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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 597
Posted By plonz

Glad to see you bought it. Great bike at a great...

Glad to see you bought it. Great bike at a great deal. Enjoy!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-17-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 255
Posted By plonz

I’d give $200 all day long for that bike. I’m a...

I’d give $200 all day long for that bike. I’m a sucker for the Raleigh USA racing lineup and the “83 models are often overshadowed by their chromed counterparts in ‘84 and ‘85. I don’t know that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 204
Posted By plonz

Great price on those derailleurs. On the doorstep...

Great price on those derailleurs. On the doorstep sub $50 without the usual road rash on the pivot under “D”. Already have a couple of spares (where I had to clean up the road rash) so these will go...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-15-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By plonz

RALEIGH. Have since noticed the paint...

RALEIGH.

Have since noticed the paint scrapes on the lower-end of the seat stays. Plus a good point was made on what is very likely to be gouges from the kickstand. I'm dropping my original...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-14-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 543
Posted By plonz

For those early foggy mornings when you just...

For those early foggy mornings when you just can’t seem to find the valve stem. Nice bike!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-14-24, 05:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 543
Posted By plonz

I do not think the paint looks too terribly bad. ...

I do not think the paint looks too terribly bad. Should be an easy color to touch up and blend. Not $1,200 paint, that’s for sure. There’s been a paint-challenged DeRosa for sale near me for a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By plonz

Looks like a standard issue Campy Mirage 8-9...

Looks like a standard issue Campy Mirage 8-9 speed chainring to me. I’d have to say they’re alloy.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 05:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By plonz

^ Interesting perspective from northwest Italy....

^ Interesting perspective from northwest Italy. Stateside, I’m a bit more optimistic about this bike but only a bit. I think it has more C&V appeal than being relegated to a campus curb hopper.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By plonz

Portage valuations make me twitchy :twitchy: ...

Portage valuations make me twitchy :twitchy:

I’ve been in the $350 range on Portages in the past before the market softened. I’d speculate the equivalent range today would be more like $250-$300....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 848
Posted By plonz

For me it would come down to aesthetics first. ...

For me it would come down to aesthetics first. That aside, I would go with DA for perceived performance and street cred.

On my Schwinn Circuit, I run a 12-28 Shimano HG Hyperglide cassette with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-10-24, 05:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 343
Posted By plonz

I’ll wager that most valuable of the lot is the...

I’ll wager that most valuable of the lot is the pink/yellow Ironman. 5 foot grainy photo quality shows it to be in good shape. Up to $300 depending on local market, actual condition, yadayadayada. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-09-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 270
Posted By plonz

Hard to tell without pictures but we’re not...

Hard to tell without pictures but we’re not looking at high $. LeTours are lower end and still pretty easy to find in good shape. Common to see being sold for less than $100. Maybe $150-$200 for a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-09-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 894
Posted By plonz

Glad to hear you got a good price for such a...

Glad to hear you got a good price for such a beautiful machine. Thanks for circling back with us.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-08-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 266
Posted By plonz

I might be able to help. Ukai, plastic core...

I might be able to help. Ukai, plastic core tubulars came on my 70’s Fuji Finest. I’m going to unlace them and repurpose the hubs but I doubt I’ll use the rims. 36h but I’m embarrassed to say I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-06-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By plonz

Picked up my ‘84 Pro Touring for $200 last year. ...

Picked up my ‘84 Pro Touring for $200 last year. I thought that was a good deal. Touring Deluxe was next in the lineup and definitely worth $135 IMO. The two are practically twins!
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-05-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,067
Posted By plonz

Can you please verify OLD and thread standard for...

Can you please verify OLD and thread standard for the rear high flange hub?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-04-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By plonz

This is one where I think it is worth $700 to the...

This is one where I think it is worth $700 to the right buyer but finding that buyer may take time. Likely more around $450-$500 to sell to the masses on CL or FBM. For comparison, I got my Impulse...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-03-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By plonz

Great photo!

Great photo!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-02-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 283
Posted By plonz

I’m in and pm sent. I like these headsets and...

I’m in and pm sent. I like these headsets and cheaper than vintage Shimano. The meaty, non-descript cups look good on 80’s steel.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-02-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 330
Posted By plonz

You bet there is. All aluminum can buff to a...

You bet there is. All aluminum can buff to a mirror-like finish. If it’s painted or anodized, you will want to remove the finish first. Can’t be certain from your pic but the matte silver rim may...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-02-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 330
Posted By plonz

To the buffing wheel the non-polished one would...

To the buffing wheel the non-polished one would go! Good luck in your quest.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-01-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 894
Posted By plonz

Before I read the comments, I had $650-$750 in my...

Before I read the comments, I had $650-$750 in my head for a local sale. Seems there may be collectors seeking these top end Treks so maybe higher. Very nice bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

I’ve been agonizing over this one since it’s...

I’ve been agonizing over this one since it’s minutes away from me. The replacement fork would have to go. Thought about asking if the seller still had the original fork and looking at the feasibility...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By plonz

Very nice! Have spent more than one afternoon...

Very nice! Have spent more than one afternoon experiencing the libations served at Deep Ellum Brewery. Your pics make your route look so inviting without conveying how oppressively hot it is there...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-26-24, 04:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 763
Posted By plonz

That’s a very good deal on the Ironman. I own an...

That’s a very good deal on the Ironman. I own an Ironman and a Raleigh USA Competition and I still prefer the Raleigh. Grab both!

