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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-21-11, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 978
Posted By wrey

Speed and Research Products, "The Outback"

As near as i can tell this is a 1985 Speed and Research Products Outback. It's a high end mt bike that rivals the Ritcheys, Fishers and Steve Potts of the era. This particular model came equipped...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-28-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,583
Posted By wrey

1984 Ross Mountain Bike

1984 Ross Mt Whitney. I've had this for quite some time....its in amazing shape. I'm thinking of selling it Whats it worth?

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/MtWhitney1Medium.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-08, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 632
Posted By wrey

Can this be saved?

It there anything i can do to save this saddle? Or am I better off tossing it? I was thinking of soaking the seat in something then tigetening it to see if i could pull it back into shape, but I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-08, 09:53 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

This was a recent score on Craigslist. An early...

This was a recent score on Craigslist. An early 90's Fisher Gemini. I had been looking for a tandem recently, and as it turns out this was a really good deal. My wife and I took it for the first...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-08, 12:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,747
Posted By wrey

Got a C&V car to haul their C&V bikes?

Does anybody also drive a C&V car to haul their C&V bikes? Its my guess that folks that ride C&V bikes are likely also driving C&V cars. If so lets see it!! I drive a 1982 VW Quantum, gets over...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-08, 12:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,004
Posted By wrey

Well it sure looks like the old Ritchey Ascent...

Well it sure looks like the old Ritchey Ascent from 86-89.


http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/ritchey-ascent-1986.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-08, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,004
Posted By wrey

Yes, the BB is welded, not lugged. And I was...

Yes, the BB is welded, not lugged. And I was also struck that this was Ritchey-like in design.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,004
Posted By wrey

Who made this old Mt bike frame?

I picked up this Novara mt bike today. It was virtually free so I couldn’t pass it up. I’ve never seen an old Novara like this. I’m curious if anybody knows who made this for REI? It seems like a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-08, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

Picked this StumpJumper up to $15 today. It has...

Picked this StumpJumper up to $15 today. It has XT shifters, cranks, rear hub, brakes, and front derailer. The rear derailer is a crappy shimano STX, and the front hub is also low level shimano. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-08, 11:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,945
Posted By wrey

My Nishiki International. Its a '77 or '78. ...

My Nishiki International. Its a '77 or '78. With the Tektro aero levers and brooks professional its a comfortable commuter.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-07, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

$15 for a Dahon Getaway V. It rides as is but...

$15 for a Dahon Getaway V. It rides as is but needs some maintenance as usuall. Not sure what I'll do with this one.

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/DahonBefore5Medium.jpg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-27-07, 08:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,265
Posted By wrey

$15 Dahon -- Garbage? Keeper?

Ok, let me first say I this is my first post here in the folding bike forum, but I have lurked a few times. I always thought it would be neat to have a folding bike, but I had never owned one till...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-07, 08:25 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,332
Posted By wrey

Great score. Awesome detailing job too. I'd be...

Great score. Awesome detailing job too. I'd be proud to cruise that around town!

Do you have any "before" pictures to share?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-07, 10:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,288
Posted By wrey

Is anybody using Bullseye hubs on their C&V ride?

So I’ve got a set of black Bullseye hubs. The are in fantastic shape, just a little dusty from sitting in a parts bin for several years. I’m thinking of lacing them to a set of 700c wheels and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-07, 10:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,166
Posted By wrey

'78 Nishiki ...

'78 Nishiki

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/InternationalAfter15Medium.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-07, 09:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,665
Posted By wrey

That’s a nice bike with quality parts. For my...

That’s a nice bike with quality parts. For my area that is priced well. If this bike fits you, and you like it, it’s a good deal. I have those Suntour derailers on a couple bikes, they shift well....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-07, 09:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,848
Posted By wrey

Great looking bike!! My '56-'57 Steyr Tourist De...

