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Forum: Touring
06-03-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 93
Posted By Robvolz

same thing happened in Japan. My bike and I flew...

same thing happened in Japan. My bike and I flew Alaska from PDX to LAX, and JAL from LAX-tokyo.

There was no charge because I'm MVP Gold with Alaska.

Home bound was a different story and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 636
Posted By Robvolz

question….. how does one drill through the...

question…..

how does one drill through the steerer tube without drilling through the head tube?

I can not picture this maneuver.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-03-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 588
Posted By Robvolz

I used a Moretti can . Keep it Italian.

I used a Moretti can . Keep it Italian.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 295
Posted By Robvolz

Are you a fan of (under) top tube pump storage?

I get the 2nd water bottle on the seat tube, but it makes it hard to pick up a bike.

or at least I keep forgetting and knock the pump off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 544
Posted By Robvolz

guilty of painting. however, I’m not the...

guilty of painting.

however, I’m not the guy who also has a matching Columbus Tubing sticker on the pump which is silly
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 544
Posted By Robvolz

I have lubed the plunger. The Campy heads can be...

I have lubed the plunger. The Campy heads can be unscrewed and a new rubber gasket can be inserted. My bigger fear is marring the chrome while removing the outer bit.

the plastic campy head offers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 687
Posted By Robvolz

My local Kroger has all the Mach III razor blades...

My local Kroger has all the Mach III razor blades behind the customer service desk with the cigarettes and lotto tix.

I asked why

they said it’s because it’s a high theft item and a basic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 307
Posted By Robvolz

I think I was the only one that geeked out over...

I think I was the only one that geeked out over the hide on display at the Brooks booth in Japan.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 544
Posted By Robvolz

Eric, my painter friend loves the new Silca...

Eric, my painter friend loves the new Silca pumps. Better built and he paints them to match frames. They don’t have the aluminum handle. Maybe they could.

I know Black Magic painters do the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 544
Posted By Robvolz

I hate to sound like or admit that maybe...

I hate to sound like or admit that maybe sometimes, I’m a fashion victim.

my silca pump with the colnago emblem melted into the plastic…..looks superb.

but, if I actually got a flat, id reach...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 648
Posted By Robvolz

Question; why is it called “golden arrow?”

Question; why is it called “golden arrow?”
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,040
Posted By Robvolz

As seen on this t-shirt at Eroica Japan, I think...

As seen on this t-shirt at Eroica Japan, I think the Japanese like to play with letters, regardless of their meaning.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

I grabbed this photo from eBay. The nice...

I grabbed this photo from eBay.

The nice thing about these grips is that they are thin enough. You can put cloth tape over them and most people wouldn’t know there is something underneath.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 02:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

your Paula Abdul review didn't hate them.

your Paula Abdul review didn't hate them.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

they were on the bars when I pulled them off a...

they were on the bars when I pulled them off a different bike. I haven't owned them long.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

yes, they are a slip on sleeve that provides...

yes, they are a slip on sleeve that provides cushion under a wrap. I was pleasantly pleased to find some.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

According to the campy catalogue…(1969) The...

According to the campy catalogue…(1969)
The drop outs come with fender eyelets and its up to the frame-builder to shave them off.

Since this was an actual Molteni team bike, I suspect the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

Maybe. Sounds like a difficult fix. ...

Maybe.

Sounds like a difficult fix.

PS, I owe you lunch.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 179
Posted By Robvolz

This crank is from 1977!! I had only seen...

This crank is from 1977!!

I had only seen the steel versions.


Blown away that they had 3 models of cranks that year. I can't understand the production cost of having so many models, each...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

The brakes are panto'd Modolo Speedy. Levers...

The brakes are panto'd Modolo Speedy.
Levers are modolo panto as well.
So are the Modolo brand aero style shift levers.

Cambio RINO is the headset. Super light.

Sedis chain shows zero...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

Campy rd stamped 1979 campy fd campy seat...

Campy rd stamped 1979
campy fd
campy seat post
campy hubs
campy cranks 170
campy bb
cinelli cockpit with spenco vibration dampening sleeves
Rims are Mavic MA-40 with panaracer clinchers. Rims...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 478
Posted By Robvolz

FS: 1979 Colnago Super in Molteni Orange w panto parts

$650
size 53
shipping not included
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6163_67ce0007a2d78449dd531292a45f2b33a6e1848a.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 905
Posted By Robvolz

Hey, check out the one on portland Facebook....

Hey, check out the one on portland Facebook. $90!!

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/...7395434055335/
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By Robvolz

The stem is elevated. It was dismantled for the...

The stem is elevated. It was dismantled for the plane ride. I kinda just tossed it back on for the photos.

Good catch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 945
Views: 54,007
Posted By Robvolz

Vitus. Was $100, now $90 in Portland grrrr. ...

Vitus. Was $100, now $90 in Portland

grrrr.

