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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 2,447
Views: 594,692
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x855/img_20240610_214217220_4edd34fae5655042028495ce7060684dff472424.jpg
still from the WWII era The Cider House Rules (1999) with Kieran...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 327
Posted By SurferRosa

I don't know how else they'd do it, but, uh, no. ...

I don't know how else they'd do it, but, uh, no. No thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 619
Posted By SurferRosa

In the previous thread on this subject... ...

In the previous thread on this subject...

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/304014-worst-road-bike.html

I contributed the low-level Batavus.

https://i.imgur.com/U7nsJCY.jpg

Even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 502
Posted By SurferRosa

Yeah, um, :wtf:

Yeah, um, :wtf:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,009
Posted By SurferRosa

Nice looking product line. Thanks for the link....

Nice looking product line. Thanks for the link. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,009
Posted By SurferRosa

Unless it's local where I can see and hold it, I...

Unless it's local where I can see and hold it, I wouldn't trust a deal that appears too good to be true. I've always used eBay for new Brooks saddles. I've also bought a few from BF members. Also...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-08-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 777
Posted By SurferRosa

Except folks from Michigan. amirite? :lol:

Except folks from Michigan. amirite? :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 170
Posted By SurferRosa

These two are what I use on most of my road...

These two are what I use on most of my road bikes:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126287117561

https://www.ebay.com/itm/175249444991

​​​​​​Inexpensive enough to try. They usually work with 126mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 194
Posted By SurferRosa

Be very careful with that "saddle," especially if...

Be very careful with that "saddle," especially if it starts to squeak or if you begin noticing more and more of them.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 777
Posted By SurferRosa

Oregon, Michigan, they're all the same. I...

Oregon, Michigan, they're all the same.

I have a nephew that should definitely be on a leash on occasion. Glad it wasn't him in the video. Whew!

But very glad his name isn't Karen. Man did that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 828
Posted By SurferRosa

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 828
Posted By SurferRosa

In fairness to the tan tape, it's always going to...

In fairness to the tan tape, it's always going to look better without those two enormous, mismatched water bottles mounted.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 398
Posted By SurferRosa

Beautiful Athena rd, but, yeah, it's missing the...

Beautiful Athena rd, but, yeah, it's missing the hanger bolt and the aluminum insert that fits around the bolt. You can often find an insert on eBay:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/355444427047
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 398
Posted By SurferRosa

My Chorus levers use those little plates for aero...

My Chorus levers use those little plates for aero routing.

Both my Chorus and Athena hoods use those plugs for aero routing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,017
Posted By SurferRosa

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to...

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to do a lot of different tasks, just make sure you consume it safely, especially when using scissors.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,017
Posted By SurferRosa

David Cross, "Electric Scissors" (language nsfw) ...

David Cross, "Electric Scissors" (language nsfw)

https://youtu.be/RtrI53k4WZM?si=8s3ESp_fNFCw6b-f
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 23,276
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1520x2000/img_20240606_142920378_hdr_2_ea45229183fcc299404b33d8ea717d7ccfac5b2b.jpg
On the Burke-Gilman
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 1,944
Views: 118,309
Posted By SurferRosa

I'm just waiting for you to list it on craigs, so...

I'm just waiting for you to list it on craigs, so I can add it to the wacky thread. :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,950
Posted By SurferRosa

This is how I felt after someone told me I need...

This is how I felt after someone told me I need expensive Campy approved brake housing ferrules instead of the generic $0.01 ferrules I'm using with all my non-aero Campy brake levers. Ok, maybe the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-06-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 99
Posted By SurferRosa

Nice deal. QR axles in 10mmx26tpi are still...

Nice deal.

QR axles in 10mmx26tpi are still really hard to find for most of us. If you can locate 'em, new ones from Wheels Mfg cost at least $40+tax+shipping and don't include any other bits as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,515
Posted By SurferRosa

Conclusion Island? That's in Alaska, right?

Conclusion Island? That's in Alaska, right?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 499
Posted By SurferRosa

A magnet can deceive too if you're unfamiliar...

A magnet can deceive too if you're unfamiliar with how strong the magnet is attracted to steel rims versus aluminum rims with a steel beaded tire mounted.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-06-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 354
Posted By SurferRosa

28h high-flange Record hubs built up for $175?? ...

28h high-flange Record hubs built up for $175?? What a deal!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-05-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 326
Posted By SurferRosa

I'd fully overhaul, remove the pedals and saddle...

I'd fully overhaul, remove the pedals and saddle for my own use, mount replacements and a shorter 100mm stem, wrap the bars with new black cotton and list locally for $600.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2,447
Views: 594,692
Posted By SurferRosa

:love: What a character! ...

