Epic Greg Lemond Team Bike Restoration and Ride
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- Epic Greg Lemond Team Road Bike and Ride
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In this epic restoration video we get our hands on an actual Greg Lemond team bike, and get a message from the man himself Greg Lemond. With so much great cycling history this is one bike restoration not to miss. We look at the unforgettable 1989 Tour de France including the final time trail stage, and a personal inspirational mountain stage between two rivals. This Z-team bike with the matching cycling kit really has been a dream bike ride come true.
The bike came in the workshop unridable and in need of a deep clean, care and attention. The bicycle is stripped down, cleaned, restored, polished and then rebuilt like new, before be taken out for a ride.
I really had a lot of fun doing this restoration and I hope that the video inspires you to chase your childhood dream bike. This certainly was one of mine and brought back many childhood good memories.
The video also show's maintenance and restoration help, tips and tricks. I do hope these video's help you in your own projects.
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That race was electric Greg was and still is my hero, the fact he replied back to you confirms what a great guy he is.. I can't believe my original Z shirt is now over 30 years old.. Super memories, Lovely resto, Top work..
Thanks my friend for the support, yes Greg sure seems a great guy and a true legend.I couldn't believe it when the message dropped in. Thanks again all the best
I know I'm late to the party here but I did some construction work fo Greg and his wife here in Minnesota ,and it's true you will not meet a more kind and humble person that has been at that level in sport. AND THAT BIKE WOW!!!!!!!!
Thanks for watching and also sharing your personal experience of the legend Greg Lemond 👍all the best
Wow, that bike is stunning. I got the chance to meet Greg so I can say he’s not only a great athlete but a super human being. Not full of himself, very down to earth and approachable. Fun video. You riding the bike at the end gave goosebumps. So cool.
Thanks buddy for your kind words of support, glad you enjoyed the video. Amazing you met the man himself, thanks for sharing your personal experience with him. All the best
GregLemond king of cycling!
Definitely, thanks for watching
I can't say I was inspired by Greg, as I am older. But, that 1989 win was super special, a TT to remember for the ages!! As an American, yep, I was proud of Greg, he was and is a "class act"! Thanks for doing that wonderful bike justice. I loved the video.
Thanks for watching and your support 👍
For me Greg was the greatest, I always admired his achievements they were absolutely incredible. Greg always looked good on the bike with his brilliant style. Greg you are the greatest, thank you very much for everything. From Tom in Lancashire England, peace and god bless.🚴🥇👍🥂😎
Fare play and yes he's definitely one of life's hero's thanks for the comment and watching
You make it okay, Andy, to be an over-the-top superfan! And anyone who refurbishes an original bike is entitled to wear the full kit and shades and everything. Nice work! And just too cool, your hearing from Greg about that bike.
Wow thanks matey.....yes I couldn't believe hearing back from Greg Lemond great guy and a living legend. Thanks for your words of support means a lot. Take care all the best Andy
Beautiful build ! Greg and Andy were my heroes growing up, and like you, also the reason I became a lifelong cyclist. Love your channel and enthusiasm ! 👏👏👏
Wow, thank you buddy.....i love revisiting great childhood cycling memories. Thanks again for the support my friend
There not my hero's anymore because they have sold out to Taiwan and the Chinese market. All they care about is money.
Massive smile on my face - like you, 89 glued to the c4 30 minute show each evening at 6pm to watch my here LEMOND
Definitely 😂👍 Thanks for watching and the support
Your best yet. Stunning Andy. Lemond I agree was Americas best ever rider.
Thanks for watching and the support 👍
I still have the Billato -built Lemond TSX frame I bought after I earned my wings in Pensacola FL. Other guys bought sports cars, I bought that Italian race bike I’d always wanted. All these years later it’s still my first choice for a long ride.
Nice 👌 Still going strong 🚲 and giving back. It’s just crazy why everyone isn’t on a bike. Thanks for watching all the best 😉🚴♂️
Hey Andy, brilliant build. Greg is a hero of mine and back in his Renault-Elf days I actually got my haircut like Greg. I have a Pegoretti built Pinarello from 1993 with the next gen ergo levers and 8 speed. Brilliant bike. Now... at 7:36 you show the new BB installed and I dare say it's in backwards. The lock ring/adjuster cup goes on the non-drive side and the fixed cup on the drive (right) side.
