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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 845
Posted By beakgeek

Thank you T-Mar! I did some Google searches...

Thank you T-Mar!

I did some Google searches and have seen similar frames that were Flandria, not the Superia. Hopefully, there is a Flandria/Superia expert that can chime in.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-19-12, 02:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 845
Posted By beakgeek

Need help identifying a bike made in Belgium

This is a bike that belongs to a guy my daughter knows. He said his grandpa bought it in Belgium. I checked it for any sort of serial numbers or marks and can't find anything in the usual places -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-09, 03:39 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,698
Posted By beakgeek

One of my favorite memories is riding an old ***...

One of my favorite memories is riding an old *** mountain bike with a tag-a-long hooked on the back with my 4 year old daughter on it. We were in a hurry to get home because it was starting to rain....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-09, 01:20 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,756
Posted By beakgeek

Pfffffft Yankees. Overpaid, roid-using, prima...

Pfffffft Yankees. Overpaid, roid-using, prima donnas.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-09, 07:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,229
Posted By beakgeek

From the other post about this bike: ...

From the other post about this bike:


Originally Posted by divineAndbright View Post
$800? really? I don't know thats a hefty price tag, I'd risk my luck of picking one up at a garage sale, flea...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-09, 07:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,206
Posted By beakgeek

The bike is rare since it was only made in 77 and...

The bike is rare since it was only made in 77 and 78. Good luck stumbling on one at a garage sale, flea market or thrift shops since they are extremely hard to find. I own one and know of about 15...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-09, 01:13 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,278
Posted By beakgeek

An explanation on the photo shoot would be nice. ...

An explanation on the photo shoot would be nice. Looks like studio lighting and a decent lens.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-09, 01:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,144
Posted By beakgeek

Did you find a Volare and trade for it? :lol: ...

Did you find a Volare and trade for it? :lol:

*wipes drool away*
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 08:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

The frame is from 1977 and the head set is first...

The frame is from 1977 and the head set is first generation Dura-Ace - 70's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-09, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 795
Posted By beakgeek

Beauty Eh! I need to get my Tuque and head up...

Beauty Eh! I need to get my Tuque and head up there. ;-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-09, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 795
Posted By beakgeek

Where do you live that used bike shops have 60's...

Where do you live that used bike shops have 60's frames like that?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-09, 09:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By beakgeek

I know they made a chrome model since one of my...

I know they made a chrome model since one of my older brothers owned one. It was what started my lust and search for a DX5000.

What size is it? :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-09, 11:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By beakgeek

Great! That's one. Only 15 or so to go. :-)

Great! That's one. Only 15 or so to go. :-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By beakgeek

The frame is 25 inches - 63.5 cm A 23 inch...

The frame is 25 inches - 63.5 cm

A 23 inch (58.4 cm) frame would be a better fit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-09, 10:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By beakgeek

Kurt Good luck finding them to trade. I...

Kurt

Good luck finding them to trade. I have spent the last year or so looking for them to get Dura-ace parts and they are extremely hard to find. I only know of about 6 of them online, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-09, 05:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,610
Posted By beakgeek

1977 Volare Frame and Fork in good shape even trade for comparable Paramount?

I might consider trading my 1977 Pearlescent Orange Schwinn Volare frame and fork for a Schwinn Paramount of similar vintage due to it being just a bit too big.

My bike can be viewed here:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-09, 05:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,091
Posted By beakgeek

I just checked the lugs on my Panasonic made 77...

I just checked the lugs on my Panasonic made 77 Schwinn Volare and Super Le Tour 12.2. This bike's lugs are not a match for the Super Le Tour 12.2, but they do match the Volare. The only thing is I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-09, 07:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,060
Posted By beakgeek

bump

bump
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-09, 03:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,060
Posted By beakgeek

Everyone wants to ride

:thumb: New Nuclear powered bike released by Iran and North Korea
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,599
Posted By beakgeek

I'm real tempted to trade the Volare which is...

I'm real tempted to trade the Volare which is just a bit too big for a Paramount that fits, but I love the Volare.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-09, 01:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,209
Posted By beakgeek

Grim - the pirate4x4 thread was way too long of a...

Grim - the pirate4x4 thread was way too long of a read, but oh so worth it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-09, 10:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,681
Posted By beakgeek

http://www.naturepixels.com/volare/_MG_3491.jpg ...

http://www.naturepixels.com/volare/_MG_3491.jpg

creamsicle

http://www.cuddlybearicecream.com/images/menu_items/77567-30340_lg.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-09, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,196
Posted By beakgeek

Drill out Paramount = Drill Hole in Head. ...

Drill out Paramount = Drill Hole in Head.

Thankfully, pastorbob & Cudak came along! That was close.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,065
Posted By beakgeek

The before images made me want to cry, but you...

The before images made me want to cry, but you restored my good cheer with what you have done with that beautiful bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,274
Posted By beakgeek

My 1977 Volare has vertical dropouts. From what...

My 1977 Volare has vertical dropouts. From what I understand it was the first time Schwinn attempted to use them. It is a handmade frame that is beautiful to look at a great to ride.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,881
Posted By beakgeek

Has to be a Volare, but only since Paramount is...

