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Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-03-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,410
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I would take a hard look at the Burley Piccolo. I...

I would take a hard look at the Burley Piccolo. I have used every kid trailing device known to man. It is miles better than the Adams. It attaches to the rear rack like a fifth-wheel trailer, so it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-03-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 825
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Merckx Criterium with DA 7400

I've been out of the C&V market for awhile, so my pricing skill is off. Helping a friend sell his Merckx Criterium with DA 7400. Any pricing thoughts?
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-22, 08:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I want to use a pair of 10 speed DA shifters I...

I want to use a pair of 10 speed DA shifters I have. I have modified a clamp for other SIS shifters in the past to do 10 speed, but would prefer to use the top mount boss if possible.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Thanks. I have one of those problem solvers...

Thanks. I have one of those problem solvers adapters already. I will likely use it if I can't come up with something more elegant.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By icepick_trotsky

This is for a Novara Randonee. I believe it was...

This is for a Novara Randonee. I believe it was made by Nishiki.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-22, 09:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,184
Posted By icepick_trotsky

You can also try alternate cable routing at the...

You can also try alternate cable routing at the rear derailleur to change the pull, or use a device like a Wolftooth Tanpan to change the pull ratio to increase it. This YouTube clip shows it in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-26-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Searching for a needle in a haystack: SIS compatible top/aero mount boss

Searching for a top/aero mount downtube shifter boss that will accept SIS shifters. It does appear that shimano made such a device:
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-15-22, 07:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Great bikes so far, but not quite what I'm...

Great bikes so far, but not quite what I'm looking for.

Catnap , that BStone is spaced at 120mm I'm assuming, right? Have you ever coldset that spacing to 130mm? I've never tried it but it makes...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-12-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By icepick_trotsky

WTB: 53-54cm Sports Tourer extraordinaire

Hi all,

It's been awhile since I've been active on this forum. Hope your rides have been great! I've been riding modern-er frames mostly, but I have the itch for a C&V project. I am looking...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-06-22, 10:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,658
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Are you certain about the size? Looks like a lot...

Are you certain about the size? Looks like a lot of HT for a 54.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-27-21, 11:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,690
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Clarification on the 8/9 question. For its 8...

Clarification on the 8/9 question.

For its 8 speed generation, Dura Ace had a different pull ratio from the other groups -- ultegra, 105, the mountain stuff. That's why you can't use a 7400 rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-21, 10:09 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,795
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I had a 56 before. Need a 54. Thanks!

I had a 56 before. Need a 54. Thanks!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-30-21, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By icepick_trotsky

What would you pay for this Bruce Gordon?

This one is intriguing to me. I'm watching it on eBay. May be hard to value since it has some one-off features. Was probably a custom. Seller is asking $1,000, which seems high to me.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-30-21, 11:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,567
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I bought one of these of a similar vintage but...

I bought one of these of a similar vintage but with a newer group (Ultegra 6600 I think) a couple years ago for $700. That may have been a honey of a deal, not sure.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-26-21, 09:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 251
Posted By icepick_trotsky

WTB: Dura Ace 10 speed downtube shifters

Looking for DA 7800 or 7900 ten speed downtube shifters.

I had a pair of these a couple of years ago and foolishly sold them here. I wish I hadn't!

Will also accept 7700 9 speed if nothing 10...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-21, 09:47 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,795
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Glad to see it getting some miles!

Glad to see it getting some miles!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,795
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Sport Tourer hall of fame

What are your picks for the all time great sport touring frames? I'm (very casually) thinking about a new project in this vein. In the past, I've owned a Trek 600 (great but too big) and a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-17-21, 02:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,766
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Are those 700c wheels?

Are those 700c wheels?
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
07-14-21, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,385
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Yep. The one and only.

Yep. The one and only.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,980
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Shimano front derailleur top pull madness

Hi all. It's been a long while since I posted on this forum, since I haven't been wrenching much. But I have a new project and I have already run into a headscratcher. That's why we do it, right?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-19, 04:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,466
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I will give a shout out to Shimano Altus cantis...

I will give a shout out to Shimano Altus cantis on this front. Currently in production and will cost you all of $10 a wheel. The greatest adjustability in pad clearance of any canti I've used. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-18-19, 03:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,578
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I need your powder coat guy's contact info...

I need your powder coat guy's contact info immediately.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-19-19, 01:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,449
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Can't help you on your search, but I wish you...

Can't help you on your search, but I wish you well. I've got one that'll always be a keeper.

https://i.imgur.com/pgdTu35l.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-09-18, 02:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,570
Posted By icepick_trotsky

These are located in LA and could be yours for a...

These are located in LA and could be yours for a local discount malcala622
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-08-18, 09:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,570
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Shimano 105 5600 triple group -- SOLD

Posting this for a friend.

