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Posted By ollo_ollo

Agree on the price, but I wouldn't want a bike...

Agree on the price, but I wouldn't want a bike with that wheelset unless it included a 2nd set of road wheels. My first, and only, aero wheels were Sirocco 20's. I tried them on my Bianchi Trofeo,...
03-17-24, 06:54 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

That's quite a collection, glad it's in good...

That's quite a collection, glad it's in good hands. Do you have enough space? Or is an addition or remodel coming? Don
03-16-24, 06:33 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni" "There are a...

Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni"
"There are a few transfer stations in the Portland area. Which one has the bike bin?"

little help: Transfer station is South of Hwy 22, SE of Gaffin rd exits/on...
03-14-24, 06:36 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

After downsizing, I settled in South Salem, OR. ...

After downsizing, I settled in South Salem, OR. We Winter in Pensacola, FL/Summer in Oregon May thru Sept., hoped to do the "Monster Cookie" but its April 28th this year! Will lobby for an earlier...
03-13-24, 07:50 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

There are some very good, reasonably priced ($30)...

There are some very good, reasonably priced ($30) reflective jackets and vests available. I have one by BTR that I like. Really lights up according to my neighbors. Don
03-12-24, 09:26 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

I like these Clement Strada LGG 32's on my 73...

I like these Clement Strada LGG 32's on my 73 Atala. Got them on the Bay. See them from time to time. Great for Cino if ever ride it again. Don...
03-09-24, 07:37 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

From 0:00 to 0:07, fellow in center of trio is...

From 0:00 to 0:07, fellow in center of trio is Louison Bobet
03-09-24, 08:40 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Rob mentioned a burgundy Colnago: Illustrative...

Rob mentioned a burgundy Colnago:
Illustrative pic of my new new project, just arrived yesterday. Immediately removed that...
03-09-24, 07:54 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Been enjoying this "Suspects" tour from far off...

Been enjoying this "Suspects" tour from far off Pensacola, where we had a much colder Winter than past years. Still see a few good high 70's/low 80's cycling days, but too far apart. Wish I was...
03-09-24, 06:08 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Zeus, mine in silver and an older one in green,...

Zeus, mine in silver and an older one in green, gifted to my son.
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1980 Zeus...
03-06-24, 05:26 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

I like my yellow Masi ...

I like my yellow Masi
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1984 Gran Criterium
02-26-24, 10:57 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Old pic of my pink Titan ...

Old pic of my pink Titan
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02-23-24, 11:12 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

I have a bike with Tektro 720 inverse levers...

I have a bike with Tektro 720 inverse levers mounted on a V/O Porteur bar. They are quite small, might be just right for your Sweetie and she may enjoy more upright riding position. V/O has inverse...
02-20-24, 02:42 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Congrats, I was blessed with a very long...

Congrats, I was blessed with a very long marriage, heartily confirm the "great adventure" part, Don
02-18-24, 05:22 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

She might like Tektro inverse levers on a VO...

She might like Tektro inverse levers on a VO Porteur bar, mounted to give a slight drop. They are small and comfortable. Don...
02-17-24, 05:38 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

What mess? your goat (greatest of all time) TdF...

What mess? your goat (greatest of all time) TdF Rat Rod needs that hay bale!
02-17-24, 07:33 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Congrats on finding such a super nice Miyata. ...

Congrats on finding such a super nice Miyata. Especially admire the looks of its Aerox crank. Had an Aerox triple on my long time commuter Winter rain bike, an old Centurion Pro Tour. Another...
02-17-24, 07:17 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Yes, very encouraging posts. With my advancing...

Yes, very encouraging posts. With my advancing age, I'm seeing more failures. Not so frugal as in prior years, now toss tubes after only 5 OR 6 patches. Size of my herd means consumables are...
02-17-24, 06:33 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Pictures?

Pictures?
02-13-24, 03:59 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Have had a Seiko Kinetic Auto-Relay for more than...

Have had a Seiko Kinetic Auto-Relay for more than 10 years. Still keeps perfect time despite being constantly worn. Has large, easy to see numbers. Have worn cycling, using nail gun or operating...
02-13-24, 10:04 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Was intended to be a fast climbing bike. Can...

Was intended to be a fast climbing bike. Can confirm it is, but have to watch speed on descents or it gets "squirrely". They have a reputation for cracking/breaking frame and or losing braze on...
02-13-24, 07:51 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

At least there's some gray and white hair in the...

At least there's some gray and white hair in the front row
02-13-24, 07:28 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Similar memories acquiring, loading/unloading my...

Similar memories acquiring, loading/unloading my Delta lathe. Got a stand from another CL ad @ $50 for a tiny Montgomery Wards hobby lathe, pictured in bed of P.U., with just 1 corner of massive Duro...
02-13-24, 06:43 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Most recent configuration (Required longer left...

Most recent configuration (Required longer left cables + sheaths have now been installed)...
02-13-24, 06:35 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

1991? Fisher Montare: Picked up few years ago...

1991? Fisher Montare: Picked up few years ago just because of unusual frame + $35 price!...
02-06-24, 11:45 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

I'm in this camp also. I have quite a few...

I'm in this camp also.

I have quite a few C&V bikes, 1 Newish road bike, plus several Resto-mods. I really love each and every one or I wouldn't have them. But We're in Florida for the Winter....
01-30-24, 06:24 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Gravel Kings available in 26mm FTW!

