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Title: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 27 March, 2008, 11:47:29 pm
You need to manually set the height and width for big pictures otherwise they are *HUGE*, i.e.

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[img height=480 width=640] ... your image url goes here ... [/img]

[img height=480 width=640]http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/colnago.jpg[/img]
The summer bike.

[img height=480 width=640]http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/aravis.jpg[/img]
The Audax bike.

[img height=480 width=640]http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/tempo.jpg[/img]
The Fixed Audax bike.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
A reintroduction to old friends:

Blue the 1980? Carlton (Corsa?).
 
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0476.jpg)


Whsh the 1981 Woodrup (Giro?)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0297-1.jpg)


Close up of Whsh's lovely cluster

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0265-1.jpg)


Reg the 1951 Rudge Pathfinder

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)


Romeo the 1980s Rudge Bi-Frame

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0171.jpg)


And my tourer/commuter/workhorse/fun bike:  Swiftsure the 1996 Orbit Silver medal

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0303.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Arthur on 28 March, 2008, 09:37:10 am
My low-budget stable, and I'm extremely fond of each of them.

For summer....2006 Decathlon 7.3R

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3012/2367769315_db8f868296.jpg?v=0)

For winter....2001 Carrera Virtuoso

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2368602810_da9c3aa657.jpg?v=0)

For work (but now sneaking out on longer rides)....2008 Specialized Langster

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2321/2367769381_ee410c1aee.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: james on 28 March, 2008, 10:19:17 am
My Dawes Galaxy:

[img height=516 width=511]http://www.bridgecommand.co.uk/~james/dawes.jpg[/img]

Bought as a wreck from ebay for £20, and been pretty much entirely rebuilt since then, for use as a tourer and commuter. It's a very early Galaxy, from ~1965 when they were bought out as 5 speed sports bikes.

There's an interesting collection of catalogues which include this generation of Galaxy at http://bulgier.net/pics/b...gs/Dawes-64/04_Galaxy.jpg. Interestingly it looks as if these very early ones didn't use 531.

PS Long time lurker on ACF, I'll post a quick hello message, hopefully in the appropriate place in the Office Reception
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Chris S on 28 March, 2008, 10:33:11 am
Quote from: Greenbank on 27 March, 2008, 11:47:29 pm
You need to manually set the height and width for big pictures otherwise they are *HUGE*, i.e.

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[img height=480 width=640] ... your image url goes here ... [/img]

And the pages load SO much faster if you actually resize the pictures to that resolution. We don't all have 8meg Fibre Optic ;)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Mike J on 28 March, 2008, 11:10:16 am
Quote from: Arthur on 28 March, 2008, 09:37:10 am
My low-budget stable, and I'm extremely fond of each of them.

For summer....2006 Decathlon 7.3R
I like the effect you have used on that picture, what is it?

Here's my bike

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y19/BobJ/Cycling/DSCF0115.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 28 March, 2008, 11:14:46 am
Quote from: Chris S on 28 March, 2008, 10:33:11 am
And the pages load SO much faster if you actually resize the pictures to that resolution. We don't all have 8meg Fibre Optic ;)

Point taken, will do it when I get a chance.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 28 March, 2008, 11:48:20 am
Some of Teh Fleets:

(http://www.legslarry.beerdrinkers.co.uk/images/fixer/Fixer2.jpg)

L-R: Trice XXL (still borken), Trek 4300 mountain towpath bike, HP Velotechnik Speedmachine, Revell Romany fixer (currently without a saddle and may yet shed more bits and retire to the loft)

(http://www.legslarry.beerdrinkers.co.uk/images/depravo/Depravo.jpg)

Depravo the Roadrat (now has aerobars)

(http://www.legslarry.beerdrinkers.co.uk/images/cosimo/Eastway_2002.jpg)

Cosimo the Stealth Baron (now has a monoblade)

(http://www.legslarry.beerdrinkers.co.uk/stull/NewToy.jpg)

As yet unridden (sorry, Iddu)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: scott on 28 March, 2008, 04:28:42 pm
Not the most current of photos, but...

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1146/542669662_bd088a79b4.jpg)
1983 Univega Sportour (bought in 2006 still in its unopened box, but modified quite a bit since)

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/218/509543737_8f8b1431c2.jpg)
1985 Schwinn Cimarron - MTB converted to commuter/rough-stuff/kid-towing bike. Now has Schwalbe Marathon Cross tires, rather than the Big Apples.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Si on 28 March, 2008, 04:55:20 pm

My fixed:
[img height=480 width=640]http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee312/bodgerobikes/ja1.jpg[/img]


My commuter:
[img height=480 width=640]http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee312/bodgerobikes/c1.jpg[/img]

Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Lonewolff on 28 March, 2008, 05:17:25 pm
Appologies for the bad pictures, just snapped them on my mobile phone.

Trike
(http://www.lonewolff.info/photos/Bikes/IMG_0016.JPG)

Audax Bike
(http://www.lonewolff.info/photos/Bikes/IMG_0018.JPG)

Best* Bike
(http://www.lonewolff.info/photos/Bikes/IMG_0019.JPG)

Commuting Bike
(http://www.lonewolff.info/photos/Bikes/IMG_0017.JPG)

Training** Bike
(http://www.lonewolff.info/photos/Bikes/IMG_0020.JPG)

and a tandem, but there is no space in the flat to take a pic of it

*Best meaning lightest, fastest road bike, not favourite
**Not that I actually train for anything, but I'm not sure what else to call the road bike I normally ride on not on the best* bike
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Ivo on 28 March, 2008, 07:42:55 pm
OK, part of my stable:

(http://fotoalbum.dds.nl/ivo_m/lel2005/large/0514.jpg)
Bioracer Audax bike at LEL

(http://fotoalbum.dds.nl/ivo_m/buzet-split/large/IMGP4637.jpg)
Bob Jackson tourer in Croatia

(http://fotoalbum.dds.nl/ivo_m/moezelronde/large/IMGP9043.jpg)
Old tourer (Fahrradmanufaktur) in the Mosel Valley

(http://fotoalbum.dds.nl/ivo_m/joegoslavie/large/038.jpg)
Even older tourer in Yougoslavia

(http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/3208/imgp0450th2.jpg)
Veteran audax bike (just completed)

(http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/2563/imgp0429dq1.jpg)
Woodrup frame to be completed or swapped
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 March, 2008, 08:53:47 pm
Okay.  I have not posted either of them yet, dare I say much to to the surprise of some no doubt.
I am going to hang out as long as I can.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Chris N on 28 March, 2008, 08:55:33 pm
Quote from: GruB on 28 March, 2008, 08:53:47 pm
Okay.  I have not posted either of them yet, dare I say much to to the surprise of some no doubt.
I am going to hang out as long as I can.

I give it about twenty minutes...
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 10:51:19 pm
Quote from: GruB on 28 March, 2008, 08:53:47 pm
Okay.  I have not posted either of them yet, dare I say much to to the surprise of some no doubt.
I am going to hang out as long as I can.

Do you have any photos?
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: GruB on 29 March, 2008, 12:01:24 am
My will power for sweets and or ice cream is crap.
But on this one, I am being strong.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Aidan on 29 March, 2008, 02:21:12 pm
Well, I obviously havent got Grubs willpower even :-[

My latest 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/DSC01067.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: andrew w on 29 March, 2008, 08:29:20 pm
Here's my stable:

Raleigh Randonneur commuting bike
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/DSC00321.jpg)

Bob Jackson 631 - my winter bike
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/DSC00318.jpg)

Raleigh M-Trax steel summer bike
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/DSC00317.jpg)

Trek Pilot carbon sportive bike
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/DSC00314.jpg)

Andrew
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 March, 2008, 11:20:31 am
Heres the rest of mine.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/Img_0541.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_0667.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/Image2.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/Picture0015.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/100_1831.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: nic on 30 March, 2008, 11:30:43 am
"Winter Bike"
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3085/2357219685_e013d05152.jpg?v=0)

"Carbon"
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1139/1347125627_2c288db950.jpg?v=0)

"The Tandem" + trailers + family  :)
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1054/1463301323_f403f3b9a6.jpg?v=0)

Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 02:14:28 pm
Aidan,
Your Airborne looks absolutely awesome.
I love that look - the colours are just perfect to my eye.
That is what I hope to achieve or similar when we finally get our Cycle2Work scheme up and running.
That is so lovely.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: bobb on 30 March, 2008, 03:20:39 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
Whsh the 1981 Woodrup (Giro?)

Oooh, an excuse to repost bling!

I'm sure my Woodrup and your Woodrup could do naughty things together...

(http://www.zaribor.com/raz/pics/woddy1.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 March, 2008, 04:11:24 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 02:14:28 pm
Aidan,
Your Airborne looks absolutely awesome.
I love that look - the colours are just perfect to my eye.
That is what I hope to achieve or similar when we finally get our Cycle2Work scheme up and running.
That is so lovely.

Thanks Andy

It does really look that good in the flesh as well, although   it has a different chainset on it now and a white Spesh Toupe saddle. I could still sit and look at it all day. It rides really nicely as well. Longest ride to date on it was 130 odd miles.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: kyuss on 30 March, 2008, 04:57:32 pm
Here's mine. A Kinesis Racelight Kic2.

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/KeithSmith1974/newbike.jpg)

This was taken last summer. Currently in bits at the moment as I upgrade to Ultegra.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 05:39:35 pm
I have just mown the lawn, and it looks great.
Normally I would be cleaning the bikes right now and then I'd take a photo and post it on here.
But not today, I am remaining firm.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 March, 2008, 05:41:08 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 05:39:35 pm
I have just mown the lawn, and it looks great.
Normally I would be cleaning the bikes right now and then I'd take a photo and post it on here.
But not today, I am remaining firm.

Yeah, but for how long  ;) ;D
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 March, 2008, 05:51:15 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 30 March, 2008, 05:41:08 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 05:39:35 pm
I have just mown the lawn, and it looks great.
Normally I would be cleaning the bikes right now and then I'd take a photo and post it on here.
But not today, I am remaining firm.

Yeah, but for how long  ;) ;D

Don't encourage him!

Go for a run, chill and breathe Grub. Breathe.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Mike J on 30 March, 2008, 05:57:26 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 02:14:28 pm
Aidan,
Your Airborne looks absolutely awesome.
I love that look - the colours are just perfect to my eye.
That is what I hope to achieve or similar when we finally get our Cycle2Work scheme up and running.
That is so lovely.

I have to agree, that Airborne is beautiful  :P
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: gonzo on 30 March, 2008, 06:58:47 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 March, 2008, 05:39:35 pm
But not today, I am remaining firm.

Oh come ON people. Has your smuttiness been left behind due to handling problems when you flew over here?
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: steveB on 30 March, 2008, 07:17:57 pm
This was my bike, but I sold it for only £90 on ebay despite its 600 groupset and Columbus tube

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a314/stevic/MyBikes001.jpg)

I sold this one too, just felt it the wrong bike for me

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a314/stevic/MyBikes002.jpg)

This is my pub bike, I have toured thousands of miles on this and will kep its ashes if it dies

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a314/stevic/100_0892.jpg)

This is the type of bike I should have bought ages ago, but not this model, I wish I had bought the better grade with the Rholoff (sp)

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a314/stevic/100_0891.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 31 March, 2008, 03:02:54 am
The favourites in the stable:

(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/DSC00897.jpg)

(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/SilverRapid.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: delthebike on 31 March, 2008, 01:38:47 pm
My pompino with new handlebar tape, tyres and mudguards. Spankingly clean as well.
(http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/pompdone.jpg)

Edit looks crap reduced to 640x480 so here is the link to the 800x600.
CLICKY (http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/pompdone.jpg)
Title: Bridgestone RB-1 -89
Post by: donpedro on 01 April, 2008, 10:09:40 am
[img height=480 width=640]http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/2064/070703bridgestonerb1002mr9.jpg[/img]

[img height=480 width=640]http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/9987/070703bridgestonerb1003wt4.jpg[/img]

[img height=480 width=640]http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/6827/070703bridgestonerb1022gg7.jpg[/img]

[img height=480 width=640]http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/2733/070703bridgestonerb1027ib1.jpg[/img]

Trying out the swap to triple and found some pretty flowers!
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 April, 2008, 10:16:39 am
Now there's something a bit different!

Who's the chap in the beret?
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: donpedro on 01 April, 2008, 10:45:11 am
Clarion, he's a very good writer! Until I heard a program about him i didn't know I had passed his bith place in the woods lots of times out training.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivar_Lo-Johansson (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivar_Lo-Johansson)

Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 April, 2008, 04:59:05 pm
Quote from: Honky Dory on 01 April, 2008, 10:45:11 am
Clarion, he's a very good writer! Until I heard a program about him i didn't know I had passed his bith place in the woods lots of times out training.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivar_Lo-Johansson (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivar_Lo-Johansson)



Thanks - sounds very interesting. I'm embarrassed to admit that I've never heard of him :-[
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: scott on 01 April, 2008, 05:09:24 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 01 April, 2008, 12:26:57 pm
My new Brompton parked in the park.

Very nice, Del. I have absolutely no need for one of those, but I want one. :-\
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 April, 2008, 06:53:32 pm
Tallullah the Tandem.  Strictly speaking, she's Butterfly's, but I took the pictures.

A Dawes 2 Across.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P3140018.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P3140019.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: scott on 01 April, 2008, 07:19:09 pm
Clarion -- where's the "turning green with envy" smiley?

HD--that's about the nicest RB-1 I've seen. Where did you find those fenders?
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: eck on 01 April, 2008, 07:30:14 pm
Clarion - that is rather nice.
And your timing chain is, well, just right.  :thumbsup:

Not like ours.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 April, 2008, 12:48:45 pm
The 2006 Thorn Raven wot I ride most

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/chilboton1.jpg?t=1207136617)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ravenschwalbe.jpg?t=1207143541)

My 1995 Saracen Forcetrax MTB wot I ride to the shops on

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/IMG_5710.jpg?t=1207143708)

My 1986 British Eagle Touristique wot is currently in Mercian's workshop awaiting red paint.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1207143816)

My 2006 GT Aggressor wot I hardly ever ride

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/GT003.jpg?t=1207144084)



Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: donpedro on 02 April, 2008, 05:35:19 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 31 March, 2008, 03:02:54 am
The favourites in the stable:

Very nice fleet of classic British steel!
Frenchie, could you please post some more pictures with right focus?
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: donpedro on 02 April, 2008, 06:26:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 01 April, 2008, 04:59:05 pm
Thanks - sounds very interesting. I'm embarrassed to admit that I've never heard of him :-[
Clarion, I think he's not that well known outside of Scandinavia so your excused!

Scott, those are NOS Bluemels I found at my LBS. Bought lots in different colours. Masked and spray painted the stripes with primer and some Opel Ascona "British racinggreen". Added some icecreambox mudflaps and Scotch reflective stripes in the back for damp audax events! Cheap but nice riding frame designed by Grant Pedersen, and one of few roadbikes that had 28mm tires fitted as standard:
(http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/images/PineappleKarenad.jpg)


http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/ (http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/)

Here in it's the current 105 triple setup:

[img height=480 width=640]http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/5315/rb189800dd6.jpg[/img]

The RB-1 replaced this Daccordi-DBS LaMigliore -94. Now used as a fair weather/café-racer:
[img height=480 width=640]http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/1227/daccordi84fendersxd4.jpg[/img]

My now past on gaspipe winter bike, ignore the slack seatpack ;)
[img height=480 width=640]http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/1607/championvinteriq4.jpg[/img]
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Marj on 02 April, 2008, 08:31:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 01 April, 2008, 06:53:32 pm
Tallullah the Tandem.  Strictly speaking, she's Butterfly's, but I took the pictures.

A Dawes 2 Across.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P3140018.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P3140019.jpg)

OOH,that's just like ours :thumbsup:
Alan(using Marj's account)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: IanDG on 02 April, 2008, 10:28:32 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2103/1571101086_a47a240e22.jpg)
Bob Jackson

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/244/459888924_5c007a3257.jpg)
Saracen Aubisque

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1277/959410838_4dafce85db.jpg)
Saracen Tufftrax

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/178/427353001_9f8e2d3dcc.jpg)
Team Raleigh

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/180/428551167_4a6f360078.jpg)
Aravis Audax

Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 April, 2008, 11:25:30 pm
Quote from: Honky Dory on 02 April, 2008, 06:26:09 pm

(http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/5315/rb189800dd6.jpg)


Very nice machine, that.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: simonali on 03 April, 2008, 09:10:28 am
Mine will be a short post as I only have one smart bike now the roadie is sold. Anyhoo, here it is.

[img height=480 width=640]http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/7210/image210qo5.jpg[/img]

Apologies for the size. I'm off to bed in a minute and can't be arst to resize this already on the net pic!  :P

edit: shrunked it. Thanks Hunky for pointing the error of my ways!
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: tiermat on 03 April, 2008, 09:22:45 am
Nice Marin simon, I like the ones with Hydroformed tubes, now they have slimmed them down a bit...
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: donpedro on 03 April, 2008, 03:18:37 pm
Windy, Lovely steed's and what great weather you have!
How is your club coming along, had any run-ins with the Aardberg lot yet? 

/Memo to myself/
Must visit Scotland next year!
/Memo off/

Thanks Sergeant Pluck! Just wish I could still use 28mm tires. Might set it free if and when I finish my current pile of projects.  :-[

Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: simonali on 03 April, 2008, 05:35:54 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 03 April, 2008, 09:22:45 am
Nice Marin simon, I like the ones with Hydroformed tubes, now they have slimmed them down a bit...

They used to be fatter?! I think this model had boggo round tubes before the 08 version. The next model up (Point Reyes) certainly did as an LBS in Bath still has one in stock.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Luke on 05 April, 2008, 12:55:38 am
Drake, the planet X kaffenback.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2158/1939443224_32b6bfecd3.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2059/1938619467_4a3fd3be16.jpg?v=0)
Title: 5 wheels on my wagon
Post by: border-rider on 05 April, 2008, 04:54:11 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/trike1.jpg)

It handles lot better with a bag of compost in the trailer - I took it to the hardware shop to collect one this afternoon

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/trike2.jpg)
Title: Re: 5 wheels on my wagon
Post by: delthebike on 05 April, 2008, 05:03:48 pm
I suppose a pair of BoB Yaks are a bit overkill!
Title: Re: 5 wheels on my wagon
Post by: Blah on 05 April, 2008, 09:05:56 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 05 April, 2008, 04:54:11 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/trike1.jpg)

[shock horror]It's got gears![/shock horror]
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: scott on 05 April, 2008, 11:11:36 pm
That looks like so much fun, you could sell tickets....  :)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: andym on 06 April, 2008, 10:01:14 am
My Christmas present to myself...

(also got a Scott Vail and a ye olde worlde Rapide roadbike from the Freewheel catalogue ca. 1989 from when I was a stoodent... both in fully working order, but no pics)

(http://lh5.google.com/andysrockets/R6W59TBi9fI/AAAAAAAABL4/8FWTFBRin20/s640/tmp630faa7c.tmp..JPG.jpg)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Aidan on 06 April, 2008, 10:29:52 am
Quote from: andym on 06 April, 2008, 10:01:14 am
My Christmas present to myself...

(also got a Scott Vail and a ye olde worlde Rapide roadbike from the Freewheel catalogue ca. 1989 from when I was a stoodent... both in fully working order, but no pics)

(http://lh5.google.com/andysrockets/R6W59TBi9fI/AAAAAAAABL4/8FWTFBRin20/s640/tmp630faa7c.tmp..JPG.jpg)



Very very nice!   I always fancied an orange one, but that looks really good in black
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Dave on 06 April, 2008, 11:11:11 am
Quote from: andym on 06 April, 2008, 10:01:14 am
My Christmas present to myself...

(also got a Scott Vail and a ye olde worlde Rapide roadbike from the Freewheel catalogue ca. 1989 from when I was a stoodent... both in fully working order, but no pics)

(http://lh5.google.com/andysrockets/R6W59TBi9fI/AAAAAAAABL4/8FWTFBRin20/s640/tmp630faa7c.tmp..JPG.jpg)


Mmmmmmmm. Lovely. ;D

I've got one of those  :thumbsup:

I've had Rohloff/SS dropouts fitted to it, but I don't use it much since I got my Nicolai.

How are you finding the Magura forks? They 130s? I've got RS Revelations on the Nic, but I'm not sure whether I like them...
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 06 April, 2008, 06:40:22 pm
The Peacemaker is all-white again! Barber Pole tape is gone, and the mismatched red and black tyres have been replaced.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2274/2393228264_7b412ff8a6.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3046/2392401417_409687aeac.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2362/2393238588_d0e1914b1a.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 06 April, 2008, 07:30:23 pm
Quote from: Blah on 05 April, 2008, 09:05:56 pm

[shock horror]It's got gears![/shock horror]

Yes, and several of them

The trike itself is fix-able (Ian H assures me that it needs double-jointed knees) and that's a possible future project.  I used to tow the trailer on 59" fixed OK, but I have an eye to the practicality of load-hauling in the Wye Valley area...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 April, 2008, 08:35:50 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 06 April, 2008, 07:30:23 pm
Quote from: Blah on 05 April, 2008, 09:05:56 pm

[shock horror]It's got gears![/shock horror]

Yes, and several of them

The trike itself is fix-able (Ian H assures me that it needs double-jointed knees) and that's a possible future project.  I used to tow the trailer on 59" fixed OK, but I have an eye to the practicality of load-hauling in the Wye Valley area...

How do you fix a trike?  Diff, one-wheel drive or two-wheel drive?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 07 April, 2008, 08:41:52 pm
One-wheel drive. Just replace the freewheel carrier with a fixed one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 April, 2008, 08:57:58 pm
I thought that would be it.  Wonder what a two-wheel drive fixed trike would be like?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 10 April, 2008, 11:10:12 pm
There's a whole website (http://xntrick.co.uk) of my bikes - and that doesn't even show my road bikes  :-\

But I thought I'd share a photo of my Tandem with you as I recently had it out.

It's a 1937 Raleigh

[img height=480 width=640]http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/tandem4.jpg[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 10 April, 2008, 11:16:45 pm
Now that is a mighty fine tandem. I just love the look of old bicycles, motor bikes and cars, though I would never own one as I'm too lazy to hunt down all the bits and keep it nice and clean :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 10 April, 2008, 11:28:11 pm
It was a wreck when I got it, but it was fun finding all the bits at cycle jumbles etc. (before the days of t'internet!) and trying to rebuild it up to original condition. There's more about it on my webpage (http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~talizmar/xntrick/tandem.htm)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 April, 2008, 11:31:00 pm
Lovely lovely lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: richie_b on 10 April, 2008, 11:43:23 pm
Here's mine up in the Campsies on Xmas day enjoying a rest...
(http://img4011.photobox.co.uk/69032794b02c322bd76f97d812363b060715d579380e9694d39021f3b133e5d293ee64a1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gonzo on 11 April, 2008, 10:52:24 am
Got most of my new bike today. Here's a teaser:
(http://photos-692.ll.facebook.com/photos-ll-sf2p/v197/208/68/204504692/n204504692_33263151_520.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 11 April, 2008, 10:57:05 am

I've just got a visit from the mail(wo)man. :
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/stumper12042008006.jpg)

She also brought me these :
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/stumper12042008001.jpg)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/stumper12042008003.jpg)


I will be out the rest of the day  :thumbsup:

G
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 11 April, 2008, 12:06:38 pm
I suspect that what you see is more a case of lovinglly restored & maintained
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 11 April, 2008, 02:05:48 pm
Quote from: Gus on 11 April, 2008, 10:57:05 am

I will be out the rest of the day  :thumbsup:

G

sweet I know where you live , and with you out and about all day , it's a great chance to pick up a new bike :)

Though a trip over the pond and back it a bit costly at this short notice LOL

Doing the DunRun on it this year ? As then we can get to see it up close.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 11 April, 2008, 07:21:34 pm
Woollypigs, you know it's to small for you, Though Peli might be just as short as me  :-\
Dunrun are still in my planes  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 11 April, 2008, 11:34:31 pm
Actually it'd be a bit big for her :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 12 April, 2008, 12:54:18 am
Over Christmas. A very good and very wet couple of days out.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2403/2405874327_984c32535c_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 12 April, 2008, 05:50:53 pm
(http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v123/70/103/511250628/n511250628_87368_8821.jpg)

Artemis the Challenge Concept XT

(http://photos-f.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v216/70/103/511250628/n511250628_356805_2007.jpg)

Freyja the Fixie

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2417/2389468007_c06aa1cbc6_o.jpg)

The Beast aka Demetrius the Carrera Valour Road Bike in Tour guise.

(http://www.selfharmony.co.uk/hosted/yacf/1.jpg)

The Beast aka Demetrius the Carrera Valour Road Bike

(http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g291/videoman_2006/Dawesracer016.jpg)

Jezabelle the Dawes Competition Giro 400 Road/Race bike.

(http://www.selfharmony.co.uk/hosted/yacf/bikenstein/d.jpg)

Bikenstein the MTB.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3270/2407327611_4351a1b367_o.jpg)

Dawes Shuniah MTB



I have others but can't find photos at the moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob C. on 13 April, 2008, 08:44:19 pm
(http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc130/prevailrob/ribble4.jpg)

Ribble Audax / Winter Trainer with 10s Mirage, Mavic Aksiums.

(http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc130/prevailrob/fenix.jpg)

Fenix L2D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 13 April, 2008, 08:46:50 pm
WJ and Gus -- Very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 15 April, 2008, 03:03:58 pm
My track bike are all most complete now  :thumbsup:
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/naga002.jpg)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/naga003.jpg)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/naga004.jpg)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/naga006.jpg)

It need pedals and  different grips
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 15 April, 2008, 03:20:13 pm
Quote from: Gus on 15 April, 2008, 03:03:58 pm
My track bike are all most complete now  :thumbsup:
sweet, you lucky git !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 April, 2008, 12:00:47 am
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various064.jpg)

The wife's 1992 DB Sorrento.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various070.jpg)

My 1992 Trek 950. It's a retro thing. . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various067.jpg)

Peugeot bitsa road iron.

Stuck in a time warp? Moi?  :thumbsup:

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 16 April, 2008, 12:12:49 am
Blimey Gus, if you had a violin bow to hand, you could get a good note out of that chain. Slackness is most definitely not in evidence!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 April, 2008, 12:07:49 pm
Here's the Pick'n'Fix:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Picknfix011.jpg)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Picknfix005.jpg)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Picknfix003.jpg)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Picknfix002.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 16 April, 2008, 12:17:31 pm
Nice and spangly.  You like metallic, don't you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 16 April, 2008, 01:32:05 pm
I've posted these on the old site, but here they are again.

Pomp.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2268518889_1034c331a7.jpg?v=0)

Sardar.
(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g228/littlelerch/DSCF2137crop.jpg?t=1208349035)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 16 April, 2008, 02:39:44 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 16 April, 2008, 12:00:47 am
Stuck in a time warp? Moi?  :thumbsup:

You, too, eh?

I have a soft spot for old Peugeots, since that was the brand of my first good bike. But I've never seen that color scheme before. 1980-what?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 16 April, 2008, 02:50:13 pm
Posted elsewhere but hey hohttp

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/bowlandride.jpg)       And below is Bob who got me back into cycling I had resprayed as a comuter stopped comuting and sold ,he was a bit too big but might have made a fixie.(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/bob.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/P1110499.jpg)


Hack bike built fro bits and pieces for free or ver cheaply cost me £120 ,I was robbed ;D its a bastard to ride,mostly cos I dont like the straight bars.
I dont seem to have a picci of my winter bike.








Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 16 April, 2008, 03:52:26 pm
On 'Devon & Somerset Perm. Audax' last October

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/DSC00018.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 16 April, 2008, 03:58:18 pm
somebody's been stealing the crossbars from the "A"s.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 16 April, 2008, 04:03:52 pm
Are their any Brompton owners out there called Ralph.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 18 April, 2008, 08:59:47 am
Quote from: Chris N on 16 April, 2008, 12:17:31 pm
Nice and spangly.  You like metallic, don't you?

What - this old thing? I just threw it on...

But really, it's just what was lying around. Apart from the rear wheel and the ring bolts, it was all in the garage, and just a question of putting it together.

I'm quite pleased with it. It's light, much lighter than the pompino (I only understand now what Frenchie meant by the heavy rear end on the pompi). So much so that I think I'll try a 17 on the back (currently 19).

But I'm not sure about the bars - Somehow, they look (and feel) too big on this bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Welsh Man on 20 April, 2008, 11:24:01 pm
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b346/Brevet/DSCN9352.jpg)

The love of my life (Don`t tell my wife) !!!!


 :P :P :P :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 20 April, 2008, 11:40:49 pm
My quickest bike, I've flipped the stem since this photo (Feb) and it's much more comfortable on the arms after 60 miles.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2398/2252195111_0817c2fc66.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 21 April, 2008, 01:36:52 pm
Quote from: Gus on 15 April, 2008, 03:03:58 pm
My track bike are all most complete now  :thumbsup:

Lovely... but it needs a new saddle!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 21 April, 2008, 01:39:29 pm
Quote from: Paul on 16 April, 2008, 12:07:49 pm
Here's the Pick'n'Fix:

Sweet.

The top tube is slack!!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 21 April, 2008, 02:17:37 pm
Only mine for three days.. Acquired from a bike pimp at the hotel:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2364/2431231140_9d3fae9099_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 21 April, 2008, 04:02:34 pm
Most of my stable:

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/DSCF1094.jpg)

Winter and general bike. Alu frame and mix of Campag bits. Yes, htose are a pair of pants I've just noticed on the floor. They're an old pair for cleaning, honest guv.

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/DSCF1095.jpg)

My little carbon minx. Colour co-ordination taken a little too far. Still more carbon bits needed perhaps.

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/DSCF1097.jpg)

Track machine, pretty much as stock. Changed the gearing and has a front brake fitted for riding down to the track where it can be whipped off.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fidgetbuzz on 21 April, 2008, 04:10:58 pm
E-mail just in

Just to let you know that I have built your bike and ridden it. It is a superb ride and looks beautifull.
All is correct as planned.

Excitement mounts - collect on Thursday a.m. - ride 100kms to Petersfield and then 300 home to Norwich on Friday

What is it -- oh a zerofour ti frame - built by Matt Gibbons.

Pictures will follow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 21 April, 2008, 10:39:26 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 21 April, 2008, 04:02:34 pm

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/DSCF1095.jpg)

My little carbon minx. Colour co-ordination taken a little too far. Still more carbon bits needed perhaps.


That's my bike now Dave Tom
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 22 April, 2008, 02:24:44 pm
My VN today at the trig point on Cleeve Hill, Gloucs, just after I stepped in a dog poo. Some trivia - Cleeve Hill is the closest point to London over 1000 ft, and if you go east from there the next point of the same height is in the Ural Mountains (source: wikipedia).

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/04/vn.jpg)

On Cleeve Hill common.

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/04/vn2.jpg)

Same again, with some bullocks in the background.

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/04/vn3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 April, 2008, 04:58:59 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 21 April, 2008, 01:39:29 pm
Quote from: Paul on 16 April, 2008, 12:07:49 pm
Here's the Pick'n'Fix:
The top tube is slack!!  ;D

 ;D
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 23 April, 2008, 12:41:11 am
Quote from: Aidan on 06 April, 2008, 10:29:52 am
Quote from: andym on 06 April, 2008, 10:01:14 am
My Christmas present to myself...

(also got a Scott Vail and a ye olde worlde Rapide roadbike from the Freewheel catalogue ca. 1989 from when I was a stoodent... both in fully working order, but no pics)

(http://lh5.google.com/andysrockets/R6W59TBi9fI/AAAAAAAABL4/8FWTFBRin20/s640/tmp630faa7c.tmp..JPG.jpg)



Very very nice!   I always fancied an orange one, but that looks really good in black

Just seen this - I gotsan orange one!

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2282/2245463080_31e355836e.jpg?v=0)

Cotic decal is new, but t'was number 79 off the production line a number of years back now - not seen the need to get another mountain bike since then.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2248/2244670855_7d353d8cb1.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1414/631324765_9e5bdcba15.jpg?v=0)

Peacemaker has been all urban lately. I know, I know, it's not been seen in any photos recently....  :P

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2103/2433373475_b5557c8ae6.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2135/2434186216_d0f4951e8d.jpg?v=0)

A week tomorrow (since it's now Thursday) a Planet-X Kaffenback frame arrives (actually, it arrives on Friday, but I'm not allowed to see it till Thursday, much like the new SLR camera that's pulling the same trick  ;D) which will be built up into something rather nice that I have planned.

The Dawes SS is still in bits and I'm not sure what's going to be happening with it....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 April, 2008, 02:21:08 pm
Quote from: scott on 16 April, 2008, 02:39:44 pm
I have a soft spot for old Peugeots, since that was the brand of my first good bike. But I've never seen that color scheme before. 1980-what?  :)

Haven't a clue. This bike started out as a chainset - Suntour Superbe Pro - for 25 quid. I thought it would make an upgrade for the gaspipe Raleigh I was plonking about on.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various068.jpg)

Got to the bloke's house to pick it up and he's got this frame hanging in the garage. And the wheels. I bought the crankset and said I'd come back on payday for the frame and wheels.

3 wks later and I've put the rest of the Raleigh bits onto this frame, sold the remains of the Raleigh and this was up and running for about 75 quid all in.

BARGAIN!

luv'n'stuff

J
ps On an age note I think early 80s because if you look at the gear cable stop on the chainstay it won't accept a modern STI cable outer.

I just like it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 26 April, 2008, 09:38:38 pm
The new bike  :thumbsup:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/bacchetta003.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/bacchetta006.jpg)

It goes well  ;D

Rich.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 April, 2008, 09:45:45 pm
My commuter:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v138/Chickenhawk66/ACF%20Malta%202008/ACFMalta2008156-2.jpg)

I've taken it to bits today though. It'll be resurrected looking much the same in a week or two.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: valkyrie on 27 April, 2008, 10:44:12 pm
My new bike - it's a Look 565 with Centaur Gruppo and Ultra Neutron wheels. Only been out twice but I love it already.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3069/2447063168_e70a718924_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 27 April, 2008, 10:59:16 pm
Quote from: valkyrie on 27 April, 2008, 10:44:12 pm
My new bike - it's a Look 565 with Centaur Gruppo and Ultra Neutron wheels. Only been out twice but I love it already.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3069/2447063168_e70a718924_o.jpg)

Yum yum. Nice looking Look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 01 May, 2008, 11:58:37 am
Quote from: bobajobrob on 22 April, 2008, 02:24:44 pm
Some trivia - Cleeve Hill is the closest point to London over 1000 ft, and if you go east from there the next point of the same height is in the Ural Mountains (source: wikipedia).

Hence the M. le Maire Patent Cleeve Hill Avoidance Manouevre on The Dean ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maladict on 01 May, 2008, 09:22:15 pm
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27424426@N00/sets/72157604828890020/

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3016/2457834290_950820e1eb.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2035/2457005393_867274081b.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2457005257_a9268240df.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2076/2457833910_b1ef58a4f5.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2203/2457833788_d7ceafd51b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 01 May, 2008, 09:47:59 pm
Nice :thumbsup:

That reflector should work well for flying cars ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 01 May, 2008, 09:51:27 pm
Quote from: bobajobrob on 01 May, 2008, 09:47:59 pm
Nice :thumbsup:

That reflector should work well for flying cars ;D

...and I've got some snips that you are welcome to borrow to sort out those cable ties.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maladict on 01 May, 2008, 10:16:36 pm
Quote from: JonBuoy on 01 May, 2008, 09:51:27 pm
Quote from: bobajobrob on 01 May, 2008, 09:47:59 pm
Nice :thumbsup:

That reflector should work well for flying cars ;D

...and I've got some snips that you are welcome to borrow to sort out those cable ties.

 ;D

I did a 10 with those like that... how much will it save?

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 02 May, 2008, 05:37:40 pm
A retro steel MTB-wheeled expedition tourer

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/harryhall.jpg)

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/harryhall2.jpg)

Chainset courtesy of Polar Bear :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 May, 2008, 08:04:35 pm
Looks good. A useful machine.

You'll do yourself an injury on those back mudguard stays though  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 02 May, 2008, 08:58:43 pm
I know.  It'll have a rack on when ICBA :)

I've had the frame from new, 25 years ago. I had it resprayed at Argos 7 years ago, and the canti bosses fitted, but it's been hanging in the garage since.  Before that it was my main audax bike.  I did an SR2000 on that frame, and my first SR Series.

It was a fast club bike originally - a Harry Hall Elan.  531DB and Prugnat lugs.  Apart from the chainset, the rest of the bits were lying round the garage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 05 May, 2008, 09:25:54 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 May, 2008, 05:37:40 pm
A retro steel MTB-wheeled expedition tourer

This is one of your bikes is it?

What's that dangly thing at the back, with the chain running through it? And those things on the down tube,  they almost look like gear levers.

Dammit Dr V, I'd swear that bike had gears - wassappening to you man?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 05 May, 2008, 03:20:52 pm
My Saracen, finished putting it back on the road earlier today, gone for a bit of a 'yellow' theme this year   :-\

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2185/2468035440_e4bbbd45e5.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 05 May, 2008, 03:33:26 pm
Mmmmm, looks nice - what's the full spec Windy??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 05 May, 2008, 05:35:00 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 May, 2008, 05:37:40 pm
A retro steel MTB-wheeled expedition tourer

Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 May, 2008, 08:58:43 pm
It was a fast club bike originally - a Harry Hall Elan.  531DB and Prugnat lugs.

Now that looks like fun. I thought of doing something similar with a Miyata 312 frame (which is hidden behind my desk at the moment  ::-) ), but couldn't fit 26x1.75 tires between the chainstays.

How low is the bottom bracket? And what are those brake?!?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 05 May, 2008, 09:06:25 pm
Quote from: scott on 05 May, 2008, 05:35:00 pm

How low is the bottom bracket? And what are those brake?!?

The BB is less than a cm lower than it was, with those tyres.  I was going to use Paselas, but they were too lo-pro.  If it's an issue I'll put some 160 cranks on instead of the 170s.

The brakes are Onzas.  I have them on the Ti On-One also.  Both courtesy of DaveJ.  Very nice :)

http://www.blackbirdsf.org/brake_obscura/images/mtb/onza.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 05 May, 2008, 09:11:14 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 05 May, 2008, 09:25:54 am
Dammit Dr V, I'd swear that bike had gears - wassappening to you man?  :o

Still got <does mental inventory> 6 fixies in the garage.  2 down on a year ago.

Summer audax
Winter audax
Commuter
Track
MTB
Hetchins.

Geared bikes:

Brommie
Trike
Tourer
MTB
Old racing bike on the turbo.

So the fixies still have it, just :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 05 May, 2008, 10:00:54 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 05 May, 2008, 09:06:25 pm
The BB is less than a cm lower than it was, with those tyres.  I was going to use Paselas, but they were too lo-pro.  If it's an issue I'll put some 160 cranks on instead of the 170s.

I actually *like* the idea of the low BB--was just curious. I like the idea of mtb-tourers, but heavy tubing and high BBs aren't so great.

Quote
The brakes are Onzas.  I have them on the Ti On-One also.  Both courtesy of DaveJ.  Very nice :)

Odd....I've never seen those before.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 05 May, 2008, 10:18:00 pm
A couple of shots of the pomp taken today.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3153/2468301597_fdbcc9588b.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2103/2469124770_31d3e167e5.jpg?v=0)

Chain looks very slack in the second photo  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 05 May, 2008, 10:19:06 pm
Looks good in black.  Better than my old blue one, I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 06 May, 2008, 07:03:21 am
Quote from: clifftaylor on 05 May, 2008, 03:33:26 pm
Mmmmm, looks nice - what's the full spec Windy??

It looks better than what it actually is.

The frame is a standard Saracen Aubisque, bought off the forum for £35 a few years back. It had no decals, so my mate sent some up from his shop in Stafford.

When I first built it up it cost me  a total of £110 (including the cost of the frame). I bought new Tiagra brakes and sourced more parts off the forum (a campag seat pin and giant stem - still on the bike) and used old bits from my spares box/garage.

Over the last few years I've upgraded to Tiagra groupset (I also got the STIs off the forum). The wheels are a 1980's Dura Ace front hub, and an RSX rear hub (with a 9spd LX free body attached) and Rigida DP18 rims, built up by Henry Burtons.

New this year are the Vittoria Rubino Pro tyres, a Sella Italia C2 saddle, and the bar tape - giving it the yellow theme
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 May, 2008, 09:07:26 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 05 May, 2008, 10:19:06 pm
Looks good in black.  Better than my old blue one, I think.

That blue has grown on me...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 06 May, 2008, 09:16:53 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 May, 2008, 09:07:26 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 05 May, 2008, 10:19:06 pm
Looks good in black.  Better than my old blue one, I think.

That blue has grown on me...

Sounds nasty. Can you seen a Doc and get something prescribed to get rid of it? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 06 May, 2008, 10:51:54 pm
Powder coated Serotta T-Max -91 converted to commuter and touring bike. Frame made from oversized and ovalised Columbus Max OS tubing that I traded for a duffel coat! Did a three week tour round the Baltic sea and the stout frame and 36 spoke Mavic X-618 wheels handled the load well. Have a new set of decals but I'll leave it as is so it doesn't draw attention from the rotten crowd.
(http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/4383/serottatmax070717011ph1.jpg)

(http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/2214/serottatmax070717017ne5.jpg)

Used to look something like this long before it got to me:
http://www.retrobike.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=29462&g2_serialNumber=4 (http://www.retrobike.co.uk/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=29462&g2_serialNumber=4)

KHS Team Tourer with a lightweight TrueTemper Platinum frame. Bought the frame new in Chang Mai as the chain stays on my previous one had been destroyed by a Pletcher kickstand. Far to flexible for the rough roads of southern China, and as I was completely broke when I got home, I sold it as soon as I could.  :-[

(http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/518/reexposureofimg0009kh2.jpg)

(http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/5691/reexposureofimg0015cx0.jpg)

(http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/1787/reexposureofimg0021dn2.jpg)

Not so long ago on a quiet trail near home!

(http://img162.imageshack.us/img162/6765/img0207ou0.jpg)

(http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/1803/img0225rs5.jpg)

So do you think I cleared that plank...?  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 May, 2008, 05:34:45 am
No.  ;D

It is that time of year again, Westwoods near Marlborough.  The smell was glorious.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/2008-05-0701-32-38_0036.jpg)

The Monsta Thorn in Bryan Chapman mode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 08 May, 2008, 10:13:26 pm
Oh, have a little faith will you! 'Cause I did!

What a lovely place for a kip! Must have smelled better that Jordan’s ample bosom on a Saturday night!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 09 May, 2008, 10:21:08 am
Quote from: Peter on 06 May, 2008, 10:51:54 pm
Not so long ago on a quiet trail near home!

...

So do you think I cleared that plank...?  ::-)

Peter, what's the black bike?  Is it a Salsa A La Carte?  Very, very nice - I've got a bit of a weak spot for retro steel MTBs, American ones especially.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 09 May, 2008, 10:46:34 am
The road iron with new bars I bought from Biggsy and Campagnolo levers in place of the Shimano ones.

Frame: Raleigh Special Products Reynolds 631
Wheels: Mavic Cosmos
Transmission: Campag Veloce levers (10sp), Shimano Ultegra cranks and rear derailler (8sp) and 105 f/d, Campag Centaur brakes, Shimano pedals (single-side spuds).
Stuff: 3T Morphe bars, 3T stem, Fizik saddle, Planet-X seat post. Conti Gatorskin tyres.

(http://www.woofage.co.uk/cycling/road_bike_may08.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 09 May, 2008, 03:02:22 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 09 May, 2008, 10:21:08 am
Quote from: Peter on 06 May, 2008, 10:51:54 pm
Not so long ago on a quiet trail near home!

...

So do you think I cleared that plank...?  ::-)

Peter, what's the black bike?  Is it a Salsa A La Carte?  Very, very nice - I've got a bit of a weak spot for retro steel MTBs, American ones especially.

Thanks Chris! New powdercoat and decals. It was pretty scuffed after been raced by a local maveric in Holland. Reynolds 853 tubing and a chepo Zokes. Bet you used to keep a pile of Mtbr-UK and MTB-Action next to the bed! I sure as hell did!  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 09 May, 2008, 03:10:34 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 09 May, 2008, 10:46:34 am
The road iron with new bars I bought from Biggsy and Campagnolo levers in place of the Shimano ones.

Frame: Raleigh Special Products Reynolds 631
Wheels: Mavic Cosmos
Transmission: Campag Veloce levers (10sp), Shimano Ultegra cranks and rear derailler (8sp) and 105 f/d, Campag Centaur brakes, Shimano pedals (single-side spuds).
Stuff: 3T Morphe bars, 3T stem, Fizik saddle, Planet-X seat post. Conti Gatorskin tyres.

Nice Shmergo kit and paint (a bit like a shot of flaming Sambuca!)!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Geraldom on 10 May, 2008, 01:42:26 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2110/2479728453_12edff36a0_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2269/2480542912_eb7a0cb76e_o.jpg)


Its about time i put bikes up, and given my wife threatens to leave me if
i look lovingly at my new Yukon again thought i should share it with other obsessives....

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 May, 2008, 01:57:17 pm
Quote from: Geraldom on 10 May, 2008, 01:42:26 pm
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/26431189@N05/2480542912/)

(http://www.flickr.com/photos/26431189@N05/2479728453)

Its about time i put bikes up, and given my wife threatens to leave me if
i look lovingly at my new Yukon again thought i should share it with other obsessives....



Geraldom,
I couldn't see them in your post but I can in mine.
Strange.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2269/2480542912_abc6b21cf4.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2110/2479728453_d403cf4cab.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Geraldom on 10 May, 2008, 01:59:16 pm
Grub thanks. not too technical minded but tried my best to follow instructions..I'll try and modify

Ta

G
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 May, 2008, 02:05:37 pm
Welcome to the Yukon club  :)

It's a great bike.

The only thing I'd like to do to mine now, after getting it all the way I like it, is to get those rumoured new Shimano shifters with Campag style cable runs. (Are they available yet?)

I see you have your saddle way back on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Geraldom on 10 May, 2008, 02:10:51 pm
Thanks Sgt

I thought the hype about comfort was a way of people justfying the spend
on the Yukon and psychological until i went for my first ride on it. As you can see
the other bikes an alu frame and the difference commuting on duff Glasgow roads
is incredible.

As for saddle i'm just trying things out at moment as i've only had it two weeks. My
general preference is for a fairly well back position but i will try a few before settling
i suspect.
Mine all Shimano ultegra so no idea if the camp shifters are out i'm afraid

G
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 May, 2008, 03:58:44 pm
My Surly Long Haul Trucker with new Deore Triple chainset:

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/JT808/DSC_2273.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 10 May, 2008, 05:15:38 pm
Quote from: Geraldom on 10 May, 2008, 01:42:26 pm
i look lovingly at my new Yukon again thought i should share it with other obsessives....

Snap ;D (Except mine's not new.) How do you find it? I'm very pleased with mine. Handling, comfort and looks are great, and it seems solid enough.

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/05/yukon.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Geraldom on 11 May, 2008, 10:04:33 am
I find it incredibly comfortable and responsive when its needed.

My issue at moment is getting balance 100%. On the tricross i can
take hands off and peel banana or remove/add a jersey, with the
yukon just getting balance to sit up and start to relax....

Really great bike, but for good weather only..................

G
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 11 May, 2008, 11:18:16 am
Here's my Longstaff audax bike, recently rebuilt after a respray. It used to be turquoise, but I'm going for classy black on all my bikes now.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1086.jpg)

Spec is: Open Pro rims on Hope rear and SON front hubs. Dura Ace shifters and transmission. Nitto bars and stem. Ultegra brakes and seatpost.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1083.jpg)

The "2002" seat tube transfer is deliberate - to stop the family whinging about all my "new" bikes.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1084.jpg)

It's a lovely bike, and very personal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 11 May, 2008, 05:43:36 pm
Very stylish! :thumbsup:
How was it to deal with Longstaff?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 11 May, 2008, 07:41:00 pm
Quote from: Peter on 11 May, 2008, 05:43:36 pm
Very stylish! :thumbsup:
How was it to deal with Longstaff?

I'm biased, and local to the shop... I've got three custom Longstaffs and also bought another four bikes and a tandem from the shop. I like them; I like the fact that they know my name, know my bikes and never, ever try a hard sell. When I was getting "into" cycling about ten years ago, they were the only shop for miles who didn't treat a fat, clueless, newbie (me) with disdain.

They are nice people whose only fault is to be continually optimistic about delivery dates and finished prices. I'm also sadly aware of a "lets's slag off Longstaffs" attitude around since George died.

It's easy, if you want bargain bikes and speedy delivery, use Wiggle - if you want a classy unique bike with personal service - consider Longstaffs. I expect to be riding all of mine for the next twenty-five years or more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2008, 07:58:21 pm
Very nice indeed Gordy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2008, 08:03:45 pm
My Marin, revamped a little with a new headset, a Cotic fork and an Avid disc brake. There is now nothing remaining of the original 2002 bike - even the frame is new as I broke the first one not long after buying it!

If the frame ever goes, I fancy putting everything on to a bare Roadrat frame. 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v138/Chickenhawk66/DSCF0001-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 11 May, 2008, 08:05:20 pm
Free bike!

Puch Elegance, seen on a pile of scrap metal on the Barns Tower estate near Peebles while staying there in May.

Asked if we could take it, and we could! For nothing!

Needs cleaning up (rust on the handlebars and just general muckiness from being left outside), but the brakes and the Sturmey Archer gears still work perfectly.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2352/2482999959_20e906fdac.jpg?v=0)

There was a nice little kids purple bike ('Curry' anyone?) as well which we didn't take, and an old BSA road bike. Unfortunately every single component was shot, right down to the BSA name-cut pedals, and the frame was only borderline saveable, so that got left.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3188/2483057617_eb917af058.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob on 11 May, 2008, 09:52:44 pm
My new bike:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3189/2483009011_f348550b78_b.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2418/2483010827_9bfeb05905_b.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3068/2483830350_8157b15964_b.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3152/2483832074_1f8aefc3df_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2008, 09:59:47 pm
Nice, Jakob. Interesting bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 12 May, 2008, 05:30:28 pm
Nice one Jakob. A pity the lack of drop bars though...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob on 12 May, 2008, 09:16:43 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 12 May, 2008, 05:30:28 pm
Nice one Jakob. A pity the lack of drop bars though...

I got a set of pista bars for the track, but for city jamming, I find bullhorns great,
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 12 May, 2008, 09:32:02 pm
Quote from: Jakob on 12 May, 2008, 09:16:43 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 12 May, 2008, 05:30:28 pm
Nice one Jakob. A pity the lack of drop bars though...

I got a set of pista bars for the track, but for city jamming, I find bullhorns great,

Likewise

My track bike has Pista bars but the rest have Profiles
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 13 May, 2008, 08:37:24 pm
  :o Lovely, jovely Jakob! Your going to have a great summer... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2008, 12:14:40 pm
Here are three of the dragon's stable...

Firstly scaralidge, a Pinarello with flat bars and Campag FB shifters/brakes:
[img height=480 width=640]http://philfoxton.dyndns.org/pictures/DSC_0423.JPG[/img]

And now the race snake leg breaker:

[img height=480 width=640]http://philfoxton.dyndns.org/pictures/DSC_0429.JPG[/img]

And now the weekend pootler (ok it's TLD's pride and joy) :) :

[img height=480 width=640]http://philfoxton.dyndns.org/pictures/DSC_0435.JPG[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 14 May, 2008, 12:37:59 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 14 May, 2008, 12:14:40 pm
Here are three of the dragon's stable...

Firstly scaralidge, a Pinarello with flat bars and Campag FB shifters/brakes:

And now the race snake leg breaker:


And now the weekend pootler (ok it's TLD's pride and joy) :) :


You might want to compress those images...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 14 May, 2008, 12:39:55 pm
Quote from: JT on 14 May, 2008, 12:37:59 pm
You might want to compress those images...

They are. 640x480 JPEG ain't big.

From the dyndns.org link I'm guessing they're at the end of a DSL connection and tiermat is finding out just how many people browse this forum :)

I'd suggest hosting them on Flickr, Imageshack or similar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 14 May, 2008, 01:01:50 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 14 May, 2008, 12:39:55 pm
Quote from: JT on 14 May, 2008, 12:37:59 pm
You might want to compress those images...

They are. 640x480 JPEG ain't big.

From the dyndns.org link I'm guessing they're at the end of a DSL connection and tiermat is finding out just how many people browse this forum :)

I'd suggest hosting them on Flickr, Imageshack or similar.

I didn't say "resize", I said "compress" - those images are approx. 3mb each.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Craig on 14 May, 2008, 01:07:33 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 14 May, 2008, 12:39:55 pm
Quote from: JT on 14 May, 2008, 12:37:59 pm
You might want to compress those images...

They are. 640x480 JPEG ain't big.
They're not, they're 3000x2000, and 3MB. Its just the size on this page is specified as 640x480. Which is why they take ages to load and look a bit rubbish quality, as they're being resized by your browser.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2008, 01:21:37 pm
sh*t dudes, sorry my bad, resizing them locally now :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2008, 01:31:06 pm
OK, reduced in size locally and are now only ~90k each, teach me to think before sticking pictures up here straight offa tha camera...

Going for a lie down in a dark room now whilst my router cools down :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 14 May, 2008, 01:39:44 pm
Quote from: Craig on 14 May, 2008, 01:07:33 pm
They're not, they're 3000x2000, and 3MB. Its just the size on this page is specified as 640x480. Which is why they take ages to load and look a bit rubbish quality, as they're being resized by your browser.

D'oh. Good point. Brain not functioning properly. Ta very much.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 15 May, 2008, 12:06:26 am
Quote from: Gordy on 11 May, 2008, 11:18:16 am
Here's my Longstaff audax bike, recently rebuilt after a respray. It used to be turquoise, but I'm going for classy black on all my bikes now.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1086.jpg)

Spec is: Open Pro rims on Hope rear and SON front hubs. Dura Ace shifters and transmission. Nitto bars and stem. Ultegra brakes and seatpost.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1083.jpg)

I think this is the best looking bike here so far. Reason? it's the forks, I like the fork blades to have the bend in a nice smooth curve at the bottom just above the dropouts.

Eg my bike:
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/Shorter006sml.jpg)
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterforks.jpg)

not mine:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2322/2421758795_8bde35f841_d.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2344/2193038661_f2f4a9e359_d.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 16 May, 2008, 03:04:04 pm
New Inbred!  :D

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2236/2497240836_feba889740.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3252/2496419789_8df14fdcdf.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2345/2496416405_738c28c5d6.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2369/2496423315_b26b76043d.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 16 May, 2008, 03:06:43 pm
Quote from: fixer on 15 May, 2008, 12:06:26 am

I think this is the best looking bike here so far. Reason? it's the forks, I like the fork blades to have the bend in a nice smooth curve at the bottom just above the dropouts.

I don't. I don't like the extended head tube, the position of the STis, the fact it has STis, the height of the bars, it just looks wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 16 May, 2008, 05:06:03 pm
Quote from: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)

my Mtb also has a Brooks :thumbsup:
It also has mudgaurds,slicks,rear rack.The front rack is not currently fitted but it will be refitted if I do an S240 ride
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 16 May, 2008, 05:57:19 pm
Quote from: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)

 ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 19 May, 2008, 11:12:30 am
Quote from: alan on 16 May, 2008, 05:06:03 pm
Quote from: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)

my Mtb also has a Brooks :thumbsup:
It also has mudgaurds,slicks,rear rack.

As does mine.  It also has a flat tyre  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 19 May, 2008, 02:37:12 pm
Quote from: Mr Larrington on 19 May, 2008, 11:12:30 am
Quote from: alan on 16 May, 2008, 05:06:03 pm
Quote from: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)

my Mtb also has a Brooks :thumbsup:
It also has mudgaurds,slicks,rear rack.

As does mine.  It also has a flat tyre  >:(

Oh yeah, well mine now has a twisted chain anna big chunk 'o chainstay gouged out. Beat that.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bottlemasher on 19 May, 2008, 02:47:50 pm
I'm still proud of this
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/183/388229742_9b765844e1.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob on 20 May, 2008, 12:31:52 am
Shiny!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 May, 2008, 12:42:14 am
Quote from: Luke on 19 May, 2008, 02:37:12 pm
Oh yeah, well mine now has a twisted chain anna big chunk 'o chainstay gouged out. Beat that.  ::-)

On your new On-One?  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 20 May, 2008, 03:49:17 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 20 May, 2008, 12:42:14 am
Quote from: Luke on 19 May, 2008, 02:37:12 pm
Oh yeah, well mine now has a twisted chain anna big chunk 'o chainstay gouged out. Beat that.  ::-)

On your new On-One?  :(

Yep.

Shouldn't have put the touring chainset on. Less chainring clearance you see. I dropped the chain off the inside of the bottom ring, and it got jammed between the chainset and the frame.  :-X

I rode 50 miles before noticing the damage so hopefully it'll be OK. But I'll be keeping an eye on it. 

At least it explains the chain jumping.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rower40 on 20 May, 2008, 08:56:13 pm
"The time has come" the rower said,
"To photo all my bikes,
And post them on the internet,
to see which the forum likes."

Please excuse the blurry pics,
they're not a pretty sight;
I'll have another go sometime,
in somewhat better light.

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0068.jpg[/img]
Dawes Super Galaxy

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0070.jpg[/img]
Ridgeback Nemesis

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0074.jpg[/img]
Brompton

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0079.jpg[/img]
Dawes Discovery Twin

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0075.jpg[/img]
Velotechnik Grasshopper

[img height=480 width=640]http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/PICT0080.jpg[/img]
Windcheetah

I tried to rhyme about each bike,
Words of envy and lust,
But with poetry skills of McGonnagle,
I gave up in disgust.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: D0m1n1c Burford on 20 May, 2008, 09:07:55 pm
Quote from: alan on 16 May, 2008, 05:06:03 pm
Quote from: mike on 16 May, 2008, 03:07:17 pm
nice work, Luke - Someone else in the 'brooks onna mtb' club!

:)

my Mtb also has a Brooks :thumbsup:
It also has mudgaurds,slicks,rear rack.The front rack is not currently fitted but it will be refitted if I do an S240 ride

My MTB may not have a Brooks, but it does have mudguards, slicks, rear rack etc as it it my commuter bike. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 20 May, 2008, 11:02:50 pm
Quote from: rower40 on 20 May, 2008, 08:56:13 pm
"The time has come" the rower said,
"To photo all my bikes,
And post them on the internet,
to see which the forum likes."

<snip>

I tried to rhyme about each bike,
Words of envy and lust,
But with poetry skills of McGonnagle,
I gave up in disgust.

Great post rower!
You seem to have one of every type, and a proud collection of U-locks.
I like (upright) tourers best meself, but also fancy a Windcheetah. Never ridden a bent though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 21 May, 2008, 08:34:25 am
#1 son on his new birthday present.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2510162297_7fb89b9ca2.jpg?v=0)

The good news is that it is the right size for me as well (with the seat post up a bit)

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 May, 2008, 08:39:55 am
 :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 May, 2008, 12:19:43 pm
In preparation for the Midhurst 600 on Saturday I did an 80mile commute yesterday.

The 5km slog up Portsdown Hill with panniers full of Laptop, power supply, clothes and washbag isn't ideal but the views are stunning once you finally get to the top.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/bikeportsdown2.jpg?t=1211368361)

And yes, the chain is a bit slack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 21 May, 2008, 12:50:48 pm
What gear inch are you using?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 21 May, 2008, 01:06:00 pm
Quote from: alan on 21 May, 2008, 12:50:48 pm
What gear inch are you using?

14 different gear inches. It's a Rohloff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 03:52:47 pm

The New Arrival:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2324/2514049926_73cdbf470b.jpg)

It's a Bike Friday Family Tandem--20-inch wheels and kid-friendly sizing in the back, and it comes apart for packing. It's used, but seems to be in good shape, and I was offered  A Deal I Could Not Refuse (but some other stuff will be going out the door to cover this).

Shhhh--don't tell Anders. He has no idea that I just bought this.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 May, 2008, 04:06:12 pm
TANDEM!!!!!!

 :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup:

*thinks:  how can we get our tandem to Leftpondia?*

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 May, 2008, 04:10:33 pm
Quote from: scott on 22 May, 2008, 03:52:47 pm
The New Arrival:

Shhhh--don't tell Anders. He has no idea that I just bought this.  ;D

Oh that is so exciting! I'm sure he'll love it. When are you going to tell him?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 22 May, 2008, 04:13:17 pm
 8) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 04:16:41 pm
Quote from: clarion on 22 May, 2008, 04:06:12 pm
TANDEM!!!!!!

 :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup: :D :thumbsup:

 :)  You even got the color right!

Quote
*thinks:  how can we get our tandem to Leftpondia?*

I dunno, but I'd be happy to host the first YACF North American Tandem Rally!

Quote from: Paul on 22 May, 2008, 04:10:33 pm
Oh that is so exciting! I'm sure he'll love it. When are you going to tell him?

This afternoon when I bring it home from work.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 May, 2008, 04:22:02 pm
*waiting to hear Anders' inevitably quirky response* :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 04:48:16 pm
Quote from: clarion on 22 May, 2008, 04:22:02 pm
*waiting to hear Anders' inevitably quirky response* :)

Oh, thanks for reminding me. I need to get over to the "befuddling utterances" thread....  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 22 May, 2008, 08:04:45 pm
Quote from: scott on 22 May, 2008, 04:16:41 pm
I dunno, but I'd be happy to host the first YACF North American Tandem Rally!

Hmm... I'd beg or borrow a tandem for that - and kick Mrs S out of her armchair to join me Mrs S would be gagging to come along too I'm sure  :thumbsup:.

When is it?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 08:09:20 pm
Next weekend OK with you?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 22 May, 2008, 10:12:03 pm
Lovely idea Scott. I like the Bike Friday concept too. A pity they are so pricy over here...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 10:16:10 pm
Fortunately this one was used and less than half the price of a new one.

It's odd though--I'm not used to all these modern features--V brakes, a cassette (mounted on a 3-speed internal hub), indexing....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 22 May, 2008, 10:21:48 pm
Quote from: scott on 22 May, 2008, 10:16:10 pm
Fortunately this one was used and less than half the price of a new one.

It's odd though--I'm not used to all these modern features--V brakes, a cassette (mounted on a 3-speed internal hub), indexing....

Fixed it!!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 May, 2008, 10:31:19 pm
idée fixie      ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 May, 2008, 11:17:09 pm
I dunno... Have I got - whisper it - too many bikes?

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various077.jpg)

Bear in mind that these are only the ones with wheels on...

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various078.jpg)

My Basso isn't ready to build up yet.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0685.jpg)

What say you, good people? 'Guilty! Guilty! Guilty!'

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 24 May, 2008, 05:43:15 am
Quote from: torslanda on 23 May, 2008, 11:17:09 pm
I dunno... Have I got - whisper it - too many bikes?



I cant see a folder or a recumbent...  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 24 May, 2008, 07:46:47 am
Quote from: torslanda on 23 May, 2008, 11:17:09 pm
- too many bikes?

 Syntax error...does not compute.
n+1 rules
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 24 May, 2008, 07:55:00 am
Quote from: torslanda on 23 May, 2008, 11:17:09 pm
I dunno... Have I got - whisper it - too many bikes?
You have many bikes there is no "too" about it.
Now go and finish your therapy before the copies of Cycle and Arrivee become too dry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 24 May, 2008, 10:09:36 am
Recycling run.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2101/2517469491_12a2522bc9.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 24 May, 2008, 02:10:17 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 23 May, 2008, 11:17:09 pm
I dunno... Have I got - whisper it - too many bikes?

What say you, good people? 'Guilty! Guilty! Guilty!'

J

No but I see a ................................





 Football  :o :o

 ;) G
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 26 May, 2008, 11:19:48 am
Getting there....

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3203/2521362388_4c1ddae70f.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 26 May, 2008, 04:23:22 pm
Looking good BP. A pair of those bronze coloured GP4000 would look nice on that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 27 May, 2008, 10:00:26 am
Wot bars is those Mr Puddin'?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 10:49:31 am
Kyuss, drink, next week? I'm horrifically behind with everything, but I've got some stuff for you that I need to chat about.

Quote from: Tom M on 27 May, 2008, 10:00:26 am
Wot bars is those Mr Puddin'?

Them's Nitto Raundoneur (their mis-spelling). Love the look of them, hope they live up to it in the ride....

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2414/2496844712_c3f0439227.jpg?v=1210928511)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2064/2496019909_5b60e617fe.jpg?v=1210928371)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:30:09 pm
Get the bars from on-one?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:34:43 pm
Quote from: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:30:09 pm
Get the bars from on-one?

Nah, Hubjub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:39:58 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:34:43 pm
Quote from: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:30:09 pm
Get the bars from on-one?

Nah, Hubjub.

I only ask 'cos I ordered 2 of them from on-one, both in stock. And someone got one before they were dispatched.  >:(

Interestingly mine is destined to go on the front of my Kaffenback.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:42:57 pm
Quote from: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:39:58 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:34:43 pm
Quote from: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:30:09 pm
Get the bars from on-one?

Nah, Hubjub.

I only ask 'cos I ordered 2 of them from on-one, both in stock. And someone got one before they were dispatched.  >:(

Interestingly mine is destined to go on the front of my Kaffenback.

One of the main reasons I went to Hubjub, even when Will makes mistakes (and he has with one thing I ordered) he's dead nice about it - love the Kaff frame, but in my experience Brant at On One is a bit of a spanner.

But yes, most important thing, I didn't steal your bars!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:45:45 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:42:57 pm

...

But yes, most important thing, I didn't steal your bars!

Pleased to hear it.  >:(  ;)

What stem/seat post are you using?

I need a new stem as the old one is for oversize bars, and my current black seat post ain't going to go with those bars is it.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:58:36 pm
Quote from: Luke on 27 May, 2008, 01:45:45 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 May, 2008, 01:42:57 pm

...

But yes, most important thing, I didn't steal your bars!

Pleased to hear it.  >:(  ;)

What stem/seat post are you using?

I need a new stem as the old one is for oversize bars, and my current black seat post ain't going to go with those bars is it.  ::-)

 ;D ;D ;D

I got an MTB stem from Wiggle (Raceface) for a steal (last one they had) that I'm going to try (partly cos good silver stems seem hard to come by!) and a 'Push' seatpost that I liked the look of (virtually no layback which I think should give the position I'm looking for).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 27 May, 2008, 02:04:21 pm
I prefer Will to Brant everytime. Brant screwed up my Pompino order sold the frame to someone else.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 May, 2008, 02:07:27 pm
Great guys, but they need to sort out their comms a bit as none of them seem to know what the others are doing / have dealt with / have not dealt with already.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 29 May, 2008, 03:12:08 pm
Well being new to yacf, thought I might as well introduce myself here and stick a nice photo of my steed!  I'm focussing on Audax this year, hoping to do an SR this year, we'll see.  Previously have done a number of road races and sportive events, but nothing compares to the social aspect of Audax - I'm hooked!

My only road bike is a Sunday Silk Road - an absolute peach of a bike and soooo comfortable, handles like a dream - perhaps not ideal for Audax - but I love it anyway!  Here it is near the top of the Bwlch in South Wales, on Tuesday this week - and I'd only set off for an hour to Pontypridd and back  ;D

(http://www.e-avanti.co.uk/images/sundaysilkroad.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 May, 2008, 03:14:50 pm
Nice one - don't see many of them in the UK.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 29 May, 2008, 07:19:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 May, 2008, 03:14:50 pm
Nice one - don't see many of them in the UK.

Paging Annie...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 29 May, 2008, 07:36:31 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 29 May, 2008, 07:19:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 May, 2008, 03:14:50 pm
Nice one - don't see many of them in the UK.

Paging Annie...

His n hers :)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bikenew01.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/IMG_1634.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/mmmm.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/DSC00216-1.jpg)

Mine was (I think) one of the first audax frames.

I only used that red saddle the once.  Now using a Brooks, the seat post has been changed for an in line post and a new shorter stem has been fitted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 May, 2008, 07:44:17 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 29 May, 2008, 07:19:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 May, 2008, 03:14:50 pm
Nice one - don't see many of them in the UK.

Paging Annie...

Other than that one, I mean... ::-) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 29 May, 2008, 08:06:12 pm
Tis a fine looking machine Annie!  And relatively rare (although two chaps on the FoD Classic Sportive had them and were also extremely happy).

I was thinking about fitting a Brooks as well, although my Arione is pretty comfortable.  Mind the most I've ever spent in the saddle was 10 hours on the Making Hay 200Km.  My rear might not be so happy after 15-16 this weekend :o

Next couple of purchases are a Brooks B17 as a test and also a Carradice Barley - whether it will look right with the modern look of the Silk Road - who knows?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 29 May, 2008, 08:24:42 pm
Quote from: Dodge on 29 May, 2008, 08:06:12 pm
Tis a fine looking machine Annie!  And relatively rare (although two chaps on the FoD Classic Sportive had them and were also extremely happy).

I was thinking about fitting a Brooks as well, although my Arione is pretty comfortable.  Mind the most I've ever spent in the saddle was 10 hours on the Making Hay 200Km.  My rear might not be so happy after 15-16 this weekend :o

Next couple of purchases are a Brooks B17 as a test and also a Carradice Barley - whether it will look right with the modern look of the Silk Road - who knows?

Feel free to join the Carradice Club


(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/DSC00787.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/DSC00788.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 29 May, 2008, 08:27:51 pm
Quote from: annie on 29 May, 2008, 07:36:31 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/mmmm.jpg)

I've never said this before, but--I have hub envy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 29 May, 2008, 08:30:10 pm
Quote from: scott on 29 May, 2008, 08:27:51 pm
Quote from: annie on 29 May, 2008, 07:36:31 pm

I've never said this before, but--I have hub envy!

Seconded!!! What hub is that Annie? And what model of saddle bags are they then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 29 May, 2008, 08:32:36 pm
Quote from: scott on 29 May, 2008, 08:27:51 pm
Quote from: annie on 29 May, 2008, 07:36:31 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/mmmm.jpg)

I've never said this before, but--I have hub envy!

Worth getting out of bed for. :)

and this

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/hopeqr2.jpg)

however I will be a little sad when the new front wheel complete with dynohub for the IQ fly is fitted :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 29 May, 2008, 08:33:31 pm
Quote from: Dodge on 29 May, 2008, 08:30:10 pm
Quote from: scott on 29 May, 2008, 08:27:51 pm
Quote from: annie on 29 May, 2008, 07:36:31 pm

I've never said this before, but--I have hub envy!

Seconded!!! What hub is that Annie? And what model of saddle bags are they then?

Tis a Hope Hub, be warned though, they make a lot of noise if you freewheel.

The bags are Carradice Barley.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 May, 2008, 10:39:16 pm
Nice bike and nice pictures Annie (do I spot a triple?!). Well equipped and looking fast too. Are they local to you? I have only recently heard of the brand and seen ads in the cycling press.

Brroks on such a machine Dodge!? Noooo...  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 30 May, 2008, 09:40:07 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 May, 2008, 10:39:16 pm
Brroks on such a machine Dodge!? Noooo...  :P

Frenchie, I would generally tend to agree with you on this, I am really happy with the Arione, but whether I'll be so happy after the 300 tomorrow, well we'll see...can't afford another bike and don't want to get into the form over function debate ;D

I love those hubs though Annie, I'm very tempted...but it will have to wait for Xmas!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 30 May, 2008, 09:52:25 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 May, 2008, 10:39:16 pm
Nice bike and nice pictures Annie (do I spot a triple?!). Well equipped and looking fast too. Are they local to you? I have only recently heard of the brand and seen ads in the cycling press.

Brroks on such a machine Dodge!? Noooo...  :P

Yes tis a triple Frenchie although haven't had to resort to the granny ring as yet.  Greg Roche from Sunday came down to me with a bike to try out and delivered mine in his car.  Up Shropshire way, distance doesn't appear to be a problem for him though.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 30 May, 2008, 09:59:12 am
Quote from: Dodge on 30 May, 2008, 09:40:07 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 May, 2008, 10:39:16 pm
Brroks on such a machine Dodge!? Noooo...  :P

Frenchie, I would generally tend to agree with you on this, I am really happy with the Arione, but whether I'll be so happy after the 300 tomorrow, well we'll see...can't afford another bike and don't want to get into the form over function debate ;D

I think a Brooks Swift would look mighty fine on such a nice machine and also be very comfortable. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 30 May, 2008, 10:57:54 am
Greg didn't quite come down to South Wales, but he was fab on the phone and really helpful in getting my order sorted, a top bloke and I would not hesitate to recommend them to other people for sure.

I went all vein with my front light, which is a Hope Vision 1, in matching red, so I guess the hubs would nicely complement that!

Agree that something a little more "racey" like the Swift would look good...I better start compiling my Xmas present list now!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 May, 2008, 05:13:18 pm
Quote from: bikenerd on 30 May, 2008, 09:59:12 am
Quote from: Dodge on 30 May, 2008, 09:40:07 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 May, 2008, 10:39:16 pm
Brroks on such a machine Dodge!? Noooo...  :P

Frenchie, I would generally tend to agree with you on this, I am really happy with the Arione, but whether I'll be so happy after the 300 tomorrow, well we'll see...can't afford another bike and don't want to get into the form over function debate ;D

I think a Brooks Swift would look mighty fine on such a nice machine and also be very comfortable. :thumbsup:

I have given up on my Brooks Competition: So uncomfortable at times compared to my Flites (I have 3, 2 Originals and 1 SLR)... which also look nicer on modern bikes. I love the look of the Brooks though, esp. on a classic bike, but it is too, I don't know, uncomfortable I guess.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 05:06:48 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/2008-06-0100-54-03_0009.jpg)

At least I remained firm until page 16. I cleaned her and she was so lovely it was rude not to photograph too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 31 May, 2008, 05:11:06 pm
Quote from: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 05:06:48 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/2008-06-0100-54-03_0009.jpg)

At least I remained firm until page 16. I cleaned her and she was so lovely it was rude not to photograph too.
A couple of close-ups would be interesting..show us your light brackets :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 05:53:20 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/dinotte.jpg)
Dinotte supplied bracket.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Exposure.jpg)
Exposure supplied bracket on a Topeak bar tidy.  Topeak far outperforms the Minoura ones in my experience.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 31 May, 2008, 07:05:21 pm
Quote from: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 05:53:20 pm
Topeak far outperforms the Minoura ones in my experience.

Same opinion here.

I have two Topeak brkts,one on the bars each side of the stem
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ivo on 31 May, 2008, 07:39:55 pm
Is the Topeak one as long as a Minoura one? So suitable for barbag users?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 07:46:16 pm
I believe so.  The main difference is in the internal clamp.  The Minoura ones in my experience are a use once and never touch it again - or it is no good. My Topeak ones have been on and off and on and off several times and are still going strong.  For the same price that is worth it in my opinion.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ivo on 31 May, 2008, 07:52:58 pm
Could you measure the distance between the tube and the clamp? I have a Minoura Swinggrip mounted to compare the results.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 May, 2008, 08:54:17 pm
I've put some pics HERE (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=3545.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 June, 2008, 01:11:01 pm
That was then

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1207143816)

And this is now  (I can assure you that it's much redder, and therefore much faster, than the photos depict)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE1.jpg?t=1212408206)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE3.jpg?t=1212408239)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE4.jpg?t=1212408264)


I can't wait until I can start assembling it although I'm dreading scratching the pain-job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Lizzie on 02 June, 2008, 04:42:31 pm
Quote from: LEE on 02 June, 2008, 01:11:01 pm
I'm dreading scratching the pain-job.

And that is exactly what it will be if you DO scratch it ;D

Lovely looking frame, by the way  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 02 June, 2008, 04:48:31 pm
Lee--glad to see it's back. That's very, very red.  :)

It's a really nice bike--I'm looking forward to seeing it back together again.

Best advice I've heard is just wait for the first scratch, and then relax--you don't need to worry about it happening again.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 02 June, 2008, 04:54:11 pm
Quote from: scott on 02 June, 2008, 04:48:31 pm
Best advice I've heard is just wait for the first scratch, and then relax--you don't need to worry about it happening again.  ;)

Agreed. Only once it has its first scratch is it Truly Yours.

I'm not normally a fan of red bikes, but that is rather nice.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 June, 2008, 07:23:35 pm
Looks to have been very nicely done  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 June, 2008, 08:13:42 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 02 June, 2008, 07:23:35 pm
Looks to have been very nicely done  :)

It's a gorgeous paint-job, it looks about an inch thick and redder than red.

It's been sat on my office side-desk all day and I must confess I've stared at it longer than I probably should have.

Is this so very, very wrong of me?

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE5.jpg?t=1212433940)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dodge on 02 June, 2008, 08:39:37 pm
Quote from: LEE on 02 June, 2008, 08:13:42 pm
Is this so very, very wrong of me?

Very wrong, but hey, who cares :thumbsup:

That is one fantastic looking frame! Certainly does look like they have done an amazing job, very envious!

A funny thing seems to have happened to me, once (about 1 year ago) I used to drool over the latest carbon frame (Trek/Scott/Specialized/Colnago etc. etc.) with latest groupsets, carbon/titanium everything, factory built wheels, racing saddles and so on.

But now I just seem to think of nothing but classic looking steel frames with traditional paint jobs, older style groupsets (like the old Campag Record), Brooks saddles, Carradice saddle bags...and even........mudguards :P

What on earth is going on? What's next? Slippers and a pipe? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 June, 2008, 10:02:13 pm
Yep.  That works.  It looks very good indeed.

*a traditionalist who tends to like his BE Touristiques in Gunmetal Grey ;) *
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 02 June, 2008, 10:39:40 pm
Are those booklets under there so the frame doesn't scratch the desk, or so the desk doesn't scratch the frame..?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo4 on 03 June, 2008, 10:36:44 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/mercianbike001.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/PICT0120-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 03 June, 2008, 10:42:57 pm
Robbo--I remember first seeing the pictures of that Mercian; what a great bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 04 June, 2008, 12:16:01 am
Quote from: LEE on 02 June, 2008, 08:13:42 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 02 June, 2008, 07:23:35 pm
Looks to have been very nicely done  :)

It's a gorgeous paint-job, it looks about an inch thick and redder than red.

It's been sat on my office side-desk all day and I must confess I've stared at it longer than I probably should have.

Is this so very, very wrong of me?

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE5.jpg?t=1212433940)

Looks great Lee - I reckon the white sections really set the red colour off nicely.  I have the same Touristique frame, late 80s - in the metallic grey colour  :)  This is a thread you may be interested in, which I've had bookmarked for a while. 
CTC Forum :: View topic - British Eagle Touristique? (http://forum.ctc.org.uk/viewtopic.php?t=4126&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2008, 10:02:50 pm
Quote from: Robbo on 03 June, 2008, 10:36:44 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/mercianbike001.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/PICT0120-1.jpg)


Mmmm - loveliness :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 05 June, 2008, 10:23:35 am
All made in Taiwan:


The filthy Trek Soho S fixie, also known as Black Beauty (http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=black+beauty)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2372/2302721114_e08784817f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2302721114/in/set-72157600264430082/)

The serene Airborne Valkyrie Ax road bike, also known as Champagne Supernova (http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=champagne+supernova)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3219/2301933727_431f035463.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2301933727/in/set-72157600264430082/)

theMTB, simply known as theMTB.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2277/2552606921_327e83812c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2552606921/in/set-72157600264430082/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...

Rolhoff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 June, 2008, 01:22:02 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...

Rolhoff.

Yes, a Mercian with 2 expensive German hubs I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 01:37:57 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...

Rolhoff.

Is it? Where's the shifter?

(And I think it's Robbo's Mercian)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 01:37:57 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...

Rolhoff.

Is it? Where's the shifter?

(And I think it's Robbo's Mercian)

Bar end. It is a bit untidy, IMHO, with the cable but it is a gorgeous bike. A pity we can't fit another shifter.

PS May go for that red if I ever re-spray my Mercian.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 05 June, 2008, 02:15:49 pm
Would be nice to have some more close up pictures of that Mercian of Robbos. It looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 June, 2008, 02:25:24 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 01:37:57 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 05 June, 2008, 11:59:40 am
Clarion - What's the rear drop-out arrangement on that Red Mercian? Looks a little curious...

Rolhoff.

Is it? Where's the shifter?

(And I think it's Robbo's Mercian)

Bar end. It is a bit untidy, IMHO, with the cable but it is a gorgeous bike. A pity we can't fit another shifter.

PS May go for that red if I ever re-spray my Mercian.  ::-)

You could perhaps fit a shifter on a Minoura Space Bar off the stem if there's enough room under the bars.  Having the stem-mounted shifter makes sense if you are a relaxed rider and spend a lot of time on the bar-tops but not so good if you are in the drops all the time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 02:41:27 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 01:37:57 pm
Where's the shifter?
Bar end.
Why so it is. South paw?

Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
PS May go for that red if I ever re-spray my Mercian.  ::-)

It is a stunning red - but quite a spectrum away from your current colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 05 June, 2008, 02:53:35 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 02:41:27 pm
It is a stunning red - but quite a spectrum away from your current colour.

That coppery red is one of my favorite bike colors. Which is why my current bikes are (1) emerald green and (2) black.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo4 on 05 June, 2008, 02:54:43 pm
It was bar end when I took the photo, but now it is fitted with a twist grip of my own making by the centre bulge, it is a lot neater. There is a German firm, whose name I have forgotten, who make something similar (and expensive). (Yes I am south pawed.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 June, 2008, 04:20:11 pm
Quote from: Robbo on 05 June, 2008, 02:54:43 pm
It was bar end when I took the photo, but now it is fitted with a twist grip of my own making by the centre bulge, it is a lot neater. There is a German firm, whose name I have forgotten, who make something similar (and expensive). (Yes I am south pawed.)

Photo please
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 05:19:37 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 02:41:27 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
Quote from: Paul on 05 June, 2008, 01:37:57 pm
Where's the shifter?
Bar end.
Why so it is. South paw?

Quote from: Frenchie on 05 June, 2008, 02:08:47 pm
PS May go for that red if I ever re-spray my Mercian.  ::-)

It is a stunning red - but quite a spectrum away from your current colour.

Yes, I usually go stealth! Although there's a bluey bike in my garage now...  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 07 June, 2008, 02:04:48 pm
(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/06/van-nicholas.jpg)

My Yukon now with new mechs, chainset, BB, seat post, rear tyre, brake blocks, front rim, extra light, cycle computer and SQR swapped for bagman quick release.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 10 June, 2008, 09:24:45 am
Tyres are on - tonight I get the headset press to borrow so that will all be together properly. Now. To find the cash to finish it...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3038/2565697348_dea17138ae.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 10 June, 2008, 12:45:53 pm
Have you seen these (http://www.grabthehudz.com/gallery.html) BP? Middle row fourth ones down. Would look ace with some Brooks/Charge leather bar tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 10 June, 2008, 01:49:32 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 10 June, 2008, 12:45:53 pm
Have you seen these (http://www.grabthehudz.com/gallery.html) BP? Middle row fourth ones down. Would look ace with some Brooks/Charge leather bar tape.

Waaaaaaant!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 11:52:47 am
My first ever attempt at posting a piccie..

This is my Skip/Project bike.

Started life as a Carlton Frame of indeterminate vintage from Flea BAy...Now rides better than my Audax Bike.

(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/ousewanderer/IMG00032.jpg)

Graced with a set of wheels courtesy of a member of this Parish now chopping down trees in France, A Campag Chainset ex Flea Bay and lots of bits from my rapidly expanding stores.  I am about to fit the correct front Deraileur ( also courtesy of a Parish member ) and am sourcing a Brooks Pro sadle. 

Now I have got the Stem height correct I will obtain/fit the correct one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 13 June, 2008, 11:55:23 am
Quote from: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 11:52:47 am
My first ever attempt at posting a piccie..

This is my Skip/Project bike.

Started life as a Carlton of indeterminate vintage from Flea BAy...Now rides better than my Audax Bike.

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/ousewanderer/IMG00032.jpg

Edit..How do I ghet the actual picture to appear here ?

Highlight that pic address, then click on the (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/Themes/yACF%20Grey/images/bbc/img.gif) button.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 12:00:26 pm
Thanks..Done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 13 June, 2008, 02:17:58 pm
Quote from: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 11:52:47 am
This is my Skip/Project bike.

Started life as a Carlton Frame of indeterminate vintage from Flea BAy...Now rides better than my Audax Bike.

That's a very nice project bike!

What size tires?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 02:24:29 pm
700*28 Conti super touring...working on the "saving money" principal they came of my Hybrid Bike prior to selling it.

They give a lovely comfortable ride and are not noticeably slower that the 700*23 I had on it at first build.

I know that the wheel size is technically incorrect, but practicality won the day !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 13 June, 2008, 02:35:36 pm
Quote from: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 02:24:29 pm
I know that the wheel size is technically incorrect, but practicality won the day !

I did the same--my Univega came with 27" wheels, but they wouldn't hold the tires I wanted (just a minor problem  ::-) ), so I went to 700c.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velocitizen on 13 June, 2008, 08:00:51 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2115/2370899233_3a7b5da80f.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 13 June, 2008, 08:23:44 pm
Well done Roger, looks beautiful.  Where exactly will you place the jelly people?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 13 June, 2008, 09:16:32 pm
Quote from: velocitizen on 13 June, 2008, 08:00:51 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2115/2370899233_3a7b5da80f.jpg?v=0)

Ver' nice.  :D

When funds permit i'll be fixing your old Carlton. I'll probably stick a B17 on it too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 13 June, 2008, 09:21:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 13 June, 2008, 08:23:44 pm
Well done Roger, looks beautiful.  Where exactly will you place the jelly people?

Jelly people go in rear saddle pack, Marmite sarnies in bar Bag, Tools to persuade it to continue to roll are carriied in various pockets.

Lots still to do, Frame will get a respray when I am happy that all is OK with mechanicals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 June, 2008, 10:41:18 pm
Roger, that's great.  Welcome to the 'Carlton Club' ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 14 June, 2008, 06:07:13 pm
Bzzt- crackle - fzZzt - pop. Muwhahaha - She lives...

(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/20080614-misc/CIMG1772.jpg)

No pointy pinky, Miss C  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2008, 06:09:05 pm
Iddu, do you possess any normal bikes?

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 14 June, 2008, 09:22:38 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2008, 06:09:05 pm
Iddu, do you possess any normal bikes?

 ;)

[sultry]Come up to the shed, and check ze equipment out, big boy..[/sultry]Umm, yes.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 15 June, 2008, 08:55:32 pm
Quote from: velocitizen on 13 June, 2008, 08:00:51 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2115/2370899233_3a7b5da80f.jpg?v=0)

From here it doesn't look rusty. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 16 June, 2008, 08:45:38 am
Quote from: iddu on 14 June, 2008, 06:07:13 pm
Bzzt- crackle - fzZzt - pop. Muwhahaha - She lives...

(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/20080614-misc/CIMG1772.jpg)

No pointy pinky, Miss C  ;)

I guess that is marginally more niche than my fixed Moulton...

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/fixed_tsr.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 16 June, 2008, 03:29:16 pm
Late last year I was squeezed into an unfortunate encounter with an immovable object on the road with the result that my heavy duty commuter (Airborne Carpe Diem) suffered a bent frame thus:

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/photos/Bicycles/frame.jpg)

After much soul searching, I splashed out on the equivalent new Van Nicholas frame and some more finishing kit to resurrect the beast as an Amazon:

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/photos/Bicycles/amazon.jpg)
(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/photos/Bicycles/amazon2.jpg)

A little history....
My "heavy duty commuter" started life as a Cannondale T800. This died about 3 years ago when I broke its steel forks and dented the frame on a nasty little potholed downhill section on my commute home one dark evening. Parts of this bicycle (drivetrain, wheels, handlebars, stem, rack) were then used to build up a Carpe Diem frame. Now, more bits have been replaced and, of the original T800, only the front wheel remains on the current incarnation, ALL other parts having worn out and been replaced. The front wheel is replaced with a Schmidt Dynohub wheel for the dark winter months....
The brakes are XTR V-Brakes with travel agents which give a nicer feel and less squeak than the cantis I had previously; Many people decry the use of travel agents but I have had no problems - this may be due to using the "best available" parallel action V brakes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 June, 2008, 05:00:19 pm
Quote from: pdm on 16 June, 2008, 03:29:16 pm

Certainly looks heavy duty. Nice.

Parts of this bicycle (drivetrain, wheels, handlebars, stem, rack) were then used to  build a Carpe Deum frame.

Um, I'm not sure (Latin o'level: unclassified), but I think this might mean 'sieze the god".

Intentional? I like it, either way ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 16 June, 2008, 07:40:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 16 June, 2008, 05:00:19 pm
Um, I'm not sure (Latin o'level: unclassified), but I think this might mean 'sieze the god".


Ooops. :-[ Sorry - meant to write Carpe Diem which means seize the day! (Have corrected the Deum mistakes)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 16 June, 2008, 07:59:17 pm
Pieter,
What size is your frame?
The geometry looks very neat.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velocitizen on 16 June, 2008, 08:31:50 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 15 June, 2008, 08:55:32 pm


From here it doesn't look rusty. :D
Chris, you will be pleased (or horrified) to know that since the picture was taken I have splashed out on a tin of white hammerite and (some of) the rust has vanished, it now has white chainstays, and a couple more stripes on the barbers pole, I would post an updated photo, but I am sure you can wait until the Skeggy ride....nobody will notice until sunrise.
Quote from: Luke on 13 June, 2008, 09:16:32 pm

Ver' nice.  :D

When funds permit i'll be fixing your old Carlton. I'll probably stick a B17 on it too.
Thanks Luke,It would be nice to see the Carlton fixed, are you coming to Skeggy?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 16 June, 2008, 08:36:08 pm
GruB,
"58 cm" frame. Cyclocross relaxed geometry with mildly sloping top tube. 12cm stem.
36 spoke 700c wheels (A719 rim on rear Ultegra hub). 633x35 Schwalbe M+ tyres.
Its a very nice bike. Very comfortable with x32 or x35 tyres.
52/39/30 with 12-27 cassette.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 16 June, 2008, 10:03:40 pm
Quote from: Dodge on 02 June, 2008, 08:39:37 pm
But now I just seem to think of nothing but classic looking steel frames with traditional paint jobs, older style groupsets (like the old Campag Record), Brooks saddles, Carradice saddle bags...and even........mudguards :P

Like this (except for the saddle)?
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/Shorterrightfull.jpg)
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shortergearlever.jpg)
More pics if anyone's interested:
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/Shorterleftfull.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterbackofcrown.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterfrontclose.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterforkrake.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterchainsetright.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterfrontbrakeclose.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/shorterrearmech.jpg




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 17 June, 2008, 08:53:31 pm
Quote from: pdm on 16 June, 2008, 03:29:16 pm
Late last year I was squeezed into an unfortunate encounter with an immovable object on the road

That must have been one hell of a knock. How did the forks fare, out of morbid interest?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 17 June, 2008, 08:56:02 pm
Amazingly, the forks (Carbon Cross forks, aluminium steerer with canti bosses) survived intact. However, I could not bring myself to trust them on the new frame so I got new ones...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 17 June, 2008, 09:00:33 pm
Amazing.

So much for the strengthening gusset on the down tube.

The Amazon's a great bike, enjoy  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 18 June, 2008, 08:32:09 am
The gusset did exactly what it was supposed to do - strengthen the area immediately behind the head tube.  Shame it wasn't a bit longer, eh? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 18 June, 2008, 06:47:02 pm
How to get a new bike, paint your old one :)

Behold Stella Mark Deux ...

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/woollypigs/SFlHXIwF05I/AAAAAAAACjM/B2bZzYF3Tow/dsc03059.jpg?imgmax=640)

Stella had started to rust and I finally had the time and a bit of spare cash. So I took her apart yesterday and washed her down with paint remover then rust remover. Then I gave her 3-4 coats of "Hammerite Hammered Grey Silver" and then 2-3 coats of clear lacquer.

Note to one self and others, if you have the time make sure that each coat get to dry properly before applying the next coat. I ended up with a few runners and some marks in the paint work as it was still soft (but dry to the touch) when I put Stella back together. I had to rush it as Stella is my only ride atm I had to get her ready for tomorrow.

But I'm happy with the job and from what I learned here I think I can make a great job on the other frame I got laying around that need to be fixed up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 18 June, 2008, 06:53:35 pm
Quote
Behold Stella Mark Deux ...

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/woollypigs/SFlHXIwF05I/AAAAAAAACjM/B2bZzYF3Tow/dsc03059.jpg?imgmax=640)

Very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 18 June, 2008, 07:00:12 pm
That chain is a bit... (http://www.greenbank.org/images/slack.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 19 June, 2008, 08:34:15 am
Quote from: woollypigs on 18 June, 2008, 06:47:02 pm
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/woollypigs/SFlHXIwF05I/AAAAAAAACjM/B2bZzYF3Tow/dsc03059.jpg?imgmax=640)


Are those Planet X handlebars that were going for £7.50 a while ago? I've got a set and quite like them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 19 June, 2008, 08:37:30 am
Quote from: Blah on 19 June, 2008, 08:34:15 am
Are those Planet X handlebars that were going for £7.50 a while ago? I've got a set and quite like them.
Nope they are Profile T2 Wing Aero Base Bar


   Wiggle
 (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ProductDetail.aspx?Cat=cycle&ProdID=5360029410)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fi on 19 June, 2008, 08:39:57 am
She looks lovely Woolly; well worth the time and effort.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 19 June, 2008, 09:07:23 am
Woolly

That looks absolutely lovely.  Real class.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 19 June, 2008, 10:10:49 am
Fantastic! Amazing improvement on Stella mark 1 that I saw on Sunday. Hard to believe it's the same bike :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 19 June, 2008, 11:50:30 am
Quote from: RogerT on 19 June, 2008, 09:07:23 am
Woolly

That looks absolutely lovely.  Real class.


ditto!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 19 June, 2008, 07:57:17 pm
Thanks all, just put a new sprocket on the back and boy does she ride great, she IS really a new bike :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 19 June, 2008, 08:42:34 pm
My 1946 Hill Special:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3236/2592844257_a88739e2ea_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 19 June, 2008, 08:46:03 pm
bikenerd : where do you live ? As I'm sure I saw that bike in Ealing/Greenford today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 19 June, 2008, 09:06:53 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 19 June, 2008, 08:46:03 pm
bikenerd : where do you live ? As I'm sure I saw that bike in Ealing/Greenford today.

Oxford!  And it was definitely locked up outside the department all day! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 19 June, 2008, 09:20:47 pm
I hope that it was too, so there is a copy cat in town.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 19 June, 2008, 09:55:05 pm
Bikenerd, that's lovely. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 19 June, 2008, 11:48:37 pm

Bikenerd--yours is very nice!

This is not my whole bike, but the part I just changed....

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3291/2592349077_5bd981a557_b.jpg) (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3291/2592349077_6393b4004f_o.jpg)

...from a 48/34 compact double (110bcd) to a 48/28 compact double (86bcd). Just an experiment to try something vaguely like an old French type of wide double, except that I'm also using a Megarange freewheel. So this setup has  bailout gear of 22.2 inches.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 20 June, 2008, 08:32:40 am
Quote from: bikenerd on 19 June, 2008, 08:42:34 pm
My 1946 Hill Special

Lur-ve-ly retro bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 20 June, 2008, 10:01:06 am
Quote from: scott on 19 June, 2008, 11:48:37 pm
...from a 48/34 compact double (110bcd) to a 48/28 compact double (86bcd). Just an experiment to try something vaguely like an old French type of wide double, except that I'm also using a Megarange freewheel. So this setup has  bailout gear of 22.2 inches.

That's quite a spread, does it shift okay?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 20 June, 2008, 02:05:53 pm
Here's My stable
Jake
Viner
Spez
and
Dahon

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/bikelo.jpg) <p>
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/4.jpg) <p>
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/bike-1.jpg)<p>
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/bike-2.jpg)<p>
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Z0807_BIG.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 20 June, 2008, 10:12:55 pm
Quote from: Paul on 20 June, 2008, 10:01:06 am
That's quite a spread, does it shift okay?

So far, knock wood, it's at least as good as the previous setup.

Rather than be scientific and change one component at a time, I switched from a Shimano 600 front derailleur (came with the original 52/42 road double) to an old "Deer Head" MTB model.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 22 June, 2008, 11:41:24 am
Getting my tourer ready for LEJoG in two weeks! I have some kool stop pads coming to replace Shimano ones, but other than that it's ready to go. The chainset/cassette/chain will need replacing after this tour as they are looking a bit worn.

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/06/tourer2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 22 June, 2008, 06:51:37 pm
my stable [I may nearly be at N :D]

29er mtb:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9303.jpg)

pompino: (chain *could* probably be a bit tighter)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9310.jpg)

ebay colnago:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9312.jpg)

ugly audax bike, I know the forks look a bit odd, it's a long story...:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9309.jpg)

Condor barrachi:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9313.jpg)

folder:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9314.jpg)

and the new baby fixed:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9304.jpg)

full of ENO hubbed goodness..:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9306.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 22 June, 2008, 08:36:11 pm
Mike : what folder is that, is that the Speed Pro, if so how does it ride on longer journeys ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 23 June, 2008, 08:47:52 am
it's the speed TR woolly (it's 3 or 4 years old - they used to be orange)

I've done a lot of 1 hour rides and a couple of 50 milers on it and it's pretty good.  I'm right on the size / weight limit for it which makes it a bit flexy, and the saddle has a weird clampy thing which means I cant fit a brooks, but apart from that it's nice.  Quite quick too - only about 1 or 2 mph slower over a 1 hour ride than a 'proper sized' bike. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 23 June, 2008, 09:37:02 am
I have the Helios version of that frame and they are nippy. I am around 80kg and the frame fels quite stiff to me. I have doen a lot of similar rides to Mike's without problem. The saddle I-Beam clamp is disappearing on the new models; I bought a good I-Beam saddle from Palnet-X (sales) and that made a difference comnpared to the standard modle which was rubbish. Except for that, all good out of the box.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 25 June, 2008, 05:35:02 pm
Not mine, but I don't see why I should suffer alone  :o

(http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/2008/june/4/RaymondHernandez-1.jpg)

Dear Sweet Jesus  :sick:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 25 June, 2008, 05:48:49 pm
Quote from: Biff on 25 June, 2008, 05:35:02 pm
Not mine, but I don't see why I should suffer alone  :o

<snip>

Dear Sweet Jesus  :sick:

Oh Lordy - that's really nasty  :hand:.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 25 June, 2008, 06:09:48 pm
my word.  So far across on the ugly scale it almost makes it round the loop and back to beautiful.  Almost.



 :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 25 June, 2008, 06:23:40 pm
OMG. :o  They've got the hip hop slave thing all wrong haven't they.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 25 June, 2008, 06:25:16 pm
Impressive!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 25 June, 2008, 07:14:24 pm
How long is the wheel base?!!  It looks like a butcher's bike that's been Tango'd*.

*well, somebody had to say it...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 June, 2008, 10:45:20 pm
Quote from: Deano on 25 June, 2008, 07:14:24 pm
How long is the wheel base?!!  It looks like a butcher's bike that's been Tango'd*.

*well, somebody had to say it...

Looks like a 700c frame with 26" wheels the clearances are so big
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 June, 2008, 10:54:10 pm
My Rennovation is approaching the finish line.

Here is the before

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1214430525)

The middle

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/restoration2.jpg?t=1214430570)

and (nearly) the end.  Just some Mudguard tweaking, some fine tuning of the derailleur and Bar tape.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BET3.jpg?t=1214430648)

Yes, I know the Bar Tape is a bit pink & black , rubberised finish with white stitching but a little S&M never hurt anyone (did it?).  Anyway, it's 22 years old now so it can do what it wants.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 June, 2008, 10:56:01 pm
That seems to be working rather well. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 June, 2008, 10:56:22 pm
For the pervs among you (Edit, I was going to use Black tape but finally had to do something to it in order to make it slightly anti-CTC)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BET2.jpg?t=1214430914)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BET1.jpg?t=1214430958)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE4.jpg?t=1214431254)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 25 June, 2008, 11:07:05 pm
That's coming along nicely....I'll just imagine red bar tape.  ;)

(why are "red" tapes, pads, etc. almost always pink?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 June, 2008, 11:34:53 pm
Quote from: scott on 25 June, 2008, 11:07:05 pm
That's coming along nicely....I'll just imagine red bar tape.  ;)

(why are "red" tapes, pads, etc. almost always pink?)

The problem I have is that almost nothing will be as red as the Mercian paint-job so I thought I wouldn't even try to match it.  I like vulgar bar-tape (see yellow/black on the original)

I don't mind the pink of the bar tape in fact.  If I get sick of it I'll get black tape next time, not red.  I don't particularly like red bar tape (especially after it's been held by oily hands)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 25 June, 2008, 11:37:34 pm

< slinks away to finish installation of red cotton bar tape >   :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 June, 2008, 05:48:16 am
Lee,
That looks ace  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 26 June, 2008, 09:11:06 am
Quote from: GruB on 26 June, 2008, 05:48:16 am
Lee,
That looks ace  :thumbsup:

Thanks Grub.

Brooks B17 Champion has been ordered (Nice big copper rivets), sod the weight I love the look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 26 June, 2008, 12:10:34 pm
new bike  ;D

Dolce elite

(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g110/maffiebabe/005.jpg)

Pants pic but raining outside lol
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 26 June, 2008, 12:29:51 pm
Pics of your pants you say?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 26 June, 2008, 12:31:04 pm
you're, erm, not tall, are you Maffie? :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 26 June, 2008, 12:32:51 pm
That's a small bike!!  ;)

Nice. Try and raise the saddle up if you can. It will help with the cycling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 26 June, 2008, 12:46:03 pm
Im very short yes lol. Im just under 5'2 its a 44cm frame reach on the 48 was way too long  :o first try on it was last night so needs a few tweaks yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 26 June, 2008, 01:28:01 pm
Quote from: Maffie on 26 June, 2008, 12:46:03 pm
Im very short yes lol. Im just under 5'2 its a 44cm frame reach on the 48 was way too long  :o first try on it was last night so needs a few tweaks yet.

A very good thing in a small package.  :D

Saddle is level with the handle bars... I think the perspective in the picture makes it look lower than it is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 June, 2008, 02:15:42 pm
Cool! 8)

Now get out & ride - rain be damned! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 26 June, 2008, 03:10:05 pm
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 26 June, 2008, 01:28:01 pm
Quote from: Maffie on 26 June, 2008, 12:46:03 pm
Im very short yes lol. Im just under 5'2 its a 44cm frame reach on the 48 was way too long  :o first try on it was last night so needs a few tweaks yet.

A very good thing in a small package.  :D

Saddle is level with the handle bars... I think the perspective in the picture makes it look lower than it is.

there wasnt much room to get a good pic in that room  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 June, 2008, 12:20:12 pm
Finished (with arrival and fitment of Brooks B17 Champion)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6624.jpg?t=1214565097)

I'm extremely pleased with the result and highly recommend Mercian based on the braze-ons and paint-job they did on this.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6620.jpg?t=1214565269)

In case you were wondering, I bought the bike from Harry Hall's Bicycle shop in Manchester in 1986 (£285 new but I daren't add up what I've spent over the years)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1214565365)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 29 June, 2008, 09:19:39 am
I've finished rebuilding my Surly Cross Check tourer for the North Sea route, starting in three weeks.  ;D ;D ;D The bike is pretty much the same as I used on the Pacific Highway last year, but I've taken the hydraulic brakes off to use them on the tandem. They've been replaced with Cane Creek "V brakes without noodle pipes" matched with Tektro V brake road levers.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1198.jpg)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1199.jpg)

The racks are Nitto - both attached to the canti studs. I've gone back to a fixed rear wheel as the route looks flat enough. The frame is a bit big for me, so I use a seatpost with no layback to bring the saddle forward. Bars are the On-One Midge design. Hubs are Surly; tyres are Panaracer TG Pasella - 35mm and 32mm.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 June, 2008, 10:32:03 am
Some interesting stuff there, Gordon.

1. Does the front rack attach to anything other than the canti studs?

2. How do the noodleless Vs compare with noodled Vs?

I'm not a huge fan of the Surley, because it looks so industrial, even military to me, but it looks entirely ready for whatever you might be about to throw at it/it at.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 29 June, 2008, 11:18:16 am
Well spotted, Paul. The front rack should have a fastening bit that extends through the brake bolt hole at the top of the forks. I've removed it because it fouls the brake cable and will have to get some 5mm threaded bar and a small P-clip to replace it.

The new brakes? They're OK, but not wonderful. I'll get them bedded-in and try out some fully loaded descents to get a better impression.

I hope you noted the essential BLACK nipples?  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 June, 2008, 11:38:35 am
Quote from: Gordy on 29 June, 2008, 11:18:16 am
Well spotted, Paul. The front rack should have a fastening bit that extends through the brake bolt hole at the top of the forks. I've removed it because it fouls the brake cable and will have to get some 5mm threaded bar and a small P-clip to replace it.

I'm struggling to picture how the solution works. Will you post a pic, if you have time?

Quote from: Gordy on 29 June, 2008, 11:18:16 am
The new brakes? They're OK, but not wonderful. I'll get them bedded-in and try out some fully loaded descents to get a better impression.

Interesting. I'd expect them to be even vetter than Vs, but maybe (like you say) they need to bed in.

Quote from: Gordy on 29 June, 2008, 11:18:16 am
I hope you noted the essential BLACK nipples?  8)

It's quite common, after serious cracking, I hear. Hope they clear up soon ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 June, 2008, 06:45:35 pm
Nice work bike Gordon; I would just change the bars were I to ride it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 30 June, 2008, 03:22:22 pm
That is very nice, Gordon - those Tektro levers work nicely, don't they?

I like the gold chain too - it adds just the right bit of colour :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo5 on 30 June, 2008, 08:47:17 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 June, 2008, 04:20:11 pm
Quote from: Robbo on 05 June, 2008, 02:54:43 pm
It was bar end when I took the photo, but now it is fitted with a twist grip of my own making by the centre bulge, it is a lot neater. There is a German firm, whose name I have forgotten, who make something similar (and expensive). (Yes I am south pawed.)

Photo please

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/000_0002-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 30 June, 2008, 10:18:40 pm
Those black nipples will be a nice pink again Gordon when the bruising has gone :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 July, 2008, 08:43:06 am
Quote from: Robbo on 30 June, 2008, 08:47:17 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 June, 2008, 04:20:11 pm
Quote from: Robbo on 05 June, 2008, 02:54:43 pm
It was bar end when I took the photo, but now it is fitted with a twist grip of my own making by the centre bulge, it is a lot neater. There is a German firm, whose name I have forgotten, who make something similar (and expensive). (Yes I am south pawed.)

Photo please

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a38/StevenROBSON/000_0002-2.jpg)


Looks interesting.  If you ever take it off for servicing I'd be interested to see how it is made.  Does it slide over the bars and then tighten using a shim?  The cables appear to run along the bars but maybe they are just brake cables.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 01 July, 2008, 09:13:17 am
Quote from: LEE on 01 July, 2008, 08:43:06 am
The cables appear to run along the bars but maybe they are just brake cables.

You can see the two gear cables running vertically down next to the head tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 July, 2008, 01:48:25 pm
Here's my tourer - the bike was originally a Diamond Back Outlook bought for £100 in 1999, but since the frame's comfortable and fits me well, I've given it a few different guises over the years.

With the recent addition of Salsa Bell Lap bars, Tektro V-brake levers, bar-end shifters (swapped for DVD player), a Brooks B17 and various spare bits, it's a satisfactory answer to the question "How do I get a cheap touring bike?"

I'll add some smoother tyres, a rack at the front and a 36-spoke rear wheel, then it'll be ready for Land's End to John O'Groats in 3 weeks' time :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3145/2622641778_ea0879da6e.jpg)

Here it is in action at the weekend, on Sleightholme Moor:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3103/2622641846_063ab1582f.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 01 July, 2008, 02:40:54 pm
Will we see that one in action on Lumpy Tea and Cakes Dean?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 July, 2008, 02:43:58 pm
Pictures like that are the reason that the disassembly of my mtb/tourer (so that I can sell it) is going so slowly. Well, that and the fact that despite following Sheldon's Seven Steps, I can't get the seatpost out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 04:02:06 pm
(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/07/tourer-loaded.jpg)

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/07/tourer-loaded2.jpg)

(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/07/tourer-loaded3.jpg)

My tourer in LEJoG mode :thumbsup:

Have fitted new LX canti brakes (thanks MV) and Kool stop dual compound pads. Very nice stopping power, feels comparable to v-brakes. I tried the Shimano pads that came with the brakes, they were terrible - abrasive. See also Why you should use decent pads for your rim brakes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=4727.0)

The bike's currently weighing in at 26kg, but with all the other stuff I'm taking and a full pantry it will be more like 35kg. It feels strange at first after not riding loaded for over a year, a bit like riding a boat. Heavy and slow handling, but very comfortable and secure.

We are doing it sensibly, 15 days gives 60 miles per day average. The main issue is Dad who's 64 and hasn't done anything this ambitious for 40 years. He's been inspired to cycle again by my cycling exploits over the last few years. He reckons he can average 13mph though.

The only problem is I'm all ready but it's two days away >:( :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 July, 2008, 04:06:08 pm
Looking good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 01 July, 2008, 04:10:29 pm
He's Fully loaded. Get a stunning backdrop and submit the picture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 05:39:04 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 01 July, 2008, 04:10:29 pm
He's Fully loaded. Get a stunning backdrop and submit the picture.

Where to??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 01 July, 2008, 05:40:00 pm
Wish I had a grey Cortina....  That wish never came to anything but when it came to choosing a bike colour I didn't hesitate and now with matching rims.
                                      (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3014/2627756943_7807bb0a3f.jpg?v=0)

That choice has come in for some criticism over the last few years, with some wits asking when the top coat was going on.  I always knew grey was a good colour and who on YACF could disagree ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 01 July, 2008, 05:45:07 pm
Quote from: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 04:02:06 pm
(http://www.robshields.org/~rshields/2008/07/tourer-loaded.jpg)


Pittville Park again?  That was the destination of most of my early bike rides between the ages of 5 and about 8 or 9.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 July, 2008, 07:00:17 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 01 July, 2008, 02:40:54 pm
Will we see that one in action on Lumpy Tea and Cakes Dean?

Maybe.  But I've a third bike which you haven't seen yet ;)

Quote from: scott on 01 July, 2008, 02:43:58 pm
Pictures like that are the reason that the disassembly of my mtb/tourer (so that I can sell it) is going so slowly. Well, that and the fact that despite following Sheldon's Seven Steps, I can't get the seatpost out.

Aye, it's great having a go-anywhere bike :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 01 July, 2008, 08:09:20 pm
The long-awaited C50 is here!

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/IMG_0471.jpg)

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/IMG_0473.jpg)

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/IMG_0480.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 01 July, 2008, 08:23:22 pm
Wow!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 08:25:48 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 01 July, 2008, 05:45:07 pm
Pittville Park again?  That was the destination of most of my early bike rides between the ages of 5 and about 8 or 9.

Yeap, on the bridge by the loos. It's fun to pootle round the park :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 01 July, 2008, 08:29:06 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 01 July, 2008, 08:09:20 pm
The long-awaited C50 is here!
Gorgeous.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 01 July, 2008, 08:31:20 pm
Quote from: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 05:39:04 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 01 July, 2008, 04:10:29 pm
He's Fully loaded. Get a stunning backdrop and submit the picture.

Where to??

The Fully Loaded Touring Bike Photo Gallery (http://www.fullyloadedtouring.com/) of course
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 01 July, 2008, 08:35:36 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 01 July, 2008, 08:31:20 pm
The Fully Loaded Touring Bike Photo Gallery (http://www.fullyloadedtouring.com/) of course

Excellent :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 02 July, 2008, 01:03:38 pm
Just finished a new bike for my girlfriend, a Trek 1.2 WSD frame that I have made into a Audax style bike for her, this is her first road bike, she has been using her old ATB (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Kent_Castle_Ride_100_8.jpg) until now for up to 100 miles (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/Our_Tours_Kent_Castle.htm), after that ride she agreed that she would like to join me riding from Bordeaux to Barcelona (http://www.bikeadventures.co.uk/supportbordeauxbarcelona.html), I may have not highlighted the part about the Pyrenees being in between the two when trying to convince her to go mind you, so decided to treat her to a bike, hoping that it will help her to get over them; without hitting me! Most of the spec' was based on my own Van Nicholas Yukon (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Van_Nicholas_Yukon.jpg)

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_01_1.jpg) Trek 1.2 WSD 47cm frame with Mavic Kysrium Equipe wheels

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_03_1.jpg) TA Carmina 165mm 26-36-46, this gives roughly 24" to 95" gear ratios with 13-29 cassette

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_04_2.jpg)Campagnolo Record Red label Ergo, indulged here as personally I prefer to the non QS front shifting and clunkier gear change.

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_06_1.jpg) Campagnolo Comp triple mech with 13-29 cassette

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_07_1.jpg) Campagnolo Comp Front mech, dsigned for larger rings, as you can see the outer plate does not follow the chain ring line, but it still works well enough.

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_08_1.jpg) Short depth bars, Shimano R650 57mm brakes

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_09_1.jpg) Cateye Strada Wireless computer

As for Louisa she thought it looked lovely, although when I started to tell her the thought that went into the equipment choices I could see her eyes glazing over  ::-)  ;D

Paul_Smith (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Adobe_France.jpg)
www.bikeplus.co.uk (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2008, 01:56:50 pm
That is rather spiff. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 02 July, 2008, 02:12:52 pm
Is that a Terry saddle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 02 July, 2008, 02:23:27 pm
Quote from: Blah on 02 July, 2008, 02:12:52 pm
Is that a Terry saddle?
Very similar, it is a Bontrager, the frame is available as a complete bike only so I ordered that in and upgraded all but the WSD items, the saddle being one of them, the bars the other, everything else I upgraded as above.

Paul_Smith (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Adobe_France.jpg)
www.bikeplus.co.uk (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 July, 2008, 09:27:33 pm
From this:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9154.jpg)

To this:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9156.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 02 July, 2008, 09:56:26 pm
I love the way you've scattered flower petals around your bike. Is it love?  :-* ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rollo on 02 July, 2008, 10:20:36 pm
I'd put the mudguard-stay quick-release doofers back - they're a bit more important now the stays attach at the dropouts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 02 July, 2008, 10:32:54 pm
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 02 July, 2008, 01:03:38 pm
Just finished a new bike for my girlfriend, 

... Trek 1.2 WSD 47cm frame with Mavic Kysrium Equipe wheels
... TA Carmina 165mm 26-36-46, this gives roughly 24" to 95" gear ratios with 13-29 cassette
... Campagnolo Record Red label Ergo, indulged here as personally I prefer to the non QS front shifting and clunkier gear change.
... Campagnolo Comp triple mech with 13-29 cassette
... Campagnolo Comp Front mech, dsigned for larger rings, as you can see the outer plate does not follow the chain ring line, but it still works well enough.
... Short depth bars,
... Cateye Strada Wireless computer

Nice bike, boy are you smitten!

Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 02 July, 2008, 01:03:38 pm
As for Louisa she thought it looked lovely, although when I started to tell her the thought that went into the equipment choices I could see her eyes glazing over  ::-)  ;D

Listen, if it doesn't work out between you two, well, I'm just saying, my eyes wouldn't be glazing over...  :-*

Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 02 July, 2008, 01:03:38 pm
Shimano R650 57mm brakes

Hmm, so you're not completely smitten after all? ;)

Seriously - that's a fabulous bike. I hope you four have thousands of happy miles together.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 July, 2008, 10:36:11 pm
Quote from: eck on 02 July, 2008, 09:56:26 pm
I love the way you've scattered flower petals around your bike. Is it love?  :-* ;)

Of course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 July, 2008, 10:37:11 pm
Quote from: Rollo on 02 July, 2008, 10:20:36 pm
I'd put the mudguard-stay quick-release doofers back - they're a bit more important now the stays attach at the dropouts.

Oh.  I couldn't figure out how they worked.  I had to use some old mudguard guides as the ones on the original pic were too short.  I suppose I can just move the quick release over easily?  I will have a look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2008, 10:40:16 pm
SKS have redesigned the mudguard fixing so you can't adjust it, and the stays are very long, so I fitted my latest 'guards without the secu-clips.

I might revisit now I've adapted SKS' brilliant innovation back to something workable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CathH on 04 July, 2008, 11:31:44 am
(http://www.catherinehumes.co.uk/blog/blogimages/2008bikecanal.jpg)

My bike hasn't been seen on here for a while.  Nothing's changed as such apart from new lights and tyres.  He's looking relaxed by the canal before the ride home.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 July, 2008, 11:33:05 am
A perfect scene. Made me smile. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 05 July, 2008, 09:02:55 pm
Getting there...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3068/2639574144_e04f7ef282.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3006/2639571316_ff5e44bc42.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3188/2639569074_2daa94185c.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 05 July, 2008, 09:11:15 pm
oi you evil little GIT , show us some more pictures !!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 05 July, 2008, 09:15:57 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 05 July, 2008, 09:11:15 pm
oi you evil little GIT , show us some more pictures !!!!

Not till it's finished at the end of the month...  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vince on 06 July, 2008, 09:28:23 am
My Dawes Sardar, bought from Alan last year and a godsend in the Welsh hills:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b108/VinceBeckworth/Devils%20Bridge%20ride%207%20Jun%2008/BILD0059.jpg)

I would like to fit lighter forks and get a green respray. On other days I want to keep the forks and fit a disc, it all depends on the hill I've just been up.

My summer bike:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b108/VinceBeckworth/Norfolk%20June%2008/24062008001.jpg)

This was the bike I bought when I started to become interested in longer rides. I took a significant chunk of my student loan and was worth it 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 06 July, 2008, 10:41:39 am
Quote from: GruB on 02 July, 2008, 10:37:11 pm
Quote from: Rollo on 02 July, 2008, 10:20:36 pm
I'd put the mudguard-stay quick-release doofers back - they're a bit more important now the stays attach at the dropouts.

Oh.  I couldn't figure out how they worked.  I had to use some old mudguard guides as the ones on the original pic were too short.  I suppose I can just move the quick release over easily?  I will have a look.

I would STRONGLY recommend that you fit the plastic quick release clips for the mudguard stays - readers may recall that last November one of my cycling club pals caught a bit of stick in his front guard (with fixed stays), was catapulted over the bars, landed on his (helmeted) head but broke his neck and back - resulting in the life support system having to be switched off a few days later   :( :(     

Not sure what the outcome would have been if he had the QR mudguards ... but seems a good idea to take precautions.

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cookiemonster on 06 July, 2008, 10:53:52 pm
My new-ish bike

(http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/cookiemonster69_2006/SANY0033.jpg)


Sorry that the quality isn't great, it was taken with my dodgy old camera
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Yoyo on 06 July, 2008, 11:05:36 pm
[img]

This should be my pride and joy but I cannot see what I am uploading!!
A smaller picture is to the left! - My ride from Poole to Hengistbury Head.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 07 July, 2008, 08:23:30 am
Quote from: Yoyo on 06 July, 2008, 11:05:36 pm
[img]

This should be my pride and joy but I cannot see what I am uploading!!
A smaller picture is to the left! - My ride from Poole to Hengistbury Head.

OK, it looks like you haven't got an image in your post.  Assuming you've uploaded the image onto a suitable website (like Flikr or something of that ilk), and you've got the URL of the image alone, you'll need to put that URL between some "img" tags eg like this:

[img]http://www.server.goes.here.com/filename_here.gif[/img]

Use the "Reply with quote" feature on somebody else's post to see what they've done.

Oh, and welcome to the forum. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 July, 2008, 10:07:30 am
Vince, that lifebelt on the Cougar seems oversized for the type of bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 07 July, 2008, 06:43:10 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 July, 2008, 10:07:30 am
Vince, that lifebelt on the Cougar seems oversized for the type of bike.

Also: please be cautious. No matter how tempting that "special reduced rate" sounds, don't pay the ferryman. Don't even fix a price.

< runs >
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 07 July, 2008, 07:12:28 pm
Quote from: vince on 06 July, 2008, 09:28:23 am
My Dawes Sardar, bought from Alan last year and a godsend in the Welsh hills:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b108/VinceBeckworth/Devils%20Bridge%20ride%207%20Jun%2008/BILD0059.jpg)

I would like to fit lighter forks and get a green respray. On other days I want to keep the forks and fit a disc, it all depends on the hill I've just been up.

Give it a rest! The Sardar is a proper camping tourer not a get-there-in-a-hurry-bike! Shame on Dawes for replacing such good frame with a disposable "soda-can" version this year! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vince on 10 July, 2008, 11:24:39 pm
I don't understand why they did it either. I thought the Sardar was one of a kind at that price point and very good value. The thing I love about this bike is that if the mood took me I reckon I could ride out one day and not stop (visas permitting) until I arrived at my brother's place in the middle of Africa for a beer. Until then it can continue to do excellent service in the Welsh hills.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 11 July, 2008, 07:54:21 pm
Quote from: Gordy on 29 June, 2008, 09:19:39 am
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1198.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3181/2659322090_b1c9729446.jpg)

A black fixed with nitto racks front and rear, midge bars, brooks saddle and V-brakes?

Got one of them.  :thumbsup:

That looks awfully like an on-one crankset too, only yours must be new 'coz the shiny chrome finish hasn't started pealing off yet.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vince on 11 July, 2008, 08:01:54 pm
Good grief Luke, where had you ridden that to?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 11 July, 2008, 08:02:41 pm
Ooh, I will *hopefully* have new bike pics to post in here tomorrow.

Fingers crossed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 11 July, 2008, 08:14:37 pm
Quote from: vince on 11 July, 2008, 08:01:54 pm
Good grief Luke, where had you ridden that to?

I rode up to Berwick upon Tweed over 4 days last week. The photo was taken at Seahouses shortly before getting there.

Spent the past week chasing recumbent tricyclists all over Northumberland and the borders area.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 11 July, 2008, 10:53:17 pm
Quote from: Luke on 11 July, 2008, 07:54:21 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3181/2659322090_b1c9729446.jpg)

A black fixed with nitto racks front and rear, midge bars, brooks saddle and V-brakes?

Got one of them.  :thumbsup:

Nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 11 July, 2008, 11:01:04 pm
Quote from: Luke on 11 July, 2008, 08:14:37 pm
Quote from: vince on 11 July, 2008, 08:01:54 pm
Good grief Luke, where had you ridden that to?

I rode up to Berwick upon Tweed over 4 days last week. The photo was taken at Seahouses shortly before getting there.


Always said the Pompino was a great tourer... Well done Luke. See you tomorrow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 12 July, 2008, 09:56:20 am
Hi Luke! That's a cool bike.
Great minds think alike etc...

Yep, that's an On-One crankset and whilst the RHS is still intact, all the chrome has peeled off the left crank.

I'm touring on 48 x 19 this year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 July, 2008, 06:48:11 pm
Just in case anyone thought that I don't ride bikes, just collect them

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/08062008.jpg)

On the Rochdale canal
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 July, 2008, 09:39:37 am
If that's the Manchester-Rochdale section (and I think it is ;) ), then watch out - there are faerie hiding places everywhere...


...that and tons of broken glass ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 July, 2008, 07:21:16 pm
Clarion. That's Failsworth, that is . . .

The ride home from Manchester, instead of taking 30 mins took over an hour and a half due to the state of the towpath. Taht's the last time I take a 'shortcut' along 'the canal coz it's flatter'. loada bollox!

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 15 July, 2008, 04:07:57 pm
The Puch Prince I got for Mel for thirty quid from a police auction has finally been turned into a commuter.

It started like this:

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/124/406192473_a3ca4a8485.jpg?v=0)

New saddle, front wheel and pedals were all that was needed. But it just wasn't right. The old brake levers were mince, but riding on the hoods isn't for Mel just yet, and the bars had to be popped up high anyway for her to ride in comfort which looked odd with the drops.

Problem solved. A week ago I stripped my old Dawes to pass the frame on, and stuck the flat bar and brake levers onto the Puch. Added some nice Charge grips. Suddenly it stops and feels much more controllable. I may need to get a stem with more reach as Mel has complained of being a little cramped. It was a bit harder on her wrists than her MTB as well, feeling as though the saddle was pitching her forward, so need to do some other tweaks.

But overall the ride in this morning went well, and it'll be even better when I've got a thumbshifter as she can't use the downtube shifter yet so has basically been riding it as singlespeed. She'd gone right off the look of the MTB, much prefers this, and it's in her favourite colour (which, as we all know, is one of the most important things when it comes to bikes...).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2671104038_070924ee41.jpg?v=1216120042)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3033/2671104448_a674061dae.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3032/2670283159_cce1c695c9.jpg?v=0)

having seen the pics she now wants some better cycling clothes, and is going off helmets (got the Bern in the pics from Cyclechic, which was an improvement, but might be going bareheaded at some point - I can't really argue against it given I commute lidless).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 15 July, 2008, 04:14:25 pm
Flat bars :sick:

The drops look pretty good, retro drops are in fashion you know :thumbsup: But if she needs a stem that short with flat bars then the frame is too large,
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 15 July, 2008, 04:19:08 pm
Quote from: bobajobrob on 15 July, 2008, 04:14:25 pm
Flat bars :sick:

The drops look pretty good, retro drops are in fashion you know :thumbsup: But if she needs a stem that short with flat bars then the frame is too large,

With drop bars on it simply wasn't going to be ridden and I'd much rather it saw the light of day to be honest.

And...

Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 15 July, 2008, 04:07:57 pm
I may need to get a stem with more reach....

 :P

Frame size is about spot on, just need to get it feeling as comfortable as possible.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 15 July, 2008, 04:24:41 pm
Sharp shooting there BP.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 15 July, 2008, 04:25:23 pm
A Puch :) man that brings back memories from when I was a kid plenty of Puch around, and always that green colour too. The lid looks kinda big though could be because it does not have holes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 15 July, 2008, 04:26:28 pm
Riser bars ftw in that case :thumbsup:

Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 15 July, 2008, 04:19:08 pm
Frame size is about spot on, just need to get it feeling as comfortable as possible.

If the reach is about right with the short stem and high flat bars then the frame is too long. Still, as long as it's comfortable then that's all that matters :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 17 July, 2008, 09:25:16 am
Quote from: bobajobrob on 15 July, 2008, 04:26:28 pm
Riser bars ftw in that case :thumbsup:

Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 15 July, 2008, 04:19:08 pm
Frame size is about spot on, just need to get it feeling as comfortable as possible.

If the reach is about right with the short stem and high flat bars then the frame is too long. Still, as long as it's comfortable then that's all that matters :thumbsup:

Going to work on it over the weekend and see if we can find the optimum setup.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 17 July, 2008, 09:28:15 am
So with the Puch almost there I can get on with the next wee project. Very old (50s?) ladies bike bought off eBay for about £15 I think. Thought it was a big job, but under the grime the bike is in really good nick, and all the chromework has been shining up very nicely. Will get that bit all done by the weekend, so only need to wait on the new grips and pedals (the only new bits needed) to arrive, whack on the basket I bought from Eck, put the chainguard back on and away we go!

(the mudguards need a little more TLC).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3260/2674578549_7344a3beed.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3183/2675385594_2a1cc5d455.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3225/2674608481_4494b6a5c7.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 17 July, 2008, 09:35:09 am
You can tell it's a bird's bike....  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 17 July, 2008, 09:47:45 am
Quote from: Regulator on 17 July, 2008, 09:35:09 am
You can tell it's a bird's bike....  ;D

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 17 July, 2008, 10:52:55 am
Dont forget the saddle  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 17 July, 2008, 03:39:19 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 17 July, 2008, 09:28:15 am
So with the Puch almost there I can get on with the next wee project <snip> whack on the basket I bought from Eck, put the chainguard back on and away we go!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3225/2674608481_4494b6a5c7.jpg?v=0)

Chicken in a Basket?  ::-) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 17 July, 2008, 03:41:51 pm
Quote from: eck on 17 July, 2008, 03:39:19 pm
Chicken in a Basket?  ::-) ;D

That's the next photo planned...  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 20 July, 2008, 01:38:47 pm
Love the hendlebars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 21 July, 2008, 09:37:37 pm
 A re-incarnation re-incyclenation of my Graham Weigh frame making use of an Eno hub and some other old parts from the shed  :thumbsup:
 Built it up for a TT bike to try and get a more comfortable position, "yes I know it's not supposed to be comfortable"


The obligatory money shot  :)   also a clicky to my Flickr page
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3261/2690329702_e54340a12a.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/sets/72157602875086056/?photo_deleted=2690330264)

and the whole thing
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3065/2689518099_726c527990.jpg)


Edited 23/07/08 to add I just rode a personal best 10 TT at 25 mins 33 secs  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 July, 2008, 08:53:26 am
Flobba-lobba?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 22 July, 2008, 12:27:31 pm
very nice FWN...

is there a trick to stopping the ENO hub from rotating?  My chain keeps defaulting to 'slightly slack'..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 22 July, 2008, 07:08:13 pm
 I'll let you know Mike, so far so good.

 I did position it so the weight of the bike is pushing it up towards the back in a tension direction, more to do with position against the brakes than forethought  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 22 July, 2008, 07:40:35 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 July, 2008, 08:53:26 am
Flobba-lobba?

Paul, you'll need to keep Louis away from the keyboard for a few more years.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Julian on 22 July, 2008, 10:49:15 pm
My new piece of carbon loveliness, which allows me to pretend I can ride fast.  :D

(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/liz1848/Ruby/P7220084.jpg)

(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/liz1848/Ruby/P7220080.jpg)

(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/liz1848/Ruby/P7220081.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 22 July, 2008, 10:54:09 pm
Phooar!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Séamas M. on 22 July, 2008, 11:19:08 pm
Lovely bike Liz, just don't let GruB see it or you might get picked up by the fuzz!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 22 July, 2008, 11:30:05 pm
Picked up by the fuzz, now that would be painful  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 July, 2008, 11:45:21 pm
Very good Liz, hope you have a lot of swift miles on it.  :)

If they have got it anywhere near as right as they got the men's equivalent, the Roubaix, it'll be a damn good bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 23 July, 2008, 12:37:43 am
Lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 23 July, 2008, 12:56:32 am
Hey Liz, very pretty! It's a Ruby innit? We'll have to get together and compare carbon some time soon, now that I'm joining the club.

Haven't got a pic of the actual bike yet, so here's a catalogue pic for the time being:
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/z35s.jpg)

[bigger pic] (http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/z35.jpg)

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 23 July, 2008, 01:01:27 am
Quote from: Liz on 22 July, 2008, 10:49:15 pm
My new piece of carbon loveliness, which allows me to pretend I can ride fast.  :D

(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/liz1848/Ruby/P7220080.jpg)


Looks very nice (and so does the bike). Are those the short cranks?

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
Very nice bike, Liz. Nice to see you've got the right colour bar tape too but, ahem, sandals and carbon? You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Julian on 23 July, 2008, 08:07:30 am
They are short cranks - 165mm. 

As for the sandals :-[

I do have some proper race shoes but they're a tad more difficult to walk in, and I didn't want to swan into the club hall with Ruby (for that is, of course, her name) and promptly go arse over tit on their shiny floor.  ;D

Smutchin - ver' nice :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 July, 2008, 09:18:47 am
Gorrrrrrgeous! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 23 July, 2008, 10:21:22 am
I am using the promise of a carbon bike as the reward for getting to a reasonable weight... :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 23 July, 2008, 10:36:20 am
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)


*smiles and nods*

Of course it does.

Bless.

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 23 July, 2008, 10:37:35 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 10:36:20 am
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)


*smiles and nods*

Of course it does.

Bless.

 ;D


 >:(

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew w on 23 July, 2008, 10:55:01 am
Quote from: smutchin on 23 July, 2008, 12:56:32 am
Hey Liz, very pretty! It's a Ruby innit? We'll have to get together and compare carbon some time soon, now that I'm joining the club.

Haven't got a pic of the actual bike yet, so here's a catalogue pic for the time being:
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/z35s.jpg)

[bigger pic] (http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/z35.jpg)

d.


Nice looking bike!  geometry-wise, it looks not dissimilar to my Trek Pilot:

(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/DSC00314.jpg)

Andrew
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 23 July, 2008, 01:22:18 pm
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 10:36:20 am
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)


*smiles and nods*

Of course it does.

Bless.

 ;D


  & I use Shimano sandals & sealskin socks in the rain :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 23 July, 2008, 02:08:56 pm
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 01:22:18 pm
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 10:36:20 am
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)


*smiles and nods*

Of course it does.

Bless.

 ;D


  & I use Shimano sandals & sealskin socks in the rain :o

It's good to unburden yourself like this, is there anything else you'd like to confess?

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 23 July, 2008, 03:16:53 pm
Quote from: andrew w on 23 July, 2008, 10:55:01 am
Nice looking bike!  geometry-wise, it looks not dissimilar to my Trek Pilot:

Hey, yer not wrong! It's uncanny.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 23 July, 2008, 03:26:37 pm
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 02:08:56 pm
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 01:22:18 pm
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 10:36:20 am
Quote from: alan on 23 July, 2008, 10:01:44 am
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)


There's nowt amiss with a Brooks/carbon frame alliance.I have a Swallow on the plastic Trek & it looks entirely appropriate. 8)


*smiles and nods*

Of course it does.

Bless.

 ;D


  & I use Shimano sandals & sealskin socks in the rain :o

It's good to unburden yourself like this, is there anything else you'd like to confess?

 ;)


I don't have beard  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 24 July, 2008, 11:16:17 am
My 19 year old Peugeot Triathlon 531

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ikea-bike.jpg)

Not much is original, bars, brake levers, hubs. Shimano 105 7 speed, MA2s, Coda chainset. Short wheelbase, ace for nipping through the city. I love this bike.

My fine weather commuter but done some 200s  on it also.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 July, 2008, 01:14:51 pm
Quote from: Liz on 23 July, 2008, 08:07:30 am
(http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/liz1848/Ruby/P7220084.jpg)
They are short cranks - 165mm. ...I with Ruby (for that is, of course, her name) ...
Lovely the way ladies name their bikes, Louisa with Trigger the Trek,  showing it off on her first test ride to our neighbour, the frame builder Cliff Shrubb, plus Tommy the Terrier, the latter was not impressed it seems ;D

(http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_Cyclechat2_1.jpg)

I put 165mm (http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_CTC_LOUISA_07_1.jpg) cranks on that little bike as well  :thumbsup:

Paul_Smith (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Adobe_France.jpg)
www.bikeplus.co.uk (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 27 July, 2008, 07:38:39 pm
The Entire Stable

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3199/2707584026_c206fec339.jpg?v=0)

Standing up left to right:

Planet-X Kaffenback (to be finished)
Cotic Soul (four years old and the ride of the collection)
Puch Prince (refurbished road bike as a commuter for Mel)
Raleigh Superbe? (bought for next to nothing on eBay - the basket cost more)
Fixie Inc Peacemaker (my trusty commuter, that has also done a couple of 100+ mile rides and almost killed me)

Lying down (back to front):

Revolution Cycles MTB (got Mel back into cycling - wet weather commuter and longer distance bike, on account of the gears)
Puch Elegance (rescued from a pile of scrap metal and the next resoration project)

That old bike is almost finished - unfortunately the Old Bicycle Co. sent me black grips instead of white (it originally had white, the replacements are a Raleigh pattern).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3025/2707572872_e556395d6b.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 30 July, 2008, 05:20:24 pm
A new job with longer commute has inspired me to rebuild an old frame I had back into a complete bike, all I really needed was the wheels, chainring and an excuse for yet another bike ;).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3085/2717278382_2576fd13f0.jpg?v=0)

Between the ages of 15 and 35 the majority of my mileage was on a fixed, a minor heart problem means that I can’t spin on long descents, but for the 10 mile each commute this will be perfect.

The frame is a 20 year old Pearson 531, built back then by Dave Yates. Orginally this was my tour bike and can be seen in the reports about some of them at the bottom of the page. Most of that bike I transfered accross to a Van Nicholas Yukon (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/Van_Nicholas_Yukon.jpg).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3268/2717279090_945102f6e1.jpg?v=0)

The wheels are new, Schmidt hub with BM IQ Fly on Mavic Open pro, built by me with DT Spokes, I will add a secondary LED during the winter

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3011/2716467023_d75772f07c.jpg?v=0)

Carradice Super C Rack pack rear with Cateye AU100 and LD 610, I will add a Smart ½ Watt on the rear guard eye (the same as I have here on another bike (http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_SUPER_FLASH1_1.jpg)) during winter as some of the commute is on a unlit road. Strictly speaking the AU100 should be the other way up, although I use it that way on another bike and at a distance it still shows brightly.

Low angle view (http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_au100_1.jpg) (http://forum.ctc.org.uk/userpix/808_au100_led_1.jpg) View from a higher angle

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3152/2717280060_6ed6cb1cd1.jpg?v=0)

TA Vega chain set, 170mm with 46t ring that I had to mount inside spider to get a good chain line, with a 20T sprocket this gives me a 62" ish gear, my commute is quite hilly! I had forgotten how much fun a fixed was, I confess I missed changing down a gear on long drags but hopefully that will become easier as my fitness improves.

The only change may be the old Campagnolo brake levers, as modern versions work better.

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3221/2717403008_2f0d84eae6_m.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 30 July, 2008, 05:30:44 pm
Very nice, Paul--looks like a great commuter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 July, 2008, 06:36:32 pm
Quote from: scott on 30 July, 2008, 05:30:44 pm
Very nice, Paul--looks like a great commuter.

Yup. I like it too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 July, 2008, 06:38:02 pm
Quote from: JT on 23 July, 2008, 07:39:46 am
Very nice bike, Liz. Nice to see you've got the right colour bar tape too but, ahem, sandals and carbon? You'll be putting a Brooks on it next.  ;)

Sacrilege!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 09:20:48 am
That's a lovely set up, Paul.  I suspect it will be a great joy to ride every day.

I have aspired to TA chainrings all my life, and that Vega kit looks good. 

I'm interested in your front light mounting.  I've always had an issue with front lights (which I like to mount on the fork crown), and barbags (which then obscure the light ::-) ).

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 09:21:45 am
Hey - does this mean that Woolly's gone orf up Pyrenees without leaving us pix of Chutney? :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 31 July, 2008, 09:21:59 am
Quote from: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 09:20:48 am
That's a lovely set up, Paul.  I suspect it will be a great joy to ride every day.

I have aspired to TA chainrings all my life, and that Vega kit looks good. 

I'm interested in your front light mounting.  I've always had an issue with front lights (which I like to mount on the fork crown), and barbags (which then obscure the light ::-) ).


I used a low rider boss, I do actually have a fork mounted lamp boss but the bolt was to big  ;D

Paul
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 31 July, 2008, 09:25:40 am
Very nice Paul - I think I might need another bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 31 July, 2008, 09:26:38 am
That is a lovely bit of kit..very aspirational !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 10:05:30 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 31 July, 2008, 09:21:59 am
I used a low rider boss, I do actually have a fork mounted lamp boss but the bolt was to big  ;D

Paul

Ingenious!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 01 August, 2008, 12:26:55 am
 Paul that would make a great Audax bike if you ever wanted to venture further on it  :thumbsup:

 Great set up
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 01 August, 2008, 08:20:32 am
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 01 August, 2008, 12:26:55 am
Paul that would make a great Audax bike if you ever wanted to venture further on it  :thumbsup:

 Great set up
Yes it would be ideal, I though you may like it  ;) :thumbsup: ;D, as I mentioned earlier "between the ages of 15 and 35 the majority of my mileage was on a fixed" and a lot of that was on that very bike for all riding, tours and audax, although we called the latter reliabilty trials back then. It was common that us racers types (as I was then) would ride fixed in the winter, but I enjoyed it so much I rode my work/club bike all year round, even when for quite a while hardly anyone did, as such the component choice was awful, either high geared track bike specific or Cyclo sprockets which were not round and would often strip the hub thread; the choice now is so much better, although I have used road components like that chainset with the ring inside the spider to save a few pennies, I may even put some worn Ergo levers on as I like the shape and lever action, something soooo wrong with that though, would upset me on some levels  ;D

I initially had it set up as a fixed, a road bike with horizontal drop outs is ideal as a fixed with guards as wheel removal is easy, plus I also like two brake callipers, so it made sense to simply have a bike set up as a road bike including rear mech hanger incase I later wanted to use it with gears; which I did, even though I had it respaced to 130 it easily pulls in to 120 for that Ambrosio track hub.

As for doing longer mileage on it I may do although nothing to quick, a minor heart problem means that on occasion my heart gets confused, sprinting for traffic lights in the hope I can get through before they turn green is fine providing I win that little race, if I lose and have to do an emergency stop that just confuses the old ticker and it stops for a bit before kicking in again which I confess is a bit alarming while I sit there on the verge of passing out waiting for it to start again. Like wise I have a problem sometimes with a fixed which is why I stopped using it before, long spinning descents confuse it as well and I get a pain down my left arm especially as I ride in the surrey hills and only use a 62", I have had it checked with at the hospital I apparently I had the best heart they had seen all year, what I have is apparently not that uncommon, I just avoid those situations where it can get confused.

But with the new job I thought I would be indulgent and have a bike that I will only use for work, minimum 7 miles each way although my route will be 10 so justified a  ;) I am someone who is seldom indulgent but to an extent this was, mind you have just received my new Van Nicholas Chinook with full Campagnolo Record as well, my last race bike lasted over 30 years  ;D, that means I will be 75 when I get the next new one  ::-)

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3221/2717403008_2f0d84eae6_m.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 01 August, 2008, 11:42:36 pm
 One of our Catford CC riders has a similar heart problem, it forgets to pump every now and then he has broken his collar bone twice in the last twelve months falling off and last month broke his elbow doing the same, it was the latter that lead to the diagnosis  :'(
 It looks like he might get a pacemaker.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 04 August, 2008, 01:10:51 pm
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/woollypigs/SJbueHrpo3I/AAAAAAAACmc/4QTwrjIxNDo/DSC03086.JPG?imgmax=512)

Here is my new baby Chutney :) Dahon Speed Pro TT, 2008, mango coloured did you see the link with her name , did you you did you ?

And for the sharp eyes among you lot, that is Col de Tourmalet in the background and we just did a wee ride up to Luz Ardiden, 1715m.

Chutney rides very very well, climbs very steady and easy, will get to use that 28" gear quite a lot here. And the down hill bits well let's just I did 40.9mph without even trying going down Luz Ardiden.

I just had to get used to that everything happens very low to the ground, but else I love the way it rides.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 August, 2008, 01:29:49 pm
Nice bike Woolly!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 August, 2008, 02:28:56 pm
Great stuff :thumbsup:

Lovely bike - and good riding taking it from new up the Cols :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 04 August, 2008, 05:48:26 pm
Chutney is doing woolly proud in the mountains. He looks great on her; very balanced and climbing easily, and getting quite a few looks from the serious roadies (the ones with wood-chiseled calves) one encounters in these parts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 August, 2008, 06:14:01 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 24 July, 2008, 11:16:17 am
My 19 year old Peugeot Triathlon 531

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ikea-bike.jpg)

Not much is original, bars, brake levers, hubs. Shimano 105 7 speed, MA2s, Coda chainset. Short wheelbase, ace for nipping through the city. I love this bike.

My fine weather commuter but done some 200s  on it also.
Never mind the sodding bike

Why didnt you tell us that you get free coffee and cake if you cycle to Ikea?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 04 August, 2008, 06:17:26 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 04 August, 2008, 06:14:01 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 24 July, 2008, 11:16:17 am
My 19 year old Peugeot Triathlon 531

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ikea-bike.jpg)

Not much is original, bars, brake levers, hubs. Shimano 105 7 speed, MA2s, Coda chainset. Short wheelbase, ace for nipping through the city. I love this bike.

My fine weather commuter but done some 200s  on it also.
Never mind the sodding bike

Why didnt you tell us that you get free coffee and cake if you cycle to Ikea?

Erm.... Free Coffee & Cake (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5905.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 August, 2008, 06:24:06 pm
Sorry

I must not have recieved that memo

Besides, I dont work with or in IT so I miss these things from time to time ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 04 August, 2008, 09:26:17 pm
Quote from: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 09:20:48 am
That's a lovely set up, Paul.  I suspect it will be a great joy to ride every day.

I have aspired to TA chainrings all my life, and that Vega kit looks good. 

I'm interested in your front light mounting.  I've always had an issue with front lights (which I like to mount on the fork crown), and barbags (which then obscure the light ::-) ).



Quote from: clarion on 31 July, 2008, 10:05:30 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 31 July, 2008, 09:21:59 am
I used a low rider boss, I do actually have a fork mounted lamp boss but the bolt was to big  ;D

Paul

Ingenious!
Took a picture for you, all it needed was an ikle spacer

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2732413439_ea84ce04dc.jpg?v=0)

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/2731864248_800fb95fdb.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:27:48 pm
Paul--how do you keep it from rotating downward?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 04 August, 2008, 09:30:40 pm
Quote from: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:27:48 pm
Paul--how do you keep it from rotating downward?
It is such a light light that it seems OK so far; little different from when lamps were located on the larger bosses that you can also see on that fork blade, if it does give me problems I will rig something up to that larger boss though

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/2731864248_800fb95fdb.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:33:43 pm
Interesting--thanks! I need to try a setup like that eventually. Need a generator first, though...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 04 August, 2008, 09:37:50 pm
Quote from: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:33:43 pm
Interesting--thanks! I need to try a setup like that eventually. Need a generator first, though...
I have run this for over ten years with no problems so it should be OK

(http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/graphics/531_Pearson_Bikes.jpg)

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/2731864248_800fb95fdb.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:41:06 pm

Scenery's better in the top picture....  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 04 August, 2008, 09:44:03 pm
Quote from: scott on 04 August, 2008, 09:41:06 pm

Scenery's better in the top picture....  ;)
Whooops should have been just the lower pic  ;D; the top one is Corsica and now the bike I converted back to a fixed.

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/2731864248_800fb95fdb.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 August, 2008, 06:26:09 pm
First post on here so hello from me  (& bikes)   :thumbsup:

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/izoard1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 05 August, 2008, 07:26:23 pm
Hello bumper.  Hello bikes. ;D

Take a pew, sit back and enjoy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 05 August, 2008, 08:57:13 pm
Quote from: TimO on 05 August, 2008, 07:26:23 pm
Hello bumper.  Hello bikes. ;D

Take a pew, sit back and enjoy.


Don't forget the standard safety warning.  "Don't accept anything from a person called Hummers... It will be unclean"   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 05 August, 2008, 10:54:17 pm
Quote from: bumper on 05 August, 2008, 06:26:09 pm
First post on here so hello from me  (& bikes)   :thumbsup:

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/izoard1.jpg)


That's not the bike rack at Aston Jobcentre, is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 August, 2008, 11:50:10 pm
Thanks for the welcome guys. I'll look out for Hummers   ;)

not Aston Paul my own slice of little Britain  ;D away from work and the wife, my bike/fishing workshop, both pastimes are not allowed in the house !!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 09:15:09 am
Ay up bikes!  Ay up Bumper! ;D

You seem to have a nice stable of rides - I hope you fit in well here... :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 09:16:48 am
Wilier, hum... Nice. Which model is that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 09:18:30 am
Saw a Wilier blurring past the Practice window yesterday.  Just the grin on the rider's face remaining...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 09:21:57 am
I spent some time on Saturday stroking Willier goodness in Selfridges - but Mr R won't let me purchase another machine...  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 06 August, 2008, 09:24:13 am
Quote from: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 09:21:57 am
I spent some time on Saturday stroking Willier goodness in Selfridges - but Mr R won't let me purchase another machine...  >:(

That looks like a really nice bike of bumper's, but Willier had a shockingly overpriced and badly-finished fixed at the Cycle Show last year.  It kind of put me off a bit...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 09:30:38 am
The one at the show was a bit off-putting, but I had a colleague at ICE commuted on one, and it was very well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 12:17:42 pm

Hi everyone  :)

Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 09:16:48 am
Wilier, hum... Nice. Which model is that?
it's an Izoard

Quote from: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 09:21:57 am
stroking Willier goodness in Selfridges
That sounds very kinky. I think I'll fit in well here  :P


Regarding the finish, it's one of the best I've had on a bike. There's not a mark on it anywhere ( yet!!). The paint, stickers and lacquer are spot on. The finish on the Specialized is more dodgy but they're both finished way better than my last 2 C'dales were which was why I stopped buying them. 

The only thing with the Wilier is that you can't go slowly on it. I just have to hammer everywhere  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 06 August, 2008, 12:24:11 pm
Funnily enough a Wilier Izoard (Centaur) was also on my list of possible purchases.

Quality sporty road bikes made from baked-soot that come with Campag are quite rare...

I'll be waiting for the next financial year though so I can make the purchase through the cycle2work scheme and save on tax.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 12:25:19 pm
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 12:17:42 pm

The only thing with the Wilier is that you can't go slowly on it. I just have to hammer everywhere  :o

I find that with my Woodrup <-------

Well, to the extent that I can hammer :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 01:28:06 pm
I am used the possible purchase of a soot-based bike (such as a Willier) as the impetus to lose weight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 12:17:42 pm

The only thing with the Wilier is that you can't go slowly on it. I just have to hammer everywhere  :o

That sounds fine perfect to me  :thumbsup:; mine would have to be Shimano equipped though...

And it is Wilier, with one l, BTW everyone!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 06 August, 2008, 01:59:47 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm
And it is Wilier, with one l, BTW everyone!

Yes, good point. Speeling errods in brand names do annoy me. (Brookes anyone? *stab*)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 02:00:53 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 12:17:42 pm
And it is Wilier, with one l, BTW everyone, except Clarion, who is so cool and knowledgeable, he spelled it correctly, though, cast in his common role of cassandra, he was ignored by the following posters!

Fixed that for you ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 03:51:23 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 02:00:53 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm

And it is Wilier, with one l, BTW everyone, except Clarion, who is so cool and knowledgeable, he spelled it correctly, though, cast in his common role of cassandra, he was ignored by the following posters!

Fixed that for you ;)

That's so sweet!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 03:53:09 pm
;D  One-upped ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 05:02:13 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 03:51:23 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 August, 2008, 02:00:53 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm

And it is Wilier, with one l, BTW everyone, except Clarion, who is so cool and knowledgeable, he spelled it correctly, though, cast in his common role of cCassandra, he was ignored by the following posters!

Fixed that for you ;)

That's so sweet!




 :P ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 06 August, 2008, 05:20:10 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 06 August, 2008, 09:21:57 am
I spent some time on Saturday stroking Willier goodness in Selfridges - but Mr R won't let me purchase another machine...  >:(

That Cyclesurgery in Selfridges, incidentally, won’t let you use your LCC discount there, but the kind sales assistant said I could transfer my new shoes to the Holborn branch (I work roughly in between the two) and get the discount applied there. So I did. Pesky Selfridges don’t allow the discount, apparently.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 08:00:46 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 August, 2008, 01:38:46 pm
mine would have to be Shimano equipped

Heretic  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 06 August, 2008, 10:19:28 pm
I've got a Wilier....... :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 11:10:49 pm
That's two of us in the 'how do you pronounce it' club then  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 August, 2008, 09:22:34 am
I rode with a chap on a Wilier this morning. Nice looking bike, even if the graphics are a bit busy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sbothwell on 07 August, 2008, 07:39:47 pm
The road bike (Carrera Vanquish with some modifications) at Lunan Bay - not that you'd know I guess  :-[ Couldnt get scenery and bike in same photo without going further into the sand.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3259/2741386703_5b0bccfbdc.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73453781@N00/2741386703/)
Title: Another Thorn Club Tour
Post by: john28july on 07 August, 2008, 08:40:01 pm
(http://i.pbase.com/g3/13/97613/2/101339643.85zrDWn2.jpg)



clubtour 002. photo - John photos at pbase.com (http://www.pbase.com/john28july/image/101339643)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 August, 2008, 10:02:32 pm
Can't see it, I'm afraid :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 07 August, 2008, 10:15:17 pm
I couldn't either at first. I hit "reply with quote," copied out the URL, opened that directly, and then I could see it here, too. Weird.

Nice bike, though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 08 August, 2008, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 11:10:49 pm
That's two of us in the 'how do you pronounce it' club then  ;D



I go with `Vilier', Italian bike, German pronounciation....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 08 August, 2008, 09:03:46 am
Quote from: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 08 August, 2008, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 11:10:49 pm
That's two of us in the 'how do you pronounce it' club then  ;D



I go with `Vilier'....

That's it I believe.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 08 August, 2008, 09:05:17 am
Quote from: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 08 August, 2008, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 11:10:49 pm
That's two of us in the 'how do you pronounce it' club then  ;D



I go with `Vilier', Italian bike, German pronounciation....

It's Vee-lee-er.

See here for explanation (which I've corroborated with Italian colleagues) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Wilier-USA)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 08 August, 2008, 01:57:49 pm
Did not know that, cheers JT.........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 08 August, 2008, 05:03:02 pm
Quote from: JT on 08 August, 2008, 09:05:17 am
Quote from: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 08 August, 2008, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: bumper on 06 August, 2008, 11:10:49 pm
That's two of us in the 'how do you pronounce it' club then  ;D



I go with `Vilier', Italian bike, German pronounciation....

It's Vee-lee-er.

See here for explanation (which I've corroborated with Italian colleagues) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Wilier-USA)

One of my German customers came in for her bike to be repaired, because it had " Vobbly Vheels"  ;D

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/2731864248_800fb95fdb.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 08 August, 2008, 06:26:23 pm
I think you'll get away with

vil-ee-or

vil-ee-er

vil-ee-ay

my wife just calls it willy   ;D

It doesn't sound well when people over hear her saying ' are you messing with willy again'  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 09 August, 2008, 06:07:24 pm
And the Kaff is finally together...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3021/2746480953_d4f9c0a927.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3020/2747307614_4411048e89.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3181/2747311330_195ac3f244.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 August, 2008, 06:11:24 pm
That's beautiful but isn't the front skewer qr lever on the wrong side?   :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 09 August, 2008, 07:36:05 pm
Quote from: Polar Bear on 09 August, 2008, 06:11:24 pm
That's beautiful but isn't the front skewer qr lever on the wrong side?   :P

Does it make any difference?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 09 August, 2008, 09:38:44 pm
I do like that, bpoab - what are the bars?  They look a little like my favourite GB Randonneur bars.

It's much more attractive than what comes next...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 August, 2008, 09:46:50 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 09 August, 2008, 07:36:05 pm
Quote from: Polar Bear on 09 August, 2008, 06:11:24 pm
That's beautiful but isn't the front skewer qr lever on the wrong side?   :P

Does it make any difference?

I don't know.  Just spotted it that's all.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 09 August, 2008, 09:47:08 pm
Presenting the FrankenBent.  I'm not sure if this should be here or in Skip Bike...

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h158/torfness/FrankenBent.jpg)

Heart of the machine is a frame from Recycled Recumbent (http://www.recycledrecumbent.com/) in the USA - bought cheap on eBay a couple of months ago.  The rest of the bits largely come from a Ridgeback Hybrid that I never got on with and was gathering rust in the back of the garage.  The rather nice chopped handlebars are appropriately named Electra Outlaw Ape Hangers.  In their original incarnation they are hugely wide, but proved remarkably and alarmingly easy to bend into the current shape with the help of a nearby iron railing.  The seat mesh is trampoline fabric.

I'm also discovering how hard it is to start riding a two wheeled 'bent as opposed to a three wheeled one.

Before anyone says it, the chain is a bit slack, but that's nearly three standard chain lenghts being held up by a cheap Shimano deralieur.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 09 August, 2008, 09:53:21 pm
Now that is unfair.  I was hoping to be the first to say that and you included it in your post !!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 09 August, 2008, 10:06:42 pm
I guess this would be a good time to put these into this thread.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/2602319891_ab375efa6d.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3014/2603153430_78aca7d8b6.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3099/2603131206_02a8c9a48f.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 09 August, 2008, 10:39:29 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 09 August, 2008, 09:38:44 pm
I do like that, bpoab - what are the bars?  They look a little like my favourite GB Randonneur bars.

It's much more attractive than what comes next...

Same bars as what it is what Luke has too. Nitto 'Raundoneur' (sic). So far the drops feel a good deal more comfortable than I've been used to in the past with drops - and which had put me off completely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mrcharly-YHT on 10 August, 2008, 05:59:54 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 09 August, 2008, 06:07:24 pm
And the Kaff is finally together...

Lovely looking bike. I hope you catch the g!t who knicked half your spokes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:09:19 pm
I have been waiting for new 'blue' tyres to match the new theme, but as my beloved Krylions are as rare as hen's teeth at present, and because BPOAB seems to be posting his bikes daily, and because my lawn is mown and his isn't........... here you go  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/2008-08-1100-56-41_0116.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 August, 2008, 06:24:00 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 09 August, 2008, 06:07:24 pm
And the Kaff is finally together...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3021/2746480953_d4f9c0a927.jpg?v=0)
Are those the new (old school) Tektro wide-profile cantis?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 August, 2008, 06:37:43 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:09:19 pm
I have been waiting for new 'blue' tyres to match the new theme, but as my beloved Krylions are as rare as hen's teeth at present, and because BPOAB seems to be posting his bikes daily, and because my lawn is mown and his isn't........... here you go  ;D

Very smart Mr G.  :thumbsup: Blue is The Only True Colour for bikes.  8)

If it's blue tyres you need, you can get Vittoria Rubinos in blue, only £7.95 from Ribble. They're a bit basic, but one I've been using for at least two winters just died on our club run today, and I'm just about to order more. Great value and fine for a winter bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:41:30 pm
Quote from: eck on 10 August, 2008, 06:37:43 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:09:19 pm
I have been waiting for new 'blue' tyres to match the new theme, but as my beloved Krylions are as rare as hen's teeth at present, and because BPOAB seems to be posting his bikes daily, and because my lawn is mown and his isn't........... here you go  ;D

Very smart Mr G.  :thumbsup: Blue is The Only True Colour for bikes.  8)

If it's blue tyres you need, you can get Vittoria Rubinos in blue, only £7.95 from Ribble. They're a bit basic, but one I've been using for at least two winters just died on our club run today, and I'm just about to order more. Great value and fine for a winter bike.

What are they like for you know whats?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 August, 2008, 07:27:52 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:41:30 pm
Quote from: eck on 10 August, 2008, 06:37:43 pm
If it's blue tyres you need, you can get Vittoria Rubinos in blue, only £7.95 from Ribble. They're a bit basic, but one I've been using for at least two winters just died on our club run today, and I'm just about to order more. Great value and fine for a winter bike.

What are they like for you know whats?

I've had at least 7,000 miles, mostly wet or winter ones, out of these and, until today I honestly can't remember having any, er, ahem, y'knows.
The one that died today had simply died of old age rather than any catastrophic failure; it was just worn through the centre tread to the canvas.
But it's quite flinty down your way, innit? I don't know how they would stand up to that: mine have a few cuts in them, but that doesn't seem to have caused any problems.

Like I said, they are basic, rigid tyres. I've used the 700x25s. They're not the fastest tyres in the world, but for the price I've been more than happy with them for what I use them for.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 07:49:46 pm
There is also the Vittoria Open Corsa Evo CX Tyre that comes in a very nice blue too.
Any feedback on them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 10 August, 2008, 07:55:56 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 09 August, 2008, 06:07:24 pm
And the Kaff is finally together...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3021/2746480953_d4f9c0a927.jpg?v=0)

Ver nice :thumbsup:

How does it ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 10 August, 2008, 09:03:46 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 10 August, 2008, 06:24:00 pm
Are those the new (old school) Tektro wide-profile cantis?

Very well spotted Mr Zilla!

Quote from: Woofage on 10 August, 2008, 07:55:56 pm
Ver nice :thumbsup:

How does it ride?

Feels stiffer than my other bikes, but pretty comfy - with still being ill and the weather being awful I've not had a chance for much more than up and down the street a few times tweaking things, I'm hoping for a dry day this week (aye right) to do a commute on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 11 August, 2008, 08:42:54 am
Quote from: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 07:49:46 pm
There is also the Vittoria Open Corsa Evo CX Tyre that comes in a very nice blue too.
Any feedback on them?

I have just taken delivery of a pair of Vittoria Open Pave EVO-CG tyres. They are the wet weather version of the Corsa, and come as a 700x24c for a touch extra comfort.

I will post a review with my initial impression tomorrow once I have ridden them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 August, 2008, 07:00:00 pm
A few bits still to replace, but here it is ready for the Northallerton ride tomorrow:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3121/2765223091_0c31c441a3.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3259/2765223105_559bbee873.jpg)

Plenty of bits still to be done, but it's ridable for now - very good to ride, actually :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 15 August, 2008, 08:06:52 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3251/2706376633_039b6406f9.jpg)

Fairly standard, classic.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peter carter 2 on 15 August, 2008, 08:27:56 pm
Re  Grub and the Kaffenback

Does nt that drop to the bars put a lot of pressure on the hands?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 August, 2008, 08:38:04 pm
Peter,
Are you referring to the drop on my Thorn?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 August, 2008, 09:34:55 pm
Deano & Mseries:  Verrr nice rides, both :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 18 August, 2008, 09:23:34 am
Quote from: MSeries on 15 August, 2008, 08:06:52 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3251/2706376633_039b6406f9.jpg)

Fairly standard, classic.

Is that your Corsa Extra post respray? I'd love to see some close-ups if you have some!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 18 August, 2008, 11:11:14 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2771450499_b510745b09.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 August, 2008, 10:01:43 am
Went to Rogerzilla's yesterday evening.  Spent an enjoyable and informative few hours chatting about things cycling, I got to ride his Brompton (this may end up being an expensive ride around the block one day, I loved it and it did nothing to extinguish my "Gotta have a Brommie" desires at all).  i got to see once and for all that my Solidlights have been superseded by the IQ Fly and his other dyno-LED (I forget the make but they both looked much whiter and brighter than my Solidlights).

Got to see RZ's bike stable and, most importantly, bought the one he was selling.

I have taken a 5 minute "Not Staring at my new Bike" break to write this.  I think it looks bloody gorgeous and nicer in the flesh than I was expecting (the bike, not RZ).

Given RZ's obvious meticulous attention to detail I have no worries about the purchase whatsoever. 

Before I saw it I was considering using it as a Fixie project but it's just too nice to do anything but keep it as it is, replacing parts when needed.

The 3rd chainring and granny gear seem to have fallen off in transit so I may need to get fit.  I definitely need to lose some weight in order to do do the bike some justice and avoid "who's the fat bloke on the skinny bike ?" scenarios.

OK, must go, it needs me to go and stare at it for a while longer.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Orbit1.jpg?t=1219222799)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 20 August, 2008, 10:03:39 am
Quote from: Blah on 18 August, 2008, 09:23:34 am
Quote from: MSeries on 15 August, 2008, 08:06:52 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3251/2706376633_039b6406f9.jpg)

Fairly standard, classic.

Is that your Corsa Extra post respray? I'd love to see some close-ups if you have some!

No that is the original paint. Not had it resprayed yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 August, 2008, 11:57:27 am
Good one, Lee.  I used to fancy one of those, for if I ever got fast enough to deserve one ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 August, 2008, 01:21:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 20 August, 2008, 11:57:27 am
Good one, Lee.  I used to fancy one of those, for if I ever got fast enough to deserve one ;D

I'm far from fast but I'm now faster.  I just did a PB by over 1 minute on my 14 mile timed lunchtime loop.

I time myself every few months and have done since 2005.  Initially I made some good progress, knocking a few minutes off my PB.  Lately though it ha started taking a huge effort to knock even a couple of seconds off my PB (sometimes a huge effort isn't enough to beat my PB).

I'm really please with this time, the conditions are poor (very windy) and I am totally out of shape.  I can't wait for some suitable weather and a bit of fitness.  I reckon there's another 2 minutes in the Orbit, more if it had STIs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 20 August, 2008, 08:46:02 pm
Lee - has your picture corrupted in some way?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 August, 2008, 11:52:14 pm
I can view it OK.

Can others?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 21 August, 2008, 12:01:47 am
Quote from: LEE on 20 August, 2008, 11:52:14 pm
I can view it OK.

Can others?

 If it's a nice pale blue Orbit, then yes  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:42:07 am
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3239/2783931708_9e3a5c22b1.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2783931708/in/photostream/)

First glimpse of my new bike.

Any ideas what I should do about the paint chipped of the braze-ons in shot?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 21 August, 2008, 10:46:20 am
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:42:07 am
Any ideas what I should do about the paint chipped of the braze-ons in shot?

Nothing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 August, 2008, 10:47:26 am
Screw allen bolts in and forget about it if you can be bothered, if not then wot Greenbank said.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 21 August, 2008, 10:49:15 am
Quote from: Greenbank on 21 August, 2008, 10:46:20 am
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:42:07 am
Any ideas what I should do about the paint chipped of the braze-ons in shot?

Nothing.

Yep, nowt.

As my old mum says, "A man on a galloping horse wouldn't notice".

EDIT: I hope you've got a good lock for this one.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:53:27 am
Shouldn't I at least apply some touch-up paint to stop rust setting in?

Here is a second teaser for you:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3122/2783929810_54b5544a48.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2783929810/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: disrail on 21 August, 2008, 10:57:41 am
Its a gorilla hattara frame, right?

On 2nd thoughts, I've never heard of a track frame with braze-ons for a rack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 August, 2008, 10:59:49 am
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:53:27 am
Shouldn't I at least apply some touch-up paint to stop rust setting in ?

The braze-ons won't rust away.  If it worries you, smear a bit of grease on.  The internal threads anyway will be bare metal so unless there's a bolt in there (and some more grease) they'll rust a bit. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 21 August, 2008, 02:30:33 pm
Quote from: JT on 21 August, 2008, 10:49:15 am
Quote from: Greenbank on 21 August, 2008, 10:46:20 am
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:42:07 am
Any ideas what I should do about the paint chipped of the braze-ons in shot?

Nothing.

Yep, nowt.

As my old mum says, "A man on a galloping horse wouldn't notice".

EDIT: I hope you've got a good lock for this one.



Its a case of using the lock  :demon: :demon: :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 21 August, 2008, 02:42:36 pm
Quote from: JT on 21 August, 2008, 10:49:15 am

As my old mum says, "A man on a galloping horse wouldn't notice".


My late nan used to say something similar, though to her it was "A blind man on a galloping horse would be glad to see it"

Yes she was  great one for her sayings, and yes some of them bordered on insane :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 21 August, 2008, 02:51:45 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 21 August, 2008, 02:42:36 pm
Quote from: JT on 21 August, 2008, 10:49:15 am

As my old mum says, "A man on a galloping horse wouldn't notice".


My late nan used to say something similar, though to her it was "A blind man on a galloping horse would be glad to see it"

Yes she was  great one for her sayings, and yes some of them bordered on insane :)

To be honest, I didn't quote my mum verbatim as she actually says "A blind man on a galloping horse wouldn't see it", which isn't very helpful at all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 21 August, 2008, 03:32:46 pm
Quote from: ABlipInContinuity on 21 August, 2008, 10:42:07 am
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3239/2783931708_9e3a5c22b1.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2783931708/in/photostream/)

First glimpse of my new bike.

Any ideas what I should do about the paint chipped of the braze-ons in shot?

Nail varnish (most colours and tones seem to be available) is great for touch ups.

(It can however be a tad embarrassing to be studying the display to get the right shade!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 21 August, 2008, 04:18:05 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 21 August, 2008, 03:32:46 pm
Nail varnish (most colours and tones seem to be available) is great for touch ups.

* looks over at dings in Pompino frame *

* wonders if Boots No 7 do a "Trigger's Mum's bathroom blue" shade *
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 21 August, 2008, 04:34:50 pm
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Photo-0047.jpg)

Gen parked in the office, earnestly guarding client data.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 August, 2008, 07:57:07 am
What constitutes a 'Bike Stable"?  Ideally I would like a Fixie and a Brompton, only then would I feel like I had everything I wanted.  However, I think that, after some spending on new bikes, some spending on 2nd-hand bikes and some rennovation/modification of existing bikes, I have now got a 'Bike Stable', a bike for most situations.  Photos all published previously but never together.

Let's see some more 'Stables'

Thorn Raven and my first choice for comfortable mile-munching
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/RavenTour1.jpg?t=1219387319)

British Eagle Touristique.  22 years old, recently rennovated and could start to replace my Raven on Audaxes next year.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BET1.jpg?t=1219387450)

Orbit 531 Road Bike.  Just acquired from Rogerzilla and by far the quickest bike I have ever owned.  Great fun but good job it's quick because it means I spend less time on that saddle.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Orbit2.jpg?t=1219387603)

Saracen MTB conversion.  A '90s MTB makes for a superb General Purpose bike.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Saracen1.jpg?t=1219387741)

A cheap and cheerful GT MTB.  I don't use it much but it's a lot of fun for the money
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/GT1.jpg?t=1219387809)

Proposed site for photo of a Brommie (I need a Brommie, but don't know why)

Proposed site for photo of a Langster or other fixie

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 22 August, 2008, 12:22:20 pm
Son of Skip Bike lives !!

(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm210/ousewanderer/22082008017.jpg)

The more astute amongst you may notice that it is not quite how Mr Dawes intended.  Early tests suggest that it will not be as  comfortable as Skip Bike, but probably a bit more stable.

First proper test is the Midenhall 100K this weekend.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 August, 2008, 11:21:10 pm
My new good bike. Having only ever ridden steel frames, titanium was a revelation in terms of comfort (26c tyres just fit in the fork). Gearing is just right for "fast" rides for me, 50-39-30 and 14-25 cassette. Computer location is only temporary, got my eye on a garmin gps
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3083/2790915266_5f821d8e11.jpg)

My old good bike, still a very nice ride. 1998 thorn audax classic
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3097/2790064089_d39df846f7.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 August, 2008, 11:32:01 pm
And there's more....
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2080/2790108745_b6d919729e.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 August, 2008, 01:47:07 am
A pic of my kitchen (note the Anta mugs on the worktop):
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/bike1.jpg)

The midlife-crisis-mobile (I'm still vainly clinging to the last vestiges of pretence that I can be the next Bradley Wiggins) is ready for its first club run tomorrow morning. I've done one short ride on it already (20km) but tomorrow I'll probably be doing something in the region of 150km cos I'm riding over to my parents' house after the club run, so that will be a pretty good workout.

Can't wait to see my clubmates' faces as they didn't even know I was getting a new bike and are only used to seeing me on a heavy old steel machine. ;D

Not sure what to make of this saddle - my B17 feels like a sponge in comparison:
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/bike4.jpg)

How am I supposed to fit mudguards in here?  ;)
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/bike5.jpg)

Will post a ride report later...

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andygates on 24 August, 2008, 09:23:19 pm
(http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v322/132/86/779755523/n779755523_3917306_5891.jpg)

Meatloaf goes Alpine.  1450m up, on the road to Tignes.  Only 650m more climbing to do.  You'll note that Mr Loaf has a double chainset.  That mistake won't be made again!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 25 August, 2008, 12:27:06 am
Pearson Hanzo is here! :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3018/2794549138_73a1e69ae1.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2794549138/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 25 August, 2008, 12:37:32 am
I was suffering an identity crisis, for a second there I thought I was Maffie!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 August, 2008, 10:02:41 am
Quote from: Maffie on 25 August, 2008, 12:27:06 am
Pearson Hanzo is here! :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3018/2794549138_73a1e69ae1.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2794549138/)

I can't see your rims due to the length of the grass  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 25 August, 2008, 10:22:42 am
Quote from: GruB on 25 August, 2008, 10:02:41 am

I can't see your rims due to the length of the grass  ;D

If you think the grass is unkempt you should see my hair.

