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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,378
Posted By Aardwolf

Good idea, but my backup clincher wheels are on...

Good idea,
but my backup clincher wheels are on the top of a cupboard sporting some Pasela Protite and gathering dust.
Think I'll rinse them out a lot and then leave them at 5psi for a while.

Or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,378
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, I didn't say - I've only got 2 sets of...

Yep, I didn't say - I've only got 2 sets of tubular rims and they're both in use, so no spare rims to leave them on.

I thought about swishing something in the tubes.
Bur I've tried mixing Orange...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,378
Posted By Aardwolf

So now I've got some spare Vittoria Rubino...

So now I've got some spare Vittoria Rubino Graphene 2.0 with 900 miles on them.
Obviously they've got quite a few more miles in them.
So how do I store them givenJantex tape came of really cleanly,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 8,862
Views: 1,168,282
Posted By Aardwolf

Yay, new tyres Vittoria Corsa Control...

Yay, new tyres

Vittoria Corsa Control Graphene tubular 28mm
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1536x1022/corsacontrol_1_1_c6631affa24fb0667e3b5a6e4a94706ead3ccc79.jpg

The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 01:59 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,378
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been using Vittoria Rubino Pro Graphene 2.0...

I've been using Vittoria Rubino Pro Graphene 2.0 so far.
They're damn fine tyres, but

they only come in black / black
they have butyl tubes
Vittoria seems to be phasing them out.

So this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,378
Posted By Aardwolf

For anybody in the UK Condor Cycles have a half...

For anybody in the UK Condor Cycles have a half decent selection of tubular tyres: https://www.condorcycles.com/collections/tubular-tyres
And they've currently got Vittoria Corsa and Corsa Control...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 341
Posted By Aardwolf

Pic assist - this looks quite interesting ...

Pic assist - this looks quite interesting
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,286
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been using Vittoria Rubino Pro Graphene 2.0...

I've been using Vittoria Rubino Pro Graphene 2.0 28mm for the last couple of years.
I like them a lot - butyl tubes + removable cores - and some grip.
No issues riding London streets with them.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 03:24 AM
Replies: 1,095
Views: 239,076
Posted By Aardwolf

Outside the Surbiton Flyer public house yesterday...

Outside the Surbiton Flyer public house yesterday 5:30pm till late.

Think it was trying the "this isn't the bike you want to steal" vibe.
Newish tyres, and enough rust on the steel rims that the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 6,572
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm old and not very fast, but I do get more time...

I'm old and not very fast, but I do get more time to enjoy the scenery.
Plus I'm retired so I'm not in a rush to get somewhere else.
And I've got room for at least one more vintage bike.

Think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 465,947
Posted By Aardwolf

I think I've been sold TigerNip seeds. Catnip...

I think I've been sold TigerNip seeds.
Catnip grows to maybe 1m (3' 3" tall), this stuff is currently 5' high and still growing :)
RHS: https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/81198/nepeta-cataria/details
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 421
Posted By Aardwolf

I used Fluid Film on my 1961 Holdsworth. Mostly...

I used Fluid Film on my 1961 Holdsworth.
Mostly because the previous owner(s) let it get a bit rusty and I was determined to stop that ever happening again.
I checked that shootout and Fluid Film...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 8,040
Views: 1,001,679
Posted By Aardwolf

My Holdsworth Cyclone has an issue moving into...

My Holdsworth Cyclone has an issue moving into the small cog - it's a bit slower than it should be, not a 'direct' move more move close and wait a second or two.

It's a SunTour Cyclone II GT and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,330
Posted By Aardwolf

I noticed this earlier on Amazon.co.uk: ...

I noticed this earlier on Amazon.co.uk:

Velox Tressorex 85https://www.amazon.co.uk/Velox-TRESSOREX-85-BLANC-Blanc/dp/B01LX5LTIZ/ref=sr_1_10Original Velox packaging
2.50m x 20mm.
Velox Tressostar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,330
Posted By Aardwolf

I did some research a few months back, but it's...

I did some research a few months back, but it's difficult to find a definitive Tressorex vs Tressostar answer
.Newbaum: 10' x 3/4" so approx 3m x 19mm -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 365
Posted By Aardwolf

I thought about that, but ... They're quite...

