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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Man, big fan of the GT MTB line as well but the...

Man, big fan of the GT MTB line as well but the shot of the dirt road you get to ride on is what drew my eyes to!
around here we have ones like that but they’re all on base and the MPs will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Next day roll around pic. Still need a longer...

Next day roll around pic. Still need a longer front DR cable but the bike feels good.

Replaced the handle bar, stem, shifters, grips and saddle. Added bottle cage and switched out the front wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

So I just got handed this today, for free. Not...

So I just got handed this today, for free. Not C&V but it fits in here better then anywhere else…
2002 DB CrMo steel Specialized HardRock.

These are the “as got “ pics....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8,037
Views: 1,000,819
Posted By 3speedslow

Slowly getting the Trek 850 ready for the trails....

Slowly getting the Trek 850 ready for the trails.
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8 speed now. Full 4130 Crmo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 449
Posted By 3speedslow

So fast it was ahead of its time!

So fast it was ahead of its time!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 465,818
Posted By 3speedslow

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

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Got to be some kinda issue going through Polly’s head!
Fast asleep though!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 40,982
Posted By 3speedslow

That!, was found in the trash… crazy what is...

That!, was found in the trash…

crazy what is thrown away!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Right you are, I’ve always called it the ghost...

Right you are, I’ve always called it the ghost inch.
Bike is completely disassembled with the frame going through a clean and polish spa. Also having to hone the seat tube to get the 26.6 to slide...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Another Trek joins the herd. i can safely...

Another Trek joins the herd.

i can safely say I paid more then I should but I have history with this 94 model 850. Plus it s great size for me. Trek labels it a 21” but actual size from BB to top...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,465
Posted By 3speedslow

Yes. That’s not a little frame. Do it at least...

Yes. That’s not a little frame. Do it at least for the headset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 368
Posted By 3speedslow

Two great bikes, two technological levels. ...

Two great bikes, two technological levels.

Raleigh wins!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 249
Posted By 3speedslow

I have the book at home, my Local shop was...

I have the book at home, my Local shop was passing them out to locals and friends.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By 3speedslow

Looks like a standard model?

Looks like a standard model?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 474
Posted By 3speedslow

It does not look like the Super Le Tour 12.2, no...

It does not look like the Super Le Tour 12.2, no dropout hanger and that eye let hanging off the rear dropout.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,631
Posted By 3speedslow

Small wheeled bikes are very much liked in Japan...

Small wheeled bikes are very much liked in Japan where space in house or apartments is tight.

I grew up in Japan , Okinawa all through the 70’s. Never saw high end bikes ridden, mostly grocery...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

You’ve done a nice job on that Sierra! I...

You’ve done a nice job on that Sierra!

I see the tires you have chosen are 1.50. Planning on keeping it as a road machine? Can’t believe these MTB Schwinns were spec’ed with 1.75 tires back then....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 444
Posted By 3speedslow

Mad house to the wacko? All good! Hope she...

Mad house to the wacko?

All good! Hope she finds her place in the World!
Agreed, hang on to the Brooks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,406
Posted By 3speedslow

Try it, you might like it!

Try it, you might like it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 553
Views: 229,471
Posted By 3speedslow

For the Aristocrat an easy choice would be...

For the Aristocrat an
easy choice would be black synthetic cork. Great on the hands. HB tape is a change out item, don’t sweat the right/wrong question too much. Main thing is to get it riding!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15,515
Views: 4,181,041
Posted By 3speedslow

Nice haul Bill! digging the GT especially! I...

Nice haul Bill!

digging the GT especially! I see a lot of their models out in the wild but not one of those.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 15,515
Views: 4,181,041
Posted By 3speedslow

OT but vintage never the less, from 1983. Found...

OT but vintage never the less, from 1983. Found at the curb in the original box, still in its plastic bag an unused Sears sleeping bag.
New owners of the house are starting to clear out the attic....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,844
Posted By 3speedslow

I think the Cat is riding around on an 85 Raleigh...

I think the Cat is riding around on an 85 Raleigh Marathon mess’ bike
sekine back down to a bare frame for cleaning and rebuilt.
francophile
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,130
Posted By 3speedslow

That fork is cooler then the frame.

That fork is cooler then the frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By 3speedslow

Thanks for posting!

Thanks for posting!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-07-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 38,342
Posted By 3speedslow

GeezyRider Your Welcome ! I have not...

GeezyRider

Your Welcome !

I have not noticed any disadvantage to have this new stem on the Nano. It certainly makes it more of an upright rider.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-05-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By 3speedslow

Shame it’s not a 56! GLWTS!

