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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,888
Views: 84,282
Posted By thorstein

mob rules

The picture in my head has them wielding pitchforks & other assorted lawn tools
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1,888
Views: 84,282
Posted By thorstein

The henchfolk should definitely be ordered to do...

The henchfolk should definitely be ordered to do laps in front of AMCO's garage on Huffy's hung with SunTour components or Colnagos hung with Huffy detritus. Either I think, would cause much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 509
Posted By thorstein

Such a cool looking frame! I really enjoy mine,...

Such a cool looking frame! I really enjoy mine, even if my steel rims make the ride a bit stiff.

Enjoy!
Forum: Fatbikes
04-03-23, 04:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,438
Posted By thorstein

No much to add, but I found a screaming deal on...

No much to add, but I found a screaming deal on some Jones loop bars, so I added those. Pedals are old Shimano pd-mx15 which are working great! The rest is stock.

I'm itching to get some SunTour...
Forum: Fatbikes
03-05-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 74,273
Posted By thorstein

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Forum: Fatbikes
02-27-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Ice
Views: 1,224
Posted By thorstein

Another thing to keep in mind with studs is that...

Another thing to keep in mind with studs is that if there is a light snow over ice, the studs may not be able to reach the ice through the snow & then you're really no better than non-studded tires....
Forum: Fatbikes
02-07-23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,438
Posted By thorstein

New Bike Day!

I guess I beat everyone to the punch! I only had time to pick it up, so tomorrow, Wednesday, will appropriately be first ride day.
Here it is: my stock 2022 Wednesday.
...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-03-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,874
Posted By thorstein

pulled the trigger

I've got a Wednesday on order & being built up now. A basic fitting is included, but I went with the medium. I'll start a new thread once I pick it up. Exciting!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 03:49 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 114,909
Posted By thorstein

FD replaced Mk-II

I finally got the Cyclone Mk-II installed & it works great - nice & smooth. I slight twitch has developed in my right eye, but I'm sure that will go away after a bit (or when I can find a gen 1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 114,909
Posted By thorstein

I think I recall his liking for it as well....

I think I recall his liking for it as well. Hopefully I can get over not having a matching FD, but I think I'll end up at least coordinating the Cyclone theme. The Mountech is slated to be mounted on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 114,909
Posted By thorstein

Your name isn't Drew by any chance? 😂

Your name isn't Drew by any chance? 😂
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-22, 11:53 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 2,752
Posted By thorstein

I usually have coffee before a ride and rarely...

I usually have coffee before a ride and rarely after. I don't often stop while on a ride, but I should probably plan better routes!

Coffee press is my go to. I'll give the Kalita pour over or moka...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,307
Posted By thorstein

I've had folding 1 1/4" Pasela PTs for the past...

I've had folding 1 1/4" Pasela PTs for the past 2-3 years and put 2,000+ miles on with no problems. The urban routes I ride have glass shards once in a while & other such hazards, but I've yet to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-22, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8,843
Views: 2,986,542
Posted By thorstein

Post a pick when it's in portage mode!

Post a pick when it's in portage mode!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,909
Posted By thorstein

I'd go with Maxxis DTH unless you plan to be...

I'd go with Maxxis DTH unless you plan to be riding in mud. I've done a bunch of single track & had no problem, but I'm not an agressive rider either.

They've been great pavement/gravel/trail...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-21, 07:42 PM
Replies: 1,160
Views: 365,004
Posted By thorstein

1984 Stumpjumper Sport

This came to me pretty much stock except for the saddle. I replaced the Mountech rd after the upper pulley seized on me (I did clean it up & get it working, but figured it was a ticking time bomb). I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,129
Posted By thorstein

screwed

I drilled & tapped the body for a 4mm bolt. It went pretty smoothly even if the bolt didn't end up completely square. I'm thinking I'll build up behind the bolt head with J B Weld - can't hurt &...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-21, 08:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,648
Posted By thorstein

I probably wouldn't do the whole oxalic treatment...

I probably wouldn't do the whole oxalic treatment myself. Instead, I'd knock off (wire wheel/brush, fine sand paper, etc.) any active or dust bubbling, then do a few coats of boiled linseed oil to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-21, 12:35 PM
Replies: 8,843
Views: 2,986,542
Posted By thorstein

Here are my two '84 Stumpjumper Sports: ...

Here are my two '84 Stumpjumper Sports:

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-21, 11:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,129
Posted By thorstein

Yeah, I figured they didn't use copper bearings,...