I thought about that, but ...

They're quite short - 3.25mm - and with more height you can cut a steeper groove slope if required,
I think the Rene Herse ones are more than 3.25mm and come with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 365
Posted By Aardwolf

They're also front/rear and they also mark the...

They're also front/rear and they also mark the thick side of the spacer:
1 = front DS
2 = front NDS
3 = rear DS
4 = rear NDS

I pretty much had to do that since several probably need +0.25mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 365
Posted By Aardwolf

Mafac Racer Toe-in

Afternoon Folks,
I've got some fine Mafac Racer brakes on my Holdsworth Cyclone, but they do have a slight issue - setting the toe-in properly.

Currently I've switched the pad arms around to even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8,862
Views: 1,168,282
Posted By Aardwolf

Doesn't look very exciting, but ... ...

Doesn't look very exciting, but ...

Aluminium spacers 16mm OD x 10.2mm ID x 4mm height
£8 for 10 - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CBJJ36X3?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 485
Posted By Aardwolf

I had a bent fork fixed for £30 by a very good...

I had a bent fork fixed for £30 by a very good framebuilder in south east London (UK) - took him 20 mins (Varonha frameworks).
If you don't have experience straightening forks I would suggest ask a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 28,991
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, it did occur to me that they might have...

Yep, it did occur to me that they might have meant #0 and #1 in tyre sizes.

As in "Clement Silk #1" - https://www.bikeforums.net/21282517-post1.html
But I can't find any vintage Clement tyre...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 01:03 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 28,991
Posted By Aardwolf

It turns out it was even lighter by 1963: 16lb...

It turns out it was even lighter by 1963: 16lb 12oz
But the tyre description has changed.

The 1966 catalogue doesn't mention the actual weight.

1963 Mercian brochure:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 12:41 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,939
Posted By Aardwolf

I tried metal lacquer on my first Suzu and it...

I tried metal lacquer on my first Suzu and it worked well.
But then I got a second Suzu for another bike so I could try them side by side.
The lacquer definitely reduced the sustain, so I removed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 12:36 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 28,991
Posted By Aardwolf

I was thinking (with no evidence) it was the tyre...

I was thinking (with no evidence) it was the tyre width.
I should do some research, but it's unlikely a tyre from 1960 would be useable :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 28,991
Posted By Aardwolf

Here's a Mercian catalogue entry I found the...

Here's a Mercian catalogue entry I found the other day while doing some research.
I'm not a weight weenie but I thought it was interesting: 16 lb 13 oz with no brakes.

1960 Mercian Superlight...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Cheers, I've reassembled that one to check I've...

Cheers, I've reassembled that one to check I've got the process right, but not locked yet.

I counted the balls to check if my estimate was realistic - the 41 left room for about 2.5 balls in that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,472
Posted By Aardwolf

Damn, you've reminded me I've got a 5 disc set of...

Damn, you've reminded me I've got a 5 disc set of "Kolchak: the night stalker" sitting on a shelf 3 feet away.
I may have to rip it to my Emby server tomorrow :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Yay, progress. After a lot of filing I made...

Yay, progress.

After a lot of filing I made some tools out of some 4mm steel bar and 1/8" ally bar I had lying around:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 12:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,939
Posted By Aardwolf

Just checked mine: split washer 8.76mm outside...

Just checked mine: split washer 8.76mm outside diameter
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,286
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been riding tubulars in London (UK) for...

I've been riding tubulars in London (UK) for almost 3 years, I love them.
I got back into cycling 3 years back and the (vintage) bike I bought had tubulars, which I'd never heard of.
My backup...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, I found that out the hard way. Luckily the...

Yep, I found that out the hard way.
Luckily the cogs only go on two ways.

Think I found the A cogs need the side with the letters ('A28', 'A32' etc) towards the spokes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, I've flushed/oiled the one I'm using. it...

Yep, I've flushed/oiled the one I'm using. it ticks nicely.
These are spares and I thought I'd try doing the job properly - including replacing the 40 year old ball bearings and applying some fresh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

The John Allen instructions on Sheldon's site are...

The John Allen instructions on Sheldon's site are here: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/rebuild-freewheel.html

Disassembled on the wheel.
Says you can use a punch on the lock ring
Uses loctite...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep same scan of the "New Winner on same body"...

