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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-23, 07:38 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 16,600
Posted By vonfilm

There is the old joke about the wife selling her...

There is the old joke about the wife selling her late husband’s bicycles for what he told her that he had paid for them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-23, 02:51 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 16,600
Posted By vonfilm

I always enjoyed driving a Porsche. Better to...

I always enjoyed driving a Porsche. Better to lease a new one though.

A person does not need my approval to buy a $14,000 bicycle no more than if he throws his money into the river.

I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,705
Posted By vonfilm

I expect that Schwinn Paramount will top the list.

I expect that Schwinn Paramount will top the list.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 16,600
Posted By vonfilm

Feel free to ignore my opinion if you wish.

Feel free to ignore my opinion if you wish.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,864
Posted By vonfilm

I would buy a Campy reel.

I would buy a Campy reel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-23, 05:28 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 16,600
Posted By vonfilm

The KTM 350 EXC-F is perhaps the best Enduro...

The KTM 350 EXC-F is perhaps the best Enduro racing motorcycle today. It is delivered “ready to race” for $11,899. This a pure bred racer not a dual sport.
For $13,549 the KTM 500 EXC-F Six Days...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-13-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,099
Posted By vonfilm

Most seniors have enough wisdom to ride within...

Most seniors have enough wisdom to ride within their abilities and riding conditions.
Sometimes an Ebike is the only way they can continue to enjoy cycling..
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-13-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 229
Posted By vonfilm

I have ridden this bike about 250 miles so far,...

I have ridden this bike about 250 miles so far, mainly in the hills near where I live. It has the most natural feeling torque sensing pedal assist that I have used so far. Since it started out as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

I sold the Super Course this morning to a nice...

I sold the Super Course this morning to a nice local couple for the wife to ride. I hope they enjoy it as much as we did.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 16,600
Posted By vonfilm

How can a $14,000 bicycle possibly be worth the money?

I was in a bicycle shop the other day when I noticed 3 Specialized Carbon racing bikes hanging in the front window with.$14,000 price tags. I guess they weighed about 16 pounds each.

Listen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

I will leave that up to the next owner.

I will leave that up to the next owner.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 01:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,097
Posted By vonfilm

I love this setup. Suntour VX-GT is the best. I...

I love this setup. Suntour VX-GT is the best. I would love to read more about how you built this freewheel.

Please show us your Crankset, Chainrings and FD also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

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1976 Super Course MK II Flamboyant Red and White...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

Here are some photos of Mrs V’s Super course as...

Here are some photos of Mrs V’s Super course as prepared for local sale.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-07-23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 229
Posted By vonfilm

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Forum: Electric Bikes
01-07-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 229
Posted By vonfilm

Jamis Coda Sport DIY Ebike

Here are some photos of my Jamis Coda Sport where I installed a CYC Stealth Generation 3 mid drive with a 52V 17.5 AH battery. It has 1500 Watts and 150 NM of torque. Very nice and responsive torque...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-01-23, 04:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 825
Posted By vonfilm

Your Zizzo looks great! What wheels are these? Do...

Your Zizzo looks great! What wheels are these? Do you have a link for them?
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-30-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 825
Posted By vonfilm

I would like a more attractive crankset and a...

I would like a more attractive crankset and a wider range rear cassette. A different type of shifter and some ergonomic grips would help too.

What is the best pathway to lose a little weight?...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 825
Posted By vonfilm

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/34de7fa2_bb20_4ca9_990b_ded086ab5671_7ad6bff7004495f4d6c8b0e2d3ee73caa125c9d4.jpeg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-22, 01:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 825
Posted By vonfilm

Zizzo Liberte’, My First Folder

Yesterday I purchased a Zizzo Liberte’ for a very good deal. I would call it “Very Good Condition “ with a few minor scratches, with everything there and working perfectly. I rode it about 2 miles...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-17-22, 12:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,597
Posted By vonfilm

This is a great value. I have two Jamis Codas....

This is a great value. I have two Jamis Codas. They have wonderful ride, smooth and agile.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-22, 07:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 665
Posted By vonfilm

This Super Sport originally came with a Huret...

This Super Sport originally came with a Huret Alvit rear derailleur. I bought this bike new in 1975. I still have the Alvit.



I have new Acera M360 rear derailleurs on 2 other bicycles. They...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 05:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 665
Posted By vonfilm

Thanks for you comment, Pastor Bob. I am trying...

Thanks for you comment, Pastor Bob. I am trying to make the Super Sport easier to ride and spend more time in the rotation. I have now owned it 47 years. I will be attempting to mount the Honjo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 04:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 665
Posted By vonfilm

Grant Peterson of Rivendell says that the Acera M...

Grant Peterson of Rivendell says that the Acera M 360 is a great derailleur. He is correct.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-22, 11:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 915
Posted By vonfilm

What a score !

What a score !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-22, 04:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,129
Posted By vonfilm

That is a beautiful Super Sport. He did a...

That is a beautiful Super Sport. He did a beautiful job with wider tires and fenders. Installing my 35mm Honjo fenders may be my winter project.

Here is the thread to my Super Sport restoration:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-22, 12:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

Coming soon: photos of Mrs. Vonfilm’s Super...

Coming soon: photos of Mrs. Vonfilm’s Super Course after being prepared for sale locally.
As it turned out, my wife rode the Super Course very little and now that I know she can ride the 93 Trek 930...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-22, 09:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,461
Posted By vonfilm

Exquisite!

Exquisite!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-22, 05:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,358
Posted By vonfilm

Acquired a Peugeot PX-10

I recently acquired a 63.5 CM (25 inch) Peugeot PX-10 with scratches and patina. It has the derailleur tapped for a modern derailleur. It came with a Stronglight headset and a bottom bracket....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-22, 08:11 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 5,337
Posted By vonfilm

A Suntour VX-GT is always a great choice for a...

A Suntour VX-GT is always a great choice for a friction touring derailleur. I am hoarding the ones that I have.
For indexing a 7 or 8 speed, you can’t beat the value of a Shimano M360 Acera.
For...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,294
Posted By vonfilm

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/931288-...

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/931288-1987-schwinn-super-sport-build.html

Here is a thread on what I did to an 1987 Schwann Super Sport.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-23-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 883
Posted By vonfilm

I have ordered or received the following new...

I have ordered or received the following new parts for the Coda Sport
Shimano UN300 Bottom Bracket 122.5 mm spindle
Shimano M361 Acera Triple Crankset 175mm 42/32/22
Shimano M361 Acera Rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-14, 12:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By vonfilm

Mrs. Vonfilm's Super Course

My wife has always been a runner. The doctor says no more of that because of a knee problem. I have suggested that she cycle for exercise and for non-impact therapy for her knees. Toward that end I...
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