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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,394
Posted By Aardwolf

Mother's is the best...

Mother's is the best https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0009H519Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Although Commandant Cleaner #4 is pretty good - I use it for the rough polishing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 248,111
Posted By Aardwolf

North west corner of Battersea Park today. ...

North west corner of Battersea Park today.

Raleigh Chiltern Lady, possibly owned by Rose.
Not a quality bike. but a bit weird since it's obviously been there a while.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

Here's the current Vittoria replacement ...

Here's the current Vittoria replacement

Corsa Control TLR
https://int.vittoria.com/products/corsa-pro-control-tubeless-ready

Under tubulars Vittoria currently only show 3:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

I think Vittoria have jusr stopped making Corsa...

I think Vittoria have jusr stopped making Corsa Control tubular.
I'm still seeing quite a few for sale though.
I got some Corsa Control from Condor cycles in June because I couldn't see them on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-24, 03:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 261
Posted By Aardwolf

Also check your footwear. I had a squeak a...

Also check your footwear.

I had a squeak a couple of years back turned out to be my boots rubbing on the pedal inner limit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm wondering what rims were used for 19mm...

I'm wondering what rims were used for 19mm tubulars.
I did a survey of vintage polished rims a while back: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1291194-tubular-rims-polished-silver-2.html...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 307
Posted By Aardwolf

I've just built some Campy Nuovo Tipo large...

I've just built some Campy Nuovo Tipo large flange wheels.

Rear hub has OLD of 119.75 but that includes4mm spacer NDS
14.3mm spacers DS
3.5mm locknuts
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

Cheers, I've no idea why they don't post to US. ...

Cheers, I've no idea why they don't post to US.
Those Chicago screws are listed as M3 (the actual diameter) and M2.5 (the screw size) by different sellers.
But I've only found sellers from China so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

Just fixed my San Marco Rolls - it was missing a...

Just fixed my San Marco Rolls - it was missing a rivet head:

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1536x935/rolls_4_1_f148173b90779561e63fe55b09850a827ccaa365.jpg

I guessed the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

It's been wheel building week. My existing...

It's been wheel building week.

My existing front wheel (Mavic Monthlery Pro tubular rim) has a slight lateral issue which doesn't affect anything but annoys me because I can see it.
I built it by...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,356
Posted By Aardwolf

To be fair you could run it on bio fuel, or road...

To be fair you could run it on bio fuel, or road kill, so it might be the future.
Although a sheep and a stirling engine might be more versatile.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 01:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,967
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm guessing you've found the roads with stone...

I'm guessing you've found the roads with stone walls on both side too :)
I'm mostly remembering the south side of the Brecon Beacons, possibly the Heads of the Valleys road.
A bit scarey when...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,967
Posted By Aardwolf

"halfway land" still allows real UK (Imperial)...

"halfway land" still allows real UK (Imperial) pints.
If you don't mind I'll keep to pints, and miles, metres and grams.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 02:12 AM
Replies: 9,044
Views: 1,262,552
Posted By Aardwolf

Weird, I can't see that from a UK web address. ...

Weird, I can't see that from a UK web address.
What I get is
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/865x251/2024_09_08_091005_65f9b7e5bee8622adc5b547d8be2cf56d98deb57.jpg

Edit:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9,044
Views: 1,262,552
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, that's my plan:replace left one to check it...

Yep, that's my plan:replace left one to check it works and see if it matches
replace right one unless I can't see any difference.
The replacements pins are in the post from China:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 601
Posted By Aardwolf

I've gone round that loop - tried 3 or 4...

I've gone round that loop - tried 3 or 4 different spoke length calculators and compared the results.
I now use the Roger Musson one which does allow for spoke stretch.

If you calculate some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,304
Posted By Aardwolf

I you want your feet more secure on the pedals...

I you want your feet more secure on the pedals but don't want to wear cycling shoes yoiu could try pedal cages.
That's a modern version of toe straps.

