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09-11-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By rustystrings61

Many thanks to USAZorro for launching and judging...

Many thanks to USAZorro for launching and judging this year's event! I have come to realize I like the acquiring, disassembly, and reassembly process almost as much as I enjoy actually riding, and...
09-11-23, 09:11 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By Pompiere

Thanks to USAZorro to putting this together. I...

Thanks to USAZorro to putting this together. I am humbled to be mentioned in two different categories amongst some very nice entries. I had intended to do full paint and decals on the FW Evans,...
09-05-23, 09:08 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By hazetguy

Here's my recap. I guess I'm in the "Mucho...

Here's my recap.
I guess I'm in the "Mucho Cheapo" category, self imposed sub-category of "barn find".
Original purchase price: $60.
Additonal money spent: $0
Parts replaced: tires, tubes, rim...
09-05-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By rustystrings61

I rose early today, loading the bike onto the...

I rose early today, loading the bike onto the truck and driving to Northside Baptist Church's parking lot. I unloaded the bike, switched on the lights I had grabbed from other bikes and set out....
08-26-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By USAZorro

As long as it is measured with a reliable tool, I...

As long as it is measured with a reliable tool, I am good with it. This certainly qualifies. :thumb:
08-25-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By rustystrings61

Yesterday's ride went so well I thought I'd...

Yesterday's ride went so well I thought I'd repeat it. I got off to a slightly earlier start this morning to some pleasant surprises. First, I had more energy, when I had been anticipating feeling...
07-28-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By bikemig

Raleigh Gran Sport Frankenbike build

When I bought the Raleigh Gran Sport, it was a Frankenbike with little original other than the headset, bar and stem, seatpost and saddle. By the time I'm finished with the bike, it will still be a...
06-13-23, 01:50 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By Schweinhund

I will enter my free to me 1983 schwinn traveler,...

I will enter my free to me 1983 schwinn traveler, been looking for something like this...
05-25-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By Mad Honk

This one needs to be on the road again for...

This one needs to be on the road again for someone a lot taller than me. This is a freebee for anyone who can ride it and will be a nice 100 mile ride for that person. Not sure what category it will...
05-19-23, 08:13 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By USAZorro

That's an awesome find. Note that tubes and...

That's an awesome find.

Note that tubes and tires do not count toward the $108 budget. I don't want to have someone crash when a front tire blows out at speed because they were trying to get...
05-04-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By USAZorro

If you paid for, or traded an item acquired since...

If you paid for, or traded an item acquired since 1/1/23 for the part in 2023, consider it as part of the $108.00 limit. Items on-hand as of 1/1/23 count as $0. Items traded for items that were on...
03-22-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By Narhay

Sounds like this year's challenge is in good...

Sounds like this year's challenge is in good hands. Good luck everyone.
03-10-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By USAZorro

"On the Road Again" Challenges

Anyone who's spent any amount of time in C&V knows that there are many here who enjoy projects. There are also many who enjoy riding. And there are those who enjoy a bit of storytelling. And those...
09-13-22, 07:45 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By USAZorro

Peep? Hope everything is well with you,...

Peep?

Hope everything is well with you, Narhay.
08-16-22, 06:41 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By Narhay

Summer is my busy time of year. I'll review all...

Summer is my busy time of year. I'll review all 500 posts and make some insightful comments when I find the time.
05-22-22, 06:02 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By jdawginsc

I have a Sugino VP 48/38/28 170 if you want it. I...

I have a Sugino VP 48/38/28 170 if you want it. I probably have a BB that might work with it.

No charge. Just send me your address.

...
05-16-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By Oldsledz

After a 20 mile ride on my Raleigh Super Course I...

After a 20 mile ride on my Raleigh Super Course I am at 119 km. I paid 50.00 for the bike it didn't have any front brake pads so I used a set from a old frame I had sitting around they are old...
05-15-22, 10:39 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By rustystrings61

Day 2

I know, a week has gone by - but life gets crazy sometimes!

I took advantage of the Sunday morning pause and traveled roads I normally avoid. Forty years ago these were all good roads to ride,...
05-06-22, 09:31 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By rgvg

I think that's for a shifter (Huret). It's...

I think that's for a shifter (Huret). It's smaller and thinner (more like a button than a barrel). No way an mtb brake cable would fit in there.
05-06-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By Mr. 66

From the box the box o' crap a 14-28 freewheel is...

From the box the box o' crap a 14-28 freewheel is found, gently cleaned and installed....
04-29-22, 07:07 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By rustystrings61

The lugs are Bocama, and look like some variant...

The lugs are Bocama, and look like some variant of the Model 18 but with Type II sockets for the top and down tubes. The French LOVED the Huret Allvit derailleur ensemble, and I am told that if they...
04-26-22, 06:31 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,474
Posted By USAZorro

To be clear, I could not bring myself to pull the...

To be clear, I could not bring myself to pull the trigger on that Huffy. I chose to move forward with an 80-ish year old Robin Hood instead. Still on the klunkier side of the spectrum, but you are...
08-17-21, 07:00 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By Narhay

I finally realized why winners weren't chosen...

I finally realized why winners weren't chosen every year. Going through 600+ posts takes a bit of time. Sorry if I missed any entries but I was zipping through them.

Here are 2021's official...
07-31-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By Narhay

1 week warning

1 week warning
07-26-21, 04:00 PM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By Andy_K

This weekend, I finished off the mileage portion...

This weekend, I finished off the mileage portion of the challenge in fantastic style. Dfrost and gugie accompanied me on an epic journey to return the Takara from whence it came.
...
06-26-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By Unca_Sam

The trick is an unfussy behind, and padded shorts.

The trick is an unfussy behind, and padded shorts.
06-16-21, 07:41 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By Mr. 66

Ya know, if you leave a little earlier you could...

Ya know, if you leave a little earlier you could maybe go cow tipping.
06-16-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 56,036
Posted By rustystrings61

Around 6:30 a.m. on Deadfall Road near Clem Road...

Around 6:30 a.m. on Deadfall Road near Clem Road - we get some great sunrises around here!

...
Forum: Introductions
05-25-21, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 421
Posted By cb400bill

Welcome! I used to own a mint condition 1972...

Welcome!

I used to own a mint condition 1972 SC in coffee. It was a shame that it was too small. So I sold it.
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