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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Boredom + owning a welder.

Boredom + owning a welder.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Maybe useful training for the 1 hour record? ...

Maybe useful training for the 1 hour record?
https://cdn-0.cycling-passion.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Graeme-Obree-Hour-Record.jpg?ezimgfmt=rs:600x593/rscb10/ng:webp/ngcb10
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Reason has prevailed. The price is now $200....

Reason has prevailed. The price is now $200. Maybe it was hard to justify how rare the bike is when there are four for sale in the LA area on CL.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Wow, so as I come out of the rabbit hole...

Wow, so as I come out of the rabbit hole apparently Raleigh made a “Team Record” bike, which was pretty low end but some frames were actually made from Reynolds 531. So, this isn’t a user created...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

genuine team raleigh fixie

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2096716877199490/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A269bf9d6-aeee-4b08-aafb-cd7046d86cf7

At first I thought,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-22, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Maybe they cut the bridge in order to "make it...

Maybe they cut the bridge in order to "make it easier" to cold set the frame to 130mm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

2022 Amish buggy

Ok, not a bike but it is vintage and non-motorized transportation so I'm saying that's close enough.

I'm not sure the poster knows what the word "restored" means. Has it been brought back to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-21, 06:52 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

Bianchi Trofeo in electric rose! I had a 59cm...

Bianchi Trofeo in electric rose! I had a 59cm which I sold to my father to buy a 57cm. I'm thinking that's a 1986 model. You don't see them every day (not in that color for sure!) My father still has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-21, 12:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,167
Posted By GregU

My Eroica bike @ Eroica. Vitus 979, Shimano Dura...

My Eroica bike @ Eroica. Vitus 979, Shimano Dura Ace 7400.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1481/img_20170409_155105_e2041d44c44b4ec29a17d30f6179df60b2486a32.jpg
View...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

And only one gear. Yes, the very rare...

And only one gear. Yes, the very rare mixtie-fixie. Super collectable.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,392
Posted By GregU

You are missing the point of the question, and...

You are missing the point of the question, and the primary goal of not buying bike-specific shoes. Restated,

"I ride a bike sometimes. I have shoes that will spend 95% of their time being used not...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-21, 10:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,359
Posted By GregU

Right. Don't buy upgrades; ride up grades.

Right. Don't buy upgrades; ride up grades.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,367
Posted By GregU

I bought those adapters to do Eroica California....

I bought those adapters to do Eroica California. It was so painful using cleats and toe straps again, I just went with touring shoes with SPD cleats (Giro Republic), but rode them on flat pedals for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-21, 07:38 PM
Replies: 85
Igh
Views: 7,024
Posted By GregU

Box 9 agrees with you. They have a variety of...

Box 9 agrees with you. They have a variety of options in the 1x9 space, and a philosophy on why 9 gears is the right number.

https://boxcomponents.com/collections/prime-9-filter
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-21, 11:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,937
Posted By GregU

Someone accidentally used the Columbus SLX male...

Someone accidentally used the Columbus SLX male molds instead of tubes?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-21, 11:21 AM
Replies: 85
Igh
Views: 7,024
Posted By GregU

SRAM has put quite a bit of money into the...

SRAM has put quite a bit of money into the premise that there is real value to getting rid of the front derailleur.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-21, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

They are both my "EV"s. My VW addiction consists...

They are both my "EV"s. My VW addiction consists of

1968 Kombi (Bus)
2001 Eurovan (aka EV) Weekender
2019 e-Golf
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-21, 05:43 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

That's not an EV, this is an EV! ...

That's not an EV, this is an EV!
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1008x756/ev_f3ca302aa4b963f596cdd8a6f111ade1e4feff62.jpeg

Clearly, I have a VW problem (it's worse than my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

Nice Westy! ...

Nice Westy!
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0932_583050531b7e04d5085bbe4431454a89cc4a5aa5.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-21, 08:25 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,947
Posted By GregU

I'm with you. I have a 1991 Witcomb made from...

I'm with you. I have a 1991 Witcomb made from Reynolds 531ST tubing. 3x7 gearing with Microshift brifters, 44x34x24 chainrings. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-21, 11:10 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,947
Posted By GregU

Or just buy a Surly. Steel frame, modern...

Or just buy a Surly. Steel frame, modern components, reasonably priced. https://surlybikes.com/

There are other similar volume production manufacturers of steel framed bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-21, 09:27 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,634
Posted By GregU

Here is a BF thread that starts with a 14 bike...

Here is a BF thread that starts with a 14 bike comparison from 1986, with all the bikes being aluminum or composite.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-21, 08:06 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

Trash Day

On my morning walk last trash day I saved this Iron Horse. Looks like I have a winter project.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-20, 12:32 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

He may have spelled it wrong, but he didn't put...

He may have spelled it wrong, but he didn't put the decimal point in the wrong place in the price.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

The wanted ad was posted ~2 weeks earlier than...

The wanted ad was posted ~2 weeks earlier than the bike ad.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

I like that he kept the Flickstand on the top...

I like that he kept the Flickstand on the top frame. Great attention to detail.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-20, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

It looks like that Circuit has a Shimano 600...

It looks like that Circuit has a Shimano 600 Arabesque groupo, which IIRC stopped being sold in 1983.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-20, 07:48 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 13,925
Posted By GregU

^^^^^^^^ This It is just a damming on the...

