Duration: 71 minutes
Format: PAL
Aspect ratio: 16:9 - Widescreen

The story of how one man with a brilliant idea and a dogged determination spent years battling through a sceptical corporate jungle to bring the world a design so ingenious that it changed the way we think about urban transport and became an international design icon.

We discover exactly how it all happened from the people that were there. From humble beginnings in a bedroom workshop set up by a small group of university friends, to a multi-million pound, award winning manufacturing business.

Watch this documentary film and you'll never again regard the Brompton as just a quirky little bike, but a symbol of how extraordinary success can be achieved through adversity.

Brompton reference: QZBHDVD01

 

About Brompton :

In 2010 Brompton produced 28000 bicycles (75% for the export Market) and are now the UKs largest bicycle manufacturer.

At the heart of the company is making a bloody good bike - says MD Will Butler-Adams. We don't need to say more.

The Brompton timeline

2012
Brompton launches the H type with a higher ride position and Mini Ortlieb bags 

2010
Brompton receives the Queens award for international trade and Queens award for innovation

2009
Andrew Ritchie receives the Prince Phillip designers prize
Brompton Wide Range Hub (BWR) introduced - with a 302% range
Satin finish introduced across the whole range

2007
Rear frame clip introduced

2005
S-type (sports / straight) and P Type handlebars introduced
Superlight upgrade launched - including alloy headset, titanium forks, rear frame, pedal bolt and mudguard stays.

2004 
Long wheelbase and improved hinge joints introduced 

2002
Brompton 2 sprocket derailleur system introduced

2000
Mark 3 models introduced - better componentry all round

1995
Brompton receives Queens award for export

1987
Brompton goes into full time production

1981
First 30 Brompton bikes produced to order

1976
Brompton Bicycle is registered as a limited company

1975
Andrew Ritchie begins designing a folding bike in his flat, overlooking the Brompton Oratory 

 

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