Yeah, I figured they didn't use copper bearings, but maybe that exploded cage chewed all the chrome plating off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-21, 05:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,129
Posted By thorstein

I think my reading skills were a little suspect....

I think my reading skills were a little suspect. Seems clear he was saying 1/4" is the correct size.

Odd about the cage being in there if it's not original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-21, 04:55 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,452
Posted By thorstein

Or the right one since you were successful.

Or the right one since you were successful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-21, 09:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,734
Posted By thorstein

newest version

I finally got around to making a proper quick release bracket. This is kind of a proof of concept & I haven't filed it down & painted it yet, but it works great! The skewer grips the bracket well.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,540
Posted By thorstein

Not the best pics, but here it is. Pretty sure...

Not the best pics, but here it is. Pretty sure it's an '84 Stump jumper that is all original (except, of course, the new RD).

Don't mind the background, mucky weather here in the midwest.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-21, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,540
Posted By thorstein

Very nice bike!

Very nice bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,503
Posted By thorstein

Finally got the rear derailer I was looking for: ...

Finally got the rear derailer I was looking for:

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Haven't had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,503
Posted By thorstein

I mainly cleaned it out so I could continue...

I mainly cleaned it out so I could continue riding while out of town, but it was cool to see the inside & how little it takes to stop the upper pulley.

I'd love to run a 3 pulley XC! Got an extra?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-20, 09:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,980
Posted By thorstein

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Here's my '75 Raleigh Tourist DL-1. I took the fenders off this spring...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-20, 05:33 PM
Replies: 8,843
Views: 2,986,542
Posted By thorstein

I'm on my second year using the same 2.15" DTH...

I'm on my second year using the same 2.15" DTH tires on my '84 Stumpjumper, & I agree, they're great. I've done road, gravel, & single-track with no complaints....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-20, 08:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,043
Posted By thorstein

I like the green with my green Voyageur. I've got...

I like the green with my green Voyageur. I've got the Low Saddle long flap.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-20, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,810
Posted By thorstein

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Pad should be mounted as in the pic. That way it is pushed up against the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 27,622
Views: 4,298,656
Posted By thorstein

Oh, it does! I don't think I've ever wished I'd...

Oh, it does! I don't think I've ever wished I'd taken a different bike when I'm out on it. Although I have wished I'd taken it instead of the bike I was on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 27,622
Views: 4,298,656
Posted By thorstein

Here is a picture showing how the brake shoe...

Here is a picture showing how the brake shoe holder is leading the stirrup:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-20, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27,622
Views: 4,298,656
Posted By thorstein

Speaking of Tourists beckoning, I put mine...

Speaking of Tourists beckoning, I put mine together in "scorcher mode" as I've been treating the fenders & chain guard to remove rust & preserve the patina.

I got in a nice 20 mile spin, beautiful...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8,843
Views: 2,986,542
Posted By thorstein

I love that color scheme & where the white...

I love that color scheme & where the white accents are located - great looking bike. I have a pair of Smokes too, but I wish the gumwall were a little larger.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,237
Posted By thorstein

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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1969 Raleigh Twenty from my ride today.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,077
Posted By thorstein

Thanks! I got some inspiration from others around...

Thanks! I got some inspiration from others around here. The racks are both vintage Blackburn that have Jim Blackburn stamped on them. The bar tape is just shellacked yellow cotton. The cages are VO...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-11-20, 08:12 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,322
Posted By thorstein

I don't get too rad out on the trails, but I've...

I don't get too rad out on the trails, but I've been quite happy the last few years on my '84 Stumpjumper. I've mostly used it on beginner & nearby forest trails, but looking forward to tackling more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8,843
Views: 2,986,542
Posted By thorstein

What handlebars are these? I've got a Nitto...

What handlebars are these? I've got a Nitto slingshot stem & I'm looking to do something similar for my '84 Stumpjumper.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-19, 09:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,482
Posted By thorstein

Here's my '84 Stumpjumper Sport. I'd like to see...

Here's my '84 Stumpjumper Sport. I'd like to see how Bosco Bullmoose bars would be on this bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-19, 08:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,734
Posted By thorstein

Another solution for saddlebag

Here's my solution, it has worked well for 50+ miles and counting. I used two eye-bolts with neoprene washers between flat washers, secured with a lock washer. I didn't get a picture, but it sits...
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