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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 259
Posted By GordonP

Vintage

Good day, I am looking for detailed plans for a DIY vintage style tool saddlebags to complement my vintage bikes. The first I would like to make is a round leather bag to attach to my saddle and the...
Forum: Recumbent
01-10-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By GordonP

So I guess schlepping a heavy recumbent up to my...

So I guess schlepping a heavy recumbent up to my condo is out of the question! I appreciate all the input.
Forum: Recumbent
01-08-24, 04:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for all of your replies, I found the...

Thanks for all of your replies, I found the information helpful. I decided to pass on the Burley and do more research. I am starting to lean towards getting a trike but it would have to be a...
Forum: Recumbent
01-06-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By GordonP

The Sand Point is from around 2006 and is indeed...

The Sand Point is from around 2006 and is indeed a LWB design and the economical version of the Koosah. I have never tried a two wheel recumbent, or a trike for that matter, but I have always been...
Forum: Recumbent
01-05-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By GordonP

Burley Sand Point Recumbent?

Due to chronic back pain I had to forgo cycling for over a year and I am looking at getting a recumbent to see if that will get me back riding. There is an old, but in great shape, Burley Sand...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-28-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 764
Posted By GordonP

There are diagrams available on line and from...

There are diagrams available on line and from Tern that may help. If I remember correctly there is a small bolt that holds the bigger pin in place and it can be removed with a hex key. When I had...
Forum: Eastern Canada
12-26-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 724
Posted By GordonP

The Route Verte website is handy for planning...

The Route Verte website is handy for planning trips in Quebec. https://www.routeverte.com/en/
I have a chalet at KM 129 on Le P'tit Train du Nord and it is a wonderful rail trail to ride. I would...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
10-13-23, 06:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 732
Posted By GordonP

I did a bit more research and during this period...

I did a bit more research and during this period Campagnolo was switching between Exa Drive and Ultra drive and since this bike is from around 1999/2000 it could be either system. I think I will...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
10-07-23, 05:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 732
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for your reply. Marinoni makes great...

Thanks for your reply. Marinoni makes great frames and this one is welded and made from Columbus Zona Chromoly with a EVO Carbon fork. So the frame is good but after searching for parts and...
Forum: Western Canada
10-03-23, 05:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 214
Posted By GordonP

Long distance Rail Trails Manitoba/Saskatchewan

Good day prairie folk, I am interested in any local knowledge about rail trails or nice rural rides in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. I grew up in Winnipeg and I have a family connection to the...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
10-03-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 732
Posted By GordonP

1999/2000 Marinoni Cyclo rebuild?

Good day, there is a 1999/2000 Marinoni Cyclo with a 9 speed Camagnolo Mirage groupset available locally for under $500. The frame looks to be in good condition but the groupo looks worn out. 9...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-23-23, 05:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By GordonP

Thanks jfouellette...

Thanks jfouellette (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/jfouellette-543528.html) for your reply. Yes it was Dumoulin and I will have to visit their store next time I am in Montreal. Next week I will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-15-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By GordonP

Tern Hinge Lock?

Good day, I recently bought two lightly used Tern Link 8 folding bikes so my wife and I can use them when camping and travelling. Today I noticed that the safety lock on the hinges do not work. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-05-23, 04:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 600
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for both of your replies. I ended up...

Thanks for both of your replies. I ended up passing on this bike and will continue to look.
Cheers, Gordon
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-04-23, 02:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 600
Posted By GordonP

Stucchi & C Milano Roadbike 1968

A local seller has a 1968 Stucchi & C Milano Sprint 10 speed for sale which has a Columbus frame with Campagnolo, Stronglight and Robert Gian components. There is not a lot of information on this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 217
Posted By GordonP

Crank Choice?

I bought a couple of vintage road bikes last fall sight unseen believing they were the right size for me and my wife. It turns out the larger bike is too big and the smaller one fits me. The bigger...
Forum: Europe
12-27-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 665
Posted By GordonP

Sounds like a great opportunity and you will love...

Sounds like a great opportunity and you will love Porto! In regards to cycling, I cycle-toured the region many years ago and I found the roads were not that good, the drivers often came very close to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-22, 06:01 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

I will have to look this route up. How it the...

I will have to look this route up. How it the weather in January/February?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-22, 05:59 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

I just met a couple who are travelling around...

I just met a couple who are travelling around North America in a VW van and they had problems with people trying to take their bikes off of their bike rack!
Tucson sounds like a great destination...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-22, 09:33 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

I haven't spent much time in the southern states...

