Originally Posted by TiHabanero

… Our shop carried Miyata bikes from 1980 to the very end. I have personally owned and ridden several 310's, a 912, Team Miyata, two 610's,a 1000, and two Ridgerunners. All fantastic rides in their own right. I will say the 310 is my favorite model as it is a perfect blend of budget friendly and great frame. The 912 and Team were very specific use bikes, ie racing. The 610 was a competent touring bike and the 1000 took it up a notch with a nicer frame, and which I used as a touring machine up to last year. The Ridgerunner from 84 is a different beast from the 85 model and I preferred the 84, but still ride the 85!