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11-20-10, 07:40 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,651
Posted By Allan Pollock

What a beauty! Please don't remove those decals....

What a beauty! Please don't remove those decals. These bikes are getting more and more rare....especially in such good condition.....besides, you can't see the decals while you're riding it. In fact,...
10-02-10, 05:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,446
Posted By Allan Pollock

6 speed index is hit and miss and moving to 7...

6 speed index is hit and miss and moving to 7 speed index would involve buying a new rear wheel, cassette, derailleur and shifter. Definitely possible, but can get pricey (more than the price of a...
05-25-10, 07:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,195
Posted By Allan Pollock

that's a great deal!...as long as it fits. Allan

that's a great deal!...as long as it fits.
Allan
04-10-10, 05:49 AM
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-10, 09:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 708
Posted By Allan Pollock

Exactly describes the problem I'm...

Exactly describes the problem I'm having...flushing with WD40 doesn't seem to solve it. Is it toast?

Allan
04-02-10, 05:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,692
Posted By Allan Pollock

yep. basically, forever. Sorry. Allan

yep. basically, forever. Sorry.
Allan
03-21-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,699
Posted By Allan Pollock

ok for spacing, but not all 8 speed cassettes...

ok for spacing, but not all 8 speed cassettes will work with that set up. with the 7400 series, you need a matched pair of dura ace cassette and shifters. That Sheldon Brown page has all the required...
03-03-10, 06:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,030
Posted By Allan Pollock

"One way or another though, that auction you...

"One way or another though, that auction you posted is proof enough that there is such a thing as a 7-speed, HG-cassette-compatible, Dura-Ace rear hub."

I disagree. Best not to assume that the...
03-03-10, 06:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,229
Posted By Allan Pollock

talk about a solution in search of a problem....

talk about a solution in search of a problem. what's wrong with riding in dress shoes with leather-covered half clips?

Allan
02-15-10, 07:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,201
Posted By Allan Pollock

quick piece of advice: don't paint it. this is...

quick piece of advice: don't paint it.
this is a slow time of the year for selling bikes, so wait it out. this bike is a beauty az it is and will sell for a fair price in the warm months.

Allan
02-05-10, 11:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,619
Posted By Allan Pollock

hi, my name's Allan and I'm a C&V addict. In...

hi, my name's Allan and I'm a C&V addict.

In all honesty, I'd probably rather ride a motorcycle, and up until a couple years ago, that's exactly what I did. Then, my wife gave birth to our second...
11-03-09, 10:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,998
Posted By Allan Pollock

catastrophic? really.

catastrophic? really.
10-14-09, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By Allan Pollock

that's hilarious. this is more useful: ...

that's hilarious. this is more useful:
http://sheldonbrown.com/k7.html

Allan
10-10-09, 03:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,535
Posted By Allan Pollock

I think it would depend on whether you spend more...

I think it would depend on whether you spend more time on the tops or in the drops.
Tops - use stem shifters
drops - use bar ends

That said, my personal bias is for bar ends (I have them on 2...
10-04-09, 11:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,173
Posted By Allan Pollock

As far as I know, Miyata used the same frame for...

As far as I know, Miyata used the same frame for their cyclocross bike, the alumicross. I've never owned one (I came annoyingly close...a flipper bought one out from under me) but I would think that...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,308
Posted By Allan Pollock

yup, here's one: ...

yup, here's one:
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442619352&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1253044892515

Allan
09-14-09, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,159
Posted By Allan Pollock

I think he meant 3mm. 590mm-584mm=6mm in...

I think he meant 3mm. 590mm-584mm=6mm in diameter. therefore, brake reach increases 6mm*1/2=3mm with a change from 650A to 650B.

I would guess that the brake arms could accomodate a 3mm increase...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-09, 06:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,324
Posted By Allan Pollock

Used is defiinitely the way to go. you can get...

Used is defiinitely the way to go.
you can get a top of the line 10 year old ride for around 500-600, depending on your local used market.

for $600CDN I recently bought a hand made 1997 columbus...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-09, 06:10 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,409
Posted By Allan Pollock

I have a few bikes, some with bells, others...

I have a few bikes, some with bells, others without and I've found that bells are generally not that useful on my commute. on the path, I don't pass someone unless I can take the entire oncoming...
09-12-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,784
Posted By Allan Pollock

whatever it is, it has gilco tubing, nice looking...

whatever it is, it has gilco tubing, nice looking lugs, full dura ace and some fine ambrosio wheels. colnago or not, the asking price is fair IMO.

Allan
09-12-09, 02:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,560
Posted By Allan Pollock

once you have measured and found the correct...

once you have measured and found the correct sized headset, and if it's still loose, then you should know that I've had success with red locktite to get a loose crown race to sit still
info on...
09-12-09, 09:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,845
Posted By Allan Pollock

sweet, thanks!

sweet, thanks!
09-12-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,784
Posted By Allan Pollock

not exactly, the group on the colnago is a bit...

not exactly, the group on the colnago is a bit older and is 7spd (biggest difference is in the single versus dual pivot breaks, IMO)... but still a good price

Allan
09-12-09, 09:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,784
Posted By Allan Pollock

I've been watching that listing, but it's 2 hours...

