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11-07-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

Updated photo of completed ‘87 black Circuit and...

Updated photo of completed ‘87 black Circuit and ‘87 & ‘89 Circuits together.
...
09-02-23, 12:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,272
Posted By obrentharris

...when you are stripping bikes down to bare...

...when you are stripping bikes down to bare frames to make room for the new bikes.

Brent
08-31-23, 09:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,917
Posted By AdventureManCO

I can't help but think of the contrast between...

I can't help but think of the contrast between entering in the forum this way, and that other guy that started off like 'forum rules suck!' lol :lol:

SharpByCoop GREAT score and this is how you...
08-29-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

I know, not exactly scientific but I’m more of...

I know, not exactly scientific but I’m more of the Grant Peterson mindset (just ride) and less concerned how much faster a bike might be. If it feels faster, than it’s more fun to ride and all is...
08-29-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By streetsurfer

I believe I've heard of this malady. ...

I believe I've heard of this malady.

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08-28-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

I was just in the St. Louis area. No surprise, I...

I was just in the St. Louis area. No surprise, I reached out to that gentleman to inquire about the purple Premis. He never got back to me which is probably a good thing as I need to pump the brakes...
08-26-23, 10:33 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Man, you are NOT helping!! :lol: I've been going...

Man, you are NOT helping!! :lol: I've been going over geometry of my '89 OS Paramount and the '85 Peloton I had. Another '85 would have me not running it in original form. It would be full-tilt...
08-19-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

Bike is all done. Took a quick 5 mile test...

Bike is all done. Took a quick 5 mile test ride…wanted to ride farther but it is 105 degrees here today in Kansas City.

Bike rides so smooth, quiet and the Sante shifting is precise. Alot of fun...
08-15-23, 06:18 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

Making progress. Found a Cinelli 110 stem and...

Making progress. Found a Cinelli 110 stem and 64-42 handlebar. Ordered some new tires and decided for now to use the old Turbo saddle. Once the bar tape arrives and is installed I will go through...
07-31-23, 01:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

You won't find any help from me on the...

You won't find any help from me on the stop-buying-Schwinn train. 1985 Voyageur SP in essentially NOS condition, bought super cheap a year ago, fell in love with the color, fully went through it and...
07-20-23, 08:29 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,439
Posted By gstein

I Can’t Stop Buying Vintage Schwinn Road Bikes

I still own the Schwinn Sierra mountain bike I bought when I was in high school (over 30 years ago!). Other than that MTB, I’ve never owned another Schwinn in my life, until now. Over the last month...
03-19-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By sloar

1970 chrome Paramount

This has been a grail bike for me for a long time. I finally found one in my size, it’s in great condition, but not so pristine that I’d be afraid to ride it. I’ve been after this one for several...
03-19-23, 12:10 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,122,681
Posted By merziac

Yeah, wasn't talking about them being stuck,...

Yeah, wasn't talking about them being stuck, making the point that the SP wasn't the original Campy, wouldn't expect it to be stuck and hoping the Campy HS is in good shape and original.

Would...
12-11-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,380
Posted By Senrab62

SOLD! Thanks to the buyer, seamless transaction....

SOLD! Thanks to the buyer, seamless transaction. Safe travels!!
12-04-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,725
Posted By Barrettscv

I have a verbal agreement & a deposit with a...

I have a verbal agreement & a deposit with a buyer for the chrome Paramount.

Michael “Barrettscv”
12-02-22, 02:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,725
Posted By smontanaro

I'm going to :bump: this. Michael is willing to...

I'm going to :bump: this. Michael is willing to entertain offers (I'm thinking $1200 range), but is pretty adamant that he doesn't want to sell it to someone who will just flip it. So, if you're...
11-07-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,380
Posted By Senrab62

Chrome Schwinn Voyageur 11.8 25"

Good evening guys,

Edit: adding measurements. I measure it as 22" or 55.8ish CM CTC top tube and 24.5ish" or 62.2ish CM CTC. Can take more detailed measurements if needed, just let me know.

For...
10-25-22, 05:10 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,183
Posted By theofam

Couple teaser pics for an upcoming build thread I...

