Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 28
Likes: 14
From: Alameda, CA
Bikes: 71 Schwinn Paramount P15-9, 86 Panasonic Team Europe II, 83 Masi 3V, 72 Freschi Super Criterium, 2023 Felt FR Advanced Ultegra, 16 Bianchi L'Eroica, 83 Fisher Montare, 15 Salsa Woodsmoke, 18 Ibis Hakka MX, 2012 Marin Four Corners
1971 Paramount P15-9
Just picked this bike up on a trip to northern Nevada for I think a fair price ($650) from the original owner. He said he barely rode it and kept it inside and I think that shows. I have always wanted a Paramount - preferably a racer but at this stage a touring model probably works better for a bike I intend to ride.
Any thoughts on the elephant in the bike shed, the derailleur? Do I keep the Gran Turismo for stock authenticity or find a period correct upgrade?