Hi thanks for watching and your comment nice to hear the story about your haircut. The bottom bracket came with the bike. I fully serviced it and reinstalled. The Italian frame on the drive side had an opposite thread like most Italian frames and the bottom bracket that came with it had a unusual locking ring on both sides of barrel. The manufacturer was “Royals” I think 🤔. Hope this explains a little better. Thanks again for your support
@@BikeItUK wow that is bizarre. Never seen a BB like that. Both my 83 pinarello and 93 Pinarello (Super record and C-Record ergo respectively) have Campy BBs and there is a fix cup on the drive side which made me think yours was backwards. But if that BB has a lock ring on both sides, and the ring doesn't impede the crank spider, well that's a new one on me. Weird quirks of pro team bikes I guess.
The bike of my hero. Had posters of this on my wall in 1990. Think he rode a Bottechia in 89? Wonderful resto. Well done.
Much appreciated glad you liked it 👍
That's awesome that Greg Lemond got back to you. As ever it's amazing you get the chance to restore a bike back to it's former glory. Without doubt this is a special one historically. Your videos are monumental and and inspiration for all of us who are interested in cycling.
Thanks Andy that means a lot, really enjoyed this one especially with it being such a childhood dream bike. Take care and thanks again!
The bikes of that time bring back so many memories. I had in 1979 /80 a steel Holdsworth frame. The rear cassette was 13to 18 tooth, the front rings were 54/42. Climbing any large hills was absolutely brutal.Down tube shifters, tubular tires. The bikes have certainly come a long way and are very enjoyable to ride today. But the bikes of that era are true classics.
Glad it brought back some fond memories. Thanks for watching and your support it’s much appreciated
He is what got me interested in cycling
One incredible inspirational individual 👍
great build video Andy...worked your magic again :)
Thanks for the support buddy
@@BikeItUK the smile on your face when you took it out for a spin in that kit :) excellent - colours on the frame are stunning
Wow, wow, wow! Such an amazing restoration & rebuild. I was at the TdF finish in '86 as a wide-eyed 15 year-old American novice bike racer. Loved watching the battle between Greg and Le Blaireau. So many memories!
I had the same Time pedals & shoes from '87 - '94. Wonderful to see those again!
Thanks for watching and the support really happy it brought back some great memories for you. All the very best take care
That rig, your refurbishment of it, and your energy and enthusiasm, all make me smile! It's a great thing you do and an absolute blast to get to watch. Thanks a heap for sharing!!
Many thanks for your support and watching
Amazing! I never idolized sports icons except Greg. I cycled quite a bit in high school back in the late 80's early 90's and I will be ever grateful for him
Yes Greg Lemond certainly has been a great inspiration for so many it seems. Thanks for the support 👍🚲
I’m repeating myself - but this is my favourite CZcams channel. Thanks so much for your videos!
You are very welcome I really do enjoy getting my hands on all these bikes. The pleasure is all mine. All the best 👍
I restored a Mk1 1983 Raleigh Record Sprint which I got for my birthday during covid (video on my channel) nothing more pleasing than riding the finished project. Just makes me smile. Keep up the great videos Andy 👍🏻.
Nice, great to hear and classic bike for many Ive had a couple on the stand on here. Such a positive thing to do in these crazy times, I cant fault you. Thanks for watching and your support
Awesome! Lemond was the reason I got into cycling too . Great video. Thank you
Thanks for watching and the support glad you like it much appreciated
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE OTHERS!!!!!!
Much appreciated glad you like it
That classic color and style of the bike is stunning.
Thanks for the support and watching
Great video, I also point to that 1989 TDF as the spark for my love of cycling. I remember watching that final time trial on ABC Wide World of Sports and when it was over I was so pumped, I jumped on my bike and rode for what seemed like hours. This bike sure does bring back some great memories.
Thats great and my work is done, great past times. really glad you enjoyed the video thanks for your support all the very best Andy
I'd already heard on the radio that he won but my eyes still welled up watching it. I do have to say that I prefer the previous Z paint scheme with navy blue on top, though.
Amazing. My heart skipped a beat when the camera panned over those time pedals. Brought back so many memories👍
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the support
Hi Andy, Thanks for the trip down memory lane. For me, it was the pinnacle of Tour cycle racing. Love your enthusiasm, and not surprised that you can't take the smile off your face riding that gorgeous bike. My favourite channel on CZcams for cycling by a mile. Keep up the good work.
Wow, my pleasure and thanks for your supporting comment. Your support really does keep me doing what i do, so its a two way street my friend. Yes this bike really was a childhood dream bike for me. Take care and thanks again
I’m sure Greg watched this upload with a massive grin 😁 what a bike !
Great if he did, thanks for watching and your support
Watching you ride this bike was amazing. You looked so in control and perfectly balanced on the bike. The angles of bikes today are painful to look at.
Thanks again for your support glad you liked it 👍
GG : YES!!!
