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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 5,418
Views: 875,326
Posted By Fredo76

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4742_f20a8877eaafaca1d07bd548b93d212bf6f6fcf1.jpg
A Catalpa (bean tree) in bloom today
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 464
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: 5
Views: 51
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 3,211,909
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 609,220
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: Advocacy & Safety
06-01-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,951
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 609,220
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: 3,743
Views: 88,478
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: 3,743
Views: 88,478
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: 885
Views: 50,577
Posted By '02 nrs

$50. zeeland,Mich

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link below;
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 381
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 885
Views: 50,577
Posted By '02 nrs

$25. glassport,PA

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link below;
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 464
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: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 84
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: Mountain Biking
06-01-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,369
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: 55
Views: 13,229
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: 2,287
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: 916
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: 55
Views: 13,229
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: 41
Views: 464
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, 10:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 464
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: 916
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: 3,743
Views: 88,478
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: 3,743
Views: 88,478
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 55
Views: 13,229
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: 488
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 317
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 41
Views: 464
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: 19
Views: 474
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 472
Posted By shelbyfv

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 464
Posted By thinktubes

Most likely 23-inch if it’s the bike pictured....

Most likely 23-inch if it’s the bike pictured. Guessing the guy doesn’t know how to measure. Worth looking at in-person.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 50,577
Posted By SoCaled

Nishiki Alien - $70 - Winnetka, CA ...

Nishiki Alien - $70 - Winnetka, CA
www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2765230516969524/?
No drive side pic, but should be Deore XT & Tange Prestige tubing
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 50,577
Posted By SoCaled

Get in the Van! Ritchey Road Logic - $300 -...

Get in the Van!

Ritchey Road Logic - $300 - Chatsworth, CA
www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1646983666074663/?
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 102
Posted By FBinNY

If a new wheel is delivered that far off, your...

If a new wheel is delivered that far off, your best option is to return for refund or replacement. I'd prefer a refund because that much of an error is a solid indicator of zero quality control.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 50,577
Posted By SoCaled

Trek 850 - $45 - Corona, CA ...

Trek 850 - $45 - Corona, CA
www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2122240038150649/?
Buy the thumb shifters, get the bike for free
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 87
Posted By joelzieve

Swiss-Made Vintage Road Bike - Full Campagnolo/Campy Components (1973 Super Mo

$700

This steel racing machine has been completely refurbished and looks/rides (almost) as good as it did when the hand-made build was completed. I don’t know the history, but I imagine that it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 153
Posted By jfouellette

These are all relevant questions. I decided to...

These are all relevant questions. I decided to order them since replacing the existing wheels was easy to justify. The rear wheel was a heavy BMX rim with large spokes, very strong and heavy with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 269
Posted By genejockey

Yeah, I think the Ironman Experts had 105 and...

Yeah, I think the Ironman Experts had 105 and white hoods. That would probably have been the BL-1051 or 1052 (https://si.shimano.com/en/pdfs/ev/BL-1051_1052-0762/EV-BL-1051_1052-0762F.pdf), which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 21,875
Views: 3,190,805
Posted By darkmoon

It's a beautiful sunset in Philly. I'm happy...

It's a beautiful sunset in Philly.

I'm happy to find another Molteni orange Merckx fan.
I started cycling in 1975 and the king in the bike racing was Eddy Merckx, Japan's Miyata build orange...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 52
Posted By Rick_D

Edge 820 to 840, first thoughts

Upgraded my Garmin Edge after years of mostly faithful service. Liked the 820 enough I got Edge mounts for my bikes and retired the various old wired and wireless computers, preferring to switch just...
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