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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

[QUOTE=cyclezen;23263138]I would recommend...

[QUOTE=cyclezen;23263138]I would recommend against that. Tubulars are usually not very coated like modern clinchers or Tubeless... They usually have a thin coating over the tire casing. SO they tend...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I agree, the image of my delicate uncalloused...

Yes I agree, the image of my delicate uncalloused fingers rubbing over broken coca Cola bottle fragments in New York City made me wonder whether I was on the coal miners forum, and not the bicycle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

What do you mean sucked ass? This is a beautiful...

What do you mean sucked ass? This is a beautiful bike, you should be so lucky ,as to have an Italian thing either female or bicycle in your bed or garage !
This was the Laymans Colnago . Which I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

thanks a lot for that comment. I have to be...

thanks a lot for that comment.
I have to be aware of these things .because things change, and this is not exactly something everyone is looking for. but I want to get the real thing.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 11:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

No black tires, correct. The tires that are on...

No black tires, correct.
The tires that are on there now, (Hutchinson Tempo 2) probably aren't around anymore? What level of tire is this , a good tire a very good tire? do you know? I like how they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

Tubulars/sewups are a pleasure to ride ; which...

Tubulars/sewups are a pleasure to ride ; which ones do you recommend I get for these wheels

I still sweep my tires, often, while riding.

​​​​​​​Could you please explain a little more thank...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

Well what if I took the tire off of the rim and...

Well what if I took the tire off of the rim and straighten it out would that relieve the lump? I wouldn't mind using these tires for a while, If I could get away with.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 12:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

I am in New York City which may be a little worse...

I am in New York City which may be a little worse than London these days I am not sure London looks better to me having been there quite a few times. I am sure I'm going to love tubulars also . I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

You are surely right. and I'm delighted to have...

You are surely right. and I'm delighted to have purchased her, a baby Gios of 48cm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,640
Posted By Alexthe

Why do YOU love tubulars tires and can they work in an urban environment?

Just like to have some opinions and experiences riding with these tires, because I am considering a small racing bike and we like to use it in the city( I am very light weight also). I have tried...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-20-24, 12:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Who knows you could be right, but if you feel...

Who knows you could be right, but if you feel that way give me some recommendations send me some references or pictures of bikes that would be better. I was struggling today carrying my Motobecane...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-18-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you very interesting. I don't have that...

Thank you very interesting. I don't have that much experience riding different sizes I am riding a 53cm now , and wanted to try something smaller more agile? Lighter and easier to use in New York. If...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-18-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Yes ,but is the wheelbase short in this...

Yes ,but is the wheelbase short in this particular case ,it being a 48 cm?. Thank you for the comment I am going to try it out again, and, with a friends 50 cm Beottichi < (wrong spelling)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

That is an interesting take. I am between 5'5 and...

That is an interesting take. I am between 5'5 and 5'6 I'm not sure. I can see why you say this bike would be better for someone 5'4, but I read an interesting thread on " what compromises are OK to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

I will do some more research for sure. but I have...

I will do some more research for sure. but I have to admit I like the way they rode kind of soft and pliable and sticky to the ground it was a pleasure to ride on those wheels even though one of the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

No thanks, I used to like the idea for New York...

No thanks,
I used to like the idea for New York until I picked one up it's heavy almost as heavy as my full size Motobecane , and awkward to carry. It is also not nearly enough of a bicycle , for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Should I move this part of the discussion to a...

Should I move this part of the discussion to a different thread say general discussion or something? For more access to responses
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you very much for your advice and comments...

Thank you very much for your advice and comments ,
"This bike and the Gios are very different sizes"
That's interesting.. because when I looked at the Cinelli the proportions of the bike seamed so...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-16-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Hi everyone, you've been great with all your...

Hi everyone, you've been great with all your answers to me.
I got off the phone with the owner a few hours ago and he's pretty stubborn. Not the most compassionate empathetic sort of chap . Said the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-16-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

The previous owner of the present owner had one...

The previous owner of the present owner had one leg shorter than the other and so the pedal had a lift custom-made for the person
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-14-24, 11:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I have , it rides very well but needs a...

Yes I have , it rides very well but needs a tuneup. The wheels are straight and spin easily it feels taught and smooth. it needs tires and tubes. Especially tubes I may be able to use the tires for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-14-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Yes ,we both live in New York we met each other,...

Yes ,we both live in New York we met each other, because of work ,((This is a private sale)) I was only using the ad he told me about ,as a reference because it contains photographs . You have a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-14-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,361
Posted By Alexthe

Vintage Gios Torino Super Record

Hello,I'm looking at a bike to purchase in New York City where I live for pleasure and commuting purposes. I was very happy to find an exceptionally good bike which is loved by many a Gios Torino...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By Alexthe

My question to you is, I'm not sure what my bike...

