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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-06, 08:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,343
Posted By Crazy-B

I had a discectomy in 1993 for severe sciatica, I...

I had a discectomy in 1993 for severe sciatica, I basically begged for surgery as the pain was so intense. I couldn't walk when I went in, and walked out of the hospital the next day with absolutely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-06, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,135
Posted By Crazy-B

Count me in.

Count me in.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 752
Posted By Crazy-B

Something like that might help these winter...

Something like that might help these winter months go by easier.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-06, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 752
Posted By Crazy-B

paramount owners

Is there a Paramount owners group similar to corvette or Porsche owners clubs or groups? If not, should there be? Harley owners group (HOG) Paramount owners group (POG)?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-06, 05:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 909
Posted By Crazy-B

I agree. I have two Techniums and the lugs are...

I agree. I have two Techniums and the lugs are identical to this one. Also internal cable routing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-06, 08:06 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,844
Posted By Crazy-B

As far as basing my opinion on one event, there...

As far as basing my opinion on one event, there is usually at least one thread a week on BF concerning bad E-bay experiences, or attempted scams or other scullduggery. I also purchased a couple items...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-06, 07:43 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 46,678
Posted By Crazy-B

Gorgeous

Gorgeous
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-06, 06:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,124
Posted By Crazy-B

Oh My!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

Oh My!! :eek: :eek: :eek:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-06, 06:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,077
Posted By Crazy-B

To me, index downtube is no big deal. I have it...

To me, index downtube is no big deal. I have it on a couple of bikes, one suntour the other Shimano 600. I have both on the friction setting. I guess it's what you get used to. On the other hand,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-06, 04:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,844
Posted By Crazy-B

After reading this thread, and others about Ebay,...

After reading this thread, and others about Ebay, it just confirms to me that Ebay is a waste of time either buying or selling. The seller, and buyer both wasted more than the 50 bucks in time effort...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-06, 03:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 853
Posted By Crazy-B

I have an 86 Traveler, nice smooth bike. You...

I have an 86 Traveler, nice smooth bike. You should enjoy it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-06, 03:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,124
Posted By Crazy-B

That makes sense, not that any of this makes any...

That makes sense, not that any of this makes any difference. Just curious.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-06, 06:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,124
Posted By Crazy-B

I figured that also, but with the tube in it you...

I figured that also, but with the tube in it you would think the weight of the valve stem would offset the hole.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-25-06, 06:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,919
Posted By Crazy-B

If reducing or moving the wallet doesn't help, I...

If reducing or moving the wallet doesn't help, I would get a second opinion. I had surgery in 93 for sciatica, and mine was caused by a damaged disc that was rubbing on the sciatic nerve in my spinal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-06, 05:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,124
Posted By Crazy-B

Wheel balance

I just noticed today while cleaning some bikes, that when I spin a wheel, it stops with the valve stem up every time, front or back. This is true with two different wheel sets, one with tires mounted...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-06, 09:52 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 9,142
Posted By Crazy-B

I have a Bianchi that is factory painted purple....

I have a Bianchi that is factory painted purple. Oh the humanity!!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-06, 07:28 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 9,142
Posted By Crazy-B

Do bicycles have titles? Even John Deere has...

Do bicycles have titles?
Even John Deere has rebadged lawnmowers with fresh horsepower tags.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-06, 07:03 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 9,142
Posted By Crazy-B

How do you know it was a fat guy in a suit if you...

How do you know it was a fat guy in a suit if you were on the phone? Troll???
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-06, 05:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,124
Posted By Crazy-B

My 88 Traveler has stock downtube shifters with...

My 88 Traveler has stock downtube shifters with safety lever brakes. My 86 has stem shifters though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-06, 05:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,124
Posted By Crazy-B

I doubt it is a Traveler if it weighs 22 pounds....

I doubt it is a Traveler if it weighs 22 pounds. My 86 and 88 both come in at about 28. How do you know it is double butted? Do you know the type of tubing?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-06, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 703
Posted By Crazy-B

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=166903...

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=166903 Do these two threads have anything in common?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-16-06, 05:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 864
Posted By Crazy-B

[QUOTE=phoebeisis]I would get an inexpensive...

[QUOTE=phoebeisis]I would get an inexpensive stand that you hook one side ofthe upper and lower parts of the rear triangle into.The "good stands" are bulky and not really suitable for spur of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-06, 08:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 864
Posted By Crazy-B

A stand is the most important tool purchase you...

A stand is the most important tool purchase you will make. Don't buy a stand that isn't stable and sturdy. A good bike shop should have several to look at and choose from.Put a bike in it before you...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-06, 06:28 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,721
Posted By Crazy-B

American Steel.

American Steel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-06, 04:11 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,180
Posted By Crazy-B

Thanks for the compliment. Since I picked up the...

Thanks for the compliment. Since I picked up the Paramount and the two Travelers, my 05 Giant sees a lot less riding time. We had 50 degree weather yesterday, and I rode a Schwinn as first choice. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-06, 06:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,180
Posted By Crazy-B

+1

+1
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-06, 01:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,180
Posted By Crazy-B

Anybody who downgrades Schwinns should ride one...

