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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 47,166
Posted By OldsCOOL

A 1977 Colnago I acquired from the builder 9yrs...

A 1977 Colnago I acquired from the builder 9yrs ago. It was a fun restore and cleanup, a joy to ride.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 465,570
Posted By OldsCOOL

1988 Criterium Series. Built frame up to fit me...

1988 Criterium Series. Built frame up to fit me perfectly. Nothing rides like it. Totally intuitive. This is the 11th season. Still my main roadie.
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-31-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,801
Posted By OldsCOOL

Most of the 20-34’s locally are MTB riders. Not...

Most of the 20-34’s locally are MTB riders. Not many of us roadies, most of these few are bike path riders dodging strollers and pedestrians.

Night riding? Love it. Here in northern Michigan I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 07:28 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 63,580
Posted By OldsCOOL

Me and the dawg. Meet Cooper a papered Standard...

Me and the dawg. Meet Cooper a papered Standard Poodle in Partie coloration.


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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-09-23, 01:58 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,822
Posted By OldsCOOL

I ride alone…yeahhh, all by myself. When I ride...

I ride alone…yeahhh, all by myself. When I ride alone I prefer to be by myself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-23, 01:46 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,973
Posted By OldsCOOL

8 years ago I drove 550mi round trip to buy a ‘77...

8 years ago I drove 550mi round trip to buy a ‘77 Colnago Super. Restored it within 2 weeks and been enjoying it ever since.

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,178
Posted By OldsCOOL

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‘88 Cannondale Criterium Series. I only ride the racers. Even the 1898 Glenwood...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-23, 07:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,022
Posted By OldsCOOL

I was out last week for a short hilly ride when...

I was out last week for a short hilly ride when it was 86deg here in northern Michigan. I should have known better than to do hills on a first ride and almost 90deg. Why? It’s those 3 H’s that are my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 07:51 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,354
Posted By OldsCOOL

Very cool Colnago, love that blue with chrome. I...

Very cool Colnago, love that blue with chrome. I have restored and enjoyed a ‘77 Super going on 9 seasons. The cool factor does it for me. It is a crowd pleaser and also garners the haters out in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m riding the 88 Cannondale Criterium Series...

I’m riding the 88 Cannondale Criterium Series most of the time on open road rides. Sold that Centurion a while back, it was too heavy for me. A novelty bike. The ‘89 PRE has been refurbed and given...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-23, 05:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By OldsCOOL

Happy miles on your ride, hoping all goes well....

Happy miles on your ride, hoping all goes well. Good seeing you on your Grubb! Take an extra or two tires with you. I use high pressure in mine as well.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,527
Posted By OldsCOOL

I think it’s awesome you are riding witha young...

I think it’s awesome you are riding witha young group! I’d suggest 2 simple and effective helps. First, weight reduction. Remove tools you don’t need or have to keep. Use your phone for breakdowns,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,041
Posted By OldsCOOL

Very cool DD, that is weight weenie heaven!!

Very cool DD, that is weight weenie heaven!!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-12-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,168
Posted By OldsCOOL

My lightest bike is a Trek 760 with full 531...

My lightest bike is a Trek 760 with full 531 frame and tubular wheelset. It weighs 19lbs and just scoots when hammered. And today it would be considered heavy. Get the bike that turns you on or you...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-09-23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By OldsCOOL

Being 65, I still get a kick out of trending...

Being 65, I still get a kick out of trending faster. That’s always a good sign. Never have I heard someone say “oh crap I’m getting faster!”. Strava is a useful tool though is getting more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,113
Posted By OldsCOOL

Beautiful. Being a bit biased as a Classic Trek...

Beautiful. Being a bit biased as a Classic Trek fanatic and owning several…Lenore is lovely.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-06-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,062
Posted By OldsCOOL

Overall body fitness. I’m 65 and can feel the...

Overall body fitness. I’m 65 and can feel the muscle groups the next day or two. Cardio is enhanced so much so it is noticeable when I’m doing other tasks. Sense of well-being is enhanced, moods are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-22, 05:37 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 74,558
Posted By OldsCOOL

On the 9th season and still loving this ride....

On the 9th season and still loving this ride. When you find a perfect fit to your riding style, body type, nothing else can compare. Looking forward to blazing up the fog line.

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-22, 07:58 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,007
Posted By OldsCOOL

I ride alone, yeahhhhh all by myself…

I ride alone, yeahhhhh all by myself…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-22, 09:36 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 16,082
Posted By OldsCOOL

I finally broke down and bought a Trek helmet 11...

I finally broke down and bought a Trek helmet 11 years ago. How I survived I’ll never know.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-22, 06:24 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,503
Posted By OldsCOOL

‘77 Colnago Super, obtained and restored 7yrs ago...

‘77 Colnago Super, obtained and restored 7yrs ago from original owner/builder and was raced against the big guys (Greg Lemond as my friend likes to mention).

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-22, 10:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,679
Posted By OldsCOOL

I like to get around our small town, visit folks...

I like to get around our small town, visit folks at the lake and riverside but really isn’t a ride, it’s lifestyle. For me, a ride is getting out on the open road with an objective. I still like to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-02-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,064
Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m a fan of vintage Colnago bikes, I have a ‘77...

