The Zunow Hummingbird

This week, we spotlight the Zunow Hummingbird Dura Ace as our “Japanese Bicycle of the Week.” Indeed, Zunow is celebrated for its superb craftsmanship and unique designs. Also, these bicycles carry a rich history in Japanese cycling culture. Furthermore, they excel in blending art with functionality, earning high regard in the cycling community.

The journey of Zunow started in Japan during the mid-20th century. Specifically, in 1965, Takeru Kageyama, a passionate cyclist and skilled craftsman, launched the brand in Uozu, Toyama Prefecture. Therefore, driven by his love for cycling and commitment to quality, Takeru aimed to produce bicycles of exceptional character.

Notably, the Hummingbird has been beautifully refurbished, featuring Shimano’s Dura Ace 7402 8sp groupset. In addition, it includes a Dura Ace stem and seatpost, with the brand new headset by Tange. Also, the rims have been expertly rebuilt by FIR.

The Zunow Hummingbird Dura Ace represents a pinnacle in cycling performance and innovation. Similarly, it combines sleek design with quality, ensuring speed, agility, and strength.

Zunow Racing Success and Recognition

Regarding Zunow’s racing success, the brand quickly earned acclaim for its superior ride quality and performance. Particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, their frames were in high demand among professional and amateur cyclists. Consequently, they gained significant success in road racing.  Notably, well known Japanese cyclists like Keizo Shimizu and Koichi Nakano rode Zunow bicycles to victory, showing their quality and bringing notoriety to the brand’s fame.

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