{"product_id":"1950s-marcel-gobillot-french-cyclo-touring-bicycle","title":"1950's Marcel Gobillot French Cyclo Touring Bicycle","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis bicycle is a rare survivor from the \"Golden Age\" of French cycling, carrying the name of one of the country’s most respected champions: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003eMarcel Gobillot\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Man Behind the Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eMarcel Gobillot was a pillar of French cycling during the 1920s. An \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eOlympic Gold Medalist\u003c\/b\u003e (Antwerp, 1920), he was a specialist in the brutal \"Classics\" and a veteran of the legendary \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"183\"\u003e1926 Tour de France\u003c\/b\u003e. After retiring from the professional circuit in 1931, Gobillot remained a prominent figure in the industry, lending his name and expertise to a limited number of high-quality, hand-built machines like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nivex Innovation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWhat makes this specific bicycle a prize for collectors and designers is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003eintegrated Nivex derailleur system\u003c\/b\u003e. In the late 1940s and early 1950s, Nivex was the benchmark for engineering excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrame-Specific Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e The frame features a bespoke, brazed-on mount built directly into the rear dropout. Because the frame had to be designed specifically for this gear system, it marks the bike as a high-end, custom-order build rather than a factory-line model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFunctional Art:\u003c\/b\u003e The Nivex \"pull-pull\" mechanism is an industrial design icon, favored for its precision and its unique, sculptural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthentic French Aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eDating from the late 1940s to the early 1950s, this bike is a perfect example of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e\"Constructeur\" era\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s characterized by clean lines, hand-finished steel, and the understated \"M. Gobillot\" signature on the down tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eFor the interior-focused collector, it offers a rich, historical narrative. It isn't just a vintage object; it’s a functional piece of post-war history that represents the grit of the Tour de France and the elegance of mid-century French engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eStill with its original vibrant ruby red enamel with fine lining and beautiful M.Gobillot decals on the down tube. Mafac centre pull brakes with LAM levers, Ventose alloy pump, FB hubs with Huret quick release levers. PRYMA leather saddle. 700c wheels with fresh pressure tyres. The frame is 54.5cm ( 21.1\/2 inch). 8 speed gears via the rear Nivex gear and double front chainring\/ Huret hand gear changer on the saddle tube. \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eA beautifully preserved bicycle that has been in dry storage. So will require a service and overhaul to bring it back to the roads. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom a private French collection of fine artisan built bicycles. See the \u003ca title=\"Vintage and collectable bicycles at Gunn \u0026amp; Co\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gunnandco.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-antique-classic-bicycles-for-sale\"\u003eother bicycles\u003c\/a\u003e we have for sale from the same collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marcel Gobillot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53671989313863,"sku":"GN-2053-GUN","price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/2575\/0855\/files\/M.Gobillotracingbicycle19382.jpg?v=1775682199","url":"https:\/\/www.gunnandco.co.uk\/products\/1950s-marcel-gobillot-french-cyclo-touring-bicycle","provider":"Gunn \u0026 Co | Bicycles and Restoration. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}