Pete Michell heads to the Classic Bicycle shop in Pulteney Street, A sister shop to the Classic Bicycle shop in Melbourne's St Kilda, the craftsmen here can custom-build a classic bike to your personal needs and specifications. They specialise in authentic English and French designs which are basically 1920 roadsters, with a large wheel base and a very upright riding position. The Classic Bicycle Shop harks back to an era when life was simple and things were built to last.

The Classic Bicycle Shop
254 Pulteney Street, Adelaide
8232 3330
www.theindianbicycleshop.com