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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 234
Posted By randyjawa

Look on the back side of the rear derailleurs...

Look on the back side of the rear derailleurs and/or remove a rear hub lock nut - should be stamped with a two digit number. That might help with determining vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 655
Posted By randyjawa

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season...

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season and really liked the ride quality with one exception. The bike was too flexible in the bb department. I could see the frame wiggle when I looked...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 206
Posted By randyjawa

In my world, $$100 each tops. In days gone bye...

In my world, $$100 each tops. In days gone bye they did fetch more but, and I could well be wrong, in today's market, they are not worth all that much anymore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 225
Posted By randyjawa

I am not familiar with the bike's brand but I...

I am not familiar with the bike's brand but I would look closely at the fork. It, the fork, appears to be bent back a wee bit. Could be the digital camera distortion but worth a closer look, none...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 01:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 296
Posted By randyjawa

My mistake - 650cm is correct.

My mistake - 650cm is correct.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 296
Posted By randyjawa

My Quintanna Roo is fitted with 650c wheels. This...

My Quintanna Roo is fitted with 650c wheels. This is a fast bike, perhaps the fastest I presently own......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 407
Posted By randyjawa

Lift the bike and spin the wheels, checking to...

Lift the bike and spin the wheels, checking to ensure that neither is rubbing brake pads or even stay or fork tubing. Wheels can go out of true or even be installed off center. Proper maintenance...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 492
Posted By randyjawa

Make no mistake about it, my Motobecane Grand...

Make no mistake about it, my Motobecane Grand Jubilee was one of the prettiest and nicest riding bikes that I have ever owned. Should never have sold it......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-23-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 384
Posted By randyjawa

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The Mavic bottom bracket is not included, unless you want to pay extra. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,147
Posted By randyjawa

Well, I actually have been giving some thought to...

Well, I actually have been giving some thought to buying this. The bike is in really good, darn near perfect, condition and my guess is that it would probably be more fun to ride than my found at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,147
Posted By randyjawa

A few years ago, I fussed with this... ...

A few years ago, I fussed with this...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,147
Posted By randyjawa

Mountain Bike vs Road Bike...

A few mountain bikes have come my way, over the years but only one remains and I finally got around to ensuring the bike was road worthy and safe to ride. So, I took the Devinci out for a ride......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 564
Posted By randyjawa

jab, I aspire to achieve the kind of results that...

jab, I aspire to achieve the kind of results that you do. Well done! And, I really like the color that adds so well to the antiquated or vintage look.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 827
Posted By randyjawa

I came darn close to buying this Colnago mountain...

I came darn close to buying this Colnago mountain bike when in Jamaica last winter (look closely for lugs and the unusual tube set)... Should I have bought the bike? That question will plague me for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 512
Posted By randyjawa

Though not high end, a couple of Merciers have...

Though not high end, a couple of Merciers have come my way, over the years. That said, they sport a great livery and are fun to ride. Both of these are/were darn near mint when I got them. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 407
Posted By randyjawa

​​​​​​​Your wife should be able to help with this...

​​​​​​​Your wife should be able to help with this one:-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,449
Posted By randyjawa

I can repair just about anything but some things...

I can repair just about anything but some things are just not worth the effort......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 818
Posted By randyjawa

Taking To and From the Dump...

Went to the dump the other day and, being fairly early in the season, did not expect to find anything worthwhile bicycle wise. I did however, see a couple of road bike wheels in the pile. With care,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,563
Posted By randyjawa

Well, the Holdsworth sold quickly for a low price...

Well, the Holdsworth sold quickly for a low price the cost to ship to the US. The Terry knock-off has been harvested for useful components and is on its way to the landfill site on Wednesday...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By randyjawa

Not sure about anything except that I would not...

Not sure about anything except that I would not trust them. Had a major blow out on old tubulars, years back. From now on, new tubies or no tubies. Clinchers are a bit different but this is what my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 442
Posted By randyjawa

I flush with WD40, spin a bit and flush again. I...

I flush with WD40, spin a bit and flush again. I flush from the outside face of the freewheel to the inside face. I flush and spin until I see WD40 leaking out of the inner face. Then I blow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,449
Posted By randyjawa

For me, a bike is worth restoring (actually...

For me, a bike is worth restoring (actually street restoration, I don't do chrome plating EVER, but paint and art is not a problem) when it interests me, is a good fit and available cheap. Anyway,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By randyjawa

Without pictures of the bicycle and without...

Without pictures of the bicycle and without knowing where the OP is located, it is, pretty much impossible to offer an value opinion. Condition, size, the as mentioned "location", all contribute to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-02-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,563
Posted By randyjawa

Well, just got back from my winter in Jamaica,...

Well, just got back from my winter in Jamaica, where me and my Bianchi Touring spent over 1000 miles together. Sadly, when I got there, the Bianchi had been loaned out, damaged and left as left. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 605
Posted By randyjawa

Trying to find a new home for this one... ...

Trying to find a new home for this one...
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-30-24, 05:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,704
Posted By randyjawa

Not sure if this would be of interest. Bought it...

