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1981 Ritchey:

Very nice example of an early Ritchey built bike with a nice mix of parts.  Phil hubs, TA cranks, Mafac brakes, Magura levers, Ideale leather saddle, filet brazed bars, Ukai rims.  The decals are the current Ritchey decals but are very similar to the originals.

 

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Frame Ritchey cro-moly, Campagnolo drop outs
Fork Ritchey with Biplane crown
Rear Shock NA
Rims Ukai 26x2.125 alloy
Hubs Phil Wood with Allen bolts
Spokes DT Stainless steel laced 4 cross
Tires Specialized Crossroads II *
Pedals KKT Lightning BMX
Crank TA Cyclotourist 180 mm arms
Chain Sedis
Rear Cogs Suntour 6 speed freewheel
Bottom Bracket Ritchey press-in cartridge bearing
Front Derailleur Suntour Superbe
Rear Derailleur Suntour Vx
Shifters Suntour thumb
Handlebars Ritchey filet brazed bull moose
Stem Ritchey filet brazed bull moose
Headset Hatta Swan
Brake set Mafac tandem cantilevers
Brake levers Magura motorcycle
Saddle Ideale
Seat Post Laprade France
Colors Metallic gray
Size 23"
Serial #   2  P  d


Parts marked with as * are known to be non-original parts.  Bikes were often customized at the time of purchase or were different as shown in the catalogs so exact specifications were subject to change.