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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-12, 11:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,368
Posted By bumpalong

Congrats on your find! The cycling gods are...

Congrats on your find! The cycling gods are clearly sending you a message.

Just to state the obvious though in case you aren't already familiar with bicycle sizing - whether or not that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 02:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,268
Posted By bumpalong

Cheers folks. I'm trying hard to not add to the...

Cheers folks. I'm trying hard to not add to the stable unless it is mighty compelling.

But I can give that idea up any second...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 11:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,268
Posted By bumpalong

Thanks Bianchigirl. I'm not sure of the tubing -...

Thanks Bianchigirl. I'm not sure of the tubing - according to the seller the only sticker offering a clue is on the fork and refers to it being Cr-Mo.

So I'm assuming that as it is welded this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 09:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,268
Posted By bumpalong

... And here is a picture....

... And here is a picture....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,268
Posted By bumpalong

Univega Superstrada confusion

I'm looking for some information on what is likely a 90's Univega Superstrada. After getting all excited that I'd found an old Miyata made high end frame, the bike in question appears to be TIG...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-11, 09:08 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,399
Posted By bumpalong

Just dropped my 1991 RB-1 at the powder coater's...

Just dropped my 1991 RB-1 at the powder coater's a couple hours ago. Wish I had a picture. Weeks ago I was tempted to redo it in yellow to match your collor scheme (love that yellow), but Velocals...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

Thanks Southpaw - very helpful. I don't have...

Thanks Southpaw - very helpful. I don't have facing/chasing tools, so you have me thinking. In any case, it's now down to two choices. I'll give it some thought - and eventually post the results.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

OK - nobody shoot me here, but I've always liked...

OK - nobody shoot me here, but I've always liked the metalic finishes, which I understand they list as a special power. I want to get as close as possible to the original team blue, but metalic.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

That's the name I was trying to remember. Thanks...

That's the name I was trying to remember. Thanks Scott.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

Orrery - if it doesn't get registered on this...

Orrery - if it doesn't get registered on this thread I'll send you a PM you with what I find out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 11:41 AM
Replies: 1,007
Views: 78,118
Posted By bumpalong

stunning picture...

stunning picture...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

I did. It was listed simply as a 'miyata bike' in...

I did. It was listed simply as a 'miyata bike' in Medford, but the description said it had original Dura-Ace components which is what made me jump.

Orrey - I am in the same position. I've seen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 860
Posted By bumpalong

Could you recommend a powdercoater in MA?

If you know a powdercoater in Massachusetts - preferably not too far from the Boston area - that does a quality job for a reasonable price, could you kindly send me a PM? Finally found a Team Miyata...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-11, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,222
Posted By bumpalong

This is what she'll look like once you're done...

This is what she'll look like once you're done (and +1 - only if the seat post moves)

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5144/5615604351_95116f46ef_b.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-23-11, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,466
Posted By bumpalong

For $125 you did very nicely. That is a fine...

For $125 you did very nicely. That is a fine riding bike - as Bianchigirl suggested Columbus tretubi with Aelle stays. One suggestion - if you plan to ride it much, you may want would to replace...
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
10-13-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 519
Posted By bumpalong

Sounds like a great time Michael. Unfortunately...

Sounds like a great time Michael. Unfortunately too long a drive for me, but you've inspired me to look into velodromes in the Boston area where we could hold something similar.

It would be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-11, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2,264
Views: 780,372
Posted By bumpalong

I have a 54cm (53?) black Vitus 979 (not sure of...

I have a 54cm (53?) black Vitus 979 (not sure of year) with original mavic crankset, mavic hubs laced to mavic rims, shimano 600 derraileurs, all in very reasonable shape. Looking to trade for same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-11, 05:38 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,746
Posted By bumpalong

When I first posted on this forum I was looking...

When I first posted on this forum I was looking for information about the beat up Motobecane Supermirage I had found in the sidewalk trash and was all excited about restoring. I got a patient...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-11, 07:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,594
Posted By bumpalong

Pretty sure those are Dural fenders - original...

Pretty sure those are Dural fenders - original equipment on a number of Peugeots of the era.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-11, 08:19 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,941
Posted By bumpalong

Congratulations tom7. You have a truly unique...

Congratulations tom7. You have a truly unique piece there - something worth treating with care and consideration.

You will want to start with a careful read of the oxalic acid rust removal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-11, 09:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,077
Posted By bumpalong

Patience is key. Also enthusiasm and respect...

Patience is key. Also enthusiasm and respect toward the seller.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-11, 07:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,873
Posted By bumpalong

A lightweight mixte with a racing or sport...

A lightweight mixte with a racing or sport touring geometry and lightweight components (particularly a quality modern wheelset) will be a world of difference from your Superbe. Given your size a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-11, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,465
Posted By bumpalong

The 914 is a great frame and trust me, assuming...

The 914 is a great frame and trust me, assuming it is not damaged, is well worth $30. Does it not include the fork? Like the frame it should be splined Miyata CroMo. Good stuff. If you need to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-11, 07:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,188
Posted By bumpalong

Molto bello Sjacka! I'd never seen a Montello...

Molto bello Sjacka! I'd never seen a Montello before. Enjoy the view....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-11, 07:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,854
Posted By bumpalong

Great bike RHeitzel. You've gotten lucky. I...

Great bike RHeitzel. You've gotten lucky.

I was out on my 89 Miyata 914 today. One my all time favorite bikes. It handles with such precision, rides so silently and seems to just beg to go fast....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-11, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By bumpalong

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-11, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By bumpalong

Mystery Trek

Could anyone tell me what year and model this Trek is? I've scanned Vintage Trek and can't find anything that seems to match the description for this tone of blue with yellow stickers. This photo is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-11, 09:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By bumpalong

Thanks for the help John. Let me make sure I...

