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12-02-22, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Brad L
A friend sent me the contact for a gentleman in a small town outside Houston who wanted to get rid his cycling equipment. He’s now 75 years old, has a bad hip, and hasn’t ridden in over ten years. If he couldn’t find someone to pick it up, it was headed to the dump.
Left to right is a custom Hujsak with Columbus KL tubing and Campy components, a Swiss-made Ochsner with Campagnolo components, a Trek 400 Series with Suntour, and a Bianchi Axis cyclocross bike.
Among the loose parts are Suntour components (several NOS), a Silca floor pump, a Park tool kit, and a full box of Tressostar bar tape.
It’ll take me a while to clean and date everything, but it’ll certainly keep me busy this winter
Left to right is a custom Hujsak with Columbus KL tubing and Campy components, a Swiss-made Ochsner with Campagnolo components, a Trek 400 Series with Suntour, and a Bianchi Axis cyclocross bike.
Among the loose parts are Suntour components (several NOS), a Silca floor pump, a Park tool kit, and a full box of Tressostar bar tape.
It’ll take me a while to clean and date everything, but it’ll certainly keep me busy this winter
12-02-22, 06:50 PM
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Originally Posted by curbtender
Nice haul. Now you need to get all the stories from the rider.
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12-02-22, 07:30 PM
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Brad L That Bianchi looks to have a Suntour Command group. Very cool.
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Originally Posted by Dylansbob
Brad L That Bianchi looks to have a Suntour Command group. Very cool.
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12-05-22, 09:41 AM
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Found this forlorn Grand Jubile. The paint looks like a '75 but the dropout appears to be a standard Campagnolo. The condition is a little rough, so I'm glad I don't have to consider finding a Huret group for this.
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12-05-22, 09:48 AM
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Cool -- but what's the story? Pics only make one curious! 
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Originally Posted by JulesCW
Cool -- but what's the story? Pics only make one curious!
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12-05-22, 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Brad L
. He bought the Ochsner used even though it was too large for him. He rode the Ochsner until he had the Hujsak custom built.
12-20-22, 07:50 PM
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Beautiful painted fenders from a non profit,
that are an almost perfect match for this, got 2 pair, the other pair will go great on another project, $20 a set. Not perfect but in great shape.
And my first Swift from BTD bargain bin, $100
that are an almost perfect match for this, got 2 pair, the other pair will go great on another project, $20 a set. Not perfect but in great shape.
And my first Swift from BTD bargain bin, $100
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12-26-22, 04:49 PM
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I snapped up a vintage road bike b4 Christmas, a Yokota, made in Taiwan, men's model name Discovery! It's yellow color and made of chromoly. Has index rear shifting, hodge-podge of parts, Araya 700c greyish-brown color rims. Anyone know from what year / era it might be? I'm guessing 1987-ish (?) Could someone please direct me to some info about or photos of that model? I'm hoping there's a catalog or sales brochure out in cyberspace that I can download.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. 😊
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12-26-22, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverSteve
I snapped up a vintage road bike b4 Christmas, a Yokota, made in Taiwan, men's model name Discovery! It's yellow color and made of chromoly. Has index rear shifting, hodge-podge of parts, Araya 700c greyish-brown color rims. Anyone know from what year / era it might be? I'm guessing 1987-ish (?) Could someone please direct me to some info about or photos of that model? I'm hoping there's a catalog or sales brochure out in cyberspace that I can download.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. 😊
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. 😊
12-27-22, 04:07 PM
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I had a Yokota Discovery, yellow/white model many moons ago. As I recall it was loaded with Shimano Exage Sport components. I think it was late 80's (88-90 ish). Nice lugged cromoly frame with 700c wheels. I didn't (and still don't) get along well with drop bar road bikes so I moved it on after riding it a little bit. I'd like to see some pics if pssible....
12-30-22, 04:51 PM
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My mom's neighbor sold their home and the new tenants (who aren't in permanently, yet) left this out on the curb for the garbage man. With permission, I harvested it:
A 1998 Trek 8000. There are some ugly dents in the top tube and down tube, and I'll never ride this thing (a proper arse up head down 90's mtb racing position), but I figured its at least worth some parts. Like the XT M737 rear derailleur and V brakes, LX 8 speed shifters, and Avid brake levers. Wheels seem decent as well, notwithstanding the radial lace front.... Probably strip parts and donate to the local collective.
A 1998 Trek 8000. There are some ugly dents in the top tube and down tube, and I'll never ride this thing (a proper arse up head down 90's mtb racing position), but I figured its at least worth some parts. Like the XT M737 rear derailleur and V brakes, LX 8 speed shifters, and Avid brake levers. Wheels seem decent as well, notwithstanding the radial lace front.... Probably strip parts and donate to the local collective.
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'81 Centurion Super Elite
Just got home, picked this up from an hour away. Seller is moving across the country tomorrow so dropped his price by half. I couldn't resist....
