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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

Well, an hour or so from now, both Devinci...

Well, an hour or so from now, both Devinci bicycles will have a new home. I am a bit sorry to let them go but that yellow Peugeot makes it all good......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

Now that makes a lot of sense. Having always...

Now that makes a lot of sense. Having always owned a half ton pickup, I never had to worry about the advantage for easy front wheel removal, to facilitate transportation. The older I gets, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 04:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 281
Posted By randyjawa

@robertj298 ...

@robertj298 (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/robertj298-485343.html)...

I really like your Legnano!

Long have I considered painting my Gran Premio......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 04:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 509
Posted By randyjawa

Without a doubt, this puppy was the WORST bike...

Without a doubt, this puppy was the WORST bike that I have ever ridden......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

@jdawginsc...

@jdawginsc (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/jdawginsc-476187.html)...

There was a time, actually a period of time, when it seemed to be common for a nutted rear and skewered front wheel(s). I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

Peugeot mountain bike #2. Based on apparent wear,...

Peugeot mountain bike #2. Based on apparent wear, this old Peugeot has seen very little use......
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-06-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,736
Posted By randyjawa

I bought this Peugeot Hurriciane Creek a day or...

I bought this Peugeot Hurriciane Creek a day or two ago. Less than $100 CND and in exceptionally little used condition. I am not a mountain bike enthusiast but I do want something, other than my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,928
Posted By randyjawa

Honestly hundreds and hundreds of vintage road...

Honestly hundreds and hundreds of vintage road bikes have come my way, over the past twenty or so years. Of all those bikes to reach my ownership, rarely have I seen a frame, fork or stay rusted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

These are not all mine but I did donate a lot of...

These are not all mine but I did donate a lot of those pictured to Bicycles for Humanity - Thunder Bay......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

Just picked it up yesterday and, hopefully, this...

Just picked it up yesterday and, hopefully, this Peugeot will be my mountain bike...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,343
Posted By randyjawa

Over 50lb as I recall Set me back $35.00 CND as...

Over 50lb as I recall Set me back $35.00 CND as pictured...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 823
Posted By randyjawa

Meet and pay is usually OK but for me, I am...

Meet and pay is usually OK but for me, I am already running. Looks like a scam.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 451
Posted By randyjawa

Leave a bike like that beauty parked and locked...

Leave a bike like that beauty parked and locked to something solid means one thing - it will get stolen! In my mind, the Olmo is a Sunday ride treat and then hung up on the wall. But that is just...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 311
Posted By randyjawa

Not enough pics to properly evaluate. ...

Not enough pics to properly evaluate.

Personally, I would be concerned with the seat post and stem positions. Both are set too high, in my opinion, and could have damaged the seat lug and head...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

@jdawginsc ...

@jdawginsc (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/jdawginsc-476187.html)https://www.bikeforums.net/images/yellow_jersey.gif (https://www.bikeforums.net/payments.php)

Not a chance of taking one to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 619
Posted By randyjawa

Both of my X10s sported full 531 - tubes, forks...

Both of my X10s sported full 531 - tubes, forks and stays. Could the OP post a picture of the complete bike - that would prove helpful....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

What are the Odds..?

Last summer, I found this Ford issued Devinci mountain bike at the rural landfill site (dump) near my summer cottage......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 447
Posted By randyjawa

Look on the back side of the rear derailleurs...

Look on the back side of the rear derailleurs and/or remove a rear hub lock nut - should be stamped with a two digit number. That might help with determining vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,017
Posted By randyjawa

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season...

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season and really liked the ride quality with one exception. The bike was too flexible in the bb department. I could see the frame wiggle when I looked...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 396
Posted By randyjawa

In my world, $$100 each tops. In days gone bye...

In my world, $$100 each tops. In days gone bye they did fetch more but, and I could well be wrong, in today's market, they are not worth all that much anymore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 287
Posted By randyjawa

I am not familiar with the bike's brand but I...

I am not familiar with the bike's brand but I would look closely at the fork. It, the fork, appears to be bent back a wee bit. Could be the digital camera distortion but worth a closer look, none...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 01:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 379
Posted By randyjawa

My mistake - 650cm is correct.

My mistake - 650cm is correct.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 379
Posted By randyjawa

My Quintanna Roo is fitted with 650c wheels. This...

My Quintanna Roo is fitted with 650c wheels. This is a fast bike, perhaps the fastest I presently own......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By randyjawa

Lift the bike and spin the wheels, checking to...

Lift the bike and spin the wheels, checking to ensure that neither is rubbing brake pads or even stay or fork tubing. Wheels can go out of true or even be installed off center. Proper maintenance...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 648
Posted By randyjawa

Make no mistake about it, my Motobecane Grand...

Make no mistake about it, my Motobecane Grand Jubilee was one of the prettiest and nicest riding bikes that I have ever owned. Should never have sold it......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-23-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By randyjawa

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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The Mavic bottom bracket is not included, unless you want to pay extra. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,407
Posted By randyjawa

Well, I actually have been giving some thought to...

