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Forum: Touring
09-13-16, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,231
Posted By milofilo

Touring in Late November (and showing off trek 520)

First of all, I wanted to post an update since a few months ago I had been asking for lots of mechanical bike advice. I ended up taking a class at a local shop and my trek 520 came out great!
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-17-16, 07:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,120
Posted By milofilo

Shimano RSX 7 Speed Integrated Shifters

What is the value of a set of these? Came off my 94 Trek 520. I tested them and they work, but have some scuff marks on them.
Forum: Touring
08-03-16, 06:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,727
Posted By milofilo

Waterproof vs non-waterproof panniers?

I am coming from backpacking where most packs are not waterproof-- you just line the inside with a trash bag. It's nice because it allows you to pack things outside the plastic liner but inside the...
Forum: Touring
08-03-16, 06:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 745
Posted By milofilo

Hi there, I grew up in Maine... Don't know much...

Hi there, I grew up in Maine... Don't know much about your specific route but between Portland and kittery is pretty populated so might not be the best palce to find cheap camping. You could stop...
Forum: Touring
06-24-16, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,044
Posted By milofilo

Drop Bar vs Trekking/Butterfly bars?

What are the pros and cons of drop bars vs trekking/butterfly bars for a touring bike? I am rebuilding a Trek 520 and realizing this is a kind of crucial decision point since it will determine the...
Forum: Touring
06-24-16, 06:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,094
Posted By milofilo

Trash cans? Nice!

Trash cans? Nice!
Forum: Touring
06-24-16, 06:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,094
Posted By milofilo

Panniers/frame bags on a budget?

I posted on here a few weeks ago. I am in the middle of building up a trek 520 for touring through a local bike shops build a bike class. I am super excited about it since I am trying to build on a...
Forum: Touring
06-04-16, 02:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

haha thanks!

haha thanks!
Forum: Touring
06-04-16, 01:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Hey fellow thru hiker! Do you use the folding or...

Hey fellow thru hiker! Do you use the folding or wire bead version of gatorskins? Does it matter which I get?
Forum: Touring
05-31-16, 05:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 784
Posted By milofilo

Is this a good wheel for touring and is it a good deal?

I had been posting earlier about what type of wheel to get and some people mentioned velocity dyad. I am wondering if you think this is a good deal and wheel for touring on 1994 trek 520.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-27-16, 07:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 491
Posted By milofilo

Is this Velocity Dyad front wheel a good deal at $60?

Is this Velocity Dyad front wheel a good deal?

Handlebars! Velocity Wheel! Fixed rear! Tire (http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bop/5604470006.html)

(I am a super beginner and have been posting...
Forum: Touring
05-27-16, 06:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Hmm cool. That is a very compelling argument to...

Hmm cool. That is a very compelling argument to me... Hiked CDT and 80% of PCT in zero drop shoes. Will look into gatorskins.
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 08:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Is there one particular from Velomine that is...

Is there one particular from Velomine that is good? Many of their wheels say "fixed gear" which I assume I don't want. But it looks like they only have Sun (no velocity dyads). Based on all the above...
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Can you point me to something that will explain...

Can you point me to something that will explain what you mean by "ratio-range matters more than speeds"? I am not sure I follow...
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 08:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Yes I think you are all right it's a triple not a...

Yes I think you are all right it's a triple not a double... I can't believe you can tell from that tiny photo!
https://goo.gl/photos/ecNt1rMWGXbZo2sNA
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 07:58 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

How do I tell the spacing? I measured roughly and...

How do I tell the spacing? I measured roughly and the front spacing between forks is around 4.25 inches, the back is wider, almost 6 inches (dont have a ruler with millimeters). Is there a more...
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 06:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

It looksl ike this first wheel is what you are...

It looksl ike this first wheel is what you are recommending, but it seems a bit pricy. Thoughts?
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bop/5599632927.html

Would any of these work: ...
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 06:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Ok great. so I will look for double-butted with...

Ok great. so I will look for double-butted with about 36 spokes... What about these hubs makes them good? What specs should I look for?
Forum: Touring
05-25-16, 06:01 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,411
Posted By milofilo

Wheel recommendation for touring?

I recently bought a 1994 Trek 520. I have been posting a bunch of questions so you may recognize it: https://goo.gl/photos/kShPJGkSKmsQDqURA

My next question is what kind of wheels to get to suit...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 05:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By milofilo

Yes I am glad I was able to give it to a huge...

Yes I am glad I was able to give it to a huge Campagnolo fan who cares very much about having every piece be campagnolo... I hadn't even heard of Campagnolo until two days ago.

It's also pretty...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 12:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By milofilo

Yes, I gave it to him. I wish I had known as I...

Yes, I gave it to him. I wish I had known as I probably could have asked for more, but I got a good deal on the bike so Oh well!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 10:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By milofilo

Ok I'll give it to him! Thanks!

Ok I'll give it to him! Thanks!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,557
Posted By milofilo

OK cool I will give it to him. Thanks for the...

OK cool I will give it to him. Thanks for the fast help!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 09:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By milofilo

This is my post. I thought I was selling the...

This is my post. I thought I was selling the wheel-only for $50 since I still need a skewer and now the guy is mad that it doesn't come with a skewer. What would be fair here?
Campagnolo Record...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 09:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By milofilo

Urgent: does skewer go with wheel or separate?

