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11-29-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 350
Posted By jdawginsc

Sooooo tempting...

Sooooo tempting...
11-28-23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 350
Posted By squirtdad

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bop/d/cupertino-5...

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bop/d/cupertino-58cm-gios-team-lite-steel/7690454857.html
11-27-23, 09:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 868
Posted By davester

Isn't a post like this in violation of the forum...

Isn't a post like this in violation of the forum TOS?
11-27-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 868
Posted By repechage

Zero and Time is running out for this year.

Zero and Time is running out for this year.
11-27-23, 01:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 297
Posted By Catnap

3Rensho Modeulo Katana Road Restoration

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I finished up this restoration recently, a spare-no-expense...
11-27-23, 08:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 350
Posted By repechage

Ready for a Gios

Ready for a Gios
11-26-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 985
Posted By Portlandjim

Handlebar bag rack finished today

I just finished making the handlebar bag rack for my 1978 Merz touring bike. I have been procrastinating on this task for a long time! I just need to send the parts out to get chrome plated. The rack...
11-26-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 279
Posted By jamesdak

Most of the time I'm using my old Canon 5D with a...

Most of the time I'm using my old Canon 5D with a manual focus Leica R 60//2.8 macro lens adapted to the EOS mount.. Challenging yesterday in the low light to hold steady on the healing new knee...
11-26-23, 07:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 279
Posted By JohnDThompson

The Aero Gran Compe calipers work as well as any...

The Aero Gran Compe calipers work as well as any other single-pivot side-pull caliper of the era. The issues they have are limited vertical adjustment of the pads (they use a cam mechanism rather...
11-25-23, 10:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 600
Posted By ThermionicScott

IIRC, rootboy was always up-front about his...

IIRC, rootboy was always up-front about his product being a reproduction of an older part. IMO, if someone goes to the effort to put something that people loved back into production, they deserve a...
11-25-23, 07:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 987
Posted By El Chaba

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11-25-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 192
Posted By Kilroy1988

On the Road Again - 1982 Pro-Miyata

Hello folks,

In February 2021 a friend of mine and recently retired schoolteacher gifted me his old Pro-Miyata, which he purchased brand new around 1982. You all got a chance to weigh in on that...
11-25-23, 06:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 987
Posted By mackgoo

14x22 ...

14x22

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Matched with a 54x46 in the front.
...
11-25-23, 06:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 279
Posted By jamesdak

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Superbe goodness...
11-25-23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 987
Posted By gearbasher

14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23 ...

14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23
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11-25-23, 12:00 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,380
Posted By Bad Lag

I'm really lusting after one of these. They are...

I'm really lusting after one of these. They are reproductions of board track racers from way back when (1920' and 1930's). So, they are very C&V.

...
11-24-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 853
Posted By seedsbelize2

A confession, of sorts

I've had this Brooks Pro, with large copper rivets, for ten years if I've had it a day. I have tried several times to break it in and get comfortable on it. I have tried twice to sell it or trade it....
11-24-23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 291
Posted By merziac

PSA Boulder Bicycle is back!

With Mike at the helm again. ;)

https://boulderbicycle.bike/aaa-holiday-2023-arrivals-markdowns-sale/
11-23-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8,269
Views: 2,999,936
Posted By robertorolfo

Yes, it's awesome to ride, and definitely fast!...

Yes, it's awesome to ride, and definitely fast! The steering geometry is very quick as well though, so you have to stay on top of it.
11-21-23, 07:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 689
Posted By cegerer

1984 Gitane Team Pro

I sold this bike several years ago. Now I wish I would've kept it. :rolleyes: I spent the better part of 2 years researching and accumulating the correct parts for it, right down to the correct T/A...
11-21-23, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8,269
Views: 2,999,936
Posted By robertorolfo

It's been a while, but I don't think I ever...

It's been a while, but I don't think I ever posted this build in here. It's a Daccordi Opera, circa 1993 (Genius tubing), with a 10sp Chorus group. The paint is lovely in person: ...
11-21-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 1,093
Views: 142,543
Posted By escuta

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11-20-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8,269
Views: 2,999,936
Posted By Andy_K

My latest retro-roadie creation is this 1973...

My latest retro-roadie creation is this 1973 Raleigh Professional.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53326861622_cbf2595a2b_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pfj75E)

The custom machined ferrule I got...
11-19-23, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 433
Posted By RCMoeur

Worth the visit. Been there twice, most recently...

Worth the visit. Been there twice, most recently in June.
...
11-19-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 386
Posted By ridelikeaturtle

1979 Motobecane Mixte, "before & after"

This became available to me as a project, and I couldn't say no. There's a lot of junk around, and while this isn't rare or special, it certainly wasn't junk and deserved to be put back in rideable...
Replies: 4
Views: 233
Posted By repechage

They all look functional. I purchased a “lot” of...

