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ask a busy man

not only have i marvelled at the skill and craftsmanship of richard sachs, i have had the temerity to pass on my admiration amongst those of you suffering from insomnia. those who regularly read these black and yellow pixels. there is no need for me to apologise for...
Get the ‘bro for the ‘bri atmo!

Get the ‘bro for the ‘bri atmo!

Manubro 4 Manubri is high quality leather handlebar wrap, hand-made by craftsman and die-hard cyclist Mick Peel of Busyman Bicycles in Melbourne, Australia. Previously only available by private commission, this product is made by appointment to Richard Sachs Cycles....

Local Artisan Creates Top Bikes

Some people like the finest in restaurants and others the finest in jewelry. For them, there is Tavern on the Green and Rolex. And then there are others who like the finest in bicycles. For them, there is Richard Sachs—a craftsman builder of lightweight bicycle...

A Stickler for the Perfect Bicycle

CHESTER—The façade of Richard Sachs’ workplace on Spring Street is unremarkable. What’s going on inside is not. In a small grey garage tucked away from the center, Sachs toils everyday building bicycles. Not just any bicycles. Contenders in the Olympics...

Turning Bicycle Building into an Art Form

Richard Sachs of Chester has a logical explanation of why he would rather build a bicycle than race one. “Some people like the equipment aspect of whatever recreational activity they’re involved in,” he said. Sachs, 31, started building racing bikes...