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02-23-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 906
Posted By tricky

Hoods can be difficult but if sticking with...

Hoods can be difficult but if sticking with downtube shifters I personally like the newer chunky aero Tektro levers. Not period correct but much more comfortable and pretty cheap....
02-14-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 767
Posted By tricky

I suggest asking specifically for what info you...

I suggest asking specifically for what info you want. "Hey everyone. Is this an Italian frame?" Like that. It will save everyone's time.

This is a quality steel frame that rides well, but if your...
02-14-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,697
Posted By tricky

Been around a long time. I've seen people post...

Been around a long time. I've seen people post that they use them religiously but I rarely seem them.
02-14-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,436
Posted By tricky

All the bike butchery usual suspects are in...

All the bike butchery usual suspects are in attendance in this thread. Love to see it. Once I have a workspace, I myself hope to pick up the torch one day.
02-14-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,436
Posted By tricky

:lol:

:lol:
02-13-23, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 767
Posted By tricky

Are you asking us if you like it? :) Or are you...

Are you asking us if you like it? :) Or are you asking us for an appraisal?

Non-snarky answer: Does it fit you?
02-12-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,647
Posted By tricky

That's an awesome snag. That kind of clearance is...

That's an awesome snag. That kind of clearance is like what all the kids have on their groad bikes these days. Those decals are amazing too. Reminds me of the 70s Toyota racing colors. Wish I could...
02-07-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,079
Posted By tricky

I went through a downsize period when I moved in...

I went through a downsize period when I moved in with my girlfriend now fiancee. I went from 8 down to 4 bikes (one of them is hers) and 2 frames. At the same time I decided to invest that money into...
02-03-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,015
Posted By tricky

Do you have a link to the specific wheels you are...

Do you have a link to the specific wheels you are looking at? Component selection will make a big difference.

If you are concerned with getting stranded, the condition and quality of whatever...
02-02-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By tricky

Yeah, could be damage from storage. Tubulars are...

Yeah, could be damage from storage. Tubulars are still used quite a bit in cyclocross though I am not sure why someone would use such a deep V rim for cross. Maybe a backup wheelset that was used...
02-01-23, 07:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,973
Posted By tricky

Congrats!

Congrats!
02-01-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,805
Posted By tricky

This, including the Mini 7. :) I mostly ride...

This, including the Mini 7. :) I mostly ride without a lock and just carry all of my provisions from home. I will carry it if I am meeting someone for coffee or food somewhere. I did just put a nice...
01-30-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,247
Posted By tricky

And set search alerts on Craigslist, OfferUp, and...

And set search alerts on Craigslist, OfferUp, and FB Marketplace.
01-30-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 992
Posted By tricky

Every Sante part that I've seen in person looked...

Every Sante part that I've seen in person looked a bit haggered with chips to the finish even though they probably still functioned just fine. Based on that, I've always assumed like you that if they...
01-26-23, 11:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,485
Posted By tricky

Is this some weird digital camera image...

Is this some weird digital camera image processing issue or is the top tube actually bent? I've never seen this kind of damage before so maybe it's an illusion?
...
01-20-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,598
Posted By tricky

"Leather hub cleaner" on google will net you a...

"Leather hub cleaner" on google will net you a lot of results, but here is one for $10 https://www.rivbike.com/products/sackville-hub-shiner Bike looks great, btw! I am really impressed with how well...
01-18-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,469
Posted By tricky

I was curious on current pricing for this. A few...

I was curious on current pricing for this. A few used sets went for $300-$400. This non-NOS set with a box went for $500 + shipping. With good pics and good text, OP's set would probably go for more....
01-12-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,469
Posted By tricky

(didn't mean for this to be gigantic. Size is not...

(didn't mean for this to be gigantic. Size is not for emphasis. :lol:)
...
01-12-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,469
Posted By tricky

Holy hell. NOS Deltas, 8 speed Campy cluster and...

Holy hell. NOS Deltas, 8 speed Campy cluster and Regina chains? Epic haul. The other stuff in great condition is a cherry on top.
01-06-23, 03:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,255
Posted By tricky

:love: ...

:love:

https://bmxmuseum.com/forsale/photo_12_copy64_lg.jpg
https://bmxmuseum.com/forsale/109264
...
01-06-23, 03:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,255
Posted By tricky

Whoa. Those components came in gold and blue? I...

Whoa. Those components came in gold and blue? I need to see pics of this.
12-31-22, 08:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,638
Posted By tricky

Definitely more pedestrian than alligator or...

Definitely more pedestrian than alligator or croc, but I saw that Newbaums started making padded tape....
12-16-22, 08:45 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,606
Posted By tricky

It's the elusive Titleist bicycle. Golf ball...

It's the elusive Titleist bicycle. Golf ball dimples for aero performance.

I honestly have no idea. Some of the experts here may know but if you strike out with this single pic then additional...
12-12-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,531
Posted By tricky

That's gotta be cool to see your work pop up...

That's gotta be cool to see your work pop up again like that. That fork crown looks really interesting! Doug Fattic do you remember what crown that was?
12-12-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 16,461
Posted By tricky

For the record, I don't have a problem with this....

For the record, I don't have a problem with this. It's a cool niche thing that sounds like he will be able to sell and make some kind of profit. I am thankful that the White Industries and Paul...
12-12-22, 05:04 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 16,461
Posted By tricky

Ok, I'll give you that the derailleur looks...

Ok, I'll give you that the derailleur looks pretty in a slightly brutalist industrial way but this toothed lock washer on the shifter looks like something that belongs on a Walmart Huffy. Jan, what...
12-05-22, 04:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,632
Posted By tricky

IMO, if the rust can be minimized, I think a...