Couple teaser pics for an upcoming build thread I plan on posting. I was given a rather ratty 25” 1980 11.8. During paint prep, I realized the right rear seat stay had a couple cracks. LBS had no...
10-14-22, 12:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,725
Posted By smontanaro

Chrome 1972 Schwinn Paramount (SOLD)

** SOLD **

(Please note that this is not my bike. Read the entire listing before responding. Any description of particular components which are incorrect are my fault, not Michael's.)

I'm...
10-13-22, 07:43 PM
Replies: 8,323
Views: 3,092,642
Posted By t2p

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09-23-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,183
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Thanks! Setting up cantis for a 700C wheel...

Thanks!

Setting up cantis for a 700C wheel conversion can be tricky, and I find it more a product of 1) the canti post height relative to the 27" or 700C wheel's brake track and 2) the type of...
08-21-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8,323
Views: 3,092,642
Posted By jolly_codger

Longest duration winter project ever; of course...

Longest duration winter project ever; of course was wayyyyyyyyyyyy over budget. Oh well, it rides great!...
06-26-22, 12:31 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 123,183
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Just picked this '85 Voyageur SP (my first...

Just picked this '85 Voyageur SP (my first Voyageur in a long line of Schwinns, and a SP, which I'd really hoped for) and am absolutely enamored with it! Bike is MINT, albeit dusty (doesn't show in...
04-21-22, 07:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,513
Posted By nlerner

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03-02-22, 09:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,942
Posted By msalvetti

Goal: 150 miles 3/2: 15.6 YTD: 193.1 ...

Goal: 150 miles
3/2: 15.6

YTD: 193.1

You may remember a month or two ago I realized that my town was the only one that the MUP passes through that didn't plow the snow. I was going to talk...
02-22-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,301
Posted By MattTheHat

02/01 - 41.5 miles 02/02 - 12.2 miles 02/03 -...

02/01 - 41.5 miles
02/02 - 12.2 miles
02/03 - 12.2 miles
02/04 - 8.1 miles
02/05 - 14.0 miles
02/06 - 11.1 miles
02/07 - 22.8 miles
02/08 - 33.1 miles
02/09 - 32.4 miles
02/10 - 32.5 miles
02-21-22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,301
Posted By giffenf

2/4 - 30.9 2/5 - 19.6 2/6 - 24.1 2/7 - 27.2...

2/4 - 30.9
2/5 - 19.6
2/6 - 24.1
2/7 - 27.2
2/8 - 40.6
2/10 - 30.0
2/11 - 40.2
2/18 - 38.1
2/21 - 65.3
01-31-22, 11:19 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,619
Posted By msalvetti

That's great! I was able to get from 255 down to...

That's great! I was able to get from 255 down to 225 or so pretty easily using the old WW app, but a few years ago I let things go and I'm back to 255. Been trying to use the WW routine again, and...
01-31-22, 01:51 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,619
Posted By 257 roberts

Goal for January.....200 miles 1-31. 19.29...

Goal for January.....200 miles

1-31. 19.29 miles
1-27. 14.47 miles
1-24. 14.14 miles
1-21. 21.62 miles
1-19. 34.72 miles
1-18. 13.59 miles
1-15. 7.31 miles
1-12. 18.81 miles
01-31-22, 12:15 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,619
Posted By MattTheHat

01/01 - 28.3 miles 01/02 - 13.0 miles 01/03 -...

01/01 - 28.3 miles
01/02 - 13.0 miles
01/03 - 23.1 miles
01/04 - 32.4 miles
01/05 - 38.2 miles
01/06 - 11.0 miles
01/07 - 12.4 miles
01/08 - 10.1 miles
01/09 - 10.1 miles
01/10 - 45.0 miles
01-30-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,619
Posted By giffenf

1/7 - 27.1 mi. 1/9 - 4.9 1/10 - 40.2 1/13 -...

1/7 - 27.1 mi.
1/9 - 4.9
1/10 - 40.2
1/13 - 28.9
1/14 - 27.4
1/15 - 44.2
1/18 - 48.2
1/20 - 31.0
1/23 - 4.6
1/28 - 41.6
01-26-22, 07:06 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,714,460
Posted By LBCwanabe

This is my 80’s Ascent so far ...

