First World Problem - Centurion version...
06-28-15 | 10:37 PM
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Bikes: centurion cinelli equipe, look hinault 753, Zunow z-1, 83 stumpy sport
I think we are all dancing around the real question:
which one do you like riding more? take em out, come back and you will have your answer. Another trick I use, if its too close to call: flip a coin. if it comes up how you like it, you know.. if it comes up the wrong, you know..
which one do you like riding more? take em out, come back and you will have your answer. Another trick I use, if its too close to call: flip a coin. if it comes up how you like it, you know.. if it comes up the wrong, you know..
06-28-15 | 10:42 PM
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All wrong anwers. The correct answer is that you need a blue pro-tour. And keep them all. See My Bikes to the left there if you have any further questions about which bike to keep.
06-28-15 | 10:48 PM
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06-28-15 | 11:13 PM
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Both bikes are the same size (54cm); both fit equally well. I also have a 1977 Centurion Pro-Tour (in blue) that is a nice match for the orange 1977 Semi -Pro. I'm leaning toward keeping both Semi-Pros in the short run; I do need to move something along for space and domestic tranquility reasons. The 1984 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport seems to be edging it's way towards the door...
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06-28-15 | 11:29 PM
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06-29-15 | 02:20 PM
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Inkandsilver - I remember seeing the thread you had regarding your 1977 Semi-Pro, and what a lovely bike that turned out to be. I think I will look it up again; I recall that you made some really nice choices when you modified it a bit. I took the '77 out for a quick 10 mile shakedown this morning after making a few adjustments to fit, and it was quite nice. I like our suggestions about the bar tape and saddle - the brown leather wrap and saddle would look classy! Think I'm going to look for a wider range freewheel as well; were you able to get a 30 tooth rear to work with the rear Cyclone derailleur?
06-29-15 | 02:52 PM
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As others have stated, the right answer is to keep them both.
If you have to get rid of any of them, I am your size and could probably help you out
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If you have to get rid of any of them, I am your size and could probably help you out
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06-29-15 | 03:13 PM
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Gugie - the orange Semi-Pro was an EBay deal; reasonably priced and just my size (54cm). I'm actually in the SF Bay area, but have a cottage up on Orcas island that we visit in the summer.
It may be a bit premature to mention it now, but I'm planning to build out a couple of small, no frills "camping cabins" for vacationers and bike travelers to use when they are visiting Orcas. The San Juan Islands are a beautiful place to visit on a summer tour, and I'm planning to stock some spares and bike tools should any guests need to make repairs while traveling. Basically a bed, hot shower, limited kitchen, small deck and fire ring. I will let the C&V crowd know more as I get these built. It would be nice to meet some of the forum's contributors if they are in the area.
It may be a bit premature to mention it now, but I'm planning to build out a couple of small, no frills "camping cabins" for vacationers and bike travelers to use when they are visiting Orcas. The San Juan Islands are a beautiful place to visit on a summer tour, and I'm planning to stock some spares and bike tools should any guests need to make repairs while traveling. Basically a bed, hot shower, limited kitchen, small deck and fire ring. I will let the C&V crowd know more as I get these built. It would be nice to meet some of the forum's contributors if they are in the area.
Tough one on the bikes. I vote blue, but I don't know if you already have something similar in the stable.
06-29-15 | 07:40 PM
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The camping cabins are on the slate for late Spring of 2016. I'm thinking simple, comfortable, and decidedly low tech. Any suggestions about what sort of tools and spares I should keep around for the vintage crowd? I'm a reasonable wrench, but this stash would be for folks to make their own repairs as needed...
08-04-15 | 06:37 PM
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Bikes: centurion cinelli equipe, look hinault 753, Zunow z-1, 83 stumpy sport
Hi: since I am local I saw you put the blue one on the CL block. sadly, way too small for me. No bites? its a very good price but I think people just do not know what they are missing.
08-04-15 | 10:33 PM
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Bikes: It's complicated.
The camping cabins are on the slate for late Spring of 2016. I'm thinking simple, comfortable, and decidedly low tech. Any suggestions about what sort of tools and spares I should keep around for the vintage crowd? I'm a reasonable wrench, but this stash would be for folks to make their own repairs as needed...
