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02-09-23, 12:36 PM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Here it is February and I’m longingly looking at...

Here it is February and I’m longingly looking at the Criterium Series. Conditioning rides on the winter mtb to help buffer my first ride on the black beast. Can’t wait.
05-08-22, 05:37 PM
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Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

On the 9th season and still loving this ride....

On the 9th season and still loving this ride. When you find a perfect fit to your riding style, body type, nothing else can compare. Looking forward to blazing up the fog line.

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05-30-21, 06:48 AM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

1988 Criterium Series, weighing in at 19.5lbs... ...

1988 Criterium Series, weighing in at 19.5lbs...


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02-03-21, 03:15 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

When you come from the land of ice and snow...I...

When you come from the land of ice and snow...I even have time to triple polish this beastly babe.
02-02-21, 04:36 PM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

All reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated.

All reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated.
02-02-21, 09:00 AM
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Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

The ‘88 Cannondale Criterium series refit is...

The ‘88 Cannondale Criterium series refit is finished. I took time to give the Black Gold lacquer a 3 stage shine and it looks great. The close up doesn’t show the bigger picture but suffice to say...
01-17-21, 12:44 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Exactly. I think most will comment on the...

Exactly. I think most will comment on the vibration or road buzz. Yet nothing feels as smooth as when you ride fresh asphalt. That’s a whole nuther kind of smooth.
01-16-21, 06:44 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

No doubt they can be brutal on long rides with...

No doubt they can be brutal on long rides with poor roads, not to mention the aluminum fork this has. Longest ride for me on this bike was a few years back at 61 miles. The many hills and steep...
01-16-21, 05:03 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

After 7 years of great road performance, the...

After 7 years of great road performance, the Criterium Series gets a well deserved freshening up. The Vuelta Corsa Lite wheelset has been amazing and will have a new 7sp cassette on it. New bar tape,...
05-18-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m on the 7th season with this hardcore delight....

I’m on the 7th season with this hardcore delight. This summer I will be doing more miles than previous years. My max with this Criterium Series is 65 miles. Endurance isn’t my thing but base miles...
01-15-20, 09:53 AM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Nice Lightning! I could not nor would not pay the...

Nice Lightning! I could not nor would not pay the prices for those back in 2012 when I was bit by the raging BL bug. Then I found an ‘88 Criterium frame and found that these bikes are worthy of the...
01-14-20, 08:24 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Give it a shot. With a price like that it sure...

Give it a shot. With a price like that it sure gives room for logistics. Nice bike if all else is in good shape. These bikes command a premium.
01-14-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

That’s a nice bike. My friend has a near copy of...

That’s a nice bike. My friend has a near copy of that one. It was the first Criterium Series I had ridden and just had to have one. Your CL example looks to be an excellent deal.
01-14-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

After 6 seasons it’s time to replace the chain....

After 6 seasons it’s time to replace the chain. Pedals and clips, as well. This bike still stirs my riding passions. The past 2 seasons were lighter on mileage but with our return to home base and...
11-21-19, 10:27 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Sharp looking Cannondale! The cantilever stays...

Sharp looking Cannondale! The cantilever stays look totally cool on these gems.
02-08-19, 08:21 PM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Wow, that red really stands out! Sweet bike!

Wow, that red really stands out! Sweet bike!
02-08-19, 05:26 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Just installed the FSA Vero 50/34 and suddenly...

Just installed the FSA Vero 50/34 and suddenly not liking it being the dead of winter. Here is the Ryp’s Rocket in full tune and ready to rock the hills.
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06-18-18, 04:57 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Just stuck a new set of Michelin Pro4 Service...

Just stuck a new set of Michelin Pro4 Service Course skins on this rocket. Initial 2mi cruise, they feel quite zippy compared the heavier Krylions. The Pro4 SC is 35 grams lighter and a faster...
04-30-18, 10:25 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

I know that feeling. When you need a sporty feel,...

I know that feeling. When you need a sporty feel, plenty of hills and twisty downhills that demand handling and control, there is nothing like the Cdale Criterium Series!
04-25-18, 10:44 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

It was 4 years ago since that first ride, an...

It was 4 years ago since that first ride, an unforgettable moment. Last night I rode the second ride of the spring, a short 16.4mi 521ft ride through the countryside. In a seasonal sense comes a...
02-23-17, 05:30 AM
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Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Thank you, Bill! :)

Thank you, Bill! :)
02-22-17, 07:44 PM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

The Klein is an awesome bike with heritage. ...

The Klein is an awesome bike with heritage.

Gotta love that kick of acceleration aluminum gives.
02-22-17, 01:52 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

It's been 3 years since I began the Criterium...

It's been 3 years since I began the Criterium Series build and today I can say this is still my avorite roadie. Every bike has a feel of it's own, this one is a winner. The one characteristic that is...
04-27-16, 07:37 AM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Yes, which is typical for the era. Very agressive.

Yes, which is typical for the era. Very agressive.
04-27-16, 03:36 AM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

I'd like to ride one of those. Mine is the...

