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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By romperrr

Amazing job on the build and especially the...

Amazing job on the build and especially the paint! If you're up for it, I'd love to know more about your paint process, especially how you applied the god accents.

Glad it's bringing you miles of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 223
Posted By romperrr

Cool bike. Any idea why a tri bike would be built...

Cool bike. Any idea why a tri bike would be built with mtb tubing? I figured KHS would go for something lighter for the tri crowd
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 270
Posted By romperrr

Thanks! Any idea the time for each day? My...

Thanks! Any idea the time for each day? My internet searches haven't yielded anything..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 399
Posted By romperrr

Hi there, yes it's the same company. I've built a...

Hi there, yes it's the same company. I've built a few Terry bikes for female friends of mine and have been impressed with their construction and component specifications, overall, great bikes! I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 554
Posted By romperrr

Worth it for the original DA brake hoods alone!...

Worth it for the original DA brake hoods alone! JK... but not by much. Good price given the condition. GLWS!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,436
Posted By romperrr

If I weren't up to ears in projects, I'd buy the...

If I weren't up to ears in projects, I'd buy the frame in a heartbeat. I have plenty of parts to complete it, it's my size, AND I'm local. I JUST picked up a Bianchi Volpe... Please someone else buy...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-28-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 235
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful bike. I haven't seen this company...

Beautiful bike. I haven't seen this company before, do you have any more information about them?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-25-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 270
Posted By romperrr

I love going to this event. Thanks for the...

I love going to this event. Thanks for the reminder!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 809
Posted By romperrr

Definitely worth upgrading as long as it fits...

Definitely worth upgrading as long as it fits you. Looks like a full 531 frame with a salvageable brooks in lovely white and blue livery. These bikes have great sport-touring geometry and can take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 270
Posted By romperrr

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that...

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that rear skewer definitely isn't stock :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-22-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 341
Posted By romperrr

Interesting, given the shape, I'd expect them to...

Interesting, given the shape, I'd expect them to Ergo shifters. Were these used for TT bikes where the shifters were elsewhere?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-22-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 543
Posted By romperrr

damn, i didn't need this temptation this morning,...

damn, i didn't need this temptation this morning, but then again, I am courting temptation by being on this forum! I'll resist, for now, as I just picked up a new project.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 20,962
Posted By romperrr

1986/87 Melton (Skriven/Bishop) Handmade Road Bike - $600, Ann Arbor, MI

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/797276341848117/

Interesting story on this bike. Not sure how true it is, but is plausible from the little I know....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-14-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 382
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful frame with nice details like the fast...

Beautiful frame with nice details like the fast back stays and vertical drop outs. GLWS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,266
Posted By romperrr

interesting treatment of the seat stay, I've...

interesting treatment of the seat stay, I've never seen that before. Great to see it getting polished, it looks like a quality frame. Looking forward to your build.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 40,674
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for sharing the Eurovelo page! I'm...

Thanks for sharing the Eurovelo page! I'm planning a bike tour of Europe myself and this is very helpful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,040
Posted By romperrr

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised...

Wow! That's a very generous gift. I'm surprised that measuring CTT vs CTC would render a bike unridable, seems like a difference of a few centimeters at best. I guess it's good for you though. Enjoy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 676,649
Posted By romperrr

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I...

That is an incredibly cool bike, great score. I had no idea Trek even made 753 frames and I consider myself a fan of Treks! Do keep us updated on your plans, I'd love to see this bike refurbed and on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By romperrr

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great,...

That's a beautiful bike. Paint look great, haven't seen a mountech RD with those graphics before. Would make a great round town bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,117
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an...

Thanks for bumping this thread. It reminds of an Italian city bike project I've neglected. Once I get it presentable, I'll post in this thread.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-20-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 847
Posted By romperrr

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm...

Do you mind disclosing the sale price? I'm interested for my own records. robertj298
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-15-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,199
Posted By romperrr

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever...

I'm having major regret not buying this. Whomever bought this frame... could you considering selling it to yours truly?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,323
Posted By romperrr

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks...

I'm with Mr. 66. From what I can see, it looks fixable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 365
Posted By romperrr

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I...

