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12-11-12, 04:53 AM
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12-11-12, 07:50 AM
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Nice video Omiak. I don't think I could handle that traffic myself.
12-11-12, 08:40 AM
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12-11-12, 09:41 AM
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12-11-12, 09:48 AM
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interesting, however, i'm not so excited by the belt drive and the lack of dynamo.
also, i can't watch the video
also, i can't watch the video
12-11-12, 11:04 AM
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The bike is a Civilian Corduroy Rebel. It came stock with:
- Shimano Alfine 8 internal gear hub
- Gates Carbon Belt Drive
- Tektro Lyra disc brakes
Aftermarket gear I've added:
- Schwalbe Delta Cruiser brown tires
- VO Hammered fenders
- Brooks B17 honey saddle
- Niterider Lumina 650 headlight
- Crane Brass Headset Spacer bell
- Minoura Besso front fork headlight mount
- VO Retro water bottle cage (with brown elkhide leathers)
- Klean Kanteen stainless bottle w/bamboo top
- Lezyne Road Drive M pump w/pressure gauge hose
- MKS Touring pedals
- Civia Bryant chain guard (custom cut and fitted by me)
- Naborsa leather saddle bag
- Spanninga Pixeo fender mount tail light
- Tubus Locc rear rack (built in mounts for Abus locks)
- Abus X-Plus 54 Granit lock w/TexKF mounting system
- Portland Design Works Danger Zone tail light
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12-11-12, 11:06 AM
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A dynamo hub will be in the future for my next bike for sure. The idea behind this bike was to aim for a somewhat retro look, but with every modern commuting convenience. Going full on retro next go-around though!
12-11-12, 11:37 AM
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Owlicks, that's gorgeous! Perhaps just a bit too precious for my tastes, but damn, that's a handsome, impressive, steed! You should ride it proudly.
12-11-12, 12:47 PM
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Owlicks - that's a beautiful bike. You've done everything right. I wouldn't be terribly concerned about the lack of dynamo if purely aesthetic purposes are concerned.
12-11-12, 01:33 PM
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It's never too late to switch to dynamo power. I've added it to my 1990's Bianchi Volpe SUV.
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12-11-12, 02:01 PM
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Oldie, but a goodie.
Here's my 1984 Trek 620 I would commute with, but currently entirely disassembled on my basement floor. She's getting some new parts and a new paintjob
630 by azwethinkweiz47, on Flickr
630 by azwethinkweiz47, on Flickr
12-11-12, 07:11 PM
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12-11-12, 07:25 PM
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Here's my 1984 Trek 620 I would commute with, but currently entirely disassembled on my basement floor. She's getting some new parts and a new paintjob
630 by azwethinkweiz47, on Flickr
630 by azwethinkweiz47, on Flickr
Gorgeous. What was the catalyst for the paint job? It looks great in the photo.
12-11-12, 09:34 PM
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+2. Any commuter bike I build up in the future will have a dynohub. My current ride, a Bianchi Valle, has spoiled me.
12-11-12, 09:42 PM
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Never heard of Civilian but those are some great looking bikes. After looking at the website I'm contemplating the SS Luddite mountain bike.
Here goes:
The bike is a Civilian Corduroy Rebel. It came stock with:
Aftermarket gear I've added:
The bike is a Civilian Corduroy Rebel. It came stock with:
- Shimano Alfine 8 internal gear hub
- Gates Carbon Belt Drive
- Tektro Lyra disc brakes
Aftermarket gear I've added:
- Schwalbe Delta Cruiser brown tires
- VO Hammered fenders
- Brooks B17 honey saddle
- Niterider Lumina 650 headlight
- Crane Brass Headset Spacer bell
- Minoura Besso front fork headlight mount
- VO Retro water bottle cage (with brown elkhide leathers)
- Klean Kanteen stainless bottle w/bamboo top
- Lezyne Road Drive M pump w/pressure gauge hose
- MKS Touring pedals
- Civia Bryant chain guard (custom cut and fitted by me)
- Naborsa leather saddle bag
- Spanninga Pixeo fender mount tail light
- Tubus Locc rear rack (built in mounts for Abus locks)
- Abus X-Plus 54 Granit lock w/TexKF mounting system
- Portland Design Works Danger Zone tail light
12-11-12, 10:45 PM
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12-11-12, 10:53 PM
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I've been finding places in my area to properly sandblast and powdercoat.
My inspiration: https://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdn...ing-bike01.jpg
But, i really really do love that blue....sigh, decisions!
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12-12-12, 12:21 PM
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My new Vaya on the way to work
The last of the 2012 orange paint. I totally lucked out finding this one heavily discounted, (Thanksgiving weekend), the vanilla white color of the '13 models is a highly undesirable color for me.
12-12-12, 02:20 PM
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I guess I could've said, "why repaint?" - the catalyst thing was aimed at getting to what caused/inspired you to consider a re-paint, and you've answered it. Thanks! I agree it does look really nice as is, and it would be a tough decision to change it. The linked pic is really cool, too. I personally would keep the Trek as is and perhaps have a side project to create something like the linked bike from a salvaged or cheap CL find - a decent bike that just needs some love.
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12-12-12, 03:40 PM
always rides with luggage
What size are those Conti TourRides?
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