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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-19, 08:05 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,193
Posted By papaStrudel

Yes, it had been recently tuned and the tires are...

Yes, it had been recently tuned and the tires are fairly new as well! I got it to scratch an itch I have to do a flat bar conversion. If there's interest I'll post the after pics when it's done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-19, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,193
Posted By papaStrudel

I picked up this 1985 Gran Rally today. I...

I picked up this 1985 Gran Rally today. I couldn't find much info on 1985 model so I took a few close-ups. The paint is really something in person---very deep plum. I thought it was black at first....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-02-18, 10:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,273
Posted By papaStrudel

Yes, I'm intrigued by the bike. Checks a lot of...

Yes, I'm intrigued by the bike. Checks a lot of boxes!



Yeah I had the same thought about their generic tubing as well. Have you ridden the bike? I've heard a lot about the wheels but the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-18, 09:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,052
Posted By papaStrudel

This is such an interesting read! Especially the...

This is such an interesting read! Especially the new upstarts "Sun Tour"
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-18, 09:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,273
Posted By papaStrudel

Any specialized Sequoia owners?

I've googled but not found too many long term reviews of the 2018 // first impressions of the new 2019 spec. Anyone riding one? What do you think?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-18, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,634
Posted By papaStrudel

Hmm I hadn't heard of that but it makes sense....

Hmm I hadn't heard of that but it makes sense. This fork is threadless however, and has held up pretty well. Not sure I would take it on anything too gnarly but it feels solid.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-18, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,634
Posted By papaStrudel

Thanks! I'm constantly amazed at how flawlessly...

Thanks! I'm constantly amazed at how flawlessly the deore lx shifts for an almost 25 yr old bike!


It is the Cigne stem! I was unaware they had a tall adapter. What is that?

​
It's the VO...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,634
Posted By papaStrudel

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/00000img_00000_burst20181022161635320_cover_33f145203dcba4f3e3362634d3efe9fcdf3850e1.jpg
Just put the fenders on in anticipation of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-18, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,684
Posted By papaStrudel

It's a (baby) Blue Univega

I thought this particular frame might be worthy of its own thread for a couple reasons. First! To put this in context, when I was starting to get into vintage steel about 1 1/2 years ago I posted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-18, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 782,731
Posted By papaStrudel

Accidentally posted this in the frame pass around...

Accidentally posted this in the frame pass around thread as well...

Bikes I have:
- I have a partially (wheels + deraillers removed) deconstructed 85 Trek 560. 24". I have the deraillers but lost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-18, 07:54 PM
Replies: 2,264
Views: 779,773
Posted By papaStrudel

Bikes I have: - I have a partially (wheels +...

Bikes I have:
- I have a partially (wheels + deraillers removed) deconstructed 85 Trek 560. 24". I have the deraillers but lost the front clamp screw. I also have the wheels but I'm intending to use...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-18, 07:45 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 82,931
Posted By papaStrudel

Are these at Fort Collins Bike CO-OP? I just...

Are these at Fort Collins Bike CO-OP? I just moved into town.. it's on my list to check out soon
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 161,593
Posted By papaStrudel

I posted in this thread last year and I have...

I posted in this thread last year and I have since converted my 94 Karakoram to a drop bar build....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-18, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,634
Posted By papaStrudel

I have a 94 GT Karakoram with dirt drops as well!...

I have a 94 GT Karakoram with dirt drops as well! It is my most consistently ridden steed. What front rack are you running? Was it easy to set up?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-18, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,079
Posted By papaStrudel

Now THAT is what I call an """Adventure""" (tm)...

Now THAT is what I call an """Adventure""" (tm) bike :beer:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-18, 08:49 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 25,200
Posted By papaStrudel

I have a similar story. I was getting some work...

I have a similar story. I was getting some work done on my moto (at a "recycled" bike shop... plenty of old bikes hanging on the walls). A guy comes in (customer, not employee), looks at the DT...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-18, 02:21 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 465,592
Posted By papaStrudel

I saw that on Denver CL! Definitely an...

I saw that on Denver CL! Definitely an interesting bike :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-18, 09:12 AM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 674,760
Posted By papaStrudel

I've been trolling craigslist for vintage treks...

I've been trolling craigslist for vintage treks for what seems like months... Lucked out with this purple beauty! 1985 Trek 560. Looks to be all original aside from cable housing and tires!! Frame is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-18, 02:34 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,049,514
Posted By papaStrudel

DQRider, what handlebars are you using on that...

DQRider, what handlebars are you using on that Raysport Turismo?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-18, 02:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,407
Posted By papaStrudel

Could be the original! 88/89 1200's had chro-moly...

Could be the original! 88/89 1200's had chro-moly forks. But it's hard to tell with that one photo
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-18, 01:24 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,163,807
Posted By papaStrudel

I'm checking this out tomorrow... will update!

I'm checking this out tomorrow... will update!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-18, 08:26 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 140,362
Posted By papaStrudel

My 85 Ironman has a suntour sprint crankset....

My 85 Ironman has a suntour sprint crankset. Original owner says he bought it this way. Maybe it was replaced in the bike shop? It's weird because the chainrings are a similar dark grey to pictures...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-17, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

I just shifted the rear into the lowest gear so...

I just shifted the rear into the lowest gear so it's not super cross chained, and it looks ok! Will report back when I take for a ride.

Also interesting bit of info. The guy I bought it from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-17, 01:39 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

Good question. I haven't been able to ride it yet...

Good question. I haven't been able to ride it yet due to snow, I'll probably take it for a spin this week to see what needs tuning!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-17, 11:11 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

The Ironman I picked up this evening... Very good...

