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06-13-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Talk about overkill!😳

Talk about overkill!😳
06-05-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 273
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Catnap bikingshearer mpetry912 Hi guys, ...

Catnap bikingshearer mpetry912
Hi guys,
Thanks for the feedback. Yes, it definitely will be a regular rider. My feeling is that if you have a bike, you should be riding it as often as possible....
06-04-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 273
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

New build, decisions, decisions!

Hi folks,
As the newest owner of a 70s Windsor Professional, I’m trying to decide how to build it.
See SwimmerMike’s in C&V sales that started on 11-12-22 for some history on this bike. There may...
06-02-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,629
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi folks, My brother, who lives in the Bay...

Hi folks,
My brother, who lives in the Bay Area, got the frameset from unworthy1 this afternoon. He said it looks great.
A special thanks to Alan for his generosity.
...and thanks to SwimmerMike...
06-01-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1,075
Views: 64,711
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Is that the “Tube Cruncher” style clamp. ...

Is that the “Tube Cruncher” style clamp.
Cheers,
Van
06-01-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 702
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

No according for some people’s taste.🙄 Cheers, ...

No according for some people’s taste.🙄
Cheers,
Van
05-31-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 702
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Looks like the front tire is on backwards. ...

Looks like the front tire is on backwards. Should the tread groves be aimed forward?
Cheers,
Van
05-31-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 222
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Possibly a reference to only having three arms vs...

Possibly a reference to only having three arms vs five or that it was at the bottom of the hierarchy.
Cheers,
Van
05-28-24, 08:39 PM
05-20-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1,075
Views: 64,711
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Does anyone else think the red was overdone? ...

Does anyone else think the red was overdone?
Cheers,
Van
05-19-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 231
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hood suggestions for road levers with "Fat" adjusters

Hi folks,
I have two vintage touring bike that have brake levers with adjusters that are about 3/8 inch in diameter. See picture for sample. One set is Weinmann levers & Universal calipers. The...
05-19-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 1,075
Views: 64,711
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

A lot of pricy stuff, about $20K overall. Hope...

A lot of pricy stuff, about $20K overall. Hope he’s able to move them.
Cheers,
Van
05-14-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Very curious, Campagnolo has long cage...

Very curious, Campagnolo has long cage derailleurs, but cassettes with a large cog >26 teeth is difficult to get unless it’s a different brand. Go figure!
Cheers,
Van
05-12-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 1,075
Views: 64,711
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

[QUOTE=WGB;23237879]Pretty good set up for $100 ...

[QUOTE=WGB;23237879]Pretty good set up for $100

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Listed in...
05-10-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,389
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, First, it would be helpful to know the...

Hi,
First, it would be helpful to know the brand & model of the frame as well as how you are going to use the bike. As a regular rider, you can build it up with what ever parts you have that work....
05-07-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 1,075
Views: 64,711
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Supposed to be stiffer, but lighter. That...

Supposed to be stiffer, but lighter. That appears to be a PDG Japanese frame.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Do you know the approximate age or the...

Hi,
Do you know the approximate age or the serial number? Could be helpful. Another option would be a custom design.
Cheers,
Van
05-03-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 768
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

I’m always skeptical of these adds with more...

I’m always skeptical of these adds with more flash than details. Especially when they are from an oddball site.
Cheers,
Van
04-24-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 569
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Great job​​​​​​! I had one that I donated to a...

Great job​​​​​​! I had one that I donated to a co-op after the blue disk that secured the rotation deteriorated. Nice to see that you have a cork replacement​​​​​​.
Very creative.
Cheers,
Van
04-24-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 770
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

BUT, That was half the fun of riding one!

BUT, That was half the fun of riding one!
04-17-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 922
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

It’s yours, go for it! Too many other things...

It’s yours, go for it! Too many other things going on in my life to get involved in a project like this.
Cheers,
Van
AKA Senior Ryder 00
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Replies: 14
Views: 699
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

There should be lots of Raleigh Sports models...

There should be lots of Raleigh Sports models available. These are fitted with a Sturmey-Archer 3 speed IGH. Good starting point if you don’t have a lot of hills. Also, check out the IGH hubbed...
04-16-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 922
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, interested in the “Questionable” Raleigh...

Hi,
interested in the “Questionable” Raleigh International. PM sent with questions.
Cheers,
Van
04-12-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22,397
Views: 4,772,247
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

A cheap single speed with visions of grandjure?

A cheap single speed with visions of grandjure?
Forum: For Sale
04-01-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, You should also list it in C & V Sales. ...

Hi,
You should also list it in C & V Sales.
Cheers,
Replies: 48
Views: 2,882
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Sorry, should have been clearer. Yes, that is...

