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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 478
Posted By tcs

Of course, this Igus RCYL doesn't complete with a...

Of course, this Igus RCYL doesn't complete with a Trek Madone. For reference, a single-speed Gazelle Esprit weighs 40#. A Pashley Roadster Sovereign weighs 47#, similar to the weight of the beloved...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,155
Posted By RB1-luvr

I've put some decent items at the end of my...

I've put some decent items at the end of my driveway for free recently just because selling them doesn't feel like the hassle and risk is worth it, and I could really use the money.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,007
Posted By bironi

There is no rule. Experiment. As a short guy,...

There is no rule.
Experiment.
As a short guy, I've settled on 165.
I ride two fixed, one ss, and one multi-geared.
I picked the 165 because I can corner sharply without catching a pedal.
The 170...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,047
Posted By gearbasher

Here's my two cents and words I now live by. Sell...

Here's my two cents and words I now live by. Sell off as many bikes as you can. Keep 4 or 5 "riders". And spend your time riding instead of searching for more bikes you might ride only once or twice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 814
Posted By steelbikeguy

I knew they existed; at least they were in the...

I knew they existed; at least they were in the Cyclo-Pedia catalog that I ordered Euro stuff from. The catalog doesn't mention what sort of support it was meant to work with. I suppose there is an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 539
Posted By bulgie

In that case I am oh-so-happy to not be "real". ...

In that case I am oh-so-happy to not be "real". If I had been that real back when I was racing and transcontinental touring, I wouldn't have any knees left.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,444
Posted By Trakhak

According to Trek's 1994 Retail Technical Manual...

According to Trek's 1994 Retail Technical Manual (https://www.vintage-trek.com/Trek-Fisher-Klein-Lemond/1994specmanualTrek.pdf) (see the section starting on PDF page 21/printed page 38), they called...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-23, 04:33 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,885
Posted By daviddavieboy

Can this be pinned at the top ? I just read 6...

Can this be pinned at the top ? I just read 6 pages to find this superbly accurate summery of the whole thread. People being bigoted toward others talking about a bigoted cartoon. No wonder the strip...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,885
Posted By smd4

You’re… you’re being serious? No current topics...

You’re… you’re being serious? No current topics in C&V? No current tech discussed in C&V? You do know what the C and V in “C&V” stand for, right?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,885
Posted By nlerner

I’m missing the C&V angle here. Seems other fora...

I’m missing the C&V angle here. Seems other fora would be more appropriate for what’s being discussed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 04:38 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,885
Posted By canklecat

I'm not in the mood for unfunny comics that...

I'm not in the mood for unfunny comics that "other" cyclists as if we're a subhuman class and fair game comparable to deer and other roadkill critters.

On my past two rides on very quite, lightly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,885
Posted By canklecat

I've seen dozens of clever, edgy web comics done...

I've seen dozens of clever, edgy web comics done in both familiar art styles with a twist, and in unique styles.

Pearls Before Swine has never been guilty of any of those qualities. Stephan Pastis...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 897
Posted By gugie

I used those for the rack on my Grander Sportier....

I used those for the rack on my Grander Sportier. Sorry for the lack of closeup on the rack bits, here's a high rez version (https://www.flickr.com/photos/gugie/42837275980/sizes/4k/) you can kinda...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 09:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 582
Posted By rhm

Leather saddles are hard. That's how they are...

Leather saddles are hard. That's how they are supposed to be.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-23, 02:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 910
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Nice pics, I like the compositions. You can tell...

Nice pics, I like the compositions. You can tell they’re old because there is a full Campy tool kit and it’s not the center of the photo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,874
Posted By Sedgemop

I like the Otto lock, but it does get stuck ever...

I like the Otto lock, but it does get stuck ever so often. Seems the lock will change its combination on its own. Otto is aware of the glitch. Hope it's something they will fix someday. Anyway, for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,824
Posted By squirtdad

I would sell as is, any low effort touch up is...

I would sell as is, any low effort touch up is going to look worse than leaving it (IMHO.....driven by how bad touchups done by a previous owner look on my beloved 84 team miyata )
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-23, 03:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,754
Posted By HeikoS69

After a long time again a catalog with Rebour...

After a long time again a catalog with Rebour drawings, the Goéland catalog.

Such a catalog was also reprinted in Heine's VBQ 14, Winter 2005.

The earliest possible publication date of this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-22, 12:17 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,780
Posted By Andrew_G

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1488x1984/06_2008_rs_frameset_painted_20080823_63384008cb3fb1aa139982e7123409c9f9186969.jpg
2008 Richard Sachs. Paint by Joe Bell. Dupont Imron...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,376
Posted By fender1

I am fortunate to have a bike co-op close by. As...

