I went to Singapore's Shimano cycling world, irresistible for bicycling

Turning the pedal and running through all the way makes it hard to forget even the bad things. Is not that something like that? An unprecedented bicycle boom has arrived in Japan. There was a mistake-free facility in Singapore that such bicycle love will be throbbing.

Hello, I returned from backpackers to CharidaTakuya Sudo @ circle around the world bicycle @ Charridermanis. Well "I used to like bicycles from a long time ago" is asked, "Since I want to travel" is the means of transport I chose before, it is not so. Still, if you live together like everyday you will also acquire attachment. It will be detailed as well. That's why, in SingaporeShimano cycling worldI bounced my heart.

◆ Singapore · Sports · Hub
National stadium, multipurpose gymnasium, sports complex in Singapore from underwater competition facility to shopping mall "Singapore · Sports · HubThere is a Shimano cycling world in one corner of the place called. I can also access it by MRT (subway), but I dropped by pottering after a long absence because I collected folded bike that I had deposited.

Shimano cycling world in Singapore is here


National stadium with opening and closing domes completed in 2014


There are only sports facilities and a bicycle parking lot.


Just a tennis competition was held and events were held according to it.


Vehicles reminiscent of Segway at the entrance of the tourist information


People enthusiastic about the climbing wall that was in the shopping mall


◆ Shimano cycling world
Even if you do not know the company Shimano, if you've ever ridden a bicycle in Japan you will be indebted to somewhere. From high-class road bikes exceeding 1 million yen to maamari in our home center, we supply parts evenly to anything as long as it is a bicycle. Shimano, headquartered in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, is the world's largest bike parts manufacturer. It is also famous as a fishing tool manufacturer.

Shimano launched in Singapore with the aim of developing bicycle culture in Southeast Asia and improving its own brand value was "Shimano Cycling World" exhibition facility. It is a facility that I have just opened as it opened on 25th September 2014. Sometimes I stayed at an inn where bicycle lovers gathered, and I was told that "There are such facilities."

Entrance with SHIMANO logo


As soon as you enter, objects with a lot of wheels and chains will welcome you.


It was an inorganic but artistic object


Chains and wheels in Singapore's "Shimano cycling world" circle around - YouTube


The place near the entrance is an area where you can relax in a warm atmosphere.


There were various goods which tickled the bicycle spirit here also here.

Tools surrounding frame and wheel


The component set of the highest grade "Dura Ace" in Road Bikes has a dazzling light.


Although it is not Shimano, leather saddle of British manufacturer "Brooks" was exhibited. Leather is familiar with the buttocks so much to use, it is a famous manufacturer with many loyalists because the own saddle is completed. I was using it for a period of touring.


A helmet decoration that asserts Japan abruptly is a gifts of Mr. Orgue Cavebut who handles bicycle supplies mainly on helmets.


The road bike that was connected to the LCD TV is the state-of-the-art atmosphere of technology.


There were all kinds of books on the bicycle on the bookshelf. It is contents related to a bicycle up to a picture book for children.


I also found Japanese magazines


◆ Shimano Technology
As Shimano only operates, we do not forget PR of our products. A place a little far from the entrance, the results of Shimano research and development were introduced together with the animation.

Stylish and cool exhibition space.


The following things were introduced, and I realized Shimano's technical ability to make a great contribution to the development of bicycles again.

Here, we introduce the transition of transmission mechanism in mountain bike.


There is a transmission named Samshifter which is attached to mountain biking ago ago. Use your thumb as your name suggests.


The exhibit was the highest grade XTR in Shimano's MTB and was a motorized firebolt shifter. Actual operation is also possible, but because it is a luxury goods which makes nearly 20,000 yen by just one side shifter, it will be nervous even to touch it. The change that switches instantly with a click is pleasant.


The normal shifter is pulling the wire manually, but in the electric type, there is no wire and all is automated. There was a futuristic world in which the current use gear is displayed on the liquid crystal.


