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Forum: Framebuilders
02-14-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 925
Posted By unterhausen

That's too bad. Apropos of nothing, Philly bike...

That's too bad. Apropos of nothing, Philly bike show is coming up in March. I can't decide if I'm going. Maybe.
Forum: Framebuilders
02-13-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 925
Posted By bulgie

How much deposit money did you put down, and what...

How much deposit money did you put down, and what were the terms? Are they written down? For example do they mention what happens if you pull out, any refund? When I was a FB, I was an hourly-wage...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-13-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 925
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I've had to fire a customer/friend who I came to...

I've had to fire a customer/friend who I came to understand wasn't likely to be happy with whatever I made. That was a long time ago but a lesson I still remember. Could it be that the possible...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-13-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 925
Posted By Trakhak

A comment in a recent thread mentioned a...

A comment in a recent thread mentioned a framebuilder whose client had, over his objections, insisted on having his custom loaded-touring-style frame built with extra-light-weight tubing. After his...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-13-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 925
Posted By unterhausen

There aren't too many pro framebuilders in here...

There aren't too many pro framebuilders in here and those pros that lurk probably aren't going to want to weigh in on your issues. I also wonder if you really want to air out your problems in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 03:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,508
Posted By StanSeven

Spartan, One chief reason we have a 10 post...

Spartan,

One chief reason we have a 10 post limit with five per day is to discourage spammers. Over the last few weeks the site has been hit with a barrage of spam. Fortunately the limit keeps...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,508
Posted By tombc

You seem like a nice person!

You seem like a nice person!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-02-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 891
Posted By CO_Hoya

Listings like these are why the C&V Sales sub...

Listings like these are why the C&V Sales sub forum is such a dangerous place
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 891
Posted By Bianchigirll

That is amazing

That is amazing
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-01-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 891
Posted By mtbikerjohn

That is really pretty...

That is really pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By mpetry912

My personal opinion is that it's beyond...

My personal opinion is that it's beyond economical repair.

meaning you would be better off looking for a frame in good condition

would need a full repair with several tubes replaced + paint
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-23, 12:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By repechage

Reads promising. the issue with the dropout,...

Reads promising.

the issue with the dropout, apprehension is the best view I think.
who knows when this surfaced, I do not think it would lead to a dangerous failure but not cheap.

an early...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 10:12 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By repechage

Don’t match the description very well. ‘the...

Don’t match the description very well.
‘the seat tube I think shows trauma of a stuck seat post removal.
‘the seat stay… crash repair straightening, bummer (can be used but changes the whole deal....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By Kabuki12

Hopefully there will be a reasonable resolution...

Hopefully there will be a reasonable resolution to this. It most certainly doesn’t match the description that was given when you purchased it. I’m not sure how the frame could be fixed without some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 2,562
Views: 957,454
Posted By wheelgofar

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-27-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 464
Posted By ThermionicScott

Just get yourself the biggest, nicest 700C tires...

Just get yourself the biggest, nicest 700C tires you can fit, and call it a day. Your metric allen keys are a convenient way to measure clearance to the brakes and frame.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-27-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 464
Posted By bikemig

Doesn't this bike take 700 x 38c tires? If so,...

Doesn't this bike take 700 x 38c tires? If so, there is not much of a pay off to running 650b x 42c tires. Plus there is the problem of the canti post placement.

Neat bike but not a good candidate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,065
Posted By Kilroy1988

A tire pump.

A tire pump.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 35,790
Posted By Nokton

Okay, I'll Play

Mostly because I want to show off my "new", 50 year old bike, but also because I went and found a bridge today so I could participate in this thread:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 35,790
Posted By nlerner

From today’s ride. My 1950 Raleigh Lenton Tourist...

From today’s ride. My 1950 Raleigh Lenton Tourist on a bridge that’s part of the Boston area’s old aqueduct system:

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-23-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 545
Posted By abshipp

Velo Orange Grand Cru Noir Drillium Crankset 48/34 172.5

SOLD Velo Orange Grand Cru Noir Drillium Crankset & UN300 116mm JIS BB - $150 $125 SOLD plus 1/2 actual shipping from 29601, or shoot me an offer.

Chainrings have been ridden ~3000 miles, crank...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-23, 08:30 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 35,790
Posted By Pcampeau

You’re right. Here you go. It’s just a Carradice...

You’re right. Here you go. It’s just a Carradice Barley but man that suckers heavy!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By mpetry912

It's fine, they shift much better. Taking some...

It's fine, they shift much better. Taking some liberties with a bike like this is entirely acceptable in my view. This one is an italian build, 74, and never fails to bring a smile. I've owned it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 09:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By masi61

I’m trying to get my (1978?) Gran Criterium on...

I’m trying to get my (1978?) Gran Criterium on the road. Like you guys, mine is rescued from eBay purchased “as-is” frame only with no fork. I’m not trying to keep it period correct. Instead I hope...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By repechage

The braze-ons, seat tube bosses, down tube...

