Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
I considered a Vintage MTB 2 years ago, but went 29er for about the same money.
These bikes had rigid frames and forks during the first 3-5 years or production.
Trek 930 (AKA: Singletrack) see
http://www.bikepedia.com/quickbike/B...e#.UNc4lY7FU00
Specialized Rockhopper see
http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/B...e#.UNc5aI7FU00
Also see: Show Your Vintage MTB Drop Bar Conversions
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...light=mountain
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 12-23-12 at 11:16 AM.