Commuter Bicycle Pics
12-06-05 | 06:37 PM
#678
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Originally Posted by AD-SLE
Cyclaholic, thanks for the kind words. Glad to hear you have two sets of wheels! Of course, how silly of me to not think of that 
And the second set are 36, at least some things have not changed! You will have to forgive me, I am very dated with my bike info. Here is my dated bike. An old Austro Daimler in 60cm. Model is AD-SLE. Frame made in Austria by Puch. Wish is had some braze on's, not even a water bottle 
I got the frame at a college bike auction back in '82. Collected parts here and there and tried to upgrade as better parts came along. Now, being a corporate stiff, I don't mix with the "used bike/unloved bike/stripped city bike" scene anymore. I just don't know where the old bikes go. Stores here don't sell used bikes. They just have new bikes starting at $1,000 and up.
Hubs are one piece Normandy high flange made in France both front and back. Rear derailure is Suntour VGT-Lux, front is the original Huret. Brakes are original Diacomp. Front rim was a cast off Avaya and rear is the only part I bought which is a Wobler 58 + box of spokes. Tank of a rim as I made it up 4x for touring. Can't convert to 700cm wheels so they stay 27"...remember those? Brooks sadle with a Campy post that came off a discarded bike that was run over by a car at college. Just put on cheap Shimano SPD mtb pedals which is the most money I have in the bike. It works. Based on input here I got a Cateye TL-ED1000 on the back and just picked up a Pyramid Power Beam for the front which is VERY visiable in blink mode. And some trimbrite tossed on for good measure. I just want to get back and forth for low cost, low risk. If I ever spend money on a nice bike it will be for weekend club rides like your Surly Long Haul Trucker. But having become addicted to other hobbies, I can see how it would be easty to have a quality commuter!
She works! And if someone steals her, I'd be bummed but not out much money.
And the second set are 36, at least some things have not changed! You will have to forgive me, I am very dated with my bike info. Here is my dated bike. An old Austro Daimler in 60cm. Model is AD-SLE. Frame made in Austria by Puch. Wish is had some braze on's, not even a water bottle I got the frame at a college bike auction back in '82. Collected parts here and there and tried to upgrade as better parts came along. Now, being a corporate stiff, I don't mix with the "used bike/unloved bike/stripped city bike" scene anymore. I just don't know where the old bikes go. Stores here don't sell used bikes. They just have new bikes starting at $1,000 and up. Hubs are one piece Normandy high flange made in France both front and back. Rear derailure is Suntour VGT-Lux, front is the original Huret. Brakes are original Diacomp. Front rim was a cast off Avaya and rear is the only part I bought which is a Wobler 58 + box of spokes. Tank of a rim as I made it up 4x for touring. Can't convert to 700cm wheels so they stay 27"...remember those? Brooks sadle with a Campy post that came off a discarded bike that was run over by a car at college. Just put on cheap Shimano SPD mtb pedals which is the most money I have in the bike. It works. Based on input here I got a Cateye TL-ED1000 on the back and just picked up a Pyramid Power Beam for the front which is VERY visiable in blink mode. And some trimbrite tossed on for good measure. I just want to get back and forth for low cost, low risk. If I ever spend money on a nice bike it will be for weekend club rides like your Surly Long Haul Trucker. But having become addicted to other hobbies, I can see how it would be easty to have a quality commuter!
She works! And if someone steals her, I'd be bummed but not out much money.
I often see guys commuting on bikes like that and can't help but smile and think "there goes a real commuter, I bet he's got some interesting war stories from his years on the road"
12-06-05 | 08:48 PM
#679
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Originally Posted by AD-SLE
Cyclaholic, thanks for the kind words. Glad to hear you have two sets of wheels! Of course, how silly of me to not think of that And the second set are 36, at least some things have not changed! You will have to forgive me, I am very dated with my bike info. Here is my dated bike. An old Austro Daimler in 60cm. Model is AD-SLE. Frame made in Austria by Puch. Wish is had some braze on's, not even a water bottle I got the frame at a college bike auction back in '82. Collected parts here and there and tried to upgrade as better parts came along. Now, being a corporate stiff, I don't mix with the "used bike/unloved bike/stripped city bike" scene anymore. I just don't know where the old bikes go. Stores here don't sell used bikes. They just have new bikes starting at $1,000 and up.
