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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 917,505
Posted By beech333

I bought this on my birthday last year, just...

I bought this on my birthday last year, just because it was at a price I could not pass up, and I was curious to try a SC. Purists are likely to hate the build, but I am using what I have, vs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,887
Posted By beech333

Still have it, and no plans for it to go...

Still have it, and no plans for it to go anywhere. The only negative things I can say about it are that I wish it were just a bit bigger, and that saddle was awful, but it matches so well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,887
Posted By beech333

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1...

Yup! 3 Fuji Design Series, 2 Professionals, 1 Fuji Newest, 1 Professional Super Record, 1 CP Titanium, 1 Titanium with Century Record.

Don't forget that there are also the very nice Rivendells...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,971
Posted By beech333

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It...

So happy to see it was not repainted again. It looks great.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-03-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,614
Posted By beech333

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that...

Yes, it was standard. I'm not the expert that many here are, but I always assumed it was due to extra reinforcement needed for their stays.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 723
Posted By beech333

It is a great color, and an interesting build. ...

It is a great color, and an interesting build. I thought I had settled on the color for a French campeur build for the spring, but this has me re-evaluating that decision.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-28-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 500
Posted By beech333

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see...

Is the centerpull set sold already? I don't see photos for it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-05-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 998
Posted By beech333

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not...

I cannot express how happy I am that this is not a 24" frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,115,234
Posted By beech333

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is...

I don't think it is a bargain, but I think it is certainly fair. That is in the ballpark for what I paid for mine earlier this year. If it were a few cm larger, I would be reaching out to see if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 09:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,334
Posted By beech333

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but...

This now has a repainted SC as a stablemate, but the B is by far the prettier of the two. I just cannot get into the sloping fork crowns.

PS. If you host another spring ride, I will do my best to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,256
Posted By beech333

Well, given the context, I can understand why you...

Well, given the context, I can understand why you thought I was referring to the modern components. I was more curious about the crankset and brakes.

Cool bike. Someone should be happy, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,256
Posted By beech333

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving...

If that were bigger, I'd be asking about driving up after work tomorrow. What are the parts on it? Did the rear get spread to 130?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 03:40 AM
Replies: 28
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Views: 1,674
Posted By beech333

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires...

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up some tires for a couple bikes that were in need.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-28-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 209
Posted By beech333

I'd like these, if they are still available.

I'd like these, if they are still available.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 04:13 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,559
Posted By beech333

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a...

1973 Fuji Special Road Racer: I bought it at a garage sale as a kid.
1975 Fuji Professional: My lovely wife bought this for me about a decade ago, as my first high end bike.
Rivendell Saluki: my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,029
Posted By beech333

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I...

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I really like the Natchez, because it smooths out road chatter so well. I imagine it would be a poor choice for a wannabe racer though. Most would likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,376
Posted By beech333

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and...

What are the dimensions, such as diameter and width of the slots. If you measure the diameter, please be clear in how you measure it(od vs id). I have a batch of freewheels I bought several years...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-10-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,387
Posted By beech333

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or...

How far are you from Oswego(home), Elgin(work) or Peoria?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-23, 05:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,627
Posted By beech333

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size...

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size headclip a few years ago, because I did not know they came in more than one size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,993
Posted By beech333

One of these years, I need to make it to this...

One of these years, I need to make it to this ride, especially since it is looking more likely that we will be moving back to the Peoria area.

Sadly, I was in the area yesterday, but far too late....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,993
Posted By beech333

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.

You are correct. I am getting my towns mixed up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,993
Posted By beech333

You may want to double check that the bridge is...

You may want to double check that the bridge is open in Henry. I thought it has been closed for some time, though I cannot say if it opened in the last few weeks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 788
Posted By beech333

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was...

The TOMRV used to go through Galena and it was beautiful. It is too bad that the TOMRV came to an end. I heard they had trouble getting people to host/organize it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 704
Posted By beech333

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a...

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a small donation, via the link at the bottom of the site. Thanks for your hard work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,393
Posted By beech333

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine...

I would not call it BS. In most cases, I imagine other people trying to be helpful. I've not had a stem fail on me, but I did fail to properly tighten my handlebar bolt once. It made for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,393
Posted By beech333

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is...

