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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

Dear fellow support members, I have erred. ...

Dear fellow support members,

I have erred. I have regressed, and instead of continuing my trend of reduction, I have gone the other way, and allowed myself, in a moment of weakness, to succumb to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,755
Posted By AdventureManCO

Alright, I'm in. ...

Alright, I'm in.


https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/04449c2e_bdaa_43c3_8dd0_41ae8068c67c_4923ece8a7fc12c090bf73d6cdb10300b88fc788.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is absolutely fantastic. Great work man! ...

This is absolutely fantastic. Great work man!




...and far better than me. I regressed once again. But, it was completely worth it. And, I'll be listing 2-3 bicycles for sale locally, probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Of all times to not be in St Paul MN. Great...

Of all times to not be in St Paul MN.

Great find, Clang.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,880
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good fix.

Good fix.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 597
Posted By AdventureManCO

You called? :lol: You know, my wallet...

You called? :lol:



You know, my wallet and mental health will agree with the 'mistake' part, but for whatever reason my crapo Huffy was the funnest project I've ever done. Some people love to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 352
Posted By AdventureManCO

What is interesting is that in that thread, while...

What is interesting is that in that thread, while there was some chatter about using lye, I elected not to and decided to try a couple other methods, more for the experience than anything else.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 352
Posted By AdventureManCO

Sometimes the posts are so stuck throwing them in...

Sometimes the posts are so stuck throwing them in a vise or using a pipe wrench can break the stays off. Usually the higher end the frame, the more delicate the operation required. I've also seen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 481
Posted By AdventureManCO

My bad!

My bad!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 352
Posted By AdventureManCO

NaOH...is that lye? If so, a few days, and cover...

NaOH...is that lye? If so, a few days, and cover your frame in grease + cling wrap + tape and you should be all set:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, I've been riding this one a bit more, and...

Well, I've been riding this one a bit more, and as I do, as with most bikes, its been speaking to me more about different things and I've been able to get to know it better and make a better...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

A quick dip in the lakes of lye would have that...

A quick dip in the lakes of lye would have that out in a jiffy, rust may or may not be an issue. Likely savable, but about $50 too high, for all that work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,755
Posted By AdventureManCO

The hesitation is on-point:thumb:

The hesitation is on-point:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,755
Posted By AdventureManCO

I guarantee there would be nothing 'classic'...

I guarantee there would be nothing 'classic' about it:lol:

If anything, I sadly actually paid money for the bike and would feel to dumb to just send it to the co-op knowing they would absolutely,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,755
Posted By AdventureManCO

I've been trying to avoid this thread bad. I LOVE...

I've been trying to avoid this thread bad. I LOVE the idea, and USAZorro has been the admirable torch-bearer for the top 'clunker' challenge right now. Its just I've been trying to get rid of these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,153
Posted By AdventureManCO

Actually, it presents really, really well. You...

Actually, it presents really, really well. You did a really clean build on it. Enjoy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,755
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, that turned out freakin' nice!

Wow, that turned out freakin' nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 717
Posted By AdventureManCO

These 700c steel hybrids are always such great...

These 700c steel hybrids are always such great bikes. The head tubes are always nearly universally short, which requires one to get creative with handlebar height. But Celeste and Prestige tubing? ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 589
Posted By AdventureManCO

I was thinking the same thing…those bearings have...

I was thinking the same thing…those bearings have to travel all that extra distance over an increased race diameter for every revolution compare to a standard wheel, and that is multiplying the wear,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 419,151
Posted By AdventureManCO

Question - do you have a picture you can share? ...

Question - do you have a picture you can share? We can always find the sizing info via the Trek Technical Manual, then compare it against the sizing differences of the smaller sizes - and since I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol you guys crack me up Gonna try the...

lol you guys crack me up


Gonna try the Record wheelset on it today and see how things improve, because I did like the geometry, felt efficient.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or...

Isn't lye natural? From salt or limestone or something?

I've run across a bunch of stuck posts and stems here and there throughout the years. Others have far more experience than I do, but I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 217
Posted By AdventureManCO

EDIT: reading comprehension. I wish you the...

EDIT: reading comprehension.

I wish you the very best in finding someone who will cherish these bikes from your family!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher...

These are great frames, and the Gary Fisher X-caliber from 1996 and under (for a couple of years I think) was basically the exact same frame, and it may fly more under the radar. Of course, these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

You should get a build thread on this one. Not...

You should get a build thread on this one. Not every day a Super Corsa pops up, and it looks like its got a great ratio of desirability/patina. Will eagerly look forward to this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly...