They are Mavic Open Pros on Miche large flange hubs. I would rather they were Goldtecs but they were well out of budget.
Title: Meet the fleet
Post by: geraldc on 25 August, 2008, 11:01:08 pm
I have a silly number of bikes, it's about time they were formally introduced to the forum.

Yuba Mundo 6 Speed
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/100451426.jpg)
Used for general commuting/general run around. Daily use bike.
Longest ride, Dun Run 200km

Ribble Audax, 105 groupset
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/102182730.jpg)
Used for audax. Pictured on the Bryan Chapman fully loaded.
Longest ride, Bryan Chapman 600km

Brompton L6
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/68623390.jpg)
The folder. Was once my do everything bike for London. But now it's only used for multi-modal transport.
Longest ride, London Bikeathon 83km (52 miles)

Giant Green Park
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/102182915.jpg)
Was my 'fast bike' before getting the Ribble. Used for commuting.
Longest Ride, Invicta 300

Raleigh Chopper
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/92488025.jpg)
Friend's gran gave it to me for cleaning out her garage.
Waiting to be renovated, never ridden, now sitting in my dad's garage

Gone but not forgotten

b'Twin Sport 1
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/98648045.jpg)
Was used for my daily commute until it got stolen.

Scott Tigua
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/68362396.jpg)
Was used for daily commute until the frame cracked. Was replaced by the b'Twin
Title: Re: Meet the fleet
Post by: Chris N on 26 August, 2008, 10:05:14 am
Quote from: geraldc on 25 August, 2008, 11:01:08 pm
Ribble Audax, 105 groupset
(http://www.pbase.com/gchong2426/image/102182730.jpg)
Used for audax. Pictured on the Bryan Chapman fully loaded.
Longest ride, Bryan Chapman 600km

Photo taken at the YH, Sunday morning?  That's my Kaffenback and Paul D's Roberts in the background.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 August, 2008, 10:16:44 am
Mine was just off to the right of that pic too  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 26 August, 2008, 10:18:06 am
Quote from: GruB on 26 August, 2008, 10:16:44 am
Mine was just off the the right of that pic too  ;D

I don't think I've seen a photo of your bike(s) GruB.

</deadpan>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 August, 2008, 10:37:19 am
I think the blonde one from Scotland with a penchant for fixed has now surpassed even me for the number of times you can photograph your bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 28 August, 2008, 07:57:05 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3031/2805932195_e80e5f9982.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 03 September, 2008, 10:51:35 am
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/DSC00289.jpg)

My new Giant Bowery - purchased from Pearsons Cycles for the bargain price of £225 reduced from £350.
First Single Speed / Fixed Wheel i've ridden, will get used to the 72' gearing as SS before trying to ride Fixed for 1st time !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 September, 2008, 11:07:03 am
Looks like a decent commuting style machine - and at a good price, too.  Top bargain :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 03 September, 2008, 11:10:55 am
Quote from: Dinamo on 03 September, 2008, 10:51:35 am
My new Giant Bowery - purchased from Pearsons Cycles for the bargain price of £225 reduced from £350.
First Single Speed / Fixed Wheel i've ridden, will get used to the 72' gearing as SS before trying to ride Fixed for 1st time !

Nice. Considering some fixed Audaxing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 03 September, 2008, 11:12:22 am
Bargain !

The bottom bracket on my MC cost almost that much ;D

If you include the tool to fit it, it was more.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 03 September, 2008, 11:18:10 am
This is going to be my next build project, Principia Evolution 2004.

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/05Frame.jpg)

It was supplied with most of the decals missing, but I'm not that bothered and got £50 off because of it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 03 September, 2008, 06:38:47 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 03 September, 2008, 11:10:55 am
Quote from: Dinamo on 03 September, 2008, 10:51:35 am
My new Giant Bowery - purchased from Pearsons Cycles for the bargain price of £225 reduced from £350.
First Single Speed / Fixed Wheel i've ridden, will get used to the 72' gearing as SS before trying to ride Fixed for 1st time !

Nice. Considering some fixed Audaxing?

Maybe some flat ones !!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 03 September, 2008, 07:18:11 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 03 September, 2008, 10:51:35 am

{bike pr0n snipped}

My new Giant Bowery - purchased from Pearsons Cycles for the bargain price of £225 reduced from £350.
First Single Speed / Fixed Wheel i've ridden, will get used to the 72' gearing as SS before trying to ride Fixed for 1st time !

I was ogling one of those at Madgetts today, though Mick is asking a rather less keen £299.

We decided it was a bike looking for a cause. There's clearance for guards at the front, but not the back. No mount points for a rear rack, but it has two sets of bottle cage bosses. Odd.

Didn't stop me coveting it muchly.

For £225 though, I'd be thinking about one for The Lad to commute to school on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 09:13:48 pm
Three weeks and 100 miles old (I've been away a bit and used my old bike for work for a couple of days).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3139/2821942537_a4a2c977af.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 September, 2008, 09:16:14 pm
(http://www.best-of-web.com/_images/080104-152849.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vince on 03 September, 2008, 09:21:59 pm
I'm getting n+1itis just looking at that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 09:27:15 pm
Possibly a couple more pics to follow when I get round to it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vince on 03 September, 2008, 09:31:03 pm
You're not really helping are you?



When do we get a review?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 09:35:59 pm
Quote from: vince on 03 September, 2008, 09:31:03 pm
You're not really helping are you?



When do we get a review?
Sorry. But you know you want to.

Review HERE (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=4408.109) in The Knowledge. Perhaps I ought to pop something into Reviews.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 09:36:19 pm
Very nice Hatler!

I hope you are going to give that a good thrashing in the Surrey Hills next weekend  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 09:39:24 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 09:36:19 pm
Very nice Hatler!

I hope you are going to give that a good thrashing in the Surrey Hills next weekend  :)
Why thangyou !!

I would love to but most probably not. I'll be in deepest Sussex enjoying what might possibly be the last warm weekend at the 'van. However, the Surrey Hills are just calling out for this to be ridden round them. Perhaps at the official event in February ?  I don't think I am going to try with small-hatler on the trailer bike again when it's cold.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 09:45:54 pm
Methinks you need a titanium rack for that bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 10:02:21 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 09:45:54 pm
Methinks you need a titanium rack for that bike.
Oh help. Of course I do. Who makes them ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 10:09:59 pm
Tubus.

http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/cgi-bin/quikstore.pl?store=&search=yes&detail=yes&product=PRREAR75&category=Tubus_Pannier_Racks&keywords=&hits_seen=&page=search.html&and=&affiliate_id (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/cgi-bin/quikstore.pl?store=&search=yes&detail=yes&product=PRREAR75&category=Tubus_Pannier_Racks&keywords=&hits_seen=&page=search.html&and=&affiliate_id)

They've been advertised for donkeys in lots of places but they never seem to actually arrive. I suspect this is because they break.

They'd be a mere £130 odd.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 September, 2008, 10:15:23 pm
Aaaaagggghhhhhh gurgle gurgle froth froth

That would be cool.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 03 September, 2008, 10:15:50 pm
Tubus aren't really significantly lighter than a high-end Al rack - and yes, they do tend to fall apart.  As did my mate's on the way back from PBP03.

Look on Wiggle - Tubus Fly and a TorTec Ultralite are the same weight - 400 g - and the TorTec is half the price and bombproof

That Ti one is a whole 200 g lighter and £100 dearer :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 10:24:20 pm
50 p a gramme - bargain  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 04 September, 2008, 02:34:53 am
hatler - Phwoar! That is all.

d.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 04 September, 2008, 10:25:25 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 03 September, 2008, 10:09:59 pm
Tubus.

http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/cgi-bin/quikstore.pl?store=&search=yes&detail=yes&product=PRREAR75&category=Tubus_Pannier_Racks&keywords=&hits_seen=&page=search.html&and=&affiliate_id (http://www.bikeplus.co.uk/cgi-bin/quikstore.pl?store=&search=yes&detail=yes&product=PRREAR75&category=Tubus_Pannier_Racks&keywords=&hits_seen=&page=search.html&and=&affiliate_id)

They've been advertised for donkeys in lots of places but they never seem to actually arrive. I suspect this is because they break.

They'd be a mere £130 odd.


Interestingly, when I bought Ting Tong I was advised against getting a Ti rack, as they are not that robust apparently.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 September, 2008, 08:25:38 am
a glorious addition to the stable - a 'too cheap to refuse' steel time trial frame with a rather fetching paint job:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9524b.jpg)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/MRT_9526b.jpg)

:)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 19 September, 2008, 08:33:21 am
Nice. Question: How much faster...? You can answer next spring!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 September, 2008, 08:38:18 am
Very nice !

I remember when Eddie Mcgrath was a struggling bike shop having to specialise in kids bikes to keep afloat.  The boy done well :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 11:09:19 am
The old.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3022/2869288179_2c4019cfec.jpg?v=0)

The new.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3186/2870105384_aa2bd13b98.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 19 September, 2008, 11:39:29 am
Good god man, what's all that red tape?  Don't you have any zip ties?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 September, 2008, 11:40:58 am
Hell of a respray :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 19 September, 2008, 11:43:54 am
Quote from: Chris N on 19 September, 2008, 11:39:29 am
Good god man, what's all that red tape?  Don't you have any zip ties?
Function over form.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 September, 2008, 11:48:29 am
Great bike Hatler, hope you have a lot of good miles on it.

I share Chris N's horror regarding the tape though  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 11:57:27 am
I know. Sorry about the red. I didn't have any black to hand. As soon as I do the red's going.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 11:57:44 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 September, 2008, 11:40:58 am
Hell of a respray :o
;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 11:58:28 am
Quote from: Chris N on 19 September, 2008, 11:39:29 am
Good god man, what's all that red tape?  Don't you have any zip ties?
Tape's lighter.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 September, 2008, 11:58:56 am
By the way, have you stolen my old garage door ?

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/MC/mcside.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 12:01:27 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 September, 2008, 11:58:56 am
By the way, have you stolen my old garage door ?

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/MC/mcside.jpg)
And your bricks !!

Am I in the wrong house ?

I wondered who that woman was last night.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 19 September, 2008, 12:51:21 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 September, 2008, 11:58:56 am
By the way, have you stolen my old garage door ?

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/MC/mcside.jpg)

No, but he has stolen your gears ;D

IGMC...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 September, 2008, 03:56:57 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/hetchins2.jpg)

Oh Clarion...

(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/hetchins3.jpg)

I spent  a happy couple of hours putting this back on the road at lunchtime

I may use it on the Stroud ride tomorrow since the forecast looks good :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 September, 2008, 03:58:05 pm
Quote from: hatler on 19 September, 2008, 12:01:27 pm
I wondered who that woman was last night.   ;D

That'll be Mrs Berry.  That's who we sold the house to :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 September, 2008, 03:59:25 pm
Oh dear, MV, your stays are all bent.  Did you have a smash? :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 19 September, 2008, 04:10:20 pm
Quote from: clarion on 19 September, 2008, 03:59:25 pm
Oh dear, MV, your stays are all bent.  Did you have a smash? :(

Tightened the chain too much...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 19 September, 2008, 10:29:26 pm
(Probably not the first, but:)

Phwoar!  Look at the lugs on that!

(Coat?  OK)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 20 September, 2008, 12:55:18 am
Quote from: Deano on 28 August, 2008, 07:57:05 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3031/2805932195_e80e5f9982.jpg)

Nice view of Elizabeth Castle. . .  We'll get back there one day.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 20 September, 2008, 10:01:31 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 20 September, 2008, 12:55:18 am
Quote from: Deano on 28 August, 2008, 07:57:05 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3031/2805932195_e80e5f9982.jpg)

Nice view of Elizabeth Castle. . .  We'll get back there one day.

J

Torslanda - it's St Michael's Mount, actually :-[

Sorry, should've made it clear!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 26 September, 2008, 08:47:23 pm
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/MrPumpy/look.jpg)

(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/MrPumpy/picture-2.jpg)

Built up with the DA groupset from my Trek 5500, plus new cassette, carbon bars and post.  Ridden today for an hour.  Loverly... it's the extra stiff one, but very very comfy too.  A dream to ride in fact.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 September, 2008, 11:06:29 pm
Very nice indeed, M. Pumpé  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bigdaveskinnytyre on 26 September, 2008, 11:23:13 pm
I've got the normal 585 and it's fantastic, best race bike I've ever had and like you say very comfy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 27 September, 2008, 01:12:56 am
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 26 September, 2008, 08:47:23 pm


Built up with the DA groupset from my Trek 5500, plus new cassette, carbon bars and post.  Ridden today for an hour.  Loverly... it's the extra stiff one, but very very comfy too.  A dream to ride in fact.


Nowt like an extra stiff one, eh Mr P?   ;)

Beautiful machine!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bigdaveskinnytyre on 27 September, 2008, 08:30:34 am
Inspired  by MPs 585 I thought I'd post a couple of the current stable.

(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i134/bigdaveskinnytyre/DSC00964.jpg)

The 585 (not the extra stiff one), I got a stupidly good deal on this as a complete bike, new old stock with Ultegra, I then put all the Dura Ace kit from my Omega on it. It's changed a little since this pic, white tape, white flite saddle, bottle cages and slightly lowered stem. The wheels are the EX fat boy version with a few extra spokes.

And the cross bikes

(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i134/bigdaveskinnytyre/tricross2.jpg)

In this guise, double chainset, reflex rims and dugasts stripped for racing they weigh about 20 pounds

However, this one is set up for the 3 peaks tommorow.

(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i134/bigdaveskinnytyre/PeaksMachine.jpg)

CXP33s Schwalbe Landcruisers, triple chainset, toolpack and survival bag padding, comes in at 25 pounds.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 27 September, 2008, 01:42:04 pm
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 26 September, 2008, 08:47:23 pm
Built up with the DA groupset from my Trek 5500, plus new cassette, carbon bars and post. 

Bloody hell, that was quick!

Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 26 September, 2008, 08:47:23 pm
Ridden today for an hour.  Loverly... it's the extra stiff one, but very very comfy too.  A dream to ride in fact.

Fnarr, fnarr.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 27 September, 2008, 02:12:21 pm
Wow, M. Pumpé! I could nearly desire a geared bike suddenly!  :P Beautiful.  And its sounds like a great ride too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 September, 2008, 02:25:56 pm
You can't beat nice stiff carbon.  I must show you mine  ;D

Relax, I'm just kidding people.

Nice one MP.  Can't wait to go for a Cream Tea ride to see how you go up those hills.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 27 September, 2008, 06:21:51 pm
Quote from: GruB on 27 September, 2008, 02:25:56 pm
Can't wait to go for a Cream Tea ride to see how you go up those hills.

It just floats up them regardless of what I do.  Today I even pedalled backwards up a 1-in-5 and it still flew up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 September, 2008, 07:25:58 pm
 :thumbsup: ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 27 September, 2008, 08:56:50 pm
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 27 September, 2008, 06:21:51 pm
Quote from: GruB on 27 September, 2008, 02:25:56 pm
Can't wait to go for a Cream Tea ride to see how you go up those hills.

It just floats up them regardless of what I do.  Today I even pedalled backwards up a 1-in-5 and it still flew up.

We could fix it for you...  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 29 September, 2008, 03:20:46 pm
Mucking Hall Road (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&saddr=&daddr=51.574883,0.773592&hl=en&geocode=&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=14&sll=51.574402,0.774021&sspn=0.027952,0.06712&ie=UTF8&z=14), Barling, a couple of hours ago.  :thumbsup:


[img height=480 width=640]http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/pompsep08.jpg[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2008, 03:33:02 pm
Someone's nicked your scenery! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 29 September, 2008, 03:41:59 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 September, 2008, 03:33:02 pm
Someone's nicked your scenery! :o
How about this? Almost the same spot in the road, July last year. Although thinking about it there isn't much scenery here either!  ;)

(http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/pompjul07.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 September, 2008, 03:42:55 pm
Did you just pinch my commuting bike?!  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 29 September, 2008, 03:49:17 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 September, 2008, 03:42:55 pm
Did you just pinch my commuting bike?!  >:(
Non, but Frenchie le Fraudax has good taste too.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 29 September, 2008, 03:55:39 pm
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 26 September, 2008, 08:47:23 pm
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/MrPumpy/look.jpg)

Ooh I like that. Very cool.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 September, 2008, 03:56:54 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 29 September, 2008, 03:20:46 pm
Mucking Hall Road (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&saddr=&daddr=51.574883,0.773592&hl=en&geocode=&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=14&sll=51.574402,0.774021&sspn=0.027952,0.06712&ie=UTF8&z=14), Barling, a couple of hours ago.  :thumbsup:


[img height=480 width=640]http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/pompsep08.jpg[/img]


I would have also a fixie if I lived amongst that scenery.

Unfortunately/Fortunately , depending on how you look at it I suppose,  I live amongst this scenery (familiar to anyone who's done the Faccombe Haul Audax, the tarmac on the road going down the hill was applied by a plasterer)).  I don't think my thighs or lungs could cope with fixed around here.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Clyffe%20Pypard%202007/WalburyView1.jpg?t=1222699821)

However, a Pompino just like yours in still on my N+1 wishlist though, very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew w on 02 October, 2008, 08:32:33 pm
Seeing Monsieur P's carbon bike on here has prompted me to take a photo of the latest addition to my stable, a Trek Madone 5.5SL (2007 model). 

(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/TrekMadoneVGA.jpg)

I bought it in a sale earlier this year, but didn't get to ride it much until the last few weeks, because of the mainly crap weather up here in Yorkshire.  I've put 500 miles on it now, and I'm really getting to like it.  I know there are a lot of "steel is real" people on here (and I've got 3 steel bikes myself), but in my experience, every time I've bought a lighter bike, I've never regretted it!

The rest of my bikes are on this page here:

Members' bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.15)

Andrew
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 02 October, 2008, 08:43:04 pm
Quote from: LEE on 29 September, 2008, 03:56:54 pm

However, a Pompino just like yours in still on my N+1 wishlist though, very nice.

I have done that very hill numerous times onna Pomp.  You could too.

Hant/Berks/etc is fine for riding fixed.  Ideal, even. 

Now here is a different kettle of fish.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 October, 2008, 08:53:48 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 October, 2008, 08:43:04 pm
Quote from: LEE on 29 September, 2008, 03:56:54 pm

However, a Pompino just like yours in still on my N+1 wishlist though, very nice.

I have done that very hill numerous times onna Pomp.  You could too.

Hant/Berks/etc is fine for riding fixed.  Ideal, even. 

Now here is a different kettle of fish.

Where does Wiltshire fit in?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 02 October, 2008, 08:58:34 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3286/2908199474_e105fb26eb.jpg?v=0)
Recognise this, Mr alves?  ;)

My latest n+1, acquired an hour ago from Noodley, at a bargain price. I'm planning to give it a few tweaks over the coming while, but it looks like it will be an ideal winter bike. Cheers guys.  :thumbsup:

And, before anyone says anything, I have noticed the tension in the rear mech.  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 02 October, 2008, 09:00:13 pm
Quote from: GruB on 02 October, 2008, 08:53:48 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 October, 2008, 08:43:04 pm
Quote from: LEE on 29 September, 2008, 03:56:54 pm

However, a Pompino just like yours in still on my N+1 wishlist though, very nice.

I have done that very hill numerous times onna Pomp.  You could too.

Hant/Berks/etc is fine for riding fixed.  Ideal, even. 

Now here is a different kettle of fish.

Where does Wiltshire fit in?

Just a bit over to the left there, looking that way ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 October, 2008, 11:33:08 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 October, 2008, 09:00:13 pm
Quote from: GruB on 02 October, 2008, 08:53:48 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 October, 2008, 08:43:04 pm
Quote from: LEE on 29 September, 2008, 03:56:54 pm

However, a Pompino just like yours in still on my N+1 wishlist though, very nice.

I have done that very hill numerous times onna Pomp.  You could too.

Hant/Berks/etc is fine for riding fixed.  Ideal, even. 

Now here is a different kettle of fish.

Where does Wiltshire fit in?

Just a bit over to the left there, looking that way ;)



Wiltshire is 1300 metres to my left in fact.  Hampshire is 1800 metres to right and I'm (stuck in the middle with you?) stood in West Berkshire.

I have coughed and wheezed my way up Walbury Hill many times.  Normally by half way I'm riding the equivalent of a single-speed (ie.  I've got no more gears left)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 October, 2008, 06:10:45 am
Yeah but Mal left it out of his I would / wouldn't list and it is only next door.

Also -
PUBLIC NOTICE

I have some new bar tape for the TCR.  When I put it on tomorrow I may have to post a new picture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 03 October, 2008, 08:41:51 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 02 October, 2008, 08:43:04 pm
Now here is a different kettle of fish.

My hill is bigger than yours.

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 03 October, 2008, 11:27:21 am
My latest folly I really shoudnt have spent the money but it I was blind to the obvious ,frame was a bargain from Spa cycles they were offering 10% off which I then bludgeoned a further 10% with my ctc discount,some bits(wheels saddle stem) are from my old winter bike the groupset is veloce 9 speed which I bought in bits scouring web based sellers and forum classifieds for cheapest deals , guards a £9.99 bargain at York rally I am becoming Ti obsesive I suppose.


(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/kits003.jpg)


(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/kits-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 October, 2008, 11:30:14 am
looks like that could be fun. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 03 October, 2008, 11:46:13 am
Quote from: clarion on 03 October, 2008, 11:30:14 am
looks like that could be fun. :)


I am just fuelling up before I go and find out. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 October, 2008, 01:01:42 pm
*jealous now*

Enjoy it! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 October, 2008, 08:47:52 pm
The small child's hand between radiator and bike, where can one get one of those  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 04 October, 2008, 07:32:37 pm
Tis a glove plced berween pedal and radiator to prevent bollockings oer scratching radiators as has happened before. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 October, 2008, 01:09:27 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020006.jpg)

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020003-1.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: geoff on 05 October, 2008, 01:21:30 pm
ver ver smart Mr G.

(are the decals on the wheels always aligned?)


 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dave on 05 October, 2008, 01:38:46 pm
Very nice. Well trimmed lawn too.

You need to nudge the front tyre round a smidge though - the logo isn't quite lined up with the valve ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 October, 2008, 03:41:30 pm
 :o

looks good  :thumbsup:

and very clean   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 04:34:23 pm
Bikenerd's old bike is now brazed, sprayed, rebuilt, re-wheeled etc etc etc.

Isn't it beautiful?

(http://www.peeble.com/redbike1.jpg)

Sturmey trigger shifter works pretty well as a bar-con.

(http://www.peeble.com/redbike2.jpg)

1987 Sturmey AW hub, stripped and rebuilt by me.

(http://www.peeble.com/redbike3.jpg)

Shimano DH-3N80 dynamo hub.  These need to be built x2 because the flanges are huge,

(http://www.peeble.com/redbike4.jpg)

Wacky dihedral Nitto Randonneur bars and a very tall Nitto Technomic stem.  The tyres are Vredestein Fortezza TriComp Quattro 700 x 23c.

(http://www.peeble.com/redbike5.jpg)

Parts carried over from the old bike are brakes, cranks, saddle (although it now has its missing badge back) and half the headset.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 October, 2008, 05:18:51 pm
That is a work of art Roger  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 October, 2008, 06:09:21 pm
8) 8) 8) 8) 8) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 October, 2008, 06:17:43 pm
Ver, ver nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 05 October, 2008, 06:19:34 pm
very pretty :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 05 October, 2008, 06:48:14 pm
Going to need some work (specially to match that gorgeous bike Mr Zilla!), but picked up the 1935 Sunbeam this morning.

It's going to be completely stripped after my holiday and sent off to be resprayed black with gold lug lining
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3127/2915777994_b042a671ff.jpg?v=0)

I suspect the B66 saddle is a pretty recent addition (as in within the last 15 years)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3220/2914854355_eb95b18a5c.jpg?v=0)

The Chain Bath is going to need a lot of tidying...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3287/2915559294_b4d9a77e44.jpg?v=0)

Cool little (Brummie, Joseph Lucas) odometer
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3167/2915533316_947c473ff1.jpg?v=0)

The wheels are newer (50s the guy reckoned). There's a 'four' speed Sturmey-Archer...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3222/2914482695_6744b3b998.jpg?v=0)

Already planning on using this for Pedal for Scotland next year, dressed in 30s regalia (or WWII RAF type-thingy)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 06:55:10 pm
See?  White mudguards *are* cool.

If the hub refuses to stay in bottom gear, it's just the shifter.  Read this:

Sturmey Archer gears: Restoration (http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/restoration-sturmey.html)

For "bench grinder" substitute "file".

If you're bored...

http://www.hadland.me.uk/sa/safm.pdf

Nowhere near as complex as they look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 05 October, 2008, 07:36:28 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 05 October, 2008, 06:48:14 pm
Going to need some work (specially to match that gorgeous bike Mr Zilla!), but picked up the 1935 Sunbeam this morning.

It's going to be completely stripped after my holiday and sent off to be resprayed black with gold lug lining
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3127/2915777994_b042a671ff.jpg?v=0)

I suspect the B66 saddle is a pretty recent addition (as in within the last 15 years)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3220/2914854355_eb95b18a5c.jpg?v=0)

The Chain Bath is going to need a lot of tidying...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3287/2915559294_b4d9a77e44.jpg?v=0)

Cool little (Brummie, Joseph Lucas) odometer
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3167/2915533316_947c473ff1.jpg?v=0)

The wheels are newer (50s the guy reckoned). There's a 'four' speed Sturmey-Archer...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3222/2914482695_6744b3b998.jpg?v=0)

Already planning on using this for Pedal for Scotland next year, dressed in 30s regalia (or WWII RAF type-thingy)

.... rear-facing dropouts and chaintugs!! .... fixie project?  ;D

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 05 October, 2008, 07:38:50 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 06:55:10 pm
See?  White mudguards *are* cool.

If the hub refuses to stay in bottom gear, it's just the shifter.  Read this:

Sturmey Archer gears: Restoration (http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/restoration-sturmey.html)

For "bench grinder" substitute "file".

If you're bored...

http://www.hadland.me.uk/sa/safm.pdf

Nowhere near as complex as they look.

How did you know it wasn't staying in bottom gear???

For a brief moment I had thought of running it fixed or singlespeed, but I want to keep it fairly authentic (even if the wheels it has are a few years younger than the bike itself, it would originally have had a 3 speed I think).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 08:04:34 pm
They all do that.

Sturmey-Archer was a company of mechanical ingenuity and utter incompetence in beta testing, or whatever they called pre-production testing in those days.

Some designs turned out OK - hence the AW's nickname "Always Works".  The SW's nickname was "Seldom Works" and it should never have made it to market.  Likewise the 5-speed was grossly inefficient and the 4-speeds start playing up (fixable as above) after modest use.

The SunRace buyout was good news, really.  The stuff they're knocking out now, while cheap and mostly uninnovative (99% of output heads straight for the undemanding market of city bikes and folders), is at least made properly.  The new S3X three-speed fixed, while a fairly flawed idea (it's never going to feel anything like a real fixie), may be a bit of a halo product for them.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 05 October, 2008, 09:34:53 pm
Mal Rees. My first decent bike, now restored and updated.

531 throughout Campagnolo Chorus / Veloce, Centaur mix. Paul Hewitt built wheels, using a Mavic 501 front hub, Veloce 10 speed rear, DRC ST19 Rims. Comfy, to say the least. Just need some really nice cantilevers to finish it off. Seatpost just about to be changed to a polished Athena. (Restoration in progress)

(http://www.daviescooper.plus.com/bikes/DSC00076.JPG)

..and a little more detail of the wonderful script decals..

(http://www.daviescooper.plus.com/bikes/DSC00056.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 October, 2008, 09:56:21 pm
That's rather delightful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 05 October, 2008, 10:20:53 pm
Roger, that does look rather nice.  Looking at the gear cable, I presume that it would foul a pannier or similar, if a carrier was fitted.  I'm sure all the hub gears I used as a child must have had the cable run along the chain-stay rather than the seat-stay, since I never had a problem with the carrier.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 05 October, 2008, 10:26:26 pm
Very tidily and carefully done Rogerzilla  :) Frame turned out well.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 10:31:02 pm
That bike will never have a rack - the orange Thorn can now revert to being a proper touring bike rather than a commuting bike.

BB cable routing has three problems with a SA hub:

1) BB movement during hard pedalling can tug on the cable.  This can mean you find the notorious "neutral" position on an AW -  a bit more serious than a ghost shift on a derailleur setup (which the Thorn suffers from, bigtime)

2) The free cable gets in the way when it's undone to fix a puncture.  With seatstay routing it just hangs there conveniently.

3) If the cable gets caught between chain and chainring during wheel removal and refitting (depressingly common) you get a kink in the cable which will mess up shifts forever.

You can get round these by running it in outer all the way (like on a Brompton), but it's not quite as precise an action.  Ladies' bikes always used BB routing, but they're not normally such big gear-mashers as men, and maybe they pay someone competent to fix their punctures.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 October, 2008, 11:02:27 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 05 October, 2008, 04:34:23 pm
Bikenerd's old bike is now brazed, sprayed, rebuilt, re-wheeled etc etc etc.

Isn't it beautiful?

YES.

(Got any 'before' piccies?)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 October, 2008, 06:36:19 am
Login (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=3149.0)

I was originally going to keep the contact points but ordinary seatposts are very cheap and I'm always a bit dubious of stems and bars if I don't know how many miles they've done (very low for the Orbit, don't worry).

I bought it from bikenerd without wheels.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 October, 2008, 08:11:17 am
Nice one Roger; very nice one!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 06 October, 2008, 08:58:39 am
I'm surprised - but pleased - at how much work you've done on it  :thumbsup:.  I always thought someone would buy it and just run it as a fixed hack, like I used to!  The wheels went to a friend, who put them on a frame we got off Mal Volio.  Small world, innit? :)
The space cleared in the garage didn't stay empty for too long.  It's now taken up by a Planet X Superlight Team, which just needs the the contact points tweaking and the bars taping.  Then there will be pictures.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 October, 2008, 09:07:58 am
Well, I took it for its first run today (bar 200 yards up and down the road last night in the dark).  To test the hub, I used the alternative commute which involves going straight up a rather steep hill from my house, not far short of 1:7 near the top. No wind at all, so my impressions couldn't be confused by a headwind (I'm going well) or tailwind (this bike is too slow).

It rolls incredibly well on the flat, much better than the Thorn, but you'd expect that with 700c racing tyres.  It felt a tad undergeared on 60", but given the huge drop to low gear, that's OK - when there is a headwind, shifting down is a last resort.  The hub is faultless, with no slip in low or normal gears (the two you can stand up in).  45" was fine for getting up the steep hill and 80" is useful downhill to avoid spinning out too fast.  There was a pleasing absence of rattles due to the tight chain and pretty generous mudguard clearances most of the way round [1].  No axle creep - those serrated washers do the job.

The bars will take a bit of getting used to because they're narrower at the hoods.  The stem probably needs to go down half an inch too.  Steering is neutral in the sense that I didn't notice it at all.  It's not a floppy as the Thorn but not as stiff as a racing bike.  The ride is very comfortable - high TPI, skinwall racing tyres at 120psi are much better than low TPI touring tyres at 90psi.

One small problem - rear brake rub when out of the saddle, caused when pushing on the LH crank.  Dual-pivot brakes, pencil stays and the need for a tiny amount of play in Sturmey hub bearings [2] all contribute.  I screwed the cable adjuster in which got rid of most of it, and I think the brake could be centred slightly better.  You may have noticed that the pros climb mountains with the rear brake QR undone, and they're on super-stiff carbon frames.


[1] I have a spare 17T sprocket which would raise the gearing to 63.5", but the 1/8" of resulting axle movement would put the tyre perilously close to the mudguard under the rear reflector - the bottom rear stays (untrimmed) are only just long enough as is, because of the 50s-style mudguard eye halfway up the seatstay.  P-clips are an option if I really need to gear up.

[2] if there is no play at all, the cranks have a tendency to rotate when freewheeling.  I remember this happening on my old Chopper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 11 October, 2008, 03:18:49 pm
(http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/qq191/aidanogle/DSC01393.jpg)
(http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/qq191/aidanogle/DSC01394.jpg)

Its retro tastic :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Che on 14 October, 2008, 02:32:41 pm
Feremmi SLX road fixed, replaces its crashed predecessor:
(http://www.cmmp.ucl.ac.uk/~cmsg/images/yacf/feremmi.jpg)

Again:
(http://www.cmmp.ucl.ac.uk/~cmsg/images/yacf/feremmi2.jpg)

And the Mercian Audax:
(http://www.cmmp.ucl.ac.uk/~cmsg/images/yacf/mercian.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 14 October, 2008, 02:38:43 pm
Nice carpet
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Che on 14 October, 2008, 02:57:07 pm
Detestable, innit? It needs getting rid of, anyway. Were I sure of staying on beyond the end of the year I'd be nagging the crap out of the landlord. As it is, I'd sooner not have the hassle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 October, 2008, 02:58:04 pm
(http://www.cmmp.ucl.ac.uk/~cmsg/images/yacf/feremmi2.jpg)

Don't you hate it when burgulars trash your house like that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Che on 14 October, 2008, 02:59:38 pm
Maybe I need to delete that photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 October, 2008, 03:01:46 pm
Quote from: Che on 14 October, 2008, 02:59:38 pm
Maybe I need to delete that photo.

Classic male response. 


The correct response is of course "I need to tidy up"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Che on 14 October, 2008, 03:04:30 pm
Thanks for that, Lee. Tidying up has, in fact, been long since done. Had relatively little impact on the photo, however.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 14 October, 2008, 03:17:50 pm
Is GruB still alive?  We haven't had a photo of his bike for, ooohhh, at least 24 hours.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 October, 2008, 03:28:41 pm
Mmm, Che.  Your bike is, er, 'distinctive' ;D

SMIDSY that you bastards!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Che on 14 October, 2008, 03:32:12 pm
Yeah. Horrid, isn't it. Great frame, though. Rides really nicely. It will get a respray at some point, no doubt. It does need it, and not purely because of the horrid colour.

As for the lurid yellow everything else, it all lived on a marginally more conservative frame until recently.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 09:12:49 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 14 October, 2008, 03:17:50 pm
Is GruB still alive?  We haven't had a photo of his bike for, ooohhh, at least 24 hours.  ;)

Thanks for the reminder.  Just installing the Stelvios on the MonstaThorn.  More colour co-ordination so a photo will have to be had.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 14 October, 2008, 09:29:50 pm
Quote from: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 09:12:49 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 14 October, 2008, 03:17:50 pm
Is GruB still alive?  We haven't had a photo of his bike for, ooohhh, at least 24 hours.  ;)

Thanks for the reminder.  Just installing the Stelvios on the MonstaThorn.  More colour co-ordination so a photo will have to be had.

On the subject of colour co-ordination, would you like a photo of my blue Dave Yates audax bike, with its gorgeous new Vittoria Open Pavé Evo CG tyres?

No?
Thought not.  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 09:32:36 pm
Go one, you know it makes sense.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 14 October, 2008, 09:48:34 pm
Oh, ok then GruB, just for you.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3048/2941915311_5595da5e4c.jpg?v=0)

Tasteful or what, eh?  8)
They are actually superb tyres, despite the colour.

Ok, your turn.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 10:16:28 pm
Oh, okay  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020024.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: valkyrie on 14 October, 2008, 10:19:29 pm
Quote from: eck on 14 October, 2008, 09:48:34 pm
Oh, ok then GruB, just for you.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3048/2941915311_5595da5e4c.jpg?v=0)

Tasteful or what, eh?  8)
They are actually superb tyres, despite the colour.

Ok, your turn.  ;D

Come on Eck, you need to rise to Grub's colour co-ordinated challenge. Get the bike resprayed green, and then get some matching bar tape to finish it off.

Then all you need is the matching trampoline. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 October, 2008, 10:55:02 am
Quote from: eck on 14 October, 2008, 09:48:34 pm
Oh, ok then GruB, just for you.

<picture of bicycle>

Tasteful or what, eh?  8)
They are actually superb tyres, despite the colour.

Ok, your turn.  ;D

Oh I had some Vittoria tyres like that.  Bright green with a maroon frame. :sick:  But decent tyres...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 16 October, 2008, 05:59:02 pm
On the subject of colour er, co-ordination, I stumbled across this on flickr:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3294/2810046173_13b7ac9580.jpg?v=0)

 ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 October, 2008, 06:04:21 pm
I like that.  I've just bought some shiny orange bar tape for the Thorn.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Really Ancien on 16 October, 2008, 06:57:32 pm
It looks like a late 1970s Raleigh Record Ace, nice to see it soldiering on, too many have been butchered by the fixie converters, I had a fish around on Flickr and found a 1982 RRA just like mine used to be, thanks for the tip-off.

Damon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 16 October, 2008, 08:11:40 pm
Quote from: Really Ancien on 16 October, 2008, 06:57:32 pm
It looks like a late 1970s Raleigh Record Ace, nice to see it soldiering on, too many have been butchered by the fixie converters, I had a fish around on Flickr and found a 1982 RRA just like mine used to be, thanks for the tip-off.

Damon.

Apparently, it's a Flying Scot, Damon.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/23666168@N04/sets/72157607019338618/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/23666168@N04/sets/72157607019338618/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 October, 2008, 08:39:53 pm
Flying Scot, eh?  Class! (http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/flyingscot.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zzpza on 17 October, 2008, 12:10:02 pm
Hello :)

My three bikes...

1999 GT Aggressor 2.0

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3126/2631529705_98bf3e093f.jpg)

2005 Claud Butler Vicenza

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3294/2692733695_042318bae2.jpg)

200x Saracen Hyway Singlespeed Conversion

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2591244292_446c414f78.jpg)
(Rattle can paint job - Peugeot Miami Blue Metallic!)

I bought this frame off eBay for £15 so didn't have any problem doing this to it...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3096/2575900807_3ef0636eae.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 18 October, 2008, 02:27:23 pm
This no-name russian made titanium frame will soon be mine upon my return from Oz.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3246/2951749428_ff5143c64a.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/2951747742_70ea423b6e.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3188/2951745928_0389a0147a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 October, 2008, 08:18:25 pm
Oh! If we're posting pictures of GREEN bikes . . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various067.jpg)

or how about . . . ?

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various070.jpg)

Check on the left for an explanation.

Che! How's yer man getting on with the red bike?

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Snakehips on 20 October, 2008, 09:16:03 am
link to my bike pics ................

http://www.yudu.com/item/details/28055/Snakehips--Bikes- (http://www.yudu.com/item/details/28055/Snakehips--Bikes-)



Snake
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 20 October, 2008, 09:36:58 am
Quote from: Snakehips on 20 October, 2008, 09:16:03 am
link to my bike pics ................

http://beta.yudu.com/library/item_details/17432/Snakehips--Bikes (http://beta.yudu.com/library/item_details/17432/Snakehips--Bikes)

Pink wheels!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 03:37:00 pm
Another winter hack. Raleigh Record Sprint, dates from 1983 with Reynolds 501 tubing. I've repainted it black and given it some new hand painted 'retro' graphics which I've just clearcoated. It's still 6 speed but runs like a dream. Apart from the paint and bits I had lying around this bike has cost me £15  ;D ;D

sorry for the crap pics. They were taken with my phone.

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0008.jpg)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0007.jpg)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0003.jpg)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0002-2.jpg)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0001-2-1.jpg)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0005-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 October, 2008, 03:46:39 pm
Although far from genuine, I quite like what you've done to give a retro 'feel' to the graphics.  It is, of course, one of the bikes I used to want as a teenager, with it's distinctive red/yellow livery, but the black &white exudes a cool class.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 20 October, 2008, 03:50:26 pm
that's lovely. Who did the painting?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 04:05:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 20 October, 2008, 03:46:39 pm
one of the bikes I used to want as a teenager

me too, not kept this original but I feel that at least it's still on the road and not in a skip  :(
or SS  :P

I did the paint Mike, I have my own compressor and spray equipment. I also have airbrushes and signwriters pencils etc due to being one ( a signwriter that is  ;D ) I've just got to let the clear coat harden and remove some lining tape residue then give it a good polish so I can take it out to get dirty  ;D

It's currently blowing a gale and ****ing down here  :-[


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 20 October, 2008, 04:13:18 pm
Quote from: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 03:37:00 pm
Another winter hack. Raleigh Record Sprint, dates from 1983 with Reynolds 501 tubing. I've repainted it black and given it some new hand painted 'retro' graphics which I've just clearcoated. It's still 6 speed but runs like a dream. Apart from the paint and bits I had lying around this bike has cost me £15  ;D ;D

sorry for the crap pics. They were taken with my phone.

Hack? Hack?! That is gorgeous. I'm guessing it's not exactly lightweight, but I really like the black and white style; the bars, chainset, pedals and everything else look great. Good work that. And with the added satisfaction of spending £15 on something and keeping a ver' nice bike on the road. Thanks for the photos - I am inspired.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 20 October, 2008, 05:25:16 pm
Help please

In pic #520 there is a bag on the back of grub's Thorn.  What is it? 

Damn, my life must be on a downward spiral - I've never asked a question like that before.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 20 October, 2008, 06:33:51 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 August, 2008, 06:09:19 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/2008-08-1100-56-41_0116.jpg)

How unusual, a picture of Grubs bike ;D



The bag looks like a Carradice Prima Maxi

SQR bags and saddlepacks (http://www.carradice.co.uk/sqr-saddlepacks/prima-maxi-saddlepack.shtml)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 20 October, 2008, 06:35:41 pm
Quote from: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 03:37:00 pm
Another winter hack. Raleigh Record Sprint, dates from 1983 with Reynolds 501 tubing. I've repainted it black and given it some new hand painted 'retro' graphics which I've just clearcoated. It's still 6 speed but runs like a dream. Apart from the paint and bits I had lying around this bike has cost me £15  ;D ;D

sorry for the crap pics. They were taken with my phone.



(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0002-2.jpg)



I like that too. Simple black and white with a very nice font. Lovely
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 20 October, 2008, 08:23:05 pm
Aidan, thanks for the bag id.

Now, your follow up for a bunus of 10 : is the bag sitting on a small seat post rack?  If so, can anybody identify it for me ?


I bought a a Super C saddlepack a few months back and have become a bit disilutioned with it.   Unless I fill it completely (say, with nice fleece clothing) then it seems that the bag and lid were designed for totally different purposes.   With an almost empty bag the lid fits like an air brake and the bag just sags.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 October, 2008, 08:25:48 pm
I use a Super C (almost) every day.  I have it on a Bagman QR on the fixed, and the QR gubbins on the tourer/commuter, which has a rack for it to sit on.  Yes, it sags a bit at the sides (I keep personals in one side pocket and tools in the other side) sometimes, but a U-lock helps hold the shape. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 October, 2008, 08:30:40 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 20 October, 2008, 06:33:51 pm
The bag looks like a Carradice Prima Maxi

SQR bags and saddlepacks (http://www.carradice.co.uk/sqr-saddlepacks/prima-maxi-saddlepack.shtml)

Correct.  JohnP, it doesn't have a small rack, it just connects as is.  The two top flaps go around your saddle rails and can also go into saddle loops if you have them.  The base of the back is quite rigid ( plastic insert I think ) so stays as you see it and doesn't deform when filled out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 October, 2008, 08:31:17 pm
Quote from: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 03:37:00 pm
(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/ABCD0008.jpg)

Nicely done, I like that. A Brooks is needed though  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 October, 2008, 08:34:03 pm
I have a Prima too, but I have a niggle.  The straps that go through the saddle loops/round the rails are too narrow for the cams to hold.  I double them back under, but it's fiddly, and still they slip a bit. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 20 October, 2008, 10:19:25 pm
re: Grub & Prima  - thanks guys.  Looks like another call to Carradice may be in order. 

Bagman for Super C or a new Prima ?

SORRY - I've rather taken this ot.  No more replies to me or I may get banned.

But thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 20 October, 2008, 10:56:46 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 20 October, 2008, 08:31:17 pm
A Brooks is needed though  ;)

I was going to but this will be left outside for long periods in all crappy weather, that's why I built it. I've got a nice black swift that may find its way onto it in summer  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 21 October, 2008, 05:57:32 am
Quote from: JohnP on 20 October, 2008, 10:19:25 pm
re: Grub & Prima  - thanks guys.  Looks like another call to Carradice may be in order. 

Bagman for Super C or a new Prima ?

SORRY - I've rather taken this ot.  No more replies to me or I may get banned.

But thanks.

As with all space storing devices, you will fill it and then want for more.  ;D  It is ace for my commute.  In the side pocket I carry my C02 head, multitool, superpatches, cable ties and Speedplay cafe covers.  In it I carry 2 tubes, cable lock, 3 C02 cannisters, and to work a sandwich, banana, two boiled eggs, two apples, two mandarins and some nuts.  On the way home I may stuff dirty washing in there or the clothes I am not wearing due to weather change.  It also stores my Gore waterproof jacket.
My only complaint is that sometimes I dream of being a weight weenie and with all the stuff I have in it, it looks rather big.  It is all in my mind though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 22 October, 2008, 10:18:51 am
bumper,

That raleigh is lovely!

Must get you to paint a bike for me :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 22 October, 2008, 04:40:21 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3173/2954440037_441a52ebb2_b.jpg)

Possibly the most eighties-looking thing on the road.  Even so, I'm tempted to keep it as it is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 22 October, 2008, 04:49:27 pm
Them forks look like kona's P2's.  :thumbsup:

Whats that underneath the chainstay, next to the tyre?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 22 October, 2008, 04:50:29 pm
Quote from: Luke on 22 October, 2008, 04:49:27 pm
Whats that underneath the chainstay, next to the tyre?

Ah, the innocence of youth. :D  It's a U-brake boss.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chris on 22 October, 2008, 04:59:17 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 22 October, 2008, 04:50:29 pm
Quote from: Luke on 22 October, 2008, 04:49:27 pm
Whats that underneath the chainstay, next to the tyre?

Ah, the innocence of youth. :D  It's a U-brake boss.

As in 'U' for useless!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 22 October, 2008, 06:18:04 pm
Quote from: Deano on 22 October, 2008, 04:40:21 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3173/2954440037_441a52ebb2_b.jpg)

Possibly the most eighties-looking thing on the road.  Even so, I'm tempted to keep it as it is.
Cool! If I weren't wasting away my time here I would put together my Scott Delano with a Flexstem, XT cantis and give you a run for the money!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 22 October, 2008, 09:14:16 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 22 October, 2008, 04:50:29 pm
Quote from: Luke on 22 October, 2008, 04:49:27 pm
Whats that underneath the chainstay, next to the tyre?

Ah, the innocence of youth. :D  It's a U-brake boss.

And they're getting replaced with V-brake bosses at the weekend.  I hadn't seen them before, either.

The forks are P2s - the original forks match the paintwork of the frame.  'Nuff said ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 October, 2008, 09:50:56 pm
Quote from: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 10:16:28 pm
Oh, okay  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020024.jpg)

Colour-coordinating your bike frame, bar tape and tyres with the trampoline is very classy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 24 October, 2008, 10:19:16 am
Quote from: LEE on 22 October, 2008, 09:50:56 pm
Quote from: GruB on 14 October, 2008, 10:16:28 pm
Oh, okay  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020024.jpg)

Colour-coordinating your bike frame, bar tape and tyres with the trampoline is very classy.

Not good enough, GruB. You have forgotten to colour co-ordinate the hoods.... (or is it "Hudz"?) (http://www.grabthehudz.com/products.html)  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 October, 2008, 08:19:20 pm
Peiter,
Cheers for that, but, how much??  Too much !!




Yes, I went and looked and liked what I saw until I saw the price.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 25 October, 2008, 12:49:09 am
£16 (http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=A9198) isn't that bad surely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 October, 2008, 08:32:23 am
No not at all !!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 25 October, 2008, 08:43:16 am
Grub, it's never been cheap being a dedicated leader of fashion like you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 October, 2008, 08:56:00 am
They look ace but I think C+ did a review recently and they didn't get rated as high as the stuff I normally buy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 25 October, 2008, 11:54:38 am
Since when could you trust a review in C+?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr_brooks on 26 October, 2008, 05:09:38 pm
My hard working day-to-day hybrid, based around a Roberts Audax compact frame, built from Reynolds 725. Equipped with seemingly indestructable Harry Rowlands built wheels, bearing the similarly sturdy Marathon Pluses. These do feel a bit lump-like, but I rate their hardiness. Strength was the overriding specification when this bike was built - 14,000 miles later, I sometimes (normally when going uphill) feel that it may be over-specced for day-to-day use, but there's something reassuringly stable and solid about it. In every aspect other than the appalling, cottage-cheese based paint-job, which appears to practically peel off (I'm exaggerating only a little) on the slightest contact with anything at all. Roberts' touch-up paint is notoriously hard to obtain (I suspect the dour Andrew just ignores the first 15 or so requests from each new owner), so it's been liberally adorned with various nail varnishes where the paintwork has sustained damage. I'm somewhat concerned now that the drop-outs are extremely rusty, and may Hammerite them in due course.

It's taken me on a wonderful End to End, done a bit of touring, but primarily its a bike for transport. A Tubus rack and Ortlieb panniers have helped with this no end (I can fault neither), and occasionally a Carry Freedom Y-frame gets hooked up for larger loads. I switched to the Brooks Swift on the advice of Bicycle Workshop in Notting Hill  - awesome (complete?!) stock of Brooks saddles, and am very pleased with it - comfortable from day one. Bar ends and grips are Ergon - comfy, though to my mind very ugly, and the grips aren't particularly durable. Transmission is based around Shimano XT and SRAM Attack shifters - I'm a huge fan of the latter. They've always struck me as reassuringly simple.

(http://po-angielsku.pl/bike.jpg)

(That's my rabbit, Charlie, in the background)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 October, 2008, 05:34:28 pm
Looks like a great bike  :)

I like your rabbit: so he just has the run of the place then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chris on 26 October, 2008, 06:19:26 pm
Quote from: mr_brooks on 26 October, 2008, 05:09:38 pm
Roberts' touch-up paint is notoriously hard to obtain (I suspect the dour Andrew just ignores the first 15 or so requests from each new owner)

I'd heard about the touch up paint, so when I bought Mrs Chris her Roberts I refused to sign the cheque until said Andrew produced some touch up paint. He reluctantly went out into the back of the shop and came back ten minutes later with a small bottle of paint.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr_brooks on 26 October, 2008, 08:30:12 pm
Quote from: chris on 26 October, 2008, 06:19:26 pm
Quote from: mr_brooks on 26 October, 2008, 05:09:38 pm
Roberts' touch-up paint is notoriously hard to obtain (I suspect the dour Andrew just ignores the first 15 or so requests from each new owner)

I'd heard about the touch up paint, so when I bought Mrs Chris her Roberts I refused to sign the cheque until said Andrew produced some touch up paint. He reluctantly went out into the back of the shop and came back ten minutes later with a small bottle of paint.

There's something League of Gentelmen-esque about the Roberts shop, I swear... Good plan though - wish I'd thought of that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr_brooks on 26 October, 2008, 08:33:29 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 26 October, 2008, 05:34:28 pm
Looks like a great bike  :)

I like your rabbit: so he just has the run of the place then?

Why, thank you, on both counts!

The rabbit should really be called Houdini. An enormous run was not enough for him - he now patrols the entire garden. He'll be inside for the winter - he's originally a house rabbit, but that concept is causing some confusion where I now am... !!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 October, 2008, 09:35:05 pm
He doesn't appear to be the slightest bit interested in bicycles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 October, 2008, 09:20:02 am
A Roberts Audax as a 'day-to-day' bike?  Doesn't sound too Quotidien to me ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 October, 2008, 07:29:04 pm
n + 1 = 8  :-[

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3280/2979263472_549eec0fd0.jpg?v=0)

My "new" winter bike, originally from alves, via young Miss Noodley, pedals courtesy of GruB. Only changes are a longer stem, a new rear mech, and I've nicked some lighter tyres off our tandem. Had it out for a 80k run yesterday, and a shorter run today, including a bit of "rough stuff". Very comfy, thanks to all involved.  :thumbsup:
Sparkly tyres, eh?  ::-)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 October, 2008, 08:52:35 pm
 :thumbsup: :o Check out those tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 09:08:17 pm
My velo in autumn mode.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b363/rks040472/ovaltitan.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 October, 2008, 09:10:55 pm
Quote from: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 09:08:17 pm
My velo in autumn mode.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b363/rks040472/ovaltitan.jpg)

That is an unusual collection of tube sizes
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 October, 2008, 09:12:46 pm
Rob, I'm not sure, like, but is that a Colnago, by any chance? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 09:18:29 pm
Quote from: LEE on 27 October, 2008, 09:10:55 pm

That is an unusual collection of tube sizes

Yep, bladed top and down tube  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 09:19:40 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 October, 2008, 09:12:46 pm
Rob, I'm not sure, like, but is that a Colnago, by any chance? ;D

I don't know...the shop told me it was a Lampre!! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 October, 2008, 09:21:04 pm
Watch out: You can die of a surfeit of them, tha knows!* :o




* Ask Henry I
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 09:29:34 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 October, 2008, 09:21:04 pm
Watch out: You can die of a surfeit of them, tha knows!* :o




* Ask Henry I

From above the top tube looks like a normal round tube....probably to make the airbrush guy's job easier than for health reasons!! ;D

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b363/rks040472/ot2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 October, 2008, 10:03:32 pm
Quote from: GruB on 27 October, 2008, 08:52:35 pm
:thumbsup: :o Check out those tyres.
Sadly not pimpy whitewalls, just boring Schwalbe Marathons. Not very colour co-ordinated I'm afraid.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 October, 2008, 10:29:09 pm
Rob S, are the pedals on that Colnago seekrit?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 11:33:56 pm
Yes...my pedal choice is classified. 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 28 October, 2008, 07:57:21 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 October, 2008, 10:29:09 pm
Rob S, are the pedals on that Colnago seekrit?
... and is that Merlot or Shiraz in them bottles?  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew w on 28 October, 2008, 12:05:29 pm
Quote from: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 11:33:56 pm
Yes...my pedal choice is classified. 8)

Would you rather walk than reveal what it is? Or perhaps you don't actually ride the bike, just wheel it around with you when you're out for a walk!  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 28 October, 2008, 01:40:17 pm
Quote from: eck on 28 October, 2008, 07:57:21 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 October, 2008, 10:29:09 pm
Rob S, are the pedals on that Colnago seekrit?
... and is that Merlot or Shiraz in them bottles?  :thumbsup:

It's Sainsbury's Classic Cola O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 28 October, 2008, 01:42:19 pm
Quote from: andrew w on 28 October, 2008, 12:05:29 pm
Quote from: Rob S on 27 October, 2008, 11:33:56 pm
Yes...my pedal choice is classified. 8)

Would you rather walk than reveal what it is? Or perhaps you don't actually ride the bike, just wheel it around with you when you're out for a walk!  ;D ;D ;D

No comment. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 30 October, 2008, 08:21:42 pm
"Titanio" received bits from my Ribble Audax and she's alive!  :thumbsup:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3282/2987633738_90d670a17f.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 31 October, 2008, 11:17:42 am
Not really a 'bike' I guess...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3224/2987112175_86b4454a63.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 31 October, 2008, 12:39:53 pm
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 31 October, 2008, 11:17:42 am
Not really a 'bike' I guess...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3224/2987112175_86b4454a63.jpg?v=0)

Does that thing sticking up out of the saddle not cause saddle sores? ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 31 October, 2008, 02:06:52 pm
I bet Shimano even has the unicycle groupset market sewn up!!! ::-) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 31 October, 2008, 02:43:30 pm
Quote from: alan on 31 October, 2008, 12:39:53 pm

Does that thing sticking up out of the saddle not cause saddle sores? ;)



It helps to stay in the saddle!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: simonp on 01 November, 2008, 02:23:13 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3250/2992032936_5f5ca16001.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
This is my wedding anniversary present from Mrs Mike - she's a good girl. 

Yes, it's clearly a mid-life crisis, not needed, impossible to justify and ordered before the bottom fell out of our clients' worlds (oops), but I've had it a month or so now and am just stunned by it every time I ride it. 

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)


I'm a very lucky chap.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 01 November, 2008, 11:09:10 pm
Serotta?

Very nice, Mike  :)

Enjoy!

Quote from: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
not needed

I'm sure if this was an issue it would have reared its head several bikes ago  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 01 November, 2008, 11:17:43 pm
Quote from: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
This is my wedding anniversary present from Mrs Mike - she's a good girl. 

Yes, it's clearly a mid-life crisis, not needed, impossible to justify and ordered before the bottom fell out of our clients' worlds (oops), but I've had it a month or so now and am just stunned by it every time I ride it. 

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0560.jpg)

I'm a very lucky chap.



 Mike if you stockpile any more Titanium we will have to start calling you the Terminator. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 02 November, 2008, 09:12:18 am
Ooh... Simon's got a Pomp  :thumbsup:.

Who's up for a Pompino rally up La Col du Barkway?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 November, 2008, 10:14:03 am
Quote from: Chris S on 02 November, 2008, 09:12:18 am
Ooh... Simon's got a Pomp  :thumbsup:.

Who's up for a Pompino rally up La Col du Barkway?

:D  I'm in!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 02 November, 2008, 04:24:07 pm
I've just got another one. I'm already fed up with cleaning the mud off it.

(http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll155/Mister_Penguin/RIMG0012.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr_brooks on 02 November, 2008, 07:31:00 pm
Quote from: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
This is my wedding anniversary present from Mrs Mike - she's a good girl. 

Yes, it's clearly a mid-life crisis, not needed, impossible to justify and ordered before the bottom fell out of our clients' worlds (oops), but I've had it a month or so now and am just stunned by it every time I ride it. 

I'm a very lucky chap.


You are indeed - that looks gorgeous.

Did the Serotta fitting make many changes to your riding position, and if so, what do you think of them?

And Happy Anniversary too!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: simonp on 02 November, 2008, 11:22:34 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 November, 2008, 10:14:03 am
Quote from: Chris S on 02 November, 2008, 09:12:18 am
Ooh... Simon's got a Pomp  :thumbsup:.

Who's up for a Pompino rally up La Col du Barkway?

:D  I'm in!!

OK, when?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 November, 2008, 08:00:27 am
Quote from: mr_brooks on 02 November, 2008, 07:31:00 pm

Did the Serotta fitting make many changes to your riding position, and if so, what do you think of them?

And Happy Anniversary too!!

thanks!

they (cyclefit in London) did to me what I've heard them do to other people who arent whippet-like racers; raised the hands slightly.  They also dropped my saddle a bit and moved my pedals out about 2mm per side (by using a washer on the pedal thread).

I wasnt sure about the raising of the front, so asked them to leave the steerer tube 20mm 'too long' so I can play with spacers if I think it's too high, but having spent a month in their position I think they've got it spot on.  On the bike I had before, the tops were 20-30mm lower and although I was OK using the tops (but my back would sometimes get a bit sore on longer rides), I never ever used the drops.  Now I'm incredibly comfy on the tops and am quite happy on the drops into a headwind or when I'm in a hurry.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 03 November, 2008, 08:14:04 am
Very nice Mike. Very, very nice.  :P

(If only the sadlle wasn't...  ::-))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 03 November, 2008, 08:33:44 am
Quote from: mike on 03 November, 2008, 08:00:27 am
Quote from: mr_brooks on 02 November, 2008, 07:31:00 pm

Did the Serotta fitting make many changes to your riding position, and if so, what do you think of them?

And Happy Anniversary too!!

thanks!

they (cyclefit in London) did to me what I've heard them do to other people who arent whippet-like racers; raised the hands slightly.  They also dropped my saddle a bit and moved my pedals out about 2mm per side (by using a washer on the pedal thread).

I wasnt sure about the raising of the front, so asked them to leave the steerer tube 20mm 'too long' so I can play with spacers if I think it's too high, but having spent a month in their position I think they've got it spot on.  On the bike I had before, the tops were 20-30mm lower and although I was OK using the tops (but my back would sometimes get a bit sore on longer rides), I never ever used the drops.  Now I'm incredibly comfy on the tops and am quite happy on the drops into a headwind or when I'm in a hurry.



I'm interested to see the pedal washer bit. Campag cranks seem to come with dire warnings against doing such things. Are cyclefit confident about this, or are you using some different cranks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 November, 2008, 08:35:38 am
Quote from: Giropaul on 03 November, 2008, 08:33:44 am
I'm interested to see the pedal washer bit. Campag cranks seem to come with dire warnings against doing such things. Are cyclefit confident about this, or are you using some different cranks?

I wasnt sure either, but they reassured me they'd been doing it for ages for 'larger riders' (the cheeky monkey).  Bog standard campag cranks, normal shimano road pedals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 03 November, 2008, 08:40:37 am
Which Serotta model is it Mike? I was being curious about their frames but can't seem to find it on the Cyclefit website (full Ti?).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 November, 2008, 08:47:38 am
it's the legend, but with Ti seat stays rather than carbon.  I tried the carbon one and it *was* lovely but I wanted something I wouldnt have to worry about for 20 years.   

They've sized the tubes so it's quite a stiff back end even though it's Ti not carbon, so it feels exactly the same to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 03 November, 2008, 08:49:08 am
Thanks. Wow, so it's fully custom too... Bravo Mrs Mike!

Mike, keep supporting the horse...   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 03 November, 2008, 08:52:21 am
My new addition:

(http://philfoxton.dyndns.org/ridley1.jpg)

(http://philfoxton.dyndns.org/ridley2.jpg)

Rode it on Saturday on the (mostly) flat wolds ride with Martin, Dean and Alan, fantastic bike, well worth the money I paid for it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 November, 2008, 09:56:33 pm
That looks very very nice.  I like the colours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 03 November, 2008, 10:14:51 pm
Quote from: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

That is absolutely gorgeous, Mike. I'm jealous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 November, 2008, 07:55:55 am
Quote from: JT on 03 November, 2008, 10:14:51 pm
Quote from: mike on 01 November, 2008, 10:45:33 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

That is absolutely gorgeous, Mike. I'm jealous.


Can I join the queue and admit that I am too?!

I need to find  a way to break the news to Mrs F; not that it'll work for me though...  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 04 November, 2008, 09:39:54 am
I like the handlebars are aligned with the top tube.

That's a nice big garden you got there Mike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 November, 2008, 09:42:30 am
All that horizontal - how a bike should be!

tiermat - that's a lovely new ride.  Hope you have many happy miles together ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 04 November, 2008, 10:16:30 am
Thanks Grub and Clarion, I love it, it has done 80+ miles now and making me feel like I made the riight decision.

The colour scheme is a lot more subtle than the last road bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 04 November, 2008, 08:29:46 pm
Kaff by Night
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3211/3002657555_de769e3a0a.jpg?v=0)

And coming in the next cc...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3144/3000523844_c973f211f5.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 November, 2008, 09:13:30 am
Atmospheric! 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 05 November, 2008, 11:50:40 am
I recon he's photoshopped out the wall he's leaning on though.. Either that or he's holding back a Stephen King style Fog.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 November, 2008, 11:54:47 am
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

I think that looks just about perfect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 November, 2008, 11:54:47 am
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

I think that looks just about perfect.


But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 04:53:21 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D


If you're not careful, I shall tell Mrs Mike that you don;t like your new bike but were too embarassed to tell her, and that she sould send it back....  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 November, 2008, 05:18:24 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D

Single speed?! Arghhh... <sound of Frenchie choking>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 November, 2008, 05:57:58 am
Just warning you, that if Hope come up with the goods my rims will be changing from silver to black.  As this is a big difference, I will need to take a photo.

Advance notice - that is all this is - to whet your appetites or cause you to delete your account  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 November, 2008, 07:44:32 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 November, 2008, 05:18:24 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D

Single speed?! Arghhh... <sound of Frenchie choking>

With a flip flop hub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 06 November, 2008, 08:20:49 am
Quote from: Regulator on 06 November, 2008, 07:44:32 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 November, 2008, 05:18:24 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D

Single speed?! Arghhh... <sound of Frenchie choking>

With a flip flop hub.

Correction to tech. spec..

It's a fixed with a flipflop hub ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 November, 2008, 09:51:59 am
Quote from: alan on 06 November, 2008, 08:20:49 am
Quote from: Regulator on 06 November, 2008, 07:44:32 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 November, 2008, 05:18:24 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 November, 2008, 01:38:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm

But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

I saw you'd posted in the members bikes thread and thought it might be a picture of a singlespeed.. 

I guess we have to wait till christmas :D

Single speed?! Arghhh... <sound of Frenchie choking>

With a flip flop hub.

Correction to tech. spec..

It's a fixed with a flipflop hub ;)


Nah - for me it's definitely a singlespeed with a flip flop hub... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 November, 2008, 10:16:33 am
Quote from: Regulator on 05 November, 2008, 12:03:32 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 November, 2008, 11:54:47 am
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5D-0567.jpg)

I think that looks just about perfect.


But it's missing mudguards anna rack.....  ;)

Not to mention a kick stand and a bell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dAb on 06 November, 2008, 03:28:46 pm
(http://audax.easyforum.fr/users/56/49/55/album/pr/pilorg10_800x600.jpg)
The summer bike


(http://audax.easyforum.fr/users/56/49/55/album/pr/vk_a_c10_800x600.jpg)
The bent (and me)


(http://img244.imageshack.us/img244/6484/rb8001vf.jpg)
The winter bike


(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_wzZbvJ84iGM/SJbNsJc_MJI/AAAAAAAAAFE/49SgyWlRmCA/s800/15-L%27arriv%C3%A9e%20%C3%A0%20Montgeron.jpg)
Sur le vieux Charles (Riding the Old Charles)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 November, 2008, 03:40:44 pm
That is a wacky winter bike.  What is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 06 November, 2008, 04:36:57 pm
The winter bike made me think my eyes were going funny! What on earth, and why?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 06 November, 2008, 04:52:49 pm
It looks like a wooden frame but perhaps it is carbon fibre with a wood effect?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 November, 2008, 07:48:46 pm
The winter bike looks like a bent to me too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dAb on 07 November, 2008, 01:45:08 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 06 November, 2008, 04:52:49 pm
It looks like a wooden frame but perhaps it is carbon fibre with a wood effect?
You're the winner !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 02:55:21 pm
Strange curve on the seat tube...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:02:52 pm
Meet the new girl on the block...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/3009916833_23cde49b6a.jpg?v=0)


No slack chain here...


(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3286/3010751666_1a7c80a410.jpg?v=0)


Another Brooks to break in...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3184/3009913499_5bfba9e0ab.jpg?v=0)


Her horns...


(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/3009914503_71eeea8617.jpg?v=0)


All she needs now is a name.  I was thinking 'Kali' (which means black)... as in Kali, Slayer of Black Cabs   ;D

You may also have noticed that the frame doesn't bear the model name.  They've decided the Hanzo label looked a bit naff and they've done away with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 07 November, 2008, 04:10:06 pm
That's a nice looking fixed c/w flipflop hub ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:16:16 pm
Chain's a bit... Oh.  No, it isn't :D

Is that Brooks bar tape?  You leather queen!

But a pretty ride.  Hope it doesn't take long for that saddle to break you in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 07 November, 2008, 04:21:46 pm
Oh my. That is utterly gorgeous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 07 November, 2008, 04:24:15 pm
I particularly like the uncluttered background. Are you a professional photographer by any chance?


I always like photographing people with trees and posts coming out of their heads. Well, that's what seems to occur with seemingly little effort on my part.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 November, 2008, 04:25:38 pm
Really, really, really nice Regulator!

Great set-up.

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 07 November, 2008, 04:27:14 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:02:52 pm
Meet the new girl on the block...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3212/3009916833_23cde49b6a.jpg?v=0)


<snip>

You may also have noticed that the frame doesn't bear the model name.  They've decided the Hanzo label looked a bit naff and they've done away with it.

V nice. I actually asked, on the off-chance, for a frame without decals but it was a non-starter. I was pleased the Hanzo decal was missing but never thought to ask about it.

Did you specify black mudguards?

Here is one for the fixed aficionado's present ;)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3018/2794549138_73a1e69ae1.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/2794549138/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 07 November, 2008, 04:29:34 pm
What are the funny wee brown things on the ground by the back wheel?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:30:32 pm
Yes, it's Brooks leather bar tape (the photo's a little blurry).

And yes, I specified black mudguards.

And I know the backgrounds cluttered - not a lot of room on out little balcony...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:31:34 pm
Quote from: Ariadne on 07 November, 2008, 04:29:34 pm
What are the funny wee brown things on the ground by the back wheel?



They're ceramic water retaining beads from the plants that have been washed off the pots.  We sweep them up and repot them now and then...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 November, 2008, 04:32:57 pm
Thank you, I was just about to ask as I don't recall seeing any rabbits when I was there  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:33:01 pm
Oh.  I thought they were just little Brooks leather spoor ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 07 November, 2008, 04:36:51 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:30:32 pm
Yes, it's Brooks leather bar tape (the photo's a little blurry).

And yes, I specified black mudguards.

And I know the backgrounds cluttered - not a lot of room on out little balcony...

I did ask for black mudguards at the time of ordering. They accidentally sent out upgraded wheels (which at the time I placed my order, I was told were out of stock) and let me keep them so I didn't complain too much.

If we had timed this better, could have swapped my black brake callipers for your silver ones!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 07 November, 2008, 04:37:17 pm
Verrrrrrrrrrr nice Reg. Verrrrrrrrrrrrrr nice indeed.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:41:36 pm
Glad the Hanzo label has gone.  It was a bit out of keeping with the elegance of the Pearson graphics and frames.

btw, Pearson is my new lbs. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:42:28 pm
that's lovely!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:12 pm
Ooh, they're much prettier than the photos on the site suggest. I really really want one now.  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:26 pm
Quote from: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:42:28 pm
that's lovely!


And it's not Christmas yet....  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:45:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:26 pm
Quote from: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:42:28 pm
that's lovely!


And it's not Christmas yet....  :P

I'll check with Mrs Wow tomorrow if Santas been recently...

so are you bringing it up for the golden pootle tomorrow?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:46:14 pm
Quote from: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:45:41 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:26 pm
Quote from: mike on 07 November, 2008, 04:42:28 pm
that's lovely!


And it's not Christmas yet....  :P

I'll check with Mrs Wow tomorrow if Santas been recently...

so are you bringing it up for the golden pootle tomorrow?


Can't make the Golden Pootle I'm afraid...  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 07 November, 2008, 04:49:04 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:12 pm
Ooh, they're much prettier than the photos on the site suggest. I really really want one now.  :(

I must admit I was initially very impressed with the paint when I got mine out the box.
It's almost pearlescent.

When I next wash mine/ride it in sunshine I'll see if I can get some pictures that show what I'm on about.

Just a shame I managed a ruddy great long scratch along the top tube where upon I lent the bike against a post in the garden, although it appeared steadfast, it slid the moment my back was turned!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:51:16 pm
No mention of what she's like to ride, though...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 04:51:50 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:51:16 pm
No mention of what she's like to ride, though...


With a bit of luck I'll get out on her tomorrow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2008, 04:52:51 pm
You mean you didn't ride her back from Sutton?  Disappointment :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 November, 2008, 05:46:02 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 07 November, 2008, 04:24:15 pm
I particularly like the uncluttered background. Are you a professional photographer by any chance?


It's certainly a lovely romantic looking spot to sit out of an evening, just the 2 of you, the Sangria and the whiff of compost.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 05:55:37 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 November, 2008, 05:46:02 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 07 November, 2008, 04:24:15 pm
I particularly like the uncluttered background. Are you a professional photographer by any chance?


It's certainly a lovely romantic looking spot to sit out of an evening, just the 2 of you, the Sangria and the whiff of compost.


Oi!  I haven't had much time in the last few weekends to tidy up the balcony.  That's timetabled in for this Sunday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 November, 2008, 06:02:02 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 07 November, 2008, 04:44:12 pm
Ooh, they're much prettier than the photos on the site suggest. I really really want one now.  :(

They really could improve the photos on the site.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 07 November, 2008, 06:10:11 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 05:55:37 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 November, 2008, 05:46:02 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 07 November, 2008, 04:24:15 pm
I particularly like the uncluttered background. Are you a professional photographer by any chance?


It's certainly a lovely romantic looking spot to sit out of an evening, just the 2 of you, the Sangria and the whiff of compost.


Oi!  I haven't had much time in the last few weekends to tidy up the balcony.  That's timetabled in for this Sunday.

You'd better get your garden furniture better colour co-ordinated before GruB sees it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 November, 2008, 06:19:22 pm
That is well nice Reg, you're obviously a man of wealth and taste! Happy riding...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 07 November, 2008, 09:49:12 pm
Very nice Reg  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 November, 2008, 11:22:04 pm
Everyone has been outdone, for ever! Nice collection.

[edit] the road to n+∞! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 07 November, 2008, 11:31:46 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D


Nobody likes a smart-arse!  >:(



 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 November, 2008, 11:32:57 pm
I've been in bike shops that have had less bikes than that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 07 November, 2008, 11:47:49 pm
I cound 15  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:49:57 pm
Yeah, some are against the other wall...

:-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chris on 08 November, 2008, 07:27:12 am
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 07 November, 2008, 11:22:04 pm
Everyone has been outdone, for ever! Nice collection.

[edit] the road to n+∞! ;)

Really? How about the road to n+∞+1?

(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p23/chris415700/acfpics/PC310008a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 08 November, 2008, 07:55:26 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D

Awesome  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 08 November, 2008, 08:16:01 am
I'm going to save that picture and tell my family that "everyone else" has lots more bikes than me...

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 08 November, 2008, 11:02:38 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D

I thought it was Pam and Dave Pilbeam's garage for a second
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 08 November, 2008, 11:11:06 am
My latest. Sort of evolved to this, had to do something useful to it after unable to sell it. Dismally failed to attract any interest on th'bay as a rigid "mtb" at 150 quid despite 300 quids worth of wheels and rubber. Probably because no idea WHAT the frame is - whatever, it is steel and very nice and VERY light!
So, x1.9" Conti Double Fighters and 'grds (P-clip rear, it was an XC race frame with Ritchey d'outs).
Rather glad it didn't sell!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Nov8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 08 November, 2008, 11:50:51 am
I'll have to come out of the closet ... pic was taken in Jan 04 when "stock" was at 16 ... now down to about 12 I think - I'll get a new pic later, whilst it's sunny here.

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo10/robgul/bikes/Garage2-2Jan04.jpg)

... if you can't count 16, that's because 1 is on a turbo in my office, 1 is folder and a couple are in bits (there's a red frame glinting on the far left)

This was pre-trike ... which takes up a bit of space on the floor

... and the workshop/tools area

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo10/robgul/bikes/DSCF0021.jpg)

[All this is in a 2/3rds size garage - the back wall was put in to form a store-room in the house ... for all the other bike stuff  8) ]

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 08 November, 2008, 12:03:31 pm
And it's ....so NEAT! My workshop is on the floor...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 08 November, 2008, 12:09:04 pm
Hmm. I think I am strange. My garage has a car in it. And 11 bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 08 November, 2008, 12:11:42 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 08 November, 2008, 12:03:31 pm
And it's ....so NEAT! My workshop is on the floor...

I just noticed, that's an old picture - it's now EVEN NEATER with a few additional tools  :thumbsup:

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 08 November, 2008, 12:45:02 pm
Pah....that's all I've got to say.....

Must 'fess I look at the garage (and the conservatory) and am actually quite surprised that the bikes that emerge are reasonably tidy! Bit like the daughter....used to emerge looking immaculate from a heap of jumble all over the floor of her room...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 08 November, 2008, 01:18:12 pm
Bah!  I wish it would stop raining....  >:(


I want to take Kali out now that she's been fine fettled.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 08 November, 2008, 02:08:25 pm
Nice regulator, very nice, although I'm not a Brooks/horn fan. But they look very nice here. So, what gear and how fast?!  :P This is what really matters... Ah, and are you coming on our fixed gear jolly in late January? I hope so!! You've got two months to train, that's plenty of time! And it ain't hilly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 November, 2008, 02:39:59 pm
Afraid this is all I can muster  :-\   ;)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3158/3012141113_83e7c0d13a.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 08 November, 2008, 02:51:51 pm
You want bikes in VOLUME ....

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo10/robgul/bikes/IMG_0251.jpg)

.. admittedly this guy was renting them out - he had just over 2,000 Schwinn Cruisers with cow-horn bars, back-pedal brake and fat sand tyres (at Hilton Head in South Carolina) ... absolutely awful to ride unless you were on the beach.

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ivo on 08 November, 2008, 06:19:27 pm
Quote from: LEE on 08 November, 2008, 11:02:38 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D

I thought it was Pam and Dave Pilbeam's garage for a second

I don't see any cardboard boxes ;) So it can't be the Pilbeam's garage :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:14:56 pm
One hopes that Madame will be most circumspect and discreet about the location of the SEEKRIT BUNKER.

Or at least make sure its got a great big **** OFF! lock on it to prevent the local scrotes from making off with one's velocipedes.

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:18:54 pm
Sadly I can only manage to reprise this from the early 'summer'

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various077.jpg)

Working to reduce n+1 into something manageable.

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: john28july on 09 November, 2008, 10:00:38 am
Quote from: robgul on 08 November, 2008, 11:50:51 am
I'll have to come out of the closet ... pic was taken in Jan 04 when "stock" was at 16 ... now down to about 12 I think - I'll get a new pic later, whilst it's sunny here.

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo10/robgul/bikes/Garage2-2Jan04.jpg)

... if you can't count 16, that's because 1 is on a turbo in my office, 1 is folder and a couple are in bits (there's a red frame glinting on the far left)

This was pre-trike ... which takes up a bit of space on the floor

... and the workshop/tools area

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo10/robgul/bikes/DSCF0021.jpg)

[All this is in a 2/3rds size garage - the back wall was put in to form a store-room in the house ... for all the other bike stuff  8) ]

Rob

Hello and thank you! Why a thank you? Well my wife has been shown all these pictures and this was the one that saw defeat! She now realizes that I am not alone!!!!!
John.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 November, 2008, 03:52:44 pm
We have a garden full ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 09 November, 2008, 05:26:23 pm
I don't have a garden or garage  :'(
I guess I'm the only one that have 5 bikes in my living room.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mecwales on 09 November, 2008, 06:48:37 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:18:54 pm
Sadly I can only manage to reprise this from the early 'summer'

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various077.jpg)

Working to reduce n+1 into something manageable.

luv'n'stuff

J

What's the red MTB? (To the left of the spiky pot plant...) They look like some very old school rockshox on the front! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 09 November, 2008, 07:56:27 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 07 November, 2008, 11:19:34 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Rear%20light%20tests/PB070428.jpg)

:D

I've still got more than you  :P  though I am too paranoid by far to post a photo of them in situ...  I do use the same wall-hangers, though!  Delta Leonardo if I'm not mistaken.


(mind you, I think some of yours are in better condition than some of mine)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 09 November, 2008, 10:57:05 pm
Quote from: mecwales on 09 November, 2008, 06:48:37 pm

What's the red MTB? (To the left of the spiky pot plant...) They look like some very old school rockshox on the front! :thumbsup:

This one?

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various064.jpg)

The one with the extremely rare Halson Inversion fork?

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various066.jpg)

That's the wife's . . .

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 November, 2008, 09:26:37 am
Quote from: Gus on 09 November, 2008, 05:26:23 pm
I don't have a garden or garage  :'(
I guess I'm the only one that have 5 bikes in my living room.  ;D ;D

Well, we do have two (and a frame/forks) in the dining room, and two in the kitchen...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 10 November, 2008, 11:15:59 am
The collection at Chez C:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/November08032-1.jpg)
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/November08031.jpg)
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/November08033.jpg)

Actually, there are a couple missing. I shall have to go and find out where they are....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 11 November, 2008, 02:35:00 pm
Fitted some new forks.   :thumbsup:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3043/3022355344_0a9025e818.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 11 November, 2008, 03:46:37 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:14:56 pm
One hopes that Madame will be most circumspect and discreet about the location of the SEEKRIT BUNKER.

Or at least make sure its got a great big **** OFF! lock on it to prevent the local scrotes from making off with one's velocipedes.

luv'n'stuff

J

Madame has a variety of security measures, both visible and non-visible to prevent the aforementioned scrotes gaining possession of our bicycles.  The location of the SEEKRIT BUNKER is known only to a select number of initiates and rest assured, we have Much In-Sewer-Ants.

I'm also considering a dirty great big length of chain to run through all the bike frames in order to secure them to the wall.

What we don't have is a shadow board for our tools.  I think all good workshops need a shadow-board.  That may have to be one of this winter's little projects  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 11 November, 2008, 04:12:33 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 11 November, 2008, 03:46:37 pm
I'm also considering a dirty great big length of chain to run through all the bike frames in order to secure them to the wall.

Nah, you want to go the high tech route, webcam and GSM phone module, it records any moving images, and emails the jpegs to you.  Of course you may just get a lot of footage of the local rats. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 11 November, 2008, 04:14:18 pm
Quote from: Gus on 09 November, 2008, 05:26:23 pm
I don't have a garden or garage  :'(
I guess I'm the only one that have 5 bikes in my living room.  ;D ;D

I have four bikes in my living room/bedroom (they are one and the same). Two are Rob's and he is supposed to be taking the less-used one to live at his mum's...so far no sign of this. Ho hum.

I have a garden but it's not secure enough for my liking so they stay inside with me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 11 November, 2008, 07:11:29 pm
Tonight we were messing about with lights...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3234/3022979244_07314ab334.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3035/3022981798_2ced2fe421.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3237/3022984928_0944c1b357.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 November, 2008, 07:38:23 pm
Nope, can't see the dolphins in that last one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 12 November, 2008, 01:05:56 pm
Quote from: Luke on 11 November, 2008, 02:35:00 pm
Fitted some new forks.   :thumbsup:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3043/3022355344_0a9025e818.jpg)

What forks did you go for? I've got Rockshox Toras on my Inbred which are OK but don't give the sharp handling that I had with rigid forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 12 November, 2008, 01:18:54 pm
Quote from: Luke on 11 November, 2008, 02:35:00 pm
Fitted some new forks.   :thumbsup:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3043/3022355344_0a9025e818.jpg)

Errr... the forks are supposed to be fitted to front of the bike and are normally made of metal...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 12 November, 2008, 02:44:26 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 12 November, 2008, 01:05:56 pm
What forks did you go for? I've got Rockshox Toras on my Inbred which are OK but don't give the sharp handling that I had with rigid forks.

They're these (http://www.carboncycles.cc/?s=0&t=2&c=43&p=198&). So far so good. The loss of the suspension doesn't seem to have held me back over the weekend, but that was fairly tame terrain.

Quote from: Regulator on 12 November, 2008, 01:18:54 pm
Errr... the forks are supposed to be fitted to front of the bike and are normally made of metal...  ;)

Really? No wonder it took so long to get the star nut in...  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 14 November, 2008, 04:27:01 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:18:54 pm
Sadly I can only manage to reprise this from the early 'summer'

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various077.jpg)

Working to reduce n+1 into something manageable.

luv'n'stuff

J


How do you fit them all in that shed  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 November, 2008, 04:45:45 pm
I must post my photo of nutty's shed as an example if space usage...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 November, 2008, 08:32:22 pm
They fit in here.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/2005_0906Whitehaven20050078.jpg)

J

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 16 November, 2008, 11:04:04 am
my 'new' MTB

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/3034627786_9794ea9805.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3294/3034657068_341a618252.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3195/3033819261_ab2e51c6d7.jpg)

I was given the frame - it has a big dent in the top tube. I bought the chainset and the rear mech, the rest of the bits I had lying around from previous bikes (I even found my old Girvan flexstem)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 16 November, 2008, 11:59:29 pm
 Windy I saw that in recently uploaded and thought it would be along here soon  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: groucho on 19 November, 2008, 11:42:02 am
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w185/groucho55/Venice/P1000060.jpg)

I saw this and thought of you lot! Seen at an exhibition, in Venice, of young designers' work from Singapore.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 19 November, 2008, 12:06:21 pm
Quote from: groucho on 19 November, 2008, 11:42:02 am
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w185/groucho55/Venice/P1000060.jpg)

I saw this and thought of you lot! Seen at an exhibition, in Venice, of young designers' work from Singapore.

i really want to ride one of those!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: groucho on 19 November, 2008, 12:12:05 pm
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w185/groucho55/Venice/P1000059.jpg)

From other direction! The stool was fixed as well and could not be moved to aid composition!

The exhibition was bizarre. On entering all you could hear was a constant chatter/babble but nobody else was in the hall. As you stood under the lampshade 'thingeys' you heard a commentary, on the designs in front you, by the designer. Move away and it was all chatter.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 19 November, 2008, 04:54:04 pm
Quote from: Jacomus-rides-Gen on 19 November, 2008, 12:06:21 pm
Quote from: groucho on 19 November, 2008, 11:42:02 am
(http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w185/groucho55/Venice/P1000060.jpg)

I saw this and thought of you lot! Seen at an exhibition, in Venice, of young designers' work from Singapore.

i really want to ride one of those!

If you like that, check out the work of Olli Erkilla (http://www.ollierkkila.com/). The bikes he makes from nothing more than scrap metal and old beaters are works of art and mechanical ingenuity.

My favourites are the Ligne Noire Chopper (http://www.ollierkkila.com/Site/?page_id=4&album=3&gallery=73), the Vintage Track Peugot (http://www.ollierkkila.com/Site/?page_id=4&album=3&gallery=88) (looks like a rusty old beater, but look at those homemade wheels in the last photo and the cutout in the seat tube), and the mono forked Fixed Mono Rog (http://www.ollierkkila.com/Site/?page_id=4&album=3&gallery=85). He created and built this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qiR7E3dpjk) too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr magnolia on 19 November, 2008, 08:45:28 pm
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c204/mrmagnolia/donaldsbike.jpg)

My first brand new bike (there was another thread at one time, wasn't there?)

Fantastic - Suntour ratchet shifters (just before click-shift was born) and some wheels and stuff.

From Freewheel in London Town.  It was sacrificed in about 1986 to some arse who lifted it, complete with lock and raincover, over a 5ft brick wall.  I saw another one on the back of a car in the Esso PFS at Canonmills here in Embra a few years ago and had to restrain myself from trying to rip it off the rack!

Still using the panniers...

oh - do you like the little rubber band driven mileometer?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 19 November, 2008, 08:57:48 pm
Ah Revell!!!!

Brings back memories of avidly thumbing throught the expensive freewheel catalogue, saving up some pennies and sending off for one of those shitty bronze suntour freewheels to fit on my gaspipe 'Rotary' bike (bought off an advert in the Guardian from a warehouse in Manchester)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CathH on 21 November, 2008, 08:22:50 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 08 November, 2008, 08:18:54 pm
Sadly I can only manage to reprise this from the early 'summer'

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various077.jpg)

Working to reduce n+1 into something manageable.

luv'n'stuff

J

I love this picture, what a joyful looking herd of bicycles!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 November, 2008, 01:11:14 am
Quote from: Cath H on 21 November, 2008, 08:22:50 pm

I love this picture, what a joyful looking herd of bicycles!

 :-*  :-*  :-*

Thanks Cath.

I want you to know that they are all treated nicely and get to live in a clean dry shed. None of them are abused and all get regular upgrades. Most have an extremely happy life.

I even rode one of them to work today.

luv'n'stuff

John
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velocitizen on 22 November, 2008, 09:34:06 pm
Tonight i am finishing and making room for one more...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3068/3051241760_669ff0de64.jpg)
MB Dronfield, 531 frame and forks, Shimano 600 running gear.
Frame, forks and running gear were a gift from 'spudgun' on retrobike :thumbsup:, wheels, Bianchi saddle and seat-post from my brother (Cheers Math.)
Just need a knobbly tyre for the rear.
Looking forward to a spin along the Trent tomorrow to try it out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 November, 2008, 10:03:21 pm
Ooh - an MB!  Not seem them very often since I left Sheffield.  One of the best kept secrets in the country (just behind Edisons of Clowne ;) ).

Classy bike. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 23 November, 2008, 05:47:23 pm
Eck,
You were right.  Not quite the same in green.  :-[

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020232.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 23 November, 2008, 09:34:11 pm
Grub, a simple change of bar tape and you are in business.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 24 November, 2008, 03:51:49 pm
Quote from: nic on 23 November, 2008, 09:34:11 pm
Grub, a simple change of bar tapetrampolene and you are in business.  ;)

FTFY
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 27 November, 2008, 12:38:05 pm

Finally I got my winter commuter/touring bike finished

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/fortid017-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 27 November, 2008, 12:47:45 pm
Cool bike, Gus!  :)
Is that an XTC frameset?
And how did you get the chainset to match?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 27 November, 2008, 01:08:06 pm

It's a Thorn Raven Sport Tour frame equipped with Rohloff and a Middleburn RS7 DH-Slalom Crankset + a Tubus rack and Nitto randonneur handlebar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 27 November, 2008, 04:08:09 pm
Wow! Really like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 27 November, 2008, 04:56:52 pm
Gods, that's a classy winter bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 27 November, 2008, 07:38:44 pm
chains a bit slack


It is very nice though ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 28 November, 2008, 10:19:58 am
Thats a sexy little bike! What tyres is it running?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 28 November, 2008, 10:58:24 am
Continental "Top Contact" 26 x 1,9, wanted to try Schwalbe "Marathon Supreme" but they were
out of stock.
I'll try to write a review in a couple of months.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 28 November, 2008, 03:07:45 pm
Quote from: Gus on 27 November, 2008, 01:08:06 pm

It's a Thorn Raven Sport Tour frame equipped with Rohloff and a Middleburn RS7 DH-Slalom Crankset + a Tubus rack and Nitto randonneur handlebar.

Gus, jäkligt fin vintercykel!  :thumbsup:
Bet you have some longer trips in mind for next year though...?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 November, 2008, 03:16:57 pm
Quote from: Gus on 27 November, 2008, 12:38:05 pm

Finally I got my winter commuter/touring bike finished

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/fortid017-2.jpg)

Nice.  I thought the Sport Tour had a shorter wheelbase but that looks very long. Perfect (but expensive) winter bike.  Just oil the chain every now and again.  Cleaning & Servicing a hub-geared bike is something you can do in Summer.

You may like to try the Tektro Brake Levers rather than the Dia-compe.
The Tektro are half the price and twice the quality.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 November, 2008, 04:06:51 pm
Is it?  It looks rather like a King of Mercia to me...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 28 November, 2008, 04:09:13 pm
Whatever it is I would call it..
very classy :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 November, 2008, 04:12:04 pm
Oh yes - it is a classic masterpiece, and I hope that Mr Pither has thousands of happy miles on it. :D

I love the barberpole - and someone cleverer than me (or better with Google) would be able to date it from that Reynolds sticker.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 28 November, 2008, 04:39:24 pm
I was going to suggest it's relatively new going on the Reynolds decal. I couldn't see it was 631 but it is the same shape and design as my 2007 631 decal on my Hewitt. I don;t like the gothic lugs much nor the over fancy paint on Mercians but it's a Mercian so it'll be a good frame.  :thumbsup: for canti studs, some wide profile vintage Deore cantis  are required.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 November, 2008, 04:41:28 pm
OK - you're right.  I thought the KoM had a fancy-lug model, and that the VS didn't have the braze-ons, but hey - it's been maybe twenty years since I was in Mercians, so what do I know? ;D

Brilliant - a stylish frame with all the braze ons for touring/audax/commuting.  Class. :D

Quote from: MSeries on 28 November, 2008, 04:39:24 pm
I was going to suggest it's relatively new going on the Reynolds decal. I couldn't see it was 631 but it is the same shape and design as my 2007 631 decal on my Hewitt. I don;t like the gothic lugs much nor the over fancy paint on Mercians but it's a Mercian so it'll be a good frame.  :thumbsup: for canti studs, some wide profile vintage Deore cantis  are required.

Yeah - I could see it was a sticker I wasn't familiar with, soI guessed it was pretty recent, despite the classic look of the paintjob.  Sure, that's not what I'd go for, and I'm a bit more of a Nervex guy wrt the lugs, but it looks splendid as a piece.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 November, 2008, 08:01:09 pm
No!  Go with the lovely canti thing! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 November, 2008, 03:35:49 pm
Do they all have horizontal dropouts?  On a derailleur bike I think vertical are better from a wheel pull-over/paint scraping point of view.  Harder to build though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 02 December, 2008, 02:11:14 pm
Some recent additions to the fleet:

Tandem:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3247/3076643563_2021c4a9c2.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/3076643563/)

My uber commuter:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/3077487554_5a5895a21c.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/3077487554/)

And a close up of the top tube sticker, courtesy of GBH Custom Hacks (slightly not work safe):
(click to show/hide)

And lastly, something for Maffie that needs some TLC:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3248/3077481564_366a45e2e7.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/3077481564/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 05 December, 2008, 12:29:50 pm
Planet X Superlight team:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3160/3083888737_f34a2ccea7_o.jpg)
Very light, very fast, very confined to the garage until summer.  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 December, 2008, 12:38:29 pm
Very blue, very pretty, very good ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bottlemasher on 06 December, 2008, 02:50:21 pm
Dunc of this parish kindly sold me the front and rear mechs also the
ergo levers needed for the bike which I'm getting ready for my son
for Xmas.
Mike Burrows is putting it together in his workshop
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg8/bottlemasher/DSCF2312.jpg)
The bike is a mixture of Shimano and Campy
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg8/bottlemasher/DSCF2306.jpg)
(http://s244.photobucket.com/albums/gg8/bottlemasher/DSCF2315.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RogerT on 06 December, 2008, 02:57:30 pm
Is it me or is there a striking resemblance between the planet X fame and the Ribble one ?  ( runs and hides )

PS I have a Ribble Winter frame that I built up last Summer, and very good it is to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 06 December, 2008, 03:01:19 pm
Wow! Does this kid have any idea how lucky he is?

A real race rfor crimbo - built by Mike Burrows.

Where's the 'jealousy' smiley when you want one?

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 06 December, 2008, 04:26:40 pm
Mr. Burrows is certainly well tooled up.He seems to have  almost as many bikes in there as there are in the seekrit bunker ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 06 December, 2008, 07:24:43 pm
Quote from: alan on 06 December, 2008, 04:26:40 pm
Mr. Burrows is certainly well tooled up.He seems to have  almost as many bikes in there as there are in the seekrit bunker ;D

Above where BM is taking the pics there are more, lots more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 December, 2008, 07:31:48 pm
Wow, you lucky name dropper you.

I love those rims.  What are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bottlemasher on 06 December, 2008, 07:44:37 pm
Hey Rich
remember this

(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg8/bottlemasher/DSCF0311.jpg)

Spot the yacf bods


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 09 December, 2008, 04:30:10 am
Short version: I figured that the best way to reduce the parts pile was to turn it into rideable bikes. So:

1) After seeing a trials competition, (http://www.flickr.com/photos/certhia/sets/72157608151208378/) I thought it would be fun try trials riding, but wanted something with a seat so I could ride trails on it, too:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3061/3056940008_dea9cf6543.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/certhia/3056940008/in/set-72157609932900539/)
[click for more]

Blather about it here (http://landscapecycling.blogspot.com/2008/11/basement-bike-project-1-woodstrials.html).

2) I still wanted a light, fat-tired road bike. In the meantime, there's this:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3230/3079789523_4d785c0dfa.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/certhia/3079789523/in/set-72157610687264638/)
[click for more]

Blather about it here (http://landscapecycling.blogspot.com/2008/12/basement-bike-project-2-mixed-terrain.html).


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 09 December, 2008, 09:13:40 am
That Schwinn is lovely!  Good work, Scott.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 09 December, 2008, 03:30:46 pm
Thanks! It's a lot of fun to ride. It'll just need a few more tweaks...(famous last words)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 10 December, 2008, 12:20:04 pm
Mmmm, Hope-y goodness...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3036/3095848839_00065b5106.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3095848839/)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3271/3096690956_978348958f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3096690956/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 10 December, 2008, 02:20:26 pm
N+1 arrived today

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Dahon.jpg?t=1228918750)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 December, 2008, 02:22:13 pm
Now get out & ride! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 10 December, 2008, 02:47:50 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 December, 2008, 02:22:13 pm
Now get out & ride! :)

I wish
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 15 December, 2008, 09:13:33 am

I've just been told  by a couple of friends/colleges  that they have a Christmas present for me.
They ran out of space and build this for me with spare parts.

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/IMG_0454lille.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 15 December, 2008, 09:27:34 am
feck me you lucky sod :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 15 December, 2008, 09:29:32 am
Single speed, single brake, jump bike with hub dynamo? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 December, 2008, 09:32:46 am
That's mad that is. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ABlipInContinuity on 15 December, 2008, 09:51:08 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 December, 2008, 09:32:46 am
That's mad that is. :thumbsup:

Exactly what I thought.

What do you do with it? Can we have some youtube videos please Gus  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 15 December, 2008, 11:19:01 am
Night BMX, of course! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 15 December, 2008, 07:31:47 pm
here is the new commuter- I will use it over this winter and see how it copes before deciding whether or not to go fixed on Stig next year-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/101_0892.jpg)

Ridgeback Voyage, Reynolds 520 frame and steel fork. Shimano Sora/ Deore/ Alvio mix for an 8 speed triple drivetrain, Alex rims ACE 19 rims with Continental Contact 700 X 32 tyres, Tektro canti brakes and crosstop levers, Blackburn rear rack and pump. I've fitted Shimano M324 combi pedals, Exposure Endura Turbo light and a little sadlle pack for the faerie visits. So far, a delightful ride :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 December, 2008, 09:39:08 pm
Oh, how very SENSIBLE Mr Fuzzy  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 15 December, 2008, 10:45:08 pm
Quote from: GruB on 15 December, 2008, 09:39:08 pm
Oh, how very SENSIBLE Mr Fuzzy  ;D

I know. I should hang my head in shame ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 17 December, 2008, 09:48:07 pm
Say hello to Mrs eck and Trixie, the Trek  8)
Small but beautifully proportioned, both of them  :-*
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3169/3116880980_0e2cf886f2.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3255/3116054187_bec4c817ea.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: valkyrie on 17 December, 2008, 09:56:28 pm
I think you got a cracking deal there Eck, the wife bike looks fantastic. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 17 December, 2008, 10:15:05 pm
Oooh, it's gorgeous!! Can't wait to see it for real.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 December, 2008, 10:20:50 pm
Mrs eck looks very happy, and that's by far the most important thing here :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 17 December, 2008, 11:09:33 pm
Aw, clarion, that's a lovely thing to say, and so true. Thank you so much, from both of us.  :)  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 18 December, 2008, 09:29:15 am
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3174/2707356956_0d5d586d65.jpg)
Mine's the yellow one, missus' one is brown.

Mine mainly gets used for commuting. I only do a few miles each way, so helps with fitness, plus it's great fun to ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 December, 2008, 09:47:36 am
Quote from: eck on 17 December, 2008, 11:09:33 pm
Aw, clarion, that's a lovely thing to say, and so true. Thank you so much, from both of us.  :)  :-*

Any plans to strip it down and give it a good servicing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 18 December, 2008, 11:09:53 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 18 December, 2008, 09:29:15 am
Mine's the yellow one, missus' one is brown.

Mine mainly gets used for commuting. I only do a few miles each way, so helps with fitness, plus it's great fun to ride.

I love those bikes!  I expect that the kids much prefer riding in those than in a car...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 18 December, 2008, 02:40:10 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 18 December, 2008, 11:09:53 am
I love those bikes!  I expect that the kids much prefer riding in those than in a car...

Yeah--I was just idly thinking about going car-free while driving (due to a stupid rib muscle that I pulled by coughing) on the way to work yesterday, and thought a bakfiets would be perfect for most around-town trips.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 December, 2008, 10:21:22 pm
DrMekon, two bakfiets in the family must make the cooooolest fleet! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 18 December, 2008, 11:37:00 pm
Quote from: Gus on 09 November, 2008, 05:26:23 pm
I don't have a garden or garage  :'(
I guess I'm the only one that have 5 bikes in my living room.  ;D ;D
Nope.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 21 December, 2008, 02:56:24 pm
Thanks -  we just have one kid, but he and his friends seem to love it.

My missus can't drive, but we're not quite car free. We sold our car after we'd had the brown one (Fietsfabriek 995) for a while, and hadn't used the car is about 4 months, but we got given another car by her parents. The car only gets used for trips to see them, or if we're ill. In the last week, we've all had flu, so we've used in a few times on local trips, which we wouldn't do normally.. We got the second one (Bakfiets.nl Cargobike) in case we have another child and need to share the school run, but mainly because it came up on ebay at an amazing price. It's nicer than my Kona Kileaua for commuting.

If anyone fancies a go... it can handle nearly 20st in the front. This is a postdoc who didn't mind being ferried around Cambridge when he came to do a seminar.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3183/2942448688_7083dd81da.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 22 December, 2008, 04:26:08 pm
my newly hubbed-geared 29er mtb:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d-0629.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d-0632.jpg)

been round the block a couple of times and so far, so very good.  The alfine is silent, very smooth and I was worried about the jumps between the gears but it's fine...   I hub geared it to stop it clagging up with mud but I think I might need a simpler chain tensioner - the alfine one is a bit like a rear mech so might have the same problem. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobajobrob on 22 December, 2008, 07:51:53 pm
You don't think you're worrying unnecessarily? I've had rear mechs clogged up with mud, twigs and all manner of crap and yet they still function. As long as the jockey wheels go round you're laughing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 December, 2008, 06:45:56 pm
Magic gear?  Easier than a fixie, because hub gears can run with quite a lot of <looks around nervously> slack in the chain.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 23 December, 2008, 08:29:34 pm
yeah, that might work.  That or a 1/2 link chain or an eccentric bottom bracket.  I'll see how I get on with it in the mud first, then fiddle..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 December, 2008, 08:33:28 pm
Quote from: Gus on 15 December, 2008, 09:13:33 am

I've just been told  by a couple of friends/colleges  that they have a Christmas present for me.
They ran out of space and build this for me with spare parts.

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/IMG_0454lille.jpg)



Marvellous :thumbsup:

About 15 years ago, the boy from over the road added gears to his BMX and everybody wanted a go on it..Yours might just be a bit more bonkers, though :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 December, 2008, 10:08:34 pm
I bet none of them had dynamo lights though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 26 December, 2008, 03:59:37 pm
Here are some more pictures of "Titane" that is replacing my ribble winter/trainer bike.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3216/3138527742_073cd72883.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3099/3137705503_6e16ed3bc8.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3132/3138537766_2eda5b43c3.jpg)

It has become my favorite bike. Because of its geometry, it does not iron out road surface imperfections as other bike made of titanium but it feels fast, is stable and just feels right.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 31 December, 2008, 04:19:18 pm
Increasingly pimped Brompton S3L - now with Sturmey-Archer 1950s AM close-ratio hub (in a 1970s AW shell, because they never made AMs with 28 holes), honey Brooks Team Pro Ti saddle, honey leather grips (made by Dimension, don't leave room for my bar ends and may or may not stay).  The Stelvios are back on for tomorrow's New Year "10".  I'd like to say it's really fast, but nothing with 16" wheels is fast except on a velodrome or a billard table.

I weighed it for the first time - 25.6lb as in the picture, or 11.6kg in new money.  That's pretty good considering it has full lighting gear, pedals, a Brooks saddle and a steel-shell hub - in fact, it's the quoted weight of a totally standard M3L without lighting, with the standard saddle and with an alloy-shell hub.

(http://www.peeble.com/bromb.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 January, 2009, 12:42:37 pm
Very nice, if you like small bikes.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Euan Uzami on 02 January, 2009, 10:55:54 am
spacers above stem. big no no
and what's that stuff strapped round the forks?  :-\

sorry to be critical.nice bike otherwise.

Quote from: nic on 26 December, 2008, 03:59:37 pm
Here are some more pictures of "Titane" that is replacing my ribble winter/trainer bike.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3132/3138537766_2eda5b43c3.jpg)

It has become my favorite bike. Because of its geometry, it does not iron out road surface imperfections as other bike made of titanium but it feels fast, is stable and just feels right.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 January, 2009, 11:09:32 am
Gotta agree with Euan.  Of course, a quill stem is the most elegant you can get, but, even with the pig-ugly agricultural brutality of threadless stems, having spacers above is pretty much the only way you could make it uglier without taping a photo of Ann widdecombe to it ;D

The stuff round the forks is the rubber attachments for the Raceblades, which is fair enough, though they could be trimmed down a bit...

Otherwise, a cool bike, though, nic :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 02 January, 2009, 11:09:51 am
Straps to keep those raceguards on. They can be trimmed, you know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 02 January, 2009, 03:36:46 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 January, 2009, 11:09:32 am
Gotta agree with Euan.  Of course, a quill stem is the most elegant you can get, but, even with the pig-ugly agricultural brutality of threadless stems, having spacers above is pretty much the only way you could make it uglier without taping a photo of Ann widdecombe to it ;D

The stuff round the forks is the rubber attachments for the Raceblades, which is fair enough, though they could be trimmed down a bit...

Otherwise, a cool bike, though, nic :)
Cheers. Fair enough about the stem. it's just the perfect height and don't fancy cutting the stem. I will have to make amend and post some new pictures.  ;D

 Not sure about trimming the raceblade rubber. Quite convenient to have them long to fit them to other bikes that may have meatier forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 January, 2009, 03:39:55 pm
Reusing raceblades?  Hmm.  I think you have to regard them as consumables, myself.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 02 January, 2009, 10:59:47 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 January, 2009, 03:39:55 pm
Reusing raceblades?  Hmm.  I think you have to regard them as consumables, myself.

I consider them to be a bit expensive to be consumables!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: 2tyred2ride on 03 January, 2009, 06:01:06 pm
My 09 Boardman

(http://img55.imageshack.us/img55/380/image095kz3.th.jpg) (http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=image095kz3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 12 January, 2009, 05:48:52 pm
My son's re-conditioned Peugeot Leader:

Sora/105 groupset (12-27 7-speed)
Shimano R450 (Tiagra) 57mm brakes
Miche Young 155mm crankset (46/40)
600A alloy rims courtesy Harrumph!
Schwalbe Right Run tyres
Charge saddle
Thorn 50mm stem
Modolo Venus bars
Original Peugeot stupid 24.0mm seatpost!

Weight, all in incliding lights, 'guards, computer, pedals and bottle 11.4kg (25lb)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Kieransbike003.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harrumph on 12 January, 2009, 06:56:34 pm
Ooooh, very smart  :thumbsup:  Did you build the front wheel yourself, Tim?

I bet your son is jolly proud of it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rob S on 12 January, 2009, 07:23:37 pm
Quote from: nic on 02 January, 2009, 03:36:46 pm
Not sure about trimming the raceblade rubber. Quite convenient to have them long to fit them to other bikes that may have meatier forks.

You don't trim the excess bits off...you cut them in half and then you have spares. Then you you use the original spares for the meaty forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 12 January, 2009, 07:34:33 pm
Quote from: 2tyred2ride on 03 January, 2009, 06:01:06 pm
My 09 Boardman

(http://img55.imageshack.us/img55/380/image095kz3.th.jpg) (http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=image095kz3.jpg)

It's maybe just me but are those really big bars? With a really large drop? Or is it just that they're tipped so far forward? You must be really reaching, no?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 13 January, 2009, 09:44:33 am
Quote from: harrumph on 12 January, 2009, 06:56:34 pm
Ooooh, very smart  :thumbsup:  Did you build the front wheel yourself, Tim?

I bet your son is jolly proud of it!

Yes, I did, so I'll be keeping a close eye on it for a while! He hasn't seen it yet - the great unveiling is this afternoon. Sadly, it'll be well dark befiore he gets to see it, so he probably won't get a good ride out until Saturday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: 2tyred2ride on 13 January, 2009, 07:13:04 pm
Quote from: Ariadne on 12 January, 2009, 07:34:33 pm
Quote from: 2tyred2ride on 03 January, 2009, 06:01:06 pm
My 09 Boardman

It's maybe just me but are those really big bars? With a really large drop? Or is it just that they're tipped so far forward? You must be really reaching, no?

They arn't that big?  But my hands are fairly big, I don't like compact bars or whatever the small ones are called my hands don't fit on them, and I am quite tall so the reach is fine, it's only a 56cm frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 January, 2009, 07:31:08 pm
Quote from: TimC on 12 January, 2009, 05:48:52 pm
My son's re-conditioned Peugeot Leader:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Kieransbike003.jpg)

I think that's the first bike I've seen with negative saddle setback!  Is it a bit big for him, perchance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 13 January, 2009, 09:22:33 pm
A tiny bit! He's a little short in the body for an 11 year old, and 50mm was as short as I wanted to go on the stem. The frame size isn't optional, and the alternatives were a lot more expensive. He's growing fast, and this bike has enough space to accommodate that for maybe two years. After that he'll be ready for the world of 700c and all its associated options and flexibility.

The bottom line is: he loves it and it fits, within reason. You've never seen a lad so chuffed and awed by STIs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 January, 2009, 10:28:37 pm
He'll grow into it!  ;)

That really is a bike to be proud of. Just the kind of thing I lusted after at the age of 11.

May I be the first to register an interest when he's finished with it? I figure that young Master Torslanda will be coming up to his 11th birthday about then and he would, I know, have the biggest grin on his face if he got to ride around on that!

If, of course, you've no one to pass it on to.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 14 January, 2009, 03:35:03 pm
When the time comes it'll be offered here first, naturally!

In fact, it was offered a while back, along with his previous Raleigh Racer (full T Mobile livery!), as it was way too big for him at the time. There were no takers, so I decided to bling it up when he got big enough. Just as well, as most of the 24"-wheeled production racing bikes then on offer have disappeared - though Islabikes have filled the void somewhat. With bits from the bike shed parts bin, plus about £100 in new stuff, he's got a bike that's unique and has some heritage credibility, as well as being relatively light. Win all round! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 14 January, 2009, 04:04:15 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 January, 2009, 10:28:37 pm
May I be the first to register an interest when he's finished with it?

And may I be second? It won't be needed for a few years but I thought I should register my interest!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 14 January, 2009, 07:40:16 pm
Ok, chaps. Form a line. Better bring a tent and some grub.... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 January, 2009, 08:47:31 pm
Are they 24 x 1 3/8" wheels?  Can you still get rubber for them?  It was a really common size until MTB took over.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 15 January, 2009, 12:51:10 pm
They're 600A 24x1" (25/540). Tyres are available from Mobility Scotland, and probably any other wheelchair supplier. Bicycle wheels that size, however, are very difficult to find!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 17 January, 2009, 05:00:13 pm
from todays ride:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/-1170003.jpg)

if there's an uglier bike out there, I've yet to see it...  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 17 January, 2009, 06:35:36 pm
The wheel to frame size ratio makes me think of the Giant Escape Mini
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 03:18:59 am
Quote from: mike on 17 January, 2009, 05:00:13 pm
if there's an uglier bike out there, I've yet to see it...  8)

How about this...
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/KeithSmith1974/stickered.jpg)
...my recently stickered up Bowery, done in an attempt to keep the thieves at bay
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 18 January, 2009, 04:07:51 am
that looks *great* (apart from the straight forks) - I like the chrome chainstay ;D

I'd steal that....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 04:34:39 am
Quote from: mike on 18 January, 2009, 04:07:51 am
I'd steal that....

Oi! Hands off!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 18 January, 2009, 11:50:18 am
were on earth did you find that many stickers?

you must have been saving them up for a decade!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 18 January, 2009, 12:45:57 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 14 January, 2009, 04:04:15 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 January, 2009, 10:28:37 pm
May I be the first to register an interest when he's finished with it?

And may I be second? It won't be needed for a few years but I thought I should register my interest!

There's a 24"-wheeeled Dolan road bike in the comic's classifieds this week for £200.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 18 January, 2009, 01:39:52 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 03:18:59 am
How about this...
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/KeithSmith1974/stickered.jpg)

I have visions of the yacf bike (I now have a front mech for it so it should be 100% operational this week) looking a bit like that, eventually.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 18 January, 2009, 01:54:37 pm
Quote from: mike on 17 January, 2009, 05:00:13 pm
from todays ride:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/-1170003.jpg)

if there's an uglier bike out there, I've yet to see it...  8)

This one?

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/165/428569318_e672eaa8ce_o.jpg)

Now gone to the great bike shed in the sky - rusted away by 8 years of commuting in a salty Stornoway climate
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 05:52:23 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 January, 2009, 11:50:18 am
were on earth did you find that many stickers?

you must have been saving them up for a decade!

I was given stickerbomb (http://thesrk.com/index.php/thesrk/publishing/) for Christmas.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 18 January, 2009, 05:56:51 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 05:52:23 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 January, 2009, 11:50:18 am
were on earth did you find that many stickers?

you must have been saving them up for a decade!

I was given stickerbomb (http://thesrk.com/index.php/thesrk/publishing/) for Christmas.
Fantastic. I love it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 19 January, 2009, 03:32:40 pm

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3371/3208879317_66277ee629.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/3208879317/)

 My Tri-Cross, now I have tightened the chain  :)

running 42 x 16 fixed about 71"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 19 January, 2009, 03:36:36 pm
Ver' purdy, FWN  :thumbsup:

Ain't no slackness there - as tight as a gnat's chuff   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 19 January, 2009, 04:27:14 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 19 January, 2009, 03:36:36 pm
Ver' purdy, FWN  :thumbsup:

Ain't no slackness there - as tight as a gnat's chuff   ;)

Back tyre is the wrong way around ;)

There's at least four more of these to be posted onto this thread. Mine's still boxed but here's Maffies:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/057.jpg)

Shh! I know about the chain!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 January, 2009, 04:45:32 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 19 January, 2009, 04:27:14 pm
Shh! I know about the chain!!

Oh.

*no idea what to say now* ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 19 January, 2009, 04:50:30 pm
Me neither... Oh yes! The saddle is a bit low!  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maffie on 19 January, 2009, 05:58:04 pm
hmmm if saddle goes up i wont reach the pedals  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 22 January, 2009, 02:51:20 pm
I did warn you some time back if I remember correctly.

New Hope Pro III road wheels - replacing the white ones with black DT Swiss rims ( warranty job ). Hope were ace ace ace. 

Old mudguards back on as the rear fixing broke coming home on Tuesday.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020549_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 January, 2009, 05:38:33 pm
Quote from: GruB on 22 January, 2009, 02:51:20 pm
I did warn you some time back if I remember correctly.

New Hope Pro III road wheels - replacing the white ones with black DT Swiss rims ( warranty job ). Hope were ace ace ace. 

Old mudguards back on as the rear fixing broke coming home on Tuesday.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020549_edited-1.jpg)

Do you ever get that feeling you're being watched?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jaded on 23 January, 2009, 12:17:20 am
My new bike. Many thanks to Mr Pumpé for his building help!  :thumbsup:
I flipped my stem. Apparently!

Unlike FixedWheelNut, I didn't take my photo in a public toilet!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3500/3219217182_1237a05572_o.jpg)

Still to do:

Get SPDs.
Ride it.
Try fixed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 12:37:58 am
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p148/AdrianC_No1/Misc/009bw.png)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 23 January, 2009, 06:06:26 am
Quote from: Jaded on 23 January, 2009, 12:17:20 am
My new bike. Many thanks to Mr Pumpé for his building help!  :thumbsup:
I flipped my stem. Apparently!

Unlike FixedWheelNut, I didn't take my photo in a public toilet!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3500/3219217182_1237a05572_o.jpg)

Still to do:

Get SPDs.
Ride it.
Try fixed.

Phwoar !!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 23 January, 2009, 08:44:53 am
I don't like ally bikes.  I don't like cyclocrossers.  I don't like fixers with cantis.  Wrong, wrong, wrong.

But that bike gives me an unnatural stirring that I can't explain  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 January, 2009, 08:58:32 am
That looks like it wants to be ridden. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 23 January, 2009, 01:37:24 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 12:37:58 am
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p148/AdrianC_No1/Misc/009bw.png)
Is this a guess the bike competition? I recognise a Shimano 105 (5600) or Dura Ace (7800) compact double crankset and BB cups. That's about it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 08:04:35 pm
It could be if you want. If you don't, it's one of these (http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/?page_id=1113)


I have been after a titanium bike for some while. Van Nicholas and Enigma bikes got more expensive quicker than I could save up for it, and Sunday Sabbath didn't reply to my emails so that was that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 January, 2009, 08:11:53 pm
It's quite pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 23 January, 2009, 09:59:58 pm
Have you ridden it yet Aidan?  What is your verdict?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 23 January, 2009, 10:03:43 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 12:37:58 am
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p148/AdrianC_No1/Misc/009bw.png)

Very nice Adrian!  :) Hope you have many good miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 January, 2009, 10:04:12 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 18 January, 2009, 03:18:59 am
Quote from: mike on 17 January, 2009, 05:00:13 pm
if there's an uglier bike out there, I've yet to see it...  8)

How about this...
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/KeithSmith1974/stickered.jpg)
...my recently stickered up Bowery, done in an attempt to keep the thieves at bay

That's a great idea.  Mind if I nick it?  I've probably still got some Beano stickers knocking about somewhere.

The only problem I foresee is that it'll make my bike look better than it does at the moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 11:59:52 pm
Quote from: GruB on 23 January, 2009, 09:59:58 pm
Have you ridden it yet Aidan?  What is your verdict?

Only once so far. Last Sunday I did the same ride that I had done the week before on my Langster, and felt that I was struggling the same. When I got home it turned out that I was quite a bit quicker, so there is some early promise there. I am aiming to do a bit on the local hills either this weekend or next, depending on the weather/social engagements to get a better idea.

I do hope that it is a good choice because the idea is that, having spent a sum of money, we will be together for many a long year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 January, 2009, 12:44:49 am
Pumpe was extolling the virtues of Lynskey to me on the BCM last year.  I do covet one.  I like the understated look.  Is it stiff?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 24 January, 2009, 03:06:59 am
Quote from: Deano on 23 January, 2009, 10:04:12 pm
That's a great idea.  Mind if I nick it?  I've probably still got some Beano stickers knocking about somewhere.

Go for it. Be warned though, I've had 3 people this week stop me to tell me my bike looks cool (that's never happened before). It seems the uglifying project has had the opposite effect. :-\ Then again, if there's one thing about thieves is that they're lazy. To sell it on they'd have to strip all those stickers off so hopefully they'll leave it alone.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 January, 2009, 11:59:48 am
Quote from: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 08:04:35 pm
It could be if you want. If you don't, it's one of these (http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/?page_id=1113)


I have been after a titanium bike for some while. Van Nicholas and Enigma bikes got more expensive quicker than I could save up for it, and Sunday Sabbath didn't reply to my emails so that was that.

Very, very nice! :) I'm just building up my own Ti bike - a Ritchey Break-Away Ti/Carbon to take away with me on my frequent trips around the world. Piccy to follow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 January, 2009, 12:20:54 pm
And here it is:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/RitcheyBreakaway035.jpg)

Full Ultegra compact groupset - for £352 from Merlin! - Ritchey Pro and WCS bits, and Fulcrum Racing 7s with Ultra Hamsterskins and Slime tubes. There will be a Fizik Arione saddle when it turns up - and how bloody difficult was it to get a black and red one! The Fulcrum 7s are for taking away on route - cheap, solid and heavy, they're not really for best. A pair of 2009 Ksyrium Elites will fullfil 'best' duties at home - they look, weigh and feel very similar to the 2006 Ksyrium SSC SLs I tried (but couldn't afford) on my Cannondale CAAD8 R1000.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 24 January, 2009, 12:23:00 pm
Also very nice and a good idea as it enables you to make the best use of the opportunities the job gives you. I don't know why though, but I would have expected that you would be able to stow a bike on a plane without needing to fold it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 24 January, 2009, 12:24:13 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 23 January, 2009, 12:37:58 am
(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p148/AdrianC_No1/Misc/009bw.png)

Mmmmmmm!

Nice.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 January, 2009, 12:25:17 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 24 January, 2009, 12:23:00 pm
Also very nice and a good idea as it enables you to make the best use of the opportunities the job gives you. I don't know why though, but I would have expected that you would be able to stow a bike on a plane without needing to fold it.
Ah, sadly not. And I wouldn't trust the baggage handlers any more than anyone else would!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 January, 2009, 12:32:33 pm
And here's the Ritchey BB shot - showing the all-important downtube clamp!

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/RitcheyBB001.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 24 January, 2009, 03:17:12 pm
let me know what it's like to ride - their CX bike looks like the perfect flying-touring bike.. If only someone sold the steel version over here rather than the ti / carbon one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 January, 2009, 03:41:40 pm
Wiggle do it - and the singlespeed frame too: Steely (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Triathlon/10/Ritchey_Breakaway_Pro_Frame_Kit_With_Carry_Case/5360033735/); Singlespeed (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Triathlon/10/Ritchey_Breakaway_Pro_Single_Speed_Frame/5360033737/)

Sadly, they don't do the Ti one any more - I think I may have caused them to lose a lot of money when I bought mine!

Edit: C+ review (http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/folding/product/break-away-9092) of the steel frame, with links to suppliers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 24 January, 2009, 05:16:00 pm
the wiggle one is the road frame I think, not the CX.  Anyhoo, I dont need any more bikes at the moment...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 January, 2009, 09:18:44 pm
Tim, that bike is delightful - I hope it goes lots of exotic places with you (and your camera, of course ;) ).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 25 January, 2009, 11:43:55 am
I'll do my best to get it to as many places as poss, Clarion - and get the shots to prove it! First outing is likely to be South Africa (Cape Town) next month.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 25 January, 2009, 11:56:42 am
Quote from: mike on 24 January, 2009, 05:16:00 pm
the wiggle one is the road frame I think, not the CX.  Anyhoo, I dont need any more bikes at the moment...


Blasphemer!  Stone him!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 25 January, 2009, 11:58:35 am
Quote from: mike on 24 January, 2009, 05:16:00 pm
I dont need any more bikes at the moment...

Heresy, :o bring in the witch-finder General
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 25 January, 2009, 12:00:52 pm
;D I'm so weak...

I felt terrible writing that yesterday and having seen Simon G's comments on the Singular thread I've emailed them to see when the mike-sized frames are likely to be in stock. Dont tell Mrs Mike, OK?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 25 January, 2009, 02:38:00 pm
Quote from: mike on 25 January, 2009, 12:00:52 pm
;D I'm so weak...

I felt terrible writing that yesterday and having seen Simon G's comments on the Singular thread I've emailed them to see when the mike-sized frames are likely to be in stock. Dont tell Mrs Mike, OK?

& there is more joy in heaven for one sinner that repenteth :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 25 January, 2009, 02:52:42 pm
Quote from: GruB on 24 January, 2009, 12:44:49 am
Pumpe was extolling the virtues of Lynskey to me on the BCM last year.  I do covet one.  I like the understated look.  Is it stiff?

I would say that it is at the stiffer end of the market. I haven't noticed any chain or brake rub when climbing  out of the saddle for instance. I am a bit of a lightweight though and what is stiff for me might not be for a bigger or more powerful rider.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 January, 2009, 05:53:42 pm
Inspired by Adrian.

Before:
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020553_edited-1.jpg)

After:
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1020557_edited-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 31 January, 2009, 10:55:26 pm
The main bikes now cleaned and ready to roll...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3303/3241829966_fcee1fba14.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 01 February, 2009, 08:05:11 am
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=14626.0 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=14626.0)

BPOAB, you are the porn king of Embra, AICMFP.  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 01 February, 2009, 08:12:12 am
Quote from: blackpuddinonnabike on 31 January, 2009, 10:55:26 pm
The main bikes now cleaned and ready to roll...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3303/3241829966_fcee1fba14.jpg?v=0)

:) reminds me of this one:
http://www.geekologie.com/2007/01/05/tree-goats-2.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:49:46 pm
Some pics of the new arrival

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4463.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4458.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4457.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4453.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 01 February, 2009, 09:55:57 pm
It's so....






Clean!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:58:06 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 01 February, 2009, 09:55:57 pm
It's so....






Clean!

It is a virgin so it would be..... O:-)

I would like it to stay that way but the pure white softness beckons. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bottlemasher on 01 February, 2009, 09:58:53 pm
soooooooooooooo very clean

but not for long
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 01 February, 2009, 10:00:50 pm
I'm so jealous. You've got snow and a gorgeous new MTB to play with. It's not fair.  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 01 February, 2009, 10:05:31 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 01 February, 2009, 10:00:50 pm
I'm so jealous. You've got snow and a gorgeous new MTB to play with. It's not fair.  :(

Looking at the advice from Rogerzilla it would appear that my MTB would be less than ideal though. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 01 February, 2009, 10:10:27 pm
annie, that looks goyjuss  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 01 February, 2009, 10:13:51 pm
Annie that looks too nice to get dirty, very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 01 February, 2009, 10:49:49 pm
drip... drip... drip...

** cough **

ahem, sorry, as you were.

Nice bike Annie. Those pictures are sheer filth.
I must service my mountain bike and go play in the white stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 01 February, 2009, 10:59:31 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 01 February, 2009, 10:49:49 pm
drip... drip... drip...

** cough **

ahem, sorry, as you were.

Nice bike Annie. Those pictures are sheer filth.
I must service my mountain bike and go play in the white stuff.

 :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 February, 2009, 08:30:07 am
that's beautiful Annie, is it Carbon?  Is that wise for a MTB? I suppose you only weigh about 3 stone, not sure I'd dare use one of them..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 02 February, 2009, 10:06:37 am
Tis reet proper nice that. But tooooooooooooooooooooo clean! Get out there and muddy it pet!

And if you want some mountain biking lessons let me know when you're getting them and I'll come and watch...  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 February, 2009, 10:06:56 am
Those colours are a lovely combination.  Nice choice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 02 February, 2009, 10:12:25 am
Yes it is carbon but as you say, I only weigh about 3 stone so it doesn't really matter.  I am careful and I shall care for it as I do my other bikes. 

I don't want to get it dirty and am waiting for another couple of inches of snow so that if I fall I won't have too many bruises on my bot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 02 February, 2009, 10:39:27 am
Annie - I'm not a mountain biker, but those pictures are doing funny things to me.  That is one of the most deliciously purposeful bikes I've seen in a long while.  I've got a feeling that you're going to have an awful lot of fun getting to know each other...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 February, 2009, 10:44:42 am
Annie, if you want tips on how not to feel guilty about having a dirty bike then get in touch.  As far as I concerned a dirty bike is a ridden bike!  Nuff said!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Justin(e) on 02 February, 2009, 10:59:28 am
Quote from: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:49:46 pm
Some pics of the new arrival

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)





I see why you have to raise the front wheel - stops you sliding off the seat.   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 02 February, 2009, 11:30:04 am
Quote from: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:49:46 pm
Some pics of the new arrival


Annie that is frickin gorgeous.  Hubba hubba!  It's so perfect - the colour scheme, the carbon, the all-DT wheels...  :P

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 02 February, 2009, 11:49:51 am
Annie, that bike looks abfab and I can understand you wanting to get out on it but ....   don't let it get cold, don't let it get dirty, don't go out at all until you are fully recovered from your recent Dr Watsons and have recovered your health, weight and strength.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 02 February, 2009, 12:13:22 pm
I might not make it out on the bike today >:(  I don't feel quite right, very hungry, irritable, tired and generally yuk.

I may just take it onto the camping land for some fun in the snow but not actually go onto the bridleways nor do any real distance.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 02 February, 2009, 12:33:59 pm
Annie,

I'm sorry for salivating all over your steed earlier.

It looks better in your pictures than on the Cube website.

Regards
Ed
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 02 February, 2009, 12:38:30 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 02 February, 2009, 12:33:59 pm
Annie,

I'm sorry for salivating all over your steed earlier.

It looks better in your pictures than on the Cube website.

Regards
Ed

Salivate as much as you like :-*

I would like an old bike to ride and get dirty and leave that to look at, maybe hang it on my bedroom wall.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 02 February, 2009, 02:51:00 pm
Quote from: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:49:46 pm
Some pics of the new arrival

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)



Is that a carbon frame??   I have a Giant carbon xtc MTB and its lush.  Great for XC

You'll have fun with  that  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 02 February, 2009, 03:08:30 pm
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 02 February, 2009, 02:51:00 pm
Quote from: annie on 01 February, 2009, 09:49:46 pm
Some pics of the new arrival

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)



Is that a carbon frame??   I have a Giant carbon xtc MTB and its lush.  Great for XC

You'll have fun with  that  :thumbsup:

Yes, carbon loveliness.  Well it is now a dirty MTB as it has been out, it is no longer a virgin.

Pics to follow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 02 February, 2009, 09:14:02 pm
Very nice.  8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 03 February, 2009, 03:39:12 am
I'm in love. I would put that on my wall.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 03 February, 2009, 07:46:35 am
Quote from: Valiant on 03 February, 2009, 03:39:12 am
I'm in love. I would put that on my wall.

That's exactly what I said I wanted to do.  Trouble is.....I now need another bike to ride if this one is going on the wall.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 03 February, 2009, 09:14:13 am
Quote
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)


Cube Elite HPC-R1. Just sex on knobblies.

From Chain Reaction?

You lucky girl, Annie! Enjoy. ;)  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 03 February, 2009, 10:08:19 am
Quote from: TimC on 03 February, 2009, 09:14:13 am
Quote
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)


Cube Elite HPC-R1. Just sex on knobblies.

From Chain Reaction?

You lucky girl, Annie! Enjoy. ;)  :-*

From my LBS. 

We will have much fun together, I am certain of that. :) :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 February, 2009, 02:08:31 pm
That looks like fun!

Although I subscribe to Singletrack, and salivate over the lovely pics therein, I had almost cured myself of the desire for an MTB.

First seeing people having fun up the bridleways to Leith Hill on saturday, then crunchy snowy goodness, and now seeing that beastie, I'm back to wanting that Rockhopper I test rode from Two Wheels Good in The Calls back in 1986... :-\


Carbon?  :hand:  Not for me. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 February, 2009, 08:53:00 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 February, 2009, 02:08:31 pm
Carbon?  :hand:  Not for me. ;D

Me neither. Clarion, old boy, what you need is a '92 Trek 950 or 970 in Black Forest Green with period components. Rigid, natch.  ;)

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 01:20:24 am
Put to shame following Annie but n+1 is finally here...

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4185.jpg)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4186.jpg)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4187.jpg)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4188.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 01:20:46 am
I've broken it already  :o

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4190.jpg)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4189.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 08:56:44 am
That's a cool bike.  How easy is it to fold/unfold?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 11:42:37 am
Takes 10 seconds  :thumbsup:

A half turn on two allen bolts. One on Top tube and one on Down tube.


(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4193.jpg)

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4194.jpg)

Then there's a strong magnet that keeps the two halfs together when fully folded.

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f31/leggyd/Bikes/PICT4196.jpg)

I think it's designed more for ease of storage really. It's a bit heavy and there's no obvious way of carrying it.

At the very least it'll live in my g/f's flat in Manchester but I'm hoping to improvise a little, maybe with a lightweight canvas bag and use it with the train between London and Manchester.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 11:54:36 am
I'm thinking it'd be good for train commuting. 

Last night, I rode up to London Bridge station.   I was surprised how much faster I got there than walking.  And I don't hang about on foot.

It'd be a good jump on & ride machine, and, given the full size wheels, I guess it'll be pretty normal handling for longer rides and carrying luggage and stuff.

I quite liked the previous range; Espresso, Jack & Cadenza, and it's been interesting to see how the ingenious designs have evolved.

One of the Fell Club members had a Jack, IIRC, as does one of our friends, which he uses for commuting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 11:57:35 am
Wittering on...

I've long had a thing about folding bikes with full-sized wheels, right back to the Strutt/Orbit Worksong, via the Rudge Bi-Frame (which needed a bit of refinement in the design), through to S&S couplings and Ritchey Break-Away...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 12:22:55 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 11:54:36 am
I'm thinking it'd be good for train commuting. 


I'm lucky that I can do my normal commute with my other bikes.
On Early shift I'm in before 7am and out by 4pm and the other shifts are no problem.

I think a few Jobsworths might have an issue with the exact wording of the rules as I doubt it would fit in luggage spaces, even with the bars off and seatpost out.
Frankly, on an 8am suburban train I wouldn't want the hassle anyway.

There's a nice space behind the very rear seat in Virgin's quiet coach that will do very nicely though I think.  8)

I'm really looking forward to beating the Tram from Heaton Park to Piccadilly  :D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 06 February, 2009, 02:09:43 pm
Quote from: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 12:22:55 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 11:54:36 am
I'm thinking it'd be good for train commuting. 


I'm lucky that I can do my normal commute with my other bikes.
On Early shift I'm in before 7am and out by 4pm and the other shifts are no problem.

I think a few Jobsworths might have an issue with the exact wording of the rules as I doubt it would fit in luggage spaces, even with the bars off and seatpost out.
Frankly, on an 8am suburban train I wouldn't want the hassle anyway.

There's a nice space behind the very rear seat in Virgin's quiet coach that will do very nicely though I think.  8)

I'm really looking forward to beating the Tram from Heaton Park to Piccadilly  :D



Fit for a Manchester YACF ride sometime?

Maybe join us on Manchester to Blackpool?

Talking of which.. where is Torslanda? Got to get him on a genteel training ride sometime...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 02:46:59 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 06 February, 2009, 02:09:43 pm


Fit for a Manchester YACF ride sometime?


Certainly  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 06 February, 2009, 03:20:42 pm
That's the sort of folder that appeals to me.  Reduced storage counts more for me than the ability to drip oil & water on trains.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BornAgainCyclist on 06 February, 2009, 03:39:38 pm
I had this delivered on Christmas eve and ridden less than a mile on it to date. I'm waiting for all the crud, mud and salt to get washed off the road.  Frustrating innit!

[img height=480 width=640]http://i377.photobucket.com/albums/oo212/BornAgainCyclist/DSCF0521.jpg[/img]

When I told my wife how little it cost she was speechless with delight, I'm hoping she'll start talking again soon (or maybe not).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 03:49:00 pm
Top tube's slack! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 06 February, 2009, 04:14:43 pm
Quote from: BornAgainCyclist on 06 February, 2009, 03:39:38 pm
speechless with delight,

 ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 06 February, 2009, 04:21:15 pm
Quote from: JohnP on 06 February, 2009, 03:20:42 pm
That's the sort of folder that appeals to me.  Reduced storage counts more for me than the ability to drip oil & water on trains.

Dahon Cadenza 8 2008.

Evans wouldn't give me a CTC discount off the £600 price.
Wiggle had them for £616 with £50 of free stuff but had none left after I ordered.
JE James got a load left at £440  :thumbsup:

They did two 2008 models. One with normal gears and that one with the Alfine8 hub.

I'd originally read that the Alfine8 wouldn't be sold in UK but a fair few places had them.
Read the same about the 2009 Alfine8 and Evans certainly aren't stocking it.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 06 February, 2009, 04:25:01 pm
Quote from: BornAgainCyclist on 06 February, 2009, 03:39:38 pm

[img height=480 width=640]http://i377.photobucket.com/albums/oo212/BornAgainCyclist/DSCF0521.jpg[/img]


Was it involved in an explosion at a sticker factory?

Just kidding, it looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2009, 04:41:23 pm
Hadn't you heard?  The graphic designers were paid by the square centimetre...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 06 February, 2009, 07:47:51 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 06 February, 2009, 02:09:43 pm
. . .  on Manchester to Blackpool?

Talking of which.. where is Torslanda? Got to get him on a genteel training ride sometime...

Torslanda's buggered off until the snow's gone! Sorry Dan, It's going to be light evenings and lots warmer weather before you see me out on two wheels again.

You're supposed to enjoy it!

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 February, 2009, 07:58:11 pm
Quote from: annie on 03 February, 2009, 10:08:19 am
Quote from: TimC on 03 February, 2009, 09:14:13 am
Quote
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/bike%20bits/IMG_4460.jpg)


Cube Elite HPC-R1. Just sex on knobblies.

From Chain Reaction?

You lucky girl, Annie! Enjoy. ;)  :-*

From my LBS. 

We will have much fun together, I am certain of that. :) :-*

Not a big fan of MTBs; but I do like this one Annie!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 06 February, 2009, 09:20:54 pm
Quote from: Jaded on 23 January, 2009, 12:17:20 am
My new bike. Many thanks to Mr Pumpé for his building help!  :thumbsup:
I flipped my stem. Apparently!

Unlike FixedWheelNut, I didn't take my photo in a public toilet!


  ;D Thats the workshop at work  ;D   Well I suppose it is a 5h1t hole  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 February, 2009, 05:23:10 pm
Jacques, ready for the TT season.
(New Omnium track chainset, new chain and sprocket (set up as a 72'' for the medium gear early season TTs), new cables and bar tape)
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/Jacques_Feb2009b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 February, 2009, 07:10:52 pm
How fast can it go, mister? :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 February, 2009, 07:28:09 pm
Is that a Falcon frame? Early 80s?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 February, 2009, 09:30:34 pm
Custom made in the early 1990s (1993) for Orbit (but by a small Sheffield frame builder I believe); rebuilt for me by Mercian (new downtube, new headset angle for road use) 3 years ago.

How fast? On a 72'', early in the season and on our local course 27' or there about. On 81'' 25'.

My favourite bike. I just wish I had the time to ride (it) a bit more at the moment! <sigh>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2009, 09:42:31 pm
Small Sheffield frambuilders = JF Wilson or (at a stretch) MB of Dronfield.

But your Orbit predates Orbit's move to Sheffield, doesn't it?  It's a Peartree like mine, surely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 February, 2009, 09:44:47 pm
I approached Orbit a few years back and this is how I know it is a 1993 model and the rest; but this is all I got together with an admission that it wasn't Orbit-built. The original sticker had a "Handbuilt and brazed on in Sheffield" which was consistent with the story.

To be fair, I don't care so much, as I don't care that the tubing is on the heavy side either (although this bike feels quite light); it is just my favourite frame to ride "fast" and is simply superb.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2009, 09:47:56 pm
OK, so they may have outsourced to a Sheffield builder back then (my guess would be Wilson's)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 February, 2009, 09:49:04 pm
Mr Wilson built very nice farmes then. Thanks for the info.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2009, 09:52:58 pm
I spent a lot of time gazing through their window, and occasionally walked over to the City Road just to do so.  They had a lovely 531c in diamond pattern, but I could never have owned it.

When I was knocked off my bike, I had my dropout mended, but for a while it had looked as if that might not be possible, so I thought I might be able to get my bike rebuilt onto a Wilson 531.  Not to be, I'm afraid...

JFW was nutty as a fruitcake, mind.
Title: Ritchey Break-Away finished...
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 11:50:11 am
And here she is, in all her blinged-up glory....

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Ritcheyfinished051.jpg)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Ritcheyfinished052.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2009, 11:52:41 am
Most acceptable.  You'll have to keep us posted on it's globe-trotting :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 February, 2009, 11:59:02 am
TimC, I take it the bike will fit in the suitcase that it's leaning against?  If so, that's damn clever. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 12:01:04 pm
Yes, it does, apparently(!) - and it is. I haven't practiced yet, but there's a very good video on YouTube showing how to do it.

Links: - Assembly (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Obrc22abQEk)

Disassembly & Packing (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPmgChjTW98)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2009, 12:09:03 pm
Most ingenious!

You gotta get practising till you've got it into a neatly choreographed manoeuvre.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 February, 2009, 12:37:00 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 12:01:04 pm
Yes, it does, apparently(!) - and it is. I haven't practiced yet, but there's a very good video on YouTube showing how to do it.

Links: - Assembly (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Obrc22abQEk)

Disassembly & Packing (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPmgChjTW98)

Does the case come with the bike?  Also, is the nice young lady included in the package too? 

Loved the way the video appears to be shot in a hotel room, looks like the set of a p0rn movie (or so I'm told)  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 01:25:13 pm
The case comes with the frame. It doesn't look too sturdy, and there is a hard case available (for lots of £££s), but the reports I've seen suggest it holds up ok.

I have my own nice young lady, thanks! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 09 February, 2009, 01:30:56 pm
More bike filth  :D

Tim - that's a thing of beauty; you've got to post a pic of it in the box, now...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 01:41:03 pm
Certainly, ma'am:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Ritcheyincase.jpg)

That's a company piccy. I'll add one of mine when I've got all the protective stuff I want to use!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 09 February, 2009, 01:53:28 pm
Bah, that's no good, it takes longer than a Brompton to pack away. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 09 February, 2009, 02:02:05 pm
Lovely bike Tim - but I'm afraid the level of dismantling necessary to pack it away puts me off.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 02:10:24 pm
As TimO says, it's not a Brompton. It's a way of getting a full-sized road bike into a smaller case than the standard bike bag - and one which is accepted by the majority of airlines as normal checked luggage. I wouldn't want to assemble/disassemble it every day, but a couple of times a month is fine. Reports suggest that it takes about 15 - 20 minutes each way. I can live with that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 09 February, 2009, 02:18:52 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 02:10:24 pm
As TimO says, it's not a Brompton. It's a way of getting a full-sized road bike into a smaller case than the standard bike bag - and one which is accepted by the majority of airlines as normal checked luggage. I wouldn't want to assemble/disassemble it every day, but a couple of times a month is fine. Reports suggest that it takes about 15 - 20 minutes each way. I can live with that!


Or 3 hours in Regulator mode...

I'm hopeless with such things.  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 09 February, 2009, 02:24:50 pm
You should ditch the valve dustcaps - you know what these airlines are like with baggage restrictions  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 09 February, 2009, 02:31:23 pm
It's not a Brommie and you wouldn't be using it for multo-modal transport in the same way.  It's a race bike that also takes down.  Same as an Airnimal only much, much nicer (IMHO).

It takes us way longer than 15 minutes to assemble/disassemble the tandem with it's three sets of S&S couplings, so I reckon a quarter of an hour in the hotel room the other end is quite acceptable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 02:32:24 pm
Quote from: Naggers on 09 February, 2009, 02:24:50 pm
You should ditch the valve dustcaps - you know what these airlines are like with baggage restrictions  ;)
Yeah. Anyway, I need red ones! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 02:33:28 pm
Quote from: Regulator on 09 February, 2009, 02:18:52 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 02:10:24 pm
As TimO says, it's not a Brompton. It's a way of getting a full-sized road bike into a smaller case than the standard bike bag - and one which is accepted by the majority of airlines as normal checked luggage. I wouldn't want to assemble/disassemble it every day, but a couple of times a month is fine. Reports suggest that it takes about 15 - 20 minutes each way. I can live with that!


Or 3 hours in Regulator mode...

I'm hopeless with such things.  :-[

I'll be careful to not let you - or Nutty - anywhere near it!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 09 February, 2009, 03:48:11 pm
my new touring bike, peeking out of it's packaging...

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1442b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 09 February, 2009, 04:11:05 pm
Quote from: mike on 09 February, 2009, 03:48:11 pm
my new touring bike, peeking out of it's packaging...

lustworthy.

How many bikes is that? Mrs. Mike must be very understanding!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 09 February, 2009, 04:19:38 pm
Looks gorgeous Mike.

Are you on a NBMRTY? (New Bike a Month Round the Year)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 09 February, 2009, 04:34:04 pm
What is it Mike? Looks attractive. So, when and where are you touring to?!  :P No, I am not jealous...  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 09 February, 2009, 04:37:44 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 09 February, 2009, 04:19:38 pm
Are you on a NBMRTY? (New Bike a Month Round the Year)?

;D  I love a challenge..



Quote from: ed_o_brain on 09 February, 2009, 04:11:05 pm
How many bikes is that? Mrs. Mike must be very understanding!
um.. 9.  And yes, very!!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ivo on 09 February, 2009, 06:20:29 pm
Quote from: mike on 09 February, 2009, 03:48:11 pm
my new touring bike, peeking out of it's packaging...

Very tasty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 09 February, 2009, 09:55:25 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2009, 01:41:03 pm

That's a company piccy. I'll add one of mine when I've got all the protective stuff I want to use!


Very nice. Now if that was me, I would see the need for protective as a call to liberate a couple of estate agents' boards and give them a meaningful lease of life.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 12 February, 2009, 11:21:42 am
Heres the pomp.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3313/3273427273_5ced7d3c19.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3384/3274248442_58235057da.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 12 February, 2009, 11:26:43 am
they look quite good in black...   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 February, 2009, 11:35:06 am
They'll look nicer in white. :D

Luke, that's the most ridiculous drivetrain I've seen - 32x13!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 12 February, 2009, 12:14:04 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 12 February, 2009, 11:35:06 am
They'll look nicer in white. :D

Luke, that's the most ridiculous drivetrain I've seen - 32x13!

Cuts down on chain costs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: geoff on 14 February, 2009, 11:42:47 pm
Quote from: mike on 09 February, 2009, 03:48:11 pm
my new touring bike, peeking out of it's packaging...

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1442b.jpg)

Singularly nice, that...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 15 February, 2009, 12:53:40 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 12 February, 2009, 11:35:06 am
They'll look nicer in white. :D

Luke, that's the most ridiculous drivetrain I've seen - 32x13!

 one man's meat is another man's poison
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 19 February, 2009, 06:28:26 pm
My old Record Sprint, winterized commuting bike.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3596/3292790164_1725868231.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3506/3292784218_38a893b344.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 February, 2009, 06:34:51 pm
that looks great - is that reflective stuff on the downtube?  good idea..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 20 February, 2009, 09:41:58 am
Quote
is that reflective stuff on the downtube?

Yes, got from some gadgy off e-bay so I didnt have to buy a 50m roll of the stuff  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 20 February, 2009, 12:30:05 pm
Had to dig the bike out of the snow in Sweden this morning.
(http://haigh.org/20022009-1.jpg)
I was quite pleased I'd put a cover on the B17. Look at the size of the bike next to it (mine is a 58cm singlecross, so not small). I guess he likes a rather more upright position.

And then outside one of the offices, do the Brooks and Carradice give it away as an English bike?
(http://haigh.org/20022009-2.jpg)

Have to say though, riding in today in the snow I was totally beaten by a young lady wearing normal clothes (no lycra) riding a typical Swedish bike complete with kiddie seat on the rear rack. No way was I keeping up with her in those conditions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harrumph on 20 February, 2009, 01:06:53 pm
You leave a nice bike like that outside?  :o  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 20 February, 2009, 08:58:48 pm
It was bought cheap in the sales last year, with the intention of being a reliable workhorse rather than as best. I enjoyed riding it so much that it ended up staying in the UK too long.
Most of the time it will be at least in a covered bike parking area, the night when it got snowed on was unusual. But I've always had bikes that are ridden and used, rather than kept polished and pristine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: boudinnoirsurvélo on 23 February, 2009, 09:38:36 am
Finally finally finally I've got the Puch Prince that was rescued for 30 quid from a police auction back on the road.

Such a solid bike, it was a shame to see it going to ruin. Mel has used it a couple of times in the past to commute, but there were niggles. The only major job initially was to replace a completely knackered front wheel, get some new tyres and new brake calipers. Oh, and a new saddle.

Since then it was clear she wasn't confident at all on the drops, so a straight bar sorted that out, which meant I could use a couple of brake levers that had been lying about, and all of a sudden the brakes worked a charm (the old Weinmann with the top pull bar were like braking with Edam on the rim). A thumbshifter was procured for the 5 speed gears, the downtube shifters again caused too many wobbles for comfort in traffic, so she ended up just riding in the easiest gear, using it as a singlespeed.

And finally just before the weekend I got the mudguards on so it can be used properly in all weathers. It might look odd, but by god it's solid, and easy to ride, and Mel loves it compared to her slick-tyred mountain bike (her commute is more or less flat, so the five gears are perfectly adequate).

As soon as the lightness returns to both ends of the working day this should start seeing action again.

All worthwhile for a smile like this.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3358/3300678426_c26242a494.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3300678426/)

And I really had to have a go myself (proving the frame was way to small for me to have ever done anything with it (I'd thought about 'fixing' it).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3507/3299851667_ca2444ab0c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3299851667/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 February, 2009, 09:43:37 am
That's a smile worth fettling for! :)

Well done, Mysterysausage.  I don't think it looks 'odd' at all, though - it's a fairly classic set-up.  And, most important, it's now a bike that's easy for Mel to use, and she feels safer and in control.  Job done.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 February, 2009, 09:46:30 am
schwarz Wurst auf dem Fahrrad - The first bike shop I worked in (many years ago) sold Puch bikes, I remember them being very good quality bikes
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: boudinnoirsurvélo on 23 February, 2009, 09:55:47 am
Quote from: clarion on 23 February, 2009, 09:43:37 am
And, most important, it's now a bike that's easy for Mel to use, and she feels safer and in control.  Job done.

Precisely

Quote from: windy on 23 February, 2009, 09:46:30 am
schwarz Wurst auf dem Fahrrad - The first bike shop I worked in (many years ago) sold Puch bikes, I remember them being very good quality bikes

Catchy name! Certainly feels well put together - worked it out to about 30 years old I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 February, 2009, 09:27:45 pm
Help !

This is where I was going to put pictures of my new bike.
I've put the pictures on Flickr and then followed the instructions to put them here and all I get is the dreaded red cross.
Any suggestions please ?

I realise that it will be a PICNIC issue  :-[

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 23 February, 2009, 09:58:38 pm
I saw it! (by following the link)

Nice bike ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 23 February, 2009, 10:40:03 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 23 February, 2009, 09:27:45 pm
Help !

This is where I was going to put pictures of my new bike.
I've put the pictures on Flickr and then followed the instructions to put them here and all I get is the dreaded red cross.
Any suggestions please ?

I realise that it will be a PICNIC issue  :-[


Get the full size Flickr Image on screen. Right click it. Properties, Copy the Address. Then paste this address into your post and put the image tags either side of it. Like this : -

{img}Insert address here{/img}

Except you have to replace the curly brackets with square ones - [].
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 23 February, 2009, 11:36:47 pm
So here it is, finally.
Finally in that it took Enigma 10 months to make it- Mark Reilly "I think we can comfortably have it ready by the end of September for you" and the several hours it took me to post pictures here.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3533/3304500088_ccb34e0483_b.jpg)

I should add that cycling gear always makes me look fat, even if I'm not. Which I'm not. Honest.

Indoor picture. Sorry about the mess.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3517/3304827436_f8017ef129_b.jpg)

Thanks for the advice with the posting.
They don't make it easy do they ? Or is it just me ? ::-)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2009, 12:38:21 am
On a roll now:-

Chocolatebike 2 and Helen's MTB en-route to Guadalest:-

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3383/3304475155_f0486ebf51_b.jpg)

Our 1st Col (OK it's a little one but you have to start somewhere):-

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3519/3305299828_c896c654c1_b.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2009, 12:57:30 am
My old MTB. It did 109 miles last year (all on-road), 1.5 miles this year.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3409/3304527497_b4816460c3_b.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 24 February, 2009, 01:42:25 am
Interesting machine, Chocolatebike! Enjoy  :)

What do you think of the ti fork?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 February, 2009, 09:34:18 am
Enigma's seatstay's a bit slack ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2009, 09:34:55 am
I've only done about 45km on it so far and it's a case of getting used to the whole bike so some of the subtleties aren't evident yet. My overall impression is that the ride is superb and the road buzz is much reduced- the improvement was most apparent when I rode the Super Galaxy again after the Enigma.
So to answer your question Simon, I dunno yet  :-\  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 24 February, 2009, 10:39:30 am
Quote from: clarion on 24 February, 2009, 09:34:18 am
Enigma's seatstay's a bit slack ;)

As long as you don't say that my belly's a bit slack.
Oh ! Hang on......... :-[  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 24 February, 2009, 11:29:16 am
Am loving the disks chocolatebike - and the frame looks so good all kitted out. Very Smart Indeed.
 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 24 February, 2009, 11:45:10 am
From this:

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/kaffenback_boxed_Thumb400.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_Bits.jpg)

to this:

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_HeadOn_Thumb400.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_HeadOn.jpg)
Click image for bigness.

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_SideOn_Thumb400.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_SideOn.jpg)
Click image for bigness.

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_RearSide_Thumb400.jpg) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/Kaffenback_RearSide.jpg)
Click image for bigness.

Although the lights and GPS all got moved from the Pompino, I nicked the bottle cages from the Super Galaxy, and the mudguards, rack & computer are new.

It's not quite in pristine condition, since I've used it for three days of commuting and one WARTY, but for some reason the camera managed to loose the images I took after 0.02 miles of use, so this is after 150 miles instead!

Note the yellow valve caps, I thought it was very cool of Planet-X to supply those!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 24 February, 2009, 01:39:11 pm
Quote from: TimO on 24 February, 2009, 11:45:10 am
Note the yellow valve caps, I thought it was very cool of Planet-X to supply those!

All Conti inners come with those.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 24 February, 2009, 01:42:18 pm
Quote from: Blah on 24 February, 2009, 01:39:11 pm
Quote from: TimO on 24 February, 2009, 11:45:10 am
Note the yellow valve caps, I thought it was very cool of Planet-X to supply those!

All Conti inners come with those.

Ah well, they still look nicer than bog standard black ones. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 25 February, 2009, 03:11:18 pm
Radical saddle angle there, TimO!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ariadne on 25 February, 2009, 03:32:29 pm
Quote from: boudinnoirsurvélo on 23 February, 2009, 09:38:36 am

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3358/3300678426_c26242a494.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3300678426/)

Yay - just seen this. It looks great!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 27 February, 2009, 09:01:05 am
I present to you: bike

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/r1.jpg)

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/r2.jpg)

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/r3.jpg)

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/r4.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 27 February, 2009, 09:13:46 am
That's rilly, rilly nice, Blah - what make is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 27 February, 2009, 09:17:54 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 27 February, 2009, 09:13:46 am
That's rilly, rilly nice, Blah - what make is it?

bike!

No, I thought we could have a little game guessing. There is a clue in one of the photos. Another is that it wasn't very expensive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 27 February, 2009, 09:20:57 am
It's a Ribble, isn't it?  One of their budget winter bikes?  Looks pretty good!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 February, 2009, 09:25:28 am
Blah, that is class, but why didn't you go for black mudguards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: boudinnoirsurvélo on 27 February, 2009, 10:23:14 am
A few night Kaff shots...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3386/3309946054_28449bdb91.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3309946054/)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3517/3309944596_b9878dccb5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3309944596/)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3308/3306741209_bce50ec6ea.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3306741209/)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3466/3306740339_7d17b34276.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/3306740339/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 February, 2009, 10:27:35 am
Very 'urban' :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 27 February, 2009, 10:34:37 am
Surprised it didn't get nicked while you were taking the piccies.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: boudinnoirsurvélo on 27 February, 2009, 10:37:27 am
Quote from: TimC on 27 February, 2009, 10:34:37 am
Surprised it didn't get nicked while you were taking the piccies.

Well I was standing a yard away from it looking straight at it at the time...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 February, 2009, 10:41:50 am
Peckham they'd have had it away whatever...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 27 February, 2009, 10:56:08 am
Quote from: Chris N on 27 February, 2009, 09:20:57 am
It's a Ribble, isn't it?  One of their budget winter bikes?  Looks pretty good!

Chris N FTW! Yep, it's their sloping top tube Audax bike. For the price (£120 including frame, headset, seat collar, carbon forks with carbon steerer) it's just amazing value. The finish is really good, and the attention to detail as well. It was well wrapped when it arrived, it had bolts in the mudguard eyes and in the bottle cage ones too.

The decals are really easy to peel off, which in my opinion is a benefit :-)

Quote from: clarion on 27 February, 2009, 09:25:28 am
Blah, that is class, but why didn't you go for black mudguards?

Because I didn't have any in my parts box ;-)

Frame, forks, brakes and ergos are new, all the rest has been scrounged off other bikes, swapped with mates for parts and raided from the parts box.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tenbears10 on 27 February, 2009, 12:08:00 pm
(http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/7821/dscf2414.jpg)
Limited edition Cannondale Black Lightning

(http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/7587/dscf2415.jpg)
Condor 653 single speed

(http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/7086/dscf2416.jpg)
Dahon Cadenza folder
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 27 February, 2009, 12:09:56 pm
that cannondale looks fantastic!  Whats the black thing on the top of the seat tube on the dahon? Is that something to do with the fold?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 February, 2009, 12:10:27 pm
Looks like a good selection.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tenbears10 on 27 February, 2009, 12:17:30 pm
Quote from: mike on 27 February, 2009, 12:09:56 pm
that cannondale looks fantastic!  Whats the black thing on the top of the seat tube on the dahon? Is that something to do with the fold?

Should have said, it is the bracket for my bobkie child seat. The fold is just the is just the two circles you can see on the top tube and the down tube.

I love the Cannondale and it's one of only 300 in the world. I got it secondhand on ebay 2 years ago.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 27 February, 2009, 04:56:52 pm
Another 'dale fan! I have an R1000 CAAD8, and I reckon it's the best frame I've ever ridden. And I could stare at the welding in wonder all day!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 27 February, 2009, 05:52:10 pm
Quote from: TimC on 27 February, 2009, 04:56:52 pm
Another 'dale fan!

And another one. I've always wanted one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 March, 2009, 09:22:52 am
Blah, your new bike looks fantastic.  I've been on the look out for just such a frame and I think you've found it for me - thanks!

Could you fit a rack and panniers on the back of it without your heels clipping the luggage?  The chain stays look long enough.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 01 March, 2009, 05:12:40 pm
That 'Dale reminds me of the old JPS racing car which I had toy/model of when I was about 10. I once knew someone who had a Ford Capri done out in the same decals. Classy.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 March, 2009, 08:58:30 pm
There are some that would ay the words 'Ford Capri' and 'classy' were somewhat mutually exclusive.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 01 March, 2009, 10:37:52 pm
 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 02 March, 2009, 11:31:38 am
Quote from: Oscars dad on 01 March, 2009, 09:22:52 am
Blah, your new bike looks fantastic.  I've been on the look out for just such a frame and I think you've found it for me - thanks!

Could you fit a rack and panniers on the back of it without your heels clipping the luggage?  The chain stays look long enough.

Thank you   :-*

There are no braze-ons for a rack, even though I was expecting them. Just looking at the Ribble site again, it's only the horizontal top tube version (which takes normal as opposed to deep drop brakes) that has rack lugs. Interesting that, the version designed for narrower tyres takes a rack...

In any case, you could do it with p-clips. I'm not sure the stays are long enough, this all depends on your shoe size, where you put your cleats on your shoes, and the position of and which luggage you plan to use.

In terms of handling, it's actually a pleasingly sporty number. I don't think you'd want to put a lot of weight on it, and if you were to do so, I'd go down the Carradice saddle bag route.

For me, I'll treat like a racing bike, but with mudguards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 March, 2009, 11:39:31 am
Quote from: Blah on 02 March, 2009, 11:31:38 am
Quote from: Oscars dad on 01 March, 2009, 09:22:52 am
Blah, your new bike looks fantastic.  I've been on the look out for just such a frame and I think you've found it for me - thanks!

Could you fit a rack and panniers on the back of it without your heels clipping the luggage?  The chain stays look long enough.

Thank you   :-*

There are no braze-ons for a rack, even though I was expecting them. Just looking at the Ribble site again, it's only the horizontal top tube version (which takes normal as opposed to deep drop brakes) that has rack lugs. Interesting that, the version designed for narrower tyres takes a rack...

In any case, you could do it with p-clips. I'm not sure the stays are long enough, this all depends on your shoe size, where you put your cleats on your shoes, and the position of and which luggage you plan to use.

In terms of handling, it's actually a pleasingly sporty number. I don't think you'd want to put a lot of weight on it, and if you were to do so, I'd go down the Carradice saddle bag route.

For me, I'll treat like a racing bike, but with mudguards.

So inspired was I that I spent some time over the weekend studying Ribble's site.  Guess what?  I have ordered the horizontal tube version for two reasons.  First they didn't seem to have the sloping tube version in my size (I'm tall).  Second the horizontal tube version mentioned rack fittings.

This is all rather exciting and a bit scary.  I have never built a bike before.  I plan to move the components from my Orbea race frame over onto the more sensible Ribble frame.  I could be making a huge mistake as I really haven't a clue what I'm doing.  But, what the heck, no-one is going to die. The worse case scenario is I take the whole lot to my local bike shop and leave it there with my credit card details.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 02 March, 2009, 01:42:40 pm
Quote from: Oscars dad on 02 March, 2009, 11:39:31 am
So inspired was I that I spent some time over the weekend studying Ribble's site.  Guess what?  I have ordered the horizontal tube version for two reasons.  First they didn't seem to have the sloping tube version in my size (I'm tall).  Second the horizontal tube version mentioned rack fittings.

This is all rather exciting and a bit scary.  I have never built a bike before.  I plan to move the components from my Orbea race frame over onto the more sensible Ribble frame.  I could be making a huge mistake as I really haven't a clue what I'm doing.  But, what the heck, no-one is going to die. The worse case scenario is I take the whole lot to my local bike shop and leave it there with my credit card details.  ;D

Well done that man! If you look a bit of fettling you should be fine. As you said, no-one's going to die and if you're stuck, just take it to the LBS. If they don't like it, that's a sure sign of changing LBS's.

I'm pretty happy with my LBS. I rang yesterday at 16:45. Chap answers so I say "You're obviously open". Says he "No, we shut 45 minutes ago, I just answered out of courtesy. What do you need, are you local and are you stuck?" So I say I need some outer cable and it'll take 15 minutes to get there. The kind man stayed open for an item that I paid £2 for. I was impressed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 March, 2009, 02:44:25 pm
Good service! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 02 March, 2009, 06:03:46 pm
Now then Blah give credit where it's due & tell us the name of your lbs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 02 March, 2009, 09:21:32 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 24 February, 2009, 01:42:25 am
Interesting machine, Chocolatebike! Enjoy  :)

What do you think of the ti fork?



More experience now.
Executive summary:- IT. IS. MARVELLOUS.

I went out this evening and I kept looking if the tyre was going soft*, it was that smooth.
It seems to totally smooth out road buzz and it takes some of the sting out of bigger bumps.
I'm impressed  :thumbsup:





*I believe it's a cliche to say that but I really did look  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 03 March, 2009, 08:04:38 am
Quote from: alan on 02 March, 2009, 06:03:46 pm
Now then Blah give credit where it's due & tell us the name of your lbs

John's bikes in Bath! Highly recommended.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 11:59:57 am
Picked up my Peregrine yesterday

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3615/3324959401_3c411ccc93.jpg?v=0)
[/quote]

Just a quick ride home yesterday, hoping to get out for a proper ride today

EDIT Moved photo to Flickr so Clarion's post below may be redundant. Or he may have really bad eyes :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2009, 12:11:37 pm
Aww - little pic. :(  Any chance of summat bigger, so I don't need a magnifying glass to admire your lovely machine?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 March, 2009, 01:22:48 pm
Very, very nice  :thumbsup:
So much better than the bike that Singular had on their stand at the bike show.

Discs are the way forward IMO for touring, commuting and pootling.

What's the spec Paul ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 01:31:22 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 03 March, 2009, 01:22:48 pm
Very, very nice  :thumbsup:
So much better than the bike that Singular had on their stand at the bike show.

Discs are the way forward IMO for touring, commuting and pootling.

What's the spec Paul ?


Thanks - I've fitted Shimano 105 Triple, Avid BB7 discs and Mavic TN719 rims on XT hubs. May change the bag for a leather Brooks one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2009, 02:18:00 pm
Looks great.  Makes you want to just go out & ride :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 03 March, 2009, 04:03:42 pm
Is Singular a guy who lives near Cheltenham and did he ride the Cotswold Corker a couple of years ago when it was so snowy? Grub and Mal Volio rode that year, and manotea broke his cranks.

Long shot, I know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 04:16:25 pm


Quote from: Blah on 03 March, 2009, 04:03:42 pm
Is Singular a guy who lives near Cheltenham and did he ride the Cotswold Corker a couple of years ago when it was so snowy? Grub and Mal Volio rode that year, and manotea broke his cranks.

Long shot, I know.

According to the website he's  based in Hertfordshire
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2009, 04:40:59 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 04:16:25 pm
According to the website he's  based in Hertfordshire

Nobody's perfect ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 March, 2009, 05:32:50 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 11:59:57 am
Picked up my Peregrine yesterday


you beat me to it!  Mine should be finished next week when I get home and get it built up.. Very similar spec though..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 06:05:03 pm
Quote from: mike on 03 March, 2009, 05:32:50 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 03 March, 2009, 11:59:57 am
Picked up my Peregrine yesterday


you beat me to it!  Mine should be finished next week when I get home and get it built up.. Very similar spec though..

Well I cheated and got the LBS to do the hard work...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 06 March, 2009, 03:28:25 pm
A few more shots from my run at lunchtime


(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3366/3332574549_8f0b13f046.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3628/3333409298_d6711dc0f5.jpg?v=0)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3592/3333408022_2d38743b7d.jpg?v=0)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 07 March, 2009, 05:01:19 pm
I have replaced my Ribble frame with a Sabbath September frame.
Meet 'Ugly Betty'.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3539/3334971005_908551c3c0.jpg)

Named 'Ugly Betty' due to the missus's reaction on seeing the frame for the first time - 'Ugh - Thats ugly'! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 08 March, 2009, 07:33:55 pm
n+1-1

(http://www.pivets.plus.com/znymky/IMG_0404.JPG)

2007 Ribble Audax special, Aluminium frame, Campag Xenon Triple,  Mavic Open Pro wheels.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 08 March, 2009, 08:36:00 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 08 March, 2009, 07:33:55 pm
n+1-1

(http://www.pivets.plus.com/znymky/IMG_0404.JPG)

2007 Ribble Audax special, Aluminium frame, Campag Xenon Triple,  Mavic Open Pro wheels.

MMMmmmm.

I can see you covering many happy miles on that steed.

Enjoy.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 08 March, 2009, 08:39:48 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 07 March, 2009, 05:01:19 pm
I have replaced my Ribble frame with a Sabbath September frame.
Meet 'Ugly Betty'.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3539/3334971005_908551c3c0.jpg)

Named 'Ugly Betty' due to the missus's reaction on seeing the frame for the first time - 'Ugh - Thats ugly'! 

That is very nice.  Very very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 09 March, 2009, 07:50:34 am
Quote from: Andrij on 08 March, 2009, 07:33:55 pm
n+1-1

(http://www.pivets.plus.com/znymky/IMG_0404.JPG)

2007 Ribble Audax special, Aluminium frame, Campag Xenon Triple,  Mavic Open Pro wheels.


Very pretty Andrij!  You'll fly along on audaxes now....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 09 March, 2009, 08:59:21 am
Oh no - Andrij has got a road bike.  There's no catching the bugger now.

*makes note to book a place on Andrij's wheel well ahead of time*

Nice bike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 March, 2009, 05:25:37 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 08 March, 2009, 07:33:55 pm
n+1-1

(http://www.pivets.plus.com/znymky/IMG_0404.JPG)

2007 Ribble Audax special, Aluminium frame, Campag Xenon Triple,  Mavic Open Pro wheels.

And here is mine in the process of being built (by me  :o ) ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/sonofoscarbuild.jpg)

Yes, I know the mudguards need moving closer to the wheels and I know the chain tension leaves much to be desired.  Work in (slow) progress.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 09 March, 2009, 07:25:52 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 09 March, 2009, 08:59:21 am
Oh no - Andrij has got a road bike.  There's no catching the bugger now.

*makes note to book a place on Andrij's wheel well ahead of time*

Nice bike  :thumbsup:

You flatter me! (http://www.bautforum.com/images/smilies/shifty.gif)

I won't be worth following until I get used to this beast.  I hope to use it for an Audax some time in April.

Quote from: Oscars dad on 09 March, 2009, 05:25:37 pm
And here is mine in the process of being built (by me  :o ) ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/sonofoscarbuild.jpg)

Yes, I know the mudguards need moving closer to the wheels and I know the chain tension leaves much to be desired.  Work (slow) progress.

Hmm... maybe we should organise a Ribble Ride.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 09 March, 2009, 07:33:28 pm
It's a plague.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3341472117_7879ae01ca.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 09 March, 2009, 10:34:17 pm
Congrats Andrij  :)

You are going to notice so much difference with that compared to your usual steed - the heaviest bicycle I've ever lifted, I think  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 10 March, 2009, 09:35:22 am
All that building up your strength on a heavier bike will make you a blur. Once you have stopped scaring yourself silly that is. Looking forward to being towed along by you.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 10 March, 2009, 05:59:24 pm
Quote from: adamski on 09 March, 2009, 07:33:28 pm
It's a plague.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3341472117_7879ae01ca.jpg)
A good buy and very good value for money. I have just replaced my Ribble frame with the Sabbath September due to me buying the incorrect sized frame, but I thought it was a good frame.
may I ask how the 'extention' pictured in front of the bike is connected to the bike?
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 10 March, 2009, 06:02:29 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 10 March, 2009, 05:59:24 pm
may I ask how the 'extention' pictured in front of the bike is connected to the bike?
 

Looks like a Topeak Bar X-Tender (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=11337) mounted vertically down from the stem. The pivot is then at right angles to this moving the mounting bit forward.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 10 March, 2009, 06:18:19 pm
Ta Greenback. Looking at the link explains it. Good idea, I think I will get one of them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 11 March, 2009, 07:41:50 am
Greenbank is correct. There's a thread in the Accessories (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5945.msg102352#msg102352) part of the forum about it if you'd like more info.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 11 March, 2009, 09:21:22 am
Quote from: Andrij on 09 March, 2009, 07:25:52 pm
Hmm... maybe we should organise a Ribble Ride.  :)

I'll be up for that in a couple of months although mine won't be blue or Aluminium... :) :) :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 11 March, 2009, 02:37:13 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 11 March, 2009, 09:21:22 am
Quote from: Andrij on 09 March, 2009, 07:25:52 pm
Hmm... maybe we should organise a Ribble Ride.  :)

I'll be up for that in a couple of months although mine won't be blue or Aluminium... :) :) :)

I can bring along a can of spray paint.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 02:37:20 pm
My new longer-distance Audax set-up.

Instead of a bar bag (which I never liked using) and a Barley Saddlebag (not quite big enough to stash overnight food rations as well as clothing for mixed weather conditions) I thought I'd try a Rack and Rack-Pack.

This is a Creek2Peak Rackpack on a Tortec Ultralight rack.  £40 for the pair and seems about perfect capacity-wise.  If I can avoid filling it, I may use it for shorter rides but I tend to carry too much so I may revert to Barley to avoid doing so

The Jury is still out on the Topeak TriBag (small bag behind quill-stem) as my knees clip it when I'm climbing out of the saddle.  More of an irritation than a problem)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Audaxsetupemail.jpg?t=1236868295)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 12 March, 2009, 03:10:28 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 02:37:20 pm
cbaggaley@btinternet.com

The Jury is still out on the Topeak TriBag (small bag behind quill-stem)


I too have recently put one of these on my bike to give instant access to maltloaf,mars bars,cake etc but am not sure it will be a permenant feature.

Interestingly I am considering adding a Barley to the tourer because I find I am putting more & more into the bar bag & increasing the weight to a degree that is noticeable on the steering.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 12 March, 2009, 03:23:43 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 02:37:20 pm
My new longer-distance Audax set-up.

Looking good. Now all you need to do is ditch the drops, fit tri-bars and get rid of those excessive gears and you've got my Audax bike.

Red and white frame: check
Brooks: check
Tortec rack: check
Creek2Peak rack pack: check
Topeak TriBag: check
Rixen&Kaul Minimap: check
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 03:34:30 pm
Quote from: alan on 12 March, 2009, 03:10:28 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 02:37:20 pm
cbaggaley@btinternet.com

The Jury is still out on the Topeak TriBag (small bag behind quill-stem)


I too have recently put one of these on my bike to give instant access to maltloaf,mars bars,cake etc but am not sure it will be a permenant feature.

Interestingly I am considering adding a Barley to the tourer because I find I am putting more & more into the bar bag & increasing the weight to a degree that is noticeable on the steering.

The Barley is just about perfect for any day ride or possibly longer, fair-weather, credit card touring.  A couple of toe-clip straps through the external D-rings, for wet-gear, make it even more practical.

The buckles are a faff sometimes but worth it for the looks imo.

The idea behind the Rack Pack is that you open the lid with a zip and everything is there.  On the Midhurst 600 I eventually lost the necessary will to unpack/pack the Barley carefully enough.

