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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-11-16, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 583
Posted By Uptown

WTB Pre-1982 TREK 710 frameset 22.5"

Looking to buy an early (1978-1981) TREK TX710 frame & fork (or complete bike) in 22.5" size. .

Don't care too much about paint condition or color as long as frameset is structurally sound and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-12, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 507,445
Posted By Uptown

Found this SuperCourse Mk II mixte on Craigslist...

Found this SuperCourse Mk II mixte on Craigslist over the summer. The frame and original pearly green paint look good, but most other original parts that were still on the bike when I bought it...
Forum: For Sale
03-17-12, 06:44 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 157,221
Posted By Uptown

HAVE 1" threaded SR Royal fluted stem, 120mm...

HAVE 1" threaded SR Royal fluted stem, 120mm http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb276/Applemeat/IMG_2930.jpg http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb276/Applemeat/IMG_2929.jpg

Looking to trade for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-11, 10:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,876
Posted By Uptown

>>>The globby lugs are less so, better too much...

>>>The globby lugs are less so, better too much brass that too little.<<<

I wouldn't say the problem was too much brass. It looked more like "relocated" brass, as (at the head-tube area) there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-11, 06:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,876
Posted By Uptown

Just to clarify, I returned the bike because of...

Just to clarify, I returned the bike because of the undisclosed cracked BB shell. The seller offered a return, but until I saw the BB crack I had preferred to keep the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-11, 11:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,876
Posted By Uptown

Ask the right questions when bidding on a beautiful Raleigh International on eBay

I recently bought a beautiful-looking 1973 Raleigh International in an eBay auction that a few of you may also have been watching. My winning bid was just over $1K.

I got the bike and was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,775,095
Posted By Uptown

HAVE: MKS Sylvan Prime touring pedals (this...

HAVE:

MKS Sylvan Prime touring pedals (this style, champagne color (http://www.alexscycle.com/images/detailed/2/product_detailed_image_30741_1272.jpg)) [Excellent used condition, < 50 miles]
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-11, 10:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,717
Posted By Uptown

I enjoy fixed gear riding (especially in winter)....

I enjoy fixed gear riding (especially in winter). But from a vintage aesthetic standpoint, this conversion (http://www.myfixedgear.net/puch-mistral-giro-1984-custom-style)breaks my heart:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-11, 09:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,052
Posted By Uptown

Flick-tap at the center of your main tubes with...

Flick-tap at the center of your main tubes with your index fingernail. Is the sound produced a bright, clear ring? ...or is it more of a dull thwak? I find that my butted 531 bikes make a ringing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 551
Posted By Uptown

Chain length and interchangeability of 11-speed Campy drivetrains

Hi,

BIKE 1: I have an older steel bike recently set up with a new Campagnolo Athena 2010 11-speed drivetrain, inc. 34/50 chainring, and 12-27 cassette (yes, ridiculously low gearing!).

BIKE 2:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-10, 08:50 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,775,095
Posted By Uptown

HAVE: Campagnolo Impero Silca pump silver...

HAVE:
Campagnolo Impero Silca pump silver (fair/good cond)
Campagnolo (1973 c. pre "Safety") Umbrella pump holder clip
Park Tool "4th hand" cable tool, like new
French AVA "death stem" 120mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 02:04 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 14,174
Posted By Uptown

The one thing I dislike about the Campy (NR) on...

The one thing I dislike about the Campy (NR) on two of my vintage bikes is the problem of rust at the top tube cable clamp. This especially annoyed me when I restored my 1973 Raleigh international,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 01:24 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 8,282
Posted By Uptown

I recently turned 40, so I’m old--But not old...

I recently turned 40, so I’m old--But not old enough to have enjoyed any of the bikes in my collection originally when they were new. (Ok, maaaybe my ’80 Trek, but it would have been way too tall.)
...
Forum: Introductions
09-08-10, 10:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 281
Posted By Uptown

Former Huffy-Lugging Vintage Lugged Lover

Hello! I've been learning a lot from the Forum's vintage road bike threads for many months now, but this is my first time participating.

I've been an enthusiastic bike rider since I was a girl,...
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