The "angles" (New Age righteous ignoramus hipster abortion) of these worthless prefab plastic Made in China "bikes" are beyond painful to look aat. For starters.
Love this! Had the great fortune of watching Lemond and the Badger during their time of conflict regarding team leadership during a couple of Coors Classic years. Epic stages in the Colorado Rockies. Still have my hallowed La Vie Claire T-shirt framed on my wall. Those were also the days of the famed 7-Eleven crew, with Hampsten, Kiefel, Phinney, Pierce and Alcala....epic Tour and Giro teams! Those were the good old days of the American rise to the top ranks of intl cycling.
Thanks for sharing your fond memories, great days. 😉 glad you enjoyed the Greg Lemond video, thanks for your support it’s much appreciated 👍
Top of the range bike with top of the range groupset👍thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching and your support it’s much appreciated
Campagnolo C-Record. Pretty close to the Holy Grail of vintage racing there my good man! Excellent vid & production again, thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for your support and watching buddy
Greg Lemond! A REAL American Hero 😎
Definitely 😉 thanks for watching
Stumbled upon your site and glad I did. Back in 1985 when I was 30 years old the cycling bug bit me........That year Lemond was neck and neck with Hinault but it wasnt quite his time. The following year it was and his epic win in 1986 inspired me beyond belief. An American actually winning the Tour, imagine that. Fast forward to 2022. I am retired, and have lots of time to ride and accomplish fitness goals I have been putting off for years.
Absolutely loved the bike. Brings back lots of fond memories from the 80's. Well done, sir. I admire a person that has passion for what they do. Kudos to you. You have earned a subscriber.
Hay, many thanks for the Subscription it’s much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the video, I’ve got another couple of Greg Lemonds in the pipeline, so watch this space. Thanks for sharing you story, glad your enjoying your time now 🚴👍
I could watch these videos all day long, and this was one of your best! I loved it! Beautiful restoration of an exotic and iconic bike and a superbly produced video. Top drawer Andy!
Thanks buddy for watching and your words of support 👍
Yes the whole video and build were superb, funky colours all round back then !
What an EPIC bike! Words can't describe how awesome Greg Lemond team road bike is and Greg Lemond himself. This is a once in a lifetime treasure. And what a great resto for an historic bike. The Campy Delta brakes and groupset WOW! just WOW! I am super happy for you. Cheers my friend Cheers!!!
Thank you my friend, to hear back from Greg Lemond himself was something else. Really enjoyed doing this one. Thanks for your support buddy all the best
Greg LeMond in my mind is #1 forever. A true Champion. The heart of a Lion. I had a 2001 Marin made by Belloto of Italy. It was a very innovative aluminium bike. The Paint was Phenomenal! It had some of the same color as this LeMond...it was Orange but it had yellow fading into green and blue too. Beautiful!!! Viva Lemond! The colors if a flame.
Yes I only hear great things about Greg Lemond and couldn’t believe when he got in touch regarding our restoration. Your bike sounds very interesting. Thanks for your support and watching.
Thanks for the memories!!!😊 Steel is Real👍
Great times and yes it certainly is 👍😉🚲
Remember watching these bikes back in the day. Thanks for this one
Glad you enjoyed it no problem, it really was my pleasure I had a blast. Thanks for watching and the support
That was great team 💤 my favorite so far ,thanks ...
Much appreciated glad you liked it
Absolutely amazing video. Lemond and Steve Bauer were my cycling hero’s. Watching this video brought back some great memories of that era. Well done.
Many thanks for the support glad you liked it, it’s much appreciated. Lots more to come 👍
Lovely bike .. from COLOMBIA 🇨🇴
Thanks for watching and the support 👍🚲
Very inspirational Andy and a cracking restoration. I still wear a "Stars and Stripes " Greg Lemond cycling top from this era ! The brake calipers look amazing no matter what and what a fantastic reply from the man himself about the bike.
Thanks buddy for the words of support, really enjoyed this one and yes to actually have connected with the man himself was something else. Thanks again all the best
Great video Andy. Love your enthusiasm. I never miss one of your builds
I appreciate that thank you for all the support that you give. All the best Andy
Andy ,,,,, simply just plain and beautiful,,,,Greg,s Lemond movie is to be released on June 23, 2023. “The last rider” here in the USA. I would be a great match if you show up to a movie theater with this bike and see the movie…..like always Andy ,,, superb built….
You're a hero now though ! 🔥🚒
Thanks
This is my favorite build yet - if not my favorite bike of all time. Close call with the 7-11 team bikes for all time favorite race bike. Great vid!
