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02-12-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,101
Posted By Ex Pres

Wristwatch? No You need a Terry's stopwatch...

Wristwatch? No

You need a Terry's stopwatch holder

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02-01-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,396
Posted By Ex Pres

You are correct, the only answer is WWED

You are correct, the only answer is WWED
12-14-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 897
Posted By Ex Pres

Also some bike-boom entry-level racers from...

Also some bike-boom entry-level racers from France, like my c72 Gitane Interclub.

I'll let you discern the "quality" level.


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12-11-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 645
Posted By Ex Pres

My '72 does not have that particular ST decal,...

My '72 does not have that particular ST decal, but for BOTH the headbadge AND the stripes that are on the seattube,
From the Top:
Blue,
Red,
Black,
Yellow,
Green

(And the Blue has faded in...
12-05-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,359
Posted By Ex Pres

What about this internal TT routing added to my...

What about this internal TT routing added to my [previously owned] '78?
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10-02-23, 03:19 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,064
Posted By Ex Pres

The socketed lugs on the '85 weigh more than the...

The socketed lugs on the '85 weigh more than the '84's "plain" attachments.
The longer chainstays on the '85.
The cantilever posts on the '85. EDIT - I was thinking '83 w/o posts. If I just looked...
08-24-23, 04:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,002
Posted By Ex Pres

Larry was a hoot at the Auburn gathering last...

Larry was a hoot at the Auburn gathering last year. Lots of knowledge in that head of his.
08-02-23, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By Ex Pres

I have an '03 Casati Dardo with Deda shaped...

I have an '03 Casati Dardo with Deda shaped tubing labeled V107 - which as far as I can tell is 7003 AL.
And I like it. I ride this bike as often as any bike I own.
(Though I did ride the Ron...
05-25-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By Ex Pres

Looks like probably Ultra-6 spacing as well.

Looks like probably Ultra-6 spacing as well.
04-24-23, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,736
Posted By Ex Pres

Based on the model number the 451 is probably...

Based on the model number the 451 is probably targeted as "Tiagra" level, while the 650 is "Ultegra". Performance-wise that differentiation probably means little if any.
02-18-23, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 538
Posted By Ex Pres

Peugeot PSV10 need

Peugeot PSV10 need
02-11-23, 08:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 536
Posted By Ex Pres

In Andea Bonfanti's "Classic De Rosa", he has...

In Andea Bonfanti's "Classic De Rosa", he has detailed pictures of a '71 and a '74, they are both in blue. Parts of a '73 brochure, also with blue bikes, along with a Molteni frame. The '76...
Forum: Southeast
02-10-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,207
Posted By Ex Pres

Emerald Coast Cyclists have some routes posted...

Emerald Coast Cyclists have some routes posted here: https://www.sites.google.com/site/emeraldcoastcyclists/club-rides

I think most of these are road, not sure. But when I've ridden with them...
02-08-23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 464,646
Posted By Ex Pres

Start HERE ...

Start HERE (https://www.helmet.beam.vt.edu/bicycle-helmet-ratings.html)at my Alma Mater

(Va Tech helmet ratings)



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02-08-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 562
Posted By Ex Pres

It covers my Gitane Interclub, right at the price...

It covers my Gitane Interclub, right at the price I paid. Included a pump and some other goodies at that price. And also the TdF I wanted, but didn't have enough extra lawnmowing earnings.

Also...
01-30-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 476
Posted By Ex Pres

I usually don't like Ventos on steel (i.e....

I usually don't like Ventos on steel (i.e. small-tube) frames; but because they're silver, and the frame is too, I say OK.
And of course a funny bike needs a disc and aero front, but 1. colors need...
11-30-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 685
Posted By Ex Pres

Components show almost no wear. Nice pickup and...

Components show almost no wear. Nice pickup and cleanup. Very little difference from the '82 PXN10 I owned. Should ride nice.
11-06-22, 07:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,331
Posted By Ex Pres

Regarding concussion - if you really have a...