The Ironman I picked up this evening... Very good condition. The gentleman whom I bought it from kept it in very good condition and bought it new in 1986. He put look clipless pedals on it in 1987. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-17, 03:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,342
Posted By papaStrudel

Great looking bike! I am a big fan of 90s MTBs.

Great looking bike! I am a big fan of 90s MTBs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-17, 01:04 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

Thanks for the info, AustinFitz! I am checking...

Thanks for the info, AustinFitz! I am checking out the ironman I posted today. The guy selling is the original owner so I am excited to see it. I have plans to put 28s on it, do you think you could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

I'm checking out this 1985 (?) this weekend...

I'm checking out this 1985 (?) this weekend hopefully. Thoughts on price? only the one pic. Seller asking $245. Looks like the rear derailleur could be a replacement.

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-17, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,371
Posted By papaStrudel

Very interesting bit of history!

Very interesting bit of history!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-17, 08:31 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 120,959
Posted By papaStrudel

How big are those tires? Great looking bike!

How big are those tires? Great looking bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-17, 04:36 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,972
Posted By papaStrudel

I saw that on the Denver craigslist. It was...

I saw that on the Denver craigslist. It was sitting there for quite some time. Glad it got cleaned up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-17, 04:20 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,578
Posted By papaStrudel

A Tale of Tire Clearance

I picked up this StreetStomper over the weekend and threw on these 26x2.2 Holy Rollers I had just for the occasion. Tire clearance was tight, but the ride was worth it! New grips are in the mail
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,747
Posted By papaStrudel

Thanks for your input, T-Mar! :thumb: If I check...

Thanks for your input, T-Mar! :thumb: If I check it out, I will report back with pictures!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 02:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,747
Posted By papaStrudel

It took some serious digging but I found just a...

It took some serious digging but I found just a LITTLE bit more info at this link... had to use the WayBack Machine for this one...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,747
Posted By papaStrudel

Yeah, asking price is $80 right now. Might throw...

Yeah, asking price is $80 right now. Might throw out $60 to start.

All the info about Maruishi I've found pertains to their road bikes. Their mountain bike info is even less sparce... and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 07:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,747
Posted By papaStrudel

Maruishi Pathfinder

Any info on this model? Lugged frame, looks like an ATB or hybrid type deal. Wheelbase is outta sight. I might try and check it out this weekend. Pretty cheap on "the list".

Edit: Should add that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-17, 07:00 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,163,807
Posted By papaStrudel

https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/d/raleigh-team-u...

https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/d/raleigh-team-usa-road-bike-12/6340601461.html

:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-17, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,296
Posted By papaStrudel

The super sport was actually second from the top...

The super sport was actually second from the top for a time in the 80s. Mine is Tange 2 frame, suntour cyclone mark 2, and royal Gran compe brakes. Rides great!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-17, 07:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

I can get a pic up tonight. It's all galvanized...

I can get a pic up tonight. It's all galvanized steel--used a DIY guide online. I didn't want to buy a really expensive stand and was in a DIY phase. It works well enough and I enjoy the fact that it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-17, 01:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

I'll look into that! I used the 0000 grade stuff,...

I'll look into that! I used the 0000 grade stuff, pretty fine.

Here's a pic from today's ride... Threw a chain about 15 minutes after this. Got stuck between the freewheel and chain stay. I'm in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

Yes well, it's a "memory" bike as they say. I'm...

Yes well, it's a "memory" bike as they say. I'm not selling it for the foreseeable future so I figured, why not make it a little easier to ride?

And good eye on the bolt, that must've happened at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 08:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

Thank you! His name is Apollo. Thanks...

Thank you! His name is Apollo.



Thanks much! This has been my first attempt at a "restoration" if you will. I'm looking forward to the trek. I think it's a 1981? I was shocked at how light it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 08:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

https://i.imgur.com/IggmU0Y.jpg ...

https://i.imgur.com/IggmU0Y.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/VW69fcn.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 08:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,196
Posted By papaStrudel

The big, yellow, Motobecane Submarine

Hello,

Some of you may have seen a few of my postings throughout the past few months. I wanted to make a thread to show the end of a process. You can see the beginning and before
pictures of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-20-17, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,602
Posted By papaStrudel

It's a bit of conjecture based on the research...

It's a bit of conjecture based on the research I've done. The 1985 Catalog (http://classicrendezvous.com/Italy/Freschi/catalog_85_pg8.html) specs for the supreme (which is the lowest level) says it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-20-17, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,602
Posted By papaStrudel

So probably not worth $450 considering the odd...

So probably not worth $450 considering the odd componentry.




How rough? I can only make out a few scratches etc, and a few of the stickers are a bit rough. But it looks like Columbus tubing?...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-20-17, 09:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,602
Posted By papaStrudel

It's a Freschi?

Listed for $450. Thoughts? Comments? Purchase? Run Away? Run Towards?

Edit: I should mention I have already asked for more pics. Will post when received.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-17, 08:46 AM
Replies: 228
Views: 41,092
Posted By papaStrudel

Interesting... I ask because there is a Freschi...

Interesting... I ask because there is a Freschi in my size sitting on the local CL for about $400. Trying to determine if it's worth checking out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-17, 08:13 AM
Replies: 228
Views: 41,092
Posted By papaStrudel

Has anyone heard of "Freschi"?

Has anyone heard of "Freschi"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-17, 09:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,253
Posted By papaStrudel

Resurrecting this old thread with 3 more pics...

Resurrecting this old thread with 3 more pics from the seller... Asking price is now $90. I would be tempted to throw $50 out because I don't need this bike at all but it has enough... chutzpah? that...
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