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05-12-24, 09:15 AM
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Posted By Senior Ryder 00

[QUOTE=WGB;23237879]Pretty good set up for $100 ...

[QUOTE=WGB;23237879]Pretty good set up for $100

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05-10-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 348
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, First, it would be helpful to know the...

Hi,
First, it would be helpful to know the brand & model of the frame as well as how you are going to use the bike. As a regular rider, you can build it up with what ever parts you have that work....
05-07-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 577
Views: 29,637
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Supposed to be stiffer, but lighter. That...

Supposed to be stiffer, but lighter. That appears to be a PDG Japanese frame.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 2
Views: 174
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Do you know the approximate age or the...

Hi,
Do you know the approximate age or the serial number? Could be helpful. Another option would be a custom design.
Cheers,
Van
05-03-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 480
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

I’m always skeptical of these adds with more...

I’m always skeptical of these adds with more flash than details. Especially when they are from an oddball site.
Cheers,
Van
04-24-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 439
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Great job​​​​​​! I had one that I donated to a...

Great job​​​​​​! I had one that I donated to a co-op after the blue disk that secured the rotation deteriorated. Nice to see that you have a cork replacement​​​​​​.
Very creative.
Cheers,
Van
04-24-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 610
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

BUT, That was half the fun of riding one!

BUT, That was half the fun of riding one!
04-17-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

It’s yours, go for it! Too many other things...

It’s yours, go for it! Too many other things going on in my life to get involved in a project like this.
Cheers,
Van
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Replies: 14
Views: 571
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

There should be lots of Raleigh Sports models...

There should be lots of Raleigh Sports models available. These are fitted with a Sturmey-Archer 3 speed IGH. Good starting point if you don’t have a lot of hills. Also, check out the IGH hubbed...
04-16-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, interested in the “Questionable” Raleigh...

Hi,
interested in the “Questionable” Raleigh International. PM sent with questions.
Cheers,
Van
04-12-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22,352
Views: 4,697,027
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

A cheap single speed with visions of grandjure?

A cheap single speed with visions of grandjure?
Forum: For Sale
04-01-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 453
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, You should also list it in C & V Sales. ...

Hi,
You should also list it in C & V Sales.
Cheers,
Replies: 48
Views: 2,582
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Sorry, should have been clearer. Yes, that is...

Sorry, should have been clearer. Yes, that is “each”. Also, if some of of them are particularly nice, you can ask more $. My experience is that unless the bike has been fully serviced and ready...
Replies: 48
Views: 2,582
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Another suggestion you may be able to get...

Hi,
Another suggestion you may be able to get him to test the waters on. Pick the best looking 3 or 4 that have “forged” or integrated derailleur hangers on them. The Raleigh Racing, Schwinn SS,...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,709
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Didn’t see any mention of size for this...

Hi,
Didn’t see any mention of size for this bike. I have a bike with the same frameset. It’s 580 which is actually a 56cm square when measured CTC. I got it as a work-in-progress after the PO had...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,709
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Even though the Waterford operation has shut down...

Even though the Waterford operation has shut down and steel Paramounts haven’t been available since the mid 90s, I don’t see the prices changing much. The number of Schwinn fans that remember the...
Replies: 35
Views: 1,709
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, Appears to be a Waterford build with True...

Hi,
Appears to be a Waterford build with True Temper OS tubing. Crummy picture certainly doesn’t justify the price. These ride a little nicer than the Columbus tubed frames. Have to agree with...
03-18-24, 07:37 PM
03-18-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,320,140
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Another nice frame screwed up as a single speed...

Another nice frame screwed up as a single speed conversion
​​​​​​.😖
03-18-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 799
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Very unique, Gold edition in white instead of...

Very unique, Gold edition in white instead of black. Didn’t all of the standard white ones all have silver decals, mine does?Cheers,
Van
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi folks, Bike was sold to a junior racer in...

Hi folks,

Bike was sold to a junior racer in October 2023. Never saw any other wheels, but they could have been snagged before the bike was sent to me.
Cheers,
Van
03-16-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 451
Views: 85,376
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Give them a call

Hi,
Give them a call: 503-584-1052. Ask for John Henry or Kirk. Kirk is the manager & hard to get a hold of. John Henry is more attuned to what is available.
Cheers,
Van
03-16-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 451
Views: 85,376
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Salem, Oregon Co-op & recycling center

Hi folks,
Just to clear up this inane discussion! The Northwest Hub, located at the corner of Broadway & Market in Salem, is the designated collector for bikes/parts left at this transfer station....
Replies: 8
Views: 511
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Don’t know about your area, but in the...

