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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-23, 10:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,380
Posted By abdon

I'm not a fan of slapping a motor on a bike but

I must say I'm mesmerized by the total package they pulled here.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 3,866
Posted By merziac

Cambria would easily be at its comfortable limit...

Cambria would easily be at its comfortable limit with more than 1K and all their entourage IMO. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-23, 01:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 3,866
Posted By tmnguuyen

I'm not a drinker but i'm surprised no one...

I'm not a drinker but i'm surprised no one brought up the lack of winery stop (Halter Range) and the wine tasting that was offered in the past. I thought that is one of the main appeals of this ride....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,804
Posted By merziac

Eroica compliant, now analog Merz. ;) ...

Eroica compliant, now analog Merz. ;)


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-23, 01:39 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 4,584
Posted By merziac

And Battaglin, love these guys and their work,...

And Battaglin, love these guys and their work, obviously not for everyone and probably not for me but they were also on the short list when I built the Strawberry and back then they were still much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 467
Posted By oneclick

More Girardengo pics and details

About the only thing I don't have is a pair of hoods to suit, and a set of straps.
I tried making hoods from some squishy foam-rubber tubing, one worked, the other split (twice), so I'm on the hunt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 08:00 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 25,507
Posted By Manny66

Due to the several cancellations,,I attended the...

Due to the several cancellations,,I attended the pre-Fauxroica,,The Fauxroica, and finally last years L'Eroica events. With all the delays ,I didnt expect much from any of them and so I guess my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 25,507
Posted By rccardr

I think that the L’Eroica organizers figured they...

I think that the L’Eroica organizers figured they had a good thing going with the Italian event and thought it might spread to other parts of the world. None of the non-Italian events has done as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 298
Posted By juvela

----- ...who knew they had put up a statue...

-----

...who knew they had put up a statue of Emilio Bozzi!


-----
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,634
Posted By rccardr

Sunny Spokes, awesome service, great with Sapim...

Sunny Spokes, awesome service, great with Sapim in particular, works with you on custom orders, superfastmonkey shipping. Good guy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,003
Posted By 52telecaster

I've set up many bikes close to that. Certainly...

I've set up many bikes close to that. Certainly done 46-26 more than once. It requires a light hand shifting but learning how to ride your bike is an important skill that includes shifting!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,394
Posted By mstateglfr

Totally agree. There is a sticky atop this forum...

Totally agree. There is a sticky atop this forum that I dont open, but I believe it is a live look at what people currently think is 'C' or 'V'.
I built a frame in a class 5 years ago- its...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,394
Posted By bboy314

Yeah, that and other things you said made me feel...

Yeah, that and other things you said made me feel like you’re a real person. It’s just a funny post, kind of like going on jeansforums and saying “hey, anyone heard of these “Levi’s”? They’re pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,362
Posted By DiabloScott

Oh man, we ALMOST broke the 10-year barrier.

Oh man, we ALMOST broke the 10-year barrier.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-23, 03:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,237
Posted By merziac

Standby, earlier Strawberry content.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-22, 02:43 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,186
Posted By mosinglespeeder

its not a barn but so much more than i deserve...

its not a barn but so much more than i deserve for sure. Built it from reclaimed house that was falling down, and came out perfect for bike shed
dano
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-22, 11:56 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 6,507
Posted By lasauge

You know how annoying and occasionally confusing...

You know how annoying and occasionally confusing it is when you scroll through a very long thread here and see the same string of pictures two, three, or sometimes even more times in a row? There's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-22, 04:35 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,055
Posted By Bianchigirll

Sort of, just trying to have a little fun ...

Sort of, just trying to have a little fun


So far as I know
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-13-22, 04:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By mountaindave

Maybe not fancy, but still very elegant and a...

Maybe not fancy, but still very elegant and a worthy mixte frame. GLWS!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-22, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,346
Posted By jamesdak

I bought a Guv'nor and love it. Great cruising...

I bought a Guv'nor and love it. Great cruising bike that I've taken for over 40 mile rides with no problems and in total comfort. I do sometimes wish I had gone for the Speed 5 as I sometimes feel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-22, 09:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,316
Posted By seypat

I've never understood why a person fed up with...

I've never understood why a person fed up with circumstances needs to announce they're going away. :foo:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,162
Posted By non-fixie

There is no single truth here. Getting the right...

There is no single truth here. Getting the right bar shape for your preferences is important, but even then you may have to compromise:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 09:41 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,162
Posted By obrentharris

"peev·ish /ˈpēviSH/ ...

"peev·ish
/ˈpēviSH/
https://ssl.gstatic.com/dictionary/static/promos/20181204/pronunciation.svgLearn to pronounce ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 07:03 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,162
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

My pet peeve is with posters who brag about...

My pet peeve is with posters who brag about his/her "involvement in the sport since 19xx." As if such a statement makes the poster a source of undeniable gospel expertise and anyone who doesn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-22, 07:04 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,540
Posted By KonAaron Snake

Thanks for the post!!! Just put in an order....

Thanks for the post!!! Just put in an order. Really excited that my beloved Marnati is listed!!!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-27-22, 12:06 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,136
Posted By Inusuit

In my community, one doesn't dare proceed when...

