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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 03:02 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 6,223
Posted By BMC_Kid

Best of luck! ...

Best of luck!

https://youtu.be/jLo7tHDHgOc?si=TvmxNNX2AbTBav5n
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 01:21 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

From the below video: "It doesn't matter what era...

From the below video: "It doesn't matter what era your bike comes from, riding hard is still riding hard".

I share these feelings too. Despite the challenges, I value the tough rides that come...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 6,223
Posted By BMC_Kid

I see what you did there. :lol:

I see what you did there. :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By BMC_Kid

Here are the catalog photos that will be...

Here are the catalog photos that will be replaced.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x360/david_tesch_team_allez_23_68fc4a23e5a4cadd5bf92a31d8b2c06d9e423674.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By BMC_Kid

Here are the rest of the photos. ...

Here are the rest of the photos.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/360x480/david_tesch_team_allez_12_49d17de7906e890f8d157743fd7af8cfed485274.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By BMC_Kid

1987 Specialized Team Allez - David Tesch Built

My brother, who resides in Golden, discovered the '87 Tesch-Built Specialized Team Allez, S/N 064 in nearly new condition with its original owner in Boulder. He facilitated our transaction, and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

Classic and modern, best of both worlds and...

Classic and modern, best of both worlds and brilliantly executed. I see you are using a derailleur extender. Is that also a mid-cage derailleur? What’s the large cassette tooth count?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 8,341
Views: 3,134,687
Posted By BMC_Kid

Thanks, the Tesch with the True Temper S-22...

Thanks, the Tesch with the True Temper S-22 tubing is a very different ride than any of my other vintage steel bikes, the rest of which are some type of Columbus standard sized tubing. The S-22...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

I don't know how I missed seeing your Somec, what...

I don't know how I missed seeing your Somec, what an awesome paint job! That paint scheme captures an interstellar ballet, where stars and nebulae dance in the grand cosmic arena. Far out!

Your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

I came across this video a while back and thought...

I came across this video a while back and thought it relevant to this discussion regarding original versus modified bikes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHaz8iPCJOY
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

They are both correctly set up.

They are both correctly set up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

Here’s one of my bikes that I will never...

Here’s one of my bikes that I will never modernize. My mint 1987 Specialized Team Allez built by Dave Tesch. It not a terribly valuable bike but it is all original when I bought it. The only thing I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

Ive commented on your Stella before, absolutely...

Ive commented on your Stella before, absolutely gorgeous. Love everything about it. Your Pinarello likewise is another amazing build. I built up my Pinarello that was originally 7-speed Dura-Ace,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 457
Posted By BMC_Kid

Saronni red has changed slightly over the years...

Saronni red has changed slightly over the years but generally it’s a deep bright red candy sprayed over a silver base. I just had my Picchio repainted and it’s very close to this, maybe a little...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 457
Posted By BMC_Kid

Needs a repaint. Saronni Red would be my choice.

Needs a repaint. Saronni Red would be my choice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

Personal preferences aside, the idea that modern...

Personal preferences aside, the idea that modern components diminish the vintage quality of a frame is baffling to me. The frame’s inherent character stays intact, regardless of the added components,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 11:53 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

I love your De Rosa, gorgeous bike. I am thinking...

I love your De Rosa, gorgeous bike. I am thinking of adding one more bike to my stable either this year or next and a De Rosa is on my short list.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 8,341
Views: 3,134,687
Posted By BMC_Kid

Thanks! I can be having the roughest day but it...

Thanks! I can be having the roughest day but it puts a smile on my face every time I swing a log over it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 8,341
Views: 3,134,687
Posted By BMC_Kid

Very nice! Everyone has different preferences for...

Very nice! Everyone has different preferences for what they consider aesthetically pleasing. Some even view modern groupsets on vintage frames as sacrilegious. Personally, I’m not that extreme and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,171
Posted By BMC_Kid

While downtube shifters aren’t my preference...

While downtube shifters aren’t my preference these days, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia for them. Growing up in the early 80s, they were all I knew until brake lever shifters...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-12-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 786
Posted By BMC_Kid

I have an ‘81 Koga-Miyata Full Pro identical to...

I have an ‘81 Koga-Miyata Full Pro identical to the OPs. That frame is identical to my ‘82 Team-Miyata frame. It differs from my ‘81 Team-Miyata only in the shifter mount being the top of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 274
Posted By BMC_Kid

I worked all over Poland in 2019-2021, and again...

I worked all over Poland in 2019-2021, and again last year. I absolutely loved living and riding in Poland. Took my Ritchey Breakaway on many adventures.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 04:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

I came across this information: 1984 Picchio...

I came across this information:

1984 Picchio Special (https://johnkatsaras.com/album/5ed98028e2834c0017d0ecfd)

Bought this Picchio Special on March 25, 2013. Angelo Picchio built framesets for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

Ha! It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!

Ha! It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

My search for comprehensive details on Picchio...

