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Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 834
Posted By NVFlinch

...my 73 year old legs. Been pushing them pedals...

...my 73 year old legs. Been pushing them pedals round n round for 71 years. Oops, gotta go, it's pudding night here at the home! Now get offa my nurse ya dang wippersnapper!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 143
Posted By NVFlinch

I've heard tell that he's also a quite handsome...

I've heard tell that he's also a quite handsome guy, smart, well liked, tall, strong, able to leap tall Serottas in a single bound, humble... and his eyes are giving out after all that researching!...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 531
Posted By NVFlinch

I've got a reading disorder...my attention span...

I've got a reading disorder...my attention span goes to zero after "DEI"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 650
Posted By NVFlinch

One more minor thing - the "P" and "I" are not...

One more minor thing - the "P" and "I" are not aligned. Something that would not likely have happened from the factory.

- BUT - I wouldn't know a Pinarello if it bit me. Did have a Nishiki bite me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By NVFlinch

Funny how life works sometimes...Jus' sayin' ...

Funny how life works sometimes...Jus' sayin'

https://i.imgur.com/9uzZdyXl.jpeg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,043
Posted By NVFlinch

1. File a police report. 2. Send a copy to the...

1. File a police report.
2. Send a copy to the local government attorney in charge of your particular area prosecutions (City, County...)
3.CC a copy, with explanation of details, police...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 630
Posted By NVFlinch

Geometry on page from 1983 Bikeology catalog...

Geometry on page from 1983 Bikeology catalog (Bikeology was Centurion dealer in CA). Plus an ad from Pedal Pushers 1983-84 catalog showing same (?) 'Project' frame, unlabeled, selling as complete...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 630
Posted By NVFlinch

--- Headset needed --- EC30/25.4-24tpi |...

--- Headset needed ---
EC30/25.4-24tpi | EC30/26 (EC30 dia in mm of cups, 26 = 26.4mm race ID, 25.4-24 steerer threads)

BB rust. Wire brush it clean, heavy grease and forget. OR - do the same,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 630
Posted By NVFlinch

Nice. In summary, your bike was designed by a...

Nice. In summary, your bike was designed by a Cinelli employee, made in the Chiraco bike shop on the outskirts of Milan, supervised by a Cinelli manager. It is certainly of Cinelli quality. These...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,245
Posted By NVFlinch

Good on ya! For years I've been riding my age....

Good on ya! For years I've been riding my age. Last year at age 73 on my Mongoose titanium road bike (ten days later I was hit by a cargo van - shattered pelvis, off bike for 3 months) - 'graduated'...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,025
Posted By NVFlinch

1. Firmly second the Scosche, don't even notice...

1. Firmly second the Scosche, don't even notice it after a few minutes.
2. Chest straps = evil, no, nyet, nah, nada, cause sterility in laboratory rats. They're range is about 20 yards if you throw...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,709
Posted By NVFlinch

Mid-late 70's Serotta. Repainted probably in...

Mid-late 70's Serotta. Repainted probably in early 90's from original color, whatever that was. Paint has since faded, but it's starting to grow on me!
https://i.imgur.com/3swnaYzl.jpeg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,947
Posted By NVFlinch

I'm not a carbon bike guy. Hell, I've never even...

I'm not a carbon bike guy. Hell, I've never even been on one, but damn, that ride looks nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By NVFlinch

I found a thread somewhere with, "1975 serial...

I found a thread somewhere with, "1975 serial number BS175", and another with, "I am assembling a 1975 Serotta Special BS178. This confirmed by Ben as genuine. ", and another, "Serotta criterium...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By NVFlinch

The paint is not original. Note the lack of...

The paint is not original. Note the lack of engraving/pantographing on any of the parts on my frame: fork, bridges, etc. Horizontal Campy dropouts, Cinelli BB. Also no serial# on BB, only on fork...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By NVFlinch

Another old Serotta up n running

MId-late 70's Serotta, serial# BS 564. Not sure of the model, or even if there were models back then. Probably repainted according to Kirk in the early 90's, as the neon colors were not a 'thing' in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,977
Posted By NVFlinch

Not even a chance in the US, but having been on...

