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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-12, 08:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,038
Posted By 02Pilot

Nice to see people still riding the old stuff...

Nice to see people still riding the old stuff over there. I've spent a lot of time in the region - mostly in Slovenia, some in Istria - but I never did much riding while I was there. My father's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,923
Posted By 02Pilot

Define "heat". I'm guessing you're using propane,...

Define "heat". I'm guessing you're using propane, yes? How hot are you getting the area? There's no doubt heat will solve the problem, but you may need more than propane can provide. I suggest...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-12, 07:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,227
Posted By 02Pilot

I built this in response to my girlfriend's...

I built this in response to my girlfriend's request for a "Gator bike" to reflect her UF background:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/IMG_3357.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-12, 07:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,685
Posted By 02Pilot

I really like the 32mm Paselas I put on my Gitane.

I really like the 32mm Paselas I put on my Gitane.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-12, 06:18 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,774,750
Posted By 02Pilot

If you don't have any luck finding a replacement,...

If you don't have any luck finding a replacement, try drawing a small triangular file through the grooves to clean them up. You might get enough surface for them to grip adequately.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-12, 05:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,252
Posted By 02Pilot

Thanks. I wish I could say it was some sort of...

Thanks. I wish I could say it was some sort of inspired design, but what really happened is that I got the crankset for nothing, but several teeth on the big ring were shot. Since I had to keep the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-12, 03:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,252
Posted By 02Pilot

I have a Gitane set up that way (1x5). I'm very...

I have a Gitane set up that way (1x5). I'm very happy with it as a path and day touring bike (it now sports a rear rack with bag and a bar bag for longer rides).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-12, 01:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,978
Posted By 02Pilot

Since we're on the subject, what's the general...

Since we're on the subject, what's the general feeling on the aluminum 3-pin GS cranks? Are they less durable than the 5-pin pieces?

Reason I ask is that I've got one that has the chainring...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-12, 05:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,247
Posted By 02Pilot

I got a set of non-TG tan-walled Paselas from...

I got a set of non-TG tan-walled Paselas from Niagara recently. They seem to still have them: http://www.niagaracycle.com/product_info.php?products_id=31768
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-12, 05:36 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,280
Posted By 02Pilot

The frame is, well, not stiff. I believe the...

The frame is, well, not stiff. I believe the French actually managed to construct a frame out of Twizzlers, or cheese, or something. In combination with the 700c x 32 Paselas, it soaks up bumps...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-12, 11:09 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,280
Posted By 02Pilot

I think everything I have in my small stable is...

I think everything I have in my small stable is pretty common, but this is about as common as they get: Gitane Grand Sport de Luxe built from a beat-up bare frame with mostly scrounged or traded-for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-12, 06:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,109
Posted By 02Pilot

Topeak Road Morph G. Search these forums and...

Topeak Road Morph G. Search these forums and you'll find plenty of recommendations for it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-12, 06:33 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,392
Posted By 02Pilot

OMS leaves a bit of an oily residue, which is not...

OMS leaves a bit of an oily residue, which is not what you want on a braking surface. Rubbing alcohol is good.

Also, what grit paper did you use on the rim? If it was too coarse you may not have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-12, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,237
Posted By 02Pilot

+1 for the Topeak Road Morph G. It has some...

+1 for the Topeak Road Morph G. It has some really nice features that make it way better to use than most portable pumps.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-12, 06:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,479
Posted By 02Pilot

Using old pads that were bedded in on another rim...

Using old pads that were bedded in on another rim is not ideal, as the contact surface may be a poor fit for the new rim. You could sand them smooth, but personally I'd just replace them with new....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-12, 05:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 948
Posted By 02Pilot

Yeah, that's one of the reasons I set up that 1x5...

Yeah, that's one of the reasons I set up that 1x5 arrangement. It's nice not having to worry about shifting the front. That said, you've got a very wide range to play with on that cassette. I'll bet...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-12, 04:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 948
Posted By 02Pilot

Personally, I'd keep riding it as-is until you...

