Royspeed reborn
Most of the 1970s are viewed as a fallow time for scootering, with Japanese made, budget two-wheelers replacing Italian scooters as the transport of choice for commuters. Although many had moved on to new fashions and music there remained a small but passionate band of enthusiasts scattered around the country. Thanks to these individuals the flame of scootering was kept ablaze, waiting to be rekindled by the Mod revival; among this small band of brothers was Paul Gibson.
Early days
Sarge: How did you first become interested in scooters, and what do you remember about getting your first scooter?
Paul: “I lived and grew up in Romford. My brother was eight years older than me, so he was around in the Mod years and had a Lambretta parked in the back alley of our house. From when I was 12 or 13 I used to start it up and ride it when he wasn’t around. Romford had a strong skinhead following, the older guys were into scooters big time, we’d see them meet up at cafes, snooker halls and discos like Laurie Hall,
