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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 04:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 106
Posted By bboy314

PX10s are great. A PX10 this is not, as your...

PX10s are great. A PX10 this is not, as your quote makes clear.

Once again you ask for advice and are determined to ignore it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 300
Posted By plonz

I was not aware a WTB forum in the general...

I was not aware a WTB forum in the general marketplace section even existed.

I would also post a WTB listing in the Classic and Vintage Sales sub forum. A good portion of the listings there are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 8,013
Views: 990,254
Posted By Bianchigirll

ascherer Neat crankSET, is this a Hearse copy...

ascherer Neat crankSET, is this a Hearse copy from V.O. or something?

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0857_d304cf9e53e45e411afefd4d7f9bc8c66090dd52.jpeg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,206
Posted By Andy_K

https://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000158672079-0gbvsi...

https://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000158672079-0gbvsi-t500x500.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 8,381
Posted By merziac

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek: ...

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek:

;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:02 AM
Replies: 8,013
Views: 990,254
Posted By merziac

:thumb: Light bulbs and aha's should always...

:thumb:

Light bulbs and aha's should always be sought out and considered, especially when logic has been exhausted and failed.

I've seen and done more seat of the pants "engineering" that win...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 12:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 106
Posted By bboy314

That can only be answered by inspecting the bike...

That can only be answered by inspecting the bike in person. Given the quality of the bike to begin with, and how much rust can be seen in the pictures, I know I wouldn’t bother even for less than $50.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By Andrew_G

Here's some addtional info you can likely use: ...

Here's some addtional info you can likely use:

In 1939 British cyclist Tommy Godwin rode 75,065 miles, averaging 205 miles per day. He continued on into 1940, eventually accumulating 100,000 miles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,280
Posted By merziac

Volde, +1 :thumb:

Volde, +1 :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,526
Posted By AJW2W11E

I've been pondering the same issue. Weight...

I've been pondering the same issue. Weight lifting raises my blood pressure to 138 93 when I'm done. A long bike ride brings it to 126 74.
I'm using HCTZ for blood pressure control.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 204
Posted By bikingshearer

We're all missing a key part of the question:...

We're all missing a key part of the question: will a 9- or 10-sp Racing Triple crank play nicely with a 6-sp cogset? I have never tried that arrangement, In that set-up, the rear cogs will be a bit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,475
Posted By tomato coupe

Because this is what complaining sounds like:

Because this is what complaining sounds like:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 68
Posted By Doohickie

First New Bike in Decades

I haven't bought it yet, but the wife was not averse to the idea of me buying a new, modern bicycle. I used to post here often, not so much lately. I'm 61 now.

My road bike is a 1984 Raleigh Super...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,475
Posted By VegasJen

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,475
Posted By VegasJen

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,475
Posted By VegasJen

I may need professional help, but this is...

I may need professional help, but this is certainly the least of my problems! :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By Kontact

If you read what I posted, 4130 gets surface...

If you read what I posted, 4130 gets surface rust, but does not easily get the deep rust that you would find in simple steels. That's the reason that the majority of steel bikes do not rust through...
Forum: Southern California
06-06-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2,952
Views: 389,409
Posted By jonathanf2

Wednesday took it easy on the gravel bike and did...

Wednesday took it easy on the gravel bike and did 18 miles and 2100 feet of climbing. Days are definitely getting warmer!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By Duragrouch

I regret to say (as I own frames with such) 4130...

I regret to say (as I own frames with such) 4130 chrome moly has nowhere near enough alloys to prevent rust. It rusts like mad if countermeasures are not taken. The main corrosion resisting alloy is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,065
Posted By rsbob

I was on a club ride when an ass decided to just...

I was on a club ride when an ass decided to just join us because we were there. He blocked cars, rather than following the pace line, he flipped cars off and was rude to the other riders and acted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,280
Posted By Doug Fattic

Jeff Bock and Rich Gangl are staying at my place...

Jeff Bock and Rich Gangl are staying at my place tonight and we all will be driving to Auburn tomorrow Friday so all 3 of us will be there all weekend. I'll have a part in some of the presentations....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 1,427
Views: 502,285
Posted By celesteguy

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20240606_200703_41369aaa085eb8ac0120365e1bc9efe492488f0a.jpg

Bianchi Deda Zero steel frame circa 99 with Alpha Q fork and Sram Red...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,682
Posted By nlerner

He was quite prescient.

He was quite prescient.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By thinktubes

“BS” is 2/3 of LBS

“BS” is 2/3 of LBS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,280
Posted By TenGrainBread

Driving up tomorrow. One bike entered in the...

Driving up tomorrow. One bike entered in the Sunday show. Late 70s/early 80s Cherubim model "V". I have to be back in Madison by Sunday evening so it will be tight.
Bar tape on the bike is dirty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 380
Posted By SurferRosa

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to...

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to do a lot of different tasks, just make sure you consume it safely, especially when using scissors.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27,255
Views: 3,226,135
Posted By rsbob

28 miles with 1300’ climbing with Mrs RSbob. She...

