I bought this vintage Motobecane Mirage years ago. When the derailleur started having issues in 2019 I stored it away in the garage.
Lately I found my mood and overall mental state at an all time low and decided to strip it down into a single speed. I cleaned everything and regressed all the bearings.
I’m not ready to commit to a single gear-set so I’ve kept everything original (bar the chain, bars, & the tires.) Currently at 52/22. I might go to the next size up 52/17. I contemplated buying a new wheel set for fixed gear but I’m not really sure.
I started riding last week for the first time. Just easing into it. I don’t have any goals but I am tracking it via a free trial from Strava.
For now I’m just enjoying being out on the road. Also the leg burn feels so good, and it’s helped me sleep at night.
by AYOpwned