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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,548
Posted By PromptCritical

Spokes from Prowheelbuilder.com arrived today, so...

Spokes from Prowheelbuilder.com arrived today, so it's time to start lacing a wheel. I decided to use a Campy 32H low flange hub (freewheel) that I bought in Italy in 1981!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 7,987
Views: 982,151
Posted By hazetguy

I've been making a few period correct-ish changes...

I've been making a few period correct-ish changes to my Wes Mason.

Started off with installing a close enough date stamped Brooks Professional saddle, replacing a much later version. Very comfy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 21
Posted By randyjawa

What are the Odds..?

Last summer, I found this Ford issued Devinci mountain bike at the rural landfill site (dump) near my summer cottage......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 22,448
Posted By noglider

May 31 is our wedding anniversary. We didn't...

May 31 is our wedding anniversary. We didn't realize it until late in the day. We normally don't make a big deal of it. We made a little deal and had a really good dinner out with a couple of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 88,571
Posted By rjones28

Shakedown cruise for the Cosmic Stallion in...

Shakedown cruise for the Cosmic Stallion in Little Rock this morning.

Mrs. rjones28 is still smiling, after a couple of hours in the saddle.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 652
Views: 72,109
Posted By Biker Pete

Approx 300 miles this month. Daily 10 mile loop...

Approx 300 miles this month. Daily 10 mile loop averaging 20 mph. Loving the FMB tubular tires! (110 psi front, 120 psi rear).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 6,555
Views: 817,172
Posted By smontanaro

Glad some of them worked for you! ...

Glad some of them worked for you!

Piggybacking on SurferRosa's post, I will note that I have a few pairs of even smaller toe clips. If you'd like something, let me know, I'll take pictures and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 27,244
Views: 3,212,037
Posted By Samac

Beautiful day to ride to work. Cheers, ...

Beautiful day to ride to work.

Cheers,

Scott
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 5,418
Views: 875,356
Posted By Fredo76

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A Catalpa (bean tree) in bloom today
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Rusty chain, no big deal. I’m always careful with...

Rusty chain, no big deal. I’m always careful with a bike where the saddle/seat post are jammed down to the frame. A stuck seat post or stem really takes the fun out of a new bike. Make sure you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 75
Posted By Koyote

Bearings are easily and inexpensively replaced…...

Bearings are easily and inexpensively replaced… Why is the shop trying to sell you an entire new wheel?

PS: your bike is not obsolete, and replacement parts will be available for a very long time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By polymorphself

Rusty chain is not a big deal at all and...

Rusty chain is not a big deal at all and depending on where you live is very common for bikes that have sat for a long time. Assume that with any bike you buy from a stranger who hasn't maintained it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 27,244
Views: 3,212,037
Posted By andrewclaus

I just came down the big hill after a breakfast...

I just came down the big hill after a breakfast ride up to Evergreen. I made it an out-and-back on Hwy 40 (I-70 frontage road) due mainly to a foot race event limiting road access in the neighboring...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Mr. 66

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6,493
Views: 609,285
Posted By jaxgtr

62 today with the front 35 into a 25 mph mostly...

62 today with the front 35 into a 25 mph mostly cross headwind which sucked. I was doing 280 watts to maintain 17 to 18 going south on a pancake flat route. Once I turned to come back, I was doing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,639
Posted By Mad Honk

A bit of a break from the day job, and I am ready...

A bit of a break from the day job, and I am ready to start the handlebar set up. I am down to one pair of SR brake levers in the stash and I did purchase three orphans for parts. So my dreams of a $4...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-01-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 1,969
Posted By UserX

Something to consider.

Something to consider : the faster vehicle type bears more responsibility than the slower one. That is, cars have more responsibility than bicycles and bicycles have more responsibility than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By polymorphself

If that Schwinn Tempo is near you and still...

If that Schwinn Tempo is near you and still available I would snag that quickly. Your size, higher end, good reputation and an awesome color and a steal of a price.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6,493
Views: 609,285
Posted By Troul

124 miles & I only had 1 near miss from a...

124 miles & I only had 1 near miss from a distracted derp... round abouts are dangerous.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 88,571
Posted By TMonk

Took the climb today in spectacular fashion....

Took the climb today in spectacular fashion. Group of two up the road before the climb, I'm in a chase group of 5, main group 20s or so back. I launch as we were closing in, latched on about 45s...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 88,571
Posted By BillyD

Eagle Travails So I took a break from...

Eagle Travails

So I took a break from visiting the eaglets in early June (2011) to spend a couple of weeks at the Jersey shore before schools let out. When I left, the babies were getting big and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 889
Views: 50,666
Posted By '02 nrs

$50. zeeland,Mich

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 391
Posted By satbuilder

I’m still fiddling around with that seatpost...

I’m still fiddling around with that seatpost height. I had another panto one, the short version with the diamonds on it, but it was just a little short. But there’s plenty buried inside the seat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Aubergine

Well, here are a few of my 55-56 bikes. Bars are...

