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Hello all, It's been many months since my last post. At that time my Gitane was identified as a 1975 Gypsy. Heeding the advice of the experts who said not to go crazy on an old "gaspiper" ... |
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Thanks for all the advice. The Sheldon Brown site is loaded.
About stem shifters: In the 25 years ive had the bike it has always had downtube shifters and the reason I was thinking about stem shi ... |
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Gentlemen, Thanks for your posts . I admit Verk that your words stung just a bit but I got the jist i.e. dont overspend.
Also, you guys have got me pegged. I am a total rookie at this, no too ... |
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Thanks Chas,
I realize this is an entry level machine as my son dismissively says: its a "campus" bike. In other words meant to be cheap and then abused.
I'll take your advice on the fr ... |
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Greetings, This is my first posting. I am a semi-retired construction worker from upstate NY. I recently discovered this site and have been learning a lot about this old Gitane that i have. Please ... |
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