I'm just getting into cycling. I only have one bike and most of you would consider it a junker. However I can push it along at +20mph on the flats and have been averaging 16ish for overall rides (hills). I figure a new bike is in my future, but not till I get in shape and get some more use out of this one.

So here is what I've got and what I've got in it so far:

Early 80's Takara 10 speed - $41.00
New chain(LBS) - $6.00
Aero Brake Levers(LBS) to replace old levers and "suicide bars" - $12.00
Alloy Wheels (LBS) installed front and rear - $60.00
Used plastic toe clips(LBS) - $3.00
Suntour Barcon shifters (Ebay) to replace "stem shifters" - $39.00
Handlebar Tape (LBS) - $9.00
AXIOM AO8C Computer (Father-in-law) - Free

Again, I realize it is crap compared to the bikes you guys are riding, but for $172.00 I'm having fun and getting into shape. Plus to the untrained eye (most non bike riding people) it looks just as good as a much higher priced bike.