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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-10, 09:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,263
Posted By gregam

Just ordered one for my wife, I got one for...

Just ordered one for my wife, I got one for myself year before last. My wife wanted one after she saw it, but missed the order cutoff date last year.

Thanks again for doing this.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-10, 05:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,628
Posted By gregam

OK, I have to chime in here, my wife bless her...

OK, I have to chime in here, my wife bless her sweet soul has a habit of blaming me for things she can't find. Case in point. The other evening she accused me of misplacing the cooking tongs, she was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-10, 03:51 PM
Replies: 345
Views: 25,849
Posted By gregam

6"2" 195 lbs. 60 yo.

6"2" 195 lbs. 60 yo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-10, 09:54 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,996
Posted By gregam

WTB: Mustache handlebars for a Peugeot PH19...

WTB: Mustache handlebars for a Peugeot PH19 Mixte. I got the bike for my wife, but she doesn't like the drop bars. The bike came with either drop or mustache bars. I need the handlebars, stem and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-22-09, 12:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,655
Posted By gregam

Sage advice, just had my left sholder repaired...

Sage advice, just had my left sholder repaired Nov. 11th, 90% tear and had a large bone spur removed at the same time. I just turned 60, I had been hoping that it would heal on its own, been...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-28-09, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 707
Posted By gregam

So much information missing. If they were...

So much information missing. If they were $1,000+ frames maybe, depending on location. Frame would probably have to be disasembled to fix. Cost would be quite high, so only practical on very...
Forum: Commuting
08-21-09, 02:03 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,654
Posted By gregam

I find the avatar's quite interesting, I think...

I find the avatar's quite interesting, I think they give a little clue as to the persons personality, which does reflect on how I might view the post. For a given post, I might find it hostile with...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 13,470
Posted By gregam

Why?? Why not! I think it's great. Sometimes...

Why?? Why not! I think it's great. Sometimes people are just too full of themselves. I get ragged on all of the time over my 30# '72 Schwinn Sports Tourer I ride. Comments change when I show I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-09, 02:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By gregam

+1

+1
Forum: Framebuilders
07-23-09, 09:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,657
Posted By gregam

I have heard that on a Boeing 747 the difference...

I have heard that on a Boeing 747 the difference in weight of the plane if all parts are painted to the min. paint thickness vs the max. paint thickness is about 4,000 lbs. So on your bike it would...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-10-09, 12:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 838
Posted By gregam

That has to be the best post I've read in quite...

That has to be the best post I've read in quite awhile.
Forum: Commuting
07-09-09, 11:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,563
Posted By gregam

+100, highly recommended.

+100, highly recommended.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-01-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 916
Posted By gregam

My wife and I were there, I wore my PLUS 50...

My wife and I were there, I wore my PLUS 50 jersey. We finished about 12:15. Yes, the goodies this year were kind of sparse. But it was a beautiful day for a ride.

Cheers,
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,043
Posted By gregam

:( Wouldn't you know it, my wife just told me...

:( Wouldn't you know it, my wife just told me that she now wants a 50+ jersey to match the one I got last year. So if there happens to be a Womens Large jersey out there please let me know. Might...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-10-09, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 916
Posted By gregam

My wife and I are planing to go. She will have...

My wife and I are planing to go. She will have her Peugeot Mixte and I will be riding my 71 Schwinn Sports Tourer. I had hoped to have my 69 Peugeot PX10 ready for the ride but it still needs paint.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,728
Posted By gregam

That all depends on what the frame is made of. I...

That all depends on what the frame is made of. I have added bottle cage mounts to steel frames by drilling a hole and inserting a RIV-NUT, it is large rivet that is threaded on the inside. The...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-14-09, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,033
Posted By gregam

Dropped in a few days ago, nice people, hope they...

Dropped in a few days ago, nice people, hope they do well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-08, 05:58 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,200
Posted By gregam

Hey Folks, don't forget about me. I'm game.

Hey Folks, don't forget about me. I'm game.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-08, 05:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,795
Posted By gregam

You are kidding, right. This is just a test to...

You are kidding, right. This is just a test to see how stupid we all are. I am 6'2" and currently weigh about 200# and have been riding a set of Phil Wood 32 hole Highflange hubs laced to Sun rims...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-08, 01:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,003
Posted By gregam

Yes, he put in the first bid and then a second,...

Yes, he put in the first bid and then a second, probably because he wanted to make sure that he was not out bid later.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

Looking for an AVA handlebar 44cm c-t-c for my...

Looking for an AVA handlebar 44cm c-t-c for my 1969 Peugeot PX10, just missed one on eBay. :cry:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-08, 11:41 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 7,461
Posted By gregam

Just require a 3 pair minimum order per person.

Just require a 3 pair minimum order per person.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-08, 10:26 PM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

From this forums definations; Clinchers,...

From this forums definations;

Clinchers, (what 95% of us use) are your standard hook and bead set-up where the tire actually "clinches" on to the rim hook from the tube pressing against it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-08, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

He swore that the rims had a hooked inside edge,...

He swore that the rims had a hooked inside edge, but they are as smooth as a baby's but. :notamused:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-08, 08:28 PM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

Yea, very funny, I guess you are not old enough...

Yea, very funny, I guess you are not old enough to remember rims before CLINCHERS. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-08, 07:26 PM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

I ask again, anybody have a pair of Rigida...

