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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Sadly the brifters take the bike for a fun...

Sadly the brifters take the bike for a fun occasional rider for me to a bike I enjoy riding everyday. I have massive hands and the old style bars and hoods just don't work for me. I already have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 06:31 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Of course just when I finish building up all my...

Of course just when I finish building up all my "rider" bikes, another bike that has been on my radar pops up on eBay. The asking price was low, but decided to make an offer at a price I couldn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 06:23 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Not sure if this one should get posted here first...

Not sure if this one should get posted here first or over on the "retro roadies" thread. Gotta go with my Ironman friends first. After searching for what seems like forever and twice trying to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-06-17, 06:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,318
Posted By btpdragon

x3. I had one when I had a house with more space....

x3. I had one when I had a house with more space. Amazing machine, great workout, and will hold it's value. I sold mine for not much less than I purchased it for. At that was after 4 years of decent...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-06-17, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,101
Posted By btpdragon

I have a newer set of these on my CAAD9 and I...

I have a newer set of these on my CAAD9 and I have ridden them at my heaviest of 365lbs with no problems at all. Although I am very mindful of bumps, holes, and cracks etc on my rides. That's more of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-17, 11:35 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Schwinn Prologue? ...

Schwinn Prologue?

http://www.trfindley.com/flschwinn_1981_1990/1989_Ltwt_03.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-16, 09:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,868
Posted By btpdragon

I have a coupe of these and really like them....

I have a coupe of these and really like them. They are small, look nice, and work well when needed. Spin Doctor Rescue HP Mini Pump...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-16, 12:54 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 8,834
Posted By btpdragon

Got mine yesterday and promptly wore it out on a...

Got mine yesterday and promptly wore it out on a ride. Fit great and I was really please with it all around. I'll have to look at aerotech for future purchases.

Thanks for setting all of this up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-16, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

I run 5800 on several bikes including an ironman...

I run 5800 on several bikes including an ironman and a Cannondale CAAD9. The groupset is just plain awesome. No experience with the Campy stuff, but you would likely not be disappointed with 5800....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Saw this one on Ebay today. Lots to touch-up for...

Saw this one on Ebay today. Lots to touch-up for sure.

Vintage Centurion Ironman Road Bike Frame Set 57x61cm Large Tange Steel | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/401146160567)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-16, 09:51 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Oh they are all keepers. The only one I have set...

Oh they are all keepers. The only one I have set free back into the wild is one that was too small for me. I tried and tried to convince myself that it could work, but it was just too small. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-16, 06:35 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

I keep telling myself I don't need another...

I keep telling myself I don't need another Ironman, but they keep following me home. Luckily this guy was close to me and I had my offer in before you posted this. I'll post up some pics later, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,640
Posted By btpdragon

I have never seen 5800 under $340 or 6800 under...

I have never seen 5800 under $340 or 6800 under $540. Luckily I don't have a need for a group right now or the funds to even buy them at these crazy prices. Got the email today and thought some of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-16, 11:40 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,640
Posted By btpdragon

Just a heads up for anyone looking to pickup a...

Just a heads up for anyone looking to pickup a new groupset for a retro roadie. Ribble has them on sale until later today with a discount code. 105 5800 is about $305 shipped and ultegra 6800 is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-23-16, 06:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,753
Posted By btpdragon

Performance Ultras X3!! Best bib I have found in...

Performance Ultras X3!! Best bib I have found in XXXL. Have seen them as cheap as $49. Anything close to $50 is a steal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-16, 12:28 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Emails sent several times since it was listed...

Emails sent several times since it was listed with no response from seller. If I hear anything or get to see this one, I'll post my findings.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-08-16, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,651
Posted By btpdragon

He is a very good friend who begrudgingly agreed...

He is a very good friend who begrudgingly agreed to complete some triathlons with me. He raced a few on a Costco "Cadillac" hybrid bike. I felt bad for dragging him out to races when he did not have...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-08-16, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,651
Posted By btpdragon

Email sent. Not too far from me in the OC and I...

