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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Bike came with a white saddle which after a few...

Bike came with a white saddle which after a few years was coming apart and was replaced with black saddle off donor bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-23, 07:37 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

We purchased my wife's Hercules bicycle new in...

We purchased my wife's Hercules bicycle new in summer of 1971 just a few months after our wedding. Bike is original except for tires, seat and brake pads. Always stored inside and regular maintenance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-17, 10:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Posted this over in the Craigslist thread but...

Posted this over in the Craigslist thread but maybe a member in the New Orleans area may be interested. The James Bicycle, unusual name but appears to be pretty common English 3 speed components and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-17, 10:15 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,041
Posted By El Segundo

The James Bicycle, unusual brand but fairly...

The James Bicycle, unusual brand but fairly common construction and components. Apparently "some assembly required".

http://neworleans.craigslist.org/bop/d/disassembled-bicycle/6303774711.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-17, 10:26 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

That will work, I did the same thing on my old...

That will work, I did the same thing on my old Superbe using Raleigh levers.

Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-17, 08:28 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Have not posted in awhile but I read the threads...

Have not posted in awhile but I read the threads often to keep up with everything.

I also used the Tektro R559 calipers on my Sports but replaced the Raleigh levers with Shimano BL-R550 levers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-17, 10:27 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,647,786
Posted By El Segundo

Kink in the frame behind headtube might cause...

Kink in the frame behind headtube might cause some quirky handling.

And the owner says:"Cycling Trek Multi Track 21 Speed Bicycle. This is a Very Original Lightly Used Trek Multi Track in Purple...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 11:33 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,409
Posted By El Segundo

TREK 400, just added new Gatorskins, shifting...

TREK 400, just added new Gatorskins, shifting cables and bar wrap. Ready for another season of regular use.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-17, 10:36 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,400
Posted By El Segundo

After missing out on most of 2016 biking season...

After missing out on most of 2016 biking season this 70+ year oldster is looking forward to being back on the bikes this year.

My 1988 TREK 400, new Gatorskins and shifting cables installed and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-28-15, 06:07 PM
Replies: 5,337
Views: 842,426
Posted By El Segundo

Been raining a lot. Short ride today to check the...

Been raining a lot. Short ride today to check the flooded road and trails by the river.
495556
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-15, 11:25 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,906
Posted By El Segundo

My new 1988 mountain bike came with BioPace and I...

My new 1988 mountain bike came with BioPace and I could not honestly tell any difference except for the smallest chainring, not negative just some difference. I have the Sugino OvalTech on my 1988...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-15, 08:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,833
Posted By El Segundo

:) Sorry not responsible for lost/left items...

:) Sorry not responsible for lost/left items containing cash.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-15, 07:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,833
Posted By El Segundo

Great forum made better by a great group of...

Great forum made better by a great group of people!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-15, 06:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,458
Posted By El Segundo

Nice bike! Definitely will get a lot of attention...

Nice bike! Definitely will get a lot of attention because of the frame details.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-15, 02:29 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,400
Posted By El Segundo

^ Nice bikes davesupra. Looks like studded tires...

^ Nice bikes davesupra. Looks like studded tires on the fat bike.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-15, 07:26 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,400
Posted By El Segundo

Thanks, Bill Charlie

Thanks, Bill

Charlie
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-15, 03:35 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,400
Posted By El Segundo

My '88 Diamond Back, bought new. 452757 ...

My '88 Diamond Back, bought new.
452757

'60 Raleigh Sports
452758

'88 TREK 400
452759

Specialized Roubaix
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-15, 07:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,691
Posted By El Segundo

^^+1

^^+1
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-15, 08:30 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,647,786
Posted By El Segundo

Anybody have enough leg to ride this thing? ...

Anybody have enough leg to ride this thing?

vintage bicycles (http://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/5029635469.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01313_krOjixYjRAL_600x450.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-15, 09:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,897
Posted By El Segundo

Beautiful bike, great color.

Beautiful bike, great color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-15, 08:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,647
Posted By El Segundo

I have an '88 Diamond Back and the seat post...

I have an '88 Diamond Back and the seat post cracked on it. Replace ASAP to avoid what clasher was talking about.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-15, 08:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,823
Posted By El Segundo

Beautiful bike, enjoy the ride. You can find a...

Beautiful bike, enjoy the ride. You can find a lot of TREK information at this site: Vintage Trek Bikes- Information on Steel Road Bicycles made by the Trek Bicycle Corporation, bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-15, 04:36 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 14,686
Posted By El Segundo

It does not matter if I am riding C&V or my CF I...

It does not matter if I am riding C&V or my CF I am usually the "droppee" since most of my biking companions are about 30 years younger and not hindered with joint issues yet. I will say it was nice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-15, 11:43 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,105
Posted By El Segundo

Beautiful bike and I really like the color scheme...