Great looking bike!! My '56-'57 Steyr Tourist De Luxe has the same lube port on the BB.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-07, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,954
Posted By wrey

The layback BMX post is just great. Good idea,...

The layback BMX post is just great. Good idea, and looks super smooth!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-07, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By wrey

Great looking bikes! The Mens '76 looks like it...

Great looking bikes! The Mens '76 looks like it will be a sweet rider. Definatley a good catch!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-07, 12:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,576
Posted By wrey

DONE!! Took 24 hrs which is probably as fast as...

DONE!! Took 24 hrs which is probably as fast as I have ever done a complete refurbishing. Luckily it was a pretty clean bike to begin with which made things easy. So in all, I added new levers,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-07, 10:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,481
Posted By wrey

I love the chain rings. That is a good looking...

I love the chain rings. That is a good looking bike. I would definatley reccomend the Tektro levers, they are very comfy. The Cane Creek levers are nice too, but a bit more money.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-07, 10:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,576
Posted By wrey

Yeah, I guess I am, I now have 16 bikes in my...

Yeah, I guess I am, I now have 16 bikes in my garage. I've been flipping a few bikes to finance a new Cyclocross bike...........I still havent decided what to buy yet. Mostly I just enjoy the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-07, 10:21 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

Picked up a Nishiki International and a Schwinn...

Picked up a Nishiki International and a Schwinn Traveller today for $15 each. I plan to ride the International for awhile. I'll flip the Traveller asap.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-07, 09:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,576
Posted By wrey

Thanks for the info guys! Well I hit 2 local...

Thanks for the info guys!

Well I hit 2 local bike shops. At Performance I got 27x1 1/8 Kevlar belted tires, and a set of tubes. At City Bikes I got a pair of Aero Tektro levers. I cleaned...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-07, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,576
Posted By wrey

Nishiki International project PICS

I picked up this Nishiki International today for $15. It’s a nice bike with no major issues other than being neglected. Suntour Cyclone derailers, 27 inch alloy wheels, Super Maxy cranks, Cast...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-12-07, 09:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 920
Posted By wrey

I took my daughter on the bridge pedal today. We...

I took my daughter on the bridge pedal today. We had a really good time. The worst part was the 25 minute wait at the entrance to the Ross Island Bridge.....see pic! Otherwise it was smooth...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-12-07, 03:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,385
Posted By wrey

Diamondback Mt Bike Conversion before and after

Just Finished this Diamondback Ascent Ex. I think 86-87 era. Thought I'd share the pics. Gearing is 36/16. The first Mt bike I ever rode was a Diamondback Ascent EX a friend of mine got for his...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-07, 10:11 PM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 182,510
Posted By wrey

I believe this is an ’85 Rockhopper. It’s a 22...

I believe this is an ’85 Rockhopper. It’s a 22 inch frame. I want to trade this frame for a 20 inch frame of the same era. This frame is clean and straight with no dents or dings. No cracks or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-07, 07:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,963
Posted By wrey

Neat, I think its a great idea! It looks kinda...

Neat, I think its a great idea! It looks kinda cool too. I cant beleive I have never seen another bike with this feature.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-07, 06:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,963
Posted By wrey

Spare Spokes or Chainstay protector??? {PICS}

So is this a crazy way to carry spare spokes onboard, or an ingenious chain stay protector? As you can see there are 3 spokes strung to the top of the drive side chain stay. The spokes are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-28-07, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By wrey

Oldschool 16.5" Single Speed project complete [PICS]

Here is a pretty neat older Fuji Mt Bike I converted to a single speed. I bought the bike as a project knowing I could never ride it because it is too small for me. The frame is a tiny 16.5 inches....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-07, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

Picked up an '80 Schwinn traveller today. Should...

Picked up an '80 Schwinn traveller today. Should clean up real nice for a quick flip.
http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/IMG_8571Medium.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-07, 09:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,729
Posted By wrey

BTW Bikedude, that Voyager is gorgeous!!

