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07-30-19, 12:36 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

Thought i'd give an update so you could see how...

Thought i'd give an update so you could see how I've been using my Technium here lately

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07-28-19, 10:22 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 237,239
Posted By rodteague

Everyday last week I rode to the beach at Fort...

Everyday last week I rode to the beach at Fort Pickens Gulf Islands National Seashore. What a great week! Pic is two of my sons holding my rig for a quick snap shot.

Best Regards

Rod
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07-28-19, 10:05 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 400,653
Posted By rodteague

Here's mine I built on an old Pacific Cycles Kid...

Here's mine I built on an old Pacific Cycles Kid trailer (now InStep) we purchased from a thrift store nearly 18 years ago. I used the kid carrier as a beach/fishing cart after my 3 children were to...
01-14-18, 04:56 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 51,884
Posted By rodteague

:thumb:

:thumb:
01-13-18, 12:58 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

My front rim has the original Araya w/ suntour...

My front rim has the original Araya w/ suntour hub; the rear is not original and was a Maillard freewheel hub w/ Rigida rim.

Rod
01-11-18, 06:07 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

This conversation is obviously getting over my...

This conversation is obviously getting over my head; but, I have seen a couple pics on this forum where the owners identified/dated their steel main tube Techniums before 1990; I simply do not have...
01-11-18, 02:15 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

OOPs My mistake. It still appears that the...

OOPs My mistake. It still appears that the earlier late 80's Team Technium Pro model used 531. At what point did they offer aluminum main tubes...... maybe 1991? I've seen far more Team Pro Techniums...
01-11-18, 01:28 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

What year is your pro? Because the 1986 catalog...

What year is your pro? Because the 1986 catalog shows the Team Pro using either Reynolds 531 or 753 steel tubing. Later years saw Raleigh changing a few things in the Technium line by adding...
01-10-18, 11:13 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

The pro uses steel main tubes. I think the...

The pro uses steel main tubes. I think the confusion surrounds the construction of the head tube, bottom bracket and lugs. I just saw a few pictures of a Technium 460 that had been blasted and...
01-10-18, 09:15 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

Kurt Kaminers website is the most complete; but...

Kurt Kaminers website is the most complete; but unfortunately none of the catalogs have images with geometry.

http://www.kurtkaminer.com/TH_raleigh_catdata.html

The Technium 480; 460 and 440,...
01-09-18, 03:54 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 77,652
Posted By rodteague

The Raleigh USA Techniums will have the serial...

The Raleigh USA Techniums will have the serial number stamped on the underside of the bottom bracket(bracket that houses the crank assembly). Which means you will have to turn the bicycle upside down...
01-05-18, 05:01 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 51,884
Posted By rodteague

Say What? (can't google it) ;)

Say What?

(can't google it) ;)
12-25-17, 06:07 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 63,277
Posted By rodteague

your right about BB; just mispelled his name; no...

your right about BB; just mispelled his name; no biggie. Neenan left in 1982 and Merz started right after his departure that same year. I just read a quote from Merz the other day, and he states he...
12-21-17, 10:46 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 63,277
Posted By rodteague

cdmurphy THAT!...... is exactly the kind of...

cdmurphy

THAT!...... is exactly the kind of documentation I am seeking, Thank you so much. I will attempt to join the group and hopefully, combine the info provided by Tim Neenan, Bryant...
12-21-17, 06:42 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 63,277
Posted By rodteague

I've read and even participated on several new...

I've read and even participated on several new threads regarding early 1980's Specialized Bicycles. Not a single one can verify with certainty that Miki produced Specialized frames. Don't get me...
12-21-17, 03:29 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 63,277
Posted By rodteague

How did you conclude the Sequoia is a Miki built...

How did you conclude the Sequoia is a Miki built frame? I agree it is a Japanese frame, but to my knowledge the only confirmed Japanese builders of Sequoia's are 3Rensho and Miyata. There were "other...
12-19-17, 08:25 PM
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Views: 1,130,644
Posted By rodteague

:thumb: well done!

:thumb: well done!
12-19-17, 05:21 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,130,644
Posted By rodteague

Ahh, a Schwinn Voyageur SP, Specialized Sequoia...

