Fixed Gear Conversion Build 1987 Fuji Palisade
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- Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
- FINALLY, I was able to upload again, and this video will be my first build on this channel. I talked a lot about the frame as it's almost impossible to find good information about this frameset. Hope you enjoy the video and the audio is ok. Will definitely film more of it on a ride soon!
/ newoldsteel - Спорт
Funny enough, my 1980s Fuji fixie hasnt been ridden in 10 years and Ive considered converting it back to a regular bike. Cool guys are still doing this.
That’s so cool to hear! Glad you still have it. I still have mine for sure, they are quality 🔥
I was so thrilled to see this pop up! I converted an identical Palisade to fixed. Mine was in rougher condition, so I hacked it up and custom painted it. One of my favorite bikes I’ve ever owned, the simple joy of old fixed conversions is amazing.
“Bibs and nuts” lol. Love the color and a sick build. Immediately subbed
Thank you so much I really appreciate the sub! More to come 🤙🏽
Sick build! Don’t wanna be rippin’ any nuts now
Nice job, i will say having a fixed gear or single speed bikes is nice not having to deal with gears etc. Just get on and ride.
Thanks for watching! Seriously that is such a true statement, really eliminates being conscious of the bike so at times it just "disappears" and you feel like you're flying lol
Great find! Nice build. Love to see old bikes get new lives.
Love the 80s colors and design. Wish I had that bike. Looks fun to ride
Thanks for watching and I'm very thankful I was able to find this!
@@newoldsteel I’m happy for you bro. Have fun!
Looks sick! Nice how black and white are balanced throughout.
Thanks for the comment! I know, it was accidentally but REALLY worked out so well.
That frame is a beauty for sure
Thanks! It’s so awesome, and I still have it and may have plans in the future turning it back into a fixed gear soon 😁
Sweet build! Thanks for sharing!
Appreciate you watching!
I found a very similar bike same blue and white it’s just called a ‘fuji sagres’ 48cm super hyped that you made this practically same bike spec for spec!
very nice build!
Thank you and thanks for watching appreciate it!
I have the same chainring love it feels good riding it
I did tension the chain before I went riding! Also, I will make a ride video soon of this bike, but it's been working PERFECTLY so far.
get some fat tires on asap. yo ucan ride it on dirt and light trails. super fun. also low bottom bracket going from 27" to 700c and using tiny tires
ma shaa Allah .
Nice ❤
I have this same bike!!
good morning friend greeting. friend where is the serial located on that bike since I have one like it and I can't get the serial
What should i call this handlebar clamp?
Hey man, I have this same exact bike but it didn't come with a seatpost. Would you mind sharing what size seatpost you used? Build looks awesome!
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate it! The seatpost that worked for me is a 26.4mm. There are some variations on eBay, but one in particular (the one in the video) had a lot of setback. But also the alternative is find a vintage/used one. It is an oddball size!
Vertical dropouts.... how did you tension the chain?
not actually vertical, but diagonal, which makes it basically as easy as horizontal, except the chain tensioning has a minor impact on the frame angle, because further back also means higher up.
@Fran fiocchi what are you even trying to say
@@addvurtbikes I’ve done a few conversations with the semi horizontal drop outs. Ideally a new chain will have perfect chain tension in the same spot as if you had a derailleur and gears to accommodate chain stretch.
@Fran fiocchi I guess, I don’t know how much a chain stretches really
What color is that???
It's very unique! Not really aqua, definitely not the celeste bianchi color, I want to say it's like a sky blue emerald, and it's original!
Nice build btw
@@jarpinthebox1901 Thanks I appriciate that!
I’m enjoying the bike so far ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.
Thank you I appreciate that!
As an owner and lover of vintage bikes I hated seeing this. But whatever makes you happy.
Well you will be very happy to hear I'm putting gears on this bike, with vintage components. Still deciding on 5, 6, or 7 speed freewheel lol. Stay tuned to see the reveal soon!
do you skid bro
Bike is sick but you look like roadie
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