Show off that Randonneur; and let's discuss the bike, the gear, the sport
08-16-13, 10:25 AM
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thank you!!! i really appreciate everyone's compliments in this thread.
08-16-13, 11:30 AM
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Not sue how this picture got here (it is not mine) but I can do a 300k on this rig and not even break a sweat!
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08-16-13, 01:22 PM
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Being as I have been following this thread lately and I saw this pop up on the local CL .......... figured maybe someone here would be interested. I know I am but I have no spare cash at the moment. 
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hn...005743830.html
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hn...005743830.html
10-01-13, 08:37 PM
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I wanted to try an inexpensive low trail 650b setup and found this 1982 Fuji S12S and built it up with items on hand, except for the Nitto stem and Dia Compe 750 brakes. The front bag is a V.O. Grand Cru with a V.O. rack. From the geometry and measurements the fork rake is 62mm with a 73 degree head tube and with the Soma B Lines ( about 36mm ) calculates to a trail of 37mm or so. The bike rides quite nicely and tracks very well with what I would call quite predictable cornering - you just point and it follows through without effort. Anyone contemplating a conversion might want to keep some Fujis of this era in mind.
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10-01-13, 09:05 PM
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I wanted to try an inexpensive low trail 650b setup and found this 1982 Fuji S12S and built it up with items on hand, except for the Nitto stem and Dia Compe 750 brakes. The front bag is a V.O. Grand Cru with a V.O. rack. From the geometry and measurements the fork rake is 62mm with a 73 degree head tube and with the Soma B Lines ( about 36mm ) calculates to a trail of 37mm or so. The bike rides quite nicely and tracks very well with what I would call quite predictable cornering - you just point and it follows through without effort. Anyone contemplating a conversion might want to keep some Fujis of this era in mind.
Back in 1980 purchased a new S-12S Ltd. available only in black. Clocked some wonderful tours and memories. Seriously overloaded with weight, sometimes where the frame was a noodle during 40 mph mountain descents... the fearless days LOL. These were the last of the Japan produced, before cable braze-ons.
10-02-13, 02:25 AM
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crank_addict, the things we do when young! I should correct the year - it is a 1981. I believe most of the Fujis were still made in Japan until the late '80's or so when some production was moved to Taiwan. I would like to find an America as it was all cro moly construction so perhaps one day. I have really taken a liking to the Fuji S12S - I can trace my admiration for Fujis back to 1972 when I saw two of their Newest models at a local bike shop and thought of owning one on and off over the years. I guess it is better late than never even if it is not exactly the model I wanted. I can see why they do not come up for sale too often, up here in Vancouver, B.C. vintage Fuji are very rare - in fact the only other one I have seen so far is a 1985 Touring Series III on Craigslist that I tried to buy but was sold. I will keep looking though.
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10-02-13, 05:50 AM
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I wanted to try an inexpensive low trail 650b setup and found this 1982 Fuji S12S and built it up with items on hand, except for the Nitto stem and Dia Compe 750 brakes. The front bag is a V.O. Grand Cru with a V.O. rack. From the geometry and measurements the fork rake is 62mm with a 73 degree head tube and with the Soma B Lines ( about 36mm ) calculates to a trail of 37mm or so. The bike rides quite nicely and tracks very well with what I would call quite predictable cornering - you just point and it follows through without effort. Anyone contemplating a conversion might want to keep some Fujis of this era in mind.
I love these tires...can you tell me what they are and where you go them? They look like they might be perfect for a build I am doing...
10-02-13, 09:51 AM
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My randonneuring bike is not C&V, but is built up in the spirit of classic randonneusses. It's a Rawland Stag, built of thin (0.8/0.5/0.8) tubing and designed for 650B wheels and with low trail for carrying a front load. The complete bike weighs in at 24lb including dynamo lighting, fenders and front rack.
