1. TA adapter. I have two 5 pin to chainring adapters. Both of the adapters are for 6 bolt chainrings. I don't recall an adapter for 5 bolt rings. I certainly would like a couple. 2. Sears Free Spirit. I have one also. Is the same metallic lemony color of the only other one I have seen. I guess it is a club of two, not one. Mine is currently set up as a single with Stronglight 93 for its industrial look, and I had an extra one to use. I would appreciate any information on the original equipment for this Puch contract bike for Sears. I have had mine for about 20 years and don't remember anything about its origins. the other one I saw was frame only. It is all 531 but saved costs with no braze-ons, not even for the rear derailleur. the brazing is not so bad but the finish before paint is mediocre. 3. Death Ride. It is held in Markleeville California. There is a bit of trivia about Markleeville. It was where the predecessor to United Bicycle Institute, the Third Hand was before they moved to Shasta City California. they eventually moved to Ashland Oregon, where they are now. 4. Campagnolo triples: I have an original w/ 36 tooth ring and I believe I used an Avocet back in the day. I still see these occasionally. I have the original box, if I can find it, to specify which model. I vaguely emeber it as a No.4, buth I am not sure. I would think that a Sugino axle for a triple would also fit. I also have one with a 28 tooth conversion. It is neatly done and at first glance looks like the original w/ 36t.
Happy Trails, John Strizek Sacratomato, California USA
"Of course nothing fits; Its French."