For sale is a complete 105 ten speed triple groupset. Came with a bike he bought complete, won't be using this drivetrain. Parts are (mostly) black, and the shifters are...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-20-18, 05:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,199
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Bump. Price drop.

Bump. Price drop.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-18-18, 11:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,199
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Edit to include size.

Edit to include size.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-18-18, 08:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,199
Posted By icepick_trotsky

CAAD5 Team Saeco -- 54cm

This is a classic in my book. Posting for a friend. Saeco livery CAAD5 in nice condition, but with some paint flaws. Definitely been ridden. No dents, and all threads in good shape. Size 54.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,350
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Re: modern aluminum, I second that emotion. The...

Re: modern aluminum, I second that emotion. The stuff has really changed for the better.

https://i.imgur.com/6LQ3ot3l.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-18, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,072
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I picked up a pair of these Alhonga calipers on...

I picked up a pair of these Alhonga calipers on eBay a while for a similar conversion. They are a lot like the Tektros (which I've used in the past), but with cheaper hardware. They were pretty...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-18-18, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,170
Posted By icepick_trotsky

This may help. I believe this had the same geo...

This may help. I believe this had the same geo as the Agilis.

https://forum.slowtwitch.com/forum/?do=post_attachment;postatt_id=7747
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-18, 08:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,166
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I'd happily take you up on that Merlin if you...

I'd happily take you up on that Merlin if you decide to pass it along. Looks like it could be my size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-18, 03:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,416
Posted By icepick_trotsky

The forum is scattered with numerous canti-fork...

The forum is scattered with numerous canti-fork 27" woes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-18, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,416
Posted By icepick_trotsky

27" to 700c v-brake question

After much hand wringing, I've decided to convert an older touring frame to a flat bar 1x10 grocery bike. Part of the process is going from 27" wheels to 700c.

I know this is a bad idea, but it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-18, 10:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,483
Posted By icepick_trotsky

In my experience, the clearance under a Dura Ace...

In my experience, the clearance under a Dura Ace 74xx series dual pivot is really pretty good. 28s would be no problem, but YMMV for 32s.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-29-18, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,468
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I bought some recently from this eBay seller. ...

I bought some recently from this eBay seller.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-18, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,317
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Bianchi Superset II seat post

I have this Bianchi (well, not this one, but the same frame):

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh252/rlee1612/2008/CL/1993%20Bianchi%20Volpe/21cb2782.jpg

I'm missing a seat post. I know I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-19-18, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,083
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Bumping this as it is back on the market. I know...

Bumping this as it is back on the market. I know he wants to move it along, so hit me up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-18, 04:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,838
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Paceline for modern stuff. V Salon to a...

Paceline for modern stuff.

V Salon to a lesser extent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-18, 10:05 AM
Replies: 1,806
Views: 240,708
Posted By icepick_trotsky

ISO: an 80mm quill stem with a 26.0 clamp. ...

ISO: an 80mm quill stem with a 26.0 clamp. Nothing fancy, the cheaper the better as long as it hold the bars.

I have plenty of other stems around, as well as other parts you may need.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-02-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,040
Posted By icepick_trotsky

What's the clamp diameter on that SR stem?

What's the clamp diameter on that SR stem?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-17, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,537
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Are current Shimano 3 speed shifters compatible...

Are current Shimano 3 speed shifters compatible with the older hubs. Sheldon makes it seem like they've been majorly redesigned, but I don't know whether the pull ratio is the same.

Shimano...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-11-17, 11:06 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,972
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Will that shifter mount accept a cable stop? I'm...

Will that shifter mount accept a cable stop? I'm interested in a flat bar thumbie project.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-04-17, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 723
Posted By icepick_trotsky

Dia Compe just recently started making shifters...

Dia Compe just recently started making shifters with a larger barrel to shift 11s. Kind of pricey, though.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-17, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 793
Posted By icepick_trotsky

I have one marked "Helicomatic" if you want...

I have one marked "Helicomatic" if you want it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-17, 03:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,415
Posted By icepick_trotsky

What's the pit to pit on that Vittoria jersey...

What's the pit to pit on that Vittoria jersey Hank?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-17, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 596
Posted By icepick_trotsky

That's the one.

That's the one.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-29-17, 09:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 466
Posted By icepick_trotsky

PM'd you. Thanks.

PM'd you. Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 02:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,962
Posted By icepick_trotsky

This is not correct. Road wheels up to 11 speed...

This is not correct. Road wheels up to 11 speed are still 130mm. You can easily fit this wheel into 126mm spacing without cold setting.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-28-17, 02:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 596
Posted By icepick_trotsky

WTB: Dura Ace 7410 seatpost

Friend of mine is looking for a seatpost to finish out a Rock Lobster. He's looking for the Easton DA post in 27.2. Good condition, not perfect is ok.
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