Note.  I can't help thinking that the Tortec rack sits unneccessarily high.  It's a 700c bike so why the need for such a gap between top of mudguard and bottom of rack I don't know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 12 March, 2009, 03:39:00 pm
Exactly. I have a Barley for rides up to 400km. It's just not quite big enough for what I want to carry on a 600 (although I know some people did PBP with just a Barley).

I'm using my Creek2Peak rack pack for the forthcoming ride up to Edinburgh because I have to carry extra clothes and other stuff as there are no bag drops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 03:54:06 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 12 March, 2009, 03:39:00 pm
Exactly. I have a Barley for rides up to 400km. It's just not quite big enough for what I want to carry on a 600 (although I know some people did PBP with just a Barley).

I'm using my Creek2Peak rack pack for the forthcoming ride up to Edinburgh because I have to carry extra clothes and other stuff as there are no bag drops.

Any photos of your setup (with Tortec)?  I'd like to see how high it sits in relation to rear wheel.  My Blackburn Rack was much tighter to the wheel. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 12 March, 2009, 04:01:08 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 03:54:06 pm
Any photos of your setup (with Tortec)?  I'd like to see how high it sits in relation to rear wheel.  My Blackburn Rack was much tighter to the wheel. 

It's been moved back to level since this photo was taken:-

http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/tempo/tempo7.jpg

Updated photo to come as I'll be fitting the Creek2Peak rack pack and Topeak TriBag in preparation for Sunday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 March, 2009, 04:21:46 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 03:54:06 pm
Any photos of your setup (with Tortec)?  I'd like to see how high it sits in relation to rear wheel.  My Blackburn Rack was much tighter to the wheel. 

It does sit quite high.  I'd be tempted to cut the vertical stays shorter, hammer a new flat on each one and re-drill the holes to make it sit closer to the wheel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 12 March, 2009, 04:41:42 pm
About a year back there was a thread in BR about racks and their height above 700c wheels.  I was going to change from current Topeak Super Tourist to a Tortec Ultralight but decided not to as it may have looked strange(er) without mudguards.   The Topeak would be better without the "landing strip" but sits a bit lower and the pack is also slightly lower.  At my age I struggle getting my leg over early in the day - almost impossible after a good ride.




must stress that I do nothing like the miles that most of you guys do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 12 March, 2009, 06:52:21 pm
Quote from: Chris N on 12 March, 2009, 04:21:46 pm
I'd be tempted to cut the vertical stays shorter

I have done with no problems at all. I just cut the flat sections off and drilled from the drain hole at the rear, through to the front. It's dropped mine about 35mm which doesn't sound too much but it looks better.

You can't hammer flat because it's solid at the bottom where a metal plug is inserted before they are actually flattened in the manufacturing process.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 March, 2009, 07:35:42 pm
Good fix.  I'd forgotten that they were made from tube and not solid rod.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 07:43:33 pm
It seems like quite an oversight, to make an 'ultralight' rack, too large.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 12 March, 2009, 10:55:43 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 March, 2009, 02:37:20 pm
My new longer-distance Audax set-up.

I used a similar set up on PBP, my rack pack had fold down mini - panniers though - ideal!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 12 March, 2009, 11:47:35 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3538/3349525537_be1d93bcec_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/27476738@N04/3349525537/)
My Dahon Jetstream XP 2004 model, upgraded with DualDrive hub for utterly ridiculous but useful gear range. I've since changed the saddle and pedals, might get round to taking more pics of it sometime. Haven't got any pics of my Cadenza, yet.
BTW it was late afternoon, auto flash on the camera, hence demonstration that Schwalbe's reflective strips work.

Why don't the links Flickr want you to use work? I'm not complying with their T&Cs, but only because this was the only way to show the photo & not a link!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 March, 2009, 06:49:34 am
Does your ISP account give free webspace?  Just upload the pictures to there - you don't need an FTP program as Windows Explorer does the job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 13 March, 2009, 08:33:25 am
Quote from: StuAff on 12 March, 2009, 11:47:35 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3538/3349525537_700d234d5a.jpg?v=0)

My Dahon Jetstream XP 2004 model, upgraded with DualDrive hub for utterly ridiculous but useful gear range. I've since changed the saddle and pedals, might get round to taking more pics of it sometime. Haven't got any pics of my Cadenza, yet.

Beautiful bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 13 March, 2009, 10:35:12 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 March, 2009, 06:49:34 am
Does your ISP account give free webspace?  Just upload the pictures to there - you don't need an FTP program as Windows Explorer does the job.
Good point. Might do that. I looked at the thread on getting the Flickr links to work & nothing I did made them play ball. It's just stupid that what they say you should do to link to an image- and the links themselves- just don't work in practice. If anyone has got them to work, I'd like to know how.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 13 March, 2009, 10:37:52 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 13 March, 2009, 08:33:25 am
Beautiful bike!
Why thank you (you can't really see the nicks and scratches on the pic!). Looking a bit less gorgeous today, just been out for ten miles in moist and muddy roads, so it'll be washed at the weekend. Again...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Craig on 13 March, 2009, 11:54:00 am
Quote from: StuAff on 13 March, 2009, 10:35:12 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 March, 2009, 06:49:34 am
Does your ISP account give free webspace?  Just upload the pictures to there - you don't need an FTP program as Windows Explorer does the job.
Good point. Might do that. I looked at the thread on getting the Flickr links to work & nothing I did made them play ball. It's just stupid that what they say you should do to link to an image- and the links themselves- just don't work in practice. If anyone has got them to work, I'd like to know how.
Flickr provide HTML code for linking to the image. To link to an image on this forum, you need to use BBCode. If you are using Firefox with Greasemonkey there's a few scripts that will provide the required BBCode for each image.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 14 March, 2009, 12:12:02 am
Quote from: Craig on 13 March, 2009, 11:54:00 am
Flickr provide HTML code for linking to the image. To link to an image on this forum, you need to use BBCode. If you are using Firefox with Greasemonkey there's a few scripts that will provide the required BBCode for each image.
Thanks Craig, found one or two scripts that work, so modified the post with the photo. Nothing like that for Safari I think, but not a problem to use Firefox instead.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 14 March, 2009, 05:16:00 pm
Quote from: StuAff on 13 March, 2009, 10:35:12 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 March, 2009, 06:49:34 am
Does your ISP account give free webspace?  Just upload the pictures to there - you don't need an FTP program as Windows Explorer does the job.
Good point. Might do that. I looked at the thread on getting the Flickr links to work & nothing I did made them play ball. It's just stupid that what they say you should do to link to an image- and the links themselves- just don't work in practice. If anyone has got them to work, I'd like to know how.

 Stuaff to link photo's from flickr, grab the image url and paste it between image tags {img}photo image url{/img} with the correct brackets []

 Flickr like links to refer you to the photo's home page so I use the following with the itallics replaced with the correct url link and the {} brackets replaced with square brackets[]
{url=Photo page url link}{img}Rightclick viewimagelink{/img}{/url}
That way you see the image and clicking it takes you to the Flickr page.

here it is in practise, if you hit the quote button you should see how it works.

 
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3451/3270782854_02026be875.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/3270782854/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 14 March, 2009, 11:23:24 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 14 March, 2009, 05:16:00 pm
Quote from: StuAff on 13 March, 2009, 10:35:12 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 March, 2009, 06:49:34 am
Does your ISP account give free webspace?  Just upload the pictures to there - you don't need an FTP program as Windows Explorer does the job.
Good point. Might do that. I looked at the thread on getting the Flickr links to work & nothing I did made them play ball. It's just stupid that what they say you should do to link to an image- and the links themselves- just don't work in practice. If anyone has got them to work, I'd like to know how.

 Stuaff to link photo's from flickr, grab the image url and paste it between image tags {img}photo image url{/img} with the correct brackets []

 Flickr like links to refer you to the photo's home page so I use the following with the itallics replaced with the correct url link and the {} brackets replaced with square brackets[]
{url=Photo page url link}{img}Rightclick viewimagelink{/img}{/url}
That way you see the image and clicking it takes you to the Flickr page.

here it is in practise, if you hit the quote button you should see how it works.

 
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3451/3270782854_02026be875.jpg?v=0) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/3270782854/)
Thanks for that, Greasemonkey & scripts gave me the same result as it turned out (I amended my post with the revised link), but it's handy to know the manual way to do it as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 15 March, 2009, 12:02:18 am
Greasemonkey & scripts?  Which one  did you use? it would be handy to have an automated way of doing it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 15 March, 2009, 12:09:45 am
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 15 March, 2009, 12:02:18 am
Greasemonkey & scripts?  Which one  did you use? it would be handy to have an automated way of doing it.
Having checked, Flickr BCCode Generator Flickr BBCode Generator for Greasemonkey (http://userscripts.org/scripts/show/4771)
Install Greasemonkey, then that, and you get the BCC code script ready to use on the 'All Sizes' page. It links back to the original page as per your demo & Flickr's T&Cs. Phorumr also does the same job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 March, 2009, 10:29:13 am
Yesterday PaulD looked at my MonstaThorn after the Wiltshire White Horses and commented that is was turning into an 'Uber machine'. 

I felt so proud of her  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jaded on 15 March, 2009, 11:26:38 am
Quote from: StuAff on 14 March, 2009, 12:12:02 am
Quote from: Craig on 13 March, 2009, 11:54:00 am
Flickr provide HTML code for linking to the image. To link to an image on this forum, you need to use BBCode. If you are using Firefox with Greasemonkey there's a few scripts that will provide the required BBCode for each image.
Thanks Craig, found one or two scripts that work, so modified the post with the photo. Nothing like that for Safari I think, but not a problem to use Firefox instead.

Go to the photo. Choose all sizes. Choose the size you want to display, then right click and copy image address. Paste this in here. Against the rules of Flickr, but I have a paid account, so I break the rules!  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 05:56:52 pm
Finally ready, after the bike shop took four effing months to re-spray it.

Before:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3173/2954440037_441a52ebb2.jpg)

After:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3138/3356385341_38100d4170.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3241/3356385335_ba19d944b7.jpg)

Supposedly the colour's metallic orange, though it looks more coppery to me, or "Seventies Brown" as an uncharitable person put it.  Hey, I likes it :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2009, 06:52:49 pm
SHUT IT!

(http://www.channel4.com/4car/media/features/2004/ford-film-cars/03-large/ford-cars-consul-real.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 15 March, 2009, 07:00:52 pm
Hell of a fork rake, the front wheel must enter a county a full 5 minutes before the rider... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2009, 07:03:22 pm
Slack old head angle, so it needs it.  Was it originally an MTB frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 09:33:59 pm
Aye, it was a mid-eighties MTB in its first life.  I bought the frame and forks second-hand, though that's my own fork you see on there. 

Eighties/nineties MTBs do this sort of job perfectly.  It's the second conversion I've made.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 15 March, 2009, 09:41:11 pm
 I thought I had tuned in to 'Orange County Choppers'  ;)

 Nice colour definite improvement.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 09:55:24 pm
You should have seen the original forks...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3423/3357970756_1fe8ccbc9a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 March, 2009, 09:22:35 am
They're actually quite nice.

At least it was a Dakar, and not the Sitting Bull, which, IIRC, was Peugeot's first VTT, and weighed more than a bus (and rode like one, too!).

The new forks do seem to push the front end up a bit much...

But it looks much better in its new colourscheme, and my dad will be pleased you chose the colour he selected for his MkIV Cortina - Oyster Gold.

Saddle's at a jaunty angle :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chillmoister on 16 March, 2009, 05:37:55 pm
for those that like a bit of 'Stacker Porn'  ;)  ...here's my N+1 which arrived late last week into the Chillmoister stable:

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/Thorn%20Audax%20MK3/15032009188.jpg)

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/Thorn%20Audax%20MK3/17032009191.jpg)

it is of course a Thorn Audax MK3, 55cm Medium in the basic 'SJSC Special spec'. The only main upgrade was the Shimano N73 dyno hub to drive the B&M Cyo.  The Brooks B17 Champion has been lifted from my Thorn Raven Tour (replaced with a standard black B17 on that).  It's inaugural Audax will be this weekend as it joins LEE, Keeks, Swarm_Catcher and Urban Biker on our 300K Denmead Perm.  I've put in about 150K on it since it's arrived and it's going like a dream  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 March, 2009, 06:28:56 pm
Quote from: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 09:55:24 pm
You should have seen the original forks...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3423/3357970756_1fe8ccbc9a.jpg)

They look perfect.

Did I miss something? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 March, 2009, 06:30:42 pm
Quote from: chillmoister on 16 March, 2009, 05:37:55 pm
for those that like a bit of 'Stacker Porn'  ;)  ...here's my N+1 which arrived late last week into the Chillmoister stable:

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/15032009188.jpg)

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/16032009190.jpg)

it is of course a Thorn Audax MK3, 55cm Medium in the basic 'SJSC Special spec'. The only main upgrade was the Shimano N73 dyno hub to drive the B&M Cyo.  The Brooks B17 Champion has been lifted from my Thorn Reven Tour (replaced with a standard black B17 on that).  It's inaugural Audax will be this weekend as it joins LEE, Keeks, Swarm_Catcher and Urban Biker on our 300K Denmead Perm.  I've put in about 150K on it since it's arrived and it's going like a dream  :thumbsup:

Looking forward to having a go on it although I can't afford it to be much nicer than my current Audax bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 March, 2009, 06:47:27 pm
Quote from: LEE on 16 March, 2009, 06:28:56 pm
Quote from: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 09:55:24 pm
You should have seen the original forks...


They look perfect.

Did I miss something? 

They were fine - but the rake was even more pronounced.

I changed them cos they lack the mounts for low-riders.

Oh, and clarion - the saddle's straight.  You must be looking at it it in a jaunty way ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 March, 2009, 06:48:04 pm
Quote from: chillmoister on 16 March, 2009, 05:37:55 pm
for those that like a bit of 'Stacker Porn'  ;)  ...here's my N+1 which arrived late last week into the Chillmoister stable:

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/15032009188.jpg)

(http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo237/chillmoister/16032009190.jpg)

it is of course a Thorn Audax MK3, 55cm Medium in the basic 'SJSC Special spec'. The only main upgrade was the Shimano N73 dyno hub to drive the B&M Cyo.  The Brooks B17 Champion has been lifted from my Thorn Reven Tour (replaced with a standard black B17 on that).  It's inaugural Audax will be this weekend as it joins LEE, Keeks, Swarm_Catcher and Urban Biker on our 300K Denmead Perm.  I've put in about 150K on it since it's arrived and it's going like a dream  :thumbsup:

That's very nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 18 March, 2009, 03:26:49 pm
My *new* Spesh RatHopper!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/RatHop3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2009, 03:33:35 pm
I'm loving that the RTB/original hybrid idea is coming back again.  Solid beasts that can handle anything you throw at them :thumbsup:

Nice job, oncemore, though the choice of guard is a bit garish ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 18 March, 2009, 03:48:53 pm
Blimey.  You could drive a bus under that fork crown.  Wossatallabout then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 18 March, 2009, 03:57:06 pm
Suspension correction my dear

There there, dry your eyes now my dear, I know the freaky forked bike was rather unsettling for you

*big hug - all better*

Its the saddle with the case of erectile disfunction that I find to be the most disturbing thing myself...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 18 March, 2009, 04:32:00 pm
"Suspension correction my dear"

Correct sir!

The saddle is really quite comfortable.

And the 'grds were simply what I had on the shelf!

Bought it mostly as is - without wheels/saddle/pedals (and yes 'grds!) stuck me for less than 80 notes. OK I reckon for quite a nice Ritchey Logic steel frame and most of the bits.

As its name - a RatBike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 18 March, 2009, 05:13:57 pm
I had the same frame once which I built up as a singlespeed MTB but then sold on to a friend.
It then got nicked :(

A very nice frame.  I'd buy another if I could.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 18 March, 2009, 10:43:21 pm
How is the reach on the rat bike?
Does it have a longer reach, being designed for flat bars or is it not the case?

I didn't think there was generally a difference. But Cotic mention that they do a dropped bar specific version of the road rat frame with shorter top tube:

the Product of COTIC cycles : ROADRAT (http://www.cotic.co.uk/product/roadrat)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 19 March, 2009, 08:47:51 am
Quote from: Deano on 15 March, 2009, 09:55:24 pm
You should have seen the original forks...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3423/3357970756_1fe8ccbc9a.jpg)

I actually think it looks quite nice...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 19 March, 2009, 10:11:27 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 March, 2009, 10:43:21 pm
How is the reach on the rat bike?
Does it have a longer reach, being designed for flat bars or is it not the case?

I didn't think there was generally a difference. But Cotic mention that they do a dropped bar specific version of the road rat frame with shorter top tube:

the Product of COTIC cycles : ROADRAT (http://www.cotic.co.uk/product/roadrat)

In general I would say, yes, relatively long top tubes on most mtbs. So even with flats with relatively long legs for my height I'd go with a "small" frame and have lots of seat post out. On this Rocky it's OK cos a very short stem and extended steerer to get the bar tops level with the saddle. Seems to fit OK!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 March, 2009, 05:40:57 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/claudwithguards.jpg)

This is Claud, now with guards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 March, 2009, 08:02:54 am
The Workenback - upgraded:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Workenback002.jpg)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Workenback003.jpg)

New stem, brakes and 'guards; Ergos transferred from Monty (the tandem - who is getting the maguras); and a wipe with an oily rag.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 March, 2009, 04:45:13 pm
Banzai!  Tora! Tora! Tora!

(http://www.peeble.com/tt.jpg)

84 inches of insanity, ready for the first "10" of the year.  And I will take off the bottle cage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 22 March, 2009, 05:18:53 pm
My race bike in TT mode.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/P3210433.jpg)

The saddle's not supposed to be like that.  Today's 25 was a little uncomfortable (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=229.msg302459#msg302459) towards the end...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 22 March, 2009, 10:26:45 pm
One fixie fewer, Charlotte dear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 22 March, 2009, 10:31:46 pm
Very high front end Anty C. !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 22 March, 2009, 10:38:03 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 March, 2009, 08:02:54 am
The Workenback - upgraded:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/Workenback002.jpg)
New stem, brakes and 'guards; Ergos transferred from Monty (the tandem - who is getting the maguras); and a wipe with an oily rag.

See you on the road "soon" then?!  ;)

I'll be taking Obelix, the Pompino, to Derby daily fairly soon. Nice to see you back too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 23 March, 2009, 09:59:30 am
Introducing the magpie. Black and white with a penchant for shiny things. And yes, I'm sorry, that is a black and white chain.

(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/DSCF2034.jpg)

And no, the padlock is not part of the saddle, it's just my poor photography...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 23 March, 2009, 10:03:51 am

Nice!

Quote from: Tom M on 23 March, 2009, 09:59:30 am


And no, the padlock is not part of the saddle, it's just my poor photography...

Even better if it DID have a Prince Albert.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 23 March, 2009, 10:26:04 am
Quote from: Tom M on 23 March, 2009, 09:59:30 am
And yes, I'm sorry, that is a black slack  and white chain.



FTFY ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 23 March, 2009, 10:27:31 am
Quote from: Chris N on 22 March, 2009, 10:26:45 pm
One fixie fewer, Charlotte dear.

They don't do grammar pedant stickers, though  :P

Quote from: Frenchie on 22 March, 2009, 10:31:46 pm
Very high front end Anty C. !

Yeah, I know.  They're newly installed forks and I may drop it down a spacer or two, but in the main that's how I have my bikes because I have long legs, short arms and a dodgy back.

Very nice bike, Tom.  I didn't have you pegged for a trackie!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am
Completed on Saturday night and ridden for the first time yesterday - my Principia Evolution 2004 (7020 aluminium), with Campag Chorus 2008 groupset, Zonda wheels, Thomson X2 stem, Ritchey white alloy bars and Peloton road pedals, and Michelin Pro Race 3 Ivory tyres. It feels light, stiff and fast - which is just as well as I'm going to be racing on it this year!

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg)

[edit] And the rest.
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg?t=1237820133)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2009, 10:44:16 am
Shiny! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 March, 2009, 10:59:00 am
Just ordered n+1 for use in New York for the next few months :)

(http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/dawes/images/sst_blu_600.jpg)

Dawes SST (which is short for Supersonic Transport  ::-) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 23 March, 2009, 05:13:05 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 March, 2009, 10:59:00 am
Dawes SST (which is short for Supersonic Transport  ::-) )

It does:
CONCORDE SST - The Definitive Concorde Aircraft Site on the Internet (http://www.concordesst.com/)
Well Concorde did deserve this appellation...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 23 March, 2009, 05:15:42 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg)

That's lovely. Could use a matching silver Thomson post, but nice all the same. Good job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 March, 2009, 05:15:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am
Completed on Saturday night and ridden for the first time yesterday - my Principia Evolution 2004 (7020 aluminium), with Campag Chorus 2008 groupset, Zonda wheels, Thomson X2 stem, Ritchey white alloy bars and Peloton road pedals, and Michelin Pro Race 3 Ivory tyres. It feels light, stiff and fast - which is just as well as I'm going to be racing on it this year!

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg)

[edit] And the rest.
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg?t=1237820133)

Very nice.  Did you intend your new bike to match the kitchen or was that just a Brucie Bonus?

Oh, and that hose looks a bit slack!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 23 March, 2009, 05:17:42 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am
[edit] And the rest.
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg?t=1237820133)

That's a big map holder mounted underneath those tri-bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 23 March, 2009, 05:26:50 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 23 March, 2009, 05:17:42 pm
That's a big map holder mounted underneath those tri-bars.


 ;) When you're as good at getting lost as I am, it's a big help! That's actually the front rack for the Raleigh Randonneur at the back there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2009, 05:27:37 pm
Tribars fitted to your table?  That's dedication! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 23 March, 2009, 05:27:46 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 23 March, 2009, 05:15:42 pm
That's lovely. Could use a matching silver Thomson post, but nice all the same. Good job.

I did consider a Use Ti post, but the expense put me off!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 23 March, 2009, 05:47:21 pm
No need.  The cranks, seat post and forks make a nice triangle effect.  Lovely looking bling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 March, 2009, 06:01:41 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 23 March, 2009, 10:26:04 am
Quote from: Tom M on 23 March, 2009, 09:59:30 am
And yes, I'm sorry, that is a black slack  and white chain.



FTFY ;D

Normally we frown on the FTFY thing, but  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 23 March, 2009, 06:08:36 pm
Quote from: GruB on 23 March, 2009, 05:47:21 pm
No need.  The cranks, seat post and forks make a nice triangle effect.  Lovely looking bling.
Agreed. Given that you're kinda stuck with black for the ergo levers and forks, it makes sense to balance that with some black further back. Not too sure about the bottle cages thobutt. Maybe some plain stainless steel would look better.  :-\

But I'm just jealous really. Lovely bike. A guy I know has a Principia: he's named it "The Prince of Denmark".  8)

BTW, do I recognise those tri bars?  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 23 March, 2009, 09:12:44 pm
Quote from: eck on 23 March, 2009, 06:08:36 pm
Not too sure about the bottle cages... Maybe some plain stainless steel would look better.
I did ponder this also, but was suffering from carbon-lust when I placed my order!

Quote from: eck on 23 March, 2009, 06:08:36 pm
...do I recognise those tri bars?
You should do! I used them a couple of times last year to good effect and will invest in a new set of clamp-on aero bars for time trailing with The Silver Machine this year. :thumbsup: Do they come in white?! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 23 March, 2009, 09:20:34 pm
Quote from: Oscars dad on 23 March, 2009, 05:15:58 pm
Oh, and that hose looks a bit slack!
He uses the hose to lock the brommie up. It's more secure than not locking it to a pub table!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 23 March, 2009, 09:47:05 pm
Nice job Tokamak, that looks the business, will look out for you!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 23 March, 2009, 10:37:20 pm
That's a well-put-together looking piece of kit Erron.

Good wheels.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 24 March, 2009, 11:36:14 am
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/MyBikes.jpg?t=1237820133)

What is going on with the saddle on the fixer?!!! I've not seen that before - you've surpassed the hideousness of the yellow bar tape you used to have on the Rando with that one!!! It is 2009  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 24 March, 2009, 11:44:38 am
That's a Jan Ullrich signature Selle Italia Turbomatic 3 saddle - pure class mate! ;) 20 quid at a jumble (new and unused). I've not made my mind up yet whether it stays or not - the Turbomatic 2 seen on the Rando is very comfortable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 March, 2009, 05:54:10 pm
Introducing Son of Oscar. 

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/FinishedSonofOscar.jpg)

The story goes like this ...

Back in 2005 I bought Oscar the Orbea. 

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/oscaratgreenman.jpg)

He is a smashing bike but the wrong choice for me, I should have got a frame that would take a rack and mudguards.  I couldn't justify buying a completely new bike so came up with the idea of getting a new or second hand frame and swapping over Oscar's Shimano Sora components.  A few weeks back Blah of this parish was enthusing about his new Ribble frame (c£130 including carbon forks).  This was the answer I was looking for and out came the credit card.

I have never built a bike before and am not known for my technical aptitude.  I have to say, the build went very well and I am delighted with the result.  I had some much appreciated help from good people here and my dad wielding a large hammer and spanner was needed to remove the bottom bracket.

I am particularly pleased with the Brooks B17 Imperial ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/FinishedSonofOscar3.jpg)

And the brass bell from  Freshtripe purveyors of some beautiful retro and fixie gear (http://www.freshtripe.co.uk/Freshtripe/Home.html)

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/bell.jpg)

So Son of Oscar  is off on his first proper ride this Friday night (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=12973.150)

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/FinishedSonofOscar1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 25 March, 2009, 09:24:11 pm
Here's my Pogliaghi, a bit of a mashup of fancy crimped columbus tubing, 105/DA transmission and pedals, second hand wheels and a very comfy seat.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi.jpg)

I love it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jezzasnr on 25 March, 2009, 09:45:34 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 25 March, 2009, 09:24:11 pm
Here's my Pogliaghi, a bit of a mashup of fancy crimped columbus tubing, 105/DA transmission and pedals, second hand wheels and a very comfy seat.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi.jpg)

I love it.

I'm not sure why, but i really like that. Always lots of nice on here, but that strikes a chord for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 25 March, 2009, 10:33:10 pm
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg)

Very tidy Erron  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 26 March, 2009, 08:31:32 am
Quote from: PaulR on 25 March, 2009, 09:24:11 pm
Here's my Pogliaghi, a bit of a mashup of fancy crimped columbus tubing, 105/DA transmission and pedals, second hand wheels and a very comfy seat.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi.jpg)

I love it.

I like it too, bar the saddle.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 26 March, 2009, 10:20:23 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 26 March, 2009, 08:31:32 am
Quote from: PaulR on 25 March, 2009, 09:24:11 pm
Here's my Pogliaghi, a bit of a mashup of fancy crimped columbus tubing, 105/DA transmission and pedals, second hand wheels and a very comfy seat.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi.jpg)

I love it.

I like it too, bar the saddle.  :thumbsup:

Would a San Marco Rolls cheer you up?  Or a blue suede Selle Italia Turbo?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 27 March, 2009, 09:09:26 am
My new fix:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3147/3389626632_43b1be1f28.jpg?v=0)

Built up for LEL.  Best get some miles in on it, make sure it's comfy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 27 March, 2009, 09:18:14 am
Very tastefully done Chris N - like it :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 March, 2009, 10:39:14 am
Nice and minimalistic.  Suits you sir.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 27 March, 2009, 11:32:46 am
That's v.v. nice Chris.
Are you keeping the Roadrat?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 27 March, 2009, 11:45:03 am
Thanks chaps, I'm rather pleased with it.  It's fast too.

Quote from: GruB on 27 March, 2009, 10:39:14 am
Nice and minimalistic.  Suits you sir.

Plenty of crap* left to strap to it yet, don't you worry.  I'll definitely be keeping the Roadrat too - that's about to have some fatter knobbly tyres fitted to it for HONC (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=11906.0).

*tri bars, HRM, GPS, lights, tri bag, big saddlebag, etc., etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 March, 2009, 09:14:40 pm
Pimp My Ride
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3539/3390045437_1a4f96f193.jpg?v=0)

My mate's just given me a new saddle for my favourite bike.  :thumbsup:

Just how tasteful is that, eh?  8) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 March, 2009, 09:47:49 pm
Lovely. 653? Looks like early Campagnolo Ergo as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: smiles on 27 March, 2009, 09:51:10 pm
Nice looking bike Eck, I'd like one like that
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 March, 2009, 09:54:47 pm
 :-[
Cheers Rhys W and Marksmiles. Yes 653, my only custom frame, November 1996. Was all Chorus, but I replaced the chainset and mechs with Racing Triple when they relaxed the mudguard rule for audaxes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 March, 2009, 01:05:32 am
Colour coded well mate.   :thumbsup:  Looks too nice to ride.  I suggest you just look at it for a month  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 March, 2009, 03:19:24 pm
After its excursion on Friday night, and with the clocks changing, I converted the hub-geared bike to summer mode.  No lights:

(http://www.peeble.com/bikesun1.jpg)

It wasn't actually very messy (London dirt isn't as white as Swindon dirt) so I just gave the Sturmey AM a shot of oil as an apology for the stupid torque it had to endure up Chinnor Hill, and Proofided the Brooks.

(http://www.peeble.com/bikesun2.jpg)

And I hung up the dynamo wheel until the Dun Run.  Or the next Oxford-London jaunt, anyway.  When you have a Sturmey on the back, a track hub isn't any disadvantage because you always have a spanner with you.  Hopefully.

(http://www.peeble.com/bikesun3.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 29 March, 2009, 08:51:14 pm
My My RZ - that is one tight chain. Almost like you cranked it up to top C on the violin before you took the pic, knowing where you'd be posting it....


 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 March, 2009, 09:08:05 pm
Actually, it's not fixie-tight, and isn't supposed to be.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 30 March, 2009, 10:27:19 am
I'm going to have a bash at TTs this season and my road bike has a comfortably long head tube leaving me about as aero as an outside privy, and planet X had a sale on, so it seemed a good excuse for an N+1 moment:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1720.jpg)

need to get:
 - pimpy front wheel
 - pointy helmet

& most importantly:
 - about 2 stone lighter and much more flexible, so I can drop the front a bit :)

Will post comical pics of me actually riding the beast when I can, then you can all take the piss.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 30 March, 2009, 10:45:40 am
Ooh, lovely. Nice PowerTap too...

Wassat semi-clear plastic thing in a black cage thing on the downtube? Don't usually see them on TT bikes. ;)

After n+1 (Ribble Scuro HCX) arrives, next year's tax free (n+1)+1 will probably be a similar TT bike. I wonder if I can sneak a PowerTap wheel into the spec for a Cyclescheme bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 30 March, 2009, 11:59:50 am
Can you get a fag paper between that back wheel and the frame?  :o

Things will come to an abrupt halt if your back tyre picks up, say - a sticky, tarry bit of road grit, surely?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 30 March, 2009, 12:08:35 pm
;D it's not as bad as all that, the angle of the photo is slightly misleading - there's probably a couple of mm...   

I tried it for the first time yesterday, it feels like I'm a lot further forward than normal, with my head right over the brake caliper.  Really quite scary...   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 March, 2009, 12:31:11 pm
Mike,

Do you really need an excuse for a N+1 moment?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 30 March, 2009, 01:04:40 pm
The RatHopper has now changed from Version 1

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/RatHop3.jpg)

to Version 2 and a bit

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/RatRock5.jpg)

Like all good Rat Bikes the mechanicals are sound (new splined XT b/b and latest Deore cranks - last year's LX I reckon). Spesh Stout wheels. The shorter forks (by a bit less than 2") do make the front a little quicker, but an acceptable trade off for the improved aesthetics! Vs instead of cantis. And flat bar controls cos I prefer them.

Version 3 if it comes to pass will have straight non-risers and bar ends!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 March, 2009, 01:10:29 pm
Improved aesthetics?  Not with that stem, matey! :o

But it looks like a purposeful machine.  Shame about the change from drops, but hey - whatever suits you :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 30 March, 2009, 01:18:02 pm
Ah yes, the stem! Well, right length, right price - and DDG downhill stems are pretty damn 'ard!

Can't be doing with drops - if I have the tops at a height I find comfortable then I simply NEVER  use the dropped bit - too low for me to reach without pain. And compared with equivalent quality/price kit the braking effeciency is IMO rubbish. I am much quicker downhill on flat bars simply because the braking is so much better!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 March, 2009, 01:24:12 pm
Fair point - and my use of the drops is becoming rarer, so I do know what you mean.  Flat bars hurt me though (I think the discovery that my ulna is longer than normal may explain this).  As I say - whatever suits.

Oh - and the stem may be ugly, but it's hardly noticable when you zoom past! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arallsopp on 31 March, 2009, 08:46:21 am
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3610/3399083457_5581aa4407_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36463803@N08/3399083457/)

My 2009 Furai SLII, resting up in the driveway after a quick spin. Yes... the rear derailleur is that low.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 10:41:10 am
THAT is very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 11:14:26 am
But it's enormous!  How do you climb up to that seat? ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arallsopp on 31 March, 2009, 11:19:47 am
Oncemore: We thank you. She is lovely. Even with discs front and rear (forced on the Furai) she still feels near weightless. This is probably due to cutting my bent legs on an SMGTe weighing about 6 times as much as the RatHopper :)

Clarion: Simple. Walk up the return chainline and swing around the idler.  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 31 March, 2009, 11:21:30 am
that does look fantastic - I've never wanted a 'bent before...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 11:26:41 am
It looks like enormous fun.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arallsopp on 31 March, 2009, 12:02:41 pm
Quote from: mike on 31 March, 2009, 11:21:30 am
that does look fantastic - I've never wanted a 'bent before...

Ah... come on over. The dark side is all shiny and bright these days. Anyway, with your new TT bike, you're headed the same way. You've already got your butt level with your head. That just leaves the feet, and you'll be recumbent anyway. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 31 March, 2009, 12:08:26 pm
That's av.nice rec. :thumbsup:
Some cheeky bleeder has tried to nick your bike parking space & has also had the cheek to lean his car on your superior vehicle. :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harrumph on 31 March, 2009, 12:12:11 pm
Quote from: mike on 31 March, 2009, 11:21:30 am
that does look fantastic - I've never wanted a 'bent before...
Evere seen one of these (http://www.bentrideronline.com/2004Feb/velokraft_racer_2.htm)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arallsopp on 31 March, 2009, 12:32:42 pm
Quote from: alan on 31 March, 2009, 12:08:26 pm
That's av.nice rec. :thumbsup:
Some cheeky bleeder has tried to nick your bike parking space & has also had the cheek to lean his car on your superior vehicle. :o

LOL. That's not a car. That's the stand. Its a little over-engineered, I'll admit, but being free-roaming, it does keep the weight down on the bent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 02:58:26 pm
Can't remember why I sold this one, really! It was quite light and a nice ride!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/bent1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 03:02:54 pm
Whereas this one desperately needs a new, caring, owner if anyone's got a 100 quid to save a classic, veteran, 'bent (first "European" production 'bent I believe!). Less than 500 miles since new, guv!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/roul1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 31 March, 2009, 03:08:46 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 02:58:26 pm
Can't remember why I sold this one, really! It was quite light and a nice ride!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/bent1.jpg)

Hey - I've got one just like that!

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 31 March, 2009, 03:23:42 pm
Quote from: mike on 30 March, 2009, 10:27:19 am

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1720.jpg)
 then you can all take the piss.  ::-)

I've never seen a TT frame done up for touring before...! And I know they normally have different wheels on each end of a TT bike, but I don't think that's what they meant? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 08:54:51 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 03:02:54 pm
Whereas this one desperately needs a new, caring, owner if anyone's got a 100 quid to save a classic, veteran, 'bent (first "European" production 'bent I believe!). Less than 500 miles since new, guv!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/roul1.jpg)

What's that then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ivo on 31 March, 2009, 09:29:38 pm
A Roulandt. Designed by a Dutch designer in the early 80-ies. Back in the days when recumbents were hardly known.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 31 March, 2009, 09:30:48 pm
Quote from: mike on 30 March, 2009, 10:27:19 am
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1720.jpg)

Nice bike mike. Mmmm... I want one...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 31 March, 2009, 09:33:45 pm
Quote from: nic on 31 March, 2009, 09:30:48 pm
Quote from: mike on 30 March, 2009, 10:27:19 am
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1720.jpg)

Nice bike mike. Mmmm... I want one...



It quite clearly needs a kick stand.  You can't always rely on there be a kerb handy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 09:49:36 pm
"What's that then?"

A Roulandt, LWB, USS, Dutch, from about mid-'80s I think! I rather suspect only one in UK: it was a demonstrator at a big local "shop" but the owner got fed up with lots of joy riders, no buyers. So he stuck it in his garage for about 15 years and I bought it when he was making room for his second Roller!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 10:58:28 pm
What's it like to ride?  Looks higher than, say, a Peer Gynt or an Avatar.  You'd be almost in the position of a Bike-E, I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 31 March, 2009, 11:04:34 pm
On the plus side, it's a lot shorter than a Peer Gynt.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 11:05:48 pm
Yes.  That's why I started asking a series of questions I can't afford to complete ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 01 April, 2009, 11:20:35 am
Quote from: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 10:58:28 pm
What's it like to ride?  Looks higher than, say, a Peer Gynt or an Avatar.  You'd be almost in the position of a Bike-E, I think.

Can't compare with those others - but yes it is quite high! Apart from the seat (basically an '80s stacking office chair!) it is quite an easy ride, altho' it took a bit of practice before I ventured on the highway. On the level it moves rather quickly - hills are an effort that is increasingly beyond me.

It's original except that I replaced the rear hub brake (one day the torque arm did an impression of wet spaghetti and locked the rear end solid!) with a caliper mounted on the rear chain stay. And added a second (smaller) chain ring.

Having cleared out some of the bikes that were in front of it in the garage I might take it for a spin....

OR you can save up a paltry 100 notes and spin it yourself!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 April, 2009, 02:56:36 pm
Quote from: clarion on 31 March, 2009, 08:54:51 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 31 March, 2009, 03:02:54 pm
Whereas this one desperately needs a new, caring, owner if anyone's got a 100 quid to save a classic, veteran, 'bent (first "European" production 'bent I believe!). Less than 500 miles since new, guv!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/roul1.jpg)

What's that then?

Are you sure someone hasn't just sawn the handlebars off a Raleigh Chopper?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 01 April, 2009, 03:59:30 pm
At the risk of the risque....it'd be a bloody long chopper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 April, 2009, 08:27:49 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 March, 2009, 10:59:00 am
Just ordered n+1 for use in New York for the next few months :)

(http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/dawes/images/sst_blu_600.jpg)

Dawes SST (which is short for Supersonic Transport  ::-) )

Review here (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17304.msg310362;topicseen#msg310362)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 05 April, 2009, 12:39:42 pm
My as-finished-as-it'll-ever-be Dawes Synthesis 653XT. It really does "float" along but might be a little less comfy on its spare tarmac-only wheels/tyres!


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/FinSyn2.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/FinSyn.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 April, 2009, 03:53:25 pm
Quote from: mike on 30 March, 2009, 10:27:19 am
I'm going to have a bash at TTs this season and my road bike has a comfortably long head tube leaving me about as aero as an outside privy, and planet X had a sale on, so it seemed a good excuse for an N+1 moment:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1720.jpg)

need to get:
 - pimpy front wheel
 - pointy helmet

& most importantly:
 - about 2 stone lighter and much more flexible, so I can drop the front a bit :)

Will post comical pics of me actually riding the beast when I can, then you can all take the piss.  ::-)

Nice one!  :thumbsup:

Now, get really flat bars, turn the stem upside down and take the bottle cage & saddle bag off!!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 05 April, 2009, 05:04:37 pm
Frenchie !! are you sure that you are ok ? Didn't you mean turn it into a fixie :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 April, 2009, 05:37:02 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 05 April, 2009, 05:04:37 pm
Frenchie !! are you sure that you are ok ? Didn't you mean turn it into a fixie :)

Of course Mike can (I do!). After all this frame has track ends...  O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 05 April, 2009, 07:29:47 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 April, 2009, 03:53:25 pm

Nice one!  :thumbsup:

Now, get really flat bars, turn the stem upside down and take the bottle cage & saddle bag off!!  ;D

thanks Frenchie!
Am working on the flexibility thing, and will flip the stem when I can.  The bottle cage might come off when I'm using it in anger, I dont think the saddle bag will make much difference, given the size of my arse.. ;D

And yes, I know this can be Fixed :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 05 April, 2009, 10:30:36 pm
Quote from: mike on 05 April, 2009, 07:29:47 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 05 April, 2009, 03:53:25 pm

Nice one!  :thumbsup:

Now, get really flat bars, turn the stem upside down and take the bottle cage & saddle bag off!!  ;D

thanks Frenchie!
Am working on the flexibility thing, and will flip the stem when I can.  The bottle cage might come off when I'm using it in anger, I dont think the saddle bag will make much difference, given the size of my arse.. ;D

"Every little helps!"  O:-)

Quote
And yes, I know this can be Fixed :)

HE forced me to, Mike...

I hope you enjoy the ride! It looks great. I know that TTing, albeit on a much more modest machine than yours, gives me such a buzz and a sensation of speed (not that I am that fast in reality though). I love it! Perfect for the time-pressed gentleman too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 06 April, 2009, 09:08:30 am
Quote from: mike on 05 April, 2009, 07:29:47 pm
thanks Frenchie!
Am working on the flexibility thing, and will flip the stem when I can.  The bottle cage might come off when I'm using it in anger, I dont think the saddle bag will make much difference, given the size of my arse.. ;D

And yes, I know this can be Fixed :)

It's not just about flexibility. Try tipping your saddle forwards as much as you can and then check again how low you can go at the front-end. You'll be surprised at the result. Cervelo used to have a good explanation of why this works, but can't find it at the moment.

It's basically to do with rotating your whole body with the pedal axle as the centre of rotation.  Moving your saddle forward will automatically make your front-end lower and therefore your back flatter to the wind, without changing the angle of your pelvis.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/AbsoluRougeBrillant1.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/AbsoluRougeBrillant3.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/AbsoluRougeBrillant2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 02:29:05 pm
You don't mess about do you? That looks effing serious. I can expect to see you on a few time trials in the Anglian region some time soon then? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 April, 2009, 02:35:04 pm
*drool*

Will it have arrived by Wednesday?!?!?! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 April, 2009, 02:41:07 pm
That looks very very tasty Annie, BUT, if I have to be picky I think the CF join on the top tube would wind me up....

But then again it's only cos I iz jealous, innit? :)

I am guessing it will be built up with top notch components and be ridden lots and lots and lots?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 02:42:04 pm
Update: Have removed a spacer on the steerer for a lower bar position and swapped the 100mm stem for 90mm - I was little overstretched on it and felt too upright on the hoods. Also intstalled a Hope Hed Doctor, which is an improvement on the thing supplied with the Principia headset - holds firmer and gives me more confidence that my assembly efforts won't result in catastrophic failure!

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/05042009080.jpg)
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/05042009078.jpg)

Now please continue to admire Annie's new frame! :P

Quote from: TOKaMaK on 23 March, 2009, 10:35:44 am
Completed on Saturday night and ridden for the first time yesterday - my Principia Evolution 2004 (7020 aluminium), with Campag Chorus 2008 groupset, Zonda wheels, Thomson X2 stem, Ritchey white alloy bars and Peloton road pedals, and Michelin Pro Race 3 Ivory tyres. It feels light, stiff and fast - which is just as well as I'm going to be racing on it this year!

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/PrincipiaCompleted.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 06 April, 2009, 02:43:51 pm
Annie, a seriously nice looking frame. Hope you're rear end heals and you can do the bike some justice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:46:37 pm
That looks very nice indeed Tokamak :thumbsup:  Very clean, very fast and very YOU. ;)

I think I need to get a bit faster before I even think about doing a TT.

Tiermat, it will be ridden lots and lots and lots but probably not on a very windy day.  

The wheels are on special order from France so until they arrive I won't be riding it at all.  The bars, saddle and tyres are all ready.  The groupset will be...... decided at a later date, I will be borrowing a SRAM to see how I get on with it before I make my final decision.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 April, 2009, 02:56:41 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:46:37 pm
Tiermat, it will be ridden lots and lots and lots but probably not on a very windy day.  


Is that to prevent reports of a Pixie being blown, kite like over Suffolk? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:57:47 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 06 April, 2009, 02:56:41 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:46:37 pm
Tiermat, it will be ridden lots and lots and lots but probably not on a very windy day.  


Is that to prevent reports of a Pixie being blown, kite like over Suffolk? :)

Most certainly is as the frame and forks only weigh in at 950gms.  I may need to add a bit of weight to anchor me down.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 06 April, 2009, 02:58:39 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.
:-*
Very nice!

Clearance for mudguards and how about a rack?  ::-)
:-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 06 April, 2009, 03:02:03 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

wow!!  Is that an integrated seat post? Looks quite long...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 03:04:03 pm
I thought that too, but then guessed that you cut it down as you would a seat post?

[edit] ^^sounds ridiculous the more I think about that, the frame's been made to measure hasn't it?^^
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:04:27 pm
Quote from: mike on 06 April, 2009, 03:02:03 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

wow!!  Is that an integrated seat post? Looks quite long...

Yes it is.  Not sure about the length, will look when it arrives and let you know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:05:30 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 06 April, 2009, 02:58:39 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.
:-*
Very nice!

Clearance for mudguards and how about a rack?  ::-)
:-*


Naughty step :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 April, 2009, 03:06:23 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:57:47 pm
Most certainly is as the frame and forks only weigh in at 950gms. 

Goodness - almost as much as you! :o

Quote
I may need to add a bit of weight to anchor me down.

Might I humbly suggest a few tubes of double-butted 531 to replace that carbon nonsense?  Should make a useably heavy frame ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 April, 2009, 03:07:52 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 06 April, 2009, 02:58:39 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.
:-*
Very nice!

Clearance for mudguards and how about a rack?  ::-)
:-*


And a kick stand!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 06 April, 2009, 03:09:45 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:05:30 pm
Naughty step :o
Again? I didn't even mention the seat post!   :-X :-*

OD is right. A nice kick stand will finish things off nicely. Oh and flat, black plastic, pedals with the reflectors built in. Perfection.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 April, 2009, 03:13:15 pm
Not to mention stabilisers. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 03:15:42 pm
And probably best to go fixed wheel with that - less mechanical, more reliable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
There will be lots of room on that step for all of you.  I suggest you stay there until you have something sensible to suggest and only then return if you have some tasty PB and Marmite sandwiches, neatly cut and served in the usual manner. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jasper the surreal cyclist on 06 April, 2009, 03:20:59 pm
I'm keeping shtum......quite fancy a sandwich though ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 06 April, 2009, 03:29:49 pm
Annie has a stable in a league of it's own!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 06 April, 2009, 03:40:34 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*

Sidi or Shimano? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:45:05 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:40:34 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*

Sidi or Shimano? ;)

Sidi please :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 06 April, 2009, 04:56:55 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:45:05 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:40:34 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*

Sidi or Shimano? ;)

Sidi please :-*

SRAM or Campag?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 06 April, 2009, 04:58:40 pm
Quote from: bikenerd on 06 April, 2009, 04:56:55 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:45:05 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:40:34 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*

Sidi or Shimano? ;)

Sidi please :-*

SRAM or Campag?

SRAM I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 April, 2009, 09:09:17 pm
(http://peter.chesspod.com/gallery/d/5032-1/DSC03680.JPG)

Tandem in walnut tree, ready for fettling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fidgetbuzz on 06 April, 2009, 09:20:29 pm
Hell Annie - is this for timetrials - or is it an audax bike - or is it just bling?

Integrated seat post ? What the F*** is the point of that?

I have just moved my seat post up about a millimetre  - why  --  not sure - am I fitter from all the Oz riding? Dont know. But a millimetre higher feels right compared with last years sitting on a jig working out optimum position.

But I could not have done this with an integrated seat post  - and what happens when your friendly local bike mechanic saws off a spit too much at his first go?

Puzzled Rog - and if it is naughty step for me too - then I suspect that I am in good company.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 06 April, 2009, 09:30:33 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:38:58 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 03:18:27 pm
served in the usual manner.

Would that be on a shoe Madam?

Yes please, wedged around the cleat please, one for Jasper as well :-*

May I lick the marmite off your cleat please Annie? You know you are always welcome to the custard on my spotted dick.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 06 April, 2009, 09:31:20 pm
I tell you what - this thread gets tantalising this time of year, as people's asperations start to become realised in bike form.

Annie - You'll be flying around East Angular with that.

Wowbagger - Ditto, it's already flying.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 06 April, 2009, 10:08:27 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:46:37 pm
I think I need to get a bit faster before I even think about doing a TT.

Not true at all. Find a friendly club and just do it.

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 06 April, 2009, 10:20:23 pm
Quote from: wowbagger on 06 April, 2009, 09:30:33 pm
May I lick the marmite off your cleat please Annie?

I do hope that that is not a euphemism.

Bad Wowbagger!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: annie on 07 April, 2009, 08:48:06 am
Honestyly chaps O:-)

Good question Roger, I will answer later on my return from the LBS ???

As for Mr Wow, I fear there may be consequences for you tomorrow.  Isn't it time I got the clippers and the hoover out again? ;D

I like custard but you will not see me anywhere near a spotted dick of any kind :sick: :sick:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 April, 2009, 08:56:54 am
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

Very, very nice Annie! I am envious. Now that demands  O:-) a double only though!  :P ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 07 April, 2009, 09:16:59 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 07 April, 2009, 08:56:54 am
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

Very, very nice Annie! I am envious. Now that demands  O:-) a double only though!  :P ;)

Better still - single/fixed  :thumbsup:.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 01:18:24 pm
Tum te tum. Only a poor quality mobile phone camera pic so far.

(http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier1.jpg)

2009 Wilier Izoard Centaur.

My God it goes quickly (and I only rode it 2km from the shop to work) and every little ounce of power you put in goes right to the back wheel.

I'm guessing I'll be doing my quickest commute of the year tonight, plus my fastest lap(s) of Richmond Park.

Thank you Cyclescheme. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 07 April, 2009, 02:14:11 pm
Nice bike  :thumbsup:.

You appear to be developing similar colour tastes to Valiant.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 07 April, 2009, 02:18:42 pm
He hasn't put 'Police' on it yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 02:26:00 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 07 April, 2009, 02:14:11 pm
You appear to be developing similar colour tastes to Valiant.

It's all subconscious but I do realise my audax, fixed and hack bikes are all red. I didn't get any choice in the colour of this one...

Thank God they changed the white bar tape for black though. Saddle will be replaced at some point with something less white (and no, not a Brooks).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 07 April, 2009, 02:29:31 pm
Must stop salivating at this thread and get back to working
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 02:53:20 pm
Very nice.  Not my thing, and the graphics look awful busy, but I used to work with a chap who had a Wilier, and it is a lovely machine close to as well.

Hope you have many happy miles ahead with it :thumbsup:

And that people don't refer to your 'Willy, eh' in too many unfortunate contexts ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 03:04:05 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 02:53:20 pm
And that people don't refer to your 'Willy, eh' in too many unfortunate contexts ;)

Luckily it's pronounced Vee-lee-air.

Wilier is an acronym of "W (Viva) l' Italia liberata e redenta". (In Italian Viva is often abbreviated to W.)

"Long live Italy, liberated and redeemed."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 03:08:09 pm
Ah - I wondered where the name came from (translation please Googled that ;) ).  I thought it was maybe a German name by way of Switzerland.

But I did know how to pronounce it ;)

Interesting that the name celebrates liberation in 1908 ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 03:09:24 pm
Translation added.

I stumbled on a fair bit of the history whilst I was looking for reviews and comments about the bike.

Did I say that it was quick? 50kph along the flat along Kingsway towards Strand after picking it up. Fuuuuuuuu....

Was a little odd riding a geared bike again after all that time on fixed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 03:12:45 pm
Cooooool! 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 07 April, 2009, 03:13:32 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 03:09:24 pm
Did I say that it was quick? 50kph along the flat along Kingsway towards Strand after picking it up. Fuuuuuuuu....
You run fast too!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 April, 2009, 03:14:52 pm
Was that in km/h?!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 April, 2009, 03:24:21 pm
Nice bike Greenbank :thumbsup:

I love mine, it's very fast and very comfortable over distance. Fizik do a nice red tape that goes with the paint colour and get selle or fizik on it  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 03:27:39 pm
I might, shock horror, have to n-1 (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/colnago.jpg) given that it used to be my summer bike and I simply haven't ridden it for more than 2 years now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 April, 2009, 04:45:30 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 07 April, 2009, 02:29:31 pm
Must stop salivating at this thread and get back to working

Pourquois?

Admiring bikes is far more important!

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 04:48:18 pm
When you get to the position where your Colnago is surplus to requirements, you are in a realm I have never even dreamed of ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 07 April, 2009, 04:52:42 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 06 April, 2009, 02:42:04 pm
Update: Have removed a spacer on the steerer for a lower bar position and swapped the 100mm stem for 90mm - I was little overstretched on it and felt too upright on the hoods. Also intstalled a Hope Hed Doctor, which is an improvement on the thing supplied with the Principia headset - holds firmer and gives me more confidence that my assembly efforts won't result in catastrophic failure!

uhhh a Principia, sooo pretty, I got a weak spot for them :)

I went to the same school as the fellas who started Principia and I pretty much lived over the road from the first factory.

How does it ride ? The only Principia I have ridden is a 15 years old MTB frame and she (Dirty Pia) is still going strong. Love spinning around town on it nice a stiff frame and she is very nippy. But not a bike for long distances, DunRun killed my back and shoulders for days after
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 07 April, 2009, 05:06:15 pm
That Principia is indeed beautiful.  :thumbsup:

Annie's bike looks very nice too - a bit too full-on serious racing for my tastes though!  Look forward to seeing it fully built-up. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 April, 2009, 05:11:59 pm
Woolly, it rides great - light and responsive. People had warned me that it might be a bit harsh and twitchy, but it just isn't, I love it. I remember you saying about how you lived near the factory, don't see too many of them about round here, although my dad has 3 at home! (one built up and 2 frames in the loft). We're almost exclusively a Raleigh and Principia family. ;) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 07 April, 2009, 05:15:08 pm
Quote from: annie on 06 April, 2009, 02:26:24 pm
Some pics of the new bike.  These were taken in France, just before it was shipped.  I am very excited.

Bloody hell Annie! You've got a Cyfac! :o With your name on!

I'm utterly utterly green with envy. It's beautiful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 07 April, 2009, 06:08:25 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 03:27:39 pm
I might, shock horror, have to n-1 (http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/colnago.jpg) given that it used to be my summer bike and I simply haven't ridden it for more than 2 years now.
Cool, what size is it and how much?  ;)

Nic
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 07:10:28 pm
After faffing around fitting a computer after work (why didn't I get the bike shop to do this?) I didn't have enough time to go to the park. Probably Thursday for its RP debut.

It flew home though, near record time despite a reasonable againsterly.

Customary kitchen shot (slightly blurry but spot the Nuun)...

(http://www.greenbank.org/bikes/wilier.jpg)

 :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 April, 2009, 07:59:33 pm
That's a very small inner chainring.  Permission to call you a wuss?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 08:08:24 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 07 April, 2009, 07:59:33 pm
That's a very small inner chainring.  Permission to call you a wuss?

Sure, you can join me (and the bike) on this wussy ride next year if you want: Club des Cingl&eacute;s du Mont-Ventoux (http://www.clubcinglesventoux.org/index.php?lan=en) :)

Lowest gear is only 34.4" (50/34 and 13-26 as standard, which is what I wanted anyway). Not as small as the 30x29 (27.3") on the Audax bike (and I still walked up The Devil's Staircase).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 08:20:17 pm
Quote from: bumper on 07 April, 2009, 03:24:21 pm
Nice bike Greenbank :thumbsup:

I love mine, it's very fast and very comfortable over distance. Fizik do a nice red tape that goes with the paint colour and get selle or fizik on it  ;D

I got them to rip off the white bar tape and put on black. Red would be a bit too much. Tyres will be replaced with all black tyres whenever these die. Saddle will also probably be replaced with something black at some point in the future.

When you say "over distance", what distances are you talking about? I was planning on using my Reynolds 631 Audax bike for some long hilly rides (400km from London to Cornwall via Dartmoor and a 300km ride with 5400m climbing) but I've got silly ideas about using this one (unless there's a possibility of wetness as there's no way I'll ever consider putting raceblades on this bike).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 April, 2009, 08:44:46 pm
The longest distance on it so far is 148 miles, into Wales and back home. I did a week in Scotland on it averaging well over 100 miles per day and it was extremely comfortable. I find the head tube perfect for the well being of my neck and shoulders. I just couldn't get on with the ergo bars so I put the FSA compacts on and I now also find it easy to stay in the drops indefinitely with no problems.

You will love it when climbing, it's like riding a leaf on a gentle breeze  ;D

DO NOT put raceblades on it or you will have to be dealt with  :demon:

btw, don't knock my red tape when you're shod with pink tyres  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 April, 2009, 08:48:57 pm
Bloody hell Greenbank. How are you going to get your Carradice on that?

I can forget about keeping up with you for the foreseable future  :)

Hope you have many good miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 April, 2009, 09:37:53 pm
Greenbank,
That looks fast;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 April, 2009, 09:49:48 pm
Did the bike shop forget to fit the racks & mudguards? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 07 April, 2009, 09:56:01 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 08:08:24 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 07 April, 2009, 07:59:33 pm
That's a very small inner chainring.  Permission to call you a wuss?

Sure, you can join me (and the bike) on this wussy ride next year if you want: Club des Cingl&eacute;s du Mont-Ventoux (http://www.clubcinglesventoux.org/index.php?lan=en) :)
I will do that this August. I am looking forward to it. One sister lives near Bedoin and the other near Sault so I will be able to say hello to both of them in one day.

That Wilier and its sensible gearing will be perfect for your attempt :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 07 April, 2009, 10:00:29 pm
very nice. I think they're the same geometry as my 'still for sale, get in there quick' condor barrachi which is amazingly comfy over long rides. Hills seem easier too, I've been up some of the lake district on mine with the same gearing as yours, and fitted a 13-29 on the back for something (cant remember what, might have been a ride with frenchie) which worked fine too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 08 April, 2009, 08:34:49 am
Quote from: Greenbank on 07 April, 2009, 07:10:28 pm
...
Customary kitchen shot (slightly blurry but spot the Nuun)...



 :P



You never struck me as the religious type Greenbank....


...and I can't see any sign of a wimple.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 08 April, 2009, 09:02:02 am
Reg - I think you will find it about 10 miles down the A603.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Bought, Harry Hall cycles in 1986 (by me) £285.

Used as a commuter, short runs, a few 50 mile charity rides and, eventualy, in 2002 on a LEJoG trip.

LEJoG got me interested in Long Distance and, after a few social rides I decided that it was worn out and invested in a Thorn Raven Tour in 2006.

The BET was hung up for 2 years and never ridden.

The Thorn got me around several Audax rides including my Super Randonneur last year but I started hankering for something a bit more sprightly.  After looking long and hard at the Thorn Audax and their MK3 I figured that I may have the perfect bike hanging up in the garage.

I stripped the bike, put the bits in a bucket of white spirit and sent the frame to Mercian Cycles with a design suggestion I did on Photoshop (and was vetted by members of the forum, ACF forum possibly).  The scheme was influenced by Richard Wareham's bike I saw on a few Audaxes.

Mercian fitted new braze-ons for cantis (that would fit 700c wheels), did the respray, lug-lined it (beautifully), new 531 transfers, lettering and stencilling plus a new headset.

When it came back after a few weeks I took the mechs out of the white spirit and rebuilt it.

I can't be happier with the re-spray, it's nicer than I imagined and much redder than any photo can recreate I think.

It's quicker than the Raven and quite lively.  It's not going to win any TTs but I think it should get me another Super Randonneur this year and I hope to use it on PBP.

Here it is in 2002 LEJoG guise.  Loch Lomond (I mistakenly thought that, because I was now in Scotland, I must be nearly there)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LEJoG/emaillejog_lomond.jpg?t=1239189028)

Here is is just before I stripped it and sent it to Mercian.  I think it looked tired after 22 years.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1239189173)

Here's my Photoshop design for the respray
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/MercianPaint4-1.jpg?t=1239189375)

Here's what I sent them (wheels removed)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/restoration2.jpg?t=1239189703)

Here's what they sent back
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE1.jpg?t=1239189458)

And here's the finished article (it now has black bar tape as per original design)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6624.jpg?t=1239189536)

I had them immortalise it's 1986 birthday
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1239189636)


I'm not even going to discuss what it cost me to rennovate but it wasn't so different to the original cost of the bike (I took a lot of Mercian options and £20 here, £15 there soon adds up to a lot).  It certainly didn't cost me as much as an equivalent new bike and part of the pleasure is keeping my old bike going and using it for it's intended purpose, covering lots of miles in comfort and at a decent speed.

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 09 April, 2009, 11:21:56 am
Quote from: oncemore on 05 April, 2009, 12:39:42 pm
My as-finished-as-it'll-ever-be Dawes Synthesis 653XT. It really does "float" along but might be a little less comfy on its spare tarmac-only wheels/tyres!


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/FinSyn2.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/FinSyn.jpg)

Dude, where did you get that bike?!  My brother bought a very similar beast for me, for my birthday, last year.  Mine is British racing green.  I would take a pic and post it, but it is loaned to a friend at the moment.  So it's a good tourer then?!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 10 April, 2009, 01:11:38 pm
Mrs Mike took a couple of pics of me riding past the house on new TT bike - please feel free to comment mock....   :P

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/1D2-9744.jpg)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/1D2-9753.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 April, 2009, 01:16:20 pm
 8) Nice armwarmers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 10 April, 2009, 01:20:03 pm
You need a silly helmet  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 April, 2009, 01:24:08 pm
Those in the know refer to them as "pointy hats", possibly acknowledging the fact that one looks a bit of a dunce in one  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 10 April, 2009, 01:27:44 pm
Oh - and l33t TT'ers generally don't have bottles, bottle cages and saddle packs  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 10 April, 2009, 01:48:17 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 10 April, 2009, 01:27:44 pm
Oh - and l33t TT'ers generally don't have bottles, bottle cages....

Tip No.5:
         TT Speed Tips from the Pros
       (http://www.socalttseries.com/Training/Top10SpeedTips/tabid/196/Default.aspx)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 10 April, 2009, 01:55:01 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 10 April, 2009, 01:48:17 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 10 April, 2009, 01:27:44 pm
Oh - and l33t TT'ers generally don't have bottles, bottle cages....

Tip No.5:
         TT Speed Tips from the Pros
       (http://www.socalttseries.com/Training/Top10SpeedTips/tabid/196/Default.aspx)

Well well well... you live and learn.

Last time I was at a local TT meet - nobody, but nobody had anything on their bikes other than them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 10 April, 2009, 01:57:23 pm
I think it's one of those counter-intuituitive things. As someone who once couldn't walk due to cramps from dehydration after a hot 25 mile TT, I'll carry a bottle almost no matter what (as long as it's a flat course).

Mike - I thought your bars looked a bit high in the bike-only pic, but you look quite aero when riding. Might want to think about going to straight/s-bend extentions to lower you hands though?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 April, 2009, 02:11:26 pm
I don't carry one as I only do "10s".  It's a psychological thing; the bike has to be stripped.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 11 April, 2009, 08:27:53 am
Quote
#6 - Wear Gloves for Speed and Safety

Pro racers usually also always wear gloves during TT races, tests show that clothing and fabric is faster than bare skin ...

I knew there was a good reason for not doing the world naked bike ride. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 01:15:48 pm
Spot the difference.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitt.jpg)

This is the new frame and forks, just built up, never ridden.  They didn't leave the steerer tube long this time.  The Blackburn rack is rubbish (it needed some hefty bending to get it to fit) but it had to be an EX1 to fit the child seat.

It actually is a full carbon seatpost  :o  I assumed it would be an alu wrap job until I took it out of the old frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 11 April, 2009, 02:56:10 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 01:15:48 pm
Spot the difference.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitt.jpg)

This is the new frame and forks, just built up, never ridden.  They didn't leave the steerer tube long this time.  The Blackburn rack is rubbish (it needed some hefty bending to get it to fit) but it had to be an EX1 to fit the child seat.

It actually is a full carbon seatpost  :o  I assumed it would be an alu wrap job until I took it out of the old frame.

Very nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 April, 2009, 04:50:58 pm
Carbon  :-X on a Rogerzilla steed?  :-X :-X :-X  ;D

Plus, it, has, ummm, I'm not sure how to tell you this, but, ah, GEARS !!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 11 April, 2009, 05:31:35 pm
Pretty bike, Roger.  I'd have gone with a shiny seatpost and stem to match the rest of the silver alloy kit, but I'm anally retentive about such things...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 05:54:23 pm
I was lucky to get it all for £1000 being as fussy as I was (although I'm only paying 59%, thanks, Darling).  The basic Cheviot now costs that much, without a Brooks, carbon seatpost and upgraded tyres.  There's rampant inflation in the bike market as virtually everything is imported.

Fear not - my commuting bike is, and will remain, a black component-free zone.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 11 April, 2009, 06:36:40 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 10 April, 2009, 01:57:23 pm
Mike - I thought your bars looked a bit high in the bike-only pic, but you look quite aero when riding. Might want to think about going to straight/s-bend extentions to lower you hands though?

+1

Your front end does look high in relation to the saddle height.

I use straight bars as well and have been lowering them in stages. I can't go as low as I would like but it still improves my back postion and aero I think. I'd love a low rider pursuit frame to get lower, "guts" allowing naturally!

Nice bike Mike; looking forward to seeing your times now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 06:56:41 pm
IIRC Armstrong and the Discovery team did load of wind tunnel testing and, if a high position helps you breathe better and put more power in, it can outweigh the aerodynamic benefits of a lower position.  Swings and roundabouts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 April, 2009, 07:20:27 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 06:56:41 pm
IIRC Armstrong and the Discovery team did load of wind tunnel testing and, if a high position helps you breathe better and put more power in, it can outweigh the aerodynamic benefits of a lower position.  Swings and roundabouts.

I assume this one isn't painted by Lawrence Llewellyn Bowen using his 'crackle-glaze' technique?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 12 April, 2009, 06:03:48 pm
Igor the tandem which I made myself (photos of construction in .citycycling).

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3307/3434372503_ac1011957b_b.jpg)

I made the stoker too, but photos of that process are NOT available.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hellymedic on 12 April, 2009, 11:15:00 pm
<pedant>
You helped make the stoker.
<pedant>

I'm sure you are a clever biomedical scientist but I don't think we can create little stokers in vitro.
Yet
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fab Foodie on 13 April, 2009, 12:51:16 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.
That's just perfect, LEE, thanks for the trouble taken.
I really must get mine done, just can't decide where to send it to be sprayed  ::-)
Will take a look at the Mercian site, they're not so far away so an early Saturday run up the Motorway might get me sorted  :thumbsup:
Cheers LEE.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 13 April, 2009, 09:52:27 am
Quote from: Fab Foodie on 13 April, 2009, 12:51:16 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.
That's just perfect, LEE, thanks for the trouble taken.
I really must get mine done, just can't decide where to send it to be sprayed  ::-)
Will take a look at the Mercian site, they're not so far away so an early Saturday run up the Motorway might get me sorted  :thumbsup:
Cheers LEE.

Lee, + 1! You gave a good ol' steed a new lease on life and future generations will thank you for it!  :thumbsup:

Fab Foodie, if it's not a classic check with firms that do powdercoat. It's cheaper and better in all aspects except maybe outlining the lugs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 April, 2009, 06:33:30 pm
Powdercoat can never take a decent shine though.  I've seen more bad powdercoat than good powdercoat (and this includes my Brompton, which has abysmal paint; it's cracked and allowed rust to start round the seat collar although the bike has never been ridden in the wet).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: donpedro on 13 April, 2009, 07:40:19 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 April, 2009, 06:33:30 pm
Powdercoat can never take a decent shine though.  I've seen more bad powdercoat than good powdercoat (and this includes my Brompton, which has abysmal paint; it's cracked and allowed rust to start round the seat collar although the bike has never been ridden in the wet).

Pilot error and nothing to do with the technique in it self. My experience from four frames is that the softer powdercoat types cling to the surface extremely well, small scratches can be buffed out but it has a dull surface. Harder types will have a reasonable shine but lack depth and may flake of if the surface hasn't been properly prepped. If you want deep luster it can be covered with multiple layers of translucent wet paint. But the coat will be thicker than wet paint witch is why I think it's not such a good choice for a classic lugged frame. There is even special rust proofing under coats but only Brompton can say what went wrong with your bike. More info here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powder_coating)!

A decent wet paint job with a deep shine need multiple coats with sanding in between and will cost more than what most old frames are worth. It wont be as hard wearing and then there's the environmental impact as most of the paint consist of different types of solvents. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 13 April, 2009, 08:15:11 pm
This one isn't very classy. I lent it to someone some years back. Now I've got it back again. On Saturday it got the guards and rack removed, a very good clean, new bar grips, shifters, chain & cassette, hub service, headset adjusted. Needs a new front mech, the current one has loads of play in it, it rattles. I'll change that saddle now it doesn't have guards.

Good to have it back, it's the only bike I now own which is suitable for pulling the trailer.

Thinking of doing a short off-road tour on it next month.

It looks worse up close, it is absolutely covered with dings and scratches and little rust patches.

(http://i.imgur.com/m9vV9Pr.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 13 April, 2009, 08:22:31 pm
And the seatpost is stuck, has been for so long I don't think it'll be coming out. It's at the right height anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 13 April, 2009, 08:30:43 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 13 April, 2009, 06:33:30 pm
Powdercoat can never take a decent shine though.  I've seen more bad powdercoat than good powdercoat (and this includes my Brompton, which has abysmal paint; it's cracked and allowed rust to start round the seat collar although the bike has never been ridden in the wet).

Bad powdercoats are because the frame haven't been properly cleaned, degreased and treated before powdercoating. One finger on the frame and you have a spot where the coating won't bond to the surface.
You can get shiny powdercoats, but you'll never be able to recieve the depth in the coating like if it was wet paint. It will always look dull and dead compared to a good wet painting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 April, 2009, 10:36:13 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 13 April, 2009, 08:22:31 pm
And the seatpost is stuck, has been for so long I don't think it'll be coming out. It's at the right height anyway.

I froze a seized seatpost out of a steel frame using a product called 'Super Crack' - I should mention that i work for the company that sells it - It is an aerosol which reputedly freezes down to -40!  :o Turned the frame upside down and sprayed it in through the bottle cage bolt hole. Left it for 2 minutes and took the post out by hand. Before that it wouldn't budge in a vice! Available from Euro Car Parts, about £8 IIRC.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 14 April, 2009, 07:13:13 am
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/clifftaylor/cat5083.jpg)

It's not the prettiest bike I've ever seen (or owned), but I do like it  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 April, 2009, 07:46:30 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 11 April, 2009, 01:15:48 pm
Spot the difference.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitt.jpg)

I don't think your other one had a Bird-Bath fastened to the crossbar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 14 April, 2009, 08:19:59 am
That's not a bird bath. It's a bike-bog for on-the-move calls of nature.
What is normally a stand-up answer is a sit-down job & vice versa. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 14 April, 2009, 10:30:13 am
Quote from: clifftaylor on 14 April, 2009, 07:13:13 am
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/clifftaylor/cat5083.jpg)

It's not the prettiest bike I've ever seen (or owned), but I do like it  :)

Stealthy.    (But needs black bar tape ;) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 14 April, 2009, 07:00:44 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 April, 2009, 10:36:13 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 13 April, 2009, 08:22:31 pm
And the seatpost is stuck, has been for so long I don't think it'll be coming out. It's at the right height anyway.

I froze a seized seatpost out of a steel frame using a product called 'Super Crack' - I should mention that i work for the company that sells it - It is an aerosol which reputedly freezes down to -40!  :o Turned the frame upside down and sprayed it in through the bottle cage bolt hole. Left it for 2 minutes and took the post out by hand. Before that it wouldn't budge in a vice! Available from Euro Car Parts, about £8 IIRC.

J

I'll try it by god!

If it works on this seatpost it'll work on any I reckon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 14 April, 2009, 07:53:53 pm
When I was one I was just begun. When I was two I was nearly new....

My daddy had a bike trailer
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3629/3441762055_501ea4eec3.jpg?v=0)

I liked riding in it

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3353/3442576488_6cb6ccedeb.jpg?v=0)

with my little brother

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3442577730_e6f7663191.jpg?v=0)

My daddy made me a bike trailer too

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3301/3442577036_60d6981def.jpg?v=0)

And I take my little brother for rides.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3441761361_79c0f647d2.jpg?v=0)




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chris on 14 April, 2009, 08:26:13 pm
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p23/chris415700/acfpics/IMG_1047.jpg)
My Thorn Discovery.

(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p23/chris415700/acfpics/IMG_1048.jpg)
Mrs Chris' Thorn Voyager, a bike that I used to ride with a 400mm seat post and a 180mm stem!

(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p23/chris415700/acfpics/IMG_1021.jpg)
Tracey the Triplet, the bike that used to be Trevor the Triplet but got renamed when we went touring near the German border in Denmark and people pointed at it and said 'tre saede' (three seats).

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 April, 2009, 05:16:02 pm
I'm not a Thorn fan, but those are proper double marathon designs, unlike that George Longstaff abomination that was posted recently.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 April, 2009, 12:34:39 am
Quote from: Palinurus on 14 April, 2009, 07:00:44 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 April, 2009, 10:36:13 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 13 April, 2009, 08:22:31 pm
And the seatpost is stuck, has been for so long I don't think it'll be coming out. It's at the right height anyway.

I froze a seized seatpost out of a steel frame using a product called 'Super Crack' - I should mention that i work for the company that sells it - It is an aerosol which reputedly freezes down to -40!  :o Turned the frame upside down and sprayed it in through the bottle cage bolt hole. Left it for 2 minutes and took the post out by hand. Before that it wouldn't budge in a vice! Available from Euro Car Parts, about £8 IIRC.

J

I'll try it by god!

If it works on this seatpost it'll work on any I reckon.

Watford Branch must be just around the corner:

Unit 9B The Imperial Centre

Imperial Way

Watford  WD24 4YH

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 16 April, 2009, 11:22:50 am
Quote from: torslanda on 16 April, 2009, 12:34:39 am

Watford  WD24 4YH


Shouldn't they relocate to somewhere with postcode WD40?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 19 April, 2009, 12:58:27 pm
Maybe a little presumptiuous ... but I'm very excited.

The deposit has been paid to secure this:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/Brox.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 19 April, 2009, 04:52:59 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 19 April, 2009, 12:58:27 pm
Maybe a little presumptiuous ... but I'm very excited.

The deposit has been paid to secure this:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/Brox.jpg)

2 Choc-Ices and a 99 please
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 April, 2009, 05:43:31 pm
You might go backwards in a headwind  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 19 April, 2009, 10:45:42 pm
I reckon you could manage a 200km Audax on that!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 19 April, 2009, 10:55:21 pm
Will it be called Elvis?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 April, 2009, 09:31:57 am
8) Kewl! 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 20 April, 2009, 09:51:20 am
It's fantastic! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 23 April, 2009, 08:15:46 pm
Not quite up to lugging fence panels, but here's my Moulton APB on the way to the tip recycling centre this morning:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3656/3468387037_3521663a19_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 25 April, 2009, 12:03:52 pm
This is the latest incarnation of my Ridgeback Hybrid... commuter... tourer... off-roader...

I stripped it down with the intention of getting it resprayed, but that never happened. With a propstand and that box on the back it is the most useful bike in the shed at the moment. I'd really like some swept-back handlebars too.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2095.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 April, 2009, 06:32:40 pm
Take off the mudguard and rack and it could be an achingly trendy London street fixie.  Sawn-off bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 April, 2009, 08:01:13 pm
I have seen that bike in the flesh :thumbsup:, I liked the idea enough that yesterday I took a new-ish dawes road bike that had a murdered drive train and rusted cable stops and converted it to the same format.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 26 April, 2009, 06:32:30 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 25 April, 2009, 06:32:40 pm
Take off the mudguard and rack and it could be an achingly trendy London street fixie.

The chain tensioner is a bit of a giveaway though, most of the fakengers in London at least attempt to continue to pedal whilst braking to try and hide the fact they're on singlespeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 30 April, 2009, 01:01:42 pm
Now equipped for the club evening 10's, which start this evening. I'm hoping that I won't need to spend any more £££'s on this one (at least for the rest of the year) - it's been quite an expensive project! Of course next year I'll want a full-on carbon time trial bike with disc wheel, aero helmet... and it goes on. ;)

(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/29042009009_600x450.jpg) (http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Principia%20Evolution%202004/29042009009.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 30 April, 2009, 01:09:19 pm
Very nice. How many 'rounds per minute' do those machine guns spit out?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 30 April, 2009, 01:13:04 pm
Am I meant to cut those down a bit? I don't know... I tried it up and down the road last night and I can get what I think is a good aero tuck position with the arm rests near my elbows and my hands gripping not far from the end of the bar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 30 April, 2009, 01:18:20 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 30 April, 2009, 01:13:04 pm
Am I meant to cut those down a bit? I don't know...
Absolutely not. You might decide to move onto pastures new and they're not really resellable
if butchered. JMO.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 30 April, 2009, 01:20:13 pm
The instructions were pretty useless - I think they were for an earlier model of bar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 30 April, 2009, 01:22:36 pm
It's sooooo WoMD.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 30 April, 2009, 01:34:31 pm
Wheels of Massive Distinction?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 30 April, 2009, 11:13:40 pm
Nice classy machinery!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 30 April, 2009, 11:21:33 pm
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 30 April, 2009, 01:01:42 pm
Now equipped for the club evening 10's, which start this evening.
well this thing does not need go faster stripes, it looks fast already, lovely :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 01 May, 2009, 09:24:35 am
Quote from: TOKaMaK on 30 April, 2009, 01:13:04 pm
Am I meant to cut those down a bit? I don't know... I tried it up and down the road last night and I can get what I think is a good aero tuck position with the arm rests near my elbows and my hands gripping not far from the end of the bar.

And move big bales about on the local farm should it be necessary!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 01 May, 2009, 10:00:36 am
 ;)

Now that I've used them in anger (last night's club 10 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=229.msg328156#msg328156)) I can fully appreciate what a difference they make, comfortable and stable too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 01 May, 2009, 10:05:32 am
I haven't cut my bars either... They look pretty much like yours and are really comfy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 01 May, 2009, 01:57:27 pm
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/DSC00410.jpg)

Another Evening 10s convert, added new wheels and tri-bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 May, 2009, 03:05:12 pm
Before and After

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030024.jpg)(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030084.jpg)

Set up for the Brevet Cymru
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: De Sisti on 01 May, 2009, 03:35:38 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3593/3491484894_fa810cbbbe.jpg?v=0)
                                     Oct-Mar bike



(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3590/3491482994_3a6082e2a3.jpg?v=0)
                                     Mar-Sep bike


(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3490666707_bc90270c45.jpg?v=0)
                      Warm weather/Overseas holiday/Sportive bike

 

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 May, 2009, 03:42:18 pm
Quote from: maander on 01 May, 2009, 03:35:38 pm
[img height=480 width=640 http://Bike - Paul Hewitt 2 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28886154@N07/3491484894/in/photostream)]http://Oct-Mar bike[/img]

[img height=480 width=640 http://Bike - Longstaffe 1 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28886154@N07/3491482994/in/photostream)]http://Mar-Sep bike[/img]

[img height=480 width=640 http://Bike - XACD Titanium 2 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28886154@N07/3490666707/in/photostream)]http://Warm weather/Overseas holiday/Sportive Warm weather bike[/img]

I couldn't get it to show the bikes, only the links  :(



Click on your image, select properties then paste the "Address (URL)"

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3593/3491484894_fa810cbbbe.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 01 May, 2009, 08:52:06 pm
Quote from: GruB on 01 May, 2009, 03:05:12 pm
Before and After

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030024.jpg)(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030084.jpg)

Set up for the Brevet Cymru

I like the porta-potty that comes with the "After" version  - carbon fibre or titanium?   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 02 May, 2009, 12:15:53 pm
Are they the same wheels?  Not a silly question - a front wheel will often stand up to an impact that destroys the frame and fork.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 May, 2009, 02:08:33 pm
Quote from: maander on 01 May, 2009, 03:35:38 pm

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3490666707_bc90270c45.jpg?v=0)
                      Warm weather/Overseas holiday/Sportive bike


nice bike!!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 02 May, 2009, 06:28:36 pm
Our new babies :)

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00229-741933.jpg)

Happy Happy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00230-742008.jpg)

Joy Joy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00231-742546.jpg)

Lovely aren't they ?

Now we just need to christen them.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: De Sisti on 02 May, 2009, 06:43:50 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 May, 2009, 02:08:33 pm
Quote from: maander on 01 May, 2009, 03:35:38 pm

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3490666707_bc90270c45.jpg?v=0)
                      Warm weather/Overseas holiday/Sportive bike
(xacd.com for not a lot of money. Chorus 10s egros, Chorus calipers bottom bracket, rear mech, Centaur front mech, Record chainset, Wolber Tx profil rims, Dura Ace rear hub, Shimano 600 front hub, Highpath 9s cassette, generic handlebar,stem, Bontrager race lite lux saddle, Time ATAC pedals, Michelin Krylion Carbon tyres, Acorn small saddlebag).


nice bike!!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bike.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 02 May, 2009, 08:37:41 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 02 May, 2009, 06:28:36 pm
Our new babies :)

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00229-741933.jpg)

Happy Happy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00230-742008.jpg)

Joy Joy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00231-742546.jpg)

Lovely aren't they ?

Now we just need to christen them.


They are indeed beautiful. Mine is last year's version and was therefore £50 cheaper. Even more beautiful!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 02 May, 2009, 08:44:28 pm
Quote from: peliroja on 02 May, 2009, 08:37:41 pm
They are indeed beautiful. Mine is last year's version and was therefore £50 cheaper. Even more beautiful!

But it looks a bit big for you AND IT'S GREEN !!!!

I think I prefer woolypigs red (burgundy?) but he may find it a tad crapmed.





They both look rather desirable. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 02 May, 2009, 11:14:22 pm
Peli's should be Clara, as in Long Distance Clara from Pigeon Street. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 03 May, 2009, 09:29:02 am
Quote from: woollypigs on 02 May, 2009, 06:28:36 pm
Our new babies :)

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00229-741933.jpg)

Happy Happy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00230-742008.jpg)

Joy Joy

(http://blog.woollypigs.com/uploaded_images/dsc00231-742546.jpg)

Lovely aren't they ?

Now we just need to christen them.



Marvellous! I so wanted a green one but had to settle for blue in the end.

The dark red looks really nice too.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clare on 03 May, 2009, 10:50:20 am
I'll be interested to know how the paint survives on the red one (Peli's?), Vern's LHT is that colour and it has peeled really badly - looks like a bad case of psoriasis  :o.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 03 May, 2009, 11:54:45 am
Can't wait to see you two out on their bikes when they are built up. His and hers!

...I must get a picture of his and hers Spesh Tricrii (plural of tricross?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 May, 2009, 01:19:55 pm
I almost bought a LHT, but the "complete bike" rule in Cyclescheme was an obstacle.  The LBS gave me a quote for building one but when I asked to change a few bits I could never get a revised quote out of them (despite actually going in there twice) so I gave up and bought the Hewitt.  The geometry is remarkably similar, and I wouldn't be surprised if they come out of the same Taiwanese frame foundry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 03 May, 2009, 01:23:17 pm
Clare - that doesn't sound good about Vern's paintjob. I'll be keeping a close eye on mine, then. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 May, 2009, 01:58:50 pm
The metamorphosis of Bikenerd's old jalopy is complete.  It now has a Proper Matching Fork built by Argos to the measurements of the previous one (55mm offset, tight bend, long blades for the original 27" clearance otherwise the whole bike would slope forwards).

The brakes are also new - the Alhongas worked well, but these were cheap and a bit nicer, as well as not being rusty.

Purists will hate the A-headset, MTB stem (they're 25.4 bars) and 65mm of spacers, but it works better than a quill and you can't muck up the finish when adjusting the bearings.

(http://www.peeble.com/fork1.jpg)

(http://www.peeble.com/fork2.jpg)

(http://www.peeble.com/fork3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 03 May, 2009, 02:25:21 pm
Like the bar tape and the lugs at the fork crown!

On the subject of his and hers then:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/007.jpg)

And another one I haven't posted yet:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/006-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 03 May, 2009, 06:35:03 pm
I couldn't resist.  I'll post a review in the Folders section, but in the meantime here is my new Brompton S6L...

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h158/torfness/Brompton-at-Dipple-2.jpg)

(sorry about the vegetation - not the world's best photo)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 May, 2009, 06:44:09 pm
That's an interesting colour scheme.  What's the new alu seatpost like?  I have the Ti one, which used to be the lightweight option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 May, 2009, 09:45:54 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 03 May, 2009, 11:54:45 am
Can't wait to see you two out on their bikes when they are built up. His and hers!

...I must get a picture of his and hers Spesh Tricrii (plural of tricross?)

Tricruci?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew w on 03 May, 2009, 10:53:55 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 May, 2009, 01:58:50 pm
The metamorphosis of Bikenerd's old jalopy is complete.  It now has a Proper Matching Fork built by Argos to the measurements of the previous one (55mm offset, tight bend, long blades for the original 27" clearance otherwise the whole bike would slope forwards).

The brakes are also new - the Alhongas worked well, but these were cheap and a bit nicer, as well as not being rusty.

Purists will hate the A-headset, MTB stem (they're 25.4 bars) and 65mm of spacers, but it works better than a quill and you can't muck up the finish when adjusting the bearings.

(http://www.peeble.com/fork1.jpg)

Roger, do you really ride your bikes, they're always so bloody clean  ;D?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2009, 08:48:18 am
That's just had a wipe over with a damp cloth in the last 5 weeks.  The touring bike is filthy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 04 May, 2009, 01:09:05 pm
(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/Brompton-at-Dipple-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2009, 01:13:04 pm
I thought of an early 1990s Marin MTB.  I loved the colour schemes on those (and the contemporary Konas).

(http://www.weon.co.uk/wp-content/uploaded/bike_sliceofhistory.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 May, 2009, 09:03:22 pm
Shoddy, RZ, very shoddy indeed.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Various/dirt.jpg?t=1241467316)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2009, 09:05:16 pm
Pinned rim joint!  The wheel had only done 11 miles from new, because the previous 1,000 or so had been done on a dynohub wheel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 May, 2009, 09:12:23 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2009, 09:05:16 pm
Pinned rim joint!  The wheel had only done 11 miles from new, because the previous 1,000 or so had been done on a dynohub wheel.

Mitigating circumstances eh? 

This is all beginning to sound too much like Nuremburg, "vee ver just following orders".

You would have got away with it as well, if it hadn't been for those pesky kids (rotating your wheel 10 degrees).

However, it's photos of immaculately clean brake-cable nipples (I suspect polished), after 1000 miles, that make me glad I bought the Orbit Road Bike from you RZ.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 05 May, 2009, 10:23:14 am
I reckon that was left on porpoise so people wouldn't get overly suspicious.
But as soon as the photo shoot was over, it was lovingly polished out.

More bikes HERE (http://www.raydobbins.com/) where it would be a crime most heinous to get them dirty.
Click the yellow links to the left of each picture to unleash an avalanche of bike pr0n wallpaper
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 05 May, 2009, 08:04:26 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 04 May, 2009, 01:09:05 pm
(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/Brompton-at-Dipple-2.jpg)

Henceforth the bike will be known as Dennis the Menace!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 May, 2009, 08:06:04 pm
Top name.  Well chosen.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 06 May, 2009, 09:40:28 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2009, 01:13:04 pm
I thought of an early 1990s Marin MTB.  I loved the colour schemes on those (and the contemporary Konas).

<Back in the day>

Day-glo for the win!  ;D

I was quite taken by the Jackson Pollock-style Alpinestars, and the funky multi-coloured titanium tubes on Raleigh Dyna-Techs, myself.

And who can forget the near-obligatory purple anodised bits?  :demon:

</Back in the day>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 06 May, 2009, 09:55:59 pm
Quote from: spesh on 06 May, 2009, 09:40:28 pm

<Back in the day>

Day-glo for the win!  ;D

I was quite taken by the Jackson Pollock-style Alpinestars, and the funky multi-coloured titanium tubes on Raleigh Dyna-Techs, myself.

And who can forget the near-obligatory purple anodised bits?  :demon:

</Back in the day>

I still have an Alpinestars with a purple seatpost! Great bike :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 May, 2009, 10:26:13 pm
Purple anodising was 1992.  Blue anodising was 1993.  Red anodising crept in towards the end of that year, then it all went black.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 May, 2009, 11:44:53 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 May, 2009, 10:26:13 pm
then it all went black.

Too much to drink ?
Bang your head ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 07 May, 2009, 12:05:09 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 06 May, 2009, 11:44:53 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 May, 2009, 10:26:13 pm
then it all went black.

Too much to drink ?
Bang your head ?



If you can remember 1994 then you weren't really there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2009, 09:04:11 am
Quote from: PaulF on 06 May, 2009, 09:55:59 pm
Quote from: spesh on 06 May, 2009, 09:40:28 pm

<Back in the day>

Day-glo for the win!  ;D

I was quite taken by the Jackson Pollock-style Alpinestars, and the funky multi-coloured titanium tubes on Raleigh Dyna-Techs, myself.

And who can forget the near-obligatory purple anodised bits?  :demon:

</Back in the day>

I still have an Alpinestars with a purple seatpost! Great bike :thumbsup:

;D My Alpinestars Mt Xross was the worst bike I ever owned! ;D  No purple anodising, mind.  Maybe that was the problem ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 07 May, 2009, 03:16:46 pm
Looking at the HALO website it seems that purple ally is back again :-\

It was acceptable in the 80s...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 07 May, 2009, 07:12:34 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 05 May, 2009, 08:04:26 pm


Henceforth the bike will be known as Dennis the Menace!   :thumbsup:

Just popping out for a bike ride bit of menacing, Dear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 08 May, 2009, 03:53:16 pm
A little RAT bike I knocked up earlier.

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c234/Zoiders/RATBike.jpg)

Not for me but it is for sale. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 10 May, 2009, 08:53:55 am
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3370/3517222761_5668a6489f.jpg)

My Pipedream Sirius MTB in the Chilterns yesterday.  This was one of the few paved sections on my ride! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 May, 2009, 11:51:23 am
It has been a considerable while, so I thought I'd give you all a treat.  I am considerate like that  ;D ;D


(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/09-05-09_1449_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 10 May, 2009, 07:49:35 pm
That Sir...is a nice piece of kit!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 11 May, 2009, 08:55:35 am
It is so bling it now shines GruB! Oh, hang on, no, it all the yellooo!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 11 May, 2009, 09:28:30 am
GruB, I have some yellow valve caps if you're interested.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2009, 12:09:51 pm
Grub, what lights have you got on there now?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 11 May, 2009, 12:17:31 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2009, 12:09:51 pm
Grub, what lights have you got on there now?

He detailed his light setup(s) here:  Lights (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=18285.msg334424#msg334424)

Use Exposure Joystick by the looks of it...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 11 May, 2009, 02:20:27 pm
Looks like a Lumicycle halide to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 11 May, 2009, 02:23:41 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 11 May, 2009, 02:20:27 pm
Looks like a Lumicycle halide to me.

<someone's law of the Internet1>: The quickest way to get an answer to a question is to post an incorrect answer.

xkcd - A Webcomic - Duty Calls (http://xkcd.com/386/)

:)

1. I'm sure I've heard it before, but if it's not been claimed so far then I'll have it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 May, 2009, 07:43:01 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2009, 12:09:51 pm
Grub, what lights have you got on there now?

I was on route to the Radio 1 Big Weekend and I had to come home at 0130 in the morning so I put my Halide 2004 on.  That is the bag battery on the top tube.  Behind the Halide lamp you can see the tip of the Exposure Joystick protruding out.  The Dinotte is the same lamp but came back from Dinotte USA with a new connector.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 12 May, 2009, 04:21:51 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 May, 2009, 11:51:23 am
It has been a considerable while, so I thought I'd give you all a treat.  I am considerate like that  ;D ;D


(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/09-05-09_1449_edited-1.jpg)

Colour coded Bar tape and bottle top - Cool! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 12 May, 2009, 11:54:18 pm
Hooray!  :D

N+1 time!!

Took a day off work, went darn sarf,  came back with this.

Well pleased  :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/Sardar.jpg)

As you can see, I've also nicked GruB's wall.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 13 May, 2009, 06:13:37 am
Whey hey !!! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 13 May, 2009, 08:52:13 am
Is it Sardar? I wish I never sold mine. It's a mistake to sell bikes I've learnt.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 May, 2009, 08:56:56 am
Quote from: Basil on 12 May, 2009, 11:54:18 pm
Hooray!  :D

N+1 time!!

Took a day off work, went darn sarf,  came back with this.

Well pleased  :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/Sardar.jpg)

As you can see, I've also nicked GruB's wall.  ;D

Looks nice and butch.  Reminds me of my Thorn Raven geometry (ie.  You can carry a passenger in the gap behind the seatpost and rear wheel).

With that geometry and those tyres you won't need to bother avoiding potholes now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 13 May, 2009, 10:30:30 am
Quote from: LEE on 13 May, 2009, 08:56:56 am

Looks nice and butch.  Reminds me of my Thorn Raven geometry (ie.  You can carry a passenger in the gap behind the seatpost and rear wheel).

With that geometry and those tyres you won't need to bother avoiding potholes now.

And you can sleep while riding along on audax night sections too
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 13 May, 2009, 12:29:08 pm
Quote from: Blah on 13 May, 2009, 08:52:13 am
Is it Sardar? I wish I never sold mine. It's a mistake to sell bikes I've learnt.

Yup.  'tis indeed a Sardar.  I've been after one for yonks as it really fits the bill for my needs in parts Welsh.  Untill now I've either been too late when they appear on message boards or dropped out of the bidding on ebay when the price began to get silly.

Its a 2003 but still in very good condition for its age.  STIs still firm and quick, barely a mark on the frame.
150 squids.  :)

Quote from: LEE on 13 May, 2009, 08:56:56 am

With that geometry and those tyres you won't need to bother avoiding potholes now.

Those tyres are 40mm  :o  which is somewhat over the top.  I'll be calming that down to 32mm or so. 


I ajusted the saddle height and the handle bar rake, fitted an old pair of SPDs and commuted in on it this morning.  :thumbsup:
Looking forward to delivering/riding it from Brum to Llandysul some time this summer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 13 May, 2009, 01:30:47 pm
I almost cry when I look at this  (http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/sardar/)and think it's no longer mine
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 13 May, 2009, 02:00:57 pm
Quote from: Blah on 13 May, 2009, 01:30:47 pm
I almost cry when I look at this  (http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/sardar/)and think it's no longer mine

Ooh, that's purdy!
N-1 error I'm afraid, Blah.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 May, 2009, 02:50:25 pm
(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/IMG_3984e.jpg)



(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/NewFolder15.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 15 May, 2009, 02:30:07 am
So my Surly Cross-Check frame (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=11752.0) turned up at the end of March.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNGC_CaUVI/AAAAAAAACaw/OWx9wN3Ayxc/s512/P30-03-09_21.04.JPG)

I had been accumulating parts (http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=plU4nV7VovfVs0fZyqFmhWA) for it over the winter, including building my own wheels for the first time using Roger Musson's approach (http://www.wheelpro.co.uk/wheelbuilding/book.php) - dead easy.

andrew_s very kindly came over with a bag of tools :thumbsup: to help me fit the headset (Cane Creek S3). I took the silver Surly “S” badge off the headtube because it had been stuck on really wonky.

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNGEKW08cI/AAAAAAAACbI/-mRM1LE9UMs/s400/P01-04-09_22.37%5B01%5D.JPG)

I did some in situ radial truing using strips of insulating tape across the forks and seatstays.  Wheels are Rigida Sputnik rims (19mm) with bog standard spokes and Surly hubs (130mm fixed-free rear).

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNGMQp2h4I/AAAAAAAACdQ/m7PuV13OJwI/s512/P07-04-09_00.20%5B01%5D.JPG)

Truvativ Howitzer external BB and Truvativ blaze cranks (later replaced with Hussefelt) went on.

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNGUbw7Q6I/AAAAAAAACe8/Qmgvol-Tmrw/s512/P11-04-09_17.54%5B01%5D.JPG)

Salsa bars to go with Salsa stem.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNGZnrH5xI/AAAAAAAACgU/tKLjYga88vU/s512/P13-04-09_22.08%5B01%5D.JPG)

Tektro 520 (http://www.zepnat.com/component/page,shop.product_details/flypage,shop.flypage/product_id,459/category_id,95/manufacturer_id,0/option,com_virtuemart/Itemid,48/) canti brakes fitted, with black Tektro levers.  Blaze cranks have been replaced by Hussefelt DH cranks.  44t Gusset Tribal chainring fitted, plus a kmc 3/32“ chain to a Shimano 18t freewheel.  The rear hub will get a fixed sprocket on the other side in due course.

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNd4lU97JI/AAAAAAAAC2c/CfENoChuAJY/s512/P25-04-09_14.58%5B01%5D.JPG)

2mm spacers can just be seen between crank spider and chainring here - these were required to move the chainring even further inboard.  I needed 14mm chainring bolts because of the spacers and the very thick chainring.

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNfUhmh6EI/AAAAAAAAC4g/ey0OUcUsDgc/s512/P26-04-09_01.34%5B01%5D.JPG)

Rear hub and freewheel closeup

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNfnUxeHGI/AAAAAAAAC44/V5AwaxWQx1Q/s512/P26-04-09_01.35%5B01%5D.JPG)

Blue cork bar tape fitted, plain flat pedals fitted, she is ready to go.  Saddle is a Selle Italia XO.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_PoHg1Z8Gdbc/SgNes3har0I/AAAAAAAAC3g/vyf1y4naBlw/s512/P26-04-09_01.33.JPG)

Since that last photo was taken she has got a bottle cage, saddle pack and Time Z Freeride pedals - chunky but nice! Also the Froggleg rear cable hanger has been junked and I'm back using the Surly seatclamp and hanger that came with the frame.  Now just need lights, guards and a rack :D.  And a name  :-\. And a better photo.

She's lovely to ride.  I'm enjoying the 38mm tyres but will also get some 28mm Panaracers for better conditions.  I may also put my B17 on there.

I sometimes wonder if I'd have been better off waiting for a lovely 'Creamroller' frame as this bike is likely to remain a one-cog affair.  But with the CC I do have the option of going to a geared setup, also it has more mounts for touring.  But the black is a bit forbidding perhaps?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 15 May, 2009, 08:53:00 am
Nice looking bike! I want a go!
 
Good work fella!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 15 May, 2009, 09:59:48 am
Nice bike, but nice build, but... get those bars sorted! They look about 45 degrees off  :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 15 May, 2009, 10:14:52 am
Too high you mean?
I'll experiment.  They feel right for me at the moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 15 May, 2009, 01:38:08 pm
Quote from: Francis on 15 May, 2009, 10:14:52 am
Too high you mean?
I'll experiment.  They feel right for me at the moment.

Whatever feels right for you is the correct answer. Wouldn't have them tilting up like that myself, mind.

Beautiful job, though. Enjoyed the step-by-step pictorial.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 15 May, 2009, 02:03:03 pm
Thanks for the comments guys.  I guess the bar angle suits my wrists?  I have relatively short arms and long legs, it's a 62cm frame and the angle, plus the 80mm stem, helps me reach the hoods :)

I will see what it's like with the bars flatter though.  I hadn't even thought about changing it until Rhys mentioned it.  I'm not exactly racer build though  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 May, 2009, 02:25:19 pm
I tend to ride with the tops of my bars flat and the brake hoods rather high up for most people's tastes.  But when I was struggling more with pain from my broken wrist, I angled the bars up, and it provided some relief.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 15 May, 2009, 03:08:20 pm
You would struggle to ride on the drops; they do look too "rotated" upward.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nuttycyclist on 15 May, 2009, 03:13:05 pm
I'd have them up like that.  Looks pretty comfy.

It's good to see a bike set up for a personal comfort reason, rather than to follow the fashion police.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: FatBloke on 15 May, 2009, 03:25:25 pm
My Omega

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2263/3532945845_081255f865.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 15 May, 2009, 03:26:47 pm
you've bent the seatstays!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 May, 2009, 03:27:39 pm
Rug's a bit slack ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 15 May, 2009, 03:29:18 pm
nice pouffe.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 May, 2009, 04:57:08 pm
Quote from: mike on 15 May, 2009, 03:29:18 pm
nice pouffe.

REG!


You're wanted!  ;D

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 May, 2009, 05:14:55 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2086/3535623987_4ab221bb87_b.jpg)

The idea of randomly stickering the frame was nicked off inspired by Kyuss, though he mightn't want to take the blame.

Saddle courtesy of Aidan :)

Now I just need to fit mudguards and sort out that cable run on the front brake.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 17 May, 2009, 12:40:37 pm
Nearly finished Enigma Etape. Just waiting from a set of handbuilt wheels from Paul Hewitt. This bike is already far better than I am a rider!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3347/3538548462_f4c9a2bbdf.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 May, 2009, 12:42:49 pm
Oh...I thought those wheels looked quite funky  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 17 May, 2009, 12:49:38 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 17 May, 2009, 12:40:37 pm
Nearly finished Enigma Etape. Just waiting from a set of handbuilt wheels from Paul Hewitt. This bike is already far better than I am a rider!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3347/3538548462_f4c9a2bbdf.jpg)



That is very very beautiful. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:50:58 pm
at the other end of the weight scale from rdavisb's lovely enigma, but (I think) equally pretty - my new touring bike:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1915.jpg)

brooks' finest leather front & back:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1904.jpg)

shiny!!
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1907.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 17 May, 2009, 05:54:32 pm
That's gorgeous what is it ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 17 May, 2009, 05:54:54 pm
Nice bike, Mikezilla.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:59:30 pm
Quote from: pcolbeck on 17 May, 2009, 05:54:32 pm
That's gorgeous what is it ?

singular peregrine.  http://www.singularcycles.com/bikes.htm 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 May, 2009, 06:05:45 pm
I do like that.  Nice slack seat angle to match the Brooks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 17 May, 2009, 06:40:14 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 17 May, 2009, 05:54:54 pm
Nice bike, Mikezilla.

I did giggle at this, but not until you pointed it out.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 17 May, 2009, 07:57:17 pm
Nice build Mike. You took your time :)  But well worth the wait. Pleased with the ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 17 May, 2009, 08:37:22 pm
Quote from: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:50:58 pm
at the other end of the weight scale from rdavisb's lovely enigma, but (I think) equally pretty - my new touring bike:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1915.jpg)


That is absolutely lovely.  :thumbsup: I do like the paint job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 17 May, 2009, 09:47:09 pm
Quote from: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:50:58 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1915.jpg)

That's a handsome looking bike.  :thumbsup:


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 17 May, 2009, 10:13:49 pm
I saw Mike's new Peregrine in the flesh today...

It is indeed very pretty - even though it weighs a ton!   :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: coll_coll on 17 May, 2009, 10:27:58 pm
Enigma Etape time again  :)

(http://ccgi.mccollcm.plus.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/dsc04298s1.jpg)

needs some tweaking - lights, pump strap, and better pic to do it justice thought you'd like a snap

Inane grin mode permanently on
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 May, 2009, 11:31:07 pm
Quote from: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:50:58 pm
at the other end of the weight scale from rdavisb's lovely enigma, but (I think) equally pretty - my new touring bike:


shiny!!
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/5d2-1907.jpg)


Disctastic !  :thumbsup:
Love it. All of it.






Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 May, 2009, 11:33:21 pm
Loving the Enigmas too  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 May, 2009, 11:46:25 pm
A handsome beast indeed...

... but this bit

Quote from: Regulator on 17 May, 2009, 10:13:49 pm
even though it weighs a ton!   :P

activated all the flashing red lights and bells on the wall behind me!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 19 May, 2009, 09:19:56 am
Quote from: mike on 17 May, 2009, 05:59:30 pm
Quote from: pcolbeck on 17 May, 2009, 05:54:32 pm
That's gorgeous what is it ?

singular peregrine.  http://www.singularcycles.com/bikes.htm 

Really, really nice Mike. Not my choice of gears/setup, but a gorgeous bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 24 May, 2009, 08:49:48 pm
Got the trike back on the road again after a year on the Bacchetta, great fun had blatting about on it this weekend  :thumbsup:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/DSC01635.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 May, 2009, 08:56:08 pm
A most Freudian recumbant you have there Rich.

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 May, 2009, 09:12:44 pm
I dare you to paint that fairing purple.

Can you actually see where you're going?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 May, 2009, 09:33:23 pm
Rich should post his facebook pic

Standing astride it like Captain Flashheart

Pedal boom thrusting forward without shame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 24 May, 2009, 09:39:19 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 May, 2009, 09:12:44 pm
I dare you to paint that fairing purple.

Can you actually see where you're going?

I've only just painted it black  ;D

Quote from: Zoidburg on 24 May, 2009, 09:33:23 pm
Rich should post his facebook pic

Standing astride it like Captain Flashheart

Pedal boom thrusting forward without shame.

Which one?  ;D
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/CRW_8660.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/CRW_8689.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 May, 2009, 10:38:30 pm
I changed my mind.

That is just wrong :hand:

 :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jaded on 29 May, 2009, 10:12:32 am
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/CRW_8689.jpg)

The frame should be phallic pink. Then that pose would look right.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 May, 2009, 11:34:58 am
Quote from: RichForrest on 24 May, 2009, 08:49:48 pm
Got the trike back on the road again after a year on the Bacchetta, great fun had blatting about on it this weekend  :thumbsup:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/DSC01635.jpg)

That needs a HR Giger "Alien" Paint Job.

(http://www.starstore.com/acatalog/Alien-bust-giger-1-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 29 May, 2009, 12:50:20 pm
Quote from: RichForrest on 24 May, 2009, 08:49:48 pm
Got the trike back on the road again after a year on the Bacchetta, great fun had blatting about on it this weekend  :thumbsup:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/silverbackcyclist/cycle%20photos/DSC01635.jpg)

Where do you mount your lights?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: coll_coll on 30 May, 2009, 12:29:23 pm
Quote
That needs a HR Giger "Alien" Paint Job.

sort of
(http://ccgi.mccollcm.plus.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/alientrike.jpg)
?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2009, 01:50:42 pm
Nasty Phallus would be a good name for that one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 30 May, 2009, 03:22:57 pm
Quote from: Francis on 29 May, 2009, 12:50:20 pm

Where do you mount your lights?

That white disc you can see poking out of the hole on the front is an IQfly.

*goes to look at yellow pages for custom paint sprayer*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2009, 11:17:27 pm
She is so lovely

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030423.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 30 May, 2009, 11:22:31 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 May, 2009, 11:17:27 pm
She is so lovely

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1030423.jpg)


Uuugh!  Nnnng!

Anyone got a tissue?   :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 30 May, 2009, 11:23:53 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 May, 2009, 11:17:27 pm
She is so lovely

Okay, I have been resisting asking since I first saw you bike, although I have seen it so often now I forget how long ago that was  ;) ;D, but what 'bars and brake levers have you got?  They look 'huge'  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 May, 2009, 12:07:47 am
Quote from: Noodley on 30 May, 2009, 11:23:53 pm
Quote from: GruB on 30 May, 2009, 11:17:27 pm
She is so lovely

Okay, I have been resisting asking since I first saw you bike, although I have seen it so often now I forget how long ago that was  ;) ;D, but what 'bars and brake levers have you got?  They look 'huge'  :o

Easton EA70 bars and Shimano 105 STI.  They are the Compact version I think.  The 5600 series maybe?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 June, 2009, 06:44:56 am
Quote from: coll_coll on 30 May, 2009, 12:29:23 pm
Quote
That needs a HR Giger "Alien" Paint Job.

sort of
(http://ccgi.mccollcm.plus.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/alientrike.jpg)
?

And if your chain breaks, you can say you've snapped your banjo string.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 04 June, 2009, 01:59:27 pm
Dawes Sardar.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3312/3594490093_c6429f3175.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2009, 02:25:28 pm
Outside your front door? ;)

Looks handsome with those bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 June, 2009, 10:46:00 pm
They were straight bars to start with, but he's REALLY heavy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:26:42 am
Here is the first of my collection. 

The everyday work horse, the Ribble frame is great value for money.

(http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/9284/ribbleresized.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:33:22 am
My custom made Audax bike made by Brian Rourke.  Forget any other frame builder, Brian is "da man"....

He made my first racing frame 20 years ago and he still had all the frame dimensions on file.  This is a great bike and ideal for long events, and it climbs like a dream.  Reynolds 853 tubing and is lighter than the ali Ribble bike.

(http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/6647/roukieresized.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:37:35 am
My "sunshine only" bike, hence it has seen little action.  But as it was purchased on the Cycle 2 Work scheme, it came at the right price, therefore it would have been rude to say no.

I have changed the bars, stem and seat post to carbon, this is one very light bike indeed.

(http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/1684/scottcr1proresized.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:43:10 am
And last but not least, the Scott MTB.  I have also changed the bars, stem and seatpost to carbon, again this is a very light machine at around 20lbs ready to roll.

Great alternative training to the road bikes.  I also have a spare set of wheels for it fitted Conti slicks and a close ratio cassette, 12-21.  Great bike.   ;D

(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4883/scottmtbresized.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:46:07 am
The best room in the house........... :thumbsup:

(http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/79/garageiiresized.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 June, 2009, 09:50:18 am
Very nice fleet indeed.  I do like the Rourke audax frame.

Now you need to build yourself some decent wheels for it.  I wouldn't like a Ksyrium spoke (1600N drive side!!) to snap on a long ride in the middle of nowhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 10:00:08 am
Quote from: robbarker on 07 June, 2009, 09:50:18 am
Very nice fleet indeed.  I do like the Rourke audax frame.

Now you need to build yourself some decent wheels for it.  I wouldn't like a Ksyrium spoke (1600N drive side!!) to snap on a long ride in the middle of nowhere.

Thanks for the compliment and fair comment about the wheels, I also have a pair of 32 spoke wheels with Ultegra hubs and Open Pro rims that I can use, but they are not as 'bling' as the SL's. O:-)  In saying that if the weather is crap then they are used.

The wheels orginally had ceramic rims fitted as part of my long term plan.  But the total lack of wet weather braking meant that they just had to go.   :o  

No matter what brake blocks I tried I had very little braking in the wet, hence I had them relaced with the normal rims.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 June, 2009, 10:51:12 am
I find Open Pro ceramic rims fine, provided they are used with the dura-ace "ceramic" brake blocks.   My audax wheels are 32h Schmidt dynohub at the front, 36h XT hub at the back, on Open Pro ceramics.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 11:41:46 am
Quote from: robbarker on 07 June, 2009, 10:51:12 am
I find Open Pro ceramic rims fine, provided they are used with the dura-ace "ceramic" brake blocks.   My audax wheels are 32h Schmidt dynohub at the front, 36h XT hub at the back, on Open Pro ceramics.

Its odd, coz there seems to be a real split in thoughts regarding these ceramic rims, while some people really rate them others hate them with affection.

When I had the bike built it was fitted with specific the Shimano "ceramic" blocks and in the dry and on long descents I was well impressed. 

However, my first wet weather Audax event highlighted to me, anyway, another fearful side to braking characteristics.  Once wet, and I mean really wet I had just about zero braking???

To the point where on a rather steep descent I was forced to take both feet from the pedals and dragging both shoes on the tarmac in a vain attempt to shrug of some speed.   :o

I then tried lightly sanding the rims with the proper Mavic sanding block, in case the rims were polished, no better?

I then upped the game a little and moved to some course wet 'n dry, and still no better?

Then tried several different makes of brake blocks, Swissstop, Kool Stop etc.  Then different compounds, but it was only throwing good money after bad, so they just had to go in the end.

I understand that Mavic have since stopped doing them now haven't they? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 June, 2009, 01:12:45 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:46:07 am
The best room in the house........... :thumbsup:

(http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/79/garageiiresized.jpg)

I am in envy of your best room.  So neat and tidy.  If only I had the space.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 June, 2009, 01:14:18 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:33:22 am
My custom made Audax bike made by Brian Rourke.  Forget any other frame builder, Brian is "da man"....

He made my first racing frame 20 years ago and he still had all the frame dimensions on file.  This is a great bike and ideal for long events, and it climbs like a dream.  Reynolds 853 tubing and is lighter than the ali Ribble bike.

(http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/6647/roukieresized.jpg)


Ace colour scheme..  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 07 June, 2009, 02:12:56 pm
That's a SCHEME?  :o :o

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 June, 2009, 03:38:09 pm
I thought it was a sample swatch. :P

But it's a great frame.  Rourke is a good builder. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 June, 2009, 03:43:07 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:26:42 am
Here is the first of my collection. 

The everyday work horse, the Ribble frame is great value for money.

(http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/9284/ribbleresized.jpg)

I've got one of those frames, as have a few others here.  You're right, they are great value for money and a nice ride too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 05:25:12 pm
Quote from: Gordy on 07 June, 2009, 02:12:56 pm
That's a SCHEME?  :o :o

 ;)

Well I wanted something low key and not to loud, you know the sort of thing? 

Something that blends in with others.............. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 07 June, 2009, 05:28:18 pm
Nice stable you keep there AlanW.  I miss my large air compressor and 100% grit free chains and mechanisms.  I'll have to get another.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 05:39:44 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 07 June, 2009, 05:28:18 pm
Nice stable you keep there AlanW.  I miss my large air compressor and 100% grit free chains and mechanisms.  I'll have to get another.

Thanks, I have to admit, that little compressor has proved to be invaluable over the years.  I seem to recall that it was only about £80 brand new of e-bay (where else?)

Its certainly the most useful bit of garage equipment I have ever bought, and to be honest, I cannot imagine not having one now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adam on 07 June, 2009, 05:54:34 pm
Here's my contribution to getting the economy going again!  A Planet X Ti Sportive.

(http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a239/FlyingDodo/PlanetX.jpg)

The frame is made by Lynskey (previously Litespeed) in the USA and is very well made.

(http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a239/FlyingDodo/PlanetXweld.jpg)

It's about 2.7 kg lighter than my old (aluminium) Sequoia, and it really does seem to fly up hills.  I've also noticed just how well it smooths out poor road surfaces, so hopefully that should help ease some of the RSI type issues I've been getting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mecwales on 07 June, 2009, 07:33:36 pm
About time I put my modest stable up here...

The nice one:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3231/2986201925_478a7010e2.jpg)


The shonky one:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/3491675130_ce7e749320.jpg)


The shonky road one:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3612/3603750941_627e97a534.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 07 June, 2009, 08:07:18 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:43:10 am
And last but not least, the Scott MTB.  I have also changed the bars, stem and seatpost to carbon, again this is a very light machine at around 20lbs ready to roll.

Great alternative training to the road bikes.  I also have a spare set of wheels for it fitted Conti slicks and a close ratio cassette, 12-21.  Great bike.   ;D

(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4883/scottmtbresized.jpg)

Very nice XC race bike. You're a lucky man. I hope you put it through its paces! Not sure about those mudguards, though. A bit like wearing comfy slippers when driving a Ferrari  ;)

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one still with bar ends on my MTBs. They make such a difference, especially on the climbs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 07 June, 2009, 11:23:44 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 07 June, 2009, 10:51:12 am
I find Open Pro ceramic rims fine, provided they are used with the dura-ace "ceramic" brake blocks.   My audax wheels are 32h Schmidt dynohub at the front, 36h XT hub at the back, on Open Pro ceramics.

I have ceramics too and have found Dura Ace blocks to be quite poor. I have just switched to Fibrax Green Ceramic blocks which are a quarter of the price. Dry weather braking is definately better but wet weather braking is still of the heart stoppingly poor variety!!   Just why are ceramic blocks so poor in the wet?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 08 June, 2009, 08:14:34 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 07 June, 2009, 08:07:18 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:43:10 am
And last but not least, the Scott MTB.  I have also changed the bars, stem and seatpost to carbon, again this is a very light machine at around 20lbs ready to roll.

Great alternative training to the road bikes.  I also have a spare set of wheels for it fitted Conti slicks and a close ratio cassette, 12-21.  Great bike.   ;D

(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4883/scottmtbresized.jpg)

Very nice XC race bike. You're a lucky man. I hope you put it through its paces! Not sure about those mudguards, though. A bit like wearing comfy slippers when driving a Ferrari  ;)

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one still with bar ends on my MTBs. They make such a difference, especially on the climbs.

I agree about the mudguards, and in truth I don't normally have them fitted, for the reasons you have mentioned.  However, we went out last weekend, minus mudguards, and I got plastered.   ;D  In saying that our club kit is more white than anything else, and its a real swine to get clean afterwards.  But worst than that was the spray coming up from the front wheel.   :o

I also binned the riser bars in favour of the old style flat bars, then fitted the Cane Creek bar ends.  Not only great for climbing but ideal on long tarmac/fire road sections.

I just need to get a lighter set of wheels now to really fly................ :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mecwales on 08 June, 2009, 08:29:21 pm
Flat bars are the way forward, I think. It seems as though everyone fitted risers following the DH trend, but that's now wearing off a bit, and there's a reversal back towards flat bars for XC. The steering's just much more 'positive' with them. :thumbsup:

(Nice bike by the way, I'm very jealous...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 June, 2009, 09:01:52 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 08 June, 2009, 08:14:34 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 07 June, 2009, 08:07:18 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:43:10 am
And last but not least, the Scott MTB.  I have also changed the bars, stem and seatpost to carbon, again this is a very light machine at around 20lbs ready to roll.

Great alternative training to the road bikes.  I also have a spare set of wheels for it fitted Conti slicks and a close ratio cassette, 12-21.  Great bike.   ;D

(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4883/scottmtbresized.jpg)

Very nice XC race bike. You're a lucky man. I hope you put it through its paces! Not sure about those mudguards, though. A bit like wearing comfy slippers when driving a Ferrari  ;)

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one still with bar ends on my MTBs. They make such a difference, especially on the climbs.

I agree about the mudguards, and in truth I don't normally have them fitted, for the reasons you have mentioned.  However, we went out last weekend, minus mudguards, and I got plastered.   ;D  In saying that our club kit is more white than anything else, and its a real swine to get clean afterwards.  But worst than that was the spray coming up from the front wheel.   :o

I also binned the riser bars in favour of the old style flat bars, then fitted the Cane Creek bar ends.  Not only great for climbing but ideal on long tarmac/fire road sections.

I just need to get a lighter set of wheels now to really fly................ :thumbsup:



I see from your other bikes that you're a fan of pimpy Mavics. I can recommend the Crossmax SLR - and they've got a red spoke too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 09 June, 2009, 01:45:59 pm
Quote from: Oscars dad on 07 June, 2009, 03:43:07 pm
Quote from: AlanW on 07 June, 2009, 08:26:42 am
Here is the first of my collection. 

The everyday work horse, the Ribble frame is great value for money.

(http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/9284/ribbleresized.jpg)

I've got one of those frames, as have a few others here.  You're right, they are great value for money and a nice ride too.

+1. The ride quality is a very pleasant surprise.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2009, 04:20:58 pm
Blah is the reason I bought my Ribble frame. In fact I shall be swinging my leg over it in about 40 minutes.

Blah, I hope you claimed your commission from Ribble!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 09 June, 2009, 04:39:06 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 08 June, 2009, 09:01:52 pm

 I see from your other bikes that you're a fan of pimpy Mavics. I can recommend the Crossmax SLR - and they've got a red spoke too!

They are already on my Christmas list.....:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlanW on 09 June, 2009, 04:40:19 pm
The only gripe I have with the Ribble frame is the rather odd frame dimensions?  Hence the reason why there are so many spacers under the stem.  If I went for the next frame size up, the top tube was to long.

I made that mistake a number of years ago with a Terry Dolan training frame, and tired to overcome it by fitting a shorter stem, big mistake.  Plus the fact it was a bloody awful frame.  The ride was as dead as a dead thing.  :-[

In saying that, I looked at other winter/training frames before buying the Ribble and it seems a common fault, if that's the right word.

Thats why I had the Rourkie frame custom made for longer distance riding.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 09 June, 2009, 04:43:04 pm
Quote from: Oscars dad on 09 June, 2009, 04:20:58 pm
Blah, I hope you claimed your commission from Ribble!

I think I missed out on it by removing all the decals... :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 09 June, 2009, 07:17:51 pm
Quote from: Adam on 07 June, 2009, 05:54:34 pm
Here's my contribution to getting the economy going again!  A Planet X Ti Sportive.

Very nice indeed Adam! Many happy miles etc....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2009, 09:44:45 pm
Quote from: AwfulQuiet on 09 June, 2009, 08:48:27 pm
Fellow YACFers.. meet Torquey:

(http://www.fbpb.ch/tdl/tourquey.jpg)




Is that a B17 Imperial with the cut out?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 11 June, 2009, 01:27:38 pm
Fixers outside the pub! Bobb's Woodrup 531, my Raleigh 653, as we enjoyed a pint of Tribute (http://www.tributeale.co.uk/) in Chelmsford town centre.  ;)
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Misc/24052009027.jpg)
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/whackson/Misc/24052009028.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 13 June, 2009, 05:15:16 pm
This is the oldest picture I have of red bike and blue bike when they were both young and shiny.

(http://www.atpn20.dsl.pipex.com/acf/pictures/oldshed.jpg)


Time passes and this is how poor Red Bike also known as Audax Bike looks today

(http://www.atpn20.dsl.pipex.com/acf/pictures/redbike.jpg)


Blue bike had a hard life and jumped the queue and was repainted in Cardiff Byways colours
I call this bike Blue Bike, Pink White and Blue Bike or Commuting Bike. The fork should be pink but when it needed to be replaced Argos could not match the non standard pink so it is now white.

(http://www.atpn20.dsl.pipex.com/acf/pictures/bluebike.jpg)


Finally the bike I hate to ride called Dawes Discovery 101

(http://www.atpn20.dsl.pipex.com/acf/pictures/dawes101.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2009, 11:47:46 am
The Frankendale has a new wheel, or at least a recycled Fuji track hub and new spokes.  I'm ashamed to say I hadn't ridden it since last year's Dun Run.

Too it out for about 17 miles this morning - I'd forgotten how light and fast it is.  It climbs better than anything else because the wide bars really let me use my arms, and it's much easier to ride than the Fuji because it's not trying to pitch me over the bars at every opportunity.

I think the half-link may have solved the ENO axle creep problem - the chain is still drum-tight despite some reasonable hills.

(http://www.peeble.com/frankendale.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 14 June, 2009, 12:01:02 pm
Would love to give my M500 the Frankendale treatment.

Well at least some reasonable tyres! It's very light and very responsive, possibly the best aluminium framed bike I've ridden.

However I'm more compelled to leave it as it is until I've at least worn out the Halfrauds slick MTB tyres  :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mecwales on 14 June, 2009, 07:46:04 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2009, 11:47:46 am
The Frankendale has a new wheel, or at least a recycled Fuji track hub and new spokes.  I'm ashamed to say I hadn't ridden it since last year's Dun Run.

Too it out for about 17 miles this morning - I'd forgotten how light and fast it is.  It climbs better than anything else because the wide bars really let me use my arms, and it's much easier to ride than the Fuji because it's not trying to pitch me over the bars at every opportunity.

I think the half-link may have solved the ENO axle creep problem - the chain is still drum-tight despite some reasonable hills.

(http://www.peeble.com/frankendale.jpg)

I'm quite jealous of that - it looks exactly the kind of bike I want to take to uni (along with an MTB). Any idea how much it cost you to put together?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 14 June, 2009, 07:52:35 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2009, 11:47:46 am
The Frankendale has a new wheel, or at least a recycled Fuji track hub and new spokes.  I'm ashamed to say I hadn't ridden it since last year's Dun Run.

Goodness me - that's one taught chain. If you play it with a bow, does it play top C?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 June, 2009, 06:50:46 am
Quote from: mecwales on 14 June, 2009, 07:46:04 pm
I'm quite jealous of that - it looks exactly the kind of bike I want to take to uni (along with an MTB). Any idea how much it cost you to put together?
Too much - about £500.  The eccentric hub is the most expensive part, and not entirely foolproof since it has (hopefully "had") a tendency to creep round when climbing steep hills, gradually losing chain tension as you can see on this photo (after 125 miles):

(http://www.peeble.com/dunrun6.jpg)

By putting a half link in the chain I think I've got the position of the hub such that there is very little leverage from the chain trying to pull it round.  As well as this I have thin serrated washers, the longest, well-greased, bolts that will fit and I roughened the ends of the hub to try and make them bite into the dropouts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 15 June, 2009, 12:29:03 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 14 June, 2009, 07:52:35 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2009, 11:47:46 am
The Frankendale has a new wheel, or at least a recycled Fuji track hub and new spokes.  I'm ashamed to say I hadn't ridden it since last year's Dun Run.

Goodness me - that's one taught chain. If you play it with a bow, does it play top C?  :)

 Yes, because it's been taught.

 ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 15 June, 2009, 03:32:24 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 June, 2009, 11:47:46 am


(http://www.peeble.com/frankendale.jpg)

Is that one of those 'assault course' climbing nets in the background?  You're really taking this 'Brompton World Challenge'
seriously now, aren't you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 15 June, 2009, 03:33:05 pm
The Sardar doing what it does best. 8)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3364/3629212562_97c57c4ca2.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 15 June, 2009, 04:31:42 pm
My M.O.B.B. (Most Over Budget Bike - of all time!).

Should have cut my losses once cost reached at least double what I expected! Live and clearly don't learn....

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/COFinal2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 15 June, 2009, 04:32:57 pm
Quote from: Luke on 15 June, 2009, 03:33:05 pm
The Sardar doing what it does best. 8)

Leaning against a fence?!  ???


 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 16 June, 2009, 03:39:22 pm
Quote from: mecwales on 14 June, 2009, 07:46:04 pm
<snip>

I'm quite jealous of that - it looks exactly the kind of bike I want to take to uni (along with an MTB). Any idea how much it cost you to put together?

Potential Frankendale (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330337860537&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 June, 2009, 06:38:00 pm
You'd need to make sure the headset is in good condition (I have a NOS 1 1/4" XT headset and some spare bearing cartridges in the garage, bought some time ago).

Also, check the fork steerer is steel and not aluminium.  The alu ones were recalled in 1995.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mecwales on 17 June, 2009, 06:45:59 pm
Aha! Thanks - I've got the fixie I posted upthread but it's heavy and not that good - that eBay looks like it could be suitable...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 17 June, 2009, 07:32:06 pm
Is the headset on my 1995 M500 likely to be 1 1/4" then?
Presumably the steerer would be steel?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 June, 2009, 07:48:55 pm
It's probably 1 1/4" - 40mm across flats - unless it has a suspension fork.

The steerer will be steel by then.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: simonp on 17 June, 2009, 11:09:38 pm
(http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs105.snc1/4591_90381262859_705162859_1785312_6279398_n.jpg)

Pompino trying to blend in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 18 June, 2009, 10:00:13 am
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 18 June, 2009, 09:53:45 am
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/MrPumpy/picture-4.jpg)


'ere, sir, you've gotta sick bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 June, 2009, 10:09:40 am
Yes, yes, I know it's hardly the first time I've posted a photo of this bike but I was out last night and the combination of setting sun and serious rain clouds..blah blah

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ride%20photos/sunsetbike.jpg?t=1245316019)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 18 June, 2009, 10:10:36 am
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 18 June, 2009, 10:00:13 am


'ere, sir, you've gotta sick bike.

"How much did it cost, Sir?"

"About £80"

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 18 June, 2009, 10:14:19 am
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 18 June, 2009, 10:10:36 am
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 18 June, 2009, 10:00:13 am


'ere, sir, you've gotta sick bike.

"How much did it cost, Sir?"

"About £80"

 ;)

Sir, why are the teachers demanding a 10% pay rise, Sir?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 19 June, 2009, 01:54:52 pm
The Lady V's new bolide. Meet Rosie:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Rosie-Bikey2001.jpg)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Rosie-Bikey2003.jpg)

So, of course, it's now Rosie & Jim! ;D

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Rosie-Bikey2004-1.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gonzo on 19 June, 2009, 02:06:02 pm
Quote from: TimC on 19 June, 2009, 01:54:52 pm
The Lady V's new bolide. Meet Rosie:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Rosie-Bikey2001.jpg)

Nice to see a bike with limited & coordinated colours!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 19 June, 2009, 02:10:32 pm
None more pink!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 19 June, 2009, 02:12:04 pm
Quote from: TimC on 19 June, 2009, 02:10:32 pm
None more pink!

The lady needs a tan!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 June, 2009, 03:01:54 pm
This is the new back wheel and the bike cleaned ready for the Dun Run.  Just need to bolt the lights on and service the pedals, which are developing slight play now (they've never been apart since new).

The rear rim is a Velocity Deep V, because that's about the only narrow one available with 40 holes.  Built 4-cross (or is it cross-4?) with Sapim Race spokes.

(http://www.peeble.com/dr1.jpg)

The threaded driver takes a Surly track sprocket nicely.  That's an original two-piece indicator, and the plastic protector is important because they're £15 each.  Secondhand.  Out of interest, the missing paint shows how far the axle needs to move when a chain goes from new to having a 1% stretch.

(http://www.peeble.com/dr2.jpg)

It took a lot of polishing to get the original alloy shell back to factory condition.  Brass washers pack out the modern long spoke elbows.  As you can see, it's a Sturmey-Archer AM made in March 1951.  The internal mechanism is proper AM medium-ratio and contemporary with the shell, but not actually from the same hub - one of the hazards of eBay is that the AM hub you've just bought may contain bog-standard AW innards, fit only for the spares box  >:(

(http://www.peeble.com/dr3.jpg)

It runs 41 x 18, which gives a 60" normal gear, 52" low gear and 69" high gear to cope with most things.  Only Smalldean Lane on the FNRttS has ever defeated it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2009, 06:27:09 pm
That's very classy. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jaded on 21 June, 2009, 09:31:11 am
Quote from: clarion on 20 June, 2009, 06:27:09 pm
That's very classy. :thumbsup:

Yebbut, it isn't Roger's bike!

There's some paint chipped on the dropouts and there's a bit of grease on the hub.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 21 June, 2009, 10:25:38 am
Quote from: gonzo on 19 June, 2009, 02:06:02 pm
Quote from: TimC on 19 June, 2009, 01:54:52 pm
The Lady V's new bolide. Meet Rosie:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Rosie-Bikey2001.jpg)

Nice to see a bike with limited & coordinated colours!

Shame that the front wheel is in the wrong way round by the look of the skewer lever

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 22 June, 2009, 11:21:20 am
Quote from: Jaded on 21 June, 2009, 09:31:11 am
Quote from: clarion on 20 June, 2009, 06:27:09 pm
That's very classy. :thumbsup:

Yebbut, it isn't Roger's bike!

There's some paint chipped on the dropouts and there's a bit of grease on the hub.  ;D

He's more than likely photoshopped them in to kid us that he hasn't got OCD.

(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/kittehgoggles.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 22 June, 2009, 11:28:29 am
Quote from: robgul on 21 June, 2009, 10:25:38 am
Shame that the front wheel is in the wrong way round by the look of the skewer lever
Rob
Maybe it's just the skewer that's "in the wrong way round"?

Rosie is absolutely gorgeous. I dare not let Mrs eck see it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 23 June, 2009, 10:23:19 pm
Quote from: eck on 22 June, 2009, 11:28:29 am
Quote from: robgul on 21 June, 2009, 10:25:38 am
Shame that the front wheel is in the wrong way round by the look of the skewer lever
Rob
Maybe it's just the skewer that's "in the wrong way round"?

Rosie is absolutely gorgeous. I dare not let Mrs eck see it.

Thanks, eck - V loves it!

Rob, explain if you would please - I'd hate to think I've done something wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 23 June, 2009, 10:25:56 pm
It is convention to have the qr lever on the left, to match the rear one.  If you're not racing with a mechanic in a team car ready to do a high speed wheel change then it's probably nothing to worry about  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 23 June, 2009, 10:50:30 pm
TimC, Take extra care with these UltremoRs. There has been recent product recall by Schwalbe for a batch but some more recent tyres are being affected with the same defect:
"Leading The Tour" in 2010: Schwalbe Ultremo R Tyre Warning (http://pedalbiker.blogspot.com/2009/06/schwalbe-ultremo-r-tyre-warning.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 June, 2009, 12:55:19 pm
Quote from: Monsieur Pumpé on 23 June, 2009, 10:25:56 pm
It is convention to have the qr lever on the left, to match the rear one.  If you're not racing with a mechanic in a team car ready to do a high speed wheel change then it's probably nothing to worry about  ;)
You know, I'd never noticed that! All my bikes have the front QR on the right.

nic I'm watching that recall - we've had no problems with these, and Schwalbe says that the problem becomes apparent after very few miles. These have done around 1000 miles already (on V's other bike).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 24 June, 2009, 01:31:33 pm
Quote from: TimC on 24 June, 2009, 12:55:19 pm
nic I'm watching that recall - we've had no problems with these, and Schwalbe says that the problem becomes apparent after very few miles. These have done around 1000 miles already (on V's other bike).
Yep that's what Quentin was doing as documented in the blog post I linked until the tyre decided to bulge after a 50mph descent.

To be honest, I wouldn't use them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 24 June, 2009, 04:39:28 pm
Just these tyres that have a recall or other models?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 24 June, 2009, 05:26:40 pm
The lady V's new bolide is gorgeous  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 24 June, 2009, 06:56:40 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 24 June, 2009, 04:39:28 pm
Just these tyres that have a recall or other models?
Just a specific batch of UltremoRs but the defect seems to apply to some Ultremo Rs that have yet to be recalled.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia2.jpg)

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia1.jpg)

Once I am sure about the stem size I will order a new Hope one in blinging blue.  Other than that, all is well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 27 June, 2009, 06:57:19 pm
The culmination of my recent project

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3665133733_47b50dcc59_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 June, 2009, 07:29:09 pm
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia
<Leslie Phillips> We..ell, hellloow Theia :-* </Leslie Phillips>

Did you know, BTW, that Raleigh branded inner tubes have very pretty dustcaps?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 June, 2009, 07:51:21 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 27 June, 2009, 06:57:19 pm
The culmination of my recent project

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3665133733_47b50dcc59_o.jpg)

You are tall.
Bike's nice.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 June, 2009, 08:08:00 pm
Exactly my thinking, Jurek.  That's a damn fine looking bike, but these space badgers must be bigger than the earthbound ones. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 27 June, 2009, 08:14:26 pm
An Earthbadger could ride that under the crossbar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gonzo on 27 June, 2009, 08:46:37 pm
Grub - nice blue tints!

Spacebadger - How tall  are you!?!?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 27 June, 2009, 09:40:54 pm
Both GruB and Spacebadge have excelled themselves.   :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 June, 2009, 10:24:53 pm
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia2.jpg)

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia1.jpg)

Once I am sure about the stem size I will order a new Hope one in blinging blue.  Other than that, all is well.

Not entirely convinced by the blue bar-tape GruB.

I also used to use fairly 'contraversial' bar tape on my bikes (and, in one case, a bright blue saddle not unlike your bar tape) and have now conformed by using Black in most cases.  Maybe I just got old but I think Black Bar-tape would be perfect in this case.

Having said that, I know why you did it and find it hard to argue against.  It's definitely a GruB bike now and it's good to have a bike with a 'personality'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 June, 2009, 10:26:32 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 27 June, 2009, 06:57:19 pm
The culmination of my recent project

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3665133733_47b50dcc59_o.jpg)

Bikes for big buggers usually look odd and 'gangly'

Yours is no different but it also looks bloody lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 June, 2009, 10:35:28 pm
Lee,
Ti is so - similar.  I just wanted to snappy it up a tad.  Subtle like if I can.
It all started with the blue bottom bracket.
I only want to get a blue stem now and then that will be it.

If most others like black and ti then that is fine by me as mine will be different.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 June, 2009, 10:40:53 pm
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 10:35:28 pm
Lee,
Ti is so - similar.  I just wanted to snappy it up a tad.  Subtle like if I can.
It all started with the blue bottom bracket.
I only want to get a blue stem now and then that will be it.

If most others like black and ti then that is fine by me as mine will be different.

I'm not casting any stones on the subject of bar tape

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1246138800)

(Now black, I hasten to add, it was actually quite pink with S&M overtones)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 27 June, 2009, 11:06:48 pm
Pragmatically, black bar tape doesn't show up grease, oil, and other dirt, after you've inevitably had to deal with some sort of mechanical.  I've had coloured bar tape on bikes in the past, and it always seems to end up rather grubby after a while. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 June, 2009, 11:51:10 pm
Grubby, did some one say?  Suits me  ;D

I have blue Assos arm warmer for Theia.

I have yellow Assos arm warmers for the TCR.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 28 June, 2009, 01:08:42 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 27 June, 2009, 06:57:19 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3665133733_47b50dcc59_o.jpg)

That is just stunning. Though I don't know what it would have looked like in its original incarnation (much less any subsequent ones) I suspect that it might look better now than it ever has done. With the small exception (if I'm being picky) of the stem - which is utterly gorgeous in its own right, but looks a little out of place in the colour scheme, I think.

But still, what a beautiful bike. :thumbsup:

Platform spds? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 28 June, 2009, 12:10:17 pm
Grub, your bike is lovely.  It looks exactly like the monstathorn. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 June, 2009, 12:30:08 pm
Chris, I have just got back from a quick varied 28 miles.  Big hills, fast corners, bumpy road - it had it all.  This bike was amazingly smooth.  The power to the back end is not sludgy at all.  That salesman from Pearson deserves to rot in hell for his negative comments about titanium - especially the Etape.
I am totally well chuffed.
Bring on the Chapman.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 02:38:36 pm
Thanks for the compliments everyone. I'm really pleased with the result, too. I agree with Paul about the stem. I tried and tried to get a new silver stem somewhere close to the length I need, but without success. The one I used was a NOS 3T Status model from Ebay - a bargain at only £6. Slightly short for me at 120mm, but quite nice. It's a bit more gun-metal coloured than the silver I'd hoped for, but I'm still keeping an eye out.

Quote from: gonzo on 27 June, 2009, 08:46:37 pm

Spacebadger - How tall  are you!?!?

Ok. Time to reveal the average height of a SpaceBadger is just under 6'5"  ;)

Those Earth bound ones are short arses  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 28 June, 2009, 05:32:10 pm
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia



You say Theia.  Enigma says Thelma.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 28 June, 2009, 05:43:47 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 02:38:36 pm
Thanks for the compliments everyone. I'm really pleased with the result, too. I agree with Paul about the stem. I tried and tried to get a new silver stem somewhere close to the length I need, but without success. The one I used was a NOS 3T Status model from Ebay - a bargain at only £6. Slightly short for me at 120mm, but quite nice. It's a bit more gun-metal coloured than the silver I'd hoped for, but I'm still keeping an eye out.

 I have one of those stems, and it's a nice match for a Titanium seatpost  ;)

Careful with that little plastic cover though, they crack easily if you overtighten the screw that holds it in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 05:47:13 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 28 June, 2009, 05:43:47 pm
I have one of those stems, and it's a nice match for a Titanium seatpost  ;)

Careful with that little plastic cover though, they crack easily if you overtighten the screw that holds it in.

And just when I finally managed to find a polished silver alloy seatpost! That was an effort in itself  ;)

I know what you mean about the cover. Mine already has a blob of super-glue on the underside. I don't think I overtightened it - just the product of a very old and very delicate piece of plastic. Well, that's my story and I'm sticking to it  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 28 June, 2009, 06:18:49 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 02:38:36 pm
Thanks for the compliments everyone. I'm really pleased with the result, too. I agree with Paul about the stem. I tried and tried to get a new silver stem somewhere close to the length I need, but without success. The one I used was a NOS 3T Status model from Ebay - a bargain at only £6. Slightly short for me at 120mm, but quite nice. It's a bit more gun-metal coloured than the silver I'd hoped for, but I'm still keeping an eye out.
Spacebadger, this might be worth a try? It's dated March, so it might be gone.
http://www.londonfgss.com/thread17535.html (http://www.londonfgss.com/thread17535.html)
I'm a very short-arsed earthbadger, but with very long arms: I got a 13cm cinelli from somewhere. If you've no luck. PM me and I'll try to find out where I got it from.
Aye, very nice result there, btw.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 June, 2009, 06:19:41 pm
Quote from: Paul on 28 June, 2009, 01:08:42 am
That is just stunning. Though I don't know what it would have looked like in its original incarnation (much less any subsequent ones) I suspect that it might look better now than it ever has done.
I saw it in its original pinky-purple finish, and you are correct.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 June, 2009, 06:39:29 pm
The current fleet:

(http://www.reb.co.uk/giant.jpg)

Giant TCR Carbon, Ultegra drivetrain, Ksyrium Elite wheels.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/thorn.jpg)

The audax bike:  Thorn Cyclosportif, handbuilt wheels with a Schmidt front hub drivind an Edelux, Ultegra drivetrain, 3TTT Morphe bars, Tubus rack, Arkel pack, Brooks Team Pro.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/enduro.jpg)

Specialized Enduro, Fox Talas forks, XT drivetrain, handbuilt wheels.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/langster.jpg)

Specialized Langster, 70" gear with Sugino cranks, hanbuilt wheels with Goldtech hubs and CXP33 rims.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/pubbike.jpg)

The Pub bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 June, 2009, 07:01:35 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 28 June, 2009, 05:32:10 pm
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia



You say Theia.  Enigma says Thelma.

Very funny.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 08:06:10 pm
Quote from: eck on 28 June, 2009, 06:18:49 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 02:38:36 pm
Thanks for the compliments everyone. I'm really pleased with the result, too. I agree with Paul about the stem. I tried and tried to get a new silver stem somewhere close to the length I need, but without success. The one I used was a NOS 3T Status model from Ebay - a bargain at only £6. Slightly short for me at 120mm, but quite nice. It's a bit more gun-metal coloured than the silver I'd hoped for, but I'm still keeping an eye out.
Spacebadger, this might be worth a try? It's dated March, so it might be gone.
http://www.londonfgss.com/thread17535.html (http://www.londonfgss.com/thread17535.html)
I'm a very short-arsed earthbadger, but with very long arms: I got a 13cm cinelli from somewhere. If you've no luck. PM me and I'll try to find out where I got it from.
Aye, very nice result there, btw.  8)

Thanks, eck. I've just registered and made 3 quick (mostly) pointless posts  ::-) so I should be able to PM the seller this time tomorrow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 28 June, 2009, 08:09:36 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 28 June, 2009, 06:39:29 pm
The current fleet:

(http://www.reb.co.uk/giant.jpg)

Giant TCR Carbon, Ultegra drivetrain, Ksyrium Elite wheels.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/enduro.jpg)

Specialized Enduro, Fox Talas forks, XT drivetrain, handbuilt wheels.


A nice collection! My faves are the Giant (nice colour co-ordination) and the Speccy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 28 June, 2009, 11:52:50 pm
Well time to put this here:

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSC_0007.jpg)

I finally fettled it into a ride-able state today, although still only one gear and back brakes only. I gave the local kids a few 'joy rides' and raised lots of smiles then took Maffie to the park and back.

It's certainly an enjoyable laid back mode of transport. I reckon it will be good for a 10 mph average on the flat. And those brakes are bloody powerful. Must be able to eject your passengers with the front brake sorted! I can't wait to get it stripped and lovingly rebuilt.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 29 June, 2009, 08:51:44 am
Quote from: Grub on 27 June, 2009, 03:53:22 pm
I present you Theia

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia2.jpg)

Once I am sure about the stem size I will order a new Hope one in blinging blue.  Other than that, all is well.

That's a lovely bike, Grub. Despite Lee's misgivings (and I note he's a reformed blingist ;)), do not ever be tempted to join the throng of black-accessoried-Ti-bike owners. It looks so unnnecessarily industrial and, well, dull. Ti is a lovely material, but it does need blinging up a bit. Sod the fact that coloured bar tape gets grubby - it's only a few quid to change it, and most colours respond pretty well to a treatment with MucOff.

Down With Dull Bikes!! ;D For instance, this is how Ritchey would have the Break away Ti/carbon:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/RitcheyBreak-AwayTiCarbon.jpg)

This is how it should be!

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/Ritcheyfinished051.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 June, 2009, 12:43:13 pm
Nice, nice bike Grub! Busy as always!  ;) and I am not so sure with the blue touch either. But lovely bike.

Rob, quite a collection and some big bikes!! I take it you don't use the drops much on the Langster.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 01:20:03 pm
Grub,
Your bike needs blue tyres and a blue or blue/black saddle to balance it up.


TimC,
That Ritchey is a beaut. How does it ride? Does the carbon triangle make for quite a stiff back end?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 03:15:33 pm
Ladies and Gents,

I present to you my Eviiil Bike:
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSC_0034.jpg)

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSC_0036.jpg)

Don't be fooled by it's white saddle and white bar tape. It's a ruse. This bike is black and evil through and through.
And don't ask me why. It just is.

Hopefully heading for a club run a week on Sunday.  :thumbsup:

Should I go for an obligatory carbon bottle cage or will people look down their snooty noses at me for having an alloy one on there?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 29 June, 2009, 03:20:46 pm
They're more likely to look down their noses at you using spds rather than road pedals...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 29 June, 2009, 03:39:36 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 03:15:33 pm
Should I go for an obligatory carbon bottle cage or will people look down their snooty noses at me for having an alloy one on there?

No, alloy is fine, and that invisible alloy one you have is especially cool.  8)

Nice Evil bike, sir. I gave it some serious thought for my n+1. I only decided against it cos I already had some non-compatible wheels. Enjoy.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 June, 2009, 03:53:03 pm
They will mainly comment if you can't keep up... They won't mind what you ride if you do!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 03:59:34 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 29 June, 2009, 03:20:46 pm
They're more likely to look down their noses at you using spds rather than road pedals...

Very true. I poking fun anyway, thinking about my last foray into anything racey, where by I did some time trialling. I set a reasonable time despite having a compact chainset and wearing a 'sail'. People are welcome to be a snooty as they like :)

My intention is just to enjoy the bike without forking out for anything else. I'll be hoping my pump fits in my jersey pocket and I don't think I'm too fussed about a 'puter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 04:01:32 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 29 June, 2009, 03:53:03 pm
They will mainly comment if you can't keep up... They won't mind what you ride if you do!

Not my experience, but my aim!

Thanks Frenchie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 29 June, 2009, 09:40:42 pm
One more to share...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3662/3672349949_e6fdca3260_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 June, 2009, 09:45:57 pm
Your saddle can peep over the fence into next door's! ;D

Nice bicycle, mind ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 29 June, 2009, 09:56:35 pm
Thanks TimC, loving your ti too.  I agree and can understand why you have gone for the red route.

Frenchie, busy - well yes as she is a worker bike.  Lovely to ride but still a worker.

Ed, you surprise me with an Evil bike.  I had you down as a more sit up and beg type of guy  ;D  Glad to be proven wrong though.

Spacebadger, that seat post must flex somewhat?  How long is your stem too?  Can you ride that with no hands?  Lovely colour scheme though.  I have always admired them - they are massively bling in Oz.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 10:06:48 pm
Quote from: Grub on 29 June, 2009, 09:56:35 pm
Ed, you surprise me with an Evil bike.  I had you down as a more sit up and beg type of guy  ;D  Glad to be proven wrong though.

I'm not sure how you draw that conclusion when this is my usual choice weapon:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3018/2794549138_73a1e69ae1.jpg?v=0)

Still, nice to prove you wrong  ;)
(And I can stop drooling enviously at your TCR whenver you post a picture of it!!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 29 June, 2009, 10:21:34 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 June, 2009, 09:45:57 pm
Your saddle can peep over the fence into next door's! ;D

Nice bicycle, mind ;)

There's not much to see  ;)

Quote from: Grub on 29 June, 2009, 09:56:35 pm
Spacebadger, that seat post must flex somewhat?  How long is your stem too?  Can you ride that with no hands?  Lovely colour scheme though.  I have always admired them - they are massively bling in Oz.

Thanks. It's a very comfortable and light bike but I don't notice any flex. R3s are renowned for their stiffness (let's not start that debate again here...). Stem is 130mm. I am just on the limit, thankfully for my wallet, of being able to ride off the peg bikes. If I were any taller I'd be considerably poorer!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 June, 2009, 10:33:58 pm
Yes, a bike that Cervelo custom built would damage your bank balance for a long time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 10:43:45 pm
Looks very sporty that, SpaceBadger.
I wonder, can you see into space sat atop that high perch?

Don't mention getting my coat. It's far too warm, I don't need it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 June, 2009, 12:50:39 am
It's been a while since I posted one of mine. .

I'm finally getting around to assembling the Basso.

This is the first 'dry fit'

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various143.jpg)

Trial fitting the components. 8-spd Campag mix.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various145.jpg)

And refining the riding position - Must remember to buy some cranks!

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various144.jpg)

Scared to ride it to be honest. Too bleedin' fat!

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 June, 2009, 08:43:58 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 29 June, 2009, 09:40:42 pm
One more to share...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3662/3672349949_e6fdca3260_o.jpg)

Gorgeous!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 June, 2009, 08:46:19 am
Very nice Basso as well!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 30 June, 2009, 08:47:49 am
Quote from: Grub on 29 June, 2009, 09:56:35 pm
Frenchie, busy - well yes as she is a worker bike.  Lovely to ride but still a worker.

Ah, there's something to be said of the PC and his working girl...  ;)  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 30 June, 2009, 09:43:50 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 30 June, 2009, 08:43:58 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 29 June, 2009, 09:40:42 pm
One more to share...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3662/3672349949_e6fdca3260_o.jpg)

Gorgeous!  :P

..and plenty of room for a Carradice Camper Longflap saddlebag.

My neck muscles are hurting just looking at that saddle/handlebar relationship.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 10:12:53 am
Very nice bike Torslanda!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alexb on 30 June, 2009, 10:38:57 am
Finally my new bike is complete. Only a year now since it went from this:
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010027.jpg)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010019.jpg)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010022.jpg)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010003.jpg)
to this:
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010046-1.jpg)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010064.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 30 June, 2009, 10:40:58 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 03:15:33 pm
Ladies and Gents,

I present to you my Eviiil Bike:
Don't be fooled by it's white saddle and white bar tape. It's a ruse. This bike is black and evil through and through.
And don't ask me why. It just is.

Hopefully heading for a club run a week on Sunday.  :thumbsup:

Should I go for an obligatory carbon bottle cage or will people look down their snooty noses at me for having an alloy one on there?
Plenty of people use SPDs on road bikes, I will when I eventually succumb to getting one. What's the problem as long as it works for you? Apart from that, I like being able to walk properly....How do you find the ride on your typical British street? I know of people using the Cayo for a commute, but it's more stiff and racey than sportive/fast commute (a la Spesh Roubaix etc) from what I've heard..?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 30 June, 2009, 10:43:14 am
Very nice alex - good to see a sensible length headtube in a compact frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 30 June, 2009, 10:48:38 am
Yes, very nice

It must be wonderous thing to ride a bike you've really built yourself,  from a pile of tubes :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 11:05:44 am
Quote from: StuAff on 30 June, 2009, 10:40:58 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 03:15:33 pm
Ladies and Gents,

I present to you my Eviiil Bike:
Don't be fooled by it's white saddle and white bar tape. It's a ruse. This bike is black and evil through and through.
And don't ask me why. It just is.

Hopefully heading for a club run a week on Sunday.  :thumbsup:

Should I go for an obligatory carbon bottle cage or will people look down their snooty noses at me for having an alloy one on there?
Plenty of people use SPDs on road bikes, I will when I eventually succumb to getting one. What's the problem as long as it works for you? Apart from that, I like being able to walk properly....How do you find the ride on your typical British street? I know of people using the Cayo for a commute, but it's more stiff and racey than sportive/fast commute (a la Spesh Roubaix etc) from what I've heard..?

The reviews I have read seem to stack up with what you say. I wanted something 'racey'.

I haven't ridden it far yet, just around the block a couple of times. So with that caveat I will say our local roads are anything but smooth and I'd say it was okay. Certainly not smooth like my Ti bike was but on the other hand only a slight amount of road buzz when riding on a poorly dressed road surface. I was amazed at the amount of forward momentum generated when I pushed off on it. However the effect did not seem so great once I got it upto speed. It's really hard to measure the benefit I'm getting as I don't ride with a computer.

I do see a few people commuting on them in Manchester.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 30 June, 2009, 11:51:17 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 29 June, 2009, 01:20:03 pm
Grub,
Your bike needs blue tyres and a blue or blue/black saddle to balance it up.


TimC,
That Ritchey is a beaut. How does it ride? Does the carbon triangle make for quite a stiff back end?

It rides very comfortably! I don't have much experience of Ti, but in comparison to my Cannondale R1000 (CAAD8), which is the most comfortable aluminium frame I've ever ridden, it's like a feather bed! It's certainly more than stiff enough at the rear to cope with my pathetic power output - prolly a bit stiffer than the 'Dale. It would probably be even more comfortable with a carbon seatpost, but I don't want to risk one of those on a joint that's frequently stressed and destressed by the assembly and disassembly process.

And we are loving your Focus too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 11:59:39 am
Funny you should say that about your Cannondale R1000, I'm really impressed with the ride of my M500 (rigid MTB) in spite of it's tyres and wide flat handlebars that I really don't get on with. With a few tweaks it could be a formidable machine.

Arguably too the best Alu framed bike I've ever had. I had envisaged rebuilding the wheels with some 650c rims and suitable tyres, narrowing the bars, adding bar ends and swapping the 22/32/44 chain rings for 26/38/48 making it into the ultimate urban commuting beast and making it suitable for the odd audax too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 30 June, 2009, 01:46:17 pm
Lovely Alex - I really, really want to do that course with Dave Yates too!  One day...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alexb on 30 June, 2009, 02:43:29 pm
Thanks for the comments guys. The whole thing ends up getting very expensive though and there's no getting away from the fact that if you are going to do it, don't do it on the cheap. Why would you pay close to £1k (minimum) for a bike you could get made for you for half the cost.

The end result is that you go for mid-high end tubesets, fancy lugs and lots of detail, but the price just keeps piling on!

I don't think I got any change out of £1600 once it's all been costed out. Accommodation and course costs take up 3/4 of that! Materials are maybe £400 on top and then paint adds quite a bit afterwards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 02:59:04 pm
Alexb,

I think it needs decals! You can actually put your name on it! :p

I notice it has quite a tall headtube, yet quite a short stem angle. Why is this? I would have been tempted by a slightly shorter top tube, and a stem giving a bit more rise, thus allowing for a less slopey top tube. But then there's probably a good reason not to do that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 30 June, 2009, 03:31:18 pm
I've been waiting to see photos of that bike for ages, Alex.

It doesn't disappoint  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 June, 2009, 04:49:56 pm
Quote from: alexb on 30 June, 2009, 02:43:29 pm
Thanks for the comments guys. The whole thing ends up getting very expensive though and there's no getting away from the fact that if you are going to do it, don't do it on the cheap. Why would you pay close to £1k (minimum) for a bike you could get made for you for half the cost.

The end result is that you go for mid-high end tubesets, fancy lugs and lots of detail, but the price just keeps piling on!

I don't think I got any change out of £1600 once it's all been costed out. Accommodation and course costs take up 3/4 of that! Materials are maybe £400 on top and then paint adds quite a bit afterwards.

Yeah but YOU made it.  That is priceless really.  Well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Really Ancien on 30 June, 2009, 04:54:09 pm
Alex's bike is very similar to late 19th Century designs,

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/120/259309548_893d9bd922.jpg?v=0)

(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010003.jpg)



Damon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alexb on 30 June, 2009, 05:07:08 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 02:59:04 pm
Alexb,

I think it needs decals! You can actually put your name on it! :p

I notice it has quite a tall headtube, yet quite a short stem angle. Why is this? I would have been tempted by a slightly shorter top tube, and a stem giving a bit more rise, thus allowing for a less slopey top tube. But then there's probably a good reason not to do that?

I've spent months agonising over decals, fonts and names and also headbadges. In the end I decided I'd rather ride it whilst the weather is good.

As for the headtube - well, taller head tubes make for stiffer front ends and longer lasting headsets.
Taller a-head stems just means more spacers, which means less rigidity, worse front end alignment and shorter lived bearings. I also think they look pretty ugly.

The very sloping top tube is for a simple reason, to get the luggage down as low as possible. On my other bike when I'm riding out tof the saddle I can feel the luggage swinging the bike from side to side, on this one I can't. The saddlebag sits nearly 3" lower on this bike than on my Dave Russell.

Dave also designed the front end around a stem length of about 140mm. This ties in with my own feeling from experiments that stems around 120-140mm give very relaxed handling. If you shorten the stem on the same bike (I've tried everything from 150mm down to 90mm on the same frame (not this one)) the handling gets decidedly twitchy as you go shorter than 120mm.

There's a lot of geeky detail in the bike - I had a lot of time to think about what I wanted to change about the bikes I already have.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 30 June, 2009, 05:44:03 pm
Quote from: Really Ancien on 30 June, 2009, 04:54:09 pm
Alex's bike is very similar to late 19th Century designs,

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/120/259309548_893d9bd922.jpg?v=0)

(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g111/2daves/P1010003.jpg)

Well, the saddle's the same.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 03 July, 2009, 09:47:26 am
Out for a very very pleasant trip up to Mayfield and environs in May

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/The-Roberts.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 03 July, 2009, 09:50:59 am
Aha: so that's where that Roberts ended up.  V nice, blending in with the cow parsley/bracken verge combination.

Quote from: Riggers on 03 July, 2009, 09:47:26 am
Out for a very very pleasant trip up to Mayfield and environs in May

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/The-Roberts.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 03 July, 2009, 09:52:48 am
Yep! I tired of it and just dumped it by the verge, letting the grass grow around it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 July, 2009, 10:26:05 am
Seems to have a bit of a grass stain around the forks & BB.  You'll need a boil wash for that...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 03 July, 2009, 10:30:16 am

Now with added Brighton butt-plug.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 July, 2009, 08:55:45 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 03 July, 2009, 09:47:26 am
Out for a very very pleasant trip up to Mayfield and environs in May

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/The-Roberts.jpg)

I bet you had plenty of flies in your face on that ride  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 06 July, 2009, 08:52:59 am
… and hills.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 09 July, 2009, 10:52:54 am
No-name Columbus Cromor road frame (bought from Geoffrey Butler bike shop).
Campagnolo Super Record brakes, seatpin, chainset.
Campagnolo Record hubs, BB.
Mavic CX18 & GEL280 rims.
Vittoria CX & CG tubs.
"Bernard Hinault" Turbo saddle.
3ttt stem, ITM bars.
Stronglight A9 headset.
Wellgo pedals.
46x18 gear.

(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/RedCromorcliffrailings.jpg)
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/RedCromorseawallright.jpg)
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o181/fixerr/RedCromorseawallrightangled.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2009, 11:10:17 am
That's neat. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 09 July, 2009, 11:21:36 am
very nice.  Brake's on the wrong side for me though..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2009, 01:30:13 pm
Finally got Superstoker's bike finished and out for a trip to the cafe for lunch.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0665.jpg)

Mine too, but, being an older bike & packing Carradice, I thought B/W would be appropriate (and reduce the effect of that damn fence a bit :-[ )

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0666b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 09 July, 2009, 03:55:54 pm
Excellent  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
It looks a bit cleaner than it was when I give it to you  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2009, 03:58:18 pm
When I had the wheels off, I broke out the baby wipes ;D

Still a few greasy fingerprints from my fettling, though :-[

The bairn loves it!  He's really impressed with how light it is, and how easy to ride.  He's a bit nervous about going far, but I think we can build on what we've done today.

Thank you so much :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 09 July, 2009, 07:23:03 pm
My faithful flat-bar road bike; many happy miles on it:
(http://tom-e.yacf.net/imgs/P7090083.jpg)

My new toy.  I think I can get used to this lying down business...
(http://tom-e.yacf.net/imgs/P7090084.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 July, 2009, 07:34:55 pm
Have you noticed that the sloping top tube of the upright and the boom of the bent are almost exactly parallel to the drainpipe?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 09 July, 2009, 08:09:03 pm
Hmmm, perhaps that wasn't the best spot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 10 July, 2009, 11:39:22 am
Dolan FXE

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0619misc2220006.jpg)

Kinesis Racelight T (best bike)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/kinesis.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 July, 2009, 02:25:09 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Theia.jpg)

Perhaps I need some of these too?  (http://www.foska.com/images/product_images/union-jack-bottle1227611406492bdd0e095ea.png)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 03:05:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 10 July, 2009, 11:39:22 am
Dolan FXE

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0619misc2220006.jpg)

Kinesis Racelight T (best bike)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/kinesis.jpg)




Nice bikes.
I feel obliged to point out that the chain is a bit slack on the Dolan

Is there much between them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 July, 2009, 03:39:31 pm
It's an extreme position!  I assume, Mr. Hunt, that you are a racing whippet with no trace of a beer gut.  My Fuji is similar, but that's because it usually has tri-bars clipped on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 05:05:34 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 11 July, 2009, 03:39:31 pm
It's an extreme position!  I assume, Mr. Hunt, that you are a racing whippet with no trace of a beer gut.  My Fuji is similar, but that's because it usually has tri-bars clipped on.

Have always run my bars low and yes I am a racing whippet (well 34 years old whippet)

Changed the wheels, mudguards, bartape, chain, today and dropped the bars a little more.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/2009_0712various220011.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 05:09:38 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 03:05:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 10 July, 2009, 11:39:22 am
Dolan FXE

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0619misc2220006.jpg)

Kinesis Racelight T (best bike)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/kinesis.jpg)




Nice bikes.
I feel obliged to point out that the chain is a bit slack on the Dolan

Is there much between them?

Yes the Dolan is around 2 1/2 lbs heavier, the Kinesis is a much better frame to ride, I have now tightened the chain.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 July, 2009, 05:28:16 pm
Much smarter now.  But about the yellow tyres... ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 11 July, 2009, 05:33:23 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 July, 2009, 02:25:09 pm
Perhaps I need some of these too?  (http://www.foska.com/images/product_images/union-jack-bottle1227611406492bdd0e095ea.png)
mr G, what you really need is some new dustcaps  8)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2555/3709577223_64c0626bf1.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 July, 2009, 05:37:29 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 05:09:38 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 03:05:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 10 July, 2009, 11:39:22 am
Dolan FXE

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0619misc2220006.jpg)

Kinesis Racelight T (best bike)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/kinesis.jpg)




Nice bikes.
I feel obliged to point out that the chain is a bit slack on the Dolan

Is there much between them?

Yes the Dolan is around 2 1/2 lbs heavier, the Kinesis is a much better frame to ride, I have now tightened the chain.

What crankset is that? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 July, 2009, 05:44:10 pm
I am keeping my eye out for those dustcaps.  In the winter of course I have my blue flashing tyreflies  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 July, 2009, 05:49:05 pm
Superstoker has blue dustcaps.  He's ahead of you! :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 06:55:47 pm
Quote from: LEE on 11 July, 2009, 05:37:29 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 05:09:38 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 03:05:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 10 July, 2009, 11:39:22 am
Dolan FXE



Kinesis Racelight T (best bike)






Nice bikes.
I feel obliged to point out that the chain is a bit slack on the Dolan

Is there much between them?

Yes the Dolan is around 2 1/2 lbs heavier, the Kinesis is a much better frame to ride, I have now tightened the chain.

What crankset is that?  

Both are running Sugino RD's with 48 ring and 170mm cranks and 16t sprockets, I do sometimes run a 14t spocket on the kinesis
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 07:31:31 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 06:55:47 pm
<snip>

Both are running Sugino RD's with 48 ring and 170mm cranks and 16t sprockets, I do sometimes run a 14t spocket on the kinesis

 :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 11:31:04 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 30 June, 2009, 11:05:44 am
Quote from: StuAff on 30 June, 2009, 10:40:58 am

<snip>

Plenty of people use SPDs on road bikes, I will when I eventually succumb to getting one. What's the problem as long as it works for you? Apart from that, I like being able to walk properly....How do you find the ride on your typical British street? I know of people using the Cayo for a commute, but it's more stiff and racey than sportive/fast commute (a la Spesh Roubaix etc) from what I've heard..?

The reviews I have read seem to stack up with what you say. I wanted something 'racey'.

I haven't ridden it far yet, just around the block a couple of times. So with that caveat I will say our local roads are anything but smooth and I'd say it was okay. Certainly not smooth like my Ti bike was but on the other hand only a slight amount of road buzz when riding on a poorly dressed road surface. I was amazed at the amount of forward momentum generated when I pushed off on it. However the effect did not seem so great once I got it upto speed. It's really hard to measure the benefit I'm getting as I don't ride with a computer.

I do see a few people commuting on them in Manchester.

I took the cayo on it's first proper ride today. En route to the start of the club run, I took a gradual climb riding up the A34 over the M60 from Gatley into East Didsbury. Nothing too strenuous, but it does usually bring you into the wind a little bit. I was going steadily saving my legs, so averaging about 15mph prior to this point. I put in slightly less than my usual extra amount of effort riding up the incline and the bike sailed up to 18 mph! I put in just a little more and I reached 20 mph at the summit. I couldn't believe how well it climbed!! I'm delighted with the response this bike gives everytime I push a bit more. Even after ~40 miles, on the way home I was cruising at over 22 mph.

After about three hours and fifty miles in the Saddle, I reckon the bike is comfortable enough for me to easily do a ton. I didn't encounter any road buzz and we rode on a multitude of surfaces. In my limited experience of this bike and other bikes, the only one I have to ride any better was Ti.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 July, 2009, 08:00:35 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2009, 07:31:31 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 11 July, 2009, 06:55:47 pm
<snip>

Both are running Sugino RD's with 48 ring and 170mm cranks and 16t sprockets, I do sometimes run a 14t spocket on the kinesis

 :o

I use 48 x 14 on the Fuji.  Only for time-trialling, and only because the first mile is mostly downhill.  On the flat, it's a little bit too big.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 06:48:37 pm
No new pics (my camera's on holiday in Germany getting fixed), but I just wanted to say how bloody marvellous our Dawes Super Galaxy tandem is :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 12 July, 2009, 07:59:35 pm
 A 50yr young "Ian Steel"  nervex lugged Viking which is to my lichen.

(http://i578.photobucket.com/albums/ss226/SgtBikeo/DSCF00310232.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 12 July, 2009, 08:44:35 pm
Cool, that's lovely :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:03:07 pm
Simply beautiful!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 12 July, 2009, 09:04:41 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:03:07 pm
Simply beautiful!

You've turned those cranks and wheels, and held those bars.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 12 July, 2009, 09:10:26 pm
Yay! I was right ;) :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:10:37 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 12 July, 2009, 09:04:41 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:03:07 pm
Simply beautiful!

You've turned those cranks and wheels, and held those bars.  :thumbsup:

It was beautiful then, and it's beautiful now! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 12 July, 2009, 09:11:57 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 12 July, 2009, 09:10:26 pm
Yay! I was right ;) :D

I do hope it was a £100 bet.   :thumbsup:;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 12 July, 2009, 09:12:58 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:10:37 pm
Quote from: Sgt Bikeo on 12 July, 2009, 09:04:41 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 July, 2009, 09:03:07 pm
Simply beautiful!

You've turned those cranks and wheels, and held those bars.  :thumbsup:

It was beautiful then, and it's beautiful now! :thumbsup:

The frame is a replacement for a much missed frame.
A phoenix from the ashes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 14 July, 2009, 08:51:27 am
The old girl on a recent trip to Chantonbury Ring

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/MTB.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 14 July, 2009, 07:25:01 pm

Peyronie's tree.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 15 July, 2009, 08:40:33 am
Ah, I getcher! I had to look it up, which doesn't sound quite right given the explanation of Peyronie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 July, 2009, 12:23:28 am
Finished the upgrades on the full suss.

From this

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0682.jpg)

To this

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various147.jpg)

Home built wheels and disc brakes. XTR discs. Manitou Black Platinum fork. Plush

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various148.jpg)

No. 2 son's seal of approval.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various152.jpg)

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 16 July, 2009, 03:28:32 am
Is amazed at how much Nicholas has grown!

Bike looks better with those forks :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 16 July, 2009, 10:49:58 am
And anodised purple back in fashion :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 July, 2009, 10:51:44 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 16 July, 2009, 10:49:58 am
And anodised purple back in fashion :D

I didn't know it was ever out of fashion ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 July, 2009, 11:09:13 am
Mega-trick, as the MTB mags of the time would say...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Viv on 17 July, 2009, 03:20:52 pm
I just wanted to add to the "Bikes in the Kitchen" theme...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/3143093427_c220820afd_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 03:36:39 pm
Doormatching's a bit slack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 17 July, 2009, 03:37:54 pm
Kitchen Pr0n
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 July, 2009, 03:39:34 pm
Quote from: Viv on 17 July, 2009, 03:20:52 pm
I just wanted to add to the "Bikes in the Kitchen" theme...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/3143093427_c220820afd_b.jpg)

Like the leather saddle/bar tape coordination. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 17 July, 2009, 03:41:28 pm
How do you get to the cooker?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 July, 2009, 03:43:39 pm
You took the photo before christmas and it's taken you this long to post  :o  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 17 July, 2009, 03:46:24 pm
Quote from: jurek on 17 July, 2009, 03:43:39 pm
You took the photo before christmas and it's taken you this long to post  :o  ;)
Look closely Jurek it's a 2006 advent calendar.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 03:58:23 pm
I hope yuo've added the missing spokes since then... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 July, 2009, 04:01:27 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 17 July, 2009, 03:46:24 pm
Quote from: jurek on 17 July, 2009, 03:43:39 pm
You took the photo before christmas and it's taken you this long to post  :o  ;)
Look closely Jurek it's a 2006 advent calendar.  ;)

What calendar?
I was going by the festive wreath in the window. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: De Sisti on 17 July, 2009, 04:05:08 pm
Sportive/holiday/warm weather bike:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2527/3711027214_229c6b1799.jpg?v=0)

Titanium audax bike:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2676/3732377529_10dd0c41bb.jpg?v=0)

Winter audax bike:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3460/3732375489_c4d200b0fc.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 04:14:28 pm
All looking good (thuogh I don't personally like the sight of lots of spacers (I'm an incurable quill-stems man - what can I say? ;D )). 

Are those Ti forks on the sportive bike?  How well do they ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Viv on 17 July, 2009, 04:16:52 pm
Quote from: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 03:36:39 pm
Doormatching's a bit slack.

Well spotted clarion, but you're supposed to be looking at the bike. If you must know the kitchen was recently enlarged on a tight budget and we reused some of the old doors (saved money for bikes). This pic makes it look much worse than it actually is though.

Jurek - Sorry they've been on Flickr since Christmas but I only just stumbled across this feed.

I was ill at Christmas and was allowed to bring bike into the kitchen to add it's new (leather) trinkets.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: De Sisti on 17 July, 2009, 05:04:31 pm
Quote from: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 04:14:28 pm
All looking good (thuogh I don't personally like the sight of lots of spacers (I'm an incurable quill-stems man - what can I say? ;D )).  

Are those Ti forks on the sportive bike?  How well do they ride?

Yes, they are Ti forks. They are light and stable, if that means anything.  Two of my bikes
have lots of spacers, I know. But they are both very comfortable.

Paul Hewitt measured me up for one, and one of the titanium bikes is almost identical in dimensions.
Bottom line is, they're both comfortable to ride.  :)

Edit : Even on the drops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2009, 05:06:18 pm
Comfortable is good :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 July, 2009, 05:17:55 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 16 July, 2009, 10:49:58 am
And anodised purple back in fashion :D

 :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[  :-[

Is it cos I is embarassed . . . .?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 18 July, 2009, 05:22:18 pm
Put new tyres on the good bike this afternoon and realised I've not shown it off since upgrading to Ultegra last year.

