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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,753
Posted By Writenride

In 2009, I got my Panasonic demountable Touring...

In 2009, I got my Panasonic demountable Touring Bike from Yellow Jersey (Arlington, WI). The bike was made with Tange Prestige tubing. Here’s an old photo of it.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,714
Posted By Writenride

That’s really clean, man, Herman Miller Eames to...

That’s really clean, man, Herman Miller Eames to lie back and admire your day? I bet you have a cool sound system, too. Play records much?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,714
Posted By Writenride

I think I can smell that place from here! Is that...

I think I can smell that place from here! Is that medicinal?

No, seriously, where are your bikes stored?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,714
Posted By Writenride

Okay. You win. Frankly, a lot of us wish we...

Okay. You win.

Frankly, a lot of us wish we could have the impressive space like this. Wow.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-06-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 286
Posted By Writenride

Looking for Bates Cantiflex and Diadrant tubing

Hi,

I am looking for some Reynolds drawn 531 Tubing for Bates Cantiflex and Diadrant forks. Do you have any suggestions who has some to sell?

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,714
Posted By Writenride

Bike collection display and workshop ideas

Hey there.

I am sure many of you had experienced this unique problem from time to time. I am moving my bicycle collection and parts out of storage into my house, and I am having some technical...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,112
Posted By Writenride

Stephen Bilenky sent a pic to me of this one. ...

Stephen Bilenky sent a pic to me of this one.

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Ohh, shiny!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,433
Posted By Writenride

Ok, I’ve never heard of a “Death” pedal before....

Ok, I’ve never heard of a “Death” pedal before. Death to exposed shins?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,112
Posted By Writenride

Tall!

Tall!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,112
Posted By Writenride

Looking for Chrome Road Bike Ideas

Hi, I am looking for some ideas on Chrome bikes. Got any?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 12:20 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,433
Posted By Writenride

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The legendary Shimano DX pedal. Always influential,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,433
Posted By Writenride

Can we ask for more please? This is real cool!

Can we ask for more please? This is real cool!
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-01-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,583,390
Posted By Writenride

It’s 26 inch. When I purchased the bike back in...

It’s 26 inch. When I purchased the bike back in 1997, it was $1500. I waited three months of paychecks to get it. Eventually, I used the Specialized as a touring bike, as well as a full on cross...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,528
Posted By Writenride

Hi, I am revitalizing an old thread here. ...

Hi, I am revitalizing an old thread here.

Most of my bikes are either road bikes, touring bikes or mountain bikes. I have approximately ten (10) as of 2023. I'm limited on space, and don't want my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,121,518
Posted By Writenride

It’s pretty easy. If I want a higher gear while...

It’s pretty easy. If I want a higher gear while using the derailleurs, I switch up, or if I need a much lower gear, I switch down to 1st. Otherwise, I leave it in 2nd gear and use the derailleurs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,121,518
Posted By Writenride

Here’s my Trek 930, done the “Sheldon Brown” way....

Here’s my Trek 930, done the “Sheldon Brown” way. Hope you don’t mind the afternoon Summer pictures.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

That is quite impressive. I’ve seen Llewelyn’s...

That is quite impressive. I’ve seen Llewelyn’s work for years, along with his enthusiasm toward steam engines via Flickr.

Since Columbus came out with the Cento tube set in correlation with their...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-23, 04:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

Let me guess, Llewellyn...

Let me guess, Llewellyn (http://www.llewellynbikes.com/)?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-23, 04:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

Pashley used to make this great light tourer...

Pashley used to make this great light tourer called the Clubman. Bike looked like a hand polished Rolls Royce.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-23, 04:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,939
Posted By Writenride

Since you asked... ...

Since you asked...
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This is Yellow Jersey. They're a full service bike shop....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 11:19 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

What kind of tubing did Kirk use? Gosh, it almost...

What kind of tubing did Kirk use? Gosh, it almost looks oversize, or maybe the color is playing with my eyes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 11:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

Dave Wages is a real artisan. He got started with...

Dave Wages is a real artisan. He got started with Ben Serotta, and later Waterford Precision Cycles, until he broke out on his own with Ellis. Good guy. Stainless steel lugs, and primarily builds...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 10:59 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

Brian Chapman is really, really good. He’s an...

Brian Chapman is really, really good. He’s an ex-BMX Freestyler turned framebuilder. His IG and Flickr accounts show exceptional work. Oh, and he’s cool to talk to.

Coast? I don’t know anything...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Writenride

Who makes traditional-type bicycles & bicycle frames (like Rivendell)?

Hi,

I know Rivendell gets talked about a lot, and if this is more appropriate for the Framebuilder's Forum, please move it. But I think like you, I'm more of a C&V guy and this may be an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 01:16 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

Talked to Richard Schwinn today. He said the...

