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  1. #4
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    Mar 2006
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    Victoria BC
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    When I restored my 60's vintage Falcon last summer, I debated whether or not to add a computer to her. I decided not, because computers didn't exist in this bike's era, I usually ride her on roads and paths where I know the distances, and I find I like the feeling of not knowing (or caring) how far/fast I've gone. Just riding for the joy of riding is very appealing. I have other bikes with computers, so having one without is kind of liberating.
    Back in the day, we had those soup-can size mechanical speedometer/odometer thingys. Big dial mounted to the bar with a thick cable going to a gear on the front hub. Remember those? If I found one of those in good shape, I might consider installing it on the Falcon. They were pretty cool. Otherwise, it's au naturel for now.
    Last edited by Popoki_Nui; 02-11-2007 at 09:13 AM. Reason: bonehead spelling
    All vintage, all the time.
    Falcon Black Diamond
    Gitane Tour de France
    Kuwahara Sierra Grande MTB
    Bianchi Super Grizzly MTB

 

 

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