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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-22, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,870
Posted By rob_ralph

Cool, thanks for posting. I picked up one of...

Cool, thanks for posting. I picked up one of these in Torrance (distributor) about 6 months ago. The components/rims were pretty oxidized from being outside, so I replaced with really clean full...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-21, 10:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,603
Posted By rob_ralph

Evapo-rust before and after pics. After pics is...

Evapo-rust before and after pics. After pics is from leaving these parts submerged overnight. Rinse and wipe the next day, I wont use anything else
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-21, 10:59 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,228
Posted By rob_ralph

Lot's of that here in So Cal too. When surfing...

Lot's of that here in So Cal too. When surfing through CL I select wheel size in the filter on the left side, that will eliminate all those kids bikes. The deals are less frequent now for sure but...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-08-21, 10:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,849
Posted By rob_ralph

Paint still looks great. Mine was faded on the...

Paint still looks great. Mine was faded on the top tube and top of stem. Great pick up for him!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-21, 10:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,696
Posted By rob_ralph

Last Friday was National donut day!!!

Last Friday was National donut day!!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-20, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/fed739ae_f02a_494c_9477_b2af92da92c2_0565d362f8462abf1a970865ba4e319a74962ee4.jpeg
The Karakoram corral
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

The GT Karakoram corral..... ...

The GT Karakoram corral.....

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-20, 05:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,560
Posted By rob_ralph

saw your post and I have a 3TTT stem that some of...

saw your post and I have a 3TTT stem that some of the reply’s mention here. It was in a big box of parts I bought recently and it looks to be unused. I am not a road bike guy so I am looking to move...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-20, 11:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,075
Posted By rob_ralph

send PM

send PM
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-20, 11:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,075
Posted By rob_ralph

Among all of disassembled/broken stuff, it was...

Among all of disassembled/broken stuff, it was mostly mtb parts, Cook Bros crank arm (R only), XTR shifter and hubs, Suntout xc pro crankset, deore dx shifters and hubs, 7/8 speed cassettes and a lot...
Forum: BMX
09-05-20, 10:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,511
Posted By rob_ralph

Mike was one of the biggest air guys of his time

Mike was one of the biggest air guys of his time
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-20, 10:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,075
Posted By rob_ralph

Stem ID

Recent puchase included a box of misc parts, wheels, etc. This interesting looking stem was included in the box. I'm a 90's mtn bike guy so this is unfamiliar to me.
Any ideas??

...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-04-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,036
Posted By rob_ralph

What is the Shimano contact info? Like to look...

What is the Shimano contact info? Like to look into it myself as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-19, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

We'll see if Santa brings anything. Otherwise...

We'll see if Santa brings anything. Otherwise I'll just spin the rear wheel and break out the liquid paper. :beer:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

A recent pick up in SoCal. Was missing a few of...

A recent pick up in SoCal. Was missing a few of the original DX components, but now complete.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-19, 10:34 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 161,401
Posted By rob_ralph

Stable of 7 triple triangle....('89 Team...

Stable of 7 triple triangle....('89 Team Avalanche not shown)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-19, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7,825
Views: 929,654
Posted By rob_ralph

Picked this up about a month ago for only $40 but...

Picked this up about a month ago for only $40 but was missing brake calipers and didn't have any of the original DX components. I had a pretty complete DX set from another bike I parted out and got...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-19, 09:29 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,454
Posted By rob_ralph

Right place, right time about a year and half...

Right place, right time about a year and half ago. Found a Rivendell Romulus at a local Goodwill and gladly paid the $39.95 on the tag. Brought it home, washed it for a quick flip. Was a great boost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-18, 10:39 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

What I've accumulated in the GT stable over the...

What I've accumulated in the GT stable over the last couple years.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-18, 11:08 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,248
Posted By rob_ralph

ssshhhhhhhh!!

ssshhhhhhhh!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-18, 11:16 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,248
Posted By rob_ralph

I am in So Cal and have had pretty good luck...

I am in So Cal and have had pretty good luck flipping a couple bikes lately. Made close to $1000 on 3 bikes....

'90 DB APEX mtb - $50, sold for $300
'03 Rivendell Romulus - $39.99 (Goodwill),...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-18, 09:30 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,612
Posted By rob_ralph

No, that one was $20. It's a '92 GT Richter...

No, that one was $20.
It's a '92 GT Richter 8.0 and in November I found it's twin for $50
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-18, 01:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,612
Posted By rob_ralph

My niche is 90's mtb (GT, Diamondback, neon,...

My niche is 90's mtb (GT, Diamondback, neon, splatter paint), I set the search value at $85 and go from there. If I see something I like my first qualifier is metal pedals...bikes with metal pedals...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-18, 12:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,740
Posted By rob_ralph

On all the bike's I pick up on CL, I clean with...

On all the bike's I pick up on CL, I clean with gasoline and small paint brush. Once re-greased back together I clean with a degreaser from dollar tree and a baby bottle brush.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-18, 12:10 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,628
Posted By rob_ralph

HA....my limit is $80

HA....my limit is $80
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-17, 11:44 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

My latest addition....

