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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4
Posted By bboy314

Looks decent with the tires. Black or the Cinelli...

Looks decent with the tires. Black or the Cinelli grey stuff might look good too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 320
Posted By bboy314

The flange is visible when installed.

The flange is visible when installed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 357
Posted By bboy314

“Gravel Biking™️” is kind of the ultimate in...

“Gravel Biking™️” is kind of the ultimate in marketing BS to begin with, though gravel bikes are just fine (as are touring bikes, cyclocross bikes, rigid MTBs, road bikes with wide tires, etc…).
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 558
Posted By bboy314

I hear in Europe it’s considered déclassé to wear...

I hear in Europe it’s considered déclassé to wear clothing on a bicycle.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 11:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 242
Posted By bboy314

Are we talking about shifter or brake cables? If...

Are we talking about shifter or brake cables? If shifter, always use ferrules at both ends.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,504
Posted By bboy314

It’s a transfer station - gets a visit every time...

It’s a transfer station - gets a visit every time the bin at home is full (in my case maybe once or twice a month).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 558
Posted By bboy314

Yes

Yes
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 989
Views: 56,295
Posted By bboy314

Great bikes. Obscene asking prices.

Great bikes. Obscene asking prices.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 726
Posted By bboy314

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/282x420/img_9111_83fc963d2913ff3f4586c1c105eec1607ec96c37.jpeg
I assume this is the radar you mean? Seems like a helpful guy to have around....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 325
Posted By bboy314

Looks like a pain to adjust. Also most tandems...

Looks like a pain to adjust. Also most tandems can benefit from more room between stoker and tandem, not less.
Forum: For Sale
06-05-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 145
Posted By bboy314

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 96
Posted By bboy314

It’s a style of handlebar I like. Some...

It’s a style of handlebar I like. Some measurements would be nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 668
Posted By bboy314

One word - Worksman. Though you could get a...

One word - Worksman.

Though you could get a brand new one that weighs the same as vintage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,206
Posted By bboy314

Is it really a risk you find worth taking? I say...

Is it really a risk you find worth taking? I say take the money you were going to pay that guy and put it towards a new fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,206
Posted By bboy314

Not sure how that was accomplished, but in any...

Not sure how that was accomplished, but in any case, I would absolutely not continue to use that fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,206
Posted By bboy314

Assuming all those holes go through the fork...

Assuming all those holes go through the fork steerer and head tube too?

Time for a new bike. And don’t let that guy within a mile of it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 250
Posted By bboy314

Didn't you just buy a much nicer Miyata for $50? ...

Didn't you just buy a much nicer Miyata for $50?

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1293692-help-estimate-frame-size-thrift-miyata-512-road-bike.html

It’s a pretty low end 30 year old...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 250
Posted By bboy314

I’d consider it for $40 or less. If you want...

I’d consider it for $40 or less.

If you want specific info regarding vintage, etc. I’d suggest doing some research, maybe find some old Nishiki catalogs to scour. I’m guessing it’s late 80s/early...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 262
Posted By bboy314

It’s almost as if value is somewhat subjective.

It’s almost as if value is somewhat subjective.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,558
Posted By bboy314

^ looks like a nicely bent fork as well.

^ looks like a nicely bent fork as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 743
Posted By bboy314

Pretty compact, not quite as simple as the first...

Pretty compact, not quite as simple as the first type you posted in that you can’t just roll your bike into it and walk away.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 206
Posted By bboy314

I think it was pretty obvious what was meant, in...

I think it was pretty obvious what was meant, in context.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 743
Posted By bboy314

They work ok as long as you can adjust them to be...

They work ok as long as you can adjust them to be a snug fit on the rear tire. The second one you posted is a trainer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 776
Posted By bboy314

First I might consider bringing it to another...

First I might consider bringing it to another bike shop to visually inspect. Is adjusting the hub spacing an option?

In post #11 I asked some questions, the answers to which might help in coming...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,558
Posted By bboy314

Finding a 1” disc fork will be challenging....

Finding a 1” disc fork will be challenging. Though, since it’s a bare frame, you could (*C&V trigger warning!) have a disc mount added to the rear as well, by an experienced builder of course, while...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,137
Posted By bboy314

Or get a gravel or endurance road bike if you’d...

