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11-23-23, 11:01 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

The 40th Anniversary Phoenix Turkey Day Ride was...

The 40th Anniversary Phoenix Turkey Day Ride was a complete success! Rode the Tommasini Competizione again. Beautiful weather, great group of riders, and even though a grinch stole our donut holes at...
11-19-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

I’ve ridden South Mountain four times this year....

I’ve ridden South Mountain four times this year. Back in April, I took these shots at Dobbins Overlook. Here you can see the bike with the new headset. I replaced the original Campagnolo Nuovo Record...
11-15-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Thank you RCMoeur for your historical insight on...

Thank you RCMoeur for your historical insight on the Phoenix Turkey Day Ride! Let’s definitely keep the tradition alive, it really is a special event 🚴🏻
11-14-23, 07:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

That’s right, Phoenix Turkey Day Ride is right...

That’s right, Phoenix Turkey Day Ride is right around the corner! I can’t believe this thread is 10 years old….I’ll be there once again, looking forward to it!
12-15-22, 10:21 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,664
Posted By Saguaro

Such a nice frameset. Similar to you, I scored a...

Such a nice frameset. Similar to you, I scored a mint condition Tommasini Competitzione in 2013, perfect paint and chrome, 8 speed campy. A year ago I installed a Campagnolo Record 11 groupset on it,...
11-24-22, 03:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Such a great write up DD! See you next year!

Such a great write up DD! See you next year!
11-24-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Another Phoenix Turkey Day Ride in the books! ...

Another Phoenix Turkey Day Ride in the books! Beautiful day, a bit chilly at times, but manageable. Not the biggest group this year but still a good showing. Got to ride with Jeff (@Drillium Dude)...
11-22-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Great to see all the early interest for this...

Great to see all the early interest for this year’s Phoenix Turkey Day Ride! I’ll be riding it again this year on the Tommasini. I completely rebuilt the bike after last years event. It now sports a...
06-26-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

Awesome! In June no less. The Voyageur looks...

Awesome! In June no less. The Voyageur looks great. I need to get back out there, it’s been awhile…
12-05-21, 09:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Phoenix Turkey Day Ride 2021

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Downtown Phoenix at Dawn...
02-05-21, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,844
Posted By Saguaro

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I’ve got Compass Stampede Pass Extralights on my...
08-26-20, 07:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,876
Posted By Saguaro

Yes, this hub is designed to have minimal dish,...

Yes, this hub is designed to have minimal dish, producing a stronger wheel, hence the exposed axle on the non-drive side.

The shell width is 52.5 mm. This one is 40 hole. I believe the freewheel...
08-26-20, 06:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,876
Posted By Saguaro

+1 Here is a photo of my 2012 Phil Wood...

+1

Here is a photo of my 2012 Phil Wood Touring Hub with a Suntour 7 speed freewheel loosely threaded on. You can see how substantial the axle is. Probably overkill for the OP’s application, and...
08-23-20, 09:16 PM
Replies: 2,804
Views: 1,120,294
Posted By Saguaro

That is a beautiful bike.

That is a beautiful bike.
07-13-20, 08:57 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

polymorphself The front light is a Gemini Lights...

polymorphself The front light is a Gemini Lights Duo 1500 Lumens. The two-cell rechargeable battery is located in one of the rider side pockets in the front bag with the cord hidden from view under...
06-28-20, 12:12 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,853
Posted By Saguaro

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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1991 Tommasini Competitzione with Quattro Colori...
06-07-20, 10:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,109
Posted By Saguaro

Thanks for the compliment! The Dyads were...

Thanks for the compliment!

The Dyads were not my first choice. My first choice were Mavic A719’s in silver. I wanted a box shaped, silver, 40 h rim with eyelets, but they were only available in...
06-07-20, 03:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,109
Posted By Saguaro

Looks like a step up from the 1982/83 Nishiki...

Looks like a step up from the 1982/83 Nishiki Cresta I have. The mid-fork braze-ons and extra braze-ons on the fork ends would be welcome additions on my bike.

