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2 MTBs (1 complete, 52ctc [sloped top-tube]; + 1 frame with stem,bars, 50ctc)
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2 Vintage (mostly) Japanese ATBs:1. Miyata Ridge Runner Team built mostly w/ Vintage Shimano components (triple-butted, splined chro-mo)-Standover: 32"-52cm ctc sloping top tube, ATB rims mismatched,…Continue

Tags: 26, mtb, atb, mountain

Started this discussion. Last reply by Peter Richards Nov 7, 2012.

 

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Peter Richards replied to Peter Richards's discussion '2 MTBs (1 complete, 52ctc [sloped top-tube]; + 1 frame with stem,bars, 50ctc)'
"130mm rear drop out spacing/O.L.D. "
Nov 7, 2012
Juan Primo replied to Peter Richards's discussion '2 MTBs (1 complete, 52ctc [sloped top-tube]; + 1 frame with stem,bars, 50ctc)'
"The rear brakes on the Panasonic frame are called U Brakes.  Old skool kool!"
Nov 1, 2012
Todd Boring replied to Peter Richards's discussion '2 MTBs (1 complete, 52ctc [sloped top-tube]; + 1 frame with stem,bars, 50ctc)'
"Can you tell me the rear dropout spacing on the Panasonic? Thanks.........todd"
Nov 1, 2012
Peter Richards posted a discussion

2 MTBs (1 complete, 52ctc [sloped top-tube]; + 1 frame with stem,bars, 50ctc)

2 Vintage (mostly) Japanese ATBs:1. Miyata Ridge Runner Team built mostly w/ Vintage Shimano components (triple-butted, splined chro-mo)-Standover: 32"-52cm ctc sloping top tube, ATB rims mismatched, but the SESansin hubset is matching.-1 brake lever-mount has been cracked, and is in poor visual, but functional shape.-Crank chain-ring-spider is not perfect, but creative use of washers has it aligned okay.-Frame condition is around a "B-": I've noticed a miniscule ding on the t-t, and some paint…See More
Oct 25, 2012
Peter Richards updated their profile
Oct 25, 2012
Peter Richards replied to Brian F Morrissey's discussion 'Fixed-gear bikes showing up in every TV ad lately...'
"(And) For the record, I have no specific allegiance to bullhorns, especially, for street use. My personal preference is towards drop bars."
Oct 25, 2012
Peter Richards replied to Brian F Morrissey's discussion 'Fixed-gear bikes showing up in every TV ad lately...'
"Does everyone realize (if I am not mistaken) that the gag in the  "Portlandia" video referenced by Paul, is that the guy has a coaster-brake rig, not fixed? From a stop, as is reached by the character in the clip, going backwards on a…"
Oct 24, 2012
Peter Richards is now a member of The Chainlink
Aug 8, 2012

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What I ride:
Track, Fixed Gear
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town
About me:
Needing reflectors.

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