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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-19, 07:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 885
Posted By Mainah

I'm guessing early 80's Lotus, either an Odyssey...

I'm guessing early 80's Lotus, either an Odyssey or Legend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,822
Posted By Mainah

Paging randyjawa from 2012. Great build! What...

Paging randyjawa from 2012. Great build! What bars are those? Moustache? I recently came into possession of a '78 Grand Jubilee that's a touch too big for me, and I'm thinking some type of swept...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-16, 05:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,893
Posted By Mainah

Score! You're gonna love it.

Score! You're gonna love it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-16, 01:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,893
Posted By Mainah

This claim is often made with Lemond frames, and...

This claim is often made with Lemond frames, and frankly it doesn't make much sense to me. It's true that Lemond frames tend to have slightly longer top tubes compared to comparably sized road frames...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-16, 05:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,191
Posted By Mainah

Broken link repaired: Eclair...

Broken link repaired: Eclair (http://www.vintagelotusbicycles.com/Eclair.php)

I think you'll enjoy this one. I've got an '81 Odyssey that I love.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-16, 10:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,916
Posted By Mainah

Super helpful - thanks!

Super helpful - thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-16, 10:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,916
Posted By Mainah

OK, but any idea what this type of work would...

OK, but any idea what this type of work would normally run? I'm curious about this too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-16, 07:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,608
Posted By Mainah

Those Poprads really are fine rides. And that's...

Those Poprads really are fine rides. And that's a beaut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,693
Posted By Mainah

This is the kind of wheelbuilding mechanic I'm...

This is the kind of wheelbuilding mechanic I'm destined to be. Sounds like they fell into the right hands:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 10:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,693
Posted By Mainah

Thanks for this info. Are spoke end nippers...

Thanks for this info. Are spoke end nippers still used today in wheelbuilding?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 09:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,693
Posted By Mainah

Does anyone tell me more about this tool?

I recently picked up a random assortment of C&V bike tooks, including this one:
522649522650522651

It's engraved with the word "ELDI" and # "370". Based on some internet sleuthing, it looks it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-16, 07:06 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,915
Posted By Mainah

I've wondered about this too. Although I suppose...

I've wondered about this too. Although I suppose if you spend a lot of time in the drops (as I gather was more common back then), moving your hand to the downtube to shift is about the same amount...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-16, 05:52 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

Here's a dapper old gent outside of Boston. Not...

Here's a dapper old gent outside of Boston. Not sure what's going on with that front end, but it looks interesting.

Schwinn Phaeton barn find...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-16, 08:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,885
Posted By Mainah

This handsome Windsor was recently posted over in...

This handsome Windsor was recently posted over in the eBay/CL thread:
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Maybe you could rig up a similar type of U-Lock holster from the top tube, considering your seat tube is occupied by the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-12-16, 07:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By Mainah

I had to pass on this nice wheelset, so they're...

I had to pass on this nice wheelset, so they're still available. And a screaming deal at that. Somebody jump on this.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-12-16, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By Mainah

FS Brooks Professional

SOLD!

I bought this saddle from @dailycommute (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=192443) a couple months ago, and discovered it was incompatible with my keister after ~50 miles. I've gone...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-12-16, 06:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By Mainah

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-16, 07:05 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

Zipline water bottle holder.

Zipline water bottle holder.
Forum: Northeast
05-08-16, 09:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,888
Posted By Mainah

Camden Hills State Park is indeed a great place...

Camden Hills State Park is indeed a great place to set up camp, has good amenities for a state park, and is not too far out of town. Camden is one of two places on the eastern seaboard where the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-16, 06:41 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/5570871905.h...

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/5570871905.html

Merckx Frame - $500 (Somerville) image 1 of 6http://images.craigslist.org/01414_j3LFtcZXv5B_600x450.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-16, 07:40 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

https://boston.craigslist.org/sob/bik/5569797935.h...

https://boston.craigslist.org/sob/bik/5569797935.html

Pinarello - Vintage Italian Racing Bike - $800 (East Bridgewater)

image 1 of 6http://images.craigslist.org/00T0T_hRbvOlwa5uw_600x450.jpg
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-16, 09:15 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

That's a nice one, for sure. Looks a bit bigger...

That's a nice one, for sure. Looks a bit bigger than 56cm though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-16, 02:16 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/5567039567.h...

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/5567039567.html

VINTAGE Fuji Ace Road Bike - $185 (Chestnut Hill) image 1 of 5http://images.craigslist.org/00606_kBIrvPCCVA1_600x450.jpg




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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-16, 12:12 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

I don't know a thing about Peugeot's, but this...

I don't know a thing about Peugeot's, but this has some shiny bits that make me wonder if the seller might be undervaluing his shed find. At the very least, the drillium cranks could recoup a fair...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-16, 09:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,738
Posted By Mainah

Killer! Love the "RHM" engraved rivets.

Killer! Love the "RHM" engraved rivets.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-16, 06:15 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 36,345
Posted By Mainah

Now THAT'S the life!

Now THAT'S the life!
Forum: Northeast
04-28-16, 07:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,888
Posted By Mainah

Broken link reparado: Bench Time & Workshops -...

