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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,351
Posted By rogerm3d

Every item on a bike that is loaded has it's own...

Every item on a bike that is loaded has it's own limits. My current mountain bike's frame is quite strong, probably wouldn't have any issues with a 200LB+ rider, but the wheels on the bike have a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-27-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By rogerm3d

If this is a BSA I would note that the fork has...

If this is a BSA I would note that the fork has been replaced with a generic Raleigh fork. The pedals have also been replaced. I would hold out for something in better condition. The ride will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,128,534
Posted By rogerm3d

With the shorter timeline of mountain bike's its...

With the shorter timeline of mountain bike's its harder to decide where vintage is but my easy qualifier would be 20 years or 26" wheels. I think that mountain bikes have been around long enough now...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,239
Posted By rogerm3d

This is a really interesting bike. With a bit of...

This is a really interesting bike. With a bit of digging it looks like the bike is probably from the mid to late 1930s (probably a 1937 Delux Men's M-137 "Wingbar"). On the hub it looks like there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 533
Posted By rogerm3d

With training it's possible but it will be...

With training it's possible but it will be difficult. Are you thinking of a single speed with freewheel, or a fixie as those are two very different beasts on a ride like this? In 2022 I rode Eroica...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-18-23, 11:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,524
Posted By rogerm3d

one of the oldest methods for joining aluminum...

one of the oldest methods for joining aluminum tubes together can be seen here: Meca Dural Duralumin (https://www.pedalpedlar.co.uk/blogs/thejournal/vintage-bike-of-the-week-meca-dural)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 29,047
Posted By rogerm3d

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 29,047
Posted By rogerm3d

The hardest frame to photograph I've ever dealt...

The hardest frame to photograph I've ever dealt with (Paint is a mix of super deep purple, gold, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,261
Posted By rogerm3d

It looks like the bottom bracket shell was...

It looks like the bottom bracket shell was replaced considering those welds (totally different looking from the rest of the frame welds) and mismatched paint in the area. Unless the bike is a really...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 580
Posted By rogerm3d

I'm not a huge fan of those valves (and have had...

I'm not a huge fan of those valves (and have had issues with them) as the nut tends to loosen up and there is no metal stopper on the inside. I prefer a stem like in this image that has rubber on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 06:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,961
Posted By rogerm3d

On (modern rim brake road bike especially) wheels...

On (modern rim brake road bike especially) wheels the offset between the left and right side leads a large difference in spoke tension between the two sides (NDS spoke tension is ~40-55% of DS...
Forum: Southern California
06-26-23, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,885
Views: 364,537
Posted By rogerm3d

A weekend of bikepacking for the Swift Campout....

A weekend of bikepacking for the Swift Campout. Saturday 44miles/7592' climbing up Big Tujunga/Angeles Creast, Sunday 34miles rode dirt down Mendenhall Ridge Road to Little Tujunga to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 539
Posted By rogerm3d

I haven't found any copper pipe methods, most...

I haven't found any copper pipe methods, most options are modifying and bending a washer
The frame builder option (https://www.flickr.com/photos/49353569@N00/12748009134/in/photostream/)
suntour...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-23, 05:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,151,011
Posted By rogerm3d

1989 Bridgestone MB1: $450+ Portland Oregon ...

1989 Bridgestone MB1: $450+ Portland Oregon
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Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
03-16-23, 05:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,167
Posted By rogerm3d

I've used their cloth tape before, it's has a...

I've used their cloth tape before, it's has a minimal foam under the fabric so it has some comfort (I can't speak on their other tapes). The fabric tape does get dirty easily but cleans easily with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-05-23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,746
Posted By rogerm3d

A bit of ebay digging shows that just the...

A bit of ebay digging shows that just the frame/fork have sold ranging between $700-1200. Hutch Pro Racer Frame (https://www.ebay.com/itm/125630628146)
A complete bike isn't showing up on ebay and...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 354,196
Posted By rogerm3d

The paint does make it hard to photograph the...

The paint does make it hard to photograph the frame as a whole. Hopefully this older photo is more clear. The seat stays go straight into the back of the lug which is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 354,196
Posted By rogerm3d

Bike has been updated to full Super Record...

Bike has been updated to full Super Record 11speed gruppo, and wheels rebuilt with Mavic open pro tubeless.
The stem isn't the prettiest stem and does get dirty easily due to it's matte finish. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-22, 08:53 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,907
Posted By rogerm3d

Registered and excited for another year (hoping...

Registered and excited for another year (hoping for an improvement over the 2022 ride)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,695
Posted By rogerm3d

I am running Campagnolo Super Record 11 speed. I...

I am running Campagnolo Super Record 11 speed. I have ridden 8 and 9 speed Campagnolo in limited amounts and it was nice but the improved hoods and ultrashift are a pretty large improvement....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-22, 10:39 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,695
Posted By rogerm3d

The Open Pro UST's ride great but are a royal...

The Open Pro UST's ride great but are a royal pain to mount continental gp5000s on. Building the rear was a little tricky due to the lower tension of the rims and the high dish of the hub. Once setup...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-22, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,695
Posted By rogerm3d

After years of riding with an assortment of...

After years of riding with an assortment of equipment I finally upgraded to Campagnolo ergopowers and I am a convert. Frame is from 1989 (I think?) and uses Columbus...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-22, 08:15 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 964
Posted By rogerm3d

Because of cost and fragility I would opt for the...

Because of cost and fragility I would opt for the S3X hub instead. I would only consider the ASC for a museum piece. In regards to durability the first generation S3X shifter has slightly different...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-22, 12:04 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,557
Posted By rogerm3d

Cinelli is the nicest look/fit For the bars...

