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Forum: Recumbent
07-06-08, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,891
Posted By ahorner1946

Thanks for the reply! I went to Calhoun...

Thanks for the reply!

I went to Calhoun Cycles web site and it appears that they have about 8 different 520 tires, maybe half of them are road tires. I didn't look at the 507's so can't speak to...
Forum: Recumbent
07-05-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,891
Posted By ahorner1946

RANS V-Rex with 20/24 Wheels

I am considering buying an older RANS V-Rex with a 24 in Rear wheel. I've seen post that make me think they have also come with 700 and of course 26 in. size rear wheels over the years! All I know,...
08-31-07, 04:50 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,977
Posted By ahorner1946

"Dirt is not patina. As far as fine racing bikes...

"Dirt is not patina. As far as fine racing bikes are concearned, proper maintenance should be an ongoing part of the bikes life.

To me this includes cleaning and polishing parts, and replacing...
08-28-07, 06:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,246
Posted By ahorner1946

That is a beautiful Paramount. I too, like Campus...

That is a beautiful Paramount. I too, like Campus Green. I have a Suburban that color, however, my Paramount is chrome!!! You did very well!!!

Al
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-15-07, 01:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,050
Posted By ahorner1946

Well, now guys, you can rest assured that this...

Well, now guys, you can rest assured that this Huffy, is, and will always be, priceless. It's his little girls first bike! How many of you guys would love to have your first bike back, or your kids...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-02-07, 05:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,291
Posted By ahorner1946

"For several months now I've been trying to warm...

"For several months now I've been trying to warm up to that color on my '07 Speed D7, haven't managed yet. For anyone that likes naming their bikes I offer "snot rocket" and "vomit comet" since I've...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-07, 05:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,291
Posted By ahorner1946

Sorry, I should have been more clear. It was...

Sorry, I should have been more clear. It was equiped with the short cage rear deraileur, SRAM MRX shifter I think it was 7 spd, had the new HB stem, fenders and Luggage rack! Oh yeah, the color was...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-31-07, 10:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,291
Posted By ahorner1946

Dahon Boardwalk $299.99

While at Camping World today, I saw they had the Dahon Boardwalk for $299.99! It seems like a pretty fair price for what looked like a pretty well built bike.

I see at the Dahon web site that the...
07-29-07, 10:19 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 50,773
Posted By ahorner1946

Cool looking folder. I had a '63 VW Bug, It was a...

Cool looking folder. I had a '63 VW Bug, It was a delight to drive, and it got lots of attention. The VW Shows were tons of fun! The folding bike would have looked great in the display, but would...
07-29-07, 09:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,163
Posted By ahorner1946

"Not North Road bars, but I am doing something...

"Not North Road bars, but I am doing something similar on the Paramount I am working on for my wife. She hates drop bars!"

I like the looks of drop bar bikes, however, age has left me somewhat...
07-29-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,163
Posted By ahorner1946

I have a Suburban, I gave $50 for it and a...

I have a Suburban, I gave $50 for it and a Stingray Jr. They were not creampuffs, but cleaned up OK! The Suburban is Campus Green, has Northroad style bars, 10 spd w/stem shifters and fenders! I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-07, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,064
Posted By ahorner1946

Jur, Thanks, Good idea! I will try that the...

Jur,
Thanks, Good idea! I will try that the next time I have one to remove!!!

Al
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-15-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,064
Posted By ahorner1946

Ricohman, Nice looking Twenty! I love riding...

Ricohman,
Nice looking Twenty! I love riding mine! I thought about making a camping bike out of mine, but I haven't a good way to secure it at the camp site!!!

Jur,
"I found an excellent...
07-15-07, 07:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,574
Posted By ahorner1946

"Gilles Berthoud 50mm fenders from Peter White...

"Gilles Berthoud 50mm fenders from Peter White Cycles."

Thanks!

Al
07-15-07, 01:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,574
Posted By ahorner1946

Your Paramount looks great! You did a great job!...

Your Paramount looks great! You did a great job! What kind of fenders did you use on the bike? I like fenders!!!

Al
06-29-07, 06:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,123
Posted By ahorner1946

Congratulations, your gonna love your Paramount!...

