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03-12-24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 182
Posted By Desert Ryder

1988(?) Centurion LeMans RS?

This LeMans RS popped up today locally. Searches seems to put it around 1987-88ish. I'm thinking of adding another vintage steel road bike to the stable.
What can the collective say about this...
03-07-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 2,994
Posted By Desert Ryder

Are You A Spinner Or A Grinder Up Hills?

Do you stay seated and spin when climbing or you more of a stand and grind kind of rider?
I've always had great leg strength and I've always been more of a grinder. On my ride routes, mostly flats,...
03-05-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By Desert Ryder

Aero enough for Ludicrous Speed?

Aero enough for Ludicrous Speed?
02-29-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 286
Views: 39,046
Posted By Desert Ryder

My new freebie bike ...

My new freebie bike
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02-28-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,135
Posted By Desert Ryder

Skykomish Rockcrusher $50 obo

1992? Skykomish Rockcrusher. A deal or...?? Noticed it is marked down to $40 obo on FB Marketplace.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/bik/d/las-vegas-light-weight-bike/7721323444.html
...
Forum: Introductions
02-28-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 151
Posted By Desert Ryder

Welcome from southern NV ...

Welcome from southern NV

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02-25-24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 366
Posted By Desert Ryder

My Free Score This Weekend.

I know it's just a Wally special but it was free...sorta.
We had to clean out a condo and this was one of the items that we kept.
Kent Providence and a kid trailer....
02-22-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 506
Posted By Desert Ryder

Do you have any bike art?

I've been thinking of adding some bike tin signs/art to my work area. Anyone have cool bike art, etc haging in their workspaces?
Found these inexpensive tin signs on Amazon:...
02-13-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 112,777
Posted By Desert Ryder

I consider this one a rare piece. Made by Ellison...

I consider this one a rare piece. Made by Ellison out of TX for The Bike Beat bike shop out of Orange Ca. I've heard The Bike Beat was THE bike shop BITD.
I've only heard of /seen a picture of one...
02-12-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 331
Posted By Desert Ryder

I have a 1997 GT STS DH so this DH bike...

I have a 1997 GT STS DH so this DH bike interested me. I did some google searching and found your thread from another forum.
I haven't seen another in that color scheme. You may get some good info...
02-08-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 74,883
Posted By Desert Ryder

Not sure if I posted mine. Fisher Montare ...

Not sure if I posted mine.

Fisher Montare
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Kinda red..Trek Alpha 3700...
02-05-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,135
Posted By Desert Ryder

On local FB Marketplace ...

On local FB Marketplace
...
01-25-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 411
Posted By Desert Ryder

My first inclination would be spokes.

My first inclination would be spokes.
01-16-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,194
Posted By Desert Ryder

To get into P & R you have to mind your P's &...

To get into P & R you have to mind your P's & Q's.

You must not offend others to be able to enter to offend others :rolleyes:
01-14-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,754
Posted By Desert Ryder

A basic mag trainer. Being in the desrert, It...

A basic mag trainer. Being in the desrert, It lives between the two cars in the winter and in a corner of the living room in the summer.

...
01-05-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,370
Posted By Desert Ryder

It means a shared lane. "What does a bike...

It means a shared lane.

"What does a bike painted on the road mean?
Shared lane markings include a bicycle symbol and a double chevron indicating the direction of travel. They do not designate...
01-04-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3,537
Views: 973,639
Posted By Desert Ryder

Scored a set for just under $28 shipped. Now...

Scored a set for just under $28 shipped. Now which bike to put them on...:foo:
I'm leaning towards my Fisher CR-7 or Aquila. The Aquila may be an issue since it has Gripshifters.
I was thinking my...
01-03-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 3,537
Views: 973,639
Posted By Desert Ryder

Hopefully I can get a AT-4 tomorrow...

Hopefully I can get a AT-4 tomorrow...
12-27-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,528
Posted By Desert Ryder

If the bikes are flat bar wouldn't the easiest...

If the bikes are flat bar wouldn't the easiest answer be a riser handlebar?
12-19-23, 09:46 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,135
Posted By Desert Ryder

Are E-stay bikes commanding that kind of pricing....

Are E-stay bikes commanding that kind of pricing. If so I might have to consider offering up my Revolution...:rolleyes:. More rare IMO....
12-11-23, 11:19 PM
Replies: 8,997
Views: 3,087,787
Posted By Desert Ryder

If it's my size, Meh. Who am I kidding..... I'm...

If it's my size, Meh. Who am I kidding..... I'm going to be picking this 1986(?) DB Ascent for a crisp $20 bill. It looks original. Tange frame/Cro-Mo fork. I don't need it but what are some...
12-05-23, 08:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,183
Posted By Desert Ryder

someone drilled two holes for bottlecage, They...

someone drilled two holes for bottlecage,
They drill the upper part and the bottom part of the tube too: I take that as they drilled through the upper part of the tube all the way through the bottom...
12-04-23, 10:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 577
Posted By Desert Ryder

How the reach to the shifters with those...

