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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 64
Posted By Catnap

I may be biased because 9 speed Ergos are my...

I may be biased because 9 speed Ergos are my favorite type of brifter, but no the downshifts are not particularly "hard". I find them to precise and easy to shift, while being comfortable in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 418
Posted By Catnap

I echo everyone else's kudos! Also, your...

I echo everyone else's kudos! Also, your photography is excellent. I need to try shooting more bikes against a black backdrop; i usually use gray or white but your Peugeot really pops in front of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By Catnap

i'll undoubtably annoy some folks with this...

i'll undoubtably annoy some folks with this statement, but in my experience, selling vintage bikes online usually involves "educating" boomers. many of the folks I've gotten in contact with on FB...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By Catnap

the large amount of inquiries followed by...

the large amount of inquiries followed by inaction is likely because it's the nature of this hobby. people are trying to source old components with scarce documentation or are unsure if the parts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,771
Posted By Catnap

Anchor is the domestic brand Bridgestone uses for...

Anchor is the domestic brand Bridgestone uses for their road & track bikes. Anchor NJS track bikes are lugged. For over 20 years they made the RNC-7 steel road bike, discontinuing production two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 562
Posted By Catnap

Robvolz did you ship the parts to the anodizing...

Robvolz did you ship the parts to the anodizing shop or bring them in person? What did they charge for the work?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By Catnap

that's an aggressive saddle-to-bar drop! looks...

that's an aggressive saddle-to-bar drop! looks like it's ready to go very fast.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By Catnap

Everyone has their own degree of patience for...

Everyone has their own degree of patience for navigating the BS that comes from selling online. Posting on Craigslist usually unleashes a torrent of scam emails in the first 24 hours, but I expect...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By Catnap

In many parts of the USA, Facebook Marketplace...

In many parts of the USA, Facebook Marketplace has overtaken Craigslist as the place for bicycles. Facebook has enthusiast groups for every type and flavor of vintage bike collectors (and all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,597
Posted By Catnap

I sell stuff on FB all the time but never use...

I sell stuff on FB all the time but never use their system, so I don’t get charged. They’ll probably close that loop hole at some point (sigh…)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,006
Posted By Catnap

shoota the DA aero levers' hoods do look a bit...

shoota the DA aero levers' hoods do look a bit more comfy that the STIs, but I'm not interested in going to DT shifters on this bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 577
Posted By Catnap

New Cycling magazine in Japan published an annual...

New Cycling magazine in Japan published an annual guide. I have the 1990 edition, and it does a fantastic job of covering all of the bespoke builders as well as the major manufacturers. Can be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,006
Posted By Catnap

surprising advice as I've ridden Noodles...

surprising advice as I've ridden Noodles exclusively for the past decade and haven't had the issues you're describing.

As I read through this thread, beyond fit issues, there seems to be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,006
Posted By Catnap

Perhaps I should put the bike in a stationary...

Perhaps I should put the bike in a stationary trainer and roll the bars up & down until I find the optimal position. I'm fairly certain the stem length is dialed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,006
Posted By Catnap

I installed the shifters using the standard...

I installed the shifters using the standard techniques - use a steel ruler clamped the bottom of the handlebars and then line up the bottoms of the levers with the ruler. Then use a level to ensure...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,006
Posted By Catnap

Help - Can't Get Comfortable with Dura Ace 7400

One of my most prized road bikes is a 3Rensho Katana with Modeulo lugs - detailed here in this blog post (https://djcatnap.com/3rensho-modeulo-katana-road/) and this thread...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-03-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By Catnap

That is so, so cool. I’m trying to think of a...

That is so, so cool. I’m trying to think of a bike I could put it on…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,861
Posted By Catnap

I’ve seen many vintage touring bikes described as...

I’ve seen many vintage touring bikes described as “camping car(s)” on Yahoo Japan auctions. I think it’s a generalized term for a touring bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,968
Posted By Catnap

Other than Fuji, Centurion and Miyata both...

Other than Fuji, Centurion and Miyata both imported high-end Japanese bikes into the USA. The coffee table book “Japanese Steel” that came out a few years ago does a great job of cataloging and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 825
Posted By Catnap

A tool called a "ball joint separator" or a "ball...

A tool called a "ball joint separator" or a "ball joint puller" is typically used to remove a crank from a square-taper bottom bracket when the puller threads have stripped out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 449
Posted By Catnap

I’m not in Japan but I check vintage bike...

I’m not in Japan but I check vintage bike auctions on Yahoo Japan and Mercari daily. From my observations, vintage French (Simplex, Cyclo, and Huret) and Italian (Campagnolo especially) seems to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Catnap

And the piece-de-resistance… a 3Rensho Cyclone...

And the piece-de-resistance… a 3Rensho Cyclone that was handmade by Yamaguchi for the 1978 New York Bike Show and equipped with a gold Suntour Superbe group. This was an epic project with a great...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Catnap

Here’s a 3Rensho Super Record Aero I restored a...

Here’s a 3Rensho Super Record Aero I restored a few years ago. Note the pantographed stem. Article here: https://djcatnap.com/restored-3rensho-super-record-aero/

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Catnap

Here’s a 3Rensho Litage, a “screwed and glued”...

