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Yesterday I had the chance to dig around in the attic of an old cyclist. Among some other stuff I brought home this track bicycle.
There are no traces of decals left, so I have no idea about brand/builder of the frame. It's rusty, but came with some nice parts. The Nervex lugs make me think it's 50s/60s area.
This will be my first track bicycle build.
Basically, I have two ways to go from here:
1) Repaint and build it up with a vintage low rim wheelset with gum wall tyres and an old looking crankset (and bb).
I don't have any of those and I think I won't be able to pay for those, budgetwise.
2) Mix it up a bit. I have a Gipiemme wheelset (white, high rims) but have no clue about the crankset/bb. Doing this would limit my choices of the repaint to white, because I don't think those white wheels will look good on any other color.
So please, let me know what you think and help me out!
If you could help me with an old wheelset with a rear track hub and a crankset, please let me know! I appreciate all input.