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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 01:33 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

This thread needs more pitchers :lol: ...

This thread needs more pitchers :lol:

Purple paint faded in a number of weird ways, with decals and head badge added after the fact (by yours truly) when no one would buy it in lesser completed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By AdventureManCO

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,314
Posted By BobG

I'm bumping this ancient thread only because I...

I'm bumping this ancient thread only because I knew Bill Vetter well and can shed some light.

I met Bill when I was an 18 year old high school kid in VA. At the time Bill was a photographer at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By mhespenheide

For me, it's the recognition that adding more...

For me, it's the recognition that adding more bicycles takes away from the time that I have for riding. And I have to be ruthless about holding on to the idea that riding is better than collecting. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By mhespenheide

I'm not quite at these levels, but I'm currently...

I'm not quite at these levels, but I'm currently at 9 bikes locally (+2 "zero" bikes at my parents' house) and 6 frames. But I'm likely moving soon. And probably to a smaller space. So I need to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,869
Posted By Markeologist

Oui! ...

Oui!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By RCMoeur

Perfect grocery-getter. :D

Perfect grocery-getter. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,646
Posted By jjhabbs

Largest bike haul I've ever found! Totally crazy. I pictorial review.

I'm so fortunate to have this collection. Some of you may know the original owner of these bikes. He is from just north of Nashville.


The gents widow wanted the collection to stay together and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By cinelliguy

My vintage bicycle buying and selling short...

My vintage bicycle buying and selling short story.

Started buying in 1999, number grew from 2 riders, by 2007 I had 32 riders, 3 non-rides, two of them Cinelli Lasers (one attached), 4 framesets....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By noglider

I don't know how we can help. I'm serious. I had...

I don't know how we can help. I'm serious. I had a huge collection at one point, and I was afraid the Hoarders TV show would come around to shoot an episode.

Asking for support here is like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By merziac

And for what its worth, I "only" added 6-7 in the...

And for what its worth, I "only" added 6-7 in the last year, 3 are Paramounts one of which was basically given to me so.....

2-3 are parts donors and 2-3 are for other folks, so again......
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 11:43 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By RCMoeur

It ain't really a way to make a decent living,...

It ain't really a way to make a decent living, but I value my bike-fixing time as recovery from the hours of cat-herding of paying clients. Plus it's more productive and orders of magnitude more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 432
Posted By macstuff

Winter Project Finished

Actually one of three Winter Projects. The next will be done in two weeks and the last will probably be a Spring finish.

1950 MacLean

I bought this nearly two years ago and it had been thrown...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 555
Posted By Jicafold

What Colnago is this?

So I bought this Colnago off a friend. What can you tell me about it? It has Campy headset, bottom bracket, and seatpost binder bolt. Campy dropouts on frame and fork. Year? Model? Frame tubing?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By AdventureManCO

The Collection Reduction Support/Encouragement/Accountability thread!

I have too many bikes, for various reasons.

There is no more space, they are tripping hazards, they are getting damaged moving them around, they are taking up too much time away from family, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,426
Posted By Choke

And let's not forget that Roland Della Santa...

And let's not forget that Roland Della Santa (RIP) made frames with his "Ossobucco" chainstays.

http://nahbs19.ciocctoo.com/ds2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,426
Posted By Bianchigirll

I finally Found it! The bike with holes in it.

Way back a few lifetimes ago when I started wasting time er uh learning such great knowledge here, there was a reference to a post about a fabulous bike that had holes in the frame, intentionally. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15,448
Views: 4,070,811
Posted By zukahn1

I really like the Raliegh branded Suntour VX...

I really like the Raliegh branded Suntour VX shift with the bar end power shifters about the nicest of the late 70's shift groups.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,773
Posted By merziac

I think there were plenty of yellow and black as...

I think there were plenty of yellow and black as well.
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But I do agree on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,773
Posted By SharpByCoop

1977 Paramount - #2 Restoration - Continued progress

After restoring scads of entry-level Schwinn Suburbans, Varsity's, Superior, and more, I acquired and restored THIS Paramount gem last Fall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22,324
Views: 4,640,548
Posted By SoCaled

Not sure what is going on here? self actualizing...

Not sure what is going on here? self actualizing bicycle? I've have heard the "Pegron's" are pretty rare :rolleyes:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-29-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 22,324
Views: 4,640,548
Posted By SoCaled

Campagnolo? Shimano? Suntour? Simplex? Nah,...

Campagnolo? Shimano? Suntour? Simplex? Nah, "Built Ford Tough"
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,119,969
Posted By brandenjs

First shakedown ride for the 1995 GT Pantera....

First shakedown ride for the 1995 GT Pantera. Pretty awesome rigid ride. STX group. Had to change the stem from the original GT flat stem. Back in the day I didn't mind being laid out, but with age...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 837
Posted By Velo Mule

Good company

That looks great smurfy . I have an 88 Traveler as well. I am not enamored with the paint job. It might have been great in '88. But now, to my eyes....? Anyway, when I ride it I don't see the paint...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 837
Posted By bironi

Just back from the Powder Shop!

Looks very nice.
I have a powder coated 2005 Moots that stills looks new.
Definitely more durable than paint.
Enjoy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2,354
Views: 561,012
Posted By RustyJames

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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This one popped up on my FB feed. A young Paul Anka….on a Legnano!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2,354
Views: 561,012
Posted By Kobe

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of...

