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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 10:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,900
Posted By TomJD

Pedals and Petals in Inlet, NY

Pedals and Petals in Inlet, NY
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 11:55 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,106
Posted By TomJD

30 T wrap necessary?

Assuming you never cross chain the 52-28 or 36-14 combinations, do you really need 30 tooth wrap?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-21, 01:47 PM
Replies: 793
Views: 95,529
Posted By TomJD

Lately have been making Manhattans. Also...

Lately have been making Manhattans. Also drinking beers from Genesee Brewery and Saranac (F.X.Matt Brewing), as well as local brewpubs (shout out to Twin Elder, Victor, NY). Best
beer label is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,274
Posted By TomJD

Fork's bent! 😊

Fork's bent! 😊
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-20, 08:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,483
Posted By TomJD

Those look like Scott-Mathauser brake pad...

Those look like Scott-Mathauser brake pad assemblies. I have the same on Suntour Superbe brakes, and also am thinking of replacing them due to their age. I think you can still get these NOS?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-20, 02:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,307
Posted By TomJD

No, that's why I place a short length of pipe...

No, that's why I place a short length of pipe insulation around the top tube where the clamp contacts it. Easy!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-20, 07:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,307
Posted By TomJD

Swagman G10

I bought one of these last year for exactly this reason. A short length of pipe insulation helps provide additional top tube cushioning and protection. I have used it for local as well as day long...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-19, 12:06 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,819
Posted By TomJD

Racks and fenders

Love the paint coordinated racks. Looks like the racks are bolted to the dropout eyelets, but are also fixed in the fore/aft position by bolting to the fenders rather than connected directly to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-19, 03:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,573
Posted By TomJD

One advantage of this style FD is that when...

One advantage of this style FD is that when pedalling uphill with increasing tension on the chain and needing to downshift that you don't need to rely on a spring to make this critical shift, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,222
Posted By TomJD

I'm thinking the presence of two water bottles on...

I'm thinking the presence of two water bottles on the top side of the downtube might make inconvenient access to shift levers in the usual position on the downtube, and thus the shift levers location...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-18, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,495
Posted By TomJD

Thanks for all your suggestions. I'll...

Thanks for all your suggestions. I'll investigate further this winter while getting the bike ready for riding this spring.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-18, 03:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,495
Posted By TomJD

Front derailleur shifts when pedalling out of saddle

I'm posting this in C&V instead of the mechanics/repair as my bike is a Holdsworth Special from ~1982. I weigh about 200 lb. The frame is a 56cm 531db throughout. Crank and derailleurs is early...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,169
Posted By TomJD

I bought my Holdsworth Special about 1982-3, but...

I bought my Holdsworth Special about 1982-3, but mine doesn't have the brazed-on shifter mounts or front derailleur tab. I need to check my serial number to see where it falls relative to yours, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-17, 07:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,899
Posted By TomJD

New 2-layer polyurethane tires

Saw this in a chemistry trade website. BASF is making these non-inflatable tires for rental/loaner bicycles. The article claims the new tires are 30% lighter (than what?), but that makes me wonder...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-17, 04:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,776
Posted By TomJD

Grand Bois, that is an attractive bike. I'm...

Grand Bois, that is an attractive bike. I'm intrigued by the combination of the chain guard and front derailleur; didn't think the combination would be possible. Please, could you provide some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-16, 04:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,741
Posted By TomJD

I'm assuming Fiamme Yellow clincher rims. ...

I'm assuming Fiamme Yellow clincher rims. Perhaps some expert would know if these are a newer "hooked" rim. If not, I would question whether modern narrow high pressure tires would be compatible...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-16, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,543
Posted By TomJD

Is the clearance (if any) between the chainstay...

Is the clearance (if any) between the chainstay and chainring as tight as it seems in the first photo?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-15, 02:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,689
Posted By TomJD

Before I became a fossil, I had an Atala 104...

Before I became a fossil, I had an Atala 104 Grand Prix. The wheels were probably the best thing on the bike: Campy Tipo LF hubs with Fiamme Yellow clincher rims (aluminum). Brakes were also nice:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-15, 11:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,991
Posted By TomJD

Holdsworth reincarnated??

I stumbled across this while e-surfing about Holdsworth bike frames, and thought the community here might be interested. Looks like some of the classic Holdsworth frames are being made again,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-18-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,916
Posted By TomJD

Try a bike bell.

+1 to Blazing Pedals.

