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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,130,330
Posted By beech333

It looks like the modifications were classy. ...

It looks like the modifications were classy. Nice build. I look forward to seeing it get listed, and I am disappointed it didn't fit you. . .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 10,505
Posted By beech333

Dang. I spotted that yesterday, and here it is...

Dang. I spotted that yesterday, and here it is again. I have no need for it, though I am curious how it rides. Maybe if the price comes down a bit, I might investigate it. I managed to hold off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 349
Posted By beech333

I've tried this three times, but never had luck...

I've tried this three times, but never had luck with it. It always ends up springing back out on me. I've then tried using some sort of pliers to hold the tabs closer, but that failed too. I guess...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 349
Posted By beech333

Yeah, I tried that. I did some digging...

Yeah, I tried that.

I did some digging around and also found out that some came with some sort of plastic insert to presumably protect the frame. I imagine those being even worse. So far, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 349
Posted By beech333

How to mount TA bottle cage

This question is for those who worked in bike shops back in the day. What is the trick to mounting a TA bottle cage while using the original bolt? Do I just need to apply a more liberal use of foul...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,913
Posted By beech333

A "who" might help. Sorry, but that is all I can...

A "who" might help. Sorry, but that is all I can offer. I've never had much of an eye to recall small details from various builders.

Maybe it is "whom". I was never very good in English class...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-19-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 739
Posted By beech333

Where are you located? I have a fairly small...

Where are you located? I have a fairly small Cannondale touring bike that hasn't been used since I loaned it to an intern student a few years ago. I bought it for my 5' wife, but she won't ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7,820
Views: 927,789
Posted By beech333

I bought this on my birthday last year, just...

I bought this on my birthday last year, just because it was at a price I could not pass up, and I was curious to try a SC. Purists are likely to hate the build, but I am using what I have, vs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,028
Posted By beech333

Still have it, and no plans for it to go...

Still have it, and no plans for it to go anywhere. The only negative things I can say about it are that I wish it were just a bit bigger, and that saddle was awful, but it matches so well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,028
Posted By beech333

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1...

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1 Fuji Newest, 1 Professional Super Record, 1 CP Titanium, 1 Titanium with Century Record.

Don't forget that there are also the very nice Rivendells...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,020
Posted By beech333

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It...

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It looks great.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-03-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,654
Posted By beech333

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that...

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that many here are, but I always assumed it was due to extra reinforcement needed for their stays.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By beech333

It is a great color, and an interesting build. ...

It is a great color, and an interesting build. I thought I had settled on the color for a French campeur build for the spring, but this has me re-evaluating that decision.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 505
Posted By beech333

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see...

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see photos for it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-05-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,017
Posted By beech333

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not...

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not a 24" frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,139,349
Posted By beech333

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is...

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is certainly fair. That is in the ballpark for what I paid for mine earlier this year. If it were a few cm larger, I would be reaching out to see if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 09:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,355
Posted By beech333

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but...

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but the B is by far the prettier of the two. I just cannot get into the sloping fork crowns.

PS. If you host another spring ride, I will do my best to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,276
Posted By beech333

Well, given the context, I can understand why you...

Well, given the context, I can understand why you thought I was referring to the modern components. I was more curious about the crankset and brakes.

Cool bike. Someone should be happy, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,276
Posted By beech333

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving...

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving up after work tomorrow. What are the parts on it? Did the rear get spread to 130?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 03:40 AM
Replies: 28
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Views: 1,695
Posted By beech333

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires...

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires for a couple bikes that were in need.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-28-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 211
Posted By beech333

I'd like these, if they are still available.

I'd like these, if they are still available.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 04:13 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,641
Posted By beech333

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a...

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a garage sale as a kid.
1975 Fuji Professional: My lovely wife bought this for me about a decade ago, as my first high end bike.
Rivendell Saluki: my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,072
Posted By beech333

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I...