FWIW, I used Velocity Dyad rims...
05-21-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,629
Posted By Saguaro

That is a Gilles Berthoud Decaleur H-91. Here is...

That is a Gilles Berthoud Decaleur H-91. Here is a view of the decaleur and the Crane Suzue brass bell from the other side.
...
05-20-20, 10:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,629
Posted By Saguaro

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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A Crane Suzue brass bell is a beautiful and...
05-20-20, 06:59 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

Just to be clear, it’s East Sonoran Desert Drive...

Just to be clear, it’s East Sonoran Desert Drive that changes to East Dove Valley Road as you go west. It’s a great way to get to Anthem from downtown via 12th Street / Cave Creek Road if you’re up...
05-19-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

Thank you for your kind words! I’m truly...

Thank you for your kind words! I’m truly fortunate to have been able to hang on to this bike after all these years and give it a new life.

The bridge photos were taken on Sonoran Desert Drive...
02-09-20, 11:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,356
Posted By Saguaro

I’m a fan of modern lights on my vintage bikes....

I’m a fan of modern lights on my vintage bikes. The Gemini Duo is a very bright LED headlight with three brightness settings and an external 2-cell battery pack in the front bag.

Eventually, I’d...
08-15-18, 07:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,415
Posted By Saguaro

“There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor...

“There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely games”
-Earnest Hemingway
08-11-18, 09:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,587
Posted By Saguaro

I've been using Finish Line Dry and like it a...

I've been using Finish Line Dry and like it a lot. Sets up as a wax-like film, results in a quiet drivetrain with minimal mess.
02-11-18, 04:50 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

[If it's not one thing, it's another! :D[/QUOTE]...

[If it's not one thing, it's another! :D[/QUOTE]

Yep!

As discussed before, the early Crestas came with Dia Compe N-500 sidepull brakes that were OK, not nearly as nice as the Superbe brakes...
02-11-18, 12:45 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 52,839
Posted By Saguaro

Disregard post #73 above, this bike will never be...

Disregard post #73 above, this bike will never be "done"!

Some updates to the bike since the last post two years ago:
1. Added Acorn Boxy Rando bag with Gilles Berthoud Decaleur H-91.
2. ...
11-23-17, 12:24 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

Another picture perfect Phoenix Turkey Day Ride...

Another picture perfect Phoenix Turkey Day Ride today! 60 degrees at the start, 70 degrees at the finish. This year marks the 35th Anniversary ride. Photos look just like last year. Rode the '91...
10-29-17, 03:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,963
Posted By Saguaro

Great job on your Cresta restoration! I added...

Great job on your Cresta restoration! I added Compass Stampede Pass 32c Extralight tires to my Cresta last year, what a difference! Super plush ride. Thanks for sharing!
09-24-17, 07:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,786
Posted By Saguaro

According to this publication, the Tommasini...

According to this publication, the Tommasini Competizione SL was introduced in 1990. Again, not sure about the relationship to the Comp but they sure look similar.
...
09-23-17, 01:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,786
Posted By Saguaro

The Tommasini Comp in the linked Flickr folder...

The Tommasini Comp in the linked Flickr folder has the same details as my 1991 Tommasini Competizione. I suspect they are the same model with a slightly different name and very different paint...
04-17-17, 11:01 PM
Replies: 727
Views: 207,922
Posted By Saguaro

1991 Tommasini Competizione. I've posted this...

1991 Tommasini Competizione. I've posted this bike before but this recent photo came out so nice I thought I'd share it again. I took this shot on April 15th, 2017 during a 70 mile (113 km) ride in...
03-26-17, 09:55 PM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 324,952
Posted By Saguaro

Its been just over three years since I posted my...

Its been just over three years since I posted my newly re-built '91 Tommasini Competizione here in the Lounge (Page 12) and I thought I'd share some recent photos and ride impressions.

First...
02-26-17, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 324,952
Posted By Saguaro

Thank you mrjav for the translation!

Thank you mrjav for the translation!
02-24-17, 05:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,181
Posted By Saguaro

Very nice! Thanks for sharing your beautiful...

