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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-27-21, 06:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-21, 07:32 AM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,130,558
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Rare Jeunet frameset

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-21, 09:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

I just found this listing for this exact frame....

I just found this listing for this exact frame. This isn't just a similar frame, it is the exact one in my possession: the size, scratches and marks are a perfect match. This was listed in 2013 in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-21, 09:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

The inside fork steerer measures 22.2mm with my...

The inside fork steerer measures 22.2mm with my calipers and a test fit with a Cinelli stem confirms this(tight fit). I was wrong about the English threaded bottom bracket, it’s French threaded. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 20,146
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1. Confente 2. pre colombo Cinelli SC 3. De...

1. Confente
2. pre colombo Cinelli SC
3. De Rosa Professional
4. Masi Gran Criterium
5. Gios Super Record
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-15-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Thank you for the help and link to that other...

Thank you for the help and link to that other thread. It appears I have a higher end Motobecane of some sort based on the fish mouth dropouts. I assume it’s an uncommon European model as there is no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-21, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,126,037
Posted By Retrogrouch731

My collection of vintage mtb’s

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1992 Nishiki Kodiak with XT/DX components ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-21, 06:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,905
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Early 90’s Nishiki Kodiak

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-21, 04:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

I’ve suspected it may likely be a Motobecane but...

I’ve suspected it may likely be a Motobecane but have yet to find one with the same stye of finish at the dropouts on both the fork and frame. This frame has a distinct scalloped finish on the ends...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Also I’ve weighed the frame and it’s about...

Also I’ve weighed the frame and it’s about 4.4lbs.
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-21, 12:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,142
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Mystery Frame Identification: Reynolds 531 with Campagnolo dropouts

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 66,897
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1987 Koga Miyata FullPro

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1987 Koga Miyata FullPro
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-20, 05:23 PM
Replies: 1,088
Views: 294,872
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Opus III

The Opus III is a true racing machine and an absolute masterpiece. Mine rides like dream and is supremely responsive. As good as the best of the best. Craftmanship and finish of the frame is truly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-20, 06:39 AM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,079,515
Posted By Retrogrouch731

I have known about and admired this Serotta for...

I have known about and admired this Serotta for over a decade. I've seen it often hanging up in a garage along one of my main riding routes. One day, while riding by the house, I noticed several...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-12-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,926
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Looks to almost certainly be an Opus III. Great...

Looks to almost certainly be an Opus III. Great find, the Opus III is one of the finest frames ever made.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-01-20, 08:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,926
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Just make a bunch of short, meaningless posts in...

Just make a bunch of short, meaningless posts in this thread to get your post count up.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-26-20, 04:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,926
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Do you have any photos of the frame to post? The...

Do you have any photos of the frame to post? The bottom bracket shell, dropouts, and lugs have very distinct traits onthe upper level Fuji's. The short serial number does point to it being one of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 703
Views: 322,320
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1986 Pro Miyata

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Derailleurs and shifters upgraded to Superbe Pro....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 1,088
Views: 294,872
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1986 Opus III

Just finished building up this 86 Opus III. —-
Superbe Pro: brake calipers, brake levers, front derailleur, rear derailleur, crankset, seatpost
Campy C record shifters(I have the Superbe pro’s but...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,209
Posted By Retrogrouch731

40 degrees Fahrenheit is my bottom threshold for...

40 degrees Fahrenheit is my bottom threshold for what I will set out for a ride in and if it dips into the upper 30’s while I’m already out, that’s ok. I used to ride all the way down to the lower...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-19, 08:59 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,763
Posted By Retrogrouch731

It’s been slow

It’s been slow the last month but I’ve had a good year overall, so no complaints. Bought 3 completes(91 Cinelli supercorsa, 77 Trek tx900, and 86 pro Miyata) and 2 frame sets(86 Fuji opus iii &...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-19, 06:03 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 59,108
Posted By Retrogrouch731

The Fuji Opus III is, in my personal opinion, the...

