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Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-14, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3,380
Views: 536,419
Posted By exapkib

Been away a while, but I still love to post...

Been away a while, but I still love to post photos.

1995 Yamaguchi Team USA

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/IMG_5231_zpsb69fd47c.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-14, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2,129
Views: 577,040
Posted By exapkib

Black Mountain Cycles Monstercross! Dressed...

Black Mountain Cycles Monstercross!

Dressed for the trails (Bruce Gordon Rock 'n Roads 43mm)

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/IMG_4996_zps7a5f571d.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-14, 10:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,350
Posted By exapkib

Avid Shorty Ultimate Spring Tension issue

(This could simply be a result of late night brain failure, but I'm getting desperate)

I am working to install A set of Shorty Ultimates on a new frame, and having some difficulty.

When I go...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-14, 04:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,885
Posted By exapkib

First ride of the new year without winter gloves....

First ride of the new year without winter gloves. Great to be back on a proper road bike after spending so many wintry days on the commuter. Felt like spring, though it's still a long ways away . . ....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-13, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3,286
Views: 658,437
Posted By exapkib

Last of the fall colors over the Alpine Loop...

Last of the fall colors over the Alpine Loop (Utah County).

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/123_zpscfdf81cf.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-13, 04:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By exapkib

A quiet ride alone in the rain. Chilly, but just...

A quiet ride alone in the rain. Chilly, but just what I needed to clear my head a little bit.

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/035_zps624f783f.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-13, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,365,938
Posted By exapkib

Quick fork question for the CAAD experts--could I...

Quick fork question for the CAAD experts--could I swap out the stock fork on my CAAD9 and replace it with the stock fork from a 2011 supersix?

Thanks - - -
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-13, 11:16 PM
Replies: 691
Views: 143,656
Posted By exapkib

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/1...

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/173_zps502fdc88.jpg (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/1zaxxon/media/173_zps502fdc88.jpg.html)

1995 Yamaguchi Team USA Road

It's mostly white ....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,632,896
Posted By exapkib

Minion-- I appreciate the bump and the kind...

Minion--

I appreciate the bump and the kind words. I'm still not sure I can bring myself to cut the steerer, as it is the original custom steel fork. The crankset, on the other hand, will be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-13, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,255
Posted By exapkib

Classic? Vintage? Maybe none of the above, but I...

Classic? Vintage? Maybe none of the above, but I thought you guys would get a kick out of seeing the frame.

Glad to see that it was interesting for at least a few . . .

Now, to finish up work...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-13, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,255
Posted By exapkib

1995 Yamaguchi Team USA road bike

I found this frame on a local classifieds site, and pieced it together as best I could. Not sure how "vintage" the frame is, but in my mind it is certainly a classic. This was my winter project, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,632,896
Posted By exapkib

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/1...

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/173_zps502fdc88.jpg
1995 Yamaguchi Team USA Road
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-13, 10:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

Glad you guys enjoyed the photo. It's fun to...

Glad you guys enjoyed the photo. It's fun to share with others who can get as excited about this bike as I am.

I'll get some more detailed shots this weekend (any other requests?) and post them...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 2,129
Views: 577,040
Posted By exapkib

chaadster--Thanks! In the photos, the colors look...

chaadster--Thanks! In the photos, the colors look quite different, but in reality my bike is the same purple/white fade that you see in the photo. Maybe the fade is slightly different, but it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-13, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2,129
Views: 577,040
Posted By exapkib

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/1...

http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/1zaxxon/173_zps502fdc88.jpg

Early 1990's (?) Yamaguchi rescued from local classifieds a dressed up a little bit. While I don't know much about its...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-03-13, 10:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

A belated update and thank you--after several...

A belated update and thank you--after several good rides, I am very excited about this bike. I was worried about fitting a custom frame built for somebody else, but no complaints so far. Fantastic...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-13-12, 09:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

Thanks for all of the replies. I'll post some...

Thanks for all of the replies. I'll post some better photos in the other forum after I clean it up a little bit.

This one wasn't a craigslist find, but it popped up on a similar local classified...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-11-12, 11:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

T-Mar-- Thanks for posting the ad. The bike...

