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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 260
Posted By Thalia949

Looks like a great project. Keep the pics...

Looks like a great project. Keep the pics rolling in as you restore it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,713
Posted By Thalia949

Even this is subject to interpretation by the...

Even this is subject to interpretation by the local judges.

I had a friend that showed up to the start in Gaiole on a perfect 1970's era Alan cyclocross bike. They told him that his brakes were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,042
Posted By Thalia949

Quite a chance sighting seeing you guys in Laguna...

Quite a chance sighting seeing you guys in Laguna Beach as I was crossing the street to get lunch. It was a nice day to ride.

I'm glad that you had a guide through San Clemente.

See you all at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,042
Posted By Thalia949

Great riding with you guys at the Velo Retro -...

Great riding with you guys at the Velo Retro - see you at the Baylis ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,359
Posted By Thalia949

Thanks for the photos Manny66 - it was a lot of...

Thanks for the photos Manny66 - it was a lot of fun riding with the group. I was happy that my bike didn't break down on its first ride for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,188
Posted By Thalia949

Reach out to the Cub Shop in South Pasadena, a...

Reach out to the Cub Shop in South Pasadena, a local bike shop that sponsors a number of events. They have experience with vintage and could likely put you in touch with a frame builder or repair...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 408
Posted By Thalia949

Tempting - but I am doing Eroica Montalcino at...

Tempting - but I am doing Eroica Montalcino at the end of May and scheduled to depart for that trip mid May.

I look forward to the photos and recap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,852
Posted By Thalia949

I've got this one on the calendar, looking...

I've got this one on the calendar, looking forward to it. Easter Sunday - Church of the Vintage Wheelmen!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,106
Posted By Thalia949

Great narrative and pics Robvolz , thanks for...

Great narrative and pics Robvolz , thanks for sharing.

Was there any mention if they would repeat Cuba next year?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,042
Posted By Thalia949

The OC has our share of proper Baja style fish...

The OC has our share of proper Baja style fish tacos as well! Happy to recommend a couple of spots.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,042
Posted By Thalia949

I'll see you all at the Rose Bowl and Baylis...

I'll see you all at the Rose Bowl and Baylis rides, depending on schedule willing to meet and ride on other dates. I live in South OC on the coast.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 11,729
Posted By Thalia949

Lanterne Rouge - by Max Leonard. Highly...

Lanterne Rouge - by Max Leonard. Highly recommend this one for TDF fans. This book is about various Lanterne Rouge winners and their mindset on winning this distinction.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 11,729
Posted By Thalia949

Pro Cycling on $10 a Day - From Fat Kid to Euro...

Pro Cycling on $10 a Day - From Fat Kid to Euro Pro - Phil Gaimon - a great book about the challenges reaching the pro peloton. A Dog In a Hat by Joe Parkin addresses the same challenges in an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,218
Posted By Thalia949

Fully agree with you on the beauty of the Central...

Fully agree with you on the beauty of the Central Coast - one would think that it should be a better draw. Sea Otter has no issues in attracting people - the Monterey peninsula is a lot more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,218
Posted By Thalia949

Wes was instrumental in getting this launched. ...

Wes was instrumental in getting this launched. I've seen him the last few years in Gaiole at that event, helping with the Concours and inspecting the bikes. I suspect that if he was still active in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,218
Posted By Thalia949

I'm curious is anyone has reached out to the...

I'm curious is anyone has reached out to the organizers to clarify whether the event has been cancelled or not? A Classic Eroica CA on 9/15 was printed in the L'Eroica newspaper that was distributed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,359
Posted By Thalia949

Great pics Manny, thanks! It was a fun day,...

Great pics Manny, thanks! It was a fun day, weather was perfect and the group was great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-23, 04:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 468
Posted By Thalia949

Cool bike Manny - I look forward to seeing it one...

Cool bike Manny - I look forward to seeing it one of these days!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,504
Posted By Thalia949

Below is a link to an excellent site for info on...

Below is a link to an excellent site for info on Masi serial numbers


Masi Dates (http://bhovey.com/Masi/masidates.htm)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 54,807
Posted By Thalia949

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/tandem_f6f6c425caee9a58bdc2308de68fceb305e3c8a8.jpg
1977
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 698
Posted By Thalia949

Hopefully you were able to steer clear of the...

Hopefully you were able to steer clear of the manhole covers - tough on Ferrari's, likely equally tough on tubulars
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,834
Posted By Thalia949

Eroica Cuba

Recently I got an email from the organizers on this event.

https://eroica.cc/en/cuba

Anyone planning to attend? I know that it is chaellenging for US passport holders, perhaps it is a sporting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2,354
Views: 560,880
Posted By Thalia949

Bootsy ...

Bootsy

https://images.fastcompany.com/upload/bootsy.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 262
Posted By Thalia949

Thanks gugie . I also have a Ritchey Break Away,...

Thanks gugie . I also have a Ritchey Break Away, which is my go to if not a C&V bike. Its been on over 200 flights and I am on my third case. Hands down the best travel bike option IMHO.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-23, 11:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,852
Posted By Thalia949

Hopefully it won't be too bad in the morning. If...

Hopefully it won't be too bad in the morning. If it is, I'll get a better workout into the wind. Or I'll draft Manny66 !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,067
Posted By Thalia949

This is solid advice. Other considerations are...

