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05-20-21, 10:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,119
Posted By loudbay

When I first started riding again, I tried the...

When I first started riding again, I tried the Charge Spoon and the Spoon - comfort. Both are still on more casual bikes in the stable now. It's all about the tilt and your sit bones. The first...
05-18-21, 08:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,119
Posted By loudbay

Is it the stock LeMond seat? I have a similar...

Is it the stock LeMond seat? I have a similar vintage Zurich and the stock seat, even though measuring fairly accurately was 100% a no go for me. Are you already in bibs? If not, check out the...
05-03-21, 01:01 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,839
Posted By loudbay

Pirelli P-Zero Velo. Nicest tires I’ve ever...

Pirelli P-Zero Velo. Nicest tires I’ve ever ridden. Supple, quiet, fast, grippy, tan. I know they’re not vintage but I was blown away by the quality. $50 in 700x28
...
04-30-21, 09:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,157
Posted By loudbay

Can anyone explain the levels of Bertoni frames?...

Can anyone explain the levels of Bertoni frames? It point me to some good reading?
...
04-30-21, 09:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By loudbay

I think you get a pass.

I think you get a pass.
04-30-21, 12:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By loudbay

I appreciate you guys! I have a call out to auto...

I appreciate you guys! I have a call out to auto insurance to see if uninsured will cover a check up. Keeping a close eye on everything and not self medicating beyond ibu to mask any symptoms. ...
04-30-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By loudbay

On the way home from taking these pics... A no...

On the way home from taking these pics... A no brake, flat pedal, no clips, fixed gear rider swerved around a pedestrian and crashed into me head on. The Bertoni had been done for 16 hours and it was...
04-29-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By loudbay

Bertoni Pro Victory - My first Italian build <3

It rides all right...
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04-26-21, 11:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,631
Posted By loudbay

This one came to a good home last week (me). I...

This one came to a good home last week (me). I had a donor bike that had a low mileage Ultegra 6500 groupset, it’s not Campy, but I couldn’t resist. Persons 77 saddle, and a Felt wheelset. Pics after...
02-15-21, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 526
Posted By loudbay

Bikeribbon Professional - Source / Alternative

I'm looking for Bikeribbon professional for a couple mid 80s builds that will look good with 'thin' traditional bar tape. I'm seeing some of the carbon look stuff around, but nothing on this side...
02-15-21, 12:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By loudbay

Thank you! I think it's a Countach as well....

Thank you! I think it's a Countach as well. Finally found some brochures, and it shows a 2002 Countach built with Nemo. I see that Nemo is aimed at lighter riders, but I was just 160 pre COVID... I...
02-14-21, 06:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By loudbay

Any idea of the model? Usually I'm good at this...

Any idea of the model? Usually I'm good at this sort of research, but Torelli doesn't make this easy with this lack of information...
02-14-21, 05:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By loudbay

Thank you!

Thank you!
02-14-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By loudbay

Help with a Torelli

Can anyone help me identify this model???

This would be my first Italian frame, but I’m unsure of the model and so is the owner... By eye, I also think it’s a cm too small, so any input on Torelli...
02-04-21, 11:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

I had NO IDEA they were that expensive! It is a...

I had NO IDEA they were that expensive! It is a tremendous frame, so I'm glad they were proud of it.
02-04-21, 10:23 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

I’m doing my best at living car free, although I...

I’m doing my best at living car free, although I own one, in Denver. So the occasional grocery run or adventuring around town is the main plan. I removed the triples so it’s not really a true...
02-03-21, 07:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

Clean. Looks like nicer brakes than mine came...

Clean. Looks like nicer brakes than mine came with too. Did I mention: clean? More than I pay for projects usually but a great rider!

edit: not lugged, I’m sure it’s nice, but that was a draw for...
02-03-21, 06:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

You let me know if I can ever be of help with...

You let me know if I can ever be of help with something!
02-03-21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

Couldn't someone just buy it stateside and send...

Couldn't someone just buy it stateside and send it to you?
02-03-21, 04:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

Thanks! This was my first non-traditional build...

Thanks! This was my first non-traditional build and it all came together almost better than I could have hoped for! The parts coming in while the frame just sat on the porch was a finger's crossed...
02-03-21, 03:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

My paint is quite dull in places... I guess I'm...

My paint is quite dull in places... I guess I'm off to Autozone. Any affordable recomendations? To be honest, I was going to call it a 'patina' until you mentioning how well it cleaned up.

Thanks!
02-03-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

That gray / off white is awesome! I wasn't...

That gray / off white is awesome! I wasn't thrilled with my blue color until it started to come together. I would have worked faster with your color.
02-03-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

Leatherette... but I wasn't sure how they would...

Leatherette... but I wasn't sure how they would match the Persons, so I went cheap and will redo if it ever bugs me. Seems silly to skimp on the tape after this build nickel and dimed me like it...
02-03-21, 01:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

These bars are wonderful! The forward position...

These bars are wonderful! The forward position on them is everything and I would never wrap them another way after trying this.
02-03-21, 12:37 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 322,478
Posted By loudbay

Triplecross > Doublecross

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02-03-21, 12:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

That bag is NICE, but I'm going to refrain from...

