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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 847
Posted By AdventureManCO

What a fun thread. What is that rusty frame...

What a fun thread.

What is that rusty frame tubing made from? The thinner the tubing (typically, the higher the quality), the more compromised a frame can get from corrosion. One of the benefits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 103,815
Posted By AdventureManCO

*blink twice if complying under duress*

*blink twice if complying under duress*
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 100
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you...

This is one of those bikes that will speak to you as you ride it more, to help direct you with a path of upgrades. If it is the same Crosscut I am thinking it is, it is part of a class of bicycles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,124
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? ...

How did you even get the Schwinn up that high?? I see no provisions for a crane:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,124
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not all heroes wear capes.

Not all heroes wear capes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 556
Posted By AdventureManCO

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original...

Your bike, your rules! That said, the original Imron paint these came with is desirable, therefore if you can 'polish' off the silver at the ends, and use touch up paint, that's what I would try, to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle...

Major progress today - was able to fit a vehicle in the garage. First time in a long time!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 103,815
Posted By AdventureManCO

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even...

Haha YES!! It is to you guys that this was even able to happen. It would be impossible for this project to be as pointless and offensive as it has been if it wasn't for heroes like you and many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a...

That looks fantastic! It's so wonderful to see a bike going into the hands of someone who is ecstatic about it, isn't it? Very well done!


I'm re-evaluating my space in the garage yet again. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,224
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wishing you only the best in your healing and...

Wishing you only the best in your healing and continued improvement in range of motion and flexibilty. Keep at it. You WILL get it back!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 755
Posted By AdventureManCO

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss:( Words fail me, except to say that I'm grateful that this community provided joy to him and I will promise to do what I can to be what he appreciated about this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-11-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,088
Posted By AdventureManCO

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the...

Shucks okay I'm probably going to be more on the Springfield side of things if I go.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 160
Posted By AdventureManCO

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. ...

One of the better bikes on this forum, IMO. Eagerly looking forward to what you come up with it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than...

I admire your efforts, if for nothing else, than the sheer fact that all of these can easily qualify as wall art, and hence another barrier for selling. Good job.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 103,815
Posted By AdventureManCO

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was...

Much to the chagrin of all the purists! There was a collective ‘oh no’ upon seeing this thread back in the front page, I’m sure. Sure warms my heart though:love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 103,815
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture...

lol underrated comment. I knew that picture would come in handy!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,088
Posted By AdventureManCO

Justamy Which part of MO are you located...

Justamy

Which part of MO are you located near? I ask because I *might* be taking a trip there for something a little unrelated (still two wheels though) in the upcoming weeks, and it got me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 103,815
Posted By AdventureManCO

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from...

How did this horrible thread get dredged up from the bowels of the C&V sewers to end up on the front page again:lol:


Thanks for reading through (some or all of) the thread and I apologize if it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 419
Posted By AdventureManCO

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head...

I’m used to old mountain bikes with long head tubes being REALLY big. If it fits, rock it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 599
Posted By AdventureManCO

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a...

Saw one of these local, same condition (maybe a little better), in this same size, and same rare (magenta?) color. Original Brooks saddle. Was $125 for weeks and weeks and it tempted me but decided...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-07-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By AdventureManCO

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to...

Did you check it out yet? Curious minds want to know!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-04-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 638
Posted By AdventureManCO

Wow looks great. Looks ‘right’.

Wow looks great. Looks ‘right’.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 435
Posted By AdventureManCO

That’s not shame. I can show you shame lol ...

That’s not shame. I can show you shame lol





Really nice bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,345
Posted By AdventureManCO

I will agree with all these points, even the...

I will agree with all these points, even the Suntour comment, sadly. I’ve seen more than one busted cage return spring. The older XT and XTR stuff has to be the pinnacle of quality and function :...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 480
Posted By AdventureManCO

Patina is your friend.

Patina is your friend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 435
Posted By AdventureManCO

Not necessarily European, but thank you.

Not necessarily European, but thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:35 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,345
Posted By AdventureManCO

Usually yes...but there are exceptions. I...

Usually yes...but there are exceptions.