IMO, if the rust can be minimized, I think a repaint would be worse than letting the rust bloom in the first place. Losing paint that was applied by the maker himself would be a sad thing. That said,...
12-05-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,314
Posted By tricky

Yeah, there was an issue with the @ tagging...

Yeah, there was an issue with the @ tagging functionality that was breaking threads. The admins resolved it.

I am sure you could find someone that would want that frame for a SS/Fixie. I have...
12-02-22, 08:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,666
Posted By tricky

Sheesh. Iconic bike. I bet if this was spring and...

Sheesh. Iconic bike. I bet if this was spring and not competing with folks' Christmas present budgets you would have sold this already. I am very tempted but I alas I cannot fit this in my apartment...
12-02-22, 07:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,632
Posted By tricky

Don't beat yourself up too much! This is now in...

Don't beat yourself up too much! This is now in the past. Rust and other imperfections are part of a bikes history. It's still in good hands since you have the means and the will to resolve the...
12-01-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,729
Posted By tricky

Never! You're a delight!

Never! You're a delight!
12-01-22, 11:31 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,729
Posted By tricky

Wider tires are fun and fast. Totally get why you...

Wider tires are fun and fast. Totally get why you would want to go that direction. And not sure if you've found it yet but the forum has an ignore feature for shouty folks like smd4 that want to...
11-30-22, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 447
Posted By tricky

Fixed! Was there something deployed yesterday...

Fixed! Was there something deployed yesterday that broke the @ mention function?

Edit: Sounds like we should expect some issues while updates are happening behind the scenes. cb400bill , any idea...
11-30-22, 11:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 386
Posted By tricky

Yup! All of these threads are working now.

Yup! All of these threads are working now.
11-29-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 754
Posted By tricky

Yes, great color! Agreeing with the...

Yes, great color!

Agreeing with the previous posters that it seems modified. Those two eyelets on the front dropout vary in design from each other. To be fair, I have seen bodgy looking braze-ons...
11-29-22, 07:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 925
Posted By tricky

Maybe with a driveside pic. :D

Maybe with a driveside pic. :D
11-29-22, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By tricky

I reported this same error in another thread in...

I reported this same error in another thread in this subforum and linked out to the offending threads. My comments can also be deleted if it would help.
11-28-22, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 386
Posted By tricky

Good intel. Just tested and it's happening in the...

Good intel. Just tested and it's happening in the Box O' Crap thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1246804-box-o-crap-series-nine-18.html) for me too. And seconding those props for the...
11-28-22, 02:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 386
Posted By tricky

Weird Error "Undefined Constant"

I posted to this thread https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1263988-free-can-get-expensive.html and now whenever I try to visit the thread I get the error below. Did I break bikeforums? :)
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11-28-22, 02:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,314
Posted By tricky

Cool Pug, Murray Missile Is the plan to build it...

Cool Pug, Murray Missile Is the plan to build it back up or are you stripping it for parts and moving along the frame?

There's a saying in the motorcycle world that the most expensive motorcycle...
11-28-22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,270
Posted By tricky

Update us on how it goes! We're all invested now....

Update us on how it goes! We're all invested now. haha

And post to this board if you ever need help sourcing a larger step-through frame. 26" might be hard but there's a lot of folks here that...
11-23-22, 05:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,270
Posted By tricky

Unnecessary. Keep it civil.

Unnecessary. Keep it civil.
11-23-22, 05:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,270
Posted By tricky

I think you are saying "action" to mean the feel...

I think you are saying "action" to mean the feel of the brake. I mostly agree with you that there is going to be a ceiling to how well the rear brake will feel. That cable routing is tortuous, but I...
11-10-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 7,789
Posted By tricky

Dealing with pet stuff? Rough. You definitely...

Dealing with pet stuff? Rough. You definitely need a drink. I am glad she's gonna be ok. I will say that if your bar serves mojitos in Moscow mule mugs then I think you should find a different bar. :D
11-09-22, 04:50 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 7,789
Posted By tricky

Counter point... Hand hammered items are still...

Counter point... Hand hammered items are still made and appreciated by folks.
Examples:
Tomii's USA made hand hammered bells that are always sold out despite their high cost:...
11-09-22, 12:51 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,887
Posted By tricky

Besides the XO and XOXO, some brands used 26"...

Besides the XO and XOXO, some brands used 26" wheels for their small frames. Rivendell Atlantis, Surly Long Haul Trucker, and the super expensive Rene Herse steel 80th anniversary bikes come to mind.
11-07-22, 07:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,347
Posted By tricky

Ha! Wahoo could slap a sticker on it and charge...

Ha! Wahoo could slap a sticker on it and charge $500.

Alleytom , glad you are up and at 'em. I hope you are ok in general and hope for a speedy recovery CANkletcat hopefully you are doing ok too
11-04-22, 05:59 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,965
Posted By tricky

Yes, I think his mystique and charm did a lot for...

Yes, I think his mystique and charm did a lot for him. He probably could have even gotten away with the wrong handlebar angle. :D
11-04-22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,965
Posted By tricky

His only "documented" biological kids were the...

His only "documented" biological kids were the ones had with his stepdaughter. :eek:

Edit: I got that wrong. He has one child with his stepdaughter and one with his stepson's wife. Sheesh. I just...
11-03-22, 03:00 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,965
Posted By tricky

I think these 1x conversions look so good! Sorry,...

I think these 1x conversions look so good! Sorry, not sorry Dylansbob. :D
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