The braze-ons, seat tube bosses, down tube shifters and definitely the top tube cable guides, and the under the bottom bracket cable routing - not original.

why? When these bikes were built, all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 02:17 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,106
Posted By Andy_K

I'm curious about this "whole complement of...

I'm curious about this "whole complement of braze-ons that aren't original. I've also got a 1974 California Masi GC with non-original paint and at least some braze-ons that shouldn't be there. Like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-23, 01:58 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,128
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

I agree. Who thought this was an elegant solution...

I agree. Who thought this was an elegant solution or "progress"???

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1600/s_l1600_32__01df00c1a23e8e032b903e5232307a33157becaa.jpg

;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,128
Posted By TLaurent

I have a couple of those…in my bins.

I have a couple of those…in my bins.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,128
Posted By merziac

https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/Fig...

https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/Figure_14-5.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,128
Posted By 52telecaster

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x631/2019_kona_sutra_14_1000x631_b62a0cfb4a6cbf1aa33372ce91a446911041e4d1.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By momoman

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

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4028_4ccf79aec2fe9a28abe4ad1e7ee035a9a2d3c03c.jpeg
2009 22-Series with Campy Pista crankset, Phil Wood hubs with tubular tires on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By curbtender

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20221006_115856_resized_8a83cfe931ad56a77766ecd4763fd767d87b5cd6.jpg
RS11
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By Chuckk

1992 Waterford Buell Paramount S.A.S.S. One of...

1992 Waterford Buell Paramount S.A.S.S.
One of about 200
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/998x627/z_51d96af8a05db87152519dd9935f143be09d70bf.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 10:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By tkamd73

Here is my 91 Waterford OS Paramount again,...

Here is my 91 Waterford OS Paramount again, different pic though.
Tim
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,391
Posted By nlerner

I believe my Milwaukee Bicycle Co. single-speed...

I believe my Milwaukee Bicycle Co. single-speed was made by Waterford:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 11:46 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,595
Posted By madpogue

Finally put my '82 Trek 730 back together....

Finally put my '82 Trek 730 back together. "Tribute bike" - my late wife bought me the frameset in '85 when we were both poor students, I built it up over the years with mostly 600EX, then found the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,595
Posted By bargo68

A recent acquisition via our wonderful thread Bay...

A recent acquisition via our wonderful thread Bay / CraigsList finds - "Are you looking for one of these!?" Part II...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,595
Posted By steelbikeguy

Just got back from riding my touring bike built...

Just got back from riding my touring bike built with True Temper OX (I think..), and rode the Italian bike with Columbus tubing yesterday, but my Raleigh International (531 double butted) and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 08:29 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,595
Posted By bertinjim

Happy 5/31 Day! This C 37 is one of three 531...

Happy 5/31 Day! This C 37 is one of three 531 built bikes and I cherish them all.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,595
Posted By nlerner

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/112x136/lentontouristavatar_ff88fef394e5b86de20c68ae3bd296968e63644c.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-01-23, 05:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 592
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

WTB: your under the radar Italian Racer Special

Really want to pull the trigger on something special. Just the right patina, custom spoke protector, turkey levers, hard to find padded bar tap and just right broken in brake pads.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-30-23, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 323
Posted By ehcoplex

I suspect your best/cheapest way to just try it...

I suspect your best/cheapest way to just try it out/experiment is a wheel set from Cycles Toussaint...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-21-23, 11:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,432
Posted By 5colellla

Maybe

Maybe
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-08-23, 05:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,355
Posted By branko_76

Very nice bike. I had been to Cyclery North...

Very nice bike.

I had been to Cyclery North a few times. I could be wrong about this but from what I remember the owner sent his son to engineering school to study metallurgy so that he could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-22, 09:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,513
Posted By Roypercy

Hmm. Guess I'll find out Friday

Hmm. Guess I'll find out Friday
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-22, 01:37 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,127,757
Posted By Mr. 66

I think closer to $175, many replaced parts, some...

I think closer to $175, many replaced parts, some are upgrade, replaced wheels, derailleurs, shifters, and the big downgrade is the saddle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-22, 05:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,434
Posted By bulgie

Yeah this bike is a prime candidate for 650b...

Yeah this bike is a prime candidate for 650b conversion IMHO. Having the chainstay indents in the wrong place would bug me to no end.

For measuring before building wheels, you can't beat a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-22, 04:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,434
Posted By 63rickert

Inspiration for the CN Hellenics was the Carol...

Inspiration for the CN Hellenics was the Carol Fields Hetchins. Carol was pretty inspiring herself. Once there was a sample out on the street customers asked for them. Eddy did not push the style,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,971
Posted By The Golden Boy

If that were my bike- I'd ******g put monster...

If that were my bike- I'd ******g put monster truck tires, racks and mirrors and bells and streamers and reflectors and lights and chain guards and kickstands and all that **** and put pix up and PM...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,046,921
Posted By SJX426

Is this thread an excuse to share another...

Is this thread an excuse to share another picture?
Since my last entry in 2/21, The Derosa has been built and ridden a fair amount. See details of the build which was not straight forward, Help me...
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