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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-21, 01:29 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 66,323
Posted By SpiritCyclist

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 08:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,393
Posted By SpiritCyclist

+1 for Pike

I gave a friend of mine an 80's Schwinn Traveler that was sitting in our family cottage's garage for years, because his Bianchi was stolen. Turns out he loved the bike, so he had it powder coated by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 21,971
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Fast? You bet.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/df562993_9ebb_41e1_8639_020b82a98763_231e002666d12373ca0d52ea58a43033d022808a.jpeg

You can't really tell from the photo, but it's a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,017
Posted By SpiritCyclist

^^^^ Agreed on the gold chain and bolts. It...

^^^^ Agreed on the gold chain and bolts. It wouldn't normally be my thing, but it works very well with the decals. Gold and purple play nicely together.

Thank you for the response, victorm. That's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-21, 10:17 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,017
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Heck of a transformation! Amazing job on this...

Heck of a transformation! Amazing job on this bike. OP, would you mind telling me how you got the frame to this point? Sandpaper, stripper, a combo of the two? I am currently contemplating refinish...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,026
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Perfect. I'm certainly not riding to compete,...

Perfect. I'm certainly not riding to compete, either. I commute to work, and ride for fun - sometimes 5 miles, sometimes 50. The main reason I'd like to go up to 28's is to be able to ride more...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-21, 09:13 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 60,954
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Not a road sign, but...

I rode past this car last week on the way to work. Decided not to stop and take a picture. Regretted it later. Luckily, the car was in the same spot on my next ride in....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 08:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,026
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Ah, yes, I can visualize what you are saying. If...

Ah, yes, I can visualize what you are saying. If the tire leaves the rim at much too steep of an angle, the bead may not hold properly. I know there are some variables across different tire...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 07:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,026
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks for your response, good to hear about the...

Thanks for your response, good to hear about the Open Pros.

I guess it must be. The rim is labeled 622x13, and I just measured close to 19mm for the external width.

EDIT to say, I should have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,026
Posted By SpiritCyclist

28mm Tire on a 622x13 Rim?

Has anyone used 28mm tires on narrow 622x13 rims? Sheldon Brown's tire sizing crib sheet doesn't recommend it. Seems like it wouldn't be such a big jump from the 25mm tires I have on currently. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-21, 11:02 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,999
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Lots of good stuff here. The latest...

Lots of good stuff here.

The latest iteration of my Varsity roadside find, from roughly a year ago:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-21, 09:40 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 27,309
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I'm still getting used to clipless pedals. I...

I'm still getting used to clipless pedals. I temporarily threw a set on my '69 Raleigh Sports (anachronistic, I know) because I've been wanting to change out the stock bearing-less pedals that squeak...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-21, 09:09 PM
Replies: 3,547
Views: 439,848
Posted By SpiritCyclist

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

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-21, 08:07 PM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 919,992
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Varsity

Nice 'Dale!

Having the day off today, I swapped a few things around and came up with this: ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-21, 07:41 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 11,715
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Cassette Type Matters

This was mentioned already, but arm motions aside, the type of cassette/freewheel the bike is equipped with does matter quite a bit. A modern, Hyperglide-style gear cluster makes regular old friction...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-19, 03:20 PM
Replies: 27,966
Views: 4,520,265
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I just dropped in on this thread but have to...

I just dropped in on this thread but have to agree heartily with the last few statements. A few years back I bought and restored a 1969 Raleigh Sports, and it's mainly been sitting idle in my mom's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-16, 09:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,453
Posted By SpiritCyclist

jamesdak, nice bike! Keep the updates coming on...

jamesdak, nice bike! Keep the updates coming on what you decide to do with her. And pictures too. I just picked up nearly the same exact bike, what I believe is a 1980 S12-S, 23" frame--though yours...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-16, 07:01 PM
Replies: 15,448
Views: 4,070,609
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Super...of Course

I got a "bonus" bike when going to buy a Fuji S12-S from a craigslist seller recently. He says, "You fix up old bikes? How about this one here?" I snagged it for $1 extra (and as it turned out,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-16, 08:13 PM
Replies: 1,088
Views: 294,383
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Royale...With Cheese

Great shot of that Royale.

I just grabbed a 1980 Royale, in white, for $100. The bike is nearly original, save for some newer Panaracer Pasela tires (those were a welcome sight!), saddle, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-16, 12:00 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,445
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks mountaindave! Gotta figure out how to...

Thanks mountaindave! Gotta figure out how to properly post an image 😉
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-16, 07:06 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,445
Posted By SpiritCyclist

517444

517444
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-16, 06:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,394
Posted By SpiritCyclist

NOW we're talkin! 517442

NOW we're talkin!
517442
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-16, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,394
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Wow bikemig, 3 of them. Nice! Thanks for the...

Wow bikemig, 3 of them. Nice! Thanks for the replies and the link to your thread. That's definitely handy. Here are some pics of the offending rust, although it didn't look nearly as bad after a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-16, 10:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,394
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Bridgestone MB-3: Notes, Thoughts, etc.

Today I picked up a 1994 Bridgestone MB-3 for a great price. It's a beautiful bike.

I plan to do a full overhaul and then ride it 'till kingdom come. The bike is mostly stock except stem/handlebar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-16, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15,448
Views: 4,070,609
Posted By SpiritCyclist

"Saved" this 1993 Stumpjumper FS yesterday. This...

"Saved" this 1993 Stumpjumper FS yesterday. This has got to be one of the most thoroughly hard-ridden bikes I've ever seen. The chainrings and sprockets are so worn, they can barely hold the chain!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-16, 07:53 AM
Replies: 15,448
Views: 4,070,609
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I went and looked at this exact bike! Decided I...

