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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-22, 01:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,591
Posted By Froyd Stellar

A 1985 Schwinn World Sport to inspire or infuriate

I fully understand that some people won't take kindly at the kind of bastardizing I inflicted on this poor Schwinn, but this "restoration" project was a lot of fun and a great learning experience for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 945
Posted By merziac

I've never not gotten home with a Silca, every...

I've never not gotten home with a Silca, every one I have will get you there. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 959
Posted By droppedandlost

1985 Shogun 800

1985 Shogun 800
Tange 2 frame, R400 8sp indexed shifters, Claris RD, Innicycle headset, IRD levers and Tektro 539 brakes

I was going to powdercoat it, but I bought a Bob Jackson and used up my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,038
Posted By unworthy1

There's an existing thread with many photos (some...

There's an existing thread with many photos (some which have unfortunately expired due to photo hosters aging out) which has the unfortunate title of:
"Show us your drain holes"
unfortunate but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-22, 01:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 957
Posted By smd4

I have my rear wheel positioned exactly the same....

I have my rear wheel positioned exactly the same. It's not a "fascination;" it's to get the cogs as close to the jockey wheel as possible for faster, crisper indexed shifting.

What does it matter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 8,170
Posted By Cynikal

Have you ever picked up a torch and tried it?...

Have you ever picked up a torch and tried it? (serious question, not trying to be flippant) I build lugged frames and fillets are significantly harder. The heat control needed to simultaneously...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By Dfrost

What’s not working? What would result in more...

What’s not working?
What would result in more enjoyment for the bike in question?
Is it comfortable, and a good fit for you?
Are you planning to actually ride this bike off-road on challenging...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-22, 11:49 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 8,170
Posted By Ago15

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-22, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By Bianchigirll

If it’s not broke, don’t fix it.

If it’s not broke, don’t fix it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-22, 02:09 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 8,170
Posted By Ago15

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-22, 01:16 PM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,366
Posted By fabiofarelli

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Originals for €10 excluding shipping. That's quite cheap nowadays.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-22, 11:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 620
Posted By The Thin Man

PSA: Velo Orange Randonneur bars on sale and on their way out!

Hey everyone.

I've been considering the Velo Orange Randonneur bars (https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-rando-handlebar) for a build and asked a question about them vs their...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-22, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,366
Posted By jamesdak

I know I'm still downsizing and I ignored this...

I know I'm still downsizing and I ignored this bike for a week or two other than commenting how beautiful it was. Then they reached out to me and I made an offer that was accepted. This is pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,565
Posted By stardognine

Don't mess with nickels, step up to a quarter. 😋😁

Don't mess with nickels, step up to a quarter. 😋😁
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 859
Posted By Andy_K

I haven't used that one, but I have the similar...

I haven't used that one, but I have the similar Kool Stop tire jack, and I like it a lot. If you've got strong hands you might think it's not necessary but it saves me a lot of sore thumbs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 823
Posted By unworthy1

Kalloy makes several "nothing fancy but perfectly...

Kalloy makes several "nothing fancy but perfectly fine" seat posts. I have used them on many builds, a big plus is the big range of size these are available in, I consider them a good value, if not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,366
Posted By bamboobike4

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,366
Posted By m.c.

A Headset, Shifter Boss Covers, and a Marinoni ...

A Headset, Shifter Boss Covers, and a Marinoni


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-22, 09:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,708
Posted By obrentharris

Paint it if you must, but the rack and the street...

Paint it if you must, but the rack and the street tires have to go!
Brent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-22, 04:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,676
Posted By squirtdad

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-22, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,643,282
Posted By JohnDThompson

The Mother of all Vintage Bicycle Notched...

The Mother of all Vintage Bicycle Notched Lockring Tools, look if ye be unafraid

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/Ug0AAOSw7mBio23s/s-l1600.jpg

Condition: Used
“Very Good Condition, much power...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-22, 01:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,578
Posted By Pcampeau

This is what a $100.00 Holdsworth Special looks like. UPDATE

Listed on marketplace for $100.00, I had to race to get this one. It was being sold alongside an early Dawes Windrush which was only $10.00. Someone used Venmo to pay for the Dawes before I got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-22, 11:54 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,182
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I've never bought a bike to match bar tape I had,...

I've never bought a bike to match bar tape I had, but if I had that tape, I'd get a 1986 Schwinn Peloton right away!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7,800
Views: 922,148
Posted By Turnip3141

Although I’m afraid I probably don’t have...

Although I’m afraid I probably don’t have anything too interesting to contribute to most of the threads. Maybe the politics section although getting into heated political arguments with strangers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-22, 03:29 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,169
Posted By Andy_K

I might have some bad news for you. ...

I might have some bad news for you.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-22, 02:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,291
Posted By Bad Lag

VELOX, simple black rubber, great quality,...

VELOX, simple black rubber, great quality, period-correct.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,001
Posted By madpogue

Why is it every time I see a bike photographed...

Why is it every time I see a bike photographed lying flat on the pavement, I want to draw a chalk outline around it?

