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02-26-24, 07:04 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

First shakedown ride for the 1995 GT Pantera....

First shakedown ride for the 1995 GT Pantera. Pretty awesome rigid ride. STX group. Had to change the stem from the original GT flat stem. Back in the day I didn't mind being laid out, but with age...
01-28-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,572
Posted By brandenjs

Kind of a classic, but timeless. ...

Kind of a classic, but timeless.
https://youtu.be/Vn29DvMITu4
01-23-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,572
Posted By brandenjs

Only hilarious if you get Mark Twains humor. ...

Only hilarious if you get Mark Twains humor.
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01-21-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9,028
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Posted By brandenjs

Must feel like a Marin weekend. Just finished...

Must feel like a Marin weekend. Just finished this one up. Borderline vintage I guess, but a solid rider. ...
01-10-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

Very true, I'm already looking for a couple...

Very true, I'm already looking for a couple Stingrays for them :)
01-09-24, 05:52 PM
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Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

Apparently the people at this auction didn't know...

Apparently the people at this auction didn't know the value of this Burley Encore X. I snagged it for $21. Perfect for the grand babies! (sorry it's not classic or vintage, just a great catch)...
12-30-23, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,355
Posted By brandenjs

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12-05-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 179,380
Posted By brandenjs

This is the "as found today" condition. I'm a...

This is the "as found today" condition. I'm a little heartbroken that someone would let this get to this condition, but pretty excited to find one at all. I'll get it back to nice rideable condition...
09-19-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

Picked up a nice marketplace find today. Haven't...

Picked up a nice marketplace find today. Haven't dated it yet, but somewhere in the 90-91 era Diamondback Interval TG. I was hoping for the 105 group, but I can settle for the 500EX group. really...
09-05-23, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15,436
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Posted By brandenjs

So, being a sucker to pick up pretty much any...

So, being a sucker to pick up pretty much any brand bike that I don't have. I grabbed this Urago. No model name anywhere and I haven't been able to date it just yet. From research I have found that...
08-26-23, 07:38 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

LOL, I've been using a set up like that for...

LOL, I've been using a set up like that for years. And it is ironic that I have no projects that I need this for right now.
08-09-23, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15,436
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Posted By brandenjs

My best deal recently, maybe ever is this tool...

My best deal recently, maybe ever is this tool lot I won at an auction this week. These were in a box with some old Bell cable kits, tubes and misc. I would have paid the $6 for just that stuff, but...
05-09-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

Well you just have to pick up a $30 1987 Schwinn...

Well you just have to pick up a $30 1987 Schwinn Traveler when it is in this condition. A few scrapes here and there, but overall really nice. ...
04-24-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 159,336
Posted By brandenjs

Just picked this 1995 Pantera up, so sorry about...

Just picked this 1995 Pantera up, so sorry about the flat front tire. Should clean up nicely and be a fun ride. I love how they believed in such flattened out stems back in those days. ...
04-24-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9,028
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Posted By brandenjs

Will do thanks!

Will do thanks!
04-23-23, 03:23 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

Sorry it's not restored yet, but just picked up...

Sorry it's not restored yet, but just picked up this 1995 GT Pantera, STX group. Should clean up very nice. ...
04-18-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

A pretty nice box lot from an auction this week....

A pretty nice box lot from an auction this week. A couple of brand new computers and decent Ritchie stems and a few bottles of Park citrus chain cleaner etc. I guess it was worth $6. ...
04-05-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 15,436
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Posted By brandenjs

I've been looking for a decent Chicago Schwinn...

I've been looking for a decent Chicago Schwinn frame for a Repack Klunker project and came across this beast. Haven't taken off the rear wheel to check the serial number for the year, but it's early....
03-21-23, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15,436
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Posted By brandenjs

I'm always a sucker for a Columbus Tenax Schwinn....

I'm always a sucker for a Columbus Tenax Schwinn. Had to grab this 1987 Tempo with a cool mix of parts. 105, tricolor 600 fd and pedals, Dura ace seat post, Concor saddle and Cinelli bars. And it's...
03-19-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,355
Posted By brandenjs

Finished this up the other day. Fun ride and not...

Finished this up the other day. Fun ride and not many of these around. The research I found was that this was a small builder out of Birmingham AL. Great quality paint and "smooth" welds. Has anyone...
03-09-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5,445
Views: 3,872,864
Posted By brandenjs

Absolutely thanks for the perspectives. Just...

Absolutely thanks for the perspectives. Just running through different options and knew this thread would open them up. I have had a couple mtb's with the XT V brakes and they have been amazing. The...
03-09-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 460,784
Posted By brandenjs

I was just kidding about buying it (though I...

I was just kidding about buying it (though I would). That is an excellent find and I agree with you about keeping it as a rider. Just a real nice find. Enjoy it. That will be a solid, stiff hill...
03-08-23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5,445
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Posted By brandenjs

I will probably stick with the cantis if I can....

I will probably stick with the cantis if I can. Disc would be nice, but no mounts for the rear. I've just never seen one set up with a shock, but as long as it is one similar to one on a Trek 7700 or...
03-08-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5,445
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Posted By brandenjs

Nope that's a 2009 CAAD 9-5. My favorite ride...

Nope that's a 2009 CAAD 9-5. My favorite ride right now. At least until I finish this one.
03-08-23, 06:25 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

I am getting ready to start a build using this...

I am getting ready to start a build using this 2007 Redline Conquest Pro frame. It's been educational watching this thread for some great ideas. I am curious about everyone's thoughts on a short...
03-08-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 460,784
Posted By brandenjs

Well I'll give you $300 right now for it. :) ...

Well I'll give you $300 right now for it. :) Always one of my favorite color combos. Beautiful find!
03-08-23, 05:50 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

That is quite the mix of parts. I like the Crane...