I'd like to ride one of those. Mine is the standard dropout '88 Crit with 74.25 angle. There is absolutely no flex when you stomp on it. Last season I rode into a 1/2mi sprint on a casual roll...and...
04-25-16, 04:41 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

The skittering of the front tire in a hard corner...

The skittering of the front tire in a hard corner is an exhillerating moment. I did that with a Technium PRE when trying to show off to a car following me down a country lane. A brisk downhill put me...
04-25-16, 10:15 AM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

I do remember that warning! :lol:

I do remember that warning! :lol:
04-24-16, 07:47 AM
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Last month I "crashed" the Criterium Series while...

Last month I "crashed" the Criterium Series while taking a bad line coming off the street onto a wet approach. Bike was fine, new paint unscratched and did put a heavy grind on the right side brake...
11-20-15, 09:52 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Yeah, I'll leave a note in the seat tube for my...

Yeah, I'll leave a note in the seat tube for my great grandkids to be careful with it. :lol:
11-20-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 277
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Posted By OldsCOOL

Love that bike! And the heap, what a cool place...

Love that bike! And the heap, what a cool place to dig around in. :)
11-20-15, 08:11 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

On a cold night. ***sigh***

On a cold night. ***sigh***
11-20-15, 07:23 PM
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Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Freshly applied decals! The paint job and build...

Freshly applied decals! The paint job and build is finally finished. Been waiting the past 2 seasons to do this. Thanks to Vintage Cannondale and 25clams, here it is:...
11-13-15, 05:34 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

My black beauty is getting fresh decals from...

My black beauty is getting fresh decals from Vintage Cannondale. It's the '88 Criterium Series set in red. No more stealth mode. Should look nice with the Vuelta wheelset and Michelin tires with red...
10-15-15, 08:22 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

:lol:

:lol:
09-03-15, 10:57 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Back to OT :) This bike continues to amaze...

Back to OT :)

This bike continues to amaze me in the way it fits (most importantly) but also in it's rideability in short sprints, 15mi TT's and even more into the world of endurance rides to...
08-03-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Just got in from another hill ride. The first 5...

Just got in from another hill ride. The first 5 miles is "kinda" flat, where there are small knolls that knock a few mph off the speed, then there is a turn that puts you up a 2 mile hill and 3 miles...
07-29-15, 02:24 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

They are a stable bike, it's to the unfamiliar...

They are a stable bike, it's to the unfamiliar that it's twitchy when comparing to other bikes. The harder you ride it, the more you appreciate it.
07-29-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

The bike/tire coordination is electric. I'm...

The bike/tire coordination is electric. I'm heading out the door for a ride on mine in about 10 minutes. These bikes rock.
07-29-15, 04:59 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

I run the Shimano 600 with indexed DT shifters...

I run the Shimano 600 with indexed DT shifters and with the 7sp 12-28HG it shifts like it rides, more by thought and intuition than by action and movement.
07-29-15, 04:46 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Oh, and they really take well to photos: ...

Oh, and they really take well to photos:

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h88/RevRyp/8D6F6BEE-2687-4B49-A8A8-F4CBA1FE34A7.jpg...
07-29-15, 03:57 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

There was the promo where a rider was standing on...

There was the promo where a rider was standing on the frame to prove their stiffness and dispell myths. I'd like to see that pic/ad.
07-29-15, 03:54 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

That bike was the subject of my dreams for 3...

That bike was the subject of my dreams for 3 years. Scarcity and prices were too much to deal with....so I built my own (in terms of paint scheme and frameset). Like you mentioned earlier, these...
07-28-15, 05:52 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Great climbers! Mine will get light in the front...

Great climbers! Mine will get light in the front when dieselling up the long grades and my speed drops. There is a side to side wiggle of the wheel due to pulling hard on the bars.
I run light...
04-28-15, 01:10 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

I love these CRIT bikes. The harder you ride them...

I love these CRIT bikes. The harder you ride them the more you appreciate them. I just came in from a 12mi hill ride where the first encounter is a winding and steepest-at-the-top kind of 2mi grade....
03-18-15, 03:47 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Handsome bike! There are others on this thread...

Handsome bike! There are others on this thread that say the same about their 974's. We have similar terrain and I have been tempted to go with a compact double. These bikes can climb.
03-14-15, 05:11 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

I I'll bet it rides like it's dechained. :) ...

I
I'll bet it rides like it's dechained. :)

Sharp bike.
03-14-15, 12:39 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Revelation time. Criterium's are notoriously...

Revelation time. Criterium's are notoriously twitchy with that steep 74.25deg headtube angle. This is even more noticeable the first few early season rides. While reviewing geometry measurements at...
03-11-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

Very nice!

Very nice!
03-11-15, 11:29 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

When I got home I grabbed a bucket and sloshed...

When I got home I grabbed a bucket and sloshed the bike good. Had me some splatter up the back of the cycling jacket....which will be worn proudly. :)
03-11-15, 04:03 AM
Replies: 277
Views: 73,962
Posted By OldsCOOL

First ride of the spring and CRITter gets the...

First ride of the spring and CRITter gets the honors. Tackled a 1.5 winding hill that I was pleasantly surprised to survive first time out. I love this bike. The descent was a little reserved this...
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