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| Rustypdxbmx |
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I don't know much about road bikes or Gitanes in general, but I was quite excited when a friend of mine gave me a 1970's Gitane TDF. I'm unsure if all the componets are stock, but the bike seems to be in good condition. I live in Portland, Oregon and would like to use the TDF as a commuter bike. Thanks for looking.
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| Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2009 3:20 pm |
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| smilingroadrunner |
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Welcome to the Gitane USA forum.
Good Fortune, Good Luck, Good Karma---a great looking early '70's TdeF, that seems to have come from a good home. The previous owner apparently took excellent care and maintenance of this ride.
It should provide many hours of reliable transportation---Enjoy!!
I Like Steel !!!
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C.A. Salina, Ks. |
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| Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2009 4:55 pm |
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| vanhelmont |
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Beautiful bike!
The only components that jump out at me as non-original are the wide-ratio freewheel and the Suntour (I guess) rear derailleur to shift it. They are a more practical choice for commuting or touring than the original close ratio freewheel would have been.
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| Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2009 6:57 pm |
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| scozim |
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| Very nice looking bike. I'm sure you will enjoy riding it. |
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| Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2009 9:35 pm |
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| verktyg |
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Nice looking bike. Is it red? Red and copper where not very common colors for TdFs.
I guesstimate that it's a late 1973 model: Bocama lugs, Sugino Mighty Compe cranks and Pivo recessed bolt stem. Would have originally had sewups.
This bike is in such nice original condition for being 35 years old, it's a shame to use it for commuting in the rain. I'd get a cheap beater or fixie and save this one for nice rides. JMO
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| | | | | | | | | Re: 1973 TdF | | | | | |
| Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2009 10:11 pm |
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| Rustypdxbmx |
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| verktyg wrote: |
Nice looking bike. Is it red? Red and copper where not very common colors for TdFs.
I guesstimate that it's a late 1973 model: Bocama lugs, Sugino Mighty Compe cranks and Pivo recessed bolt stem. Would have originally had sewups.
This bike is in such nice original condition for being 35 years old, it's a shame to use it for commuting in the rain. I'd get a cheap beater or fixie and save this one for nice rides. JMO
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The paint looks more of an orange color, a red and orange mix. I sure wont ride it in the rain, but I do plan to use it during the dry months on my 4 mile trek to work. After a lube and a tune, as well as tires, it should be ready for the road. Thanks for the comments. |
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