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02-26-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,391
Posted By SurferRosa

Roll it out, take pics for the next owner, then...

Roll it out, take pics for the next owner, then put another Trek decal there.
02-22-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 466
Posted By Catnap

I sold around $1500 worth of stuff; a modern...

I sold around $1500 worth of stuff; a modern carbon track bike frameset and a lot of vintage parts. I had the table with the 3Rensho pursuit bike and the Zunow track frame on it.

I bought some...
02-22-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,521
Posted By RH Clark

No, I'm far from a museum piece collector. I...

No, I'm far from a museum piece collector. I actually started riding during the worst financial time of my life. I have bought all my bikes cheap off marketplace and have slowly acquired tools and...
02-22-24, 12:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 571
Posted By Andy_K

I've had some luck wrapping a rusty frame in...

I've had some luck wrapping a rusty frame in paper towels soaked in EvapoRust and then wrapping that in plastic wrap. I've also got a bottle of Barkeepers Friend I could pass your way if you want to...
02-21-24, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 571
Posted By davester

Having just restored an entire car with numerous...

Having just restored an entire car with numerous rusty bits, I am also a big fan of Evaporust. When restoring finishes, you should always start off with the gentlest method and gradually increase the...
02-20-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 571
Posted By obrentharris

That looks to me like a prime candidate for...

That looks to me like a prime candidate for evaporust or an oxalic acid bath. This rust looks minor enough that a scrub with "Barkeeper's Friend" might even do the job. Follow up with rubbing...
02-12-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,971
Posted By Robvolz

The various bikes

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02-04-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,081
Posted By bibliobob

+1. Super easy to make a paste and do spot...

+1. Super easy to make a paste and do spot applications.
02-03-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,081
Posted By Classtime

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Two layers leaked...
01-23-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 695
Posted By chiefkurtz

Big Red has joined the collection

For some weeks now, a person in the Philadelphia area had a 1989 Schwinn 564 (63cm) complete bike for sale, for a very good price. Paramount Design Group bike, mfg somewhere in Asia. When I found...
01-09-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,384
Posted By Portlandjim

1981 Merz show bicycle with Dura_Ace AX group

https://photos.app.goo.gl/hVoG1TcTgPkCipR66

Click link for more photos. I was going through my photos and saw this bike, thought it might be of interest here. Very trick bicycle! Jim Merz
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01-08-24, 03:05 AM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By roshgosh

That is a heck of a beautiful bike. The beautiful...

That is a heck of a beautiful bike. The beautiful chromovelato finish reminds me of the early Wiliers. The whitewall Continentals are the icing on the cake. 👏👏👏
01-02-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By seagrade

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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12-23-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By Manny66

Old Giordana Frame ,new parts and upgrade to...

Old Giordana Frame ,new parts and upgrade to gravel .

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1274/1223_52298e7bfe3f77b3c2d732215643135e97f0b565.jpg
12-23-23, 05:07 AM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By georges1

Lovely bike :thumb:Genius was one of thebest...

Lovely bike :thumb:Genius was one of thebest tubing of its time
12-09-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 553,784
Posted By juvela

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12-09-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 553,784
Posted By SurferRosa

Billy Strings and his Fairdales ...

Billy Strings and his Fairdales

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09-30-23, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 712
Posted By jdawginsc

Edited to reduce annoyance factor

Edited to reduce annoyance factor
09-29-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,917
Posted By hopperja

Specialized Expedition

Over the summer I finally admitted to myself that my Surly Crosscheck isn't the ideal touring bike. Don't get me wrong, it's an excellent bike, but because it's not purposely built as a tourer, I was...
09-27-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,407
Posted By SwimmerMike

This thread just reinforces the need for a good...

This thread just reinforces the need for a good parts bin. If the part is already in your parts bin, it's a sunk cost. Therefore if you pull the part from the bin the upgrade doesn't really cost...
09-27-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,407
Posted By SurferRosa

Yeah, that's not me. A well used Cinelli stem and...

Yeah, that's not me. A well used Cinelli stem and bars can be found for $30/ea (plus a can of oven cleaner). Old KKT pedals I can overhaul with clips for about the same. A new pair of tires for...
09-20-23, 06:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,490
Posted By rccardr

This has been sold locally. Thanks to all for...

This has been sold locally.
Thanks to all for looking.
09-10-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,158
Posted By FasterBass

1993 Bridgestone RB-1 Restomod

1993 Bridgestone RB-1 restomod built by professional bike mechanic wearing the original paint. Reproduction stickers added in black (original was white)

50cm seat tube ctc, 52cm tt ctc

SQ Lab...
08-18-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,230
Posted By LBCwanabe

Specialized Sirrus

Recently tuned up. Includes rear rack. Original components throughout. Pedals and seat not included. 59cm frame. Asking $175+ shipping or local pick up/meet up in Western Michigan
...
08-18-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,566
Posted By rccardr

Despite what some folks say, our retirement in...

Despite what some folks say, our retirement in Northern Virginia just outside of DC has been perfect for us. Excellent riding opportunities, both local and within easy driving distance. Two...
08-17-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,789
Posted By John E

That is yet another reason I am keeping my...

That is yet another reason I am keeping my classics. They look right, ride right, and serve my needs admirably.
07-26-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,830
Posted By xanthochrome

Thanks for that suggestion! I live very close to...