:love: What a character!

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/310x475/1004574_d04031a0a795b589f388ff908cd3aa8c20cfb9c5.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,750
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/255x391/drillerkillerposter_91817ac965c1016fc4a904c619d25dfdd0f957ce.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,750
Posted By SurferRosa

:lol: It's like ... I paid a guy to paint my...

:lol:

It's like ... I paid a guy to paint my frame, and he painted everything ... frame, crankset, pedals, saddle ...

He said not to worry. It's good paint and all those bits could use a coat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 198
Posted By SurferRosa

After crossing the bar and stem, my front cable...

After crossing the bar and stem, my front cable is routed in front of the rear to keep the cables fixed in one spot together without the need to tie them with anything.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 198
Posted By SurferRosa

Neither looks short. I like them to appear the...

Neither looks short. I like them to appear the same height when eyed from the saddle. If you route them like this pic below, they don't flop around.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-03-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 501
Posted By SurferRosa

I've seen the bike in action. Josh was super...

I've seen the bike in action. Josh was super fast on it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 453
Posted By SurferRosa

Beautiful bike. Offer $600.

Beautiful bike. Offer $600.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1,050
Views: 62,664
Posted By SurferRosa

Tall $150 '80s Cinelli ...

Tall $150 '80s Cinelli

https://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_8tKL7DtTX3q_0t20t2_1200x900.jpg
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/d/tacoma-80s-cinelli-beater/7752707132.html
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,977
Posted By SurferRosa

It can be interesting to revisit old threads. I...

It can be interesting to revisit old threads. I think I sold the brakeset (in the op) locally. This was the summer of the pandemic. C&V type things have really changed since then. But as far Athena,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,725
Posted By SurferRosa

Agreed! ...

Agreed!

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals/1208770-athena-most-beautiful-90s-brakeset-campagnolo.html
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-30-24, 11:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,618
Posted By SurferRosa

https://youtu.be/q7ECmSUD2xw?si=2v70Vt9x6KdaWCGa

https://youtu.be/q7ECmSUD2xw?si=2v70Vt9x6KdaWCGa
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,725
Posted By SurferRosa

Just saw these CK titanium headsets became...

Just saw these CK titanium headsets became available. :innocent:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 526
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/400x300/0615708c_8c70_40ad_8fa0_09d36a647b21_text_f26f73ef921df297993d4e1e588edb24f8cfb4ad.gif

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 515
Posted By SurferRosa

Expander. ...

Expander.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/333x220/stems333_220_3327f8d9f15019d25303bcec187e410aa3c9f33f.gif
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 279
Posted By SurferRosa

A plumber's pipe cutter makes for easy work on...

A plumber's pipe cutter makes for easy work on extremely long seatposts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I think it's false to assume that about younger...

I think it's false to assume that about younger generations. They have taste, style and a love for their environment too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I have wrecked my steel frames, multiple times. ...

I have wrecked my steel frames, multiple times. Never had to "get a price quote for the repair." :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I didn't race. I doubt most regulars here did. ...

I didn't race. I doubt most regulars here did.



I thought that was obvious without the need to correct the language. This is what I meant:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I think beautiful, purposeful and durable are all...

I think beautiful, purposeful and durable are all timeless qualities. Cross generational. No "connection" needed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2,447
Views: 594,692
Posted By SurferRosa

:(

:(
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

Just rebuild 'em again. :innocent:

Just rebuild 'em again. :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I bet 80 percent of you regulars fully overhaul...

I bet 80 percent of you regulars fully overhaul every bike that passes through your hands. But how many of you take pics of the bare frame and displayed components before you rebuild it?

Take a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 28,929
Posted By SurferRosa

"Exposed"? Hmm... I guess that's ok ... as long...

"Exposed"? Hmm... I guess that's ok ... as long as we're not talking about clothing.?.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 6,574
Views: 826,395
Posted By SurferRosa

ISO: large toe clips that measure 6cm in length. ...

ISO: large toe clips that measure 6cm in length.

I have these that are too small.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 11:36 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,529
Posted By SurferRosa

I suspect they have more money to throw around...

I suspect they have more money to throw around than me. One of the biggest reasons I own and ride several beautiful bicycles from the '70s and '80s (that will all outlast me) is because I don't have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,205
Posted By SurferRosa

Why is the bb shell so gross? :lol:. Might wanna...

Why is the bb shell so gross? :lol:. Might wanna wipe it down with wd-40 and a paper towel before the glamour shots. At least they didn't leave a crawdad in there or something.
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