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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I took it out for a 40-mile ride today. Overall,...

I took it out for a 40-mile ride today. Overall, I'm very pleased.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53809256133_deaa160557_h.jpg

The first nasty surprise was bombing a fast downhill, I hit a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

Perhaps I didn't properly explain the ranked...

Perhaps I didn't properly explain the ranked choice voting system. With 40 votes currently cast, 21 votes were for one of the two 3x10 choices, 15 were for keeping the current components (which I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-24, 12:41 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I don't really have that kind of patience. You're...

I don't really have that kind of patience. You're right about one thing though, tomorrow will have answers.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53807965445_ff0a234f97_h.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

Yeah, that's basically what I was trying to...

Yeah, that's basically what I was trying to decide here. I like the look of it with the period correct build, but I'm kind of thinking I'd just rather ride it more.

I think the De Rosa is special...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I guess you haven't seen my bikes. :lol: ...

I guess you haven't seen my bikes. :lol:

I've got around 15 vintage bikes with indexed shifting. Most use components from the early 2000s so the "neo" in "neo-retro" is getting stretched thin. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

This is a clear example of me ignoring my own...

This is a clear example of me ignoring my own advice. I put forth a very similar hypothetical scenario recently on the Auburn restomod thread. This Gios was sold as a frameset in 1983. I can easily...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

That was fixed in 2016. ...

That was fixed in 2016.

https://hypebeast.com/2018/12/mozart-sold-the-most-cds-in-2016
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

Probably just re-raking the fork and drilling it...

Probably just re-raking the fork and drilling it out for internal wiring with a generator hub will be sufficient. Oh, and what Italian racing bike doesn't need a front rack for a huge handlebar bag?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 12:40 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I said I was seeking the voice of reason. I...

I said I was seeking the voice of reason. I didn't mention how I expected to hear it. You just need to know how to listen. Hear me out on this.

Individually, we may be a bunch of fools. In fact,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I have one of those in Lycra, which I think is...

I have one of those in Lycra, which I think is appropriate for a restomod build. It was a very cool kit in the pro peloton. On me, to say the stripes are not flattering would be an extreme...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 312
Posted By Andy_K

I've used Pari-Motos and like them but some...

I've used Pari-Motos and like them but some qualification is necessary. They are very thin. I found them to be prone to flats from tiny bits of road debris which can get embedded in the tread and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I'm generally pretty lazy about cleaning, but the...

I'm generally pretty lazy about cleaning, but the reason I bought this frame in the first place was that I saw a super clean Gios at Eroica California and fell in love with the color. So, "polish"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

Yes, that's true. I think the derailleurs,...

Yes, that's true. I think the derailleurs, shifters, and brake calipers are SR. I really can't tell with the cranks apart from chain rings, and this really should have the proper Gios Torino...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

​​​​​​I prefer the look and feel of second...

​​​​​​I prefer the look and feel of second generation Campy Ergo. I use 3x10 as short hand. In reality, this would probably end up 3x9 because the spare levers I have on hand are 9-speed Daytona.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I'm kind of surprised to hear you say that. I...

I'm kind of surprised to hear you say that. I didn't think anything in my collection other than maybe the '73 De Rosa (which gets knocked down for being a repaint) is really top tier. I would have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

No, it's 42. The "big" ring is 49, which probably...

No, it's 42. The "big" ring is 49, which probably explains why I was using it. :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I swear, some enchantment has been cast on my...

I swear, some enchantment has been cast on my garage that causes brake cables to grow after I install them. Every time I make an effort to make sure I am not leaving them comically long, and then I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

This is part of what I am trying to gauge here....

This is part of what I am trying to gauge here. It's definitely not ultra rare, but also not common (at least in the US). I think the fact that it's not the earlier version with the coins makes it a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

This is definitely a major consideration. I'm...

This is definitely a major consideration. I'm trying to reduce the number of bikes in my garage right now but the market conditions are really demotivating me. Do I really want to let this one go and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I'm curious what gave you that impression. The...

I'm curious what gave you that impression. The top tube is shorter than on most of my bikes, but I kind of like that. I have to use an 80 mm stem on many of my bikes to get the reach where I want it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I actually have put a Red Clover tripleizer on...

I actually have put a Red Clover tripleizer on it. The current gearing is 49-42-32 with a 13-26 freewheel. The SR RD won't quite wrap enough chain for even that, but as long as I stay out of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

I didn't consider that option because it takes...

I didn't consider that option because it takes the choice away from the next owner. I know I personally prefer to buy things in a rougher state and bring them up the way I want them. Even if the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 01:48 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,443
Posted By Andy_K

ISO: The Voice of Reason

First, let me be very clear that this is not a sale thread. I'm not soliciting offers. If I decide to sell this bike, I'll post it in the sales forum with an asking price, as per forum rules.

With...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 01:32 AM
Replies: 6,597
Views: 835,559
Posted By Andy_K

I think I have a set of these. I thought I had...

I think I have a set of these. I thought I had given them to a local non-profit, but I just checked the garage and I have a set of Cinelli shield logo Giro d'Italia bars that measure 26.0 at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 12:46 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,085
Posted By Andy_K

You had me at LePree, of course, but I love the...

