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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 04:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,020
Posted By horatio

Good advice. Thanks.

Good advice. Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-23, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,020
Posted By horatio

It is my bike, but the pad is not contacting the...

It is my bike, but the pad is not contacting the tire. It's an optical illusion from the low camera angle. This tub has had a bulge there for some time.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-15-22, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 574
Posted By horatio

Frame and fork, with headset and BB. TSX tubing.

Frame and fork, with headset and BB. TSX tubing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-22, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 345
Posted By horatio

Look who’s 52 this year

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-22, 05:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,672
Posted By horatio

My definition has changed, thanks to increased...

My definition has changed, thanks to increased traffic on nearby country roads that were once essentially safe. I’m now riding in my adjacent neighborhood. I could care less about speed and distance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-22, 04:47 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,077,499
Posted By horatio

First ride of Spring

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Took the Super for a ride around my community. I’m...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-03-22, 10:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 951
Posted By horatio

Cool horn! I love that sound. GLWS.

Cool horn! I love that sound. GLWS.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-22, 03:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,833
Posted By horatio

OMG! I actually had a pair of pants exactly like...

OMG! I actually had a pair of pants exactly like those of the cover model. I even wore them!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-22, 06:49 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,400
Posted By horatio

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Love my chrome Raleigh Pro. Smooth ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,143
Posted By horatio

Pretty much done for now. Needs a new chain. And...

Pretty much done for now. Needs a new chain. And black pedals.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,387
Posted By horatio

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My “go-to” bike is the De Rosa Professional. I’ve (long ago) posted a glamour...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-22, 11:24 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,067
Posted By horatio

Sold a way-too-large for me Ciocc Designer ‘84...

Sold a way-too-large for me Ciocc Designer ‘84 frameset to a fellow BF-er.

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-21, 08:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,496
Posted By horatio

Nice bike. GLWS. A price would help.

Nice bike. GLWS. A price would help.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,308
Posted By horatio

Beauty. Enjoy the ride!

Beauty. Enjoy the ride!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,124
Posted By horatio

Twenty miles on the DeRosa this morning. Passed a...

Twenty miles on the DeRosa this morning. Passed a sunflower field. That's about as close to France as I'll get for some time. lol

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,261
Posted By horatio

Had a great Fathers Day. Rode 20 miles with my...

Had a great Fathers Day. Rode 20 miles with my oldest son yesterday. He’s now the father of two.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-20, 01:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,797
Posted By horatio

I sold the Merckx frame to Doc a few years ago....

I sold the Merckx frame to Doc a few years ago. He sold me the Botty. lol The De Rosa has become my "gold standard," if you will. I tried to like the Paramount, but I never felt comfortable on that...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-17-20, 09:54 AM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,124
Posted By horatio

First ride in a month. I could not handle all the...

First ride in a month. I could not handle all the pollen this year, so I just stayed indoors! No HRM today; no cyclometer, no watch even! I think I rode about 1.5 hours, JRA. No goals. No stress....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,077,499
Posted By horatio

First ride in I don't know how many weeks, not...

First ride in I don't know how many weeks, not due to the virus, but rather being awash in POLLEN! Can you say allergic as hell? The Raleigh Pro is 50 this year.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-20, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8,794
Views: 1,108,635
Posted By horatio

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For my new vintage toy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,340
Posted By horatio

Tried out the Lezyne today. Took me awhile to...

Tried out the Lezyne today. Took me awhile to realize the chuck (machined aluminum) screws onto the valve stem! No leaks, and I must say it's secure! :D Seems like a nice pump. Thanks for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-20, 04:43 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,340
Posted By horatio

Thanks for all the replies. Ordered the Lezyne....

Thanks for all the replies. Ordered the Lezyne. $50 with tax and shipping. Meanwhile I’ll pursue the Blackburn warranty.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-20, 08:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,437
Posted By horatio

Try posting in the Classics and Vintage sub...

Try posting in the Classics and Vintage sub forum. Lots of us there have upgraded 80s (and older) bikes.
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-07-20, 05:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,773
Posted By horatio

Sixteen weeks post-op now. My orthopedic surgeon...

