1983 Miyata Ridge Runner

Bike photo
  • Serial: L263679
  • Manufacturer: Miyata
  • Name: as indicated
  • Model: Ridge Runner
  • Year: 1983
  • Primary colors: Blue
  • Frame size: L
  • Frame Material: Steel

Distinguishing features

Note: I am the original (only) owner. The "3" and "7" in the serial number were misstruck and are only partially legible. The seat stem is frozen and immovable. The bike has been heavily used over many years and the paint job is far from pristine. I have carrier racks over the front and rear wheels. The handlebars are unusually wide and the pedals resemble bear-traps. According to the original catalogue, the frame is "Cromoly" and it weighs 37 lbs. I have a black bag on the rear carrier and another one attached to the front handlebars. A "Ridley Calgary" Bike Shop sticker is affixed to the lower frame. In summer 2020, I installed a Brooks antique brown b67 saddle. A mini Zee2 air pump is attached to the front frame. Spring 2021 : added large black Arkel handlebar bag and silver fenders. The bag has additional yellow foam padding intended to cushion a large DSLR. I sometimes attach grey 'Rhode Gear' front panniers. Summer 2021: added Shimano GRX RD-RX 400 Rear Derailleur and Shimano CS-HG50-10 Cassette (all in black)