Portland Facebook marketplace. Search Vitus.
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
05-31-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Robvolz

Did you see a 4-person tandem in that video...

Did you see a 4-person tandem in that video (0:25) ?? That's my ride. Silly having a 4 person tandem. But having that much fun should be illegal.


Portland baby.

Come to the bike happy hour...
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 533
Posted By Robvolz

I just did the IZU peninsula (just south of Fuji)...

I just did the IZU peninsula (just south of Fuji) and am aching to go back and do more. The cars seem very tolerant of us cyclists and I had no trouble at all. The many onsens helped too.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 344
Posted By Robvolz

not just a great price, but the era of Pinarello...

not just a great price, but the era of Pinarello frames that were built by the late great Dario Pegoretti
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-31-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 283
Posted By Robvolz

that's a very specific plane question that most...

that's a very specific plane question that most people, unless you are a skydiver, would know.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 945
Views: 54,007
Posted By Robvolz

I wear these shoes almost exclusively. They are...

I wear these shoes almost exclusively. They are comfortable and really hold up well. I did go a 1/2 size longer than normal. I think new, they were $150. The look the biz and perform great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 496
Posted By Robvolz

Rolex did do a black yacht master 2 years ago.

Rolex did do a black yacht master 2 years ago.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By Robvolz

Not only is it center to center, it is stamped on...

Not only is it center to center, it is stamped on the bb.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

And ruin my "Before and After" write up? I...

And ruin my "Before and After" write up?

I have not.

Robert
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

my VCR blinks 12:00 my phone can do what??`

my VCR blinks 12:00

my phone can do what??`
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

I believe you. I will edit it.

I believe you. I will edit it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

I wish I could have taken them to my Framebuilder...

I wish I could have taken them to my Framebuilder friend’s shop to compare angles.

It seems to my untrained eyes, the 71 has a more relaxed head tube angle, stretching the wheelbase out a little....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_6140_d6f819a69f22c5073001931a4bc88a2b5114cb56.jpeg
From under. Note shorter lug on 71. Plus lil hole under the seat lug. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 465
Posted By Robvolz

Early Colnago timeline compare and contrast

Hey all,

Yes, we love the info provided by Velo-retro.com

but wouldn’t pictures along with the words also be nice?

I was at Portlands best Strippers (American Metal Cleaning) picking up my...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-30-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 243
Posted By Robvolz

Fun frame builders pile game. Help id!

I was at the local strippers picking up my colnago when I found these in a pile

what do you see??
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 905
Posted By Robvolz

Curious, the co-op has a light pink/silver Vitus...

Curious, the co-op has a light pink/silver Vitus 979 that has sun damage/bleaching.

Could the whole frame be dunked into the anodizing tank??

Or, would the chemicals ruin the glue in the screw...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 945
Views: 54,007
Posted By Robvolz

more merckx….$600 ...

more merckx….$600
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/bik/d/mission-eddy-merckx-corsa-extra/7748211633.html

"you will be noticed"
Heck yeah, with that dumb stem set-up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 945
Views: 54,007
Posted By Robvolz

merckx complete bike (city-fied) for cheap!! ...

merckx complete bike (city-fied) for cheap!!

https://slo.craigslist.org/bik/d/san-luis-obispo-1987-eddy-merckx-corsa/7745376695.html
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By Robvolz

Its very confusing and there was a discussion on...

Its very confusing and there was a discussion on it months ago. They made a stem from the factory like this, but we thinks its an homage.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By Robvolz

I might "molteni" it out.

I might "molteni" it out.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By Robvolz

3Rensho for sale

$900 Was originally $1500 when first posted last month.
size 54.5
A-34 serial number (a=america, 34=34th one inported)
superbe parts. Kashimax saddle. Araya polished rims pander tires.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By Robvolz

I forget to mention, it is a size 53. ill...

I forget to mention, it is a size 53.

ill include this Cinelli stem/bar combo.

check out the size of that ape hanger stem!!

also, don’t park next to hydrants. Bad idea.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By Robvolz

1980 Colnago pre-sale show…

I traded the purple colnago (size 50) for 2 Colnagos. A 1972 Molteni frame/fork combo in my size, (55 and keeping it) and this 1980 orange super with some panto’d parts.

I’m about to bestow it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-28-24, 07:18 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,936
Posted By Robvolz

They are the best!! I met them in person in...

They are the best!!

I met them in person in Japan and got the best of vibes.

Good luck
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
05-28-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Robvolz

We are simply more fun that you!! Kidding....

We are simply more fun that you!!

Kidding. People have put together wonderful programs. Fan of riding around listening to the Talking Heads, there is a ride for that.

Tour de Franzia….yup
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By Robvolz

I wondered a couple years ago when Cino in...

I wondered a couple years ago when Cino in Montana was forced to change their name. why Eroica cared so much.

Then I started adding it up, the amount they make per rider versus the amount they...
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