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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

We had a few nice days here at the beginning of...

We had a few nice days here at the beginning of March but lately the rain has been a killer.

Jan - 237
Feb - 196
Mar - 215
Total 648 miles
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By Kobe

I am so glad I am on the other coast. I am your...

I am so glad I am on the other coast. I am your size and seeing some of your builds listed(yes, I still look) would make me relapse.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By Kobe

This thread has been inspirational, well more of...

This thread has been inspirational, well more of a reminder to get off my butt and sell some stuff.

Sold 1 1/2 bikes the past few weeks. Sold the New Albion Privateer in an hour after I listed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By Kobe

I am not nearly as in deep as some of you, I only...

I am not nearly as in deep as some of you, I only have 6 completes and plan on getting down to 3 and staying there. 50% reduction is huge for me. It's more of a maintenance thing for me. I'll grab...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

I hate following gearbasher . Jan - 237 ...

I hate following gearbasher .

Jan - 237
Feb - 196
Total 433 miles

My goal this year is 4k miles, I really need to get busy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 39,677
Posted By Kobe

Seems odd something called the Graveler is riding...

Seems odd something called the Graveler is riding on turquoise tires but I'll withhold judgement until I see a complete picture. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 599
Posted By Kobe

I have been down this road before. I will feel...

I have been down this road before. I will feel like I have too many bikes for some reason(storage, too much maintenance, lack of use of some) and will sell a few off. The smallest number of bikes I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 561,550
Posted By Kobe

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of...

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of her at the Super Bowl.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 447
Posted By Kobe

Sometimes it is easier to use the Google machine...

Sometimes it is easier to use the Google machine to search than to use BF's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,121,276
Posted By Kobe

I can't wait to see madpogue what your building...

I can't wait to see madpogue what your building with your wife. This one came to me in original condition except the rims were drilled for shrader tubes. I changed the saddle and the the bars to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,121,276
Posted By Kobe

It's a shame, when Photobucket started charging...

It's a shame, when Photobucket started charging an insane amount to host pictures it killed a lot of these.

1992 Diamondback Overdrive. A 29'er before the name was invented.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-05-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,844
Posted By Kobe

I bought my wife her first real bike (Specialized...

I bought my wife her first real bike (Specialized Cruz) when we stated dating 30 years ago. There were a few years where raising kids got in the way and she did not ride much but we have always rode...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

Finished strong but still had the worst year in...

Finished strong but still had the worst year in the last 10.

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Apl - 242
May - 135
Jun - 234
Jul - 285
Aug - 318
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,043
Posted By Kobe

I pretty much roll out of bed and put on the bike...

I pretty much roll out of bed and put on the bike shorts.

Hanes t-shirt, Performance mountain bike shorts, Under Armour sneaks.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 758
Posted By Kobe

That came out really nice, and the paint on the...

That came out really nice, and the paint on the dropout works nicely. Almost like an 80's fade.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,715
Posted By Kobe

After our cat Harrison passed away this summer we...

After our cat Harrison passed away this summer we had room for another cat in our house. Sonny has to be the most friendly cat we have had, orange cats seem to be that way.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 82,797
Posted By Kobe

Thank you. I was not aware of them until I saw...

Thank you. I was not aware of them until I saw this one.

Those are 700x50c tires and there is room to go a bit bigger. I have never found a "hybrid" that had this much room.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 08:13 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 82,797
Posted By Kobe

My latest pick up, a 1992 Diamondback Overdrive....

My latest pick up, a 1992 Diamondback Overdrive. For some reason I rarely find black bikes in my size.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

Picked up the mileage a bit the past few months....

Picked up the mileage a bit the past few months. My wife has been riding with me this year and has really picked up her endurance. What use to be 20 mile rides has turned into 30-35.

Jan - 324...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 561,550
Posted By Kobe

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

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Jimmy Buffet on a Ross.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,360
Posted By Kobe

I needed a cheap bike I could take to the beach...

I needed a cheap bike I could take to the beach and lock up outside. It's been a while since I owned an aluminum bike and this one road fine.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 261
Posted By Kobe

I just picked up my first Trek FX a few weeks ago...

I just picked up my first Trek FX a few weeks ago so I am no expert, but you may want to ask in the hybrid section. There is a tread dedicated to the Trek FX and maybe someone has done this before.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 836,568
Posted By Kobe

I have been looking for a Trek FX in 63.5cm for a...

I have been looking for a Trek FX in 63.5cm for a reasonable price and finally found this 7.5. It is in great shape and with few miles on it. The wheels and carbon fork worry me a little but it I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

I hate following gearbasher Jan - 324 Feb...

I hate following gearbasher

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Apl - 242
May - 135
Jun - 234
Jul - 285
Total 1743 miles
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 561,550
Posted By Kobe

Tony Bennett, RIP. Dig that white track suit. ...

Tony Bennett, RIP. Dig that white track suit.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,760
Posted By Kobe

There is one over at paceline, under the custom...

