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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-14-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 256
Posted By Aubergine

you can get the FMB tires from Rene Herse...

you can get the FMB tires from Rene Herse (https://www.renehersecycles.com). I can't recall where i bought the Veloflex tires; probably ordered them through a local shop.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-14-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 256
Posted By Aubergine

Alexthe, what I recommend is a wider tubular, 28...

Alexthe, what I recommend is a wider tubular, 28 mm or more. In my experience silk tubulars that are 28 mm wide offer a lovely ride, I'd still love to find some Clément Campionato del Mondo Setas...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

Nope, that looks right.

Nope, that looks right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 23,965
Posted By Aubergine

Not strictly an N-1, but progress. I was storing...

Not strictly an N-1, but progress. I was storing an old Peugeot for a friend, and he finally come to move it out to his own place. I now have only two bikes left on the floor of my shed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 189
Posted By Aubergine

Let's check it out:...

Let's check it out: https://labibleduvelocataloguesfuji.blogspot.com/p/fuji-1978.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,466
Posted By Aubergine

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike....

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike. :commute:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 268
Posted By Aubergine

One could argue that the design flaw is with the...

One could argue that the design flaw is with the valve. Tightening the valve fully solves the problem.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 178
Posted By Aubergine

I also can recommend Paselas. Good tires make a...

I also can recommend Paselas. Good tires make a big difference to those old Peugeots.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

Lookin' good so far!

Lookin' good so far!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

That VAR tool makes the impossible easy. I was...

That VAR tool makes the impossible easy. I was fortunate to snag one off the bay.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 375
Posted By Aubergine

I am pleased to say that I am (barely) finally...

I am pleased to say that I am (barely) finally mature enough not to be jealous. That was a fabulous find, and your wife is a gem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 233
Posted By Aubergine

I get it now. The arrow misled me! ...

I get it now. The arrow misled me!

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/80-20240613_135413_1c59c7de0e306f0324b3ae514420e390dae92c24.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 233
Posted By Aubergine

pic help. Looks to be the axle, not an end cap....

pic help. Looks to be the axle, not an end cap. I'm confused how you can lose an axle?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 319
Posted By Aubergine

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the...

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the sidewalls.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,052
Posted By Aubergine

He meant for the cable ends, I assume,

He meant for the cable ends, I assume,
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-12-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 256
Posted By Aubergine

How much do you want to pay?

How much do you want to pay?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 358
Posted By Aubergine

Superb!

Superb!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,287
Posted By Aubergine

As Juvela says, it's pretty simple to sand down a...

As Juvela says, it's pretty simple to sand down a stem from 22.2 to 22.0. I've done that on a few old French bikes.

As for the brake leverage, my experience is that sidepulls of that era are...
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 562
Posted By Aubergine

The B-17 does not fit me, but the Professional...

The B-17 does not fit me, but the Professional does. I need something a smidge narrower than the 17. The Idéale saddle models 39, 80, and 90 also fit me well. I ride with close to 45º lean.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,052
Posted By Aubergine

Hmmm, this I can see. The ferrules do have a...

Hmmm, this I can see. The ferrules do have a tendency to get stuck inside the lever if you need to remove the housing and cable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,730
Posted By Aubergine

Good point, but the OP could simply put bolt-on...

Good point, but the OP could simply put bolt-on cable stops in front of the pod. Not aesthetically marvelous but it would function.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 185
Posted By Aubergine

You never cease to amaze me, Juvela.

You never cease to amaze me, Juvela.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 185
Posted By Aubergine

Like this? Where do you live? Your location will...

Like this? Where do you live? Your location will affect the price you can get for it.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,052
Posted By Aubergine

I have the same question. Besides being...

I have the same question. Besides being unnecessary to crimp the ferrules/housing end caps, would not a crimp risk flattening the housing and binding the cable? (Unless a circular crimper is used, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 23,017
Posted By Aubergine

The gold seat tube decal gives it away. It's a...