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12-31-22, 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Smokinapankake
My mom's neighbor sold their home and the new tenants (who aren't in permanently, yet) left this out on the curb for the garbage man. With permission, I harvested it:
A 1998 Trek 8000. There are some ugly dents in the top tube and down tube, and I'll never ride this thing (a proper arse up head down 90's mtb racing position), but I figured its at least worth some parts. Like the XT M737 rear derailleur and V brakes, LX 8 speed shifters, and Avid brake levers. Wheels seem decent as well, notwithstanding the radial lace front.... Probably strip parts and donate to the local collective.
A 1998 Trek 8000. There are some ugly dents in the top tube and down tube, and I'll never ride this thing (a proper arse up head down 90's mtb racing position), but I figured its at least worth some parts. Like the XT M737 rear derailleur and V brakes, LX 8 speed shifters, and Avid brake levers. Wheels seem decent as well, notwithstanding the radial lace front.... Probably strip parts and donate to the local collective.
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Nothing like strong smooth Fuji steel! $40 for this beast this morning! My new year's present. 1978 Fuji S-10S.
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12-31-22, 05:20 PM
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Catch of the year, I'm not buying another bike the rest of the year. 1972 Raleigh Competition. Definitely didn't steal it but I'm happy just the same.
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Originally Posted by Murray Missile
Catch of the year, I'm not buying another bike the rest of the year. 1972 Raleigh Competition. Definitely didn't steal it but I'm happy just the same.
Best, Ben
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Mixed up Mixte - picked up cheap from a local flipper
Odd collection of parts - Brooks saddle (ladies B17S) and grips (both currently wet, as bought), Campagnolo Xenon Brakes, Shimano BL-R440 brake levers , Campagnolo 10spd Veloce Crank, claw hanger - Shimano rear derailleur, Shimano Z401 stem shifter, No front derailleur, Nitto stem, unknown bars? MKS Sylvan pedals, Specialized water bottle cage (headed to a my 87' Sirrus), 27" nutted chromed steel rims/generic hubs? assuming it is a repaint - no decals
Odd collection of parts - Brooks saddle (ladies B17S) and grips (both currently wet, as bought), Campagnolo Xenon Brakes, Shimano BL-R440 brake levers , Campagnolo 10spd Veloce Crank, claw hanger - Shimano rear derailleur, Shimano Z401 stem shifter, No front derailleur, Nitto stem, unknown bars? MKS Sylvan pedals, Specialized water bottle cage (headed to a my 87' Sirrus), 27" nutted chromed steel rims/generic hubs? assuming it is a repaint - no decals
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Originally Posted by SoCaled
Mixed up Mixte - picked up cheap from a local flipper
Odd collection of parts - Brooks saddle (ladies B17S) and grips (both currently wet, as bought), Campagnolo Xenon Brakes, Shimano BL-R440 brake levers , Campagnolo 10spd Veloce Crank, claw hanger - Shimano rear derailleur, Shimano Z401 stem shifter, No front derailleur, Nitto stem, unknown bars? MKS Sylvan pedals, Specialized water bottle cage (headed to a my 87' Sirrus), 27" nutted chromed steel rims/generic hubs? assuming it is a repaint - no decals
Odd collection of parts - Brooks saddle (ladies B17S) and grips (both currently wet, as bought), Campagnolo Xenon Brakes, Shimano BL-R440 brake levers , Campagnolo 10spd Veloce Crank, claw hanger - Shimano rear derailleur, Shimano Z401 stem shifter, No front derailleur, Nitto stem, unknown bars? MKS Sylvan pedals, Specialized water bottle cage (headed to a my 87' Sirrus), 27" nutted chromed steel rims/generic hubs? assuming it is a repaint - no decals
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12-31-22, 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Murray Missile
Catch of the year, I'm not buying another bike the rest of the year. 1972 Raleigh Competition. Definitely didn't steal it but I'm happy just the same.
LOL...said on 12/31. Well played.
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Originally Posted by AdventureManCO
LOL...said on 12/31. Well played.
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Just remember that Jewelry always fits and never gets returned! Smiles, MH
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Originally Posted by Mad Honk
Just remember that Jewelry always fits and never gets returned! Smiles, MH
Best, Ben
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Ben,
Yes I am on a first name basis with the owners of the shop "Gold Casters". There was an inventory list but it was discontinued when it got longer than my rap sheet. And one kid at the counter asked if one item was 'real' with eyes as big as pie plates. I reassured him it was indeed 'real' and let him know that 3.2 carats is not that big, but he was pretty incredulous non the less.
The other shop in town closed because the owner retired, and now I don't have anyone to work on my 50 year old automatic watches. The "War Department" liked that shop owner better and shopped there quite frequently, If gold keeps going up I may be forced to sell off a frame or two to keep the noise down to a loud roar. Smiles, MH
Yes I am on a first name basis with the owners of the shop "Gold Casters". There was an inventory list but it was discontinued when it got longer than my rap sheet. And one kid at the counter asked if one item was 'real' with eyes as big as pie plates. I reassured him it was indeed 'real' and let him know that 3.2 carats is not that big, but he was pretty incredulous non the less.
The other shop in town closed because the owner retired, and now I don't have anyone to work on my 50 year old automatic watches. The "War Department" liked that shop owner better and shopped there quite frequently, If gold keeps going up I may be forced to sell off a frame or two to keep the noise down to a loud roar. Smiles, MH
