Woodrup Light Touring, 1978
03-02-12, 12:50 PM
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Woodrup Light Touring, 1978
I just acquired this 1978 Woodrup touring frame and fork from Hilary Stone. The serial number is 3439. I spoke with the builder at Woodrup, Kevin Sayles, who said that it was built with Reynolds 531, Nervex Professional lugs, and Campagnolo long dropouts. Woodrup Cycles also sold me the frame decals. They are very accommodating. I'm not sure how I'll build it up but I am certain that the frame restoration will be to original specs. I welcome and appreciate any suggestions.
03-02-12, 02:30 PM
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That's going to be a pretty one when you're done.
I guess if it's touring you'll need a nice TA or small BCD Stronglight crankset. That's about all I got for a suggestion.
I guess if it's touring you'll need a nice TA or small BCD Stronglight crankset. That's about all I got for a suggestion.
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Thanks Ex Pres but I won't be doing any touring. I can't take it anymore. At age 67 I did a cross country but I've gotten too old to sleep on the ground. I've just wanted a Woodrup for many years. I enjoy just looking at nice bikes. Crazy huh?
03-02-12, 03:01 PM
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Things that would seem appropriate to me:
- TA or Campagnolo crankset
- MAFAC brakes
- Maybe a Rally RD and NR FD
- A drop bar from a European maker
- Campagnolo or other European hubs
- MAVIC MA2 or other nice European eyeleted box rim
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I have a late 70s, early 80s Giro Touring (never bothered to date it). I can't tell you how much I love the way this bike rides! I originally built it with Campy stuff and then switched to all French. It does have a short top tube, which I have mitigated very nicely with Nitto moustache bars. Enjoy... I know you will!
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The beauty of Woodrup framesets is that they look/work great with any build! My first Woodrup ended up Campy, and Phil Wood. The Woodrup I have now is all Shimano with MAFAC brakes (build subject to change any time). Looking forward to seeing yours built 
Cheers,
Chris
Cheers,
Chris
03-02-12, 05:48 PM
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Now that's what I'm talking about! I have a pair of Nitto Moustashe bars. I like yours. I also have a bunch of French components which include two TA Pro 5 vis cranks, Simplex, and Huret. I like that bike!
I have a late 70s, early 80s Giro Touring (never bothered to date it). I can't tell you how much I love the way this bike rides! I originally built it with Campy stuff and then switched to all French. It does have a short top tube, which I have mitigated very nicely with Nitto moustache bars. Enjoy... I know you will!
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I had one with Shimano 600 hubs/CR18s, Gen 1 DuraAce sidepulls, Huret Duopar front and rear, and a Specialized/Sugino road triple.
03-02-12, 09:04 PM
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Beautiful frame!!! Can't go wrong with any of the above.
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How much did you have to pay for shipping? And import duties? I always love checking out Hilary's website, he has so much cool stuff that I've never even heard of before, the guy is an encyclopedia of British bikes. I know I'm gonna buy one from him some day, but the shipping charges really add a lot to the price.
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Shipping and handling sometimes cost more than the bike you're buying. Right now Hilary's cost to North America is 90 GBP. That's about 144 USD as I write this. Here's the way I try to justify it; shipping and handling cost are always going to be there no matter where you make the purchase. I have confidence in dealing with someone like Hilary Stone. He has an established reputation. I'm willing to pay for that. I've bought three frames from him and have not incurred import duties. Yes, he does have a lot of cool stuff.
How much did you have to pay for shipping? And import duties? I always love checking out Hilary's website, he has so much cool stuff that I've never even heard of before, the guy is an encyclopedia of British bikes. I know I'm gonna buy one from him some day, but the shipping charges really add a lot to the price.
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I'm typically not a fan of the chunk wrap-around seatstay that I've seen on so many bikes, but the one on that woodrup is absolutely gorgeous! I'm sure it'll look great however you build it up!
03-02-12, 10:39 PM
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They also did non-wrap around stay caps:
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