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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-21, 03:58 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,036
Posted By pcons713

Yea the rack works well, the fenders are built...

Yea the rack works well, the fenders are built sturdier than normal and are stiff enough to manage panniers as long as it isn't overloaded. I typically commute with about 6kg on each side at most and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-21, 01:56 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,036
Posted By pcons713

Yes, it has required a bit of adjusting and seems...

Yes, it has required a bit of adjusting and seems like it will work out well. Still not 100% but it is getting there, and a little touch to the barrel adjuster mid-ride is ok for now.



I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-21, 02:36 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,036
Posted By pcons713

Here's my second dropbar mtb build - 1993 Trek...

Here's my second dropbar mtb build - 1993 Trek 950. Almost all original aside from the conversion. Great handling and fit using a threaded-to-threadless stem converter. Using the MicroShift 3x7...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-21, 04:35 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,036
Posted By pcons713

1992 Trek 950 Singletrack conversion

Here's another of mine, building these up are a great winter project. I used the MicroShift 3x7 to match to the original Deore LX components, although the odd top-pull FD with the cable anchored...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,895,550
Posted By pcons713

Thanks, I got lucky that the original owner...

Thanks, I got lucky that the original owner installed a beefy steer tube extender and that heavy overbuilt spacer. I know there can be some concern with using stem extenders but it's rock solid and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-20, 03:48 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 18,852
Posted By pcons713

+1 for Kuwahara. Fantastic bikes not so highly...

+1 for Kuwahara. Fantastic bikes not so highly valued in the US, but in Germany they've got total cult status to the point where they might even be overvalued. And awesome retro paint too! This is an...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-08-20, 02:57 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,895,550
Posted By pcons713

My converted mid-90s Giant Chaos MTB. Decent...

My converted mid-90s Giant Chaos MTB. Decent frame with double butted tubes including stays and a threadless headset. I used MicroShift / MicroNew 3x7 shifters to match the original Deore LX...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,036
Posted By pcons713

Great to see this thread going strong after so...

Great to see this thread going strong after so many years, so I'll add in my contribution - conversion of a 1994 Giant Chaos. Little known frame but really quite nice with double butted tubes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 02:09 PM
Replies: 290
Views: 36,370
Posted By pcons713

Great SuperCourse clunker!

Great SuperCourse clunker!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-06-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,542
Posted By pcons713

while i can't compare to a silca, which...

while i can't compare to a silca, which definitely wins on style points, i can attest to the zefal hpx as a great pump that's fast and efficient at all pressures
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-20, 09:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,109
Posted By pcons713

The first considerations is what type of brakes...

The first considerations is what type of brakes the bike uses - caliper, cantilever, or V brake. As long as it isn't V brake you should be ok with many different options. If you need help determining...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,581
Posted By pcons713

I can echo the comments posted above and just...

I can echo the comments posted above and just also add that the Velo Orange quill stems have worked out really well for me, though a bit on the pricy side. lots of different models to accomodate...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,200
Posted By pcons713

+1 for Busch & Muller. I have the Ixon Core...

+1 for Busch & Muller. I have the Ixon Core (rechargeable, but batteries not removable) and its great for fast night rides on forest gravel cycle paths on the high beam, and all other city rides are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-20, 05:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 773
Posted By pcons713

anything with GoreTex has worked well for me...

anything with GoreTex has worked well for me (lots of brands use them). if you're near a Decathlon store they usually have good options (common in EU, not so much in US... not sure where your are)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-20, 05:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,513
Posted By pcons713

awesome bike!

awesome bike!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-20, 05:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,240
Posted By pcons713

looks cool

looks cool
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-04-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,357
Posted By pcons713

isn't max tire size usually included on the site?

isn't max tire size usually included on the site?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-20, 05:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,777
Posted By pcons713

you could re-do the lug lining with a paint pen...

you could re-do the lug lining with a paint pen (sold in art stores) and wet sand the bumps and defects in the paint with very high grit sandpaper to smooth and polish it. I've done this before with...
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