Originally Posted by
non-fixie
I am not familiar wit this particular model, but I
do like its looks: relaxed frame angles, room for decent tires and fenders, good parts selection.
IF you're looking for a nice sports tourer and
IF it provides you with a nice French fit, I'd certainly be tempted to give it a whirl for $125.
By way of an example, this is what I did with a lower spec gaspipe frameset I bought a couple of years ago. As long as geometry and fit are right, it can be made into something rather wonderful. Please note I deliberately chose to use those Weinmann Vainqueur brakes.
Haha! Yeah, Weinmann centerpulls and I don’t get along for some odd reason. However, put good pads on them and they probably work like a charm.
Theybwere better than the DiaCompe copies.
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