There is one over at paceline, under the custom builders section. It's even broken down by state.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 39,499
Posted By Kobe

Happy birthday to you Andy. The King of Mercia is...

Happy birthday to you Andy. The King of Mercia is a great present to yourself, and looks to be in great shape. I love that Mercian makes a lot of their frames in larger sizes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,656
Posted By Kobe

My first road bike was a Kobe Capri I bought in...

My first road bike was a Kobe Capri I bought in 1975 at age 12. It's been thru a lot of changes since then including a repaint, I wish i had kept the original purple with gold lone lugs.

If not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,939
Posted By Kobe

My last flat was on a charity ride in September...

My last flat was on a charity ride in September 2022. I really appreciate the well meaning " Do you need a hand?"s, but 20 or 30 no thank you's later I was ready to scream it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 746
Posted By Kobe

How is it wearing out? Besides chains, tires,...

How is it wearing out? Besides chains, tires, brake pads and cables most bike parts should last as long as the frame. Unless they are left out in the elements.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,309
Posted By Kobe

I came for the story and now feel disappointed. I...

I came for the story and now feel disappointed. I hope it works out for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-23, 06:40 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,397
Posted By Kobe

Thanks for the tip, never thought of watching...

Thanks for the tip, never thought of watching that way.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

Jan - 324 Feb - 232 Mar - 291 Apl - 242 ...

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Apl - 242
May - 135

Total 1224 miles

My wife and I have started walking in the evenings so many of short evening rides (10 +\-) have gone away.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 687
Posted By Kobe

If you are looking for a true XXL than the Coda...

If you are looking for a true XXL than the Coda may not fit. It's largest size is a 23" frame, also the Trek Multitracks. KHS and Breezer make a steel XXL that may fit but I have never ridden one...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-11-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 687
Posted By Kobe

Some steel hybrids are KHS Urban, Breezer Cafe,...

Some steel hybrids are KHS Urban, Breezer Cafe, older Trek Multitracks or almost any other hybrid from the early 90's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,015
Posted By Kobe

If you really want to blow your mind, head over...

If you really want to blow your mind, head over to the hybrid forum. There's a whole thread on Trek Multitracks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 954
Posted By Kobe

I am glad your Mom had the foresight to take the...

I am glad your Mom had the foresight to take the picture of your adventure. Back then it was rare to take a picture compared to now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 39,887
Posted By Kobe

I seem to be riding this Rivendell A.Homer Hilsen...

I seem to be riding this Rivendell A.Homer Hilsen a lot more lately. My winter project is a Kabuki GranKabuki that I need to get a picture of by the end of the month.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 15,053
Posted By Kobe

Spritech bar end works well for me on drop bars....

Spritech bar end works well for me on drop bars. I like that it stays in place and does not need constant adjustments.

I have yet to find a mirror I like for upright bars. They all either stick...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 7,054
Posted By Kobe

Of course mt one and only custom would be my...

Of course mt one and only custom would be my favorite to look at and ride. The Clockwork still makes me smile when I roll it out of the garage.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-23, 07:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 897
Posted By Kobe

I haven't shipped a bike in over a year but last...

I haven't shipped a bike in over a year but last time I did I used shipbikes.com. They use Fedex ground which is usually cheaper than UPS for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 2,356
Views: 561,550
Posted By Kobe

Harry Belafonte, and using the toe clips. ...

Harry Belafonte, and using the toe clips.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By Kobe

Unfortunately I have my daughter's graduation...

Unfortunately I have my daughter's graduation that day. That International is fantastic and would love to see it in person.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 21,710
Views: 3,063,020
Posted By Kobe

So much color, I guess the rains have brightened...

So much color, I guess the rains have brightened thinks up.

I have been around here for awhile but never heard of a Zero Bike, what is this? N +1 - 1 maybe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,645
Posted By Kobe

I wish I was "hardly riding" like gearbasher ....

I wish I was "hardly riding" like gearbasher . That's a good year for a lot of people.

I'm behind last year's total again. It seems I've been slipping.

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Total...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,420
Posted By Kobe

You won't regret it. I had mine made in 2016 and...

You won't regret it. I had mine made in 2016 and still enjoy every ride on it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 921
Posted By Kobe

Great looking fat tired bikes in the front row at...

Great looking fat tired bikes in the front row at 4:32.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,489
Posted By Kobe

Well, I have to admit I thought about it for a...

Well, I have to admit I thought about it for a minute. The 66cm Paramount's just don't come up very often and when they do the price is usually 3 or 4 times his asking price.

Then I had a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By Kobe

That's too pretty to ride, but with all the...

That's too pretty to ride, but with all the touring gear it looks like you are going on a long one. Fido does not look happy that you'll be leaving.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 46,822
Posted By Kobe

I switched to upright bars on my Mercian over the...

I switched to upright bars on my Mercian over the winter and really like it for rides with my wife on rail trails. The paints lot the best but the I like the color so it will be staying as is.

...
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