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of her at the Super Bowl.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 22,324
Views: 4,640,548
Posted By SoCaled

taking the "Bridgestone tax" to the next level ...

taking the "Bridgestone tax" to the next level

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Forum: Electric Bikes
01-16-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,836
Posted By cat0020

I bought a Chinese SuperCub clone back in 2009...

I bought a Chinese SuperCub clone back in 2009 for $1300, it was shipped to my driveway from China for free.
It gets well over 90 mpg, can out pace most cars from 0-30 mph (with good shifting...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-06-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,468
Posted By seypat

That's why I ride by myself. Some people want the...

That's why I ride by myself. Some people want the good and bad that comes along with a group ride and others don't. It's a choice and neither is wrong.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-06-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,468
Posted By Bob Ross

Slight thread drift: As someone who spent 12...

Slight thread drift: As someone who spent 12 years coaching an annual progressive training course in Cooperative Group Cycling Skills I always get a bit uneasy when people talk about "It's my ride"...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-05-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,468
Posted By bblair

At the risk of being too obvious, maybe you just...

At the risk of being too obvious, maybe you just a different group.

At age 66, I mainly ride with folks (men & women) who are retired and in my age group. Since we're not working, we can ride...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-05-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,468
Posted By Wildwood

My Orbea is Class 1 and the hub motor shuts off...

My Orbea is Class 1 and the hub motor shuts off well before 20mph, maybe 14-15mph. If one rides with the hammering fast group, they will likely be hammering to drop any e-bike. It helps me on steep...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-22-23, 09:29 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,027
Posted By Bully4

I always ride to stay in shape. E bikes seem to...

I always ride to stay in shape. E bikes seem to work against that process. However, I think they help to bring new riders into the fold. I’m sure it helps all the bike shops with their bottom line. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-21-23, 01:09 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 10,854
Posted By terrymorse

I don't have direct experience with knee...

I don't have direct experience with knee replacement, but I did use a trainer after hip surgery.

As soon as I could get onto the trainer (with help from my wife), I started using it. First with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-21-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,253
Posted By scottfsmith

I think you will basically get mobility just for...

I think you will basically get mobility just for the knee with your ROM physical therapy. Mobility training is working on mobility in all parts of the body, not just one part.

I looked around on...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-12-23, 08:37 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,096
Posted By Daniel4

I'm 61 and the bikes I ride are all heavy- like...

I'm 61 and the bikes I ride are all heavy- like 35lb plus pack. If I need to carry a bike up or down the stairs, I just lift by the top tube on the palm of one hand and hold the rest of the bike...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-12-23, 08:07 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,096
Posted By bblair

If you are looking for permission to buy a new...

If you are looking for permission to buy a new bike, here it is: Go Buy the New Bike!

This coupon redeemable at a Local Bike Shop near you. Offer valid indefinitely.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-23, 11:21 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,096
Posted By terrymorse

When I was in my early 40s, I had a heavy touring...

When I was in my early 40s, I had a heavy touring bike (about 11 kg). I rode that thing for tens of thousands of miles, and millions (yes, millions plural) of vertical feet.

My ride buddies told...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,096
Posted By big john

Regardless of one's age, a lighter bike will...

Regardless of one's age, a lighter bike will accelerate a bit faster and climb a bit faster. Whether those things are a benefit to you only you can decide. If you're just riding alone probably not.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-11-23, 12:24 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,096
Posted By 79pmooney

Yes. Lighter bikes are easier for us old guys to...

Yes. Lighter bikes are easier for us old guys to hoist onto the pegs for storage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 07:26 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,869
Posted By rccardr

The answer is yes.

The answer is yes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-21, 04:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,197
Posted By steelbikeguy

very cool!! One of the local fellows got a...

very cool!!
One of the local fellows got a stainless rando frame from Mr. Meade. A great bike that can handle some abuse and performs well.

Steve in Peoria
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-21, 04:06 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 10,842
Posted By ThermionicScott

I'm not confident enough to enter any of my bikes...

I'm not confident enough to enter any of my bikes in the contest, but I'm pretty sure my fender lines are better than this dude's. :p
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,197
Posted By tacreamer

I do. I’ve 8 of my bicycles setup with dynamo...

I do. I’ve 8 of my bicycles setup with dynamo lighting. Also, I’m a Randonneur #3501.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,197
Posted By steelbikeguy

I do enjoy a night ride... that's one aspect of...

I do enjoy a night ride... that's one aspect of my bike commute that I miss ... but being retired is still preferable. :)

The dusk or sunset hours are my favorite aspect of night riding. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 10,842
Posted By ollo_ollo

Don't have many pics, but here's 2 of mine: Giles...

Don't have many pics, but here's 2 of mine: Giles Berthet SS fenders on my Grand Jubile, mounted by Corey Thompson, now a frame builder of note in Olympia, WA, but back then was wrenching for Bill...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 32,938
Posted By Dudelsack

I’ve been listening to French Impressionist piano...

I’ve been listening to French Impressionist piano music. Stunningly beautiful.

I recently discovered Army of Me by Björk.

As far as my own performances go:...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,819
Posted By Random11

I'm riding because I had to quit running due to...

I'm riding because I had to quit running due to advanced arthritis in my knees. I was wondering if that would also keep me from riding, but I've been at it almost four years now and cycling doesn't...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-28-21, 06:10 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,819
Posted By OldsCOOL

If you don’t get bored with your 10mi route,...

If you don’t get bored with your 10mi route, enjoy! Just keep riding and stoking the passion.

My body type works against me for longer rides. If I do a hilly 40, that’s a good ride. I’m not built...
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