My last ride was this past weekend's Vermont "Fall Classic", the New England Randonneurs 110k season closer. Much of the ride looked like this:
My last ride was this past weekend's Vermont "Fall Classic", the New England Randonneurs 110k season closer. Much of the ride looked like this:
10-02-13, 10:47 AM
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^ Your Rawland is great! Just looked through the flicker set, too. Lot of great fitting work with the wiring, fenders, etc. Love that fork crown, too. (Btw, Boulder Bicycle has replacement TA crank decals for ~$10, if that's important to you.)
10-02-13, 02:22 PM
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I will second that and am contemplating buying one at some point - I considered the Soma Randonneur but like the looks of the Rawland much more. Either that or something vintage with a better quality frame, although the S12S has a lot going for it, it's just a bit worse for wear. daf1009 - the tires are Soma B Lines in terracotta and they are listed as a 38mm - I measured mine on Synergy Velocity rims at about 36mm. I hope that answers your question.
10-02-13, 06:17 PM
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Thanks! The TA cranks are the late-issue ones, with the logo laser-etched into the crank, impossible to see from farther than a foot away! I thought about covering them with the classy foil decals, but eh... I'm used to them as is.
11-06-13, 09:03 AM
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Not exactly a randonneur, but the closest I have to it. 1988 Schwinn Voyageur fitted with bags I made.
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11-07-13, 06:04 AM
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Wow all my incomplete questions are going to be answered thanks. This will help me build the ultimate rando bike. thumbs up
11-07-13, 07:34 AM
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Thanks all! I'm not sure I know either!
11-07-13, 08:12 AM
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My Bob Jackson World Tour is a touring bike but could certainly be used for randonneuring or audax events. I originally had it set up more like a randonneur, with a front rack only and 28 mm tires. I've since installed a Tubus Cargo rear rack and 32 mm tires, so it can be used for loaded touring. However, I've been using it more for commuting than touring.
My Waterford RST-22 would make a fine randonneur. It has canti brakes, clearance for tires at least 35 wide, mounts for fenders and racks. This is my best-riding bike and I use it for recreational rides, light touring, commuting and occasional trail rides such as the C&O Canal.
My Waterford RST-22 would make a fine randonneur. It has canti brakes, clearance for tires at least 35 wide, mounts for fenders and racks. This is my best-riding bike and I use it for recreational rides, light touring, commuting and occasional trail rides such as the C&O Canal.
11-07-13, 08:13 AM
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Looks real enough to me. And more details on the bags please - is there a thread on them I missed? Those look very nice.
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11-07-13, 09:27 AM
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No thread on here. I did one on Velospace (I'm fairly active on there). I've been a long time lurker on here, but haven't delved into posting regularly. There's so much on here it's overwhelming and knowing me I'd be on here 24/7.
Here are some in progress photos I snapped while making them:
Sorry to flood with pictures, I posting these in the "Show us your Vintage Touring Bikes" forum the other day, apologies also for the redundancy.
Here are some in progress photos I snapped while making them:
Sorry to flood with pictures, I posting these in the "Show us your Vintage Touring Bikes" forum the other day, apologies also for the redundancy.
11-07-13, 08:00 PM
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Well done amateur Paris-Brest-Paris movie. I would LOVE to attempt this! Not likely though.,,,,BD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8EMe...ature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8EMe...ature=youtu.be
11-14-13, 03:16 PM
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My naked Randonee, a'93 from Yellow Bike.
The saddle is a Belt, everything is stock.
The saddle is a Belt, everything is stock.
06-06-14, 04:48 PM
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My Peugeot PX 10 profiled earlier on the thread was a constructeur.
But it lends itself to conversion to 650B. Mine with Panaracer Paselas had a floaty ride that can be best described as akin to "riding on the clouds."
Once you try riding a 650B, it makes you forget bicycles with fast, skinny tires. There's no comparison in the ride quality.
But it lends itself to conversion to 650B. Mine with Panaracer Paselas had a floaty ride that can be best described as akin to "riding on the clouds."
Once you try riding a 650B, it makes you forget bicycles with fast, skinny tires. There's no comparison in the ride quality.
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Just found. they were hanging in a garage for 31 years.