Sixteen weeks post-op now. My orthopedic surgeon says I should make a full recovery sometime in the spring. I was discharged from PT in early January, but continue theraband strengthening exercises....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-04-20, 08:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,385
Posted By horatio

Welcome to the club! 61 is rapidly approaching...

Welcome to the club! 61 is rapidly approaching for me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 01:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,273
Posted By horatio

Sounds like a gravel bike would be ideal.

Sounds like a gravel bike would be ideal.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 04:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,176
Posted By horatio

There are worse things you could do. :D

There are worse things you could do. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-26-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,862
Posted By horatio

Ascherer’s twin, also turning 50 this year. ...

Ascherer’s twin, also turning 50 this year.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 17,366
Posted By horatio

Here's mine, a Nikon F ca. 1968, shot with a...

Here's mine, a Nikon F ca. 1968, shot with a Canon(!) Got the jones for one of these in high school, but never had the cash to buy. I think I paid $80 for this one. It's a little rough around the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-20-20, 05:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,261
Posted By horatio

Sad to see this. Hope he makes a full recovery.

Sad to see this. Hope he makes a full recovery.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-20, 07:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,176
Posted By horatio

My jerseys are washed zippered up, inside out and...

My jerseys are washed zippered up, inside out and air-dried indoors. Same for my bike shorts. My oldest jersey is pushing 31 years. A little faded, but otherwise still my favorite. Got a pair of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-17-20, 07:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,508
Posted By horatio

Two granddaughters.

Two granddaughters.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,561
Posted By horatio

Nice bike, but needs a drive side shot. Garage...

Nice bike, but needs a drive side shot. Garage door optional... :D
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-14-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,884
Posted By horatio

Pretty close likeness.

Pretty close likeness.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-20, 10:33 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,100
Posted By horatio

Glad you’re ok. Could have been so much worse. ...

Glad you’re ok. Could have been so much worse.

Now, how’s the bike. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-20, 05:00 AM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,124
Posted By horatio

I hate to see animals get hurt, but it’s not your...

I hate to see animals get hurt, but it’s not your fault.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,940
Posted By horatio

Wow. Speechless. Congrats.

Wow. Speechless. Congrats.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-03-20, 07:04 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 23,683
Posted By horatio

Tips and advice from high-mileage folks like you...

Tips and advice from high-mileage folks like you greatly appreciated. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,556
Posted By horatio

Congrats, and welcome to the club!

Congrats, and welcome to the club!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-20, 04:43 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,199
Posted By horatio

My amazing find of 2019 would be the Raleigh...

My amazing find of 2019 would be the Raleigh Professional MkI, a CL listing. My amazing BF find was the Bottecchia, from doc.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,479
Posted By horatio

Cleaning? What’s that? :eek:

Cleaning? What’s that? :eek:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-20, 06:36 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 25,849
Posted By horatio

If one looks closely enough, there is danger...

If one looks closely enough, there is danger everywhere.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,804
Posted By horatio

Damn, I made a pun and didn't realize it.

Damn, I made a pun and didn't realize it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,804
Posted By horatio

C&Vers are awesome, I tell you. And, for the...

C&Vers are awesome, I tell you.

And, for the record, it's a Chorus RD, not Record. My apologies for the error.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-19, 05:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,804
Posted By horatio

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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I'll try to get a shot in better light tomorrow.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-19, 04:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,502
Posted By horatio

When you can’t balance on a bike. Falls are not...

When you can’t balance on a bike. Falls are not good for the elderly. There’s always the option of tadpole trikes. Lots of fun.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-25-19, 05:39 PM
Replies: 27,134
Views: 3,122,124
Posted By horatio

16 miles today. First ride in 10 weeks. Meant to...

16 miles today. First ride in 10 weeks. Meant to take it easy, but I pushed it. Just couldn’t resist. :D

It was supposed to be a shakedown ride for the Botty, but I broke the chain at one mile...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,244
Posted By horatio

Got myself some classic Italian steel this year -...

Got myself some classic Italian steel this year - Bottecchia Team Record.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-19, 10:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,004
Posted By horatio

Here she is, almost ready for the shakedown ride....

Here she is, almost ready for the shakedown ride.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-19, 04:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,004
Posted By horatio

Change your ID to Detective Dude. It’s not ready...

Change your ID to Detective Dude. It’s not ready for the full reveal. Patience, Grasshopper.

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