Regarding concussion - if you really have a long-term issue it can be a PITA. Hope you don't. For two years I couldn't go down hills and especially if it was both downhill and around curves at...
11-02-22, 07:02 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,783
Posted By Ex Pres

And yet I have a Gordon Chinook, same size, I...

And yet I have a Gordon Chinook, same size, I barely got even a nibble at $800. Maybe time to re-post.
09-16-22, 11:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 813
Posted By Ex Pres

I have some (Ergo) Sachs Rival / New Success...

I have some (Ergo) Sachs Rival / New Success you're welcome to buy and paint red to match :)
08-31-22, 07:14 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,879
Posted By Ex Pres

I think they must have made this category up at...

I think they must have made this category up at the last moment :lol: , but it's proof that even an ordinary rider, not just a wall-hanger, can win a little something at these shows.
(You'll notice,...
08-17-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,879
Posted By Ex Pres

Late signee, but in. I'm at the SureStay and...

Late signee, but in. I'm at the SureStay and will be arriving Thursday afternoon. My Frejus ain't like DBs, but I'll be bringing it to show, along with the Bruce Gordon [racing] Chinook. I'll be...
07-04-22, 07:17 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,795
Posted By Ex Pres

I've ridden Imperial centuries on the '74...

I've ridden Imperial centuries on the '74 Italvega, the '72 Frejus, the '83 Trek, a c.'80 Ranson and an '85 Trek that I no longer own, and also on some other mid-late 80's steel equipped with clicky...
07-04-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 629
Posted By Ex Pres

Newest pickup - 67 Atala - correct decals?

I found on the web that smontanaro has had one of these pass thru his hands.
If the first 2 digits are the year then this is a 1967 Model Competizione, the oldest bike in my shop.
Though the NR...
04-29-22, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,537
Posted By Ex Pres

I'm running a Cyclone Mark II FD shifting...

I'm running a Cyclone Mark II FD shifting 28/42/52 and it works well.
04-15-22, 07:38 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,359
Posted By Ex Pres

1983 cut-off must be a Classic Rendezvous devotee

1983 cut-off must be a Classic Rendezvous devotee
03-29-22, 07:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,264
Posted By Ex Pres

Need to replace that NR stuff with SR stuff and...

Need to replace that NR stuff with SR stuff and ride it.
02-02-22, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,797
Posted By Ex Pres

Gold. Not a common TdF color and very nice. I...

Gold. Not a common TdF color and very nice.
I love metric and think that should have been the standard, but today, I'd go with ISO for a replacement.
01-31-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,190
Posted By Ex Pres

Chinook by Bruce Gordon Cycles

Picked this up from a terrible local CL ad, written by the daughter. The owner actually knew he had something special but was moving and didn't intend to ride anymore.
He had bought this a while...
01-27-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 869
Posted By Ex Pres

This sub-forum needs an Ironman thread

So here's my '87 Miami Vice dressed up with Sachs Ergo 8s .
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https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51369509169_42f75271f1_h.jpg
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12-27-21, 11:48 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,558
Posted By Ex Pres

Just 2 this year. First: Ron Cooper f&f I built...

Just 2 this year.
First: Ron Cooper f&f I built up with period Campy SR. The OO had repainted this many years ago, however.
Sub 20# with pedals and cages. I'm keeping this one....
12-25-21, 07:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,029
Posted By Ex Pres

I think it's over on the CR list where I've seen...

I think it's over on the CR list where I've seen reported that this shop sometimes glosses over issues with some of their offerings.
Similar to what jamesdak reports in the post above, but more...
12-20-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,937
Posted By Ex Pres

You missed rim label oriented "right-side-up" to...

You missed rim label oriented "right-side-up" to the drive side when the hub label is "right-side-up" from the rider's perspective.
11-23-21, 04:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,700
Posted By Ex Pres

1. WRONG puller. You need a 23.35mm., and 2....

1. WRONG puller. You need a 23.35mm., and
2. I'm thinking you should be able to change the ring out without pulling the crank.

