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07-18-12, 01:51 PM
#2551
Chainstay Brake Mafia
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^ that looks more like a step thru frame w/ an extra set of chainstays.. seems kinda odd to do it like that
07-18-12, 03:23 PM
#2552
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Put this together a while ago:
Racing vintage class at the keyesville classic:
It cleaned up nice:
The original Craigslist find:
Racing vintage class at the keyesville classic:
It cleaned up nice:
The original Craigslist find:
07-19-12, 12:36 PM
#2555
Cardiac Case
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I'll play. Bought the frame (and the rigid "Pepperoni" fork") in the early 90s, and it has gone through a few rebuilds since then. This is the latest incarnation.
At the moment, I have slicks and lights mounted and it serves in my night time club rides.
At the moment, I have slicks and lights mounted and it serves in my night time club rides.
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07-21-12, 04:56 PM
#2558
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Varioius states of disrepair
I'm not very discriminating when it comes to old mtbs, if its a butted frame and cheap I'll get it. I have all but the red Univega Alpina Pro, but except for the 83 Stumpy which I bought new(shown with BOB,which I really don't like, and pool supplies, ) they are down to the frames and parts bin. Bianchi griz, Pug canyon express and urban express(nice duo), trek 830 antelope, diamondback as found(I like this color, sort of peachy). the Sierra is on loan to my 14yr old nephew built as city 7speed(pics to come). Some of the frames share wheels for pics. So, lots of fun projects ahead as time permits! Oh yeah, sorry for the cut off and nd side pics of the stumpy.
Brian
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07-21-12, 05:46 PM
#2560
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I'm not very discriminating when it comes to old mtbs, if its a butted frame and cheap I'll get it. I have all but the red Univega Alpina Pro, but except for the 83 Stumpy which I bought new(shown with BOB,which I really don't like, and pool supplies, ) they are down to the frames and parts bin. Bianchi griz, Pug canyon express and urban express(nice duo), trek 830 antelope, dimondback(I like this color, sort of peachy). the Sierra is on loan to my 14yr old nephew built as city 7speed(pics to come). Some of the frames share wheels for pics. So, lots of fun projects ahead as time permits! Oh yeah, sorry for the cut off and nd side pics of the stumpy.
Brian
Brian
07-22-12, 08:20 AM
#2562
Panasonic Nut
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Bikes: 2000 Pinarello Paris | Panasonics: '88 DX-5000 / '88 DX-4000 / '88 MC-5500 (sold) / '86 Team America / '86 Team Japan (2) / '85 Team / '84 DX-4000 (sold) / '91 PR-6000 / '89 PICS Team Custom / '83 AR-6000 Aero / '89 DX-1000 / '89 Team MC Custom (sold
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07-22-12, 03:59 PM
#2564
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Thanks. Rude Rudy was built by the Italian manufacturer Verlicchi. Rider Dave Cullinan piloted his Verlicchi, a frame similar to this one, to the UCI Downhill world title in Bromont in 1992. It was the 1st full suspension bike to win a world title. Verlicchi supplied downhill frames to several brands: Iron Horse, Kona, Diamond Back, Batavus and more. They also built the quirky 'boom tube' hardtails for the Swiss company S-bike.
The Verlicchi downhill frame was developed in close cooperation with Marzocchi. Both companies had a background in motorcycles: Verlicchi with frames, Marzocchi as suspension specialist.
Swing with Marzocchi damper unit >>>
About 3.5" travel at the rear axle.
The Marzocchi XC400 hydrolic forks >>
The Verlicchi downhill frame was developed in close cooperation with Marzocchi. Both companies had a background in motorcycles: Verlicchi with frames, Marzocchi as suspension specialist.
Swing with Marzocchi damper unit >>>
About 3.5" travel at the rear axle.
The Marzocchi XC400 hydrolic forks >>
07-22-12, 04:40 PM
#2565
自転車整備士
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Bikes: '86 Moots Mountaineer, '94 Salsa Ala Carte, '94 S-Works FSR, 1983 Trek 600 & 620
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Neglected to add these to this particular pot of Mulligan Stew...
07-22-12, 07:46 PM
#2569
自転車整備士
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It's a '93½ -- '93 graphics, but '94 spec. 39cm frame size. All original, < 50 miles, have the OEM Ritchey Alphabite 1.95 tires with nubs still on them and the original MKS pedals.
07-23-12, 01:59 PM
#2571
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07-23-12, 02:14 PM
#2572
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'Rude Rudy' is not my first Verlicchi. I already have a Verlicchi and I covered many enjoyable miles with it. Here the proof:
A slightly younger model (circa 1996) with Sachs Quarz gruppo. There are many close up pictures available under this link >>> go here for my 1st Verlicchi
On the Retrobike forums I've started a thread with scans of reviews, advertisements and other articles. View them here >> a lot Verlicchi content - enjoy
Rude Rudy is an Italian Stallion in its purest form.
A slightly younger model (circa 1996) with Sachs Quarz gruppo. There are many close up pictures available under this link >>> go here for my 1st Verlicchi
On the Retrobike forums I've started a thread with scans of reviews, advertisements and other articles. View them here >> a lot Verlicchi content - enjoy
Rude Rudy is an Italian Stallion in its purest form.
07-23-12, 04:36 PM
#2574
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I do not know whether it is 'that one', but I acquired it through Mp a couple weeks ago. Located near Rotterdam. I've taken a look, but I don't find one near The Hague.
07-23-12, 05:58 PM
#2575
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Here's the Haro I have been working on. I might still install the red ano Race Face crank someday, but the Alivio FD and crank provides some super smooth shifts for the time being. After one ride through the apt. complex hills I can tell all the rave reviews on mtbr are true. One of the smoothest riding bikes I've ever ridden, it honestly feels like it has a rear suspension when riding off of curbs, etc. It climbs nicer than my newish P-1 all mountain, even with a 28T big rear gear. (Vs the 11-32 on the P-1)It's 3x8 right now, with a 42/32/22 front and 11-28 rear. It also weighs in about 3.5 pounds less than the P-1, which doesn't hurt in the climbing dept. I bet. It's 28.04 with the B.17. LOVE it, battle scars and all!,,,,BD
The Haro Escape. I have no idea what level of Escape it was. No indications on the frame other than a Kinesis decal. I built it from a bare frame.
The P-1 in it's current state. I may sell it soon to fund my temporary unemployment. It will probably be up for sale in the next few weeks..
The Haro Escape. I have no idea what level of Escape it was. No indications on the frame other than a Kinesis decal. I built it from a bare frame.
The P-1 in it's current state. I may sell it soon to fund my temporary unemployment. It will probably be up for sale in the next few weeks..
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