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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-16, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,254
Posted By The Pedalphile

I sold one a while back that I bought from the...

I sold one a while back that I bought from the original owner. It was in really nice condition and after wrapping the bars, cleaning and tuning I got about $250 out of it here in San Diego. I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-16, 12:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,166
Posted By The Pedalphile

I was walking along the pacific beach board walk...

I was walking along the pacific beach board walk yesterday with some friends, and heard a deep "on your right guys." It was him and he made that bike look silly small. Pretty sure it was that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-16, 10:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,464
Posted By The Pedalphile

Anything happening while in the middle ring of a...

Anything happening while in the middle ring of a triple will not be related to front derailleur limit screws.

Some quick, easy things to check are chain and chain rings. On the chain you're...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-16, 10:03 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 13,721
Posted By The Pedalphile

Looks like it should clean up nicely. Made in...

Looks like it should clean up nicely. Made in late 86 according to the head badge?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-23-16, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 777
Posted By The Pedalphile

Place a fair value on my expedition ?

Looking for a (better) idea of a fair value for my 80's expedition.

Also, can anyone pin the year of this bike?

Wheels are not original they're inexpensive 700c wheels, some rust around lugs...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-09-16, 09:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,778
Posted By The Pedalphile

I'm not old enough to know but it looks legit to...

I'm not old enough to know but it looks legit to me. Never seen a bike packed with pieces of rope.
Forum: Touring
01-13-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,748
Posted By The Pedalphile

TentPole Technologies ? Tent Pole Repair and...

TentPole Technologies ? Tent Pole Repair and Replacement Specialist (http://tentpoletechnologies.com/)

didn't look up what your tent costs new so this may or may not be cost effective.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-15, 11:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,468
Posted By The Pedalphile

Not a great shot, but it's my recently finished...

Not a great shot, but it's my recently finished 91 Bob Jackson by the tree.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-15, 09:49 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,868
Posted By The Pedalphile

Either one is $1.50 / foot at my place of...

Either one is $1.50 / foot at my place of employment if that helps.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-15, 08:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,747
Posted By The Pedalphile

Mis-match of octalink styles? Both crank and BB...

Mis-match of octalink styles? Both crank and BB are V1?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-15, 08:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,787
Posted By The Pedalphile

At first, I THOUGHT this thread was bat ****...

At first, I THOUGHT this thread was bat **** CRAZY!

But then I thought, what if he really did sell this magical FUJI brought back to life by the unusual december rain?

And so, HERE IT IS! SEE...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,211
Posted By The Pedalphile

Normally the scam involves the buyer having their...

Normally the scam involves the buyer having their "shipper" come to get the item at some point. Are you supposed to ship the bike? Pretty unusual it's been 3 weeks and the buyer hasn't asked about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-26-15, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,374
Posted By The Pedalphile

Tern does in fact manufacture the flyby for...

Tern does in fact manufacture the flyby for Novara.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-15, 04:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,796
Posted By The Pedalphile

I don't personally offer any warranty on bikes I...

I don't personally offer any warranty on bikes I flip. I can say without a doubt that i put more work into the bikes than my other local flippers which cuts down on the profitability but I take...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-25-15, 09:59 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,639
Posted By The Pedalphile

Not surprising. Coronado people are nuts and see...

Not surprising. Coronado people are nuts and see themselves as being on some Utopian island that everyone else is lucky enough to cross the bridge to once in a while.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-15, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,194
Posted By The Pedalphile

Yup, that's pretty much where you start. Buy a...

Yup, that's pretty much where you start. Buy a bike to mess with. Preferably a quality older bike. A rigid mountain bike is probably a good and affordable way to start. Some shops offer free...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-15, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,695
Posted By The Pedalphile

Hi, the bike is a Novara Transfer. It has 7...

Hi, the bike is a Novara Transfer. It has 7 speed internal hub if memory serves me correctly. Also has lights powered by the front wheel. If it's in good shape I think that's quite a bit of bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-15, 11:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,327
Posted By The Pedalphile

The 'slipping' is what's puzzling me. Did she or...

The 'slipping' is what's puzzling me. Did she or anyone investigate why? Is it so worn that it slips under load? Or did it just have stiff links from being so rusty? That's some pretty odd advice...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-15, 12:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 43,257
Posted By The Pedalphile

No, go to your lbs or order online and get...

