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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

First ride of the season. The boat launch is...

First ride of the season. The boat launch is always my first. Brought some lunch and my new mini-binoculars, but all I saw was herring gulls. Nice spot. Sunny, breezy. 60F...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 06:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,256
Posted By 1989Pre

That looks great. How did you get on with the...

That looks great. How did you get on with the Lauterwassers on that ride? I am glad you ditched the dork disc and the rack. Thanks, also, for taking the reflectors off the pedals. Are these Jalcos...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,086
Posted By 1989Pre

From the type-of riding you have described, and...

From the type-of riding you have described, and because you have made it a priority to learn from this build, one observation is that you do not need a top-level frame of 531 or Columbus. What...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 271
Posted By 1989Pre

You really put a lot of thought into this. Those...

You really put a lot of thought into this. Those bars are a real find. I like the Coloral bottle. Did it take some research to find a derailleur that would perform the 20T jump and take up the slack?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 473
Posted By 1989Pre

Yes, Greg told me that the best Mosers are Leader...

Yes, Greg told me that the best Mosers are Leader AX, TK0 and TK1.(Don't know why he didn't mention the Evolution Ti).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 99
Posted By 1989Pre

Somerville, Mass? I lived two towns away, in...

Somerville, Mass? I lived two towns away, in Stoneham, and never heard of them.., only the British Merlin (Leeds, Yorkshire). I know Independent Fabrication was in Somerville a little later (1995).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,235
Posted By 1989Pre

Have you experimented with heat? A knee brace can...

Have you experimented with heat? A knee brace can supply the needed heat. So can a ginger, mustard or cayenne plaster help. What is your basal oral temperature and your diurnal maximum temperature?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

It's amazing what 5 or 6 hours working on a bike...

It's amazing what 5 or 6 hours working on a bike like this will do. I like the period rear lamp.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 10,256
Posted By 1989Pre

Do you mean, "mis-spell"?

Do you mean, "mis-spell"?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By 1989Pre

Thanks. I have no problem with various British...

Thanks. I have no problem with various British (aluminum,steel or steel/aluminum), and I have low-flange Sturmey/Archer front and rear (91mm/110mm), laced to Wolbers on the Manufrance (how often do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 11,359
Posted By 1989Pre

C'est magnifique. Cela m’a fait monter une fausse...

C'est magnifique. Cela m’a fait monter une fausse larme aux yeux.

I don't know who David Boucher is, but I loved this video. Singer's hyper-active knees are to be noted. Bass had a nice, round...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By 1989Pre

Thanks, Robert and Phil this set of high-flange...

Thanks, Robert and Phil this set of high-flange Normandies came (original, I believe) on a 1957 Raleigh Lenton Grand Prix that i recently acquired, laced to near-mint Dunlop Special Lightweights. The...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-10-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By 1989Pre

Normandy 40H Hub

W.T.B: Normandy 40h high-flange rear hub.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,877
Posted By 1989Pre

I may never really know. All I have is a...

I may never really know. All I have is a platform/postal type scale and I have not found a way to stabilize/weigh a bike on it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-07-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 673
Posted By 1989Pre

Get a clip-on type (Planet Bike has one), and...

Get a clip-on type (Planet Bike has one), and clip it to the waist of your pants, your collar, or your pack.
Forum: Living Car Free
04-07-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,206
Posted By 1989Pre

If I'm not getting a lot of stuff at the stores,...

If I'm not getting a lot of stuff at the stores, and the temperature is over 40F, I take the Rudge. If O.P. has not got long distances to go, then he owes it to himself to get a British 3-speed. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 973
Posted By 1989Pre

Yes, thanks for letting me know about the...

Yes, thanks for letting me know about the double-eyeleted ones.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 973
Posted By 1989Pre

The ones I have show no visible eyelet on the...

The ones I have show no visible eyelet on the spoke holes.
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From ebay seller...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 973
Posted By 1989Pre

Only single-eyeleted, but I recommend Nisi Corsa...

Only single-eyeleted, but I recommend Nisi Corsa Stretto at 420g.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

I just came across this bike in Craigslist, and...

I just came across this bike in Craigslist, and thought you might enjoy it:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

It's funny that you mention cheap bikes to fix. A...

It's funny that you mention cheap bikes to fix. A guy is coming down from from Nobleboro on saturday with a 1957 Raleigh Lenton Grand Prix that is in great shape and is "free" but I am giving him...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

I have been in touch with the French consulate,...

I have been in touch with the French consulate, and they say you are not a whimp. If you ever find yourself in dirt, or decide to go touring, you will be glad you have that 26T. I have a 30T on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

Summers are great here. I don't usually ride that...

Summers are great here. I don't usually ride that far north, but I did do the Lobster Ride (117 miles) in '16,
which was right next to Union, at the Camden Snow Bowl.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

That looks really super. When did you paint it,...

That looks really super. When did you paint it, and is that a 30T inner chainring? Good job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

Just one, in full-sun. (I think I just "busted a...

