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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 842
Posted By SwimmerMike

This is exactly why I was so bummed when...

This is exactly why I was so bummed when Cupertino Bike Shop shut the doors a year and a half ago. The conversations were very different:


Me riding in on my 70's Colnango: I'm looking for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 58
Posted By SwimmerMike

A picture or it didn’t happen

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 58
Posted By SwimmerMike

Legnano Paint Color Code

There's a few threads that address repaint Legnano's in their original "Lizard yellow". In the threads I found, either it's a Moto-guzi color (that didn't have a RAL paint code), or a series of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 197
Posted By SwimmerMike

If I was doing a full restore I would get it...

If I was doing a full restore I would get it rechromed and professionally painted. If you are painting it yourself (which I am doing with the Legnano that just found it's way into my garage), I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 327
Posted By SwimmerMike

I was thinking the same thing. It looks like...

I was thinking the same thing. It looks like it's from the era when a triathlete would take a road bike, clamp on aerobars, and move the seat way forward (I used to use a seat post that would allow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,574
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'm glad that the Freewheel and High Flange hubs...

I'm glad that the Freewheel and High Flange hubs were taken as a set, I intended for them to go together. I've had them for years and my Italian/English High Flange hubs/wheels have multiplied to a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 420
Posted By SwimmerMike

As a price comparison, I bought one about 6...

As a price comparison, I bought one about 6 months ago for $425 for my son.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 608
Posted By SwimmerMike

That turned out great!

That turned out great!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,574
Posted By SwimmerMike

I’m glad the hubs found a good home. It’s great...

I’m glad the hubs found a good home. It’s great to hear they are already built up.

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,405
Posted By SwimmerMike

I have to second juvela. I've bought pieces one...

I have to second juvela. I've bought pieces one by one when I've had to. It's way more cost effective to look for a bike with the component group you want, strip it down, then have the group ready...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By SwimmerMike

Sending a PM on the Record Mike

Sending a PM on the Record

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,773
Posted By SwimmerMike

The hoods look great. Genejockey showed them off...

The hoods look great. Genejockey showed them off on a ride today.

Do you make hoods for Universal Mod 61s?

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

It was just Genejockey and me today. Great...

It was just Genejockey and me today.

Great weather. Hard to believe we had to cancel last week. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'll b there on my "new" bike. Going Italian...

I'll b there on my "new" bike. Going Italian again........
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,574
Posted By SwimmerMike

The BoC is on its way. ETA to its next location...

The BoC is on its way. ETA to its next location is Friday. The beauty of it having been here for 6 months is a number of bikes have made an appearance in my garage so what I had to put in the box...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,574
Posted By SwimmerMike

The Box O'Crap has been replenished with some...

The Box O'Crap has been replenished with some stuff that I hope future recipients like and is ready to ship. Unfortunately I got it to the post office right after it closed today. It will go out on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

I just got back from a business trip, have a new...

I just got back from a business trip, have a new (to me) bike I was going to work on to make ridable for tomorrow, looked at the forecast, then used some of my NSFW words.


Next week?

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,632
Posted By SwimmerMike

A work deadline just got pulled in so there's now...

A work deadline just got pulled in so there's now a chance I won't make it. Enjoy the climb.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8,847
Views: 1,160,348
Posted By SwimmerMike

It should be fun. It seems to have the bulk of...

It should be fun. It seems to have the bulk of the original parts including the narrow seat post clamp and the Brooks Campagnolo saddle. Besides the crappy rattle can paint, it's in better shape...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 8,847
Views: 1,160,348
Posted By SwimmerMike

Birth year bike

I had a 1963 Legnano arrive via UPS last night. It needs some work (and some paint).
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,632
Posted By SwimmerMike

I should be there on my yellow Paramount. See...

I should be there on my yellow Paramount. See you tomorrow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,021
Posted By SwimmerMike

Paint Color

Do you have a paint code/supplier/etc. on the paint? I've had a 1963 Legnano for about 18 hours that needs a repaint (has already been repainted poorly and with the wrong color). I'm thinking of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

Glad you're feeling better.

Glad you're feeling better.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 589
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'd check the seat post and stem to make sure...

I'd check the seat post and stem to make sure they are not stuck. That would be the only deal-breaker for me based on the one picture. Yes, consumables would need to be changed and everything would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

Take it easy and don't push it too hard too fast....