28 miles with 1300’ climbing with Mrs RSbob. She even managed a quarter mile climb at 10% with a 12% cap on her trusty e-bike. She said she was peddling her @$$ off to get up that climb and was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 204
Posted By 79pmooney

My "good bike" is a 9-speed, 50-38-24 front,...

My "good bike" is a 9-speed, 50-38-24 front, Campy cassette to 28 teeth in back and a Mirage RD. That Mirage is a workhorse. One of the smoothest shifting RDs I've ever had, as predictable shifting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By jdawginsc

I am going to place a bet that the Huffy patrol...

I am going to place a bet that the Huffy patrol will be functional when the dinosaurs take the earth back over...

In fact, they are probably contributing to warding off the “big tear”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 109
Posted By Portlandjim

Show and Tell Exxon Graftek

I built this bike up a few years ago. I don't think I have ever shared it on C & V here, here's a link to some more photos:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mJ59NGTXpjtyLcpK9

Since these photos were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 97
Posted By Pompiere

I'll nominate my Performance Parabola. I bought...

I'll nominate my Performance Parabola. I bought it around 10 years ago for $70. I don't have any gravel near my house besides my driveway, so I can't attest to it's suitability, but it seems to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 660
Posted By ofajen

The Kent website didn’t specify but looking at...

The Kent website didn’t specify but looking at the picture, my best guess is 40/18. At 27.5” that would be about 61 gear inches. 60 was about what I would guess.

Otto
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4,118
Views: 99,225
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-06-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 172
Posted By Portlandjim

Aluminum brake pad holders came on the later...

Aluminum brake pad holders came on the later short reach Super Record with script logo and Cobalto brakes. I've seen these pad holders sell for $100 a set! I made the studs from 6-4 titanium and have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,118
Views: 99,225
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,065
Posted By rsbob

You should be well rested and ready to hit it...

You should be well rested and ready to hit it hard.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By SwimmerMike

This is exactly why I was so bummed when...

This is exactly why I was so bummed when Cupertino Bike Shop shut the doors a year and a half ago. The conversations were very different:


Me riding in on my 70's Colnango: I'm looking for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,065
Posted By rsbob

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 405
Posted By mstateglfr

the proposed rebate would be proportional to...

the proposed rebate would be proportional to purchase price because it would be a % up to a capped amount.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 1,006
Views: 57,411
Posted By WGB

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1181180572895434​​​​...

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1181180572895434​​​​​​vintage Raleigh Tourist$125
Listed 6 days ago
6 days ago
in Buffalo, NY
Details

Condition
Used – good

Early 70s DL-1 24 in frame 28 x 1...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-06-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 172
Posted By Portlandjim

Super Record brakes have levers with holes, the...

Super Record brakes have levers with holes, the calipers are the same as Record. The calipers shown in the offer look to be the short reach version. My eyes are seeing aluminum pad holders. If so,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By Pompiere

A new bike would definitely NOT make me faster by...

A new bike would definitely NOT make me faster by any significant amount. Besides, if I got a newer bike, I'll have to come up with a different excuse.:rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By cudak888

"Funny, in reality, the wall thickness of quality...

"Funny, in reality, the wall thickness of quality steel tubing is only about as much as a single business card. But that's still thicker than your argument."

-Kurt
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,615
Posted By cudak888

It tried to beat me yesterday and tonight. The...

It tried to beat me yesterday and tonight. The fork seemed to be off center; found one dropout bent just enough to affect installation. I still don't trust that the brake bridge is perfectly flat.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,065
Posted By jaxgtr

Total miles ridden since last Saturday. Zero,...

Total miles ridden since last Saturday. Zero, Nada, Zilch..... 18 hr days for the most part at work, except today, I had it easy, only 13, but I am going to try and sneak an indoor ride in Sat and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,154
Posted By Pompiere

The first official ride on the $1 Univega is in...

The first official ride on the $1 Univega is in the books. I did 20 miles with the local club. I am really happy with this bike. It tracked straight, soaked up the bumps, and didn't feel like a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 238
Posted By oldbobcat

Somebody makes a tool for this, but I can't find...

Somebody makes a tool for this, but I can't find it, and I never liked using it anyway. My preferred method is to simply replace the cassette with every other chain replacement.

If I don't know...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4,118
Views: 99,225
Posted By Velo Vol

What will you be doing at 97? ...

What will you be doing at 97?

https://x.com/RealPizzaPepe/status/1798794615002202548
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 874
Posted By bikingshearer

I think that a blast of FrameSaver or Boeshield...

I think that a blast of FrameSaver or Boeshield or a similar product (or even zandoval's mixture) every few years (or even every more than a few years) will most likely keep your Fuji going strong...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 1,006
Views: 57,411
Posted By rccardr

Yes, however that’s only one part of the problem....

Yes, however that’s only one part of the problem.
There have been several threads regarding the necessary mods, please look it up.
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