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Forum: Western Canada
04-09-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Sweet! Perhaps you can link your pics to a...

Sweet! Perhaps you can link your pics to a hosting site like dropbox, etc?
Forum: Western Canada
01-19-23, 10:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

This 1980s Proctor-Townsend track bike just...

This 1980s Proctor-Townsend track bike just appeared on Pinkbike. Description states front 650c wheel and rear 700c. Frame not drilled for brakes. Has been on display in a bike shop for most of its...
Forum: Western Canada
01-19-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Reach out to Rich Schafenaker at Cycle-Logic...

Reach out to Rich Schafenaker at Cycle-Logic 780-433-1046, he sourced the decals for that restoration. Make sure to update this thread with any info 👍
Forum: Western Canada
01-16-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Nice find, looks original. Rick Young’s bike in...

Nice find, looks original. Rick Young’s bike in the previous photo was fully restored and I can imagine yours looking just as amazing. Decals might be a problem though. I’ll have to reach out to...
Forum: Western Canada
08-22-22, 12:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Proctor Museum at Cycle Logic

This week I finally visited Cycle Logic at 7805-109 St and met owner Rich Schafenacker. When discussing Proctor with Alex Ongaro, he mentioned this shop having a couple of interesting bikes on the...
Forum: Western Canada
08-22-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Great, thanks for sharing. Comparing with my...

Great, thanks for sharing. Comparing with my bike's serial number from 1986, yours must be later. The address on the order is a small shop on Edmonton's south side that now sells garage doors. I...
Forum: Introductions
05-17-22, 09:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

1984 Proctor Build Sheet

On the related thread (Any other Proctor owners out there? (https://www.bikeforums.net/western-canada/1076601-any-other-proctor-owners-out-there-2.html#post22507820)) dtbwwygfalayc posted a mention...
Forum: Western Canada
05-15-22, 06:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Nice bike, a real time capsule. Can you share...

Nice bike, a real time capsule. Can you share the serial number? GLWS
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-11-21, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,243
Posted By Bike Talk

Member List Hacked

Just received:

This is a message from Julia7859 at Bike Forums ( https://www.bikeforums.net/forum.php ). The Bike Forums owners cannot accept any responsibility for the contents of the email.
...
Forum: Western Canada
05-25-20, 09:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Nice ride! Love the High Country decal on your...

Nice ride! Love the High Country decal on your chain stay! Wild colour too. Bought new? Wondering what was the original gruppo...
Forum: Western Canada
03-08-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Check out this related thread for a couple of...

Check out this related thread for a couple of newspaper articles on Proctor frames from back in the day: https://www.bikeforums.net/introductions/1076600-hi-proctologist.html
Forum: Western Canada
03-08-20, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,405
Posted By Bike Talk

Took advantage of a free trial with...

Took advantage of a free trial with Newspapers.com to search out Jim Moulden frame builder and came across this article.

...
Forum: Introductions
03-08-20, 02:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Proctor newspaper article 1979

This article appears to be from the first year of Brad's frame production.

...
Forum: Introductions
03-08-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Had a brief FB chat with Alex Ongaro and he...

Had a brief FB chat with Alex Ongaro and he pointed me to a newspaper article published in 1984 which, thanks to a free trial on Newspapers.com is available. Confirms that both Alex Ongaro and Curt...
Forum: Western Canada
03-02-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Do you happen to have the serial number for this...

Do you happen to have the serial number for this frame?
Forum: Western Canada
03-02-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Very nice, Ugi, a real gem.

Very nice, Ugi, a real gem.
Forum: Introductions
02-17-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

I haven't been able to verify this claim re...

I haven't been able to verify this claim re Harnett, but have read at the website Maple Leaf Bikes that local Edmonton rider Alex Ongaro rode a Proctor frame at the 1984 Olympics. Alex was a member...
Forum: Western Canada
02-17-20, 08:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Would love to see some close-ups of the frame...

Would love to see some close-ups of the frame when you have a chance. What are your favourite elements of Stacy's build?
Forum: Western Canada
10-08-18, 12:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Glad to add your bikes to the Proctor archive :-)...

Glad to add your bikes to the Proctor archive :-) Do you have the serial numbers for both?

I share your experience about the quick steering angle. I swapped in a more relaxed carbon fork when...
Forum: Western Canada
10-08-18, 08:10 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

garryg, that is a great color :-) Looks like it...

garryg, that is a great color :-) Looks like it sees regular use too!
Forum: Western Canada
10-08-18, 08:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Sweet, looking forward to it. I wonder if Arvon...

Sweet, looking forward to it. I wonder if Arvon deserves his own thread? Edit: I take that back; the pool of Alberta builders is so small its probably best to keep them together!
Forum: Western Canada
09-24-18, 08:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Yes, please post of the Proctor as soon as you...

Yes, please post of the Proctor as soon as you can! I added a bunch of background on Brad Proctor in my intro thread here: Hi from a Proctologist...
Forum: Western Canada
08-19-18, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,405
Posted By Bike Talk

Mouldens spotted in the wild

Was in Jasper this past week and saw a pair of Moulden road bikes on a roof rack. Clearly used, clearly loved. I live just up the street from Hardcore Bikes on Whyte Ave in Edmonton, where Jim...
Forum: Introductions
04-16-18, 08:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Vintage Proctor literature from Brad's IG page

Vintage Proctor literature from Brad's IG page
Forum: Introductions
04-04-18, 06:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Brad also posted on IG some advertising...

