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10-04-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,016
Posted By schundog

Your assumptions about the bike were both...

Your assumptions about the bike were both correct, Steve! It's very comfortable, reliable, and the paint scheme gets a lot of positive comments. The previous owner included the new wheelset, and,...
08-31-23, 07:42 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,016
Posted By schundog

Westerhaut on an Eisentraut; now THERE'S a...

Westerhaut on an Eisentraut; now THERE'S a combination! Steve is an excellent host and ride leader for this event that I have attended since 2018. I plan to be there again, It's one of my favorite...
01-29-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,963
Posted By schundog

I live in Bloomington, 35, miles away, but get...

I live in Bloomington, 35, miles away, but get over to Peoria often to call on customers, including Preckshot Pharmacy which just HAPPENS to be right next to Bushwhacker. I always have to stop in to...
09-18-22, 08:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,770
Posted By schundog

Thanks again for hosting this ride every year,...

Thanks again for hosting this ride every year, Steve. I have really enjoyed it over the last 5 years, with its scenic views along the Illinois River to its challenging (for me!) climbs out of the...
09-16-22, 07:15 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,770
Posted By schundog

[QUOTE=steelbikeguy;22649930]Cool! He uses some...

[QUOTE=steelbikeguy;22649930]Cool! He uses some mountain bike style SPD shoes, so at a minimum, he could do a test ride. I'm 99% certain that he could ride on flat pedals and still leave me in the...
09-16-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,770
Posted By schundog

Nothing like waiting until the last minute to...

Nothing like waiting until the last minute to mention this, Steve, but I will be bringing a tall bike for your friend to try out, and he’s welcome to use it on the ride, at his own risk, of course....
09-01-22, 07:11 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,770
Posted By schundog

[QUOTE=motogeek;22630780] Thanks, but he's...

[QUOTE=motogeek;22630780]

Thanks, but he's my height, around 6'3". While he has enjoyed riding my old steel bike, he's set on getting a modern steed. He may, like me, realize down the road that...
08-30-22, 02:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,770
Posted By schundog

In addition to Julian's impressive collection of...

In addition to Julian's impressive collection of single rider bikes, he and his wife have 5 tandem bikes, because, ya know, choices....lol

Thanks again for hosting this, Steve; I plan to be...
09-26-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,141
Posted By schundog

nothing terribly special; I just answered a FB...

nothing terribly special; I just answered a FB Marketplace ad a guy from Brimfield had posted. He supposedly had intended this bike for himself, put a Brooks Cambium saddle on, new wheels/28...
09-26-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,141
Posted By schundog

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09-22-21, 10:41 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,141
Posted By schundog

Julian and his sweet wife are quite a sight on a...

Julian and his sweet wife are quite a sight on a tandem, which they ride quite often!
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09-22-21, 07:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,141
Posted By schundog

Ironic that Julian, all 6'8" of him, owns a...

Ironic that Julian, all 6'8" of him, owns a Sequoia.....haha.

I'm looking forward to seeing/riding with everyone on Saturday. My friend Ted, who rode with us two years ago is going to be joining...
09-02-21, 09:57 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,141
Posted By schundog

Steve, it was great to see you last Saturday at...

Steve, it was great to see you last Saturday at the "No Baloney" ride in Morton; I am hoping to join you on September 25 for my 4th year in a row; it's a great ride, and you are a great host! I have...
10-08-20, 06:58 AM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,091
Posted By schundog

My 1992 Cannondale T700 I purchased from...

My 1992 Cannondale T700 I purchased from MStategolfer (I think that’s his handle). I love this bike.

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10-04-20, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,091
Posted By schundog

thanks! Mine is a 1997.

thanks! Mine is a 1997.
09-18-20, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,091
Posted By schundog

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09-17-20, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,385
Posted By schundog

Congratulations! I recently found its older...

Congratulations! I recently found its older (1997) R800 brother, and I...
09-14-20, 10:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,538
Posted By schundog

It was good to meet you, Bernie. Come back next...

It was good to meet you, Bernie. Come back next year, it's a really fun ride.

Steve, I wouldn't be opposed to doing it AGAIN this year if you wanted to try a Saturday with your friends. ...
09-13-20, 09:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,538
Posted By schundog

Thanks again for hosting the ride, Steve. This is...

Thanks again for hosting the ride, Steve. This is my third year in a row, and it never gets old! Here are some of my pics.

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09-10-20, 10:21 PM
09-08-20, 08:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,538
Posted By schundog

I am looking forward to this ride again this...

I am looking forward to this ride again this year, Steve. Thanks for putting it on. I just wish I had a sexier steel steed than the same Bianchi I brought last year, but that's what I'm bringing. ...
08-24-20, 08:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,367
Posted By schundog

The next time I go to the ‘zoo for my Heritage...

The next time I go to the ‘zoo for my Heritage Guitar annual get-together, I’m bringing my bike and staying over a day to try this trail. Thanks!
08-09-20, 08:25 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,538
Posted By schundog

I hope this ride can go on, and look forward to...