I use MKS Half Clip steel cages.
£15 on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1,885
Views: 273,583
Posted By Aardwolf

Richmond Park, London last Sunday Quite hot...

Richmond Park, London last Sunday
Quite hot (26C) so the deer were looking for trees to shelter under.
I'm standing 20 feet from the main road.

Apparently there are over 630 deer in the park:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 9,044
Views: 1,262,552
Posted By Aardwolf

Oooh, got me a cheap Rolls. Selle San Marco...

Oooh, got me a cheap Rolls.

Selle San Marco Rolls from 91 I think
£32 on Ebay.
Size 280 x 148.6
Weight 366g

Brown isn't my favourite colour but it will work on a red bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 647,766
Posted By Aardwolf

Just going to say, if we're going Top Gear then...

Just going to say, if we're going Top Gear then there's the Vincent Black Shadow.
Ok, it's not pedalled but it deserves a mention.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Top_Gear_Race_to_the_North
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,967
Posted By Aardwolf

The other great recent thing in London is the...

The other great recent thing in London is the "low emissions zone" and variations (ULEZ).
Also available in other places in the UK: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/driving-in-a-clean-air-zone.
The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 647,766
Posted By Aardwolf

I find JustWatch.com is fairly good for locating...

I find JustWatch.com is fairly good for locating who supplies content
UK version: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/tv-series/coronation-street
US version:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 9,044
Views: 1,262,552
Posted By Aardwolf

I've got some spokes in the post to build some...

I've got some spokes in the post to build some rather nice wheels, so I thought I'd splash out on truing the wheels a bit better.

Here's my existing truing pointer:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

The Ritchey Skyline looks way too modern to me,...

The Ritchey Skyline looks way too modern to me, but the Classic would work for looks.

Ritchey Classicsize 142 x 278
weight 330g
plastic shell with poly foam + synthetic leather.
I've also found...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,912
Posted By Aardwolf

Hiya, glad my post came in useful. As I...

Hiya, glad my post came in useful.

As I mentioned the paint I mixed is based on Holdsworth Red Pearl which is the colour of my 1982 Holdsworth Avanti.
That Avanti did have some rust spots which I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

Turns out all the nice ones are spoken for :( ...

Turns out all the nice ones are spoken for :(
ie. People bid more than I wanted to pay to try it out.

But I did find this for £32.94...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

I probably should have said but this is going on...

I probably should have said but this is going on a 1961 Holdsworth Cyclone.
So I don't want anything that looks too modern :)

There's a good condition Rolls on Ebay atm so I'll probably try for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

Good point, I'd forgotten about the C17. There...

Good point, I'd forgotten about the C17.
There are several on Ebay for around £40.
Looks like similar width to Professional but more upright position.

Brooks C17 CambiumAngled riding position...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been checking reviews and I did find this: ...

I've been checking reviews and I did find this:
.Form, flex and padding are the tools of the saddle designer. The San Marco Rolls has lots
of all three. It is the biggest and cushiest of the group...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

I figure I'll try about 100 miles on it and see...

I figure I'll try about 100 miles on it and see if it gets any better.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 749
Posted By Aardwolf

San Marco Rolls saddle

Hiya Folks,
I'm after some saddle opinions - yep I know it's always a personal choice.

I normally ride a Selle Italia Sprint which came as standard when I bought a Holdsworth Avanti new in 1983....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

Edit: That Wrights was £30 on Ebay last year :) ...

Edit: That Wrights was £30 on Ebay last year :)

I just did another 14 miles on it, and I've got the angle about right.
But it still is nowhere near comfortable.

However I've only done about 30...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

I've decided I need to try another saddle. ...

I've decided I need to try another saddle.

My long time favourite is Selle Italia Sprint, since they came as standard on a Holdswoth Avanti in 1983.
But these days after about 20 miles I need to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,684
Posted By Aardwolf

Just going to say Komoot works fine for (free)...

Just going to say Komoot works fine for (free) basic route guidance with audio directions.