That is quite the mix of parts. I like the Crane (1st Gen Dura Ace) rear derailleur. Nice catch!
02-28-23, 08:25 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

Not exactly super vintage being a 2001, but these...

Not exactly super vintage being a 2001, but these Marin Muirwoods bikes are pretty cool. Pretty nice original condition and don't laugh about the flat tires, I just brought it home. ...
02-21-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,571
Posted By brandenjs

I did really well. Sold 6 out of 8 bikes that I...

I did really well. Sold 6 out of 8 bikes that I took down and a ton of small parts and pieces. Cut some really good deals on most everything just to clean out. One of the bikes I brought home I was...
02-18-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,571
Posted By brandenjs

Loaded and ready to go! Hopefully there is a...

Loaded and ready to go! Hopefully there is a great turn out. Plenty to sell.
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02-07-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 39,598
Posted By brandenjs

Not my first Allez, but my latest Allez. This one...

Not my first Allez, but my latest Allez. This one is in great shape for a 1998 Allez Sport with a full Ultegra group. Just about as original as you'll find. The rear shifter is giving me some...
02-02-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 15,436
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Posted By brandenjs

Yes the spiral wrap needs to go. I was on the...

Yes the spiral wrap needs to go. I was on the fence about it, but nope I need a cleaner look. And yes the bridge is welded and the rack is bolted to it also. It's going to take a little clean up, but...
01-31-23, 07:49 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

Well this fell into the "I've never had one or...

Well this fell into the "I've never had one or seen one" category so I had to pick it up. German made Staiger Trento 70 year anniversary edition. Heavy tank and not the highest quality, but it had...
01-23-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,571
Posted By brandenjs

Yes after being a vendor for several years, cash...

Yes after being a vendor for several years, cash is normally king and the way to get deals. However a lot of us can use Venmo or Paypal for larger purchases. Venmo will be limited because now you can...
01-18-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 925
Posted By brandenjs

I ordered 5 of the leather plungers and they were...

I ordered 5 of the leather plungers and they were so easy to replace. Very serviceable. I'll probably even service the ones that seem like they are working now.
01-18-23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 925
Posted By brandenjs

I thought it was pretty cool. It needs a hose,...

I thought it was pretty cool. It needs a hose, but that should be easy. Pump seems to work just fine. Pretty heavy construction.
01-18-23, 05:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,571
Posted By brandenjs

I'm trying not to make this a shameless plug, but...

I'm trying not to make this a shameless plug, but I'll have a spot with some pretty cool stuff to sell this year. Bikes, parts and goodies. I've always done well and cut deals because it's not for a...
01-16-23, 09:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 925
Posted By brandenjs

Any Silca floor pump fans out there?

I just ran into a stack of Silca pumps. There are two in this lot that are not Silca. One is an older Schwinn and the other is the chrome Eber Cortina. Pretty good assortment and about half of them...
01-16-23, 09:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,571
Posted By brandenjs

Time to revive this thread with the Swap in...

Time to revive this thread with the Swap in Westminster about a month away. Who's going and what are you looking for??
01-16-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,096,928
Posted By brandenjs

Absolutely, they were surprisingly controllable...

Absolutely, they were surprisingly controllable and hardly slipped even on some nice hills. I was riding a Santa Cruz Hightower 29er with studs and felt very stable. So much fun despite being 18...
01-15-23, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,096,928
Posted By brandenjs

Didn't ride today, but a couple weeks ago took a...

Didn't ride today, but a couple weeks ago took a nice fat tire bike ride with my sons in Eagle River AK. Studded tires are awesome!...
01-10-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

I am thinking of just using bar wrap on this one....

I am thinking of just using bar wrap on this one. The foam has an appeal but for regular use it's not very durable. These are cool bikes for not being very high end. Standard package is pretty cool.
01-10-23, 05:13 PM
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Views: 4,053,705
Posted By brandenjs

Kind of a jack pot today with all sorts of...

Kind of a jack pot today with all sorts of goodies. A batch of Silca pumps (some need rebuilt), 2 wheels with internal hubs (One Faraday and one Shimano Alfine), about 20 boxes of spokes of assorted...
12-19-22, 07:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By brandenjs

I found that a 2019 Malibu black touch up paint...

I found that a 2019 Malibu black touch up paint matched the metal flake on my 88 Black Lightning very well. Also the Black Lightning was one of my grail bikes. I did change mine over to the Tourney...
11-29-22, 06:42 PM
Replies: 534
Views: 221,559
Posted By brandenjs

Hello Andrew, Glad you are still watching this...

Hello Andrew,
Glad you are still watching this thread. I have always had a love for Ross bikes and have had a few. My favorite was this 1985 Signature 294S. It is the only one I have seen that was...
11-27-22, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1,083
Views: 404,083
Posted By brandenjs

Just finished the clean and tune on this 750....

Just finished the clean and tune on this 750. Such solid well riding bikes.
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11-19-22, 06:41 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,757
Posted By brandenjs

1986 Fisher Montare. ...

1986 Fisher Montare.
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11-18-22, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,355
Posted By brandenjs

This is a pretty fun watch. The Klunkers were a...

This is a pretty fun watch. The Klunkers were a little crazy and Gary Fisher was one of the pioneers. These guys were just a little crazy out west.
https://youtu.be/h19n-5qIp78
11-16-22, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 591
Posted By brandenjs

That is amazing research. Thanks so much. I'll do...

That is amazing research. Thanks so much. I'll do some searching for them and maybe come up with some other bikes that might be out there. now I really want to keep it.
11-16-22, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 591
Posted By brandenjs

It does seem to be well made with a mixed batch...

It does seem to be well made with a mixed batch of decent parts. I need to come up with a better stem to make it blend in a little better.
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