Looking for new fixed gear frame - The Chainlink2024-03-28T19:13:00Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A838464&feed=yes&xn_auth=noYou can PM me an offer if yo…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-21:2211490:Comment:8396822014-07-21T12:13:09.140ZAyeJay_Lovehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/AdamLove
<p><br></br> You can PM me an offer if you'd like. Here's the bike, a mid 80s Univega Gran Premio. Which at the time was their top road bike (or so I've read). All the components are original Suntour Cyclone. </p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35254654?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35254654?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721"></img></a> <br></br> <cite>John said:…</cite></p>
<p><br/> You can PM me an offer if you'd like. Here's the bike, a mid 80s Univega Gran Premio. Which at the time was their top road bike (or so I've read). All the components are original Suntour Cyclone. </p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35254654?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35254654?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721" class="align-full"/></a><br/> <cite>John said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839361&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2211490Comment839361"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Are you selling the Univega?</p>
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</blockquote> Are you selling the Univega?tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-21:2211490:Comment:8393612014-07-21T04:29:32.977ZJohnhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/jplf
<p>Are you selling the Univega?</p>
<p>Are you selling the Univega?</p> Oh, I think I may have heard…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-19:2211490:Comment:8395832014-07-19T22:00:38.120ZAyeJay_Lovehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/AdamLove
<p>Oh, I think I may have heard about that place. They sell used bikes and eat a lot of pizza there, right? </p>
<p>Oh, I think I may have heard about that place. They sell used bikes and eat a lot of pizza there, right? </p> They may have some at this pl…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-19:2211490:Comment:8394212014-07-19T04:20:48.422ZOmar Lopezhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/OmarLopez
<p>They may have some at this place call Workingwheels or WorkingBikes? </p>
<p>They may have some at this place call Workingwheels or WorkingBikes? </p> Not to disagree, but I've had…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-18:2211490:Comment:8394102014-07-18T19:54:05.995Zadhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/AdrianRohrer
<p>Not to disagree, but I've had a Surly Cross-Check for years, which has horizontal drop-outs (similar to the vintage options discussed above), and I've never had a problem with chain tension when running it either fixed or free. Maybe the frame you were using as a conversion had some drop-out alignment issues, but horizontal drop-outs and good chain tension should not automatically be mutually exclusive. </p>
<p>Also, I have to say one huge advantage of using a frame with horizontal drop…</p>
<p>Not to disagree, but I've had a Surly Cross-Check for years, which has horizontal drop-outs (similar to the vintage options discussed above), and I've never had a problem with chain tension when running it either fixed or free. Maybe the frame you were using as a conversion had some drop-out alignment issues, but horizontal drop-outs and good chain tension should not automatically be mutually exclusive. </p>
<p>Also, I have to say one huge advantage of using a frame with horizontal drop outs is how easy it is to get a wheel out if you decide to use a rear fender. Track drop outs can be a pain to deal with in relation to running fenders. <br/> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839219&x=1#2211490Comment839287"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Not really designed for being ridden w/o some sort of chain tensioner (ie a deraileur). The road dropouts don't offer a lot of wiggle room where as the track-style horizontal dropout gives you a huge amount of flexibility<br/> <br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839068&x=1#2211490Comment839067"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Why do you say that? <br/> <br/> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame#2211490Comment838962"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Agree, but found it nearly impossible to get (and maintain) good chain tension. <br/><br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=1&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A838953&x=1#2211490Comment838953"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Love old geared bikes converted. Fuji's, Raleighs, Schwinn LeTours. Cheap as heck and they look great. I have an old Bridgestone (Kabuki) that I love.</p>
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</blockquote> Adam, I have a 57cm Bianchi P…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-18:2211490:Comment:8393822014-07-18T17:40:05.776ZKoltranedhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Koltraned
<p>Adam, I have a 57cm Bianchi Pista (chrome from 2006, decals intact, low miles and stored for the last couple of years). I'd be willing to let it go for the right price as I rarely hit up the velodrome these days. PM to discuss price etc.</p>
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<p>Also, I've had a lot of success running fixed gear on early 70's schwinns with mostly horizontal and longer drop outs. Steel Travelers used to be a dime a dozen at the old working bikes space. Now you have to work a little harder to get one. …</p>
<p>Adam, I have a 57cm Bianchi Pista (chrome from 2006, decals intact, low miles and stored for the last couple of years). I'd be willing to let it go for the right price as I rarely hit up the velodrome these days. PM to discuss price etc.</p>
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<p>Also, I've had a lot of success running fixed gear on early 70's schwinns with mostly horizontal and longer drop outs. Steel Travelers used to be a dime a dozen at the old working bikes space. Now you have to work a little harder to get one. Obviously the head tube angle wont be as vertical as a traditional track bike frame would be. </p>
