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03-06-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,931
Posted By jetboy

My Alfa spider was black!!! I think it does...

My Alfa spider was black!!! I think it does depend on year...later 70s early 80s in black was ok (in the USA). I just saw a 73 in green go by when I was on my bicycle (wow I could smell that spica)....
02-03-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,921
Posted By jetboy

its close but hes made a terrible mistake and is...

its close but hes made a terrible mistake and is on the wrong side.
01-31-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,921
Posted By jetboy

I once bought a bike that some PO had etched his...

I once bought a bike that some PO had etched his name all over the frame and on just about on every part. I thought - how crazy is that?

But now...
01-22-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 723
Posted By jetboy

Some "Avocet" parts were ofmega as I recall. ...

Some "Avocet" parts were ofmega as I recall. Nice stuff.
12-07-23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,685
Posted By jetboy

Bottecchia was - possibly/probably assassinated...

Bottecchia was - possibly/probably assassinated because he stood up against this very thing in the burgeoning fascism of pre-war Italy. we should strive to be more like him - cyclists and...
12-07-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,685
Posted By jetboy

i enjoyed that yes! I am the commute type though...

i enjoyed that yes! I am the commute type though and he gets it a bit wrong: it's not interrupting a good bike ride with work, its having some joy to start and endcap your workday. just a flip of...
12-05-23, 10:12 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

I like this: ; no steal on price but ... still...

I like this: ; no steal on price but ... still tempting.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-minty-specialized/7690681967.html
...
11-28-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,600
Posted By jetboy

1983 is when I see recessed brake bolts...

1983 is when I see recessed brake bolts appearing. its around there anyway. i suspect it spans some years.

probably the "higher end" models got them first as they were getting the newest brake...
11-14-23, 05:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,170
Posted By jetboy

one trick is to adjust the position of the rear...

one trick is to adjust the position of the rear axle as far back (and up) as you can: in extreme cases I have removed the drop out adjustment screws entirely so the axle can be slammed completely to...
11-14-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,170
Posted By jetboy

it can depend upon your frame/hanger - with some...

it can depend upon your frame/hanger - with some giving room than others. you may have to just try and find out!
11-02-23, 10:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,893
Posted By jetboy

steel is more forgiving than we are. it is a very...

steel is more forgiving than we are. it is a very cool frameset and I have the equipe version. It came to me original and stock so I am keeping it that way, but if it had come as a framset? I'd be...
11-02-23, 10:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 892
Posted By jetboy

i had no idea they made aluminum. I have a...

i had no idea they made aluminum.

I have a vague recall that the titanium was outsourced and may be the same as the panasonic - but not sure which way it all went. still cool frames either way.
11-02-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 892
Posted By jetboy

also the owner of american cyclery in San...

also the owner of american cyclery in San Francisco has one in the basement he had for sale for a minute. not sure he ever actually sold it - as I recall it was a 56- and thus too small for me. you...
09-23-23, 03:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 724
Posted By jetboy

I think strip to frameset (or close too). its a...

I think strip to frameset (or close too). its a big boy in a cool color- it should have a following but its going to be like.. a handful of people who really want that specific bike. for this...
09-20-23, 10:19 PM
Replies: 10,536
Views: 1,535,729
Posted By jetboy

my fault on the equipe! but the Carbon R is...

my fault on the equipe! but the Carbon R is actually an IM it just has carbon R stickers!
09-17-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 626
Posted By jetboy

GG has a dedicated bike lane- it's old but fully...

GG has a dedicated bike lane- it's old but fully removed from traffic and has great views. Once you hit the headlands you have to make a choice - one way is for the ironmen- to the left. For the...
09-17-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 626
Posted By jetboy

Good ride! We took it easy and basically were...

Good ride! We took it easy and basically were getting oriented on waypoints. Sunday morning is a good one for me if we want to do more- like a once a month thing.

I do wonder about adding in the...
09-16-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 626
Posted By jetboy

I am in! I am a 6'+ tall dude with a silver...

I am in! I am a 6'+ tall dude with a silver centurion equipe. I am pretty sure there won't be more than one- the bike is more distinctive than myself. ;)
09-16-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 626
Posted By jetboy

I could do: how about I meet you at the Ferry...

I could do: how about I meet you at the Ferry building around 11? I am coming from the east bay so that is easier for me! I may have to peel off at some point as I got to meet a friend back at my...
09-15-23, 07:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 626
Posted By jetboy

the 17th - what time? I might be up for it...

the 17th - what time? I might be up for it though i have ABSOLUTELY not been training for anything.

my centurion equipe should qualify. .
09-15-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10,536
Views: 1,535,729
Posted By jetboy

I had taken a break from the forum when He Who...

I had taken a break from the forum when He Who Must was suddenly no longer to be named. Glad he is doing well and pass along my respects if you have a chance.

for IM content: I am jealous your...
09-02-23, 10:09 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

its not exactly high end but a nice bike...

its not exactly high end but a nice bike (champion 5?). . I had one of those for a while (gave it away to a student who needed a bike). the paint alone is worth 200 bucks. and this one is only 80....
08-30-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,620
Posted By jetboy

If you left that bike locked to a public bike...

If you left that bike locked to a public bike parking space for a month? It's been a nuisance and at that point the storage fees are now accrued such that it is no longer your bike. Just like if you...
08-30-23, 05:56 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,620
Posted By jetboy

I'd just say we all have our own path on these...

I'd just say we all have our own path on these things. I run a bike co-op and we work with local authorities and they bring us the abandoned bikes rather than just dump them in the recycle bin.
...
08-30-23, 05:33 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,620
Posted By jetboy

Just to say: I have taken an abandoned bike...

