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03-18-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 10
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Posted By mkeller234

Wow, you did a fantastic job stripping that...

Wow, you did a fantastic job stripping that frame. That is a real labor of love.
03-12-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 459,712
Posted By mkeller234

I finally tensioned the rear wheel on my 83 ST. I...

I finally tensioned the rear wheel on my 83 ST. I haven’t ridden it in a long time due to the wheel and I am kicking myself now. I really had a great commute today, feels like a rocket, and so...
02-09-23, 05:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,024
Posted By mkeller234

I’m interested in one. If I’m reading correctly,...

I’m interested in one. If I’m reading correctly, the red version seems to be the most widely adaptable? What is the adapter ring mentioned for the plain version?
11-15-22, 08:36 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,920
Posted By mkeller234

I’m late to the thread, but I can’t pass the...

I’m late to the thread, but I can’t pass the opportunity to say how sorry I was to read this. Scott and I exchanged conversations about mechanical watches and dry mounting posters years ago. I’ll...
10-12-22, 05:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 955
Posted By mkeller234

Thanks for the feedback guys, I don’t want to be...

Thanks for the feedback guys, I don’t want to be “that guy” posting the huffy for $1,000 dollars.
10-11-22, 08:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 955
Posted By mkeller234

Fair enough. I’ll give it a shot

Fair enough. I’ll give it a shot
10-11-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By mkeller234

PM sent

PM sent
10-11-22, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 955
Posted By mkeller234

I may be high on the price for these. I've never...

I may be high on the price for these. I've never owned or sold superbe calipers before. I was basing the price on the "ready to use" condition, but I am willing to budge to move these on to another...
10-10-22, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By mkeller234

Sorry, I wouldn’t know the answer to that. I...

Sorry, I wouldn’t know the answer to that. I would assume that it’s vintage appropriate, but I’m sure there are versions that I’m unaware of… for example, “Blackburn” and “Jim Blackburn” on the top.
10-10-22, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By mkeller234

Blackburn rear rack

Aluminum Blackburn rear rack, perfect for a vintage tourer. It could use cleaning overall, but it’s solid.

$35.00 plus shipping

...
10-10-22, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 955
Posted By mkeller234

Suntour Superbe brake calipers

Suntour Superbe, recessed mount. $65.00 shipped

These were completely cleaned rebuilt and reassembled with red synthetic grease. The condition is very good, with some signs of usage. Brake pads...
10-03-22, 04:00 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 8,309
Posted By mkeller234

First off… I have not read through the 4 pages of...

First off… I have not read through the 4 pages of replies.

I have one major observation, from 15 years or so of commuting:

I have never before smelled so much marijuana smoke in all my previous...
09-30-22, 07:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,359
Posted By mkeller234

Glad to have you back in the fold!

Glad to have you back in the fold!
09-27-22, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,058
Posted By mkeller234

Isn’t that funny? I’ve never seen a Univega and...

Isn’t that funny? I’ve never seen a Univega and only 1 centurion in the past 15 years. Ive had 3 Miyatas, kept 2!

Great looking 1000, good luck with the sale!
09-27-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,519
Posted By mkeller234

Very close, but I think the rear dropouts are...

Very close, but I think the rear dropouts are different.
09-27-22, 10:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Some photos from that thread: ...

Some photos from that thread:

...
09-27-22, 10:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Per buyer request, here is a thread showing the...

Per buyer request, here is a thread showing the condition of the frame at the time that I bought it in April 2021. I had intended to keep it as my own rider, but I found a complete replacement in a...
09-26-22, 08:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Sold!

Sold!
09-25-22, 01:26 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 65,190
Posted By mkeller234

My 84 Lotus sprint track bike…. Well, for a...

My 84 Lotus sprint track bike…. Well, for a couple more days at least! Soon to go to a new home.
...
09-25-22, 08:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

I totally forgot that this had weirdo dropouts!...

I totally forgot that this had weirdo dropouts! If it helps tip anyone, I have a Huret Jubilee rear derailleur in fantastic condition that I was considering listing for sale.
09-22-22, 05:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Essthreetee ...

Essthreetee


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09-22-22, 05:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Photos of clearances, 27 x 1-1/4 paselas for...

Photos of clearances, 27 x 1-1/4 paselas for reference.

IMPORTANT NOTE: this is another 73 Raleigh Competition that I own, not the one that I listed for sale. I’m showing clearances as I imagine...
09-22-22, 10:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By mkeller234

I was under the assumption that the brakes were...

I was under the assumption that the brakes were an add on from the LBS.
09-21-22, 06:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By mkeller234

Thank you. I assumed this would be a keeper… but...

Thank you. I assumed this would be a keeper… but I’ve got 14 at this point. I once had 10 as my limit.

