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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-02-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 65
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, it's the original paint. And I really can't...

Yes, it's the original paint. And I really can't call that a restoration! I built it up from the frame with parts I liked.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 77
Posted By Aubergine

TBH I would simply not use those tires.

TBH I would simply not use those tires.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-02-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 65
Posted By Aubergine

Looks like a model 100 from the early 70s, made...

Looks like a model 100 from the early 70s, made with hi-ten steel. It has Simplex Delrin derailleurs and a cottered steel crank. The rear derailleur worked well enough for the time but the front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 376
Posted By Aubergine

Admit it, you used carpenter's glue to hold the...

Admit it, you used carpenter's glue to hold the bearings in place?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 376
Posted By Aubergine

I could be wrong, but I believe that an Ashtabula...

I could be wrong, but I believe that an Ashtabula crank requires caged bearings. I learned that only after I tried and failed to use loose bearings on an Ashtabula assembly.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,663
Posted By Aubergine

You might be better served by looking for a...

You might be better served by looking for a saddle that has a perineum cutout, rather than trying to pad the area. I like the Terry saddles (link https://www.terrybicycles.com/saddles/womens-saddles)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,593
Posted By Aubergine

It does not look like enough to me. I'd try to...

It does not look like enough to me. I'd try to get another 3/4 or 1 inch on those pedals.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 5,209
Posted By Aubergine

Yeah, it's a good morning read. I don't always...

Yeah, it's a good morning read. I don't always agree with him but his opinions are usually worth thinking over.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,159
Posted By Aubergine

I agree with you re marginal brakes. I have boxes...

I agree with you re marginal brakes. I have boxes of possible calipers and levers tho so I won't need to look for any Tektro bits. If the Campa levers don't do the trick I'll toss on some Nuovo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 7,862
Views: 943,988
Posted By Aubergine

Bar tape arrived and is on the bike. I still need...

Bar tape arrived and is on the bike. I still need to route the rear light cable along the inner fender edge (using a tough glue) but for now I have it running along the rear rack.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 164
Posted By Aubergine

It's almost surely a UO-8 or AO-8. Look at the...

It's almost surely a UO-8 or AO-8. Look at the early 70s catalogs at https://www.bikeboompeugeot.com/Brochures%20USA/Brochures%20USA.htm.

The serial number is unlikely to help, btw.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,004
Posted By Aubergine

That small gap makes me wonder if the bike...

That small gap makes me wonder if the bike originally came with a centerpull brake. In any case, I agree that it's best to add a spacer rather than cut down the fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,593
Posted By Aubergine

Given that they are Biopace rings, I'd try...

Given that they are Biopace rings, I'd try setting the gap between derailleur and chainring high point at 1.5 mm rather than 3.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 458
Posted By Aubergine

Any recommendations for cleaning off sweat in...

Any recommendations for cleaning off sweat in particular?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 5,209
Posted By Aubergine

The Bike Snob weighs in today. ...

The Bike Snob weighs in today.

https://bikesnobnyc.com/2024/04/30/gonna-dress-you-up-in-my-ennui/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 7,862
Views: 943,988
Posted By Aubergine

Bike is now almost done. The last fiddly bits - -...

Bike is now almost done. The last fiddly bits - - adjusting the Mafac brake shoes, getting the rear fender set in place, running the dynamo wires - - took more time than the rest of the danged...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,159
Posted By Aubergine

Update. I finally had a chance to try the...

Update. I finally had a chance to try the Universal calipers with some other levers. They worked much more comfortably with both Campagnolo and Weinmann. I decided to use the Campagnolo levers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 10,346
Posted By Aubergine

Gonna give this post a bump. I also can't...

Gonna give this post a bump.

I also can't easily pick a no 1 bike. I love the ride of all my 531 framed bikes. I love the ride of my Columbus steel bikes as well. But I suppose if I pick the bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By Aubergine

If it helps (maybe not), Herse had some in stock...

If it helps (maybe not), Herse had some in stock last year and I bought a couple pairs in 700c and 650b.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 985
Posted By Aubergine

The site does not list Herse or Gran Bois tires...

The site does not list Herse or Gran Bois tires among the ones they test, so it has little credibility for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 918
Posted By Aubergine

Lovely bike. Enough patina for any three bikes,...

Lovely bike. Enough patina for any three bikes, too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7,862
Views: 943,988
Posted By Aubergine

Been putting together a 1970s Claud Butler 531...

Been putting together a 1970s Claud Butler 531 frame using parts taken from my stash. Front wheel has a SON dynamo and rear has a wide range Suntour Ultra 6 freewheel. Bar cons, Mafac Racer brakes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,593
Posted By Aubergine

As I recall they are basically a B-17 with a...

As I recall they are basically a B-17 with a cutout. So if you fit a B-17 they should be comfortable enough.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 979
Posted By Aubergine

I'm glad you're finally getting to a solution!

I'm glad you're finally getting to a solution!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 560
Posted By Aubergine

Oh, I agree with you that "I feel good" is a...

Oh, I agree with you that "I feel good" is a great way to evaluate a bike! And from that perspective, I have found that inexpensive bikes can be very enjoyable to ride . . . Although some can benefit...
Forum: Touring
04-24-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 884
Posted By Aubergine

One thing you could do is find a small rack, a...

