Mercier ??

[woodbutcher]

I know that l shouldn't be looking at other bikes when l have just started a relationship with an Italian but this French temptress keeps popping up....she's not cheap (always a first time). Anyone have a view to share ?
I find that single gold line on the lug above the forks very alluring .http://www.ebay.fr/itm/152453300916?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

 

[Spiderweb]

Is this the same Mercier I posted several weeks ago?
I'm surprised it's still for sale, a lovely bike with a nice Columbus frame and matching Shimano 600 Arabesque group set. Although not currently geared for hills it's definitely worth making an offer.

 

[BalkanExpress]

I know that l shouldn't be looking at other bikes when l have just started a relationship with an Italian but this French temptress keeps popping up....she's not cheap (always a first time). Anyone have a view to share ?
I find that single gold line on the lug above the forks very alluring .http://www.ebay.fr/itm/152453300916?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDXT

And the matching retro kit

https://www.assosfactoryoutlet.com/heritage-pack-coop/

 

[woodbutcher]

Is this the same Mercier I posted several weeks ago?
I'm surprised it's still for sale, a lovely bike with a nice Columbus frame and matching Shimano 600 Arabesque group set. Although not currently geared for hills it's definitely worth making an offer.

Yes it is and l had to make up my mind between the Mercier or the Faggin. Now having saved the one l am wondering about saving the other except for the gearing issue. What would be the best bet to re gear the bike for our hilly part of France ?

 

[Spiderweb]

It depends how hilly but I wouldn't really want to change that lovely chainset. I'd maybe just change the rear cassette and see how that goes. I have a couple of vintage bikes which I occasionally ride, they have similar gearing to the Mercier, I limit their use to flatter rides.
The Faggin looks great by the way. Can I ask how much you paid for it in France?

 

[woodbutcher]

It depends how hilly but I wouldn't really want to change that lovely chain set. I'd maybe just change the rear cassette and see how that goes. I have a couple of vintage bikes which I occasionally ride, they have similar gearing to the Mercier, I limit their use to flatter rides.

Très bonne idée, l wouldn't want to mess with the chain set, you are right it is a beauty.
I will keep my eye on it for a while and count the pennies but l would love to add it to the "stable"

 

[biggs682]

@woodbutcher go and buy now.

Shimano 600 arabesque is one of the nicest looking groupsets out there.

 

[User32269]

@woodbutcher go and buy now.

Get off woodbutchers shoulder!

 

[woodbutcher]

I have just finished watching England demolish Scotland in the Calcutta Cup 6 Nations ...in a happy mood so watch this space re the Mercier

 

[woodbutcher]

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Get off woodbutchers shoulder!

Naughty little devil !!

 

[woodbutcher]

It depends how hilly but I wouldn't really want to change that lovely chainset. I'd maybe just change the rear cassette and see how that goes. I have a couple of vintage bikes which I occasionally ride, they have similar gearing to the Mercier, I limit their use to flatter rides.
The Faggin looks great by the way. Can I ask how much you paid for it in France?

Sorry Spiderweb l didn't see the last part of your quote and of course you can ask how much l paid which was 131. € plus 35. € shipping

 

[Spiderweb]

Sorry Spiderweb l didn't see the last part of your quote and of course you can ask how much l paid which was 131. € plus 35. € shipping

Bargain price, well done.

 

[woodbutcher]

Bargain price, well done.

Still considering the Mercier.....do you think this rear cassette would be sufficient to make a difference?
http://www.ebay.fr/itm/Vintage-Mail...251587?hash=item1a274918c3:g:UW4AAOSw~AVYwCzG