I ask again, anybody have a pair of Rigida CLINCHER Rims 27x 1-1/4. I was just sold a pair that were just plain old style rims. :mad: I now have 6 of them. :( If you aren't sure what clincher...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-08, 08:00 AM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

I may have a rear Normandy Luxe High Flange Comp...

I may have a rear Normandy Luxe High Flange Comp Hub. If I do it is without axles and cones. I have used Wheels Mfg. axles with great sucess. I could rebuild it for you. If you are interested send...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-08, 04:11 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 21,814
Posted By gregam

Always looking for more.

Always looking for more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-08, 10:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By gregam

http://www.bikepartsusa.com/bikeparts/category/rim...

http://www.bikepartsusa.com/bikeparts/category/rim-27_inch
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-08, 08:15 AM
Replies: 1,664
Views: 124,773
Posted By gregam

Help! I need a pair of Rigida Clincher Alloy 27 X...

Help! I need a pair of Rigida Clincher Alloy 27 X 1 1/4" rims.

I am restoring my wifes Peugeot PH19. It came with a set of mismatched hubs and rims. I have managed to put together a set of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-08, 08:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By gregam

I just bought a set of new Weinmann 27 x 1 1/4...

I just bought a set of new Weinmann 27 x 1 1/4 clincher rims from Bike Parts USA. $25 plus shiping for the pair. Let me know about the Rigida.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-08, 03:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,795
Posted By gregam

All bikes steel, 1957 Mercedes 190SL, 1974 Jensen...

All bikes steel, 1957 Mercedes 190SL, 1974 Jensen Healey, 1968 Jensen Interceptor FF
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-08, 03:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,523
Posted By gregam

It is a survival of the fitist thing, Usually...

It is a survival of the fitist thing, Usually done by young males under the age of 21. If they survive until then they usually get over it. Some never do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-08, 11:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By gregam

Sixty Fiver, YUP! Those be the ones. I just...

Sixty Fiver, YUP! Those be the ones. I just found a new 27X1 clincher to complete my set for my new Peugeot PX10E. And I have several Blue Lable 27 X 1 1/4" non clincher rims, but I really want a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-08, 11:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By gregam

Sir, I put the request on C&V because these...

Sir,

I put the request on C&V because these would be the people who would have 20 year old rims hanging from the rafters. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-08, 05:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,597
Posted By gregam

Wanted Rigida Rims

Help! I need a pair of Rigida Clincher Alloy 27 X 1 1/4" rims.

I am restoring my wifes Peugeot PH19. It came with a set of mismatched hubs and rims. I have managed to put together a set of...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-08, 09:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,295
Posted By gregam

+1 on the Schwalbe Marathon.

+1 on the Schwalbe Marathon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 7,627
Posted By gregam

You know you are in C&V When you spend...

You know you are in C&V

When you spend months trying to find a Rigida 27 x 1" double wall alloy clincher eyeleted rim to match the one you got with the bike (one was missing) instead of going out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-08, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 457,841
Posted By gregam

I have been watching them come and go on ebay for...

I have been watching them come and go on ebay for almost a year. Over that time I got a pretty good idea of what they went for in what condition. I've seen nicer but they went for a lot more. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-08, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 457,841
Posted By gregam

I don't know, I got it for quite a bit less than...

I don't know, I got it for quite a bit less than I was willing to pay. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-08, 10:06 PM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 457,841
Posted By gregam

Just won a 1970 Peugeot PX 10 type E :D ...

Just won a 1970 Peugeot PX 10 type E :D Ebay Item number: 230272537861

I will post pictures when it gets to it's new home. Looks as if it could use a good cleaning. I've been looking for...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-08, 12:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,204
Posted By gregam

Yea! Carring my 30 lb. Schwinn.

Yea! Carring my 30 lb. Schwinn.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-08, 02:31 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 7,461
Posted By gregam

Couldn't agree more about Weight Watchers, I am...

Couldn't agree more about Weight Watchers, I am down 60 lbs. I got the XL Club cut Jersey, it's a bit loose, I think maybe I should have gotten the Race cut. But no matter it's great.

Thanks...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-08, 10:01 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,664
Posted By gregam

I don't understand, To quote you "The recent...

I don't understand, To quote you "The recent tour, and my touring companion, taught me just how ill-suited I am to cycling. I don't like doing things I don't perform with at least basic competence." ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,764
Posted By gregam

:thumb::D My Jersey arrived today. Fits great,...

:thumb::D My Jersey arrived today. Fits great, picture to follow.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-08, 10:46 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,664
Posted By gregam

SCR*W your touring companion, Don't let anyone...

SCR*W your touring companion, Don't let anyone get you down, keep riding and some day drop their sorry a**. I've ridden with quite a few riders that are faster, in better shape and on better bikes,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-04-08, 10:12 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,604
Posted By gregam

The theory sounds about right, I just picked up a...

The theory sounds about right, I just picked up a beautiful 1982 Peugeot PH19 Mixte for $40 on CL two months ago. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-08, 03:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,149
Posted By gregam

We used to do it in the '70s, but again that was...

We used to do it in the '70s, but again that was before the better spokes and rims we have today. I always thought it looked sharp on a crow foot lacing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-01-08, 08:15 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,604
Posted By gregam

+1, I have been riding the same bike for...

+1,

I have been riding the same bike for 36 years, with unknown number of miles. And as old parts have worn out they have been replaced with what is available. I always try to use components...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-30-08, 02:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,534
Posted By gregam

That may have ben me, however I did see one other...

That may have ben me, however I did see one other rider with a REI Washington jersey.
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