They all look functional. I purchased a “lot” of this era of headsets a decade ago, the steel one is quite cool and flashy. Bearing races are I think Record quality.
to get the best return, clean...
11-19-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 581
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

that is awesome! i have a couple of mid 30's ...

that is awesome! i have a couple of mid 30's
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11-19-23, 06:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 433
Posted By iab

I saw Senna and Prost race in Phoenix in 1991. ...

I saw Senna and Prost race in Phoenix in 1991. That's got to be C&V. Not much help to you though, sorry. :(
...
11-19-23, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 433
Posted By P!N20

I can see you getting right into this, Rob. ...

I can see you getting right into this, Rob.
...
11-17-23, 10:22 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,056
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.oreillyauto.com/flux-capacitor

​​​​​​https://www.oreillyauto.com/flux-capacitor
11-17-23, 05:51 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,056
Posted By gearbasher

If the UPS truck hits 88 MPH, you'll get it...

If the UPS truck hits 88 MPH, you'll get it yesterday.
11-17-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 1,093
Views: 142,543
Posted By botty kayer

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11-17-23, 03:37 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,308
Posted By iab

You do realize that his portrayal of Jef is an...

You do realize that his portrayal of Jef is an amalgamation of all cyclists? Right? Just like Dilbert's pointy-haired boss does the same to managers. derp.
11-15-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8,269
Views: 2,999,936
Posted By CO_Hoya

Pic assist: ...

Pic assist:
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11-15-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,294
Posted By purpurite

[RESTORE] 1960 Frejus Supercorsa

After lurking around here for the last decade, I finally got bit by the V&C bug. I have been toying with the idea of restoring an old VW Beetle, and realized my garage space wasn't terribly friendly...
11-13-23, 04:27 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,308
Posted By P!N20

https://thumbs.newschoolers.com/index.php?src=http...

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11-13-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,308
Posted By Trakhak

Precisely.

Precisely.
11-12-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,308
Posted By TenGrainBread

I gave these comics a fair shake and found them...

I gave these comics a fair shake and found them extremely boring and unclever. Funny to me that some are wasting their precious time trying to convince others that they are funny and insightful. If a...
11-12-23, 01:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 334
Posted By Andy_K

British chain stay cable stop dilemma solved

OK, this may take some setup to convince you that there even is a problem to be solved here. If you use period-correct components, there's a good chance you haven't noticed. You are aware, no doubt,...
11-11-23, 07:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,376
Posted By Bianchigirll

A little funny story about a bell, a few...

A little funny story about a bell, a few lifetimes ago when I worked in a bike shop the owner and I used ride in the mornings and meet up some other guys for their morning commute. One day we get to...
Replies: 29
Views: 831
Posted By Bianchigirll

Libretas Mixtie, Jump On it at $250?

Sadly I ,missed out on this, it sold, for 175 andI guess the shipping too on the 14th :cry: Now I've having palpitations and vasilations over the Soma sale :twitchy:


I've been thinking...
11-10-23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 2,846,025
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

A “where did I ride yesterday” post. Not so...

A “where did I ride yesterday” post.

Not so weird anymore weather continued yesterday with high of 82F. I took the opportunity to head up to the Blue Ridge one more time before it gets too cold up...
11-10-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 647
Posted By rccardr

Pedal Diplomacy!

Pedal Diplomacy!
11-09-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,308
Posted By Andy_K

There's no fun in cycling, only suffering. Much...

There's no fun in cycling, only suffering. Much suffering in this thread. Very good.
11-09-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 408
Posted By repechage

compared to LA, SB is always more docile. I...

compared to LA, SB is always more docile.
I like the original on Canon Perdido, happy they kept it open. The bicycle ornamentation has fallen away. They spent big dollars on the DeLa Vina location.
11-09-23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 408
Posted By Erzulis Boat

I could get the paint code from Robvolz, so that...

I could get the paint code from Robvolz, so that if he takes that color out of circulation, another bike that color will pop up and he can never rest.

:lol:
11-08-23, 10:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 394
Posted By PeabodyPK

I tried a google image search with your picture,...

I tried a google image search with your picture, that led to some ebay listings. One mentioned it as an unknown model, but had a year for the bike it came off of (93/94). I looked at the 1993...
11-08-23, 04:58 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,416
Posted By Erzulis Boat

It's a blue bike. Changing the color is just like...

It's a blue bike. Changing the color is just like not eating your brussel sprouts........."Kids are starving in India". Eat your damn sprouts.
11-07-23, 11:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,594
Posted By Jeff Wills

Another couple names that comes up in connection...

Another couple names that comes up in connection with Santa Barbara are Greg Diamond and Chris King. It's not very similar to this Greg Diamond:
Greg Diamond, Santa Barbara, framebuilder - Bike...
11-07-23, 04:16 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,788
Posted By styggno1

Googled it. It seems like it. Thank you Branford...

Googled it. It seems like it. Thank you Branford bike! (edit - and thank you redshift1) There seem to be some interesting info over there:
https://branfordbike.com/knowledge-base
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