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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-21, 07:06 PM
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Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

For sure. I think it would have been better to...

For sure. I think it would have been better to offer it for $500 as-is, rather than pay a shop $850 and then offer it for $1100.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Very pretty, and fortunately look too small for...

Very pretty, and fortunately look too small for me (no size stated). Those posts look like they are for Mafac centerpulls, not canti.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-16, 11:51 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

I don't think the concern is how strong the wheel...

I don't think the concern is how strong the wheel is:

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/images/record-rear-hub.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-16, 01:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

It's a Ron Cooper. Nice find.

It's a Ron Cooper. Nice find.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-16, 06:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Here is what I mean: ...

Here is what I mean:

http://www.cadre.org/Merckx/catalog/Eddy%20Merckx%201990/CCF25022008_00001.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-16, 05:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Hard to tell, but it looks like a repaint. All...

Hard to tell, but it looks like a repaint. All 753 Merckx I have seen in person have had fastback seatstay attachments, not EM logo caps. But again, there is always an exception with Merckx.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-16, 04:33 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Nice looking bike, but I have a feeling it's not...

Nice looking bike, but I have a feeling it's not 753.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

This is actually my ad. The previous owner said...

This is actually my ad. The previous owner said she had it repainted plain black because it was "too flashy: :-(. I believe her, she also had a Serotta with no decals. I don't know if there is good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Is it really a Merckx? Which builder?

Is it really a Merckx? Which builder?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-15, 03:54 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Looks like all Victory, not a single Record...

Looks like all Victory, not a single Record component in sight.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-15, 04:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

The top tube length is an artificial measurement....

The top tube length is an artificial measurement. All things being equal, as the seat tube angle becomes more steep (vertical), you set back your seat to maintain your normal position with respect to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

The top tube is equivalent to 55 or 56 cm in...

The top tube is equivalent to 55 or 56 cm in standard geometry, notice how slack the seat tube is. Also note that it is shown with a forward offset seatpost in the original picture.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-15, 09:55 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Actually the lowest end racing bike in the Trek...

Actually the lowest end racing bike in the Trek lineup, but still a very nice bike, especially at that price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-14, 06:12 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

OK, but were they riding 60s Cinelli Pista frames...

OK, but were they riding 60s Cinelli Pista frames with Aerospoke wheels?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-14, 12:09 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

To each his own, I guess. The frame shows...

To each his own, I guess. The frame shows beautiful workmanship, just check out the eyelets brazed into the rear dropouts, fender eyelet on the seatstay bridge, etc. Low profile XTR canti brakes in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-12, 04:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

I have a fillet brazed Jack Taylor that I like,...

I have a fillet brazed Jack Taylor that I like, but it is no Alex Singer. The frames may be similar, but take a look at how all the pieces fit together. There is nothing clamped or strapped,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 10:41 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Well, it is a Falcon gaspipe frame, plus the top...

Well, it is a Falcon gaspipe frame, plus the top tube looks bent (could just be the photo).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 09:55 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Beautiful 1977 Eisentraut Model A 58cm with rack...

Beautiful 1977 Eisentraut Model A 58cm with rack and fender braze-ons. First time it was listed it did not make the reserve, now relisted at a very reasonable $895:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 04:16 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

I understand Domenics is actually built by...

I understand Domenics is actually built by Tommasini. Looks very nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-11, 05:38 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

That's not a Cinelli, but still it would last...

That's not a Cinelli, but still it would last about 5 seconds in SF bay area CL at that price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-11, 03:31 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

1974 Berma Professional 59cm

Only $311 with 3 hours to go. All NR. Wish it were my size!

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/$%28KGrHqEOKi0E3BEqIfFyBN2,iTM!Rw~~_3.JPG

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230625369932
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Bottom of the lower headtube lug - downtube...

Bottom of the lower headtube lug - downtube junction. Of course there is no paint to cover it up, and it could be dirt.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-11, 05:27 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Is there a lot of void in the brazing, or is it...

Is there a lot of void in the brazing, or is it an optical illusion?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Yes, this is also called a bottom bracket dynamo,...

