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Search: Posts Made By: Chef Bigs
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Forum: Touring
05-08-12, 04:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,049
Posted By Chef Bigs

I use a flat bar with clip on aero bars. More...

I use a flat bar with clip on aero bars. More comfortable for me and the aero bars allow me to stretch out my back and duck into a headwind.
Forum: Touring
04-04-12, 08:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,891
Posted By Chef Bigs

Great letter. I'm new to this whole touring game...

Great letter. I'm new to this whole touring game and your website not only provided loads of information but was also very inspiring. I look forward to reading your books soon. Don't know if you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-12, 02:06 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 11,477
Posted By Chef Bigs

So, where is the box now?

So, where is the box now?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 11:13 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 11,477
Posted By Chef Bigs

Did you get it yet Frantik?

Did you get it yet Frantik?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-12, 03:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,464
Posted By Chef Bigs

27" tire opinions. Pasela vs. Zaffiro.

The time has come to replace the tires on my daily commuter. They have been mismatched for a while and it finally got the best of me. I have done some research and people seem to go with one or the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-11, 09:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By Chef Bigs

That makes me want to build one of those. I have...

That makes me want to build one of those. I have a pannier itch that needs scratching. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-11, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,132
Posted By Chef Bigs

Well, they are old enough to be 'classic' &...

Well, they are old enough to be 'classic' & 'vintage'. :P
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-11, 05:03 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 11,477
Posted By Chef Bigs

Glad the crap is on the move again. Clearly, it...

Glad the crap is on the move again. Clearly, it is living up to its name.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-11, 03:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,410
Posted By Chef Bigs

I'm a fingers only guy. I see the grease and...

I'm a fingers only guy. I see the grease and grime stains as badges of honor. I wish my gf saw them the way I do. :(
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,297
Posted By Chef Bigs

If you're not going to enjoy it then pass it on...

If you're not going to enjoy it then pass it on to a new home. What size are you looking for in a mixte? I have a neighbor that has a Takara.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 03:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,042
Posted By Chef Bigs

Sticker of the year!:lol:

Sticker of the year!:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 03:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,759
Posted By Chef Bigs

So does that mean his Paramount will hit...

So does that mean his Paramount will hit ludicrous speed? :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 02:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,297
Posted By Chef Bigs

I say rebuild it and enjoy it. I'm also biased...

I say rebuild it and enjoy it. I'm also biased in the sense that I'm in the process of rebuild a vintage mixte of my own. Also, if you don't want that rack I'm pretty sure you're not that far from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 02:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,344
Posted By Chef Bigs

That's a seriously cool bike. I love all the...

That's a seriously cool bike. I love all the little bits of innovation on it. That top tube design is crazy. It looks so nice and is begging to be ridden.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-11, 02:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,973
Posted By Chef Bigs

I'm pretty sure all of the Pedro's pumps are for...

I'm pretty sure all of the Pedro's pumps are for both valves.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-11, 04:18 AM
Replies: 412
Views: 21,915
Posted By Chef Bigs

Nice to see that the box isn't dead in the water...

Nice to see that the box isn't dead in the water anymore. I do see some Benotto tape in there. That made me laugh. That picture is making me very excited about receiving it. Looks like at this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-11, 05:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,669
Posted By Chef Bigs

That's dang impressive. Always good to see that...

That's dang impressive. Always good to see that people are willing to try to save what others consider trash.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-11, 02:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,559
Posted By Chef Bigs

WOW! They went all out on that bad boy.

WOW! They went all out on that bad boy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-11, 02:06 AM
Replies: 412
Views: 21,915
Posted By Chef Bigs

So this whole process is now...

So this whole process is now constipated......great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-11, 06:40 PM
Replies: 412
Views: 21,915
Posted By Chef Bigs

Please tell me this isn't going to crap.

Please tell me this isn't going to crap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-11, 02:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,107
Posted By Chef Bigs

Thanks for the help everybody. I'm really...

Thanks for the help everybody. I'm really excited to tackle this project soon. I'll keep you all posted on how it turns out. Pretty sure this one is going to be my winter project so I can take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-11, 03:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,107
Posted By Chef Bigs

It's not in bad enough shape to warrant a full...

It's not in bad enough shape to warrant a full repaint. Just needs some attention in a few spots to really make it shine. I'll most likely use nail polish and then a nice wax over the top.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-11, 09:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,107
Posted By Chef Bigs

Unfortunately I am going to have to deal with...

Unfortunately I am going to have to deal with rust removal during the cleaning process so touch up paint and wax are going to be the best bet to keep the frame in good shape. I wish all it took was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-11, 09:34 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,583
Posted By Chef Bigs

That bike turned out beautiful. With all these...

That bike turned out beautiful. With all these parts you're posting up I can't wait to see how the second one turns out. Old Schwinn for the win!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-11, 09:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,107
Posted By Chef Bigs

Frame Wax Input

I am about to start cleaning and polishing my mixte frame. I have read a lot about how to address most of the problems I will encounter while doing this. The only thing I haven't decided on is the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-11, 08:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,169
Posted By Chef Bigs

Nice score! Those Mafac levers look great. Any...

