Bridgestone XO-1: 30-year dream becomes reality
Nov 10, 2023
I have been a devoted fan of Bridgestone Bicycles ever since I acquired my first one in the early '90s. Over the years, I've amassed a collection of more than a few bikes, including a few Bridgestones. From the outset, I've been on the lookout for a Bridgestone XO-1, but despite encountering a few examples, I never had the chance to make one my own. Everything changed recently, thanks to my friend Justin. I put together a video to tell the story of how I acquired the Bridgestone XO-1 and the process of restoring it and making it my own.
Build:
Frame: Bridgestone XO-1 55 cm
Hubs: Handsome Cycles
Rims: Velocity Dyad
Tires: Rene' Herse Rat Trap Pass 26 x 3.2
Bars: Nitto Albatrose
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore XT 3x7
Shifters Shimano Deore XT
Brakes: Shimano Deore XT
Cassette: 7-speed
Pedal: Vintage Rat Trap
Saddle: Brooks
Grips: BurgTec
