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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,157
Posted By beicster

My experience with my 85 probably does not apply...

My experience with my 85 probably does not apply to the 83 SP. There were several changes between those years. There are a few threads here that might be worth pursuing.

This thread has a post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,157
Posted By beicster

Do you know the year? My 85 Voyageur fit 700c on...

Do you know the year? My 85 Voyageur fit 700c on the fork with the original calipers. On the back, I used a set of Dia Compe 986’s to get it down to 700c at first. Eventually, I had a machinist...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,896
Posted By beicster

I can get 700x38c paselas on my 85 with fenders

I can get 700x38c paselas on my 85 with fenders
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1,191
Views: 417,091
Posted By beicster

You are correct. I missed them.

You are correct. I missed them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 1,191
Views: 417,091
Posted By beicster

No quick release to open the caliper arms wider.

No quick release to open the caliper arms wider.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-01-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 990
Posted By beicster

I'd love to find one of these in that color in...

I'd love to find one of these in that color in the 25.5" size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 04:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 624
Posted By beicster

I have the same set up on my KOM.

I have the same set up on my KOM.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,877
Posted By beicster

I am not desperate to move it yet. If that time...

I am not desperate to move it yet. If that time comes, I will lower the price. I am also contemplating donating it to the coop. It is a nice bike that would be great for someone and the coop may...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,877
Posted By beicster

I’m trying to join the N-1 club but nobody seems...

I’m trying to join the N-1 club but nobody seems to be buying bikes around here. I have had my Schwinn Voyageur listed on Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist for a few weeks. I haven’t even gotten an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 906
Posted By beicster

Have you had a chance to check the 620 rubbing...

Have you had a chance to check the 620 rubbing situation?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,400
Posted By beicster

Can you get pictures of the tubing stickers? They...

Can you get pictures of the tubing stickers? They do not look familiar to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,055
Posted By beicster

I am always amazed at the knowledge around here...

I am always amazed at the knowledge around here and the willingness to share it. What a great group of folks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,683
Posted By beicster

Is that the tall Acorn bag?

Is that the tall Acorn bag?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,090
Posted By beicster

I am looking forward to seeing this one built up.

I am looking forward to seeing this one built up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,501
Posted By beicster

I have no idea what the new owners will do but...

I have no idea what the new owners will do but previously it was entirely open to the customer's wishes. They had a standard offering for each model in terms of geometry, but you could tweak it if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,082
Posted By beicster

Perhaps a reference to the frame being gas pipe?

Perhaps a reference to the frame being gas pipe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 05:30 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 24,914
Posted By beicster

My 531ST 1991 Mercian King of Mercia. ...

My 531ST 1991 Mercian King of Mercia.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6679_82a0bee2d307846c76ac5ddc62ba9c5782f162c8.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 43,739
Posted By beicster

Not good news. Mercian has stopped production...

Not good news. Mercian has stopped production and is in liquidation.
https://road.cc/content/news/mercian-cycles-stops-trading-and-enters-liquidation-308501
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,013
Posted By beicster

I prefer 25.5” or 26” frames. Unfortunately,...

I prefer 25.5” or 26” frames. Unfortunately, Raleigh did not make the International in that size. This is a 24.5”. Not terribly small. I just prefer the look of less seat post and stem. It rides...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 70,268
Posted By beicster

My Raleigh International. I have replaced the...

My Raleigh International. I have replaced the white cable housing with black since this picture was taken and put Suntour barend shifters in it. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 70,268
Posted By beicster

My 91 Mercian King of Mercia. I took the bottom...

My 91 Mercian King of Mercia. I took the bottom picture when I was checking on 650b tire clearance in case I ever want to have the brake bosses moved. It takes 700x35’s with fenders. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,877
Posted By beicster

I did not notice this thread until yesterday...

I did not notice this thread until yesterday after I posted the "This bike is just easier to pedal?" thread. I originally took out my Raleigh International because I have decided to thin the herd...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,044
Posted By beicster

This bike is just easier to pedal?

Do you have a bike (or bikes) that seems easier to pedal than others? I am not talking about faster. I have never been fast and I never tried to be fast (in fact, when I say I am slow, that is what I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-23, 12:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,454
Posted By beicster

It isn’t vintage or classic but I got this a bit...

