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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,592
Posted By BillRS22

Merit Badge

When I was counselor in the 1980’s, the riding requirements were 6 rides of 25 miles each over a three month period. Then a 50 mile ride to
finish the badge. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,592
Posted By BillRS22

Cycling Merit Badge

About 30 years ago I was a Cycling Merit Badge counselor. Over the years I probably had 10 groups get the merit badge. Groups were 6-8 kids to start, with 2-3 dropping out.
At the time only road...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,885
Posted By BillRS22

Combo Shops

In Waukegan, IL there was a Bicycle and Billiards shop. I.rode in the summer and shot pool in the winter. They closed up a few years ago. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By BillRS22

Police auctions

I just happened to stumble on a police auction in a small town in Wisconsin many years ago. I got a nice 1969 Schwinn balloon tire bike for $12. After we hit $10 most of the locals dropped out- damn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 704
Posted By BillRS22

Cleaning tubes

A 12ga shotgun mop works well on the seat tube. Oil it up and swab a few times. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,124
Posted By BillRS22

Parts not missed

Downtube shifters.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,567
Posted By BillRS22

Mercian

The lug work and wraparound seat stays and sloping fork crown match what is on my 1974 Mercian Professional. I think my 25” frame has 17”+ stays but I can’t get to it to measure right now. Anyway,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-23, 08:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By BillRS22

Mercian Shop

In the early 90’s I stopped in the Mercian retail store in Derby, IIRC. It was a typical very
British establishment. When you order parts overseas, or even from Canada, do you
have to pay a customs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-09-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,207
Posted By BillRS22

Performance Bike

Yeah, I miss their local shop that used to be in the Chicago area. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-22, 10:43 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,738
Posted By BillRS22

Quality Paint

Whoops, sent pictures without text. The Mercian was refinished about 1985 at Cyclery North, Chicago. I liked the look so much I had my Waterford done in the same style. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-22, 10:41 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,738
Posted By BillRS22

Quality Paint

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-22, 08:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,805
Posted By BillRS22

Old Bike Response

I donated a 1969 Schwinn Racer to a former old
Schwinn dealer this year. He was pretty excited
as the bike was in really good shape. My neighbor gave the bike to me about 20 years and
I rebuilt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-22, 09:24 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,782
Posted By BillRS22

Accomplishments

Finally rebuilding my 1974 Mercian Pro with vintage Campy components.
Then joining this forum to show it off. Bill
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-22, 05:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 746
Posted By BillRS22

CK Headset

I took the fork off to check the headset after about 12,000 miles or so, maybe 5 years of road riding. The bearings and races looked brand new.
I haven’t even checked since then, at least another...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-22, 04:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,072
Posted By BillRS22

Jeunet

Nice brakes and DA Crane black RD. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,834
Posted By BillRS22

Carryon

That pun is so bad, I wish I had thought of it. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 08:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,434
Posted By BillRS22

Cyclery North

Cyclery North repainted my 1974 Mercian around
1985. Ed W. was at the shop but it was after his accident or health issues. The paint on my Mercian still looks great. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 08:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 726
Posted By BillRS22

Bottom Bracket

I don’t recall a problem with the BB threading,
but the bb didn’t quite adjust perfectly with
just a very slight amount of play left. The headset
and hubs adjusted to perfection.
Thanks for all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 726
Posted By BillRS22

Papillons

Great looking dogs. I bet the two of them might get in a little trouble occasional. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 05:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 726
Posted By BillRS22

Cables

Yes, trim the cables and replace with vintage Weinmann’s. I restored it about 15 years ago when I wasn’t as meticulous.
Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 726
Posted By BillRS22

Peugeot PKN-10

I picked up this Peugeot PKN10 at a garage sale for $10. I didn’t even bargain with the lady. It cleaned up nicely and I completely
stripped it to the frame and rebuilt everything. The Peugeot...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-24-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,108
Posted By BillRS22

Fork Nubs

My 2004 Waterford fork has the safety studs
on the dropout. I couldn’t believe it when I
first took off the wheel, but now it’s no big deal.
Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,207
Posted By BillRS22

Mercian

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-19-22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 568
Posted By BillRS22

Pedals

OK, thanks for checking. My pedals have 56
stamped on the flat where the wrench goes.
I enlarged your photos and yours are not
stamped. Maybe only non-standard sizes are
stamped. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-22, 09:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,264
Posted By BillRS22

Atala

I saw that I on CL last night. If it wasn’t winter
I would have grabbed it. Enjoy the restoration.
Bill
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-18-22, 07:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 568
Posted By BillRS22

Speedplay

What is the spindle length. They should be marked 53 or 56 or whatever. I think 53 is normal
and I use 56. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-22, 06:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,344
Posted By BillRS22

Found on Road

I find several bungee cords each year. The best
tool I found was a 1” Craftsman combo wrench
in great condition. I still have it.

