Medic zero,

I purchased the two Peugeot bicycles. They were in good shape and purchased from the original owner. He bought them in Nurenburg, Germany in '89. When I got back home, I dropped them off at my local bike shop for a tune up on both of them. I had measured my wife also and since we will be both riding, it will be nice to have a matched set.

When I got to my LBS, the owner informrd me that in Germany, bikes had to have lights, fenders, bell and a rear rack. Since they used to be Peugot dealers way back when, he believes he has a generator for my bike as it was missing along with the rear light lense. My wifes bike is complete and looks pristine ( generator powers the lights good).

Both bikes are US Express, built in France. The seat tubes measure where I need them for both of us. The water bottle connection points still have the plastic plugs in them, so th LBS is going to put water bottle racks on for me while they are there. I did not get a chance to measure the chain stays, but will do so on Tuesday when I pick them up. One thing I like the best are the tires. They seem beefy enough for a rail trail, but tread is not too aggressive for a smooth ride on pavement.

So it looks like I have solved my temporary ride issue until the day I go after a Surly. I had seen a Trek 520 in Roanoke for $200, but never got a confirmation that it was available for purchase, so the Peugoets now have a new home. If I knew how to post a picture from my I Pad, I would do so.

When I get the bike back, I will install my brand new Brooks B17 saddle. I did not get the leather treatment, but maybe my Obenaufs will work as good.

Thanks everyone for the help.

PS: thanks for the link to the buckets. Will contact them on Monday.