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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-23, 02:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 431
Posted By car5car

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 368
Posted By terrymorse

I don't know, bike computers can be pretty bulky....

I don't know, bike computers can be pretty bulky.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-23, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 368
Posted By Chuck M

The only solution is to wear a watch on both arms.

The only solution is to wear a watch on both arms.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 368
Posted By Maelochs

Tuck in deeper behind the shopping cart .....

Tuck in deeper behind the shopping cart .....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-23, 03:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 382
Posted By car5car

I rode it, everything works fine. Needs...

I rode it, everything works fine. Needs derailleurs adjustment, maybe brake and spokes adjustment. Tires are cracked. I sold steel Roadmaster for 80, this one will go for $10k...:D If I wipe dust and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-24-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 321
Posted By AlbertoDeSantis

My rowing bicycle

Hello,
Some of you were asking me questions about my ROWGLIDER rowing bike.
I simplified the design. I am currently making the prototype with wood. See attached jpegs.
If it works, I will then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 687
Posted By louky

This is the stable mate to the bike pictured...

This is the stable mate to the bike pictured above. I decided to utilize the donated straight bars on this one. I had to purchase the stem adaptor to use the bars. I also bought a set of cheap...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 644
Posted By SurferRosa

If that was the only way to fix the "play," then...

If that was the only way to fix the "play," then I think you probably did the right thing. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 644
Posted By SurferRosa

Well, you need it removed so you can service the...

Well, you need it removed so you can service the hub properly.

But you don't need it necessarily removed to overhaul the freewheel. All you need is a hammer and punch. And if you don't have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1,565
Views: 192,931
Posted By Rocket-Sauce

Yesterday was such a crap day for riding...

Yesterday was such a crap day for riding (freezing temps, sleet) but my kids felt it was important to go see the new MLK monument on Boston Common...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 687
Posted By sweeks

Yes, they are a bit wide, but they're...

Yes, they are a bit wide, but they're comfortable. I've got the bike set up on an indoor trainer at present and the bars are fine for that. In the better weather to come, I'll mostly use it to knock...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 687
Posted By sweeks

Hmmm... could it be the grips? :innocent: ...

Hmmm... could it be the grips? :innocent:
Srsly, they look the same to me. I wanted a set of Rivendell "moustache" bars, but they weren't available for some reason, so I went to a random bike shop...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 687
Posted By sweeks

I converted my old (new in 1975) Motobecane from...

I converted my old (new in 1975) Motobecane from drop bars to "normal" (sort of "moustache" shaped) bars. The stem-mounted shifters work fine. I got an inexpensive set of brake levers to complete the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-12-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,289
Posted By zukahn1

The quick release for these brakes was on the...

The quick release for these brakes was on the front levers oem which have been changed so you have a couple options add a secondary quick release to the cabling, deflate the tire or losen remove a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-07-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 204
Posted By wrk101

Short answer: No. Longer answer: First,...

Short answer: No.

Longer answer:

First, its a private label branded bike, which limits value. Secondly it has low end components. Third, its in poor condition.

If someone gave me that bike...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-03-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,289
Posted By 3alarmer

,,, I sold a Trek 400 here in a slow market for...

,,, I sold a Trek 400 here in a slow market for $220. It was the later sort of frame, with the socketed, investment cast lugs and the rear derailleur cable routed through the chainstay. It was...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-03-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,289
Posted By TugaDude

The name will help it sell. Cleaned and...

The name will help it sell. Cleaned and polished, greased and new tires and your probably in the $200.00 range. More depending on traffic in your market, less if it is a slow one. I wouldn't spend...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 2,536
Views: 610,563
Posted By Doug Fattic

Here is my sport touring Trek I fixed up about 20...

Here is my sport touring Trek I fixed up about 20 years ago to do bike trips in Ukraine. It was donated to me by a friend as a thank you for packing and sending him a Mississippi built Schwinn he...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-01-23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,289
Posted By Bianchigirll

XxHaimBondxX Is that all the information you...

XxHaimBondxX Is that all the information you can get?

As it sits there like that I'd $100 simply because it looks like it's all there and might run after a servicing.

If you planning on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-22, 12:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By SurferRosa

Certainly depends on the bike, but it may not be...

Certainly depends on the bike, but it may not be worthwhile to purchase a new $20 freewheel (like a Sunrace 6-speed) for a flip. If you have a bike co-op, check there first.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-22, 10:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I should have added why it's not best to swap...

I should have added why it's not best to swap between the threading specs I mentioned. Because the hub is the one of the long lasting components. The freewheel will wear from the chain/miles in time...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-22, 10:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By Kontact

I've seen chainline issues with the current...

I've seen chainline issues with the current Shimano freewheels. If you're on a budget, get a Sunrace.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

IIRC this era ST freewheel w/o any other...

IIRC this era ST freewheel w/o any other threading ID stamped on it will be an English spec, 1.370" x 24 TPI. Today's ISO (1.375" x 24 TPI) and earlier Italian (1.378"/35mm x 24 TPI) are generally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-22, 08:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By veganbikes

If they are standard English threads yes if not...

If they are standard English threads yes if not no but more than likely yes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-22, 08:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,086
Posted By sovende

RE: the stripped out NDS (non-drive side) crank...

RE: the stripped out NDS (non-drive side) crank arm, for sure if you’re going to keep and ride the bike, just about any arm (that looks similar and is the same length) will suffice. Not totally sure...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-22, 06:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,086
Posted By romperrr

For your particular bike, period correct will...