That's it! Super Corsa. Service Course...silly me!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day,...

I got a chance to ride this thing the other day, and it is a nice rider! Like I predicted, the wheelset and tire combo made it feel a bit sluggish, but I'm also getting better at telling where that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,215
Posted By AdventureManCO

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500...

A Copake bike? Or the one that went for like 500 smackers somewhere on the East Coast...Maryland, maybe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got...

Chopper worthy. But I'm thinking there has got to be some catch. I'm a little gun-shy now about things like this that look too good. A couple weeks back I went to go check out a motorcycle that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my...

I'm starting to come to the conclusion that my collection is just crap. Well, I mean other than the Guac and maybe the the Trek 930 (which is already sort of 'meh'). Half my bikes don't even fit me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just...

Right!?? There is NO way all those bikes are just $195 a peice. The panto'd Guerc? No way.

I'm not close, unfortunately. Or fortunately? I can't tell!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay...

Service Course? And do I spy willow leaf stay ends? If so, that is a great buy. I actually dig the weathered look. Replace that gnarly seat and off you go!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my...

This is extremely tempting. I LOVE the way my son's Miyata rides, which took my completely by surprise because I was expecting it to ride like a slug because they are known for being great riders...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd...

Hot DANG!!! A Lotus Supreme? A full panto'd Guerciotti w/ Super Record?? This guy has some serious equipment that I feel is going to be EXTREMELY dangerous for most of this group. Yowza.


**must...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Hmm...you are right, dang it! I was so impressed...

Hmm...you are right, dang it! I was so impressed w/ the ride of my little 50cm 1000 that I figured I'd low key keep an eye out for a slightly larger one. This one is perfectly my size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 431
Views: 22,534
Posted By AdventureManCO

Oooh.. SoCaled how close is this to you?

Oooh.. SoCaled how close is this to you?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wasn't there a Trek (a 760 or thereabouts) that...

Wasn't there a Trek (a 760 or thereabouts) that also was locked up somewhere near the beach to rot away forever? It is unfortunate, but likely the only recourse here is a removal by authorities, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

It's so odd, the elation that comes with bikes...

It's so odd, the elation that comes with bikes leaving, that nearly rivals the elation of bikes coming in haha.

Great work. Not only does it free up actual space, it frees up mental space as well....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,522
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, talk about a thread revive! I thought...

Well, talk about a thread revive!

I thought it time I finished up a project for once, so here is the Jungle Junker all (well, 98%) fixed up!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

Good man! I use that same logic - 'let me get...

Good man! I use that same logic - 'let me get rid of two or three of the beaters, then bring home one I really want and I'll still be down one' but hey it works!

I have to decide what will be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,284
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not anymore. You've done a great job of...

Not anymore.

You've done a great job of preserving your Trek for the years you've had it! Maybe it's time to let it go.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,690
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes,...

Wow, going right to town! Love it. And yes, there are some solid dudes on this forum, and Dave is right up there w/ the best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,944
Posted By AdventureManCO

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer...

The quiet, long-suffering life of a volunteer mechanic for a kid's bicycle program?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 16,392
Posted By AdventureManCO

What I have found is if you have something that...

What I have found is if you have something that becomes a priority moreso than the bikes or said acquisition of bikes, it becomes easy to shed the accumulation. For example, one of my favorite...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,944
Posted By AdventureManCO

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're...

Can't. It wouldn't be a fair fight...you're already injured from hurling a Huffy frame:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,944
Posted By AdventureManCO

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!? That is...

Rip a Huffy apart...for the parts!?

That is low, even for me. Unless they are to be used appropriately, like for the garbage, or a Paramount. You have Paramounts.

Jus sayin'
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 108,567
Posted By AdventureManCO

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this...

I probably tried 3 times today to respond to this question, but each time something happened with the browser, the internet connection, etc.

I don't know the current weight, as the bike is in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 108,567
Posted By AdventureManCO

And don't forget, according to iab it will also...

And don't forget, according to iab it will also help you feel better about your own life and circumstances. You know, sort of a daily mental self care routine:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 108,567
Posted By AdventureManCO

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew...

Watch out for the ‘torches and pitchforks’ crew showing up at your door:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,594
Posted By AdventureManCO

What a fun thread. What is that rusty frame...

What a fun thread.

What is that rusty frame tubing made from? The thinner the tubing (typically, the higher the quality), the more compromised a frame can get from corrosion. One of the benefits...
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