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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,003
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I paid $94.00 on the return shipping, cost for...

I paid $94.00 on the return shipping, cost for the work was around $700 (not including the shipping). I really love how it came out. When he actually gets to your frame, it doesn't take long as he...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,003
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,018
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I am still riding my SS stuff, but the FG stuff...

I am still riding my SS stuff, but the FG stuff is collecting dust. I didn't mind the uphill grinding as much as the exhausting downhills.......way worse!

The FG is is fun on a flat bike path, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-25-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 6,721
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Depends on the rim width, but my sweet spot...

Depends on the rim width, but my sweet spot currently is 25-28. On some 17mm rims, 25 works great, but with wider, like 23mm width, a 28 tire is the minimum, as the mounted profile is too "low"...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-25-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,871
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Wow! If I was 2 inches taller, didn't...

Wow!

If I was 2 inches taller, didn't already own one, and lived within 60 nautical miles of you, I would buy it!

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,308
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Yours doesn't have fastback stays. ???

Yours doesn't have fastback stays. ???
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,769
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Pro tip, and actually mean Pro! Professional...

Pro tip, and actually mean Pro! Professional cyclists would save old worn out tubular rims (rims only) to get tubulars pre-stretched. If you can score some castaway tubular rim, you can pre-stretch...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,769
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Get the tire on the rim BEFORE any mastik. Pump...

Get the tire on the rim BEFORE any mastik. Pump it up hard, and walk away for a day or 2. Then pop it off, do your glue thing and presto. Thank me later.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-23-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,263
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I saw a homeless guy riding super fast with no...

I saw a homeless guy riding super fast with no tires, straight up rim to pavement. I was so shocked, I slowed to double check, as I doubted my very own eyes. And here we are worrying about not being...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,263
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I have accidentally ran over some snakes on the...

I have accidentally ran over some snakes on the bike path, just simply could not avoid them. It always bothers me, I feel that it's bad Ju-ju, if there is one creature that I don't want mad at me, or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Kilroy1988 That first pale blue one is especially...

Kilroy1988 That first pale blue one is especially incredible. Lovely, lovely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I am still waiting on that '77 Super frame that...

I am still waiting on that '77 Super frame that you sold to me to get back from paint, and I have not completed collecting all the parts yet for that beauty! The party never ends. Never mind a 979...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

That is what the original owner had planned. I...

That is what the original owner had planned. I just couldn't stomach bolting the torsion arm to the pencil stays, and I mean pencil!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 286
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Are you sure it isn't a "Central...

Are you sure it isn't a "Central Scrutinizer"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,027
Posted By Erzulis Boat

You have to be careful with the team photos with...

You have to be careful with the team photos with bikes. Many times, they will have one bicycle in the studio, and each team member poses with the same "prop" bike. Not saying that this is the case...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

So January 1950, the 433rd frame built that year....

So January 1950, the 433rd frame built that year. If that's correct (I am pretty sure) then CB was pumping out some bikes! Even it was the last bike of that month it's a bunch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

As to the dating- I have read/heard that the...

As to the dating- I have read/heard that the prefix on the serial (it's 2 parts) is the year stamped either YY/M or YY/MM, but someone also said that it was the suffix (dating digits), so a bit of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Yes on the screws, they are incorrect. I'll get...

Yes on the screws, they are incorrect. I'll get full pics and wheelbase etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I'll get some pics, but everything points to 1950...

I'll get some pics, but everything points to 1950 I agree. The dropouts are even longer than '51 and mine has the custom option of the 1.125" diameter top tube (offered in 1950 pretty sure). It isn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I am not sure. As just a frame/fork, it's a great...

I am not sure. As just a frame/fork, it's a great "show off" for the collection, and would allow myself and other enthusiasts to inspect it without encumbrance. If I go rider, I would go full...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Never assembled. The seller had been sitting on it for a while.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,105
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Fell into a frame

Sometimes you just fall into things. I was offered this Claud Butler frameset yesterday. Of course I said yes.

It's a repaint obviously, and was never assembled after it was painted. Decals are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,448
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I was visiting a bike shop in Solvang,...

I was visiting a bike shop in Solvang, California, and there was a little seperate room full of jerseys. I walked into the room, and starting looking around. I then heard some disembodied voice say...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 510
Posted By Erzulis Boat

As above, I would definitely run a Simplex with...

