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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,839
Posted By ehcoplex

I recently put 175s on my PX-10 just for the heck...

I recently put 175s on my PX-10 just for the heck of it, and not really expecting that I'd notice a difference from the 170s, but..... I really do notice the diff, and I like it. My comfort-zone...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 361
Posted By ehcoplex

Get a paint pen & line those lugs- show off the...

Get a paint pen & line those lugs- show off the lovely Nervex shorelines!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,486
Posted By ehcoplex

French-fit, ne plus ultra....!

French-fit, ne plus ultra....!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,486
Posted By ehcoplex

My 58cm '72 PX-10, with the seatpost and stem...

My 58cm '72 PX-10, with the seatpost and stem maxed out, and still not 'tall' enough. After this photo I went to a tall Technomic stem and a longer seatpost from Velo Orange. It worked, but..... I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

legnano frame, Albany NY, $150

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/400296676049198
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 664
Posted By ehcoplex

Bars & saddle- whatever is most comfortable for...

Bars & saddle- whatever is most comfortable for you.
Housing...... I'd go with grey- maybe not 'correct' but at a distance probably closer in appearance. And white housing always seems to very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,801
Posted By ehcoplex

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x1500/mafac_cantis2_ae46a7ad25e8f369f418a4dcccc2785178fcf5e5.jpg
I love the elegant simplicity of the Mafac cantilevers..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,801
Posted By ehcoplex

When the French get things right they really get...

When the French get things right they really get them right..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,801
Posted By ehcoplex

Clipless pedals in general IMO look awful, but at...

Clipless pedals in general IMO look awful, but at least are practically invisible with shoes clipped into them. Though these aren't made anymore, technically I don't think their production run years...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,276
Posted By ehcoplex

700c is slightly smaller than 27”, so that buys...

700c is slightly smaller than 27”, so that buys you a wee bit more clearance…. Are you sure the canti brakes have enough adjustment range to go from 27” to 700c? They should, but it’s not always the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,276
Posted By ehcoplex

Nicest feeling clinchers (IMO) are Rene Herse....

Nicest feeling clinchers (IMO) are Rene Herse. Not cheap, but with aging joints and the rough roads I ride on they're worth the $. In my experience they seem to run a little narrower than stated...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,801
Posted By ehcoplex

https://velobase.com/CompImages/Crankset/806C285D-...

https://velobase.com/CompImages/Crankset/806C285D-551A-478F-99B5-C86FC8E14C30.jpeghttps://velobase.com/CompImages/RDerailleur/D61AB6F1-0A6B-4489-B792-20C404DBB8E0.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 447
Posted By ehcoplex

PSA- I just got an email that Soma is 30% off...

PSA- I just got an email that Soma is 30% off everything through Monday.. code: superspring24
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 640
Posted By ehcoplex

An aside more than anything else here, but I...

An aside more than anything else here, but I recently picked up a '78 Raleigh Comp GS and both front and rear wheel were laced with the 'pulling' spokes on the inside on one side of the wheel and on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,857
Posted By ehcoplex

Simplex SLJ short inner cage

Looking for the inner alloy cage part for a Simplex SLJ short-cage rear derailleur (SLJ 5000, though I'm pretty sure the inner cage was more or less the same for all the SLJ short-cage RDs..)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 614
Views: 181,226
Posted By ehcoplex

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x1395/px_10_wells_bridge_02_1b8ab339d45b31aad24d092aad1561a04b2e8ae9.jpg
'72 650b conversion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 06:12 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,823
Posted By ehcoplex

The problem with a stand like this is that it has...

The problem with a stand like this is that it has to be built with the spacing for a specific tire width so it wedges in just right. Too loose and it's not stable, too tight and, well, the wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

"Grand Luxe" (?), French, $100 near Philly

'Grand Luxe' (Astra?)
Nervex pro lugs, Campy brakes, Huret mechs..... TBH if it was close to me I'd probably snag it for the parts..... maybe..
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 8,003
Posted By ehcoplex

Maybe this deserves a new thread, but as it's a...

Maybe this deserves a new thread, but as it's a 'continuation' of my '72 PX-10 adventure I'm adding it here. The above '72 was always a little bit small for me and I'd been keeping my eye out for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,823
Posted By ehcoplex

I’ve (mostly..) aged out of aggressive,...

I’ve (mostly..) aged out of aggressive, pedal-through cornering, so I’m pretty sure I’ll be OK. Generally not a Shimano lover, but these are my favorite clipless pedals- work well, look decent on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 943
Posted By ehcoplex

I wouldn't necessarily use that to rule out it...

I wouldn't necessarily use that to rule out it being a Professional. Freewheels can wear out and it's possible a 6sp was replaced with a 5sp...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-13-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 426
Posted By ehcoplex

Those are neat!

Those are neat!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,823
Posted By ehcoplex

Ha- the scrap-wood special! A Nervex Pro lugged...

