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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 14,739
Posted By 75lechamp

I greatly appreciate this thread AdventureManCO ...

I greatly appreciate this thread AdventureManCO as I am in need of this kind of support. I have recently decided I need to divest much of my collection; I moved into a new house with a much smaller...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,526
Posted By 75lechamp

One of my favorite bike books, which I bought in...

One of my favorite bike books, which I bought in 1973 and still have, is "Richard's Bicycle Book." I was always fascinated by the bike on the cover, which is EXACTLY like that Condor in your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,940
Posted By 75lechamp

wildOG mine does have the braze on front....

wildOG mine does have the braze on front. Fascinating minutae on these bikes, thanks for the updates, some things you mentioned I had not heard before! ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,940
Posted By 75lechamp

Very nice, and in my favorite Colnago color. Here...

Very nice, and in my favorite Colnago color. Here is mine, which according to the research I have seen, is a 1981 Super, same color as yours. Great bike!

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-11-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By 75lechamp

Yes, during this period, Raleigh always measured...

Yes, during this period, Raleigh always measured Center to Top - that was the common standard back then. My other Pro is a 21.5 CTT, which is probably what you are looking for. It's funny; the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-30-23, 02:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By 75lechamp

1978 Raleigh Professional 22.5" CTT

PRICE NOW $600 INCLUDES SHIPPING to lower 48. Thanks for looking!

Hi folks, back to thinning the herd since I have less garage space. Here is a 1978 Raleigh Pro, 22 1/2" center to top seat tube....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,114,042
Posted By 75lechamp

Super cool Weinmann centerpulls

These were hard to find, for my '64 Paramount P12 build (thank you Billy!)

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-05-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,032
Posted By 75lechamp

1972 Motobecane Le Champion

SOLD!!

Continuing to thin the herd, as we are moving.... here is a '72 Moto Le Champion, frame size 21" CTT. Typical crazed original paint and decals. Has the standard set up including:

Special...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-25-23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 314
Posted By 75lechamp

FS: 1975 Peugeot PX 10 21" CTT w Stronglight headset

SOLD:

Hi folks, thinning the herd. Here is a 1975 Peugeot PX10 frame, full 531, 21" center to top. Original paint, lots of chips, original decals, no dents that I can detect. Chrome is in great...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-16-23, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 400
Posted By 75lechamp

SOLD: 1974 Raleigh Super Tourer frame 21.5" $125

SOLD! ****

Hi folks, I have a 1974 Raleigh Super Tourer frame 21.5" CTT. Original chartreuse paint, in very good condition, but not pristine. Comes with original Brampton headset. Chrome is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 06:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By 75lechamp

I did find a link to the '73 Paramount specs...

I did find a link to the '73 Paramount specs document: http://www.schwinnbikeforum.com/SLDB/Adobe/1973%20Paramount%20Catalog.pdf

I believe that the P10-9 and P15-9 both shared the same frame, a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 04:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,525
Posted By 75lechamp

I have never done a color job, but second the...

I have never done a color job, but second the endorsement above for Spraymax 2K which I have successfully used for spraying clear over decals. It wetsands really well, and after a few days is super...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By 75lechamp

That is a very good question. Although I have...

That is a very good question. Although I have temporarily put a NR RD on it, the orginal spec was a "Le Tour" derailleur (which I have, below), and a Regina 14-16-19-25-31 freewheel, which I just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By 75lechamp

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 796
Posted By 75lechamp

'73 Paramount P15-9 build - J7373

Well, here is Paramount #5.... a very nice 1973 P15-9, serial number J7373 (September 1973, 73rd frame that month, kind of cool). I had my local painter redo the original color, Silver Mist. At...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-23, 11:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 983
Posted By 75lechamp

Finished for now....

Thanks everyone for the input! I have temporarily completed this project, still waiting for arrival of a set of the GB Ventoux (map) bars and the 3TTT Record stem. To get a ride in, I put on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,429
Posted By 75lechamp

Back to the future - retrofit Stronglight cottered crank

I decided to return the Paramount back to what would have been the stock configuration as much as possible. Although I bought it from the daughter of the original owner, she could not really recall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By 75lechamp

DeRosa Chorus vs C Record

I've been in the process of gradually replacing some of the Chorus parts on my De Rosa to C Record. Here is how that went:

Replaced the Chorus RD with a C Record:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 983
Posted By 75lechamp

New Build: 1973/74 Raleigh RRA

Hey folks, this is a build where I somehow acquired a lot of parts before the frame showed up, which is serendipity especially in the case of a Raleigh RRA, which was only made for one year and does...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-21-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,610
Posted By 75lechamp

I find this topic very interesting, as I too have...

I find this topic very interesting, as I too have a few Raleighs in the 21 1/2" size, namely a Professional MkIV, an International, an RRA and a Super Tourer. I went out to the bike garage and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,035
Posted By 75lechamp

Very cool old P12! I am curious about where the...

Very cool old P12! I am curious about where the serial number is on the earlier P12s. I have a December '67 P12 (I don't think it is a touring model, but I do know it is a P12 based on non chrome...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-14-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 445
Posted By 75lechamp

Huret Jubilee derailleurs - NO LONGER FOR SALE

NO LONGER FOR SALE

Hi folks, I have a complete Huret Jubilee derailleur set, including:

Rear derailleur, early short spring version, short cage. This is the version set up to work on Huret...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 10:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,167
Posted By 75lechamp

I will put in a plug for Gus Salmon. He does some...