Saw your Fuji at the Fundo BTW.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By plonz

This past Saturday I visited a friend in...

This past Saturday I visited a friend in Cleveland and we rode the Cleveland Fundo. Fantastic weather, well-organized event and a heckuva a good time. Had the Schwinn Circuit “at pace” in a couple...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-25-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 553
Posted By plonz

This is a fine bike that looks well built and...

This is a fine bike that looks well built and ready to hammer in the next group ride. DA7700 9spd will help it be capable in such a setting.

I think $600 is the top of what you could get in a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-24-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 672
Posted By plonz

I have a soft spot for Raleigh USA racing bikes. ...

I have a soft spot for Raleigh USA racing bikes. Worth $150 and a drive all day long in my book. Sweet bike!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-17-24, 04:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 754
Posted By plonz

Yup. 13-14-15-16-17-18. GLWS!

Yup. 13-14-15-16-17-18. GLWS!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-16-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 754
Posted By plonz

I keep my '86 Super Sport on a trainer and love...

I keep my '86 Super Sport on a trainer and love running a 13-18 corncob for indoor workouts. I'm pretty well stocked otherwise I'd grab that 12-19 for this very purpose.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

I thought so at first but it is indeed a...

I thought so at first but it is indeed a different one. The other one was listed at $200 and was set up similarly but had different wheels and bars. Pretty sure one size different too. Same white...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

That’s the iPhone’s lame attempt at depth of...

That’s the iPhone’s lame attempt at depth of field photography. I’ve found it does okay on a solid object but fails when there’s “field” in between things like frame tubes.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-05-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 403
Posted By plonz

10 years ago it seemed there was always one of...

10 years ago it seemed there was always one of these for sale but now they pop up much less frequently. Love these Raleigh of America racers. Should make for a great build. GLWS!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-04-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By plonz

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/298x169/sold_d7a9e9ba38e38df90128a4762c80736b5f77d7f1.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-03-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By plonz

Shimano PD-6207 Pedals/Toe Clips/Straps

I'm fairly certain I'll never use these so hoping to move along to someone who will. Clips are marked Shimano LL so maybe this means "extra large"? They can be adjusted about 3/4" fore and aft.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-29-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 898
Posted By plonz

Ultregra/Dura Ace STI on a ready-to-ride...

Ultregra/Dura Ace STI on a ready-to-ride Paramount has to be worth more than $100-$200. I’d try $350 but who knows in this market.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 397
Posted By plonz

Now that’s a first! Does the left spigot heat it...

Now that’s a first! Does the left spigot heat it up for some mid-ride mulling?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

Yikes! My size, great deal and 4 1/2 hours away....

Yikes! My size, great deal and 4 1/2 hours away. I need to make this one figureoutable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,028
Posted By plonz

Sure sounds like you need a set of MTB cranks vs...

Sure sounds like you need a set of MTB cranks vs road cranks. I’m not sure of any hazards associated with adding spacers to the BB to mimic an MTB crank. I will 2nd 79pmooney however by saying I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 926
Posted By plonz

Definitely a run-don’t-walk at the price listed. ...

Definitely a run-don’t-walk at the price listed. Fantastic deal and I’m sure the bike will be even fantasticer when you’re done with it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 14,549
Posted By plonz

I built this Bridgestone 400 up almost 10 years...

I built this Bridgestone 400 up almost 10 years ago with an overkill Superbe group and tried to turn it into a race machine it wasn’t meant to be. Disassembled it a year later and left the frame...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 568
Posted By plonz

Hah! Totally did not make the connection. I...

Hah! Totally did not make the connection. I bought it from @sloar several years prior. Now you can only sell it to a forum member. It’s like the Flat Stanley of BFC&V :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By plonz

Rode along Lake Seneca this morning while...

Rode along Lake Seneca this morning while visiting New York’s Finger Lakes Region. One of my favorite areas in the US. Now off to some tastings!

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-24, 11:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 568
Posted By plonz

Sold an identical frameset here a few years ago. ...

Sold an identical frameset here a few years ago. $220+shipping IIRC. This is a great build to hammer out a club ride but probably not one to reap the most value from a 760 or the Chorus groupset.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 709
Posted By plonz

Agreed on good collection of components being...

Agreed on good collection of components being worth considerably more than this bike. Bike itself is probably $225 +/- $25. Front hub is definitely a record hub with what appears to be an...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-15-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By plonz

Great bike, cool 80s colors and a very nice...

Great bike, cool 80s colors and a very nice price. GLWS!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

So who ended up grabbing the Cannondale with the...

So who ended up grabbing the Cannondale with the white Superbe group? I told myself if it was still available when I got back to town on Wed I’d grab it. Looks like it sold today.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 859
Posted By plonz

I’m in line with the $300 stated above. I might...

I’m in line with the $300 stated above. I might stretch it to $350 depending on the area. I see many a clean Paramount PDG offered sub $400 these days. I don’t see this bike having any more appeal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 548
Posted By plonz

I recently started using Silca’s Super Secret...

I recently started using Silca’s Super Secret Chain Coating lube which I assume is the same stuff. I’m definitely seeing the same results. Super quiet and super clean and seems to last just as long...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 2,749
Views: 174,704
Posted By plonz

Smokin’ deal which didn’t last long as expected. ...

Smokin’ deal which didn’t last long as expected. Would have definitely been on the road to Kzoo if I’d seen it earlier. cb400bill , did you happen to grab this?
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