Old frame, new parts - Your thoughts

[curyam]

I have a classic British frame set from the early 1970's. About 5 years ago I tried to satisfy my desire for a new bike by modernizing it with new Shimano derailleurs, shifting brake levers, modern seat, new Look pedals. For me the bike lost all its character. I ended up getting a new bike and the classic, it's now in process of a total period restoration. It is about 90% complete, pix soon.

 

[curyam]

I have a classic British frame set from the early 1970's. About 5 years ago I tried to satisfy my desire for a new bike by modernizing it with new Shimano derailleurs, shifting brake levers, modern seat, new Look pedals. For me the bike lost all its character. I ended up getting a new bike and the classic, it's now in process of a total period restoration. It is about 90% complete, pix soon.

 

[vintagehenley]

I've got a 1955 Viking Allrounder Junior that I'm looking to convert into a single speed, lightweight (it's small) daily commuter...just need to source some nice 26" wheels and all the other bits!

 

[NeilM]

I have a classic British frame set from the early 1970's. About 5 years ago I tried to satisfy my desire for a new bike by modernizing it with new Shimano derailleurs, shifting brake levers, modern seat, new Look pedals. For me the bike lost all its character. I ended up getting a new bike and the classic, it's now in process of a total period restoration. It is about 90% complete, pix soon.

I have to say that I agree with you. I think there are certain styles of frames that just would not look right with modern running gear, although I'm not sure if it's age related.

 

[bagpuss]

I wonder if the NOS Kirk frame i have would look the part with a new record group set :idea:

 

[NeilM]

NOS Kirk

You have WHAT?

ZIPP wheel and SRAM Red. It's the only way to go :twisted:

 

[vivelesalpes]

Just built a Cinelli with all new bits:

I think as long as it is done sympathetically there is no problem.

I've a clubmate who is building up a Giro pink Moser with 11 speed Athena.

 

[bagpuss]

NOS Kirk

You have WHAT?

ZIPP wheel and SRAM Red. It's the only way to go :twisted:

Picture here.I have all the fittings and transfers for it as well
http://www.flickr.com/photos/74418119@N ... 0942199566

One day i will get it built up. :roll:

 

[vivelesalpes]

NOS Kirk

You have WHAT?

ZIPP wheel and SRAM Red. It's the only way to go :twisted:

Picture here.I have all the fittings and transfers for it as well
http://www.flickr.com/photos/74418119@N ... 0942199566

One day i will get it built up. :roll:

Nice. Not sure on the forks though.

 

[NeilM]

Ohh nice! That's a Precision isn't it?

I think it would update well, provided the basic frame is OK. Even well cared for Kirk's can fall to bits.