I think that mtbs went through a 'lightness' craze in the 90s, and some good stuff came out of that time. When I weighed my '96 Trek 990 (bare frame), it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,058
Posted By AdventureManCO

Unfortunately, Robbie is no longer with us on...

Unfortunately, Robbie is no longer with us on these forums. However, there are those who still are in contact with the godfather, that may be able to pass a message onto him.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-03-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 733
Posted By AdventureManCO

Remnants of a 531 decal? Looks like pretty tight...

Remnants of a 531 decal? Looks like pretty tight clearances (ala racing bike). The brazed on seatpost clamp says 'nicer' rather than 'cheaper' to me. I'd go look at it:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,345
Posted By AdventureManCO

I knew I got something wrong! Not Diamondback, I...

I knew I got something wrong! Not Diamondback, I meant Giant. Yes, the ATX bikes are solid!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,345
Posted By AdventureManCO

At the higher end are going to be your Fat Chance...

At the higher end are going to be your Fat Chance / fillet brazed Ritcheys, as well as custom made and low-numbered esoteric brands. Then the Trek 9xx, Schwinn Paramountains High Sierras and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 952
Posted By AdventureManCO

The dropouts on the Nishiki are very nicely...

The dropouts on the Nishiki are very nicely brazed and filed!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,124
Posted By AdventureManCO

Do you have a spouse most important question

Do you have a spouse most important question
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 846
Posted By AdventureManCO

Excellence.

Excellence.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 374
Posted By AdventureManCO

Great looking bike and awesome weight savings. ...

Great looking bike and awesome weight savings. Double win!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,798
Posted By AdventureManCO

Part of the reason it's so fun is because nobody...

Part of the reason it's so fun is because nobody ever expects it.



But back to much, much better bikes...:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 229
Posted By AdventureManCO

Nice mention of JohnDThompson :thumb:

Nice mention of JohnDThompson :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,798
Posted By AdventureManCO

Great bike, and a better friend.

Great bike, and a better friend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,798
Posted By AdventureManCO

+1

+1
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Say wha********** What happened? I've only...

Say wha**********

What happened? I've only got one of these, 1 1/8" threadless, and I recently put it on the Trek 950 (in this thread). Is the issue that the press fit OD of the cups too much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,943
Posted By AdventureManCO

What size do you usually ride? I've got a...

What size do you usually ride? I've got a smaller MultiTrack, and I think you are on the right track, thinking about top tube length (aka stem fit) over seat tube length. Bike looks great. If you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Well, it turned out to be a good weekend thus...

Well, it turned out to be a good weekend thus far.

I powered through and got the Midget build to where I had a vision for it. The Midget is now officially my sons. He started expressing interest...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Excellent!

Excellent!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Nice work!:thumb:

Nice work!:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

You know, we are sort of like those 'animal...

You know, we are sort of like those 'animal rescue' people, except for bikes! It is a little different of course, but if the intent is to rescue and rehome, it is a worthy cause!

In other news,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-28-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 550
Posted By AdventureManCO

Probably lower end, probably zero collector...

Probably lower end, probably zero collector value, but a cool bike! On these more obscure models, which folks may or may not make decals for, something that has nice decals automatically goes up the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 614
Views: 181,047
Posted By AdventureManCO

Dang what a frickin gorgeous bike man. Well...

Dang what a frickin gorgeous bike man. Well done. And knowing several of (the other) Andy's rides, you probably already had a fantastic, well sorted base to start with!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 81,575
Posted By AdventureManCO

Oooh did I spy a set of DT shifters in that...

Oooh did I spy a set of DT shifters in that second pic? And in the first pic, upper left...looks like a Huffy!:love:

The STIs are tempting, but not really. After fighting through a set that of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

Whoa! I did a double take there, 'did I take...

Whoa! I did a double take there, 'did I take pictures of this and forgot I did?'

That's exactly what I was doing last weekend! Exactly! And then you turn it like you are shifting, and turn it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,388
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is something on my mind as well, and why I...

This is something on my mind as well, and why I really want to get these projects put together. I told my wife how happy I was that I didn't lose some little pieces to the Junker Allez as I was...
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