My question to you is, I'm not sure what my bike is worth? do you have an idea of the value since you've owned one like the one I'm looking at. mine is a small size and not at all as in good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

ctt

ctt
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

Yes, and it would be valued a little less. Thanks

Yes, and it would be valued a little less. Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1299/screen_shot_2024_05_13_at_4_47_26_pm_8ea4e9271e6ea35c45b976815dea222a901007be.png
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

Sorry ,what does CTC or CTT stand for ?

Sorry ,what does CTC or CTT stand for ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 11:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

I agree . By the way ,Wheels are Mavic, Gel...

I agree .

By the way ,Wheels are Mavic, Gel 280 .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

It does have a full "l Campagnolo group"...

It does have a full "l Campagnolo group" everything on it is, that I can see is Campagnolo. "are those tubular tires"? yes . I appreciate your input looking at it with the information I just left...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

The price of the bike is $800 do you believe this...

The price of the bike is $800 do you believe this to be a fair price for the brand and the frame size?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

I am now riding a 53cm and it is a little big for...

I am now riding a 53cm and it is a little big for me and heavier than I would ideally like. "have had 49s that felt weird" have you rode 49s that {{didn't}} feel wonky or not normal? Does the 49...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I think it is wonky,......( Now that I looked...

Yes I think it is wonky,......( Now that I looked at a few) the top tube seems longer than in other examples of the bike that are a larger frame size however this is a rare bike that I cannot readily...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you very much for your comments, I just...

Thank you very much for your comments, I just noticed something the top tube on the bike that I am looking at and left a deposit on is on the long side and most of the frames I have seen are short as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 170
Posted By Alexthe

Gios Torino Super Record Frame size 48cm authentic??

I just put a deposit on this Gios . It rides really nicely and has absolutely beautiful components but I have heard that the top tube is short and in this bicycle the top tube is not short as in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

Hello I will reconsider this idea I wonder...

Hello I will reconsider this idea I wonder whether it comes in chrome or a different color than the flat black and........ what do you mean by a quality external cam quick release skewer ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

I definitely don't want to sell the Gios I want...

I definitely don't want to sell the Gios I want to see what life is like with it for a while. it seems like an extraordinarily fine bicycle .I might need two bicycles( a 1938 Sunbeam ?) one for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

If I have a set up that can act, as having an...

If I have a set up that can act, as having an eyelet , using the open space of the down tube I can put an attractive rear rack on and hang my Ortleib on it . Something maybe from Velo orange?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

And it's as ugly as hell , and complicated...

And it's as ugly as hell , and complicated looking to.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

Oh that's not good............ And I was...

Oh that's not good............ And I was considering this, as a really good solution, because you can take it off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I'm going to use a front randonneur , nothing...

Yes I'm going to use a front randonneur , nothing fancy, just a 80's cannondale . As for a big seat bag what did you have in mind?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

Hi should've added your quote to my last post I...

Hi should've added your quote to my last post I now have the pictures thanks don't have measurements yet
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

This is what the bike looks like. I don't have it...

This is what the bike looks like. I don't have it with me but I could ask the person to measure it it has it. I am probably closer to 55 . It's really difficult for me to find a bike of his quality...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 741
Posted By Alexthe

Gios Torino Super Record Frame size 48cm,OK?

Hello ,
I am between , 5'5 & 5'6 in height ,evenly proportioned, and wanted to know if a frame size of 48 cm is appropriate , on the bike mentioned. I am currently riding a bike that is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 11:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By Alexthe

thanks for the comment , Impressive . " woth ots...

thanks for the comment , Impressive . " woth ots short top tube" < sorry could not understand you here.
and why did you sell her ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,109
Posted By Alexthe

Can I put a rear rack on a Gios Torino Super Record?

I know it may sound like, oh why would you want to do that.......? But she's going to be my only bike at least for some time. it's like pushing,a Porsche, to lug around stuff. But I have shopping to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-08-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 840
Posted By Alexthe

Yes a 62 , well if it were a 48- 50 I'd hang it...

Yes a 62 , well if it were a 48- 50 I'd hang it on the wall, and wait for some money to come in, to put something on it. But I just bought myself a late 70s Gios Torino super Record . That's where...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-08-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 840
Posted By Alexthe

This is completely my style.Old world, Somewhat...

This is completely my style.Old world, Somewhat aristocratic but at the same time discreet. What is the frame size? Probably too big for me most are.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By Alexthe

Gios Torino Super Record, riding impressions?

Hi,
I am going to look at ,what I think is perhaps a late 70s? (not a chromed fork but painted fork) strong blue color Gios Torino Super Record. This one needs a little TLC hadn't been ridden in 15...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 708
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I thank you're right and I appreciate the...

Yes I thank you're right and I appreciate the comment. I like to go down in the drops sometimes in the city, but it's a little tiresome to be there all the time and my bike frame is a little big for...
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