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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 114
Posted By Trav1s

What model number derailleurs? 3x?

What model number derailleurs? 3x?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 253
Posted By Trav1s

This really would make more sense in the Bicycle...

This really would make more sense in the Bicycle Mechanics or Classic & Vintage secitions.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7,985
Views: 981,247
Posted By Trav1s

Cleaning up this late 90’s Hardrock ...

Cleaning up this late 90’s Hardrock
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5961_7a651585969056d42ec01b0db0bb20e2e4d5147a.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 21,133
Posted By Trav1s

This one may be gone sooner than excepted. I have...

This one may be gone sooner than excepted. I have a shorter coworker looking for a bike and this looks to be a potential fit. Cleanup underway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 253
Posted By Trav1s

This is my 730 Multitrack build - there's lots of...

This is my 730 Multitrack build - there's lots of reading to consider ---> Curbie: The Trek 730 Multitrack Curb find...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,101
Posted By Trav1s

What about a Jamis Renegade? With Al, CroMo, and...

What about a Jamis Renegade? With Al, CroMo, and CF options it covers many bases and options.

https://www.jamisbikes.com/renegade/

I love the idea of a Ti frame, that's serious $$ and a big...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-29-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 954
Posted By Trav1s

Wise advice if the OP has mechanical skills. If...

Wise advice if the OP has mechanical skills. If you go that direction, the 730/750 have full CroMo frames and are pretty common. I built up a curb find 730 that's in the Multitrack thread and it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 7,985
Views: 981,247
Posted By Trav1s

Nothing exciting but still some wrenching this...

Nothing exciting but still some wrenching this afternoon. First task- swapped saddles on the Trek 800 I'm selling for a friend and put the saddle from the 800 on his 2014 CAADX.

Installed Shimano...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 606
Posted By Trav1s

Do with this as you please... Re: Flatbar...

Do with this as you please...

Re: Flatbar Conversion
The flatbar shifter options for 105 2x11/GRX 2x11 are limited. I have both Shimano RS700 and the Microshift Centos 11 on bikes right now. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 21,133
Posted By Trav1s

I couldn’t resist this one. Probably for my...

I couldn’t resist this one. Probably for my daughter or one of her friends. XS with 26” wheels. 😌 ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 606
Posted By Trav1s

If this is this bike in question:...

If this is this bike in question: https://99spokes.com/bikes/raleigh/2017/revere-3

Couple thoughts...
1. Swap to a shorter stem - 10-20mm made a significant difference for me without impacting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 598
Posted By Trav1s

Are you sure on the year? I was looking for...

Are you sure on the year? I was looking for original bike specs in the Specialized archive for 2021 and it does not show a 3.0 for 2021.

As for a new chain slipping, I'm wondering if it is more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 21,133
Posted By Trav1s

My friend got it new in 1996 after graduating...

My friend got it new in 1996 after graduating from college and has taken care of it. I gave it a good detail and polished the rims before pics. It's definitely sharp.

I found the 2300 and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-24, 04:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 289
Posted By Trav1s

Welcome! You been given great bike. The...

Welcome! You been given great bike. The Multitacks are versatile bikes with the 730/750 being a full CroMo frame. I just rebuild a 730 I found at the curb and while being a bit small, it has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,140
Posted By Trav1s

Just like cars and trucks, tires can make all the...

Just like cars and trucks, tires can make all the difference. Tires get hard, loud, and slippery as they age in spite of ample tread. A tire swap involves minimal cash outlay and time. I like the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 21,133
Posted By Trav1s

Does selling a bike for a friend count as an N +1...

Does selling a bike for a friend count as an N +1 event? Does trying out a bike without committing to purchase also count as an N +1 event?

If so, I'm going in the wrong direction...

I cleaned...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,329
Posted By Trav1s

Mondays are WFH for me and I could not resist the...

Mondays are WFH for me and I could not resist the the beautiful weather here in central Ohio. Curbie was the bike of choice since the Quick 1 is down at the moment. Strava says I covered just shy of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 22,990
Posted By Trav1s

Grabbed some miles today with a coworker and...

Grabbed some miles today with a coworker and explored a new section of Columbus bike trails. I love the Marathon Racers - easy rolling, grippy, and much lighter than the old tires. ...
Forum: Touring
05-18-24, 04:30 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,066
Posted By Trav1s

Advertisement arrived here two days ago and I...

Advertisement arrived here two days ago and I have an online account.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-24, 03:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By Trav1s

I have Microshift Centos 11 shifters on my 730...

I have Microshift Centos 11 shifters on my 730 Multitrack and I am happy with performance for the price. Not quite as nice as the Shimano equiv. but half the cost and 95% of the functionality.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 22,990
Posted By Trav1s

Wow... it's been a while. Nothing much new here...

Wow... it's been a while. Nothing much new here other than I've built up couple bikes because I enjoy the work. Multiple attempts to hit the trail have been thwarted by major rain storms during...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8,837
Views: 1,153,666
Posted By Trav1s

XTR 950 Brakes for the Sworks M2 since I stole...

XTR 950 Brakes for the Sworks M2 since I stole the ones on it for the mystery Cannondale build. I made a $15 less offer and the seller accepted. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 171
Posted By Trav1s

My reading says the respective GRX FD is needed...

