Small Upgrade for “The Clone”

Over the weekend (a few months ago now) I did a little upgrade on “The Clone”. When I originally bought the legend I did for a time wanted to get a rear rank for transporting stuff etc (this was before I discovered the Front bags).

Review: EBUYFIRE ultra Bright Smart Bike Tail Light

• The Legend & N+1 needed some backup rear lights and I opted for this little find on Amazon.
  
  
  

Review: Ergon GA3 Grips Mellow Yellow

Thanks to Brilliant Bikes we have our first upgrade to the Brompton BumbleBee Special Edition affectionately known as “N+1”

ERGON GA3 Handlebar Grips - Large - Yellow mellow

The ergonomic shape fits the contours of the hand and significantly reduced arm pump on long trails whilst the wing provides support to ensure the correct hand position preventing aches and pains.

• Carbon friendly CNC Aluminium clamps

• Replaceable bar end plugs

• Weigh approx 135g per pair

Super soft rubber compound for outstanding grip 

Increased contact face for optimised hand position to reduce aches

Uses: Trail riding, cross country, MTB-touring

Lock on clamp made from forged aluminium / CNC machined

Review: Brompton BumbleBee C Line Special Edition

Over the years the I have had a very close relationship with Brompton Bicycles. 

When I first saw the adverts for the then new BumbleBee Brompton initially I was surprised and honoured. I commented on it with “ I feel a disturbance in the force!” Which resulted in many likes & comments.

I can almost imagine the meeting at Brompton HQ:

“We had The Legend here a many years ago. We took DNA samples and has been on ice ever since. Cloning technology has come along way since that time.”

“Is it safe? Is it Ethical ?”

“Let’s do it!”

Yeah I know my sense of humour can be odd at times..

In late February 2023 I got a message though instagram from none other the Creative Director at Brompton Bicycle. At first I was very sceptical that it was a real message but I confirmed the message was genuine. I think at first I was thinking they where offering me to be put on the waiting list to buy the special edition but to my surprise it was confirmed that Brompton where just going to send me one.

After confirming the specs of the Brompton BumbleBee C Line we (The Legend & I) had a new addiction to the family. N+1 (temp name maybe) will probably be a perfect day ride bike (No rain).

• Mid bar
• BWR 6 speed
• Mudguards  

Nothing to fancy but I wish I went for the Electric version. It did take awhile to get to me cause as fast as Brompton could make them, people were buying them.

First Impressions:

It feels a lot lighter than The Legend. Probably different techniques in making it over the years so making it stronger and lighter in the process. Cause its lighter it feels abit more nimble.

New Bumble Bee from Brompton

 They say imitation is the highest form of flattery. 

Brompton has recently released a “Bumble Bee” Brompton C line (not sure I’ll get used to the new model codes). Brompton stopped the yellow paint a few years ago but now as been released again for the new line. Haven’t seen one in person to see if it’s the exact shade of yellow the legend is.   

From what I have seen the basic colour coordination is what I have been working on for many years with custom parts for the legend and perfected years ago. Black seat post, crank, wheel rims, spokes & brake callipers.

Looking forward to seeing one in the flesh and will give further thoughts afterwards. 

Remember folks, there is only one true legend…….


till the next ride, bee safe.....