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I have some Campag Gran Tourismo on one of my bikes and it's still going strong. Also, benefit after all these years is that someone is willing to pay big R's for this old kit. Have a look at eBay and search for Campag Delta group sets and see what I mean.

Agree with what Javadude said but it's a nice bike and should be cleaned up and used. It will make a nice commuting, everyday bike. Get a strong lock. Javadude, let's see some pics please.

Very nice looking bike there. Quality old frames need to be ridden, even if with newer group sets and wheels. Let us know where you located so we can look out for your red machine?

After the clearance issue the next problem is whether the rims will take the larger size tyre. The tread is probably just as important as given its June (Summer in the UK) it is likely to be a bit muddy and therefore a tread that displaces mud would be ideal. Having ridden MTB in SA, Botswana, Tanzania, Nigeria I never had a need for a mud displacing tyre until riding in the UK. Only after becoming completely bogged down one day in the Epping Forest did I begin to realise the importance of the tread and understand the reviewers comments in the foreign mags. Riding in thicker sand requires you to let out air to get better traction similar to a 4x4. Therefore carry a good hand pump (why not one of those 70's chromed ones we used). Lucky bugger being able to worry about a ride in the Midlands when all I have have to worry about is which road in Sandton am I most likely not being run off the road by cars or least likely to be mugged!

First Freight Couriers, the GM Conrad Boulle is on the hub. Check them out online where you can get a quote.

Thanks for the info. Any idea on the coating used? I have never seen it before. By the way the frame feels pretty light although I haven't weighed it yet.

Hi Guys Given that we are focused on SA frames at the moment please could you fellow hubbers provide me with any information on this frame I picked up a few days ago. It's a Reynolds 653 steel frame custom designed and hand built by Bill Lange (see the decal on the top tube). It's a 63cm frame as stamped on the BB but measures 61cm c-t-c (65cm c-t-top of extended seat lug). Top tube measures 58cm. The BB is embossed with Reynolds on both top sides with the following stamped on the bottom of the BB on the left: BL 69 653. Also on the BB is the size 63. All the lugs and BB are nickel plated although the BB and lower head tube lug are painted over. The fork is also embossed with Reynolds on both top sides. The rear brake cable passes through the top tube on the right and exits on the left. This appears to have been a typical de Lange trait and is similar to my Bill Lange "McIntosh"TT frame I have. The dropouts are Shimano HG. Quite nice with rear dropouts outside of the seat tube triangle. Ignore the Cinelli decal, it came with the bike and I will try and remove without damaging it or the frame. Here is the interesting part............ The bike has been coated with a type of plastic paint covering in black with the 80's neon art work. This coating has been stripped or burnt off on the down tube and around the BB and below the front derailleur clamp. Why, I don't know. I have never seen coating like this before. You can see the coating on the head tube. I learnt that Lange manufactured frames for Robbie McIntosh which Robbie sold through his retail outlet(s). I remember the LBS in Randburg CBD and rode from there a few times in the late 80's. Took photos this evening so not the best quality and doesn't show the neon colour too well. I don't have any information on this frame other than stated above. All info and comments would be appreciated. Not sure what I will do with the frame as it's too big for me.

Heyyou, I agree with you regarding the age issue. I too would love to do the Tour of Arae but understand the reasons for limited number of entrants because of accommodation, etc. Great idea about having a source for local builders. Let's LOBBY.

Found you a stem: http://i.ebayimg.com/images/i/291151631479-0-1/s-l200.jpg View item: NOS CINELLI DEMI FOND ADJUSTABLE STEM RARE VINTAGE ! philippe stayer pista track End time: 30 May 2014 18:41:19 GMT+2

My Vitus, work in progress. Used a few Campy parts that were lying about. The hubs are Dura Ace and need to be swopped out when I have some RRRRR's or some time/patience. Also need some Campy gum hoods but doubt any in SA? Going to try stitching some leather hoods on to the levers in the interim (thanks Didi).

Don't forget to turn them over for a quick check!

Nice to see Velo on the podium again!

These Dreams were great bikes. I have an older Lux Dream which is my principal ride. It's lightish, comfortable and looks good. Your bike looks to be in top condition.

IMHO depending upon the condition, the price range is between R10,000 and R12,000. I bought a C40 for R7,200 last year (model immediately prior to the B stay). This bike has been on the market for almost 2 years and hadn't been ridden for a few years. Condition not great when I saw the bike 18 months ago. Still a nice buy if you are willing to get it serviced and change the tyres.

I had one of the first Trek's to come to SA, black alu frame with bright pink lettering. Some time in late 1980's. It had biopace chain rings and I recall taking my Cateye cadence equipment off my Bridgestone RB1(?) and putting it on the Trek. We used to ride with cadence setting all the time and I recall not much difference in the pedal action.

Both bikes are in great condition and judging by the photos they are smaller 51-53cm frames. The red bike has some nice rims. As stated above this was the start of the carbon fibre age and these bikes were soundly built and will survive many years of use to come. The Shimano 105 group sets were very popular and were put on almost every make of bike made during the period. The 105's were super strong and reliable and lead many innovations such as the biopace chainrings. Unfortunately therefore there is a lot of 105 parts available mostly in poor condition with prices lower than other brands. I have a Colnago C40 (almost 20years old) which is still ridden regularly by my wife as her primary road bike. My feeling on price is between R3k - R4k. The sale may also take a bit longer but there are collectors out there who may be keen so if you don't need the money take your time and wait for the right buyer to step up. Not all collectors buy Italian steel bikes, although that is what drives our passion, there are collectors of Cannondales, etc. The bikes are in good condition and I wouldn't advocate stripping them down and selling them part, by part. Good luck with sale.

Nice Quinton The white San Marco saddle is a classic! Looks to be in VGC. The buffed cranks work well and being 105 they look great and you could always have a small transfer/decal made to provide authenticity. Enjoy the ride! Hope we get the chance to meet some day soon.

Sometimes, leaving such a bike completely unrestored has a greater appeal given the "history"that's attached to each and every scratch and ding.

Hey guys! I am looking for a Shamal Titanium front wheel, any condition. Will also look at reasonably priced full wheelset. Please go look in the dark places, thank you.

Don't keep us in suspense .................. who?

Ask Morpheus, he seems to have received a few nice parts. No, seriously keep a look out. Parts are out there but they seldom. come around Good buy and hope you get lucky.

It looks like Christmas came early to the Morpheus home!

I did a successful deal with her a few weeks ago. She even gave me a set of broken Chorus levers to see if I can fix and use them.