Talked to Richard Schwinn today. He said the Waterford Farewell ride this coming Saturday, June 24th has 80 registered riders. Let’s see if we can make it a Cool 💯!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-23, 08:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

Grant Petersen says a few kind words about...

Grant Petersen says a few kind words about Richard and Marc of Waterford (https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/grant-petersens-blog/june).

As for me, Waterford was a mere 60 miles from my house. Just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-23, 10:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

Does anyone have any memorable Waterford stories?

Does anyone have any memorable Waterford stories?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 27,205
Posted By Writenride

I’ve loved Sedisport chains ever since my BMX...

I’ve loved Sedisport chains ever since my BMX days. When old bike shops were about to close, I used to ask about Sedis and Sedisport chains for my BMX and Freestyle bikes, and later mountain bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,195
Posted By Writenride

Just curious; does Riv still build custom...

Just curious; does Riv still build custom framesets?
Forum: Framebuilders
06-13-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,443
Posted By Writenride

I am just curious where customers will go for...

I am just curious where customers will go for their Paramount restorations and so on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-23, 07:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

Yes!

Yes!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 06:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

It was!

It was!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-23, 02:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Writenride

Show Off Your Waterfords & Paramounts, etc.

Hi,

I am sure this was already started, but since Richard Schwinn has decided to retire, and Waterford is closing their doors, let's celebrate by showing off our Waterfords, Paramounts, and other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,529
Posted By Writenride

Thought, I’d rev this thread up since Orange is...

Thought, I’d rev this thread up since Orange is The Fastest Color.https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2259_a14371eaa7dbd444abd157de5ab3065e18c5cec7.jpeg
Here’s my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 7,800
Views: 922,208
Posted By Writenride

Here is a fast and dirty picture of my 1984 Trek...

Here is a fast and dirty picture of my 1984 Trek 830 mountain bike in my kitchen; finally all complete.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7,800
Views: 922,208
Posted By Writenride

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

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Here’s a quick pic from the kitchen: This 1984 Trek 830 is almost done. I just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,235
Posted By Writenride

A long time ago, when my high school had shop...

A long time ago, when my high school had shop classes (those were fun, man!), we had some cans of Plastisol. I had some pliers which had plastic handles at one time. As I recall, it was a dip, and if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,235
Posted By Writenride

I remember there used to be a product called...

I remember there used to be a product called “Plastisol” which was a dip one could use for plier and screwdriver handles.

As for actual road brake lever sleeves or covers for the lever blades...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,235
Posted By Writenride

Road Brake Lever covers: are they made anymore?

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Hi, here's a scan from the 1986 Dia Compe catalog. On the top left they had a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 07:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

True. Oh, I didn't mention this before, but the...

True. Oh, I didn't mention this before, but the frame color is PPG 2214, which is a 1970 Ford Mustang Mach I color; Bright Yellow. Here's some pictures of the frameset when it was freshly painted at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

Well, considering the stem is black, I think...

Well, considering the stem is black, I think using black enamel on the seat post seems right. I also know "One Shot" makes a sign painting enamel that works quite well. The Sugino SP-KC seat pillar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 11:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

Yeah, but it’ll look cool. Lots of little Testors...

Yeah, but it’ll look cool. Lots of little Testors bottles and toothpicks, though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 10:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

I agree; I think I could make the post I have on...

I agree; I think I could make the post I have on this bike with black trim. Not sure if Sugino made a Black version of this post. But I am sure it’ll look cool. I’m open to suggestions.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 05:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

Most of the Yellow bikes I’ve seen were with...

Most of the Yellow bikes I’ve seen were with black trim. Sometimes red. I just thought for Springtime coming, Pink’ll give the bike more kick.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 12:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

Well, this was what I initially thought of… ...

Well, this was what I initially thought of…

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 946
Posted By Writenride

One Neat Nishiki

Just finished this Nishiki with a little help from Ben’s Cycle (https://www.benscycle.com/).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,396
Posted By Writenride

I like the fact that the top tube cable guides...

I like the fact that the top tube cable guides are offset. Makes total sense!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,580
Posted By Writenride

This is stupid question. Please move on.

This is stupid question. Please move on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,580
Posted By Writenride

Bike Trends and Spending Money

How many of you feel the trends in the Bicycle Industry has passed you by, even after you invested so much into bikes, parts and accessories?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 04:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 716
Posted By Writenride

Don't write it off yet. I have about 7 classic...

Don't write it off yet. I have about 7 classic bicycles, namely road, touring, 26" MTBs and a few vintage BMX bikes for collectors. Also, plenty of Suntour, Shimano Dura Ace, 600, Deore XT and other...
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