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02-11-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

Thanks, yes I have not attempted to uncover that...

Thanks, yes I have not attempted to uncover that yet. Note these function as both the emblem plate and a plug to cover the stem expander bolt hole. It was already separated into two pieces but if I...
02-11-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

Indeed the fork is not original, I failed to...

Indeed the fork is not original, I failed to point that out. The original fork is bent over 2 inches on one blade so not planning to try and fix. This was one I had sitting around.
Thanks for the...
02-11-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

On the chrome I just used a heat gun to soften...

On the chrome I just used a heat gun to soften the paint- then it comes right off with steel wool. But I didn't think that would work on the painted surfaces and my spot check confirmed it - heat was...
02-10-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

Ha, great idea. Right now it has a coat of...

Ha, great idea. Right now it has a coat of Pennzoil on it. After writing that post I realized I like it more than I thought I would. And the fenders have more paint left than the frame does.
02-10-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

The after blue paint stripping results. I see why...

The after blue paint stripping results. I see why they sprayed it with something, many places where all the original paint was gone and/or surface rusted. I'm a big fan of patina but I didn't get...
02-10-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 422
Posted By ldmataya

Legnano City Bike dilemma

I dug out this thrift store score I've had sitting in the cellar for a few of years. They didn't really know what it was other than they were able to read the headbadge, so my investment to date is...
02-09-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 253
Posted By ldmataya

FS: Dia Compe Brake Levers 1981 with NIP hoods

Classic Dia Compe drillium non-aero levers from early 80s. New hoods in package. Date stamped 0381 on bodies. Only a small amount of rash on one lever, not visible from 3 feet. Bands are undamaged....
02-05-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 604
Posted By ldmataya

This one is now sold. Thanks for all the interest.

This one is now sold. Thanks for all the interest.
01-31-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 604
Posted By ldmataya

Thanks for the clarification. The geometry charts...

Thanks for the clarification. The geometry charts in the 81-82 catalogs describe measurement "A" as center to center but yes, they clearly rounded up to get to the frame size in inches. I had...
01-30-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 604
Posted By ldmataya

FS: 1982 Trek 614 Frame/Fork 24 inch

$125 plus shipping - which is usually around $60 when I use bikeflights/FedEx.
This was a barn find, where I knew the owner of the barn and remembered he had some sort of Trek tourer. We found it...
01-02-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,184
Posted By ldmataya

Bump for the new year. Anyone in a buying mood...

Bump for the new year.
Anyone in a buying mood this year? If so I'll bring good stuff like my Pat 72 NIB Nuovo rear derailleur that I'm unlikely to use. Maybe one or both of my Bottecchia Giro...
10-24-23, 09:25 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 13,813
Posted By ldmataya

Love the story details. The exact age doesn't...

Love the story details. The exact age doesn't matter when you're out riding and enjoying it. I should invite people over more often to look through my garage because I'm having trouble downsizing....
05-12-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 259
Posted By ldmataya

Wait. Campy 9 speed, or newer? Why not just buy...

Wait. Campy 9 speed, or newer? Why not just buy it for that?
03-18-23, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6,492
Views: 762,478
Posted By ldmataya

Hey Skip I have exactly one of these in pretty...

Hey Skip I have exactly one of these in pretty decent shape. If you haven't found one yet let me know and I will PM you some pics.
02-01-23, 10:44 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 75,156
Posted By ldmataya

Some of you have seen this Bottecchia. Haven't...

Some of you have seen this Bottecchia. Haven't had it out in a while, so I need to get it on the road this year.
...
11-29-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,786
Posted By ldmataya

I've been distributing my collection to family...

I've been distributing my collection to family and friends. Then it occurred to me what kind it is...

"I have the world's largest collection of seashells. I keep it on beaches all over the world....
11-22-22, 03:41 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,724
Posted By ldmataya

It has lots of entries on the wayback machine, so...

It has lots of entries on the wayback machine, so worst case the content is all discoverable.
11-04-22, 01:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,149
Posted By ldmataya

This is pretty much what I always do when...

