Gitane Sprint
04-06-06, 09:11 AM
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Gitane Sprint
I recently picked up a Gitane bicycle on FreeCycle. It has Cycles Gitane on the downtube, and Sprint- made in france on the top tube. Simplex ( Bernard Hinault ) components. 788 Vitus Tubing. Is this a decent bike to try to restore, or should it be used a a good commuter. It is in very good condition, a few scratches and the decals or a little edged. Would anyone know if this is of any value. I will take pictures of the bike tonight and put them on the forum if anyone would like.
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You might try classic & vintage if it's an older bike. They may know more about it.
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Originally Posted by Elad63
I recently picked up a Gitane bicycle on FreeCycle. It has Cycles Gitane on the downtube, and Sprint- made in france on the top tube. Simplex ( Bernard Hinault ) components. 788 Vitus Tubing. Is this a decent bike to try to restore, or should it be used a a good commuter. It is in very good condition, a few scratches and the decals or a little edged. Would anyone know if this is of any value. I will take pictures of the bike tonight and put them on the forum if anyone would like.
Originally Posted by jyossarian
You might try classic & vintage if it's an older bike. They may know more about it.
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Here's a link to Gitane catalogues; check out the 1983 catalogue to see if that looks like it (it's also in catalogues from other years).
