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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 414
Posted By nlerner

Quite a few years back, I became somewhat...

Quite a few years back, I became somewhat obsessed with the fillet-brazed Schwinns and threw myself into a Super Sport project. Originally lemon yellow, a sparkly blue powdercoat, replacement decals,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 511
Posted By nlerner

I’ve also gone the IGH route on Gran(d) Sport(s):...

I’ve also gone the IGH route on Gran(d) Sport(s):
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2693_3d1594b0215040b17c235ab3f0287f66d1ff6407.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

It was 32F when I woke up this morning and had...

It was 32F when I woke up this morning and had reached a balmy 42 by the time I went out for a short spin on the Milwaukee single speed. I recently swapped in some Soma Highway 1 bars, purchased...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 731
Posted By nlerner

That's only for pedals.

That's only for pedals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 731
Posted By nlerner

I usually do it by feel: When something snaps...

I usually do it by feel: When something snaps off, I feel that I’ve gone too far.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,013
Posted By nlerner

650b conversion ftw!

650b conversion ftw!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,911
Posted By nlerner

Fify.

Fify.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,125,467
Posted By nlerner

45-mile ramble in the Boston suburbs with a...

45-mile ramble in the Boston suburbs with a couple of local friends. I was hoping for warmer and sunnier weather, but it was still good to be out on a bike and see spring coming along....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

Spun around for about 45 miles with a couple of...

Spun around for about 45 miles with a couple of cycling buddies today and took a pic at a familiar spot. The spring greening of the landscape is slowly happening in the Boston area. Note the color...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

Yesterday morning I had time for a short ride to...

Yesterday morning I had time for a short ride to the arboretum on my Milwaukee Bicycle Co. single speed:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,911
Posted By nlerner

Nice recovery! This very similar Merz Allez...

Nice recovery! This very similar Merz Allez hasn't moved from this spot on the bike rack for months now. Don't think liberation will be coming anytime soon (except by campus PD).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 897
Posted By nlerner

Wait, I found a pair in my stash! ...

Wait, I found a pair in my stash!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 897
Posted By nlerner

You and your love of phat tires.

You and your love of phat tires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 179
Posted By nlerner

It would be helpful to see the other end of the...

It would be helpful to see the other end of the measuring stick, i.e., the starting point.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 497
Posted By nlerner

Can you swap the wheels of the two bikes and test...

Can you swap the wheels of the two bikes and test ride? That'll tell you a lot about the contribution of wheels/tires/bearings.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,333
Posted By nlerner

I can't imagine any way to answer the question of...

I can't imagine any way to answer the question of when other than to go to specific manufacturer's catalogs and trace what was offered over time:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,135
Posted By nlerner

Wait, I thought the idea was n + 1. You mean,...

Wait, I thought the idea was n + 1. You mean, we're supposed to sell our bikes? Next thing you know, someone will claim we're supposed to ride them, too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,416
Posted By nlerner

Your across-the-street neighbor's garage looks...

Your across-the-street neighbor's garage looks like it has plenty of room available. Hostile takeover?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,416
Posted By nlerner

Here’s my setup for the bits I need the most,...

Here’s my setup for the bits I need the most, sorta semi-controlled chaos:
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4237_9ebde6c0553362827bdcea22db193e13709607f0.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

It’s been a tradition for quite a while now for...

It’s been a tradition for quite a while now for me to do a birthday ride: mileage = or > my age. I try to do that on my actual birthday, but the calendar doesn’t always cooperate: this year my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,792
Posted By nlerner

In my house we call them appetizers.

In my house we call them appetizers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,525
Posted By nlerner

I mostly build bikes up from the frame and fork....

I mostly build bikes up from the frame and fork. But I have a deep parts bin and rarely have to buy anything new; mostly it's a matter of mixing and matching to find compatible parts or fulfill some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 839
Posted By nlerner

I got one of these (not this brand but same...

I got one of these (not this brand but same idea): https://www.amazon.com/Bicycle-Brake-Adjusting-LSOSVSEUs-Alignment/dp/B0C6ZYTKJP/r. Works perfectly every time!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 916
Posted By nlerner

So sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,311
Posted By nlerner

I'm an academic/teacher and have been in this...

I'm an academic/teacher and have been in this business since the mid 1980s. My plan is to retire in a couple of years (I turn 64 next week, so hopefully retirement at 65 or 66). But I'm seriously...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,792
Posted By nlerner

https://live.staticflickr.com/5786/30177105462_6d1...

https://live.staticflickr.com/5786/30177105462_6d1592eb95_c.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,408
Posted By nlerner

I've had a few vintage cx bikes over the years,...

