Originally Posted by
juvela
brakes -
if you measure the actual brake centres for 700 size wheels you should be able to tell what the OEM brakes were
Universal model 51 Extra: 50.5mm front, 64mm rear
Universal model 61: 55.5mm front, 64mm rear
Universal model Super 68: 47.5mm front, 56.5mm rear
original saddle would not have been a Tron et Berthet product, perchance something from Unicanitor
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I see some really long 68's on eBay, likely my first choice, I'll ensure to get reach measurement before buying; this bike needs 65mm rear.
Originally Posted by
smd4
That would be about $2,600 today. Confirming my suspicion that a decent bike is beyond the reach for most of today’s middle class 18 year olds.
Two latest iPhones or one hundred delivered pizzas. I know for a fact I certainly didn't have much leftover after bike expenses!
Originally Posted by
Chuck M
Great memories must have been made for these bikes to have been held on to for a half century.
One of the guys (Legnano Man) took a lot of photos back then - gawd, we looked goofy! I presume he'll plan to video the Golden Anniversary ride for YouTube, or whatever.
Originally Posted by
Chuck M
but won’t last the 50 plus years the investment in these bikes did.
Makes one wonder, what will it be like to restore a 2023 bike in 2073? Hopefully 3D printing solves some problems.
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