In 2009 two guys who's been friends since 1985 and always had the
desire to ride their own bikes, started their own bike company, Salvo
Bikes. Now 25 years since this dream began, Gerrie van Dalen and Toby
Groenewald saw the first prototype roll out in March 2010 and was called
the Salvo "First Fire", which is a frame that can handle both trails
and racing.
The idea is to build hand built frames and components for the BMX
and Fixi industry that will be quality products as well as being
exclusive.
This company is rider owned and both Toby and Gerrie still ride
although not like in the old days, but still going strong, in fact Toby
got the South African number 1 plate in the 17 challenge class for
2009.
Nowadays Toby spends his time managing the Salvo Racing team and
Gerrie designs and refines the new products, including a vintage line
that will include both 20" and 24" frames to stir up some nostalgia.
Visit www.salvobmx.blogspot.com
