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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-03-17, 06:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,950
Posted By Cptimagine

Spot on

Yesterday in the afternoon, walking across Market Street in Harrisburg, Pa. Some clown in a E class Mercedes would have hit me had I not been alert enough to leap out of it's speeding path. Shame my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,693
Posted By Cptimagine

I paid $95.00 L.A. to central Pa. The seller took...

I paid $95.00 L.A. to central Pa. The seller took the bike to the shop, they disassembled and did a fantastic job packing it. Foam tubes all over the frame, axle plugs, fork spacer, bars in a bubble...
Forum: Touring
06-21-17, 02:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,353
Posted By Cptimagine

Take note to proper test advise .

I've had 3 bouts with Lyme in Pa. I have a dozen friends with Lyme . With mild to unimaginable side effects . Early treatment with antibodies is the only known way to deal with it . The medical...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-17, 12:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,141
Posted By Cptimagine

Colnago BiTi and Merckx AX

I left the BiTi slip away about 10 years back . The current AX isn't a bad replacement however .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-17, 03:01 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 26,912
Posted By Cptimagine

96 Merckx AX

It had a carbon fork from the mfg. I put the Columbus straight steel fork on improving the stability . And adding a touch of bling to my plain looking Merckx .
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-08-17, 03:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,654
Posted By Cptimagine

Super 81 minimum, by the spool stay spacer . Or...

Super 81 minimum, by the spool stay spacer . Or 82 onward if Colnago is stamped in the chrome chain stay . I think the sloping fork crown is after 83, but I'm not sure . You may have to date the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-17, 04:22 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 20,033
Posted By Cptimagine

Airhead BMWs and 8 speed STI places me firmly in...

Airhead BMWs and 8 speed STI places me firmly in the retro mode . Not a grouch though, retro still makes me smile, I'm just going slower .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-17, 04:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,586
Posted By Cptimagine

If you ride up 741 or any of the other roads in the rain

You will wish they'd scoop up the horse residue . Some free advice here, keep your mouth closed and bottles in you jersey pockets . Stay off freshly paved roads as well . The narrow steel wheels on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-29-17, 08:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,684
Posted By Cptimagine

They're great

Volpe frames are great ! I rode one for years, the only down side was toe overlap .
I swapped mine in when Bianchi made the ZeroUno Cross frame mid 90's .
The ZeroUno, is the same geometry with a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-03-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,692
Posted By Cptimagine

Well said

The urban aboves' are the major offenders in Pa. Out on the back roads and burbs, it's not a problem . I could not have worded these thoughts any better .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-17, 01:00 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,080,600
Posted By Cptimagine

East out of Cancun

To Puerto Juarez, north to Isla Blanca, into a stiff head wind . 86 degrees and brilliant sun . The pavement ends several miles from the beach . The surface has some rather large potholes as well ....
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-18-17, 02:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,140
Posted By Cptimagine

Less exposure.....cameras, and microphones ....

Less exposure.....cameras, and microphones . Tough transition back to irrelevance ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-17, 06:50 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 465,432
Posted By Cptimagine

My 1 1/4" ridgid 90's Mexi commuter

This ones been down Mehiko way 15+ years, repainted in urban camo mode . Rode it through Belieze into Guatamala as well . The curb warnings loosely translate to " Don't @@@@ with the Crocodiles ."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-17, 01:03 PM
Replies: 685
Views: 135,494
Posted By Cptimagine

My 85 German bought Super

Hope these loaded .
Forum: For Sale
04-09-17, 05:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,240
Posted By Cptimagine

1972 Raleigh LTD 3

Good parts bike from a family member . Indoor kept, scratched frame, missing rear brake wire and chain guard . Pletcher Model C rack . wheels straight not rusty, some light surface rust on brake...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-17, 04:06 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,642
Posted By Cptimagine

I thought that was your question, I based my...

I thought that was your question, I based my reply on my 62 years here . If memory serves, the first attempt at artificial sweeteners, ended quickly when the negative health data it produced was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-17, 07:52 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,642
Posted By Cptimagine

Religion ? That involves a different book than I...

Religion ? That involves a different book than I suggested . "Wheat Belly" has improved the overall life of every person I've recommended it to . Including the removal of diabetes medication, as the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-17, 06:55 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,642
Posted By Cptimagine

Suggest any and all read a book called "Wheat...