A list of tools and spares:
floor pump
cheap bike stand
allen set
Chain tool
various freewheel tools and a small vice
open and closed wrenches
Crescent wrench
old tooth brushes for cleaning the bits
Pliers
crank puller? Warning that it won't work on TA or Stronglight, those folks should know better!
shop towels!
cleaning fluids, degreaser, chain lube
Spare tubes of various sizes-whatever you use gets tacked onto your bill, but at a lower markup than that toberlone chocolate bar that tempts you in the hotel fridge
Spare cables
Water bottles with your logo on them - a small profit center in itself! Leave an old, usable one for a dollar off...
Goo, Fizz electrolyte tablets, Cliff bars.
Bag Balm! or Chamois butter
Phone number for a local mechanic who would be willing to make a house call, or overnight emergency repairs
Call the area with all this the "bike spa".
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08-04-15 | 11:21 PM
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Yes , I decided to hang onto the orange '77 Semi- Pro. Kind of a tough call, but I have my eye on a Classic French bike that I'm hoping to buy and ride in next years Eroica ( Calif version). At this point it's "one bike out before another comes in"...
Thanks for coming up with such a comprehensive list of parts and spares to keep on hand for cyclists visiting Orcas Island next year. Hoping to have at least one "camping cabin" available by June, but if not, there is a small cottage already on the property that I can make available as well. It's a little more of a proper space than the cabins I'm planning to build, but comfortable for up to 2 couples plus kids. Not sure about the protocol for "advertising" this here on the forum? Don't want to step on any toes here...
Thanks for coming up with such a comprehensive list of parts and spares to keep on hand for cyclists visiting Orcas Island next year. Hoping to have at least one "camping cabin" available by June, but if not, there is a small cottage already on the property that I can make available as well. It's a little more of a proper space than the cabins I'm planning to build, but comfortable for up to 2 couples plus kids. Not sure about the protocol for "advertising" this here on the forum? Don't want to step on any toes here...
08-04-15 | 11:30 PM
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Bikes: It's complicated.
Yes , I decided to hang onto the orange '77 Semi- Pro. Kind of a tough call, but I have my eye on a Classic French bike that I'm hoping to buy and ride in next years Eroica ( Calif version). At this point it's "one bike out before another comes in"...
Thanks for coming up with such a comprehensive list of parts and spares to keep on hand for cyclists visiting Orcas Island next year. Hoping to have at least one "camping cabin" available by June, but if not, there is a small cottage already on the property that I can make available as well. It's a little more of a proper space than the cabins I'm planning to build, but comfortable for up to 2 couples plus kids. Not sure about the protocol for "advertising" this here on the forum? Don't want to step on any toes here...
Thanks for coming up with such a comprehensive list of parts and spares to keep on hand for cyclists visiting Orcas Island next year. Hoping to have at least one "camping cabin" available by June, but if not, there is a small cottage already on the property that I can make available as well. It's a little more of a proper space than the cabins I'm planning to build, but comfortable for up to 2 couples plus kids. Not sure about the protocol for "advertising" this here on the forum? Don't want to step on any toes here...
If you want to PM me about the cottage...have you ever rented it out before? We're looking for new places to explore.
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08-05-15 | 10:12 AM
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Normally I'd say orange, but the blue one is so perfect as it stands, I'd keep that one.
[edit] oops, didn't notice you had already decided. Not like there was a bad choice to be made.
[edit] oops, didn't notice you had already decided. Not like there was a bad choice to be made.
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08-05-15 | 02:59 PM
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Bikes: 1978 Trek TX700; 1978/79 Trek 736; 1984 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport; 1984 Schwinn Voyageur SP; 1985 Trek 620; 1985 Trek 720; 1986 Trek 400 Elance; 1987 Schwinn High Sierra; 1990 Miyata 1000LT
I truly hope someone here gets this- if just to post more pix of it!
Great looking bike(s)
BTW- I want to visit with [MENTION=177076]orcas island[/MENTION] and bring along a few bikes- he's got the fever for the old tourers and we ride the same size frames!
I think he's already got all the bikes I've got... To include the Stumpjumper Sport...
BTW- my Stumpjumper is a Bay Area bike from The Pedaler bike shop. I still have a copy of the receipt from the original owner.
Great looking bike(s)
BTW- I want to visit with [MENTION=177076]orcas island[/MENTION] and bring along a few bikes- he's got the fever for the old tourers and we ride the same size frames!
I think he's already got all the bikes I've got... To include the Stumpjumper Sport...
BTW- my Stumpjumper is a Bay Area bike from The Pedaler bike shop. I still have a copy of the receipt from the original owner.
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