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Search: Posts Made By: PhotonDon
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 221
Posted By PhotonDon

Such good riders! Enjoy

Such good riders! Enjoy
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 487
Posted By PhotonDon

Good story. They are almost indestructible

Good story. They are almost indestructible
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 959
Posted By PhotonDon

Wow, I posted this and went dark for few days,...

Wow, I posted this and went dark for few days, not really expecting a response. Its nice that y'all responded in such a loving way.

Just a few answers to questions/ Comments
Duck is short for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 959
Posted By PhotonDon

Goodbye, old friend

I just spent 12 hours driving back from my old hometown to attend the memorial service of my old school friend, Duck. We all got caught up in the early 70s bike boom, and decided we had to make a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,932
Posted By PhotonDon

Yep. I was asking him to post a drive side pic of...

Yep. I was asking him to post a drive side pic of the entire bike. OP got a score
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-25-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By PhotonDon

Thanks Guys! I couldn't respond earlier...

Thanks Guys! I couldn't respond earlier (babysitting grandkids) but you've taken a load off my paranoid mind. It makes perfect sense. This rando stuff takes a bit of learning curve. All the things...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-23, 01:50 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,932
Posted By PhotonDon

Shoot! I just asked the seller about this bike. ...

Shoot! I just asked the seller about this bike. He hasn't marked it as sold yet. Enjoy it!!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-25-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By PhotonDon

Generator Hub- What is Normal?

I bought a set of vey lightly used rando type wheels with a Shimano Alfine generator hub. When I turn the axle by hand, there is a definite "cogging" feel from the hub. I realize generator hubs must...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-23, 02:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,362
Posted By PhotonDon

My 81 710 is a great rider. Too bad its too...

My 81 710 is a great rider. Too bad its too small for me
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-23, 09:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,392
Posted By PhotonDon

Bravo

Great story great bike great result
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-22, 03:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,157
Posted By PhotonDon

I was thinking long term when Steve Rex built...

I was thinking long term when Steve Rex built this for me. Not long after this picture I flipped the stem to horizontal, but the option is there when/if I need it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-22, 07:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,751
Posted By PhotonDon

I lived close to the other end (Alabama's Chief...

I lived close to the other end (Alabama's Chief Ladiga Trail). We would ride to the state line and invariably hang out with the Georgia riders
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-22, 07:42 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,751
Posted By PhotonDon

Oh man I am impressed and proud of you for going...

Oh man I am impressed and proud of you for going the extra mile(s) to bring back an old friend. We should all have machines we would do that for.

On an unrelated note, my son lives at the Battery,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,379
Posted By PhotonDon

Merry christmas!

Merry christmas!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,721
Posted By PhotonDon

Seems reasonable:innocent:

Seems reasonable:innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,926
Posted By PhotonDon

Oh, this is not good

Oh, this is not good
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,333
Posted By PhotonDon

Finally bit the bullet and wrapped a red bike ...

Finally bit the bullet and wrapped a red bike bar w white (fizik) tape. Ten rides in and no discernible dirt. Two things I do differently; I always wash my hands before the ride, and I don't wear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 778
Posted By PhotonDon

Thanks for all the replies/suggestions. Having...

Thanks for all the replies/suggestions. Having bikes from the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2K, (not to mention French bikes!) Ive got a hodgepodge of standards. Some can be standardized, some never will. Im...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-22, 07:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 778
Posted By PhotonDon

I just MIGHT be able to round up a beer can. ...

I just MIGHT be able to round up a beer can. THat was my first idea.

The last question I forgot; What year did Cinelli change from 26.4 to 26.0?

Thanks again!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-22, 06:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 778
Posted By PhotonDon

Damn it, Cino!

I pulled a sweet Cinelli 22.0 stem out of my ancient parts box to put on my Moto Grand Record, then realized that it may well be designed for the old Cinelli 26.4 bars.
Two questions: Its not a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-22, 06:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,705
Posted By PhotonDon

I had a '91 R800 (same frame?). It was the...

I had a '91 R800 (same frame?). It was the fastest, quickest bike I've ever owned. BUT, back in the day we were using 21-23mm tires pumped to 125 PSI, and that made the AL fork beat me mercilessly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,333
Posted By PhotonDon

Nice bike and great story! Please tell me about...

Nice bike and great story! Please tell me about that Brooks saddle on the Novara. It looks to be an old Professional, but did you "butcher" t or is it original? It looks very nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,295
Posted By PhotonDon

Yeah, Ive used waxed mens laces, rough-ish...

Yeah, Ive used waxed mens laces, rough-ish leather laces, and zipties. Zipties are probably the worst because they can cut into the leather, but sometimes you use what you have laying around.
Be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,393
Posted By PhotonDon

Sadly, I remember that particular Bicycling!...

Sadly, I remember that particular Bicycling! article
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-22, 08:52 AM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

Finally. Even though I used almost all parts from...

