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04-21-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15,453
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Posted By etherhuffer

Friend called, daughter pulled this out of a...

Friend called, daughter pulled this out of a dumpster. Rusty chain but everything works. Go figure........
04-20-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,125,359
Posted By Smokinapankake

Just added this old thing to the herd: ...

Just added this old thing to the herd:

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1996 Gary Fisher Aquila
04-20-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By tgot

Trying one out

Inspired by this thread, I decided to try out the Lemond I picked up ($200!) to try for my son (5' 7" but growing), which had a major riser stem on it.

Aside: I thought that would be good for him...
04-20-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3,018
Views: 873,542
Posted By Smokinapankake

1996 Gary Fisher Aquila as found from the thrift...

1996 Gary Fisher Aquila as found from the thrift store:

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04-19-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,097,813
Posted By Steel Charlie

Crap pic, but .... 1990 Gios Compact. Oria KK...

Crap pic, but ....
1990 Gios Compact. Oria KK tubes, all Ultegra 2x9, missing some graphics and shabby paint but super ride. Deserves some spiffing up. Most definitely a keeper.
...
04-18-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,075
Posted By mrv

MidSkool KidsBridge

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04-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By ollo_ollo

My ideal size is 53-54cm. This Expedition Touring...

My ideal size is 53-54cm. This Expedition Touring is a 51. Longer Stem and seat post was all it required....
04-18-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,033
Posted By mechanicmatt

BMC Monstercross

I have taken my sweet-ass time building this but it's road worthy now. I built the wheels with NPS Mavic MA3's laced to Shimano 105 hubs, DT double butted spokes, GRX 10-speed double crank, old 500LX...
04-18-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By Chuckk

Seems to me that most of the bikes here are not...

Seems to me that most of the bikes here are not so much "too small" but "stylishly small" by modern standards.
Like most crazes, the ultra compact frames with steep sloping top tubes (thanks, Giant)...
04-16-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,097,813
Posted By retlaw53

1984 Nishiki Cresta

My '84 Nishiki gravel bike cold set to 130, 2x10 Ultegra shifters and FD, 9spd MTB RD, Tektro long reach brakes and FSA 46/30 crank. It's great on payment and a blast on desert trails...
04-16-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,281
Posted By ascherer

Bottom row center is one of my wife's bikes. The...

Bottom row center is one of my wife's bikes. The rest are my regular riders, in the "grab-and-go" racks in the garage.
Top: Falcon, Paramount, Mercian
Bottom: PX10, Mrs. ascherer's Motobecane,...
04-16-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 385
Posted By Robvolz

The lonely ride home ...

The lonely ride home

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04-16-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 385
Posted By Robvolz

Too much silly fun in Portland

Last weekend was the Ladds 500

500 laps around a traffic circle and you’ve done 100 miles.

This is not a race, this is a fun ride, where people do it on rollerskates, unicycles, tricycles, and...
04-16-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By Desert Ryder

Gary Fisher Aqula - Med frame. ...

Gary Fisher Aqula - Med frame.

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 12:20 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,788
Posted By donm1967

Ocean Beach, San Diego

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04-15-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 399,613
Posted By bboy314

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04-15-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 399,613
Posted By cooperryder

I was able to enjoy a 40 mile ride on my yellow...

I was able to enjoy a 40 mile ride on my yellow sunshine bike, a vintage Schwinn Cimarron, powder coated and re-furbished.

It's a terrific riding bike with nice fat 26" Continental Urban Contact...
04-15-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 153
Posted By WaveyGravey

Beautiful setting!!!

Beautiful setting!!!
04-14-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By Soody

I rode these two 56/57cm bikes every day for...

I rode these two 56/57cm bikes every day for years. Both did the round lake Taupo race and commuted daily in various setups.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,788
Posted By KenCT

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Trail today, the mud\water was over the bottom bracket.
04-13-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 16,903
Posted By JaccoW

I will shoot some beauty shots when I finish...

I will shoot some beauty shots when I finish things up and clean the bike again.
For now you'll have to do with the indoor shot.

http://i.imgur.com/KfTtmG4.jpg (https://i.imgur.com/KfTtmG4.jpg)...
04-13-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By celesteguy

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This is my "too small" frame/bike. A 90s GT Course. The trick here is...
04-13-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,097,813
Posted By Aubergine

My circa 1973 Peugeot UO-8 with a Racing Triple...

My circa 1973 Peugeot UO-8 with a Racing Triple setup. I had to braze on the derailleur hanger because a bolt on hanger interfered with the chain. Fun bike.
...
04-12-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,778
Posted By merziac

All good, anything that makes any of this work is...

All good, anything that makes any of this work is golden. :thumb:

Many of us are past the point where form can still overrule function, whatever it takes to get down the road well is what it is,...
04-11-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,078,808
Posted By brandenjs

I am totally on board with not being able to save...

I am totally on board with not being able to save them all, but they need to quit crossing my path all the time. Didn't need this one, but who would pass up a 1997 Specialized Sirrus for $50 with a...
04-10-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 399,613
Posted By daverup

Once it warms up a bit, I'll be pulling the...

Once it warms up a bit, I'll be pulling the grandkid around on the trailer bike.
I use my converted 89 Axis XT for that fun.
...
04-10-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 399,613
Posted By cooperryder

How's it going upright bars riders? I...

