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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-08-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

Thanks. I'm really happy the way it came out....

Thanks. I'm really happy the way it came out....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 07:34 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,775
Posted By crobertrose

Found a 1976 Grand Prix a few months ago and...

Found a 1976 Grand Prix a few months ago and totally rebuilt. Almost all original components except; tires, tubes, cables/housings, chain (couldn't find right size replacement rivet to reuse...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-06-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

FInished the project a couple of months ago....

FInished the project a couple of months ago. Here's a few finished pictures just for fun.......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-13-22, 07:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

Good point. The ferrules are "aged" looking...

Good point. The ferrules are "aged" looking too.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-06-22, 07:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

I'll give that a try. Have tried some other mild...

I'll give that a try. Have tried some other mild non abrasive cleaners to no avail.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-06-22, 06:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

So what do you think about leaving original cable...

So what do you think about leaving original cable housings and handlebar wrap?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-06-22, 06:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

Serial Number

I did find the serial number and it is a 1976 model after all. Frame built in September 1976 according to serial number. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-06-22, 04:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,412
Posted By crobertrose

1977 Raleigh Grand Prix

Hello all! I couldn't pass up buying this Raleigh last December as it was in such good shape. Only have a few "before" pictures - I always forget. I can't stress what great shape this bike is in....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-20, 01:59 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 17,378
Posted By crobertrose

The gravel bike

I ride a 2018 gravel bike with 25mm tires (to help with speed) with typical gravel bike size front rings (2) and cassette (11 gears). I also ride a 1988 Bridgetsone road bike 14 speed with 52/39...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-20, 04:16 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 20,830
Posted By crobertrose

Quirky things...

I do the same....wipe my rolling front tire with my gloved hand. Use a water bottle to wipe the rear tire.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-20, 02:50 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,776
Posted By crobertrose

Routes Ridden

I too ride routes based on how many miles I want to get in. That means I ride a lot of the same routes. It's all good. Still feels good and never boring.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-20, 07:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,104
Posted By crobertrose

1988 Bridgestone RB-2

Love Bridgestones!!!! Literally just finished a complete rebuild of my RB2 tonight. I found a "new to me" Shimano 600 Ultegra groupset to finish the upgrade I started many years ago. I decided to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-19, 12:12 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 31,500
Posted By crobertrose

Love them or you don't

I have 3 C&V bikes. My experience is you either love them and working on them or you don't..... I do and just started a rebuild of my 1978 Peugeot that I rode in Germany while in the Army. It was...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-11-19, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 130,279
Posted By crobertrose

1991 Trek 830 Headset

Not sure this is the right forum to ask but I'm looking to find a headset for a 1991 Trek 830 MTB. Mine stripped last summer after many years of great riding. It measures 5-7/16" from the top of the...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-07-19, 06:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,407
Posted By crobertrose

PSA's are way down now. I remain positive and...

PSA's are way down now. I remain positive and follow the Doc's order
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-02-19, 04:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,407
Posted By crobertrose

PSA's that have been as high as 23, 2x's a year...

PSA's that have been as high as 23, 2x's a year testing and 4 biopsies, 3 MRI's and a boat load of exams and no cancer yet. Father had it so the odds are not in my favor. Started riding again after...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-19, 01:10 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,779
Posted By crobertrose

Cyclist or not?!

Saw this "article" online. More clickbait
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-19, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 672,661
Posted By crobertrose

Thanks, I’ll post it

Thanks, I’ll post it
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-19, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 672,661
Posted By crobertrose

1990 Trek 830 Antelope

Not sure this is right place but I'm looking for a used front fork for my 830. Threads stripped last summer and do not want to junk this bike. Too many miles and memories! Appreciate any suggestions.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-28-19, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 512,730
Posted By crobertrose

Riding Again

I'm 61. Rode serious miles on road bike during warm months and mountain bike in winter to stay in shape. Life happened and stopped riding for 26 years. Last year I finally started riding again. First...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-19, 03:46 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,366
Posted By crobertrose

Working on it Meziac

Working on it Meziac
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-19, 01:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 15,978
Posted By crobertrose

Wax or no wax

Dipping in hot wax. Stays cleaner longer for me.
Forum: Touring
03-04-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,641
Posted By crobertrose

Yes to tents

I like having the option to NOT use the tent on occasion but more often than not I sleep in the tent. Bugs, dew, rain, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-19, 01:44 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,366
Posted By crobertrose

1988 Bridgestone RB-2

You'll have to imagine my 1988 RB-2. I restored it last summer and began riding again. I don't have enough posts yet so I can't upload.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-10-18, 02:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,083
Posted By crobertrose

Lean more

Yep, I have to lean the bike more than in the past. Its still all good but took some getting used to at first. Different body motions.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-18, 06:16 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 44,299
Posted By crobertrose

New thread for rebuild

Thanks for the reply and suggestion. I think I’ll start the new thread!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-18, 05:38 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 44,299
Posted By crobertrose

Rb2

I bought an RB2 in 1988. Rode it a lot for many years and then life, kids, etc hit. Stopped riding but kept the bike for all since. I’ve started rebuilding and need a crankshaft. The original is...
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