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Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-12, 06:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,006
Posted By mcarter

Geometry for 1999 Bianchi Osprey

I am interested in a 99 Bianchi Osprey FS bike on ebay. The owner says that the distance from center of the crank to the top of the seatpost is 17 but the sizes on BikePedia are 16, 18, 19. I want to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-12, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2,264
Views: 778,429
Posted By mcarter

I tried this once and didn't find anything but...

I tried this once and didn't find anything but hope springs eternal. I have a 91 Bianchi Ibex mb in the 21.5 inch size that's too big (I'm 5'9" with a 32" inseam). I need a 17.5 or a 19.5 in a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-12, 10:43 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,798
Posted By mcarter

Mine's a 2005 Bianchi Imola with Campy Centaur. I...

Mine's a 2005 Bianchi Imola with Campy Centaur. I just upgraded the bars to Deda Newton, stem and seatpost to Deda Zero, white bar tape, and Fizik Antares saddle. Waiting on some new Vittoria Rubino...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-12, 06:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,339
Posted By mcarter

That one made me laugh! :)

That one made me laugh! :)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-12, 06:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,339
Posted By mcarter

Thanks for all the responses. What I'm seeing...

Thanks for all the responses. What I'm seeing isn't so much about brand as much as it is techniques which I'm always open to. I went ahead and bought a pair of the Vittoria Rubino Pro Slicks, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-12, 08:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,339
Posted By mcarter

Thanks! I never even heard of the Bead Jack but...

Thanks! I never even heard of the Bead Jack but it sure looks slick. I wondered if the Campy rims might be the problem. I bought them new and this is the only set of tires I've had on them. I guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-12, 08:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,339
Posted By mcarter

Best/Easiest Tire to Mount? Replacing Vittoria Zaffiro Pros

I'm about due for some new tires and I wanted to get some suggestions. I currently run Vittoria Zaffiro Pro 700 x 23c on Campy Scirrocco wheels and they were the hardest to mount tire I have ever...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-12, 06:10 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,507
Posted By mcarter

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-12, 06:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,507
Posted By mcarter

I did some spin classes and I think they're ok....

I did some spin classes and I think they're ok. They improved my cardio quite a bit. The only recurring problem that I had was that my legs felt dead when I would get on my road bike the next day or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-12, 07:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,780
Posted By mcarter

You know what's really funny? I just checked a...

You know what's really funny? I just checked a 1987 Bianchi catalog and it specifies a Sport SX with a 17 and a half inch frame with a 24 inch front wheel! Always something to learn in cycling!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-12, 07:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,780
Posted By mcarter

This is Interesting! Bianchi Sport SX

I ran across this on Ebay this morning. Found it too humorous not to share it.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-12, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,502
Posted By mcarter

I've had em too small and too big. The common...

I've had em too small and too big. The common thread in all this is that I always looked for a frame that was just my size (54-56 cm). I did switch all my components from one bike to a right size...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-12, 07:58 PM
Replies: 505
Views: 153,186
Posted By mcarter

Here's another Bianchi Imola! This one's a 2005...

Here's another Bianchi Imola! This one's a 2005 with a full Campy Centaur group. Also have a 93 Bianchi Alfana with Shimano 600.240310240313
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-12, 03:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,830
Posted By mcarter

There are some real experts on here that can help...

There are some real experts on here that can help but the cable guides do point to the 80s...it appears to be a touring frame with the longer chain stays. The lugs look right for a Bianchi.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 07:40 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,249
Posted By mcarter

Exactly my thought. It would look good too.

Exactly my thought. It would look good too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-12, 07:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,932
Posted By mcarter

Great bike! You got a good deal on it too. I see...

Great bike! You got a good deal on it too. I see it time and time again; people who ride these steel frame Bianchis get hooked! Enjoy it!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,408,896
Posted By mcarter

Here's my newer (05) steel Bianchi...

Here's my newer (05) steel Bianchi Imola237342237343237344...Campy Centaur 10 speed group, Scirocco wheelset, Selle Italia Flite Gel Flow saddle, Look Classics.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-12, 08:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,015
Posted By mcarter

This makes me appreciate my LBS all the more. The...

This makes me appreciate my LBS all the more. The first time I asked about putting a frame and parts together they simply said, "Bring it it!" I do a lot of my own work since then but they do bail me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-12, 01:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,702
Posted By mcarter

Love it! I'm a brifter guy but I really like...

Love it! I'm a brifter guy but I really like about those 10 speed DA downtube shifters. Had to edit my post...thought they were 9 speeds at first.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-12, 11:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,435
Posted By mcarter

Now that's cruel! :)

Now that's cruel! :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-12, 07:56 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 41,149
Posted By mcarter

+1 :)237039

+1 :)237039
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-12, 04:25 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

As mint as that group is it would definitely be...

As mint as that group is it would definitely be worth some decals and a new paint job! Either way it will be a great bike. Enjoy it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-12, 12:55 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

That's what I love about this forum...learn new...

That's what I love about this forum...learn new stuff all the time!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-12, 11:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By mcarter

I think its a good deal. The paint looks good. It...

