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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-22, 07:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By Peter_B

I would guess it is 1990s due to head badge...

I would guess it is 1990s due to head badge style.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,949
Posted By Peter_B

I have a 1989 Team Miyata. Ride is responsive,...

I have a 1989 Team Miyata. Ride is responsive, good handling. I'm comfortable on it (for me, comfort depends a lot on the saddle). It isn't relaxed geometry or longer wheelbase like a touring bike as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-21, 01:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,311
Posted By Peter_B

I have PDFs saved on three other Olmo Mexicos,...

I have PDFs saved on three other Olmo Mexicos, which are different in details than this one. That doesn't mean this isn't an Olmo Mexico however. Give me your email address if you want me to email...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,692
Posted By Peter_B

Never saw that fork crown in many years of...

Never saw that fork crown in many years of monitoring Olmos on eBay, nor saw it when I’ve searched the web to find Olmos with serial numbers. I’m impressed that you recognized it as being the Olmo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,692
Posted By Peter_B

Mid-1970s, I'd guess as well, like that...

Mid-1970s, I'd guess as well, like that 1975-1976 Olmo Competition with two-star bottom bracket, which is numbered 1.100 4. That bike was dated by newspapers wrapping the frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,692
Posted By Peter_B

Interesting bike. Could you please take a photo...

Interesting bike. Could you please take a photo of the serial number or tell us what it is? I can’t quite make it out in the BB photo. Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-20, 03:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,386
Posted By Peter_B

T-Mar and others are more knowledgeable than I...

T-Mar and others are more knowledgeable than I about Olmos. I'm tracking serial numbered bikes with date-able bicycle parts in order to determine a date from a serial number, and don't know much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-20, 05:50 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,024
Posted By Peter_B

Brent, that's a beautiful Olmo in time capsule...

Brent, that's a beautiful Olmo in time capsule condition... not many like that !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-20, 05:56 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 51,186
Posted By Peter_B

I built up a 1969 Schmidt, with offset right rear...

I built up a 1969 Schmidt, with offset right rear dropout,... built by Leonhard Schmidt of Koln/Cologne, Germany. The offset dropout allows a rear wheel to be built without dish....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 880
Posted By Peter_B

I would guess it was around 1960 too. The lower...

I would guess it was around 1960 too. The lower Olmo Special model due to it having the stamped rear dropouts. Nice condition.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-18, 01:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,547
Posted By Peter_B

Derailleur cable routing over the BB shell seems...

Derailleur cable routing over the BB shell seems to have continued for some years with Olmos. Olmo #7939 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=7939) has brazed Campagnolo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-18, 05:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,624
Posted By Peter_B

Olmo Gran Sport E188 is among the nicest, best...

Olmo Gran Sport E188 is among the nicest, best preserved old Olmos, a real time capsule... congrats on your purchase!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-18, 04:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,624
Posted By Peter_B

Looks like 515 I to me, too... I added it to the...

Looks like 515 I to me, too... I added it to the Olmo Serial Number Registry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-17, 11:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,755
Posted By Peter_B

This is interesting to hear. I edit the Olmo...

This is interesting to hear. I edit the Olmo Serial Number Registry available online, and I have thought that several builders might be involved with the pre-1970 Olmos, ... those with the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-25-17, 03:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,079
Posted By Peter_B

In the 1980s, Olmo tended not to have serial...

In the 1980s, Olmo tended not to have serial numbers on lower model frames. Then Olmo seems to have discontinued the use of serial numbers on all models by the late 1980s.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-22-17, 03:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,061
Posted By Peter_B

That style of front derailleur mount is usually...

That style of front derailleur mount is usually French, from the 1980s? It could be that the '84' on the front dropout means it is a 1984 bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-17, 12:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,439
Posted By Peter_B

I look at a number of Olmos in compiling my Olmo...

I look at a number of Olmos in compiling my Olmo serial number registry. I am less familiar with late Olmos and/or the Olmo models that lack serial numbers. I am comfortable in saying that bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-17, 10:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,630
Posted By Peter_B

Very nice.... nicely done. ... Peter (owner of...

Very nice.... nicely done. ... Peter (owner of two later Grandis)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,131
Posted By Peter_B

Bowden made a Super Sport brake

Bowden made a Super Sport brake
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-18-17, 02:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,728
Posted By Peter_B

Looking at Google results, the Saeta marque is...

Looking at Google results, the Saeta marque is from Eibar, Spain
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-18-17, 02:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,728
Posted By Peter_B

Search Google Images for 'bicicleta saeta' and...

Search Google Images for 'bicicleta saeta' and for 'ciclos saeta'
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-18-17, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,728
Posted By Peter_B

That Simplex lever front derailleur with the...

That Simplex lever front derailleur with the metal knob is 1960 or earlier; Simplex changed to plastic knobs about 1959.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-16, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By Peter_B

It's the top level frame, which came in different...

It's the top level frame, which came in different outfitted versions due to components and chroming. The presence of a top tube braze-on for a number plate is characteristic of a frame produced for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-16, 10:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,650
Posted By Peter_B

Absolutely... the rear dropouts will confirm if...

Absolutely... the rear dropouts will confirm if that's a bottom level or mid level Olmo frame, and then one expects its Falck tubing to be similar in quality.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-16, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,051
Posted By Peter_B

The rear brake bridge is a mystery to me... very...

The rear brake bridge is a mystery to me... very odd... sounds like you're on the right path with fixing it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-16, 01:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,051
Posted By Peter_B

Going by the block lettering of OLMO on the seat...