Ha- the scrap-wood special!
A Nervex Pro lugged Motobecane is definitely on my 'want list'....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,823
Posted By ehcoplex

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1512x1512/px_10_ii_89a8e779de66365a063279ed10bc846617723f28.jpgMy newly ‘renovated’ ’72 PX-10 650b. I’d been riding a too-small 58cm (pretty sure...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-12-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 631
Posted By ehcoplex

Love the graphics/colors Peugeot used in that...

Love the graphics/colors Peugeot used in that era- orange on blue, orange on green....:love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 04:48 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

Px-10, dc, $250

Rough looking PX-10, was listed for a long while at $500, now $250. RD upgraded to SLJ, Ideale saddle looks decent.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/609956803398738...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 04:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 943
Posted By ehcoplex

I believe the Super Mistral also (usually) had...

I believe the Super Mistral also (usually) had fender eyelets on the DOs... Though there do seem to be enough instances in the old Holdsworth catalogs/brochures indicating frames could be ordered...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 943
Posted By ehcoplex

No eyelets on the dropouts, looks like...

No eyelets on the dropouts, looks like wrap-around treatment of the tops of the seat-stays, Campy components (assuming they're original)... My guess is a Professional. When sold as complete bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,276
Posted By ehcoplex

amen

amen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

Rough (very) Raleigh Pro, $250 upstate NY

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7591569450905742
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,823
Posted By ehcoplex

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1019/th8_new_bars_01_100f99c086d9f6dcc05ccb946ded5993e5b476aa.jpg
Updated the captain's cockpit with upright bars to reflect the fact that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

holy cross-chaining, batman!

holy cross-chaining, batman!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,784
Posted By ehcoplex

IMO, Rene Herse are the best clinchers out there...

IMO, Rene Herse are the best clinchers out there now. Very supple/comfortable. But not cheap..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,784
Posted By ehcoplex

If you want black and shiny for the seat I think...

If you want black and shiny for the seat I think you'd be better off sourcing one that was/is originally black... They're not cheap, but Brooks does currently produce a black version of the team pro...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,784
Posted By ehcoplex

From the photo(s), the Brooks Pro looks like all...

From the photo(s), the Brooks Pro looks like all it needs is a bit of cleaning and some Proofide. I don't see any cracks/tears and doesn't look overly dried out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,284
Posted By ehcoplex

They're things of beauty!

They're things of beauty!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7,803
Views: 922,379
Posted By ehcoplex

TBH, I think the looks/attention the bike gets is...

TBH, I think the looks/attention the bike gets is more than half the reason she humors me by agreeing to ride! But it most definitely is an exercise in 'radical communication' and relationship...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

Good that's not near me- I wouldn't be able to...

Good that's not near me- I wouldn't be able to resist it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 7,803
Views: 922,379
Posted By ehcoplex

Swapped out the drops on my Pug TH8 tandem for...

Swapped out the drops on my Pug TH8 tandem for upright bars- looking forward to weather warm enough that I can convince the S.O. to stoke to the coffee shop.....
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,284
Posted By ehcoplex

So my fantasy that a tandem might get my...

So my fantasy that a tandem might get my significant other more interested in riding hasn't really played out as I hoped- rides to the local coffee shop and hops farm/brewery are probably going to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 841
Posted By ehcoplex

Nice- looks like the powder coat isn't too thick!

Nice- looks like the powder coat isn't too thick!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 792
Posted By ehcoplex

Pictures pending the 3D-printed dust caps!

Pictures pending the 3D-printed dust caps!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 792
Posted By ehcoplex

Yeah, same thing happened to me when I cleaned my...

Yeah, same thing happened to me when I cleaned my hubs. I caught it before the label was completely gone, but it ain't as nice and shiny as it once was.....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

It's a rack to carry a surfboard.

It's a rack to carry a surfboard.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 792
Posted By ehcoplex

Well, I cannabalized a Shimano hub in the B-O-C...

Well, I cannabalized a Shimano hub in the B-O-C Mad Honk sent me and I think it's going to work. I don't doubt there's probably some slight mismatch with the radius of the cones and the cups, but it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,857
Posted By ehcoplex

Have you looked at Grand Bois Papillon rims? They...

Have you looked at Grand Bois Papillon rims? They come in 28, 32, 36 & 40h. Their website is somewhat hard to navigate (unless you speak Japanese..), and shipping probably won't be cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

Set up an alert on eBay.com & eBay.fr- that's how...

Set up an alert on eBay.com & eBay.fr- that's how I scored the set on my PX10 650b for $50 (IIRC) and more recently a single one for $20.... now to just see how long it takes to (affordably) find a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 735
Views: 48,620
Posted By ehcoplex

Mad Honk read my moaning about living in a bike...

Mad Honk read my moaning about living in a bike co-op 'desert' and took pity and sent me my very own B-O-C! I'll be rummaging through it tomorrow. Thanks, Dave- & the check for postage will be on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,089
Posted By ehcoplex

I very much appreciate the site and the brochures...

I very much appreciate the site and the brochures for IDing vintage Pugs!
& looking forward to seeing what neat stuff you post on IG.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,388
Posted By ehcoplex

RAIDs have a longer reach than Racers and are...

RAIDs have a longer reach than Racers and are sought after for converting from 700c to 650b.
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