Klunkerz

Klunkerz

Released on
Documentary
Runtime
83 mins
(2 votes)

Long before the mountain bike entered our global consciousness, the cycling enthusiasts of Northern California's Marin County rode modified pre-WWII bicycles down the slopes of Mount Tamalpais. They developed their bikes through rigorous field-testing, often risking life and limb to do so. Some of these cyclists were Category-1 road racers looking for a new way to train during the off-season. Others were simply fun-loving hippies looking for a new way to commune with nature. Their early bikes were scavenged from dumpsters and junkyards. It was from these humble beginnings that a multi-billion dollar industry, a form of recreation for the masses, and an Olympic event, were born. These hefty steeds were affectionately known as Klunkerz.

Cast

  • Gary Fisher
  • Joe Breeze
  • Tom Ritchey
  • Charlie Kelly
  • Mike Sinyard
  • Wende Cragg
  • Alan Bonds
  • Otis Guy

Director

  • Billy Savage

Producers

  • Billy Savage

Screenwriter

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