I found an iPad once, badly damaged. I brought it home and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-22, 08:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,164
Posted By BillRS22

Contis

I ride 28mm Gatorskins in the winter, and change to 25mm GP5000’s in the spring. I have never had a flat with the
Gatorskins over many years, but few miles. I get 2-3 flats per season with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-22, 04:01 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,076
Posted By BillRS22

Attitude Change

I never raced but always tracked my speed and
rode 50+ miles a lot. Having the latest technology
was important too . Now at 75 I am happy to just
be able to ride a conventional road bike. I check...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-22, 05:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,064
Posted By BillRS22

Tire mounting

If needed I spray a slight lubricant, such as Windex or soap solution, on the rim and tire section that is difficult to
finish up. I have never needed levers to mount a tire, although some tires are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-22, 01:57 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,675
Posted By BillRS22

C&V Interest

I just went to our local car show and think the crowds have been pretty steady for the last few years. Maybe 10 years
ago I would have been interested in a mid-50’s car, but now at 76 it would be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-22, 10:34 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,698
Posted By BillRS22

E Bikes

I see a lot of teens zooming around the paved trails in our local parks. They are clipping along pretty good. We had to pedal when we were kids. I am SO jealous. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,387
Posted By BillRS22

Peugeot Competition

I have a 1981(?) PKN-10 in the same color. The components are all French and most are branded Peugeot.
I bought it for $10 at a garage sale, and it cleaned up like new. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-22, 07:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 964
Posted By BillRS22

Stem

Lattz, thanks for the information. I will check them out. Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 964
Posted By BillRS22

Stem

Lattz, what kind of stem is that? It would look great on my dark green Waterford.

Thanks,

Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-22, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 536
Posted By BillRS22

Cable Housing

I bought older unlined Campy housing for a rebuild earlier this year. The housing went from the brake lever to the rear
brake in one piece. I was amazed how much friction and resistance there was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-22, 12:43 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,708
Posted By BillRS22

Flats

On most rides I carry one spare tube, on longer rides two. I carry a frame mounted pump and also a CO2 inflator with two cylinders. I also carry self sticking patches and a tire boot. In all my years...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-22, 03:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,039
Posted By BillRS22

Chamois Cream

I use chamois cream with modern shorts. I apply to my skin areas that are friction points, and to the liner itself
although they are synthetic these days. I haven’t tried riding without the cream,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,283
Posted By BillRS22

Jury Rigged

Thanks for sending me to the dictionary for “Jury Rigged”. Jury Rigged is the oldest of the terms. I had never
heard of “Jerry Rigged” before. Being from the Chicago area, “Jury Rigged” just seemed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 09:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,413
Posted By BillRS22

Rides

I try for 3 rides during the week, 20-30 miles each. And 2 rides on the weekend, one at 40-50 miles. So I
normally get 120 miles or so per week June-Sep. I feel it if I ride more than 4 days in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-22, 11:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,498
Posted By BillRS22

Chain Stay Bridge

Of course you are right about being passionate regarding areas of interest. If an item you collect has a flaw, then that is all you see. Other people wouldn’t notice it. My neighbor thinks I’m nuts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-22, 10:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,498
Posted By BillRS22

Chain Stay Bridge

OK, I just checked and both my 1974 Mercian and 2004 Waterford have a chain stay bridge. You must be awfully sensitive to let that extra weight bother you..
Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,175
Posted By BillRS22

,suburban

Nice looking Suburban. My first bike as an adult was a new 1970 (!) Suburban in metallic brown after I graduated from college. I’m afraid I butchered it up pretty good as I didn’t really know much...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,145
Posted By BillRS22

PI Shorts

I bought a pair of PI Pro shorts last year , XXL as usual, and they were at least a size too big. Plus, the chamois is a different design from a few years ago. I contacted P.I. and they said they did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 600
Posted By BillRS22

Bob Jackson

Very nice! I love vintage English bikes. Bill
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-22, 11:33 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,410
Posted By BillRS22

Squirrel

I have run over 2 squirrels, one straight on and one that did the zig-zag routine. Neither seemed to be affected
by the encounter. But yes, the front wheel jam up would be quite exciting. As would a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-22, 06:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 738
Posted By BillRS22

Cycleputer

I have used basic CatEye wireless computers for years. The one in use now is 17 years old. As per the above post, stray electronic signals will affect the maximum speed recorded. My best speed was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-22, 07:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,543
Posted By BillRS22

Super Course Rebuild

Well, maybe I need to go to confession. About 20 years ago I rebuilt an early 70’s Carlton Super Course
with flat bars and old DuraAce components. I kept the original Weinmann CP calipers. The bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-22, 07:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 581
Posted By BillRS22

Mercian Headset

Yes, I think the headset is Stronglight x-14.

Thanks Ross200,

Bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-22, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 581
Posted By BillRS22

Mercian Pro 1974 background

The original paint scheme was Mercian “Smoke Blue” with white pin striping around the lugs. The original
build was black DuraAce, and black stem and bars. The headset is a Stronglight needle...
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