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Forum: Mountain Biking
03-08-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 480
Posted By VintageRide

Will update in the near future with images, looks...

Will update in the near future with images, looks better now, had a Fizik Flight seat with titanium rails which took off a bit of weight, that stock seat actually was relatively heavy. Some of the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-29-24, 01:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 480
Posted By VintageRide

Upgrading older Kona hardtail

I picked up a 2004 Kona Caldera in very nice condition for 300.00, probably as much as one would be worth at best and even though the Deore rear shifter was not working properly and the Hayes Nine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

Finally installed the Berthoud front bag and...

Finally installed the Berthoud front bag and Nitto M 12 rack, might still try and find some rando handlebars as well as leather tape but otherwise it is set up , just have to wait for some decent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 08:27 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,337
Posted By VintageRide

Titanium was in use to a limited degree with...

Titanium was in use to a limited degree with Campagnolo but they were limited, expensive and prone to fatigue cracks, Teledyne had a titanium frame road bike in and around 1973 -75 for instance,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 23,039
Posted By VintageRide

Not to clutter this thread but just a handful...

Not to clutter this thread but just a handful more images as I finalize the 1985 Norco. Just installed a pair of Origin8 Classique brake levers along with new brake cable housing. I gave it some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 05:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,024
Posted By VintageRide

Tan side wall tires and a pair of more period...

Tan side wall tires and a pair of more period correct pedals would have it looking a lot better. Rene Herse has some very nice light weight folding tires in 700C. Would definitely search out either a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 23,039
Posted By VintageRide

Actually they are original from what I can see,...

Actually they are original from what I can see, very little wear on the drivetrain, fact is I probably will not ride it too much, any least for now. Nice days only. Although now modified from stock I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 23,039
Posted By VintageRide

1985 Norco Magnum GT - at this point they were...

1985 Norco Magnum GT - at this point they were supplying the bike with 700C wheels, these use Suzue sealed hubs, rear is 40 spoke although with 43 cm chain stays would lean more towards a sport...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

masi61 - I only measured the outside width which...

masi61 - I only measured the outside width which is 23mm, the rims are made by Araya and using them with tubes and I would think the inside would be around 19 - 20mm. Currently have the tires at 40...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 02:31 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

Ordered some khaki coloured handlebar tape but...

Ordered some khaki coloured handlebar tape but received the wrong one, more of a reddish brown but thought I would try it anyway as it was not expensive but still prefer a lighter honey.





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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-23, 12:27 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,129,522
Posted By VintageRide

1985 Norco Magnum GT - definitely a sport tourer...

1985 Norco Magnum GT - definitely a sport tourer and more for riding around town, the Rene Herse Barlow Pass 700C x 38 tires go a long way to making it quite comfortable. There were some rather...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 844
Posted By VintageRide

Where i live in the Lower Mainland ( Burnaby )...

Where i live in the Lower Mainland ( Burnaby ) there is always somewhere to ride, from the North Shore to Richmond and in between and all of my riding is a combination of urban and suburban. Always...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 01:03 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

Received the 48 cm Nitto Noodles and my initial...

Received the 48 cm Nitto Noodles and my initial thoughts were that they might be a bit too wide even though I was anticipating a noticeable difference. After installing them I went for a ride locally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By VintageRide

Although not opposed to another stem, and it...

Although not opposed to another stem, and it would be easier to sand down a 22.2 mm standard stem to fit the 22.0mm French, although tolerances sometimes allow them to work, I do like the fact that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 08:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By VintageRide

I spent a bit of time on Ebay France looking for...

I spent a bit of time on Ebay France looking for just the right bend and width, should have purchased contender though this was at least 2 years ago - just happen to like the stem so will look again...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By VintageRide

The stem inside diameter is definitely 25.0 - it...

The stem inside diameter is definitely 25.0 - it took me awhile to find a decently wide handlebar. Certainly if one goes about it properly and removes just enough material that is done evenly it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By VintageRide

44 cm handlebar suggestions - French stem

I currently have 41 cm bars on a Gitane TDF and want to keep the French stem that is on it. Are there any 44 cm or even 46 cm one could use? Something along the lines of a Nitto Noodle which I would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21,736
Views: 3,070,908
Posted By VintageRide

First decent ride on the 1985 Norco Magnum GT -...

