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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 03:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

The Davidson's original owner, presumably who I...

The Davidson's original owner, presumably who I bought it from (documents and writing on the original steerer line up), is not Bill Russell. I do know a Mr. Russell; he is also not Bill Russell. :)
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 12:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

I use Dumonde Tech chain lube--the normal medium...

I use Dumonde Tech chain lube--the normal medium or dark green color and not the neon green color (or is that the bottle it comes in?). I haven't used any on this chain yet as it has low mileage and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-20, 11:29 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Ride update: Went on a spin with a couple of...

Ride update: Went on a spin with a couple of friends on this gorgeous Sunday afternoon. Mostly flat paved trails with some road/bike lane connectors (full of rocks, pebbles, and detritus that likes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-20, 06:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

A thank you is owed to both Prowler and Mr....

A thank you is owed to both Prowler and Mr. 66--we have a much improved/repaired front derailleur situation! Prowler, you reminded me of the FD cage height/funniness, and Jon you brought to my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-20, 10:04 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Thank you for the compliment. The FD is set as...

Thank you for the compliment. The FD is set as low as it can be, with a 1.0-1.3mm gap between the rear of the cage and the large chain ring (as we know, we set/measure this sort of thing with the FD...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-20, 06:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Some do, I don't (and most don't as well--at...

Some do, I don't (and most don't as well--at least I assume because I like to assume honesty here). I only mention that for accuracy as I took the photos mid-test ride. Towards the end I made a 3mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-20, 12:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

I have always loved your Signature--the color and...

I have always loved your Signature--the color and the build are just gorgeous. :love:

In my quest to accidentally become a lug connoisseur, the minimal lugs on the Signature (and the Impulse) are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 03:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Thanks, man. With the addition of this Signature,...

Thanks, man. With the addition of this Signature, that makes two bikes in the 66cm+ camp with everything else as 63.5-64cm. Part of me wishes this Signature was a full-on 67cm touring bike as I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

This is a better shot of the colors at play....

This is a better shot of the colors at play. Really though, it needs to be seen in real life, or I need to get my friend whose good with a camera to help us all out.

There are no level places on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

It was actually a little brighter here in ambient...

It was actually a little brighter here in ambient light at 6:30pm or so, but the photos came out alright without much or any altering. Anyway...

BRS300 levers sitting pretty with Criterium bars...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Well it's raining today, which means its a...

Well it's raining today, which means its a perfect day to upload some photos after riding around last night. Since iPhones, indirect lighting, and bicycles still don't go together the best, I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-20, 08:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Quick note: the Superbe Pro build is complete....

Quick note: the Superbe Pro build is complete. I'm just trying to finish up a couple of 'work' things before heading out for a test ride and photo shoot (aka with my iPhone). I will say that it looks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Thank you, all! plonz the former owner did like a...

Thank you, all! plonz the former owner did like a longer stem and bar set up, and I was glad to "adjust" it. I think that the 72.5° seat tube angle can adversely affect the "giant-ness" of a very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-20, 01:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Thanks! It's getting fitted with Superbe Pro from...

Thanks! It's getting fitted with Superbe Pro from my now-too-small Allez SE. The dark anodized rims with the tan wall Veloflex Master tires, plus the lustrous silver components are a devastating...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 10:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

This fork looked nearly pristine, thankfully. I'm...

This fork looked nearly pristine, thankfully. I'm happy to be back with original steel as well, for looks, original equipment, and steel "purity" (lol). I've now fully disassembled the bike so that I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 10:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

With the bike weighing in at 21.9 lbs with the...

With the bike weighing in at 21.9 lbs with the carbon fork, anything I did was going to add weight. No matter, I was here to get it setup the way that fits me. A Brooks B17 saddle, different seat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 09:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

This is the original build sheet! I have...

This is the original build sheet! I have Photoshopped identifying information out, leaving only the year date and of course everything else in. Gold-status provenance IMO, as well as a great deal of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 09:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Decals are in great shape. ...

Decals are in great shape.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 09:21 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,215
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Big Sig - 67cm 1988 Davidson Signature

So it appears RiddleOfSteel has left the (Stock Frame Size) building. Faced with the aftermath of a bike fit that, in short, gave his poor aesthetic ethos but two (two!) choices going forward: 1)...
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