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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

Just came in here to say I'm at least 2 days...

Just came in here to say I'm at least 2 days sober - I haven't looked for new bikes in the last 48hrs. Ultimately, my hope is that I start to lose a little bit of interest, and in a way it will help...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,443
Posted By AdventureManCO

Super cheap bmx and learn to flatland in your...

Super cheap bmx and learn to flatland in your spare time?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

How about toothpaste and then we just call it a...

How about toothpaste and then we just call it a day!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

You are extremely kind, much too generous for a...

You are extremely kind, much too generous for a dirty dog like me. If anything, you and others like you (my wife included) are the kindly saints and angels that put up with me and I am grateful...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

Why go to all this trouble when I have wood...

Why go to all this trouble when I have wood putty:twitchy::lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

Haha just wait for the next Huffy disaster to be...

Haha just wait for the next Huffy disaster to be inflicted upon this forum!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-24, 01:04 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

We're here to help, and I do mean that sincerely....

We're here to help, and I do mean that sincerely. Welcome aboard. I think a good first step is to think about that emotional attachment - how did it start, where is it at now? Can it be focused in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-24, 12:51 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

You and me both. I shoulda picked up that 790 I...

You and me both. I shoulda picked up that 790 I saw a week ago, but it probably went to an ecstatic new owner. They made a ton of MTs, so sooner or later anyone who is looking for one will probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

Or heck...write a book! I think both you and...

Or heck...write a book! I think both you and Randy have been two of the most prolific bike 'holders' who have also decided to share with the world your experiences, which has been a lot of fun for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

Patient is still alive, but the greatest areas of...

Patient is still alive, but the greatest areas of terminal threat are at the bottom of the seat tube just above the BB on the DS, and on the underside of the bottom tube near the head tube.

We...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 14,552
Posted By AdventureManCO

what parts do you need? Happy to donate some to...

what parts do you need? Happy to donate some to the cause. Free doesn’t add to the total:thumb:

Also consider the BoC if you haven’t already, as $20 for shipping may get you pretty far in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 628
Posted By AdventureManCO

I am no Konno expert, but I think the Konno-built...

I am no Konno expert, but I think the Konno-built Allez bikes had a brazed on seatpost clamp, not stamped into the cluster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

The first try was a fail, yes… ...

The first try was a fail, yes…


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…but then,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

The prognosis is grim. Patient is on the...

The prognosis is grim. Patient is on the operating table. We'll know more in 24hrs.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

Stopped by the store to pick up something...

Stopped by the store to pick up something necessary for the test…

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 874
Posted By AdventureManCO

Too bad it wasn't the Rock Shox 'Fork' model:lol:

Too bad it wasn't the Rock Shox 'Fork' model:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,705
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well lookee what showed up to the house today,...

Well lookee what showed up to the house today, unfortunately:D

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-08-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 729
Posted By AdventureManCO

I had one of these for a short time while I was...

I had one of these for a short time while I was helping to sell it for a non-profit. I think it ended up selling for $40. Most of the Raleigh Sports from around this time were of the 3 speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,440
Posted By AdventureManCO

I've got the stock bars on there now, and yes...

I've got the stock bars on there now, and yes they are really narrow. I'm looking to bump them up to maybe some 660mm bars. The previous iteration of my Multitrack was near perfect - quill adapter,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,440
Posted By AdventureManCO

As much as I love the Multitracks, this sentiment...

As much as I love the Multitracks, this sentiment is pretty accurate. Part of the reason is that there are just so many of them out there. I think that while there are a lot of people that enjoy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,577
Posted By AdventureManCO

Welcome! Multitracks are great bikes! I have a...

Welcome! Multitracks are great bikes! I have a very high opinion of mine, even compared to bikes many would consider ‘higher end’.

I didn’t see your edited out comment, but I probably would have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 9,946
Posted By AdventureManCO

Forget the vintage Trek…let’s see the vintage...

Forget the vintage Trek…let’s see the vintage Porsche:love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 9,946
Posted By AdventureManCO

I second this. Mods can move threads, maybe PM...

I second this. Mods can move threads, maybe PM one and ask if they can? This thread is a gem and I wouldn’t have known about it if I hadn’t perused this forum. I’m betting there are a lot more in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-07-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 398
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good on you Brewsmith:thumb:

Good on you Brewsmith:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,440
Posted By AdventureManCO

Thank you for the article. It was fun reading...

Thank you for the article. It was fun reading about these bikes. My Trek 750, while of the next gen (lungless and tigged) follow in the same spirit of the earlier rendition featured in this article...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By AdventureManCO

Sure thing, I don't think its going...