In my community, one doesn't dare proceed when the light turns green as the intersection will still be full of speeding drivers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-22, 10:33 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,200
Posted By juvela

----- have observed some small variations in...

-----

have observed some small variations in dustcap and inner end of spindle

also they are offered in two finishes:

the chrome, such as your set, and the more commonly encountered zinc
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 04:32 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 25,507
Posted By repechage

logging on is still a mess. Schema Ponzi it...

logging on is still a mess.

Schema Ponzi it seems to me.
You guys know Ponzi was Italian by heritage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 01:00 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 24,229
Posted By mstateglfr

Of course it's subjective. The poster is sure...

Of course it's subjective. The poster is sure that one style looks better than another style. That is clearly subjective.
Do you tell everyone that their opinions are subjective right after they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-22, 07:56 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 7,142
Posted By rccardr

I suspect fenders will be required.

I suspect fenders will be required.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-09-22, 10:02 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 7,040
Posted By JoeyBike

It's also pretty easy to avoid persons here who...

It's also pretty easy to avoid persons here who try to drag you to that place (dark side):

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 836
Posted By rccardr

I currently own two them- one a complete 57cm...

I currently own two them- one a complete 57cm from 2016 and the other a spare 55cm frameset from 2017, both still in the box. Complete has the additional special Eroica commemorative Brooks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-22, 10:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 836
Posted By Caliwild

I had one of these for a few years... loved the...

I had one of these for a few years... loved the ride; it was a lot more responsive than any of my vintage steel bikes. It did great on several Eroica California rides. The gear range was amazing......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,840
Posted By Road Fan

Ok, but I think my point remains.

Ok, but I think my point remains.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,840
Posted By Road Fan

The highlighted statement is most likely not...

The highlighted statement is most likely not applicable to many of the participants here. I, PastorBob, and many others in this forum are into our retirement phases, and have been riding bikes at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,840
Posted By jethin

And this looks wrong, ergonomically inefficient,...

And this looks wrong, ergonomically inefficient, and uncomfortable to me. But I’d also guess we have different riding styles. Everyone’s equation is different — so to each their own.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-22, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 204
Posted By Murray Missile

Well, duh. I should have thought of that. :o...

Well, duh. I should have thought of that. :o Thanks LOL. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,186
Posted By merziac

It is nice, even more so in person. ;)

It is nice, even more so in person. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 06:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By xiaoman1

OP, Conceptually, I think going with the matte...

OP,
Conceptually, I think going with the matte finish is quite interesting....in my opinion once the decals are in place it will have just the right amount of sheen that many of us like seeing on an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,269
Posted By merziac

As many of us know, a lot can be said for getting...

As many of us know, a lot can be said for getting down and dirty in the trenches just as much so as being fully ridged can be the ultimate baseline to draw inspiration from.

As of right now there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-22, 06:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By obrentharris

Most autobody painters are accustomed to painting...

Most autobody painters are accustomed to painting large, gently-curved panels. Bicycle frames, with their small-diameter tubes and tight spacing around the bottom bracket and seat lug, require a very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 11:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,401
Posted By Bianchigirll

great calendar. Pinup is classic American art...

great calendar. Pinup is classic American art form that’s been used to sell just about everything at one time or another. Sadly it has fallen to political correctness
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 08:01 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,562
Posted By branko_76

I have built several sets of wheels with SUN M13...

I have built several sets of wheels with SUN M13 II 700C rims with stainless steel plain gauge spokes on vintage hubs. Stainless steel butted spokes are still being manufactured as well.

Vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-22, 02:01 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,571
Posted By merziac

Guess I'm in the minority here, so be it, my...

Guess I'm in the minority here, so be it, my people will have more evidence to use and rely on for a far better outcome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-22, 12:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,615
Posted By rccardr

We both know you’ve never been to Eroica. You...

We both know you’ve never been to Eroica.
You could, but you won’t.
We also both know I’ve done it five times, from every possible direction and interpretation of the rulebook.
Once you’ve ridden...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-22, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 656
Posted By nlerner

https://acorn-bag.myshopify.com/

https://acorn-bag.myshopify.com/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-22, 12:10 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,004
Posted By merziac

We're not used to being the red headed stepchild,...

We're not used to being the red headed stepchild, they likely saw us as a payday, then had a few misteps, COVID, venue change and here we are.

The "real" ones over there are much more well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-22, 01:24 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,004
Posted By merziac

And also not making excuses, but pointing out...

And also not making excuses, but pointing out there are things like meeting people and drooling over great bikes that don't have to be overshadowed by p*** poor performance of the company. You can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,004
Posted By iab

I don't think there has been anything said about...

I don't think there has been anything said about ECA that would make me want to attend. It's either an endless discussion about gearing or a complete lack of organization.

But the comparison is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-22, 04:43 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,540
Posted By P!N20

The problem was a traditional frame would obscure...

The problem was a traditional frame would obscure one side of the double sided print.

The solution was to put the print in between two sheets of Perspex bolted together at the corners:
...
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