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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-23, 10:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 593
Posted By beech333

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I...

I own a Classic, Natchez, and Appalachian. I really like the Natchez, because it smooths out road chatter so well. I imagine it would be a poor choice for a wannabe racer though. Most would likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-23, 05:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,213
Posted By beech333

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size...

This is good advice. I bought the wrong size headclip a few years ago, because I did not know they came in more than one size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,500
Posted By beech333

One of these years, I need to make it to this...

One of these years, I need to make it to this ride, especially since it is looking more likely that we will be moving back to the Peoria area.

Sadly, I was in the area yesterday, but far too late....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 564
Posted By beech333

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a...

I'm glad to see it back up, then also made a small donation, via the link at the bottom of the site. Thanks for your hard work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8,583
Views: 1,026,941
Posted By beech333

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is...

Appears to be internally reinforced, so it is extra heavy, but can get me just a little bit of height on a bike that is borderline too small. I cannot wait until people start telling me my stem isn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,846
Posted By beech333

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I...

For what it was worth, the Opus rode well, when I wasn't changing the tubes. I just started choosing other bikes, to be able to get a ride in, because I resented the Opus.

The bike that replaced...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-24-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,179
Posted By beech333

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really...

Free bump for a fun looking bike. I'm really loving the 50's bikes lately.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-19-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,316
Posted By beech333

This may be a good start. ...

This may be a good start.
https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=CD854301-80C2-426E-A179-104B0A39A25B&Enum=102&AbsPos=0
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,179
Posted By beech333

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french...

I'm already a bit of a believer in the french fit. I have always been sized to 58cm frames when shopping for new bikes, but I have found that I prefer 60-61cm(c-t) sizes. Going up to 62 is just...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,179
Posted By beech333

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince...

Neat bike! Great era. I'm just going to convince myself that this is 1cm too big.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,181
Posted By beech333

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve...

From another recent post/thread, here is Steve Whitlach's old Criterium.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/971x633/criterium_0e2f676e59b53f3de15984d6a9ed0e0f8103ef75.png
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 592
Posted By beech333

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all,...

Yeah, I learned that 80's bikes are nice and all, but as I get older, I'm not nearly as comfortable on them. The 1950's and early 60's seem to be the sweet spot of comfort and reasonable shifting. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 592
Posted By beech333

Talking Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will...

Yep, French bikes are fun. Then again, it will likely be $$$, given my experience in the past. It would be joining a French heavy stable from that era.

Criterium...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-25-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 592
Posted By beech333

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is...

I'd love to buy this. I'll take it, if it is still available.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,181
Posted By beech333

356Geoff sold this Pelissier to me, and it went...

356Geoff sold this Pelissier to me, and it went out for a 35 miler yesterday. I felt a bit reluctant to add the bag, but I wanted to ride the bike and make a run to a bakery to pick up a loaf of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-23, 11:49 AM
Replies: 81,146
Views: 13,383,500
Posted By beech333

I love that crackled paint. It was one of my...

I love that crackled paint. It was one of my favorite parts of the 71/72 Motobecane LeChampion that I foolishly sold.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-02-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 393
Posted By beech333

I am both happy and sad that I am too far away to...

I am both happy and sad that I am too far away to pick this up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-23, 07:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 814
Posted By beech333

I've never seen an Appaloosa in person, but have...

I've never seen an Appaloosa in person, but have always loved the look of the forks on those. I do, however, have an Atlantis and it is a great candidate for a tourer, but be prepared that the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 388
Posted By beech333

Fantastic! I'm not sure how I missed that they...

Fantastic! I'm not sure how I missed that they came in presta valve too. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,181
Posted By beech333

In the wild: Former BF member bikes

In order to show appreciation for the bikes you continue to ride, post your bikes that were purchased from other BF members.

From iab:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-19-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 924
Posted By beech333

They were only offered in one size, I believe. I...

They were only offered in one size, I believe. I think it was 22". nlerner could confirm that, as I think he used to have several.

edit: nevermind. here is info.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-18-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,664
Posted By beech333

It will likely be taking a trip south tomorrow,...

It will likely be taking a trip south tomorrow, but full visitation rights would be allowed. With any luck, iab could ride it next year if there is a return of the Chicagoland spring rides.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-15-23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,101
Posted By beech333

Yes, it was. Thank you for removing that...

Yes, it was. Thank you for removing that temptation.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,910
Posted By beech333

I love my mid-80's Fuji Design Series, and view...

I love my mid-80's Fuji Design Series, and view them favorably over the early 70's Masi Gran Criterium, Colnago Master, and ca 1980 Gios Super Record that I have tried. FWIW, I also found the Gilco...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-25-23, 08:44 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,664
Posted By beech333

Bumping a cool bike and a good seller. I can't...

Bumping a cool bike and a good seller. I can't believe this has not sold yet. If only it were taller.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-18-23, 06:36 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,664
Posted By beech333

You're killing me. I wish this were just a bit...

You're killing me. I wish this were just a bit bigger. My back protests vintage 58cm(C-T) frames anymore, outside of very short rides, and I would feel so guilty hanging this on a wall so often. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 402
Posted By beech333

I have to admit that while it is fun reading your...

I have to admit that while it is fun reading your posts, it is also fun being a Peoria native and recognizing some of the locations that show up in your posts.

