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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 193,031
Posted By mattia76

None taken. In 1994 I was 17 and knew very...

None taken. In 1994 I was 17 and knew very little of bike history.
Oh wow. Look at that. I am still relatively ignorant.
By “not a thing” I was assuming that it hadn’t been identified,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 193,031
Posted By mattia76

When Grant Petersen designed the Bridgestone RB-T...

When Grant Petersen designed the Bridgestone RB-T in 1991, the full on Touring rigs of the 1980s were VERY out of fashion compared to the new fangled mountain bikes coming around the corner. ATBs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 864
Views: 311,702
Posted By mattia76

I joined the Miyata cult by way of my 83...

I joined the Miyata cult by way of my 83 Expedition, which was always rumored to be similar to the Miyata 1000.
Alas, my Expedition was a 56 cm—a size too large. I managed, but was never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,918
Posted By mattia76

Almost done refreshing #StriderBike, my 1994...

Almost done refreshing #StriderBike, my 1994 Bridgestone RB-T. It has always ridden great. Now it’s looking cool too.
In the last 6 months or so we have
-upgraded the cranks, rings and bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-23, 09:19 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 70,094
Posted By mattia76

That’s right!

That’s right!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 70,094
Posted By mattia76

Update

Finally got everything dialed in just right with my 1987 1000LT.
I now call him FaramirBike: Captain of Ithlien.

I was looking for one for YEARS when this popped up in the local Marketplace, in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-22, 08:58 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 70,094
Posted By mattia76

Here is my 1987 Miyata 1000LT, in nearly final...

Here is my 1987 Miyata 1000LT, in nearly final form. It is replacing my ‘83 Expedition, which was 56cm and just a bit too big.
This 53cm beauty is PERFECT.
...
Forum: Touring
03-06-22, 09:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,474
Posted By mattia76

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This is Gandalf Greybike, my 1983 Specialized...
Forum: Commuting
12-21-20, 03:51 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,381,755
Posted By mattia76

Here’s my commuter/man-about-town bike. I get...

Here’s my commuter/man-about-town bike.
I get to store it in my classroom too!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,918
Posted By mattia76

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Picked up this 1992 RB-T this summer and it has...
Forum: Commuting
12-08-20, 11:24 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 38,691
Posted By mattia76

I teach Middle School U.S. History. The coolest...

I teach Middle School U.S. History.
The coolest part is, I get to take my bike into the building.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-20, 07:40 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 42,670
Posted By mattia76

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Samwise Hillborne is as Orange as they come.
Forum: Touring
09-16-20, 10:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,888
Posted By mattia76

I just picked up a 1992 Bridgestone RB-T a couple...

I just picked up a 1992 Bridgestone RB-T a couple of weeks ago. I have a Rivendell Sam Hillborne, and a 1983 Specialized Expedition, both set up with Albatross bars, since I despise drops.
I...
Forum: Commuting
07-14-20, 12:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,040
Posted By mattia76

Seinberg, I am a jealous man. I had the same...

Seinberg, I am a jealous man.

I had the same questions and a smaller budget 3 years ago and ended up going with a Priority Continuum....for a few months. I hadn’t ridden much in years besides...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 95,235
Posted By mattia76

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...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-20, 08:05 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,381,755
Posted By mattia76

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My Rivendell Sam Hillborne serves as my commuter to...
Forum: Touring
02-28-20, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,761
Posted By mattia76

Hello Anmeyer, this thread is 13 years old, so...

Hello Anmeyer,
this thread is 13 years old, so they may not even contribute here any more.
However, I have this exact bike available, in a 56 cm.
pm me or email me at
nathanmattia@gmail.com
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-19, 07:19 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,918
Posted By mattia76

1993 Bridgestone XO-2 aka “Baggins Bike

Just got this into rideable condition with a replacement of the original tires, tubes and wheels. ...
Forum: For Sale
06-28-19, 10:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,685
Posted By mattia76

Are these bars still available?

Are these bars still available?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-19, 09:22 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,918
Posted By mattia76

TEXSLEDS, I would LOVE to see some pics of these...

TEXSLEDS, I would LOVE to see some pics of these classic 'Stones!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-19, 09:04 PM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,918
Posted By mattia76

Just picked up this 1993 Bridgestone XO-2. ...

Just picked up this 1993 Bridgestone XO-2. Amazing ride that is now my work in progress. Already upgraded the pedals and the saddle. Next, the rims and tires. I call it #BagginsBike...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-18, 01:52 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 49,409
Posted By mattia76

Just got back into the commute after a 5 month...

Just got back into the commute after a 5 month med-scare. This 1992 Bridgestone RB-T is called Strider.
And this is how he looked when he took me to work today....
Forum: Touring
05-29-18, 01:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Hey guys, Within a month after my last post...

Hey guys,

Within a month after my last post I spent a long and gnarly stint in the hospital. It was touch and go for a while and I honestly didn't know if I would ever be riding anything again.
...
Forum: Commuting
12-13-17, 09:49 PM
Replies: 680
Views: 430,945
Posted By mattia76

I believe it IS a tow hitch. Previous owner had...

I believe it IS a tow hitch. Previous owner had it on there. I haven't gotten around to taking it off.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-17, 09:41 AM
Replies: 680
Views: 430,945
Posted By mattia76

Exactly all of these things, PLUS an...

Exactly all of these things, PLUS an aesthetically pleasing look.

Strider is finally finished, for now, with a Nitto HiRiser Stem and some new tape!

https://preview.ibb.co/ea2BFR/IMG_2827.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-01-17, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,081
Posted By mattia76

I've been riding Priority Continuum Onyx since...