I will put in a plug for Gus Salmon. He does some fantastic work.

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=gus%20salmon%20decals
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 38,188
Posted By 75lechamp

Purple Ciocc

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 21,749
Views: 3,086,213
Posted By 75lechamp

Tour de Steamboat 2023

Went on my sixth straight year Tour de Steamboat, put on by old friend Kent Eriksen. It was a great day, some challenging hills, but couldn't beat the weather. Stats:

1981 Colnago Super
66.26...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-13-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 119
Posted By 75lechamp

ISO: Cottered crank bottom bracket

Hi folks, I am working on putting my '67 Paramount P12 back to original spec and one part is the crank and bottom bracket. I have found a Stronglight 54 cottered crank, which is close to original,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-23, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 865
Posted By 75lechamp

That sounds like a fantastic build! I have always...

That sounds like a fantastic build! I have always admired those track bikes, with the red, white and blue, and chrome lugs. Here is one that I saw for sale on Craigslist. Good luck with your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,875
Posted By 75lechamp

I had to get 2 Allezs, one for the big brother's...

I had to get 2 Allezs, one for the big brother's and the second for the little brother's. Rode big brother's at last year's Tour of the Moon in Grand Junction (same route as the Hell of the West in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-23, 07:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 499
Posted By 75lechamp

SOLD: Cinelli Grammo titanium stem 26.0 110mm

SOLD.... thanks!

Hi folks, I have a Cinelli Grammo titanium stem available. It fits 26.0 bars and is a 110 mm extension. In very good condition, very light, and has a reproduction plastic cap,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 22,259
Posted By 75lechamp

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-16-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 865
Posted By 75lechamp

1972 Motobecane Le Champion

Hey folks, it's been a while since I have been in sell mode, but thinking about starting to thin the burgeoning herd. With that in mind, what do you think is a fair value for my 1972 Le Champion,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,367
Posted By 75lechamp

Outstanding find merziac ! Well done!

Outstanding find merziac ! Well done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,114,042
Posted By 75lechamp

1978 Red Zinger water bottle!

Brings back memories of hanging out in Boulder back in 1978....
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-23, 01:15 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,370
Posted By 75lechamp

I like the stable yet spirited ride on my '81...

I like the stable yet spirited ride on my '81 Super.... plus I agree, the color is iconic for Colnago, that blue is really something, here's mine, with Cobalto brakes and Mavic SSC bleu rims....

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By 75lechamp

Registered, thanks for the reminder Matt! That...

Registered, thanks for the reminder Matt! That 770 is fantastic, inspires me to maybe ride my 957?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,538
Posted By 75lechamp

Adding to the excellent Campus Green Paramount,...

Adding to the excellent Campus Green Paramount, here is my '67 Paramount....

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,930
Posted By 75lechamp

74 Grand Jubile

After several false starts, I am finally turning my attention to my '74 Grand Jubile. I have had the frame for over 20 years and have built it up a couple of times, only to get it back down to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 682
Posted By 75lechamp

Nearing completion....

Had some time to hang a few parts on this bike, interesting that the clearances actually permit Campy brakes. I put some "normal" reach Campys on and it's almost like they could take short reach!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 615
Posted By 75lechamp

Agreed, impossible to have too many Paramounts!...

Agreed, impossible to have too many Paramounts! My '71 Kool Lemon is one of the last ones with Prugnat lugs, yours must have been later in the year when they went back to the Nervex.... well done!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 08:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 288
Posted By 75lechamp

First of all congratulations for your excellent...

First of all congratulations for your excellent taste and attention to detail. A Carlsbad Masi is certainly in my bucket list, and hopefully I can get there someday. It would be great to see pics of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-23, 08:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 682
Posted By 75lechamp

To me that is one of the great appeals of the...

To me that is one of the great appeals of the Paramount - all the vivid colors! Speaking of Kool Lemon, here is my '71, non-step through....

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 682
Posted By 75lechamp

wow superb examples merziac !

wow superb examples merziac !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 682
Posted By 75lechamp

75 Paramount P60/P65 mixte/step-through/ladies

Starting a build on my latest acquisition, a '75 P60 or P65 in Flamboyant Lime. ....

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-23, 05:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,723
Posted By 75lechamp

Yes, I grabbed it, my fourth Paramount, first...

Yes, I grabbed it, my fourth Paramount, first step-through! It has some issues, but hard to argue with that color (Flamboyant Lime).... I will be bringing it back to some semblance of originality.......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-23, 07:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 407
Posted By 75lechamp

Thanks, I tend to agree. However there is one...

Thanks, I tend to agree. However there is one strange aspect. I bought the frame from someone who is not the original owner, but it came to him with Weinmann center pulls. On all my other paramounts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,571
Posted By 75lechamp

Finally got around to building up the Paramount,...

Finally got around to building up the Paramount, hope to ride it once the weather starts to clear up around here....

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 09:29 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,104
Posted By 75lechamp

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1979 Raleigh Team 753
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 07:22 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,104
Posted By 75lechamp

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1975 Paramount P10-9...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,119
Posted By 75lechamp

If you're near Golden, you owe it to yourself to...

If you're near Golden, you owe it to yourself to go to Seth's shop, Golden Velo. Stunning array of parts, frames, bikes, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,792
Posted By 75lechamp

AdventureManCO I just got this one back from my...

AdventureManCO I just got this one back from my painter here in the Denver area yesterday .... he does a fantastic job. To me, there is not much better than a well executed candy apple type color...
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