I sold someone a wheel and now he wants the skewer. Is that typical to give it together?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 09:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,557
Posted By milofilo

One more question! I sold a craigslist guy...

One more question!

I sold a craigslist guy the wheel and he is now asking for the quick release skewer. Is it typical for the skewer to come with the wheel?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-16, 06:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,557
Posted By milofilo

I see, so you counted the spokes to figure out it...

I see, so you counted the spokes to figure out it was 36? They all looked the same to me so this is really helpful.

I found someone on craigslist who will pay $50...He has the matching back wheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-16, 06:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Thanks everyone for your help on this! I think I...

Thanks everyone for your help on this! I think I am going to try and suit it up for light touring. I am coming from ultralight backpacking so I don't need it to carry that much weight and shouldn't...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-16, 06:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,557
Posted By milofilo

Cool. Happy to get anything out of it as I almost...

Cool. Happy to get anything out of it as I almost threw it in the dumpster yesterday!

The wheels/rims are "Nisi Evian." Is that worth anything?

Also... How do you figure out the worth? When I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,557
Posted By milofilo

Campagnolo Record Wheel value?

Posted a question about my bike in the mechanic thread and someone thought I might be able to sell or trade a wheel I am getting rid of. It's a tubular wheel and I want a clincher wheel. Does anyone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 02:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

yes the bike needs a lot of work... will...

yes the bike needs a lot of work... will definitely need a chain and different brakes/shifters... Just trying to start with the wheels so I can ride it to a community shop where I can use tools. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 02:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Sure, I am in Chicago. Here are some photos...

Sure, I am in Chicago.

Here are some photos of the front wheel hub. Looks like it's a Campagnolo Record 700c?

https://goo.gl/photos/8ceN4BuTJ7FJ5FaFA
https://goo.gl/photos/xEz1meaByq6AShZC8
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 02:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

This is the bike, got it for $100. ...

This is the bike, got it for $100.

https://goo.gl/photos/9AY4dyPaZ5B1vCFa9
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 02:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Yes, exactly. I pulled off the tire and it was...

Yes, exactly. I pulled off the tire and it was glued to the wheel. The bike shop guy said I would have to reglue it every time I got a flat.

I just bought the bike this morning so I don't know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 02:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Yes-- I believe the front wheel is not the...

Yes-- I believe the front wheel is not the original. It does not have a proper rim and would be very hard to change according to the bike repair guy. I got a tire for the back wheel which is OK. See...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Ok.. Now a wheel recommendation

Just ran across the street to my bike shop and got one of these! Unfortunately I apparently have a special wheel that is very difficult to change tubes so I need a new wheel also. Any recommendations...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-16, 12:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Posted By milofilo

Embarrassingly basic question... How do I find my tire and tube size?

Just bought a Trek 520, I think it's from 1994 and the tires are so shredded I can barely read them. On the metal it says 700c, but on the tire it says 28-622 as well as some other illegible numbers....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-16, 02:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 777
Posted By milofilo

Thanks! I am getting it tomorrow. Super excited.

Thanks! I am getting it tomorrow. Super excited.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-16, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 777
Posted By milofilo

Thinking about buying this... Is it worth it?

Trek 520 barn find (http://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/bik/5597467536.html)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-27-16, 10:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By milofilo

Thanks!!

Thanks!!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-26-16, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By milofilo

Roadmaster Orlando... Is it worth $40?

Found this on craigslist.. What is it worth?

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/fuo/5509998652.html
Forum: Touring
03-26-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,167
Posted By milofilo

Thanks for all the advice! I am a little...

Thanks for all the advice! I am a little overwhelmed by all I have to learn about bikes.. I think I will be trying out some different bikes and see if I can find a good fit. It's a little...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-26-16, 07:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,564
Posted By milofilo

Thanks everyone! I am probably going to skip it...

Thanks everyone! I am probably going to skip it for now as I am not psyched about steel rims. If you ever need a vintage bike in chicago this guy is pretty cool! Kevin Thornton Bikes - 35 Photos & 28...
Forum: Touring
03-26-16, 07:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By milofilo

WOW thank you all so much for the help... I just...

WOW thank you all so much for the help... I just stumbled across this forum and am blown away by all the generosity to help out a complete beginner. Thanks again!
Forum: Touring
03-26-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By milofilo

How could I tell if the wheels, hubs and bbs are...

How could I tell if the wheels, hubs and bbs are good on this bike? I emailed the owner and believe it is the right size but am worried about the possibility of getting a worn out bike or a bike in...
Forum: Touring
03-26-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By milofilo

Thanks for the resources! Super excited to learn...

Thanks for the resources! Super excited to learn about the traillink site and I am signing up for a maintenance class!
Forum: Touring
03-20-16, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By milofilo

Choice between two bikes for short touring.

Hi all, I know basically nothing about bikes. I live in Chicago and use the bike share bikes to commute to work year round.

I am looking for a bike to start some short touring trips around the...
Forum: Touring
03-20-16, 03:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,167
Posted By milofilo

Best Bikes for ultralight touring?

Sorry if this has been asked before, but I have been seeing a lot about the go-to traditional touring bikes (trek 520, surly LHT, etc). I am wondering what people recommend for lighter loads. I am...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-16, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,564
Posted By milofilo

Jeunet Franche Comte

Sorry... no picture :(

Just saw this bike on craigslist and said I would think about it. Has been fixed up so its in good working condition... new tires, brake pads, etc. Said he taken apart and...
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