Or get a gravel or endurance road bike if you’d prefer 100%.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,969
Posted By bboy314

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the...

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the price, assuming it’s in decent shape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,969
Posted By bboy314

Definitely stay away from Huffy, plus that one is...

Definitely stay away from Huffy, plus that one is way too small for you. Most step-thru frames will be. Of the bikes pictured, the Fuji is by far the best but looks like it needs work and is likely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,833
Posted By bboy314

So you bought a cheap helmet to see what an...

So you bought a cheap helmet to see what an expensive helmet might feel like?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 514
Posted By bboy314

Panaracer RIdeBikesMore ...

Panaracer RIdeBikesMore

https://www.panaracerusa.com/products/ribmo-protite-folding-urban-commuter-tires

They actually ride pretty nice, though not as nice as Paselas.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,833
Posted By bboy314

Your helmet has padding between MIPS and scalp,...

Your helmet has padding between MIPS and scalp, no? Also I think removing the MIPS will render the helmet ineffective since it’s built into the design. Probably makes more sense to just remove the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 332
Posted By bboy314

Good price if each listing includes 5 of them.

Good price if each listing includes 5 of them.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 312
Posted By bboy314

A close up pic of where the crack is would help...

A close up pic of where the crack is would help answer this question.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 727
Posted By bboy314

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”....

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”. But with the given info, I’d suspect chain routing or very worn chainring.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 421
Posted By bboy314

Oh sweet irony…

Oh sweet irony…
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-30-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 817
Posted By bboy314

Try here: ...

Try here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals/

I’d take it over a NOS Schwinn Varsity any day. Price is ok if it’s in fantastic condition. Someone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 860
Posted By bboy314

So what mistake were you making exactly? Using a...

So what mistake were you making exactly? Using a faulty gauge?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,158
Posted By bboy314

I think they’d be much closer to their original...

I think they’d be much closer to their original value than its modern equivalent.

“influential” in this case certainly doesn’t equal valuable. In fact the article describes the Varsity as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 510
Posted By bboy314

End of the spindle should ideally be outboard of...

End of the spindle should ideally be outboard of both pinch bolts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 421
Posted By bboy314

Both cheaper and heavier than 4130 chromoly of...

Both cheaper and heavier than 4130 chromoly of the same dimensions.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 536
Posted By bboy314

Cups usually go in easier than they come out, so...

Cups usually go in easier than they come out, so you have that working for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 484
Posted By bboy314

I used to tour on one and liked it. But if it...

I used to tour on one and liked it. But if it doesn’t wow you I say get rid of it and make the space. Unless it’s the only bike you have that’s suitable for pulling the kid trailer.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 352
Posted By bboy314

For $135, might as well see how you like it. I’m...

For $135, might as well see how you like it. I’m guessing someone else might snap it up while you wait for reviews though. I haven’t owned one myself but it seems like a deal if it’s in good shape.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,016
Posted By bboy314

This bike won’t take an HG cassette, so they’ll...

This bike won’t take an HG cassette, so they’ll have to source an IG or replace the wheel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,016
Posted By bboy314

Not sure if you’ve looked at the pictures, but...

Not sure if you’ve looked at the pictures, but it’s pretty evident the cogs and chainrings are extremely worn. You can see the sharp teeth of the chainring, the gap between them and the chain, and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,048
Posted By bboy314

If only someone had repeatedly warned us about...

If only someone had repeatedly warned us about the dangers of MUPs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 8,982
Posted By bboy314

Those are also highly subjective qualities, so I...

Those are also highly subjective qualities, so I don’t think it’s surprising that most folks of the younger generations don’t necessarily agree.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,016
Posted By bboy314

Based on the photos, this bike needs a chain,...

Based on the photos, this bike needs a chain, chainrings, UG cassette (so new wheel and FW/cassette, as far as most shops are concerned). So the estimate given is not at all unreasonable. It’s easy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,083
Posted By bboy314

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product...

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product that works similarly to this, adjusting a headset with no star nut.

https://problemsolversbike.com/products/adjustable-headset-spacer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,083
Posted By bboy314

Needs a star nut installed first.

Needs a star nut installed first.
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