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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 05:22 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

I am totally on board with not being able to save...

I am totally on board with not being able to save them all, but they need to quit crossing my path all the time. Didn't need this one, but who would pass up a 1997 Specialized Sirrus for $50 with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-24, 07:03 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

Very true, I'm already looking for a couple...

Very true, I'm already looking for a couple Stingrays for them :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 05:52 PM
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Posted By brandenjs

Apparently the people at this auction didn't know...

Apparently the people at this auction didn't know the value of this Burley Encore X. I snagged it for $21. Perfect for the grand babies! (sorry it's not classic or vintage, just a great catch)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Picked up a nice marketplace find today. Haven't...

Picked up a nice marketplace find today. Haven't dated it yet, but somewhere in the 90-91 era Diamondback Interval TG. I was hoping for the 105 group, but I can settle for the 500EX group. really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

So, being a sucker to pick up pretty much any...

So, being a sucker to pick up pretty much any brand bike that I don't have. I grabbed this Urago. No model name anywhere and I haven't been able to date it just yet. From research I have found that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-23, 07:38 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

LOL, I've been using a set up like that for...

LOL, I've been using a set up like that for years. And it is ironic that I have no projects that I need this for right now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

My best deal recently, maybe ever is this tool...

My best deal recently, maybe ever is this tool lot I won at an auction this week. These were in a box with some old Bell cable kits, tubes and misc. I would have paid the $6 for just that stuff, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Well you just have to pick up a $30 1987 Schwinn...

Well you just have to pick up a $30 1987 Schwinn Traveler when it is in this condition. A few scrapes here and there, but overall really nice. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

A pretty nice box lot from an auction this week....

A pretty nice box lot from an auction this week. A couple of brand new computers and decent Ritchie stems and a few bottles of Park citrus chain cleaner etc. I guess it was worth $6. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

I've been looking for a decent Chicago Schwinn...

I've been looking for a decent Chicago Schwinn frame for a Repack Klunker project and came across this beast. Haven't taken off the rear wheel to check the serial number for the year, but it's early....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-23, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

I'm always a sucker for a Columbus Tenax Schwinn....

I'm always a sucker for a Columbus Tenax Schwinn. Had to grab this 1987 Tempo with a cool mix of parts. 105, tricolor 600 fd and pedals, Dura ace seat post, Concor saddle and Cinelli bars. And it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

That is quite the mix of parts. I like the Crane...

That is quite the mix of parts. I like the Crane (1st Gen Dura Ace) rear derailleur. Nice catch!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Yes the spiral wrap needs to go. I was on the...

Yes the spiral wrap needs to go. I was on the fence about it, but nope I need a cleaner look. And yes the bridge is welded and the rack is bolted to it also. It's going to take a little clean up, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Well this fell into the "I've never had one or...

Well this fell into the "I've never had one or seen one" category so I had to pick it up. German made Staiger Trento 70 year anniversary edition. Heavy tank and not the highest quality, but it had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

I am thinking of just using bar wrap on this one....

I am thinking of just using bar wrap on this one. The foam has an appeal but for regular use it's not very durable. These are cool bikes for not being very high end. Standard package is pretty cool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Kind of a jack pot today with all sorts of...

Kind of a jack pot today with all sorts of goodies. A batch of Silca pumps (some need rebuilt), 2 wheels with internal hubs (One Faraday and one Shimano Alfine), about 20 boxes of spokes of assorted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-22, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Well I guess this is a "catch of the day". Mixed...

Well I guess this is a "catch of the day". Mixed batch of Gran Compe and Campy parts with a set of Dual Sprint pedals. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-22, 05:35 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Not a super score, but I will always save a solid...

Not a super score, but I will always save a solid Peugeot. I'm finding this to be a 74-76 UO8. Love to see original stickers. A Prince George's Co. bike registration from Dec. 31 1976. Surprisingly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-22, 08:31 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

​​​​​​​Awesome score. what a beautiful color...

​​​​​​​Awesome score. what a beautiful color scheme!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-22, 04:38 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Grabbed a 1989 Trek 1200 today. Needs a good...

Grabbed a 1989 Trek 1200 today. Needs a good clean and tune and has a slight dent in the seat tube, so it might turn into a parts donor. Fairly decent 105 group on it. Couldn't beat the price and it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Nothing super special but a good $18 pick up....

Nothing super special but a good $18 pick up. 1994 Schwinn CrissCross. I'm kinda digging the trekking bars, I think Schwinn calls the Glen Bars. Also the Tektro levers with wings are kind of rare. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-22, 06:14 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

I guess a set of Blackburn Lowrider front pannier...

I guess a set of Blackburn Lowrider front pannier racks were worth a dollar. Guess I need to set up a new touring bike :)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-22, 08:16 PM
Replies: 15,458
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Posted By brandenjs

Wow! Why are people in the mood to throw away...

Wow! Why are people in the mood to throw away Trek 1000's lately? Picked this one up in a similar fashion. Needs a little work, but will be back on the road soon. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

This Bianchi Boardwalk has been through a little...

This Bianchi Boardwalk has been through a little rough life judging by the scratched up frame, but should make a nice light trail hybrid in my area. Condition is kind of what you would expect from a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-22, 06:54 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

So this is a pretty rare find I am told. A 1977...

So this is a pretty rare find I am told. A 1977 Nishiki Pro ONP (Order Nishiki Pro). These were available to order just as a frameset which would explain the mismatched parts all over it. Could be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Grabbed a nice 1985 Trek 600 today. 531 with the...

