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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,291
Posted By ja1124

Are you sure that bike was bought in the 1980's?...

Are you sure that bike was bought in the 1980's? I own that same bike in that red splatter paint color scheme and I thought mine was a 1990.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-25-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I'm also 5'8" and I have owned a 19" 1995 700 and...

I'm also 5'8" and I have owned a 19" 1995 700 and a 17" 1992 720. The 19" was perfect for me and a real joy to ride. (It was stolen in July 2013.) I can ride the 17" with no issues but it feels a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-26-23, 09:43 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I scored a pair of good used Schwalbe Mondial's...

I scored a pair of good used Schwalbe Mondial's in 700x35c at SOPO Bikes in Atlanta. I'll report back after I log some mileage on them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-23, 11:38 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Your favorite tires for your MultiTrack?

My 720 needs tires. I use it almost exclusively on paved surfaces. And I'm thinking of going down in size from the stock 700x38c to 700x35c. And I also want to score a good deal, but not at the cost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,188
Posted By ja1124

Free 700C Front Wheel and Tire- Atlanta ITP

It's not vintage but it's a good wheel. Tire is a 700x 32C Continental Touring Plus. Please advise if there is a better forum on which to offer this. I have this listed on cl but I will gift it to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 780,741
Posted By ja1124

Free 700C Front Wheel and Tire- Atlanta ITP

It's not vintage but it's a good wheel. Tire is a 700x 32C Continental Touring Plus. If there is a better forum to offer parts for free then please advise. I have this listed on cl but I will gladly...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-17-22, 11:42 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

The stock config on all the Multitracks I have...

The stock config on all the Multitracks I have seen is either riser bars or flat bars with grip shifters or trigger shifters.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-22, 07:30 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

If you go back in the thread to the photos the op...

If you go back in the thread to the photos the op posted, you'll see that the wheel is too far toward the non-drive side and there are no spacers to remove on the drive side.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-22, 11:31 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

If you have a local bike co-op, I would look for...

If you have a local bike co-op, I would look for a good used 7 speed wheel.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-22, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Being a shrewd shopper is a problem? If your 720...

Being a shrewd shopper is a problem? If your 720 is as nice as your 730, I'm confident you'll clear at least $90 ($150 - $60) when you sell the 720. Some folk are asking as much as $350 for clean...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-22, 07:35 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Just a friendly fyi - your bike has one fork and...

Just a friendly fyi - your bike has one fork and the front wheel is inserted in it.
I second the diagnosis of a bent frame/chain stay or incorrectly dished wheel, with greater suspicion of the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-22, 12:21 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I went through several aluminum-framed hybrids...

I went through several aluminum-framed hybrids after my steel 1995 Trek 700 was stolen. None were MultiTracks but there was a Gary Fisher Nirvana and a Jamis Citizen among the bikes I acquired and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-11-22, 02:20 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I believe you are correct. IIRC there is an early...

I believe you are correct. IIRC there is an early 90's lugged 790 posted somewhere in this thread.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-22, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

My 1991 720 is tig welded.

My 1991 720 is tig welded.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-22, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 780,741
Posted By ja1124

[QUOTE=Mad Honk;22432859]Unworthy, and Jdawg,I ...

[QUOTE=Mad Honk;22432859]Unworthy, and Jdawg,I
I'm leaning toward giving my Trek 830 mt .bike to the co-op. It weighs a ton and would cost over $100 to ship to a forum member, so the co-op wins the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-20, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,414
Posted By ja1124

Can anyone ID this stem?

As I'm pretty much a noob to vintage parts, I do not recognize the logo on this stem. Can anyone identify it? It's made in Japan.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-20, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 780,741
Posted By ja1124

The s/n is WH7004XXX, so June 1977 Worksop frame...

The s/n is WH7004XXX, so June 1977 Worksop frame according to the info at The Headbadge .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-20, 05:12 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 780,741
Posted By ja1124

Thank for your reply. The serial number...

Thank for your reply. The serial number identifies it as a 1977 frame. Seems it was November of 1977. The color that I found under the brown paint does seem to be too dark of a red for that year, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-20, 11:56 AM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 780,741
Posted By ja1124

ISO Rear Derailleur for 1977 Raleigh Super Course

I'm attempting to make a weekend rider from a 1977 Raleigh Super Course. All of the original parts are with it except the pedals, rear wheel and freewheel, and rear derailleur. I'd like to find an...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-30-20, 11:11 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I've ridden steel Multitracks and steel...

I've ridden steel Multitracks and steel Crossroads and have found the rides to be similar. All the Crossroads frames I have seen were 100% chromo. Not all Multitracks are 100% chromo. The steel Giant...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-20, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

15" Multitrack 700 found on Offer Up

I had this in my watch list (because one never knows when one will meet that short special someone who will become one's riding companion). Price just reduced....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-04-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

23" MultiTrack 720 found on OfferUp

I know these large frames are a bit rare so I'm posting the info for all you Daddy Longlegs out there....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-20, 10:33 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I have those shifters on a 1993 720, and I...