Nice score! Those Mafac levers look great. Any way of getting a close up shot of the lever guards. I've never seen those before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-11, 11:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,767
Posted By Chef Bigs

Drool........

Drool........
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-11, 10:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,727
Posted By Chef Bigs

That must be one heck of a jump when switching...

That must be one heck of a jump when switching chainrings. I'm starting to think that I need an orange bike at this point.

The Merckx is gorgeous too, especially the drillium.

I wish I met...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-11, 01:05 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,226
Posted By Chef Bigs

Looks great. I like the colors of the repaint. ...

Looks great. I like the colors of the repaint. I'm sure she is happy with her new ride. Great job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-11, 08:02 PM
Replies: 412
Views: 21,915
Posted By Chef Bigs

So, where the in the crap is the box o' crap?

So, where the in the crap is the box o' crap?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-11, 03:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,211
Posted By Chef Bigs

Love it. The chainguard is sweet. It has a...

Love it. The chainguard is sweet. It has a great patina to it. I even like the reflector circle. What a great find. Can't wait to see it all spiffed up and road ready again.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-11, 04:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,246
Posted By Chef Bigs

I'm sure there is a special place in hell for...

I'm sure there is a special place in hell for bike thieves. That totally sucks. Here's to hoping you get it returned.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-11, 03:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,416
Posted By Chef Bigs

I think yours is a bit nicer than mine Randy. I...

I think yours is a bit nicer than mine Randy. I do love the French flag on the seat stay where it meets the seat tube on yours. You don't have a pump on any of those do you? I would love to have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-11, 03:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,416
Posted By Chef Bigs

My New to me Jeunet Franche-Compte Mixte

Finally, I found a mixte. I have been looking at one for quite some time now. It's in decent shape but definitely needs some tlc. Luckily, even though it apparently sat for some time, it was well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-11, 08:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,577
Posted By Chef Bigs

The combination of the chrome stays, the disc,...

The combination of the chrome stays, the disc, the old metal cable guide, and the 600 Arabesque derailleur is absolutely beautiful. Feel free to send me a link of the rest of the bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-19-11, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,124
Posted By Chef Bigs

It's funny you commented on this Randy. Your...

It's funny you commented on this Randy. Your page/bike was one of the ones I was looking at as part of my research on the bike. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-11, 04:00 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,751
Posted By Chef Bigs

I'm 27 and have been collecting vintage things...

I'm 27 and have been collecting vintage things since I was a teenager. I'm really glad that my collecting finally came to vintage bikes. I'm in good shape, I get to turn a wrench, and best of all,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-11, 03:57 AM
Replies: 412
Views: 21,915
Posted By Chef Bigs

+1. Where are the pics?

+1. Where are the pics?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-17-11, 04:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,124
Posted By Chef Bigs

Jeunet Franche-Comte Mixte

Let me preface this with I have been in the market for a vintage mixte and this one popped up. I know that it is going to be French threaded and French all around. I have the VO cartridge bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-11, 10:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,490
Posted By Chef Bigs

Thanks for the compliment and the upgrade. So far...

Thanks for the compliment and the upgrade. So far I'm loving it. I can already tell that it's going to be a great tool and a great marketplace.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-11, 09:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,490
Posted By Chef Bigs

Just used it this morning to look up some parts. ...

Just used it this morning to look up some parts. Great site you have there. I think it's even cooler that it was somebody local. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-11, 04:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By Chef Bigs

Thanks for all the advice. I called my LBS and...

Thanks for all the advice. I called my LBS and they have some in stock. I'm going to be on the safe side and replace them all. They said they only sold them in quantities of 144 (why don't they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-11, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By Chef Bigs

How bad would it be to run with 24 & 25 then?

How bad would it be to run with 24 & 25 then?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-11, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By Chef Bigs

Found this in another Super Course thread. Looks...

Found this in another Super Course thread. Looks like I did lose 1. :notamused: Time to go to the LBS and buy 1 freaking bearing. Oh well. At least it will be back on the road again.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-11, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By Chef Bigs

1978 Raleigh Super Course Mk. II Headset Question

Ok, so before I repack the headset with grease I wanted to know how many loose ball bearings are supposed to be in the headset. I think I read 24 on top and bottom. I'm worried that I may have lost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-11, 09:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,553
Posted By Chef Bigs

What bar wrap is that and where did you get it?

What bar wrap is that and where did you get it?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-11, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 888
Posted By Chef Bigs

The bike didn't look that big to me initially...

The bike didn't look that big to me initially until I realized the size of the frame in comparison to the wheels. HOLY GIANT BIKE!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-11, 09:16 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 29,117
Posted By Chef Bigs

I have always loved the Cinelli yellow.

I have always loved the Cinelli yellow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-11, 09:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,613
Posted By Chef Bigs

You going to go with black cloth for the wrap?

You going to go with black cloth for the wrap?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-11, 04:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,091
Posted By Chef Bigs

Since I shattered my elbow I have been thinking...

Since I shattered my elbow I have been thinking of getting a trainer. My legs are itching to ride and I don't want to lose my endurance. Any suggestions to pass on? (Sorry about the threadjack but...
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