Thanks for watching and your supporting comment glad you enjoyed it. All the best
This is probably one of my favourite videos you've done yet. Great build, text from Greg Lemond and massive enthusiasm. Keep it up
Thanks for watching and your support 👍
Hello Mr. Andy. Great to have/see you back doing what you do!! Congrats with the restore you did on this bike, it came out top notch !!. Hope all is well in the UK, stay safe and healthy and hope you will be doing more restore vids as weather gets better. Take care.
Thanks my friend for the supporting comment, yes I have a few restorations on the go at the moment and yes the weather had definitely picked up. All the best take care
I am Greg LeMond' biggest fan, that being said, this was a blast from start to finish!
Glad you enjoyed it...the guy really is a living legend! Thanks for the support
That was totally inspiring! It was like watching a magical time machine come back to life!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your support
Truly an iconic and stunning looking bike. And made even more stunning by your restoration. Thank you for sharing this.
Thanks for watching and your kind words of support all the best
What a beautiful bike, thanks for sharing this restoration with us!
Any time! Thanks for your support
Amazing. Absolutely beautiful! 👏
Many thanks glad you liked it
I have a LeMond with the same paint from the same era. It's the Tourmalet model. Not sure what tubing because it has a "Tour de France" sticker where the tubing label would be, but lugged tubes, Italian-threaded bottom bracket. I rebuilt it with Shimano 600 vintage components (mostly). So happy to have a pre-Trek LeMond.
I, too, have a Team Z jersey from that era (made by Tommaso). Bought it when he was still on the team, so 1990 or 91. And yes, he was one of the main reasons I got into cycling as well.
Great to hear your inspiration into cycling was of this era. Seems these years really were the golden years of road racing. Thanks for watching and your support all the best Andy
Lovely restoration, entertaining video. Truly, a labor of love: thanks & enjoy!!!
Thanks Patrick for watching and the support 👍
Andy been waiting for this one for ages look forward to watching it 😉well done on all your subscriber's 👍
Thanks Paul for your support, hope you enjoy it as much as I have, its been epic to ride such a bike
Bike shop in Berlin 1992 had about 25 of these hanging up and for sale. They had about 10 frames in every size from 47-66 by Colnago, Pegoretti, Atala, Catalana
Andy, i never thought it is possible but i see even more enthusiam than for your other Bikes. Love It.
Thanks my friend absolutely loved this one...really is a childhood dream bike
Another great project, Robert (Pippa) Millar was my inspiration for getting into cycling. I'm halfway through a 85 Peugeot Robert Millar Autograph restoration at the minute 👍
Sounds great...I just missed out on a group ride up Scotland recently 🏴 with her gutted I couldn’t get up there. Thanks for the support all the best
One of your best Andy. Beautiful restoration. Keep them coming.
Thanks buddy yes I have plenty to get through 🚲🚲🚲🚲👍
What a stunning bike! I like all the matching details!
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching
Cracking Andy, got to be up there. Looking forward to the next👍
More to come! Thanks for the support
Thank you Andy. Stunning bike and great video.
Thanks John for watching and your support
Love this channel. Looking forward to this dropping in a few hours. I'll make sure I'm in a quiet room with a brew. I've found lots of great info on here about brands etc and some of the hints and tips have been excellent in helping with my own little projects
Huge thanks for your support really means a lot glad you've found the videos helpful
Looks cracking Andy. Nice that Le Mond himself took the time to reply too 😀
Wow! Absolute Magic! 🎉
Thanks
Love seeing your joy riding it at the end, awesome man
Thanks for watching and the support
Took me back! Good job. I hope Oakley brings those back!
Thanks for watching and the support, I wear mine regularly and would definitely buy another set.
i'm with you on the watching Pippa int mountains ...seemed so amazing back then, like the first astronaut on the moon.
Yes, I like that....astronaut on the moon reference. Thanks for watching and the support
Love it, Andy, cracking vid, this brings back great memories 👍 Greg Lemond, legend 👍keep up the good work mate👍🚴🏴
Thanks Stephen all the best 👍 hoping to be touring up your way this year ⛺️ 🚴♂️
Absolutely love the details on this bike and your work ofcourse. Beautiful! :) Cheers
Thanks buddy for your support keep up your hard work 🚲🚲🚲👍
Looks Amazing! Love the channel, keek up the amazing restorations!!
Thanks! Will do, thank you for your support means a lot
Very nice looks great, good job 👍.
Glad you like it thanks for watching
Love that restoration work, my salutations to you from El Salvador. I had an Alpe d' Huez, and I loved that bike.