Just one, in full-sun. (I think I just "busted a rhyme"). A trip downtown was a chance for me to shamelessly flaunt my "new" Apex Ultralite frame pump. Now, all I need is a Schrader-to-Presta adapter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,898
Posted By 1989Pre

I've been looking for a metallic pink '82 Lotus...

I've been looking for a metallic pink '82 Lotus Supreme, but not too many are available under $1,000
Forum: Introductions
03-31-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By 1989Pre

Your DBS is choice. Kinesis aluminum forks are...

Your DBS is choice. Kinesis aluminum forks are great. I've had one on my Technium for 23 years. 640g w/ a 9.5" steel steerer tube.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-31-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 671
Posted By 1989Pre

Ah. It is working fine now. Thanks.

Ah. It is working fine now. Thanks.
Forum: Introductions
03-30-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By 1989Pre

Hello, Norway, and welcome to B.F! I hope you...

Hello, Norway, and welcome to B.F!
I hope you get all the information you need on the "'80's or '90's" Bianchi. Regarding the PX10SH that you are trying to slim-down, you might want to consider a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-30-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 671
Posted By 1989Pre

I do not know what Mr. Barnard is on about, but I...

I do not know what Mr. Barnard is on about, but I thank you for posting this article without trying to bias us, before-hand, with your own opinion.
In other news, when I clicked on the link (in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

That looks great. Do you ride it mostly on paved...

That looks great. Do you ride it mostly on paved surfaces?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 05:24 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

You have touched-on an important and interesting...

You have touched-on an important and interesting dynamic, which, at its essence, I think, is an equation of relaxation/stimulation. My journey has inexorably been tuned to the former in these later...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

It is interesting that you mention Sheldon Brown....

It is interesting that you mention Sheldon Brown. When I found this Elswick behind the L.B.S., it had a Newton registration plate (from the 1960's) on it. Newton, of course, is where Harris Cyclery...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 11,359
Posted By 1989Pre

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 11,359
Posted By 1989Pre

First, I'd like to offer you a "quality bicycle"...

First, I'd like to offer you a "quality bicycle" for five bucks:
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Then,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

That is a fair suggestion. I'll remember to...

That is a fair suggestion. I'll remember to mention that option to whomever buys one (or two). Not many around here (that I know of) are familiar with working on these S/A hubs, so I would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

I found both of these, a '55 ladies Elswick and a...

I found both of these, a '55 ladies Elswick and a '65 mens Hercules. I gave them what they needed. The Hercules only needed new tubes,tires and a saddle. The saddle that was on it had no springs,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,655
Posted By 1989Pre

I'm planning on retiring mine after this year....

I'm planning on retiring mine after this year. It'll go onto my Wall of Fame. probably superseded by '97-'01 LeMond Buenos Aires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 04:08 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

That is a beautiful bike, and probably unusual...

That is a beautiful bike, and probably unusual outside of Belgium. Companies who focused on steel components like Brampton and Phillips are the unsung heroes of that era.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 04:01 PM
Replies: 21,706
Views: 3,058,428
Posted By 1989Pre

I see what you mean, when I first read it, in my...

I see what you mean, when I first read it, in my head I could hear Steve Mariott singing this. It seems like something he'd write.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-17-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 210
Posted By 1989Pre

Wanted: Williams C1000 Crank

...Or C34. With or without a chain-ring. 88 b.c.d. I think the arm-length is a standard 6.5".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

Those narrow-width pedals should save you from...

Those narrow-width pedals should save you from any problems on cornering. Beautiful bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

I am a big fan of F.H. Grubb, the corporation,...

I am a big fan of F.H. Grubb, the corporation, the rider and the individual, but I had not heard-of nor seen the Kingston. Although Fred, himself, was an engineer, and his company was known for their...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 27,965
Views: 4,518,727
Posted By 1989Pre

Your words have the ring of truth. I am fixing up...

Your words have the ring of truth. I am fixing up two 3-speeds to sell right now, and with all new tires, tubes and saddles, and hand-grips for one, buying vintage bells would not be prudent. I did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

Very nice frame-set. I like the work on top eyes....

Very nice frame-set. I like the work on top eyes. Is this a recent acquisition?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

I'm not familiar with those rims but Hope hubs...

I'm not familiar with those rims but Hope hubs are among the best. I have the Mono Pro III on the front of my fastest road bike. I'd like to try down-hill some time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

In summer, I run the Mavic XC717 (silver) rims on...

In summer, I run the Mavic XC717 (silver) rims on Deore hubs on my MTB in its road set-up
. These rims are among the lightest and strongest rim-brake rims ever made. I think they were made 2010-2015...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

Head away from the city!

Head away from the city!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,119
Posted By 1989Pre

That bike looks really aggressive, in all the...

That bike looks really aggressive, in all the best ways :) It is good to hear that this bike is so special to you. You're ready for the summer!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 685
Views: 134,943
Posted By 1989Pre

REW Reynolds built their own frames (and bought...

REW Reynolds built their own frames (and bought some in), but this is a Holdsworth-built Freddie Grubb that was sold at their shop in Northampton.
...
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