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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,401
Posted By Mushrooom

Great, good to know. Thanks!

Great, good to know. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,401
Posted By Mushrooom

I know it's been said that all 130 bcd chainrings...

I know it's been said that all 130 bcd chainrings should be pretty much interchangeable, but does it matter if they were designed for 5,6,7,8 speeds or 9,10,11?
For example, I have a 7sp 1050...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 189
Posted By Mushrooom

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 189
Posted By Mushrooom

General Alcazar! What do you know about this bike?

I got this bike for a friend. Mainly because the parts were nice (mixed 105 and 600 with some Mavic rims). Tubing is in Cromoly 4130. My friend is really happy, but I'm still puzzled as to where this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-20-22, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Thanks for the kind words, guys! It does...

Thanks for the kind words, guys!

It does look kinda sexy, indeed. I think the black tires compliment the chromed parts nicely. Maybe I'll put on a black saddle and tape in the future. :D
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-17-22, 06:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Build is done! :) ...

Build is done! :)

https://i.ibb.co/P69WK3b/1.jpg
https://i.ibb.co/thTsXxX/2.jpg
https://i.ibb.co/mS2ZfwT/3.jpg
https://i.ibb.co/3NfdqM6/4.jpg
https://i.ibb.co/z86mjb6/5.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-22, 11:59 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

I've done exactly this many times (when I missed...

I've done exactly this many times (when I missed getting my foot in there correctly the first time). As others mentioned, I would also push on the wrong side of the pedal if I needed to get going...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-22, 09:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Looks like the parts C9H13N kindly offered are on...

Looks like the parts C9H13N kindly offered are on their way!

I'd like to thank you all for your offers. Lots of good deals to be had. I'll post back once the build is done. Hopefully the BB I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

Looks interesting! Will the strap loose its shape...

Looks interesting! Will the strap loose its shape with time or does it stay stiff?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-25-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 741
Posted By Mushrooom

Yep, me too. Much less likely to have any...

Yep, me too. Much less likely to have any complications with fellow forum members. :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-25-22, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 741
Posted By Mushrooom

I feel eBay is a better place for anything "rare"...

I feel eBay is a better place for anything "rare" in this side of the continent. Lots of Mavic parts to be found on French classifieds, but most sellers won't ship or the cost of shipping will be...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-20-22, 02:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Duly noted. Thanks for the info! Those...

Duly noted. Thanks for the info!

Those single pivot brakes also look gorgeous. ;)
I'm more of a dual pivot guy when I have the choice, but I like the idea of group coherence and aesthetic.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-20-22, 11:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Another question for you guys: if I ever feel...

Another question for you guys: if I ever feel like upgrading to 7-speed, do I only need to install a 7sp freewheel and 7sp indexed shifters? Or will I also need to change other parts? Not thinking...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-22, 11:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

Yep, totally agree. I understand the people ITT...

Yep, totally agree. I understand the people ITT suggesting SPD clipless pedals, but it's more of a habit-type thing. I used toeclips for years in a city/traffic environment and they worked just fine...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Something like this?...

Something like this? https://www.ebay.ca/itm/265695945918
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

I'm really enjoying the idea of getting a pair of...

I'm really enjoying the idea of getting a pair of MKS Urban Platform pedals. I could add strapless toeclips later if I ever feel like it. Thanks!

By the way, I have SPD-SL on all my bikes. I just...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Awesome. And those are even cheaper than the ones...

Awesome. And those are even cheaper than the ones I found. Thanks!!! :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-22, 11:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

Hehehe. All good! I thought exactly the same too,...

Hehehe. All good! I thought exactly the same too, before getting a bike that had them and giving them a try. Toeclips are really in between clipless and normal pedals. When the straps are not too...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

PS: Sorry if my post is not in the right board. I...

PS: Sorry if my post is not in the right board. I honestly didn't know where to post. I mostly hang out in the C&V board.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,415
Posted By Mushrooom

Toeclip pedals for city commuting recommendations

I was reminding myself of what my first commuter bike looked like, and I realized that it had some Shimano toeclip pedals that were supposed to be used with cleats, which I didn't have. I still loved...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-22, 10:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! :love: ...

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! :love:

Sorry to hear about that cracked frame. Better safe than sorry, as one may say. I'm very lucky and grateful to inherit these parts.

Do you guys...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-14-22, 05:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

Oh my! That would be extremely kind of you! I...

Oh my! That would be extremely kind of you! I would be honored to accept your offer.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-14-22, 11:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

That would be awesome! :)

That would be awesome! :)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-14-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

You're right! Something like this would be...

You're right! Something like this would be nice:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-14-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

PM'd you guys, thanks! In case anyone is...

PM'd you guys, thanks!

In case anyone is wondering, I would need the whole group, except for maybe the headset. That means drivetrain, brakes, levers, indexed DT shifters, hubs (wheelset...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-13-22, 11:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

PS: I don't mind parts in bad aesthetic shape, as...

