The Sturmey Archer clutch appeared in 1921 with the introduction of the K series hubs. Earlier Sturmey Archer hub gears did not have a clutch but used a completely different method of engaging the various gears. This article covers all … Continue reading
Sturmey Archer sprockets can be a real problem on early (pre 1951) hubs. Early 12-spline and threaded sprockets are difficult to obtain and early threaded sprockets are difficult to change. I generally like to keep hubs in their original condition … Continue reading
Sturmey Archer spares are available from many different places but not many sellers or repairers will be able to match the spare part with the date of your hub. Functionally this isn’t really a problem as parts from early hubs … Continue reading
A rusty dynohub isn’t necessarily a dead dynohub. Magnets and armatures can often be freed off and working perfectly again with some WD40 and gentle persuasion. Don’t separate them though or they may never work again. Rusted chrome can be … Continue reading
Bicycle Wheels! I can’t move for Bicycle Wheels! I have a storeroom which is so full of bicycle wheels that I can’t get into it. I need to clear these as quickly as possible so I would like to invite … Continue reading
If you are offered a Sturmey Archer Dynohub that turns and you can feel a strong regular pulse, the chances are that it will generate electricity correctly and it will be worth buying if the price is low enough. If … Continue reading
I have been restoring some older Sturmey Archer Internals. I currently have two historic hub gear internals ready to fit AB or AG hubs. Sturmey Archer Internals Can Be Date Matched Pre 2000 A-series internals are interchangeable. A 1990s internal … Continue reading
When a bicycle needs repair often a replacement part will be required. A modern bike can be fitted with a modern part which is usually readily available. On an old bicycle it is often possible to get the bike back … Continue reading
I’ve just taken delivery of a very large consignment of used and NOS Sturmey Archer spares and complete hubs. I now have a large stock of Sturmey Archer AG,and GH6 hubs which can be supplied as received or fully serviced. … Continue reading
Sapim bicycle spokes and nipples are, in my opinion, the finest wheel building combination available. These spokes are made with the good quality stainless steel and are accurate and consistent in their quality. The “Polyax” nipple design is clever, simple … Continue reading
