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03-17-24, 03:39 PM
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Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

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Everything too nice for words.

edit: oh, … the...
03-17-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 489
Posted By Wildwood

Clear your handlebars and your mind will follow

Glad to see an article that endorses one of my favorite sayings.

'Absorb the world around you and let your mind wander' - you may find that it's more addictive than data | Cycling Weekly...
03-16-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 391
Posted By Wildwood

Ahhh,... Lightbulb moment = I had not checked the...

Ahhh,... Lightbulb moment = I had not checked the Olympian spec for crankset, ....or forgot I did, ....or did not put 2+2 together. Purchased the AD Olympian from a flipper (15+years ago) who had...
03-16-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 391
Posted By Wildwood

Neither of the Nervar cranksets were original to...

Neither of the Nervar cranksets were original to the framesets. I believe this one has original rings= 53/42. Also stamped as BSA.

Cannot speak for the one that got away on a nice bike.
...
03-15-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 391
Posted By Wildwood

122 on two Nervars I have had.

122 on two Nervars I have had.
03-14-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,092,481
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Full sun, low 50*s, dry pavement. Love it.

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The...
03-14-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3,846
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Views: 657,808
Posted By Wildwood

Some days……. (ahhhh) Especially, when it has...

Some days……. (ahhhh)
Especially, when it has been some days.
The sounds of frogs says Spring is near....
03-14-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5,279
Views: 826,485
Posted By Wildwood

Still trying to perfect an ice wheel, but...

Still trying to perfect an ice wheel, but suffered a PacMan attack.
...
03-10-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 281
Posted By Wildwood

Tires are HUGE, no doubt. Probably why wheels get...

Tires are HUGE, no doubt. Probably why wheels get less attention in C&V.

and everyone's going to fatter tires.

edit: some of my favorite rides (for good pavement outings) were wearing Conti...
03-10-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 281
Posted By Wildwood

These Ambrosio Montreal w/ 36 spokes seemed...

These Ambrosio Montreal w/ 36 spokes seemed smooth and steady on another bike, hoping to have them on the road again shortly. On a '72 Holdsworth Pro....
03-08-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 21,619
Views: 3,018,051
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Great photos folks. I can tell everyone is beginning to arise from Winter's doldrums.

First dry day that coincided with my opportunity to ride. Low 50*s, no wind
Only a 20 year old build, but...
03-08-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 27,079
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Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

First dry day in a couple of weeks that coupled with my schedule. Only a dozen miles, but Fri afternoon is not the friendliest on my roads, everyone in a hurry. But Sat morning is what I saved for....
03-07-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By Wildwood

Concept validation.

Concept validation.
03-07-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By Wildwood

Luckily: 1. These helmets are not publicly...

Luckily:
1. These helmets are not publicly available - yet.
2. Time trial group rides are rarer than frog hairs.
03-07-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,621
Posted By Wildwood

Back in the saddle again. All Spanish riders...

Back in the saddle again.
All Spanish riders with one exception. And yes, still orange uniforms
Euskaltel - Euskadi 2024 (procyclingstats.com)...
03-07-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By Wildwood

And.....Rapha's or Assos's or Le Col's new...

And.....Rapha's or Assos's or Le Col's new jerseys will save 5 watts. Welcome to the world of wind tunnels, marketing, and pro cycling = Where a second may be the difference between fame or...
03-06-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 492
Posted By Wildwood

I have an Olympian that measures 63.5 CTT, the...

I have an Olympian that measures 63.5 CTT, the Vent Noir I sold was the same size. I ride/rode them with narrow handlebars and skinny, hard tires (22 & 25mm tubulars). IMHO, handling is superb. In...
03-06-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,424
Posted By Wildwood

Well, as an admirer of the Garage, all I can say...

Well, as an admirer of the Garage, all I can say is = I know who to call when I have to sell the 8 or 9 left in my vintage fleet.. Size seems about right, too. :)
03-05-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 508
Posted By Wildwood

I'm close to your height. If you can stand over...

I'm close to your height. If you can stand over the 25" (63.5cm) frame barefooted with a cm to spare, then your inseam is most likely longer than what you state in post #1, by at least a couple of...
03-03-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,576
Posted By Wildwood

Dump the Varsity, get a nice vintage roadie. ...

Dump the Varsity, get a nice vintage roadie. Call it a nostalgia upgrade. With the savings from your $2500 budget, take a cycling vacation this summer....
03-03-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,158
Posted By Wildwood

Actually, I have ''messed up' the DeRosa. Cinelli...

Actually, I have ''messed up' the DeRosa. Cinelli bars (narrower by 3cm) and stem (shorter by 5mm) and colorful ribbon.
(editorial: = Why is it that every time I post a rolling picture without hands...
03-02-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,689
Posted By Wildwood

72, just clearing my handlebars so as to see...

72, just clearing my handlebars so as to see everything else.. And enjoying vintage, modern and e-roadie in all the zones and zip codes that please me. :innocent:...
03-02-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By Wildwood

Agree with many above comments. At 72 I needed...

Agree with many above comments. At 72 I needed help on climbs. I can climb on std bikes, but it wears me out too much to be productive afterward. The e-roadie in the mix gets more riding options....
03-02-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,648
Posted By Wildwood

Nice that you followed-up with a report. And...

Nice that you followed-up with a report.
And good to know the bike fits the purposes.
How about a picture?
03-02-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1,569
Views: 199,041
Posted By Wildwood

Today? Just kinda enjoying the C&V vibe. ...

Today?
Just kinda enjoying the C&V vibe.

