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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,645
Posted By geluzj

Thanks jasoninohio! The brake levers are Tektro...

Thanks jasoninohio! The brake levers are Tektro FL750. I really like the minimal look and how they use road cable ends, but I do miss having barrel adjusters. With the Dura Ace centerpulls, I have to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,929
Posted By geluzj

Thanks d2702...

Thanks d2702 (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/d2702-543689.html). I appreciate that!

The handlebars are Velo-Orange Porteur...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 03:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,929
Posted By geluzj

@d2702...

@d2702 (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/d2702-543689.html) I can't wait to see the build. I did a city build for my '72 Grand Sports. Here it is from today's ride, wearing 38c Soma Supple Vitesse...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-22, 07:39 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,645
Posted By geluzj

1972 Raleigh Grand Sports

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1600/956e55d0_bffd_471c_87d2_5f44329d55df_71877dfaa1e8c8767f43c16de88fdaf2812ce92a.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-22, 08:54 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 68,595
Posted By geluzj

Thanks! I considered the original Stronglight...

Thanks! I considered the original Stronglight with a single chainring, which would streamline the look a bit (I have an all-French build in the works that will get it). Ultimately, I opted for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-22, 08:50 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 68,595
Posted By geluzj

Thanks! I was going for a somewhat pared-down...

Thanks! I was going for a somewhat pared-down vibe, but the pinstripes do add some nice detail. The middle white panel, in particular, feels a little empty. Still not out of the question...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-22, 07:15 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 68,595
Posted By geluzj

One more pic

Requisite drive-side shot
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_7795_2f780bcdfead14836a2562dcb970b9fb9d0be771.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-22, 07:10 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 68,595
Posted By geluzj

My before-and-after Grand Sports

Picked up what I think is a 1972 Grand Sports. Sounds silly, but I became obsessed with Dura Ace centerpulls, which I found on ebay and refurbished. So, in a search for a new townie/commuter project,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-21, 03:43 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

Welcome Prunesquallor ! Great question! The key...

Welcome Prunesquallor !
Great question! The key is matching the chain to the cassette. So, 9-speed chain if using a 9-speed cassette to ensure the best rear shifting. I've found it doesn't matter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-21, 02:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,337
Posted By geluzj

samkl A bit of a bump for this thread... I wonder...

samkl A bit of a bump for this thread... I wonder if you landed on a solution. If you're still interested in running the Shimano 9 derailleurs and cassette, I'm a big fan of the Campy Athena...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-24-21, 12:46 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,411
Posted By geluzj

Timo 2.0 Awesome, thanks for the tip! I'll...

Timo 2.0 Awesome, thanks for the tip! I'll definitely try to track them down.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-24-21, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,411
Posted By geluzj

Timo 2.0 Beautiful! What brakes are those? I...

Timo 2.0
Beautiful! What brakes are those?
I built up your bike's spiritual cousin, albeit much less refined frame. I even routed the cables the same! I repainted this 2003 Redline Conquest Pro and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-21, 03:19 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,092
Posted By geluzj

victorm Awesome project, and very cool job on...

victorm Awesome project, and very cool job on the frame/build! Vintage 26ers with the big tires look great. I have to say I'm partial to the bullmoose bars. Perhaps keep those, but switch to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,634
Posted By geluzj

Lemond Zurich – custom COVID style

Here's what I've been tooling on for the last few months. Started out with my 1998 Lemond Zurich purchased in 2018. Immediately upgraded the shifters to Campy Athena 11 driving Dura Ace 7700 9-speed:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-20, 05:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,634
Posted By geluzj

Awesome... can't wait to see the final result....

Awesome... can't wait to see the final result. Love the fillet brazing and that color is incredible!
Forum: Commuting
06-28-18, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,549
Posted By geluzj

Alex A-Class CXD4 wheelset I installed these on...

Alex A-Class CXD4 wheelset
I installed these on my Giant Defy Advanced. They’ve been great. Reasonably lightweight at around 1,580 grams. I set them up tubeless with Schwalbe Pro One 28’s. This...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-17, 04:49 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 209,801
Posted By geluzj

Thanks for asking. It's okay, but not quite as...

Thanks for asking. It's okay, but not quite as comfortable for me as my favorite Selle Italia SLR Flow. I knew I should have transferred it off my other bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 209,801
Posted By geluzj

2016 Defy Advanced 3

Here's mine:
http://www.pedalroom.com/p/2016-giant-defy-advanced-3-32341_1.jpg
http://www.pedalroom.com/p/2016-giant-defy-advanced-3-32341_2.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-17, 07:35 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 26,484
Posted By geluzj

Schwalbe Pro Ones: so far, so good

My first foray into tubeless is with Schwalbe Pro One 28c on A-Class CXD4 wheels on a Giant Defy Advanced. Great deal: got them from probikekit.com for $80/pair with free shipping. I think I found an...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-16, 11:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,917
Posted By geluzj

Just bought these: A Class CXD-4...

Just bought these:
A Class CXD-4 Road/Cyclocross Disc Tubeless 700c Wheelset 9/10/11 Speed | eBay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-16, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

t_stew: indeed! It originally had Veloce on it......

t_stew: indeed! It originally had Veloce on it... if only Campy made it in 11-speed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-16, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

RiddleOfSteel: Thanks for vote of approval! The...

