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05-19-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 518
Posted By beech333

I really need to find a French equivalent to one...

I really need to find a French equivalent to one of those markets, and plan my vacation around that.

Beautiful build around that one.
05-19-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 186
Posted By beech333

I just saw your reply. I'll give it a shot and...

I just saw your reply. I'll give it a shot and take the pair.
05-19-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 186
Posted By beech333

pm sent. I'll buy the crankset. Might be...

pm sent. I'll buy the crankset. Might be interested in the bb too, per the pm..
05-11-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7,963
Views: 972,879
Posted By beech333

It looks like Cyclomondo has them available. ...

It looks like Cyclomondo has them available. There are also a few sellers on Ebay.

https://www.cyclomondo.net/
05-11-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7,963
Views: 972,879
Posted By beech333

Follow-up: This was heavily built from parts I...

Follow-up: This was heavily built from parts I had, although I had to buy the bottom bracket guide cable guide, bottom bracket, and I recently got the saddle from purpurite . I think I want to...
05-06-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,414
Posted By beech333

Sorry to hear about the injury. The timing...

Sorry to hear about the injury. The timing sucks.



Reminds me of college, when I fractured bones at both elbows, and had to type a paper that weekend. It was unpleasant, but I suddenly had...
Forum: For Sale
05-05-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 474
Posted By beech333

Any plans for Mafac, Universal, or Balilla hoods?

Any plans for Mafac, Universal, or Balilla hoods?
05-01-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 533
Posted By beech333

Please do. It isn't going to work for my needs. ...

Please do. It isn't going to work for my needs. A shorter axle would have been a benefit to me.
04-30-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 533
Posted By beech333

Did they also swap out the axle with a shorter...

Did they also swap out the axle with a shorter one?
04-22-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 3,891
Views: 1,146,776
Posted By beech333

It looks like the modifications were classy. ...

It looks like the modifications were classy. Nice build. I look forward to seeing it get listed, and I am disappointed it didn't fit you. . .
04-22-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 42,082
Posted By beech333

Dang. I spotted that yesterday, and here it is...

Dang. I spotted that yesterday, and here it is again. I have no need for it, though I am curious how it rides. Maybe if the price comes down a bit, I might investigate it. I managed to hold off...
04-20-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 531
Posted By beech333

I've tried this three times, but never had luck...

I've tried this three times, but never had luck with it. It always ends up springing back out on me. I've then tried using some sort of pliers to hold the tabs closer, but that failed too. I guess...
04-20-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 531
Posted By beech333

Yeah, I tried that. I did some digging...

Yeah, I tried that.

I did some digging around and also found out that some came with some sort of plastic insert to presumably protect the frame. I imagine those being even worse. So far, I...
04-20-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 531
Posted By beech333

How to mount TA bottle cage

This question is for those who worked in bike shops back in the day. What is the trick to mounting a TA bottle cage while using the original bolt? Do I just need to apply a more liberal use of foul...
04-20-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,972
Posted By beech333

A "who" might help. Sorry, but that is all I can...

A "who" might help. Sorry, but that is all I can offer. I've never had much of an eye to recall small details from various builders.

Maybe it is "whom". I was never very good in English class...
04-19-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,669
Posted By beech333

Where are you located? I have a fairly small...

Where are you located? I have a fairly small Cannondale touring bike that hasn't been used since I loaned it to an intern student a few years ago. I bought it for my 5' wife, but she won't ride.
04-06-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7,963
Views: 972,879
Posted By beech333

I bought this on my birthday last year, just...

I bought this on my birthday last year, just because it was at a price I could not pass up, and I was curious to try a SC. Purists are likely to hate the build, but I am using what I have, vs...
03-30-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,566
Posted By beech333

Still have it, and no plans for it to go...

Still have it, and no plans for it to go anywhere. The only negative things I can say about it are that I wish it were just a bit bigger, and that saddle was awful, but it matches so well.
03-30-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,566
Posted By beech333

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1...

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1 Fuji Newest, 1 Professional Super Record, 1 CP Titanium, 1 Titanium with Century Record.

Don't forget that there are also the very nice Rivendells...
03-19-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,213
Posted By beech333

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It...

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It looks great.
02-03-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,756
Posted By beech333

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that...

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that many here are, but I always assumed it was due to extra reinforcement needed for their stays.
01-28-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 775
Posted By beech333

It is a great color, and an interesting build. ...

