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04-08-16 | 09:48 PM

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jefnvk

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Originally Posted by seely

I'll forewarn you that tire clearance on vintage touring bikes is usually very limited compared to today's standards. Due to the brake bridge on my Miyata 610 and 215, I can barely clear 32's with fenders, and don't have much more room at the bottom bracket either.

What year is that? I've got an '82 currently ripped apart, with 1-1/4" Paselas waiting to go on it, is it something I need to worry about?

04-08-16 | 10:25 PM

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lord_athlon

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My 84 Voyageur is a work of art, considering it is mass produced.

04-11-16 | 07:20 AM

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seely

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Originally Posted by jefnvk

What year is that? I've got an '82 currently ripped apart, with 1-1/4" Paselas waiting to go on it, is it something I need to worry about?

Should be fine, I think I ran 1 1/4 before converting to 700c.

04-11-16 | 07:24 AM

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bikemig

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Originally Posted by Lascauxcaveman

I think OP should just shop opportunistically - whatever comes along at a good price. Look for the cantis, the longish chain stays and give it a shot if it fits and it's cheap.

And don't overlook the Cannondale ST models. If you want the best mix of stiffness/lightness/stability, there you go. I'm a recent convert - and I still like a lugged steel touring bike, too - but I haven't ridden one that stacks up to a C-dale in those regards. Mine fits 35mm tires w/fenders, would probably go to 45mm without.

+ 1. These bikes don't come up that often and you just have to shop around.

04-11-16 | 04:24 PM

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I have a '84 Univega Gran Tourismo (canti brakes) that easily takes fenders and 27x1-1/4 Pasela TG tires.

Some of the late '70s 'sport tourers' work well. My old '75 Fuji S-10S works with fenders and 27x1-1/4 tires, and so would a later '70s Fuji America. Both have long-ish chainstays.

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04-11-16 | 06:21 PM

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I generally dislike my Surly Long Haul Trucker. But for pulling kids, it is the ultimate bike and I'm so glad I have it. Lately I've been pulling two trailers totaling a good 150 pounds-- a Burley carries my 5-year old which is attached to a Tag-a-long with my 8- year old (attached to the seat post of my Surly)

04-11-16 | 06:33 PM

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Love my 1988 GReen Schwinn Voyageur

04-11-16 | 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by engineerbob

I think that Univegas are under-appreciated, particularly the ones with Miyata frames. I'm very happy with mine.

Bob

My Gran Tourismo is awaiting conversion to my specs (specifically barcons) and a few other minor changes... (see Uni Appreciation thread). I love my (Miyata-built) Univegas!!! Well, and my Miyata 710... and my old Fuji, and...

04-12-16 | 12:15 AM

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Love my 1988 GReen Schwinn Voyageur

Quite possibly the most aesthetically beautiful touring bike ever to be factory produced. And a real bike, too. I hope to find a pristine example in 25" some day.

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04-12-16 | 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jet sanchEz

I stole this from somewhere but most of these models will suit you and many of them are overlooked----I see cheap Nishikis and Univegas all the time and they are fantastic frames built in Japan.

Bruce Gordon
Berthoud
Mercian
Bob Jackson
Viliers Velo
Paul Hewitt
Ellis Briggs
Woodrup
Koga
Bridgestone RB-T
Bridgestone T-500
Bridgestone T-700
Centurion Pro Tour 15
Centurion Elite GT 15
Fuji Touring Series IV
Fuji Touring Series V
Kuwahara Caravan
Lotus Odyssey
Miyata 610
Miyata 1000
Nishiki Continental
Nishiki Cresta GT
Nishiki International (note, not all years are full CrMo or full touring)
Nishiki Riviera GT
Nishiki Seral
Novara Randonee
Panasonic PT-3500
Panasonic PT-5000
Panasonic Pro Touring
Panasonic Touring Deluxe
Raleigh Alyeska
Raleigh Kodiak
Raleigh Portage
Raleigh Super Tourer
Raleigh Touring 18
Schwinn Paramount P15-9 Tourer
Schwinn Passage
Schwinn Super Sport, 1981
Schwinn Voyageur/Voyageur SP
Specialized Expedition
Specialized Sequoia
Trek 520
Trek 620
Trek 720
Univega Gran Turismo
Univega Specialisima
Roberts

I searched craigslist for a few weeks using this list and found a Nishiki Cresta in great condition for 130. Really stoked about the canti's and all the braze ons.

04-12-16 | 06:55 AM

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Centaurious

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Carrying your kid on the back, get a cargo bike. They are made for what you want.

04-12-16 | 11:42 AM

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Agreed. You'll save money this way (no need to upgrade later etc) and will have a safer more stable ride. Track down an extra cycle conversion. I built one and put a regular Topeka baby seat rack on it. It was fast and stable.