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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-14, 04:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,143
Posted By Revtor

"""Ascari Bicycles offers classically designed,...

"""Ascari Bicycles offers classically designed, hand-built bicycles. Founded in 2011 by designer Helio Ascari and framebuilder Gary Mathis, Ascari Bicycles fuses a timeless sense of fashion with an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-14, 10:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

Thanks Orange.. DA shifters, derailleurs...

Thanks Orange..

DA shifters, derailleurs brakes and chain, Older 105 aero brake levers, redid the hoods, they came out great) OFmega cranks 42/52. Polished TB14 rims, 105 hubs. Nitto stem. An...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-14, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

Bumping this from the grave with an update, the...

Bumping this from the grave with an update, the bike's all built up and rides like dream. Overall Im vey happy with all the choices I made, everything seems to fit me well.. We'll see as the miles...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-14, 12:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,352
Posted By Revtor

Thanks guys, I'll give it a go with a little more...

Thanks guys, I'll give it a go with a little more torque, but will check the length of the screw first.

~Steve
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-14, 12:17 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,531
Posted By Revtor

I think why there are so many ideas on whats...

I think why there are so many ideas on whats "best" regarding chain lube, is that 99% of regimes work well enough (ie: my chain is not rusted solid and when i pedal my wheel turns) combined with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-14, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,352
Posted By Revtor

Dura Ace downtube shifter install -wobbly on post?

Hey all, I've got a brand new set of DA downtube shifters here and am putting them on my 94 Bianchi steel road frame.. The right one (rear Der) looks right, I followed the 3 whole steps of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-14, 08:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

Allright, a little update here. The frame should...

Allright, a little update here. The frame should be here by Wednesday, and today I did a bit of shopping....

Wanting to run with the aesthetics of the lugged frame, I decided on polished silver...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-14, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

Definitely am going to keep it silver /...

Definitely am going to keep it silver / polished.. Aesthetics matter with this bike for sure.(and for me in general) I'm going to wait on the build until I can assess the current cranks/BB that are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-14, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

I'm not against Campy in any way, just dont know...

I'm not against Campy in any way, just dont know much about it and what would have been out there in 93 or 94..

Im also wondering about 7, 8, or 9 speed, what was the norm at the time? (8 speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-14, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,343
Posted By Revtor

93/94 bianchi six, which group?

Hey all, I recently grabbed a nice RED/chrome Bianchi SBX (not six, damn auto correct) frame, and want to build it up as a fair weather ride.

Without going nuts,$$-wise what group/ components and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-09, 05:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 460
Posted By Revtor

just head inland a bit, go past the parkway and...

just head inland a bit, go past the parkway and then the roads get long..

if you want a more scenic route, then just head south!! follow the shore, explore, dont worry about HR/Miles/Watts..
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 10:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,391
Posted By Revtor

Most people who buy a bike from someone (as...

Most people who buy a bike from someone (as opposed to a shop) want a DEAL. Charging shop prices even for an unridden bike with nice components is not going to work. UNless you can find a way to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,955
Posted By Revtor

Looks like the little tool used to pull the...

Looks like the little tool used to pull the antenna back up after it was retracted into the fender of my D-90. You own a Land Rover by any chance?
Forum: Framebuilders
07-23-09, 10:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,209
Posted By Revtor

To me its a no-brainer! Go with Rick Hunter! ...

To me its a no-brainer! Go with Rick Hunter! He will know bikes in your size better than ony of the others because he makes and RIDES them!!!!! w/out question.

If you want a bike that rides...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-07-09, 05:39 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,068
Posted By Revtor

You think with Lance in it and his desire to...

You think with Lance in it and his desire to promote his foundation that he would have talked a little bit with Versus to cover it, especailly since they'll be doing the tour agan this year.. - you...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-02-09, 06:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,785
Posted By Revtor

A rack is agreat project! Spend time thinking of...

A rack is agreat project! Spend time thinking of what you want it to be for you, there is alot of room here for customization!!! A rack that fits without any adjustable brackets has that "trick"...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-09, 03:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,325
Posted By Revtor

WTB stock Poprad saddle.. (Titec Ithys Amore)

Hey all, I love the saddle that came on my 2004 Poprad. It's a Titec Ithys Amore. As it goes w/saddles, I'm sure some people replaced theirs with something else..