Yep same scan of the "New Winner on same body" chart I just posted :)
There's a tear/wrinkle in the "6 speed" / Spacers box on the right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, I use the bottom row of that chart quite a...

Yep, I use the bottom row of that chart quite a lot for working out which gears go together.

What it doesn't really show is the gear spacing.
Here's a chart I found on a UK forum - I've only ever...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Hmmm, that's interesting. I had noticed that...

Hmmm, that's interesting.

I had noticed that the ebay search can be quite tricky for this particular item - it shows up under several desciptions
Now I know the NOS original item is called...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

You Sir are a compete star. That looks like the...

You Sir are a compete star.
That looks like the complete instructions of how to do it :)

But it does look like I may need the tool,
unless I can make something :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

Cheers, that was the diagram I hadn't found yet...

Cheers, that was the diagram I hadn't found yet :)

Yep you do need two tools to do it the official way
Sheldon:Two of the special tools shown below, now rare, are used to
disassemble or adjust...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Aardwolf

SunTour New Winner freewheel disassembly

Hiya Folks,
Got a bit bored today - it's raining outside - so I checked out my New Winner body collection.
I made a New Winner Ultra 6 for my Holdsworth Cyclone and I really like it,
so why not do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 682
Posted By Aardwolf

I replaced the jockey wheels on some SunTour...

I replaced the jockey wheels on some SunTour Cyclone that were 40 years old with sealed bearing ones.
I've done over 500 miles on them and no problems.

They also make a 9-11 speed version:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,299
Posted By Aardwolf

Gear calculator is made for this situation: ...

Gear calculator is made for this situation:
https://www.gear-calculator.com/?GR=DERS&KB=30,39,50&RZ=12,25&UF=2125&TF=90&SL=2.6&UN=MPH&DV=speed&GR2=DERS&KB2=30,39,50&RZ2=11,28&UF2=2125
Old at top,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,629
Posted By Aardwolf

I decided to try the full anti-clockwise loop of...

I decided to try the full anti-clockwise loop of Richmond Park today: https://www.broleur.com/cycling-richmond-park/
I've done parts of it several times and I regulary do a smaller 5 mile circuit on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,292
Posted By Aardwolf

I did some research on Philips / JIS a while back...

I did some research on Philips / JIS a while back when working out what I wanted in a saddle bag tool kit.
This article seems quite good:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 469
Posted By Aardwolf

I got some Mafac Racer from France that had one...

I got some Mafac Racer from France that had one of those washers missing.
Nicked one from a Weinmann Vainqueur 610 or 750 I had stashed, fitted perfectly
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 705
Posted By Aardwolf

I'll third BikeInn. Hadn't heard of them...

I'll third BikeInn.

Hadn't heard of them either but they sold me a pair of Vittoria Rubino Graphene 2.0 tubulars (28mm) for £51 each.

Ordered 2023/08/16
Delivered 2023/08/26
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 04:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,783
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm thinking some of these bikes haven't been...

I'm thinking some of these bikes haven't been made for many years.
So if it's not complete trash don't junk it, if nescessary donate it to somebody who will mend it.

This is a 1961 Holdsworth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 03:10 AM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 465,947
Posted By Aardwolf

I hate to break it to you, but I don't think...

I hate to break it to you, but I don't think that's a cat.
You should probably talk to the vendor and maybe get a refund.

:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,359
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been hot waxing for the last 2 years and I...

I've been hot waxing for the last 2 years and I wouldn't go back to wet lube - I can grab the chain and there's nothing on my mits after.

But I only ride when it's dry and rewax about every 300 or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 02:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 568
Posted By Aardwolf

I've been using Orange Seal in Vittoria Rubino...

I've been using Orange Seal in Vittoria Rubino tubulars (butyl tubes, replaceable cores) for about 2 years now.

Got a flat after 86 miles when I first used Rubino tubulars, putting in 1oz of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 04:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 176
Posted By Aardwolf

Cycling notes: speeding machines and rim damage – archive, 1899

Todays Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/may/01/cycling-notes-speeding-machines-and-rim-damage-cycling-1899

1 May 1899: The Guardian’s weekly cycling column questions a...
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