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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 151
Posted By plonz

Great info from the BF crowd as expected. ...

Great info from the BF crowd as expected. bikemig , USAZorro , Schreck83 - Any chance one of you can confirm the seatpost diameter on your Finest? The post that came with the bike is too small and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 151
Posted By plonz

New Bike Day! 197X Fuji The Finest

This one popped up on local CL yesterday and caught my eye. My entire stable is '80s C&V so figured I'd use this old Fuji as my foray into the '70s. I haven't located the SN yet but I'm quite certain...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 616
Posted By plonz

I tend to see Ironmen move when they’re $250 or...

I tend to see Ironmen move when they’re $250 or below. This one looks like a very clean Ironman and a good deal at $220 IMO. That said, when I see a price like $220, it feels like an invitation to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 183
Posted By plonz

Beautiful Olmo but I’d want higher-end tubing if...

Beautiful Olmo but I’d want higher-end tubing if I’m spending that much. I sold my Cromor-tubed Olmo for half that. It wasn’t quite as nice but it was still pretty friggin’ nice. In this market, I’m...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 327
Posted By plonz

Egads, that stem! :twitchy:

Egads, that stem! :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 04:43 AM
Replies: 913
Views: 52,510
Posted By plonz

That Moser would sure look good on my work stand...

That Moser would sure look good on my work stand getting a DA-7800 resto-mod treatment.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,740
Posted By plonz

Man that's a good deal on a sweet group. I've...

Man that's a good deal on a sweet group. I've been organizing my spares into matched groups figuring I'd start to put them up for sale. I'm almost ready to buy yours just to keep the comps up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 113
Posted By plonz

Another beautiful build. Well done :thumb:

Another beautiful build. Well done :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-26-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,077
Posted By plonz

Those are two very different bikes. To go with...

Those are two very different bikes. To go with the Motobecane, it would be a deliberate decision to want a vintage bicycle. One I’ve made multiple times!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,077
Posted By plonz

Those graphics in black match the 1984 catalog....

Those graphics in black match the 1984 catalog. ‘85 had the same graphics but came in blue or charcoal.

Spec sheet weighs in at 29lbs and lists the 3 main tubes as chromoly. Need to move up to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,408
Posted By plonz

So it’s not quite vintage yet but Nike’s Magnet...

So it’s not quite vintage yet but Nike’s Magnet commercial is still my all time fave cycling spot. Love the fist pump to the kids. There was a moment when this guy and this spot made an entire...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 448
Posted By plonz

For me, aluminum rims would be a must. Then it...

For me, aluminum rims would be a must. Then it would come down to whether I preferred my shifters to be mounted on the stem or downtube.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-24, 04:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 839
Posted By plonz

This bike looks to be on par with the mid-70s...

This bike looks to be on par with the mid-70s Centurion Semi-Pro with its long, pointy, chrome lugs. If this is a valid comparison, I’d normally say $275-$325 for a nice one, however this one is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 913
Views: 52,510
Posted By plonz

This LOOK is serious grail territory for me. Wow!

This LOOK is serious grail territory for me. Wow!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-04-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By plonz

I agree with the others at $250. Japanese Tange 1...

I agree with the others at $250. Japanese Tange 1 with Shimano 600 should bring about the same as an Ironman. In general, I usually see them sell at $200 but sit over $300.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 621
Posted By plonz

No expert here but I agree it’s a reproduction...

No expert here but I agree it’s a reproduction and it does look like the late 90s version. Did the originals come without the derailleur, stickshift and front drum? I don’t think I’ve ever seen...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-23-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 411
Posted By plonz

Doh! I’m not even attempting a save on that one....

Doh! I’m not even attempting a save on that one. Back to my Shimano happy place…
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-22-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 411
Posted By plonz

Seemed like a great price. Surprised there was...

Seemed like a great price. Surprised there was no mention of how many gears for the non-Campy folk such as myself. I’d guess 10?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-16-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 716
Posted By plonz

For basic pedaling around, I’m all about that...

For basic pedaling around, I’m all about that Paramount. One of my fave mtb paint jobs from the 90s. I think it has serious cool factor. The Kona is just too ordinary IMO.

Then again, I unloaded...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 796
Posted By plonz

Those cranks remind me of Takagi and Sugino...

Those cranks remind me of Takagi and Sugino anodized cranksets from my BMX youth. Sweet!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-14-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By plonz

Quattro is believed to be a Suntour line...

Quattro is believed to be a Suntour line according to VeloBase. Pretty cool find. Nothing wrong with FIR EL19 rims either. I’ve had a single searching for a mate for some time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,660
Posted By plonz

I hear tell ‘84 Prestige’s have magical healing...

I hear tell ‘84 Prestige’s have magical healing powers. Rumored to be a mystical quality of the 555 SL tubeset. Mount up and heal thyself soon!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 913
Views: 52,510
Posted By plonz

I am in Hudsonville today and do not need these...

I am in Hudsonville today and do not need these distractions! Looks like a 56cm so I may be safe. Course, I could slap a spare tricolor group on it and flip it. Hmmm…

Edit: Just noticed this bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 645
Posted By plonz

Congrats on moving out another. Over or under 4?

Congrats on moving out another. Over or under 4?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,516
Posted By plonz

I have a hunch you’re going to find all the right...