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I really like the Natchez, because it smooths out road chatter so well. I imagine it would be a poor choice for a wannabe racer though. Most would likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,385
Posted By beech333

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and...

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and width of the slots. If you measure the diameter, please be clear in how you measure it(od vs id). I have a batch of freewheels I bought several years...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-10-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,397
Posted By beech333

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or...

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or Peoria?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-23, 05:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,660
Posted By beech333

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size...

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size headclip a few years ago, because I did not know they came in more than one size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,040
Posted By beech333

One of these years, I need to make it to this...

One of these years, I need to make it to this ride, especially since it is looking more likely that we will be moving back to the Peoria area.

Sadly, I was in the area yesterday, but far too late....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,040
Posted By beech333

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,040
Posted By beech333

You may want to double check that the bridge is...

You may want to double check that the bridge is open in Henry. I thought it has been closed for some time, though I cannot say if it opened in the last few weeks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 791
Posted By beech333

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was...

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was beautiful. It is too bad that the TOMRV came to an end. I heard they had trouble getting people to host/organize it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 709
Posted By beech333

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a...

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a small donation, via the link at the bottom of the site. Thanks for your hard work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8,792
Views: 1,105,534
Posted By beech333

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine...

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine other people trying to be helpful. I've not had a stem fail on me, but I did fail to properly tighten my handlebar bolt once. It made for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8,792
Views: 1,105,534
Posted By beech333

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is...

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is extra heavy, but can get me just a little bit of height on a bike that is borderline too small. I cannot wait until people start telling me my stem isn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8,792
Views: 1,105,534
Posted By beech333

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix...

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix between a steel Cinelli stem and a Nitto Technomic.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,409
Posted By beech333

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I...

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I wasn't changing the tubes. I just started choosing other bikes, to be able to get a ride in, because I resented the Opus.

The bike that replaced...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,409
Posted By beech333

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead...

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead to me.

Fuji Opus III: The frame was beautiful, but it felt cursed. I never had so many flats as on that bike, and I never had issues with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 17,890
Posted By beech333

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a...

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a 1950's(?) DeRosa to me that sold for surprisingly low not all that long ago. I cannot seem to find the auction anymore. :(
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,226
Posted By beech333

I have far worse looking bikes that ride...

I have far worse looking bikes that ride regularly, or at least as regularly as I can get. I'd inspect it closely to ensure nothing looks like it is likely to fail, but I'd imagine riding those with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-31-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 753
Posted By beech333

steerer length on the fork?

steerer length on the fork?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-25-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,101
Posted By beech333

My size, but I am picking up something else to...

My size, but I am picking up something else to pedal this weekend.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-24-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,377
Posted By beech333

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really...

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really loving the 50's bikes lately.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-19-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,452
Posted By beech333

This may be a good start. ...

This may be a good start.
https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=CD854301-80C2-426E-A179-104B0A39A25B&Enum=102&AbsPos=0
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,377
Posted By beech333

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french...

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french fit. I have always been sized to 58cm frames when shopping for new bikes, but I have found that I prefer 60-61cm(c-t) sizes. Going up to 62 is just...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,377
Posted By beech333

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince...

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince myself that this is 1cm too big.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,614
Posted By beech333

There is no chance of a repaint while in my...

There is no chance of a repaint while in my ownership, unless something terrible happens. I don't mind a healthy patina.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,614
Posted By beech333

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve...

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve Whitlach's old Criterium.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/971x633/criterium_0e2f676e59b53f3de15984d6a9ed0e0f8103ef75.png
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By beech333

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all,...

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all, but as I get older, I'm not nearly as comfortable on them. The 1950's and early 60's seem to be the sweet spot of comfort and reasonable shifting. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By beech333

Talking Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will...

Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will likely be $$$, given my experience in the past. It would be joining a French heavy stable from that era.

Criterium...
Forum: For Sale
06-25-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By beech333

I sent a message in the other posting, but I am...

I sent a message in the other posting, but I am interested.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By beech333

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is...

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is still available.
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