Anybody who downgrades Schwinns should ride one of these. Most of the "Schwinn's are junk proponents" weren't born when this bike was hand built with the best materials at that time, and equipped...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-06, 07:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,180
Posted By Crazy-B

My 88 Traveler. I also have an 86 Traveler in...

My 88 Traveler. I also have an 86 Traveler in black but I can't find the pic. Nice bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-06, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 952
Posted By Crazy-B

I just picked up these two today from a retired...

I just picked up these two today from a retired triathlete, and I need some advise. If I sell these, should I leave them as tri bikes or convert them back to road bikes. Are the aero bars worth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-06, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1,973
Views: 200,047
Posted By Crazy-B

Paid $95.00 for the pair. 86 Trek 1500, 90...

Paid $95.00 for the pair. 86 Trek 1500, 90 Bianchi Brava. Bought them from a retired triathlete.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-06, 05:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 796
Posted By Crazy-B

I recently traded my trunk mount rack in on a...

I recently traded my trunk mount rack in on a receiver hitch rack. Maybe it was just the type of rack, (Thule 3 place) but I had a very difficult time keeping the bikes from rubbing on each other. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-06, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By Crazy-B

http://www.classicrendezvous.com/France/Peugeot_ho...

http://www.classicrendezvous.com/France/Peugeot_home.htm
Try this site. I have a 1980 that has a checkerboard downtube.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-06, 07:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,979
Posted By Crazy-B

Thanks; I saw the Paramount and immediately knew...

Thanks; I saw the Paramount and immediately knew I had to have it. I have a couple of Schwinn Traveler's also, and if you see one of those available for a good price don't turn your nose up at it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-06, 04:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,801
Posted By Crazy-B

I have one in the basement nearly identical to...

I have one in the basement nearly identical to that one except it is badged sport instead of course on the top tube. The other decals are the same. it has 1979 rims on it,so I would say it dates from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-06, 11:51 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,979
Posted By Crazy-B

You just never know when you will run into one. I...

You just never know when you will run into one. I got this near perfect 1978 example from an LBS this year.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-05, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By Crazy-B

I put mine on the seat tube along side the bottle...

I put mine on the seat tube along side the bottle cage. works fine there. On a Giant ocr 2
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-05, 07:45 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,798
Posted By Crazy-B

Ain't you something!!

Ain't you something!!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-05, 07:41 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,609
Posted By Crazy-B

05 Giant ocr2 06 Trek 1000 78 Schwinn...

05 Giant ocr2
06 Trek 1000
78 Schwinn Paramount
86 Raleigh Technium
87 Raleigh Technium
88 Schwinn Traveler
78 Miyata Eighty
86 Bridgestone

All above currently rideable, quite a bit more...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-05, 07:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,504
Posted By Crazy-B

[QUOTE=StanSeven]. Does a bloody knee count...

[QUOTE=StanSeven].

Does a bloody knee count as "road rash" or "carpet rash"?

Carpet burn on the knee is bad. I've had that experience, but not from falling off a bicycle. ;)
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-05, 06:53 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 11,164
Posted By Crazy-B

$30,000 bass boat owned by a guy living in a...

$30,000 bass boat owned by a guy living in a trailer. $50,000 SUV owned by a guy that lives in the projects. $15,000 motorcycle owned by a kid working at Burger King. $10,000 bicycle; cheapest of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-05, 07:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,549
Posted By Crazy-B

My buddy had one back in the late 60's. Everybody...

My buddy had one back in the late 60's. Everybody lusted after it, but it was not a match for a 26" 3 speed. All I remember is my buddy peddling his a$$ off trying to keep up with the rest of us....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-05, 06:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,452
Posted By Crazy-B

It is just a really bad idea to limit any sense...

It is just a really bad idea to limit any sense of your surroundings when your life depends on your senses.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-05, 07:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,811
Posted By Crazy-B

As for the Flandria: Not all Flandria'a were...

As for the Flandria: Not all Flandria'a were Belgian. They had a factory in Portugal and France. The Belgian frames were of a higher quality, and what you had in your shop may very well have come out...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-05, 07:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,527
Posted By Crazy-B

Bickel's in Burlington, Ia.

Bickel's in Burlington, Ia.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-05, 05:26 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,774
Posted By Crazy-B

Classy. Do you have a couple of cars sitting out...

Classy. Do you have a couple of cars sitting out there also? Chickens sitting on the hoods?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-05, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 656
Posted By Crazy-B

Also better off with a shop that will stand...

Also better off with a shop that will stand behind the products they sell.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-05, 08:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,522
Posted By Crazy-B

Toe clips were the cause of one of my most...

Toe clips were the cause of one of my most embarrassing moments in life. I pulled up in front of the student union when I was in college, came to a complete stop in front of the bike rack. Shoe lace...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-05, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 656
Posted By Crazy-B

I would never ever go back to that LBS again for...

I would never ever go back to that LBS again for anything. EVER!!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-05, 08:06 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 10,737
Posted By Crazy-B

Can't believe PETA hasn't become involved in...

Can't believe PETA hasn't become involved in this. P.E.T.A.= People eating tasty animals
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-05, 05:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,419
Posted By Crazy-B

This topic seems to be a fairly regular item on...

This topic seems to be a fairly regular item on this forum, and I read these with some amusement, as I deal with this daily. I work at a small privately owned camera store, and the customer service...
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