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06-18-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 2,458
Views: 598,352
Posted By Robvolz

no news outlet mentioned what kind of bike Gordon...

no news outlet mentioned what kind of bike Gordon rides. Anybody know?
06-18-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 490
Posted By Robvolz

I know some shops put their sticker on it if you...

I know some shops put their sticker on it if you get a simple tuneup

stickers that I didn’t ask for really annoy me.

My dad once returned a Jaguar because the dealership put a plaque under the...
06-18-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 270
Posted By Robvolz

My friend said it came with the bullnose, but he...

My friend said it came with the bullnose, but he removed it because his arms weren’t long enough so that’s why he swapped out the stem and handlebars.
06-18-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 503
Posted By Robvolz

I have those brakes well, Vic V Schil’s ...

I have those brakes

well, Vic V Schil’s

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06-17-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 490
Posted By Robvolz

Not a single mark obviously this wouldn’t...

Not a single mark

obviously this wouldn’t fit my dachshund legs….

but I’m so curious, I’m going back with calipers and measure the bb (68-70?) and seat post.

I had two others (on another...
06-17-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 160
Posted By Robvolz

You married well!

You married well!
06-17-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 270
Posted By Robvolz

Is this a first gen Stumpjumper?

From a friend’s basement.

I don’t see a Tim Neeman sticker, or any sticker.

he admits to swapping out the bars back in the day.
...
Replies: 11
Views: 372
Posted By Robvolz

Welcome to the Forums, because you haven’t had 10...

Welcome to the Forums, because you haven’t had 10 posts you’re not allowed to post photos.

However, you can post photos in the gallery section, then inform us, and a kind person will repost them...
06-17-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 490
Posted By Robvolz

bill walton?

bill walton?
06-16-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 490
Posted By Robvolz

Bike ID help please

This is in portland. No serial numbers that I can find.

I do see a Santa Barbara shop sticker. That may or not mean anything.

the BB offered zero info.
...
06-16-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 751
Posted By Robvolz

I have a long handled tool. Then I sometimes give...

I have a long handled tool. Then I sometimes give it a whack with a bounce-less mallet.

I usually have to do the same for removal. I have never had a pedal fall off.

Permatex anti-seize...
06-16-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 751
Posted By Robvolz

I see a couple of you are still trying to blame...

I see a couple of you are still trying to blame me. The pedal was on tight. Done.

I have good news. A local shop (Cyclepath) was having a vintage and hand built show today. I grabbed the...
06-16-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,281
Posted By Robvolz

[QUOTE=WGB;23269629]Facebook.com/marketplace/item/...

[QUOTE=WGB;23269629]Facebook.com/marketplace/item/825660302348126Vintage Road BicycleCA$200CA$700
[color=var(--secondary-text)]Listed a week ago

[color=var(--primary-text)]RARE Vintage Colnago...
06-16-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 194
Posted By Robvolz

Holy shiznit!! Until recently, my room mate...

Holy shiznit!!

Until recently, my room mate was John Stevens, who's sister is Rene.

Not knowing what a big deal she is, when in town visiting, she would sing at my wine bar for a glass or two....
06-16-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 488
Posted By Robvolz

Stunning bike. And, thanks for the heads up on...

Stunning bike.
And, thanks for the heads up on the Modolo stem recall. I have the same with ridges on my Merckx.

I did think it was funny that I've never seen another on a bike. Now I know.
06-16-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 751
Posted By Robvolz

I used the long handled campy pedal tool to...

I used the long handled campy pedal tool to install it, and no, I did not overly tighten it. Nor was it loose. Yes, I used anti-seize because aluminum and steel aren't the best of friends.

I...
06-16-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 984
Posted By Robvolz

Sold for $350 and some gold

Sold for $350 and some gold
06-15-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 504
Posted By Robvolz

is the cinelli with the oval logo or the winged C?

is the cinelli with the oval logo or the winged C?
06-15-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 751
Posted By Robvolz

I was just going to inquire about that. ...

I was just going to inquire about that.

Thank gods this is the Drive Side. I can't imagine finding the reverse thread for the NDS.

I've never done it myself, or had a machine shop do a...
06-15-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 751
Posted By Robvolz

Miche/Campy fail (glad it happened to me)

That Molteni orange Colnago I’m selling had a major fail today on the “Drinks in Weird Places” ride.

the Miche pedal sheared in a way I’ve never seen.
...
06-15-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,289
Posted By Robvolz

I'm some what color blind. I see blue, and...

I'm some what color blind.

I see blue, and I don't like it.
06-14-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,281
Posted By Robvolz

most do not know how to properly measure a bike ...

most do not know how to properly measure a bike

i did not measure it.

you should straddle it yourself.
06-14-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,998
Posted By Robvolz

you must live in Houston. That's where ROMEC is...

you must live in Houston. That's where ROMEC is from if I recall. Cool builds! Congrats on the Viner too.


I will match your price, but shipping is $500.

I kid.

As a collective, I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,300
Posted By Robvolz

WWED??* White tape. Wrapped from the...