Broken link reparado: Bench Time & Workshops - Portland Gear Hub (http://portlandgearhub.org/workshops/). (Never been there - Looks cool!)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-16, 06:13 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 36,345
Posted By Mainah

Hey gomango, how do you like that ECR, especially...

Hey gomango, how do you like that ECR, especially in comparison to the Fargo? Someday soonish I hope to pick up a go-anywhere bikepacking rig, and these are two standout options.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-16, 09:58 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

Now that's a stem!

Now that's a stem!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-16, 10:39 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

Mind sharing the frame measurements? The listing...

Mind sharing the frame measurements? The listing still doesn't have that info.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-16, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 881
Posted By Mainah

Oops - that's what you get when you miss checking...

Oops - that's what you get when you miss checking your forum for a few days. Apologies.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-16, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 881
Posted By Mainah

Can you draw a bicycle from memory?

I got a kick out of this art project (apologies if this is a re-post - search didn't turn up anything):

Gianluca Gimini - *product design & visual communication - homepage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,092
Posted By Mainah

¡ǝɔᴉu

¡ǝɔᴉu
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-16, 09:12 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

That must be PugRider 's bike. He put...

That must be PugRider 's bike. He put considerable effort into the overhaul: http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1027572-peugeot-iseran-mixte-project.html
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-16, 03:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,253
Posted By Mainah

This cold response didn't sound like the C&V...

This cold response didn't sound like the C&V crowd I'm familiar with, so I dug up your original post out of curiosity: http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1040925-should-i-make-project.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-16, 07:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

I think this sentiment is widely shared...which...

I think this sentiment is widely shared...which is why late model Lemonds are great bargains IMHO. I have one (a Croix de Fer), and I think the ride quality is fantastic. You could buy yourself a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-17-16, 03:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 669
Posted By Mainah

I'll take that off your hands! Email on the...

I'll take that off your hands! Email on the way...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-16, 06:04 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,153,444
Posted By Mainah

Stupid question, but why would someone chop a...

Stupid question, but why would someone chop a frame like that?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-16, 06:47 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 52,964
Posted By Mainah

Wow, fantastic stuff in this thread! ...

Wow, fantastic stuff in this thread! Incidentally, does anyone know if the Lemolo bag folks are still in business? My google sleuthing led me to a pretty old tumblr, but couldn't find a storefront.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-16, 08:01 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,310
Posted By Mainah

I agree, something like this would really help...

I agree, something like this would really help davester in both regards:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-696GhJ2/0/M/i-696GhJ2-M.jpg (https://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-BzvHt2/i-696GhJ2/A)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-16, 06:11 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,310
Posted By Mainah

You can't beat a swatch of leather for style...

You can't beat a swatch of leather for style points. I imagine this would work equally well on the downtube, and you could even wrap a more rigid sheath (ie: stainless steel shim stock) underneath...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-15, 09:03 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,960
Posted By Mainah

Just curious -- what two modern steel bikes are...

Just curious -- what two modern steel bikes are on your wish list?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-15, 07:55 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,042
Posted By Mainah

Yeah, that was one of the comments that had...

Yeah, that was one of the comments that had sparked my curiosity. Also: http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/675567-531-vs-tange-2-a.html had a similar post re. Tange tubing... and a few others...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-15, 07:07 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,042
Posted By Mainah

Wow - Gorgeous bikes!

Wow - Gorgeous bikes!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-15, 07:06 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,042
Posted By Mainah

Chas, fascinating read - thanks! So I gather any...

Chas, fascinating read - thanks! So I gather any generalized negative reputation for ride quality out of Japan may simply stem from a bad rap from the early days of their production efforts....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-15, 10:22 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,042
Posted By Mainah

Lots of interesting info here - thanks! ...

Lots of interesting info here - thanks!



Definitely not my intention. I have seen several casual mentions of this sentiment on multiple threads, did a search to learn more but didn't find...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-15, 04:45 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,042
Posted By Mainah

Do Japanese frames really have a "dead" ride quality?

I've seen several folks on this sub mention that Japanese steel frames are often well built, but tend to have a "sterile" or "dead" ride quality to them. I'm curious to know if this is a widely held...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-15, 06:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,106
Posted By Mainah

Nice build! Steel Lemonds are one of the most...

Nice build! Steel Lemonds are one of the most undervalued bikes, IMO. They fall between C&V and modern, so they generally don't get too much attention, but most of them were built with...
Forum: Northeast
07-06-15, 05:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,888
Posted By Mainah

A GREAT...

A GREAT (https://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/travel/2014/10/04/portland-culinary-boom/vihcaqFHkeQM3BAZegxCGM/story.html) food and beer stop.
Forum: Northeast
06-25-15, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,037
Posted By Mainah

+1 on Pleasant Hill Rd - a lovely ride through...

+1 on Pleasant Hill Rd - a lovely ride through farmlands and woods. 'Wild Oats' is the name of that sandwich place in the Tontine. Great bakery as well. There's also 'Big Top Deli' for sandwiches...
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