cooperryder

Nicely done ridesoldtrek!

My type of build!

ridesoldtrek

Thanks! Need a 'bumper sticker' that says My Other Bike is a Vintage TREK

AdventureManCO 

As soon as we are done w/ our flooring project I plan to service the hubs and get it out on the road - I'll let you know!

Between this and the '81 957 I have, I can see why the author/webmaster of Vintage Trek calls the early 80s 7xx and 9xx bikes the 'zenith' of Trek frame production. There are a few finishing touches that frame has that this '79 doesn't, but this one is in my size and the paint is one of the coolest colors I've seen on a bike.

Sedgemop 

This aligns with my experience. The '82 950 I had sported some nice details and was a pretty well made frame, I thought. Was pretty sure I was done with Treks, but this thread is making me want another Columbus tubed Trek. They really are nice bikes.

jPrichard10 

It's been a long time since I've posted an update on the 910. I haven't changed much since I got it; Campy Ti Record seatpost and Brooks Cambium saddle are a mainstay of my stable, as are the Shimano spd pedals. I swapped the crank set for an SR Apex touring, one of my favorite compact doubles. Wheels came off a different Trek I bought recently -- 1st Gen Phil's and Wolber Gentleman 81 rims. I haven't changed the tires yet, these will probably get Clement Stradas 700x32 or maybe I'll splurge for the Herse tires.

dpicare26

The paint of this era Treks are almost always spectacular:


1987 Elance 330. Reynolds 531.

Romany275

1992 Trek 950

mountaindave 

That's a sick find! Last of the lugged steel, production line ATB's!

AdventureManCO 

I looked and I don't think I ever responded to you, about how this bike rode. Honestly, it rides great for how it is setup - which is poorly, currently. Riding no hands, it tracks dead straight, although I think it might have a very light shimmy at speed no handed, but not quite as pronounced as my Pro Series 560. Not a huge issue to me with either bike, since I don't really plan on riding them no handed, but good to be aware of.

The kids had a great doctor's appt today, so to celebrate, the wife had the idea of a bike ride to Sonic. Well I'm not one to say no, on either account!

I looked in the garage, and saw my Clang find Trek 600 hanging up and thought 'what the heck', I haven't ridden it in a while, let's get it down!

Cleaned all the bikes up, aired them up and off we went. Wow. Turns out I need to ride this bike more often. Just completely satisfactory on every level, a real joy to ride! It hits higher-than-average marks in ever category - acceleration, nimbleness, comfort, speed, handling, etc. Probably the best road manners of any bike I have. So glad I picked this one up! Thanks again Clang!

I know these have the 'uni-lug' headtube/lug combo up front, but if it leads to any problems down the road, I might just pull a scarlson and throw a headtube w/ some legit lugs on it and call it a day! I do have to admit that right now this one rides nicer than the Trek 930, but that bike is poorly setup, with a mish-mash of components, and sort of terrible wheels (and the rear has a nice 'hop' in it as well). This 600 had its component group replaced with all slightly newer vintage (than the frame) 105, and everything is nice, tight and crisp. I really should rebuild the thing from the ground up. I rebuilt the hubs, but the bike deserved more. I can heartily recommend a Trek 600 if you are looking for something that can deliver the goods. 100%.

jamesdak 

Well it's been around 4 years since I shared this one and it's been changed a bit. Here's the Y-77 I found NOS on Ebay with it's current configuration. I still have to admit that this one one fine riding bike despite my preference for steel frames.

steine13

Learned Friends:

This bike caught my attention at our co-op here in Lansing, Michigan.
The serial # is 54285, making it a 1983 520 per vintage-trek.com. The size is 22.5" or 58 cm.
Reynolds 501 frame, "chrome-mangalloy" fork, and sport-touring equipment..see the catalog picture below.
The lighting was not good, there was plenty of work to be done, so I shot a few not-so-good pictures.

It was certainly ridden but shows no heavy wear or signs of rust or mistreatment. The equipment is largely original, or period correct. Flick stand and all.

This puppy will need serious attention to be made right, but I kinda like it. It's on the short side for me -- 24 is my preferred size -- but it might work for a friend who's looking for wheels. Given the tire clearance, it's just begging to be 650b'd.

The official co-op plan™ is to sell it in the spring, presumably after going through it properly.
Anybody want to venture a guess as to fair value as it sits?

(Yes I know there's a thread for valuations. But this is where old Treks go and I thought y'all would want to see it.)

cheers -mathias

Jacob_R_59 

Hi All,

I last posted pictures of my 65cm Trek 620 (frame supplied by RiddleofSteel, mods by Gugie) in January.

The bike is now complete. Unfortunately my right knee is jacked up (Bursitis) and I still haven’t test rode it…

Here’s an overall view. That’s a Randi-Jo Fabrications waxed canvas saddle cover on my Brooks Professional saddle.

