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Stunning Tricolor on Ebay France

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bulldog1935

Cruisin' on my Bluebird
Rochet Super Special
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/709-5...0001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=112242342926

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LOL! I guess not many lightweight fans here today.I think its a beauty,would love to have a taller frame version of it.
 
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Probably the main reason I joined Classic Rendevous is to see the links to bikes like this.
My grass is tall, but it's only because I live in a rural borough.

Something else I love about a bike in this condition. It's been both ridden and cared for.
 
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Congratulations are in order, I think! This gem is on its way to me. I'm absolutely naive in regards to the randonneur, but I've known the seller for 30 years and he has never steered me wrong.
 
yes, congratulations are in order. It's a light and fast touring bike - not made for loaded camping, but for overnight or "credit card" touring.
The main idea is go long distances and haul enough to be self-supported.
It's the product of the French Technical Trials of the 40s. Pushing lighter and lighter frames to do more work.
Some of these bikes were down to 18 lbs.
Most roads were not paved then, but simply graded, so these are the ultimate gravel/adventure bikes.
https://janheine.wordpress.com/2011/12/17/the-technical-trials/
The way the seat stays are brazed forward of the seat tube is to make the main triangle stiffer and help the bike handle better with a rear load.
Most of your load should be up front, though.
 
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