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Gear Talk / 1986 Miyata 610

« on: February 07, 2011, 11:51:49 am »

My husband and I are planning to do a cross-country tour this summer (Yorktown, VA - Eugene, OR).  Neither of us has done long term touring before, although we both love cycling.  We are touring novices, and so giving ourselves 3 months to complete the trip.   However, it's a pretty hefty financial investment, and I dont' yet have a touring bike.

A friend of my husband's gave us his like-new 1986 Miyata 610 as a wedding gift, and it fits me perfectly.  It is in really excellent condition, and seems like a solid (but still lightweight) bike. 

My question is whether I should buy a new(er) touring bike, or if the 86 Miyata in good shape with some upgrades would be even better.  I can only afford to spend about $300 and was looking for a used touring bike on Craigslist.

From what I've read online, the Miyata sounds like the better bet.  It's already equipped with a rack and panniers.  Has anyone had any experience with this bike? 

Thanks!

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General Discussion / Ok so anyone want to?

« on: May 08, 2007, 01:33:09 pm »

I might be interested.  I'm in DC, and planning to do a trans-america this August.  The original plan was to bike Yorktown to Eugene with a friend, but my friend might bail if he gets a new job.  Have you found anyone yet?

It would be my first trans, but I'm in good shape.  I think 80 miles/day would be doable, and I like the idea of 5-2.  But I might be a little slow at the outset.