I didn't mind being on the bike pretty much the whole way, but I was concerned that my quad cramping might leave me stranded roadside, and in a confused state due to attrition etc.
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1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"