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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 335
Posted By AdventureManCO

Those look money, but my ‘occasional engineer’...

Those look money, but my ‘occasional engineer’ brain can’t get past how little actual material is left around the club cutout
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 241
Posted By AdventureManCO

I think it’s just because all the stuck seatposts...

I think it’s just because all the stuck seatposts out there know you are just going to roll your eyes at them before breaking out a 20ft cheater bar that they give up as soon as they hit your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 241
Posted By AdventureManCO

These old suspension forks from back in the...

These old suspension forks from back in the heyday seem to have a curious ratio of ‘coolest then’ to ‘lamest now’.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-08-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 185
Posted By AdventureManCO

WAY bigger than 56cm! If that is your size, then...

WAY bigger than 56cm! If that is your size, then definitely keep looking.

I've started to identify frame size from pictured based on where the top tube sits in relation to the rear wheel height....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 473
Posted By AdventureManCO

We need pics! 2 more posts to go:D

We need pics!

2 more posts to go:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 198
Posted By AdventureManCO

That bike has a solid reputation. And...its...

That bike has a solid reputation. And...its Italian, so it gets a pass here no matter what:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 241
Posted By AdventureManCO

It's a horrid thing really, and I like it. ...

It's a horrid thing really, and I like it.


Far better than me, though, since my junky mtb project still has a stuck seatpost.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 324
Posted By AdventureManCO

Jus sayin’… ...

Jus sayin’…

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6KPDI65UhGM&pp=ygUPSHVmZnkgbGUgZ3JhbmRl

see the 00:12 mark
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 408
Posted By AdventureManCO

Trademark infringement

Trademark infringement
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 408
Posted By AdventureManCO

100% agree

100% agree
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

jamesdak can probably weigh in as he owns/owned...

jamesdak can probably weigh in as he owns/owned one. There is one near me that is nearly in scrap condition that was $600, now $200 and still too much. I don’t know much about the brand either, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 297
Posted By AdventureManCO

Both sound awesome. How is the condition of...

Both sound awesome. How is the condition of either? If either one needs a repaint, $$$.

Got pics?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,120
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hoping for a speedy recovery and many many miles...

Hoping for a speedy recovery and many many miles ahead!:giver:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

You learn something new everyday:thumb: thank you...

You learn something new everyday:thumb: thank you for that - although I wouldn't be as interested in a canti-less 720 as one with. Still, $20 is chopper territory!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

I don't think that is a 720, as I'm not seeing...

I don't think that is a 720, as I'm not seeing canti posts, unless I'm mistaken about the 720s. A 700? 710? Interesting to see stem mounted shifters on that bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

Just in case anyone was wondering if the Cimarron...

Just in case anyone was wondering if the Cimarron came with a silver ano'd Nitto stem, it did NOT:D
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

Dear fellow support members, I have erred. ...

Dear fellow support members,

I have erred. I have regressed, and instead of continuing my trend of reduction, I have gone the other way, and allowed myself, in a moment of weakness, to succumb to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

Alright, I'm in. ...

Alright, I'm in.


https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/04449c2e_bdaa_43c3_8dd0_41ae8068c67c_4923ece8a7fc12c090bf73d6cdb10300b88fc788.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is absolutely fantastic. Great work man! ...

This is absolutely fantastic. Great work man!




...and far better than me. I regressed once again. But, it was completely worth it. And, I'll be listing 2-3 bicycles for sale locally, probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

Of all times to not be in St Paul MN. Great...

Of all times to not be in St Paul MN.

Great find, Clang.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,905
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good fix.

Good fix.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 820
Posted By AdventureManCO

You called? :lol: You know, my wallet...

You called? :lol:



You know, my wallet and mental health will agree with the 'mistake' part, but for whatever reason my crapo Huffy was the funnest project I've ever done. Some people love to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 385
Posted By AdventureManCO

What is interesting is that in that thread, while...

What is interesting is that in that thread, while there was some chatter about using lye, I elected not to and decided to try a couple other methods, more for the experience than anything else.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 385
Posted By AdventureManCO

Sometimes the posts are so stuck throwing them in...

