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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Man, I'd snap that up in a heartbeat if it were...

Man, I'd snap that up in a heartbeat if it were local. I wonder how much shipping from Canada to MS would be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-11, 12:03 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

I emailed a couple days ago and have yet received...

I emailed a couple days ago and have yet received no reply.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-11, 05:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Oh wow. Somebody near Cleveland better snap this...

Oh wow. Somebody near Cleveland better snap this up.

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/2671051608.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-11, 06:53 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Local CL is terrible for good quality bikes, so I...

Local CL is terrible for good quality bikes, so I was excited when I saw this a few minutes ago. Then I noticed the "firm price" and didn't even bother contacting him. Seems like $200 too high,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-11, 11:31 AM
Replies: 378
Views: 39,207
Posted By mgeoffriau

That sounds more accurate. So a switch to the...

That sounds more accurate. So a switch to the Forte Titan wheels (1755g together) would only drop about a third of a pound.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-11, 10:53 AM
Replies: 378
Views: 39,207
Posted By mgeoffriau

I was wondering about that also -- if those...

I was wondering about that also -- if those numbers are correct, then you could drop about 3 lbs from the bike by investing $160 in a set of Forte Titan wheels (minus whatever you could get from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 24,769
Posted By mgeoffriau

Hehe. Hope you don't mind I borrowed your pic, I...

Hehe. Hope you don't mind I borrowed your pic, I haven't taken new ones since I got it.

It's great -- perfect for relaxed rides with the wife (she just got a Nashbar FB-1). I put some Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-11, 10:24 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 24,769
Posted By mgeoffriau

My orange bike. Fenders are gone (wife really...

My orange bike. Fenders are gone (wife really wanted them for her bike) now.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5673405801_66a56c8d28_b.jpg
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-07-11, 02:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,616
Posted By mgeoffriau

My wife has just started riding with me, and...

My wife has just started riding with me, and while she's relatively fit by "normal" standards, I'm a stronger rider. A few thoughts:

1. Treat your rides together as your "recovery" ride. Hammer...
Forum: Commuting
07-05-11, 02:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,904
Posted By mgeoffriau

Was going to suggest the Nashbar FB-1 (flat bar...

Was going to suggest the Nashbar FB-1 (flat bar road bike) but I believe the biggest tire it'll take is a 28.
Forum: Commuting
06-27-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Does anyone know who makes the Nashbar bikes?...

Does anyone know who makes the Nashbar bikes? I've heard that Fuji makes Performance Bikes' Scattante line.

I ask because I'm thinking about looking for a decal set for my wife's bike. I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-11, 11:15 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 223,085
Posted By mgeoffriau

Gotcha, that makes sense. The color looked a...

Gotcha, that makes sense. The color looked a little dark, but I figured it was just weird lighting or something -- the decal swap is what tricked me.

My RB-1 should be arriving tomorrow!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-11, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 952
Posted By mgeoffriau

If I reused the hubs, I'd be looking for someone...

If I reused the hubs, I'd be looking for someone else to relace them for me. Not interested in learning to do it myself (not now, anyway).

Any tubulars with good puncture resistance? Something...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-11, 06:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 952
Posted By mgeoffriau

What to do with nice set of tubulars?

I was just wasting time in my workroom and realized I have an old set of tubulars hanging on the wall from a bike I sold long ago. They are White Industries hubs laced with bladed spokes to Campy...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-11, 11:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,689
Posted By mgeoffriau

If you're pretty firm on your $300 budget, then...

If you're pretty firm on your $300 budget, then that bike will be way, way over your price range.
Forum: Commuting
06-23-11, 09:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Wife's bike arrived yesterday safe and sound. The...

Wife's bike arrived yesterday safe and sound. The carton was very well packed -- you'd absolutely have to destroy the box to damage the bike. Assembly and adjustment went reasonably smoothly, though...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 03:05 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 20,797
Posted By mgeoffriau

Anyone else noticed that the only cost incurred...

Anyone else noticed that the only cost incurred to the OP that can't be regained is his time and work swapping parts (and it can easily be argued the learning experience more than balances that cost...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-22-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,835
Posted By mgeoffriau

Bluing isn't rust-proof at all, and it tends to...

Bluing isn't rust-proof at all, and it tends to wear thin pretty quickly (see the muzzle finish of old police revolvers worn through from holstering).

Now, for a more utilitarian finish,...
Forum: Commuting
06-22-11, 10:17 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Checked the Fedex tracking on my order and...

Checked the Fedex tracking on my order and noticed that the carton weight is listed at 18.6 lbs -- if that's correct, I'll be impressed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-11, 11:53 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 223,085
Posted By mgeoffriau

Rocket-Sauce, you sure about the year? Your paint...

Rocket-Sauce, you sure about the year? Your paint should identify it as a 1994, not 1990, I believe.

1994 RB-1 that should be on the way to me within the week.
...
Forum: Commuting
06-21-11, 09:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Thanks David! I pulled the trigger on the...

Thanks David!

I pulled the trigger on the 48cm this past weekend -- I figured that it was a safer purchase as my wife hasn't really ridden much since she was a kid, and would prefer a slight...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-11, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,337
Posted By mgeoffriau

Yup, not much flex in them. Had a really, really...

Yup, not much flex in them. Had a really, really tough time getting them on (and off) the rims on my now-sold Kona Paddy Wagon. Easier on some other rims, but still tougher than other tires.
Forum: Commuting
06-17-11, 09:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Just noticed the price drop...wish I was...

Just noticed the price drop...wish I was confident about the sizing. Anyone else notice that Nashbar's sizing page says to use standover height as the criterion, but the chart for the FB-1 doesn't...
Forum: Commuting
06-16-11, 02:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,338
Posted By mgeoffriau

I wonder if you could revive it by lacing the...

