Vintage hybrids? Maybe not so bad after all...
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My Nishiki is a 24". It was made in the Raleigh plant in Kent, WA. I think they also made Univegas there. So you might want to keep an eye open for those three brands. The Nishiki has proven to be a very capable platform. I paid $100 for the bike but with upgrades I have several times that invested in it.
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I had a Trek 730 Multitrack built from TrueTemper steel for a while and really think they fly under the radar. They have all of the features that many folks are looking for these days: steel tubing, canti brakes, 700c wheels with room for monstrously wide tires, braze-ons for racks and such, touring gearing. Is there a reason to get a Surly LHT when you can score one of these for 1/10th of the price?
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Also I am interested in the treks that have 520 geometry, are the seat tubes and top tubes the same proportions as a road bike? On my schwinn the seat tube is 22" and the top tube is 24", so it would be too long to use drop bars and if I found one with a short enough TT the seat tube would probably be too short. Not that I need drop bars, I actually enjoy the flat bars greatly, but if I were to buy another one I would prefer to do a drop conversion so the trek interests me.
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Nice! Is that orange or red? Or orange-ish red?
Also I am interested in the treks that have 520 geometry, are the seat tubes and top tubes the same proportions as a road bike? On my schwinn the seat tube is 22" and the top tube is 24", so it would be too long to use drop bars and if I found one with a short enough TT the seat tube would probably be too short. Not that I need drop bars, I actually enjoy the flat bars greatly, but if I were to buy another one I would prefer to do a drop conversion so the trek interests me.
Also I am interested in the treks that have 520 geometry, are the seat tubes and top tubes the same proportions as a road bike? On my schwinn the seat tube is 22" and the top tube is 24", so it would be too long to use drop bars and if I found one with a short enough TT the seat tube would probably be too short. Not that I need drop bars, I actually enjoy the flat bars greatly, but if I were to buy another one I would prefer to do a drop conversion so the trek interests me.
Here's the bike "as bought" from the local bike shop. First thing I did was replace the saddle, ditch the reflectors, and adjust the angle of the bar-ends.
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Oh, and some of these bikes might be subject to a Shimano crank recall. The cranks are numbered FC-CT90, FC-M290 and FC-MC12. These numbers are located on the back or inner side of the right crank arm.
(My Nishiki above had those cranks originally; Shimano fixed them in '09. My LBS just replaced a broken crank under this recall last month; Shimano still honors it.)
(My Nishiki above had those cranks originally; Shimano fixed them in '09. My LBS just replaced a broken crank under this recall last month; Shimano still honors it.)
I'll have to see what my LBS's response will be.
PS... Some nice hybrid builds posted! I'm also a fan of the 700C hybrid. I just picked up a not-so-CV 2002 Giant Cypress LX 23" frame yesterday. I'm digging into my parts bin for a cross/hybrid frankenbike. It will be united with a rigid steel fork instead of the factory suspension fork.
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Any LBS that is an authorized Shimano repair center/dealer should be able to do the recall work. My LBS was not Shimano authorized, but they went through the motions to do it. It look about 2-3 months for Shimano to do the paperwork. Chances are if your LBS is not Shimano authorized, there is another one nearby that is. Here is the info on the recall directly from the Consumer Products Safety Commission. There is a number there for Shimano to call if you can't find a Shimano dealer. The recall involves replacing: Crank, bottom bracket, front derailleur & chain. The new cranks don't look as spiffy as the old ones, but they are functional. It's a nice way to get some new components on an old bike for free.
It looks like the Schwinn Crosscut is The classic early hybrid.
It looks like the Schwinn Crosscut is The classic early hybrid.
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What size is it? Don;t be greedy now, spread the love! I'll double your money
I recently picked up a Trek 730 (I think) with 700c 36 spoke wheels and cantilever brakes for $50. The plan was to use the bike as a donor (the wheels on a touring bike project, and other bits would go in the bins for future projects) but just looking at the bike, which is in really good shape, it looks like it could be worthwhile in its own right. My only problem is that I've already got more bikes than I've got space....[/QUOTE]
I hate to admit it, but I think this may be the most fun bike I've ever ridden. It's almost as fast as a road bike, but you can ride over / through seemingly anything with it I took it on some mountain bike trails and was extremely impressed. Very comfortable and versatile bike.
It probably weighs ~24lbs. XTR 8 speed shifter, XT derailleur, 35c ritchey speedmax tires.
It probably weighs ~24lbs. XTR 8 speed shifter, XT derailleur, 35c ritchey speedmax tires.
