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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-02-24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 520
Posted By cyclic_eric

DS - Drive Side (the side that shows the...

DS - Drive Side (the side that shows the chainrings and derailleurs)
NDS - Non Drive Side (left side...)

I'd estimate the asking/selling price in the SF Bay Area to be around $1400/1200.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,127,991
Posted By cyclic_eric

Your brilliant blue PX-10 looks like fun. Nice...

Your brilliant blue PX-10 looks like fun. Nice job on the bike stand too.
It's been an amazing week for Motobecane pictures this week. :thumb:
Forum: Introductions
03-13-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 336
Posted By cyclic_eric

Cool. Looking forward to it.

Cool. Looking forward to it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,467
Posted By cyclic_eric

Anyone riding a cotter pin crank at Eroica...

Anyone riding a cotter pin crank at Eroica deserves bonus points. ;)
If you haven't posted there, please make one in the Introductions section. Once your post-count hits 10, you can share pics of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 601
Posted By cyclic_eric

Hard to imagine, but it might be even more...

Hard to imagine, but it might be even more beautiful in person!
Any particular rides planned for the bike this year? Maybe Eroica in September?
Sure to win an award.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,415
Posted By cyclic_eric

Beautiful little movie- thank you for posting it.

Beautiful little movie- thank you for posting it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,073
Posted By cyclic_eric

I’ve been pronouncing it wrong for nearly 6...

I’ve been pronouncing it wrong for nearly 6 decades?!
:twitchy: :lol:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-22-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,285
Posted By cyclic_eric

No superior feelings on my part. This is a...

No superior feelings on my part. This is a terrible, tragic accident that killed a fellow bicyclist.
I'm so awfully saddened that it happened. Certainly everyone has a right to cycle in any...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-21-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,285
Posted By cyclic_eric

Other news sources report the accident as...

Other news sources report the accident as happening after 9 pm with a light rain falling. Pretty lousy conditions to be out riding.
Palo Alto News...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,178
Posted By cyclic_eric

Actually Vitma, I really liked your welcome...

Actually Vitma, I really liked your welcome message.
Nothing yet on myeroica page to register for, but things look promising.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 410
Posted By cyclic_eric

Thank you Andrew G and Road Fan. Strange how...

Thank you Andrew G and Road Fan.
Strange how such sites just stay available, like ghosts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 410
Posted By cyclic_eric

Is the Bicycle Classics website alive?

I inquired and sent an email to purchase a handlebar.
BC website link (http://www.bicycleclassics.com/)
Does anyone know if they are still in business?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-24, 11:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,467
Posted By cyclic_eric

I ride year-round with clipless pedals, but I...

I ride year-round with clipless pedals, but I didn't find it to be much of an issue to switch to clips and straps for the ride.
I did have to stop and walk ~30 yards up a steep dirt hill last time,...
Forum: Introductions
02-04-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 224
Posted By cyclic_eric

Sydney? Which bikes are you riding? A vintage...

Sydney?
Which bikes are you riding? A vintage what?
After 10 posts, here or other threads, you will be able to include pictures.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 11:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,467
Posted By cyclic_eric

I'll be joining you gents! It's nice to have a...

I'll be joining you gents! It's nice to have a goal. 7 months to get ready.
I'm auditioning for a pit crew......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 9,178
Posted By cyclic_eric

I've booked an AirBnB in Cambria for the weekend,...

I've booked an AirBnB in Cambria for the weekend, so I'll probably stick to the "No Complaining" thread.

Here's my experience. My first, and only, Eroica ride was in 2022. It was not easy, but I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,062
Posted By cyclic_eric

Any other identifying stickers/decals anywhere? ...

Any other identifying stickers/decals anywhere? Any numbers stamped in the frame?
Could you write down model names of the components?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 463
Posted By cyclic_eric

https://biciclettedepoca.net/

https://biciclettedepoca.net/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-23, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 463
Posted By cyclic_eric

Changing to .com appears to work: ...