Sorry, should have been clearer. Yes, that is “each”. Also, if some of of them are particularly nice, you can ask more $. My experience is that unless the bike has been fully serviced and ready...
Replies: 48
Views: 2,882
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Another suggestion you may be able to get...

Hi,
Another suggestion you may be able to get him to test the waters on. Pick the best looking 3 or 4 that have “forged” or integrated derailleur hangers on them. The Raleigh Racing, Schwinn SS,...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,978
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Didn’t see any mention of size for this...

Hi,
Didn’t see any mention of size for this bike. I have a bike with the same frameset. It’s 580 which is actually a 56cm square when measured CTC. I got it as a work-in-progress after the PO had...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,978
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Even though the Waterford operation has shut down...

Even though the Waterford operation has shut down and steel Paramounts haven’t been available since the mid 90s, I don’t see the prices changing much. The number of Schwinn fans that remember the...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,978
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Appears to be a Waterford build with True...

Hi,
Appears to be a Waterford build with True Temper OS tubing. Crummy picture certainly doesn’t justify the price. These ride a little nicer than the Columbus tubed frames. Have to agree with...
03-18-24, 07:37 PM
03-18-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,581,426
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Another nice frame screwed up as a single speed...

Another nice frame screwed up as a single speed conversion
​​​​​​.😖
03-18-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,236
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Very unique, Gold edition in white instead of...

Very unique, Gold edition in white instead of black. Didn’t all of the standard white ones all have silver decals, mine does?Cheers,
Van
Replies: 4
Views: 904
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi folks, Bike was sold to a junior racer in...

Hi folks,

Bike was sold to a junior racer in October 2023. Never saw any other wheels, but they could have been snagged before the bike was sent to me.
Cheers,
Van
03-16-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 88,870
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Give them a call

Hi,
Give them a call: 503-584-1052. Ask for John Henry or Kirk. Kirk is the manager & hard to get a hold of. John Henry is more attuned to what is available.
Cheers,
Van
03-16-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 468
Views: 88,870
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Salem, Oregon Co-op & recycling center

Hi folks,
Just to clear up this inane discussion! The Northwest Hub, located at the corner of Broadway & Market in Salem, is the designated collector for bikes/parts left at this transfer station....
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Don’t know about your area, but in the...

Don’t know about your area, but in the Portland-Salem-Vancouver metro area, that would be a $200 bike if fully serviced and ready to ride.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 44
Views: 2,173
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Unless it fits & you plan on rebuilding it as a...

Unless it fits & you plan on rebuilding it as a regular rider, I’d polish it up, do a basic service and advertise it as a barn find in April. Maybe, arrange a 1/3-2/3 $ split with the OP. A...
03-09-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,236
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

That’s a beauty! Interesting build, White Knight...

That’s a beauty! Interesting build, White Knight or Gold Ghost?
GLWTS!
Cheers,
Van
02-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 447
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

How about a picture so we know what we are not...

How about a picture so we know what we are not looking for. 😏
Cheers,
Replies: 18
Views: 1,115
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Like others have said, there can be better...

Like others have said, there can be better sources. I personally shy away from “cobbled” bikes. They tend to be poorly maintained and often abused. If you have a bike co-op or kitchen nearby, I...
Replies: 6
Views: 542
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

....and the bar ends are mounted up side down,...

....and the bar ends are mounted up side down, but I do like the color scheme!
Cheers,
Replies: 10
Views: 465
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

OR, does it mean not usable without chainrings &...

OR, does it mean not usable without chainrings & bolts? Never can tell with some of these postings.😲
Cheers,
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Color me skeptical. This does not look like...

Color me skeptical. This does not look like Eisentraut quality. Even the so called “production” Limiteds were much nicer. No head badge plus the style & components are from long after Albert...
02-05-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 535
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Looks like an upscale version of my little...

Looks like an upscale version of my little collection.
GLWTS!
Cheers,
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Introduce yourself around & post some pix! ...

Introduce yourself around & post some pix!
Cheers,
Replies: 14
Views: 1,217
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Wait until spring, then add 50%!🤪 Cheers, Van

Wait until spring, then add 50%!🤪
Cheers,
Van
01-26-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,581,426
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Might be considered a good deal by 50th...

Might be considered a good deal by 50th Anniversary fans. Can’t assess condition from pictures.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 45
Views: 2,835
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, I’m a fan of quality vintage bikes and a...

Hi,
I’m a fan of quality vintage bikes and a former resident of your area, Boulder, currently in Salem, Oregon. I volunteer at our local bike co-op. Our primary market is MTBs, hybrids, cruisers,...
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