An Ironman from the late 80's does look tempting - I like the traditional paint scheme compared to others of theirs. While searching for examples, I came across these bikes in other threads...
Originally Posted by
belacqua
Here is a more representative photo. I think maybe I'll move the 100mm Cinelli stem and (26.4) bar from the Circuit to the Ironman and then put an 80mm stem on the Circuit.
I'll measure it, but does anyone know what diameter the Ironman's Nitto B115 bar should be? Recommendations for an 80mm stem for it? What about recommendations for a 27.0mm seatpost upgrade per RobbieTunes' advice?
Maybe I spoke too soon when I said I found one ride "notably superior" to the other.
Though James Dak appears to know the topic, here's his Schwinn Circuit:
Originally Posted by
jamesdak
Then there's my beloved 87 Schwinn Circuit sporting nice black Athena 11 speed components:
