Bike

Jan 11, 2009 23:47


3 years ago I bought a 1982 bridgestone Spica 10 speed road bike.
The bike has been treating me well but I recently coverted it anyway.
I stripped off all the parts and the frame, fork, headset, and stem. I bought all new parts, painted the frame and put it back together. I'm quite proud because it has been a while since I've started a project and ( Read more... )

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handstil January 12 2009, 14:45:26 UTC
nice!

brakes or no? I can't imagine riding without them but I understand it's done. ;)

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BRAKES! loveandtrash January 13 2009, 02:15:36 UTC
Well, (i)a(/i) brake, anyway...
I took the bike for a short ride just before I put that brake on so I could experience the "no brake" style and NO FUCKING WAY!
People say the muscle memory becomes very quick but I can't see taking the risk. I installed the front break and I don't think I'll every take it off.
It provides a much needed peace of mind, not to mention SECURITY!
the no brake "Suicide setup" is just plain nuts.

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