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05-20-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 465
Posted By romperrr

We are not worthy of such beautiful restorations,...

We are not worthy of such beautiful restorations, you sir, are an artist
05-20-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,124
Posted By romperrr

1975 Centurion Semi-Pro 60 cm - $395

Very very clean bike, I believe it's all original in its chrome lug glory. Very good price given the condition. In my younger CV days I didn't think condition mattered all that much as I thought...
05-20-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 227
Posted By romperrr

Something about that brake bridge is very...

Something about that brake bridge is very satisfying. Beautiful bike! Enjoy the ride.
05-16-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 266
Posted By romperrr

That is an excellent reminder, thank you very...

That is an excellent reminder, thank you very much, I will do just that.
05-15-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 266
Posted By romperrr

Catnap that looks like an 8-speed deraileur, do...

Catnap that looks like an 8-speed deraileur, do you know if it can shift 9-speed? My knowledge here is limited.

Thank you for the offer!
05-14-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 266
Posted By romperrr

WTB - Campy Mirage 9-Speed Long Cage RD

As the title indicates, looking to replace the current RD on Mrs. Romperrr's Rodriguez. A late night bike ride ended with her accidently shifting into the spokes and the RD exploded, thankfully the...
05-13-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,266
Posted By romperrr

thanks for the informative reply, bulgie !

thanks for the informative reply, bulgie !
05-13-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,266
Posted By romperrr

bulgie , thanks for your informative reply. If I...

bulgie , thanks for your informative reply. If I could follow up, why is "rifling" a gimmick. To my uneducated understanding it will stiffen up frames.
05-07-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 477
Posted By romperrr

damn that is a fine deal on all that good stuff.

damn that is a fine deal on all that good stuff.
05-07-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 10,022
Posted By romperrr

Pantah , very interesting thank you. I look...

Pantah , very interesting thank you. I look forward to your investigation. I have a few brifters that I need to take apart and refresh. I've never done anything like that before, but I figure if...
05-06-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 592
Posted By romperrr

I agree on the British designation, given the...

I agree on the British designation, given the era, my guess would be 531db. Looks like a nice bike with the campy do's and cut lugs. Try pulling the fork and checking for markings on the steer tube.
05-06-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 10,022
Posted By romperrr

That is a very cool work you're doing on the rear...

That is a very cool work you're doing on the rear derailleur conversion. It's inspiring me.
05-06-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,376
Posted By romperrr

Sorry to hear about your accident, but it looks...

Sorry to hear about your accident, but it looks like you're on the road to recovery. Glad you've kept your humor about you and I hope you get to do that cycletour soon enough.
05-03-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 522
Posted By romperrr

Amazing, thank you for the detailed write up.

Amazing, thank you for the detailed write up.
05-01-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 522
Posted By romperrr

Amazing job on the build and especially the...

Amazing job on the build and especially the paint! If you're up for it, I'd love to know more about your paint process, especially how you applied the god accents.

Glad it's bringing you miles of...
04-29-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 336
Posted By romperrr

Cool bike. Any idea why a tri bike would be built...

Cool bike. Any idea why a tri bike would be built with mtb tubing? I figured KHS would go for something lighter for the tri crowd
04-29-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By romperrr

Thanks! Any idea the time for each day? My...

Thanks! Any idea the time for each day? My internet searches haven't yielded anything..
04-29-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 520
Posted By romperrr

Hi there, yes it's the same company. I've built a...

Hi there, yes it's the same company. I've built a few Terry bikes for female friends of mine and have been impressed with their construction and component specifications, overall, great bikes! I...
04-29-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 695
Posted By romperrr

Worth it for the original DA brake hoods alone!...

Worth it for the original DA brake hoods alone! JK... but not by much. Good price given the condition. GLWS!
04-29-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,555
Posted By romperrr

If I weren't up to ears in projects, I'd buy the...

If I weren't up to ears in projects, I'd buy the frame in a heartbeat. I have plenty of parts to complete it, it's my size, AND I'm local. I JUST picked up a Bianchi Volpe... Please someone else buy...
04-28-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 393
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful bike. I haven't seen this company...

Beautiful bike. I haven't seen this company before, do you have any more information about them?
04-25-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By romperrr

I love going to this event. Thanks for the...