Thanks for the help John. Let me make sure I understand - the races you refer to are the rings above and below the needle bearing ring on the fork tube (in the picture)? Otherwise things look right?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-11, 08:41 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,454
Posted By bumpalong

As a noob here I've learned a good bit from your...

As a noob here I've learned a good bit from your posts BBM. I'll pile on with the thanks.

Tho dang after that photo ^^^ now I'm scared s***less of you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-11, 08:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By bumpalong

Help! How does this Simplex headset come together?

Last fall I fully took apart a Peugeot Triathlon, but got bogged down with a stuck seatpost (which I am happy to say, after months of PB Blaster, nudging, coaxing, sweat and tears, has finally come...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-10, 11:57 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,835
Posted By bumpalong

WOW, this is one BAD looking bike. Not only is...

WOW, this is one BAD looking bike. Not only is the orange beautiful, but it looks like a cheetah just waiting to gobble up some road. I can only imagine how much you are itching to get out on her -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 11,057
Posted By bumpalong

My lady (and though my wife, she is very much my...

My lady (and though my wife, she is very much my lady) is a great sport. Though that became clear to me over time, and the process of me learning this is a tale I tell to a good many.

When we got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-10, 11:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,709
Posted By bumpalong

+1. Given the Piaggio sticker and the components...

+1. Given the Piaggio sticker and the components you mention this bike may have been made a little later than 79 - perhaps early to mid 80's. How did you determine that it was a 79? If in doubt I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,117
Posted By bumpalong

Mama mia! Bellissimo. I would say that this is an...

Mama mia! Bellissimo. I would say that this is an example of the essence of C&V.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-16-10, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 456
Posted By bumpalong

Looks like a repainted Raleigh Sport to me. I'd...

Looks like a repainted Raleigh Sport to me. I'd guess late 60's. You can likely date it from the Sturmey Archer hub (assuming it is original to the bike). You can see what to look for here:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-10, 09:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,116
Posted By bumpalong

Thanks guys (gals?). I appreciate the input and...

Thanks guys (gals?). I appreciate the input and the encouragement. The discussion and couple PM's have oppened up some great possibilities. I like some of the black wheel suggestions but think I'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-10, 11:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,104
Posted By bumpalong

Well, the results affirm my biases so I'm...

Well, the results affirm my biases so I'm inclined to accept his findings and to think he is a wise man :p

I agree there seem to be issues with his experiment design though and am not too clear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-10, 11:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,116
Posted By bumpalong

How to build up a Merckx Corsa Extra?

I'm getting ready to build up my main winter project - the Merckx Corsa Extra Team Telekom frame below (which I am totally in love with) and would really welcome some collective...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-10, 03:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,560
Posted By bumpalong

You dog! Very, very nice catch. I can't imagine...

You dog! Very, very nice catch. I can't imagine many of these got made. She's a beauty. Congratulations!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,089
Posted By bumpalong

mudboy - great reference there, thanks. Those...

mudboy - great reference there, thanks. Those photos are terrrific. Only small quibble is I wish the photographer had taken pictures of the top of the headset to top tube lugs since often the cutouts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-10, 01:25 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,080
Posted By bumpalong

I'd say factor in the price of a repaint/new...

I'd say factor in the price of a repaint/new decals and make an offer accordingly. If this bike nice fresh repaint at close to this cost I doubt you'd the thinking twice...

Looks like the front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-10, 08:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By bumpalong

Ok, leaving behind the possibility of a bike...

Ok, leaving behind the possibility of a bike fitting 'killing ap' for now, is there a calculation to be used for determining ideal top tube size? Is it some ratio applied to torso length? If so, how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By bumpalong

Anyone know of a top tube sizing chart?

Does anyone know of a top tube sizing recommendation chart, similar to the many available to seat tube sizing?

While I am pretty clear on what feels right from seat tube length point of view, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 10:49 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,498
Posted By bumpalong

+1. Happened with me. And I am really grateful -...

+1. Happened with me. And I am really grateful - the forum has brought me much joy (new friends, new knowledge, new appreciation for aesthetics, new wrenching skills, new places I've visited, better...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 10:06 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 8,290
Posted By bumpalong

That's a great statement DRietz. +1. But I'm...

That's a great statement DRietz. +1. But I'm suspect because I'm 45 ... :D
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-01-10, 10:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,109
Posted By bumpalong

Beautiful bike! This is an ebay candidate for...

Beautiful bike! This is an ebay candidate for sure. I'll bet many collectors around the world would get pretty excited by a Superleggera in this condition. Just be sure to clean it up nicely and post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-10, 11:29 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,374
Posted By bumpalong

Just one. One right after the other... ...

Just one. One right after the other...

Seriously though, I find much of the appreciation and magic of C&V lies in the enourmous breadth and variety of the bicycle world. That's what keeps it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-10, 11:14 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 13,258
Posted By bumpalong

Very attractive looking bike. No need for a...

Very attractive looking bike. No need for a repaint in my opinion.

Could you identify those gold annodized brakes and levers? That is a great looking set, and nice match to the bottle holder.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-22-10, 04:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,687
Posted By bumpalong

Hey all - thanks (I think...). 17 is on and feels...

Hey all - thanks (I think...). 17 is on and feels just right - not too hot and not too cold. It does require a little extra up a couple hills (pebbles) but on the other hand I can keep a stable,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-10, 10:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,271
Posted By bumpalong

Just to clarify - would that be the younger (i.e....

Just to clarify - would that be the younger (i.e. the more recent) the bike?
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