Going by the block lettering of OLMO on the seat stay caps, I'd guess it is 1982+. See Olmo Serial Number Registry (http://www.peterbrueggeman.com/cr/catalogues/olmo-ssn.htm)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-16, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,527
Posted By Peter_B

Mission Hills Bike Shop is within range and has...

Mission Hills Bike Shop is within range and has some vintage bikes on display and some Pegorettis. Worth a look.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-16, 11:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,527
Posted By Peter_B

Taking note of your location at the Sheraton on...

Taking note of your location at the Sheraton on Harbor Island and particularly your two hour time constraint, the number one ride IMHO is to ride out onto Point Loma. Go west along Harbor Drive, left...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-16, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,301
Posted By Peter_B

Brad, here's Olmo S/N 7123, right before you. ...

Brad, here's Olmo S/N 7123, right before you. http://s643.photobucket.com/user/cykelbronto/library/tillsalu/Olmo Professionisti
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-16, 06:02 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 43,766
Posted By Peter_B

Yes, the capacity specs are great for that...

Yes, the capacity specs are great for that Simplex 303 Tourist rear derailleur particularly given it works from a bolt-on hanger rather than a braze-on mount, and thus can be bolted onto any 1950s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-16, 03:46 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 43,766
Posted By Peter_B

A 1955 Simplex catalog says that Simplex...

A 1955 Simplex catalog says that Simplex 303.Tourist derailleur has a "gear range: overall capacity 30 teeth front and rear with a maximum obtainable range of 34 teeth. Maximum freewheel range,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-16, 12:07 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 43,766
Posted By Peter_B

The lunch stop had build your own sandwiches...

The lunch stop had build your own sandwiches which were excellent, and glasses of wine for tasting. Follow the route sheet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-16, 02:28 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 34,571
Posted By Peter_B

First climb after the winery was steeper than...

First climb after the winery was steeper than Kiler Canyon and much shorter.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-16, 02:26 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 34,571
Posted By Peter_B

I rode up Kiler Canyon at 2015 Eroica Calif...

I rode up Kiler Canyon at 2015 Eroica Calif without walking. It takes a low gear IMHO because in sections you have to pick your path on a two wheel tracks road with a creek rut running down it, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-16, 06:44 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 43,766
Posted By Peter_B

I will be riding a 1951 Sun Manxman... 507557

I will be riding a 1951 Sun Manxman... 507557
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-16, 12:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,566
Posted By Peter_B

classic looking ! very nice

classic looking ! very nice
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-16, 07:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,783
Posted By Peter_B

This is good to know but it is harsh news for...

This is good to know but it is harsh news for dating Olmos by serial numbers :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 11:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

Does your fork steerer tube have helical rifling...

Does your fork steerer tube have helical rifling at the bottom? If yes, then the fork is Columbus tubing, and then the whole frame is Columbus if the fork is original to the bike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 11:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

Yes, Olmo used Falck tubing on lower models.

Yes, Olmo used Falck tubing on lower models.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 11:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

My understanding is that there were SL and SP...

My understanding is that there were SL and SP tubes at that time, but decals put on bikes were just Columbus, with no SL or SP decals yet, which decals came later. So depending on the size of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

Your fork could be original. Here's an Olmo with...

Your fork could be original. Here's an Olmo with plain chrome fork (no panto) like yours... '70's OLMO Competition (2) - Pedal Room (http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/70s-olmo-competition-2-18021)

It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 06:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

There is definitely an Olmo model or so without...

There is definitely an Olmo model or so without panto on the seat stay caps, but few without panto on the fork crown (but not unknown)... see Olmo Serial Number Registry...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-16, 11:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,800
Posted By Peter_B

Looking just at the frame (the forks are not...

Looking just at the frame (the forks are not original to the bike??), there are Olmo elements on that frame. The Olmo frame elements include: head lug style; seat lug style; fluted unmarked seat stay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-16, 11:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,740
Posted By Peter_B

I did a Google Image search trying to pin this...

I did a Google Image search trying to pin this down... 498300
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-16, 11:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,030
Posted By Peter_B

That wing nut is a Gripfast, which is period...

That wing nut is a Gripfast, which is period correct like the brakes, but not original to the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-16, 11:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,030
Posted By Peter_B

Serial number D905 dates it to 1960 (!) It...

Serial number D905 dates it to 1960 (!)

It wasn't a top model ... would be a lower model.

Though a lower model, those Brianza lugs are so fun to see. It gives the bike quite a vintage look...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-16, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,211
Posted By Peter_B

It doesn't look like an Olmo frame I've seen......

It doesn't look like an Olmo frame I've seen... I've been studying Olmos in compiling an Olmo Serial Number Registry, Peter Brueggeman (http://www.peterbrueggeman.com/cr/catalogues/olmo-ssn.htm)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-16, 11:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,030
Posted By Peter_B

I live in San Diego too, near UCSD. I can come...

I live in San Diego too, near UCSD. I can come over and look at it if that's amenable..... Peter
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-16, 11:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,030
Posted By Peter_B

Details which can be determined by your close...

Details which can be determined by your close examination are:

close scrutiny of that serial number

OLMO headset?

Brand on hubs and rims?

Any name on hub wingnuts?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-16, 06:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,030
Posted By Peter_B

I would guess late 1950s to early 1960s. Hard to...

I would guess late 1950s to early 1960s. Hard to say since there's lack of information. First, I would scrutinize that serial number carefully to see if/how it fits within the Olmo Serial Number...
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