Suggest any and all read a book called "Wheat Belly" . Sweeteners, sugar or corn syrup are no good for humans . They are very good for food corporations . The food industry, GMO scientists, and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-17, 04:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,110
Posted By Cptimagine

Toe overlap ?

Toe overlap ?
Forum: Touring
03-27-17, 06:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,915
Posted By Cptimagine

I rode across the Sylvan Pass into Yellowstone,...

I rode across the Sylvan Pass into Yellowstone, through heavy snow/sleet, in early June . Finding the camp grounds closed . Was blown off the Bear Tooth pass outa Red Lodge 3 times and snowed off the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-17, 06:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,399
Posted By Cptimagine

Another bar ender

I've been using them 25+ years on all of mine . Pretty much bomb proof, even on roof racks at highway speed .
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-27-17, 05:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,203
Posted By Cptimagine

Lefe've're has known since last year, QuickSteps...

Lefe've're has known since last year, QuickSteps money was out after this year . QS is winning stages elsewhere this year . They've always done stage races, but they've been known as a "classics"...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-27-17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,203
Posted By Cptimagine

If Quick Step doesn't win this one . I predict...

If Quick Step doesn't win this one . I predict the end of their era . They've left arrows in the quiver all year so far . That said, Sagan is my favorite for this one . I'd love to see GVA, Kwiat,...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-26-17, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,062
Posted By Cptimagine

GVM is for sure on his game . Respect as well to...

GVM is for sure on his game . Respect as well to Keukeleire for working with him, for a great second place finish .
Wonder why QuickStep can't find a sponsor for next year ??? Daaaahhhhhh....
5...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-17, 01:59 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 52,164
Posted By Cptimagine

I'll stay with cantis, and encourage any and all...

I'll stay with cantis, and encourage any and all to upgrade to discs . As the disc revolution moves forward . The use of them, makes lotsa built "wheels", instantly obsolete . The falling price of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-17, 09:56 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 52,164
Posted By Cptimagine

Very old school Shimano w/ STI

Using these cantis with STI levers 20+ years . Until now they've never caused me to fall off .
IMG_3675.jpg (http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=556528&stc=1&d=1489938762)...
Forum: Want To Buy
03-17-17, 05:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,777
Posted By Cptimagine

Colnago Podium Cap

Someone snatched my Black with gold logo and stitching Colnago Podium hat . The baseball type from the late 90's early 2000 . I'd like to replace it with a decent or new one . Thanks
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-17-17, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,522
Posted By Cptimagine

With friends of mine in the UK, we went in 02...

With friends of mine in the UK, we went in 02 with their car . We were at the start, met some guys who left in a vehicle just after the start . We followed and saw some of the road sections . Then 2...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-17-17, 05:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,402
Posted By Cptimagine

Twitter feeds are sometimes available . French,...

Twitter feeds are sometimes available . French, Itialian, Dutch, Polish, sometime English, which ever one works .
Kodi internet TV though cumbersome can produce at times when Twitter feeds fail ....
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-17-17, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,088
Posted By Cptimagine

I'm not a fan of Sky by any means . While all...

I'm not a fan of Sky by any means . While all eyes are on Sagan, the door is open for others like GVA who has taken Sagan . But I'm thinking Kwiatkowski can get away, with help from Stannard, Van...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1,806
Views: 236,413
Posted By Cptimagine

Looking to replace my stolen vintage Colnago...

Looking to replace my stolen vintage Colnago podium hat . Black baseball type with gold logo and stitching . Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-17, 07:23 PM
Replies: 8,795
Views: 1,109,938
Posted By Cptimagine

Another Record Headset

For a recently acquired vintage straight steel fork .
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-20-16, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,077
Posted By Cptimagine

Hahahaha..... maybe then, but I doubt it .

Hahahaha..... maybe then, but I doubt it .
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
03-20-16, 06:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,301
Posted By Cptimagine

Happy bday to you, I'll be there on my...

Happy bday to you, I'll be there on my motorcycle, then I'm off to a Texas rally . I may bring a bicycle, that remains be seen . I'll PM for some contact info as it nears .
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-14-16, 06:09 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

UCI was going for $50.000 Swiss and lifetime ban...