I’m a fan of vintage Colnago bikes, I have a ‘77 but what is a 105 group doing on this?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-28-22, 06:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,120
Posted By OldsCOOL

I spent much of the winter out on a lake like...

I spent much of the winter out on a lake like that, only I was catching fish. Can’t wait for next week’s warmth to come in.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,672
Posted By OldsCOOL

Great job!

Great job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-22, 09:02 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,608
Posted By OldsCOOL

Nothing too fancy, just a slice of Americana....

Nothing too fancy, just a slice of Americana. 1986 Trek 760.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-22, 06:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,734
Posted By OldsCOOL

I recall Hodaka making MX/Enduro bikes in the...

I recall Hodaka making MX/Enduro bikes in the early ‘70s. One of which they called the Combat Wombat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 03:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,220
Posted By OldsCOOL

They are a loyal bunch! My ‘77 Super grabs...

They are a loyal bunch! My ‘77 Super grabs attention whenever I take it downtown. One time a guy hollers at me to take pics of it, massively fawning over it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,220
Posted By OldsCOOL

Love the color! Looks like a cool project ahead...

Love the color! Looks like a cool project ahead for you. I wish you well in the build.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-25-21, 09:57 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 17,828
Posted By OldsCOOL

Time to get at it! ...

Time to get at it!


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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-21, 11:41 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,508
Posted By OldsCOOL

Our entire culture is on the edge of rage, it...

Our entire culture is on the edge of rage, it seems. Sorry to see people so angry while engaging a peaceful and happy activity. Good for you in your response.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,181
Posted By OldsCOOL

Here is an 1898 Glenwood path racer my buddy...

Here is an 1898 Glenwood path racer my buddy found in a barn estate sale. He ended up getting the bike to me as a Christmas present 2 years ago. The bike was stunningly intact with gorgeous paint,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-28-21, 06:10 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,866
Posted By OldsCOOL

If you don’t get bored with your 10mi route,...

If you don’t get bored with your 10mi route, enjoy! Just keep riding and stoking the passion.

My body type works against me for longer rides. If I do a hilly 40, that’s a good ride. I’m not built...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-11-21, 09:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,253
Posted By OldsCOOL

There was a house that had 3 dogs just down the...

There was a house that had 3 dogs just down the hill from us. Being rural the owners let the 3 dogs run wild. Owners did not speak english. I called that lonely tiresome stretch of hill “dog hill”....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,672
Posted By OldsCOOL

I Pledge to keep that a secret.

I Pledge to keep that a secret.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,672
Posted By OldsCOOL

I wax mine in the spring just for spiffin’ up...

I wax mine in the spring just for spiffin’ up more than anything else unless riding in a storm to get home. In that case the bike gets a detergent wash with a wax afterward.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-19-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,989
Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m retired. I don’t need a watch.

I’m retired. I don’t need a watch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-21, 07:50 AM
Replies: 864
Views: 311,836
Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m a participant of the Miyata Cult, having an...

I’m a participant of the Miyata Cult, having an ‘87 712 Comp in excellent condition and former owner of a Miyata Pista track bike that I sold to oddjob2
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-21, 04:12 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,542
Posted By OldsCOOL

I have a few survivors but none compare to the...

I have a few survivors but none compare to the barn find 1898 Glenwood. My friend found it while inspecting the home as an estate sale. The bike probably had been sitting since 1920 or so. Here it is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-21, 07:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,035
Posted By OldsCOOL

Awesome story, AND the Mondonico’s! You just...

Awesome story, AND the Mondonico’s! You just don’t see those every day.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,328
Posted By OldsCOOL

I have similar on this ‘86 Trek 760 that came...

I have similar on this ‘86 Trek 760 that came with the Campy NR. The 26t works great with NR.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-21, 02:15 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,781
Posted By OldsCOOL

‘86 Trek 760 Pro Series.... ...

‘86 Trek 760 Pro Series....


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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-21, 07:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,041
Posted By OldsCOOL

I’m sure glad I have some pork butt ready for...

I’m sure glad I have some pork butt ready for smoking today after reading this. Cool pics but I really dig that P-40.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-21, 07:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,456
Posted By OldsCOOL

I still have and I still ride it. The bike is a...

I still have and I still ride it. The bike is a babe. Full 531c, Campy NR drivetrain, Modolo brakes, and yes the lovely Mavic tubulars with Normandy hubs. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-21, 06:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By OldsCOOL

I wear ear buds out on the open roads (all my...

I wear ear buds out on the open roads (all my rides are solo) to keep me company...and buffer the annoying wind noise. Glad to see your hearing aids are opening up the world for you. Enjoy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-21, 03:21 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 74,917
Posted By OldsCOOL

Mad Honk ...

Mad Honk


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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-09-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 34,822
Posted By OldsCOOL

Quite believeable and probably happened like...

Quite believeable and probably happened like that. Come out with a trendy ad campaign and every kid wanted one so they could ride like the wind.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-21, 08:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,976
Posted By OldsCOOL

I would go through the bearings/chain and...

I would go through the bearings/chain and tires...ride as is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-21, 07:48 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 69,781
Posted By OldsCOOL

1984 Univega Alpina Uno ...

1984 Univega Alpina Uno


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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-27-21, 06:18 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,428
Posted By OldsCOOL

The list would be crazy long but I will show my...

The list would be crazy long but I will show my first ride, where it all started.

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