I love going to this event. Thanks for the reminder!
04-24-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 947
Posted By romperrr

Definitely worth upgrading as long as it fits...

Definitely worth upgrading as long as it fits you. Looks like a full 531 frame with a salvageable brooks in lovely white and blue livery. These bikes have great sport-touring geometry and can take...
04-24-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 303
Posted By romperrr

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that...

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that rear skewer definitely isn't stock :rolleyes:
04-22-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 383
Posted By romperrr

Interesting, given the shape, I'd expect them to...

Interesting, given the shape, I'd expect them to Ergo shifters. Were these used for TT bikes where the shifters were elsewhere?
04-22-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By romperrr

damn, i didn't need this temptation this morning,...

damn, i didn't need this temptation this morning, but then again, I am courting temptation by being on this forum! I'll resist, for now, as I just picked up a new project.
04-18-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,124
Posted By romperrr

1986/87 Melton (Skriven/Bishop) Handmade Road Bike - $600, Ann Arbor, MI

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/797276341848117/

Interesting story on this bike. Not sure how true it is, but is plausible from the little I know....
04-14-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful frame with nice details like the fast...

Beautiful frame with nice details like the fast back stays and vertical drop outs. GLWS
04-09-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,425
Posted By romperrr

interesting treatment of the seat stay, I've...

interesting treatment of the seat stay, I've never seen that before. Great to see it getting polished, it looks like a quality frame. Looking forward to your build.
04-03-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 41,663
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for sharing the Eurovelo page! I'm...

Thanks for sharing the Eurovelo page! I'm planning a bike tour of Europe myself and this is very helpful.
03-28-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,205
Posted By romperrr

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised...

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised that measuring CTT vs CTC would render a bike unridable, seems like a difference of a few centimeters at best. I guess it's good for you though. Enjoy...
03-26-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 680,806
Posted By romperrr

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I...

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I had no idea Trek even made 753 frames and I consider myself a fan of Treks! Do keep us updated on your plans, I'd love to see this bike refurbed and on...
03-22-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 341
Posted By romperrr

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great,...

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great, haven't seen a mountech RD with those graphics before. Would make a great round town bike.
03-21-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,429
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an...

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an Italian city bike project I've neglected. Once I get it presentable, I'll post in this thread.
03-20-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 877
Posted By romperrr

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm...

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm interested for my own records. robertj298
03-15-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,234
Posted By romperrr

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever...

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever bought this frame... could you considering selling it to yours truly?
03-14-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,454
Posted By romperrr

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks...

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks fixable.
03-13-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 409
Posted By romperrr

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I...

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I haven't tried those bar before but they look interesting.
03-08-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 53,668
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet...

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet to try my hand at bag making and I'll certainly be referencing your post when I do!
03-08-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 332
Posted By romperrr

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's...

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's a beautiful, made in USA, CF frame!
03-07-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,386
Posted By romperrr

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks...

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
03-07-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 628
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS
03-05-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 823
Posted By romperrr

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you...

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you already have a headset and bottom bracket, if there are any threading issues (I don't think AD used anything besides ISO, but I've been wrong before!)...
03-05-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 509
Posted By romperrr

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b...

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b Paramounts, I agree it does make since for smaller frames. Anyone around here have a 26inch/650b Paramount?
03-02-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,051
Posted By romperrr

I need to know more about this bike, please.

I need to know more about this bike, please.
03-02-24, 02:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,262
Posted By romperrr

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an...

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an interesting one, certainly don't see many people putting stem shifters on paramounts! I appreciate that they'll be schwinn approved and I'm pleased it...
03-01-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By romperrr

seems to me like a great price on some excellent...

seems to me like a great price on some excellent wheels. GLWS
02-27-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 351
Posted By romperrr

Your meticulous records are certainly...

Your meticulous records are certainly appreciated, thanks Jim!
02-26-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,488
Posted By romperrr

You can't tease us with that statement without a...

You can't tease us with that statement without a picture of the bike....
02-23-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,062
Posted By romperrr

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest...

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest it was a blast. I really enjoyed meeting members whom I've only know digitally for years. It was lovely to be in a room with all those lovely bikes...
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