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04-24-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 290
Posted By Insidious C.

Exactly so! Way more fun than a bike when I was...

Exactly so! Way more fun than a bike when I was young enough to ride one. I suppose "drift trikes" are no longer popular, but they were basically a scaled up Big Wheel with a gas engine out back. I...
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By Insidious C.

I've been commuting on a Voyageur with vintage...

I've been commuting on a Voyageur with vintage Bikeology panniers on a Jim Blackburn rack. Material is similar to OP bags. It is worth something to me that the gear matches the age of the bike and...
04-12-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 424
Posted By Insidious C.

Here is an example of an "82" Sequoia...

Here is an example of an "82" Sequoia (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/670121-specialized-sequoia.html#post11259833). Scrolling down in that thread to post #9 Lighthousecycle (Tim Neenan)...
04-12-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 424
Posted By Insidious C.

What I refer to as an '82 is as pictured in...

What I refer to as an '82 is as pictured in Bicycling Magazine road test (posted here (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1189185-road-test-bike-review-1982-specialized-sequoia-allez.html) by...
04-12-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 424
Posted By Insidious C.

Yours looks like an 83 (where's that s/n?). I...

Yours looks like an 83 (where's that s/n?). I think those are Miki. 82s are a mystery. 81s with fastback stays are thought to be 3Rensho. All say Tim N.
04-10-24, 01:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 392
Posted By Insidious C.

Although you cannot post pics (yet) they are...

Although you cannot post pics (yet) they are viewable in your picture album. This kind of bike will not interest collectors. It looks like it is in good cosmetic condition though, and worthy of...
04-08-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,047
Posted By Insidious C.

My experience with older brifters is that a...

My experience with older brifters is that a compact handlebar is necessary to get a the hoods nice and level on top. At the same time, I never liked the way the "hooks" felt on compact bars. For me,...
04-06-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,836
Posted By Insidious C.

I had a commuter with a too small for me frame. I...

I had a commuter with a too small for me frame. I put it side by side with another bike that was built for me using a "fit kit." I was able to select a seatpost and stem that resulted in the same...
04-06-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 531
Posted By Insidious C.

The Ti Duopar fell short of the large cog with...

The Ti Duopar fell short of the large cog with the stop screw fully backed out. My Duopar has the clocking washer for Campagnolo dropouts, but you can still get a good idea of the latteral travel...
04-04-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,061
Posted By Insidious C.

Perhaps it is I who was confused.

Perhaps it is I who was confused.
04-04-24, 12:48 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 82,564
Posted By Insidious C.

Possibly the same bike passed thru my hands a few...

Possibly the same bike passed thru my hands a few years ago, with some parts now changed. IIRC the front tire pictured was original.
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Replies: 15
Views: 839
Posted By Insidious C.

I think the frame is on the nicer end as it has...

I think the frame is on the nicer end as it has reinforcers on the brake bridge. Derailleur cable runs under the BB shell, helping to narrow the guessing. I would go investigate but only if the...
04-01-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 531
Posted By Insidious C.

I have some parts for a mock up. Mavic 8 speed...

I have some parts for a mock up. Mavic 8 speed 130mm hub that I had in mind for this frame maybe with 650b. I've got two Huret RDs - a Luxe Competition (shiny but doubtful 8 speed) and a titanium...
04-01-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 531
Posted By Insidious C.

Huret dropouts/hanger 130 OLD. What would you do?

I have a 74 Grand Jubile frame I would like to build. A previous owner set the rear fork to 130mm. Is there a Huret RD with the non-Campag stop position that can shift thru 8 cogs? Failing that, what...
03-30-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,061
Posted By Insidious C.

Reflecting on my first road bike purchase (very...

Reflecting on my first road bike purchase (very entry level 73 Steyr Clubman), I don't remember if my LBS even sold any Japanese bikes. My impressionable young mind was drawn to the Lejunes on...
03-30-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,061
Posted By Insidious C.

