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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-14-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 527
Posted By seanpatrick76

2012 Cannondale Synapse Ultegra Carbon 3

Hey all,

I've my eye on this bike for sale in Canada (approx. $630 USD) as I've always wanted a carbon frame bike and love Cannondale Synapses (I still regret giving up my old alu synapse). This...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-21, 07:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,509
Posted By seanpatrick76

If it's a new wheel, I'll most likely go...

If it's a new wheel, I'll most likely go production wheel. Handbuilt are obviously ideal, but I think given the unexpected cost here I'll try to find a reasonable replacement if it makes no sense to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,509
Posted By seanpatrick76

Cracked rear wheel rim - what to replace with?

Hey all, so I recently purchased a used bike in fairly decent condition (looks great!) but didn't notice right away that there's a crack in the rear wheel rim. I'm not handy enough to build a new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 915
Posted By seanpatrick76

What type of hex nut for vintage brakes?

Hey all, just curious what type of acorn nut I should be looking for online to replace some worn sidepull brake nuts on a vintage bike - is there a standard size that I can buy on ebay or elsewhere?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 581
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks for the advice folks. It sounds like...

Thanks for the advice folks. It sounds like they'll be ok for the time being, but I'll start thinking about getting a backup pair this spring.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-20, 09:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 581
Posted By seanpatrick76

Bike tires need replacing?

Hey all, I've looked through the threads here but am a little unsure about what I'm looking for beyond the obvious bulges and tread wear (the latter not applicable). My tires are about 4 years old,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-20, 10:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 682
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thank you all so much for you level of knowledge...

Thank you all so much for you level of knowledge and willingness to help! I see exactly where the screw came from now (I would have *never* figured that out) - I'll take it into the LBS and see if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 682
Posted By seanpatrick76

Where did this screw come from?

Hey all, so vague title - but let me explain. I recently moved across country and had my old 80s bike shipped. I managed to take apart the bike and reassemble without problem - but there's one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-15, 10:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,872
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks for all your replies folks! It seems...

Thanks for all your replies folks!

It seems that the majority here think I'm better off getting a new seatpost. Gary Fountain's anecdote about his mishap sealed it for me. I happen to have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-15, 09:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,872
Posted By seanpatrick76

Seatpost 1.4cm past max insertion mark - Ok (ish) ?

Hey all,

I thought I'd get your advice. I did see an older thread that looked similar to mine, but thought I'd put you all through a second opinion.

I've a vintage steel bike, for which I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-15, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,232
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks for your advice and encouragement...

Thanks for your advice and encouragement everyone. There is indeed quite a few things to invest in to properly true - so the plan would be to follow Sheldon's advice at home, then take the laced...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-15, 07:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,232
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks for the personal anecdotes! - it's always...

Thanks for the personal anecdotes! - it's always interesting to read some history. It sounds like the rims / hubs aren't anything special, so I'll take that out of the equation. I would like to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-15, 11:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,232
Posted By seanpatrick76

Attempt relacing spokes and rebuild hub or buy new?

Hey all,

Just looking for your opinions. I've got a pair of Ambrosio Elite rims with Suzue hubs on a Miele - and I'd like to spruce them up with new spoke (the spokes are worn / aren't S.S. and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-15, 10:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks folks. I suspected as much. A bike...

Thanks folks.

I suspected as much. A bike that's "been in storage since new" for 20+ years is a little too good to be true anyways, and would certainly have been snatched up anyways in Toronto...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-12-15, 03:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By seanpatrick76

Peugot "Carboprofile" Mint

Hey all,

This add caught my eye out of curiosity. I searched through a bunch of brochures from Peugeot but couldn't find it. I did manage to track down a listing from Spain with the bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 09:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Hey thanks for the advice and the offer! - PA, WA...

Hey thanks for the advice and the offer! - PA, WA certainly looks scenic. I checked out your hotel, and it seems like a great supporter of cycling in general. That 100k sounds like a blast, though...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 06:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

You guess right :), I'm from Toronto. I see...

You guess right :), I'm from Toronto. I see you're from Victoria, I'm actually taking my first trip out to Victoria (or BC for that matter) next month to visit an old buddy. I'm hoping to get some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 03:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Fair enough. I managed to find the stem for 30...