The gold seat tube decal gives it away. It's a UJ-10, a "youth bike."
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,052
Posted By Aubergine

yep. Works great.

yep. Works great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

I was glad to help! It's always good to find a...

I was glad to help! It's always good to find a use for old parts that no longer have a place on your own bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,258
Posted By Aubergine

Yep, a Varsity is my pick as well. Particularly...

Yep, a Varsity is my pick as well. Particularly with poorly fettled Allvit and brakes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,772
Posted By Aubergine

Well, it's possible that I sense it as resistance...

Well, it's possible that I sense it as resistance rather than "friction", which to me suggests roughness and stickiness. In any case, the action at the lever is not hard. The brakes apply smoothly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,772
Posted By Aubergine

i do not notice any such friction on my brakes.

i do not notice any such friction on my brakes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,336
Posted By Aubergine

What a shame. Not surprising though.

What a shame. Not surprising though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,478
Posted By Aubergine

it's what we do best.

it's what we do best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 326
Posted By Aubergine

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that...

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,772
Posted By Aubergine

This also is my experience. I use TRP Spyres with...

This also is my experience. I use TRP Spyres with Campagnolo ten speed brifters and compressionless cable housing, and the braking power is excellent. I have never quite accepted, as a result, the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 684
Posted By Aubergine

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.
Forum: Introductions
06-08-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 107
Posted By Aubergine

Welcome to the forum. How can we help you expand...

Welcome to the forum. How can we help you expand your cycling world?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,323
Posted By Aubergine

Good thread. I'll chip in with some comments...

Good thread. I'll chip in with some comments about Idéale saddles, which I appreciate for my old French bikes. I have several (probably too many) bikes so I won't break in any particular saddle very...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,427
Posted By Aubergine

Those are great bikes. I'm shocked no one here...

Those are great bikes. I'm shocked no one here has snapped it up at that price.

Come on people, step up!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 362
Posted By Aubergine

I use the Herse Babyshoe Pass tires on my old...

I use the Herse Babyshoe Pass tires on my old Peugeot. They are lovely.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 408
Posted By Aubergine

Well, as I said bikes with those carbolite frames...

Well, as I said bikes with those carbolite frames have a nice ride. I built one to be my vélotaf and rode it everywhere. You can almost surely save that frame, but It's just that the parts are likely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,478
Posted By Aubergine

I put drop bars on my granddaughter's Strider....

I put drop bars on my granddaughter's Strider. Works very well for her.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 7,431
Posted By Aubergine

Oh, there are a lot of folks here who appreciate...

Oh, there are a lot of folks here who appreciate those old Peugeots (and other French bikes of the time). Here's my AO-8 with mostly older parts. I added a modern dynamo hub and new Pacenti 650 B...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-06-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 408
Posted By Aubergine

UO-10 from around 1980-81. Carbolite frames had a...

UO-10 from around 1980-81. Carbolite frames had a decent ride but damn, that is not worth the effort.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,795
Posted By Aubergine

Wonderful! I am a huge fan of the low end French...

Wonderful! I am a huge fan of the low end French bikes. Re the saddle, what I would suggest is an Idéale 39. they were used on a lot of the bike boom French bikes, and they are actually quite...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,652
Posted By Aubergine

There are states in the US that I will never go...

There are states in the US that I will never go because they are doing their best to make it illegal for me to exist.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,264
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, good read. I try not to look down my nose at...

Yes, good read. I try not to look down my nose at any bike, although I do think it's a mistake to add cheap suspension forks to a low end bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 601
Posted By Aubergine

Ah! You are right. My error!

Ah! You are right. My error!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 4,493
Posted By Aubergine

i have spare VO BBs but in 116. I did find a...

i have spare VO BBs but in 116. I did find a Spécialités TA axle, 55 mm spacing, 122 mm wide, that I will be happy to send you. Pm me if you want it.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 601
Posted By Aubergine

The best place to look for advice on this old...

The best place to look for advice on this old bike is probably Tonton Velo (https://forum.tontonvelo.com/). I hang out also at Vélo Vintage a Gogo (https://www.velovintageagogo.com/), which is also...
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