Show us your bike that gets the most attention by others on the road
04-16-19, 10:45 PM
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I would say for me there's been two, mainly these, although some others get attention but these two by far
1. 1992 Klein Pinnacle in Backfire paint scheme
2. 1987 Centurion Ironman Expert
1. 1992 Klein Pinnacle in Backfire paint scheme
2. 1987 Centurion Ironman Expert
04-16-19, 11:14 PM
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Pink always gets attention, and dayglo, well...... 
04-18-19, 12:53 AM
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04-19-19, 10:30 AM
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I think it's time to raise the daughter's saddle.
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04-19-19, 11:07 AM
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This one. 1969 Raleigh Pro Mark 1, white "one year only" model. Far better than new repaint from CycleArt.
Another Washington collector of some note has a "Geoffrey Butler" that is almost identical to this bike.
Mark Petry
Bainbridge Island, WA USA
Another Washington collector of some note has a "Geoffrey Butler" that is almost identical to this bike.
Mark Petry
Bainbridge Island, WA USA
04-19-19, 11:45 AM
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04-19-19, 06:33 PM
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Had to take this one on the group ride for a few weeks
I think most people were surprised I was able to keep up! You don't see many old bikes around here, not least on fast paceline rides.
I think most people were surprised I was able to keep up! You don't see many old bikes around here, not least on fast paceline rides.
04-19-19, 10:09 PM
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Definitely my ANT. I'm pretty sure most people think it's a lot older than it is
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04-21-19, 06:39 PM
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1936 all original Hetchins Brilliant
04-21-19, 06:40 PM
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1927 original Iver Johnson 90B Chater Lea Special Racer
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04-22-19, 04:25 AM
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My ALAN BARALE, one of the few mounted with the excelent COLNAGO "PRECISA" fork
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04-22-19, 05:45 AM
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The thread started in 2013, brought back to live in 2019 which normally drives me crazy. Yet, this one was one of the more enjoyable threads to peruse on a early Easter Monday morning. First time seeing this thread and loved the bikes people posted. So to everyone who posted a big thank you. Keep them coming.
09-07-20, 02:26 PM
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This'un. But sadly most believe it's a Schwinn Twinn!
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09-07-20, 02:43 PM
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My wife's Stumpjumper for sure.
After that, folks ask about her MAP, my Weigle and my McLeans.
For new bikes, people ask about my Salsa Blackborow and Yeti SB5.
After that, folks ask about her MAP, my Weigle and my McLeans.
For new bikes, people ask about my Salsa Blackborow and Yeti SB5.
09-07-20, 06:51 PM
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This catches the most attention cause, well, it’s just different from the usual.
Back from my ride, new Mercier Nano mini Velo
Back from my ride, new Mercier Nano mini Velo
09-08-20, 06:00 AM
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There are two categories of admirers. One is the general public that either doesn't ride or rides infrequently. The always pick the one of the two that I happen to be riding at the time. All folding bikes generally get attention to this group as does a tandem.
Nothing really special about this folder except that it is a folder.
PB Tern Link D8 on Flickr
This probably gets attention due to the lack of paint but primarily due to it seating two people. Oh, which is the drive side?
P1010442 on Flickr
Of the handful of bikes I ride, the Pinarello Montello is the most commented on by the second group who are bike knowledgeable. It puzzles me as the Patina is strong in this one. I would not expect any comments at all! A guy in a SUB mergining onto 395 by the Jefferson Memorial slowed traffic down rolling his window down and shouting " Beautiful BIke!" I guess he was far enough away! Also have received good comments from bike shop managers about wanting it. Or is could be that this is the one I ride the most.
CConversion95 on Flickr
I have also received nice comments on the Bottecchia (dressed up in the Professional attire).
1972 Bottecchia Giro D'Italia (Professional conversion) , on Flickr
The one I admire the most is the most recent, De Rosa Professional. For a couple of reasons, the first is the Ferrari red, second is the flawless performance of the drive train and brakes. It look good to me too.
P1030593 , on Flickr
In summary, it probably doesn't matter which C&V bike you are riding, it is likely to get positive comments. The ones you appreciate the most will indicate to you what and who you value.
Nothing really special about this folder except that it is a folder.
PB Tern Link D8 on FlickrThis probably gets attention due to the lack of paint but primarily due to it seating two people. Oh, which is the drive side?
P1010442 on FlickrOf the handful of bikes I ride, the Pinarello Montello is the most commented on by the second group who are bike knowledgeable. It puzzles me as the Patina is strong in this one. I would not expect any comments at all! A guy in a SUB mergining onto 395 by the Jefferson Memorial slowed traffic down rolling his window down and shouting " Beautiful BIke!" I guess he was far enough away! Also have received good comments from bike shop managers about wanting it. Or is could be that this is the one I ride the most.
CConversion95 on FlickrI have also received nice comments on the Bottecchia (dressed up in the Professional attire).
1972 Bottecchia Giro D'Italia (Professional conversion) , on FlickrThe one I admire the most is the most recent, De Rosa Professional. For a couple of reasons, the first is the Ferrari red, second is the flawless performance of the drive train and brakes. It look good to me too.
P1030593 , on FlickrIn summary, it probably doesn't matter which C&V bike you are riding, it is likely to get positive comments. The ones you appreciate the most will indicate to you what and who you value.
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09-08-20, 07:19 AM
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People never seem to get over a Moulton.
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09-08-20, 03:38 PM
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Oddly enough it's this thing.
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09-08-20, 04:59 PM
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These are not my bikes but I saw the first 2 on an organized ride a few years ago.
I don’t know what he did at red lights.
He told me he designed it.
I’m sure he attracted lots of attention! He caught mine!
A guy I ride with occasionally brings one of his 3 recumbents to our group rides. He always attracts attention.
I don’t know what he did at red lights.
He told me he designed it.
I’m sure he attracted lots of attention! He caught mine!
A guy I ride with occasionally brings one of his 3 recumbents to our group rides. He always attracts attention.
09-08-20, 05:39 PM
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Very cool to see these two together.
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1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 197? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1971 Raleigh International, 1970 Raleigh Professional Mark I
Curator/Team Mechanic: 2016 Dawes Streetfighter, 1984 Lotus Eclair, 1975 Motobecane Jubile Mixte, 1974 Raleigh Sports, 1973 Free Spirit Ted Williams, 1972 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Philips Sport
09-08-20, 05:44 PM
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The chromed Professional Mark I gets 'em every time. So shiny...
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1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 197? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1971 Raleigh International, 1970 Raleigh Professional Mark I
Curator/Team Mechanic: 2016 Dawes Streetfighter, 1984 Lotus Eclair, 1975 Motobecane Jubile Mixte, 1974 Raleigh Sports, 1973 Free Spirit Ted Williams, 1972 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Philips Sport
1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 197? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1971 Raleigh International, 1970 Raleigh Professional Mark I
Curator/Team Mechanic: 2016 Dawes Streetfighter, 1984 Lotus Eclair, 1975 Motobecane Jubile Mixte, 1974 Raleigh Sports, 1973 Free Spirit Ted Williams, 1972 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Philips Sport
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