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12-06-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 964
Posted By repechage

You should know better than Trust claimed weight....

You should know better than Trust claimed weight.

I would not build these if one was not an experienced wheel builder. Would say the same for old Fiamme Yellow label tubulars also,
12-04-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 964
Posted By The Golden Boy

I have a set and like them- they look fantastic: ...

I have a set and like them- they look fantastic:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52059684991_6dea1910df_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2njkuBH)IMG_1728 (https://flic.kr/p/2njkuBH) by Dave The Golden...
12-02-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 14,522
Posted By repechage

life expectancy is rising a bit. Only a bit. At...

life expectancy is rising a bit. Only a bit. At least not continuing to trend Down.
‘Rather than dying off, this year will have the largest number of newly retiring folk in the history of the USA....
12-02-23, 04:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 388
Posted By TenGrainBread

I feel you. It was hard enough for me to find...

I feel you. It was hard enough for me to find mine on there at 54cm, let alone 59-60. Took a couple months of waiting/looking and search optimization using Google translate kanji.
12-01-23, 11:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 388
Posted By bibliobob

I just found this in an old email exchange with...

I just found this in an old email exchange with another list member, which is similar to your reply:

"I've looked at your bike and I'm absolutely sure that it was built by
> us.
> I'm not sure...
12-01-23, 10:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 388
Posted By bibliobob

Back in 2008 or so, I picked up a Echelon...

Back in 2008 or so, I picked up a Echelon demo/prototype from someone who was friends with the person that started DIN imports in CA. He believed that it was built by Cherubim. Toei is probably...
12-01-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 388
Posted By Catnap

Oh btw I have since seen Cherubims that are...

Oh btw I have since seen Cherubims that are identical to the Echelon Spectra. I think I’ve got photos of one of them.
12-01-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 388
Posted By The Thin Man

In my nearly two decades of vintage bicycle...

In my nearly two decades of vintage bicycle searching, buying and selling, I can say that I'm fairly certain I've never seen one of those around. I say that now and the next post will be from someone...
11-27-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 227
Posted By jalwlb

I count 16 holes in your last picture making this...

I count 16 holes in your last picture making this a beautiful 32 H Dura Ace hub.
11-16-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 497
Posted By merziac

Pic assist, ...

Pic assist,

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1500/img_7908_65f27490fcadf8dcff5cadefc77aadfb6dfb1740_78fd518aedf799b1bb9a1a4b1e16842207aaaa4f.jpeg...
11-16-23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 948
Posted By Pcampeau

I use them on my International, they work great...

I use them on my International, they work great and don’t interfere with the cables....
11-16-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 402
Posted By Erzulis Boat

One hundred twenty pounds, soaking wet- Check ...

One hundred twenty pounds, soaking wet- Check
Willing to claim that you rode a double century (in Los Angeles, no less)- Check
Willing to claim that you actually lived in Los Angeles- Check
Not...
11-16-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 600
Posted By dphi

Top tube is 24" ctc, I believe they went to the...

Top tube is 24" ctc, I believe they went to the steeper angles from '73 on so yes, this one would have them.
11-15-23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 948
Posted By ehcoplex

Minoura makes a cage mount that clamps to the...

Minoura makes a cage mount that clamps to the saddle rails- I've got one on my PX-10. Takes a little getting used to, but now I like my water bottles there better than on the downtube.
...
11-15-23, 01:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 497
Posted By TrashParticle

My first vintage bike!

Hello everyone, I got my first vintage bike today.

This is my Batavus Champion Intercycle.
I got it as a gift from someone who knew I had an interest in the 1970s and he claimed it was from that...
11-13-23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 394
Posted By El Chaba

That is one of Bernard Thevenet’s bikes. I...

That is one of Bernard Thevenet’s bikes. I believe it was one from the Giro in 1977. He was riding it at a vintage themed ride in France several years back. Well worn, but pretty snazzy, eh?
11-13-23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 394
Posted By Robvolz

Hoping with the additional brakes already...

Hoping with the additional brakes already installed, there might be some more interest in this bike.
11-12-23, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By Brad L

My recently completed 1989 Vitus 979 with all...

My recently completed 1989 Vitus 979 with all Mavic components.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1125x837/img_2806_ac366c08a1c180d1b8d8915fba2e21d77aed3adb.jpeg


My 1985...
11-12-23, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By TenGrainBread

Jean Paul Routens fillet brazed from ~2000. More...

Jean Paul Routens fillet brazed from ~2000. More pictures in this thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1280811-fillet-brazed-routens-lightweight.html).
...
11-11-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By repechage

Next up. 57cm Lejeune CdM from 1973- 74,...

Next up.
57cm Lejeune CdM

from 1973- 74, cut out lugs, different crown.
black outline type, acceptable paint.

details still to attend to.

...
11-11-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By camjr

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20231111_075453_7d3e384f77510b436db306660fb7a1bc16b14c6f.jpg...
11-11-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By repechage

thank you, a few years ago, it was in a very...

thank you, a few years ago, it was in a very confused state. 27” Superchamp Gentleman rims, spokes too short… akimbo jointed adjustable stem, Sting-Ray type bars, thumb shifters, sprung vinyl...
11-10-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 256
Posted By Mad Honk

Harry is still around and doing reasonably well. ...

Harry is still around and doing reasonably well. I have had a few e-mail conversations with him, and he is hoping to retire to teaching frame building. He has an e-bay store and sells a few items...
11-10-23, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 256
Posted By Wildwood

I cannot comment specifically on this bike. The...

I cannot comment specifically on this bike. The only HH I have ever seen was owned by a cyclist downsizing his group due to a growing family = twins. I bought an '86 DeRosa. And almost a 70's...
11-10-23, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 330
Posted By Murray Missile

Just checking in.

