Keith Lippy

Custom bicycle builder

“He built to a very high standard and was a superb artist and craftsman.” Chris Wimpey

Originally in San Diego, California
Now in Salem, Oregon

1974: Keith Lippy started building bicycle frames in San Diego.

Mid-to-late 1970s: contact work with Masi California.

1990: leaves frame building to become a teacher.
Author of “A guide for teaching occupational bicycle service and repair” by Keith Lippy. Published by the San Diego City Schools, CA 1972

There are reports that he has resumed building custom frames.

Chris Wimpey’s story and pictures of his restoration of a touring Lippy HERE

Louren Youde’s fabulous art Lippy bike