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azncreationz · 09-23-2014, 09:12 PM

You guys still riding or what?? Come on, Bike To Work Week is coming soon! What's a bit of rain...

I'll admit, I haven't had much time to ride lately, but I've been trying to get this latest project together. Most of you probably could care less since it's an old touring bike. 1995 (or so) Trek 520! I previously had a Trek 520 and loved it, but it was just slightly too big and I regrettably sold it. I've been searching for another ever since. Then this frame landed in my lap a couple months ago, and I was surprised to find out it was a 520 and in my size! This is THE frame to have if one plans on any long distance touring. Heavy, yet smooth, and all steel. Pics..

Because I didn't want to spend too much money on it, I threw on whatever parts I had in my stash. New parts include the (cheap) Alex Rims, Schwalbe Marathon tire on front, Nokian tire on rear, 9 Spd cassette, Shimano chain, Shimano Deore LX front brakes, Avid Shorty 6 rear brake, & Dura-Ace 9 Spd downtube shifters! (Yes, I splurged on the shifters). Shimano A520 pedals, Bontrager Affinity Saddle, old Devinci seatpost, Bontrager stem, all new Shimano brake cables, Tektro brake levers, FSA Compact bar and Deda bar tape (yet to be put on). Racks and fenders to come.
So yeah, it's quite the mish-mash of parts but it'll work. I think grand total I've spent on this bike is right around $200.

09-23-2014, 09:12 PM	#5730
azncreationz I Fwap Fwap Fwap to RS Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: BBY North Posts: 1,526 Thanked 191 Times in 135 Posts Failed 7 Times in 1 Post Member's Picture Albums	You guys still riding or what?? Come on, Bike To Work Week is coming soon! What's a bit of rain... I'll admit, I haven't had much time to ride lately, but I've been trying to get this latest project together. Most of you probably could care less since it's an old touring bike. 1995 (or so) Trek 520! I previously had a Trek 520 and loved it, but it was just slightly too big and I regrettably sold it. I've been searching for another ever since. Then this frame landed in my lap a couple months ago, and I was surprised to find out it was a 520 and in my size! This is THE frame to have if one plans on any long distance touring. Heavy, yet smooth, and all steel. Pics.. Because I didn't want to spend too much money on it, I threw on whatever parts I had in my stash. New parts include the (cheap) Alex Rims, Schwalbe Marathon tire on front, Nokian tire on rear, 9 Spd cassette, Shimano chain, Shimano Deore LX front brakes, Avid Shorty 6 rear brake, & Dura-Ace 9 Spd downtube shifters! (Yes, I splurged on the shifters). Shimano A520 pedals, Bontrager Affinity Saddle, old Devinci seatpost, Bontrager stem, all new Shimano brake cables, Tektro brake levers, FSA Compact bar and Deda bar tape (yet to be put on). Racks and fenders to come. So yeah, it's quite the mish-mash of parts but it'll work. I think grand total I've spent on this bike is right around $200. Last edited by azncreationz; 09-23-2014 at 09:17 PM.