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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

So true. When I got too old to race the 'dale and...

So true. When I got too old to race the 'dale and started touring the ST was the logical choice. Since I needed a big frame the stiffness was a huge plus and wide tires took care of the comfort. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 41,156
Posted By Cycle Tourist

An old Brooks Professional with copper rivets. I...

An old Brooks Professional with copper rivets. I hardly ride anything else anymore.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-23, 08:32 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,156
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Marin

More of a touring bike at this stage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Marin Pine mountain

This has been reconfigured as a touring/commuter bike. I'm a touring rider and find almost all bikes can function as good touring bikes. This one is a little slower but more rugged and reliable than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I wouldn't be able to resist getting the Raleigh...

I wouldn't be able to resist getting the Raleigh especially if it needed to be saved. Many of us get that identical question from our wives or partners. It's a cross we must bare.
Not a fan of flat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-22, 06:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 41,156
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I like it so much that it's become my go to for...

I like it so much that it's become my go to for many things now. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-14-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,131
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I've got plenty of touring bikes, (Cannondale ST...

I've got plenty of touring bikes, (Cannondale ST and a Miyata 610), so this newly purchased '95 750 is just getting a rebuild with racks added. I wanted something versitile and uncomplicated. It had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-22, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Fuji Grand Tourer SE

It came with the rear derailleur so I added a triple, bartends and a longer fd to make it a true touring bike. T...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-22, 06:00 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-22, 06:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 861
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I wouldn't change the 52 to a 48. The 14t isn't...

I wouldn't change the 52 to a 48. The 14t isn't going to give her much speed. Too bad about the binder on fd although getting used to the backward action can be an adjustment. Maybe drill it out and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-22, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

'84 Schwinn Sierra with some mods

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B4...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 958
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Funny, but seriously, good stem shifters on a...

Funny, but seriously, good stem shifters on a friction shifting bike is a solution that shouldn't be dismissed. If you ride on the hoods or tops almost exclusively it can be more convenient than bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,439
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Finished the rebuild. It's much too small for me...

Finished the rebuild. It's much too small for me so I'll pass it along....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-22, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,553,439
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I snapped this one up very cheaply. The bottom...

I snapped this one up very cheaply. The bottom bracket took a hit and flattened the brazed-on cable guides. Then the cables rusted in the restricted space and that was that for it's use. The pedals...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-22, 08:02 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Marin pine mountain

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I have a old Cinelli saddle, some partial toe clips and some bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-22, 01:06 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,087,452
Posted By Cycle Tourist

This literally was saved from the trash pile....

This literally was saved from the trash pile. It's high tensile steel and absolutely nothing special but it's no longer headed to oblivion and someone will get some use out of it. It's got decent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,259
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Not a Professional

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This was a freebie frame that I finished off with odd bits and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-22, 11:55 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 27,881
Posted By Cycle Tourist

My first.

It was shot and needed it but I've only done it when there was absolutely no other way....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-22, 07:04 PM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 623,119
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Univega gran premio

Just finished a rebuild of a bike that sat in an airplane hanger.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-22, 02:44 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,884
Posted By Cycle Tourist

59cm and stand over is 35" That's with 27"...

59cm and stand over is 35" That's with 27" wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-21, 12:54 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,974
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Smart lad. Frankly I'd add even more spokes since...

Smart lad. Frankly I'd add even more spokes since you're getting a new one but 36 is fine.
I'd echo the comment about finding a good old classic and make the modifications you need or want. As one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-21, 10:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,463
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I echo the sentiments expressed by others. Your...

I echo the sentiments expressed by others. Your kindness is exemplary. Bikes are still solving the transportation problems of people that are short on money.
Years ago when the clutch went out on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-21, 10:19 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Marin Pine Mountain

I just brought this home. The crank doesn't look original. The rear rim brake surface is pretty worn and the paint is pretty bad but it seems sound and newly lubed so with a few adjustments I'll give...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-21, 01:54 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Love the description. I agree with everything you...

Love the description. I agree with everything you said and I feel some benefit using oval rings on the big ring especially when trying to power the flats for speed. My granny is usually a 24t or 23t...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-21, 11:32 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

​​​​​​ It's good for a folding tire but I cut off...

​​​​​​ It's good for a folding tire but I cut off the top of a plastic ginger ale bottle.to give it form. It takes care of any disfunction.😏
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-21, 12:33 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Miyata 610

Got a nice Miyata 610 from cl. Lots of non-original parts but they work nicely: Wolber Super Champion rims, Huret dunopar rd, half step plus granny Sugino, Cyclone fd, Suntour aero levers and Simplex...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-21, 08:33 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,884
Posted By Cycle Tourist

[QUOTE=Cycle Tourist;22183171]All done I think. ...