For your particular bike, period correct will probably be best in terms of cost to replace vs resale value. Ideally you'll be able to find the same crank and just add whatever pedals fit. If you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-22, 08:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By indyfabz

Along the trail leading from the GAP up towards...

Along the trail leading from the GAP up towards the center of Frostburg, MD.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By jaxgtr

So these are cool. Showed my wife and she is...

So these are cool. Showed my wife and she is like, I know what I am getting you for your birthday.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By Milton Keynes

Now I know what to do with that old wheel that's...

Now I know what to do with that old wheel that's hanging in my garage.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-22, 05:24 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,224
Posted By JehD

The Giant Wald Delivery Basket has entered the...

The Giant Wald Delivery Basket has entered the chat...
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 20,146
Views: 2,581,412
Posted By zukahn1

Cold and a little snowy the past few days but...

Cold and a little snowy the past few days but fairly nice today. Took the first snow ride of the season over to town on the Nishiki SS only a short ride....
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-17-22, 05:59 PM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 997,614
Posted By tulsarob

Here's a shot from the sporting clay course I go...

Here's a shot from the sporting clay course I go to.
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-16-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 356
Posted By wrk101

Years ago, I reluctantly accepted Miami Jim's...

Years ago, I reluctantly accepted Miami Jim's sage advice, which was (I'll paraphrase):

1. Aim Higher.

2. Sell fewer bikes at higher margins.

3. Don't waste time and $$ on the mediocre...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-13-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 910
Posted By sloar

If I buy a bike to flip I make sure it’s my size...

If I buy a bike to flip I make sure it’s my size incase it doesn’t sell.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-13-22, 03:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 910
Posted By Desert Ryder

I like the green color :thumb:

I like the green color :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-11-22, 08:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 910
Posted By albrt

In case you are not aware, a Raleigh from this...

In case you are not aware, a Raleigh from this era will have proprietary threading on screwable items. The older the bike, the more items this applies to. This means if you lose a hub nut, you may...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-10-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 910
Posted By T-Mar

It's a Raleigh Grand Prix. circa 1973-4. It's an...

It's a Raleigh Grand Prix. circa 1973-4. It's an upper entry level model with a hi-tensile frame, steel rims and steel crankset, so it's a pretty heavy bicycle. It still has the OEM Simplex Prestige...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-10-22, 07:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 910
Posted By wrk101

Basic rule of thumb is don't buy bikes to flip if...

Basic rule of thumb is don't buy bikes to flip if you know nothing about them, UNLESS they have obvious valuable parts on them. If so, mentally circle those parts, and add up the value. Then compare...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-22-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 611
Posted By seypat

Forest Gump's favorite brand of bike.

Forest Gump's favorite brand of bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-21-22, 09:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 611
Posted By branko_76

yup, at least 40 years old. That would make...

yup, at least 40 years old.

That would make a nice winter project. Try to put zero money in it if you can, just use as many of the original parts as possible. Simply dismantle the entire bike down...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-20-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 611
Posted By Bianchigirll

Yeah I’m thinking 50 for a ‘70s bike boom...

Yeah I’m thinking 50 for a ‘70s bike boom machine. I think the Mafac brakes might be the best part.

Hey what do you know, apparently Sir Sheldon and I agree. You have to scroll down quite a ways...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-18-22, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 392
Posted By T-Mar

I don't know ho manufactured it, but the serial...

I don't know ho manufactured it, but the serial number would appear to indicate a 1989 model. The format was common among Taiwanese manufacturers. There appears to be a Country of Origin label on the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-08-22, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 265
Posted By wrk101

If someone gave me that bike, it would go...

If someone gave me that bike, it would go straight to the co-op. I just don't have the time, or $$ to work on the entry level stuff. It costs the same $$ in consumables, and same hours of time, to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By 79pmooney

I had a co-worker last millenium with a higher...

I had a co-worker last millenium with a higher end, Miyata sport bike that he broke repeatedly at the brake cable exit just forward of the seattube. He was 200 pounds and rode it every workday for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 12:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By icemilkcoffee

If it's a round or rounded tube I would not...

If it's a round or rounded tube I would not advice drilling into it. The rounded part is structural, and if you drill a hole there, the metal could start cracking or tearing. If it's a tube with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By DiabloScott

1. I think this is a fine idea if you're willing...

1. I think this is a fine idea if you're willing to accept the risk that it'll ruin your bike.
2. I hacksawed off a brake bridge and cable guides on an old fixie conversion and got all kinds of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 07:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By Ironfish653

I might be tempted to try it, as a styling...

I might be tempted to try it, as a styling exercise; but certainly not on "mY fAvOrItE bIke EvAr"

Study a couple different bikes that have internal cables and see how they are laid out and go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 04:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By Bike Gremlin

Yup. With a gun to my head very persistant...

Yup. With a gun to my head very persistant enthusiast, I'd try drilling holes in the top tube - at least 5 cm away from the welds, just in case.

Thinking out loudly (haven't ever done something...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-22, 12:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 656
Posted By Bike Gremlin

There should be a special place in hell for...

There should be a special place in hell for people who design internally routed cable frames.
Enjoy the simplicity of the "old tech" you have for as long as you can.

In other words: it's a bad...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-22, 03:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 459
Posted By Sonofamechanic

You have a third chainring up front—you won’t...

You have a third chainring up front—you won’t miss the 32.
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