Personally, I'd keep riding it as-is until you get to the point where the 48 big ring isn't big enough (or you wear out the chainrings), then switch over to a road crankset. If you're not out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-12, 03:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,523
Posted By 02Pilot

I selected 175, as it feels best, though I also...

I selected 175, as it feels best, though I also have bikes with 170s that I can ride with no detrimental effects. I'm 6'0" with a 34" inseam - long legs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-12, 02:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,070
Posted By 02Pilot

FWIW, what kind of pressures are you guys running...

FWIW, what kind of pressures are you guys running on the fat Paselas? Reason I ask is that I have 700c x 32s (non-TG) Paselas on my Gitane and I found that the ride improved markedly when I dropped...
Forum: Northeast
07-23-12, 06:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,053
Posted By 02Pilot

I ride that trail frequently. Some of the...

I ride that trail frequently. Some of the crossings are trickier than others, but I've never had any real issues. As noted by others, you need to take control of the situation when crossing....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-12, 02:29 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 160,374
Posted By 02Pilot

Couple things: -The Nashbar Prima 2 seems to...

Couple things:

-The Nashbar Prima 2 seems to be a rebranded CST C740.

-Vittoria makes the Zaffiro in 27x1 1/8 and 27x1 1/4; Niagara has them.

-There are a couple of cyclocross tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-12, 06:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 18,151
Posted By 02Pilot

Also, interesting article on drop bar geometry...

Also, interesting article on drop bar geometry here: http://ruedatropical.com/2009/03/road-drop-bar-geometry/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-12, 06:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 18,151
Posted By 02Pilot

I have very limited experience riding with drop...

I have very limited experience riding with drop bars (like the OP, I have found it difficult to get comfortable with some; unlike the OP, I have fitted several bikes with flat bars and long bar ends,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-12, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,147
Posted By 02Pilot

I wear a white Bern G2 (...

I wear a white Bern G2 ( http://www.bernunlimited.com/Products/Helmets/G2?helmetType=Bike ) most of the time. Great helmet, but gets a little warm in summer even with the vents open. Personally I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,022
Posted By 02Pilot

You can just measure it yourself. Rotate the...

You can just measure it yourself. Rotate the front wheel to have the valve stem at the bottom, mark the ground with a piece of tape, roll the bike forward enough to rotate the tire back to the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-12, 02:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,671
Posted By 02Pilot

How a tire reacts when it exceeds its ability to...

How a tire reacts when it exceeds its ability to maintain traction is as important as ultimate grip. A tire that loses traction progressively, allowing the rider to correct and adjust, is infinitely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By 02Pilot

My understanding is that the frame was...

My understanding is that the frame was constructed by bonding aluminum lugs to steel tubes. The lugs do have rather cheesy detailing that appears to (poorly) mimic classic steel lugs. I can't recall...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-12, 08:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,557
Posted By 02Pilot

I've had one of those peel-and-stick patches...

I've had one of those peel-and-stick patches fail, even after properly prepping the tube. I threw the rest out and restocked with the reliable glue-on ones.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-12, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By 02Pilot

I had one similar to that for a while. They're OK...

I had one similar to that for a while. They're OK bikes, a bit heavy and not the best ride, but serviceable. I converted mine to a 1x5 townie setup before I sold it. If it still has the original disc...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-12, 09:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,008
Posted By 02Pilot

I don't think you can really go wrong with the...

I don't think you can really go wrong with the Paselas, but as another data point I've got 27 x 1 1/8" Vittoria Zaffiros on my Bianchi and I do like them. Available from Nashbar for a similar price...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-12, 08:24 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 26,717
Posted By 02Pilot

I've posted this here before, but since you...

I've posted this here before, but since you asked...

It's a Gitane Grand Sport Deluxe frame that had basically no finish left. I repainted it and initially built it as a single-speed to flip. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-12, 08:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,360
Posted By 02Pilot

Yipe! I got a set of those along with a Campy...

Yipe! I got a set of those along with a Campy crankset and bolts (matching set) out of the "Free Stuff" box at a local bike swap a couple months ago. I had no idea they were worth anything like that,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-12, 12:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,594
Posted By 02Pilot

I'm the one who mentioned the ball joint press....