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is extra heavy, but can get me just a little bit of height on a bike that is borderline too small. I cannot wait until people start telling me my stem isn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,393
Posted By beech333

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix...

Custom extended Cinelli stem. Think of a mix between a steel Cinelli stem and a Nitto Technomic.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,396
Posted By beech333

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I...

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I wasn't changing the tubes. I just started choosing other bikes, to be able to get a ride in, because I resented the Opus.

The bike that replaced...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,396
Posted By beech333

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead...

gilco tubed Colnago Master: felt heavy and dead to me.

Fuji Opus III: The frame was beautiful, but it felt cursed. I never had so many flats as on that bike, and I never had issues with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 17,735
Posted By beech333

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a...

If only that were true. IAB pointed out a 1950's(?) DeRosa to me that sold for surprisingly low not all that long ago. I cannot seem to find the auction anymore. :(
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,219
Posted By beech333

I have far worse looking bikes that ride...

I have far worse looking bikes that ride regularly, or at least as regularly as I can get. I'd inspect it closely to ensure nothing looks like it is likely to fail, but I'd imagine riding those with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-31-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 752
Posted By beech333

steerer length on the fork?

steerer length on the fork?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-25-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,067
Posted By beech333

My size, but I am picking up something else to...

My size, but I am picking up something else to pedal this weekend.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-24-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,375
Posted By beech333

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really...

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really loving the 50's bikes lately.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-19-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,441
Posted By beech333

This may be a good start. ...

This may be a good start.
https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=CD854301-80C2-426E-A179-104B0A39A25B&Enum=102&AbsPos=0
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,375
Posted By beech333

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french...

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french fit. I have always been sized to 58cm frames when shopping for new bikes, but I have found that I prefer 60-61cm(c-t) sizes. Going up to 62 is just...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,375
Posted By beech333

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince...

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince myself that this is 1cm too big.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,602
Posted By beech333

There is no chance of a repaint while in my...

There is no chance of a repaint while in my ownership, unless something terrible happens. I don't mind a healthy patina.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,602
Posted By beech333

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve...

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve Whitlach's old Criterium.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/971x633/criterium_0e2f676e59b53f3de15984d6a9ed0e0f8103ef75.png
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By beech333

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all,...

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all, but as I get older, I'm not nearly as comfortable on them. The 1950's and early 60's seem to be the sweet spot of comfort and reasonable shifting. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By beech333

Talking Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will...

Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will likely be $$$, given my experience in the past. It would be joining a French heavy stable from that era.

Criterium...
Forum: For Sale
06-25-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 671
Posted By beech333

I sent a message in the other posting, but I am...

I sent a message in the other posting, but I am interested.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By beech333

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is...

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is still available.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 603
Posted By beech333

Fair enough. The current spindle is stronglight...

Fair enough. The current spindle is stronglight and I don't recognize what the crankarms. are. I question if the arms are as old as the frame.

I have not measured with calipers, but the arm to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 603
Posted By beech333

School me on cottered crank spindles

I need to replace the cottered crank spindle on my Pelissier, but I admit that I know virtually nothing about them. Sure, I can try to measure it and buy something longer, but I wonder if there may...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-24-23, 06:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,996
Posted By beech333

I don't think I have been in that situation as a...

I don't think I have been in that situation as a seller, but I imagine 24 hours, then another 24 hours if there is a good excuse, unless I know them.

That said, I know I faulted there when I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-23-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 481
Posted By beech333

I got fed up with trying to send a pm, so I...

I got fed up with trying to send a pm, so I emailed on all three just a minute ago. BF is getting to be too much of a pita to navigate. guessing it is the ads loading slow...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-23-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 259
Posted By beech333

sending a pm about a few things, this included

sending a pm about a few things, this included
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-23-23, 05:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 275
Posted By beech333

dibs?

dibs?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,602
Posted By beech333

356Geoff sold this Pelissier to me, and it went...

356Geoff sold this Pelissier to me, and it went out for a 35 miler yesterday. I felt a bit reluctant to add the bag, but I wanted to ride the bike and make a run to a bakery to pick up a loaf of...
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