Well, I actually have been giving some thought to buying this. The bike is in really good, darn near perfect, condition and my guess is that it would probably be more fun to ride than my found at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,407
Posted By randyjawa

A few years ago, I fussed with this... ...

A few years ago, I fussed with this...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,407
Posted By randyjawa

Mountain Bike vs Road Bike...

A few mountain bikes have come my way, over the years but only one remains and I finally got around to ensuring the bike was road worthy and safe to ride. So, I took the Devinci out for a ride......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 649
Posted By randyjawa

jab, I aspire to achieve the kind of results that...

jab, I aspire to achieve the kind of results that you do. Well done! And, I really like the color that adds so well to the antiquated or vintage look.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 884
Posted By randyjawa

I came darn close to buying this Colnago mountain...

I came darn close to buying this Colnago mountain bike when in Jamaica last winter (look closely for lugs and the unusual tube set)... Should I have bought the bike? That question will plague me for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 558
Posted By randyjawa

Though not high end, a couple of Merciers have...

Though not high end, a couple of Merciers have come my way, over the years. That said, they sport a great livery and are fun to ride. Both of these are/were darn near mint when I got them. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 464
Posted By randyjawa

​​​​​​​Your wife should be able to help with this...

​​​​​​​Your wife should be able to help with this one:-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,688
Posted By randyjawa

I can repair just about anything but some things...

I can repair just about anything but some things are just not worth the effort......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 864
Posted By randyjawa

Taking To and From the Dump...

Went to the dump the other day and, being fairly early in the season, did not expect to find anything worthwhile bicycle wise. I did however, see a couple of road bike wheels in the pile. With care,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,618
Posted By randyjawa

Well, the Holdsworth sold quickly for a low price...

Well, the Holdsworth sold quickly for a low price the cost to ship to the US. The Terry knock-off has been harvested for useful components and is on its way to the landfill site on Wednesday...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 434
Posted By randyjawa

Not sure about anything except that I would not...

Not sure about anything except that I would not trust them. Had a major blow out on old tubulars, years back. From now on, new tubies or no tubies. Clinchers are a bit different but this is what my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 490
Posted By randyjawa

I flush with WD40, spin a bit and flush again. I...

I flush with WD40, spin a bit and flush again. I flush from the outside face of the freewheel to the inside face. I flush and spin until I see WD40 leaking out of the inner face. Then I blow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,688
Posted By randyjawa

For me, a bike is worth restoring (actually...

For me, a bike is worth restoring (actually street restoration, I don't do chrome plating EVER, but paint and art is not a problem) when it interests me, is a good fit and available cheap. Anyway,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 381
Posted By randyjawa

Without pictures of the bicycle and without...

Without pictures of the bicycle and without knowing where the OP is located, it is, pretty much impossible to offer an value opinion. Condition, size, the as mentioned "location", all contribute to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-02-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,618
Posted By randyjawa

Well, just got back from my winter in Jamaica,...

Well, just got back from my winter in Jamaica, where me and my Bianchi Touring spent over 1000 miles together. Sadly, when I got there, the Bianchi had been loaned out, damaged and left as left. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By randyjawa

Trying to find a new home for this one... ...

Trying to find a new home for this one...
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-30-24, 05:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,794
Posted By randyjawa

Not sure if this would be of interest. Bought it...

Not sure if this would be of interest. Bought it for my grand daughter (5" 1" with short legs) then found something else she liked more. Frame, fork and wheels available......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-11-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,724
Posted By randyjawa

I could not resist and thanks. Let me know if...

I could not resist and thanks. Let me know if you need anything that I can throw in for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 645
Posted By randyjawa

I am going to see the fellow tomorrow. If the...

I am going to see the fellow tomorrow. If the price is really low, I am going to buy the bike (sans wheels), strip the components and take it back to Canada with me. Not sure how to ship from...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 620
Posted By randyjawa

Without more information, such as where you live,...

Without more information, such as where you live, and pictures would be helpful. Without that sort of information there is no real way to determine value.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-07-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,724
Posted By randyjawa

How much for all? Sorry, a bit confused. I am...

How much for all? Sorry, a bit confused. I am interested in all, depending on price and cost to ship. Thanks and cannot get to my computer all the time. Every second day, at best, until I get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 645
Posted By randyjawa

Colnago MTN Bike - Should I..?

I can buy this Colnago mountain bike for next to nothing. The guy just wants it gone. I would strip the components and just take the frame/fork back to Canada....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 628
Posted By randyjawa

I have been lucky enough to own several Marinoni...

I have been lucky enough to own several Marinoni road bikes. Not one proved disappointing in the ride quality department. This one, kinda similar to the OP;s, came my way last Fall (the seller even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,391
Posted By randyjawa

Stuck stem removal without chemicals (I like to...

Stuck stem removal without chemicals (I like to keep my hobby sport green). All you need is one coarse hacksaw blade, one pair of channel locks or vice grips and a wee screwdriver to pry with. ...
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