Hubs are one piece Normandy high flange made in France both front and back. Rear derailure is Suntour VGT-Lux, front is the original Huret. Brakes are original Diacomp. Front rim was a cast off Avaya and rear is the only part I bought which is a Wobler 58 + box of spokes. Tank of a rim as I made it up 4x for touring. Can't convert to 700cm wheels so they stay 27"...remember those? Brooks sadle with a Campy post that came off a discarded bike that was run over by a car at college. Just put on cheap Shimano SPD mtb pedals which is the most money I have in the bike. It works. Based on input here I got a Cateye TL-ED1000 on the back and just picked up a Pyramid Power Beam for the front which is VERY visiable in blink mode. And some trimbrite tossed on for good measure. I just want to get back and forth for low cost, low risk. If I ever spend money on a nice bike it will be for weekend club rides like your Surly Long Haul Trucker. But having become addicted to other hobbies, I can see how it would be easty to have a quality commuter!
She works! And if someone steals her, I'd be bummed but not out much money.
And the second set are 36, at least some things have not changed! You will have to forgive me, I am very dated with my bike info. Here is my dated bike. An old Austro Daimler in 60cm. Model is AD-SLE. Frame made in Austria by Puch. Wish is had some braze on's, not even a water bottle I got the frame at a college bike auction back in '82. Collected parts here and there and tried to upgrade as better parts came along. Now, being a corporate stiff, I don't mix with the "used bike/unloved bike/stripped city bike" scene anymore. I just don't know where the old bikes go. Stores here don't sell used bikes. They just have new bikes starting at $1,000 and up. Hubs are one piece Normandy high flange made in France both front and back. Rear derailure is Suntour VGT-Lux, front is the original Huret. Brakes are original Diacomp. Front rim was a cast off Avaya and rear is the only part I bought which is a Wobler 58 + box of spokes. Tank of a rim as I made it up 4x for touring. Can't convert to 700cm wheels so they stay 27"...remember those? Brooks sadle with a Campy post that came off a discarded bike that was run over by a car at college. Just put on cheap Shimano SPD mtb pedals which is the most money I have in the bike. It works. Based on input here I got a Cateye TL-ED1000 on the back and just picked up a Pyramid Power Beam for the front which is VERY visiable in blink mode. And some trimbrite tossed on for good measure. I just want to get back and forth for low cost, low risk. If I ever spend money on a nice bike it will be for weekend club rides like your Surly Long Haul Trucker. But having become addicted to other hobbies, I can see how it would be easty to have a quality commuter!
She works! And if someone steals her, I'd be bummed but not out much money.
If it's a 22.0mm French fork, though, it may be tricky. https://www.sheldonbrown.com/velos.html#stem
12-07-05 | 08:45 AM
#680
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Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Baton Rouge area
Bikes: Cannondale, Trek, Cervelo and Santana
well, i finally decided to take pics of my commuter. here she is.... (hopefully)
My trek is used most of time... the cannondale is used only when i'm carrying a lite load(i have another set of rims for it with slicks)
i've added a couple of things... but, they are mostly stock.
My trek is used most of time... the cannondale is used only when i'm carrying a lite load(i have another set of rims for it with slicks)
i've added a couple of things... but, they are mostly stock.
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12-07-05 | 03:29 PM
#681
CRIKEY!!!!!!!
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 4,276
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From: all the way down under
Bikes: several
Originally Posted by Wheels4
well, i finally decided to take pics of my commuter. here she is.... (hopefully)
My trek is used most of time... the cannondale is used only when i'm carrying a lite load(i have another set of rims for it with slicks)
i've added a couple of things... but, they are mostly stock.
My trek is used most of time... the cannondale is used only when i'm carrying a lite load(i have another set of rims for it with slicks)
i've added a couple of things... but, they are mostly stock.