Beautiful bike bikes pictured above! I have seen...

Beautiful bike bikes pictured above! I have seen a few Univega Superlights here on BF. I think they were the top model, and with Columbus SL frame tubes and Ofmega cranks. Univega probably had a...
03-29-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,061
Posted By Insidious C.

Why the dearth of top-of-line Japanese C&V?

Specifically I'm thinking about the larger, full range manufacturers like Fuji. There seems to be so few 70s Fuji Professionals for sale or being discussed on BF vs. Raleigh Professionals. Also...
03-23-24, 12:11 AM
Replies: 8,793
Views: 1,107,058
Posted By Insidious C.

Just received SRAM PC-870 chains. On sale (still...

Just received SRAM PC-870 chains. On sale (still are) cheap enough at Jenson that I had to buy five to get free shipping.
Replies: 9
Views: 683
Posted By Insidious C.

Stem looks like the Trek "System 1" I had on a...

Stem looks like the Trek "System 1" I had on a commuter bike some years ago.
Replies: 9
Views: 482
Posted By Insidious C.

OP's photo album...

OP's photo album (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33043060)
...
03-11-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 491
Posted By Insidious C.

The first one I've seen on a short dropout.

The first one I've seen on a short dropout.
03-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 7,826
Views: 930,097
Posted By Insidious C.

I wonder if there are C&V knee scooters? It is...

I wonder if there are C&V knee scooters? It is good you have fun things like the old lathe to occupy yourself with while your body heals.
03-04-24, 02:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,576
Posted By Insidious C.

[QUOTE=cooperryder;23173111]...Of note is more...

[QUOTE=cooperryder;23173111]...Of note is more lettering I spotted stamped into the TT just past the seat tube lug. It reads Butted 9/22.
See picture.

Does that indicate the TT...
03-03-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,594
Posted By Insidious C.

Back in the day climbing while seated was the...

Back in the day climbing while seated was the norm and most cyclists whould come out of the saddle only for brief intervals. I still ride this way today so for me DT shifter is no issue. Now if you...
03-02-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,086
Posted By Insidious C.

$750 sounds FMV for this bike, which appears to...

$750 sounds FMV for this bike, which appears to be in very nice condition. $450 would motivate me to an extent. Better deals do come up on rare ocassion. All depends on your discretionary funds and...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-24, 01:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 707
Posted By Insidious C.

When I had a locker I would leave a weeks worth...

When I had a locker I would leave a weeks worth of clothes. Currently I keep two pairs of nice shoes and pants in my cube. The rest of my clothing travels with me in my panniers. Shirts folded neatly...
02-26-24, 12:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 912
Posted By Insidious C.

IIRC The 99 crankset was factory spec in 77 model...

IIRC The 99 crankset was factory spec in 77 model year.
02-23-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 244
Posted By Insidious C.

Welcome from another rusty Gran Rally owner. I...

Welcome from another rusty Gran Rally owner. I find it helpful to nail down the gearing (desired or parts on hand) first- how many cogs and number of teeth on cogs and chainrings. Are you okay with...
02-19-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 437
Posted By Insidious C.

That is a really pretty frame. FYI- the water...

That is a really pretty frame. FYI- the water bottle cage that you replaced looked like a TA cage, popular with vintage bike collectors. The gold color Ukai rims were original. Nothing special but...
02-18-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,478
Posted By Insidious C.

This *is* the home. Transition complete. ;)

This *is* the home. Transition complete. ;)
02-12-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 7,826
Views: 930,097
Posted By Insidious C.

In my pre-teen years I was interested in...

In my pre-teen years I was interested in artificial lures. I decided to make my own "popper" which from my memory looked much like the vintage hand carved/painted lures on your site. I tried it out...
02-10-24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 7,826
Views: 930,097
Posted By Insidious C.

Ouch! No biking for a while either. I hope the...