My search for comprehensive details on Picchio bicycles has been intriguing yet challenging. The available information largely covers the brand’s prominence during its prime years, but specifics on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 752
Posted By BMC_Kid

Living the dream… :thumb:

Living the dream… :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 03:10 AM
Replies: 8,341
Views: 3,134,687
Posted By BMC_Kid

My latest retro-roadie project is a classic early...

My latest retro-roadie project is a classic early '80s Picchio Special (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1290541-picchio-special.html). In keeping with my passion for retro-modern builds,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,307
Posted By BMC_Kid

Very nice! I've only seen photos online of the...

Very nice! I've only seen photos online of the all-black Team Machines. Not that any first-gen Team Machine is typically seen out and about these days but the all-black versions are rarely seen. I've...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
04-30-24, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By BMC_Kid

Oh, it works. Most 9-11 speed hubs it is a...

Oh, it works. Most 9-11 speed hubs it is a straight install. Only on the Record Titanium hubs do you need to make sure that you use the specific 26.0mm lock ring for those hubs.
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
04-29-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By BMC_Kid

Just wanted to follow and confirm that 12-speed...

Just wanted to follow and confirm that 12-speed cassettes will work with 9-speed hubs generally. I say generally because I had a set of 9-speed Record Titanium hubs and while the 12-speed cassette...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,307
Posted By BMC_Kid

I think these early BMCs with the “Skeleton...

I think these early BMCs with the “Skeleton Crosslock Concept” aluminum lugs are really cool and unique looking. They definitely don’t look like any of their contemporary CF bikes and I absolutely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,307
Posted By BMC_Kid

Hey, it’s your life, do what you want. It’s a big...

Hey, it’s your life, do what you want. It’s a big enough risk to just get out on the road most days. My family trusts that I don’t take any unnecessary risk beyond that.


Again, no way would I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 01:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,307
Posted By BMC_Kid

No way would I ever think of riding that.

No way would I ever think of riding that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,307
Posted By BMC_Kid

I love all my vintage steel and titanium but when...

I love all my vintage steel and titanium but when I want a fast ride, I grab my 2004 BMC SLT01 Team Machine. My daily rider to work and around the city is a 2008 BMC CX01 Cross Machine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

Took the Picchio out for a back to back ride...

Took the Picchio out for a back to back ride against my Zullo SLX bike. Ended up swapping out the wheel set, with the Picchio getting the Record Titanium hubbed wheel set and 28mm Continental GP...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-22-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 398
Posted By BMC_Kid

. 🤣

. 🤣
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,082
Posted By BMC_Kid

Another superb build! Love the colors of the...

Another superb build! Love the colors of the frame, set off with the gorgeous chromed lug work. What a beautiful frame to hang those wonderful Campy components. Enjoy it and ride in good health!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

All done! Here’s the build specs: 11-speed...

All done! Here’s the build specs:
11-speed Super Record controllers and rear derailleur
11-speed Athena crankset and front derailleur
10-speed Athena brake set
Super Record fluted seatpost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

Finished wrapping the handlebars, installed the...

Finished wrapping the handlebars, installed the headset, BB cups and crankset this morning.

This is a first for me, tan handlebar wrap as all my other bikes have either black or white. Going for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 659
Posted By BMC_Kid

I think I’d go crazy watching these cyclists...

I think I’d go crazy watching these cyclists going around and around, beer would definitely make it easier. I do know that my wife’s cat would love it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,517
Posted By BMC_Kid

I like this, you’ve inspired me to identify and...

I like this, you’ve inspired me to identify and inventory all my parts. Putting this on my to-do list for this weekend!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,517
Posted By BMC_Kid

I like these, going to see about getting a few...

I like these, going to see about getting a few for my small parts. For my large parts, I just use cheap plastic containers I bought from Lowe’s.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 8,341
Views: 3,134,687
Posted By BMC_Kid

Interesting but are you planning to modernize...

Interesting but are you planning to modernize with STI or Ergo shifters?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

Well, I got the frame today and it is...

Well, I got the frame today and it is spectacular. I will need to get some photos of it tomorrow in the sunlight.

I bought this frame off eBay and the photos and description were pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,607
Posted By BMC_Kid

It’s official… ...

It’s official…

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:49 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,607
Posted By BMC_Kid

Exactly. This post started out questioning the...

Exactly. This post started out questioning the reasoning for lack of desire for the higher end Japanese bikes from the 70s and 80s and it is generally not “Because of ****ed up attitudes”. It had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,607
Posted By BMC_Kid

. :roflmao:

. :roflmao:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,607
Posted By BMC_Kid

No, it had very little to do with attitudes and...

No, it had very little to do with attitudes and more like history. European and American builders had many years and even generations of frame-building under their belt at the highest level of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 02:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By BMC_Kid

Beautiful bike, gorgeous car, and yes, it is a...

Beautiful bike, gorgeous car, and yes, it is a multi-stage paint, basically a candy paint. My painter assured me that he could replicate this stunning finish, so it will be interesting to see how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 12:43 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,607
Posted By BMC_Kid

Same here, that bright blue especially is...

Same here, that bright blue especially is striking. I bet they were easily picked out in the pelotons in Europe back in the day.
...
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