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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 60,314
Posted By 1oldtrackie

My old Bianchi Track bike - late 20's early 30's...

My old Bianchi Track bike - late 20's early 30's that I restored 25 yrs ago. Now sold.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,131,198
Posted By 1oldtrackie

My old LEJEUNE Stayer bike that I sold. I alway...

My old LEJEUNE Stayer bike that I sold. I alway wondered if it was a real French LEJEUNE since it had 2 holes for a head badge (decal covered up the holes)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,951
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I've always tried to keep a simple clean line...

I've always tried to keep a simple clean line showing the evolution of my bike collection. From the earliest of track racing to the latest - left to right. There was another 70 or so bikes I just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,449
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I sold many antique and vintage track bikes from...

I sold many antique and vintage track bikes from my collection over the last few years to Gordon. He was always a pleasure to talk with on the phone. Just a super nice guy! I was planning on visiting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,077
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Basically identical to this old Stayer bike which...

Basically identical to this old Stayer bike which we always thought might be a "MITTENS".
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 47,032
Posted By 1oldtrackie

My old ZEUS ( found at Fairfield bicycle shop in...

My old ZEUS ( found at Fairfield bicycle shop in Victoria, B.C. Canada ) - seems they liked to do brown for their bikes! This was actually an incredible riding very responsive track bike.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,266
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I was in France 30 years and went in this bike...

I was in France 30 years and went in this bike store. Still have their shirt.... from the bottom of my drawer! ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,669
Posted By 1oldtrackie

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,669
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Here's a rare one!! I've had this over 25 yrs in...

Here's a rare one!! I've had this over 25 yrs in my collection - found in a bike shop in Southern California on display. Sold to me and paid dearly for it! Formerly owned by the Olympian David...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,669
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I'm a collector 6-Day jerseys but this old jersey...

I'm a collector 6-Day jerseys but this old jersey has been with me for about 35 years or longer. I don't know anything about it except that it's too small for me so it sits at the bottom of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 21,012
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I believe those bars I have on it in these pics...

I believe those bars I have on it in these pics are either Cinelli or Titan's. I went to look but right now they are taped to the top. They've been on several years this way and can't remember...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 21,012
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I ride mine all the time with no issues. ...

I ride mine all the time with no issues.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

1977 Plum Vainqueur ... I sold this to a guy...

1977 Plum Vainqueur ...

I sold this to a guy in the U.K. over 10 years ago and regretted it. I've been looking for the bike ever since and still no luck.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 11:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 421
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Not much help to you but I have this very cool...

Not much help to you but I have this very cool "KOTTER'S" 6-Day jersey in my collection.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 84,904
Posted By 1oldtrackie

1896 - Eddie "Cannon" Bald .. Professional...

1896 - Eddie "Cannon" Bald .. Professional cyclist seen here riding his Barnes "White Flyer". Raced from 1892 - 1903 then raced cars after retirement. Regarded as Buffalo's greatest ever cyclist.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,885
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Jeff is a great person. We speak on a regular...

Jeff is a great person. We speak on a regular basis. I've stayed overnight at his house and have known him for about 25 yrs now. I've actually known him since his first bicycle shop and have photos...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,885
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Great information and thank you for that. ...

Great information and thank you for that.

The info the seller told me was that her raced against Jerry in '72 and '73 and Jerry was on the Rickert. Jerry got a Confente for '74 and sold him the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,885
Posted By 1oldtrackie

The person you are talking about on Bainbridge...

The person you are talking about on Bainbridge Island would be Jeff Groman. He is a collector of 6-Day bikes etc. Also Ted Ernst is a wonderful person and a friend. I visited Ted just a couple...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I do regret selling my 1981 Flying Gate. One day...

I do regret selling my 1981 Flying Gate. One day I'll have another ........ or maybe I'll find this one again!!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,078
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I didn't see the very rare "Southern cycles"! ...

I didn't see the very rare "Southern cycles"!
Very few know about this company with Stan Butcher.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-22, 04:04 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 27,797
Posted By 1oldtrackie

CONTINUED ..... 1940's CCM "Flyer" Track ...

CONTINUED .....


1940's CCM "Flyer" Track
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 27,797
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I've restored many early racers over the years...

I've restored many early racers over the years and try to keep them as they were the time they were born. I try to use single stage mostly as the early bikes were done this way. There are times one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,191
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Some rare Paris Sport wheel covers on one of my...

Some rare Paris Sport wheel covers on one of my bikes.

I'll post pics of my friends Limongi Track as soon as I find them - white with chrome
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-22, 07:24 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I have looked for one of these Track bikes for...

I have looked for one of these Track bikes for many years. I finally have one and would like to share the story of one of the great German 6-Day frame builders. This is a great read - written mostly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-22, 08:19 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,813
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Just recently picked up a frame here in North...

Just recently picked up a frame here in North Hollywood area and looked in the bottom bracket to see a card or something used as a gasket(?). The guy who owned the frame since the 70's said he never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,813
Posted By 1oldtrackie

The blue one I found out here in Encino near the...