PS: I don't mind parts in bad aesthetic shape, as long as they function properly and still have life left in them. :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-13-22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,669
Posted By Mushrooom

WTB: Complete Shimano 600 or Shimano 105 groupset

I have a vintage Conti bike that I'll be using as my daily city commuter and I'm trying to keep it as "low-profile" as possible. I'm therefore changing the groupset for something less "special". I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-06-22, 05:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

Howdy folks! This beautiful frame is still...

Howdy folks!

This beautiful frame is still for sale. I'm trying one last time before posting it on the Bay. New price is 600$ shipped anywhere in Canada and the US.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Do you guys think there's a market for the Galli...

Do you guys think there's a market for the Galli parts if I decide to go more modern and install a Shimano 600 group on this bike? I don't want to make money off the Galli parts, just make sure I can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Are you suggesting installing some modern levers?

Are you suggesting installing some modern levers?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-26-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

They're for sale as well. I just haven't posted...

They're for sale as well. I just haven't posted them anywhere yet. PM me an offer!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-22, 09:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

I almost never ride on the hoods. Somehow I never...

I almost never ride on the hoods. Somehow I never thought of riding on the hoods when I got my first road bike a very long time ago, and so I got used to only riding on the drops. When I realized...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

I wasn't expecting to learn so much from a single...

I wasn't expecting to learn so much from a single thread. Thanks everyone! I should hang around here more often.

Truth is: I don't know much about bikes; I just like riding them! :lol:

I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-22, 03:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

You're absolutely right! I will redo this as...

You're absolutely right! I will redo this as well. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-22, 09:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Woah, lots of great suggestions here, guys....

Woah, lots of great suggestions here, guys. Thanks everyone for your help! Time to redo everything.


These are unbranded hoods from the Bay. Obviously not perfect, but they fit well. I'll try to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-22, 04:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Galli Criterum too, as far as I know. Them being...

Galli Criterum too, as far as I know. Them being a little hard to reach doesn't help either. You can see that in the second picture below.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Yeah, the calipers seem to be in good shape,...

Yeah, the calipers seem to be in good shape, although there's some slight rust on the spring. Seems like the spring is too damn strong as you mentioned. Way bigger than in my newer calipers. I'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,361
Posted By Mushrooom

Help needed with vintage brakes too hard to pull

Hey there! Long time since I last posted in this forum. Music had me busy but I missed taking care of my bike(s).
I recently decided to keep this bike and would like to tackle something that's...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-18-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

This one is still available. Not happy about the...

This one is still available. Not happy about the price? Make me an offer!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-18-22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
Posted By Mushrooom

I've decided to keep this one after all! I...

I've decided to keep this one after all! I understand the scuffs may have turned some people off. This one will become my deluxe "city commuter". Cheers!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-18-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
Posted By Mushrooom

No, I only got the BB from John. The bike was...

No, I only got the BB from John. The bike was sent to me by a friend in France. :p
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-17-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
Posted By Mushrooom

I'm taking offers, so don't be afraid to shoot! ...

I'm taking offers, so don't be afraid to shoot!

If this doesn't sell, I will sell the groupset separately.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-12-21, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,102
Posted By Mushrooom

This one sold locally!

This one sold locally!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-12-21, 09:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
Posted By Mushrooom

Just a quick heads up to let you know that I'll...

Just a quick heads up to let you know that I'll go camping and won't be able to take any PMs until the end of July. Please allow some extra time if you get in contact with me. I'm also considering...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-27-21, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,102
Posted By Mushrooom

Yes, I read that page some time ago! Lots of...

Yes, I read that page some time ago! Lots of great info in there. I have no idea what year this one is from. My first guess would be late 80s. I emailed Vitus but ever since the company was sold,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-26-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,102
Posted By Mushrooom

FS: Vitus 979 54cm with Ultegra 6500 groupset

Here’s a very sweet looking Vitus 979 in excellent shape. The 979 is a bit lighter than its big brother, the 992, but it offers a more relaxed and less stiff ride. I think this is the lightest bike...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,312
Posted By Mushrooom

53cm Conti with complete Galli groupset

Here’s a wonderful example of detailed and meticulous Italian craftsmanship at its best: the Conti Designer 84 (probably early 90s). The history of this bike and its rarity are so cool that they add...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-21, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

I'm completely mystified by this as well. I...

I'm completely mystified by this as well. I understand it's a concern for a lot of buyers and I'm trying to be as transparent as possible. I really don't know what could have caused it. It's subtle...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-22-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

I still think this is the most beautiful frame...

I still think this is the most beautiful frame there is. Vintage style and geometry, but modern performance and durability. Aesthetically, I don't think it can get much better than this!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-22-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By Mushrooom

52cm Vitus 992 frame for sale

Sold!
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