Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Manhattan & Woodstock NY
Bikes: 2024 A Homer Hilsen, 1992 Paramount PDG Series, 1991 Mercian King of Mercia, 1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 1969? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1970 Raleigh Pro Mk I
Originally Posted by
Velo Mule
I've used the Velorange chain guard. It worked out good. It requires that the drive side bottom bracket cup be removed to put the bracket on. This will cause a 1mm shift to the bottom bracket. I also went from a double chain ring to a single and ended up flipping the bottom bracket spindle.
Such a nice bike in Manhattan?
I've looked at that chain guard, thanks for the info. Any pics? And yes, this is a great bike for Manhattan. Wide tires, easy angles and long wheelbase - all-rounder for the win. A short wheelbase tight frame like my Mercian on the other hand, is far less suited. I lived on LI for decades and I actually ride more now that I'm in Manhattan. Go figure.
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2024 A Homer Hilsen, 1992 Paramount PDG Series, 1991 Mercian King of Mercia, 1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1970 Raleigh Pro Mk I, 1969? Falcon San Remo
Curator/Team Mechanic: 2016 Dawes Streetfighter, 1984 Lotus Eclair, 1975 Motobecane Jubile Mixte, 1974 Raleigh Sports, 1973 Free Spirit Ted Williams, 1972 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Philips Sport