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Forum: Pills and Ills
05-07-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 443
Posted By Trav1s

Talk to your doctor if you are remembering things...

Talk to your doctor if you are remembering things you would rather forget...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

Do you have link of the items you are...

Do you have link of the items you are considering?

Did a quick search for Altus stuff and looks like it is for vbrakes. Are you planning to upgrade to vbrakes? The shifter brake combo pretty...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 269
Posted By Trav1s

These things stand out to me as I look at the two...

These things stand out to me as I look at the two bikes -
Jamis v/s Surly
drop v/s flat
700c v/s 650b or 700C
GRX v/s Deore or Cues

Ride them both and decide. I'd love to try S2 set...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Wish I was taller or that frame was smaller. Sigh

Wish I was taller or that frame was smaller. Sigh
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

Well I'll be ...

Well I'll be
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/823x573/700_snip_aaa50c4e7742d134080bc31e0ab022b63b7c99c8.png

With the right parts, you can convert the solid axle to a QR to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

I agree. I missed that before. Also, thanks...

I agree. I missed that before.

Also, thanks for the link.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

Brake parts - I'll polish them up for you before...

Brake parts - I'll polish them up for you before they get shipped. Mothers Mag Wheel polish is a great resource to clean up old bike parts. I'll also touch up the scratches on the handles with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

I'm pretty sure you have the same wheelset that...

I'm pretty sure you have the same wheelset that came on my 730 and they are a freehub. Freehub takes a cassette. I missed the HG37 in the manual. The HG-41 I recommended is from the Acera line and is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

I'm back... In the stash I have the...

I'm back...

In the stash I have the following workable items:

Rear derailleurs
Acera 7 speed that I ultrasonic cleaned and lubed the pivots. Not the prettiest but servicable and would be my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 339
Posted By Trav1s

I love me some vintage Cannondales and that one...

I love me some vintage Cannondales and that one ticks a bunch of boxes. Definitely worth time and effort.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

bloomjbikes are you familiar with the restomod...

bloomjbikes are you familiar with the restomod concept from the classic car world?

I see lots of parallels between the classic car world and bike world. There are those who like stock/stock...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

Great suggestion. If bloomjbikes I'll go...

Great suggestion. If bloomjbikes I'll go throught the spare parts I have accumulated to support the cause. I know have brake levers, shifters, and probably have a decent set of vbrakes also add. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/80-img_8388_da69366b663e6666d14bfd4e06e9563adfacbf77.jpeg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

If the bloomjbikes is interested, I have a pair...

If the bloomjbikes is interested, I have a pair of shimano 7speed trigger shifters with indicators that I'd offer to the project for the cost of shipping. Not the prettiest but would work and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

If the the square taper BB and crank were good...

If the the square taper BB and crank were good I'd work to keep them in place. In my case, the crank was shot and FSA Omega on the shelf along with 105 5800 deraiileurs. It works great on the 730 but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

From the other thread in the MTB section. ...

From the other thread in the MTB section.

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new thread in the Classic/Vintage section so that the Multitrack fans see it and more easily chime in. While...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

Another for reference Great resource: ...

Another for reference
Great resource:
https://vintage-trek.com/trek-fisher-klein-lemond.htm

Sales brochure that site:
https://vintage-trek.com/Trek-Fisher-Klein-Lemond/1998trek.pdf
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 843
Posted By Trav1s

From the other thread in the MTB section: ...

From the other thread in the MTB section:



Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find 730 Multitrack and you can see my project here:...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By Trav1s

Ill share stuff over there too.

Ill share stuff over there too.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By Trav1s

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new...

I'd suggest copying this discussion into a new thread in the Classic/Vintage section so that the Multitrack fans see it and more easily chime in. While there is some overlap, this is would be better...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By Trav1s

Great resource: ...

Great resource:
https://vintage-trek.com/trek-fisher-klein-lemond.htm

Sales brochure that site:
https://vintage-trek.com/Trek-Fisher-Klein-Lemond/1998trek.pdf
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,725
Posted By Trav1s

Took Curbie out for a ride over the weekend and...

Took Curbie out for a ride over the weekend and the stem change/saddle swap made all the difference. We rode 7 miles exploring the bike paths of Westerville and now I get it - these are really...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By Trav1s

Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find...

Well you're in luck! I just rebuilt a curb find 730 Multitrack and you can see my project here: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1287496-trek-730-multitrack-curb-find-operation-wettrek.html...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By Trav1s

Honestly, this would be best posted in...

Honestly, this would be best posted in Vintage/Classic or Mechanical secton. I hope mods split off your post into a new thread.

Are you somewhere other than the USA? From everything I can find,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 570
Posted By Trav1s

Both with the Giant first. I'm all about the...

Both with the Giant first. I'm all about the practicality of early MTBs
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 05:11 AM
Replies: 15,482
Views: 4,126,680
Posted By Trav1s

I friend picked this up at the curb for me - I...

I friend picked this up at the curb for me - I think it is a 1996 Rockhopper that as very few original parts but the CrMo Aluminum frame looks good. I suspect it was converted to a college commuter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Well, yesterday was a was. My friend stopped over...

