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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-24-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 131
Posted By Catnap

definitely interested, as long as 9 speed can...

definitely interested, as long as 9 speed can also fit an 11 speed cassette. Please let me know pricing, photos here or via PM
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-23-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 131
Posted By Catnap

WTB - Campagnolo hub set 9/10/11 speed 32H

I finally got my hands on a set of Araya Super Aero rims and I want to build them for use with a Campagnolo Athena 11 speed group I have. I’m seeking a set of 32H Campagnolo hubs that can fit an 11...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-23-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By Catnap

Bumping this up - I’m buying the brakes listed...

Bumping this up - I’m buying the brakes listed above but still in search of brifters, crank, derailleurs, and hubs. Seeking as mint / nos as possible. I’ll buy used bits but they have to be very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,018
Posted By Catnap

i rode a 10-speed cassette with an XTR derailleur...

i rode a 10-speed cassette with an XTR derailleur and Suntour Command shifters in friction mode for years, and the above quote captures the experience perfectly. Like the other posters on this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,881
Posted By Catnap

having seen at least 100 spray.bike threads over...

having seen at least 100 spray.bike threads over the years, the majority of opinions are negative. most say the paint doesn't come out of the cans in an even flow, so it's very difficult to get good...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 318
Posted By Catnap

https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/suntour_super...

https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/suntour_superbe_derailleur_5300.html
https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/suntour_superbe_pro_sb00-ssb_7-speed.html

capacities are listed there
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By Catnap

yes but he does not have brifters and the parts...

yes but he does not have brifters and the parts are not in the mint/nos condition i'm seeking. i appreciate the note, however.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By Catnap

WTB: DA 7700 Brifters & Other Parts

I'm in search of a pair of ST-7700 Dura Ace 9-speed brifters, in as close to mint condition as possible. Most importantly, no scratches on the plastic front/sides of the shifters, which seems to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 900
Posted By Catnap

As others have noted, it's mostly a question of...

As others have noted, it's mostly a question of finish and which group will visually compliment a specific bike better or not. That said, personally I always prefer Dura Ace over 600 / Tricolor just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,660
Posted By Catnap

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1326x922/mercier_fullds1_7639cb033027dfe3c0aaa48f9383e69b457dc05c.jpg

This 1950s Mercier weighed in around 45lbs, it was a beast. Gas pipe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,792
Posted By Catnap

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1307/zunow_graf_6e687b34651f3c0b7383b82c91b60eed6719abed.jpg

One of my builds from a decade ago:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,612
Posted By Catnap

As an aside, I love collecting up very rare group...

As an aside, I love collecting up very rare group sets. Sometimes it takes years. The rabbit-hole of gold components / group sets is especially deep.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,612
Posted By Catnap

Superbe Pro works incredibly well as a friction...

Superbe Pro works incredibly well as a friction shifted group, and in my opinion looks a little better than any Dura Ace of the same era. Plus if you’re going with Specialized parts like I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,612
Posted By Catnap

I vote: Specialized cranks, stem, seat post,...

I vote: Specialized cranks, stem, seat post, headset, handlebars. Polish them all up to a bright silver finish. Dura Ace 7400 or 7700 drivetrain. Downtube shifters if you want to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,151
Posted By Catnap

this is the one I had saved on AliExpress: ...

this is the one I had saved on AliExpress:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805376166333.html

looks like it might also be made by LTWOO
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,151
Posted By Catnap

There are Chinese manufacturers still making...

There are Chinese manufacturers still making these and selling them on Ali Express for around $200.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-02-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,072
Posted By Catnap

MichaelBicycles they are sold

MichaelBicycles they are sold
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,087
Posted By Catnap

Was the place with wooden rims Amanda Cycles? ...

Was the place with wooden rims Amanda Cycles? They made a lot of disc wheels from wood, and the builder has made many mixed carbon- and steel-tubed custom frames.



My theory on the crazy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,347
Posted By Catnap

agree that you should let it go. that's not a...

agree that you should let it go. that's not a frame worth the cost & effort to repair and restore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,087
Posted By Catnap

When it comes to new parts, manufacturers have...

When it comes to new parts, manufacturers have their "MSRP" which isn't going to change that much from one country to the next. There might be a small discount if you can visit their factory, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,151
Posted By Catnap

you're welcome! as for the black finish, you can...

you're welcome! as for the black finish, you can probably remedy that with some oven cleaner, a wire brush, and some polishing compound.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,151
Posted By Catnap

I see at least two 144 bcd narrow-wide chainrings...

I see at least two 144 bcd narrow-wide chainrings for sale in the $50 range (assuming you're mounting them on that Campagnolo NR crank):

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224122530789...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,151
Posted By Catnap

You're going to want a narrow-wide. I'm not 100%...

You're going to want a narrow-wide. I'm not 100% on the mechanics but essentially they are chainrings designed for 1x drivetrains. I believe the chainrings have the same spacing as normal 3/32"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

Konichiwa, Vogue-Rider San! I have read your blog...

Konichiwa, Vogue-Rider San! I have read your blog about the Gitane Vogue. I learned a lot from your writing and plan to update my article soon. Thank you for writing here and I look forward to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,972
Posted By Catnap

I'm in my mid-40s but have been finding myself...

I'm in my mid-40s but have been finding myself less confident and comfortable on aggressive racing bikes than I used to be. I'm still using drop bars on my most of my bikes but preferring a more...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-30-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 296
Posted By Catnap

Brewsmith had some Campy track cranksets for sale...