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b10/KeithSmith1974/bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 18 July, 2009, 07:04:42 pm
 8)
That's nnnice Mr kyuss.
I'm liking the black - white balance. Very tasteful indeed.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 19 July, 2009, 02:42:33 pm
Quote from: eck on 18 July, 2009, 07:04:42 pm
8)
That's nnnice Mr kyuss.
I'm liking the black - white balance. Very tasteful indeed.  :thumbsup:

Ditto wot he said.  Looks sharp and clean.  Nice one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 19 July, 2009, 02:58:39 pm
Cheers guys. The yellow decals on the fork are really bothering me now though. Might need to try and get some vinyl and reproduce them in a colour that matches. Or start saving for some Easton EC90 SL.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 19 July, 2009, 03:32:00 pm
You can't really tell in that pic though.  So would you rather the yellow was red?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 19 July, 2009, 04:16:20 pm
Aye. Or white. Everything else is red, black or white, that tiny bit of yellow looks out of place. No big deal though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 19 July, 2009, 06:03:17 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 19 July, 2009, 04:16:20 pm
Aye. Or white. Everything else is red, black or white, that tiny bit of yellow looks out of place. No big deal though.
On that note, may I request some views from The Panel on the build of my FRIEND'S new frame?  :-X
here's the frame - sans cat for once:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2564/3735036449_2609f99e87.jpg?v=0)

The seatpin and black saddle are a given. The wheels are all black (rims, spokes, hubs) Campag Protons

So, options are:
Groupset: black or traditional silver? Will be Campag anyway
Bars & stem: Black with white, black or red tape, or white (eg the new Deda Zero 100) with white or black or red tape. (I wonder if the white  bars & stem might be a "different" white to that on the frame)
Pedals: black (cheers Grub) or silver
Cages: will be black

Or should I HE just stop fannying about and get on with it?  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 July, 2009, 06:10:25 pm
JFGOWI :)

It'll be lovely.  Not sure about white bar tape tho'.  Looks great for the first 10 miles...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 19 July, 2009, 07:09:47 pm
Quote from: eck on 19 July, 2009, 06:03:17 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 19 July, 2009, 04:16:20 pm
Aye. Or white. Everything else is red, black or white, that tiny bit of yellow looks out of place. No big deal though.
On that note, may I request some views from The Panel on the build of my new frame?
here's the frame - sans cat for once:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2564/3735036449_2609f99e87.jpg?v=0)

The seatpin and black saddle are a given. The wheels are all black (rims, spokes, hubs) Campag Protons

So, options are:
Groupset: black or traditional silver? Will be Campag anyway
Bars & stem: Black with white, black or red tape, or white (eg the new Deda Zero 100) with white or black or red tape. (I wonder if the white  bars & stem might be a "different" white to that on the frame)
Pedals: black (cheers Grub) or silver
Cages: will be black

Or should I just stop fannying about and get on with it?  :-\

Hey, those pedals are the perfect colour for that frame for your FRIEND !!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 19 July, 2009, 10:27:17 pm
Quote from: Grub on 19 July, 2009, 07:09:47 pm
Hey, those pedals are the perfect colour for that frame for your FRIEND !!  ;D
:-[
Er, yes, you're so right Grub. I've passed the message on to HIM.  :-X
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 July, 2009, 02:00:33 pm
My Orbit. 

Just converted to Fixed

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Fixed1640.jpg?t=1248180458)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 21 July, 2009, 03:36:08 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2561/3742985696_615df8d1f4.jpg)

Just picked up a Byercycles Aravis Super Tourist for commuting and maybe some longer rides (have a 200Km planned with a colleague for a day when we bunk off work).; First drop bar bike I've ridded for 20 years. Jeeze everything feels a long way away after the bakfiets... which I've cleaned for the first time since we've owned it.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3521/3743011756_1bb5709095.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 21 July, 2009, 03:37:12 pm
 :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

you didnt go for the brooks saddle then? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 21 July, 2009, 03:47:01 pm
If I do, the leather will be attached to springs instead of nails. I involuntarily clench everytime I recall that experience.   :o

I am out of the loop when it comes to lycra - is there some kevlar insert that I should have had?

 Just checked sport-tracker. I wasn't actually much faster than on my Dahon, but I was a lot less damp.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 21 July, 2009, 04:52:47 pm
Yebut the Bakfiets is soooo much neater. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 July, 2009, 04:55:23 pm
Quote from: LEE on 21 July, 2009, 02:00:33 pm
My Orbit. 

Just converted to Fixed


Looking very, very nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2009, 05:36:53 pm
Quote from: LEE on 21 July, 2009, 02:00:33 pm
My Orbit. 

Just converted to Fixed

It actually looks better.  Stick it on the bathroom scales - it should be about 17.5lb with pedals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 21 July, 2009, 05:46:51 pm
I've seen that bike before!

I saw someone with a kick like Chris Hoy attempt to attack on a gentle hill, only to pull over with a broken bottom bracket after 50 yards   ;D ;D ;D :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 22 July, 2009, 08:12:08 pm
Before:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3285/3077487554_5a5895a21c.jpg)

After:
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/004.jpg)
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/002-1.jpg)

Subtle tweaks have turned this into a tarmac eater. Better tyres. Better brake blocks. Narrower lower bars/bar ends.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 July, 2009, 08:16:24 pm
I suspect that despite the Muddy Fox sticker and the artfully blacked-out down-tube there lies a Cannondale frame at the heart of that bike... or am I wrong?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 22 July, 2009, 08:18:07 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 July, 2009, 08:16:24 pm
I suspect that despite the Muddy Fox sticker and the artfully blacked-out down-tube there lies a Cannondale frame at the heart of that bike... or am I wrong?

best aluminium frame I've ever had :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 22 July, 2009, 08:33:56 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 July, 2009, 08:16:24 pm
I suspect that despite the Muddy Fox sticker and the artfully blacked-out down-tube there lies a Cannondale frame at the heart of that bike... or am I wrong?

Immediatley I saw it I thought it was an M500.We can't both be wrong :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 July, 2009, 09:31:19 pm
I love old MTB conversions, the frame geometry just suits a chunky road-based make-over.

Yours has a rather 'saintly' look about it

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/004.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_A1dCJRsvsgQ/SigbhAyutwI/AAAAAAAAASU/pYy-jOtdhpk/s320/Roger_Moore_the_saint.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Viv on 23 July, 2009, 08:32:02 am
Love the halo pics - that's just perfect!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 23 July, 2009, 10:25:19 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 21 July, 2009, 04:55:23 pm
Quote from: LEE on 21 July, 2009, 02:00:33 pm
My Orbit. 

Just converted to Fixed


Looking very, very nice :)

If it is anything like my Track Orbit, it'll be stiff and lovely! Nice bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 23 July, 2009, 10:00:30 pm
 Plus 1 for the Orbit looking good


and Lee  :thumbsup: you beat me to the Saint quote   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2009, 05:03:22 pm
I have finally got the right bottle cages.  They are made by Giant but are called Enigma bottle cages.  How perfect is that - in titanium  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

See ?  ;D ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/000_0053_edited-1.jpg)

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/000_0055_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 25 July, 2009, 05:20:08 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2009, 05:03:22 pm
I have finally got the right bottle cages.  They are made by Giant but are called Enigma bottle cages.  How perfect is that - in titanium  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

See ?  ;D ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/000_0053_edited-1.jpg)

Aren't the cages upside down? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2009, 05:36:32 pm
Quote from: adamski on 25 July, 2009, 05:20:08 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2009, 05:03:22 pm
I have finally got the right bottle cages.  They are made by Giant but are called Enigma bottle cages.  How perfect is that - in titanium  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

See ?  ;D ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/000_0053_edited-1.jpg)

Aren't the cages upside down? ;)

No, clever they are.  When I first picked them up in the LBS I was holding them up the wrong way and he politely said - they go the other way  ;D  I have not made that mistake since I did it with my Specialized bottle cage all those years ago.  I was not sure even still, so I have just popped out to check with a bottle to hand.
No, clever they are  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 25 July, 2009, 05:42:26 pm
This is my Cyclescheme bike, a Ridgeback Flight 04 with Alfine hub gear and carbon fork for £900. Supplied by Longstaffs and upgraded a little by me with stuff in the shed: Brooks Swift saddle, Oval seat-tube, Hope stem. Plus some new mudguards, ATAC pedals, grips and a propstand.
The retail cost was £997 including the pedals and mudguards, the cost to me will be about £620.  :thumbsup:

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2273.jpg)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2282.jpg)

Oh, I changed the chain tensioner from a huge Shimano affair to a neater Surly Singulator.

First impressions are very good. The gearchange is amazing and the bike is silent. It might take me a while to get used to the straight bars and hydraulic brakes, but I'm looking forward to that.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2009, 05:46:37 pm
Nice commuting colours too as that will hide the muck well.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 25 July, 2009, 05:49:27 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2009, 05:46:37 pm
Nice commuting colours too as that will hide the muck well.  :thumbsup:

Thanks. I'll be taking those stickers off the wheelrims ASAP - they make the bike look too flashy for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 25 July, 2009, 07:11:44 pm
That is a nice bike. I really like it.
Needs some nice bar ends though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 25 July, 2009, 08:55:22 pm
After a whole 12 months of ownership (a LONG time for me amd a bike!) and always thinking that it COULD be the best bike I've had (out of some 50?), the simple addition of Nitto racks front and rear means that now it IS!

On a stretch of the Erewash Canal that I'd never visited before this a.m. my Kili Comp (probably!). I'd have saved '000s.....

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Erewash.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 25 July, 2009, 08:58:03 pm
"... a Ridgeback Flight 04 with Alfine hub gear and carbon fork for £900. "

That is very nice - but why oh why do they spoil the ship... or in this case a 900 quid bike for want of drop outs that don't call for a chain tensioner?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 26 July, 2009, 12:52:06 am
Quote from: Gordy on 25 July, 2009, 05:42:26 pm
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2273.jpg)


Gorgeous. I'd love a disk equipped, hub geared, tarmac eater.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 26 July, 2009, 05:43:16 am
Quote from: oncemore on 25 July, 2009, 08:58:03 pm
"... a Ridgeback Flight 04 with Alfine hub gear and carbon fork for £900. "

That is very nice - but why oh why do they spoil the ship... or in this case a 900 quid bike for want of drop outs that don't call for a chain tensioner?

They use the same frame for all the Flight range, unfortunately - I presume for economic reasons. The Giant and Merida equivalents have eccentric BBs and I was sorely tempted by both of those too. However, I have a vague long term plan to take the hub off this bike at some point and build it into a heavy steel tourer... so this frame will run sweetly with a derailleur. I agonised for months over the compromises!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adam on 26 July, 2009, 07:49:19 am
Quote from: adamski on 25 July, 2009, 05:20:08 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2009, 05:03:22 pm
I have finally got the right bottle cages.  They are made by Giant but are called Enigma bottle cages.  How perfect is that - in titanium  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

See ?  ;D ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/000_0053_edited-1.jpg)

Aren't the cages upside down? ;)

Well, he is Australian after all........


They do look a bit odd though!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 31 July, 2009, 07:26:56 pm
My Enigma Etape - unnamed.

(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq48/Bledlow/Bikes/IMG_0063.jpg)

(http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq48/Bledlow/Bikes/IMG_0064.jpg)

Beautiful ride. Light as a 9kg feather, goes like the clappers, exactly where you point it.

Crap saddle, though. That'll change.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 31 July, 2009, 07:38:38 pm
Lovely lookin' bike Bledlow.
Wishing you many (as I'm sure they will be) happy miles.
Straight-up question....
Are you able to operate the levers when you're on the drops?
Or do you not go there......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pippa on 31 July, 2009, 08:22:53 pm
Another Ti convert here after this arrived on Wednesday  :D

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3481/3775153699_b6868f7ff4.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3568/3775956136_ee0fa5618e.jpg)

It is quite simply the nicest bike in the world to ride. EVER.  8)

Am I supposed to name it  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 July, 2009, 08:26:24 pm
Purty.

Oh.  and it already has a name. You're just waiting for it to tell you... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 31 July, 2009, 08:29:24 pm
Quote from: jurek on 31 July, 2009, 07:38:38 pm
Lovely lookin' bike Bledlow.
Wishing you many (as I'm sure they will be) happy miles.
Straight-up question....
Are you able to operate the levers when you're on the drops?
Or do you not go there......
Only by changing my grip. I may move the levers. But I must admit, I don't spend much time on the drops.

BTW, are we getting too uniform round here?

Pippa - what kit have you got on that fine bicycle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 31 July, 2009, 08:36:04 pm
Just curious, like, Bledlow, as my bar position is erring to that of yours and I'm not often seen on the drops.

No uniformity here as I see it...

The kit on Pippa's bike is sweet, but I'll leave it to her to tell you about it........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 31 July, 2009, 08:48:03 pm
Pippa — very nice.  :thumbsup:  Look forward to seeing it in the flesh.

I recognise the location.  You weren't exaggerating when you said you were just around the corner from TimO's bollard incident.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adam on 31 July, 2009, 08:55:21 pm
Very tasty Pippa.  I see what you mean about the red.   :thumbsup:

Definitely a speedy looking bike.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pippa on 31 July, 2009, 09:17:01 pm
Thanks! Just need to find a speedy cyclist to ride it now  ;D

Quote from: Bledlow on 31 July, 2009, 08:29:24 pm
Pippa - what kit have you got on that fine bicycle?

Ultegra and Fulcrum 5.

The tyres are going to have to go - the orange writing on them just doesn't go with the red accents of the other bits  ::-)

Andrij - oh yes, I think I found the bollard in question too (well I found one covered in something ick and I don't think it was coffee :sick:). You is wanting tea and cake on the 16th?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 31 July, 2009, 09:59:40 pm
Quote from: PippaG on 31 July, 2009, 09:17:01 pm
Andrij - oh yes, I think I found the bollard in question too (well I found one covered in something ick and I don't think it was coffee :sick:). You is wanting tea and cake on the 16th?  :D

Thanks for the offer.  :)   I'll send you a PM about the 16th of August (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20770.msg370924#msg370924).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 31 July, 2009, 10:13:04 pm
At this rate, I reckon we should start a titanium owner's bikes thread  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 31 July, 2009, 10:14:51 pm
Quote from: PippaG on 31 July, 2009, 09:17:01 pm
... Andrij - oh yes, I think I found the bollard in question too (well I found one covered in something ick and I don't think it was coffee :sick:). ...

Not me, I bled on the pavement.  I think I managed to ram the bollard into my midriff (which is why I've still got a creaking torso), but didn't leave anything on it.

That bike looks like it has a triple changer, mudguards, and a carrier.  All you need now are sandals and a beard. ;D

Very nice and new and shiny though. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 July, 2009, 10:16:13 pm
Quote from: Grub on 31 July, 2009, 10:13:04 pm
At this rate, I reckon we should start a titanium owner's bikes thread  ;D

Hope to join you there one day (but mine will be painted black ;) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 01 August, 2009, 09:48:16 am
Lovely bike Pippa...  :thumbsup:

But be warned that Fulcrum 5 wheels are not the greatest.  If a spoke goes they pringle damn quick.  :(

And yes, you do have to name her (all VN bikes are female  ;))

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 01 August, 2009, 07:17:05 pm
Quote from: Grub on 31 July, 2009, 10:13:04 pm
At this rate, I reckon we should start a titanium owner's bikes thread  ;D
Yup. There must be enough of us by now.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adam on 01 August, 2009, 08:21:31 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 01 August, 2009, 07:17:05 pm
Quote from: Grub on 31 July, 2009, 10:13:04 pm
At this rate, I reckon we should start a titanium owner's bikes thread  ;D
Yup. There must be enough of us by now.  :thumbsup:

Better than that, we need our own forum!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 01 August, 2009, 09:36:40 pm
Quote from: PippaG on 31 July, 2009, 09:17:01 pm
Thanks! Just need to find a speedy cyclist to ride it now  ;D

Quote from: Bledlow on 31 July, 2009, 08:29:24 pm
Pippa - what kit have you got on that fine bicycle?

Ultegra and Fulcrum 5.

The tyres are going to have to go - the orange writing on them just doesn't go with the red accents of the other bits  ::-)
Nice.

I know what you mean. I'm agonising over whether a Barley saddlebag will go with the grey/black/red trim of the rest of the bike. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 02 August, 2009, 04:10:33 pm
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/DSC00448.jpg)

Taken this morning at Southmead Hospital, Bristol.
A clever design, especially the umbrella to keep bikes dry !
It is apparently made from re-cycled cans ( 12,500 of them )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 02 August, 2009, 04:22:31 pm
Very clever, but a bunch of Sheffield stands are probably still easier to use, and possibly cheaper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 02 August, 2009, 09:56:37 pm
+
Makes a good use of space, keeps the bikes sheltered

-
There's nothing near enough to the main triangle to secure the bike to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 02 August, 2009, 09:59:40 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 02 August, 2009, 09:56:37 pm
+
keeps the bikes sheltered

I thought that, but the rain in Bristol rarely falls vertically !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 05 August, 2009, 08:56:03 pm
Juniors bike..

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3565/3793182474_3f2758589f_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alexb on 07 August, 2009, 02:03:04 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 02 August, 2009, 04:10:33 pm
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/DSC00448.jpg)

Taken this morning at Southmead Hospital, Bristol.
A clever design, especially the umbrella to keep bikes dry !
It is apparently made from re-cycled cans ( 12,500 of them )

As already stated, you come back and find either a front or rear wheel and nothing else - as seen all over London.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/SnxC1XeIxfI/AAAAAAAADws/zAdlSdxQcng/s800/IMG_0052.JPG)

Well new to me, thanks Noggy. It doesn't appear to weigh anything compared to my other bikes. Just need some new pedals and a slightly shorter rising stem now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 07 August, 2009, 04:38:34 pm
Nice one Tony, looks like that one had your name on it :-)

You'll be lucky to get a shorter stem than that, it looks like an 80mm already, is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:42:48 pm
Quote from: Francis on 07 August, 2009, 04:38:34 pm
Nice one Tony, looks like that one had your name on it :-)

You'll be lucky to get a shorter stem than that, it looks like an 80mm already, is it?

No it's more like 105mm and quite flat. The one on my Dave Yates is nearer 70mm and rises quite steeply. I just feel I want the bars slightly higher and closer and as the steerer has been cut flush this is the easiest option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 August, 2009, 04:45:50 pm
Looks pretty cool. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 07 August, 2009, 05:05:05 pm
Nice bike :)

Keep the old stem tho. You might find you want to put the bars back as you get used to the riding position and maybe a bit more flexible with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 August, 2009, 05:09:40 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy



Well new to me, thanks Noggy. It doesn't appear to weigh anything compared to my other bikes. Just need some new pedals and a slightly shorter rising stem now.


Lovely.  Just flip the stem to start with (make sure it doesn't have a warning not to flip it, most are fine) and see how you get on.  You always have the option to move the saddle forward slightly to get the clamp in the centre of the rails.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 07 August, 2009, 05:17:20 pm
What gear inch is it running on?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 05:21:55 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 07 August, 2009, 05:09:40 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy



Well new to me, thanks Noggy. It doesn't appear to weigh anything compared to my other bikes. Just need some new pedals and a slightly shorter rising stem now.


Lovely.  Just flip the stem to start with (make sure it doesn't have a warning not to flip it, most are fine) and see how you get on.  You always have the option to move the saddle forward slightly to get the clamp in the centre of the rails.

I'm not sure how much difference flipping it would make, it is almost horizontal. Moving the saddle is an option which I will try. I'm going for the maiden voyage this evening so I'll know more after that.

Alan: It is on 72" at the moment. I don't have any other options yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 August, 2009, 05:24:18 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 05:21:55 pm


I'm not sure how much difference flipping it would make, it is almost horizontal. Moving the saddle is an option which I will try. I'm going for the maiden voyage this evening so I'll know more after that.



Try it - you'll probably be pleasantly suprised!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 05:26:31 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 07 August, 2009, 05:24:18 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 05:21:55 pm


I'm not sure how much difference flipping it would make, it is almost horizontal. Moving the saddle is an option which I will try. I'm going for the maiden voyage this evening so I'll know more after that.



Try it - you'll probably be pleasantly suprised!

OK, I will flip it after this first ride, probably a better comparison.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 August, 2009, 05:58:52 pm
I'll prepare to eat my words if you don't find it any better! :^)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 07 August, 2009, 11:20:32 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 07 August, 2009, 05:09:40 pm
Lovely.  Just flip the stem to start with (make sure it doesn't have a warning not to flip it, most are fine) and see how you get on.  You always have the option to move the saddle forward slightly to get the clamp in the centre of the rails.

I'm inclined to agree with robb - especially for a no cost experiment. Your stem appears to have a slight drop from the perpendicular, maybe only 5 degrees. But flipped, that's a 10 degree difference. And your saddle seems to have maybe 2cm available at the back. Both those would amount to quite a change in position.

However, I recently got a shorter stem (90cm, I think) with a 40 degree rise for my commuter bike. It's a fugly bit o kit :sick:, but I am a happy bunny now :thumbsup:, so if the above tweaks don't work, do what you've got to do. After all, you don't see it from this angle when you're riding it, and riding it is the important thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 07 August, 2009, 11:47:36 pm
sliding the saddle around will change the pedaling action since you'll be closer or further behind the BB. This is the first measurement you should set,  then the saddle height above the BB, then set the bar height and reach relative to the saddle. It's the BIG DRAWBACK with threadless steerers, it's a pig to raise the bars and generally makes a bike look STUPID with slopey stems due to to short a steerer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 08 August, 2009, 08:04:31 am
Quote from: MSeries on 07 August, 2009, 11:47:36 pm
sliding the saddle around will change the pedaling action since you'll be closer or further behind the BB. This is the first measurement you should set,  then the saddle height above the BB,.

Perhaps the other way round, as raising/lowering the saddle changes the saddle fore/aft position.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 08 August, 2009, 08:11:40 am
Quote from: MSeries on 07 August, 2009, 11:47:36 pm
sliding the saddle around will change the pedaling action since you'll be closer or further behind the BB. This is the first measurement you should set,  then the saddle height above the BB, then set the bar height and reach relative to the saddle. It's the BIG DRAWBACK with threadless steerers, it's a pig to raise the bars and generally makes a bike look STUPID with slopey stems due to to short a steerer.

That is pretty much what Paul Hewitt was saying when he was measuring Gill for her new bike. Makes lots of sense since the pedalling action is critical. On the first outing last night I had to raise the saddle a couple of centimetres so I will look at the fore aft position again today in consideration of MP's comment.

It might also help if I get a saddle that suits me rather than one that seems to fit perfectly inside my sit bones and supports me entirely on my gonads.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2009, 07:59:52 pm
Got the wheels on the Etape sorted. PMP hubs, Ambrosio rims 28h front 32h rear. Magic dust sprinkled to connect the parts by Paul Hewitt. Photo taken somewhere on NCN7 north of Dumfries. TA chainset is very shiny.


(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3431/3801797204_9d9ea98364_o.jpg)


Shame the Centaur left hand gear lever decided to disintegrate 30 miles down the road........... That's gone back to the Campag service centre, and I'm back with some 2004ish levers and some rather lary red tape as a temporary measure. I've got the position spot on, so when the carbon levers come back I am going to go the whole hog and stitch on some Velo Orange  Elk hide covers.

Anyone know where you can buy carbon fibre effect mudguards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 08 August, 2009, 08:06:35 pm
New project finished today, Brand new Trek Soho Single

What I started with
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/soho.jpg)

Short while later including replacing / upgrading the headset to delete the top spacer.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0807extras0002.jpg)

And finished, let me know what you think.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0808extras2220025.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 08 August, 2009, 08:11:28 pm
I would stick some One-One Midge bars on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 08 August, 2009, 08:19:35 pm
The chain's not slack.See to it ;)
Otherwise it's fit to grace any discerning cyclist's fleet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 08:58:23 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 08 August, 2009, 08:06:35 pm
...
And finished, let me know what you think.
...

It's hideous.  Sorry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 08:59:06 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/SnxC1XeIxfI/AAAAAAAADws/zAdlSdxQcng/s800/IMG_0052.JPG)


Cor that's nice, mister.  Can I have a go? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 08 August, 2009, 09:01:14 pm
Quote from: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 08:58:23 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 08 August, 2009, 08:06:35 pm
...
And finished, let me know what you think.
...

It's hideous.  Sorry.

Should have gone to specsavers  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 09:05:30 pm
Well, you did ask :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 08 August, 2009, 09:14:26 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2009, 07:59:52 pm
Got the wheels on the Etape sorted. PMP hubs, Ambrosio rims 28h front 32h rear. Magic dust sprinkled to connect the parts by Paul Hewitt. Photo taken somewhere on NCN7 north of Dumfries. TA chainset is very shiny.......
What's the saddle? And what bag do you have tucked under it, & on what mount?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 08 August, 2009, 09:17:58 pm
Is the Soho fixed or single free? Either way very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 08 August, 2009, 09:19:13 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 08 August, 2009, 09:17:58 pm
Is the Soho fixed or single free? Either way very nice indeed!

Single free, 50t / 16t.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 09 August, 2009, 08:41:21 am
Quote from: Bledlow on 08 August, 2009, 09:14:26 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2009, 07:59:52 pm
Got the wheels on the Etape sorted. PMP hubs, Ambrosio rims 28h front 32h rear. Magic dust sprinkled to connect the parts by Paul Hewitt. Photo taken somewhere on NCN7 north of Dumfries. TA chainset is very shiny.......
What's the saddle? And what bag do you have tucked under it, & on what mount?

The saddle is a Brooks Swift with Titanium rails  and the bag is a Carradice Barley on an SQR block mount.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 09 August, 2009, 09:00:08 am
More pictures of "Russian titanium". Interestingly on LEL, Russian titanium got a lot of unexpected interest from one of the volunteers at Coxwold. He had the very same bike complete with the same mounts for the race numbers and for droping the chain as well as the same Look forks. He bought his bike on ebay and was curious know know where I got mine.

I don't know much about its history. I got it from a friend of a friend (Jon) who got it from Sheffield cycles. Sheffield cycles got a batch of frames from Russia and this  This one was too big for Jon. Jon is  a bit of a handy bike mechanic too so he adjusted the rear stays to fit to modern wheels.

Lucky me.

It's just perfect. Its geometry indicates it's a pure race bike. Its ride is fairly neutral and steady. I don't think it takes a lot of the road buzz out unlike a VN Yukon or similar but it saw me through LEL without any spot of back pain so I am not complaining.

I love my bike :-)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3803515800_1cfb73b2d0.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/3778038801_00489d0d78.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 August, 2009, 09:03:00 am
Quote from: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2009, 07:59:52 pm
Anyone know where you can buy carbon fibre effect mudguards?

The SKS 35mm ones?  Pretty much anywhere: even the yacf bike has them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TheLurker on 12 August, 2009, 12:35:04 pm
Well, if you've seen one black Ribble you've pretty much seen 'em all, but this one is mine and I'm quite pleased that it's still looking reasonably presentable after 11,000 odd miles of commuting.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3418/3813814305_312c9f5b47.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 12 August, 2009, 06:42:47 pm
Quote from: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 08:59:06 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/SnxC1XeIxfI/AAAAAAAADws/zAdlSdxQcng/s800/IMG_0052.JPG)


Cor that's nice, mister.  Can I have a go? ;D

Are these IRD Niobium rims? IF so, did they come with the bike? How do you reate them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 August, 2009, 07:38:06 pm
The latest incarnation of my Roadrat:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2001/3814754249_1b632a5a9e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/sets/72157621897215315/)

58" fixed, 1.8" Bonty XR tyres, Mary bars.  Lots of ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 12 August, 2009, 07:53:31 pm
nutter.  How are the downhill bits?  I couldnt get on with Mary Bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 12 August, 2009, 07:54:20 pm
happy anniversary dear!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/Lx3-1000425.jpg)

<<bling!!>>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 12 August, 2009, 09:00:54 pm
Nice use of the white bar tape.  Being a girl she will not get it dirty either as she has YOU to do all the dirty things.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 August, 2009, 09:12:57 pm
Quote from: mike on 12 August, 2009, 07:53:31 pm
nutter.  How are the downhill bits?  I couldnt get on with Mary Bars.

Spinny. :P

Marys seem pretty good, though this was only my first ride on them.  Might go out again on it at the weekend for a longer ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 August, 2009, 11:26:10 am
I've had the knobblies on the bike for a few weeks:-

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2671/3814698165_f553d04f12_b.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3448/3815503338_e46c5840a4_b.jpg)

They're Marathon Extremes- pretty fast, quiet and good on gravel and mud. I've been using the bike on the  TPT quite a bit and the surface of that is "variable".
IMO they look damn sexy as well  ::-)




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 13 August, 2009, 11:44:51 am
Quote from: Climberruss on 12 August, 2009, 06:42:47 pm
Quote from: Deano on 08 August, 2009, 08:59:06 pm
Quote from: toekneep on 07 August, 2009, 04:31:48 pm
New toy

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/SnxC1XeIxfI/AAAAAAAADws/zAdlSdxQcng/s800/IMG_0052.JPG)



Cor that's nice, mister.  Can I have a go? ;D

Are these IRD Niobium rims? IF so, did they come with the bike? How do you reate them?


Don't think so. At least none of your reference appears anywhere on the rims or labels. As for rating them, since I don't really know what you are asking me I very much doubt I am qualified to rate them.  ;D They did come with the bike as far as I know but I bought it second hand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 13 August, 2009, 12:41:38 pm
I like your bike, Gene Hunt. Well, I would, having one myself  :) They're a most versatile (and underrated) bike. Yours has sported-up nicely; mine is Dutched-down with mudguards, rack, saddlebag, Brooks sprung saddle, dynohub... It's really very comfy and I've taken it touring.
Hope you enjoy it as much as i have mine
 
Did you change the chainset? Are they different bars, or did you fit bar-ends?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 13 August, 2009, 02:10:30 pm
Quote from: Tom B on 13 August, 2009, 12:41:38 pm
I like your bike, Gene Hunt. Well, I would, having one myself  :) They're a most versatile (and underrated) bike. Yours has sported-up nicely; mine is Dutched-down with mudguards, rack, saddlebag, Brooks sprung saddle, dynohub... It's really very comfy and I've taken it touring.
Hope you enjoy it as much as i have mine
 
Did you change the chainset? Are they different bars, or did you fit bar-ends?

The only standard parts left is the frame and freewheel, more changes planned.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 13 August, 2009, 08:27:29 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 13 August, 2009, 02:10:30 pm


The only standard parts left is the frame and freewheel, more changes planned.


That will have to be the freewheel then. Otherwise it becomes Triggers broom.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 14 August, 2009, 06:02:57 pm
My cheapish new commuter, had this one a month or so now.

For those of you who like to comment on such things:

Weeds: Landlord
State of pointing: Landlord too.
Slackness of chain: That's my fault.
White cable ties: Haven't got around to getting black replacements yet.

(http://i.imgur.com/PtG7dF3.jpg)

Ready for the winter- 28 mm armadillos, IQ Cyo, £2:50 dynamo rear light from SJS cycles (I'll use my Dinotte as the main rear light, but I like having a permanent dynamo powered rear so it's always ready to go)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 14 August, 2009, 09:48:03 pm
Someone at work has a Tricross single, I tend to cast it covetous glances every time I walk past.  I will probably be condemned for blastphemy, but how wide are the rear dropouts?  An Alfine hub added would make a nice low maintenance commuter (we have wind and hills round here and my legs are not muscle-stuffed).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 14 August, 2009, 09:52:02 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 14 August, 2009, 09:48:03 pm
Someone at work has a Tricross single, I tend to cast it covetous glances every time I walk past.  I will probably be condemned for blastphemy, but how wide are the rear dropouts?  An Alfine hub added would make a nice low maintenance commuter (we have wind and hills round here and my legs are not muscle-stuffed).
Faaaarrrrrrrrrr toooooo wide.

Sorry old chap.

Mwuhahahahaha.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 August, 2009, 10:03:41 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 14 August, 2009, 09:48:03 pm
Someone at work has a Tricross single, I tend to cast it covetous glances every time I walk past.  I will probably be condemned for blastphemy, but how wide are the rear dropouts?  An Alfine hub added would make a nice low maintenance commuter (we have wind and hills round here and my legs are not muscle-stuffed).
120mm. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 15 August, 2009, 10:21:11 am
I could however fit a Sturmey XRF-8 - comes in at 116mm OLN... anyone know if the third party bar end shifter for the Alfine would work??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 15 August, 2009, 11:10:10 am
Quote from: Palinurus on 14 August, 2009, 06:02:57 pm
My cheapish new commuter, had this one a month or so now.

For those of you who like to comment on such things:

Weeds: Landlord
State of pointing: Landlord too.
Slackness of chain: That's my fault.
White cable ties: Haven't got around to getting black replacements yet.



Rear brake cable outer's a bit long....

 :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 15 August, 2009, 08:44:15 pm
All finished, from this
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/soho.jpg)
Mid point.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0811extras2224440033.jpg)
To this.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0815variousitems220018.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 16 August, 2009, 07:12:49 pm
Quote from: robbarker on 15 August, 2009, 11:10:10 am
Quote from: Palinurus on 14 August, 2009, 06:02:57 pm
My cheapish new commuter, had this one a month or so now.

For those of you who like to comment on such things:

Weeds: Landlord
State of pointing: Landlord too.
Slackness of chain: That's my fault.
White cable ties: Haven't got around to getting black replacements yet.



Rear brake cable outer's a bit long....

 :P

It is. I'm not really happy with the cable routing generally. It's not really a big issue- although the rear brake isn't a springy as it should be (if you see what I mean). At some point I'll replace the cables and sort the outers out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 16 August, 2009, 07:19:14 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 15 August, 2009, 08:44:15 pm
All finished, from this

Mid point

To this.


I like that. I've often fancied a simple commute bike with bullhorns fitted. I like riding my TT bike to work, I stick it in a nice easy gear and don't bother changing it.

The chainset and wheels really make a difference too. Makes it look lighter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 August, 2009, 07:24:39 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 16 August, 2009, 07:19:14 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 15 August, 2009, 08:44:15 pm
All finished, from this

Mid point

To this.


I like that. I've often fancied a simple commute bike with bullhorns fitted. I like riding my TT bike to work, I stick it in a nice easy gear and don't bother changing it.

The chainset and wheels really make a difference too. Makes it look lighter.

Many thanks, I was shocked how much lighter the planet x wheels were against the Miches.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clare on 21 August, 2009, 11:07:00 am
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

OMG, that is gorgeous  :).

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 August, 2009, 11:10:02 am
That looks fabulous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 August, 2009, 11:15:09 am
Beautiful.



Her bike's not bad, either ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 21 August, 2009, 12:02:24 pm
That's a cracker :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marj on 21 August, 2009, 12:04:44 pm
Very nice - I take it you are going out to play now :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 21 August, 2009, 01:05:16 pm
That's lovely :D. Have fun on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 21 August, 2009, 01:42:20 pm
Very pretty. Have you got it wet yet? Plenty of opportunities this afternoon.......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 02:04:58 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 21 August, 2009, 01:42:20 pm
Very pretty. Have you got it wet yet? Plenty of opportunities this afternoon.......

Not yet, but will be out on it in a while  :), hope that the rain has passed through now!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 21 August, 2009, 02:08:51 pm
A nice-looking, bike, Gill  :)
 What handlebars are those?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 02:17:40 pm
Quote from: Tom B on 21 August, 2009, 02:08:51 pm
A nice-looking, bike, Gill  :)
 What handlebars are those?

Thanks Tom (and everybody)

they are Omega Compact 40cc width according to the order form.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 21 August, 2009, 02:51:19 pm
Quote from: Clare on 21 August, 2009, 11:07:00 am
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

OMG, that is gorgeous  :).



Wotsited.  That gave me a *little moment* and pink bikes rarely do that...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 21 August, 2009, 04:51:09 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 14 August, 2009, 06:02:57 pm
My cheapish new commuter, had this one a month or so now.

For those of you who like to comment on such things:

Weeds: Landlord
State of pointing: Landlord too.
Slackness of chain: That's my fault.
White cable ties: Haven't got around to getting black replacements yet.

(http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll155/Mister_Penguin/RIMG0002-1.jpg)

Ready for the winter- 28 mm armadillos, IQ Cyo, £2:50 dynamo rear light from SJS cycles (I'll use my Dinotte as the main rear light, but I like having a permanent dynamo powered rear so it's always ready to go)

I like that!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 21 August, 2009, 05:48:30 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

Maffie likes this. She thinks the colour scheme is funky.
I can see I will have to get saving when we are straightened out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 August, 2009, 06:30:05 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

Pink is normally WRONG.
On this it's RIGHT.

Gorgeous. Really gorgeous  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 21 August, 2009, 06:54:07 pm
Gosh that's nice, Gill.  You weren't kidding when you said it would be pink 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:00:33 pm
It truly is fab, I have been out twice today and done a total of 32 miles (on a new saddle  ::-) )

50 mile group ride tomorrow  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: smiles on 21 August, 2009, 08:21:14 pm
Nice one Gill - a really supper bike.  I can see why you just want to ride it all the time. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 21 August, 2009, 08:22:05 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:00:33 pm
It truly is fab, I have been out twice today and done a total of 32 miles (on a new saddle  ::-) )

50 mile group ride tomorrow  :D

 :thumbsup:
Is it going to bed with you tonight?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 August, 2009, 08:33:12 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

What is it?  A Cheviot/Cheviot SE?

I like pink bikes, although they're better when someone else is riding them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 21 August, 2009, 08:44:10 pm
Quote from: alan on 21 August, 2009, 08:22:05 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:00:33 pm
It truly is fab, I have been out twice today and done a total of 32 miles (on a new saddle  ::-) )

50 mile group ride tomorrow  :D

 :thumbsup:
Is it going to bed with you tonight?  ;D

It had better bl**dy not be.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:48:21 pm
It's a Cheviot, and I'm happy that pink has the thumbs up, although I would have loved it anyway.  :)

No Alan, it won't be going to bed with us, although I love it I love Tony more  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 22 August, 2009, 12:30:50 am
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:48:21 pm
It's a Cheviot, and I'm happy that pink has the thumbs up, although I would have loved it anyway.  :)

No Alan, it won't be going to bed with us, although I love it I love Tony more  :D

Yeah but do you have it by the bed for safe keeping?
Maffie is just reminding me there's two bikes in our bedroom. They've not made it into bed tho!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 22 August, 2009, 07:07:57 am
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 08:48:21 pm
No Alan, it won't be going to bed with us, although I love it I love Tony more  :D

Quite right too  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 22 August, 2009, 06:41:17 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 August, 2009, 08:33:12 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)
I like pink bikes.

You first. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 August, 2009, 04:24:23 pm
My (well, my wife's, but she doesn't know it yet) cheap, well-used Brompton.  I have:

- cleaned it (it hadn't been done since new, I don't think)
- got a matching front tyre, and changed the tubes
- rebuilt both hubs (the SRAM Spectro T3 is better designed and made than a Sturmey, but I wouldn't trust one on a 700c wheel with proper torque going through it - the planet pinions are *tiny*)
- cleaned the headset, replaced the cages with loose balls and secured the bottom cup with Loctite bearing fit, because the head tube has stretched  ::-)
- replaced all the cables, which a bike shop (suspected to be *vans) had made a right pig's ear of before
- got the front brake working properly - a shredded nylon washer popped out, but it seems to work fine without it
- fitted a 14T 1/8" sprocket and new 1/8" chain (it was formerly a 13T sprocket and 3/32")
- put it all back together and test rode it, trying to break stuff (I didn't).

It's quite a fun thing to cruise around on, but the high bars flex even worse than normal when braking and the position doesn't let me get any power down - the seatpost is too short, which doesn't help.

To do:

- Change bars, since they must be near the point of snapping; the previous owner was a big bloke and they do flex alarmingly
- Touch up all the gouged paint from its life on Surrey commuter trains
- Replace the Brompton sticker, which is beginning to peel
- Tighten and true the wheels, although they're quite usable at the moment
- Get a washer kit for the rear hub; one of the special tab washers was bent, and snapped when I tried to bend it back.

Isn't it pretty?

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype1.jpg)

The mudguards are horrible, although not actually cracked

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype2.jpg)

Park position

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype3.jpg)

Main hinge (which is a bit stiff from lack of recent use; I've been marinating it in oil)

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype4.jpg)

Handlebars down

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype5.jpg)

The money shot

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype6.jpg)

Here's an unsharpened 100% crop from the above picture using the Lumix FX150, showing the peeling sticker.

(http://www.peeble.com/mtype7.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 26 August, 2009, 01:55:49 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 August, 2009, 04:24:23 pm

Isn't it pretty?


Yeah, it seems you've created "Green".

Same colour as my Brommie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 26 August, 2009, 03:17:32 pm
Oh, Edmund ... can it be true?  That I hold here, in my mortal hand, a nugget of purest Green?

;D

(Mine's green too!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 26 August, 2009, 03:38:46 pm
I'd replace that saddle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 26 August, 2009, 04:07:04 pm
Looks nice.

I will always crave a Brompton.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 August, 2009, 04:13:26 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 August, 2009, 04:24:23 pm
Here's an unsharpened 100% crop from the above picture using the Lumix FX150...

Impressive.

Looks good in green.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: De Sisti on 26 August, 2009, 08:41:13 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 22 August, 2009, 06:41:17 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 August, 2009, 08:33:12 pm
Quote from: GillP on 21 August, 2009, 11:01:01 am
My lovely new Hewitt  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/So5uTF4hUSI/AAAAAAAAD24/vlR2Kr2bwMU/s800/IMG_0006.JPG)

Lots of headset spacers, just like mine:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3460/3732375489_c4d200b0fc.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 26 August, 2009, 09:58:41 pm
Are we having a headset spacer competition?

(http://www.peeble.com/fork3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Salvatore on 27 August, 2009, 09:28:59 am
French Brompton enthusiast Vinvin F (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/) took a picture of my Bickerton at the Brompton Championships last year.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/2906947405_e11a062ea3.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/2906947405/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 August, 2009, 10:02:37 am
Quote from: John Spooner on 27 August, 2009, 09:28:59 am
French Brompton enthusiast Vinvin F (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/) took a picture of my Bickerton at the Brompton Championships last year.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/2906947405_e11a062ea3.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/2906947405/)

I was recently talking to Mark Bickerton (Son).  He works as a Distributor for Dahon and helped me get a defect fixed.

Is this YOU  (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shxHFCi673A) in the yellow dungarees?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Really Ancien on 27 August, 2009, 10:03:04 am
The greatest 'headset spacer' rider of all time was Miguel Indurain. Nobody ever explained why he rode a bike that was too small for him, but it did mean that he had a position similar to a lot of Audax riders.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3059/3087112206_3110a9c02b.jpg)


Damon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Salvatore on 27 August, 2009, 10:15:38 am
Quote from: LEE on 27 August, 2009, 10:02:37 am

I was recently talking to Mark Bickerton (Son).  He works as a Distributor for Dahon and helped me get a defect fixed.

Is this YOU  (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shxHFCi673A) in the yellow dungarees?

Having never worn yellow dungarees, I think I can fairly confidently answer that.

I wish I'd seen that video last year. It would have given me a clue about folding/unfolding as I hadn't used it for about 20 years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 27 August, 2009, 07:23:20 pm
Meet Milly and the "little" Tank, our new Surly LHT, 99% finished and they are going to Wales tomorrow(luckily with us:) ) for 3 days test ride.

Better pictures later for sure.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMgJkShPI/AAAAAAAAGiQ/nVBmsMlQQcs/s800/dsc01520.jpg)
Milly

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMhCpSsDI/AAAAAAAAGic/QvA-UroXg-g/s800/dsc01523.jpg)
my "little" Tank

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMglQC4zI/AAAAAAAAGiU/P2dlVNQ42WM/s800/dsc01521.jp)g
And all together now, awwwww :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 27 August, 2009, 07:44:29 pm
Quote from: LEE on 27 August, 2009, 10:02:37 am
Quote from: John Spooner on 27 August, 2009, 09:28:59 am
French Brompton enthusiast Vinvin F (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/) took a picture of my Bickerton at the Brompton Championships last year.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/2906947405_e11a062ea3.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/13134503@N08/2906947405/)

I was recently talking to Mark Bickerton (Son).  He works as a Distributor for Dahon and helped me get a defect fixed.

Is this YOU  (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shxHFCi673A) in the yellow dungarees?

I think it will take a while to shake the image of a nun on a Bickerton from my mind...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 27 August, 2009, 08:44:39 pm
Nice Woolly!

A lot of spacers on Milly!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 27 August, 2009, 09:12:31 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 27 August, 2009, 08:44:39 pm
Nice Woolly!

A lot of spacers on Milly!
Yep. I'm testing the higher riding position to see if it's comfy; I'm likely to bring the bars down a couple of spacers, but want to get the height right before cutting the steerer!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 27 August, 2009, 09:43:17 pm
i love that green, woolly!  Does Peli's bike have 26" wheels?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 27 August, 2009, 09:50:15 pm
Quote from: peliroja on 27 August, 2009, 09:12:31 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 27 August, 2009, 08:44:39 pm
Nice Woolly!

A lot of spacers on Milly!
Yep. I'm testing the higher riding position to see if it's comfy; I'm likely to bring the bars down a couple of spacers, but want to get the height right before cutting the steerer!

Nice bikes, they make a lovely couple  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 27 August, 2009, 09:52:16 pm
Quote from: mike on 27 August, 2009, 09:43:17 pm
i love that green, woolly!

I do too. I like the dark burgundy red on Milly too though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toekneep on 27 August, 2009, 09:57:02 pm
His and hers eh? Has anybody told Greg he needs to buy a hat yet?

Have a fab time in Wales you two, and I hope Peli and Woolly have a nice time too.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 27 August, 2009, 10:33:00 pm
Quote from: mike on 27 August, 2009, 09:43:17 pm
i love that green, woolly!  Does Peli's bike have 26" wheels?
Yup 26" and a full 10cm smaller than mine on the frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 27 August, 2009, 10:35:40 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 27 August, 2009, 10:33:00 pm
Quote from: mike on 27 August, 2009, 09:43:17 pm
i love that green, woolly!  Does Peli's bike have 26" wheels?
Yup 26" and a full 10cm smaller than mine on the frame.

"Peli & Woolly" yacf's very own Little & Large :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 August, 2009, 10:59:47 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 27 August, 2009, 07:23:20 pm
Meet Milly and the "little" Tank, our new Surly LHT, 99% finished and they are going to Wales tomorrow(luckily with us:) ) for 3 days test ride.

Better pictures later for sure.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMgJkShPI/AAAAAAAAGiQ/nVBmsMlQQcs/s800/dsc01520.jpg)
Milly

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMhCpSsDI/AAAAAAAAGic/QvA-UroXg-g/s800/dsc01523.jpg)
my "little" Tank

Fab! Congratulations  :)



Quote from: toekneep on 27 August, 2009, 09:57:02 pm
...have a nice time too.  ;D

Seconded.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 August, 2009, 11:09:07 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 August, 2009, 10:59:47 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 27 August, 2009, 07:23:20 pm
Meet Milly and the "little" Tank, our new Surly LHT, 99% finished and they are going to Wales tomorrow(luckily with us:) ) for 3 days test ride.

Better pictures later for sure.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMgJkShPI/AAAAAAAAGiQ/nVBmsMlQQcs/s800/dsc01520.jpg)
Milly

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_I2koBEIwO7s/SpbMhCpSsDI/AAAAAAAAGic/QvA-UroXg-g/s800/dsc01523.jpg)
my "little" Tank

Fab! Congratulations  :)



Quote from: toekneep on 27 August, 2009, 09:57:02 pm
...have a nice time too.  ;D

Seconded.



Check out accessory bars at SJSC (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/) and make use of that extra steerer.  Spacers are a waste when you can have a solid mounting for lights and suchlike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 28 August, 2009, 10:58:44 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 27 August, 2009, 09:52:16 pm
Quote from: mike on 27 August, 2009, 09:43:17 pm
i love that green, woolly!

I do too. I like the dark burgundy red on Milly too though!
The green looks great the the burgundy/red with a tint of metallic looks brilliant in the flesh so to speak the photo doesn't do it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 28 August, 2009, 11:00:17 am
Quote from: LEE on 27 August, 2009, 11:09:07 pm
Check out accessory bars at SJSC (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/) and make use of that extra steerer.  Spacers are a waste when you can have a solid mounting for lights and suchlike.
Yeah LEE I'm thinking about that. The reason for none of us cutting anything down yet is because we are still trying them out and still fettling with the seating position.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 August, 2009, 07:23:13 pm
As Miss Z the elder has now learned to ride (yay!) I've been working on her new bike.  It's a very basic Triumph steel kids' bike, but I bought it because it has horizontal dropouts and 110mm rear spacing...

(http://www.peeble.com/em1.jpg)

...so I could build a wheel and plop this straight in.  Nice 1979 shell, internals made from about three different hubs (the best bits from my spares draw).  20T sprocket at the moment, which means low gear is wall-climbing.  The KMC pink BMX chain has "20% thicker side plates" which meant it didn't fit in my chain splitter and I had to use a hammer and punch to shorten it!

(http://www.peeble.com/em2.jpg)

Not too sure about the plastic shifter (and it's an odd greeny colour) but it's safer than the pointy chrome 70s one I was going to fit until this one was recommended to me.

(http://www.peeble.com/em3.jpg)

The cabling uses a clamp-on fulcrum clip on the chainstay and zip ties.  I think I need to get some black ones, asusming pink ones aren't available.  I must also do something about those reflectors - they can't be fitted upright and they look stupid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 29 August, 2009, 08:20:19 pm
Pink chain yay! :thumbsup:

Not exactly my colour, but I'm sure Miss Z will be happy with it, and the rest of the bike as well, obviously.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 29 August, 2009, 09:05:45 pm
Last few updates done, happy now so leaving it alone apart from black bar tape to go on tomorrow.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/2009_0829sohosnew0007.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 05:38:46 pm
My new-old Dave Yates, loaded and ready for touring tomorrow:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0211-1.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0213-1.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0214-1.jpg)

A vote of thanks to Mike for the bar-end shifters, Roger for the front mech shims, robgul for the tyres and The Liz for the chainset.  I built up the rear wheel with Deore on a Mavic A719 and it's geared down to a ridiculous 30x29.

Bloody norah but it's heavy  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 30 August, 2009, 05:52:57 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 05:38:46 pm
My new-old Dave Yates, loaded and ready for touring tomorrow:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0211-1.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0213-1.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0214-1.jpg)

A vote of thanks to Mike for the bar-end shifters, Roger for the front mech shims, robgul for the tyres and The Liz for the chainset.  I built up the rear wheel with Deore on a Mavic A719 and it's geared down to a ridiculous 30x29.

Bloody norah but it's heavy  :D

Ah, I thought I recognised the tyres when I saw the picture  :thumbsup:

Have a great trip

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 05:54:09 pm
Aunty C

That front rack has at least a square foot of unused space on top that you could strap something else to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 30 August, 2009, 06:18:05 pm
How many months are you off for? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 30 August, 2009, 06:27:40 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 05:38:46 pm
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0213-1.jpg)

What bar tape is that? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 August, 2009, 06:49:21 pm
30 x 29?  My Hewitt has 22 x 32, and they offered 22 x 34 instead  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 06:51:46 pm
I have an abiding principle that it becomes counter productive to twiddle the cranks like mad at a pace that is moving the bike more slowly than I can push it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 August, 2009, 08:16:01 pm
You haven't met Smalldean Lane yet  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 30 August, 2009, 09:44:10 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 05:38:46 pm
My new-old Dave Yates, loaded and ready for touring tomorrow:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0211-1.jpg)

Very nice indeed. What is the mount you have for your GPS?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 11:51:10 pm
Standard one wot Garmin make.  I just wrap a towel wristband round it to stop the vibrations - works a treat  :)

Oh - the bar tape's from On-One.  Same stuff as they use on Pompinos, they had it in a sale a while back for a fiver a pack.  It's got a little white stitching running through it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 31 August, 2009, 09:47:56 pm
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_0XrMevmAjTc/Spw2BXMECbI/AAAAAAAAAWA/EaulZL__Zqs/s640/IMG_0029.JPG)

On the climb along the D65 from Vieux Port to Le Val-Anger in Normandy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 31 August, 2009, 09:51:20 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 05:54:09 pm
Aunty C

That front rack has at least a square foot of unused space on top that you could strap something else to.
That's were Liz sits.

*runs - quickly*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 31 August, 2009, 09:59:33 pm
Prize for the first person to photoshop Liz onto the bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 31 August, 2009, 10:03:36 pm
The prize being an identity change and a one way airline ticket to South America.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 31 August, 2009, 10:03:45 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 30 August, 2009, 11:51:10 pm
Standard one wot Garmin make.  I just wrap a towel wristband round it to stop the vibrations - works a treat  :)

Ah. Very good  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 31 August, 2009, 10:56:53 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 31 August, 2009, 09:59:33 pm
Prize for the first person to photoshop Liz onto the bike...

(http://www.reb.co.uk/imintrouble.jpg)

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 03 September, 2009, 07:50:50 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 30 August, 2009, 08:16:01 pm
You haven't met Smalldean Lane yet  :demon:

Smalldean lane where Roger?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 September, 2009, 09:03:28 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 03 September, 2009, 07:50:50 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 30 August, 2009, 08:16:01 pm
You haven't met Smalldean Lane yet  :demon:

Smalldean lane where Roger?

Somewhere between Oxford and London. OK, not too specific....................
Walking up it pushing a bike (me) or cycling up it (Roger) is good exercise.
In my defence, I believe that Roger walked up on his 1st attempt (though I don't think on that occasion he had 27 gears like I did).
Next time I'll get up it in one.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JL on 03 September, 2009, 09:38:32 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 05:54:09 pm
Aunty C

That front rack has at least a square foot of unused space on top that you could strap something else to.

Some people like to travel heavy!! Also its extra training!

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2666/3885395384_93c1555710.jpg)

My mate Mark having a rest by a loch on Barra last summer. We were wild camping and not traveling light!


Mine is the green Malc Cowle, bought off Karen Sutton on here. It was too heavy to lift, but once we got used to the extra weight, our daily mileage kept on climbing! 50 miles on day2 seemed like a long way, but on the last day we did about 130 miles and felt good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 04 September, 2009, 09:17:07 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 03 September, 2009, 09:03:28 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 03 September, 2009, 07:50:50 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 30 August, 2009, 08:16:01 pm
You haven't met Smalldean Lane yet  :demon:

Smalldean lane where Roger?

Somewhere between Oxford and London. OK, not too specific....................
Walking up it pushing a bike (me) or cycling up it (Roger) is good excercise.
In my defence, I believe that Roger walked up on his 1st attempt (though I don't think on that occasion be had 27 gears like I did).
Next time I'll get up it in one.



That sounds very much like Smalldean Lane, Saunderton. This is within 10 miles of where I live. I will have to explore this beast and report back :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 September, 2009, 09:35:32 pm
That's the one.  You go round a corner and suddenly there's a wall coated with loose gravel.  It only has one chevron on the OS map...yeah right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 05 September, 2009, 02:04:16 pm
It doesn't look that bad on the map. The hill going out of Speen looks worse, but it isn't.

(http://i.imgur.com/HdlklSx.jpg)

Parts of it really are quite steep. I've got up in in the 25, but with little in the way of style. I would've got off and walked but I reckon I was going too slow to dismount.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jane on 05 September, 2009, 04:23:35 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 06:51:46 pm
I have an abiding principle that it becomes counter productive to twiddle the cranks like mad at a pace that is moving the bike more slowly than I can push it.

In my experience it is infinitely harder to push a fully loaded cycle up a chevronned hill than ride it, however slowly your lowest gear enables you to go.  I was once forced onto the verge by a passing car three quarters of the way up the hill at Cock Bridge near Tomintoul, and had to finish off pushing (my old Orbit packed for cyclecamping in a Scottish autumn).  I've never done anything so hard.  I love my Roberts Roughstuff with its 22 34 low gear- never had to do that yet on the road, anyway. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 05 September, 2009, 06:05:49 pm
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/058-1.jpg)

Speedy ready for tomorrow's Manchester 100.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Bought, Harry Hall cycles in 1986 (by me) £285.

Used as a commuter, short runs, a few 50 mile charity rides and, eventualy, in 2002 on a LEJoG trip.

LEJoG got me interested in Long Distance and, after a few social rides I decided that it was worn out and invested in a Thorn Raven Tour in 2006.

The BET was hung up for 2 years and never ridden.

The Thorn got me around several Audax rides including my Super Randonneur last year but I started hankering for something a bit more sprightly.  After looking long and hard at the Thorn Audax and their MK3 I figured that I may have the perfect bike hanging up in the garage.

I stripped the bike, put the bits in a bucket of white spirit and sent the frame to Mercian Cycles with a design suggestion I did on Photoshop (and was vetted by members of the forum, ACF forum possibly).  The scheme was influenced by Richard Wareham's bike I saw on a few Audaxes.

Mercian fitted new braze-ons for cantis (that would fit 700c wheels), did the respray, lug-lined it (beautifully), new 531 transfers, lettering and stencilling plus a new headset.

When it came back after a few weeks I took the mechs out of the white spirit and rebuilt it.

I can't be happier with the re-spray, it's nicer than I imagined and much redder than any photo can recreate I think.

It's quicker than the Raven and quite lively.  It's not going to win any TTs but I think it should get me another Super Randonneur this year and I hope to use it on PBP.

Here it is in 2002 LEJoG guise.  Loch Lomond (I mistakenly thought that, because I was now in Scotland, I must be nearly there)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LEJoG/emaillejog_lomond.jpg?t=1239189028)

Here is is just before I stripped it and sent it to Mercian.  I think it looked tired after 22 years.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1239189173)

Here's my Photoshop design for the respray
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/MercianPaint4-1.jpg?t=1239189375)

Here's what I sent them (wheels removed)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/restoration2.jpg?t=1239189703)

Here's what they sent back
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE1.jpg?t=1239189458)

And here's the finished article (it now has black bar tape as per original design)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6624.jpg?t=1239189536)

I had them immortalise it's 1986 birthday
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1239189636)


I'm not even going to discuss what it cost me to rennovate but it wasn't so different to the original cost of the bike (I took a lot of Mercian options and £20 here, £15 there soon adds up to a lot).  It certainly didn't cost me as much as an equivalent new bike and part of the pleasure is keeping my old bike going and using it for it's intended purpose, covering lots of miles in comfort and at a decent speed.

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.

All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 07 September, 2009, 10:55:09 am
 :'( :'(

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 10:55:45 am
OMGWTF!  How did that happen?  And, more importantly, are you OK?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 07 September, 2009, 10:59:53 am
Now that's torn asunder!   :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 11:01:50 am
Broken through the lug?  Hmmm...  Maybe that's a laminate instead.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 07 September, 2009, 11:04:56 am
Quote from: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 11:01:50 am
Broken through the lug?  Hmmm...  Maybe that's a laminate instead.

Maybe it got all confused and thought it was carbon fibre.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 11:07:13 am
Quote from: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 10:55:45 am
OMGWTF!  How did that happen?  And, more importantly, are you OK?

During the Isle of Wight/New Forest 200 with 5km to go.

I'd been complaining about my (what I thought was) bottom-bracket creaking and groaning.  Then, climbing around a slow corner, I felt I had a rear wheel puncture as my bike started to 'shimmy'.  Pulled over to reveal tyres in perfect condition.  I asked a fellow rider to follow me and see if he could spot what was wrong.  I set off slowly and it was definitely a puncture.  Stopped, no puncture.

I checked around the bike and then spotted a hairline crack around the headtube lug.

I decided to nurse it slowly back to HQ and walk down and hills, avoiding the use of my front brake. I managed about 500 metres before "bang", my bike died.

The fact that it chose that moment, at about 4km/hr, to die is a major positive in a sad story.  For the previous 9 hours I'd been descending IoW hills (some very close to sheer cliffs) at 55-60 km/hr.  

It doesn't bear thinking about what could have happened.

PS.  Yes I'm fine and now even more desperate for my Condor Fratello to arrive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 11:09:08 am
Relieved you are safe.  Very unlucky failure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 07 September, 2009, 11:26:58 am
Many sympathies, Lee. Glad you're ok.
What an awful thing to have happen to a wonderful bike!
Am I right in thinking this is a most unusual occurrence on a lugged steel frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 07 September, 2009, 12:01:16 pm
I am surprised that the lug cracked. Usually it is the tube.

Anyhow, as it is just the lug, you may be able to get that easily repaired if you want to keep the bike. Cost prubably around 100 plus respray.

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 07 September, 2009, 12:17:45 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am

All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it.

that is sad :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 12:19:05 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 07 September, 2009, 12:01:16 pm
I am surprised that the lug cracked. Usually it is the tube.

Anyhow, as it is just the lug, you may be able to get that easily repaired if you want to keep the bike. Cost prubably around 100 plus respray.

..d

I thought about it but I'm not going to have it repaired.  It's 23 years old and I've had lots of fun and adventures on it.

I'll keep my eyes peeled for a similar frame on Ebay that I can transfer the parts to or maybe just buy a new, reasonably priced frame.

I'm thinking of a Thorn Audax Mk3 frame.  There's no rush, I'll see what turns up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 07 September, 2009, 01:06:34 pm
Finally got round to building up my Ebay Frame on friday:

(http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss244/tobygrill/Mercian1.jpg)
(I know "sunflower's a bit slack")

Took her out for a ride, with the mudguards added, just trim the guard stays and I'm all done :)

(http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss244/tobygrill/mercianSevern2.jpg)

She's lovely.

Frame was 4 years old and done about 500miles in mint condition, I got her papers too if we want to go to crufts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 September, 2009, 02:00:22 pm
Quote from: †⊗ߥ on 07 September, 2009, 01:06:34 pm
She's lovely.

Sure is.  Beautiful colour. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 September, 2009, 02:53:24 pm
Oh that is a nice bike. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 September, 2009, 03:18:12 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am
All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it

Sorry to read about that LEE :( and glad it didn't happen suddenly or at speed. I wonder if the brazing did not penetrate well around the lower part of the junction between lug and head tube. No matter. Just as well you have a Condor en route.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 07 September, 2009, 03:52:01 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am
All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it

That doesn't look good, glad it happened at low speed.

I shall have to inspect my Touristique closely. It had a respray in 2003 when I realised the braising on the seat stays had failed on one side and the cracking indicated the other side was going.

Unfortunately as I was still at Uni I required a stealth paint job so I asked Mercian for plain Gunmetal Grey. I wrote of the forks in 2005 during my big accident however the rest of the frame is now set up as my fixie for commuting and other general riding.

Matthew
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 07 September, 2009, 04:36:02 pm
That's a damned shame LEE, it was a fantastic looking machine.

As you said though, the positive in the sad story was a MAJOR positive.

Good luck with the frame hunting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 07 September, 2009, 04:43:21 pm
Quote from: jane on 05 September, 2009, 04:23:35 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 30 August, 2009, 06:51:46 pm
I have an abiding principle that it becomes counter productive to twiddle the cranks like mad at a pace that is moving the bike more slowly than I can push it.

In my experience it is infinitely harder to push a fully loaded cycle up a chevronned hill than ride it, however slowly your lowest gear enables you to go.  I was once forced onto the verge by a passing car three quarters of the way up the hill at Cock Bridge near Tomintoul, and had to finish off pushing (my old Orbit packed for cyclecamping in a Scottish autumn).  I've never done anything so hard.  I love my Roberts Roughstuff with its 22 34 low gear- never had to do that yet on the road, anyway. 
I don't struggle grunting up hills with heavy loads on foot, you have to be used to it though I suppose. It comes in handy when unloaded as well, off road or slightly rougher stuff can be fun and quick if you learn to shoulder the bike for a quick dash over an obstacle and then remount quickly on the other side.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 07 September, 2009, 08:12:01 pm
Quote

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken2.jpg)

Assuming that no brass has fallen off, it looks like there's a big gap between the end of the down tube and the head tube, and the brazing hasn't penetrated and filled the gap. It looks like bad workmanship to me, the joint seems to be held together purely by the lug, there's no direct contact between the DT and HT. As already mentioned, the brazing doesn't seem to have penetrated the bottom part of the lug either.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 September, 2009, 08:20:10 pm
Oh dear! Sorry LEE. I knew it when I saw the colour scheme but had a slight hope I was wrong before I scrolled all the way to your message...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 09:05:11 pm
Quote from: fixer on 07 September, 2009, 08:12:01 pm

Assuming that no brass has fallen off, it looks like there's a big gap between the end of the down tube and the head tube, and the brazing hasn't penetrated and filled the gap. It looks like bad workmanship to me, the joint seems to be held together purely by the lug, there's no direct contact between the DT and HT. As already mentioned, the brazing doesn't seem to have penetrated the bottom part of the lug either.

I agree, as a complete layman in these issues I would have expected to see more brass in there.  Maybe the DT has been hanging off the top of the lug for 23 years rather than being supported evenly all over by a better braze.

It could also be just "one of those things".

I'm over it now, I'm glad to have walked away from it unharmed and glad that I found a probable reason behind the major 'Shimmy' I had on the Bryan Chapman 600.

The more I think about the high-speed shimmy on BCM the more I don't want to think about it, having felt what happened when the downtube snapped at walking speed on Sunday.

So, thanks for all the kind words, yes it was a lovely bike (if I say so myself) but I still have all my teeth, I'm not lying in hospital encased in plaster, it's just metal when all said and done and I just received confirmation that my Cyclescheme voucher has been approved.

Next post in this thread will hopefully be the Condor Fratello, a bike I ordered as a direct modern equivalent to the Touristique and, gorgeous in its own right.

Funny how things turn out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 12 September, 2009, 07:05:09 pm
The monster peregrine. I just need to add Brooks honey grips. lots more close ups on my blog link below. Currently running 2.35 nevegals .
(http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww69/born-2-bike/DSC00404.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 12 September, 2009, 08:46:27 pm
That's a fantastic solid-looking beast.  Makes you just feel like setting off and riding wherever the hell you feel like.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 September, 2009, 08:57:22 pm
Quote from: bumper on 12 September, 2009, 07:05:09 pm
The monster peregrine. I just need to add Brooks honey grips. lots more close ups on my blog link below. Currently running 2.35 nevegals .
(http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww69/born-2-bike/DSC00404.jpg)
What on earth are you doing on that?  Iditabike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 September, 2009, 08:58:31 pm
It probably floats.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 12 September, 2009, 09:15:29 pm
Hi,
Dribble purchased from a member here, its my first road bike and I absolutely love it....both road riding and the bike (always mtb'ing previously).  Great bloke I bought it from too and told me about this place. 

So I plan to build up the fitness over the coming year or so, and providing the interest remains high, I'll sell the MTB and invest a little more money, but for now I'm just loving the Ribble and the lycra.......

Newbie lycra lover (http://www.flickr.com/photos/9699070@N03/3912069070/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 12 September, 2009, 09:26:06 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 12 September, 2009, 08:57:22 pm
What on earth are you doing on that?  Iditabike?

It's an alternative to my mtb so it will be doing some pretty hardcore stuff. The tyres are 2.3 nevegals, they're a bit big but the 2.0s haven't arrived yet. It'll also have some studs on when winter arrives.

I've just tried another set of wheels on it with Marathons because it'll also be a tourer when the cold arrives. It doesn't look so scary with those on  ;D

I think even traffic may move over when they see this coming  :o

Tom, it can't ride wherever because the bloody gear cable has just snapped and I haven't got a spare until tomorrow, so it's not unstoppable  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 12 September, 2009, 09:44:18 pm
Help how do you attach pictures? I have tried insert image button but all I get is this;(http://) [img][img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 12 September, 2009, 09:50:11 pm
Quote from: Moose on 12 September, 2009, 09:44:18 pm
Help how do you attach pictures? I have tried insert image button but all I get is this;(http://)

Looks like you're copy and pasting from your PC?

First you need to have your pictures online somewhere like Flickr.

Then select the image in Flickr (or wherever) right click and  choose "copy image address" or your browser's equivalent.
Code: [Select]
then in between the [img] and [/img] paste the address.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 September, 2009, 09:52:40 pm
Quote from: bumper on 12 September, 2009, 07:05:09 pm
The monster peregrine.

I do like that bike  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 12 September, 2009, 10:05:49 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 12 September, 2009, 09:50:11 pm
Quote from: Moose on 12 September, 2009, 09:44:18 pm
Help how do you attach pictures? I have tried insert image button but all I get is this;(http://)

Looks like you're copy and pasting from your PC?

First you need to have your pictures online somewhere like Flickr.

Then select the image in Flickr (or wherever) right click and  choose "copy image address" or your browser's equivalent.
Code: [Select]
then in between the [img] and [/img] paste the address.
Thanks got it sorted now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 September, 2009, 02:10:16 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2589/3914873433_80a8da360c.jpg)

My first road bike a Trek Pilot now almost 3 years old, mainly used on runs with CTC and sportives and audax.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2450/3915654768_44853c9693.jpg)

My second bike a Ribble now almost a year old, bought as a winter/audax bike complete with mudguards but now mainly used on club runs and possibly to be converted for time trials.
Oh dear going to have to buy another bike now for club runs and maybe a steel frame bike for touring, need a bigger house!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 13 September, 2009, 03:00:30 pm
Must be a tad uncomfortable with that bird box on your Ribble's saddle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 September, 2009, 03:08:32 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 13 September, 2009, 03:00:30 pm
Must be a tad uncomfortable with that bird box on your Ribble's saddle?

It's for the homing pidgeons, just in case I break down.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 14 September, 2009, 09:37:52 am
Quote from: bumper on 12 September, 2009, 07:05:09 pm
The monster peregrine. I just need to add Brooks honey grips. lots more close ups on my blog link below. Currently running 2.35 nevegals .
(http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww69/born-2-bike/DSC00404.jpg)

I could SO use this bike as a hard core Gene Hunt stylee Patrol Steed :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 14 September, 2009, 10:04:01 am
Quote
I could SO use this bike as a hard core Gene Hunt stylee Patrol Steed

Wonderful, isn't it! Would you worry about getting it nicked, or does that not happen to police bikes?  ;) Are you allowed to buy your own or do you have to go with what's provided?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 14 September, 2009, 10:23:19 am
Quote from: Tom B on 14 September, 2009, 10:04:01 am
Quote
I could SO use this bike as a hard core Gene Hunt stylee Patrol Steed

Wonderful, isn't it! Would you worry about getting it nicked, or does that not happen to police bikes?  ;) Are you allowed to buy your own or do you have to go with what's provided?

Yes I would worry about it getting nicked, hence carrying a decent lock on all patrol rides. They do get stolen occasionaly, though not often. I have always used bikes provided by the Force or, more accurately, bikes I have acquired for the Force- to ensure I got something useable as opposed to their idea of satisfactory, which usually described a £200 BSO which i would need to replace every 6 weeks or so cos I killed it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 10:26:02 am
Yeah, I've been disappointed by the standard of Police/PCSO bikes I've seen.  I mean, you wouldn't put a car patrol officer in a Daewoo Matiz, would you?  I think that bike Police should have something light but strong (bearing in mind the amount of kit carried) so they can ride round all day, but give serious chase when needed without having to be Cavendish.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 14 September, 2009, 10:35:43 am
The bikes are out there. it is just a case of getting the Bean Counters to see sense. Too many decision makers think a £200-£300 bike is all we need. In some cases, these machines are appropriate e.g. beat officer just using it to get from a to b, or the PCSO who should not really be getting involved in rough stuff. For the more dedicated bike team, or beat officer who uses the bike as a policing tool- tactical patrols, hotspot patrols, disruption of drugs areas etc. money needs to be spent at the outset. £1000 spent on a good bike will result in that bike lasting 3 or 4 years as opposed to £300 being spent every 4 months or so because the bike has been ridden into the ground.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 10:47:01 am
Cheap Costs Double
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 14 September, 2009, 10:47:59 am
Quote from: clarion on 14 September, 2009, 10:47:01 am
Cheap Costs Double

And then some.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 14 September, 2009, 07:31:21 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 14 September, 2009, 09:37:52 am
Gene Hunt stylee Patrol Steed :thumbsup:

Like it  :thumbsup:

though I think it'd be more of a Regan from the Sweeney

'SHUT IIITTTT'  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 September, 2009, 10:52:34 am
Quote from: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Bought, Harry Hall cycles in 1986 (by me) £285.

Used as a commuter, short runs, a few 50 mile charity rides and, eventualy, in 2002 on a LEJoG trip.

LEJoG got me interested in Long Distance and, after a few social rides I decided that it was worn out and invested in a Thorn Raven Tour in 2006.

The BET was hung up for 2 years and never ridden.

The Thorn got me around several Audax rides including my Super Randonneur last year but I started hankering for something a bit more sprightly.  After looking long and hard at the Thorn Audax and their MK3 I figured that I may have the perfect bike hanging up in the garage.

I stripped the bike, put the bits in a bucket of white spirit and sent the frame to Mercian Cycles with a design suggestion I did on Photoshop (and was vetted by members of the forum, ACF forum possibly).  The scheme was influenced by Richard Wareham's bike I saw on a few Audaxes.

Mercian fitted new braze-ons for cantis (that would fit 700c wheels), did the respray, lug-lined it (beautifully), new 531 transfers, lettering and stencilling plus a new headset.

When it came back after a few weeks I took the mechs out of the white spirit and rebuilt it.

I can't be happier with the re-spray, it's nicer than I imagined and much redder than any photo can recreate I think.

It's quicker than the Raven and quite lively.  It's not going to win any TTs but I think it should get me another Super Randonneur this year and I hope to use it on PBP.

Here it is in 2002 LEJoG guise.  Loch Lomond (I mistakenly thought that, because I was now in Scotland, I must be nearly there)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LEJoG/emaillejog_lomond.jpg?t=1239189028)

Here is is just before I stripped it and sent it to Mercian.  I think it looked tired after 22 years.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1239189173)

Here's my Photoshop design for the respray
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/MercianPaint4-1.jpg?t=1239189375)

Here's what I sent them (wheels removed)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/restoration2.jpg?t=1239189703)

Here's what they sent back
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE1.jpg?t=1239189458)

And here's the finished article (it now has black bar tape as per original design)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6624.jpg?t=1239189536)

I had them immortalise it's 1986 birthday
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1239189636)


I'm not even going to discuss what it cost me to rennovate but it wasn't so different to the original cost of the bike (I took a lot of Mercian options and £20 here, £15 there soon adds up to a lot).  It certainly didn't cost me as much as an equivalent new bike and part of the pleasure is keeping my old bike going and using it for it's intended purpose, covering lots of miles in comfort and at a decent speed.

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.

All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken2.jpg)

And so it begins again (Sings "The circle of Liiiife....")

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/ribbleframe1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2009, 10:56:55 am
^^^  I've got one of them, so have a few people here and I've seen quite a few around.  Nice frame and forks, and excellent value.  You've made a very good purchase. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 11:25:33 am
It's not quite as red... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 September, 2009, 11:27:12 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 11:25:33 am
It's not quite as red... ;)

It's got a definite blue tint
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2009, 11:37:15 am
Quote from: LEE on 15 September, 2009, 11:27:12 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 11:25:33 am
It's not quite as red... ;)

It's got a definite blue tint

It's a lovely blue, probably the nicest frame colour I've seen.  The paint job isn't the most robust I've come across but I'm not bothered given the price.  I will just get mine re-sprayed in a few years if it gets too tatty. 

Ribble don't sell touch up paint.  According to them Ford Focus RS blue is a good match.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Naggers on 15 September, 2009, 11:57:36 am
Quote from: LEE on 15 September, 2009, 10:52:34 am
All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg)

How long after the rebuild was that? You must have been gutted  :(

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 September, 2009, 11:58:57 am
18 15 months
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
This year's winter bike (and do pretty much everything else). The fixed is either being sold or temporarily retired. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/flight04/side.jpg)

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/flight04/front.jpg)

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/flight04/rear.jpg)

I just copied what Gordy did, really.

Apologies for the crap pictures.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 15 September, 2009, 02:36:18 pm
Quote
The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures

Is that the one you run fixed, in the cool photo you've posted several times?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 03:31:41 pm
Quote from: Tom B on 15 September, 2009, 02:36:18 pm
Quote
The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures

Is that the one you run fixed, in the cool photo you've posted several times?  :)

Do you mean this picture? ;-) That's the one. It's sporting 20 of your Campag gears at the moment though.

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/fixed_tsr.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 15 September, 2009, 09:06:07 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
This year's winter bike (and do pretty much everything else). The fixed is either being sold or temporarily retired. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).

(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/flight04/side.jpg)


I just copied what Gordy did, really.

Apologies for the crap pictures.

What's that big block thing on the seat tube?

I think your bike is fab, mine is similar.  O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 09:09:49 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 03:31:41 pm
(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/fixed_tsr.jpg)

*gulp*

*want*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 September, 2009, 09:12:07 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 03:31:41 pm
(http://home.dekoninck.co.uk/stuff/fixed_tsr.jpg)

I was admiring a Pashley Moulton on Sunday.  I'm so relieved I can't afford it at the moment.  I really, really can't afford it. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 16 September, 2009, 12:01:04 am
Quote from: Gordy on 15 September, 2009, 09:06:07 pm
What's that big block thing on the seat tube?

Mount for a child seat.

child seats : Cambridge Cycle Company, Bicycles, Cambridge, Cycle, Cycles, Claud, Butler, Pushbike, Bikes, Bike, Mountain Bike, Classic Bikes, hire, Bicycle, Cambridge, Cycle, Claud, Butler, Pushbike, Bike, hire (http://www.cambridgecyclecompany.co.uk/index.php?cPath=2_34&main_page=index)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 16 September, 2009, 08:58:47 am
Quote from: Gordy on 15 September, 2009, 09:06:07 pm
What's that big block thing on the seat tube?

Greenbank is right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 16 September, 2009, 09:15:58 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 09:09:49 pm

*gulp*

*want*
+1
please tell me you've sold it already?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 16 September, 2009, 11:01:02 am
Quote from: mike on 16 September, 2009, 09:15:58 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 September, 2009, 09:09:49 pm

*gulp*

*want*
+1
please tell me you've sold it already?

Sorry, no  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 16 September, 2009, 12:44:26 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3503/3924944531_0025f687bf.jpg)

The bakfiets loaded up with the Dahon D7HG for a trip to the post office; off to its new owner.

The diffferences between its packaged size and weight and what Dahon claim as its folded size and weight were surprising to say the least,
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 16 September, 2009, 03:24:04 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).



This is not the best time to be spending money wisely on yet another cycle (geddit?) but YHPM
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 06:44:59 pm
Quote from: alan on 16 September, 2009, 03:24:04 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).



This is not the best time to be spending money wisely on yet another cycle (geddit?) but YHPM

Is there something you should tell me Alan
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 16 September, 2009, 06:48:03 pm
Quote from: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 06:44:59 pm
Quote from: alan on 16 September, 2009, 03:24:04 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).



This is not the best time to be spending money wisely on yet another cycle (geddit?) but YHPM

Is there something you should tell me Alan

at the appropriate time my dear :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 16 September, 2009, 06:49:07 pm
Quote from: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 06:44:59 pm
Is there something you should tell me Alan
I think that it will be along the lines of love you v. much, have a bunch of flowers, don't you look nice, breakfast in bed, washing up, wash the dog, take out the rubbish, and look what I got really very cheaply indeed my dearest.  O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 16 September, 2009, 06:52:18 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 16 September, 2009, 06:49:07 pm
Quote from: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 06:44:59 pm
Is there something you should tell me Alan
I think that it will be along the lines of love you v. much, have a bunch of flowers, don't you look nice, breakfast in bed, washing up, wash the dog, take out the rubbish, and look what I got really very cheaply indeed my dearest.  O:-)

 ;D  :thumbsup:

All that would immediatley generate much suspicion.The content of this thread will be sufficient :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 08:01:45 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 16 September, 2009, 06:49:07 pm
Quote from: Marj on 16 September, 2009, 06:44:59 pm
Is there something you should tell me Alan
I think that it will be along the lines of love you v. much, have a bunch of flowers, don't you look nice, breakfast in bed, washing up, wash the dog, take out the rubbish, and look what I got really very cheaply indeed my dearest.  O:-)

Don't encourage him, I suppose he having pm's about said bike, will have to look at his account on the quiet  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 16 September, 2009, 09:08:17 pm
Quote from: alan on 16 September, 2009, 03:24:04 pm
Quote from: Blah on 15 September, 2009, 01:50:50 pm
. The Pashley Moulton TSR30 will be sold when I get around to cleaning it and taking pictures (do PM me if you're interested).



This is not the best time to be spending money wisely on yet another cycle (geddit?) but YHPM

I'm not in competition with Alan but curious about the TSR30.  I may be in a position, etc, etc in a few months and have eyed them with interest.  I wondered if it would be one that I could use and keep my elderly (but still spritely) AM for "best".  Why are you selling?  I have to admit to being a bit of a Moulton buff with 4 of the things in the garage but wasn't so impressed with the APB S7 my father had - it seemed terribly heavy and agricultural.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 17 September, 2009, 10:44:41 am
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 16 September, 2009, 09:08:17 pm
I'm not in competition with Alan but curious about the TSR30.  I may be in a position, etc, etc in a few months and have eyed them with interest.  I wondered if it would be one that I could use and keep my elderly (but still spritely) AM for "best".  Why are you selling?  I have to admit to being a bit of a Moulton buff with 4 of the things in the garage but wasn't so impressed with the APB S7 my father had - it seemed terribly heavy and agricultural.

Why am I selling? I've got too many bikes and it's time for a clear-out. It's a fantastic piece of engineering and it's really nice and comfortable to ride. I've done the Bryan Chapman (amongst various other Audaxes) on it, I would definitely not describe it as agricultural.

Emotionally I love this bike and we've had some great times together. Rationally it just doesn't get ridden enough. I've realised that it's my nature to want to change bikes regularly and there's no point in buying 'a bike for life' such as this one. I just like trying different things and that involves riding different bikes etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 19 September, 2009, 05:16:55 pm
Could not get to the bottom of the Headset issues with the Trek Soho so got the Dolan frame back down from the loft and changed all the parts over this afternoon.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/DSCF6391dolan.jpg)
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/DSCF6398yacf.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 19 September, 2009, 05:58:32 pm
Just gave my TT bike a clean (I doubt it'll make another outing this season). I don't like compact frames, but this fits me well and goes fast!

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/donohueTT.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 21 September, 2009, 08:56:17 am
I just gave our PT Stallard tandem a clean and replaced the timing chain so I thought I would take a pic:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/stallard_20sep09.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 September, 2009, 09:08:01 am
Quote from: Woofage on 21 September, 2009, 08:56:17 am
I just gave our PT Stallard tandem a clean and replaced the timing chain so I thought I would take a pic:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/stallard_20sep09.jpg)

That's an interesting transmission!  Why is the main chain attached to the front pedals as well as the timing chain?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2009, 09:14:11 am
Classic piece! :thumbsup:

Yeah - lot of chain going on ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 21 September, 2009, 09:37:26 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 21 September, 2009, 09:08:01 am
That's an interesting transmission!  Why is the main chain attached to the front pedals as well as the timing chain?

It's front crossover drive (see this article (http://www.bikexprt.com/bicycle/tancrank.htm) linked from Sheldon Brown (http://sheldonbrown.com/tandem-build.html)). Not common, I guess.

I don't know if the tandem was built that way. It currently has a 5 speed block with a recent handlebar-mounted thumb shifter. However, I also have the original (?) drop bars and if you look closely you will see a set of down-tube shifters so I assume it must have had more than one chainring at some point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 September, 2009, 09:39:46 am
^^^  Very interesting, thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2009, 10:12:32 am
Quite possibly an original feature.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 21 September, 2009, 11:52:01 am
I'd guess that with a much more powerful cyclists on the front, compared to the back (ie Adult vs Child), it's slightly more efficient for the front to be connected directly to the drive and the timing chain to feed onto that, rather than the more common arrangement.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2009, 11:57:21 am
It's a transitional point from the former position, where the more powerful cyclist (generally the chap) was the stoker.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 09:53:47 am
Thank goodness my British Eagle Touristique was carrying an Organ Donor card.  

It lives !
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BET1.jpg?t=1253782050)

Err..it dies !
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg?t=1253782126)

The transplant
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/RibbleBET.jpg?t=1253782174)

It Lives again!
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Ribble1.jpg?t=1253782220)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Ribble2.jpg?t=1253782252)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Ribble3.jpg?t=1253782290)

I think the whole operation cost £220 or thereabouts.  I'm really pleased with the finished bike although I haven't ridden it yet, I was up too late last night fettling the gears.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 September, 2009, 09:59:31 am
Igor, throw the switch! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 September, 2009, 10:49:05 am
Lee,
Is that steel again or aluminium?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 September, 2009, 10:51:27 am
I think he's gone un-Real this time :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 10:55:55 am
Quote from: Grub on 24 September, 2009, 10:49:05 am
Lee,
Is that steel again or aluminium?

It's recycled Coke cans this time.  However I do have a steel Condor Fratello on order.

I couldn't resist the price of the Ribble frame and forks at £135 and it feels noticeably lighter (despite the chunky tubes)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 September, 2009, 11:21:31 am
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 10:55:55 am
I couldn't resist the price of the Ribble frame and forks at £135...

Hmm, £135? I'm tempted to copy you (it's cheaper/easier than repairing/refurbishing my old audax bike that's currently languishing in the garage). Presume that doesn't include a stem?

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 September, 2009, 11:26:45 am
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 10:55:55 am
Quote from: Grub on 24 September, 2009, 10:49:05 am
Lee,
Is that steel again or aluminium?

It's recycled Coke cans this time.  However I do have a steel Condor Fratello on order.

I couldn't resist the price of the Ribble frame and forks at £135 and it feels noticeably lighter (despite the chunky tubes)

The only reason I ask is I wondered if you notice the difference in the ride quality?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 11:28:27 am
Smutichin:
No stem, you also need a headset (£14 fitted if ordered at same time).

I used my MTB stem for now and will replace it with something blingier once I get the length/height right.

You may also need a longer retaining bolt for the front brakes (a few pence from LBS) as the carbon fork crown is very deep and the one supplied with my Sora brakes only engaged by a couple of threads.

Initial test-ride report when I get back from lunch (Carradice will be packed with tools just in case)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 24 September, 2009, 11:34:22 am
Quote from: Grub on 24 September, 2009, 11:26:45 am
The only reason I ask is I wondered if you notice the difference in the ride quality?
I do notice a difference with my Alu Ribble compared to my older steel frames: briefly, very nippy but harsher. But that may be down to frame geometry etc, not just material. I've not done a single ride over 200k on mine, and not sure if I'd want to, but it's perfect for an everyday bike.

I've had mine for three years now - no regrets. In fact, Mr Grub, I'm just off on mine now for a quick 60k.  :demon: ;)

EDIT: enjoy your test ride, Lee. Look forward to your first impressions.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 September, 2009, 11:34:50 am
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 11:28:27 am
No stem, you also need a headset (£14 fitted if ordered at same time).

Ah. Yes, I see... it says they'll fit the headset free but not that the headset itself is free. Thanks.

Steel schmeel. Carbon fork and 32C tyres should see to the comfort side of things.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 September, 2009, 11:42:48 am
32c tyres?

Where the hell you gonna get that much air from? :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 11:45:23 am
Quote from: smutchin on 24 September, 2009, 11:34:50 am
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 11:28:27 am
No stem, you also need a headset (£14 fitted if ordered at same time).

Ah. Yes, I see... it says they'll fit the headset free but not that the headset itself is free. Thanks.

Steel schmeel. Carbon fork and 32C tyres should see to the comfort side of things.

d.


32C tyres?

You'll be wanting a different bike then?

23mm with mudguards was pushing the limit.

28mm Marathons fit but you won't be getting full mudguards in there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 September, 2009, 11:50:16 am
Meh. As if I would really put anything bigger than 28C on an audax bike. (Though I know many other people do.)

Having said that, I'm surprised that something sold as an audax/winter frame doesn't have clearance for 28C and mudguards.  :-\

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 September, 2009, 11:51:40 am
28c & RaceBlades FTW :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 01:30:57 pm
First ride impressions are very positive. 

It doesn't feel harsh at all, maybe that;s the carbon forks and Brooks saddle helping.  The "chassis" is much stiffer laterally than the Touristique which makes climbing out the saddle feel rewarding.

I have a few rattling gear issues that weren't apparent until I put it under load and a touching tyre/mudguard somewhere (under the rear brake I think).  Will sort those out tonight and go for a proper ride.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 September, 2009, 01:42:05 pm
Not to piss on your parade, but I thought that initially with my OCR4.  Try a decent audax and you may change your mind  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 01:43:07 pm
Quote from: Grub on 24 September, 2009, 01:42:05 pm
Not to piss on your parade, but I thought that initially with my OCR4.  Try a decent audax and you may change your mind  ;D

Hopefully I will be doing when the Fratello Arrives.  This will be fine for a 200 at least.  "cockpit" is very relaxed (bars set quite high)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 September, 2009, 01:43:31 pm
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 01:43:07 pm
Quote from: Grub on 24 September, 2009, 01:42:05 pm
Not to piss on your parade, but I thought that initially with my OCR4.  Try a decent audax and you may change your mind  ;D

Hopefully I will be doing when the Fratello Arrives


Smart move.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 24 September, 2009, 02:00:36 pm
Quote from: LEE on 24 September, 2009, 11:45:23 am
23mm with mudguards was pushing the limit.

28mm Marathons fit but you won't be getting full mudguards in there.

I take it you've got the horizontal top tube one then. Mine's the sloping top tube which for some inexplicable reason has clearance for 28s + guards, but no braze ons for a rack.

The horizontal top tube on the other hand has the braze ons, but only clearance for 23s + guards.

I've done about 1500 miles on mine and I really really like it. As Eck says, perfect as an everyday bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 24 September, 2009, 02:26:45 pm
Ribbles individual oddities aside, don't forget that front wheel clearance is due to the fork only, irrespective of the frame. Rear wheel clearance is due to the frame design and specifically the chain/seat stay lengths and brake bridge "height".

If those are Deda Black Rain carbon forks (I can't quite tell, but they look like it) then you won't get 28mm tyres in them with mudguards, not even with advanced Volio-esque zip-tie mudguard mounting techniques. 25mm+guards max.

Chainstay length looks ok, more than enough space between mudguard and seat tube for another 3mm of tyre. Can't tell about the clearance at the brake bridge from those photos but I'm guessing that's where the problem lies.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 September, 2009, 09:40:29 am
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Ribble3.jpg?t=1253782290)

Arse!

I may have to removethe  metal clamp & resort to zip-tie fettling of rear mudguard.  There's the occasional buzz of an asthmatic wasp when I'm honking out of saddle.  It's not the mudguard stays so I think it must be around the brake bolt area (where guard sits very deep over tyre).

Also had a very loud creaking when pedalling, so loud that I thought it was the chain rubbing on the front mech, which I hope was down to my crank bolt not being tight enough.

Ah, the joys of attempting to get old gear to run silently.  

I am a bit obsessive about bike noises and find it hard to understand how some people can live with some of the creaks and rattles I hear on rides.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: urban_biker on 25 September, 2009, 09:48:01 am
Quote from: LEE on 25 September, 2009, 09:40:29 am
I am a bit obsessive about bike noises and find it hard to understand how some people can live with some of the creaks and rattles I hear on rides.

You're talking about my creaking groaning Galaxy aren't you? I established eventually that the noise was coming from the Brooks saddle. Once I oiled the underside, rails etc it went a lot quieter. I think I need to oil again as the noise now seems to be coming back.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 25 September, 2009, 10:19:01 am
Quote from: LEE on 25 September, 2009, 09:40:29 am
I am a bit obsessive about bike noises and find it hard to understand how some people can live with some of the creaks and rattles I hear on rides.

a) The noises keep me company. They're more interesting than some people I've been stuck with on Audaxes...

b) Headphones
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 September, 2009, 10:23:29 am
I don't like noise.  That's why I have Shimano hubs... ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 25 September, 2009, 11:07:19 am
I don't like noises either, but with London traffic it's often not easy to hear things!  When I've been trying to adjust new gears (slight tweaks to the barrel adjusters), it can be difficult to do it on my commute, the only places which are really quiet are about a mile from my house, and the short bits across Tooting Bec and Clapham commons. :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 September, 2009, 11:27:53 am
That's very true.  Normally, if there's a noise, I can pick it up and diagnose as I'm going along, and adjust promptly.  In London's roar & clatter, you could be riding something out of tune for miles & miles before spotting it. :(

EDIT: Note how I still use 'normally' to describe not being in London, though I've lived hear nigh on two years, and probably have at least five years before I can even think of shifting ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 September, 2009, 01:43:38 pm
Mudguard "fettle" has worked a treat.  4 holes and 2 zip-ties later, no tyre rub.

The creaking bottom bracket that took a couple of B/B removals, greasings, tightenings, test-ridings..was..in fact.. my (not tight enough) seat pin clamp ! DOH!

Bike is getting quieter by the day.

Maybe I should just relocate to inner London.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 25 September, 2009, 03:46:19 pm
Baby G's new bike
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Gab_Sept2009_005.jpg)
She's making quick progress with it too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 25 September, 2009, 03:51:06 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 25 September, 2009, 03:46:19 pm
Baby G's new bike
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Gab_Sept2009_005.jpg)
She's making quick progress with it too.

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 25 September, 2009, 09:14:39 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 25 September, 2009, 03:46:19 pm
Baby G's new bike
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Gab_Sept2009_005.jpg)
She's making quick progress with it too.

:D

my new desktop:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1000546.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 26 September, 2009, 12:21:19 am
Wow, awesome !, simply timeless , weathered and beaten by the forces of nature for millions of years, something witnessed by our ancestors and witnessed, seemingly unchanged, by us, all those years after.

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1000546.jpg)



The Carradice Barley, you really can't beat it can you?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 September, 2009, 09:33:14 am
Oh...  I thought you were talking about mike ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 26 September, 2009, 10:25:07 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 September, 2009, 01:43:38 pm
Mudguard "fettle" has worked a treat.  4 holes and 2 zip-ties later, no tyre rub.

The creaking bottom bracket that took a couple of B/B removals, greasings, tightenings, test-ridings..was..in fact.. my (not tight enough) seat pin clamp ! DOH!

Bike is getting quieter by the day.

Maybe I should just relocate to inner London.

I had a similar bottom bracket dismantle/degrease/regrease/tighten/lather/rinse/repeat cycle recently where the noise turned out to be a combination of

1. the front wheel creaking in the fork dropouts (in time with pedalling, only when out of the saddle, and sounding for all the world like it was from the BB!), solved by putting about an 1/8th of a turn of extra tension on the skewer

and

2. something in the stem/handlebar clamp region - strip/degrease/lightly regrease/rebuild fixed that one
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 26 September, 2009, 11:41:35 pm
Could someone link me to wherever the advice on this drilling and ziptieing mudguards is? There's a fair bit of space between the fork crown and the mudguard on my Aravis - I am guessing it's a case of an extra hole in front and behind the two that you get by driling out the rivets for the fork mounting bracket, then running zip ties between the front two and back two, and each pairs respective hole on the fork crown - is that right? If so, what do you do if you want to mount a light on the fork crown?

Also, does it make the mudguards less flappy compared to the fork mounting bracket?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 26 September, 2009, 11:46:31 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 September, 2009, 11:41:35 pm
Could someone link me to wherever the advice on this drilling and ziptieing mudguards is?

Mud guards and close clearances (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=815.msg16395#msg16395)

Quote
Also, does it make the mudguards less flappy compared to the fork mounting bracket?

Not that I've noticed - I've always put that down to flex in the guard itself, not the mount
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 27 September, 2009, 08:22:31 am
Thanks for that.  I am fine for clearance, despite running 37mm tires... think I'll just have to learn to live with occasional buzz from the mudguard clips.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 September, 2009, 07:08:05 pm
During my 32 mile spin yesterday I thought of Mike's weathered and worn photo so I stopped and took this one  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/26-09-09_1340_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 27 September, 2009, 08:06:02 pm
:D 

That'd be yellow bar tape then? I wonder who bought that... 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 28 September, 2009, 11:09:54 am
Quote from: Grub on 27 September, 2009, 07:08:05 pm
During my 32 mile spin yesterday I thought of Mike's weathered and worn photo so I stopped and took this one  ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/26-09-09_1340_edited-1.jpg)

Something seems to be seriously off with the colour balance in that shot..

..d

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 28 September, 2009, 12:12:43 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 28 September, 2009, 11:09:54 am
Something seems to be seriously off with the colour balance in that shot..
..d

Quote from: mike on 27 September, 2009, 08:06:02 pm
:D 
That'd be yellow bar tape then?
:-X
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 28 September, 2009, 12:43:18 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 25 September, 2009, 03:46:19 pm
Baby G's new bike
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Gab_Sept2009_005.jpg)
She's making quick progress with it too.

Is that some fettling I see going on?

If so, Nutty- pay attention to a master (mistress) at work ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 28 September, 2009, 12:49:50 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 28 September, 2009, 12:43:18 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 25 September, 2009, 03:46:19 pm
Baby G's new bike
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Gab_Sept2009_005.jpg)
She's making quick progress with it too.

Is that some fettling I see going on?

If so, Nutty- pay attention to a master (mistress) at work ;)

Are you suggesting that Nutty should wear a helmet whilst fettling?  ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 September, 2009, 02:34:21 pm
Of course.  And do it in French where possible. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 28 September, 2009, 02:57:39 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 September, 2009, 02:34:21 pm
Of course.  And do it in French where possible. ;)

Whilst downloading instructions for Shimano transmission on his Apple PC ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 28 September, 2009, 05:01:05 pm
& then test riding on a Sustrans route
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 September, 2009, 05:04:21 pm
Am I correct in thinking Frenchie has got Baby G plugged into the mains via an extension lead?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 September, 2009, 08:01:32 pm
In the Corus Hyde Park.

(http://www.peeble.com/corus.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 08:16:28 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOpremier.jpg)

Continuing the theme, Son of Oscar and I are tucked up in a Premier Inn in Poole tonight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 29 September, 2009, 08:34:04 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 08:16:28 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOpremier.jpg)

Continuing the theme, Son of Oscar and I are tucked up in a Premier Inn in Poole tonight.

Wot?  No LUGGAGE?!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 29 September, 2009, 08:37:19 pm
I'm sure The Magic BagTM is just out of shot somewhere  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 09:00:11 pm
The Magic Bag TM is in the boot of the car.  I just hope the rear axle can stand the weight!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 09:01:13 pm
By the way, tomorrow night I shall be giving my new Hope One it's first run out!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 29 September, 2009, 09:21:24 pm
My second early '90s Kili. Soon to have "matching" forks, white stem and with luck (and at much expense) will shed the tensioner and become fixed/free.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Kili2-1st1.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 01 October, 2009, 01:31:16 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 September, 2009, 02:34:21 pm
Of course.  And do it in French where possible. ;)

And Portuguese, and English. She doesn't curse though! Have you seen the face of concentration at work too?!  :-*

I was working on one of my bikes as she was going back and forth. She borrowed a tool, stopped at the neighbour's and started work!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 01 October, 2009, 02:27:31 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 29 September, 2009, 08:01:32 pm
In the Corus Hyde Park.

(http://www.peeble.com/corus.jpg)

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 08:16:28 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOpremier.jpg)

Continuing the theme, Son of Oscar and I are tucked up in a Premier Inn in Poole tonight.

You know you've reached hardcore bike p0rn when you're looking at photos of bikes in anonymous hotel bedrooms...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 01 October, 2009, 04:24:49 pm
 If there was a time when the only bike that might have been welcome in a hotel bedroom was a female of easy virtue.
Since that has long since ceased to be the case,it can only be an age thing.

Have you ever felt that you have made some bullets for others to fire back at you? ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 October, 2009, 04:35:41 pm
Quote from: mark_oakden on 29 September, 2009, 08:34:04 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 29 September, 2009, 08:16:28 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOpremier.jpg)

Continuing the theme, Son of Oscar and I are tucked up in a Premier Inn in Poole tonight.

Wot?  No LUGGAGE?!

Just the 2 towels
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 October, 2009, 04:44:25 pm
I like the imaginative use of the top tube as a support for tea-making facilities.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 01 October, 2009, 05:05:43 pm
Quote from: clarion on 01 October, 2009, 04:44:25 pm
I like the imaginative use of the top tube as a support for tea-making facilities.

I'll resist the old jokes about Goblin teasmaid :demon: in hotels
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 October, 2009, 07:02:31 pm
You know it's gone too far when you start renting hot-sheet motels by the hour for you and your bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 01 October, 2009, 07:59:31 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 01 October, 2009, 07:02:31 pm
You know it's gone too far when you start renting hot-sheet motels by the hour for you and your bike.

and of course Bromptons can manage some complex positions
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 October, 2009, 08:25:54 am
Quote from: clarion on 01 October, 2009, 04:44:25 pm
I like the imaginative use of the top tube as a support for tea-making facilities.

Glad you appreciate my efforts.  It took about 30 minutes to get it to all balance right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 October, 2009, 09:45:50 am
1st "Action Shot" of Ribble.

Newbury Downs, last night at sun-down.  For some reason I didn't realise it went so dark so early or so quickly.  It was quite an experience climbing some familiar hills in total darkness (and even more of an experience coming down them).

It was bloody cold when the sun went down.

Between Ashmansworth & East Woodhay.  Looking towards Hungerford, many metres below.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/NewburyDowns-1.jpg?t=1254472867)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 02 October, 2009, 10:35:03 am
Aah, that's a bit more ecovelo-ish. The upgusset stuff in hotel showers was starting to desensitise me. More softcore, with the Aravis dressed for winter.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2457/3974188338_4693ceac68.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3437/3973438663_aa93793b54.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2484/3974212772_5c6946e32c.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2521/3974230358_7a9d93401d.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2533/3973451177_79a183568e.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 October, 2009, 10:40:19 am
Sorry, I'm not sure I understand.  Are you suggesting that you ride your bikes? On public roads?  In broad daylight? :o :o :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 02 October, 2009, 10:46:07 am
I love my Aravis but I kind of wish I'd been able to get the sloping top tube version, they do look lovely.

P.S. Dual Ixons are great.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 October, 2009, 10:51:03 am
:D

how's the brooks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 02 October, 2009, 01:00:06 pm
@clarion - Well, I ride some of my bikes... There's an old kona kilauea (lovely 853 631 frame) at the back of my garage that hasn't been touched for a couple of years :(

@greenbank - I didn't know they did a non-sloping version. Last flat top-tubed bike I had looked like a farm gate in my size, whereas this looks reasonably proportioned. Yeah, love the twin Ixons. It was your LEL discussion (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=18016.msg322978#msg322978) that influenced me to go that route.

@mike - First 200 miles were a little bit pointy at times, but it's super soft now - must have gotten through 1/3rd of a small pot of proofide. It was a risk after trying yours (swfit?), which felt like the saddle rails were protruding from the leather. I guess yours is a tougher leather, or did "you" make it into that shape? If so, very impressive power bottoming.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oliverb on 02 October, 2009, 03:38:19 pm
(http://home2.btconnect.com/brettoliver/butler.jpg)

My Geoffrey Butler custom road bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 02 October, 2009, 03:46:52 pm
Ooh, that looks exciting :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 02 October, 2009, 07:02:21 pm
First week of October, so it's time to put away the tricolore:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/col.jpg)

And get out the azzurro:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/Pin.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 02 October, 2009, 07:28:20 pm
Dude! I think I kinda hate you . . .

 . . . or is it coz I is jelliss?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 02 October, 2009, 07:52:17 pm
You haven't put away the tricolore; it's hiding around the corner.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 October, 2009, 08:28:30 pm
Quote from: adamski on 02 October, 2009, 07:52:17 pm
You haven't put away the tricolore; it's hiding around the corner.

 ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 02 October, 2009, 09:09:38 pm
Quote from: adamski on 02 October, 2009, 07:52:17 pm
You haven't put away the tricolore; it's hiding around the corner.

In my country le tricolore means blue-white-red anyway... ::-) You must be colour blind.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 02 October, 2009, 09:36:39 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 02 October, 2009, 07:02:21 pm
First week of October, so it's time to put away the tricolore:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/col.jpg)


drip.. drip.. drip.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 02 October, 2009, 09:52:39 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 02 October, 2009, 09:09:38 pm
Quote from: adamski on 02 October, 2009, 07:52:17 pm
You haven't put away the tricolore; it's hiding around the corner.

In my country le tricolore means blue-white-red anyway... ::-) You must be colour blind.  ;D

 Don't worry, I have a French version (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg429111#msg429111) just for you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: loafer on 04 October, 2009, 04:08:28 pm
this is my caygill tourer=and is steel
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/kielder/IMG_4040.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 October, 2009, 12:27:47 am
Woah! That's some laid back head angle.

Stable? Looks like it has the turning circle of the Torrey Canyon!

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 05 October, 2009, 09:49:20 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0550.jpg)

My old Harry Quinn fixer.  I got it reassembled yesterday afternoon and wiped the Aussie mud off the wheels.

On One hubs on Rigida Chrina rims, 48x18 EAI sprocket and Campag chainset.  Goldfinger lever on Nitto bullhorns.  The mudguards don't match and neither do the tyres which are almost always part-worns from other bikes.  The rest of it's salvaged from bits and pieces found in boxes and discarded from upgrades.

It's the bike I leave locked up in town, the bike I ride in all weathers and the bike I lend to friends.  It's battered, slightly rusty and maybe it's seen better days.  Still love it, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: αdαmsκι on 05 October, 2009, 10:40:18 pm
Another bike + scenery photo.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3449/3985282338_561b06c16b_m.jpg)
Click for biggness (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3449/3985282338_561b06c16b_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 07 October, 2009, 12:09:37 pm
Kili Winter Warrior Phase 2. Looks SO much better with a white stem (thanks Paul!!) and white Saracen forks (thanks to retrobike Forum). Wheels changed to "blue" Mavics. Retro Blue(mels) are a bit cut 'n' shut after being on about 6 bikes but replacement ones are thin on the ground.

Think it will probably stay s/s rather than fixed - tho' it might drift into a 9 speed if I get bored...

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/K2Ph21.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 07 October, 2009, 04:04:13 pm
Another dribbler here, unfortunately no scenery though..........

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2465/3988342826_371a957d0e.jpg)

Its my first road bike.

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1266/771804964_99f121c52d.jpg)
Edit:  thought I'd stick one of the Kona up
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 07 October, 2009, 04:46:53 pm
Just picked this up from the bike shop:
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/DSC00222.jpg)

That nasty chainguard is going as soon as I get home. And since I'll be mostly riding it on the road, I'll swap the knobbly cross tyres for Conti GP 4 Seasons (though I'm tempted to try my hand at cyclocross now I have a suitable bike). And I'll probably fit mudguards too.

It's a lovely ride, though. Very nimble. It's alu but hardly feels any heavier than my all-carbon road bike. Can't wait to go for a proper ride on it.  ;D :thumbsup:

Details:
(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/DSC00223.jpg)
Wheelnut-spanner-cum-bottle-opener! Great touch!

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k170/smutchin/DSC00224.jpg)
You probably can't see it clearly in this pic (flash doesn't work on my camphone) but the rear hub appears to be a singlespeed-specific freehub, rather than a screw-on freewheel. I never knew such things even existed! It does mean I won't be able to convert it to fixed should I get the urge, but that does give me an excuse to buy a nice spare rear wheel with a flipflop hub.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 07 October, 2009, 06:11:33 pm
I wonder WHY they would spec it so that a free single speed ONLY? Most such ready-mades come with a fixed/free threaded hub, altho' I know quite a few come with only a freewheel fitted (which I rather suspect is so that litigation can be avoided in the case of damaged newcomers to fixed!).

It's very pretty though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 07 October, 2009, 07:15:15 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 07 October, 2009, 06:11:33 pm
I wonder WHY they would spec it so that a free single speed ONLY? Most such ready-mades come with a fixed/free threaded hub

Felt also do a bike called the Dispatch which looks quite similar but comes with a flipflop hub. I guess it's because the bikes are targeted at slightly different markets, the Breed being ostensibly a CycloX bike rather than a fakenger-mobile. I'd like to try it as a fixie at some point, but it's not a priority.

Quote
It's very pretty though.

Yes, I thought so - pretty enough to make me think it was worth spending rather more than the price of a Spesh Tricross, in fact. Sucker that I am.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 07 October, 2009, 07:31:33 pm
I like that FELT.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 07 October, 2009, 08:01:12 pm
If I was only going to be dipping a toe in cross I would get the Tricross, the thought of sticking a rather expensive bit of kit in a ditch and ripping the head tube off would make me a bit lairy.

Ride it like you stole it but just remember that the pro riders get a new one for free if they bork the existing one, you don't.

The Felt is nice though. :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 07 October, 2009, 11:12:32 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 07 October, 2009, 08:01:12 pm
If I was only going to be dipping a toe in cross I would get the Tricross, the thought of sticking a rather expensive bit of kit in a ditch and ripping the head tube off would make me a bit lairy.

It was very much a heart purchase. I knew it had to be mine as soon as I saw it. Plus they didn't have any of the 2009 Tricross left in my size, which made it an easier decision.

Quote
Ride it like you stole it but just remember that the pro riders get a new one for free if they bork the existing one, you don't.

Yeah, I couldn't afford to replace it in a hurry, so I won't be pushing it too hard if I do take it properly off-road. But because it feels like a grown-up's version of a BMX, it's hard to resist bunny-hopping over kerbs and the like. It's a FUN bike.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 09 October, 2009, 12:14:28 am
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/CAAD9.jpg)

My new toy , originally fancied a cr1 but the frame on this bike is just gorgeous , 105 triple throughout . Still getting used to Shimano hence the odd bar position . This is easily the stiffest bike I've ever ridden , superb build quality and finish . Chuffed to bits  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 09 October, 2009, 09:06:28 am
Quote from: finch on 09 October, 2009, 12:14:28 am
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/CAAD9.jpg)

My new toy , originally fancied a cr1 but the frame on this bike is just gorgeous , 105 triple throughout . Still getting used to Shimano hence the odd bar position . This is easily the stiffest bike I've ever ridden , superb build quality and finish . Chuffed to bits  ;D

Finch,

Please excuse me whilst I drool!

That is a lovely 'Dale :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 09 October, 2009, 09:54:29 am
This is one of my contenders for the cycle to work scheme, if I can find a Cannondale dealer on cyclescheme nearby.

Although I'd quite like a capo too, they seem as rare as hen's teeth. What does it tip the scales at?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 09 October, 2009, 09:58:32 am
Finch, that is a very nice looking bike. I love the understated colour scheme.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 09 October, 2009, 10:40:21 am
I think it's about 18lb it's lighter than the pinarello paris and the specialized tarmac e5
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 09 October, 2009, 12:00:38 pm
I don't like to criticise people's bikes, but this damn epidemic of drop bars with the bottom section parallel to the downtube (the downtube FFS!) coupled with fugly oversized Shimano levers pointing up like a cowboy's six-shooters is just plain wrong.  :hand:

Apart from that, nice bike finch.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2009, 12:04:36 pm
Don't care where my bar ends point, but the tops have to be horizontal for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 09 October, 2009, 12:10:04 pm
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2009, 12:04:36 pm
Don't care where my bar ends point, but the tops have to be horizontal for me.

Same here.

It's about comfort for me.  As much flat surface on top as possible and the brake hoods starting just on the bend (to extend the flat top even further, much like Finch's in fact).

Lovely looking bike but I'd get oil all over that white bar tape in minutes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2009, 12:13:05 pm
That's it exactly, Lee :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pneumant on 09 October, 2009, 03:46:00 pm
My Raleigh Pro Race winter fixed on holiday in northern Scotland, Reynolds 501 and rides superbly  :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3433/3986023591_12ef6bc5aa.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 October, 2009, 01:45:24 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_98662.jpg)
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9869.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 October, 2009, 02:08:40 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9869.jpg)

 ;D

I got a black one.   :thumbsup:


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 October, 2009, 03:53:52 pm
And my lovely stays are pristine.  My chain has not come off often, but will not mark them now if it does  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 10 October, 2009, 06:03:07 pm
it's appeared on the thread before, but not in my garden..
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/IMG_2832.jpg)

thanks for letting me buy it, Blah!! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 10 October, 2009, 06:21:26 pm
Quote from: mike on 10 October, 2009, 06:03:07 pm
thanks for letting me buy it, Blah!! 
Thanks for letting me try it mike.  :thumbsup:
GIT! I want one now.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 10 October, 2009, 08:13:23 pm
Quote from: mike on 10 October, 2009, 06:03:07 pm
it's appeared on the thread before, but not in my garden..
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/IMG_2832.jpg)

thanks for letting me buy it, Blah!!  

A certain song springs to mind....

It should have been Me.

When you are fed up with it Mike can I have first dibs please 'cause it would look better in my garden  ;)

Actually
I suspect that Marj was also dissapointed that I lost out because your new-to-you bike was the first one I would have sold all my other bikes to make room for.
The Langster is already spoken for ;D

Marj wants the space that the bikes takeup:she does not want to get rid of the bikes per se.I think we need a triple garage with a 3 bedroom bungalow
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 October, 2009, 08:09:59 am
Quote from: eck on 10 October, 2009, 02:08:40 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9869.jpg)

I got a black one.   :thumbsup:


Lucky you.

err . . .  WTF is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 11 October, 2009, 10:03:31 am
Quote from: Pneumant on 09 October, 2009, 03:46:00 pm
My Raleigh Pro Race winter fixed on holiday in northern Scotland, Reynolds 501 and rides superbly  :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3433/3986023591_12ef6bc5aa.jpg)


Name the place: just above Burghead harbour

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 October, 2009, 10:07:44 am
Quote from: torslanda on 11 October, 2009, 08:09:59 am
Quote from: eck on 10 October, 2009, 02:08:40 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9869.jpg)

I got a black one.   :thumbsup:


Lucky you.

err . . .  WTF is it?


Stops the chain jumping off.  You can get small black carbon ones.  Eck and I went down the more aesthetic route  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 11 October, 2009, 12:26:05 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 October, 2009, 10:07:44 am
Quote from: torslanda on 11 October, 2009, 08:09:59 am
Quote from: eck on 10 October, 2009, 02:08:40 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/100_9869.jpg)

I got a black one.   :thumbsup:


Lucky you.

err . . .  WTF is it?


Stops the chain jumping off.  You can get small black carbon ones.  Eck and I went down the more aesthetic route  ;D

Actually that looks like just the thing I need to run a triple on my Moulton: what are they called, and where can they be obtained?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 October, 2009, 12:42:56 pm

   K-Edge Chain Catcher Only £26.99
 (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/K-Edge_Chain_Catcher/5360044389/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 11 October, 2009, 04:37:49 pm
Not new, or very exciting, but a bit shinier nevertheless :)

Before:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3440/4001325474_d6e42fc7a1.jpg)

Rather tired:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2576/4000562003_3b3079be0d.jpg)

After:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3449/4000544671_d05a6c8085.jpg)

Shiny!
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2515/4001298896_1bc8bd04c1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 October, 2009, 10:48:50 am
^^^  Very tidy!  I love bikes like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: anth on 12 October, 2009, 10:51:13 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 October, 2009, 10:48:50 am
^^^  Very tidy!  I love bikes like that.

Oooh, where'd you get it done Mrs P? I agree wholeheartedly with OD...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 12 October, 2009, 11:06:18 am
Indeed - with that kind of rust I'd have cut my losses, but it looks like you've managed to give that frame a new lease of life.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 12 October, 2009, 01:12:10 pm
Quote from: anth on 12 October, 2009, 10:51:13 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 October, 2009, 10:48:50 am
^^^  Very tidy!  I love bikes like that.

Oooh, where'd you get it done Mrs P? I agree wholeheartedly with OD...
That nice mr robgul kindly took it to his local powder coaters for me. :)
(Being as the ones up here are either expensive or rubbish)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 12 October, 2009, 01:25:16 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 12 October, 2009, 11:06:18 am
Indeed - with that kind of rust I'd have cut my losses, but it looks like you've managed to give that frame a new lease of life.

Deceptive picture ... lots of rust BUT pretty much surface stuff as the steel tubing is quite thick - and it appeared to be a well-made frame.   

Just hope that the AirZound thing that looks as if it's sitting in the bottle cage doesn't blast the paint off it  ;D

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 12 October, 2009, 01:44:00 pm
I was going to take the Airzound off and be more 'zen' but the damn thing is welded to the bars now so it will have to wait until I can be bothered to drill out the rusty screw.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 October, 2009, 01:47:32 pm
Quote from: Mrs Pingu on 12 October, 2009, 01:44:00 pm
I was going to take the Airzound off and be more 'zen' but the damn thing is welded to the bars now so it will have to wait until I can be bothered to drill out the rusty screw.  ;D

I think it's trying to tell you something and I can't imagine Airzounds like being ignored!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pingu on 12 October, 2009, 02:24:34 pm
The Airzound bottle cover matches the frame now  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 07:16:38 pm
Since my other frame went kaput the other week, I bought this as a replacement.  Surprisingly, everything on it appears to be original (though I'm not sure about the brake pads or tyres).

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2625/4004812327_fc67b9e3dc.jpg)

The photo doesn't really do justice to the frame colour 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 12 October, 2009, 07:40:26 pm
I loved riding them back in the day. Never ridden a bike before or since that balanced so well on the back wheel. I was doing huge sit-down coaster wheelies on a mates well before I mastered it on my GT Karakoram.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 07:58:44 pm
Not quite what I had in mind for it ;D

...but it'd be a shame not to take it for a blast around Hamsterley before I butcher it into a tourer.  And that will probably be quite interesting with those crappy cantis.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 12 October, 2009, 08:20:52 pm
That's sacrilegious! I am tempted to buy MSeries Dalesman, stick a pair of Renthals on it and take it down the ramps to make up for it.  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 12 October, 2009, 08:31:13 pm
Quote from: mike on 10 October, 2009, 06:03:07 pm
it's appeared on the thread before, but not in my garden..
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/IMG_2832.jpg)

thanks for letting me buy it, Blah!!  

Looking good Mike!

I thought I kept my Swallow???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 12 October, 2009, 08:38:49 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/Photo024.jpg?t=1255376350)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 October, 2009, 08:41:58 pm
Well, it's distinctive. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 12 October, 2009, 08:45:37 pm
I assume that you are long in the leg Pip.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 09:26:09 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 12 October, 2009, 08:20:52 pm
That's sacrilegious! I am tempted to buy MSeries Dalesman, stick a pair of Renthals on it and take it down the ramps to make up for it.  :P

Well, now you've said it, you must do it...  There's probably enough clearance in that frame ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 12 October, 2009, 09:30:53 pm
Pip. Cut that brake cable
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 12 October, 2009, 09:53:07 pm
I'm trying to visualise that lower pedal at its lowest point. Is there much clearance between pedal and road?

I'm not sure I'd like to take a corner at speed if it's fixed gear  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 October, 2009, 11:55:32 pm
It's no good. I'm gonna have to get another Falcon!

Who's got a late 70s/early 80s 'Ernie' lying around? 23 or 23 1/2 inch would do . . . 700c wheels for preference.

Go on. I promise I'll look after it . . .

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 15 October, 2009, 06:20:25 pm
My new commuter
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2445/4013989901_e0b35b230e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/41067693@N08/4013989901/sizes/o/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 October, 2009, 08:18:49 pm
Hartlepool colours too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 15 October, 2009, 11:26:41 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 15 October, 2009, 06:20:25 pm
My new commuter
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2445/4013989901_e0b35b230e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/41067693@N08/4013989901/sizes/o/)

Nice one Martin. I saw these frames and thought they looked nice. Now I've seen one built up - they do look good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 15 October, 2009, 11:38:13 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 15 October, 2009, 06:20:25 pm
My new commuter
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2445/4013989901_e0b35b230e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/41067693@N08/4013989901/sizes/o/)

Looks good, I have been running mine for 300 miles now, great frame for the money.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/DSCF6451.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?

EDIT: They seem a little long in the top tube for the specified size... would I be looking at a 52 instead of a 54/54 and a shorter stem?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pneumant on 16 October, 2009, 06:22:42 am
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 11 October, 2009, 10:03:31 am
Quote from: Pneumant on 09 October, 2009, 03:46:00 pm
My Raleigh Pro Race winter fixed on holiday in northern Scotland, Reynolds 501 and rides superbly  :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3433/3986023591_12ef6bc5aa.jpg)


Name the place: just above Burghead harbour

 :thumbsup:




Correct! mid August, have friends in New Elgin :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 16 October, 2009, 08:42:10 am
Quote from: MSeries on 15 October, 2009, 06:20:25 pm
My new commuter
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2445/4013989901_e0b35b230e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/41067693@N08/4013989901/sizes/o/)

It's another bl**** blue Ribble!

Welcome to the crowd - nice build.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 16 October, 2009, 08:58:56 am
Quote from: rdaviesb on 16 October, 2009, 08:42:10 am

It's another bl**** blue Ribble!

Welcome to the crowd - nice build.

It is, well kind of, made in the same place, and it has track ends. To ed o brain, like those bloody ribbles, it has a longer top tube so pay attention to all measurements not just the seat tue.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 October, 2009, 09:15:57 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?

EDIT: They seem a little long in the top tube for the specified size... would I be looking at a 52 instead of a 54/54 and a shorter stem?

I am 5 10 and mine is a 54 with a 54.5 top tube, I am running a 110mm stem fits fine.

Also worth remembering that yes it is in way a Ribble winter frame with track ends however the head tube is higher.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 16 October, 2009, 10:19:17 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 16 October, 2009, 09:15:57 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?

EDIT: They seem a little long in the top tube for the specified size... would I be looking at a 52 instead of a 54/54 and a shorter stem?

I am 5 10 and mine is a 54 with a 54.5 top tube, I am running a 110mm stem fits fine.

Also worth remembering that yes it is in way a Ribble winter frame with track ends however the head tube is higher.
I would actualy go up a size for myself and I am 5'10 as well, reach wise it looks entirely normal for it's size.

I have tried 54s and my knees are almost touching the bar ends, a spesh langster in a medium was the worst I tried, it was tiny and I felt hunched up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 16 October, 2009, 11:13:03 am
If I was in the market for a winter frame I'd definitely check out the Ribbles as they seem very good VFM. I just looked at the geometry, and to get the right size top tube for me I'd have to get a 46cm. I have 4 road frames within 3-4mm of that top tube length, and they're all 51cm! (I'm talking horizontal top tube, centre-centre here.)

 There's something seriously odd about that geometry if I'd have to get a frame 5cm smaller in seat-tube, and I thought my frames were slightly longer in top-tube than normal for their size.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 16 October, 2009, 11:26:11 am

I suspect it may be a "sportive" thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 October, 2009, 11:45:45 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 16 October, 2009, 11:13:03 am
If I was in the market for a winter frame I'd definitely check out the Ribbles as they seem very good VFM. I just looked at the geometry, and to get the right size top tube for me I'd have to get a 46cm. I have 4 road frames within 3-4mm of that top tube length, and they're all 51cm! (I'm talking horizontal top tube, centre-centre here.)

 There's something seriously odd about that geometry if I'd have to get a frame 5cm smaller in seat-tube, and I thought my frames were slightly longer in top-tube than normal for their size.

The Dolan FXE looks like the Ribble winter frame but is different geometry, the ribble frame is odd sizes to me.

The 54cm FXE has a 55tt, 54st, 14ht, 991wb, Angles are 75.0 and 75.0

Terry Dolan (http://www.dolan-bikes.co.uk/fxe.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 16 October, 2009, 12:15:15 pm
Looking at the Dolan Preffiso (nearest equivalent to my winter frame), the same size c-t seat tube would give me 1.5cm more in the top-tube! Maybe the smaller frame sizes have these quirks exaggerated? It just shows you shouldn't buy a frame without getting the tape measure out and studying the geometry tables.

 I've based my frame-fit experience on a 15-year old Graham Weigh frame, realising it had a longer top-tube than expected which I could stretch out my long torso (for my height) on - 53.5cm on a 51cm (c/c) seat tube. And who built frames for Graham Weigh in the mid 90s? Terry Dolan, apparently!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 16 October, 2009, 01:01:57 pm
Sportive thing?
Dont understand as Planet X claim that their sportive frames have a shorter top tube for comfort? (Ti Sportive for £799 - get 'em while u can!).
Nothing beats a tape measure........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 October, 2009, 01:52:00 pm
Quote from: LEE on 07 September, 2009, 10:50:33 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 April, 2009, 12:26:54 pm
The story of my British Eagle Touristique (BET) rennovation (for Fab Foodie, started on another thread and linked to this)

Bought, Harry Hall cycles in 1986 (by me) £285.

Used as a commuter, short runs, a few 50 mile charity rides and, eventualy, in 2002 on a LEJoG trip.

LEJoG got me interested in Long Distance and, after a few social rides I decided that it was worn out and invested in a Thorn Raven Tour in 2006.

The BET was hung up for 2 years and never ridden.

The Thorn got me around several Audax rides including my Super Randonneur last year but I started hankering for something a bit more sprightly.  After looking long and hard at the Thorn Audax and their MK3 I figured that I may have the perfect bike hanging up in the garage.

I stripped the bike, put the bits in a bucket of white spirit and sent the frame to Mercian Cycles with a design suggestion I did on Photoshop (and was vetted by members of the forum, ACF forum possibly).  The scheme was influenced by Richard Wareham's bike I saw on a few Audaxes.

Mercian fitted new braze-ons for cantis (that would fit 700c wheels), did the respray, lug-lined it (beautifully), new 531 transfers, lettering and stencilling plus a new headset.

When it came back after a few weeks I took the mechs out of the white spirit and rebuilt it.

I can't be happier with the re-spray, it's nicer than I imagined and much redder than any photo can recreate I think.

It's quicker than the Raven and quite lively.  It's not going to win any TTs but I think it should get me another Super Randonneur this year and I hope to use it on PBP.

Here it is in 2002 LEJoG guise.  Loch Lomond (I mistakenly thought that, because I was now in Scotland, I must be nearly there)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LEJoG/emaillejog_lomond.jpg?t=1239189028)

Here is is just before I stripped it and sent it to Mercian.  I think it looked tired after 22 years.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BritEagleorig.jpg?t=1239189173)

Here's my Photoshop design for the respray
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/MercianPaint4-1.jpg?t=1239189375)

Here's what I sent them (wheels removed)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/restoration2.jpg?t=1239189703)

Here's what they sent back
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/BE1.jpg?t=1239189458)

And here's the finished article (it now has black bar tape as per original design)
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6624.jpg?t=1239189536)

I had them immortalise it's 1986 birthday
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/BE%20Rennovation/IMG_6626.jpg?t=1239189636)


I'm not even going to discuss what it cost me to rennovate but it wasn't so different to the original cost of the bike (I took a lot of Mercian options and £20 here, £15 there soon adds up to a lot).  It certainly didn't cost me as much as an equivalent new bike and part of the pleasure is keeping my old bike going and using it for it's intended purpose, covering lots of miles in comfort and at a decent speed.

Probably more info than Fab Foodie wanted but he has one hanging in his shed and I think the BET frameset has a reputation good enough to warrant keeping them going.

All good things come to an end I suppose.  I just wish it had done this before I spent all that money on it.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken1.jpg)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETBroken2.jpg)

Lunchtime, this afternoon, paid a visit to local Tip. (I needed to make some room in Garage for new arrival)

So long.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETSkip.jpg?t=1255697156)

I guess this concludes the British Eagle chapter.  I'm off to Condor tomorrow, to collect my new Fratello.

The Ribble build, using the old components from the BE, is a real success.  I'm really pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 16 October, 2009, 03:23:35 pm
Quote from: LEE on 16 October, 2009, 01:52:00 pm
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/BETSkip.jpg?t=1255697156)

That is such a sad sight. RIP.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Salvatore on 16 October, 2009, 03:57:39 pm
Very sad. RIP LEE's bike.

My old Holdsworth Mistral (1981 - 1989)* only lasted 8 years, but for that time it was my commuter, weekend bike, tourer in the Western Highlands, Germany and all over Ireland, and I rode my first 400s and 600 on it. It met a similar fate to LEE's when I moved house in 1994, but I couldn't bear to see it go completely, so I saved a bit for posterity. I've still got it.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3495/4016269649_f1041b82f8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnspooner/4016269649/)

* I know it was 1981 because I built the bike up on the Sunday afternoon of the Edgbaston test (Australia 121 all out, I. T. Botham 5 for 11), and I know it met its demise in 1989 because when I found the terminal crack in the frame I had to press a different less suitable bike into service for my first crack at the  Chepstow-Anglesey-Chepstow (as the BCM was known) and then the LEL.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 16 October, 2009, 04:15:20 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 16 October, 2009, 12:15:15 pm
And who built frames for Graham Weigh in the mid 90s? Terry Dolan, apparently!
I bought my Dolan from GrahamWeighCycles despite it saying Ribblecycles on the chainstay. Way back when, when bikes were steel, Ribble used to sell Graham Weigh branded bikes.

But anyway, just rode my new bike into the city, down hill and up, it's fine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 October, 2009, 04:48:18 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 16 October, 2009, 04:15:20 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 16 October, 2009, 12:15:15 pm
And who built frames for Graham Weigh in the mid 90s? Terry Dolan, apparently!
I bought my Dolan from GrahamWeighCycles despite it saying Ribblecycles on the chainstay. Way back when, when bikes were steel, Ribble used to sell Graham Weigh branded bikes.

But anyway, just rode my new bike into the city, down hill and up, it's fine.

Mine was also from GrahamWeighCycles (ebay), I have heard that Terry Dolan has fallen out with Ribble cycles hence why the lastest batch has Terry Dolan stickers on the chainstay over the top of the Ribble ones.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 16 October, 2009, 10:02:23 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 12 October, 2009, 09:53:07 pm
I'm trying to visualise that lower pedal at its lowest point. Is there much clearance between pedal and road?

I'm not sure I'd like to take a corner at speed if it's fixed gear  :o

speed? who said anything about speed?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 October, 2009, 10:10:53 pm
At least with a carbon bike you can go for a (smoky, polluting) Viking funeral  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 October, 2009, 01:51:47 pm
No more bikes now.

I've got what I want and what I need.

Single-Speed / Fixed Orbit
Long-distance camping/ load-hauler - Thorn Raven Rohloff
Folder - Dahon 7 speed hub-gear
Utility bike - Converted Saracen MTB
MTB - GT
Winter "Trainer" (fast Audax bike) - Ribble

and now, my Audax bike

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor1email.jpg?t=1255783579)

Condor Fratello.
Shimano 105 Black spec.
Mavic Aksium wheelset

That's it.

Done
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 17 October, 2009, 02:27:42 pm
That's quite a number of bikes.
Excluding tandems and quad cycles, that's two more then me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 17 October, 2009, 05:54:38 pm

Quote from: mike on 10 October, 2009, 06:03:07 pm
it's appeared on the thread before, but not in my garden..
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/IMG_2832.jpg)

thanks for letting me buy it, Blah!!  

I was riding along and caught myself gawping at a Moulton, then suddenly it struck me - "hey that's Mike's Moulton", with you attached, obviously. Thanks for the go on it. As I said, what a lovely ride. The suspension felt brilliant, and it seemed to fly along.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm
Quote from: LEE on 17 October, 2009, 01:51:47 pm
No more bikes now.

I've got what I want and what I need.

Single-Speed / Fixed Orbit
Long-distance camping/ load-hauler - Thorn Raven Rohloff
Folder - Dahon 7 speed hub-gear
Utility bike - Converted Saracen MTB
MTB - GT
Winter "Trainer" (fast Audax bike) - Ribble

and now, my Audax bike

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor1email.jpg?t=1255783579)

Condor Fratello.
Shimano 105 Black spec.
Mavic Aksium wheelset

That's it.

Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 17 October, 2009, 09:23:09 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm


Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?
[/quote]

LOL but, pot, kettle ?  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 October, 2009, 09:57:15 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm
Quote from: LEE on 17 October, 2009, 01:51:47 pm
No more bikes now.

I've got what I want and what I need.

Single-Speed / Fixed Orbit
Long-distance camping/ load-hauler - Thorn Raven Rohloff
Folder - Dahon 7 speed hub-gear
Utility bike - Converted Saracen MTB
MTB - GT
Winter "Trainer" (fast Audax bike) - Ribble

and now, my Audax bike

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor1email.jpg?t=1255783579)

Condor Fratello.
Shimano 105 Black spec.
Mavic Aksium wheelset

That's it.

Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?

Grub, you know the answer to that.

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 17 October, 2009, 10:20:51 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?
It rides very well. Did about 65 miles today in near perfect condition. Doesn't feel like a cheap bike. perhaps it was the condition or my long rest (I would have thought I'd lost some fitness) but it was easier to pedal than it's predecessor, felt like a smaller gear though it isn't.  I'm well pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 18 October, 2009, 10:41:22 am
Quote from: MSeries on 17 October, 2009, 10:20:51 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?
It rides very well. Did about 65 miles today in near perfect condition. Doesn't feel like a cheap bike. perhaps it was the condition or my long rest (I would have thought I'd lost some fitness) but it was easier to pedal than it's predecessor, felt like a smaller gear though it isn't.  I'm well pleased with it.

How much does it weigh?


I'm wondering about this as a possible cyclescheme bike.. if I can get one from somewhere on the cyclescheme.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 18 October, 2009, 11:17:43 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 17 October, 2009, 09:23:09 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm


Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?

LOL but, pot, kettle ?  ;)


[/quote]

I have been rumbled  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 18 October, 2009, 05:13:27 pm
The new tourer (thanks Mike!) soaking up some October sunshine:
(http://www.derkholm.net/peregrine1.jpg)
It will probably acquire some front luggage-carrying capacity at some point, but maybe not 'til next spring now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 18 October, 2009, 05:29:39 pm
What's going on with that rack. It's top heavy surely ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Really Ancien on 18 October, 2009, 05:33:11 pm
The rear disc caliper mount probably prevents it being mounted lower, looks like a bit of a bodge.

Damon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 18 October, 2009, 05:36:06 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 18 October, 2009, 05:29:39 pm
What's going on with that rack. It's top heavy surely ?

It was the one I had!  And the braze-ons are a little higher up the seat stays than on some other frames.  Perhaps it's riding slightly high, but it's not a problem to ride, and it's attached securely.  Photographing it with the rack-pack but no panniers probably exaggerates things a bit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 18 October, 2009, 05:40:36 pm
I see the eyelets higher up and perhaps they are to clear the disc mounts. If it was mine, I'd see about a custom/shorter rack before I used it with loaded panniers or something heavy on top (I wouldn't use panniers and anything heavy on top).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 18 October, 2009, 05:47:16 pm
Quote from: dasmoth on 18 October, 2009, 05:13:27 pm

(http://www.derkholm.net/peregrine1.jpg)


Lovely pic too  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 18 October, 2009, 05:53:11 pm
I har' mainly been a-fettlin' this weekend.  Having been on commuting duties for some considerable time, Rosie (Julian's Thorn Brevet) was in dire need of a complete strip-down, service and rebuild.  She's had new front and rear mechs, inner/outer cables, bar tape and chain, as well as the clean of her life:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0571.jpg)

Whilst I was down at the SEEKRIT BUNKER, I also spent a little time finishing off her Dolan fixie, Ollie.  He's now sporting some carbon forks and a new back wheel (On-One hub on a Chrina rim).  At the moment, he's running a borrowed front wheel until I can build up a suitable one to match the rear.  But very pimpy, nonetheless:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/IMGP0570.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 19 October, 2009, 09:54:03 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 October, 2009, 10:41:22 am
Quote from: MSeries on 17 October, 2009, 10:20:51 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?
It rides very well. Did about 65 miles today in near perfect condition. Doesn't feel like a cheap bike. perhaps it was the condition or my long rest (I would have thought I'd lost some fitness) but it was easier to pedal than it's predecessor, felt like a smaller gear though it isn't.  I'm well pleased with it.

How much does it weigh?


I'm wondering about this as a possible cyclescheme bike.. if I can get one from somewhere on the cyclescheme.
Don't know how much it weighs, sorry. I'm not a weight weenie
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 20 October, 2009, 12:05:47 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 October, 2009, 10:41:22 am
Quote from: MSeries on 17 October, 2009, 10:20:51 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 16 October, 2009, 01:17:30 am
So what do they ride like?
It rides very well. Did about 65 miles today in near perfect condition. Doesn't feel like a cheap bike. perhaps it was the condition or my long rest (I would have thought I'd lost some fitness) but it was easier to pedal than it's predecessor, felt like a smaller gear though it isn't.  I'm well pleased with it.

How much does it weigh?


I'm wondering about this as a possible cyclescheme bike.. if I can get one from somewhere on the cyclescheme.

Mine is around 21lbs with mudguards and pedals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 October, 2009, 02:12:29 pm
Quote from: Grub on 18 October, 2009, 11:17:43 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 17 October, 2009, 09:23:09 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm


Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?

LOL but, pot, kettle ?  ;)



I have been rumbled  ;D ;D
[/quote]

As is the way with me and Grub, why post just one photo when you have several?

I'll start a review thread for the Fratello shortly but for now, here are the photos of it's first lunchtime-loop, the first of many.

I rode it first on Monday, the day after a hilly 200km ride.  I was sore and knackered and the Condor felt like a cast-iron bedstead.  Today I felt recovered and as a result the Condor felt bloody superb.  Very smooth, very slick, neutral handling and extremely comfy (another B17 Champion).

I also think it looks gorgeous in grey.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor2640.jpg?t=1256217010)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor1a640.jpg?t=1256217050)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor3640.jpg?t=1256217087)

I also consider myself very lucky to be able to ride around here in my lunch hour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 22 October, 2009, 08:41:52 pm
That does look very very nice.  Very nice.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 October, 2009, 08:48:05 pm
Quote from: LEE on 22 October, 2009, 02:12:29 pm
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor3640.jpg?t=1256217087)

I agree: very very nice, LEE  :) Have many good miles on it. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 22 October, 2009, 08:53:31 pm
Quote from: LEE on 22 October, 2009, 02:12:29 pm
I also consider myself very lucky to be able to ride around here in my lunch hour.

I know those roads pretty well, and have to agree!  Makes me want to take a bike next time I visit my parents...

And yes, the gray Fratello is stunning.  But you already knew that  :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr endon on 22 October, 2009, 08:58:26 pm
One thing I hate on close clearance Audax bikes are brakes of limited drop crimping the perfect arc of the guards. You seem to have got away with it on that there Fratello, so which brakes are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 22 October, 2009, 09:02:18 pm
Seconded.  Mine only do it very slightly but it is still annoying.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 October, 2009, 10:34:23 pm
Quote from: mr endon on 22 October, 2009, 08:58:26 pm
One thing I hate on close clearance Audax bikes are brakes of limited drop crimping the perfect arc of the guards

Agreed. I do like the way LEE has those guards fitted: tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 22 October, 2009, 10:36:11 pm
Quote from: LEE on 22 October, 2009, 02:12:29 pm
Quote from: Grub on 18 October, 2009, 11:17:43 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 17 October, 2009, 09:23:09 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 October, 2009, 08:33:12 pm


Done

That looks good Lee.  Is that the only pic you have?

LOL but, pot, kettle ?  ;)



I have been rumbled  ;D ;D

As is the way with me and Grub, why post just one photo when you have several?

I'll start a review thread for the Fratello shortly but for now, here are the photos of it's first lunchtime-loop, the first of many.

I rode it first on Monday, the day after a hilly 200km ride.  I was sore and knackered and the Condor felt like a cast-iron bedstead.  Today I felt recovered and as a result the Condor felt bloody superb.  Very smooth, very slick, neutral handling and extremely comfy (another B17 Champion).

I also think it looks gorgeous in grey.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor2640.jpg?t=1256217010)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor1a640.jpg?t=1256217050)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Condor3640.jpg?t=1256217087)

I also consider myself very lucky to be able to ride around here in my lunch hour.
[/quote]

 I know who to call on when I want that Test Valley bit of my 600km Audax route checked  :thumbsup: ;D
Nice bike too
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 October, 2009, 10:44:36 am
Quote from: mr endon on 22 October, 2009, 08:58:26 pm
One thing I hate on close clearance Audax bikes are brakes of limited drop crimping the perfect arc of the guards. You seem to have got away with it on that there Fratello, so which brakes are they?

Thanks all for nice comments.

The brakes are Condor branded but I suspect they are Shimano 105.

Forks are Deda Black Rain (take 28mm with guards) which means they must be deep-drop.

Tyres are 25mm Conti Ultra Skins.

Guards were indeed a nice fit, a little too close initially.  They tended to buzz the tyre walls over bumpy surfaces, so what you are looking at are slightly adjusted guards.  Previsouly it was hard to tell it had guards at all.

A few years ago I saw a battleship-grey LeMond road bike with banding. I thought it was stunning.  I think that bike has been in my subconcious ever since, only to come to the surface when I walked into the Condor showroom (not a place to go innocently browsing if you are holding a credit card) and saw another grey bike with banding.

Let me just warn you again though.  Never go browsing in Condor with a credit card or any form of ID that may allow you to place a deposit on anything.

They are one of the few bike shops I've ever seen that actually has really desirable stuff at every turn.

Oh look, a rack of Jackets...GORE...RAPHA...ASSOS. Must resist..must resist... Must wait for Bike items in LIDL...Must wait for Bike items in LIDL

And never go downstairs to the bike showroom.  That would be asking for trouble.  I did and before I knew it I was sat on their bike-fitting jig.

I had my credit card with me as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 October, 2009, 10:46:49 am
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 22 October, 2009, 10:36:11 pm
I know who to call on when I want that Test Valley bit of my 600km Audax route checked  :thumbsup: ;D
Nice bike too

Feel free to ask.  Would be happy to help and looking for any excuse to ride local roads
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 23 October, 2009, 10:50:18 am
Quote from: LEE on 23 October, 2009, 10:44:36 am
The brakes are Condor branded but I suspect they are Shimano 105.

My Condor branded brakes on the Tempo (2.5 years old now) are Tektro.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 23 October, 2009, 12:17:52 pm
I'd have guessed they'd be deep drop anyway, no?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 October, 2009, 01:45:55 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 October, 2009, 12:17:52 pm
I'd have guessed they'd be deep drop anyway, no?

My Ribble came with very similar Deda BlackStorm forks which take shallow-drop. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 24 October, 2009, 04:02:29 pm
Quote from: LEE on 23 October, 2009, 10:46:49 am
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 22 October, 2009, 10:36:11 pm
I know who to call on when I want that Test Valley bit of my 600km Audax route checked  :thumbsup: ;D
Nice bike too

Feel free to ask.  Would be happy to help and looking for any excuse to ride local roads

 :thumbsup: I shall pm my e-mail too you and then send you a copy of the route sheet once I re write it for next year.
 Cheers
 Steve
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm
A couple of rubbish foties of my (IMHO) rather tasty new bike, just finished building it this afternoon.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2772/4047453530_9680f2f3eb_o.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2793/4047453374_a682a338cc_o.jpg)

Pedals - thanks to Grub; Rear Mech - thanks to valkyrie; Saddle - clubmate Terry  :thumbsup:
I already had the wheels, Campag Proton, and tyres, Krylion of course, eh Grub?
The new stuff is mostly Campag Centaur, BB and Chainset are Stronglight Speedlight, Bars and Stem are Deda Zero 100.

Do I need to apologise for the total absence of Brooks, Carradice and Shimano?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 26 October, 2009, 06:35:47 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm

Do I need to apologise for the total absence of Brooks, Carradice and Shimano?  ;)

You forgot to mention mudguards and rack.  ;)
 
BTW, nice bike.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 26 October, 2009, 07:44:13 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 26 October, 2009, 06:35:47 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm

Do I need to apologise for the total absence of Brooks, Carradice and Shimano?  ;)

You forgot to mention mudguards and rack.  ;)
 
BTW, nice bike.  :thumbsup:


& sandals: do have a beard?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 October, 2009, 08:11:01 pm
How ironic I provide you with the tools to stay ahead of me   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 26 October, 2009, 08:32:44 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm
A couple of rubbish foties of my (IMHO) rather tasty new bike, just finished building it this afternoon.
Very nice Eck.

That's one long stem. Do you mind if I ask you what size is the bike and how tall you are?

I am only asking becase I am considering getting a longer stem as I reckon it's on the short side and I'd like to improve my position on my bike.

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 26 October, 2009, 09:04:20 pm
Quote from: nic on 26 October, 2009, 08:32:44 pm

That's one long stem. Do you mind if I ask you what size is the bike and how tall you are?

I am only asking becase I am considering getting a longer stem as I reckon it's on the short side and I'd like to improve my position on my bike.
Aye, it is long. 14cm!
I got it after trying out a couple of shorter stems, but a 14cm give me exactly the same reach as I have on my other bikes. The Kuota has a quite a short top tube, only 51cm. My other bikes are about 53cm top tube, with stems ranging from 11 to 12.5cm.

I'm only about 5'7" on a good day. All my bikes are similar in size: I have them at 70cm from BB to top of saddle and 56cm from tip of saddle to bars. I know I tend to favour a longer reach and a lower bars than most, but I've been comfortable with that set-up for many years. I've tried shorter reaches and higher bars, but it's never felt right.

I've not had the Kuota out on a proper ride yet, but first impressions are that it fits perfectly and it feels amazingly responsive.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fin on 26 October, 2009, 09:18:07 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm

very nice eck.  well worth sending mrs eck out to work   ;) 
guess she'll be continuing to work so you can justify its existence and prove its road worthiness.

pity the c**p weather and c**pier road conditions are almost upon us, I hope you don't have to wait until spring-time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 26 October, 2009, 09:18:19 pm
Does it ride ok with a long stem like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 26 October, 2009, 09:30:37 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 26 October, 2009, 09:18:19 pm
Does it ride ok with a long stem like that.
Like I said earlier:
Quote
... but first impressions are that it fits perfectly and it feels amazingly responsive.
So yes, so far so fantastic. It's not dramatically longer than other stems I'm used to. Maybe you'd notice a difference in handling if you went from a shorter 9 or 10cm stem to a long one but, no, I can't say I've noticed any problems, so far!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 26 October, 2009, 09:32:27 pm
Quote from: fin on 26 October, 2009, 09:18:07 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm
pity the c**p weather and c**pier road conditions are almost upon us, I hope you don't have to wait until spring-time.
No worries, fin, I've got Alli to hang it above the mantlepiece so we can both just sit and admire it until next spring.  O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 26 October, 2009, 10:00:38 pm
Halfords/Carrera so obviously a bit chav for these parts, but hey full carbon, DA/Ultegra drive, quite nice kit AND 550 quids with maybe 100 miles on the clock ain't bad in my modest book. Ebay IS your friend!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/CVRide11.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 October, 2009, 10:28:36 pm
Nice colour scheme too.  Would look ace with black rims though  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 26 October, 2009, 10:32:22 pm
Lovin' the two-tone on that :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 26 October, 2009, 11:11:41 pm
Very nice bikes, eck & oncemore...might finally get round to sticking up some pics of my Viner some time....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 27 October, 2009, 10:34:49 am
Quote from: Grub on 26 October, 2009, 10:28:36 pm
Nice colour scheme too.  Would look ace with black rims though  ;D

Colours not too bad - I don't like black bikes (especially expensive ones - I always feel cheated out of a trick paint/decal job!) but at least it's shiny and the white does give some contrast. And yes black (or white) wheels would look better but the point was an affordable carbon bike. Little sense in throwing money at it - for what will be very infrequent use!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 October, 2009, 11:18:10 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 27 October, 2009, 10:34:49 am
Quote from: Grub on 26 October, 2009, 10:28:36 pm
Nice colour scheme too.  Would look ace with black rims though  ;D

Colours not too bad - I don't like black bikes (especially expensive ones - I always feel cheated out of a trick paint/decal job!) but at least it's shiny and the white does give some contrast. And yes black (or white) wheels would look better but the point was an affordable carbon bike. Little sense in throwing money at it - for what will be very infrequent use!

No no, too true.  Don't throw money at it if you will not use it often.  I mean who on here thinks sensibly like that  ::-) ::-) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Really Ancien on 28 October, 2009, 12:51:31 am
Quote from: oncemore on 26 October, 2009, 10:00:38 pm
Halfords/Carrera so obviously a bit chav for these parts, but hey full carbon, DA/Ultegra drive, quite nice kit AND 550 quids with maybe 100 miles on the clock ain't bad in my modest book. Ebay IS your friend!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/CVRide11.jpg)

Why are all those sheep lined up against the fence on the far bank? Are they being fed root vegetables I wonder? But why? there seems to be plenty of grass.

Damon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 28 October, 2009, 10:41:48 am
'Cos the pub is on THIS side, obviously!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 28 October, 2009, 01:41:33 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 09:04:20 pm
Aye, it is long. 14cm! [...]
I'm only about 5'7" on a good day.
Same height. (short arse territory :-) ) but I use a shorter stem and I have been wondering it was a little bit too short. Will be trying a 10cm stem shortly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 28 October, 2009, 02:03:36 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm
A couple of rubbish foties of my (IMHO) rather tasty new bike, just finished building it this afternoon.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2772/4047453530_9680f2f3eb_o.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2793/4047453374_a682a338cc_o.jpg)

Pedals - thanks to Grub; Rear Mech - thanks to valkyrie; Saddle - clubmate Terry  :thumbsup:
I already had the wheels, Campag Proton, and tyres, Krylion of course, eh Grub?
The new stuff is mostly Campag Centaur, BB and Chainset are Stronglight Speedlight, Bars and Stem are Deda Zero 100.

Do I need to apologise for the total absence of Brooks, Carradice and Shimano?  ;)



Not in the least

Or steel ,and I assume sandals beard and not having an  abacus on the handlebars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 October, 2009, 10:20:15 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 October, 2009, 06:26:50 pm
A couple of rubbish foties of my (IMHO) rather tasty new bike, just finished building it this afternoon.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2772/4047453530_9680f2f3eb_o.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2793/4047453374_a682a338cc_o.jpg)

Pedals - thanks to Grub; Rear Mech - thanks to valkyrie; Saddle - clubmate Terry  :thumbsup:
I already had the wheels, Campag Proton, and tyres, Krylion of course, eh Grub?
The new stuff is mostly Campag Centaur, BB and Chainset are Stronglight Speedlight, Bars and Stem are Deda Zero 100.

Do I need to apologise for the total absence of Brooks, Carradice and Shimano?  ;)

Nice build Eck - it's quite unusual to see all the cables and the chain exactly the right length.  Once you've got the saddle sorted out, you can award yourself a golden wrench!   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 28 October, 2009, 11:11:48 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 28 October, 2009, 10:20:15 pm
Nice build Eck - it's quite unusual to see all the cables and the chain exactly the right length.  Once you've got the saddle sorted out, you can award yourself a golden wrench!   :)
Aw, thanks. But you don't like the saddle?  ???
I did have  a plain black Flite, but I thought the white saddle, combined with the bar tape, brought it all together rather nicely. And it is really comfortable.

You can't get a white Brooks, can you?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 29 October, 2009, 09:08:38 am
But that bar tape will not be white for much longer (if you ride the bike)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 29 October, 2009, 09:30:21 am
Quote from: MSeries on 29 October, 2009, 09:08:38 am
But that bar tape will not be white for much longer (if you ride the bike)
::-)
Oh dearie me, what ever will I do?  :-\

Ok, not prisitine, but this tape has been on here for at least a couple of years and, yes, I have ridden it, lots.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3539/3390045437_1a4f96f193.jpg?v=0)

As for the new bike, well, I do indeed plan to ride it from time to time.
If the tape gets dirty, well, maybe I could clean it.
Or even go as far as replacing it eventually.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 29 October, 2009, 10:05:34 am
Quote from: MSeries on 29 October, 2009, 09:08:38 am
But that bar tape will not be white for much longer (if you ride the bike)


Anyway Mr Series shouldnt you have some new bike type photos to show off . ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 29 October, 2009, 10:06:50 am
Quote from: onb on 29 October, 2009, 10:05:34 am
Quote from: MSeries on 29 October, 2009, 09:08:38 am
But that bar tape will not be white for much longer (if you ride the bike)


Anyway Mr Series shouldnt you have some new bike type photos to show off . ???

Members' bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg448255#msg448255)

Need to take some more, some 'arty' ones, posed in front of water, for FGG.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: anth on 29 October, 2009, 11:32:32 pm
Ready for the dark nights

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3024/4057042348_a6c5a5a3a9.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 30 October, 2009, 06:09:52 am
Quote from: anth on 29 October, 2009, 11:32:32 pm
Ready for the dark nights

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3024/4057042348_a6c5a5a3a9.jpg)

Is that Batman's bike then? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 October, 2009, 06:47:29 am
Quote from: anth on 29 October, 2009, 11:32:32 pm
Ready for the dark nights

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3024/4057042348_a6c5a5a3a9.jpg)

Excellent pic.  Nice one.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 October, 2009, 08:25:31 pm
Must be a terrible thing being run over by ones own bike....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 November, 2009, 07:29:42 pm
Quote from: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 07:16:38 pm
Since my other frame went kaput the other week, I bought this as a replacement.  Surprisingly, everything on it appears to be original (though I'm not sure about the brake pads or tyres).

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2625/4004812327_fc67b9e3dc.jpg)

The photo doesn't really do justice to the frame colour 8)

The transfer is (nearly) complete.  I've left the original tyres on for the mo' to keep that rugged look, and I'll be adding a front rack, a slightly taller, longer stem, and a couple of other bits.  I probably need to do something about the gearing, as the only top-pull front mech I had in the attic is a Deore mech, which doesn't work terribly well with the road shifters I use, so I'm reduced to a 42-30 double at the front. 

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2469/4065432984_22a8bfca34.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 November, 2009, 07:33:58 pm
What is the handling like with the drop bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 November, 2009, 07:37:38 pm
I took it for a short ride this affa, and it's quite nice.  It's hard to judge, as the headset needs replacing, but it felt smooth and steady, which is what I want in a bike I'll use for loaded touring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 01 November, 2009, 08:18:00 pm
Reminds me of a conversion C+ did many,many moons ago with an ATB to a road tourer using a Marin or a Kona IIRC.
It's looking good Deano.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 November, 2009, 08:28:42 pm
Quote from: Deano on 01 November, 2009, 07:29:42 pm
Quote from: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 07:16:38 pm
Since my other frame went kaput the other week, I bought this as a replacement.  Surprisingly, everything on it appears to be original (though I'm not sure about the brake pads or tyres).

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2625/4004812327_fc67b9e3dc.jpg)

The photo doesn't really do justice to the frame colour 8)

The transfer is (nearly) complete.  I've left the original tyres on for the mo' to keep that rugged look, and I'll be adding a front rack, a slightly taller, longer stem, and a couple of other bits.  I probably need to do something about the gearing, as the only top-pull front mech I had in the attic is a Deore mech, which doesn't work terribly well with the road shifters I use, so I'm reduced to a 42-30 double at the front.  

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2469/4065432984_22a8bfca34.jpg)


That looks really nice.

I'm contemplating the move to drop bars on my old MTB conversion.  I've never really got on with the flat bars.  Maybe I'll swap an old pair of drops in for a while and see how it handles.

Before

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Saracen006.jpg?t=1257107002)

Now

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/Saracen1.jpg?t=1257107253)

Any suggestions for cheap 7-speed (& Triple) shifters?

(I suppose it could be viable to use the MTB trigger shifters on the bar tops, they are separate from the brake lever).  Anyone done such a thing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 01 November, 2009, 09:38:42 pm
bar cons like Deano has or band on DT levers. You could always use friction mode then the 'speed' isn't a problem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 November, 2009, 09:42:01 pm
Bar ends are great. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 02 November, 2009, 08:20:32 pm
Quote from: Deano on 01 November, 2009, 07:29:42 pm
Quote from: Deano on 12 October, 2009, 07:16:38 pm
Since my other frame went kaput the other week, I bought this as a replacement.  Surprisingly, everything on it appears to be original (though I'm not sure about the brake pads or tyres).

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2625/4004812327_fc67b9e3dc.jpg)

The photo doesn't really do justice to the frame colour 8)

The transfer is (nearly) complete.  I've left the original tyres on for the mo' to keep that rugged look, and I'll be adding a front rack, a slightly taller, longer stem, and a couple of other bits.  I probably need to do something about the gearing, as the only top-pull front mech I had in the attic is a Deore mech, which doesn't work terribly well with the road shifters I use, so I'm reduced to a 42-30 double at the front. 

                                               (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2469/4065432984_22a8bfca34.jpg)


 :'( What had that bike ever done to you to deserve that?

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 November, 2009, 09:14:50 am
I think it looks good (but I would say that).

Not sure what frame Deano used but it looks very similar to my 1995 Saracen Cro-Mo.

Old, rigid, MTBs of that vintage don't really make very good MTBs.  The wheelbase is usually very long, the gear ratios too high (by modern standards) , the brakes are usually pretty poor and those beefy forks rattle your fillings out.  My budget GT hardtail (£170 in 2007) knocks spots off the Saracen (£325 in 1995 !!!) off road.

That long wheelbase does make them pretty good for rugged, comfy, loaded touring bikes though.  I'm really pleased with the road manners of mine and I'm sure deano will like his equally.

I replaced the crappy cantis with Deore V-Brakes/Levers I had in my box-o-bits
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 03 November, 2009, 05:10:29 pm
It's an Orange Oakley Clockwork cro-mo frame.  I bought it to replace a similar frame when that suffered a (probably) terminal failure. 

The advantages of MTBs of that era are that they're pretty strong, pretty light, come with big clearances for mudguards and tyres, have braze-ons for racks and guards, and nowadays they're pretty cheap (though becoming less so).  To buy something similar off the shelf would cost muchos dineros, so they're perfect for converting into go-anywhere tourers.  With some slick tyres it's a nice ride on the road, too.

The bar ends are brilliant set to friction, and they were a bargain (I swapped them for a dying DVD player).  I've routed the cables up to the stem; I always think it looks awful to have them splayed out from the hook of the drops, and I'd worry about catching them on passing obstacles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alan on 03 November, 2009, 06:13:08 pm
Quote from: Deano on 03 November, 2009, 05:10:29 pm
 

The advantages of MTBs of that era are that they're pretty strong, pretty light, come with big clearances for mudguards and tyres, have braze-ons for racks and guards, and nowadays they're pretty cheap (though becoming less so).

I have a 1994 vintage Cannondale M800 mtb which needs only drops & appropriate brakes fitting to complete the conversion to road/touring duties.In fact I used it for a weekend cycle-camping to Cannock Chase a few times.It has front & rear pannier racks,full mudgaurds & 28mm slicks.
I did consider using it to do E2E if I decided to use tent etc. but the charms of B&B's prevailed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2009, 01:38:57 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/knobblyclaud1.jpg)

Here is Claud looking ruggedly handsome in winter plumage.  Since it looks like I will be riding more bridleways  :thumbsup:  in the foreseeable future (like tonight!) I thought I would put his narrow nobblies back on (Schwalbe Sport CX Pro 26x1.25) in place of his Marathon Plus boots which don't have the same grip.

As I have said many times before, I love this bike.  There isn't much he can't do which includes going up and down Mont Ventoux this summer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 05 November, 2009, 08:13:17 pm
(http://www.oakden.eclipse.co.uk/mark/bike/yacf/pics/globe.jpg)

My commute/leisure/shopping/utility/hack/winter bike, a 2007 Spesh Globe City 6.1, now back on the road after needing a new rear wheel (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=25321.0).

It now has a nice shiny 36h Rigida Sputnik on LX hub rear wheel (and a pair of brand new Marathon+ 28s (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=25864.0) to replace it's tired Specialized Nimbus 38cs).  I also re-fitted the rear mudguard now that Trailgator outings are less likely (The mudguard isn't actually the problem - it's the rack which needs to be removed, for the trailgator clearance - unfortunately Specialised chose not to include stays on the rear mudguard, and attach it to the rack instead).

I keep toying with the idea of doing a drop bar conversion, but am waiting for the necessary bits to come up cheap (Probably use bar end shifters, and a pair of those Dia Compe 287V levers, unless I manage to snap up some 27 speed Shimano STIs on the cheap, in which case, I guess I'll need Cantis or travel agents).  I do keep wavering though and thinking about the reduced hassle of just putting on some bar ends for some variety in hand positions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 November, 2009, 08:34:12 pm
That looks like a really really neat bike.
What is the weight like?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 05 November, 2009, 09:13:26 pm
Quote from: Grub on 05 November, 2009, 08:34:12 pm
That looks like a really really neat bike.
What is the weight like?

It's not a terribly light bike. 

As photographed there, (including the M+ tyres, and the hefty red lump of steel that the trailgator attaches to, but without the two giant locks attached) it's 14.5 kg.

I do like it though - it's always felt sturdy and surefooted, and came with hub dynamo (Shimano), lights, rack and mudguards included.

EDIT:  I should add that it's still my fastest bike. (At least in terms of peak velocity -- 47.3mph down a big hill near Pateley Bridge -- it averages about 2mph slower than my road bike though :))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 06 November, 2009, 11:21:17 am
My new(ish) Viner Magnifica- about a year old now, bought off eBay in August. Khamsins now replaced by Fulcrum 5s, due to an argument with a cattle grid later the same day I took this picture.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2730/4080317364_d9cded1e7b_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 06 November, 2009, 11:47:01 am
And as it is now......
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2605/4080348654_5df3a8868c_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 07 November, 2009, 11:55:18 pm
Carried out a few changes to the dolan this afternoon.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/dolan2222.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 08 November, 2009, 12:12:11 am
The chain... :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 08 November, 2009, 09:44:38 am
Quote from: Zoidburg on 08 November, 2009, 12:12:11 am
The chain... :o

Its new but why were you  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 08 November, 2009, 12:52:38 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 08 November, 2009, 09:44:38 am
Quote from: Zoidburg on 08 November, 2009, 12:12:11 am
The chain... :o

Its new but why were you  :o

It's not slack  :o :o  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 08 November, 2009, 03:37:31 pm
Here is my Mercian Audax purchased secondhand via this forum in September (thanks Terry).

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/MercianAudax02-1.jpg)

Mixture of Campagnolo Chorus/Veloce drivetrain.
Shimano R650 brakes
Brooks Swift saddle
FSA K Wing compact bars and Easton stem (I know it is ugly but I couldn't find anything better for oversize bars and the K Wing is so comfortable)
Wheels are a bit of a hotchpotch of campag hubs (Mirage I think) and Open Sport rim on front and MA3 on rear shod with 28mm GP 4 Seasons . These are next on the list for upgrade when I can find some decent Campag hubs in silver.

This bike is just sooo comfortable and reasonably speedy (about 26kph moving average on rolling terrain i.e. eastern Scotland) despite its weight. I don't know how much it weighs but it is considerably heavier than my carbon race bike.

Here it is just prior to me puchasing it.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/MercianAudaxOriginal.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 November, 2009, 05:04:18 pm
Quote from: Maverick75 on 08 November, 2009, 03:37:31 pm
Here is my Mercian Audax purchased secondhand via this forum in September (thanks Terry).
This bike is just sooo comfortable and reasonably speedy (about 26kph moving average on rolling terrain i.e. eastern Scotland) despite its weight. I don't know how much it weighs but it is considerably heavier than my carbon race bike.
::-)
Aye, quite "reasonably speedy" enough, thankyouverymuch, IIRC from the Saltire 200 a couple of weeks ago. Will you be showing us how "Nippy" it is next Saturday?  ;)

Very nice build btw.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: innesh on 08 November, 2009, 05:19:08 pm
Ah, I can picture you now, Maverick75.

I was admiring your bike outside the garage in Selkirk on the Gala 200.  My winter bike is a similar colour -aye, very practical  ::-)

I was the strong weak silent type (who didn't speak to you), but I was riding an orange Dave Yates.  You passed me several times, I'm sure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 November, 2009, 05:33:11 pm
Quote from: innesh on 08 November, 2009, 05:19:08 pm
Ah, I can picture you now, Maverick75.
Aye, typical bloody cyclist, eh?  ::-)

Cyclist 1: "Do you know Jimmy McJimmy?"
Cyclist 2: "No, I don't think so. What kind of bike does he ride?"
Cyclist 1: "A <fill in bike of your choice>"
Cyclist 2: "Oh, him! Of course I know him, ridden with him for years. So that's his name, eh, fancy that, .... "  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 08 November, 2009, 06:01:19 pm
I used to ride with identical twins in the MC&AC, their bikes were the only way I could tell them apart
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 November, 2009, 06:08:06 pm
Charterhall, do you think people might have trouble telling us apart, seein' as how we both have magenta bikes?  :-\




No, perhaps not.  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 November, 2009, 06:24:07 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 08 November, 2009, 09:44:38 am
Quote from: Zoidburg on 08 November, 2009, 12:12:11 am
The chain... :o

Its new but why were you  :o

You mean you forgot cranberries too ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 November, 2009, 06:30:59 pm
It's pretty tight.  Not crab's arse-tight, but not Jordan-slack either.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 08 November, 2009, 06:47:41 pm
Quote from: eck on 08 November, 2009, 06:08:06 pm
Charterhall, do you think people might have trouble telling us apart, seein' as how we both have magenta bikes?  :-\




No, perhaps not.  :-[

I think your's is more flambouyant than mine  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 08 November, 2009, 09:15:25 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 08 November, 2009, 06:47:41 pm

I think your's is more flambouyant than mine  ;)

 You've just made a new word - congratulations! It means "flash, and floats."  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 08 November, 2009, 09:18:49 pm
So I have !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 08 November, 2009, 10:07:54 pm
Quote
Aye, quite "reasonably speedy" enough, thankyouverymuch, IIRC from the Saltire 200 a couple of weeks ago. Will you be showing us how "Nippy" it is next Saturday?  ;)

Very nice build btw.  :thumbsup:

IIRC I spent most of the Saltire 200 trying to hang on the back of the group  ::-). Yes, I'll be out for the 'Nippy' next weekend (as long as it is not a tropical downpour  :(  ) and thanks  :)

Quote
I was the strong weak silent type (who didn't speak to you), but I was riding an orange Dave Yates.  You passed me several times, I'm sure.

That was because I took an 'independent route' on at least 3 occasions on that ride  :-[  I have now puchased an up to date gps and spent the last couple of weeks learning how to use it. Hoping I'll stay on route a bit better now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alecstilleyedye on 08 November, 2009, 10:10:06 pm
(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/huw.ms/vintage_claud.JPG)
my most elegant looker, '62 claud butler track bike

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/huw.ms/winter_bike.JPG)
winter bike, now the proud owner of a black brooks

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/huw.ms/P1060206.JPG)
summer bike

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/huw.ms/P1060212.JPG)
hard-tailed mountain bike, doesn't get the same amount of attention as the others
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 09 November, 2009, 12:08:18 am
Having posted my audax bike here are rest of the stable.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/04072009015.jpg)
Orbea Onix - The summer 'best bike'.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Trek_X0.jpg)
Trek XO - 'cross bike, currently doing duty on the turbo trainer.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Litespeed_small.jpg)
Litespeed Occoee - Titanium hardtail mountain bike - the second lightest bike after the Orbea

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Maverick_02.jpg)
Maverick ML7/5 - full suspension mountain bike and the source of my username.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 09 November, 2009, 06:00:53 am
Now that is a stable that covers all most every aspect  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 09 November, 2009, 08:52:05 am
Quote from: Maverick75 on 09 November, 2009, 12:08:18 am
(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Maverick_02.jpg)
Maverick ML7/5 - full suspension mountain bike and the source of my username.

That's lovely.  Looks much better with the single crown forks. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 09 November, 2009, 10:20:38 am
Quote from: Chris N on 09 November, 2009, 08:52:05 am

That's lovely.  Looks much better with the single crown forks. :thumbsup:

Thank you, the bike with the biggest grin factor  ;D . However, the forks do have an alarming tendency to dive and wander when pushing hard (berms can be very exciting  :o ). I've been thinking about replacing them with some Fox Float 32 for a while.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 09 November, 2009, 10:45:09 am
Quote from: Maverick75 on 09 November, 2009, 12:08:18 am
rest of the stable.

And what a stable!  That full bouncer is an ell of a machine! but I'll take the Litespeed please.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 09 November, 2009, 12:46:46 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 08 November, 2009, 06:01:19 pm
I used to ride with identical twins in the MC&AC, their bikes were the only way I could tell them apart
How do you know they didn't swap bikes sometimes?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew w on 09 November, 2009, 11:31:22 pm
My new winter bike:

(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/IMG_0602.jpg)

It's an aluminium Trek Pilot, frame size 54cm.  Frame, forks and stem were courtesy of Gene Hunt of this forum, saddle from the classifieds on Cycle Chat, new front and rear mech and mudguards.  Everything else was from my extensive spares collection.

For an aluminium frame, it rides very smoothly.  It's early days yet, but so far I'm very pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 10 November, 2009, 11:07:25 am
Looking good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 14 November, 2009, 08:23:11 pm
Quote from: andrew w on 09 November, 2009, 11:31:22 pm
My new winter bike:

(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r89/flingelbunt/IMG_0602.jpg)

It's an aluminium Trek Pilot, frame size 54cm.  Frame, forks and stem were courtesy of Gene Hunt of this forum, saddle from the classifieds on Cycle Chat, new front and rear mech and mudguards.  Everything else was from my extensive spares collection.

For an aluminium frame, it rides very smoothly.  It's early days yet, but so far I'm very pleased with it.


(http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs017.snc3/12448_172391888398_770548398_2759324_5322739_n.jpg)

Almost snap. My Pilot set up for winter with Crud mudguards. My Pilots 3 years old now and is still a lovely bike to ride, comfortable to do miles on and as fast as many I ride with. Frame is so light as well. You will enjoy many happy miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 14 November, 2009, 09:05:41 pm
Don't quite understand how but I've suddenly got back to one for every day of the week...latest:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/BoTM4.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 14 November, 2009, 09:52:51 pm
What's the story? The bike looks very 80's, but brand new. Can't make out the brand/model either.

All the kit looks new too. Odd.

Finally, what does the graffiti say? I've been noticing some interesting (political) graffiti recently - the kind of stuff I haven't seen for 20+ years (like the bike), and I am just curious.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 15 November, 2009, 06:24:13 pm
Jamis Exile 1989/90. To all intents and purposes it IS new! Shimano 400LX and DiaCompe XCE. "Spectre" stem and saddle. "WonderBar Triple Splined" 'bars. Ritchey grips. Ritchey MegaBite tyres.

Claimed 50 miles from new (up until last Tuesday!) - which appears entirely credible.

Graffiti incls " The End Is Extremely F***ing Nigh", which I think has a nice sophisticated touch!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cpjmathieson on 15 November, 2009, 07:00:18 pm
My Ridgeback speed '08 Hybrid

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2658/4105948891_3d1964d70a_o.jpg)

My new road bike Fuji Newest 1.0 '09

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2755/4106716318_fba3e612bd_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 15 November, 2009, 07:32:52 pm
Quote from: Paul on 14 November, 2009, 09:52:51 pm
What's the story? The bike looks very 80's, but brand new. Can't make out the brand/model either.

All the kit looks new too. Odd.

Finally, what does the graffiti say? I've been noticing some interesting (political) graffiti recently - the kind of stuff I haven't seen for 20+ years (like the bike), and I am just curious.
We get retro MTBs like that donated to the recycling project, clean the dust and the greasy fudge off them and you realise it's an unused bike.

I call them "shame" bikes - people bought them back in the 80/90s when MTBs were the trendy new keep fit thing like jogging/yoga/spinning/boxercise etc etc

Then they give up on the keep fit kick after a month and the bike gets hidden in the shed along with the shame at having given up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 15 November, 2009, 09:23:23 pm
Like "exercise bikes" used as an expensive clothes horse.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 November, 2009, 09:58:56 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 15 November, 2009, 06:24:13 pm
Jamis Exile 1989/90. To all intents and purposes it IS new! Shimano 400LX and DiaCompe XCE. "Spectre" stem and saddle. "WonderBar Triple Splined" 'bars. Ritchey grips. Ritchey MegaBite tyres.

