Thread: opinions on vintage mtb frame: G.F. Comp vs Paramount Series 70
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Old 12-27-13, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by oddjob2
Are you doing a drop bar conversion?

I don't know if you're in a hurry for a winter commuter, but I think you can do a whole lot better price wise with a complete bike, unless you have your parts kit ready to go. I've picked up complete Stumpjumpers, Cannondale M500, Bianchi Grizzly, more Stumpjumpers, PDG 20 and PDG 40, Miyata Terra Runner, Miyata Ridge Runner, various Gary F's and Trek 950 from $25-$150. These are typically Deore or at least STX equipped.

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/bik/4231524979.html

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/bik/4242031922.html

http://cnj.craigslist.org/bik/4246431002.html

http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/bik/4241579111.html
No. 1. You can pick up a quality used mtb complete bike for the prices of those frames. Leaving aside questions of valuation and parts availability, the longer wheelbase bike has some advantages for a commuter. Longer chainstays are a plus if you're planning on using a rack.
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