Did I Build A Hybrid?
These descriptions throw me some times. Long before I knew of these designations I started making changes to my touring bike to make it more accommodating as I've changed over time. I bought a Puch Meteor Luxe new in 1981 and it's always been kept indoors and cared for. Over the years I've changed the seat (wider), bars (upright), stem (more upright) to make it easier for me to ride longer. I'm still using the original Sugino crankset, DiaComp center-pull brakes, Sun Tour freewheel, dérailleur and stem shifters though I do have a modern Shimano BB. They're not the original wheels but they are still 27x1 1/4. I love my bike and the fact that I can be comfortable and still go fast. I really do not covet any one else's bike or set up. I'm at ease with my "Fredness".
Is this a hybrid or just a mish-mash of parts?