Well, yesterday was a was. My friend stopped over with the remainder of the parts for the (ho ho ho) Green Giant. It turned out great! One more home.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Sold!! The dad that picked it up was thrilled...

Sold!! The dad that picked it up was thrilled with condition, price, and how close I was to him.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,759
Posted By Trav1s

Ordered a set of Shimano RS-700 shifters from...

Ordered a set of Shimano RS-700 shifters from Amazon. I considered microshift Centos 11 (used on Curbie the 730 Multitrack) but I like the Shimano units better and they fit the vibe of this bike. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,759
Posted By Trav1s

Some might cringe at the choice but the current...

Some might cringe at the choice but the current plan is a modern GRX drivetrain. This is the GRX 600 46/30 165mm version. If I change my mind this will get repurposed on one of the other bikes in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Important work to support her in that process. As...

Important work to support her in that process. As one who has spent a good part of the past 20 years doing that work in various settings, thank you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Oh and I built this up from a $20 Fb frame find...

Oh and I built this up from a $20 Fb frame find and the parts stash. It’s going to a friend that I got into cycling since I moved back to central Ohio. 2000 Yukon SE that came with 3x8 Acera...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

This Trek Mystic is in amazing condition and...

This Trek Mystic is in amazing condition and cleaned right up. The original tubes and rim straps were bad so I swapped new rim straps, tubes, and Bontrager tire onto it along with new brake pads and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7,896
Views: 957,214
Posted By Trav1s

Cleaned up and ready for a new owner x2 ...

Cleaned up and ready for a new owner x2

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5270_c0b8964fd160ef701e01c38287a1a3e93120f821.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 751
Posted By Trav1s

My experince too. I've grabbed some air and I'm...

My experince too. I've grabbed some air and I'm happy with the response. YMMV
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Too big for me... sounds like the bike gods are...

Too big for me... sounds like the bike gods are smiling on you with the CB frame. In this thread I'd call that a forgivable oops.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

What size is it? I'm sure that would be one...

What size is it? I'm sure that would be one people would be interested in. I have a 730 Multitrack but it is a bit small and would love to find a larger size.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 05:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 751
Posted By Trav1s

Rock Shox Recon TK Solo Air C1 26" Fork - 1 1/8"...

Rock Shox Recon TK Solo Air C1 26" Fork - 1 1/8" Steerer, 100mm Travel, 9x100mm QR (Black) 90339-220317
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=90339&category=5665

I used...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-20-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,263
Posted By Trav1s

I can speak to the Topstone - I am 169 cm tall...

I can speak to the Topstone - I am 169 cm tall with a 75cm inseam - I tried out a small Topstone and immediately tired a 52 cm Synapse. I wanted to like the Topstone but it was too small. The Synapse...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-19-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,561
Posted By Trav1s

I got lucky and scored a 13" frame Trek 800...

I got lucky and scored a 13" frame Trek 800 series steel fork mountian bike for my daughter's next bike. Looks like I got lucky.

I have noticed a few 49mm frame 700c bikes on FB Marketplace that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-19-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 1,105
Views: 421,462
Posted By Trav1s

That explains the silver fork on my 730!

That explains the silver fork on my 730!
Forum: Commuting
04-19-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 411
Posted By Trav1s

How flashy is the Team Marin frame? I'd want...

How flashy is the Team Marin frame? I'd want something that blends and is pretty common, minimal value, and easily replaceable if it was permanently borrowed.

I'd consider a modern carbon or steel...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-18-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,226
Posted By Trav1s

Pedals = Raceface Ride or Shimano EF102 composite...

Pedals = Raceface Ride or Shimano EF102 composite or EF202 aluminum

Saddle = highly personal

Saddle height...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-17-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 1,105
Views: 421,462
Posted By Trav1s

Fork swap or try to install new posts. I like the...

Fork swap or try to install new posts. I like the color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 17,288
Posted By Trav1s

Update: The 20" Specialized Hotrock is cleaned up...

Update: The 20" Specialized Hotrock is cleaned up and ready to rehome. Added new grips and tires in the cleanup. I have more time in it than sense but it was a fun one. Battle scars are already in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 7,896
Views: 957,214
Posted By Trav1s

Before ...

Before
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_4906_90d54428d002e6d7e2f422e3f8e35462a4c46539.jpeg


After...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-13-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By Trav1s

I know the bike color is purple. I'm talking...

I know the bike color is purple. I'm talking about the black paint on the brakes, bars, and stem - they look dull to me. Also, the cracked seat is another concern. Maybe it sat inside but received...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By Trav1s

CF fork, Sora crank, Deore rear derailleur, rim...

CF fork, Sora crank, Deore rear derailleur, rim brakes, in need of love, tires are pretty smooth - Does it need a chain? Is there cassette wear?

I like what I see but not at that price. I'd figure...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,173
Posted By Trav1s

i have used the GP5 and like them... but I like...

i have used the GP5 and like them... but I like them more on certain bars than others. The original flat bar/GP5 combo on my Quick were great. I upgraeded to RF riser/swept back bars and they don't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 845
Posted By Trav1s

Nice option to have! I'm looking forward to...

Nice option to have! I'm looking forward to hearing how this project plays out over time.
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