That bag is NICE, but I'm going to refrain from that sort of investment in bags for this one. This is going to be a scoot to the liquor store or bring home leftovers rack I feel like. The seating...
02-03-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

I'm a big Miyata fan too, but I almost NEVER see...

I'm a big Miyata fan too, but I almost NEVER see triple crosses in my market. This one was BEAT and $50. I felt kind of bad stripping the 914 for it, but the 914 was pretty small. I tried to offer...
02-03-21, 12:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

That's the best part! I am/was a car guy so I...

That's the best part! I am/was a car guy so I spent some extra time with the fender fitting.
02-03-21, 11:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

It's very good. I feel like a bit more compliant...

It's very good. I feel like a bit more compliant than a new Brooks. The website and phone number is basically down, so I fear they may be out of business. Shame, as they've been making saddles for...
02-03-21, 11:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

These are the stock triplecross 700 wheels.

These are the stock triplecross 700 wheels.
02-03-21, 11:16 AM
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Views: 674,071
Posted By loudbay

86 Cirrus 520 and 81 412

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02-03-21, 11:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,113
Posted By loudbay

Miyata Triplecross Porteur / VO build.

This bike is my stable's #1 in the smiles per mile category. Complete drivetrain is from a donor Miyata 914. VO porteur bars, VO stainless steel fenders, VO porteur rack, Persons 77 seat, parts bin...
01-29-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,837
Posted By loudbay

It's sold. it's on the +1 list though! What a...

It's sold. it's on the +1 list though! What a fun idea! I'm too old to really learn to thrash a FSB, but this is right up my alley.

Cheers,
01-29-21, 10:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,837
Posted By loudbay

I spent HOURS last night looking for a vintage...

I spent HOURS last night looking for a vintage FSB to play around with after seeing this bike! Thank you (I think). This is the 'coolest' one I found. I never owned a lefty, but seems like it...
01-29-21, 12:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,184
Posted By loudbay

drool.

drool.
01-29-21, 12:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By loudbay

I’ve thrown away $25 100x and never woke up next...

I’ve thrown away $25 100x and never woke up next to a bike as pretty as that. Good score!
01-29-21, 12:10 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 22,075
Posted By loudbay

Not C&V yet? 23 years old...

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It is fast, though...
01-28-21, 11:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

Thank you, I genuinely appreciate it! Winter is...

Thank you, I genuinely appreciate it! Winter is building season, and this year was good to me. It’s the “smiliest” bike I own. I’ll take it in the sun and get some more photos soon.
01-28-21, 11:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Nothing super fancy. But for me it is. I tell myself I’m budget minded.
01-28-21, 11:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

I have it leaned semi carefully / semi hastily on...

I have it leaned semi carefully / semi hastily on the NDS! ;)
01-28-21, 11:30 PM
Replies: 601
Views: 169,908
Posted By loudbay

dang... put it on the +1 list.

dang... put it on the +1 list.
01-28-21, 11:28 PM
Replies: 601
Views: 169,908
Posted By loudbay

Agreed. There’s another Trek in the house, but it...

Agreed. There’s another Trek in the house, but it is 10% of the sex. The bronze wheels do it for me too, and I was sure they weren’t right for this bike.
01-28-21, 05:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

Agreed! I saw it leave and come back, so I...

Agreed! I saw it leave and come back, so I jumped on it. Totally decent condition. Fair for the price for sure, and nice enough to deserve some consumables and cleaning up. The new Paselas were...
01-28-21, 04:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

Denver living.... not a ton of space here. But...

Denver living.... not a ton of space here. But plenty of time to ride!
01-28-21, 04:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

I think to match the head tube would look AMAZING...

I think to match the head tube would look AMAZING but not sure where to start for that color. I suspect brown leather will happen here. I’m hesitant to replace the correct and good condition seat...
01-28-21, 04:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Hahahaha!!!!!
01-28-21, 02:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,364
Posted By loudbay

Excited about this score! Raleigh Alyeska

I’ve been hunting for a Kodiak or Miyata tourer, but this Alyeska will do. More pics to come after getting her cleaned up and outside. VO has gotten a huge share of my monies this year, but some...
01-27-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 601
Views: 169,908
Posted By loudbay

1986 Trek 520, just finished! The tires are...

1986 Trek 520, just finished! The tires are 700x35 Ritchey Speedmax Cross tires that came on a Miyata Triplecross that I'm finishing up too. Component group is 105 from a Nishiki donor, except the...
01-26-21, 11:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,974
Posted By loudbay

I was hunting for something to go 650b with, but...

I was hunting for something to go 650b with, but at 35mm, these are pretty chunky, and I have 45mm (used to be 50s) on a dirt drop bar Surly Crosscheck that is pretty cushy. It was nice to set...
01-25-21, 09:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,974
Posted By loudbay

1986 Trek 520 Cirrus Restomod

One of the winter projects is up and running! I've been lusting over gravel builds lately so of course this has some inspiration from that fad. Bought this cool Reynolds 531 frame local as frame +...
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