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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

I managed to fit some Shimano BR-CX50 Brakes on...

I managed to fit some Shimano BR-CX50 Brakes on the front. Mission accomplished, with some really good stopping power! Recently completed a 1300km cycle tour. This bike is smooth like a hot knife...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 01:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Even with the original wheelset I had, the Tekros...

Even with the original wheelset I had, the Tekros I had were a little tight (picture is above)

I think i'll have a final throw of the dice and try a pair of Shimano BR-CX50 with the Thinlines
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 12:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

I blindly had some DT TK540 wheels built up and...

I blindly had some DT TK540 wheels built up and I’m disappointed to find that the front brake post mounts are too close for me to get optimum adjustment of the pads… gutted!

Just wondering if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-20, 04:37 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 69,745
Posted By Rodrider88

I’m sticking a bit of a burlier rear wheel on...

I’m sticking a bit of a burlier rear wheel on mine to prepare it for tougher touring and with the 105 hub I can go 8-11speed. Originally, i was thinking of going 2x10 but I’m unsure.

Has anyone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 07:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,558
Posted By Rodrider88

Sure, but I guess I need to change the cups in...

Sure, but I guess I need to change the cups in that case?

im wondering if the cartridge bearings from a threadless headset can work with a standard 1” threaded
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-20, 05:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Now the knee is almost healed, I'm just awaiting...

Now the knee is almost healed, I'm just awaiting the global pandemic to clear off. I have has since done some domestic touring on it and it has been a joy.

The rear wheel did feel a bit flimsy and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-20, 05:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,558
Posted By Rodrider88

Threadless headset to threaded fork help

After a lot of searching and digging around I’ve finally given up the ghost regarding this headset on a bike frame I’ve inherited.

The previous owner has put in an aheadset quill stem...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-20, 12:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Making slow progress with it, but i'm not far off...

Making slow progress with it, but i'm not far off being pretty happy now. Unfortunately my next bike tour is on ice as I tore my ACL playing football.... but it was nice to get out a bit with some...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-19, 12:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,012
Posted By Rodrider88

Good information! thanks! Does anyone know...

Good information! thanks!

Does anyone know off the top of their head which BB Thread this model will likely have (without me opening up - It's back at my parents place at the minute and I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-19, 03:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,234
Posted By Rodrider88

Bianchi Mixte identification

A friend of mine had this Bianchi Mixte stored away, but I’m drawing up a blank with regards to its origin.

Serial number is stamped on the non driveside dropout, has some rather ugly stem...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-06-19, 04:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,012
Posted By Rodrider88

I feel like I'm learning a lot messing around...

I feel like I'm learning a lot messing around with this bike and I have another question regarding the chroming.

It appears the forks are chromed, at least at the dropouts - but how about the rest...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-19, 03:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,677
Posted By Rodrider88

Nice build! Which racks do you have both front...

Nice build! Which racks do you have both front and rear?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,677
Posted By Rodrider88

yeah, that's the one. A barrel adjuster, I have...

yeah, that's the one. A barrel adjuster, I have since found one lying around.. I just forgot what should have been there!

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-19, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,157
Posted By Rodrider88

A Bridgestone Mixte...when? where? how? who?

Hi Folks,

Recently picked up this Bridgestone Mixte, and the only Bridgestone Mixtes I've seen have been the 300, 400 range. This one, however, has no such decals - it's just 'Bridgestone' all...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-13-19, 03:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,012
Posted By Rodrider88

Hi Again, I've been meaning to respond to...

Hi Again,

I've been meaning to respond to this thread... I noticed there is a stamping of '73' on the seat tube lug. Is there any idea what this could be?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-19, 05:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Is this due to the angle or due to the brake pads...

Is this due to the angle or due to the brake pads on these Tektros?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-19, 01:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,677
Posted By Rodrider88

Hi Folks! Loving this thread and everything...

Hi Folks!

Loving this thread and everything on show..

re: OP - So much for your build being a stealth bike! ;) Looking fantastic, though.

I have a question for my -87 1000, which I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

I’ve since noticed that there is a spacer that I...

I’ve since noticed that there is a spacer that I can use to adjust, so I think it’s gonna be all good!

Just the frustrating case of trying to get hold of a couple of brake cable barrel adjusters...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-19, 02:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Hmmm, so are these then too narrow? I know these...

Hmmm, so are these then too narrow? I know these are supposed to be the wide angle cantilevers but now I’m unsure whether it’s the lugs that are too narrow as you mentioned... as pictured they are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 06:53 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 69,745
Posted By Rodrider88

As purchased, I’ll provide a component rundown...

As purchased, I’ll provide a component rundown tomorrow!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 06:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Yup, I’m totally ignoring there arabesque stuff...

Yup, I’m totally ignoring there arabesque stuff now. My thinking here was only because the bike came with a cheap stem and flat handlebar setup, therefore with a SIS thumb shifter for the RD and a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 10:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Thanks- Looking for a Nitto but unsure which...

