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I just picked up my first vintage road bike and I love it!!! I got a raleigh grand prix for $75 on craigslist. I don't really know if I did well or not but I am sure everyone has their opinion. To me it was worth every penny so far. From what I can tell it is a 73 model made in Holland. The previous owner, the only one he claims, replaced the stock shifters and put them on the end of the handle bars. Other than some chips in the paint, I think she is in good shape.
My question to the cycling community, what can/should I do for improvement in ride quality? I have already put a new chain on, greased the wheels, trued them. I was reading Sheldon Browns page and didn't fully understand the bottom bracket replacement. All I know is the Phil Woods are expensive. Any other options come out since his post? I guess I don't know where to go from here. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Keep in mind I am still learning all this stuff. Thanks
Some pictures (hopefully this works):
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My question to the cycling community, what can/should I do for improvement in ride quality? I have already put a new chain on, greased the wheels, trued them. I was reading Sheldon Browns page and didn't fully understand the bottom bracket replacement. All I know is the Phil Woods are expensive. Any other options come out since his post? I guess I don't know where to go from here. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Keep in mind I am still learning all this stuff. Thanks
Some pictures (hopefully this works):
Pictures by jeff1soccer - Photobucket