UCI was going for $50.000 Swiss and lifetime ban . She quit racing as of today, the day before facing the UCI hearing . She and her advisors saw an unwinnable situation . UCI to their credit,...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
03-14-16, 05:22 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

"The acquittal is impossible, that bike was in my...

"The acquittal is impossible, that bike was in my pit zone." Quote from her when she dropped the case, and gave up her license, today .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-16, 04:47 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,971
Posted By Cptimagine

[QUOTE=Cptimagine;18517186]Battery for my ancient...

[QUOTE=Cptimagine;18517186]Battery for my ancient NiteRider bike light. Ordered 1 Feb, Fairfield, Ca.

2-1 Info recievd @ FedEx
2-2 PU @ Fairfield, Ca.
2-3 Sacramento, Ca.
2-4 Kingman, Az. to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-16, 05:37 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,971
Posted By Cptimagine

Battery for my ancient NiteRider bike light....

Battery for my ancient NiteRider bike light. Ordered 1 Feb, Fairfield, Ca.

2-1 Info recievd @ FedEx
2-2 PU @ Fairfield, Ca.
2-3 Sacramento, Ca.
2-4 Kingman, Az. to Panhandle, Tx.
2-5 East...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-04-16, 05:34 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

Van Aerts ability on foot, with bike on his back...

Van Aerts ability on foot, with bike on his back have been recorded in every race I've seen him in over the last 2 years . His on bike skill is that of a much more expierenced rider . He was embraced...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-03-16, 05:14 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

I've been into cross since the 80's . At...

I've been into cross since the 80's . At Koppenberg cross, I thought we'd rounded the bend with this girl and Van Aert, a 19 and 20 year changing the guard without dope .. This episode seems some how...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-02-16, 07:10 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

Look at her time splits at Koppenberg cross, she...

Look at her time splits at Koppenberg cross, she went 2nd against elite women . There she lost monumental time on descents, made up chunks of time climbing . She is not a skilled technical rider,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-16, 06:22 AM
Replies: 395
Views: 148,069
Posted By Cptimagine

Ain't we lucky, bought mine in 96 . Thee most...

Ain't we lucky, bought mine in 96 . Thee most adaptable bici I've ever owned . Cross, tour, graveler, commuter . I rode a Volpe with toe overlap for years, then they took that geometry, lengthed it a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-02-16, 05:08 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

Rules are the rules, now the damage is done . USA...

Rules are the rules, now the damage is done . USA sport talk radio that made LA the center of all USA anti bicycle wrath, has yes, begun to discuss this dreadful incident . Won't be long before the...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-01-16, 05:56 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,564
Posted By Cptimagine

See last post by me in cyclocross racing UCI rule...

See last post by me in cyclocross racing UCI rule 1.3.010, doped bike in the race or at the venue, brings the UCI down on TEAM and rider . Neither has a leg to stand on .
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
02-01-16, 05:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Cptimagine

UCI regulation 1.3.010. "Any presence...

UCI regulation 1.3.010.
"Any presence of a bicycle that does not comply with the provisions of 1.3.010, within or on the margins of a cycling competition, constitutes a fraud by the TEAM and...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
02-01-16, 05:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,301
Posted By Cptimagine

Jingle Cross to September UCI race !!

UCI announces JingleCross in Iowa will be a UCI event Sept 2016 !!! My bday is 23 Sept, the UCI gifted me a week in Richmond last year . This coming bday, a gift of UCI cross !! Make plans now folks...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
02-01-16, 04:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Cptimagine

Our sport post LA can tolerate ZERO % dark areas...

Our sport post LA can tolerate ZERO % dark areas . Where has the UCI announced the no battery info ? This has hit main stream media full tilt . Meaning Business Insider etc. are printing the story,...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
01-31-16, 06:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Cptimagine

They've had 5 or 6 years to develop the...

They've had 5 or 6 years to develop the technology since the rumors began about these things . Battery technology and advance build materials could cut the then 3 lb weight of the thing . Reminds me...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
01-31-16, 12:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Cptimagine

UCI isn't playing that card, they claim they can...

UCI isn't playing that card, they claim they can find the motors and will not give up details . With carbon frames the norm, x rays, ultra sound, or the weight of the ride may factor in ? Who knows,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-16, 04:11 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,971
Posted By Cptimagine

The bike parts in a priory envelope arrived at...

The bike parts in a priory envelope arrived at 12:12 today, 2 day service for me .
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