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04-12-20, 02:19 PM
#7076
Old Boy
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Bikes: Mostly 1st-generation, top-of-the-line, non-unicrown MTBs/ATBs: All 1984 models: Dawes Ranger, Peugeot Canyon Express, Ross Mt. Whitney (chrome), Schwinn High Sierra, and a 1983 Trek 850.
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Fully Mission Capable
I've added a front rack to my Peugeot Canyon Express, which I have dubbed "La Bęte" (The Beast), and that has transformed this bike from a historic novelty into a fully mission-capable transport for precious commodities.
The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work.
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The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work.
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04-13-20, 07:35 AM
#7079
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Location: Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
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Bikes: 1973 Raleigh Super Course - 1981 Velo Sport Criterium - c.1988 Colnago Master Piu - 1991 Merlin Road - 1991 Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra - 1995 Pinarello Cromovan - c.1999 Lemond Maillot Jaune Team Saturn - 2002 Colnago C-40 - Also modern stuff
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Here is another vintage MTB. I recently completed the restoration, which honestly, was easy. This bike was in great conditions. Unfortunately, it is too small for me. Too bad because it rides really well.
04-13-20, 07:43 AM
#7080
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Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
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Bikes: Fuji Sportif 1.7C, Shogun Metro AT, Jamis Durango SX, Miyata Alumicross, Fuji Special Road Racer, Mongoose ATB, Fuji SST 1.0 Team, Gitane (?), Specialized Rockhopper SS, Univega Gran Turismo, Univega Supra Sport Mixte, Nishiki Tri-A, Diamondback Coil
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I've added a front rack to my Peugeot Canyon Express, which I have dubbed "La Bęte" (The Beast), and that has transformed this bike from a historic novelty into a fully mission-capable transport for precious commodities.
The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work.
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The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work.
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DSC_0012 by Eat More Plants1, on Flickr
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04-13-20, 08:16 AM
#7081
Intrepid Bicycle Commuter
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Location: Upstate New York
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Bikes: 1976 Motobecane Grand Jubile, Austro Daimler 'Ultima', 2012 Salsa Vaya, 2009 Trek 4300, Fyxation Eastside, State Matte Black 6, '97 Trek 930 SHX, '93 Specialized Rockhopper, 1990 Trek 950
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Here’s a quick updated picture of my 93 Rockhopper. Now with a matching basket bag from Carsick Designs to fit my Wald 137 basket.
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04-14-20, 07:55 PM
#7082
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Marin Bear Valley SE
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Just added to my vintage collection. This is very rare to find in this condition. Look at the decals!!!
https://imgur.com/gallery/ClxR80k
Just added to my vintage collection. This is very rare to find in this condition. Look at the decals!!!
https://imgur.com/gallery/ClxR80k
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04-14-20, 08:47 PM
#7083
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Bikes: Diamond Back Apex, Mongoose IBOC Aluminum Road Bike, SR road bike
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I've added a front rack to my Peugeot Canyon Express, which I have dubbed "La Bęte" (The Beast), and that has transformed this bike from a historic novelty into a fully mission-capable transport for precious commodities.
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The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
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The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work. .
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The rack seems perfectly suited to hold a 12-pack of beer or two 4-packs of bicycle-themed, locally-brewed cider:
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The big tires, inflated to only 40psi, soak up the bumps well enough to prevent the dreaded spray when you pop the top. It's nice to be able to put this noble French steed to work. .
Please forgive the phone pic.
04-15-20, 06:22 PM
#7084
Intrepid Bicycle Commuter
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Location: Upstate New York
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Bikes: 1976 Motobecane Grand Jubile, Austro Daimler 'Ultima', 2012 Salsa Vaya, 2009 Trek 4300, Fyxation Eastside, State Matte Black 6, '97 Trek 930 SHX, '93 Specialized Rockhopper, 1990 Trek 950
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That's a good looking bike. Question for those of you with front racks. Does it affect your steering much when loaded, or is it not noticeable? Reason I ask, is I've considered getting one for my Diamond Back. I have a rear rack with bag, but haven't committed to a front rack yet.