Ahh, a Schwinn Voyageur SP, Specialized Sequoia and a Specialized Expedition ........ any one of these and I would be a happy man. The Sequoia for sentimental reasons; the Voyageur or the Expedition...
12-15-17, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,129,637
Posted By rodteague

I used to own that same model in about the same...

I used to own that same model in about the same size; yours still has the bull moose bars:thumb: Love it


Regards


Rod
12-13-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Agreed, in fact, this discussion has slightly...

Agreed, in fact, this discussion has slightly changed my "grail" Sequoia, to include a Expedition and could be any manufacture up to 1986, thanks:thumb: Although a 3Rensho Neenan Sequoia would...
12-13-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Thanks, no problem. BTW, this will be my last...

Thanks, no problem. BTW, this will be my last post on the subject, the "holy grail" has been hijacked enough LOL

Bainbridge confirms that Miyata and several smaller Japanese builders built bikes...
12-13-17, 05:45 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Thanks for the additional links; I responded to...

Thanks for the additional links; I responded to you in post #402 with a link to Neenan and Bainbridge "Some Specialized History" as you and I both point out; between both of them, they confirm Rensho...
12-12-17, 09:25 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Thanks, in this link...

Thanks, in this link (http://forums.roadbikereview.com/retro-classic/some-specialized-history-190991.html) Tim Neenan and Bryan Bainbridge( Specialized R&D Director) "Some Specialized History" talk...
12-12-17, 04:01 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Thanks, If it's the frame, I've seen it. Do you...

Thanks, If it's the frame, I've seen it. Do you have any info on what you've seen?

Regards

Rod
12-11-17, 04:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,460
Posted By rodteague

There should be a Fastenal store in your region,...

There should be a Fastenal store in your region, probably several. That's where I usually turn to find just the right nut and bolt. If it were me I'd use a stainless button head or socket head bolt...
12-10-17, 03:58 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Andy_K Thank you sir; tire clearance and...

Andy_K

Thank you sir; tire clearance and seat stay dimension/geometry is what I am most interested in. Much appreciated.

EDIT: Point of clarification; is it Miki or Miyata?

Regards

Rod
12-10-17, 02:28 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

Agreed, and thanks for the personal insight. I've...

Agreed, and thanks for the personal insight. I've heard the geometry began to change after the the 3Rensho bikes. Were the Miki's using the same geometry? If so, I'm curious where the changes began...
12-10-17, 12:38 AM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,881
Posted By rodteague

Thanks again, it was the Surly Dingle that gave...

Thanks again, it was the Surly Dingle that gave me the idea. I'm running a 40t front chainring w/ the 20t and 16t in the rear. I acquired a UG 8 speed 14-21t cassette; plus an additional 15t UG screw...
12-09-17, 10:16 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,881
Posted By rodteague

Thanks, it's actually a Shimano 600EX Uniglide...

Thanks, it's actually a Shimano 600EX Uniglide hub with two dedicated single speed cogs; Surly 20t(w/spacer kit); a 16t UG screw on cog that doubles as a lock ring, and a Gussett chain tensioner. I...
12-09-17, 07:02 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,881
Posted By rodteague

Not a whole lot of love for Techniums; so here is...

Not a whole lot of love for Techniums; so here is mine. I bought it for a single speed conversion and as I began digging into the components, it appears the rear hub was changed to a Maillard and the...
12-09-17, 02:26 AM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,222
Posted By rodteague

My holy grail is a 3Rensho Tim Neenan signature...

My holy grail is a 3Rensho Tim Neenan signature Specialized Sequoia. I had a 1981 that I bought new while I was in college. I sold it a couple of years later to buy a Specialized stumpjumper. If I...
12-08-17, 10:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,251
Posted By rodteague

Agreed, made the mistake of posting in that forum...

Agreed, made the mistake of posting in that forum first. I'm very gratified to learn that the rest of BF is not indicative of what I experienced and witnessed initially. Live and learn. I'm liking...
12-08-17, 07:50 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 30,262
Posted By rodteague

Does he build wheels?

Does he build wheels?
12-08-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 30,262
Posted By rodteague

Although there are physics and scientific...

