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03-15-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 634
Posted By bykemike

Nice Crank Cat! What is the BCD on this?

Nice Crank Cat! What is the BCD on this?
03-09-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 216
Posted By bykemike

I am still looking for a reason to use these...

I am still looking for a reason to use these myself, I like the lettering and "Speedy" tag. I may even have the levers that came with these brakes,
03-06-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 216
Posted By bykemike

Mondolo Speedy vintage brake set 70's-80's

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02-23-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7,672
Views: 903,062
Posted By bykemike

Working on my new to me 1985 Trek 2000, I've been...

Working on my new to me 1985 Trek 2000, I've been ebaying up a bunch of carefully curated Dura Ace parts to do some justice to this old guy. I have a nice set of Mavic wheels laced to Phil hubs to...
02-23-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By bykemike

An update. I have the actual 1985 Trek 2000...

An update.

I have the actual 1985 Trek 2000 seat bolt. Oh yee of little faith it measures as an M4.5 bolt with the trick little knurled nut, all chromed.

Here it is next to an M 6 bolt for...
02-19-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By bykemike

Headset ! PM sent

Headset ! PM sent
02-17-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By bykemike

Oh, no problem at all, While I have a Trek guy...

Oh, no problem at all, While I have a Trek guy to talk to...what is the rational for doing the seatbolt thru the seat stays like that? I think it is very cool looking but I haven't seen that design...
02-16-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By bykemike

I've got my share of calipers and assorted tools,...

I've got my share of calipers and assorted tools, I'm ok in that department. The M6 knurled cap head screw as depicted by Bianchigirll...I've got a bin with a number of them and they will not go...
02-16-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By bykemike

I do have one of the older style Ace Hardware...

I do have one of the older style Ace Hardware with a full isle of all kinds of things nuts and bolts.

I'll give it a try but I am really hoping for the right bolt, I'm hoping to get a nice period...
02-16-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By bykemike

1985 Trek 2000 seatpost bolt

I just bought a nice condition 1985 Trek 2000 frame from one of our members, nice frame, good deal , can't wait to build it up and ride it.

I've gone ahead and bought a nice Dura Ace 7400 box of...
02-05-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 483
Posted By bykemike

PM'ed I'll take these

PM'ed I'll take these
02-02-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By bykemike

Hey aceves! You should be paid for this...

Hey aceves!

You should be paid for this frame, TTY soon about getting it shipped. I'll PM you my shipping address

Thanks
02-02-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By bykemike

PM'ed

PM'ed
01-24-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By bykemike

I did but I will try again this afternoon ...

I did but I will try again this afternoon

I will be sure I am using the correct number as well, Thanks for the prompt to try again
01-23-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By bykemike

Well three scenarios, I could run my track bike,...

Well three scenarios, I could run my track bike, (I use it as a road bike anyway) with QR's like it has, I can figure a way to grind something down to increase the clearance. Or, I could put them...
01-23-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By bykemike

Glad to have some info.! I have had the axle...

Glad to have some info.! I have had the axle bells off both the front and rear, the axle then just pulls right out, no problem.

I'll send another picture or two
01-23-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By bykemike

Phil Wood hubs question/help

I purchased a real nice set of wheels (maybe from an inmate here) and have been using them on my vintage road bike, 7 speed with 130 spacing.
I am shaking things up a little and want to move them to...
01-21-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 885
Posted By bykemike

Nice gesture Adv Man! What size is this nice...

Nice gesture Adv Man! What size is this nice Raleigh?
01-09-24, 05:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By bykemike

I'll take them, PM inbound

I'll take them, PM inbound
12-28-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By bykemike

Good eye and this is all part of sorting out some...

Good eye and this is all part of sorting out some of the things you find when you get a used bike. The V brakes were out of adjustment plus, (you will love this) the brake cable ends had been left...
12-28-23, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By bykemike

Got out for a 20 miler on the Ritte, good ride, I...

Got out for a 20 miler on the Ritte, good ride, I need to set the bars,seat height and I need another seat, this one just isn't working for me.

Just before going out i put on a set of new tires,...
12-27-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By bykemike

New to me 2013 Ritte Carbon Cyclocross

New to me later today that is. Following my usual method of buying things that attract me without totally checking them out I went ahead on the purchase of a used Ritte Cyclocross bike.

I like...
12-25-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By bykemike

Thanks Russ, I am eying a Posiden FX right...

Thanks Russ,

I am eying a Posiden FX right now as well as a couple of Breeds that have popped up FMP in the area. Want to keep it simple and light , my road SS bikes are always a joy, just float...
12-23-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By bykemike

single speed cyclocross

I am looking at a couple of Felt Breed bikes, one complete, one frame and parts only,

I have a habit of getting fixated on a single brand/style of bikes (motorycles too) and often wish I had...
12-21-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By bykemike

Thanks Bert! My Stronglights (on my track bikes)...

Thanks Bert! My Stronglights (on my track bikes) are 130, Is that a single speed thing?
12-21-23, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By bykemike

what is the BCD on these cranks? They are...

what is the BCD on these cranks? They are beautiful BTW
12-03-23, 05:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 898
Posted By bykemike

Garmin HRM not working for me at all. I had one...

Garmin HRM not working for me at all. I had one that didn't do too bad but it was spotty, cutting in and out all the time. I was getting frustrated as hell with it so I bought a new one, which has...
11-21-23, 04:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By bykemike

Terrible in a cross wind, they look really good...

