Show us your Vintage Touring bikes
08-04-11, 04:17 PM
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You're right, Mark. Well spotted. The pics show the bike how I got it. I do not think the levers will return. Probably I will opt for early Dura-Ace levers. Later aero levers are nice because of the ergonomics and the clean optics, but with the non aero access to cables is easier and the bike is more versatile because the bars can be removed easier.
08-04-11, 10:01 PM
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In 1978 Motobécane listed the Grand Jubileé as their top touring bicycle. Not really my idea of a touring bike, but OK, if they say so...
And, though I no longer have it, the Miyata 1000 was something pretty special...
And, though I no longer have it, the Miyata 1000 was something pretty special...
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08-05-11, 02:05 AM
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^ +1, that is one beauty of a bike!
Hmmm, I realized my '83 Expedition isn't here. It's not as pretty with some battle scars, but she's my girl anyway.
1983-84 Specialized Expedition by WNG555, on Flickr
Hmmm, I realized my '83 Expedition isn't here. It's not as pretty with some battle scars, but she's my girl anyway.
1983-84 Specialized Expedition by WNG555, on Flickr
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08-05-11, 03:02 AM
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Thank you for the kind words on the Vittorio. Cool, beautifull - agreed, but at the same time realize that the bike was built with function in mind in 1st instance. This beast is probably a better illustration of that function rulez supreme:
My old Vittorio. 3 pair stays, tandem 48s hub, XTII ....and the original Vittorio built rack and low riders. The butterfly bar is non original. It had drops.
My old Vittorio. 3 pair stays, tandem 48s hub, XTII ....and the original Vittorio built rack and low riders. The butterfly bar is non original. It had drops.
08-05-11, 03:09 AM
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There is something odd with the rear mech on the Strada or at least to me it is odd. It is this adjuster barrel on the back of it >>
Does anyone know whether it was an existing variation or is it modified?
Pic also shows the Portacatena feature for use with standard non Portacatena specific drop out.
Does anyone know whether it was an existing variation or is it modified?
Pic also shows the Portacatena feature for use with standard non Portacatena specific drop out.
08-05-11, 04:19 AM
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Neat, I have never seen a Portacatena part that bolts to a standard dropout before... not that I have really seen many at all. I'd guess that RD has been modified, but I am no expert. It's a nice modification, it's one of those things I really miss when it's not present.
That Randonneur is nice. You are right about the function, and a lot of the times that is overlooked. That particular bike looks little more no-nonsense than others with one color and no chrome. Of course it is still striking.
On the functional note, I use a Mercian KOM to ride to work, errands and enjoyment... which is nice... but I have to admit that a full touring bike is definitely overkill. It's a bike made for hauls much longer than I am using it for.
That Randonneur is nice. You are right about the function, and a lot of the times that is overlooked. That particular bike looks little more no-nonsense than others with one color and no chrome. Of course it is still striking.
On the functional note, I use a Mercian KOM to ride to work, errands and enjoyment... which is nice... but I have to admit that a full touring bike is definitely overkill. It's a bike made for hauls much longer than I am using it for.
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08-05-11, 04:56 AM
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I sold the green bike to someone looking for a top quality bike on which he could commute to the steel plant were he was working. 60km per day. The Vittorio will be trusty, comfortable and still fast companion during all 4 seasons. Original purpose in mind when designing and building this bike were of course long journeys. Speaking of overkill: when I got it the bike had a 2nd lock fitted to the extra pair of stays. I don't know where the bike had been, but in my neighbourhood that is a bit too much.
08-06-11, 08:57 AM
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My 1986 Schwinn Passage, powder coated Snake-Skin Green, I've built it with all new parts from the ground up. I still need to put my fenders and racks on.
08-06-11, 11:03 AM
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I do have a couple of observations...
Is it my imagination or are those guidonnet style brake levers mounted backwards - on the wrong sides of the handlebars? I've always seen those set up to follow the forward bend of the handlebar. That way they would make braking easy with hands positioned at the corners of the bars.
Unusual to see cantilever brakes on the fork... and then a center-pull style caliper on the rear bridge. Not that it would matter since cantilevers are more powerful and most braking tends to be effected with a front brake, anyway. I wonder if that decision was made because the angle of the seatstays would tend to move the location of any brake farther forward beneath the rider. Perhaps there was a concern there could be interference with the legs if the "wider" arms of cantilever brakes were used on the rear of this frame.
Fascinating!
08-06-11, 01:35 PM
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That is a great looking bike!
I do have a couple of observations...
Is it my imagination or are those guidonnet style brake levers mounted backwards - on the wrong sides of the handlebars? I've always seen those set up to follow the forward bend of the handlebar. That way they would make braking easy with hands positioned at the corners of the bars.
Unusual to see cantilever brakes on the fork... and then a center-pull style caliper on the rear bridge. Not that it would matter since cantilevers are more powerful and most braking tends to be effected with a front brake, anyway. I wonder if that decision was made because the angle of the seatstays would tend to move the location of any brake farther forward beneath the rider. Perhaps there was a concern there could be interference with the legs if the "wider" arms of cantilever brakes were used on the rear of this frame.
Fascinating!
I do have a couple of observations...
Is it my imagination or are those guidonnet style brake levers mounted backwards - on the wrong sides of the handlebars? I've always seen those set up to follow the forward bend of the handlebar. That way they would make braking easy with hands positioned at the corners of the bars.
Unusual to see cantilever brakes on the fork... and then a center-pull style caliper on the rear bridge. Not that it would matter since cantilevers are more powerful and most braking tends to be effected with a front brake, anyway. I wonder if that decision was made because the angle of the seatstays would tend to move the location of any brake farther forward beneath the rider. Perhaps there was a concern there could be interference with the legs if the "wider" arms of cantilever brakes were used on the rear of this frame.
Fascinating!
On the levers: Well spotted. The pics show the bike how I got it. I do not think the levers will return. I've decided I will opt for early Dura-Ace levers instead. Later aero levers are nice because of the ergonomics and the clean optics, but with the non aero access to cables is easier and the bike is more versatile because the bars can be removed easier. With roadbike typical levers the Strada stays close to its roadbike DNA.
On your 2nd observation: I think you're right. It could very well be Jan decided for the centre pull for the tail to avoid a touche with the legs.
08-06-11, 02:02 PM
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1986 Fuji Allegro, happy 25th anniversary.
08-06-11, 03:53 PM
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Miyata 700 GT
08-06-11, 04:52 PM
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1983 Miyata 1000
with original racks
(trying to trade for something 56-58cm...)
(trying to trade for something 56-58cm...)
08-07-11, 01:33 PM
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08-07-11, 02:06 PM
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08-22-11, 09:27 AM
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08-22-11, 10:11 AM
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Very nice Cannondale touring bike.