I went and looked at this exact bike! Decided I didn't want to take on another project at the moment, being in the middle of a few already. vintagerando, where in CT are you located? And was that...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-16, 07:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,557
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Older MTB's (early 90's/late 80's) can often be...

Older MTB's (early 90's/late 80's) can often be found very cheap, often as complete bikes in good condition. Some of these have very lightweight yet durable frames. If you are savvy with bike tools...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-16, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,119,745
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Before: 516177 After: 516180

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-16, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,475
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Just built this one up, my first "from-scratch"...

Just built this one up, my first "from-scratch" single speed. 1987 Mongoose Alta. Full cro-mo frame, fork and stays, and lots of braze-ons to boot. The horizontal dropouts were begging to be...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-08-16, 08:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 710
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks Canker--I just might go ahead and do that.

Thanks Canker--I just might go ahead and do that.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-08-16, 08:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,281
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I'm just getting back into MTB after a long time...

I'm just getting back into MTB after a long time off, and it feels so great to be on those trails again! Here is my new-old bike out on my ride today, with some great scenery in the background...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-08-16, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 710
Posted By SpiritCyclist

New Old Ride - 2000 Stumpjumper M2 Pro

Hello everyone! I've been on the forum for a while but I think this is my first post in MTB land.

I'm just getting back into mountain biking after a long (too long) hiatus. I've been doing a lot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-16, 07:28 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,266
Posted By SpiritCyclist

MY LBS experiences are hit and miss. I try to...

MY LBS experiences are hit and miss. I try to support them whenever I can, but it can be tough, for reasons others have noted already.

Second to last experience: I had the pleasure of being...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-16, 03:36 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,119,745
Posted By SpiritCyclist

1987 Mongoose Alta that I just grabbed off...

1987 Mongoose Alta that I just grabbed off craigslist. Luckily, it fits me just right. Photos are "as-found" condition. This bike is full of possibilities...a bevy of rack and fender mounts! I am...
Forum: Touring
05-26-15, 05:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

bikemig, it looks like you only have one...

bikemig, it looks like you only have one rack/fender mount eyelet on the back of that white Stumpjumper. Do you have the fender stay mounted outside of the rack, or vice versa? I've got mine set up...
Forum: Touring
05-26-15, 05:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

bikemig, those are both really great looking! I...

bikemig, those are both really great looking! I considered doing the drop conversion thing, but I had just set up my flat bars with new grips and shifters...and as much as like to work on bikes, I am...
Forum: Touring
05-24-15, 01:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

bikemig, I did consider going with the trekking...

bikemig, I did consider going with the trekking bars, but I'm probably going to keep the flat bars I have on there for now. I'm quite used to them by now, having ridden the bike a lot for the past...
Forum: Touring
05-24-15, 12:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Well, the wheels came and they're quite nice...

Well, the wheels came and they're quite nice (though I haven't mounted them yet). 36 hole rims, butted DT spokes. I think I'll keep these. Called Velomine, and they said it was fine to run them with...
Forum: Touring
05-21-15, 07:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

saddlesores, you are cracking me up!!! :lol:

saddlesores, you are cracking me up!!! :lol:
Forum: Touring
05-20-15, 07:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I see, those are quite a bit cheaper. The wheels...

I see, those are quite a bit cheaper. The wheels have already shipped, so I'd have to wait for them to arrive, then return them. Thanks for the tip!
Forum: Touring
05-20-15, 07:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Haha, no it does not. Shoot. This is why I need...

Haha, no it does not. Shoot. This is why I need to stop buying things on the internet:crash:

Can you use Rhyno Lites with cantilever brakes?
Forum: Touring
05-20-15, 07:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

These:...

These: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331341613694?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Forum: Touring
05-20-15, 06:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks again for the insight, everyone. I did end...

Thanks again for the insight, everyone. I did end up ordering a new set of wheels, since I noticed the braking surface on my rear wheel was quite worn/concave. Don't want my tour to end before it...
Forum: Touring
05-20-15, 07:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Aw man, those were the exact words I needed to...

Aw man, those were the exact words I needed to hear! My goal is not to obsess over the bike, but to get it up to snuff so that I can hit the open road. I don't want to fall victim to "analysis...
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 06:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks, Johnny Mullet. Yeah, I changed over the...

Thanks, Johnny Mullet. Yeah, I changed over the tires but a new set of semi-slicks is on the way. I plan to do some trial runs this summer, so hopefully I'll get most of the issues sorted. The bike...
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 06:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

OK, I ran down to the bike co-op and grabbed a...

OK, I ran down to the bike co-op and grabbed a pair of bar ends for five bucks. Mounted them up, wrapped some bar tape on them, and I like them a lot. It's nice to have an alternative hand position....
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 03:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thank you all for the thoughtful replies! It...

Thank you all for the thoughtful replies! It sounds like a new crankset is in order. I have the replacement BB ready to go--just need to get that old crank off. MassiveD, I appreciate the insight on...
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 01:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Thanks, fietsbob. That's what I was thinking. I...

Thanks, fietsbob. That's what I was thinking. I have the crank bolt loose, and I'm gonna just ride it around till it falls off. Then replace BB and find a new crankset.
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 11:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,997
Posted By SpiritCyclist

Upgrade my MTB or keep as is?

So, I am planning my first big tour for the late summer/early fall, from Rhode Island to Colorado. I'd like to use my 1997 Diamondback Sorrento--it's a rigid frame steel MTB that I've been using as...
Forum: Touring
05-19-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 14,927
Posted By SpiritCyclist

I'm planning on doing my first ever tour, from...

I'm planning on doing my first ever tour, from Providence Rhode Island to Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Mid-August to the end of September. My girlfriend and I just graduated from college here in...
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