Although there are physics and scientific principles at bear here, your comment as well as many others, leads me to the conclusion that there are other dynamics that can't be measured or quantified....
12-08-17, 05:26 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 30,262
Posted By rodteague

Well, that cleared things up.....NOT! I read...

Well, that cleared things up.....NOT! I read about half the thread and it's just as entertaining as this one. I'll have to take your position as well; I still don't know:thumb: Thanks for the link...
12-08-17, 03:58 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 30,262
Posted By rodteague

I'm asking this again, since it appears it was...

I'm asking this again, since it appears it was lost in the "kerfuffle" :rolleyes:
12-08-17, 01:00 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 30,262
Posted By rodteague

Question I'm seeing the term "compression"...

Question

I'm seeing the term "compression" when describing what happens to a QR axle when the skewer is clamped. Would a more accurate term be "flexed" or "flexion"?

Regards

Rod
12-07-17, 09:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,251
Posted By rodteague

Mustache bars can bridge the gap of just a little...

Mustache bars can bridge the gap of just a little drop vs too much. They can also be flipped and used for an even more upright position. I love mine.
...
12-05-17, 07:22 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,129,637
Posted By rodteague

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-v9l-nSVIAHweLpW...

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-v9l-nSVIAHweLpWlDDQkn3mGsPd3dfBbEOVhqjGcXdCO4T6lmJa9yzyh_Wcp85A9nhqqSs1qz4fNl3QjWqSSwkUjp8z9Bg1v-yS0mXJPjBFyfhdegUCz7AZ37X8QjiXbr5K46CWRw

1989 Bianchi Alante;...
Forum: Commuting
12-05-17, 05:21 AM
Replies: 680
Views: 430,934
Posted By rodteague

I can't speak for anyone else; but, for me, it's...

I can't speak for anyone else; but, for me, it's a throw back to a time when craftsmanship and artistry were appreciated. A renaissance if you may. It's nice to see a company embrace it and be...
12-03-17, 11:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,114
Posted By rodteague

In the open I agree; but in heavy timber a flash...

In the open I agree; but in heavy timber a flash of orange, can easily be mistaken for a moving bird, and will draw the attention of of the hunter who is generally sitting on the ground well...
12-03-17, 11:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,114
Posted By rodteague

Agreed. As to turkey hunts, there are generally...

Agreed. As to turkey hunts, there are generally no requirements not to wear certain colors. The NWTF just makes recommendations and most states now exempt turkey; archery and waterfowl seasons from...
12-03-17, 02:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,114
Posted By rodteague

It's the law in most states that during modern...

It's the law in most states that during modern firearms and muzzleloader hunting seasons; all hunters on lands used for hunting must wear "hunter orange" even if you are not carrying a firearm. The...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-17, 10:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,635
Posted By rodteague

A bike of traditional geometry; preferably a...

A bike of traditional geometry; preferably a lugged frame with wider 700c/27" tires. 32mm minimum; 34-36mm ideally, but up to 38mm. Fenders a must.

Regards

Rod
Forum: Commuting
11-30-17, 10:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,406
Posted By rodteague

OMG I would have died to have fat tires like that...

OMG I would have died to have fat tires like that on a schwinn stingray back in the sixties. I would have been the coolest kid on the block:thumb:
11-30-17, 10:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,505
Posted By rodteague

Good point and thank you:thumb:

Good point and thank you:thumb:
11-30-17, 10:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,505
Posted By rodteague

Again, no victim blaming here; and the comments...

Again, no victim blaming here; and the comments are not overly defensive. In fact, just the opposite is true. I offer a differing perspective that is clearly not popular with a few of you. Using the...
11-30-17, 02:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,505
Posted By rodteague

Your comment is not only inflammatory, but is...

Your comment is not only inflammatory, but is highly disrespectful and misses the point. My suggestion is that you choose your words more carefully in the future. There has been no attempt to put...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-17, 11:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,406
Posted By rodteague

a set of ape hanger handle bars and a longer seat...

a set of ape hanger handle bars and a longer seat post; shouldn't be a problem. Larger tooth front chainring should be simple enough. I don't see any issues in making the conversion. good luck!
...
Forum: Commuting
11-26-17, 09:37 PM
Replies: 680
Views: 430,934
Posted By rodteague

Thank you :)

Thank you :)
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