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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 262
Posted By PhilFo

I've seen the Superbe decal on the downtube above...

I've seen the Superbe decal on the downtube above or below clamp-on shifters.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By PhilFo

I'm planning on building a set of wheels for my...

I'm planning on building a set of wheels for my red-headed-stepchild Welsh Witcomb using the Sturmey hubs.
Phil
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By PhilFo

The Sturmey Archer high flange 40 hole freewheel...

The Sturmey Archer high flange 40 hole freewheel hub is not quite identical, but would absolutely be correct for your build. They aren't uncommon and since they are Sturmey, they often get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,629
Posted By PhilFo

I think it was about 6 miles. I was riding my CX...

I think it was about 6 miles. I was riding my CX bike, went through a spare tube and three CO2 canisters over the course of the ride. I was at the very farthest northwest tip of Fairmount Park when...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-11-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By PhilFo

I've only read about Normandy hubs with 40 hole...

I've only read about Normandy hubs with 40 hole flanges, never seen one in person. I think I have a few sets worth of 36 hole hubs, one of them built and ridden as often as possible, but that bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

The verdict is in. A friend checked the Witcomb...

The verdict is in.
A friend checked the Witcomb group for me and Richard Sachs had confirmed last year that an exact duplicate of my "Witcomb" was one of the Welsh frames.
So, I have a bit of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,353
Posted By PhilFo

Digression: I miss riding almost year round in...

Digression: I miss riding almost year round in decent weather in New Mexico.
Regarding the do-dad, I really like the utility and size of my Pedro's Trixie tool. I have too many neat gadgets though....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,410
Posted By PhilFo

I was thinking of the A-D SLE as a solution. Glad...

I was thinking of the A-D SLE as a solution. Glad it finally found a new home!
Dave is awesome when it comes to working with you to find parts for arcane bike projects.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

Thanks for the links! The first listing is too...

Thanks for the links!
The first listing is too short.
I also have a Raleigh Competition fork like one ad but it doesn't allow for mudguards as it's a true 700c fork.
The seller with the 4 chrome...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 666
Posted By PhilFo

My old Vitus 979 came with a post and I used it...

My old Vitus 979 came with a post and I used it as a training bike and bragging bike (regarding it's light weight) when I was in college and riding with the Temple U team. I built that thing up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

I've scoured the Internet and the best...

I've scoured the Internet and the best rabbit-hole seems to be to start at the Classic Lightweights' site then go from there.
The serial number on the NDS rear dropout points to Carlton and Viking...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 252
Posted By PhilFo

I've used the extra "8th shift" click since 1995...

I've used the extra "8th shift" click since 1995 using XTII shifters. The only time it has failed is when the shifter is dirty or worn out. I have this setup now on my heavy duty Univega Alpina Uno.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-06-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1,249
Views: 129,815
Posted By PhilFo

Just received two fantastic Suntour freewheels...

Just received two fantastic Suntour freewheels from Kontact . Many thanks!
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,410
Posted By PhilFo

There's also cyclocross, which may be perfect in...

There's also cyclocross, which may be perfect in some respect, but tend to be quite aggressive in geometry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 281
Posted By PhilFo

What kind of hubs are they laced to? I'm thinking...

What kind of hubs are they laced to? I'm thinking Araya, but someone else will definitely chime in and offer a correct suggestion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,410
Posted By PhilFo

Yeah, even a good number of the steel MTBs from...

Yeah, even a good number of the steel MTBs from the late 80s-mid 90s are still considered pretty lightweight. The only thing that makes my Breezer heavier than as- stock are the Magura hydraulics and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 777
Posted By PhilFo

I am certain I've worked on one of those about...

I am certain I've worked on one of those about 9-10 years ago here in Philly. I remember it fit me and would have made a perfect bike for the city. I wonder if it's the same bike!?
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 973
Posted By PhilFo

I've never ridden one, but in the past I built up...

I've never ridden one, but in the past I built up a set of Constrictor Conloy tubulars on a pair of Racelite hubs for a customer.
On Sheldon Brown's site, you can find a link to Spocalc, which has a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,410
Posted By PhilFo

Haunt the for sale subforum and a few of the...

Haunt the for sale subforum and a few of the threads in which of few of us afflicted are giving away frame sets for the cost of shipping. You'll probably get a much better project bike from a member...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,410
Posted By PhilFo

Don't discount the Giant ATX line.

Don't discount the Giant ATX line.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,401
Posted By PhilFo

So shiny :eek:

So shiny :eek:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 966
Posted By PhilFo

You're killing me! Remember I said I had a set...

You're killing me!
Remember I said I had a set of unused Cyclone BB cups? I dug them out when the package arrived and it turns out they are Italian.
So now I have Italian cups and no frame...
I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-02-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 680
Posted By PhilFo

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/image1_jpeg_9724b9176685ad4feb63959680f2b60d0ebdc590.jpg
My early 90s Breezer Lightning XTR with a correct rigid fork (I received the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1,249
Views: 129,815
Posted By PhilFo

Recently purchased quite a few components from...

