Originally Posted by Oakman
The PX10 I bought in 1971 was only my second bicycle purchase, so I didn't have the experience to make proper comparisons (upgraded from a Hi-Ten frame). The LBS where I bought it recommended this as a good all-around bike for me. I even splurged on a set of clinchers to go with the sew-ups. It served me well as a commuter, touring and gravel bike for more than 40 years! There were arguably better racing bikes available, but not for $250.
This is an important point for those who did not live though that era. Besides having racing bona fides the PX-10 was well distributed in the USA and cost a
lot less than comparable machines. I first saw a PX-10 in 1972 and that very bike was passed to me a decade ago, short version of the story
here. The original owner paid $185 USD + tax in the summer of 1971 for it. A Raleigh or Atala Pro would have been 300+ or more.
I now own a second one, a 1972 that actually fits me and is sympathetically upgraded as we did with bikes we owned for a long time. Different wheels, Simplex SLJ derailleurs, Retrofriction shifters, and a Red Clover triplizer. I find that the 2 PXs share a distinct ride quality and while it's not the bike I would keep if I could only have one, I appreciate and fully enjoy it for what it is. I'm always glad to take it out for a good ride. YMMV
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1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 197? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1971 Raleigh International, 1970 Raleigh Professional Mark I
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