Originally Posted by
Wayne B
I have a Murray Eliminator 10 Speed road bike. I think it's from the 1970's.
Mainly I want a lighter bike with skinnier tires. My bike has 26 X 1 3/8 tires.
Also I find that I don't need all 10 gears. I usually only use 2 or 3.
Have you looked at bikes in a decent bike shop recently? Compared to your '70's "ten speed racing bike", you would find no lack of lighter bikes in multiple styles. Forget track bikes but don't limit yourself to road bikes.
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