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Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 927
Posted By sced

Below is a recent pic of my Cyfac with 2008...

Below is a recent pic of my Cyfac with 2008 Record 10. A couple of years ago I replaced the Record chainrings and cassette with Miche parts from BikeInn that work just fine. The largest cog now at...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 927
Posted By sced

I always stand at least part of the way when...

I always stand at least part of the way when climbing hills of some length and find that standing and sitting alternately rests different muscles so I can keep going more easily.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,999
Posted By sced

Congrats!... If bikes could talk....

Congrats!... If bikes could talk....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 927
Posted By sced

I'm using a Miche Campy-compatible 10sp cassette...

I'm using a Miche Campy-compatible 10sp cassette with a 29 that works fine. Miche also makes one with a 30. I added a clone Roadlink for extra clearance and of course a new chain.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,710
Posted By sced

1st generation Campagnolo Chorus rear derailleur...

1st generation Campagnolo Chorus rear derailleur (image below from Velobase)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,084
Posted By sced

Old man's Macario Professional.... ...

Old man's Macario Professional....

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/p1020572_0b7f963514cb0f06fd1d764bb8c75f72534795dd.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 278
Posted By sced

I have 2 Macarios that require 26.2

I have 2 Macarios that require 26.2
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2,344
Views: 351,001
Posted By sced

I bought the frameset on Ebay from a seller in...

I bought the frameset on Ebay from a seller in France and think it's early 2000's. It was likely a custom given the name of the original owner painted on the top tube under the clear coat. The frame...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 2,344
Views: 351,001
Posted By sced

Get new glasses. I checked the top tube with a...

Get new glasses. I checked the top tube with a ruler on a flat panel display and it's perfectly flat.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2,344
Views: 351,001
Posted By sced

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1185x889/cyfac_gold_mod_4_7c1a25e5b01da3ed1c6cae37bba50bd2c3af1a2e.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,561
Posted By sced

YAY... fish ON!

YAY... fish ON!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 183
Posted By sced

Try a straightened metal coat hanger..... Not...

Try a straightened metal coat hanger..... Not ideal, but an alternative approach is to use cable clamps and run housing all the way from the brake lever to the caliper.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,127,800
Posted By sced

No stickers on the frame but this article says...

No stickers on the frame but this article says Altec 2

http://jcpearson.blogspot.com/2008/03/cyfac-le-mythique.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,127,800
Posted By sced

Thanks, so I'll add another, a mid 2000's Le...

Thanks, so I'll add another, a mid 2000's Le Mythique TT frameset with a Record 10 road group.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,127,800
Posted By sced

Early 2000's Cyfac Etoile (Star) frameset bought...

Early 2000's Cyfac Etoile (Star) frameset bought off Ebay for a song with a Centaur 11 group.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 486
Posted By sced

Oops...me bad. The ones I'm using came from a...

Oops...me bad. The ones I'm using came from a clamp-on I bought in 1977, so mine are steel
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 486
Posted By sced

What are those black things in the photo to the...

What are those black things in the photo to the left of the levers? They look like rubber instead of steel.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,123
Posted By sced

A public service!

A public service!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,561
Posted By sced

.....gulp...gulp:foo:

.....gulp...gulp:foo:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,469
Posted By sced

"I ran the suntour derailleur since I wanted a...

"I ran the suntour derailleur since I wanted a 14-28 freewheel and I read nuovo record with a standard cage is pushed hard at 28tooth."

I read the same so I used a clone roadlink with the Nuovo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 938
Posted By sced

And in this pic head and seat tube angles look...

And in this pic head and seat tube angles look different too
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 938
Posted By sced

A lot of Holdsworths here for comparison ...

A lot of Holdsworths here for comparison https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/603912-show-your-holdsworth-here.html
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,469
Posted By sced

I bought them off Ebay just for the look for ~$25...

I bought them off Ebay just for the look for ~$25 each. I wanted all white and there wasn't a lot to choose from. That said I was quite satisfied with them.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,259
Posted By sced

Per...

Per https://calculator.academy/height-to-hand-size-calculator/

hand size of 7'2" person = 9.74 inches and 4'5" person = 6.18" . Ratio 9.74 / 6.18 = 1.58.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,629
Posted By sced

Cyfac Etoile with Centaur 11 group ...

