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10-05-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,900
Posted By ramones71

Great bike! I just scored a 1985 Sierra, one step...

Great bike! I just scored a 1985 Sierra, one step down from yours in components but still a full chromoly frame/fork. As this will be my first Minnesota winter, I’m thinking studded tires, fenders,...
07-23-22, 02:52 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,668
Posted By ramones71

Completed an 11 mile townie ride this morning to...

Completed an 11 mile townie ride this morning to get me over my goal mileage with a total of 100.24 miles. This bike was an awesome score, and 100 miles later, I have to choose some long term goals...
07-22-22, 10:35 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,668
Posted By ramones71

35 miles today on the Serotta. No issues at all....

35 miles today on the Serotta. No issues at all. The tires on this bike are making me re-think my tire consumption. The old Contis are hanging in there....
07-20-22, 03:12 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,668
Posted By ramones71

Ride #2 in the books: 20 miles, bringing my total...

Ride #2 in the books: 20 miles, bringing my total up to 54 miles. A windy, lazy, uneventful ride. Bike is holding up perfectly, shifting is a little wonky, even with cable adjustment, probably due to...
07-18-22, 01:37 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,668
Posted By ramones71

Long story short, I acquired my klunker, a 1983...

Long story short, I acquired my klunker, a 1983 Serotta Club Special, one month ago for the sum of $60. I then immediately moved out of state, from Kentucky to Minnesota. Last week I was reunited...
06-08-22, 11:38 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,668
Posted By ramones71

I was not planning on buying another bike, or...

I was not planning on buying another bike, or joining this challenge, until I was looking at offerup the other day and spotted this Serotta. After I noticed that it had already been on the site for 2...
06-06-22, 10:58 AM
Replies: 83,040
Views: 14,034,727
Posted By ramones71

Last week I cursed for parts of three days while...

Last week I cursed for parts of three days while I boxed up 12 bikes for a pending move to Rochester, MN. This week I am saying: "oooh, look at all of the bikes in Minnesota!" It's a sickness!
01-21-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 987
Posted By ramones71

I created a thread a few years ago for my Superbe...

I created a thread a few years ago for my Superbe entitled “1981? Raleigh Superbe” (sorry I didn’t know how to link it) I posted quite a few pics of the Reynolds stickers and lugwork, as well as the...
07-03-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 778
Posted By ramones71

What a beauty. Enjoy!

What a beauty. Enjoy!
03-07-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,781
Posted By ramones71

Good Lord. I believe this dude is what is known...

Good Lord. I believe this dude is what is known in the Queen's English as a pillock. What happened to Jon?
02-10-21, 07:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By ramones71

Welcome to town! I live in Lexington. Broke Spoke...

Welcome to town! I live in Lexington. Broke Spoke has suspended operations during the pandemic. I will pm you with some more info on the scene in the next day or so.
11-25-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 83,040
Views: 14,034,727
Posted By ramones71

15 dollar stumpy in Cincinnati ...

15 dollar stumpy in Cincinnati
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10-10-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1,242
Views: 128,765
Posted By ramones71

Thanks to ryansu for a great transaction. Super...

Thanks to ryansu for a great transaction. Super fast communication and shipping, and he generously threw in some extra bits.
09-30-20, 08:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 494
Posted By ramones71

pm sent

pm sent
09-15-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,459
Posted By ramones71

Great bike, and it’s cool that you want to fix it...

Great bike, and it’s cool that you want to fix it up. My own ‘82 Superbe was missing all but the Reynolds decals. Your pics are the first ones I have seen that give a good view of all of the original...
08-25-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 13,497
Posted By ramones71

Biopace chainrings. They were standard equipment...

Biopace chainrings. They were standard equipment on both of my late 80s Schwinns and I love everything about both of those bikes.

Campy branded dork-disk on my all-original Raleigh Competition...
04-20-20, 04:34 AM
Replies: 1,242
Views: 128,765
Posted By ramones71

I would like to thank Bikerider007 for a great...

I would like to thank Bikerider007 for a great transaction. Item was carefully wrapped and immediately shipped. Thanks again!
04-13-20, 04:12 AM
04-10-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 21,633
Views: 3,029,607
Posted By ramones71

Quick townie ride on a cool day to try to find a...

Quick townie ride on a cool day to try to find a momma fox and five kits that have been spotted behind my girlfriend's office. No luck. Will try again at first light!...
Replies: 4
Views: 832
Posted By ramones71

Thank you Bianchigirll but sadly, it appears I...

Thank you Bianchigirll but sadly, it appears I missed out on it. Probably for the best.
Replies: 4
Views: 832
Posted By ramones71

1975 Paramount Track Bike

Since I am failing miserably in my efforts to avoid bike shopping while home from work, I wanted to humbly request some expert opinions on the value of this bike. Looks like a June 74 serial #, but...
03-21-20, 11:48 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 12,469
Posted By ramones71

Holy moly this thread is awesome. All of these...

Holy moly this thread is awesome. All of these gorgeous tall bikes are making this 6'3 guy envious!
03-02-20, 04:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By ramones71

What is the crank length? Thanks

What is the crank length? Thanks
01-20-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,187
Posted By ramones71

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/750x1624/c5e457e2_df54_491d_b33c_b98beb9aa7ab_77453d2f32c161495d9907f8f951966438bd73f2.png
Problem solved
12-05-19, 09:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,532
Posted By ramones71

That’s a beauty, and in amazing condition!

