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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By genejockey

Good thing I never tried to pretend this old bike...

Good thing I never tried to pretend this old bike stuff was an investment. So, once again - "How do you make a small fortune buying and selling vintage bikes? Start with a large fortune."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8
Posted By PeteHski

Sounds like an ISM saddle.

Sounds like an ISM saddle.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,487
Posted By badger1

Strong words. Where, exactly, in this thread do...

Strong words. Where, exactly, in this thread do you find "misinformation" and "borderline racism", along with "ignorant [sic] comments"? If you can't cite specific examples in this thread to support...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By Kabuki12

There was a Moto Le Champion on CL for $150 with...

There was a Moto Le Champion on CL for $150 with most of the original parts and it sold last year after a couple weeks. Then a Moto Grand Jubile with Campy derailleurs for $100 and that took MONTHS...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3,610
Views: 1,006,420
Posted By George

Good looking bike.

Good looking bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,395
Posted By ascherer

My 1970 Professional Mk I is my best example of...

My 1970 Professional Mk I is my best example of using selected new and old components to achieve a blend of function and style. It came to me as a frame and fork and was better suited for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 6,415
Views: 596,893
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

17.4 miles and a shameful wet ride. Rain came in...

17.4 miles and a shameful wet ride. Rain came in half hour early. So the ride back wasn't as planned.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 78
Posted By squirtdad

That is my fun for the evening......after an...

That is my fun for the evening......after an afternoon ride and finishing a video of my last kayak fun (bumpy (for me) water off of Moss Landing)

I will post with pics and updates, especially if...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3,014
Views: 68,746
Posted By genejockey

The one that kills off the sopranos in "La...

The one that kills off the sopranos in "La Bohème" and "La Traviata"?

"The Opera isn't over until the fat lady sings dies."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By Aubergine

That's brilliant!

That's brilliant!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By daverup

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike, ...

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike,

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1304x1437/img_20240521_164238_8fd622205cd2f3dd4e39dc3b1e3f96315d69eecf.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 693
Posted By jdawginsc

Umm. YES!!! Iconic brand, and a personal grail...

Umm. YES!!! Iconic brand, and a personal grail for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By jdawginsc

I have that one in my stash waiting for the right...

I have that one in my stash waiting for the right project...funny you picked that one!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By Strawbunyan

I checked out BTP, they do have some cool stuff. ...

I checked out BTP, they do have some cool stuff.
I don't think I am trying to mess with cork but this Grandma's couch look really does it for me. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By jdawginsc

BTP and Serfas have some very cool bar tape as...

BTP and Serfas have some very cool bar tape as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 19,430
Posted By jdawginsc

Only if YOU feel it does...

Only if YOU feel it does...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 3,014
Views: 68,746
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I was wondering if A thru L or N thru Z were...

I was wondering if A thru L or N thru Z were matters of any concern
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,167
Posted By genejockey

Yep. If you read my "Hole In The Head" thread,...

Yep. If you read my "Hole In The Head" thread, you know I had the bits lying around. I would not have started a new project if I didn't, but the work that goes into a project is indeed therapeutic,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 19,430
Posted By Trav1s

Does selling a bike for a friend count as an N +1...

Does selling a bike for a friend count as an N +1 event? Does trying out a bike without committing to purchase also count as an N +1 event?

If so, I'm going in the wrong direction...

I cleaned...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By Aubergine

One roll generally is enough for one side of the...

One roll generally is enough for one side of the bar. Skip the shellac for now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By shelbyfv

I've recently faced this choice at age 75. I'd...

I've recently faced this choice at age 75. I'd become one of the slower riders and was on track to dropping into the "short" group of 30 mile rides instead of the usual 50-60ish. A couple of guys...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,487
Posted By Caliwild

So much for that...

So much for that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 4,333
Posted By Aubergine

the best cloth tape IMO is Newbaum's. It comes in...

the best cloth tape IMO is Newbaum's. It comes in a great variety of color and is easy to use. The word you are looking for is shellac. I am not a fan of leather bar tape. It does not like being bent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By merziac

Very far, you and many others are trying or...

Very far, you and many others are trying or thinking about downsizing, getting out, thinning the herd, etc, etc.

Its a double entendre, the buyers that used to be are the sellers now and most...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By USAZorro

With that Trek, I'd swap the brifters off for...

With that Trek, I'd swap the brifters off for aero levers and friction shifters, drop the price by $20-$30 and then either use them on another project, or sell them separately for whatever they seem...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,997
Posted By RustyPeugeot

markk900 thank you for doing that. My bottom...

markk900 thank you for doing that.

My bottom bracket spindle is 3S!

The drive side fixed cup on the blue bike seems worn to me, so I’ll try to swap in the fixed cup from the rusty white bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,167
Posted By Strawbunyan

agreed. I was able to justify thr last purchases...

agreed. I was able to justify thr last purchases as they do save me gas and wear and tear on the family vehicle and also let's me leave said vehicle with my wife so she isn't stuck at home while I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By SoCaled

Maybe not in this section, but you have a premium...