Ouch! No biking for a while either. I hope the doc spared you the usual lecture.
02-10-24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 7,826
Views: 930,097
Posted By Insidious C.

Different bike, however. ;)

Different bike, however. ;)
02-07-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 602
Posted By Insidious C.

Oh, and welcome to Bikeforums!

Oh, and welcome to Bikeforums!
02-06-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 602
Posted By Insidious C.

OP's pic album...

OP's pic album (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/32621992)

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-20240206_155300_4c14361696d33d2d7e4794d49be3c9199a0722d5.jpg
02-02-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,698
Posted By Insidious C.

BF member Andy_K has lowrider rack mounts added...

BF member Andy_K has lowrider rack mounts added to his Sequoia. Maybe he can comment on how the Sequoia handles touring loads.

Judging from the pic, you have a quality front fork on your bike,...
01-30-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,213
Posted By Insidious C.

My experience with FB has been it is that...

My experience with FB has been it is that bargains can sometimes be found there. Prices on used bikes are wildly variable. High quality bikes can ocassionally be found in the $25 - $50 range....
01-21-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,144
Posted By Insidious C.

Viner frames came with English threaded BB...

Viner frames came with English threaded BB shells. Subject frame does not look like a Viner to me, however.
01-21-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 617
Posted By Insidious C.

If you don't mind slightly newer clipless, Look...

If you don't mind slightly newer clipless, Look Carbo Pro's came in red and are much more attractive than PP66 IMO.
01-09-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,150,396
Posted By Insidious C.

Sad, 23" 1971 Moto Le Champion $100 in PDX

Possibly the same one I sold a year or two ago. Many original parts swapped out. It is a rescue mission at this point.
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01-06-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,217
Posted By Insidious C.

S/n on outer surface of rear NDS dropout. Frank's...

S/n on outer surface of rear NDS dropout. Frank's Armstrong (https://www.bikeforums.net/14995031-post1.html) 15246 NO....
01-06-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,217
Posted By Insidious C.

Ged117 would you mind sharing the serial number...

Ged117 would you mind sharing the serial number of your Armstrong? I'm wondering if it has the same format as FTWelder's Armstrong Tourmalet and my Dunelt of 50's vintage, xxxxx NO.
01-05-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 719
Posted By Insidious C.

A little too big for me. My Moto is 58cm C-T.

A little too big for me. My Moto is 58cm C-T.
01-04-24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By Insidious C.

Bold font = coded alpha or numeral. Caps = alpha....

Bold font = coded alpha or numeral. Caps = alpha. Lower case = numeral. S/n format of subject bike resembles built-in-85 Fuji, although T-Mar's guide does not explicitly list S code.

Wild guess:...
01-04-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 719
Posted By Insidious C.

I have a 74 Motobecane Grand Jubile f&f with...

I have a 74 Motobecane Grand Jubile f&f with Huret dropout. Frame swap?
12-22-23, 02:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,901
Posted By Insidious C.

I'm staying in Alta Loma for the holidays. Hope...

I'm staying in Alta Loma for the holidays. Hope to stretch my visit long enough to make the New Year's Eve ride. Manny I'm pretty sure we did some Chevrolet/L.A.S.D. training rides together some 30...
12-20-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 873
Posted By Insidious C.

My son participated in cyclocross at an early...

My son participated in cyclocross at an early age. He remembers it fondly but his interests moved away from from cycling. I built my daughter a bike that she rode only once. I made no effort to steer...
12-15-23, 12:30 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,260
Posted By Insidious C.

Cold weather cycling shoes. Ski boot dryer-...

Cold weather cycling shoes.
Ski boot dryer- they work well for drying cycling shoes and gloves.
Nice, bright lights.
12-09-23, 02:08 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,856
Posted By Insidious C.

I had a bike built and fit for me in `89. I chose...

I had a bike built and fit for me in `89. I chose the smallest of the frame sizes the fitter said would work for me. The 200mm seatpost wound up with min insertion mark right at the top of seat tube....
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