Touring - am I getting there?

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ilikebikes
10-28-09, 01:15 PM
I know I've got a way to go but I'm taking it slow so I can get it as close as I can to "being ready," I also know that only when I take her out on a few tour will I know what "being ready" means. :thumb:

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Boondock
10-28-09, 08:36 PM
WOW!.... that's a beauty!
david le
10-28-09, 09:58 PM
Looking great, she's ready to roll. Love the classic lines.

stevage
10-29-09, 06:17 AM
What's that spring/coil thing near the derailleur in the bottom pic? Can't figure it out...
rhm
10-29-09, 06:44 AM
What's that spring/coil thing near the derailleur in the bottom pic? Can't figure it out...

Cable housing to the rear derailleur.
Cyclebum
10-29-09, 09:04 AM
Great work of retro art! I'd be afraid to take anything that pretty out the door.
valygrl
10-29-09, 12:16 PM
Nice looking bike! Looks like it needs another water bottle cage, and lower gearing.

Cute kitties.
dubois
10-29-09, 04:17 PM
I don't know why you think you have a way to go. That bike looks ready to do wonderful things.
ilikebikes
10-29-09, 06:36 PM
Wow! :o Thanks for the great comments! I plan on a front rack some day soon, and I'm adding a water bottle cage identical to the one on the bars to her at this very moment! :D
wheel
10-29-09, 06:45 PM
27 inch tires n tubes? Anyone care to talk about how hard those are to get? I have no idea.
ilikebikes
10-29-09, 06:51 PM
I think you'll get mixed replies on that subject, I myself have found that they are just a bit harded to find than 700c's, but not by much, if you look on the web you'll find more than a few places that still carry quality 27' tires. :) I'm lucky enough to have three LBS that stock them. :D