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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 82
Posted By Aubergine

By all means go for a triple if you can benefit...

By all means go for a triple if you can benefit from it. I love the Campagnolo Racing Triple cranks and derailleurs, and use them on my touring bike (I keep one in Seattle and another in France.)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,398
Posted By Aubergine

I love me some Campa but if the choice is being...

I love me some Campa but if the choice is being able to use the bike versus putting it on the wall, I'll definitely swap out the parts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 428
Posted By Aubergine

yeah. I tried them but 40 years of muscle memory...

yeah. I tried them but 40 years of muscle memory just did not mesh with them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 428
Posted By Aubergine

Um. The manufacturers did NOT in fact stick to...

Um. The manufacturers did NOT in fact stick to this design. Look at Trek, Spec, Giant, Merida, and try to find dual control levers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 163
Posted By Aubergine

I don't know what versions I have come across but...

I don't know what versions I have come across but while working as a co op mechanic I've certainly discovered many grip shifts to be almost impossible to turn/twist. Even with new cables and housing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 428
Posted By Aubergine

Totally agree. Those levers in the opening post...

Totally agree. Those levers in the opening post were sloppy and loose. The ones made for bike boom Weinmann and DiaCompe center pulls were the sloppy kind. And as alcjphil says, the Mafac dual...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 604
Posted By Aubergine

I had one, almost unused and completely original...

I had one, almost unused and completely original save tires and cabling, for a while. Motobecane (and other French bike boom makers) knew how to make a bike that rode well despite the low end tubing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

Now you have an excuse to swap the wheels for a...

Now you have an excuse to swap the wheels for a set of aluminum ones! Best change you can make to le vieux vélo.

Well done!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 463
Posted By Aubergine

you can get the FMB tires from Rene Herse...

you can get the FMB tires from Rene Herse (https://www.renehersecycles.com). I can't recall where i bought the Veloflex tires; probably ordered them through a local shop.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 463
Posted By Aubergine

Alexthe, what I recommend is a wider tubular, 28...

Alexthe, what I recommend is a wider tubular, 28 mm or more. In my experience silk tubulars that are 28 mm wide offer a lovely ride, I'd still love to find some Clément Campionato del Mondo Setas...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

Nope, that looks right.

Nope, that looks right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 404
Views: 24,452
Posted By Aubergine

Not strictly an N-1, but progress. I was storing...

Not strictly an N-1, but progress. I was storing an old Peugeot for a friend, and he finally come to move it out to his own place. I now have only two bikes left on the floor of my shed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 312
Posted By Aubergine

Let's check it out:...

Let's check it out: https://labibleduvelocataloguesfuji.blogspot.com/p/fuji-1978.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,108
Posted By Aubergine

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike....

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike. :commute:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 614
Posted By Aubergine

One could argue that the design flaw is with the...

One could argue that the design flaw is with the valve. Tightening the valve fully solves the problem.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 295
Posted By Aubergine

I also can recommend Paselas. Good tires make a...

I also can recommend Paselas. Good tires make a big difference to those old Peugeots.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

Lookin' good so far!

Lookin' good so far!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

That VAR tool makes the impossible easy. I was...

That VAR tool makes the impossible easy. I was fortunate to snag one off the bay.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,289
Posted By Aubergine

I am pleased to say that I am (barely) finally...

I am pleased to say that I am (barely) finally mature enough not to be jealous. That was a fabulous find, and your wife is a gem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 339
Posted By Aubergine

I get it now. The arrow misled me! ...

I get it now. The arrow misled me!

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 339
Posted By Aubergine

pic help. Looks to be the axle, not an end cap....

pic help. Looks to be the axle, not an end cap. I'm confused how you can lose an axle?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 352
Posted By Aubergine

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the...

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the sidewalls.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By Aubergine

He meant for the cable ends, I assume,

He meant for the cable ends, I assume,
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 463
Posted By Aubergine

How much do you want to pay?