Brad also posted on IG some advertising literature, describing their lineup. Again, here is the text:

Proctor Townsend Frames

History
In 1978 Proctor Townsend Frames was formed to meet the...
Forum: Introductions
04-04-18, 05:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Proctor Bicycles History

The man himself, Brad Proctor, has posted up some literature from back in the day on Instagram - search "trevorbradproctor".

I've taken the liberty of converting what is visible from the...
Forum: Western Canada
03-18-18, 07:51 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Hey, thanks for awakening this thread :thumb: I...

Hey, thanks for awakening this thread :thumb: I can update somewhat. Brad and I connected on FB and back in November he promised to write up something on the history of Proctor bikes. Keep tuned...
Forum: Western Canada
10-31-17, 09:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Nope, it just helps to date the frame. Brad...

Nope, it just helps to date the frame. Brad Proctor is a bit reclusive and hasn't followed-up on our FB conversation to document his history of his bikes.
Forum: Western Canada
10-29-17, 10:21 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

What is the serial number?

What is the serial number?
Forum: Western Canada
10-22-17, 08:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Yes, please post pictures, hopefully also some...

Yes, please post pictures, hopefully also some when it was all together. Nice to see this thread come back to life :thumb:
Forum: Western Canada
05-31-17, 11:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Still have the original sales receipt for this...

Still have the original sales receipt for this Edmonton builder. Originally set-up for road-racing, I've since converted for touring to keep with my pace ;)

Met a guy this week riding a Maranoni...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-16, 06:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

To close the loop, I did connect with Brad...

To close the loop, I did connect with Brad Proctor via FB and he ask what it was I wanted to know about his bikes. Somewhat excited, I fired off 10 questions. That was over three months ago but no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-16, 05:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

I've reached out to Brad via Facebook and hope he...

I've reached out to Brad via Facebook and hope he answers. It appears he's retired in Sechelt, BC, but still active in building MTB trails in the area. He had a bike shop called On The Edge which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-16, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Oops, your pictures aren't showing...

Oops, your pictures aren't showing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-16, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Here are my current vs original build specs,...

Here are my current vs original build specs, taking the bike from racing to touring configuration:


Fork: Kinesis Carbon Road. Original: Reynolds 531 chrome-plated steel fork stays.
...
Forum: Introductions
08-17-16, 08:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Cool, I see some similar parts. Mine was...

Cool, I see some similar parts. Mine was originally also equipped with Campy pedals and seatpost. Also looks like the same 3TTT handlebar (Grand Prix Tour de France?), but clincher rims and tires. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Sweet bike, although suffering from flaking...

Sweet bike, although suffering from flaking decals as well. An Aussie is offering repro decals on fleabay but they don't match the original font or design that well and are outrageously expensive to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Love what you did with yours! Actually my...

Love what you did with yours! Actually my tubeset is also 531c. Here are the pics requested, let me know if you'd like something more. I just live down the street from Hardcore Bicycles founded by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 01:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

IIRC, it was a Miyata Road Ace.

IIRC, it was a Miyata Road Ace.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Hmmm, don't see why not as the brifters control...

Hmmm, don't see why not as the brifters control indexing, not the derailleurs. Rear is DA 7400 with SIS-compatible narrow range Sante MF-5000 cassette 13/14/15/17/19/21/24. Front as you know is XTR...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 08:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,753
Posted By Bike Talk

Norco generally has a reputation here in Canada...

Norco generally has a reputation here in Canada as an entry-level bike because chain stores stock the cheap models and therefore many bike stores don't want to be associated with the name. In...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 07:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

Thanks man, its a real joy to ride. Too bad my...

Thanks man, its a real joy to ride. Too bad my wife won't let me store it in the livingroom :-(
Forum: Introductions
08-16-16, 07:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

That is a gorgeous bike! Are those the original...

That is a gorgeous bike! Are those the original Wolber rims?
Forum: Introductions
08-16-16, 07:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Original gruppo was Shimano 600 SIS except the...

Original gruppo was Shimano 600 SIS except the wheel hubs were upgraded to Dura Ace. It was slowly transformed with more DA over the years courtesy of fleabay. Even had the unusual DA barend...
Forum: Introductions
08-15-16, 05:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

LOL, good point :innocent:

LOL, good point :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-16, 03:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,381
Posted By Bike Talk

1986 Proctor

Greetings from Edmonton, Alberta. I'm pleased to share my Proctor road bike purchased here in Edmonton from the builder, Brad Proctor. Thirty years later, with a few changes to keep it relevant to...
Forum: Introductions
08-15-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Cool, I will visit over there :-)

Cool, I will visit over there :-)
Forum: Western Canada
08-15-16, 01:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,862
Posted By Bike Talk

Any other Proctor owners out there?

Mine is s/n #214, still here in Edmonton. Love to see and hear from other Proctor or Proctor-Townsend owners :love:
Forum: Introductions
08-15-16, 01:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,780
Posted By Bike Talk

Hi from a Proctologist

That is, I'm the original owner of a Proctor road bike made here in Edmonton, Alberta, back in 1986. I think my trade-in was a Miyata Road Ace.

It has been through a few re-inventions over the...
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