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09-13-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 186
Posted By top506

CCRT autum ride

Running late again, should have posted this a couple of weeks ago.
Think this is #14. C&V themed but all are welcome.44 miles +/- on a former railbed MUP.
Either 12 or 13 October, whichever works...
09-12-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 591
Posted By top506

Like the Rev, I had a '93 R-600. I built it up...

Like the Rev, I had a '93 R-600. I built it up with 5600 10 speed and rode the snot out of it. My presumptive son in law rode three Trek Across Maine on it. It's been passed on to the nephew of a...
09-12-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 980
Posted By top506

This. Having fished many a shard and strand out...

This.
Having fished many a shard and strand out of Shimano STI shifters I would include swapping out the cables in my regular maintenance cycle.

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09-12-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,242
Posted By top506

Ridden several Ironman bikes over then years and...

Ridden several Ironman bikes over then years and have one hanging up in the barn. If one can live with the tight tire clearances it would be my pick.

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09-11-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 606
Posted By top506

The last thing, LAST thing, VERY LAST thing I...

The last thing, LAST thing, VERY LAST thing I need is another project bike.
I'll take the lot; expect a PM shortly.

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09-11-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,866
Posted By top506

Calm seas and following winds. Top

Calm seas and following winds.

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-24, 05:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,114
Posted By top506

I use the wireless one on my flips as a value...

I use the wireless one on my flips as a value enhancer. Shop around a bit on the 'Bay for a better price.

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08-30-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,164
Posted By top506

E 102166 ...

E 102166


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08-28-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 730
Posted By top506

That road leads to madness.... ...

That road leads to madness....


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08-26-24, 05:21 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 15,289
Posted By top506

LBS discard as I received it, '96 or '97 Silk...

LBS discard as I received it, '96 or '97 Silk Road 500.https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1235/free_c_dale_fbdbbfdd89fa0da9d3acce877ab91075c44625ee.jpg


Another LBS...
08-22-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 557
Posted By top506

Oh my, yes! Top

Oh my, yes!

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08-13-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 546
Posted By top506

And once again Velocals loss is mourned. Top

And once again Velocals loss is mourned.

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08-11-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 448
Posted By top506

I'll take the A 515s PM coming. Top

I'll take the A 515s PM coming.

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08-11-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 578
Posted By top506

"He either fears his fate too much/ or his...

"He either fears his fate too much/ or his deserts are small/who fails to put it to the touch/to win or lose it all".

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08-10-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 578
Posted By top506

Velobase lists no Sachs cassettes. Top

Velobase lists no Sachs cassettes.

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08-08-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,048
Posted By top506

A lot of bang for the bucks. I had an Advanced...

A lot of bang for the bucks.
I had an Advanced Pro 1 as a dealer demo bike for a while that I liked a lot.

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08-06-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 662
Posted By top506

Can't help you there, bub. I did the build almost...

Can't help you there, bub. I did the build almost a decade ago. BUT PM me and I'll send you the bottle I have.

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08-06-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 662
Posted By top506

Found it! Amoldar Sinfull Colors #298, UPC...

Found it! Amoldar Sinfull Colors #298, UPC 099500000801

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08-05-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,199
Posted By top506

FWIW, I love the Microshift brifters, both for...

FWIW, I love the Microshift brifters, both for the separate paddles and the fact that they fall under my fingers perfectly.

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08-05-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 577
Posted By top506

I've noticed my Biopace rings have a quiet, but...

I've noticed my Biopace rings have a quiet, but distinct wish/whir sound at my target 70RPM cadance, but maybe it's just me. I have several Biopace-equipped bikes and they all do it, or at least I...
08-05-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 919
Posted By top506

Rear triangle to the QR? Top

Rear triangle to the QR?

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08-05-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 662
Posted By top506

The girls at my local Ulta are quite good at...

The girls at my local Ulta are quite good at matching colors....they think it's a hoot when the old guy with the bike parts walks in. As soon as I find where I put it I'll post the red I used for my...
08-03-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 6,740
Views: 905,685
Posted By top506

Would this do: ...

Would this do:


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07-28-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 11,668
Posted By top506

I had one of these on the stand today: told a...

I had one of these on the stand today: told a customer that wanted something cheap to go buy it and I'd set it up for him.
Brifters are fine, FD is a little twitchy to set up, cable disc brakes are...
07-26-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 6,740
Views: 905,685
Posted By top506

Thanks all, Porkchop BMX came through for me. ...

