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03-28-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 487
Posted By romperrr

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised...

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised that measuring CTT vs CTC would render a bike unridable, seems like a difference of a few centimeters at best. I guess it's good for you though. Enjoy...
03-26-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2,610
Views: 667,545
Posted By romperrr

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I...

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I had no idea Trek even made 753 frames and I consider myself a fan of Treks! Do keep us updated on your plans, I'd love to see this bike refurbed and on...
03-22-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 246
Posted By romperrr

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great,...

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great, haven't seen a mountech RD with those graphics before. Would make a great round town bike.
03-21-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,649
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an...

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an Italian city bike project I've neglected. Once I get it presentable, I'll post in this thread.
03-20-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 688
Posted By romperrr

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm...

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm interested for my own records. robertj298
03-15-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By romperrr

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever...

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever bought this frame... could you considering selling it to yours truly?
03-14-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,046
Posted By romperrr

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks...

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks fixable.
03-13-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 267
Posted By romperrr

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I...

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I haven't tried those bar before but they look interesting.
03-08-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 51,913
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet...

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet to try my hand at bag making and I'll certainly be referencing your post when I do!
03-08-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 218
Posted By romperrr

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's...

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's a beautiful, made in USA, CF frame!
03-07-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,020
Posted By romperrr

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks...

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
03-07-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS
03-05-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 541
Posted By romperrr

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you...

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you already have a headset and bottom bracket, if there are any threading issues (I don't think AD used anything besides ISO, but I've been wrong before!)...
03-05-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By romperrr

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b...

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b Paramounts, I agree it does make since for smaller frames. Anyone around here have a 26inch/650b Paramount?
03-02-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,614
Posted By romperrr

I need to know more about this bike, please.

I need to know more about this bike, please.
03-02-24, 02:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,603
Posted By romperrr

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an...

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an interesting one, certainly don't see many people putting stem shifters on paramounts! I appreciate that they'll be schwinn approved and I'm pleased it...
03-01-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By romperrr

seems to me like a great price on some excellent...

seems to me like a great price on some excellent wheels. GLWS
02-27-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 273
Posted By romperrr

Your meticulous records are certainly...

Your meticulous records are certainly appreciated, thanks Jim!
02-26-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,859
Posted By romperrr

You can't tease us with that statement without a...

You can't tease us with that statement without a picture of the bike....
02-23-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,628
Posted By romperrr

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest...

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest it was a blast. I really enjoyed meeting members whom I've only know digitally for years. It was lovely to be in a room with all those lovely bikes...
02-22-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,859
Posted By romperrr

Wow, great score! Build it with what you can for...

Wow, great score! Build it with what you can for now and gradually upgrade as your finances allow. I'm so glad to hear you got this frame after pining for it for so long.
02-22-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 918
Posted By romperrr

The catalog page for those interested. If it was...

The catalog page for those interested. If it was 22.5 I'd have bought it. These early 80's sport-touring treks really do both well, with the rack braze-ons and ability to take 32's with ease, it's an...
02-20-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 835
Posted By romperrr

I used your site years ago to ID my P8 and it...

I used your site years ago to ID my P8 and it started my vintage bike journey. Thank you for all that you do.
02-14-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 199
Posted By romperrr

I believe I can speak on behalf of our group when...

I believe I can speak on behalf of our group when I say, "yes, please post here as well"
02-13-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 83,069
Views: 14,039,658
Posted By romperrr

Interesting 60's Paramount - 60 cm $475

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/918573752910981

Townie build with nice parts include a kickback hub. If anyone is interested in splitting this, I could actually use the wheelset and can...
02-13-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,938
Posted By romperrr

Sourcing parts might (will) put you over your...

Sourcing parts might (will) put you over your $500 budget. It's a nice looking frame, spread for modern hubs, though I'm not familiar with Columbus Formula 2 tubing. If I were you, I'd look around...
02-13-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By romperrr

Boy howdy, that is a smokin deal

Boy howdy, that is a smokin deal
02-08-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 83,069
Views: 14,039,658
Posted By romperrr

^^^ if that Soma was one size smaller I'd be...

^^^ if that Soma was one size smaller I'd be looking for a way to get it to me. Great bike.
02-06-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 911
Posted By romperrr

Amazing rebuild, great work.