How much do you want to pay?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 398
Posted By Aubergine

Superb!

Superb!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,398
Posted By Aubergine

As Juvela says, it's pretty simple to sand down a...

As Juvela says, it's pretty simple to sand down a stem from 22.2 to 22.0. I've done that on a few old French bikes.

As for the brake leverage, my experience is that sidepulls of that era are...
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 881
Posted By Aubergine

The B-17 does not fit me, but the Professional...

The B-17 does not fit me, but the Professional does. I need something a smidge narrower than the 17. The Idéale saddle models 39, 80, and 90 also fit me well. I ride with close to 45º lean.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By Aubergine

Hmmm, this I can see. The ferrules do have a...

Hmmm, this I can see. The ferrules do have a tendency to get stuck inside the lever if you need to remove the housing and cable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,855
Posted By Aubergine

Good point, but the OP could simply put bolt-on...

Good point, but the OP could simply put bolt-on cable stops in front of the pod. Not aesthetically marvelous but it would function.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 209
Posted By Aubergine

You never cease to amaze me, Juvela.

You never cease to amaze me, Juvela.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 209
Posted By Aubergine

Like this? Where do you live? Your location will...

Like this? Where do you live? Your location will affect the price you can get for it.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By Aubergine

I have the same question. Besides being...

I have the same question. Besides being unnecessary to crimp the ferrules/housing end caps, would not a crimp risk flattening the housing and binding the cable? (Unless a circular crimper is used, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 23,099
Posted By Aubergine

The gold seat tube decal gives it away. It's a...

The gold seat tube decal gives it away. It's a UJ-10, a "youth bike."
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By Aubergine

yep. Works great.

yep. Works great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,877
Posted By Aubergine

I was glad to help! It's always good to find a...

I was glad to help! It's always good to find a use for old parts that no longer have a place on your own bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,382
Posted By Aubergine

Yep, a Varsity is my pick as well. Particularly...

Yep, a Varsity is my pick as well. Particularly with poorly fettled Allvit and brakes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,091
Posted By Aubergine

Well, it's possible that I sense it as resistance...

Well, it's possible that I sense it as resistance rather than "friction", which to me suggests roughness and stickiness. In any case, the action at the lever is not hard. The brakes apply smoothly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,091
Posted By Aubergine

i do not notice any such friction on my brakes.

i do not notice any such friction on my brakes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,554
Posted By Aubergine

What a shame. Not surprising though.

What a shame. Not surprising though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,616
Posted By Aubergine

it's what we do best.

it's what we do best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 358
Posted By Aubergine

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that...

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,091
Posted By Aubergine

This also is my experience. I use TRP Spyres with...

This also is my experience. I use TRP Spyres with Campagnolo ten speed brifters and compressionless cable housing, and the braking power is excellent. I have never quite accepted, as a result, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 751
Posted By Aubergine

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.
Forum: Introductions
06-08-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 114
Posted By Aubergine

Welcome to the forum. How can we help you expand...

Welcome to the forum. How can we help you expand your cycling world?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,432
Posted By Aubergine

Good thread. I'll chip in with some comments...

Good thread. I'll chip in with some comments about Idéale saddles, which I appreciate for my old French bikes. I have several (probably too many) bikes so I won't break in any particular saddle very...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,449
Posted By Aubergine

Those are great bikes. I'm shocked no one here...

Those are great bikes. I'm shocked no one here has snapped it up at that price.

Come on people, step up!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 398
Posted By Aubergine

I use the Herse Babyshoe Pass tires on my old...

I use the Herse Babyshoe Pass tires on my old Peugeot. They are lovely.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 452
Posted By Aubergine

Well, as I said bikes with those carbolite frames...

Well, as I said bikes with those carbolite frames have a nice ride. I built one to be my vélotaf and rode it everywhere. You can almost surely save that frame, but It's just that the parts are likely...
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