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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-18, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

They both look very nice. I have the 86, an 85...

They both look very nice. I have the 86, an 85 that I got from Robbietunes and an Carbon, and they are all one size too large. They just don't come up for sale locally here very often.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-18, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

Ok. I saw the teal fade one you posted, and...

Ok. I saw the teal fade one you posted, and assumed that it was your size. The 86 looks to be a 54/55.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-18, 10:44 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 17,479
Posted By poke em

I live close, I might be able to do this ride.

I live close, I might be able to do this ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-18, 10:29 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

I have a mint 86 Ironman in the next size up. It...

I have a mint 86 Ironman in the next size up. It is too big for me, but yours would be perfect. Want to trade frames? It's literally in 9/10 condition. I can post a pic tomorrow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-17, 05:38 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 86,614
Posted By poke em

My Ironman Carbon as it sits currently: ...

My Ironman Carbon


as it sits currently:
http://www.desertscooters.com/ebimages/04.22.16.ironman.jpg
as purchased:
http://www.desertscooters.com/ebimages/04.22.16.ironman-1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

You are right about the MV. I haven't seen an...

You are right about the MV. I haven't seen an Ironman with chrome rear dropouts Plus the stays are not usually sculpted where they connect to the dropouts. The seat stays are wrapped around the seat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 08:12 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

Thanks! ...

Thanks!

http://www.desertscooters.com/ebimages/04.22.16.ironman-2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

That is just a Powerbar sticker.

That is just a Powerbar sticker.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

When I got it home I made some modifications,...

When I got it home I made some modifications, mostly pulled from my other Ironman.

Flite saddle
Dual pivot 600 Ultegra brakes
105 9 speed shifters
Soma highway one bars
H Plus son...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-16, 08:53 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,582,745
Posted By poke em

Black Lightning in Post Falls Idaho ...

Black Lightning in Post Falls Idaho


http://www.spokane.craigslist.org/bik/5561602341.html (http://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/5561602341.html)

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-16, 07:33 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

Picked up a Carbon Ironman last night: ...

Picked up a Carbon Ironman last night:

http://www.desertscooters.com/ebimages/04.22.16.ironman-1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-15, 10:59 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

Still rocking the old Ironman from RobbieTunes. I...

Still rocking the old Ironman from RobbieTunes. I picked up a mint 58cm Red/white master as well, but its just a hair too big.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-15, 04:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,150
Posted By poke em

I second Velomine, they are great. In your...

I second Velomine, they are great. In your situation I would get ultegra 6800/H Plus Son TB14 or Archetype. Might run 300 or so for a set and you will not be disappointed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-15, 02:24 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,816
Posted By poke em

You are lucky he amended the feedback, most will...

You are lucky he amended the feedback, most will not do that. I sell retail items on ebay and most of my customers are great. But a small percentage of them are complete bastards. If they want their...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-15, 02:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,562
Posted By poke em

If you ever make it back this way, I recommend...

If you ever make it back this way, I recommend Slate Creek Brewery and Mad Bomber. Both are awesome and locally owned.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-15, 11:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,562
Posted By poke em

Sadly Biplane is now out of business.

Sadly Biplane is now out of business.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-15, 03:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,510
Posted By poke em

Excellent! Those Gipiemme/Simplex derailleurs...

Excellent! Those Gipiemme/Simplex derailleurs seemed to shift very nicely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-14, 05:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,615
Posted By poke em

I just built one up yesterday. 1991 Trek 930 from...

I just built one up yesterday. 1991 Trek 930 from craigslist. This is revision 1.0. I need a lighter set of tires, brifters, new brake shoes, cross levers and rebuild the rear wheel with a 8/9/10...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-14, 12:27 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

This frame is something special. Thank you for...

This frame is something special. Thank you for convincing me that it was the correct size for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-14, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

I finally put some new wheels on mine. I got the...

I finally put some new wheels on mine. I got the frame from Robbietunes awhile back and ran some thrashed 105/mavics until I couldn't keep them true anymore. This bike is the shizz.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-14, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,195
Posted By poke em

I should have specified that I was talking about...

I should have specified that I was talking about new wheelsets. I have never ran anything but used wheels, so it'll be a treat when I get this set in my grubby hands. Supposedly the H Plus Son...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-14, 11:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,195
Posted By poke em

These are the best bang for your buck IMO. Not...

These are the best bang for your buck IMO. Not the greatest look for C & V but bad azz nonetheless. Butted spokes, ultegra, 23mm wide. I'll be slapping a pair on my Ironman in a couple days.

H...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-14, 09:20 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,582,745
Posted By poke em

Pair of Raleigh Super Records. Is this a 531...

Pair of Raleigh Super Records. Is this a 531 mixte?


His and hers vintage Raleighs (http://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/4387911543.html)

His and hers vintage Raleighs - $200 (north spokane) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,811
Posted By poke em

Looks like the bosses on an early Giant Cadex

Looks like the bosses on an early Giant Cadex
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-14, 09:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,289
Posted By poke em

I had a Bianchi Stelvio that was stiff as hell...

I had a Bianchi Stelvio that was stiff as hell and tight geometry. Would have made a great Crit bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-14, 10:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,991
Posted By poke em

1985 Bridgestone Grand-Velo 1000, Asian market...

1985 Bridgestone Grand-Velo 1000, Asian market bike. Original owner bought it while stationed in Okinawa. One of my first flip bikes and I don't have any HQ pics of it. :(
1985 Raleigh Prestige...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-14, 02:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,530
Posted By poke em

Clean, tune and ride it. These Cadex bikes ride...

