1000% agree! This is precisely why I’m strictly vintage steel bike rider and have 3. I had a modern full steel gravel bike but have since sold it and will be looking for a vintage steel off-road bike because old bikes have a character that cannot be replicated and will last a LIFETIME. Plus I don’t have $7000 just to casually spend because I’m not out of touch with reality lol
@newoldsteel Yes! same here. I have an old beat up '87 Ross 'signature' gave me twenty years of good service. it's better than that over priced over designed junk they got on the market. also, I have outright hatred for "E-Bikes" they outright suck!
@@michaelquinones-lx6ks That's awesome to hear! Yea, not to mention the E-Bikes most likely get their materials that include the Cobalt mines fjrom the Congo 😵
@@newoldsteel Yes indeed, because the biggest fear i have of E-Bikes, the batteries blowing up and starting a fire and, without warning. People tell me to get an 'E-Bike' and i tell them that's for lazy people not for me i rather stick with my old reliable beat up Ross 'signature' to make matters worst those batteries in which the quality is questionable and, what good is it when the battery spent and you have to replace with a new one that will cost you. and as i said before 'E-Bikes' are pure 'MADE IN CHINA' junk!
Agree. When I was poor, I rode bikes like that for years: commuting, chores, touring. Now for a few hundred dollars, I got a nice Lemond road bike. Not sure why, but I feel satisfaction from being on the vintage steel bikes.
@BartAnderson_writer You are better off with good reliable, durable, long lasting steel! Aluminum frames fail out without warning steel frames on the other hand has a natural 'built in' warning system that lets you know when it's about to fail. as for carbon fiber frames their garbage.
I purchased a Nishiki Sport 12 speed off Craigslist for $30 about 10 years ago. Bicycle needed a front tube and tire. Awesome bike, has not failed me, still going strong. All Shimano Exage components, not sure what year.
I bought three vintage Schwinns for $25. They weren’t rideable but the frames were in great shape. One is hanging on the wall in my office and the other two I’m rebuilding for my wife and I with all modern components. I’m absolutely spending way more than either are worth but I don’t care. I’m doing it for the love of building bikes, and we’ll have two very solid builds that are somewhat unique.
@Avram1919 I was riding steel bikes since i was nine years old. And, I'm still riding them to this very day! i still like those old bikes nothing beats them.
I love my 2010-2011 aluminum Cervelo and Focus, but also love my 1982 Peugot. All three are perfect for my needs. I think I'm just a non carbon guy, but most importantly I can actually open my toolbox and work on all these bikes.
This has been one of the most down to earth, funny and entertaining bike vid i've seen in a while! You deserve way more views in my opinion :D I too recently found a 1978 Peugeot pr10 for a 50 bucks from my local bike repair shop since my old bike got stolen and i needed a new one since i don't own a car. My first propper vintage road bike and by far easily the best bike i've had in general. I rode 50km with it just another day and the thing just wanted to keep going like there was no tomorrow. So yes, i agree, we really shouldn't underestimate the possibilities of propper vintage steel!
compared to other expensive items, when buying an old used bicycle it can easily be tested and examined so you are not taking a chance that it will soon require an expensive repair.
in all seriousness the teeth difference is due to shimano hyperglide .. at least I think that's the name. Anyways shimano was the first to change teeth profiles to give better shifting, older freewheels with chunky teeth like that are all made without that shifting tech .. ( which you could argue doesn't matter on a 5 speed where the shifting distances are larger )
Good Point - Thinner chains on bikes with many rear cogs are thinner too. Longevity of the chain may not be as good as the thicker chains. In addition some of the newer bikes use aluminum chain rings and rear cogs. Aluminum is a softer metal and wears more quickly.
I bought a steel bike last week for $25. The rear derailleur seems to need some adjusting, but I've taken it for a couple 20 mile rides and it's been fun. There is a lot of good stuff that goes to waste. I've been watching some Kev Central videos recently. Everyone bashes Walmart and Dick's Sporting Goods. Their bikes may not match top quality in a bike shop, but for a lot of people out there I think they would find them good enough. His videos give another side to Walmart bikes. Thanks for your entertaining video.
1000% agree! This is precisely why I’m strictly vintage steel bike rider and have 3. I had a modern full steel gravel bike but have since sold it and will be looking for a vintage steel off-road bike because old bikes have a character that cannot be replicated and will last a LIFETIME. Plus I don’t have $7000 just to casually spend because I’m not out of touch with reality lol
@newoldsteel Yes! same here. I have an old beat up '87 Ross 'signature' gave me twenty years of good service. it's better than that over priced over designed junk they got on the market. also, I have outright hatred for "E-Bikes" they outright suck!