Not even a chance in the US, but having been on my bike in Wales last fall I can say that no way could you limit yourself to 20 mph there. Wales has some serious HILLS, as in 20%, that we descended....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,147
Posted By NVFlinch

Must be the mate of this one... ...

Must be the mate of this one...
https://i.imgur.com/LH7RDGbl.jpeg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By NVFlinch

I've used this for > 10 years: Pint of...

I've used this for > 10 years:

Pint of liquid latex (called 'Mold Builder' in the US)
Quart of RV water line anti-freeze (NOT auto radiator stuff)
Up to a cup of water to thin, yer choice

Mix...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 911
Posted By NVFlinch

As an aside, my handiest piece of tubeless...

As an aside, my handiest piece of tubeless diagnostic gear is a spray bottle with a weak mix of dish soap and water. I always spray the entire rim/spoke junction, ditto the tire/rim to detect leaks....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-19-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 573
Posted By NVFlinch

The title...damn, I think I may have wet myself...

The title...damn, I think I may have wet myself cackling !
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-05-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 403
Posted By NVFlinch

Hmmm, not commenting on the bike's value, but.......

Hmmm, not commenting on the bike's value, but.... Pics of a bike in a crack house???
Run !!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,836
Posted By NVFlinch

VIz 450 lumen taillight + Garmin Varia - yep both...

VIz 450 lumen taillight + Garmin Varia - yep both at the same time. Front Fenix BC25R flash mode.

Heck of a lot cheaper than a hospital stay - don't ask....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 295
Views: 36,583
Posted By NVFlinch

MId/late 70s Serotta mystery frame (Club Special...

MId/late 70s Serotta mystery frame (Club Special ???), serial # BS 564. Now built up with what crap I had on hand, soon to be Campy 11 speed w new wheels. Rides sweet!
Repainted in early 90s (?),...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-23-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By NVFlinch

Daaaaaaaaannnngggg, that's a nice bike! Someone...

Daaaaaaaaannnngggg, that's a nice bike! Someone is going to get a 'unicorn' fantastic deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 660
Posted By NVFlinch

Ummm....you might want to reword your post title....

Ummm....you might want to reword your post title. "Breaking noise" means that something is BREAKING !!!!

"Braking noise" means that you are annoyed by the BRAKES. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 958
Posted By NVFlinch

Just a tip for new Rivnuts: I always put a dab of...

Just a tip for new Rivnuts: I always put a dab of epoxy glue on the shaft and bottom of the nut before installing it. Glues the thing tight, and haven't had one spin yet. Be careful that none gets in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,733
Posted By NVFlinch

Another vote for bigger is better, with ever...

Another vote for bigger is better, with ever lower pressures the larger tire you use. Clearance matters, yada yada yada. Big difference to me from 25 to 28, and a smaller-big difference from 28 to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-01-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 753
Posted By NVFlinch

Slotted BB = post '84/85. Not a Centurion Project...

Slotted BB = post '84/85. Not a Centurion Project bike, they didn't have braze on front D stub and had solid BB, but did have only one bottle mount. Project and Equipe BB had only the two digit size...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,501
Posted By NVFlinch

I was out on a remote gravel ride, in the forest...

I was out on a remote gravel ride, in the forest beyond cell reception, when magically I got an email from my friend in Derby UK letting me know Mercian was alive. Spookey, but cool ! The one bucket...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,234
Posted By NVFlinch

Always. Besides cooling in the heat, they help...

Always. Besides cooling in the heat, they help prevent skin cancer. How do I know? I'll ask my skin cancer doc on the next visit - due to a long history of NOT using arm covers.

Remember: You're...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By NVFlinch

What powder do you load 'em with? Blue Dot about...

What powder do you load 'em with? Blue Dot about 5 grains might help with those stuck bolts. :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 456
Posted By NVFlinch

You're way overthinking this. In my experience...

You're way overthinking this. In my experience spokes can be within 2mm and still work. Rounding up or down is OK, although I would rather round up, and in cases where the spokes are within 1mm of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 159
Posted By NVFlinch

Serotta pantographs, what was the first year?

