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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,415
Posted By Manny66

The Weather looks great for this Sundays ride. No...

The Weather looks great for this Sundays ride. No Rain . Get there early for the Meet and Greet .

Unfortunately I will not be attending ,, But on the brightside, I will be up very early watching...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,168
Posted By Bertg71

Great turnout today! See you all next month.

Great turnout today! See you all next month.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 09:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,604
Posted By Duke7777

Norris Lockley

Damian,
I was very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Over the years he was a great help to me and many other fans of obscure French bicycles. Norris had a very unusual combination of traits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,604
Posted By USAZorro

Damian, I was very saddened to learn of...

Damian,

I was very saddened to learn of Norris' passing. He was such a treasure trove of lore and information, and it leaves an enormous void. He was so willing to share knowledge and lore, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,604
Posted By repechage

Thank you for making an appearance here Damian. ...

Thank you for making an appearance here Damian. Your father was quite a character in the best possible way.
Always tough even when the passed had a long life, a dreadful loss.
As many of the bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,604
Posted By mpetry912

I exchanged a couple emails with Norris and he...

I exchanged a couple emails with Norris and he was generous with his knowledge, always kind and a bit of humor.

fondly remembered.

/markp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,604
Posted By damianlockley

Hello, everyone. I have joined the forum in...

Hello, everyone.

I have joined the forum in order to acknowledge the kind words I have read about my and my brother's father who died on Tuesday, aged 87.
Dad survived a stroke last year and made...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 09:25 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

There was a Gentleman riding the Santa Lucia...

There was a Gentleman riding the Santa Lucia route on a full Carbon bike , I didnt really know what to make of it . I asked how , He said he showed up for the ride via Airplane (I think he had an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Classtime

I wasn’t sure where this went among SWOT. ...

I wasn’t sure where this went among SWOT.

On the Heroic ride, there were two riders on clipless pedals riding at the front. A compliant rider asked one of them why, and he said, “I don’t feel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By JohnDThompson

Campagnolo provided two star washers for the...

Campagnolo provided two star washers for the front caliper to move the centering flats out far enough for a 13mm cone wrench to reach them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:37 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By bikingshearer

Respectfully disagree. These things are warnings,...

Respectfully disagree. These things are warnings, not causes. Sort of like the canary in the coal mine.

Only a semi-related historical side-note: Napoleon said he expected his soldiers to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By bikingshearer

You were always safe, Rob. I would never do that...

You were always safe, Rob. I would never do that to your stoker.:D
(And no, that was most definitely not a "safe distance.:eek:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,764
Posted By Kabuki12

guilty as charged!

guilty as charged!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,764
Posted By mech986

Well, it may not be scientific but it’s a data...

Well, it may not be scientific but it’s a data point, here’s a photo from Wally’s Bicycle Works Facebook page post Eroica showing many of the bikes they loaned or rented out for the weekend. If you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Classtime

THIS WAS MY FIFTH EROICA CA S: enthusiastic...

THIS WAS MY FIFTH EROICA CA
S: enthusiastic locals, fantastic long courses, the Eroica vibe,
W: No race book, Weak signage, we had a motorcycle leap frog with us for a while but disappeared when we...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

Erzulis Boat...

Erzulis Boat (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/erzulis-boat-42323.html)

ETA- My brother and I didn't know about the taco truck. We banged the corner onto Cypress, and we were like, "What?"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 03:41 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,764
Posted By repechage

No accounting most likely of the number who...

No accounting most likely of the number who signed up and paid but were not able to attend for whatever reason(s).

like those gravity storms some endured and adjusted priorities.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 03:36 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,764
Posted By Bad Lag

Congratulations to all who attended!

Congratulations to all who attended!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 02:57 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By obrentharris

This is all good news. I thank you for doing...

This is all good news. I thank you for doing this.

I paid for this year's event but, based on the last couple of years of diminishing returns, decided not to attend when I got another offer for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 02:53 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Erzulis Boat

Exactly. I bring 2 water bottles, and some food,...

Exactly. I bring 2 water bottles, and some food, as this isn't my first Eroica. It's all about the ride, the rest stops are just an extra bonus!

