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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,471
Posted By SurferRosa

Sorta ironic that, even though I'm a kitted-out...

Sorta ironic that, even though I'm a kitted-out C&V roadie, reading the comments lead me to like the man even more. :foo:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By SurferRosa

With the right shade of pink, you could replicate...

With the right shade of pink, you could replicate those three diseased circles on the head tube all over the rest of the bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-19-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 362
Posted By SurferRosa

Just having the headset in place saves the buyer...

Just having the headset in place saves the buyer from the work of hunting down a decent and good looking one (oh, and with a French threaded locknut and French crown race ID!), but here is an OMAS,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 374
Posted By SurferRosa

"Y'all 'll impound my bike overy dead body! This...

"Y'all 'll impound my bike overy dead body! This is a '75 Motobécane! I meant to hit that curb. It's the 4th of July for Chrissake! I'm almost home!"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 209
Posted By SurferRosa

For shop use, you should already have the five...

For shop use, you should already have the five allen keys (3, 4, 5, 6, 8) either individually or in a multi-tool like this:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/371906297086

For the 8, 9, 10mm sockets,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,127
Posted By SurferRosa

What's that bright red thing hovering around it? ...

What's that bright red thing hovering around it? Some sort of plasma energy guard, I'm guessing. Those are pricey.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 22,517
Views: 3,586,904
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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This is our forecast for the next ten days, sunny and 65°. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1,885
Views: 273,781
Posted By SurferRosa

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

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1528x1191/img_20240918_181118417_hdr_2_8647684839f2463f16d5de0d6197e1f1cbb05573.jpg
just a tree at the top of Ravenna hill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 239
Posted By SurferRosa

I see what you're saying. My one set of late '80s...

I see what you're saying. My one set of late '80s Campy strap buckles only has an exit. I can't then route it back through the buckle like other straps I have, and so it does sorta flop around. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,471
Posted By SurferRosa

Thanks for the New Yorker article! Anybody who...

Thanks for the New Yorker article! Anybody who wants to put W.T. Pooh on our currency is a-ok with me. And this closing bit was a nice touch:

"The strength and fearlessness of the others filled...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 10,831
Posted By SurferRosa

Is there a story with the bowler? Shout-out to...

Is there a story with the bowler? Shout-out to Magritte? :D
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-17-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 557
Posted By SurferRosa

For me, these things are a deal-breaker. I'd be...

For me, these things are a deal-breaker. I'd be embarrassed to sell it like that. The chainstay should be a fairly easy fix. Just sand and repaint. And I know what the down tube issue is: the front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 340
Posted By SurferRosa

:foo: When I search using Google, I see this: ...

:foo: When I search using Google, I see this:

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x1560/screenshot_20240917_111037_aeccca22417b3e955034236a9ab0d9572d44562d.png
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-17-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 190
Posted By SurferRosa

I'll take the recessed calipers and "nicer" SR...

I'll take the recessed calipers and "nicer" SR fd. PM and PayPal sent! :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 10,831
Posted By SurferRosa

Really love this one.

Really love this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,688
Posted By SurferRosa

Shoes are still going strong. But one issue I'm...

Shoes are still going strong. But one issue I'm having is with the tongue moving way down to the side, away from the tucked laces. I need to lace the laces through the middle of the tongue somehow....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 590
Views: 56,196
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1481/img_20240915_174347676_e87f0770f8b9dffbb94681f35d5a17370d138726.jpg
33rd Ave W Pedestrian Bridge
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 590
Views: 56,196
Posted By SurferRosa

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240915_181601556_hdr_89d0387cf2950d49db0288287b958e3e653bd463.jpg
​​​​​​Fremont Bridge...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 11:52 PM
Replies: 2,752
Views: 174,997
Posted By SurferRosa

I've never owned a Bianchi. If this were $250, I...

I've never owned a Bianchi. If this were $250, I might offer. Looks great, just needs a more appropriate brakeset and wheelset.

https://images.craigslist.org/00Z0Z_lrTEGSC3Sq7_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 1,885
Views: 273,781
Posted By SurferRosa

Alex McDuck? ...

Alex McDuck?

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_(A_Clockwork_Orange)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 30,554
Posted By SurferRosa

Before, Suntour Superbe Pro early type (LD-4650)...

Before, Suntour Superbe Pro early type (LD-4650) from early...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 592
Posted By SurferRosa

Actually, loose balls ruled for most of human...

Actually, loose balls ruled for most of human history, until sometime in the 18th century when underwear became the norm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 30,554
Posted By SurferRosa

There are a few Shimano 600 entries in this...

There are a few Shimano 600 entries in this thread, but I didn't see these early ones, basically Arabesque without the lever engraving. They're a breeze to overhaul with only five pieces each: the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,090
Posted By SurferRosa

Pretty sure that's Frank Zappa.

Pretty sure that's Frank Zappa.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 01:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,907
Posted By SurferRosa

I'm bumping this, because it's awesome. Thanks a...