My latest addition....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-17, 01:24 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,136
Posted By rob_ralph

When you see a neon or "splatter" paint job and...

When you see a neon or "splatter" paint job and actually appreciate it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-17, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7,825
Views: 929,654
Posted By rob_ralph

Picked this up real quick. Ended up installing...

Picked this up real quick. Ended up installing new elastomers and passing it on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-16, 06:38 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 44,979
Posted By rob_ralph

I have had a great time picking up old GT's here...

I have had a great time picking up old GT's here in So Cal for next to nothing......the 2 pictured I got for $20 each. They were both really dirty but a blast to tear em down, regrease/lube...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-16, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,172
Posted By rob_ralph

Mongoose had some decent mountain bikes late 80's...

Mongoose had some decent mountain bikes late 80's early 90's.....Tomac rode them (with a mullet) in the early years of NORBA.
The middle bike is an IBOC Pro, came with a complete Deore DX group.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-30-15, 08:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,267
Posted By rob_ralph

Really good used bikes are out there for sure....

Really good used bikes are out there for sure. Just picked up this '91 Karakoram Elite for $40. Early 90's GT, Diamondback or Giant with Deore LX, DX or XT components are good bikes that you can find...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-15, 08:12 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

A nice find for Christmas, but they are starting...

A nice find for Christmas, but they are starting to add up. Good thing I found a bike rack at the thrift store
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-15, 11:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,426
Posted By rob_ralph

How did that DB Accent clean up for you? There is...

How did that DB Accent clean up for you? There is one out here in SoCal just like yours...even blue, asking $20
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-15, 07:13 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 33,113
Posted By rob_ralph

I;m an 80's fan. Wild, crazy and bright. 494287

I;m an 80's fan. Wild, crazy and bright.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-15, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

There is a frame available in So Cal if you're...

There is a frame available in So Cal if you're interested......

GT all-terrain bicycle frame (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/bik/5326267307.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-15, 09:45 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,372
Posted By rob_ralph

I own several '90-92 mtn bikes. Love 'em, but...

I own several '90-92 mtn bikes. Love 'em, but only buy one's with Deore LX/DX/XT components and have not paid more than $65 for any of them.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-15, 12:05 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 29,745
Posted By rob_ralph

This one just came up in SoCal. Fully rigid,...

This one just came up in SoCal. Fully rigid, Tange tubing, Deore DX components.....

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/5342523404.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-15, 11:56 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,676
Posted By rob_ralph

I did the Specialized sit test at a LBS...it...

I did the Specialized sit test at a LBS...it directed me to the Henge MTB saddle. I went cheap and got the "sport" model ($35) and could not be happier with it on my full rigid Karakoram. Recently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,148,297
Posted By rob_ralph

Here's another that popped up in SoCal. Great...

Here's another that popped up in SoCal. Great bike for the price....IMO

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/5342523404.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-15, 09:28 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 29,745
Posted By rob_ralph

Giant ATX 770, 780 series GT Avalanche,...

Giant ATX 770, 780 series
GT Avalanche, Karakoram
Mt. Shasta (made by GT) Pechanga, Tempest
Diamondback Axis, Accent EX

I have purchased 4 bikes in the last year with DX/XT components here in...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-29-15, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,084
Posted By rob_ralph

In that year, the only group better than DX was...

In that year, the only group better than DX was the XT. I personally like the DX components and only buy the old bikes that have that group. Did you purchase the DX group you have or strip it from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-15, 01:25 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,774
Posted By rob_ralph

About those bargains.......picked this up two...

About those bargains.......picked this up two weeks ago. $20......YES $20
489375
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-15, 12:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,744
Posted By rob_ralph

Have 4 now, all acquired over the last year....

Have 4 now, all acquired over the last year. Worked a LBS when I was younger and these were all the rage. Ridden all but the Avalanche to date, she still needs a few things.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,767
Posted By rob_ralph

'91 GT Avalanche 488950

'91 GT Avalanche
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-19-15, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,195
Posted By rob_ralph

They are both '91, have seen a few more pop up...

They are both '91, have seen a few more pop up recently here in SoCal, great bikes. Everyone I've picked up was sold because the front shifter didn't work, so I have become pretty good at...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-19-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,195
Posted By rob_ralph

They are both '91, have seen a few more pop up...

They are both '91, have seen a few more pop up recently here in SoCal, great bikes. Everyone I've picked up was sold because the front shifter didn't work, so I have become pretty good at...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-18-15, 09:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,195
Posted By rob_ralph

Just recently picked these up. Paid $60, 60, 65...

Just recently picked these up. Paid $60, 60, 65 and 20.....all rigid, all Deore DX. The Mongoose may go to a friend soon, the others are gonna hang around a while.488876488877
Forum: Commuting
11-18-15, 06:05 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 108,922
Posted By rob_ralph

488805488808 Used to work a LBS late 80's-early...

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Used to work a LBS late 80's-early 90's in So Cal, just getting back into it. Picked these up recently......Love these bikes!
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-15, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By rob_ralph

Hey Tigman, did you end up getting that Zaskar??

Hey Tigman, did you end up getting that Zaskar??
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