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Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Then spent some more 2 hours trying on front that...

Then spent some more 2 hours trying on front that has much less clearance - probably something like 3mm.
Tried to replace tires to some Conti GP4SII 28c, that should be around 29-30mm but still...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Installed, and removed the strips from Crud MK3...

Installed, and removed the strips from Crud MK3 fenders (still in the pic)

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Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Fitting and attaching to the frame ...

Fitting and attaching to the frame

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Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Some 3M electrical tape to cover the cut parts....

Some 3M electrical tape to cover the cut parts. Hope I don't need to do too much re-taping here
...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Then some more cuts to fit better the fixed part...

Then some more cuts to fit better the fixed part of caliper that attaches to the brake bridge
...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Cutting to fit better under the caliper ...

Cutting to fit better under the caliper

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...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-24, 02:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By phtomita

Fenders under caliper brakes

Got a set of Planet Bike Hardcore 45mm cheap from Offer Up for my project.
The frame is a Nishiki Tri-A that got modified to fit a 700x32c tires - moved the rear brake bridge 5mm up, bosses for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

https://offerup.com/item/detail/14a23c38-f3cb-3fa4...

https://offerup.com/item/detail/14a23c38-f3cb-3fa4-8c93-2aedfcaad24f?q=road+bike
Specialized Sirrus 52cm? $100...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

Motobecane Grand Jubilee - $280...

Motobecane Grand Jubilee - $280 (Edgewood)https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/d/puyallup-motobecane-grand-jubilee/7747637598.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 11:47 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

1980s Schwinn Prelude (49cm)...

1980s Schwinn Prelude (49cm) $100https://offerup.com/item/detail/3b430306-5f1e-3bac-9f4a-87d702db9753?q=prelude
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/bellevue-...

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/bellevue-1988-univega-grand-record/7746511501.html
Univega Gran Record $100...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/preston-r...

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/preston-road-bike-and-trainer-free/7746055713.htmlRoad Bike and Trainer - FREE (Preston)Older road bike and Nashbar trainer. Bike has older components but are...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-10-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By phtomita

I did the ride from Liberty to close to...

I did the ride from Liberty to close to Leavenworth, I think was August 2022. We were camping at Mineral Springs Campground. Left early in the morning and came back around 11:30am. Car was ok for me...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-08-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By phtomita

I rode once from Stevens Pass to Leavenworth -...

I rode once from Stevens Pass to Leavenworth - nice downhill.
On another occasion, round trip from Liberty, Blewett Pass (0ld), close to Leavenworth (Smallwood's Harvest for food/drink) and back to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

Carbon Trek USPS Road Bike (Dura Ace) $450 ...

Carbon Trek USPS Road Bike (Dura Ace) $450
www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/955787199543810...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,581,100
Posted By phtomita

Quill stem, headset and handlebar are from the...

Quill stem, headset and handlebar are from the original build.
Rims are Kinlin XR31T 24h front and 28h rear on red Bitex RAF12 and RAR12, Sapim Laser spokes - didn't go with asymmetrical XR31RT...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,581,100
Posted By phtomita

Finally finish building with modern components :)...

Finally finish building with modern components :)
20lbs10oz (9355grams) as seen
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 943
Views: 53,847
Posted By phtomita

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7404308709618427...

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7404308709618427/
1996 R600 Cannondale ? $50
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 21,606
Posted By phtomita

Great thread - Recently, the bicycle count in my...

Great thread - Recently, the bicycle count in my garage is up, but just passed forward a Ti Litespeed few days ago :lol:.
Looking back, I passed forward:
- hybrid Trek FX7.4
- another hybrid Trek...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

https://offerup.com/item/detail/34c07fa2-b1db-33f7...

https://offerup.com/item/detail/34c07fa2-b1db-33f7-b7cd-ab463bd10dae?q=titanium+bike
Titanium 53 CM road Bike, Campy Equipped $650
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

Thanks, I will get that ;)

Thanks, I will get that ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 02:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

Got the parts and built the Kinlin XR31T wheels...

Got the parts and built the Kinlin XR31T wheels and when was installing the clincher GP5s on them I found out that needs 10 times more effort than installing the tire on Archetypes.
I pinched one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

1987 Trek 560 $150 ...

1987 Trek 560 $150
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/378970144898766?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Aae0aa924-8f4e-435d-8c64-54e5d7ff2ba3
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 01:05 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

Trek 610, size 19" from 1981 - SN009148 $150 ...

Trek 610, size 19" from 1981 - SN009148 $150
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1331600424176897/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 12:50 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

Nishiki Tri-A $115 ...

Nishiki Tri-A $115
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1302738260389497/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 12:44 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

Centurion Ironman Dave Scott Expert 54cm $100 ...

Centurion Ironman Dave Scott Expert 54cm $100
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3605853232986650/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 157
Posted By phtomita

Bitex Hubs UK store

Anyone has experience with this store?
I am looking at building a new set of wheels and they have a good price for the parts and we are VAT exempt in US.

Spa Cycles has better prices, but they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

Kinlin XR31T looks good. Thank you for the info....

Kinlin XR31T looks good. Thank you for the info. And has the asymmetric rim for rear wheel. Only few grams heavier and a lot cheaper.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

From here, last two comments, it seems it is...