Thought I'd check in as it's been awhile, the shop and garage reorganizing is behind schedule but going well overall. I haven't parted with any bikes or parts YET but every time I move them around to...
11-10-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By repechage

1972 Bertin C-37

Much the same as my first road bike 51 years ago.
saddle correct appearance, an idealé 90 in same now is not reasonable in cost.
originally came with Campagnolo bar end controls, felt vague. Went...
11-08-23, 09:15 AM
Replies: 3,758
Views: 1,086,565
Posted By coldroadsteel

Peugeot PSV10

Bought mine new, love the ride, will never part with it
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1212/20231007_222025_e5afaded619ee858b1c6c3c34f954bc050659c0b.jpg
11-06-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By James1964

The top tube measures 58cm center-to-center. ...

The top tube measures 58cm center-to-center.

Here's a specification sheet for the bike:

...
11-05-23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 13,642
Posted By Yune_Garage

This is the one that made me chuckle a bit :D ...

This is the one that made me chuckle a bit :D



https://assets.amuniversal.com/6471a340643b01301a98001dd8b71c47
11-05-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 1,756
Posted By IdahoBrett

Peugeot U08 for my Mrs.

So there I was, looking on craigslist for N+1. Hoping to find something my wife may like (she does NOT share my bike “enthusiasm”). And I found a Peugeot her size! It supposedly is a 1977 model....
11-03-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,192
Posted By Vintage_Cyclist

There's cockeyed and there's cockeyed. Bolt...

There's cockeyed and there's cockeyed.

Bolt an old centerpull onto it and see if it fits and the calipers move freely.
11-03-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,192
Posted By clubman

There's gotta be an acceptable Mcgyvor. 'What...

There's gotta be an acceptable Mcgyvor. 'What bends out must bend in' is my motto. Give er' ;)
11-03-23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,192
Posted By Robvolz

I do honestly like my painter. We get together...

I do honestly like my painter. We get together often on Mondays over a stout and catch up. Some of his stories have made me cry from laughter. Then at the 8 month mark, I asked how my frame was...
11-03-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,192
Posted By Robvolz

Hey all, listen up. it’s been pointed...

Hey all,
listen up.

it’s been pointed out to me that the DS fork brake boss is cock-eyed. See pic.
...
10-29-23, 01:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By SurferRosa

Is that from Macbeth? :lol:

Is that from Macbeth? :lol:
10-28-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By bwilli88

Mine rides really sweet, jump in headlong feet...

Mine rides really sweet, jump in headlong feet first and buy this. Great deal and bike.
10-27-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By James1964

FS: 1977 Peugeot PX-10 60cm red

1977 Peugeot PX-10
Size: 60cm center-to-top
Color: Red
All-original except for seat, wheels, and consumables. The original owner replaced the tubular wheels with clinchers, most likely in 1983 as...
10-27-23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,069
Posted By 3alarmer

. ...I have only done one French project bike...

.
...I have only done one French project bike that old, and mine was neither as intact, nor as well preserved as yours.
It was also originally a sort of red and blue two color paint scheme, which I...
10-26-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,069
Posted By Erzulis Boat

That is nice! The only issue is to figure out...

That is nice! The only issue is to figure out what 3 tubes are Vitus reinforced..............I am going to go with the left seat stay, the top tube, and the right fork leg, it's anybody's guess!
...
10-26-23, 12:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,069
Posted By Brad L

The crankset is a Stronglight 49D with TA...

The crankset is a Stronglight 49D with TA Specialites Criterium chainrings. The headset is a Stronglight P3 and I believe it has a Stronglight 32R bottom bracket. It has early Lyotard 45CA pedals...
10-26-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By bwilli88

No water bottle mounts on the seat tube were...

No water bottle mounts on the seat tube were probably to put a tire pump there.
10-25-23, 10:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By polymorphself

There was some convo about this recently in...

There was some convo about this recently in regards to the 1983 Trek 720, I was curious as well. Turns out that the mounts underneath the downtube were actually there to carry fuel canisters. The...
10-25-23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By obrentharris

Alas, I'm afraid I'm not privy to Centurion's...

Alas, I'm afraid I'm not privy to Centurion's design decisions.
Rims are Velo Orange. I don't recall the model name. They are 22mm outside width.

In response to your earlier question about...
10-25-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 710
Posted By Robvolz

88 specialized (leg warmer optional)

$375.

you know the story, tech person gets “vested”

Person goes to bike store and lays out serious cash for bike and all the accoutrements.

Person decides riding bikes takes effort and time...
10-24-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 353
Posted By Yune_Garage

These Four Sir stems (and bars) came on the...

These Four Sir stems (and bars) came on the high-end Columbus Lotus bikes (Legend, Legend Compe) from 1984. Very nice!
10-24-23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 369
Posted By ericlowney

Classic Cycles - Bainbridge, WA

Just wanted to put a plug in for this really cool bike shop if anyone is in the area. They have a bicycle museum with lots of vintage steel bikes and I was able to snag the last wool jersey they had...
10-20-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 523
Posted By mrv

excellent. i love having circumstances make...

excellent. i love having circumstances make decisions for me. . . . as much as I would have like to give this saddle a try.
10-20-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 446
Posted By squirtdad

I have never seen a used one. Only one data...

I have never seen a used one. Only one data point of course

these are not a high volume part, and people who buy one are likely to have really thought it out purchase and unlikely to move them...
10-20-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 479
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1989) TESCH S-22

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...
10-19-23, 08:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 450
Posted By panzerwagon

PSA: PDX bike yard sale this weekend

https://bikerecyclery.com/blog/pdx-bike-yard-sale-10212023-1up-cook-bros-ta-stronglight-harden-phil-xtr-campy-suntour-brooks-silca/
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