Fair enough. I managed to find the stem for 30 all in including tax and shipping to Canada, so it's a relatively cheap experiment. If it seems I can make it work with the stem reach / height I'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Ok how about this option - Keep the original...

Ok how about this option - Keep the original bars, but install a shorter (length) quill stem and install interupter levers? What exactly is it (out of curiosity) that you think will ruin the look?. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 08:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

I've read that aluminum works wonders, and will...

I've read that aluminum works wonders, and will definitely give it a go tonight.



Definitely friction :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-15, 01:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Would these be a suitable substitute? XLC...

Would these be a suitable substitute?

XLC Aero Brake / Road Brake Lever Set > Components > Drivetrain, Brakes and Pedals > Road Brake Levers | Jenson USA...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-15, 11:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Well the bar end shifters as I said aren't a...

Well the bar end shifters as I said aren't a necessity. If I could find some used ones and get them set up for 50 bucks it might be worth it, but then again maybe not. It's been a LOOOONG time...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-15, 11:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Haha, ok - I'll take that under advisement.

Haha, ok - I'll take that under advisement.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-15, 10:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

I gave the spokes another scrub with a nylon...

I gave the spokes another scrub with a nylon scrubbing pad and some biodegradable degreaser - but I'm not hopeful; the hubs shined up quite nicely at least. I'm pretty sure they're zinc plated...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-15, 07:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,641
Posted By seanpatrick76

Where to go with this vintage Miele?

Hey all!

Today I picked up a vintage Miele Tempo (? or I assumed it was the Tempo until I noticed the matching pink forks instead of the chrome forks, and the Aero shifters as compared to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-15, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By seanpatrick76

I'm pretty sure. I seem to be able to do 54 and...

I'm pretty sure. I seem to be able to do 54 and 56, but both have compromises. '56 requires a shorter stem, while '54 requires a ton of seat rise and a longer stem (but normal extension). I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-15, 08:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By seanpatrick76

Hi Bianchigirl - Thanks for your reply! ...

Hi Bianchigirl -

Thanks for your reply!

I didn't realize those stems would increase the height by 10 inches :eek:. I ride with a 2.5 inch drop on my road bike, but it would be nice to have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-15, 11:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By seanpatrick76

What diameter quiill stem does this Miele Tempo use?

Hi there, I'm going to pick up a Miele Tempo from an older woman who kept it for years in her garage (and apparently it doesn't have a scratch on it) on Sunday:
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-30-15, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,044
Posted By seanpatrick76

Well Unfortunately the bike didn't fit quite...

Well Unfortunately the bike didn't fit quite right. The frame really was in excellent shape, amd the gears worked well - but the tires were obviously an addition the guy made himself (one was out of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-30-15, 08:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,044
Posted By seanpatrick76

Fair enough. I'm going to go check it out. This...

Fair enough. I'm going to go check it out. This is $275 CAD so $220 USD all together (for what it's worth). If the BB and frame checks out, and the seat-post isn't corroded shut, I'll probably...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-29-15, 09:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,044
Posted By seanpatrick76

Hey Binky, I didn't realize until you...

Hey Binky,

I didn't realize until you mentioned it that this guy had other bikes for sale, though you're right his grammar did put me off a bit. I managed to talk him down to 275 for the bike,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-29-15, 06:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,044
Posted By seanpatrick76

Thanks for the info BianchiGirl. Ill offer 250...

Thanks for the info BianchiGirl. Ill offer 250 and see where it goes :)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-29-15, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,044
Posted By seanpatrick76

Fuchsia Bianchi Sport SX in "excellent" condition - Worth it?

Hey all,


Hey all, there's a nice vintage Bianchi SX in "excellent" condition here for sale. I really dig the paint job, and have been jonesing for a Bianchi for a while, I'm wondering if it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-15, 12:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,195
Posted By seanpatrick76

Disc brakes are NOT relegated to riding in the...

Disc brakes are NOT relegated to riding in the dirt, they're ideal for all kinds of weather and surfaces. More and more professional races are allowing disc brakes, with more and more riders using...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-15, 12:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,195
Posted By seanpatrick76

I don't want to turn this thread into a disc...