Congratulations, your gonna love your Paramount! It is truly a great day when you find the bike you are looking for! That is a great color too, I have a Schwinn Suburban in Campus Green!

Al
06-25-07, 08:25 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,728
Posted By ahorner1946

What a great thread! You guys are sharing some...

What a great thread! You guys are sharing some great info, it would be useful to almost anyone interested in our hobby! I really am enjoying this thread!

jus1mortym, you have a special and much...
06-11-07, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,424
Posted By ahorner1946

"And no, I will not sell any of my good saddles....

"And no, I will not sell any of my good saddles. They are one part that I do not get rid of."

This sentiment is pretty common amoung Brooks owners! Move the old saddle to the new bike!!! Let...
06-11-07, 01:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,025
Posted By ahorner1946

He got his answer at the Folding bike forum! I'd...

He got his answer at the Folding bike forum! I'd like to find one of those in Chrome!! That would be a great find!

Al
06-10-07, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,413
Posted By ahorner1946

Neal, Good job. I liked the idea of the...

Neal,
Good job. I liked the idea of the wood chainguard, some wood fenders would look great also!

Al
06-09-07, 06:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 992
Posted By ahorner1946

I don't consider myself much of an expert on...

I don't consider myself much of an expert on anything, and I certainly don't know anything about where you ride, why you ride or how long you have been riding! However, I can offer up my opinions for...
06-08-07, 08:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,216
Posted By ahorner1946

It's wonderful! Congratulations and we wish you...

It's wonderful! Congratulations and we wish you all the happiness your two hearts can hold!

Al
06-08-07, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,058
Posted By ahorner1946

Those are great finds. Congratulations! I...

Those are great finds. Congratulations!

I was glad to see the detail available in the pictures of the Superbe, as I have a Sport about that age and that color. I have been considering painting it...
06-07-07, 08:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,471
Posted By ahorner1946

"This is the C&V there is no such thing as out of...

"This is the C&V there is no such thing as out of date!"

Well said!

Al
06-04-07, 11:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,176
Posted By ahorner1946

How about some pictures? Al

How about some pictures?
Al
05-31-07, 08:25 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,563
Posted By ahorner1946

Fender1, Your Paramount is beautiful....

Fender1,
Your Paramount is beautiful. Congratulations on a great catch. I know you will enjoy it!

Al
05-13-07, 09:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,099
Posted By ahorner1946

You did a great job and it is a beautiful...

You did a great job and it is a beautiful Paramount! The red HB wrap, and toe straps look great on the bike!

Are the brake hoods on yours original? If not where did you find them? I'm thinking of...
05-12-07, 08:39 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,180
Posted By ahorner1946

Andy, It's wonderful that the original owner...

Andy,
It's wonderful that the original owner of your Paramount was your Dad. That makes the bike a true treasure. It's is a beautiful bike! Enjoy it!

Al
05-11-07, 09:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,387
Posted By ahorner1946

I'm certainly not the expert, however 25 years...

I'm certainly not the expert, however 25 years old is the age used by many folks!

Al
05-11-07, 09:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By ahorner1946

I realize the OP no longer needs the info!...

I realize the OP no longer needs the info! However, any bike shop can get 27" tires with kevlar protection from J&B Importers!

Al
05-11-07, 09:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,395
Posted By ahorner1946

"That thing is called a top-tube protector. Its...

"That thing is called a top-tube protector. Its there to prevent your bars from damaging your top tube if/when you crash."

Thanks guys!

Al
05-11-07, 08:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,634
Posted By ahorner1946

Your Bianchi is a good looking Folder! You did...

Your Bianchi is a good looking Folder! You did well!

Folders are lots of fun, and isn't that what bikes are supposed to be about! I have a Raleigh Twenty, I love it! It was in pretty good shape...
05-11-07, 05:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,395
Posted By ahorner1946

Would someone please tell me what (and what for)...

Would someone please tell me what (and what for) the "thing" is on the top tube that looks a bit like a coupler? I've noticed it on several track bikes. I need to know for my continuing classic bike...
05-10-07, 08:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,853
Posted By ahorner1946

It is a beautiful bike! Thanks for the pics guys!...