Gugie custom built rack, direct mounted Mafac brakes & fenders. Wheels custom built by Olympia, WA frame builder Corey Thompson.

New brake bridge and those direct mounted Mafac brakes.

Taillight wiring is routed through the frame, exiting through the BB shell and inside the fender’s rolled edge to the taillight.

175mm Specialized triple “flag” cranks run as 36/30 double, Dura-Ace 7700 FD

Gugie extended the Berthoud decaleur arm to better locate my handlebar bag.

No Gugie-modded bike is complete without the “Gugificazione!” decal🏆🏅

theblackbullet

Everyone loves the 650b conversion, but don't forget the ol 700c conversion! My 83 520 cleared 700x38 with ease!

cooperryder

Well. done!!!

That's an outstanding bike!!!

So many nice details.

Enjoy and safe riding.

Jacob_R_59 

Thank you. I’m looking forward to riding it!

georges1

The two Trek SLR MTBs project are officially finished

RiddleOfSteel

Sitting inside today after taking my '84 620 out for a chilly 35° ride yesterday. Ideally, I'd find a nice 39T middle ring to erase the last vestiges of the factory 50/45/28t half-step setup, but snagging a 53T big ring last week was a step in the right direction for hill descent fun. The Shimergo arrangement, post-repair on the right shifter, works well (9-speed Daytona Ergos w/ old pull ratio, 10-speed Chorus long cage RD, Shimano 8-speed cassette). Maybe it's a Shimergour or Shimergotour because of the Suntour BL front derailleur.

Anyway, updated photo from other 620 photo touring..


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ehcoplex 

That's a sharp ride! Are those 27", or 700c wheels? What width tires are you getting away with?

RiddleOfSteel

Thanks! These are 700C wheels (Pacenti Brevet rims) with Compass 35mm tires and they measure true to claimed size. It's also all the tire I can put on it, with the limiting factor being the fork crown's vertical clearance, followed by chain stay width/clearance. Those "27 x 1 1/4" tires must be closer to 28mm (as many often were) to be able to work with any fenders that would have likely been installed on this. I'd run 700x32mm tires if I went with fenders. Thankfully I don't have to do that since my '85 620 has them.

mountaindave 

Looking tight!

Shimergour sounds more like a French word that describes “one who uses a combination Shimano-Ergo Power drive train.”
Shimergotour sounds closer to the name of an 80’s touring bike, which it is. (Just my two cents.)

If you’re looking for a good place for your 50/45 rings, Mountaindave’s Home for Wayward Half-Steps always has an opening… ​​​​​​​

ehcoplex 

To each their own, of course, but having only really 'discovered' half-step a few years ago, I LOVE half-step! I kind of wonder if half-step preference skews toward riders with a high(ish) cadence.....?

mountaindave 

I’m a bit of a masher myself, I often have to consciously shift down and spin on climbs.

I just love the consistent shift ratios. One of my biggest complaints with 1X systems is that they start 11-13-15-etc. Those are huge gaps at the top end where I want to fine tune my cadence. But I digress…

RiddleOfSteel

Thanks! The 50/45 rings are in beautiful shape, and the 50t has a chain catching pin, something my SR 53t doesn't. Thankfully since it's an Ergo shifter at the helm, the front derailleur shifting is a civilized (and not a chain-chucking) affair. Probably also helps that the Suntour front derailleur takes its time with its longer arm. I will keep you in mind!

I do like the half step logic, especially with 5- and 6-speed systems. If I wasn't so set on wanting to fly down hills while pedaling, then keeping the 620's (or any tourer's) original gearing. That half step makes an effective 10- or 12-speed cassette out back, and the ratios in between ratios is nice to have to keep cadence where we want/need it. And on the flats, I wouldn't be bothered with a 14t or 13t small cog on the freewheel. If anything, those old "low top speed" cog/ring combinations are great propaganda: "Oh, man, I'm in the big ring and near the small end of the freewheel. I am a powerhouse!" 53t big ring life has one riding in the middle of the cassette, if not a touch to the lower side. It's a lot to live up to, but it was a blast bombing down the hill. Summer time with less wind and some more base in the legs would net faster speeds. 620 dead stable (hoods or drops) with excellent braking and confident cornering.

mountaindave 

I have created some custom FW’s with 13t and 12t high gears for just that reason. It’s nice to have just one more gear to push downhill. I may have a spare if you’re interested in trying one out.

If you’re using 110BCD, I might have a 38t to sweeten the deal, but condition may be less than what you need. (Unless Biopace is your jam!)

Before we totally derail this thread, PM for further deets.

jPrichard10 

Well, it's been a little while:


Recently acquired this frame. Everything matches an 81 or 82 950 except the custom paint and missing serial number. Still building it up, hopefully can have it dressed before the weekend.

Finished this Trek 640. Technically "for sale" although the market is slow right now and I'm not rushing to offload it.


And last, my wife's 510, all powder coated up. I got this frame from @thumpism a few years back and it's finally near completion!