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Old 10-27-08, 06:24 AM
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ShredSkelton
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What to do with my 1986 LeTour

I have a Schwinn LeTour that I purchased new in 1986. It served me well, but has been hanging in my garage for some time, having been replaced by newer mountain/road bikes. It could probably use a tuneup and some lube, but is generally in pretty good condition. Have been thinking about what to do with this bike for some time and thought I would get some opinions here. Here are my thoughts:

Sell it. This was the first bike I purchased new with my own $$. I have a soft spot for it so am reluctant to part with it.

Tune it up and ride. Not sure if I would actually ride it when I have a carbon-fiber/ultegra option hanging right next to it...

Fixie conversion. Not much of a mechanic so I would pay a LBS to do this. Could probably buy a langster or similar for the same $ as the conversion, but then I have yet another bike....

Upgrade. Upgrade the 12 speed drive train to modern components. Throw some 105 components on there with some new wheels. Ride.

Nothing. Leave it hanging in my "frame graveyard"...

Opinions?
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