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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,574
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol you guys crack me up Gonna try the...

lol you guys crack me up


Gonna try the Record wheelset on it today and see how things improve, because I did like the geometry, felt efficient.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,574
Posted By AdventureManCO

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or...

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or something?

I've run across a bunch of stuck posts and stems here and there throughout the years. Others have far more experience than I do, but I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 169
Posted By AdventureManCO

EDIT: reading comprehension. I wish you the...

EDIT: reading comprehension.

I wish you the very best in finding someone who will cherish these bikes from your family!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher...

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher X-caliber from 1996 and under (for a couple of years I think) was basically the exact same frame, and it may fly more under the radar. Of course, these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

You should get a build thread on this one. Not...

You should get a build thread on this one. Not every day a Super Corsa pops up, and it looks like its got a great ratio of desirability/patina. Will eagerly look forward to this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly...

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly me!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,574
Posted By AdventureManCO

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day,...

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day, and it is a nice rider! Like I predicted, the wheelset and tire combo made it feel a bit sluggish, but I'm also getting better at telling where that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 759
Posted By AdventureManCO

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500...

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500 smackers somewhere on the East Coast...Maryland, maybe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got...

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got to be some catch. I'm a little gun-shy now about things like this that look too good. A couple weeks back I went to go check out a motorcycle that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my...

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my collection is just crap. Well, I mean other than the Guac and maybe the the Trek 930 (which is already sort of 'meh'). Half my bikes don't even fit me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just...

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just $195 a peice. The panto'd Guerc? No way.

I'm not close, unfortunately. Or fortunately? I can't tell!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay...

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay ends? If so, that is a great buy. I actually dig the weathered look. Replace that gnarly seat and off you go!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my...

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my son's Miyata rides, which took my completely by surprise because I was expecting it to ride like a slug because they are known for being great riders...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd...

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd Guerciotti w/ Super Record?? This guy has some serious equipment that I feel is going to be EXTREMELY dangerous for most of this group. Yowza.


**must...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hmm...you are right, dang it! I was so impressed...

Hmm...you are right, dang it! I was so impressed w/ the ride of my little 50cm 1000 that I figured I'd low key keep an eye out for a slightly larger one. This one is perfectly my size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 11,340
Posted By AdventureManCO

Oooh.. SoCaled how close is this to you?

Oooh.. SoCaled how close is this to you?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,574
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wasn't there a Trek (a 760 or thereabouts) that...

Wasn't there a Trek (a 760 or thereabouts) that also was locked up somewhere near the beach to rot away forever? It is unfortunate, but likely the only recourse here is a removal by authorities, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

It's so odd, the elation that comes with bikes...

It's so odd, the elation that comes with bikes leaving, that nearly rivals the elation of bikes coming in haha.

Great work. Not only does it free up actual space, it frees up mental space as well....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,574
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, talk about a thread revive! I thought...

Well, talk about a thread revive!

I thought it time I finished up a project for once, so here is the Jungle Junker all (well, 98%) fixed up!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good man! I use that same logic - 'let me get...

Good man! I use that same logic - 'let me get rid of two or three of the beaters, then bring home one I really want and I'll still be down one' but hey it works!

I have to decide what will be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,097
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not anymore. You've done a great job of...

Not anymore.

You've done a great job of preserving your Trek for the years you've had it! Maybe it's time to let it go.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,063
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes,...

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes, there are some solid dudes on this forum, and Dave is right up there w/ the best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,189
Posted By AdventureManCO

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer...

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer mechanic for a kid's bicycle program?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

What I have found is if you have something that...

What I have found is if you have something that becomes a priority moreso than the bikes or said acquisition of bikes, it becomes easy to shed the accumulation. For example, one of my favorite...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,189
Posted By AdventureManCO

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're...

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're already injured from hurling a Huffy frame:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,189
Posted By AdventureManCO

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!? That is...

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!?

That is low, even for me. Unless they are to be used appropriately, like for the garbage, or a Paramount. You have Paramounts.

Jus sayin'
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this...

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this question, but each time something happened with the browser, the internet connection, etc.

I don't know the current weight, as the bike is in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

And don't forget, according to iab it will also...

And don't forget, according to iab it will also help you feel better about your own life and circumstances. You know, sort of a daily mental self care routine:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew...

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew showing up at your door:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,467
Posted By AdventureManCO

What a fun thread. What is that rusty frame...

What a fun thread.

What is that rusty frame tubing made from? The thinner the tubing (typically, the higher the quality), the more compromised a frame can get from corrosion. One of the benefits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

*blink twice if complying under duress*

*blink twice if complying under duress*
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 367
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you...

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you as you ride it more, to help direct you with a path of upgrades. If it is the same Crosscut I am thinking it is, it is part of a class of bicycles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,934
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? I...

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? I see no provisions for a crane:D

EDIT: Seeing the photo up close now, it looks like a Paramount. And here I thought it was a Continental or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,934
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not all heroes wear capes.

Not all heroes wear capes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 632
Posted By AdventureManCO

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original...

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original Imron paint these came with is desirable, therefore if you can 'polish' off the silver at the ends, and use touch up paint, that's what I would try, to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle...

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle in the garage. First time in a long time!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even...

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even able to happen. It would be impossible for this project to be as pointless and offensive as it has been if it wasn't for heroes like you and many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a...

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a bike going into the hands of someone who is ecstatic about it, isn't it? Very well done!


I'm re-evaluating my space in the garage yet again. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,286
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wishing you only the best in your healing and...

Wishing you only the best in your healing and continued improvement in range of motion and flexibilty. Keep at it. You WILL get it back!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 872
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail me, except to say that I'm grateful that this community provided joy to him and I will promise to do what I can to be what he appreciated about this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-11-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,267
Posted By AdventureManCO

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the...

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the Springfield side of things if I go.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 188
Posted By AdventureManCO

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. ...

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. Eagerly looking forward to what you come up with it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 13,684
Posted By AdventureManCO

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than...

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than the sheer fact that all of these can easily qualify as wall art, and hence another barrier for selling. Good job.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was...

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was a collective ‘oh no’ upon seeing this thread back in the front page, I’m sure. Sure warms my heart though:love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture...

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture would come in handy!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,267
Posted By AdventureManCO

Justamy Which part of MO are you located...

Justamy

Which part of MO are you located near? I ask because I *might* be taking a trip there for something a little unrelated (still two wheels though) in the upcoming weeks, and it got me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 106,368
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from...

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from the bowels of the C&V sewers to end up on the front page again:lol:


Thanks for reading through (some or all of) the thread and I apologize if it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 457
Posted By AdventureManCO

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head...

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head tubes being REALLY big. If it fits, rock it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 613
Posted By AdventureManCO

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a...

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a little better), in this same size, and same rare (magenta?) color. Original Brooks saddle. Was $125 for weeks and weeks and it tempted me but decided...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-07-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By AdventureManCO

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to...

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to know!
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