Cyfac Etoile with Centaur 11 group


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1185x889/cyfac_gold_mod_4_bede1362676f7bd9d05c0b68dadec1bcc2f32035.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 46,724
Posted By sced

Early 2000's Cyfac Etoile with Centaur 11 group ...

Early 2000's Cyfac Etoile with Centaur 11 group

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1185x889/cyfac_gold_1_mod_4_5f50578bf7fb9b09c19737bc06ff5c1d167f6bd9.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,259
Posted By sced

I was being silly and don't know about non-Campy....

I was being silly and don't know about non-Campy. I suspect the most correct answer is ymmv.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,331
Posted By sced

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/679x725/spiked_helmet_0dc7831c2bfdd1cf8aeeeaf97efb6a14b35cb42b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,259
Posted By sced

I only ride Campagnolo. Their shifters are always...

I only ride Campagnolo. Their shifters are always perfect in size and shape.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,469
Posted By sced

Yowza, that's quite a collection!!!

Yowza, that's quite a collection!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 684
Posted By sced

I've been been riding a set of Calimas for a few...

I've been been riding a set of Calimas for a few years and really like them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,126
Posted By sced

And what hubs are they?

And what hubs are they?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,469
Posted By sced

1973 Holdsworth custom, a Christmas present from...

1973 Holdsworth custom, a Christmas present from mom and dad that I ride frequently, including the last 3 days. I had the frame beautifully restored a few years ago. It's now wearing a tubular...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,553
Posted By sced

I'd like to know details about how you ride...

I'd like to know details about how you ride one-handed please... I tried it a bit yesterday afternoon on a small upgrade and it didn't go well...Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,553
Posted By sced

I have bikes with brifters, but love riding my...

I have bikes with brifters, but love riding my classics just as much.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,409
Posted By sced

What kind of stem is that? Also doesn't...

What kind of stem is that?


Also doesn't look like there are any weight savings with the frames around the holes plus some added drag
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,553
Posted By sced

Techniques for downtube shifts while out of the saddle?

I often enjoy riding out of the saddle when hill climbing but have to sit down to shift my old (Campagnolo) downtube friction shifters. I understand barcons might be the way to go but wonder if yalls...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,398
Posted By sced

It's just a couple of pounds. Cut back a bit on...

It's just a couple of pounds. Cut back a bit on the junk food.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 368
Posted By sced

After installing #1 I use a level with a bit of...

After installing #1 I use a level with a bit of eyeball for #2
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 760
Posted By sced

I have poor hearing and usually don't wear my...

I have poor hearing and usually don't wear my hearing aids while biking (sweat and wind noise). My 3 friction-shifting bikes all have different components. Without problem all I do is one or more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 371
Posted By sced

Others from the same clan...

Others from the same clan https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/603912-show-your-holdsworth-here.html
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 4,508
Posted By sced

I mostly hike with hiking poles in the winter. I...

I mostly hike with hiking poles in the winter. I think you use a lot of the same muscles - legs, core, upper body.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,656
Posted By sced

Utilitarian, but these Stalwart Bike Wall Mounts...

Utilitarian, but these Stalwart Bike Wall Mounts work great. I have three in my garage and they work pretty well for fiddling with drive...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-13-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 508
Posted By sced

https://www.ebay.com/itm/335005850982?chn=ps&mkevt...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/335005850982?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,223
Posted By sced

YOWZA! - A recipe for romance - beautiful, a real...

YOWZA! - A recipe for romance - beautiful, a real color, Campy, no pie plates, better than jewelry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 785
Posted By sced

Black is dull, silver glistens

Black is dull, silver glistens
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 407
Posted By sced

I just did a quick search and it looks like there...

I just did a quick search and it looks like there are a lot of pics presumably with some info on the web.... BTW lovely frame

Google translate is your friend
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,728
Posted By sced

"Inspired by Andy_K...

"Inspired by Andy_K (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/andy_k-111144.html) and his chrome paint pen........ It's not perfect, but hell, it's way better."

Dang, the difference is Yuge!!! I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,925
Posted By sced

I read over on the road forum recently that clear...

I read over on the road forum recently that clear tape is available and can be used as an over-wrap to keep what's under clean. It might have a role here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 01:41 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,085
Posted By sced

Agree. Just looking at framesets sans parts which...

Agree. Just looking at framesets sans parts which are ubiquitous seems to be missing the point of this thread.
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