I've been watching that listing, but it's 2 hours from me and 2 cm too small...even still, I found it tempting.
Allan
09-12-09, 06:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,845
Posted By Allan Pollock

hrmm, where did you find the replacement cog? I...

hrmm, where did you find the replacement cog? I would like some lower gearing on mine and this would be a nice simple solution!
Allan
09-08-09, 11:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,845
Posted By Allan Pollock

superb. and, I don't need photos, I have the same...

superb. and, I don't need photos, I have the same bike in green. A great cycle, incidentally.
Allan
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-09, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,674
Posted By Allan Pollock

very useful, peter. I haven't completely settled...

very useful, peter. I haven't completely settled on design yet, but I'm leaning toward something like this but with perhaps a second cross member
http://www.velo-orange.com/nimfrra.html

It's a...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-09, 08:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,039
Posted By Allan Pollock

for both powder and paint, the quality of prep...

for both powder and paint, the quality of prep work is everything. No matter what, the shop that does a better job stripping and cleaning the frame will give you the best finish. Find a good shop...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,674
Posted By Allan Pollock

that's an order of magnitude above my budget, but...

that's an order of magnitude above my budget, but I appreciate the advice.
Allan
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-09, 06:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,674
Posted By Allan Pollock

would this one be useful? ...

would this one be useful?
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/WeldingSoldering/Torches/PRDOVR~0587557P/BernzOmatic%253F%2BPropane%252BOxygen%2BCutting%2BTorch%2BKit.jsp

Allan
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-09, 06:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,674
Posted By Allan Pollock

thanks for the tips folks! I'll look into the...

thanks for the tips folks! I'll look into the torch (but price is a factor) and will use cromo as a first project.

Allan
Forum: Framebuilders
07-24-09, 12:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,674
Posted By Allan Pollock

another beginner brazer

Hello folks
I'm thinking of learning how to braze and am thinking of doing a rack as my first project. I searched around and found a few good sites by people that have done this. Now I am at the...
07-21-09, 08:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Allan Pollock

excellent custom frames made by marinoni for...

excellent custom frames made by marinoni for bertrand. If it fits and you are happy with the price, you won't likely be dissapointed.

Allan
07-20-09, 12:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,832
Posted By Allan Pollock

As per Sheldon.... I find that it's easier to put...

As per Sheldon.... I find that it's easier to put the grease on the drive side cone (on the spindle) and then stick the balls in the grease. Carefully insert the spindle into the BB.

Allan
07-20-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,418
Posted By Allan Pollock

In mine, there was a quality issue. It wasn't a...

In mine, there was a quality issue. It wasn't a an issue with the freewheel mechanism, but there was an unevenness and slop in the bearings. tick tick tick tick clug. The "ticks" are normal, but the...
07-20-09, 10:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,418
Posted By Allan Pollock

I hate being the only dissenter, but I have to...

I hate being the only dissenter, but I have to disagree with the consensus on this one. I personally dislike newer shimano HG freewheels for two reasons.

The first is that I have had quality...
07-11-09, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,424
Posted By Allan Pollock

nice bikes!

nice finds!
A couple of notes:
the saddles are B72--standard issue on the raleigh sports of the time--wider than the B17 and include an interesting spring in the frame. Also, the thing attached to...
06-29-09, 07:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,204
Posted By Allan Pollock

that's a very nice bike! I wouldn't change much...

that's a very nice bike!
I wouldn't change much at first. Make it comfortable (stem, saddle, handlebars) and then see if you enjoy riding it enough to spend a bunch more money on it. you never know,...
Replies: 16
Views: 12,496
Posted By Allan Pollock

yep that's high, even for ottawa, where prices...

yep that's high, even for ottawa, where prices have jumped recently due to a couple of over active and optimistic flippers. you have to keep an eye open, but better deals do surface.
Allan
06-16-09, 11:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,492
Posted By Allan Pollock

yep, remove the crank arm , secure crank arm to...

yep, remove the crank arm , secure crank arm to something (I often just use the floor) use a long lever on your pedal wrench or smack it with a heavy mallet. It'll break free. Just watch your...
06-14-09, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,217
Posted By Allan Pollock

it adds up, but it's generally worth it. go to...

it adds up, but it's generally worth it. go to the bike shop and have a look at the new bikes that cost 300. your 20 year old miyata is nicer than anything they have for under $1000, I guarantee it!...
06-14-09, 12:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By Allan Pollock

damn, you people have nice stuff.

damn, you people have nice stuff.
06-14-09, 12:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,399
Posted By Allan Pollock

fair enough, but you should know that it's not as...

fair enough, but you should know that it's not as difficult as you might think. then again, some of the most costly repairs I've had to make to a bike were the result of bad mechanical work on my...
06-14-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,399
Posted By Allan Pollock

around here, a complete overhaul should only cost...

around here, a complete overhaul should only cost about $150-200 canadian. That includes taking everything apart, cleaning, lube, put back together. Includes repacking all bearings and adjusting...
06-14-09, 06:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,399
Posted By Allan Pollock

yes, a major problem. I'll sacrifice myself and...

yes, a major problem. I'll sacrifice myself and take it off your hands. It's what any kind hearted soul would do.
;)
Allan
06-12-09, 07:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,822
Posted By Allan Pollock

as others have said, these are probably around...

as others have said, these are probably around same level of quality. but, it would appear that the suntour is a long cage derailler whereas the shimano is a short cage.use long cage if you want...
06-12-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,705
Posted By Allan Pollock

I have these: ...

I have these:
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442281239&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693841&bmUID=1244812314530

listed as 27X 1 3/8 but they measure...
06-07-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 965
Posted By Allan Pollock

stoopifyingly pretty cranks! Allan

stoopifyingly pretty cranks!
Allan
06-03-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,618
Posted By Allan Pollock

Ignore those who tell you what to do with your...

Ignore those who tell you what to do with your bike. If you want to paint it, then paint it. Just know, before you start, that painting a bike is not easy to do and takes a long time to do it well....
06-01-09, 06:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,586
Posted By Allan Pollock

heheh, I thought this was a joke about someone...

heheh, I thought this was a joke about someone selling a box that once contained oranges .... for $5K.... in Florida!
gave me a good chuckle
Allan
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