Finally decided to build a "fixey" for riding here in London. "Fixey" lasted for about a day as I soon realised fixed gear and London streets = death wish.So changed to single speed 17t with the original front cassette 54. The frame is circa 1986 and actually feels better going up a hill than my new Trek.
Went pimp and got a red chain used for BMX cycles which weighs a ton but considering weight was not a consideration in this build it was choice for durability. Only maintenance was having to drill out the existing hole for front brake to fit Shimano Tiagra.
noice one geezer. What are those wheels? Single brake on London streets!?. Em, can i get in first, can i have you bike(s), cds, what's your liver like?
ReplyDeleteLove it. NIce raw stainless steel drops for those freezing ice mornings. Peugot are great retros.
ReplyDeleteDead sexy, the read chain rocks....I want one!!!
ReplyDeleteRed chain is very gay
ReplyDeleteSpanglish wheels are Fulcrum and I removed the stickers. You wouldn't want my liver, takes 8 litres after a night on the tiles just to flush the bastard out.
ReplyDeleteAs I don't use the drops I may get the bars cut to where the tape is ... but I'm thinking about it, want to keep the bike as original as possible.
Don't chop 'em, as a Hove Tory cunt MP will tell you, never know when the extra length might come in handy. What about shoes...size 9/10?
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