how old is retro? (newbie question)

[jimbo-xc]

Hi all, just joined the retrobike forum, more for mtb than road but am thinking that my roadbikes are knocking on a bit now too: '98 Giant TCR tri in anodized purple/blue & '98 (I think) Lemond Zurich 853 bought as frameset & fitted with 8 speed Ultegra. Both have quill stems so that's pretty retro! Partner has '98 Cannondale Multisport 900 650c, also with quill stem. They all have carbon forks though, not so retro.

 

[hamster]

I'd count anything over 10 years as getting a bit retro round the edges...

threaded headset
pointy top ergopowers
8 speed
square taper chainset
non-anatomic drop bars
steel ;-)

 

[orange71]

a much discussed topic here

at the end of the day, don't worry. just go out and ride it. stick up some photos, somebody will like your bike even if it isn't retro

 

[TheGreenRabbit]

It's a state of mind.

 

[BigStu2]

I'd also say 10 years and older, Just joined myself and I'll soon have my '98 Merida her for you all to drool over...

 

[khushy]

anything thats . . .

metal - LOL

khushy

 

[velomaniac]

Over 10 years old works for me but also if they don't make it anymore is quite good as well !