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12-02-19, 08:08 PM
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12-02-19, 08:28 PM
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The Monty Python is some pretty top shelf entertainment, and as my latest acquisition, the Super Course, isn't a top of the line bike I suggest we substitute Benny Hill in place of Monty Python, if at some point I end up with a some true top of the line C&V steel in my stable we could upgrade to Monty Python then?
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12-02-19, 08:46 PM
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The Monty Python is some pretty top shelf entertainment, and as my latest acquisition, the Super Course, isn't a top of the line bike I suggest we substitute Benny Hill in place of Monty Python, if at some point I end up with a some true top of the line C&V steel in my stable we could upgrade to Monty Python then?
Besides, the SC is a fine example of a bike that punches well above its weight class, many consider it to have a more magical ride, vibe, feel than those above it.
I had one a bit newer that absolutely flew even with me on it and was a stellar ride, bent fork and all.
12-02-19, 09:07 PM
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My best friend is in the Seattle area and has agreed to pick up anything I find in her area and send it to me. Heck, her husband would get a kick out of packing a bike to mail it. He's quirky that way.
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12-02-19, 09:53 PM
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12-03-19, 05:23 PM
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You carry a spare RD, and use it to replace a pranged Delrin Simplex, so you continue your ride, you will get "Likes" and kudos, plus, you'll gain plenty of Forum cred 
. Next thing you know you'll be asking whether it's a Eurpoean Swallow or an African Swallow carrying the coconut.....Holy hand grenade of Antioch!
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12-03-19, 08:14 PM
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Gathering up those bonus points are we? You carry a spare RD, and use it to replace a pranged Delrin Simplex, so you continue your ride, you will get "Likes" and kudos, plus, you'll gain plenty of Forum cred . Next thing you know you'll be asking whether it's a Eurpoean Swallow or an African Swallow carrying the coconut.....Holy hand grenade of Antioch!
You carry a spare RD, and use it to replace a pranged Delrin Simplex, so you continue your ride, you will get "Likes" and kudos, plus, you'll gain plenty of Forum cred . Next thing you know you'll be asking whether it's a Eurpoean Swallow or an African Swallow carrying the coconut.....Holy hand grenade of Antioch!What is the airspeed velocity of that sparrow, again?
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12-03-19, 10:28 PM
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I was digging through parts today, and I came across a brand new never mounted 27" specialized touring turbo tire for my "new bike", wish I had 2, but one is better than none!
12-04-19, 04:20 PM
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Depends on whether its a European Swallow, or an African Swallow.......however you asked about sparrows
Sparrows are missiles hung on aircraft and ride radar beams into a bogey's aircraft, AMRAAMs (or Slammers) are much more efficient.
Sorry I have absolutely no idea how to link in the video clip of the coconut scene from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"
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Sparrows are missiles hung on aircraft and ride radar beams into a bogey's aircraft, AMRAAMs (or Slammers) are much more efficient.
Sorry I have absolutely no idea how to link in the video clip of the coconut scene from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"
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12-04-19, 04:31 PM
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I swear I had one or two of those Specialized tires. I even remember the bike I bought them with (a Schwinn). Can't find for the life of me.
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francophile thanks much, I kinda figured if I whined about my lack of IT skills someone would post the clip
You might watch eBay for a match, there are a few sellers that have listed vintage tires, but I am leery of using any tire with too many years on it, even if it was not mounted. Those were good tires, I've read many times where someone was searching for NOS examples.
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12-04-19, 04:44 PM
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I'll check ebay now, thanks for the tip!
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Meh, I'm in your camp about older tires. I have piles of older tubulars and a a few non. I'd rather hold this one for donation here and/or trade for parts or newer pairs than buy a match. Albeit, I've seen claims older tubulars being better than modern and more valuable, but ... can't get over the age.
12-04-19, 04:53 PM
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Meh, I'm in your camp about older tires. I have piles of older tubulars and a a few non. I'd rather hold this one for donation here and/or trade for parts or newer pairs than buy a match. Albeit, I've seen claims older tubulars being better than modern and more valuable, but ... can't get over the age.
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12-04-19, 10:54 PM
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Reminds me of a college debate competition I attended where some poor guy referred to an "organism" as an "organ". The opposing team had a field day with that one. "You can't just pop out a kidney and keep it as a pet."
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Depends on whether its a European Swallow, or an African Swallow.......however you asked about sparrows
Sparrows are missiles hung on aircraft and ride radar beams into a bogey's aircraft, AMRAAMs (or Slammers) are much more efficient.
Sorry I have absolutely no idea how to link in the video clip of the coconut scene from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"
Bill
Sparrows are missiles hung on aircraft and ride radar beams into a bogey's aircraft, AMRAAMs (or Slammers) are much more efficient.
Sorry I have absolutely no idea how to link in the video clip of the coconut scene from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"
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....with exception to some mad admin that wrongly censors cycling topics. So bad, he probably lost a week of sleep after seeing this. Lol
(No joke! If you would have the chance to see his lengthy threatening PM, you'd think he's got a spoke driven, ear to ear through his head.)
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12-06-19, 08:50 PM
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I think I have that all figured out on my own :-P
I've spent about 25 hours over the last 3 days in my garage cutting grinding and welding, and the result of my efforts is, this,
And here is some video of me riding it,
The upper wheels rotate backwards when you ride forwards. The upper rear wheel spins relative to chain speed, the upper front wheel spins relative to ground speed, and the front brake operates on the upper front wheel and slows the bike through the front chain to the lower front wheel. The rear brake works on the lower rear wheel, and if you come to a stop with only it, the upper 2 wheels will continue to spin backwards as they are freewheeling in that direction. It still needs a bit of crap welded to it to make it easier to get started on from flat ground, and it needs front and rear derailleurs hooked up, but I’d kinda like to run a Sturmey archer 3 speed in it, hmmmmm... geeking out hard with the welder the last few days obviously. All the bikes that went into this came from the dump! And, yea, I'm having a hard time coming up with a reason that I shouldn't build up a 26" sturmey wheel for the back of this....
I've spent about 25 hours over the last 3 days in my garage cutting grinding and welding, and the result of my efforts is, this,
And here is some video of me riding it,
The upper wheels rotate backwards when you ride forwards. The upper rear wheel spins relative to chain speed, the upper front wheel spins relative to ground speed, and the front brake operates on the upper front wheel and slows the bike through the front chain to the lower front wheel. The rear brake works on the lower rear wheel, and if you come to a stop with only it, the upper 2 wheels will continue to spin backwards as they are freewheeling in that direction. It still needs a bit of crap welded to it to make it easier to get started on from flat ground, and it needs front and rear derailleurs hooked up, but I’d kinda like to run a Sturmey archer 3 speed in it, hmmmmm... geeking out hard with the welder the last few days obviously. All the bikes that went into this came from the dump! And, yea, I'm having a hard time coming up with a reason that I shouldn't build up a 26" sturmey wheel for the back of this....