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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-13, 03:05 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

That's not being a snob. I call it...

That's not being a snob.

I call it discerning.

But in the end, if someone wants to pay $20 for a tire and they are happy with the performance, I'm ok with that.

Just don't expect me to buy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 09:43 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

You may well be right. I did send back a...

You may well be right.

I did send back a defective saddle to Ribble though and they did a great job getting everything credited.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 07:55 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

I actually use them on one of my bicycles. ...

I actually use them on one of my bicycles.

They work great.

If I need another, I'll pm our man Rootboy. :)

Although nothing wrong about picking them up from JH.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Still carry mine in my tool roll. Haven't...

Still carry mine in my tool roll.

Haven't needed it in years, but now that I posted this, I'll need it tomorrow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

The shop I have been doing business with for the...

The shop I have been doing business with for the last twenty years will.

That's one of the reasons I continue to do business with them, as I look at them as friends at this point.

Relationships...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Defective tire. Return it.

Defective tire.

Return it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-13, 06:45 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Challenge Pista 320 tubulars. Available from...

Challenge Pista 320 tubulars. Available from Ribble and in your price range.

Will wear quickly on asphalt tracks.

For more road use, go with Conti Sprinters.

They are fine for your purpose....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-12, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Veloflex Roubaix alert. I've been watching...

Veloflex Roubaix alert.

I've been watching for these since iab's recommendation.

Just noticed that Westernbikeworks had them for 25% off today if the order totaled over $250.

I just order...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-12, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

I am also looking forward to the Eroicas. ...

I am also looking forward to the Eroicas.

Checked at the shop today and they will be spendy.

About $75 or so.

There is another version on their way, the Almonzo.

I need a 30mm tire for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-12, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

I'm sure it does depend on expectations. I...

I'm sure it does depend on expectations.

I like to go out for a ride and not worry that my equipment will fail.

So, I like to to buy from a company I admire and trust.

I like Veloflex.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-12, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Here's the thing. I have experienced a short...

Here's the thing.

I have experienced a short attempt at using those tires.

The batches are highly inconsistent.

My pair were out of round and very bumpy near the stems.

I had a sidewall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-12, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

The only danger you will face with the tires is...

The only danger you will face with the tires is over use!

Very, very nice, as are all of the Veloflex tires I use.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-12, 05:35 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

The Criteriums are on three bicycles here. I...

The Criteriums are on three bicycles here.

I just counted.

A De Rosa Giro d' Italia, a second set of wheels for my Colnago Elegant and my older Chris Kvale.

One of the nicer high performance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-11, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Agreed. Especially the Vittorias on my...

Agreed.

Especially the Vittorias on my wife's De Rosa.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

Of course, but not exclusively.

Of course, but not exclusively.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-10, 08:54 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

...and this is great info. I also use...

...and this is great info.

I also use Veloflex clinchers such as Paves and Master 22s on all of my De Rosas.

Veloflex Criteriums are indeed expensive, and you would never go "cheap" on tubs if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-10, 08:18 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 417,334
Posted By gomango

I automatically just fill them. Have 'em on...

I automatically just fill them.

Have 'em on my Zullo Criterium.

Mavic GP-4s w/ Record hubs + Clement Servicio Corse tubs = Riding bliss!

I have two sets gifted by the owner of a local shop....
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