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the sci guy 12-12-15 11:12 AM

So I took the rack off my old Raleigh, and have been loving riding it even more. It's cooler out now so I don't mind wearing a messenger bag or a backpack.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/600/23...de1bd2_z_d.jpg

I have since changed bar tape, and leveled the bars off as well.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/649/23...be16a5_z_d.jpg

Also got a new headlight & tail light. I replaced my PDW Radbot 1000 with a Cygolite Hotshot (mostly because I got sick of replacing AAA batteries and instead of just going out the light would just dim and be useless), and because I wanted to keep my Cygolite Metro 400 on my other commuter, I ordered a Cygolite Dash 450 for this bike. Working well so far.
https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5679/2...04028f_z_d.jpg

Contemplated switching from the TT brake levers to regular small brake levers next to the stem (like you find on most SS and fixie) - sometimes the reach is just too much.

Brentone 12-13-15 09:39 AM

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My recently completed Stijl ti über commuter. I've added an EdeluxII headlight and B&M toplight plus taillight and taped the rest of the handlebars since these pics were taken. It is a self-indulgent dream come true!
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493105http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493106

noglider 12-13-15 10:15 AM

[MENTION=336334]the sci guy[/MENTION], freewheel or fixed?

[MENTION=417225]Brentone[/MENTION], tell us more!

the sci guy 12-13-15 10:22 AM


Originally Posted by noglider (Post 18386071)
@the sci guy, freewheel or fixed?

Freewheel

Brentone 12-13-15 10:29 AM

[MENTION=152773]noglider[/MENTION] [MENTION=336334]the sci guy[/MENTION]

Rohloff igh, cinq5 thumb shifters for Rohloff.
Schmidt Son front hub
Formula hydraulic discs, Paul cranks



For some reason, addt'l pic files keep getting an upload error from forum. Could be iPad... Will try from computer later.

cccorlew 12-13-15 08:05 PM

This is simply stunning. If if didn't exude practicality I'd say you shouldn't let it touch the ground. What a delight your commute is sure to be. I hope you can keep it in your office and never let it leave your sight.



Originally Posted by Brentone (Post 18386005)
My recently completed Stijl ti über commuter. I've added an EdeluxII headlight and B&M toplight plus taillight and taped the rest of the handlebars since these pics were taken. It is a self-indulgent dream come true!
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493105http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493106


Brentone 12-13-15 08:18 PM


Originally Posted by cccorlew (Post 18387163)
This is simply stunning. If if didn't exude practicality I'd say you shouldn't let it touch the ground. What a delight your commute is sure to be. I hope you can keep it in your office and never let it leave your sight.


cccorlew,
thanks, that's very kind. I know, the closer it came to completion, the more I and those involved questioned ever using it. It is so very functional and was dreamt-up to be used so I cannot help myself and it truly is a forever bike. and, yes, it will be stored in the locking closet in my office!

MileHighMark 12-13-15 09:14 PM

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New rack (Pass & Stow) and porteur bag (RuthWorks):

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493209

AlmostTrick 12-13-15 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Brentone (Post 18386005)
My recently completed Stijl ti über commuter. I've added an EdeluxII headlight and B&M toplight plus taillight and taped the rest of the handlebars since these pics were taken. It is a self-indulgent dream come true!
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493105http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493106

Sweet bike. Immediately reminded me of the original Ford GT color scheme.

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493211

Brentone 12-13-15 09:27 PM

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http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493214Definitely Gulf-inspired! More Porsche 917... The painter actually got the correct paint codes from Porsche Motorsport for accuracy.

AlmostTrick 12-13-15 10:11 PM


Originally Posted by Brentone (Post 18387361)
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=493214Definitely Gulf-inspired! More Porsche 917... The painter actually got the correct paint codes from Porsche Motorsport for accuracy.

Agreed! I had not remembered those cars.

PatrickGSR94 12-14-15 12:13 AM

While not quite as nice as [MENTION=417225]Brentone[/MENTION], my trusty road commuter got a long overdue deep clean this weekend consisting of full disassembly and cleaning of the entire drivetrain, plus installation of a new KMC chain (3rd chain on this bike). The bike is about to hit 9,000 miles.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...psnjo6ha5s.jpg

Brentone 12-14-15 06:06 AM

[MENTION=301784]PatrickGSR94[/MENTION]
That's a good looking bike (and chain!), congrats on putting it to such good use.

arsprod 12-14-15 08:28 AM


Originally Posted by Brentone (Post 18386005)
My recently completed Stijl ti über commuter. I've added an EdeluxII headlight and B&M toplight plus taillight and taped the rest of the handlebars since these pics were taken. It is a self-indulgent dream come true!