If you have one lying around,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 09:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,265
Posted By Revtor

The number before the K is the nummber of...

The number before the K is the nummber of filaments in the yarn which is then woven into the cloth. So a 12K cloth is woven from yarns with 12,000 filaments. etc.. But there are different types of...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-13-09, 09:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,785
Posted By Revtor

Id say save the brown rust layer for hand tools...

Id say save the brown rust layer for hand tools in the garage. If you want the frame to last, protect it somehow. Clear powdercoat (as in your pic) is great. Even a couple coats of clear poly spray...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-07-09, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,702
Posted By Revtor

yeah, I guess it depends on what he's...

yeah, I guess it depends on what he's realistically expecting out of his first mig welded thinwall chromoly frame.

doconabike, what do you want to make? what for?
Forum: Framebuilders
04-07-09, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 789
Posted By Revtor

2x what bigvegan says.. who wants to spend time...

2x what bigvegan says.. who wants to spend time switching brakes, wheels, derailleurs etc... more bikes the merrier.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-07-09, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,545
Posted By Revtor

Ive only ridden (commuted on) hardcase so I...

Ive only ridden (commuted on) hardcase so I couldnt comment on any of the others. No flats in 3 yrs, same set of tires.

On tour - Pasela tourguard - 3 flats in 3 weeks : (

~Steve
Forum: Framebuilders
04-04-09, 11:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,702
Posted By Revtor

Yeah, stick with what you are practiced in -gas...

Yeah, stick with what you are practiced in -gas welding. Its how we built WW2 fighter jets afterall. Small torch for thin steel. Not easy, but doable. Try to fillet baraze as mentioned, or get...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-09, 05:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 566
Posted By Revtor

They produce it - its long enough. Use it -...

They produce it - its long enough.
Use it - you'll figure it out.
Stick around Bike Forums - You'll get used to the attitude 'round here.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-02-09, 04:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,615
Posted By Revtor

Maybe shoot a tech question to Reynolds. Id love...

Maybe shoot a tech question to Reynolds. Id love to hear the real deal answer.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-02-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,859
Posted By Revtor

$500 is a good deal if its in nice, low mileage...

$500 is a good deal if its in nice, low mileage shape.. the 853 frame, (if it fits) at that price is a good deal. slick color scheme too (and thats the most important thing)
what else are you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-02-09, 04:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,844
Posted By Revtor

you guys have it all wrong. Black/Blue '04 is...

you guys have it all wrong. Black/Blue '04 is best by far. 853 'nuff said.

anyway I am 5.9, with pretty even torso/legs and I ride a 52.. perfect, a 55 would be way too long. Id say ride...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
03-29-09, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,644
Posted By Revtor

woah.. steroids? and hes still in 3rd..

woah.. steroids?

and hes still in 3rd..
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-09, 04:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,499
Posted By Revtor

unless the frame was once polished, or very close...

unless the frame was once polished, or very close to it, this will involve very fine abrasives and lots of elbow grease. get some automotive wet/dry abrasive paper, a slow stream of water and have at...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-09, 06:40 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,403
Posted By Revtor

dude, you dont even know what pneumatic means,...

dude, you dont even know what pneumatic means, and you think YOU are going to be the first one to design and build a hubless bike? The whole drivetrain rotating backwards thing escaped you? Gear...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-21-09, 06:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By Revtor

If you can't find them, you could salvage from a...

If you can't find them, you could salvage from a scrap bike? ..Or get 'em turned. Hell, they're small, you don't have a lathe, you could get a piece of HSS rod, (old drill bit) anneal it and mount...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-09, 04:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,176
Posted By Revtor

just jpegg'ed to hell.. congrats on the...

just jpegg'ed to hell..

congrats on the race! sounds like fun. and next time the worst part (the nerves) wont be nearly as bad..