Well, here are a few of my 55-56 bikes. Bars are not that high. I used to have them a cm or so lower but I'm a little older than I was!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 889
Views: 50,666
Posted By '02 nrs

$25. glassport,PA

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Trakhak

That would be a good "relaxed" fit, with...

That would be a good "relaxed" fit, with handlebars at roughly the same height as the saddle.

Many women, and many men who have heavy upper bodies, do better with that kind of relaxed fit, because...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 58
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

You should be able to broadcast your heart rate...

You should be able to broadcast your heart rate from your Fennix to the Garmin.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 98
Posted By merziac

An unfortunate one that has been defiled by a...

An unfortunate one that has been defiled by a kickstand? :twitchy:

No idea but looks ok if a good deal. ;)
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 58
Posted By hammond9705

I upgraded from a 820 to a 540 a couple months...

I upgraded from a 820 to a 540 a couple months ago. Agree with your comments. Much quicker between screens (especially maps) and in picking up gps signal. Really happy with it. I like being...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-01-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,374
Posted By SoCaled

Not mine, saw this listed this a.m. Very...

Not mine, saw this listed this a.m. Very confusing BSO - low end parts, messy welds, single Reynolds tube? Was sold by Sears?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,253
Posted By Noossab

By the way, the Moulton Bicycle Club publishes a...

By the way, the Moulton Bicycle Club publishes a quarterly magazine for members. They liked my story and restoration enough to include it in the next issue. I'll post a copy when it is available.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,290
Posted By JaccoW

I love what you've done with the bike! Who knew...

I love what you've done with the bike! Who knew it would get such a new lease on life after all these years. And that maroon paintjob is still gorgeous. <3

Thanks for the update!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 921
Posted By Spellscape

Im russian , but its not Russian

Im russian , but its not Russian
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,253
Posted By Narhay

I had little faith when I saw the original...

I had little faith when I saw the original pictures but I'm a believer now. Well done.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By branko_76

Don't be afraid of French bikes. Since it will be...

Don't be afraid of French bikes. Since it will be used for casual riding, I seriously doubt you will wear out any parts that will be hard to find. Also, "stem shifters" should not be a deal breaker,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7,516
Views: 3,755,313
Posted By cleverbeefalo

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Aubergine

Whoa. I am 5'7" and a 55-56 is *my* size. (At...

Whoa. I am 5'7" and a 55-56 is *my* size. (At least with the old horizontal top tube frames.)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 921
Posted By Kilroy1988

My wife, who is Russian, says it looks weird -...

My wife, who is Russian, says it looks weird - which is as I thought and why I called her in. In particular the "u" should look like a lower case "y" and not like that stylized thing. Also, Russians...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 88,571
Posted By DougRNS

Here's another Italian red ( in 1 liter size)...

Here's another Italian red ( in 1 liter size) reviewed by Robin Garr in his newsletter I've been getting since the early 2000s....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 88,571
Posted By Mojo31

You would enjoy - Google Palm Island in the...

You would enjoy - Google Palm Island in the Grenadines.

Shi*ty day in paradise is better than a good day at home.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Trakhak

Most of the replies you're getting are from guys....

Most of the replies you're getting are from guys. Which is fine: many of us know our stuff and are delighted to try to help a new or returning rider find the right bike.

That said, there are women...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,253
Posted By Noossab

It's been a few years. I recently reread my post...

It's been a few years. I recently reread my post and noticed that I forgot to post photos of the completed project. I ride the bike with pride now and then around Mission Bay. I never did completely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 492
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

Ended up finding some Panracer GK slicks 650b x...

Ended up finding some Panracer GK slicks 650b x 38 on amazon for $35 each. Can't really beat the price for what they are. Thanks for the info everyone :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By squirtdad

this looks to be your size (at 6' think 58 cm/23...

this looks to be your size (at 6' think 58 cm/23 inch roughly....can go down to 57/56 cm but going bigger is not good)

it does look like a good solid platform for your projects

this will be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Although it's a buyer's market in terms of price,...

Although it's a buyer's market in terms of price, it's still going to take time to find your gem. Just like any other form of antiqueing, or shopping for a used car, you are going to have to trawl...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By PhilFo

One other thing the OP may think of is leaning on...

One other thing the OP may think of is leaning on this community here at bike forums, and getting a bike through one or more of us. I say this because for a little bit more in the budget, a person...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 324
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

No according for some people’s taste.🙄 Cheers, ...

No according for some people’s taste.🙄
Cheers,
Van
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By Aubergine

You're getting good advice so far, but I have to...

You're getting good advice so far, but I have to throw out a few comments. First, don't shy away from French bikes. Although they used different standards for some parts before the 80s, they are not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 509
Posted By bboy314

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the...

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the price, assuming it’s in decent shape.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-01-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 481
Posted By PromptCritical

I had the fit done on my primary road bike. ...

I had the fit done on my primary road bike.

To port over the fit, measure everything on the road bike that affects the fit (seat tube, seat post extension, crank length (add those together), top...
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