Gravel Kings available in 26mm FTW!
01-27-24, 04:15 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Catania, Italy to Salem, Oregon

Catania, Italy to Salem, Oregon
01-24-24, 02:00 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Nice find. Tell the 80's you're keeping it! Don

Nice find. Tell the 80's you're keeping it! Don
01-24-24, 01:51 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Probably belongs in the bicycle humor thread but...

Probably belongs in the bicycle humor thread but also fits here: Once answered a no pic ad for a "Claud Butler Touring" and found a BSO resembling subject this thread. Told seller was not a Claud...
01-22-24, 12:24 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Yes, Welcome aboard and keep posting. Want to...

Yes, Welcome aboard and keep posting. Want to see those pics. Don
01-22-24, 12:13 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

This Vitus 979 handled Day 2 of the 2023 Cino...

This Vitus 979 handled Day 2 of the 2023 Cino Montana ride with no problems. Bonded joints flex just enough to yield a comfortable ride. Don...
01-21-24, 08:00 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Spend every Summer in South Salem Oregon. Near...

Spend every Summer in South Salem Oregon. Near enough to the Palouse, so I'm in for awhile until I age out. Don (also matriculated at "Yew Dub" prior to Oregon credentials)
01-16-24, 09:19 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

My 83 y.o. memory claims I have a Grand Jubile...

My 83 y.o. memory claims I have a Grand Jubile with a 48/36 double driving a 5 speed 14/28 FW, but the bike is currently 3000 miles away in Oregon, so I can't count teeth to confirm. Could be a 47...
12-19-23, 11:50 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

+1 on 10 speed Chorus: Also consider 8/9 spd...

+1 on 10 speed Chorus: Also consider 8/9 spd Daytona/Centaur or Chorus, available for less $$, (sometimes even Record 8/9). I'm happy with Daytona 9 speed on my Masi. Don...
12-17-23, 11:41 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Nice payoff for those years of patience. Looking...

Nice payoff for those years of patience. Looking forward to finish the build and a ride report. Don
12-15-23, 10:26 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

That's a 25.0 mm Campagnolo seat post on my 1987...

That's a 25.0 mm Campagnolo seat post on my 1987 Vitus 979. The 1980 Zeus seat post is aluminum also alloy not Steel. When we return to Oregon, will try to measure it as well as the post this older...
12-14-23, 10:18 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

my Vitus 979 has a 25.0 seat post ...

my Vitus 979 has a 25.0 seat post
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12-12-23, 04:15 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Not a neighborhood route, but in late 1950's, my...

Not a neighborhood route, but in late 1950's, my H.S. friend had news racks in SW Los Angeles (Redondo Beach & Torrance) from 5-7 AM. Paper was the Long Beach Independent. Coin boxes meant no...
09-25-23, 09:43 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Since downsizing, my entire garage has become a...

Since downsizing, my entire garage has become a "PARTS BIN"
09-24-23, 05:39 PM
09-21-23, 10:40 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Here's my 91 Fisher Montare. showed up on...

Here's my 91 Fisher Montare. showed up on Portland CL 4 years ago, grabbed it because of unusual frame + low price, so why not? Just needed Clean/Lube/Adjust plus new grips, co-op fenders & saddle...
09-14-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 16,959
Posted By ollo_ollo

More Pics ...

More Pics
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Zeuss 2000 Brakes...
09-14-23, 03:11 PM
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Views: 16,959
Posted By ollo_ollo

Really enjoyed the work of all who posted, and...

Really enjoyed the work of all who posted, and hope iab is fit and riding well by next year's challenge. I was in early for a frame-up build, but landed in the "abandonné" category when My late 8/31...
09-14-23, 09:32 AM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

Just remembered I have this "Frankenbikish" ride...

Just remembered I have this "Frankenbikish" ride sitting in a dark corner of my garage, waiting for recipient to pickup.. Started with a bargain 1987 Specialized Sirrus frameset.(build details here:...
09-01-23, 04:59 PM
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Views: 995
Posted By ollo_ollo

Here's a pic of that Brooks Professional "S" I...

Here's a pic of that Brooks Professional "S" I referenced in post #11. It was pretty short. Don...
09-01-23, 12:35 PM
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Posted By ollo_ollo

New to me in July. Brooks Saddle and Nitto stem...

New to me in July. Brooks Saddle and Nitto stem added for old man compliance.
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08-31-23, 07:45 AM
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Views: 995
Posted By ollo_ollo

One of those Team Pro "S" saddles was on a bike I...

One of those Team Pro "S" saddles was on a bike I bought. Guy selling said it was the best fit ever for him. (should have asked why not keep it then?) It was in near new condition, unmarked. ...
08-23-23, 09:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,167
Posted By ollo_ollo

Yes. Actually have a 1980 Motobecane Interclub...

Yes. Actually have a 1980 Motobecane Interclub which showed up on local CL right as a beautiful Paramount tandem had caught my eye. Since the Moto had same TA crankset, Mafac cantilevers etc, plus...
08-22-23, 10:06 AM
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Views: 3,167
Posted By ollo_ollo

Listed just the Masi In post #50, forgetting my...

Listed just the Masi In post #50, forgetting my recent pickup of a Jack Taylor project tandem for a mere C-note. Then yesterday I drove to Portland for this Atala Professional. Had managed a fleet...
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