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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-27-23, 02:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,359
Posted By Fentuz

I just swapped my old XLC mini brake (very...

I just swapped my old XLC mini brake (very corroded by winter salt) with a new set of tektro 926AL, they are 80mm long and have ~10mm clearance with a 35mm tyre.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-23, 06:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,359
Posted By tinkerbike

Campagnolo brake levers have a short cable pull,...

Campagnolo brake levers have a short cable pull, you'll need a set of 80mm mini-v brakes to get the best performance. Even so the pads will need to be set close to the rims, otherwise the lever will...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-23, 05:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,359
Posted By bluehills3149

Here's my Redline Conquest with Tektro mini...

Here's my Redline Conquest with Tektro mini conversion.
edit, These run 9spd Campy Veloce levers and work great. The dual quick-release of lever and caliper is very handy to get the wheels off. They...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,359
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,298
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-09-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 875
Posted By sbarner

You wouldn't see that bike for $250 around here,...

You wouldn't see that bike for $250 around here, unless the seller did not know its worth. This thread is about what a bike is worth, not what kind of steal someone made.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-29-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 348
Posted By Bianchigirll

They were probably worth more as complete bikes. ...

They were probably worth more as complete bikes.

I wish the Formula Two frames were a bit bigger.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,136
Posted By SurferRosa

Campy goes with everything. :p But if you have a...

Campy goes with everything. :p But if you have a full Campy bike, I wouldn't put Dia Compe levers on it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,136
Posted By thumpism

Yes. I never used Campy but used DC with...

Yes. I never used Campy but used DC with Universal, DC with Modolo, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 840
Posted By bikingshearer

The Pro and he B17 are never wrong from a...

The Pro and he B17 are never wrong from a period-appropriate standpoint. Whether they are right or wrong from a butt-comfort standpoint is a different question, as all butts are different and one...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-06-23, 09:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,063
Posted By zukahn1

If everything works good and it has decent wheels...

If everything works good and it has decent wheels $100 would be a good price in most markets.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 875
Posted By SJX426

SurferRosa - Good information! Makes my $250...

SurferRosa - Good information! Makes my $250 investment not so bad. Just need to add the decals.
https://live.staticflickr.com/8610/28888491485_7f7e9c18fe_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/L1M54p)P1040289...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 826
Posted By sloar

1970 Paramount value

No plans on selling this, I’m just curious to the value. The prices are all over the place on these, I know what I paid but I bought it from a friend. Everything is is originally correct except...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-02-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 875
Posted By zukahn1

This one has really low BB height and fairly...

This one has really low BB height and fairly short top line wheelbase so the 30-31 inch stand over is likely correct. A bit of deceptively small bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 467
Posted By dedhed

I wouldn't pay that much around here, especially...

I wouldn't pay that much around here, especially this time of year.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,186
Posted By 3alarmer

...there was one year where that was Trek's top...

...there was one year where that was Trek's top of the line road bike. I have one, and mine's about a 59cm. That one looks like the smallest size they made.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 11:30 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,011
Posted By merziac

:thumb: ...

:thumb:

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Amen, one of my favorites of all time, then and now. I should get my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-22, 11:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,186
Posted By Hobbiano

I'd say smaller than 19". I have a 19" Trek 620...

I'd say smaller than 19". I have a 19" Trek 620 that has a taller headtube than that, and still has some space between the top & down tube. I think that's an '89 model and the catalog says it came in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-22-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 575
Posted By cb400bill

Exceeds market value by about $500 or so.

Exceeds market value by about $500 or so.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-13-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By wrk101

Yes, among "sport" model Treks, its very nice. A...

Yes, among "sport" model Treks, its very nice. A fine bike, head and shoulders above what I rode back in the day. A nice choice for a rider, but not collectible.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-22, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By cyccommute

Grab spokes by the pair on each side (one side at...

Grab spokes by the pair on each side (one side at a time) and squeeze them together. You are looking for spokes that feel significantly looser than other spokes. If you find one (or two or more)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-20-22, 09:58 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,853
Posted By delbiker1

I really think you need to get a bike and wheel...

I really think you need to get a bike and wheel set that will support that much weight, and have clearance for, at least, 35mm tires. Not being critical, but, you probably have extra pounds you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,950
Posted By veganbikes

A new bike will probably get you wider tire...

A new bike will probably get you wider tire clearance meaning more comfort which is a good thing. Low end carbon vs. nicer groupset I would probably go nicer groupset but me personally I wouldn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-22, 03:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,041
Posted By Ogsarg

I think you'll find many people have the same...

I think you'll find many people have the same experience. I thought I might have a heart attack putting GP5000's on my last bike (an 09 Spec Roubaix). Even with a tire jack, it was incredibly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-22, 08:58 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,654
Posted By WhyFi

You may be subject to duty for...

You may be subject to duty for purchases/shipments over $800 in value. I've been hit with duty a couple of times, but it was always due before the shipment would be released to me and both instances...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 03:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,404
Posted By Andy_K

That's got a lot of good original paint and...

That's got a lot of good original paint and decals. I'd probably just go with the touch-up using Testors. Spots that size and in those locations have to be really bad mismatches to draw attention to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 09:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,996
Posted By jamesdak

Reevaluating all the bikes again and ranking them.

