What is Carbolite bike frame?

Peugeot Carbolite 10 is a steel-framed bike hence you may call it a “decent” roadster. The steel frame or body is made of pig iron what drove the costs of the bike down and logical level. This bicycle generally used as touring model and entry level bike. The tires size are 28mm while it has a steel-rim with 36-spokes.

What is Peugeot Carbolite?

The “carbolite 103” refers to the frame tubing steel. It’s basically Hi Ten steel, the cheapest and heaviest available. Even ignoring the grade of steel, all the parts in the pics indicate that this is a very entry-level bike.

What is carbolite?

Carbolite is low calorie, fat and cholesterol free with only 2 carbs per ounce. Carbolite contains 4 active yogurt cultures to promote a healthy digestive system.

How tall is a Peugeot Carbolite 103 bike?

Carbolite 103 Frame made in France, 10-Speed Road Bike in Good Condition. Frame is in very good condition, no dents or bad scrapes, and measures 20-1/4″ from the center of the crank to the top of the seat post, 30″ stand over height.

What kind of steel is a Carbolite 103 made of?

Any feedback would be great. Well if its steel you should be good for years ! Carbolite 103 was Peugeots attempt to make cheap bike frames out of pig iron. There were shedloads of them around during the eighties, retailing at just over £100 and sporting strictly bottom end all steel componants. Most common colours were blue or Mauve.

Is the Carbolite 103 bike frame top end?

The frame is in good nick (not top end) with only a few chips etc. Any feedback would be great. Well if its steel you should be good for years ! Carbolite 103 was Peugeots attempt to make cheap bike frames out of pig iron.

What kind of tubing does a Peugeot Carbolite use?

Carbolite 103 is the steel tubing that Peugeots used in the late 70’s and throughout the 80’s. It was usually used on entry level and touring models.