The Fuji Opus III is, in my personal opinion, the most underrated vintage bike I have come across. Having owned and ridden some notable C&V machines(Cinelli SC, De Rosa Pro, Masi Prestige , Gios Pro...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-19, 09:56 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 322,320
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1986 Pro Miyata and 1987 Koga Miyata Fullpro

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 864
Views: 311,406
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1986 Pro Miyata and 1987 Koga Miyata Fullpro

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-19, 07:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,141,322
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Fuji Design Series

https://allentown.craigslist.org/bik/d/northampton-fuji-design-series-vintage/6984298597.html

This Design Series Fuji is an incredible bike. I have an Opus III and it is such an underrated frame....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-19, 10:41 AM
Replies: 7,821
Views: 928,288
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1977 Trek TX900 ...

1977 Trek TX900
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-19, 08:52 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,141,322
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Yes, the frame is where the value is in that JP...

Yes, the frame is where the value is in that JP Weigle and not the components. Although some of the components on that particular bike are nice(Campagnolo Nuovo Record cranks and brakes), the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,141,322
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Here is a JP Weigle in Chicago. I tried to...

Here is a JP Weigle in Chicago. I tried to purchase this bike but the seller stopped messaging me. We had exchanged several emails and even were to the point of setting up a day and time to meet and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-19, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,476
Posted By Retrogrouch731

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1977 TX900 updated with Nuovo Record crank with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-19, 06:27 AM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,476
Posted By Retrogrouch731

TX900 updated with Thomson elite seatpost and Brooks Professional saddle

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-19, 07:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,947
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1985 Professional NOS

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-19, 06:25 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 49,891
Posted By Retrogrouch731

My 1991 Supercorsa and 1973 Speciale Corsa...

My 1991 Supercorsa and 1973 Speciale Corsa https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0313_8e5796bbce652133f959e6f52dcb82ca83167183.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-19, 11:33 AM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,476
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1977 tx900

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,791
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Miles

I consistently ride around 1,000-1,200 miles a month during the warm season(Mid to late March through the end of October), 600-800 a month November/December, and as little as 400 a month during the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-01-19, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,001
Posted By Retrogrouch731

I bought this bike and it turned out to be in...

I bought this bike and it turned out to be in surprisingly good shape. All bearing cups and cones are clean and not pitted. Stem and seatpost were not seized. The frame and fork straight and dent...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-29-19, 06:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,631
Posted By Retrogrouch731

It is a nice bike overall but the asking price is...

It is a nice bike overall but the asking price is a bit high, better bikes can be had for the same price or even less if you are patient. $350-450 is more in line with what it is worth in the current...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-29-19, 06:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,188
Posted By Retrogrouch731

$100-150 in the current market

$100-150 in the current market
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-29-19, 06:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,135
Posted By Retrogrouch731

$200-300 in the current market, maybe a bit more...

$200-300 in the current market, maybe a bit more if the right buyer comes along.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-29-19, 06:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,764
Posted By Retrogrouch731

These are rare and there is a limited collector's...

These are rare and there is a limited collector's market for them. They weren't nearly as good as the 5200/5500's and it wouldn't be a great rider. $700-800 and it might take a long time to find a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-19, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7,821
Views: 928,288
Posted By Retrogrouch731

1977 Trek TX900

Completely rebuilding and overhauling a 1977 Trek TX900. All components have been removed, cleaned, and it is ready to be reassembled.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-28-19, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,502
Posted By Retrogrouch731

That dent is pretty deep but likely isn't going...

That dent is pretty deep but likely isn't going to ruin the ride or structure of the frame. Collector value is voided but it would make a great rider and $250 is fair but a bit on the high end bc of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-28-19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,101
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Gorgeous bicycle!

Gorgeous bicycle!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-28-19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,808
Posted By Retrogrouch731

Nice bike with a lot of potential but also needs...

Nice bike with a lot of potential but also needs a lot of work. For someone who can do the work themselves, it would be a good investment but not for someone who has to pay for the work to be done....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-28-19, 03:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,012
Posted By Retrogrouch731

That wasn't a top of the line model but is still...

That wasn't a top of the line model but is still a very nice bike and significantly better quality than anything new for 2-3 times that. If it is in good shape, $175 is a good price.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-28-19, 03:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,753
Posted By Retrogrouch731

It's always best to dress in layers and do some...

It's always best to dress in layers and do some short test rides to assess what works for you personally and also once you are warmed up.
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