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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-22, 06:53 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,460
Posted By BocaJr

I'm partial to the Panaracer GravelKing SK's in...

I'm partial to the Panaracer GravelKing SK's in 26 x2.1. They weigh in at 590 grams. I have a set on my Bridgestone and a set on a '94 Specialized Stumpy MTB to drop bar conversion I completed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-22, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,460
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks! Lots of inspiration on this thread you...

Thanks! Lots of inspiration on this thread you started. Thanks again.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-22, 07:28 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,460
Posted By BocaJr

'91 Bridgestone MB-1

Picked up this MB-1 about two years ago. I tried it in its original configuration, but was never really comfortable on it. I thought about a drop bar conversion, but decided to go with an upright...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 08:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,298
Posted By BocaJr

Great find! Looks to be a '91. The decals can be...

Great find! Looks to be a '91. The decals can be pretty fragile and flake off easily.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-22, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 758
Posted By BocaJr

Kurt, thanks for the info. Very timely topic, for...

Kurt, thanks for the info. Very timely topic, for me at least. I just picked up a '75 DL-1 with the original tires, so I'll probably be needing some new tires in the near future.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-22, 01:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,139
Posted By BocaJr

Quicksilver movie poster still up!

Kevin Bacon reacts to ad still on display. Can't believe it's still posted.

Kevin Bacon Hilariously Reacts to His 1986 Ad Still on Display in N.Y.C. Subway Station: 'WTF!' (yahoo.com)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-22, 07:20 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,715,304
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks! Those are the Surly Truck Stop bars. The...

Thanks! Those are the Surly Truck Stop bars. The bars give another 30mm of rise and come in various widths, up to 48 cm
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 966
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks everyone for the comments. I'm thinking...

Thanks everyone for the comments. I'm thinking the same as you. I really didn't have my heart set on acquiring the bike. I just planned to contact the seller after it sat for about two weeks, and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-05-22, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 966
Posted By BocaJr

Mercian Professional

This one popped up on a local FB Marketplace, and lasted all of one day with these bad photos. It looks to be an early 70’s Mercian Professional in a 23” frame, with the sloping fork crown. Missing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-22, 04:50 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,715,304
Posted By BocaJr

It's the Happy Stem from Velo Orange. Yeah, with...

It's the Happy Stem from Velo Orange. Yeah, with these vintage MTB's, the trick is in getting the handlebars higher and closer to the saddle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 01:39 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,715,304
Posted By BocaJr

IDK, a silver stem with black handlebars, it's a...

IDK, a silver stem with black handlebars, it's a no for me. Especially, since the bike is equipped with black hubs, black FD, black RD, black crank arms, black canti brakes and a black headset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-22, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,715,304
Posted By BocaJr

'94 Specialized Stumpjumper

Picked this one up last year with the intention of doing a drop bar conversion. It was in good original condition. Slowly built it up. Finally got it dirty today! Nice nimble ride.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-26-21, 08:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,004
Posted By BocaJr

I'll take one pair. PM incoming!

I'll take one pair. PM incoming!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-21, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

+1 for the Carradice Zipped Roll. In pre-COVID-19...

+1 for the Carradice Zipped Roll. In pre-COVID-19 times, SJS Cycles had very good prices with reasonable shipping.


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,584
Posted By BocaJr

There's a spare bulb inside at the bottom of the...

There's a spare bulb inside at the bottom of the case. Try that bulb, Good Luck!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-20, 01:29 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,121,399
Posted By BocaJr

1991 Bridgestone MB-1

Picked this up about two months ago off CL. Looks to be mostly original, down to the dork disc and wheel reflectors! Plan to ride it before making any major changes. Just made a few minor changes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,014
Posted By BocaJr

Great find, with the original grips! That should...

Great find, with the original grips! That should clean up nicely


For the Love of English 3 speeds is a thread in the Classic & Vintage section with a wealth of information. Also, look up Sheldon...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-20, 03:16 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

I'm not an expert by any means, but it looks like...

I'm not an expert by any means, but it looks like a Phillips to me. Mid 50's
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-20, 11:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By BocaJr

Good stuff!! The '85 looks like a 21" frame.

Good stuff!! The '85 looks like a 21" frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,102
Posted By BocaJr

Yeah, I still have the '83 720. I just couldn't...

Yeah, I still have the '83 720. I just couldn't pass up all this fun for $40! Another case of a cheap project costing in the long run. LOL
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,102
Posted By BocaJr

I don't want to hijack Sjtaylor's thread, but...

I don't want to hijack Sjtaylor's thread, but here's a few pics. Stuck seatpost, stuck BB cups, bent derailleur hanger and someone bludgeoned the NDS chain stay and seat tube, perhaps someone...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-20, 08:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,058
Posted By BocaJr

Keep and restore it! Don't let it get go!! RJ the...

Keep and restore it! Don't let it get go!! RJ the Bike Guy on youtube is your friend with servicing the front Dynohub. Good luck and keep us posted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,102
Posted By BocaJr

Nice work! Looks like a comfortable cockpit ready...

Nice work! Looks like a comfortable cockpit ready for many miles. I just finished up an '85 Trek 720 in real bad shape, no racks left. Put it back mostly stock.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-20, 07:37 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 381,107
Posted By BocaJr

Yes I did. I’m usually not one to modify...

