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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-18-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 363
Posted By bikemig

Both are very square deals. GLWS

Both are very square deals. GLWS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 240
Posted By bikemig

Cut the toe straps down so it doesn't flop...

Cut the toe straps down so it doesn't flop around; that's what the cool kids did back in the day but then who wants to cut a binda strap, right?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,917
Posted By bikemig

Looking forward to seeing the pictures. I'm sorry...

Looking forward to seeing the pictures. I'm sorry I missed the event. SW WI is a beautiful area and a real challenge for bike riding. Hope to make it up there next year.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 156
Posted By bikemig

You might want to look at this first,...

You might want to look at this first, https://www.sheldonbrown.com/26.html

Which sort of 26 inch wheel do you need?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 05:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,529
Posted By bikemig

Why can't we just have a normal thread dumping on...

Why can't we just have a normal thread dumping on Grant Peterson because, you know, he's Grant Peterson.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By bikemig

Easy to change the gearing for a lot less than a...

Easy to change the gearing for a lot less than a new bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,869
Posted By bikemig

I've used both clipless and flat pedals...

I've used both clipless and flat pedals extensively. I'm indifferent as to the choice but then I don't race anymore. One place where flat pedals shine, IMO, is commuting. You can use any shoe you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,257
Posted By bikemig

For a 100 mile ride, I’d want to run a 28c tire;...

For a 100 mile ride, I’d want to run a 28c tire; everything else is negotiable and tweakable depending on fitness and terrain.
Forum: Introductions
09-10-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 179
Posted By bikemig

Welcome. You should post pics of your Trek Elance...

Welcome. You should post pics of your Trek Elance in the C & V forum. There's lots of love there for vintage Treks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,892
Posted By bikemig

I appreciate you posting this. Mike will be...

I appreciate you posting this. Mike will be sorely missed. I appreciated his sense of humor as well as his good taste in bikes. His posts were always worth reading.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 14,564
Posted By bikemig

The tires came in and I installed them yesterday...

The tires came in and I installed them yesterday along with the Ortlieb backroller bags. I like the Schwalbe green Marathon tires for commuting duty.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By bikemig

This, buy a good tire.

This, buy a good tire.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,257
Posted By bikemig

We have little info about the bikes (condition,...

We have little info about the bikes (condition, equipment, condition, etc.). I'd focus on whether either of the bikes has the gearing you want and the tire volume that either bike can handle. Those 2...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 585
Posted By bikemig

That is what the OP wrote but there might be...

That is what the OP wrote but there might be reasons other than speed to like a drop bar bike for commuting. I like how they handle in traffic; YMMV.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-08-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 268
Posted By bikemig

Do you want just rims or are you open to...

Do you want just rims or are you open to wheelsets?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 8,570
Views: 1,140,454
Posted By bikemig

1979 Motobecane Grand Jubilee

I picked up what I believe to be a 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubilee with a stuck stem (and crunchy hubs) last week. I have the bike outside in the yard and I'm seeing if PB blaster gets that stem loose....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8,570
Views: 1,140,454
Posted By bikemig

That's a good looking bike. I'm with you. If I...

That's a good looking bike. I'm with you. If I were to do Cino, I'd be sorely tempted to take a bike with fatter than 35c tires even if that's what all the cool kids ride.
Forum: Commuting
09-07-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 585
Posted By bikemig

I have a MTB for commuting (a late 80s...

I have a MTB for commuting (a late 80s Specialized Stumpjumper Comp) and a 1981 Fuji S12S LTD. The Stumpy has fenders so I use it on bad weather days but I do like the Fuji better when the weather is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 630
Views: 205,877
Posted By bikemig

Early 70s Fuji Finest. It was marketed as a...

Early 70s Fuji Finest. It was marketed as a racing bike back in the day and came with tubulars, a suntour rear derailleur (a suntour v) that can't handle more than a 14-24 freewheel, and 144 bcd...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 22,519
Views: 3,587,056
Posted By bikemig

36 miles, 1200 ft of climbing. It was a beautiful...

36 miles, 1200 ft of climbing. It was a beautiful day. I started the ride with leg warmers and a very light windbreaker but I took them off once I warmed up. The temps ran from the high 50s to high...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 41,088
Posted By bikemig

I picked up a yellow Reynolds 531 Libertas a...

I picked up a yellow Reynolds 531 Libertas a while back fully intending to rehab it and build it up. It's been sitting in the basement for the past few years. I just moved the bike to my workshop as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 14,564
Posted By bikemig

I picked up my 1981 Fuji S12S LTD for $60 with an...

I picked up my 1981 Fuji S12S LTD for $60 with an eye towards using it as a commuter. Here is a pic of the bike in commuter mode. It's been getting good use and I'll easily hit north of a 100 miles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 487
Posted By bikemig

That's beautiful. If that bike is too new for...

That's beautiful. If that bike is too new for you, I'm sure someone on BF will be happy to give it a new home. I know I think 70s era bikes are kind of old and cool . . .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 04:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 511
Posted By bikemig

Yeah they're good and strong. I'm using a set on...