Take it easy and don't push it too hard too fast. I ramped too fast after my last bought of COVID and ended up down for the count for 6 months.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 21,900
Views: 3,208,315
Posted By SwimmerMike

Chrome Paramount Day

I haven’t taken the Paramount out since the fall. I forgot it was set-up with a half-step. That was a nice surprise. 32 miles heading up the peninsula. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 1,006
Views: 57,367
Posted By SwimmerMike

If you need a facilitator, I can help.

If you need a facilitator, I can help.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,941
Posted By SwimmerMike

My advice is a mix of the above Frame and bike...

My advice is a mix of the above Frame and bike purchase. Make sure the frame is in good shape (a lot of discussion above). Buy the frame you like in the right size. Find a "parts bike" that has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,250
Posted By SwimmerMike

Sheri - Again, thanks for letting us know....

Sheri - Again, thanks for letting us know. Condolences to you, your family, and friends. He'll be missed here also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By SwimmerMike

Just the transformation to a "rider" looks great....

Just the transformation to a "rider" looks great. I know I might be in the minority, but I would be doing a repaint also. Looking forward to seeing the fished product.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

Great ride today. Glad we could get together...

Great ride today. Glad we could get together again. It’s been too long.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

I can usually walk away from a "double-dog dare",...

I can usually walk away from a "double-dog dare", but when it gets upped to a "triple-dog dare" I will get entrenched and won't usually back down. Hmmm... What gearing could I put on it..... If I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

For Hamilton I was debating a 3 speed fixed gear...

For Hamilton I was debating a 3 speed fixed gear set up on my Hetchins.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

Wait a minute. I get to post a picture of the...

Wait a minute. I get to post a picture of the proposed bike for Saturday. Cool. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

It's looking like Saturday will have good...

It's looking like Saturday will have good weather. I'm in, most likely I'll bring one of my "new" British bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,632
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'm targeting getting my climbing legs back and...

I'm targeting getting my climbing legs back and doing Hamilton with you guys.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,632
Posted By SwimmerMike

If you're adding Umunhum You can make it a double...

If you're adding Umunhum You can make it a double with Loma Prieta (which is a higher peak) then cross over to Umunhum from the backside. Making it 5 peaks. I'm not going to say this is a legal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,574
Posted By SwimmerMike

For those of you on the fence, read through the...

For those of you on the fence, read through the thread. I've had the box in my possession 3 times, and each time I found more value in the box than the cost of shipping. It feels to me like this is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By SwimmerMike

I would keep the original tubular and also get a...

I would keep the original tubular and also get a matching set of period correct clinchers. I've found this gives me the best of both worlds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 569
Posted By SwimmerMike

Check ebayuk. There's a much better and cheaper...

Check ebayuk. There's a much better and cheaper assortment than EBAY US.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,298
Posted By SwimmerMike

Wow. Pretty damn cool.

Wow. Pretty damn cool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 7,096
Posted By SwimmerMike

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

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 7,096
Posted By SwimmerMike

Upgrade to the Fothergill

A Chater Lea round arm crankset showed up this week. So the cotter press came in handy again. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 709
Posted By SwimmerMike

Don't know. But I want a pair.

Don't know. But I want a pair.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 363
Views: 21,932
Posted By SwimmerMike

I'm getting much better at looking at the...

I'm getting much better at looking at the collection and making decisions. I've sold 3 bikes/frames recently that I thought would be keepers. The 1948 Bianchi was at the house for no more than 2...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 707
Posted By SwimmerMike

WIth the under BB cable routing I'm guessing...

WIth the under BB cable routing I'm guessing early 1980's. The one I had was from the mid 1970's and had the routing on the top of the BB.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,020
Posted By SwimmerMike

You're talking like a crazy man!! Based on...

You're talking like a crazy man!!

Based on the current forecast, next Saturday might be good (I see a 41% chance of light rain).

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 530
Posted By SwimmerMike

Great job! I really like the choices you made.

Great job! I really like the choices you made.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,393
Posted By SwimmerMike

Wow, that is a great paint job. I really like...

Wow, that is a great paint job. I really like the Kool Lemon paramounts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 893
Posted By SwimmerMike

I have a scale built into my bike stand (from...

I have a scale built into my bike stand (from Performance) which I use for ball park weight, it seems reasonably accurate, but I don't care enough to even check the accuracy. The only time I'm...
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