Changing to .com appears to work:
https://bicidepoca.com/
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-18-23, 11:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,092
Posted By cyclic_eric

1) Bikes are inanimate objects - they, themselves...

1) Bikes are inanimate objects - they, themselves are not fast. But you, with a machine of quality tailored to work with you, can go very fast. It is a wonderful thing. The beautiful Woodrup is an...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-18-23, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,092
Posted By cyclic_eric

That is a nice sport/racing bike from the 80's. ...

That is a nice sport/racing bike from the 80's. I personally like them, but it is not ideal an ideal bike for commuting.
Is it the right size for you? Ones like it sell for around $500. This one...
Forum: For Sale
11-24-23, 11:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,059
Posted By cyclic_eric

+1 on it being from the early 1980's. I don't...

+1 on it being from the early 1980's.
I don't think those are 27" wheels, most likely 700c. But that's a common error.
Robvolz is correct - the more important data value is the frame size. Looks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,865
Posted By cyclic_eric

Well LV2TNDM, you've now just added to my bucket...

Well LV2TNDM, you've now just added to my bucket list. I looked up the epic Stelvio Pass, an iconic road - plus they shut down the road once a year - only bicyclists allowed.
I don't know how...
Forum: Introductions
10-20-23, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 350
Posted By cyclic_eric

Dokiz, are you in France? Where? Riding in Paris?

Dokiz, are you in France? Where? Riding in Paris?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 251
Posted By cyclic_eric

Cool video, thanks! Any of you know of...

Cool video, thanks!

Any of you know of similar, for the CA Bay Area? (I hope that isn’t too much of a thread hijack.)
I’m familiar with American Cyclery in SF, which fits. Others about?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-23, 08:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,482
Posted By cyclic_eric

Sorry - not the saddle, the seatpost head pieces...

Sorry - not the saddle, the seatpost head pieces to lube for smooth tilt movement. I edited my post for clarity.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,482
Posted By cyclic_eric

This may be obvious, but hasn't been mentioned....

This may be obvious, but hasn't been mentioned. When first installing the saddle, I take all the seatpost head parts apart, then clean, lubricate and reassemble.
Don't lube the saddle rail channel,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-23, 09:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 522
Posted By cyclic_eric

Reader's Guide! :lol: And I thought I was...

Reader's Guide! :lol: And I thought I was vintage. I don't think it survived the 90's.
jk

uh-oh... my wife says I'm mixing this up with the Reader's Digest.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 522
Posted By cyclic_eric

Thank you! You helped jog my memory. Some...

Thank you!
You helped jog my memory. Some libraries, and individual magazines used to publish an index of vehicles they they tested during the preceding year in their December issue. I imagine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-23, 09:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 522
Posted By cyclic_eric

Magazine Road Test Index - is there one?

Is there some index of road tests for old magazines like Bicycle Guide, Bicycling, Road Bike Action, etc.?

Forum member SpeedofLite graciously posts scans of magazines from the 1970's, 80's, etc....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 631
Posted By cyclic_eric

I found that pair of 28mm Panaracer Rolly-poly...

I found that pair of 28mm Panaracer Rolly-poly for a very cheap, and easy to mount. They're so-so, feel a little floppy/mushy. Next time I'll probably go with GP5000's or Vittoria Corsa Control's,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 10:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 631
Posted By cyclic_eric

It's a really fun bike! While making a few...

It's a really fun bike!
While making a few changes for fit, and preparing for of time riding the hills, I've tried to install the best components.
Without resorting to carbon fiber. So, it has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,865
Posted By cyclic_eric

Mine arrived today. This isn't just some obscure...

Mine arrived today. This isn't just some obscure book of data. Interviews and photos of riders and engineers who created modern bicycling are in this book.
People like Joe Breeze, Gary Fisher, Tom...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-14-23, 10:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By cyclic_eric

It does sound like you are circling in on a good...