Thanks for that suggestion! I live very close to a co-op so just popped in -- they had a Sugino VT 48/38/28 110/74 BCD triple. The mechanic there is going to install it for me and if it works I'll be...
07-26-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,830
Posted By jdawginsc

Just my two cents. The Deore DX is a bomb...

Just my two cents.

The Deore DX is a bomb proof option (and cheaper used) for a long cage derailleur and that proposed freewheel. And it wouldn’t look too out of place.

As far as a compact...
07-26-23, 12:47 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,830
Posted By SurferRosa

Sheldon says the smallest is 38t. ...

Sheldon says the smallest is 38t.

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/cribsheet-bcd.html

I like your idea of using a long cage derailleur and expanded rear cluster before doing anything else.
07-23-23, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 802
Posted By Bjerager

Banani anyone?

In Denmark Banani is a true legend. Great handbuilded frames used by legendary riders like Freddy Maertens and Danny Clarke. But was it ever exported and sold anywhere else in the world? Jus recently...
07-17-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By rccardr

Early Circuits were Columbus as well. Later...

Early Circuits were Columbus as well.
Later ones were Reynolds but don’t recall whether they were made in Japan.
Prologues were definitely Tange.
07-10-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By mstateglfr

bump for no other reason than this thread should...

bump for no other reason than this thread should always be on the first page.
06-29-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,903
Posted By P!N20

Lucky for us he extended it to 23,233 posts and...

Lucky for us he extended it to 23,233 posts and 19 years!
06-28-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By cyclehealth

Trek 400T Elance

I purchased this a couple of months ago. Wheels and rear derailleur where not orginal. But frame was in pretty good shape. This bike is my attempt to see if I can still ride a roadbike with drop...
06-05-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,938
Posted By sd5782

Ross Signature Triad FS or trade; F&F or bike

SOLD

This 84 Ross Signature came into my possession a year ago. Many stock parts were gone. Research shows it to be a high quality USA built frame of Columbus tubing hand built by acclaimed...
05-28-23, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,080,333
Posted By Guerc

1994 Marinoni rebuild

1994 Marinoni, built with Columbus EL-OS.

I am still dialing it in. I am trying a Shimergo drivetrain with mountain gearing to haul me up my local hill climb....
05-25-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By Portlandjim

Another good frame builder story! Bike Forum...

Another good frame builder story! Bike Forum member Mark Bulgier worked for Bill, and is mentioned in the story. Bill still has a shop, the frames are titanium these days. The profile capture's...
05-24-23, 06:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,848
Posted By corsaclassic

CLASSIC AMERICAN BICYCLES - the map

Hello everybody!
I am happy to share this last project of mine, in which I redesign and mapped 180 American brands.
This time I had the chance to go beyond Road and exlore some pioneers in MTB and...
05-20-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,990
Posted By jamesdak

6 weeks post surgery and back on the steel!!!!!

So stoked. Recovery seemed to be going so slow there for awhile. Didn't think the knee was ever going to start bending right again. Was riding the Azor with the saddle up an additional inch for...
05-20-23, 07:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 828
Posted By Smokinapankake

A tale of two bikes, or; One Bike To Rule Them All?

First off, let me begin with a disclaimer: This thread will be filled with my opinions and prejudices. They may or may not offend. There will be some bike butchery involved but nothing truly...
05-19-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 544
Posted By steelbikeguy

Should be nice weather tonight! No rain, cool...

Should be nice weather tonight! No rain, cool temperatures, etc.

The park does attract a shiny old bike now and then...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52473534803_1d29147e23_c_d.jpg
...
05-17-23, 07:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By degan

Threads that give me a chuckle are ones looking...

Threads that give me a chuckle are ones looking for a bike age. "Help me date a Bob Jackson" or "Help me date Gary Fisher" or something like that. Even better is "Help me date a Barracuda" or "Help...
05-16-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By puchfinnland

thank you pastorbobnlnh It was a difficult time...

thank you pastorbobnlnh It was a difficult time in my life and I thank all C&V people who were there for me,
I was suffering for a grave depression, divorce, Unemployment, and about to loose my...
05-16-23, 06:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I had forgotten all about this thread and my...

I had forgotten all about this thread and my leading role in such nonsense. puchfinnland is an interesting fellow. Too bad he dropped off BF. Great to see posts from rootboy Drillium Dude and...
05-15-23, 10:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By Chr0m0ly

This one by Noglider ...

This one by Noglider

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1195164-show-me-your-garage-door.html?highlight=Show+garage+door
05-14-23, 06:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By clubman

My biases aside, I've always considered 'For the...

My biases aside, I've always considered 'For the love of English 3 Speeds' the best thread title. It's a primary reason it's been visited over 4 million times.
Thanks, Sixty Fiver.
05-14-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By thinktubes

Tom gets my vote

Tom gets my vote
05-14-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By canklecat

Not C&V specific, but my favorite best/worst BF...

Not C&V specific, but my favorite best/worst BF thread is still "We're going to yell at you" (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/200479-we-re-going-yell-you.html). I can imagine Eddy Merckx...
05-14-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By Roger M

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/821417-...

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/821417-dick-power.html
05-14-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,177
Posted By cudak888

Without a doubt: "Anybody Have Some Closeup Pix...

Without a doubt: "Anybody Have Some Closeup Pix of a Giant Iguana?" https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/641387-anybody-have-some-closeup-pix-giant-iguana.html

Well done, Roger M.

-Kurt
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