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03-06-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,696
Posted By nesteel

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've...

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've never ridden it, was purchased as a disassembled "bike in a box". It'll be refinished and reassembled.
The 957 ive had built upa couple different ways...
03-06-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,696
Posted By nesteel

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've...

The TX900 is a very recent acquisition. I've never ridden it, was purchased as a disassembled "bike in a box". It'll be refinished and reassembled.
The 957 ive had built upa couple different ways...
03-06-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,696
Posted By nesteel

Keeper list: Centurion Cinelli Trek 720 ...

Keeper list:
Centurion Cinelli
Trek 720
Trek TX900
Trek 957
Merckx Strada OS
Colnago Super

To go list (complete bikes so far. Subject to change, may be parted out depending upon mood and...
03-06-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,696
Posted By nesteel

Some of the current completes will be stripped...

Some of the current completes will be stripped and the build kits put on keeper frames. Im only keeping what i consider the cream if the crop for vintage. I have two modern bikes that'll stay no...
03-06-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,696
Posted By nesteel

Losing my wife last May has brought this entire...

Losing my wife last May has brought this entire subject into an entirely uncomfortable focus. Cycling is just one of four hobbies that'll be slimmed down as to not leave my two boys with a pile of...
01-27-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,108
Posted By nesteel

Dropouts do not indicate whether it was a 957 or...

Dropouts do not indicate whether it was a 957 or a 959. Mine was delivered equipped as a 957 to owner #1 with Shimano UF dropouts. Even the catalog says the frames were to be made with UF dropouts,...
01-27-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,108
Posted By nesteel

The dropouts are likely original; my '81 957...

The dropouts are likely original; my '81 957 (bought from the second owner, who knew the first) has them, one of which was replaced by trek under warranty.
I'm also betting the color is orignal as...
01-26-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 294
Posted By nesteel

Already have a cosmetically challenged '81 957....

Already have a cosmetically challenged '81 957. Not that I'd kick another one to the curb, but it's not my priority.
​​​Previously owned, and let go of a 1979 93X and an '85 770.
01-26-24, 12:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 294
Posted By nesteel

Wanted: Trek 170, 93X, or TX900

24" preferably, open to small differences from that +/-.
Either complete bike or frameset. Paint unimportant, but not looking for something that's bent and battered unless the price is consumate to...
12-24-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8,760
Views: 1,091,260
Posted By nesteel

Pretty sure I have the original center-pulls for...

Pretty sure I have the original center-pulls for that frameset you just received.
12-10-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,536
Posted By nesteel

Rode it in 2015. Then we were supposed to take a...

Rode it in 2015. Then we were supposed to take a vacation up there in 2016 so I could ride it again. That got interrupted by a death in the family and we never got around to planning another trip up...
12-10-23, 10:05 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,536
Posted By nesteel

The universe saw fit to make me into a solo act,...

The universe saw fit to make me into a solo act, so I will do my very best to make it to Cino 2024.
12-09-23, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 448
Posted By nesteel

Did these sell? Sent a PM on the 29th.

Did these sell? Sent a PM on the 29th.
Replies: 10
Views: 735
Posted By nesteel

They're Shimano UF. They have a reputation for...

They're Shimano UF. They have a reputation for cracking through the adjuster screw bore. If they've made it this long, they're likely never going to Crack. It would not surprise me if they've been...
06-29-23, 12:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,570
Posted By nesteel

Nope. Its gone. Like other things in my life.

Nope. Its gone. Like other things in my life.
Replies: 22
Views: 1,396
Posted By nesteel

Welcome to DuPont Imron. Great very durable...

Welcome to DuPont Imron. Great very durable product. Terrible environmental nightmare.
Replies: 6
Views: 525
Posted By nesteel

Didn't read the forum rules, did you?

Didn't read the forum rules, did you?
05-10-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By nesteel

​​​​​​​Day and a half: interested or not?

​​​​​​​Day and a half: interested or not?
05-08-23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By nesteel

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x901/20230508_221221_fe97fc0ae4bfd6621ce692ea5cbc7a1a13a488ce.jpg...
05-08-23, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By nesteel

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

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x901/20230508_221420_42f6828a173882cbd2e68676efcc4fdf26679941.jpg...
05-08-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By nesteel

1973 Schwinn Paramount fork and headbadge.

1973 Paramount fork and head badge. 240mm steerer on fork. Silver Mist paint. No fork decals. "Double Butted" stamping partially visible on one fork blade at crown. Headbadge is in good condition,...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,546
Posted By nesteel

In a half decent market, a full 531cs framed,...

In a half decent market, a full 531cs framed, cantilever equipped vintage Trek tourer should bring between 350-400. Offer me 250 and I'd laugh.
Replies: 38
Views: 3,201
Posted By nesteel

Earlier Paramounts would be worth this kind of...

Earlier Paramounts would be worth this kind of coin. IMHO, not this generation. If youre asking this question, chances are the vintage bike world likely isn't your thing. Buy a modern bike and move...
Replies: 13
Views: 769
Posted By nesteel

With very FEW exceptions, a bike is worth more in...

