At the co-op
12-22-23 | 04:40 PM
#376
Mad bike riding scientist
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 29,183
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From: Denver, CO
Bikes: Some silver ones, a red one, a black and orange one, and a few titanium ones
A 2002 Cannondale Stars and Stripes came into the shop this week. Currently being refribed after a difficult crank removal.
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Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
12-22-23 | 06:43 PM
#377
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 3,288
Likes: 4,243
From: The Le Grande HQ
Bikes: Gängl, Trek 938, Raleigh Professional, Paramount, Allez, Guerciotti, Specialized Stumpjumper, Trek 750, Miyata 1000 < Huffy
12-22-23 | 11:38 PM
#378
Mad bike riding scientist
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 29,183
Likes: 6,261
From: Denver, CO
Bikes: Some silver ones, a red one, a black and orange one, and a few titanium ones
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Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
01-03-24 | 05:48 PM
#379
Mad bike riding scientist
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 29,183
Likes: 6,261
From: Denver, CO
Bikes: Some silver ones, a red one, a black and orange one, and a few titanium ones
It’s done! I changed out the cables for something less boring than black and had to replace the 105 crank with a carbon crank we had around the shop. I had to refinish the carbon crank (320 and 400 wet sand paper followed by clear paint) and retaped the handlebars. I think we are going to ask $600 but that is yet to be determined. I’ll provide a link when it is in the system.
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Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
Stuart Black
Dreamin' of Bemidji Down the Mississippi (in part)
Plan Epsilon Around Lake Michigan in the era of Covid
Gold Fever Three days of dirt in Colorado
Pokin' around the Poconos A cold ride around Lake Erie
Dinosaurs in Colorado A mountain bike guide to the Purgatory Canyon dinosaur trackway
Solo Without Pie. The search for pie in the Midwest.
Picking the Scablands. Washington and Oregon, 2005. Pie and spiders on the Columbia River!
01-20-24 | 03:01 PM
#380
Senior Member
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 3,976
Likes: 3,216
From: Bloomington, IN
Bikes: Paramount, Faggin, Ochsner, Rossin, Ciocc
Stopped at the co-op today to drop off a couple of brake calipers and a Vetta seat, and found a replacement for my damaged Sprint caliper. A good day! Smiles, MH
My damaged caliper, The heat from a house fire melted the adjuster mechanism in two.
An exact match found today in the junk caliper box.
My damaged caliper, The heat from a house fire melted the adjuster mechanism in two.
An exact match found today in the junk caliper box.
03-13-24 | 11:04 AM
#381
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 1,188
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One of the smarter things my local co-op has established is a dumpster dedicated to bikes at the local landfill/transfer station (in my day as a kid, we called it the "dump").
Its a big metal bin near the front with good signage so people know not just to place bikes in the bin, but where the bike will end up.
Best bike found in it…1980 DeRosa size 59
Worst Bike: Lots of washers and dryers for some reason.
We try to check it daily before the scrap metal thieves remove items, although they are welcome to any home appliances.
Its a big metal bin near the front with good signage so people know not just to place bikes in the bin, but where the bike will end up.
Best bike found in it…1980 DeRosa size 59
Worst Bike: Lots of washers and dryers for some reason.
We try to check it daily before the scrap metal thieves remove items, although they are welcome to any home appliances.
03-13-24 | 12:34 PM
#383
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2022
Posts: 3,960
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From: Pac NW
Bikes: several Eddy Merz (ride like Eddy, braze like Jim!)
03-13-24 | 03:34 PM
#384
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But if I could tell the neighbors where to look for the box you mentioned, then I can suggest that that dump the load at X or y place. Saves everyone a trip and maybe the bikes would get used.
so is the box at Metro South or Central?
03-14-24 | 11:33 AM
#387
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 16,173
Likes: 9,548
From: PDX
Bikes: Merz x 5 + Specialized Merz Allez x 2, Strawberry/Newlands/DiNucci/Ti x3, Gordon, Fuso/Moulton x2, Bornstein, Paisley,1958-74 Paramounts x3, 3rensho, 74 Moto TC, 73-78 Raleigh Pro's x5, Marinoni x2, 1960 Cinelli SC, 1980 Bianchi SC, PX-10 X 2
03-14-24 | 02:25 PM
#389
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2022
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From: Pac NW
Bikes: several Eddy Merz (ride like Eddy, braze like Jim!)
So many volunteers of the Co-op ride their bikes to and from work.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
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"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."
"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."
03-14-24 | 02:44 PM
#390
ambulatory senior
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 6,451
Likes: 4,517
From: Peoria Il
Bikes: Austro Daimler modified by Gugie! Raleigh Professional and lots of other bikes.
So many volunteers of the Co-op ride their bikes to and from work.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
03-15-24 | 07:37 PM
#391
Bike Butcher of Portland
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 12,486
Likes: 8,054
From: Portland, OR
Bikes: It's complicated.
So many volunteers of the Co-op ride their bikes to and from work.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
I am the guy with the minivan who gets sent to pick up donations. Feel free to contact me and not only will I pick it up, but I’ll give you a tax deduction form.
And if you ask, I’ll send you a picture of whoever ends up with your bike.
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If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
03-15-24 | 11:45 PM
#392
Senior Member
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From: Pac NW
Bikes: several Eddy Merz (ride like Eddy, braze like Jim!)