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I have had pretty good luck with my '91 Schwinn CrossCut. The second picture is of my '93 Trek Multi Track.
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I found the photos of the hybrids I have, all of when I first got them. The Giant is just that with a 23" frame.
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Hybrids are like minivans: Both are good ideas, both are handy, but nobody is completely comfortable being seen by a hot girl with either one.
Got me one of each by the way.
Got me one of each by the way.
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I've been keeping my eyes out for the right hybrid to build up, but wanting a large steel women's frame really limits my options...
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I really love it when people post there old hybrids in the hybrid forum. I'm going to rebuild my 92-93? Giant Innova with dropbars I've owned almost since new but it will have to wait till after I've had my upcoming spinal surgery.
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Here's an old one, 1950s Bianchi Sport.
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Although I do agree it hard to explain to that certain someone "Yes I am single, no I do not have kids" when they see my Windstar after dinner. LOL
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I would never consider this a hybrid, this a beautiful city bike and one anyone should be proud to own and ride.
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But I would imagine you don't need to explain "if the van is a rockin', don't come a-knockin'."
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If it is rocking I am likely trying to get my cycling shorts on
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Tee hee...
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When I said one of each, I meant hybrid, hot babe, and a minivan. 1999 Plymouth Caravan. Gots cranky-up windows and sippy cup holders & all.
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After searching for a hybrid Trek for a while, I found a really nice mid-90s 720 MultiTrack on Craigslist, made an offer, but before I could get to it the guy sold it. A few days later I went to checkout an equally nice Bianchi hybrid, but it was too small for me. On a whim I stopped by a bike shop that I knew sold older bikes... and what did I find... the very same Trek I was going to buy off CL. Being that it was in a retail shop, the guy had marked up the price considerably. After giving him my sob story about how I was supposed to buy the bike, but wasn't able to get there as quick as I had hoped, the guy graciously knocked the price way down. By doing so, he has now garnered himself a devoted customer, so I'm sure he'll earn more off of me than what he lowered the price of the bike by. Now I know there are deals to be had on these bikes and most people wouldn't spend much on a MultiTrack, but I don't care about that. I love the look, design, and fit of the bike.
With that said, I want to convert it into a light tourer with drops, bar end shifters, etc... Yes, that seat has to go!
Hopefully I'll have some updates made within the next month, as I'm really looking forward to putting some miles on this bike.
Here is the starting point:
With that said, I want to convert it into a light tourer with drops, bar end shifters, etc... Yes, that seat has to go!
Hopefully I'll have some updates made within the next month, as I'm really looking forward to putting some miles on this bike.
Here is the starting point:
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I hate to admit it, but I think this may be the most fun bike I've ever ridden. It's almost as fast as a road bike, but you can ride over / through seemingly anything with it I took it on some mountain bike trails and was extremely impressed. Very comfortable and versatile bike.
It probably weighs ~24lbs. XTR 8 speed shifter, XT derailleur, 35c ritchey speedmax tires.
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Cool bike Mike, but what is the machine in the background?
After searching for a hybrid Trek for a while, I found a really nice mid-90s 720 MultiTrack on Craigslist, made an offer, but before I could get to it the guy sold it. A few days later I went to checkout an equally nice Bianchi hybrid, but it was too small for me. On a whim I stopped by a bike shop that I knew sold older bikes... and what did I find... the very same Trek I was going to buy off CL. Being that it was in a retail shop, the guy had marked up the price considerably. After giving him my sob story about how I was supposed to buy the bike, but wasn't able to get there as quick as I had hoped, the guy graciously knocked the price way down. By doing so, he has now garnered himself a devoted customer, so I'm sure he'll earn more off of me than what he lowered the price of the bike by. Now I know there are deals to be had on these bikes and most people wouldn't spend much on a MultiTrack, but I don't care about that. I love the look, design, and fit of the bike.
With that said, I want to convert it into a light tourer with drops, bar end shifters, etc... Yes, that seat has to go!
Hopefully I'll have some updates made within the next month, as I'm really looking forward to putting some miles on this bike.
Here is the starting point:
With that said, I want to convert it into a light tourer with drops, bar end shifters, etc... Yes, that seat has to go!
Hopefully I'll have some updates made within the next month, as I'm really looking forward to putting some miles on this bike.
Here is the starting point:
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Chris,
That is a Chandler & Price printing press from 1905. My wife and I run a very small print shop, in addition to our many other ventures. Obviously I like old steel! ;-)
That is a Chandler & Price printing press from 1905. My wife and I run a very small print shop, in addition to our many other ventures. Obviously I like old steel! ;-)