It does sound like you are circling in on a good frame size. I'm 5'10", with an 82 cm inseam, and I like the fit of 55 cm frames. I weigh 160-165 lbs.
I believe a fitting is a good idea, but what...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,892
Posted By cyclic_eric

Has anyone tried going the opposite direction -...

Has anyone tried going the opposite direction - minimal glasses? Currently I wear contacts with sunglasses.
But Fignon's wire rimmed (did they have cable temples?) were obviously faster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-23, 01:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,981
Posted By cyclic_eric

It's time to see a late 80's Miyata Team on here,...

It's time to see a late 80's Miyata Team on here, for proper evaluation....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,981
Posted By cyclic_eric

Hard to go wrong with Continental GP5000...

Hard to go wrong with Continental GP5000 clinchers with latex tubes, in my experience. I’d definitely try to fit 28mm tires, measure first.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,892
Posted By cyclic_eric

The master: ...

The master:
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/554x850/andyhampstead_c0954d2528692f7d4817cb22ad9f4411aaf7b7fd.jpg

Anybody know where I can get those? :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-23, 08:47 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,947
Posted By cyclic_eric

Thinking in terms of the engineering history, it...

Thinking in terms of the engineering history, it would be interesting to know if the average dimensions (height, weight, etc.) of athletes was taken into account when designing such parts. Or it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 10:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

Quite a lot of people here have used Neubaum's...

Quite a lot of people here have used Neubaum's cotton tape, among many other options. Handlebar tape only lasts a year or two, depending on use, and Neubaum's is relatively cheap so I wouldn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,378
Posted By cyclic_eric

I really should put on sunblock more often now...

I really should put on sunblock more often now that sunny weather is here again. The bummer is, since I’m old enough to have ridden Classic & Vintage bikes when they were new (but I couldn’t afford...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

Uh - oh. So the bike is not rideable. Since it is...

Uh - oh. So the bike is not rideable. Since it is summertime, this constitutes an emergency.
These look like good options:
Raleigh Stem $36...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

Clearly the goal is to convince your daughter to...

Clearly the goal is to convince your daughter to ride again and take it home,
thereby giving you room for another bike! ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 09:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

I'm pretty sure the seatpost is turned around 180...

I'm pretty sure the seatpost is turned around 180 degrees compared to "normal standards".
And with the handlebars tilted up the way they are, I think the bike may have been too large for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-23, 03:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

I can't begin to tell you how much time I've...

I can't begin to tell you how much time I've spent adjusting my fit to the bike. But it's worth it! The feel between rider and machine is a great pursuit. Sure the seat adjusts up and down, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

25.4 most likely refers to the handlebar...

25.4 most likely refers to the handlebar diameter. So the clamp of the stem onto the handlebar is designed for that 25.4mm (1 inch) diameter.
90mm generally refers to the length of the stem along...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-23, 11:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,670
Posted By cyclic_eric

You just need to commit enough to this place to...

You just need to commit enough to this place to make 10 posts.
1. Write back and tell us how you got your Raleigh.
2. Write again to tell us about where you like to ride it.
3. Someone will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-23, 09:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 886
Posted By cyclic_eric

Nice thread. I hope this question is not too much...

Nice thread. I hope this question is not too much off topic. Can I change individual cogs on my 7-speed Uniglide cassette?
I have one that came as 13-14-15-18-21-24-28, so a couple 1-tooth jumps and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 603
Posted By cyclic_eric

Looks like a great deal to me! As long as it...

Looks like a great deal to me! As long as it fits, put a little touch-up paint on it, nicer tires, and just ride it!
Should be lots of fun. :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-30-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 836
Posted By cyclic_eric

This was the only full-bike photo shown in the...

This was the only full-bike photo shown in the album thus far. A right-side view is generally preferred, along with the center-to-center lengths of the toptube and seattube.
In the California Bay...
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