Just to say: I have taken an abandoned bike similar to this one. It was right next to a gate guard station and I waved at them as I took an angle grinder from the theater scene shop and cut the lock...
08-30-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10,536
Views: 1,535,729
Posted By jetboy

A dreamer. I got a fantastic (in my opinion) deal...

A dreamer. I got a fantastic (in my opinion) deal from a forum member so my yard stick may be a few inches on the short side but that poster has gone too far. He thinks he has an actual Cinelli!
08-19-23, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 816
Posted By jetboy

I feel like its perfect as it is.

I feel like its perfect as it is.
08-19-23, 05:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,167
Posted By jetboy

only real purchase was this guy: retro classic in...

only real purchase was this guy: retro classic in lines but not super vintage ( yet). that is as purchased, dropped the saddle (he was a much longer legged fella than me) and changed to flats. but...
08-15-23, 11:16 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,683
Posted By jetboy

I only use the grease I find behind my ears. Best...

I only use the grease I find behind my ears. Best in the business. You got to store it up though- take a little every day.
08-12-23, 10:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,788
Posted By jetboy

looks to small for me. you too curb?

looks to small for me. you too curb?
08-05-23, 02:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 722
Posted By jetboy

​​​​​ ...

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https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/img20230803123431_be7b91319823daf395307cbc981bd8ecc0c181bb.jpg...
08-03-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 722
Posted By jetboy

Bad news good news and a new bike.

Well, my stumpjumper jumper sport got stolen. I should have secured it better in the back yard and I hope they sell it on and don't rattle can it pink and give it ape hangers. Such is life in the...
08-03-23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 388
Posted By jetboy

Got her home today. ...

Got her home today.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/img20230803123334_7982fe0901efd1bfdb0cd275df5011e6ea4b21da.jpg
beautiful shape!! He hardly rode it.

2008...
07-28-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

I ended up grabbing it. Paint is messy but it's...

I ended up grabbing it. Paint is messy but it's generally in good shape- may end up my new go to for commuting. Surprisingly light for mangy. Lighter than my stumpjumper sport- but that is true...
07-28-23, 01:25 AM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/berkeley-bi...

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/berkeley-bianchi-mtb-old-school/7644230800.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00P0P_amXY5KKnayp_07K0ak_1200x900.jpg

grizzly!
07-07-23, 10:19 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 7,180
Posted By jetboy

just pump until the tire explodes and then pump...

just pump until the tire explodes and then pump less next time.
07-02-23, 10:28 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

centurion semi-pro: looks clean, reasonable...

centurion semi-pro: looks clean, reasonable price. its been there a minute, they may take a 500 offer.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/pleasanton-1979-centurion-semi-pro-xl/7635994481.html...
07-02-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

The cult is real. I'd have suggested, if you...

The cult is real. I'd have suggested, if you wanted a 3rensho to look at a zunow as a bit under the radar. this seems to be 10+ year old advice- Zunow are now also 2k+ which means repair and...
06-21-23, 10:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 678
Posted By jetboy

but the pizza in Corvallis is good so.. you have...

but the pizza in Corvallis is good so.. you have that! ( this is based on 35 years ago when I had pizza there)
06-15-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,306
Posted By jetboy

I may have been drunk but I do stand by it. ;)

I may have been drunk but I do stand by it. ;)
06-15-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 904
Posted By jetboy

that was me. I got 2 frames for like 40$ and both...

that was me. I got 2 frames for like 40$ and both had been rattle can blasted- most the work was just removal and respray.
I also managed to score some 9 speed brifters from a salvage place for like...
06-10-23, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10,536
Views: 1,535,729
Posted By jetboy

hi all: not an IM but perhaps a precursor- and...

hi all: not an IM but perhaps a precursor- and I love to keep this thread on the first page:

urban guy as I am- no wonderful mountains but real work in the trenches- it can do it all and still...
06-10-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By jetboy

for that price buy and find out later. :)

for that price buy and find out later. :)
06-10-23, 10:30 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

total steal santa cruz area centurion IM: 125$ ...

total steal santa cruz area centurion IM: 125$
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/d/aptos-centurion-ironman-shimano-600/7630999867.html
...
06-07-23, 11:40 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

again- not cheap but I ride the same bike nearly...

again- not cheap but I ride the same bike nearly every day- a workhouse! and cool.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-specialized-mtb-large/7629334057.html
...
06-07-23, 11:36 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,901
Posted By jetboy

maybe not a "deal" but i love these bikes: ...

maybe not a "deal" but i love these bikes:
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-1984-centurion-comp-ta/7623884080.html
...
06-07-23, 11:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 942
Posted By jetboy

I do think yes: if you are a collector than...

I do think yes: if you are a collector than maybe not. One does not have to buy every bike-- someone else will hopefully spend $140 and be super stoked and ride it! every bike we don't buy is...
06-05-23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,764
Posted By jetboy

1. litter patrol, choke setter (logging), bog...

1. litter patrol, choke setter (logging), bog weeder, lab assistant, astronomy tutor, art seller, first grade teacher, middle school teacher, host, audio designer, scenic designer, lighting designer,...
06-04-23, 02:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 942
Posted By jetboy

I assume its the "Racing USA" grand Prix- red...

I assume its the "Racing USA" grand Prix- red with chrome -! Raleigh 555 tubing- very cool bike and fully blinged out. I think 140 is a steal of deal if its in nice shape!

like this right? ...
05-22-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 827
Posted By jetboy

wow. that was a high tech tool! I have done the...

wow. that was a high tech tool! I have done the "cut out" method and simply used a hacksaw blade wrapped in a rag- it was surprisingly quick and easy after all the previous efforts to try to...
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