Maybe not in this section, but you have a premium membership and could place in the C&V sales section.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 27,210
Views: 3,192,086
Posted By essiemyra

I was able to get out and ride with my brother...

I was able to get out and ride with my brother today? We originally were planning on a 20 mile ride but the ride ended up being 33 miles as I missed a turn and my brother took the lead to get us back...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 3,014
Views: 68,746
Posted By Velo Vol

Apparently. I didn't even know I had gotten...

Apparently. I didn't even know I had gotten tested for it at the witch doctors, but a notification came this morning with the test results.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3,014
Views: 68,746
Posted By indyfabz

I’ve never seen it, but it/he won several awards....

I’ve never seen it, but it/he won several awards.

Fun fact: The actor who played Lawrence in Office Space is the same guy who played Rex, the Rexkwondo instructor, in Napoleon Dynamite.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 27,210
Views: 3,192,086
Posted By WaveyGravey

Got another 25 miles in today!!!

Got another 25 miles in today!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 189
Posted By John Nolan

With tire levers, soap and a bit of persistence I...

With tire levers, soap and a bit of persistence I finally got it mounted. Thanks everyone.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6,415
Views: 596,893
Posted By WaveyGravey

25 miles for me today.

25 miles for me today.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 131
Posted By Eric F

There are pros and cons for both 1x and 2x/3x. ...

There are pros and cons for both 1x and 2x/3x. On a MTB, where small steps between gears are essentially inconsequential, a wide-range 1x is a simple sequential system that eliminates the potential...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 943
Posted By noglider

I realize the OP has solved his problem, but I...

I realize the OP has solved his problem, but I can say:

I have a lot of these creaking problems. The causes have varied. Sometimes it's a matter of removing the pedals and regreasing them more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 131
Posted By Iride01

Hmm, you are right the OP did say this was for a...

Hmm, you are right the OP did say this was for a TT bike. So there are a few extra considerations. I just assumed a normal road bike since that is the name of the forum. And the fact I only retain...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-21-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 51
Posted By Hermes

Training Zones - San Millan

With UAE and Tadej Pogačar's success in the Giro, I thought a revisit of San Millan's training philosophy would be in order and some might find interesting.

This is a solo video and not part of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 131
Posted By ArgoMan

All very good observations. I went to a 1x...

All very good observations. I went to a 1x because I had never used the smaller ring in several years. Heck, I can only recall one time where I used the largest rear cog. And I would experience FD...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 693
Posted By AdventureManCO

I’m betting that if you mentioned the bike was a...

I’m betting that if you mentioned the bike was a Columbine, you’d get way more interest from folks ‘round these parts.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 27,210
Views: 3,192,086
Posted By 2cam16

Gorgeous Bay Area weather today so had to ride...

Gorgeous Bay Area weather today so had to ride some Italian steel:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53737571775_67a0a05407_h.jpgIMG_5828 by 2cam16, on Flickr
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 131
Posted By SoSmellyAir

In addition to the above, I heard that really...

In addition to the above, I heard that really hardcore TT riders choose their chain rings so that the most frequently used gear combination would have a perfect (i.e., parallel to top tube) chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 45
Posted By Iride01

Maybe the tick has been there awhile and you just...

Maybe the tick has been there awhile and you just now are noticing in the quiet and boredom of riding on a trainer.

Have you checked the chain ring bolts? One person recently found they needed to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/6d19f958_9eca_4b14_9f2e_f5483f9cadb1_9f1d3e242c23c28627431b33b64925950e0d2b1f.jpeg
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I'd sell for super cheap (under $150) or rebuild...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,358,668
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I humbly suggest that any Made in USA CAAD should...

I humbly suggest that any Made in USA CAAD should qualify as C&V regardless of headset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By icemilkcoffee

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/woodacre-19...

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/woodacre-1985-trek-620-touring/7747035854.html
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/woodacre-1981-centurion-semi-pro/7747558966.html...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 131
Posted By PeteHski

I find this one the most intuitive:- ...

I find this one the most intuitive:-

https://www.gear-calculator.com/?GR=DERS&KB=22,36&RZ=11,13,15,17,19,21,24,28,32,36&UF=2215&TF=90&SL=2.6&UN=KMH&DV=teeth
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1,084
Views: 235,502
Posted By JaccoW

Nah, pretty sure that is a clip on light. The red...

Nah, pretty sure that is a clip on light. The red one around the seat tube is the rear one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 350
Posted By orcas island

I’m not sure how to link my ads to this site. ...

I’m not sure how to link my ads to this site.
I’ve trying to move some middle priced bikes; 1985 Trek 620, 1975 Moto LeChampion, and a 1981 Centurion Semi -Pro. Please don’t interpret this as an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,997
Posted By markk900

Part 2: cotterless crank axle Pic 1-3 :...

Part 2: cotterless crank axle

Pic 1-3 : measurements of axle (3S):
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4647_dab5feb7ab0149a08b0d2136adc99344ffdb52fc.jpeg...
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