Basic Komoot is free - you get one map for free which will download to your phone.
For me the one map is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-24, 02:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 431
Posted By Aardwolf

Thanks for the link. Here's the text version:...

Thanks for the link.
Here's the text version: https://www.cyclingabout.com/best-tubeless-sealant-for-gravel-road-mtb-tires/#fiets-test-road

I use sealant in tubular tyres and it works just fine...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 992
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm somewhat the same, but I do try to use...

I'm somewhat the same, but I do try to use correct torque for BB or crank bolts.
I was doing that with an old car/motobike torque wrench: 10-150 lbs, 0.5" drive, click action.
If you've got carbon...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

I used Jantex tape on my last 2 sets of tyres. ...

I used Jantex tape on my last 2 sets of tyres.

Cleaned the rim, wiped it with IPA, put the tape on.
After centering the tyre I find you go to pull out the backing orange plastic bit and it can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 8,566
Views: 1,139,560
Posted By Aardwolf

Not the most exciting task: polishing. But...

Not the most exciting task: polishing.
But you've got to like the results (left done, right as arrived)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-24, 03:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,187
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, old style: top to bottom with figure 8 at...

Yep, old style: top to bottom with figure 8 at the levers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iekC7HnG4o

Though I have taken to using clear shrink wrap on the last 0.5" before the plugs, really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-24, 02:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,187
Posted By Aardwolf

I prefer period, because that's what I remember...

I prefer period, because that's what I remember from when I was younger and fitter.

1982: NOS Schwinn silver tinted plastic from Ebay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,292
Posted By Aardwolf

I've got a 1982 Holdsworth Avanti I made some 126...

I've got a 1982 Holdsworth Avanti I made some 126 OLD wheels for:

1) Campy hubs + Mavic Monthlery Route + Sunrace 7 speed freewheel (13-28), OLD around 126.5
2) RX100 hubs (FH-A551) + Mavic MA2 +...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

It actually made my day. Stopped for a rest...

It actually made my day.

Stopped for a rest after several miles in Ruchmond Park.
Female (helping her male friend) asked "do you happen to have an allen key".
Pulled out the kit and cut the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 9,044
Views: 1,262,552
Posted By Aardwolf

Dial C for large flange hubs. Some more...

Dial C for large flange hubs.

Some more Campy goodness from Ebay UK, and the cones look fine.
120.6mm rear OLD but I can't see any dates on the lock nuts....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

Here's the stuff I used - 30mm ...

Here's the stuff I used - 30mm
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07DZ9D9NJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm fairly sure SourcingMap doesn't exist in the US but they are a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,437
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm in the UK so probably a totally different...

I'm in the UK so probably a totally different experience.
But I do use Komoot for planning cycle routes and they are free if you only want your local area as a downloadable map
(London is my local...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

I shrink wrap a 1/4" drive ratchet handle and 6...

I shrink wrap a 1/4" drive ratchet handle and 6 bits into a package.just over 6" long.
Fits in my saddle bag perfectly and doesn't rattle.
Currently packing Hex 4,5,6 + JIS#2 + Torx 25,30 for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-24, 04:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 953
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm riding Corsa Control Graphene 2.0 28mm...

I'm riding Corsa Control Graphene 2.0 28mm tubular, and they're 2 months old from buying.
500 miles so far and no visible issues with the tread.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 54,618
Posted By Aardwolf

I've got a 1967 Wrights W3SW Swallow and I've...

I've got a 1967 Wrights W3SW Swallow and I've measured the leather on that as 4mm thick.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,551
Posted By Aardwolf

I've mostly used the Silca calculator because it...

I've mostly used the Silca calculator because it has a value for road surface quality.
But I compare it with the Rene Herse values to get the bigger picture.

Vittoria Corsa Control Graphene 2...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,453
Posted By Aardwolf

9 days later and I'm shopping at Sainsburys...

9 days later and I'm shopping at Sainsburys (Putney high street) again.
Busking cat is there again, but forgot the phone, however Olympic track cycling isn't on for a bit so fetched it :)
...
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