I have those shifters on a 1993 720, and I replaced the front derailleur cable with the double-ended universal cable made by Jagwire. The cable end that fits the shifter housing is not an exact...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-13-20, 09:54 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

After my 1995 Trek 700 Multitrack was stolen, I...

After my 1995 Trek 700 Multitrack was stolen, I tried three aluminum framed hybrid bikes in succession: a Schwinn Avenue (found with a bent rear derailleur by the side of the road), a Jamis Citizen,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-19, 05:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By ja1124

Thank you for your reply. You packed a lot of...

Thank you for your reply. You packed a lot of useful information into it. I used the information in that catalog page to determine that the bike is a Super Course.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-19, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By ja1124

Campagnolo rear hub w/ Mavic Module E2 Argent rim

I recently fell into ownership of a 1977 Raleigh. I am fairly certain from some of the components that it is a Super Course (decals were removed prior to a repaint). However, some components do not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-19, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

rseeker, if you are in the Atlanta area, you may...

rseeker, if you are in the Atlanta area, you may find a purple steel 750 at Play It Again Sports, the North Druid Hills location. I saw the bike on craigslist and replied. The ad had been up only six...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-19, 10:01 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

I bought my 1995 Multitrack 700 from a bike shop...

I bought my 1995 Multitrack 700 from a bike shop and paid $300 before tax.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-19, 09:56 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

It does not look like it needs restoring. It...

It does not look like it needs restoring. It appears to have been very well kept. I would ask $100 if I wanted it gone today. Include the frame size in your ad so that anyone who is on the lookout...
Forum: Pills and Ills
09-01-19, 10:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,124
Posted By ja1124

I have occasional flare-ups and they do not seem...

I have occasional flare-ups and they do not seem to correspond to any dietary factors. I suspect in my case it has to do with the kidneys. Recently I've begun eating a bundle of fresh asparagus each...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-01-19, 10:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,052
Posted By ja1124

I save up my unneeded spares and when I travel to...

I save up my unneeded spares and when I travel to Atlanta, I donate them either to SOPO Bikes or to Bearings Bike Shop.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-23-19, 07:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,711
Posted By ja1124

I follow Jennifer Daniels on youtube. She is a...

I follow Jennifer Daniels on youtube. She is a former U.S. MD - you can get her bio from most youtube videos in which she appears. She says the culprit for prostatitis is dairy products. ymmv.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-23-19, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,750
Posted By ja1124

About ten years ago I had a spot on my left...

About ten years ago I had a spot on my left temple about the size of a pea that was discolored and scaly. I asked my dermatologist about it while when I saw him for another issue. He said something...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-19, 04:24 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

One last hurdle...

In addition to the 10 post minimum, there is a limit of 5 posts in any 24 hour period. :notamused:

And now, without further delay...

...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

After I post a photo, I'm thinking about adding...

After I post a photo, I'm thinking about adding some panniers and riding out to Arcata, California. :commute:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Go Team MultiTrack! :hug: It appears to be...

Go Team MultiTrack! :hug:

It appears to be stock except the tires. Suntour front and rear derailleurs, Suntour trigger shifters, DiaComp center pull cantilever brakes, Joytech hubs, Araya rims....
Forum: Introductions
06-16-19, 07:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 430
Posted By ja1124

Greetings from northeast Georgia

I've been a member for awhile but mostly read threads and rarely post. So I figured I would take this opportunity to introduce myself and also log another post in order to someday surpass the 10 post...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-19, 07:23 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Teamwork make the dream work! It's purple...

Teamwork make the dream work!

It's purple with white on silver and conch decals.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

My return to the club...

I am pleased to announce that after a six-year search, I have found a replacement for my stolen 1995 Multitrack 700. Based on the color scheme, I believe it is a 1991 model 720.

I have fewer than...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-19, 08:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,695
Posted By ja1124

On my 1995 19" MultiTrack 700, only the seat tube...

On my 1995 19" MultiTrack 700, only the seat tube was chromoly; the rest was hi-ten steel. I believe the 720's for that year were all chromoly. The standover height on mine was about 30".

In my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-19, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

Depending on where you ride, the steel Giant...

Depending on where you ride, the steel Giant frame may not be a bad choice. My 1995 MultiTrack 700 with 19" frame was stolen from within my West End Atlanta home in July 2013. After over two years of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-18, 07:56 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 21,849
Posted By ja1124

So as you've already learned, soaking steel parts...

So as you've already learned, soaking steel parts in soapy water was a mistake. Most of the damage will occur as the part is drying. Diesel fuel is a good degreaser and does not cost too much. If you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-14-17, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,968
Posted By ja1124

My 1995 MultiTrack 700

It's still mine, although it was stolen when a house I had begun moving into in the West End neighborhood of Atlanta was burglarized in July of 2013. It is black with "ice blue" (purple, actually)...
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