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The story of French sport
and an industrial enterprise<\/h1>

Dilecta* is one of the oldest French cycling brands.<\/h5>

*DILECTA (Latin, adj): darling: whom we cherish, adore.<\/em><\/p>

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In 1913, entrepreneur Albert Chichery founded the bicycle brand Dilecta in the town of Le Blanc after he retired from racing. He was a good regional competitive cyclist (sprinter), Deputy of the Indre, and very passionate about cycling and bicycles.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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1913<\/strong>
The story begins<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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DILECTA cycles brought together a wide range of bicycle for professionals and bicycle enthusiasts. 17 models: from road racing, track and, touring to city and cargo bikes.<\/p>

They developed rapidly from the opening of the Blanc factory at the beginning of the 20th century.<\/p>

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