12-07-05 | 05:41 PM
#682
I ride to clear my mind
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 191
Likes: 8
From: Brooklyn NYC
Bikes: Dyno D500-Ribble Endurance AL (2019) Tigara
Originally Posted by mechBgon
GT Bravado LE, flash photograph to show the reflective tape
Flamethrower HID, Cateye Opticube and my amber blinkie
Full-size-drive forevar!! 11-30T cassette + 48-36-24 on my ancient XTR cranks. Yes, that crankarm was gloriously pearl-anodized once upon a time...
I just replaced the chain, cassette, big chainring, rear derailleur, and shift cables, which is why everything's so clean. I also added that Grunge Guard RD cover and slapped on my SRAM Nitecrawler seal for the rear-derailleur shift housing to keep water and dirt out. Once we've got snow and ice, I'll install my old IRC Blizzard studded tires.
Planned upgrade: get some Jandd Mini Mountain Panniers and install my old Blackburn LowRider front rack, so I don't have to carry weight on my back anymore.
12-07-05 | 05:43 PM
#683
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Posts: 373
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From: Baton Rouge area
Bikes: Cannondale, Trek, Cervelo and Santana
Originally Posted by Cyclaholic
What lights are those? they look like little Maglite torches!....nice color, very cool
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12-08-05 | 02:44 AM
#684
Neither rain, snow...
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 127
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From: Toronto, Canada
Mostly cheap (but well-maintained) parts, and I'm too lazy to crack the lockring on the freewheel, or replace the crankset (too much cash for what it's worth). Hence, it's a cheap single-speed MTB. I'd be upset if it were gone, though.
12-08-05 | 10:46 AM
#685
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Originally Posted by DynoD500_SR20-d
Your lighting is awesome. I am jealous of the fog light on the fork! I may copy that, you mind?
The difficult part is finding amber lights, though. That is a Cateye TL-LD170-F and I know Peter White Cycles still lists them, if you're looking for one. Otherwise Planet Bike makes a front blinkie with amber LEDs too.
12-08-05 | 06:33 PM
#686
CRIKEY!!!!!!!
Joined: May 2005
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From: all the way down under
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Originally Posted by Wheels4
thanks, they are maglites without the internals... i made my own lighting system using the "geek" homemade lighting system thread. one is a 20watt and the other is a 10watt. 2-5.5 hr runtime depending on what combo i use. (i'm proud of it)
I assume you're using MR16 globes? if so, are they a good fit in the maglites?
12-08-05 | 09:11 PM
#687
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Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 373
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From: Baton Rouge area
Bikes: Cannondale, Trek, Cervelo and Santana
actually, i'm using MR11 bulbs... they fit perfectly into the bulb shell that is already in there.
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12-09-05 | 07:37 PM
#688
CRIKEY!!!!!!!
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 4,276
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From: all the way down under
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I fitted some new SKS fenders in chrome finish, and my 36 spoke homebrew wheels with 28mm Conti Gatorskins back on.
Does it look ok?
Does it look ok?
Last edited by Cyclaholic; 12-09-05 at 11:25 PM.
12-10-05 | 05:16 PM
#689
Junior Member
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 132
Likes: 6
From: Hopkinton, NH
Bikes: Too many.
Looks all business....and I'm feeling better now that I see the 36 spoke wheels
If I had a bike with an eyelet for lowriders up front I would sure put a rack on. I read on eBay from some guy who claims to have bought up all the early design front racks that Blackburn has discontinued making them. The concept of distributing the weight and down low around the centrafugal center seems like a good idea vs. loading up the rear. But alas, I don't have the ability to mount them.
eBay item 7203303588. Too bad shipping for you would be more than the item. How is the summer going!
If I had a bike with an eyelet for lowriders up front I would sure put a rack on. I read on eBay from some guy who claims to have bought up all the early design front racks that Blackburn has discontinued making them. The concept of distributing the weight and down low around the centrafugal center seems like a good idea vs. loading up the rear. But alas, I don't have the ability to mount them.
eBay item 7203303588. Too bad shipping for you would be more than the item. How is the summer going!
12-11-05 | 11:43 AM
#691
Retro-nerd
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,638
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From: Morningside - Atlanta
Bikes: 1991 Serotta Colorado II, 1986 Vitus 979, 1971 Juene Classic, 2008 Surly Crosscheck, 1956 Riva Sport
Originally Posted by AndyGrow
Anyone else finding that there are a lot of pictures missing? Or is it just me?