Shame it’s not a 56!

GLWTS!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,523
Posted By 3speedslow

Love those Raleigh kickstand! Such a smart design.

Love those Raleigh kickstand! Such a smart design.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 553
Views: 229,471
Posted By 3speedslow

HA! My BIL was more like a tempered thug! I...

HA! My BIL was more like a tempered thug!

I agree though, has an air of superiority.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8,037
Views: 1,000,819
Posted By 3speedslow

1985 Raleigh USA Marathon

Had this bike for so long with many different buildups but… for it to make the keeper status, it needs to become the fixed/SS I need for around here.
finished!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 553
Views: 229,471
Posted By 3speedslow

Working on a Ross now, a 1978 coaster Central...

Working on a Ross now, a 1978 coaster Central Park model.
after a few years at NC State with my buddies kid, it needs some play time on the coast!...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-03-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 38,342
Posted By 3speedslow

My latest build up of my Mercier Nano ...

My latest build up of my Mercier Nano
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Put this 1996 Trek 930 back on the road and added...

Put this 1996 Trek 930 back on the road and added it to my keeper list. Have had it for a few years now....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 465,818
Posted By 3speedslow

My Polly, all grown up. ...

My Polly, all grown up.
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Hanging out on a rainy day...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 632
Posted By 3speedslow

And that, is the rest of the story! Thanks...

And that, is the rest of the story!

Thanks for the info.

Now we need to see pics!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 632
Posted By 3speedslow

Crosscut is a fine Schwinn model but I believe...

Crosscut is a fine Schwinn model but I believe the cross point was the top offering in those.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-16-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 967
Posted By 3speedslow

Same here, I have the same bike as well! It’s a...

Same here, I have the same bike as well! It’s a good one and a plus on the Chromoly tag.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,016
Posted By 3speedslow

That we don’t have CX bikes to collect cause we...

That we don’t have CX bikes to collect cause we repurpose what we had.

Im agreeing with you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,016
Posted By 3speedslow

[QUOTE=Markeologist;23209362]I’ve often wondered...

[QUOTE=Markeologist;23209362]I’ve often wondered why we don’t see more interest in cyclocross bikes but then I figured its mostly because for quite awhile, standard bikes were used including by the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,968
Posted By 3speedslow

Wahoo! Another Austrian bike gets to ride...

Wahoo!

Another Austrian bike gets to ride again!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 750
Posted By 3speedslow

I wish those yellow ones with the perforations...

I wish those yellow ones with the perforations would fit aluminum bars but alas, only the skinny steel bars are they meant for.

I have a blue set. PS… jealous of the Jumbles you have to go to!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 835
Posted By 3speedslow

This one is a Diamond Back but it was never sold...

This one is a Diamond Back but it was never sold through Wally World.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 835
Posted By 3speedslow

Is that the orange with black line paint?...

Is that the orange with black line paint? Fantastic rider whatever the colour but I always looked for an orange one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 653
Posted By 3speedslow

Nice to see the tank is still attached!

Nice to see the tank is still attached!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,968
Posted By 3speedslow

1990 Schwinn High Plains MTB tall frame which...

1990 Schwinn High Plains MTB tall frame which makes a great drop bar road/ gravel machine. I switch between 1.5 an 1.95 when the need arises....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,968
Posted By 3speedslow

How about one of the early eighties MTB examples...

How about one of the early eighties MTB examples from the bike makers of the time. Great rides and easy to work on with parts still around.

mine is an 84 Schwinn High Sierra which really does its...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,523
Posted By 3speedslow

Scorcher

Yes, mostly on roads. It’s fine with the high volume Specialized tires which are made for 26 x 1 3/8 rims on hard gravel but I don’t have much of it here, sadly.

Its very stable and easily ridden...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,708
Posted By 3speedslow

My 77’ getting ready to hit the road this spring...

My 77’ getting ready to hit the road this spring as a SS. In Flatlandia, it makes sense!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,523
Posted By 3speedslow

Winer is over! Time to bring the Scorchers back...

Winer is over! Time to bring the Scorchers back out!

1973 Raleigh sport turned scorcher with a few changes. Changed to a set back seatpost for a better fit. Having a great time on it!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 9,144
Views: 3,203,063
Posted By 3speedslow

Fight the good fight!

Fight the good fight!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-27-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 329
Posted By 3speedslow

Tom, I have a buddy who was looking for one....

Tom,

I have a buddy who was looking for one. I texted him and will let you know if he needs it.

Hello!

edit correction: I had a buddy looking… he has ordered one last week.

Still saying...
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