That’s a beauty, and in amazing condition!
Replies: 16
Views: 1,531
Posted By ramones71

+1 on this. This is a quality frame, 105 is a...

+1 on this. This is a quality frame, 105 is a solid groupset but frame is worthy of anything you ever want to put on the bike. If you really want STI shifters, something like this would be bettter...
11-25-19, 12:18 PM
Replies: 83,040
Views: 14,034,727
Posted By ramones71

I’ve been eyeballing that one for weeks and it...

I’ve been eyeballing that one for weeks and it seems like a good deal but aesthetically that top tube just offends my soul!
Replies: 30
Views: 6,130
Posted By ramones71

Thanks for the input everyone! Maybe I will let...

Thanks for the input everyone! Maybe I will let it sit a while longer before I try to start getting the price down
Replies: 30
Views: 6,130
Posted By ramones71

Used, abused, and over-valued Colnago Super

So there's this...
https://knoxville.craigslist.org/bik/d/maynardville-vintage-italian-racing-bike/7018811740.html

I normally would not click on an ad like this but:
1. It's a Colnago, and I...
11-18-19, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,513
Posted By ramones71

Dang that’s a smoking deal! Wish it were my size....

Dang that’s a smoking deal! Wish it were my size. If someone has a decent parts bin, that can make a super-light winter training fixie.
Replies: 23
Views: 3,724
Posted By ramones71

Well done! You scored a quality bike for a fair...

Well done! You scored a quality bike for a fair price and all parts look to be original and in great condition. Tires, tubes, cables/housing, an overhaul of all bearings, and you're ready to ride!
10-26-19, 06:51 PM
Replies: 83,040
Views: 14,034,727
Posted By ramones71

oh man i need a facilitator!

oh man i need a facilitator!
10-16-19, 06:06 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 26,930
Posted By ramones71

Awesome find, and a beautiful machine! Glad it...

Awesome find, and a beautiful machine! Glad it was found by someone who appreciates it and will ride the heck out of it
10-11-19, 08:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By ramones71

Aw man, this ones gonna haunt me for a...

Aw man, this ones gonna haunt me for a while...beautiful ride
09-11-19, 06:12 PM
Replies: 1,242
Views: 128,765
Posted By ramones71

A belated thank you to shnibop for helping me out...

A belated thank you to shnibop for helping me out with a part I was looking for. Great communication and item was in great condition.
09-11-19, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1,242
Views: 128,765
Posted By ramones71

Thank you to marius.suiram for a great...

Thank you to marius.suiram for a great transaction. Item was in fantastic condition and packed meticulously!
09-07-19, 04:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 846
Posted By ramones71

pm sent

pm sent
09-02-19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,044
Posted By ramones71

Bilenky Cycle Works (http://www.bilenky.com)

Bilenky Cycle Works (http://www.bilenky.com)
08-31-19, 05:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,371
Posted By ramones71

Before you swap those shifters out, flush out the...

Before you swap those shifters out, flush out the insides with some wd40 and go in after it with some tri flow. Might bring them back to life
Forum: Introductions
08-18-19, 05:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,083
Posted By ramones71

Welcome! I am in central Kentucky so I guess we...

Welcome! I am in central Kentucky so I guess we are sort of neighbors! I need to get up to the Little Miami trail sometime soon. Check out the Classic and Vintage forum. There are many...
08-16-19, 11:25 AM
Replies: 83,040
Views: 14,034,727
Posted By ramones71

Ha! I liberated this one in May, haven't begun to...

Ha! I liberated this one in May, haven't begun to restore it yet, but Superbe levers are lying in wait, and Nitto bar and stem on the...
Replies: 5
Views: 830
Posted By ramones71

Need a nudge-Raleigh Competition GS

https://lexington.craigslist.org/bik/d/lexington-raleigh-competition-gs/6956974881.html

Going to see this bike today. It is 2 miles from my house. I absolutely do not need it--no empty hooks...
07-24-19, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,956
Posted By ramones71

Dang I’m down in Lexington and I would be up...

Dang I’m down in Lexington and I would be up there already if it was a 63. Great deal. Good luck!
07-20-19, 04:45 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,897
Posted By ramones71

That is a stunning machine! Wishing you many...

That is a stunning machine! Wishing you many years of happy and safe commuting!
06-30-19, 06:05 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 55,397
Posted By ramones71

Your taste in chairs is as impeccable as your...

Your taste in chairs is as impeccable as your taste in bikes!
06-29-19, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,008
Posted By ramones71

Great pics! That chaincase is cool.

Great pics! That chaincase is cool.
06-22-19, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By ramones71

Really looking forward to cleaning and setting it...

Really looking forward to cleaning and setting it up!
06-22-19, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By ramones71

Found some! Thanks for looking!

Found some! Thanks for looking!
06-22-19, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By ramones71

WTB: Suntour Superbe Brake Levers

Hi all, Looking for a set of original Superbe (not pro) brake levers. Not impressed with what is on ebay at the moment. PM is fine.
Thanks,
Chris

This machine needs to be restored to its former...
06-12-19, 09:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,014
Posted By ramones71

I have used those hoods on those same levers and...

I have used those hoods on those same levers and it is a perfect fit. You will be happy
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