~Steve
Forum: Framebuilders
03-19-09, 03:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,078
Posted By Revtor

looks like the front tire will be getting rubbed...

looks like the front tire will be getting rubbed on by the "fork" crown. The support rollers on the underside of the top of the wheel are doing what exactly? Force from above (bike+rider weight) is...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-19-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Posted By Revtor

perhaps welding lore, but flux has a limited...

perhaps welding lore, but flux has a limited capacity to eat up oxides, so unless there is an actual reason to go with an oxidizing flame, I'd stay away from it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-09, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 929
Posted By Revtor

you will not need 32 mph in a cx race! (I...

you will not need 32 mph in a cx race!

(I think my 28 38 48 + MTN cassette is the perfect all around, everyday riding setup btw)
~Steve
Forum: Framebuilders
03-16-09, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,206
Posted By Revtor

just keep it out of the oxidizing range (loud...

just keep it out of the oxidizing range (loud hissing) and you should be good to go..

~Steve
Forum: Touring
03-15-09, 03:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 914
Posted By Revtor

Go north! Canada is beautiful and gets nicely...

Go north! Canada is beautiful and gets nicely remote once past Montreal.
~Steve
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-15-09, 03:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,952
Posted By Revtor

I set up my '04 Poprad for a tour and pretty much...

I set up my '04 Poprad for a tour and pretty much left it that way afterwards, and it has made the perfect all around commuter, explorer, mileagemaster bike.
I set it up with a 28/38/48 Nashbar...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-09, 06:38 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,392
Posted By Revtor

Marin Pine Mountain.. Don't know what it is,...

Marin Pine Mountain.. Don't know what it is, but the bike fits so well that it disappears beneath me on singletrack, and at times riding does feel telepathic. So sweet. Light, beautiful steel.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-13-08, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 895
Posted By Revtor

allright, I guess new pads is the first step...

allright, I guess new pads is the first step here..

thanks!
~Steve
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-12-08, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 895
Posted By Revtor

'08 Jake - poor brakes.. what to do?

My GF recently bought herself an 08 Kona Jake. Nice bike, full tiagra, rack mounts, road triple. Perfect for her commuting/fitness/light touring.. She needs a new seat but other than that...
Forum: Commuting
07-31-08, 07:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 749
Posted By Revtor

SS hybrid? Sounds like you want a beach...

SS hybrid? Sounds like you want a beach cruiser.easy ridin, comfortable if the ground is level..
I rode around portland on a Townie recently (rental). Its basically a laid back beach cruiser...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-08, 08:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,162
Posted By Revtor

even a tiny bit of drag adds up!!! rolling...

even a tiny bit of drag adds up!!! rolling resistance is the biggest thing slowing us down (after wind resistance)

hahaha.. sorry. brakes are designed to add massive amounts of rolling...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-08, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 699
Posted By Revtor

ditto on tire size.. get some 32's and run 'em...

ditto on tire size.. get some 32's and run 'em at 60 lbs if you need to seriously take that edge off.. Also, I have nashbars gel pads under my wrap and they definitely add a nice bit of squish to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-08, 08:59 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,475
Posted By Revtor

save your time and spend a little and get...

save your time and spend a little and get something that really works. You spent already for non-bike products, they didn't work and now you want to make your own. buy something modern for bicycles...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-23-08, 03:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,457
Posted By Revtor

brazing rods, flux, and a way to strip the paint...

brazing rods, flux, and a way to strip the paint off the frame. and most importantly an old frame to practice on!

have fun
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-08, 03:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,152
Posted By Revtor

People love to justify what they have/love by...

People love to justify what they have/love by dismissing other options, it seems to be human nature.

Nothings "wrong" with carbon.. but the one comment most people who have allegiance to a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-23-08, 09:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,095
Posted By Revtor

the handlebars are funky too, they probably need...

the handlebars are funky too, they probably need some getting used to as well..

Is the frame overly flexy or stiff anywhere? Id ask some other robroy owners, see if they feel the same things.....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-22-08, 02:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,095
Posted By Revtor

are you comparing this to a mountain bike, or...

are you comparing this to a mountain bike, or have you ridden other cross bikes before??
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-08, 04:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 420
Posted By Revtor

have fun, there are alot of good bikes in that $$...

have fun, there are alot of good bikes in that $$ range, especially when your mfr list is so long. They all make good frames. Be sure to test ride many. Pick the one that really stands out to you,...
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