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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-21, 08:38 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 12,932
Posted By Mogens

Whoa. Those are some beautiful frames...

Whoa. Those are some beautiful frames...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-21, 04:10 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,839
Posted By Mogens

Whoa, lucky it didn't land on anyone. My mom...

Whoa, lucky it didn't land on anyone. My mom dropped the Rollei on her toe from about four feet and broke her toe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-21, 03:57 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,839
Posted By Mogens

I have a Rolleiflex mount for my handlebars,...

I have a Rolleiflex mount for my handlebars, works for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,125
Posted By Mogens

I put a Nitto Albatross bar on a substantially...

I put a Nitto Albatross bar on a substantially similar Japanese built Trek of the same vintage and I LOVE it. You really do get multiple hand positions out of it which makes it superior to MTB style...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-21, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 816
Posted By Mogens

That's right, magazines would sell full page ads...

That's right, magazines would sell full page ads and put them next to relevant editorial content... feels like it's been awhile since I've picked up a magazine. I like three speeds, they are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-21, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 918,224
Posted By Mogens

Hey, quick question: I'd like to buy a cartridge...

Hey, quick question: I'd like to buy a cartridge style bottom bracket for a trek 420. I'm using a Sugino Maxy crankset with a single chainring. I've been looking at charts, searching through forums,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 03:48 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 34,810
Posted By Mogens

Well, sure, but those are non-bike people, who...

Well, sure, but those are non-bike people, who are by definition people that aren't likely to look past the aesthetic similarities and consider the frame geometry or tire clearances.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 02:14 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 34,810
Posted By Mogens

Ooh, are Rivs the PT Cruisers of the bike world?...

Ooh, are Rivs the PT Cruisers of the bike world? (Kind of hope not).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 34,810
Posted By Mogens

I think that is the case and I fall into that...

I think that is the case and I fall into that camp as well. Last fall I bought and restored two older bikes and had a blast. My builds were somewhat rivish, including one with albatross bars. I like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-21, 08:00 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 34,810
Posted By Mogens

I don’t own a Rivendell and two years ago, when I...

I don’t own a Rivendell and two years ago, when I finally got around to spending four figures on a new bike, I chose a modern aluminum one. So while appreciating Grant Petersen, I’m not a follower of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-21, 09:22 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,861
Posted By Mogens

Bikes make great gifts.

Bikes make great gifts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-21, 09:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,709
Posted By Mogens

I have a MIJ Bianchi from this timeframe and it...

I have a MIJ Bianchi from this timeframe and it says that the tubes are Bianchi CrMo Rinforzati, what’s the deal with those?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-21, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,917
Posted By Mogens

It looks similar to my 1981 Bianchi Limited,...

It looks similar to my 1981 Bianchi Limited, which was Japanese made. Mine had a sticker that said Bianchi Cr-Mo Tubi Rinforzati and no chrome, otherwise they look identical.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,108
Posted By Mogens

If it’s no trouble, I am working on improving my...

If it’s no trouble, I am working on improving my cross country skiing technique so page 33 is of interest. It’s cool that you do this. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-21, 08:51 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,005
Posted By Mogens

My wife likes the bikes, though I have a very...

My wife likes the bikes, though I have a very modest habit compared to most here. She’s long noticed that my pastimes (woodworking, bikes, photography, music, etc.) are good for my mental health. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-01-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,077
Posted By Mogens

Whoa!

Whoa!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-31-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,077
Posted By Mogens

I mean really, if you built a new one it would...

I mean really, if you built a new one it would cost, what, $2000?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-31-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,077
Posted By Mogens

Mine came from the bike shop in 1973 upgraded...

Mine came from the bike shop in 1973 upgraded with the SunTour VGT derailleurs; or at least that's what the guy I bought mine from told me. I paid $90 for mine, but I think I got a crazy deal. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-31-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,077
Posted By Mogens

This was normal in that period... it was the...

This was normal in that period... it was the height of the bike boom and things were flying out of the Carlton workshop at a frenetic pace. Perhaps someone knows the actual reason for the disparity,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,035
Posted By Mogens

I am finding the albatross bars very comfortable....

I am finding the albatross bars very comfortable. I had been using north roads, but the albatross bars allow for at least one additional hand position.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-20, 10:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,911
Posted By Mogens

I’ve ridden on dirt jogging paths with a 40 year...

I’ve ridden on dirt jogging paths with a 40 year old Bianchi racing bike that had 25mm tires. i think people underestimate bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-20, 08:02 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 22,895
Posted By Mogens

If a Trek 520 is a beta tourer, does that make my...

If a Trek 520 is a beta tourer, does that make my Trek 420 a gamma tourer?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-22-20, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,820
Posted By Mogens

It depends on the year. The 1991 730 does not,...

It depends on the year. The 1991 730 does not, but the 1994 730 does, for example.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 532,240
Posted By Mogens

I’m in love with the colors of these. I feel like...

I’m in love with the colors of these. I feel like I need to choose one and then patiently bide my time until a 54cm pops up someplace.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-20, 07:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,995
Posted By Mogens

And each has its Stronglight 93 in a subliminal...