Clean, tune and ride it. These Cadex bikes ride very nicely. I picked this one up cheap, and rebuilt it for a friend. He is an MTBer so had back issues. I addressed it with a quill adapter, riser...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-14, 12:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,760
Posted By poke em

At 5'6" the $100 bike is too large for you.

At 5'6" the $100 bike is too large for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-14, 08:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,115
Posted By poke em

Clean it up and ride it. You will find that the...

Clean it up and ride it. You will find that the dt shifting is responsive and quick, and you might just like it. If you desire an upgrade after getting some miles on, then save up for a freehub,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-14, 01:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,565
Posted By poke em

This is very bad. Do not buy this bike.

This is very bad. Do not buy this bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-14, 10:52 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,427
Posted By poke em

Nice looking bike.

Nice looking bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-14, 11:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,533
Posted By poke em

http://www.modernbike.com/itemgroup.asp?IGPK=21261...

http://www.modernbike.com/itemgroup.asp?IGPK=2126175524

http://www.modernbike.com/images/Product_Images/main_IG2126175524.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-14, 09:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 18,969
Posted By poke em

Your Nishiki looks super nice. What rims are...

Your Nishiki looks super nice. What rims are those? Can you post a couple more pics?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-14, 09:05 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,249
Posted By poke em

I consider myself lucky, I've got both.

I consider myself lucky, I've got both.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-14, 11:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,103
Posted By poke em

Neither one of them are Colnago frames.

Neither one of them are Colnago frames.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-14, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,821,218
Posted By poke em

ISO: 165mm RX100 non drive side crank arm or ...

ISO:
165mm RX100 non drive side crank arm
or
165mm RX100, 105 or 600 crankset,with or without rings, in nice condition


Have:
Lots of stuff, ask.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-14, 12:06 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

Thanks Robbie. The FD is a tricolor and the RD is...

Thanks Robbie. The FD is a tricolor and the RD is Ultegra 6600sl long cage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-14, 07:26 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,587,088
Posted By poke em

I finished building up this frameset I got from...

I finished building up this frameset I got from Robbietunes. Had to go frankenbike temporarily, but it turned out nice. I was going to do downtube shifting but it has those "funky boss"s so i had to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-14, 05:46 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,821,218
Posted By poke em

I have revised my list ISO: RX100 NDS...

I have revised my list

ISO:
RX100 NDS orphan crank arm - 165mm
Surly 1x1 26" butted fork, steer tube greater than 10 inches
Salsa Woodchippers, WTB dirt drops, on one midge , origin8 Gary...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-14, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,820
Posted By poke em

+100 This is a nice bike, and at that price,...

+100

This is a nice bike, and at that price, you can use it as a springboard to a better bike. I picked up a small one with Edge components last year for 50 bucks. It was pretty beat and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-14, 03:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,997
Posted By poke em

That looks like a dang nice ride. You should be...

That looks like a dang nice ride. You should be able to raise the stem a little bit. If it were mine, I'd do a quill adapter with a short stem and wide short reach ergo shape bars with a flattened...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-27-14, 01:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,924
Posted By poke em

I sold a very nice 85 Prestige 54cm for just...

I sold a very nice 85 Prestige 54cm for just under $500 on Ebay a couple summers ago. It was all original and in fantastic condition. The ride was stiff as hell.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-14, 09:42 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 80,628
Posted By poke em

This is as close to a Peloton as it gets for me....

This is as close to a Peloton as it gets for me. Cousins.

http://www.nwspeed.com/eb/yay/prologue.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-14, 01:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,795
Posted By poke em

Would you have to "hubbub" if you were using a...

Would you have to "hubbub" if you were using a 7400 dura ace shifter rather than regular 8 speed (ultegra/105)? I have read that the cable pull for 7400 shifters is the same as 9 speed shimano (all)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-14, 12:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,795
Posted By poke em

Dura Ace 7400 dt shifter question

So it seems that 9 speed 7700 shifters are a match with 8 speed 7400 drivetrains. Does that mean that 7/8 speed 7400 dt shifters would index properly with a 9 speed 105/ultegra/DA drivetrain? The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-14, 11:41 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,854
Posted By poke em

I have found that Mississippi Schwinns were...

I have found that Mississippi Schwinns were undergreased from the factory, and the little grease there was had turned to a semi hard waxlike substance. I always rebuild the bearings, you never know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-14, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 897
Posted By poke em

My immediate thought is if you plan to call the...

My immediate thought is if you plan to call the police you should always do so immediately.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-14, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,997
Posted By poke em

This was a two day event that caused blisters,...

This was a two day event that caused blisters, cursing, and other not so nice things to happen. Even though aluminum forks get a bad rap they just looked too nice to waste, so I had to save them....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,221
Posted By poke em

Yep. Seller doesnt know what he is talking about....

Yep. Seller doesnt know what he is talking about. If he cant be straight about the bosses, what else is wrong with that frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-14, 11:29 PM
Replies: 22,397
Views: 4,772,595
Posted By poke em

It looks like they might have sawed off the...

It looks like they might have sawed off the derailleur hanger.
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