When did Serotta start pantographing their parts, especially the seatstays, forks, and brake bosses? What model was the first?
(Also posted on Paceline)
Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By NVFlinch

Some/most of the old pages you see are the result...

Some/most of the old pages you see are the result of owners scanning the pages of mags they have.

For example, I have old UK 1930's and WWII and later era "The Bicycle" and "Cycling" magazines...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,578
Posted By NVFlinch

Gran Prix 5000 on DT Swiss rims = Ugh! Found...

Gran Prix 5000 on DT Swiss rims = Ugh!

Found a solution though, and it's brilliant: Put half of the tire on one rim, the other half on another rim. Easy-peasy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,505
Posted By NVFlinch

Not sure of the physics, but I know that any good...

Not sure of the physics, but I know that any good engineer adds 50% to the breaking point margin of whatever system is at hand.

And I damn sure know that Corporatations add another 50% attorney...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,411
Posted By NVFlinch

...from physics back to the question... I've...

...from physics back to the question...
I've used BB7 brakes on my backpacking mtn bikes over 4,000 miles of really tough mountainous terrain with no issues. If they can stop a 50lb loaded bike with...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,325
Posted By NVFlinch

To find air leaks, one word: Soapy Water

To find air leaks, one word: Soapy Water
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,777
Posted By NVFlinch

This reminds me of the "False Negative" aspect:...

This reminds me of the "False Negative" aspect: that is, the radar NOT showing a car when there is one. Several times I've noticed a car behind me keeping pace with my speed, and the radar does not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 672
Posted By NVFlinch

My money on gunked shifter or damaged (probably...

My money on gunked shifter or damaged (probably interior) cable housing causing intermittant sticking.

Or...you might sacrifice a virgin chicken at midnight while shaking a mojo bottle at the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,777
Posted By NVFlinch

Easy. No failure of comprehension on this end. To...

Easy. No failure of comprehension on this end. To wit: Video shows you NOT stopping, and the backside of a stop sign. Ditto a red light and the line of traffic you just cruised past when they were...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,508
Posted By NVFlinch

Not sure if it's a 'flow state' or plain...

Not sure if it's a 'flow state' or plain daydreaming, but I find that on hills especially if I start thinking about something in depth, all of a sudden I'm at the top of the hill, and without the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-05-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 608
Posted By NVFlinch

I recently sold a more complete Chrous group...

I recently sold a more complete Chrous group (another hub + handlebar/stem) for $325 shipped.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,777
Posted By NVFlinch

Warning: The following are opinions of my...

Warning: The following are opinions of my fingers, and are not meant as a put down of anyone or triggers to woke-sensitive peoples of the net..

Radar = YES, stop asking, too many threads already...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 575
Posted By NVFlinch

Century. Yesterday. Brooks B17. Ass is still...

Century. Yesterday. Brooks B17. Ass is still smiling. 'Nuff said.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6,972
Views: 719,569
Posted By NVFlinch

Lake Tahoe century ride yesterday on my Serotta...

Lake Tahoe century ride yesterday on my Serotta Legend. It was my 'graduation' ride after coming back at age 73 from a smashed pelvis last fall (cargo van meets bike), and getting back on the bike in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,562
Posted By NVFlinch

Depends on the bike, both tubeless: Mtn bike...

Depends on the bike, both tubeless:

Mtn bike off road (same kit for long/short rides), then two tubes (both TPU), patches, multi-tool w chain tool, chain quick links and link pliers, tire levers,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,040
Posted By NVFlinch

What they mean is that the tubing is a bit...

What they mean is that the tubing is a bit lighter than, say, the water pipes in Flint MIchigan. The hazard of riding one of those is that, since they are so massive, their intense gravitaional field...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 773
Posted By NVFlinch

I had the same issue last year, and being a...

I had the same issue last year, and being a fix-it-myself kind of person, I took the fork to the bike co-op. They had an alognment/bending tool, and I learned how to use it. The end result is my fork...
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