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If you like running 28c/32c tires, 70s era bikes are generally a good bet. Most roads bikes of that era had eyelets and what were once called "standard" reach brakes. I've seen very few that can't take 32c tires from that era. I also wouldn't turn my nose up at a 3 main tubes Reynolds bike. French bikes of that era are lovely bikes and they tend to be reasonably priced.

A 1970s Motobecane grand record is a good choice and will likely set you back less than a similar quality British or Italian bicycle.

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