It isn’t vintage or classic but I got this a bit early this year since it was on sale right after Thanksgiving. Between work, weather and Christmas travel I don’t have many miles on it. I also...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 08:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,499
Posted By beicster

That is some fine tone and picking.

That is some fine tone and picking.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,499
Posted By beicster

Happy Holidays to all of you! I consider this my...

Happy Holidays to all of you! I consider this my "home" site on the internet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 966
Posted By beicster

I was way too broke to afford one, but I lusted...

I was way too broke to afford one, but I lusted hard after one of those forks back in the 90's.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-25-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By beicster

Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-25-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By beicster

2 Cardiff B17 clones. $70 shipped CONUS

I don’t need these anymore after selling a couple of bikes. The price is for both. The leather is thicker than B-17’s and they are not built as nicely. One black. One Honey.

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-21-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By beicster

Sold.

Sold.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,883
Posted By beicster

I bought a set of those for my Voyageur. They...

I bought a set of those for my Voyageur. They fit on 700cX38. I wouldn't want to try them on a wider tire, though.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-20-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By beicster

Pending.

Pending.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-20-23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By beicster

Brooks Cambium C-17 $60 shipped CONUS

I bought this and rode it less than 100 miles. I was hoping it would feel like a waterproof B-17. It did not work out that way for me.

$60 shipped in US.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-15-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 865
Posted By beicster

Sold off site.

Sold off site.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-25-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 768
Posted By beicster

My 84 Paramount Touring is listed in the...

My 84 Paramount Touring is listed in the classifieds here. 63.5 CM. I am asking $350.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,040
Posted By beicster

I am not sure how good the dropouts will be for a...

I am not sure how good the dropouts will be for a single speed. I have seen a few horizontal drop outs on MTB's of that period and they often have an extra bit of metal between the opening and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 2,822
Views: 1,173,639
Posted By beicster

If you have any updated shots with the copper...

If you have any updated shots with the copper fenders, I would like to see them.
Forum: Pills and Ills
10-09-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By beicster

My doc and I have a great relationship. We tell...

My doc and I have a great relationship. We tell each other jokes and that kind of thing. He said when he saw it, he thought, "Sh*t, I bet he is going to ask me about this and I have no idea what...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-07-23, 07:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 865
Posted By beicster

Bump and price drop to $350.

Bump and price drop to $350.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,017
Posted By beicster

I sincerely hope you are right and I am wrong.

I sincerely hope you are right and I am wrong.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,040
Posted By beicster

Man, that is nice. I would love to find one of...

Man, that is nice. I would love to find one of those.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-23, 06:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,017
Posted By beicster

He must be logged in or it would not be posting...

He must be logged in or it would not be posting from his account. This feels kinda scammy to me as he is demanding that someone call him.
Forum: Pills and Ills
10-01-23, 06:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By beicster

Cam type hip impingement

The medical lab I use posts the results online and I see them before my doctor appointment. My latest round of X-rays showed a cam type hip impingement. It is largely asymptomatic (X-rays were for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-23-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 952
Posted By beicster

Mercian allows you to pick the geometry. My KOM...

Mercian allows you to pick the geometry. My KOM is definitely a sport tourer. But, you can get it in a more traditional touring geometry. As far as I can tell from obsessing over the Mercian...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 876
Posted By beicster

That is a great color!

That is a great color!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-08-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,289
Posted By beicster

I used a set of these to convert my Schwinn...

I used a set of these to convert my Schwinn Voyageur to 700c. They worked great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 630
Views: 205,848
Posted By beicster

This is my favorite thread. I am happy to...

This is my favorite thread. I am happy to contribute to it. Fortunately, the cantilever brake issue was laid to rest earlier so I can add my Mercian to it. It is a King of the Mountain model with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 1,494
Views: 524,862
Posted By beicster

Wow!That is beautiful. Tell us more about it.

Wow!That is beautiful. Tell us more about it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-28-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 865
Posted By beicster

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-28-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 865
Posted By beicster

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6826_5506d7732608141e33cbf693d244119b1a8ea5c8.jpeg...
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