terry precision

[KnottedYet]

The Terry Forum might be able to get you some more info. They even have an "oldies but goodies" section.

http://www.terrybicycles.com/forums/

Which model of 1999 Terry Precision bicycle did you try out? Did you like it? How was the fit? Was it in good shape?

[massbikebabe]

Nancy;

I have a Terry P. from around 1987-1988 that I am still riding and love. Last year my DH and son stripped the frame and updated it to Ultegra and it still has some old Campy Record on it. She is beautiful and yes I think it would make a good entry level bike. PM me if you have any other questions.

Karen

[surgtech1956]

Thanks, there's one on Ebay and looks in very good condition - its local pick up only, only about an hour from me - its a 1999 and the bid is at $179.

[surgtech1956]

KnottedYet - thanks so much for the forum link.

[KnottedYet]

Is this the bike?
http://cgi.ebay.com/STEAL-MY-BIKE-Te...QQcmdZViewItem

27.5 inch standover. Nice and small. It isn't too hard to get stuff for the 24 inch front wheel, either. Bar end shifters are nice (have 'em on my Surly).

I'd get it!

(well, *I* wouldn't get it, cuz I'm on the tall side, but YOU should get it!)

[Triskeliongirl]

I have two terry bikes with 24" front wheels. Getting wheels, tubes, and tires are no problem. The terry fit really works for my body (shorter upper body and arms with proportionally longer legs). As long as you don't mind the 7 spd rear, I would say go for it. You can still get 7 spd freewheels from Harris Cyclery. I looked at the listing and the condition looks terridic. Her older steel frames were very well made. In fact, I think all her steel frames are better than her current aluminum ones. Let us know if you get it! PM me later if you want advice on wheelsets, etc.

p.s. the listing says the model is the symetry, which is her entry level road bike. it is basically a 'sport bike' geometry, it should also have eyelets for a rack, and take tires up to 28c wide if its make like the more recent ones. fyi you can now get 24" tires in sizes from 23c to 32 c, not a lot of choice but what's out there is good quality and works well.

[surgtech1956]

Thanks girls. I think its looks in great shape. It looks like the color is silver. I think the size is right for me to - I'm 5'5" with about a 29" inseam and I think a little smaller bike will work for me better - I have a permanent knee problem(patella femoral joint) and need my seat up to make it easier on my patella. I'll keep you posted if I win the auction.