No, go to your lbs or order online and get yourself some pins or a reusable link.
Forum: Commuting
05-15-15, 02:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,769
Posted By The Pedalphile

If your frame has mounts for a rack then you're...

If your frame has mounts for a rack then you're good to go your rack will be part of the bike only. Looks like the one you linked will mount up just fine and is set back (so you don't kick your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-15, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 719
Posted By The Pedalphile

The road shoes won't fit the same as your...

The road shoes won't fit the same as your mountain shoes. They're built on different lasts and mountain shoes are more generous on interior volume due to the fact you're expected to be doing an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-15, 02:47 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,922
Posted By The Pedalphile

Hell no.

Hell no.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-15, 12:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,254
Posted By The Pedalphile

Bins, found someone selling a bunch on Craig's.

Bins, found someone selling a bunch on Craig's.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-15, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,056
Posted By The Pedalphile

I'd say if the wheel is still spinning true...

I'd say if the wheel is still spinning true (watch the brake pad as a gauge) then you're probably ok. It would be normal for a new wheel to need some touch up after a couple hundred miles. I would...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-11-15, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,275
Posted By The Pedalphile

I've seen better. Specialized Roubaix Beach...

I've seen better.

Specialized Roubaix Beach Cruiser (http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/4926969727.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-15, 10:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,811
Posted By The Pedalphile

Hey, i'm one of the local san diego craig's list...

Hey, i'm one of the local san diego craig's list tune up guys (though not the ones you listed, that's stupid cheap but if they want to work for free then great). I work from home on the side. If...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-15, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,482
Posted By The Pedalphile

Normal, most places will at least do a free first...

Normal, most places will at least do a free first tune for new bike break in. Cable tension and wheel truing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-15, 10:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,817
Posted By The Pedalphile

What's the part # for the origin 8 headset you...

What's the part # for the origin 8 headset you bought? Possibly got the wrong bearing type.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-15, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,905
Posted By The Pedalphile

60 views, ok i'll ask. Why didn't you just swap...

60 views, ok i'll ask. Why didn't you just swap the entire shifter rather then try to mess with springs and pawls? Maybe some pictures would help. People like pictures.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-15, 10:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,425
Posted By The Pedalphile

Picture barely cuts off what needs to be seen on...

Picture barely cuts off what needs to be seen on the bottom bracket but looks like you maybe have a press fit 30 in there? Or just a regular (hah, regular) BB30? What does it say around the non drive...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-15, 08:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,052
Posted By The Pedalphile

You'll be using the slots, regular right hand...

You'll be using the slots, regular right hand thread so left to loosen.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-23-13, 11:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,728
Posted By The Pedalphile

I'm with you, this is ridiculous... My vote...

I'm with you, this is ridiculous...

My vote is for different cassette also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-12, 12:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,218
Posted By The Pedalphile

Missed this one on craigslist not too long ago...

Missed this one on craigslist not too long ago for $25. Didn't know what it was at first but replied as quickly as I could but it didn't work out.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-22-12, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 357
Posted By The Pedalphile

Just one, don't buy the Diamondback. Shop...

Just one, don't buy the Diamondback.

Shop around at local bike shops. Buy the bike that fits you best and has the best parts for the money you're willing to spend.

As you break stuff (you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-12, 11:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,751
Posted By The Pedalphile

if you can find an old solid core door those make...

if you can find an old solid core door those make pretty solid bench tops with some 2x4 framing underneath.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-12, 10:50 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 13,064
Posted By The Pedalphile

Where do you live? This seems like a pretty bad...

Where do you live? This seems like a pretty bad idea. Real or not i'm pretty sure if you pull this out, even in self defense, you could be looking at some trouble with law enforcement.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-12, 08:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By The Pedalphile

Yeah, just sacrifice the top cap it's a cheap...

Yeah, just sacrifice the top cap it's a cheap part.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-01-12, 10:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 940
Posted By The Pedalphile

So, what happened? It looks to me your bike had...

So, what happened? It looks to me your bike had silver headset cups and the one for sale has black ones. Good luck finding your bike. BTW for future reference serial numbers are under the cranks on...
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