So, a buddy of mine donated an old "Vainqueur" 10 speed roadie to my growing collection of unwanted bikes (which includes a 1983 Kuwahara Puma, converted to a 1 spd cruiser, and a 1992 Specialized Rockhopper Comp, brought back from the dead). I can't find any information on this brand, but it appears to be an older French road bike, possibly from the early to mid 70's. Bright blue paint job, lugged steel frame, cottered cranks, reverse horizontal drop outs (not a track rear, but the old-style horizontal drops), and heavy as an elephant after a full meal. The head badge, the top tube, and the downtube all say "Vainqueur" (which is, apparently, French for "victor"). I checked Sheldon Brown's site, but no luck on finding any info on this manufacturer. Unfortunately, I don't have a picture to post. (I'm thinking of converting it to a SS commuter with a flat bar, 53 x 20 gearing, and some cross tires.) Anyone know of this brand?

There are some real geeks on that board who are into old obscure lightweights.