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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 76,673
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

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Cheaper build for my brother, all consumables replaced...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,241
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,217
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Different year I know but I got mine quite a few...

Different year I know but I got mine quite a few years back and knew very little about bikes, this Classic and Vintage group was so helpful. It had terrible rust (and it may still even :lol:) I had...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-07-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 829
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

This is what I probably should have asked. I...

This is what I probably should have asked. I didn't want say I have an issue if all I need to do is be more patient. Not like I need premium membership ASAP or anything.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,147,805
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/d/tustin-v...

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/d/tustin-very-small-vintage-specialized/7696801916.html

...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-04-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 829
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Been a few days...

I purchased premium membership a couple days ago and haven't been upgraded yet. Thought I'd use this thread to check in.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-23, 12:40 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,147,805
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

got it! This thread is a bad influence on me:lol:

got it! This thread is a bad influence on me:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 02:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I have been super curious about those bars!...

I have been super curious about those bars! Depending on the fork, this could be a good option for sure.



I have thought about this, but it's such a nice light steel frame, be nice to keep it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 10:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Yes i had the Carver fork listed in my first...

Yes i had the Carver fork listed in my first post, I actually have one all ready on my one of my rockhoppers. They are great forks! Very much appreciate the suggestion! Here's a picture of said...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Hiring a pro frame builder sounds expensive :o....

Hiring a pro frame builder sounds expensive :o. But either way this frame will get a second life! I think I'm going to get it powder coated. Maybe I'll have it sandblasted first and then attempt...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-24-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,463
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Honestly I wouldn't attempt to actually restore...

Honestly I wouldn't attempt to actually restore it to original or repaint at all. Most likely just find nice working period-ish correct components to get it riding nice to enjoy randomly here and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-23-23, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,463
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I see... this person is asking 470$ plus...

I see... this person is asking 470$ plus shipping. zukahn1 very true! Bikes are becoming plentiful once again with all those pandemic bikes hitting the used market and stuff. I'll have to watch...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

eeuuugh I already have my ebike conversion build...

eeuuugh I already have my ebike conversion build that is super capable.
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-22-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,463
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Reynolds 531 Raleigh Professional

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I am so tempted to swoop this up, what's a ballpark...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Pretty worn Trek 970, how to build?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,147,805
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/36081635...

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3608163566096323
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,622
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Thank you

Thanks for the words of comfort! I was definitely having similar thoughts when talking myself into buying it :lol:. I will have to start a different thread on this build and see what fun suggestions...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 09:31 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,622
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Trek 970

Just picked this up! 100 dolla made me holla :rolleyes:
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Bars/stem,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-23, 11:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,595
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

that's the one! Great shop, nice guys.

that's the one! Great shop, nice guys.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-19-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,595
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

VO wheels, bars, seatpost, stem, and fenders. ...

VO wheels, bars, seatpost, stem, and fenders.
Groupset is GRX810 limited :D
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-18-23, 08:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,595
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I recently bought a Ritchey Outback and very much...

I recently bought a Ritchey Outback and very much enjoy it! As for the debate about how "worth it" it is... I think its like a luxury/sports car vs a more common economic car, like is that worth it?...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-16-23, 10:20 PM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 436,368
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

:lol:Snarky comments is the price for asking...

:lol:Snarky comments is the price for asking questions on the interwebs.:rolleyes: atleast I'm paid up now!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I was asking if i can run these tires tubeless,...

I was asking if i can run these tires tubeless, not if there's a tube in my tire. Sorry for the confusion.



Ya I suspected as much, I was just hoping 😅. Thanks for your input!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-23, 05:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Ritchey Alpine JB 700x35, is this Tubeless?

Can't find this tire on the Ritchey website (without WCS label). The one that shows for this size has the WCS label and specifies tubeless (only available in 700x35c). Seems like if mine was...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-21-23, 03:37 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,045
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

50th Anniversary Ritchey Outback

I wanted a new bike, but love that vintage bike esthetic. I wanted something a bit fancier than an:
all city/surly/fairdale/ soma etc...
But I don't think I could afford a full custom steel bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-22, 06:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,544
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

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Forum: Mountain Biking
10-05-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 409
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

It's a coworker's bike actually, and I'm testing...