Email sent. Not too far from me in the OC and I am always interested in something this nice in my size. Had one with the same color combo before, but gave that one to a friend who needed a bike. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-15, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

I am still riding the 85 I bought from you and...

I am still riding the 85 I bought from you and built up with 105 5800.
http://i811.photobucket.com/albums/zz35/btpdragon/f16a8601-766b-429b-bcf2-8237bd4b425b_zpsjibga20h.jpg

You had modified...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-15, 05:49 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

This one languished on the local CL for months. ...

This one languished on the local CL for months. I decided to finally pull the trigger and picked it up for very cheap. The paint is beat! Scratches and chips abound. He also used paint remover to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-15, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Oh WOW!! Love that color scheme. Looks larger...

Oh WOW!! Love that color scheme. Looks larger than a 58cm. Mayhaps its my size.....a 62cm? Since it is already butchered, it might be a great candidate for the 105 10 speed group I have sitting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-15, 08:43 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

I am definitely in for one. That is as long as...

I am definitely in for one. That is as long as they come in extra big guy size too.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-26-15, 11:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,449
Posted By btpdragon

I am currently around 360lbs and right now and...

I am currently around 360lbs and right now and have very minimal pain caused by the bike even after 20+ miles. Took me a while to dial in the fit on my bikes and find a saddle that works. Sounds...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-15, 12:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,897
Posted By btpdragon

Worked for this guy ...

Worked for this guy

http://i811.photobucket.com/albums/zz35/btpdragon/centurion-ironam-ad-1987-touched_zpsb4p2ldbn.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-15, 08:08 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

I search everyday for one of these Ironman...

I search everyday for one of these Ironman Carbon in 62cm or 64cm. Some day one will come my way.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-15, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,640
Posted By btpdragon

Finally got around to finishing the update on my...

Finally got around to finishing the update on my Centurion Cinelli Project. Gone is the Shimano 600. Not happy with the current stem/bars, but the Nitto noodle bars I had somehow got bent in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-15, 02:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,462
Posted By btpdragon

Another vote for the HPX size 4 Here is my...

Another vote for the HPX size 4

Here is my ironman with the HPX on a size 62cm frame

http://i811.photobucket.com/albums/zz35/btpdragon/f16a8601-766b-429b-bcf2-8237bd4b425b_zpsjibga20h.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-15, 08:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,024
Posted By btpdragon

Where in the OC are you located? There are...

Where in the OC are you located? There are always great deals popping up on craigslist. As stated above, know your size and have money to go right away! I have scored amazing deals by replying and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-15, 01:22 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 36,402
Posted By btpdragon

I heard it was to avoid references to Spinal Tap...

I heard it was to avoid references to Spinal Tap https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xgx4k83zzc
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-15, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,968
Posted By btpdragon

This is the best option, but they are hard to...

This is the best option, but they are hard to find and pricey.Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-15, 07:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,159
Posted By btpdragon

This might be the best place to start ...

This might be the best place to start

www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/677166-facilitators-thread-post-here-if-you-re-willing-able.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-15, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,605
Posted By btpdragon

My vote is for the Edge 500. It just plain...

My vote is for the Edge 500. It just plain works. Haven't had a problem in the 5 years I have been using one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-15, 09:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,960
Posted By btpdragon

Those ebay ones are the set you need. All the...

Those ebay ones are the set you need. All the others wont fit right. The AGC 250 hoods don't slope back in the front. Like the 251 or 287 hoods. I have a pair of aftermarket A'me hoods that I run...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-15, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,640
Posted By btpdragon

It took me a few months and 1 exploded rear...

It took me a few months and 1 exploded rear derailleur, but I was finally able to get this beauty out for a ride today. Early Centurion Ironman frame I picked up from rccardr...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-27-14, 10:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,391
Posted By btpdragon

I always figured it was a way to get around...

