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I've no better idea as to whether this is an authentic Stan Pike and I bought it based on the fact that, whatever it's origin, it seems a high class TT frame of some sort. I love it. Unfortunately the restoration was far from sensitive. Looks like a powder coat of some sort (not a sparkly one thank goodness - the flat white looks quite classy to me). Bad paint job on the "P" pantograph. And the transfers need to be clearcoated. But in a way all that works even better for me as I don't really want a bike that I'm too worried about to ever cycle. I'm gonna build this up as my fairweather ride with the best parts I like to ride ...not a concours restoration.
The bb is a 102 ISO - so I think I'll go with a 90s campy record double if I can find one cheap (rather than find and fit a new bb to work with the sugino mighty).
Back to the issue of its authenticity. If anyone has any more info relating to this particular frame-build or even just some contact information regarding someone related to Stan Pike bikes, then it'd be most appreciated. CrankyFranky the photo of your Pike has been the most positive contribution. The seat-cluster is certainly spot on. The most dubious part of the frame would have to be the recessed brake bolt hole on the rear. Would british builders have been using recessed by 1983?
On the positive side you'd have to wonder who else would be building high-class 1980s single-chainring time trial machines in Reynolds/Columbus tubing with "P"s pantographed into the lugs?
Hey Gipsyrider - Sorry for the late reply - I've been busy... Good for you - Build away! Originally Posted by gipsyrider
Hello Cranky/Hello All,The OP has left the building... and the proud new owner has now entered the conversation.
I've no better idea as to whether this is an authentic Stan Pike and I bought it based on the fact that, whatever it's origin, it seems a high class TT frame of some sort. I love it. Unfortunately the restoration was far from sensitive. Looks like a powder coat of some sort (not a sparkly one thank goodness - the flat white looks quite classy to me). Bad paint job on the "P" pantograph. And the transfers need to be clearcoated. But in a way all that works even better for me as I don't really want a bike that I'm too worried about to ever cycle. I'm gonna build this up as my fairweather ride with the best parts I like to ride ...not a concours restoration.
The bb is a 102 ISO - so I think I'll go with a 90s campy record double if I can find one cheap (rather than find and fit a new bb to work with the sugino mighty).
Back to the issue of its authenticity. If anyone has any more info relating to this particular frame-build or even just some contact information regarding someone related to Stan Pike bikes, then it'd be most appreciated. CrankyFranky the photo of your Pike has been the most positive contribution. The seat-cluster is certainly spot on. The most dubious part of the frame would have to be the recessed brake bolt hole on the rear. Would british builders have been using recessed by 1983?
On the positive side you'd have to wonder who else would be building high-class 1980s single-chainring time trial machines in Reynolds/Columbus tubing with "P"s pantographed into the lugs?
Too bad about the powdercoat, they're just too thick for fine lugwork. But nevermind, the deed is done - and at least now you can be less worried about cosmetics and concentrate on the riding.
I'm still not in doubt about the authenticity of your frame. The brake bolt hole... hhmm I agree it is puzzling, but I think that the brake bridge could have been altered a bit prior to the respray, without even unsoldering the bridge. (Stan Pike used silver solder instead of brazing on the lighter gauge frames). Someone here might be authoritative
as to when recessed brakes first made the scene.
I'm not aware that anyone knows how many frames he produced - a guess is in the mid hundreds. Consequently, there's not many people who are original owners as I am. It's a lonely but happy club!
Hopefully, someone else will chime in, but lacking that, build it up & ride it!
I hope you get it on the road and show us some pictures of your build soon!
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Did you ever try calling the phone number? No doubt the original owner of the bike would answer, tell you its complete story, and offer you the rest of the bikes in his attic.