Finally... Scored me a good one
02-05-07, 09:12 PM
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Finally... Scored me a good one
Craig's List finally paid off for me, I got a really sweet Fuji Roubaix for $75. It's made of Ishiwata triple butted steel, and had all Shimano 600 components, except for the Campy Omega wheelset. Also has a sweet San Marco seat, and everything is in excellent shape with new tires. Anyone know a thing or two about older Fujis?
02-05-07, 09:32 PM
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I am no Fuji expert, but that is a nice find at a good price.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
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"Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." --Theodore Roosevelt
Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
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Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
02-05-07, 10:45 PM
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Sweet! I'd love to find that for twice as much! I've got 3 Fuji's -- though they are older and lower end models (two 80-ish Supremes and a Royale). I wish I could find more about them. Haven't seen much in the way of old Fuji literature or catalogs on line. Considering the number of Fuji's out there in nice condition and my constant Internet-fueled desire for instant gratification, it's frustrating.
02-05-07, 11:45 PM
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Beautiful! Good score.
02-06-07, 12:58 AM
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That is ****ing sweet.
02-06-07, 07:40 AM
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The ad wasn't even up for 30 min before I snatched it up, must've been my lucky day! I just cleaned it all up and adjusted the derailleurs. I only got to test ride for about ten minutes last night, but this thing rides very smooth and the indexed shifting is very nice. I'm amazed at the quality of these parts, they function flawlessly. One thing I may get are some wider bars, but we'll see. I need to true a spot on the rear wheel, then it will be good for this weekend's group ride.
02-06-07, 07:40 AM
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Ive had a few Fujis in the past (mountain bikes though) all great bikes, youve got a winner on your hands I think 
02-06-07, 09:21 AM
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How is the braking with those black-anodized Omega rims and black Shimano(?) pads? I scared myself when I tried Shimano pads in my Campag. calipers. I am still not satisfied with the braking, but KoolStop salmon pads did help.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
"Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." --Theodore Roosevelt
Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
02-06-07, 10:13 AM
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The braking seems to be fine. I don't know anything about these Omega rims, other than that they look pretty cool. Also, the hubs are Campy as well but have no markings other than the emblem. I'm guessing they're lower level stuff. I put a more modern seat on it because I intend to ride it alot and the San Marco is a bit uncomfortable.
02-06-07, 10:28 AM
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Very nice bicycle.
I know I'd only use Vise grips as a last resort on my Fuji.
I know I'd only use Vise grips as a last resort on my Fuji.
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the ad had been up for a little (real little) while; I was looking at the same bike. Good for you!
Just for curiosity's sake, what size is it?
Just for curiosity's sake, what size is it?
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It's a 56cm. The stem on it is too short for me, so that's one thing I'll have to replace. Anyone got a 130 or 140mm stem? I've learned not to wait around, I've missed out too many times before.
Oh, the vice grips were for a different project. I'm sure my bikes are afraid of them/
Oh, the vice grips were for a different project. I'm sure my bikes are afraid of them/
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did you lean them on the wall ????!!!
did you lean them on the wall ????!!!
