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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 628
Posted By T.W.O.

Unfortunately, Rhonda and I will miss the spring...

Unfortunately, Rhonda and I will miss the spring CCRT ride this year. We are heading down to Texas to visit family and get some early season miles in. You guys have fun! We hope to see you in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-23, 05:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 823
Posted By T.W.O.

I'm in for Sunday! What time do we start?

I'm in for Sunday! What time do we start?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 491
Posted By T.W.O.

Top has been organizing a C&V ride on the Cape...

Top has been organizing a C&V ride on the Cape Cod Rail Trail over Columbus Day weekend for quite a number of years and getting a good group. I'll likely do that ride if I'm in Massachusetts.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-12-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,319
Posted By T.W.O.

Brent, I just sent you a PM.

Brent, I just sent you a PM.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-13-23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,855
Posted By T.W.O.

The Frejus looks like a good size for me. I have...

The Frejus looks like a good size for me. I have a '78 Motobecane Grand Jubilee, black w/ red stripes, about a 56cm frame size that I could add to a deal. It is in very good shape. I PM'd you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 782
Posted By T.W.O.

I'll be riding RAGBRAI this year, though on a...

I'll be riding RAGBRAI this year, though on a marginally vintage bike, a 90's Ti Serotta with 1st generation Shimano STI shifters. It would be great to meet some new C&V people if we can arrange a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-23, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 912
Posted By T.W.O.

Bump. Looking forward to the ride tomorrow.

Bump. Looking forward to the ride tomorrow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-23, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 912
Posted By T.W.O.

Hey Prowler, Where do you camp for this ride? ...

Hey Prowler, Where do you camp for this ride? I'll probably just get an early start and drive from home but thinking about doing a road ride around Falmouth on Sunday.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 912
Posted By T.W.O.

I'm planning to be there and, hopefully, Rhonda...

I'm planning to be there and, hopefully, Rhonda will join me. Looking forward to it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,549
Posted By T.W.O.

Jeff, I have experienced exactly the same issue...

Jeff, I have experienced exactly the same issue on some handlebars and it seems to me more common on the "ergo" shaped bars. I have wondered if the "short drops" bars were made as a way for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,382
Posted By T.W.O.

Here is a pic of the '76 Motobecane Grand Jubile...

Here is a pic of the '76 Motobecane Grand Jubile that I rode on Saturday. The reputation of the metric 531 frames as being a smooth, comfortable ride is well deserved in my experience. I'll have to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-22, 06:32 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,382
Posted By T.W.O.

That was a great ride and a great time! Thanks...

That was a great ride and a great time! Thanks for organizing, Top!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-22, 02:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,382
Posted By T.W.O.

The weather is looking pretty good for the Cape...

The weather is looking pretty good for the Cape Cod opener on Saturday! Looking forward to seeing you guys.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-22, 11:21 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 16,633
Posted By T.W.O.

Steve in Peoria, Thank you for scanning and...

Steve in Peoria,
Thank you for scanning and posting these columns. They are a fantastic read! I'll be spending some time with this.
- Steve in Chelmsford
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-22, 09:31 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,169,058
Posted By T.W.O.

I have read that those Performance frames were...

I have read that those Performance frames were made by Biemmezeta. I always thought that they looked good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-22, 09:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,382
Posted By T.W.O.

Are we still on for Saturday, April 16th? ...

Are we still on for Saturday, April 16th? Meeting at and starting from the South Dennis Trailhead? What time?

I'm planning on attending and may overnight on the Cape or nearby to get an extra...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,587
Posted By T.W.O.

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

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1449/rrb_bike_1a_c407c7dc485ecb532cf09f8e7ce2fd7b42549c47.jpg
Ron Boi frame set up as single speed....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-22, 07:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,769
Posted By T.W.O.

What a beautiful restoration on your Urago! I'd...

What a beautiful restoration on your Urago! I'd love to see pics and hear the story of the process if you felt like writing it up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,198
Posted By T.W.O.

I think the tape looks good but I especially like...

I think the tape looks good but I especially like the yellow "emoji face" wall outlet!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 09:07 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,382
Posted By T.W.O.

I had a great time last Spring and am looking...

I had a great time last Spring and am looking forward to doing it again!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-22, 10:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,226
Posted By T.W.O.

I love it when a mystery is solved!

I love it when a mystery is solved!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-21, 01:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,688
Posted By T.W.O.

Galling is the problem to be avoided when...

Galling is the problem to be avoided when screwing a steel threaded freewheel onto an aluminum hub and anti-seize compound is the right stuff to use to prevent galling. I use a Permetex compound...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-21, 10:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,516
Posted By T.W.O.

Like Golden Boy, I'm having trouble picturing how...

Like Golden Boy, I'm having trouble picturing how a moving to a narrower tire would cause chain rub. I use and like the Continental Contact Speed tire on an older mountain bike for road/trail use....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-21, 08:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,046
Posted By T.W.O.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_8497_69437294e88eb8c11774e29646b602dbf1df432e.jpgSo, you had the red Benotto Cellotape, a Rolls saddle, proper handlebars and a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-21, 08:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,746
Posted By T.W.O.

I bought a 25”, opaque blue, Le Tour new in 1974...

I bought a 25”, opaque blue, Le Tour new in 1974 and that was my sole bike for 10 years. After a lot of years and a bunch of bikes have passed, I know that I spent more on upgrades for that bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-21, 04:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,537
Posted By T.W.O.

I found the Vittoria shoes ran true to size. I...