Sometimes the posts are so stuck throwing them in a vise or using a pipe wrench can break the stays off. Usually the higher end the frame, the more delicate the operation required. I've also seen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 556
Posted By AdventureManCO

My bad!

My bad!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 385
Posted By AdventureManCO

NaOH...is that lye? If so, a few days, and cover...

NaOH...is that lye? If so, a few days, and cover your frame in grease + cling wrap + tape and you should be all set:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,647
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, I've been riding this one a bit more, and...

Well, I've been riding this one a bit more, and as I do, as with most bikes, its been speaking to me more about different things and I've been able to get to know it better and make a better...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

A quick dip in the lakes of lye would have that...

A quick dip in the lakes of lye would have that out in a jiffy, rust may or may not be an issue. Likely savable, but about $50 too high, for all that work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

The hesitation is on-point:thumb:

The hesitation is on-point:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

I guarantee there would be nothing 'classic'...

I guarantee there would be nothing 'classic' about it:lol:

If anything, I sadly actually paid money for the bike and would feel to dumb to just send it to the co-op knowing they would absolutely,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

I've been trying to avoid this thread bad. I LOVE...

I've been trying to avoid this thread bad. I LOVE the idea, and USAZorro has been the admirable torch-bearer for the top 'clunker' challenge right now. Its just I've been trying to get rid of these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,222
Posted By AdventureManCO

Actually, it presents really, really well. You...

Actually, it presents really, really well. You did a really clean build on it. Enjoy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,326
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, that turned out freakin' nice!

Wow, that turned out freakin' nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 766
Posted By AdventureManCO

These 700c steel hybrids are always such great...

These 700c steel hybrids are always such great bikes. The head tubes are always nearly universally short, which requires one to get creative with handlebar height. But Celeste and Prestige tubing? ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 605
Posted By AdventureManCO

I was thinking the same thing…those bearings have...

I was thinking the same thing…those bearings have to travel all that extra distance over an increased race diameter for every revolution compare to a standard wheel, and that is multiplying the wear,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 1,105
Views: 420,899
Posted By AdventureManCO

Question - do you have a picture you can share? ...

Question - do you have a picture you can share? We can always find the sizing info via the Trek Technical Manual, then compare it against the sizing differences of the smaller sizes - and since I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,647
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol you guys crack me up Gonna try the...

lol you guys crack me up


Gonna try the Record wheelset on it today and see how things improve, because I did like the geometry, felt efficient.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,647
Posted By AdventureManCO

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or...

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or something?

I've run across a bunch of stuck posts and stems here and there throughout the years. Others have far more experience than I do, but I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 230
Posted By AdventureManCO

EDIT: reading comprehension. I wish you the...

EDIT: reading comprehension.

I wish you the very best in finding someone who will cherish these bikes from your family!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher...

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher X-caliber from 1996 and under (for a couple of years I think) was basically the exact same frame, and it may fly more under the radar. Of course, these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

You should get a build thread on this one. Not...

You should get a build thread on this one. Not every day a Super Corsa pops up, and it looks like its got a great ratio of desirability/patina. Will eagerly look forward to this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly...

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly me!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,647
Posted By AdventureManCO

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day,...

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day, and it is a nice rider! Like I predicted, the wheelset and tire combo made it feel a bit sluggish, but I'm also getting better at telling where that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,277
Posted By AdventureManCO

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500...

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500 smackers somewhere on the East Coast...Maryland, maybe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got...

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got to be some catch. I'm a little gun-shy now about things like this that look too good. A couple weeks back I went to go check out a motorcycle that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my...

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my collection is just crap. Well, I mean other than the Guac and maybe the the Trek 930 (which is already sort of 'meh'). Half my bikes don't even fit me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just...

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just $195 a peice. The panto'd Guerc? No way.

I'm not close, unfortunately. Or fortunately? I can't tell!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay...

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay ends? If so, that is a great buy. I actually dig the weathered look. Replace that gnarly seat and off you go!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my...

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my son's Miyata rides, which took my completely by surprise because I was expecting it to ride like a slug because they are known for being great riders...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 535
Views: 27,576
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd...

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd Guerciotti w/ Super Record?? This guy has some serious equipment that I feel is going to be EXTREMELY dangerous for most of this group. Yowza.


**must...
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