Very nice! Thanks for sharing your beautiful Tommasini and the back story. I'm sure it rides as great as it looks!
01-29-17, 10:55 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 15,006
Posted By Saguaro

You need to finish that! :) !!! Such a beautiful...

You need to finish that! :) !!! Such a beautiful frameset. Going to make a great rider with the setup shown.
01-29-17, 10:43 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 15,006
Posted By Saguaro

My understanding is the Tommasini Prestige has...

My understanding is the Tommasini Prestige has Columbus SL tubesets and the Super Prestige has Columbus SLX tubesets. My Competizione is Columbus SL.
01-28-17, 06:25 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 15,006
Posted By Saguaro

Here's a photo of the bottom bracket of my 1991...

Here's a photo of the bottom bracket of my 1991 Tommasini Competizione:

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/548/32537694066_a44341a64d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RzfbRh)

You can see the shell is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-17, 11:16 AM
Replies: 3,256
Views: 630,410
Posted By Saguaro

North Phoenix Arizona: ...

North Phoenix Arizona:

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7357/16448845296_a5bc656355_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r4wCCY)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,755
Posted By Saguaro

This is my '91 Tommasini Competizione in Quattro...

This is my '91 Tommasini Competizione in Quattro Colori with Campy 10 speed Veloce and Centaur components:
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/508/19585723924_73e0c32c71_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/vQHXnf)...
Replies: 31
Views: 7,923
Posted By Saguaro

I rode my first ever 200km brevet last weekend,...

I rode my first ever 200km brevet last weekend, the Saguaro Lake 200km Brevet out of Fountain Hills AZ. I logged 126.3 miles, moving time: 10:03, elapsed time: 11:39. Pretty pokey I know but a...
12-23-16, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,052
Posted By Saguaro

Great story! Looking forward to Part 2.

Great story! Looking forward to Part 2.
12-16-16, 03:54 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 56,157
Posted By Saguaro

My contribution: Suntour Superbe brakes,...

My contribution:
Suntour Superbe brakes, CB-4700 (long reach)
Suntour Superbe brake levers, CB-3200

I acquired this set from an eBay auction. They were listed as used but when I received them...
12-09-16, 10:09 PM
Replies: 646
Views: 232,402
Posted By Saguaro

What a nice bike! Love the blue color and...

What a nice bike! Love the blue color and everything else about it. Thanks for sharing.
11-24-16, 11:10 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,085
Posted By Saguaro

The 34th Phoenix Turkey Day Ride 2016 is in the...

The 34th Phoenix Turkey Day Ride 2016 is in the books! Perfect conditions, I rode my Tommasini this year. Saw a Dominics branded Tommasini on the ride, also a '91, that was a first for me. Happy...
11-01-16, 10:43 PM
Replies: 2,671
Views: 1,126,620
Posted By Saguaro

Hopefully you can make that work for you, Crestas...

Hopefully you can make that work for you, Crestas are fine bicycles and yours looks very clean! Your Cresta was made about the same time as mine, towards the end of 1982 and most likely sold as a...
09-30-16, 06:09 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 34,255
Posted By Saguaro

ASU is doing well! The Sun Devils are 4-0 going...

ASU is doing well! The Sun Devils are 4-0 going into the game against USC this weekend, but 10 point underdogs. You bet I'll be watching!

I use Flickr to share photos here, once you get the hang...
09-30-16, 03:59 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 34,255
Posted By Saguaro

Can't go wrong with the Tommasini! When I...

Can't go wrong with the Tommasini! When I changed out the stem and handlebar on my Tommasini I went with a Cinelli 1A stem and Cinelli Giro d'Italia handlebars. Just feels right. I saw your bike...
09-24-16, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,179
Posted By Saguaro

This is what came stock on my 1982 Nishiki Cresta...

This is what came stock on my 1982 Nishiki Cresta (http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/840467-1982-nishiki-cresta.html):

https://c5.staticflickr.com/4/3672/19478985580_0fa61f0e23_b.jpg...
08-26-16, 08:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,210
Posted By Saguaro

Wow, looks like a cool event!

Wow, looks like a cool event!
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