A question over on Paceline about the love of Serotta's got me thinking about my CSI and where I'd place it amongst all my bikes. This led to me trying to rank them all again and my reasoning for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-22, 06:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 904
Posted By RustyJames

Remove useable parts and recycle the rest.

Remove useable parts and recycle the rest.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 04:17 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By styggno1

Mmmm... chrome lugs! Love them! These I...

Mmmm... chrome lugs! Love them!

These I ordered myself

https://live.staticflickr.com/329/20407750606_670fce5f6e_o.jpg

Someone else ordred these - but now I am enjoying them.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 11:38 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By OldCoot

Here's my re-badged Volkscycle, made in Japan...

Here's my re-badged Volkscycle, made in Japan with faux Nervex lugs. Still think they look great.


As for 'they don't make them anymore'. Of course they still do, but most people don't want to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 08:49 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By Bad Lag

WOW! On all these bikes being posted. Whether it...

WOW! On all these bikes being posted. Whether it is the age of the bikes, recognizing what use to be available off the rack; or the craftsman's skill and artistry,...just WOW.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By cb400bill

A friend of mine still has the Maserati that he...

A friend of mine still has the Maserati that he bought new in the mid 70's. He says it was made by Fiorelli. I believe that he had it repainted by Doug Fattic. Nice bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-22, 06:17 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By rccardr

There were quite a few Merckx frames made in the...

There were quite a few Merckx frames made in the mid-late 80's that had chromed lugs. This is an '84 Pro SLX:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By CV-6

Chrome lugs were an extra cost option on Lejeune...

Chrome lugs were an extra cost option on Lejeune and Bernard Carré frames. A Carré below.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51382002877_3501fc09bc_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2mhsckk)PCarre DS...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-22, 04:58 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By cooperryder

Count me in as another fan of chrome lugs. I...

Count me in as another fan of chrome lugs.
I had one if those pale yellow Centurion Semi Pro's with chrome lugs.
It was a beauty.
If you had the inclination you could do what this
bikeforums.net...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By merziac

Well imo, chrome was an indicator of high end in...

Well imo, chrome was an indicator of high end in many cases like the Paramount's and Cinelli SC's, they could both be had in full chrome if you wanted. Many low end bikes also came with some because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 12:16 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By John E

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All stripped down and ready to rebuild. 1962 Carlton Franco-Suisse...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By genejockey

My 1982 Lotus Supreme has chromed head lugs, fork...

My 1982 Lotus Supreme has chromed head lugs, fork crown, and chainstay. It was at or near the top of Lotus's line - Dura Ace, tubular tires, SR Royal Super Light stem. The lugs have cutouts, too, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 10:30 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By steelbikeguy

The Raleigh Internationals are nice bikes, and...

The Raleigh Internationals are nice bikes, and might be available for not a ton of money. Like Gugie, I've got a copper International, and it really is a lovely bike!

For no reason in particular,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 10:04 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By gugie

I have a couple. ...

I have a couple.

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74 Raleigh International
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By Mr. 66

I have a few, World imported by Schwinn is the...

I have a few, World imported by Schwinn is the cleanest. Rides much better than I thought it would. Weighs approximately 25.5 pounds, this one of the few bikes that came with Diacomp brakes matched...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 08:32 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By Wildwood

Acer-Mex used chrome lugs a good bit. Windsor...

Acer-Mex used chrome lugs a good bit.
Windsor is their top line product.
Here is the Carabela SemiPro with chrome headlugs. Low cost, far from a racer, passed thru my hands quickly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By oneclick

You could probably find one of the part- or...

You could probably find one of the part- or completely-chromed lower-end Torpados for not much money. It'd probably also need component replacing or upgrading, the Gian Robert /Campagnolo Valentino...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By Chuck M

Somewhere there is a thread here that shows some...

Somewhere there is a thread here that shows some beautiful chrome lugs on some very nice bikes. But don't think that chrome alone is an indicator of quality as my Carabela shows that is not the case....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,591
Posted By base2

Chroming is a process done after the frame is...

Chroming is a process done after the frame is built, but before the paint is applied. It's not terribly common. The only time I've seen "lugs only" in person was on a Windsor mixte. It's rare to do...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-22, 04:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 586
Posted By zukahn1

I would agree the cost of putting a nice group on...

I would agree the cost of putting a nice group on a bike like this can overwhelm the value of the bike. When I thin on it bit, On top of that this one reads like an ex bumb level or tri race bike...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-22, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 586
Posted By zukahn1

With the SLX tubing and sprint shifters it's a...

With the SLX tubing and sprint shifters it's a bit of a hodepodge mix for a Paramount different years different levels. If in average good working condition with nice wheels say $400 but try for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-22, 07:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 586
Posted By wrk101

Rough shape: $100. Go up from there. Pristine...

Rough shape: $100. Go up from there. Pristine $750, although usually local sales are less. Group is a step down as you mentioned. Myself, I would just value it at the frameset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-22, 08:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 668
Posted By tkamd73

They obviously had to change the hub, or more...

They obviously had to change the hub, or more likely the whole rear wheel, so it could have been a single speed, or 2 speed kickback Racer too, but definitely a Racer.
Tim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-22, 07:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 668
Posted By Sierra

I'd say that it's a "Frankenbike" made from one...

I'd say that it's a "Frankenbike" made from one of these.

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