One thing you could do is find a small rack, a porte-paquet as the French call it, which is designed specifically to support the bottom of a handlebar bag. Nitto, Dia Compe, Velo Orange, and others...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,593
Posted By Aubergine

FWIW I leave my toe clip straps a bit loose, and...

FWIW I leave my toe clip straps a bit loose, and I can easily get out of the pedals without needing to undo anything. Same with getting into the pedals. Obviously, I am using flat cycling shoes with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 979
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, it seems to me that the first thing to check...

Yes, it seems to me that the first thing to check is the wheel dish. If the wheel is correctly dished, then check the alignment of the rear triangle of the frame. If the frame and wheel are straight,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-24-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 307
Posted By Aubergine

One thing I would note is that the Raynal has...

One thing I would note is that the Raynal has steel rims. If you ride in rain, you do not want steel rims.

I also wonder about the size of the bike. The Batavia is much bigger than the others....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 982
Posted By Aubergine

I'd say common. Tipi Emmie (leaving that...

I'd say common. Tipi Emmie (leaving that autocorrect creation for the heck of it) also made fork ends and dropouts, for example.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 390
Posted By Aubergine

If you're looking at modern hookless rims, yes....

If you're looking at modern hookless rims, yes. But with your old hooked rims, which are pretty wide, a 32 will work with no issues. You could probably use a 35 as well, if it fits in your frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 390
Posted By Aubergine

Thanks, Juvela. Interesting old bike.

Thanks, Juvela. Interesting old bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 390
Posted By Aubergine

What's the link for the first part of the tale?

What's the link for the first part of the tale?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,426
Posted By Aubergine

There were a couple common types of racks back in...

There were a couple common types of racks back in the 80s. One is the spring loaded Pletscher rack, which looks like the one in the advertisement....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-23-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, it still has value. Rust can be treated and...

Yes, it still has value. Rust can be treated and tires replaced. They are nice bikes to ride and are worth the effort to clean up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 15,907
Posted By Aubergine

That's exactly it. i do really need to quit...

That's exactly it.

i do really need to quit looking at Craigslist . . .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 15,907
Posted By Aubergine

I am not sure what the official Trek size is, but...

I am not sure what the official Trek size is, but I prefer frames that are 55-56 cm.

And as it turned out I just spotted a Claude Butler frame for a stupid price on CL about 7 blocks from me . . ....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,273
Posted By Aubergine

MikeDeason , read what Jan Heine has to say about...

MikeDeason , read what Jan Heine has to say about modern bikes and suspension. https://www.renehersecycles.com/paris-roubaix-one-bike-for-everything/

As I've said before, really all you need are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 15,907
Posted By Aubergine

Next up is my 2019 Trek 520. It's a nice...

Next up is my 2019 Trek 520. It's a nice competent bike, but the issue is that I bought the frame and built it to my taste. Ten speed Campagnolo Racing triple gearing, a SON hub and lights, Velocity...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aubergine

i also have a few old road bikes running tubulars...

i also have a few old road bikes running tubulars (I prefer nice fat silk ones). Really great riding tires! If you want a comparable ride with clinchers, look at Herse and Grand Bois tires in widths...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 42,344
Posted By Aubergine

You need an old one on this page. 1962 Record...

You need an old one on this page. 1962 Record equipped with mostly Gran Sport bits.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 774
Posted By Aubergine

They sell for about 610 euros according to a...

They sell for about 610 euros according to a couple sites in France.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,906
Posted By Aubergine

Tiger, I have run the housing to the top of the...

Tiger, I have run the housing to the top of the bars a couple times (usually when the bike has aero brake cables as well). It does not affect shifting quality or steering as far as I can tell, but I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,273
Posted By Aubergine

And there we have about the best explanation...

And there we have about the best explanation possible for this purchase. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,593
Posted By Aubergine

Those are definitely a pain, but they work really...

Those are definitely a pain, but they work really well if you use a saddle with a perineal cutout! Then you can use a socket wrench with a short extension to reach the bolts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,049
Posted By Aubergine

it's crap tape mostly because it does not cover...

it's crap tape mostly because it does not cover the hole! What I would do is go to a bike shop and look for Velox cloth tape, although your shop might offer other types. I would not recommend either...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,906
Posted By Aubergine

Yeah. I don't like that either. What I do is exit...

Yeah. I don't like that either. What I do is exit the brake housing just below the brake levers, where there is a more or less natural opening in the bar tape. Let's see if I can find a pic . . . ....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,257
Posted By Aubergine

Don't you have a bike charity in your area? I...

Don't you have a bike charity in your area? I take most of my old bikes and parts to Bike Works in Seattle. They do a lot of work getting bikes in the hands (or feet?) of kids and adults who need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,049
Posted By Aubergine

Rim tape is designed to go over the valve hole....

Rim tape is designed to go over the valve hole. I'd take that crap tape out and replace it with some good quality rim tape. That alone will give you some better protection.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,049
Posted By Aubergine

Another option, RoadWearier . Schwalbe presta...

Another option, RoadWearier . Schwalbe presta tubes have a locknut that fits into the Schrader valve hole, and thus does the same thing as the adapters other folks have mentioned.
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