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The...
03-02-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,158
Posted By Wildwood

1986. Not sure if it was the 1st year for aero...

1986. Not sure if it was the 1st year for aero that could go non-aero.
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edit: very...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-24, 01:41 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,099
Posted By Wildwood

Until recently my oldest was from 1959. But I...

Until recently my oldest was from 1959. But I ride friction, indexed, Ergo10, Di2 - put it on a 60cm frame and I will ride it....
02-28-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,074
Posted By Wildwood

I'm worried that GPS is vulnerable to...

I'm worried that GPS is vulnerable to electro-magnetic disruptions/satellite attacks/etc; thereby, interfering with my cycling & fitness statistics. Odometer, and I do a roll-out every day for...
02-26-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,122
Posted By Wildwood

Beautiful tandem. Funny how that 'get the...

Beautiful tandem.

Funny how that 'get the spouse gently into the sport' ..........
02-26-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,238
Posted By Wildwood

Can't answer the question of bike shop inventory,...

Can't answer the question of bike shop inventory, but the Seattle CL has 2200 listings. Over 500 for this past weekend alone. Surely something on the local used market must fit your needs.

Size...
02-25-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 506
Posted By Wildwood

Not sure I've met Art. Is he the guy with the...

Not sure I've met Art. Is he the guy with the 'chainring dirt' tattooed on his right calf?
Would these count?
SPEED THRILLS, PERIOD
T-shirt from LA Olympics was too memorable to part with after it...
02-25-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 803
Posted By Wildwood

Wonderful bike. Follow-up with a ride report....

Wonderful bike.
Follow-up with a ride report. Red may be fast but black is dependable and perhaps classy.
Check the FD clamp for cracks. Looks maybe Delrin?




and hey, ......no hating on the...
02-24-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By Wildwood

THREAD CLOSED - :deadhorse2: :deadhorse: ...

THREAD CLOSED -
:deadhorse2: :deadhorse:



Old guys whinging over trivial pursuits has run its' course. ;)
02-23-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 21,619
Views: 3,018,051
Posted By Wildwood

Always grateful to post this thread.

Can it be? Spring has Sprung?

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Somewhere along a...
02-23-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,039,009
Posted By Wildwood

I made the above trip in reverse today. Sunny &...

I made the above trip in reverse today. Sunny & 52*. No time deadline and full sun. This is a slightly longer route, but today in the sunshine it was delightfully sun-filled. On the gravel trail...
02-22-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 27,079
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Posted By Wildwood

Somehow the pic with "the hills" got...

Somehow the pic with "the hills" got omitted.
02-19-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,039,009
Posted By Wildwood

I like this e-bike. Not a problem in 18 mo. ...

I like this e-bike.
Not a problem in 18 mo.
Just fun - in a more leisurely sort of way....
02-18-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,075
Posted By Wildwood

I have a Ti with Campa10 triple, so I know this...

I have a Ti with Campa10 triple, so I know this is a go-anywhere bike.
botty kayer - lovely build. 2nd to + :thumb::thumb: for all th earlier compliments.
02-18-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,538
Posted By Wildwood

'Zone two' is what cyclists call 'having a nice...

'Zone two' is what cyclists call 'having a nice time' when we want to make it sound scientific | Cycling Weekly...
02-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 449
Posted By Wildwood

I missed it. Until now. 'A big waste of...

I missed it.
Until now.
'A big waste of time’: Inside the stage race with only one stage | Cycling Weekly...
02-18-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 3,846
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Posted By Wildwood

This is a recent addition (with only a few miles...

This is a recent addition (with only a few miles by me) after reducing by ~ a dozen. Butt,…the frame & fork are so clean… I had to bite on the low price. I need to downsize again, but a desire to...
02-18-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3,846
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Views: 657,808
Posted By Wildwood

No cortisone, but I like riding like it's 1972...

No cortisone, but I like riding like it's 1972 again. I'm 72, too.
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1972 PX10
02-18-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 824
Posted By Wildwood

to quote Jimi - Well if 6 turned out to be 9, I...

to quote Jimi - Well if 6 turned out to be 9, I don't mind, I don't mind

8 kinda looks like 7, almost looks like 6. I'll wait for 9....
02-18-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 824
Posted By Wildwood

Some of us need pics to keep up with all the...

Some of us need pics to keep up with all the Spesh, Trek, Giant, etc models.

Remco's (from La Vuelta) should be top flite, too....
02-17-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,092,481
Posted By Wildwood

Congrats! :recum:, :speedy: insomniac? :foo: ...

Congrats! :recum:, :speedy:
insomniac? :foo:
Try gummies. :thumb:
02-17-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,092,481
Posted By Wildwood

Always grateful to post this thread

This property always has the greenest grass.

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02-17-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 21,619
Views: 3,018,051
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

A 1980/81 vintage - not much ridden lately. 42/26 lowest hurts too much, at times, on Cougar Mt. But I made it. Switchbacked my way up the steepest bits.
...
02-12-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 21,619
Views: 3,018,051
Posted By Wildwood

Thankful as always to post this thread

Lots of shorty rides lately. Muchly about pumping tires and little stuff. Between the Pacific Moist West showers. ….and damp chill. But we get out. Some sun, some road, some trail, … and a stop to...
02-07-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 539
Posted By Wildwood

Wait a minute - is that a race number hanger on...

Wait a minute - is that a race number hanger on the top tube?


...but really - I'm a 'if the bike fits, ride it'. If you like it a month later, it is probably worth upgrades. In this case, a...
02-07-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 677
Posted By Wildwood

Rivbike Clem frame is more expensive, fewer bike...

Rivbike Clem frame is more expensive, fewer bike packing attachments, etc. Different fork, different bike. Does Rivbike even list the full geometry? Crazy long chainstays. Maybe with drop bars a Clem...
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