WTB: tiny touring frame/fork
04-22-24, 04:12 PM
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Today while looking for the addy for St. Louis bike works I noticed they have quite a few smaller frames on the site and for around $50 each. It might be another source for the height challenged riders. Smiles, MH
04-26-24, 10:32 AM
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Have a tiny 47/50 CTC seattube/toptube Scwhinn Voyageur mid early 80s full on touring bike. I'm 5'5" and it's a little cramped for me. Looks to be completely original Japan made with Tange Champion DB tubing lugged frame and fork. 40/36 sealed bearing 27" wheels. Gearing for days with a Shimano Tourney XT drive train and Shimano 600 5spd freewheel.
since the wheels have seen better days I tossed a 700c wheel on just to see if they would work and the stock Dia Compe cantilevers reach with no problems and has clearance for days. Has a 32mm Gravel King on and could easily fit a 35 or even a 38 tire.
since the wheels have seen better days I tossed a 700c wheel on just to see if they would work and the stock Dia Compe cantilevers reach with no problems and has clearance for days. Has a 32mm Gravel King on and could easily fit a 35 or even a 38 tire.
04-26-24, 06:48 PM
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I see smaller touring bikes for sale quite often. Smaller framed C&V bikes just don't sell very well. I don't know where you are but here is a $30 Maruishi Tourace in Chico, CA:
https://chico.craigslist.org/bik/d/c...739452757.html
Here is a nice Bridgestone T700 in Stockton $450
www . facebook . com/marketplace/item/346776431733854
Another option would be mixte bikes. There are TONS of mixte frames around the 19" size. The ones with center pull brakes typically will have adequate tire clearance for some decently fat tires.
https://chico.craigslist.org/bik/d/c...739452757.html
Here is a nice Bridgestone T700 in Stockton $450
www . facebook . com/marketplace/item/346776431733854
Another option would be mixte bikes. There are TONS of mixte frames around the 19" size. The ones with center pull brakes typically will have adequate tire clearance for some decently fat tires.
04-27-24, 04:36 AM
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Death fork? Naaaah!!
I have a 48cm Fuji Touring out in the barn. Want pics?
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04-30-24, 05:21 AM
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Not sure if this would be of interest. Bought it for my grand daughter (5" 1" with short legs) then found something else she liked more. Frame, fork and wheels available...
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