I'm the one who mentioned the ball joint press. It works great (automotive ball joints can take lots of force to remove), and it's plenty big for any bicycle cotter I could envision.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-12, 01:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,084
Posted By 02Pilot

The easiest thing to do would be to switch to a...

The easiest thing to do would be to switch to a cassette with a larger low gear. You would also need a longer chain, and you'd need to make sure you do not exceed the capacity of your rear derailleur.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-12, 01:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,594
Posted By 02Pilot

It would be good to know (maybe you already do; I...

It would be good to know (maybe you already do; I don't) if the BB on that bike is French-threaded. When I converted my Gitane, I had to find a longer Italian spindle to make it work with the thin...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-12, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,366
Posted By 02Pilot

Some brake cables have two different ends on...

Some brake cables have two different ends on them, one for road levers and one for MTB levers. If you cut off the one you didn't need, the cables are still good. A picture would probably help here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-12, 06:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,997
Posted By 02Pilot

If it were my bike I'd go for white with white...

If it were my bike I'd go for white with white hoods, and probably a white saddle and cable housings. Hard to keep clean though.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-15-12, 09:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 896
Posted By 02Pilot

Certainly nothing definitive, but the lugs and...

Certainly nothing definitive, but the lugs and downtube shifter stop braze-on look almost identical to those on my Gitane Grand Sport Deluxe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-12, 11:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,879
Posted By 02Pilot

I posted this elsewhere as well, but it fits the...

I posted this elsewhere as well, but it fits the thread, so here it is again.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/IMG_3568Modified.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-12, 07:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,315
Posted By 02Pilot

Replace that bit of cable housing while you're at...

Replace that bit of cable housing while you're at it; it's got quite a kink in it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,144
Posted By 02Pilot

"Le Gone" is the coolest bike name ever. That is...

"Le Gone" is the coolest bike name ever. That is all.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-12, 05:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,527
Posted By 02Pilot

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/IM...

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/IMG_3568Modified.jpg

Full details and pics are here:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,527
Posted By 02Pilot

As someone who has also lavished considerable...

As someone who has also lavished considerable attention on building a custom bike based on a forlorn entry-level French frame, I applaud your efforts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-12, 07:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,151
Posted By 02Pilot

If this thread happens to inspire anyone to visit...

If this thread happens to inspire anyone to visit Normandy (bike touring or otherwise), and you want a bit of advice, please ask; I've had the opportunity to visit several times (including once to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-12, 06:16 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,287
Posted By 02Pilot

It's a terribly small sample size, as I've only...

It's a terribly small sample size, as I've only got ~30 miles on it thus far, but I haven't had this problem at all on my Gitane. Those miles have been solely on pavement, but it did include some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-12, 03:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,968
Posted By 02Pilot

I think the exact details of technique will be...

I think the exact details of technique will be dependent on the individual, but I will say that you want to take the time to make sure that you have the friction adjustment set where it is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 09:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,388
Posted By 02Pilot

Thanks for all the kind words. I'm really pleased...

Thanks for all the kind words. I'm really pleased with the way it turned out. The 1x5 friction set-up is simple but nearly ideal for the hilly bike paths around here; I recommend it for situations...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 04:27 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,287
Posted By 02Pilot

Just posted a thread about the 5-speed I...

Just posted a thread about the 5-speed I completed here: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/822918-Gitane-Grand-Sport-Deluxe-rebuild-(ultra-cheap-edition)-Warning-long-and-rambling
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 03:20 PM
Replies: 7,204
Views: 1,082,658
Posted By 02Pilot

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/28...

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/aegaspari/28Mar12-04-1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 10:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,388
Posted By 02Pilot

Gitane Grand Sport Deluxe rebuild (ultra-cheap edition) - Warning: long and rambling

Before anyone feels the need to tell me this was a fairly pointless project to pursue on a lowly Grand Sport Deluxe, I'll save you the trouble: I know it was silly. The GSdL is hardly a platform upon...
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