Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 8
1
2
3
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: imabeliever1
Showing results 1 to 50 of 354
Search took 0.08 seconds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 673
Posted By imabeliever1

well, here we go. 700 wheels with 8 speed...

well, here we go. 700 wheels with 8 speed cassette. Tektro 539 brakes on this one instead of 559’sthat I used on the newer one. NOS Suntour front derailleur. Shimano rear derailleur. Velo Orange...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 673
Posted By imabeliever1

This is my newer Paramount. Forgot what year, but...

This is my newer Paramount. Forgot what year, but 70’s. P15 to P21 :)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 673
Posted By imabeliever1

I’m pretty sure it will go down around an inch or...

I’m pretty sure it will go down around an inch or so. I like comfortably looking around when riding and a short stem just has me bending my neck up too much.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 673
Posted By imabeliever1

'66 Schwinn Paramount retro mod

Just finished my Paramount. All modern components with the exception of the headset. Looking forward to some warm weather to get a decent ride in....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 111
Posted By imabeliever1

SRAM component compatibility

Have a 2x10 Jamis Aurora Elite. I’m considering converting it to upright handlebars. It is currently using drops and double tap brifters.

Are all Sram 10 speed index thumb shifters compatible with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 199
Posted By imabeliever1

Makes sense even to me. Thank you for the info.

Makes sense even to me. Thank you for the info.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 199
Posted By imabeliever1

Campagnolo bb spindle measurements?

Mid 60’s Paramount tear down . Looking at the Campagnolo bottom bracket , the axle / spindle is stamped with 120.
Decided to measure it with my calipers and I’m getting 112 mm end to end.

Whats...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 264
Posted By imabeliever1

Shiman Z401 cable pull Enough for 8 sp.

Will the clamp on friction downtube shifters labeled Z401 pull enough cable to shift an 8 speed cassette?

thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 476
Posted By imabeliever1

I have a defective Sunrace shifter and will mount...

I have a defective Sunrace shifter and will mount my shifters to the clamp as you did here. Thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 476
Posted By imabeliever1

I should have been more specific with what i am...

I should have been more specific with what i am trying to accomplish. I'm wanting to use the Shimano 105 index downtube shifters that I have. If could modify a vintage shifter mount , that would be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 476
Posted By imabeliever1

thanks for the reply. Would you happen to have a...

thanks for the reply. Would you happen to have a picture of them installed?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 476
Posted By imabeliever1

Shifter mount

Anyone used one of these shifter mounts on a frame without downtube shifter brazeons?

if so, positives, negatives.

I’m wanting to put indexing shifters , that I have, on a frame without mounts....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 761
Posted By imabeliever1

And the frame chrome is in super good condition. ...

And the frame chrome is in super good condition.
Plan on making it more rideable for the Kentucky topography.Probably a bit more modern derailleurs, freewheel with a decent low,Nitto Technomic stem...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 761
Posted By imabeliever1

Pics

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/b8d7d6f0_6126_4a89_b99d_a546135e6826_c977b3af61a5075aa386b4d8c8f2972259223915.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 761
Posted By imabeliever1

Tires for unhooked Paramount rims????

Traded for a 66 Paramount. Great bike that I’ll be going thru this winter.
My only concern are the straight walled rims.
I’m considering the Panaracer Pasela tires. I ran these on another bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 54,975
Posted By imabeliever1

I believe it is a 1974 P15. Rebuilt it with non...

I believe it is a 1974 P15. Rebuilt it with non Campy parts. Only Campy items left are the headset and clamp on cable guides. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-07-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 419
Posted By imabeliever1

I think a Dirt Drop would increase reach too much...

I think a Dirt Drop would increase reach too much for me. Plus bars are 31.8 clamp diameter. I use Nitto Technomic on other bikes.
They are very good stems, but the open face ones are real handy...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-06-23, 05:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 419
Posted By imabeliever1

Centurion conversion

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1460/e23d5e1b_f091_4910_afe1_dcfdb68efed4_36edab6ff9113cb6f050df78a1bef9ede325cab2.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By imabeliever1

It does not have a model on listed on it.

It does not have a model on listed on it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By imabeliever1

I haven’t had the chance to ride it again, but...

I haven’t had the chance to ride it again, but look forward to it.
The only thing I don’t like about it so far is the 24.0 seatpost.
Just wish it was a more typical size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-23, 07:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By imabeliever1

Did little digging this morning. Looks like...

Did little digging this morning. Looks like January of 1974, if I got it right.
So, yep, earlier than 78.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-23, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By imabeliever1

I’ll probably will just go to the auto parts and...

I’ll probably will just go to the auto parts and have a look.

I dug around a bit and one Schwinn site had it in the 50’s. I don’t think so, but anyway.

Number is on left dropout
A74178
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By imabeliever1

Schwinn silver mist touch up paint?

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230912_094432_4057e0b8c6add64e890d493a51564088671de187.jpg
I'm looking for some paint to touch up some spots on this 78 Paramount. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By imabeliever1

First ride 1987 Peugeot

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230906_104901_cba29b78815912a59afb5532b4fd159a5e54d951.jpg...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-10-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 814
Posted By imabeliever1

No coffee runs or crits. I just use my fixed...

No coffee runs or crits. I just use my fixed gears like I do my road bikes. Climb on , ride to the next town, maybe have lunch , ride home. Might stop a couple times to take pics. Not setting records...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-09-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 814
Posted By imabeliever1

I don’t see that happening, but a Sturmey Archer...

I don’t see that happening, but a Sturmey Archer AW 3 speed could supply simple gears for that spacing.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-09-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 814
Posted By imabeliever1

Im a leggy 6-1 and 170 #. Roadbike type...