^^^^^^^^
This

It is just a damming on the quality of the "mechanic" that he saw a bent tube and (1) worked on the bike as if it wasn't there and (2) didn't say anything to you or the shop owner /...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-20, 07:33 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,477
Posted By GregU

I think you have it backwards. Why wear gloves?...

I think you have it backwards. Why wear gloves? You should justify the positive action, not the passive omission. For example, I rode my bike 11 miles to the post office (round trip). Did I wear my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-20, 08:01 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,081
Posted By GregU

I, too, really like the Soma Highway 1 bars. I...

I, too, really like the Soma Highway 1 bars. I have mine on my favorite quill stem, Nitto DynamicII. It's a great looking combination that works very well on my touring bike. The 0 degree rise/drop,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-20, 09:21 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

I'm guessing the key element is "abandoned" ...

I'm guessing the key element is "abandoned"

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/590999631609492/
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

No no, that fork is an upgrade! It's been...

No no, that fork is an upgrade! It's been modified to a new-style carbon fork like on a Pinarello!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-20, 06:51 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

But that is the drive side. The motor drive side!

But that is the drive side. The motor drive side!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 9,719
Posted By GregU

My dad bought a Witcomb from the factory in...

My dad bought a Witcomb from the factory in London in 1991. In 2018 he gave it to me because he could no longer straddle the top tube. I have to admit, the top tube is pretty high off the ground for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-20, 06:28 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

It's for the serious track athlete; less aero...

It's for the serious track athlete; less aero drag if the drivetrain is on the inside of the curves (vs. the outside). Great for your next 1 hour record attempt.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 24
N-1
Views: 2,365
Posted By GregU

Sold my Vitus 979 last weekend. I had 4 road...

Sold my Vitus 979 last weekend. I had 4 road bikes, 3 of them "vintage". I bought and built the Vitus for Eroica, and frankly it was an awesome bike for that. Light for the period and that flexy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 07:38 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Ok, after commenting on the comments, I guess I...

Ok, after commenting on the comments, I guess I should add some content. Anyone need an oil break?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 07:02 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

I get the criticism for no actual pictures of the...

I get the criticism for no actual pictures of the bike, but the pricing is reasonable. If you are looking for a used "buddy bike", good luck. I've never seen one outside of adaptive riding camps. If...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

I get the criticism for no actual pictures of the...

I get the criticism for no actual pictures of the bike, but the pricing is reasonable. If you are looking for a used "buddy bike", good luck. I've never seen one outside of adaptive riding camps. If...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 06:37 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

You realize there is a section called "Best of...

You realize there is a section called "Best of Craigslist", right? It's there for a reason and encourages this type of sales copy.

As for the price, I"m guessing he thinks he has a $100 bike with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-19, 09:03 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,238
Posted By GregU

Attached is a picture of a new chain, and a chain...

Attached is a picture of a new chain, and a chain ridden for 20 years (actually ridden regularly, not just left to sit). These chains have the same number of links. Feel free to draw your own...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-19, 06:52 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,220
Posted By GregU

For C&V bikes, I use these plastic caps. I have...

For C&V bikes, I use these plastic caps. I have them on 3 bikes.

https://www.arundelbike.com/store/#!/Bar-Tape-Clips/p/25152343/category=5832198
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-19, 11:41 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 16,961
Posted By GregU

+1 on the Nitto Dynamic stem and the Soma Highway...

+1 on the Nitto Dynamic stem and the Soma Highway 1 bars.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1653/witcomb_damascus_8aaf737da2cc4fea4eb5dac1370f69ccddfc94f4.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-19, 07:26 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

I think the wacky is that the bike was used as it...

I think the wacky is that the bike was used as it sits for triathlons, but the owner is selling it because apparently it can't be used for trail rides.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-19, 10:18 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,170
Posted By GregU

Yeah, the fork blades exit the head tube at an...

Yeah, the fork blades exit the head tube at an angle different than the head tube. Something is wrong there; most likely there is a bend at the steerer tube / fork crown joint (or nearby).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-19, 07:52 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Steel? Yes. Aluminum? No. Non-oversized aluminum...

Steel? Yes. Aluminum? No. Non-oversized aluminum tubes bonded 30+ years ago? Hell No!

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/frame-spacing.html
Frame/Fork Spacing AdjustmentIf your frame or fork is made of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-19, 05:49 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By GregU

Well, after someone jammed a 130mm rear 8 speed...

Well, after someone jammed a 130mm rear 8 speed hub into a 126mm aluminum rear triangle, I would not trust the back half of the frame either. Maybe the seat tube and the dropouts are good.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-19, 02:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,214
Posted By GregU

We have something on the east coast called...

We have something on the east coast called "Delaware". The ride below includes a bridge over the Nanticoke River which accounts for at least half of that elevation.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-19, 10:36 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 26,074
Posted By GregU

I picked it up from someone thinking I would use...

I picked it up from someone thinking I would use it for a project, but then went in a different direction. So I sold it. It was beautiful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-19, 08:28 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 26,074
Posted By GregU

If one leans towards the look of the Stronglight,...

If one leans towards the look of the Stronglight, I think the SR Royal, from the factory, is a better looking crank.
...
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