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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-22, 10:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 787
Posted By Brian44t

I am running Tektro R559 Long Reach Nutted brakes...

I am running Tektro R559 Long Reach Nutted brakes on my Raleigh Sports model and they work great.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

@thehammerdog...

@thehammerdog (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/thehammerdog-108100.html) - You are quoting the first post of a long thread. I have found, bought and sold my project. Someone wanted it more than me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-21, 12:55 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,240
Posted By Brian44t

Can you point me towards some of those aluminum brake calipers?

I had a set of those about 8 years ago but I sold them with my Raleigh Sprite 5 speed. My current project has the aluminum rims laced on that I bought way back then. Is there a current source for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-20, 01:57 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,295
Posted By Brian44t

I got a green Stingray for my birthday in 1971....

I got a green Stingray for my birthday in 1971. It had a larger front sprocket than my older brothers. I think my folks paid about $50 for it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-20, 11:15 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 222,879
Posted By Brian44t

I ...

I
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Bridgestone 450

I sold this over the summer.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-20-20, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,905
Posted By Brian44t

How much seat tube should show?

I have a couple of vintage Schwinn 10 speeds that would work for conversion to fixed gear. A 21” red 1984 World and a 19" 1978 Traveler III. Being not real tall I am used to dealing with top tubes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-20, 09:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,132
Posted By Brian44t

My 1984 Free Spirit 3 speed has a 25.8 mm seat...

My 1984 Free Spirit 3 speed has a 25.8 mm seat post.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,905
Posted By Brian44t

New Old Fixie

I recently acquired my first fixed gear bike and I am liking it. It is a an older, beat up, SE Draft Lite with flip flop hub. It is probably several sizes too big at 56 cm, the seat needs to be all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-23-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,382
Posted By Brian44t

Klean Kanteen - Awesome Stainless steel bottles. ...

Klean Kanteen - Awesome Stainless steel bottles.

https://www.kleankanteen.com/
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-19-20, 12:31 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,136
Posted By Brian44t

Belated Update. My streak of continuous days...

Belated Update.

My streak of continuous days has ended. I began on August 10th and my last day of minimum 10 miles daily was October 9th. The streak ended due to a trip in the car. I have ridden...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-20, 07:47 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

curbtender - I will try to get a pic of the brake...

curbtender - I will try to get a pic of the brake levers. I will like to replace them as they are shabby and where they clamp on to the bar is too wide and takes up space my shifter needs.

The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-20, 07:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

I have the cantilever brakes working slightly...

I have the cantilever brakes working slightly better but they are still under performing with the Cool Stop pads. Is this style of brake just not as good as the modern style rim brakes?

It seems...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-20, 07:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

Not sure what you mean by that? I have several...

Not sure what you mean by that? I have several other bikes that are 3x but it is not necessary for what I intend this bike for and it seems to me simple is best.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-20, 07:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

Project Update - I got the 850 setup close to how...

Project Update - I got the 850 setup close to how I want it with the new tires, chain and handle bars. I removed the front derailleur and kept the 48 tooth sprocket - I am now wondering if 38 would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-20, 04:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

Update: I got a nice deal on some Schwalbe Land...

Update: I got a nice deal on some Schwalbe Land Cruiser Tires in 26 x 1.75 from my LBS.

I have cleaned up this old Trek. It looks like it was a college bike at one time and sat outside so I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-20, 02:17 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,136
Posted By Brian44t

I believe I have completed 30 days and intend to...

I believe I have completed 30 days and intend to keep going as long as possible as I am really liking it! This morning was 34 degrees with heavy fog but I still got 8.36 miles in before work and an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-20, 08:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

I was unable to get a response from most of the...

I was unable to get a response from most of the CL ads I responded to. I did pick up a very rough Trek 850 Antelope for $30. It should serve as the project I am looking for but I will still keep my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

I sold one of my bikes this morning so there is...

I sold one of my bikes this morning so there is room for a project bike. I planning to spend well less than 100 if possible.

I appreciate all the input so far!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-20, 08:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

Thanks for the great input! Would be possible...

Thanks for the great input! Would be possible for a Moderator to move this thread to the C&V Forum to avoid duplication?

I am looking for a smaller frame bike, usually not the smallest but one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,423
Posted By Brian44t

Which Vintage MTB should I look for?

Hi, thanks in advance for your advice. I am looking to find a very inexpensive older mountain bike as a project. I am looking for one with no suspension, lightweight but strong. simple and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-01-20, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 982,987
Posted By Brian44t

New Bike Day! Yesterday actually. I bought a 2021...

New Bike Day! Yesterday actually. I bought a 2021 Trek Dual Sport 2 in Gun Metal color. I bought this to use as my new daily rider fitness bike. The riding I am doing is mostly on paved trails that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-20, 06:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 787
Posted By Brian44t

I use these on my Raleigh 3 speed and other...

I use these on my Raleigh 3 speed and other wheels that use 26 x 1 3/8 tires. I think they may be called 37-590 as well. Some Walmart's have them for 4.98 and I stock up when I find them and had good...
Forum: Introductions
08-29-20, 08:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 499
Posted By Brian44t

Thanks for the Welcomes! Can't find a "Like"...

Thanks for the Welcomes! Can't find a "Like" button on this Forum...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-20, 07:55 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,136
Posted By Brian44t

Hi - New member. I have been biking 10 or more...

Hi - New member. I have been biking 10 or more miles a day since August 10 and seeing some positive results.

Brian
Forum: Introductions
08-24-20, 07:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 499
Posted By Brian44t

New Old Member from MN

Howdy! My name is Brian, I am 56 and live in the north suburbs of Minneapolis, MN. I enjoy reading and learning on this forum.

I currently have 5 bikes:

1972 Raleigh Sports 3 speed
1986...
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