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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,425
Posted By dedhed

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,425
Posted By SirMike1983

Black, blue, and green are my favorite colors for...

Black, blue, and green are my favorite colors for bikes.

1949 Raleigh Clubman:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,425
Posted By Desert Ryder

I wish my green bike hadn't been neglected and...

I wish my green bike hadn't been neglected and left to bake in the desert sun.
Fisher Aquila
The faded side...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By gster

1973/74 Ladies' Superbe This one came back to...

1973/74 Ladies' Superbe
This one came back to me last week. The owner never rode it and it's been gathering dust
in a garage for the past 10 years or so....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By gster

An Odd Failure. In the fall, the hub on my best...

An Odd Failure.
In the fall, the hub on my best bike locked up while riding. It wasn't even under any real load.
Dated 1961, it's been trouble free and very smooth....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 01:44 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,077
Posted By Small cog

The saved from the scrapheap at my local bikeshop...

The saved from the scrapheap at my local bikeshop Raleigh Lenton restomod which has been my daily transport this winter.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 47,198
Posted By bikamper

1974-ish Raliegh Sports set up for touring. ...

1974-ish Raliegh Sports set up for touring.
https://i.imgur.com/YmBvOWml.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 40,088
Posted By AZORCH

Indeed, I find that to be true as well. By my own...

Indeed, I find that to be true as well. By my own rough count, close to 50% of the Bikes I have owned have been a shade of blue. Out of the 12 currently hanging in the studio in fact, three are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By nlerner

Here’s another project in the realm of “not your...

Here’s another project in the realm of “not your (grand)father’s Raleigh 3-speed”: Frame is a 1971 Raleigh Pro Mark 2, which I recently purchased from tmnguuyen. It’s quite patina-ed, which suits my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,478
Posted By Markeologist

Recent pic but posted on other thread but belongs...

Recent pic but posted on other thread but belongs here…my 69/70 Gitane Super Corsa....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,077
Posted By noglider

2002 Burley Zydeco I should take better...

2002 Burley Zydeco

I should take better pictures of this bike. I should also take it out more often, but it means my spouse and I need to be ready and willing at the same time....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,353
Posted By oneclick

For stubborn chainring fasteners I've found a...

For stubborn chainring fasteners I've found a combination of a tool you can easily make and a particular technique work well:

The tool is any cheap bit of table flatware - it has to have a section...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 223,074
Posted By cooperryder

Thank you curbtender and madpogue. Looking...

Thank you curbtender and madpogue.

Looking around on the link you provided I saw this 1972 catalog link which is interesting especially the description of die cast frames.

I think these 1972...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 610
Views: 166,852
Posted By HerrOtto

More Belgian Bikes

I know this is an old thread, but here are a couple more Belgian bikes. 1970 "Superia" mixte frame and a 1965 Sabre , both are 3 speeds....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By Small cog

Does anyone have a bike with a Suntour 3 speed...

Does anyone have a bike with a Suntour 3 speed hub fitted? I am curious as they are apparently made by Sturmey Archer but I have never seen one, I do have a Shimano three speed on my Lenton which is...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-12-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,670
Posted By noglider

We haven't had snow in NYC yet, and we had none...

We haven't had snow in NYC yet, and we had none last year, part of the new trend. Riding a bike in snow in NYC is hazardous, and I generally avoid it.

I commuted by bike yesterday, 13 miles each...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-23, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7,840
Views: 934,789
Posted By ascherer

Finished the rim swap, replaced Gentleman...

Finished the rim swap, replaced Gentleman clinchers with new old tubulars for the Paramount. I got lucky inasmuch as the old spokes were the right size for the rims, and in great shape. Just new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 07:48 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,408
Posted By jim dandy

This restored Peugeot went back to its happy...

This restored Peugeot went back to its happy owner. 1st Peugeot restoration job for me …
:thumb: JD...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-16-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 937
Posted By Alan K

It is a good bike, and the price is certainly...

It is a good bike, and the price is certainly right. ;)

Enjoy!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-16-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 937
Posted By GeezyRider

That's a very nice gift and a great friend!

That's a very nice gift and a great friend!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,408
Posted By Mr. 66

Performance ...

Performance
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black with gold marble
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,131,464
Posted By cjefferds

Original mounting hardware…can’t guarantee it...

Original mounting hardware…can’t guarantee it won’t leave a mark. Might be able to find on eBay or try posting on the ISO thread.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 21,164
Posted By geeteeiii

Decided to complete the 1964 V552 Harkiv build....

Decided to complete the 1964 V552 Harkiv build. Made the decision to switch to the square taper cranks as the cottered originals are so soft and cotter pins suck. I guess 151bcd ones would be more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,939
Posted By Hummer

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Looks like the headbadge for 1982 Norco Avanti.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-23, 06:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,939
Posted By Aardwolf

There's a UK TV station that shows a lot of world...

There's a UK TV station that shows a lot of world cinema type content: All 4 https://www.channel4.com/categories/world-drama

So I'm watching their latest thing: "The Sketch Artist" which is 2023...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By tcs

In France, Singers and Herses were equipped with...

In France, Singers and Herses were equipped with Allvits and it was considered to be quite a good piece of kit.

In America, Varsities came with Allvits, and the derailleur was considered a bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By markk900

A bit of a wander from 3-speeds, but I had both...

A bit of a wander from 3-speeds, but I had both Svelto and Allvit equipped bikes at the same time and found the shifting of the Allvit to be surprisingly good: I had always eschewed the Allvit as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,548
Posted By clubman

The C&V forum doesn't like to dampen the spirit...