Has to be a Volare, but only since Paramount is not a choice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-09, 11:17 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,036
Posted By beakgeek

Go to the ER and get checked out. X-rays and all...

Go to the ER and get checked out. X-rays and all that. I had a similar crash when I was 18, and it took 20 years for the side affects to start showing up. I found out 10 years later that I had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-09, 08:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,013
Posted By beakgeek

Despite the glowing yellow wrap? I...

Despite the glowing yellow wrap?

I keeeeeedddddd.

I think the yellow wrap looks sweet with the chrome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-09, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,529
Posted By beakgeek

If someone did that to a Volare they deserve to...

If someone did that to a Volare they deserve to be rattle-canned.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,013
Posted By beakgeek

This is the bike in question: ...

This is the bike in question:

http://velospace.org/files/julies_ride.jpg

I was trying to keep it period correct, but safety comes first. I could see installing brake levers near the stem on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-09, 10:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,013
Posted By beakgeek

What are these brake levers called?

My daughter is now riding the chrome super le tour 12.2 and I want to add the brake levers that are on the inside edge of the handle bars. I can't for the life of me remember what they are called. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-09, 08:54 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,741
Posted By beakgeek

When are you building the bike vault to keep that...

When are you building the bike vault to keep that in? I'd be afraid to sleep at night, unless I was spooning with that thing, from worrying about someone stealing it.

Gorgeous build!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-09, 08:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

No, I did not get the skewers, but I have a few...

No, I did not get the skewers, but I have a few sets from some other bikes that I think will work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-09, 12:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

Score!!!!

So it begins........ The advice here was correct. I just purchased these off the bay. A collecting I will go

http://www.naturepixels.com/hubs_1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-09, 01:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

I'm the guy from the schwinn forum with the...

I'm the guy from the schwinn forum with the Volare. My hit man is on the way to get my black dura-ace :innocent:

I saw those pictures and practically wet myself - thank goodness for depends.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

I've got the original Dura-Ace road headset...

I've got the original Dura-Ace road headset already so I am not competing ;-):

http://www.naturepixels.com/TerenceBrashear-2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,079
Posted By beakgeek

How timely. I am looking to build my 1977 Volare...

How timely. I am looking to build my 1977 Volare with original dura-ace components and this is just the type of information I need.

*cough* anyone have such parts for sale?

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,876
Posted By beakgeek

I'd second the request of a video of this being...

I'd second the request of a video of this being done. Does anyone know if one exists?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-09, 01:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 931
Posted By beakgeek

The Panasonic DX1000 is not top of the line, but...

The Panasonic DX1000 is not top of the line, but is still a nice bike. What model is the Peugeot?

I can't see the pictures
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-09, 12:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,355
Posted By beakgeek

Oh I guess I should mention that I have a...

Oh I guess I should mention that I have a Panasonic made chrome1977 Super Le Tour 12.2 as well. It is my wife's bike since it is too small for me.
http://velospace.org/files/julies_ride.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-09, 02:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,355
Posted By beakgeek

I was searching for a DX-5000 and stumbled on a...

I was searching for a DX-5000 and stumbled on a Panasonic made 1977 Schwinn Volare - the next frame down from the Paramount in 1977. I actually have a chance to buy that Dx that I always wanted, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,922
Posted By beakgeek

Your backside can go where only Sheldon's has...

Your backside can go where only Sheldon's has gone before! Great to see it being put to good use.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-09, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By beakgeek

I am good friends with the person selling it. I...

I am good friends with the person selling it. I have seen the bike in person and was going to purchase it, but am cash poor at the moment.

It is in good condition and is a frame I have wanted for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-08, 12:14 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,943
Posted By beakgeek

"Schwinn Racing bike all tuned up and ready for...

"Schwinn Racing bike all tuned up and ready for the Velodrome - $350"

Picture included is a Schwinn World that has seen better days. The same bike shows up next week:

"Real Fast Schwinn with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-08, 10:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 992
Posted By beakgeek

Does your significant other mind it being in bed...

Does your significant other mind it being in bed with you? :-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-08, 11:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,582
Posted By beakgeek

-5 F with the wind -27 F here in Minneapolis. ...

-5 F with the wind -27 F here in Minneapolis. They say that there is never bad weather just inappropriate clothing.

Being from So Cal originally I'm not buying what they are selling.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-08, 02:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,873
Posted By beakgeek

I think I just threw up a little in my mouth.

I think I just threw up a little in my mouth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-08, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,173
Posted By beakgeek

Had a friend at work say "aren't you into old...

Had a friend at work say "aren't you into old bikes?" He mentioned seeing an old all chrome schwinn at a second hand store that he was at the other day. I found out it was 15 minutes from work. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-08, 10:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 29,856
Posted By beakgeek

http://velospace.org/files/julies_ride.jpg ...

http://velospace.org/files/julies_ride.jpg

gratuitous Chrome 12.2 image. My 1977 Chrome Super Le Tour 12.2
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