WWED??*

White tape. Wrapped from the inside-out.

*What would eddy do?
06-14-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,262
Posted By Robvolz

This is such an amazing display of bikes. Much...

This is such an amazing display of bikes. Much better than the concours in Japan.

I hope your event gets bigger and bigger. I know I wanted to attend but covid hit me that week and plans were...
06-14-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,262
Posted By Robvolz

Question….. what is that?? ...

Question…..

what is that??
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Ashtray? Compass? Salt cellar? Bat signal...
06-14-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,281
Posted By Robvolz

I think I just worked on that bike at the Hub.

I think I just worked on that bike at the Hub.
Forum: For Sale
06-14-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 731
Posted By Robvolz

Sold! You can see me ride this at Cino, a much...

Sold!
You can see me ride this at Cino, a much better choice than a racing tandem.

Cino: https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Kila/CinoHeroica
06-13-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,289
Posted By Robvolz

your words hurt

your words hurt
06-13-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,326
Posted By Robvolz

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

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TMF
06-13-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Robvolz

um, daily.

um, daily.
06-13-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,998
Posted By Robvolz

Its not my co-op. For pricing, you gather...

Its not my co-op.

For pricing, you gather three people, two volunteers and a paid individual and you say, "price?, 1,2,3."

All three blurt out a price and you take the middle.

If it...
06-13-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,998
Posted By Robvolz

Show me a Romec comp and I'll lower the price. ...

Show me a Romec comp and I'll lower the price.

They can't all be $25 Huffy Aerowinds.
06-13-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 565
Posted By Robvolz

damn paywall

damn paywall
06-13-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 473
Posted By Robvolz

Some knock-off Merckx. Reminds me of those...

Some knock-off Merckx.

Reminds me of those kiosks at the mall. (Jimmy, back when I was your age, we would go to these large structures, a collection of stores called a "mall")
"You like Calvin...
06-12-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 512
Posted By Robvolz

I have a box of Eddie Merckx bits. Can you...

I have a box of Eddie Merckx bits. Can you provide a photo of what you’re looking for?
06-12-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,998
Posted By Robvolz

The gios…still here sequoia, still here ...

The gios…still here
sequoia, still here

and today….

this screw and glue specialized Allez
size 58 c-c and top tube 57 c-c…$200...
06-12-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 473
Posted By Robvolz

Has anybody made a quill seat post??

Another gorgeous and rare frame came in today with cracks around the seat post bolt

I’m wondering if anybody has created a quill seatpost? If so, which brand did you use in from what STEM did you...
06-12-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,724
Posted By Robvolz

yes. I use them all the time, including some...

yes. I use them all the time, including some vintage bath fixtures. 6 weeks is their turn-around.

I haven't used them for bike parts, because I use St Louis plating, so much cheaper but takes min...
06-12-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1,031
Views: 198,533
Posted By Robvolz

Howdy and thank you for doing God’s work!! ...

Howdy
and thank you for doing God’s work!!

this popped up in my neighborhood. I know it’s a size 60 - too tall for me.

left side:
A = employee
0 = size 60

right side Z 7863
06-12-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 426
Posted By Robvolz

a picture in line with the bb hole would show the...

a picture in line with the bb hole would show the numbers.
Forum: For Sale
06-11-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 731
Posted By Robvolz

I'm actually in the poster's area, and I've sent...

I'm actually in the poster's area, and I've sent a plethora of messages.

No response.

Robert
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Robvolz

I've been busy fixing and creating parts from...

I've been busy fixing and creating parts from nothing. Turning a 1939 Holdsworth path racer into a 10-speed.

Anywa, bike and bags are still available and I'll be in the co-op tomorrow.

Please...
06-11-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,289
Posted By Robvolz

what is your favorite color?? I paint bikes.

what is your favorite color??

I paint bikes.
06-11-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,390
Posted By Robvolz

I’d like to change my choice… at the Ladd’s...

I’d like to change my choice…

at the Ladd’s 500 (500 laps = 100 miles) I swapped the quad for this hunk.

too scary to take photos of while riding.

100% bad idea
...
06-11-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 624
Posted By Robvolz

talk about your dog or cat.

talk about your dog or cat.
06-11-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 537
Posted By Robvolz

This is what I was looking for. Thank you...

This is what I was looking for.

Thank you for your insight.

Robert

PS, with such great reviews, how come ebay has them listed for so much $$$ ? Must just be a wall hanger/rarity thing.
06-11-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 537
Posted By Robvolz

cool whip!! lots o hate on the modolos ...

cool whip!!

lots o hate on the modolos

I'll sell em
06-11-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 537
Posted By Robvolz

The hoods are perfect the bars are drilled...

The hoods are perfect

the bars are drilled cinelli
06-11-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 537
Posted By Robvolz

Who is rockin’ Modolo Kronos brakes/levers?

The co-op just got a broken colnago master funny bike (précia fork for a 24” tire anyone?) with a full set of Modolo Kronos brakes/levers and shifters.

kinda like weight weenie delta brakes.
...
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