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04-19-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 15,758
Posted By iab

Parts! Finally pulled the trigger. ...

Parts! Finally pulled the trigger.

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04-18-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,415
Posted By iab

Sounds like a proper cleaning and perhaps winding...

Sounds like a proper cleaning and perhaps winding up the cage spring a notch should fix your ails. I find GS to be quite smooth, just a bit limited on gearing and having the the typical Campagnolo...
04-18-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,415
Posted By iab

What's the problem?

What's the problem?
04-15-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

Aldus Freehand. That's a blast from the past. I...

Aldus Freehand. That's a blast from the past. I did use it for a while, but I already knew the keyboard commands for Illustrator and never did a switch.
04-15-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

I was referring to head tube and seat tube...

I was referring to head tube and seat tube decals. Sorry.
04-15-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By iab

FBM purchases shipped from Italy - 2 frames, hub,...

FBM purchases shipped from Italy - 2 frames, hub, rims. No problems whatsoever. Then again, I'm fully aware I could be throwing away money. But I collect vintage bikes. I have been throwing away...
04-15-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 562
Posted By iab

Actually, most silver things are anodized with...

Actually, most silver things are anodized with clear.
04-15-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

By the way, you can see in the above example, the...

By the way, you can see in the above example, the decal was not placed square. Slightly twisted. Off center is quite common too.
04-15-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

Generally, the designer figures it out. In most...

Generally, the designer figures it out. In most cases, the wrap is minimal and the "warp" is also minimal. In the example below, the flat image of the "wrap" is 19.5mm. As you can see in the other...
04-15-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

No additional stock. He bought it all, no more...

No additional stock. He bought it all, no more to get. Only fools like me asking for it, but it will end some day.

I was there Friday, had the nickel tour. Had a grand time talking shop. The...
04-15-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 360
Posted By iab

As unworthy1 wrote, Adobe Illustrator. Varnish...

As unworthy1 wrote, Adobe Illustrator. Varnish slide is available through SSSInk. SSSInk is screen print. Most everyone else is digital. I have been using Illustrator for 30+ years, I do my own...
04-15-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,725
Posted By iab

Sorry, no. I went fully digital in 1986 and...

Sorry, no. I went fully digital in 1986 and haven't looked back.
04-14-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 11,896
Posted By iab

Nope. Pinky is gone, but I acquired new...

Nope.
Pinky is gone, but I acquired new pinky. Even swap.
04-10-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,629
Posted By iab

St. Christopher. Keeps me safe. ...

St. Christopher. Keeps me safe.

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04-10-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 11,896
Posted By iab

3 gone. ...

3 gone.

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04-09-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,844
Posted By iab

Yup. Same here, at least old fat and stupid...

Yup. Same here, at least old fat and stupid part. I have all three, and 165s, can feel a slight difference but after a few miles I'm used to whatever under me. I ain't no princess.
04-08-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Barrel stamped Rola, cage branded F for Frejus....

Barrel stamped Rola, cage branded F for Frejus. Signior Ghelfi apparently mixed and matched.
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04-04-24, 05:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,725
Posted By iab

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04-03-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 322
Posted By iab

Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather,...

Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass (http://velominati.com/content/Reader%20Galleries/21308512876/training.jpg). Period.
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04-01-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,792
Posted By iab

And never rode a 42. :)

And never rode a 42. :)
04-01-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Way Assauto ...

Way Assauto

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04-01-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Sheffield 960 ...

Sheffield 960

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04-01-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,792
Posted By iab

Bartali and Coppi are rolling in their graves....

Bartali and Coppi are rolling in their graves. 42s are for city bikes, to ride to church in your Sunday best. Anything below 49 is embarrassing, 45 is tolerated. Any cog larger than 22 is for small...
04-01-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,113
Posted By iab

Gaspipe Torpado. ...

Gaspipe Torpado.

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Does nickel-plating count? 1939 Paglianti.
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04-01-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 681
Posted By iab

Am I allowed more than 1 entry in 1 category?