I think its a good deal. The paint looks good. It seems to be a late 90's but there are folks here better at this than I am. I bought an early 90's Alfana for a hundred and Bianchi frame/forks on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-12, 07:03 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

That is one clean group! That's the 7...

That is one clean group! That's the 7 speed...visibly, the front derailleur and the brake calipers are different from the 8 speed. I can't tell any difference between the 6400 and 6401 rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-12, 11:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

Did you respace your cassette or run it as is? I...

Did you respace your cassette or run it as is? I had an RX100 setup that I did the respacing on the 7 speed cassette. Just interested to see how you set yours.

The 600 Tricolor is a really good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

T-Mar the timeline for the 600 series is great. I...

T-Mar the timeline for the 600 series is great. I wish I had found this when I was putting my gruppo together by trial and error.



The good news is that on the C&V forum everyone knows who this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-12, 07:53 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

Definitely learn something new at every turn with...

Definitely learn something new at every turn with this stuff!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,126,753
Posted By mcarter

I"ll see if I can get a scan for you in a day or...

I"ll see if I can get a scan for you in a day or so. I like the geometry of your Peregrine...I like the color combination too! That one is nicer than the Ibex...it was second to the Grizzly. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 954
Posted By mcarter

The 54 would be perfect for me and I would like...

The 54 would be perfect for me and I would like to have an original vintage bike but my wife would kill me if I bought it now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,126,753
Posted By mcarter

I had always ridden road bikes and never gave...

I had always ridden road bikes and never gave mountain bikes a thought. A lot of my friends ride mtbs though so I got this one to be able to ride with them. I'm hooked! It's the most comfortable bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,290
Posted By mcarter

Great bike!

Great bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 12:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,238
Posted By mcarter

I've been interested in this thread...I've had...

I've been interested in this thread...I've had the old 8 speed 105 sti which was a great group. I now have a full campy mirage 9 speed that I have never installed on a bike. My main bike has a full...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-12, 07:14 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

Exactly right. I think the 6401 ended in 98 and...

Exactly right. I think the 6401 ended in 98 and 600 Ultegra became Ultegra and went to 9 speed.



I have a 6401 series on one of my bikes and it was a pain to keep everything straight. I think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 113,091
Posted By mcarter

Yeah...I believe the 7 speeds were 600...

Yeah...I believe the 7 speeds were 600 Ultegra--6400 series. I have an 8 speed group on one of my bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-12, 01:41 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,126,753
Posted By mcarter

Here's my 91 Bianchi Ibex. Suntour XCE cranks, X1...

Here's my 91 Bianchi Ibex. Suntour XCE cranks, X1 rear derailleur, top pull fd, Suntour Xpress 7 speed shifters, Dia Compte brakes. The guy I bought it from even gave me a 91 Bianchi catalog with it!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-12, 07:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 33,334
Posted By mcarter

You can do anything you need with 130mm spacing.

You can do anything you need with 130mm spacing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-12, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,877
Posted By mcarter

I've got a set on my second bike...I usually ride...

I've got a set on my second bike...I usually ride this bike about 300 miles a year. This is the third year for these tires...not a problem. These have the grey stripe around the outside. Don't know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-12, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Love that bike! The Max frame is awesome.

Love that bike! The Max frame is awesome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Bianchigirll...I think you should post your Mega...

Bianchigirll...I think you should post your Mega Tube on here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-12, 05:43 AM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

I could not agree more! Like you guys read my...

I could not agree more! Like you guys read my mind. I have a complete Campy Mirage 9 speed with a compact crank but they are black and for a future build. This Shimano set I got cheap except I had to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-12, 05:38 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,025
Posted By mcarter

I never even leave my bikes in the front yard...

I never even leave my bikes in the front yard unattended.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Thanks for the help with this, Bianchigirll! You...

Thanks for the help with this, Bianchigirll! You rock!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 08:16 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Thanks! I almost hate to admit that it is a Giant...

Thanks! I almost hate to admit that it is a Giant aero carbon from about 2000. I wanted a threadless carbon fork so I used it. I was able to match the paint and clear coat it. It came out looking...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 05:14 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

I thought I would put this on here...its my...

I thought I would put this on here...its my second bike...235764 Its got a full Shimano 600 group, Selcof seatpost, Selle Italia SLK, Mavic CXP 30s, 3T Mutant stem.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 04:32 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Yes. They really set off an already beautiful...

Yes. They really set off an already beautiful bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,167
Posted By mcarter

Also Cateye Astrale 8 cycling computer. Great...

Also Cateye Astrale 8 cycling computer. Great condition have everything except the cadence magnet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,167
Posted By mcarter

Have: Suntour Top pull clamp on front derailleur...

Have: Suntour Top pull clamp on front derailleur from mountain bike 28.6 (excellent condition)
Shimano 600 Ultegra braze on front derailleur (good condition)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,225
Posted By mcarter

I must admit that I've never thought much about...

I must admit that I've never thought much about leather saddles until seeing this.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 01:28 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,054
Posted By mcarter

Auchen...that's awesome.

Auchen...that's awesome.
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