3. I have a Brooks Pro on mine.
4. I'll have to dig deep in the old...
11-15-21, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,032
Posted By Ex Pres

Full bikes I go the foam wrap + wooden dowel...

Full bikes I go the foam wrap + wooden dowel dropout insert route as noted above, but for frame/fork only I've decided to go minimalist.

I did this after receiving several frames from major...
10-14-21, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,423
Posted By Ex Pres

Your rig is similar to one I made up, u-bolts...

Your rig is similar to one I made up, u-bolts FTW.
I used a small jack to realign my blades, pushing on a bare axle I used in the dropouts.

Decided to add a picture of mine, though not in use. I...
10-06-21, 07:03 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 12,897
Posted By Ex Pres

I know some will say blasphemy, but I don't have...

I know some will say blasphemy, but I don't have a picture because I wouldn't own one.

Mavic starfish crank.

Here's a pic from the web (Edit: not allowed)

So somebody that owns one needs to...
09-17-21, 02:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,423
Posted By Ex Pres

Ha Ha, I make sure those types go out on bikes I...

Ha Ha, I make sure those types go out on bikes I sell so they don't hang around and get used.

Another one I sent packing was the first generation DuraAce paired-spoke wheelset WH-7700. Rolled...
09-07-21, 08:10 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,005
Posted By Ex Pres

So you won't be wearing your best shoes on fast...

So you won't be wearing your best shoes on fast rides?
09-02-21, 02:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,525
Posted By Ex Pres

If it doesn't move, I use anti-seize. If it...

If it doesn't move, I use anti-seize.

If it moves or spins, grease goes in.
08-25-21, 08:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,791
Posted By Ex Pres

C&V Addicts - we can get excited by the oddest ads

This was the ad on my local FB marketplace:

Title: Campganolo Gears (yes, spelled just like that)
With these 3 attention-grabbing photos, and no further description, except for the offered price...
08-06-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,487
Posted By Ex Pres

I weigh 210# and have AC's on two bikes. No...

I weigh 210# and have AC's on two bikes. No issues. Gotta get the screws tight, though.
07-26-21, 08:20 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 77,367
Posted By Ex Pres

My Cooper is finally built up and had its maiden...

My Cooper is finally built up and had its maiden voyage. Bike was great, rider/motor, not so much :)...
07-26-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,250
Posted By Ex Pres

I use a Suntour Cyclone Mk II with a 52/44/28...

I use a Suntour Cyclone Mk II with a 52/44/28 triple
06-03-21, 11:46 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 17,083
Posted By Ex Pres

Hey, most people I ride with consider my 10-speed...

Hey, most people I ride with consider my 10-speed Ergo bikes passe, too. May have to add them to the mix :)
04-30-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,410
Posted By Ex Pres

Well, that blows. Get those ribs checked out,...

Well, that blows. Get those ribs checked out, and stay safe out there.
04-23-21, 03:01 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 15,398
Posted By Ex Pres

I didn't race, nor was I around racers back in...

I didn't race, nor was I around racers back in the 70's or 80's - but I never owned or wore a helmet, nor do I recall seeing other riders wear one back then. Always wore a cap, if anything.
I guess...
04-20-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,783
Posted By Ex Pres

I don't think that's a PY. 1. Pretty sure the...

I don't think that's a PY.
1. Pretty sure the tubing sticker not fully pictured says 3 tubes
2. Competition on the TT. PXs are Super Competition, pretty sure the PY would be Prestige
04-07-21, 03:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,310
Posted By Ex Pres

Bought my first 10 speed from Pinto's Falls...

Bought my first 10 speed from Pinto's Falls Church, VA location back in '72 or early '73, a Gitane Interclub.
Had to go back and buy a fork after I wrecked it - so I "upgraded" and bought a TdF fork...
03-11-21, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 470
Posted By Ex Pres

start here:...

start here: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1103511-olympique-type-tour-de-france.html
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