Am I allowed more than 1 entry in 1 category?
03-31-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

I have never used them, but I believe the act of...

I have never used them, but I believe the act of clipping out is akin to an easter miracle. I'll let those in the know chime in.
03-30-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,802
Posted By iab

^^^^^^^^^^^ Most modern stuff does little...

^^^^^^^^^^^

Most modern stuff does little for me, but those Sheriff Stars are the clear exception.
03-28-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 205
Posted By iab

Maybe an Olivetti instead? ...

Maybe an Olivetti instead?

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03-28-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,769
Views: 240,277
Posted By iab

Maybe you can hire ...

Maybe you can hire ...
03-28-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,802
Posted By iab

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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03-25-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,919
Posted By iab

I don't believe you. No one gives a crap what...

I don't believe you. No one gives a crap what you do to your bike.
03-25-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 315
Posted By iab

I had something similar. ...

I had something similar.


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03-24-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,792
Posted By iab

There were rules in 1997? As best I know, just...

There were rules in 1997? As best I know, just started as a bunch of people riding old bikes in 1997 in the spirit of Bartali and Coppi. And in reality the rules are easy. Lugged steel, no clicky...
03-24-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Provide "grip". Just another in a long line of...

Provide "grip". Just another in a long line of bicycle marketing claims.
03-24-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,792
Posted By iab

Oooooo.... A complain about Eroica rules thread....

Oooooo.... A complain about Eroica rules thread. Haven't had one of those for days.
03-24-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Could be Sheffield, but other companies made...

Could be Sheffield, but other companies made pedals with the felt inserts.

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03-23-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,523
Posted By iab

Do you have a good method for mold inhibition? ...

Do you have a good method for mold inhibition? The brush-on inhibitor I bought didn't work. I also don't like the quality of the tin-cured silicone molds, i prefer the platinum-cured silicone.
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03-23-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Ucco Torino ...

Ucco Torino

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03-23-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,523
Posted By iab

Yes. Quite nicely.

Yes. Quite nicely.
03-22-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

Sheffield goodness. ...

Sheffield goodness.

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03-20-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 19,659
Posted By iab

I haven't a clue. There is a test that can be...

I haven't a clue. There is a test that can be done. Bring a hood at the end of April.
03-20-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 19,659
Posted By iab

I learned more about that. Some rubbers have...

I learned more about that. Some rubbers have sulfur content and that inhibits the curing of platinum-cure silicone, the good stuff. There are tin-cured silicones that work with the sulfur-rubber,...
03-20-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

The top one, Surefoot? I like it, what do you...

The top one, Surefoot? I like it, what do you know about it.
03-19-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

A couple Frejus-branded pedals. ...

A couple Frejus-branded pedals.

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03-19-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

To quote Paris Hilton, that's hot.

To quote Paris Hilton, that's hot.
03-18-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 177
Posted By iab

Fine for me. Clear your cache.

Fine for me. Clear your cache.
03-18-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,437
Posted By iab

I have a pedal fetish

I'll show you mine if you show me yours.

Second runner up, all-time favorite pedal - Wippermann
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Replies: 11
Views: 499
Posted By iab

While probably a Cinelli, not an SC. Wrong seat...

While probably a Cinelli, not an SC. Wrong seat cluster, no serial number on the BB. Sorry, I don't know which model. They made "interesting" stuff in the lates 80s through the 90s.
03-17-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 337
Posted By iab

I was on Mark Campbell's Cordorino site. He...

I was on Mark Campbell's Cordorino site. He seems to believe the last two digits on what's stamped on the back of the right freewheel (254) is a date. So made in 1954.
03-17-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 337
Posted By iab

I was able to remove the outer 2 cogs on the...

I was able to remove the outer 2 cogs on the right freewheel. Not easy. Left handed, as expected. The middle cog was the same threading, diameter and left handed, but couldn't get it off. That...
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