Subscribe Feed (RSS)A Pedersen, Perhaps?
May 7th, 2009 by Bill | Filed under Uncategorized.
I just found out that my old customer/friend David is in the Pedersen bike business.
The Pedersen bicycle was first patented in 1897. Over the years it has gone through ownership changes and periods of non-production but it seems like there is always someone who is intrigued enough by the design to take a chance with it. Design advantages include strength, light weight, and upright comfort.
David brings raw frames to California and modifies them to suit customers needs. He installs the components that make the most sense for the application. His company is Pedersen Bicycles. David is a true enthusiast and he promises that you will get plenty of attention wherever you go on a Pedersen.
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There used to be one in New Orleans; I'd see it occasionally, and I was always intrigued by it.
Your link is sadly incorrectly spelled. The PedersEn bicycle company can be found at http://www.pedersenbicycles.com/
I bought a Pedersen from Dave a few years back. It was for my wife and she loves it. The Pedersen is an extremely comfortable bicycle, and an incredible conversation starter.
Dave is super cool to deal with, very laid-back.
Bill F., Thanks for pointing out my mistake on the spelling. Apologies to anyone who got frustrated by the bum link.
I bought a Pedersen from Dave last year. The bike is wonderfully comfortable (far better than any other bike I've ridden), if a bit slow, because the upright riding position is inefficient for pedaling and increases wind resistance. However, sitting up high, where one can see and be seen, is IMO very advantageous for city traffic (I ride mine in Chicago). Dave is a great guy to deal with. He clearly loves these bikes and wants to share this passion.
Cool site, love the info.