With very FEW exceptions, a bike is worth more in parts than it is as a whole bike.
Want a max return: spend your time parting it out.
04-01-23, 06:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 901
Posted By nesteel

This thread reminds of how little I ride mine 😔

This thread reminds of how little I ride mine 😔
04-01-23, 12:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 882
Posted By nesteel

Those are Super Record brake levers, and so is...

Those are Super Record brake levers, and so is the FD.
03-21-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,110
Posted By nesteel

Where are you located?

Where are you located?
03-21-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,454
Posted By nesteel

Supply and demand. A 66cm Paramount is going to...

Supply and demand. A 66cm Paramount is going to be a tough item to find if you're looking for one. On the flip side, it'll be a tough item to sell.
Put the item in a location that will be seen by...
03-20-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,454
Posted By nesteel

Given the price of Paramount framesets in...

Given the price of Paramount framesets in general, the ask wasn't horrible. And it's gone BTW.
Replies: 6
Views: 1,404
Posted By nesteel

Anything with an RX100 group would not be worth...

Anything with an RX100 group would not be worth anywhere near their asking price, and the $570 would be about twice what I would pay for it if it were in great condition.
Replies: 27
Views: 2,420
Posted By nesteel

Go look at the serial number. Have the...

Go look at the serial number. Have the information on hand when you look at it: if the serial checks out, then the bike's an even better deal.
Paint can change over the course of 30 or so years....
03-01-23, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 661
Posted By nesteel

1982 Trek 710 24" C-T seat tube, 22.75" C-C top...

1982 Trek 710 24" C-T seat tube, 22.75" C-C top tube Tired paint, scratches, chips, etc...but original.
1982 720 (728?) 24" C-T seat tube, 22.75" C-C top tube. Recent custom powder coat, previous...
Replies: 27
Views: 2,420
Posted By nesteel

While your waiting, I'm getting friends in...

While your waiting, I'm getting friends in Florida to facilitate.
But seriously, go buy it. Theres at least 300 worth of SR Campagnolo on it. Check the frame/fork out. If it's good with no crash...
03-01-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 661
Posted By nesteel

IIRC, I have a 24"(61cm) Trek 710 frameset in the...

IIRC, I have a 24"(61cm) Trek 710 frameset in the basement. Will confirm when I get home from work.
I might still have a 24" 728 frameset too.
02-07-23, 02:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,233
Posted By nesteel

Keep an eye on any internet based business (like...

Keep an eye on any internet based business (like Pros Closet) that buys stuff through email and pictures. Most are "no questions asked". We had a bike theft ring operating locally a couple years ago....
02-06-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,389
Posted By nesteel

It's a real struggle. I wish I had any form of...

It's a real struggle. I wish I had any form of answer, but my garage, shed, bike room, and hobby room upstairs all tell the same tale as you've outlined in your post.
02-01-23, 10:38 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,067
Posted By nesteel

When you get this figured out, let me know. I'm...

When you get this figured out, let me know. I'm in the same situation.
Every hobby I've ever had has turned into an obsession/hoarding issue and it's quite tiring.
01-29-23, 08:10 PM
01-29-23, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By nesteel

This would be an '84. In '85 they stopped putting...

This would be an '84. In '85 they stopped putting 720 on the downtube. The equipment does look to be correct for an '84 also.
01-18-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 248
Posted By nesteel

PM sent.

PM sent.
12-26-22, 07:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,891
Posted By nesteel

Bikes started out as my first escape vehicle from...

Bikes started out as my first escape vehicle from daily existence, which was pretty bleak at times. After meeting the gal who would become my wife and moving to a location that allowed for much more...
12-25-22, 06:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,231
Posted By nesteel

I thought I was pretty nice this year, but...

I thought I was pretty nice this year, but evidently not? I got covid again, starting on Wednesday. That leaves me at home away from people and unable to go to the hospital to see our new...
12-16-22, 04:27 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 16,458
Posted By nesteel

You can't claim your product is made of "over 50...

You can't claim your product is made of "over 50 custom parts" and claim its a production unit. Are you making production quantities for the masses, or small batches for people who have more money...
12-12-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,137
Posted By nesteel

Bump for a significant price reduction. Corrosion...

Bump for a significant price reduction. Corrosion never sleeps, but decals are still available from Velocals until the end of the month.
Now $250 + shipping.
Replies: 9
Views: 1,081
Posted By nesteel

If you're in a hot market, you might squeeze 300...

If you're in a hot market, you might squeeze 300 to 400 +/-. Top tube dent kills the value for me.
Replies: 14
Views: 1,206
Posted By nesteel

You're welcome. Now I'm not tempted.

You're welcome. Now I'm not tempted.
Replies: 14
Views: 1,206
Posted By nesteel

Paging mountaindave .

Paging mountaindave .
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By nesteel

$350 sounds like a solid number, provided it's...

$350 sounds like a solid number, provided it's clean, nothing is stuck, and it's complete. That size needs to find the right owner. I liked the one I had, but it was redundant and was moved to a new...
11-03-22, 09:52 PM
Replies: 83,048
Views: 14,035,864
Posted By nesteel

Nice bike, ambitious price.

Nice bike, ambitious price.
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