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Bikes: 72 Peugeot UO-8, 82 Peugeot TH8, 87 Bianchi Brava, 76? Masi Grand Criterium, 74 Motobecane Champion Team, 86 & 77 Gazelle champion mondial, 81? Grandis, 82? Tommasini, 83 Peugeot PF10
Originally Posted by
big chainring
Its a classic french bike boom bike. Nothing all that spectacular about the ride, but I can ride it for miles and miles with great comfort. Its basically similiar to a Peugeot UO-8. The bikes of this era had relaxed tube angles, lots of fork rake, and lots of clearance for fenders and racks.
Indeed. My upgraded UO8 is my go-to bike because it handles well, feels lively enough, and is comfortable for miles. I've been riding it for almost 40 years. But it's got lights instead of fenders.
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