Making a Path/Racer?
12-20-10 | 02:57 PM
#51
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Hi guys I'm thinking about turning my '73 Dawes Galaxy into a path/racer (I know maybe not the right term, but lets not open that can of worms again).
Is there a good how to site for converting it to a SS/fixed gear? There will be no kittens hurt during this conversion. Also not sure if I want to go fixed or SS. I thought I would get you guys opinion on which to go with.
Is there a good how to site for converting it to a SS/fixed gear? There will be no kittens hurt during this conversion. Also not sure if I want to go fixed or SS. I thought I would get you guys opinion on which to go with.
I'm currently setting up a Reynolds 531 frame with a S3X hub. I had considered the S2C hub, but I've really taken to fixed gear riding.
12-20-10 | 03:25 PM
#52
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Bikes: 1917 Loomis, 1923 Rudge, 1930 Hercules Renown, 1947 Mclean, 1948 JA Holland, 1955 Hetchins, 1957 Carlton Flyer, 1962 Raleigh Sport, 1978&81 Raleigh Gomp GS', 2010 Raliegh Clubman
+1 on the fixed gear- fun and a nice period touch
12-21-10 | 05:56 PM
#53
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I am all for adopting "scorcher" as a catch-all term for this particular type of retro-styled bike. Love it, in fact.
I want to reiterate my first post in this thread and agree with CJL: the Galaxy is a nearly perfect candidate for the type of build you're thinking of. Please please ignore all the fighting, complete your build and post pictures of it!
CJL: What kind of handlebars are you thinking? Normal drops or are you going for the old-school look discussed in this thread? I've been thinking about an S3X build for awhile so I'm trying to gather inspiration.
Maybe the crappy stripped down 3 speed with the bars flipped updside down version can be called a "nuovo path racer". 
But I actually think co-opting another historical term, "scorcher" is a better and more relevant moniker. This also conjures up the romantic image up tearing up hard-pack gravel trails, laughing wildly like Snidely Whiplash, and scaring the petticoats off gentle women out for a Sunday buggy ride.
But I actually think co-opting another historical term, "scorcher" is a better and more relevant moniker. This also conjures up the romantic image up tearing up hard-pack gravel trails, laughing wildly like Snidely Whiplash, and scaring the petticoats off gentle women out for a Sunday buggy ride.Excellent candidate. As for SS versus fixed, it's all preference. Firstly, a flip flop (SS/Fixed) hub lets you have both options. I urge you to try riding fixed. If you don't have particularly sensitive knees or ankles it's a lot of fun. After building up an old frame with a flip flop hub and never even using the freewheel side.
I'm currently setting up a Reynolds 531 frame with a S3X hub. I had considered the S2C hub, but I've really taken to fixed gear riding.
I'm currently setting up a Reynolds 531 frame with a S3X hub. I had considered the S2C hub, but I've really taken to fixed gear riding.
CJL: What kind of handlebars are you thinking? Normal drops or are you going for the old-school look discussed in this thread? I've been thinking about an S3X build for awhile so I'm trying to gather inspiration.
12-22-10 | 10:43 AM
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Edited to add
I am all for adopting "scorcher" as a catch-all term for this particular type of retro-styled bike. Love it, in fact.
I want to reiterate my first post in this thread and agree with CJL: the Galaxy is a nearly perfect candidate for the type of build you're thinking of. Please please ignore all the fighting, complete your build and post pictures of it!
CJL: What kind of handlebars are you thinking? Normal drops or are you going for the old-school look discussed in this thread? I've been thinking about an S3X build for awhile so I'm trying to gather inspiration.
I am all for adopting "scorcher" as a catch-all term for this particular type of retro-styled bike. Love it, in fact.
I want to reiterate my first post in this thread and agree with CJL: the Galaxy is a nearly perfect candidate for the type of build you're thinking of. Please please ignore all the fighting, complete your build and post pictures of it!
CJL: What kind of handlebars are you thinking? Normal drops or are you going for the old-school look discussed in this thread? I've been thinking about an S3X build for awhile so I'm trying to gather inspiration.
I've got my idea of what I want to do. I really wanted to go cheap on this but I've changed my mind and I'm going buy some stuff I don't have in the garage. But I think it will turn out a little better. I've decided to the Soma Lauterwasser bars. Anyone ridden these bars before that can comment on the comfort level? This will not be an all day rider but I also don't it to be a unbearable.
Thanks
Mutt
12-23-10 | 10:15 PM
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I read somewhere, about a year ago, that a scorcher was someone who could put in a certain average in a race. I think the distance was 20 miles in the hour.
You also need to wear your peaked cap backwards!
I also think it is a good term, but again we are misappropriating an older word with a specific meaning. But that is the evolution of the English language.. just look at the change in meaning of the word 'gay'..
You also need to wear your peaked cap backwards!
I also think it is a good term, but again we are misappropriating an older word with a specific meaning. But that is the evolution of the English language.. just look at the change in meaning of the word 'gay'..
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