I have a hunch you’re going to find all the right bits for that one. Looking forward to the end result.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,500,868
Posted By plonz

Normally not my thing but I’ve gone back to this...

Normally not my thing but I’ve gone back to this a few times now. I see a trip up to Belmont, MI in my future this afternoon.

EDIT - Wasn't meant to be. Bike was sold today before I could get to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,678
Posted By plonz

I know this program. The key is to get your...

I know this program. The key is to get your enjoyment out of it along the way which it seems you always do. Let us know how the Prestige fares.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 704
Posted By plonz

Absolutely possible. What you need to do depends...

Absolutely possible. What you need to do depends on what you have and what you want.

Silver anodized rim that you want to polish but not necessarily high-polish. The difference being the former...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 464
Posted By plonz

Circa 1981. Me on my beloved Team Mongoose...

Circa 1981. Me on my beloved Team Mongoose placing 3rd at some sort of BMX enduro event IIRC.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By plonz

That is a seriously fine machine. :thumb:

That is a seriously fine machine. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 621
Posted By plonz

I like the half-step gearing explanation in...

I like the half-step gearing explanation in Technical Q&A. Hadn’t really read up on it until now and I thought it was explained well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By plonz

I love these hard to find Columbus Allez models....

I love these hard to find Columbus Allez models. Rarely seen in anything larger than 56cm. Even more rare is the red version. Seems when they do make an appearance, they’re usually blue.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 600
Posted By plonz

Silver Stem w/ Black Bars

It's common to see a black quill stem with silver bars but is it verboten to use a silver stem with black bars? I don't recall seeing this combo on a nice racing build.

I'm building up my...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-29-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 954
Posted By plonz

That’s a smokin’ deal but also an indication of...

That’s a smokin’ deal but also an indication of how tough the local market place is. Good luck trying to find a clean pair of Ksyriums on eBay sub $200. For an extra $150 you get a sweet Raleigh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 394
Posted By plonz

This extract from the second link states "And the...

This extract from the second link states "And the fourth stipulation is in regards to 6 and 7-speed HG-style cassettes and freehub bodies. Both 6 and 7-speed HG cassettes are narrower in width and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,301
Posted By plonz

White Industries T11 Hubs. Not C&V but dang...

White Industries T11 Hubs. Not C&V but dang gorgeous and sure look good on a resto-mod C&V build.

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 954
Posted By plonz

Raleigh 555 SL tubing would indicate a Raleigh...

Raleigh 555 SL tubing would indicate a Raleigh USA Super Course from 1983-1985. 1983 is a black and gold colorway. 1984 and 1985 are blue with a lot of chrome. I think there may have been two...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,910
Posted By plonz

Search sold items on eBay and you’ll get a feel...

Search sold items on eBay and you’ll get a feel for the value of a DA7700 groupset. I’m going to say around $350, not counting the wheelset. I just cobbled together a DA7800 groupset that totaled...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 733
Posted By plonz

If you could care less about the paint, $500 is a...

If you could care less about the paint, $500 is a good deal on a well-equipped Pinarello. For me, I’d have to budget for a respray going into this project. I’d feel better about it at $400 and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-22-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 645
Posted By plonz

That was a really good deal. A little unusual to...

That was a really good deal. A little unusual to pair the earlier single pivot brakes with the later STI levers but still a nice group.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,910
Posted By plonz

Looks very nice but only $400-$500 nice to me. ...

Looks very nice but only $400-$500 nice to me. On this model of Paramount, I think the down tube 7400 shifting will keep the value sub $500. My opinion.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 612
Posted By plonz

In the 80’s, Super Sport was Schwinn’s mid-level...

In the 80’s, Super Sport was Schwinn’s mid-level racer. One step up from the beloved Tempo but regularly seen for sale at prices less than a Tempo. Good C&V value for the buyer, not so much for the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-18-24, 04:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 836
Posted By plonz

Grabbed a pair of the bronze rims on this forum a...

Grabbed a pair of the bronze rims on this forum a while back and they get regular use. I like the distinctive look, especially on a white bike. Didn’t know there were bronze-hued Shimano components. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-15-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 753
Posted By plonz

If the locations of sellers ever aligned with the...

If the locations of sellers ever aligned with the locations of buyers, there would be a lot of overcrowded basements and garages.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-15-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 739
Posted By plonz

Doesn’t get any better than polished 7400. GLWS!

Doesn’t get any better than polished 7400. GLWS!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-14-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 585
Posted By plonz

This is the kind of bike the OP normally...

This is the kind of bike the OP normally appraises for others. I wish I could assure him he’ll recover his investment but I unfortunately cannot. Looks like a $100 +/-$25 bike to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 709
Posted By plonz

Cool frameset in need of an Evaporust bath! ...

Cool frameset in need of an Evaporust bath! Great reference chart above. Hopefully the lugs, crown and drops can identify which one you have.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-11-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 916
Posted By plonz

Classic horizontal-dropped Allez…and with Superbe...

Classic horizontal-dropped Allez…and with Superbe to boot. If I weren’t on the other side of the continent I’d be on my way to grab this one.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-08-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 571
Posted By plonz

So #1 is $7 :foo:;)

So #1 is $7 :foo:;)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 633
Posted By plonz

My personal opinion is the “Terry” style bike...

My personal opinion is the “Terry” style bike limits your audience. $225 +/- $50 is my best guess.
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