I always figured it was a way to get around paying final value fees when shipping price is included. Shipping might be figured out after the sale. Not sure if that is a violation of ebay policies,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-14, 04:41 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Oh my that is a thing of beauty. How have I not...

Oh my that is a thing of beauty. How have I not seen the ad before? Ultimately I am looking for a really good Miami Vice frame in my size to do a modern Shimano 5800 105 upgrade on. I was going to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-14, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,531
Posted By btpdragon

Here is my Ironman in it's natural habitat. ...

Here is my Ironman in it's natural habitat. Sadly I have had to accept the fact that it is just too small for me. With the seat post and stem maxed out, 60cm is still too small. I have been riding...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-14, 10:22 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,171,267
Posted By btpdragon

Saw this one today.centurion/ cinelli project...

Saw this one today.centurion/ cinelli project (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bik/4507481195.html)

centurion/ cinelli project - $500 (hermosa...
Forum: Triathlon
04-16-14, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,724
Posted By btpdragon

They always have them on bikes direct. Save...

They always have them on bikes direct.
Save Thousands Off New Kestrel K 4000 PRO SL with Shimano Ultegra 2012 Triathlon bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-14, 10:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 38,157
Posted By btpdragon

I don't know. I wrote them off when they decided...

I don't know. I wrote them off when they decided to sponsor this guy http://i811.photobucket.com/albums/zz35/btpdragon/BartTaylor_zpscd524d1d.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-17-14, 05:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,803
Posted By btpdragon

What size are you looking for? They pop up all...

What size are you looking for? They pop up all the time in my craigslist auto searches. I only look for the larger frames for myself. Are you looking for this specific year/color? I am in OC and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-15-14, 12:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,803
Posted By btpdragon

Here is a pic of the receipt. Looks like it was...

Here is a pic of the receipt. Looks like it was a base price of $419.99 on 7-6-1988. $445.19 out the door. I believe it was purchased at the 2-Wheel Transit Authority in Fountain Valley, CA. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-14-14, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,803
Posted By btpdragon

I'll grab the manual with receipt when I get done...

I'll grab the manual with receipt when I get done with work. I want to say it was $445 back when he bought the bike in 1988.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-14-14, 06:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,803
Posted By btpdragon

I didn't want to respond and jinx my purchase,...

I didn't want to respond and jinx my purchase, but I bought this bike. I got a little worried when this thread popped up. I had already put in my best offer just under $150. Took them 3 days to get...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-13, 05:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,851
Posted By btpdragon

I am 6'4" and currently at 340lbs. For 2014 I...

I am 6'4" and currently at 340lbs. For 2014 I want to lose 75lbs+. I would really like to lose 40-50lbs by June for the Alcatraz swim and 75lbs by late September for the TriRock San Diego race. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-13, 09:43 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 9,111
Posted By btpdragon

Got mine in the mail today. Looks great!! ...

Got mine in the mail today. Looks great!! Thanks for the quick shipping and setting this whole thing up. I'll keep an eye out for the next round.
Forum: Triathlon
09-28-13, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,479
Posted By btpdragon

When I started I went with the sleeveless. I...

When I started I went with the sleeveless. I thought as a swimmer I would like having the freedom of movement and the feel of the water on my arms. It was fine until I tried the full suit. There was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-13, 10:52 PM
Replies: 864
Views: 311,895
Posted By btpdragon

I decided to up and join the Miyata cult today. ...

I decided to up and join the Miyata cult today. I picked up this 1982 Miyata Pro. In amazing shape. A few decal scratches and a little surface rust on some bolts/components. Bought it from the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-13, 09:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,329
Posted By btpdragon

Listed again on craigslist for $1500...

Listed again on craigslist for $1500 http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/bik/4060416453.html
vintage campagnolo neutrel support roof rack! - $1500 (sherman...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-13, 11:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,037
Posted By btpdragon

Sounds like build it with what I have and ride is...

Sounds like build it with what I have and ride is the best option. Going to take a few months, but I'll post pics when the build is done. Frame is my size. I cannot bring myself to buy something...
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