You had me at LePree, of course, but I love the 3x1 drivetrain. Triple in front and triple in the rear.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-19-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,252
Posted By Andy_K

I haven’t used a shipbikes box, but based on...

I haven’t used a shipbikes box, but based on their dimensions I think it will be a challenge to get the frame and wheels in the box together, if it’s possible at all. I’m not asking you to hold this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-19-24, 01:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,252
Posted By Andy_K

@KRoberts Is this bike in Colorado now? Will you...

@KRoberts Is this bike in Colorado now? Will you be moving it to Spokane? I’m interested but with all that gear, the shipping cost could be pretty high.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,572
Posted By Andy_K

This is what we really need, IMO -- a build...

This is what we really need, IMO -- a build challenge.

$248 budget
Must fit 700x35 (or 26/650bx38)
Must weigh 30 pounds or less
Gearing range must cover 35-90 gear inches
Document some gravel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 301
Posted By Andy_K

I agree with this advice and reasoning. More...

I agree with this advice and reasoning.

More controversially, I would recommend straight gauge spokes. Yes, I know that butted spokes can build a wheel that is both stronger and lighter, which is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,241
Posted By Andy_K

Yeah. I really like DT Swiss R460s. Great rims at...

Yeah. I really like DT Swiss R460s. Great rims at a good price. I also like Velocity A23s if you want something silver, though they cost a bit more that the R460s and have a less classic shape....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 11:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 631
Posted By Andy_K

I bought a set of these last year for my Smella...

I bought a set of these last year for my Smella build. The guy who sold them to me wasn't a bike guy and thought they were really cool (which they are in an odd sort of way). They came with an Eagle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,574
Posted By Andy_K

I'm reviving this thread yet again because there...

I'm reviving this thread yet again because there really isn't much info on this available and this thread was the best I could find. It seemed like it would be worth sharing my experience.

I found...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,056
Posted By Andy_K

There's so much to love about this picture! I...

There's so much to love about this picture! I don't even know where to start.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:22 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

I tell you what, if you are able to make it, I...

I tell you what, if you are able to make it, I promise I'll ride this one, at least on day 1. I just got around to registering tonight. The early bird special goes until tomorrow for anyone else...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:17 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

gugie and I rode a lot of that route a few weeks...

gugie and I rode a lot of that route a few weeks ago, except we really took our lives into our own hands and cut across the 205 bike path. I tend to look like I'm riding a Huffy even when I'm riding...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

There's a small chance that the dream of Cino may...

There's a small chance that the dream of Cino may keep it going. As I said, I needed the breaks, and I'm not about to sink $85 into buying a new set just so I can keep this thing complete, but it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 370
Posted By Andy_K

bulgie has scans of the 1976 AD catalog. You can...

bulgie has scans of the 1976 AD catalog. You can find full specs there:
​​https://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/AustroDaimler/76/VentNoir.jpg

It does have this Crane rear derailleur.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

I wasn't sure. You generously offering to send...

I wasn't sure. You generously offering to send someone parts seemed pretty plausible.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

I'm really not sure it would survive Cino. I'd...

I'm really not sure it would survive Cino. I'd kind of like to bring it, especially since it's my only American built bike that will take tires wider than 28, but I don't think I want to badly enough...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

I don't know. I'm pretty happy with the wheels I...

I don't know. I'm pretty happy with the wheels I used, and I generally stay away from tubulars.

I am still using that from hub you sent me though. I haven't had any problems with it. I've got it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

You know, when I left that evening there was a...

You know, when I left that evening there was a Cannondale CAAD4 with full 105 components next to it with nothing more than a helmet strap securing it. This is a relatively safe spot. I just wouldn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,018
Posted By Andy_K

Zipp is making high end hookless rims, but you...

Zipp is making high end hookless rims, but you need tires specifically designed to be used with them. Everything old is new again.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

No, I don't see a future for this one. What I...

No, I don't see a future for this one. What I wanted to know when I set out on this project was how bad is a BSO frame really? That is, you normally get a bike with a crappy frame that has crappy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

Yeah, that sounds about right.

Yeah, that sounds about right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,458
Posted By Andy_K

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53790462335_b7...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53790462335_b7f3420be3_b.jpg

In which the poetry goes in motion...

That's right. Today was the day! The day that the AeroRat finally hit the road.

I live...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,056
Posted By Andy_K

No pictures from the rest day? I need a vicarious...

No pictures from the rest day? I need a vicarious living fix.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,572
Posted By Andy_K

This was my initial thought, but without riding...

This was my initial thought, but without riding the bike it's hard to say. At 30 pounds, it's pretty heavy, but not usuably so. My roadie friends think my 23 pound steel bikes are boat anchors so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 956
Posted By Andy_K

I thought that was the main question. I haven't...

I thought that was the main question. I haven't tried it so I didn't comment. But now I will anyway. I think there were parts branded as "Racing T" in the 8-speed era, and you can use an eight speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,609
Posted By Andy_K

I blame the Daves:...

I blame the Daves: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1280575-horror-junk-build-high-end-hatchet-job-frankenbike-challenge-extravaganza.html

But you know, I was looking at the Bike Summer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,609
Posted By Andy_K

To some extent I suppose it depends on the...

To some extent I suppose it depends on the purpose for which you're riding, but by nearly any measure this is the worst bike I've ridden....
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