Today I bought my first new (to me) bike since 1988.
The bike I have been riding up until now is my beloved 1988 Kuwahara Pro Star road bike.
I bought it new while working at a bike shop, and up until today, it was sporting a set of Look pedals (also 1988). she has seen a lot of pavement over the years, has many scratches and dings, but has been well maintained and is rock solid.
The only exception was last summer, when I noticed that my rear wheel was a bit loose. It turned out that I had snapped the rear axle. A friend sold me a set of newer DT-Swiss wheels, and I put on an 8 cog freewheel. I have been loving the new gear ratios, and lighter wheels.
Fast forward to today, and I bought a second hand carbon fiber gravel bike (2017 Norco Threshold with Shimano GRX components).
Sadly that means that the Kuwahara was fitted with old steel pedals, and its old seat (I use an ergo saddle these days). I also replaced the busted axle on the stock wheels, but have left the DT Swiss set on for now.
I am not sure if I will keep this bike, or pass it on to someone who will appreciate it.
Either way, u/jlusedude suggested I post if here in case there are ideas as to its value these days.
Bonus: Vid of the bike with the flashing lights… https://imgur.com/gallery/being-seen-traffic-OodV8eH
Enjoy!
by Japeless