Clydes/Athenas, show us your bikes!
03-29-17, 07:35 PM
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I will but I am still restoring it. I am having trouble finding out information on what it was equipped like. I bought it as a bare frame and built it up with old parts I had laying around except for the BB which my LBS had one in stock but it was Shimano not Campy.
Most of these were sold as bare frames originally - many high end frames still are, but a few importers will put together build packages to make it easier for customers
There isnt a specific catalog spec, but in general, when new, the bike would have been built with Dura Ace 7700 9 speed or Campy Record or Chorus 10 speed and the customers choice of wheels and cockpit
03-30-17, 08:45 AM
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The closest picture I have is from a 2003 on gitabike.com. To me it looks like chorus. My only real concern is that italian thread BB and a square taper axle. I would think the modern thru type axle I have installed with Ultegra BB would tend to hold things together better. My spacing is good on the chainrings so no concern there. I may strip the paint off the crank and clear it to get a more 2000 vintage look.
04-09-17, 06:32 PM
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My apologies for not showing the drivetrain!
1999 Trek 800. It's a tank but I can't let it go! I want to upgrade the components but may as well get a new bike for what it would cost.
2015 Giant Defy Advanced 2. Just put on this new bar tape and will eventually get a new saddle (probably black). Love this bike!
1999 Trek 800. It's a tank but I can't let it go! I want to upgrade the components but may as well get a new bike for what it would cost.
2015 Giant Defy Advanced 2. Just put on this new bar tape and will eventually get a new saddle (probably black). Love this bike!
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04-10-17, 03:18 PM
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Currently have two road bikes. I also have a hybrid and an old mtn bike
Domane 5.9 with Dura-Ace I was able to purchase when I worked at shop. Love this one
Newest addition
Emonda SL6 Pro dark blue and orange
Replaced this bike Madone 4.5 which I out 9K+ miles on
The 4.5 replaced this one Madone 3.1 which I damaged less than two months in (still miss the color scheme)
Domane 5.9 with Dura-Ace I was able to purchase when I worked at shop. Love this one
Newest addition
Emonda SL6 Pro dark blue and orange
Replaced this bike Madone 4.5 which I out 9K+ miles on
The 4.5 replaced this one Madone 3.1 which I damaged less than two months in (still miss the color scheme)
04-11-17, 03:23 PM
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ok my third and last bike to share Nishki I bought new and have since completely rebuilt into a utility/commuter.... the frame,fork and seat post are original....everything else, not so much 1x8 with thumb friction shifters
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(looking for Torpado Super light frame/fork or for Raleigh International frame fork 58cm)
Life is too short not to ride the best bike you have, as much as you can
(looking for Torpado Super light frame/fork or for Raleigh International frame fork 58cm)
04-14-17, 08:38 PM
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Bikes: Kona Big Unit Single Speed, Kona Private Jake Single Speed, Jamis Renegade Elite
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04-17-17, 07:00 PM
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Canyon.jpg
Canyon CF SL in 3XL
MTB.jpg
Scott MTB in 2XL (still too small for me)
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Custom Duratec frame track bike (not my wheels though I wish they were)
Canyon CF SL in 3XL
MTB.jpg
Scott MTB in 2XL (still too small for me)
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Custom Duratec frame track bike (not my wheels though I wish they were)
04-25-17, 01:36 PM
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My Sirrus and recently acquired (two days ago) Veloce.
04-26-17, 08:17 AM
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Image taken last week, in the background a controlled burn of the Scotia Range is underway. FYI I've replaced my bar tape since this picture was taken!
04-26-17, 08:27 AM
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...and this is my gravel bike, which I have to take an updated picture of because I changed the saddle to a Charge Spoon (which I love FYI).
04-26-17, 08:52 AM
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05-03-17, 12:35 PM
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05-03-17, 12:41 PM
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05-06-17, 08:06 AM
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Restored 1989 Raleigh lightweight racer
I recently took my old UK racing bike out of storage and got it road-worthy again. It's a vintage 24in Raleigh frame with Reynolds 653 tubing with Campagnolo Omega Strada Hardox aero wheels. I bought this in 1990 when I was about 190lbs and rode it all over UK and Europe for many miles. I'm now 280lbs so I was worried it may not take my weight but so far it's been fine. I am careful not to over-stress it. The rims are so thin compared to modern bikes (about 22mm) but I've fitted Schwalbe 25mm tires and it all seems to work.
I also have a 2000-vintage Cannondale F600 that is built like a tank and has no problem with my weight but it is really uncomfortable doing any distance compared to the Raleigh racer. Its bars are lower than the saddle, putting pressure on the arms and hands. I'm looking into replacement Headshok stems and riser bars to make it a bit more upright and comfortable. I've also ordered a Brooks B17 saddle to replace the Zona Tres that is causing me numbness.
I also have a 2000-vintage Cannondale F600 that is built like a tank and has no problem with my weight but it is really uncomfortable doing any distance compared to the Raleigh racer. Its bars are lower than the saddle, putting pressure on the arms and hands. I'm looking into replacement Headshok stems and riser bars to make it a bit more upright and comfortable. I've also ordered a Brooks B17 saddle to replace the Zona Tres that is causing me numbness.
