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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-18, 09:11 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,583
Posted By Dougie D

1980 Miyata 610

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-18, 06:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By Dougie D

Rusty Spokes

Well, I thought my bike was dry when I put her up but alas after a couple of weeks I now have rust on my spokes. I hate to replace the wheels. This bike is a vintage 30 years old. What's a gent to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-18, 06:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,827
Posted By Dougie D

Canuckjgc - post pics should you rig up your...

Canuckjgc - post pics should you rig up your Miyata for gravel duty. I'm doing the same to my 610. Bikes are made to be ridden! You can always find another one.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-18, 05:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,373
Posted By Dougie D

New Bike or Old Bike?

I'm usually over in Classic and Vintage as I'm a steel road bike guy. I have some young, fast friends that I want to start mountain biking with.

These guys are 20 years younger than me and ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-18, 11:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,080
Posted By Dougie D

AWESOME. Great job on this. I want one.

AWESOME. Great job on this. I want one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,217
Posted By Dougie D

Please post a pic of the bike.

Please post a pic of the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-18, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,202
Posted By Dougie D

Like a time machine!

Like a time machine!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-08-18, 09:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,019
Posted By Dougie D

I'm 6'0" and wear 32" length jeans. All my bikes...

I'm 6'0" and wear 32" length jeans. All my bikes are 56 cm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-18, 11:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,135
Posted By Dougie D

Here is my 1980 Miyata 610. It was built as a...

Here is my 1980 Miyata 610. It was built as a "go anywhere" bike. It has Brifters and no granny gear. It's now sporting 28 mm tires. I'm considering switching to some wider knobbys and taking...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-31-18, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 765
Posted By Dougie D

C'mon, man. A pic....

C'mon, man. A pic....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-18, 05:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 897
Posted By Dougie D

Fattest tires for a Schwinn World?

I'm converting a Schwinn World to single speed. What are the fattest tires it will accomodate? Also, planning to go 700 cc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-18, 05:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,161
Posted By Dougie D

You lucky man. This is one of my grail bikes. ...

You lucky man. This is one of my grail bikes. I'm with Spooky Reverb and stock build.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-18, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By Dougie D

Can you ID this Univega?

I have my eye on this Craigslist find. What can you tell me? https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x562/img_0690_700b0aebd3ff0f672218c8d2e654249a7ca6ead2.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-18, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,987
Posted By Dougie D

Give it a hundred miles or so. Those Nishiki's...

Give it a hundred miles or so. Those Nishiki's will grow on you.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-18, 01:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,801
Posted By Dougie D

Who loves their helmet?

My old Giro seems worse for the wear and I am looking for a new helmet. I'd like to hear from anyone who LOVES their helmet. Specifically, anyone who has crashed and can testify to their helmet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-18, 11:40 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,369
Posted By Dougie D

Magnificent! This is a work of art. Any trouble...

Magnificent! This is a work of art. Any trouble with the seat post? 26.7mm? This is a fun bike for sure. My 1980 610 had become my primary ride. It's just so smooth!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-18, 02:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,439
Posted By Dougie D

Agreed no bike under 30 pounds should feel heavy....

Agreed no bike under 30 pounds should feel heavy. The smidge of difference in weight advantage is blown away by rideability. My Miyata is about 25 pounds but show me some flat pavement and I'll eat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-18, 09:02 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,439
Posted By Dougie D

Heavy bike lovers unite!

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I am an ex-weight weenie. My carbon fiber bikes now collect dust while I ride...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-18, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,092
Posted By Dougie D

I have a couple of questions about your Nashbar...

I have a couple of questions about your Nashbar SS as I’ve had my eye on it.

What does it weigh? is The weight in the frame or the wheels?

how many miles do you have on it? Is the. It Tom...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-18, 08:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,232
Posted By Dougie D

Ben, pics please! Im looking for a quality...

Ben, pics please!

Im looking for a quality frame (Miyata, Panasonic, Nishiki, Centurion, etc) to converts to an SS with 46x 15, 28 Gatorakins and a titanium seat and seatpost.

Ill post a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-18, 06:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 956
Posted By Dougie D

Shimano RD 6400 actin' a fool

Can you use a Shiman RD 6400 with an 8 speed cassettte? Specs say it is designed for a 7 speed. Since I never use my granny gear can I set it for the high 7 and call it a day?

Also, I keep...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-18, 05:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,656
Posted By Dougie D

Yes. My text didn't make it. I wanted to...

Yes. My text didn't make it. I wanted to confirm if this is index shifting. It does not have barrell adjusters. Also, the rear derailleur is scratched up and looks a little bent. Or have I just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-18, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,656
Posted By Dougie D

Friction shifting help - Shimano 600 -

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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-15-18, 11:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,940
Posted By Dougie D

Touring Bike vs. Road Bike Fit

Are there any rules of thumb for Touring Bike fit vs. Road Bike? Does the seat being an arm and middle finger away from the stem still fly?
Forum: Commuting
06-10-18, 12:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,177
Posted By Dougie D

The Ap store has several free speedometer &...

The Ap store has several free speedometer & tracking apps.
Forum: Commuting
06-09-18, 08:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,801
Posted By Dougie D

Pedal Recomendation

I've started commuting and don't want to lug my cycling shoes along. I'm looking for a lightweight pedal that I can ride in running shoes but can also clip into when I want that won't break the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-18, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,523
Posted By Dougie D

I'm looking for manufacturer's frame geometry and...

I'm looking for manufacturer's frame geometry and I'm also curious if the steel and construction quality is as good as I've heard.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-18, 09:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,523
Posted By Dougie D

I believe it's a '79 or '80. Miyata 610. The...

I believe it's a '79 or '80. Miyata 610. The serial number is unlike any I've seen. There is an upside down '1" followed immediately by "b96235". Here is a pic (excuse the test pedals).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-18, 08:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,523
Posted By Dougie D

Anyone find anything? I'm looking for a '79...

Anyone find anything? I'm looking for a '79 catalog.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-18, 08:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,915
Posted By Dougie D

That is my favorite bike of all time. I put...

That is my favorite bike of all time. I put thousands of miles on mine. They are fast, nimble and indestructible. The frame will last you forvever. Enjoy!
Forum: Commuting
06-05-18, 07:34 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 49,513
Posted By Dougie D

That's a nice looking Miyata. Do you know what...

That's a nice looking Miyata. Do you know what year/model it is? I picked up a '79 610 and it rides great. I'm trying to get more info on the '79 as I haven't found anything prior to about '82. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-18, 07:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,000
Posted By Dougie D

You can expect a lot of fun miles!

You can expect a lot of fun miles!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-18, 07:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,843
Posted By Dougie D

Wow!

Wow!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-18, 07:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,785
Posted By Dougie D

Great looking bike! What a find!

Great looking bike! What a find!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-18, 06:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,230
Posted By Dougie D

Clipless pedals for all around bike

I'm looking for recommendations for clipless pedals for a mike bike which has multiple uses. I commute and do long weekend rides. I've tried several varieties but nothing lights my fire.

What...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-18, 01:45 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 322,775
Posted By Dougie D

Nice!

Nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-18, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2,562
Views: 960,299
Posted By Dougie D

Sharp Looking Centurion!

Sharp Looking Centurion!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By Dougie D

Help me Pimp out my old Centurion

I found this forum after doing a search for Centurion Bikes form the '80's. I have an old Centurion and want to resurrect it. My goals are:

1. Durable as possible.
2. Fast
3. Light

I'm not...
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