In the same way, we will also introduce the transition of transmission mechanism in road bike. You can experience the difference between the down tube shifter (left) and the state-of-the-art dual control lever (right).


There was also introduction of the Hollowtec II where the right crank and the shaft were united. One generation ago, the bottom bracket such as a square taper or octalink and the crankshaft were unitized, but if it is converted into a hollow tec, the rigidity will increase and the loss of power when turning the pedal will also decrease. Sensation that turns forward as forstanding force is too steep. Instead of removing the pedals, I started pulling out the crank, which made it easier to travel around the journey.


Cross sectional view of XTR crankset (FC - M 9000). The interior of the crank has also been hollowed out for weight saving.


It is an introduction of 11 speed built-in hub of model number SG-S700. Because the built-in hub is lightweight and does not require maintenance, it is an item that some people use for long-term overseas touring, but this format is for GermanRolovThe famous manufacturer is famous. I did not know that Shimano is making it.


The built-in hub shift can also be experienced.


I remember only the abbreviated SPD, but exactly it is a word that connects the initials of the word "Shimano Pedaling Dynamics". By attaching metal fittings like cleats to the shoes and fixing them with the pedals, we will change the transmission of force to a smooth one. I have been using it since 2010, but now it is one of the items indispensable for my bicycle journey.


It was also possible to compare the steel rim (1353 g) and the cutting edge carbon rim (483 g). The heavy steel like stone and light carbon like a feather, weight difference of 870 g was great.


◆ Bicycle Collection
Various kinds of bicycles were displayed in the facility. You can pull out the bicycle so that you can draw out the drawer drawer. There was a curtain like rail on the ceiling. From rare bicycles that feel the age to the latest bicycles loaded with state-of-the-art technologies, you will surely be watching people who like it.

Bicycle illustration and explanation


Inside like this, a lot of bicycles were suspended.


Here is such a bicycle.

Safty Bycycle


This is Japanese in "Safety bikeIt is a bicycle called. It was common until thenPenny FurgingThe bicycle with the pedal attached to the huge front wheel called the high center of gravity by all means, there was a risk of serious injury when falling down. To overcome these drawbacks, safety bicycles make the two wheels the same size and drive the rear wheels through the chain. When it is sold in 1885, it is very popular and it is the mainstream of bicycle at a stroke. Its shape was something that is familiar to modern bicycles.


3 Rensho


This is a Japanese-made bicycle which frame builder handmade made. The origin of the name is that you can win the championship at the bicycle race by qualifying, semi-finals, winning 3 consecutive victories (3 Rensho). It is now a valuable rare bicycle manufacturer who can obtain it. The prototype exhibit that pursued aerodynamics was a frame shape that I have not seen before.


Road Bycycle (Kenneth Tan)


This is a bicycle that was used from 1989 to 1990 when Singaporean cyclist Kenneth Tan was enrolled in Shimano's racing team. The car body has a long ago atmosphere. He is the most outstanding cyclist in Singapore and has won several medals at the Southeast Asian Games and Asian Championships.


Giant (Denis Menchov)


In Italy's famous bicycle race "Giro d'Italia", the body which Denis Menchov who won in 2009 was riding was decorated.Giro d'Italia in 2009Although it was the 92nd time, it was a commemorative event that was the first annual competition to the 100th anniversary. Giant of the car body is one of the world's leading bicycle manufacturers established in Taiwan, it is a so-called modern road bike.


Cross Country Trail Bicycle


This is a bicycle for cross country which corresponds to bad road such as mountain road and forest road. It was composed of front and rear suspension and front and rear disc brake.


In the corner of this corner there was a decorated art with various bicycles, which I wanted to bring as a poster and return home.


Discovering a touring bike


A bicycle with a cargo seems to be useful as well


In this way, it was a well-reserved exhibition facility. Entry fee is free for the moment though there is only this content. If you are a bicycle lover, you can absolutely enjoy it, so please have a chance if you have the opportunity. It was a wonderful place with a deeper understanding of bicycles.

(Sentence / photo: Takuya S. Narou Charriderman
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