semi-pro frame build done!
11-30-16, 05:25 PM
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semi-pro frame build done!
Some months ago I snagged a semi-pro frameset off ebay on impulse because it was so pretty i could not resist.
Well- its finally on the road!
Well- its finally on the road!
11-30-16, 05:33 PM
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Great job! My yellow 79 SP was a wonderful bike.
11-30-16, 05:43 PM
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This bike is so clean; it's pretty and smoking hot.
You are getting me motivated to fix up my 1978 Trek TX 900. . . .
You are getting me motivated to fix up my 1978 Trek TX 900. . . .
11-30-16, 05:54 PM
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Love it. The Cyclone componentry with that Holdsworth retro-style crankset is perfect for the frame. Impressive that you've got a Cyclone GT shifting a pretty wide-range 8-speed cassette. Is it finicky at all?
11-30-16, 06:25 PM
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11-30-16, 06:29 PM
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not so far! one thing to note: the cassette is actually a 9 speed with the 11t removed to make an 8, so its running a 9 speed chain and the cogs are closer together which might make it easier on the GT to do the range.
11-30-16, 06:33 PM
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Nice!
I like the way you're hanging on tight to that Brooks Pro saddle. Buddy of mine's wife had a Brooks B66 stolen in Berkeley. He's switched to theft proof bolts on his seat posts.
I like the way you're hanging on tight to that Brooks Pro saddle. Buddy of mine's wife had a Brooks B66 stolen in Berkeley. He's switched to theft proof bolts on his seat posts.
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Beautiful.
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interesting mix of components with the Raleigh stem and bars.
Great choices, and beautiful crank.
Great choices, and beautiful crank.
11-30-16, 09:29 PM
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Semi Pros and Pro Tours of that vintage came with pinstriping from the factory.
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11-30-16, 10:10 PM
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but it all came out pretty good. I was worried that the silver braided cables would be too much, but I am now glad I went there.
and yes, the pinstriping is factory: someone along the way removed the Centurion decals... but I find I don't mind - keeps it quite clean and still has the badge in front for anyone who is interested to know.
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11-30-16, 10:37 PM
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It is good to know that the SunTour Cyclone derailleur and ratchet barcons can handle your "narrow-8" speed setup. Nicely done!
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11-30-16, 10:42 PM
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That is a great looking machine. It looks ready for a century or rando ride.
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Seriously class bike and you did a fantastic job of building it up.
What did you do for brakes and levers?
What did you do for brakes and levers?
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Don't worry at all. The braided cables are one of the things I noticed right away - they are awesome!! I wanted to try them on my 710 but went budget last minute. Maybe on my Austro-Daimler next summer...
12-01-16, 09:29 AM
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I do have some center pulls but i decided to go against conventional wisdom... if it was a pro-tour then yes, centerpulls, but a semi-pro i felt could swing either way and since I went to the bother to hack them.. i felt i should use them. They are, btw, very good brakes.
mix of modern and vintage but trying to keep it classic
12-01-16, 09:33 AM
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Beautiful. Love the drillium!
12-05-16, 02:52 PM
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so I got impatient looking for the perfect bag (that did not cost $200) and got this tool bag for $16, and its near perfect! yes, the colors could be better, but it holds quite a bit and if I end up not liking it.. i can always use another tool bag.