Sure thing, I don't think its going anywhere:thumb: Let's touch base when you are back. Feel free to PM me whenever.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 654
Views: 169,425
Posted By AdventureManCO

Thanks Alex, much appreciated. Hopefully no hard...

Thanks Alex, much appreciated. Hopefully no hard feelings!:o I told the previous owner I respected whatever decision he wanted to make regarding the bike, since he mentioned there were others...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

It is very tempting to put a lens of money over...

It is very tempting to put a lens of money over all of this, as we (usually) need money to acquire, and in most cases, ask for it when moving them on.

However, there is so much more to it than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 46,816
Posted By AdventureManCO

Guys, I'm happy to report that this...

Guys,

I'm happy to report that this generation (the DiNucci gen) of Allez models can quite possibly take 700x33s! Which, given its day (90s) is highly unusual I suppose.

The rear: absolutely no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,748
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is what always seems to get me during...

This is what always seems to get me during 'frozen seat post' party time. I stick the thing upside down in the vise, thinking we are going to have some fun, and the two-part post just turns (into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By AdventureManCO

Sounds good. unworthy1 you game? I can box it...

Sounds good. unworthy1 you game? I can box it up and get a shipping quote. I'm not sure name/handle 'mentions' are still working, and even the 'quotes' on this forum seem messed up now. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2,750
Views: 174,773
Posted By AdventureManCO

And in one of the slightly larger, hard to find...

And in one of the slightly larger, hard to find sizes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By AdventureManCO

You bet.

You bet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm coming to the same realization on other bikes...

I'm coming to the same realization on other bikes I have, as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

James, This is an important post. One point...

James,

This is an important post. One point I really want to touch on is the memores piece. Even if things change for the future (i.e. less bikes donated, less bikes picked up, etc) it does not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 12:31 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

I love this, you are just so intentional w/ your...

I love this, you are just so intentional w/ your bike(s). I think that is part of the reason I fail - the flippant/opportunist attitude. Which, honestly, can still be really fun. There is a place....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 12:29 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,895
Posted By AdventureManCO

That is the battle for all of us, especially...

That is the battle for all of us, especially myself. Great job having yours down to six.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-02-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 507
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow...gorgeous

Wow...gorgeous
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,839
Posted By AdventureManCO

If you go to 'my profile' by clicking on the...

If you go to 'my profile' by clicking on the dropdown next to your name at the top of this page while signed in, you'll be able to access the ability to create an album, add your pictures, and then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,086
Posted By AdventureManCO

That's giving Raleigh quite a bit of credit:D ...

That's giving Raleigh quite a bit of credit:D


Lovely project, and I'm glad to have seen the pictures of this one you showed me. Now, let's get to that ride report!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,765
Posted By AdventureManCO

Okay! It's been almost 2 years since I posted...

Okay! It's been almost 2 years since I posted this one! Time for some reflection.

Back then I was sort of on a quest to find out what best represents 'C&V' in the minds of most, and also maybe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 821
Views: 64,373
Posted By AdventureManCO

Thanks to all who are playing; while I am not, it...

Thanks to all who are playing; while I am not, it is fun to live vicariously through you all! Props to Mad Honk for his efforts!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By AdventureManCO

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/0b418eb0_9b60_409c_a974_dfcdd7dd2733_630661d05d303033e69ed05e93616fdb304cfb60.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,549
Posted By AdventureManCO

+1 Mystery bikes are fun. Sometimes, its...

+1

Mystery bikes are fun. Sometimes, its what makes it more fun than if you knew. I've also got a mystery bike with some similar appointments. I bet yours is going to ride very nice. These bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 684
Posted By AdventureManCO

+1 I kept reading nostalgic stories from the...

+1

I kept reading nostalgic stories from the late 70s and 80s about how kids grew up with their Huffy 10 speed and 'loved that bike until it got stolen'...

If they are willing to snag the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,839
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, Norman Fay owners unite! (I don't have one,...

Wow, Norman Fay owners unite! (I don't have one, but hey)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 2,750
Views: 174,773
Posted By AdventureManCO

wow wow wow

wow wow wow
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 46,816
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good suggestion!

Good suggestion!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 882
Posted By AdventureManCO

Looks like good ol’ mild steel to me!:thumb::lol:

Looks like good ol’ mild steel to me!:thumb::lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,839
Posted By AdventureManCO

first of all I’m so sorry to hear of your...

first of all I’m so sorry to hear of your condition, and that it means the discontinuation of something that was no doubt important to you. That sounds very hard.

Regarding the selling/purchasing...
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