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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-18-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 217
Posted By Insidious C.

Yes. I see pics of SR and Allez. album...

Yes. I see pics of SR and Allez. album (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/user/581970)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 336
Posted By Insidious C.

I prefer the decal head badge you used vs. the...

I prefer the decal head badge you used vs. the original plastic one. Very nice looking bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,831
Posted By Insidious C.

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20240914_124046_17e6db1a19788ce0dd0e6e5cab1d03ea0cb1d292.jpg

View from Saturday's lunch stop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,831
Posted By Insidious C.

I booked Saturday only at Symes. We are staying...

I booked Saturday only at Symes. We are staying mostly in KOA cabin near Whitefish to save money. Best Western in Kallispell runs $400 nightly. Since I booked Symes in person, I looked at the rooms...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,831
Posted By Insidious C.

There are still rooms available Saturday at The...

There are still rooms available Saturday at The Symes. A bit smokey now but likely to improve. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,831
Posted By Insidious C.

My wife and I will meander through Montana next...

My wife and I will meander through Montana next week, celebrating our wedding anniversary, and then hopefully arive at Cino. I am still procrastinating contemplating which bike can be made Cino-ready...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 12:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By Insidious C.

Revolution Cycle Jewelry does custom order head...

Revolution Cycle Jewelry does custom order head badges. https://www.headbadges.com/custom-order.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2,753
Views: 174,997
Posted By Insidious C.

50s British lightweight, FC Parkes, in PDX

Posted in FB 10 weeks ago, so perhaps a better deal can be made. Attempted to link to FB ad but it failed. Appears to have Williams, Cyclo Benelux.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 440
Posted By Insidious C.

I spent a lot of time riding in the mountains...

I spent a lot of time riding in the mountains above Glendora in the 80s and 90s. I don't remember Kip's shop.He may have already closed up shop by then. Kip Frohman Rickel passed away in 2015.
Forum: Commuting
08-21-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 786
Posted By Insidious C.

Weird...experiencing anxiety commuting by car

It's been a while since I've driven to work. My car hasn't moved in more than a year. Most days I bike and, if the weather is really bad, I take public transportation. This week, circumstances...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By Insidious C.

Replacing the fork and going threadless is...

Replacing the fork and going threadless is doable, but a few things to be aware of. Choices of headset and stem will be limited vs. current 1-1/8 standard. You will probably want to trim the steerer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 314
Posted By Insidious C.

Wired on (clincher), high pressure (might mean it...

Wired on (clincher), high pressure (might mean it is hooked profile but I'm not certain).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 722
Posted By Insidious C.

Did you see any fishies? I hear August is good...

Did you see any fishies? I hear August is good for cutthroat on the north fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By Insidious C.

^^ I think it was the dummy axle that was 3D...

^^ I think it was the dummy axle that was 3D printed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 615
Posted By Insidious C.

This summer I put folding Paselas on my 87...

This summer I put folding Paselas on my 87 Voyageur, a bike I commute 120 miles per week on. The ride quality is acceptable. Rate of punctures has been pretty average. One thing I appreciate is how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 512
Posted By Insidious C.

Depends on what you mean by "better," but you can...

Depends on what you mean by "better," but you can be certain that your effort and money spent refinishing most any bike will not be recovered if you sell.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,029
Posted By Insidious C.

Have you seen this video about Hollowtech ii...

Have you seen this video about Hollowtech ii spacers? https://youtu.be/VmSzuR8NjXI?si=vm1bBxxQFxHuL2kt
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,029
Posted By Insidious C.

It's the arm that has a lot of curvature, but...

It's the arm that has a lot of curvature, but maybe that's just the way it is. Hopefully the BB came with spacers. I would not hesitate to use them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,029
Posted By Insidious C.

Before messing around with spacers I would make...

Before messing around with spacers I would make sure the crank is not bent (as it appears to be). It could just be the pic tho.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 248
Posted By Insidious C.

Sponsors are not necesarilly from the bike...

Sponsors are not necesarilly from the bike industry. Does jersey include a team name? Guessing 80s or 90s date wise.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 409
Posted By Insidious C.

OPC bikes are a bit different

Just an FYI, bikes like this one with one piece crank (OPC) generally also have head tube, steerer and stem with diameters that differ from what we think of as 1" standard. The stem quill on that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 645
Posted By Insidious C.

Pauley built fine quality frames. Definitely...

Pauley built fine quality frames. Definitely worth saving. However, realize that few of us are adding to our collections these days, and the Pauley name is not that well known.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 9,045
Views: 1,263,111
Posted By Insidious C.

First for me- tubeless tires on C&V bike

Today arrived two 700x34c Corsa Pro Control tires. Plan is to use with Cliffhanger rims (because I already have them) in Cino MT this year. 15% discount was a pleasant surprise. I have some anxiety...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-24, 11:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,072
Posted By Insidious C.

The Emperor's new cycling kit. It's beautiful!;)

The Emperor's new cycling kit. It's beautiful!;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,887
Posted By Insidious C.

I think sharing knowledge or even bike trivia in...

