Motobecane Grand Tour 58 cm
10-04-11, 10:20 PM
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Motobecane Grand Tour 58 cm
Is $185 a reasonable price?
I am 5'10" with a 33" inseam. Is a 58 cm frame likely to fit?
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/2625978188.html
I am 5'10" with a 33" inseam. Is a 58 cm frame likely to fit?
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/2625978188.html
10-05-11, 12:25 AM
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10-05-11, 05:19 AM
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It's not a flip price but still a very good deal at $185. The Moto's from that era are extremely nice riders and are very classic looking with very subtle, but beautiful detail. (eg, the winged headbadge) Their red color literally glows in the sunlight.
I have a couple of red Motos like this one and one practical and economical accessory I'd recommend is black Planet Bike fenders - They dress it up quite a bit, and allow you to use it more for what it was intended to do.
Fit is personal. If I was to pay any attention to the internet bike sizing charts, I would miss what actually fits me by a full 6cm.
The best thing is to ride a bike then decide. The critical factor is comfort while riding in the drops -(not "standing over" with hands on hips as many newbies think.)
I have a couple of red Motos like this one and one practical and economical accessory I'd recommend is black Planet Bike fenders - They dress it up quite a bit, and allow you to use it more for what it was intended to do.
Fit is personal. If I was to pay any attention to the internet bike sizing charts, I would miss what actually fits me by a full 6cm.
The best thing is to ride a bike then decide. The critical factor is comfort while riding in the drops -(not "standing over" with hands on hips as many newbies think.)
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10-08-11, 12:50 PM
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Around here (Brooklyn), that price would be a stone-cold deal. Then again, I love me some Motos...