...
09-21-22, 12:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By mkeller234

My initial thought was to wipe that up..: but...

My initial thought was to wipe that up..: but then in figured it was great evidence that it had been serviced.
09-21-22, 05:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By mkeller234

Sale pending.

Sale pending.
09-20-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By mkeller234

1984 Lotus Sprint track bike

PENDING

$300.00 + Actual shipping via bike flights

$225.00 local pickup in northeast ohio

This is a rare Lotus built fixed gear, drilled for brakes from the factory. Condition is very good,...
09-20-22, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 786
Posted By mkeller234

That bike rules! Those bars sure are funky...

That bike rules! Those bars sure are funky though, no flats before you get to the hoods.
09-19-22, 05:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,091
Posted By mkeller234

Bump, still available

Bump, still available
09-18-22, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,642
Posted By mkeller234

The bar tape arrived for the Miyata 912...

The bar tape arrived for the Miyata 912 yesterday. All ready for the ride to work tomorrow. Now I just need to mix up some touch up paint. The color is really hard to match. It’s not quite black, and...
09-15-22, 06:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,750
Posted By mkeller234

That is the ultimate Fred-cycle. I love it!

That is the ultimate Fred-cycle. I love it!
09-15-22, 05:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 470
Posted By mkeller234

Pedals and shifter arrived and look great,...

Pedals and shifter arrived and look great, Thanks!

...
09-13-22, 05:29 PM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,642
Posted By mkeller234

Nearly done fixing up my Miyata Nine-Twelve....

Nearly done fixing up my Miyata Nine-Twelve. Really looking forward to getting this one on the road again. My few rides on it felt great. Very stiff frame.

...
09-13-22, 03:42 PM
Replies: 15,404
Views: 4,043,235
Posted By mkeller234

Mongoose? Cool

Mongoose? Cool
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By mkeller234

Man, I love the color! From the photo you posted,...

Man, I love the color! From the photo you posted, the condition certainly looks great. Have the bearings been repacked recently, or does that still need done? I’d think $300-$350 if it’s been...
09-10-22, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By mkeller234

Sold!

Sold!
Replies: 14
Views: 790
Posted By mkeller234

I’ve seen that with track bikes, but this one...

I’ve seen that with track bikes, but this one definitely came drilled from the factory.
09-10-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 470
Posted By mkeller234

PM sent

PM sent
09-10-22, 10:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By mkeller234

Thanks guys. Worst case scenario, I just find a...

Thanks guys. Worst case scenario, I just find a reason to keep it and install north road bars.
09-10-22, 07:32 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,385
Posted By mkeller234

I 100% agree. A schwinn is unique from the...

I 100% agree. A schwinn is unique from the European style of bikes. Embrace the amount of chromed steel and lean into it.

My very first vintage bike was a chestnut 78 suburban with Positron and...
09-10-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 470
Posted By mkeller234

WTB shimano 600 6 speed shifter

I’m looking for the indexed lever only, but would buy a complete set. There are small little teeth on the indexed lever that all completely broke off over the years.

...
Replies: 14
Views: 790
Posted By mkeller234

Oh, that is interesting. I don’t think this bike...

Oh, that is interesting. I don’t think this bike was actually sold with brakes, I think they were an add on from the lbs.
Replies: 14
Views: 790
Posted By mkeller234

Here are some other photos from a while back: ...

Here are some other photos from a while back:


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1128x1504/f64125cd_0847_4361_aaaa_c630900b9e32_8829f49374e3267b7c293a83cf7579f2d9c0d6b9.jpeg...
Replies: 14
Views: 790
Posted By mkeller234

Thanks all for the opinions on value, all higher...

Thanks all for the opinions on value, all higher than I would have guessed. Although, it’s likely my market is lower than average too.

I am hoping not to sell it. I bought another bike with the...
Replies: 14
Views: 790
Posted By mkeller234

Yes, I confirmed 144 bcd. Just curious, is that...

Yes, I confirmed 144 bcd. Just curious, is that meaningful on fixed gear?
09-07-22, 10:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By mkeller234

Yeah… shipping would be a tough hill to climb....

Yeah… shipping would be a tough hill to climb. I’m honestly surprised I’ve had no bites locally on Craigslist or Facebook. Maybe it’s the time of year?
09-07-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By mkeller234

Bump and price reduction

Bump and price reduction
09-07-22, 04:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By mkeller234

Bump and price reduction

Bump and price reduction
09-06-22, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By mkeller234

Yeah, you have a good point. Still, I think it...

Yeah, you have a good point. Still, I think it shows on a short ride that the bike you choose won’t make a big difference.

I don’t see myself ever doing a test with a really long ride on the...
09-06-22, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By mkeller234

So you know I didn’t cheat. The varsity weighed...

So you know I didn’t cheat. The varsity weighed in at 38lbs.

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