First decent ride on the 1985 Norco Magnum GT - waiting for Nitto Noodle 48 cm handlebars along with khaki coloured " leather " tape and a V.O. front canti rack as well. Tires are Rene Herse Barlow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

Even though I most likely will not reuse the...

Even though I most likely will not reuse the handlebar tape in favour of a darker grey I did wrap the original 38 cm and after a nice local ride of around 10 km or so found them to be reasonably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

Just mounted the Rene Herse tires and without a...

Just mounted the Rene Herse tires and without a doubt the difference in feel and ride quality was quite pronounced as expected, even with a very short trip. Previously with the narrower and stiffer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-23, 12:25 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

The Magnum GT came with 700C wheels so that part...

The Magnum GT came with 700C wheels so that part has been simplified, I measured the area between the chain stays at the bridge and came away with dimensions that will allow the use of 38mm tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,091
Posted By VintageRide

A short one over a local creek. ...

A short one over a local creek.







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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-23, 01:14 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

It amazes me how often I will see someone on an...

It amazes me how often I will see someone on an ill fitting bike, the reasons are many but it certainly becomes a chore rather than a pleasant experience I imagine.Most likely one of the main reasons...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

WGB - a sealed bottom bracket is also a...

WGB - a sealed bottom bracket is also a consideration, but knowing me it would be something like the SKF which are what, over 100.00?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,593
Posted By VintageRide

How many of you question the cost of upgrading?

For lack of a better title - basically when one purchases a vintage bike for a reasonable or bargain price perhaps even free and then proceed to lavish larger sums on parts etc. I bought a 1985 Norco...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-23, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By VintageRide

Brooks B 17 in Royal Blue

I found out belatedly that this color was offered not too long ago, along with green and yellow I believe. I searched high and low online but it is apparent that there is no stock except for possibly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 07:46 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 192,740
Posted By VintageRide

Just picked up this 1985 Norco Magnum GT - will...

Just picked up this 1985 Norco Magnum GT - will be adding RH 35 or 38mm tires, Honjo fenders , wider Nitto Noodle handlebars and a few other items but trying to keep it as stock as possible.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 772
Posted By VintageRide

Well, as much as I would like to leave it stock I...

Well, as much as I would like to leave it stock I definitely need to make it rideable so will be swapping out the Nitto stem for a Nitto Technomic some wider Nitto Noodle handlebars, those and some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 12:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 772
Posted By VintageRide

A few more images: ...

A few more images:


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 772
Posted By VintageRide

Some pictures after an initial cleaning, will be...

Some pictures after an initial cleaning, will be detailing it further and making a list of parts I need to change although I do like the Nitto stem it is too long and I also need it higher, Anyone...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 06:42 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 17,892
Posted By VintageRide

I just bought a 1985 Norco Magnum GT in very nice...

I just bought a 1985 Norco Magnum GT in very nice condition for 200 on FB Marketplace, I was wondering why after one week it was still for sale. I just happened upon it not really considering another...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 772
Posted By VintageRide

Norco Magnum GT

Over the years I have had the odd touring bike but have, in the end, settled pretty well on a 650b rando having two of them. This particular Magnum GT was listed locally and given the asking price as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 373
Posted By VintageRide

Fujita Belt seat post

I purchased a 26.4mm alloy Belt seat post about 3 years ago at a local bike co op and have found out that it is seemingly quite rare, at least outside of Japan. It appears to be similar in design to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-23, 11:56 PM
Replies: 373
Views: 110,770
Posted By VintageRide

I finally managed to ride a few kilometres today...

I finally managed to ride a few kilometres today on this 1970 TDF. I did a separate thread on it last year though final assembly and adjustments were just recently done. Using 25mm Vittoria tubulars...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-23, 08:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,118
Posted By VintageRide

Seems to be a split on liking or disliking those...