Not sure if this would be of interest. Bought it for my grand daughter (5" 1" with short legs) then found something else she liked more. Frame, fork and wheels available......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-11-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,637
Posted By randyjawa

I could not resist and thanks. Let me know if...

I could not resist and thanks. Let me know if you need anything that I can throw in for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 603
Posted By randyjawa

I am going to see the fellow tomorrow. If the...

I am going to see the fellow tomorrow. If the price is really low, I am going to buy the bike (sans wheels), strip the components and take it back to Canada with me. Not sure how to ship from...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By randyjawa

Without more information, such as where you live,...

Without more information, such as where you live, and pictures would be helpful. Without that sort of information there is no real way to determine value.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-07-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,637
Posted By randyjawa

How much for all? Sorry, a bit confused. I am...

How much for all? Sorry, a bit confused. I am interested in all, depending on price and cost to ship. Thanks and cannot get to my computer all the time. Every second day, at best, until I get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 603
Posted By randyjawa

Colnago MTN Bike - Should I..?

I can buy this Colnago mountain bike for next to nothing. The guy just wants it gone. I would strip the components and just take the frame/fork back to Canada....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By randyjawa

I have been lucky enough to own several Marinoni...

I have been lucky enough to own several Marinoni road bikes. Not one proved disappointing in the ride quality department. This one, kinda similar to the OP;s, came my way last Fall (the seller even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,321
Posted By randyjawa

Stuck stem removal without chemicals (I like to...

Stuck stem removal without chemicals (I like to keep my hobby sport green). All you need is one coarse hacksaw blade, one pair of channel locks or vice grips and a wee screwdriver to pry with. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-02-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 791
Posted By randyjawa

I have found, restored (street not perfect...

I have found, restored (street not perfect restorations) a lot of vintage road bikes. More than 100, for sure. Of all those bikes, my 1978 Motobecane was something special, offering great aesthetics...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 625
Posted By randyjawa

I have never herd of a Muddy Fox. Based on what...

I have never herd of a Muddy Fox. Based on what I see, I would not pay much for the bike. $50 tops but that is just me. On the same thought, it has been my experience that rare or little know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 725
Posted By randyjawa

They look good to me but I have not even had a...

They look good to me but I have not even had a chance to ride this bike yet. Job one when I get back to Canada......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By randyjawa

Up for grabs when I get back to Canada... ...

Up for grabs when I get back to Canada...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 690
Posted By randyjawa

​​​​​​​Yup! been there and done that. I works.

​​​​​​​Yup! been there and done that. I works.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 12
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Views: 780
Posted By randyjawa

Really? You can change bar tape... ...

Really? You can change bar tape...
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Been riding it like this for the past four...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-12-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By randyjawa

There were some very nice Chiorda bikes back in...

There were some very nice Chiorda bikes back in the day. They were few and far between. The OP's is not a high end machine and not a favorite of Sheldon Brown's. That said, the bike is in great...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-12-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,065
Posted By randyjawa

A couple of members have questioned my opinion...

A couple of members have questioned my opinion regarding the top of the line quality of the OP's Legnano. I agree with them. I did not look carefully enough, noting quickly the seat stay tops. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,065
Posted By randyjawa

In my area, the bike is darn near worthless. ...

In my area, the bike is darn near worthless. People can't give vintage road bikes away. Were I buying the OP's bike, $200 US to start and then into negotiation. Were I selling = $1000 after clean...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,065
Posted By randyjawa

Not meaning to bust someone's bubble, but the...

Not meaning to bust someone's bubble, but the OP's Legnano is not top of the line. It is a Legnano Gran Premio, I believe. I have been lucky enough to own two in my vintage road bike collection...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 511
Posted By randyjawa

$100 tops. I have owned and ridden a 1000, 1200,...

$100 tops. I have owned and ridden a 1000, 1200, 1400 and 1600. All were good to me but none were exceptional in ride quality. That said, next summer's project is waiting for me to get home to Canada...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 525
Posted By randyjawa

Not sure if I have the right tool or not.......

Not sure if I have the right tool or not.......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 775
Posted By randyjawa

Great bike and you WILL love the ride quality. I...

Great bike and you WILL love the ride quality. I truly enjoyed mine...

That said, I had an old catalog, years ago, and the Atala came with Universal stoppers (as are fitted to the OP's bike) or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,789
Posted By randyjawa

If a frame is damaged, in any way (dent, bent,...

If a frame is damaged, in any way (dent, bent, rusted, cracked, etc.) I will buy the bike for the component group only. I don't have any interest in a damaged frame set. That said, as a rider, that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-24-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,467
Posted By randyjawa

I have a Carlton rebadged as a Raleigh. My guess...

I have a Carlton rebadged as a Raleigh. My guess is that Raleigh bought the Carlton business out and rebadged, rather than repaint etc., just to sell off what they had......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,464
Posted By randyjawa

Free and found at the dump near my summer lake...

Free and found at the dump near my summer lake cottage...
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Free...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-09-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,332
Posted By randyjawa

$180 CND is fair, depending on location. I have...

$180 CND is fair, depending on location. I have owed a couple and the ride quality is not bad but can easily be improved (a lot) by swapping those steel patterned rims for alloy ones. Other than...
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