I've been riding Priority Continuum Onyx since July and it has been fantastic so far. I can't recommend it enough for easy, carefree riding. I love my Bridgestone RB-T for a longer ride, but when I...
Forum: Commuting
12-01-17, 04:34 PM
Replies: 680
Views: 430,945
Posted By mattia76

My 1992 Bridgestone RB-T looks pretty Rivish to...

My 1992 Bridgestone RB-T looks pretty Rivish to me. In fact, I named him "Strider, Ranger of the North".

A brighter paint job would be more Rivish, but for Strider, this look is right on. Dark...
Forum: Touring
11-28-17, 04:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Hello Chris. I’m not trying to be secretive,...

Hello Chris.
I’m not trying to be secretive, but I didn’t think that’s what you were asking, because I answered that in the original post.

The bike was advertised originally for $200. I talked...
Forum: Touring
11-28-17, 07:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Sorry, but no photos are showing up here other...

Sorry, but no photos are showing up here other than my bike. An XO-5 in good condition for $89 would be a great deal for going about town, I think.
Forum: Touring
11-27-17, 08:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

From what I can tell after a few months of...

From what I can tell after a few months of looking for a Bridgestone, it all depends on the model and the year.
People pay a LOT ($900 +) for XO 1 and XO 2 models, (and the '94 XO 3) because these...
Forum: Touring
11-27-17, 05:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Man, that sounds amazing! I imagine that a bike...

Man, that sounds amazing! I imagine that a bike would be the way to see Italy or France or the UK.

Unfortunately for me, I didn’t get back into cycling until I already had a family, and my wife...
Forum: Touring
11-27-17, 04:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Hey Bob! Right now I’m looking at the Katy...

Hey Bob!
Right now I’m looking at the Katy Trail this summer.
It runs across Missouri from Clinton to St. Charles.
Have you ever rode it?
Forum: Touring
11-25-17, 09:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Yep, just one piece. From the Brooks site: The...

Yep, just one piece. From the Brooks site:
The B17 Imperial features the central cut-out, first designed by BROOKS over 100 years ago. The “registered cutting”, as can be read in the 1890...
Forum: Touring
11-25-17, 09:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

I believe the saddle is a Brooks B17 Imperial....

I believe the saddle is a Brooks B17 Imperial. They all seem to have that hole cut down the center.

I will post ride pics as soon as possible!
Forum: Touring
11-25-17, 04:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

Well I’m not sure, Bob. It felt great after a few...

Well I’m not sure, Bob. It felt great after a few hours today. A tour of that magnitude will take me a while to work up to.

But I’ll let you know.
Forum: Touring
11-25-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,426
Posted By mattia76

I think I won the touring lottery with this one.

So, full disclosure, I haven't toured or light toured or been a raconteur, but I think I want to get out and ride some country trails, see some sights and maybe camp a bit on a bike. Not long trips,...
Forum: Commuting
09-07-17, 11:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

It is similar to a timing belt and it's supposed...

It is similar to a timing belt and it's supposed to last a long time with very little maintenance.
And it's quieter.

For me, coming from a 20-year old mountain bike with low-level components,...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-17, 09:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

There are 5 or 6 teachers in my building...

There are 5 or 6 teachers in my building (including my principal) that bike commute. We were just recognized for being a Missouri Green School so there is a lot of enthusiasm and we are always...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-17, 06:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

The School year is 2 weeks old and I am commuting...

The School year is 2 weeks old and I am commuting either 2 or 3 times per week.

Here is the Priority with the full setup.
-Weanas Stem Riser (thanks JDinTulsa!)
-Brooks B67 Saddle
-PDW Whiskey...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-17, 09:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

Just took the Guerciotti in question on a spin...

Just took the Guerciotti in question on a spin around the Wash-U campus.

Wow. This was my first time on a classic racing bike. So efficient and smooth!!

The frame fits, so that's a plus.

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 06:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

When did the TSD years begin and end?

When did the TSD years begin and end?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

I think the rear derailleur might be a Campy...

I think the rear derailleur might be a Campy Athena?

Where does that fall on the hierarchy of components?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 03:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

I'll know more on Saturday. Obviously the saddle...

I'll know more on Saturday. Obviously the saddle and post have been replaced, as well as the rims.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 03:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

Oh really? I thought just the Stem and...

Oh really? I thought just the Stem and Handlebars had been replaced, which would have explained the newer shifters. I was told all the other components were original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 03:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

Actually, the chrome fork is NOT a replacement,...

Actually, the chrome fork is NOT a replacement, as it has the engravings I've seen on a bunch of other Guerciotti pics, including a nearly identical bike that was red with the chrome fork. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-17, 02:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,884
Posted By mattia76

What is this Guerciotti

Hey guys.
I'v spent the last 2 days looking at information on these forums for info on this Guerciotti I have a line on.
Every time I think I've figured out what it is, there's a new wrinkle.
...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-17, 11:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

Excellent Rig! That extension rules. I am...

Excellent Rig!
That extension rules. I am ordering one now.
Forum: Commuting
08-15-17, 01:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

What did you get for a stem extension? Can...

What did you get for a stem extension?

Can you show me some pics of how it came out? I am considering this as well.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-17, 03:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

Other than the repairs, have you made any mods to...

Other than the repairs, have you made any mods to yours?

I've done toe cages and added a rack. I'm going to do a Brooks B67Saddle and some PDW Whiskey Grips.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-17, 07:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,433
Posted By mattia76

I teach at a middle school a couple of miles away...

I teach at a middle school a couple of miles away from my house, and I can store my bike in my room.

It's a pretty sweet setup.
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