My reading says the respective GRX FD is needed as the GRX crank moves the rings 2.5mm outboard to aid with tire clearance. I don't know if there is enough adjustment in the 105 piece to make it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 171
Posted By Trav1s

You can stick with the 105 and replace the crank...

You can stick with the 105 and replace the crank rings. As for cassette, the 11-34 used in the GRX series is the same as 105. A GRX rear derailleur has a clutch that reduces chain slap but that's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1,107
Views: 391,820
Posted By Trav1s

Which wheelset? Vendor? I’m curious about the...

Which wheelset? Vendor? I’m curious about the 650b way…
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-07-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 757
Posted By Trav1s

Talk to your doctor if you are remembering things...

Talk to your doctor if you are remembering things you would rather forget...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

Do you have link of the items you are...

Do you have link of the items you are considering?

Did a quick search for Altus stuff and looks like it is for vbrakes. Are you planning to upgrade to vbrakes? The shifter brake combo pretty...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 502
Posted By Trav1s

These things stand out to me as I look at the two...

These things stand out to me as I look at the two bikes -
Jamis v/s Surly
drop v/s flat
700c v/s 650b or 700C
GRX v/s Deore or Cues

Ride them both and decide. I'd love to try S2 set...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 21,133
Posted By Trav1s

Wish I was taller or that frame was smaller. Sigh

Wish I was taller or that frame was smaller. Sigh
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

Well I'll be ...

Well I'll be
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/823x573/700_snip_aaa50c4e7742d134080bc31e0ab022b63b7c99c8.png

With the right parts, you can convert the solid axle to a QR to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

I agree. I missed that before. Also, thanks...

I agree. I missed that before.

Also, thanks for the link.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

Brake parts - I'll polish them up for you before...

Brake parts - I'll polish them up for you before they get shipped. Mothers Mag Wheel polish is a great resource to clean up old bike parts. I'll also touch up the scratches on the handles with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

I'm pretty sure you have the same wheelset that...

I'm pretty sure you have the same wheelset that came on my 730 and they are a freehub. Freehub takes a cassette. I missed the HG37 in the manual. The HG-41 I recommended is from the Acera line and is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

I'm back... In the stash I have the...

I'm back...

In the stash I have the following workable items:

Rear derailleurs
Acera 7 speed that I ultrasonic cleaned and lubed the pivots. Not the prettiest but servicable and would be my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 429
Posted By Trav1s

I love me some vintage Cannondales and that one...

I love me some vintage Cannondales and that one ticks a bunch of boxes. Definitely worth time and effort.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

bloomjbikes are you familiar with the restomod...

bloomjbikes are you familiar with the restomod concept from the classic car world?

I see lots of parallels between the classic car world and bike world. There are those who like stock/stock...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

Great suggestion. If bloomjbikes I'll go...

Great suggestion. If bloomjbikes I'll go throught the spare parts I have accumulated to support the cause. I know have brake levers, shifters, and probably have a decent set of vbrakes also add. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/80-img_8388_da69366b663e6666d14bfd4e06e9563adfacbf77.jpeg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

If the bloomjbikes is interested, I have a pair...

If the bloomjbikes is interested, I have a pair of shimano 7speed trigger shifters with indicators that I'd offer to the project for the cost of shipping. Not the prettiest but would work and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

If the the square taper BB and crank were good...

If the the square taper BB and crank were good I'd work to keep them in place. In my case, the crank was shot and FSA Omega on the shelf along with 105 5800 deraiileurs. It works great on the 730 but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

From the other thread in the MTB section. ...

From the other thread in the MTB section.

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new thread in the Classic/Vintage section so that the Multitrack fans see it and more easily chime in. While...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

Another for reference Great resource: ...

Another for reference
Great resource:
https://vintage-trek.com/trek-fisher-klein-lemond.htm

Sales brochure that site:
https://vintage-trek.com/Trek-Fisher-Klein-Lemond/1998trek.pdf
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,171
Posted By Trav1s

From the other thread in the MTB section: ...

From the other thread in the MTB section:



Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find 730 Multitrack and you can see my project here:...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,644
Posted By Trav1s

Ill share stuff over there too.

Ill share stuff over there too.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,644
Posted By Trav1s

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new...

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new thread in the Classic/Vintage section so that the Multitrack fans see it and more easily chime in. While there is some overlap, this is would be better...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,644
Posted By Trav1s

Great resource: ...

Great resource:
https://vintage-trek.com/trek-fisher-klein-lemond.htm

Sales brochure that site:
https://vintage-trek.com/Trek-Fisher-Klein-Lemond/1998trek.pdf
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,329
Posted By Trav1s

Took Curbie out for a ride over the weekend and...

Took Curbie out for a ride over the weekend and the stem change/saddle swap made all the difference. We rode 7 miles exploring the bike paths of Westerville and now I get it - these are really...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,644
Posted By Trav1s

Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find...

Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find 730 Multitrack and you can see my project here: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1287496-trek-730-multitrack-curb-find-operation-wettrek.html...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,644
Posted By Trav1s

Honestly, this would be best posted in...

Honestly, this would be best posted in Vintage/Classic or Mechanical secton. I hope mods split off your post into a new thread.

Are you somewhere other than the USA? From everything I can find,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 839
Posted By Trav1s

Both with the Giant first. I'm all about the...

Both with the Giant first. I'm all about the practicality of early MTBs
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