Terrible in a cross wind, they look really good though. Just discs that sandwich the existing wheel and attach to each other. They may be made by moon, that is a moon sticker you can see on the...
11-19-23, 06:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By bykemike

Roger and all who responded, thank you so much. ...

Roger and all who responded, thank you so much.

Thanks for responding to me about this bike, I really appreciate the time and effort you put into it, I am trying to avoid making a mistake in how I...
11-18-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By bykemike

I'm hoping to find someone that knows these...

I'm hoping to find someone that knows these bikes. I have looked at a few hundred images of Monarks during the day today without seeing a single one that looks like this one with the solid aluminum...
11-18-23, 02:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By bykemike

I am going to need some guidance with this old...

I am going to need some guidance with this old boy.

I put on a chain and it can be ridden and shifted a bit. It appears this is not an IGH but a common Schwinn coaster brake hub with...
11-18-23, 10:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By bykemike

Monark Silver King, IGH, all aluminum frame

This just came into my life, a Monark Silver King bicycle. 3 speed IGH hub, mostly original, rides but needs a new chain.

This is pretty weird but seemingly high quality, all aluminum but seems...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,047
Posted By bykemike

Read The Midlife Cyclist, or, at the very least...

Read The Midlife Cyclist, or, at the very least read this review of the book.

Book Review: The MidLife Cyclist by Phil Cavell – The Cycling Independent...
09-17-23, 05:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

I appreciate the kind words, I love getting this...

I appreciate the kind words, I love getting this out on the local bike paths and some of the lesser traveled country roads for a ride, Around here, sadly, I seldom, if ever, run into another road...
09-09-23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Putting on some miles and, of course , making...

Putting on some miles and, of course , making changes. New wheels with Phil hubs, new freewheel 13-28 and it shifts right up/down with zero issues.
I spooned on a set of Gatorskins, 28's if you can...
09-03-23, 07:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 858
Posted By bykemike

It resembles my late 70's Rex Criterium, almost...

It resembles my late 70's Rex Criterium, almost def higher end Japanese to my eye, My Rex was almost all chrome but only polished at select areas. The lugs were very much like the OP is showing....
08-23-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 588
Posted By bykemike

PM'ed, a few questions. I would like to use...

PM'ed, a few questions. I would like to use these on my track bike 100/120 spacing, is the rear wheel dished for a freewheel? If so I may still be interested but for one of my other bikes.

I...
08-23-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Back out on the trail, newish wheels, hubs...

Back out on the trail, newish wheels, hubs skewers, tires, and bars wrapped. This is growing on me!
...
08-21-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

I have found three examples around, this is one: ...

I have found three examples around, this is one:

Steel Vintage Bikes - Borgognoni Borg a. Classic Road Bike 1980s (steel-vintage.com)...
08-21-23, 04:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Who do I go to for bike decals? I've seen an...

Who do I go to for bike decals? I've seen an Australian business that offers a lot, I was thinking a bit more local possibly.
08-20-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

That was pre wrap, the bars have been rolled...

That was pre wrap, the bars have been rolled forward a little, levers sitting about the same and the stem dropped a bit.
But, best of all, it fits me real good, oh yeah changed seat as well, the...
08-20-23, 09:43 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Thanks Mike. Still have a new set of wheels to...

Thanks Mike. Still have a new set of wheels to put on. I got the bars wrapped this morning, serviced the bottom bracket at the same time so it doesn't fall apart again :rolleyes:
08-20-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

A few pictures from the maiden voyage, I was so...

A few pictures from the maiden voyage, I was so happy with it I did it again this morning, I made it 20 miles before my bottom bracket started coming loose, the drive side lockring had not been...
08-19-23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Rode our local bike lane for 15 miles this...

Rode our local bike lane for 15 miles this afternoon (maiden voyage) took a few pics I'll post tomorrow. Took a different route than expected. I couldn't get a good chainline using the campy pista...
08-18-23, 04:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Thanks for that! I have three other rim brake...

Thanks for that! I have three other rim brake bikes and all have Sram Red brakes on them, they are supposed to be one of the lightest production rim brakes out there and it is easier to find them now...
08-17-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Sitting on it's wheels, but new wheels are coming...

Sitting on it's wheels, but new wheels are coming in a few days as well as an NOS freewheel. Crank should be here Tuesday, I have a chain on the shelf. Gotta do a bar wrap and get that little piece...
08-17-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 279
Posted By bykemike

Got It! Just luck, works fine, I couldn't find...

Got It! Just luck, works fine, I couldn't find much info about it
08-17-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 279
Posted By bykemike

Campy 7 speed indexed downtube shifter reassembly?

I , sadly, disassembled my Campy 7 speed downtube shifter, how the heck does it go back together?
08-16-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 468
Posted By bykemike

Vintage Miele Road Frame, 54 cm, Columbus SL tubing

A fairly nice, maybe late 70's Miele Road frame, 54 CM, Came with a mixed Campy group, some C Record, the rest Athena, a little light frame rust. Tips the scales at 4 lbs 6 oz.
Italian BB, threaded...
08-14-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,697
Posted By bykemike

Got my parts donor bike Sunday afternoon, ran it...

Got my parts donor bike Sunday afternoon, ran it by my shop just to set it in a stand and poke around on it a bit. 3 hours later I'm looking at a bare frame and a bench with a bunch of plastic bags...
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