That is cool!

10 Wheels 12-14-15 08:30 AM


Originally Posted by PatrickGSR94 (Post 18387597)
While not quite as nice as [MENTION=417225]Brentone[/MENTION], my trusty road commuter got a long overdue deep clean this weekend consisting of full disassembly and cleaning of the entire drivetrain, plus installation of a new KMC chain (3rd chain on this bike). The bike is about to hit 9,000 miles.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...psnjo6ha5s.jpg

Nice Felt...Happy Miles to you.

10 Wheels 12-14-15 08:33 AM


Originally Posted by 1nterceptor (Post 18379368)
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5754/...7c800541d2.jpgLights on my Brompton by 1nterceptor, on Flickr

Lezyne Mega Drive on handlebars, Cygolite Hotshot Micro and Hotshot Pro on seatpost, NiteRider Lumina Flare 650 front and rear light on helmet.

Nice Pic...

butzlightbeer 12-15-15 11:59 AM

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Here's my '93 Fisher Calydon that I built last month to replace my Giant TCX I was using ( I wanted to put it back to cyclocross use). I mostly built it because I was enamored with that weird rear derailleur. I've ridden it a couple of times to work and it's a bit of a tank, but it's fun. I modified with the stem adapter/ bars/ and bar end shifters.

RubeRad 12-15-15 12:05 PM

Wow, chainstay-mounted RD, that's a new on one me! Does it work well?

PatrickGSR94 12-15-15 12:49 PM

SunTour S-1 derailleur (S120)

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vi...untour-s1.html

TenSpeedV2 12-16-15 12:32 AM


Originally Posted by PatrickGSR94 (Post 18387597)
While not quite as nice as @Brentone, my trusty road commuter got a long overdue deep clean this weekend consisting of full disassembly and cleaning of the entire drivetrain, plus installation of a new KMC chain (3rd chain on this bike). The bike is about to hit 9,000 miles.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...psnjo6ha5s.jpg

Nice Felt!! Love the color scheme and the color matched wheels. Nicely done!

PatrickGSR94 12-16-15 08:38 AM


Originally Posted by TenSpeedV2 (Post 18392888)
Nice Felt!! Love the color scheme and the color matched wheels. Nicely done!

Thanks, the wheels weren't totally intentional. I usually like more subdued wheel logos but these happened to work with the bike. I noticed that the new versions of these Corsa Lite wheels are much more subdued on the decals.

cccorlew 12-16-15 10:21 AM

This bike is in the process of being replaced. Apparently having bikes against trucks doesn't do well for the bike.

I sometimes use the trailer if I have too much stuff to carry. On truck day I left it at home. Oh, I'm fine, just bruised. The bike is totaled.But I have a new bike ordered. Life is good.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/573/2...03564f47_z.jpg
Travoy trailer on my commuter bike
by curtis corlew, on Flickr

Hermes1 12-16-15 10:26 AM

Ok I'll throw my hat into the ring, here is my only bike for now I am commuting on.http://i809.photobucket.com/albums/z...pssxxeltdm.jpg

RubeRad 12-16-15 10:40 AM


Originally Posted by cccorlew (Post 18393555)
This bike is in the process of being replaced. Apparently having bikes against trucks doesn't do well for the bike.

I sometimes use the trailer if I have too much stuff to carry. On truck day I left it at home. Oh, I'm fine, just bruised. The bike is totaled.But I have a new bike ordered. Life is good.

Glad you're ok, was that Ti? Are you getting the same thing again?

That Travoy system looks pretty sweet. On the Burley website I only see a seatpost hitch, did you just ziptie to your rack or something?

EDIT never mind, I found the accessories page with the rack-mount.

PatrickGSR94 12-16-15 11:27 AM


Originally Posted by RubeRad (Post 18393619)
Glad you're ok, was that Ti? Are you getting the same thing again?

Looks like a painted Motobecane frame. Unless they have Ti frames, I don't know.


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