I've had a few vintage cx bikes over the years, and in all of those cases, at least, the BB height was crazy high, far out of the range I find comfortable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 284
Posted By nlerner

I have a ‘73 Condor Italia, serial #7349. I...

I have a ‘73 Condor Italia, serial #7349. I believe that’s past the time Bill Hurlow was involved, so perhaps that 3-digit serial = 1967?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 9,516
Posted By nlerner

As found: ...

As found:
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1893_aa6dd97e459f4bc1af913870a418430b5b21a36d.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,966
Posted By nlerner

Here's my search list for lightweight MTBs,...

Here's my search list for lightweight MTBs, likely not comprehensive

(“Barracuda A2E”,“Barracuda A2M”,“Barracuda Cuda Comp”,“Cannondale M900”,“Cannondale M500”,“Cannondale Killer V500”,“Gary...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 293
Posted By nlerner

A shockcord through that loop at the rear bottom...

A shockcord through that loop at the rear bottom of bag and around your headset will stabilize it nicely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,966
Posted By nlerner

Sounds like my Bridgestone MB-3 commuter from...

Sounds like my Bridgestone MB-3 commuter from last winter (I've since given it away to a colleague):
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 9,516
Posted By nlerner

Nice to see that one getting some new life! I...

Nice to see that one getting some new life! I bought it from a local seller who was cleaning out his parents' house, and this his/hers Raleigh set had evidently lived in their backyard out in the New...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,167
Posted By nlerner

1966 Raleigh Sports ...

1966 Raleigh Sports

https://live.staticflickr.com/8411/29995005580_8b348275d9_b.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 305
Views: 14,448
Posted By nlerner

Hmm, yesterday a work colleague asked if I wanted...

Hmm, yesterday a work colleague asked if I wanted some bikes she found cleaning out her late mother-in-law's house. She described them as two banana seat kids' bikes, two 10-speeds, and one tall,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 327
Posted By nlerner

"If you need a quick release on your levers, your...

"If you need a quick release on your levers, your tires are too wide." T. Campagnolo
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,048
Posted By nlerner

I've twice ridden California Eroica. There was no...

I've twice ridden California Eroica. There was no bike inspection at the start or at any point (other than follow riders giving each the side eye). In fact, there's was an overall startling level of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 878
Posted By nlerner

I'm sure it'll look good, but the performance...

I'm sure it'll look good, but the performance will be mediocre.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 377
Posted By nlerner

https://blackmtncycles.com/clearance-pt-ii-road-fr...

https://blackmtncycles.com/clearance-pt-ii-road-frames/
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-22-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,180
Posted By nlerner

I’d imagine potential buyers might want to know...

I’d imagine potential buyers might want to know the size, etc. Glwts!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,151
Posted By nlerner

I was kinda surprised not to see a nyloc nut in...

I was kinda surprised not to see a nyloc nut in there, Mark! I think, at the time, I just didn't have one on hand and figured I'd see how it worked with the standard jam nut. I haven't used that bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,186
Posted By nlerner

The Giant has interesting possibilities, but I...

The Giant has interesting possibilities, but I wouldn't pay more than $30.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,151
Posted By nlerner

Here's a pic of that 3-D printed insert...

Here's a pic of that 3-D printed insert installed:
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1076x1434/img_4209_ada3425c1de3dd7339cd1f59223755a66aa34a30.jpg

It looks a bit raw.

And...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

Celebrated the last day of winter with an amble...

Celebrated the last day of winter with an amble to the arboretum on the Raleigh 3x1 speed. Clear and crisp morning.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,872
Posted By nlerner

I also think I have an Ashtabula crank from a...

I also think I have an Ashtabula crank from a Super Sport in the corner of my basement. Glad to send it along for the cost of shipping!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 970
Posted By nlerner

In addition to good tires, the right tire...

In addition to good tires, the right tire pressure can make a big difference, I have found.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,081,766
Posted By nlerner

Fitted the Fitz with fenders and wider tires for...

Fitted the Fitz with fenders and wider tires for the anticipated spring rainy season and took it for a shakedown ride today. The graffiti seems to be making a comment about my riding style:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,341
Posted By nlerner

You don't expect my Spring Break to actually...

You don't expect my Spring Break to actually occur in the spring, do you?!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,341
Posted By nlerner

Ahem:...

Ahem: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1167418-last-winter-tour-willamette-valley.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,053
Posted By nlerner

That’s quite the dog-leg bend to that fork.

That’s quite the dog-leg bend to that fork.
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