BTW Bikedude, that Voyager is gorgeous!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-07, 09:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,729
Posted By wrey

Good point, most bikes arent steel anymore!!! ...

Good point, most bikes arent steel anymore!!! Just to keep the chrome going, here is my 1984 Torker....

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/IMG_8380Medium.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-07, 09:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,729
Posted By wrey

What happened to chrome plated bikes?

Why so few chrome plated bikes these days? Is it cost? Environmental issues? I picked up this old school Fuji today, and I’m converting it to a single speed. It’s a low end beater bike, but the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-07, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

Picked up this Miyata Ninety a couple days ago...

Picked up this Miyata Ninety a couple days ago for $15. Fenders were pretty tore up and chain was broken, but otherwise a very solid bike. A total of 9 refelectors were removed in the process.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,971
Posted By wrey

Looks like a good deal to me. But Ive been...

Looks like a good deal to me. But Ive been wanting a Bianchi like that for awhile now. You really cant go wrong, especially since you are able to pick it up and avoid shipping!! Love the saddle. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 07:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,452
Posted By wrey

No...the first one was too small, and the 2nd is...

No...the first one was too small, and the 2nd is too big. Here are pics of the finished machine. Cleaned up pretty nice. The Brooks is now on my Steyr Clubman. :D
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,452
Posted By wrey

Hahaha!!! It’s all the same parts as you got...

Hahaha!!! It’s all the same parts as you got Aaron! But I noticed no suicide levers on this one. The pedals are a bit different too. I think I liked yours better. And wow, this thing is crazy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,452
Posted By wrey

Crazy thrift store coincidence .... PICS

So today I cleaned out the garage of scrap metal that had been building since winter. I took a bunch of junk wheels, bars, and a cracked Peugeot UO-8 frame. The frame is in the below picture. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 12:22 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,568
Posted By wrey

Scored this Peugeot UO-8 today. I almost crapped...

Scored this Peugeot UO-8 today. I almost crapped myself when I saw the saddle!!! Its exactly the saddle I've been looking for. BOOYA!!!!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 09:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,171
Posted By wrey

Nice job! Great photos too.

Nice job! Great photos too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-07, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,146
Posted By wrey

Great bike, looks really comfortable. That gives...

Great bike, looks really comfortable. That gives me some ideas for the future. Nice job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-07, 02:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By wrey

[QUOTE=John E]You can improve your shift response...

[QUOTE=John E]You can improve your shift response by replacing that solid gear cable housing with a more common sectioned unit, which will require an investment in downtube and chainstay cable stops....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-07, 01:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By wrey

Done!!! Cables are now wrapped. Much better!! ...

Done!!! Cables are now wrapped. Much better!! Thanks for the input.

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/IMG_7964Medium.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-07, 01:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By wrey

Thats what I figured, I guess I will re-wrap...

Thats what I figured, I guess I will re-wrap tomorrow
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-07, 09:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,053
Posted By wrey

Finished another Steyr project, please help with fenders and brake cables

Well I finished my Steyr Clubman today. It’s a really neat bike. Vintage Steyr Clubman frame and fork, Suede Selle Italia seat, bull horns, cane creel levers, Maillard hubs, aluminum Weinmann front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-07, 10:24 PM
Replies: 8,244
Views: 554,818
Posted By wrey

Check out the pics, they are all backwards!! ...

Check out the pics, they are all backwards!!

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/364591661.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-07, 09:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 33,585
Posted By wrey

Ok, now this would be my dream eleveated chain...

Ok, now this would be my dream eleveated chain stay bike!!!

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/psu15540/ultimate3_170.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-07, 09:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 33,585
Posted By wrey

Exactly correct. I had an Apline Stars...

Exactly correct.


I had an Apline Stars back in the day similar to this one. (Mine was polished) With the elevated chain stays and the curved seat tube this bike rode like no other mt bike I...
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