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<p><br/> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A838437&page=2#2211490Comment839287"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Not really designed for being ridden w/o some sort of chain tensioner (ie a deraileur). The road dropouts don't offer a lot of wiggle room where as the track-style horizontal dropout gives you a huge amount of flexibility<br/> <br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839068&x=1#2211490Comment839067"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Why do you say that? <br/> <br/> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame#2211490Comment838962"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Agree, but found it nearly impossible to get (and maintain) good chain tension. <br/><br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=1&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A838953&x=1#2211490Comment838953"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Love old geared bikes converted. Fuji's, Raleighs, Schwinn LeTours. Cheap as heck and they look great. I have an old Bridgestone (Kabuki) that I love.</p>
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</blockquote> "So let's do that..." Sounds…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-18:2211490:Comment:8390682014-07-18T14:19:31.187ZTominatorhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Tominator
<p>"So let's do that..." <br></br><br></br>Sounds like the perfect frame. <br></br> <br></br> <cite>Adam Love said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839067#2211490Comment839063"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>I actually do have a beautiful Univega Gran Premio (frame has some small rust spots but overall the frame is awesome) with some pretty nice components (all original Suntour Cyclone) that I've been…</p>
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<p>"So let's do that..." <br/><br/>Sounds like the perfect frame. <br/> <br/> <cite>Adam Love said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A839067#2211490Comment839063"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>I actually do have a beautiful Univega Gran Premio (frame has some small rust spots but overall the frame is awesome) with some pretty nice components (all original Suntour Cyclone) that I've been debating converting. The bike is super cool but I know that I will ride it a hell of a lot more if I convert it. And I love the frame. Triple butted chromoly from the 80s!<br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?xg_source=msg_com_forum&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A838437&page=1#2211490Comment838953"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Love old geared bikes converted. Fuji's, Raleighs, Schwinn LeTours. Cheap as heck and they look great. I have an old Bridgestone (Kabuki) that I love.</p>
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</blockquote> Why do you say that? rwein5…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-18:2211490:Comment:8390672014-07-18T14:18:22.646ZTominatorhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Tominator
<p>Why do you say that? <br></br> <br></br> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame#2211490Comment838962"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Agree, but found it nearly impossible to get (and maintain) good chain tension. <br></br><br></br> <cite>Tominator said:…</cite></p>
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<p>Why do you say that? <br/> <br/> <cite>rwein5 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame#2211490Comment838962"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Agree, but found it nearly impossible to get (and maintain) good chain tension. <br/><br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?page=1&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A838953&x=1#2211490Comment838953"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Love old geared bikes converted. Fuji's, Raleighs, Schwinn LeTours. Cheap as heck and they look great. I have an old Bridgestone (Kabuki) that I love.</p>
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</blockquote> I actually do have a beautifu…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-18:2211490:Comment:8390632014-07-18T12:05:01.377ZAyeJay_Lovehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/AdamLove
<p>I actually do have a beautiful Univega Gran Premio (frame has some small rust spots but overall the frame is awesome) with some pretty nice components (all original Suntour Cyclone) that I've been debating converting. The bike is super cool but I know that I will ride it a hell of a lot more if I convert it. And I love the frame. Triple butted chromoly from the 80s!<br></br> <cite>Tominator said:…</cite></p>
<p>I actually do have a beautiful Univega Gran Premio (frame has some small rust spots but overall the frame is awesome) with some pretty nice components (all original Suntour Cyclone) that I've been debating converting. The bike is super cool but I know that I will ride it a hell of a lot more if I convert it. And I love the frame. Triple butted chromoly from the 80s!<br/> <cite>Tominator said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/looking-for-new-fixed-gear-frame?xg_source=msg_com_forum&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A838437&page=1#2211490Comment838953"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Love old geared bikes converted. Fuji's, Raleighs, Schwinn LeTours. Cheap as heck and they look great. I have an old Bridgestone (Kabuki) that I love.</p>
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</blockquote> I have an '08 KHS Flite 100 t…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-07-17:2211490:Comment:8391662014-07-17T23:02:54.939ZJaik S.https://thechainlink.org/profile/JSmith
<p>I have an '08 KHS Flite 100 that's been on my bike trainer for a while. The front fork is bent slightly back but still rideable, and it needs some new tubes/tires. If you're interested, make me an offer. </p>
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<p><a href="http://khsbicycles.com/05_flite_100_08.htm" target="_blank">http://khsbicycles.com/05_flite_100_08.htm</a></p>
<p>I have an '08 KHS Flite 100 that's been on my bike trainer for a while. The front fork is bent slightly back but still rideable, and it needs some new tubes/tires. If you're interested, make me an offer. </p>
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<p><a href="http://khsbicycles.com/05_flite_100_08.htm" target="_blank">http://khsbicycles.com/05_flite_100_08.htm</a></p>