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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-17, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

arex - good looking bike. Its patina really tells...

arex - good looking bike. Its patina really tells a story...paints a picture.....someone loved this bike, trusted this bike to use it often.
That's one of the things I like about old bikes,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-17, 12:24 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

noglider & @ billytwosheds - I'm in the process...

noglider & @ billytwosheds - I'm in the process of a full overhaul now & completed headset, most of bb and serviced shifters, derailleurs & crankset. I'll likely keep her. I only rode up & down the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-17, 09:36 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

OK, Photos: ...

OK, Photos:
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2890/33247187982_fd551dfab0.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/SDWwF1)1985 or '86 Univega Alpina Uno (https://flic.kr/p/SDWwF1) by velocivixen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-17, 07:48 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

I love this thread! I'm going to cross post...

I love this thread! I'm going to cross post although since I'm on an iPad I'm not certain how to add photos, so I'll add those later. A few days ago I spotted a CL ad saying "Hot Pink Bike..", and as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-16, 06:53 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Gotcha. Whether it's "worth it" is one of those...

Gotcha. Whether it's "worth it" is one of those things.....I'm fairly certain that model isn't a rare find - more of a daily rider type bike. Hope you post some more photos with whatever you decide....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-16, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Welcome Preacher377! What a good looking Univega....

Welcome Preacher377! What a good looking Univega. Nice job saving that bike, as it will easily clean up into a nice rider. Definitely needs a new chain, and I have great luck using Naval Jelly (by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-16, 12:38 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

That ride looks solid and cushy. Why the...

That ride looks solid and cushy. Why the different fork? What size tires are those?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-16, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

I'm looking on this seatpost size chart on...

I'm looking on this seatpost size chart on Sheldon Brown's site:

Sheldon Brown's Seatpost Size Database M-Z (http://www.sheldonbrown.com/seatpost-sizes-m-z.html#u)


A 1990 Univega Alpina Pro...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-16, 03:54 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

I don't know the answer. What size is the...

I don't know the answer. What size is the current, too small, seat post? If not sure it may be marked at the bottom of the seat post. If like modern standards 27.2 I believe. Not sure though on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-16, 10:26 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Ex Pres - do you know what the final year...

Ex Pres - do you know what the final year Italvega made bikes was? Did Italvega & Univega overlap at all during a transition year?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-16, 07:31 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

T-Mar - if you have time I would like to see it....

T-Mar - if you have time I would like to see it. Just for my own curiosity. I thought it would be more objective/subjective thoughts about the ride, etc.

As an aside I think it's cool that you've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

T-Mar or others - I knew about that 1977...

T-Mar or others - I knew about that 1977 Bicycling magazine article and have looked extensively online for it. Various vintage sites that have magazines, documentation, etc. and have not found it. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-16, 01:36 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Here's my first Univega - a Gran Rally. Serial...

Here's my first Univega - a Gran Rally. Serial Number # F-520162 - Miyata built, I believe, made in Japan anyway 1977. Every component has a date code of 1977, however the Suntour Pro Compe freewheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-15, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Lazyass - that bikes my size too! Too bad I'm in...

Lazyass - that bikes my size too! Too bad I'm in Oregon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-15, 04:00 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

eschlwc- really nice examples. Very pretty.

eschlwc- really nice examples. Very pretty.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-15, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

3speedslow - yeah...I know. Interesting depending...

3speedslow - yeah...I know. Interesting depending on the sizes. My friend had 2 Bridgestone T700s (1987 I think); a 21" and a 19". She let me test ride because she was selling the 19", and I thought...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-15, 12:35 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

I am still on the lookout for a size 50 cm or so...

I am still on the lookout for a size 50 cm or so Univega with good paint that isn't priced at a small fortune. Portland market is crazy. I look every day on CL for Univegas. So for now I come here to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-15, 09:29 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

eschlwc - fantastic job. Gorgeous. How does it...

eschlwc - fantastic job. Gorgeous. How does it ride? Every day I scour Portland Metro CL for a Univega in my size. I'm looking for one that hasn't been butchered. This is Portland, and it happens.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-15, 12:09 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

pdxpsyclist - lovely Gran Turismo. You did a nice...

pdxpsyclist - lovely Gran Turismo. You did a nice job with it. Does the original owner now you've fixed it up? I'm still waiting for just the right Univega to come along. Hopefully a 50cm with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-14, 06:53 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Velo-Orange sells the aluminum hammered fenders....

Velo-Orange sells the aluminum hammered fenders. I have them on one of my bikes and they're really light.
Here's a link to the fender page on Velo Orange site:



hmmmmmm. For some reason I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-14, 08:13 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

Welcome to the forum! Gorgeous bike for sure. I'm...

Welcome to the forum! Gorgeous bike for sure. I'm still learning about various Univega models & components that were original, but if it fits you and you like it, then it's a good deal! Post more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-14, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

mattiemisfit - gorgeous bike! Thanks for the...

mattiemisfit - gorgeous bike! Thanks for the photos.

Im still looking for a nice 50cm Univega with good paint & original components. I'm patient, but I know will come.
bigwoo - thanks for your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-14, 09:58 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,069
Posted By Velocivixen

@ usa068 - wow $10 is amazing! I don't have a...

@ usa068 - wow $10 is amazing! I don't have a Univega yet, but I'm keeping my eyes open for one my size. What components does the bike have? Would like to see some close ups. Nice work!
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