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Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,416,532
Posted By gulencocuk

Here's my latest neo-retro build. It's a vintage...

Here's my latest neo-retro build. It's a vintage custom frame that I bought off eBay. Columbus Minimal Fork and Araya 700C wheels from one of my previous bikes. I went with the Tiagra groupset since...
06-11-23, 08:55 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 88,377
Posted By gulencocuk

I don't know what it is, but it's not a beta...

I don't know what it is, but it's not a beta since your bike has rack eyelets. Still, it looks like it's a nice bike
05-09-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 88,377
Posted By gulencocuk

Innicycle headset and Vision Team 30 wheels ...

Innicycle headset and Vision Team 30 wheels
Once the steerer is cut, the project is complete!...
12-08-22, 04:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Thanks!

Thanks!
12-08-22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Finally, I completed the build! In the end, it's...

Finally, I completed the build! In the end, it's paired with a Columbus Minimal fork....
09-15-22, 09:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 483
Posted By gulencocuk

If someone else has the same, I'm willing to...

If someone else has the same, I'm willing to buy, too. I had the exact same problem with the rear shifter
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By gulencocuk

Thank you, Ben! I think it has clearcoat and it...

Thank you, Ben! I think it has clearcoat and it is what has become dull. I will see if my friend can follow your advice :)

Edit: I removed all the clearcoat and applied chrome polish several...
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By gulencocuk

is there any way of restoring chrome to its shiny...

is there any way of restoring chrome to its shiny state after it became dull due to steel wool usage? Asking for a friend 😀
09-05-22, 02:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Looks like it used to be a very cool store!

Looks like it used to be a very cool store!
09-05-22, 11:41 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 88,377
Posted By gulencocuk

My Beta SE is italian threaded. I would bet that...

My Beta SE is italian threaded. I would bet that an elite is italian threaded, too. However, to be sure, you should look at the markings on your bottom bracket. 36x24: italian, 1.37x24: british
09-02-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Yes, Jos van Veldhoven is the seller! I asked him...

Yes, Jos van Veldhoven is the seller! I asked him several questions about the crown race that I need to use, and he suggested JIS. I asked for more information and I will give an update here once I...
09-02-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

there is a three-digit serial on the bottom...

there is a three-digit serial on the bottom bracket shell, something like 838 or 833. I can see nothing similar on the steerer.

non-fixie Thank you very much for the detailed information, it's...
09-01-22, 01:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

oh, thanks! non-fixie , any extra piece of...

oh, thanks! non-fixie , any extra piece of information on this beautiful frame is welcome :)
09-01-22, 09:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Thank you for the responses. It seems I will be...

Thank you for the responses. It seems I will be on the lookout for another fork :)
09-01-22, 09:34 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,199
Posted By gulencocuk

Sorry, I wanted to mean the fabric

Sorry, I wanted to mean the fabric
09-01-22, 09:11 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 88,377
Posted By gulencocuk

Here is my Miele Beta SE with its original...

Here is my Miele Beta SE with its original paintwork. I recently upgraded the groupset to Tiagra 4700 and managed to do it with the original 126mm spacing with Sheldon Brown's '9 cogs of 10' trick on...
09-01-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Posted By gulencocuk

Rob van Oel Columbus SL frame, straight fork?

Hi everyone!
I bought a Rob van Oel Columbus SL frameset that has an amazing color (in my opinion) and is the perfect size for me.
My question is about the unusual fork shape. I'm not used to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-22, 08:52 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,060
Posted By gulencocuk

I think it's OK as long as you pass them safely,...

I think it's OK as long as you pass them safely, and I agree that it's fun sometimes to engage in some races even though others don't know that they're racing
09-01-22, 08:47 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,616
Posted By gulencocuk

to be able to ride as long as I can in my life....

to be able to ride as long as I can in my life. there is no need for an end goal in cycling I think
09-01-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,199
Posted By gulencocuk

For me, it's when the wires are visible or after...

For me, it's when the wires are visible or after 6 years. I have three road bikes and I regularly ride 150km each week, each bike gets a similar amount of use
edit: when the threads are visible
09-01-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 809
Posted By gulencocuk

I agree with the suggestions on having the bike...

I agree with the suggestions on having the bike shipped to a US PO that is closer to the border and taking it from there. WGB has made great suggestions
08-30-22, 09:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 815
Posted By gulencocuk

No idea about the spokes but for rims depending...

No idea about the spokes but for rims depending on the frame origin, I would either go with an Ambrosio Super Elite / Montréal or an Araya from 90s
08-30-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,027
Posted By gulencocuk

For me, a vintage frame is always better with a...

For me, a vintage frame is always better with a metallic paint
08-30-22, 09:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,403
Posted By gulencocuk

Finding out that I'm missing the required tool...

Finding out that I'm missing the required tool and carrying the half bike to the lbs
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,202
Posted By gulencocuk

yes, I think it's a fine enough bike!

yes, I think it's a fine enough bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-22, 07:52 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,202
Posted By gulencocuk

I agree that the Decathlon bike is a good value...

I agree that the Decathlon bike is a good value in today's market conditions.
I bought a Sora-equipped bike for my wife and 'tested' it for 600 km. I normally use 105 and Tiagra fitted bikes, and I...
Forum: Introductions
08-01-22, 05:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 130
Posted By gulencocuk

Hi all!

Hello from eastern Canada! I found this site when looking for more information on my vintage bikes. I've been a lurker for a long time and I think my time has come to speak up!
This is a great site,...
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