Finally. Even though I used almost all parts from existing stockpile, way more $ was spent than I intended. However, I like how it turned out. Hope you do too!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-22, 07:04 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4588_89d816f9e0f23ea1a7dc9ed07e662e9f00bd7664.jpeg
She's almost done. We just need a shorter stem and some white tape (Im a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-22, 06:53 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,449
Posted By PhotonDon

I have an opinion on this. There is a Compass...

I have an opinion on this. There is a Compass (Herse?) Rando on my Rex, a VO Rando on my TREK 710, and a Nitto Noodle on my newly rebuilt TREK 760. I like em all. Probably the most comfortable...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-22, 11:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,822
Posted By PhotonDon

It appears that someone was ready for a Big...

It appears that someone was ready for a Big Adventure
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-22, 08:00 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4513_79974d2538abdf312bd67529b3a4b13a126883a9.jpeg
Just a taste. Incorrect color, incorrect decals
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-22, 06:35 AM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

Nice, and the price makes it twice as nice! I...

Nice, and the price makes it twice as nice! I would be interested in hearing how the ride compares/contrasts to your Marinonis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

Call me MISTER Procrastinator I got my 760...

Call me MISTER Procrastinator

I got my 760 (85) back from Groody Bros Restoration today. It goes to the shop tomorrow for headset and BB installation. I looked back through this thread and noticed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,304
Posted By PhotonDon

There is NOTHING wrong with that build. ...

There is NOTHING wrong with that build. Absolutely classic
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-22, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 247
Posted By PhotonDon

Semi wild ass guess. Moto Le Champ?

Semi wild ass guess. Moto Le Champ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,011
Posted By PhotonDon

There's not a dog in this bunch, but I always...

There's not a dog in this bunch, but I always catch my breath when I see the sable/mink/blue Raleigh Professional. I saw a beautiful example of a fresh powder coated one at Groody Brothers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-22, 09:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 941
Posted By PhotonDon

DAMN, that's a pretty bike. I got nuthin else

DAMN, that's a pretty bike. I got nuthin else
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-22, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,323
Posted By PhotonDon

Very nice bike. I rode my '81 710 this morning....

Very nice bike. I rode my '81 710 this morning. I am becoming convinced that Reynolds 531 bikes are my best riders
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-22, 06:51 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,835
Posted By PhotonDon

Nicely done! It screams out for that white...

Nicely done! It screams out for that white tape/saddle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-22, 08:23 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 60,189
Posted By PhotonDon

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/73_moto_e36d33a4ff3122b09c591acd4aabc0de8e3067a8.jpeg
Okay, so here's the picture
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-22, 08:20 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 60,189
Posted By PhotonDon

Rusty and Crusty GR

At least I'm pretty sure its a GR, as the top tube is bare of lettering, or paint for that matter. However it looks sorta kinda like my 73 GR. Yes its trashy looking but it rides great, and who cares...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,581
Posted By PhotonDon

Oh baby oh baby oh baby.. Put some big tires on...

Oh baby oh baby oh baby.. Put some big tires on me and lets get dirty
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,162
Posted By PhotonDon

No mortal harm will come to you as long as you...

No mortal harm will come to you as long as you keep the original bars somewhere. Someone, someday will thank you and think kindly of you. Have fun!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-22, 05:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,137
Posted By PhotonDon

Nice catch! I just received my first set of Phil...

Nice catch! I just received my first set of Phil hubs, also on another set of 27" rims, and 6 speed. I don't know much about them, but IIRC they were considered pretty exotic in the 70s. I DO know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-22, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 519
Posted By PhotonDon

I dunno but its pretty cool

I dunno but its pretty cool
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-22, 08:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Posted By PhotonDon

Beautiful build! Ive never ridden a Mercian but...

Beautiful build! Ive never ridden a Mercian but I've never seen one that I didn't like

PLEASE tell us what powder coat brand and number that is!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-22, 07:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,672
Posted By PhotonDon

You are a good wife! Mine always lets me know...

You are a good wife! Mine always lets me know when she sees bike and audio gear. I always appreciate her
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-22, 03:41 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 46,860
Posted By PhotonDon

Can never have too much

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_3434_3e3fda0ba2ed4399f36352be10e00ecb52c09f39.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 963
Posted By PhotonDon

Indeed, as I said, the ad listed it as a...

Indeed, as I said, the ad listed it as a Campagnolo bike. After i told him no way, he said it was a Cinelli bike. I said no way, and tried to get him to get me a good pic of the downtube logo. After...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 04:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 963
Posted By PhotonDon

ChuckM. I recently moved to Northwest Arkansas...

ChuckM. I recently moved to Northwest Arkansas and discovered that the Tulsa /OKC area has both interesting bicycles and some fine vintage stereo gear ( my other sickness). A person easing into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 03:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 963
Posted By PhotonDon

Well Im straight south of Kansas City about...

Well Im straight south of Kansas City about three hours so it makes since that a regional builder's bike could migrate down here. Machinist42 your memory impresses me. No results of Wagner frames...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 03:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 963
Posted By PhotonDon

Cool

I KNEW someone knew the answer! Ill do a bit of research tonight. Yeah, that's not the prettiest logo that's graced a good looking bike
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