Hi, I’m Rob from El Paso, TX.  I love my bike, and I’m always scouring craigslist for deals on other bikes. I copped this 1982 Nishiki “Marina 12″ for $50.



The old Hispanic man even gave me the original manual. He knew it was a “unisex frame, and really enjoyed it”. He said he “rode it a few times for a few years around the neighborhood”. As he grew older, he said rode less, and “wanted to find  someone who would appreciate this bike”. He bought this new back in 82.

Almost everything on this bike is original. All Dia-compe, Sugino, and Suntour parts. Although the wheels and tires need to be replaced, I don’t doubt that they are original as well.

I always like the Tourist bars on a mixte...

He gave me both drop handlebars, and the swept back bars. Also incIuded were the Kyokuto toe clips.

I'm thinking that Rob's girl will enjoy this bike, a lot!

I put my other Raleigh project on hold, to rebuild this black beauty for my girlfriend. She is very excited, and I as well am eager to finish off the rebuild and get us road ready. =)

EDIT:  Rob sent some newer pictures and description of the final build:

Awesome! I have updated pics of the build. This is Yasmine’s single speed cruiser. She decided to keep the black and yellow paint scheme, and I build upon that. I installed a Shimano UN-54 bottom bracket, and an Origin 8 crank, with some eleven 81 track pedals. The wheels are Aero Max, which I copped off of Amazon for a good price, and some Yellow Cheng Shin’s (700X23). Also, I had to tack on some Tektro long reach brakes, as we decided to put 700′s on her. the handlebars are pipecut mountain risers hugged by some soft Oury grips, and the saddle is a Womens Specialized Riva. Now if I could only be so lucky to find another for myself!

Looks great.  I don’t doubt that Rob would like one for himself!

Hi everybody!  Jon Grinder, here.  I am honored that Doohickie asked me to help out with the Gallery.  I am a huge fan of the mixtes, and this blog provides a wonderful opportunity to see some fine examples of them.  Bear with me, as I learn the ins and outs of this particular blog template.   It might take me a try, or two, to make it look right!

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