Cinelli is the nicest look/fit
For the bars stuck in the Cinelli stem remove the bolt and try gently driving a wedge (either a flat stubby screwdriver or a chisel (V-wedge)) into the split to expand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 56,607
Posted By rogerm3d

I'm glad that you made it through the ride and it...

I'm glad that you made it through the ride and it was great chatting with you a couple of times along the ride (Your dedication is quite impressive)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 03:49 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 56,607
Posted By rogerm3d

I had a great time on the ride despite the...

I had a great time on the ride despite the confusions and issues. It was great to meet everyone on the San Simeon pre-ride, discovering the history of my Schwinn Rainbow jersey, and generally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 02:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,328
Posted By rogerm3d

Thanks for the info on the frame (or a matched...

Thanks for the info on the frame (or a matched frame?). If you cracked the chainstay towards the front it's likely that this was your frame. Do you remember any details about this frame? Was it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-21, 07:08 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 13,116
Posted By rogerm3d

Is the tour de france an important race? I've...

Is the tour de france an important race? I've never watched it but I can't think of any other french races that are relevant /S
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-21, 10:09 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,548
Posted By rogerm3d

I've been very happy with the Gloworm Alpha (Plus...

I've been very happy with the Gloworm Alpha (Plus for greater battery life). In my research it was the best compromise between battery life, brightness, and overall quality. For road use the single...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-21, 12:44 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 27,171
Posted By rogerm3d

Since a brake cable end and housing are the same...

Since a brake cable end and housing are the same diameter you can reverse the cable and housing routing through a large number of brake levers (some drilling may be required). With bar drilling and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-21, 04:24 PM
Replies: 264
Views: 27,171
Posted By rogerm3d

That's always a hard to answer question. I would...

That's always a hard to answer question. I would say that my Dayton Roadmaster is the best overall bike. Of the bikes I ride it's the heaviest (at around 26 lbs), the brakes are rubbish, the gearing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-21, 12:09 AM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,184
Posted By rogerm3d

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Forum: Touring
11-05-21, 08:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,228
Posted By rogerm3d

I can't really speak on GT after they were bought...

I can't really speak on GT after they were bought out in 2001 or so by Pacific (and a lot of bike shops dropped them, things got better slowly after 2004 and they have made inroads back into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-21, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,282
Posted By rogerm3d

Item is listed in "Santa Monica, CA", about for...

Item is listed in "Santa Monica, CA", about for the ebay user is "Based in United Kingdom"
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-06-21, 04:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,519
Posted By rogerm3d

If you are switching to cantilevers from vbrakes...

If you are switching to cantilevers from vbrakes you will also have to change out your brake levers (and if you are running all in one brifters that will be difficult). If the brake levers and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-21, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 354,196
Posted By rogerm3d

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-21, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 847
Posted By rogerm3d

All of the Dayton amalgam frames I have seen have...

All of the Dayton amalgam frames I have seen have much tighter builds/finish (even though it's hard to tell what is under all that paint). All Dayton frames (lugged or amalgam) post rod brakes also...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 29,047
Posted By rogerm3d

Daccordi TSX with gold/purple/silver paint, and...

Daccordi TSX with gold/purple/silver paint, and red/gold anodized parts. Does 90's era mountain bikes (solid paint, all the anodized colors in parts) count as multi-colored or is frame color the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-21, 02:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,947
Posted By rogerm3d

The models for Daccordi are a bit confusing, best...

The models for Daccordi are a bit confusing, best I can figure is that you have their standard "Road Race" frame with cable routing on the toptube and built with cromor tubing. The paint job and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-21, 03:52 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 28,744
Posted By rogerm3d

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Forum: Mountain Biking
04-23-21, 11:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,116
Posted By rogerm3d

I also run the FireXC Pros on the back of my...

I also run the FireXC Pros on the back of my mountain bike (GT idrive first gen) when I upgraded to tubeless (as they were the skinniest I could find at the time), they fit with a little room to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-21, 03:48 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 35,182
Posted By rogerm3d

Excited for my first time doing the ride, planing...

Excited for my first time doing the ride, planing on suffering with my Dayton Roadmaster. Just finished a replacement of the shift key on the hub and swapped back from aero cable configuration (I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-21, 10:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,230
Posted By rogerm3d

Your chain is too short, the tension when in the...

Your chain is too short, the tension when in the high gear should have just a little tension on the derailleur (something like this image). The tension in the low gear will then be closer to what is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-21, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,131,286
Posted By rogerm3d

BACO frame with a Cycles Yvars headbadge. Labeled...

BACO frame with a Cycles Yvars headbadge. Labeled as 531 tubing but weighs in at 5.5lbs for a 58cm frame and fork (which in my experience is pretty light). For as many frames as BACO built there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,366
Posted By rogerm3d

I use the Vittoria 1976 retro shoes, they are...

I use the Vittoria 1976 retro shoes, they are available with either a road cleat, or a rubber sole with spd support (the rubber soles also work pretty well for toeclips). They do run a little on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,366
Posted By rogerm3d

It looks like with the length listed for reach...

It looks like with the length listed for reach you already have the Superbe long reach brakes. SunTour brakes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-21, 11:41 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,284
Posted By rogerm3d

Daccordi DLX (1989?) made with TSX ...

Daccordi DLX (1989?) made with TSX
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-21, 08:14 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 15,862
Posted By rogerm3d

Seat cluster lug used by Daccordi in the 80s-90s....

Seat cluster lug used by Daccordi in the 80s-90s. Sadly the rest of the lugs are much simpler without the claws...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-21, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,435
Posted By rogerm3d

It's not as comfortable as cork tape, but it's...

It's not as comfortable as cork tape, but it's pretty durable, and cleans up easily with soapy water. It's more comfortable compared to my previous double wrapped traditional cloth tape on this bike....
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