I also have an early 70's Gitane Interclub. I was a bike that I originally upgraded and modified circa 1976. It's been collecting dust since the early 80's. I'm considering restoring and upgrading again but I've been out of cycling so long I just don't know about new parts, what they cost and is it worth it.
THe bike has the following:
Gitane InterClub frame and fork (original with chrome)
Pivo headstock
Mathauser finned brake pads
Stronglight 93 crank
rigida 13-19 rims
Dia-Compe G brakes & levers
upgraded seat post.
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Here are some concerns I have.
The Rigida 13-19 rims were very unique rims at the time. They are 27 1/4" and only 1/2" wide clinchers. I don't even know if they make tires to fit these rims any more.
The frame needs to be stripped down, sanded and repainted.
Needs new saddle, pedals,chain, cables and potentially wheels that include upgraded hubs.
How much would it cost me to do this project?
Would I be better off just parting this thing out?