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05-06-17, 07:49 PM
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I guess I can post this here. She's brand new with 2 miles on her. I just brought her home today. I'm just getting back into riding after 5 years. 2017 Surly Disk Trucker
05-07-17, 08:20 AM
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I don't really weigh myself - I usually go by how my pants feel, and which pants are in the "they fit" rotation - but I know I'm over 200lbs, which is at least 20lbs over where I should be at 5' 8".
I'm probably what you call fit and fat - I spend 45-55 minutes jogging on a treadmill and 10 minutes on an erg (rowing machine) EVERY morning, no exceptions, but with a pretty sedentary desk job right now this is only enough exercise to maintain, and to lose I need to add another 25-30 minutes of cardio to the mix.
In the recent past I've had a job that let out early enough that I could swim with my wife in the mid-afternoon - that worked out pretty well - and I had another job recently where it was a pretty large campus so I got the extra exercise I needed just by walking between departments.
After trying to find something I could do that fit in with the geographical location and attendance responsibilities of my current job, I decided to purchase a cheap bike off of Craigslist to leave at work and here she is - a 1998 GT Palomar. After just a clean, tune, and lube, she's been riding pretty good. I did make a couple of mods - fitted a set of riser bars and a gel seat I had on hand from another bike, and I fitted the Cateye computer from off of that same bike. A couple of things that still bother me are the condition of the spoke protector - I have a new one coming - and I'm not real crazy about the twist shifters - I may change those out before I'm done.
I've taken to riding a 5.2 mile/25 minute loop between work and the nearby riverside trail, and after only a week in I'm already starting to feel better.
I'm probably what you call fit and fat - I spend 45-55 minutes jogging on a treadmill and 10 minutes on an erg (rowing machine) EVERY morning, no exceptions, but with a pretty sedentary desk job right now this is only enough exercise to maintain, and to lose I need to add another 25-30 minutes of cardio to the mix.
In the recent past I've had a job that let out early enough that I could swim with my wife in the mid-afternoon - that worked out pretty well - and I had another job recently where it was a pretty large campus so I got the extra exercise I needed just by walking between departments.
After trying to find something I could do that fit in with the geographical location and attendance responsibilities of my current job, I decided to purchase a cheap bike off of Craigslist to leave at work and here she is - a 1998 GT Palomar. After just a clean, tune, and lube, she's been riding pretty good. I did make a couple of mods - fitted a set of riser bars and a gel seat I had on hand from another bike, and I fitted the Cateye computer from off of that same bike. A couple of things that still bother me are the condition of the spoke protector - I have a new one coming - and I'm not real crazy about the twist shifters - I may change those out before I'm done.
I've taken to riding a 5.2 mile/25 minute loop between work and the nearby riverside trail, and after only a week in I'm already starting to feel better.
05-07-17, 09:45 PM
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I got this bike, 2nd day riding it 9 miles each day. Diamondback Overdrive 29 Hardtail 22" - 6'2 330lbs
from reviews it comes with some decent parts
SR Suntour suspension fork
Shimano 3x8 drivetrain
Tektro disc brakes
Rides great, replaced the seat for now with a cloud9 one.
from reviews it comes with some decent parts
SR Suntour suspension fork
Shimano 3x8 drivetrain
Tektro disc brakes
Rides great, replaced the seat for now with a cloud9 one.
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05-07-17, 10:28 PM
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I started riding bikes again a few months ago, at the time I already had a 2009 Giant TRC, but the reason it had not been used in years I realized was because it was really road focused 53/39 at the front and 12-26 at the back... I just could not get up hills.. anyway it got dusted off, now has a new 50/34 crank and a 11-28 cassette on the way.. its already way better and I did my first 100km ride less than 2 months after getting back on...
I have since bought a classic road bike for eventually touring on. This is a Bruno 700c Tour from Japan, its a lovely thing and gets a lot of attention...
I have since bought a classic road bike for eventually touring on. This is a Bruno 700c Tour from Japan, its a lovely thing and gets a lot of attention...
05-17-17, 08:11 PM
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Frame: Merlin Works CR XL
Shifters: Shimano Dura-Ace
Bars/Stem: Giant Contact SLR Carbon
Cranks:FSA Carbon w/ FSA rings
Pedals: Shimano Dura-Ace
Front Derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace
Brakes:Shimano Dura-Ace
Seat: Selle Italia Superflow
Post: FSA Carbon
Wheels: Enve SES 3.4 Carbon Clincher w/ Ti Skewers
It weighs 15.6lbs (without Wahoo) and is a 58cm and could still lose a pound if I wanted it to.
05-17-17, 10:07 PM
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EUROPE
A sampling, representing about 25-30% of my mostly C & V collection.
Colnago Super, I think my only Italian bike
Peugeot PX-10, unaffordable grail at age 14
1985 Peugeot PGN 10, favorite long distance bike
Early 1980’s Motobecane Grand Touring
Motobecane Interclub Tandem
Motobecane CV-6
1974(?) Raleigh International - as purchased
Raleigh Super Course MK II
Raleigh Super Course
Raleight DL-1 Tourist
A sampling, representing about 25-30% of my mostly C & V collection.
Colnago Super, I think my only Italian bike
Peugeot PX-10, unaffordable grail at age 14
1985 Peugeot PGN 10, favorite long distance bike
Early 1980’s Motobecane Grand Touring
Motobecane Interclub Tandem
Motobecane CV-6
1974(?) Raleigh International - as purchased
Raleigh Super Course MK II
Raleigh Super Course
Raleight DL-1 Tourist
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