Here’s a 3Rensho Litage, a “screwed and glued” aluminum bike made by Sakae Ringyo (SR) for 3Rensho. Article here: https://djcatnap.com/3rensho-litage-aluminum-complete-build/
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Catnap

This here’s a 3Rensho XR-7000 pursuit bike. More...

This here’s a 3Rensho XR-7000 pursuit bike. More photos, info, history here: https://djcatnap.com/3rensho-xr-7000-lo-pro-pursuit-funny-bike/

also for sale, PM if interested

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 576
Posted By Catnap

A couple shots of my Modeulo Katana. ...

A couple shots of my Modeulo Katana. Pantographed stem, seatpost, and crankset. Article on the restoration here, lots more photos & info: https://djcatnap.com/3rensho-modeulo-katana-road/

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 448
Posted By Catnap

These hoods also fit Suntour Superbe non-aero...

These hoods also fit Suntour Superbe non-aero levers quite well.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-21-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 661
Posted By Catnap

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_3541_52845c939105e9ed11e8e5d981680bd2c75466d7.jpeg

I’ve got most of what you’re looking for. A couple choices on the rear cable...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-20-24, 06:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Catnap

thanks but it sold already. It’s proving harder...

thanks but it sold already. It’s proving harder than expected to track this down.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 82,016
Posted By Catnap

I don’t believe so, but we may have met at the...

I don’t believe so, but we may have met at the Brooklyn bike jumble in the past
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-17-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Catnap

nice find! I saw those on eBay also but the...

nice find! I saw those on eBay also but the seller’s charging a lot less on Facebook
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 435
Views: 82,016
Posted By Catnap

a great group of folks and old friends of mine as...

a great group of folks and old friends of mine as well. It always makes me happy to see what they built and that it’s still going strong. Please give Josh my best next time you see him!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-17-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Catnap

Bump!

Bump!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-15-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By Catnap

130 bcd

130 bcd
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,494
Posted By Catnap

very cool gadget! i had no idea those existed.

very cool gadget! i had no idea those existed.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-14-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 618
Posted By Catnap

bump for some great DA stems. make an offer if...

bump for some great DA stems. make an offer if they are too pricey.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-14-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By Catnap

bump! I still have this. Price lowered!

bump! I still have this. Price lowered!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-12-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 782
Posted By Catnap

If anyone wants a free frame & fork plus other...

If anyone wants a free frame & fork plus other bits, I will pay $200 for the SSP group set off this bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-12-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By Catnap

WTB - Suntour Superbe or SSP Clincher 700c Wheelset

I recently snagged a Vogue road bike from Japan with a full Superbe / Superbe Pro groupset on it, minus wheels. I'm looking for a clincher 700c wheelset with Superbe hubs. Superbe Pro is preferred;...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 343
Posted By Catnap

wow! I can't remember the last time I saw a NOS...

wow! I can't remember the last time I saw a NOS set, especially a long-cage RD version.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 290
Posted By Catnap

FS - Zunow Track Frame & Fork 53cm

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1325/img_2992_bb372a7e2d2d2e3006853554cb4e027dd31601bb.jpg
FS - Zunow track frame & fork. Forum price: $950 (free shipping within the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,134
Posted By Catnap

Here’s some up close photos of the frame: ...

Here’s some up close photos of the frame:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_3058_aa6419365874f4610507fb028b6a73ee5afe58e1.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,651
Posted By Catnap

I track everything in spreadsheets, with periodic...

I track everything in spreadsheets, with periodic inventories. I log what I paid for stuff and the condition it's in. When I sell a component, I log what it sold for, the date, and where it sold. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,134
Posted By Catnap

Yes, it's all brazed metal, no bondo or...

Yes, it's all brazed metal, no bondo or fiberglass. I initially thought that there might have been a bondo layer that was stripped from this frame. Then I got my hands on NOS example of the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,134
Posted By Catnap

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1408/img_3363_7dedf3c37346f0ce7a12bd55b55587fd7c02c787.jpeg

here is the initial build I put together to check fit and mechanicals. I’m...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-26-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,079
Posted By Catnap

Alalucha I received your email and emailed you...

Alalucha I received your email and emailed you back. The hubs are 36 hole, and the seatpost is 26.8mm dia.

Edit - the email came back as "undeliverable". Please email me directly: skpearson at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 488
Posted By Catnap

I sold around $1500 worth of stuff; a modern...

I sold around $1500 worth of stuff; a modern carbon track bike frameset and a lot of vintage parts. I had the table with the 3Rensho pursuit bike and the Zunow track frame on it.

I bought some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 687
Posted By Catnap

Dia-Compe DC138 hand rests were typically paired...

Dia-Compe DC138 hand rests were typically paired with a set of Dia-Compe guidonnet-style brake levers for a more upright position on drop bars. I built up a cockpit in this style a decade ago but...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-20-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 266
Posted By Catnap

180mm Velobase has all the details:...

180mm

Velobase has all the details: https://www.velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=516C49DA-F8D4-40D6-B9F9-0CA63F6A1457&Enum=105&AbsPos=10
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-20-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 266
Posted By Catnap

I’ve got an Avocet fluted seatpost, silver, in...

I’ve got an Avocet fluted seatpost, silver, in 27.0. $20 plus shipping
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