04-15-20, 07:20 PM
#7085
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Bikes: Diamond Back Apex, Mongoose IBOC Aluminum Road Bike, SR road bike
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I find that it definitely affects the steering. I had my front rack loaded up with about 17 or 18 pounds of groceries today, and it was pretty noticeable. Certainly not manageable, but steering accuracy was reduced. I still greatly prefer it over a rear rack though.
04-15-20, 10:43 PM
#7086
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heres my 1992 Pro (complete with Loopstays and Tolberone Top Tube!)
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04-16-20, 10:29 AM
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My frames been cleaned up and primer sprayed so far. Just waiting on a new finer air cap for my gun to continue progress atm.
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04-16-20, 02:31 PM
#7088
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Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Mission Viejo
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Bikes: 1986 Cannondale SR400 (Flat bar commuter), 1988 Cannondale Criterium XTR, 1992 Serotta T-Max, 1995 Trek 970
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Here is my 1992 Serotta T-Max...
John
Edit Added: Thought I would add some specs, if anyone cares. These pics are about 6 years old after I first built it; but this is my normal MTB rider and not much worse for wear. I don't build bikes to re-create an original as few original bikes can't be improved upon. I like the old stuff and I build them the way I want to; and with good components without paying "vintage" NOS prices. The Serotta is quick and handles great (41" WB) even with the longer Marzocchi fork. Weighs 28lbs complete with pump.
DX-650 hubs to Matrix Mt. Titan rims.
B-124 crank, (have an XT-730 that I will throw on one day), 24/34.
Marzocchi Z-3 Fork with 1" steerer and hard to find cable hanger.
XTR Canti's.
XT-760 RR rear derailleur, XT-737 front derailleur.
STX-RC 8 speed shifter to re-spaced 7 speed cassette.
Suntour XCD 4050 thumb (palm) shifter.
120mm Salsa stem.
It now has MG-1 pedals and a Spot chainring guard.
John
Edit Added: Thought I would add some specs, if anyone cares. These pics are about 6 years old after I first built it; but this is my normal MTB rider and not much worse for wear. I don't build bikes to re-create an original as few original bikes can't be improved upon. I like the old stuff and I build them the way I want to; and with good components without paying "vintage" NOS prices. The Serotta is quick and handles great (41" WB) even with the longer Marzocchi fork. Weighs 28lbs complete with pump.
DX-650 hubs to Matrix Mt. Titan rims.
B-124 crank, (have an XT-730 that I will throw on one day), 24/34.
Marzocchi Z-3 Fork with 1" steerer and hard to find cable hanger.
XTR Canti's.
XT-760 RR rear derailleur, XT-737 front derailleur.
STX-RC 8 speed shifter to re-spaced 7 speed cassette.
Suntour XCD 4050 thumb (palm) shifter.
120mm Salsa stem.
It now has MG-1 pedals and a Spot chainring guard.
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04-16-20, 05:45 PM
#7089
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Location: PDX
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Bikes: Merz x 5 + Specialized Merz Allez x 2, Strawberry/Newlands/DiNucci/Ti x3, Gordon, Fuso/Moulton x2, Bornstein, Paisley,1958-74 Paramounts x3, 3rensho, 74 Moto TC, 73-78 Raleigh Pro's x5, Marinoni x2, 1960 Cinelli SC, 1980 Bianchi SC, PX-10 X 2
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Iron Horse, not mine but getting an overhaul from me. Pretty cool, pretty heavy at 30.5lb. but seems well made, says full CR-MO, A frame, forged rear DO's, Exage hubs and FD, Altus RD, crank, shift/levers. Made in Taiwan.
Love this color and would have really liked to see it when it was new.
New seat, pedals, grips, tires and probably chain, cables, grease, etc.
