Lay_Z_Horse
Retro Newbie
Oh yeah? How much are you after for it?
Should I buy this?
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Antwack
Retro Guru
What’s your location?
Antwack
Retro Guru
Thread 'Saracen Forcetrax 21” located in Merseyside £30'
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/saracen-forcetrax-21”-located-in-merseyside-£30.469256/
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/saracen-forcetrax-21”-located-in-merseyside-£30.469256/
PercyInglesFlyingCircus
Retro Guru
I ll have to have a look at it and I ll double check size but from top of my head was pretty big and I am 6,1 and thought that’s far too big for me, I ll get back to you tomorrow and get you some pics
Lay_Z_Horse
Retro Newbie
Nice one, thanks!
PercyInglesFlyingCircus
Retro Guru
It seems to be 20” bb to seat clamp
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That's an 18" in GT sizing.
PhillB
GT Fan
Going back to your original post, you mentioned that you were looking to get into renovating bikes. Whilst I don't disagree with the general feedback you've had, I do think that learning the ropes of bike restoration on a bike that doesn't cost all that much has its advantages. It gives you a low risk platform on which you can make mistakes and learn without worrying too much.
I started out on an old Raleigh Salamander, made a right mess of it at practically every stage
but learned a lot!...The rust on that one is certainly worthy of looking at closely, bottom bracket might be seized as might the seat post...but these are pretty common problems in bike restoration that you'll want to learn how to overcome (or find a good local bike shop who can help
)I love all GT's and it's true that Palomar's are entry level and pretty 'ordinary', but dismantling and restoring one would be rewarding. When it is properly setup - greased, lubed and with some new tyres it'll ride great, especially if it is your size!!
If you've missed that one, no worries, there are plenty of other Palomar's, Timberlines or Outposts around that would offer a similar opportunity at a similar price point.
Good luck!
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I'm not sure where you are based, but there's another one here:
www.gumtree.com
I'd personally be holding out for a slightly nicer frame from earlier in the 90s (with the possibility of a much nicer paint job) because once you've put a lot of effort into it you may be quite attached to it and wish the frame was a slightly better one.
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I'd personally be holding out for a slightly nicer frame from earlier in the 90s (with the possibility of a much nicer paint job) because once you've put a lot of effort into it you may be quite attached to it and wish the frame was a slightly better one.
PhillB
GT Fan
That's when you buy your second one!...and then....I'm not sure where you are based, but there's another one here:
Second-Hand Bikes, Bicycles & Cycles for Sale in Plaistow, London | Gumtree
Find great local deals on second-hand bikes, bicycles & cycles for sale in Plaistow, London ✅ Shop hassle-free with Gumtree, your local buying & selling community.
I'd personally be holding out for a slightly nicer frame from earlier in the 90s (with the possibility of a much nicer paint job) because once you've put a lot of effort into it you may be quite attached to it and wish the frame was a slightly better one.
