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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 662
Posted By Glyndwr

Mystery pre-war bike?

A neighbor found this gem in his barn (yeah, that does sound cliché, but it's true). Unfortunately, it's head tube badge was missing. The bike is equipped with a two-speed kickback hub and coaster...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-21, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By Glyndwr

Mystery bike...G. Lüthi

A neighbor/friend came across this interesting bicycle with a frame made of Dedacciai Zero Uno aluminum tubing. The decals show a "G. Lüthi" signature and "Prof" logo with a nondescript town skyline...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 06:37 PM
Replies: 464
Views: 44,035
Posted By Glyndwr

The point was not to criticize motorcyclists as...

The point was not to criticize motorcyclists as much as it was to make a point that there is a difference between being called a "cyclist" or a "biker" - if you lived in my neighborhood and had your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 01:22 PM
Replies: 464
Views: 44,035
Posted By Glyndwr

I don't like cycling being referred to "biking"...

I don't like cycling being referred to "biking" because it leads to me being called a "biker", which I absolutely HATE being called. Nothing against bikers - I'm just not into motorcycles and any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 11,575
Posted By Glyndwr

I tried to make a package of Ramen in a Cup...

I tried to make a package of Ramen in a Cup O'Noodles container, but it wouldn't fit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-20, 06:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,491
Posted By Glyndwr

Ah, one of those "I couldn't possibly be wrong"...

Ah, one of those "I couldn't possibly be wrong" guys. Let's look at what a fork represents visually, the utensil - a handle (the steerer) and tines (the fork blades). I don't really see how you can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-20, 09:37 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,491
Posted By Glyndwr

I think you're reading that label incorrectly -...

I think you're reading that label incorrectly - Reynolds makes butted tubes, stays and forks for bicycles. One fork goes on one bicycle, just as one top tube or seat tube would be used.

I've never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,491
Posted By Glyndwr

It's a FORK, singular - think of a tuning fork,...

It's a FORK, singular - think of a tuning fork, with a handle and the two prongs. Not sure why some folks say "forks" like there is more than one. The two lower parts of the fork are called the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 11:21 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,364
Posted By Glyndwr

Can you plot a route, say a figure-8 or even...

Can you plot a route, say a figure-8 or even "clover"-type route that returns you to a central point for food/drink? My friends and I do a metric century circuit in south Jersey, parking at a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,241
Posted By Glyndwr

Nitto? How about a Cinelli or 3T quill stem? Even...

Nitto? How about a Cinelli or 3T quill stem? Even better!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-20, 07:45 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,673
Posted By Glyndwr

Entitled people who think they own the world are...

Entitled people who think they own the world are the best!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-20, 07:41 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,673
Posted By Glyndwr

"Cyclists" (I'd think especially if you are using...

"Cyclists" (I'd think especially if you are using this forum) - "bikers" are a different thing altogether and should DEFINITELY not be on the sidewalk!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-20, 12:11 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,673
Posted By Glyndwr

This has been covered so many times before on...

This has been covered so many times before on this forum, but we are CYCLISTS, and no matter the safety issue with riding in the street, we do not belong on sidewalks. Note, the word is sideWALK, not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,104
Posted By Glyndwr

It's called a sideWALK, not sidebicycle - except...

It's called a sideWALK, not sidebicycle - except for small children, no one should be riding on a sidewalk. Be an adult, get on the street - if you don't feel comfortable riding where you live, then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-20, 12:54 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,239
Posted By Glyndwr

2019 amazing find...

I was a big Claude Criquielion fan during my formative years as a pro cycling fan, and I found this '89 Merckx Century in the colors of the Hitachi team for which he had ridden that season. I had a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-19, 03:00 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 42,512
Posted By Glyndwr

Where are you? Maybe it's a regional thing - in...

Where are you? Maybe it's a regional thing - in Philadelphia area, Cannondale seems to dominate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-19, 02:05 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 28,181
Posted By Glyndwr

[QUOTE=stephr1;21085581]I was curious what...

[QUOTE=stephr1;21085581]I was curious what people's experience has been when being passed by, or otherwise encounter, other bikers while out on a ride. Specifically, I'd be interested when riding on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-19, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,224
Posted By Glyndwr

As I led off my thread, "I'm going for a vintage...

As I led off my thread, "I'm going for a vintage look with modern safety."

...and if you don't consider looks when buying a helmet, you might end up with one of those butt-ugly POC things on your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-19, 09:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,224
Posted By Glyndwr

...and they look NOTHING like the vintage...

...and they look NOTHING like the vintage "hairnet" for which I was looking.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-19, 07:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,224
Posted By Glyndwr

Retro helmets?

If there is a more appropriate place to put this, my apologies, but I'm going for a vintage look with modern safety.

I love the style of the Ekoi Legende (Roman Bardet wore a fantastic French team...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-19, 11:51 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,832
Posted By Glyndwr

...and I've been pushing for using the word "cyclist" - go figure!

For a long time now, I've been frustrated by folks saying that they are going "biking", instead of "cycling" - and it is mainly because, inevitably, they will then call me a "biker". I then ask him...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-19, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,172
Posted By Glyndwr

Tommasini - what do I have here, and what's up with that seat tube decal?

I purchased this recently and would like some information from any of the Tommasini aficionados out there. It has no tubing decals or serial number anywhere obvious. From the age of the parts and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-18, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,397
Posted By Glyndwr

I.D. for my mystery Team Lemond Pro bicycle

I have read some information about the the Team Lemond Pro bicycle in online forums and have gathered that this bike would most likely be made by Della Santa or Billato, but the identifying marks for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-18, 11:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic derailleur...still

Yep, I know how to size a chain properly, and I appreciate your help. All is good, thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-18, 11:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic derailleur...still

Thanks for your input.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-18, 09:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic rear derailleur

Not sure where you gained your mechanical "knowledge", but if someone would take your shortcut to increase chain tension, he would also pull the top pulley toward the cogs, decreasing THAT distance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-18, 09:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic rear derailleur

Removing links has nothing to do with the derailleur being able to accommodate larger cogs.