Claimed 50 miles from new (up until last Tuesday!) - which appears entirely credible.

Are they biopace rings?

What's it like to ride?
Quote from: oncemore on 15 November, 2009, 06:24:13 pm
Graffiti incls " The End Is Extremely F***ing Nigh", which I think has a nice sophisticated touch!

Nice one. I do wonder, though, that if I really thought that the end was extremely f***ing nigh, would I waste the time it would take to paint that somewhere, or would I just get on and do those things that I really wanted to do?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SandyV on 16 November, 2009, 07:43:14 am
VeloYellow's Ribble (on an Australian Audax 200 last Saturday).  This is the bike he rode on PBP2007.

(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/sandyvigar/BenWho141109Tingha1.jpg)


and his new Llewellyn which got its first major outing at LEL - this is at Eskdalemuir and yes, he is putting on sunscreen!  Force of habit or optimism?

(http://i787.photobucket.com/albums/yy155/sandyvigar/IMG00023.jpg)

Edit: I apologise for the inclusion of a person in the pictures!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 16 November, 2009, 08:06:39 am
I like the avant garde time-trial arrangement on the handlebars on the top pic.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SandyV on 16 November, 2009, 08:19:57 am
 :) oops - the remains of a bench seat - rural councils need more funding!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 16 November, 2009, 08:24:46 am
Tis the spring on the front that does it for me.  Could I get a carbon one ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SandyV on 16 November, 2009, 08:27:32 am
with or without cutout horse?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 16 November, 2009, 10:46:35 am
Quote from: Paul on 15 November, 2009, 09:58:56 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 15 November, 2009, 06:24:13 pm
Jamis Exile 1989/90. To all intents and purposes it IS new! Shimano 400LX and DiaCompe XCE. "Spectre" stem and saddle. "WonderBar Triple Splined" 'bars. Ritchey grips. Ritchey MegaBite tyres.

Claimed 50 miles from new (up until last Tuesday!) - which appears entirely credible.

Are they biopace rings?

What's it like to ride?
Quote from: oncemore on 15 November, 2009, 06:24:13 pm
Graffiti incls " The End Is Extremely F***ing Nigh", which I think has a nice sophisticated touch!

Nice one. I do wonder, though, that if I really thought that the end was extremely f***ing nigh, would I waste the time it would take to paint that somewhere, or would I just get on and do those things that I really wanted to do?

Yes, Biopace. It rides very nicely - a bit long in the top for me with the 145mm stem - swopped it for a 100 tho' I've not tried it yet.

The perfect spelling of the graffiti caught my attention!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 19 November, 2009, 11:40:21 pm
My tourer/commuter, here just about to go camping.(http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/Glasgow-Inverness001.jpg)

My new shopper, used for shopping, pottering, local trips - my second car. (http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/CampingShopperMountainBikingHalo-1.jpg)

My summer bike, just for playing.  (http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/WilierandMike032.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 November, 2009, 05:38:19 am
Which one is your favourite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: F2H on 22 November, 2009, 11:50:38 am
The 'Best' bike. Garibaldi because it's red and Italian.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0163.jpg[/img]

The Audax bike. Marco Polo because it's Italian and travels in the far east. If I still lived in wet and windy Wales, I'd opt for something more practical but the climate out here is somewhat kinder.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0164.jpg[/img]

The Touring bike. Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (hence my forum name) because the manufacturer named the model Emperor. I recently had it re-painted. Here it is in day-riding clothes.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0156.jpg[/img]

And again, dressed for a long weekend camping trip.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0074.jpg[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 09:17:06 pm
Quote from: F2H on 22 November, 2009, 11:50:38 am
The Touring bike. Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (hence my forum name) because the manufacturer named the model Emperor. I recently had it re-painted...
 
And again, dressed for a long weekend camping trip.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0074.jpg[/img]

I adore this bike. Can you type the manufacturer's name, please? I can't quite make it out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 22 November, 2009, 09:35:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 09:17:06 pm
I adore this bike. Can you type the manufacturer's name, please? I can't quite make it out.
It says Stupor Mundi, which I suspect is not the manufacturers name, but was added as part of the repainting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 22 November, 2009, 09:37:45 pm
Quote from: F2H on 22 November, 2009, 11:50:38 am
The Audax bike. Marco Polo because it's Italian and travels in the far east. If I still lived in wet and windy Wales, I'd opt for something more practical but the climate out here is somewhat kinder.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0164.jpg[/img]

The Touring bike. Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (hence my forum name) because the manufacturer named the model Emperor. I recently had it re-painted. Here it is in day-riding clothes.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0156.jpg[/img]
Those pictures make me feel nostalgia for Japan. I haven't been there since January. :(
But in my experience, Japan has plenty of wet & windy weather.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 22 November, 2009, 09:38:31 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 22 November, 2009, 09:35:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 09:17:06 pm
I adore this bike. Can you type the manufacturer's name, please? I can't quite make it out.
It says Stupor Mundi, which I suspect is not the manufacturers name, but was added as part of the repainting.

Stupor Mundi is a name used by contemporaries of Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (it means "wonder of the world").

See his Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_II,_Holy_Roman_Emperor) entry for more information.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 November, 2009, 10:06:25 pm
Garibaldi :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 10:23:03 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 09:17:06 pm
Quote from: F2H on 22 November, 2009, 11:50:38 am
The Touring bike. Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (hence my forum name) because the manufacturer named the model Emperor. I recently had it re-painted...
 
And again, dressed for a long weekend camping trip.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0074.jpg[/img]

I adore this bike. Can you type the manufacturer's name, please? I can't quite make it out.

Okay, if Stupor Mundi is an alias, who made the bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: F2H on 23 November, 2009, 01:59:13 am
Paul, thanks for the compliment. Bledlow is right, Stupor Mundi is part of the re-painting. The manufacturer is a Japanese company called Maruishi. Sadly, my LBS tells me that the bike is no longer in production, although, this site (http://www.cb-asahi.co.jp/image/03bike/maru/e-tm550h.html) still seems to have them. There are still a couple of places that make lovely looking, traditional touring bicycles in Japan. Toei is famous and another is Grand Bois (http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/index.htm).

TimO knows his history. I didn't think anyone would get it. I am impressed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 23 November, 2009, 09:01:29 am
Quote from: F2H on 22 November, 2009, 11:50:38 am
The Touring bike. Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (hence my forum name) because the manufacturer named the model Emperor. I recently had it re-painted...
 
And again, dressed for a long weekend camping trip.
[img height=480 width=640]http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/simonjp68/Bikes/IMG_0074.jpg[/img]

That Ostrich randonneur/front bag is lovely.  Much nicer than the Berthoud ones and cheaper too, I think.  I wish someone imported them into the UK.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 23 November, 2009, 09:23:34 am
That's a nice looking bike F2H :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 23 November, 2009, 10:54:49 am
Quote from: TimO on 22 November, 2009, 09:38:31 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 22 November, 2009, 09:35:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 November, 2009, 09:17:06 pm
I adore this bike. Can you type the manufacturer's name, please? I can't quite make it out.
It says Stupor Mundi, which I suspect is not the manufacturers name, but was added as part of the repainting.

Stupor Mundi is a name used by contemporaries of Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (it means "wonder of the world").
Exactly.  ;D That's why I assumed it was part of the repainting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 23 November, 2009, 10:58:14 am
Quote from: F2H on 23 November, 2009, 01:59:13 am
Toei is famous and another is Grand Bois (http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/index.htm).
Look lovely.

The Type M, I think, but with hub gears.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 November, 2009, 11:09:10 am
Quote from: clarion on 22 November, 2009, 10:06:25 pm
Garibaldi :thumbsup:

Trotts off to biscuit barrel.  Bugger, empty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 23 November, 2009, 08:10:56 pm
Quote from: Grub on 20 November, 2009, 05:38:19 am
Which one is your favourite?
The blue tourer, because I've had the best times of my life in its company  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 26 November, 2009, 10:22:00 pm
Taken in September, my ridgeback on a sunny day...

(http://sites.google.com/site/perpetualdancycling/_/rsrc/1259273597734/Home/pictures/high-over-small.jpg)
 (http://sites.google.com/site/perpetualdancycling/_/rsrc/1259273597734/Home/pictures/high-over.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2009, 01:37:00 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 October, 2009, 12:42:56 pm

   K-Edge Chain Catcher Only £26.99
 (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/K-Edge_Chain_Catcher/5360044389/)

Am I right in thinking this gadget will stop your chain from flying off when performing a particularly vicious down shift onto one's granny ring?

If that is the case I need one cos on Wednesday night said incident occurred and I was in leg spinning mode whilst trying to chase Hummers and Postie up a hill.  I nearly fell off which could have been embarrassing.

Next question.  Is there any reason why it wouldn't work on my road bike's triple (50/40/30)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 November, 2009, 06:41:28 pm
You can get much cheaper ones - dog fangs I think they are called.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 November, 2009, 06:56:31 pm
Yep - Deda Dog Fang (http://www.parker-international.co.uk/Search/deda-dog-fang/) I've fitted one on my Airborne Zeppelin*.  :thumbsup:
It will do the job fine as long as you have a straight (constant diameter) seat tube, but you might need to go for the K Edge if you have a carbon frame where the seat tube flares out towards the BB.
It won't matter about chainrings, just position it alongside the smallest one. *Mine is a 50/40/30 chainset too.
HTH
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2009, 07:29:02 pm
My front mech is a braze on. Would the Dog Fang work?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 November, 2009, 07:35:26 pm
I have a Dog Fang on the Yukon. The DF is mounted quite low on the seatpost (very roughly level with the teeth on the smallest ring). I think that should be low enough to fit well below a braze on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2009, 07:39:48 pm
Cool, I think we might need one for each of my machines.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 November, 2009, 10:22:10 pm
I don't think mine has ever come into play.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm
This was supposed to be a horizontal dropout replacement for the Frankendale and turned into a quest for the perfect commuting bike (OK, it doesn't have a rack, but I used to have one and found I get on better with a courier bag).

18" frame, WTF-were-they-thinking On-One geometry means I need a 410mm layback seatpost (it reaches to an inch under the top tube junction), a 30mm (!) stem, and oodles of headset spacers.  The top tube is 23.7" and the seat tube is actually about 16" although it's an 18" frame including the extension.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred1.jpg)

I got the Diabolus DH stem half price from an eBay seller in Portugal.  Don't look up the full price, you might scare yourself.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred2.jpg)

Is it a dinner plate?  Is it a frisbee?  No, it's a 205mm brake disc for drag-brake stupidity.  Note old-school steel QR tucked under the caliper so it can't come loose.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred3.jpg)

Fairly simple control layout.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred4.jpg)

It rides...well, beautifully, which is surprising given the weird geometry and the slightly short forks (the frame is recommended for 470mm sussers, these are 445mm rigid Project Twos).

Kit list: On-One Inbred Slot Dropout 18" frame, Kona Project Two fork, Race Face Diabolus stem, Syncros bars, Cannondale grips, X-Lite Stubbie bar ends, Hope M4 (original) hydraulic disc brake with Mini lever and 205mm disc (no.8 caliper), Cane Creek S6 headset, Hope 30.0mm seatclamp, Thomson Elite layback seatpost, Specialized BG Comp 143 saddle, Shimano 107mm UN54 BB, Sugino XD cranks, Surly 38T s/s chainring, KMC Z510 gold chain (the cheapest thing on the bike - a fiver!), E.A.I. 14T sprocket.  Wheels: rear Goldtec track hub, 36 DT Competition black spokes, Mavic XC717 disc rim, Schwalble Marathon Plus 26 x 1.35 and front Hope Pro II hub, same spokes, rim and tyre.  Accessories: Halfords full mudguards with lots of custom bracketry and Smart 1/2-watt rear light.  Hope Vision 1 front light not shown.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Theoldguy on 28 November, 2009, 06:52:11 pm
Quote from: perpetual dan on 26 November, 2009, 10:22:00 pm
Taken in September, my ridgeback on a sunny day...

(http://sites.google.com/site/perpetualdancycling/_/rsrc/1259273597734/Home/pictures/high-over-small.jpg)
 (http://sites.google.com/site/perpetualdancycling/_/rsrc/1259273597734/Home/pictures/high-over.jpg)

Nice Ridgeback Dan.  I got mine in October but since then have only been out a couple of times.  It feels fast after a couple of years on my steel Raleigh MTB so the Horizon is still being run in.You're obviously enjoying yours as much  as I plan to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 28 November, 2009, 07:23:11 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm
This was supposed to be a horizontal dropout replacement for the Frankendale and turned into a quest for the perfect commuting bike (OK, it doesn't have a rack, but I used to have one and found I get on better with a courier bag).


Very nice!

The 'High Vis' paint job is especially sensible :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 10:27:45 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 28 November, 2009, 07:23:11 pm
The 'High Vis' paint job is especially sensible :)
Grass verge green and tarmac black?  I thought so  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 29 November, 2009, 04:44:22 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 10:27:45 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 28 November, 2009, 07:23:11 pm
The 'High Vis' paint job is especially sensible :)
Grass verge green and tarmac black?  I thought so  ;)

Rather short stem!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 29 November, 2009, 05:39:33 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm

Fairly simple control layout.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred4.jpg)


Nice bars! Simplicity always looks good (as I tell myself every morning in the mirror  ;D).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 29 November, 2009, 10:57:46 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm

Is it a dinner plate?  Is it a frisbee?  No, it's a 205mm brake disc for drag-brake stupidity.  Note old-school steel QR tucked under the caliper so it can't come loose.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred3.jpg)

It rides...well, beautifully, which is surprising given the weird geometry and the slightly short forks (the frame is recommended for 470mm sussers, these are 445mm rigid Project Twos).

Kit list: On-One Inbred Slot Dropout 18" frame, Kona Project Two fork, Race Face Diabolus stem, Syncros bars, Cannondale grips, X-Lite Stubbie bar ends, Hope M4 (original) hydraulic disc brake with Mini lever and 205mm disc (no.8 caliper), Cane Creek S6 headset, Hope 30.0mm seatclamp, Thomson Elite layback seatpost, Specialized BG Comp 143 saddle, Shimano 107mm UN54 BB, Sugino XD cranks, Surly 38T s/s chainring, KMC Z510 gold chain (the cheapest thing on the bike - a fiver!), E.A.I. 14T sprocket.  Wheels: rear Goldtec track hub, 36 DT Competition black spokes, Mavic XC717 disc rim, Schwalble Marathon Plus 26 x 1.35 and front Hope Pro II hub, same spokes, rim and tyre.  Accessories: Halfords full mudguards with lots of custom bracketry and Smart 1/2-watt rear light.  Hope Vision 1 front light not shown.

Fab looking bike Roger.
One word of warning (from recent experience)- check that the fork is warranted for 205mm rotors. The Enigma fork on my Engima apparently wasn't. It has broken at a weld where the steerer is joined to the fork.
Just saying  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 30 November, 2009, 09:37:03 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm
Is it a dinner plate?  Is it a frisbee?  No, it's a 205mm brake disc for drag-brake stupidity.  Note old-school steel QR tucked under the caliper so it can't come loose.

I'm running a 160mm cable BB7 on the front of my roadrat (until recently without a rear brake). I've not had any fade problems using it as an (occasional) drag brake, although the hills round here are more the short and sharp type. You must have some very long hills round your gaff (or perhaps not be comfortable at high cadence for very long?).

I also use a quick release without any problems, although if you believe the science it's because Cotic forks have the disc on the right hand side.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 30 November, 2009, 09:47:23 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 29 November, 2009, 10:57:46 pm



One word of warning (from recent experience)- check that the fork is warranted for 205mm rotors. The Enigma fork on my Engima apparently wasn't. It has broken at a weld where the steerer is joined to the fork.
Just saying  ;)



What's the biggest disc rotor you can get on a Kona Project 2 fork? (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=25077.0)

We did that already!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 30 November, 2009, 11:10:42 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 01:51:34 pm

Fairly simple control layout.

(http://www.peeble.com/inbred4.jpg)


You didn't butt-up the left grip to the bar end on porpoise, so you could shatter all the OCD comments.
You sneaky bastard!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 30 November, 2009, 11:14:15 am
The top headset cup logo isn't exactly square to the frame either. 

What happened to standards, eh?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 30 November, 2009, 06:14:51 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 30 November, 2009, 11:14:15 am
The top headset cup logo isn't exactly square to the frame either. 

What happened to standards, eh?

But the bike is clean.  Almost as if it has never left the back garden...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 November, 2009, 06:41:17 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 30 November, 2009, 09:37:03 am
I'm running a 160mm cable BB7 on the front of my roadrat (until recently without a rear brake). I've not had any fade problems using it as an (occasional) drag brake, although the hills round here are more the short and sharp type. You must have some very long hills round your gaff (or perhaps not be comfortable at high cadence for very long?).
Fluid boiling is the main risk with a hydraulic brake - you suddenly have no brake if that happens.  A larger, heavier rotor helps a bit, as does changing the fluid regularly.  We do have some hills where a rim brake will start to burn if used to hold 30mph, and while that isn't serious in itself, the front tyre pressure could be getting very uncomfortable.  Coming down off Uffington White Horse is a pretty good test of any brake, since it's way too steep to pedal and you also have to come to a dead stop at the end.

The tandem crowd like the Avid cable brakes because there is no risk of fluid boiling and it keeps the heat away from the rims.  Apparently the plastic fittings melt on long descents, but Avid sell spare parts  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 06 December, 2009, 02:52:09 pm
I retrieved the bike this morning [well had it brought back for me :)]

 Poor Ronnie is in a bad way :( :'( :'( this was my LEL bike in 2005  :'( :'(

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4163167862_296dba6e2b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/sets/72157622946616260/)

 So far I can see the bent down and top tubes, the forks are twisted as well as bent back, the front wheel is buckled, the handlebars are bent and the mudguards are twisted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 06 December, 2009, 03:01:53 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 06 December, 2009, 02:52:09 pm
I retrieved the bike this morning [well had it brought back for me :)]

 Poor Ronnie is in a bad way :( :'( :'( this was my LEL bike in 2005  :'( :'(

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4163167862_296dba6e2b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/sets/72157622946616260/)

 So far I can see the bent down and top tubes, the forks are twisted as well as bent back, the front wheel is buckled, the handlebars are bent and the mudguards are twisted.

Chain's a bit slack  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 06 December, 2009, 05:27:10 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 November, 2009, 10:27:45 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 28 November, 2009, 07:23:11 pm
The 'High Vis' paint job is especially sensible :)
Grass verge green and tarmac black?  I thought so  ;)
John Deere green like NYBCs, I like the colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 01:09:22 pm
So I've finally got my Dave Yates 531 Audax (1997) rebuilt as a fixed wheel winter training bike! (Picked it up in August.)
 
I had the LBS deal with a very seized stem (had to be cut out) and fit new headset and suitable BB for proper chainset/fixed wheel sprocket alignment. They also built the wheels for me.

I collected the frame on Saturday morning and spent the rest of the day putting it all together. Here's the finished item:

(http://www.zaribor.com/raz/pics/Dave_Yates/DY_05-12-09.jpg)

Then on Sunday I took it out on a 50 mile club run. Verdict - bloody brilliant! :thumbsup: ;D

(http://www.zaribor.com/raz/pics/Dave_Yates/DY_06-12-09.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 December, 2009, 02:11:38 pm
The chain in the first pic looks slightly.... err... Well, you know  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 December, 2009, 02:23:03 pm
Nice bike  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 07 December, 2009, 02:26:10 pm
What a lovely looking machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 02:26:45 pm
Bobb, I think you'll find that it's actually the angle of the spokes in juxtaposition to the chain creating the illusion of slackness... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 December, 2009, 02:41:46 pm
Oooh. :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 02:51:25 pm
I should point out the bike formerly belonged to eck of this parish, and I've not done much to change the overall appearance of it. Original listing here. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20750.msg370509#msg370509)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 December, 2009, 03:59:27 pm
Quote from: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 02:51:25 pm
I should point out the bike formerly belonged to eck of this parish, and I've not done much to change the overall appearance of it. Original listing here. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20750.msg370509#msg370509)

Which LBS did you use?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 December, 2009, 04:04:09 pm
Someone seems to have cut the sides off your mudguards though  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 December, 2009, 04:20:19 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 06 December, 2009, 02:52:09 pm
I retrieved the bike this morning [well had it brought back for me :)]

 Poor Ronnie is in a bad way :( :'( :'( this was my LEL bike in 2005  :'( :'(

So far I can see the bent down and top tubes, the forks are twisted as well as bent back, the front wheel is buckled, the handlebars are bent and the mudguards are twisted.

As they say 'oop North' - That wants mendin' with a new 'un!

Hope you're getting better.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 04:23:45 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 December, 2009, 03:59:27 pm
Which LBS did you use?

Well, it's actually a NSLBS - not so local! I go to Whisker's, now located in Welwyn, Herfordshire. Worth the drive as they really know their stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 07 December, 2009, 04:25:09 pm
Quote from: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 04:23:45 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 December, 2009, 03:59:27 pm
Which LBS did you use?

Well, it's actually a NSLBS - not so local! I go to Whisker's, now located in Welwyn, Herfordshire. Worth the drive as they really know their stuff.

Eight out of ten owners prefer them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 December, 2009, 04:26:51 pm
Quote from: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 04:23:45 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 December, 2009, 03:59:27 pm
Which LBS did you use?

Well, it's actually a NSLBS - not so local! I go to Whisker's, now located in Welwyn, Herfordshire. Worth the drive as they really know their stuff.

 :o Hertfordshire perhaps?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 04:29:37 pm
Perhaps... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 December, 2009, 11:13:34 pm
Quote from: токамак on 07 December, 2009, 02:51:25 pm
I should point out the bike formerly belonged to eck of this parish, and I've not done much to change the overall appearance of it. Original listing here. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20750.msg370509#msg370509)
Hi TOKaMaK,
I'm absolutely delighted to see my old bike looking so happy. I'm sorry you had some hassle with the stem, but It has obviously gone to a good home,  :-[ You've done a grand job with its conversion to a fixed.

It looks good, and I'm glad you're happy with it.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 11 December, 2009, 09:33:18 am
Eck, I've been riding to work on it all this week too - an absolute joy. The seized stem wasn't a major hassle, I just gave it to the bike shop to sort out! And by a stroke of luck they had an identical one in stock to replace it. They also managed to fit a Stronglight ISIS BB in place of the threadless one you had installed - the thread wasn't as knackered as maybe you thought! It's a result for me because the axle is now 108mm and my chainline is spot on :thumbsup:. I should think I will return North of the border with it for next years Dumb Run in June...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 12 December, 2009, 06:12:22 pm
Quote from: eck on 10 December, 2009, 11:13:34 pm
It looks good, and I'm glad you're happy with it.  :thumbsup:

Having seen it last night in the flesh, it's a stunning bike.  Just lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kevinp on 12 December, 2009, 09:19:02 pm
After looking at some of the lovely bikes on here I was contemplating weather or not to put a picture of mine up, but

Dawes Horizon, sporting new Nelson longflap :)  made by Sue
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/Bikes/12122009025.jpg)

Saracen MTB
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/Bikes/DSCF0157copy.jpg)

Dawes Emblem not sure what to do with it was given it earlier this year
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/Bikes/IMG_8971copy.jpg)

Zombie Warrior trike, built in November
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/trike/DSCF0551copy.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 12 December, 2009, 09:51:04 pm
That's an interesting set up Kevin on the Dawes bars.Got any more pics showing that arrangement?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 12 December, 2009, 10:02:09 pm
Same bike as is upthread here (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg465349#msg465349) but with a few refinements ;)
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_HNgR4FFUbuM/SyQHcM88dOI/AAAAAAAAAZk/mdnTSmCrOxY/s400/p1000160.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kevinp on 12 December, 2009, 10:07:02 pm
The light setup on the Dawes started off as a pair of aero bars, then when it started to get darker in the mornings I removed the bars and fitted two bent bits of alloy just for somewhere to mount the lights it also holds my 405 and my etrex. I have fitted a dyno wheel and a new light in the last week so the torches will be going soon.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/Bikes/DSCF0585copy.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/Bikes/DSCF0587copy.jpg)

the best thing is the small camera bag on the stem, its a really useful size for keys, money and sweets, I found it on the side of the road :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 12 December, 2009, 10:09:27 pm
Some spectacular bodgery there kevin, I like it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 12 December, 2009, 10:14:42 pm
How dark is your route?! At 6:30 I find that an eDelux with one backup Cateye give me plenty of headlight, even on dark country lanes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kevinp on 12 December, 2009, 10:22:29 pm
Its not the dark, well it is, but its mostly the holes in the road, my ride to work is on country lanes covered with mud gravel and holes. Plus it alerts the car and 4 wheel drive loneys that someone other then them is on the road.

I have to say that I am very pleased with the Lumotec IQ Fly it gives a nice spread of light, much better as it should be than the torches.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 12 December, 2009, 10:32:14 pm
The road surface sounds better on my route.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 13 December, 2009, 10:13:32 am
thanks for that kevin;quality bodging that deserves a CDM(you have to be of a certain age to "get" the CDM thing)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 06:38:43 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 06 December, 2009, 02:52:09 pm
I retrieved the bike this morning [well had it brought back for me :)]

 Poor Ronnie is in a bad way :( :'( :'( this was my LEL bike in 2005  :'( :'(

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4163167862_296dba6e2b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fixedwheelnut/sets/72157622946616260/)

 So far I can see the bent down and top tubes, the forks are twisted as well as bent back, the front wheel is buckled, the handlebars are bent and the mudguards are twisted.
I know I have probably missed something here , but what have you done to that bike mate ?

 ??? ??? ??? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 December, 2009, 06:47:24 pm
Commissioned to build a new bike by my best mate for his lad.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/09-11-09147.jpg)

New old stock frame - Raleigh transfers. RST Omega 100mm fork.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/09-11-09144.jpg)

Kooka cable disc. Reliable 21spd STX mix.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/09-11-09145.jpg)

Hopefully should be pretty special to a kid who's only ever ridden BSOs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 December, 2009, 06:50:04 pm
Quote from: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 06:38:43 pm
I know I have probably missed something here , but what have you done to that bike mate ?

 ??? ??? ??? ???

SMIDSYd

See thread 'Fixedwheelnut Down'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 07:00:25 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 December, 2009, 06:50:04 pm
Quote from: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 06:38:43 pm
I know I have probably missed something here , but what have you done to that bike mate ?

 ??? ??? ??? ???

SMIDSYd

See thread 'Fixedwheelnut Down'
Thanks
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 07:10:59 pm
Sorry to be a pest but can't find the thread ?

 ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 13 December, 2009, 07:18:50 pm
FixedWheelnut down!   (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=26636.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Welsh Man on 13 December, 2009, 07:24:24 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 13 December, 2009, 07:18:50 pm
FixedWheelnut down!   (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=26636.0)
Thanks , just found it
Title: New/Old winter café bike
Post by: Robert Bloxham on 15 December, 2009, 06:24:34 pm
Just built this from an old Alan cyclocross bike I bought from a friend, it was in a bad way with a lot of the paint peeling off, that was sorted by Armourtex in Hackney - four day turnaround! - they did a great job but I don’t think they do complicated stuff like Mercian or Bob Jackson.
http://wheelsinthewoods.blogspot.com/ (http://wheelsinthewoods.blogspot.com/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 20 December, 2009, 09:32:30 pm
I brought this home yesterday. Apparently the first Tempo in the 2010 livery to leave the shop, and I'm very very happy with the way it looks, particularly the tape and saddle which are almost an exact match for the Condor script. I was originally down for the 2009 bike in blue, but got their last frame which was terribly chipped. I'm so glad I opted to wait for a new frame.

Now I just need to find the balls (and practice time) to flip the wheel over to fixed.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2621/4201421776_e2284cc7b7.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4038/4201421152_85e59b709f.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2595/4200666561_484039c79c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 20 December, 2009, 09:34:41 pm
Nicicles :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 20 December, 2009, 09:35:42 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 20 December, 2009, 09:32:30 pm
I brought this home yesterday.
Beautiful :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 20 December, 2009, 09:35:50 pm
That's a beauty. I've always liked the Lemond Fillmore in that grey shade.
I only really noticed the 'guards in the 2nd picture, almost missing them in the 1st. Nicely hidden.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 20 December, 2009, 09:36:20 pm
Nice livery. I particularly like the bar tape and saddle colours too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 20 December, 2009, 09:45:08 pm
A nice looker LMM
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 December, 2009, 09:46:05 pm
You MUST do the Dun Run on it, or Charlotte will call you a wuss.  And so will I.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: seventytwo on 20 December, 2009, 09:50:40 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 20 December, 2009, 09:32:30 pm
I brought this home yesterday. Apparently the first Tempo in the 2010 livery to leave the shop, and I'm very very happy with the way it looks, particularly the tape and saddle which are almost an exact match for the Condor script. I was originally down for the 2009 bike in blue, but got their last frame which was terribly chipped. I'm so glad I opted to wait for a new frame.

A lovely bike, if I wasn't still enjoying my own newish fixie I'd be jealous. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 December, 2009, 09:52:07 pm
Very nice indeed, LMM!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nic on 20 December, 2009, 11:30:21 pm
My new bike getting a ride today. It is a Focus Mares 2009. I love it. It reminds me of my 1st mountain bike yet it shifts on and off road like crazy. Off road, it makes me  feel like a child in wellies jumping up and down in big puddles  8)

Hoping to get it through the Three peaks cross race next year :-)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2502/4200034746_2a9ecf7c4d_d.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 20 December, 2009, 11:42:22 pm
Lovely, lovely bike* LMM!!

C'mon straight on fixed; not bad habits taken this way!

(*bar the saddle, sorry...  :-\)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nextSibling on 21 December, 2009, 04:54:38 am
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4202529926_87655b39f8_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nextsibling/4202529926/)

My new-ish commuter. A Soma Saga (http://somafab.blogspot.com/2009/09/introducing-soma-saga.html) frame and a mix of new and scavenged parts from various sources including an old Trek 520 that didn't fit me. Maybe not very pretty, not a lightweight, but quite practical for the soggy, icy winters and cracked up roads hereabouts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 December, 2009, 10:19:59 am
Quote from: little miss mac on 20 December, 2009, 09:32:30 pm
I brought this home yesterday.

That's very tidy lookin' LMM  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: peliroja on 21 December, 2009, 10:31:16 am
Lovely bike LMM! Same colour bar tape and saddle as my Surly.
Go on, try fixed, you'll get used to it (and fall in love with it) really quickly. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 10:56:15 am
It's the stopping quickly thing that scares the living crap out of me, as my instant reaction to danger is to stop pedalling.

The roads were so quiet on the way in today that I pondered giving it a blast tomorrow, but I do think a bit of practice first would be advisable.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 21 December, 2009, 11:01:13 am
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 10:56:15 am
It's the stopping quickly thing that scares the living crap out of me, as my instant reaction to danger is to stop pedalling.

Don't you worry the bicycle will remind you quickly enough not to :) The problem I had was I quite often tend to stand up to get a better seating but again the bicycle will remind you not to :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 21 December, 2009, 11:02:39 am
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 10:56:15 am
It's the stopping quickly thing that scares the living crap out of me, as my instant reaction to danger is to stop pedalling.

Mine too.  Or at least it was until I started riding fixed...

So long as you're not charging around like crazy, the "reminder" that the bike delivers when you think about stopping is fairly gently.  But it does get the message across.  I can't really think of a better way of learning that to get out there and try.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 December, 2009, 11:09:21 am
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 10:56:15 am
It's the stopping quickly thing that scares the living crap out of me, as my instant reaction to danger is to stop pedalling.

The roads were so quiet on the way in today that I pondered giving it a blast tomorrow, but I do think a bit of practice first would be advisable.



Why not leave it as Single-Speed?

Just a suggestion.

If you really wanted to make cycling harder than it needs to be then why not attempt juggling whilst cycling?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 21 December, 2009, 11:16:56 am
Quote from: peliroja on 21 December, 2009, 10:31:16 am

Go on, try fixed, you'll get used to it (and fall in love with it) really quickly. :)

I fell for that patter too:from the same person. ;D

She is quite right too :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 21 December, 2009, 11:17:40 am
LMM, that's one gorgeous bike.  I am quite jealous.

Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 December, 2009, 09:46:05 pm
You MUST do the Dun Run on it, or Charlotte will call you a wuss.

You do the Dun run however you like.  Or not, even - it's not compulsory.

Mind you, I've got to tell you that it's a whole load of fun on a fixer - plus you get loads of cred points when you're back to commuting:

"Oh yeah, it's my everyday ride - but I did the Dun Run on it..."

;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 21 December, 2009, 11:26:52 am
Ooh, lovely Tempo. :)

Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 10:56:15 am
It's the stopping quickly thing that scares the living crap out of me, as my instant reaction to danger is to stop pedalling.

In an emergency braking situation it's not really a problem. The more you brake with the front the more you unload the rear of the bike making it easier to lock up the rear wheel when you stop pedaling, so you're very unlikely to be thrown off.

You'll soon learn to keep pedaling, the reminders when you attempt to coast are nice and, err, gentle.

Quote from: Charlotte on 21 December, 2009, 11:17:40 am
"Oh yeah, it's my everyday ride - but I did the Dun Run on it..."

And leads to even longer rides on fixed...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 11:28:42 am
Quote from: LEE on 21 December, 2009, 11:09:21 am
Why not leave it as Single-Speed?

Everyone needs a little challenge now and then  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 21 December, 2009, 11:56:10 am
I like singlespeeding my commute, it gives me a chance to rest a bit.

When I worked out that my freehub was going south the other day (on the 27-speed Kaffenback), I essentially cycled the entire way home, so if the freewheeling mechanism seized, I wouldn't be reminded by being thrown off at 20mph!  I was knackered by the time I got home, and I still freewheeled to get on and off the bike.

It also means I can use a lowish gear, say 65"-ish.  Most people on fixed seem to use something higher so that they can survive going down hill without having to brake too much, or pedal like a nutter.  This means that uphills become a bit hard work (although I've seen people on 70"+ get up Ditchling when I walked on 63" !)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 21 December, 2009, 12:53:57 pm
I run my Tempo at about 65" fixed.  That's down towards the low end, but certainly not unusually low.  It does mean I sometimes drag the brakes a bit on descents, but at least I get up the hills (usually).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 21 December, 2009, 12:56:33 pm
Quote from: TimO on 21 December, 2009, 11:56:10 am
(although I've seen people on 70"+ get up Ditchling when I walked on 63" !)

If a sturdy girl like me can get up Ditchling onna 72" fixed, you should hang your head in shame  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 12:57:34 pm
I think mine's at 81". Purely for pancake London, though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dasmoth on 21 December, 2009, 01:00:13 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 12:57:34 pm
I think mine's at 81". Purely for pancake London, though!

Pancakes (with lashings of maple syrup?) provide the fuel to push a gear like that?  Hmmm, I may have to give this a try  :).

(Where's the om-nom-nom smiley when you need it?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 01:01:01 pm
Quote from: dasmoth on 21 December, 2009, 01:00:13 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 12:57:34 pm
I think mine's at 81". Purely for pancake London, though!

Pancakes (with lashings of maple syrup?) provide the fuel to push a gear like that?  Hmmm, I may have to give this a try  :).

(Where's the om-nom-nom smiley when you need it?)

Actually, scratch that. That's what I was riding on geared, mostly. They made me get something smaller for the Tempo. 71, I think.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 21 December, 2009, 02:35:05 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 21 December, 2009, 12:56:33 pm
If a sturdy girl like me can get up Ditchling onna 72" fixed, you should hang your head in shame  :D

Ah, but you're a mere youth, compared to my grizzled old self. ;D

Plus, I'm lazy, and normally have a pannier full of tools and emergency noms.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: urban_biker on 21 December, 2009, 02:36:29 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 21 December, 2009, 12:56:33 pm
Quote from: TimO on 21 December, 2009, 11:56:10 am
(although I've seen people on 70"+ get up Ditchling when I walked on 63" !)

If a sturdy girl like me can get up Ditchling onna 72" fixed, you should hang your head in shame  :D

That's clearly "sturdy" in the strong, muscular and powerful sense then ;D I doubt I could get up Ditchling on my Tempo yet. (71 inch gear) Although I can see that after a few more months riding it, that sort of thing might be possible.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 December, 2009, 07:25:49 pm
If you try to stop pedalling at about 25-30mph on 70", the bike sort of kangaroos until you get back on top of the pedalling.  I've not heard of anyone actually being thrown off, although it's probably happened at some point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 21 December, 2009, 07:33:06 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 12:57:34 pm
I think mine's at 81". Purely for pancake London, though!

That's quite high! I would advocate something in the low to mid 70s.

As for stopping, riding a smaller gear would also limit your speed at first, make stopping easier potentially, force you to spin too etc. All benefits. Enjoy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 21 December, 2009, 07:38:07 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 December, 2009, 07:25:49 pm
... I've not heard of anyone actually being thrown off, although it's probably happened at some point.

I ended up with the bike above me at one point, which sufficiently unnerved me enough to decide I liked freewheels. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 21 December, 2009, 07:42:47 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 01:01:01 pm
Quote from: dasmoth on 21 December, 2009, 01:00:13 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 21 December, 2009, 12:57:34 pm
I think mine's at 81". Purely for pancake London, though!

Pancakes (with lashings of maple syrup?) provide the fuel to push a gear like that?  Hmmm, I may have to give this a try  :).

(Where's the om-nom-nom smiley when you need it?)

Actually, scratch that. That's what I was riding on geared, mostly. They made me get something smaller for the Tempo. 71, I think.  ;D

Thank you. You've saved me from saying it doesn't look like 81" on the pic.

Doh!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 21 December, 2009, 09:31:08 pm
The proper colour for a gentleman's bicycle is, of course, black. Though technically this is merely a hire bike.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2794/4204541544_3a57ca2368.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2582/4204537992_28b8b7b297.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2774/4204535784_55be63e941.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2781/4204533188_fd77459d3c.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2581/4203771889_0b18ebc619.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2666/4203765111_ec8fa1fbe0.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 21 December, 2009, 11:30:54 pm
Gosh. That's engineering, that is.

What follows is pure frippery
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/IMG_1374.jpg)
and I'm intrigued by the internal reflections of the crimble lights
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 22 December, 2009, 04:08:38 pm
 :thumbsup: Nice bike LMM
 on an 81" gear you want to rip them mudguards off and come and do some TT's :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 22 December, 2009, 04:45:09 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 21 December, 2009, 09:31:08 pm
The proper colour for a gentleman's bicycle is, of course, black. Though technically this is merely a hire bike.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2581/4203771889_0b18ebc619.jpg)
Ahem.

Rust.

 ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 22 December, 2009, 05:10:12 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 22 December, 2009, 04:45:09 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 21 December, 2009, 09:31:08 pm
The proper colour for a gentleman's bicycle is, of course, black. Though technically this is merely a hire bike.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2581/4203771889_0b18ebc619.jpg)
Ahem.

Rust.

 ::-)

Trick of the light. It would have a hell of a job to get that rusty in 3 days. Either that or it is from the cleats. The photos look remarkably unlike the bike in daylight when it comes to rust.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 23 December, 2009, 05:28:02 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 21 December, 2009, 09:31:08 pm

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2666/4203765111_ec8fa1fbe0.jpg)

David, what make are the tyres?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 23 December, 2009, 06:19:11 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 23 December, 2009, 05:28:02 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 21 December, 2009, 09:31:08 pm

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2666/4203765111_ec8fa1fbe0.jpg)

David, what make are the tyres?

Nokian Hakkapellittaa W106 index (http://www.suomityres.fi/w106.html) They are not the original tyres that came with the bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 23 December, 2009, 06:20:54 pm
Thank you.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 24 December, 2009, 04:29:34 pm
New to the forum, here is my new bike. 24 speed SRAM X4 Carrera Vengance. 13KG aluminium frame, front suspension and a pleasure to ride.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v187/furball80/Photo0012.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 24 December, 2009, 04:35:49 pm
Welcome Fluffy, the bike looks ideal for the current weather  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 24 December, 2009, 05:01:20 pm
I tried to ride on sunday and went nowhere fast, waiting for the roads to clear up before I get back on the saddle. I will be getting some hybrid or slick tires at some point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 24 December, 2009, 05:22:28 pm
I'm still getting about, but I do have a recumbent trike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 24 December, 2009, 05:37:21 pm
Can you recommend a good bright headlight? My current one is ok but 1. It drains the batteries 2. No flashing mode and 3. Just isn't bright enough

PS Halfords is my local cycle shop, no small ones in my area.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rykard on 24 December, 2009, 05:57:52 pm
Quote from: Fluffy on 24 December, 2009, 05:37:21 pm
Can you recommend a good bright headlight? My current one is ok but 1. It drains the batteries 2. No flashing mode and 3. Just isn't bright enough

PS Halfords is my local cycle shop, no small ones in my area.
Wiggles / CRC sales are starting.. maybe look there
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 December, 2009, 07:04:23 pm
Quote from: Fluffy on 24 December, 2009, 05:37:21 pm
Can you recommend a good bright headlight? My current one is ok but 1. It drains the batteries 2. No flashing mode and 3. Just isn't bright enough

PS Halfords is my local cycle shop, no small ones in my area.

Have a look at the Hope One. And welcome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 25 December, 2009, 06:27:51 pm
Presented mrsmekon with her Madsen KG271:

(http://twitpic.com/show/thumb/v54fd.jpg)

Big pic here (http://twitpic.com/v54fd)

She is v. happy. Got some slightly unusual lights on it. Going for twin reelight sl500s on the front and back, plus a fibre flare. The sl500s aren't as good as I'd hoped. but the fibre flare is great. perhaps the negative comments on here had lowered my expectations, but I think it's really eyecatching.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 December, 2009, 06:31:59 pm
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/127/392492934_521d4c50e4.jpg?v=0)

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 December, 2009, 08:19:01 pm
Which members own those bikes?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 25 December, 2009, 08:26:32 pm
And will they lend them out for rides?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 December, 2009, 08:38:18 pm
Inflatable women.

If you look carefully the one on the left has the schrader valve where her navel should be . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 28 December, 2009, 09:49:13 am
Clopper is a bit slack....  Probably.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 28 December, 2009, 01:41:32 pm
Thanks to my parents and their parents, I am pleased to present my new bike.

Welcome... "The Beast"

The Beast is a Decathlon b'Twin Riverside 05, £359. I have transferred my Brooks B17 and added 700x40c Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tyres to replace the knock-off marathons that came as stock. I have put on some Wellgo SPD-style pedals that were in the parts box here at Mission Control, however I am struggling to clip in - I will probably change to the reliable Shimanos that I have on another bike.

Initial impressions are that acceleration is nil and climbing is slow, but cruising is easy and the bike is very comfy. I am looking forward to using the panniers not a rucksack.

The bike seems like brilliant value. Deore drivetrain including the rear hub. Shimano dynohub on the front wheel and dyno lights with a standlight on the rear. Deore v-brakes, they feel like shit compared to my hydraulic Hope and thoroughly inadequate to stop a steed of this weight but Emily, who is used to v-brakes, rated their performance as 'pretty good'.

I think that I am going to rotate the bars down by one notch, other than that, its all good. I just have to pretend that I am driving an oil tanker and it will be fine!

The biggest problem is the bikes sheer size and weight make it nearly impossible for me to carry up the 5 floors of tight winding staircase to our flat.

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0153.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0151.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0152.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0154.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0150.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0147.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0146.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0148.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0149.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 December, 2009, 01:59:47 pm
If the V-brakes are mushy, loosen the pad fixing nuts right off and apply the brake gently while positioning the pads (as high as possible on the rim for new pads, since they creep down as they wear).  These pads rarely need toe-in, and making them hit the rim square-on really improves the feel of the brake.  Personally, I think it's hard to improve on yer basic Shimano V-brake.

I think you may also have a 90 degree noodle on the front - toss it out and replace it with the proper British-spec 135 degree noodle for a smooth "S" bend in the cable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 28 December, 2009, 02:26:48 pm
Thanks for the suggestions about setting the pads - luckily I had already done this and done it when setting up Emily's bike (I have done it this way for years, ignoring Sheldon's advice regarding toe in).

I'm just whining because everything seems crap compared to my Hope.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 December, 2009, 06:35:14 pm
Superstoker cringed when he saw the saddle angle. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 28 December, 2009, 06:41:37 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 December, 2009, 06:35:14 pm
Superstoker cringed when he saw the saddle angle. ;D

AKA the Slade (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_PnWC8n3Go&feature=related) angle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 28 December, 2009, 06:42:54 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 December, 2009, 06:35:14 pm
Superstoker cringed when he saw the saddle angle. ;D

It looks extreme to me too, but some people just seem to have their Brooks like that with absolutely no ill effects.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 29 December, 2009, 03:32:54 pm
 A surprise n+1. Ideal for desktop cycling.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2622/4222539995_bbb8a152c1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SandyV on 30 December, 2009, 05:04:09 am
^ ^ ^ ^

Is that one from Oxfam or similar made from recycled cans and stuff?  (I  thought about getting one for VeloYellow)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 30 December, 2009, 01:46:41 pm
Quote from: SandyV on 30 December, 2009, 05:04:09 am
^ ^ ^ ^

Is that one from Oxfam or similar made from recycled cans and stuff?  (I  thought about getting one for VeloYellow)

definitely made of recycled something or other. Quite cute.

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 31 December, 2009, 07:12:19 pm
Stig has had his cassettectomy. First post surgery photo-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/stigfixed1st.jpg)

Mor photos will follow after the odd Nip/ Tuck.

The wheel is a Mach 1 Omega. Never heard of them myself. Made in France. For the long suffering out there, a Continental tyre (can't remember the model) literally fell off the rim when I fitted it. I had to phone Zipperhead for wheel size advice as the rim label is marked 622. i thought I had been sold a smaller rim than I wanted but no. A Continental friendly rim?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 31 December, 2009, 07:21:25 pm
The original chainset worked then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 31 December, 2009, 07:39:06 pm
You got the front brake on the left ? Cool
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 31 December, 2009, 07:43:03 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 31 December, 2009, 07:21:25 pm
The original chainset worked then?

Yes it did. 42 swapped to the outside of the spider and the chainring bolts backed up with washers (filed to get a flat spot to fit). The chainline looks spot on (at first glance).

Quote from: MSeries on 31 December, 2009, 07:39:06 pm
You got the front brake on the left ? Cool

Front brake is on the right- for now. I have a set or aero levers in the parts bin, waiting for me to inherit enough funds for new tape and cables, at which stage I may go continental.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 31 December, 2009, 07:48:54 pm
I didn't notice the black cable at first !!!  (and I didn't even look for a rear brake !!!) so assumed the light coloured cable was for the front !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 31 December, 2009, 07:52:59 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 31 December, 2009, 07:48:54 pm
I didn't notice the black cable at first !!!  (and I didn't even look for a rear brake !!!) so assumed the light coloured cable was for the front !

I are a wuss and need a rear brake- at least until I have learned to ride fixed (where is the impending pain and injury smiley?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 31 December, 2009, 08:14:14 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 31 December, 2009, 07:43:03 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 31 December, 2009, 07:21:25 pm
The original chainset worked then?

Yes it did. 42 swapped to the outside of the spider and the chainring bolts backed up with washers (filed to get a flat spot to fit). The chainline looks spot on (at first glance).

Quote from: MSeries on 31 December, 2009, 07:39:06 pm
You got the front brake on the left ? Cool

Front brake is on the right- for now. I have a set or aero levers in the parts bin, waiting for me to inherit enough funds for new tape and cables, at which stage I may go continental.
If you don't need the outer ring anymore you can cut the tabs out and make them fit instead of the washer stack, get it right and they are very neat, hardly noticable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 January, 2010, 11:14:03 am
Some dirty pictures to dispel the OCD myths, and because it now has a V-brake rather than the disc.  The Thomson sticker on the RH seatstay isn't for show, but because I sometimes catch it with my heel and the paint was getting rubbed off.

(http://www.peeble.com/ib1.jpg)

(http://www.peeble.com/ib2.jpg)

(http://www.peeble.com/ib3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 01 January, 2010, 11:54:36 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 01 January, 2010, 11:14:03 am
Some dirty pictures to dispel the OCD myths,

 :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 January, 2010, 11:57:22 am
It's OK...there are some systematic, hydromatic, er...laundromatic shots coming up in an adjacent thread...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 January, 2010, 06:12:51 pm
Call that dirty?  Pah!  I'll post some of my Orbit that'll make your hair curl! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 01 January, 2010, 07:13:00 pm
No, this is dirty.. after a fashion

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4233880622_6baa9aa28b_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 01 January, 2010, 10:44:47 pm
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/photo-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 02 January, 2010, 04:51:51 pm
Here is Stig in all his commuting glory-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1554.jpg)

I hope the chains isn't...........

This is the flat spotted washer bodge I did to overcome the too long chainring bolts

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1559.jpg)

The original 42 tooth chainring looks sweet (IMHO)

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1555.jpg)

OK chainline (straight in, no spacers or fiddling with the wheel)

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1556.jpg)

The business end

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1557.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: FatBloke on 02 January, 2010, 05:15:58 pm
Chain's a bit..erm..tight!    ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 02 January, 2010, 05:19:54 pm
Pretty good chainline too.

Brave (or confident) man to post a pic from that angle :)

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/100_1556.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 January, 2010, 05:26:49 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 28 December, 2009, 01:41:32 pm
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Cycling%20pics/IMG_0146.jpg)

You could've popped round for tea and cake when you came to Dulwich Park - restored some of your energy to carry The Beast up those five flights  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 02 January, 2010, 05:43:22 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 01 January, 2010, 10:44:47 pm
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/photo-2.jpg)

John Wayne Is Big Leggy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 02 January, 2010, 06:14:07 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 01 January, 2010, 07:13:00 pm


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4233880622_6baa9aa28b_b.jpg)

That chain needs a large brandy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 03 January, 2010, 08:25:50 pm
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h158/torfness/Whitebikeafter.jpg)

I've posted it elsewhere, but for completeness' sake here is my winter mile eater.
Tange double butted frame courtesy of SJS - think it cost me £60 or so 10 years ago.  Shimano RSX chainset, 7 speed cassette, RSX hubs, MA2 wheels currently wearing 700x28C Paselas; Deore rear and RSX front mechs; Dura Ace downtube shifters; Cinelli bars and stem; Shimano "aero" brake levers and 105 brakes.  Rolls Saddle, SKS 'guards, and M520 pedals to finish.

Although it cost me very little compared to other bikes that might lurk in these pages, it's passably light, very comfortable, and a reliable performer no matter what crud is thrown at it.  It is also utterly silent in action, in surprising contrast to every other bike I've ridden that seems to make some kind of noise somewhere - be it just the tyres on the tarmac.  There's also much to be said for simplicity (7 speed and DT shifters).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 03 January, 2010, 10:20:50 pm
That looks rather nice Sigurd :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 03 January, 2010, 11:03:05 pm
My winter bike..

(http://cdn.cloudfiles.mosso.com/c54102/x2_796a9c)

(Yes it was on the rollers tonight - and was last on the road for the Boxing Day '10'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 05 January, 2010, 10:00:50 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4037/4248506331_9d704782c6_m.jpg)

Mrs has a new bike delivered today in a humungus box from sjs cycles. Its a Thorn Nomad in black looks like a nice piece of kit just need the weather to improve.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 05 January, 2010, 10:30:31 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 03 January, 2010, 10:20:50 pm
That looks rather nice Sigurd :).

Very kind of you, Butterfly.  It's also filthy and rusty.  The advantage of poor indoor photography.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 06 January, 2010, 01:13:05 pm
Taken today:

(http://www.woofage.co.uk/cycling/snow.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 06 January, 2010, 01:15:57 pm
Not much snow there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 06 January, 2010, 01:23:25 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 06 January, 2010, 01:15:57 pm
Not much snow there.

It had only just started! But no, we haven't had much here in the East.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 08 January, 2010, 04:23:56 pm
My new Rockhopper SL

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4064/4257052524_b1cc3fc829_b.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4256290803_cbd83001e1_b.jpg)

My first bike with suspension. I gave it a brief ride across the common on the way home from the shop, first impressions are great. Handled really well on the packed snow although I had to walk for about 20 yards because teh rear wheel was just spinning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 08 January, 2010, 05:12:47 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 06 January, 2010, 01:13:05 pm
Taken today:

(http://www.woofage.co.uk/cycling/snow.jpg)

I've fallen out of there! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:17:18 pm
New H2O based bike stand.  Do you think it's marketable?

(http://www.peeble.com/snowstand.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 08 January, 2010, 05:19:54 pm
Quote from: mike on 08 January, 2010, 05:12:47 pm


I've fallen out of there! :)

Go straight to HERE (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=28369.0). Do not pass go. Do not collect twelfty pounds.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 08 January, 2010, 05:21:47 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:17:18 pm
New H2O based bike stand.  Do you think it's marketable?




Ooh, the SPD platform of non-unclippyness. I don't bloody blame you either.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:23:13 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 08 January, 2010, 05:21:47 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:17:18 pm
New H2O based bike stand.  Do you think it's marketable?




Ooh, the SPD platform of non-unclippyness. I don't bloody blame you either.
Acksherley, they're just there for the reflectors.  It's my only totally legal night-time bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 08 January, 2010, 05:27:28 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:23:13 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 08 January, 2010, 05:21:47 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:17:18 pm
New H2O based bike stand.  Do you think it's marketable?




Ooh, the SPD platform of non-unclippyness. I don't bloody blame you either.
Acksherley, they're just there for the reflectors.  It's my only totally legal night-time bike.

I'll only now use my one bike that has standard pedals. I can only produce so much adrenaline.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 08 January, 2010, 05:38:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 January, 2010, 05:23:13 pm

Acksherley, they're just there for the reflectors.  It's my only totally legal night-time bike.

I go for the double sided option with wrap around reflector. Much easier to pick up on a fixie (not that this one is fixed)

(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p148/AdrianC_No1/DuoSpeed/007.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 08 January, 2010, 05:45:25 pm
Strangely you have managed to force the perspective in that piccie and make it look like a childs bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 08 January, 2010, 06:17:55 pm
No, I am a child
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 January, 2010, 06:33:46 pm
Somehow this...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3241/3042596851_c0ec91abe0.jpg)
..has mutated into this...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4256605207_19c1cbee09.jpg)

I had the Dawes as a bad weather / winter bike for a couple of years, but it always felt a bit "dead" compared to what I was used to. I got the chance of the Ribble (Edit: frame & forks) dead cheap from a mate, so the plan was to sell the Dawes frame and transfer the bits to the Ribble.
I sold the frame to a fellow yacf-er but, as you can see, erm, not that many bits actually made the leap: seatpin, STIs, rear mech, cassette and cranks to be precise.  ??? :-X
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 08 January, 2010, 07:03:49 pm
...and you managed to put together a pair of sliding doors as well  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 08 January, 2010, 07:42:44 pm
One of my early '90s Saracens in yet another guise. Now a 27 speed hardtail. White, red and blue theme. Got to pass the bad weather days somehow...

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/K2FS5.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 08 January, 2010, 11:09:53 pm
Quote from: eck on 08 January, 2010, 06:33:46 pm

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4256605207_19c1cbee09.jpg)

Nice build, a definite improvement on the Dawes. :thumbsup: You'll stand out in the current conditions, have you tried it out yet?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 09 January, 2010, 07:54:45 am
Quote from: Maverick75 on 08 January, 2010, 11:09:53 pm
Nice build, a definite improvement on the Dawes. :thumbsup: You'll stand out in the current conditions, have you tried it out yet?
Cheers Maverick75.
It was going to have its maiden voyage today, but more overnight snow means yet another trundle on the old clunky mountain bike.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 09 January, 2010, 08:44:45 am
Quote from: oncemore on 08 January, 2010, 07:42:44 pm
One of my early '90s Saracens in yet another guise. Now a 27 speed hardtail. White, red and blue theme. Got to pass the bad weather days somehow...

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/K2FS5.jpg)

Very nice. Are those Judy XCs up front?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 09 January, 2010, 10:35:26 am
Quote from: eck on 08 January, 2010, 06:33:46 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4256605207_19c1cbee09.jpg)

Yes, very yellow !  I like the saltire transfer on the top tube, did you add that ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 09 January, 2010, 02:45:34 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 09 January, 2010, 10:35:26 am
Yes, very yellow !  I like the saltire transfer on the top tube, did you add that ?
No, the saltire was included in the purchase price.  :thumbsup:
It is, errm, yellow, isn't it?  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fin on 09 January, 2010, 03:00:52 pm
Quote from: eck on 09 January, 2010, 02:45:34 pm
It is, errm, yellow, isn't it?  :-\

'Big Al' yellow - if you know what I mean  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 09 January, 2010, 03:08:31 pm
Quote from: fin on 09 January, 2010, 03:00:52 pm
'Big Al' yellow - if you know what I mean  ;)
???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 09 January, 2010, 09:01:53 pm
"Very nice. Are those Judy XCs up front?"

Thank you! Yes - NOS, fitted for first time a few days ago!

The frame is one of the very best I've ever owned - and certainly outclasses anything that has cost me less than 20x as much. That's why I have two!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 January, 2010, 04:39:28 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Picture035-1.jpg)

My MTB now has the Schwalbe Winter tyres installed.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 10 January, 2010, 07:57:39 pm
My latest toy ;D
had it since the summeer, photo now before it gets the mudguard, saddlebag and lights treatment, it's just too good to keep as a summer bike.
(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/pictures/px/px.jpg)

Planet X Ti Sportive frame
Enigma Ti Audax fork
Everything else moved over from other bikes, this was a n-2  +1 project, so mix and match Campag 9spd triple,
Record, Chorus, Veloce and Champ it all works.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 January, 2010, 08:06:52 pm
Looks good  :) Do those ti forks have a steel steerer?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 10 January, 2010, 09:40:09 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 January, 2010, 08:06:52 pm
Looks good  :) Do those ti forks have a steel steerer?

No, they're all ti, which might be fun if I get round to cutting them down.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 11 January, 2010, 05:14:11 pm
It's no problem at all to cut down a ti steerer, just use a plumber's tool for cutting copper tubes and it works fine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 11 January, 2010, 05:20:33 pm
Quote from: PH on 10 January, 2010, 07:57:39 pm
Enigma Ti Audax fork

You bought the fork separately then ?

Was it terribly expensive ? When I spoke to them a couple of years ago they didn't want to make one and quoted an outrageous price...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 11 January, 2010, 05:29:42 pm
Quote from: Blah on 11 January, 2010, 05:14:11 pm
It's no problem at all to cut down a ti steerer, just use a plumber's tool for cutting copper tubes and it works fine.

If you wish PH I have a plumbers pipe cutter which you could use
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 11 January, 2010, 05:52:28 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 11 January, 2010, 05:20:33 pm
Quote from: PH on 10 January, 2010, 07:57:39 pm
Enigma Ti Audax fork

You bought the fork separately then ?

Was it terribly expensive ? When I spoke to them a couple of years ago they didn't want to make one and quoted an outrageous price...
The price with a bike was £110 more than the bike with standard carbon fork when I paid for mine, last summer. That was for the standard Ti fork. Mine was custom, because they'd cocked up the clearances & they needed a non-standard fork to make up the difference, but they waived the custom building charge (actually, I wonder how much difference it makes: I suspect all the Ti forks are built to order).
I don't know how much their carbon forks cost, but that doesn't sound as if they're outrageously expensive.

On the other hand, they may not be making any money on them, given their reluctance to make 'em. From what Jim Walker said, they had some difficulty getting the Taiwanese to make anything other than the standard frames. But that may have changed: his son's now making Ti frames, & perhaps he could also make forks.

Nice fork, though. I've heard various suggestions that Ti isn't ideal for forks, but these seem good. The bike goes just where I point it, & I don't suffer road buzz. Soak up bumps pretty well, too.

My fork was supplied separately, because of the aforementioned difficulties (I returned the surplus carbon fork), & I therefore had a good look at it. All Ti, including steerer. I got an LBS (AW Cycles, Caversham) to fit it, which they were perfectly happy to do. They appeared to consider it routine. I believe they use a pipe-cutter for such jobs, as Blah advises.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 11 January, 2010, 06:28:00 pm
Quote from: PH on 10 January, 2010, 07:57:39 pm
Planet X Ti Sportive frame
Enigma Ti Audax fork
Everything else moved over from other bikes, this was a n-2  +1 project, so mix and match Campag 9spd triple,
Record, Chorus, Veloce and Champ it all works.

My old Roberts somehow ended up with that, though a little downmarket from yours: Chorus, Daytona & Mirage. Worked fine for me. I hope it will continue to work as well for Woofage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 11 January, 2010, 06:34:50 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 11 January, 2010, 05:20:33 pm
Quote from: PH on 10 January, 2010, 07:57:39 pm
Enigma Ti Audax fork

You bought the fork separately then ?

Was it terribly expensive ? When I spoke to them a couple of years ago they didn't want to make one and quoted an outrageous price...

It was listed as a stock item in the summer, though it's no longer on Enigma's website.  £220 inc postage, seemed reasonable to me and fit's in with Bledlow's £100 upgrade.  I'm happy with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 11 January, 2010, 06:36:04 pm
Quote from: jogler on 11 January, 2010, 05:29:42 pm

If you wish PH if have a plumbers pipe cutter which you could use

I'll probably take you up on that, thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 11 January, 2010, 07:18:15 pm
Quote from: PH on 11 January, 2010, 06:36:04 pm
Quote from: jogler on 11 January, 2010, 05:29:42 pm

If you wish PH if have a plumbers pipe cutter which you could use

I'll probably take you up on that, thanks.

just let me know when you want it & I will come over. I might even ride over :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 12 January, 2010, 08:36:47 am
Quote from: PH on 11 January, 2010, 06:34:50 pm
It was listed as a stock item in the summer, though it's no longer on Enigma's website.  £220 inc postage, seemed reasonable to me and fit's in with Bledlow's £100 upgrade.  I'm happy with it.

OK, thanks

That's about half what they quoted me a couple of years ago...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 January, 2010, 12:53:33 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 08 January, 2010, 07:42:44 pm
One of my early '90s Saracens in yet another guise. Now a 27 speed hardtail. White, red and blue theme. Got to pass the bad weather days somehow...

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/K2FS5.jpg)

 :thumbsup:

Judy in this ice, that's what you are...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: handcyclist on 13 January, 2010, 09:52:02 pm
An ancient GT, so old I can't remember what it was called  ;D

(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p243/handcyclist/another%20icy%20ride%20in%20the%20Chilterns/13012010247.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 13 January, 2010, 11:26:23 pm
Eric?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 January, 2010, 08:23:00 am
Eric-the-Half-a-Bike?



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
N+1

(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t207/andrew_sw/Peregrine.jpg)

Singular Peregrine:
BB7 brakes, LX17 rims, XT rear, Schmidt front hubs, Marathon Winter tyres (for the time being), B17, Bagman QR, On-One Midge bars, XT rear mech, 105 front mech, 8-sp 11-30, 48/38/24 Impact, Berthoud mudguards.

To do:
trim steerer to length, rear mudguard light

Initial comment on the frame:
a) the cable stop for the front mech is too far underneath the eccentric BB shell, so the cable drags across the paint.
b) The seat tube is slightly oversize for the advertised 27.2 post (i.e. the post drops if you let go of it, even with no saddle.
c) The supplied seatpost binder was too long, so "tight" was tight enough to sit on, but not tight enough to hold against a bump. Spiky tyres chew through a Carradice remarkably quickly  :(. The inner bolt had run up hard against the sleeve. A rummage in the bits box found a shorter bolt, but a couple more washers would have done.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 14 January, 2010, 08:08:54 pm
Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
N+1

 :thumbsup:. Hopefully I'll see it in the flesh soon, once I overcome the winter lethargy and drag myself down the pub.

Nice mudguards. I bought myself a set of those to put on the Longstaff when I rebuild it. Now everyone will think I've copied you!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 14 January, 2010, 08:15:12 pm
Interesting build andrew_s.  I've got the same frame sat in the living room, along with some BB7s and set of other bits.  I'm going the Alfine gearing route though, rather than derailleurs.

I must get the remainder of the bits, so I can start the build, especially since I've bought most of the expensive bits!

I've got a seat pin, so I'll have to look at how good or bad it's fit is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 14 January, 2010, 08:47:46 pm
Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
N+1

(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t207/andrew_sw/Peregrine.jpg)

That's rather lovely :D. I do fancy one of those.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 14 January, 2010, 09:32:31 pm
The mix of modern disc-brakes with a classic frame/bars/gear levers & spray job is extremely well done.
Looks impressive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 January, 2010, 10:44:27 pm
That's true.  Well designed.  Lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 15 January, 2010, 06:16:52 am
Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
N+1



Nice bike :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 January, 2010, 10:15:51 am
Good machine. Always interesting to to see a bike that is the result of lots of experience and personal preference.

Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
11-30, 48/38/24

Hilly round your way?  ;) I don't think my balance is good enough to ride 24 / 30 without falling over.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 January, 2010, 10:22:04 am
My gears are 48-34-24 with an 11-30.  Good for hauling camping kit up a hill.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 15 January, 2010, 11:39:20 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 January, 2010, 10:15:51 am
I don't think my balance is good enough to ride 24 / 30 without falling over.

Riding fixed up steep hills will sort out your balance at low cadence...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 January, 2010, 11:48:30 am
Looks lovely (paint job reminds me of my deceased British Eagle..sob sob).

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 15 January, 2010, 01:57:26 pm
Quote from: clarion on 15 January, 2010, 10:22:04 am
My gears are 48-34-24 with an 11-30.  Good for hauling camping kit up a hill.

I think I used a 28 tooth chainwheel with a 32 tooth sprocket, it was useful pulling away from traffic lights on a hill with four full panniers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 03:18:25 pm
In preperation for JoGLE I had my Longstaff gearing modified to give 24/30 to cope with the hills of the southwest.
I still had to walk up part of that mountain from the bottom of the valley at Gunnislake to St.Anne's Chapel (IIRC) on the Devon/Cornwall border.Mind you I was feeling permenantly tired by then.
That's my excuse & I'm sticking with it  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 15 January, 2010, 06:54:40 pm
"That's rather lovely ..... I do fancy one of those."

Just so - Singulars are very nice I reckon and this one looks excellent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 06:57:31 pm
Quote from: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 03:18:25 pm
In preperation for JoGLE I had my Longstaff gearing modified to give 24/30 to cope with the hills of the southwest.

My Thorn XTC in original specification had 22/32 on 26" wheels. You could have climbed a wall on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 07:02:04 pm
Quote from: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 06:57:31 pm
Quote from: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 03:18:25 pm
In preperation for JoGLE I had my Longstaff gearing modified to give 24/30 to cope with the hills of the southwest.

My Thorn XTC in original specification had 22/32 on 26" wheels. You could have climbed a wall on it.

Hellsbells :o that's low
which mechs did it run with?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 15 January, 2010, 07:06:44 pm
That's standard MTB gearing.  Though you can now get cassettes with sprockets as big as 36T.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrew_s on 15 January, 2010, 07:07:10 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 January, 2010, 10:15:51 am
Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
11-30, 48/38/24

Hilly round your way?  ;) I don't think my balance is good enough to ride 24 / 30 without falling over.

I generally treat it as a 48/38 double, but my view is that if I'm going to use a bailout gear, there's no point being half hearted about it. I've had much the same gearing on the audax/light touring bike for years. The 11-30 was just what the LBS had in stock in 8-speed, after I found that the 8-sp cassettes in my bits box were all 13-23.

Quote from: John Henry on 14 January, 2010, 08:08:54 pm
Hopefully I'll see it in the flesh soon, once I overcome the winter lethargy and drag myself down the pub.
White Knight and Double Header on Thursday night, Firebox waiting for the weekend  :thumbsup:
(Goffs/RCH)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 07:09:13 pm
Quote from: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 07:02:04 pm
Quote from: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 06:57:31 pm
Quote from: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 03:18:25 pm
In preperation for JoGLE I had my Longstaff gearing modified to give 24/30 to cope with the hills of the southwest.

My Thorn XTC in original specification had 22/32 on 26" wheels. You could have climbed a wall on it.

Hellsbells :o that's low
which mechs did it run with?

Basically Deore LX all round. Thinking about it, it was a fairly standard Shimano MTB groupset, just on a touring bike. 1 in 4 with panniers? No problem!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 07:10:14 pm
Quote from: andrew_s on 15 January, 2010, 07:07:10 pm
White Knight and Double Header on Thursday night, Firebox waiting for the weekend  :thumbsup:
(Goffs/RCH)

I think I can feel my enthusiasm returning...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 15 January, 2010, 08:11:49 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 14 January, 2010, 08:23:00 am
Eric-the-Half-a-Bike?
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 15 January, 2010, 09:30:51 pm
Quote from: chris n on 15 January, 2010, 07:06:44 pm
That's standard MTB gearing.  Though you can now get cassettes with sprockets as big as 36T.

I've got a mid 80s 5 speed block somewhere with a 38 sprocket.  Quite big jumps between gears...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2010, 10:14:00 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 15 January, 2010, 08:11:49 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 14 January, 2010, 08:23:00 am
Eric-the-Half-a-Bike?
:thumbsup:

'Kemal Ataturk had an entire menagerie called Abdul!'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 15 January, 2010, 10:29:43 pm
Quote from: John Henry on 15 January, 2010, 06:57:31 pm
Quote from: jogler on 15 January, 2010, 03:18:25 pm
In preperation for JoGLE I had my Longstaff gearing modified to give 24/30 to cope with the hills of the southwest.

My Thorn XTC in original specification had 22/32 on 26" wheels. You could have climbed a wall on it.

That's what my XTC Classic is fitted out with.  I rode the entire climb of the Bealach Beag (a 6 mile climb with considerable stretches at 1:4) a couple of years ago in the saddle and always had at least a couple of lower gears in reserve

It was a different story 20-odd miles later in the last stretch in to Sheildaig, bonking and bearly having the energy to propel myself forwards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 January, 2010, 09:11:12 am
The Hewitt has 22 x 32, which has to date only been used twice: on the infamous Smalldean Lane (unloaded) and going over the Downs on the way to the YACF camping weekend (fully loaded). 

They offered me 22 x 34 but that was just silly - if the hill is that steep I'd be popping wheelies.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Lycra Man on 16 January, 2010, 07:15:08 pm
I hope this works. This is my first posting of a picture. This is the Genesis Day 06 I collected today.
(http://i927.photobucket.com/albums/ad119/JeremyRuss/SonyJan2010024.jpg)

I plan to fit Crud Roadracer mudguards this evening, and adjust the seat height, so I can ride out on it tomorrow morning. Firsdt ride for nealry a month, bedcasue of the snow and ice. Can't wait.

Thanks to Jacomus for very useful feedback.

Lycra Man
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 17 January, 2010, 01:43:51 pm
n+1,  a Commencal Super 4.3 bought in the sale from Edinburgh Bicycle.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/JT808/IMG_0071.jpg)

There's an awful lot of seat post showing but I only have a couple of inches of stand over height.

First ride this morning and I came off! Went down a track very similar to some others I'd already been on earlier but this one was frozen solid. I'd picked up a fair bit of speed before I realised I was on ice then the bike went from under me and I slid along on my side for about 10 feet. The bike's fine but earlier in the week I slipped outside my front door and fell heavily on the same side.

Sorry for the crap phone photo. It's actually fairly splattered with mud but you can't tell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MercuryKev on 17 January, 2010, 02:30:39 pm
I've finally managed to get out on my new Sabbath September out on the road today.  I've built it up with Campag Record/Shimano XT using a Shimergo set up.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4030/4281007011_1486e95989.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 03:45:08 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4281256135_8fee0a7549_b.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2747/4281999408_17fac4c647_b.jpg)

My new Surly LHT in Truckaccino. Haven't had a proper ride on it yet, just a pootle up to London Bridge while the Brommie was in for a service.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 17 January, 2010, 03:51:03 pm
Very nice.  :thumbsup:

Hope you took the Brommie in strapped to the back of your LHT.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 04:02:58 pm
Hehe, no, Rob rode the Brommie and then we went and had coffee and CAKE while we waited. And took photos of the LHT, obviously.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 17 January, 2010, 04:13:35 pm
I liketh the LHT, but the surplus steerer offendeth mine eyes.  Get thou it chopped  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 17 January, 2010, 04:21:40 pm
That's lovely, NSTN. I wasn't sure about that colour when I saw pictures of the frame only on-line, but built up it looks great.

And I saw andrew_s's Singular Peregrine (as per pictures upthread) in the flesh today - very nice, particularly now the snow tyres are off it and the mudguard is properly spaced. It's a really well thought-out frame.

I am getting new bike envy. Hopefully the Longstaff should be back from the sprayers within the next couple of weeks, that should be as good as having a new one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 17 January, 2010, 04:33:00 pm
The LHT looks super in that colour. Leave as much steerer as you can bear - every half inch you chop reduces the potential resale market by say 10% should you tire of it.

Can't count the number of bikes on ebay on which I would have bid if owner hadn't cut steerer right down!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 17 January, 2010, 04:40:54 pm
You can always mount a SJS Cycles accessory bar above your stem for GPS, speedometer, etc. as you will have lost handlebar real estate by the fitting of the barbag.    :thumbsup:

Lovely looking bike btw   8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 17 January, 2010, 05:38:07 pm
Plans to head out on the tandem today were scuppered by an ill stoker, so I took this rig out to the shops instead. Ended up doing a solid 20 miles with eldest daughter on her bike following, half of which fully loaded with these boxes plus another 60l lidded box full of shopping. I  just love travelling this way.


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4054/4282331238_7eb9c33379_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 17 January, 2010, 05:45:26 pm
Quote from: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 03:45:08 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4281256135_8fee0a7549_b.jpg)

My new Surly LHT in Truckaccino. Haven't had a proper ride on it yet, just a pootle up to London Bridge while the Brommie was in for a service.

Very nice. LHT's look good in any colour but that is rather fetching.

Get your saw out for that steerer though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 17 January, 2010, 05:50:11 pm
Quote from: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 03:45:08 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4281256135_8fee0a7549_b.jpg)

BTW, lovely strategic placement of bike next to that sign.  ;)
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 07:07:59 pm
Glad someone noticed that sign  ;D Thanks for the compliments. Someone has already taken to calling it my 'baby'  ::-)

I'm not messing with things like the steerer just yet, I need to take it on a few proper rides first so I can check I'm definitely happy with the setup. Pootling home from the bike shop and 6 flat miles to London Bridge and back don't really count  :P This, I think, is the most money I have ever spent on anything (apart from my flat), so I am quite keen to get it right, and also intend the bike to last me for some time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 17 January, 2010, 07:09:40 pm
Lovely Surly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 17 January, 2010, 09:22:34 pm
Put the saw away!

All you need is a stem with a bit less rise.  Judging by the height of your bars and the top of the steerer, you could have a nice horizontal stem.  A good place to put a GPS!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 17 January, 2010, 11:18:09 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 17 January, 2010, 09:22:34 pm
Put the saw away!

All you need is a stem with a bit less rise.  Judging by the height of your bars and the top of the steerer, you could have a nice horizontal stem.  A good place to put a GPS!

Good call
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 18 January, 2010, 08:14:47 am
Quote from: Notsototalnewbie on 17 January, 2010, 03:45:08 pm
My new Surly LHT in Truckaccino. Haven't had a proper ride on it yet, just a pootle up to London Bridge while the Brommie was in for a service.

Looks like a nice new bar bag and saddle bag as well.  Very nice bike, coffee themed colours are clearly the way to go (says the owner of a Kaffenback!). ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 January, 2010, 09:30:45 am
I like my coffee black ;)

It's just lovely.

I'm a big fan of horizontal - rack, saddle, top tube, stem top - but that stem looks OK*, actually :thumbsup:




* or will do, when you've amputated the stump ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 18 January, 2010, 09:35:04 am
Even *I* think that stem looks OK. I much prefer horizontal ones but one on this bike would make the spacers pile far too high and that would be a fashion disaster. A larger frame would look very 80s at the seat pin end, which isn't all bad.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 18 January, 2010, 05:23:34 pm
Nice bike Laura  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 18 January, 2010, 11:24:17 pm
Hope you have lots of good miles on the Surly, NSTN. Good choice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 09:55:18 am
Classic "I just built it in my kitchen" shots.  Includes cat flap, kettle, fridge, used teabags and a clock showing that it is 10:53
Cotic Roadrat with drops, Alfine 8sp, V brakes, Marathon Plus, mudguards, generator hub


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138_b.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4286999557_18dec5a5c8.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4286999557_18dec5a5c8_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 January, 2010, 10:07:55 am
That's a well set up commuting machine :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 19 January, 2010, 10:15:06 am
Very nice, Vorsprung.  That makes at least 5 Roadrat owners on here now. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 19 January, 2010, 10:51:47 am
Very nice bike, Vorsprung. I also like the Yorkshire Tea, Dualit toaster and Pure DAB. Not to mention the rather natty knitted tea cosy.  ;D

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 10:56:54 am
Quote from: chris n on 19 January, 2010, 10:15:06 am
Very nice, Vorsprung.  That makes at least 5 Roadrat owners on here now. :thumbsup:

I don't think the photo shows how shiney and black it is
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 19 January, 2010, 03:45:25 pm
Is it my imagination or it the seat post the same length as the seat tube?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 19 January, 2010, 03:50:24 pm
Do you get toe overlap ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 19 January, 2010, 04:40:06 pm
Reminds me, must sort out bulk purchase of spoke reflectors...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 21 January, 2010, 03:04:07 pm
Very nice V, I'm jealous :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 22 January, 2010, 11:04:28 am
What are the reflectors on the spokes? They seem very reflectorerrryy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 22 January, 2010, 04:02:51 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 22 January, 2010, 11:04:28 am
What are the reflectors on the spokes? They seem very reflectorerrryy.

Assuming they're the same, keep an eye on this thread, I'll be looking to sort something out over the next couple of weeks:-

Spoke reflector bulk purchase (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=23493.0)

I'll (hopefully) get Roger to add a link on the main page so that it's easier to find when I've started a new thread with payment details...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 25 January, 2010, 10:18:09 am
Laura's bike is indeed very lovely. Don't use a saw on it, will you? It's perfect.

One thing: those tyres... I think they are the same brand on which I broke a plastic tyre lever when mending a puncture on my son-in-law's bike. I've never known tougher tyres to get on and off. Make sure you've got some steel tyre levers and one of these:

(http://www.sjscycles.co.uk//images/products/vartyreleverbig_xl.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 27 January, 2010, 09:50:28 pm
I love days like these........

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2679/4310144608_596ed2c1d1.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2737/4310144844_79402585b8.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2726/4310145082_027a27e792.jpg)
Step away from the bike wee man....

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4310145318_db0e9e2a08.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2736/4310145726_a19d1625b2.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2803/4310145882_49d929c643.jpg)


There has to be some advantage to being short  8)  I can't wait to ride it.  I took advantage of Sabbath offer for unpopular sizes - XS or XL.  Had a wheel upgrade to my budget max .  Bit blingy for me with the white bar tape but once i'd decided on the white decals, it had to be done.

Now a case of "all the gear and no idea!"

What'dya think? - all comments welcome

:D :D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 January, 2010, 10:05:42 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 27 January, 2010, 09:50:28 pm


(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2726/4310145082_027a27e792.jpg)
Step away from the bike wee man....


Did that come in the box with the bike?  It's really cute, & knocks Wiggle's sweeties into a cocked hat.

I'm jealous.  Not about the kid - I've got two of those, and they're pretty cute too :)

But I want a Ti bike. No, I neeeeed one.  I prefer the September to the Silk Road, but that's coz I iz a bimbler.

Hope you have many happy miles on that :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 January, 2010, 10:11:37 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 27 January, 2010, 09:50:28 pm
I
What'dya think? - all comments welcome



I think that as soon as the weather improves, you are in for shed / mile loads of fun, Majorbloodnok.

Fill yer boots!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: little miss mac on 28 January, 2010, 09:20:56 am
LOVE that pretty bike, bloodnok. Looks like it would fit me nicely, if you're thinking of selling it on at some point *hint hint*  ;D
Your son is absolutely adorable too - great pic  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 January, 2010, 11:03:03 am
Quote from: clarion on 27 January, 2010, 10:05:42 pm

Did that come in the box with the bike?  It's really cute, & knocks Wiggle's sweeties into a cocked hat.

That loves the Wiggle sweets too, "jelly bic bics" (bic = biscuit)  :)

Quote from: clarion on 27 January, 2010, 10:05:42 pm
Hope you have many happy miles on that :)

Thanks alot  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 January, 2010, 11:05:48 am
Quote from: little miss mac on 28 January, 2010, 09:20:56 am
LOVE that pretty bike, bloodnok. Looks like it would fit me nicely, if you're thinking of selling it on at some point *hint hint*  ;D
Your son is absolutely adorable too - great pic  :thumbsup:

No, you can't have it!  I will ride it forever and never buy another bike, ever *missus may be watching*

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 28 January, 2010, 11:22:31 am
I am drooling all over my keyboard. IWOOT.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 28 January, 2010, 11:49:21 am
Not sure about your kid having to go without shoes so you can satisfy your own selfish pleasure.   ;)


Stick to the dry roads.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 January, 2010, 01:08:13 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 28 January, 2010, 11:49:21 am
Not sure about your kid having to go without shoes so you can satisfy your own selfish pleasure.   ;)

Yep, I've already banned haircuts for the wee fella.  He spotted me looking at some carbon bottle cages yesterday and hid behind the sofa   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 28 January, 2010, 04:23:47 pm
Very nice bike Majorbloodnok, planet x are selling 2 carbon bottle cages for £30 at the mo.  I have these on both my race bikes and they are very good  :thumbsup:  Bottle Cages | Planet X UK (http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Bottle_Cages_82.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mdizzle on 30 January, 2010, 12:55:00 am
Just a random question....is it strange to run cyclocross cantilever on the front and a caliper on the back? Received the wrong forks mail order, and it is a tad difficult to return them(living way overseas).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 30 January, 2010, 03:05:43 pm
My DIY recumbent has cantilevers on the front and a Brompton dual pivot on the back.  Works absolutely fine.  However on the Frankenbent there is the advantage that the bike is almost as long as a tandem, so that by the time you've seen the rear brake set up you've pretty much forgotten what the front looked like!

(You can't mix calipers and V-brakes with the same levers btw - different cable pulls.  Unless you use a Travel Agent or similar)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 February, 2010, 03:32:04 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2722/4321640369_d7648f799e.jpg)

My wife's Madsen KG271 with a Christiania trike hood fitted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 01 February, 2010, 03:53:59 pm
What a splendid machine - i do like different.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 01 February, 2010, 04:37:53 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 01 February, 2010, 03:32:04 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2722/4321640369_d7648f799e.jpg)

My wife's Madsen KG271 with a Christiania trike hood fitted.

That's really rather splendid. Much better than a separate trailer (I assume there are peeps on board?).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 01 February, 2010, 05:09:33 pm
Great ! It looks like a covered wagon out of a western. Needs a few arrows sticking out of it.
Nice bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 February, 2010, 05:10:23 pm
'Two wheels on my waggon, but I'm still rollin' along...'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 02 February, 2010, 08:16:47 am
Quote from: Woofage on 01 February, 2010, 04:37:53 pm

That's really rather splendid. Much better than a separate trailer (I assume there are peeps on board?).

We think so, but can't say we're fans of trailers, simply because of the lack of interaction with the cargo. Our path has been Croozer 737 trailer, WeeRide Kangaroo seat, DeFietsFabriek 995 bakfiets, Bakfiets.NL Cargobike Long, Madsen KG271. We're keeping the bakfiets.nl.

Parking can be a problem. Our mate with the Croozer 535 is discussing a plannned move from trailer to bakfiets.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4322374212_0dbf6bc705.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: alexb on 02 February, 2010, 02:09:38 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 09:55:18 am
Classic "I just built it in my kitchen" shots.  Includes cat flap, kettle, fridge, used teabags and a clock showing that it is 10:53
Cotic Roadrat with drops, Alfine 8sp, V brakes, Marathon Plus, mudguards, generator hub


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138_b.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4286999557_18dec5a5c8.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4286999557_18dec5a5c8_b.jpg)


Try dropping the SQR as low down the seat post as possible. I found this makes the CofG lower and the bike doesn't "sway" as much when you're climbing out of the saddle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 February, 2010, 09:26:03 pm
Not mine, but Superstoker received a biiiig parcel yesterday:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000657.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000662.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000661.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000659.jpg)

 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 03 February, 2010, 09:32:20 pm

I see it has settled in nicely.
They're already sniffing each others wotsits.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 February, 2010, 09:34:09 pm
There's another new bike in that stack, as there is an open frame Claud needing fettling for a niece.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 03 February, 2010, 09:37:27 pm

Blimey! No wonder you had put newspaper down.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 February, 2010, 10:09:17 pm
Nah.  I just thought they might want summat to read.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 06 February, 2010, 04:16:41 pm
My winter training bike has just received some well overdue attention. It's generally neglected compared to others in the stable, so I felt that it deserved a photo in a rare clean state.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4334348095_61ca23d8da.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robert Bloxham on 07 February, 2010, 06:50:01 am
Hi Spacebadger, I had a GT ZR2000 a bit like yours, it had a lovely set of wheels built by friend , Tifosi carbon forks, Shimano Flightdeck computer, mudguards with lovingly crafted mudflaps grafted on, in fact every single bit had been upgraded...
...it was so nice in fact, that some thieving b****rd, ratbag, scumsucking git removed it from my garage one night last year, only had household insurance so managed to claim £300.

I feel much better for sharing that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 07 February, 2010, 08:05:27 am
That's a real shame.

Mine (a 1996 or 1997 GT ZR4000) has served me well over the years. It was my first proper road bike back when I was just an MTB rider, and has slowly fallen down the pecking order as others have arrived. The ride can be a little harsh  - my budget couldn't stretch to the ZR3000 at the time, which I remember had carbon forks - but as a winter steed, it's fine. Mudguard clearanace is just about enough, but it's tight.

It often gets mistaken for a Ribble at first glance since I had it powder coated, but the triple triangle frame is the dead giveaway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 February, 2010, 08:08:30 am
It has a good powdercoat job too - some of them can be really orange-peely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 February, 2010, 06:30:55 pm
I've had the chance to really test my Condor Fratello now.  Since I got it in October 2009 I've ridden it a lot locally and have done 4 rides of over 100 miles on it.

I swapped the bars soon after I bought it as I really like Nitto "Noodle" bars.

I love it, it's very comfy and seems to be the perfect Audax bike for me. 

It's now been fitted with a Tortec Ultralite rack and Creek-2-Peak rackpack.  This photo is what I'd describe as Bryan Chapman 600 mode (actually on my perm 200km yesterday). During summer I'd usually ditch the rack and use a small "Barley" saddlebag

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Audax/AnoraksDelight200.jpg?t=1265566855)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 08 February, 2010, 04:23:13 pm
My new bike is here  :thumbsup:
Actually it was here on Saturday, after a trip up to Byercycles (top shop and lovely people to deal with btw)to collect it.
I havent been out on it yet, I am waiting for a different bracket for my Lumotec IQ, plus the roads are pretty mucky right now  :(
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2725/4341151974_e7ab60cc7a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 February, 2010, 05:31:06 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1040650.jpg)

Note the new USE Alien blue seat post.  Installed just now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 11 February, 2010, 05:42:10 pm
Grub, it needs blue rims!

http://www.matuzmaster.hu/_userfiles/image/2009-05-26-ambrosio-kek/9954-big.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 February, 2010, 06:59:16 pm
Mmmm  ;D

What about blue tyres instead?  I can't seem to find any decent ones for puncture resistance though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 11 February, 2010, 09:25:07 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 08 February, 2010, 04:23:13 pm
My new bike is here  :thumbsup:
Actually it was here on Saturday, after a trip up to Byercycles (top shop and lovely people to deal with btw)to collect it.
I havent been out on it yet, I am waiting for a different bracket for my Lumotec IQ, plus the roads are pretty mucky right now  :(
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2725/4341151974_e7ab60cc7a.jpg)

Supertourist?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 12 February, 2010, 06:20:01 am
Quote from: Grub on 11 February, 2010, 06:59:16 pm
Mmmm  ;D

What about blue tyres instead?  I can't seem to find any decent ones for puncture resistance though.

Conti GP4000s come in blue - but only 23s I think
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 12 February, 2010, 09:18:22 am
Well here we have the bastard offspring of a Dawes SST and a Roadrat:

http://(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4350239193_6c99bc2a9f_o.jpg)]http://www.flickr.com/photos/36022173@N08/4350239193/ (http://[img]http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4350239193_6c99bc2a9f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36022173@N08/4350239193/ [img)

Fitted a Roadrat fork and Avid BB7 disc brake. Handling is as good as it was with the curved fork perhaps better (but maybe that's because I want it to be :-\) and braking is superb discs are definitely the way forward - in the dry a good rim brake is as much as is needed but when it gets wet the disc inspires far more confidence.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: onb on 12 February, 2010, 09:39:10 am
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/onb/Ribble001-2.jpg)

Just about the finished article although I would like a lower geared chainset when funds allow.Quite a forum effort here ,frame from Wowbagger ,wheels from Charlotte ,guards from Gene Hunt ,rest I had apart from the stem and the tyres which are Speediums and quite impressive considering their price.They do feel more like 28s than 25s .A bike for going to town on born out of my paranoia when leaving others unattended.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 12 February, 2010, 04:02:47 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 11 February, 2010, 09:25:07 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 08 February, 2010, 04:23:13 pm
My new bike is here  :thumbsup:
Actually it was here on Saturday, after a trip up to Byercycles (top shop and lovely people to deal with btw)to collect it.
I havent been out on it yet, I am waiting for a different bracket for my Lumotec IQ, plus the roads are pretty mucky right now  :(
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2725/4341151974_e7ab60cc7a.jpg)

Supertourist?


It is indeed, and I am very pleased with it thus far.
More pictures soon  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 February, 2010, 07:06:43 pm
Butterfly's new Dahon we bought from Nobby last week, but she's only just had the chance to ride:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Joan.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 13 February, 2010, 07:09:45 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 February, 2010, 06:59:16 pm
Mmmm  ;D

What about blue tyres instead?  I can't seem to find any decent ones for puncture resistance though.

Blue rims and tyres would be wicked!

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/images/vred-fortezza-tricomp-zoom.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 13 February, 2010, 07:43:44 pm
(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/misc/CIMG3694.jpg)

Happy dance :P

It's a bit twichier than the Monster, the parking brake's for shite, needs 'guards for wet days, and the "Norfolk Hunch" may be ditched in favour of an ICE seat.

Great fun so far ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 13 February, 2010, 08:32:10 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 February, 2010, 05:31:06 pm
Note the new USE Alien blue seat post.  Installed just now.

Next, two-tone and blue lights on!!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 February, 2010, 10:21:53 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 13 February, 2010, 07:09:45 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 February, 2010, 06:59:16 pm
Mmmm  ;D

What about blue tyres instead?  I can't seem to find any decent ones for puncture resistance though.

Blue rims and tyres would be wicked!

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/images/vred-fortezza-tricomp-zoom.jpg
Those Fortezzas are good for puncture resistance, although a bit narrow for rough roads at the recommended 145psi.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 14 February, 2010, 03:51:33 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2785/4354192884_bd68e15d4b_b.jpg)

I had just clambered through that lot behind. This is a deep cutting on the old Dundee-Newtyle railway which would make an excellent off road path through the Sidlaws. The ground is trackbed covered in 60 years worth of washout, leafmould and fallen trees. Quite a tough trip. I must fit a chainsaw carrier to the bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 14 February, 2010, 05:30:23 pm
A better picture of my new Langster, just before its first ride. Fitted my flash pink horn.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4010/4356116359_7dfae04c9d.jpg) (http://"http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/4356116359/")
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 14 February, 2010, 05:49:04 pm
Quote from: iddu on 13 February, 2010, 07:43:44 pm
(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/misc/CIMG3694.jpg)

Happy dance :P

It's a bit twichier than the Monster, the parking brake's for shite, needs 'guards for wet days, and the "Norfolk Hunch" may be ditched in favour of an ICE seat.

Great fun so far ;D

I've lusted after a Speedy since I had a go on a carbon fibre one at a BHPC meet well over a decade ago.  I did have a Trice, which I had to flog when I moved to London, for lack of anywhere to store it.  Now I've got more room, of course I can't afford to buy one!

Nice. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 14 February, 2010, 06:07:58 pm
Probably a numpty question, but how do you put photos on here? I'd like to put mine on.

Beware though, you are talking to an illiterate here, so anything beyond cutting and pasting will probably be beyond me. If it is, I'll just have to keep admiring all of yours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 February, 2010, 06:13:20 pm
1. Upload the photo to somewhere on the Internet.  Your ISP may give you some free webspace (and the instructions for copying files to it) or you can use Flickr/Photobucket.  The photo should be no larger than 640 x 480 (or 480 x 640 if it's "portrait" format").

2. Paste the link into a new forum message, highlight it and then click the image icon, which is the one underneath "B" (for Bold).  This will add the image tags.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 14 February, 2010, 07:53:37 pm
(https://vstuff.virghttps://vstuff.virginmedia.com/n/50-17/share/LNK36684b785e1f960d0/inmedia.com/n/50-17/share/LNK75064b78543e0eaf0/)

As I said, I'll have to stick with looking at yours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 14 February, 2010, 08:38:32 pm
I'd suggest trying photobucket as even when I use the link in your post I can't see the picture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 14 February, 2010, 09:21:03 pm
At a guess, TEC used the link of the page that the image was on, and that page was somewhere on Virgin's servers, and protected by a password.

Assuming that we would be "alllowed" to see the image, you probably need to get the URL of the image, not the page.

If you right click on the image, and select an option like "Properties", there will be an URL of the image itself, which will often (but not always) end in .jpg or .JPG.

That's what you need to copy into a post, and click on the Image icon (as described by Roger earlier).

It may be easier to use a free account on one of the services like PhotoBucket, Picasa, Flickr etc rather than Virgin's own web site, if you don't know how to drive that.  The other services are widely enough used that people can provide specific advice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dave r on 14 February, 2010, 10:45:52 pm
My fixed commuter and general runabout

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Sunday best

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 February, 2010, 10:47:12 am
Nice Pearson.  Shite bike parking. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 15 February, 2010, 05:37:53 pm
You've no idea how difficult I have found this, but if it works, thanks to those who gave me instructions.

Tourer, have since changed brakes and put on an IQ Fly.

(https://vstuff.virginmedia.com/n/50-17/share/LNK29174b798540ac06e/)


Sort of road bike I built up, called banana bike for obvious reasons

(https://vstuff.virginmedia.com/n/50-17/share/LNK61014b7985bd362e7/)

If these work I'll post pictures of my fixie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 15 February, 2010, 05:44:00 pm
Tail End Charlie, those URLs don't look like they're image URLs (although they could be).  They also end up asking for a username and password, so it looks like something which you've logged into, but which the rest of us can't get access to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 February, 2010, 05:47:32 pm
I managed to see the tourer (nice use of Carradice, btw :thumbsup: ) by c&p into the address bar and clicking to view rather than download.  But I suspect there's a better way to link them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dave r on 15 February, 2010, 10:06:21 pm
Quote from: clarion on 15 February, 2010, 10:47:12 am
Nice Pearson.  Shite bike parking. :(

Thank you, its got a clicking bottom bracket at the moment but it goes well, that's one of the better places round here for bike parking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 16 February, 2010, 08:31:28 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 February, 2010, 05:47:32 pm
I managed to see the tourer (nice use of Carradice, btw :thumbsup: ) by c&p into the address bar and clicking to view rather than download.  But I suspect there's a better way to link them.

I wish I could replicate your effort, I experimented with the URLs as much as I could and couldn't extract an image. :-\ :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 16 February, 2010, 01:35:46 pm
Quote from: andrew_s on 14 January, 2010, 08:00:09 pm
N+1

Singular Peregrine:
BB7 brakes, LX17 rims, XT rear, Schmidt front hubs, Marathon Winter tyres (for the time being), B17, Bagman QR, On-One Midge bars, XT rear mech, 105 front mech, 8-sp 11-30, 48/38/24 Impact, Berthoud mudguards.

Ah, you got it at last then!  Nice setup Andrew.  Shame about the seatpost/binder troubles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:23:56 pm
OK, let's try again. If this works I'll get some photos of my others.

Tourer, Outer Hebrides.

(http://tinypic.com/r/2wbrv5e/6)


Tourer again.

(http://tinypic.com/r/2rw95xk/6)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 18 February, 2010, 09:34:48 pm
No, you were still linking to the whole webpage not the JPG files directly.
I've fixed the image links in the quote below:

Great bike pics by the way!
Francis  :thumbsup:

Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:23:56 pm
OK, let's try again. If this works I'll get some photos of my others.

Tourer, Outer Hebrides.

(http://i46.tinypic.com/2wbrv5e.jpg)

Tourer again.

(http://i50.tinypic.com/2rw95xk.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:42:57 pm

Aha, thankyou so much, so is this right now ?? If it is it's my fixie taken at night which doesn't do justice to it's colour. Just had it powder coated a lovely sky blue.

(http://i50.tinypic.com/i599on.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:47:04 pm
I see it has worked, there's no stopping me now !!!!

My Ribble which is called banana bike which I have put bull bars on because they are so comfy.

(http://i48.tinypic.com/258tqhv.jpg)

And my utility bike, a converted 90's MTB.

(http://i47.tinypic.com/1gi2yp.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 18 February, 2010, 09:56:17 pm
I feel a bit discombobulated looking at that last pic - a bit like being at sea.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 18 February, 2010, 10:23:13 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:42:57 pm

Aha, thankyou so much, so is this right now ?? If it is it's my fixie taken at night which doesn't do justice to it's colour. Just had it powder coated a lovely sky blue.


Yup, photos are working for me.  Very much like that blue fixie.  One of my fixies is in bits in the shed waiting for me to arrange to get the frame resprayed/powder coated.  Currently I'm thinking of going down a cream route (like a Surly Steamroller).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 18 February, 2010, 10:26:16 pm
Oxford Blue is the new black.

Watch this space.. :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 18 February, 2010, 11:28:40 pm
I like the loaded up tourer, we need more shots of tourers in full all up mode. :thumbsup:

You do seem to have borrowed my yellow bar bag, and carradice rack bag though. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 19 February, 2010, 06:04:37 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:47:04 pm
I see it has worked, there's no stopping me now !!!!


It may be my internet connection being rubbish, but you might want to consider shriking the file sizes too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 19 February, 2010, 08:14:35 pm
Finished off my Kona smoke work bike today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/parts222025.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 19 February, 2010, 08:37:10 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 18 February, 2010, 09:47:04 pm
I see it has worked, there's no stopping me now !!!!

Is there a matching thread in "wanted" where you're looking for more pedals?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 20 February, 2010, 09:31:39 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 19 February, 2010, 08:14:35 pm
Finished off my Kona smoke work bike today.
Beautiful thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 February, 2010, 09:43:56 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 19 February, 2010, 08:14:35 pm
Finished off my Kona smoke work bike today

Looks pretty good  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 21 February, 2010, 10:43:57 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 19 February, 2010, 08:14:35 pm
Finished off my Kona smoke work bike today.

Very nice. I've not seen one of those before. Is it a new frame, or a rebuild of an old one?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 February, 2010, 05:08:12 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 21 February, 2010, 10:43:57 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 19 February, 2010, 08:14:35 pm
Finished off my Kona smoke work bike today.

Very nice. I've not seen one of those before. Is it a new frame, or a rebuild of an old one?

No its new, Rutland cycles have been selling them off cheap.

This is it as standard when I got it.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/parts222004.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: saturn on 22 February, 2010, 12:26:37 pm
Zerofour Evolution Audax - sadly no longer in production.

[img height=480 width=640]http://www.beaconrcc.org.uk/gallery/members/zerofour.jpg[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 22 February, 2010, 12:47:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 February, 2010, 05:08:12 pm
This is it as standard when I got it.

What changes have you made?

I like the finished bike!  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nuovo_record on 22 February, 2010, 01:26:58 pm
my holdsworth "nuovo record" - 1 year of production only - only change is that i am adding ergo's
 
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l253/accent_01/bike/holdsworthNR.jpg)

and my newly built holdsworth single speed

(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l253/accent_01/bike/bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 22 February, 2010, 01:49:25 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 22 February, 2010, 12:47:44 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 February, 2010, 05:08:12 pm
This is it as standard when I got it.

What changes have you made?

I like the finished bike!  8)

Well I kept the frame / forks and brakes.

Spec is Easton Ea50 bars / stem and seatpost, Sugano RD cranks with a single 42t ring, 105 (9spd) rear mech, 12/23 cassette, KMC chain, single Deore shifter, Deore Hubs on Mavic Open sport rims (700c), Schwalbe Stelvio Tyres, Charge Spoon Saddle, BBB Leather grips.

Needs better brakes which I will be sorting soon, did not cost loads to sort as I had most of the bits from unstarted projects.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 22 February, 2010, 02:44:29 pm
Quote from: saturn on 22 February, 2010, 12:26:37 pm
Zerofour Evolution Audax - sadly no longer in production.

[img height=480 width=640]http://www.beaconrcc.org.uk/gallery/members/zerofour.jpg[/img]

Nice, and very subtle.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 February, 2010, 02:48:29 pm
Quote from: saturn on 22 February, 2010, 12:26:37 pm
Zerofour Evolution Audax - sadly no longer in production.

Tasty. A mile eater. What seat post is that you have there, looks to have a decent amount of set-back?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: saturn on 22 February, 2010, 09:10:02 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 22 February, 2010, 02:48:29 pm
Tasty. A mile eater. What seat post is that you have there, looks to have a decent amount of set-back?

Thanks. I think it's just a bog standard unbranded carbon seatpost - I was on my budget limit so was fairly thrifty with bits that I didn't think were too important, or which could easily be upgraded later. The spec sheet says the tip of the saddle is 69.7mm (!) behind the bottom bracket if that's what set-back refers to?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 24 February, 2010, 09:17:37 pm
My Kettwiesel last weekend.

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h158/torfness/CIMG0934-1.jpg)

Ideal transport for snow and ice, sped over large stretches of sheet ice that would have had me off on a two wheeler.  Two wheel drive also helps for the steep bits - though had a bit of a "moment" when both rear wheels locked going downhill with a bit too much momentum to loose...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 24 February, 2010, 09:50:15 pm
Quote from: alexb on 02 February, 2010, 02:09:38 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 09:55:18 am
Cotic Roadrat with drops, Alfine 8sp, V brakes, Marathon Plus, mudguards, generator hub


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138_b.jpg)


Try dropping the SQR as low down the seat post as possible. I found this makes the CofG lower and the bike doesn't "sway" as much when you're climbing out of the saddle.

I have actually raised the SQR since this photo as the saddle bag is so large ( a Super C ) that it was hitting the mudguards
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 February, 2010, 09:51:18 pm
Lovely looking machine there Sigurd.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 25 February, 2010, 12:13:13 am
This is possibly one of the oldest bikes in Britain, though it is not known how it came into the possession of our club. The pedals do go round, and whilst the style may be current for the time, it seems a bit dated now. The cycling attire of the rider lends authenticity to the machine.

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 February, 2010, 01:32:20 am
Quote from: vorsprung on 24 February, 2010, 09:50:15 pm
Quote from: alexb on 02 February, 2010, 02:09:38 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 09:55:18 am
Cotic Roadrat with drops, Alfine 8sp, V brakes, Marathon Plus, mudguards, generator hub


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138_b.jpg)


Try dropping the SQR as low down the seat post as possible. I found this makes the CofG lower and the bike doesn't "sway" as much when you're climbing out of the saddle.

I have actually raised the SQR since this photo as the saddle bag is so large ( a Super C ) that it was hitting the mudguards

Is it cruel to ask if they also make them in your size?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 26 February, 2010, 04:39:43 pm
Finally got out on my Aravis Super Tourist for a ride today.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4020/4390176466_404e650a0c.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4389398009_df6ea4a932.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2779/4389391801_83fd0bb1f2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 February, 2010, 04:41:02 pm
Can you swap that pile of washers for a headtube? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 26 February, 2010, 04:41:49 pm
You should put the first picture last.  ;)

In order of squash consumption.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 26 February, 2010, 07:17:18 pm
I like the Aravis - really nice bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 February, 2010, 10:21:52 pm
Dirty but hard-working and much loved (photo by Superstoker)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000683.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 28 February, 2010, 02:02:48 pm
(http://sites.google.com/site/perpetualdancycling/_/rsrc/1267365544195/Home/pictures/trek-wpier-800.jpg)

I've finally had film processed, so here's a slightly delayed (from 2nd January) picture of a seafront ride with my mostly-commuter bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 28 February, 2010, 07:12:14 pm
N+1 ebay buy (plus bits from spares box) which has been assigned to utility (read heavy shopping and recycling centre) duties. Very impressed for just over 100 notes, and it's the first MTB I've owned. One of the gear shifters had to be replaced (a tenner from CRC's sales stock), and the brakes are going to be replaced with something that works better than the current items.

Brooks on an MTB - of course you can!

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2755/4395113575_b31fa76e67_o.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 28 February, 2010, 07:20:09 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 28 February, 2010, 07:12:14 pm

Brooks on an MTB - of course you can!

yes indeed:my mtb has a B17 on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 28 February, 2010, 07:22:05 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 28 February, 2010, 07:12:14 pm
Brooks on an MTB - of course you can!

I'm thinking of putting a Brooks saddle on my carbon bike. Why sacrifice comfort for looks?

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 28 February, 2010, 07:41:47 pm
I have a Brooks on my carbon bike too.A titanium-railed Swallow.The Langster also has the same type of saddle.
I have never regretted having my backside surgically altered to match the Brooks factory-template ;)
Quote
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 28 February, 2010, 07:42:46 pm
That will be a Y-Frame Large trailer?  Very useful - I swithered about getting the small one or the large one, but when you're pulling several bags of cement and assorted odds and ends an extra kg more on the trailer hardly matters - plus the bigger load area makes all the difference.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 28 February, 2010, 07:53:06 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 28 February, 2010, 07:42:46 pm
That will be a Y-Frame Large trailer?  Very useful - I swithered about getting the small one or the large one, but when you're pulling several bags of cement and assorted odds and ends an extra kg more on the trailer hardly matters - plus the bigger load area makes all the difference.

Still swithering about what the ideal affordable box or bag should be used with said trailer to retrieve a weeks worth of groceries...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 28 February, 2010, 08:05:47 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 28 February, 2010, 07:53:06 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 28 February, 2010, 07:42:46 pm
That will be a Y-Frame Large trailer?  Very useful - I swithered about getting the small one or the large one, but when you're pulling several bags of cement and assorted odds and ends an extra kg more on the trailer hardly matters - plus the bigger load area makes all the difference.

Still swithering about what the ideal affordable box or bag should be used with said trailer to retrieve a weeks worth of groceries...

Definitely go for the Y Frame large trailer. I'm using boxes I bought in B&Q; pay a bit more for something that's a bit tougher than the norm. I can cope with two of the large boxes stacked on the trailer. Anything more  could get ridiculously heavy, especially if you buy a lot of "liquids". The perennial problem of where to put rear lights has been solved using a couple of IKEA short table legs screwed into the rear of the trailer deck and as an added bonus they add an extra layer of security against stuff slipping off the back. A couple of SMART superflashes do more than enough too keep the bad boys away.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 01 March, 2010, 08:43:33 pm
Damn, I've been thinking about getting a trailer and had decided on a single wheeled one, but your pictures have made me unsure again.

DON'T suggest buying one of each. N+1 can't apply to trailers aswell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 March, 2010, 08:46:47 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 01 March, 2010, 08:43:33 pm
Damn, I've been thinking about getting a trailer and had decided on a single wheeled one, but your pictures have made me unsure again.

DON'T suggest buying one of each. N+1 can't apply to trailers aswell.

(http://www.foundshit.com/pictures/cars/road-train-truck-02.jpg)

You know it makes sense.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 March, 2010, 09:06:43 pm
I looked at my bike today and thought it looked really sharp.  I am very pleased with the set up and colour scheme.  Mrs G has hidden the camera.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 March, 2010, 09:39:50 pm
There's been some flooding. I felt safe knowing that I could retreat to to bin on the back should it get hairy.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2729/4397624347_80585b83ee.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 01 March, 2010, 10:44:31 pm
Quote from: Grub on 01 March, 2010, 09:06:43 pm
I looked at my bike today and thought it looked really sharp.  I am very pleased with the set up and colour scheme.  Mrs G has hidden the camera.  ::-)

Is this because you have more photos of your bikes than of your children?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 March, 2010, 07:41:40 am
No, I have plenty of photos of my children  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 02 March, 2010, 07:43:54 am
Quote from: Grub on 02 March, 2010, 07:41:40 am
No, I have plenty of photos of my children  ;D

You have children?!?!

Given how much you spend on your bikes, how can you afford them?   ???






 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 02 March, 2010, 11:53:23 pm
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/konasmoke024.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/konasmoke014.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 03 March, 2010, 09:13:20 am
*drool*

8) :) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 03 March, 2010, 09:15:41 am
Nicely set up Smoke there -  a colleague recently bought one but it's an ungainly beast, so it's interesting to see how one can look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2010, 09:28:15 am
That looks right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 03 March, 2010, 09:35:17 am
Nice.  If Lance had that he'd be Stretch Armstrong.

(it seems more acute at a glance than it really is)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 March, 2010, 06:43:32 pm
It's bike photography in the style of Robert Mapplethorpe.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 March, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Seat post looks too long to me.  How much is left in the frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 03 March, 2010, 06:57:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 March, 2010, 06:43:32 pm
It's bike photography in the style of Robert Mapplethorpe.

..without the buttocks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 03 March, 2010, 09:29:20 pm
Quote from: Grub on 03 March, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Seat post looks too long to me.  How much is left in the frame?

Loads it is a 410mm seatpost, been out today and had to lower it a bit.

Thanks all for the comments.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 March, 2010, 10:05:50 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 03 March, 2010, 06:57:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 March, 2010, 06:43:32 pm
It's bike photography in the style of Robert Mapplethorpe.

..without the buttocks.
Or the testicles strapped to a board.  It's not a Brooks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 March, 2010, 10:08:10 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 03 March, 2010, 09:29:20 pm
Quote from: Grub on 03 March, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Seat post looks too long to me.  How much is left in the frame?

Loads it is a 410mm seatpost, been out today and had to lower it a bit.

Thanks all for the comments.

Phew.  On one of my previous MTBs I had a long seat post.  I still remember when it broke and nearly gave me a new arsehole.  It was not a pleasant experience.

Does it flex much?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 03 March, 2010, 10:30:30 pm
It would have made a good Mapplethorpe photo though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 03 March, 2010, 10:57:11 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 03 March, 2010, 09:29:20 pm
Quote from: Grub on 03 March, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Seat post looks too long to me.  How much is left in the frame?

Loads it is a 410mm seatpost, been out today and had to lower it a bit.

Thanks all for the comments.

Seeing you bike reminds me how badly I need to get the Honky Tonk setup...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 03 March, 2010, 11:53:52 pm
Quote from: Grub on 03 March, 2010, 10:08:10 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 03 March, 2010, 09:29:20 pm
Quote from: Grub on 03 March, 2010, 06:56:28 pm
Seat post looks too long to me.  How much is left in the frame?

Loads it is a 410mm seatpost, been out today and had to lower it a bit.

Thanks all for the comments.

Phew.  On one of my previous MTBs I had a long seat post.  I still remember when it broke and nearly gave me a new arsehole.  It was not a pleasant experience.

Does it flex much?

Yes the post was not brill so have switched to a proper MTB inline post today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 04 March, 2010, 11:10:51 am
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4058/4406282114_059f5326c3_b.jpg)

Not sure he intended it to be used as a bike stand. This is the statue that has been nicknamed 'Oor Willie' by the ladies of the Maggies Centre.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 04 March, 2010, 11:13:03 am
Quote from: David Martin on 04 March, 2010, 11:10:51 am
Not sure he intended it to be used as a bike stand. This is the statue that has been nicknamed 'Oor Willie' by the ladies of the Maggies Centre.
Aye, I can see why: that's some willie he's got there.  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 04 March, 2010, 01:52:24 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v187/furball80/0_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 04 March, 2010, 02:35:10 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 25 February, 2010, 01:32:20 am
Quote from: vorsprung on 19 January, 2010, 09:55:18 am
Cotic Roadrat with drops, Alfine 8sp, V brakes, Marathon Plus, mudguards, generator hub


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138.jpg)
 (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4286999547_5de4f31138_b.jpg)


Is it cruel to ask if they also make them in your size?  :P

it's strange, I'm 6'2" and that size is a "medium short"

With a 120mm stem the bike feels too long.  With 100mm it feels about right.  The virtual top tube distance ( "as if" it had a horizontal top tube ) is 56cm,  nearly the same as my custom PBP bike.
The next size up has a 58cm top tube.  Maybe I should have got that and used a 80mm stem.

The distance down to the drops is more than my PBP bike and it feels quite low.  Still comfortable, but low feeling.  This is no big deal as I don't ride a long distance on the drops on this bike.

It feels really good when I'm riding on the hoods, which is ideal for a commuting bike.

To summarise, I would have preferred an extra 2cm of seat tube and 1cm less of top tube but this size does work for me, despite looking a bit odd
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fidgetbuzz on 04 March, 2010, 05:22:49 pm
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx162/fidgetbuzz/Zed2.jpg)

having just put up an image of the new fixie - I thought that I would give Zed an airing too. Zerofour from Matt Gibbons - who i think has stopped making the range now.
Anyway - a cracking comfortable bike for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 04 March, 2010, 08:43:40 pm
Having altered to fit (shorter, more upright, stem and short(er) reach/shallow(er) drops) took the Virago for its first (12 mile) test today. Longest ride with drops for about 12 months. And....it really is a very nice bicycle! Obviously one can get a better and lighter full carbon race rep, BUT I doubt any would be better vfm - especially not at the near half list price that I paid for it.

Think I'll be keeping it!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/ViragoAlt.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 04 March, 2010, 08:54:52 pm
 :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 04 March, 2010, 08:58:51 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 01 March, 2010, 08:43:33 pm
DON'T suggest buying one of each. N+1 can't apply to trailers aswell.

Oh yes it can. We have an Extrawheel for use with the tandem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 05 March, 2010, 12:58:27 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 04 March, 2010, 08:58:51 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 01 March, 2010, 08:43:33 pm
DON'T suggest buying one of each. N+1 can't apply to trailers aswell.

Oh yes it can. We have an Extrawheel for use with the tandem.
We have 3 trailers between the 2 of us. 2 single wheel and one 2 wheeled.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 05 March, 2010, 07:59:29 pm
I've got a single wheeled trailer (Bob Yak), but I've been very tempted to buy something like a Carry Freedom Large Y Frame two wheeled trailer, for heavy loads.  I haven't quite been able to justify it yet!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 05 March, 2010, 08:27:17 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 04 March, 2010, 02:35:10 pm
it's strange, I'm 6'2" and that size is a "medium short"

With a 120mm stem the bike feels too long.  With 100mm it feels about right.  The virtual top tube distance ( "as if" it had a horizontal top tube ) is 56cm,  nearly the same as my custom PBP bike.
The next size up has a 58cm top tube.  Maybe I should have got that and used a 80mm stem.

The distance down to the drops is more than my PBP bike and it feels quite low.  Still comfortable, but low feeling.  This is no big deal as I don't ride a long distance on the drops on this bike.

It feels really good when I'm riding on the hoods, which is ideal for a commuting bike.

To summarise, I would have preferred an extra 2cm of seat tube and 1cm less of top tube but this size does work for me, despite looking a bit odd

Ah OK, the stem looks longer than that - I think the angle of the piccy is a bit deceptive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 06 March, 2010, 03:05:13 pm
In amongst all the whizzy bling, may I offer this?

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2519.jpg)

I've put it together for my daughter (aged 26), who needs a new station commuter because she's just moved house to the top of a hill.

From the LBS: 15" frameset, headset, adjustable stem, bars, grips, combined levers, rear Deore hub, propstand.

From the pile of bits in the garage: Marathon+ tyres, Open Sport rims, SON dynohub, Nitto racks F&R, Dura Ace rear mech, Ultegra cranks, BB and 9-speed cassette. V brakes, chain, pedals, saddle, seatpost, Solidlight front, Cateye rear, mudguards, basket!

I removed the big ring from the Ultegra triple so that I could fit the chainguard. I bought new levers because my spares were just so tatty that they spoiled the "new" look of the bike. The saddle on her old bike is a white ex-Dahon thing with flowers. I have to go and swap them over tomorrow.... I think she'd really like handlebar streamers too  ::-)

That was a lovely, satisfying project!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Third ride on the new CAAD9 this morning and it is a greeeat bike...  ;D ;D ;D Now I must clear these flying bugs and the spray off my face and teeth!! And get a picture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 06 March, 2010, 03:09:11 pm
Very nicely done, Gordy  :) Well thought out. Nitto rack works well on the canti mounts, very neat. Expensive lighting setup for a station bike - security QR skewers might be worth considering?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 06 March, 2010, 03:13:13 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Third ride on the new CAAD9 this morning and it is a greeeat bike...  ;D ;D ;D Now I must clear these flying bugs and the spray off my face and teeth!! And get a picture.

did u get bbq ? mine looks awesome with the 105 wheels
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 March, 2010, 03:14:17 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Third ride on the new CAAD9 this morning and it is a greeeat bike...  ;D ;D ;D Now I must clear these flying bugs and the spray off my face and teeth!! And get a picture.

Riding the TCR yesterday reminded me how different a proper stiff race bike can be.  Especially noticeable after 6 months on a more relaxing ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:31:50 pm
Quote from: finch on 06 March, 2010, 03:13:13 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Third ride on the new CAAD9 this morning and it is a greeeat bike...  ;D ;D ;D Now I must clear these flying bugs and the spray off my face and teeth!! And get a picture.

did u get bbq ? mine looks awesome with the 105 wheels

No, I breached all my principles: I went for the shiny, exhuberant, Ferrari-red model. I wanted to show off this gorgeaous frame! Even the spokes' nipples and inonised red... Not only does it ride well, but the attention to detail in the equipment and design makes it a special machine. Bring on the nice days I say!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:33:04 pm
Quote from: Grub on 06 March, 2010, 03:14:17 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:07:18 pm
Third ride on the new CAAD9 this morning and it is a greeeat bike...  ;D ;D ;D Now I must clear these flying bugs and the spray off my face and teeth!! And get a picture.

Riding the TCR yesterday reminded me how different a proper stiff race bike can be.  Especially noticeable after 6 months on a more relaxing ride.

Yep, 6 months of riding the Pompino probably make the Cannondale extra special too!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 06 March, 2010, 03:41:17 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 06 March, 2010, 03:09:11 pm
Very nicely done, Gordy  :) Well thought out. Nitto rack works well on the canti mounts, very neat. Expensive lighting setup for a station bike - security QR skewers might be worth considering?

Thanks. the bike looks really good in a quaint way.

I wondered long and hard about using my once-expensive components. In the end I just decided that these things were better off in daily use than getting scratched in a dusty box. Much of the transmission has been to Barcelona and Niagara Falls... the racks have been up the Pacific Highway and round the North Sea amongst other places, and it is good to see them passed on, as it were.

The only thing I'd be annoyed about losing to a station thief is the dynohub. I've fitted allen key skewers and all the bolt heads are filled with plastic metal stuff. A thief is unlikely to consider a tiny ladies shopper as an attractive target, so I've just got my fingers crossed really.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 06 March, 2010, 03:51:08 pm
Excellent build up, Gordy, does you proud. Bikes like this have a bit of soul in them. I hope your daughter appreciates.
I must say you have a fantastic spares box for it to contain both a dynohub and a Solidlights !!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 March, 2010, 05:15:49 pm
Gordy,
I bet you are well satisfied with that.  I trust she will have a decent lock for the stay at the station too?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 06 March, 2010, 05:40:00 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:33:04 pm
Yep, 6 months of riding the Pompino probably make the Cannondale extra special too!!

Which version do you have Frenchie?? I'm seriously considering a Cannondale caad9 Tiagra as the 'ospital has restarted Bike2work, and at 1000 of your English pounds there's a definite lack of bikes that don't appear to have been designed by a teenage boy. And my Ribble is, to be honest, an Ugly Thing, but does have 105 bits which could be swapped over.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 08 March, 2010, 09:24:44 am
Quote from: clifftaylor on 06 March, 2010, 05:40:00 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 06 March, 2010, 03:33:04 pm
Yep, 6 months of riding the Pompino probably make the Cannondale extra special too!!

Which version do you have Frenchie?? I'm seriously considering a Cannondale caad9 Tiagra as the 'ospital has restarted Bike2work, and at 1000 of your English pounds there's a definite lack of bikes that don't appear to have been designed by a teenage boy. And my Ribble is, to be honest, an Ugly Thing, but does have 105 bits which could be swapped over.

I bought the 105. Evans gave me 10% off due to my membership cards and the 0% APR 12-month payment deal. A really, really nice package.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 08 March, 2010, 09:28:18 am
Quote from: Gordy on 06 March, 2010, 03:05:13 pm
IFrom the pile of bits in the garage: Marathon+ tyres, Open Sport rims, SON dynohub, Nitto racks F&R, Dura Ace rear mech, Ultegra cranks, BB and 9-speed cassette. V brakes, chain, pedals, saddle, seatpost, Solidlight front, Cateye rear, mudguards, basket!

That's a wonderful pile of spares! Dura ace on a bike with a basket is a fantastic combination. It's a really, really nice bike.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 10:55:42 am
It's still a work in progress, but should be completed this week or next - just need to swap components from current bike (Chorus 2008 goupset) and set up. First big TT event for me is in 3 weeks time! Hoping this machine will help me improve on last years time, if it doesn't, something somewhere has gone seriously wrong! ;)

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_DV_oaxTZ6I0/S5GIs8A2aAI/AAAAAAAAANM/Dnr0T_KaOIA/s640/REX_PRO_TT_1.jpg)

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_DV_oaxTZ6I0/S5GIs43BfhI/AAAAAAAAANQ/ZHIaWnR0Sbs/s640/REX_PRO_TT_2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 08 March, 2010, 10:58:16 am
I quite like your wallpaper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 08 March, 2010, 11:01:00 am
Quote from: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 10:55:42 am

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_DV_oaxTZ6I0/S5GIs8A2aAI/AAAAAAAAANM/Dnr0T_KaOIA/s640/REX_PRO_TT_1.jpg)


I have another cute little wicker basket that would fit nicely on to those sticky out bits.

Handy for nipping to the shops?

 ;D ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 March, 2010, 11:02:35 am
Could you turn the volume doen on the wheels, please?

btw, are they Zipps?  I can't really tell... :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 08 March, 2010, 11:20:31 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 06 March, 2010, 03:51:08 pm
Excellent build up, Gordy, does you proud.

+1

Daughter is very lucky. Hope she appreciates what a well set-up machine she has there.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 11:34:51 am
Well it certainly looks ZoomZoom Tokamak :thumbsup:
To improve on previous times can I suggest thst it would be beneficial to fit some pedals :demon:
well somebody had to say it innit?

& the £ of those wheels could have bought you a c....oh,never no mind ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 March, 2010, 11:39:24 am
Very nice, токамак.
But is it any faster than that Dave Yates you bought last summer?  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 12:08:38 pm
Quote from: eck on 08 March, 2010, 11:39:24 am
Very nice, токамак.
But is it any faster than that Dave Yates you bought last summer?  :-\

You know, I was actually thinking this morning that if the weather is crappy for any of the club evening tens this year, I'll just take the Dave Yates rather than get this one mucky. At least I'd register a time and get some points! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 March, 2010, 12:13:33 pm
Quote from: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 10:55:42 am
It's still a work in progress

Very cool  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 08 March, 2010, 01:23:03 pm
Quote from: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 11:34:51 am
To improve on previous times can I suggest thst it would be beneficial to fit some pedals :demon:

That bad boy looks so fast I don't think he actually needs pedals!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 08 March, 2010, 01:56:09 pm
Quote from: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 10:55:42 am
It's still a work in progress, but should be completed this week or next - just need to swap components from current bike (Chorus 2008 goupset) and set up. First big TT event for me is in 3 weeks time! Hoping this machine will help me improve on last years time, if it doesn't, something somewhere has gone seriously wrong! ;)

Those wheels must've been quite an investment! I've always thought as you that a bike / parts that nice are only for the good weather days, in which case I would've been tempted to go for the very deep (100mm?) rim on the front and a disc on the back. Hell, a second hand HED disc probably would've been cheaper than one of those Zipps!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 08 March, 2010, 01:58:31 pm
Quote from: bobb on 08 March, 2010, 01:23:03 pm
Quote from: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 11:34:51 am
To improve on previous times can I suggest thst it would be beneficial to fit some pedals :demon:

That bad boy looks so fast I don't think he actually needs pedals!!
He's entering the British Hobby Horse Championships
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 08 March, 2010, 03:41:29 pm
Very nice Tokamak  :thumbsup:  Bradley Wiggins was dq'd for using a zipp 1080 as a front wheel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 08 March, 2010, 04:22:21 pm
Quote from: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 11:34:51 am
Well it certainly looks ZoomZoom Tokamak :thumbsup:
To improve on previous times can I suggest thst it would be beneficial to fit some pedals :demon:
well somebody had to say it innit?

Actually what I expected someone to say was:

"Chains a bit... erm... missing..."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 08 March, 2010, 05:48:38 pm
you just did
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 08 March, 2010, 09:12:36 pm
Quote from: MSeries on 08 March, 2010, 01:58:31 pm

He's entering the British Hobby Horse Championships

You think it doesn't happen?

(http://www.v-cc.org.uk/Dandy%20Chargers.JPG)


 :o :o :o

(The one in the deerstalker lives in our village)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 March, 2010, 09:24:10 pm
Cool mags.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 08 March, 2010, 09:25:01 pm
Now I know where Obree got his inspiration for the Superman position.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 08 March, 2010, 09:57:40 pm

Wot no chain tattoos?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 08 March, 2010, 09:59:19 pm
Quote from: токамак on 08 March, 2010, 10:55:42 am
It's still a work in progress, but should be completed this week or next - just need to swap components from current bike (Chorus 2008 goupset) and set up. First big TT event for me is in 3 weeks time! Hoping this machine will help me improve on last years time, if it doesn't, something somewhere has gone seriously wrong! ;)


What does your profile look like in a TT position? The bars look quite high for a low pro (or maybe you have very short upper arms).

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 09 March, 2010, 09:44:31 am
I don't know what my position will look like until I've set it all up, the stem is pretty much as low down the steerer as it will go - something like only a 5mm spacer between it and the headset. The frame isn't TT spec. so it's a bit of a compromise. It's a small road-racing frame. It will have to do for now. The clip on tri bars will need to be cut down - I'm not going for the superman position! It's a 404 on the front, I'm pretty lightweight and thought it would be easier to handle. The 1080 rear wouldn't be allowed in a bunch race.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 10 March, 2010, 08:45:31 pm
This tyre was on my winter bike. With black casing and lots of road dirt I hadn't noticed how tired it was getting. Time for a change, methinks!

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2763/4423347700_81a7e255e6_b.jpg)

And close-up

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4422582393_14facf310a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BrianI on 10 March, 2010, 10:03:43 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 10 March, 2010, 08:45:31 pm
This tyre was on my winter bike. With black casing and lots of road dirt I hadn't noticed how tired it was getting. Time for a change, methinks!
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4422582393_14facf310a.jpg[/img]
Would you say you've had your money's worth though? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 10 March, 2010, 10:16:05 pm
I should think so. Must have done 3k miles which is good for one of those.. It's the price you pay for having tyres that are fast and very very grippy. Maybe they should have a name that relfects just how grippy they are?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 March, 2010, 06:02:52 pm
As it was sunny, I took the time trial bike out for a ride. I fitted different bars and stem  recently, and wanted to try the new position,

It's a 'Bitsa' - Ribble frame & fork, Ultegra drive-train, Ksyrium (rebuilt by me) rear wheel, an amazingly good A Class front wheel.

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/tt2-1.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/tt1-1.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 13 March, 2010, 07:59:25 pm
How do the brakes work on that, WJ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 March, 2010, 08:34:19 pm
Telepathy.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 13 March, 2010, 08:58:47 pm
Those sticky-out bars make it look like an insect. Is it fast (when propelled by you)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 March, 2010, 09:05:19 pm
Nice idea there, John.

I see you've been on the ol' lathe again.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 March, 2010, 09:21:54 pm
It looks quicker going downhill:  ;)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/tt3.jpg)

The brakes are actually in the ends of the bars - a commercial product, rather than my own design. Bend the end of the bar in any direction to apply the brakes. Only works with the cable routed inside the bars.

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/quikstop.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 March, 2010, 09:26:36 pm
I saw a new take on brake levers just a few days ago.
They had used an open cable suspended between two supports either side of the grip.
(think tightrope) I can't now find the link to the picture.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 13 March, 2010, 10:05:16 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 13 March, 2010, 09:21:54 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/quikstop.jpg)

 Ah, that's what Richard Keys is doing these days.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 13 March, 2010, 10:36:55 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 13 March, 2010, 09:26:36 pm
I saw a new take on brake levers just a few days ago.
They had used an open cable suspended between two supports either side of the grip.
(think tightrope) I can't now find the link to the picture.  ::-)

I saw that too - from NAHBS.  Was on flickr somewhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 March, 2010, 10:39:01 pm
Quote from: chris n on 13 March, 2010, 10:36:55 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 13 March, 2010, 09:26:36 pm
I saw a new take on brake levers just a few days ago.
They had used an open cable suspended between two supports either side of the grip.
(think tightrope) I can't now find the link to the picture.  ::-)

I saw that too - from NAHBS.  Was on flickr somewhere.

That's the one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 13 March, 2010, 11:02:46 pm
This one? http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/photos/north-american-handmade-bicycle-show-2010-part-seven/109825 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 13 March, 2010, 11:04:28 pm
Yep, that's it.  Quite neat.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 13 March, 2010, 11:05:16 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 13 March, 2010, 11:02:46 pm
This one? Cykelmagaren Showed Off This Novel Brake Design. Pulling The Section Of Housing In Between The Two Clamps Effectively Increases Tension In The Cable And Clamps The Caliper On The Rim. Photos  | Cyclingnews.com (http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/photos/north-american-handmade-bicycle-show-2010-part-seven/109825)

Your Fu is extraordinary.  :thumbsup:

Ah, the cable is sleeved between the supports. A bit cheese wiry, else.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 14 March, 2010, 12:32:42 am
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 13 March, 2010, 11:05:16 pm

Your Fu is extraordinary.  :thumbsup:

Ah, the cable is sleeved between the supports. A bit cheese wiry, else.

Nah - someone had posted something from bikesnob on here somewhere, and I'd skim read a couple of posts, including one about this design (described as "should be a hot seller among those who hate both bar tape and gloves--or among those who prefer squeezing small sections of wire instead of comfortable brake levers in order to slow their bikes") and remembered it :)  My memory for random_stuff is better than my googlage!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 March, 2010, 07:22:28 am
I quite often stop by pulling the rear brake cable at the top tube, usually if I'm riding with no hands.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 March, 2010, 06:18:30 pm
cleverdick.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 March, 2010, 06:23:05 pm
from Steve Sloan, SJSU Tech on a mission: June 2009 (http://sloantech.blogspot.com/2009_06_01_archive.html)

Quote
Many of the people who ride bicycles on the sidewalks at SJSU do so in ways that risk serious injury to themselves and others. Cyclists riding with no hands are unable to take evasive action if a pedestrian, cart or disabled person steps into their path. Usually cyclists who ride like this way are not wearing helmets.

This bike position is especially prone to falling. These cyclists, as well as endangering others, risk head injuries that could kill them or leave them permanently disabled.

(http://www.peeble.com/vs.jpg)

/grammar nazi

Ever had a cart step into your path?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 14 March, 2010, 08:13:40 pm
Ahh the Flatulence ride of 2009! How I remember it well. I must be either out the front or more like strung out way behind fixing a shipped chain...
Of note is Velo Yello's Llewelynn ( NAHBS 2010 best paint) Just for interest of the previous posters brake comments..  Video also now posted on the Fixed Gear Gallery for the "cable" brakes..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 March, 2010, 08:36:12 pm
my n+1 moment inspired by entirely blamed on Frenchie in this thread  (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=28802.0)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1010092.jpg)

it's not new, has a couple of cosmetic scratches in the top coat and a few chips in the paint round where the cable goes into the frame, but it rides absolutely beautifully and will hopefully help me hang on to the fast bunch on a sunday morning!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 14 March, 2010, 09:18:08 pm
Blimey, Roger...  what lumen output is your head?   8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 14 March, 2010, 10:00:21 pm
That Cervelo appeals to the repressed club racer in me. What does it weigh? Almost nothing I bet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 March, 2010, 10:04:23 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 14 March, 2010, 10:00:21 pm
That Cervelo appeals to the repressed club racer in me. What does it weigh? Almost nothing I bet.

no idea...  quite a lot less than my belly :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 14 March, 2010, 10:08:43 pm
Mike, that bike is beautiful  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 14 March, 2010, 10:26:54 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 14 March, 2010, 06:23:05 pm
from Steve Sloan, SJSU Tech on a mission: June 2009 (http://sloantech.blogspot.com/2009_06_01_archive.html)

Quote
Usually cyclists who ride like this way are not wearing helmets.

This bike position is especially prone to falling.

/grammar nazi

Ever had a cart step into your path?  ;)
And note the other two abominations.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 15 March, 2010, 06:55:26 am
Quote from: mike on 14 March, 2010, 08:36:12 pm
my n+1 moment inspired by entirely blamed on Frenchie in this thread  (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=28802.0)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1010092.jpg)

it's not new, has a couple of cosmetic scratches in the top coat and a few chips in the paint round where the cable goes into the frame, but it rides absolutely beautifully and will hopefully help me hang on to the fast bunch on a sunday morning!



Very nice indeed. The Cervelo colour schemes were at their best as Team CSC bikes in my opinion.

If you can't hang on to the bunch on one of those, there's only one thing left to do.... train  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 15 March, 2010, 09:36:12 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 15 March, 2010, 06:55:26 am
If you can't hang on to the bunch on one of those, there's only one thing left to do.... train  ;)

Nah, you go and find a cafe and have some tea and cake. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 15 March, 2010, 09:48:43 am
I apologise, unreservedly.

BTW my new bike (http://www.davemellorcycles.com/img/pds2/ORA92C.jpg) has arrived too, in red livery as well.  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 15 March, 2010, 10:35:03 am
I finished building up my über-tourer at the weekend!

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/36033d7c.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/5e03394e.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/a83ffed4.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/2523447f.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/a12d567c.jpg)


More photos and all the details here (http://bicycleslut.wordpress.com/2010/03/15/roberts-transcontinental-tourer/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 15 March, 2010, 10:41:43 am
That's lovely, Charlotte. I've never said that about a bike with racks and mudguards before.   :thumbsup:
(bar a Swiss Army bike)
It's even 'zilla bright and clean too.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 15 March, 2010, 10:53:51 am
That does look very nice. The pump under the top tube looks like a great idea but requires a frame of a certain size. My short legs mean a shorter frame and I could chose between the pump or the bottles (tight enough getting the seat tube bottle in.)

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 March, 2010, 11:11:17 am
A Bike With A Purpose. :thumbsup:

Looks marvellous.  Great job. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 15 March, 2010, 11:57:54 am
Quote from: David Martin on 15 March, 2010, 10:53:51 am
That does look very nice. The pump under the top tube looks like a great idea but requires a frame of a certain size. My short legs mean a shorter frame and I could chose between the pump or the bottles (tight enough getting the seat tube bottle in.)

..d

Out of interest, what size frame do you ride? I have no problem getting a Zefal HpX and two bottles in a 51cm frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: F2H on 15 March, 2010, 12:23:52 pm
Nice bike Charlotte but (genuine question here) won't the front lamp make using a handlebar bag a bit of a bugger?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 12:25:11 pm
Very nice indeed C  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 15 March, 2010, 12:28:51 pm
Lovely.  Where is it going first?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 15 March, 2010, 02:38:10 pm
Ooh that is lovely. The steerer tube bracket for the Cyo is great. That font is also the nicest that Roberts do.

Hmm, I wonder if they do cyclescheme...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 15 March, 2010, 02:44:13 pm
That is really nice Charlotte :D. Just lacking a stoker seat really ;).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 15 March, 2010, 05:22:27 pm
Quote from: TimO on 15 March, 2010, 09:36:12 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 15 March, 2010, 06:55:26 am
If you can't hang on to the bunch on one of those, there's only one thing left to do.... train  ;)

Nah, you go and find a cafe and have some tea and cake. ;D

Making sure everyone else knows that the bike bling outside is yours, of course  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2010, 06:06:08 pm
Very nice.  Is the chain a bit short though*? 


*this is the geared equivalent of "chain's a bit slack", and you read it here first
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 15 March, 2010, 06:13:13 pm
Your bike is purty, Charlotte :)  And I don't often think that about bikes-which-aren't-black-or-as-near -as-makes-no-odds.  It also looks huge - I have a sneaking suspicion that the top tube would armpit height on me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 15 March, 2010, 07:22:27 pm
Charlotte, a ver' ver' ver' pertty bike but, is it not sans flaps?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Lucky on 15 March, 2010, 07:42:31 pm
Quote from: mike on 14 March, 2010, 08:36:12 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1010092.jpg)

 :thumbsup: Beautiful bike, Mike, and a reminder that it's about time I got around to posting a photo of my new toy:

(http://i43.tinypic.com/m61wn.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 15 March, 2010, 07:52:03 pm
I am loving that red Charlotte.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 15 March, 2010, 08:36:20 pm
Nice bike C
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 08:57:19 pm
Charlotte, I see in your blog that you mention Avid BB7s. Should that be Single Digit 7s?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 15 March, 2010, 09:04:20 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 15 March, 2010, 10:35:03 am

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Roberts%20Transcontinental/2523447f.jpg)



Are the rack and bars not aligned or is it just the angle the photo was taken at? The orientation of the logos on the stem cap seem to add to the problem.  >:(

Left hand brake lever also looks toe-in by a couple of degrees.

Otherwise: SHINEY  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 15 March, 2010, 09:15:36 pm
"I finished building up my über-tourer at the weekend!"

That is really rather nice! Alright....very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 15 March, 2010, 10:29:36 pm
Quote from: F2H on 15 March, 2010, 12:23:52 pm
Nice bike Charlotte but (genuine question here) won't the front lamp make using a handlebar bag a bit of a bugger?

Probably.  But I won't be using one, so it doesn't matter.  The only other options for light mounting aren't nearly as stable and solid.  Also, they would be more vulnerable and I like the height of the light, so this is pretty much the best solution for me.

Quote from: mike on 15 March, 2010, 12:28:51 pm
Lovely.  Where is it going first?

The Black Forest.  Mainly for cake, I hear it's good there.

Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2010, 06:06:08 pm
Very nice.  Is the chain a bit short though*? 


*this is the geared equivalent of "chain's a bit slack", and you read it here first

I should have shifted it to a more reasonable gear for the pics.  This chain length is a fair compromise given the huuuuge range on the ratios available.

Quote from: CrinklyLion on 15 March, 2010, 06:13:13 pm
Your bike is purty, Charlotte :)  And I don't often think that about bikes-which-aren't-black-or-as-near -as-makes-no-odds.  It also looks huge - I have a sneaking suspicion that the top tube would armpit height on me!

It's about a 57cm seat tube and a 56cm top tube.  Although only 5'10", I have an inside leg the same size as Zipperhead and he's 6'4"...

Quote from: fuzzy on 15 March, 2010, 07:22:27 pm
Charlotte, a ver' ver' ver' pertty bike but, is it not sans flaps?

My flaps are my own business, thank you very much  ::-)

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 08:57:19 pm
Charlotte, I see in your blog that you mention Avid BB7s. Should that be Single Digit 7s?

Yeah, probably...  :P

Quote from: Wobbly John on 15 March, 2010, 09:04:20 pm
Are the rack and bars not aligned or is it just the angle the photo was taken at? The orientation of the logos on the stem cap seem to add to the problem.  >:(

Left hand brake lever also looks toe-in by a couple of degrees.

Otherwise: SHINEY  :D

I'm gratified to learn that although I can justifiably be accused of bike-related OCD, there are people on YACF who have it considerably worse than me   :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 15 March, 2010, 10:33:34 pm
Charlotte, that is one beautiful and practical touring machine.

If you ever want to part with her I'll happily find her stable space to nuzzle up with  MH and Roberta, my Roberts Roughstuff.    ;)   8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 15 March, 2010, 10:51:05 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 08:57:19 pm
Charlotte, I see in your blog that you mention Avid BB7s. Should that be Single Digit 7s?

That confused me as well, I was looking for the discs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 10:53:56 pm
"Transcontinental" is a great model name for a tourer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 16 March, 2010, 06:53:36 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 March, 2010, 10:53:56 pm
"Transcontinental" is a great model name for a tourer.

I like Transcontinental but would love a bike called the Intercontinental Ballistic Tourer :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 16 March, 2010, 08:43:50 am
Quote from: Lucky on 15 March, 2010, 07:42:31 pm
:thumbsup: Beautiful bike, Mike, and a reminder that it's about time I got around to posting a photo of my new toy:

(http://i43.tinypic.com/m61wn.jpg)

 :thumbsup:

(although I'm not sure about the wheels... :))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 16 March, 2010, 08:44:36 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 15 March, 2010, 10:29:36 pm

Quote from: Wobbly John on 15 March, 2010, 09:04:20 pm
Are the rack and bars not aligned or is it just the angle the photo was taken at? The orientation of the logos on the stem cap seem to add to the problem.  >:(

Left hand brake lever also looks toe-in by a couple of degrees.

Otherwise: SHINEY  :D

I'm gratified to learn that although I can justifiably be accused of bike-related OCD, there are people on YACF who have it considerably worse than me   :smug:

I bet the stem cap is going to bug you now, until you get it straight, tho'  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 16 March, 2010, 08:53:45 am
Git.

::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 March, 2010, 08:57:58 am
Quote from: mike on 16 March, 2010, 08:43:50 am
Quote from: Lucky on 15 March, 2010, 07:42:31 pm
:thumbsup: Beautiful bike, Mike, and a reminder that it's about time I got around to posting a photo of my new toy:

(http://i43.tinypic.com/m61wn.jpg)

 :thumbsup:

(although I'm not sure about the wheels... :))

Yeah.  When you gonna put the spokes in? :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 16 March, 2010, 09:01:05 am
Quote from: mike on 16 March, 2010, 08:43:50 am


(although I'm not sure about the wheels... :))

You're a fine one to talk.  ;D

Your bike is missing a front spoke.   :o ;) ;D

You could always Photoshop one in.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 16 March, 2010, 11:52:20 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 15 March, 2010, 10:35:03 am
I finished building up my über-tourer at the weekend!

Lovely!

What forks did you use?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 16 March, 2010, 11:56:23 am
Quote from: Woofage on 16 March, 2010, 11:52:20 am
What forks did you use?

Like these:

 Tange Prestige 700c Cross/Touring fork, 1&quot; blk  (http://www.ride-this.com/index.php/tange-prestige-700c-crosstouring-fork-1-blk.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 16 March, 2010, 12:00:09 pm
That's one purty machine Charlotte!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 16 March, 2010, 07:44:53 pm
I agree with the above that is one great looking bike, Charlotte. I enjoyed reading your write up of the build aswell. Doing things this way puts a bit of heart into the bike. Well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 16 March, 2010, 09:13:06 pm
My winter project, almost ready for summer.
Just need to stretch my legs a bit, argh.


(http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs052.snc3/13955_177147443398_770548398_2791559_5601691_n.jpg)

From this,

(http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs498.snc3/27204_368860963398_770548398_3545862_6253962_n.jpg)

To this, almost ready.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 16 March, 2010, 09:28:01 pm
Charlotte, your bike needs one of these;

http://www.purelycustom.com/c-36-headset-caps-screws.aspx

Engraved, of course:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_1492.jpg



"Bicycle Slut" or something?   O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 March, 2010, 12:04:55 am
Moose, did you have the frame painted or is that your 'grandfather's axe'?

OMG! How far did you throw those 'Wonder Lights'? I remember them from thirty years ago = absolute SH1TE!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 March, 2010, 08:32:26 am
Quote from: torslanda on 17 March, 2010, 12:04:55 am
Moose, did you have the frame painted or is that your 'grandfather's axe'?

OMG! How far did you throw those 'Wonder Lights'? I remember them from thirty years ago = absolute SH1TE!

I got the frame painted by a guy called Vaz in London who used to work for Roberts Cycles, Pearlescent White, luvverly.
Couldn't pick the lights up let alone throw them, thought about having them as wall lights?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 17 March, 2010, 08:45:24 am
Lovely Peugeot. Have you got that famous Millar/Simpson chequered jersey to match it?   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 17 March, 2010, 10:11:19 am
Nice paintjob, but why go to all that trouble on a gaspiper that doesn't fit you?  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 March, 2010, 10:25:11 am
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 17 March, 2010, 08:45:24 am
Lovely Peugeot. Have you got that famous Millar/Simpson chequered jersey to match it?   :thumbsup:

Not yet, but someone gave the name of a website where I can buy one, and my name is Simpson!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 March, 2010, 10:32:57 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 17 March, 2010, 10:11:19 am
Nice paintjob, but why go to all that trouble on a gaspiper that doesn't fit you?  ???

It was a first time project for me, and the size isn't a problem when I am on it.
I have the body of a six footer but legs of a five and a half footer, when I get frames sized up on my inside leg they seem much too small (freak). I expect I will need to get a made to measure frame at some point.
I just fancied a steel frame, the old Peugeot only cost me £15.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 17 March, 2010, 10:37:48 am
Quote from: Moose on 17 March, 2010, 10:25:11 am
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 17 March, 2010, 08:45:24 am
Lovely Peugeot. Have you got that famous Millar/Simpson chequered jersey to match it?   :thumbsup:

Not yet, but someone gave the name of a website where I can buy one, and my name is Simpson!!

Prendas Ciclismo, (http://www.prendas.co.uk/list.asp?typ=tea&ID=6) by any chance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2010, 10:43:48 am
I used to get a lot of that type of comment when I rode my Carlton.  It was 21", soo, technically, too small, and I got a lot of adverse comments about the amount of seatpost I had showing.  Of course, now compact frames are the thing, and there's loads more seatpost visible on the average bike.

And why did I ride the Carlton?  Because it was the one I found in the cellar.  Why didn't I buy a 'better' bike?  Because I couldn't afford one, and, besides, the Carlton carried my toolbox over Sheffield's hills, and took me out to the Peak District, including up Winnats Pass.  Did it matter that it wasn't a flash bike?  Not one bit.

Moose, if you're happy, just get out & ride it.  Have fun.  That's what it's all about.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 17 March, 2010, 11:18:10 am
Quote from: clarion on 17 March, 2010, 10:43:48 am
And why did I ride the Carlton?  Because it was the one I found in the cellar.  Why didn't I buy a 'better' bike?  Because I couldn't afford one, and, besides, the Carlton carried my toolbox over Sheffield's hills, and took me out to the Peak District, including up Winnats Pass.  Did it matter that it wasn't a flash bike?  Not one bit.

Similar story with me and my Raleigh Royal, which is too big for me. Didn't find it in the cellar but it was a second-hand purchase. I've never been over Winnats Pass on it but I did ride it over the French Alps one summer many years ago.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 March, 2010, 11:51:24 am
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 17 March, 2010, 10:37:48 am
Quote from: Moose on 17 March, 2010, 10:25:11 am
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 17 March, 2010, 08:45:24 am
Lovely Peugeot. Have you got that famous Millar/Simpson chequered jersey to match it?   :thumbsup:

Not yet, but someone gave the name of a website where I can buy one, and my name is Simpson!!

Prendas Ciclismo, (http://www.prendas.co.uk/list.asp?typ=tea&ID=6) by any chance?

Yes that's the one, need to loose a bit(lot) of winter fat before I do.
Only going to ride the Peugeot in the summer.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 17 March, 2010, 11:59:46 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 16 March, 2010, 07:44:53 pm
I agree with the above that is one great looking bike, Charlotte. I enjoyed reading your write up of the build aswell. Doing things this way puts a bit of heart into the bike. Well done.

Yep, same here. Lovely job, Charlotte.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 17 March, 2010, 01:08:04 pm
Quote from: Moose on 17 March, 2010, 10:32:57 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 17 March, 2010, 10:11:19 am
Nice paintjob, but why go to all that trouble on a gaspiper that doesn't fit you?  ???

It was a first time project for me, and the size isn't a problem when I am on it.
I have the body of a six footer but legs of a five and a half footer, when I get frames sized up on my inside leg they seem much too small (freak). I expect I will need to get a made to measure frame at some point.
I just fancied a steel frame, the old Peugeot only cost me £15.

I know what you mean, I size frames by top tube length, which always results in less than average amount of seatpost showing (although it's never as bad as that).

It just looks rather uncomfortable, like the Puch I had when I was about 14, optimistically sized for that final growth spurt that never happened!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 17 March, 2010, 01:10:21 pm
Quote from: clarion on 17 March, 2010, 10:43:48 am
I used to get a lot of that type of comment when I rode my Carlton.  It was 21", soo, technically, too small, and I got a lot of adverse comments about the amount of seatpost I had showing.  Of course, now compact frames are the thing, and there's loads more seatpost visible on the average bike.

And why did I ride the Carlton?  Because it was the one I found in the cellar.  Why didn't I buy a 'better' bike?  Because I couldn't afford one, and, besides, the Carlton carried my toolbox over Sheffield's hills, and took me out to the Peak District, including up Winnats Pass.  Did it matter that it wasn't a flash bike?  Not one bit.


And Yorkshiremen are notoriously tightfisted...  ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2010, 01:15:32 pm
Quote from: Regulator (a.k.a. DUG) on 17 March, 2010, 01:10:21 pm
And Yorkshiremen are notoriously tightfisted

You'd be tightfisted on less than £25 per week dole, as I was at the time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: starkj73 on 17 March, 2010, 01:20:15 pm

£25 per week!

You lucky git.

I used to dream of having £25 per week.....

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 17 March, 2010, 01:21:10 pm
Quote from: starkj73 on 17 March, 2010, 01:20:15 pm

£25 per week!

You lucky git.

I used to dream of having £25 per week.....

 ;)

Me too.  All I had was the grit I could lick off the road and the moisture squeezed from my newspaper duvet...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2010, 01:21:59 pm
Indeed.  And I am sure all the ex-steelworkers & miners also on the dole in Sheffield in the 80s would be happy to discuss it with you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: starkj73 on 18 March, 2010, 01:35:59 pm

That will be the eighties where I never even got the chance to be an ex miner, or ex anything in particular.

Did have an impromptu interview with the manager of Wearmouth Colliery, in the colliery car park. He knew my dad but had the bad news that I would never get to wear one of those lovely donkey jackets with the NCB legend emblazened on the back.

I was so upset I cried all the way to the chip shop.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 18 March, 2010, 07:38:39 pm
Just for you:

http://jswremakes.emuunlim.com/Mmt/jswad.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: starkj73 on 19 March, 2010, 08:12:13 am

Thanks! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 March, 2010, 06:10:52 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/tinone.jpg)

The newly-fettled TinOne in the sunshine in our yard this morning :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 March, 2010, 06:19:16 pm
Very nice MV.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 19 March, 2010, 08:41:39 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 March, 2010, 06:10:52 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/tinone.jpg)

The newly-fettled TinOne in the sunshine in our yard this morning :)

I spy with my little eye, a small blue addition to the TinOne  ;D

Is it good?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 March, 2010, 08:53:00 pm
I've only used it on the lane by our house so far.

I was going to ride to Cardiff tomorrow morning, but it'd need a 4 am start and the weather is crap...

Yes, it's very good as far as I can tell :)

It makes it easy to dodge the frogs commuting through our yard too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 March, 2010, 10:30:57 pm
Is that a 41T Sugino ring I spy?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 March, 2010, 10:33:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 19 March, 2010, 10:30:57 pm
Is that a 41T Sugino ring I spy?

Not on my bike

It's a 48 Miche...

http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/tinonebig.jpg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 March, 2010, 03:18:20 pm
I can only agree.  Awesome.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1050007.jpg)

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1050008-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 March, 2010, 06:01:07 pm
Quote
Talk about mudflaps, my girl's got 'em

 :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 20 March, 2010, 06:37:11 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 March, 2010, 06:10:52 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/tinone.jpg)

The newly-fettled TinOne in the sunshine in our yard this morning :)

Approved! Though the forks look too skinny....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 20 March, 2010, 07:04:07 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 March, 2010, 06:10:52 pm
(http://www.bosphorus.f2s.com/tinone.jpg)

The newly-fettled TinOne in the sunshine in our yard this morning :)

What are the bars on that? Maybe the photo but they look like very long bullhorns!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 March, 2010, 07:13:29 pm
Tri-bars, I thought.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 20 March, 2010, 07:27:04 pm
N+1 or really N+1/2 as I bought this for my partner but I ride it as well. For the record it is a 1985 Mercian with mainly period Campag Super Record finishing kit, except for Stronglight chainset. Wheels are Ambrosio tubular rims with Super Record Hubs and Schwalbe 22mm tubs. Rides beautifully - fast, comfortable with nice confidence inspiring handling.

We're off to Tuscany in the autumn to ride this event on it http://www.eroica-ciclismo.it/english/home.asp (http://www.eroica-ciclismo.it/english/home.asp) . Though maybe not on tubular tyres. ::-)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/HeatherMercian02.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 20 March, 2010, 10:00:29 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 20 March, 2010, 07:04:07 pm
What are the bars on that? Maybe the photo but they look like very long bullhorns!

Profile Stoker bars + tribars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 20 March, 2010, 10:01:51 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 20 March, 2010, 06:37:11 pm
Though the forks look too skinny....

Possibly, but they improve the ride and comfort a lot, and make me much less worried about dying.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 21 March, 2010, 05:52:57 pm
Greetings, earthlings!  :D

Here's the result of a recent little project that I've enjoyed building - my new commuter....

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1001.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1002.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1004.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1005.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1007.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1008.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1028.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1022.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1013.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1014.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1015.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1016.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1019.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1020.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1023.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1024.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1025.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1031.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1032.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1033.jpg)

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1035.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 March, 2010, 05:54:41 pm
Sure you have sufficient lighting power there ?

 :o

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 21 March, 2010, 05:59:03 pm
I have a very dangerous, lightly trafficked commute, and I need it!

I have an Edison on the head too so I can see round bends and watch for deer etc........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 March, 2010, 06:01:58 pm
Bit underspecced for a commuter if you ask me.

That rear derailleur cable outer is a bit short too..   :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 21 March, 2010, 06:05:35 pm
That's a very nice machine indeed.   Perhaps the first soot bike I've actually liked the look of.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 21 March, 2010, 06:13:16 pm
Dura Ace commuter  :o
Very nice Foghat  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 21 March, 2010, 06:18:35 pm
I'd hate to see the spec of your Sunday best bike !  Nice piece of kit that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 March, 2010, 06:21:26 pm
Expensive commuter  :o Great kit - you're a little short on room for those 32s though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 21 March, 2010, 06:33:16 pm
Is this the frame that Pearsons have been trailing as "available soon"? It is lovely. I don't often seriously lust after a bike, but that is the exception - simply THE best bicycle I've seen for a long long time.

Envy. That's it. Pure and simple.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 March, 2010, 07:02:26 pm
Kona updated today, switched to singlespeed 45x16 plus a new pair of Easton EA50 bars which I have trimmed down from 685 to 555 wide.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/konasingle001.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 21 March, 2010, 09:14:47 pm
Foghat,

How does it ride?
I so nearly bought one of them rather than my Enigma Etape - but the chap from Pearsons' on the phone put me off with his attitude. 

Why don't you move the Dinotte battery to the area behind the seat tube?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 March, 2010, 09:26:34 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 March, 2010, 07:02:26 pm
Kona updated today, switched to singlespeed 45x16 plus a new pair of Easton EA50 bars which I have trimmed down from 685 to 555 wide.
Do you prefer them to straight bars?  I know risers have been the fashion for a few years, but I can't be without bar ends, and bar ends with risers are like socks and sandals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 March, 2010, 09:52:11 pm
Quote from: Foghat on 21 March, 2010, 05:52:57 pm
Greetings, earthlings!  :D

Here's the result of a recent little project that I've enjoyed building - my new commuter....



(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1007.jpg)


Holy sh*it !
And I thought that I had a light fetish.
I'm an amateur.
Much respect.

Nice bike too  :thumbsup:


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 March, 2010, 11:08:14 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 March, 2010, 09:26:34 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 March, 2010, 07:02:26 pm
Kona updated today, switched to singlespeed 45x16 plus a new pair of Easton EA50 bars which I have trimmed down from 685 to 555 wide.
Do you prefer them to straight bars?  I know risers have been the fashion for a few years, but I can't be without bar ends, and bar ends with risers are like socks and sandals.

I was never keen on them but would not switch back to flat bars now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 21 March, 2010, 11:31:05 pm
Quote from: Polar Bear on 21 March, 2010, 06:05:35 pm

Quote from: Domestique on 21 March, 2010, 06:13:16 pm

Thanks both! Have really enjoyed conceiving and building it.

Quote from: pcolbeck on 21 March, 2010, 06:18:35 pm
I'd hate to see the spec of your Sunday best bike !

This is actually currently my best bike!  As my commute is long and hilly, I decided I needed to save a few kilogrammes cf. the steel Roberts that's been the commuter for several years - no point in making getting to work slower than it needs to be, especially when one struggles to get to bed early enough yet has to set an example in time-keeping, and when there is safe storage for something this expensive.  My best non-mudguard bike is 12 years old though, but soon to be superseded by something slightly better than the commuter!

Quote from: oncemore on 21 March, 2010, 06:33:16 pm
Is this the frame that Pearsons have been trailing as "available soon"? It is lovely. I don't often seriously lust after a bike, but that is the exception - simply THE best bicycle I've seen for a long long time.

Thanks, oncemore.  I've been riding this frame for a while now, and only recently decided to demote it to commuter.  Not sure what trails you mean, but the new version of this is available now, according to Pearsons'.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 March, 2010, 11:38:16 pm
Foghat, Chapeau!   :thumbsup:

I've never seen anyone spend the cost of a second hand Volvo on a commuting bike, FFS.  :o

Pretty obvious you're not commuting around Manchester, that wouldn't last 2 minutes in the Badlands!

'salright. I'm only jealous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 21 March, 2010, 11:53:46 pm
Quote from: Grub on 21 March, 2010, 09:14:47 pm
Foghat,

How does it ride?
I so nearly bought one of them rather than my Enigma Etape - but the chap from Pearsons' on the phone put me off with his attitude. 

Why don't you move the Dinotte battery to the area behind the seat tube?

It's a thoroughly excellent ride, Grub.  I've spent a lot of time on it with Mavic Ksyrium wheels as well as these heavier commuting wheels, and it is very comfortable and smooth, no creaking.  It's much more comfortable, and I think faster, than my current Number 1 non-mudguard bike, a 12-year-old aluminium-framed 9sp Dura Ace custom-frame job.

It feels well designed, with a couple of minor flaws:

i) the forks are meant to be for deep drop sidepull brakes , but in practice the shoes are virtually at the top of the range, meaning that tyre clearance is inadequate.  The Continental Top Contact tyres state '32mm', but they are more like 28mm, but they almost touch the front of the front mudguard which cannot go any higher (the rear has better clearance).

ii) the head angle could be shallower, with more fork rake too maybe, to get more toe clearance. I'm an experienced cyclist, so don't find the toe overlap much of a problem, but if I had size 48 feet and was a novice, it could be a bit alarming.

I'm contemplating an Enigma at some point too.  I went with the Pearson because there was no lead time and the lower weight of a carbon frame.  I've only really dealt with William Pearson, who I've always found helpful, knowledgeable and affable, so maybe you just got someone on a bad day (although no real excuse for the wrong attitude to someone thinking of shelling out over £1,000).

Re. the Dinotte - I have considered putting it behind the seat tube, but thought it would probably keep slipping down to the bottle cage there, and my chosen position seems a better one for cable management as well as stability.  I may test the seat tube option, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:03:19 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 21 March, 2010, 09:52:11 pm
Holy sh*it !
And I thought that I had a light fetish.
I'm an amateur.
Much respect.

Nice bike too  :thumbsup:

Thanks!

My obsession with bike lighting is second only to my obsession with the music of the Grateful Dead.8)  There's an HID on 'stun' on the head too, for spotting deer etc!  I come from an era that once had to make do with Ever Ready lights and then those dreaded, and bizarrely appalling, Wonder Lights!  :hand:

But when one's commute is like mine (I expect very few face the 'extreme' night-time dangers that I do), one only ever thanks oneself for spending so much on one's safety.  And I really mean that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:15:57 am
Quote from: torslanda on 21 March, 2010, 11:38:16 pm
Foghat, Chapeau!   :thumbsup:

I've never seen anyone spend the cost of a second hand Volvo on a commuting bike, FFS.  :o

Pretty obvious you're not commuting around Manchester, that wouldn't last 2 minutes in the Badlands!

'salright. I'm only jealous.
Thanks, Torslanda. ;)

Indeed - I have the luxury of my own office, up a twisting staircase, in which to keep the bike.  Wouldn't leave any bike of mine unattended anywhere, though; if I had to park the commuter in a place open to riff-raff, I would have to get a stove-piper specially..... >:(

When one spends so much of one's cycling life commuting, why not make it on a decent, enjoyable, as-good-as-can-be bike if storage is safe and if distance and elevation gain are significant?  I can't be the only one....?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:28:20 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 21 March, 2010, 06:21:26 pm
Expensive commuter  :o Great kit - you're a little short on room for those 32s though!

Thanks, Sgt Pluck!

The clearance is actually fine everywhere except for the front of the front mudguard.  Here, the rubber fronds on the new tyre do brush the mudguard, but they'll disappear with a few more miles.

That said, a broken spoke could prove interesting.  Fortunately, my riding style is smoother than Gianni Bugno's or Stephen Roche's, and I've never broken a spoke in 25 years or more of cycling.  

The 32s are actually much nearer to 28s, whatever Continental decides to put on the sidewall, and their 28mm Top Contacts are actually 25s!  I'm really impressed by these Top Contacts.  Supremely comfortable at 80psi, excellent grip, rolling resistance not too bad considering size, aggressive tread and 500g weight.  Can't vouch for resistance to punctures yet, but they seem very tough and have seen a few miles of off-road.  These tyres definitely instil full winter confidence on my debris-strewn roads!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 22 March, 2010, 05:15:40 am
Quote from: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:15:57 am

When one spends so much of one's cycling life commuting, why not make it on a decent, enjoyable, as-good-as-can-be bike if storage is safe and if distance and elevation gain are significant?  I can't be the only one....?


No, I agree wholeheartedly.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 22 March, 2010, 11:17:59 am
Quote from: Grub on 22 March, 2010, 05:15:40 am
Quote from: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:15:57 am

When one spends so much of one's cycling life commuting, why not make it on a decent, enjoyable, as-good-as-can-be bike if storage is safe and if distance and elevation gain are significant?  I can't be the only one....?


No, I agree wholeheartedly.   :thumbsup:

+1, my 'commuter' is the best bike too.

As long as I can store it securely, I'd much rather spend the money on a bike which gets out every day than something to live in the shed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 22 March, 2010, 01:45:05 pm
Quote from: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:28:20 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 21 March, 2010, 06:21:26 pm
Expensive commuter  :o Great kit - you're a little short on room for those 32s though!

Thanks, Sgt Pluck!

The clearance is actually fine everywhere except for the front of the front mudguard.  Here, the rubber fronds on the new tyre do brush the mudguard, but they'll disappear with a few more miles.

That said, a broken spoke could prove interesting.  Fortunately, my riding style is smoother than Gianni Bugno's or Stephen Roche's, and I've never broken a spoke in 25 years or more of cycling.  

The 32s are actually much nearer to 28s, whatever Continental decides to put on the sidewall, and their 28mm Top Contacts are actually 25s!  I'm really impressed by these Top Contacts.  Supremely comfortable at 80psi, excellent grip, rolling resistance not too bad considering size, aggressive tread and 500g weight.  Can't vouch for resistance to punctures yet, but they seem very tough and have seen a few miles of off-road.  These tyres definitely instil full winter confidence on my debris-strewn roads!

My Ridgeback Tourer was specced with Top Contacts. 12 months of daily use and they show hardly any evidence of miles. No visitations either. A good, resilient tyre.

Cracking bike Foghat :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 22 March, 2010, 05:48:44 pm
Wow. If the number of photos and lights equates to the ride quality, that's going to be one very shit-hot bike   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TheLurker on 23 March, 2010, 01:34:36 pm
TheLurker...
*Looks at own bike.*
*Looks at Foghat's commuting bike.*
*Looks back at own bike.*
*Sheds bitter tears of jealousy and rage.*

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 23 March, 2010, 04:05:34 pm
Quote from: TheLurker on 23 March, 2010, 01:34:36 pm
TheLurker...
*Looks at own bike.*
*Looks at Foghat's commuting bike.*
*Looks back at own bike.*
*Sheds bitter tears of jealousy and rage.*



+1
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2010, 04:07:00 pm
Clarion...
*Looks at own bike.*
*Looks at Foghat's commuting bike.*
*Looks back at own bike.*
*Shrugs shoulders and can't wait to get on the road*


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 24 March, 2010, 08:53:07 am
Quote from: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:15:57 am
When one spends so much of one's cycling life commuting, why not make it on a decent, enjoyable, as-good-as-can-be bike if storage is safe and if distance and elevation gain are significant?  I can't be the only one....?

Indeed. Whenever I can can, I do too. But I have to leave my bike here and there on many commutes (shops; nursery etc.). I also have to say that it would be difficult for me to run a DURACE bit of kit on dirty roads in the midst of winter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 24 March, 2010, 09:20:41 am
You mean it would be too costly to run Dura Ace kit on dirty roads in the winter. That's the driving factor for most of us. If I was a multi millionaire my hack bike would make that Pearson look pretty average.

Back to reality, I concur that Pearson is lovely, but as I don't do cleaning I'm afraid I'd be unsure about taking that out in the usual British summer, let alone commuting in winter. ::-)

EDIT: What does annoy me about it is the tyres! You talk about saving some weight hence the carbon frame etc, then you use the heaviest tyres you can find!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 March, 2010, 09:26:33 am
I have XTR pedals on my commuter. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 24 March, 2010, 11:35:39 am
dont listen to'em, Foghat!

it's a great looking bike and, if I had a similar-sounding commute (and budget :))   would probably end up with something very similar, just with proper Italian gears rather than some fishing-reel components!   O:-)

(+1 for Paul D, I'm not sure about the tyres either..)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 24 March, 2010, 01:42:39 pm
I was going to crow about how Top Contact are skinny girl tires, and that my 37mm Touring Plus are where the weight is. Then I saw the weight of the 38mm Marathon+. I guess I am going to have to put some slime in my tubes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 March, 2010, 01:54:00 pm
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a183/Foghat1/Pearson/tn_IMG_1028.jpg)

Don't you get hassle from oncoming car drivers? 
Those are both symmetrical beams and both incredibly bright.  Do you have a "dipped" option?
I'm fairly sure I'd retaliate with full-beam if you had those shining at me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 March, 2010, 02:23:19 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 21 March, 2010, 06:33:16 pm
I don't often seriously lust after a bike, but that is the exception - simply THE best bicycle I've seen for a long long time.

Envy. That's it. Pure and simple.

+1

Pretty much perfect.

Quote from: Foghat on 22 March, 2010, 12:15:57 am
When one spends so much of one's cycling life commuting, why not make it on a decent, enjoyable, as-good-as-can-be bike if storage is safe and if distance and elevation gain are significant?  I can't be the only one....?

I certainly would if I had the disposable income.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 March, 2010, 02:30:07 pm
Quote from: LEE on 24 March, 2010, 01:54:00 pm
Don't you get hassle from oncoming car drivers? 

Doesn't that depend on the angle the lights are set at? They do look to be set pointing quite high up, but maybe the pics are deceptive.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
If you're replacing a car with a commuting bike then a higher cost becomes much more reasonable. My commuter was nearly 3 times the price of what's now my weekend bike. After the initial outlay the running costs are miniscule next to a car. If I was speccing up an ideal commuter then:-

titanium frame & steel forks
decent 36H handbuilt wheels
SON front dynamo running front and rear light
rear rack, guards, Brooks saddle
either 32 or 35mm tyres with good puncture protection and longevity
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

The above is a general template and would depend on secure parking facilities, but you can easily reach £3-4k. For me it would all be about minimising weight while maximising protection from mechanicals and maximising ride comfort. When I was still doing my lengthy commute it equated to about 14 hours of saddle time per week. If you multiply that up, taking account of holidays etc, you're still looking at 600 hours a year on one bike.

So I'm fully behind the idea of spending the dosh on the commuter first. After that you can see what you can afford for the weekends.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 03:35:22 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm

titanium frame & steel forks
decent 36H handbuilt wheels
SON front dynamo running front and rear light
rear rack, guards, Brooks saddle
either 32 or 35mm tyres with good puncture protection and longevity
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

This is almost exactly my winter and summer audax bike specs, save that they're fixed and have battery rear lights.

If I were commuting a serious distance in the winter I'd have a front disc brake too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 24 March, 2010, 03:58:45 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
I love the noise carbon wheels make!

I would imagine your bank manager does too!!

Looking cool!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 March, 2010, 04:04:39 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

Yep. I did initially remark on the number of gears on Foghat's bike ("perfect apart from too many gears"), but if there are hills on his commuting route...

I think it was MV who said doing a long commute was initially his main reason for going fixed (is that right, MV?), and I've definitely worked my way round to the view that for commuting, fewer is better - partly from a reduced maintenance pov, partly because it's one less thing to think about while riding.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 24 March, 2010, 04:05:08 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

Woof!

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 04:08:19 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 04:04:39 pm

I think it was MV who said doing a long commute was initially his main reason for going fixed (is that right, MV?)


yes

a long and skoggy commute (17 miles each way of knackered West Berks lanes, including a transit of a dairy farm)

Gears got trashed over the winter.  Fixed for reliability & low maintenance; I used to use a front hub brake as well (the days before discs) to save destroying rims.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 04:09:53 pm
i must say that for a summer commuter though, Foghat's would be hard to beat...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 24 March, 2010, 04:58:58 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 04:04:39 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

Yep. I did initially remark on the number of gears on Foghat's bike ("perfect apart from too many gears"), but if there are hills on his commuting route...

I think it was MV who said doing a long commute was initially his main reason for going fixed (is that right, MV?), and I've definitely worked my way round to the view that for commuting, fewer is better - partly from a reduced maintenance pov, partly because it's one less thing to think about while riding.

d.


I've hummed and hawed over this, currently have the SRAM I-9 hub gear and I only got that as I couldn't afford/justify the Rohloff at the time. I genuinely thought I was taking a risk having only 9 gears, I now understand gearing much better ;D I also understand my preferred riding style, ie minimum gear changes, much better as well. I'm selling the I-9 and will be replacing it with the new SRF3 sturmey 3 speed hub. But I'm also upgrading the backup bike to the Genesis Day One Cross and will have a spare SRF3 rear wheel for that as well(I already have this on current backup bike). As the existing is a Surly Crosscheck I should end up with two similar bikes that can run as hub gear, SS or fixed.

This gives me maximum redundancy and I can't envisage any commute around here I couldn't manage with a 40/54/72 gear inch range. But I'd still like them both to be titanium frames and SON front hubs. I think the dynamos will come before the frames ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 24 March, 2010, 06:43:00 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)


Very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 March, 2010, 06:48:10 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 04:58:58 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 04:04:39 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

Yep. I did initially remark on the number of gears on Foghat's bike ("perfect apart from too many gears"), but if there are hills on his commuting route...

