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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 745
Posted By Fissile

This is what I used: Headset Reducer...

This is what I used: Headset Reducer (https://americancycle.com/answer-headset-reducer?setCurrencyId=1&sku=wps%2091-4141)

This thing is used for reducing a steer tube that takes 1 1/8 headset to 1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,071
Posted By Kabuki12

That is a very nice place to ride . I have gone...

That is a very nice place to ride . I have gone up there and ridden even in light rain and not been disappointed. You can ride as far as you like and there are great views around every corner and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,071
Posted By Caliwild

Sounds like a great idea! I was just up in...

Sounds like a great idea! I was just up in Cambria last weekend. Riding along the coast was amazing, as there is a road closure up in Big Sur so there are hardly any cars on the road. Tons of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,957
Posted By AdventureManCO

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day,...

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day, and it is a nice rider! Like I predicted, the wheelset and tire combo made it feel a bit sluggish, but I'm also getting better at telling where that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 15,053
Posted By Muffins

$500 1986 Fuji Opus III, Quad-butted Chro-mo,...

$500 1986 Fuji Opus III, Quad-butted Chro-mo, Full Suntour Superbe Pro, Chicago. It's not often one of these pops up
www.facebook.com/share/hCndUj6wbsGzgTWA/?mibextid=kL3p88...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,075
Posted By stoneageyosh

From a racing standpoint a bike is/was a tool not...

From a racing standpoint a bike is/was a tool not a piece of art per se. Yeah, the high end stuff looks neat but it was function, tempered by affordability, that determined what you used.
As such I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 382
Posted By jdawginsc

Post shake down shorter ride. Thoughts: ...

Post shake down shorter ride.

Thoughts:
1. The rear end is more squirrely than I thought it would be out of the saddle. Very quick in turns though
2. I should have further tightened the seat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 39,826
Posted By Loomite

Aubergine, you've reminded me that I wanted to...

Aubergine, you've reminded me that I wanted to post a picture of my KOM in it's latest configuration...with moustache bars! I have grown pretty fond of those bars....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 04:04 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,997
Posted By jbchybridrider

78 Frank Paino upgraded from 1st gen Superbe to...

78 Frank Paino upgraded from 1st gen Superbe to 9s Ti Record and other fresh bits.
Upgrade or downgrade? Doesn't matter just felt like a change....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,063
Posted By rustystrings61

The Sequoia was meant to be the ultimate...

The Sequoia was meant to be the ultimate sports-touring bike, vs. the Expedition, which is a full-on loaded tourer. Many years ago I remember reading a Grant Peterson description of the Sequoia as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,063
Posted By Robvolz

Also, someone really tall is no longer with us. ...

Also, someone really tall is no longer with us.

but, check these tall boys out!!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 15,053
Posted By Brad L

Here's a 1979 Centurion Semi Pro that's waaay too...

Here's a 1979 Centurion Semi Pro that's waaay too tall for me. Looks mostly original and the the chainrings show little wear.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 166
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1991) McMahon 3/2.5R (mtb; Sandvik Special Metals sidebar)

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1440x2000/bicycle_guide_feb_1991_road_test_mcmahon_325r_ti_mtb_p86_75p_5163fba111a277f18d150575063da62deb6b70d0.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 283
Posted By squachie

1997 Bontrager Privateer retro-mod

This is my 97' retro-mod. Lots of NOS goodies, The bike its self is NOS. I pulled it fresh from the box to do this build. The list of NOS parts are as follows. frame, fork, bars, stem, seat post, Slr...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By genejockey

The TIG welded ones are called Road Logic. The...

The TIG welded ones are called Road Logic. The fillet brazed ones were Road Classic. For a while in the late 90s, he was selling both. I've got a Road Logic from the mid 90s. Beautiful bike. In fact,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1991) RITCHEY Road Classic

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,612
Posted By sthurman

I have since bought this frame...

The OP I presume put the frame up on Craigslist and I fell in love and traded for it. I love the Faema style colorways and long point BB lug work. I got some stains out with a mr clean erasor and a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,114
Posted By NVFlinch

Per my conversation with Robbie earlier this...

Per my conversation with Robbie earlier this month:
" Chirico’s relationship with Cinelli goes back a ways. Chirico’s son apprenticed at Cinelli under their master frame builder. I think he was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,063
Posted By Robvolz

Also, this never ridden Centurian came in. Bought...

Also, this never ridden Centurian came in. Bought and immediately hung from the rims in the rafters.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,075
Posted By gearbasher

Here's my two cents and words I now live by. Sell...

Here's my two cents and words I now live by. Sell off as many bikes as you can. Keep 4 or 5 "riders". And spend your time riding instead of searching for more bikes you might ride only once or twice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,075
Posted By Oldairhead

Space is an undefined quantity, how much do you...

Space is an undefined quantity, how much do you have, how much do you need etc. Experience tells us that no matter how much space you have you will fill it up and still need more. Good luck on your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By dchmiele1992

$175 - 2001 Lemond Malliet Jaune with SRAM Rival...

$175 - 2001 Lemond Malliet Jaune with SRAM Rival - St. Paul MN - 56cm

https://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_1bHNEQwSLf6_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg


LeMond Maillet Jaune - bicycles - by owner - bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'm targeting getting my climbing legs back and...

I'm targeting getting my climbing legs back and doing Hamilton with you guys.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By SwimmerMike

If you're adding Umunhum You can make it a double...

If you're adding Umunhum You can make it a double with Loma Prieta (which is a higher peak) then cross over to Umunhum from the backside. Making it 5 peaks. I'm not going to say this is a legal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By cinelliguy

One time a long time ago, almost a past life, I...