Thanks- Looking for a Nitto but unsure which angle/ reach will work for me at the moment
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 09:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Serial number is PA60681, but this is a model...

Serial number is PA60681, but this is a model supplied in Sweden, so it may draw a blank when comparing to the US market Miyata
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 06:34 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

I'm actually just looking at bar end shifters...

I'm actually just looking at bar end shifters now, but struggling to know what to go for. The current set up has indexing on the RD and friction on the front. I have been can't seem to get hold of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-19, 06:05 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Will do! Where is this new Miyata 1000 thread on...

Will do! Where is this new Miyata 1000 thread on here?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-19, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Yeah, they have a different head tube decal, the...

Yeah, they have a different head tube decal, the painted on sweeping 'M' and the painted on badge with a gear. I must say I'm more of a big fan of the US designs, but after riding my 3 week old (to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-19, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Arghhh... I think I’ll have to go for it...

Arghhh... I think I’ll have to go for it unfortunately, only to selflessly stop someone else stumbling into making such a mistake
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-19, 07:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Nice paint job on the Mixte! Ok, that...

Nice paint job on the Mixte!

Ok, that explains the greeny-grey metallic paint job on most I encounter!

You don't happen to know if this Sjöstrand Bike Company are still in existence do you?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-19, 04:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Thanks for all the feedback, I’ve actually...

Thanks for all the feedback, I’ve actually happened across another very similar 912 here (not sure of the year on this one), which looks in fantastic condition.

A japan made, triple butted and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-26-19, 05:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,012
Posted By Rodrider88

Thanks, T-Mar! Silly me, I was using the...

Thanks, T-Mar!

Silly me, I was using the Serial number information on Sheldon's page for the American made Raleighs. Now the 1977 makes more sense!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-26-19, 12:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,012
Posted By Rodrider88

Raleigh Team Rapide 1972

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/909426f1_1925_4dcc_8f59_33c9dcc0716d_8a5b690de8763d24ccbe49cf697cfeb33c893eed.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-19, 03:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,167
Posted By Rodrider88

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

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/efa62e88_9f20_485b_b218_d247081f49b0_ceed1963ae29d056c4ef676e1994d0e416271b4a.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-19, 12:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Thanks for the information, folks! I’ll be...

Thanks for the information, folks!

I’ll be going for the slow and steady build I think, so before I strap up a nice SR handlebar with the brooks tape and all that, I’ll go for the basic controls:...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-25-19, 12:19 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 27,917
Posted By Rodrider88

Always wear one. Thought it was ok to not wear...

Always wear one. Thought it was ok to not wear one if I was popping to the shops down the road... until I was hit full speed by a car and flipped up onto the windscreen... cracking my head on the top...
Forum: Touring
06-25-19, 12:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,255
Posted By Rodrider88

I did Banff to Jasper last August, 3 days was all...

I did Banff to Jasper last August, 3 days was all it took us, despite some serious rain!

There are only a couple of considerable ups, as I recall... and then some really long swooping downs that...
Forum: Introductions
06-25-19, 12:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,223
Posted By Rodrider88

Hello there! Also new to the forums, living in...

Hello there! Also new to the forums, living in Sweden currently
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 02:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,970
Posted By Rodrider88

Identify this Peugeot? (Early 80s I think!)

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x960/4fdbc2eb_5786_48b0_9431_8d1035f41b48_105bceeebfbcbc3072e7316f7d6dc50a239be2a9.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 12:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/7e0203a1_0342_47f0_ae61_3f5321ac0dab_9a163d87f3bc434ffc44398a7b2aca912f59e191.jpeg


Interesting, this explains my Miyata 1000 as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 08:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

The serial number from the receipt is OA41521. As...

The serial number from the receipt is OA41521. As searched - 'O' appears to be 1986... although the catalogue that year was black with a pink headtube.

I must just add - I'm based in Sweden, this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 07:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Thanks! I’m looking forward to getting out and...

Thanks! I’m looking forward to getting out and about on this one!

I’ve asked for the serial number to confirm the year, but I’ve looked through a few of the catalogues and there is no sign of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 06:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,539
Posted By Rodrider88

Just purchased myself an ‘89 Miyata 912

Couldn’t resist sticking a bid in for it at ~$220.

Kitted out with mainly Shimano 600 gear and with the Araya rims. However, for some reason I couldn’t find this paint job in the catalogues… which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 06:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,140
Posted By Rodrider88

New Miyata 9-12 (1989)

Hi All!

Just purchased myself an ‘89 Miyata 912. Couldn’t resist sticking a bid in for it at ~$220.

Kitted out with mainly Shimano 600 gear and with the Araya rims. However, for some reason I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-19, 07:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,815
Posted By Rodrider88

Newly purchased Miyata 1000

Hello all!

I just purchased a lovely 87 Miyata 1000! The frame in fantastic condition and a lot of original parts (though, a cheapo stem and handlebar setup)

It got me wondering about the...
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