As above, I would definitely run a Simplex with the Simplex dropout (that was easy, next!) I am in the "don't hack stuff" camp, it's not like we cannot access the appropriate stuff nowadays with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,222
Posted By Erzulis Boat

What was great about Eroica, was that it was in...

What was great about Eroica, was that it was in my backyard, and forced the issue of riding C+V. It was a silent camaraderie along the route.

I have signed up for the Solvang, and the Wildflower...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,168
Posted By Erzulis Boat

In many impoverished areas of the planet, that...

In many impoverished areas of the planet, that would be the fanciest and safest bicycle in the entire village. Perfectly safe to ride. Get a passport, and explore the world! It would do you good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Erzulis Boat

My 1991 56cm Vitus 979 is 4 pounds 9 ounces for...

My 1991 56cm Vitus 979 is 4 pounds 9 ounces for frame and fork.

My 1999 56cm Pinarello (Telekom frame, 7003 aluminum) is 4 pounds 6 ounces for frame and fork.

The 979 was a genuine lightweight...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I have my 1991 979 (56cm) frame and fork weights...

I have my 1991 979 (56cm) frame and fork weights at the house, Ill try to remember and post them. If I recall correctly, it was almost exactly a pound lighter than a 56cm Colnago Super from '77
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,299
Posted By Erzulis Boat

There is an intersection at the city dump where...

There is an intersection at the city dump where every truck has to slow and hit the sharp turn. I have had probably 10+ flats on that section since the 1980's. It's littered with screws, nails, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,299
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Brand new $90.00 tubular. Sheet metal screw at...

Brand new $90.00 tubular. Sheet metal screw at mile 35. Good times, real good times.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 04:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 462
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Love the color. It's a super "happy" shade of...

Love the color. It's a super "happy" shade of yellow!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-29-23, 03:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,018
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Fixay!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By Erzulis Boat

It was to mount a little bar computer/HR monitor...

It was to mount a little bar computer/HR monitor etc.

Reminds of a funny story. I had an HR monitor that was either defective, or I needed to see a doctor. It would go from like 48 to 230+ (I'm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,702
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I run it all. My tubular wheels are the best...

I run it all. My tubular wheels are the best until they aren't.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-23, 12:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 937
Posted By Erzulis Boat

At the young ages, its so hard to know who has...

At the young ages, its so hard to know who has real potential. I was a late bloomer ( didn't stop growing until 27) so many times the little phenom gets run over when things start to even out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 885
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I was riding my most "comfortable" bike...

I was riding my most "comfortable" bike yesterday, and got a rear flat. I put on my reading glasses to make sure the bead was good, and started laughing. The tires were 25's
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 03:44 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,279
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I am in my early 50's so my "era" falls mid to...

I am in my early 50's so my "era" falls mid to late 1980's.
"Trick" was panto parts, aluminum toe clips, "crit" bars, titanium crank bolts and silk sew-ups. Drillium was on it's way out by then, ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 776
Posted By Erzulis Boat

That's around 10cm like I guessed. I am sure...

That's around 10cm like I guessed. I am sure there is a UCI reg (it's changed now of course) that someone can dig up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By Erzulis Boat

This isn't facing, it is 2 opposed 45 degree...

This isn't facing, it is 2 opposed 45 degree chamfers that that have to be parallel/concentric.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 10:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 01:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,130
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Just grabbed some aluminum parts. One on right is fresh out of CNC, one on left...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 01:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,130
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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I have a room dedicated to this messy process! All day, every day, these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 01:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,233
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I've got the crown race tool too, I can't believe...

I've got the crown race tool too, I can't believe that I didn't get one decades ago. I was using the plastic rod/mallet technique. Sheesh!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 11:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,233
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Tools. After many years of all-thread and...

Tools. After many years of all-thread and "washers" I finally got a Park headset press. Paid for itself on the first headset in the ease and satisfaction. That's what I would give.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 510
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Are you sure it's not 25.4mm as that is just a...

Are you sure it's not 25.4mm as that is just a fancy way of saying an inch!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,183
Posted By Erzulis Boat

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Best bike that I own. $400.00 CAAD something off of Craigslist.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 776
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I would check the UCI regulations (if they exist)...

I would check the UCI regulations (if they exist) on placement, but typically I think it's around 10cm (center of HT to hole, educated guess). Also make sure that you have the correct hanger for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-23, 07:38 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,658
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Hmmm. Not convincing. My brother's neighbor also...

Hmmm. Not convincing. My brother's neighbor also owns a Colnago. I am going to have to go with... Saarf is wrong!
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