Seems like Iron Horse devolved to Wally world level and I kind of thought that's all they really ever were until the fairly nice road bike showed up in "looking for" thread a couple weeks ago and now this so they started with somewhat good intentions but......
Only a couple pics turned out, I'll get more, maybe.
Love this color and would have really liked to see it when it was new.
New seat, pedals, grips, tires and probably chain, cables, grease, etc.
Seems like Iron Horse devolved to Wally world level and I kind of thought that's all they really ever were until the fairly nice road bike showed up in "looking for" thread a couple weeks ago and now this so they started with somewhat good intentions but......
Only a couple pics turned out, I'll get more, maybe.
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04-16-20, 07:55 PM
#7091
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First good ride on the ‘95 Hardrock in more than a few years. I’m exhausted!
04-16-20, 08:31 PM
#7092
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04-16-20, 09:24 PM
#7093
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Early to mid 90s? Kona Lava Dome that my wife bought me for my birthday oh so many years ago. Having Suntour should help age it. Sorry it's so dirty, but it is lovingly used! Derailleurs, wheels, brakes and shifters are original or replaced by identical parts. Stem and crank are recent replacements to my aging body (higher bars and lower gears).
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04-17-20, 08:49 AM
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I'm not a mtb guy, but I do have a pretty nice Trek 800 Antelope that I use with the kids when riding around campgrounds and such.
I saw this Haro Extreme on CL for $20 (and less than a mile from my house), and figured I should buy it. Early 1988, Tange MTB tubing, Shimano Deore XT throughout, everything except the saddle is 'date correct'. The guy rode it to meet me when I bought it. I rode it around my back yard and it seemed pretty nice. It is rather ratty, but has been cleaning up well so far. It's ~5 lbs lighter than my Trek, so I think the Trek will be sold off.
I saw this Haro Extreme on CL for $20 (and less than a mile from my house), and figured I should buy it. Early 1988, Tange MTB tubing, Shimano Deore XT throughout, everything except the saddle is 'date correct'. The guy rode it to meet me when I bought it. I rode it around my back yard and it seemed pretty nice. It is rather ratty, but has been cleaning up well so far. It's ~5 lbs lighter than my Trek, so I think the Trek will be sold off.
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04-17-20, 09:42 AM
#7096
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Location: Southern Ontario, Canada
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Bikes: Too, too many....
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Feast your eyes.
Like a lot of the old steel bikes in Canada, the Bianchi got a lot of time in storage.
Dirty but no rust. And too small for me but I couldn't resist it.
I have some new off-road bikes but still ride my old GT sometimes...
My wife likes the Bianchi a lot and is going to clean it up when the weather warms up.
It was minus 5˚ C this morning. That is 23˚ on the fahrenheit scale.
I put a rear carrier and a set of really smooth high-pressure 26 X 1.5" tires on the Super Grizzly and she just uses it for errands and casual road riding.
04-17-20, 10:16 AM
#7097
The dropped
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Bikes: Pake C'Mute Touring/Commuter Build, 1989 Kona Cinder Cone, 1995 Trek 5200, 1973 Raleigh Super Course FG, 1960/61 Montgomery Ward Hawthorne "thrift" 3 speed, by Hercules (sold) : 1966 Schwinn Deluxe Racer (sold)
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Above 0° C is above 32° F, so not 23°F more like 41°
04-17-20, 10:34 AM
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a fine chap
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My 93 (I think) Trek 950. The only mountain bike I have at the moment. I'm going to paint the lugs because lugs are amazing.
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04-17-20, 12:04 PM
#7100
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Bikes: Ritchey Swiss Cross | Teesdale Kona Hot | Haro Extreme | Specialized Stumpjumper Comp | Cannondale F1000 | Shogun 1000 | Cannondale M500 | Norco Charger | Marin Muirwoods 29er | Shogun Kaze | Breezer Lightning
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A friend gifted me a Ti seatpost binder bolt with blue anodized hardware, so I added some blue water bottle cage bolts. Perfect for NYC
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