I think it was MV who said doing a long commute was initially his main reason for going fixed (is that right, MV?), and I've definitely worked my way round to the view that for commuting, fewer is better - partly from a reduced maintenance pov, partly because it's one less thing to think about while riding.

d.


I've hummed and hawed over this, currently have the SRAM I-9 hub gear and I only got that as I couldn't afford/justify the Rohloff at the time. I genuinely thought I was taking a risk having only 9 gears, I now understand gearing much better ;D I also understand my preferred riding style, ie minimum gear changes, much better as well. I'm selling the I-9 and will be replacing it with the new SRF3 sturmey 3 speed hub. But I'm also upgrading the backup bike to the Genesis Day One Cross and will have a spare SRF3 rear wheel for that as well(I already have this on current backup bike). As the existing is a Surly Crosscheck I should end up with two similar bikes that can run as hub gear, SS or fixed.

This gives me maximum redundancy and I can't envisage any commute around here I couldn't manage with a 40/54/72 gear inch range. But I'd still like them both to be titanium frames and SON front hubs. I think the dynamos will come before the frames ;D

I don't really like the SRF3 -  I'd rather have an older AW running in oil.  Once it's gummed up a bit round the seals and provided you don't over-oil it, it stops leaking.  It also feels much freer-running.

If you're a real tinkerer you can put an old AW mechanism in a SRF-3 alloy shell, provided you drill the shell and add an oil filler.  The internal dimensions and threading of the shell haven't changed since 1936.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 24 March, 2010, 06:50:07 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 03:35:22 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm

titanium frame & steel forks
decent 36H handbuilt wheels
SON front dynamo running front and rear light
rear rack, guards, Brooks saddle
either 32 or 35mm tyres with good puncture protection and longevity
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

This is almost exactly my winter and summer audax bike specs, save that they're fixed and have battery rear lights.

If I were commuting a serious distance in the winter I'd have a front disc brake too.

I was going to comment that it was very close to my commuter too but realised that:

It's all steel
No dynamo
37mm tyres
32H wheels
No Brooks

Still, I like it. :thumbsup:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4394555085_4ab84e7d15.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/4394555085/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 24 March, 2010, 06:53:38 pm
Quote from: chris n on 24 March, 2010, 06:50:07 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 03:35:22 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 03:09:06 pm

titanium frame & steel forks
decent 36H handbuilt wheels
SON front dynamo running front and rear light
rear rack, guards, Brooks saddle
either 32 or 35mm tyres with good puncture protection and longevity
would be torn between a SS or Rohloff rear hub or as an outside option a 1x8 setup

This is almost exactly my winter and summer audax bike specs, save that they're fixed and have battery rear lights.

If I were commuting a serious distance in the winter I'd have a front disc brake too.

I was going to comment that it was very close to my commuter too but realised that:

It's all steel
No dynamo
37mm tyres
32H wheels
No Brooks

Still, I like it. :thumbsup:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4394555085_4ab84e7d15.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/4394555085/)

Wash your mouth out young man.... :o >:(




 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 24 March, 2010, 06:54:35 pm
It wasn't my mouth I was worried about after 250 miles. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 24 March, 2010, 06:56:08 pm
Brooks=love your bum ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 24 March, 2010, 07:44:56 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!

токамак : if this every goes walkies do not come to SW6 as it will not, I repeat and look into my eyes look into my eyes, it will NOT be there at all, hanging on the wall.

That is a beaut, rubbing ones legs .... ( you lucky sod :) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:09:50 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 22 March, 2010, 01:45:05 pm
Cracking bike Foghat :thumbsup:

Thanks, Fuzzy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:12:33 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 22 March, 2010, 05:48:44 pm
Wow. If the number of photos and lights equates to the ride quality, that's going to be one very shit-hot bike   ;)

They do, and it is!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:27:23 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 24 March, 2010, 09:20:41 am
You mean it would be too costly to run Dura Ace kit on dirty roads in the winter. That's the driving factor for most of us. If I was a multi millionaire my hack bike would make that Pearson look pretty average.

Back to reality, I concur that Pearson is lovely, but as I don't do cleaning I'm afraid I'd be unsure about taking that out in the usual British summer, let alone commuting in winter. ::-)

EDIT: What does annoy me about it is the tyres! You talk about saving some weight hence the carbon frame etc, then you use the heaviest tyres you can find!

Calm down dear, it's only a nice bike!  ;D

Actually, the tyres (along with every single aspect of this bike) are very carefully considered indeed, and the logic is as follows.  Robust tyres that grip like buggery are an absolute must and are the starting point for my winter wheels on the commuter. I don't know about your commuting roads, but much as I would like to use some of my superb Vittoria Open CXs in winter, my desire not to be held up by the need to fix punctures with wet/cold/dirty hands in zero street lighting significantly overrides the pleasure to be had from an extra 1mph on the average speed.

So, given this starting point of an absolute need for robust tyres, when ultimate-specifying the optimum commuter for my commute, the next thing is to identify the lightest super-robust-grip-like-buggery tyre which will help absorb the vibration from the dismal road surfaces and the tiresomely numerous cattle grids encountered (i.e. needing 28mm actual width rather than 28mm nominal width - hence the '32mm' Top Contacts).   Top Contacts seemed to be the most advanced super-robust tyres, coming in at 500g (with folding bead) c.f. a lot more grammes in other super-robust tyres.  

Therefore, far from being a daft choice to run on such a light/responsive commuter, these tyres are ideally specified for the task in hand.  The argument that having 500g tyres means the rest of the bike should not be as light as possible is rather specious, I'm afraid.  Having 300m of elevation gain each way means that shedding unnecessary weight (500g tyres are rather necessary, as demonstrated) makes absolute sense.  I'd love it if the day was longer and I had the time to drag out the long commute, but I don't, so since I have to add a few hundred grammes for the tyres, it's nice to be able to take it off again by using Dura Ace and a Tubus Airy rack and a carbon seat post etc etc (yes, I know the tyre weight is rotating weight and so has a greater effect, but the theory is still valid).  I did select an Ultegra cassette, though, for better wear in wet/gritty conditions.

I don't really agree with the various comments about dirty roads meaning running |Dura Ace has to be ultra-costly.  The answer is to clean the bike!  This applies to Dura Ace, Ultegra, 105 and everything else all the way down to SRAM and Campagnolo (:P).  Having nice components means there's an added incentive to do that all-important cleaning.  I have pretty dire roads, in terms of cleanliness c.f. city streets, but a decent weekend clean and the occasional mid-week wipe/re-lube of chain is perfect to keep Dura Ace in top working order.  Are you all riding through slurry pits and quarries or something?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:28:14 pm
Quote from: clarion on 24 March, 2010, 09:26:33 am
I have XTR pedals on my commuter. :)

You know it makes sense! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:35:49 pm
Quote from: mike on 24 March, 2010, 11:35:39 am
it's a great looking bike

Thanks!

Quote from: mike on 24 March, 2010, 11:35:39 am
if I had a similar-sounding commute

I'm already down to a complement of 9.5 manual digits courtesy of the specific dangers 'unique' to the roads I commute on! :hand:  Now you lot understand the lights, maybe?

Quote from: mike on 24 March, 2010, 11:35:39 am
fishing-reel components!   O:-)

Pack that in now, sonny!  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:41:26 pm
Quote from: LEE on 24 March, 2010, 01:54:00 pm
Don't you get hassle from oncoming car drivers? 
Those are both symmetrical beams and both incredibly bright.  Do you have a "dipped" option?
I'm fairly sure I'd retaliate with full-beam if you had those shining at me.

I very rarely get hassled by drivers for my lighting.  Firstly, as I said, my commute is lightly trafficked (lucky, I know).  Secondly, I do use the lighting responsibly despite how the super-array may look at first glance in daylight.

The Lupine Betty is, as you say, super bright......in full-on mode.  I actually use the brightness levels to either dim to the pretty low 1W mode for approaching traffic or to go supernova for the ultra-dangerous bits.  You can't see from the photos, but the Betty is actually swivelled towards the left of its adjustment so that it illuminates the nearside more and glares at oncoming road-users less.  It is also very easy to nudge up and down, again so  that oncoming road-users are not blinded.  The HID on the head is very easy to keep directed away from drivers' windscreens (or shone directly at them if they need a reminder to dip).  It is also fantastic for spotting the dangers.

The Supernova E3 dynamo is nice and bright, but not stupidly bright.  As I deliberately chose a SON20 Dynohub (much lighter than a SON28 and designed for a faster-rotating 20" wheel), the staged brightness phases achievable at different speeds mean that it is only super bright at quite high speed, when I need it most.  It is also on a Cateye bracket that has a lot of horizontal adjustment so it can be directed to the nearside very quickly and easily.  And although it is difficult to tell from the photos, the forward throw in that position means oncoming road-users are not inconvenienced.

So - there is method (and consideration of others) in the madness!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:45:02 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 02:23:19 pm
Pretty much perfect.

Thanks - that is what I have aspired to for this bike!


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 24 March, 2010, 08:45:16 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!


That is almost enough to make me want to take up TT'ing. Very, very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:45:53 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 02:30:07 pm
Quote from: LEE on 24 March, 2010, 01:54:00 pm
Don't you get hassle from oncoming car drivers? 

Doesn't that depend on the angle the lights are set at? They do look to be set pointing quite high up, but maybe the pics are deceptive.

d.


See reply to Lee above....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:48:17 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 24 March, 2010, 04:04:39 pm
Yep. I did initially remark on the number of gears on Foghat's bike ("perfect apart from too many gears"), but if there are hills on his commuting route...

The inside bend on my longest and steepest hill is 1:5-ish!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:49:08 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 04:09:53 pm
i must say that for a summer commuter though, Foghat's would be hard to beat...

And winter if you clean it.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 08:52:27 pm
Every night :)

No ta.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 09:35:53 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 08:52:27 pm
Every night :)

No ta.


Spin like a gibbering hamster down the descents and slog up the hills with an anvil in tow (i.e. ride fixed).

No thanks. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 09:37:25 pm
Or, develop a bit of  souplesse and a bit of strength and just ride down and up the hills ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 09:43:00 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 09:37:25 pm
Or, develop a bit of  souplesse and a bit of strength and just ride down and up the hills ;)

Got all that.  Uber-smoothers G Bugno and S Roche learnt it all from me..... ;D

I want to get to work and home again faster!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 March, 2010, 09:43:36 pm
So you have more time to clean the bike ?

 O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 24 March, 2010, 09:46:13 pm
Quote from: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 08:27:23 pm
I don't really agree with the various comments about dirty roads meaning running |Dura Ace has to be ultra-costly.  The answer is to clean the bike!  This applies to Dura Ace, Ultegra, 105 and everything else all the way down to SRAM and Campagnolo (:P).  Having nice components means there's an added incentive to do that all-important cleaning.  I have pretty dire roads, in terms of cleanliness c.f. city streets, but a decent weekend clean and the occasional mid-week wipe/re-lube of chain is perfect to keep Dura Ace in top working order.  Are you all riding through slurry pits and quarries or something?

I already agree with the idea of spending on quality for a long range commuter and most of your choices seem sound. I can also understand that a SS or fixed could be impractical. But following your own logic shouldn't that have led to a Rohloff rather than derailler setup?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 09:49:47 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 24 March, 2010, 08:45:16 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

I love the noise carbon wheels make!

That is almost enough to make me want to take up TT'ing. Very, very nice.

It might help me go faster, but it won't make TT'ing any easier!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 09:50:16 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 March, 2010, 09:43:36 pm
So you have more time to clean the bike ?

 O:-)

Or rather to sink into another stunning Scarlet-Fire or a scintillating China-Rider or a swirling Dark Star..... nice 8)

Cleaning's once a week plus occasional dabs.....that's all (in a bad week).  And in summer.....think of all that extra 'Dead' time  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 09:53:06 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 24 March, 2010, 07:44:56 pm
токамак : if this every goes walkies do not come to SW6 as it will not, I repeat and look into my eyes look into my eyes, it will NOT be there at all, hanging on the wall.

That is a beaut, rubbing ones legs .... ( you lucky sod :) )


Oi, Get your own! Can't you have a word with the Principia boys back home? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 09:55:29 pm
Quote from: MacBludgeon on 24 March, 2010, 09:46:13 pm
I already agree with the idea of spending on quality for a long range commuter and most of your choices seem sound. I can also understand that a SS or fixed could be impractical. But following your own logic shouldn't that have led to a Rohloff rather than derailler setup?

On that frame?  Doubt if it would fit/work.  And don't forget it also has to be the summer commuter.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 March, 2010, 09:58:04 pm
My commuting bike gets the chain cleaned every six weeks or so in winter...and everything else is just left to get mucky (I smear the chromed bits with vaseline).  The dirt reaches a plateau after a few days of wet lanes anyway.  It is, however, fixed, which means it tolerates this sort of thing better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 24 March, 2010, 10:54:42 pm
Quote from: chris n on 24 March, 2010, 06:50:07 pm
Still, I like it. :thumbsup:

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4394555085_4ab84e7d15.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/4394555085/)

What a relief from all that more bloody nickable/breakable/unrideable malarky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Foghat on 24 March, 2010, 11:38:11 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 24 March, 2010, 08:53:07 am
Indeed. Whenever I can can, I do too.

This is a regular thing, is it?  Funny lot, you French! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 25 March, 2010, 07:28:36 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 March, 2010, 09:58:04 pm
My commuting bike gets the chain cleaned every six weeks or so in winter...and everything else is just left to get mucky (I smear the chromed bits with vaseline).  The dirt reaches a plateau after a few days of wet lanes anyway.  It is, however, fixed, which means it tolerates this sort of thing better.

If you think about it, the top-end groupsets are the ones with the best bearings, seals etc. so it probably makes some sense to run them in the worst conditions as, all other things being equal, they'll last longer, with the added bonuses of working better and looking prettier.

But, if you look after it, everything lasts well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jellied on 27 March, 2010, 09:55:06 am
The Roat Rat after 2 months, so far so good but not as maintenance free as I'd hoped.

(http://www.ealingcycling.org.uk/SiteImages/PeoplePics/HPIM4708.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 March, 2010, 11:52:26 am
The BSO lives!

(http://www.peeble.com/bso.jpg)

The SRAM 24-speed gears are brilliant - much better than Shimano.  The brakes work tolerably well considering the curious design, although they are new discs (the pads looked new anyway) and they need bedding in.  The fork is still utter crap, although riding straight into kerbs is quite funny, since I've never owned a bike with any suspension apart from the Brompton.

It's too small for me to give it a proper test ride - the seat is as high as it will go in the photo - so I need to get it back to father-in-law with a big bill for the new wheels, discs, cables, front mech, front shifter, rim tape, cassette and headset bearings.

Retro bike fans can be horrified by the use of original Panaracer Smoke Lite and Dart tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 March, 2010, 12:30:43 pm
Rog.

If those tyres are new they are worth more than the bike!

Well, nearly . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 27 March, 2010, 12:36:24 pm
Roger, trust you to make it look factory fresh.   ;D
It doesn't deserve the BSO tag now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moloko on 27 March, 2010, 12:38:27 pm
Quote from: jellied on 27 March, 2010, 09:55:06 am


(http://www.ealingcycling.org.uk/SiteImages/PeoplePics/HPIM4708.JPG)

Worried chicken: Please don't be a Muddy Fox... Please don't be a Muddy Fox.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 27 March, 2010, 02:31:14 pm
That's incredible - I hadn't even noticed the chicken till it was pointed out !!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 March, 2010, 06:02:52 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 27 March, 2010, 12:36:24 pm
It doesn't deserve the BSO tag now.

Exactly what I was thinking  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 March, 2010, 10:44:56 pm
Quote from: Dicky Mo on 27 March, 2010, 12:36:24 pm
Roger, trust you to make it look factory fresh.   ;D
It doesn't deserve the BSO tag now.

Looks better than his cakes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 27 March, 2010, 10:59:47 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 27 March, 2010, 11:52:26 am
The BSO lives!

(http://www.peeble.com/bso.jpg)

The SRAM 24-speed gears are brilliant - much better than Shimano.  The brakes work tolerably well considering the curious design, although they are new discs (the pads looked new anyway) and they need bedding in.  The fork is still utter crap, although riding straight into kerbs is quite funny, since I've never owned a bike with any suspension apart from the Brompton.

It's too small for me to give it a proper test ride - the seat is as high as it will go in the photo - so I need to get it back to father-in-law with a big bill for the new wheels, discs, cables, front mech, front shifter, rim tape, cassette and headset bearings.

Retro bike fans can be horrified by the use of original Panaracer Smoke Lite and Dart tyres.

BSO!!? The Vulcan's a damn good frame for the money, despite the horrors that yours has endured. And, as you say, the SRAM X-4 setup is excellent - better than the higher-up SRAM mtb groupsets, I reckon, if weight isn't important. Not as good as Shimano SLX (which my missus has on her Inbred 456), but that's a good deal more expensive. The Suntor XCM fork is a bit limited, but what fork on a £249 bike isn't? I replaced mine with a Rock Shock Dart 3, which isn't exactly state of the art but it behaves a lot better than the Suntour. I put Continental Speed Kings on instead of the Maxxis originals, and all in all it's a very good bike. Well, I like it anyway! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 28 March, 2010, 11:07:13 am
My new audax bike on a beautiful spring morning:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2722/4468828285_5bfd057859.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/4468828285/)

S/H Giant SCR 2.0 frame and forks, shifters and brakes, bars.  New chainset, BB, front mech, tyres, cables, brake pads and pedals.  Wheels, mudguards, seat post, saddle, rear mech, cassette and chain from the Kaffenback.

First ride with Campag shifters (Shimergoed with an XT rear mech) - very comfy and a nice shifting action.  A bit indistinct changing to a bigger sprocket on the back, but feels ok.  Nice to be able to reach the downshift lever from the drops and to shift more than one sprocket at a time too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 March, 2010, 11:17:48 am
Yay !!  Looks good mate.  Glad you have set it up correctly.  A few hundred kilometres in 4 days will soon tell you if you haven't  ;D ;D

What tyres have you put on?
Is it  a compact double?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 28 March, 2010, 11:25:37 am
Quote from: Grub on 28 March, 2010, 11:17:48 am
Yay !!  Looks good mate.  Glad you have set it up correctly.  A few hundred kilometres in 4 days will soon tell you if you haven't  ;D ;D

 ;D

Quote from: Grub on 28 March, 2010, 11:17:48 am
What tyres have you put on?
Is it  a compact double?

Krylion Carbons - £20 each from CRC. :thumbsup:
It's a square taper Tiagra triple.  I wanted a 42T middle, and this was the cheapest way of doing it.  £27 for the complete crankset! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 28 March, 2010, 11:51:42 am
All you need now is a rear mudflap to keep yer mates dry.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 March, 2010, 04:36:48 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 28 March, 2010, 11:51:42 am
All you need now is a rear mudflap to keep yer mates dry.  ;)

Well spotted.  Cunning plan I reckon so he always goes at the rear  ;D ;D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 March, 2010, 05:18:26 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!


Blimey.  I guess you won't be riding it to the pub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 28 March, 2010, 05:41:19 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 March, 2010, 05:18:26 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!


Blimey.  I guess you won't be riding it to the pub.

If you do you'll get there FIRST  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 28 March, 2010, 05:52:31 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 March, 2010, 05:18:26 pm
Quote from: токамак on 24 March, 2010, 03:42:27 pm
TT bike completed:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S6iWjbgBLnI/AAAAAAAAAkA/CCdURk_yAL4/REX_PRO_TT_3.jpg)

I love the noise carbon wheels make!


Blimey.  I guess you won't be riding it to the pub.

I was plotting with chief the other day, wondering about doing a Wednesday night run across to East Hanningfield in time to enter the ERCC evening 10 miler, before collapsing into the Windmill for recovery drinks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 March, 2010, 08:26:25 pm
If you rode sensibly that would probably be a great warm up, as long as you timed your start time to perfection  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 28 March, 2010, 10:53:50 pm
Quote from: chris n on 28 March, 2010, 11:07:13 am
My new audax bike on a beautiful spring morning

Very nice  :) Hope you have many good miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 28 March, 2010, 11:29:10 pm
You do like your saddle pointing up though..

Must get some pics of mine soon. (not as nice, and not a dedicated TT bike)

..d
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 29 March, 2010, 09:10:33 am
Quote from: David Martin on 28 March, 2010, 11:29:10 pm
You do like your saddle pointing up though..

I noticed that, every time I look at it I wince...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 29 March, 2010, 11:49:02 am
Quote from: David Martin on 28 March, 2010, 11:29:10 pm
You do like your saddle pointing up though..

Must get some pics of mine soon. (not as nice, and not a dedicated TT bike)

..d


I don't like my saddle pointing up - I just hadn't adjusted it at the time of the photo! Is now perfectly horizontal. Did a 25 yesterday, position feels good etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 March, 2010, 11:51:00 am
Quote from: токамак on 29 March, 2010, 11:49:02 am
Quote from: David Martin on 28 March, 2010, 11:29:10 pm
You do like your saddle pointing up though..

Must get some pics of mine soon. (not as nice, and not a dedicated TT bike)

..d


I don't like my saddle pointing up - I just hadn't adjusted it at the time of the photo! Is now perfectly horizontal. Did a 25 yesterday, position feels good etc.

That's 25 pubs isn't it?  Hats!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 03 April, 2010, 04:14:54 pm
Here is my Carrera Vengance Ltd - 24 speed sram x4 trigger gear shift, Cateye Micro Wireless Computer, Cateye single LED headlight (Forgot the model) Bikehut rear 3 LED light, silver steel aftermarket pedals. Continental City Contact with kevlar 26x1.75 road tyres. Bikehut mudguards. Topeak Mini G Master Blaster pump with gauge and Presta/Schrader compatible.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v187/furball80/0_2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 03 April, 2010, 06:11:14 pm
Here is Gen, freshly cleaned and parading for Dominic's perusal... so I thought that I might as well show her off to teh hole internets at the same time :)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0201.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0202.jpg)
Thompson seatpost and Spesh BG Alias saddle

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0203.jpg)
Shimano 105 rear caliper + carbon fibre seat stays

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0204.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0205.jpg)
Tyres

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0206.jpg)
Tiagra dérailleur + KMC chain

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0207.jpg)
Tiagra BB + crankset

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0208.jpg)
More Tiagra

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0209.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0210.jpg)
Time RSX pedals

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0211.jpg)
Cockpit

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0212.jpg)
Cane Creek cap + carbon fibre specific head tube nut

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0214.jpg)
Cane Creek sealed headset

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0215.jpg)
Easton EA70 bars

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0219.jpg)
Shimano 105 Front calipers

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0216.jpg)
Easton EC90 Aero forks - they weigh in total 350g and cost me £350 :o They count as the most outrageous bike purchase I have ever made, especially because I have barely ridden them ::-)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0218.jpg)
Mavic Aksium black wheel front

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0231.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0230.jpg)
Mavic Aksium black wheel rear

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0229.jpg)
Bike branded as Genesis = the sexy part of Ridgeback, which is where the Shimano everything came from (though the only originals on the bike that I didn't upgrade are the two derailleurs and the shifters as they are perfectly up to the job.)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0228.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0227.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0226.jpg)
Dura Ace cabling

Now, as these pics are here as part of a sale - I've got to include some of the ones that aren't so sexy. I have ridden this bike a lot and it has been crashed. After the crash I replaced the forks for the Eastons (no need, just a good excuse!) and changed the wheels to the Mavic wheelset, which is a vast improvement over the Shimanos that the bike came with. The only real damage that the crash did was to scrape some paint and write off my old front wheel (the cause of the crash).

I make no excuses for treating this bike as a machine to be used and enjoyed. It is not in perfect condition, but the only things wrong are cosmetic.See below pics for paint scrapes.

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0221.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0225.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0222.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0220.jpg)
 :facepalm:

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0224.jpg)
This looks the worst, though as it is under the tube, you don't really notice it when looking at the bike from standing. Carrying the bike up and down stairs at stations using the top tube led the rear brake cable to scrape off the paint at the point I carried it.

Here we are. At the end - it is quite a thing to think so seriously towards selling this bike :'( Alas, it is just not suited to my needs and my bank account is not suited to acquiring another bike without one of the team contributing to it.  :'( :'( :'(

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0223.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0201.jpg)

Gen - the most bonkers, speed hungry bicycle I have ever ridden.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 03 April, 2010, 06:19:28 pm
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Gen%20for%20sale/IMG_0203.jpg)
I've got these tyres on one of my bikes, and very nice they are too,  but I never thought of getting matching brake blocks.  8) I do have matching valve caps though :-[
Are you jealous, Mr Grub?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2010, 06:22:43 pm
Quote from: Fluffy on 03 April, 2010, 04:14:54 pm
Here is my Carrera Vengance Ltd - 24 speed sram x4 trigger gear shift, Cateye Micro Wireless Computer, Cateye single LED headlight (Forgot the model) Bikehut rear 3 LED light, silver steel aftermarket pedals. Continental City Contact with kevlar 26x1.75 road tyres. Bikehut mudguards. Topeak Mini G Master Blaster pump with gauge and Presta/Schrader compatible.
That looks ready to ride the Karakoram Highway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 12:48:34 pm
Here's my Eddy Merckx, bought new in 1981 and still going strong:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/DSCF0004-1.jpg)

My TSR27 converted to drops:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/DSCF0010.jpg)

My Dawes Republic workhorse:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/ColourFilm/Dawes1.jpg)

and my Montague Paratrooper folding bike:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/DSCF9292.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 01:07:31 pm
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 12:48:34 pm
Here's my Eddy Merckx, bought new in 1981 and still going strong:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/DSCF0004-1.jpg)

Those brake levers are made from drillium, aren't they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 04 April, 2010, 01:46:35 pm
I remember drillium being a popular notion ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fluffy on 04 April, 2010, 06:30:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2010, 06:22:43 pm
Quote from: Fluffy on 03 April, 2010, 04:14:54 pm
Here is my Carrera Vengance Ltd - 24 speed sram x4 trigger gear shift, Cateye Micro Wireless Computer, Cateye single LED headlight (Forgot the model) Bikehut rear 3 LED light, silver steel aftermarket pedals. Continental City Contact with kevlar 26x1.75 road tyres. Bikehut mudguards. Topeak Mini G Master Blaster pump with gauge and Presta/Schrader compatible.
That looks ready to ride the Karakoram Highway.

Is that a compliment on the bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 06:36:30 pm
Karakoram Highway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karakoram_Highway)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 04 April, 2010, 07:03:00 pm
How not to park.  ::-)

(I was in a hurry for coffee)

(http://api.ning.com/files/TwXYLhNF-AEQV7ldMcgvXq13z8TWx9z3rMS3eg1q6x6sbfpDQRDwiSXAx-NtEW-5rMknNfRZ3bDe8*oFRAGmrljWOM8AP1PU/gutterbike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 07:17:07 pm
You could get a parking ticket.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 07:18:14 pm
Can you get a ticket for riding with a freewheel when you should have a fixed sprocket?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 07:19:32 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 07:18:14 pm
Can you get a ticket for riding with a freewheel when you should have a fixed sprocket?

M i a o w  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 04 April, 2010, 07:25:37 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 07:18:14 pm
Can you get a ticket for riding with a freewheel when you should have a fixed sprocket?

'tis fixed
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 07:29:09 pm
Looks suspiscously free-wheely to me. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 07:30:47 pm
It's like the McCarthy witch-hunts of the 1950s.  Zoidburg is the chair of the Un-Fixed Activities Committee and you can denounce the fakenger in the works bike shed simply by PMing him.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 04 April, 2010, 07:38:31 pm
They are everywhere I tell you!

Locked up in bikes shed, lurking in the highstreet out side coffee shop and bar.

It could be anyone, a colleague, a friend, a forum member.

Inform on a fakenger today!*




*Calls will be monitored for training purposes.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 07:43:34 pm
Here's the real deal. My father's bespoke 1954 Bryars. Built by Owen Bryars of Putney. (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/?action=view&current=DSCF0003-1.jpg).

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Bryars2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 04 April, 2010, 07:48:05 pm
After 250 miles and not feeling right on the Kona, I switched all the bits to a Giant CRS frame which I got on ebay really cheap, 55 top tube in place of the Kona's 56.5, much better to ride as well plus lighter.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/variousbikesetc057.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 07:50:39 pm
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 07:43:34 pm
Here's the real deal. My father's bespoke 1954 Bryars. Built by Owen Bryars of Putney. (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/?action=view&current=DSCF0003-1.jpg).

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Bryars2.jpg)

Tyres are a bit...skinny  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 07:52:46 pm
Tubeless. Besides, it isn't a mountain bike so why fit fat old tractor tyres?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 04 April, 2010, 07:53:02 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 04 April, 2010, 07:48:05 pm
After 250 miles and not feeling right on the Kona, I switched all the bits to a Giant CRS frame which I got on ebay really cheap, 55 top tube in place of the Kona's 56.5, much better to ride as well plus lighter.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/variousbikesetc057.jpg)

Sir, you have a woman's bike !

</Mad Captain Rum>

;)

(I actually really liked your Kona, I'm afraid)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 04 April, 2010, 08:45:30 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 04 April, 2010, 07:53:02 pm

Sir, you have a woman's bike !

;)


Oh, you've done it now, it'll be for sale next week!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 04 April, 2010, 09:39:10 pm
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 12:48:34 pm

My TSR27 converted to drops:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/DSCF0010.jpg)



My secret Cycle to Work plan is to get a TSR9 and once they look the other way fit some drops and add a triple.  I'd like a TSR30 but it's more expensive and thought the better tyre  clearances of the other models would be an advantage.  Is there any significant differences in the frames apart from the brake arrangements?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 09:47:21 pm
I had the choice of TSR27 or TSR30, I spoke to people who know, and the consensus was go for the TSR27 because the triple on the TSR30 is too temperamental. As far as I am aware the frames in the TSR range are all the same (apart from material, i.e. a titanium rear triangle on the 30), only the running gear is different.
I kept the SRAM trigger shifters, which means the tops are a little crowded, but thats no problem. There is still room for a bell and Cateye Strada wireless computer.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/TSRNB1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 April, 2010, 09:52:40 am
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 07:43:34 pm
Here's the real deal. My father's bespoke 1954 Bryars. Built by Owen Bryars of Putney. (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/?action=view&current=DSCF0003-1.jpg).

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Bryars2.jpg)

Chain's a bit . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 05 April, 2010, 10:02:42 am
Quote from: torslanda on 05 April, 2010, 09:52:40 am

Chain's a bit . . .

Probably because it's used regularly and isn't just some fashionista's piece of jewellery.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: geraldc on 05 April, 2010, 10:18:11 am
You're new here, aren't you?  ;D

Quote from: Clandy on 05 April, 2010, 10:02:42 am
Quote from: torslanda on 05 April, 2010, 09:52:40 am

Chain's a bit . . .

Probably because it's used regularly and isn't just some fashionista's piece of jewellery.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 05 April, 2010, 11:16:36 am
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 09:47:21 pm
I had the choice of TSR27 or TSR30, I spoke to people who know, and the consensus was go for the TSR27 because the triple on the TSR30 is too temperamental. As far as I am aware the frames in the TSR range are all the same (apart from material, i.e. a titanium rear triangle on the 30), only the running gear is different.
I kept the SRAM trigger shifters, which means the tops are a little crowded, but thats no problem. There is still room for a bell and Cateye Strada wireless computer.


I hadn't realised that the rear triangle on the TSR30 was titanium.  Interesting comment about the triple being "temperamental" - I've tried to run a triple on my AM (62-52-39) with the inner being for granny gearing - but it too has proved temperamental, throwing the chain inwards with nasty results  :(.  The TSR27 might be a better way of getting a nice spread of gears, plus I'm not too keen the idea of a 10 speed cassette.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 05 April, 2010, 12:40:38 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 05 April, 2010, 11:16:36 am
Quote from: Clandy on 04 April, 2010, 09:47:21 pm
I had the choice of TSR27 or TSR30, I spoke to people who know, and the consensus was go for the TSR27 because the triple on the TSR30 is too temperamental. As far as I am aware the frames in the TSR range are all the same (apart from material, i.e. a titanium rear triangle on the 30), only the running gear is different.
I kept the SRAM trigger shifters, which means the tops are a little crowded, but thats no problem. There is still room for a bell and Cateye Strada wireless computer.


I hadn't realised that the rear triangle on the TSR30 was titanium.  Interesting comment about the triple being "temperamental" - I've tried to run a triple on my AM (62-52-39) with the inner being for granny gearing - but it too has proved temperamental, throwing the chain inwards with nasty results  :(.  The TSR27 might be a better way of getting a nice spread of gears, plus I'm not too keen the idea of a 10 speed cassette.

It was an option when I bought the 27 in 2008. Don't know if it still is. I have also heard of people having problems with the indexing on the 10 speed cassette.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 14 April, 2010, 10:24:31 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 04 April, 2010, 07:53:02 pm


Sir, you have a woman's bike !

</Mad Captain Rum>

;)

(I actually really liked your Kona, I'm afraid)


I'll indulge you with a picture of my Kona before long :)

And a review too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 14 April, 2010, 10:29:28 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2010, 07:30:47 pm
It's like the McCarthy witch-hunts of the 1950s.  Zoidburg is the chair of the Un-Fixed Activities Committee and you can denounce the fakenger in the works bike shed simply by PMing him.

I would like to state at this time that I am not now and have never been... a Nathan Barley Fakenger...  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 April, 2010, 10:42:12 pm
Back on topic . . .

I haz anuvver DynaTech  ;D

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/18032010024.jpg)

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/18032010022.jpg)

I'm building this up with a 'period' mix of components but it is mostly STX RC and will feature BBB leather grips and a matching tan Spoon saddle, Panaracer Smoke and Dart folding tyres and a  . . . dessert to be announced!

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/18032010023.jpg)

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/18032010025.jpg)

And now I feel smugly justified in hoarding all that sh1te over the years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 14 April, 2010, 10:54:35 pm
If you want to be really old-skool, I haz a set of STX-RC cantis with Ritchey blocks. :demon: ;D :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 14 April, 2010, 11:01:41 pm
I had problems getting a dynatech - M-trax to work with Vs

My Dynatech of the space shuttle glued lugs era was too narrow for Vs.

Go canti!

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 14 April, 2010, 11:10:11 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 14 April, 2010, 10:42:12 pm
Back on topic . . .

I haz anuvver DynaTech  ;D



Hurry up and put it together.
And whilst ur at it, shrink it a bit so I can have a go!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 April, 2010, 11:40:28 pm
Quote from: spesh on 14 April, 2010, 10:54:35 pm
If you want to be really old-skool, I haz a set of STX-RC cantis with Ritchey blocks. :demon: ;D :demon:

I would be delighted to bid you for them if the Vs won't work! I'll keep you posted on that, you too, Zoiders, Old Chap.

Dan. I'll get it in the washing machine some time this weekend, K?

BTW, anyone want to come for a ride one weekend? Nothing too strenuous, in fact not strenuous at all really, due to the fact that I am now so fat that I have my own gravitational field

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 April, 2010, 11:50:07 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 14 April, 2010, 11:40:28 pm

BTW, anyone want to come for a ride one weekend? Nothing too strenuous, in fact not strenuous at all really, due to the fact that I am now so fat that I have my own gravitational field


We're out for rides most Saturdays, going out into Cheshire from South Manchester and we sometimes do short rides on Sunday afternoons so we could be up for something.
Failing that, Chorlton Wanderers do sedate rides on the 2nd Sunday of the month. They leave Chorlton Water Park at 10.15 and, generally, go out to a Cheshire pub for lunch before cycling back. The Wanders were my introduction to regular cycling and they still get newcomers as well as more experienced riders as well.
Nowadays I tend to use them as social events involving bikes  :thumbsup:



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 April, 2010, 12:38:42 am
That's kind, Choccers but I'm afraid at the mo I wouldn't even make Chorlton without resorting to the train, never mind from Chorlton out to Cheshire and back again!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 15 April, 2010, 09:23:23 am
Quote from: torslanda on 15 April, 2010, 12:38:42 am
That's kind, Choccers but I'm afraid at the mo I wouldn't even make Chorlton without resorting to the train, never mind from Chorlton out to Cheshire and back again!

I should be able to get a pass out for half a day on Sunday?


[/ot]


Bad camera phone photo:
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/IMG00039.jpg)


Third day of commuting today. It's turning out to be a great package. The wheels, or really the rims, really really let it down. They are heavy. They don't have a CNC machined braking surface either which lets braking down a bit. Reasonable hubs and stainless spokes tho!

Despite that, I'm averaging high teens going to work and mid-teens getting home. Thus far it's about 2 mph slower on average than the Focus Cayo and 3 mph faster than the Cannondale MTB on 1.5" Marathons.

The wheels/rims are only change I would make. Aside from trimming the steerer ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 April, 2010, 11:17:05 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 April, 2010, 12:38:42 am
That's kind, Choccers but I'm afraid at the mo I wouldn't even make Chorlton without resorting to the train, never mind from Chorlton out to Cheshire and back again!

Sounds like the Wanderers rides are perfect for you Tor- we go at the speed of the slowest rider and, I'm guessing, it won't be you. Plus there's no shame in turning up at the start with "Bike inna car".
Next ride is 9 May. It's 40 miles to Goostrey and back. The lunch-time pub serves good food and BEER.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 16 April, 2010, 04:41:37 pm
Somebody pointed out this picture, on somebody else's flickr stream, of the Very Lovely Valencia out for a spin the other day.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4046/4503600924_10fbce8e8b_m.jpg)  
They were highly entertained by the tree hat effect.  What you can't see is me trying to work out where the eldest cub has gone!

(I'm also horrified by how gigantic my bum is!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 16 April, 2010, 07:08:06 pm
I'd vote for flat bars  ;D  The black guards look better though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 16 April, 2010, 07:12:52 pm
Plan B looks better than Plan A.
Is P.B a better ride than P.A?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 April, 2010, 07:19:19 pm
Quote from: jogler on 16 April, 2010, 07:12:52 pm
Plan B looks better than Plan A.
Is P.B a better ride than P.A?

Yes much better ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 19 April, 2010, 07:35:19 pm
N+1. Thanks to my employer...

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/204.jpg)

Genesis Core 40

This is what it replaced:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/205.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 19 April, 2010, 09:17:04 pm
Well, if you're gonna have bar ends, get some big'uns!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 20 April, 2010, 10:26:04 am
Went to Wales last week, took the opportunity to get some side by side shots of my TSR and my mother's all original '60s Moulton Speed:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Photo0101.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Photo0094.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Photo0096.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 20 April, 2010, 10:49:58 am
Fantastic pics!  Maybe we could have that second shot on next year's calendar?   :D

So your mum still rides it does she?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 April, 2010, 11:16:26 am
Moulton pr0n!

I think I need to lie down for a bit...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 20 April, 2010, 05:11:17 pm
That third pic is making me think 'Third Policeman' kind of vibe. . .

Are you sure you just picked that spot? The bikes didn't have any choice in the location?

They look almost too happy, was there cake as well?

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 21 April, 2010, 08:57:03 pm
Quote from: LindaG on 20 April, 2010, 10:49:58 am
Fantastic pics!  Maybe we could have that second shot on next year's calendar?   :D

So your mum still rides it does she?

Mum hasn't been on it in years, but my father uses it occasionally.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 21 April, 2010, 10:05:59 pm
If your mother or father get bored with it, you know where you can find me...  I'm afraid my (three) original Moultons all look a bit more "well used" than that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 23 April, 2010, 02:53:30 pm
The 3 latest bikes in the apartment

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/funbike.jpg)
The" fun bike" made from bits and pieces in surplus

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/audaxbike-1.jpg)
The audax bike a replacement for the  Giant TCR i sold.

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/clydemtb-1.jpg)
Th new mtb a Kona Hoss that can take the beatings of me crashing in the forests.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 25 April, 2010, 09:59:57 pm
My new bike  :D

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/S9Mx_xPtsGI/AAAAAAAAEhE/-qSqmPG4vtM/s800/IMG_0055.JPG)

and me in action on it in my best yACF cycling top  :)

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/S9SrHCbtxUI/AAAAAAAAEig/OwQLy0oBTr0/s800/FCG%20Gill.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 April, 2010, 10:06:20 pm
Quote from: GillP on 25 April, 2010, 09:59:57 pm
My new bike  :D

and me in action on it in my best yACF cycling top  :)

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/S9SrHCbtxUI/AAAAAAAAEig/OwQLy0oBTr0/s800/FCG%20Gill.jpg)

Jammy git!

It pissed down all day today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 25 April, 2010, 10:11:56 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 25 April, 2010, 10:06:20 pm
Quote from: GillP on 25 April, 2010, 09:59:57 pm
My new bike  :D

and me in action on it in my best yACF cycling top  :)

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_aF252wVgwes/S9SrHCbtxUI/AAAAAAAAEig/OwQLy0oBTr0/s800/FCG%20Gill.jpg)

Jammy git!

It pissed down all day today.

That was yesterday, but it has been quite nice today too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 April, 2010, 10:44:14 pm
Aye! Missed it yesterday
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 26 April, 2010, 09:12:52 am
Turning my old MTB into a workhorse for Emily... No before shot I'm afraid, brain was running a little slow ::-)

End result:

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0256.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0260.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0260.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0261.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0258.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0263.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0263.jpg)

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/IMG_0262.jpg)


Next up will be some full muguards.

Incidentally, ed-o-brain, this is the mtb I was talking about doing the part-ex on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 26 April, 2010, 11:25:36 am
James,

It's red! :)

Did you ever check the size of it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 26 April, 2010, 12:08:53 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 26 April, 2010, 11:25:36 am
James,

It's red! :)

Did you ever check the size of it?

Indeed I did, it is a 56cm but Emily is comfy on it and she is 5'10"ish if that helps at all?

I must say, I am pleased how smart Trix the Trek looks - Still very red after 10years and no rust.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JohnP on 26 April, 2010, 12:19:05 pm
Quote from: GillP on 25 April, 2010, 09:59:57 pm
My new bike  :D  ...   and me in action on it in my best yACF cycling top  :) ...


Nice bike and lovely top.

Wish my MrsP had some interest in bikes and riding.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 26 April, 2010, 12:20:33 pm
Belle velo GillP!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 April, 2010, 06:56:44 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 26 April, 2010, 12:08:53 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 26 April, 2010, 11:25:36 am
James,

It's red! :)

Did you ever check the size of it?

Indeed I did, it is a 56cm but Emily is comfy on it and she is 5'10"ish if that helps at all?

I must say, I am pleased how smart Trix the Trek looks - Still very red after 10years and no rust.

I think we should all club together and get her a red bottle cage.  That silver one WILL JUST NOT DO  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 26 April, 2010, 07:56:21 pm
Some of you have been very helpful with advice that has helped me get my Kona Sutra touring bike sorted out (disc brake problems, Shimergo). Here are a few pics of the finished product. I am very happy with it, and I'll have to go out for a spin before the sun goes down!
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs314.ash1/27863_768996039225_61409166_46022501_2744909_n.jpg) (http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs264.snc3/27863_768996019265_61409166_46022498_5769708_n.jpg)(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs264.snc3/27863_768996054195_61409166_46022502_3395989_n.jpg)(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs314.ash1/27863_768996104095_61409166_46022508_2764489_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 April, 2010, 08:04:49 pm
Lovely  :thumbsup:
I'm a sucker for disc and drops on a bike and I always liked the Sutra's paint schemes.

BTW GMG:- on the other thread you asked how I'd fitted my lights and I told you what the lights were (didn't read that very well did I ?  :-[).
The lights were mounted on a Topeak Bar X-tender hanging from the stem.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2010, 08:08:08 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 26 April, 2010, 07:56:21 pm
Some of you have been very helpful with advice that has helped me get my touring bike sorted out (disc brake problems, Shimergo). Here are a few pics of the finished product. I am very happy with it, and I'll have to go out for a spin before the sun goes down!

What a foul colour.  Mine is much nicer  ;)

(http://www.peeble.com/ib1.jpg)

D'you think Kona and On-Ones are made in the same factory?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 26 April, 2010, 08:57:03 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2010, 08:08:08 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 26 April, 2010, 07:56:21 pm
Some of you have been very helpful with advice that has helped me get my touring bike sorted out (disc brake problems, Shimergo). Here are a few pics of the finished product. I am very happy with it, and I'll have to go out for a spin before the sun goes down!

What a foul colour.  Mine is much nicer  ;)

(http://www.peeble.com/ib1.jpg)

D'you think Kona and On-Ones are made in the same factory?

No risk of toe overlap on that bike Roger.  Even if you wore your clown shoes.  Looks a bit wrong?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 26 April, 2010, 09:40:27 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 26 April, 2010, 08:04:49 pm
Lovely  :thumbsup:
I'm a sucker for disc and drops on a bike and I always liked the Sutra's paint schemes.

BTW GMG:- on the other thread you asked how I'd fitted my lights and I told you what the lights were (didn't read that very well did I ?  :-[).
The lights were mounted on a Topeak Bar X-tender mounted upside down from the stem.
Thanks - I think so too! And thanks for the answer re: bar extender  ;)
I might email Kona with a pic now I've finished making changes and show them how they should have set up the bike up!

Quote from: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2010, 08:08:08 pm

What a foul colour.  Mine is much nicer  ;)

:facepalm: I can only assume you are joking! Not since the days of my parent's aircooled VW camper van when I was a kid have I seen such a beautiful green paintjob as on my Sutra.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2010, 09:43:56 pm
Quote from: Grub on 26 April, 2010, 08:57:03 pm
No risk of toe overlap on that bike Roger.  Even if you wore your clown shoes.  Looks a bit wrong?
26" wheels, 165mm cranks and suspension geometry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 26 April, 2010, 09:46:58 pm
John Deere green. Nice colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Phil21 on 26 April, 2010, 09:47:29 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 26 April, 2010, 08:08:08 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 26 April, 2010, 07:56:21 pm
Some of you have been very helpful with advice that has helped me get my touring bike sorted out (disc brake problems, Shimergo). Here are a few pics of the finished product. I am very happy with it, and I'll have to go out for a spin before the sun goes down!

What a foul colour.  Mine is much nicer  ;)

(http://www.peeble.com/ib1.jpg)

D'you think Kona and On-Ones are made in the same factory?

Are you sure that bike is big enough for you? It doesn't even come up to your knees.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 27 April, 2010, 09:26:32 am
Well, it must be quite big, seeing as how he's got a ladder to assist climbing on to the damn thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 27 April, 2010, 01:03:37 pm
I got a new commute bike last week,

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4545038493_40576041b2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/22728508@N02/4545038493/)

it's just the right size to store infront of the fire doors at work  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 April, 2010, 01:17:08 pm
That looks quite neat.  Though I hope you move it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 April, 2010, 08:05:24 pm
In the event of a fire, SAVE THE BIKE!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 April, 2010, 08:17:30 pm
Do you need some of my special batteries for that rear light  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 27 April, 2010, 08:56:25 pm
I do like the look of Kona Sutras (and Kona bikes generally - chap in our club has a lovely orange Kona something).  I nearly bought a Kona Sutra a few years ago, but I didn't quite have the pennies.

While we're on similarities between bikes, I reckon mine and Roger's frames came off the same drawing board (apart from the track ends).

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2625/4004812327_fc67b9e3dc.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 April, 2010, 09:45:37 pm
I don't know.  Mine has a much longer fork, and is designed for a suspension fork slightly longer than the rigid one I'm actually using.  It's also more aggressively "compact", with a really steep slope to the top tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 27 April, 2010, 10:27:44 pm
I think mine pre-dates the days of suspension, which may account for the less compact geometry.  Other than that - wishbone rear end, similar (ish) geometry, and the geographical similarity of the makers all caught my attention.

I must put up a more recent piccie, though.  That bike looks completely different nowadays.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Eccentrica Gallumbits on 30 April, 2010, 08:58:40 pm
New bike!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/Flossiesdoll/Bike%20pics/2010_04250051.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/Flossiesdoll/Bike%20pics/2010_04250049.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 30 April, 2010, 09:00:00 pm
Love the bag.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 30 April, 2010, 09:04:41 pm
Very nice indeed.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 01 May, 2010, 10:07:08 am
Quote from: Deano on 30 April, 2010, 09:00:00 pm
Love the bag.

+1

the bike looks v.classy too

d. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 May, 2010, 10:21:45 am
Quote from: Deano on 30 April, 2010, 09:00:00 pm
Love the bag.

How dare you refer to Kirst like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrewc on 01 May, 2010, 10:48:35 am
Easily accessible handbag for swinging at errant drivers & neds....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 May, 2010, 12:47:36 pm
Very girly.   :thumbsup:  There was a time when girls didn't like to be such and preferred to be called boys names  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 02:15:21 pm
Brilliant! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 05:27:46 pm
I forgetted to snap my new addition to the stable.  It's a 1971 (I'm told) Dawes Super Galaxy, restored by a lovely chap who toured the Hebrides on it.  I'm unsure whether to keep it as is, or update it.  Lovely, very responsive ride I found on it's first outing this afternoon, where we had a trio of Galaxies. :thumbsup:

It has a lovely headbadge, which is great, but the graphics were replaced with some much more recent ones.  It's got a massive fifteen gears, can you believe it! :o  And the brakes are centrepulls, so nobody better be doing anything unexpected in front of me ;D

I took photos showing the spokeguard and chainring protector just to wind up the folks for whom such things grate ;)

btw, you'll spot it has already got Carradice applied :D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/DSG002.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/DSG003.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/DSG004.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/DSG005.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 01 May, 2010, 06:50:13 pm
Nice  :thumbsup:
Is that a 5 speed rear block  :o  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 06:51:19 pm
Five speed.  And those are big steps between the sprockets ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 01 May, 2010, 06:54:04 pm
The old Dawes stickers were much nicer than the new style ones. Yours is a bit mix and match.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 01 May, 2010, 06:54:35 pm
Five speed is nice; few enough gears that the lack of indexing doesn't matter, and you can use a simple and cheap chain.  You must lose the pie plate though  :sick:

The rear mech isn't contemporary - I don't think they had slant parallelogram back then.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 01 May, 2010, 06:59:19 pm
And one drink bottle holder  :o

Still a nice bike though Mr Clarion  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 06:59:42 pm
Probably is a bit later, but 80s, I reckon.  It's remarkably smooth.

btw, I use friction shifting on my commuter - 8 speed.  Works well, but I wouldn't fancy going for 9, 10 or 11.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 01 May, 2010, 07:07:15 pm
I'd love an old Super Galaxy and green was may favourite colour for them. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 May, 2010, 09:04:57 pm
Quote from: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 06:59:42 pm
Probably is a bit later, but 80s, I reckon.  It's remarkably smooth.

btw, I use friction shifting on my commuter - 8 speed.  Works well, but I wouldn't fancy going for 9, 10 or 11.

I ran friction with 9speed last week for a giggle. No effect on average speed; the chain finds its place, and your fingers very quickly learn how far to push.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 01 May, 2010, 09:09:23 pm
Hope you have lots of good miles on yours, Kirst  :)

Nice Galaxy Clarion. Is this to replace the bike with the shagged BB threads?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 09:14:36 pm
It was bought as an emergency replacement to go cycle camping.  But I sorted the Orbit (for the moment), so it's an extra.  I'm planning on riding it up to London tomorrow.

Since the photos were taken this afternoon, I've changed the bar tape, shifted the brake levers, and fitted a computer.  Just need to do a Bagman and I'm sorted, I think :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 01 May, 2010, 09:20:45 pm
For reasons which I can't really nail, this seems to have become my most used and best liked bike. Having sold my carbon race rep (definitely at the opposite extreme) for a "good price" I've been looking for something similar but a bit (or better still a lot) lighter, but with little success - other than an expensive custom job!

The excess lbs are mainly in the frame, so maybe I'll just have to get used to it being HEAVY.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/JamTour.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 02 May, 2010, 07:08:27 pm
Quote from: clarion on 01 May, 2010, 05:27:46 pm
  I'm unsure whether to keep it as is,

at least do something with that handlebar angle. I know you implied the brakes are poor, I am surprise you are able to actuate them at all. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2010, 07:31:22 pm
Bar tops have to be flat.  Levers are in a better position now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2010, 07:32:35 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 01 May, 2010, 09:20:45 pm
For reasons which I can't really nail, this seems to have become my most used and best liked bike. Having sold my carbon race rep (definitely at the opposite extreme) for a "good price" I've been looking for something similar but a bit (or better still a lot) lighter, but with little success - other than an expensive custom job!

The excess lbs are mainly in the frame, so maybe I'll just have to get used to it being HEAVY.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/JamTour.jpg)

What is it?

Btw, should have said - it's good to enjoy riding a bike, even if you're not sure why. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 02 May, 2010, 08:29:48 pm
Audax bike rebuild. Finally completed the rebuilding of my audax bike. I bought this secondhand last year but the steerer was cut way too short also I didn't get on well with the compact chainset so over the winter it was stripped down for a major rebuild and equipped to do the long and hilly rides planned for this year (BCM, Mille Cymru, H-B-K-H). So it has new: forks from Mercian (that took 12 weeks :o to deliver), Campag Comp Triple front & rear mechs. Chorus Triple 50/40/30 chainset, 13-29 rear block, front wheel (SON hub on Open Pro rim}, rear wheel (Campag Chorus hub on Ambrosio Excellence rim), Nitto bars and stem, Supernova E3 front and rear lights and finished with Nokon sealed cables. Out tomorrow for its first 200.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_01.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_03.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_02.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_04.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 02 May, 2010, 09:02:59 pm
So much seatpost, so many spacers... why such a small frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 02 May, 2010, 09:24:01 pm
Nothing to get too het up about.
It's "only a Mercian" after all.  ;)

Well, I think it's come together rather well, actually.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Climberruss on 02 May, 2010, 09:27:40 pm
Quote from: Maverick on 02 May, 2010, 08:29:48 pm
Audax bike rebuild. Finally completed the rebuilding of my audax bike. I bought this secondhand last year but the steerer was cut way too short also I didn't get on well with the compact chainset so over the winter it was stripped down for a major rebuild and equipped to do the long and hilly rides planned for this year (BCM, Mille Cymru, H-B-K-H). So it has new: forks from Mercian (that took 12 weeks :o to deliver), Campag Comp Triple front & rear mechs. Chorus Triple 50/40/30 chainset, 13-29 rear block, front wheel (SON hub on Open Pro rim}, rear wheel (Campag Chorus hub on Ambrosio Excellence rim), Nitto bars and stem, Supernova E3 front and rear lights and finished with Nokon sealed cables. Out tomorrow for its first 200.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_01.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_03.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_02.jpg)

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_04.jpg)

Thats a great spec and will be a superb Audax machine!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 02 May, 2010, 09:36:49 pm
Finished building my new summer bike last night.   :D

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Whitefixie.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/whitefixie2.jpg)

Hope the weather is nice enough tomorrow for a spin down to Cambridge & back, via Reach fair (http://www.camcycle.org.uk/events/rides/).  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2010, 09:38:41 pm
Quote from: Maverick on 02 May, 2010, 08:29:48 pm
(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Newmercianforweb_01.jpg)


Purty
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 02 May, 2010, 11:18:56 pm
Wobbly John - That has a rather pleasing Old School look. Nice.

Just an observation. Quite a short gear for Fenland?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 02 May, 2010, 11:21:45 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 02 May, 2010, 09:02:59 pm
So much seatpost, so many spacers... why such a small frame?

Because this position is too uncomfortable for really long rides

Actually I have left the steerer long to give me the chance to mess around with the position in order to get it right, I've only ridden it for about 20km so far. The longer run tomorrow will give me the chance to get it sorted by which time both saddle and steerer maybe shorter.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/04072009015.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 02 May, 2010, 11:27:00 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 02 May, 2010, 11:18:56 pm
Wobbly John - That has a rather pleasing Old School look. Nice.

Just an observation. Quite a short gear for Fenland?

It's got a 15 tooth on the back 42 front = 73.5" -  too high a gear for our club 'medium gear' time trial on Tuesday. I had intended fitting the 41T chainring I had to give me 72", but the hole spacings were not what I expected.  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 03 May, 2010, 10:19:07 am
That is a beautiful steed Wobbly John.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 04 May, 2010, 09:17:01 pm
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 08:20:52 pm
Here's mine. Nothing too special I know, but it's mine and I like it. :P

(http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n275/yellowhammer_01/pushbike/2010_0504castle0024.jpg)

The pic was taken at my work, Upnor castle in Medway. Technically, that's my office door. ;D

Nice. I especially like its red belly!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 May, 2010, 09:34:01 pm
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 08:20:52 pm
The pic was taken at my work, Upnor castle in Medway. Technically, that's my office door. ;D

Are you the King's principal torturer?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 04 May, 2010, 10:06:09 pm
should that be Principia torturer ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 05 May, 2010, 08:10:45 am
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 11:15:13 pm
Spacebadger, the red bits are added entirely due to my belief that red ones go more fasterer. ;D

I'm sure that's an age old principle of physics, rather than just a belief. Or something. Regardless, it works for me  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 05 May, 2010, 08:26:11 am
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 08:20:52 pm
Here's mine. Nothing too special I know, but it's mine and I like it. :P

(http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n275/yellowhammer_01/pushbike/2010_0504castle0024.jpg)

The pic was taken at my work, Upnor castle in Medway. Technically, that's my office door. ;D
The bit I bolded is the most important bit of your post. That sentiment is the ONLY one that matters :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 05 May, 2010, 08:13:29 pm
That is one impressive office door aswell !!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 May, 2010, 08:38:43 pm
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 11:15:13 pm
Alas, the only torture is my mangling of history when a visitor asks a question I don't know the answer to ("The castle was built in 1904 by Oliver Cromwell, to prevent the Romans from invading").

It reminds me of this passage in Hardy's "A Pair Of Blue Eyes":

Quote
'Oh!...Well, his family is no better than my own, 'a b'lieve.'

'How is that?'

'Hedgers and ditchers by rights. But once in ancient times one of 'em, when he was at work, changed clothes with King Charles the Second, and saved the king's life. King Charles came up to him like a common man, and said off-hand, "Man in the smock-frock, my name is Charles the Second, and that's the truth on't. Will you lend me your clothes?" "I don't mind if I do," said Hedger Luxellian; and they changed there and then. "Now mind ye," King Charles the Second said, like a common man, as he rode away, "if ever I come to the crown, you come to court, knock at the door, and say out bold, 'Is King Charles the Second at home?' Tell your name, and they shall let you in, and you shall be made a lord." Now, that was very nice of Master Charley?'

'Very nice indeed.'

'Well, as the story is, the king came to the throne; and some years after that, away went Hedger Luxellian, knocked at the king's door, and asked if King Charles the Second was in. "No, he isn't," they said. "Then, is Charles the Third?" said Hedger Luxellian. "Yes," said a young feller standing by like a common man, only he had a crown on, "my name is Charles the Third." And——'

'I really fancy that must be a mistake. I don't recollect anything in English history about Charles the Third,' said the other in a tone of mild remonstrance.

'Oh, that's right history enough, only 'twasn't prented; he was rather a queer-tempered man, if you remember.'

'Very well; go on.'

'And, by hook or by crook, Hedger Luxellian was made a lord, and everything went on well till some time after, when he got into a most terrible row with King Charles the Fourth.

'I can't stand Charles the Fourth. Upon my word, that's too much.'

'Why? There was a George the Fourth, wasn't there?'

'Certainly.'

'Well, Charleses be as common as Georges.'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 05 May, 2010, 09:18:55 pm
Quote from: yellowhammer on 04 May, 2010, 11:15:13 pm
Alas, the only torture is my mangling of history when a visitor asks a question I don't know the answer to ("The castle was built in 1904 by Oliver Cromwell, to prevent the Romans from invading").

I assume that's a hyperthetical mangle as anyone round here knows it was built to protect the dockyard  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 05 May, 2010, 09:49:22 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 05 May, 2010, 08:26:11 am
The bit I bolded is the most important bit of your post. That sentiment is the ONLY one that matters :thumbsup:

Absolutely!

Excepting a sprocket on a fixie which was nicked (the whole bike!) within days of getting said new sprocket, chain and chainring, this is the only piece of dura ace (or equivalent) kit I've owned.

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSCN0422.jpg)

Really rather nice they are too! It's a shame Kona have gone all conventional for the 2010 Honky Tonk.
I've put mine on a bit of a diet, the wheels probably accounting for most of the reduction in weight. (They were quite bargainous too from Decathlon)

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSCN0421.jpg)
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSCN0424.jpg)

Decent rear mech and cassette for very positive shifting with those d/t shifters
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSCN0425.jpg)

And that's all I'll bore you with for now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 06 May, 2010, 11:22:04 am
Love that Kona, Ed.  :thumbsup:

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 06 May, 2010, 10:13:21 pm
I have Dura Ace 7-speed DT shifters on my winter bike.  Shift very smoothly and immediately.  I keep reaching for them on my other bikes and wondering why there's nothing there...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 06 May, 2010, 10:17:59 pm
I have Dura Ace 9 speed on two of my bikes and another set unused in my box. They just work, forever. One bike has Shimano 105 mechs, the other Ultegra and Dura Ace.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 06 May, 2010, 11:24:25 pm
I too have some DT shifters (105's) and often wonder why I just don't stick them on all my bikes. The bike I have with STI's doesn't change gear half as well regardless of how much I adjust them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 07 May, 2010, 01:42:08 am
The satisfying clunk on those shifters almost makes up for the bike not being fixed ;o)
The Kona certainly is a satisfying bike to own. Especially at the price I paid

 :smug:


So much so, I might be selling my soot bike in order to fund some of my business venture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2010, 08:58:55 am
Oooh - downtube levers! :)

I've been looking at the Shimano 600 'arabesques' on my Woodrup, and wanting to get it fettled onto the road :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 07 May, 2010, 06:22:52 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 06 May, 2010, 10:13:21 pm
I have                   DT shifters on my     tourer                          bike.  Shift very smoothly and immediately.  I keep reaching for them on my other bikes and wondering why there's nothing there...

I do the same after riding the Longstaff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 08 May, 2010, 12:07:40 pm
I like Konas! Really nice looking bike.
I also have a backward facing pointy protrusion on the head tube of my Kona (and have seen similar on other bikes too). Can anyone tell me what this is for?

Quote from: ed_o_brain on 05 May, 2010, 09:49:22 pm



(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/DSCN0422.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2010, 12:08:49 pm
Pump peg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 May, 2010, 12:25:15 pm
No it's not.  It's where it suckles Konalets.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 08 May, 2010, 12:30:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2010, 12:08:49 pm
Pump peg
It does look a bit like that, but there's no corresponding peg at the other end, and it looks too long a stretch for a pump to go along the top tube and just fit against the frame...I'm not entirely convinced.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2010, 02:41:40 pm
There doesn't need to be a peg at the other end.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 08 May, 2010, 09:13:33 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 08 May, 2010, 12:30:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2010, 12:08:49 pm
Pump peg
It does look a bit like that, but there's no corresponding peg at the other end, and it looks too long a stretch for a pump to go along the top tube and just fit against the frame...I'm not entirely convinced.
They do make pumps in more than one length, longer ones being described as "frame fitting".

SKS Germany (http://www.sks-germany.com/sks.php?l=en&a=product&i=1278303301)

See the size chart?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 May, 2010, 11:28:49 am
Normally the pump ends up non-parallel to the top tube and ruins the look of the bike...so you end up carrying CO2  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 09 May, 2010, 12:37:58 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 09 May, 2010, 11:28:49 am
Normally the pump ends up non-parallel to the top tube and ruins the look of the bike...so you end up carrying CO2  :)

Confirmed by means of a micrometer, I assume?  :P
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 09 May, 2010, 01:53:49 pm
Just whack a little zip tie tight round the seat tube to stop it sliding.  Works for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 09 May, 2010, 04:46:35 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 08 May, 2010, 09:13:33 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 08 May, 2010, 12:30:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2010, 12:08:49 pm
Pump peg
It does look a bit like that, but there's no corresponding peg at the other end, and it looks too long a stretch for a pump to go along the top tube and just fit against the frame...I'm not entirely convinced.
They do make pumps in more than one length, longer ones being described as "frame fitting".

SKS Germany (http://www.sks-germany.com/sks.php?l=en&a=product&i=1278303301)

See the size chart?
Ok, I'd not actually seen pumps that long before! I use one of these  (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Lezyne_Micro_Floor_Drive_HP_Mini_Pump/5360040907/)instead.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 10 May, 2010, 01:54:29 pm
Latest project is now complete. Many thanks to the forumers who helped out with advice re brakes and gears. This is a 1979 'King of Mercia' touring with its original paintwork and transfers built with a full Super Record groupset. Wheels are SR large flange hubs on new (700C) Ambrosio rims. Bars and stem are Cinnelli (1A stem and Campione del Mondo bars).

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/King02.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 May, 2010, 01:57:05 pm
Ooh very nice  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 10 May, 2010, 02:01:22 pm
Tasteful.  Very tasteful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 May, 2010, 04:47:51 pm
Yes, very nice. Surprised to see the rear brake cable routed that way (inner cable only on the underside of the top tube) in 1979!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 10 May, 2010, 05:46:44 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 10 May, 2010, 04:47:51 pm
Yes, very nice. Surprised to see the rear brake cable routed that way (inner cable only on the underside of the top tube) in 1979!

S/N indicates 1979 and 2 cable bosses on top tube  ??? Doesn't mean I've set it up right though :-[

This is from a 1970's Mercian brochure and shows similar cable routing
(http://www.merciancycles.com/graphix/1970_full_campionissimo.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 May, 2010, 07:00:04 pm
I just don't remember frames going over to that kind of routing until much later. Just shows that whatever "innovation" you see in the world of bikes - it's probably been done before!

Looking closer, the bosses appear to be on the wrong side - they're usually on the non-drive side so you don't have to loop the last bit of outer round the seatpost. Maybe it was designed for some kind of centrepull brake?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 10 May, 2010, 07:48:03 pm
Quote from: Maverick on 10 May, 2010, 01:54:29 pm
(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/King02.jpg)

Utterly lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 May, 2010, 09:43:53 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 10 May, 2010, 07:00:04 pm
I just don't remember frames going over to that kind of routing until much later. Just shows that whatever "innovation" you see in the world of bikes - it's probably been done before!

Looking closer, the bosses appear to be on the wrong side - they're usually on the non-drive side so you don't have to loop the last bit of outer round the seatpost. Maybe it was designed for some kind of centrepull brake?

Brakes are sometimes left-handed and sometimes right-handed.  The last time I had cable stops brazed on, I had them along the top of the top tube.  Makes it impossible to sit on, but easier to stop the bike by pulling the cable, if for some reason you think that's terribly cool  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 May, 2010, 09:47:00 pm
Quote from: Maverick on 10 May, 2010, 01:54:29 pm
1979 'King of Mercia'

It's a very nice shade of blue, that bike.

It could be just the angle of the photo, but I think the rear derailleur outer looks a bit short.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 10 May, 2010, 10:54:45 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 10 May, 2010, 07:00:04 pm
Looking closer, the bosses appear to be on the wrong side - they're usually on the non-drive side so you don't have to loop the last bit of outer round the seatpost. Maybe it was designed for some kind of centrepull brake?

It would almost definitely had centrepull brakes originally.

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 May, 2010, 09:47:00 pm
It could be just the angle of the photo, but I think the rear derailleur outer looks a bit short.

It is, it will get sorted in due course - I've been promised a longer Campag stainless outer that I'll pick up sometime.

Quote from: rdaviesb on 10 May, 2010, 07:48:03 pm

Utterly lovely.
Thank you, and to the others for the positive comments. Hopefully out tomorrow for my first proper ride - only been up and down the street to check everything is tightened up and working so far.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 10 May, 2010, 11:55:14 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4597053220_732fcdd052.jpg)

Islabikes Beinn 26" Small.

Great bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2010, 10:20:04 am
Phwoooarrr!!!!

Can i be a kid again?

Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeease?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 11 May, 2010, 12:45:59 pm
Quote from: hatler on 10 May, 2010, 11:55:14 pm

Islabikes Beinn 26" Small.


Nit-picking, I know - but aren't the cranks a bit long compared to the rest of the set-up?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 11 May, 2010, 01:00:42 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 11 May, 2010, 12:45:59 pm
Quote from: hatler on 10 May, 2010, 11:55:14 pm

Islabikes Beinn 26" Small.


Nit-picking, I know - but aren't the cranks a bit long compared to the rest of the set-up?
Spec says 152mm. I'll check what they are when I get home. They seem to fit him OK.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 11 May, 2010, 01:28:07 pm
152mm sounds perfect - must be an optical delusion.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 12 May, 2010, 11:25:21 am
Yup. 152mm they are.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 12 May, 2010, 09:20:21 pm
My Brommie, ahead of some serious fettling to bring it up to a standard worthy of BWC racing:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/Brompton/3d29d1fc.jpg)

Melbourne12's tandem, currently on vacation in the SEEKRIT BUNKER:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/199fa9d9.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harrumph on 13 May, 2010, 01:58:22 pm
Not really mine, but MsM can't ride it, and I can  :demon:

If it's peculiar, this machine has it! Three wheels, front wheel drive, reverse fork offset, remote steering...
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/Munster2.jpg)

And it tilts through corners:
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/Munster5.jpg)

This one, however, is all mine - a commuter for London's third world road surfaces:
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/GoodBoy.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 13 May, 2010, 03:12:10 pm
Quote from: harrumph on 13 May, 2010, 01:58:22 pm
Not really mine, but MsM can't ride it, and I can  :demon:

If it's peculiar, this machine has it! Three wheels, front wheel drive, reverse fork offset, remote steering...
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/Munster2.jpg)

And it tilts through corners:
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/Munster5.jpg)


IWOOT!   :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 13 May, 2010, 03:15:53 pm
Quote from: harrumph on 13 May, 2010, 01:58:22 pm
Not really mine, but MsM can't ride it, and I can  :demon:

If it's peculiar, this machine has it! Three wheels, front wheel drive, reverse fork offset, remote steering...
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww152/marshanp/Munster2.jpg)

Very interesting, tell us more  :)

Interesting Cannondale too
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harrumph on 13 May, 2010, 03:27:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 13 May, 2010, 03:15:53 pm
Very interesting, tell us more  :)

It's a FastFWD (http://www.fastfwd.nl/index.php?id=29) Munzo tilting trike, made in small numbers in his shed in a suburb of Amsterdam by a very nice man called Bram Smit.

The point of the tilt is that it corners just like a two-wheeler of similar layout, but maybe with a little more leanability thanks to the extra contact patch and independently suspended rear wheels - in other words, really well!

When stationary, the tilt can be locked so that it stands up on its own and you don't need to put a foot down. This makes it a promising candidate for a full fairing...  :demon:

It ain't light, with all that gubbins, and it only has 9 gears and one brake, so it's not strictly road legal - but it prefers flattish race tracks anyway.

Here I am, in heroically comically awful weather, on the start line of a recent race:

fowlmead 2010 039 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/anglepoise/4582080319/in/photostream/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 May, 2010, 07:04:47 pm
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2009/2/13/1234520276998/High-speed-trains-The-Adv-002.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 13 May, 2010, 10:29:25 pm
Quote from: harrumph on 13 May, 2010, 03:27:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 13 May, 2010, 03:15:53 pm
Very interesting, tell us more  :)

It's a FastFWD (http://www.fastfwd.nl/index.php?id=29) Munzo tilting trike, made in small numbers in his shed in a suburb of Amsterdam by a very nice man called Bram Smit

I'd love to ride one to see how the tilt worked  :)

But only if there weren't any hills...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 14 May, 2010, 01:29:32 pm
A teaser

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010674.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 14 May, 2010, 01:35:11 pm
Fakenger bike in progress?

Top tube protector: Check
Short stem and really cut down bars: Check
No (connected) brakes: Check

;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 14 May, 2010, 10:32:47 pm
Quote from: Greenbank on 14 May, 2010, 01:35:11 pm
Fakenger bike in progress?

Top tube protector: Check
Short stem and really cut down bars: Check
No (connected) brakes: Check

;)

Trispoke front wheel? FAIL
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 14 May, 2010, 11:56:34 pm
I picked up my C2W N+1 today:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/4606991056_fbb61fbb6e.jpg)

After 35 miles around the lanes and bridleways of Charnwood this evening  -  I like it !

OK  -  I know that the undergrowth is a bit slack.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 May, 2010, 10:33:47 am
Is that a specific cross build?
Can it take guards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 15 May, 2010, 11:28:47 am
Quote from: Grub on 15 May, 2010, 10:33:47 am
Is that a specific cross build?
Can it take guards?

From Overview &laquo;  Genesis Bikes (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/cross/croix-de-fer/croix-de-fer/overview/)

Quote
A bike that could be found taking on all kinds of terrain, the Croix de Fer suits 28c road slicks and guards or the fitted 35c ’cross tyres for country lanes, tracks and byways.

If the Croix de Fer had been around when I was choosing my Peregrine I'd have had a far harder choice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 May, 2010, 01:12:08 pm
Quote from: JonBuoy on 14 May, 2010, 11:56:34 pm
I picked up my C2W N+1 today...

Very nice - I like those, seems like a great all-rounder. I think a compact chainset suits this application well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 May, 2010, 01:28:11 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 15 May, 2010, 11:28:47 am
Quote from: Grub on 15 May, 2010, 10:33:47 am
Is that a specific cross build?
Can it take guards?

From Overview &laquo;  Genesis Bikes (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/cross/croix-de-fer/croix-de-fer/overview/)

Quote
A bike that could be found taking on all kinds of terrain, the Croix de Fer suits 28c road slicks and guards or the fitted 35c ’cross tyres for country lanes, tracks and byways.

If the Croix de Fer had been around when I was choosing my Peregrine I'd have had a far harder choice :)

What a cracking bike for the money.  If we finally get the C2W scheme, I'm getting one of them  :thumbsup:
It will mean I can bomb along the canal for a change and will make winter riding safer and more enjoyable than on the MTB with snow tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 15 May, 2010, 01:50:42 pm
I've been busy ;D

stuff to do yet, either change saddle for a black b17 or change the bar tape for brown Brooks leather.  Cabling to sort properly for length etc,  may fit some STIs if I can find some at a reasonable price.  Saddle and bar to get spot on as well yet.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010681.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010680.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010682.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 May, 2010, 04:36:52 pm
Coming on nicely  :) assuming you'll end up with bar tape and saddle the same colour

Couldn't see STIs on that bike though  :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 15 May, 2010, 06:11:39 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 15 May, 2010, 04:36:52 pm
Coming on nicely  :) assuming you'll end up with bar tape and saddle the same colour

Couldn't see STIs on that bike though  :hand:

Yes probably go for Brown leather bar tape to match the saddle, and your probably right about STIIs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 15 May, 2010, 08:11:38 pm
Love the Croix de Fer  :thumbsup:

I also would get one tomorrow if I didn't have the Peregrine. Great bike, now get it a bit dirty!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 15 May, 2010, 08:50:34 pm
My new Cannondale CAAD9:
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/DSCF4558.jpg)

I've owned it for 3 months now. It is a truly super-bike base with great potential; high end alloy frame at reasonable price. I did my longest ride so far on it yesterday, 115 Mi with over 10,000 ft climbing (short of 90 ft/Mi which is close to the magic 100 ft/Mi golden ratio). Here we are making the top of Winnats, 57 Mi in our sortie:

(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/WinnatsPassMay2010.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 15 May, 2010, 10:14:26 pm
That looks very nice mate.  Very fast  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 15 May, 2010, 11:12:07 pm
Quote from: Grub on 15 May, 2010, 10:14:26 pm
That looks very nice mate.  Very fast  ;D

A GT-superbike: Speed in comfort. I'm happy. Can't stop grinning in fact...  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 May, 2010, 11:39:58 pm
Quote from: JonBuoy on 14 May, 2010, 11:56:34 pm
I picked up my C2W N+1 today:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/4606991056_fbb61fbb6e.jpg)

After 35 miles around the lanes and bridleways of Charnwood this evening  -  I like it !

OK  -  I know that the undergrowth is a bit slack.



Fabulous  :thumbsup: Except the brown bar tape  >:(
Not my taste I guess.
Hope you have many happy miles on the beastie  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 May, 2010, 12:03:35 am
Final, I hope, incarnation of my very old Mongoose IBOC MTB:-

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1416/4609244353_e199138fcd_b.jpg)

Front close-up:-

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1176/4609247603_6f63596e26_b.jpg)

Front fork is now a Kona P2 and Avid BB7s are fitted front and back, 160mm rotors.
Wheels are the spare pair from my (stolen) Enigma- STC 19 rims/XT rear hub/SON front hub/Marathon Supreme 700x35 tyres.
It goes well but I'm not sure that I know that I wouldn't want to do more than 100 miles in a day on it.

Love the bike- I did my first ever tour on it, around the Bodenzee in 2000, and then used it on tours in France for the following 5 years.
I've spent way more on it than it's worth but, when the frame craps out, I'll transfer the remaining bits onto another bike.
"I've had this broom for years...."  ;)

Pictures taken at Chester Station. Yes, I should have moved the plastic crate.........


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Valiant on 16 May, 2010, 01:11:19 am
It's been a while since I posted so here's some girl on girl action.

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs510.ash1/30115_393624670628_511250628_3863239_1374058_n.jpg)

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs510.ash1/30115_393624765628_511250628_3863242_49727_n.jpg)

The trike is currently on the floor in parts waiting for a rebuild so more pics coming :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 16 May, 2010, 10:56:27 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 15 May, 2010, 11:39:58 pm
Fabulous  :thumbsup: Except the brown bar tape  >:(
Not my taste I guess.

Ditto me, but I'd just change that.  I might even go for white.
The seat would have to go as I'd put on a Specialized one - so maybe the white version of that too  ;D
Crisp ( when it is brand new and not used )  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 16 May, 2010, 12:04:31 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 15 May, 2010, 08:50:34 pm
My new Cannondale CAAD9:
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/DSCF4558.jpg)

I've owned it for 3 months now. It is a truly super-bike base with great potential; high end alloy frame at reasonable price. I did my longest ride so far on it yesterday, 115 Mi with over 10,000 ft climbing (short of 90 ft/Mi which is close to the magic 100 ft/Mi golden ratio). Here we are making the top of Winnats, 57 Mi in our sortie:



Smashing looking bike that Frenchie,if it rides anywhere near as good as it looks, you should be well pleased, they've had some really really good reviews too, although I'd be a bit carefull going anywhere near Vailiant ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 16 May, 2010, 05:13:39 pm
^^^
Hot, hot, hot...  ;) And, yes, it does ride as well as it looks. That frame is amazing, stiff enough but superbly comfortable (I did a 70 Mi club ride with it straight out of the box, no problem): Who said aluminium was dead?! On some of the super steep downhills on Friday it felt like a rail, very stable, and I had no problem catching up and overtaking my team mate.

PS It is too big for Valiant anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 16 May, 2010, 07:33:43 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 15 May, 2010, 11:28:47 am
Quote from: Grub on 15 May, 2010, 10:33:47 am
Is that a specific cross build?
Can it take guards?

From Overview &laquo;  Genesis Bikes (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/cross/croix-de-fer/croix-de-fer/overview/)

Quote
A bike that could be found taking on all kinds of terrain, the Croix de Fer suits 28c road slicks and guards or the fitted 35c ’cross tyres for country lanes, tracks and byways.

If the Croix de Fer had been around when I was choosing my Peregrine I'd have had a far harder choice :)
I like this one more than the tri-cross single.

Overview &laquo;  Genesis Bikes (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/cross/day-one/day-one-cross/overview/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2010, 10:59:44 pm
That Croix de fer is a great bike.  OK, I too wouldn't have the brown bar tape, but then I wouldn't want my bike to be white, either.  Lovely ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 17 May, 2010, 10:25:58 am
Quote from: Aidan on 16 May, 2010, 12:04:31 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 15 May, 2010, 08:50:34 pm
My new Cannondale CAAD9:
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/ZeFrenchie/Cycling/DSCF4558.jpg)

I've owned it for 3 months now. It is a truly super-bike base with great potential; high end alloy frame at reasonable price. I did my longest ride so far on it yesterday, 115 Mi with over 10,000 ft climbing (short of 90 ft/Mi which is close to the magic 100 ft/Mi golden ratio). Here we are making the top of Winnats, 57 Mi in our sortie:



Smashing looking bike that Frenchie,if it rides anywhere near as good as it looks, you should be well pleased, they've had some really really good reviews too, although I'd be a bit carefull going anywhere near Vailiant ;D

Cannondale really know how to work aluminium don't they?

My 'Best' bike is a 2004 Cannondale R800 (also a caad9 frame).
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/MLNA0025.jpg)
I love it and wouldn't change it for anything (apart from upgrading the wheels- the 16 spoke rear is a bit flexy when honking and twitchy when fast descending and maybe swapping the colour for your red Frenchie)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 May, 2010, 02:11:57 pm
Ah Ha! Very good. So have you ridden it about at all yet?

Quote from: Aidan on 15 May, 2010, 01:50:42 pm
I've been busy ;D

stuff to do yet, either change saddle for a black b17 or change the bar tape for brown Brooks leather.  Cabling to sort properly for length etc,  may fit some STIs if I can find some at a reasonable price.  Saddle and bar to get spot on as well yet.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010681.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010680.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010682.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 17 May, 2010, 04:00:07 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 May, 2010, 02:11:57 pm
Ah Ha! Very good. So have you ridden it about at all yet?

Quote from: Aidan on 15 May, 2010, 01:50:42 pm
I've been busy ;D

stuff to do yet, either change saddle for a black b17 or change the bar tape for brown Brooks leather.  Cabling to sort properly for length etc,  may fit some STIs if I can find some at a reasonable price.  Saddle and bar to get spot on as well yet.




A few miles last night to start getting it just so, had to cut it short because the Vredestein tyre on the back started to disintegrate  ???  hence the need to fit tyres.  Hoping to get them fitted this evening  :thumbsup:

Show the pictures to your dad if you can.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 May, 2010, 04:14:30 pm
Mudguards? Looks like plenty of space in those long drop calliper brakes to accommodate them...  

Will pass on the photos.

[edit] Oh, and what is the ride like?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 17 May, 2010, 05:37:59 pm
I hate to metion this but are the brake levers on the right way round?

Cables look odd under the tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 17 May, 2010, 06:14:07 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 May, 2010, 04:14:30 pm
Mudguards? Looks like plenty of space in those long drop calliper brakes to accommodate them...  

Will pass on the photos.

[edit] Oh, and what is the ride like?

Mudguards very likely later in year, hard to tell what it rides like, the disintegrating tyre was balooning in one place so it felt odd. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 17 May, 2010, 06:17:00 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 17 May, 2010, 05:37:59 pm
I hate to metion this but are the brake levers on the right way round?

Cables look odd under the tape.

Interesting point. I had a bit of trouble routing them properly  and routed so my hands didnt rest on them in the end and intended having another go when I redo the bartape. The brake levers have been that way round since I bought the donor bike. They could have been on the wrong way round originally, I'll try swapping them over . cheers
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 17 May, 2010, 06:21:44 pm
I thought they were, they normaly route in from the inside of the drops so cable sits under the joint of your fingers.

If you ask at your LBS they may if you are lucky have some old cable routing guides by shimano that were designed to work with the stand alone aero levers.

They look a bit like a cable tidy with metal ferule at one end, the ferule plugs into the lever.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 17 May, 2010, 08:55:56 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 17 May, 2010, 06:14:07 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 May, 2010, 04:14:30 pm
Mudguards? Looks like plenty of space in those long drop calliper brakes to accommodate them...  

Will pass on the photos.

[edit] Oh, and what is the ride like?

Mudguards very likely later in year, hard to tell what it rides like, the disintegrating tyre was balooning in one place so it felt odd. 

Changed the tyres and been out for a ride. It rides very very well, I can see a long friendship developing here :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 18 May, 2010, 09:56:52 am
Another picture of my Peregrine

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4618311108_3c7edfc9dd.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36022173@N08/4618311108/)

I swapped the drops I'd originally fitted for some bullhorns after discovering how much better I gut on with them :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 18 May, 2010, 09:59:53 am
Quote from: PaulF on 18 May, 2010, 09:56:52 am
Another picture of my Peregrine

I swapped the drops I'd originally fitted for some bullhorns after discovering how much better I gut on with them :)


Is this a term of which I am (blissfully) unaware ?

"Gut on":  To rest one's mid-riff on the top tube whilst struggling with bull horns.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 18 May, 2010, 11:46:15 pm
My road bike - ready for a weekend away playing in the hills:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/1397f5dc.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 May, 2010, 09:04:08 am
Nice.  The thing about all your bikes, C, is that they just look Right.  And, given you're the same size as me, I just want to get on & ride them. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 19 May, 2010, 09:11:05 am
Did the downtube decal come from zazzle?  I think I might need to buy one come payday. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 19 May, 2010, 09:37:47 am
Rando, this morning.

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S_OfUWhptDI/AAAAAAAAAm8/YxO6tkXw8Vo/The%20Rando.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 May, 2010, 09:43:28 am
Top.  Proper Bike.  Like the upgrade to STI.  I'd obviously have put bar ends on it, but the Randonneur is one of those bikes that could pretty much go on forever. :thumbsup:

Unusual choice of bartape, but hey- it's yours, so enjoy it ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 19 May, 2010, 09:46:52 am
I think grey works - I had brown previously to match the Brooks. But I prefer the grey. Anything is better the the bright yellow I first had on it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 May, 2010, 09:48:10 am
Yellow is Rong. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 19 May, 2010, 09:53:09 am
Quote from: PaulR on 19 May, 2010, 09:11:05 am
Did the downtube decal come from zazzle?  I think I might need to buy one come payday. 

I've had it so long, I can't remember.  I think it was via a US seller on eBay.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 19 May, 2010, 12:50:00 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 18 May, 2010, 11:46:15 pm
My road bike - ready for a weekend away playing in the hills:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/1397f5dc.jpg)

OK, I see the drivetrain & brakes...


...where's the rest of the bike?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 19 May, 2010, 01:57:04 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 19 May, 2010, 12:50:00 pm
OK, I see the drivetrain & brakes...


...where's the rest of the bike?  ;D
It's a Flying Gate!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 19 May, 2010, 02:19:01 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 19 May, 2010, 12:50:00 pm
OK, I see the drivetrain & brakes...


...where's the rest of the bike?  ;D

It's the weird colour scheme that freaks me. Every time you try to operate one of these weird black controls, which are labeled in black on a black background, a small black light lights up black to let you know you've done it. Hey, what is this, some kind of galactic hyper-hearse?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 May, 2010, 02:20:59 pm
It's like, how much more black could this be? and the answer is none. None more black.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 20 May, 2010, 09:39:02 am
Ah, the Hitchhiker's Guide to Spinal Tap. Wonderful! Nice bike too...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 20 May, 2010, 11:33:28 am
Yup, rather nice Charlotte! My possible n+1 (Pedal to Paris reserve frame, but n+1 if I can help it!!) is black too..
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160432479647&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:1123

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 21 May, 2010, 09:19:16 am
Raleigh 653 (1989 team replica), yesterday.

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_tZtjNi-Cuwk/S_ZBTci9AoI/AAAAAAAAAnk/1HgwDaLsC2g/Raleigh%20653.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 May, 2010, 09:46:43 am
Lush.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 May, 2010, 10:15:50 am
New pics of an old favourite - my 1980/1 Woodrup Giro Custom.  It's been off the road since some cack-handed maintenance by a bike shop, and I wanted to change everything over from Campag Record to Shimano 600 Arabesque.

I haven't succeeded in my aim.  I can't get an aero 600 seatpost in 27.0mm, and the brakes & hubs are 105, but are lovely.  I just need to swap to my new cassette and tighten the cones at the back so the chain doesn't slip and there's no play on the wheel.  It rides so much better now.  Lovely bike, she is.

Her name is Whsh.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/WARTYWhsh019.jpg)

I know.  Lawnmowing's a bit slack.  But the shallots are coming up in the raised bed ;D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/WARTYWhsh018.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/WARTYWhsh021.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/WARTYWhsh017.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 23 May, 2010, 11:31:11 am
Quote from: clarion on 23 May, 2010, 10:15:50 am
New pics of an old favourite - my 1980/1 Woodrup Giro Custom.  It's been off the road since some cack-handed maintenance by a bike shop, and I wanted to change everything over from Campag Record to Shimano 600 Arabesque.

I haven't succeeded in my aim.  I can't get an aero 600 seatpost in 27.0mm, and the brakes & hubs are 105, but are lovely.  I just need to swap to my new cassette and tighten the cones at the back so the chain doesn't slip and there's no play on the wheel.  It rides so much better now.  Lovely bike, she is.

Her name is Whsh.




Just Lush, with a capital L :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 May, 2010, 09:41:35 am
A couple of years ago I sold my thirty year old Gios (which was third hand and slightly too big) and promised myself I would build another bike that I couldn’t really justify but was going to have anyway! I have been using my Titanium Van Nicholas Yukon (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4632331946_c864f06705_o.jpg) which I have been impressed with, as I intend to keep this replacement bike for a long time Titanium was a logical choice. I actually bought it two years ago but couldn’t afford a few of the items I really wanted, I originally fitted cheaper wheels and seat pin for example; two years later I can and it’s finally finished.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4631724327_90fa58cc5b_o.jpg)
Van Nicholas Chinook, Campagnolo Record 10 Speed with Record Red levers (all my other bikes are 10 so didn't want 11), Mavic Ksyrium SSL SL, Black wheels

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
N+1 for Mrs Tewdric!

(http://www.reb.co.uk/hewitt.jpg)

De Sisti's Hewitt Cheviot frame, most of a new Deore groupset, Spa Cycles chainset, new Chrina/Sapim/Deore handbuilt wheels and spares box finishing kit.  Total cost £300.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 24 May, 2010, 05:11:49 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
...

I have "workshop envy".

Again.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 24 May, 2010, 05:26:50 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 24 May, 2010, 05:11:49 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
...

I have "workshop envy".

Again.

And I think that workshop might be bigger than my house :)  It's definitely a LOT tidier!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 May, 2010, 05:45:47 pm
*tool lust* :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 24 May, 2010, 05:48:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 24 May, 2010, 05:45:47 pm
*tool lust* :P

NSFW approaches
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 24 May, 2010, 05:59:22 pm
I'll just go with tidiness lust. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 May, 2010, 05:53:39 am
Quote from: Oaky on 24 May, 2010, 05:11:49 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
...

I have "workshop envy".

Again.

Me too.  Jeez that looks clean and organised.  Heaven.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 May, 2010, 05:54:23 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 May, 2010, 09:41:35 am
A couple of years ago I sold my thirty year old Gios (which was third hand and slightly too big) and promised myself I would build another bike that I couldn’t really justify but was going to have anyway! I have been using my Titanium Van Nicholas Yukon (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4632331946_c864f06705_o.jpg) which I have been impressed with, as I intend to keep this replacement bike for a long time Titanium was a logical choice. I actually bought it two years ago but couldn’t afford a few of the items I really wanted, I originally fitted cheaper wheels and seat pin for example; two years later I can and it’s finally finished.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4631724327_90fa58cc5b_o.jpg)
Van Nicholas Chinook, Campagnolo Record 10 Speed with Record Red levers (all my other bikes are 10 so didn't want 11), Mavic Ksyrium SSL SL, Black wheels

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)


Great looking bike Paul.
Is that a ti seatpost?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 25 May, 2010, 09:16:33 am
Tewdric- you have OCD issues. I envy you ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 May, 2010, 09:48:34 am
Look at the three colour-coded spoke keys in a line. I've spent money in less well-equipped shops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 25 May, 2010, 10:02:35 am
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 05:54:23 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 May, 2010, 09:41:35 am
Van Nicholas Chinook (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4631724327_90fa58cc5b_o.jpg)
Great looking bike Paul.Is that a ti seatpost?
Hi Grub,yes it’s a Van Nicholas ti Seatpost, all the Ti finishing kit (http://www.vannicholas.com/WbmBikeHome.aspx?EncIdName=TO4LQDf9f61uKoioAmVVZcwGB7bgrKdScq6uQg9rvamzbTtLAsiOF5pFfmXI%2b%2fr3XNLFFKv%2f5iw6JE%2bNWjjcNZnhEhgydhrI8ESgZSqHlig%3d) is from Van Nicholas, seat collar, bottle cage, handlebar stem and spacers.

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 02:00:44 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 25 May, 2010, 09:48:34 am
Look at the three colour-coded spoke keys in a line. I've spent money in less well-equipped shops.

And you can't see all the bigger frame prep and wheelbuilding tools concealed by the bike on the stand! :-)

I had just spent an afternoon tidying it up, it doesn't always look that organised, especially when I'm working in there!  Nice facility to have though for sure.  A beer fridge full of cold ones is probably the best feature.  Oh, and two workshop stools for "fettling planning meetings".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 May, 2010, 02:11:12 pm
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 25 May, 2010, 10:02:35 am
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 05:54:23 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 May, 2010, 09:41:35 am
Van Nicholas Chinook (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4631724327_90fa58cc5b_o.jpg)
Great looking bike Paul.Is that a ti seatpost?
Hi Grub,yes it’s a Van Nicholas ti Seatpost, all the Ti finishing kit (http://www.vannicholas.com/WbmBikeHome.aspx?EncIdName=TO4LQDf9f61uKoioAmVVZcwGB7bgrKdScq6uQg9rvamzbTtLAsiOF5pFfmXI%2b%2fr3XNLFFKv%2f5iw6JE%2bNWjjcNZnhEhgydhrI8ESgZSqHlig%3d) is from Van Nicholas, seat collar, bottle cage, handlebar stem and spacers.

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)

Do you have trouble with it slipping or being too flexible.  The reason I ask is when I spoke to USE about their Ti seat post they did not recommend it in a ti frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 03:09:40 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 25 May, 2010, 09:48:34 am
Look at the three colour-coded spoke keys in a line. I've spent money in less well-equipped shops.

Wel dewch yma amser nesa!  Byddech chi'n croeso.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 25 May, 2010, 03:39:07 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
Spa Cycles chainset

What are these like? I assume, being effectively a Sugino, that it's the same as the Stronglight Impact? I was thinking of getting one to replace a race triple to give slightly lower gearing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 03:43:26 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 25 May, 2010, 03:39:07 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
Spa Cycles chainset

What are these like? I assume, being effectively a Sugino, that it's the same as the Stronglight Impact? I was thinking of getting one to replace a race triple to give slightly lower gearing.

It looks like a Sugino (or copy) with cheap (but robust looking) chainrings on.  For the light use it wil get on this bike it should be fine, and tbh looks up for anything.  I don't think I'd have one on my Audax bike but that's more snob factor than anything.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 25 May, 2010, 03:47:54 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 02:11:12 pm
Do you have trouble with it slipping or being too flexible.  The reason I ask is when I spoke to USE about their Ti seat post they did not recommend it in a ti frame

I have the same seat-post in a Van Nicholas Yukon. I've had no trouble with it slipping or being too flexible - it's been trouble free in use.

However, a couple of criticisms of the Van Nicholas post:

-  I do not like about the post is the way it grips the rails of the saddle: very small contact areas that I am sure put tremendous strain on the saddle rails. So far the ti Brooks saddle rails have survived.

- I changed the saddle quite a few times in the beginning. I note that the titanium clamp (that holds the two parts that attach directly to the rails) has stretched over time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 25 May, 2010, 03:58:35 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 02:11:12 pm

Do you have trouble with it slipping or being too flexible.  The reason I ask is when I spoke to USE about their Ti seat post they did not recommend it in a ti frame.

USE are now making a branded Sabbath one (etched branding - nice) that is now on my wish list for my Silk Road Pro but not considered flexing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 25 May, 2010, 04:09:26 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 25 May, 2010, 03:47:54 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 02:11:12 pm
Do you have trouble with it slipping or being too flexible.  The reason I ask is when I spoke to USE about their Ti seat post they did not recommend it in a ti frame

I have the same seat-post in a Van Nicholas Yukon. I've had no trouble with it slipping or being too flexible - it's been trouble free in use.

However, a couple of criticisms of the Van Nicholas post:

-  I do not like about the post is the way it grips the rails of the saddle: very small contact areas that I am sure put tremendous strain on the saddle rails. So far the ti Brooks saddle rails have survived.

- I changed the saddle quite a few times in the beginning. I note that the titanium clamp (that holds the two parts that attach directly to the rails) has stretched over time.
I have a five year old Airborne Ti seatpost which is exactly the same. Never flexed or slipped. I have had no problem with the saddle rails either, as I still use the same Sella Italia Tri Flite saddle I put on when I bought the frame and had the bike build up.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 25 May, 2010, 04:25:54 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 03:43:26 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 25 May, 2010, 03:39:07 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
Spa Cycles chainset

What are these like? I assume, being effectively a Sugino, that it's the same as the Stronglight Impact? I was thinking of getting one to replace a race triple to give slightly lower gearing.

It looks like a Sugino (or copy) with cheap (but robust looking) chainrings on.  For the light use it wil get on this bike it should be fine, and tbh looks up for anything.  I don't think I'd have one on my Audax bike but that's more snob factor than anything.

I've currently got one on my Audax bike. It seems to do the job fine; it is obviously not as nicely finished as the TA set I have (especially the rings), but it works and shifts OK. It's only been on for a few weeks, so done about 1500 problem free miles. It'll be interesting to see how long the rings last as they are a cheaper alloy than the TA ones I've been using (but then again, the whole chainset cost less than the TA outer ring alone...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 May, 2010, 04:26:36 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 02:00:44 pm
 Nice facility to have though for sure.  A beer fridge full of cold ones is probably the best feature. 

Now you're just being cruel to us...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 25 May, 2010, 07:19:26 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
N+1 for Mrs Tewdric!

(http://www.reb.co.uk/hewitt.jpg)

Very lovely workshop that *jealous*
Are the speakers for an intercom so that Mrs T can call you in?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 May, 2010, 09:02:33 pm
Quote from: Francis on 25 May, 2010, 07:19:26 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 May, 2010, 05:03:02 pm
Are the speakers for an intercom so that Mrs T can call you in?

They're for pumping out the AC/DC so I can't hear Mrs T calling me in!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul Smith SRCC on 26 May, 2010, 09:25:48 am
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 02:11:12 pm
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 25 May, 2010, 10:02:35 am
Quote from: Grub on 25 May, 2010, 05:54:23 am
Quote from: Paul Smith SRCC on 24 May, 2010, 09:41:35 am
Van Nicholas Chinook (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4631724327_90fa58cc5b_o.jpg)
Great looking bike Paul.Is that a ti seatpost?
Hi Grub,yes it’s a Van Nicholas ti Seatpost, all the Ti finishing kit (http://www.vannicholas.com/WbmBikeHome.aspx?EncIdName=TO4LQDf9f61uKoioAmVVZcwGB7bgrKdScq6uQg9rvamzbTtLAsiOF5pFfmXI%2b%2fr3XNLFFKv%2f5iw6JE%2bNWjjcNZnhEhgydhrI8ESgZSqHlig%3d) is from Van Nicholas, seat collar, bottle cage, handlebar stem and spacers.

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)

Do you have trouble with it slipping or being too flexible.  The reason I ask is when I spoke to USE about their Ti seat post they did not recommend it in a ti frame.
Regarding Van Nicholas Ti seatpins in a Van Nicholas frame I have never heard of anyone who has had problems with them slipping down; if anything they are on the tight side. Fitting the saddle can be confusing, to the extent I made some fitting instructions (http://www.corridori.co.uk/media/gbu0/prodxl/Van_Nicholas_seatpin_Instructions.jpg)

Paul_Smith (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3026/2817796028_c6b2113f3e.jpg?v=0)
www.corridori.co.uk (http://www.corridori.co.uk/gbu0-display/Touring_Tips.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 08:50:58 pm
eck tells me this is where photies of bikes need to go, so here's my new one:


(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j10/jdfyfe/DSCF4208.jpg)

Needs a bit of tweaking yet and it's first ride - raining tonight so it ain't going out!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 26 May, 2010, 09:04:37 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 08:50:58 pm
Needs a bit of tweaking yet and it's first ride - raining tonight so it ain't going out!
You could always do a few laps on the boards round your new kitchen. :thumbsup:

Very, very tasty btw.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pingu on 26 May, 2010, 09:05:12 pm
Riding it on the Snow Roads?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 09:21:44 pm
Quote from: eck on 26 May, 2010, 09:04:37 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 08:50:58 pm
Needs a bit of tweaking yet and it's first ride - raining tonight so it ain't going out!
You could always do a few laps on the boards round your new kitchen. :thumbsup:

I did ride it from livingroom - hall - (sharp right turn) kitchen - utility room - bike store....

Seatpost needs trimmed  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 May, 2010, 10:24:31 pm
That's rather nice... a clubmate turned up on a blue and white one in last week's club 10. It was my size, and I begged him to think of me first if he ever sold it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 26 May, 2010, 11:50:50 pm
Just needs some mudguards, a rack, and an adjustable stem to get those bars up a bit and it'll be perfect  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 26 May, 2010, 11:54:14 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 08:50:58 pm
eck tells me this is where photies of bikes need to go, so here's my new one:

He didn't tell you that you are meant to take the picture in your kitchen though; then we can comment on your kitchen units too. ;)

Kitchen Pr0n
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 27 May, 2010, 12:00:47 am
My back has gone into spasm just looking at that bike. I'm not sure I've ever been flexible enough to ride it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 May, 2010, 12:38:15 am
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 26 May, 2010, 11:54:14 pm

Kitchen Pr0n

I wonder what could be slack . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 May, 2010, 09:22:22 am
Seat tube is indeed slack ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 May, 2010, 09:28:08 am
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 26 May, 2010, 11:54:14 pm
He didn't tell you that you are meant to take the picture in your kitchen though; then we can comment on your kitchen units too. ;)

Kitchen Pr0n
Mr N, that IS his kitchen.
Sofa in the kitchen?  Posh or what, eh?   ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 27 May, 2010, 10:31:00 am
Quote from: MattH on 26 May, 2010, 11:50:50 pm
Just needs some mudguards, a rack, and an adjustable stem to get those bars up a bit and it'll be perfect  :)
You forgot the Brooks saddle!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 May, 2010, 10:43:02 am
Quote from: Steve GT on 27 May, 2010, 10:31:00 am
Quote from: MattH on 26 May, 2010, 11:50:50 pm
Just needs some mudguards, a rack, and an adjustable stem to get those bars up a bit and it'll be perfect  :)
You forgot the Brooks saddle!

And a kick stand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 27 May, 2010, 12:12:17 pm
Where are you supposed to put your basket?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 27 May, 2010, 12:12:58 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 27 May, 2010, 12:12:17 pm
Where are you supposed to put your basket?

Can't you see the large basket mounting rails sticking out at the front?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 27 May, 2010, 04:35:30 pm
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 26 May, 2010, 11:54:14 pm
He didn't tell you that you are meant to take the picture in your kitchen though; then we can comment on your kitchen units too. ;)

Kitchen Pr0n

I'll take another pic tonight with a better aspect so you can critique my drawers  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 May, 2010, 04:45:49 pm
:hand: It's not that sort of forum.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 27 May, 2010, 05:19:53 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 May, 2010, 04:45:49 pm
:hand: It's not that sort of forum.

Speak for yourself.  I have no objection to seeing Noodley's drawers...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 27 May, 2010, 06:44:10 pm
Quote from: eck on 27 May, 2010, 09:28:08 am
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 26 May, 2010, 11:54:14 pm
He didn't tell you that you are meant to take the picture in your kitchen though; then we can comment on your kitchen units too. ;)

Kitchen Pr0n
Mr N, that IS his kitchen.
Sofa in the kitchen?  Posh or what, eh?   ::-)
Good grief, that  is posh.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 May, 2010, 11:11:58 pm
He'll be getting out of the bath to have a wee next!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nmcgann on 28 May, 2010, 07:43:07 am
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_AOnO-ePImdk/S_lbjjsRBZI/AAAAAAAAADc/0BMDP55V64Q/s800/px%20pro%20road.jpg)

My new n+1, although it really isn't a +1 since it is a frame transplant into my old summer road bike.

It's a planet-x Ti pro road frame (L). Columbus Carve fork, mostly Ultegra 9-speed drivetrain (apart from a 105 HT2 chainset with TA Hegoa rings).

It's light and whizzes along very satisfactorily, although I can't say I've detected any magical Ti loveliness about it. It feels almost the same to ride as my old ally/carbon frame (not surprising as it's the same wheels+tyres and I exactly duplicated my riding position) although it is noticeably stiffer than the old bike (or at least the combination of this frame and a HT2 crank is stiffer).

I'm pleased with it so far  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 28 May, 2010, 11:32:42 am
Nice. What are the handlebars?

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 12:41:08 pm
Back to reality from all of these P0sh bikes  :P:

Mum's old bike, which will probably end up in Africa,

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_45o2t790K90/S_-mN6O62eI/AAAAAAAAFhs/DAUDime4xWM/s640/p5282460.jpg)

was replaced, earlier today, with this Pashley Princess Soverign (http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/princess-sovereign.html).
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_45o2t790K90/S_-i78AFNNI/AAAAAAAAFhQ/a5so64QHpZo/s640/p5282455.jpg)

Not as heavy as it looks. Schwalbe Marathons plus tyres, Pletscher rear basket, replaces an old supermarket wire basket, and a hand made saddle cover. Only one slight problem  :( the pump fell off in the packaging and has a lovely dent in it  :facepalm:. The LBS is getting a free replacement  in though :thumbsup:. A plus is that it'll probably fit me with the seat post put up  8).
More pics here, Clicky (http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/delthebike/MumSNewBike#).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2010, 12:45:24 pm
How fab it that Del!?!  You should bring it along on one of our cultural evenings rides to the pub  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 12:49:40 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2010, 12:45:24 pm
How fab it that Del!?!  You should bring it along on one of our cultural evenings rides to the pub  :thumbsup:
It had occurred to me to bring it along on some rides, with baskets of course.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2010, 12:51:43 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 12:49:40 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2010, 12:45:24 pm
How fab it that Del!?!  You should bring it along on one of our cultural evenings rides to the pub  :thumbsup:
It had occurred to me to bring it along on some rides, with baskets of course.  :thumbsup:

With baskets of course.  I think a Pashley with baskets would suit Wow  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: NickM on 28 May, 2010, 02:43:14 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3375/4642022474_d1cee6192b_b.jpg)

Holdsworth Special from sometime in the 80s. 531 frame and fork. Silstar crankset and Suntour front mech. 8-speed Dura-Ace brifters and rear mech. The wheels are Alex DA16s and came courtesy of this forum's 'bobb' (and they are running very nicely, ta bobb).

This has been a project bike for a little while. I bought it off eBay to keep me going (after my old bike got stolen) until the Ride2Work scheme rolled round again. There's nothing particularly 'special' about this bike (by Holdsworth standards) and it does weigh a fair bit, even for steel, but the frame size is good for me and it's a nice comfy ride.

When I bought it, the components were largely original (Universal callipers, suicide levers, 5-speed drivetrain, 27inch wheels with no mudguard clearance, etc) and the guy selling it was obviously something of a purist. That's all very well, but it's a much nicer bike to ride with lighter wheels, 8-speed cassette and STI levers and to be able to put mudguards on when it's raining, so I have no qualms with the upgrades. Other than the crankset, which I'd like to replace with something more modern, I'm very happy with it. Dura-Ace – albeit mid-90s, 8-speed Dura-Ace – may be a bit over-the-top for a commuter, but it shifts like a dream - minimal effort, no fuss, clean every time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 May, 2010, 02:53:06 pm
8 speed? :o

That's a bit modern ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: NickM on 28 May, 2010, 02:59:52 pm
Ha! Yes, fair enough. Its stable-mate is this little lovely, which was the outcome of the Ride2Work investment.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3384/4644563982_0519135229_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rykard on 28 May, 2010, 03:02:06 pm
Quote from: NickM on 28 May, 2010, 02:59:52 pm
Ha! Yes, fair enough. Its stable-mate is this little lovely, which was the outcome of the Ride2Work investment.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3384/4644563982_0519135229_b.jpg)

nice...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 May, 2010, 03:04:09 pm
*toying with the idea of an 80s bike ride* ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rykard on 28 May, 2010, 03:13:54 pm
I had talked myself out of a new one, I know I know {hangs head in shame}, but that Fuji.......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 04:38:33 pm
BANG!!  :o What TF was that? Was it jets practising for the air show? No, it was the front inner tube in a last desperate bid for freedom.
(http://www.delthebike.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/images/bangtyr.jpg)

Factory must've pinched the tube between rim and tyre bead when fitting it. It has been standing in the dining room for about two hours. LBS will replace it FOC.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 28 May, 2010, 04:39:57 pm
It's not mine but I want one!!  :P A lovely Pederson.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/PedersonT.png)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 May, 2010, 05:05:55 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 12:49:40 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2010, 12:45:24 pm
How fab it that Del!?!  You should bring it along on one of our cultural evenings rides to the pub  :thumbsup:
It had occurred to me to bring it along on some rides, with baskets of course.  :thumbsup:

PBP '11.  You know you want to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 28 May, 2010, 05:11:35 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 28 May, 2010, 05:05:55 pm
PBP '11.  You know you want to.
I wouldn't want to embarrass the other riders with my superior speed after I wrap the basket with clingfilm for aerodynamic improvement.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 May, 2010, 07:54:16 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 28 May, 2010, 04:39:57 pm
It's not mine but I want one!!  :P A lovely Pederson.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/PedersonT.png)

I know a bloke in Marlborough that has one of them.  Works in Reading in a print shop I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 28 May, 2010, 07:56:50 pm
Quote from: nmcgann on 28 May, 2010, 07:43:07 am
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_AOnO-ePImdk/S_lbjjsRBZI/AAAAAAAAADc/0BMDP55V64Q/s800/px%20pro%20road.jpg)

That is a very nice looking bike.  I have one that is very similar.  You may have seen it  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 28 May, 2010, 08:16:35 pm
Quote from: NickM on 28 May, 2010, 02:43:14 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3375/4642022474_d1cee6192b_b.jpg)

Holdsworth Special from sometime in the 80s. 531 frame and fork. Silstar crankset and Suntour front mech. 8-speed Dura-Ace brifters and rear mech. The wheels are Alex DA16s and came courtesy of this forum's 'bobb' (and they are running very nicely, ta bobb).

This has been a project bike for a little while. I bought it off eBay to keep me going (after my old bike got stolen) until the Ride2Work scheme rolled round again. There's nothing particularly 'special' about this bike (by Holdsworth standards) and it does weigh a fair bit, even for steel, but the frame size is good for me and it's a nice comfy ride.

When I bought it, the components were largely original (Universal callipers, suicide levers, 5-speed drivetrain, 27inch wheels with no mudguard clearance, etc) and the guy selling it was obviously something of a purist. That's all very well, but it's a much nicer bike to ride with lighter wheels, 8-speed cassette and STI levers and to be able to put mudguards on when it's raining, so I have no qualms with the upgrades. Other than the crankset, which I'd like to replace with something more modern, I'm very happy with it. Dura-Ace – albeit mid-90s, 8-speed Dura-Ace – may be a bit over-the-top for a commuter, but it shifts like a dream - minimal effort, no fuss, clean every time.
Solid bike, saw it's twin the other day that had been refurbed.

I suspect the frames are rebadged Raleigh/TI frames with plain lugs, nothing wrong with that though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 29 May, 2010, 07:34:47 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 26 May, 2010, 09:21:44 pm
Seatpost needs trimmed  ;)

Seatpost only needed trimmed by 2cm... 

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 29 May, 2010, 08:49:24 pm
Quote from: NickM on 28 May, 2010, 02:43:14 pm
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3375/4642022474_d1cee6192b_b.jpg)

Holdsworth Special from sometime in the 80s. 531 frame and fork. Silstar crankset and Suntour front mech. 8-speed Dura-Ace brifters and rear mech. The wheels are Alex DA16s and came courtesy of this forum's 'bobb' (and they are running very nicely, ta bobb).

This has been a project bike for a little while. I bought it off eBay to keep me going (after my old bike got stolen) until the Ride2Work scheme rolled round again. There's nothing particularly 'special' about this bike (by Holdsworth standards) and it does weigh a fair bit, even for steel, but the frame size is good for me and it's a nice comfy ride.

When I bought it, the components were largely original (Universal callipers, suicide levers, 5-speed drivetrain, 27inch wheels with no mudguard clearance, etc) and the guy selling it was obviously something of a purist. That's all very well, but it's a much nicer bike to ride with lighter wheels, 8-speed cassette and STI levers and to be able to put mudguards on when it's raining, so I have no qualms with the upgrades. Other than the crankset, which I'd like to replace with something more modern, I'm very happy with it. Dura-Ace – albeit mid-90s, 8-speed Dura-Ace – may be a bit over-the-top for a commuter, but it shifts like a dream - minimal effort, no fuss, clean every time.

Nothing wrong with mixing old and new, mine too rides like a dream.

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs342.ash1/29285_393498663398_770548398_3994910_3382230_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 29 May, 2010, 09:20:19 pm
Out of all the older bikes I've seen on here, that one is the best to my eye.
It looks in proportion.
Nice one. 
Perhaps I am biased as I used to have a Peugeot many moons ago.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 29 May, 2010, 11:38:31 pm
Quote from: Grub on 29 May, 2010, 09:20:19 pm
It looks in proportion.

Huh? Low saddle and upturned bars give it away as "too big".

Love the colour scheme though, it's crying out to be ridden in a Tom Simpson style chequerboard Peugeot jersey. My first decent road bike was a Peugeot as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2010, 09:34:13 am
Perhaps it is the photo of the other one, the angle but to my eye, the triangles appear all wrong.
The Peugeot is more symetrical then, as I can see what you mean but then I never had a huge seat post when I was riding a traditional flat top tube.  The introduction of the compact saw that trend introduced.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 09:38:07 am
Quote from: Grub on 30 May, 2010, 09:34:13 am
Perhaps it is the photo of the other one, the angle but to my eye, the triangles appear all wrong.
The Peugeot is more symetrical then, as I can see what you mean but then I never had a huge seat post when I was riding a traditional flat top tube.  The introduction of the compact saw that trend introduced.
No it didn't. Take a look at this picture, long before slopey top tubes. Tour de France, Incomparable Eddy Merckx Print at Art.com (http://www.art.co.uk/products/p10044915-sa-i799673/posters.htm)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2010, 09:43:27 am
That pic shows a bike set up for a low riding postion, aero without the bars.  He can't use the hoods ( or they didn't back then due to the cables ).  So is not that a small frame to enable him to have it set up this way?

Look at the distance in the Holdsworth photo between the seat and the bar height.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 09:52:09 am
Quote from: Grub on 30 May, 2010, 09:43:27 am
That pic shows a bike set up for a low riding postion, aero without the bars.  He can't use the hoods ( or they didn't back then due to the cables ).  So is not that a small frame to enable him to have it set up this way?

Look at the distance in the Holdsworth photo between the seat and the bar height.
Not sure what point you are making here sir ? It's true, Merckx's bike is a racing bike and thus set up for a low profile position, most photos of Merckx show him on the drops or the tops. It's not particularly a small frame though I'd estimate 23" or maybe a tad more based on my frames and the size of the head tube. Merckx is about the same height as I am as this picture shows

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ME&EDDY.JPG)

Short seat pins and larger frames were faddish in the 1980s in the UK, certainly for less experienced riders, me included.

Between the the Holdsworth and Peugeot above, I would have my bike set up more like the Holdsworth if the frame size allowed it.

Here's one of mine

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ikea-bike.jpg)

better, more upto date picture

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/single_speed_2.jpg)

and here's another

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/old_raleigh.jpg)

and another (the yellow one)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4003/4529175106_951d2c0eba.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2010, 10:05:06 am

Not sure what point you are making here sir ?
[/quote]

That is okay, neither am I  ::-)

Out of curiosity, of your frames shown, are they all the same size?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 10:09:53 am
Quote from: Grub on 30 May, 2010, 10:05:06 am
Out of curiosity, of your frames shown, are they all the same size?
No, the blue Raleigh tourer which I no longer have is 24.5 " IIRC. The Peugeot and Merckx are roughly the same, roughly 23" c-c, the Merckx is metric (58cm)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 May, 2010, 10:10:56 am
Sorry to interrupt the pointless argument ;) ;D

And carrying on the theme of trad bikes and Holdsworths :thumbsup:


heres mine, black b17 and bar end shifters fitted, so just about done.  Although I may go back to the Brooks proffesional and brown bar tape at some point, bars still need final adjustment too

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010707.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010706.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 10:21:08 am
Here's another large tourer that I no longer own (so maybe members bikes is the wrong place, do we need members ex-bikes ?)
(http://www.mseries.plus.com/Dalesman.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 30 May, 2010, 11:52:59 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 29 May, 2010, 11:38:31 pm
Quote from: Grub on 29 May, 2010, 09:20:19 pm
It looks in proportion.

Huh? Low saddle and upturned bars give it away as "too big".

Love the colour scheme though, it's crying out to be ridden in a Tom Simpson style chequerboard Peugeot jersey. My first decent road bike was a Peugeot as well.

Frame is a little too big but I get on with it, causes me no problems when I ride it. I have short legs but a long body(freak) so it all evens out.
I changed the original Atax stem for a Cinelli which is a little longer, if I find a shorter one I will change it. Since taking photo the I have set the bar tops more horizontal and the saddle is a little higher.

As for the top

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs338.snc3/29535_395348978398_770548398_4043175_5414460_n.jpg)

Got one last week for my birthday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 May, 2010, 12:59:55 pm
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 30 May, 2010, 09:52:09 am

 Merckx is about the same height as I am as this picture shows



might be the same height, but he's a bit wider!!! ;D









PS I know he's lost alot of that now, met him at the bike show last year, still the best ever :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

The latest arrival, soon to have its nose pushed out of joint when it has to move over for another.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 30 May, 2010, 02:31:32 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
The latest arrival, soon to have its nose pushed out of joint when it has to move over for another.
Welcome back.
Another Cafac for me to ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 30 May, 2010, 02:32:07 pm
Very flash. What's the new one which'll put its nose out of joint?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:35:10 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 30 May, 2010, 02:32:07 pm
Very flash. What's the new one which'll put its nose out of joint?

Tis good to be back.  Delthebike, I don't think that it is your size!   

The new one is a Pashley.  I need something I can ride whilst wearing floaty skirts and sandals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 30 May, 2010, 02:39:29 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:35:10 pm
The new one is a Pashley.  I need something I can ride whilst wearing floaty skirts and sandals.
Beat you to it! Members' bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg631872#msg631872)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:47:48 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 30 May, 2010, 02:39:29 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:35:10 pm
The new one is a Pashley.  I need something I can ride whilst wearing floaty skirts and sandals.
Beat you to it! Members' bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg631872#msg631872)

It is so beautiful.  Mine will be black and much adored. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 30 May, 2010, 03:37:03 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

The latest arrival, soon to have its nose pushed out of joint when it has to move over for another.

Well helloooooo.Tis good to see you back :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 May, 2010, 03:55:19 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

I'm loving those minimalistic Pixie pedals. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 30 May, 2010, 03:58:31 pm
Annie does not pedal,she is powered by pixie dust :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 30 May, 2010, 04:02:17 pm
Quote from: Grub on 30 May, 2010, 10:05:06 am

Not sure what point you are making here sir ?

That is okay, neither am I  ::-)

Out of curiosity, of your frames shown, are they all the same size?
[/quote]The holdsworth looks "wrong" because it has 700 wheels in it instead of the original 27" wheels in, it will make any bike look gappy.

That pug is still far too big for the rider though.

Sorry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 30 May, 2010, 04:08:42 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
The latest arrival, soon to have its nose pushed out of joint when it has to move over for another.

Very red, there's a surprise. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 30 May, 2010, 04:41:02 pm
Here's my latest bling machine.

(http://haigh.org/phillips-1.jpg)

1955 vintage, obtained a while back from freecycle but only just put into vaguely roadworthy condition. The original saddle was beyond redemption, so it's got a horrible gel thing I found in the garage. The rod brakes are, how shall I put it, unhurried in operation. Three speed SA AW hub (from where I got the 1955 age), though the axle nut threads aren't very good so it is the chain tugs really holding it the wheel in place.  It does have a nice chainring.

It worked well as a station bike - I really wasn't worried about it getting half inched when I left it there for the day, and as the station is only five minutes away and almost entirely flat the ancient brakes aren't an issue - plus the relaxed geometry doesn't invite enthusiastic riding anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 04:42:54 pm
that's ace MattH.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 30 May, 2010, 06:02:13 pm
That would be my ideal n+1. I need a station bike too.

Lovely!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 30 May, 2010, 06:15:31 pm
Excellent MattH. It's good to keep old bikes alive and  their wheels turning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 30 May, 2010, 06:26:06 pm
I must admit to having had a crazy idea of taking it out on a 50 or 100 audax. It'd have to be pretty flat though - not because of the climbing, but the downhills would scare me silly!

What I'd really like is one of the old Raleighs with a full chain case and rack - ideally with a dynohub too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robgul on 30 May, 2010, 06:34:05 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 30 May, 2010, 10:10:56 am
Sorry to interrupt the pointless argument ;) ;D

And carrying on the theme of trad bikes and Holdsworths :thumbsup:


heres mine, black b17 and bar end shifters fitted, so just about done.  Although I may go back to the Brooks proffesional and brown bar tape at some point, bars still need final adjustment too

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010707.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1010706.jpg)

Now, that's a proper bike .... although I have to say I prefer to keep the bar-end changer cables under the tape almost to the centre of the bars before they dive down to the stops - makes it much tidier and a barbag fits better. 

Have them like that on my : 1975 Galaxy, 1980 Claud Butler Majestic, 1980s Peugeot Traithlons (2 of them) and my 1982 Flying Gate ... all set to friction for precision changes.

Rob
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 May, 2010, 06:41:10 pm
Quote from: robgul on 30 May, 2010, 06:34:05 pm


Now, that's a proper bike .... although I have to say I prefer to keep the bar-end changer cables under the tape almost to the centre of the bars before they dive down to the stops - makes it much tidier and a barbag fits better. 

Have them like that on my : 1975 Galaxy, 1980 Claud Butler Majestic, 1980s Peugeot Traithlons (2 of them) and my 1982 Flying Gate ... all set to friction for precision changes.

Rob

I might do that with the cables, as I need to do the bar tape again anyway. I have the rear set to indexed because I cant hear well enough to know if its not quite in gear without looking (if you see what I mean)  and yes it is lovely, it rides really really well
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 30 May, 2010, 07:32:54 pm
Quote from: MattH on 30 May, 2010, 06:26:06 pm
I must admit to having had a crazy idea of taking it out on a 50 or 100 audax.
You MUST,
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 31 May, 2010, 10:54:22 am
Quote from: Mr Nesbitt on 30 May, 2010, 09:52:09 am

(http://www.mseries.plus.com/ME&EDDY.JPG)

He looks pretty chuffed to finally meet you. Had he doorstepped you, or was it arranged in advance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 31 May, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Who is that bloke with our famous Mr.Nesbit?
I bet he's crogging advice & tips about about riding a bike.
wannabe's eh ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 May, 2010, 11:20:34 am
It's Adrian Chiles, isn't it? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 31 May, 2010, 03:27:04 pm
That must be an ancient picture - Eddy has lost all the weight, or had the last time I saw a news photo of him.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 01 June, 2010, 05:05:04 pm
He looks half-cut.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 01 June, 2010, 05:11:36 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 31 May, 2010, 03:27:04 pm
That must be an ancient picture - Eddy has lost all the weight, or had the last time I saw a news photo of him.
it was in 1999, at Verona airport. I was arriving for the World Championships and Merckx was waiting for some Belgian riders to arrive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 01 June, 2010, 05:19:20 pm
see,I said he was tapping you up for info ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 03 June, 2010, 05:26:30 am
I did fourteen miles on this baby yesterday, including a lost tour of Northampton town centre.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2815.jpg)

It's brilliant, and my first folder + train journey was so easy! Why didn't I think of that before?
What a laugh!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 June, 2010, 06:40:14 am
Quote from: Gordy on 03 June, 2010, 05:26:30 am
I did fourteen miles on this baby yesterday, including a lost tour of Northampton town centre.
"And on the left we have the goths of St Giles churchyard, still loyal to the cause after 25 years.  Up ahead you'll see a gang of Kosovans fighting outside the Grosvenor Centre and later we'll see the three adult shops of the Welly Road, the racecourse that hasn't had a racecourse for 100 years, the gasometer of St James and, of course, the highlight of our tour, the Express Lifts Tower."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 June, 2010, 08:59:47 am
Quote from: Gordy on 03 June, 2010, 05:26:30 am
I did fourteen miles on this baby yesterday, including a lost tour of Northampton town centre.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2815.jpg)

It's brilliant, and my first folder + train journey was so easy! Why didn't I think of that before?
What a laugh!

Very nice. One small question: why is it pink?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 03 June, 2010, 09:10:19 am
It's a girl's bike?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 03 June, 2010, 09:29:12 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 June, 2010, 08:59:47 am

Very nice. One small question: why is it pink?

Who says he needs a reason?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 03 June, 2010, 09:30:37 am
It's pink because I bought it for Mr G in a sale from Winstanley bikes. I assume they were trying to get rid of it because the sensible coloured ones were £90 more expensive. It has pink-and-white floral decals too.

Several people looked as though they were going to laugh or make a comment yesterday - but they seemed to think better of it. With 100+kg on board, I'd describe the handling as.... floppy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 03 June, 2010, 09:33:15 am
Is it a Brompton ? I'd ride a pink bike, I have owned two.  I'm a modern male,"confident in my sexuality" <- that's what Nina said when she saw my pink Bromwich MTB aka The Pink Peril
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 03 June, 2010, 03:29:54 pm
Looks like a Dahon to me.

Pink folding bikes must be fashionable or something. I did see a pale pink Brompton a few days ago in central London, being ridden by a chap in a pinstripe suit, and I thought it looked v.cool. I've also recently spotted a darker salmon pink one but didn't like the colour so much.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 03 June, 2010, 03:39:48 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 03 June, 2010, 03:29:54 pm
Looks like a Dahon to me.

Pink folding bikes must be fashionable or something. I did see a pale pink Brompton a few days ago in central London, being ridden by a chap in a pinstripe suit, and I thought it looked v.cool. I've also recently spotted a darker salmon pink one but didn't like the colour so much.

d.


It's a Dahon Curve 3-speed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 03 June, 2010, 03:50:05 pm
Gordon wins the "weeny-est bike - biggest rider competition" :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 03 June, 2010, 04:01:29 pm
Look chaps, it's a sensible colour down my neck of the woods. You carry on Gorders!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 03 June, 2010, 04:03:23 pm
Stafford is the Bermuda-Triangle for bikes so Gordy going for chav repellent pink is quite sensible.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PrettyBoyTim on 03 June, 2010, 09:45:30 pm
My new steed: A Ridgeback Panorama

(http://www.planettimmy.com/images/panorama2.jpg)

Just went for a little 9 mile ride on it - very enjoyable! Still getting used to the drops though and my neck felt a little stiff from the more leant-forward riding position as compared to my hybrid. I imagine I'll get used to it though. Lovely bike  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 03 June, 2010, 10:16:23 pm
Quote from: Gordy on 03 June, 2010, 09:30:37 am

Several people looked as though they were going to laugh or make a comment yesterday - but they seemed to think better of it. With 100+kg on board, I'd describe the handling as.... floppy.

So it's small, pink and floppy... I'm not going to touch that one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 03 June, 2010, 10:21:29 pm
Quote from: PrettyBoyTim on 03 June, 2010, 09:45:30 pm
My new steed: A Ridgeback Panorama

Looks like a very decent machine  :) Enjoy
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 03 June, 2010, 10:23:32 pm
Quote from: PrettyBoyTim on 03 June, 2010, 09:45:30 pm
My new steed: A Ridgeback Panorama

  ;D

26 inch or 700c wheels? Like!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 June, 2010, 10:38:45 pm
Nice one Tim :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 03 June, 2010, 10:44:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

Phoaw!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tral-rat on 03 June, 2010, 11:10:58 pm
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/SnynBb23VZI/AAAAAAAAF34/T3Mehfiqnak/s640/DSCF0076.JPG)

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/SnymewxsAlI/AAAAAAAAF3c/cuEh2XkaQRg/s640/DSCF0075.JPG)

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/S9dRVrCLJEI/AAAAAAAAGYs/-bS8-5XatTE/s640/px.jpg)

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/Sdt-fLwgwsI/AAAAAAAADao/DZ0R2ziyzqU/s640/DSCF0293.JPG)

(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/Sj6SqvlhdWI/AAAAAAAAEKg/Eg9ocXRCAFU/s640/DSCF0039.jpg)

thats my current shed ful + a unicycle - looking to streamline shortly by streamline i mean sell and replace - you know the kinda yes dear ill sell some bikes - only to buy new ones !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PrettyBoyTim on 03 June, 2010, 11:43:45 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 03 June, 2010, 10:23:32 pm
26 inch or 700c wheels? Like!

Thanks! The wheels are 700c.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 04 June, 2010, 07:16:38 am
Quote from: t-d on 03 June, 2010, 11:10:58 pm

(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_By42uYleqms/S9dRVrCLJEI/AAAAAAAAGYs/-bS8-5XatTE/s640/px.jpg)


I'm a brooks fan and have a stealth, but I'd never dreamed of putting one on the other.  Beautiful idea!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tral-rat on 04 June, 2010, 07:29:14 am
was very much an experiment but it works.

raises alot of eyebrows at races as well , the old guys know what it is - the young guys just look comfused and make statements like - "thats not very aero" ..... well duh but neithers your arse !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 07:34:13 am
Brooks - The 'Marmite' of saddles. :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 07:38:03 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 03 June, 2010, 10:44:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

Phoaw!  :P

Phoaw indeed!
Add Annie in some Assos shorts and very very Phoaw ;)

BTW - Carbon Coke can - taking it a bit too far?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rykard on 04 June, 2010, 08:16:14 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 03 June, 2010, 10:44:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

Phoaw!  :P
+1 but what is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 08:32:44 am
A 'Cafac'. Yep, never heard of them either, but looks good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 04 June, 2010, 08:36:13 am

   Expertly crafted bicycle frames. Carbon fiber, aluminum, steel and titanium custom framesets made in France | Cyfac
 (http://www.cyfac.fr/)

edit:  And it's bloody lovely!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tral-rat on 04 June, 2010, 08:42:35 am
Quote
And it's bloody lovely!!


+1 - had a look on their website - looks pish in blue/white , the black with red highlighting really does look a million bucks(and cyfacs on the whole cost about that .... 1900 for the frame i saw and it didnt even have integrated seat pin ! )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 04 June, 2010, 09:01:23 am
Quote from: Aidan on 30 May, 2010, 10:10:56 am
...carrying on the theme of trad bikes and Holdsworths :thumbsup:

heres mine, black b17 and bar end shifters fitted, so just about done.  Although I may go back to the Brooks proffesional and brown bar tape at some point, bars still need final adjustment too...

Looking good, Aidan. The black Brooks works well and I like the the bar end shifters too. Glad you're enjoying the bike - much better that it's getting some good use. Will pass on the photos.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 June, 2010, 11:26:07 am
Another Genesis  :thumbsup:

The steelies are taking over my collection. Can't wait to try it tonight and over the weekend. The knobblies may be back on tomorrow for a blast around Hanchurch. The Flyer has slightly better components but this is a great bike.

A big thanks to Tim @ Sideways Cycles, got a great deal on it!!

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/04062010198.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:46:24 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 08:32:44 am
A 'Cafac'. Yep, never heard of them either, but looks good.

The very well known French brand Cyfac!

   Expertly crafted bicycle frames. Carbon fiber, aluminum, steel and titanium custom framesets made in France | Cyfac
 (http://www.cyfac.fr/)

Edit: Cross-post with Mike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:49:12 pm
Quote from: bumper on 04 June, 2010, 11:26:07 am
Another Genesis


 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:50:59 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 07:34:13 am
Brooks - The 'Marmite' of saddles. :facepalm:

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 01:32:57 pm
Sticky, yeasty & repulsive?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 01:42:50 pm
Quote from: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 01:32:57 pm
Sticky, yeasty & repulsive?

More  ;D here!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 June, 2010, 01:58:38 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:49:12 pm
Quote from: bumper on 04 June, 2010, 11:26:07 am
Another Genesis


 :thumbsup:

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 04 June, 2010, 04:54:00 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:46:24 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 08:32:44 am
A 'Cafac'. Yep, never heard of them either, but looks good.

The very well known French brand Cyfac!

   Expertly crafted bicycle frames. Carbon fiber, aluminum, steel and titanium custom framesets made in France | Cyfac
 (http://www.cyfac.fr/)

Edit: Cross-post with Mike.

Cyfac (like Billato and Pegoretti) are at the very top end of frame builders, and are especially noted for building a lot of frames that end up finished in more well known liveries for pro team riders.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 04 June, 2010, 06:16:26 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 04 June, 2010, 04:54:00 pm
Quote from: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 12:46:24 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 08:32:44 am
A 'Cafac'. Yep, never heard of them either, but looks good.

The very well known French brand Cyfac!

   Expertly crafted bicycle frames. Carbon fiber, aluminum, steel and titanium custom framesets made in France | Cyfac
 (http://www.cyfac.fr/)

Edit: Cross-post with Mike.

Cyfac (like Billato and Pegoretti) are at the very top end of frame builders, and are especially noted for building a lot of frames that end up finished in more well known liveries for pro team riders.

It is a superb bike in every way.  I cannot fault the build.  Service was superb.  It is very, very sexy.  It rides like a dream, it is so responsive and fits me like a glove (I would expect it to given that it was made just for me).  Has anyone noticed that the wheels are 650's?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 04 June, 2010, 06:17:58 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 June, 2010, 07:38:03 am
Quote from: Frenchie on 03 June, 2010, 10:44:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 30 May, 2010, 02:24:13 pm
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/004.jpg)

Phoaw!  :P

Phoaw indeed!
Add Annie in some Assos shorts and very very Phoaw ;)

BTW - Carbon Coke can - taking it a bit too far?

 :-* :-* I would give you my jelly people for saying that.  The can has been customised and houses my tools.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 04 June, 2010, 06:35:18 pm
Quote
Has anyone noticed that the wheels are 650's?

No

I have just been thinking for a Pixie, well you must be a tall pixie then  :P
Welcome back btw and very nice lushie bike you have there  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 04 June, 2010, 08:38:18 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 04 June, 2010, 06:16:26 pm

It is a superb bike in every way.  I cannot fault the build.  Service was superb.  It is very, very sexy.  It rides like a dream, it is so responsive and fits me like a glove (I would expect it to given that it was made just for me).  Has anyone noticed that the wheels are 650's?

I couldn't put my finger on what was wrong with the proportions - I see now that the big chainring looks like a 58! Knowing they're 650s lets it all make sense. Lovely bike, Annie. I could covet something like that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 June, 2010, 08:57:06 pm
That's a beautiful bike!

I don't know about covet, but I could cerainly break something like that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 09:10:41 pm
Started as this a few years back:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)

But a bit of work and a lot of headscratching made this:


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000804.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000805.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000806.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000807.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000808.jpg)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 June, 2010, 09:37:44 pm
Chain.

Coat.

Hallway.

Anyway, I thought you hated Brooks bumshapers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 09:40:07 pm
I do.

And it probably is.

And I don't care :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 June, 2010, 09:44:57 pm
Does one call it 'weathered' or 'scratched' or 'a unique patina of age' ?  :smug:

Just clear one thing up for me . . .

Do you apply the proofide to the Brooks or your @rse?  :o

Drink! Feck! @rse! Girls!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 04 June, 2010, 09:46:47 pm
Quote from: TimC on 04 June, 2010, 08:38:18 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 04 June, 2010, 06:16:26 pm

It is a superb bike in every way.  I cannot fault the build.  Service was superb.  It is very, very sexy.  It rides like a dream, it is so responsive and fits me like a glove (I would expect it to given that it was made just for me).  Has anyone noticed that the wheels are 650's?

I couldn't put my finger on what was wrong with the proportions - I see now that the big chainring looks like a 58! Knowing they're 650s lets it all make sense. Lovely bike, Annie. I could covet something like that!

Yep. I had noted the chainring but couldn't see what was odd either. Lucky you Anine! Enjoy it. (PS Nice to see you back)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 09:54:31 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 04 June, 2010, 09:44:57 pm
Does one call it 'weathered' or 'scratched' or 'a unique patina of age' ?  :smug:

It's lived a bit. ;)

Quote
Just clear one thing up for me . . .

Do you apply the proofide to the Brooks or your @rse?  :o

I'm an ingenu in these matters... O:-)

Quote
Drink! Feck! @rse! Girls!

How true those words, even today...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 04 June, 2010, 10:04:52 pm
A bike that a Brooks saddle doesn't look hopelessly anachronistic on.

Finally.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 10:06:27 pm
;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 05 June, 2010, 10:20:03 am
Quote from: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 09:10:41 pm
Started as this a few years back:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)

But a bit of work and a lot of headscratching made this:


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/P1000804.jpg)


So from what I can see you cleaned it, swapped the tyres and fitted a carradice.  Oh and then you turned your bike around :)

Looks good, another one for the dining room? to quote Mrs T after her guided tour of your stable on Saturday "If you (i.e. me) had that many bikes I would a) kill you b) divorce you " :)

Better hide some then :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2010, 10:48:01 am
In the dining room?  Are you mad?  No, I've just got home after going out to buy a paper on it.

So it's in the kitchen ;D

I do think that Sutton could try harder at being flat.



Please remember that we have four persons bikes plus the forum bike... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 05 June, 2010, 03:45:19 pm
I did say to Mrs T that some of the bikes were mine, but the ones in dining room included only one of mine (and only one of TGL's) ;D. Tell her that it's worth it to have a happy partner. And having an accesible dining room is only work - it needs hoovering and people visit and stuff ;).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2010, 08:56:25 pm
I've raised the stem a bit now.  Once we'd persuaded a 7/16" socket onto the stem bolt, it moved very easily :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 05 June, 2010, 10:15:52 pm
It does look uncharacteristically "lo-pro" in the photo!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2010, 10:35:29 pm
That's a bit of the scorcher look, but I needed it a smidge flatter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 07 June, 2010, 04:36:14 pm
I have raised bed envy.  Your saddle bag needs 'aging'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 04:54:37 pm
My raised beds are only tiny.

Er, yes.  I am tempted to buy a completely beaten old Carradice off ebay.  That Barley has had a couple of outings on Butterfly's carbon fibre road bike, but is far too pristine.  Mind you, that's a brand new Brooks, too. :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 07 June, 2010, 05:01:11 pm
Quote from: clarion on 04 June, 2010, 09:10:41 pm
Started as this a few years back:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)

what type of saddle is that Clarion?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 05:03:16 pm
It was a Lepper.  It was also completely knackered after fifty-odd years, many of which were in a shed.

Funnily enough, the Carlton I found in a cellar which got me into cycling in 1984 also had a Lepper on it which was completely useless by the time I got the bike ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MSeries on 07 June, 2010, 05:03:29 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 04:54:37 pm
My raised beds are only tiny.

Er, yes.  I am tempted to buy a completely beaten old Carradice off ebay.  That Barley has had a couple of outings on Butterfly's carbon fibre road bike, but is far too pristine.  Mind you, that's a brand new Brooks, too. :-[
bury it in the raised bed for a few weeks !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 June, 2010, 05:04:58 pm
Quote from: clarion link=topic=17.msg639202#msg 639202 date=1275926077
My raised beds are only tiny.

Er, yes.  I am tempted to buy a completely beaten old Carradice off ebay.  That Barley has had a couple of outings on Butterfly's carbon fibre road bike, but is far too pristine.  Mind you, that's a brand new Brooks, too. :-[

I thought you only used veggie Carradice products???   ;D

EDIT: just realised you've got a dead cow saddle too  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 05:07:13 pm
Normally I do, though the Super C does come with leather straps (which I replace with nylon toestraps) and one leather fitting (for the seat tube strap, which I don't use).

For this bike, it was hard to avoid leather for accessories which went with the bike. :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 June, 2010, 05:11:53 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 05:07:13 pm
Normally I do, though the Super C does come with leather straps (which I replace with nylon toestraps) and one leather fitting (for the seat tube strap, which I don't use).

For this bike, it was hard to avoid leather for accessories which went with the bike. :(

Fair enough matey.  So we won't be seeing you down McDonald's then?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 June, 2010, 05:16:19 pm
I'm no longer a vegan (I eat honey & wear wool, for example), just an aspiring one.

And the chances of seeing me in McDonalds are vanishingly small...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 09 June, 2010, 08:46:06 am
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9Q1T0sAMXXk/VfKS31ZbffI/AAAAAAAAy8g/kb_-I9UFphw/s800-Ic42/dahon.jpg)

My Dahon Mu Uno, single speed folding fun.

Bought in the snow times as a foul weather bike to train assist my stoopid east-west commute. Would heartily recommend to anyone. Anyone that would enjoy a single speed folder that is. Beauty in its simplicity. No mucky derailleur, very few cables, coaster brake.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 09 June, 2010, 12:35:08 pm
Quote from: Ham on 09 June, 2010, 08:46:06 am
My Dahon Mu Uno, single speed folding fun.

Very elegant!

Quote
Would heartily recommend to anyone. Anyone that would enjoy a single speed folder that is. Beauty in its simplicity. No mucky derailleur, very few cables, coaster brake.

I converted my Brompton to singlespeed, but it still has the chain tensioner. The Dahon looks so very neat by comparison. Same with Oaky's Cadenza Solo (see pic in fixed/ss thread).

Dahons may not fold as compactly as Bromptons but they're often better looking bikes unfolded.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frenchie on 09 June, 2010, 08:25:41 pm
Lovely Dahon! Well, I must admit I rather like them in general: elegant and good rides.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 09 June, 2010, 08:29:12 pm
Quote from: Ham on 09 June, 2010, 08:46:06 am
(http://www.londondailyphoto.com/images/dahon.jpg)

My Dahon Mu Uno, single speed folding fun.

Bought in the snow times as a foul weather bike to train assist my stoopid east-west commute. Would heartily recommend to anyone. Anyone that would enjoy a single speed folder that is. Beauty in its simplicity. No mucky derailleur, very few cables, coaster brake.

That's lovely, and another bloody bike on my "wish" list.

 :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 09 June, 2010, 09:09:33 pm
Quote from: Ham on 09 June, 2010, 08:46:06 am
My Dahon Mu Uno, single speed folding fun.

Bought in the snow times as a foul weather bike to train assist my stoopid east-west commute. Would heartily recommend to anyone. Anyone that would enjoy a single speed folder that is. Beauty in its simplicity. No mucky derailleur, very few cables, coaster brake.

That Mu looks great!

I'm revamping a 2nd-hand Vitesse D7 at the moment, but it looks pants compared with your Mu.  If I had the money I'd love either one of those or a Ridgeback Attache (with hub gears).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 15 June, 2010, 11:08:28 am
(http://i50.tinypic.com/ibyiic.jpg)

(http://i46.tinypic.com/9rk2na.jpg)


Here's a couple of pictures of the front end at least of my tourer. I find bull bars very comfortable and so have done this.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 15 June, 2010, 11:15:42 am
What bars are those? I had some Nittos but couldn't get barcons to fit 'cos of the bend at the ends.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 June, 2010, 11:19:51 am
Looks like a good job.  Since I ride almost exclusively on the hoods these days, I am wanting to experiment with bullhorns for my commuting.  Though I am not sure they would suit me for touring.  I still want to find a nicely profiled randonneur bar for that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 June, 2010, 12:28:03 pm
Bar choices are interesting. On my huge 25 hour ride over the weekend I used my MTB that has now been converted to road use. It has flat bars with Ergon grips and Cane Creek bar ends. I had no problems with hand, wrist or arm fatigue. I'm starting to favour this option over drops, the only down side is you can't tuck down low to battle a head wind.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Greenbank on 15 June, 2010, 12:45:05 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 June, 2010, 12:28:03 pm
I'm starting to favour this option over drops, the only down side is you can't tuck down low to battle a head wind.

Bull horns and aero-bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 15 June, 2010, 01:29:04 pm
From above...there's a Dahon Hons Solo on th' 'bay at moment - reasonably rare! AFAIR the rear hub is a screw on and would take a fixed....

DAHON HONS SOLO on eBay (end time  16-Jun-10 18:10:10 BST) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DAHON-HONS-SOLO-/200480512086?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Bikes_GL&hash=item2ead91d856)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 15 June, 2010, 09:09:47 pm
The bars are Charge Slice bull horns from Winstanleys bikes (£20). I decided to go for them on my tourer as I hardly ever used the drops and my commuter has a set of drops I flipped and chopped and they are very comfy. I got a set of Charge bars for my road bike, liked them and now as you can see have got them on all of my bikes. Another factor was that the STIs were playing up (they have done a lot of miles) and the price of new ones made me wince. I am really pleased with the set up, changing gear is easy (not as easy as STIs, but on a tourer, does that matter?) but most of all I like bull bars because of the way the brakes fall to hand. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 16 June, 2010, 10:37:13 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 15 June, 2010, 11:08:28 am

<snip>

Here's a couple of pictures of the front end at least of my tourer. I find bull bars very comfortable and so have done this.

I saw the same bar set-up on another Dawes tourer over the weekend, only I think they were cut down drops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: aisha on 16 June, 2010, 04:40:55 pm
Probably my favourite incarnation of this bike
(http://culabula.be/~ashj/img/wally.jpg)


Current setup
(http://culabula.be/~ashj/img/wally%20in%20spain.jpg)

Work bike
(http://culabula.be/~ashj/img/bert%20in%20spain.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 16 June, 2010, 11:14:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 04 June, 2010, 11:26:07 am
Another Genesis  :thumbsup:

The steelies are taking over my collection. Can't wait to try it tonight and over the weekend. The knobblies may be back on tomorrow for a blast around Hanchurch. The Flyer has slightly better components but this is a great bike.

A big thanks to Tim @ Sideways Cycles, got a great deal on it!!

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/04062010198.jpg)

There's one of these often locked up outside a starbucks near to my office - looks very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 18 June, 2010, 10:11:28 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Why?  Thats a proper house, that is :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 18 June, 2010, 10:11:34 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Shame you're so stumpy or I'd offer to look after some for you!  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 18 June, 2010, 10:15:21 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Why  ???

It's only 5 bikes  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 18 June, 2010, 10:38:37 pm
Quote from: aisha on 16 June, 2010, 04:40:55 pm

Work bike
(http://culabula.be/~ashj/img/bert%20in%20spain.jpg)

Lovely!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:57:15 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 18 June, 2010, 10:11:34 pm
Shame you're so stumpy or I'd offer to look after some for you!  :P

If any of them saw the inside of your workshop they'd never want to come back home to me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 19 June, 2010, 02:42:33 pm
What's the address? I could do with a few more bikes.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 19 June, 2010, 03:36:33 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Nah, you just need a bigger hallway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 20 June, 2010, 12:20:32 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Hang them on the walls as "art".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CommuteTooFar on 22 June, 2010, 02:13:49 pm
Surely there must be more bikes hanging from the ceiling just above the photo
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 22 June, 2010, 03:37:05 pm
I have two bikes and my only secure storage options are my narrow hallway and the small entranceway to my basement flat (between the front door and the security door).  I wanted to reclaim my hallway but was worried that people might spot the bikes through the security door, so here's the solution:

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1350/4724577932_5dd9dd8a47_b.jpg)

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1333/4723926005_48471b7333_b.jpg)

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1223/4723925847_fb18930ba5_b.jpg)

It is possible for regular sized people to get in and out without injuring themselves.  They may have to bend and stoop a little ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 22 June, 2010, 03:39:58 pm
Neat. You need a degree in climbing to get through my hall to the bathroom.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 22 June, 2010, 03:55:52 pm
Nice view from the top of the Rhigos this morning:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/moto_0144a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 10:35:57 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/The%20Red%20Baron/a8297a58.jpg)

The Red Baron Rides again. (http://bicycleslut.wordpress.com/2010/06/23/the-red-baron-rides-again/)

Mwahahahahahaha!

:demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 23 June, 2010, 10:42:58 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 10:35:57 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/The%20Red%20Baron/a8297a58.jpg)

I don't usually get jealous of other peoples' bikes but that looks the dBs and I want!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 June, 2010, 10:50:53 am
Quote from: Gus on 18 June, 2010, 10:15:21 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 June, 2010, 10:05:11 pm
I really do need a house with a garage...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/beics.jpg)


Why  ???

It's only 5 bikes  ::-)

Yeah, there's a visible gap down the middle for at least 2 more
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 11:24:20 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 10:35:57 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/The%20Red%20Baron/a8297a58.jpg)

Has anyone built a front-wheel drive recumbent? And would it work, or interfere with the steering?

It's just that the ludicrously long, convoluted and slack chain path on most recumbents spoils my appreciation of an otherwise very nice machine. Total opposite of the minimalism of a fixed/SS where the chain wraps around two cogs and your brain instantly processes it as "turn crank, wheel rotates".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 23 June, 2010, 11:27:12 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 10:35:57 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/The%20Red%20Baron/a8297a58.jpg)

The Red Baron Rides again. (http://bicycleslut.wordpress.com/2010/06/23/the-red-baron-rides-again/)

That is really crying out for big, WWI-fighter-style crosshairs on the handlebars.  You should fit them: would disconcert drivers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 23 June, 2010, 11:34:44 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 11:24:20 am
Has anyone built a front-wheel drive recumbent? And would it work, or interfere with the steering?

Yes, pretty much every possible arrangement of steering and drive has been done at one time or another!

Front wheel drive is not uncommon, but causes other complexities.  Either the pedals have to turn with the wheel, or you have to have some sort of allowance between the pedals and the wheel.  This can be done just by allowing the flex in the chain to accommodate the turning of the wheel, but this is obviously sub-optimal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 11:36:10 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 11:24:20 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 10:35:57 am
(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/The%20Red%20Baron/a8297a58.jpg)

Has anyone built a front-wheel drive recumbent? And would it work, or interfere with the steering?

Yes. (http://www.bikefix.co.uk/index.php?unique=8abf33d4fb19a3b5421f996ee15a91a4&get_ol_id=4&get_gl_id=85&get_sgl_id=222#a85)

I nearly bought one, but when The Red Baron came up for sale on here, I went for him instead as he was vastly better specified and from a highly respected manufacturer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 June, 2010, 11:44:15 am
That's a fantastic machine Charlotte.  Getting into 'bents is on my long term to do list.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 23 June, 2010, 11:44:55 am
Here are a couple more front wheel drives cycles that I've got pictures to hand of, they are both well over a decade ago:

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/OldFlexagon/flevamst.jpg)
Mike Burrows next to a Flevo Trike (the yellow and black bike on the right is his Amsterdam bike).

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/OldFlexagon/rearstrf.jpg)
I'm not sure whose this was, but it was front wheel drive, rear wheel steer.  Rear wheel steering is always difficult, and this one crashed quite spectacularly later that day (of the flying in the air, flipping over type of crash).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 23 June, 2010, 12:16:53 pm
I think that last one is a Sturmey Flying 5.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 23 June, 2010, 12:23:25 pm
IIRC, bottlemasher of this parish has a FWD Burrows laid-back bike (don't use the "R" word). I have a photo of MB himself with one somewhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 23 June, 2010, 12:27:37 pm
Like this:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/burrows.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 12:33:10 pm
Interesting replies, thanks! I thought that it must have been tried, as there's no such thing as a "standard" recumbent. Some of those 90 degree bends still look a bit painful though.

I think the answer is a face-down recumbent...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 23 June, 2010, 01:05:02 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 12:33:10 pm

I think the answer is a face-down recumbent...

Like this, you mean?

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/comment/12/2010/06/c31d62fb71a79503859e437cfc971b9c/original.jpg)

Looks quite painful in its own special way...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 June, 2010, 01:06:29 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 23 June, 2010, 11:27:12 am
That is really crying out for big, WWI-fighter-style crosshairs on the handlebars.  You should fit them: would disconcert drivers.

Naah! That wants the full twin Spandau set up. Anna red tailbox with Maltese cross onnit!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 June, 2010, 01:09:09 pm
And Charlotte in leather flying helmet plus goggles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 23 June, 2010, 01:10:45 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 June, 2010, 12:33:10 pm
I think the answer is a face-down recumbent...

... or like this:

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/OldFlexagon/ahead1.jpg)   (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/OldFlexagon/ahead2b.jpg)

One of the limiting factors with that one was how close the wheel got to a part of the body which you really don't want in close contact with a fast spinning wheel. :o ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 23 June, 2010, 01:17:30 pm
I'd get a boner riding that, I'm bad enough if I run my tyres too hard as it is
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 June, 2010, 01:26:33 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 23 June, 2010, 01:09:09 pm
And Charlotte in leather flying helmet plus goggles.

That's a whole different fantasy  ;D

That might even be a whole different forum . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 01:30:12 pm
Oddly, I do actually have a leather flying helmet and some Davida goggles...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 June, 2010, 01:30:58 pm
Another thing to consider is ploughing through a mass of horse or dog poo! Not great when your face is about 6 inches from the front wheel  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 June, 2010, 02:32:46 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 01:30:12 pm
Oddly, I do actually have a leather flying helmet and some Davida goggles...

Thought you might.  So now we need a photo of you all dressed up piloting the Red Baron  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 June, 2010, 06:45:09 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 23 June, 2010, 01:30:12 pm
Oddly, I do actually have a leather flying helmet and some Davida goggles...
Yebbut you only wear them in bed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 26 June, 2010, 03:10:21 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SDC10717.jpg)

My 2010 CAAD9 58cm. 105 throughout , FSA BB30 cranks , 105 wheels , ritchey matrix carbon bars and stem . A gift from my folks when my Dad got a redundancy pay out
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 26 June, 2010, 04:40:11 pm
The Pashley is home in the stable with the other bikes.  I have written more about it here (http://www.pixieannie.blogspot.com)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 26 June, 2010, 05:27:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 26 June, 2010, 04:40:11 pm
The Pashley is home in the stable with the other bikes.  I have written more about it here     
 (http://pixieannie.blogspot.com/2010/06/new-addition.html/url)

Linky he no work - you missed out the [ before the /url]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 26 June, 2010, 06:08:21 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 26 June, 2010, 05:27:13 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 26 June, 2010, 04:40:11 pm
The Pashley is home in the stable with the other bikes.  I have written more about it here     
 (http://pixieannie.blogspot.com/2010/06/new-addition.html/url)

Linky he no work - you missed out the [ before the /url]

Thanks Paul, all sorted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 26 June, 2010, 06:22:05 pm
Guess which one is mine

(http://cdn.cloudfiles.mosso.com/c54102/x2_1be4497)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 June, 2010, 11:35:54 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 26 June, 2010, 06:22:05 pm
Guess which one is mine


I didn't know you spelt David - 'R.I.B.B.L.E.'  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 June, 2010, 12:27:29 pm
It was DRIBBLE, but his D fell off.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GillP on 27 June, 2010, 07:58:28 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 26 June, 2010, 04:40:11 pm
The Pashley is home in the stable with the other bikes.  I have written more about it here (http://www.pixieannie.blogspot.com)

That is a nice looking bike Annie, have fun riding it (her?)  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 28 June, 2010, 05:20:21 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 June, 2010, 12:27:29 pm
It was DRIBBLE, but his D fell off.

No, that's just a consequence of age . . .  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 29 June, 2010, 05:19:21 pm
One of these bikes is not like the other...

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4100/4746335534_3a8739460e.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4118/4745666757_2bb0e02f50.jpg)

but I love riding both ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 30 June, 2010, 09:43:58 pm
N-1 = N+1

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/VanNic.jpg)

A Mercian has been sacrificed to acquire a new audax bike for Mille Cymru and H-B-K-H. A new Van Nicholas Yukon frame and forks with Chris King headset and from the Mercian -  Campagnolo Chorus BB, drivechain & levers, Shimano R650 brakes, Thompson seatpost, Nitto stem and handlebars, Brooks Swift titanium seat, Ambrosio Excellence rims on Campag Chorus hubs, Look Keo 2 pedals. Steerer will be cut once I've decided on the most comfortable height for the handlebars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 30 June, 2010, 09:49:25 pm
Nice quality bike Maverick :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 09:50:14 pm
A fine machine.

I did toy briefly with putting Nitto bars (are those the Noodles?) on mine as I like them on one of my bikes, very nicely shaped.

Does the fork that comes with the Yukon now have a carbon steerer, out of interest?

Just as well you don't need that seat post any lower  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 30 June, 2010, 11:10:12 pm
 ???
Does this mean you've overcome your Mercian-mania?
Can you assure the readership that it's not really a Mercian underneath a ti coloured paintjob and van Nic transfers.  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 30 June, 2010, 11:41:10 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 09:50:14 pm
A fine machine.

Thanks

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 09:50:14 pm
I did toy briefly with putting Nitto bars (are those the Noodles?) on mine as I like them on one of my bikes, very nicely shaped.

I'm not sure which model they are - they have a very nice back sweep on the tops and have been very comfortable on the Mercian.

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 09:50:14 pm
Does the fork that comes with the Yukon now have a carbon steerer, out of interest?

No, it has an alloy steerer

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 30 June, 2010, 09:50:14 pm
Just as well you don't need that seat post any lower  :)

Indeed  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 30 June, 2010, 11:42:56 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 29 June, 2010, 05:19:21 pm
One of these bikes is not like the other...

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4100/4746335534_3a8739460e.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4118/4745666757_2bb0e02f50.jpg)

but I love riding both ;)

Good looking bikes you've got there. I have four bikes, each of which is different from the others and I love riding each one for different reasons too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 30 June, 2010, 11:46:43 pm
Quote from: eck on 30 June, 2010, 11:10:12 pm
???
Does this mean you've overcome your Mercian-mania?
Can you assure the readership that it's not really a Mercian underneath a ti coloured paintjob and van Nic transfers.  :demon:

Oh no, not at all - I still have an option on a 1956 Mercian in original spec that's currently in a garage in Glasgow ;D This, however is a genuine Van Nic Ti  :-* that I am unable to ride at the moment due to injury :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 01 July, 2010, 11:40:20 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 30 June, 2010, 11:42:56 pm
Good looking bikes you've got there. I have four bikes, each of which is different from the others and I love riding each one for different reasons too.

Variety is great.  If I were richer, I'd love to add a nice stately dutch-style bike, something fit for pootling around central London in a suit.  Something like the Velorbis Churchill Baloon (http://www.velorbis.co.uk/classic-vintage-bicycle/classic-gents-vintage-bicycles/velorbis-churchill-balloon-gents-fat-tire-bike).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 July, 2010, 12:39:18 pm
^^^In my humble opinion a hardtail MTB with all the mods you have makes an extremely versatile bike.  I wouldn't be without mine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 01 July, 2010, 01:40:57 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 01 July, 2010, 11:40:20 am
Variety is great.  If I were richer, I'd love to add a nice stately dutch-style bike, something fit for pootling around central London in a suit.  Something like the Velorbis Churchill Baloon (http://www.velorbis.co.uk/classic-vintage-bicycle/classic-gents-vintage-bicycles/velorbis-churchill-balloon-gents-fat-tire-bike).

I need to go the other way - I already have a laid-back bike, the Pashley Paramount (http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/paramount.html) and would love to get something a bit nimble for day rides.  I'm waiting a. to save up some money (could be a while) and b. for the Alfine 11-speed hub to make it on to a good selection of production bikes.

My 2nd bike is a Dahon D7 folder, which I hated at first but am getting to quite like now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 01 July, 2010, 09:19:43 pm
Quote from: yellowhammer on 01 July, 2010, 12:31:12 pm
Same bike as before, now gently tweaked for commuting and general pootling. Changing the saddle, grips and tyres has transformed it on the road, and it's still ok on the tow paths/unmetalled stuff;

(http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n275/yellowhammer_01/pushbike/2010_0701bicycle0013.jpg)

I've changed the tyres on mine to road tyres from knobblies and it has improved it no end, it's so much more comfortable on road and gravel paths now  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 01 July, 2010, 09:52:01 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 01 July, 2010, 11:40:20 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 30 June, 2010, 11:42:56 pm
Good looking bikes you've got there. I have four bikes, each of which is different from the others and I love riding each one for different reasons too.

Variety is great.  If I were richer, I'd love to add a nice stately dutch-style bike, something fit for pootling around central London in a suit.  Something like the Velorbis Churchill Baloon (http://www.velorbis.co.uk/classic-vintage-bicycle/classic-gents-vintage-bicycles/velorbis-churchill-balloon-gents-fat-tire-bike).


In that case I think you would like the Rivendell on        EcoVelo   (http://www.ecovelo.info)                 I think it's gorgeous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 02 July, 2010, 12:21:50 am

My New Bike.  :thumbsup:
n+ 0.1  ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Bloke_on_a_bike/noobike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 02 July, 2010, 06:44:08 am
Kickstand, chainguard, wooden 'fenders', dynohub and rack. Get that on EcoVelo and watch them swoon!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2010, 09:13:36 am
Chain's a bit um...er...well...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 02 July, 2010, 10:01:08 am
Very cool Basil.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 02 July, 2010, 10:10:24 am
Trailer-bike tower and coffee provider, all rolled into one. At the end of a long hard day.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4079/4743482758_382b86b77b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 05:31:41 pm
Here we go then, first is my '92 Orange P7 in its winter weekend/winter hack guise, in the summer it gets stripped to m/bike avec les nobblies, tout suite![img(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture325.jpg)][/img] and [img(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/102_0012.jpg)][/img] Its very comfortable, onza bar ends, XT thumbshifters, maddison g12 'old' seat (£3 at bootfair 18 years ago), still my most comfortable seat, after my now comfy Brooks. B17 special tyres are Specs Armodillos, front one over 10 years old, back one 2 years old, Only punctures EVER were a masonary nail in an electric  cable clip, on 2 valve seats given up the ghost. Its got 'EXCESSIVE' crankshaft endfloat, but the pedals still go round, and the Rock Shox are now a bit baggy in the fore and aft dept. It has got some rather Natty 'L' shaped brake levers to allow their use when 'on the hooks of the bar ends'. and the simple bracket allows use of mudguard on the Rockshox.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 05:51:13 pm
Secondly is JESS, as in Postman pat's cat /bike
(http://[IMG]http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture341.jpg)[/img]

This is my Pearson Dayrider C.2003. I was on the look out for a good bike ie £1k + and went to the show at .. oh wats it called, in Lon..... islington, thank you. Was looking at  Roberts, Thorn, Condor,etc, The Roberts stand was very busy, and the prices were very busy too, the Condor didn't appeal to me with its eliptical downtube, looked like a £99 bike, Thorn , well i got a glimpse, of maybe 2 bikes over peoples heads, and thought this is silly, I'll come back. Walked around upstairs and a different world, much more relaxed, Saw the Hewitts, them came to the Pearson stand, and well. kinda thought immediately thats the one for me, Understated in Red + black, What colour  would you like we can do..... 'THAT ONE  PLEASE' . Its now got the Bi7 Special, 28mm spec armodillas, schmit hub 32 spoke, Chrina rim( Spa cycles) 36 hole rear (ditto), unused Ergo's as I've bypassed them and use some old 80's campag friction levers, much prefer these, as theres less frenetic shifting of gears, just plain old honking, Audax clear map thing, Solidlights front light, A old steel rack c80's BUT its lighter than my alloy ones! Wellgo pedals, Zefal HP pump. And its called Jess, :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 05:55:39 pm
opps here it is.(http://[IMG]http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture341.jpg)[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 05:57:47 pm
why has it done that then ::-)(http://[/im[IMG]http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture341.jpg)g]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 05:59:50 pm
(http://[IMG]http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture341.jpg)[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2010, 06:13:04 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 02 July, 2010, 05:59:50 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/Picture341.jpg)

You have, at least in that post, got 2 sets of img tags per photo. Possibly due to pasting in a link that already has IMG tags, then adding more. A minor issue really - you've more or less got it licked.

You had this added to the front of the link code: [img]http:// and an extra [/img] at the end.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2010, 06:30:01 pm
Ta muchely, as I said elsewhere it a case of 'Fred Dibnah does T'internet'  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2010, 06:38:44 pm
Two very decent bikes. I like the set-up on the Pearson - clearly not the bicycle of the casual cyclist  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 04 July, 2010, 01:37:08 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4141/4759699405_fb05ca83ac.jpg)

Trip to the park with our new to us Chariot Cougar 2.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 July, 2010, 02:02:38 pm
Say there Dr,  see you prefer your brooks 'nose up' much more comfy that way i feel. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 04 July, 2010, 02:53:48 pm
My Planet X Ti Sportive.  No longer with the Enigma Ti forks, but with added mudguards, carradice and tiny granny ring, so slowly becoming a lighter version of my other bikes.

(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/ph/px2/planetxinthesunshine.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 04 July, 2010, 06:50:08 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 04 July, 2010, 02:02:38 pm
Say there Dr,  see you prefer your brooks 'nose up' much more comfy that way i feel. :thumbsup:

Yeah, that's as flat as I can cope with. I fall into the sit in, rather than sit on category.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4117/4761224974_49df4c1806.jpg)

Gratutious shot showing the new bar tape I put on this afternoon. I am loving the colour, but I had my neighbour taking the mickey before I finished the first side. First time I've done bar tape, and I am pretty pleased with myself.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 July, 2010, 07:00:07 pm
Its funny really, my Pearson was set up just like yours Dr. very high seat post, flip-flopped the stem, couldn't really say i was ever comfy, did lots of 200's but always felt 'wrong'. then I got all technical, with measurements an all, with these cycling fit websites, and I ended up dropping my seatpost an enormous ammount, It was like yours but take a look at it now< I also flopped the stem back so its flat but now as high as poss. before I used the 'hoods most of the time', now I'm soooo comfy, as I sit lower down, and further back, and now use the straight tops most of the time but can still easily reach the hoods.  climbs much better too. Just dont feel cramped any more. Personal comfort is a really BIG subject. When I altered mine to the 'randoneur' fit it felt like a minuture circus bike for a while, then I lifted my seat about 6mm and all was well. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 04 July, 2010, 07:31:51 pm
Quote from: PH on 04 July, 2010, 02:53:48 pm
My Planet X Ti Sportive.  No longer with the Enigma Ti forks, but with added mudguards, carradice and tiny granny ring, so slowly becoming a lighter version of my other bikes.

(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/ph/px2/planetxinthesunshine.jpg)

I recognise that saddle - comfy, aren't they? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 05 July, 2010, 12:36:52 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 July, 2010, 07:31:51 pm
I recognise that saddle - comfy, aren't they? :)

Is it a Charge Spoon? I keep hearing good things about them. I might get one for the Black bike - the saddle it came with is pretty horrible, and putting a Brooks on it, as I do for longer rides, seems a little... well, perverse. (Just cos Grub does it, that doesn't make it right. ;) )

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 July, 2010, 01:15:58 am
Quote from: citizen smudge on 05 July, 2010, 12:36:52 am

Is it a Charge Spoon? I keep hearing good things about them.


Aye, and the good things are true.  Comfortable from the get-go, more comfortable with time, cheap.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 05 July, 2010, 03:52:13 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 05 July, 2010, 01:15:58 am
Quote from: citizen smudge on 05 July, 2010, 12:36:52 am

Is it a Charge Spoon? I keep hearing good things about them.


Aye, and the good things are true.  Comfortable from the get-go, more comfortable with time, cheap.

If only the white ones were not so hard to get. The standard saddle on my Giant is killing me. I've been after a white spoon for ages to finish off the fixed bike, but nobody seems to have it in stock.  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 05 July, 2010, 02:34:44 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 04 July, 2010, 07:00:07 pm
Its funny really, my Pearson was set up just like yours Dr. very high seat post, flip-flopped the stem, couldn't really say i was ever comfy, did lots of 200's but always felt 'wrong'. then I got all technical, with measurements an all, with these cycling fit websites, and I ended up dropping my seatpost an enormous ammount, It was like yours but take a look at it now< I also flopped the stem back so its flat but now as high as poss. before I used the 'hoods most of the time', now I'm soooo comfy, as I sit lower down, and further back, and now use the straight tops most of the time but can still easily reach the hoods.  climbs much better too. Just dont feel cramped any more. Personal comfort is a really BIG subject. When I altered mine to the 'randoneur' fit it felt like a minuture circus bike for a while, then I lifted my seat about 6mm and all was well. :thumbsup:

Well, I don't really know what I am doing with fit - the process was that when I got the bike, I was too fat to use the flat stem it came with without my belly getting in the way. Until last week, Id been using the 40deg stem with 2 spacers above it to get out of the wind. The flat stem went back on last week when I realised I'd lost a load of weight, and it was fine now. The seat is up that high because I've got long legs. I don't think my knees could cope with it any lower. The position feels comfy to me, and doesn't cause me any niggles. I did my first 200 on it a week or so back, and got off feeling pretty fresh, like I had another 100 in me. However, in that I am no expert, and am keen to learn, I figured I'd try raising the bars up and popping the seat back...

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4116/4763969136_486bbd7446.jpg)

Initial impressions are that it's more comfy, and my legs feel a little stronger on the climbs (what little there are; I live in Cambridge), but it's harder to get out of the wind... which was why I dropped the bars in the first place. However, I found it harder to concentrate on pushing on, what with all the scenery I could now see. Somehow, despite getting off the bike all relaxed I averaged 27.8kmh over 28.7km. I was expecting the average to be in the 25-26kmh range, given the subjective effort.

I'll try it over this week and compare it to last week's commutes. If I am not losing time, I am gaining comfort and scenery for free.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 05 July, 2010, 08:44:13 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 05 July, 2010, 12:36:52 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 July, 2010, 07:31:51 pm
I recognise that saddle - comfy, aren't they? :)

Is it a Charge Spoon? I keep hearing good things about them. I might get one for the Black bike - the saddle it came with is pretty horrible, and putting a Brooks on it, as I do for longer rides, seems a little... well, perverse. (Just cos Grub does it, that doesn't make it right. ;) )

d.


It is very comfortable bike, it's hard to judge how much of that is down to the saddle.  I may swap a brooks with it to make the comparison.  But for £20 the Spoon has been well worth it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 06 July, 2010, 07:24:57 pm
regarding Spoons!!! I will agree thay are a most comfortable perch, so much so that I proclaimed my undying love for all things spoon shaped to all and sundry! That was until I did the Fairies  ride last year , only 150k, but on the hottest day of the year. by the time I'd finished my ar#e was raw! then  someone told me that the gel used is the same as that used in 'heat pads' so the blo#'dy thing was getting hot and staying hot! I sold it for more than I payed new , and bought a B17 special. Ahhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 July, 2010, 12:50:28 am
Quote from: kyuss on 05 July, 2010, 03:52:13 am

If only the white ones were not so hard to get. The standard saddle on my Giant is killing me. I've been after a white spoon for ages to finish off the fixed bike, but nobody seems to have it in stock.  :(

There you go . . .  (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CHARGE-SPOON-TI-CYCLE-SADDLE-WHITE-SYNTH-LEATHER-68216-/380242736558?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item58883bb5ae)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 07 July, 2010, 10:25:58 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 06 July, 2010, 07:24:57 pm
regarding Spoons!!! I will agree thay are a most comfortable perch, so much so that I proclaimed my undying love for all things spoon shaped to all and sundry! That was until I did the Fairies  ride last year , only 150k, but on the hottest day of the year. by the time I'd finished my ar#e was raw! then  someone told me that the gel used is the same as that used in 'heat pads' so the blo#'dy thing was getting hot and staying hot! I sold it for more than I payed new , and bought a B17 special. Ahhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!! :o

Oh no, don't say that I've just bought two. I hope I don't have to add them to the growing collection of failed saddles. Anyone want a couple of RIDO's by the way?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 09 July, 2010, 04:57:42 pm
Quote from: Moose on 07 July, 2010, 10:25:58 pm
Oh no, don't say that I've just bought two. I hope I don't have to add them to the growing collection of failed saddles. Anyone want a couple of RIDO's by the way?

