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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-14, 06:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,401
Posted By ctparent

If something offends then by all means skip it. ...

If something offends then by all means skip it.

The shoes are made of "Lorica" which is an Italian made artificial leather. I first saw it in my late 80's (or early 90's) Sidi mountain bike shoes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-14, 09:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,401
Posted By ctparent

I have these in the SPD version. I use them with...

I have these in the SPD version. I use them with no cleats (but the Vittoria flat insert in the SPD hole) on quill pedals/clips/straps.

After getting used to not pulling my foot out with the flat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-14, 05:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

Thanks 'Block.

Thanks 'Block.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-14, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

>>> For what it's worth, Velocals offers...

>>> For what it's worth, Velocals offers different stickers for the same bike model.

I called Velocals about the "Professional" decals since they only had "Super Record" decals/stickers listed.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-14, 06:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

Hi Bigblock, Thanks for the post. Nothing...

Hi Bigblock,

Thanks for the post. Nothing that I have seen anywhere explains why the new Gios in Italy established the sales-prevention policy of shipping nothing.

If they see the value in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-14, 09:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

Thanks repechage. I understand about the...

Thanks repechage.

I understand about the decal vs. "sticker" concept.

I have a spray setup and some 2-part clear. But considering the setup and cleanup time involved, I may well try the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-14, 06:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

Many Thanks for the info. I understand from...

Many Thanks for the info.

I understand from Gios that they refuse to ship anything. You must travel to them.

How this remarkable policy will work for them is unclear to me, but presumably there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-14, 05:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

To clarify: The stickers in the pic are new...

To clarify:

The stickers in the pic are new replacements and currently not coated or varnished.

The originals were also vinyl stickers, but had a very yellowed coating (or "varnish") over them....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-14, 05:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

>>> I think you are calling self adhesive...

>>> I think you are calling self adhesive stickers decals.

Yes. I lack precision in web forum terminology. That plus elevator farts are my main shortfalls.

Thanks for the feedback.

I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-14, 03:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By ctparent

1983/84 Gios Professional Decals. Clearcoat of not?

I have seen pics of the 1983 and 1984 Gios "Professional" frames. It seems that there is conflicting evidence regarding the decals. Some seem to have a very yellowed (so maybe original?) clear coat....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-14, 06:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,164
Posted By ctparent

>>> Do a search on here for more info there is...

>>> Do a search on here for more info there is tons of shall we say "heated".... well atleast warm debate on the subject.

Thanks for the suggestion, but I'm really more looking for objective info...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-14, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,164
Posted By ctparent

Thanks for the outlook. It is certainly a widely...

Thanks for the outlook. It is certainly a widely held point of view.

I used my Syncro II levers for many years in the late 80's and early 90's. I made a minor mod to the blue insert and found it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-14, 02:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,902
Posted By ctparent

Any source for Sachs ARIS Freewheel cogs?

Any source for Sachs ARIS Freewheel cogs? A few of the freewheels are still around, but the cogs - once plentiful - seem understandably gone.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-14, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,164
Posted By ctparent

Many thanks for the replies. I just got a 1984...

Many thanks for the replies. I just got a 1984 Gios Professional up and running with a pile of older parts and the non-slant C-record derailleur is a little hesitant at times - which is just how I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-14, 10:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,164
Posted By ctparent

Which early Chorus (or other) slant derailleur works with Syncro II?

I just mistakenly posted this question in the appraisals forum, so to try again,...

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I am trying to get a setup together using my ancient Campagnolo Syncro II downtube...
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