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Old 02-22-16 | 09:43 PM
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mark_m
old guy with a new bike
 
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From: Petaluma CA

Bikes: Motobecane Le Champion, Specialized something or other f.s. mountain bike

Originally Posted by djkashuba
When I purchased this frame it had the rear drops spread to 130 and the brake bridges drilled. Two sets of water bottle cage bosses had been added as well. Paint was marginal.
I first had Campagnolo Athena 11 speed installed but that group moved to my Colnago. The frame was in storage for a few years until recently. I had top tube brake guides added as well as rack mounts on the fork.
Running 8 speed indexed. First impression of this build is that it will be a favorite. May need to invest in a good paint job.
Motobecane Le Champion
by djk762, on Flickr
I don't think I knew they made a Le Champ in that paint scheme - my favorite. Have been looking for a G.R. to get that paint job. Love it...
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