How much? What colour? Yes I know I'm a cheeky bastard . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 09 July, 2010, 05:12:33 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 05 July, 2010, 03:52:13 am

If only the white ones were not so hard to get. The standard saddle on my Giant is killing me. I've been after a white spoon for ages to finish off the fixed bike, but nobody seems to have it in stock.  :(

Evans Cycles in Notting Hill have one at the moment.  Give them a ring and reserve it, if this is your city.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 09 July, 2010, 09:57:58 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 06 July, 2010, 07:24:57 pm
regarding Spoons!!! I will agree thay are a most comfortable perch, so much so that I proclaimed my undying love for all things spoon shaped to all and sundry! That was until I did the Fairies  ride last year , only 150k, but on the hottest day of the year. by the time I'd finished my ar#e was raw! then  someone told me that the gel used is the same as that used in 'heat pads' so the blo#'dy thing was getting hot and staying hot! I sold it for more than I payed new , and bought a B17 special. Ahhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!! :o

A spoon is the only saddle that has every left a raw patch on me. I've also ended up with a B17 special. My position on it putting in the drops a lot more than I used to, so it makes me faster too (but hands get sore faster).
Maybe a spoon bum is the inverse of a brooks bum?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 09 July, 2010, 10:03:10 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 09 July, 2010, 04:57:42 pm
Quote from: Moose on 07 July, 2010, 10:25:58 pm
Oh no, don't say that I've just bought two. I hope I don't have to add them to the growing collection of failed saddles. Anyone want a couple of RIDO's by the way?

How much? What colour? Yes I know I'm a cheeky bastard . . .

Black, tenner the pair plus postage. They were fantastically comfortable, did a 300K ride on one last year no problems. This year, can't get on with them. It must be me. PM me your address.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 July, 2010, 12:03:48 pm
I've just bought a Spoon on spec.  I was recommended a Knife :-\ but it's twice the price...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 10 July, 2010, 02:12:49 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 July, 2010, 12:03:48 pm
I've just bought a Spoon on spec.  I was recommended a Knife :-\ but it's twice the price...

How much did you have to fork out?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 July, 2010, 06:00:24 pm
Been assembling the Brompton as far as I can without the main frame (which actually has very little attached to it save the cranks and the seatpost).  That's at the dealer to have some rear bushes fitted and reamed.

This is the stem and handlebar assembly in candy apple red with the modified 4-speed shifter.  It looks rather better than the plastic Brompton thing, and does 3- or 4-speed.  I also have bottle bosses...the luxury.  I will probably have to trim the gear cable housing very slightly, as the termination point in the shifter is a bit further to the left than normal.  Otherwise that huge lever doesn't clear the leather grip.

And the Chris King 2Nut fits perfectly; in the end I just got Argos to face 1mm off the top and bottom of the head tube, which sorted the stack height.  The facing needed doing anyway.

Can you spot the small mistake that Argos made?  I know how to fix it though.

(http://www.peeble.com/brommie1.jpg)

(http://www.peeble.com/brommie2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 July, 2010, 06:20:39 pm
They didn't block off the clamp threads?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 10 July, 2010, 06:32:49 pm
No, they masked too much of the handlebar nipple threads so you can see basecoat.

Red nail gloss needed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 July, 2010, 10:02:51 pm
I have no idea what you are talking about.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 10 July, 2010, 10:06:53 pm
I must say ( and I must say it like this ) That colour is cool as fuck , My cannondale would love that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 July, 2010, 10:32:53 pm
Quote from: Grub on 10 July, 2010, 10:02:51 pm
I have no idea what you are talking about.

It's the white bit just at the wrist of the little boxing glove that sticks out at the bottom.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 July, 2010, 10:35:45 pm
Okay.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 10 July, 2010, 10:56:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 July, 2010, 12:03:48 pm
I've just bought a Spoon on spec.  I was recommended a Knife :-\ but it's twice the price...

You could have bought a spork  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 11 July, 2010, 12:14:00 am
Quote from: Grub on 10 July, 2010, 10:35:45 pm
Okay.  :thumbsup:

I have no idea what it's for, except maybe punching errant motorists in a cartoon fashion.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 11 July, 2010, 07:04:24 am
It clips into a...er...clip on the fork crown when the bike is folded, to stop the handlebars swinging all over the place.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 11 July, 2010, 07:33:44 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 11 July, 2010, 07:04:24 am
It clips into a...er...clip on the fork crown when the bike is folded, to stop the handlebars swinging all over the place.

Your lawn looks a little anaemic. And are those dead leaves I can see?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 July, 2010, 09:28:15 am
The colour of the bike will go very nicely with your KOTM jersey though Roger.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 11 July, 2010, 09:53:00 am
I'm puzzled

Why do you need gears on a scooter?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 11 July, 2010, 02:16:35 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 July, 2010, 12:03:48 pm
I was recommended a Knife :-\ but it's twice the price...

A knife?  :o

Oh well, at least it wasn't a razor blade (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMYZyUygW6Y).  ;D

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2010, 09:38:09 pm
All I can say with regard to that piece of brompton is...

OMG!

Here's my MTB .. finally shod it's sno tyres.

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/_DSC0048_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 July, 2010, 09:43:17 pm
Why is it covered in tape?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 11 July, 2010, 10:32:29 pm
Because the down tube is actually a sawn-off shotgun?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 July, 2010, 11:15:58 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 July, 2010, 09:43:17 pm
Why is it covered in tape?

You don't live in Manchester, do you?  :-\

luv'n'stuff

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 12 July, 2010, 06:47:56 am
Oh, I see.  He bought CB's stolen bike off Ebay and now to disguise it, aside from calling it an MTB he has covered it in tape etc.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 July, 2010, 09:00:17 pm
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/photo-19.png)

Tina the Tandem in tour mode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 12 July, 2010, 09:11:10 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 July, 2010, 09:43:17 pm
Why is it covered in tape?

Much the same reason that celebs wear sunglasses...to not draw attention to themselves.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 12 July, 2010, 10:28:06 pm
Quote from: Grub on 11 July, 2010, 09:43:17 pm
Why is it covered in tape?

Instead of cable ties?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 13 July, 2010, 07:16:49 pm
Stripped the Giant down last week and rebuilt is with a 27spd groupset plus new tyres.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/crsupdate010.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 13 July, 2010, 07:52:51 pm
Do you not find that flat bar frame has a rather lengthy reach to go with drops?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 13 July, 2010, 08:23:33 pm
Quote from: Zoidburg on 13 July, 2010, 07:52:51 pm
Do you not find that flat bar frame has a rather lengthy reach to go with drops?

Not really, for a hybrid frame it has a short top tube 55cm so it is spot on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 17 July, 2010, 09:11:59 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4143/4800531372_1ac94156fb_b.jpg)

My newly rebuilt Viner Magnifica, back from its Tuscan holiday at the end of June (bottom bracket shell had unbonded from the frame, the UK repair options I looked into came to nothing, so it went back to the factory, who did an absolutely brilliant job) and built up again by my LBS last week. As its old componentry is pretty much all now on my Condor Squadra, went for the kind of build I would have gone for had I bought new: Campagnolo Athena carbon chainset group, Zonda 2-Way Fit wheels....Runs better than ever, very smooth ride & does a great job on the typically rough and potholed roads of this neck of the woods.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 17 July, 2010, 10:26:36 pm
Nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 July, 2010, 12:23:52 am
Ribble's on the road again...

Heading upwards towards Combe Gibbet tonight.

Buttermere, freshly baled straw (or grass..or whatever).  More flies than I've ever encountered before.

Sorted out the gear problems with the Ribble and now it's running like a dream.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ride%20photos/Ribblesmall.jpg?t=1279581650)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 July, 2010, 01:02:26 am
Quote from: LEE on 20 July, 2010, 12:23:52 am

Sorted out the gear problems with the Ribble and now it's running like a dream.


What? you mean it stops when you get to the good bit?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 July, 2010, 05:45:28 am
But does Ham know that Buttermere, where Lee was is actually next to Ham on the map?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

23.2lb like this, with dynamo lighting but no mudguards.  Estimate 21.8lb without lights, 22.6lb with mudguards but no lights and 24lb with everything.  Rock bottom for a factory Brompton is about 21lb (1-speed, titanium parts, no mudguards or lights) but this is a 3-speed.  It's about 4oz heavier run as a 4-speed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 July, 2010, 08:42:29 am
Quote from: Grub on 20 July, 2010, 05:45:28 am
But does Ham know that Buttermere, where Lee was is actually next to Ham on the map?  ;D

Excellent spot.  Yes, Ham was next on my route.  

Photo taken at top of Ham Hill. Spooky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 20 July, 2010, 09:26:00 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

23.2lb like this, with dynamo lighting but no mudguards.  Estimate 21.8lb without lights, 22.6lb with mudguards but no lights and 24lb with everything.  Rock bottom for a factory Brompton is about 21lb (1-speed, titanium parts, no mudguards or lights) but this is a 3-speed.  It's about 4oz heavier run as a 4-speed.

Very nice colour, RZ. However, the wiring on the fork blade is a little unevenly spaced in places. Shocking!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 July, 2010, 09:29:50 am
The brickwork looks a little rough as well.  Disappointing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 20 July, 2010, 09:30:04 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am

23.2lb like this, with dynamo lighting but no mudguards.  Estimate 21.8lb without lights, 22.6lb with mudguards but no lights and 24lb with everything.  Rock bottom for a factory Brompton is about 21lb (1-speed, titanium parts, no mudguards or lights) but this is a 3-speed.  It's about 4oz heavier run as a 4-speed.

How much without the bottle cage bolts, but with mudguards on?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 July, 2010, 09:32:38 am
Adding Proofide to the Brooks could bugger the whole balance of the bike.  Bet you hadn't thought of that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 July, 2010, 09:48:20 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 20 July, 2010, 09:26:00 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

23.2lb like this, with dynamo lighting but no mudguards.  Estimate 21.8lb without lights, 22.6lb with mudguards but no lights and 24lb with everything.  Rock bottom for a factory Brompton is about 21lb (1-speed, titanium parts, no mudguards or lights) but this is a 3-speed.  It's about 4oz heavier run as a 4-speed.

Very nice colour, RZ. However, the wiring on the fork blade is a little unevenly spaced in places. Shocking!  ;)


Damp proof is a bit slack
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 20 July, 2010, 10:52:46 am
That looks great, Roger.  Half a stone lighter than mine!  Which I'm guessing is over £50 per lb!

I hate to say it, but.....needs black Brooks and grips and a pic in front of a white backdrop  ;)

Ti cages next?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 20 July, 2010, 11:00:35 am
Very nice, Roger.

Note to self: must bring dark glasses with me to BWC.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 July, 2010, 01:10:59 pm
Quote from: LEE on 20 July, 2010, 08:42:29 am
Quote from: Grub on 20 July, 2010, 05:45:28 am
But does Ham know that Buttermere, where Lee was is actually next to Ham on the map?  ;D

Excellent spot.  Yes, Ham was next on my route.  

Photo taken at top of Ham Hill. Spooky.

Even spookier you were nowhere to be seen...... I may be getting confused, it happens a lot these days
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 05:51:51 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 20 July, 2010, 09:29:50 am
The brickwork looks a little rough as well.  Disappointing.
It's atrocious.  Apparently they're handmade bricks, which I find slightly dubious since Bovis Homes cut corners on everything else.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 20 July, 2010, 05:55:13 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
<filthy, dirty Brompton pr0n>

*drool*

*little moment*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 05:58:30 pm
I rode it to work today.  The hub is a little dry (it was drastically over-oiled for the BWC last year but has leaked it all out since; it's not been ridden enough to seal itself like the AW hub has).  Apart from wanting a shot of GL4, no problems and I could ride it to Dunwich.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 20 July, 2010, 08:46:47 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 20 July, 2010, 05:55:13 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
<filthy, dirty Brompton pr0n>
*little moment*

If it had a black Team Pro saddle and black leather bar grips then I, too, would have struggled to contain myself. 

The paintwork, and overall sortedness, is gorgeous.  It's not working for me aesthetically with the honey leather though.

Anyway, N+1 for me tomorrow.  Any guesses?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 July, 2010, 09:03:37 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

Looks damn good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 09:32:52 pm
Thanks  :)

I do actually have a black Team Pro but it has steel rails (it's on the Hewitt, which is already pretty heavy).  And you wouldn't believe the trouble I had to go to to obtain two 95mm leather grips!

The reduced weight is actually noticeable when picking up the bike, which you do quite a bit with a Brompton.  Note for other mudguard strippers; the bike does not roll when folded because it stands on the rear tyre (which is jammed against the frame when folded) and you need two special parts: the cable fender disc and the C-type hook for the LH fork dropout.  The mudguards are going back on after the Dun Run anyway, because it has to do a week in the North Pennines and a bit of workaday transport stuff, followed by the FNRttS on 20th August.  Then it will be temporarily stripped again for the BWC, with no lights or dynamo hub to get it down to minimum weight.

Biggest indulgence: a Chris King 2Nut headset.  I got Argos to face 1mm from the top and bottom of the head tube and the stack height is perfect - 5 threads left for the locknut.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 July, 2010, 09:37:04 pm
Is their any performance benefit to riding a bike like that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 20 July, 2010, 10:27:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 09:32:52 pm
Thanks  :)

I do actually have a black Team Pro but it has steel rails (it's on the Hewitt, which is already pretty heavy).  And you wouldn't believe the trouble I had to go to to obtain two 95mm leather grips!

The reduced weight is actually noticeable when picking up the bike, which you do quite a bit with a Brompton.  Note for other mudguard strippers; the bike does not roll when folded because it stands on the rear tyre (which is jammed against the frame when folded) and you need two special parts: the cable fender disc and the C-type hook for the LH fork dropout.  The mudguards are going back on after the Dun Run anyway, because it has to do a week in the North Pennines and a bit of workaday transport stuff, followed by the FNRttS on 20th August.  Then it will be temporarily stripped again for the BWC, with no lights or dynamo hub to get it down to minimum weight.

Biggest indulgence: a Chris King 2Nut headset.  I got Argos to face 1mm from the top and bottom of the head tube and the stack height is perfect - 5 threads left for the locknut.

Chris King.  Hmmmmmm.

I'm sure it looks fantastic in the flesh - photos on pooters are very limiting.  Selle SLR for the BWC though? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 July, 2010, 10:31:31 pm
I do feel you ought to have made more effort with the crank positioning in the photo. I mean, that's just... any old how  :o

I'll be generous about the valve positions; let's call it a trick of the lens.

 :P

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 20 July, 2010, 10:55:10 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 09:32:52 pm


it's on the Hewitt, which is already pretty heavy.

Don't I know it, having passed it down the 10ft wall on the way to Roadrunner's house on the FNRttS  ;).

The Brompton looks good Roger but Sergeant Pluck's comments re crank and valve positioning are apt.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 20 July, 2010, 11:27:21 pm
Sunny evening stroll round Mugdock. (testing flickr sharing)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4813026529_7bc74f4064.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2010, 06:35:12 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 20 July, 2010, 10:27:20 pm
I'm sure it looks fantastic in the flesh - photos on pooters are very limiting.  Selle SLR for the BWC though? 
I'll probably borrow the Flite from the Fuji.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 July, 2010, 08:30:32 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 July, 2010, 11:27:21 pm
Sunny evening stroll round Mugdock. (testing flickr sharing)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4813026529_7bc74f4064.jpg)

found a tin of yellow paint did you? :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 21 July, 2010, 08:33:00 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 20 July, 2010, 09:03:37 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 20 July, 2010, 08:32:42 am
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

Looks damn good.
It's very nice but do gangs of feral children still throw stones at RZ for riding a ladies shopping bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2010, 09:20:03 pm
I have decided that it is not really bedded-in enough for the Dun Run.  Did a few miles tonight and had to increase the preload on the suspension block, which really compresses over the first few miles.  It's also hard work on rough roads; I think the Kojak tyres may actually roll worse than Marathon Pluses or Stelvios.  On the positive side, it climbs well and the hub sounds much happier with a shot of oil.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 21 July, 2010, 10:16:46 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 July, 2010, 09:20:03 pm
I have decided that it is not really bedded-in enough for the Dun Run.  Did a few miles tonight and had to increase the preload on the suspension block, which really compresses over the first few miles.  It's also hard work on rough roads; I think the Kojak tyres may actually roll worse than Marathon Pluses or Stelvios.  On the positive side, it climbs well and the hub sounds much happier with a shot of oil.

Big Jens would just ride it into submission.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 22 July, 2010, 11:36:05 am
N+1!

(http://www.reb.co.uk/brommie.jpg)

New Brommie.  Stock M3L, apart from a Brooks B17 on an extended seatpost, easy wheels, Brompton rear light and firm suspension block.  Oh, and I've applied loads of ACF-50 to the inside of the frame tubes.

It came very well prepared by Avon Valley Cyclery in Bath - they'd even stripped, greased and adjusted the front hub properly, which saves me a job.  I'll retension the wheels in a few weeks but, again, the mechanic at AVC has run a spoke key over them and they are nice and tight and true.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 22 July, 2010, 01:14:42 pm
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

(http://www.reb.co.uk/rogerbrommie.jpg)

I thought it would be better with a black saddle but I'm not so sure now - the brown is growing on me..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 22 July, 2010, 01:22:44 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 22 July, 2010, 11:36:05 am

(http://www.reb.co.uk/brommie.jpg)

Nice.  What's stuck in the front spokes though?

Nice piece of wood too.....whatcha gonna use that for then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 22 July, 2010, 03:52:35 pm
That's  a  leaf on the driveway and a bit of spare fencepost - it'll no doubt end up as kindling this winter!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 22 July, 2010, 11:16:43 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 22 July, 2010, 01:14:42 pm
(http://www.peeble.com/redb.jpg)

(http://www.reb.co.uk/rogerbrommie.jpg)

I thought it would be better with a black saddle but I'm not so sure now - the brown is growing on me..

I prefer the brown.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 23 July, 2010, 07:05:18 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 22 July, 2010, 11:16:43 pm


I prefer the brown.  :thumbsup:

Me too, much nicer
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 23 July, 2010, 07:34:07 am
Mm the brown. though ya need dropped handle bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 July, 2010, 09:06:52 am
Quote from: Aidan on 23 July, 2010, 07:05:18 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 22 July, 2010, 11:16:43 pm


I prefer the brown.  :thumbsup:

Me too, much nicer

Are we still work safe? :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 23 July, 2010, 11:36:35 am
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 23 July, 2010, 07:34:07 am
Mm the brown. though ya need dropped handle bars.

Not if you want to be able to fold the bike fully, which is a stipulation of entry in the BWC.

A propos of which - Roger, don't those bar ends interfere with the fold?

Hmm. I wonder if it would be possible to fashion a set of drops that wouldn't interfere with the fold. Perhaps if they were wide enough to "wrap around" the front wheel...

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 23 July, 2010, 12:15:43 pm
Quote from: clarion on 23 July, 2010, 09:06:52 am
Quote from: Aidan on 23 July, 2010, 07:05:18 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 22 July, 2010, 11:16:43 pm


I prefer the brown.  :thumbsup:

Me too, much nicer

Are we still work safe? :-\

We are, you've just got a dirty mind ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 July, 2010, 07:53:26 pm
Quote from: citizen smudge on 23 July, 2010, 11:36:35 am
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 23 July, 2010, 07:34:07 am
Mm the brown. though ya need dropped handle bars.

Not if you want to be able to fold the bike fully, which is a stipulation of entry in the BWC.

A propos of which - Roger, don't those bar ends interfere with the fold?
Not at all.  They're Titec Pluto Ergo-Mags.  Fitting two bottle cages doesn't interfere with the fold either, although it's best to remove the stem-mounted bottle to avoid drips ('cos it'll be upside down).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 July, 2010, 10:08:27 am
Benotto tape, rack removed for the Dun Run (a saddlebag will do).  Not sure what to do about a rear light yet.  Either something on the rack eye or the Fibreflare on the saddlebag.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitttape.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 July, 2010, 10:16:13 am
My word Roger, take care, that looks like a 'normal' bike.  Are you feeling okay?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 24 July, 2010, 10:26:48 am
Not tempted by a green Brooks then?

(http://www.brooksengland.com/en/ResampleImg.ashx?imgurl=../images/shop/shop_saddles/Classic_Saddles___Trekking___Touring/B17_Special/colors/b17_Special_Green_1.jpg&Width=700&Height=500&format=jpeg&bkColor=FFFFFF)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 24 July, 2010, 10:39:14 am
It is rather green isn't it.

I don't understand this "rack removed", where is the pannier for all the cake going to go?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 July, 2010, 10:52:47 am
Sausage sandwich and Mars Bar*in the saddlebag and, if I'm not feeling fast and/or lucky, a small thermos flask of tea for halfway.


*proven nutrition from a hard winter of club runs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 24 July, 2010, 11:09:05 am
Quote from: TimO on 24 July, 2010, 10:39:14 am
It is rather green isn't it.

Yes but the blend of green and silver is well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 24 July, 2010, 12:39:51 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 July, 2010, 10:08:27 am
Benotto tape, rack removed for the Dun Run (a saddlebag will do).  Not sure what to do about a rear light yet.  Either something on the rack eye or the Fibreflare on the saddlebag.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitttape.jpg)

Out of curiosity, what kind of hub dynamo is that?  Or is it a secret hub motor?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 24 July, 2010, 04:50:33 pm
Is that the Michelin man caught making a quick exit, stage left?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DuncanM on 24 July, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
I finally finished my getting about comfortably bike.  :)  Only took a year or so! There should be a pic at the bottom of this - if there isn't can anyone show me what I've done wrong?
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/90461577@N00/4824796530/in/photostream?edited=1)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 24 July, 2010, 09:45:50 pm
Quote from: DuncanM on 24 July, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
I finally finished my getting about comfortably bike.  :)  Only took a year or so! There should be a pic at the bottom of this - if there isn't can anyone show me what I've done wrong?
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/90461577@N00/4824796530/in/photostream?edited=1)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4080/4824796530_5a3e450f2c.jpg)

You link did not contain the address of the image itself.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 24 July, 2010, 10:21:35 pm
Quote from: DuncanM on 24 July, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
I finally finished my getting about comfortably bike.  :)  Only took a year or so!

It looks great - time well spent.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 25 July, 2010, 12:48:27 am
That looks very similar to a bike I used to ride, in fact I rode it so much and abused it, (off roading when a teenager) I managed to crack the frame. It was a great bike though, I still remember it fondly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DuncanM on 25 July, 2010, 09:44:07 am
Thanks Sgt Pluck

It took so long 'cos I rebuilt the back wheel around a new hub (the old one was rusted horribly) and then, (when I discovered I had no brakes in the wet,) rebuilt the front wheel with a BF-C hub. So now the gears, brakes and dyno work.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 25 July, 2010, 10:19:03 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 July, 2010, 10:08:27 am
Benotto tape, rack removed for the Dun Run (a saddlebag will do).  Not sure what to do about a rear light yet.  Either something on the rack eye or the Fibreflare on the saddlebag.

(http://www.peeble.com/hewitttape.jpg)

Is that a Supernova on the lowrider mount? Looks very tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2010, 10:23:13 am
Yep, it certainly does.  I am not sure how much distance the light would put out from there though.  Most appear to have them on either the bars or the fork boss, the latter being where mine will be for winter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 25 July, 2010, 12:46:20 pm
I like that Hewitt.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Smudge on 25 July, 2010, 05:43:38 pm
My new (to me) 2007 Cannondale F5 ... took it out for a couple of hours this morning and it rides Beautifully

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z68/Jakes_Dad/IMG_0893.jpg)

Simon
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si_Co on 25 July, 2010, 05:47:35 pm
lovely bike, I've got an F2 and the performance of the head shock is truly surprising and hassle free, even after 3 years abuse.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 25 July, 2010, 06:02:01 pm
Quote from: DuncanM on 24 July, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
I finally finished my getting about comfortably bike.  :)  Only took a year or so!

Thats lovely  :)

When you rebuilt the wheels did you use the modern equivelent of 26" or the older style rim suitable for tyres 590x37 ?
I only ask as we have a BSA Star Rider 1959/60 era with steal rims that will at some point need replacing and the brakes leave a lot to be desired at present.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 July, 2010, 07:04:10 pm
It's a Shimano DH-3N80 dynamo hub and yes, it is a Supernova.  The fork blade is not the best place for it because of the shadow thrown by the wheel (makes left-hand bends a bit hairy), but I don't like much stuff on the bars and the cantilever brake means it can't go on the crown.

It is only about half as bright as mike's upgraded Solidlight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2010, 08:19:26 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 25 July, 2010, 07:04:10 pm
It's a Shimano DH-3N80 dynamo hub and yes, it is a Supernova.  The fork blade is not the best place for it because of the shadow thrown by the wheel (makes left-hand bends a bit hairy), but I don't like much stuff on the bars and the cantilever brake means it can't go on the crown.

It is only about half as bright as mike's upgraded Solidlight.

My E3 was brighter than Paul's upgraded Solidlight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 July, 2010, 08:26:58 pm
Quote from: Smudge on 25 July, 2010, 05:43:38 pm
My new (to me) 2007 Cannondale F5 ... took it out for a couple of hours this morning and it rides Beautifully

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z68/Jakes_Dad/IMG_0893.jpg)

Simon
Have you considered getting a skinny 700c set of disc wheels for it as well?

Drops straight in with plenty of clearance.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 July, 2010, 08:28:22 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2010, 08:19:26 pm
My E3 was brighter than Paul's upgraded Solidlight.
Yours is about a year newer IIRC, and they have a policy of continuous improvement with the emitters.  I could send it back to have the latest LED fitted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 25 July, 2010, 08:53:47 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 25 July, 2010, 08:28:22 pm
Quote from: Grub on 25 July, 2010, 08:19:26 pm
My E3 was brighter than Paul's upgraded Solidlight.
Yours is about a year newer IIRC, and they have a policy of continuous improvement with the emitters.  I could send it back to have the latest LED fitted.

It would be interesting to see my E3 against your Supernova  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DuncanM on 26 July, 2010, 03:26:30 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 25 July, 2010, 06:02:01 pm
Quote from: DuncanM on 24 July, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
I finally finished my getting about comfortably bike.  :)  Only took a year or so!

Thats lovely  :)

When you rebuilt the wheels did you use the modern equivelent of 26" or the older style rim suitable for tyres 590x37 ?
I only ask as we have a BSA Star Rider 1959/60 era with steal rims that will at some point need replacing and the brakes leave a lot to be desired at present.

The rims (old style 26 inch for rod brakes - westrick?) are the only original bits of the wheels left! You can get new steel rims but the brakes will still suck if they are rods - that's why I went for the drum brake for the front. I couldn't find a rod actuated drum brake and I wanted to use the bike, so I just went for the cable operated one.
Cheers
Duncan
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 01 August, 2010, 08:25:35 pm
After ignoring bicycles since she was about 11, sprog the younger has decided, at 18, that a bike is a good way of getting from A2B, providing said bicycle has a certain style. We toyed with the idea of bringing one back from Amsterdam, but she's somewhat "petite". In our Googling odyssey, we landed upon this, a Real Classic 3 speed from Halfords.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4102/4850337014_c65614d114.jpg)

I was pleasantly surprised as I ventured into the land of Zakspeed and Clearasil coated shop assistants. I declined the option of having them build it, so I know there's grease where there should be grease, the gears are correctly adjusted, and it stops properly. Its lighter than it looks, and rolls quite nicely on the Lancashire flatlands. As an added bonus, we have very happy young lady in the house.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 01 August, 2010, 10:49:23 pm
My Ribble given a bit of a spruce up.
From this:
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs248.snc4/39741_416817083398_770548398_4582759_3565192_n.jpg)
To this;
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs220.snc4/39318_417341353398_770548398_4596077_5905712_n.jpg)
Now a Wibble and hopefully about to be passed on, to someone who will fit it better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Froggie on 02 August, 2010, 02:15:04 pm
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l267/froggie_07/PA041226.jpg)

(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l267/froggie_07/P7311766.jpg)

Finally finished, project started last year.

Frame repainted by Bob Jacksons, majority of parts from Ebay.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 August, 2010, 10:16:20 am
Waugh!

Huh!

Good God yeah!

What is it good for?

Well, actually, Edwyn, now you come to mention it, it looks rather tasty indeed ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 04 August, 2010, 08:42:40 pm
Giant TCR 2

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4122/4876471264_941f409bb8_z_d.jpg)

Giant Defy 4

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4099/4875863521_e837a4f61c_z_d.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 04 August, 2010, 10:06:03 pm
Quote from: fungus on 04 August, 2010, 08:42:40 pm
Giant TCR 2

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4121/4860458621_15a5d9bce7_z_d.jpg)


How old is your TCR 2?  The reason I ask is the frame is basically the same colour as my TCR frame that I was given to replace the TCR Hybrid all those years ago.
On the stays and in other 'odd' places do you have little stickers that say things like 'wingstay' - 'y arch' and or 'torsion matrix' ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 05 August, 2010, 12:47:35 am
Nearly 5 years old, I've still got the receipt from primera, purchased for £1399.99 on 13/10/05 @ 17:15 & yes it says wingstay on the chainstays, torsion matrix on the top tube & 3G jointless mainframe on he downtube.  It's a little beauty & there's a new saddle on it  now  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 August, 2010, 05:48:42 am
Excellent, I thought as such.  However, does your seat post join to the downstays with a Y Frame?
It is difficult to tell from the photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 05 August, 2010, 11:55:48 am
Yes it says Y-arch just above the rear brake caliper.  I have never taken that much notice before, you know more about my bike than I do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 05 August, 2010, 07:47:54 pm
Quote from: Froggie on 02 August, 2010, 02:15:04 pm
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l267/froggie_07/PA041226.jpg)

(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l267/froggie_07/P7311766.jpg)

Finally finished, project started last year.

Frame repainted by Bob Jacksons, majority of parts from Ebay.



That's bloomin loverly  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 05 August, 2010, 09:32:36 pm
Quote from: Froggie on 02 August, 2010, 02:15:04 pm
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l267/froggie_07/P7311766.jpg)

Finally finished, project started last year.

Frame repainted by Bob Jacksons, majority of parts from Ebay.


Very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 07 August, 2010, 08:00:33 pm
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs233.snc4/38966_419471428398_770548398_4648829_4958852_n.jpg)

My new wheels Pinarello FP3 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 07 August, 2010, 08:22:49 pm
That is a very lovely bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 August, 2010, 08:32:29 pm
Quite a machine  :) Enjoy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 07 August, 2010, 09:19:15 pm
Played with the Giant again  ;D

Butterfly handlebars plus raceface chainset, switched back to v brakes
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikeparts050810007.jpg)
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikeparts050810011.jpg)

And one from today whilst out for a ride.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/various070810007.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 15 August, 2010, 08:01:58 pm
My Brommie

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020067.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020079.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020085.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020087-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 15 August, 2010, 08:32:23 pm
Oh that's rather nice :)

What bars are they?  Do they affect the fold?  Is it an M type stem, or a flat bar one?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 15 August, 2010, 08:43:24 pm
They're a set of Joe Cool downhill bars that On One had in the clearance.  Just the right rise and really solid.  I've chopped them down to a little wider than the standard M bars so the 130mm Brooks grips fit and give a bit more hand space. Careful choice of length and brake lever positioning means it doesnt interfere with the fold at all, I did have to move the stem nipple out a turn, but thats it.
 It has dropped the height of the bars by a couple of inches just giving the right amount of forward lean.   The dark grey colour looks better too I think, but main thing is that they really stiffen up the friont end, which is flexy as hell on standard M bars
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: seriouslysaddlesore on 22 August, 2010, 01:38:25 am
Long time lurker! :P

Here's two from my current fleet.

Surly Long Haul Trucker before and during recent tour of Spain/France:
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_muaa_lWV2DY/THBuxAs3QDI/AAAAAAAAABI/Es3D2bOHlTs/s800/DSC00377.JPG)
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_muaa_lWV2DY/THBxG_5IqSI/AAAAAAAAABY/ROsDZKe1-9A/s800/DSC00449.JPG)

Scott CR1:
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_muaa_lWV2DY/THBuwS33k_I/AAAAAAAAABE/8XvgCFEX2r8/s800/DSC00610.JPG)

One day I'll get around to chopping those steerers!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 22 August, 2010, 07:53:53 am
Nice looking bikes, but those look like huge waterbottles!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: seriouslysaddlesore on 22 August, 2010, 09:44:57 am
They're 800ml I believe, so a smidge bigger than your average big bottle...perfect for touring! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 August, 2010, 09:50:41 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 15 August, 2010, 08:01:58 pm
My Brommie

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020079.jpg)


That's a very nice Brompton.

Which saddlebag do you have attached?  Does it fit under the Brompton cover?

Excellent photography, too, btw!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 August, 2010, 02:08:34 pm
Quote from: saddlesorejoe on 22 August, 2010, 09:44:57 am
They're 800ml I believe, so a smidge bigger than your average big bottle...perfect for touring! :thumbsup:

Some fuel-bottle:Mudguard overlap issues?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 August, 2010, 02:08:59 pm
Quote from: Moose on 07 August, 2010, 08:00:33 pm
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs233.snc4/38966_419471428398_770548398_4648829_4958852_n.jpg)

My new wheels Pinarello FP3 :thumbsup:

Front forks look a bit slack
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 23 August, 2010, 02:13:22 pm
Moose,
Can you feel any benefit or difference from the unique design of front forks and rear stays?

It looks really smart too.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 23 August, 2010, 02:19:29 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 22 August, 2010, 09:50:41 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 15 August, 2010, 08:01:58 pm
My Brommie

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020079.jpg)


That's a very nice Brompton.

Which saddlebag do you have attached?  Does it fit under the Brompton cover?

Excellent photography, too, btw!

Its a Carradice zipped roll

Carradice of Nelson - Zipped Roll (http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=59)

Which is perfectly proportioned for the job. I dont use the Brompton cover, but this fits nicely on the seat and is strapped to the seatpost, and doesnt really affect the post when its down, maybe adds half an inch or an inch.

The Brommie is an M3, with a brooks B17 and some different bars and lots of little improvements ( bigger rear sprocket, bottle mount, bag mount, grips,EAzy wheels, SPDs reflective skull sticker ;D) , which make a huge difference, out of the saddle it feels like a BMX bike :thumbsup:

Its off to Holland with me next week so watch out for more pictures :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: seriouslysaddlesore on 23 August, 2010, 03:22:49 pm
Quote from: LEE on 23 August, 2010, 02:08:34 pm
Quote from: saddlesorejoe on 22 August, 2010, 09:44:57 am
They're 800ml I believe, so a smidge bigger than your average big bottle...perfect for touring! :thumbsup:

Some fuel-bottle:Mudguard overlap issues?
Yes :-[
Well, no actual overlap as currently setup, but it requires the guards to be alot closer to the tyre than I'd like and even then lid of the bottle has to be at the right angle. Not ideal! But I like having the smelly fuel bottle out of my panniers...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 August, 2010, 08:40:01 pm
Quote from: Grub on 23 August, 2010, 02:13:22 pm
Moose,
Can you feel any benefit or difference from the unique design of front forks and rear stays?

It looks really smart too.  :thumbsup:

Not yet but I will think of one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 August, 2010, 08:42:29 pm
Quote from: LEE on 23 August, 2010, 02:08:59 pm
Quote from: Moose on 07 August, 2010, 08:00:33 pm
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs233.snc4/38966_419471428398_770548398_4648829_4958852_n.jpg)

My new wheels Pinarello FP3 :thumbsup:

Front forks look a bit slack

Quite a few spokes missing too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hummers on 23 August, 2010, 11:39:06 pm
Quote from: little miss mac on 20 December, 2009, 09:32:30 pm
I brought this home yesterday. Apparently the first Tempo in the 2010 livery to leave the shop, and I'm very very happy with the way it looks, particularly the tape and saddle which are almost an exact match for the Condor script. I was originally down for the 2009 bike in blue, but got their last frame which was terribly chipped. I'm so glad I opted to wait for a new frame.

Now I just need to find the balls (and practice time) to flip the wheel over to fixed.

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2621/4201421776_e2284cc7b7.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4038/4201421152_85e59b709f.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2595/4200666561_484039c79c.jpg)

It's that........

Condor moment.

H
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 24 August, 2010, 01:19:54 pm
From the sublime to the...

I think my cheapest bike ever - certainly in the last 10 years - and you know what...they're really all the SAME! I turn the pedals and it moves. Next to no difference in average speed. No noticeable difference in comfort. Lighter than many. Cost approx one-thirtieth of some I've owned - and only difference is to my vanity!

Very pleasant 30 miles S of Trent - even some hills! - on Sunday.

Expensive bikes are I am sure worthwhile for the fit and fast and far... sure ain't for ME. Oh the money I've wasted.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/LotusCB3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 24 August, 2010, 01:48:39 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 24 August, 2010, 01:19:54 pm
From the sublime to the...

I think my cheapest bike ever - certainly in the last 10 years - and you know what...they're really all the SAME! I turn the pedals and it moves. Next to no difference in average speed. No noticeable difference in comfort. Lighter than many. Cost approx one-thirtieth of some I've owned - and only difference is to my vanity!

Very pleasant 30 miles S of Trent - even some hills! - on Sunday.

Expensive bikes are I am sure worthwhile for the fit and fast and far... sure ain't for ME. Oh the money I've wasted.


Oddly enough I was thinking the exact same thing on Sunday, as I dragged my ass, and my daughter, around a 24mile route.  I was on the cheapest bike in my stable, which cost less than the trailerbike she was on (and even the trailerbike was secondhand, so not full price!), yet I still managed a reasonable time (considering the extra load I was moving) and still had loads of fun, in fact possibly more fun than I have ever had on my Ridley, which cost <works out the maths in his head> >20 times what the Scott did!!!!!

As BPOAB used as his mag's tagline, it doesn't matter what ride, as long as you ride (to which I would add "and enjoy it")
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 24 August, 2010, 07:14:40 pm
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs184.ash2/44699_696564168030_36921317_43646794_3865618_n.jpg)

Whilst MrsMekon took the kids back to her parents' place, I got this off of some friends of Spacebadger's. It had only been used a few times, and other than a few storage scratches, it's as new. I just fitted some race blades, but there's toe overlap issues if I use the new sticky-out SKS flaps on the front. With the flap removed, they are great. She's really chuffed, as is already hatching plans to do a 100 with me towing the kids in the trailer  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 25 August, 2010, 10:18:43 am
Quote from: tiermat on 24 August, 2010, 01:48:39 pm
Oddly enough I was thinking the exact same thing on Sunday, as I dragged my ass, ... around a 24mile route. 
You have a donkey?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 25 August, 2010, 02:45:29 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 25 August, 2010, 10:18:43 am
Quote from: tiermat on 24 August, 2010, 01:48:39 pm
Oddly enough I was thinking the exact same thing on Sunday, as I dragged my ass, ... around a 24mile route. 
You have a donkey?

Is he Tim Moore?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 August, 2010, 06:00:16 pm
If it rains tomorrow it is my fault.   ;D ;D

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1060118_edited-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 30 August, 2010, 10:02:30 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 24 August, 2010, 07:14:40 pm
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs184.ash2/44699_696564168030_36921317_43646794_3865618_n.jpg)

Whilst MrsMekon took the kids back to her parents' place, I got this off of some friends of Spacebadger's. It had only been used a few times, and other than a few storage scratches, it's as new. I just fitted some race blades, but there's toe overlap issues if I use the new sticky-out SKS flaps on the front. With the flap removed, they are great. She's really chuffed, as is already hatching plans to do a 100 with me towing the kids in the trailer  :thumbsup:

Funnily enough, that's the first I've seen of the bike. I'm glad Mrs. M. is pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 31 August, 2010, 07:47:11 am
Quote from: Grub on 30 August, 2010, 06:00:16 pm
If it rains tomorrow it is my fault.   ;D ;D


Happens to me too. I swear sometimes I could take my car to drought zones and earn a fortune.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 31 August, 2010, 08:15:23 pm
(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h158/torfness/CIMG0985.jpg)

Not as posh as Aiden's, but my Brompton S6L at the top of a hill.  The S-bag proved an effective air brake on the descent...   ::-)  I could probably have got an extra couple of mph by putting the raincover over it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 31 August, 2010, 10:16:42 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 31 August, 2010, 08:15:23 pm
The S-bag proved an effective air brake on the descent...

It's an even more effective air brake if you forget to buckle the top down so it flaps up during your descent...

Go on, ask me how I know.  ::-)

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 September, 2010, 02:50:44 am

I don't *think* I've posted this one yet. I'd been looking for a steel hybrid to convert to a trail/off-road drop-bar bike for a while, but none of the ones I found had enough tire clearance.

This bike only cost me $40, and I moved a bunch of parts over from the old Schwinn that had trouble fitting 700x38s. This one had lots of room for 700x38s, so of course I couldn't bear it, and had to try 700x45s.  ::-)   But they fit!

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4664312567_746e83019b_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 01 September, 2010, 10:59:19 am
Quote from: scott on 01 September, 2010, 02:50:44 am
I'd been looking for a steel hybrid to convert to a trail/off-road drop-bar bike for a while
...
This bike only cost me $40

Nice work! Looks like a fun ride (though personally I'd like the bars a touch lower). How come it was so cheap? Surely the tyres alone cost more than that?

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 September, 2010, 12:54:06 pm
I should have been more clear (which may become my new sig line)--the original bike cost $40, before I added the other stuff on...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 01 September, 2010, 01:29:37 pm
Okay - so we shouldn't ask what the final cost was?

I like the look of it, though the stem is perhaps a little erect...

i especially like the cranks/chainset. Not an old shimano DX one is it? I passed up the chance of one of those years ago, and have regretted on and off (about 19 times, I estimate) since.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 01 September, 2010, 01:37:23 pm
It is well known that the declared value of a bike depends on who's listening.  My recent renovation of my Saracen with a Nexus hub "only" cost £80 as far as Mrs M is concerned.

The other parcels that came through the door (rims, spokes, handlebars, shifters, mudguards...) were only peripheral to the excercise  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2010, 01:51:57 pm
Quote from: Sigurd Mudtracker on 01 September, 2010, 01:37:23 pm
It is well known that the declared value of a bike depends on who's listening.  My recent renovation of my Saracen with a Nexus hub "only" cost £80 as far as Mrs M is concerned.

The other parcels that came through the door (rims, spokes, handlebars, shifters, mudguards...) were only peripheral to the excercise  ;D

Exactly  ;D

The other trick is to say that the project was paid for out of money you've saved up.  Be vague about the amount you saved and the cost of the project   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 01 September, 2010, 02:31:04 pm
LOL, my brand new Snow Bike is going to cost me over three times what I actually paid for the original bicycle (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=22914.msg593704#msg593704).  The tyres alone cost as much as the donor bike.  The only other bits are a pair of cheap single sided SPDs, a rack, a rear light, and an Exposure front light mount.  Total cost about £240.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 01 September, 2010, 03:32:50 pm
Quote from: scott on 01 September, 2010, 12:54:06 pm
I should have been more clear (which may become my new sig line)--the original bike cost $40, before I added the other stuff on...

Still a pretty good bargain though.  :)

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 September, 2010, 04:21:15 pm
Nice bike, Scott. Nice to see you visiting us here again, too! Though I agree with Paul about the stem. Like the yellow bar tape, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 September, 2010, 05:53:11 pm
Quote from: Paul on 01 September, 2010, 01:29:37 pm
Okay - so we shouldn't ask what the final cost was?

The genteel cyclist knows better than to ask.

Quote
I like the look of it, though the stem is perhaps a little erect...

It is an odd-looking stem, but it actually works well for this bike--the higher bar position is better (for me, at least) for trail riding.

Quote
i especially like the cranks/chainset. Not an old shimano DX one is it?

It is an old Shimano set, but not a DX, I don't think. It also has a Vuelta bash ring on it.

Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 September, 2010, 04:21:15 pm
Nice back Scott.

That's very kind of you--I was thinking that it was getting a bit flabby.  ;)

Quote
Nice to see you visiting us here again, too!

Thanks--it's good to (virtually) see everybody again.

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Like the yellow bar tape, though.

That stuff sat in my parts box for years waiting for a bike to match.  :)  (I got it just before I retired my old green Schwinn.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 01 September, 2010, 05:56:59 pm
Still alive then? Good show!

I saw Avatar about a month ago, hence the yellow eyes/blue head. I've got my finger firmly on the pulse on what's 'new' out there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 September, 2010, 06:56:51 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 01 September, 2010, 05:56:59 pm
Still alive then? Good show!

Just barely retaining the stiff upper lip.

Quote
I saw Avatar about a month ago, hence the yellow eyes/blue head. I've got my finger firmly on the pulse on what's 'new' out there.

Phew--and I thought I had overdone it with the sherry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 September, 2010, 07:35:28 pm
That is a rugged beastie, scott.  Needs mudguards and a rack, mind ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 September, 2010, 09:53:32 pm
Quote from: scott on 01 September, 2010, 05:53:11 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 September, 2010, 04:21:15 pm
Nice back Scott.

That's very kind of you--I was thinking that it was getting a bit flabby.  ;)
Aargh! Original corrected for crimes against stupid typing.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 01 September, 2010, 10:59:29 pm
Quote from: Deano on 01 September, 2010, 07:35:28 pm
That is a rugged beastie, scott.  Needs mudguards and a rack, mind ;)

It'd probably feel more comfortable with the other bikes that way.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 04 September, 2010, 10:47:03 pm
(http://www.reb.co.uk/trek.JPG)

Now replaced by the Giant TCR Carbon, this was the bike I did Ironman UK on!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 04 September, 2010, 10:56:28 pm
Dusted off the paratrooper yesterday:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Monty-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 05 September, 2010, 08:07:47 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 04 September, 2010, 10:47:03 pm
(http://www.reb.co.uk/trek.JPG)

Now replaced by the Giant TCR Carbon, this was the bike I did Ironman UK on!

That's luuuurvely. Red tyres make you go faster.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 September, 2010, 08:57:17 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 04 September, 2010, 10:47:03 pm
(http://www.reb.co.uk/trek.JPG)

Now replaced by the Giant TCR Carbon, this was the bike I did Ironman UK on!

Have you put a pic of the TCR up yet?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 05 September, 2010, 11:24:36 am
Quote from: Clandy on 04 September, 2010, 10:56:28 pm
Dusted off the paratrooper yesterday:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Monty-1.jpg)
Interesting looking bike. How much does it weigh?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 September, 2010, 12:04:38 pm
With upgrades to wheels (with even more luminous rims) and replacements to the poorly shaped and badly wrapped original bars, the fixie is now even more violently yellow and black than before.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4090/4959871528_6d4dd64045.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/4959871528/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 05 September, 2010, 12:10:43 pm
That's,er...stunning :thumbsup:
Do you wear a yellow windproof or similar for that total "in-yer-eyeball-pal" look ;D

edit? why not yellow tyres also?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 September, 2010, 12:30:07 pm
Quote from: jogler on 05 September, 2010, 12:10:43 pm
That's,er...stunning :thumbsup:
Do you wear a yellow windproof or similar for that total "in-yer-eyeball-pal" look ;D

edit? why not yellow tyres also?

Some Michelin Krylions would look brilliant - just that subtle yellow outer line on each side.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 September, 2010, 12:35:38 pm
Quote from: jogler on 05 September, 2010, 12:10:43 pm
That's,er...stunning :thumbsup:
Do you wear a yellow windproof or similar for that total "in-yer-eyeball-pal" look ;D

*Cough* (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=34832.msg652640#msg652640)

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edit? why not yellow tyres also?

Cause the theme is yellow and black.  Need some contrast there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 05 September, 2010, 12:36:53 pm
Krylions are mainly black with that faint hint of yellow.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 September, 2010, 12:40:56 pm
I'll keep them in mind for next year :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 05 September, 2010, 12:42:20 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 05 September, 2010, 12:35:38 pm


Cause the theme is yellow and black.  Need some contrast there.

That's even more stunning :thumbsup:
That black cap is enough contrast ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 05 September, 2010, 03:28:49 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 05 September, 2010, 11:24:36 am
Quote from: Clandy on 04 September, 2010, 10:56:28 pm
Dusted off the paratrooper yesterday:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/Monty-1.jpg)
Interesting looking bike. How much does it weigh?

It's a heavy beast at about 29lbs. The bonus is that it folds small enough to keep behind my front door:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/MontagueFolded.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 05 September, 2010, 04:40:22 pm
Clandy, at first glance I thought that drink bottle looked like a sea gull sitting on your handlebars  ;D  :-[

Nice bike btw  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 05 September, 2010, 06:54:55 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 05 September, 2010, 04:40:22 pm
Clandy, at first glance I thought that drink bottle looked like a sea gull sitting on your handlebars  ;D  :-[
OK, who else read "sitting" as "shitting"?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 05 September, 2010, 10:10:29 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 05 September, 2010, 06:54:55 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 05 September, 2010, 04:40:22 pm
Clandy, at first glance I thought that drink bottle looked like a sea gull sitting on your handlebars  ;D  :-[
OK, who else read "sitting" as "shitting"?

You really need to cut down on surfing those niche websites if you keep having Freudian slips like that.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 06 September, 2010, 07:24:03 am
Quote from: Grub on 05 September, 2010, 12:30:07 pm
Quote from: jogler on 05 September, 2010, 12:10:43 pm
That's,er...stunning :thumbsup:
Do you wear a yellow windproof or similar for that total "in-yer-eyeball-pal" look ;D

edit? why not yellow tyres also?

Some Michelin Krylions would look brilliant - just that subtle yellow outer line on each side.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Looking at that machine, he clearly doesn't do 'subtle'....  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 07 September, 2010, 01:11:06 pm
Got the Dawes out of mothballs and into winter fettle today:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/P1010477.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/P1010475.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 September, 2010, 03:40:44 pm
Wonderful looking place. Has a slight surreality to it which almost makes me want to live by the sea.

Oh, the bike's nice too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 September, 2010, 03:58:51 pm
Which Dawes is that Clandy?  That's my sort of bike that is, not dissimilar from one of my own.  And where's the location?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 07 September, 2010, 05:35:55 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 September, 2010, 03:58:51 pm
Which Dawes is that Clandy?  That's my sort of bike that is, not dissimilar from one of my own.  And where's the location?

The bike is a Dawes Republic (http://www.bikes2udirect.com/B1166.html) which I've had for five years or so. It's a rigid ally framed urban mtb. Originally it had fat tyres and Crud Catcher mudguards. I added the rack, bar bag, Cane Creek Ergo bar ends, suspension seatpost, and full mudguards.

It has been a great bike, and is now my 'winter' bike. I also use it on my turbo trainer.

The location is the sea wall looking south-west across the Thames in Shoeburyness.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 September, 2010, 05:39:32 pm
Quote from: Clandy on 07 September, 2010, 05:35:55 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 September, 2010, 03:58:51 pm
Which Dawes is that Clandy?  That's my sort of bike that is, not dissimilar from one of my own.  And where's the location?

The bike is a Dawes Republic (http://www.bikes2udirect.com/B1166.html) which I've had for five years or so. It's a rigid ally framed urban mtb. Originally it had fat tyres and Crud Catcher mudguards. I added the rack, bar bag, Cane Creek Ergo bar ends, suspension seatpost, and full mudguards.

It has been a great bike, and is now my 'winter' bike. I also use it on my turbo trainer.

The location is the sea wall looking south-west across the Thames in Shoeburyness.

Most excellent.

Another Essex boy  :thumbsup:  I take it you are aware of the various Essex / East Anglian YACF activities?  You'd be most welcome to take part.  I also take it you are aware of the other YACF peeps that live in your part of our fair county?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 03:34:47 pm
My latest project, a winter bike for 2_Flat_Erics I have been secretly aquiring parts for over the last six months or so  ;)
When a big box arrived from Ribble on Friday though the secret was out  :D
Nearly finished now, but in my haste I ordered a band on front mech, but should have been a braze on  :hand:
Anyway I think he likes it, hopefully it will have the missing parts by next weekend when all going well it will be on the road  :D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4146/4979113005_336300f696.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 03:47:27 pm
Ah, another blue horizontal top tube Ribble winter bike.  I've got one as have a few others here.  Lovely frame and exceptional value for money.

PS - those forks look different to mine.  What are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 03:51:11 pm
Quote
PS - those forks look different to mine.  What are they?
ITM Visia. I already had the forks, so declined the Ribble offer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 03:58:09 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 03:51:11 pm
Quote
PS - those forks look different to mine.  What are they?
ITM Visia. I already had the forks, so declined the Ribble offer.

That would explain it.  Enjoy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 11 September, 2010, 04:20:59 pm
Ah, another fine steed (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg292954#msg292954), Domestique.  Good choice.  :thumbsup: 
Must take another pic of mine once I'm done fettling.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 05:04:18 pm
Very nice Andrij.
I have been thinking about putting a rack on as the bike I am putting together has a carbon seatpost and I am not sure if a Carradice SQR uplift can be used in that situation  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 11 September, 2010, 05:08:39 pm
Ta.  I'm considering removing the rack and going the Caradice route, but not the SQR (also have a cf seatpost).  Now that I've re-adjusted a few things on the bike I think I finally have enough room.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 05:14:04 pm
Why not have a rack AND a Carradice on a SQR?

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/MagicBagLite2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 05:15:42 pm
Posted before but here's my Ribble after it's second and current rebuild:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/NewSoO.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 05:24:43 pm
I am certain when I finally get fed up with my last mudguardless bike, my Steve Goff, I will replace it with a Ribble.
Oscars Dad, I am sure I saw that bike at the 'Tour of the Dengie Marshes' a couple of years ago  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 11 September, 2010, 05:26:19 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 05:14:04 pm
Why not have a rack AND a Carradice on a SQR?

Because I'm a short-ar5e and have an appropriately sized bike? 

We must do a Ribble Ride one of these days...
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 05:32:21 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 05:24:43 pm
I am certain when I finally get fed up with my last mudguardless bike, my Steve Goff, I will replace it with a Ribble.
Oscars Dad, I am sure I saw that bike at the 'Tour of the Dengie Marshes' a couple of years ago  :-\

I'm afraid you didn't though there are lots around, I've seen them in all manner of places.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 05:45:39 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 September, 2010, 05:32:21 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 11 September, 2010, 05:24:43 pm
I am certain when I finally get fed up with my last mudguardless bike, my Steve Goff, I will replace it with a Ribble.
Oscars Dad, I am sure I saw that bike at the 'Tour of the Dengie Marshes' a couple of years ago  :-\

I'm afraid you didn't though there are lots around, I've seen them in all manner of places.

Oh well, must be another very tall Ribble cyclist about in Essex then  :o  ;D
Btw I just checked the Ribble site, winter frames have just gone up from £86 to £110 with the discount. I guess winter is on the way  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 14 September, 2010, 09:01:03 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4105/4990517821_c848f399d0.jpg)

Now finished and first test ride by 2_Flat_Erics completed  :D

54cm Ribble Audax/Winter frameset
ITM Visia forks.
Brooks B17 standard.
PBK carbon seat post.
Sora 8 x 3 sti’s.
Tiagra front and rear mechs.
Stronglight Impact compact triple chainset 30/40/50.
CXP30’s laced onto Ultegra 8 speed hubs 12-25 cassette.
25mm Gatorskins
Ultegra brakeset.
SPD’s.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 September, 2010, 10:56:57 pm
^^^ Very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 15 September, 2010, 08:03:30 am
Nice. Do Ribble's have relatively short top-tubes, or just appear that way in photos?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 September, 2010, 08:26:47 am
My audax/tourer (guards and carrier removed)


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4104/4982301977_ea8a17ec95.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/4982301977/)
IMG_3091 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/4982301977/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 09:08:52 am
You've taken the two best bits off!   :o  Why?  Have you had a big bump on the head or something?  Gentlemen do not ride round on bicycles devoid of racks and mudguards.  

PS - and the yellow tyres?

Other than that it looks a most smashing bike   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 15 September, 2010, 09:26:53 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 09:08:52 am
PS - and the yellow tyres?

What's wrong with yellow?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 15 September, 2010, 11:13:30 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 15 September, 2010, 09:26:53 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 09:08:52 am
PS - and the yellow tyres?

What's wrong with yellow?

I followed a young lady along the City Road yesterday for a short while who made me think of you. Yellow bike, yellow tyres, yellow jacket... even the cord of her headphones was yellow. I did briefly consider asking for her number to pass on to you.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 September, 2010, 11:32:02 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 09:08:52 am
You've taken the two best bits off!   :o  Why?  Have you had a big bump on the head or something?  Gentlemen do not ride round on bicycles devoid of racks and mudguards.  

PS - and the yellow tyres?

Other than that it looks a most smashing bike   :thumbsup:

Why? - Ullapool Sportive on 25th Sept (I need all the help I can get)

Yellow Tyres? - 23C tyres off a different bike (all my other tyres are 25 or 28C) again extra 'zip' (or pose value?) for the sportive.

Have I had a big bump on my head? - probably

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 15 September, 2010, 12:04:19 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4103/4985859407_dcf2afe570_z.jpg)

After comments upthread on my setup, I've started to play. Two stems, various spacer moves and a new seatpost later, I am much happier. The catalyst was doing a 300, and they guy I rode with asking if I had back ache being all hunched up. That prompted me to look up my top-tube size - it's just 572mm, despite it being an XL. This compares the usual being around 580+ in equivalent sizes on comparable bikes. That the shortness of the steerer tube was making me use a 40deg 100mm stem to get the bars anywhere near the level of the seat only exacerbated the problem. Seeing some setups on here gave me inspiration - if I could get the seat back and put a longer but less steep stem on, I could get some room in the cockpit and reduce the the height difference between the bars and the saddle. Cue a Titec Hell Bent post, with 37mm of layback and a 135mm 17deg Thorn stem. Having ridden such a short bike for so long, it's taken a week or so to get used to being so stretched out and the relative stability of the steeriong (I am used to <50mm bmx/mtb stems). However, it's now made the straight parts of the bar feel useful, whereas before I felt like I was riding a dutch bike on them, and I can use the hoods, rather than perching my palms on the dimples on the top. It's also transformed the bike for standing climbs, as before I was worried about banging my knees.

Do I still want a Dave Yates Super Randonneur? Yes (in that milky brown or bright orange, please). However, I don't think I need one this year now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 15 September, 2010, 01:34:12 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 15 September, 2010, 08:03:30 am
Nice. Do Ribble's have relatively short top-tubes, or just appear that way in photos?

Afaik the top tubes on Ribbles are on the long side in comparison to other framesets :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 01:52:44 pm
Quote from: windy on 15 September, 2010, 11:32:02 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 September, 2010, 09:08:52 am
You've taken the two best bits off!   :o  Why?  Have you had a big bump on the head or something?  Gentlemen do not ride round on bicycles devoid of racks and mudguards.  

PS - and the yellow tyres?

Other than that it looks a most smashing bike   :thumbsup:

Why? - Ullapool Sportive on 25th Sept (I need all the help I can get)

Yellow Tyres? - 23C tyres off a different bike (all my other tyres are 25 or 28C) again extra 'zip' (or pose value?) for the sportive.

Have I had a big bump on my head? - probably



Sounds great - have fun!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 15 September, 2010, 05:28:24 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 15 September, 2010, 01:34:12 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 15 September, 2010, 08:03:30 am
Nice. Do Ribble's have relatively short top-tubes, or just appear that way in photos?

Afaik the top tubes on Ribbles are on the long side in comparison to other framesets :-\

They were one of the frames that I compared my Aravis to, and they are much longer - I think they are 600mm in the largest size, compared to 572mm on my XL.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: 2_Flat_Erics on 17 September, 2010, 05:52:49 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 14 September, 2010, 09:01:03 pm
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4105/4990517821_c848f399d0.jpg)

Now finished and first test ride by 2_Flat_Erics completed  :D

54cm Ribble Audax/Winter frameset
ITM Visia forks.
Brooks B17 standard.
PBK carbon seat post.
Sora 8 x 3 sti’s.
Tiagra front and rear mechs.
Stronglight Impact compact triple chainset 30/40/50.
CXP30’s laced onto Ultegra 8 speed hubs 12-25 cassette.
25mm Gatorskins
Ultegra brakeset.
SPD’s.



I dunno what half that stuff means but it rides gooooood  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pippa on 18 September, 2010, 05:20:49 pm
Having had Ti bikey for just over a year now it has morphed from this...

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3568/3775956136_ee0fa5618e.jpg)

....to NEKKID bike  :D
New wheels, seatpost, pedals and bars. Have lost the mudguards, rack and frame stickers.

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4075/5001617762_df18656fca_b.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 18 September, 2010, 06:34:47 pm
Like the odd red spokes. Is it the camera angle or is the drive side chainstay lower than the other one?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 18 September, 2010, 08:02:48 pm
I prefer the new guise. Very nice.  :thumbsup:

Red spokes make you faster, but what are the wheels? They don't look like Kysrium SLs as the red spokes stop short of the rim, yet the front hub looks the same.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pippa on 18 September, 2010, 08:30:21 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 18 September, 2010, 08:02:48 pm
I prefer the new guise. Very nice.  :thumbsup:

Red spokes make you faster, but what are the wheels? They don't look like Kysrium SLs as the red spokes stop short of the rim, yet the front hub looks the same.

Thanks  :D

The wheels are indeed Kysrium SLs but I think these are the new 2011 model where the design has been slightly updated...

Quote
Is it the camera angle or is the drive side chainstay lower than the other one?
The camera angle :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 18 September, 2010, 08:37:22 pm
Quote from: Pippa on 18 September, 2010, 08:30:21 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 18 September, 2010, 08:02:48 pm
I prefer the new guise. Very nice.  :thumbsup:

Red spokes make you faster, but what are the wheels? They don't look like Kysrium SLs as the red spokes stop short of the rim, yet the front hub looks the same.

Thanks  :D

The wheels are indeed Kysrium SLs but I think these are the new 2011 model where the design has been slightly updated...

Quote
Is it the camera angle or is the drive side chainstay lower than the other one?
The camera angle :)


They are indeed the 2011 model.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JenM on 18 September, 2010, 10:38:22 pm
Thorn XTC ready to go off to France.
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd396/jcm56/NarbonnetoSaintes2010003.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 September, 2010, 01:57:10 am
Mrs Torslanda, she of the horned helmet and heavy metal breastplate, has just asked me 'How much crap can you get on a bike?'  ;D

Nice! How does it ride with all that crap luggage?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JenM on 19 September, 2010, 09:22:49 am
Quote
How does it ride with all that luggage?

Really well - bike almost seems happier with luggage than without, definitely no shimmy on descents, and with some low gears I don't have to walk too often.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 19 September, 2010, 10:00:39 am
Lovely pic, JenM. Stripped down racing exotica is all very well, but that's that sort of picture that really inspires me.

My XTC frame (a bit older than yours, and shamefully abused over the last decade) is being resprayed at the moment. I really like it. It's supremely comfortable and just handles everything you throw at it without drama. I've done several camping trips with it loaded down with crap, and it just takes the weight in its stride. I agree that it seems to prefer a load, if anything.

It's nicely made, as well - Thorn got this one right, I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 19 September, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Continuing the theme, I've just packed for a few days in the Lakes:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/5003429743_2e190e6b32.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5003429743/)

Just waiting for the rain to stop and the roads to dry now.  Maybe I'll have another cuppa.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 September, 2010, 11:47:33 am
Did you pack your cake?  Actually, did you get your cake?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 19 September, 2010, 12:16:40 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 19 September, 2010, 01:57:10 am
Mrs Torslanda, she of the horned helmet and heavy metal breastplate, has just asked me 'How much crap can you get on a bike?'  ;D


For the benefit of Mrs. Torslande:SotHH&HMB: it should be considered that
Jen M has room for a barbag
Deano has room for low riders

so enough capacity for tons of crap.

Bon Voyage to you both
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 19 September, 2010, 12:32:44 pm
My Inbred in it's latest setup, somewhere above Penygarreg in the Elan Valley:
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4112/5003545023_0f9f593706_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/5003545023/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 19 September, 2010, 02:21:29 pm
That is a monster bike  ;D  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: 2_Flat_Erics on 19 September, 2010, 02:36:37 pm
Quote from: JenM on 19 September, 2010, 09:22:49 am
Quote
How does it ride with all that luggage?

Really well - bike almost seems happier with luggage than without, definitely no shimmy on descents, and with some low gears I don't have to walk too often.

I find exactly the same thing with the Ridgeback Panorama. Rides much better and smoother when loaded up.

(http://i52.tinypic.com/nyl1j.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 19 September, 2010, 03:28:36 pm
Quote from: 2_Flat_Erics on 19 September, 2010, 02:36:37 pm
Quote from: JenM on 19 September, 2010, 09:22:49 am
Quote
How does it ride with all that luggage?

Really well - bike almost seems happier with luggage than without, definitely no shimmy on descents, and with some low gears I don't have to walk too often.

I find exactly the same thing with the Ridgeback Panorama. Rides much better and smoother when loaded up.
(http://i52.tinypic.com/nyl1j.jpg)

My Dawes Sardar (not the current incarnation)was exactly the same.It was ideal for cycle camping.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 September, 2010, 04:57:19 pm
Quote from: Deano on 19 September, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Continuing the theme, I've just packed for a few days in the Lakes:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/5003429743_2e190e6b32.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5003429743/)

Just waiting for the rain to stop and the roads to dry now.  Maybe I'll have another cuppa.


Love it. What's the bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 19 September, 2010, 05:07:31 pm
Quote from: jogler on 19 September, 2010, 03:28:36 pm
Quote from: 2_Flat_Erics on 19 September, 2010, 02:36:37 pm
Quote from: JenM on 19 September, 2010, 09:22:49 am
Quote
How does it ride with all that luggage?

Really well - bike almost seems happier with luggage than without, definitely no shimmy on descents, and with some low gears I don't have to walk too often.

I find exactly the same thing with the Ridgeback Panorama. Rides much better and smoother when loaded up.

My Dawes Sardar (not the current incarnation)was exactly the same.It was ideal for cycle camping.

Exactly my experience too when riding my new Super Galaxy up and down the North Devon coast recently (definitely felt like more ups than downs...). I couldn't get over how different it was with some weight on it.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 20 September, 2010, 01:41:28 pm
Quote from: chris n on 19 September, 2010, 12:32:44 pm
My Inbred in it's latest setup, somewhere above Penygarreg in the Elan Valley:


I love the look of that, does it have odd sized wheels, what rear hub does it have?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 20 September, 2010, 02:00:18 pm
Thanks! Same rims (Mavic TN719) front and rear, but different tyres - a whopping 2.4" on the front, 2.1" on the back. The rear hub is a WTB Single Duty SS hub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 September, 2010, 12:25:06 am
Mine yesterday at a well known Somerset landmark, passed 2200 miles for this year at the same time,  I know a lot of you do many more miles but that is a lot for me in only my 4th year of getting really back into cycling.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/various2345012.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 21 September, 2010, 05:44:33 am
Each to their own. It is not a race  :thumbsup:
Well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 September, 2010, 08:41:38 am
I'm aiming for 2000 miles this year which will be the most I've done since getting back into cycling in 2004.  Like Grub says, it ain't a race and I've loved every single one of my miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 09:42:28 am
Good news, Gene :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 21 September, 2010, 11:45:13 am
Quote from: Deano on 19 September, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Continuing the theme, I've just packed for a few days in the Lakes:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/5003429743_2e190e6b32.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5003429743/)

Just waiting for the rain to stop and the roads to dry now.  Maybe I'll have another cuppa.


Is that a MTB converted to drops? I quite fancy giving that a go at some point as a future commuter - does anyone know if there's already a topic on this? I think there is but can't find the thread.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 September, 2010, 12:38:53 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 21 September, 2010, 11:45:13 am
Is that a MTB converted to drops? I quite fancy giving that a go at some point as a future commuter - does anyone know if there's already a topic on this? I think there is but can't find the thread.

I can't remember either but there's certainly a few 'RTB's on here.

Mine for example.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/08062008.jpg)

A mid-90s DynaTech

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/various054.jpg)

A project that grew from this experiment

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/img_1700_800.jpg)

Not that I need an excuse to show you pictures of my bikes. Oh no!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 12:50:42 pm
I believe we've had a couple of threads about roadifying MTBs before...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 21 September, 2010, 03:03:26 pm
They steer funny.

The top tube tends to be too long, I have an RTB in the works and I am using an old Giant Boulder because the top tube is shorter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 21 September, 2010, 03:28:06 pm
What does RTB stand for?

For the record, I am doing my own. I have a Dawes frame in Reynolds 631 that has quite a short top tube. I bought it off a former employee who said he had it made for him. It has Giro decals, which is a bit odd.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 03:46:35 pm
RTB is a Road All Terrain Bike.  I first came across the term in C+, in the days before they'd discovered road bikes & sportives etc. 

But the first hybrid bikes - the Orbit Frontier (not that one - the earlier one), and the Muddy Fox Cantremember - were essentially ATBs with drop bars.

When I went to the Bicycle Action ride at Box Hill in about 88?, the couriers were there, with their essential mountain bikes - trendy, but necessary for those city streets, d'ye see? (how times change! ;) ).  Several of them had unusual bars, including the Bramahs, and drop bars with extended straights forming grips each side.  One had straight bars with bolted in drop extensions, an idea which has been revived recently, but more successfully.  Having a tourer which loved roughstuff (my old Carlton at the time), I was quite interested in this convergence.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 21 September, 2010, 08:31:22 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 21 September, 2010, 12:38:53 pm


(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/img_1700_800.jpg)




Chains a bit ........................... rusty  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 September, 2010, 08:42:40 pm
Because I've now got a matching set of Jibbler (http://photos.jibble.org/Vehicles/Bikes/Claud%20Butler%20Odyssey%202009/Cycling%20to%20Devizes/P1020671%20Bottom%20of%20Caen%20Hill.html) homages (http://photos.jibble.org/Vehicles/Bikes/LEJOG%20Training%20with%20Simon/P1030175%20Bottom%20of%20Caen%20Hill.html):

Dawes Discovery 501, 20th September 2009:
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/YACFcamping09/IMG_1887.sized.jpg)

HPV Streetmachine GT, 19th September 2010:
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/YACFcamping2010/PICT0247.sized.jpg)

Bonus points for spotting the kit that is (and more importantly appears to be but isn't) featured in both photos :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 September, 2010, 09:06:44 pm
The bottle? My guess is that it is now filled with electrickery?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 21 September, 2010, 09:17:06 pm
Quote from: clarion on 21 September, 2010, 03:46:35 pm
RTB is a Road All Terrain Bike.  I first came across the term in C+, in the days before they'd discovered road bikes & sportives etc. 

I see. Thanks, clarion :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenerd on 22 September, 2010, 03:56:54 pm
Something a bit different for this forum :) :
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5009122326_99c4e24f21.jpg)

Frame was a "bargain" on eBay so I transferred all the bits from my geared hardtail, along with some blingy Hope stuff.  It's an East (Lancs.) meets West (Yorks.) bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 22 September, 2010, 04:08:43 pm
Quote from: bikenerd on 22 September, 2010, 03:56:54 pm
Something a bit different for this forum :) :
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/nrmassey/5009122326/)

Frame was a "bargain" on eBay so I transferred all the bits from my geared hardtail, along with some blingy Hope stuff.  It's an East (Lancs.) meets West (Yorks.) bike!


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5009122326_99c4e24f21.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/nrmassey/5009122326/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 September, 2010, 04:10:16 pm
Ooh! Shiny!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 22 September, 2010, 06:54:23 pm
Thanks for the pics torslanda,

Quote from: Zoidburg on 21 September, 2010, 03:03:26 pm
They steer funny.

The top tube tends to be too long, I have an RTB in the works and I am using an old Giant Boulder because the top tube is shorter.

That was my next thought - you'd probably need a smaller than normal frame/stem to compensate for a top tube that was intended for flat bars. Careful measuring and planning to get the right frame is probably the name of the game here?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 22 September, 2010, 08:18:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 19 September, 2010, 04:57:19 pm
Quote from: Deano on 19 September, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Continuing the theme, I've just packed for a few days in the Lakes:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/5003429743_2e190e6b32.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5003429743/)

Just waiting for the rain to stop and the roads to dry now.  Maybe I'll have another cuppa.


Love it. What's the bike?

Judging by the colour and the wishbone rear stay, I'd say orange P7 same as mine but with rigid forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2010, 09:02:28 pm
^^^  Thought as much.  I love hard tail MTBs converted to road / utility / touring.  I have one, the much loved Claud, there ain't much he can't do  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 September, 2010, 01:44:36 am
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 22 September, 2010, 06:54:23 pm
Thanks for the pics torslanda,

That was my next thought - you'd probably need a smaller than normal frame/stem to compensate for a top tube that was intended for flat bars. Careful measuring and planning to get the right frame is probably the name of the game here?

If you live anywhere near Manchester and are so inclined you are welcome to come over and have a go. I've got some different forks for it which may quicken the steering a tad. Generally a shorter stem means its easy to ride 'on the hoods' without feeling too stretched.

The DynaTech has neutral steering. It isn't twitchy but its not the Torrey Canyon either. Just feels like a bike to me . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 23 September, 2010, 01:44:48 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 September, 2010, 12:25:06 am
Mine yesterday at a well known Somerset landmark, passed 2200 miles for this year at the same time,  I know a lot of you do many more miles but that is a lot for me in only my 4th year of getting really back into cycling.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/various2345012.jpg)

I hope you pushed your bike up the Tor!

... as done on the last couple of Solstice WARTYs, although we didn't get all the way up, and this year I managed to avoid loosing my brake blocks. :-[ ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 September, 2010, 04:42:14 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 22 September, 2010, 08:18:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 19 September, 2010, 04:57:19 pm
Quote from: Deano on 19 September, 2010, 11:10:38 am
Continuing the theme, I've just packed for a few days in the Lakes:
Just waiting for the rain to stop and the roads to dry now.  Maybe I'll have another cuppa.


Love it. What's the bike?

Judging by the colour and the wishbone rear stay, I'd say orange P7 same as mine but with rigid forks.

Close enough.  An Orange Oakley Clockwork, repurposed.  It does draw admiring glances wherever it goes.  Well, I choose to interpret the astonished double-takes as "admiring" ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 September, 2010, 05:23:54 pm
What are the electrical gubbins on the fork for? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 23 September, 2010, 05:39:26 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 23 September, 2010, 05:23:54 pm
What are the electrical gubbins on the fork for? 

An early prototype of the motor-assist that Cancellara rejected?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chrisbpr on 24 September, 2010, 01:48:26 am
[img height=480 width=640]http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/lh/photo/UZU8XM3VEKKgpXCk9zrvuQ?feat=directlink[/img]

My Specialized Hardrock...good all rounder which i am doing the oxford to cambridge BHF ride next weekend...gulp !!!!!


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chrisbpr on 24 September, 2010, 01:50:53 am
Quote from: chrisbpr on 24 September, 2010, 01:48:26 am
[img height=480 width=640]http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/lh/photo/UZU8XM3VEKKgpXCk9zrvuQ?feat=directlink[/img]

My Specialized Hardrock...good all rounder which i am doing the oxford to cambridge BHF ride next weekend...gulp !!!!!



Sorry all..having a mare getting the pic up on here...how the hell do i do it ??????
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 24 September, 2010, 03:16:05 am
Upload it to somewhere free (like photobucket) then copy the link under the picture there with its IMG in brackets tag at each end onto here.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 24 September, 2010, 03:17:12 am
If I right click on your pic and 'open in new tab' I can actually see your bike :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr_brooks on 24 September, 2010, 07:30:01 am
Quote from: bikenerd on 22 September, 2010, 03:56:54 pm
Something a bit different for this forum :) :
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5009122326_99c4e24f21.jpg)

Frame was a "bargain" on eBay so I transferred all the bits from my geared hardtail, along with some blingy Hope stuff.  It's an East (Lancs.) meets West (Yorks.) bike!

Liking the shiny Hope goodness on this, very much  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 24 September, 2010, 08:25:10 am
Quote from: chrisbpr on 24 September, 2010, 01:50:53 am
Quote from: chrisbpr on 24 September, 2010, 01:48:26 am
[img height=480 width=640]http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/lh/photo/UZU8XM3VEKKgpXCk9zrvuQ?feat=directlink[/img]

My Specialized Hardrock...good all rounder which i am doing the oxford to cambridge BHF ride next weekend...gulp !!!!!



Sorry all..having a mare getting the pic up on here...how the hell do i do it ??????

Here you go:
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_KAETz5haCR4/TJv0PzrKI5I/AAAAAAAAD08/0pDDA_4vCTI/s912/IMAG0017.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 24 September, 2010, 10:02:43 am
Now that's the proper use for a helmet: providing a bum-rest.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 September, 2010, 10:10:21 am
chrisbpr, in my humble opinion, for what it's worth, the hardtail MTB is the ultimate all-rounder bike.  I have one and if I could only have one bike  :o that's the one I'd keep. 

Those Topeak seat post racks and slide on Topeak bags are good aren't they?  I have used exactly the same set up to good effect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
Just put together my new bike.

(http://haigh.org/roubaix.jpg)

2010 S-Works Roubaix frame, full SRAM red groupset, ultegra/open pro wheels, and, of course, a Brooks Swift saddle (partly because the weight of it will stop the bike blowing away!).

Lots of tweaking is still needed to get everything in the right place, hopefully the weather will be good enough tomorrow for a proper ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 24 September, 2010, 06:42:02 pm
^^ :P slopy coolness ^^
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 24 September, 2010, 06:45:37 pm
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
Lots of tweaking is still needed to get everything in the right place, hopefully the weather will be good enough tomorrow for a proper ride.

Saddle setback, and bar height for a start  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 24 September, 2010, 07:04:32 pm
Quote from: Flatus on 24 September, 2010, 06:45:37 pm
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
Lots of tweaking is still needed to get everything in the right place, hopefully the weather will be good enough tomorrow for a proper ride.

Saddle setback, and bar height for a start  ;)

Cable outer lengths too :)

Very nice, though.  It does need an SLR XP saddle, having said that...  
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 09:30:49 pm
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
(http://haigh.org/roubaix.jpg)

I'm sorry to say it, and this is only my personal aesthetic sensibility, but on a scale of zero to wrong, that's way up at the wrong end.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 24 September, 2010, 09:32:15 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 09:30:49 pm
I'm sorry to say it, and this is only my personal aesthetic sensibility, but on a scale of zero to wrong, that's way up at the wrong end.

Why? I thought it was rather fetching...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 24 September, 2010, 09:33:49 pm
I like it,  but it needs much sexier wheels.  And Flatus is dead right about the seat and bar positions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 September, 2010, 10:22:56 pm
Black tyres now.

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c234/Zoiders/Fixie2010-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 24 September, 2010, 10:29:13 pm
I'm a geezer, an' I'll nick yer front wheel. I will. No. I really will.  (http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/42703000/jpg/_42703831_fastshowgeezer270.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 September, 2010, 10:45:38 pm
I was in the coffee shop 6 feet away.

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 24 September, 2010, 10:54:08 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 24 September, 2010, 09:33:49 pm
I like it,  but it needs much sexier wheels.  And Flatus is dead right about the seat and bar positions.

I agree on the saddle, but the bars look OK to me :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 11:02:42 pm
Knew I should have finished fettling first, but I did say that things were in the wrong place :) After spending ages carefully setting up the drivetrain (never had built up an SRAM roadbike before) I rushed the ancillaries to get the light to send off a pic to a mate who'd helped picking up a few parts.

Yes, the saddle was a good inch and a half too low, and too far forwards. The bar height roughly matches my Audax bike as a starting point. It's easier to move the bars down later or chop off a bit more steerer than to move them up! The bars were angled a bit far skywards.

The one thing I'm not sure about is the white bar tape. The (heavily discounted) groupset came with white hoods, so after initially thinking I'd just get black replacements (about a tenner for the genuine ones) I thought I'd try white bar tape too, to match the white decals and seat post. It looks better in real life than in the photo, but I may well move to black when they get too grubby as I'm not convinced it's right.

As for the wheels, I did spend some time thinking about them - but "sexier" looking wheels wouldn't be as comfortable or as robust. I'm intending doing some serious miles on this bike and I'm not of racing snake build so I'd be constantly worried going for anything with fewer spokes or lighter weight. That's also one of the reasons why I didn't go for an off-the-shelf Roubaix - I'd have wanted to immediately replace the wheels and saddle, which pushed the cost to close to this build.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 11:48:06 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 24 September, 2010, 09:32:15 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 09:30:49 pm
I'm sorry to say it, and this is only my personal aesthetic sensibility, but on a scale of zero to wrong, that's way up at the wrong end.

Why? I thought it was rather fetching...

Like I said, this is just personal taste, but:

1) Brooks saddle on a carbon frame?  :hand: You Brooks people like 1940s technology on your bums but prefer 21st Century technology under your hands. Why?
2) Saddle is slammed all the way forwards, which suggests the frame is the wrong size.
3) Bars are almost level with the saddle, which suggests the frame is the wrong size.
4) Bars are pointed up, which again, suggests the frame is the wrong size.
5) Horrible "girls's bike" frame with sloping top tube and "sportive" long headtube, made even worse by gimmicky elastomer inserts in the stays and forks.

MattH, I wish you many happy miles on your steed, but it just doesn't float my boat. In your defence, I notice you don't have 3cm of spacers above the stem and big eff-off saddlebag.

BTW, I posted a link to an ebay auction yesterday to what I consider a very classy-looking machine and I had plenty of people replying with  :sick: or "fugly", so I can take it as well as give it. I hate to sound negative - I love all bicycles, but some are good-looking, others look, well, functional!

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 25 September, 2010, 01:23:48 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 11:48:06 pm

Like I said, this is just personal taste, but:

1) Brooks saddle on a carbon frame?  :hand: You Brooks people like 1940s technology on your bums but prefer 21st Century technology under your hands. Why?

Because it works  :) Seriously, if I can get off a bike having ridden 1000km in the last three days and have no backside issues, then I don't care how old the technology that achieved that is.

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2) Saddle is slammed all the way forwards, which suggests the frame is the wrong size.
3) Bars are almost level with the saddle, which suggests the frame is the wrong size.
4) Bars are pointed up, which again, suggests the frame is the wrong size.

The saddle and pointed-up bars were wrong, the fit hadn't been tweaked (and as I'd assembled it at an angle on a stand, the bars actually looked right when I bolted them on). I've tried this frame size and the next one up in stock bikes; the next one was definitely too big.

For bar height, that was due to back problems. Earlier this summer I realised that I don't have the problem any more (a core strength increase, I guess), but I've only just started to gradually lower them to gain a more aero position now that my main goals for the audax season are done - I didn't want to risk a DNF due to making too radical a difference. I rode LEL and Mille Cymru with the bars higher than my saddle on my Audax MK3!

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5) Horrible "girls's bike" frame with sloping top tube and "sportive" long headtube, made even worse by gimmicky elastomer inserts in the stays and forks.

I don't dispute that the elastomer is ugly. Gimmicky? Well, the Roubaix is one of the smoothest riding carbon frames. Perhaps it's the inserts, perhaps something else. Whatever the reason, it works. If  I wanted a harsh sunday racer, I'd have gone for a Tarmac (or, more likely, one of any number of carbon race bikes). But that's not what this bike is for - I'm aiming for a fast long distance machine that I can sit on for days on end (but hopefully not as many days as it takes me on my Audax MK3!).

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MattH, I wish you many happy miles on your steed, but it just doesn't float my boat.

I can understand that. I don't think anyone would claim the Roubaix is particularly pretty. I came very close to building a Cervelo RS instead, which is much prettier, but in the end the ride wasn't as good and as all I'll see is the top tube when sitting on it, I don't care  :) I did also consider a new Ti, 853 or 953 build, but ultimately that would have ended up with a bike too similar to my existing audax bike, just a bit lighter.

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In your defence, I notice you don't have 3cm of spacers above the stem and big eff-off saddlebag.

It's only missing the bag because I've not got around to fitting it! I'm sure you'll love the way that it balances out the bike once I've got one on it. Carradice and carbon - a marriage made in heaven.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 02:07:37 am
There's no pleasing some people. Bollox to the style police, mate.

'You 'ave it 'ow yer wannit, innit'

There's no right or wrong with a bike, part of the joy of owning one (or a dozen) is that it doesn't matter who made it, its the individual that owns it who puts his character into it.

Clumsy wording but it's 2am and i'm bladdered . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 25 September, 2010, 04:01:19 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 09:30:49 pm
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
(http://haigh.org/roubaix.jpg)

I'm sorry to say it, and this is only my personal aesthetic sensibility, but on a scale of zero to wrong, that's way up at the wrong end.

That's strange, because my initial impression was "Wow!"
That's the most perfect roadbike I've ever seen. I love the smooth lines. If I was slim and loaded, I'd order one of those today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 25 September, 2010, 05:45:14 am
The taller head tube and bars does not suprise me for a sportive bike, the saddle height and position dont seem that odd IMHO.

It might look a bit funny but compact frames work within a larger size bracket so it's not unusual to see one person running less post than others will, not everyone runs a compact with the post at the very limit of extension.

If there was a less post showing I would say it's the wrong size but I don't think the bike we are seeing is the wrong size.

I see some people post pics of compact and even non compact frames that are very obviously too big but it's not the case with this one.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 25 September, 2010, 07:34:55 am
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
Just put together my new bike.

2010 S-Works Roubaix frame, full SRAM red groupset, ultegra/open pro wheels, and, of course, a Brooks Swift saddle (partly because the weight of it will stop the bike blowing away!).

Lots of tweaking is still needed to get everything in the right place, hopefully the weather will be good enough tomorrow for a proper ride.

Looks good MattH  :)
That is brilliant feeling when you put a bike together and take it on the road for the first time  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 25 September, 2010, 08:29:04 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 11:48:06 pm


Like I said, this is just personal taste, but:

1) Brooks saddle on a carbon frame?  :hand: You Brooks people like 1940s technology on your bums but prefer 21st Century technology under your hands. Why?


The best of both worlds.Comfort & convenience.The Brooks black Swallow on my full carbon Trek with 24 spoke wheels looks  like a fine "old & new" mix  to me .
The black B17-narrow looks equaly good on a Langster with sloping top tube.
The  honey B17 standard on the front of the Dawes tandem looks nicely traditional.
Brooks: the Marmite of saddles.Either love 'em or hate 'em.It does help if you have a Brooks-compatible bum-bone ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 25 September, 2010, 02:07:14 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 02:07:37 am
There's no pleasing some people. Bollox to the style police, mate.

Quite :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 07:20:46 pm
Earlier today. At the top of a little hill:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/b4c407df.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 September, 2010, 07:29:22 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 07:20:46 pm
Earlier today. At the top of a little hill:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/b4c407df.jpg)

Cwl!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 25 September, 2010, 07:42:31 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 07:20:46 pm
Earlier today. At the top of a little hill:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/b4c407df.jpg)

You are literally just up the road from my son's home
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 08:59:38 pm
Auntie C . . .

Why have you stuck my name on your bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 09:31:39 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 08:59:38 pm
Auntie C . . .

Why have you stuck my name on your bike?

Because I'm stalking you.

(Currently posting via mobile interwebs from under your bed...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 25 September, 2010, 10:27:07 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 11:48:06 pm
1) Brooks saddle on a carbon frame?  :hand: You Brooks people like 1940s technology on your bums but prefer 21st Century technology under your hands. Why?

Don't knock it until you've tried it!

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 September, 2010, 10:01:57 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 09:31:39 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 25 September, 2010, 08:59:38 pm
Auntie C . . .

Why have you stuck my name on your bike?

Because I'm stalking you.  :o

(Currently posting via mobile interwebs from under your bed...)

I hope we didn't disturb you last night (for once Mrs Torslanda was not wearing either the horned helmet or the heavy metal breastplate)  ;)

I'll leave the rest to your imagination.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 26 September, 2010, 10:41:45 am
Quote from: torslanda on 26 September, 2010, 10:01:57 am

I'll leave the rest to your imagination.  ;D

You know full well that it's foolish to do that,with this lot ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 26 September, 2010, 11:07:52 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 07:20:46 pm
Earlier today. At the top of a little hill:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/b4c407df.jpg)

I bet that was a mid-blowing ride down t'other side.  Care to mention the speeds involved?

I've never managed to get to the YHA in time to ride down in daylight and never ridden North to South over there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 26 September, 2010, 11:18:20 am
Quote from: LEE on 26 September, 2010, 11:07:52 am


I've never managed to get to the YHA in time to ride down in daylight and never ridden North to South over there.

That's a good reason to organise yourself a "North/South Daylight in Pen-y-Pass" ride. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 26 September, 2010, 01:29:55 pm
Quote from: MattH on 24 September, 2010, 06:30:18 pm
Just put together my new bike.

(http://haigh.org/roubaix.jpg)

2010 S-Works Roubaix frame, full SRAM red groupset, ultegra/open pro wheels, and, of course, a Brooks Swift saddle (partly because the weight of it will stop the bike blowing away!).

Lots of tweaking is still needed to get everything in the right place, hopefully the weather will be good enough tomorrow for a proper ride.

Nice & will look even better with a carradice & bagman on the back.  As you say carradice & carbon is a match made in heaven  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 26 September, 2010, 08:35:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 23 September, 2010, 05:23:54 pm
What are the electrical gubbins on the fork for? 

It's a USB charger runniing from the dynohub.  It seems to have worked pretty well - I might orrganise myself enough to write a proper review soon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 26 September, 2010, 08:58:09 pm
Quote from: LEE on 26 September, 2010, 11:07:52 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 25 September, 2010, 07:20:46 pm
Earlier today. At the top of a little hill:

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/vicechair/b4c407df.jpg)

I bet that was a mid-blowing ride down t'other side.  Care to mention the speeds involved?

I can do better than that. I was wearing a head-cam. When I get home and sort out the editing, there will be video...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 September, 2010, 04:26:08 am
Quote from: Deano on 26 September, 2010, 08:35:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 23 September, 2010, 05:23:54 pm
What are the electrical gubbins on the fork for? 

It's a USB charger runniing from the dynohub.  It seems to have worked pretty well - I might orrganise myself enough to write a proper review soon.

Excellent.  Give me a nudge when you post the review, I wouldn't want to miss it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 September, 2010, 01:42:01 pm
Quote from: LEE on 26 September, 2010, 11:07:52 am
I bet that was a mid-blowing ride down t'other side.  Care to mention the speeds involved?

I reached a maximum speed of 42mph on that one, so not especially fast, but awesomely fun.

The vertical speed readout on the Garmin was more impressive.  When I could read it.  Which wasn't very often at the rate my eyes were watering.  The video (http://bicycleslut.wordpress.com/2010/09/28/snowdons-pen-y-pass-on-a-low-racer-recumbent/) says the rest.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 September, 2010, 03:36:41 pm
Charlotte, what sort helmet cam did you use?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 28 September, 2010, 07:57:46 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 September, 2010, 11:48:06 pm

3) Bars are almost level with the saddle, which suggests the frame is the wrong size.


Some people cant cope with bars much lower than the saddle. Mine are level with the saddle and my neck still hurts after a long ride. I don't have a very mobile neck and I guess others might be the same.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 28 September, 2010, 08:06:26 pm
One of my bikes has the bars above saddle height.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 28 September, 2010, 08:38:06 pm
Quote from: jogler on 28 September, 2010, 08:06:26 pm
One of my bikes has the bars above saddle height.

Both of mine usually do, but the Dahon D7 sometimes has the bars lower - I find it better that way when climbing really steep hills.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 29 September, 2010, 08:06:41 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 September, 2010, 03:36:41 pm
Charlotte, what sort helmet cam did you use?

GoPro Helmet Hero Wide.  Straps on yer noggin like a Petzl head torch so you don't need to wear a bonce potty.

They now do an HD one as well, if you're interested  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Regulator on 29 September, 2010, 08:29:03 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 29 September, 2010, 08:06:41 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 September, 2010, 03:36:41 pm
Charlotte, what sort helmet cam did you use?

GoPro Helmet Hero Wide.  Straps on yer noggin like a Petzl head torch so you don't need to wear a bonce potty.

They now do an HD one as well, if you're interested  :)

Great phrase!  :thumbsup: ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 01 October, 2010, 07:04:45 pm
Out for a night ride:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/MoultonNight.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 03 October, 2010, 08:11:10 pm
Brand new shiney Specialized Roubaix Comp with triple, Ti seat post, B17 with a carrier bag stuffed into it
Still has the factory ( Mavic Akisums ) wheels

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5047292749_8d7eafce8e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/)pondsideview1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/) by vorsprung2009 (http://www.flickr.com/people/36911087@N05/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 03 October, 2010, 08:17:59 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 03 October, 2010, 08:11:10 pm
Brand new shiney Specialized Roubaix Comp with triple, Ti seat post, B17 with a carrier bag stuffed into it
Still has the factory ( Mavic Akisums ) wheels

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5047292749_8d7eafce8e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/)pondsideview1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/) by vorsprung2009 (http://www.flickr.com/people/36911087@N05/), on Flickr



Wow nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 03 October, 2010, 08:39:40 pm
That yellow safety sticker is an eye sore. Hopefully you can peal that off.
Shame they put one of those ugly plastic things in the rear wheel.
Looks cool with the Cruds on though.  Are they the 2nd version?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 03 October, 2010, 09:58:56 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 03 October, 2010, 08:11:10 pm
Brand new shiney Specialized Roubaix Comp with triple, Ti seat post, B17 with a carrier bag stuffed into it
Still has the factory ( Mavic Akisums ) wheels

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5047292749_8d7eafce8e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/)pondsideview1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/) by vorsprung2009 (http://www.flickr.com/people/36911087@N05/), on Flickr



Nice!  Looks good with the triple and the Brooks and guards. Ripe for an autumn audax.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 03 October, 2010, 11:45:42 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 03 October, 2010, 08:11:10 pm
Brand new shiney Specialized Roubaix Comp with triple, Ti seat post, B17 with a carrier bag stuffed into it
Still has the factory ( Mavic Akisums ) wheels

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5047292749_8d7eafce8e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/)pondsideview1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/) by vorsprung2009 (http://www.flickr.com/people/36911087@N05/), on Flickr



Nice - those Roadracer guards look real good on that
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 03 October, 2010, 11:54:20 pm
Very nice. Yes to the roadracer guards too.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 04 October, 2010, 04:31:26 pm
My general getting around bike:

(http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/7353/bikent.jpg)

1982 rear mech:
(http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/5251/43087573.jpg)

(http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/8758/seatlug.jpg)

42 ring:
(http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/2561/42ring.jpg)

45 year old Campag hub:
(http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/8325/fhub.jpg)

Single gear lever:
(http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/7185/glever2.jpg)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 04 October, 2010, 04:43:23 pm
Quote from: Ham on 03 October, 2010, 11:45:42 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 03 October, 2010, 08:11:10 pm
Brand new shiney Specialized Roubaix Comp with triple, Ti seat post, B17 with a carrier bag stuffed into it
Still has the factory ( Mavic Akisums ) wheels

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/5047292749_8d7eafce8e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/)pondsideview1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36911087@N05/5047292749/) by vorsprung2009 (http://www.flickr.com/people/36911087@N05/), on Flickr



Nice - those Roadracer guards look real good on that

I think that's the best looking bike that I've seen on here and the guards actually improve the looks.
Nice one  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 October, 2010, 07:29:44 pm
Quote from: hubner on 04 October, 2010, 04:31:26 pm
My general getting around bike....
(http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/8325/fhub.jpg)

Blimey!

I used to have wheel carriers like that  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 October, 2010, 10:48:55 pm
The wheel carriers look, to the eye of one who's never used them, as if they should be the other way up, with the opening facing up to avoid the possibility of the wheels being jolted out on a bump.

But the whole thing looks good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 04 October, 2010, 10:50:40 pm
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 11 July, 2010, 09:38:09 pm
All I can say with regard to that piece of brompton is...

OMG!

Here's my MTB .. finally shod it's sno tyres.

(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/_DSC0048_edited-1.jpg)

Finally with knobblies on:
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p96/edd_o_brain/Cycle/_DSC0001-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 04 October, 2010, 10:54:26 pm
ed, tell me  your bike isn't being held together by silver duct tape!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 04 October, 2010, 11:00:16 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 04 October, 2010, 10:48:55 pm
The wheel carriers look, to the eye of one who's never used them, as if they should be the other way up, with the opening facing up to avoid the possibility of the wheels being jolted out on a bump.

But the whole thing looks good.


I was just looking at the pic and that's what I thought; that they were upside down. But in practice it doesn't matter as the wheels have to be clamped to the carriers, and tied to the handlebars with toe straps.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 October, 2010, 11:12:39 pm
hubner, where did you get your bike stand?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 October, 2010, 05:51:03 pm
Quote from: Feline on 04 October, 2010, 10:54:26 pm
ed, tell me  your bike isn't being held together by silver duct tape!  :o

Haven't you seen 'MythBusters'?

The whole goddamm bike is duct tape

<AdamSavage>

'There's your problem!!!'

</AdamSavage>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 03:22:48 pm
Its a steel  Peugeot (online auction site bargain)  :thumbsup:  Bit of a winter bitza cobbled together in the traditional way, essentially 105 8speed with Tiagra mechs & hubs, a Campag Mirage chainset & BB & my fave SPD pedals - Look S2R's. The 12cm 3TTT Stem & bars are heavily discounted NOS parts from On One. 

This bike replaces an alloy/carbon compact geometry 6 yr old Dawes which I have been  planning to out for sometime now.  Bike looks and rides superbly. Close clearances so Crud RR2's have been fitted, think they are really  designed for compact geometry as the rear guard looked all wrong on this bike so I had to lengthen the front facing and shorten the rear facing parts of the rear mudguard to sort/make it look right!  Easy enough to do though and used one of the spare bits of guard supplied. 

(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug1.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug2.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug3.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 06 October, 2010, 03:34:18 pm
Pneumant, that's a rather lovely winter bitsa....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 06 October, 2010, 03:34:49 pm
Now that is nice, very well put together, if I may say so.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 06 October, 2010, 03:41:09 pm
Quote from: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 03:22:48 pm
Its a steel  Peugeot
And it is quite loverly...however...this photo....
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug2.jpg)

...reveals that it is a fake! 
Think about it!
"Made in France"
should be
"Fabriqué en France"

The best thing for you to do to avoid further embarassment is to drop it round my place.  I'll look after it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 06 October, 2010, 05:28:11 pm
Quote from: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 03:22:48 pm
Its a steel  Peugeot (online auction site bargain)  :thumbsup:  Bit of a winter bitza cobbled together in the traditional way, essentially 105 8speed with Tiagra mechs & hubs, a Campag Mirage chainset & BB & my fave SPD pedals - Look S2R's. The 12cm 3TTT Stem & bars are heavily discounted NOS parts from On One. 


Looks really great.

Hmmm, inspiration ....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 06 October, 2010, 05:31:59 pm
Very nice, Pneumant, I really like that  :)

I was wondering how Cruds might look on a traditional steel bike: very decent indeed. Strange how the adjustment was needed: you'd think that the guard was just an arc that could be moved around anywhere around the wheel but the stay must put it off somehow. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 October, 2010, 06:53:31 pm
C'est beaux!

But I'm confused about one thing; you have an 8-speed block, which suggests something modern or it wouldn't fit, yet I thought Peugeot gave up on lugged frames some time in the '80s.

So, did you reset (or whatever the term is) the rear triangle, or iz i rong and Peugeot carried on making lugged frames much longer than I thought?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 06 October, 2010, 07:22:08 pm
126mm to 130mm is nowt, thats 2mm each side taking into account that not many lugged frames are accurate beyond a mm anyway and paint finish builds up.

People will fortell doom and gloom about frame failure and the need for ever so carefull cold setting micron by micron over a period of ten years so your frame does not burst into flames or some such nonsense but it's a load of complete bowlocks.

A new 130mm wheel will spring in just fine, a 531 frame gets more flex just being ridden.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 08:43:49 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 06 October, 2010, 06:53:31 pm
C'est beaux!

But I'm confused about one thing; you have an 8-speed block, which suggests something modern or it wouldn't fit, yet I thought Peugeot gave up on lugged frames some time in the '80s.

So, did you reset (or whatever the term is) the rear triangle, or iz i rong and Peugeot carried on making lugged frames much longer than I thought?



Looking back through some old cycle mags it seems as if Peugeot were producing bikes under the 'Proffesionel' moniker up to 1994. RX100 is from the early 90's, guess they probably did not sell many of these!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 08:47:47 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 06 October, 2010, 05:31:59 pm
Very nice, Pneumant, I really like that  :)

I was wondering how Cruds might look on a traditional steel bike: very decent indeed. Strange how the adjustment was needed: you'd think that the guard was just an arc that could be moved around anywhere around the wheel but the stay must put it off somehow. 

Thats what I thought too. And yes they look much better than I envisaged. They come in a box and TBH look like a partially assembled airfix kit and just as flimsy. Once assembled they are rigid enough and they are very nicely designed too.

 I originally jammed in trad guards with P clips but it was to tight and noisy and after a faceplant earlier this year on the MTB I was wary of another potential A&E visit!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 07 October, 2010, 12:30:01 pm
Pneumant, that is flippin' gorgeous.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 07 October, 2010, 12:53:18 pm
Love the Shorter!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 07 October, 2010, 03:05:22 pm
Nice Peugeot! My first decent bike was a 531 Peugeot from c.1990, it never looked as nice as that though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 07 October, 2010, 04:45:16 pm
Superb looking bike, Pneumant. Job well Done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 October, 2010, 04:51:11 pm
Quote from: Pneumant on 06 October, 2010, 03:22:48 pm
Its a steel  Peugeot (online auction site bargain)  :thumbsup:  Bit of a winter bitza cobbled together in the traditional way, essentially 105 8speed with Tiagra mechs & hubs, a Campag Mirage chainset & BB & my fave SPD pedals - Look S2R's. The 12cm 3TTT Stem & bars are heavily discounted NOS parts from On One. 

This bike replaces an alloy/carbon compact geometry 6 yr old Dawes which I have been  planning to out for sometime now.  Bike looks and rides superbly. Close clearances so Crud RR2's have been fitted, think they are really  designed for compact geometry as the rear guard looked all wrong on this bike so I had to lengthen the front facing and shorten the rear facing parts of the rear mudguard to sort/make it look right!  Easy enough to do though and used one of the spare bits of guard supplied. 

(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug1.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug2.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug3.jpg)
(http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq215/larfandsing/pug4.jpg)

Oooo err!, that's really very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 October, 2010, 06:48:37 pm
My new road bike:
(https://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/justintimeforwinter/Boreas2.jpg)

(https://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/justintimeforwinter/Boreas1.jpg)

Stiff, fast and light.  Lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 October, 2010, 09:42:35 pm
Looks very decent indeed  :) Enjoy.

Not a brand I knew of until I JFGI.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hot Flatus on 12 October, 2010, 09:51:47 pm
If you bring it on Saturday, I'll adjust the bars for you, son.   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 12 October, 2010, 10:21:07 pm
Quote from: chris n on 12 October, 2010, 06:48:37 pm
My new road bike:
(https://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/justintimeforwinter/Boreas2.jpg)

(https://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/justintimeforwinter/Boreas1.jpg)

Stiff, fast and light.  Lovely.

Nice one, although that is far from one in your stable now.  Did you extend  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 October, 2010, 10:30:16 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 October, 2010, 09:42:35 pm
Looks very decent indeed

Thanks. Recognise the chainset?

The frame belongs to my brother in law but he's lent it to me to try. He's had it for a few years but stopped using it a while ago. Boreas ceased trading a few years back but they had a very good reputation.

Quote from: Flatus on 12 October, 2010, 09:51:47 pm
If you bring it on Saturday, I'll adjust the bars for you, son.   ;)

 :P I reckon I do need to tweak them a bit - rotate the bars down a bit then lift the levers back up. Not by the weekend though, I'll be on the fixed.

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 October, 2010, 10:32:22 pm
Quote from: chris n on 12 October, 2010, 10:30:16 pm
Thanks. Recognise the chainset?

Oh yeah  ;D

Hefty looking rear triangle. Krylions? Good tyre.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 12 October, 2010, 10:40:04 pm
Quote from: Grub on 12 October, 2010, 10:21:07 pm
Nice one, although that is far from one in your stable now.  Did you extend  ;D
The Giant has gone, though just up into the attic for now.
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 October, 2010, 10:32:22 pm
Hefty looking rear triangle. Krylions? Good tyre.
They're teardrop-shaped stays - about 20mm deep. It's pretty solid and I'm not sure what it's going to be like on a long ride.  I've been stockpiling parts for this since June, got the tyres cheap ages ago from CRC.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2010, 10:52:10 am
I wouldn't have thought a bike brand called Bore Ass would do so well, but that looks like a nice set up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 17 October, 2010, 11:30:50 am
New winter/commuter.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4154/5087695236_6ec652b5a0_z.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4113/5087116031_b86845b55d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 17 October, 2010, 04:05:56 pm
I've never seen a Gripshift set up like that before. You must like it, but what's the appeal over an STI, bar end or downtube shifter with drop handlebars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 17 October, 2010, 04:10:38 pm
I'd guess that his twistgrip is for a Rohloff hub therefore not available as any other type of shifter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 17 October, 2010, 06:16:37 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 17 October, 2010, 11:30:50 am
New winter/commuter.

Very nice! [jealous]  :thumbsup:

I like the way you have the twistshift.  I've heard of a bar end wotsit, but that looks less damage prone.

What's the frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 October, 2010, 08:37:43 pm
That's a lot of headtube!

Like the adaptor for the Rohloff, though I think I'd prefer a barend.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sigurd Mudtracker on 17 October, 2010, 09:27:45 pm
Looks like a Roholff shifter to me.

I contemplated fitting the shifter for my Nexus-8 hubbed Saracen like that, but in the end went for the pricey-but-worth-it Jtek bar end shifter, which works like a dream.  The only thing to remember is that it shifts in the opposite way to derailleur bar end shifter - caught me out once or twice in the early days with some frantic leg spinning...  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 17 October, 2010, 09:42:19 pm
its a thorn Raven Sport. The shifter did give me a few headaches, but that option seems to work well.  I have bar-ends on my audax bike: shifting using this is basically the same operation as bar-end. If your used to STI or Ergo you may find this hassle, I dont, though I have hit my knee off it a couple of times, I think thats the biggest issue I have with it. I'll trim down the head tube a bit in a few weeks, still finding my position on it. The ecc.b/b might mean I need to be able to adjust bars as well though. Am impressed with Tekro v-brake levers and edelux headlight.  Too early really to say much about the bike, but it seems to ride very well, if slow: I'm very happy with it so far.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 October, 2010, 10:44:41 am
I have the same setup, it's no less convenient than bar-end shifters or down-tube shifter, more so if you ride on the bar tops (which I do in relaxed touring mode).


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 18 October, 2010, 11:05:31 am
What's the thinking behind the mounting of the front brakes? (I see it seems standard on these bikes)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 October, 2010, 11:16:21 am
Quote from: ed_o_brain on 18 October, 2010, 11:05:31 am
What's the thinking behind the mounting of the front brakes? (I see it seems standard on these bikes)

It makes the cable run a bit more elegant/efficient (Brakes are designed to have the front-brake operated by the left hand, not the right as in UK) and, in my non-technical opinion, it seems to make sense to have the braking force supported by the forkcrown rather than being torn away from it (as per the rear brake). 

I solved the "elegance" issue by using Avid Ultimate V-Brakes.  You can swap the cable entry point from right to left.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 24 October, 2010, 11:44:17 am
My 2008 Giant Bowery, photo taken last Thursday at Shirehampton station before boarding a train to Salisbury.
Rode back to Bristol the following day ( 96km - longest distance I've cycled on Single Speed ! )
Luggage used was a Carradice SQR bag and a Edinburgh Bar-bag.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/21102010043.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 October, 2010, 02:07:42 pm
Very nice bike, and a good ride too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 24 October, 2010, 04:22:59 pm
This is Mrs Gordy's new commuter - a small Giant Seek Zero with 8 speed Alfine and hydraulic discs. Discounted to £650 by the Edinburgh Cycle coop - I reckon it's a bargain and she's swooning over it.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_0421.jpg)

I've swapped the front wheel for one with a SON dynohub - the non-matching rims and spokes would drive me nuts, but Mrs G never noticed and says I've to leave the rear wheel as it is.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_0425-1.jpg)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_0422.jpg)

The whole bike is beautifully finished, with gold anodised bits. The narrow rack isn't on purpose, it is just one that's been in the garage for ages. The bike came with 32mm Maxxis Detonator tyres and they've been changed for 25mm Marathon Plus.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 24 October, 2010, 04:34:28 pm
I love the look of Giant's Seek 0.  I wasn't sure it would take rack and guards - I'm glad you showed it can!  Mrs Gordy is a lucky lass indeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 24 October, 2010, 04:43:22 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 24 October, 2010, 04:34:28 pm
I love the look of Giant's Seek 0.  I wasn't sure it would take rack and guards - I'm glad you showed it can!  Mrs Gordy is a lucky lass indeed.

I actually half-fitted the rear rack using p-clips and was disgusted with the lack of eyelets... when I discovered that those big black bolts which join the frame and that gold dropout(?) have 5mm threads inside.  ::-)

The front mudguard stay (lower left) needs a lot of bending to get round the caliper. I didn't do a very neat job with it and might have another go sometime.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 October, 2010, 05:42:24 pm
Looks nice, but what is that rack and what is the idea of it being so narrow? I know you say it's "not on purpose" but presumably there is a purpose to the narrowness. I can't really see what, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 24 October, 2010, 06:30:26 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 October, 2010, 05:42:24 pm
Looks nice, but what is that rack and what is the idea of it being so narrow? I know you say it's "not on purpose" but presumably there is a purpose to the narrowness. I can't really see what, though.

If a rack is only used to carry panniers, then it doesn't need to be any wider, and keeps the mass nearer to the centreline of the bike, which keeps the bike upright more easily.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 24 October, 2010, 06:48:25 pm
I bought the rack from the LBS when I was trying to get two panners between the wheels on my trike. It never worked for that. As Tim says, it's a rack for panniers only.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Zoidburg on 24 October, 2010, 06:51:39 pm
I can see it being useful with a MTB or roughstuff/expedition tourer, it kicks the bottom of pannier up away from the ground and rocks and stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 October, 2010, 07:28:07 pm
That's a very purposeful looking bike. All business.

What's the thinking behind the bolt up rear? Do they make the same frame with disraeli gears?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 24 October, 2010, 07:46:54 pm
That Giant Seek Zero is one of the nicest looking new bikes I've seen in a long time. Definitely on my want list!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 24 October, 2010, 07:47:44 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 24 October, 2010, 07:28:07 pm

What's the thinking behind the bolt up rear? Do they make the same frame with disraeli gears?

I don't know - the bike has an eccentric BB, so I suppose a different design at the back could be used for a Rolhoff. I thought initially the frame might split to allow a belt drive, but it doesn't.

It looks amazing (IMHO) in comparison to a normal welded-up rear end.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 29 October, 2010, 08:53:57 pm
(http://c0013529.cdn1.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/x2_3317691)

That's me on my latest acquisition. Not going anywhere yet, just sitting on it outside New Volio Towers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 29 October, 2010, 08:58:50 pm
You looked like a natural.  Couldn't ride it, but looked the part, totally :)

I look forward to the ride reports
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 29 October, 2010, 09:00:05 pm
You know those don't go round corners, don't you?

 ;)

Looks nice from what can be seen.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 October, 2010, 09:06:43 pm
First ride along the seafront cycle path? :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 29 October, 2010, 09:07:22 pm
Good Lord!  :o ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 29 October, 2010, 09:48:54 pm
The thing I'd love about a trike like that is simply being able to stop and admire the view without toppling over sideways.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 October, 2010, 09:56:07 pm
But I'm not at all sure that would make up for toppling over sideways and 'admiring the view' when I didn't want to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 29 October, 2010, 11:26:45 pm
Those 'bars look a bit too narrow! What are they, 38cm?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 30 October, 2010, 09:17:34 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 29 October, 2010, 11:26:45 pm
Those 'bars look a bit too narrow! What are they, 38cm?

The camera has made them look a bit narrower than they are, and the whole thing look longer

They are pretty narrow, though, yes. I could ride them without a problem but was intending to change them.  In fact there were a load of changes I was going to make - lower gears, bar-end-shifters - but never got round to. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 30 October, 2010, 11:32:35 am
My good lady's Cooper, which we've just made even more retro with the addition of "proper" brake levers. The chainguard will change soon. Cooper Bikes are going to send us one of their new spozzy metal guards.

(http://www.daviescooper.plus.com/bikes/Helens%20Cooper)

My Enigma, at the top of Anglezarke, yesterday. I'd forgotten how good a climb it is. Definitely a candidate for a YACF ride, but perhaps not when its blowing a gale (I could hardly stand up in the crosswind)

(http://www.daviescooper.plus.com/bikes/Enigma%20Wall)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 30 October, 2010, 12:54:31 pm
that cooper is lovely! 

New (to me) spesh tricross, many thanks to Noodley:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1000299.jpg)

will be taking it for a proper blast round the forest tomorrow. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 30 October, 2010, 12:55:22 pm
I know.  But it's a singlespeed so I dont care
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 30 October, 2010, 01:31:55 pm
Good to see you are making proper use of it!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 30 October, 2010, 05:05:37 pm
Had my first ride on this today

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1182/5128958068_ddac84d18f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/5128958068/)
on Flickr

Picked it yesterday but didn't manage to find time to ride until today. Was originally supposed to have an Alfine hub but further delays tested my patience so I 'borrowed' a wheel from another bike and had it built as a singlespeed.

Really sweet ride fast, stable and responsive. Beginning to have second thoughts about that hub gear  ::-)  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 October, 2010, 05:16:00 pm
Quote from: Wowbagger on 29 October, 2010, 08:53:57 pm
(http://c0013529.cdn1.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/x2_3317691)

That's me on my latest acquisition. Not going anywhere yet, just sitting on it outside New Volio Towers.

Could be just the thing for riding back from one of our pub rides! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 30 October, 2010, 07:09:44 pm
My commuting bike but sadly not my commute.

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1177/5129145696_0a61035e83_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5129145696/)
On the way to Auchterhouse (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5129145696/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 31 October, 2010, 08:23:50 am
Quote from: PaulF on 30 October, 2010, 05:05:37 pm
Had my first ride on this today

...

Picked it yesterday but didn't manage to find time to ride until today. Was originally supposed to have an Alfine hub but further delays tested my patience so I 'borrowed' a wheel from another bike and had it built as a singlespeed.

Really sweet ride fast, stable and responsive. Beginning to have second thoughts about that hub gear  ::-)  :o

Very nice! What forks are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 31 October, 2010, 08:35:30 am
Quote from: chris n on 31 October, 2010, 08:23:50 am
Very nice! What forks are they?

They're Rockshox Tora. There's not much choice in that size. On-One were selling them for £180 which is £150 than list!

Only done about 20 miles on them but far better than the Darts on my old Rockhopper, they just feel far smoother once you get used to the noise of the oil running through the valves each time it compresses.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 31 October, 2010, 06:20:50 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SAM_0989.jpg)

Sold the CAAD 9 for £1000 and got this for the princely sum of £411 - Ultegra , ksyrium ssc and look keo 2 max

 ;D Yay eBay
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 31 October, 2010, 09:22:06 pm
Quote from: mike on 30 October, 2010, 12:54:31 pm
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1000299.jpg)

Now Mike...  You know what I'm going to say about that chain, don't you?

::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 31 October, 2010, 09:33:54 pm
He does and he's already said he doesn't care . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 01 November, 2010, 10:51:10 am
Quote from: finch on 31 October, 2010, 06:20:50 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SAM_0989.jpg)


Great buy.  I've always loved dales, I nearly bought a lefty forked mtb about 10 years ago.  I'll have to scratch the itch one day.

Did it come with those Conti tyres too? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 01 November, 2010, 05:25:00 pm
Cannondales are awesome aren't they ?

It did come with the tyres which are new , also a new chain , cables and brake pads as well so it really was a huge bargain

I got a fromt caliper from Tiermat and a wireless computer from Polar Bear so really I've only had to buy bar tape and a saddle to suit
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 01 November, 2010, 06:12:10 pm
Next time i'm in the market for a bike I will most likely be going back to a cannondale, this was my old bike.
CAAD4 with dura ace/ultegra groupset & mavic cxp33 wheels.

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1414/5136290309_63470839e9_z_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 01 November, 2010, 06:39:45 pm
It's not that dissimilar to my CAAD5 which , interestingly is a fair bit lighter than the CAAD9 I sold
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 November, 2010, 05:53:26 pm
Etape with new RoadRacer2 guards installed.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/Etape_RR2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 07 November, 2010, 06:07:41 pm
Last weekend I gave up in frustrattion trying to fit R.R.2  'gaurds to my Trek. I might try again considering I prefer having mudgaurds fitted.
Did it take you much time Grub?Much of a faff or not?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2010, 06:14:54 pm
Seatpost's a bit bent. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 November, 2010, 06:15:25 pm
Quote from: jogler on 07 November, 2010, 06:07:41 pm
Last weekend I gave up in frustrattion trying to fit R.R.2  'gaurds to my Trek. I might try again considering I prefer having mudgaurds fitted.
Did it take you much time Grub?Much of a faff or not?


No faff and 30 mins.  I had watched the videos on their site prior to deciding to buy them and that helped.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 November, 2010, 06:17:46 pm
Just for the record - Yukon in Audax mode. Actually on an Audax, for once:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v138/Chickenhawk66/DSCF01912.jpg)

I have a Crud guard on the front - I didn't like the rear Mk1. I'll get a full set as the updated version seems a lot better. Far less time-consuming than normal guards to fit, but still takes a little bit of time to get them right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 02:11:59 pm
Before

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/thumb.php?file=SLProCarbonRed_Before.jpg&size=256&hash=A61B5CA0B3148455) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/SLProCarbonRed_Before.jpg)

After

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/thumb.php?file=SLProCarbonRed_Side.jpg&size=512&hash=0110A8E7D1D5B051) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/SLProCarbonRed_Side.jpg)

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/thumb.php?file=SLProCarbonRed_Angled.jpg&hash=BFA6221358C5B602&size=512) (http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/SLProCarbonRed_Angled.jpg)

That's pretty much in pristine condition.  I haven't adjusted anything, other than straighten the handlebars up, and tweaked the rear brakes, which weren't quite centred.  I need to adjust the saddle height, and then add the pedals, computer, bottle cages, front and rear lights, and Randonneur (http://www.arkelpanniers.co.uk/uk/all-categories/bicycle-bike-pannier-rack/arkel-randonneur-rack.html) rack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
That looks fast!  :thumbsup:

Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)

And not sure about the combination of black saddle, red bar tape and white hoods.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 02:22:58 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
That looks fast!  :thumbsup:

Hopefully!

Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)

It'll depend on how far I go.  For an hours pottle probably not, but for a FNRttC, yes, I'll need somewhere to carry junk!  It has a quick-release, it'll go on and come off in a couple of minutes.

Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
And not sure about the combination of black saddle, red bar tape and white hoods.  :-\

Me neither, but I don't think I could spec the colour of the hoods.  Everything else which I could get in red, I got.  Since there's a slight white on red motif (hoods and lettering), I think I'll put a set of white M520s on there as well (I have a set in my junk box).

(Yay, having had a look around, I can get replacement hoods in red. :thumbsup:)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 10 November, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)
You failed to spot the brick wall he's attached to simulate the pannier that he normally uses.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 November, 2010, 03:12:39 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 10 November, 2010, 03:09:06 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)
You failed to spot the brick wall he's attached to simulate the pannier that he normally uses.  ::-)

Oh I thought that was just his seat pack.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2010, 03:13:01 pm
TimO, your hall looks a bit bare.  How about some nice pictures?  Or better still hang your lovely new bike on the wall!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 November, 2010, 03:29:42 pm
Last time I saw his hall, it had a junkmail motif to the floorcovering ;D

Crikey, but that's a red bike!  Make sure you don't let our Valiant near it. 

Mind you, there might be an altitude differential challenge.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 10 November, 2010, 03:31:02 pm
Looks nice  :thumbsup:

I was tempted by one of those too; having so much red on it should make it a very fast bike.

I think somebody, somewhere has bought a load of white-hooded SRAM stuff. The cheap SRAM groupset I bought for my Roubaix also came with white. As you say, replacement hoods are available - though I chose to put white bar tape on instead and quite like the look with the white matching the lettering on the frame.

I'm also interested in how you get on with the rack. Which bag are you putting on it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 November, 2010, 03:31:35 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 November, 2010, 03:29:42 pm
Last time I saw his hall, it had a junkmail motif to the floorcovering ;D

Crikey, but that's a red bike!  Make sure you don't let our Valiant near it.  

Mind you, there might be an altitude differential challenge.

Surely you're not suggesting Valiant might have trouble getting his leg over?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 November, 2010, 03:33:08 pm
Never.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 04:38:16 pm
Very nice Tim O  :)

Carbon? What Planet X model is that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 04:43:53 pm
Quote from: MattH on 10 November, 2010, 03:31:02 pm
I was tempted by one of those too; having so much red on it should make it a very fast bike.

I think I paid slightly more for red forks, and red brakes! ;D

Quote from: MattH on 10 November, 2010, 03:31:02 pm
I'm also interested in how you get on with the rack. Which bag are you putting on it?

A red TailRider of course!

(http://jakal.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/TailRider_Cropped.png)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 10 November, 2010, 05:08:33 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
That looks fast!  :thumbsup:

Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)

And not sure about the combination of black saddle, red bar tape and white hoods.  :-\

The Bike is red and black and white and so are the handlebars.  Seems to match to me, if a little towards the Harlequin mode.

I have a bike that's all yellow and black apart from the white saddle.  When you're riding, people can't see much of the saddle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 November, 2010, 05:18:06 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 10 November, 2010, 05:08:33 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 02:16:39 pm
That looks fast!  :thumbsup:

Can't believe you're going to put a rack on it.  ::-)

And not sure about the combination of black saddle, red bar tape and white hoods.  :-\

The Bike is red and black and white and so are the handlebars.  Seems to match to me, if a little towards the Harlequin mode.

I have a bike that's all yellow and black apart from the white saddle. 

It's a style thing - if it were my bike it would have a white saddle and white bar tape with red or black hoods. But then for me the only correct colour of bar tape is white.

Quote
When you're riding, people can't see much of the saddle.

But when you're not, they can so it should look good.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 10 November, 2010, 05:20:28 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 05:18:06 pm

Quote
When you're riding, people can't see much of the saddle.

But when you're not, they can so it should look good.  ;D


It does; it's a Fizzik with a lovely streamlined shape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 05:32:18 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 04:38:16 pm
Carbon? What Planet X model is that?

I think the nearest thing on their website is the SL Pro Carbon Rival, but that's got SRAM Rival components instead of the SRAM Red that mines got.

How much difference there is between Rival and Red I'm unsure.  The brakes on mine aren't SRAM anyway, they're Planet-X's own Ultra-light CNC'ed ones (http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BCPXULCNC/ultra-light-cnc-brake-calipers) (in red!), so it's really just the controls and gear changers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 06:33:34 pm
I never had you down as a weight weenie Tim O  :)

Surely your bag of spare parts is going to weigh more than the bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 10 November, 2010, 06:43:44 pm
Good Lord, Tim.

Its very nice.

As well as very, well....... red  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 06:52:14 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 06:33:34 pm
I never had you down as a weight weenie Tim O  :)

Surely your bag of spare parts is going to weigh more than the bike?

Nope, when I use this bike on FRNttCs and their ilk, people are going to have to carry their own spares. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 10 November, 2010, 07:11:26 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 06:52:14 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 06:33:34 pm
I never had you down as a weight weenie Tim O  :)

Surely your bag of spare parts is going to weigh more than the bike?

Nope, when I use this bike on FRNttCs and their ilk, people are going to have to carry their own spares. ;D

So you'll need a new excuse for being slow!  :P ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 10 November, 2010, 07:21:13 pm
Wow, dat shure is purty!  :thumbsup:

If you use that for a FNRttC, I expect you'll be waymarking.  I look forward to watching you zoom along the peloton toward your next junction.  ;D
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:25:38 pm
Quote from: JT on 10 November, 2010, 07:11:26 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 06:52:14 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 November, 2010, 06:33:34 pm
I never had you down as a weight weenie Tim O  :)

Surely your bag of spare parts is going to weigh more than the bike?

Nope, when I use this bike on FRNttCs and their ilk, people are going to have to carry their own spares. ;D

So you'll need a new excuse for being slow!  :P ;D

Damn, you're right.  I'd better get thinking. ;D


However, I don't think there's going to be that much risk of me using it on next weeks FNRttC.  I looked up the price of the levers, and they alone would cost me £350 to replace if I dented them. :o

I think I'm going to want to be a bit more confident on it, to cycle it in a group, on a cold dark November ride, than I'll be by then!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 10 November, 2010, 08:35:04 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:25:38 pm
However, I don't think there's going to be that much risk of me using it on next weeks FNRttC.  I looked up the price of the levers, and they alone would cost me £350 to replace if I dented them. :o

Ah, I know this one...

The solution is to mount Wilko £1.50 "I *heart* MY BIKE" bells outboard of the levers, to take the damage in an impact.   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Lucky on 10 November, 2010, 08:37:02 pm
If you do ever need to replace them, I suggest you shop around a bit more. Fudge's (http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/) is the place for SRAM kit, and I'm sorry to inform you your levers are worth a mere £285.99 (http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/index.php?p=70003)...  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:37:32 pm
Quote from: Kim on 10 November, 2010, 08:35:04 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:25:38 pm
However, I don't think there's going to be that much risk of me using it on next weeks FNRttC.  I looked up the price of the levers, and they alone would cost me £350 to replace if I dented them. :o

Ah, I know this one...

The solution is to mount Wilko £1.50 "I *heart* MY BIKE" bells outboard of the levers, to take the damage in an impact.   ;)

NO.  Not even if they come in red. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:38:22 pm
Quote from: Lucky on 10 November, 2010, 08:37:02 pm
If you do ever need to replace them, I suggest you shop around a bit more. Fudge's (http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/) is the place for SRAM kit, and I'm sorry to inform you your levers are worth a mere £285.99 (http://www.fudgescyclestore.com/index.php?p=70003)...  :P

That's still more than I want to spend in repairs during the first two weeks of ownership!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 10 November, 2010, 09:17:51 pm
Tim, 's a bike. Riding it is as easy as falling off a bike... Ah- point taken ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 10 November, 2010, 09:42:36 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:37:32 pm
Quote from: Kim on 10 November, 2010, 08:35:04 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 08:25:38 pm
However, I don't think there's going to be that much risk of me using it on next weeks FNRttC.  I looked up the price of the levers, and they alone would cost me £350 to replace if I dented them. :o

Ah, I know this one...

The solution is to mount Wilko £1.50 "I *heart* MY BIKE" bells outboard of the levers, to take the damage in an impact.   ;)

NO.  Not even if they come in red. ;D

Don't you find it a bit ironic that your levers say "Red" on them, to match the bike, when in fact they are white?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 10:19:50 pm
It's a little bit ironic, but I knew it was the groupset, and not the colour.

It's a bit pants that they seem to supply them with white hoods though.  The default colour for hoods is generally black, which goes with most stuff, and doesn't show up grubbiness as easily.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Lucky on 11 November, 2010, 10:21:02 pm
I have a pair of black hoods from a set of Red levers somewhere that I'd swap for your white ones if you can be bothered to change them...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 11 November, 2010, 10:27:17 pm
Quote from: TimO on 10 November, 2010, 10:19:50 pm
The default colour for hoods is generally black, which goes with most stuff, and doesn't show up grubbiness as easily.

I bought a pair of levers with white hoods from Torslanda, they needed a good clean and he suggested Swarfega or similar. Worked a treat but I've still not fitted them to anything yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 11 November, 2010, 11:40:24 pm
I've ordered a set of red hoods, which are already in the post.  I'll hang onto the white ones, just in case I need the spares at some point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:15:28 am
Quote from: TimO on 11 November, 2010, 11:40:24 pm
I've ordered a set of red hoods, which are already in the post.  I'll hang onto the white ones, just in case I need the spares at some point.

Can you change the hoods without having to take the levers and the tape off the bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 12 November, 2010, 08:33:14 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:15:28 am
Quote from: TimO on 11 November, 2010, 11:40:24 pm
I've ordered a set of red hoods, which are already in the post.  I'll hang onto the white ones, just in case I need the spares at some point.

Can you change the hoods without having to take the levers and the tape off the bars?

Generally yes, you can roll them up the levers, and then manipulate them off.  It helps if you do something like soak them in hot water first, to make them more flexible, but that'll be difficult to do with the white ones!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:51:48 am
KY Jelly will be your friend  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 12 November, 2010, 09:14:05 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:51:48 am
KY Jelly will be your friend  ;D

Yes, but enough of your private life, we were talking about my bike. ;D

(It had to be said!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 November, 2010, 09:14:35 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:51:48 am
KY Jelly will be your friend  ;D

I'm sure it often is ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 09:25:15 am
You jest but I've often wondered if KY could be used to get Marathon Pluses back on (I know there is the Spa Cycles YouTube video showing it can be done without tyre levers etc)

Mind you there are a multitude of bedroom lubes out there so perhaps someone could research which is better for garage/fettling uses.  Shame I'm so busy at the moment  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 12 November, 2010, 10:39:02 am
Member's lubes?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 10:42:41 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 12 November, 2010, 10:39:02 am
Member's lubes?

Member's member's lubes!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 12 November, 2010, 11:16:56 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 09:25:15 am
You jest but I've often wondered if KY could be used to get Marathon Pluses back on (I know there is the Spa Cycles YouTube video showing it can be done without tyre levers etc)

Mind you there are a multitude of bedroom lubes out there so perhaps someone could research which is better for garage/fettling uses.  Shame I'm so busy at the moment  ;D

The work has already been done.

There are mebres of this here esatblishment that swear by the lubricating qualities of Boy Butter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 13 November, 2010, 02:17:56 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 09:25:15 am
Mind you there are a multitude of bedroom lubes out there so perhaps someone could research which is better for garage/fettling uses.  Shame I'm so busy at the moment  ;D

Sounds like an excellent follow-up to barakta's does-swarfega-dissolve-condoms[1] research.


[1] It does.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 13 November, 2010, 05:03:18 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 13 November, 2010, 01:51:59 pm
Couple of pics of the Holdsworth now I've got the Ergos and correct bar tape on


Thats nice  :thumbsup:
Did you have to have it respaced at the back end and how many gears do you have?
Only asking as I have a nice old frame I am going to restore soon, but not sure to keep it original or run sti's etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 November, 2010, 05:46:50 pm
Why not respect the axle to get the minimal extra clearance required?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 13 November, 2010, 06:02:22 pm
Quote from: Kim on 13 November, 2010, 02:17:56 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 09:25:15 am
Mind you there are a multitude of bedroom lubes out there so perhaps someone could research which is better for garage/fettling uses.  Shame I'm so busy at the moment  ;D

Sounds like an excellent follow-up to barakta's does-swarfega-dissolve-condoms[1] research.


[1] It does.

The introduction to "The Elements (http://iankitching.me.uk/humour/lehrer/an-evening.html#Elements)" on An Evening Wasted With Tom Lehrer springs to mind.  ;D

Quote from: The Harvard Bard
This may prove useful to some of you some day, perhaps, in a somewhat bizarre set of circumstances.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 13 November, 2010, 07:10:30 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 13 November, 2010, 07:03:30 pm
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 November, 2010, 05:46:50 pm
Why not respect the axle to get the minimal extra clearance required?

Not sure what you mean. The axle fits fine. The wheel just dropped in , so the spacing is fine, I think its just the angle of the seatstay is designed for a narrower block

I think LWAB meant respace, but in fact a cassette with a smaller minimum sprocket on the cog might do the trick - if it's a 12 try to get an 11, but my guess is it's a 14, in which case get a 12.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 November, 2010, 07:11:26 pm
Respace, not respect. Damn predictive text.

Just increase the driveside spacing to get chain clearance.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Nightfly on 14 November, 2010, 11:58:06 am
Quote from: Aidan on 13 November, 2010, 07:14:39 pm
Aahh I see now.  I'll have a look at that when I get time, I think I have a cassette with a 12 tooth outer cog somewhere.  I'm not sure on the spacing arrangement on the axle , will have to have a closer look and see what I can do with it.  thanks for the suggestions :thumbsup:

It would look better with some nice slender mudguards  ;).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 14 November, 2010, 02:36:54 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 13 November, 2010, 07:10:30 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 13 November, 2010, 07:03:30 pm
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 13 November, 2010, 05:46:50 pm
Why not respect the axle to get the minimal extra clearance required?

Not sure what you mean. The axle fits fine. The wheel just dropped in , so the spacing is fine, I think its just the angle of the seatstay is designed for a narrower block

I think LWAB meant respace, but in fact a cassette with a smaller minimum sprocket on the cog might do the trick - if it's a 12 try to get an 11, but my guess is it's a 14, in which case get a 12.

Ah... interesting. The chain has rubbed the paint off the inside of the stay on my Pinarello, but I have a 13-26 cassette. I'm planning to get it resprayed next summer, so I'll try a 12 on there. I don't often feel the need of 53x12 on a winter bike though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm
An' I believe that my one's faster than yours Mr bond, 'cos mine's a red one.

Dear all,

redshift has a shiny new bicycle.  Mr Hewitt said 'it's a bit of an odd one' but he built it anyway.  Purists should look away now.

May I present the Hewitt Cheviot SE with Kona Project 2 fork, SON dynohub, and Avid BB7 disks:


(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMGP1754.jpg)

(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMGP1735.jpg)

(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMGP1748.jpg)

(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMG_0006.jpg)

Today, I are mostly drooling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2010, 05:51:10 pm
That is seriously tasty!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 November, 2010, 05:55:21 pm
You haven't seen it in the metal! Yer need yer sunnies - or a welder's mask . . .

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 14 November, 2010, 07:16:09 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm
Mr Hewitt said 'it's a bit of an odd one' but he built it anyway.  

I must be odd too cos that's exactly the sort of thing that I'd be interested in.  Or at least I would be if it was an off the shelf option rather than a presumably pricey custom build...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 14 November, 2010, 08:03:29 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm
redshift has a shiny new bicycle

That's an excellent set-up, dynamo + disc  :) Once those BB7s bed in you'll be very impressed with the stopping power. Looks like a really good tourer.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2010, 08:26:18 pm
The BB7 is an excellent brake, we have one on the back of the tandem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 08:32:29 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 14 November, 2010, 07:16:09 pm
I must be odd too cos that's exactly the sort of thing that I'd be interested in.  Or at least I would be if it was an off the shelf option rather than a presumably pricey custom build...

It's a standard Cheviot SE, Reynolds 725 frame with a Kona P2 fork.  The only customised part is the extra braze-on mount and the brace in the left side of the triangle (for the disk), which were done in-house.  The rear rack has to be a type that goes over a disk, the spokes are all different gauges on each side, because both wheels are dished.  Apart from that it's mostly standard bits.  Mostly.

If you were after an off-the-shelf version, have you looked at this year's Kona Sutra?  I went to Paul Hewitt to get the correct fitting, since I'm a short person.  If you're more normally proportioned, the Sutra might be to your liking...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 November, 2010, 08:42:21 pm
. . . and Pedaldog of this very Parish (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=40497.0) has one for sale as we speak.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 14 November, 2010, 09:17:10 pm
Tasty tourer! Why do you have (what looks like) a centre-lock rotor on what I assume is a 6-bolt dynamo hub? If I'm not mistaken, aren't they mis-matched front to rear anyway?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 09:34:00 pm
I hadn't noticed.  The SON is actually a centrelock, which comes with a 6-bolt adaptor.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 November, 2010, 09:39:19 pm
Liz.  If your front and rear hubs are both centre lock I have a pair of brake discs you can have. New, unused and matching.

If only to satisfy the OCD ones
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 14 November, 2010, 09:55:21 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 14 November, 2010, 09:39:19 pm
If only to satisfy the OCD ones

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 November, 2010, 10:33:53 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm

Dear all,

redshift has a shiny new bicycle.  Mr Hewitt said 'it's a bit of an odd one' but he built it anyway.  Purists should look away now.

May I present the Hewitt Cheviot SE with Kona Project 2 fork, SON dynohub, and Avid BB7 disks:



I'd like to think that Mr Hewitt got some inspiration from my Enigma spec  ;)
Apparently he's now thinking that he'll need to offer a Rohloff option on his tourers. He's converting my Enigma (again to my spec) as we speak............
I'm a genius.
Nice Lovely bike Redshift  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 10:50:12 pm
<Lightbulb>Ting!</Lightbulb>

Chocolatebike, did we meet on the train...?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 14 November, 2010, 11:35:25 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 10:50:12 pm
<Lightbulb>Ting!</Lightbulb>

Chocolatebike, did we meet on the train...?

<Senior moment, perhaps>
What train ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 15 November, 2010, 07:19:39 am
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 08:32:29 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 14 November, 2010, 07:16:09 pm
I must be odd too cos that's exactly the sort of thing that I'd be interested in.  Or at least I would be if it was an off the shelf option rather than a presumably pricey custom build...

It's a standard Cheviot SE, Reynolds 725 frame with a Kona P2 fork.  The only customised part is the extra braze-on mount and the brace in the left side of the triangle (for the disk), which were done in-house.  The rear rack has to be a type that goes over a disk, the spokes are all different gauges on each side, because both wheels are dished.  Apart from that it's mostly standard bits.  Mostly.

If you were after an off-the-shelf version, have you looked at this year's Kona Sutra?  I went to Paul Hewitt to get the correct fitting, since I'm a short person.  If you're more normally proportioned, the Sutra might be to your liking...



Thanks for that, that's given me some ideas.

(Sadly, Pedaldog's for sale item is too big for me)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 15 November, 2010, 09:26:02 am
Quote from: TimO on 12 November, 2010, 08:33:14 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:15:28 am
Quote from: TimO on 11 November, 2010, 11:40:24 pm
I've ordered a set of red hoods, which are already in the post.  I'll hang onto the white ones, just in case I need the spares at some point.

Can you change the hoods without having to take the levers and the tape off the bars?

Generally yes, you can roll them up the levers, and then manipulate them off.  It helps if you do something like soak them in hot water first, to make them more flexible, but that'll be difficult to do with the white ones!

Hairdryer.

I use an electric paint stripper with the heat turned down for such jobs, works a treat.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 15 November, 2010, 09:37:56 am
Quote from: Ham on 15 November, 2010, 09:26:02 am
Quote from: TimO on 12 November, 2010, 08:33:14 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 November, 2010, 08:15:28 am
Quote from: TimO on 11 November, 2010, 11:40:24 pm
I've ordered a set of red hoods, which are already in the post.  I'll hang onto the white ones, just in case I need the spares at some point.
Can you change the hoods without having to take the levers and the tape off the bars?
Generally yes, you can roll them up the levers, and then manipulate them off.  It helps if you do something like soak them in hot water first, to make them more flexible, but that'll be difficult to do with the white ones!
Hairdryer.

I use an electric paint stripper with the heat turned down for such jobs, works a treat.

They came off very easily, I certainly didn't need to use any heat source.  In fact I had to manipulate the new hoods a bit, to make sure that the various little blobs in the inside were properly engaged with the holes in the levers, so the hoods stayed in place.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 15 November, 2010, 12:49:04 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 14 November, 2010, 11:35:25 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 10:50:12 pm
<Lightbulb>Ting!</Lightbulb>

Chocolatebike, did we meet on the train...?

<Senior moment, perhaps>
What train ?



When I was returning from the fitting, I had a nice chat on the train with a chap who had a titanium bike, who was talking about another build that Paul was doing for him.  It probably wasn't you, but I just wondered.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 November, 2010, 12:58:30 pm
Quote from: redshift on 15 November, 2010, 12:49:04 pm


When I was returning from the fitting, I had a nice chat on the train with a chap who had a titanium bike, who was talking about another build that Paul was doing for him.  It probably wasn't you, but I just wondered.

No, not me but Paul is converting my stolen/recovered Enigma tourer to Rohloff and I've got another bike (also an Enigma) on order. This one is a lighter bike but it will also have BB7s.

I'll keep an eye open for your Hewitt around town  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
Rejigged the Pompino to be a local shopping/pub/town trips bike; an afternoon's work today.  Slightly odd colours, because it was dusk when I grabbed a few pics

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/s2cpomp4.jpg)

It's now got a SA 2-speed kick-operated coaster brake hub: kick back to change gear, back-pedal to brake. No cables, so it's no more cluttered than when it was fixed.

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/s2cpomp2.jpg)

I also replaced the old burned-out roller brake bit of the dynohub with one with a cooling fin - which involved bodging carefully fabricating a fork bracket and cable hanger.  You can't buy this part, and the old one had an integral hanger on the reaction arm.

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/s2cpomp3.jpg)

It's got a 19T sprocket (came with the hub) and a 43 1/8 chainring (that I had lying around).  I thought it might be a bit undergeared (61/44") but since it has Marathon Plus tyres it needs low gears

The brakes are a bit of a sod to disconnect so the M+s are probably a necessity.

It was interesting to use the kickback gear change, and I love the backpedal brake.  With a big old ex-MTB canti lever the roller brake is pretty effective too.  The old brake was ineffectual.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 November, 2010, 06:36:37 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
Rejigged Pompino

Excellent concept and fettlage :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 19 November, 2010, 06:37:23 pm
Functional yet neat!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 November, 2010, 06:49:08 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
but since it has Marathon Plus tyres that bloody great mudflap on the front it needs low gears

 :) ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 November, 2010, 06:53:33 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 19 November, 2010, 06:49:08 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
but since it has Marathon Plus tyres that bloody great mudflap on the front it needs low gears

 :) ;)

I doubt that aerodynamic drag is likely to be a problem at the speeds I envisage :)

Climbing hills is - the lane from our gate has defeated me every time on that bike on fixed, though I can do it on the Matt Chester.   It's the heavy wheels and incredibly heavy tyres, I'm sure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 19 November, 2010, 11:30:34 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm


It was interesting to use the kickback gear change, and I love the backpedal brake.  With a big old ex-MTB canti lever the roller brake is pretty effective too.  The old brake was ineffectual.


Doesn't that make it an "On Two"?

As a convert to s/s + coaster brake I've come to the realisation that there is a small arc in the 360 degrees of the pedal cycle where, if you are unfortunate to stop in conjunction with the wrong degree of incline, you are condemned to a  degree of embarrassment that makes you wish for trainer wheels as an excuse.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 20 November, 2010, 09:40:04 pm
Bit the bullet so to speak and reframed the Giant today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikevarious001.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 20 November, 2010, 09:49:37 pm
If you're running SS, why not a Pompino frame rather than a Kaff ?

No need for a chain tensioner that way
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 20 November, 2010, 09:54:46 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 20 November, 2010, 09:49:37 pm
If you're running SS, why not a Pompino frame rather than a Kaff ?

No need for a chain tensioner that way

Only running it as a SS for the winter will be switched back to gears in the spring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 20 November, 2010, 09:55:15 pm
ah, ok

makes sense  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 20 November, 2010, 10:01:39 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 20 November, 2010, 09:55:15 pm
ah, ok

makes sense  :thumbsup:

No worries,  :) I also had wheels etc spare so seemed the easier option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 21 November, 2010, 01:48:54 pm
Bought a second hand bike last week for the bargain price a £50.
A 1990's Peugeot Equipe DBS !

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010092.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010091.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010090.jpg)

May well change the saddle  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 21 November, 2010, 01:56:58 pm
Thats nice  :thumbsup:
How can you go wrong for £50  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 21 November, 2010, 02:08:21 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 21 November, 2010, 01:56:58 pm
Thats nice  :thumbsup:
How can you go wrong for £50  8)

included recently fitted new chain and 2 new tyres  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 21 November, 2010, 05:50:15 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
Rejigged Pompino

What length stem are you using for the flat bars? And what length have you used for drops?

I'm thinking of sticking a flat bar/bar end combo on my Kaffenback, which has drops atm, and a 80mm stem.

Thanks.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 November, 2010, 06:31:20 pm
I think it's 110 mm.  Anyway, it's the same stem as I used with drops. Probably a bit long...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 21 November, 2010, 07:16:58 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 21 November, 2010, 02:08:21 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 21 November, 2010, 01:56:58 pm
Thats nice  :thumbsup:
How can you go wrong for £50  8)

included recently fitted new chain and 2 new tyres  ;D

You should show it off on Retrobike  :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 22 November, 2010, 12:53:20 am
Quote from: Dinamo on 21 November, 2010, 01:48:54 pm
Bought a second hand bike last week for the bargain price a £50.
A 1990's Peugeot Equipe DBS !

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010090.jpg)

May well change the saddle  :o

Bargain  :thumbsup:  Those bars look bloody huge though  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blah on 22 November, 2010, 03:51:10 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/s2cpomp3.jpg)


Nice to see it being used - if I'm correct in thinking that was once in my parts box...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 22 November, 2010, 04:34:48 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm
(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMG_0006.jpg)

*moment*

Dirty  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 22 November, 2010, 04:40:24 pm
Quote from: Blah on 22 November, 2010, 03:51:10 pm
Nice to see it being used - if I'm correct in thinking that was once in my parts box...

It was - thanks again !

I've been trying to figure how to fit it for a couple of years.  The lack of a cable hanger threw me for a while, and I sent ages trying to buy one, until a useful chap at SJS told me that no such thing exists and that I should make one.  So I did :)

I burned out the old roller brake earlier this year, so it had become a bit of a priority.


I've just bought one of these for it

Hebie makes your bike complete : Chainglider 350 38/42/44 (http://www.hebie.de/Chainglider-350-38-42-44.hebie350chainglider.0.html?&L=1)

so it'll be even more like a Dutch Roadster soon :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2010, 05:28:58 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 22 November, 2010, 04:34:48 pm
Quote from: redshift on 14 November, 2010, 05:18:14 pm
(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff128/shifty176/Cheviot%20SE/IMG_0006.jpg)

*moment*

Dirty  :D

I had a moment too which has cost me about £200 thus far.  For some time I have been thinking of converting my hardtail MTB cum tourer cum jack of all trades to disc brakes.  Your disc equipped tourer inspired me to finally pull my finger out.  Chelmer Cycles have just supplied me with a pair of Mavic hoops which should have cost £170 but I paid much less.  eBay is supplying a pair of Avid BB7s for less than they should be.  A new block, chain and cables has also been purchased.

Thanks for the nudge in the right direction, I have some fun fettling to look forward to  :-*   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 22 November, 2010, 09:09:45 pm
Good luck.  Just make sure the forks can take the strain.  One reason for the Kona P2 is that Paul said his standard fork wouldn't be anything like up to the job.

I feel a little proud to have given Charlotte a moment, however small.   :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 22 November, 2010, 09:55:40 pm
Nice bike, Redshift. Great combination of new (discs) and old (DT levers). Every time I ride my bike with DT levers, I wonder why I bother with other shifters.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 22 November, 2010, 09:57:35 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 21 November, 2010, 01:48:54 pm
Bought a second hand bike last week for the bargain price a £50.
A 1990's Peugeot Equipe DBS !

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010092.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010091.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/19112010090.jpg)

May well change the saddle  :o

Why can't I ever find a bike like this to fettle? Nice one dinamo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 November, 2010, 10:11:26 pm
Want a 70's Houldsworth 531?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2010, 11:34:25 pm
Quote from: redshift on 22 November, 2010, 09:09:45 pm
Good luck.  Just make sure the forks can take the strain.  One reason for the Kona P2 is that Paul said his standard fork wouldn't be anything like up to the job.

I feel a little proud to have given Charlotte a moment, however small.   :D

Your warning is well advised but my forks are MTB suspension forks with all the bolt on points so we should be safe.  :thumbsup:

Pictures to follow when the fettling has finished.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 23 November, 2010, 10:32:47 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 22 November, 2010, 09:55:40 pm
Nice bike, Redshift. Great combination of new (discs) and old (DT levers). Every time I ride my bike with DT levers, I wonder why I bother with other shifters.

+1 on both the bike and use of DT shifters.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 23 November, 2010, 06:26:03 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 22 November, 2010, 10:11:26 pm
Want a 70's Houldsworth 531?

PM'd you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 26 November, 2010, 11:53:40 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2010, 05:28:58 pm

I had a moment too which has cost me about £200 thus far.  For some time I have been thinking of converting my hardtail MTB cum tourer cum jack of all trades to disc brakes.  Your disc equipped tourer inspired me to finally pull my finger out.  Chelmer Cycles have just supplied me with a pair of Mavic hoops which should have cost £170 but I paid much less.  eBay is supplying a pair of Avid BB7s for less than they should be.  A new block, chain and cables has also been purchased.

Thanks for the nudge in the right direction, I have some fun fettling to look forward to  :-*   :thumbsup:

In time-honoured fashion, once you've built it up, I will volunteer to ride behind and pick up anything that falls off when you first take it out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2010, 08:05:39 am
Thanks mate. I will provide the dustpan and brush!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 30 November, 2010, 03:22:47 pm
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/IMG_8681.jpg?t=1291129805)

It's not a new bike but it feels like it. (it's almost 5 years old and 10,000 miles)

Back in June I needed to raise my saddle (Brooks sag) but the seat post was Stuck (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=36893.0).  One thing led to another and, once the seat post got mashed up, the bike found its way to the back of the bike shed for the next 5 months.

Once I got the seatpost out, I spent some time with T-Cut, Mer Polish and grease.

I doubt it will ever get such a deep clean for some time.

It was great to be out on it again.  It's a bit of a tank but it's a great winter bike as it just trundles silently over potholes.  Once I get PBP out of the way I fully intend to load it up with panniers and use it for it's original purpose, lugging luggage between campsites.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 02 December, 2010, 01:06:45 pm
I felt quite well prepared for the commute home yesterday.

(http://i52.tinypic.com/10gl0gm.jpg)

This was taken with the work camera and any attempt to recreate the Hulver/Lance photo isn't happening with this camera. I've still lost mine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 02 December, 2010, 04:51:28 pm
Quote from: longers on 02 December, 2010, 01:06:45 pm
I felt quite well prepared for the commute home yesterday.

(http://i52.tinypic.com/10gl0gm.jpg)

This was taken with the work camera and any attempt to recreate the Hulver/Lance photo isn't happening with this camera. I've still lost mine.
Black hewitt, check
wide arm canti brakes, check
son front dynamo, check
black brooks B17 saddle, check

why have you taken the front carrier off my bike?

A good set up and I've carried curtain rails in a simmilar manner before.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 02 December, 2010, 08:18:33 pm
Quote from: matthew on 02 December, 2010, 04:51:28 pm
why have you taken the front carrier off my bike?

I'm afraid I've never fitted one, did get one with the bike though.
It's third hand to me as the chaps who had it before were both around 4" taller and it weren't a good fit.

Really happy with it, very versatile. And comfy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 06 December, 2010, 05:42:16 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 November, 2010, 06:32:40 pm
Rejigged the Pompino to be a local shopping/pub/town trips bike.

It's now got a SA 2-speed kick-operated coaster brake hub: kick back to change gear, back-pedal to brake. No cables, so it's no more cluttered than when it was fixed.

I also replaced the old burned-out roller brake bit of the dynohub with one with a cooling fin


I've now fitted a Hebie Chainglider (http://www.hebie.de/Chainglider-350-38-42-44.hebie350chainglider.0.html?&L=1) chaincase for the full 21st Century Roadster effect

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/pubpino1.jpg)

It seems to meet with feline approval, and now she won't even get oily !

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/pubpino2.jpg)

It's totally enclosed; that casing floats on the chain in a kind of sea of oiliness, and I can pop to the pub and not get my trousers oily - plus the transmission is entirely shielded from the winter grot.  Should last ages.

Here's the encased back end:

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/pubpinodroput.jpg)

and here's the front:

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/pubpinochainset.jpg)

I got a bombproof Goldtec 38 tooth 1/8 ring for £15 (bargain) and with a 22T sprocket on the back that gives me a 64" rolling gear and a mid-40s gear for the steep bits.

There's a little bit of whoosh from the chaincase when it's being ridden, but no more so than tyre noise on a wet road, and the drag is pretty imperceptible.  Given that it has an old Shimano dynohub and Marathon Plus tyres, anyway.

It's now got a Supernova E3 Triple front light, with the multimount bracket. That involved drilling through the fork crown to fit, but it's a good place to mount it.

edit: Oh yeah, and single-sided SPDs, with a platform on the other side for use with civvie shoes if needed.

That bike's come a long way in 7 years or so:

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/bikes/audaxbike.jpg)

What's original: frame (not forks); handlebar stem; headset &  bearings; rack; chaintugs; pedals.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2010, 07:07:22 pm
Interesting.  I've seen these in Velovision, and was tempted, but reasoned that I needed to keep drag to the minimum.

Let us know how you get on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 06 December, 2010, 10:24:02 pm
I like, I like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: citoyen on 07 December, 2010, 01:17:28 pm
Me too. Must get one of those. I neglected to wipe down my bike after my ride in the snow the other day and despite a liberal coating of Finish Line Extreme, I noticed this morning that it had some rust on it.  :facepalm:

I did wonder about the drag effects, but I doubt it could be any more draggy than the snow tyres.

d.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 07 December, 2010, 01:27:54 pm
Just be careful on sizing - despite what many shops say there is a specific model for each chainring size, and the options are something like 38, 42 or 44.  You'll see 42/44 as a size - doesn't exist.

Dotbike seemed to be about the only shop I could find that actually knew the correct front/rear options


   Hebie Chainglider - from &pound;34.48 | Dotbike
 (http://www.dotbike.com/productsP8668.aspx)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 07 December, 2010, 01:44:48 pm
Nice chainguard! I used to have an MZ Supa 5 with a very similar set up - excellent for the winter rallies I did when younger and 'arder.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 07 December, 2010, 01:55:22 pm
Quote
Nice chainguard!

Yes!  Does having the Hebie make it harder to get the wheel off in the event of a puncture?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 07 December, 2010, 02:10:01 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 06 December, 2010, 05:42:16 pm

(http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/bosphorus/pubpino1.jpg)


That's a very purposeful looking machine :thumbsup:.

Out of interest, why the change from drops to flats?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 07 December, 2010, 02:17:13 pm
It's not had drops on it for years. Flats are more suited to a pootling-about bike, plus that roller brake at the front seems to work best with a f'off big motorcycle-style 1980s MTB brake lever.  Not great with drop levers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 December, 2010, 07:32:52 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 06 December, 2010, 05:42:16 pm
floats on the chain in a kind of sea of oiliness

I like that chainguard  :)

This sea of oil - really? Or does it just sort of scrape along lightly? Or, indeed, have you filled it with oil like an oil-bath chainguard - in which case your chain will last about 100 years?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 07 December, 2010, 07:38:17 pm
It just scrapes along. I saw an on line review which said it was important to oil the fuck out of the chain, so I did, so it's really very, very lubed in there.  I did a decent ride today  - couple of hours, into Monmouth, round town to do some errands and back - and it's effectively silent. I was quite surprised - if there is any noise it's lost in the wind & tyre noise.  The bike's as silent as a well-maintained fixed in direct drive, and just ticks quietly in top.  It doesn't feel draggy either, though I'm sure there is some.

edit: I took some care to get a good chainline as well, which I think helps, as does having a decent and rigid chainring.  You can't get heftier than that wee Goldtec :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 December, 2010, 07:55:58 pm
It certainly looks like a brilliant winter bike option.  I wonder if Scottoil might be a good bet for the chain lube?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Quisling on 07 December, 2010, 09:31:22 pm
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p115/quisling_photos/2010-12-06bikeandtrailer.jpg)

One ancient Raleigh Maverick MTB with skinny S-licks, Dirt Monkey mudguards and a Carry Freedom Y frame (small) trailer, plus a box that once belonged to a removal company.

Quisling's winter shopping combo. :thumbsup:

The bike weighs a tonne though.  Old skool budget steelwork but it had the right brazings to make it useful and is too ugly to get stolen so worth hanging on to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 09 December, 2010, 12:11:45 pm
Quote from: Tom B on 07 December, 2010, 01:55:22 pm
Quote
Nice chainguard!

Yes!  Does having the Hebie make it harder to get the wheel off in the event of a p*nct*r*?

Ooh just seen this Q

Not especially; the rear section pops off  - or hinges up, to taste.

The bigger PITA is the reaction arm for the coaster brake, and all the faff with chain tensioning, but it has Marathon Plus tyres to (hopefully) make that an infrequent problem.  In fact, it had a flat this summer when it was still fixed, and it was because the inner tube had died of old age inside the M+ - been there years, untouched.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 10 December, 2010, 02:07:37 pm
moulton, loaded with camping gear (and fairy lights) for the YACFessex do..  I think I'd need some bigger front panniers for a longer tour but it handles brilliantly!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1010994.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 December, 2010, 02:09:57 pm
^^^ Nice one!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 10 December, 2010, 03:06:08 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5045/5249168100_495eeb0d22_z.jpg)

Our new trike (and why we're selling / sold the other cargobikes).

Not quite the spec we ordered - the hood should be black, and there should be a q/r on the seatpost clamp (distributor is sorting), but the dynohub was a bonus - can you run them backwards? If so, I'm tempted to get another and run twin dynohubs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 10 December, 2010, 03:35:52 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 10 December, 2010, 03:06:08 pm
Our new trike (and why we're selling / sold the other cargobikes).

Not quite the spec we ordered - the hood should be black, and there should be a q/r on the seatpost clamp (distributor is sorting), but the dynohub was a bonus - can you run them backwards? If so, I'm tempted to get another and run twin dynohubs.

Wow awesome, how do you steer that thing? it looks like it holds as much as a supermarket trolley!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 10 December, 2010, 05:10:30 pm
The whole box pivots around the headset mounted between the front axle and the main tube. It's great fun to ride, and is quite chuckable when you get used to it. The handling is kept in check by a massive steering damper that actually works (unlike the ones on the Winther Kangaroo and Christiania trikes I've tried).

It can take 150kg in the box - much more than a shopping trolley!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 11 December, 2010, 08:31:36 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 10 December, 2010, 03:06:08 pm
but the dynohub was a bonus - can you run them backwards? If so, I'm tempted to get another and run twin dynohubs.

You're not supposed to run SON ones backwards; apparently the innards can unscrew.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arvid on 12 December, 2010, 01:03:23 pm
(http://arvid.org/temp/IMG_5898k.JPG)
(http://arvid.org/temp/IMG_5900k.JPG)
(http://arvid.org/temp/IMG_5902k.JPG)

It worked all the 1.5km to the railway station. I couldn't see a thing in my mirror anymore though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 12 December, 2010, 02:23:51 pm
There's something extremely cool about transporting a bike on another bike. I like!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 December, 2010, 02:35:28 pm
A marvellous sight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 12 December, 2010, 02:50:52 pm
That's just showing off! Not that I'm jealous or anything
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car and a significant Birthday. Hubs, lights, saddle and a few other bits off a Thorn Raven, the rest new.  XACD frame based loosely on a Surly LHT, IRD forks and brakes, Rigida Carbide rims, Ergon supersize and super comfy bar ends, everything chosen without compromise.  I've been riding it since July, a couple of 200k Audax, tour of The Hebrides, Mildenhall Rally and the usual commute.  My perfect do it all bike ;D

(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/ph/ml/tirol.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 December, 2010, 08:05:53 pm
That is absolutely lovely!!!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 12 December, 2010, 08:15:23 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car ...

A just and fitting reward.  Looks great!  :thumbsup:

I only got rid of my car 2 years ago.  Maybe in 8 years time I'll look forward to doing something along the same lines.  Well done!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 12 December, 2010, 08:16:37 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car and a significant Birthday.

Happy 40th b'day.The bike is rather mutts nutts :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 December, 2010, 08:17:06 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
XCAD frame based loosely on a Surly LHT

I like your thinking  :)

That's an excellent machine.

What's the seatpost you have on it, btw?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:50:21 pm
Quote from: jogler on 12 December, 2010, 08:16:37 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car and a significant Birthday.

Happy 40th b'day. :thumbsup:

I wish ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:51:54 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 December, 2010, 08:17:06 pm

What's the seatpost you have on it, btw?

It's a Deda Metal Stick, not particularly exotic, just the shiniest post I could find in the right size.
 Deda Metal Stick Alloy Road Bike Seatpost Silver / Cycle Parts & Accessories  (http://www.highonbikes.com/deda-metal-stick-alloy-road-bike-seatpost-silver.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 12 December, 2010, 08:55:31 pm
PH - that is a stunning bike.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 12 December, 2010, 09:28:11 pm
Is that not fantastic ?

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 12 December, 2010, 09:48:49 pm
Ahhhh  I likie that bike! It is indeed a great looking seatpost!
Silver bikes are the new black ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 12 December, 2010, 09:51:03 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car and a significant Birthday. Hubs, lights, saddle and a few other bits off a Thorn Raven, the rest new.  XACD frame based loosely on a Surly LHT, IRD forks and brakes, Rigida Carbide rims, Ergon supersize and super comfy bar ends, everything chosen without compromise.  I've been riding it since July, a couple of 200k Audax, tour of The Hebrides, Mildenhall Rally and the usual commute.  My perfect do it all bike ;D

(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/ph/ml/tirol.jpg)

What a fabulous machine!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 13 December, 2010, 11:19:23 am
+1 to the other comments - that is a gorgeous bicycle. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 December, 2010, 01:49:27 pm
Quote from: PH on 12 December, 2010, 08:01:02 pm
My latest toy to celebrate ten years without a car and a significant Birthday. Hubs, lights, saddle and a few other bits off a Thorn Raven, the rest new.  XACD frame based loosely on a Surly LHT, IRD forks and brakes, Rigida Carbide rims, Ergon supersize and super comfy bar ends, everything chosen without compromise.  I've been riding it since July, a couple of 200k Audax, tour of The Hebrides, Mildenhall Rally and the usual commute.  My perfect do it all bike ;D

(http://www.derbyctc.org.uk/ph/ml/tirol.jpg)

I REALLY like this!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 13 December, 2010, 03:50:03 pm
That is very, VERY, nice.   :thumbsup:

My eyes are not so good......  Does it have an e.b.b. PH?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 13 December, 2010, 07:41:32 pm
You have managed to build a bike that looks as though it has been photographed in sepia. 

It's lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 13 December, 2010, 07:56:35 pm
Well, what a pleasant surprise, I wasn't expecting so many people to like it, thanks for the comments :)
Alongside some of the fine machinery in this thread it is a bit plain, that was partly the intention of course, the fact it gets no attention when parked and left somewhere is just how I wanted it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 13 December, 2010, 07:58:16 pm
Quote from: Gatlow on 13 December, 2010, 03:50:03 pm
That is very, VERY, nice.   :thumbsup:

My eyes are not so good......  Does it have an e.b.b. PH?

It is yes, a simple clamp type with hopefully little to go wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 13 December, 2010, 07:59:11 pm
Um, maybe best not to leave it parked round here then PH  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 December, 2010, 05:05:04 pm
Airborne Zeppelin:
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5125/5268563755_b7035c9af6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/5268563755/)
Airborne Zeppelin (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/5268563755/) by cnarborough (http://www.flickr.com/people/26008756@N08/), on Flickr

Bit of a change from how MV had it set up (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=39448.0).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 17 December, 2010, 05:09:55 pm
Nice  :thumbsup:

I'm pleased it's being used that way.  Not much left of the original though !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 December, 2010, 05:27:12 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 17 December, 2010, 05:09:55 pm
Not much left of the original though !

Just the frame, seat clamp, one of the bottle cages, stem shim and headset - though I did buy a new headset that'll be fitted when I get my press back at Christmas.  I scored the carbon post badly when I took it out so replaced that with an aluminium one.  I also decided not to keep the forks as they were a bit bashed about - replaced them with Columbus Minimal one-piece carbon forks.  330g!

It's a lovely bike. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 17 December, 2010, 07:16:49 pm
Chain looks a bit, er, rusty?   :smug:

So what is your impression of ti now Chris?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 17 December, 2010, 07:23:15 pm
Does that mean you have Record Pista cranks in the sapres basket?

Lovely looking bike anyway!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 December, 2010, 07:35:48 pm
Quote from: Grub on 17 December, 2010, 07:16:49 pm
Chain looks a bit, er, rusty?   :smug:

So what is your impression of ti now Chris?

It is a little rusty. :-[ Pedro's dry lube and winter don't mix.

Only ridden it 60 miles so far and most of that was with a loose headset, over-inflated tyres and the saddle too far back.  Based on that, ti's rubbish. ;D

Quote from: Tewdric on 17 December, 2010, 07:23:15 pm
Does that mean you have Record Pista cranks in the sapres basket?

Cranks may be available - though I haven't decided yet if I want to put them on my other fix or not.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 17 December, 2010, 11:06:54 pm
It seems to have an awful lot of gears. Are they really necessary? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 December, 2010, 11:32:32 pm
Nope, not at all - fun though. And there's only 20, it's not like it's a triple.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 18 December, 2010, 12:01:05 am
Should we rename you ChrisN+1 ?   :)

Nice build take 19 of those gears off and it will be beautiful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: a lower gear on 18 December, 2010, 06:23:56 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 13 December, 2010, 07:41:32 pm
You have managed to build a bike that looks as though it has been photographed in sepia. 

It's lovely.

Its 'photographic grey'!

[Poor sensitivity of early photographic emulsions promted railway locomotive builders to often paint the first locomotive of a class 'photographic grey', with all the appropriate lining and decroration, for the commemorative photograph, as the more usual dark green / dark red / black liveries would not photograph satisfactorily. The locomotive would then be repainted and relined to the client's specified livery]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 19 December, 2010, 05:20:21 pm
meet 'The SLAYER'  Rocky Mountain bikes are hand built in Canada, this was born in 2004.  Never had a full susser before, so now I'll have to offload my fixie to make room in the shed, Oh happy days.
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/102_0177.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 19 December, 2010, 05:36:02 pm
I like that, perfect for this weather too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 23 December, 2010, 07:18:01 am
My commuter, and one time Audax bike, in Christmas mode:

(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_0XrMevmAjTc/TRL3IQdji8I/AAAAAAAAA78/92GacpvSHHU/s720/IMG_0369.JPG)


Or should that be disco mode?

(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_0XrMevmAjTc/TRL3Jq-fz9I/AAAAAAAAA8A/uYcUqeSz_Ms/s720/IMG_0370.JPG)
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 December, 2010, 12:35:21 pm
Kewl!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 24 December, 2010, 09:59:51 am
Nice work there Andrij.  Just yesterday morning I was remembering the crimble lights I rode with last year, and lamenting the fact that I've not cycled (not even once) in the last month due to unwellness.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/IMG_1374.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 December, 2010, 10:44:01 am
Wahey!  Butterfly also rode with three strings of Christmas lights yesterday - red at the rear; white at the front, of course ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 December, 2010, 10:52:58 am
We're missing the tandem from M I B . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 December, 2010, 12:35:16 pm
I've been tweaking the Ribble, from this.......

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4443593394_28e2b700a3.jpg)

To this.....

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5167/5300001486_f846e43b59.jpg)

Mainly driven by my gaining a Brooks swift ti......in honey, but also because I had always planned to fit shallower drops and narrower bars since aquiring the bike from a member of this ere parish last year.

I couldn't afford Brooks bar tape, specially considering I have never fitted any before and would have to pay to have fitted at LBS, so opted for Fizik and decided to have a go fitting myself....lower risk and not a bad job considering I just had Utube as a guide.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5243/5299402021_224de58c49.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5285/5300001672_9765c84f53.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 December, 2010, 03:21:05 pm
Looks very neatly done.

What are the new bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 December, 2010, 03:55:52 pm
Ritchey classic...loosely based on classic design but oversize. I really like the feel of them but haven't ridden them yet. They're only 40cm c 2 c.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 December, 2010, 04:09:53 pm
Another Ribble Winter frame  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 December, 2010, 04:14:04 pm
Slightly smaller than yours  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 28 December, 2010, 05:33:54 pm
The new pompino, finished it today, rides great.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikevarious006.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 28 December, 2010, 07:37:09 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 28 December, 2010, 05:33:54 pm
The new pompino, finished it today, rides great.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikevarious006.jpg)
       

VERY NICE  :thumbsup: 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 December, 2010, 08:13:56 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 28 December, 2010, 05:33:54 pm
The new pompino, finished it today, rides great.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/bikevarious006.jpg)

Lovely bike. 

But isn't the chain just a tiny bit slack?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 28 December, 2010, 08:36:24 pm
Already posted on the fettling thread, but he's a XT equipped Raleigh Peak I've just finished rebuilding.

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/grave1.jpg)

Bought from a charity shop for £15. New Bottom bracket & second-hand grips, bar ends, saddle and pedals fitted (probably about £10 of items from stock in the spares box), a bit of respraying on stem & seatpost, and full strip, clean & bearing-service.

I guess it dates from about 1993. I had the LX equipped 'Summit' version BITD, but it was stolen from my garage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 December, 2010, 08:54:55 pm
^^^ Very nice John. A bit too clean though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 29 December, 2010, 01:43:59 pm
Prompted by a minor back "problem", I have spent hours looking at "Dutch Bikes". I was/am very tempted by the some of the 8 speed gear/hub braked models - but they are v heavy and v expensive. So. converted the front ends on 3 so far to give a sit up and beg ride. And it is EXCELLENT. How I wish I'd taken this route ages ago. 9 speed (and mainly XT) gives me much the same range/ratios as an Alfine (and with a Tange Prestige frame and mainly XT it is a whole lot lighter than a near 1000 quid "Dutch" - can buy a lot of cassettes for that).

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/9Up3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 29 December, 2010, 01:52:37 pm
I like the colour scheme, oncemore.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 30 December, 2010, 03:22:25 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 29 December, 2010, 01:43:59 pm
Prompted by a minor back "problem", I have spent hours looking at "Dutch Bikes". I was/am very tempted by the some of the 8 speed gear/hub braked models - but they are v heavy and v expensive. So. converted the front ends on 3 so far to give a sit up and beg ride. And it is EXCELLENT. How I wish I'd taken this route ages ago. 9 speed (and mainly XT) gives me much the same range/ratios as an Alfine (and with a Tange Prestige frame and mainly XT it is a whole lot lighter than a near 1000 quid "Dutch" - can buy a lot of cassettes for that).

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/9Up3.jpg)

Verr nice oncemore.

Where did you find those bars?

I would like to Dutch-ify my commuter bike (a hybrid/trekking bike).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 30 December, 2010, 07:43:21 pm
Thank you!

The bars are these:

SILVER ALLOY NORTH ROAD COMFORT  BIKE /CYCLE HANDLEBARS on eBay (end time  03-Jan-11 12:59:22 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SILVER-ALLOY-NORTH-ROAD-COMFORT-BIKE-CYCLE-HANDLEBARS-/280599003119?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item415500ffef)

I've bought quite a few other oddments from the Seller - always good value and service.

If you want more "extreme" (which might suit if for example you cannot easily also "raise" the front end (I've a steerer extender in the one in the photo)), then search ebay on Raleigh North Rounder. I have fitted these to my Dawes Synthesis for much the same efeect without an extender/raiser as it has a nice quill. They are wider and give more sweep-back. I haven't got a photo yet!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 31 December, 2010, 05:31:36 pm
Same Condor Tempo Fratello but photographed today with my Xmas present to myself attached.

Carradice SuperC Saddlebag and QR Bagman support.  I bought it for 400/600/1200km rides in 2011 and, long term, credit-card touring and weekend tours.

It's significantly bigger than my barley and much easier to use with gloves because of the clip-lock buckles.
The Bagman support also means it sits vertically which makes it much easier to get things out of/pack things in.  It will be very easy to take too much now, I need to exercise self-control.

The white Hi-Viz stripes are incredibly bright, much more so than my hi-viz gilet.