Recently purchased quite a few components from jdawginsc . Awesome experience! I have to applaud his patience while the path of this Witcomb build took a few turns.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,401
Posted By PhilFo

I'm dreaming of moving to Maine...

I'm dreaming of moving to Maine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,730
Posted By PhilFo

Weren't the Schwinn stems like those just GB...

Weren't the Schwinn stems like those just GB Normas?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 946
Posted By PhilFo

I use waxed cotton or waxed leather lace for...

I use waxed cotton or waxed leather lace for either book binding or sewing leather.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,124
Posted By PhilFo

^^^^^ this.

^^^^^ this.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-29-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 266
Posted By PhilFo

New ones. That's really it. Lately, I've been...

New ones. That's really it. Lately, I've been riding Christophes but I don't care about brand really, as long as the strap is in excellent condition and can hold more than my weight. Carry spares. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,825
Posted By PhilFo

:eek:

:eek:
Forum: Commuting
03-29-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 796
Posted By PhilFo

I keep work at the office.

I keep work at the office.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 256
Posted By PhilFo

Maybe this is a one-off hub stamped to celebrate...

Maybe this is a one-off hub stamped to celebrate the "Cat man" Peter Criss of KISS. Now to find the other three...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,730
Posted By PhilFo

Huret Jubilee rear derailleur. Campy Delta...

Huret Jubilee rear derailleur.
Campy Delta calipers.
Polished Stronglight and Nervar cranks.
Campy Gran Sport 3 arm steel cranks.
1st gen Suntour Superbe cranks.
Shiny large flange "continental"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 856
Posted By PhilFo

Oh dear.

Oh dear.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 753
Posted By PhilFo

The 1948-51 Clubman from Raleigh, Rudge and...

The 1948-51 Clubman from Raleigh, Rudge and Humber all have 1" seatposts and they are definitely not gas pipe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,401
Posted By PhilFo

Those self adjusting plastic bits can be removed...

Those self adjusting plastic bits can be removed from the lever, as there is a simple U shaped wire which holds them on. The wire is popped to the side, offending plastic part removed, wire unhooked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 793
Views: 94,868
Posted By PhilFo

Coffee. Lots of coffee. Phil

Coffee. Lots of coffee.

Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,540
Posted By PhilFo

I can happily send along a typewriter, still...

I can happily send along a typewriter, still camera or motion picture camera with all bike related equipment...

Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

While I can't figure out the provenance of the...

While I can't figure out the provenance of the frame, I'm still impressed by it. It's a good size for my next build, it's light, and it's bright turmeric, my favorite color. I have some rust to take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,117,074
Posted By PhilFo

Frejus in Paramus, NJ

Saw this earlier today:
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/bik/d/paramus-frejus-road-bike-needs-work/7730389916.html
I wish I could have gotten up to north Jersey to pick it up. I don't need another...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 371
Posted By PhilFo

Many 4 speed freewheels available out there.

Many 4 speed freewheels available out there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 279
Posted By PhilFo

My old early 80s Univega Alpina Uno uses a 26.2.

My old early 80s Univega Alpina Uno uses a 26.2.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

More obsessive internet sleuthing has me...

More obsessive internet sleuthing has me wondering if this is an early Witcomb from the end of the E.A. Boult era.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

Aside from the mudguard eyelets on the rear...

Aside from the mudguard eyelets on the rear dropouts, this looks like an early 60s Raleigh Lenton Grand Prix in early postwar orange livery. The head tube lugs look possibly modified from available...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 298
Posted By PhilFo

By going through the Asian Serial Number Guide...

By going through the Asian Serial Number Guide sticky thread and cross-referencing the serial numbers of both frames, you could find out the specific manufacturer. It took a bit of reading and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By PhilFo

Seeking Witcomb knowledge

I happened upon this frame (no fork) which just arrived and I'm trying to do some bike pathology.
You can see an album of the frame details here: Witcomb bicycle...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 485
Posted By PhilFo

Simon. Awesome guy.

Simon.
Awesome guy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,096
Posted By PhilFo

Make the Trek a fixie.

Make the Trek a fixie.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-20-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 671
Posted By PhilFo

If I'm riding a bike without a dynohub, I...

If I'm riding a bike without a dynohub, I personally use multiples; one on the bag, one on my belt or sweater scoop (pocket). If I'm on a bike that has built-in lighting, the rear light is high up on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,540
Posted By PhilFo

Last summer I gave away (not scrapped) my very...

Last summer I gave away (not scrapped) my very much loved 1972 Mercedes Benz 220D. I had owned the car only a week or so shy of ten years. Driven it across the continent ocean to ocean and border to...
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