RiddleOfSteel: Thanks for vote of approval! The bike's definitely been a passion project, and it's great to get positive response.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-16, 04:43 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-16, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 570,932
Posted By geluzj

My Application for Membership

A couple of submissions:
1995 Bianchi Veloce, neo-retro with Campagnolo Potenza, carbon clinchers and fork
1999 Marin San Marino, with Shimergo wide-range triple setup of Campagnolo Athena,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-16, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

1995 Bianchi Veloce update

Posting again with some significant updates to the Bianchi Veloce (first shown in post #4915). Went Italian with the switch from Ultegra to Campagnolo Potenza. Went threadless and carbon with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-16, 09:56 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

Looks awesome! Cool find on the single-color...

Looks awesome! Cool find on the single-color scheme Schwinn. Most I've seen have the two-tone. It'll look great with the full Ultegra group. I'm assuming front shifting is fine with the 10/11 mix....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-15, 10:55 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

Agreed. Looks awesome! Model/specs on the stem?

Agreed. Looks awesome! Model/specs on the stem?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-15, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

neamatoad; icepick_trotsky: thanks!

neamatoad; icepick_trotsky: thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-15, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

Thanks! The CR1 is a Medium/54cm ETT. You can...

Thanks! The CR1 is a Medium/54cm ETT. You can check it built here: http://jgeluz.tumblr.com/2012scottcr1.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-15, 08:29 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

An honor, sir.

An honor, sir.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-15, 09:55 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,026
Posted By geluzj

This is, by far, my favorite forum. The builds...

This is, by far, my favorite forum. The builds posted here have been strongest in feeding by bicycle addiction. Here's my submission:

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1995...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-15, 08:00 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,515
Posted By geluzj

Awesome! Definitely a rebirth! Looks great. Did...

Awesome! Definitely a rebirth! Looks great. Did you take advantage of the 6800 wheelset and go tubeless?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-15, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,168
Posted By geluzj

If you don't mind an answer that's not...

If you don't mind an answer that's not definitive, I don't you can go wrong with either the Tarmac or the R2. They're designed with a similar goal, lightweight responsiveness with a good bit of...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-15, 06:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,045
Posted By geluzj

+1. I'll put my vote in for the Specialized...

+1. I'll put my vote in for the Specialized Echelon. Came down to great fit, nice looks, and great value.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-15, 06:37 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,515
Posted By geluzj

Definitely understanding of the LBS to do the...

Definitely understanding of the LBS to do the install for you. I try to shop local if the price is close, but when there's significant savings involved, it's only responsible to pay less.
Your bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-15, 09:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,340
Posted By geluzj

Even better! I'm also for the 2015, and the lower...

Even better! I'm also for the 2015, and the lower gear makes it a slam dunk.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,515
Posted By geluzj

mbw: I applaud your intention to keep your...

mbw: I applaud your intention to keep your current frame: if you enjoy it, then no need to change! I also like the thought of an upgrade to breathe new life into it. From personal experience, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-15, 10:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 18,478
Posted By geluzj

+1 OP: This is my main question: why the...

+1

OP: This is my main question: why the upgrade? If you want more performance, I think the consensus is that you won't get much by going with Ultegra 6700 10-speed. If it's for aesthetics, then...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-15, 11:27 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,334
Posted By geluzj

Great choices of frame and components! Can't wait...

Great choices of frame and components! Can't wait to see the build. The white accents on the 3T bits are way cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-14, 09:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,127
Posted By geluzj

400229 Here's mine... Just built this up. 2013...

400229
Here's mine... Just built this up. 2013 Orion with a mash-up of components. Love the ride; fares favorably to my Scott CR1. Nice balance of handling and comfort. Great to know there's strong...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-13, 08:29 PM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 179,380
Posted By geluzj

Love the challenge of building up a hot bike for...

Love the challenge of building up a hot bike for less, although I agree that it shouldn't be too hard to put something together for less than 2K. That being said, I just added up mine and was...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-13, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,507
Posted By geluzj

Love this thread! Everyone's posts of excellent...

Love this thread! Everyone's posts of excellent titanium rigs inspired me to to build up my own and post it here...
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2004 Litespeed Firenze frame found on eBay, built up with...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-13, 11:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,811
Posted By geluzj

I was shopping in this price range for a while...

I was shopping in this price range for a while and was intrigued by these:...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-12, 10:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,920
Posted By geluzj

I've been considering a carbon fork for my steel...

I've been considering a carbon fork for my steel 2000 Marin San Marino (it was spec'd with a 1" steel threadless fork). Here's one listed on ebay:...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-11, 02:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By geluzj

I'd say the biggest upgrade/difference will be...

I'd say the biggest upgrade/difference will be going to an all-carbon frame. You'll definitely get a smoother, less-harsh ride, resulting in more comfort. Another, not-insignificant, change will be...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,499
Posted By geluzj

Having owned carbon-, aluminum- and steel-framed...

Having owned carbon-, aluminum- and steel-framed bikes, I realize that I prefer the ride quality of steel. Granted, my experience is limited, having only owned a circa 1999 Trek OCLV. I admit to a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-11, 09:17 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,499
Posted By geluzj

OP: great topic. Nice one to jump in on for my...

OP: great topic. Nice one to jump in on for my first post.

While I appreciate carbon, I've become a steel fan. I just can't deny the glassy ride quality. I've got three, all set up to...
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