Not everywhere, evidently. That $25 SF Trek and $100 Jackson in Beantown are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Posted By ThatsOK Cyril

My New 198? Lotus Eclair’s Maiden Voyage

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Maiden voyage of my new 40 year old Lotus Eclair...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-22, 12:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,825
Posted By bulgie

I have used both Hozan and Cyclo but too long ago...

I have used both Hozan and Cyclo but too long ago to remember whether I had a favorite. I don't even remember the brand of the one I still own, tho I think it's a Hozan. My Swiss BB taps are Hozan...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-22, 11:14 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,921
Posted By Drillium Dude

Woo-hoo - they've arrived :) ...

Woo-hoo - they've arrived :)

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DD
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 8,326
Views: 3,093,881
Posted By Schlafen

nice 👍

nice 👍
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-22, 02:46 AM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,103,366
Posted By non-fixie

From the many conflicting statements about these...

From the many conflicting statements about these I have found on this forum and elsewhere it seems that there were at least two different versions wrt cable pull. My guess would be that since they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-22, 02:17 PM
Replies: 735
Views: 48,615
Posted By jdawginsc

I would have been more concerned if they were red...

I would have been more concerned if they were red flames....and weird chalk lines...though the BOC is mysterious...

<<cue: "Astronomy">>
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-22, 07:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,328
Posted By dedhed

They might bring a premium on the market for...

They might bring a premium on the market for collectors based on rarity. That would fund whatever you use to replace them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-22, 06:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,505
Posted By Doug Fattic

I masked the steerer to preserve the original...

I masked the steerer to preserve the original color. I'll probably not mask the inside of the BB (at least not when we spray the primer) as a rust preventive measure. I use a rolled up piece of heavy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-22, 09:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,921
Posted By nlerner

Well, truthfully, I use these: ...

Well, truthfully, I use these:

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No, not necessarily...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,921
Posted By nlerner

I'm having trouble picturing where the crank...

I'm having trouble picturing where the crank dustcaps go:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-22, 04:51 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,921
Posted By Drillium Dude

Or this slightly modified version of the same: ...

Or this slightly modified version of the same:

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1268/image_821cdde556a4354bbdf01085f70f1121eecbabe7.png

DD
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-22, 12:07 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,446
Posted By steelbikeguy

Chater Lea In the early 1900's, Chater Lea...

Chater Lea
In the early 1900's, Chater Lea brought us the cup & cone bottom bracket that so many of us are familiar with.
Also... if you've seen chainrings with the letters "CL" built into them,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,446
Posted By steelbikeguy

Campagnolo Record hubs --- The classic of...

Campagnolo Record hubs --- The classic of classics!!!
These are the hubs that set a high bar for quality. The cups and cones produced a distinctively smooth feel. The quick release mechanisms,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,446
Posted By steelbikeguy

Brooks B.17 saddle Dating from the 1890's, the...

Brooks B.17 saddle
Dating from the 1890's, the B.17 is the rare bike component that has been in production for over a century. There have been many varieties of this model over the years, varying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-22, 08:53 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,446
Posted By steelbikeguy

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

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another vintage bike with interesting gear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-22, 01:09 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,446
Posted By steelbikeguy

Design Classics - a Cycling Plus magazine column

Many years ago, the British magazine Cycling Plus ran a column called "Design Classics". It was written by Hilary Stone, and discussed various bikes, brands, innovations, etc. from the years gone by....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-21, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7,800
Views: 922,148
Posted By wrk101

Finished up the 1984 Diamondback Mean Streak....

Finished up the 1984 Diamondback Mean Streak. Don't know what I will do with it. Parts are worth more than the whole. 26x2.35 Fat Frank tires, there is room for something even wider. Cartridge...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,694
Posted By squirtdad

I think future proofing is having replacements...

I think future proofing is having replacements for known future specific use

Hoarding is having all the take offs from previous bikes, just in case a frankenbike build is needed during the zombie...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 04:56 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,694
Posted By BradH

Cassettes that start with 13 or 14 and include a...

Cassettes that start with 13 or 14 and include a 16 tooth cog, or better yet, 16 & 18. Not everyone wants or needs a mountain bike cassette.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 03:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,694
Posted By Classtime

To future proof that Ultegra group, hoods are a...

To future proof that Ultegra group, hoods are a must. And when the shifters give up on you, have some Dura Ace 11speed bar ends ready. Shimano is good for support of the other bits.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-17-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,411
Posted By brewerkz

1946 Higgins Path Bicycle (fixed)

Higgins path bike - a small bicycle manufacturer in London England more famous for racing tricycles.

Will ship via Ship Bikes, info on bicycle here. $750. This bike was found in Dayton Ohio, I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-21, 09:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,465
Posted By scarlson

Official whine of CnV? Probably "The fork is...

Official whine of CnV?

Probably "The fork is bent" or "This photo should've been taken from the drive-side".

:roflmao2:

I do like Chateau Ste. Michelle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-21, 03:07 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,001
Posted By 52telecaster

I don't need any of that but would be tempted...

I don't need any of that but would be tempted anyway.
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