I haven't spent much time in the southern states but I am interested in North and South Carolina and Arizona. I will have to do more research on other states. Even though Canadians can spend 6...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-22, 08:51 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for the suggestion, I will have to find a...

Thanks for the suggestion, I will have to find a copy.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-22, 08:47 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for all of the replies! I've cycled...

Thanks for all of the replies! I've cycled toured fully loaded in Europe and Canada in the past and I probably will do light credit card touring in the future. In North America, I would use my car...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,343
Posted By GordonP

Retirement, Travel and Cycling?

I have a question for retirees who travel to warm weather destinations. Do you rent a bike or travel with your own? I am thinking of buying a folding bike to take with me when I travel overseas. ...
Forum: Pills and Ills
09-08-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,961
Posted By GordonP

I recently asked my GP if I should stop taking my...

I recently asked my GP if I should stop taking my 81 mg Aspirin and he told me NO! He reasoned that since I already had one heart attack taking Aspirin may prevent another.
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-16-22, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,695
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for all the replies and tips. So far no...

Thanks for all the replies and tips. So far no luck finding someone to paint my frames economically. I may try to paint one of them myself and touch up the other one. I had Dobermann BMX in...
Forum: Eastern Canada
04-05-22, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,695
Posted By GordonP

Bicycle Painters Ottawa/Gatineau area

Does anyone know of anyone who will paint or powder coat a frame in the Ottawa/Gatineau/Mont Tremblant area?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-21, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 418,188
Posted By GordonP

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x886/va886_silverghost_b19d66e12c47c74d01a5e7c2b87e7c073d74ed1c.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-21, 10:37 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 418,188
Posted By GordonP

Good day, I picked up a vintage bike with tubular...

Good day, I picked up a vintage bike with tubular wheels and I am wondering if anyone knows where to buy tires in Canada at a reasonable price? Also since this will be my first experience with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-21, 10:31 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 80,437
Posted By GordonP

Here is my CCM Silver Ghost which I picked up...

Here is my CCM Silver Ghost which I picked up this autumn. I was planning on keeping it original but I may replace the wonky cranks and change the colour of the cable housing, handlebar tape and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-21, 05:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,889
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for the links for the Kool-Stop brake...

Thanks for the links for the Kool-Stop brake pads, unfortunately they have no stock. I did find a shop in Halifax, Nova Scotia that have the Jagwire Basics in black rubber for $5.99 plus 15% off and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-21, 06:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,889
Posted By GordonP

One of the bikes I am working on is near pristine...

One of the bikes I am working on is near pristine 1970's CCM Silver Ghost and I was hoping to keep it as original as possible. The back brake pads are Weinmann 4 dot and the front are 6 dot but the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,889
Posted By GordonP

Thanks everyone for your replies and all of the...

Thanks everyone for your replies and all of the information provided. I've been trying to shop locally for bike parts and I've had little luck in finding what I am looking for or the stores were not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-21, 04:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,889
Posted By GordonP

Parts for Classic and Vintage?

I have a few vintage bikes which I am working on and I am having a hard time finding parts such as brake pads for Weinmann and Mafic brakes. Is there a one stop on-line bicycle parts supplier that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-21, 07:04 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 16,038
Posted By GordonP

There is an Velosport Aero on the Montreal Kijiji...

There is an Velosport Aero on the Montreal Kijiji for $400.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-21, 01:05 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 16,038
Posted By GordonP

Good day, I've been corresponding with a...

Good day, I've been corresponding with a gentleman who has a Velosport Super Aero and from the pictures it looks like it is in great condition. He has no clue what he has and I am wondering what a...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-25-17, 04:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,271
Posted By GordonP

The Quebec Tourist Authority is very generous...

The Quebec Tourist Authority is very generous with tourist brochures and there are lots of different maps on cycling available. The office in Montreal is at 1255, rue Peel is not too far from the...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-06-17, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,239
Posted By GordonP

From Toronto take the waterfront trail to Quebec...

From Toronto take the waterfront trail to Quebec and just jump on the Route Verte to New Brunswick. Not sure after that.
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-06-17, 06:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,271
Posted By GordonP

Did this ride a few times but starting in...

Did this ride a few times but starting in Mont-Laurier and ending in Montreal but it has been a long time since I rode it. Getting through Montreal is easy but Laval is a pain in the butt. Not sure...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-06-17, 07:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 918
Posted By GordonP

Follis/Elvish Tandem

Good day, I found this old Follis Tandem in rural Quebec and I am guessing it is from the early1980's. I thought it would be fun to ride on the numerous bike paths near my house but unfortunately it...
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