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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,219
Posted By ollo_ollo

Many French bikes used their tri-color on seat...

Many French bikes used their tri-color on seat stay caps: most are Horizontal, bottom up, red-white-blue or have seen a few verticle with red on right hand side, blue to left. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 44,201
Posted By ollo_ollo

Conversion by the old fellow I bought it from:...

Conversion by the old fellow I bought it from: Vitus 979, VO Porteur bar with elk leather cover + Dura Ace hub wheels/double crank. I swapped in the old SunTour Superbe Flag triple crank from my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 761
Posted By ollo_ollo

No, this was in the early 1980's & Park Blocks...

No, this was in the early 1980's & Park Blocks are downtown, North of Burnside, South of Glisan(few blocks from Powell's Books) Don't remember if was actually on Park ave or just nearby but quite a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,676
Posted By ollo_ollo

Sorry to hear of your spill. Did similar on...

Sorry to hear of your spill. Did similar on 7/3/22 on Banks Vernonia trail approaching Horseshoe Trestle Bypass. Too Enthusiastic, Too Fast: a sign flashed by "Steep Descent, Cyclists Should Walk"....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 869
Posted By ollo_ollo

Above BB cable guides indicates 70's date, looks...

Above BB cable guides indicates 70's date, looks Japanese but no idea of maker. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 761
Posted By ollo_ollo

Congrats on the Rescue/escape. Sounds like the 6...

Congrats on the Rescue/escape. Sounds like the 6 floor Park Blocks building John's Import Auto Parts used back in the 80's. Had separate floors for BMW, Mercedes etc. The little elevator always...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 624
Posted By ollo_ollo

Beautimous & Classic at the same time. Good...

Beautimous & Classic at the same time. Good job
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,765
Posted By ollo_ollo

If I had to recommend just one it would have to...

If I had to recommend just one it would have to be a Vitus 979, the quintessential 80's TDF bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,765
Posted By ollo_ollo

The 1st list could be mine since I have a few...

The 1st list could be mine since I have a few matches plus some equivalents:

1. Miyata 1000 vs

my Specialized Expedition Touring

2. Schwinn Paramount or Peugeot PX-10 vs

My PX10 + a PK10
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 3,926
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 729,540
Posted By ollo_ollo

Born Summer 1940. Here's a pic with my 1973...

Born Summer 1940. Here's a pic with my 1973 Record Atala plus a few more of way too many vintage rides now that I have downsized. (had ISP problems after 1st two images, will add more later)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 520
Posted By ollo_ollo

A good option for light weight, all aluminum...

A good option for light weight, all aluminum construction with a comfortable ride is the Vitus 979. Rode mine on day 2 of the 2023 Cino Heroica (Hot Springs to Kila MT). Even with a Brooks saddle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,269
Posted By ollo_ollo

Quick way to tell a solid vintage bike: Good...

Quick way to tell a solid vintage bike: Good place to start: Mid level and above vintage frames frequently had axle positioning screws in their rear drop-outs, some good frames did not have the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,876
Posted By ollo_ollo

I have 2: Red one was yard sale find in Pensacola...

I have 2: Red one was yard sale find in Pensacola Fl, has all Campy Athena and sewups. I got the Silver one on Fidalgo Island in Washington State. It has some evidence of fork failure: A replacement...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,236
Posted By ollo_ollo

Rob: The Heroica Japan Picture Fest is reatly...

Rob: The Heroica Japan Picture Fest is reatly appreciated. Just may see you at Cino. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,692
Posted By ollo_ollo

GWS Matt, hope Cino remains an option. Don

GWS Matt, hope Cino remains an option. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,571
Posted By ollo_ollo

Re

Saw these pics in one of my folders today. Not Colnago, but at least Italian. Don...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,013
Posted By ollo_ollo

My ideal size is 53-54cm. This Expedition Touring...

My ideal size is 53-54cm. This Expedition Touring is a 51. Longer Stem and seat post was all it required....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,584
Posted By ollo_ollo

My 1969 PX10 ...

My 1969 PX10
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1969 PX10
Its Phil hubs are worth more than the purchase price...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 10,974
Posted By ollo_ollo

".yes my bike shop is a closet and yes my wife...

".yes my bike shop is a closet and yes my wife was okay with it and no...i dont know why she didnt call a lawyer"

Your wife is a gem for allowing bicycles inside, plus gave you workspace. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,773
Posted By ollo_ollo

Looks like a Super to me also, I see Colnago...

Looks like a Super to me also, I see Colnago embossed on seat stays which I think started in 1981. 1982 was year they began the white panel decals covering so much of its beautiful paint, so 82 or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

Some of that is due to looking down camera angle...

Some of that is due to looking down camera angle + wide angle lens distortion from closeup shot...Bar corve on non-drive side is closer to real life, it's a criterium bar, not the original French. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

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Motobecane Grand Jubile
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

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Vitus 979/Peugeot
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

Variegated PKN10 Competition in the wild ...

