Wester Ross bike with new pictures 08/03

[gacks]

It was a nice bike and yes , keep things simple for best results

I am intrigued. Was it a keeper in the end? Lovely colour

 

[biggs682]

I am intrigued. Was it a keeper in the end? Lovely colour

No i sold it in the end , cant keep them all and it didnt make a big enough spot of affection like some bikes do

 

[gacks]

Ah shame. I am on the lookout for one.
Definite heart vs head process

 

[biggs682]

Ah shame. I am on the lookout for one.
Definite heart vs head process

Good luck with finding one , i have seen a few come up on the old ctc forum as most of them were touring bikes

What size are you looking for ?

 

[Swetters]

Well another 18 mile ride today and apart from a couple of bad gear changes it was very good. Still impressed and enjoying the Wester Ross it's very smooth to ride .

And the new Continental tyres are rolling along nicely too .



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Hi Mr Biggs
I have just caught site of your wonderful Wester Ross.
Magnificent and I wish mine looked as good as yours.
Do you know if the register is still running as it's not showing up for me anywhere?
Would love to chat on the subject sometime.
Best
Swetters

 

[biggs682]

@Swetters hi
yes it was a great bike to have the pleasure of owning but sadly it was sold a while back
i eventually got a reply from the register and will post a link when i can find it , not sure if still running though
do you have any pictures of yours ?

 

[scot in germany]

Hi everyone, just joined as I’ve now at last restored my Wester Ross, frame JSC 230
bought in 1988 just as I started University 2nd Hand from a shop near Glasgow. Original owner sold having stopped cycling. Made 1980.
Living in Germany now since 2009 after leaving Scotland and finally brought it over in October 18 after it being in my parents garage in Glasgow.

 

[scot in germany]

Made it a hybrid city bike style as dropped bars didn’t work with newish shimano Deore De 21 speed group set. As I’m 6’3” it’s also a little better in riding position. Took it out for 1st test run in 20 yrs and still a gorgeous ride!

 

[biggs682]

Made it a hybrid city bike style as dropped bars didn’t work with newish shimano Deore De 21 speed group set. As I’m 6’3” it’s also a little better in riding position. Took it out for 1st test run in 20 yrs and still a gorgeous ride!

Welcome @scot in germany that's a fine looking bike for sure and if that style bars woeks for you that's all that matters

 

[mikeymustard]

Welcome @scot in germany that's a fine looking bike for sure and if that style bars woeks for you that's all that matters

Absolutely! If it makes the bike more rideable then go for it. The important thing is another great frame back on the road

 

[scot in germany]

TBH experimenting with the idea bar/changer combination, still getting all the new components bedded in before deciding

 

[biggs682]

TBH experimenting with the idea bar/changer combination, still getting all the new components bedded in before deciding

No rush it's got to be right

 

[biggs682]

Just found this Wester Ross on facebook market place

View: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1726844210764013

 

[midlife]

Those are long lugs!

 

[randynewmanscat]

Those are long lugs!

The lugs are Haden Concord, I have these on a similar frame.