Wanted: 55 cm road bike

Hi,

I'd really like to get a 55 cm road bike. I currently have a 55cm jamis sputnik fixed gear bike and enjoy riding it, but would like to get a geared bike to do some longer distances. I'd like an old rather than new bike (in age and looks). What should I be looking for? I've not ridden a geared bike in years and would love some advice/help!

Thanks in advance.

how much is your budget?

I have something special, but it's not what would be considered cheap........

200-300. I wish I had more! Thanks for the reply.

No worries ;0)
Good luck with your hunt

Just to add I'd like an old style racer, with good steel tubing. Thanks again!

Oh and I live in Brighton but could travel to London for a test ride.

What are people's thoughts on Gazelle Champion Mondial? Could I pick one up for around this price?

Hi Jack

Gazelles are wonderful and you might find one for around that price. I have a nice vintage Koga for a little bit less at the moment:

See the ad here: http://www.lfgss.com/thread76906.html

cheers
Peter

This was provisionally sold but waiting over a week and with crap communication I think I'll put it up on offer to you.

Gazelle Champion Mondial A frame - Reynolds 531c

54cm sq

105sc 7 speed Groupset
Wolber GTX2 rims
Rubino tyres
Nitrox saddle
Cinelli 1A with Crits

More pictures of the bike here: http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/54cm%20CM%20A%20frame/built%20with%20105sc/
Frame only here: http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/54cm%20CM%20A%20frame/

£260 posted. Few scratches here and there but all in all a nice build.

I have a matching pair of 105sc pedals I can bung in with the deal too (smooth but not 100% cosmetic condition)