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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-19, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1,875
Views: 714,817
Posted By iamacat

Awesome! Thank you so much. Where did you get...

Awesome! Thank you so much. Where did you get that info if you don't mind me asking?

So measure from the middle of the BB to the top of the seat tube? Are the measurements on Brown's page within...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-19, 10:54 AM
Replies: 1,875
Views: 714,817
Posted By iamacat

Looked at this one on Craigslist:...

Looked at this one on Craigslist: https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-bianchi-volpe-touring-commuting/6959499578.html

Wondering if anyone has any info on this model? What about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-19, 05:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

No reason, there's just not a lot of these. And...

No reason, there's just not a lot of these. And the 700c bikes out there generally don't have a lot of clearance for bigger tires. Touring models being the exception but those aren't common. Steel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-19, 04:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

What kind of brakes did you use and what, if any...

What kind of brakes did you use and what, if any issues, did you encounter with them?

As far as the cost picture I'm mostly looking at 2 possibilities:
1. No keeper parts. Swap out all the parts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-19, 04:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

Maybe nothing is wrong with good ones. I don't...

Maybe nothing is wrong with good ones. I don't know. Just all of the ones I've tried were terrible compared to the dual-pivots on my road bike. From what I've read online the dual pivots are a newer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 04:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

They look great! How about a brief summary of...

They look great! How about a brief summary of each one? Were these 27" to 700c conversions?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

The 58cms are a bit small. Will look into that...

The 58cms are a bit small. Will look into that Miyata (it's kinda far. To get to Bainbridge you need to take a ferry or drive a long way.)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-19, 02:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

That's correct. And really the main reason is...

That's correct. And really the main reason is that I don't see a lot of good, cheap steel 700c bikes with good clearance for ~30mm tires and fenders for sale in my area. There are a TON of 27" bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 01:04 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

I do plan on panniers and definitely paying...

I do plan on panniers and definitely paying attention to chain stay lengths.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-16-19, 12:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 828
Posted By iamacat

That's the one! Thoughts?

That's the one! Thoughts?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 11:57 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Don't really want cantis specifically, just want...

Don't really want cantis specifically, just want good brakes that'll allow me to run my 30mm-ish tires with fenders. I'll probably swap out the brakes for a more modern dual pivot if it has a center...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 11:09 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

The tires don't need to be really wide. I'd be...

The tires don't need to be really wide. I'd be okay with 28mm. WITH fenders though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 11:08 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Looks amazing! Pretty much exactly what I want....

Looks amazing! Pretty much exactly what I want. Were there issues with the brakes when going down to 700c?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 02:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Wow, that rockhopper looks really cool. I realize...

Wow, that rockhopper looks really cool. I realize you're making the opposite argument but that picture makes me want to do the same thing!

Yes, though, I'm a roadie and would prefer a road bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 10:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

I don't think ALL the old bikes had good...

I don't think ALL the old bikes had good clearance for fenders and wide tires. At least not all of the old ones I've looked at...






Awesome! I'll check out Bikeworks for sure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 10:40 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Cool, I'll look out for those models!

Cool, I'll look out for those models!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 10:29 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

MTB idea seems intriguing. I hadn't really...

MTB idea seems intriguing. I hadn't really thought of that yet since I'm more of a roadie and want to go "fast" on my commute. Would it be possible to replace the groupset on an old MTB with 130mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 10:26 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Thanks for all of the replies! Sorry I couldn't...

Thanks for all of the replies! Sorry I couldn't reply back. The forums wouldn't let me make more than 5 posts in 24 hours since I'm new. I also can't access my PMs yet (until I have 10 posts)!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

I'm 6'2" so looking for at least 60cm, maybe up...

I'm 6'2" so looking for at least 60cm, maybe up to 63cm.

Not super confident but I made a little checklist for myself:
-Check for dents on tubes by feel and visually
-Check that chainstays are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-19, 10:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

Any recommendations for frames/forks that'll...

Any recommendations for frames/forks that'll work? I would like a Surly (or something else designed for this purpose) for sure but wanted to see if I could save some money by fixing up an older bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,899
Posted By iamacat

Good old frames for commuter

What are some good classic frames for commuting? Specifically interested in being able to fit larger tires (~30mm, hopefully more) with fenders because that's just what I need to do here in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-14-19, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 828
Posted By iamacat

Schwinn Super Le Tour

Seller is in Seattle and wants $280. Seem reasonable?

The bike is clean and has been refreshed (hubs/BB/headset greased, chain lubed, thoroughly cleaned). Serial # SG578993. Shifters are both...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-19, 09:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,991
Posted By iamacat

Modifying old bikes for commuting

Hey all,

My idea is to take an old bike with 27" wheels, replace the wheelset with 700c, swap out the old center-pull calipers for some long-reach dual-pivots like the Tektro R559 and thus gain...
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