It is a beautiful bike! Thanks for the pics guys!

Al
05-07-07, 08:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

Ok, I was wrong but I was partly right**********...

Ok, I was wrong but I was partly right********** What I have is Suntour Acushift Barcons. It does have friction/index positions on the right side one.............however, they are six speed and not 5...
05-07-07, 08:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

Thanks for the links, that looks like a good...

Thanks for the links, that looks like a good source for the parts I am looking for! Regarding the Barcons I have, I may be wrong and it wont be the first time, but I think these actually have two...
05-06-07, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

Good news on the Suntour Barcons, thanks for the...

Good news on the Suntour Barcons, thanks for the info! I will order a set of red HB tape, maybe even some red cable housing, now if I could just find the correct brake hoods! Do you think the...
05-06-07, 06:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

Again, thanks for the feed back! I am convinced...

Again, thanks for the feed back! I am convinced that red is THE color for the HB wrap, and I guess I need to start looking for proper barcons and brake hoods! I actually have a set of Suntour 5 speed...
05-06-07, 06:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 852
Posted By ahorner1946

Great find, and twins at that! Enjoy them! Al

Great find, and twins at that! Enjoy them!

Al
05-06-07, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,039
Posted By ahorner1946

Cool Bike, congrats on getting it! I am...

Cool Bike, congrats on getting it!

I am fond of 3 speeds and have several, none are mint however! I enjoy riding them! My observation is that in East Tennessee there are more womens 3 speeds...
05-06-07, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

Thanks for the replies! I have admired your...

Thanks for the replies! I have admired your Paramounts for a long while!

Regarding changes to the bike, one part of me wants to leave the bike just the way it left the factory, But another part of...
05-05-07, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,410
Posted By ahorner1946

My Paramount

With the help of the LBS I made contact with a gentleman that had a Schwinn Paramount for sale. After meeting with the gentleman, talking with him, seeing the bike, and agreeing on a price I paid him...
Forum: Recumbent
04-22-07, 07:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,173
Posted By ahorner1946

Yeah, it really is that easy! Unless, you have...

Yeah, it really is that easy! Unless, you have been trying to throw your leg across the back of the seat!

I'm not being sarcastic, I've actually seen it tried!!! If that is the case, try this,...
Forum: Recumbent
04-15-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,780
Posted By ahorner1946

RANS Seat Back Bag and Cresent Panniers

I want to try my hand at short tours on my RANS Stratus Classic. In the begining it will be credit card touring for about a week! I am considering the RANS seat back Bag and cresent panniers.
...
02-19-07, 07:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,123
Posted By ahorner1946

" if you want a recognizable raleigh, keep the...

" if you want a recognizable raleigh, keep the ducks."

Yeah, vintage chain rings are cool, thats the downside of upgrading Cranks, no more unique chainrings! New chainrings "all look alike!"

Al
Forum: BMX
02-18-07, 07:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,016
Posted By ahorner1946

Mude, sorry if I appeared tense, actually I had...

Mude, sorry if I appeared tense, actually I had taken my pill! ;-)

Yes, I do have details on the bike that I can see and touch such as color, components things like that! However, I have no...
Forum: BMX
02-18-07, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,016
Posted By ahorner1946

Come on guys, is there no one one on this forum...

Come on guys, is there no one one on this forum who has knowledge of this bike that they are willing to share?
Forum: BMX
02-17-07, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,016
Posted By ahorner1946

Diamondback Reactor jr

I just bought a Red Diamondback Reactor jr and I would like to know more about the bike, year made, quality, were they successful in the races. beginners bikes or what!

I'm guessing this bike is 7...
Forum: Recumbent
02-14-07, 08:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By ahorner1946

"Compared to its competition,which are all geared...

"Compared to its competition,which are all geared toward beginners, the RANS lineup could be described as 'elite."

BlazingPedals makes a very good point! And, readers should remember that I also...
Forum: Recumbent
02-13-07, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By ahorner1946

RANS Crank-Forward Bikes

Anyone on here have any experience with a RANS Crank Forward Bike. I got a chance to take a short ride on a 2007 Fusion. I was pleased. Quite comforable, relatively light, good fit/finish and handled...
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