Old 03-16-08 | 06:50 PM
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Bizurke
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By the time I got there it was almost closing time so I had to just grab some stuff real quick and leave. I ended up with a steel Raleigh frame with some solid 700c wheels that I think I'll fix up and give to my dad in hopes that he might start riding a little bit. I also got a Schwinn Sidewinder that I believe to be from 1995 since there is a "100th Anniversary. 1895-1995" sticker on it. The frame is badged as CroMoly and seems very sturdy. The components are Shimano Altus and I know that's not too great but it shifts flawlessly and seems like it will be a great base to get started with. The wheels are 36 spoke and the hubs seem pretty solid.

I've added a rear rack, bar ends, and a frame bag (not sure the correct term) and took it for a few mile ride to test it out. Things work great!

I will put different shifters on there soon as I don't care for grip shift, along with a front rack, more bottle cages, tires, fenders, and treking bars.



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