I do need to swing by the coop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 01:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 908
Posted By beech333

The local CO-OP, Working Bikes...

The local CO-OP, Working Bikes (https://store.workingbikes.org/working-bikes-working-bikes-pint-glass.html), came through for most of my needs: I picked up a Brooks B72 and an Ideale 80, to leave...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-27-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 349
Posted By beech333

If this is still available, can you please pm me...

If this is still available, can you please pm me paypal details? I'll take it to use on a Dilecta that I picked up recently.

Scratch that. I guess I am going to a bike coop this weekend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 908
Posted By beech333

I have a couple spare leather saddles and some...

I have a couple spare leather saddles and some seat pillars that I want to try. Unfortunately, all of the leather saddles are either from the UK or Japan, but I doubt that would be obvious. I might...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 908
Posted By beech333

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/786x357/atom_hubs_89433d1270442cfd349071fdb50b34658a795950.png...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 908
Posted By beech333

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/352x840/808_tubing_89d79a4f557421c1eb28fe2ff2bb7d5f0c784059.png...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 908
Posted By beech333

Dilecta

After making a disappointing lap around the Chicago Winter Bike Swap, I was about to leave empty-handed when I noticed this leaning against a wall behind a seller. I could tell it was French, but not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-23, 04:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,974
Posted By beech333

I was supposed to be out of town on Saturday and...

I was supposed to be out of town on Saturday and Sunday, but ended up needing exhaust work Saturday, which meant I left town on Sunday, after the swap. I was about to walk out empty handed, when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-22, 03:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 953
Posted By beech333

This looks like the one that has lingered at...

This looks like the one that has lingered at Sellwood Cycles.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-11-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,143
Posted By beech333

I couldn't throw my money at you fast enough if...

I couldn't throw my money at you fast enough if that were my size(60-61cm). I'd have bought the fenders too. GLWS!

Is that a dynamo wire guide near the shifter cable housing stops?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 384
Posted By beech333

I get that there are some without a bolt at all...

I get that there are some without a bolt at all and they are intended to be clamped, but why are some that come with bolts entirely missing a slot to allow the stem to widen as an wedge/expander is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 384
Posted By beech333

Reynolds 2-bolt I-beam stem question

I picked up a Reynolds 2-bolt I-beam stem about a year ago and went to use it on an old Hobbs that I am building up, but the stem confused me. I've seen some with slots at the bottom, but mine did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-22, 02:37 PM
Replies: 81,146
Views: 13,383,500
Posted By beech333

Thanks. I sent a message asking if he will ship....

Thanks. I sent a message asking if he will ship. I'm not holding my breath, but this looks fun.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 480
Posted By beech333

Thanks! Large mixtes seem hard to come across,...

Thanks! Large mixtes seem hard to come across, let alone older ones. It really seemed to come down to either getting a larger Gitane, or going with a Soma Buena Vista. I ultimately could not resist...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-25-22, 06:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 890
Posted By beech333

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1392x872/seat_tube_measurement_e76cd0aea643d1ef7dc6d6331900b0092566965a.jpg

I don't know what method Peugeot used, but a lot of makers used...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-24-22, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 890
Posted By beech333

I would guess 63-65, but I admit I am not...

I would guess 63-65, but I admit I am not familiar with Peugeots of this era. I do wonder what it is like to ride Vitus 980 though.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-11-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,160
Posted By beech333

It was definitely not my first message. I noticed...

It was definitely not my first message. I noticed his comment a bit later, but it has been long enough that I don't remember if my message was before his post asking for such, or if I had simply...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-11-22, 09:09 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,160
Posted By beech333

In the OP's defense, I was contacted via my phone...

In the OP's defense, I was contacted via my phone number a couple weeks ago, but I had just come down with covid and my throat was bad enough that I really didn't want to try talking to anyone. We...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-07-22, 01:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 890
Posted By beech333

Get well Greta. Cancer sucks! I may get...

Get well Greta. Cancer sucks!

I may get in trouble for this, but there was a "**** Cancer" RAGBRAI team a few years ago. It was my favorite jersey that I spotted on the ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 07:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By beech333

Too dark for the Opus, I think, but I don't have...

Too dark for the Opus, I think, but I don't have one to compare to. Too light for the Pro, of which I do have one ;)

Interesting color though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,395
Posted By beech333

/ I have to say that in my opinion, that...

/


I have to say that in my opinion, that Suntour Cyclone is the finest non-indexed derailleur that I have used. That said, I really do like indexing, so I would probably say that I would want...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-23-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,160
Posted By beech333

As did I. I will not be heartbroken if someone...

As did I. I will not be heartbroken if someone else gets it, but I was a bit disappointed by the lack of reply, while I could see posts here in the interim. Kurt, good luck with the Lejeune, if that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 81,146
Views: 13,383,500
Posted By beech333

I admit I don't have a high degree of confidence,...

I admit I don't have a high degree of confidence, but I think these were made by a woman in the southeast. I recall a purple and green one that I was tempted by maybe 7-8 years ago.

Edit: This guy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,990
Posted By beech333

A 1940's frameset arrived yesterday afternoon and...

A 1940's frameset arrived yesterday afternoon and my wife didn't kill me. I also got out for a 50 mile ride today.
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