The blue one I found out here in Encino near the Velodrome many yrs ago from the original owner. I can't remember the year he said though. Now in a collection with my friend in Seattle but he's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-22, 08:43 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

1930's "GOOSSENS SPECIAL" ( original ) ...

1930's "GOOSSENS SPECIAL" ( original )
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-22, 07:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,731
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Here's something that's impossible to find .. an...

Here's something that's impossible to find .. an NOS badge! I never used it when I restored my 1962 Geminiani. I need to dig it out and get a better photo of it because this is an old photo.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 07:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Any photos of the bike? Is it a Racer? A couple...

Any photos of the bike? Is it a Racer? A couple good photos will help to determine what avenue to take with it.

TOC - (Turn of the Century) bikes are not something to give just anyone of course. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 09:25 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

My 1971 "The Flying Scot" after a ride last week....

My 1971 "The Flying Scot" after a ride last week. I bought this in 1980 or '81 from the original owner as frame & fork only.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 395
Views: 147,959
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Bianchi Track bike

When I restored my early Bianchi ( believed to be 1930's ) it was very difficult finding the right color. In my research of Celeste Green I found out that the
color was actually formed by the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-22, 07:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,047
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I have about 100 or more jerseys in my 6-Day...

I have about 100 or more jerseys in my 6-Day collection and decided to hang a few in the garage for kicks. I didn't like the way it turned out so I took them all down 2 days later.

I think 29...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-22, 07:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,754
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Did you use the KingArt pen to do the lug lining...

Did you use the KingArt pen to do the lug lining on the Urago? or did you use a brush?
Thank you
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-22, 12:29 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

It was kind of rough when I got it so I lightly...

It was kind of rough when I got it so I lightly sprayed it in black to freshen it up ( still the original paint underneath ). I painted the lugs gold and put it together with my Campy track stuff. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-22, 09:15 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I also have an Andre Bertin Track bike I bought...

I also have an Andre Bertin Track bike I bought from the original owner way back in 1987. He said he bought it new in 1952. I still have it and need to start on the restoration soon. It's black...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-22, 09:14 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,282
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I found this in a storage container out at...

I found this in a storage container out at Dominguez Hills California Velodrome around 1988. It apparently belonged to a German Sprint Champion back in the day. I outfitted it with my parts. Never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-22, 06:57 AM
Replies: 1,799
Views: 433,966
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I deleted the photos etc of the Plum Vainqueur. ...

I deleted the photos etc of the Plum Vainqueur. My apologies for not recognizing it was Belgium made.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 1,799
Views: 433,966
Posted By 1oldtrackie

- deleted photos etc as another member stated...

- deleted photos etc as another member stated Belgium was not the Netherlands. My apologies for showing the bike ( Plum Vainqueur )
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 09:05 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 19,525
Posted By 1oldtrackie

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Regret selling my Bob Jackson Track bike. Found in a storage container at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 19,525
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Hugh Porter Track bike ...

Hugh Porter Track bike


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,728
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Here's an example from a 1916 catalogue for the...

Here's an example from a 1916 catalogue for the Tribune Racer - Gearing is 96 inch
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-27-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,728
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Gordon, Most of the gearing at that time was...

Gordon,

Most of the gearing at that time was anywhere from 70 inch to over 100 inch. Most of the racers bikes back then had many different gearing ratios to choose from.

Example:
1896 Barnes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 63,125
Posted By 1oldtrackie

1973 Hugh Porter "Bantel" Track bike - original...

1973 Hugh Porter "Bantel" Track bike - original paint

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 41,434
Posted By 1oldtrackie

1895 Columbia Model #44 Factory Racer The...

1895 Columbia Model #44 Factory Racer

The racing models starting in 1892 used a blue rim and Columbia called these "The Blue Rimmed Racers".

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1,799
Views: 433,966
Posted By 1oldtrackie

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Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-04-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,761
Posted By 1oldtrackie

If you like Drag Racing cars then you may like my...

If you like Drag Racing cars then you may like my Blown Fuel Altered. It's the famous "Magic Muffler" Fiat that ran 1965 through 1968 here in southern Ca. The body is actually a 1948 Fiat Topolino...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-04-21, 07:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,761
Posted By 1oldtrackie

Out of the 130 or so plus track bikes, I would...

Out of the 130 or so plus track bikes, I would say maybe 5 actually fit me. Everything else was always a display piece for the collection.

I think the big chainring is a 40 tooth inch pitch which...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-04-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,761
Posted By 1oldtrackie

When I lived in B.C. Canada myself I collected...

When I lived in B.C. Canada myself I collected early track bikes all the time. I think you're right about that missing "Gene" thing you're lacking!!
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-04-21, 07:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,761
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I know Bob Freeman very well and we used to...

I know Bob Freeman very well and we used to display bikes together many years ago. His collection is mostly road bikes but he does have a couple of track bikes.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-01-21, 06:10 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,761
Posted By 1oldtrackie

I have a very small room out back separate from...

I have a very small room out back separate from the house which is my sport room. It is 40 ft long by about 20 ft wide. I use one side to display some bikes and the other side is my other stuff (...
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