Brewsmith had some Campy track cranksets for sale recently
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,986
Posted By Catnap

god bless you noglider for keeping the co-op...

god bless you noglider for keeping the co-op running. I met some gentlemen at the last Bike Jumble who said the Times Up co-op was back operating again, at a location in Manhattan.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By Catnap

interesting! I did not know that Kashima made...

interesting! I did not know that Kashima made Brooks-clones. from my experience with Japanese randonneur bikes, they usually come equipped with a Brooks Pro, or occasionally a Fujita Belt saddle. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,210
Posted By Catnap

abdon are you looking for the SunXCD adapter that...

abdon are you looking for the SunXCD adapter that converts a 50.4 BCD crank to 130BCD? I've got one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,210
Posted By Catnap

i wasn't aware SunXCD had packed it in. I...

i wasn't aware SunXCD had packed it in. I haven't seen the cranksets come up for sale new that often, but the other bits seem to be out there. Other than the cranksets, their offering was very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-24, 12:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,305
Posted By Catnap

No one’s mentioned it yet, but OP is running what...

No one’s mentioned it yet, but OP is running what looks like a front derailleur for a double crankset on a triple. This may also account for some of the issues - I suggest getting a front derailleur...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-24, 12:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 797
Posted By Catnap

It’s not a collectible bike, so no, not “hipster...

It’s not a collectible bike, so no, not “hipster gold” I’m afraid. Enjoy riding it! It’s a good, versatile steed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By Catnap

Dura Ace 7400 Crankset Compatible with DA 7700 9 Speed?

In hopes of improving the ergonomics of my 3Rensho's cockpit (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1285685-3rensho-modeulo-katana-road-restoration.html), I've decide to swap out the current...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-30-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,427
Posted By Catnap

Checking in to say I bought two sets of the...

Checking in to say I bought two sets of the Simplex chainrings when OP first started making them. I haven’t gotten around to mounting them on a bike but the quality and finishing is top notch. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,529
Posted By Catnap

If someone’s going to fake a frame it’s not going...

If someone’s going to fake a frame it’s not going to be a Davidson they fake
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,125
Posted By Catnap

I reuse leather bar tape all the time. You don’t...

I reuse leather bar tape all the time. You don’t need it to have sticky backing; apply some tension to the bar tape as you wrap it and it will go on fine. No need to over complicate
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 432
Posted By Catnap

I’ve seen this graphic kicking around since the...

I’ve seen this graphic kicking around since the early 2000s. Sometimes with different made-up words for the components. Always worth a chuckle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

darkmoon I went to the blog link and used Google...

darkmoon I went to the blog link and used Google Translate... and my mind was blown! so much more info there than I could have ever imagined. I will have to make further updates to my article on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,467
Posted By Catnap

that was my thought - the BB and seat cluster...

that was my thought - the BB and seat cluster couldn't have been made in someone's home workshop. I'm suspicious as to whether this is really a one-off custom or not. I assumed some folks on this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,467
Posted By Catnap

Interesting Vintage Pinned & Glued Aluminum Custom Frame

This frame popped up recently on Portland, OR Craigslist - https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bop/d/portland-vintage-custom-built-road-frame/7754013405.html.

Description here, since the link will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

I acquired it back in March, I think. The actual...

I acquired it back in March, I think. The actual restoration work took only one days' worth of work, but I spent another few weeks acquiring the additional parts and tweaking the build to get it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

fun fact, I did actually go with a Superbe Pro...

fun fact, I did actually go with a Superbe Pro crankset at first:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1361/img_3631_ebba84c463b3771c7c76428b45ab9cd66736d386.jpeg

On this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

darkmoon haha yeah the video itself wasn't too...

darkmoon haha yeah the video itself wasn't too helpful but there was some very useful information in the comments. One said that Toshio Kajiwara of Everest actually came up with the name "Vogue" for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

I check Yahoo Japan Auctions and Mercari daily...

I check Yahoo Japan Auctions and Mercari daily for a bunch of search terms: Zunow, 3Rensho, Kalavinka, Nagasawa, Toei, Vogue, Samson. From time to time (i.e. maybe 1-2 times a year) a bike or frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,456
Posted By Catnap

Vogue Road Bicycle Restoration

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1432x1080/vogueaki_02_large__b03bcb4e561f2d6127da94485f2fc43b1f7a16a3.jpg

I recently finished this restoration of a Vogue road bike, custom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,566
Posted By Catnap

the one where they all dogpile and insult newbies...

the one where they all dogpile and insult newbies who post questions about less-than-high-end bikes? Saw that today and considered an unfollow, myself
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-08-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 378
Posted By Catnap

Wow yeah I have never ever seen a long cage Sante...

Wow yeah I have never ever seen a long cage Sante RD before and wouldn’t have believed it was real if you hadn’t posted a photo.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-08-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 342
Posted By Catnap

im interested - can you share a photo and price...

im interested - can you share a photo and price via private message or email? I’m at skpearson at gmail dot com.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 342
Posted By Catnap

WTB: 10 speed Campagnolo Shifters

I'm looking for a set of 10-speed Campy shifters, preferably with the carbon-style lever blades. Can be Record, Chorus, or Centaur. Will consider Mirage or Xenon as well. Show me what you got!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,562
Posted By Catnap

should work just fine if you're using friction...

should work just fine if you're using friction shifting and a long-cage rear derailleur. no different than a regular triple on a six speed rear.
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