How the reach to the shifters with those handlebars?
Pic of my later Grand Prix. I want to move my shifters to the downtube, someday..:rolleyes:...
12-04-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 81,581
Posted By Desert Ryder

Forgot to post my other black bike GT STS DH...

Forgot to post my other black bike

GT STS DH
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12-01-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 81,581
Posted By Desert Ryder

Fisher CR-7 ...

Fisher CR-7

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11-28-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,739
Posted By Desert Ryder

I have a few near mint but dirty. As found...

I have a few near mint but dirty.

As found 1997 GT STS DH, all original except seat and seatpost....
11-17-23, 11:22 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,231
Posted By Desert Ryder

under seat expandable tail pack.

under seat expandable tail pack.
11-17-23, 09:16 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,309
Posted By Desert Ryder

Original except for the seat and seatpost (period...

Original except for the seat and seatpost (period correct). Everything else is OE, even the tires....
Forum: Southwest
11-06-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 541
Posted By Desert Ryder

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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11-06-23, 09:32 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 61,463
Posted By Desert Ryder

Our Jerry Lee progression ...

Our Jerry Lee progression
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11-04-23, 06:59 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 7,362
Posted By Desert Ryder

My chocolate keeps me in shape...

My chocolate keeps me in shape...
10-29-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,896
Posted By Desert Ryder

:beer: And FYI. They came in steel, aluminum,...

:beer:
And FYI. They came in steel, aluminum, and carbon. Mine is an aluminum frame.
10-28-23, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 551,871
Posted By Desert Ryder

R.I.P. Matthew Perry. Thanks for the laughs

R.I.P. Matthew Perry. Thanks for the laughs
10-28-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,896
Posted By Desert Ryder

:bang: So, I edited the thread, "Show Your...

:bang:
So, I edited the thread, "Show Your Elevated Chainstay Bikes-Vintage Rigid Hardtails"
10-24-23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 551,871
Posted By Desert Ryder

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/sammy_hagar_d34ea9bfe4c0afd2ee0c2f53595f277f14dbd184.jpg...
10-24-23, 09:34 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,762
Posted By Desert Ryder

The most I paid was for a bike I found on FB...

The most I paid was for a bike I found on FB Marketplace at a price I couldn't refuse.
This is how I purchased it. Missing the rear srping perch collar. Original except for saddle and seatpost AFAIK...
10-22-23, 03:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,799
Posted By Desert Ryder

if you have already degreased, as you said, I...

if you have already degreased, as you said, I would try a rubbing compound/polish. Start lightly and progress to more pressure.
10-21-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,280
Posted By Desert Ryder

The two I plan on keeping in the current stable...

The two I plan on keeping in the current stable of eight. Both have been with me for only a few short years but I have no plans on letting these two go anytime soon.

My The Bike Beat 1990...
10-15-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,474
Posted By Desert Ryder

Messing with the new bike. I thought I wanted the...

Messing with the new bike. I thought I wanted the rear rack on this one but after mounting it half way, I changed my mine. I started to really think about it and I probably won't use it much anyway....
10-15-23, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3,537
Views: 973,639
Posted By Desert Ryder

Newest addition to the stable. 1995 Gary Fisher...

Newest addition to the stable.
1995 Gary Fisher Aquila

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10-13-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,474
Posted By Desert Ryder

1994 had copper decals.

1994 had copper decals.
10-13-23, 08:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,474
Posted By Desert Ryder

From the blurry pics he sent me it looks like it...

From the blurry pics he sent me it looks like it is STX equipped. Said frame size is large which it a plus for me.
I plan on going over today sometime to grab it. I have a replacement seat and a set...
10-12-23, 03:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,474
Posted By Desert Ryder

Pretty sure it's a 1995 in P.C Green but possibly...

Pretty sure it's a 1995 in P.C Green but possibly a tad faded.You can see the rusted chain and brake hanger cable.
Should go well into the stabe with my Fisher Montare and CR-7

Catalog pg 24...
10-11-23, 08:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,474
Posted By Desert Ryder

The color is kinda what's drawing me in on this...

The color is kinda what's drawing me in on this bike.
It's not like I need another bike but...my b-day is coming up soon...lol
10-06-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,896
Posted By Desert Ryder

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/917x1791/mba_12_eac627c8783c9bd62871d50dd1761425cab90f79.jpg...
10-06-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,896
Posted By Desert Ryder

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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10-06-23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 8,997
Views: 3,087,787
Posted By Desert Ryder

:eek: WOW!!! Super envious!!

:eek:

WOW!!!
Super envious!!
09-26-23, 07:11 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,971
Posted By Desert Ryder

Just an update.You still think these pukes are...

Just an update.You still think these pukes are redeemable? Luckily there was only 1 fatality. They had hit another bicyclist earlier.
...
09-20-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 538
Posted By Desert Ryder

Technically. It does have an elevated chainstay...

Technically. It does have an elevated chainstay but that part is actually a swingarm.
My KHS is like that also...
Forum: Introductions
09-18-23, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 199
Posted By Desert Ryder

Howzit from the 9th Island! Shaka Bruddah!

Howzit from the 9th Island!

Shaka Bruddah!
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