Originally Posted by
unworthy1
decent mid-range offering from Austria with good solid Suntour stuff, but not a big step up from the Univega. more like a "lateral" but with possibly 3-mains 531 (also could be plain-gage) compared with something from Miyata in the Uni.
I think the FD is a "high normal" VX with a soft alu cage, the hubs (maybe laced to 27" rims) are something like Atom/Normandy, again decent but I suspect the Univega has at least as good quality.
Unless this Puch has geometry that's significant (often they had longer than typical top tubes) or you just LOVE the paint... I think it's a nice bike and in great condition but what's the asking price? Unless it's also a great bargain I'd skip it.
Thanks! My Univega's rear wheel was damaged, so considering getting another bike rather than repairing. The Univega has Shimano Uniglide hubs, dia compe brakes, shimano 600 arabesque shifters/derailleurs Puch is asking for $125, but said it is negotiable. What would you consider to be a bargain price?