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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9,149
Views: 3,204,580
Posted By orbeamike

OG Off road touring bike, one of only a handful...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,780
Posted By orbeamike

OG bikepacking rig: ...

OG bikepacking rig:
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,482
Posted By orbeamike

I rescued this Rockhopper from the dump and gave...

I rescued this Rockhopper from the dump and gave it a complete makeover. I like the end result so much I sold the dedicated Nishiki Touring bike in favor or keeping the Rockhopper.
In your case I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 335
Posted By orbeamike

It sure looks like titanium. In fact, based on...

It sure looks like titanium. In fact, based on the rear dropouts, it looks like a ti frame built by Titanium Sport Technology (Sandvik) out of Washington. TST is a very well regarded contract...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,904
Posted By orbeamike

A grail bike - red is so classy! ...

A grail bike - red is so classy!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 11,859
Posted By orbeamike

Mid '80s off road touring bike. As I get older I...

Mid '80s off road touring bike. As I get older I have really come to appreciate the flat bar riding position for city rides....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 115,648
Posted By orbeamike

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Late '80s Haral made with Excell tubing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,147,503
Posted By orbeamike

Had this bike for many years, it never got ridden...

Had this bike for many years, it never got ridden very much. I really enjoyed putting it together. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

I've always liked the VO retro cage: ...

I've always liked the VO retro cage:
https://www.amazon.com/Velo-Orange-Retro-Water-Bottle/dp/B007Q2OEDY
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 23,035
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 12:34 AM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 888,551
Posted By orbeamike

I sent the frame to a builder to have the front...

I sent the frame to a builder to have the front triangle replaced and then check for alignment, then a local painter has the entire bike resprayed with new decals. This was done over a decade ago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,253
Posted By orbeamike

Robert, is your Master a threaded steer or...

Robert, is your Master a threaded steer or threadless? My understanding is that a Master becomes extra light when it went to threadless steer. I have owned my Master since 2000 but it is branded as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 03:23 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 36,901
Posted By orbeamike

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technically this color is "rose gold"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 36,901
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9,149
Views: 3,204,580
Posted By orbeamike

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I was given this frameset in barely used condition and built up an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 9,149
Views: 3,204,580
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-23, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 888,551
Posted By orbeamike

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The King is dead!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 8,350
Views: 3,152,372
Posted By orbeamike

The De Rosa is refinished by CyclArt, but the...

The De Rosa is refinished by CyclArt, but the Super Prestige Trophy "Eddy Merckx" was originally on this 1984 frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8,350
Views: 3,152,372
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8,350
Views: 3,152,372
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 10:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,965
Posted By orbeamike

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My 1984 De Rosa refinished by Cyclart over 15 years ago. Rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,942
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-22, 08:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,942
Posted By orbeamike

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I can't be the only one with a clamp on bullmoose.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 08:10 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

Any year is welcome, I enjoy going out and...

Any year is welcome, I enjoy going out and hitting some dirt trails just for a change of pace and scenery.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

I'll catch you guys either on the Whisky Hill or...

I'll catch you guys either on the Whisky Hill or Willowbrook turnoff......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-22, 06:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,141
Posted By orbeamike

I would be honored to have the hat if you can't...

I would be honored to have the hat if you can't find a color closer to pumpkin than mine.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-22, 03:58 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

Do people also have C&V Mountain bikes in this...

Do people also have C&V Mountain bikes in this group? Any interest in a gravel ride in the Santa Cruz Mountains?

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-22, 10:31 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 260,672
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 914
Views: 316,103
Posted By orbeamike

This beloved EM Corsa 01 was in a roof rack...

This beloved EM Corsa 01 was in a roof rack accident, I had the front triangle replaced by Innerlight cycles and had D+D repaint in one of my favorite paint scheme. I rebuilt it with 10spd parts, 15...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 908
Posted By orbeamike

Campy in the early '90s made Record in Century...

Campy in the early '90s made Record in Century finish and Chorus and CdA in darker graphite finish:
https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/campagnolo_-_catalogue_scan_4.html
Raggi di Storia: Freni...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-22, 09:57 PM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 888,551
Posted By orbeamike

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The King is dead!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 914
Views: 316,103
Posted By orbeamike

The King is Dead! _________Long live the King! ...

The King is Dead! _________Long live the King!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-22, 11:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 539
Posted By orbeamike

I'm a big fan of Bike Ribbon, they are on 6 of my...

I'm a big fan of Bike Ribbon, they are on 6 of my bikes in red, black and white. They can still be bought online for about $15 per set.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

I hope to catch you guys around the Willowbrook...

I hope to catch you guys around the Willowbrook turn off. Good to know tomorrow is not going to be as warm as previously forcasted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,904
Posted By orbeamike

Rose Gold is always classy: ...

Rose Gold is always classy:
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,904
Posted By orbeamike

My votes are for Chromovelato or Rose Violet ...

My votes are for Chromovelato or Rose Violet
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-22, 07:18 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

I'm going to start my ride from Sunnyvale and I...

I'm going to start my ride from Sunnyvale and I hope to meet up with you guys along the way: Robert's Market or Alpine/Portola

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,780
Posted By orbeamike

I am surprised no one has mentioned Ambrosio Bike...

I am surprised no one has mentioned Ambrosio Bike Ribbon, it's been popular since the '80s, textured vinyl with chamfered edges for a smooth wrap, easy to clean and long lasting. Typically cost less...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 24,409
Posted By orbeamike

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-22, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 517
Posted By orbeamike

JB stands for Joe Bell, the painter of that...

JB stands for Joe Bell, the painter of that gorgeous blue finish. He is considered the premiere painter in the US. As far as who built the frame........unknown.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 1,073
Views: 482,570
Posted By orbeamike

I have owned this bike for well over 30 years and...

I have owned this bike for well over 30 years and this is the 1st time I have seen an ad referencing it. Thanks for sharing. Mine is in chromovelato finish!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

I was going to bring my American build frame, now...

I was going to bring my American build frame, now I will be riding a neo-retro Italian instead.

Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 32,383
Posted By orbeamike

It was a pleasant surprise to have come across...

It was a pleasant surprise to have come across you guys at Portola Town Center on my blue/white semi retro Colnago. I didn't know this vintage ride is a regular thing till Mike told me about it. In...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-21, 10:44 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,058
Posted By orbeamike

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I do enjoying riding this bike very much, you can definitely feel the weight...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-21, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8,041
Views: 1,001,910
Posted By orbeamike

They are Bruce Gordon canti brakes.

They are Bruce Gordon canti brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-21, 01:55 PM
Replies: 7,519
Views: 3,768,080
Posted By orbeamike

Rescued this from a dumpster and kept it over 70%...

Rescued this from a dumpster and kept it over 70% original, it is now my dedicated winter rig/ errand runner. I even sold my touring bike in favor of keeping this....
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-02-21, 11:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,458
Posted By orbeamike

Late 80s mountain bikes are great platforms to...

Late 80s mountain bikes are great platforms to build a strong, fast off road tourer that is also pavement friendly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-21, 11:23 PM
Replies: 8,041
Views: 1,001,910
Posted By orbeamike

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This 1985 Ritchey Team Comp has been getting a lot of saddle time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-21, 09:14 PM
Replies: 8,041
Views: 1,001,910
Posted By orbeamike

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Finally found a bike worthy of these brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-21, 04:03 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 41,350
Posted By orbeamike

Bruce only built a handful of what he called...

Bruce only built a handful of what he called mountain touring bikes with 26" wheels and flat handlebars in the mid '80s. The tubing is a mix of SP and Tange stays & blades with 70 head angle, 72 seat...
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