T-Mar--

Thanks for posting the ad. The bike I'm looking at is obviously different from the one pictured. It is, however, a genuine Yamaguchi--seems to have been built in the mid- to late-nineties.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-11-12, 11:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

The fork is original--the shadow in that photo...

The fork is original--the shadow in that photo distorts the color.

Thanks to all for chiming in on this--your responses illustrate my dilemma. The bike is incredible, but doesn't immediately (or...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-11-12, 09:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

My impatience has been rewarded! Thanks for the...

My impatience has been rewarded! Thanks for the responses.

I should have followed the primary rule of posting - - - deeds not words.

277844
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-10-12, 10:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

So . . . I guess that's my answer. (A...

So . . . I guess that's my answer.


(A little impatient, I'll admit, but still . . . )
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-10-12, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,443
Posted By exapkib

Yamaguchi Team USA road bike

I'm on my way to pick up a used Yamaguchi Team USA (road). This frame has been on my radar for a long time (as a native Coloradan), but I don't have a very good sense of its broader appeal/market...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-12, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By exapkib

Thanks again for the insights! @wrk101--The...

Thanks again for the insights!

@wrk101--The photos are great! Thanks. Any other comments on the ride of these two tubesets?

@Mr. Smedley--weight is such a tricky thing when talking with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By exapkib

Wow--thank you for the very informative replies....

Wow--thank you for the very informative replies. I'm going out to take a second look at the Schwinn tomorrow morning.

From the information here (and from my initial impressions of both bikes) I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-12, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By exapkib

Fair enough. Here's what I'm looking at (like I...

Fair enough. Here's what I'm looking at (like I said--the bikes are both basically stock):

Panasonic
Tubing: Tange Prestige Tange/
Components: Shimano 600
Wheels: Shimano 600 hubs/Ukai rims
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-12, 02:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By exapkib

'92 Paramount PDG Series 5 or '88 Panasonic DX-5000

The title says it all--looking for a daily commuter/backup bike. I've been wanting to find some vintage steel for this use (nothing too fancy, but something fun to ride).

Both bikes are within my...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-24-11, 09:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 409
Posted By exapkib

Randy-- Thanks for the reply. I realize I...

Randy--

Thanks for the reply. I realize I was not able to include all of the relevant information in the original post. I did, however, purchase the bike this morning. I am very pleased with the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-24-11, 05:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 409
Posted By exapkib

Thoughts on a mid-eighties Raleigh Race USA

I'm driving down later today to take a look at a Craigslist Raleigh Race USA bike.

-Very good condition
-753 tubing
-mix 'n match components (14 speed, downtube shifters)
-serial number...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-12-11, 12:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By exapkib

I'm driving out to look at this bike this...

I'm driving out to look at this bike this weekend, so I thought I'd bump once just to see what information/opinions are out there.

Any thoughts?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-10-11, 06:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By exapkib

Bontrager CX

Any hints as to what a fair price for this bike might be? I tried searching, but didn't come up with anything . . .

circa 1997 Bontrager CX in very good condition

XTR rear derailleur, Sachs...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,228
Posted By exapkib

De Bernardi Frames?

Does anyone out there have experience with frames from de Bernardi?

I'm currently looking at a used de Bernardi Zona (circa 2008), and have had trouble finding information on the newer...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-10, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 839
Posted By exapkib

I'm an inch taller than you at about the same...

I'm an inch taller than you at about the same weight, and I take a medium. Anything smaller is too short for my torso. They are not baggy, and tight enough on the legs to stay put.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-10, 06:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,227
Posted By exapkib

It's worth riding, that's for sure. I...

It's worth riding, that's for sure.

I bought one (full 105) from craigslist for $750.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-12-10, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 797
Posted By exapkib

Thanks for the video--I learn so much every time...

Thanks for the video--I learn so much every time I watch one of your race videos.
Forum: Commuting
09-29-10, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By exapkib

Now THAT's a commuter

Quick search didn't bring anything up, and I thought the readers of this forum might appreciate the possibilities of a bike like this . . .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqCueUsZ7rg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-10, 08:05 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,657
Posted By exapkib

I've passed through three types of glasses so...