[QUOTE=Cycle Tourist;22183171]All done I think.

I changed the water bottle cage mount using the original cable stop/reflector holder. It lowers the bottle and since the cable release is built into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-21, 12:22 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,884
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Finally finished the rebuild

All done I think.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-21, 02:09 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,986
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Yeah that's the important part although most any...

Yeah that's the important part although most any $25 bike is generally worth it. Checking on this site will give you a pretty good idea but the crazy good bargains generally require quick action. I'm...
Forum: Touring
07-18-21, 07:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,809
Posted By Cycle Tourist

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Forum: Touring
07-12-21, 03:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,809
Posted By Cycle Tourist

That stretch, (Big Sur to San Simeon), is...

That stretch, (Big Sur to San Simeon), is particularly nice. Flying into S.F. and cycling down to Santa Barbara and taking a train to wherever works nicely. Cycling through S.F. is childs play...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Hope this qualifies. ...

Hope this qualifies.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,111
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Moto GJ

I just brought this home. CL find.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-21, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Royce Union has a certain cache so I'm a little...

Royce Union has a certain cache so I'm a little sad to see it go. I realize Peugeots have a following too. Sorry to be a wet blanket but the vintage look kinda got lost in the translation. All that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I was referring to adding a new adjustable mech....

I was referring to adding a new adjustable mech. to an old set of down tube clamp on levers. I'm a fan of barend shifters for touring bikes. Sometimes I forget that not everyone has a box of old...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Cannondale '85

Just finished rebuilding this one. Miraculously the Huret Dunapar works with Shimano indexing barends. I had planned to use a xt for the indexing but it wasn't needed....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-21, 06:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,162
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I echo the sentiments offered earlier. Those...

I echo the sentiments offered earlier. Those shifters almost always are fixable. Once the hardened gummy grease is removed and the ratchets are free to move everything works like new. Alternatively...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-21, 07:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,743
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Update

The paint match came out good. I tried a set of Matrix Titan rims I had on an old 610 and they fit perfectly. It has a 13/34 7 speed freewheel already mounted and I know I've got Shimano 8 speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-21, 09:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,743
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Your right the 126mm spacing will accommodate a 6...

Your right the 126mm spacing will accommodate a 6 or 7 speed freewheel. Cannondale went back to 5 speeds and pushed the chain to the far extreme. They were then able to build a rear wheel with no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-21, 04:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,743
Posted By Cycle Tourist

'85 st-500

I tried to resist. I really did but when the seller agreed to $100 for this completely original (tires don't count) ST-500 I was unable to hold out. This was my hands down, most desired bike when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 10:03 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

That's full on vintage. Love those old 'dales. I...

That's full on vintage. Love those old 'dales. I was so envious of anyone that owned one. Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 09:44 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,188
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Boy, If that's not the best looking, unbreakable...

Boy, If that's not the best looking, unbreakable touring bike I've ever seen, I don't know what is! If your goal was perfection with a touch of personality, I'd say you made it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-21, 07:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,525
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Done.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-21, 07:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,355
Posted By Cycle Tourist

I think it's a uo-10 now at the very least. My...

I think it's a uo-10 now at the very least. My old UO frame, ($30 on CL) became my grocery getter built up from my best spare parts at the time. I meant to sell it but just can't seem part with it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 16,772
Posted By Cycle Tourist

The front is the common mt. bike rack listed on...

The front is the common mt. bike rack listed on eBay and the rear is a Songmics and has an adjustable mount. Total cost was about $35 for the pair. In order to use the front with panniers you'd have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-21, 11:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 16,772
Posted By Cycle Tourist

An old thread but it's a interesting bike. It...

An old thread but it's a interesting bike. It makes a dandy touring bike. I bought this very cheaply and turned it into a long haul trucker, kinda....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-21, 07:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,525
Posted By Cycle Tourist

The plate did keep the kickstand from damaging...

The plate did keep the kickstand from damaging the stays so there's that. While working on the frame I saw a "Carrera Sport" logo on the top tube. The chief difference between the plain jane and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-21, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,130,901
Posted By Cycle Tourist

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-21, 06:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,525
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Right on. Stem has a .833 stamped but no date....

Right on. Stem has a .833 stamped but no date. The crank had 76 stamped on both pieces. The bb measured 68mm and is good old BSC at least all my locking washers screw on the the left bb smoothly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,525
Posted By Cycle Tourist

Windsor Carrera Special?

Bought this for $100. I've always loved the lugs and this one looked a step above the Carrera Sport I've seen from time to time. I've looked through the catalogs and the closest comparison was a...
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