I am fortunate to have a bike co-op close by. As things start to pile up, I just give it away. Keeps things under control.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-22, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 895
Posted By orcas island

Trek 620 saved from the dump

I picked this up today as I was driving to the dump/recycling center on the island. Although it’s not my size, I think it will be a good fit for my sons girlfriend. Looks like their 48-49 cm frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-22, 09:59 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,310
Posted By Lbxpdx

My 85 Schwinn Voyageur SP. I just picked up a...

My 85 Schwinn Voyageur SP. I just picked up a Blackburn front rack, but I haven’t installed it yet.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 01:48 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 29,411
Posted By poprad

Update coming later today, frame back from the...

Update coming later today, frame back from the chromers!
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_6691_0ea64a3c4bb50f0d7d4dfcc26b823a392fdfec45.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-21, 09:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,170
Posted By Saguaro

Phoenix Turkey Day Ride 2021

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/f99791d3_119c_402b_8b4d_61f68251ff5b_3eab9a06318b784f002e0f8061cc80bae8f4dfc0.jpeg
Downtown Phoenix at Dawn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-21, 04:58 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,310
Posted By CMAW

Presented my Randonneur Extra in the Koga Miyata...

Presented my Randonneur Extra in the Koga Miyata thread about a year ago. Rode it a lot since then, around 4000km / 2500 miles. Has new lighting and a dynamo wheel, a replacement rear derailleur...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-21, 05:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,603
Posted By Geekage

Converting a SRAM road brake/shifter from 10 speed to 11

This isn't quite a howto, but is more of an addendum to any existing ones such as I assume exists elsewhere, but since I've done this a couple of times, I figure I may as well document my knowledge,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-21, 09:43 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,512
Posted By The Golden Boy

I've lost my ass on every single bike I've sold. ...

I've lost my ass on every single bike I've sold. It's not a fun game for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-21, 11:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 21,872
Posted By polymorphself

Alright we’re definitely neighbors :lol:

Alright we’re definitely neighbors :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 67,195
Posted By polymorphself

I thought so! I live downtown but spent about 10...

I thought so! I live downtown but spent about 10 years living in Tempe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-20, 05:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,198
Posted By big chainring

Back in the day, 1970's, everyone knew I was into...

Back in the day, 1970's, everyone knew I was into bikes and asked me "whats a good bike to buy"? I didnt know how to respond when these inquiries came up. After some thought I decided to tell people,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-20, 10:18 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,586
Posted By gugie

So, texting and driving is a no-no, but riding...

So, texting and driving is a no-no, but riding your bike with headphones isn't?

Ride any style you want on any bike, just do it safely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-20, 06:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,877
Posted By thinktubes

Happy that this turned out to be untrue

Happy that this turned out to be untrue
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-20, 02:04 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,835
Posted By J.Higgins

You stole my line! :lol: Dead on though. My...

You stole my line! :lol:

Dead on though. My motto, after losing out on some spectacular deals, is to pounce when you first spot something you want. Second-guessing is for suckers. So what if baby...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-20, 12:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,835
Posted By nesteel

Buy once, cry once. Everything else is just an...

Buy once, cry once. Everything else is just an imitation.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-20, 05:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,837
Posted By 52telecaster

New to me 86 Schwinn Voyageur.

Mostly completely original with chrome under the paint. Missing only the correct bars and brake levers. Best part is the bike was 50.00!
also, its my size. I need this like a hole in the head but i...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,662
Posted By bikemig

Here's an eriol that has been nicely restored: ...

Here's an eriol that has been nicely restored:

https://forum.tontonvelo.com/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=28235&start=0


I love this poster:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,106
Posted By iab

https://live.staticflickr.com/4885/45651624122_94c...

https://live.staticflickr.com/4885/45651624122_94cdcb9f13_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cy5vnC)Basement13 (https://flic.kr/p/2cy5vnC) by iabisdb (https://www.flickr.com/photos/68123172@N03/), on Flickr ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-17, 09:45 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 21,278
Posted By Bandera

That was Luigi Ricotta-Lasagna late president of...

That was Luigi Ricotta-Lasagna late president of the ISFE famous for his assertion that brazing during the dark of the moon imparts a melancholy in Columbus framesets that make them desultory,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-11, 02:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 53,557
Posted By KonAaron Snake

We call them Fuji Quarter Pounders in this...

We call them Fuji Quarter Pounders in this country.
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