My 1982 Trek 613
03-26-13, 08:30 PM
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My 1982 Trek 613
I think I am finally happy with the way it looks. I still need to get a new stem to replace the Specialized one the previous owner added.
Sorry for the terrible pictures. Getting used to my phone camera.
I got the bike in all original condition (Dont worry I still have the original parts) Ive since added as seen in pics a Gyes Gs17a saddle, Bartape is Gyes leather, MKS Touring Pedals, IRD Defiant freewheel, Uno seat post, Nitto bars, Michelin World tours, 27" Sun CR18s. This is my first C&V bike and Im quite sure it wont be my last.
Sorry for the terrible pictures. Getting used to my phone camera.
I got the bike in all original condition (Dont worry I still have the original parts) Ive since added as seen in pics a Gyes Gs17a saddle, Bartape is Gyes leather, MKS Touring Pedals, IRD Defiant freewheel, Uno seat post, Nitto bars, Michelin World tours, 27" Sun CR18s. This is my first C&V bike and Im quite sure it wont be my last.
03-27-13, 05:56 AM
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They are probably the heaviest tire Ive ever mounted but they are very smooth rolling. Idk how they are gonna compare with my Schwalbes for flat protection but the price on them is very reasonable and im not expecting miracles. That said I really like the way they look on the bike and the quality is far superior to the Kenda gumwalls they replaced.
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Job well done! Now that I have a Trek, I am paying attention. Thanks for posting.
03-27-13, 06:06 AM
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Looks good, i love that saddle, and the bar wrap....
03-27-13, 06:10 AM
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Originally Posted by dvsjes28
They are probably the heaviest tire Ive ever mounted but they are very smooth rolling. Idk how they are gonna compare with my Schwalbes for flat protection but the price on them is very reasonable and im not expecting miracles. That said I really like the way they look on the bike and the quality is far superior to the Kenda gumwalls they replaced.
03-27-13, 06:11 AM
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Originally Posted by GordoTrek
Looks good, i love that saddle, and the bar wrap....
03-27-13, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Trick fall
Thanks I need to pick up tires and was looking at those.
03-27-13, 06:24 AM
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Just out of curiosity- why did you choose the 27s instead of 700C?
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
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03-27-13, 06:25 AM
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Are those SunTour Blue Line derailleurs? I just got a set of those, thinking about what to put them on.
How is that Gyes saddle? I tried an earlier model sold by V-O a few years ago, and did not like it at all.
How is that Gyes saddle? I tried an earlier model sold by V-O a few years ago, and did not like it at all.
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Originally Posted by The Golden Boy
Just out of curiosity- why did you choose the 27s instead of 700C?
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
03-27-13, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Road Fan
Are those SunTour Blue Line derailleurs? I just got a set of those, thinking about what to put them on.
How is that Gyes saddle? I tried an earlier model sold by V-O a few years ago, and did not like it at all.
How is that Gyes saddle? I tried an earlier model sold by V-O a few years ago, and did not like it at all.
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Originally Posted by The Golden Boy
Just out of curiosity- why did you choose the 27s instead of 700C?
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
Although I'm happy with the 27s on my 620- I'm kind of limited to them because of my canti posts.
03-27-13, 08:58 AM
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Beautiful Bicycle. Would love a 620 or 720 from that era!
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03-27-13, 01:38 PM
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I have the identical bike, although at present, it's bone stock. You've certainly turned a Plain Jane into something quite pretty. Good job.
03-28-13, 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Ancient Mariner
I have the identical bike, although at present, it's bone stock. You've certainly turned a Plain Jane into something quite pretty. Good job.
04-06-13, 02:22 PM
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Since I recently got a 1983 500 I put the rack and bottle cage back onto the 613 and cleaned it up a bit to compare the frames. Not much difference
04-06-13, 10:53 PM
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Well, I like what you've done with the bike a lot! (plus I like 1982!)
If you plan to use it as a touring bike you'll need to add a front rack also. If you don't intend to tour, you may want to lose the rear rack, add a small front randonneur style rack, and add aluminum fenders. Either way, you're set!
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If you plan to use it as a touring bike you'll need to add a front rack also. If you don't intend to tour, you may want to lose the rear rack, add a small front randonneur style rack, and add aluminum fenders. Either way, you're set!
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04-07-13, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Saguaro
Well, I like what you've done with the bike a lot! (plus I like 1982!)
If you plan to use it as a touring bike you'll need to add a front rack also. If you don't intend to tour, you may want to lose the rear rack, add a small front randonneur style rack, and add aluminum fenders. Either way, you're set!
If you plan to use it as a touring bike you'll need to add a front rack also. If you don't intend to tour, you may want to lose the rear rack, add a small front randonneur style rack, and add aluminum fenders. Either way, you're set!
04-07-13, 07:15 PM
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Very nice! Looks like there's a lot of vintage Trek love going around right now (I've been away for a while). Congratulations on a great looking bike!
But - you have too much rear brake line...
But - you have too much rear brake line...
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04-07-13, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by ctmullins
Very nice! Looks like there's a lot of vintage Trek love going around right now (I've been away for a while). Congratulations on a great looking bike!
But - you have too much rear brake line...
But - you have too much rear brake line...
07-08-13, 06:06 PM
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Finally found a front rack that looks similar to the original Blackburn rear rack. Its a Soma alloy rack.
I think It matches pretty well.
I rigged my Nike Skateboard Backpack into a front rack bag sort of. The board straps attach to the handlebar easily. It looks like it might be a good match for a Green Carradice Rear rack bag as well.
I think It matches pretty well.
I rigged my Nike Skateboard Backpack into a front rack bag sort of. The board straps attach to the handlebar easily. It looks like it might be a good match for a Green Carradice Rear rack bag as well.