Yes I did. I’m usually not one to modify components or frames, but I did in this case. I guess I really didn’t do my homework, since I thought the Tektros would work. I grounded the slots, but it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-20, 09:17 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 381,107
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks! This thread with many bikes like yours...

Thanks! This thread with many bikes like yours were a big help in this build. I wish I was better at documenting with pictures throughout a build. This was a $50 CL acquisition needing a lot of work....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 381,107
Posted By BocaJr

1982 Trek 613

This is the twin to natterberry's 614


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-19, 07:20 PM
Replies: 482
Views: 115,561
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks for the praise on the build. Yes, I did...

Thanks for the praise on the build. Yes, I did find a proper frame pump. Also, made a few changes. Put on a Nitto Technomic stem with north road handlebars and city brake levers. Added a Brooks B67...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-10-19, 07:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,368
Posted By BocaJr

I'm interested in one of the Cardiff Kilgetty...

I'm interested in one of the Cardiff Kilgetty saddle bags.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-19, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,116
Posted By BocaJr

Very nice! That's in real good condition. I...

Very nice! That's in real good condition. I recently did a refurbish/service on a very similar Robin Hood Sports from the same era, late 60's, which wasn't half as nice as yours. With your fitment...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-19, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,556
Posted By BocaJr

Welcome back!

Welcome back!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

1951 Raleigh Sports "C" Tourist

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Just picked this up off FB Marketplace. It needs some work, looks to have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-19, 06:07 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

Just finished the Robin Hood Sports. I must admit...

Just finished the Robin Hood Sports. I must admit it has been 'Raleigh-fied' to some extent. A Raleigh crankset, headlamp bracket and seatpost binder bolt. I've been cruising mostly in 1st gear and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,622
Posted By BocaJr

I picked up an '85 Trek 620 with a 19" frame a...

I picked up an '85 Trek 620 with a 19" frame a few months ago for my daughter. I know, pics or it didn't happen. It was equipped with the Shimano XT MC-70 cantilever brakes with Shimano levers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-19, 07:26 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

Robin Hood Sports...The good, the bad and the ugly!

Just picked up this Robin Hood. The AW hub is dated 61, but there is a serial number on the top of the seat lug and 6 1/2" crank arm (perhaps an early 70's flavor with an older replacement rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,804
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks for the info, found it here: ...

Thanks for the info, found it here:

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/731167-16-cotter-press.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-19, 05:26 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 15,644
Posted By BocaJr

Another Pinarello

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-19, 05:55 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,587
Posted By BocaJr

A....is for Atala!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-19, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 532,624
Posted By BocaJr

74 Super Course Mk II

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-19, 09:27 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,584
Posted By BocaJr

4 bikes for $40 on Craigslist

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-18, 04:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,766
Posted By BocaJr

Very nice find, for just "Another 80's Trek". It...

Very nice find, for just "Another 80's Trek". It should clean up rather nicely. The dirt and grime disguise that beautiful Dark Pewter Dupont Imron paint! My 720 turned out nicely after a good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-18, 01:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,594
Posted By BocaJr

After reading this tread, I decided to try some...

After reading this tread, I decided to try some 700C wheels on my recent refurb of my '83 720 for fun. I still have the original black Rigidi 700C wheelset from my '86 Trek 400 sitting in the garage....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-18, 06:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,158
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks SM! Nothing outside of regular maintenance...

Thanks SM! Nothing outside of regular maintenance in bringing it back. All the original components were still in good shape, so I decided to stick with it. I guess the hardest thing was trying to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-18, 09:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,718
Posted By BocaJr

Thanks! It measured 27 5/8". We must be close in...

Thanks! It measured 27 5/8". We must be close in height. I guess my optimal frame size would be 55cm. I can ride a 54cm or 56cm, but prefer the larger frame size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-18, 05:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,718
Posted By BocaJr

Just finished the refurb. I got started on this...

Just finished the refurb. I got started on this back in April, but then life got in the way. Kept it mostly original for now. Still thinking about fenders. Enjoy!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-18, 04:53 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 672,467
Posted By BocaJr

1983 Trek 720

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-18, 04:45 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,158
Posted By BocaJr

It turned out to be a real cream puff! It was...

It turned out to be a real cream puff! It was pretty grungy when I found it, but all original. I just went through it, servicing/cleaning it up and replacing consumables. I actually just finished up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-18, 09:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,158
Posted By BocaJr

1983 Trek 720

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-18, 07:03 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,399
Posted By BocaJr

My first resto was a 72 Schwinn Super Sport in...

My first resto was a 72 Schwinn Super Sport in Kool Lemon acquired in May 2016. The biggest and longest challenge was a stuck stem. It took about two weeks of penetrating oils, but no success. In the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-18, 10:24 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 35,417
Posted By BocaJr

72 Schwinn Super Sport

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Sold this fillet brazed beauty about one year ago.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-25-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,386
Posted By BocaJr

I'll take one of the Duopar Eco Rd's and the...

I'll take one of the Duopar Eco Rd's and the Suntour barcons. Thanks!
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