03-16-24 | 12:37 AM
#393
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From: Pac NW
Bikes: several Eddy Merz (ride like Eddy, braze like Jim!)
At the Salem Or co-op, a woman recently came in.
Her husband had recently passed away. She started by donating bikes from the garage, various fixies.
then she asked if we had a truck or a van.
she had just visited the public storage unit. It was full of bikes and bike parts.
many were road bikes that were now fixies
Some ruined by cutting of the rear derailleur hangers.
my point, if you are in the market for a tall (size 62) frame, bike or assorted bits, stop by the NW Hub in Salem.
Her husband had recently passed away. She started by donating bikes from the garage, various fixies.
then she asked if we had a truck or a van.
she had just visited the public storage unit. It was full of bikes and bike parts.
many were road bikes that were now fixies
Some ruined by cutting of the rear derailleur hangers.
my point, if you are in the market for a tall (size 62) frame, bike or assorted bits, stop by the NW Hub in Salem.
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"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."
"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."
03-16-24 | 06:33 AM
#394
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Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 5,366
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From: Soviet of Oregon or Pensacola FL
Bikes: Still have a few left!
"There are a few transfer stations in the Portland area. Which one has the bike bin?"
little help: Transfer station is South of Hwy 22, SE of Gaffin rd exits/on ramps, a mile or so East of the I5 exits to Bend, SE of Salem. Oregon. Also accepts TVs/Computers, flattened Cardboard boxes, paint. There's also a used motor oil dump tank with a dumpster for your emptied containers. There's a separate building to the left, only open Tuesdays/Thursdays that accepts anti-freeze. (R & M: You kids quit arguing)
Last edited by ollo_ollo; 03-16-24 at 06:56 AM. Reason: add more
03-16-24 | 09:36 AM
#396
Bike Butcher of Portland
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 12,486
Likes: 8,054
From: Portland, OR
Bikes: It's complicated.
[QUOTE=Robvolz;23185689]remember, when you promised to ignore my posts?
/QUOTE]
Changed my mind.
And you're still avoiding the question.
/QUOTE]
Changed my mind.
And you're still avoiding the question.
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If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
If someone tells you that you have enough bicycles and you don't need any more, stop talking to them. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life.
03-16-24 | 10:33 AM
#397
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Joined: Jan 2015
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Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni"
"There are a few transfer stations in the Portland area. Which one has the bike bin?"
little help: Transfer station is South of Hwy 22, SE of Gaffin rd exits/on ramps, a mile or so East of the I5 exits to Bend, SE of Salem. Oregon. Also accepts TVs/Computers, flattened Cardboard boxes, paint. There's also a used motor oil dump tank with a dumpster for your emptied containers. There's a separate building to the left, only open Tuesdays/Thursdays that accepts anti-freeze. (R & M: You kids quit arguing)
"There are a few transfer stations in the Portland area. Which one has the bike bin?"
little help: Transfer station is South of Hwy 22, SE of Gaffin rd exits/on ramps, a mile or so East of the I5 exits to Bend, SE of Salem. Oregon. Also accepts TVs/Computers, flattened Cardboard boxes, paint. There's also a used motor oil dump tank with a dumpster for your emptied containers. There's a separate building to the left, only open Tuesdays/Thursdays that accepts anti-freeze. (R & M: You kids quit arguing)
03-16-24 | 10:42 AM
#398
Old bikes, Older guy
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 1,073
Likes: 306
From: Fiscal Conservative on the Lefty Coast - Oregon
Bikes: A few modern, Several vintage, All ridden when weather allows.
Salem, Oregon Co-op & recycling center
Hi folks,
Just to clear up this inane discussion! The Northwest Hub, located at the corner of Broadway & Market in Salem, is the designated collector for bikes/parts left at this transfer station. Please utilize the Hub for the bikes and/or parts you are interested in. Your business is greatly appreciated and supports our many community service programs. Thanks to @ollo ollo for the TS location for donations.
Cheers,
Van
Just to clear up this inane discussion! The Northwest Hub, located at the corner of Broadway & Market in Salem, is the designated collector for bikes/parts left at this transfer station. Please utilize the Hub for the bikes and/or parts you are interested in. Your business is greatly appreciated and supports our many community service programs. Thanks to @ollo ollo for the TS location for donations.
Cheers,
Van
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Remember: Real bikes have pedals.
...and never put a yellow tail on a Red, White and Blue kite!
Remember: Real bikes have pedals.
...and never put a yellow tail on a Red, White and Blue kite!
Last edited by Senior Ryder 00; 03-16-24 at 06:47 PM. Reason: Correction
03-16-24 | 02:17 PM
#399
Senior Member
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 961
Likes: 734
From: Santa Rosa, CA
Bikes: Bianchi Campione d'Italia, Lemond Poprad, Kona Hei Hei (converted to drop bars), Felt F1PR, Specialized Sequoia, various other projects
As a 62cm-bike-rider not in the area, what's there? Always good to torture myself knowing what I'm missing out on. 
03-16-24 | 02:22 PM
#400
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2022
Posts: 3,960
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From: Pac NW
Bikes: several Eddy Merz (ride like Eddy, braze like Jim!)
There is a 1st gen Nishiki with the hanger sawed off
several French bikes
ill report more next tue or wed
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"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."
"Leave the gun. Take the Colnagos."