Gary Turner Bmx 1977 Gt Museum
Gary turner took notice and decided to change this. His father bruce griggs has been into race car engineering (suspensions primarily) for many years, back in the day, he and gary turner were acquaintances via the Aware of the popularity of gary turner’s bmx frames, richard long contacts turner in 1977 about supplying his anaheim, california bicycle shop.
1977 GT Gary Turner BMXmuseum
Turner agrees and the foundation of gt bicycles is born. It is a close friends, he received it as a gift for christmas 1978. These early frames were not yet the gt brand, but were simply called gary turner as seen by the frame stickers.
Gt bicycles, a premium brand of dorel industries, inc.
Dii.b, dii.a) today released a modern version of the iconic 1979 26” bmx cruiser frame set to celebrate the brand’s new partnership with original gt bicycles founder gary turner and his son craig. After reconnecting with gt in 2017, plans around a reunion Craig turner is working on the 2025 line up! Legendary bmx (and a lot of other bikes) innovator and developer, gary turner is assisted by voices of stompin’ stu thomsen and his brother glenn turner to tell the story of the development of gary’s first monoshock bmx bike in the 1970’s.
The bikes produced by leading companies of the day were heavy, slow, and fragile. A professional drag racer, gary had experience welding and building chromoly chassis for dragsters. Gt 1972 offers handmade bmx bikes and forks by craig turner, a professional bmx rider and builder. Contact craig via email to discuss your custom order or check out the garage sale section for great deals.
Discover the history, popularity and nostalgia of the gt brand and its iconic frames.
A vintage bmx bike built by gary turner, the founder of gt bicycles, in 1977. See the specs, history and photos of this rare and iconic bike. Learn how gary turner created the first lightweight and durable bmx bike frame in his garage in orange, california, and how he revived his legacy with gt bicycles. Read about his son craig's involvement in the family business and their passion for riding.
Turner, the owner of the pedaler aa/fc, created the gt brand and for years integrated the world of bicycles with drag racing. Gt bicycles, a premium brand of dorel industries, inc. Dii.b, dii.a) today released a modern version of the iconic 1979 26” bmx cruiser frame set to celebrate the brand’s new partnership with original gt bicycles founder gary turner and his son craig. Learn from his voice and his brother glenn's in this video by pipeline digital media.
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The monthly gary turner bike swapmeet is every 3rd saturday of the month in orange ca. 7am until noon address is 205 e. It all started in 1972 when gary turner made his first bmx frame for his son craig turner. Gary turner bmx was founded.
The legend lives on 45 years later. Gary and craig are producing hand made 4130 chromoly bmx frames the old school way. In celebration of the 45 year anniversary, gary turner bmx will be producing a series of “45 years Gary turner x billet bmx holey seat post clamp 31.8mm (30mm w/ shim) from $79.99 red blue black gold purple chrome close (esc) quick view gary turner x billet bmx
Gary turner 26 bmx 2024 gary turner 26 inch frame, fork, bars and laid back seat post in orange and chrome fabricated by craig turner.
Knight bike co stem, chainring, bottom bracket and seat post clamp. Gt, short for gary turner, was founded in 1979 in southern california. The company started as a small operation, manufacturing bmx frames in turner’s garage. However, their commitment to quality and performance quickly gained recognition, setting the stage for a remarkable journey.
Gary turner took notice and decided to change this. It started back in the early 70's with gary turner watching young riders at the bmx track. Most of you who have followed this history already know of the bmx legend that is gary turner. Well in his honor, we are bringing back the 4130 chromoly, made in the usa, vintage style bmx bike frames sets in a 26, 24, 20 & later possibly a 29 beach
Yes, i started this website myself, way back in 1999, thanks for sharing my passion about bmx!!
The legacy of gary turner in bmx to truly appreciate the gary turner x billet bmx collection, we need to go back to where it all started. Gary turner, the legendary bike builder, revolutionized bmx in the 1970s with his innovative frame designs. His name became synonymous with strength, speed, and style. Billet bmx teamed up with craig turner to create an awesome collaboration featuring a custom designed gary tuner product line.
These billet parts compliment all the hand made gary turner framesets by master fabricator craig turner. Rare 1978 pre gt gary turner made by gary turner. This is the story behind this bike.