Yes, I know it adds weight. I know you have to move your hand to access it. No one uses one in the Tour de France. You can't always mount it where you want to. It's a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-17-15, 02:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,946
Posted By TomJD

Sounds like an interesting build. You mentioned...

Sounds like an interesting build. You mentioned keeping your gear at less than 25 pounds, and I think if you are vigilant and disciplined at doing that, you may be able to use a lighter bike than...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-14, 02:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,488
Posted By TomJD

Saving $450 sounds well worth it since once you...

Saving $450 sounds well worth it since once you ride the bike, it will definitely be used.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-14, 04:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,032
Posted By TomJD

Many thanks, Balindamood!! I also have a Deore...

Many thanks, Balindamood!! I also have a Deore crankset with the Dynadrive 600AX road pedals. Like the OP, the grease has become so dirty and gummy that the pedals would not turn freely. Without...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-14, 02:39 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,037
Posted By TomJD

Better review your chemistry and look at the...

Better review your chemistry and look at the equation again. :) MW and whether the gas is monatomic (Ne, Ar, He) or polyatomic (N2, O2) has nothing to do with it. You are only concerned about how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-14, 08:48 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,773
Posted By TomJD

My bike is a triple set up as half step plus...

My bike is a triple set up as half step plus granny. Rear freewheel is 14-17-20-24-28, front chainwheel 50-45-30. Don't try and shift sequentially through the gears. Instead, rough tune gear ratio...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,924
Posted By TomJD

Decent grease is.... water repellent! Nor will...

Decent grease is.... water repellent! Nor will it adsorb any significant quantity of water. Assuming you have generously packed your bearings, and aren't blasting away at your hubs, bottom bracket,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-14, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,241
Posted By TomJD

My first 10spd was an Atala 104 Grand Prix, with...

My first 10spd was an Atala 104 Grand Prix, with a black frame that looked a lot like this one. This was a mid-range bike that compete with the likes of the Peugot UO8; roughly $150 price. Straight...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-13, 02:36 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 49,177
Posted By TomJD

[QUOTE=southpawboston;14985779]Here is my current...

[QUOTE=southpawboston;14985779]Here is my current post-1964 British bike, a 1971 Mercian:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7268/7080957421_4422861e00_b.jpg

Spectacular. To my eye, this has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-13, 07:18 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 49,177
Posted By TomJD

Holdsworth Special

I've been waiting for an excuse to do this....

My Holdsworth Special, purchased ~1984. (This replaced a Holdsworth Mistral (same color, but chromed tips and stays) that was stolen from the house...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-12, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,062
Posted By TomJD

Re: 126mm hubs for 6-speed freewheels...

Re: 126mm hubs for 6-speed freewheels only.....Usually true, but I think a trick sometimes used was to respace and recenter a six-speed hub for use with a 5-speed freewheel. That way the dish was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-10, 02:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,102
Posted By TomJD

Small world! 1973 -- Atala mod.104 Grand Prix. ...

Small world! 1973 -- Atala mod.104 Grand Prix. 15 years old. ~$150?? Also for an organized teen bike trip (Student Hosteling Program of New England). Broke the braze to the bottom bracket shell...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-09, 02:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,180
Posted By TomJD

Wait a minute.....

You're going to ride your bike?? :eek: To somewhere? And then back at a later time???:rolleyes: And what's worse, on a bike not purchased/designed/modified specifically for that task and that task...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-09, 12:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,369
Posted By TomJD

Already exists...

http://www.tourdenewyork.com/

NY is more than the city.... fortunately.:p
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-08, 12:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,734
Posted By TomJD

Half-step plus granny

At the risk of repetition, the Jack Taylor (sweet!) pictured appears to have half-step plus granny gearing. My own Holdsworth has this (50-45-30 front with a 14-17-20-24-28 5-speed freewheel). I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-08, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,488
Posted By TomJD

My first 10-speed

Ah memories. My first "10-speed" was an Atala 104 Grand Prix. T-mar (as usual) has got it pretty well pegged.... mine had the Valentino derailleurs (all I cared is that they were Campagnolo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-08, 10:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,648
Posted By TomJD

hardware included?

The text description says all mounting hardware included.... I assume that includes braces/brackets. Might be worth a phone call to the vendor to confirm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-06, 11:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,718
Posted By TomJD

half-step plus granny

Intrigued to see this post. My own bike is a Holdsworth Special with, coincidentally, half-step plus granny gearing. Purchased new ~1985 from Alberto's in Winnetka, IL. Cranks and derailleurs are...
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