Im a leggy 6-1 and 170 #.


Roadbike type geometry
chromoly steel construction
Clearance for up to 700x32 tires
Setup for caliper brakes
2 sets of water bottles
Horizontal top tube
No large...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-09-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 814
Posted By imabeliever1

Good catch. 120 mm

Good catch.
120 mm
Forum: Framebuilders
08-09-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 814
Posted By imabeliever1

Frame build, what things should I be considering?

Because of a very unique situation that gives me a LOT of shop credit, I am considering a custom built fixed gear frame.
There is a builder not far from me that builds beautiful tig welded frames...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6,485
Views: 777,926
Posted By imabeliever1

Wanted 130 bcd 48t chainring

Looking for 130 BCD chainring with 48t in silver and alloy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,916
Posted By imabeliever1

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/0e588a9b_6ce7_4c8b_8975_4348724a0855_e93e18edc2d265a569544a092118492b52c4bd31.jpeg
This is like what you have done. I first wrapped...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 426
Posted By imabeliever1

79 Paramount pre purchase questions

I’m looking at , what appears to be, a very original 1979 Schwinn Paramount. Looks to be all original with the exception of the tires.

I know nothing about Campagnolo components, so I have a few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,183
Posted By imabeliever1

I think it’s pretty remarkable that my posting...

I think it’s pretty remarkable that my posting about weighing a vintage and a modern bike generated 100 post. It was just surprising, to me, that the Trek was not considerably lighter compared to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,183
Posted By imabeliever1

But the thing is I think the OP was just pointing...

But the thing is I think the OP was just pointing out, that for the day, the Schwinn wasn't that bad. I didn't get at all that he was on the fence at all about which one to own.[/QUOTE]

You hit...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,183
Posted By imabeliever1

Schwinn Paramount vs Trek Domane

The owner of the shop ,where I work a couple afternoons a week, has a nice 1966 Schwinn Paramount. Chrome frame about 23” size, Campy equipped, Brooks saddle, standard tubed wheels , but no pedals. I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-23, 06:25 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 26,098
Posted By imabeliever1

My Jamis Sonik I found NOS here locally a couple...

My Jamis Sonik I found NOS here locally a couple years ago. Added brakes cause there is a need for brakes here in Kentucky. :)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 05:44 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 20,172
Posted By imabeliever1

This bike just looks looks right in so many ways....

This bike just looks looks right in so many ways. Nothing flashy, just a beautiful ride.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-06-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,465
Posted By imabeliever1

A fun ride for all round cruising

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/9607e084_018d_4baf_8a78_8f1b2a7d03a5_de8bb70fe36e6b1296f6f5d28be5a0196c98ccb0.jpeg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-22, 07:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,125
Posted By imabeliever1

67 years young and enjoy fixed riding. I moved...

67 years young and enjoy fixed riding. I moved from S. Texas to Kentucky and lowered my gearing so that I could get around a bit easier. I use front and rear brakes to bleeed off speed on the hills...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-30-22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 966
Posted By imabeliever1

Have not tried the rack loaded. One thing I’ve...

Have not tried the rack loaded. One thing I’ve noticed is this rack is not quite far enough back for the bags to clear my heels.

The seat folks forward and should clear the rack without issue.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-30-22, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 966
Posted By imabeliever1

Latest Ride, Bike Friday first folder

Got this low mileage Pocket Llama. Regreased and adjusted hubs, waxed the chain and tweaked it to my liking.
I really like how it feels like a full size bike but handles super quick. Looking...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,112
Posted By imabeliever1

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/98c5dc33_a047_4331_a1e9_52de5c6a503d_7056914f67bb1fa383e0124fbcf0556e8094da54.jpeg
My mid-90’s Serotta. Technomic puts the bars in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 323
Posted By imabeliever1

Schwinn Sports Tourer brought back.

Helping a friend clear out an old bike shop and there under a pile of frames was this scruffy Schwinn . I had the wheels and rather than a building a geared bike, a single was born. Already have 2...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-22, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,911
Posted By imabeliever1

Thank you all for your informative replies. I do...

Thank you all for your informative replies. I do believe a set of Noodles is in my future. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,911
Posted By imabeliever1

Any downsides to Nitto Noodle handlebars?

The anatomical handlebars that came on my latest ride are not doing it for me. So, looking at the Nitto Noodle bars. I like the longer straight grip area on the drops. They also have a more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 414
Posted By imabeliever1

Serotta updated

I posted ,a while back, the as received pictures of a Serotta Colorado I received as a gift from the owner of a shop where I help out. These pictures are of the same bike after my first ride on it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-22, 09:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 401
Posted By imabeliever1

Box section rim, when were they used?

I’m planning to build some 9 speed wheels up with a set of NOS Weinmann 913 box section rims as shown in pic.

When did manufacturers go from the box section to deeper/aero rims? Would rims of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 559
Posted By imabeliever1

One of the others was a Specialized mtb setup as...

One of the others was a Specialized mtb setup as a street bike. The other was a 2013 Specialized carbon road bike.

I'll be changing the stem for a taller Nitto Technomic. Just not that flexible...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 559
Posted By imabeliever1

Gift

I help a friend in his shop most afternoons. An older gentleman donated 3 really nice bikes. This was one of them. Because it was nice and my size, Adam gave it to me. One heck of a present.
it is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-22, 05:09 AM
Replies: 6,485
Views: 777,926
Posted By imabeliever1

Thank you. I will shoot you a note after a cpl...

Thank you. I will shoot you a note after a cpl days.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 354
 
Page 1 of 8
1
2
3
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.