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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-12, 08:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,111
Posted By ridealot100

I have the platforms for commuting and a clipless...

I have the platforms for commuting and a clipless setup already for longer rides. Couldn't survive without them!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-12, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,111
Posted By ridealot100

My new commuter / road bike.

Well I have been tracking parts down like crazy to build this up on the cheap. The shop I work at does Saturday rides and I wanted to participate this year. I also just wanted something nice to ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-12, 07:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 436
Posted By ridealot100

Powdercoating my old Fiori road frame. Questions!

So I plan on having my Fiori powder coated and I am wondering if the baking temperatures with harm the frame at all. The powdercoater said that the temperature for baking it reaches right about 400...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-12, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2,269
Views: 792,525
Posted By ridealot100

Basso Frameset 52cm (tretubi) Rino headset ...

Basso Frameset 52cm (tretubi)
Rino headset
Frame pump + campy head

Looking for something in 54cm.

http://photobucket.com/Bassoframeset...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-12, 08:48 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,821,793
Posted By ridealot100

Looking for, 1 x Campagnolo Nuovo Record...

Looking for,

1 x Campagnolo Nuovo Record crank dust cap
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-12, 09:03 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,821,793
Posted By ridealot100

For Trade: Schwinn Prologue Frameset (56cm)...

For Trade:
Schwinn Prologue Frameset (56cm) Tange Prestige tubing
DA - 7402 Cranks
DA - 7402 Rear Der.
DA - 7402 Front Der.
DA - 4202 Levers
DA - 7402 Calipers
DA - 7 speed Freewheel
DA -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,098
Posted By ridealot100

I would give my left nut for that frame. Or at...

I would give my left nut for that frame. Or at least a ton of bike parts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-12, 09:20 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,800
Posted By ridealot100

I'm in!

I'm in!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-12, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2,269
Views: 792,525
Posted By ridealot100

My 56cm 87 Schwinn Prologue. Tange Prestige...

My 56cm 87 Schwinn Prologue.
Tange Prestige Tubing/lugs
The frame is a little too big. I really need a 53-54cm. It is in excellent shape aside from 2 very tiny dents in the top tube. I can get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-12, 09:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,703
Posted By ridealot100

2 weeks. 2 bikes.. 87 Prologue with...

2 weeks. 2 bikes..

87 Prologue with Dura-Ace
85 Basso with Nuovo record

-_-
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,690
Posted By ridealot100

Such a nice looking bike! The green is something...

Such a nice looking bike! The green is something that I wish I would have most of my bikes in. ha
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-12, 05:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,365
Posted By ridealot100

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/...

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/Basso%20and%20Prologue/DSC07097.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/Basso%20and%20Prologue/DSC07089.jpg

I picked her up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-12, 11:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

The man barely spoke any English and was in his...

The man barely spoke any English and was in his 60s-70s. Ha. He looked and sounded like an authentic Italian.. It would be the most elaborate hoax in IL if he was playing me..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-12, 10:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

I gave him the asking price because he was really...

I gave him the asking price because he was really sad to see it go as it was. Before I left he stared at it for a good 5 minutes.

He was was an older Italian guy that vacationed there often, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 07:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

ha, Sorry man. -_- The guy also thew these...

ha, Sorry man. -_-

The guy also thew these in too which was nice. 2 new Hi-lite 700x20s. 2 Hutchinson Supersprint tubular tires. Modolo lever (one is slightly bent which makes the Superbe levers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

I was actually on craigslist at around 11 last...

I was actually on craigslist at around 11 last night when I spotted the listing. I emailed him and anxiously waited for a reply. Told him I could pick it up the next day (today). Chicago craigslist...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 06:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,129
Posted By ridealot100

My 87 Schwinn Prologue uses a Dura-Ace 7 speed...

My 87 Schwinn Prologue uses a Dura-Ace 7 speed freewheel. The thing weighs like a pound. haha. This is a 7402 kit. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

Thanks! I can't wait to clean the Basso up and...

Thanks! I can't wait to clean the Basso up and see how it looks.
Size wise, I am kind of in the middle for both bike to be honest.. haha. They are nice and comfortable though when I take them out....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,657
Posted By ridealot100

My finished 87 Schwinn Prologue, and my impulse purchase Basso (85-86?)

Well, I finished up my Schwinn Prologue and got to ride it for the first time today and WOW! It rides like a dream. It mostly original parts that came on the bike when I purchased it. The only modern...
Forum: BMX
03-11-12, 12:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,635
Posted By ridealot100

Enjoy ...

Enjoy
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/gtproperformer/DSC07070.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/gtproperformer/DSC07062.jpg
Forum: BMX
03-10-12, 12:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,635
Posted By ridealot100

Here she is tonight after I spent some time and...

Here she is tonight after I spent some time and actually cleaned it up. It has never been ridden and has the original price tag and owners manual. Being stored in the barn caused the tires and rims...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-12, 07:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By ridealot100

I'm excited to be able to show others. I am...

I'm excited to be able to show others. I am currently trying to figure out the safest way to scan these images in. I need to really set aside a time and a safe place to do it so nothing gets damaged....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-12, 12:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By ridealot100

It would take a bit of time, but I am on spring...

It would take a bit of time, but I am on spring break currently, so I plan on carefully scanning it in section by section. I eventually hope it ends up in the hands of an vintage road lover. I know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-12, 12:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By ridealot100

It was a wonderful place. Can't even begin to...

It was a wonderful place. Can't even begin to express how much I appreciated the chance to go. On a side note, I didn't write on the page as you see on the catalog. It is in pencil, and it must have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-12, 12:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By ridealot100

A find that I am sure all of you will really appreciate.

I was digging in a barn with Jhabbs and a book caught my eye..

I got it home and upon further inspection, it is a collection of dealer catalogs that range from the 40s onward.

I am not %100...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-12, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By ridealot100

The public has spoken. The paint stays. :lol:

The public has spoken. The paint stays. :lol:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-12, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By ridealot100

It is definitely a quality frame. It is...

It is definitely a quality frame. It is surprisingly light to for what it is. I am going to do some looking around, but it is looking like I will end up painting it, unless the color ends up growing...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-12, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By ridealot100

If the frame doesn't end up being worth much, I...

If the frame doesn't end up being worth much, I will probably just have it painted. I really enjoy the lines and lug work, so I may consider throwing some over the top 80's colors on it. I picked the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-12, 01:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By ridealot100

1987 Schwinn Prologue Frameset

http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/ridealot100/schwinnprologue/


I am just curious as to how much the frame would go for. It fits well, but I have never been fond of red.

I would love to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-12, 08:48 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,267
Posted By ridealot100

that chrome is nice.. jealous! I wan't to hit...

that chrome is nice.. jealous! I wan't to hit that barn soon and scope out another potential build/parts. ha
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-12, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,907
Posted By ridealot100

Thanks! It's a bit cold near Chicago at the...

Thanks! It's a bit cold near Chicago at the moment, but Friday it's suppose to be in the 60s. Can't wait! Also, would anyone have any information on the Prologue? I am pretty clueless on it so far,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,907
Posted By ridealot100

Thanks guys! I actually am more of a mountain...

Thanks guys! I actually am more of a mountain biker to be honest. I was in between bikes due to tight funds at school, and I am having a steel 29er frame made by a friend. As for hubs, it came with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-12, 08:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,907
Posted By ridealot100

First Post. My 87 Schwinn Prologue.

Well, I work at a bike shop and had someone offer me a Schwinn frame set that would fit me pretty well. So I went and checked it out and it ended up having a full Dura-Ace kit, along with some other...
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