This is solid advice. Other considerations are the groupset, also mentioned above were wheels, alloy rims made a big difference.

The other thing I find often is that on an older bike that has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 262
Posted By Thalia949

Favorite type of Travel Case for C&V Bikes?

I'm curious about what people prefer for a travel case for their C&V bikes. I have three travel cases, two of which were given to me, and one that I purchased. Each has its limitations and I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,852
Posted By Thalia949

I'm debating between this ride and the Arroyo...

I'm debating between this ride and the Arroyo Fest in Pasadena area. Should be great weather this weekend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,694
Posted By Thalia949

Keep the bike as is and get the matching team...

Keep the bike as is and get the matching team jersey! Total 90's style.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,593
Posted By Thalia949

Zero - I'm not the type that thinks about keeping...

Zero - I'm not the type that thinks about keeping any of them forever.

I'm more of a rider than a collector. I value the experience of trying a different bike and riding it, then finding what's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,727
Posted By Thalia949

You are smerziac You really cannot compare the...

You are smerziac You really cannot compare the two events. One is an event that attracts 10K of participants and has 25+ years of history. The other is a 500 or so niche event.

Case in point -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 861
Posted By Thalia949

Great video - thx for sharing it!

Great video - thx for sharing it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 861
Posted By Thalia949

I've done both, rented and transported my bike...

I've done both, rented and transported my bike from the US.

The rental was not great, and to ride tough terrain on a bike I was not familiar with made it that much more challenging. In subsequent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 861
Posted By Thalia949

Totally agree - I have never walked at all any...

Totally agree - I have never walked at all any portion of Mont St Marie in previous years but this year I walked a significant amount. I went down once in that nasty section before the Asciano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 861
Posted By Thalia949

My observation from this year was CA was about...

My observation from this year was CA was about 98%/2% Male female. L'Eroica Gaiole was on the Saturday rides (the two longer rides) about 80% / 20% Male / Female and on the Sunday rides about 55% /...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 861
Posted By Thalia949

I was stoked to get a quick cameo in this years...

I was stoked to get a quick cameo in this years video.

The ride this year was challenging due to the heat and how dry the Strade was - many sections that are usually packed in by rain and dampness...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 280
Posted By Thalia949

The Bicycle Stand is my go to for all vintage...

The Bicycle Stand is my go to for all vintage needs - great staff and vibe in the shop!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,375
Posted By Thalia949

repechage Stuffing the 28's under the Deltas was...

repechage Stuffing the 28's under the Deltas was not my best idea....lots of chuffing and scrapes from road debris. 25's are back on that bike and the 28's are packed as backups for Gaiolle
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,208
Posted By Thalia949

My Merckx Corsa Extra - handles that tricky...

My Merckx Corsa Extra - handles that tricky descent off of Brolio in the dark quite well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 300
Posted By Thalia949

Dan Chase - Saw from your profile that you are GB...

Dan Chase - Saw from your profile that you are GB resident - should be the same as noted above. I have some GB friends that ride and it is the same process. Also, don't wait for an email reply from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 300
Posted By Thalia949

Dan Chase Since you are a US rider you do not...

Dan Chase Since you are a US rider you do not need to get the medical certification and get a racing card. Your Doctors medical certification is enough for registration. You need to upload the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 6,781
Posted By Thalia949

​​​​​​I'm on my second set. The first was back...

​​​​​​I'm on my second set. The first was back in the day, and I was happy to get rid of them at that time.

I have a pair on my Masi GC, and while occasionally the squeal, they work fine. They...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-23, 03:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,326
Posted By Thalia949

Great photos and recap - thanks for posting them.

Great photos and recap - thanks for posting them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,359
Posted By Thalia949

I cannot make it this month - hope everyone has a...

I cannot make it this month - hope everyone has a great ride and nice 4th.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-23, 09:39 AM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,727
Posted By Thalia949

I saw the same email and clicked on it. The...

I saw the same email and clicked on it. The volunteer sign up was on that page - and I clicked on it. It took me to another pages which stated the volunteer sign up was closed.

Maybe not much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,426
Posted By Thalia949

thanks bulgie for the spec sheet. And a bigger...

thanks bulgie for the spec sheet. And a bigger thanks from me and my stoker for the recommendation on the front brakes. The hill from my house is 12%, and having the front brake fail is excitment I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 06:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,426
Posted By Thalia949

Serial number that is written in the owners...

Serial number that is written in the owners manual is BN802007

Per your earlier post merziac I also thought the FD was interesting - perhaps a replacement.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,426
Posted By Thalia949

Yes, mid 70's is my guess as well. It came with...

Yes, mid 70's is my guess as well. It came with the owners manual, a couple of Campy wrenches and extra deraillieuer cables, none of which had an actual date
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,426
Posted By Thalia949

Schwinn Paramount Tandem - Any idea on what year it is?

I found a nice condition Schwinn Paramount Tandem and wondering if anyone knows what year it is and any addtional information.

It was purchased from an Estate sale, and clearly had not been ridden...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-23, 07:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,298
Posted By Thalia949

And that Mr. Spadoni is what makes the event. ...

And that Mr. Spadoni is what makes the event. Every time I've ridden it, there are things like this that happen. That sunrise over Siena, riding the loop around the campo, helping someone who is...
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