Anyway, I already solved the problem with the advice about the adjustable cage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

Big thanks!

The suggestions and directions posted here for the adjustable cage worked perfectly - I appreciate everyone's help!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-18, 07:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

I've heard about this lowered pivot adjustment,...

I've heard about this lowered pivot adjustment, but I haven't seen any detail on how the process is done.

...I don't anticipate having much luck finding that longer Mavic cage option, though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-18, 01:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,969
Posted By Glyndwr

The search for a long(er) cage Mavic rear derailleur...

I have a 1995 Vitus 992 in Lotto Team colors, fully equipped in Mavic components. I have an 801 derailleur currently on the bike, and the top pulley wheel makes contact with anything larger than a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-18, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By Glyndwr

Very nice - thank you!

Very nice - thank you!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-18, 06:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By Glyndwr

Vintage tubular rim I.D. help

Anyone recognize this label (the only one left on this rim)? Says "Made in France" over the top.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-18, 10:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,988
Posted By Glyndwr

U. Scanini - what does the "U" stand for?

I just purchased a U. Scanini frameset, Martelly-made with Cinelli lugs! I have found a decent amount of info on the brand, but no one has mentioned what the letter U stands for.

Anyone out there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-17, 03:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,064
Posted By Glyndwr

Wilier Triestina bike build by Vitus?

THIS (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Very-Rare-Wilier-Triestina-Vitus-979-Frame-56cm-Campagnolo-Super-Record/142546122067?hash=item2130693553:g:F9EAAOSwO9JZ61Sg) looks like a fake job to me, as I don't get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,153
Posted By Glyndwr

Cannondale Six13 bottom bracket

I recently purchased a very nice 2005 Six13 frameset, and of course I'm finding my knowledge of vintage bicycle building completely useless in attempting to find the correct bottom bracket for this....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,601
Posted By Glyndwr

BELOW Philadelphia? There's not much south of...

BELOW Philadelphia? There's not much south of Philadelphia, as far as PA goes. Royersford is NW of the city, about midway to Reading.

There are a lot of short and steep climbs here in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,601
Posted By Glyndwr

Vitus 992 pics (regarding Mavic brake levers)

Well, not "in progress", more like completed...

Excuse the FSA compact cranks, but there were few options - lots of steep hills around here to manage on my nearly 50-year-old legs! I'll deal with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-17, 09:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,601
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic 451 brake levers

I'm installing some Mavic components on a Vitus and can't figure out how to correctly install cables in the 451 levers. They are of the aero variety, and unlike modern levers there is no stop molded...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-17, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,465
Posted By Glyndwr

Mavic 851 derailleur parts

I just purchased a Vitus bicycle that is screaming for some Mavic parts, and the search is on for brakes and a front derailleur as well. I came across an 851 rear derailleur that is missing the upper...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-16, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,033
Posted By Glyndwr

Martl, look at that page again. The labels are...

Martl, look at that page again. The labels are BELOW the images - that is a 1995 Chorus headset, which is what I have. Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-16, 09:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,626
Posted By Glyndwr

From what I've seen, the stamping of the model...

From what I've seen, the stamping of the model name took place on 1996 versions, anything before did not.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,033
Posted By Glyndwr

I.D.-ing a Campagnolo headset

I'm having trouble nailing this one down, as everything I've seen (VeloBase, etc.) is slightly different. Key markings are the -BREV.-INT.-CAMPAGNOLO- around both the lower and upper cups, as well as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-16, 04:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,626
Posted By Glyndwr

Campy headset

I know I'm WAY late to the part, but it looks just like Athena (from VeloBase)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-16, 05:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By Glyndwr

Unfamiliar logo / brand of hub on my Nisi wheel

I'm not sure if this is a stylized "R" or a C-R combination, but can anyone tell me what brand of hub is laced to the Nisi Moncalieri tubular wheel I came across?

Thanks.

527063
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-16, 08:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By Glyndwr

Thanks for the idea, but the spindle is...

Thanks for the idea, but the spindle is symmetrical. Clearance for the cranks and chainstays is actually kinda tight on both sides, too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-16, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By Glyndwr

Campagnolo bottom bracket for Vitus 979?

I'm building for a friend a Vitus 979 with Campagnolo Super Record gruppo. The vintage bottom bracket he supplied had a spindle length of 114mm, with 68-SS markings.

When I attempted to install...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-16, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,126
Posted By Glyndwr

Whether you were, as you said, "late to the...

Whether you were, as you said, "late to the party" or not, your information is greatly appreciated! Thanks so much for sharing and providing some valuable info.

Safe riding!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-16, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,126
Posted By Glyndwr

I really thought this bicycle was older than...

I really thought this bicycle was older than mid-80s! Did you have one or see one somewhere? The 'net only comes up with Wilier's Gran Turismo.

I have seen Pinarello catalogs from 1981-2 and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-16, 12:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,062
Posted By Glyndwr

Yes, I knew the skewer/hub match was a...

Yes, I knew the skewer/hub match was a consideration, but I figured (correctly, in your case) smart folks in the forum wouldn't make a "positive" just based on that. Thanks for the other info, too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-16, 12:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,062
Posted By Glyndwr

Not a stupid question at all. That was something...

Not a stupid question at all. That was something that never occurred to me that someone might do. I checked, and there is a hole under the clip.
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