Beautiful bike and I really like the color scheme with the white tape and seat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-15, 03:18 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

desconhecido - Really nice job returning that...

desconhecido - Really nice job returning that bike to the road.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-15, 08:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 26,569
Posted By El Segundo

Cool bike! Looking forward to the build pictures....

Cool bike! Looking forward to the build pictures. I have an Ascent EX that I bought new in 1988, still love to ride that bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-15, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

+1

+1
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-15, 09:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 14,742
Posted By El Segundo

Just saw this thread today along with this...

Just saw this thread today along with this posting on CL from Nashville.Follis Touring Road Bike 56cm Reynolds 531 Frame Fork & most parts - $150 (Donelson, TN)
Follis Touring Road Bike 56cm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-15, 08:22 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,041
Posted By El Segundo

Rare 22" Centurion "Cinelli Equip" road bike w....

Rare 22" Centurion "Cinelli Equip" road bike w. CAMPY! 850 obo - $850 (Nashville)http://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/4944248287.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-15, 08:32 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,596
Posted By El Segundo

Nice! Turned out really nice after all the hassle...

Nice! Turned out really nice after all the hassle you went through. I really like the color scheme and fender treatment.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-15, 09:24 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 14,213
Posted By El Segundo

Here is pic of the Velo Orange stem adapter on my...

Here is pic of the Velo Orange stem adapter on my bike. I liked the way the adapter flares to the bottom of the stem giving a smoother appearance. That being said the appearance turns some folks off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-15, 09:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,915
Posted By El Segundo

I am seventy and not as flexible now. On the top...

I am seventy and not as flexible now. On the top 50%, hoods 40% and drops 10% when descending or in stiff wind.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-15, 05:58 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Nice bike! Cranks look right at home on the bike.

Nice bike! Cranks look right at home on the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-15, 10:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Thanks for the info, your bike looks really good....

Thanks for the info, your bike looks really good. Reason I was asking is that I am about ready to rework my Superbe since the recent completion of the Sports. I have wanted to change to more modern...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-15, 09:42 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

arex Really nice bike. Could you share some...

arex Really nice bike. Could you share some details on the crank and bottom bracket set-up, such as model and size? Did you use the Velo-Orange threadless? Did you do the paint?

Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-15, 07:15 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

If the wheels are in good shape I would just ride...

If the wheels are in good shape I would just ride them, nothing wrong with good steel wheels. My wheels were rusted and bent so I built a set to replace them. For the cotter removal just google that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-15, 07:10 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Beautiful bike!

Beautiful bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-15, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Nice! Japanese is the new British/Franco

Nice! Japanese is the new British/Franco
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

My Raleigh Superbe frame (21") does not have pegs...

My Raleigh Superbe frame (21") does not have pegs for a pump. Most of the pictures I have seen have the pegs, even my Sports has the pegs. Any ideas on why pegs would omitted? Was the pump and peg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-15, 06:09 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

I would say is is worth the $10.00.

I would say is is worth the $10.00.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-15, 06:06 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Looks pretty tight but when the cable is attached...

Looks pretty tight but when the cable is attached there should be more clearance under the calipers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-15, 05:48 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

I have a 1971 AW which is smooth and a 1973 AW...

I have a 1971 AW which is smooth and a 1973 AW which has the grooves same as Velocivixen's hub. So maybe the grooves were added around 1972?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-15, 12:16 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 09:30 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Nice bike, these things can get addictive. Pretty...

Nice bike, these things can get addictive. Pretty much trouble free with just some simple servicing. You are in the right thread these guys/gals have helped me a lot the last few weeks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 08:09 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Just a guess - "De Luxe"

Just a guess - "De Luxe"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 07:36 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

@Velocivixen...

@Velocivixen (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=355580) I also suspect teflon but so far have not googled the right info source.

Good luck with the wheel tomorrow.

Edit: Found it, lining...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Cables are marked "Shimano M System" and looking...

Cables are marked "Shimano M System" and looking at piece I cut off it is lined with some type slick material. Whatever the stuff is the brake action is very smooth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

I used the Shimano BL-R550, $20.72 from Niagara...

I used the Shimano BL-R550, $20.72 from Niagara Cycle, includes cables. I also bought the Tektros there.

My nearest LBS is about 18 miles away however, not very helpful with anything older then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 05:53 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

+1. I would buy the wheel regardless. Do you...

+1. I would buy the wheel regardless.

Do you know the threading on the fork steerer tube, 24tpi or 26tpi? Maybe your LBS can help find a suitable replacement.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-15, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,752
Posted By El Segundo

Good info, I will definitely be using the CR18's...

Good info, I will definitely be using the CR18's when I get around to this project. I have read and enjoyed Sheldon's articles about his experimentation with bikes. Before his death I had e-mailed...
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