Glad you liked it, hope it brought back some fond memories of your Alpe d’ Huez bike. Thanks for watching
Great video and build, Andy. I am so amazed, how you come across this beautiful bikes. I was stationed in Germany, USAF, when Greg was winning those tours. Keep the great content coming and stay safe . KB.
Many thanks.....yes I consider myself lucky getting to grips with so many great bikes. All the best and you too buddy
Beautiful result! I love your work and your enthusiasm. Keep doing it! 👍
Thank you! Will do! Thanks for your support
Great video! The bike is beautiful and you do wonderful work.
Your attitude is inspiring, thanks for sharing your passion with us all.
Thank you kindly, glad you enjoy them.
I've restored 2 treks. A lemond will be my next restoration cloning this paint scheme.
Yes it certainly is a striking colour. Thanks for watching
Well that sure didn't disappoint Andy, stunning bike and a privilege to work on and ride I'm sure. I remember watching Greg winning that TdF live (either RTE 2 or Channel 4 at the time I think) and also racing on red and white Time pedals back in the day - they were the best pedals by far back then. Sweet rebuild to hopefully be enjoyed for years to come.
Thanks John for such a supporting comment. Until researching I didn't realise just how significant that 1989 TDF was to me and so many others. Glad it brought back some good cycling memories. Thanks again all the best
Helo! congratulations on restoring this wonderful bike and honoring Greg Lemond.
Glad you like it! Thanks for your support all the best Andy
Another great and enjoyable video thanks You did a beauty job on the bike and for being a 30+ old bike it still looks and cruises like a new machine. Cheers
Thanks yes really enjoyed the ride on this one definitely in my top 5. Thanks for your support
what a great video Andy! greetings and love from Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Wow Malaysia....yes hello and thanks for watching and your support take care
Absolutely stunning bike! Wow! Wow! Wow!
Thank you kindly! Glad you enjoyed it.
Amazing Bike and really good restoration. You are Legend!!!!!!!
Wow thanks buddy 👍😉🚲🚲🚲
WHAT A BOSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LOVE THE KIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks 🙏
Definitely stunning and with heritage!
Thanks for the support Andy
Beautiful bike
Thanks
You never disappoint. Beautiful build!
Thanks for the support 😉👍
Absolutely superb Andy, what a fantastic bike 👌👍
Cheers buddy all the best
masterclass
Thanks 🙏
Another great restoration Andy - awesome video chapeau 🎩
Many thanks for watching and the support
Hello there and thank you for this great video with such rare and beautiful bike.
The best part is actually you rode the bike 👍👏💪😍
Big thank you for your support I do enjoy riding these beautiful bikes 🚴
@@BikeItUK well few weeks ago I spoted one cheap and interesting road bike on andvertisment. I have MTB and ride it, but my old wish was to have an road bike. And this one reminds me on my fathers old bike he got in the factory in the 80s, that factory was producing bike cranksets it’s name was Unis from Yugoslavia. So, I got old german bike for very cheap, 40€, steel frame with lugs, weinmann brakes with dual levers and rims, maillard high flange hubs, shimano positron shifters, shimano chain and casette, SR Sakae Custom crankset 42/52, SR Sakae BB, Uno stem, Friko handlebar. So I stripped the bike to the frame, sent the frame to sandblasting and powdercoating in matte black. While I was waiting I was cleaned every single component the best I could and assemble it back, today I got new tires, tubes, seatpost, brake lines and housings, bar tape and pedals.
I just need seatclamp screw to come and I can start building a bike. So tomorrow I am planing to start and record it, and mount the proper video in few days.
Your videos give me some experiance and will to do it properly
Great work again your excitement comes through on your videos .ive recently restored a Raleigh 531c thanks to you 👍🏻🏴
That is awesome, and music to my ears....as you know I love a Raleigh. Thanks for your comment and support buddy
Another great job 👏
Thank you so much 😀
Beautiful bike! & That number plate! 🤩🤩
Thanks 👍 glad you liked it
@@BikeItUK pleasure is mine also, watching such videos makes us happy too
Absolutely awesome !!! Bravo friend; )
Many thanks buddy all the best take care 👍
Amazing bike ❤
Thanks 🙏
J'adore vos vidéos, le vélo Lemond est un de mes préférés (j'ai le TVT 92 Team Z), les couleurs sont superbes, merci à vous pour vos vidéos, bonne continuation car on en redemande !
Merci pour votre commentaire, bonne balade ! J'en ai encore beaucoup à venir merci encore prenez soin de vous
amazing bike.. outstanding video.. cheers! have the same kit..
Yes certainly is a great kit, for me maybe the most iconic of all time. Thanks for your support and watching