This is pretty much what I always do when building up a vintage based commuter for someone - this was for my niece. Outer chain guards are easy to find and paint if necessary, and I like to use...
10-28-22, 08:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,048
Posted By ldmataya

Madison swap 2023 date announced - Jan 21

I didn't see this mentioned yet, came out yesterday from Brazen Dropouts I think.
2022 Bike Swap — Brazen Dropouts (http://www.brazendropouts.org/bike-swap)
09-19-22, 08:24 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,799
Posted By ldmataya

It was a fantastic day - the organizers keep...

It was a fantastic day - the organizers keep raising the bar. The route was perfect except for having to use a couple of county road stretches that really could not be avoided (B and MN). This is...
08-29-22, 07:58 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,799
Posted By ldmataya

I don't see anything on this route that is long...

I don't see anything on this route that is long or steep, I do see plenty of fairly gentle roads. County B and Tower Road might have the most elevation I can see and they are short rises. I think my...
08-25-22, 08:32 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,799
Posted By ldmataya

I just got the menu emailed. Wow. Tamales, Tex...

I just got the menu emailed. Wow. Tamales, Tex Mex and much more on the ride. 6 providers on the after ride, plus beer and wine of course. iab are you back in?
08-02-22, 08:34 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,799
Posted By ldmataya

I'm in - looks like fun and I love the menus! I'm...

I'm in - looks like fun and I love the menus! I'm going to bring something I haven't ridden in a while.

Maybe this one:...
06-14-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,669
Posted By ldmataya

I used to get a fair amount of re-use on 9-10...

I used to get a fair amount of re-use on 9-10 speed links, KMC was my favorite. But in the 11-12 world I've been switching them out once a year, which is typically just 2 re-wax events for road and...
02-24-22, 09:43 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,649
Posted By ldmataya

This is my Umberto Dei Imperiale, but it is an...

This is my Umberto Dei Imperiale, but it is an older picture. These tires are now worn out and I have to address some rust issues on the rims. So it is now disassembled in the shop. One disadvantage...
01-13-22, 12:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,523
Posted By ldmataya

I'll be there, looking forward to the part where...

I'll be there, looking forward to the part where we watch iab try to give away his give-away pile. I'll have some old and modern parts, a nice tubular wheelset, and this frame....
11-29-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,523
Posted By ldmataya

Definitely going to be there - best social biking...

Definitely going to be there - best social biking event because you never get dropped. Success selling bikes in the bike corral has been a pleasant surprise for me the past 2 events. While they...
05-03-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 12,310
Posted By ldmataya

iab I do appreciate the offer, but I won't need...

iab I do appreciate the offer, but I won't need it. I will, however need a few other things and you are first on my list.

...
04-30-21, 10:47 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 12,310
Posted By ldmataya

I haven't had this out for awhile. Getting closer...

I haven't had this out for awhile. Getting closer to finding it a mission.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0889_8fd90db4abde0b09813a9acdadaa16df1b2a94db.png...
04-07-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,087
Posted By ldmataya

This made me want to drop everything and go ride...

This made me want to drop everything and go ride interesting places for a month.
04-06-21, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 922
Posted By ldmataya

Hey Skip, the FMB PRs I purchased 5 years ago...

Hey Skip, the FMB PRs I purchased 5 years ago also have this external threading so this isn't recent. I have an old set of Clements that also have this style stem, but other than that everything else...
03-10-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By ldmataya

I'm still working on my Sledgehammer, only have...

I'm still working on my Sledgehammer, only have some of the parts. Maybe next year. Great thread!
12-17-20, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,718
Posted By ldmataya

Nice project! Have you checked the date stamps on...

Nice project! Have you checked the date stamps on the RD and crank? Some would find a front der that matched, and the link you provided is to a post-1978 "not going to impale you" front.derailleur....
12-17-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,860
Posted By ldmataya

This difference is quite noticeable in off-road...

This difference is quite noticeable in off-road riding, if you pay attention. All serious MTB riders know what kind of tight switchback they are going to struggle with. For me it is right hand turns,...
12-08-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,297
Posted By ldmataya

I think these will be C&V some day - surprisingly...

