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09-07-23, 07:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,281
Posted By Thew13

An 88 converted to 650b (with 38s) is one of my...

An 88 converted to 650b (with 38s) is one of my favorite rides. It’s one fault is no fender eyelets, which it looks like this one has.
06-26-22, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By Thew13

if you are willing to split, I am interested in...

if you are willing to split, I am interested in the shifters, rd and clamp on fd. Let me know what you’re thinking.
06-11-22, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 332
Posted By Thew13

Black or silver?

Black or silver?
05-04-22, 08:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 648
Posted By Thew13

How long is the stem?

How long is the stem?
02-17-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 514
Posted By Thew13

Thanks all! jdawginsc, I just sent you a PM....

Thanks all!

jdawginsc, I just sent you a PM.

TPL, I don't have a hub but I'll follow up if I find one.

All, thanks for pointing me to velomine. I don't love the looks of that rear wheel but...
02-17-22, 11:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 514
Posted By Thew13

Detroit, but pickings have been slim locally. I'm...

Detroit, but pickings have been slim locally. I'm happy to cover shipping for something functional and reasonably priced; probably not springing for phil hubs though :).
02-17-22, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 514
Posted By Thew13

WTB cheapish fixed rear wheel/wheelset

As the title says I'm looking for a 700c, 120mm fixed rear wheel or wheelset.

I've got an old Raleigh I'd like to try building up as a club racer style road fixed gear. It's a bit of a budget...
Forum: Touring
06-27-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,534
Posted By Thew13

You might want to think about going further...

You might want to think about going further north: ~10 yrs ago I flew into Denver, took the bus up to Lyons, then rode to Estes Park, up through RMNP, then followed the Colorado (more or less)...
01-19-20, 03:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,332
Posted By Thew13

What is the top tube length? Thanks!

What is the top tube length? Thanks!
Replies: 14
Views: 6,144
Posted By Thew13

I wonder if bike fit, or your body getting used...

I wonder if bike fit, or your body getting used to your riding position after a long time off the bike, could be a factor? I know that strain/tension in certain muscle groups in your neck can cause...
05-08-19, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,675
Posted By Thew13

Temporary paint/frame protection?

Does anyone have recommendations for a low cost, low effort frame paint/protector that will minimize rust but be easy to remove for future, permanent painting? Would car wax be a good candidate?
...
Replies: 4
Views: 2,052
Posted By Thew13

1987 Specialized Sirrus frame

This is a bit of a specific question, but what does the hive mind say a fair price would be for a 1987 Specialized Sirrus frame in good condition, but with the pain stripped? I wrecked my '88 Sirrus...
11-30-18, 06:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,044
Posted By Thew13

I'd take one of the non-filed 7 speeds, too. Sent...

I'd take one of the non-filed 7 speeds, too. Sent you a PM.
09-15-18, 09:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,072
Posted By Thew13

To close the circle on this, I swung by my local...

To close the circle on this, I swung by my local coop to drop off some donations today and they just happened to have one of those elusive uniglide/hyperglide 126mm 105 hubsets in good shape for a...
09-15-18, 07:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,072
Posted By Thew13

Thanks again for the advice, everyone. ...

Thanks again for the advice, everyone.

S28546, look for a PM. It's great to hear that you've been down this path successfully!
09-14-18, 10:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,072
Posted By Thew13

Thanks for the advice, all. T-Mar, I like...

Thanks for the advice, all.

T-Mar, I like your suggestion, especially given the apparent limited availability of uniglide cassettes. One of the things I like about the 6 spd 105 is that its just...
09-14-18, 08:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,072
Posted By Thew13

Best rear hub options for a 126mm spaced frame?

Looking for some advice from the C&V brain trust:

I'm considering building a 650b wheelset for my '88 specialized sirrus as a winter project. The bike is currently built up with an 6-speed 105...
Replies: 6
Views: 1,196
Posted By Thew13

Thanks wrk101, I appreciate the words of...

Thanks wrk101, I appreciate the words of experience and insight. What you say makes sense, particularly setting that kind of sell/donate threshold.

I think I'll put them up on my local craigslist....
Replies: 6
Views: 1,196
Posted By Thew13

I never thought they'd sell for $100, just put...

I never thought they'd sell for $100, just put that out there to speak to the broad variability in prices I'm seeing. Looking again I see sold listings on Ebay from ~$30 to $100, ranging from very...
Replies: 6
Views: 1,196
Posted By Thew13

Suntour Superbe and MKS pedals

Hi all,

Any thoughts on a reasonable price for each of these pairs of pedals?

MKS Sylvan w/ toe cages and leather straps. Good cosmetic shape, but the bearings are a tiny bit rough. I'm...
05-23-17, 05:25 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,125
Posted By Thew13

1984 Trek 720 Reynolds 531 Touring Frame 64 cm--Ann Arbor, MI

A big trek 720 frame for $40.

https://annarbor.craigslist.org/bop/6144696825.html
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By Thew13

Many thanks, all. I'll ask about the fork, and...

Many thanks, all. I'll ask about the fork, and will likely make a significantly adjusted offer.

bargainguy, off the top of your head, do you know if your frame will clear a 28c tire?
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By Thew13

1983 Peugot PSV-10, hodgpodge of newer parts

Hi all, I've been eying a PSV-10 up on a local online classifieds. It's been updated with a hodgepodge of newer parts--according to the add, a "Campagnolo Mirage 2x8 drivetrain, Mavic Aksium rear...
Replies: 18
Views: 6,916
Posted By Thew13

Someone else got to it first (much to my...

Someone else got to it first (much to my disappointment, but to my wallet's relief)! The seller was asking $200, though--sounds like it was a fair price.
Replies: 18
Views: 6,916
Posted By Thew13

OK! Here are the pictures I have of it. Let me...

OK! Here are the pictures I have of it. Let me know if you aren't able to view the images.
Replies: 18
Views: 6,916
Posted By Thew13

Almost there....

Almost there....
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By Thew13

Hello and welcome, from another new member. It...

Hello and welcome, from another new member. It sounds like you have a nice collection.
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 534
Posted By Thew13

Nice looking bike!

Nice looking bike!
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By Thew13

A little more about me: I'm located in Michigan;...

A little more about me: I'm located in Michigan; currently have two bikes--a late 90's Cannondale touring bike and a 1991 Gary Fisher Paragon.
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 655
Posted By Thew13

Hi, from another SE Michigander new to the forum.

Hi, from another SE Michigander new to the forum.
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Thew13

Welcome, and congrats on your retirement!

Welcome, and congrats on your retirement!
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By Thew13

Welcome, from another new member!

Welcome, from another new member!
Forum: Introductions
02-27-17, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By Thew13

Hello everyone

Hi all,

Introducing myself here (and hoping to rack up some posts so I can post pics!). I've been lurking for a while, especially in touring and classic/vintage forums, and am looking forward to...
Replies: 18
Views: 6,916
Posted By Thew13

Thanks all! I'll rack up some posts then come...

Thanks all! I'll rack up some posts then come back with pics. Curbtender, it's more like the 2nd image (bullmoose bars) but w/o the fluted seatpost and with what looks like a deerhead rear...
Replies: 18
Views: 6,916
Posted By Thew13

1983 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport

I'm trying to decide if I'm interested in a Stumpjumper that's been up on the local craigslist for a few days. Based on the pictures it appears to be a 1983 Stumpjumper Sport, in pretty good...
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