I think sharing knowledge or even bike trivia in our forums really helps to sustain the interest in C&V. Heck, just post some pics. Call for new topics!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-16-24, 12:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 572
Posted By Insidious C.

I bought a Sport SX about 5 years ago in...

I bought a Sport SX about 5 years ago in Portland. C&V interest was higher back then. I paid about $80 IIRC, which I thought was a good price considering it was in nice shape. That bike didn't suit...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 609
Posted By Insidious C.

photo album...

photo album (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/34669398)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,280
Posted By Insidious C.

I just saw some NOS Gaslo tape on a well known...

I just saw some NOS Gaslo tape on a well known auction site.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 907
Posted By Insidious C.

Ouch! Sounds like it could have been a lot worse...

Ouch! Sounds like it could have been a lot worse tho, on both counts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 649
Posted By Insidious C.

Most likely 7 is for 57cm seat tube. My Viner is...

Most likely 7 is for 57cm seat tube. My Viner is marked this way, 6 for 56cm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,149
Posted By Insidious C.

Re-sticker it as a Bates.

Re-sticker it as a Bates.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2,753
Views: 174,997
Posted By Insidious C.

yes px10, 1973

I have a px10 just like it, same crown and fork rake too. These crowns are not uncommon on 73s.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By Insidious C.

Pics can be deceiving, but it does appear that...

Pics can be deceiving, but it does appear that the VO has more drop from saddle to bar clamp. If that is so, a stem with more rise should help your hands. Another idea is to enlist the help of a pro...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By Insidious C.

Here is an example as published by Specialized....

Here is an example as published by Specialized. The 83 Sequoia was offered in nine frame sizes. There were four combinations of HTA and fork rake as follows:

Seat Tube _________,,,,HTA ,,,Rake...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 548
Posted By Insidious C.

That was $610 well spent.

That was $610 well spent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-24, 11:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,444
Posted By Insidious C.

Looks like this BTW day was specific to CO state?...

Looks like this BTW day was specific to CO state? I really appreciated the trail system in Boulder when that was our home. Back then, I biked to work many a day with a smile on my face. Today, like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,083
Posted By Insidious C.

Those shifter closely resemble the manual...

Those shifter closely resemble the manual transmission / transfer case selectors on my IH Scout. I thought I remembered them being Shimano Positron shifters. Velobase shows a Positron shifter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 12:32 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 324,245
Posted By Insidious C.

Coincidentally, another Sekai model 2700...

Coincidentally, another Sekai model 2700 (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1296073-need-help-frame-identification.html) was posted here as a mystery bike just days ago. I misidentified it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By Insidious C.

Bigger tires are a good idea for rough roads. You...

Bigger tires are a good idea for rough roads. You can make some measurements to see how big a tire the frame & fork will accomodate. Your 720's head tube is probably sized for a 1" threaded steerer,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 11:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 617
Posted By Insidious C.

That is a handsome bike! The dark rims and black...

That is a handsome bike! The dark rims and black tires complement the colorway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 576
Posted By Insidious C.

Thanks for sharing pics. There is something...

Thanks for sharing pics. There is something special about Opuses/Opera. Overall the paint looks pretty nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 01:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,560
Posted By Insidious C.

It is not the severity of the failure but the...

It is not the severity of the failure but the likelyhood of it happening that increases with folding tire (kevlar bead) installed on hookless rim, especially at higher pressures.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 617
Posted By Insidious C.

It is a Fuji. Google "1978 Fuji catalog" and you...

It is a Fuji. Google "1978 Fuji catalog" and you may be able to identify from pics.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 676
Posted By Insidious C.

There is mention here...

There is mention here (https://on-the-drops.blogspot.com/2017/12/american-flyers-carlton-cycles-us.html) of Armstrong, which was part of Tube Investments in the 50s.

Regarding Juy 51, 51 is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 170,600
Posted By Insidious C.

Has anyone found a currently available 27x1-1/4...

Has anyone found a currently available 27x1-1/4 that they feel rides better than the folding Paselas?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-24, 11:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,690
Posted By Insidious C.

I am so glad this wasn't a video of me violating...

I am so glad this wasn't a video of me violating the entirety of Oregon state vehicle code while biking to work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,593
Posted By Insidious C.

I like darker tape, but now that the tan tape is...

I like darker tape, but now that the tan tape is installed I would definitely leave it. Ride the bike a bunch and see if the tape looks better with age/use.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-06-24, 12:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,275
Posted By Insidious C.

Can anyone shed light on the fork crown used on...

Can anyone shed light on the fork crown used on these bikes (who made it and what other marques might use this same crown)?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 873
Posted By Insidious C.

I am captivated by bulgie 's pic above as if it...

I am captivated by bulgie 's pic above as if it were a masterpiece of abstract art. I had more to say about the fork that shall not be named, but it is getting to the point of hijacking the original...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 873
Posted By Insidious C.

My 73 px10 fork happens to be free floating ATM,...

My 73 px10 fork happens to be free floating ATM, so I just now looked for markings on the steerer. It is in fact stamped Reynolds 531 butted. Interestingly, this is one of the forks with the flat,...
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