Seems to be a split on liking or disliking those 460D pedals - I admit having it closer to original is appealing and I wear a sort of light walking boot that works just fine, even with toe clips if I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-23, 06:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,118
Posted By VintageRide

Some options there - I kind of like the 40T inner...

Some options there - I kind of like the 40T inner as it allows some degree of flexibility which is why I am thinking of a different freewheel to give a bit better gearing. Those Soma pedals would be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-23, 02:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,118
Posted By VintageRide

Thank you everyone for the suggestions - the...

Thank you everyone for the suggestions - the Stronglight 49D crank set is threaded for 9/16 so I think I will go with the MKS pedals. I use them on two other rando 650b bikes, one has the very nice "...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 776,727
Posted By VintageRide

ISO: Atom or French threaded 14 - 28T 5...

ISO:

Atom or French threaded 14 - 28T 5 speed freewheel in nice condition.
T.A. single clamp water bottle cage ( Competition? ).
Lyotard 460D pedals with 9/16 threads.
Mafac Competion brake...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,118
Posted By VintageRide

1970 Gitane: MKS Sylvan Touring or Lyotard 460D?

A Gitane Tour De France purchased last Spring is almost completed, I needed to change a few components to make it an enjoyable riding bike, such as the handlebars and stem. Most of the original parts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,698
Posted By VintageRide

Interesting that over time even reasonably...

Interesting that over time even reasonably popular manufacturers with models that sold well are not now generally seen very often, although regional sales will impact the overall number that have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-23, 04:34 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 47,574
Posted By VintageRide

1970 Gitane Tour De France which I only managed...

1970 Gitane Tour De France which I only managed to ride locally in the Fall after purchasing it, just enough to set it up after an overhaul so hopefully as the weather improves will finally take it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-22, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 331
Posted By VintageRide

Early Shimano splined 5 speed freewheel

I noticed that the 5 speed freewheel appears to be a variation of the early splined slide on design, wondering if it uses the first cog to secure it to the body. I have another 600 series freewheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-22, 09:44 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,130,452
Posted By VintageRide

A 1970 / 71 Gitane Tour De France that was for...

A 1970 / 71 Gitane Tour De France that was for sale locally for a few months, the overall condition convinced me to eventually buy it. One image as purchased and where I am with it currently. I seem...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,750
Posted By VintageRide

After cleaning and regressing the headset and...

After cleaning and regressing the headset and bottom bracket the weather was dry enough to take a spin around the neighborhood so finally was able to do a test ride. The 30 + years old brake pads...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 261
Posted By VintageRide

Good call on the use of proper descriptions...

Good call on the use of proper descriptions regarding the various components - a bit sleepy headed but yes, spindle is the accurate one. Going to put it all together and see what happens. I should...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 261
Posted By VintageRide

Using 70mm axle in 68mm bottom bracket

After taking apart the bottom bracket on a Gitane Tour De France I discovered a Shimano 600 axle, it is marked 70mm with a length of 121.4. Quite certain the cups are original Stronglight that the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 01:55 AM
Replies: 646
Views: 234,172
Posted By VintageRide

Yes, the shifters are Suntour power shifters and...

Yes, the shifters are Suntour power shifters and the lights are using batteries. It was my first try at a traditional random bike so was not thinking of a dyne hub setup although I might have the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-22, 04:02 PM
Replies: 646
Views: 234,172
Posted By VintageRide

I think this Fuji was posted but possibly the...

I think this Fuji was posted but possibly the image is no longer available from a host site. A 1981 Fuji S12S I converted 5 years ago. Very nice ride and an almost perfect candidate to convert.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,750
Posted By VintageRide

As it will be another couple of months before I...

As it will be another couple of months before I manage to get the 650b conversion going I have temporarily set it up with some tubular wheels. Installed the Shimano Crane rear derailleur and spent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-22, 11:09 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,750
Posted By VintageRide

I have a list of parts to trade and an ISO list...

I have a list of parts to trade and an ISO list in that thread as well, hopefully a few might need some of them and have something I could use.
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