Me- "Well, I'll be darned, is that a taco truck up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 02:45 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By bbpo8

Very positive experience

This was my first Eroica and I had a great time. Many thanks to the organizers.
Successes
1. I did the Santa Lucia route which was gorgeous. A variety of scenes from narrow tree-lined canyon, to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

It was Great meeting you, and sharing a beer with...

It was Great meeting you, and sharing a beer with you Robb , I could tell from our conversations at the Bar that we both had a deep emotional connection to the nostalgia and the memories that the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Robvolz

I was right within firing range when you had that...

I was right within firing range when you had that conversation.

I hit the brakes pretty quickly.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

I agree with your Agreement on Bikingshearer's...

I agree with your Agreement on Bikingshearer's post , and then some !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

Did you attend the Event ? If so , You could...

Did you attend the Event ?

If so , You could have easily walked up to Amadeo , Nipul , Or Bob and discussed any concerns with them ,I sure Did ( as well as many others), and They listened and were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 12:35 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Manny66

Funny, from my Cambria motel , I was a short walk...

Funny, from my Cambria motel , I was a short walk from about 10 or more different restaurants and coffee houses. Breakfast , Lunch , and Dinner were All a walk away.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By mpetry912

Till the punch slips and you gouge the paint job...

Till the punch slips and you gouge the paint job on your Craigslist Free Spirit, or Confente, Cinelli, Nago, whatever.

/markp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By mhespenheide

I will only say that [1] I didn't attend this...

I will only say that [1] I didn't attend this year, solely because I've moved out of the area and travel isn't really possible for my work schedule. [2] I loved it when I did ride it and hope to see...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By SwimmerMike

I picked up a batch of tools last month. This...

I picked up a batch of tools last month. This was one of the ones in the box. When I saw it I thought "I wish I knew about this tool years ago", it's a great design and got rid of a lot of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By repechage

‘not enough on a classic Colnago.

‘not enough on a classic Colnago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 09:40 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Caliwild

I actually love that descent! It's definitely...

I actually love that descent! It's definitely kinda hairy, but that's part of the fun for me... Although, this year I did it as part of the Nova Eroica ride on Saturday and the 700x45 tires and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By El Chaba

The front brake should *usually* have two...

The front brake should *usually* have two rondella dentatas. That usually gives enough space to fit in a cone wrench, admittedly at a bit of an angle….which is fine. You should loosen the bolt when...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By Homebrew01

That's how I've always done it when brake flats...

That's how I've always done it when brake flats were not accessible or non-existent. We had a punch with a curve ground into it so it fit the spring better than a flat punch or flat blade screwdriver.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By mpetry912

Rondella Dentata according the to the Velo-Retro...

Rondella Dentata according the to the Velo-Retro timeline, introduced in 1971

Velo-Retro: Campagnolo Timeline (http://velo-retro.com/tline.html)

/markp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Classtime

Would you like to turn around and descend on the...

Would you like to turn around and descend on the road you came up? The only scary parts are the brief moments of doubt regarding our wrenching prowess.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 06:22 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,587
Posted By Kabuki12

Yes , the Paso event is ancient history. I...

Yes , the Paso event is ancient history. I actually like the coastal riding even though the challenge is less , I sure had a blast last year. I am just concerned that the viability of this event is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 09:39 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,415
Posted By Manny66

last ones.. ...

last ones..
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,415
Posted By Manny66

And a few more. ...

And a few more.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1250/img_3774_0720297fc569aedf7ebf4f3bc8e01cd6ac117a02.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 09:34 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,415
Posted By Manny66

A few pictures from August 6th, 2023. ...

A few pictures from August 6th, 2023.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1439/img_3746_c9dc5e3a93bb1b56398673edb159cb44f6ae1d0b.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-21, 02:55 AM
Replies: 1,028
Views: 189,524
Posted By CyclesMakaron

...well, yes, and I thought March was going to...

...well, yes, and I thought March was going to start calmly and nicely :)
jeirvine - thank you, this is a very interesting frame

Observations:
- flat fork crown without Eddy Merckx inscription,...
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