Just got this last week at a flea market. Seen some obvious use and there is some rust but nothing major.

I know it was a house brand for REI and a curious mix of components indicates whatever was available for the best price at the time was used.

I also know the Randonee was a touring bike but don’t know who made the frame.

The bike is lightweight and I’m guessing cromoly but would like to know what kind. I’m again guessing mid to late eighties as to age by the canti brakes and 7 speed gearing.

I like the paddle shifters (that I think replaced the original down tube shifters), however they are hung up at the moment and I can’t up shift, meaning it won't shift to smaller cogs. My guess is shifters need to be cleaned and lubed but I’m not sure how to get inside. I think the hex bolt will give me access to clean the mech, and replace cables, am I correct? I don't want to open up a can of springs if you know what I mean. I tried searching for info but without model number that I would like to know I came up empty…can you help?

Overall it seems like it would be a nice vintage ride and I am anxious to try it out. Thanks for any info.