Grabbed a nice 1985 Trek 600 today. 531 with the 600 group. Someone swapped out the non aero levers to the aero Superbe Pro's. Should clean up nicely. I need a seat binder bolt for this, anyone know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-22, 04:02 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

My first Ironman in the stable. got it for a...

My first Ironman in the stable. got it for a steal. It's a little rough, but will clean up really well. 1988 model with the full 600 Tri-Color group. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-21, 05:41 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Not super vintage, but still a nice find. 2004...

Not super vintage, but still a nice find. 2004 Lemond Reno. I'm not sure they could have gotten many more accessories on it other than panniers. Picked this up at an auction and once I got home there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-21, 07:23 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Catch for today. A 1986 Schwinn Prelude. Columbus...

Catch for today. A 1986 Schwinn Prelude. Columbus Tenax, Suntour Cyclone and someone switched out the downtubes to stem mounted Suntour Accushift. Also I love the engineering of the rear rack to make...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-21, 07:48 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

I'm not sure why I do this to myself, but I...

I'm not sure why I do this to myself, but I always look through the dirt and rust and see something worth saving for no investment at all besides my time and a few parts. 1992 Trek 750 will make a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Well I don’t know of any Park Tool I wouldn’t...

Well I don’t know of any Park Tool I wouldn’t pick up for $1.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-21, 07:44 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

That's funny you should say that. I have a...

That's funny you should say that. I have a standard Vent Noir in the stable. This one was converted to a later model Dura Ace group, but I kept all of the 1st gen/Crane Dura Ace group. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-21, 07:38 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

A couple catches today. Nothing super fancy, but...

A couple catches today. Nothing super fancy, but solid. A Windsor mixte with some cool lug work and an 89 Schwinn Impact (love the black chrome paint on this). Should clean up nice and probably flip...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

So just like most of us, I cannot pass up an $11...

So just like most of us, I cannot pass up an $11 bike that is in pretty good original condition and just looks like a fun neighborhood cruiser. Heck, I've sold Pletcher racks like it has for more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-21, 07:47 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Picked up this 1993 Cannondale R400 at an auction...

Picked up this 1993 Cannondale R400 at an auction last night. Looks to be all original but storage was not nice to it. Somebody seemed to be using some gold paint around it so there are some spots...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-21, 12:16 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

So I’m not a huge fan of shopping for bike parts...

So I’m not a huge fan of shopping for bike parts or supplies at the big box stores, but when you walk by the clearance rack at a Target and see 700x38 tires for $6 and 26x2.0 for $10 you just have to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-21, 06:16 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

So this came home with me today. 1985 Ross...

So this came home with me today. 1985 Ross Signature 294S full Campy and all original even down to the Campy pedals and straps. Should clean up nicely. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-21, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Sure is. I got those from an auction a few months...

Sure is. I got those from an auction a few months ago. I like old tools like that. You can see a Holland pipe vise sitting next to them. Heavy duty stuff.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 07:33 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

I think this was a pretty good grab today. Not...

I think this was a pretty good grab today. Not much luck with bikes in the thrift stores recently, but this was at a Goodwill for $30. 1993 Miyata Triple Cross. I found out why they probably donated...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-20, 06:29 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

So why would you buy a fairly common 1977 Schwinn...

So why would you buy a fairly common 1977 Schwinn Le Tour II for $25? Just for the saddle would be my answer. A fairly nice (not perfect B72) that cleaned up pretty nice with the first coat of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Picked up this 1995 Trek 930 SHX. At least I...

Picked up this 1995 Trek 930 SHX. At least I think it is an SHX model. The catalog does not show this color scheme for the SHX, but the components match everything it lists for them. The standard 930...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-20, 08:32 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Austro Daimlers are nice bikes. I picked this one...

Austro Daimlers are nice bikes. I picked this one up about 10 years ago on another Craigslist deal. It was sitting by a barn and the guy threw it into the deal. I have just finished a few upgrades on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

One of our local cycling club members posted on...

One of our local cycling club members posted on our website that she had some bike frames that she was getting rid of. One was a late model CAAD 10 that I missed out on, but I did get this 1994...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Picked up this Miele Svelto this weekend. Tiny...

Picked up this Miele Svelto this weekend. Tiny for what I ride, but overall great shape. Dating it at a 1993. Has the Exage 500ex group. Anyone familiar with the Columbus CroMor frame? Seems a little...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-20, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Seems only project bikes are crossing my path...

Seems only project bikes are crossing my path these days. Snagged this 1997 Trek 2120 ZX before it was trashed. Have the ST1055 shifters partially working and soaking a bit to loosen them up. Way too...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-20, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

Picked this up off of FB marketplace. 1986 Trek...

Picked this up off of FB marketplace. 1986 Trek Elance 400 Reynolds 531. A little rough around the edges, but the Shimano 600 6200 series calipers were worth the $20. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-20, 04:31 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

That’s really cool. I wonder if I could take it...

That’s really cool. I wonder if I could take it back in for some warranty work??
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-20, 07:38 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

I was able to pick this up this week. 1974 Super...

I was able to pick this up this week. 1974 Super Course MKII. A little rough, but I’ve cleaned up worse. Not sure I can save the saddle, it’s pretty dry.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

I’m the same way. I’ll pick up some pretty nasty...

I’m the same way. I’ll pick up some pretty nasty projects, but I like to look past the rough edges to get a nice piece of bike history. I am picking up a 73-76 Raleigh Super Course MK II tonight....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,243
Posted By brandenjs

I’ve got one similar to this. Such a fun...

I’ve got one similar to this. Such a fun neighborhood bike. It’s always a hit at parties. ...
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