@@michaelquinones-lx6ks That's awesome to hear! Yea, not to mention the E-Bikes most likely get their materials that include the Cobalt mines fjrom the Congo 😵
@@newoldsteel Yes indeed, because the biggest fear i have of E-Bikes, the batteries blowing up and starting a fire and, without warning. People tell me to get an 'E-Bike' and i tell them that's for lazy people not for me i rather stick with my old reliable beat up Ross 'signature' to make matters worst those batteries in which the quality is questionable and, what good is it when the battery spent and you have to replace with a new one that will cost you. and as i said before 'E-Bikes' are pure 'MADE IN CHINA' junk!
@@newoldsteel Thank you for your reply.
Agree. When I was poor, I rode bikes like that for years: commuting, chores, touring.
Now for a few hundred dollars, I got a nice Lemond road bike.
Not sure why, but I feel satisfaction from being on the vintage steel bikes.
@BartAnderson_writer You are better off with good reliable, durable, long lasting steel! Aluminum frames fail out without warning steel frames on the other hand has a natural 'built in' warning system that lets you know when it's about to fail. as for carbon fiber frames their garbage.
I purchased a Nishiki Sport 12 speed off Craigslist for $30 about 10 years ago. Bicycle needed a front tube and tire. Awesome bike, has not failed me, still going strong. All Shimano Exage components, not sure what year.
I bought three vintage Schwinns for $25. They weren’t rideable but the frames were in great shape. One is hanging on the wall in my office and the other two I’m rebuilding for my wife and I with all modern components. I’m absolutely spending way more than either are worth but I don’t care. I’m doing it for the love of building bikes, and we’ll have two very solid builds that are somewhat unique.
I have been doing similar. Have downsized to about 20 bikes.
I'm glad I'm not the only one buying and riding an old bike ❤
@Avram1919 I was riding steel bikes since i was nine years old. And, I'm still riding them to this very day! i still like those old bikes nothing beats them.
You're not alone dude
@@ardzseyer4571 Thank you.
just bought one for $30 in good condition and just need to replace or fix the tire
I love my 2010-2011 aluminum Cervelo and Focus, but also love my 1982 Peugot. All three are perfect for my needs. I think I'm just a non carbon guy, but most importantly I can actually open my toolbox and work on all these bikes.
Nishiki,very good brand. I was given a 1981 Nishiki Century Giant 10 speed it handles like a dream 😂
This has been one of the most down to earth, funny and entertaining bike vid i've seen in a while! You deserve way more views in my opinion :D
I too recently found a 1978 Peugeot pr10 for a 50 bucks from my local bike repair shop since my old bike got stolen and i needed a new one since i don't own a car. My first propper vintage road bike and by far easily the best bike i've had in general. I rode 50km with it just another day and the thing just wanted to keep going like there was no tomorrow.
So yes, i agree, we really shouldn't underestimate the possibilities of propper vintage steel!
STEEL IS REAL brother
@@ardzseyer4571 DITTO!
compared to other expensive items, when buying an old used bicycle it can easily be tested and examined so you are not taking a chance that it will soon require an expensive repair.
in all seriousness the teeth difference is due to shimano hyperglide .. at least I think that's the name. Anyways shimano was the first to change teeth profiles to give better shifting, older freewheels with chunky teeth like that are all made without that shifting tech .. ( which you could argue doesn't matter on a 5 speed where the shifting distances are larger )
Good Point - Thinner chains on bikes with many rear cogs are thinner too. Longevity of the chain may not be as good as the thicker chains. In addition some of the newer bikes use aluminum chain rings and rear cogs. Aluminum is a softer metal and wears more quickly.
I bought a steel bike last week for $25. The rear derailleur seems to need some adjusting, but I've taken it for a couple 20 mile rides and it's been fun. There is a lot of good stuff that goes to waste. I've been watching some Kev Central videos recently. Everyone bashes Walmart and Dick's Sporting Goods. Their bikes may not match top quality in a bike shop, but for a lot of people out there I think they would find them good enough. His videos give another side to Walmart bikes. Thanks for your entertaining video.
Last year I bought myself a 1970 viscount kp krisps road bike, I used it through winter and I'm using it again now its brilliant
Your videos feel like if seth everman was into bikes, I love it! Your klein looks amazing btw.
thanks. theres probably going to be a video about the klein in the near future
The best $60 you've ever spent. YES! Much better than the consumerist rubbish that the bike industry is churning out these days.
Please mate, don't drop your vintage steel bike!
Don't drop your bike. Treat it well. Seat stays are quote vulnerable. I love my steel bikes.
Don't steal bikes.
@@daniellarson3068 LOL
Is that for sale
Psh, Yes it's a Klein. Nothing down to earth about riding that.
goated video
Ten thousand people glanced my way apparently you like my monotonal echo chamber garage presentation
Savage.
Kkkkkkkk…😂😂😂😂😂😂