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06-25-17, 10:06 AM
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My '78 Moto GT. The frame is beautiful. The paint job with hand painted detailing is beautiful. The Japanese components are smooth and dependable, and the wheels are bomb proof. Motobecanes probably converted many cyclists into Francophiles!
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06-25-17, 02:13 PM
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Just acquired from CL as it was a value too good to pass. 
Stripped drive side pedal threads (right crank arm is toast), not a problem with a Nervar replacement crankset available. I believe it to be the 072 model due to barend shifter, Simplex dropouts, stamped fork ends. 62X60cm with 18cm head tube. Unsure of year but like very late 70s or early 80s. Nice fenders, wide enough easily for 30mm tires.
Stripped drive side pedal threads (right crank arm is toast), not a problem with a Nervar replacement crankset available. I believe it to be the 072 model due to barend shifter, Simplex dropouts, stamped fork ends. 62X60cm with 18cm head tube. Unsure of year but like very late 70s or early 80s. Nice fenders, wide enough easily for 30mm tires.
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06-29-17, 03:07 AM
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Mercier 300 upgrade
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I just got this one, the next upgrade for the "Season of the Storms" approaching
I just rode 80km a couple of days ago under heavy rain,and while I managed to save the saddle with a waterproof cover, I felt the leather bar tape getting too "dampy"..!
What do you think?
It's very soft to the touch, I can't wait to try it on!
I think the colour is also good for the build itself
06-29-17, 08:35 AM
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Just acquired from CL as it was a value too good to pass. Stripped drive side pedal threads (right crank arm is toast), not a problem with a Nervar replacement crankset available. I believe it to be the 072 model due to barend shifter, Simplex dropouts, stamped fork ends. 62X60cm with 18cm head tube. Unsure of year but like very late 70s or early 80s. Nice fenders, wide enough easily for 30mm tires.
Stripped drive side pedal threads (right crank arm is toast), not a problem with a Nervar replacement crankset available. I believe it to be the 072 model due to barend shifter, Simplex dropouts, stamped fork ends. 62X60cm with 18cm head tube. Unsure of year but like very late 70s or early 80s. Nice fenders, wide enough easily for 30mm tires.
06-29-17, 09:34 AM
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my new Look kg 96 - made by tvt in france one supposes-
Japanese drivetrain but a surprise seatpost (at least to me)
Japanese drivetrain but a surprise seatpost (at least to me)
06-29-17, 10:36 AM
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06-29-17, 10:46 AM
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Thanks.
I bought it because it is unique in several ways to my other bikes. But those 27" wheels are a goner before the summer ends. 27" wheels, heavy tires and thick Schrader tubes make for less than a responsive ride.
06-29-17, 11:02 AM
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Everything else being equal, I prefer 700c as well. But if these are decent alloy rims, you might just want to buy a decent quality 27 x 1 and 1/4 tire (like a panaracer pasela). It's easy enough to convert shraeder to presta.
06-29-17, 11:13 AM
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Too old to ride anything but my best preferences.
06-29-17, 11:14 AM
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Hello there,
I just got this one, the next upgrade for the "Season of the Storms" approaching
I just rode 80km a couple of days ago under heavy rain,and while I managed to save the saddle with a waterproof cover, I felt the leather bar tape getting too "dampy"..!
What do you think?
It's very soft to the touch, I can't wait to try it on!
I think the colour is also good for the build itself
I just got this one, the next upgrade for the "Season of the Storms" approaching
I just rode 80km a couple of days ago under heavy rain,and while I managed to save the saddle with a waterproof cover, I felt the leather bar tape getting too "dampy"..!
What do you think?
It's very soft to the touch, I can't wait to try it on!
I think the colour is also good for the build itself
I have never tried leather bar tape, but I have really enjoyed Fizik Microtex tape. Feels like leather, wears like kevlar, cleans up like polyester - I've installed white tape multiple times because it is so easy to maintain.
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06-29-17, 11:17 AM
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Said the man with a quart can of tubular glue.
I really love doing 27"-700c conversions. Never had a problem with brake reach and the extra 4mm is typically enough to go up to 700x38 tires on the old frames (for those of us of the "fat tire" persuasion).
I really love doing 27"-700c conversions. Never had a problem with brake reach and the extra 4mm is typically enough to go up to 700x38 tires on the old frames (for those of us of the "fat tire" persuasion).
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06-29-17, 12:21 PM
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Way out of character for me. 
07-02-17, 02:46 PM
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My 1982 PXN-10 Super Competition IMG_0671 (2).jpg
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07-02-17, 10:00 PM
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Shoot, I even put tubulars on my Peugeot PL8 and it made so much more of a fun ride - even with cheap Yellow Jersey tubular tires.
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07-03-17, 08:36 AM
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Pro CX with no eyelets, Columbus SL 
07-03-17, 10:48 PM
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Found this one on CL and picked it up in Bend, Oregon Sunday afternoon. Just needs a thorough clean, lube and lots of TLC. I believe it is a 1975 Grand Jubile, but unfortunately has a SunTour 7 front derailleur, alloy Italian kickstand, Schwinn rack and steel bars. Should evolve into a nice ride for one of my grand daughters. Don
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Found this one on CL and picked it up in Bend, Oregon Sunday afternoon. Just needs a thorough clean, lube and lots of TLC. I believe it is a 1975 Grand Jubile, but unfortunately has a SunTour 7 front derailleur, alloy Italian kickstand, Schwinn rack and steel bars. Should evolve into a nice ride for one of my grand daughters. Don
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1979 Trek 710; 1981 Trek 412; 1981 Trek 710
1983 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport; 1985 Specialized Allez SE; 1988 Specialized Sirrus; 1989 Specialized Rock Combo
1984 Ross Mt. Hood
1988 Centurion Ironman Expert
1991 Bridgestone RB-1
1992 Serotta Colorado TG
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07-04-17, 11:28 AM
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I posted this before on this thread but since Photo Bucket blocked the pictures I figure I will just post it again. 1972 PX-10.
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07-04-17, 01:10 PM
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Question for the Francophiles: What color and material would the handlebar tape be on a '71 Gitane Super Corsa? I'm thinking black cloth, but need to be certain. This is a time capsule and I want it to be correct and original as possible. Thanks
Lou
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07-04-17, 05:07 PM
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