One time a long time ago, almost a past life, I did all three in one day..not on a C&V bike though :-/

https://www.strava.com/activities/773580

Guy
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 53,055
Posted By Aubergine

Great thread! If it helps anyone, I have modified...

Great thread! If it helps anyone, I have modified old Cannondale bags to use the Velo Orange decaleur and a porte-paquet for support. It's a simple modification but works quite well. The cross bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By gugie

Someday someone should put together a 3 day event...

Someday someone should put together a 3 day event for all three peaks. Maybe one per weekend in the fall? Or for the ambitious, consecutive days. I'd travel down there for that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,114
Posted By jamesdak

Because my Opus III is going to the grave with...

Because my Opus III is going to the grave with me. ;)

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/752x1200/opus43_152b3046a820bbb18686059c4ae6c52d96e0ebd4.jpg


Although.... I did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 12:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By gaucho777

That sounds great. My calendar is clear on the...

That sounds great. My calendar is clear on the 27th so I’ll try to be there. I’ve lived in the Bay Area since ‘96, and have yet to try the Mt. Hamilton climb. I’ve made it up Mt. Tam & Mt. Diablo, so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Not exactly classic classic but Jamis Eclipse...

Not exactly classic classic but Jamis Eclipse $200 with Tange Prestige tubing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,973
Posted By steelbikeguy

I'd nominate just about any of the ornate parts...

I'd nominate just about any of the ornate parts that Curtis Odom makes (modifies?) for show bikes.
Here's a hub of his on a Cherubim Pista bike at the 2015 NAHBS in Louisville....
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,983
Posted By Robvolz

My 1st Japanese bike!!!

I drove to Bend OR to drop wine, Mac stuff and some random 1st gen dura ace (nos) and pick up a Bianchi Sabino, which I thought would make a good project for the kids at the co-op.

My buddy and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,776
Posted By gugie

I'm reminded that the keeper of my zero bike...

I'm reminded that the keeper of my zero bike (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1117388-zero-bike.html) and multiple time recidivist on my TdMIL...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,973
Posted By curiousabe

My bodyand especially wrists prefers them now...

My bodyand especially wrists prefers them now that I'm running sti/drifters on all my roadies :) + there are still some snazzy ones out there like this Nitto m106nas which I have on my custom frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,973
Posted By smd4

I'll agree on the 7700 25th Anniversary RD, and...

I'll agree on the 7700 25th Anniversary RD, and the entire group set. Simply stunning pieces, all of them. And maybe the Record 10 cranks.

However, there was no finer looking quill stem than the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,149
Posted By Brad L

I rode down Cypress Mountain's 10-17% grades with...

I rode down Cypress Mountain's 10-17% grades with my Weinmann 500 single pivot brakes without an issue. Of course, both the calipers and levers had been thoroughly disassembled, cleaned, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 478
Posted By bwilli88

these are the pics from the Blue Lug I visited, a...

these are the pics from the Blue Lug I visited, a little bit of everything.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,149
Posted By gugie

A common misconception. The classic equation for...

A common misconception. The classic equation for friction=coefficient of friction x force. Note that surface area is not in this equation. This does assume that the coefficient of friction is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By Bianchigirll

Redcay $850

Listed in Facebook Steel is Real Classic and Vintage Anyone interested in a Redcay? Nice Campagnolo parts and King headset. Frame could definitely use a repaint. I have original decals from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 657
Posted By SharpByCoop

I chatted with Chris from SSSink at the PUBLIC...

I chatted with Chris from SSSink at the PUBLIC Philadelphia Bike Expo last weekend.

They had a booth and were showing LOTS of displays of their work. (Cycle decals are 15% of their business. They...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By '02 nrs

$3k Chico,CA / https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3310462/

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/600x800/p4pb22396181_118795ea4eb746422a01eca25af1bd7790a2901a.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 657
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

I second that recommendation. Nice decals (I’ve...

I second that recommendation. Nice decals (I’ve just bought tubeset decals from him); no problem getting from Oz.



Not knowing that restriction, I bought some very hard to find decals for my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 05:24 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,997
Posted By non-fixie

Found a gap in my collection that needed to be...

Found a gap in my collection that needed to be filled. :)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 14,763
Posted By SoCaled

Did the triage. Made the decisions. Severed the...

Did the triage. Made the decisions. Severed the "connections". Accepted the market realities, wasn't ever wanting/expecting profit.

That was the easy part . . . getting rid of my early...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By alexihnen

Happy to help with this one. It's near me and...

Happy to help with this one. It's near me and coincidentally I know the owner well. Had no idea he had a vintage bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 154,608
Posted By rjhammett

It was British threaded.

It was British threaded.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By '02 nrs

$1600. Tigard,OR / 50th anv. campy bits.

https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/for/d/portland-merz-classic-single-speed/7725694591.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,063
Posted By Robvolz

I’m rebuilding a early 80s steel Bianchi with...

I’m rebuilding a early 80s steel Bianchi with lugs and panto with campy throughout

There is a 1st gen Nishiki with the hanger sawed off

several French bikes

ill report more next tue or wed
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,175,961
Posted By WGB

posted 17 hrs ago in Guymon, Ok Seller says...

posted 17 hrs ago in Guymon, Ok

Seller says 4250 in ad, then 4400 in body.
I certainly wouldn't pay $400, but if I needed tools I'd point to the 4250 ad title
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,063
Posted By Robvolz

So many volunteers of the Co-op ride their bikes...

So many volunteers of the Co-op ride their bikes to and from work.

I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but...
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