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Really, really nice in that colour. And the lug lining works well there - I'm not usually a fan of it, but that's spot on. Is there another post with spec details, rims in particular?

My only regrets with my Vigorelli are 1) not getting better track ends and now, 2) not getting it in that colour :)

I deliberated a lot over the colour, but I'm glad I stuck with it! The wheels are NOS Campagnolo Omega's laced to 2010 Campagnolo pista hubs. Tyres are Conti gatorskins.

http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=2686&pictureid=15700

Since buying this for £90 on Ebay a couple of weeks ago, it's had a full service, new brake and gear cables with black casing replacing the white. New white Fizik bar tape, Michelin Dynamics gum wall tyres (panaracers were recommended, but more expensive and harder to get hold of so these will do for now) and a borrowed brooks saddle which will be replaced with a San Marco concor light or turbo in due course ( opinions on either and whether to get a tan or white or black saddle welcome)

Good to see Bristol police taking bike theft seriously, even if their perceptions are a little misguided!

Not sure if anyone has posted already, but can't see it after a cursory search, so here you go...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-22639683

This has been built up for some time now, but never posted it in this thread before, so here you go...

http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=2686&pictureid=15611

That actually look well specced despite being a run-of-the-mill frame.

Panaracer Pasela in 25c (or 28c).

Cheers for the tyre recommendation. To be fair, it doesn't weigh too much, and although i've had a quick search on the web, I can't find any details regarding the original spec of the bike. I suspect the wheels have been upgraded though. It has some nice touches too, like the cable routing through the frame and fluted seat post. Also, it has elliptical shaped Biopace chain rings, which I guess were a fad at the time to improve efficiency??

http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=2686&pictureid=15610

Just picked up this Raleigh Elan on Ebay for £90 as a cheap run about / pub bike. Think it's dates to around 1990 - 1992. Reynolds 501 tubing, mostly Shimano Exage / 105 components, and Mavic Open 4CD anodized rims.

The Vittoria tyres and tubes need replacing, as does the bar tape and hoods, but considering it's 20 years old, it's in pretty good condition. Not sure whether to change the bar tape colour and saddle. Any opinions on suitable replacements welcome...

Also, recommendations on decent gum wall tyres would be appreciated. Cheers.

It is indeed a beautiful part of the world, and there's plenty to explore.

Looking for folks to ride with locally now the lighter evenings are upon us...

Only just spotted this thread as i'm on here fairly infrequently... nice collection of tall bikes! This has been posted previously, but seems fitting to include it. 62.2cm's.
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You look really happy riding your bike.[/QUOTE]

Tis true Kattie, my expression in that photo does somewhat betray what is otherwise a sunny disposition... i'll make sure i'm smiling in the next one.

It's pretty tall at 24.5 inches.

Hi. Been lurking around the forum for a little while now, so this post is probably a bit overdue...

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Out for a ride near Chester
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This is absolutely stunning. Nice to see a proper sized frame too!

Worth another look, its THAT nice

Cheers tarboy. The positive feedback is appreciated as a lot of time and effort went into putting it together!

Minter, If your ever up for an excursion somewhere give me a shout!

Sounds good Sam. Always up for a ride. Pretty sure we have some mutual friends, so i'll look you up on the FB, and we'll get something sorted out.

I am indeed, you local?

Yeah, i live near Eccleshall, but spend most of my time at the girlfriends in Chester...

Beautiful!

What rims are those actually?

Thanks Sam. The rims are NOS Campagnolo Omega V 32 hole. I got them from Campyoldy.com.

Sam, am I right in thinking you're from Stoke?

classy build, I like. What tyres are those?

Cheers Sumo. They are Continental Gatorskins.

Also, nice Bob Jackson there.[/QUOTE]

Cheers Malaysian.

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Finished over the weekend. Very pleased with the final result.

i preferred it geared, looked much nicer IMO

We were in two minds about whether to just renovate it. It eventually came down to cost. Removing components rather than paying to have the old ones repaired/serviced or buy replacements was the deciding factor.

pretty soon too
Will definitely be sorted before she rides it.

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Just finished this for the girlfriend. Although, could do with some foot retention and possibly some paint...

Did you have it sandblasted to clean it up? Amazing difference...

Looks really tidy that, really clean and similar size to mine (HUGE! ha)

I want to strip mine and either clear coat or gunmetal grey it with red DT sticker and red lug lining.

Cheers... it's a bit of a beast at 24 1/2 inches but fits me just right. The colour is French Beige enamel... Think clear coat would look good.