Variegated PKN10 Competition in the wild
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Seldom Seen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

Follis Clunker ...

Follis Clunker
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

Grand Jubile Mixte

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

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1973 Gitane with fenders
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

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PX10 Detail Post 2019 Cino Montana Ride
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

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PX10 detail...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 3,920
Views: 1,193,838
Posted By ollo_ollo

PX10, Stella, a Gitane Super Grand Sport given to...

PX10, Stella, a Gitane Super Grand Sport given to my Grandaughter, + another setup of same PX10...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1,885
Views: 273,715
Posted By ollo_ollo

It was a great neighborhood to raise a family. ...

It was a great neighborhood to raise a family. The large, older homes(ours was built in 1903 and pre-dated much of the neighborhood), were very affordable and livable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,132
Posted By ollo_ollo

Congrats on a great bike. Hope to see her up...

Congrats on a great bike. Hope to see her up close one day. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By ollo_ollo

My Arizona finds been preserved from rust but...

My Arizona finds been preserved from rust but grease & leather unreal. Just overhauled an 81 Colnago Super after 30+ years in a Tempe garage. Hub grease so dried, had to use lacquer thinner to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 1,885
Views: 273,715
Posted By ollo_ollo

Springtime in Seattle! Thanks for the memories. ...

Springtime in Seattle! Thanks for the memories. Lived on 51st SW near top of Jacobson hill in 60's/70's. Returning to the NW in mid-April.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,706
Posted By ollo_ollo

Boo!

Boo!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By ollo_ollo

Looking forward to pics of OP's Grand Jubile when...

Looking forward to pics of OP's Grand Jubile when its overhauled, all clean & shiny! Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By ollo_ollo

The Vitus GJ has remnants of a vitus decal on...

The Vitus GJ has remnants of a vitus decal on seat tube, plus vitus decals on both fork blades. Bought as bare frame with headset + bottom bracket + 3 clamps on TT. Seller said was a 79, but others...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By ollo_ollo

My red Jubile' is still a favorite ride. Has a...

My red Jubile' is still a favorite ride. Has a round badge (missing all paint), Vitus tubing with SunTour dropouts, Shimano 600 build. few pics from 20 years ago:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-17-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,233
Posted By ollo_ollo

Agree on the price, but I wouldn't want a bike...

Agree on the price, but I wouldn't want a bike with that wheelset unless it included a 2nd set of road wheels. My first, and only, aero wheels were Sirocco 20's. I tried them on my Bianchi Trofeo,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 709
Posted By ollo_ollo

That's quite a collection, glad it's in good...

That's quite a collection, glad it's in good hands. Do you have enough space? Or is an addition or remodel coming? Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 513
Views: 99,131
Posted By ollo_ollo

Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni" "There are a...

Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni"
"There are a few transfer stations in the Portland area. Which one has the bike bin?"

little help: Transfer station is South of Hwy 22, SE of Gaffin rd exits/on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,490
Posted By ollo_ollo

After downsizing, I settled in South Salem, OR. ...

After downsizing, I settled in South Salem, OR. We Winter in Pensacola, FL/Summer in Oregon May thru Sept., hoped to do the "Monster Cookie" but its April 28th this year! Will lobby for an earlier...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,811
Posted By ollo_ollo

There are some very good, reasonably priced ($30)...

There are some very good, reasonably priced ($30) reflective jackets and vests available. I have one by BTR that I like. Really lights up according to my neighbors. Don
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 911
Posted By ollo_ollo

I like these Clement Strada LGG 32's on my 73...

I like these Clement Strada LGG 32's on my 73 Atala. Got them on the Bay. See them from time to time. Great for Cino if ever ride it again. Don...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By ollo_ollo

From 0:00 to 0:07, fellow in center of trio is...

From 0:00 to 0:07, fellow in center of trio is Louison Bobet
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,084
Posted By ollo_ollo

Rob mentioned a burgundy Colnago: Illustrative...

Rob mentioned a burgundy Colnago:
Illustrative pic of my new new project, just arrived yesterday. Immediately removed that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 9,579
Posted By ollo_ollo

Been enjoying this "Suspects" tour from far off...

Been enjoying this "Suspects" tour from far off Pensacola, where we had a much colder Winter than past years. Still see a few good high 70's/low 80's cycling days, but too far apart. Wish I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,084
Posted By ollo_ollo

Zeus, mine in silver and an older one in green,...

Zeus, mine in silver and an older one in green, gifted to my son.
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1980 Zeus...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,084
Posted By ollo_ollo

I like my yellow Masi ...

I like my yellow Masi
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1984 Gran Criterium
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 85,187
Posted By ollo_ollo

Old pic of my pink Titan ...

Old pic of my pink Titan
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