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Unca_Sam
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Pake C'Mute Touring/Commuter Build, 1989 Kona Cinder Cone, 1995 Trek 5200, 1973 Raleigh Super Course FG, 1960/61 Montgomery Ward Hawthorne "thrift" 3 speed, by Hercules (sold) : 1966 Schwinn Deluxe Racer (sold)
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My first mountain bike (note the forum name) picked up on my way home, from MA CL. Stored indoors. Hard-dried grease in headset, wheels and bb, made for low asking price, and poor and response, I guess. Purchase was planned for a quick flip, until I actually cleaned it up, but now keeping for utility and to try out some local dirt trails. Chain is soaking to clean.
Can't say I agree with the Mfr's choice of derailleur cable route here. Not like you can change it now!
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