In which Hackett and Cooper Bikes collaborate and Grey Fox has a good time

Recently Grey Fox went to a jolly event in Fulham at which Hackett and Cooper Bikes celebrated the launch of a collaborative range of bikes. There is a lovely traditional touring bike and a single-speed - both constructed from the legendary Reynolds 531 steel tubing and with Brooks saddles and lovely retro touches. Two commuter bikes with internal hub gears complete the line-up.

The day was a good introduction to the bikes, with various competitions including a time trial (won by yours truly), a bike polo match and a styling competition (most definitely not won by yours truly). I loved the touring and single speed bikes, which are well set-up for their respective purposes and look good enough for the gentleman of style who likes to work up the odd sweat for the good of his health.

For more information see Cooper Bikes website and Hackett London.

The Cooper/Hackett single-speed bike - beautifully chromed Reynolds 531 tubing

The Cooper/Hackett touring bike - traditional Cooper green enamelled Reynolds 531 tubed frame

Grey Fox losing the styling competition

Jeremy Hackett and one of his lovely Sussex spaniels