I hope this ride can go on, and look forward to seeing old friends and new. As I type this, I’m looking at the cool “Vintage Class” poster Robbie gave us all as swag 2 years ago.
08-09-20, 07:20 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

Steve, I have thoroughly enjoyed this ride the...

Steve, I have thoroughly enjoyed this ride the last two years, and would love to ride it again and see you and our fellow cyclists, but I totally respect your decision either way as to run it or not....
05-21-20, 07:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
Posted By schundog

I love everything about that Miyata. Also, you...

I love everything about that Miyata. Also, you are a brave couple; N. University is a pretty busy road!
05-21-20, 06:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,810
Posted By schundog

I can answer that; I bought one on the high...

I can answer that; I bought one on the high recommendation of a friend, and I now own three. No break-in period, no discomfort, even after a Century ride. I bought the C17 with the cut-out, as...
05-20-20, 08:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,498
Posted By schundog

I have had more than my fair share of flats this...

I have had more than my fair share of flats this year; so many, in fact, I wrote this Country Ode to the Flat Tire. WARNING: I swear a couple times in the song; just like when I get a flat. Please...
02-01-20, 07:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,428
Posted By schundog

Maiden Voyage of a 1981 Schwinn Sports Tourer

There are certainly better, prettier, sexier vintage steeds out there, and, like most of us, I really didn’t need another bike. But here’s what happened....

I took my cheap Mongoose Fatbike down...
01-02-20, 09:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,495
Posted By schundog

One Of The Best Gifts Ever!

My wife says I’m tough to shop for, but she knocked it out of the park for my recent 52nd Birthday. Through Shutterfly, and sneaking off with my phone for a couple of hours, she had this book of my...
12-17-19, 09:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 20,185
Posted By schundog

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12-17-19, 08:49 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 20,185
Posted By schundog

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My daughter started a bike club at her high school,...
12-15-19, 05:06 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,999
Posted By schundog

While it's too soon for me to commit to this, I'd...

While it's too soon for me to commit to this, I'd really like to make it. In addition to looking like a beautiful ride, I'd like to ride with Robbie and Dale again soon. Thanks for setting this up,...
12-15-19, 04:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,654
Posted By schundog

Oops, I just looked at the original ad; it's a...

Oops, I just looked at the original ad; it's a 1993, according to the previous owner.
12-14-19, 10:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,654
Posted By schundog

haha, she never left my sight, Dale! I hope all...

haha, she never left my sight, Dale! I hope all is well!
12-14-19, 10:49 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,654
Posted By schundog

according to the previous owner, it’s a 1992.

according to the previous owner, it’s a 1992.
12-14-19, 10:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,654
Posted By schundog

35C. Definitely too big on the back, dangerously...

35C. Definitely too big on the back, dangerously close to the chainstay. 32s will go on once I wear these a bit, but I live the ride the way it is.
12-14-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,654
Posted By schundog

Teal Is Real

I picked this up a couple of months ago from mstateglfr here on the forum (thanks again!). I tried to get Robbietunes to talk me off of the ledge, but you know how THAT goes!

I had no doubt that...
11-29-19, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,828
Posted By schundog

What a great idea for lower-end bikes! I might...

What a great idea for lower-end bikes! I might try this, even though I agree with the pitfalls mentioned above.
09-29-19, 04:58 PM
09-28-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

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09-28-19, 07:45 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

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09-28-19, 07:33 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

Steve, thanks again for hosting such a cool ride....

Steve, thanks again for hosting such a cool ride. I’m pretty sure we all had a blast! Here are a few of my pics.
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09-25-19, 04:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,148
Posted By schundog

Wow! I wish it was finished and you were...

Wow! I wish it was finished and you were bringing to it with you for our Peoria ride on Saturday! See you soon.
09-24-19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

Ted and I did the Metric Century at this year’s...

Ted and I did the Metric Century at this year’s No Baloney Ride (his first Metric ). Great weather, routes, and well organized. It ALMOST cost me a lot more than my entrance fee, however, as...
09-23-19, 07:12 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

Bump for a fun ride! The Bloomington group of...

Bump for a fun ride! The Bloomington group of Brian, Bob, and Julian discussed convoy plans this weekend, and I am still working on getting our friend Ted to join us. He has a green Fuji with gold...
08-19-19, 05:52 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

The talking about the bike was fine; it was the...

The talking about the bike was fine; it was the laughing and pointing that hurt my little feelings...lol.
08-19-19, 07:03 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 14,602
Posted By schundog

This was a lot of fun last year! I really...

This was a lot of fun last year! I really enjoyed meeting you guys, and kudos to Steve for "herding the cats." I really hope to make it again this year; I'm putting it on the master calendar as a...
08-16-19, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,420
Posted By schundog

VERY cool story! I love old Treks. My 1985 Trek...

VERY cool story! I love old Treks. My 1985 Trek 470 is one of the most comfortable bikes I own. I look forward to seeing the full transformation.
06-30-19, 07:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 27,538
Posted By schundog

I have an old 310, as well! No mounts for water...

I have an old 310, as well! No mounts for water bottle cages; do you guys just attach cages with hose clamps? I can't see taking this far without water.
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