I don't want to turn this thread into a disc brake debate thread, BUT I myself started using them on a 2014 synapse myself and will never look back. They work wonderfully - way more stopping power...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-15, 02:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 601
Posted By seanpatrick76

White specialized Toupe on black and white synapse - tacky or no?

Hey all,

I'm switching to a new saddle (the Toupe seems to fit well, yes I've been fitted) and was wondering your thoughts on putting a white Toupe on my Synapse. I think it might look kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-15, 05:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,739
Posted By seanpatrick76

Wow! Thanks for your responses gang. ...

Wow!

Thanks for your responses gang.

From the sounds of it Tifosi lenses are reasonably durable, though they might not be as clear. For the record I am looking at the Clarion lenses from them,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-15, 09:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,739
Posted By seanpatrick76

Tifosi vs. Smith sunglasses

Hey all,

I've been looking at buying some new cycling specific sunglasses lately, with the criteria being I'd like them to be polarized, interchangeable (with one clear lens) and hydrophobic. As...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 08:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,416
Posted By seanpatrick76

Hmm.. Ok thanks for the advice. I think I'll...

Hmm.. Ok thanks for the advice. I think I'll leave this project for another day, and just enjoy the last few hours of the weekend :)

Cheers!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 08:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,416
Posted By seanpatrick76

Well if by "helped" you meant caused more...

Well if by "helped" you meant caused more questions, then yes :)

I referenced my bike fit from the Cannondale Synapse which said I had an ideal reach of 481mm, and the calculator told me I should...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 07:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,416
Posted By seanpatrick76

So what your saying is that currently I have a...

So what your saying is that currently I have a +12 stem with a +4 shiv, and due to the steerer being at a 17 degree angle, the final angle would be 33 degrees. But I wouldn't be looking for a high...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,416
Posted By seanpatrick76

Well the 80 mm on my Synapse seems to work well...

Well the 80 mm on my Synapse seems to work well enough - not to twitchy, but I hear you. The problem with a smaller frame is the drops become too low. When it comes time to buy my next bike I might...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-15, 06:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,416
Posted By seanpatrick76

Specialized stem and shim - what have I got here? / Can I use a non specialized stem?

Hey all,

I'm trying to figure out what angle exactly my stem is at.

I recently got a fitting (on my other bike) that shortened my stem length (on that bike) to 80mm. My specialized...
Forum: Touring
04-04-15, 06:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,088
Posted By seanpatrick76

Just for what it's worth, as far as Canada goes...

Just for what it's worth, as far as Canada goes here's a little breakdown I found of what's charged and what isn't. This is from the Vancouver Cruisers website:
Importing Bikes and Parts to Canada...
Forum: Touring
04-04-15, 09:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,088
Posted By seanpatrick76

I just came across this posting while checking on...

I just came across this posting while checking on wiggle deliveries. Aren't bike parts (besides clothing and tires) supposed to be duty free?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-18-15, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,710
Posted By seanpatrick76

I am, and I am :) I'd never thought of...

I am, and I am :)



I'd never thought of that - I'll run it by the guys at the shop next time I'm in.



Well I ended up going for a bike fitting. As I thought the fitter mentioned I had...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-07-15, 11:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,710
Posted By seanpatrick76

Long legs and short torso - Any tips?

Hey all, I'm curios as to what you'd all recommend. I've always had a slight problem with bike fit. I can ride just about anything, BUT usually I'm not completely comfortable. I'm 5'9 1/2" tall,...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-14, 07:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,208
Posted By seanpatrick76

Great, thanks for the information. I'll refer...

Great, thanks for the information. I'll refer back to this when / if I get it put together.



Well that would probably be true - but when I ordered the triple I had him check for me and he said...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-14, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,208
Posted By seanpatrick76

Hmm that's too bad. Here's a picture of the...

Hmm that's too bad. Here's a picture of the other side just to confirm:

419590

I guess I could always replace the front forks and add one set of disc brakes - it doesn't sound like a BAD idea...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-14, 06:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,208
Posted By seanpatrick76

Just picked up a new Tri-Cross (triple) on sale - Can I convert it to disc?

Hey all,

As above, I just brought home a Spec Tri-cross triple (2014) I bought at a decent price from my LBS. Having bought a road bike with Disc brakes (2014 synapse, which is flat out the best...
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