Don’t know about your area, but in the Portland-Salem-Vancouver metro area, that would be a $200 bike if fully serviced and ready to ride.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 44
Views: 1,834
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Unless it fits & you plan on rebuilding it as a...

Unless it fits & you plan on rebuilding it as a regular rider, I’d polish it up, do a basic service and advertise it as a barn find in April. Maybe, arrange a 1/3-2/3 $ split with the OP. A...
03-09-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 799
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

That’s a beauty! Interesting build, White Knight...

That’s a beauty! Interesting build, White Knight or Gold Ghost?
GLWTS!
Cheers,
Van
02-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 420
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

How about a picture so we know what we are not...

How about a picture so we know what we are not looking for. 😏
Cheers,
Replies: 18
Views: 1,019
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Like others have said, there can be better...

Like others have said, there can be better sources. I personally shy away from “cobbled” bikes. They tend to be poorly maintained and often abused. If you have a bike co-op or kitchen nearby, I...
Replies: 6
Views: 461
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

....and the bar ends are mounted up side down,...

....and the bar ends are mounted up side down, but I do like the color scheme!
Cheers,
Replies: 10
Views: 439
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

OR, does it mean not usable without chainrings &...

OR, does it mean not usable without chainrings & bolts? Never can tell with some of these postings.😲
Cheers,
Replies: 12
Views: 968
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Color me skeptical. This does not look like...

Color me skeptical. This does not look like Eisentraut quality. Even the so called “production” Limiteds were much nicer. No head badge plus the style & components are from long after Albert...
02-05-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Looks like an upscale version of my little...

Looks like an upscale version of my little collection.
GLWTS!
Cheers,
Replies: 12
Views: 968
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Introduce yourself around & post some pix! ...

Introduce yourself around & post some pix!
Cheers,
Replies: 14
Views: 1,078
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Wait until spring, then add 50%!🤪 Cheers, Van

Wait until spring, then add 50%!🤪
Cheers,
Van
01-26-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,320,140
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Might be considered a good deal by 50th...

Might be considered a good deal by 50th Anniversary fans. Can’t assess condition from pictures.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 45
Views: 2,557
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, I’m a fan of quality vintage bikes and a...

Hi,
I’m a fan of quality vintage bikes and a former resident of your area, Boulder, currently in Salem, Oregon. I volunteer at our local bike co-op. Our primary market is MTBs, hybrids, cruisers,...
01-21-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,320,140
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Thanks for the update! Cheers,

Thanks for the update!
Cheers,
01-20-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,320,140
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Something strange here!

Weren’t all Altrons 7000 series aluminum? Seat cluster doesn’t match anything I’ve ever seen in pix.
Cheers,
Van
01-20-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 994
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Unfortunately, I’m in the same position. Not so...

Unfortunately, I’m in the same position. Not so much with bikes & frames, but lots of parts. You may just provide the incentive to get moving. Plus, you have presented this with a great sense of...
01-19-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 529
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Nice stuff! GLWTS. Cheers, Van

Nice stuff! GLWTS.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 30
Views: 2,060
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

But, is it worth the effort & risk? Don’t know...

But, is it worth the effort & risk? Don’t know about the rest of the country, but in the PDX metro area, high quality vintage vintage stuff isn’t moving. This usually a good market.
Cheers,
Van
01-01-24, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,505
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Time for many of us to get on with sharing the...

Time for many of us to get on with sharing the stuff we won’t use! 😁
GLWTS
Cheers,
Van
12-29-23, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6,526
Views: 801,344
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi, May have a set. Don’t remember the model....

Hi,
May have a set. Don’t remember the model. Will look tomorrow. They are yours for postage $.
Cheers,
Van
12-28-23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,789
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

SharpByCoop Way to go! It great to see another...

SharpByCoop Way to go! It great to see another classy vintage bike saved.
Cheers,
Van
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Thanks for the feedback. Waiting til spring...

Thanks for the feedback.

Waiting til spring is a good idea. That will give us time to do a full service and get in proper order. I don’t think my friend is going to do much beach riding in the...
Replies: 4
Views: 566
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Soma Saga, Late 90s??

Hi folks,
A co-volunteer at our local bike co-op has a Soma Saga that he got as an "as is" donation to the co-op last summer. are primary market is MTBs, hybrids and city bikes. High end tourers &...
12-14-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6,526
Views: 801,344
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

A while back there was a suggestion about...

A while back there was a suggestion about scrubbing these with toothpaste. This worked for me on some sticky gum hoods.
Cheers,
Van
12-11-23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,085
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

But, you are still volunteering, right!😃 ...

But, you are still volunteering, right!😃
Cheers,
Van
12-08-23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 783
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Dang, nice stuff! GLWTS, Van

Dang, nice stuff!
GLWTS,
Van
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