I think these will be C&V some day - surprisingly well mannered bike which I love to ride. This was the best year for the Fillmore because it was still welded in Wisconsin, has the stainless logo...
12-06-20, 01:21 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 11,966
Posted By ldmataya

In my game, no matter how hard I pedal I can't...

In my game, no matter how hard I pedal I can't beat this F. Maertens guy in the sprint.
...
11-25-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,864
Posted By ldmataya

Dairyland Dare registration up

I didn't see a thread on this, so thought I would start it. August 7, 2021. https://dairylanddare.com/

For those of you familiar with the "decline" of the past couple of years, the Dare has new...
11-25-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,486
Posted By ldmataya

Wow, tough choice. There is one ride I would do...

Wow, tough choice. There is one ride I would do again if I had a time machine. Way back when, my racing friends and I would always try to get one last epic road ride in before snow. So for several...
06-15-20, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,328
Posted By ldmataya

I use 32mm cross tubulars on some older, narrow...

I use 32mm cross tubulars on some older, narrow tubular rims with no issues at all - they work great. In fact I recently laced a set to disc hubs and they look great and will last forever since there...
03-24-20, 10:42 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,580
Posted By ldmataya

If nothing else, this could be a really...

If nothing else, this could be a really interesting time to buy and sell, so I am going to pick up the pace even though I don't really need to. When markets get volatile, you can sometimes get the...
03-23-20, 10:17 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 24,543
Posted By ldmataya

I'm creating a new category - prettiest couple....

I'm creating a new category - prettiest couple. ChromeMolly 's Trek 950 and my Trek 750 Orange Crush.

...
03-23-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 62,265
Posted By ldmataya

Finn and Phoebe - Chinese Crested. They tan in...

Finn and Phoebe - Chinese Crested. They tan in the summer and need sweaters the other 9 months up here. Would definitely ride in a cargo bike once I acquire one.
...
03-23-20, 08:18 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 62,265
Posted By ldmataya

Cute dogs! We have a Finn who is also a couch...

Cute dogs! We have a Finn who is also a couch dweller with his sister. I'll have to post them.
03-13-20, 02:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,560
Posted By ldmataya

I have them on my Umberto Dei grocery and cafe...

I have them on my Umberto Dei grocery and cafe bike. The comments are all pretty accurate. I have nice pads that are adjusted well, but I just ride this on the flats. The rear mechanism has multiple...
01-22-20, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,741
Posted By ldmataya

If you are is interested in doing a group ride on...

If you are is interested in doing a group ride on zwift, it isn't too difficult. There are a couple of methods, including just agreeing with someone to meet at a certain time and place, but there is...
12-27-19, 11:25 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 45,872
Posted By ldmataya

I would probably buy cars but there is no place...

I would probably buy cars but there is no place to put them. So am I the first one to say "more bikes"? Cuz they will fit. Actually I'm trying to kit out for some adventure riding, long days on a...
11-26-19, 08:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,874
Posted By ldmataya

I'm also all for 28. 36 hole hubs and rims have...

I'm also all for 28. 36 hole hubs and rims have been the solution to bad spokes, bad rim beds, and bad wheel builds for decades now. Remember that one reason we liked 36 hole wheels was because you...
11-15-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,268
Posted By ldmataya

Kool Stop Dura2 Carbon #2...

Kool Stop Dura2 Carbon #2 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) is all I use. They are black so look good on my LeMond. They also work just as well on alu rims. Another...
11-13-19, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6,492
Views: 762,478
Posted By ldmataya

I *think* I have a Veloce 8s long cage which...

I *think* I have a Veloce 8s long cage which accomplishes the same thing with a bit less bling. Are you specifically looking for the one labeled Racing Triple? Started repainting my shop so I can't...
11-07-19, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3,547
Views: 436,410
Posted By ldmataya

This is Aria. I didn't ask her to guard the...

This is Aria. I didn't ask her to guard the Bottecchia, she volunteered.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x960/aria_ceb75ead611e80957c0f0056e123645156a4c581.jpg
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