The spirit of Japan Bike Technique (JBT)
Unlikely to the general bicycle race, this event will competes for the skill of making bicycles. Professionals involved in bicycle manufacturing and sales will participate by making their own bicycles. We aim to provide a place for people involved in the manufacture and sale of bicycles who work hard and promote the development of technology related to bicycles. | ![]() |
History of Japan Bike Technique (JBT)
Japan Bike Technique is a new event born in 2019.
![]() | In France, “Concours de Machines” is held. (English : MACHINE ’S CONTEST) This tournament is planned and implemented by people involved in bicycle production. By competing for ideas and technologies for handmade bicycles, they contribute to the fostering of diverse bicycle culture. Overview of Concours de Machines ←Click |
Mr. Tsuchiya of “Grandbois” has participated in this Concours de Machines.
Mr. Tsuchiya witnessed that bicycle builders from France and other countries who participated in the Concours de Machines competed for various ideas and their practicality and durability, and strongly hoped that a similar competition could be held in Japan.
In this way, the first tournament was planned and organized by Mr. Tsuchiya. It was held as Japan Bike Technique 2019. JBT 2019 record ←Click | ![]() |
At the time of the event, We consider the characteristics of Japan’s climate and aim to find the best bicycle for Japan, and we emphasize it as an evaluation and scoring item. | ・Emphasis on weight reduction to reduce the burden on occupants ・Emphasis on reliability. ・Bagging is essential when mounting a bicycle on a train. ・Humid land (prone to mud stains). ・Points that tend to be large elevation difference routes. ・High ratio of general roads (coexistence with automobiles, etc.) ・Points that require carrying supplies (Carrying rain gear, food, tools, etc.) |
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