I found the Vittoria shoes ran true to size. I generally wear a Size 44 Euro and Size 10 US. I have a medium width fore foot with a slightly narrow heel. The 44 Vittoria 1976's fit me very well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-21, 11:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,537
Posted By T.W.O.

Pete, I’ve been on a search for the perfect...

Pete,

I’ve been on a search for the perfect “vintage” bike shoe since my 1980’s Diadora’s went belly-up a few decades back. Here is what I have tried:

Yellow Jersey cleats on “modern”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-21, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,051
Posted By T.W.O.

I love Serottas! Here is information that I had...

I love Serottas! Here is information that I had copied, edited a bit, and saved from https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=99078, the same thread that Skip mentions.

The modern system...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-21, 07:28 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 15,823
Posted By T.W.O.

It is a tad too small for me, thank goodness! ...

It is a tad too small for me, thank goodness! The joinery reminds me of Tom Ritchey's work like this head lug from an Annapurna. I've heard these called "faux lugs" and assumed that it was fillet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-21, 09:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,074
Posted By T.W.O.

Have you considered just respraying the gloss...

Have you considered just respraying the gloss black? The 1991 catalog describes the color as "black on conch" and the lighter section of that frame looks good. I would think that someone with an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-21, 09:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,770
Posted By T.W.O.

That is one beautiful bike! Thanks for sharing...

That is one beautiful bike! Thanks for sharing the pics. I would love to hear more about it as you finish your restoration and ride it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-21, 05:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 21,866
Posted By T.W.O.

That's a clever modification. I like it! One...

That's a clever modification. I like it! One question though. It looks like you are using those adapters made to put bag loops on a Brooks Professional saddle. Is there any reason why you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-21, 04:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,982
Posted By T.W.O.

Top, That was a great ride today! I enjoyed...

Top, That was a great ride today! I enjoyed meeting you and some of the other C&Vers. Thanks for organizing it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-21, 10:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,982
Posted By T.W.O.

Just a "heads up" to anyone heading to the Cape...

Just a "heads up" to anyone heading to the Cape this weekend and who is also in acquisition mode, I was checking Craig's List-Boston and noticed that there is a person in Harwich that has listed some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-21, 01:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,087
Posted By T.W.O.

I'm with Shoota! If you are going to ride gravel...

I'm with Shoota! If you are going to ride gravel with any level of aggression, brifters are the way to go. I will add that I agree with the earlier criticism of Shimano's left side (front...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-14-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 770
Posted By T.W.O.

I'm interested in the complete bike. PM sent.

I'm interested in the complete bike. PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,982
Posted By T.W.O.

Sounds good! See you there.

Sounds good! See you there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-21, 11:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,104
Posted By T.W.O.

Thanks for the tip Mr. Spadoni! That is indeed a...

Thanks for the tip Mr. Spadoni! That is indeed a beautiful photo essay. After checking out the author's other on-line links I learned that Roff Smith is a photojournalist for National Geographic. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-21, 12:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,982
Posted By T.W.O.

I got my second vaccine shot about two weeks ago....

I got my second vaccine shot about two weeks ago. I'm planning on being there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-21, 11:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,003
Posted By T.W.O.

I agree with wesmamyke, The seat post clamp and...

I agree with wesmamyke, The seat post clamp and the head tube make me think that it is a Pinnacle. As clean as it is, I believe that it was either repainted or seldom/never ridden. I bought a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-21, 06:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,269
Posted By T.W.O.

I think scarlson is correct regarding the head...

I think scarlson is correct regarding the head badge and I believe that Motobecane stopped using that style badge in 1973 perhaps carrying into early 1974. The fork crown is also consistent with an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-21, 10:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,269
Posted By T.W.O.

Looks like a Motobecane from the 1970's. Check...

Looks like a Motobecane from the 1970's. Check out the pictures in this thread:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-20, 08:52 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,868
Posted By T.W.O.

Those are two beauties!

Those are two beauties!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-20, 09:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,704
Posted By T.W.O.

I would consider removing both outer knurled...

I would consider removing both outer knurled locknuts and adding a thin stainless steel washer of the correct size on each side of the axle. Then screw the knurled locknuts back on, adjust the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-20, 07:58 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,169,058
Posted By T.W.O.

I agree that this is a Raleigh Professional. It...

I agree that this is a Raleigh Professional. It looks like a Mark III to me which, if correct, would put it in 1971. Based on the proportions, I would guess it to be a 22 1/2" frame though maybe an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,598
Posted By T.W.O.

Moe, That looks like an Ian Oughtred design... ...

Moe, That looks like an Ian Oughtred design... Is it? Did you build it? Regardless, that is a beautiful sailboat! Cheers!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,645
Posted By T.W.O.

Since you are playing with Photoshop, you might...

Since you are playing with Photoshop, you might try changing the color of your cable housing, bar tape and/or saddle. I think that a splash of color would look good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 10:35 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,645
Posted By T.W.O.

Another option might be to only remove part of...

Another option might be to only remove part of the rim stickers, perhaps leaving only the "Vuelta". I think that rim logos look OK on a modern bike but do not work with a vintage bike. I recently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-20, 05:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,996
Posted By T.W.O.

I second that! I have a late 60's Carlton Flyer...

I second that! I have a late 60's Carlton Flyer that came to me with 700c wheels on it. The bike looks better with 27" wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By T.W.O.

I've had good experiences with Velocals' decals.

I've had good experiences with Velocals' decals.
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