Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Mans of NC & SW UT Desert
Bikes: 86 Katakura Silk, 87 Prologue X2, 88 Cimarron LE, 1975 Sekai 4000 Professional, 73 Paramount, plus more
I really like the older steel Treks. They pop up here on Craigs List frequently. Get one with 700cm wheels, those give you the most tire options (versus 27 inch rims). The Treks usually have either Reynolds tubing or True Temper. Either of them are fine (I have both myself). I prefer index shifting, mid 80s or newer usually. Weight is reasonable/pretty good and you will have a bike that will hold/increase in value.