Recently I decided I needed a wet weather bike so having this old frame hanging in the shed, I began hunting for second hand parts to get it on the road as cheaply as possible. That was when I discovered second hand rubbish had become collectable an older quality components cost more than new ones, so my cheap winter bike ended up not being so cheap and is now made up from a mixture of old and new components.
1980 Mercian
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Recently I decided I needed a wet weather bike so having this old frame hanging in the shed, I began hunting for second hand parts to get it on the road as cheaply as possible. That was when I discovered second hand rubbish had become collectable an older quality components cost more than new ones, so my cheap winter bike ended up not being so cheap and is now made up from a mixture of old and new components.
Scilly Suffolk
Über Member
Very classy! Those tyres go with the paint a treat.
However I would, very respectfully and aware that it's practical, suggest that the tail pack is like a pimple on the face of Venus.
However I would, very respectfully and aware that it's practical, suggest that the tail pack is like a pimple on the face of Venus.
biggs682
Itching to get back on my bike's
- Location
- Northamptonshire
thats a glorious bike
Thank's for the compliments. I do agree that the pack under the saddle spoils the look a bit, as do the two rear lights, but the bike is for riding in bad weather and having my back pockets full of tools, waterproofs etc can get a bit uncomfortable.
The rear derailleur is a Shimano Alivio, fitted temporarily until I can find a long arm Campagnolo one at a reasonable price.
The rear derailleur is a Shimano Alivio, fitted temporarily until I can find a long arm Campagnolo one at a reasonable price.
Had no problem fitting the derailleur and is working ok.
Falwheeler
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- Location
- Falmouth Cornwall
Love it, very envious
