilly, I would go for something 40s or 50s from a US maker like Schwinn. There are some other classic inspired models from current manufacturers who might be of interest too, but if authenticity is what you want this is the place.
10-03-11, 01:28 PM
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You're right. I'm just a C&V square. You should mention the modern companies producing these typs of cruisers. I think she's looking for a business relationship, not just a bike.
10-03-11, 01:30 PM
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Josephine,
I don't think this is the correct forum for your post as we don't have very many manufacturers here.
I'd suggest possibly writing to some of the smaller companies with a more 'liberal' bent and attitude,
somehow I just don't see Trek sponsoring this kind of event.
I don't think this is the correct forum for your post as we don't have very many manufacturers here.
I'd suggest possibly writing to some of the smaller companies with a more 'liberal' bent and attitude,
somehow I just don't see Trek sponsoring this kind of event.
10-03-11, 01:35 PM
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I think Linus in NYC is the best match. They make roadsters/cruisers and, IMO, are after the crowd you're performing for. They're also aggressively expanding.
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10-03-11, 01:42 PM
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You are right. Modern companies like Electra make some pretty retro looking bikes. That might be one prospect.
BTW, I'm not a fixie hater. I like them. And I'm wearing skinny pants today too. The MGMT record was pretty solid as well.
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As in interesting sidenote, this thread is growing faster than any other I've noticed in the brief time I've been hanging out here.
10-03-11, 01:51 PM
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That is because... The appeal of a naked woman is universal.
I am getting some really helpful suggestions, thank you. Linus and Peter Weigle are just gorgeous. I can't believe someone like Peter Sachs exists. And, the lovely bicycle blog is an inspiration.
It is true, I am looking for a business partnership. I would like to be a kind of "corporate ambassador" for a bicycle company interested in having their bike and company insignia on Burlesque stages across the country. Besides, bicycling is already sexy. Bicycle Burlesque is just the next logical step
I am getting some really helpful suggestions, thank you. Linus and Peter Weigle are just gorgeous. I can't believe someone like Peter Sachs exists. And, the lovely bicycle blog is an inspiration.
It is true, I am looking for a business partnership. I would like to be a kind of "corporate ambassador" for a bicycle company interested in having their bike and company insignia on Burlesque stages across the country. Besides, bicycling is already sexy. Bicycle Burlesque is just the next logical step
10-03-11, 01:54 PM
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I agree that a balloon tire bike, like the Schwinn panther shown above are probably what your
looking for as opposed to say a classic lightweight 10 speed. Personally, I'd stay away from the
fixed gear hipster crowd, it would box you in too much with a given image (i.e. skinny black jeans,
emo look etc.).
hmm, maybe a Merlin Newsboy?
looking for as opposed to say a classic lightweight 10 speed. Personally, I'd stay away from the
fixed gear hipster crowd, it would box you in too much with a given image (i.e. skinny black jeans,
emo look etc.).
hmm, maybe a Merlin Newsboy?
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That's hard to argue with. At least *I'm* not going to argue with that statement.
My wife has a Linus Mixte... Sweet bikes and they seem liberal enough for a business relationship like you seem to be looking for. Weigle's a builder... Who knows? Your comment on Sachs nearly put me on the floor with laughter! And I do get stoked seeing a nice looking lady on a bike... or off a bike too, now I think about it. 
I am getting some really helpful suggestions, thank you. Linus and Peter Weigle are just gorgeous. I can't believe someone like Peter Sachs exists. And, the lovely bicycle blog is an inspiration.
It is true, I am looking for a business partnership. I would like to be a kind of "corporate ambassador" for a bicycle company interested in having their bike and company insignia on Burlesque stages across the country. Besides, bicycling is already sexy. Bicycle Burlesque is just the next logical step
It is true, I am looking for a business partnership. I would like to be a kind of "corporate ambassador" for a bicycle company interested in having their bike and company insignia on Burlesque stages across the country. Besides, bicycling is already sexy. Bicycle Burlesque is just the next logical step
10-03-11, 02:07 PM
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10-03-11, 02:11 PM
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Google the phrase "cruiser rat rod chopper lowrider bicycle" or some combination and you might find a match.
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I think you should avoid the pricier brands and customs. I don't mean to be snobbish, but 20somethings can't afford the bikes on lovely bicycle or j p weigles. I think you'd have better luck with Linus because they're targeting hip 20 something commuters.
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I think mixtes with skirtguards when I think burlesque. Seems like Velo Orange abandoned mixtes. Sweet Pea makes psuedo mixtes but they're kinda pricey.
For the Rockabilly angle, rat rods all the way. Maybe even lowrider bikes. That's more of a localized thing, though. I know some decent lowrider dudes and they know some ratrod bike dudes here but I dunno if they'd be down for shipping bikes across the US and all that.
For the Rockabilly angle, rat rods all the way. Maybe even lowrider bikes. That's more of a localized thing, though. I know some decent lowrider dudes and they know some ratrod bike dudes here but I dunno if they'd be down for shipping bikes across the US and all that.
10-03-11, 05:17 PM
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