Yeah they're good and strong. I'm using a set on my commuter bike and they're holding up fine. I'm running 32c tires but I've run these rims with 35c as well.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-24, 04:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 888
Posted By bikemig

That’s my understanding as well.

That’s my understanding as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 888
Posted By bikemig

+ 1.

+ 1.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 525
Posted By bikemig

You should post some pics of your frame. Have you...

You should post some pics of your frame. Have you mocked up the bike to figure out how large of a tire it can take? It likely will max out at 35c and it might work best in terms of clearance with 32c...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,250
Posted By bikemig

It is a beautiful bike and a superb job of...

It is a beautiful bike and a superb job of restoration.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 956
Posted By bikemig

The BB on my 70s Raleigh Gran Sport is under 68...

The BB on my 70s Raleigh Gran Sport is under 68 mm as well and I installed a bottom bracket spacer.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 644
Posted By bikemig

I'd never heard of it before either and it is a...

I'd never heard of it before either and it is a good looking bike. I'm always grateful when bikes like this in my size no less do not pop up close to me . . .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,838
Posted By bikemig

Also you are replying to a thread that is from...

Also you are replying to a thread that is from 2017 so the other posters may not respond to you. As a newbie, you will not be allowed to post pics until you have 10 posts (it's an anti-spam measure)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,838
Posted By bikemig

You should start your own thread on this bike. We...

You should start your own thread on this bike. We don't have too many threads on Libertas bikes as they were (and are) pretty rare. Lightweight cycles had a location in New Orleans as well, right? I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 343
Posted By bikemig

The Gitane branded tool kit is much cooler so...

The Gitane branded tool kit is much cooler so really you need two tool kits. . . .
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By bikemig

That's a heck of a collection of bottom brackets.

That's a heck of a collection of bottom brackets.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,079
Posted By bikemig

Yes they were aftermarket items. This was stuff...

Yes they were aftermarket items. This was stuff you bought to dress up your campy gear to show how cool you were.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,286
Posted By bikemig

That triple is tempting. You can buy the crank...

That triple is tempting. You can buy the crank for not a whole lot more than 3 new chainrings. I need new rings for the triple on my Stumpjumper and this is tempting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 22,519
Views: 3,587,056
Posted By bikemig

28 miles today and 20 yesterday on my 70s (I...

28 miles today and 20 yesterday on my 70s (I think it's a '74) Motobecane Grand Record. The 28 mile ride has close to a 1,000 ft of climbing which isn't bad for central Iowa. The calipers, headset,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 948
Posted By bikemig

This is the only acceptable answer on BF.

This is the only acceptable answer on BF.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 569
Posted By bikemig

Lots and lots and lots of pics here ...

Lots and lots and lots of pics here

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/148170-show-us-your-vintage-mountain-bikes.html
Forum: Introductions
08-30-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 439
Posted By bikemig

Welcome. You should spend some time in C&V where...

Welcome. You should spend some time in C&V where we will appreciate your "aging" European bikes. I rode 20 miles on my 1974 Motobecane Grand Record today.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 948
Posted By bikemig

The Fuji America is not really a full on touring...

The Fuji America is not really a full on touring bike but more of a sports touring bike. So maybe you keep that and another touring bike that suits your fancy. I'd lean towards the Schwinn out of the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-29-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 311
Posted By bikemig

I don't know if 27 x 1 and 1/4 will work but it...

I don't know if 27 x 1 and 1/4 will work but it wouldn't surprise me if they did.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-29-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 311
Posted By bikemig

Prices on vintage bikes have gone down but Treks...

Prices on vintage bikes have gone down but Treks (and Canndondales) have held their value. $400-$500 is not a crazy bike for this price. It happens to be my size and if I wanted it, I'd consider...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-29-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By bikemig

I hear you about the drive but a Fuji America is...

I hear you about the drive but a Fuji America is a fine, top end bike and a serious deal at $20.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,838
Posted By bikemig

A big part of the fun of rebuilding an old bike...

A big part of the fun of rebuilding an old bike is figuring out how to make old parts work to do the job. This is a great platform for a restoration and you know what you want to do. You're right...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,918
Posted By bikemig

This is one of my high volume MTBs. I have others...

This is one of my high volume MTBs. I have others that I like as well.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/mb1front_bc138932ab59cb82dd26af8a39ca11b42ca94532.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,918
Posted By bikemig

I think it’s good interesting but the price is...

I think it’s good interesting but the price is high and will need new 650b wheels so likely a pass. I suspect prices on ATBs in Switzerland are higher than in the US though.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-27-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 345
Posted By bikemig

PM on the brakes.

PM on the brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,918
Posted By bikemig

There is an interesting history to the GT...

There is an interesting history to the GT Tachyon. Check to see if it has 700d wheels though. It's the most interesting one of the 3 you posted.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,845
Posted By bikemig

No, this easily qualifies as very relevant and...

No, this easily qualifies as very relevant and neat info about the marque. I loved the story.
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