Originally Posted by
theLuz
My bike is a "Touring" Ron Cooper: from him with eyelets for fenders and racks, as well as milder angles for a more comfortable ride. I have not seen another, just racing angles and no factory eyelets. Anyone know if this is rare?
Mine is also a touring or sport touring model.
It has a single pair of eyelets front and rear and accommodates true to size 700c x 35 Paselas I am running on it.
They add to the great ride of the bike and give me the cush I prefer for my style of riding.
I am not sure the exact angles but guessing between 72 & 73. Will have to check that out.
It also has Nervex lugs. The paint is a bit rough and tubing sticker is missing as is head tube decal but does anyone know if he mostly used Reynolds 531 tubing?
It came to me as a frame/fork only & I built it up with an assorted mix of parts I had on hand.
It would also be nice to know the date it was made. I am guessing late 70's. It has a 3 digit serial number beginning with 7.
At any rate very grateful to have it and ride it. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are very evident.
Down the road perhaps I will have it painted and get new decals.