The C&V forum doesn't like to dampen the spirit of 'enthusiasts'. We all get 'it' but we don't complain about people's efforts to restore bikes for reasons other than prestige or value.
If you're...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-23, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,478
Posted By Manny66

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By markk900

Bikesmith (Mike) supplies high quality ALGI...

Bikesmith (Mike) supplies high quality ALGI cotter pins, which if he is out you can also get on Amazon. I got some of the same pins from my LBS who happens to be vintage friendly.

You likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By ascherer

The $10 Ladies Sports arrived. The hub is marked...

The $10 Ladies Sports arrived. The hub is marked 64 but the down tube and seat tube decals place it in 65. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By Ged117

I've had a great experience so far with the...

I've had a great experience so far with the GP5000 tires, I have a set on the Wasp and a set of the gum wall GP5000s on my Raleigh Competition, that said I had a poor experience with their more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-23, 09:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By Ged117

Thanks for stopping in! As you can see, the...

Thanks for stopping in! As you can see, the lights are on and plenty of us are home.

Sixty-Fiver you (with this thread) launched me into a five year C&V adventure - thank you for that. After...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By SirMike1983

Fourth of July week - riding some American-made...

Fourth of July week - riding some American-made three speeds this week. 1950 Schwinn Superior out for a ride:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By thumpism

Lovely old Ludo from Belgium for $60 in RI. ...

Lovely old Ludo from Belgium for $60 in RI. Somebody PLEASE buy this.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/201086308988896
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By Nokton

Here's one I just, more or less, finished. It's a...

Here's one I just, more or less, finished. It's a 1970s Malaysian-built Raleigh Sports that I converted into a Path Racer style bike. The wheels came off a Nottingham-built bike that got a set of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By markk900

While not strictly an English 3-speed the hub is...

While not strictly an English 3-speed the hub is 100% from Ol’ Blighty…. Had a lovely ride in its latest incarnation but needed to adjust saddle and bars a bit. Amazing what small adjustments can do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-23, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,478
Posted By Kilroy1988

Bonjour! ​​​​​​​Jean Paul Routens has...

Bonjour!

​​​​​​​Jean Paul Routens has confirmed the age of my randonneuse as among the earliest frames built by his father, perhaps sometime between 1948-50. I just placed the order for an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By Tiny_Valkyrie

Finished up some minor upgrades/restoration on my...

Finished up some minor upgrades/restoration on my Raleigh Sports.
- I've installed new brake cables, but left the original cable housings since it is in great condition.
- Installed a rear rack...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By raleigh76

Thanks! To answer the questions: We added...

Thanks! To answer the questions:

We added one set of bottle mounts on the downtube, I still want to have the traditional decal on the seat tube.

You can see the light mount in the first photo....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 586
Views: 208,339
Posted By bikemig

SekineSHR on the road again

I just finished rebuilding my SekineSHR and took it on a 24 mile ride on the bike trail near my house. The bike came to me with all its original equipment and I changed remarkably little. I'm still...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,425
Posted By noglider

Hello everyone. I like having green bikes. Do you...

Hello everyone. I like having green bikes. Do you have any?

1974 Raleigh International, repainted. I don't know what its original color was. There are no original parts.

At home...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 586
Views: 208,339
Posted By bikemig

Just picked up this Sekine. It has some sort of...

Just picked up this Sekine. It has some sort of chrome moly double butted tubing. The wheels have steel rims though. The drop outs are nice and thick with an integral hanger but no adjustment screw....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,542,548
Posted By SirMike1983

I have enough work as it is, but I caved and...

I have enough work as it is, but I caved and bought this 1953 Raleigh Reg Harris Lenton as a project. The 23 inch frame on 26 inch wheels is comfortable. I like the green and these old bikes make...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 11:10 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,755
Posted By SirMike1983

Nothing wrong with basic steel, whether...

Nothing wrong with basic steel, whether electroforge welded or lugged and brazed... I love old Schwinn and Raleigh 3 speeds, most of which are nothing exotic in terms of material.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,755
Posted By beng1

Pssssst, you are in the Classic and Vintage...

Pssssst, you are in the Classic and Vintage section of a bicycling forum where hundreds or thousands of cyclists love their old Schwinns and other heavy old bicycles. They know what you have missed,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,755
Posted By Chuck M

When I acquired my wife's Bridgestone I noticed...

When I acquired my wife's Bridgestone I noticed the lugs didn't seem like typical lugs. When I posted pictures of it, T-Mar had made mention of the lugs being cast but didn't elaborate. I assumed it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-23, 05:02 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,755
Posted By beng1

This is typically what people say who know...

This is typically what people say who know nothing about physics or engineering. You can take two ten-speed bikes from 1973, my Huffy Scout, and the most expensive ten-speed road-bike sold in 1973...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-20-23, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,670
Posted By Miele Man

One of the great advantages in riding country...

One of the great advantages in riding country roads hereabouts in winter is that they plow the shoulders of the roads and even though those shoulders are dirt they're frozen solid. Thus tires don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-22, 09:55 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,408
Posted By DQRider

Annual Shot of My Pashley Path Racer

Gotta post this:

https://i.imgur.com/6WrDlm5.png

The most distinctive ride I have. Just a single-speed with drum brakes, but the ride quality is indescribable. Think 2-wheeled Rolls Royce. My...
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