From here, last two comments, it seems it is almost hookless - there is a very tiny hook if you can call that a hook...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

Thank you for the info - I thought the rim has...

Thank you for the info - I thought the rim has hooks since I am going clincher with tubes...Will double check to make sure I am not putting my money on wrong product.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By phtomita

Easton R90SL vs H+Son Archetype

I am looking for building a new set of wheels and wanted to know if someone has good experience with R90SL rims.
I've 3 sets of Archetypes, one I got from Velomine and others I've built myself, so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,581,100
Posted By phtomita

Happy day! Just picked up today :) ...

Happy day! Just picked up today :)
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-29-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 815
Posted By phtomita

Flats

Last year, I though was my bad year with 9 flats - don't recall each one, but I remember one was a pinch flat, couple of tire wire, thorn? and some because glass or small rock into the cuts on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-24, 01:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 917
Posted By phtomita

Digging this out. I have a Litespeed Firenze...

Digging this out.
I have a Litespeed Firenze with carbon fork that I don't ride and was trying to pass forward, but is not happening.
Something is missing when riding it. The steel is real thing....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

Panasonic DX5000 $275, size 54cm ...

Panasonic DX5000 $275, size 54cm
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-panasonic-dx-5000/7706296014.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,020
Posted By phtomita

3Rensho frame/fork for $250 - not sure if is a...

3Rensho frame/fork for $250 - not sure if is a 56, more likely a 54 and seller says is alu :)
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/d/seattle-3rensho-fixie-project/7641916575.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

3Rensho frame (size 54 ?) ...

3Rensho frame (size 54 ?)
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/d/seattle-3rensho-fixie-project/7641916575.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 01:02 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,581,100
Posted By phtomita

The page is back :) I was searching the other day...

The page is back :) I was searching the other day and page was not showing.
https://www.vintage-centurion.com/models/competition/ironman/87-89_expert.shtml

A month ago, I got a frame with bb,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 12:44 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

VINTAGE NASHBAR TOUR BIKE - $300...

VINTAGE NASHBAR TOUR BIKE - $300 (REDMOND/SEATTLE)https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/bellevue-vintage-nashbar-tour-bike/7626522331.html
VINTAGE NASHBAR TOUR BIKE
SPEED: 15
SIZE: 19.5 INCHES...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 12:38 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

Vintage Cannondale Criterium - $200...

Vintage Cannondale Criterium - $200 (Kent)https://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/bik/d/kent-vintage-cannondale-criterium/7626602288.html
Typical nicks and scratches for its age but it's tuned up and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 12:35 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

1975 Raleigh Super Tourer/Competition --Reynolds...

1975 Raleigh Super Tourer/Competition --Reynolds 531 - $220 (Tacoma)https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/d/tacoma-1975-raleigh-super-tourer/7626716007.html
Classic mid 70s Raleigh. Made in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 12:32 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,507,349
Posted By phtomita

80s Guerciotti road bike - $200...

80s Guerciotti road bike - $200 (Tacoma)https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/d/tacoma-80s-guerciotti-road-bike/7626717214.html
Classic "10 Speed Drive" Guerciotti. Suntour Superbe/Cyclone 6spd...
Forum: Touring
02-09-23, 12:04 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 11,887
Posted By phtomita

Last year I took Amtrak from Portland OR to...

Last year I took Amtrak from Portland OR to Seattle WA and had to get their bike box. I think it was 20 bucks' total.
The box is huge, you have to remove the pedals and turn the handlebar and roll...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-23, 01:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,791
Posted By phtomita

Digging out this thread. Huge discount sale...

Digging out this thread.
Huge discount sale going on - just ordered Ultegra pieces (missing the front brake calipers) and some others parts.
Forum: Commuting
11-29-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,406
Posted By phtomita

10 miles one way, 40 to 50 mins depending on how...

10 miles one way, 40 to 50 mins depending on how many stop lights I stop.
Mostly on trail, but I have to cross 3 6 lanes stop lights that sometimes takes me 3 mins waiting.
Overall nice route with...
Forum: Commuting
11-29-22, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,302
Posted By phtomita

I've had before a piece of gallon milk container...

I've had before a piece of gallon milk container that is harder, so when I saw the mat at dollar shop I though will give it a try :thumb:
Forum: Commuting
11-26-22, 04:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,302
Posted By phtomita

Mud flap

Very happy with my home made flap, 1 inch to surface and keeps my shoe cover and bb area clean.
2 zip ties and piece of table mat :)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,743
Posted By phtomita

Not a mtb, but road bike here. I owned once a...

Not a mtb, but road bike here.
I owned once a Sekai GT2700 hi ten frame I commuted for one season and the feel was heavy.
Then I got a Centurion ProTour15 in cromo tange 2, that I like much more....
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-14-22, 12:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,987
Posted By phtomita

I use ROCKBROS Cycling Shoe Covers Winter Shoes...

I use ROCKBROS Cycling Shoe Covers Winter Shoes Cover (got from Az...) its bulk but keeps me warm even when below 32F.
Also this works great under the socks Meister 2.5mm Thermal Neoprene Toe Warmer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-22, 12:28 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,286
Posted By phtomita

I commute few days a week and after time went...

I commute few days a week and after time went back, by 5 PM is getting dark here. Most of the 10 mile route I take is trail and have some kind of light around, and big chunk of the trail is along a...
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