Retro Ruche

Another mixte from The Old Spokes Home in Burlington, Vermont, courtesy of Chris M.
-Doohickie

1953 Ruch mixte

Ruche Mixte 1953

A "flying" chain guard with a derailleur is just such a cool look

The original owner of this bike purchased it in Paris and toured through southern France and the British Isles during the spring, summer, and fall of 1953.

Large rack in the front, with a smaller one in the rear

Note the 3 speed Cyclo rear changer.

3-speed derailleur

Le Simplex gear lever

This is the first Ruche I've ever seen

Thanks again, Chris, for sharing your bikes with us.
-Doohickie