Last year I picked up a neglected and resprayed RB-1 frameset with a gorgeous biplane fork for a decent price. Over the pandemic, I collected parts I thought made sense - not following the specs but trying to adhere to the philosophy that made these bikes workhorse racers back in the day. I finally built it up, applied new decals, ran cables, taped up the bars and went for a longish ride with my buddy today. Still lots to tweak but man, did it ever feel good to ride this thing. There is something about Ishiwata tubing that feels different from other steel, if that makes sense to any of you out there... just a feeling though.
Frame:
57.5cm Bridgestone RB-1 1993 Ishiwata
Fork/Headset:
Bridgestone RB-1 biplane fork/Chris King 2Nut Sotto Voce
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Suntour Superbe Pro 170mm/Suntour Superbe
Pedals:
Suntour XC Comp
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Superbe Pro 2x8/KMG
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Suntour Superbe Pro/Shimano barcons
Saddle/Seatpost:
Selle Italia Flite Titanium 1990/Nitto S65
Brakes:
Suntour Superbe Pro hidden spring version/generic aero levers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Mavic CXP11/Shimano RSX/Panaracer Gravel King 700C-28
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Mavic CXP11/Shimano RSX/Panaracer Gravel King 700C-28
More Info:
Still looking for NOS SSP Aero levers, and want to replace the wheelset with something lighter eventually.
Added by jerckx. Last updated over 3 years ago.
5 Comments
This looks amazing! Love seeing these frames restored to their glory.
Posted over 3 years ago
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jerckx says:
Currently for sale
Posted over 2 years ago