This is my 80’s Ascent so far
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01-20-22, 10:53 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 160,866
Posted By Wilbur76

Tequila Sunrise rollin’ in the mean streets of...

Tequila Sunrise rollin’ in the mean streets of Bakersfield....
01-04-22, 07:09 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,042
Posted By gthomson

Not that I have much of a collection and this...

Not that I have much of a collection and this bike wasn't that cheap but it's what I call, all show and no go! A box store bike made of gas pipe frame that weighs a ton. Thought I could use it on the...
12-29-21, 11:11 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,257
Posted By Grudey1

Mine: Lose 60 lbs. of fat. Successfully...

Mine:

Lose 60 lbs. of fat.
Successfully participate in the Texas MS 150 (150 miles over a two-day organized ride). ...
12-25-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,394
Posted By shoota

What I got was more of a what I didn’t get....

What I got was more of a what I didn’t get. Didn’t get the typical Iowa Christmas. It was an unusually dry, sunny, and low wind day which made for an awesome gravel ride. The only thing that could...
12-12-21, 01:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,300
Posted By morri869

Let's see your C&V winter bikes!

Every year as winter approaches I find myself trying to mentally prepare for the cold, dark winter cycling season.

One thing that keeps me motivated is having a new project or bike to explore....
12-10-21, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,714,460
Posted By wrk101

I keep an eye out for the late 1980s Deore XT,...

I keep an eye out for the late 1980s Deore XT, DX, and LX product line. I find them on donor bikes or at co ops. Last upgraded my 1988 Cimarron with a 1990 Shogun Prairie Breaker donor bike. It was...
12-07-21, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By OutnBack

So I pulled the trigger on the Voyageur & I...

So I pulled the trigger on the Voyageur & I couldn't be happier. The condition of the bike is amazing, It came w/ new tires, tubes, bar tape, a Nitto Technomic stem that was installed sometime in the...
12-07-21, 04:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

That Voyageur is in beautiful condition!...

That Voyageur is in beautiful condition! 72.5°/72.5° angles and what looks to be around a 44.5cm chain stay. I have not had the privilege of riding a Voyageur (though many other Schwinns), but like...
11-27-21, 10:33 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,032
Posted By 3alarmer

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11-26-21, 11:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,179
Posted By mstateglfr

Sure, it gets better. Or rather- it changes. ...

Sure, it gets better. Or rather- it changes.
For a handful of years, cycling meant family rides of under 5mi, so I would try for quantity- ride to parks and playgrounds frequently.
A Weehoo really...
11-26-21, 11:17 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,122,681
Posted By jdawginsc

There is a Nomade frame...yep frame...for sale...

There is a Nomade frame...yep frame...for sale around here for $75.
11-25-21, 04:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,179
Posted By fabiofarelli

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11-24-21, 02:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,374
Posted By CliffordK

It is always best to NOT count the costs...

It is always best to NOT count the costs associated with your fun projects.
11-24-21, 12:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,374
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

A la carte builds always fail at keeping prices...

A la carte builds always fail at keeping prices as low as they can be. I know this full well. Order the combo meal instead of the burger, fries, and drink separately. Times a bunch. I think your main...
11-22-21, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,099
Posted By teisco

My restored to new Schwinn Voyageur 11.8

Well after a ton of fun work this is the result, a virtually new '80 Schwinn Voyageur 11.8. From removing the old cracked and hazy clear coat to finding the right seat it was fun. My favorite bike...
11-17-21, 10:48 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,714,460
Posted By dookie

This was an early Covid project... My '92...

This was an early Covid project...

My '92 Paramount Series 90 (owned since new), silver-brazed Prestige built by the Keirin guys @ Panasonic. Specialized BB-1 drops w/Nitto MT-11, XC-Pro 1x7s...
11-15-21, 08:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,645
Posted By bark_eater

RJ The Bike Guy has a Youtube video illustrating...

RJ The Bike Guy has a Youtube video illustrating the use of an impact driver to remove a seat post. I thing you might have enough of a stub left to try it.
...
11-15-21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,645
Posted By RustyJames

That is quite a seat post!! I’m liking the...

That is quite a seat post!!

I’m liking the idea of threaded rod and a slide hammer. Second choice would be the step drill bit. Regular feeding with your favorite penetrating fluid is a given.
...
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