Amazing rebuild, great work.
02-06-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,036
Posted By romperrr

I'm interested! PM'd

I'm interested! PM'd
02-06-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 713
Posted By romperrr

Warning Modern Content - Tanglefoot Moonshiner

Interesting write up about a (gasp) modern bike. Sharing it with you esteemed people here as the reviewer likens the geometry to bicycles 100 years ago and also discusses the evolution of bike fit...
02-05-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,270
Posted By romperrr

Very cool, thanks for sharing.

Very cool, thanks for sharing.
02-01-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 75,155
Posted By romperrr

^^^ great way to start off this year's thread!

^^^ great way to start off this year's thread!
02-01-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 229
Posted By romperrr

Interesting spread. I enjoyed reading the...

Interesting spread. I enjoyed reading the contemplations and reviews from this article. It's interesting to read the what the author highlights as noteworthy. It might be fascinating to compare this...
02-01-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 470
Posted By romperrr

I'm in the sell camp as well. It would be a...

I'm in the sell camp as well. It would be a significant undertaking to acquire all the parts for to mount this chainring on something and unless you have a large budget AND large desire to see it...
01-31-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 604
Posted By romperrr

Lovely frames. I have one in my size and its a...

Lovely frames. I have one in my size and its a true "sport-tourer" in terms of ride feel. Sportier than my Miyata 1000 yet Tour-ier than my Lemonds.
01-31-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By romperrr

Great job! You're inspiring me to do something...

Great job! You're inspiring me to do something similar. Looking forward to seeing it with the Calvin and Hobbes stickers. I loved reading those comics as a kid and occasionally return to them. I...
01-30-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 708
Posted By romperrr

I keep looking at this and telling myself I don't...

I keep looking at this and telling myself I don't need it, but keep coming back and telling myself that I want it. Might you be at the Chicago swap next weekend and bringing this beauty along?
01-29-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 562
Posted By romperrr

Very cool! Nice to see the company still doing...

Very cool! Nice to see the company still doing what it does. Thanks for sharing.
01-24-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 344
Posted By romperrr

Wow, beautiful bike.

Wow, beautiful bike.
01-17-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,239
Posted By romperrr

I'm making arrangements to come and just sent you...

I'm making arrangements to come and just sent you a PM. For those wondering, the Bike Swap is on Sunday, Feb. 11, looks to be a good one.
01-11-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,167
Posted By romperrr

That is a gorgeous bike. Love the lugs. I bet...

That is a gorgeous bike. Love the lugs. I bet there isn't another one like it.
01-11-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 13,813
Posted By romperrr

Nicely, nicely done.

Nicely, nicely done.
01-09-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,384
Posted By romperrr

This is painfully cool. Thanks for sharing!

This is painfully cool. Thanks for sharing!
01-09-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 750
Posted By romperrr

I'm of the camp that the stem and post don't need...

I'm of the camp that the stem and post don't need to match. Sometimes the contrast can provide some visual intrigue like SurferRosa 's example above, especially with those white brake hoods.
01-09-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,057
Posted By romperrr

Lovely frame. I'm impressed the Hetchins registry...

Lovely frame. I'm impressed the Hetchins registry keeps such precise records. GLWS
01-08-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7,673
Views: 903,230
Posted By romperrr

It bike is painful to look at as it is so...

It bike is painful to look at as it is so beautiful! Agreed on the gumwalls, they look great!
12-22-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 678
Posted By romperrr

well boy howdy, that is a smokin deal especially...

well boy howdy, that is a smokin deal especially with the new chain, cassette, SLX, and cables. I gotta get my De Rosa up and running before i buy any more racey Italian bikes, but at this price it's...
12-21-23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 83,069
Views: 14,039,658
Posted By romperrr

I don't know much about ECS bikes, what makes the...

I don't know much about ECS bikes, what makes the Alien the most collectable?
12-21-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 1,186
Views: 392,730
Posted By romperrr

Cimmaron was Schwinn's top of the line mtb, it's...

Cimmaron was Schwinn's top of the line mtb, it's a great bike. I particularly love that that it is both lugged at fillet brazed. I seem to recall its geometry is nearly the same the Surly LHT save...
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