And each has its Stronglight 93 in a subliminal satanic pentagram position :lol: I’ve never seen one fully chromed like that, it’s stunning. Someone at Raleigh had an eye for color. Is that the VO...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-20, 11:09 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,995
Posted By Mogens

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This is a Trek 420 that I bought as a frame set,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,438
Posted By Mogens

I’m FB adverse but I need to have an account for...

I’m FB adverse but I need to have an account for business and find myself looking at marketplace from time to time. If, like me, you want to keep a low profile here’s how: 1. Create an account, 2. Go...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-20, 06:42 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,425
Posted By Mogens

How are these outdoor vises not rusty?

How are these outdoor vises not rusty?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,425
Posted By Mogens

Whoa, that thing would crush my little Wilton. I...

Whoa, that thing would crush my little Wilton. I have never seen one that massive before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-20, 03:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,995
Posted By Mogens

These are just gorgeous. Powdercoated, I assume?...

These are just gorgeous. Powdercoated, I assume? There's a weird softness to the way they look.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-20, 01:57 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,425
Posted By Mogens

If I didn’t have one, I’d jump. I recognize the...

If I didn’t have one, I’d jump. I recognize the kindness of your gesture. But then I’ve never read the rules of the forum. If no one wants it here, you could donate it to a bike coop for a deduction.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,425
Posted By Mogens

This is a way more elegant solution than my...

This is a way more elegant solution than my current one... I may have to copy it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-20, 12:02 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,425
Posted By Mogens

If you’re going to be doing woodworking on that...

If you’re going to be doing woodworking on that bench, don’t permanently mount the vice to the corner. There are a lot of woodworking tasks that involve having an uninterrupted top surface. Planing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-20, 09:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,460
Posted By Mogens

Combination of need and technology... the first...

Combination of need and technology... the first two wheeled vehicles had no drive train and came about during a brief famine in Europe when a lot of horses were eaten. These had their enthusiasts and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-20, 07:48 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 18,273
Posted By Mogens

Right? I breezed through it like it was a love...

Right? I breezed through it like it was a love story and it ended very anti-climactically—sad trombone.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-20, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 918,224
Posted By Mogens

I had taken an awl to the housing, but maybe not...

I had taken an awl to the housing, but maybe not sufficiently. So, I took the awl back up and it did help. Then I realized that if I shortened the housing, it would be at a better angle coming from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 918,224
Posted By Mogens

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Hi, I'm actually wrenching on two bikes, this 1973 Raleigh Grand Sport is one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-20, 06:54 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,391
Posted By Mogens

I had the same issue with the Cyclone FD. I...

I had the same issue with the Cyclone FD. I replaced it with a Shimano 600. The Cyclone RD has been flawless.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 06:29 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 46,353
Posted By Mogens

I own a small business, so often I'm buying fun...

I own a small business, so often I'm buying fun things like steam kettles or air compressors. But in terms of discretionary income: Travel, though not this year obviously. We love to travel as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 06:15 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 26,229
Posted By Mogens

I often grab my wife's step through Trek...

I often grab my wife's step through Trek Multitrack to go to the grocery store because it has the basket and it rides really well. What exactly is there to be worried about? That someone might think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-20, 09:25 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 12,932
Posted By Mogens

As a native Wisconsinite, I have an eye out for...

As a native Wisconsinite, I have an eye out for Wisconsin-made bikes. I only have one at the moment, a Trek, but I think if I were to become a 'collector' that would be the focus of my interest.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-20, 07:57 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,270
Posted By Mogens

We all do better when we all do better.

We all do better when we all do better.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,270
Posted By Mogens

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Underneath my rattle can paint job and Paul...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-20, 12:56 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,932
Posted By Mogens

The longer you intend to own the bike, the less...

The longer you intend to own the bike, the less the cost will matter and the more the small quality difference will. It’s a marginal thing. Also, which one is attached to the better colored bike?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,383
Posted By Mogens

The colorway is gorgeous. I have the earlier...

The colorway is gorgeous. I have the earlier white with lagoon blue model, but I prefer this. I wonder if the triple crank was original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-20, 07:57 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,533
Posted By Mogens

Ride your white bike after Memorial Day. When...

Ride your white bike after Memorial Day.
When dining, make sure the fork is to the left of your plate.
When riding side by side with a lady, always be on the outside, toward the street.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-20, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,588
Posted By Mogens

You could mount a drop bar on a Nitto Tallux...

You could mount a drop bar on a Nitto Tallux stem, which will help get them quite high. Drop bars will have the most hand positions. They may take getting used to, but there’s a reason they have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-20, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By Mogens

The Trek is in the process of being reborn as an...

The Trek is in the process of being reborn as an Italian city bike named in tribute to my favorite novelist, Italy Calvino. So, I’m definitely not fussy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-20, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By Mogens

Aah! I’m obsessing on bike projects to avoid...

Aah! I’m obsessing on bike projects to avoid politics today!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-20, 02:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By Mogens

Thanks for the tips... I think my brain is...

Thanks for the tips... I think my brain is telling me that it might be simpler to find a different set of brakes. My history with drilling neatly into metal is spotty.
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