On some of my previous posts I have found pictures missing.
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12-13-05 | 03:15 PM
#692
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Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 9,871
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From: BOSTON BABY
Originally Posted by AndyGrow
Anyone else finding that there are a lot of pictures missing? Or is it just me?
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12-16-05 | 11:20 AM
#693
59'er
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 3,307
Likes: 12
From: Alexandria, IN
Bikes: LeMond Maillot Jaune, Vintage Trek 520 (1985), 1976 Schwinn Voyageur 2, Miyata 1000 (1985)
Here's mine. I use it to go to work 13 miles. I'm going to put some fenders on it as soon as I research what type would work best. Any ideas?
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12-16-05 | 12:00 PM
#694
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Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 24,360
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From: Ohio
Bikes: Surly Big Dummy, Fuji World, 80ish Bianchi
Originally Posted by Mariner Fan
Here's mine. I use it to go to work 13 miles. I'm going to put some fenders on it as soon as I research what type would work best. Any ideas?
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
12-16-05 | 12:58 PM
#695
59'er
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 3,307
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From: Alexandria, IN
Bikes: LeMond Maillot Jaune, Vintage Trek 520 (1985), 1976 Schwinn Voyageur 2, Miyata 1000 (1985)
Originally Posted by chipcom
Planet Bike Hardcore Freddy Fenders. https://www.planetbike.com/fenders.html
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12-17-05 | 06:04 PM
#696
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Posts: 24,360
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From: Ohio
Bikes: Surly Big Dummy, Fuji World, 80ish Bianchi
I was playing around taking pics in the dark tonight. Do those Cateye LD1000s (on the saddlebag) put out some light or what?
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
Last edited by chipcom; 12-06-06 at 09:07 AM.
12-17-05 | 06:10 PM
#697
Macaws Rock!
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,513
Likes: 2
From: San Francisco, CA
Bikes: 2005 Soma Doublecross
Originally Posted by grolby
Of the website where a picture is hosted goes down, or the person removes the picture, or the address of the picture changes, you're going to be missing the picture! Happens fairly often in a thread as old as this one. Most of the newer ones are here, but it is kind of sad that I can't see a lot of the older photos .
.Bummer.
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12-18-05 | 05:19 AM
#698
Olé Olé Olé Olé T-C...N-J
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 464
Likes: 0
From: The Dark Forest of Ewing (New Jersey)
Bikes: 1985 Trek 620, 2005 Cannondale R700
Originally Posted by chipcom
I was playing around taking pics in the dark tonight. Do those Cateye LD1000s (on the saddlebag) put out some light or what?
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12-23-05 | 05:06 PM
#699
I'm Melting.....
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 336
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From: Chandler, AZ
Bikes: Like everyone else, this changes from time to time.
Originally Posted by michaelnel
That's not why they're missing. Joe is having problems with the new server and he removed all the attachments, and is not sure he can restore them.
Bummer.
Bummer.
Scattante XRL frame set with-
Ultegra brifters, brakes, BB, dbl front and 9spd rear DR's, 12-25 cassette
Weyless Team CF 175mm double cranksent
Dean Ti seatpost
Shimano PD540 SPD SL pedals
Ritchey wheels
Bontrager tires
3t HB's
Supergo 20W headlight, HB tape
White blinky next to HL
Performance stem, clamp on rack, trunk bag
Performance Forte SLX Saddle
Sigma Sport computer
CD cages
3 rear blinkies on seatpost, bag, helmet
A lot of this stuff was cannibalized off of my "old" commuter- a Cannondale 2.8 frame build which my wife had named the "Banana bike". This new one I call the "silver bullet"
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12-25-05 | 03:59 PM
#700
59'er
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 3,307
Likes: 12
From: Alexandria, IN
Bikes: LeMond Maillot Jaune, Vintage Trek 520 (1985), 1976 Schwinn Voyageur 2, Miyata 1000 (1985)
Originally Posted by chipcom
I was playing around taking pics in the dark tonight. Do those Cateye LD1000s (on the saddlebag) put out some light or what? 
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