I'm bumping this, because it's awesome. Thanks a lot, guys. :thumb:

But ... I don't think this great info will help me, because I want to use Campy Triomphe shifters on my Shimano A type bosses....
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
09-09-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 774
Posted By SurferRosa

In the User CP under Edit Options, you can choose...

In the User CP under Edit Options, you can choose this circled option to receive a PM when you are mentioned:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By SurferRosa

How is the rear brake routed through the top...

How is the rear brake routed through the top tube? Curious about the two-tone housing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,845
Posted By SurferRosa

This.

This.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-05-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 429
Posted By SurferRosa

I'm sorry, I don't know. What I do know is...

I'm sorry, I don't know.

What I do know is the later model 64 bars both with the star logo and those with only the Cinelli script were offered in 42cm.

Another, more bold idea is to buy the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,142
Posted By SurferRosa

Is it incomplete? Is it supposed to look like...

Is it incomplete? Is it supposed to look like this:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/400x300/59d8b030_c908_4176_94d0_80c175d05a38_77d90a2764afa7481362a37d409806bf99731948.jpeg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,203
Posted By SurferRosa

If the rims are nice, I might rebuild the wheel. ...

If the rims are nice, I might rebuild the wheel. It's not rocket science, but it can feel like you're getting in over your head until you have that initial success.

Sheldon Brown's wheel building...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 862
Posted By SurferRosa

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 926
Posted By SurferRosa

True for me too. I cut out breakfast cereal...

True for me too. I cut out breakfast cereal earlier this year and found a new way to incorporate snacking on more carrots and broccoli (using peanut sauce from the Asian food aisle).

I was eating...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,733
Posted By SurferRosa

Some things that have helped me over the years......

Some things that have helped me over the years...

- Fantastic and abundant outdoor pics
- No bs in my comprehensive listing detail
- Inclusion of pics of the overhauled frameset and components...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,749
Posted By SurferRosa

This. :thumb: But first you gotta ensure...

This. :thumb:

But first you gotta ensure they're in "good shape." When first acquiring old wheels, I either completely rebuild them or give them a major true. Every spoke and nipple needs to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-02-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 202
Posted By SurferRosa

Those are the little wider, thus better looking,...

Those are the little wider, thus better looking, Triomphe shifters.

edit: talked myself into it. Sending a pm on the shifters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 447
Posted By SurferRosa

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

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/475x355/screenshot_20240901_141110_3_46a566ee298c843acf2634f245cc04be36c7b7a3.png


What knot is this? And why are there two? I woulda gone...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-24, 01:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,075
Posted By SurferRosa

They look like Triomphe. ...

They look like Triomphe.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x996/screenshot_20240901_002006_2_36fa40f20b3bf64f61a4b0444226dff75859e120.png
from the Disraeli Gears site
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 298
Posted By SurferRosa

American market bike? Check the catalogs at...

American market bike? Check the catalogs at bulgie's site:

bulgier.net - /pics/bike/Catalogs/Motobecane/83/ (http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/Motobecane/83/)

Those two years, the Grand...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 429
Posted By SurferRosa

Confirmed... ...

Confirmed...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/450x441/141409_b612f841b1c5c650906c2102448c956a_2_dc40307f688ab41073c9a302a725db7f7241d617.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,601
Posted By SurferRosa

:lol: Why are the brake cables so long?

:lol: Why are the brake cables so long?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,601
Posted By SurferRosa

Yeah, :wtf:

Yeah, :wtf:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 393
Posted By SurferRosa

Works great on toenail fungus too. :thumb: ...

Works great on toenail fungus too. :thumb:

sorry/not sorry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 856
Posted By SurferRosa

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

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x900/s_l1200_e5f958a8ba42c8939639d1d0dcc93d67084089e7.jpg

Now that's a red bike.

I'll be here all week.

[I searched for a Warren...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 01:33 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,090
Posted By SurferRosa

Belgian actor Louis Talpe in The Racer (2020) ...

Belgian actor Louis Talpe in The Racer (2020)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 462
Posted By SurferRosa

Unlike most brands, the Modolo qr lever is closed...

Unlike most brands, the Modolo qr lever is closed in the upright position.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
08-27-24, 11:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 774
Posted By SurferRosa

Keep scrolling down. ...

Keep scrolling down.

https://www.bikeforums.net/forum-suggestions-user-assistance/1298882-quotes.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 395
Posted By SurferRosa

My sweet old Okie mother is a good hearted...

My sweet old Okie mother is a good hearted Christian, through and through, and about right now, she would say, "don't look a gift horse in the mouth."
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-27-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,064
Posted By SurferRosa

^ Looks fabulous. Love the matching bottles, too.

^ Looks fabulous. Love the matching bottles, too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 819
Posted By SurferRosa

Oh, well, how do you measure yourself with other...

Oh, well, how do you measure yourself with other cyclists?

https://youtu.be/I1M_8ByLMJQ?si=pOt00EKk92Z0lNq_
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