I wonder if you could revive it by lacing the sides together as described on Sheldon's site.
Forum: Commuting
06-15-11, 07:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 30,119
Posted By mgeoffriau

Sweeperdave, how tall is your wife? I'm seriously...

Sweeperdave, how tall is your wife? I'm seriously considering this bike for my wife if I can get it shipped for under $400, but I'm unsure whether the 49cm or 51cm would be a better fit. My wife is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Pricey. EDDY MERCKX W SUPER RECORD - $950 (N...

Pricey.

EDDY MERCKX W SUPER RECORD - $950 (N DRUID HILLS I/85)

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/bik/2432051929.html

WONDERFUL 1985 EDDY MERCKX CORSA WITH COLUMBUS EL TUBING(EXTRA LIGHT)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-11, 06:19 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

1985 Raleigh Super Course $175 ...

1985 Raleigh Super Course $175

http://huntsville.craigslist.org/bik/2431232558.html
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-11, 01:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 983
Posted By mgeoffriau

I'd be more interested in the sections concerning...

I'd be more interested in the sections concerning the proper setup for cantilever brakes.

EDIT:

More information on proper adjustment:

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/canti-trad.html
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-11, 01:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 983
Posted By mgeoffriau

Read through this sticky yet? ...

Read through this sticky yet?

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/722673-Cantilver-Brake-FAQ
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-11, 04:37 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Miyata 618GT ...

Miyata 618GT

http://bham.craigslist.org/bik/2427039819.html
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,105
Posted By mgeoffriau

Great price. 105 is solid, and while Airborne...

Great price. 105 is solid, and while Airborne never had the cache of the big Ti frame makers, they weren't junk at all.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-11, 10:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 532
Posted By mgeoffriau

I always figured the tall seat/short bars combo...

I always figured the tall seat/short bars combo stemmed from the typical racing geometry -- it's easy to imagine a fit rider perched high on the bike, crouching way down to the bars. It looks cool...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,377
Posted By mgeoffriau

Well, since you asked... Here's what I've...

Well, since you asked...

Here's what I've got on the way:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b164/mgeoffriau/RB1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-11, 08:21 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Ah, I see -- thanks for the explanation. Off to...

Ah, I see -- thanks for the explanation. Off to search for more information on mixte's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-11, 08:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,377
Posted By mgeoffriau

Lovely. I just snagged a red RB-1 myself (a 1994)...

Lovely. I just snagged a red RB-1 myself (a 1994) and I'm quite excited about it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

What do you mean by "fake"? The ad is a...

What do you mean by "fake"? The ad is a scam?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-11, 01:35 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

90s paramount PDG7 - $350 (midtown) ...

90s paramount PDG7 - $350 (midtown)

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/bik/2415022676.html

Women's Centurion Bike - $145 (Hoover Quail Run)

http://bham.craigslist.org/bik/2414953623.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-11, 10:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

CENTURION Ironman Dave Scott 50cm Triathlon Road...

CENTURION Ironman Dave Scott 50cm Triathlon Road Bike - $900 (Memphis)

http://memphis.craigslist.org/bik/2414156057.html
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-11, 10:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,640
Posted By mgeoffriau

Hehe, awesome. I couldn't help myself...I'm...

Hehe, awesome.

I couldn't help myself...I'm sending a check for the Bridgestone tomorrow. Couldn't pass it up at $275.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-11, 09:50 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

Nishiki in Atlanta: ...

Nishiki in Atlanta:

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/bik/2413945973.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-11, 08:13 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

2 Bridgestones for $75 in New Orleans. ...

2 Bridgestones for $75 in New Orleans.

http://neworleans.craigslist.org/bik/2413836313.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,167,400
Posted By mgeoffriau

I wish that 50cm RB1 was local...would be perfect...

I wish that 50cm RB1 was local...would be perfect for my wife.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-11, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,640
Posted By mgeoffriau

Want to feel really bad? I just missed a Miyata...

Want to feel really bad? I just missed a Miyata 710 for $25 in a neighboring state.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-11, 01:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,640
Posted By mgeoffriau

tugrul -- at what price? $500ish as brian3069? I...

tugrul -- at what price? $500ish as brian3069? I think I'll be getting it at a significantly lower price than that.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,640
Posted By mgeoffriau

Woops, was hanging out in the C&V forum and...

Woops, was hanging out in the C&V forum and forgot there was another subforum just for appraisals. Thanks for moving it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,640
Posted By mgeoffriau

Value of 1994 Bridgestone RB-1?

I came across this 1994 RB-1 in my size not too far away...I'm wondering what would be a fair offer for it? Seller claims it's in very good shape with the exception of a few scratches here and there,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-31-11, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 402,088
Posted By mgeoffriau

Ah, yeah, it's geared fairly low. 40x16, which is...

Ah, yeah, it's geared fairly low. 40x16, which is somewhere around 66-67 gear inches if I remember correctly.

Thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-30-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 402,088
Posted By mgeoffriau

How come? The tires? This was my commuter for a...

How come? The tires? This was my commuter for a while so I had nice big Conti Ultra Gatorskins on it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-25-11, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11,193
Views: 1,385,933
Posted By mgeoffriau

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b164/mgeoffriau/...

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b164/mgeoffriau/PM01.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-25-11, 11:59 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,044
Posted By mgeoffriau

Running 40x16 on my Primus Mootry. Looks like...

Running 40x16 on my Primus Mootry. Looks like it's just a tick under 67 gear inches. Anyone else running a gear this low? I don't mind spinning but I really have nothing on downhills.
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