I've passed through three types of glasses so far--

At first, I rode with some normal cheapy sunglasses. Lots of sweat = lots of rust.

I replaced those with some cheap sunglasses from nashbar...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-10, 06:43 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,201
Posted By exapkib

How does this issue affect you when choosing a...

How does this issue affect you when choosing a new wheel? I am currently deciding between a more traditional 32 count open pro/ultegra build and a lower spoke count (20 in front, 24 in rear) custom...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-10, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,057
Posted By exapkib

Thanks for all of the responses. I am happy with...

Thanks for all of the responses. I am happy with the Cannondale, and if the Tarmac Comp isn't a serious upgrade it won't be hard to put off the change.

Now to go enjoy the morning - - -
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-10, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,057
Posted By exapkib

CAAD9 vs. Tarmac Comp

I have been riding a CAAD9 for the past few years. I like it a lot. I have a chance to acquire a 2010 Tarmac Comp frameset in my size from a friend. Doing so, however, would mean selling the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-10, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 476
Posted By exapkib

Ditto--same build as OP; very comfortable in the...

Ditto--same build as OP; very comfortable in the medium.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-10, 07:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,094
Posted By exapkib

+1 on the Sock Guy arm warmers. Ever since I...

+1 on the Sock Guy arm warmers. Ever since I inherited a pair from a friend they're all I use. I wear them under a long sleeve jersey with a wind vest and I'm good for a 1.5 hour ride with...
Forum: Northern California
01-14-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By exapkib

Thanks for all the info. We're now feeling much...

Thanks for all the info. We're now feeling much more comfortable about moving out there. It's a short term position--just this summer, but it sounds like there are plenty of avenues for escape...
Forum: Northern California
01-10-10, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By exapkib

DG- That's good to hear. I am definitely...

DG-

That's good to hear. I am definitely excited at the prospect of working there, as it looks like an incredibly beautiful campus. We'll be living on campus, so I'm not too worried about...
Forum: Northern California
01-10-10, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By exapkib

UD--thanks for the quick reply. (It's nice to see...

UD--thanks for the quick reply. (It's nice to see another Slavic-inspired username out there; though yours is much more straightforward than mine.)

Yeah--I'm more than a little bit concerned about...
Forum: Northern California
01-10-10, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By exapkib

Riding around Mills College

I come as a visitor from the Great Lakes forum--

It looks like there's a good chance I'll be spending a chunk of my summer at Mills College this year. As a MI roadie, I am loathe to surrender any...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-10, 12:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,863
Posted By exapkib

I haven't spent much time in the Gulf, but we...

I haven't spent much time in the Gulf, but we have lived for years in many other parts of that neighborhood (Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Egypt, etc.) road cycling like we envision it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-09, 06:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,903
Posted By exapkib

5'10" 32.5 inseam (barefoot) 77cm saddle...

5'10"
32.5 inseam (barefoot)
77cm saddle height
56 CAAD9

No spacers under the stem, which makes for about 4" of drop. Couldn't be happier.
Forum: Commuting
01-29-09, 07:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,888
Posted By exapkib

The stock tires on my Surly are Ritchey SpeedMax...

The stock tires on my Surly are Ritchey SpeedMax Cross 700 x 32c. I keep them inflated to 80psi most of the time. I really don't have many complaints about the way they ride or their weight. (I don't...
Forum: Commuting
01-28-09, 08:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,888
Posted By exapkib

Thanks lapher and Mr. Weinberg. That's the kind...

Thanks lapher and Mr. Weinberg. That's the kind of info I was hoping to get. It's good to hear that you can get the fenders over the BAs. That's a major plus. Looks like I might be giving them a try...
Forum: Commuting
01-28-09, 04:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,888
Posted By exapkib

As Mr. Underbridge notes, I am interested in the...

As Mr. Underbridge notes, I am interested in the ride quality afforded by (much) wider tires running a (much) lower pressure. That said, I have no real experience as to what those characteristics...
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