That's great! Those are versatile bikes. I haven't tried those bar before but they look interesting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 53,173
Posted By romperrr

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet...

Thanks for these tips, pastorbobnlnh ! I've yet to try my hand at bag making and I'll certainly be referencing your post when I do!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-08-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 288
Posted By romperrr

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's...

dmark excited to see how you build this up, it's a beautiful, made in USA, CF frame!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,249
Posted By romperrr

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks...

That chrome bottom bracket is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-07-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 577
Posted By romperrr

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS

Beautiful clean up and a very fair price! GLWS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 754
Posted By romperrr

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you...

Looks like you're off to a good start! Since you already have a headset and bottom bracket, if there are any threading issues (I don't think AD used anything besides ISO, but I've been wrong before!)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 465
Posted By romperrr

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b...

huh, interesting. I never knew Schwinn made 650b Paramounts, I agree it does make since for smaller frames. Anyone around here have a 26inch/650b Paramount?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,916
Posted By romperrr

I need to know more about this bike, please.

I need to know more about this bike, please.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 02:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,979
Posted By romperrr

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an...

The use of schwinn approved stem shifters is an interesting one, certainly don't see many people putting stem shifters on paramounts! I appreciate that they'll be schwinn approved and I'm pleased it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-01-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 683
Posted By romperrr

seems to me like a great price on some excellent...

seems to me like a great price on some excellent wheels. GLWS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 341
Posted By romperrr

Your meticulous records are certainly...

Your meticulous records are certainly appreciated, thanks Jim!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,315
Posted By romperrr

You can't tease us with that statement without a...

You can't tease us with that statement without a picture of the bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,912
Posted By romperrr

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest...

As an attendee of John's gathering, I can attest it was a blast. I really enjoyed meeting members whom I've only know digitally for years. It was lovely to be in a room with all those lovely bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,315
Posted By romperrr

Wow, great score! Build it with what you can for...

Wow, great score! Build it with what you can for now and gradually upgrade as your finances allow. I'm so glad to hear you got this frame after pining for it for so long.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-22-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,040
Posted By romperrr

The catalog page for those interested. If it was...

The catalog page for those interested. If it was 22.5 I'd have bought it. These early 80's sport-touring treks really do both well, with the rack braze-ons and ability to take 32's with ease, it's an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,151
Posted By romperrr

I used your site years ago to ID my P8 and it...

I used your site years ago to ID my P8 and it started my vintage bike journey. Thank you for all that you do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 227
Posted By romperrr

I believe I can speak on behalf of our group when...

I believe I can speak on behalf of our group when I say, "yes, please post here as well"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,221,741
Posted By romperrr

Interesting 60's Paramount - 60 cm $475

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/918573752910981

Townie build with nice parts include a kickback hub. If anyone is interested in splitting this, I could actually use the wheelset and can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,141
Posted By romperrr

Sourcing parts might (will) put you over your...

Sourcing parts might (will) put you over your $500 budget. It's a nice looking frame, spread for modern hubs, though I'm not familiar with Columbus Formula 2 tubing. If I were you, I'd look around...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-13-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By romperrr

Boy howdy, that is a smokin deal

Boy howdy, that is a smokin deal
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,221,741
Posted By romperrr

^^^ if that Soma was one size smaller I'd be...

^^^ if that Soma was one size smaller I'd be looking for a way to get it to me. Great bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,043
Posted By romperrr

Amazing rebuild, great work.

Amazing rebuild, great work.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-06-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,121
Posted By romperrr

I'm interested! PM'd

I'm interested! PM'd
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 936
Posted By romperrr

Warning Modern Content - Tanglefoot Moonshiner

Interesting write up about a (gasp) modern bike. Sharing it with you esteemed people here as the reviewer likens the geometry to bicycles 100 years ago and also discusses the evolution of bike fit...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,499
Posted By romperrr

Very cool, thanks for sharing.

Very cool, thanks for sharing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,548
Posted By romperrr

^^^ great way to start off this year's thread!

^^^ great way to start off this year's thread!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 258
Posted By romperrr

Interesting spread. I enjoyed reading the...

Interesting spread. I enjoyed reading the contemplations and reviews from this article. It's interesting to read the what the author highlights as noteworthy. It might be fascinating to compare this...
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