199? Univega Via De Oro
07-02-13 | 12:21 PM
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199? Univega Via De Oro
I picked up a Via De Oro last week at my preferred LBS (shout out to Hampshire Bicycle Exchange!), but there is like zero information out there, nevermind pictures. I don't have any of my own pictures at the moment, nor the serial number, but I was hoping someone out there might have some information to help start my search. I am leaning towards a 1993 model based off what I could read on bikepedia because it's a steel frame with suntour shifters and whatnot. It's also a super bright sky blue with "Lawee Design" in neon orange. Any help would be appreciated. I'll update with some pictures when I get home.
Also, from what I've read so far, I got a pretty serious steal. I paid $70, it is all original with literally no scratches, dents, or broken anything. There was a big U lock stuck on it which is why I think they didn't care for it. I paid $5 and a thank you to a friendly welder and it's good as new. I actually didn't pay $70 bucks cash, I traded in a beat 1970s Motobecane Mirage Mixte and came out even
EDIT: Turns out I had it wrong...I have a Via Activa-SE. Hrm.
Also, from what I've read so far, I got a pretty serious steal. I paid $70, it is all original with literally no scratches, dents, or broken anything. There was a big U lock stuck on it which is why I think they didn't care for it. I paid $5 and a thank you to a friendly welder and it's good as new. I actually didn't pay $70 bucks cash, I traded in a beat 1970s Motobecane Mirage Mixte and came out even
EDIT: Turns out I had it wrong...I have a Via Activa-SE. Hrm.
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07-03-13 | 09:42 AM
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EDIT: Turns out I had it wrong...I have a Via Activa-SE. Hrm.
Bummer.
I thought something was fishy when I saw the Suntour, I thought the Via De Oro had Deore level stuff. How about a better pic? Does this have ovalized tubing?
Bummer.
I thought something was fishy when I saw the Suntour, I thought the Via De Oro had Deore level stuff. How about a better pic? Does this have ovalized tubing?
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07-03-13 | 10:28 AM
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Sorry about the blurriness...looked like a clear shot until I uploaded it. It's a no on the ovalized tubing. I'm pretty positive it's a low-end model, but my girlfriend likes it so I can't complain! I can't find any information on the model, anywhere.
07-03-13 | 10:37 AM
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Well at least it will be put to good use. I would jump on a good condition at twice the price you paid for this, they were nice rides.
The Via Activa Es was a pretty decent ride. IIRC they are full Chromo including fork right? that will be an awesome city/trail bike.
The Via Activa Es was a pretty decent ride. IIRC they are full Chromo including fork right? that will be an awesome city/trail bike.
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07-03-13 | 11:09 AM
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Well at least it will be put to good use. I would jump on a good condition at twice the price you paid for this, they were nice rides.
The Via Activa Es was a pretty decent ride. IIRC they are full Chromo including fork right? that will be an awesome city/trail bike.
The Via Activa Es was a pretty decent ride. IIRC they are full Chromo including fork right? that will be an awesome city/trail bike.
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