It is a great color, and an interesting build. I thought I had settled on the color for a French campeur build for the spring, but this has me re-evaluating that decision.
01-28-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 690
Posted By beech333

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see...

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see photos for it.
12-05-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,107
Posted By beech333

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not...

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not a 24" frame.
12-02-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,426,351
Posted By beech333

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is...

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is certainly fair. That is in the ballpark for what I paid for mine earlier this year. If it were a few cm larger, I would be reaching out to see if...
11-29-23, 09:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,493
Posted By beech333

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but...

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but the B is by far the prettier of the two. I just cannot get into the sloping fork crowns.

PS. If you host another spring ride, I will do my best to...
11-03-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,401
Posted By beech333

Well, given the context, I can understand why you...

Well, given the context, I can understand why you thought I was referring to the modern components. I was more curious about the crankset and brakes.

Cool bike. Someone should be happy, and...
11-02-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,401
Posted By beech333

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving...

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving up after work tomorrow. What are the parts on it? Did the rear get spread to 130?
10-29-23, 03:40 AM
Replies: 28
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Views: 1,796
Posted By beech333

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires...

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires for a couple bikes that were in need.
10-28-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 228
Posted By beech333

I'd like these, if they are still available.

I'd like these, if they are still available.
10-22-23, 04:13 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,058
Posted By beech333

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a...

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a garage sale as a kid.
1975 Fuji Professional: My lovely wife bought this for me about a decade ago, as my first high end bike.
Rivendell Saluki: my...
10-19-23, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,232
Posted By beech333

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I...

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I really like the Natchez, because it smooths out road chatter so well. I imagine it would be a poor choice for a wannabe racer though. Most would likely...
10-18-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,477
Posted By beech333

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and...

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and width of the slots. If you measure the diameter, please be clear in how you measure it(od vs id). I have a batch of freewheels I bought several years...
10-10-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,435
Posted By beech333

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or...

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or Peoria?
10-09-23, 05:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,955
Posted By beech333

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size...

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size headclip a few years ago, because I did not know they came in more than one size.
10-01-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,289
Posted By beech333

One of these years, I need to make it to this...

One of these years, I need to make it to this ride, especially since it is looking more likely that we will be moving back to the Peoria area.

Sadly, I was in the area yesterday, but far too late....
09-26-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,289
Posted By beech333

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.
09-26-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,289
Posted By beech333

You may want to double check that the bridge is...

You may want to double check that the bridge is open in Henry. I thought it has been closed for some time, though I cannot say if it opened in the last few weeks.
09-19-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 840
Posted By beech333

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was...

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was beautiful. It is too bad that the TOMRV came to an end. I heard they had trouble getting people to host/organize it.
09-17-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 749
Posted By beech333

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a...

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a small donation, via the link at the bottom of the site. Thanks for your hard work.
09-10-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8,831
Views: 1,147,493
Posted By beech333

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine...

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine other people trying to be helpful. I've not had a stem fail on me, but I did fail to properly tighten my handlebar bolt once. It made for a...
09-10-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8,831
Views: 1,147,493
Posted By beech333

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is...

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is extra heavy, but can get me just a little bit of height on a bike that is borderline too small. I cannot wait until people start telling me my stem isn't...
09-09-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8,831
Views: 1,147,493
Posted By beech333

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix...

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix between a steel Cinelli stem and a Nitto Technomic.
09-09-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,546
Posted By beech333

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I...

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I wasn't changing the tubes. I just started choosing other bikes, to be able to get a ride in, because I resented the Opus.

The bike that replaced...
09-09-23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,546
Posted By beech333

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead...

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead to me.

Fuji Opus III: The frame was beautiful, but it felt cursed. I never had so many flats as on that bike, and I never had issues with the...
08-28-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 18,794
Posted By beech333

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a...

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a 1950's(?) DeRosa to me that sold for surprisingly low not all that long ago. I cannot seem to find the auction anymore. :(
08-05-23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,292
Posted By beech333

I have far worse looking bikes that ride...

I have far worse looking bikes that ride regularly, or at least as regularly as I can get. I'd inspect it closely to ensure nothing looks like it is likely to fail, but I'd imagine riding those with...
07-31-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By beech333

steerer length on the fork?

steerer length on the fork?
07-25-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,697
Posted By beech333

My size, but I am picking up something else to...

My size, but I am picking up something else to pedal this weekend.
07-24-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,403
Posted By beech333

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really...

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really loving the 50's bikes lately.
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