How's it going upright bars riders?

I enjoyed a good ride yesterday on my refurbished 36 year old vintage Schwinn Cimarron.

I recommend these 26x2.20 Continental Contact Urban tires.

Roll...
04-10-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,928
Posted By Steel Charlie

So here's a summary of the entire discussion and...

So here's a summary of the entire discussion and everything else that I have read in the past:

It depends.

HTH
Cheers
Charlie

P.S. The really excellent news is that exactly the same rule...
04-09-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,281
Posted By Fredo76

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Blue Bella came out nice, I think....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 534,788
Posted By FujiQG7

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Puget Sound - Washington
04-09-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,928
Posted By Steel Charlie

This

I ride all three. I can't tell the difference. The 5mm is less than a 1/4". I also ride several types of shoes (one even has insoles) and cleates and I'd bet that there is more than a 1/4" difference...
04-09-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 3,018
Views: 873,542
Posted By Trav1s

My curb find 730 Multitrack Before: AceraX...

My curb find 730 Multitrack

Before:
AceraX 3x7 drivetrain & Acera wheel set
PostModerne seat post and adjustable stem
...
04-09-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 16,903
Posted By daka

For my 70th birthday, I revised the drivetrain to...

For my 70th birthday, I revised the drivetrain to accommodate a 28 tooth rear cog and fitted a 90th anniversary Carradice bag. Mudguards are old Zefals that I've had since the '80s. Not that it rains...
04-09-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 16,903
Posted By VRJAKE

Passed along years back, 1980 Medici Gran Turismo...

Passed along years back, 1980 Medici Gran Turismo that was sold with paint matched Silca and Blumel fenders:
...
04-09-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3,018
Views: 873,542
Posted By madpogue

^^^^^ Those "cross" Schwinns were great. They...

^^^^^ Those "cross" Schwinns were great. They never felt "sedate" like so many hybrids. My CrossCut feels at home pretty-much everywhere I take it.
04-09-24, 03:15 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,281
Posted By 50PlusCycling

My newest bike. I’ve been averaging about 30...

My newest bike. I’ve been averaging about 30 miles per day on this bike. In June I’ll be riding it out to the Hiramatsu hot springs resort in Atami, and in July I will ride it from Wakkanai in...
04-09-24, 12:59 AM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,075
Posted By merziac

Well, at the bridge, not sure where the "on" pics...

Well, at the bridge, not sure where the "on" pics are ATMO. :twitchy:

Bridge of the Gods, Cascade Locks OR, open grate over the mighty Columbia.

A little squirrelly with just the right amount...
04-08-24, 10:15 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,075
Posted By 52telecaster

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Trail from east Peoria IL to Morton.
04-08-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 59,973
Posted By beicster

My Raleigh International. I have replaced the...

My Raleigh International. I have replaced the white cable housing with black since this picture was taken and put Suntour barend shifters in it. ...
04-08-24, 12:13 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,890,033
Posted By 50PlusCycling

My All City Space Horse. I bought it as a bare...

My All City Space Horse. I bought it as a bare frame, installed a GRX 820 12 speed drive line, Mavic Allroad wheels, Thompson Masterpiece post, Deda stem and bar, Brooks “Select” B17 saddle, XTR 9120...
04-07-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,359
Posted By cjefferds

Picked this one up a few weeks ago. Rewrapped the...

Picked this one up a few weeks ago. Rewrapped the bars and put in a solid 20+ miles on it today. ...
04-07-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,095
Posted By Trav1s

Took it for a quick ride around the neighborhood...

Took it for a quick ride around the neighborhood and the stem change is a winner for now. Steering response is much less twitchy and I am more comfortable. I think something between the two would...
04-07-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,129,427
Posted By IdahoBrett

My 1990 ST400. Since buying it last fall I’ve...

My 1990 ST400. Since buying it last fall I’ve added my own personal choices; Brooks saddle and tape, SKS fenders, Kenda CX tires. Koolstop pads are next. If I can quit buying project bikes I’ll give...
04-07-24, 03:11 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,129,427
Posted By AeroFred

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I'm glad you appreciate it !

The Dia Compe Wing shifters are very...
04-06-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 59,973
Posted By beicster

My 91 Mercian King of Mercia. I took the bottom...

My 91 Mercian King of Mercia. I took the bottom picture when I was checking on 650b tire clearance in case I ever want to have the brake bosses moved. It takes 700x35’s with fenders. ...
04-06-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,129,427
Posted By Joe_Steel

Several years ago, I had the pleasure of...

Several years ago, I had the pleasure of restoring this 1983 Specialized Expedition... It's posted somewhere here in the 113 or so pages of vintage touring bikes :lol:...Here's a link to a blog post...
04-06-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 59,973
Posted By noglider

Here is a Bianchi Volpe I owned a few years ago....

Here is a Bianchi Volpe I owned a few years ago. It was good for commuting and hauling.

...
04-04-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,281
Posted By t2p

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my fav
04-04-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,281
Posted By t2p

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another double yikes - this one offers flat bar and drop bar !
04-04-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 59,973
Posted By ascherer

Haven't started commuting yet, so here's my...

Haven't started commuting yet, so here's my International from last season.
...
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