Yes, this is also called a bottom bracket dynamo, a real misnomer.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-11, 01:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

This frame is mine, as well as the Trek 720. I...

This frame is mine, as well as the Trek 720. I got them cheap, wanted to get rid of them quickly without much profit. Apparently it's harder to sell at a low price. I have sold $1000 bikes in one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-11, 06:03 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Very nice bike. I am pretty sure this bike was...

Very nice bike. I am pretty sure this bike was shown in C&V before. I remember being impressed that time as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-11, 10:48 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

The listing is mine. I agree with the sentiment,...

The listing is mine. I agree with the sentiment, this was a pity purchase for me. I had the dropout repaired, but realized I won't get to finish the project, especially since I have a Raleigh Pro and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-10, 03:31 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Campy brakes, NR triple and Rally derailleur...

Campy brakes, NR triple and Rally derailleur would probably bring more than $300 if sold separately!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-10, 12:39 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Looks like a great bike for even twice the price,...

Looks like a great bike for even twice the price, but is certainly no Cinelli.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-10, 01:18 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Sounds like a real bargain. Please do tell!

Sounds like a real bargain. Please do tell!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-10, 05:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

I have read they are made by Litespeed to Merckx...

I have read they are made by Litespeed to Merckx specs. I thought the price was reasonable with the Andy Hampsten association, if true.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-10, 06:42 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Here is one you don't see every day:...

Here is one you don't see every day: KonAaronSnake, are you looking:

http://madison.craigslist.org/bik/1795483379.html

Eddy M Titanium 55.2 ctc: Motorola Team / Caloi fork decals (European...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

I believe this is Joe Englert's bike. He is a...

I believe this is Joe Englert's bike. He is a frequent poster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-10, 12:23 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Also, where is the original fork?

Also, where is the original fork?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

As it happens, this is a bike I am selling. It...

As it happens, this is a bike I am selling. It truly is 56cm (C-T). I am 5'9" with shorter legs and longer torso and arms than than average, and it fits me fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-10, 09:12 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Looks like a Trek 770. I would love to have one,...

Looks like a Trek 770. I would love to have one, I think the color looks great in person. You will enjoy it, or sell it to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Beautiful 1960's Bianchi Specialissima. Full...

Beautiful 1960's Bianchi Specialissima. Full Campy, Brooks, integrated headset, ... I am so glad it's not my size:

http://pullman.craigslist.org/bik/1778207657.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-10, 09:39 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Beautiful Trek 750 for a reasonable $295 in SF...

Beautiful Trek 750 for a reasonable $295 in SF Bay area. I seriously considered it even though I have too many steel Trek's, including a 750 I'm thinking of selling :lol:. This is the rare classical...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-10, 11:31 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

If it were my size and I were in Minnesota, I...

If it were my size and I were in Minnesota, I would pounce on it. Despite the misleading title, seems to be a Trek 720 with a Chris Kvale paint job (awesome).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-10, 04:03 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

It's all Record, racing triple. Couple of...

It's all Record, racing triple. Couple of scratches covered with touchup paint, but in great condition otherwise. Just needs a new stem and a Brooks Pro. I was thinking of looking at it Sunday on my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

The paint is in rough condition, but the...

The paint is in rough condition, but the components are easily worth the price. Mine rides really well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-09, 04:58 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Looks a bit fishy. Clearly a repaint since they...

Looks a bit fishy. Clearly a repaint since they only came in brown. Looks like top tube cable guides may have been added. Very washed out overall picture and a very carefully cropped set of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-09, 03:37 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

59cm 1972 Cinelli Super Corsa in fair condition....

59cm 1972 Cinelli Super Corsa in fair condition. I was in the area, so went to take a look. Way too big for me. Quite a bit of surface rust in the chrome, a little rust on the top tube. No decals on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-09, 08:25 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

Nice 60cm Gitane SuperCorsa. Could be a team bike...

Nice 60cm Gitane SuperCorsa. Could be a team bike or replica, with a number hanger. This is from the time Fignon et al were racing TDF on Gitane's.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-09, 11:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,156,951
Posted By MetinUz

single speed and no brakes :eek:

single speed and no brakes :eek:
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