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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 393
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes,...

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes, there are some solid dudes on this forum, and Dave is right up there w/ the best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer...

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer mechanic for a kid's bicycle program?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

What I have found is if you have something that...

What I have found is if you have something that becomes a priority moreso than the bikes or said acquisition of bikes, it becomes easy to shed the accumulation. For example, one of my favorite...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're...

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're already injured from hurling a Huffy frame:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,161
Posted By AdventureManCO

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!? That is...

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!?

That is low, even for me. Unless they are to be used appropriately, like for the garbage, or a Paramount. You have Paramounts.

Jus sayin'
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this...

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this question, but each time something happened with the browser, the internet connection, etc.

I don't know the current weight, as the bike is in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

And don't forget, according to iab it will also...

And don't forget, according to iab it will also help you feel better about your own life and circumstances. You know, sort of a daily mental self care routine:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew...

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew showing up at your door:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,226
Posted By AdventureManCO

What a fun thread. What is that rusty frame...

What a fun thread.

What is that rusty frame tubing made from? The thinner the tubing (typically, the higher the quality), the more compromised a frame can get from corrosion. One of the benefits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

*blink twice if complying under duress*

*blink twice if complying under duress*
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 266
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you...

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you as you ride it more, to help direct you with a path of upgrades. If it is the same Crosscut I am thinking it is, it is part of a class of bicycles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,594
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? I...

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? I see no provisions for a crane:D

EDIT: Seeing the photo up close now, it looks like a Paramount. And here I thought it was a Continental or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,594
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not all heroes wear capes.

Not all heroes wear capes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 591
Posted By AdventureManCO

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original...

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original Imron paint these came with is desirable, therefore if you can 'polish' off the silver at the ends, and use touch up paint, that's what I would try, to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle...

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle in the garage. First time in a long time!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even...

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even able to happen. It would be impossible for this project to be as pointless and offensive as it has been if it wasn't for heroes like you and many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a...

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a bike going into the hands of someone who is ecstatic about it, isn't it? Very well done!


I'm re-evaluating my space in the garage yet again. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,252
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wishing you only the best in your healing and...

Wishing you only the best in your healing and continued improvement in range of motion and flexibilty. Keep at it. You WILL get it back!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 816
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail me, except to say that I'm grateful that this community provided joy to him and I will promise to do what I can to be what he appreciated about this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-11-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,169
Posted By AdventureManCO

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the...

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the Springfield side of things if I go.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 171
Posted By AdventureManCO

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. ...

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. Eagerly looking forward to what you come up with it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than...

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than the sheer fact that all of these can easily qualify as wall art, and hence another barrier for selling. Good job.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was...

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was a collective ‘oh no’ upon seeing this thread back in the front page, I’m sure. Sure warms my heart though:love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture...

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture would come in handy!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,169
Posted By AdventureManCO

Justamy Which part of MO are you located...

Justamy

Which part of MO are you located near? I ask because I *might* be taking a trip there for something a little unrelated (still two wheels though) in the upcoming weeks, and it got me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 105,026
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from...

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from the bowels of the C&V sewers to end up on the front page again:lol:


Thanks for reading through (some or all of) the thread and I apologize if it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 431
Posted By AdventureManCO

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head...

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head tubes being REALLY big. If it fits, rock it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 601
Posted By AdventureManCO

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a...

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a little better), in this same size, and same rare (magenta?) color. Original Brooks saddle. Was $125 for weeks and weeks and it tempted me but decided...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-07-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 767
Posted By AdventureManCO

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to...

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to know!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 678
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow looks great. Looks ‘right’.

Wow looks great. Looks ‘right’.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By AdventureManCO

That’s not shame. I can show you shame lol ...

That’s not shame. I can show you shame lol





Really nice bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,666
Posted By AdventureManCO

I will agree with all these points, even the...

I will agree with all these points, even the Suntour comment, sadly. I’ve seen more than one busted cage return spring. The older XT and XTR stuff has to be the pinnacle of quality and function :...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 489
Posted By AdventureManCO

Patina is your friend.

Patina is your friend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not necessarily European, but thank you.

Not necessarily European, but thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:35 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,666
Posted By AdventureManCO

Usually yes...but there are exceptions. I...

Usually yes...but there are exceptions.

I think that mtbs went through a 'lightness' craze in the 90s, and some good stuff came out of that time. When I weighed my '96 Trek 990 (bare frame), it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,062
Posted By AdventureManCO

Unfortunately, Robbie is no longer with us on...

Unfortunately, Robbie is no longer with us on these forums. However, there are those who still are in contact with the godfather, that may be able to pass a message onto him.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-03-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 767
Posted By AdventureManCO

Remnants of a 531 decal? Looks like pretty tight...

Remnants of a 531 decal? Looks like pretty tight clearances (ala racing bike). The brazed on seatpost clamp says 'nicer' rather than 'cheaper' to me. I'd go look at it:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,666
Posted By AdventureManCO

I knew I got something wrong! Not Diamondback, I...

I knew I got something wrong! Not Diamondback, I meant Giant. Yes, the ATX bikes are solid!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,666
Posted By AdventureManCO

At the higher end are going to be your Fat Chance...

At the higher end are going to be your Fat Chance / fillet brazed Ritcheys, as well as custom made and low-numbered esoteric brands. Then the Trek 9xx, Schwinn Paramountains High Sierras and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,001
Posted By AdventureManCO

The dropouts on the Nishiki are very nicely...

The dropouts on the Nishiki are very nicely brazed and filed!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,594
Posted By AdventureManCO

Do you have a spouse most important question

Do you have a spouse most important question
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 872
Posted By AdventureManCO

Excellence.

Excellence.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 383
Posted By AdventureManCO

Great looking bike and awesome weight savings. ...

Great looking bike and awesome weight savings. Double win!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,844
Posted By AdventureManCO

Part of the reason it's so fun is because nobody...

Part of the reason it's so fun is because nobody ever expects it.



But back to much, much better bikes...:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 233
Posted By AdventureManCO

Nice mention of JohnDThompson :thumb:

Nice mention of JohnDThompson :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,844
Posted By AdventureManCO

Great bike, and a better friend.

Great bike, and a better friend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,844
Posted By AdventureManCO

+1

+1
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

Say wha********** What happened? I've only...

Say wha**********

What happened? I've only got one of these, 1 1/8" threadless, and I recently put it on the Trek 950 (in this thread). Is the issue that the press fit OD of the cups too much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,965
Posted By AdventureManCO

What size do you usually ride? I've got a...

What size do you usually ride? I've got a smaller MultiTrack, and I think you are on the right track, thinking about top tube length (aka stem fit) over seat tube length. Bike looks great. If you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,379
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, it turned out to be a good weekend thus...

Well, it turned out to be a good weekend thus far.

I powered through and got the Midget build to where I had a vision for it. The Midget is now officially my sons. He started expressing interest...
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