1972 Gitane Professional Tour de France - Service...

Frame is Reynolds butted 531, with French threads and Simplex dropouts ("Simplex" stamped on L dropout). Only the headset is original. Set up as a fixie with inexpensive components. Gearing is 46x18, with 3/32" chain. Flipflop hub but no single-speed freewheel mounted. Identifiable by decals ("UCSB 1973-74") or wear pattern on "531" sticker (see photos) if not painted over. PlanetBike plastic full fenders. PlanetBike Eco Rack rear rack. Reelite magnet-powered flashing lights at axles. Front brake only. Right brake lever is a nice matching dummy, like for a tandem stoker. SPD mountain pedals. Xmas lights in photo are seasonal.