Thanks all, Porkchop BMX came through for me.

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07-25-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 999
Posted By top506

God help me..... If the NoCal sale falls...

God help me.....

If the NoCal sale falls though I'll take it for 2 large and sleep in my truck for the next three years.

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07-25-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6,740
Views: 905,685
Posted By top506

ISO Weinmann/Dia-Compe brake lever ferrules. I...

ISO Weinmann/Dia-Compe brake lever ferrules. I need a couple of dozen and don't feel like spending $5 a pair. Third Hand and Bike Tools are sold out.

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07-20-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 500
Posted By top506

Standard extractor works just fine. Looks good...

Standard extractor works just fine.
Looks good on a Vitus!


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07-14-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 797
Posted By top506

Should any of those BR freewheel vices come to...

Should any of those BR freewheel vices come to market........

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07-13-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By top506

20t, and I found one in my stash, thanks anyway. ...

20t, and I found one in my stash, thanks anyway.

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07-13-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,381
Posted By top506

AS the proud owner of an upgraded SS, It's a...

AS the proud owner of an upgraded SS, It's a Cadillac, not a Corvette. Sometimes you just want to cruse in the boat.

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07-13-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By top506

The freebies of summer

When folks bring C&V bikes to the LBS for disposal they refer therm to me (full disclosure, I was formerly employed there).
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07-05-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 44,378
Posted By top506

It is indeed Al, carbon fork. There was a series...

It is indeed Al, carbon fork. There was a series of Al bikes towards the end.

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07-04-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 44,378
Posted By top506

I built up this '06 Tourmelet as a hill climbing...

I built up this '06 Tourmelet as a hill climbing machine for long, hilly century rides.

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07-04-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,732
Posted By top506

Personally, I rejoice at good news regardless of...

Personally, I rejoice at good news regardless of the delivery.
Watched it live at work, yelled so loud two customers rushed over to see if I had stroked out....

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06-27-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,589
Posted By top506

It is indeed 25mm. Top

It is indeed 25mm.

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06-18-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,378
Posted By top506

In for the Rolls. PM coming. Top

In for the Rolls. PM coming.

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06-13-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,169
Posted By top506

Once upon a time, SunRace offered a 13-30 7...

Once upon a time, SunRace offered a 13-30 7 block, but I don't think they are still available.

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06-04-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 6,740
Views: 905,685
Posted By top506

If you can wait for my next trip south I'll take...

If you can wait for my next trip south I'll take the lot. It'll make a nice upgrade on Gany's bike.

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06-03-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 746
Posted By top506

The Sports Tourer is way to small for the good...

The Sports Tourer is way to small for the good pastor.
It IS, however, my size......

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05-28-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,685
Posted By top506

This. In a shop I worked at cash tips were...

This.
In a shop I worked at cash tips were pooled and referred to as the beer fund.

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05-19-24, 04:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By top506

In for the B-17. PM on the way. Top

In for the B-17. PM on the way.

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05-12-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6,740
Views: 905,685
Posted By top506

ISO Campagnolo Nuveo Grand Sport bits....FD,...

ISO Campagnolo Nuveo Grand Sport bits....FD, band-mount shifters, crankset, BSC BB.

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05-09-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,477
Posted By top506

Post pictures to your gallery. The Mods can then...

Post pictures to your gallery. The Mods can then post them here.

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05-09-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 289
Views: 80,003
Posted By top506

Next in the que, as soon as I can find proper...

Next in the que, as soon as I can find proper graphics for it (damn, I MISS Velocals!).

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05-08-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By top506

I've researched bikes only to find pictures I...

I've researched bikes only to find pictures I posted over a decade ago.........

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05-05-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 832
Posted By top506

On my NR bikes I use the classic coiled housing,...

On my NR bikes I use the classic coiled housing, but I also run a length of teflon lining through it as well.

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05-03-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 692
Posted By top506

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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I started with something similar.
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05-03-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,125
Posted By top506

I think bikes of that vintage Require obnoxious...

I think bikes of that vintage Require obnoxious bar tape.

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05-03-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By top506

Missing the distinctive Viscount cranks and hubs,...

Missing the distinctive Viscount cranks and hubs, among other bits.
The replacement items are most likely of higher quality/utility.

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