It's a coworker's bike actually, and I'm testing it out for a bit first, so I can confirm it does fit. I even took it out for a ride, suspension feels like it's still working decently. Didn't see...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-04-21, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 409
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

2013 Trek Fuel EX 6 worth it?

Have the chance to pick up a '13 Trek Fuel EX 6 (26 inch) that is well used, but not thrashed for 400$. Will likely need a tuneup and new tires. If I can do the wrenching, does this sound like a good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-21, 12:25 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 400,050
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Yep, I really like them too!

Yep, I really like them too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-21, 09:18 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 400,050
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-21, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,622
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

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

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-21, 07:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,370
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I like it

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The fork feels great! Rides much like it did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-21, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,370
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

I got the Carver!

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Just got the fork installed, only had the chance to ride around the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-21, 07:00 AM
Replies: 8,793
Views: 1,106,767
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Kirtland bags

Local buy, was able to get 2 sets all for 32$!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7,825
Views: 929,563
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Gitane Hosteller fender

Found some metallic pinstripe for these old fenders. It's actually a tad wider than the original stuff, but it's barely noticeable. Not prefect, but better than it was!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-21, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,370
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Thanks for the replies, I'm leaning more toward...

Thanks for the replies, I'm leaning more toward the Carver now I think. It comes in 410mm, the strait blades will look better on the frame, and money saved can go into some nicer tires. Thanks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-21, 09:25 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,147,805
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

1970s Raleigh Competition GS - $375 (Yorba...

1970s Raleigh Competition GS - $375 (Yorba linda)https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/d/yorba-linda-1970s-raleigh-competition-gs/7299102378.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-21, 09:21 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,147,805
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Gitane Tour de France Vintage Classic - $400...

Gitane Tour de France Vintage Classic - $400 (Penasquitos)https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/d/san-diego-gitane-tour-de-france-vintage/7299972789.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-21, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,370
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

26 inch Rigid fork: Soma vs. Carver

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My current (suspension) fork A2C measurement is 410mm. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-21, 09:16 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,131,108
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Yep that's definitely the original color, I owned...

Yep that's definitely the original color, I owned a grand sport deluxe before in the same color too.



Yes sir that's a cottered triple. "Durax" is the manufacturer, I'm not sure if its...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-21, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,131,108
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Gitane Hosteller

Been giving this scratched, dented, and rusted up old beast some more years to it's life. Just went through all the bearings and did a lot of cleaning of grime. Really interesting ride......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-21, 09:47 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,054
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-21, 09:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,470
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

As long as you're not hung up on space/storage I...

As long as you're not hung up on space/storage I agree with nlerner just tuck it away and treat it like any other extra part in the parts bin. Sometimes the parts bin gets so full, another bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 19,522
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

2 Raleigh Sports and a Competition

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,690
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Rag with some solvent method works well, though I...

Rag with some solvent method works well, though I like to add in a sheet of card board for some rigidity to really get in there. It helps to cut the carboard into the shape you need, like a gear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-21, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7,825
Views: 929,563
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Durax Triple Cottered cranks on my Gitane...

Durax Triple Cottered cranks on my Gitane Hosteller. Just looking for some 9mm cotters still, contacting some forum members first before ordering from a retailer. It will be my first time filing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-21, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,131,108
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Gitane hosteller finally getting some love.

Had this one for awhile now, took it for a couple rides and took time pretty pictures. But I've recently felt the urge to give it a proper refresh. Then if I don't feel too attached after, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-21, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,086
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-21, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,622
Posted By RALEIGH_COMP

Thank you! That seems like the ticket, available...

Thank you! That seems like the ticket, available in 410mm right on the money too. Most other options I was seeing were down in the 390's or up in the +440's, not that those would have been terrible,...
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