YACF enamel badge has pride of place, I may sew my RRTTY badge on it next.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ride%20photos/SuperC1.jpg?t=1293816604)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ride%20photos/SuperC2.jpg?t=1293816630)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/ride%20photos/SuperC3.jpg?t=1293816650)

I must clean that bike soon, it's filthy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 December, 2010, 06:22:48 pm
Classy
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 31 December, 2010, 11:42:51 pm
I can't bring myself to stab a hole in my barley I took delivery of today.   Might use the light loop too.

Lovely setup though
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 January, 2011, 01:21:02 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 31 December, 2010, 11:42:51 pm
I can't bring myself to stab a hole in my barley I took delivery of today.   Might use the light loop too.

Lovely setup though

I've had a few Audax Badges pierce my Barley, it doesn't harm them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 01 January, 2011, 10:34:54 am
Lee, what bracket are you using on the light on the seat stay?  Is it a bodge or purpose built?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 01 January, 2011, 11:46:53 am
Quote from: oncemore on 30 December, 2010, 07:43:21 pm
Thank you!

The bars are these:

SILVER ALLOY NORTH ROAD COMFORT  BIKE /CYCLE HANDLEBARS on eBay (end time  03-Jan-11 12:59:22 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SILVER-ALLOY-NORTH-ROAD-COMFORT-BIKE-CYCLE-HANDLEBARS-/280599003119?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item415500ffef)

I've bought quite a few other oddments from the Seller - always good value and service.

If you want more "extreme" (which might suit if for example you cannot easily also "raise" the front end (I've a steerer extender in the one in the photo)), then search ebay on Raleigh North Rounder. I have fitted these to my Dawes Synthesis for much the same efeect without an extender/raiser as it has a nice quill. They are wider and give more sweep-back. I haven't got a photo yet!



Brill, thanks :thumbsup:

That is essentially bang on my price point. What is their angle like to hold?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 01 January, 2011, 03:48:43 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 01 January, 2011, 11:46:53 am
Quote from: oncemore on 30 December, 2010, 07:43:21 pm
Thank you!

The bars are these:

SILVER ALLOY NORTH ROAD COMFORT  BIKE /CYCLE HANDLEBARS on eBay (end time  03-Jan-11 12:59:22 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SILVER-ALLOY-NORTH-ROAD-COMFORT-BIKE-CYCLE-HANDLEBARS-/280599003119?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item415500ffef)

I've bought quite a few other oddments from the Seller - always good value and service.

If you want more "extreme" (which might suit if for example you cannot easily also "raise" the front end (I've a steerer extender in the one in the photo)), then search ebay on Raleigh North Rounder. I have fitted these to my Dawes Synthesis for much the same efeect without an extender/raiser as it has a nice quill. They are wider and give more sweep-back. I haven't got a photo yet!



Brill, thanks :thumbsup:

That is essentially bang on my price point. What is their angle like to hold?

What can I say except that suit me! The other solution I've been trying is butterflies - took out that bike (IDENTICAL frame to the one in photo, yes I have two c.1992 Kilis) this a.m. and my back hurts!

They don't cost a lot so buy and try -IF not to your liking and you let me know within say 2 weeks I'll buy them from you for a small discount! I'll hold off replacing the butterfly set up until then.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 01 January, 2011, 04:24:39 pm
Nice bike Lee, looks a real mile eater. Good to see a full size pump fitted aswell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 01 January, 2011, 04:26:54 pm
Oncemore, thanks for the link to the bars. I am currently trying to discover the Holy Grail on my run around bike, am getting some butterfly bars from another member, but if these don't work I'll try the ones you have.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 January, 2011, 05:12:34 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 01 January, 2011, 10:34:54 am
Lee, what bracket are you using on the light on the seat stay?  Is it a bodge or purpose built?

It's a Cateye bracket with some innertube wrapped around seat-stay to get required diameter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 08 January, 2011, 11:10:19 pm
Jealous of all these people with mini fleets of bikes... But for a first and only bike, I love my Tricross. Commuter, winter bike, weekend rides, racing (eventually!), and even just popping to the supermarket:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5121/5336781001_73fd1f6414.jpg) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5121/5336781001_73fd1f6414.jpg)

Completely standard - I've only had it a couple of months - with just a couple of tweaks - full Zefal mudguards, comfy saddle because I fell off and broke the stock one, and Shimano M324 half-flat, half-SPD pedals. The only other change I'm planning is some skinny tyres when the sun comes out, ready for my (eeeek) first triathlon in September  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 January, 2011, 11:15:38 pm
Tricross is a very adaptable bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 09:54:42 am
Ok, my second post and my 'main' bike, a 2010 Thorn Raven Sport Tour.

I have arrived at this bike via a circuitous route that began with an Orbea road bike (which I then sold), then I moved the componentry off that and on to a Thorn Audax Mk 3 (which, again, I then sold!), and in the summer, I purchased a used Thorn RST in red.  To cut a long story short, after much pleasure riding the Raven, I decided to go one size up on the frame and have arrived at what I consider the perfect bike.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5122/5309853279_9546f679c5_z.jpg)

The Thorn has an 853 steel frame, lighter than a traditional touring bike, but still strong enough to carry some weight if necessary.  I'm running it with a Rohloff 14 speed hub gearbox, XTR V-Brakes, Mavic 317 rim and Shimano DH72 dynamo hub on the front, and Mavic 717 on the back.  These are shod with Schwalbe Marathon Pluses.  It is lit up by B&M IQ Cyo and Toplight XS lights.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5284/5309854399_7412e139d0_z.jpg)

The qualities of the frame are becoming apparent.  This is a bike that can be happily ridden all day with no major issues - I find it the most comfortable bike by far that I have ever had the pleasure of riding - and I thought the Audax was unbeatable!  It isn't the lightest bike in the world, but that said it is not so heavy as to cause me problems.  The rohloff hub is the single heaviest part.

Gearing is interesting, because you have to select your chain ring size carefully with a Rohloff hub.  Thorn owners will know this already, but think of the rohloff as 14 gears, one of which (gear 11) is in effect direct drive - that is, the bike behaves like a single speed in that gear.  Everything BELOW 11 you are losing pedal revolutions, everything ABOVE 11 and you are gaining pedal revolutions, relative to the rear wheel.  Therefore, by having a smaller or larger chain ring, you are able to determine the gearing that will exist in your personal gear 11.  Most Rohloffs have a 16 tooth rear sprocket, and I started off with a 42 tooth front - which came with the bike secondhand.  This was way too low a gear, so I moved up to a 46, ran that for a while, then bought a used 48 tooth ring for £10 on the Thorn forum.  Some people may think of this as a massive gear (top gear is about 109 inches!!!) but after getting used to it it suits my terrain well (East Anglia).

The gears will give you roughly the spread of ratios you would get on a 21 speed mountain bike, but as I have said, this is almost infinitely adjustable based on sprocket/chainring combinations.  The real beauty though is that the twist grip shifter allows you to simply change with one action to any gear, (even while the bike is stationary! A huge advantage!) and all the mech is sealed away inside the hub.  No abrasive winter grime, no knocks to put the gears out of line, no fiddling with two levers to change gears.  Just an oil change once a year.  

Being German, Rohloff are famous for the almost absurd over-engineering of their gear boxes - they claim that none have ever reached the end of their service lives, despite being the choice for such abuse as James Bowthorpe's round the world ride.

So far I have done roughly 80 - 100 miles a week and a mini tour of the Pennines, when the rohloff's gearing came under sharp focus.  The range of gears is simply phenomenal - gear 1 (if you can stop the bike wheelieing) will get you up the side of a tall building!

I also love the 'stealth' black paint job - there are no logos, and now I have applied reflective tape to various prominent bits, even the head tube Thorn logo has disappeared!  When it's parked up, almost nobody knows what it is!!!

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/5150514461_7742fa88af_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 January, 2011, 09:58:04 am
^^^ You've got some interesting bikes and I like the way you have arrived at your choices.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 10 January, 2011, 10:35:29 am
That is a cracking looking machine Grommit- oh, sorry, Paulson :thumbsup:

I am toying with the idea of a Rohloff for my Ridgeback touring bike.

May I be the fiorst to say however- Chains a bit slack ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 10:44:30 am
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 January, 2011, 10:35:29 am
That is a cracking looking machine Grommit- oh, sorry, Paulson :thumbsup:

I am toying with the idea of a Rohloff for my Ridgeback touring bike.

May I be the fiorst to say however- Chains a bit slack ;)

Fuzzy - thanks for the comments.

The chain is nice and slack, but unless it's almost in danger of falling off, I leave it as is.  It's adjusted via the eccentric bottom bracket, but Rohloffs don't like too tight a chain, so I run it nice and loose!

Get a rohloff, you'll never want to ride a derailleur geared bike again!!  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 January, 2011, 12:12:50 pm
That looks and sounds like a bike I would be very happy riding.

Fun and useful and copes with just about everything.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gaseous Clay on 10 January, 2011, 01:10:59 pm
That is one lovely machine  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 10 January, 2011, 02:15:25 pm
Very much the sort of bike I tend to gravitate to.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 10 January, 2011, 02:46:50 pm
Cracking machine, and I totally agree about the Rohloff. Just can't get on with the looks of riser bars though; personal preference all the same.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 January, 2011, 02:57:23 pm
Quote from: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 10:44:30 am
Get a rohloff, you'll never want to ride a derailleur geared bike again!!  8)
'Cos you won't be able to afford one :)
I'm building up an off-road tourer at the moment, but decided to go with an Alfine 11-speed hub gear (possibly with a Schlumpf Mountain Drive if the hub will handle the torque in 'low' mode) because the Rohloff prices were just plain ludicrous.

I've ridden a bike with an Alfine-11 and it's a very very tasty bit of kit and, although it lacks the range of the Rohloff it's also a third of the price. I keep trying to blag a Rohloff equipped machine for a test ride but nobody round here seems to have one - my bank balance reckons this might be a good thing :D The main problem with the Alfine-11 is availability - mine has been on back-order since September :(

Also, do you happen to know what chain you're running on the Thorn? I've got a KMC Rohloff chain specced for the Alfine-11 on the grounds that it's apparently damn near bulletproof. Any ideas?

I went of derailleurs a while ago, what with having two fixers and an Alfine-8 equipped machine :D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 10 January, 2011, 03:53:15 pm
Quote from: rdaviesb on 10 January, 2011, 02:46:50 pm
Cracking machine, and I totally agree about the Rohloff. Just can't get on with the looks of riser bars though; personal preference all the same.

I fitted Drop bars on mine.

As for chains, I use a cheap SRAM chain on my Rohloff.  There's no real need for a bullet-proof chain on a single-speed or hub gear in my opinion.  Chains are amazingly strong in tension (but you can break the best chain with a clumsy derailleur change)

As for never wanting a Derailleur again...I did.  Not that I don't love my Thorn Raven (I did 200km on it on Saturday) but it's not the perfect bike for every occasion, there isn't such a thing.  I am fortunate that I can choose to ride my "Tank" when the roads are horrible and skoggy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 10 January, 2011, 05:32:00 pm
Paulson your write ups are becoming legendary. Really useful info, I'm beginning to think you know far more than most of us on here! You've got a well specced bike there and one which obviously gives you great pleasure, long may that continue.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 10 January, 2011, 09:57:02 pm
i have taken a few days to read through this thread an idid not see my old cycles on here :o. i better rectify that ;D.
the trice and trailer
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/200910159.jpg)
and the antrotech with trailer
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/200910161.jpg)
and the thorn ,not a good shot i ll do a better one tomorrow  :)
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/cornwall%20cycle%20camping/034-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arvid on 10 January, 2011, 11:28:40 pm
Quote from: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 10:44:30 am
Get a rohloff, you'll never want to ride a derailleur geared bike again!!  8)

I have been using one for over 23000km now, and tbh I'm still not entirely convinced. But I might have become a bigger weight weenie since I bought it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 January, 2011, 08:40:14 am
Cycleman, were did you find that lovely lane to take the first two photos?
I presume they are both taken in much the same place.

I want to be riding down that lane, now!

The btrikes are nice too.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 11 January, 2011, 11:06:34 am
it is a bridleway between the a355 and the lane that continues east to hedgerley just before it crosses the north south lane from hollybush corner   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 11 January, 2011, 08:12:51 pm
Quote from: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 10:44:30 am
Get a rohloff, you'll never want to ride a derailleur geared bike again!!  8)

I find the gear change mushy on Rohloffs and much prefer Alfines in that respect.  14 gears is a nice thing, but I think the Alfine 11 is going to be a better overall buy than the Rohloff.  And since I mostly ride fixed, these days, I can't justify the spend on a Rohloff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 January, 2011, 08:42:23 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 11 January, 2011, 08:12:51 pm
Quote from: Paulson on 10 January, 2011, 10:44:30 am
Get a rohloff, you'll never want to ride a derailleur geared bike again!!  8)

I find the gear change mushy on Rohloffs and much prefer Alfines in that respect.  14 gears is a nice thing, but I think the Alfine 11 is going to be a better overall buy than the Rohloff.  And since I mostly ride fixed, these days, I can't justify the spend on a Rohloff.
If memory serves, my Alfine-11 is costing me around £400, which includes the hub, Rapidfire shifter and various other bits of control gear (cassette joint etc.) - but then I do generally get a good deal from my LBS.

I did consider a Rohloff when I was putting the original spec together towards the middle of last year, but whether it was something to do with the euro exchange rate or whatever, the cheapest disc-compatible SpeedHub I could find was over a grand :o It looks like prices have dropped a bit since then but it's still far too expensive for me. However, people I know who have them haven't had anything bad to say about them (other than the price ;) )

The Alfine-11 is a very nice piece of kit - the shifting is far snappier than my 8-speed, and it's extremely quiet too. Granted, the Alfine doesn't have the range of the Rohloff, and it has three fewer gears, but the gearing on the bike that I test rode felt like it would suit pretty much everything up to and including loaded touring. Once Shimano get the supply side of things sorted out, I reckon they'll shift a lot of them, but I don't think it'll have much effect on the sales of Rohloffs if it has any effect at all.

I did hear whispers that SRAM might be releasing an competitor to the Alfine-11 towards the end of 2011, which could make life interesting indeed but again, I don't think that Rohloff will be losing any sleep over it.

Simon
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 12 January, 2011, 05:17:49 pm
Quote from: interzen on 11 January, 2011, 08:42:23 pm
... I did consider a Rohloff  ... However, people I know who have them haven't had anything bad to say about them (other than the price ;) ) ...

Don't mention this to Wowbagger then, he's broken several, which admittedly have all been replaced by Thorn free-of-charge.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 13 January, 2011, 09:34:39 pm
Pompino with new wheels Mavic CXP22 on good hubs, rear carrier stays trimmed down.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/Image0057.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 14 January, 2011, 08:50:05 am
Quote from: cycleman on 10 January, 2011, 09:57:02 pm
i have taken a few days to read through this thread an idid not see my old cycles on here :o. i better rectify that ;D.
the trice and trailer
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/200910159.jpg)
and the antrotech with trailer
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/200910161.jpg)
and the thorn ,not a good shot i ll do a better one tomorrow  :)
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/cornwall%20cycle%20camping/034-2.jpg)

Cycleman -

Your last picture shows an interesting bike - a recumbent by the looks of it, can't see it too well in the pics - which you say is a Thorn - tell me more! Do you mean Thorn as in Thorn, or have I misread?? Never realised they made 'bents!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 14 January, 2011, 09:14:51 am
My everyday bike that'll do on and off-road. Sunday 9th January 2011, and the rain has relented. Bought off 'Ron' of this parish, at least a couple of years ago but, as they say in Royston Vasey, "Your my bike now Dave".

Kinesis 7005 aliminium frame, so nice 'n' light. Usually has slicks on, but relented this winter.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/MTB-bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 January, 2011, 09:31:42 am
Oooh ... another excuse to post a pic of Orange-Gina the Genesis :)

(http://www.interzen.co.uk/images/misc/gina2.JPG)

Taken just before I left work last night, hence the overall 'dark' vibe ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 14 January, 2011, 12:05:33 pm
Quote from: interzen on 14 January, 2011, 09:31:42 am
Oooh ... another excuse to post a pic of Orange-Gina the Genesis :)

iwoot!  I'm hoping Genesis will offer something similar with the Alfine 11 eventually though - I say eventually because it will take me a while to save up for one.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 January, 2011, 01:44:59 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 14 January, 2011, 12:05:33 pm
Quote from: interzen on 14 January, 2011, 09:31:42 am
Oooh ... another excuse to post a pic of Orange-Gina the Genesis :)

iwoot!  I'm hoping Genesis will offer something similar with the Alfine 11 eventually though - I say eventually because it will take me a while to save up for one.  ::-)
My Alfine-11 is still on bloody back-order, and has been since September  :demon: Every other bit of the bike is at the LBS, but not the hub. Doesn't help that the owner of said LBS managed to snag a Koga Signature with aforementioned can of 11 gears. I took it for a spin - both the bike and the hub are lovely.

Genesis are already offering the iO hardtail with the Alfine-11, at least according to their website - it's about £1500 or thereabouts.

The pics I took of the 11 with my 'standby' camera are here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen) - hoping I can take some more with my bad-ass new Lumix at the weekend.

The Alfine-8 Day One is a really nice ride, apparently - I'm more interested in the Versa STI-like shifter, since I may convert the Marin to drops at some point in the future. 'Gina is actually the Day One 'cross bike converted to fixed rather than singlespeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 14 January, 2011, 11:23:46 pm
a number of years ago thorn made around 4 lwb frames based on the american tour easy recumbent. for some reason they never made any more and sent the the frames to d tek recumbent s  .i happened to be at the right place at the right time and bought the frame set . kevin at d tek managed to lose the forks so i ordered a tour easy fork from the states . when it arrived i found that the thorn had a longer head tube than the te so i had a local engineering firm cut and insert a length  tube . a year after i bought it ,it was stolen from slough train station . it was recovered about 2 months later but all the thorn transfers had been removed. i have never got round to getting new ones.i will one day though  :) 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 15 January, 2011, 09:43:53 am
Quote from: cycleman on 14 January, 2011, 11:23:46 pm
a number of years ago thorn made around 4 lwb frames based on the american tour easy recumbent. for some reason they never made any more and sent the the frames to d tek recumbent s  .i happened to be at the right place at the right time and bought the frame set . kevin at d tek managed to lose the forks so i ordered a tour easy fork from the states . when it arrived i found that the thorn had a longer head tube than the te so i had a local engineering firm cut and insert a length  tube . a year after i bought it ,it was stolen from slough train station . it was recovered about 2 months later but all the thorn transfers had been removed. i have never got round to getting new ones.i will one day though  :) 

Thanks Cycleman.  Any chance of some photos?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 15 January, 2011, 02:54:09 pm
yes , as soon as i can find my camera  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 18 January, 2011, 09:04:24 am
Near Glynde with Mount Caburn in the background (at a dizzy height of 500ft), and yes, I have played with the colour a bit.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/BikeCaburn150111.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 18 January, 2011, 07:59:36 pm
Kewl. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 19 January, 2011, 04:30:00 pm
Good shot of a fine looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 19 January, 2011, 05:03:06 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 19 January, 2011, 04:30:00 pm
Good shot of a fine looking bike.
:thumbsup: +1
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 20 January, 2011, 10:39:13 am
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5208/5372491604_bf0c528dd7_z.jpg)

Birthday present of a Bagman QR expedition and a Nelson Longflap means I can get rid of the scaffolding at the back of the bike. Got to sort out lighting as my lights were all rack mounted and now I am using an Astrum at eye level which is utterly antisocial.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 20 January, 2011, 11:25:13 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 20 January, 2011, 10:39:13 am
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5208/5372491604_bf0c528dd7_z.jpg)

Birthday present of a Bagman QR expedition and a Nelson Longflap means I can get rid of the scaffolding at the back of the bike. Got to sort out lighting as my lights were all rack mounted and now I am using an Astrum at eye level which is utterly antisocial.

Real pretty looking!

Question on the front light - how've you got it mounted - is it mounted sideways or is it on the low-rider bosses?

I want to get my front light lower down (currently on the fork crown).  I know you can get the Paul Gino things from the US, but they are many dollar for such a simple thing. 

Just wondered how you were doing it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 January, 2011, 11:48:19 am
I have my rear lights at that height.  Only way to get noticed by londinial numpties. >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 20 January, 2011, 11:55:34 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 20 January, 2011, 11:25:13 am
Real pretty looking!

Question on the front light - how've you got it mounted - is it mounted sideways or is it on the low-rider bosses?

I want to get my front light lower down (currently on the fork crown).  I know you can get the Paul Gino things from the US, but they are many dollar for such a simple thing. 

Just wondered how you were doing it?

Thanks.

I was too tight to buy the Gino too. Luckily, passport make a hard plastic version of the same thing. Unfortunately, the one of the endcaps is plastic too, and it deforms, so you'll have to reinforce it with a 10p sized washer, then it works great.

Billys BMX, Skate and Bike Shop:
Bikes: :  Details (http://www.billys.co.uk/english/group.php?maingroup=bikes&dept=925&group=Q&prod=lilb-ff-bracket&PHPSESSID=3o5l4g7npmaqj01jsd7oskclb3)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 20 January, 2011, 11:57:35 am
Yes! It's my bike again!! This time by a farm with geese and hens plodding around. Also Barns & Bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=42977.0)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/AlcistonBarn3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 20 January, 2011, 12:01:06 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 20 January, 2011, 11:55:34 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 20 January, 2011, 11:25:13 am
Real pretty looking!

Question on the front light - how've you got it mounted - is it mounted sideways or is it on the low-rider bosses?

I want to get my front light lower down (currently on the fork crown).  I know you can get the Paul Gino things from the US, but they are many dollar for such a simple thing. 

Just wondered how you were doing it?

Thanks.

I was too tight to buy the Gino too. Luckily, passport make a hard plastic version of the same thing. Unfortunately, the one of the endcaps is plastic too, and it deforms, so you'll have to reinforce it with a 10p sized washer, then it works great.

Billys BMX, Skate and Bike Shop:
Bikes: :  Details (http://www.billys.co.uk/english/group.php?maingroup=bikes&dept=925&group=Q&prod=lilb-ff-bracket&PHPSESSID=3o5l4g7npmaqj01jsd7oskclb3)

Brilliant - thanks a lot for that.  Looks just the ticket.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 20 January, 2011, 12:18:27 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 20 January, 2011, 11:57:35 am
Yes! It's my bike again!! This time by a farm with geese and hens plodding around. Also Barns & Bikes (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=42977.0)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/AlcistonBarn3.jpg)

I didn't realise the cuts were going to be that drastic :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 20 January, 2011, 12:21:42 pm
Groan.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 20 January, 2011, 12:29:38 pm
I guess we should relocate to the truly aweful jokes thread.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 20 January, 2011, 02:07:52 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 20 January, 2011, 10:39:13 am
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5208/5372491604_bf0c528dd7_z.jpg)

Birthday present of a Bagman QR expedition and a Nelson Longflap means I can get rid of the scaffolding at the back of the bike. Got to sort out lighting as my lights were all rack mounted and now I am using an Astrum at eye level which is utterly antisocial.

You beauty !!!!!!
Anti social or being mowed down by some SMIDSY? Your choice. I have the same as you and a Smart superflash on the seat stay and in rush hour another on my back!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Exit Stage Left on 22 January, 2011, 05:57:55 pm
I've just got a new bike with a view to PBP, I popped into the LBS in Wednesday and they had one that someone had been testing. They put a different saddle on, a Turbomatic 4, and some gel under the tape. They've also swapped the brakes over to my preferred left hand front and fitted a different stem to match the position on the old bike. Here's a picture.

(http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/bikes/road/1288971678294-17o817vifap0i-399-75.jpg)

and the review of the actual bike. That's not me by the way.
Hewitt Chiltern  Review - BikeRadar (http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/road/product/chiltern-39909)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 22 January, 2011, 09:51:31 pm
My newly-created 27 speed Bitsa on it's test run today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/Bitsa2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 22 January, 2011, 11:06:49 pm
That Bitsa looks great.  I was ogling some mudguards like those in my lbs today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 January, 2011, 12:12:59 am
Quote from: Exit Stage Left on 22 January, 2011, 05:57:55 pm
I've just got a new bike with a view to PBP, I popped into the LBS in Wednesday and they had one that someone had been testing. They put a different saddle on, a Turbomatic 4, and some gel under the tape. They've also swapped the brakes over to my preferred left hand front and fitted a different stem to match the position on the old bike. Here's a picture.

(http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/bikes/road/1288971678294-17o817vifap0i-399-75.jpg)

and the review of the actual bike. That's not me by the way.
Hewitt Chiltern  Review - BikeRadar (http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/road/product/chiltern-39909)

Classic.  Hope to get a closer look in August.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 23 January, 2011, 11:36:33 am
N+1..

RobGul's old Galaxy frame and parts-bin bitsa componentry.  Child seat bought for £15 on ebay.

(http://www.reb.co.uk/galaxy1.jpg)

(http://www.reb.co.uk/galaxy2.jpg)

SMIDSY that you buggers!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 23 January, 2011, 12:48:07 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 22 January, 2011, 11:06:49 pm
That Bitsa looks great.  I was ogling some mudguards like those in my lbs today.

Thank you! Doubt you'll find the 'grds cheaper than Parkers (source of mine):

26" Mountain Bike 60mm Full Mudguards Black RRP £21.95 on eBay (end time  31-Jan-11 16:59:54 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/26-Mountain-Bike-60mm-Full-Mudguards-Black-RRP-21-95-/190493399300?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item2c5a4a9904)

With the adjustment at the drop out ends not as "good" as say SKS models - but a whole lot cheaper! Parkers usually have a few size options listed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 23 January, 2011, 03:22:10 pm
Here's the Olmo Giro frame I bought from Ibrahim, built to be my winter bike.  28mm GP 4 Season tyres will hopefully stop me breaking my wrists again, 7 speed should keep working for longer than 10 speed when filled with winter crud, 36 spoke wheels should survive the torture of snow-covered potholes and the yet-to-be-fitted mudguards mean that I can throw away the hated raceblades that have previously marred the Spesh in the wetter months.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5049/5381177528_f9aac1b4a8_z.jpg)

This Italian is fast and red.  I think I'll call him Enzo.    :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:25:34 pm
Beaut. There's a lot to be said for fewer gears and down tube levers on a winter/ hack bike. Nice one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 03:29:33 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:25:34 pm
Beaut. There's a lot to be said for fewer gears and down tube levers on a winter/ hack bike. Nice one.
I'm thinking 6 fewer gears and no DT levers myself  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 03:29:33 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:25:34 pm
Beaut. There's a lot to be said for fewer gears and down tube levers on a winter/ hack bike. Nice one.
I'm thinking 6 fewer gears and no DT levers myself  ;D

One step at a time, he'll soon see the light.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 23 January, 2011, 03:38:36 pm
Having ridden the Langster more in the last 3 weeks than the previous 3 years I quite like the abdication of choosing a gear.My legs & lungs are lagging behind slightly compared to my brain ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 23 January, 2011, 03:41:27 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 03:29:33 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:25:34 pm
Beaut. There's a lot to be said for fewer gears and down tube levers on a winter/ hack bike. Nice one.
I'm thinking 6 fewer gears and no DT levers myself  ;D
I've already got one of those but it's off the road atm.  I've told you why via PM, DKUATB  :P

Just to keep you happy, the shifters are 8 speed so I could swop the rear hub and increase my gear options when the cassette wears out.  It could then be a 7 speed and a singlespeed, all in one bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 03:44:36 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 03:29:33 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 23 January, 2011, 03:25:34 pm
Beaut. There's a lot to be said for fewer gears and down tube levers on a winter/ hack bike. Nice one.
I'm thinking 6 fewer gears and no DT levers myself  ;D

One step at a time, he'll soon see the light.  ;)
'Course, if you're going to do an Italian bike with lots of gears, then you need something like this:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5244/5381260046_6fc3ea2b2a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5381260046/)
P1000110 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5381260046/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 23 January, 2011, 03:51:38 pm
The crankset's Veloce, does that count?  Since the rear mech's RX100, the cassette's HG50 and the shifters are 105 (8 speed), probably not.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 23 January, 2011, 07:46:53 pm
New tyres, FSA chainset plus black bar tape, that is it now leaving it as is.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/pompinoupdate005.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 23 January, 2011, 07:52:08 pm
Very Nice, Gene.
But I preferred it with brown bar tape  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 23 January, 2011, 08:00:01 pm
Quote from: Mr Bunbury on 23 January, 2011, 03:22:10 pm
Here's the Olmo Giro frame I bought from Ibrahim, built to be my winter bike.  

This Italian is fast and red.  I think I'll call him Enzo.    :D

There's something very cool about an Italian thoroughbred that's not afraid of the winter (mudguards, tough wheels, older gearing).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 January, 2011, 08:06:55 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 23 January, 2011, 07:46:53 pm
New tyres, FSA chainset plus black bar tape, that is it now leaving it as is.

Least plausible sentence award.

I mean this in the nicest possible way. You do seem to get through a lot of permutations.  I'm not being critical - if I had the time/inclination/bits to experiment as much as you seem to I would too.

For the record, this incarnation of this bike looks lovely. Sadly, I can't seem to get on with the On One/Planet X sizing: I tried a large pompino (on paper, the correct size for me) and a medium kaffenback, but couldn't find the sweet spot with either, whatever I did.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 08:15:02 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 23 January, 2011, 08:00:01 pm
Quote from: Mr Bunbury on 23 January, 2011, 03:22:10 pm
Here's the Olmo Giro frame I bought from Ibrahim, built to be my winter bike.  

This Italian is fast and red.  I think I'll call him Enzo.    :D

There's something very cool about an Italian thoroughbred that's not afraid of the winter (mudguards, tough wheels, older gearing).
Frighteningly enough, the Super Record rear mech that I took the piccy of is destined for someone's winter bike, along with the rest of the SR groupset  :o Obviously more money than sense, although there was someone of my acquaintance in York who ran full Dura-Ace on his winter bike 'because it's reliable' ...

I'm currently having Bad Thoughts about getting a Pompino frame and building it up with carbon forks and a Sturmey AW-3 hub gear :) Might kill the cravings to do some fettling until the Alfine-11 turns up ...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 23 January, 2011, 08:18:00 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 23 January, 2011, 07:46:53 pm
that is it now

 ;D

I think it looks all of a piece now.

Aside from the saddle obviously, which needs to be black  ;)

Quote from: Mr Bunbury on 23 January, 2011, 03:22:10 pm
Here's the Olmo Giro

I like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 January, 2011, 08:19:44 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 23 January, 2011, 07:52:08 pm
Very Nice, Gene.
But I preferred it with brown bar tape  ;)

;D

I agree - the saddle and bar tape need to match.  Have you tried it with gears, or a Mag wheel?

 'Tis a pretty bike, though :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 23 January, 2011, 09:14:34 pm
Quote from: Paul on 23 January, 2011, 08:06:55 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 23 January, 2011, 07:46:53 pm
New tyres, FSA chainset plus black bar tape, that is it now leaving it as is.

Least plausible sentence award.

I mean this in the nicest possible way. You do seem to get through a lot of permutations.  I'm not being critical - if I had the time/inclination/bits to experiment as much as you seem to I would too.

For the record, this incarnation of this bike looks lovely. Sadly, I can't seem to get on with the On One/Planet X sizing: I tried a large pompino (on paper, the correct size for me) and a medium kaffenback, but couldn't find the sweet spot with either, whatever I did.

Thanks for the comments, did not mean to play around with this one so much, the large is spot on for me, I have a kaffenback as well.

Quote from: Deano on 23 January, 2011, 08:19:44 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 23 January, 2011, 07:52:08 pm
Very Nice, Gene.
But I preferred it with brown bar tape  ;)

;D

I agree - the saddle and bar tape need to match.  Have you tried it with gears, or a Mag wheel?

 'Tis a pretty bike, though :)

I only had black bar tape but I think I will switch it back to brown.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 23 January, 2011, 10:28:56 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 08:15:02 pm
Frighteningly enough, the Super Record rear mech that I took the piccy of is destined for someone's winter bike, along with the rest of the SR groupset  :o Obviously more money than sense, although there was someone of my acquaintance in York who ran full Dura-Ace on his winter bike 'because it's reliable' ...

Well, there's something to be said for maybe higher-quality hubs or headset on a winter bike, but mechs get covered in crud and eventually get sloppy. Good hubs will outlast 3-4 rims. I currently have Chorus hubs on my bike, but they did 3 summers on my best bike before being relegated, and the rear has had it's internals rebuilt and a rim replacement (on the 3rd now) in the last couple of weeks.

There was a guy on the clubrun today with a carbon frame, one-piece carbon bars/stem and deep section carbon racing wheels. He was also carrying about two stone of excess weight.  Call me harsh, but when I see this kind of thing I just think "idiot".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 January, 2011, 11:15:53 pm
After my first winter in York, during which the transmission on my touring bike took an absolute pounding due to the sheer amount of salt that was put on the roads (in stark contrast to recent events, it seems) I decided that gears-inna-can, whether there's 3, 8 or 11 of 'em, or singlespeed (fixed or free, depending on conditions) were the way forward, if only from an ease of maintainence standpoint eg. take grotty old chain off, clean crap off bike, put nice new chain on, lather, rinse and repeat.

Being the tight-fisted git that I am, it's easier and cheaper to buy and replace a bunch of chains than a complete transmission :)

A full Super Record (or similar) groupset on a winter bike does strike me as being extreme overkill, although I have no doubt that the owner of that bike has his reasons for doing so, and the bike shop certainly weren't complaining :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 26 January, 2011, 09:21:04 pm
3 shots of the thorn lwb recumbent as requested by paulson  :thumbsup:
(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/P1010116.jpg)

(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/P1010117.jpg)

(http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k411/cycleman108/2009%20-2010%20cycle%20camping%20%20and%20day%20rides/P1010118.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 January, 2011, 11:02:35 pm
It really does ride remarkably well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 January, 2011, 11:37:40 pm
I can't help thinking 'easy rider' when I look at it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 January, 2011, 11:43:11 pm
Two (poor) pictures of my stolen/recovered/Rohloff converted Enigma:-

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5136/5391022769_7493962fa9_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5391022769/)
11-01-26 Rohloff Enigma no flash (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5391022769/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5058/5392873662_9ebed50230_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392873662/)
11-01-27 Rohloff Enigma indoors (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392873662/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

I think I need to take some outdoor pictures in daylight.
Cleaning the bike might also be a good idea  ;D



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 27 January, 2011, 12:31:44 am
That is one top looking bike. I'd love to have one like it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 27 January, 2011, 10:48:07 am
That Enigma is lush!  Bet you were glad to see it again?....as well as surprised!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 27 January, 2011, 11:04:41 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 26 January, 2011, 11:43:11 pm
Two (poor) pictures of my stolen/recovered/Rohloff converted Enigma:-

I seem to recall from another thread, that you had it replaced on the insurance? Does it being recovered just get put down to a fortunate turn of events, and you end up with two bikes?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 January, 2011, 11:21:36 am
I bought it back off the insurance company for a good but not fantastic price. I think that they were glad to get some money back without the hassle of selling it themselves.
I'd already put a deposit down on the replacement bike so I was too far along that route to pull out.
Getting it back took a lot of effort to persuade GMP to go and get it. It was advertised on Ebay and it was still in Manchester.

I'll take some outdoor pictures later.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 27 January, 2011, 12:19:51 pm
Outdoor pictures:-

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5392880830_94218f2fd3_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392880830/)
11-01-27 Rohloff Enigma LHS 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392880830/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5293/5392875036_7ba27354fc_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392875036/)
11-01-27 Rohloff Enigma RHS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392875036/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5012/5392279979_851fd0d693_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392279979/)
11-01-27 Rohloff Enigma bars (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392279979/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5172/5392878572_872936a125_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392878572/)
11-01-27 Rohloff Enigma Hubbub (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5392878572/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 27 January, 2011, 12:38:42 pm
Bivvy kit test fit to the On One

(https://7002064611410838315-a-1802744773732722657-s-sites.googlegroups.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/kittesttaster/Bivvy%20kit%20test%201.JPG?attachauth=ANoY7cowKdE8ZFyUOkJSr4N8QcxFVvSAJN-Z8HcoScIuLLixj-nxQe7mTT4Xzktp7im-pdMToQeVRw_NCQSvKc9kx-uPEKd7LL0KNz5EsfWgIPbdOjeKEZsAJUmo3rtZcmarcqGknLE4RbYf0XH5r9j63S0VDqU-WWe5RLcARk7S2JH9rCI6_KKgcIhkDkZiPuHJNzDHc4Sa_Uf57CPvzJrkQB6jemO4Apb0DNA205z0dH26B7i-92k%3D&attredirects=0)

Plans are afoot to get a Revelate/Epic Designs-style frame bag made next.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 27 January, 2011, 12:57:29 pm
Pics not showing for me but there's more here: Kit test taster - TEN CYCLING CLUB (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/kittesttaster)
Looks good!

I'll be trying my setup out at the weekend so we can compare.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 27 January, 2011, 01:06:25 pm
That looks like a recipe for a huuuuge amount of fun  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 27 January, 2011, 01:16:47 pm
Quote from: MattH on 27 January, 2011, 01:06:25 pm
That looks like a recipe for a huuuuge amount of fun  :thumbsup:

There's other things afoot, but the Welsh Ride Thing at the end of May has spurred me into action (ie catching up with Chris and his bivvy/camping kit obsession).

The Welsh Ride Thing (http://welshridething.blogspot.com/)
The 2011 Welsh Ride Thing is GO! &laquo; Singletrack Forum (http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/the-2011-welsh-ride-thing-is-go)

Like a three-day offroad audax!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 27 January, 2011, 01:19:37 pm
Quote from: chris n on 27 January, 2011, 12:57:29 pm
Pics not showing for me but there's more here: Kit test taster - TEN CYCLING CLUB (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/news-2/kittesttaster)
Looks good!

I'll be trying my setup out at the weekend so we can compare.

Re the seat post being rubbed by the strap - I use a short length of pipe insulation around the critical area - works fine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 28 January, 2011, 08:17:19 pm
Managed to escape for an hour today and take the Christmas impulse purchase up to Castle Acre. The studded winter tyres were a godsend on the frozen flooded lane on the way down to the ford.

(http://www.ivytodd.com/images/carrera1024.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 29 January, 2011, 11:31:37 pm
Brown bar tape  :) plus smaller chainring, main change is I got fed up with the Deore V brakes they did not seem to want to stay central, I had a set of Avids which I planned on using on the Kaffenback but fitted today, loads better and much more feel as well.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/pompino2updateyacf001.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 January, 2011, 08:17:56 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 29 January, 2011, 11:31:37 pm
Brown bar tape  :) plus smaller chainring, main change is I got fed up with the Deore V brakes they did not seem to want to stay central, I had a set of Avids which I planned on using on the Kaffenback but fitted today, loads better and much more feel as well.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/pompino2updateyacf001.jpg)

Very nice :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 30 January, 2011, 04:36:32 pm
I've been bringing the Pogliaghi out of hibernation, which has included fitting some red wheels - CXP33 rims on 105 hubs and fitting a front brake (not sure quite what had happeded there - I suspect the commuting bike indulged in a bit of cannibalism in the shed when I was not looking.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi-1.jpg)

I probably ought to have fitted the tyres differently but, with the bike carrying an ungodly alliance of Campag and Shimano, I am not sure I should be too finicky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 01 February, 2011, 07:33:25 pm
converted my old road bike to 95" fixed for use on the rollers. 

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5051/5407720703_386d3c3d11.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5171/5407713815_da76e5d47c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2011, 07:37:50 pm
You appear to have a ski lift running through your garden!

Oh, it's electricity cables. Nice tarred wood to burn when the apocalypse arrives.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 01 February, 2011, 07:39:20 pm
yeah, we get £26 a year for that :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2011, 07:45:18 pm
For having electric poles on your land? How come? My grandfather had some running through his garden, and I'm not aware of there ever being any kind of "rent" paid. I can't remember now whether it was one or two poles, but I do remember when they replaced one and "forgot" to remove it. We sawed it up and it was great for kindling!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 01 February, 2011, 07:49:10 pm
yes - wayleave.  You get it for cables, and mobile phone towers.  Ours is a tiddler - just the usual rural line on wooden poles serving the neighbours, hence only £26 a year.  A base station will get you several thousand a year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2011, 07:51:58 pm
Hmm, must ask FiL if there's something like that in Poland. He has 3-phase going across his land (and into the shed - at least until it collapsed under the snow this winter!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 07 February, 2011, 04:39:07 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 30 January, 2011, 04:36:32 pm
I've been bringing the Pogliaghi out of hibernation, which has included fitting some red wheels - CXP33 rims on 105 hubs and fitting a front brake (not sure quite what had happeded there - I suspect the commuting bike indulged in a bit of cannibalism in the shed when I was not looking.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/pogliaghi-1.jpg)

I probably ought to have fitted the tyres differently but, with the bike carrying an ungodly alliance of Campag and Shimano, I am not sure I should be too finicky.

Nicely colour coordinated.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jameslondon on 09 February, 2011, 11:36:22 am
My 'new' Paddy Wagon. It's been fitted with new wheels, forks, brakes, seatpost (just managed to break the clamp, anyone know where to get USE spares?).

I've just replaced the saddle with a Charge grey one, need to fit new tape and ideally new brake hoods or perhaps - I'm thinking - new levers on the top bars instead.

(how do you insert images ???)

paddywagon | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36227452@N00/5424975592/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 09 February, 2011, 11:59:14 am
Quote from: Jameslondon on 09 February, 2011, 11:36:22 am
My 'new' Paddy Wagon. It's been fitted with new wheels, forks, brakes, seatpost (just managed to break the clamp, anyone know where to get USE spares?).

I've just replaced the saddle with a Charge grey one, need to fit new tape and ideally new brake hoods or perhaps - I'm thinking - new levers on the top bars instead.

(how do you insert images ???)

paddywagon | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/36227452@N00/5424975592/)

like this you mean? First button on the left, or use this with square brackets instead -> {img}url for pic{/img}

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5424975592_440303c792_z.jpg)

Looks nice - why do you want to replace the brake levers? They look like the nice comfy tektro ones.

Oh, and chain's a bit slack  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jameslondon on 09 February, 2011, 12:07:56 pm
Cheers, I tried that and it didn't work, must have done something wrong!

The chain is right now. The hoods are worn/split and I can't seem to find replacements, but a new pair of levers can be bought for under £20. Nothing wrong with them, but I'm finding I'm riding on the bars more than the drops. I'm not really used to it yet though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 09 February, 2011, 12:38:16 pm
That is a fine looking bike  :thumbsup:

I hope you have many happy times together!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 09 February, 2011, 01:26:33 pm
I've always been fond of Konas.  I miss my Super Delux Mtb  :(

Great looking bike that :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 09 February, 2011, 05:03:48 pm
Coincidentally I saw a Paddy Wagon yesterday for the first time and it's a good looking bike. The owner also said it was great to ride. (Put some mudguards on though) and enjoy.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 09 February, 2011, 07:15:43 pm
That's a lovely bike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 09 February, 2011, 07:25:13 pm
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/07102010013.jpg)

....my Planet X after a well earned clean and polish  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 February, 2011, 09:56:55 pm
I like the twin machine guns.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 10 February, 2011, 06:26:05 pm
Now with added mudguardy goodness

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020498.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2011, 07:01:36 pm
I like that very much.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 10 February, 2011, 09:21:58 pm
Pompino last Sunday


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Image0068.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 10 February, 2011, 09:41:44 pm
Pomps are great. Yours is no exception. Like the bar tape  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2011, 09:51:57 pm
Like the road sign!

The bike's nice too.  :)
Title: It will never be this clean again
Post by: Phil21 on 13 February, 2011, 05:10:25 pm
My new Van Nicholas Yukon. It arrived just before Christmas, and since then has been sitting in my bedroom (I have had the builders in until last week, nowhere else to put it!)

If weather permits, I will be taking her out on a short jaunt to Richmond park next Saturday, then probably a DIY on Sunday.

When it arrived I was amazed by how light it was, so I have made a deliberate effort to get it audax-ready without piling on the pounds. Instead of the rear rack and rack-pack I used last year I got this little Ortlieb saddlepack, which I reckon should be good for up to a 300km. After that, a small Carradice will probably be required. 9.5kg as pictured. Just need to add a front light.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf3gyJp4cI/AAAAAAAAGmI/j5Y8TUbZGcQ/s1024/DSC00082.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf0biIoXOI/AAAAAAAAGkk/nlM9wLTN0HY/s1024/DSC00058.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf189iYUXI/AAAAAAAAGlM/hB6t3j484bs/s1024/DSC00067.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf19URG-xI/AAAAAAAAGlQ/JNdkjndGzso/s1024/DSC00068.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf190ZdeCI/AAAAAAAAGlU/IaRRlQ1iQTY/s1280/DSC00069.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf1-7bIkrI/AAAAAAAAGlc/By0dEKgdPX0/s1024/DSC00071.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf1B-vMkGI/AAAAAAAAGlA/ugERntA0b3Y/s1024/DSC00065.JPG)

Title: Re: It will never be this clean again
Post by: Aidan on 13 February, 2011, 06:34:49 pm
Quote from: Maidenhead Phil on 13 February, 2011, 05:10:25 pm
My new Van Nicholas Yukon. It arrived just before Christmas, and since then has been sitting in my bedroom (I have had the builders in until last week, nowhere else to put it!)

If weather permits, I will be taking her out on a short jaunt to Richmond park next Saturday, then probably a DIY on Sunday.

When it arrived I was amazed by how light it was, so I have made a deliberate effort to get it audax-ready without piling on the pounds. Instead of the rear rack and rack-pack I used last year I got this little Ortlieb saddlepack, which I reckon should be good for up to a 300km. After that, a small Carradice will probably be required. 9.5kg as pictured. Just need to add a front light.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf3gyJp4cI/AAAAAAAAGmI/j5Y8TUbZGcQ/s1024/DSC00082.JPG)



MMMMM very nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 13 February, 2011, 06:52:53 pm
Very nice indeed  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 13 February, 2011, 06:55:58 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5211/5441305247_b2de308405.jpg)

New hood (black, instead of red that it was supplied with by mistake), handlebar (Azor Transport bar - semi-square bend), pedals (Pedalites) and mudguard lights (PDW fenderbots).
Title: Re: It will never be this clean again
Post by: Torslanda on 13 February, 2011, 07:14:38 pm
Quote from: Maidenhead Phil on 13 February, 2011, 05:10:25 pm
My new Van Nicholas Yukon.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_uTI4fdcN1rk/TVf189iYUXI/AAAAAAAAGlM/hB6t3j484bs/s1024/DSC00067.JPG)


Chain's a bit . . . well . . .             . . . clean, really.  :o

Nice bike, thoughbut.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 13 February, 2011, 07:58:26 pm
'Bob'

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5140/5441826610_23c3a8860d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5441826610/)
'Bob' (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5441826610/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Phil21 on 13 February, 2011, 08:31:30 pm
Thanks guys. Really looking forward to a summer of cycling goodness  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2011, 09:10:57 am
Phil, I have no idea how you have resisted riding that bike all day every day since you got it.

Windy, Bob looks like he wants to go his own way.
Title: Pink Her Ride
Post by: TimC on 14 February, 2011, 06:34:12 pm
The latest update to Rosie, Lady V's Look 555:

(Edit: the update is the White Ksyrium Equipes, not the boa and tissue paper - but it is her birthday tomorrow!)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/DSC00865.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 February, 2011, 06:40:00 pm
ooh - an aeroboa..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 14 February, 2011, 07:21:31 pm
Quote from: windy on 13 February, 2011, 07:58:26 pm
'Bob'

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5140/5441826610_23c3a8860d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5441826610/)
'Bob' (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5441826610/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

That's proper tidy.   :thumbsup:

Vigorelli?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 February, 2011, 08:36:50 pm
Cheers Tewdric, not a vigorelli, an old 70's road frame, bought off the forum - can't remember who from now - and renovated

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/224/496328158_900e325a3f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/496328158/)
531 bob jackson 1977 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/496328158/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1012/1473275648_a64ecb6de8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/1473275648/)
IMG_2618 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/1473275648/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 14 February, 2011, 08:41:55 pm
For L'Eroica?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 February, 2011, 08:48:55 pm
No, I'll be using this one -

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4094/5410984441_df31aebf46.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5410984441/)
Henry Burton (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5410984441/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

The Team Raleigh that I raced on 1977 to 1980 (last resprayed - and rebadged - about 15 yrs ago)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2574/3757598756_a2d0f088fb.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/3757598756/)
Halesowen RR 1979 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/3757598756/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

It's being sent away for a respray this weekend - and Ive got some nice old campag bits for the rebuild (thanks Clarion) :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 February, 2011, 09:42:32 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 February, 2011, 08:48:55 pm
No, I'll be using this one -

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4094/5410984441_df31aebf46.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5410984441/)
Henry Burton (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5410984441/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

The Team Raleigh that I raced on 1977 to 1980 (last resprayed - and rebadged - about 15 yrs ago)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2574/3757598756_a2d0f088fb.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/3757598756/)
Halesowen RR 1979 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/3757598756/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

It's being sent away for a respray this weekend - and Ive got some nice old campag bits for the rebuild (thanks Clarion) :)

I'm having a little moment here. I'm regularly delighted by posts on this thread, but rarely moved to comment. It's something to do with having met both of you (Windy & Clarion: courtesy of this forum, or one before it), but also to do with loving bikes and riding.

I think I know a little of the history of both these bikes from here/abouts, and seeing them both renewing their lives through your love/care/devotion makes me feel all warm and fuzzy.

Anyway, it's all lovely. Thanks for the pics, Windy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 09:05:34 am
A soon to be not part of my winter bike courtesy of Perthshire Highways..

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5448911603_0cc5557843.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/)
Broken rim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 February, 2011, 09:54:28 am
Eek.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 February, 2011, 10:09:21 am
Quote from: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 09:05:34 am
A soon to be not part of my winter bike courtesy of Perthshire Highways..

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5448911603_0cc5557843.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/)
Broken rim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr


That'll buff out! :D

But seriously that looks nasty
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 February, 2011, 11:18:04 am
oof!

Must have hit the pothole at a good old speed?  Good that it's only the rim broken and not you!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 11:49:41 pm
Dark, following someone else, seated and not far off 20mph. Something north of 92 kilos. The rim has now been replaced. The crack is visible on the inside wall as well, and there is a good ding on the crotchet bit of the sidewall.

The chap in the LBS said ' what colour rim do you want?' I replied that I didn't care as it would be winter grey within a few weeks anyhow.

..d 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 18 February, 2011, 05:16:19 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 09:05:34 am
A soon to be not part of my winter bike courtesy of Perthshire Highways..

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5448911603_0cc5557843.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/)
Broken rim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr


That's so filthy as to be pornographic! I suggest that the rim self-destructed out of shame  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 February, 2011, 05:22:19 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 18 February, 2011, 05:16:19 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 09:05:34 am
A soon to be not part of my winter bike courtesy of Perthshire Highways..

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5448911603_0cc5557843.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/)
Broken rim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr


That's so filthy as to be pornographic! I suggest that the rim self-destructed out of shame  :demon:

I never realised they found a bicycle on the Mary Rose.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: robbo6 on 19 February, 2011, 04:51:02 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 February, 2011, 08:36:50 pm
Cheers Tewdric, not a vigorelli, an old 70's road frame, bought off the forum - can't remember who from now - and renovated

Me it was my late brother's, originally bought from Ribble Cycles for £76, someone had paid a deposit and not gone back for it, in 1977. I'm glad to see it getting used.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 February, 2011, 07:32:15 pm
Quote from: Bouthrey Bridge on 19 February, 2011, 04:51:02 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 February, 2011, 08:36:50 pm
Cheers Tewdric, not a vigorelli, an old 70's road frame, bought off the forum - can't remember who from now - and renovated

Me it was my late brother's, originally bought from Ribble Cycles for £76, someone had paid a deposit and not gone back for it, in 1977. I'm glad to see it getting used.

Aah yes, I remember now you were selling a Woodrup at the same time

It's a lovely frame, handles really nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 21 February, 2011, 08:42:52 am
Quote from: LEE on 18 February, 2011, 05:22:19 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 18 February, 2011, 05:16:19 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 16 February, 2011, 09:05:34 am
A soon to be not part of my winter bike courtesy of Perthshire Highways..

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5448911603_0cc5557843.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/)
Broken rim (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/5448911603/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr


That's so filthy as to be pornographic! I suggest that the rim self-destructed out of shame  :demon:

I never realised they found a bicycle on the Mary Rose.

I must say that the lighting on the photo gives it a certain BBC2 historic research programme quality........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 21 February, 2011, 07:04:56 pm
An update on my Thorn Raven Sport Tour - now with drops!!!  It rides beautifully, and the Rohloff shifter is now on the accessory bar below the stem.  I have also put the black B17 on since this photo, as it seems to suit the black bar tape better!  The honey coloured B17 is on the tandem now.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5453872904_1dc3e2bb37_b.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5180/5453262031_8951262532_b.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5140/5453874552_971e89b0d9_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 07:21:00 pm
Good choice. nice bike. How does it handle having a bag on the bars ? I've always used the rear of a bike for luggage/bags.
So would you say drops are a improvement ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 07:31:06 pm
Squeeeeeeeeeeeee!l I have just returned from a magnificent trip to Tewdric's SICRUT BWNCWR where my boxes of bits were magically transformed into this! Many many thanks to Tewdric for all his meticulous work building it, I learned a lot watching too.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/n1001.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/n1003.jpg)

I have a new baby  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 21 February, 2011, 07:34:56 pm
Many congratulations!

I look forward to seeing more photos of your baby during- and post-PBP.

It's very, very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 07:39:40 pm
Thats nice. I like the gear ratio ya picked. Ive got a Stronglight compact and need something smaller. what is your chainset, cost, ratio ? Thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 07:46:48 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 07:39:40 pm
what is your chainset, cost, ratio ?

You really don't want to know!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2011, 07:47:57 pm
That's beautiful!

And the bike's not too bad, either. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 07:53:48 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 07:39:40 pm
Thats nice. I like the gear ratio ya picked. Ive got a Stronglight compact and need something smaller. what is your chainset, cost, ratio ? Thanks.

It's an SRAM Apex long rear mech with 11-32 cassette with an SRAM XX chainset (28/42) and front mech. The shifters and BB are Apex.The XX bits were pretty expensive (£390 from CRC) and I bought a whole Apex groupset for £400 from Fudge's cycles, but I will sell the front mech and chainset that I didn't use.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 February, 2011, 07:55:06 pm
See, that's what I call gears :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 07:58:22 pm
Quote from: Kim on 21 February, 2011, 07:55:06 pm
See, that's what I call gears :)

I reckon I can take Smalldean Lane on this baby! All I need to do now is learn how to ride it, I felt like a kid who just lost the stabilisers trying to ride drops for the first time!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:03:04 pm
Why Feline, you bike is puuuuurrrrrrtttttty! :)

Many Happy Miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 February, 2011, 08:04:30 pm
More Ti loveliness  :thumbsup:
Looks good Feline.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 08:05:24 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:03:04 pm
Why Feline, you bike is puuuuurrrrrrtttttty! :)

Many Happy Miles.

Thanks  :D
I am well known in my CTC for wearing stuff to match my bike, I am now thinking I should turn up next week wearing black and silver for a laugh  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 08:07:41 pm
Oh ! my budget to replace my compact Stronglight is £60 lol
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 08:09:24 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 21 February, 2011, 08:07:41 pm
Oh ! my budget to replace my compact Stronglight is £60 lol

Oh! I guess the XX maybe isn't for you right now then :(
It is a very lovely looking quiche IMO though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 21 February, 2011, 08:13:47 pm
That looks very nice  :thumbsup:

Some good choices there, and having specified every component then been there at its birth should make it very special machine for you (much better than taking an off-the-peg option).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 21 February, 2011, 08:14:20 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:03:04 pm
Why Feline, you bike is puuuuurrrrrrtttttty! :)

Many Happy Miles.

Enjoy  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: F2H on 21 February, 2011, 08:45:29 pm
That looks lovely Feline. I have an appointment with Tewdric and his fettling skills next week and I'm hoping it'll turn out looking pretty similar to yours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 February, 2011, 08:48:21 pm
Very nice indeed, Feline, and properly put together too, I've no doubt.

Many happy miles on it  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:01:07 pm
Thanks everyone for your comments :)
It looks so nice at the moment I am loathe to start adding accessories to it to spoil the clean lines and light weight! It will soon be sporting a Caradice Super C Barley, A Garmin on the stem and an IQ Cyo light though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 21 February, 2011, 09:12:02 pm
Very nice.  Did it need long drop brakes in the end or did you get away with the standard SRAM ones?  Interesting gearing, I look forward to hearing how it works out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:16:24 pm
Quote from: PH on 21 February, 2011, 09:12:02 pm
Very nice.  Did it need long drop brakes in the end or did you get away with the standard SRAM ones?  Interesting gearing, I look forward to hearing how it works out.

It has the long drop brakes on it. We didn't actually try the SRAM groupset ones on it but with my 25mm tyres and 35mm guards on it is snug so I suspect they wouldn't have left enough clearance. It's first longish ride will hopefully be the Gospel Pass 150k so I will report fully on how it behaves then! At this stage I can hardly ride it as I am a complete drops n00b!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:17:33 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:01:07 pm
Thanks everyone for your comments :)
It looks so nice at the moment I am loathe to start adding accessories to it to spoil the clean lines and light weight! It will soon be sporting a Caradice Super C Barley, A Garmin on the stem and an IQ Cyo light though!

What we didn't do was offer up the bagman.  I'd be cautious about moving the saddle back to accomodate a bagman give the excellent riding position we got to.  If it doesn't fit on what saddle rail you have left then it might be worth thinking about an alternative bag support.

It's a truly lovely bike - absolutely perfect for what you're going to be doing with it.  

It did need long drop brakes for sure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 21 February, 2011, 09:18:01 pm
Make sure you cross post now into the titanium owner's thread too.   ;D
Looks sweet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 February, 2011, 09:22:26 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:17:33 pm
I'd be cautious about moving the saddle back to accomodate a bagman give the excellent riding position we got to.

It is a problem with the Bagman: I reckon it necessitates losing 20 mm of usable rail space. I'm beginning to look at alternatives for the Bob Jackson; the Audax bike seems fine with it.

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:24:15 pm
The other thing we etsablished is that the proper technique for taping bars is EXACTLY like that for bandaging small animals' legs..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:27:14 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:17:33 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:01:07 pm
Thanks everyone for your comments :)
It looks so nice at the moment I am loathe to start adding accessories to it to spoil the clean lines and light weight! It will soon be sporting a Caradice Super C Barley, A Garmin on the stem and an IQ Cyo light though!

What we didn't do was offer up the bagman.  I'd be cautious about moving the saddle back to accomodate a bagman give the excellent riding position we got to.  If it doesn't fit on what saddle rail you have left then it might be worth thinking about an alternative bag support.

It's a truly lovely bike - absolutely perfect for what you're going to be doing with it.  

It did need long drop brakes for sure.

If I did find the bagman wouldn't fit, would switching to a seatpost without layback solve the issue or is there a reason this wouldn't work? I think I had better go try out the Bagman now or I might not sleep tonight pondering the issue!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:30:16 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:27:14 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 09:17:33 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:01:07 pm
Thanks everyone for your comments :)
It looks so nice at the moment I am loathe to start adding accessories to it to spoil the clean lines and light weight! It will soon be sporting a Caradice Super C Barley, A Garmin on the stem and an IQ Cyo light though!

What we didn't do was offer up the bagman.  I'd be cautious about moving the saddle back to accomodate a bagman give the excellent riding position we got to.  If it doesn't fit on what saddle rail you have left then it might be worth thinking about an alternative bag support.

It's a truly lovely bike - absolutely perfect for what you're going to be doing with it.  

It did need long drop brakes for sure.

If I did find the bagman wouldn't fit, would switching to a seatpost without layback solve the issue or is there a reason this wouldn't work? I think I had better go try out the Bagman now or I might not sleep tonight pondering the issue!

An alternate seatpost could work - less layback rather than no layback I'd have thought  - you'll have to measure it up if it's necessary to move the saddle.  

Or you could try the SQR, or even try the barley without a support, or even (heresy) a large saddle pack.  Or a Tubus titanium rack!  :thumbsup:

The Super C Barley is a very cool bag though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyH on 21 February, 2011, 09:35:57 pm
Congratulations Feline  :thumbsup: Looks great.

Did Ten CC actually patent quiche?
http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche)

Black Barley ?


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 February, 2011, 09:43:08 pm
Nice bike, Lara  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:58:38 pm
Success! It does just fit on the rails without disturbing the saddle position  :D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/caradicegoodness003.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/caradicegoodness002.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/caradicegoodness001.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 21 February, 2011, 10:03:07 pm
I see the bike has quite rightly taken pride of place in front of the TV  ;D

I must get round to getting photos of my new bike and sending DocSquid some of the Ground anchor & chain in use.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 February, 2011, 10:03:37 pm
That's a PBP bike, that is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Phil21 on 21 February, 2011, 10:04:07 pm
Nice bike Feline  :thumbsup:  Non-horizontal top tubes make a bike look cool, almost as if it wants to pounce like a cat...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 February, 2011, 10:05:22 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:58:38 pm
Success! It does just fit on the rails without disturbing the saddle position

Good, similar to the fit on my Audax bike :) I was thinking that your saddle looked fairly far back on the post, and that there ought to be space depending on the design of the saddle clamp.

They might have sorted the issue out now, but it has been the case that the grub screws in the Bagman are a bit prone to loosening off: proper Allen head bolts resolve the issue.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 10:10:04 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 21 February, 2011, 10:05:22 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 09:58:38 pm
Success! It does just fit on the rails without disturbing the saddle position

Good, similar to the fit on my Audax bike :) I was thinking that your saddle looked fairly far back on the post, and that there ought to be space depending on the design of the saddle clamp.

They might have sorted the issue out now, but it has been the case that the grub screws in the Bagman are a bit prone to loosening off: proper Allen head bolts resolve the issue.

Mine seems to have a single 6mm Allen head bolt with a washer, it looks pretty solid but I will check it after a few miles to make sure. Mine is the QR version of the bagman, not sure if that makes a difference.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 10:11:29 pm
Quote from: Maidenhead Phil on 21 February, 2011, 10:04:07 pm
Nice bike Feline  :thumbsup:  Non-horizontal top tubes make a bike look cool, almost as if it wants to pounce like a cat...

I am quite glad it isn't horizontal since I then might struggle to get a leg over  ;D I won't be riding it in a skirt though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:13:40 pm
Still got my three main bikes - Cotic Soul; Fixie Inc Peacemaker (though I think that's got a crack in a chainstay); and Planet X Kaffenback.

But two projects in the garage, one very new (that confirms Cotic fanboy status), and one very old that I've finally got round to working on (and has me in the esteemed company of Elgar).

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5088/5292677700_0e7f6f0f58.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5292677700/)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5009/5292076215_ee008964a5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5292076215/)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5172/5390020269_bfe0395e97.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5390020269/)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5390021339_67e6cb89bd.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5390021339/)

(decals on the Sunbeam courtesy of H Lloyd Cycles)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 February, 2011, 10:19:32 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 07:31:06 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/n1003.jpg)

That post there in the background. Hell, yeah - the one with the orange reflectors.
Is that just *slightly* not straight, Tewdric?
Hmmm?
  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 21 February, 2011, 10:20:44 pm
Quote from: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:13:40 pm
Still got my three main bikes - Cotic Soul; Fixie Inc Peacemaker (though I think that's got a crack in a chainstay); and Planet X Kaffenback.

But two projects in the garage, one very new (that confirms Cotic fanboy status), and one very old that I've finally got round to working on (and has me in the esteemed company of Elgar).


(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5172/5390020269_bfe0395e97.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5390020269/)


(decals on the Sunbeam courtesy of H Lloyd Cycles)

Where's the rest of the chain stay and the seat stays ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 21 February, 2011, 10:21:40 pm
Lovely bike Feline. I like the contrast of titanium, latest SRAM gears and carbon seat post with Brooks and Carradice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:23:18 pm
Quote from: matthew on 21 February, 2011, 10:20:44 pm
Where's the rest of the chain stay and the seat stays ???

They detach, believe it or not. The chainstay is within an oil bath chaincase, the seat stays are held together by a bridge, and then bolt in at the top of the seat tube and at the end of the chainstays. Rather ingenious I thought as I stripped it down. Less so, I thought, when I realised I've somehow lost the various bolts in the time between sending it off for a respray and getting it back...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 February, 2011, 10:25:22 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 21 February, 2011, 10:19:32 pm
Is that just *slightly* not straight, Tewdric?

It got modified by an Audi recently - I need to get round to mixing some muck to fix it!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2011, 10:26:07 pm
Sorry to hear about your Peacemaker.  I've lusted after that bike for a while now.  The Sunbeam is looking good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:27:39 pm
Quote from: clarion on 21 February, 2011, 10:26:07 pm
Sorry to hear about your Peacemaker.  I've lusted after that bike for a while now.  The Sunbeam is looking good.

I'm still riding it - not done a thorough investigation. Although clearly I'm growing up, AND feeling the n+1 vibe, and looking at getting an old frame that I can stick 'guards on (and probably a rear brake as well) to replace it as the daily commuter. Will keep the frame and get it sorted/resprayed in due course and have it as a 'fair weather fixed'. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 10:28:00 pm
Quote from: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:13:40 pm
(decals on the Sunbeam courtesy of H Lloyd Cycles)

I like those Sunbeam decals  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 February, 2011, 10:28:13 pm
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:29:31 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 10:28:00 pm
Quote from: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:13:40 pm
(decals on the Sunbeam courtesy of H Lloyd Cycles)

I like those Sunbeam decals  :thumbsup:

Really nice friendly chap I was in touch with for them as well. Some are basically stickers, some are waterslides. Need to lacquer over them to protect them, but very very impressed (and their range is astonishing).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 21 February, 2011, 10:33:42 pm
Quote from: AnthCC on 21 February, 2011, 10:23:18 pm
Quote from: matthew on 21 February, 2011, 10:20:44 pm
Where's the rest of the chain stay and the seat stays ???

They detach, believe it or not. The chainstay is within an oil bath chaincase, the seat stays are held together by a bridge, and then bolt in at the top of the seat tube and at the end of the chainstays. Rather ingenious I thought as I stripped it down. Less so, I thought, when I realised I've somehow lost the various bolts in the time between sending it off for a respray and getting it back...

As you say ingenious but with a fatal flaw, but then so do all the best ideas.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 February, 2011, 11:33:03 pm
Too many gorgeous bikes over the past few pages to comment on.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 22 February, 2011, 09:02:33 pm
This is my 16 year old British Eagle purchased from a shop in Cornwall and which first served as my off road machine but finally ended up as my commuter bike in London. The wheels and the rest of the transmission have been swapped out a number of times but a lot of the bike remains original. It's not a very sleek nor nippy creature but I love it to bits.

(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e312/Sigod/photo10.jpg?t=1298407909)

I'm about to upgrade to a Tricross 2011 Road (cheers Mr Wascally Weasel for your input sir) which I'm excited about but I think my heart will always reside with this mongrel.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 February, 2011, 09:12:51 pm
That looks lovely Sigod  :thumbsup:
I can understand your affection for it.
I feel the same about my old MTB.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 22 February, 2011, 09:22:16 pm
Thanks Chocolatebike and I'm glad it's not just me.  :) I have a mate of mine where I work that still uses his old 1980's Peugeot roadbike as a winter trainer even though he has a much better machine to hand. Ah bless.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 23 February, 2011, 10:26:06 am
Quote from: AndyH on 21 February, 2011, 09:35:57 pm
Did Ten CC actually patent quiche?
http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche)

No we didn't, and Feline seems to be pushing the boundaries of quiche anyway.

My 42/28 evolved from want to get a nearly 1:1 gear using the close ratios of a road cassette.

Feline, can I ask why, on what seems to be a no expense spared dream bike, you went for the Black Rain fork? Was there nothing else available? Seems an odd way round to do it, with the price of the chainset!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 24 February, 2011, 08:46:46 am
Not looked at this for a while and there are too many class bikes put on recently. The way things are going YACF will be spending the UK out of the recession on our own.
Fantastic bikes all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 24 February, 2011, 10:47:13 am
Cycling certainly seems to be one of the few growth areas in the economy right now. In my old neck of the woods (East Sheen - South West London), there used to be only one bike shop and now there are five!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 24 February, 2011, 11:05:30 am
Quote from: Paul D on 23 February, 2011, 10:26:06 am
Quote from: AndyH on 21 February, 2011, 09:35:57 pm
Did Ten CC actually patent quiche?
http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche)

No we didn't, and Feline seems to be pushing the boundaries of quiche anyway.

My 42/28 evolved from want to get a nearly 1:1 gear using the close ratios of a road cassette.

Feline, can I ask why, on what seems to be a no expense spared dream bike, you went for the Black Rain fork? Was there nothing else available? Seems an odd way round to do it, with the price of the chainset!

The fork and headset came with the frame from Sabbath, included in the price. I didn't really see much advantage choosing anything different tbh, but I would be glad to hear suggestions/reasons for improving on it :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 24 February, 2011, 11:14:02 am
Because if you don't buy something new you'll get withdrawal symptoms from not having boxes of shiny bike kit delivered to your door?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paulson on 24 February, 2011, 08:38:50 pm
Quote from: sigod on 22 February, 2011, 09:02:33 pm
This is my 16 year old British Eagle purchased from a shop in Cornwall and which first served as my off road machine but finally ended up as my commuter bike in London. The wheels and the rest of the transmission have been swapped out a number of times but a lot of the bike remains original. It's not a very sleek nor nippy creature but I love it to bits.

(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e312/Sigod/photo10.jpg?t=1298407909)

I'm about to upgrade to a Tricross 2011 Road (cheers Mr Wascally Weasel for your input sir) which I'm excited about but I think my heart will always reside with this mongrel.  :)

I had one of these, what model was it?  I sold it last year - after a powder coating and upgrade of various worn out bits.  Sadly the ebayer who bought it got a bargain and I barely covered my costs!!!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3587/3322342215_f7d16e23e0.jpg)

and after....

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2615/3833517704_f80782e2d3.jpg)

The full story and pics are on my blog here, too much to paste in to this post.

http://paulmor.wordpress.com/category/my-bikes/project-british-eagle/ (http://paulmor.wordpress.com/category/my-bikes/project-british-eagle/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 24 February, 2011, 09:09:14 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 08:05:24 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:03:04 pm
Why Feline, you bike is puuuuurrrrrrtttttty! :)

Many Happy Miles.

Thanks  :D
I am well known in my CTC for wearing stuff to match my bike, I am now thinking I should turn up next week wearing black and silver for a laugh  ;D

Seen this? 

Genuine Sram XX Team Gilet Size L on eBay (end time  27-Feb-11 21:25:44 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Genuine-Sram-XX-Team-Gilet-Size-L-/320660462594?pt=UK_Cycling_Clothing&hash=item4aa8da5c02)

 :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 25 February, 2011, 01:10:53 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 24 February, 2011, 09:09:14 pm
Quote from: Feline on 21 February, 2011, 08:05:24 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 21 February, 2011, 08:03:04 pm
Why Feline, you bike is puuuuurrrrrrtttttty! :)

Many Happy Miles.

Thanks  :D
I am well known in my CTC for wearing stuff to match my bike, I am now thinking I should turn up next week wearing black and silver for a laugh  ;D

Seen this? 

Genuine Sram XX Team Gilet Size L on eBay (end time  27-Feb-11 21:25:44 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Genuine-Sram-XX-Team-Gilet-Size-L-/320660462594?pt=UK_Cycling_Clothing&hash=item4aa8da5c02)

 :demon:

LMAO! I must have it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wascally Weasel on 25 February, 2011, 01:17:05 am
Quote from: sigod on 22 February, 2011, 09:02:33 pm
This is my 16 year old British Eagle purchased from a shop in Cornwall and which first served as my off road machine but finally ended up as my commuter bike in London. The wheels and the rest of the transmission have been swapped out a number of times but a lot of the bike remains original. It's not a very sleek nor nippy creature but I love it to bits.

(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e312/Sigod/photo10.jpg?t=1298407909)

I'm about to upgrade to a Tricross 2011 Road (cheers Mr Wascally Weasel for your input sir) which I'm excited about but I think my heart will always reside with this mongrel.  :)

I did a total 180 WHO THE FUCK NICKED SIMON'S BIKE! and then realised it was you.  Oops.

I still think, at least in that photo although an oldie it looks like a cracker. Looking forward to seeing the new bike of course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 03:51:46 pm
Quote from: Paulson on 24 February, 2011, 08:38:50 pm
I had one of these, what model was it?  I sold it last year - after a powder coating and upgrade of various worn out bits.  Sadly the ebayer who bought it got a bargain and I barely covered my costs!!!

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2615/3833517704_f80782e2d3.jpg)

The full story and pics are on my blog here, too much to paste in to this post.

http://paulmor.wordpress.com/category/my-bikes/project-british-eagle/ (http://paulmor.wordpress.com/category/my-bikes/project-british-eagle/)

I loved reading about your B.E. restoration Paulson. It is very obvious that you put a lot of TLC into the project and the results speak for themselves. True enough that it's not the fastest thing on the road but the 531 steel frame makes a very comfortable and forgiving ride.

As for the model of my bike, I'm really not sure. Most of the original markings and decals are gone (save those which you see in the pic). This is the 1995 model if memory serves, purchased in kit form (to save me some cash) which I assembled out of the box. Strangely enough this is the second B.E. I have owned as the previous machine was destroyed after only two weeks when I was knocked off by a guy turning right across a traffic jam. This was the replacment machine and I've stuck with it ever since.

Iain - Nice to see you are able to to spot my machine at a glance mate  ;D. I'd be interested to see what you think of the Tricross.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
Very nice.

I love my old Saracen MTB.  It has a Tange CroMo frame and it now converted into a general purpose "Town Bike".  The long wheelbase of Old-School rigid MTBs make them great for loaded camping I think.

I'm on the verge of putting some huge Schwalbe Big-Apple tyres on it, just to make it look uber-chunky and super smooth.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 25 February, 2011, 04:23:32 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
  The long wheelbase of Old-School rigid MTBs make them great for loaded camping I think.


yes indeed.
My Cannondale M800 performed this duty for a long time via the fitting of mudgaurds,tarmac compatible tyres & pannier racks after I stopped off roading
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 04:38:44 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
I'm on the verge of putting some huge Schwalbe Big-Apple tyres on it, just to make it look uber-chunky and super smooth.
Funny you should mention that as I was thinking of sticking some chubbies back onto the B.E. and using it for a bit of off road and the increasingly common snow/ice commute.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:42:58 pm
Quote from: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 04:38:44 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
I'm on the verge of putting some huge Schwalbe Big-Apple tyres on it, just to make it look uber-chunky and super smooth.
Funny you should mention that as I was thinking of sticking some chubbies back onto the B.E. and using it for a bit of off road and the increasingly common snow/ice commute.

Ever since I saw a Surley "Pugsley" I wanted something that looked as much like one as possible

(http://208.77.210.187/harris/surly-pugsley/images/surly-pugsley1.jpg)

I think a Pugsley with a Rohloff and sealed chain-case would be the ultimate Beach Bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 04:52:33 pm
Now that is a mad but cool looking bike.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 February, 2011, 07:13:43 pm
(http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/smsimg/103/7952-21176-full-4977713858_c48acdf93c_b-103.jpg)

WANT!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 25 February, 2011, 08:15:06 pm
Quote from: Feline on 24 February, 2011, 11:05:30 am
Quote from: Paul D on 23 February, 2011, 10:26:06 am
Quote from: AndyH on 21 February, 2011, 09:35:57 pm
Did Ten CC actually patent quiche?
http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche (http://sites.google.com/site/tencyclingclub/quiche)

No we didn't, and Feline seems to be pushing the boundaries of quiche anyway.

My 42/28 evolved from want to get a nearly 1:1 gear using the close ratios of a road cassette.

Feline, can I ask why, on what seems to be a no expense spared dream bike, you went for the Black Rain fork? Was there nothing else available? Seems an odd way round to do it, with the price of the chainset!

The fork and headset came with the frame from Sabbath, included in the price. I didn't really see much advantage choosing anything different tbh, but I would be glad to hear suggestions/reasons for improving on it :)

I think that if you want mudguard eyes and clearance there isn't much other choice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 February, 2011, 11:05:33 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 25 February, 2011, 07:13:43 pm
(http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/smsimg/103/7952-21176-full-4977713858_c48acdf93c_b-103.jpg)

WANT!

MONSTER TRUCK!

(http://thelongestlistofthelongeststuffatthelongestdomainnameatlonglast.com/images3/monster.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clandy on 25 February, 2011, 11:21:12 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 25 February, 2011, 07:13:43 pm
(http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/smsimg/103/7952-21176-full-4977713858_c48acdf93c_b-103.jpg)

WANT!

And I thought the three inchers on the Montague were fat!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyH on 26 February, 2011, 06:37:16 pm
Built the new Enigma up today  ;D
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TWlChfpOpMI/AAAAAAAAAN4/ghFxn6puy7E/s640/IMAG0103.jpg)
The build is - Enigma Etape frameset, Campag; Vento reaction wheels, Record triple with TA 28/39/50 rings, Record BB, 10 speed cassette & front mech, Veloce everything else. Old seatpost until I decide what to do about luggage (post pack at the moment) SKS guards (with a new rear mudflap fashioned from brickie's damp proof course). Deda bars & a cheap stem which will be used & changed whilst I'm sorting out my position, Brooks B17 narrow. Battlescarred Look Keo pedals. The Record bits are all either new old stock or ebay bargains.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TWlCeY8m03I/AAAAAAAAANw/Kbj_0wZHN2k/s640/IMAG0101.jpg)
Oh and one of those SJS bolts that lets you put the mudguard behind the fork crown where it's supposed to be.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TWlCc9r-pBI/AAAAAAAAANs/IKma1XpRlF8/s512/IMAG0100.jpg)
This might need a bit of modification by someone with a lathe, it sticks out a bit far at the moment.
Took it out for a quick shakedown and all was well. Stopped of to see Paul D of this parish who had some decent wire cutters to trim the cables, mine are OK for copper but not much good on brake & gear cables. Thanks Paul  :thumbsup:

So out on a sportive tomorrow, the CTC Blandford 79 mile. Should be a good test and as it is nothing important (like an Audax) it doesn't matter how many times I stop to adjust things. Or indeed if I finish.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 26 February, 2011, 07:02:58 pm
"Oh and one of those SJS bolts that lets you put the mudguard behind the fork crown where it's supposed to be."

I've always believed that should be in FRONT, thus hiding the bracket. Better visually and also stronger! But if sjs say otherwise.....think I'll ignore them!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyH on 26 February, 2011, 08:23:08 pm
I don't suppose it makes a lot of difference strength wise, but the nearer the back of the mudguard is to the ground the less water will hit my feet!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 26 February, 2011, 10:45:16 pm
I hope that Enigma rides as well as it looks.

Quote from: oncemore on 26 February, 2011, 07:02:58 pm
"Oh and one of those SJS bolts that lets you put the mudguard behind the fork crown where it's supposed to be."

I've always believed that should be in FRONT, thus hiding the bracket. Better visually and also stronger! But if sjs say otherwise.....think I'll ignore them!

SJS are just repaeating what Sheldon Brown said,
"The Sheldon Fender Nut permits mounting the front fender tab behind the fork crown where it belongs.
In addition, the use of Sheldon Fender Nuts permits periodic removal/re-installation of the fenders without disturbing the centering adjustment of your brake calipers."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 27 February, 2011, 09:31:09 am
Very nice Andy! hope all goes well on its maiden event  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 February, 2011, 12:12:10 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 26 February, 2011, 07:02:58 pm
"Oh and one of those SJS bolts that lets you put the mudguard behind the fork crown where it's supposed to be."

I've always believed that should be in FRONT, thus hiding the bracket. Better visually and also stronger! But if sjs say otherwise.....think I'll ignore them!

Please can someone post a link to this component as I can't find it on SJS' site.  Thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 February, 2011, 03:28:58 pm
These? (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/problem-solvers-sheldon-fender-nuts-per-pair-prod18687/)

My Tortec guards came with something similar, pretty nifty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 February, 2011, 04:36:39 pm
^^^  Very clever!  I may have to invest!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 27 February, 2011, 06:00:03 pm
I have finally taken some pics of $NEWBIKE

All clean and shiny after I cleaned all the mud from the Kennet Valley Run

(http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt207/matthew_streeter/Yukon1.jpg)

(http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt207/matthew_streeter/Yukon3.jpg)

(http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt207/matthew_streeter/Yukon2.jpg)

And for the record my Hewitt tourer (not cleaned):

(http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt207/matthew_streeter/Hewitt.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyH on 27 February, 2011, 06:24:21 pm
^^ nice Van Nich Matthew ^^ Ti is in this year.

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 February, 2011, 04:36:39 pm
^^^  Very clever!  I may have to invest!
(http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/small/13266.jpg)
Thats the one I got
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/thorn-extended-countersunk-brake-nut-for-m-g-fixing-on-aeroforks-12-mm-each-prod13266/ (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/thorn-extended-countersunk-brake-nut-for-m-g-fixing-on-aeroforks-12-mm-each-prod13266/)
As I said, it's not perfect but wont take a lot to sort out. The slimmest part (i.e. the bit that would be the "tube" of a standard allen key nut) needs to be about 5mm longer to be perfect with my forks. The new front mudguard is fairly long and has a flap. There were some heavy showers today but hardly any spray hit me  ;D. The roadies were pretty splattered.

The bike feels a bit wierd, much more laid back than my Giant. However I went round  the 79 miles / 128K / 1700m climbing in just under 6 hours. The gears are crisp and it feels comfy, which it's supposed to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 27 February, 2011, 06:34:42 pm
Quote from: AndyH on 26 February, 2011, 06:37:16 pm
Built the new Enigma up today  ;D

Ahhhh that looks lovely  ;D
Wishing you many happy miles on him/her!


Quote from: matthew on 27 February, 2011, 06:00:03 pm
I have finally taken some pics of $NEWBIKE

Very nice! I am liking the Carradice-titanium combo, I think they look great  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 February, 2011, 06:54:37 pm
Quote from: matthew on 27 February, 2011, 06:00:03 pm
I have finally taken some pics of $NEWBIKE

Haste Ye to the chemist for some acetone to remove the wordy stickers from the frame. And the wheels.

Other than that, the bike looks lovely, Matthew  :thumbsup:.

Wishing you many happy miles...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 February, 2011, 08:21:28 pm
+1

We don't go in for 'shouty' bikes in this household ;D

But a very lovely set up.  Hope you enjoy it for years to come.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Phil21 on 27 February, 2011, 09:21:05 pm
Quote from: AndyH on 26 February, 2011, 06:37:16 pm
Built the new Enigma up today  ;D
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TWlChfpOpMI/AAAAAAAAAN4/ghFxn6puy7E/s640/IMAG0103.jpg)

Very nice indeed Andy  :thumbsup: I see you have fitted squirrel-friendly wheels  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 27 February, 2011, 11:13:40 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:42:58 pm
Quote from: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 04:38:44 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
I'm on the verge of putting some huge Schwalbe Big-Apple tyres on it, just to make it look uber-chunky and super smooth.
Funny you should mention that as I was thinking of sticking some chubbies back onto the B.E. and using it for a bit of off road and the increasingly common snow/ice commute.

Ever since I saw a Surley "Pugsley" I wanted something that looked as much like one as possible

(http://208.77.210.187/harris/surly-pugsley/images/surly-pugsley1.jpg)

I think a Pugsley with a Rohloff and sealed chain-case would be the ultimate Beach Bike

The guy who rides this is doing a write up on Pugs in the next citycycling! ;)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5203/5320467472_62a2478bdd.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/5320467472/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 28 February, 2011, 09:22:34 am
Quote from: AndyH on 26 February, 2011, 06:37:16 pm
Built the new Enigma up today  ;D
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_m6kcha3N9og/TWlChfpOpMI/AAAAAAAAAN4/ghFxn6puy7E/s640/IMAG0103.jpg)



That looks lovely Andy.
I do like the black Enigma logos.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 28 February, 2011, 10:53:46 am
Here I am riding my mates Pugsley on the beach at Den haag, Netherlands-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/P9190177.jpg)

Great fun. Hard going but doable on soft sand, easy peasey below the high water mark.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 28 February, 2011, 03:41:29 pm
Properly want one - have zero use for one - but want one.

Mind you, it might make the pot-holed roads a little more tolerable.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 28 February, 2011, 03:59:53 pm
They are a hoot :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 February, 2011, 10:37:33 pm
I'd love one of those for the sandy forest roads in Poland, but preferably with hub gear. Pugsley Alfine?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 02 March, 2011, 11:53:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 28 February, 2011, 10:37:33 pm
I'd love one of those for the sandy forest roads in Poland, but preferably with hub gear. Pugsley Alfine?

Contrarily, I'd really enjoy a fixed or single-speed Pugsley.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 March, 2011, 12:05:55 am
Oh, I'd also enjoy a single-speed Pugsley. The areas I'm specifically thinking of are pretty flat, so that would be a good choice. I'm not keen on the idea of fixed generally - I can see all the advantages people claim for it, but it just doesn't appeal to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 03 March, 2011, 09:34:20 am
Having gears on a Pugsley is quite important. Riding on hard pack or paved surfaces is easy going but, when you get onto the sort of surface it really calls home- snow, softer sand etc. going can get really hard. In the photo I posted, I am working really hard. Once below the high water mark I could change up several sprockets and get a shift on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 03 March, 2011, 09:38:59 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 02 March, 2011, 11:53:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 28 February, 2011, 10:37:33 pm
I'd love one of those for the sandy forest roads in Poland, but preferably with hub gear. Pugsley Alfine?

Contrarily, I'd really enjoy a fixed or single-speed Pugsley.

AnthCC's bottom picture must be one of those three ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 04 March, 2011, 04:26:19 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 28 February, 2011, 10:53:46 am
Here I am riding my mates Pugsley on the beach at Den haag, Netherlands-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/P9190177.jpg)

Great fun. Hard going but doable on soft sand, easy peasey below the high water mark.

For the definition of a fat-tyred bike, look no further than the Hanebrink Ice Bike, which was pretty handy on sand as well (see link for Wired.com article)

This Biker Brakes for Penguins  (http://www.wired.com/culture/lifestyle/news/2003/01/57212)

More more up to date search results for Hanebrink show that they have now fitted an electric motor to it. Given how much one of those monsters weighs, I'm not surprised.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 March, 2011, 05:14:55 pm
Quote from: RJ on 03 March, 2011, 09:38:59 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 02 March, 2011, 11:53:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 28 February, 2011, 10:37:33 pm
I'd love one of those for the sandy forest roads in Poland, but preferably with hub gear. Pugsley Alfine?

Contrarily, I'd really enjoy a fixed or single-speed Pugsley.

AnthCC's bottom picture must be one of those three ...
So it mst. Can't tell quite what from that angle and distance. I hadn't noticed that photo till now!  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 March, 2011, 09:30:23 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:42:58 pm
Quote from: sigod on 25 February, 2011, 04:38:44 pm
Quote from: LEE on 25 February, 2011, 04:01:22 pm
I'm on the verge of putting some huge Schwalbe Big-Apple tyres on it, just to make it look uber-chunky and super smooth.
Funny you should mention that as I was thinking of sticking some chubbies back onto the B.E. and using it for a bit of off road and the increasingly common snow/ice commute.

Ever since I saw a Surley "Pugsley" I wanted something that looked as much like one as possible

(http://208.77.210.187/harris/surly-pugsley/images/surly-pugsley1.jpg)

I think a Pugsley with a Rohloff and sealed chain-case would be the ultimate Beach Bike

The Rohloff Hub was designed especially for beach riding.

This looks like such a bike.

Note.  If you drool after the ultimate "Butch" bike, then please sit down before looking at this image

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 04 March, 2011, 10:28:35 pm
Ultimate butch bike? That's a Pashley Princess compared to this

(http://www.geekologie.com/2010/06/05/monster-bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 05 March, 2011, 07:18:38 am
I wonder if he gets any SMIDSY ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 05 March, 2011, 08:31:48 am
The rolling resistance on that front tyre must hurt!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 06 March, 2011, 12:47:30 pm
DSCF2282 | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://flic.kr/p/9nUG46)
My mercian,it started its life yellow,six years later its green,with Brooks saddle and bar tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 06 March, 2011, 02:30:16 pm
Quote from: nightrider on 06 March, 2011, 12:47:30 pm
DSCF2282 | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (http://flic.kr/p/9nUG46)
My mercian,it started its life yellow,six years later its green,with Brooks saddle and bar tape.
Looks lovely!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 06 March, 2011, 05:47:03 pm
That Mercian looks well sorted. Nice one  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 March, 2011, 06:06:46 pm
Very classy, nightrider. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 06 March, 2011, 10:30:13 pm
Very nice Mercian there nightrider  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 07 March, 2011, 02:47:04 pm
I love my steel bikes.When they start getting tatty or you get bored,just respray in a new colour.Hey presto!new bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 07 March, 2011, 03:51:23 pm
Bums. Now you've made me want to respray my B.E.  :facepalm: ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cal on 07 March, 2011, 08:30:50 pm
(http://i1012.photobucket.com/albums/af249/cjmcrbothy/L1090836_tonemapped.jpg)

Taken today on a 131km ride around the River Forth.  Cracking day......

Thorn Audax Mk. 3
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 07 March, 2011, 09:17:43 pm
Cracking photo....Cal
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 07 March, 2011, 09:20:51 pm
That looks like  painting of a photo not an actual photo, what have you done to the lighting to get that effect?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 07 March, 2011, 10:10:36 pm
Quote from: Feline on 07 March, 2011, 09:20:51 pm
That looks like  painting of a photo not an actual photo, what have you done to the lighting to get that effect?  :D

It looks like a tone mapped image. (Often incorrectly called HDR but it takes an HDR image and alters the local intensity so it looks normal)

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 March, 2011, 06:56:22 am
Quote from: nightrider on 07 March, 2011, 02:47:04 pm
I love my steel bikes.When they start getting tatty or you get bored,just respray in a new colour.Hey presto!new bike.

Good point but can't you do that with alloy bikes as well?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cal on 08 March, 2011, 02:56:09 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 07 March, 2011, 10:10:36 pm
Quote from: Feline on 07 March, 2011, 09:20:51 pm
That looks like  painting of a photo not an actual photo, what have you done to the lighting to get that effect?  :D

It looks like a tone mapped image. (Often incorrectly called HDR but it takes an HDR image and alters the local intensity so it looks normal)

 

Correct :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 15 March, 2011, 09:48:04 pm
Pompino as a flat bar.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/Image0106yac.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 15 March, 2011, 09:52:10 pm
Get with it, Gene, there's a thread just for Pomps (and it could do with a bump) !!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 15 March, 2011, 10:00:17 pm
I never tire of seeing Pompinos.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 18 March, 2011, 11:25:24 am
(http://www.donhoubicycles.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/sparky_bike.jpg)

So excited.

http://www.donhoubicycles.com/2011/03/18/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2011, 11:29:05 am
Goodness!  Nice seat cluster, and interesting cable routing.

I note the Drillium BB, too.

That is a custom bicycle!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 18 March, 2011, 11:29:16 am
Quote from: Sparky on 18 March, 2011, 11:25:24 am
(http://www.donhoubicycles.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/sparky_bike.jpg)

So excited.

18 | March | 2011 |  Donhou Bicycles (http://www.donhoubicycles.com/2011/03/18/)

Oh my - quite a beauty!  Love the cable routing etc.

Wish I hadn't seen this on the day I find out my frame is still not built (was meant to be going over to see the finished article this afternoon before it went to the paintshop)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 18 March, 2011, 12:30:34 pm
I wouldn't have gone for the integrated seatpin myself, but that's a beaut. The perfect antidote to to sloping top-tubed, laterally stiff yet vertically compliant, white/red/black clones with beefed-up bottom brackets.

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 18 March, 2011, 12:39:31 pm
Exactly. That's exactly what I wanted.

I needed a road bike, but couldn't find anything on the market that wasn't hideous. Donnie's made me something that will go fast and look great.

For me a carbon, flashy-graphics, modern geometry bike might be quicker, but it's got no soul.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 18 March, 2011, 06:53:00 pm
That really does look something special.  Like Clarion says proper custom, with examples like that I can imagine that being a much sought after builder.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 18 March, 2011, 09:52:07 pm
dear lordy, that's absolutely lovely.  I've got a wallet itch..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2011, 09:53:11 pm
It's quite a large frame, but looks well proportioned.  I think you've done an excellent job of speccing that, and they've done a brilliant job of building it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 18 March, 2011, 09:55:55 pm
Wow nice bike Sparky  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 18 March, 2011, 09:59:50 pm
Wow Sparky - that's beautiful!
/me drools
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 18 March, 2011, 11:12:23 pm
Very interesting looking machine, Sparky  :)

Feel free to post more pics and details...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 20 March, 2011, 12:50:57 am
Blimey, nice to see it's gone down well, cheers. Details;

Campagnolo Centaur crankset, rear mech, levers. Campagnolo Veloce cassette, front mech. Cinelli Palm bars, Token stem. Campagnolo Record headset. Hope Pro 2 hub on Mavic CXP33s. Fizik Arione saddle, custom-made quill seatpost. Continental GP4000 tires. Probably going to stick the same MTB SPD pedals on it that all my bikes have.

This is my first proper road bike. Looking forward to getting on it, although after the inactivity and excess of Christmas/winter I'm going to be the weak link in the chain.

The frame is from Donhou bikes, based in Norwich, as am I. He's done well - taking my ramblings about my idea of a perfect bike and making them reality. Very chuffed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 20 March, 2011, 01:14:47 am
Hi Sparky. So you won't be buying any Rapha kit then, ha ha.

Great machine.

John.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 20 March, 2011, 11:22:39 am
The only Rapha kit I've got is one of their Paul Smith hoodies, and that was a present. Had a bit of a faff with returning it a couple of times, so have some vouchers. What should I get? I wouldn't spend that much on cycling kit myself, really - I like grabbing Santini stuff on sale from Prendas.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 March, 2011, 03:21:33 pm
Quote from: Sparky on 20 March, 2011, 12:50:57 am

The frame is from Donhou bikes, based in Norwich ...


I had no idea there was a frame builder in East Anglia.  Are there any more?  Just had a look at Donhou's website - smashing  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 20 March, 2011, 04:47:57 pm
Quote from: Sparky on 18 March, 2011, 11:25:24 am
(http://www.donhoubicycles.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/sparky_bike.jpg)

So excited.

http://www.donhoubicycles.com/2011/03/18/

That is just bloody gorgeous!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 20 March, 2011, 04:57:27 pm
Wow, I've just noticed the internal routing of the rear derailleur cable... is the front one internal too?

Good luck on changing cables when the time come!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 20 March, 2011, 08:47:40 pm
@Oscar's Dad

Yep, Mike Burrows is in Rackheath - he does a lot of experimental stuff and was one of the people behind the Lotus bike that Chris Boardman rode. There's also a company in Diss that manufactures parts for F1 that are dabbling in carbon bikes, and a fella in Norwich that makes cargo bikes and sleds for husky dog teams.

@Rhys

I put those cables in this time, not a problem. There's a continuous brass tunnel the same size as a cable outer than runs through the frame for the rear brake, another for the rear mech and one for the front mech.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 March, 2011, 08:52:15 pm
I was wondering about the cables myself... What about the saddle height, how it is adjusted with the "stub" above the integrated seatpost?

Is the top tube slightly downsloping?

I like the website.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 20 March, 2011, 11:07:02 pm
Ah yes, I looked at the other photos in the link again, it's a bit clearer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 21 March, 2011, 09:45:05 am
Quote from: Sparky on 20 March, 2011, 08:47:40 pm
There's also a company in Diss that manufactures parts for F1 that are dabbling in carbon bikes

Is that Pace? In a former life we used them for one-off prototype parts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 March, 2011, 10:04:13 am
Looks really nice, not sure on the drilled bottom bracket however.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 21 March, 2011, 10:39:42 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 March, 2011, 10:04:13 am
not sure on the drilled bottom bracket however.

Helps drain off what the rear wheel throws into the brake cable exit hole... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 March, 2011, 11:29:59 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 March, 2011, 10:04:13 am
Looks really nice, not sure on the drilled bottom bracket however.

+1

Apart from that it looks gorgeous (well the drilled bottom bracket looks nice, I just wouldn't want the extra cleaning job of getting all the crap out of it).

How much do I need to save?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sparky on 21 March, 2011, 01:49:08 pm
@Woofage - No, Beru, they're called. Had a wander around there for work purposes. Impressive setup, but no previous experience with bikes. Didn't get to ride one, so can't say anything apart from that they looked cool.

@Gene Hunt - It's a fair-weather machine, so there's no problem really.

@Lee - I'm aiming to never get it dirty. And I would love to say what it costs, but I can't. Each frame is priced up individually, and I was sworn to secrecy. He does good work, and his price is fair considering that he hasn't yet had the chance to build up a reputation like some of the more established framebuilders - something he seems to be rectifying pretty quickly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 March, 2011, 03:32:47 pm
Quote from: Sparky on 21 March, 2011, 01:49:08 pm

@Gene Hunt - It's a fair-weather machine, so there's no problem really.


Respect that it will not be out in the rain but your still going to get dust and grit etc finding its way in.

The main worry I had is strength, you seem to have lost a lot of metal from the area.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 21 March, 2011, 04:15:12 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 March, 2011, 03:32:47 pm
Quote from: Sparky on 21 March, 2011, 01:49:08 pm

@Gene Hunt - It's a fair-weather machine, so there's no problem really.


Respect that it will not be out in the rain but your still going to get dust and grit etc finding its way in.

The main worry I had is strength, you seem to have lost a lot of metal from the area.

I think it's the other way round, only a dry weather bike shouldn't have the cutouts/holes under the BB. Water will definitely get into the seat tube on a bike without mudguards,  and it'll end up inside the BB shell. On wet roads there'll be a constant stream of water hitting the back of the seat tune and seatpin, and some water will get in eventually. BB cutouts are nothing new, often they're decorative but they still have a practical use.

It doesn't mater if dirt or water gets inside the shell, they can't reach the bearings; modern cartridge BBs are a separate unit and cup and cone BBs had a plastic sleeve between the cups.

Although IMO the holes on this bike is not particularly attractive, actually I think it's rather crude.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 21 March, 2011, 10:00:52 pm
Quote from: hubner on 21 March, 2011, 04:15:12 pm
It doesn't mater if dirt or water gets inside the shell, they can't reach the bearings; modern cartridge BBs are a separate unit and cup and cone BBs had a plastic sleeve between the cups.

So, the cartridge BB that I pulled out of my winter bike, what caused that to corrode?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 21 March, 2011, 10:17:37 pm
Ferrous Oxide fairees,evolved from puncture fairees many millenia ago :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 21 March, 2011, 11:14:16 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 21 March, 2011, 10:00:52 pm
Quote from: hubner on 21 March, 2011, 04:15:12 pm
It doesn't mater if dirt or water gets inside the shell, they can't reach the bearings; modern cartridge BBs are a separate unit and cup and cone BBs had a plastic sleeve between the cups.

So, the cartridge BB that I pulled out of my winter bike, what caused that to corrode?

Which part of the cartridge BB corroded? Is that from a frame without cutouts/drain holes? Or maybe water got in at the axle/bearings area.

I was only taking about water getting inside the BB shell. Obviously, you need to coat the inside of the shell and the outside of BB unit with grease, so the any water that gets in can't do any damage before it drains out or dries off.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 22 March, 2011, 09:29:19 am
It was a Campagnolo Chorus cartridge in a steel frame 2-3 years old when the cranks developed an alarming amount of play. The bearings were dried out and there was a lot of oxide dust in there. There is a small drainage hole, but the bike has full mudguards so I don't think much water got sprayed down the seat tube. I do know it was installed in a bit of a rush at the LBS (they'd forgotten do it when I arrived there on the way home from work at 5:15pm on a Friday!) Even so, I don't see how grease would help, apart from protecting the shell threads. I'm pretty sure that this was water damage.

Incidentally, I have an identical BB in a bike I bought 12 years that's still going strong (although that's not ridden in winter).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 22 March, 2011, 01:42:56 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 22 March, 2011, 09:29:19 am
It was a Campagnolo Chorus cartridge in a steel frame 2-3 years old when the cranks developed an alarming amount of play. The bearings were dried out and there was a lot of oxide dust in there. There is a small drainage hole, but the bike has full mudguards so I don't think much water got sprayed down the seat tube. I do know it was installed in a bit of a rush at the LBS (they'd forgotten do it when I arrived there on the way home from work at 5:15pm on a Friday!) Even so, I don't see how grease would help, apart from protecting the shell threads. I'm pretty sure that this was water damage.

Incidentally, I have an identical BB in a bike I bought 12 years that's still going strong (although that's not ridden in winter).

Would've never happened with shimano  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nicknack on 23 March, 2011, 11:19:01 am
Posted here as well as the "What have you been fettling thread" - this is the latest addition to the fold.
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y289/nicknacknick/new.jpg)

Courtesy of Sam - it's cost me about £40 in bits so far. It's a bit of a challenge since I haven't ridden anything like this in about 35 years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2011, 11:29:27 am
Nice to see it come back to life.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 March, 2011, 12:56:17 pm
Current set up for my Aravis Audax - probably the same set up as the last pic I posted but leaning against a different post in a different place ;)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5222/5550366381_eec40dded4.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5550366381/)
Henry Burton (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5550366381/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 08:23:43 am
The latest addition:

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j10/jdfyfe/DSCF5273.jpg)

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j10/jdfyfe/DSCF5274.jpg)

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j10/jdfyfe/DSCF5275.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 10:49:07 am
Kool!

Will you be fitting a brake?  Any idea what it weighs?

Edit:  needs a less confortable saddle, something sharper and carbon :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 March, 2011, 11:40:44 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 10:49:07 am
Will you be fitting a brake? 

It's a track bike. For riding the track.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 March, 2011, 11:42:29 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 25 March, 2011, 11:40:44 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 10:49:07 am
Will you be fitting a brake? 

It's a track bike. For riding the track.

Quickly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 March, 2011, 12:06:47 pm
Stopping is not an option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:19:07 pm
It'll be used on the track so no brake...none of yer poncey fixie hipster nonsense  ;D

No idea what it weighs but I can weigh it later....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 06:34:30 pm
I'm aware it's a track bike, but so are a massive % of others seen on the road...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:17 pm
Most of those are pretend track bikes, not suitable for racing on a proper velodrome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:33 pm
Just weighed it: 7.5kg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 25 March, 2011, 07:06:09 pm
I saw a guy on my commute last week in Weston-super-Mare riding a track bike with a fully solid rear wheel. He was battling to control it in a cross wind  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 07:12:36 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:33 pm
Just weighed it: 7.5kg

Really?  Sounds a lot.  16.5 lbs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 07:22:14 pm
never weighed a bike before so I have no idea.  Just as well I put 19mm tubs on or I'd never have been able to lift it  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 25 March, 2011, 07:39:41 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 25 March, 2011, 07:12:36 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:33 pm
Just weighed it: 7.5kg

Really?  Sounds a lot.  16.5 lbs

No big hills on the track so stiffness tends to be favoured over lightness.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 07:45:09 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 25 March, 2011, 12:06:47 pm
Stopping is not an option.

I hope I stop at some point!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 March, 2011, 09:51:53 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:33 pm
Just weighed it: 7.5kg

Exact same weight as my bike. Includes two chainrings, front and rear mech, 10-speed cassette, brakes, ergolevers, bottle cages etc!  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 10:11:04 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 25 March, 2011, 09:51:53 pm
Quote from: Noodley on 25 March, 2011, 06:46:33 pm
Just weighed it: 7.5kg

Exact same weight as my bike. Includes two chainrings, front and rear mech, 10-speed cassette, brakes, ergolevers, bottle cages etc!  :D

ow well...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 March, 2011, 05:32:38 pm
First ride this year on it this morning, it was great after lugging a 10kg steed around all winter  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 26 March, 2011, 05:33:42 pm
2_Flat_Erics has just got his belated birthday present  :D :D :D

From the box on its maiden ride  :D
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5297/5561735430_46749393ec.jpg)

Now with mudguards and M+ tyres  :thumbsup:
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5228/5561738030_a111bba08a.jpg)

Btw its an 8 speed Pompetamine  ;D

Rack on order from Wiggle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 26 March, 2011, 05:46:36 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 26 March, 2011, 05:33:42 pm
2_Flat_Erics has just got his belated birthday present  :D :D :D

From the box on its maiden ride  :D
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5297/5561735430_46749393ec.jpg)

Now with mudguards and M+ tyres  :thumbsup:
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5228/5561738030_a111bba08a.jpg)

Btw its an 8 speed Pompetamine  ;D

Rack on order from Wiggle.

Very nice  :thumbsup:
Is that the glow in the dark white?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 26 March, 2011, 05:56:03 pm
Quote
Very nice 
Is that the glow in the dark white?

It is. we havent had a spectacular glow in the dark yet though  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 26 March, 2011, 06:01:56 pm
That is a very nice bike. I've lusted after the drop bar version for a while.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 26 March, 2011, 06:07:28 pm
I'm considering a glow in the dark drop bar one aswell. Looks lovely. I have a white Pompino which I find very comfy so think I might just buy an Alfine one and set it up exactly the same.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 27 March, 2011, 09:37:19 am
The only big upgrade that needs to be had is an Alfine dyname hub/wheel. The front light might be a bit of a problem as there is no fixing for the front forks.
Any solutions to this problem ?
Btw 2_Flat_Erics is well pleased  :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 27 March, 2011, 11:56:31 am
Oh dear, there's not much room in the shed now, but at least I've managed to wallow in some 1980s nostalgia with this extraordinarily well preserved and maintained Rockhopper Comp from, I believe, 1987; that was the year when I bought my first MTB. 

Just feast your eyes on the tasteful colour scheme, behold the wonders of biopace and marvel at the sight of olde-worlde Deore components!  I have fitted new pedals and a more suitable saddle, and will need to change to some better tyres and maybe fit a lower stem.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/rockhoppercomp.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 27 March, 2011, 05:45:35 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2011, 11:56:31 am
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/rockhoppercomp.jpg)

Retro-tastic!  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 27 March, 2011, 05:53:38 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 27 March, 2011, 09:37:19 am
The only big upgrade that needs to be had is an Alfine dyname hub/wheel. The front light might be a bit of a problem as there is no fixing for the front forks.
Any solutions to this problem ?
Btw 2_Flat_Erics is well pleased  :smug:

On my Pompino, which I presume is exactly the same, I drilled and tapped a hole right in the middle of the fork crown. You could get away with drilling a hole and bolting from the other side.
I had to take a deep breath before I did it, but once done you can mount something like a Cyo. Take it easy and use a sharp drill bit. I have cantis so I had to use a long bolt and some tubing to hold the light in front of the straddle wire, but with discs you won't have to do that. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 27 March, 2011, 08:11:51 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 27 March, 2011, 05:53:38 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 27 March, 2011, 09:37:19 am
The only big upgrade that needs to be had is an Alfine dyname hub/wheel. The front light might be a bit of a problem as there is no fixing for the front forks.
Any solutions to this problem ?
Btw 2_Flat_Erics is well pleased  :smug:

On my Pompino, which I presume is exactly the same, I drilled and tapped a hole right in the middle of the fork crown. You could get away with drilling a hole and bolting from the other side.
I had to take a deep breath before I did it, but once done you can mount something like a Cyo. Take it easy and use a sharp drill bit. I have cantis so I had to use a long bolt and some tubing to hold the light in front of the straddle wire, but with discs you won't have to do that. 

I was hoping there might be something like this but in 1"1/8th rather than getting the drill out  :-\
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/b-and-m-dynamo-front-headlamp-bracket-to-fit-headset-222-mm-1-inch-steerer-tube-bmd35-prod15640/ (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/b-and-m-dynamo-front-headlamp-bracket-to-fit-headset-222-mm-1-inch-steerer-tube-bmd35-prod15640/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 27 March, 2011, 08:19:28 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 27 March, 2011, 05:53:38 pm
On my Pompino, which I presume is exactly the same, I drilled and tapped a hole right in the middle of the fork crown. You could get away with drilling a hole and bolting from the other side.

That's what I've done with mine - twice, once with the original carbon fork and once with a steel fork.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 27 March, 2011, 09:17:52 pm
Another update, give the pompino a clean and check over plus swapped the chainring to a silver one and fitted a new chain and tyres.

Then after a sudden rush of blood to the head, purchased a new pair of wheels, looked ok but felt way too heavy.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/pompinodeepwheels006yacf.jpg)

So plan b, after speaking to a good friend of mine, he wanted some dark coloured wheels for a project so did a deal for these, was not sure to start with but they have grown on me, I am thinking of a white saddle now to match.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/yacf121.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jezzasnr on 27 March, 2011, 09:18:28 pm
It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gotten around to getting my Colnago back together.
I'd bought it a few years ago for a silly cheap price, but had put it to one side promising a full on bells & whistles build.
I got a bit of a medical kick up the arse towards the end of last year & after reading It's All About The Bike by Robert Penn, I thought I'd better get on and get the thing built & back out & riding it.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/345a523e.jpg)
I've built it up on a budget. I already had the wheels and although i would of liked to build it with Campag, it just made more sense to go with Shimano.
I got the Ultegra 10 STI's in the sale at CRC for £120, Saddle £20 second hand, Bars £15 Planet X sale,
Tyres, Michelin Folding£10 for the pair!!
+ Chain, Cassette, Bar Tape, Bottle Cages, brake pads etc.
Around about £230 spend + bits i already had.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/fb24ab7a.jpg)
Used the original f & r mechs and they seem quite happy working with the 10 speed bits.
Stripped the brakes down to components & shot blasted, then careful re-assembly & they work well.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/4863654f.jpg)
I've been out for a few rides on it now and couldn't be happier.
This ones a keeper i guess.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 27 March, 2011, 10:51:34 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 27 March, 2011, 08:19:28 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 27 March, 2011, 05:53:38 pm
On my Pompino, which I presume is exactly the same, I drilled and tapped a hole right in the middle of the fork crown. You could get away with drilling a hole and bolting from the other side.

That's what I've done with mine - twice, once with the original carbon fork and once with a steel fork.

I drilled all the way through and used a through bolt long enough to accomodate two nuts on the back. So that I could mount mudguards via second nut and didn't disturb light when doing so.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 March, 2011, 01:02:57 am
Quote from: spesh on 27 March, 2011, 05:45:35 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2011, 11:56:31 am
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/rockhoppercomp.jpg)

Retro-tastic!  :D

Oi! That's pretty much my entire stable you're talkin' abaht, there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 29 March, 2011, 01:18:42 am
Quote from: jezzasnr on 27 March, 2011, 09:18:28 pm
It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gotten around to getting my Colnago back together.
I'd bought it a few years ago for a silly cheap price, but had put it to one side promising a full on bells & whistles build.
I got a bit of a medical kick up the arse towards the end of last year & after reading It's All About The Bike by Robert Penn, I thought I'd better get on and get the thing built & back out & riding it.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/345a523e.jpg)
I've built it up on a budget. I already had the wheels and although i would of liked to build it with Campag, it just made more sense to go with Shimano.
I got the Ultegra 10 STI's in the sale at CRC for £120, Saddle £20 second hand, Bars £15 Planet X sale,
Tyres, Michelin Folding£10 for the pair!!
+ Chain, Cassette, Bar Tape, Bottle Cages, brake pads etc.
Around about £230 spend + bits i already had.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/fb24ab7a.jpg)
Used the original f & r mechs and they seem quite happy working with the 10 speed bits.
Stripped the brakes down to components & shot blasted, then careful re-assembly & they work well.
(http://i761.photobucket.com/albums/xx256/jezzasnr/4863654f.jpg)
I've been out for a few rides on it now and couldn't be happier.
This ones a keeper i guess.

Thats nice. all you need now is some sopokes for your wheels lol
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 29 March, 2011, 09:14:55 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 March, 2011, 01:02:57 am
Quote from: spesh on 27 March, 2011, 05:45:35 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2011, 11:56:31 am
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/rockhoppercomp.jpg)

Retro-tastic!  :D

Oi! That's pretty much my entire stable you're talkin' abaht, there!

I had a lovely commute on this bike today - tyres swapped out for nimbus armadillo 1.5" and sadlle swapped out for a B17.  On returning home I have removed the cast iron bar-ends, taken 37mm off the ends of the bars and fitted some new grips from the spares box.  I have also adjusted the reach on the monster brake levers so I can actually operate them with my human-sized hands.

I was overtaken by a scooterist on the New Cross Road who slowed down as he passed, flipped up his visor and said "Nice bike".  For a moment I was unsure about possible sarcasm but when we stopped at the next lights he admired it again and guessed the year almost spot-on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 29 March, 2011, 09:21:01 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 March, 2011, 09:14:55 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 March, 2011, 01:02:57 am
Quote from: spesh on 27 March, 2011, 05:45:35 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2011, 11:56:31 am
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/rockhoppercomp.jpg)

Retro-tastic!  :D

Oi! That's pretty much my entire stable you're talkin' abaht, there!

I had a lovely commute on this bike today - tyres swapped out for nimbus armadillo 1.5" and sadlle swapped out for a B17.  On returning home I have removed the cast iron bar-ends, taken 37mm off the ends of the bars and fitted some new grips from the spares box.  I have also adjusted the reach on the monster brake levers so I can actually operate them with my human-sized hands.

I was overtaken by a scooterist on the New Cross Road who slowed down as he passed, flipped up his visor and said "Nice bike".  For a moment I was unsure about possible sarcasm but when we stopped at the next lights he admired it again and guessed the year almost spot-on.

Result  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 29 March, 2011, 09:35:41 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 27 March, 2011, 09:17:52 pm
Another update, give the pompino a clean and check over plus swapped the chainring to a silver one and fitted a new chain and tyres.

Then after a sudden rush of blood to the head, purchased a new pair of wheels, looked ok but felt way too heavy.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/pompinodeepwheels006yacf.jpg)

So plan b, after speaking to a good friend of mine, he wanted some dark coloured wheels for a project so did a deal for these, was not sure to start with but they have grown on me, I am thinking of a white saddle now to match.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/yacf121.jpg)

You know what Gene?  I think those white wheels look great.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 30 March, 2011, 09:06:36 am
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 29 March, 2011, 09:35:41 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 27 March, 2011, 09:17:52 pm
Another update, give the pompino a clean and check over plus swapped the chainring to a silver one and fitted a new chain and tyres.

Then after a sudden rush of blood to the head, purchased a new pair of wheels, looked ok but felt way too heavy.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/pompinodeepwheels006yacf.jpg)

So plan b, after speaking to a good friend of mine, he wanted some dark coloured wheels for a project so did a deal for these, was not sure to start with but they have grown on me, I am thinking of a white saddle now to match.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/yacf121.jpg)

You know what Gene?  I think those white wheels look great.

+1

Not my usual taste, but they look good on the bike - better than the shed coloured ones ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 31 March, 2011, 07:32:50 pm
New bike:

Condor Fratello in orange
Ultegra drivetrain and brifters
Specialities TA Carmina crankset
Royce bottom bracket
Nitto Noodle bars
Shimano R650 brakes
Velo Orange seatpost
Brooks Swift Titanium saddle
Royce Titan hubs with Ambrosio Excellence rims, DT Swiss Revolution spokes and 28mm Continental GP 4 Season
Deore XT SPDs
SKS guards

Feels bloody nice on first ride - very nice indeed.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5103/5577058695_910e2e56ac_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/)Fading light photo of new bike build - really pleased so far - only taken it a few times around the block, but feels lovely. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/) by marcus_jb1973 (http://www.flickr.com/people/marcusjb/), on Flickr

The white panel on the top tube isn't painted - it's a piece of kitchen towel to stop the bars banging the top tube until I get bar tape onto them (need to be 100% on the brifter position etc. first).

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 31 March, 2011, 07:39:14 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 31 March, 2011, 07:32:50 pm
New bike:

Condor Fratello in orange
Ultegra drivetrain and brifters
Specialities TA Carmina crankset
Royce bottom bracket
Nitto Noodle bars
Shimano R650 brakes
Velo Orange seatpost
Brooks Swift Titanium saddle
Royce Titan hubs with Ambrosio Excellence rims, DT Swiss Revolution spokes and 28mm Continental GP 4 Season
Deore XT SPDs
SKS guards

Feels bloody nice on first ride - very nice indeed.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5103/5577058695_910e2e56ac_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/)Fading light photo of new bike build - really pleased so far - only taken it a few times around the block, but feels lovely. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/) by marcus_jb1973 (http://www.flickr.com/people/marcusjb/), on Flickr

The white panel on the top tube isn't painted - it's a piece of kitchen towel to stop the bars banging the top tube until I get bar tape onto them (need to be 100% on the brifter position etc. first).


                                       that is very nice  :thumbsup:   sex on wheels !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 31 March, 2011, 07:40:25 pm
Good bike and nice stuff on it - you'll like those noodles  :)

Might make you rethink the wisdom of forking out for custom.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 March, 2011, 09:00:26 pm
Nice.  You got that put together quickly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 31 March, 2011, 10:20:16 pm
Very nice bike  ;D
Now you need an orange YACF jersey to go with it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 31 March, 2011, 10:23:39 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 31 March, 2011, 07:32:50 pm

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5103/5577058695_910e2e56ac_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/)
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcusjb/5577058695/)

And what did we say about trimming and capping those mudguard stays?  >:(

 ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 01 April, 2011, 07:52:07 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 31 March, 2011, 10:23:39 pm


And what did we say about trimming and capping those mudguard stays?  >:(

 ;) ;D


Don't start!  I should have learnt my lesson after last time.

I'll be cutting them this weekend, wearing safety goggles etc.!

Really pleased with it so far, veery late night building it up and then finished off yesterday afternoon. Will bar tape it, I have brown (probably number one choice) or White tape (which is scientifically the fastest bar tape out there) and finish off a few other bits. Going to get out into the Surrey hills tomorrow for a good few hours, to make sure the setup is comfy and all working (shifting is very nice, except I keep on try to press the campagnolo button to shift! Will take a bit of getting used to the shimano levers).

Thanks for the comments.

Bring on the elenith now!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 09 April, 2011, 09:42:11 pm
Well had some time today so finished the Kaffenback, has been a labour of love due to tight funds so have been buying parts since last Dec, spent more than budget but it is better to build it right first time.

Spec: 30spd Shimano 105 set up with Stronglight Chainset, SJSC Thumb shifters, Fulcrum Racing 5 wheelset, Avid 5 v brakes and levers, Charge Spoon saddle, Fsa Stem, Thorn Bars and seatpost.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/kaffenback2026.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 09 April, 2011, 09:55:02 pm
Great do-it-all bike you've got there, Gene. Very smart  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 April, 2011, 07:54:00 am
Gene, please can you post a link to your SJSC thumb shifters. Thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 10 April, 2011, 09:45:04 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 10 April, 2011, 07:54:00 am
Gene, please can you post a link to your SJSC thumb shifters. Thanks.

No problems

These are the ones: SJSC Shimano Deore XT Style Thumbshifter Sets (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/shimano-deore-xt-style-10-speed-thumbshifter-set-2010-prod21857/)

They also do 8 and 9 speed.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/bikesvarious037.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 16 April, 2011, 06:15:53 pm
that wouldnt be a 0 degree rise stem would it. they are a usefull thing. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 16 April, 2011, 06:54:48 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 16 April, 2011, 06:15:53 pm
that wouldnt be a 0 degree rise stem would it. they are a usefull thing. :thumbsup:

No it is a + or - 6° FSA


FSA XC-150  XT Stem | Buy Online | ChainReactionCycles.com (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=59608)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GlasgowDave on 16 April, 2011, 09:18:20 pm
Our tandem

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5185/5625208114_9ec6d0ee24.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/54854521@N00/5625208114/)

Somewhere in Northumbria

Dave & PerkyGirl
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 April, 2011, 09:31:06 pm
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 April, 2011, 08:28:19 pm
Quote from: GlasgowDave on 16 April, 2011, 09:18:20 pm
Our tandem

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5185/5625208114_9ec6d0ee24.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/54854521@N00/5625208114/)

Somewhere in Northumbria

Dave & PerkyGirl

Can't touch this . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 17 April, 2011, 08:45:41 pm
Quote from: GlasgowDave on 16 April, 2011, 09:18:20 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5185/5625208114_9ec6d0ee24.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/54854521@N00/5625208114/)

There was one of those on the FRNttC last night[1].  The sign, not the tandem.  Or at least not *that* tandem.



[1] Bodyclock not re-synched to NTP.  Apply fudge-factor as needed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Trailrat on 18 April, 2011, 11:50:10 am
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/TrailRat/P4184519.jpg)

My one and only steed! After almost 6 months of being left to freeze under a cover in the garden during winter. Today, I bled her brakes and put some air in her tyres, then took her for a spin round the block. Apart from a good clean and some basic tlc, she is still smooth and perfect!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 18 April, 2011, 01:11:20 pm
I've always been fond of Orange bikes....an itch I will no doubt scratch at some point in the future.....I actually planned to buy an Orange P7 a few years ago but found the front end too high for my liking.

Nice machine
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Trailrat on 18 April, 2011, 01:25:43 pm
Thank you, she is my pride and joy. I don't know why I chose an Orange Gringo but she is beautifully versatile having been used on long road trips and rough rugged dirt tracks. She's dragged trailers and carried racks.
My little mule...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 18 April, 2011, 02:39:52 pm
Quote from: Trailrat on 18 April, 2011, 01:25:43 pm
Thank you, she is my pride and joy. I don't know why I chose an Orange Gringo but she is beautifully versatile having been used on long road trips and rough rugged dirt tracks. She's dragged trailers and carried racks.
My little mule...

Welcome to yacf, Trailrat :).

I think it's customary at this stage to indicate that someone has nicked half your spokes ;D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Trailrat on 18 April, 2011, 03:07:03 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 18 April, 2011, 02:39:52 pm


I think it's customary at this stage to indicate that someone has nicked half your spokes ;D.


That would explain the lean to the left!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:22:16 pm
My Specialized (race) frame has more cracks in it than a builders fashion show, so I've got some Easton wheels to use in the Serotta for the moment.

Chucked 'em in and went out for a DIY 200k audax on it this morning:

(http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm30/Dyffers/SerottawithEastonsApril2011.jpg)

Fast but unforgiving, and I don't trust the stupidliteTM tyres, so it'll be back to the open pros before the 400s/600s start.

Looks nice in the sunshine at Woodgreen on the Avon though. 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Simonb on 18 April, 2011, 05:25:24 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:22:16 pm
Looks nice in the sunshine at Woodgreen on the Avon though. 8)

Very nice. Those cranks look a bit strong though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:29:06 pm
Quote from: Simonb on 18 April, 2011, 05:25:24 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:22:16 pm
Looks nice in the sunshine at Woodgreen on the Avon though. 8)

Very nice. Those cranks look a bit strong though.

You have been one of the people backing up the voices in my head that second hand carbon cranks mght not be best for PBP etc.

(I weighed them though - 100g heavier than the SRAM Red ones *sigh* ;))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 18 April, 2011, 06:05:42 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:29:06 pm
Quote from: Simonb on 18 April, 2011, 05:25:24 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 18 April, 2011, 05:22:16 pm
Looks nice in the sunshine at Woodgreen on the Avon though. 8)

Very nice. Those cranks look a bit strong though.

You have been one of the people backing up the voices in my head that second hand carbon cranks mght not be best for PBP etc.

(I weighed them though - 100g heavier than the SRAM Red ones *sigh* ;))

Paul D weighs his cranks.

<nelson_munce>
Ha Ha!
</nelson_munce>

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 April, 2011, 10:03:56 pm
Paul, at first glance I couldn't see the saddle against the white background.

Weight saving can go too far ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 19 April, 2011, 07:12:47 pm
Shiny new bike alert :thumbsup:
Nice (though a day and a half late) man from UKMail arrived on Saturday with this inna big boxy thing.
Wheel swap and fit computer and off out we go on Sunday afternoon.
Rather impressed with 2011 Tiagra, feels a lot like 10 speed 105 with short lever throw and vv crisp shifting.
Happy Bunnies R Us
Steve
http://www.flickr.com/photos/54469638@N03/5635425858/in/set-72157626408612319 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/54469638@N03/5635425858/in/set-72157626408612319)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 19 April, 2011, 07:17:52 pm
[ahem]
And if some kind soul can explain what I was doing wrong with trying to insert an image into the post itself I'll stop doing the "I have no clue" linking out thing :-[
[ahem]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 19 April, 2011, 09:14:51 pm
This?
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5147/5634846015_d87f5dd6f0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 19 April, 2011, 09:20:14 pm
So it should have looked like this (complete road stable):
Yukon
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5227/5635425858_059eae7664_b.jpg)
Edinburgh Cycle singlespeed
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5143/5634958229_329c5b90eb_b.jpg)
Steve
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 19 April, 2011, 09:53:19 pm
Very nice bikes steve  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 20 April, 2011, 06:36:04 am
Quote from: Feline on 19 April, 2011, 09:53:19 pm
Very nice bikes steve  :thumbsup:
Glad you approve  :)
To be perfectly honest my initial plan was to get the Sabbath September like yours, but when the shop says they can't get your frame size for 8 weeks but you can have a Yukon now with the same spec at the same price what's a boy to do?
Steve
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: steveh on 20 April, 2011, 06:37:15 am
Quote from: steveh on 19 April, 2011, 07:17:52 pm
[ahem]
And if some kind soul can explain what I was doing wrong with trying to insert an image into the post itself I'll stop doing the "I have no clue" linking out thing :-[
[ahem]

Many thanks to Arvid for showing me how the photo thingy works - sorted  :thumbsup:
Steve
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 20 April, 2011, 03:35:58 pm
First ride on the TCR this year.  At the top of Orton on the Hill:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5101/5637921314_29675d68fc_z_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 20 April, 2011, 08:27:12 pm
My "new" summer bike. Here in its off-tarmac dress, with different wheels/tyres/cassette hanging up ready for quick swop also for the road. Easton Elite frame (and here with Bonty RaceLites) really nice weight.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/SumEast2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 April, 2011, 09:00:41 pm
Looks great.  I'm loving those handlebars - what are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 20 April, 2011, 09:20:46 pm
Thank you! I rather imagine that we are in a minority here! The 'bars are trad upright "comfort, trekking, bars". Usually some (in differing widths) on ebay at 12-15 quid mark. I fitted some to a couple of bikes when I had some back trouble - and while that's passed, I'm hooked on the "Dutch" bike riding position. (No innuendo intended.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 April, 2011, 09:47:36 pm
The bars on my Pashley are too wide or rather too straight too - I much prefer that backward sweep.  When I get around to changing my shifter (which will no doubt involve destructively removing the grips uh-gain) I'll look out for a pair of those.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 20 April, 2011, 09:53:59 pm
I have one set of these and one slightly narrower:

Raleigh North Rounder Comfort Handlebars RRP £15.99 | eBay UK (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Raleigh-North-Rounder-Comfort-Handlebars-RRP-15-99-/140535265597?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item20b88df93d)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 April, 2011, 10:04:21 pm
Thanks.  Right, that's it then.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 20 April, 2011, 10:08:03 pm
I've just ordered On One Mungos for my pootling bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 April, 2011, 10:26:10 pm
Now you got me thinking - I'm wickedly tempted to put a pair of those on my Trek Pilot  :o

I doubt I would ever get around to that though - would need new shifters, levers and everything.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 20 April, 2011, 10:41:17 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 20 April, 2011, 10:08:03 pm
I've just ordered On One Mungos for my pootling bike.

 :thumbsup:

They look kind of cool! I wonder what my Fuji would look like with those! The red ones look almost pink in the pics too. The stem on that bike is oversize though hmmm.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 April, 2011, 09:19:00 am
Quote from: corshamjim on 20 April, 2011, 10:26:10 pm
Now you got me thinking - I'm wickedly tempted to put a pair of those on my Trek Pilot  :o

I doubt I would ever get around to that though - would need new shifters, levers and everything.

I'm not sure if they'll work best for me with flat bar levers under the bars at the end, mtb shifters just inboard of these and rubber grips, or drop bar levers on the bends and bar-end shifters, taped with Benotto tape. 

I suspect the former will be the most practical but the latter would look cowin' lush on the powder blue Galaxy..  I even have some non-aero drop bar levers with natural rubber hoods..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 21 April, 2011, 12:35:23 pm
I guess the Guv'nor has similar bars, with mtb style brake levers.  Gear shift levers not so much of a problem on an SA 3-speed though!  ;D

Pashley Cycles - Guv'nor (http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/guvnor-3-speed.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 21 April, 2011, 08:51:33 pm
Ok, I seem to finally be there with the bikes, or at least for the time being, so we have:-

The general pub/shopping and backup commuting bike, an old Dawes frame Xcheck forks and a new SA 3 speed hub:-

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5266/5608967179_d451572e42.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5608967179/)
IMG_6478 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5608967179/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

Then there's the main commuter/backup weekend long ride bike, Salsa Vaya frameset, alfine dynamo front wheel, SRAM I-9 hub gear rear, Avid BB7 disc brakes and using a Forward Components mini EBB for chain tension:-

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5185/5609548936_42a8621baf.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5609548936/)
IMG_6481 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5609548936/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

Finally the weekend bike, Burls custom Ti frame, Winwood Muddycross disc forks, Avid BB7 disc brakes, Mavic TN719 rims on Hope hubs, super compact chainset 24/40, 9 speed Dura Ace barend shifters, but haven't put the front derailler on yet:-

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5261/5608969745_002a8543da.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5608969745/)
Burls Ti Side View (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/5608969745/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 21 April, 2011, 10:13:54 pm
I have 3 bikes too, but two of them I'd happily do without.  Do you spend a few minutes each morning deciding which to ride?  They all look great!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 12:25:07 am
No decision, if the bike needs to be locked in public, or I'm just pootling, then it's the Dawes. Commuting and training it's the Vaya or Dawes as a backup and social riding it would be Vaya or Burls depending on conditions and luggage requirements, but Burls through preference.

To be honest the Burls is the expendable one, that was the indulgence as opposed to being needed. At least one of the other two is used daily and I plan on adding a Carry Freedom Y frame trailer in large to expand shopping trip potential.

At some point I hope to upgrade the Vaya to an Alfine 11 hub gear and use the SRAM I-9 on the Dawes. Though I may replace the Dawes frame with a 29er frame so that it has a bit more offroad potential. I'm a bit anal about having versatility and a backup constantly ready  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 22 April, 2011, 03:14:20 am
Nice bikes MacB. They also looks very clean  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
the bike that i do most miles on. commuter, tourer, audax, do-it-all bike. assembled with reliability and comfort in mind. the fit and position are great, and i can live on it for couple of days no problem. the bike in the photos is set up for a 475k weekend tour including 200k audax ride (under 8hrs). the weather was fine, hence minimal luggage. eight gears 30"- 86", brooks b17, marathon+ 25c tyres, deore+mavic a319 wheels, tektro disc brake, alloy frame with steel fork, zoom touring handlebars with ergo grips.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_VFe4kUG_5CU/TYd3QjlLU0I/AAAAAAAABOk/E6gLaQ117rU/s512/IMGP0226.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_VFe4kUG_5CU/TYd3evcs4RI/AAAAAAAABOo/59NQN4w66gw/s512/IMGP0227.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_VFe4kUG_5CU/TYd3esjNlSI/AAAAAAAABOs/y0uWl87u2eo/s512/IMGP0228.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 11:03:25 am
Quote from: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 12:25:07 am
I'm a bit anal about having versatility and a backup constantly ready  ;D

very nice bikes, all quite similar! you are lacking a folder for versatility ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kevina9 on 22 April, 2011, 11:08:26 am
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
alloy frame with steel fork

Interesting bike, ZigZag - and a very unusual frame - what frame is it, exactly?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 11:22:22 am
Quote from: Kevina9 on 22 April, 2011, 11:08:26 am
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
alloy frame with steel fork

Interesting bike, ZigZag - and a very unusual frame - what frame is it, exactly?

it's a decathlon "b'twin triban 5" frame. what i like about it that it is possible to install the lowest chainring possible and front mech wouldn't foul the chainstays (but i don't use front gears, as in my view the mech design is flawed and doomed to failure :D). there's also a handy "pocket" in a frame above bb to store overshoes, not-so-compact camera etc. the frame can take 50mm balloon tyres without mudguards, or 42mm with.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 22 April, 2011, 11:48:04 am
Quote from: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 12:25:07 am
No decision, if the bike needs to be locked in public, or I'm just pootling, then it's the Dawes. Commuting and training it's the Vaya or Dawes as a backup and social riding it would be Vaya or Burls depending on conditions and luggage requirements, but Burls through preference.

To be honest the Burls is the expendable one, that was the indulgence as opposed to being needed. At least one of the other two is used daily and I plan on adding a Carry Freedom Y frame trailer in large to expand shopping trip potential.

At some point I hope to upgrade the Vaya to an Alfine 11 hub gear and use the SRAM I-9 on the Dawes. Though I may replace the Dawes frame with a 29er frame so that it has a bit more offroad potential. I'm a bit anal about having versatility and a backup constantly ready  ;D

Top looking stable there, MacB, I really cannot decide which one I like best. Full marks to you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 22 April, 2011, 11:49:50 am
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 11:22:22 am
Quote from: Kevina9 on 22 April, 2011, 11:08:26 am
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
alloy frame with steel fork

Interesting bike, ZigZag - and a very unusual frame - what frame is it, exactly?

it's a decathlon "b'twin triban 5" frame. what i like about it that it is possible to install the lowest chainring possible and front mech wouldn't foul the chainstays (but i don't use front gears, as in my view the mech design is flawed and doomed to failure :D). there's also a handy "pocket" in a frame above bb to store overshoes, not-so-compact camera etc. the frame can take 50mm balloon tyres without mudguards, or 42mm with.
Another geat bike, too many all at once for me to take in on this thread. Looks like you've got it well sorted, ZigZag.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 04:10:25 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 11:22:22 am
Quote from: Kevina9 on 22 April, 2011, 11:08:26 am
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
alloy frame with steel fork

Interesting bike, ZigZag - and a very unusual frame - what frame is it, exactly?

it's a decathlon "b'twin triban 5" frame. what i like about it that it is possible to install the lowest chainring possible and front mech wouldn't foul the chainstays (but i don't use front gears, as in my view the mech design is flawed and doomed to failure :D). there's also a handy "pocket" in a frame above bb to store overshoes, not-so-compact camera etc. the frame can take 50mm balloon tyres without mudguards, or 42mm with.

If I need a folder then that frame of yours looks like a perfect opporunity to try a belt drive without needing a break/coupling in the frame  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 04:11:15 pm
Quote from: Feline on 22 April, 2011, 03:14:20 am
Nice bikes MacB. They also looks very clean  :o

Burls hadn't been ridden yet at that point and the other two, baby wipes just before the camera  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 06:43:43 pm
Quote from: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 04:10:25 pm
If I need a folder then that frame of yours looks like a perfect opporunity to try a belt drive without needing a break/coupling in the frame  ;D

the frame has got that capability, but i don't do belts, chains are superior 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 22 April, 2011, 06:48:53 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 10:47:50 am
zoom touring handlebars with ergo grips.

Oh gosh - more lovely handlebars.  :)  I really like that curvy frame too.  Interesting to see how the chain runs below the chainstay.

I agree with you about front derailleurs.  I've been cursing at mine all day for shifting down to the smallest chainwheel when I only wanted it to go to middle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 07:11:13 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 22 April, 2011, 06:43:43 pm
Quote from: MacB on 22 April, 2011, 04:10:25 pm
If I need a folder then that frame of yours looks like a perfect opporunity to try a belt drive without needing a break/coupling in the frame  ;D

the frame has got that capability, but i don't do belts, chains are superior 8)

fair enough, by the way I just looked on Decathlon and the Triban 5 is a road frame and I couldn't find any frame like yours.

Believe it or not I have been thinking about another frame with the longer term intention of replacing the Dawes. If/when I upgrade the Vaya to the Alfine 11/SON Dyanmo hub then I'd need a home for the I-9/alfine dynamo setup. They could go on the Dawes but I'm really limited to about 700x32 tyres on that. I'm thinking a hybrid/29er frameset, clearance for up to 700x50/2" tyres, vertical dropouts, v/canti bosses and disc brake mounts, steel or alu frame, steel forks, mudguard mounts and rear rack eyelets.

I think you can see where I'm going here, that frame of yours looked spot on but I couldn't find it  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 24 April, 2011, 04:12:02 pm
Another day, another mountaintop...

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/colnago_rhigos.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 27 April, 2011, 09:05:20 am
My nooooooo pompetamine

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/__5EyI8Ck-Lw/TbcmeqSwPEI/AAAAAAAAcyA/lo99TlaMz1E/s640/IMG_0290.JPG)

And in full "hmmm.... that brick might just come in handy in my pannier"TM Woolly commute fettle stylee

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/__5EyI8Ck-Lw/TbcmnpwNcoI/AAAAAAAAcyo/Hf2U8aaHPrw/s640/IMG_0295.JPG)

Small gallery including some detail shots here: https://picasaweb.google.com/londondailyphoto/PompCircumstance#

And I am very please to announce that ANYONE detecting the slightest hint of non-tension in the drive linkage is fantasizing.

Riding experience is excellent, but there are one or two little niggles:
- The zip tying of the brake cables to the fork is primitive.
- zip ties holding cables in everywhere. OK, but they REALLY DO NEED TO BE CUT SQUARE AND FLUSH. grrr
- With the 110 stem, I am comfortable, but the steering is a tad strange. I can live with it as handling seems very nice
- Brakes needed adjustment before riding

Otherwise, smiles all round
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 27 April, 2011, 09:13:19 am
Nice bike, odd cranks. The bike-gestapo have been musing over it! And I've been trying to spot-the-brick too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 27 April, 2011, 09:23:40 am
Quote from: Riggers on 27 April, 2011, 09:13:19 am
Nice bike, odd cranks. The bike-gestapo have been musing over it! And I've been trying to spot-the-brick too!

Yes, indeed. To quote "CSOOTC-170-SIL-48-BS - 1 - OnOne External Bearing Track Crankset / 170 mm / Silver / 48t / Includes BSA Thread Bottom Bracket BIKE BUILD [CBOOPOMPETVERSA]" It's on my list to research to find out about.

The one thing I'm rather impressed with are the wheels, eyletted DT Swiss, XT at the front and I'd say likely to be responsible for the quality handling. Jury is out on the Schwalbe Kojaks (and I'm not too keen on them being as big - 35 ) but unless something narsty happens, I'll wear them out before changing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 27 April, 2011, 09:27:35 am
Ooooh I do like that :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 April, 2011, 09:37:34 am
That works.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arvid on 27 April, 2011, 02:11:35 pm
Quote from: Ham on 27 April, 2011, 09:23:40 am
Jury is out on the Schwalbe Kojaks (and I'm not too keen on them being as big - 35 ) but unless something narsty happens, I'll wear them out before changing.

Funny, I was thinking "very nice bike, except I'd put on 50mm Kojaks instead of 35s". And while posting this I realized you must have 622 wheels and not 559... and the 622 only comes in 35, so I'm talking bullocks. (Marathon Supreme do exist in 50-622, but I hear they are Not Fast and they sure are Expensive and Heavy).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 27 April, 2011, 04:19:30 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 27 April, 2011, 09:27:35 am
Ooooh I do like that :)

Me likewise - very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 27 April, 2011, 08:02:27 pm
I've a feeling that I've already posted one of this bike but since I've put the drops back on...

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5188/5661465293_27d900cd20_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/5661465293/)
IMG_0817 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/5661465293/) by Hey look, it's Luke! (http://www.flickr.com/people/60205142@N04/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5224/5661975234_52a7ac76b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/5661975234/)
IMG_0758 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/5661975234/) by Hey look, it's Luke! (http://www.flickr.com/people/60205142@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 April, 2011, 08:31:31 pm
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 27 April, 2011, 08:42:28 pm
I think the Sardars are much under-rated. I know I have one. DT shifters aswell, I like, I like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 27 April, 2011, 10:20:52 pm
First Pic, bike never used in anger
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/004.jpg?t=1303939344)
Second pic, at the top of the Stockeu on Liege Bastogne Liege
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2011-04-22164504.jpg?t=1303939299)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 April, 2011, 10:25:56 pm
Poor Eddy's falling off the back of it. ;D

Very SHOUTY graphics, but a nice bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 April, 2011, 12:41:51 pm
Audax bike back together following some fettling:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5664377018_2374506539_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 28 April, 2011, 12:54:23 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 April, 2011, 10:25:56 pm
Poor Eddy's falling off the back of it. ;D

Very SHOUTY graphics, but a nice bike.

Yeah, nice. Really should have aligned the tyre and rim graphics though. ;)

Tewdric, that's very neat. Looks like a Reynolds transfer on the seat tube - where's the frame from?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 28 April, 2011, 12:57:04 pm
Quote from: токамак on 28 April, 2011, 12:54:23 pm
Tewdric, that's very neat. Looks like a Reynolds transfer on the seat tube - where's the frame from?

It's a Bridgwater built Thorn in 853 - essentially a Cyclosportif but with clearance for 25c tyres and guards (it's running 700x25 Krylion Carbons at the moment) and a 135mm OLN rear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 28 April, 2011, 01:01:33 pm
Very nice Pip I do like Giants having 3 myself  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 28 April, 2011, 02:38:34 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 28 April, 2011, 12:41:51 pm
Audax bike back together following some fettling:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5664377018_2374506539_z.jpg)

Dear Gods, Tewdric.  Do you have to measure your inside leg in furlongs to stay in double figures?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 28 April, 2011, 06:16:53 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 28 April, 2011, 12:41:51 pm
Audax bike back together following some fettling:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5664377018_2374506539_z.jpg)


OooOoooh that is very shiny  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 30 April, 2011, 09:58:18 am
I'm considering cleaning  :o my Brompton.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_45o2t790K90/TbvOUJtecSI/AAAAAAAAGPU/C5Yh-5rtsGI/s640/p4034761.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_45o2t790K90/TbvOWsjAacI/AAAAAAAAGPY/cBApriee5uM/s640/p4034763.jpg)

Not sure if it's really needed though.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 30 April, 2011, 10:36:03 am
It don't need cleaning.Spend the time riding it or n+1 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 08 May, 2011, 10:58:14 am
A rare outing on the MTB today.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5227/5698518943_b2dccbe22f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5698518943/)
mtb (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5698518943/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 08 May, 2011, 01:09:33 pm
Flexstem? Retro!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 08 May, 2011, 02:54:46 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 28 April, 2011, 12:41:51 pm
Audax bike back together following some fettling:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5664377018_2374506539_z.jpg)


That looks fast  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 09 May, 2011, 08:09:14 pm
Whoops!  I just bought this:
(http://i597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/P1080713.jpg) (http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/?start=all)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 09 May, 2011, 08:18:11 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 09 May, 2011, 08:09:14 pm
Whoops!  I just bought this:
(http://i597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/P1080713.jpg) (http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/?start=all)


  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 May, 2011, 09:36:35 pm
Oops! That does look like a happy accident.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 May, 2011, 01:43:39 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 09 May, 2011, 08:09:14 pm
Whoops!  I just bought this:
(http://i597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/P1080713.jpg) (http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Gazelle/Lilac%20Gazelle/?start=all)



Was it deer ?

Yes, that is my coat.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 10 May, 2011, 07:47:59 am
.. and he lopes  off coat in hand.

igmc too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 May, 2011, 08:29:19 am
He was on the horns of a dilemma but elanded the right side :thumbsup:

No, it's too warm for a coat...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 10 May, 2011, 07:02:13 pm
Quote from: chris n on 08 May, 2011, 01:09:33 pm
Flexstem? Retro!  :thumbsup:

A close up

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2222/5700818940_304116e3dd.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5700818940/)
Girvin Flexstem (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5700818940/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Trek 4000 MTB - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/sets/72157626566841081/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 10 May, 2011, 08:20:50 pm
This is the bike I bought off Bledlow of this parish in 2009. I rode it last year and then started on a full re-furb. Stripped the frame and had it re-sprayed. Ergos (re-built to 10sp), wheels (rear hub overhauled), seat post, front mech and brakes are original, the rest is new. Took it for its first spin this evening. Lovely ;D.

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/roberts_may11_2.jpg)

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/roberts_may11_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Simonb on 10 May, 2011, 08:22:43 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 10 May, 2011, 08:20:50 pm
Lovely ;D.

Indeed. Perfect evening for it too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 10 May, 2011, 09:16:31 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 10 May, 2011, 08:20:50 pm
This is the bike I bought off Bledlow of this parish in 2009. I rode it last year and then started on a full re-furb. Stripped the frame and had it re-sprayed. Ergos (re-built to 10sp), wheels (rear hub overhauled), seat post, front mech and brakes are original, the rest is new. Took it for its first spin this evening. Lovely ;D.

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/roberts_may11_2.jpg)

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/roberts_may11_1.jpg)

loving that green
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 10 May, 2011, 10:05:55 pm
Nice to see it's still green, though a different shade from the original. How much did it take to rebuild from 9 to 10 speed? And what did you do with the old 8 speed (but worked with the 9 speed levers) rear mech? That stem - new headset to go with it, I presume. I see you didn't get new Columbus transfers.

Glad you're enjoying it. Chas knows how to build a nice handling frame.

Apart from a slight excess of black (I preferred silver with the old green) Roberts looks rather lovely in her new livery. I'm having regrets. Excuse me while I have a little moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 10 May, 2011, 10:30:58 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 10 May, 2011, 10:05:55 pm
Nice to see it's still green, though a different shade from the original. How much did it take to rebuild from 9 to 10 speed? And what did you do with the old 8 speed (but worked with the 9 speed levers) rear mech? That stem - new headset to go with it, I presume. I see you didn't get new Columbus transfers.

I was completely undecided on what colour to have it painted until the May WARTY last year when everyone loved the colour it was! The colour I chose is Kawasaki Pearl Green. I went to a local paint shop and matched a paint that was easy to get. It's very close to the original, just a shade brighter. Car colours didn't work; the metallic flecks are too big. Motorbike paints are better in this respect, plus the paint shop does a lot of motorbike re-furb (as well as the odd bike frame - the owner has a Dawes). Since I was having the frame stripped I had the steerer replaced with a threadless tube as I prefer the look. Headset is Campag Record, stem a budget 3T with 3T Morphe bars that I managed to source NOS.

I had Mercian re-build the levers. Cost far too much and in hindsight I should have sold the 9sp ones and bought new. I'm not sure even why I upgraded to 10 but since I wanted new bits it was probably availability. I still have the original 8sp rear mech and will probably advertise it for sale here. Kept the front mech it came with as Campag seem to have abandoned triples. Chainset is a Stronglight Impact which I chose for lower gearing.

I did find a Columbus decal but it was about 8 Euros so I didn't bother. Got a narwhal instead for the head tube ;D.

Quote from: Bledlow on 10 May, 2011, 10:05:55 pm
Glad you're enjoying it. Chas knows how to build a nice handling frame.

I love the handling of this bike and said the same to my mate on our ride this evening. My Raleigh Special Products road bike is much more twitchy and has a tendency to over-steer. The Roberts, OTOH, just drifts gently round bends and feels rock solid on descents.

Quote from: Bledlow on 10 May, 2011, 10:05:55 pm
Apart from a slight excess of black (I preferred silver with the old green) Roberts looks rather lovely in her new livery. I'm having regrets. Excuse me while I have a little moment.

I like black ;). Glad you like the look of it though. I promise I'll look after her and if we meet on a ride you can have a go for old time's sake :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 10 May, 2011, 10:47:44 pm
Ta.

It's a nice green, & not too different from the old one.

Some time in the 1990s I met a car on a bend when I was going down a hill in Normandy, behind the place I'd been staying in for the previous week. I knew the hill by then, & had never seen a car on it (rural France - very quiet roads), so was, perhaps, a little faster than was wise on a road with crap sight lines.

Pure reflex, dunno how I got past. I swear I skittered sideways. But Roberts went exactly where pointed, with no fuss, & damn quick too. No thinking about whether to change direction for a while, no getting flighty & over-reacting to my twitching, just did what I wanted. I was pleased.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 11 May, 2011, 04:09:09 pm
Just fettled on a new set of Nitto Randos and some bar tape to match the seat (you'd think they'd make them the same colour seeing as they're the same make  ::-))

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/IMG_2955.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 11 May, 2011, 04:32:20 pm
^^^^

Lovely indeed.

But, yes, it is annoying when a company makes products that don't quite match up with each other.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 11 May, 2011, 05:23:36 pm
It's actually less obvious in the flesh, the camera software that "fixes" the pictures has made it slightly worse I reckon.

But still...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 11 May, 2011, 06:49:11 pm
I do like that Holdsworth.  Lovely blue colour ... downtube shifters ...  I can't think of anything not to like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm
I have a thing for old restored bikes. Gotta say the Roberts & the Holdsworth look fantastic.  Not sure which one I like the most ?

A few points though. The hoods/Brake levers on both bikes want dropping about 25mm, or is it your prefered riding positions ?

Also the valves on the innner tubes are to long on both bikes. I think it's a trend thing at the moment having loooong valves on wheel sets
Same as on one of my bikes  :)  It just looks wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 11 May, 2011, 07:31:52 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm
A few points though. The hoods/Brake levers on both bikes want dropping about 25mm, or is it your prefered riding positions ?

I agree with you there, also the drops should be 5-10 degrees from horizontal, not 30 degrees. It spoils the look of an otherwise classic-looking steel frame for me I'm afraid!

It seems so common now, but I can't help thinking it arises from bad fit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 11 May, 2011, 07:41:15 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm

A few points though. The hoods/Brake levers on both bikes want dropping about 25mm, or is it your prefered riding positions ?

I fitted the hoods level with the tops of the bars to give a more-or-less contiguous surface (from the first bend to the lever) for my hands to rest upon. The bars are then rotated towards the rider a few degrees as this is more ergonomic than rotating my wrists downwards to match the contact surface. Fit the task to the man, not the other way round!

Quote from: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm
Also the valves on the innner tubes are to long on both bikes. I think it's a trend thing at the moment having loooong valves on wheel sets
Same as on one of my bikes  :)  It just looks wrong.

That's just the way they come. Life's too short to worry about such things :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 11 May, 2011, 07:47:48 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 11 May, 2011, 07:31:52 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm
A few points though. The hoods/Brake levers on both bikes want dropping about 25mm, or is it your prefered riding positions ?

I agree with you there, also the drops should be 5-10 degrees from horizontal, not 30 degrees. It spoils the look of an otherwise classic-looking steel frame for me I'm afraid!

It seems so common now, but I can't help thinking it arises from bad fit.

Or bikes were poorly set up in the past and owners are now realising there is another way?

At the risk of coming across slightly brusque, I don't give a stuff about what is "right", "common", or "classic". It's my bike and I built it the way I want it. You can have your bike the way you want it  :P.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 11 May, 2011, 07:54:26 pm
Tasty Holdsworth.

Quote from: Rhys W on 11 May, 2011, 07:31:52 pm
It seems so common now, but I can't help thinking it arises from bad fit

I agree that that's sometimes the cause.

But generally I think the trend towards level tops or even a bit of an upslope going up to the hoods arose because lots of people have had early bike experience with using bar ends on flat bars and then replicate that with the tops of drop bars. It's a comfortable position.

As demonstrated during a bike fitting last year:
Sit on a chair. Lean forward as if you are on bike with your arms by your sides, hanging naturally, palms inwards. Swing your arms forward until they are about where your bars would be. For most people your hand position there is roughly similar to a bar-end on a MTB / flat or slightly upsloping tops on the drops.

Doosh - don't fret about the colour difference as that bike is crying out for a Brooks saddle anyway  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 11 May, 2011, 08:31:09 pm
I've got a Brooks on the hack bike/shopper and I'm not 100% convinced, it seemed comfortable to start with but recently I've felt a bit of pinching on the inner thigh area. Plus the Spoon is cheap and well reviewed so I thought I'd give one a try for the sake of £20.

As for the bars/valves- To be honest the frame is probably a bit big for me, although when I put my dimensions into most of the basic calculators I get 57cm for a horizontal top tubed frame and that is what the Holdsworth is. So I must have either odd length legs, torso or arms. If/when I get a bit fitter and leaner I might level them off a bit, but at the minute they feel best where they are so that's where they're staying as I want as little 'ramp' to the hoods as I can get at present as that feels most comfortable.

Valves? meh, they're for putting air in.  I just fitted the tubes, couldn't give a stuff as to what length the valves are and I didn't even know you could get different length valves, are some people that shallow?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2011, 09:08:27 pm
That Holdsworth is lovely.  Don't like the brown bar tape, but it ain't my bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 May, 2011, 11:21:18 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 11 May, 2011, 08:31:09 pm
Valves? meh, they're for putting air in.  I just fitted the tubes, couldn't give a stuff as to what length the valves are and I didn't even know you could get different length valves, are some people that shallow?
But you need to align the valves with the label on the tyres and colour-match the valve cap to the sidewalls!  :o
 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 12 May, 2011, 11:58:44 am
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 11 May, 2011, 07:13:12 pm
I have a thing for old restored bikes. Gotta say the Roberts & the Holdsworth look fantastic. 
I find it slightly disconcerting to read 'old restored bike' as a description of a bike I bought new & was riding until summer 2009, but I suppose that a 1993 bike is now old enough to qualify - and it's certainly been restored.

Still got the original brakes & seatpost, but I'd replaced the entire drivetrain & wheels several years before selling it. The original Shimano cranks live on: Mrs B has them on her road bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 12 May, 2011, 12:26:47 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 11 May, 2011, 07:47:48 pm

At the risk of coming across slightly brusque, I don't give a stuff about what is "right", "common", or "classic". It's my bike and I built it the way I want it. You can have your bike the way you want it  :P.

Well said that man  :thumbsup:


The recent Thorn, Roberts & Holdsworth bikes are all bloomin lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 12 May, 2011, 01:02:55 pm
First time I'd ridden that Holdsworth was today, it rides beautifully and I want to retract that I think it's too big. As it's set up in that picture it's very comfortable and added 2mph to my average speed and knocked 5-6 minutes off my best time for a short local loop I do when I'm short on time.

My first proper road bike and I love it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 15 May, 2011, 07:47:39 am
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2748/5719263695_eb5316d436.jpg)

Added padding to the ¨roll bars¨ on our trike (they are just to support the hood). The hoops are bolted in, and pretty thick, so you could get a hearty bump off them. The kids are too small to bump them now, but they are growing quickly. I can also confirm that the padding also makes a nice headrest for grown-ups.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 18 May, 2011, 10:10:46 pm
I have a new bike!

It is an on-one inbred. Mostly it is standard on-one build bits, with Mary bars, because they look comfy and I’ve swapped to a Brooks saddle, because I like them. The plan is to use it as a straight mountain bike (my old trek staying as commuter and family ride bike) and roughstuff tourer, hence the barbag and choice of frame which takes a rack around disc brakes with minimal hassle. I’ve yet to find time for actually riding it beyond a quick go up and down the street, but here are some unpacking and setting up pictures. (click for bigness)

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729-150x123.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729.jpg)

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735-150x100.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 18 May, 2011, 10:17:36 pm
Quote from: perpetual dan on 18 May, 2011, 10:10:46 pm
I have a new bike!

It is an on-one inbred. Mostly it is standard on-one build bits, with Mary bars, because they look comfy and I’ve swapped to a Brooks saddle, because I like them. The plan is to use it as a straight mountain bike (my old trek staying as commuter and family ride bike) and roughstuff tourer, hence the barbag and choice of frame which takes a rack around disc brakes with minimal hassle. I’ve yet to find time for actually riding it beyond a quick go up and down the street, but here are some unpacking and setting up pictures.

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729-150x123.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729.jpg)

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735-150x100.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735.jpg)


Very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2011, 10:25:15 pm
Cool.  Hope you have loads of fun :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 19 May, 2011, 09:54:52 am
Quote from: perpetual dan on 18 May, 2011, 10:10:46 pm
I have a new bike!

It is an on-one inbred. Mostly it is standard on-one build bits, with Mary bars, because they look comfy and I’ve swapped to a Brooks saddle, because I like them. The plan is to use it as a straight mountain bike (my old trek staying as commuter and family ride bike) and roughstuff tourer, hence the barbag and choice of frame which takes a rack around disc brakes with minimal hassle. I’ve yet to find time for actually riding it beyond a quick go up and down the street, but here are some unpacking and setting up pictures.

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729-150x123.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000729.jpg)

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735-150x100.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/P1000735.jpg)


My missus has one (hers is an Inbred 456), and she loves it. I hope you enjoy yours as much!

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/DSC00906.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 May, 2011, 09:02:46 pm
The Harry Hall in Bryan Chapman 600 mode last week.  I must admit I took Alouicious's advice and swapped the 52 outer ring for a 42.  I was never under-geared.

I was amazed how comfortable this bike is.  Old Skool 531, but there's just no road buzz and even cattle grids and potholes are just soaked up.  It's got skinny 25 tyres, but rides more smoothly than the Ti bikes with 32 mm tyres.  Climbs like a pallet of spuds though :)

(http://bosphorus.f2s.com/harry_hall.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 19 May, 2011, 09:06:40 pm
Sluverly
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 19 May, 2011, 09:11:52 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 May, 2011, 09:02:46 pm


I was amazed how comfortable this bike is.  Old Skool 531, but there's just no road buzz and even cattle grids and potholes are just soaked up.  It's got skinny 25 tyres, but rides more smoothly than the Ti bikes with 32 mm tyres.  Climbs like a pallet of spuds though :)



that text applies equally so to my Longstaff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 19 May, 2011, 09:22:16 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 May, 2011, 09:02:46 pm
The Harry Hall in Bryan Chapman 600 mode last week.  I must admit I took Alouicious's advice and swapped the 52 outer ring for a 42.  I was never under-geared.

I was amazed how comfortable this bike is.  Old Skool 531, but there's just no road buzz and even cattle grids and potholes are just soaked up.  It's got skinny 25 tyres, but rides more smoothly than the Ti bikes with 32 mm tyres.  Climbs like a pallet of spuds though :)

(http://bosphorus.f2s.com/harry_hall.jpg)

Hi
I nearly purchased a Harry Hall frame very similar or the same as this last year when I was in Harry Halls shop. In the end I just replaced the same frame as the one that got stolen. So is this frame from 2010 ? I know Harrys have been building frames for years though nowadays there imported from somewhere else. They stopped building frames sometime in the 1990's I think ? This was one of the things that put me off. Wasn't cheap though the Harry Hall frame n fork, I think it was over £650
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 May, 2011, 09:25:05 pm
Looks great.  Like a proper bike should.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 19 May, 2011, 09:45:07 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 19 May, 2011, 09:22:16 pm
I know Harrys have been building frames for years though nowadays there imported from somewhere else. They stopped building frames sometime in the 1990's I think ?

I thought that Mike Kowal used to build their frames ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 19 May, 2011, 10:13:28 pm
Quote from: clarion on 19 May, 2011, 09:25:05 pm
Looks great.  Like a proper bike should.

Yeah, the Brooks suits it perfectly, doesn't it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 19 May, 2011, 10:33:21 pm
Very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 19 May, 2011, 10:34:25 pm
Lush!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 May, 2011, 10:37:29 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 19 May, 2011, 09:22:16 pm
So is this frame from 2010 ?

1983.  I've had it from new, bought to get me over a failed love affair (with a woman, not a bike ;))

One of the later ones built in-house by Harry himself. That's its third paint-job.  It was burgundy until 1991, then blue for 10 years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ian H on 19 May, 2011, 10:37:46 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 May, 2011, 09:02:46 pm
The Harry Hall in Bryan Chapman 600 mode last week.  I must admit I took Alouicious's advice and swapped the 52 outer ring for a 42.  I was never under-geared.

I did notice the ultra-close ratio chainrings.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 May, 2011, 10:38:50 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 May, 2011, 09:02:46 pm
The Harry Hall in Bryan Chapman 600 mode last week

Tidy  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 May, 2011, 10:43:35 pm
You can date it from the single set of bottle bosses, from the days when real men only ever needed one bottle.  The one on the seat tube is on a removable mount.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 19 May, 2011, 11:49:18 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 May, 2011, 10:37:29 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 19 May, 2011, 09:22:16 pm
So is this frame from 2010 ?

I've had it from new, bought to get me over a failed love affair (with a woman, not a bike ;))



I'm sure it was her loss MV   :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 20 May, 2011, 07:27:14 am
Definitely. Look at the bike she could have had!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 20 May, 2011, 09:00:46 am
Quote from: MattH on 20 May, 2011, 07:27:14 am
Definitely. Look at the bike she could have had!

You are almost Jim Bowen
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 20 May, 2011, 10:30:16 am
MV's bike is so red, it's just a speed blur.  ;D

Looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 May, 2011, 09:18:12 pm
Quote from: Jacob on 25 May, 2011, 09:13:49 pm
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41832500@N07/with/5758987775/                                     My new bike a Gios steel compact pro.I love it.

Clearly too small for you - I think you should give it to me!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 25 May, 2011, 09:24:55 pm
Flickr: nightrider8's Photostream (http://www.flickr.com/photos/41832500@N07/with/5758987775/)
My new bike.The Gios.Compact Pro.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 26 May, 2011, 06:47:04 am
that Mercian on your photostream is a beaut..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 26 May, 2011, 08:00:54 am
The Mercian had a re-vamp last year.A respray by Mercian,new components,Brook swift saddle and leather bar tap to set it off.Its my Audax bike.The red bike is a Kinesis convert equipped with S3X Sturmey Archer.My training bike.The blue bike is for club rides and set up for speed.It needs a Brook saddle though,I need some comfort.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 May, 2011, 10:04:29 am
Quote from: Jacob on 26 May, 2011, 08:00:54 am
It needs a Brook saddle though

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

That Gios needs something like a Turbo or a Rolls, or even a Regal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cal on 26 May, 2011, 12:22:25 pm
(http://i1012.photobucket.com/albums/af249/cjmcrbothy/IMG_0131.jpg)

Six weeks in now and delighted with the comfort.  Unfortunately it doesn't brake worth a damn......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 26 May, 2011, 02:45:36 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 26 May, 2011, 10:04:29 am
Quote from: Jacob on 26 May, 2011, 08:00:54 am
It needs a Brook saddle though

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

That Gios needs something like a Turbo or a Rolls, or even a Regal.
Why? The Brooks are comfortable and have classic looks.Rolls saddles ain't bad though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 May, 2011, 05:14:18 pm
Well, I like the classic look and hand-crafted ethos of Brooks but I think they look painfully incongruous on any frame later than the 1960s.  :D

One day I'll build up a classic late-80s machine - Columbus SLX, Delta brakes, fluted/aero seatpin & a Rolls...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 May, 2011, 10:45:19 pm
Delta brakes?

What are ya? Made o' money or summink!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 May, 2011, 10:53:25 pm
Yeah I know, and they don't work either. It's just a pipe dream!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 May, 2011, 11:03:53 pm
If you look to the left, you can see an early 80s road bike with brakes which work! 

Shimano 105, since you ask.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 26 May, 2011, 11:18:10 pm
Quote from: cal on 26 May, 2011, 12:22:25 pm
(http://i1012.photobucket.com/albums/af249/cjmcrbothy/IMG_0131.jpg)

Six weeks in now and delighted with the comfort.  Unfortunately it doesn't brake worth a damn......

Need more feedback on the brakes. User reports are like gold dust. Shame though as it looks a great bike and one I'd consider.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 26 May, 2011, 11:45:22 pm
I have a year old CdF with Shimano BR-R505 Disc* brakes and they are absolutely fine.

Try thrashing down a hill and braking hard a couple of times to bed them in.  I don't recall whether mine needed this sort of treatment but I have had hydraulic discs on mountain bikes that definitely benefitted from this.


*brake model cut and pasted from Genesis website and in my head I was typing (ctrl-)V brakes which sounded wrong !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 May, 2011, 01:00:38 am
Take the pads out and soak them in a commercial brake cleaner, rub them on some 80 grit alox paper to roughen the friction surface then ride flat out down the Trough of Bowland.

OK. I'm kidding on the last bit, your brake discs were probably not cleaned correctly when the bike was assembled and they're now glazed along with the pads.

Nice bike BTW
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 27 May, 2011, 07:02:52 am
Quote from: cal on 26 May, 2011, 12:22:25 pm
(http://i1012.photobucket.com/albums/af249/cjmcrbothy/IMG_0131.jpg)

Six weeks in now and delighted with the comfort.  Unfortunately it doesn't brake worth a damn......

Nice.  What's the rack?  And tell us more about the brakes, please.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 May, 2011, 09:34:27 am
Quote from: Andrij on 27 May, 2011, 07:02:52 am
Nice.  What's the rack? 

I bet you say that to all the girls.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 May, 2011, 10:37:05 am
That looks like a top dogging machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 May, 2011, 12:28:32 pm
Yeah, the stains won't show up so badly on a white frame. That Brooks saddle will end up looking like a decorator's radio though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cal on 27 May, 2011, 02:46:41 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 27 May, 2011, 07:02:52 am
Quote from: cal on 26 May, 2011, 12:22:25 pm
(http://i1012.photobucket.com/albums/af249/cjmcrbothy/IMG_0131.jpg)

Six weeks in now and delighted with the comfort.  Unfortunately it doesn't brake worth a damn......

Nice.  What's the rack?  And tell us more about the brakes, please.
 

The rack is just a Topeak cheapy but only for light commuting so just the job.  

About the brakes......

Well I should say that these are the first discs I've had, my other bikes have V's, Cantis and Dual Pivot.  Maybe my expectations were just too great, but these really aren't up to much.  The stopping is accompanied by the most awful noise which actually sounds like metal-on-metal and yes, you do stop but my word it takes a while.  Some folk tell me they take a bit of bedding in, but this bike does 26 miles a day, 5 days a week so surely after 6 weeks they would be well comfortable in their bed!  Dopn't get me wrong, I like the bike, but the brakes are stopping me (Ha. Ha.) from loving it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 27 May, 2011, 03:14:58 pm
basic bedding in should have been achieved on day one, I'd seek assistance
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 27 May, 2011, 03:53:25 pm
Quote from: MacB on 27 May, 2011, 03:14:58 pm
basic bedding in should have been achieved on day one, I'd seek assistance

I agree, I have a friend with the same bike who has had no problems at all with his brakes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 27 May, 2011, 04:36:11 pm
Quote from: cal on 27 May, 2011, 02:46:41 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 27 May, 2011, 07:02:52 am
Nice.  What's the rack?  

The rack is just a Topeak cheapy but only for light commuting so just the job.  


Thanks.  As suspected.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 27 May, 2011, 07:39:36 pm
Quote from: cal on 27 May, 2011, 02:46:41 pm

The rack is just a Topeak cheapy but only for light commuting so just the job.  

About the brakes......

Well I should say that these are the first discs I've had, my other bikes have V's, Cantis and Dual Pivot.  Maybe my expectations were just too great, but these really aren't up to much.  The stopping is accompanied by the most awful noise which actually sounds like metal-on-metal and yes, you do stop but my word it takes a while.  Some folk tell me they take a bit of bedding in, but this bike does 26 miles a day, 5 days a week so surely after 6 weeks they would be well comfortable in their bed!  Dopn't get me wrong, I like the bike, but the brakes are stopping me (Ha. Ha.) from loving it.

cf Genesis Croix de Fer (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=45378.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 27 May, 2011, 09:30:20 pm
Quote from: cal on 27 May, 2011, 02:46:41 pm
About the brakes......

Well I should say that these are the first discs I've had, my other bikes have V's, Cantis and Dual Pivot.  Maybe my expectations were just too great, but these really aren't up to much.  The stopping is accompanied by the most awful noise which actually sounds like metal-on-metal and yes, you do stop but my word it takes a while.  Some folk tell me they take a bit of bedding in, but this bike does 26 miles a day, 5 days a week so surely after 6 weeks they would be well comfortable in their bed!  Dopn't get me wrong, I like the bike, but the brakes are stopping me (Ha. Ha.) from loving it.

Sumfing is rong. Either with the style of discs or the pad/disc combination if they are not stopping you, I'd tend to think that it is oil contamination, which will kill a set of pads. I have hydraulic Juicys and mech BB7 and it takes about 2 days commuting (~ 100 miles) to bed in to max stopping power.

Get some sintered pads from bikefridge on eBay, and a can of disc cleaner. Change the pads, clean the rotor, enjoy your bike. (they are adjusted ok, right? Surprisingly the mech BB7 depend on bending the disk slightly)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 28 May, 2011, 12:42:49 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 10 May, 2011, 10:30:58 pm
Kept the front mech it came with as Campag seem to have abandoned triples. Chainset is a Stronglight Impact which I chose for lower gearing.
If Biggsy is right ( Sabbath September - Which Spec? (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=47853.msg954396#msg954396) ), you can fit a smaller ring to that chainset, so you might have wasted a bit of money. Still, I expect there's someone out there who'd like a Campag triple.

BTW, Campag still sell a triple, but only one: no differentiation between the different gruppi.

http://www.campagnolo.com/jsp/en/groupsetdetail/item_derCOMpTRIPLE_catid_8.jsp (http://www.campagnolo.com/jsp/en/groupsetdetail/item_derCOMpTRIPLE_catid_8.jsp)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 31 May, 2011, 10:54:12 am
Specialized Roubaix, now with improved gigantic tyres (28mm Ultremo ZX)

(http://audaxing.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/imag00201.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 31 May, 2011, 10:56:59 am
Quote from: vorsprung on 31 May, 2011, 10:54:12 am
Specialized Roubaix, now with improved gigantic tyres (28mm Ultremo ZX)

(http://audaxing.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/imag00201.jpg)

how do you find them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 31 May, 2011, 12:05:29 pm
I know you had a crud failure on the IM, are you now intending riding mudguardless or is this just temporary?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 31 May, 2011, 12:08:12 pm
Which Brooks saddle is that? I've seen a couple this shape now, is that how they look when new or just after uber mileage?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 31 May, 2011, 08:33:21 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 31 May, 2011, 12:08:12 pm
Which Brooks saddle is that? I've seen a couple this shape now, is that how they look when new or just after uber mileage?

It's a well used B17 with a hole cut into the middle according to this. (http://audaxing.wordpress.com/2011/04/01/holey-saddle/)  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 31 May, 2011, 09:31:15 pm
That's right - though Brooks do make them like that again, called the Imperials.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 03 June, 2011, 03:16:17 pm
N +1
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020654.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020650.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020652.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020651.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020656.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020658.jpg)

Should get a little ride on it tomorrow, although I'm officially under docs orders to be mostly off the bike for another week , so it will just be a little test and set up ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 June, 2011, 03:18:01 pm
Tantalising.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 03 June, 2011, 08:47:04 pm
Has she seen it yet........... :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 03 June, 2011, 08:55:40 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 03 June, 2011, 08:47:04 pm
Has she seen it yet........... :demon:
Yes ;D  She was at home and looking out of the window when the courier turned up.

When she had a look at the bike her first comment was " whys it got a fat downtube?"   Shes a star :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 08 June, 2011, 11:45:05 pm
(http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/wheelrmoose/PIC_0258.jpg)

In Majorca
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 09 June, 2011, 09:17:55 am
Quote from: Moose on 08 June, 2011, 11:45:05 pm
(http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/wheelrmoose/PIC_0258.jpg)

In Majorca

VERY red.  Of course EVERYONE knows that red bikes are faster, it's the law, innit?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 09 June, 2011, 09:45:07 am
Quote from: tiermat on 09 June, 2011, 09:17:55 am
VERY red.  Of course EVERYONE knows that red bikes are faster, it's the law, innit?

You can make them EVEN faster if you use white bar tape though.....


Couple of lovely bits of carbon bling on here recently though.  Somewhere along the n+1 list, there is a place for one in my life!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 09 June, 2011, 03:58:04 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 09 June, 2011, 09:45:07 am
Quote from: tiermat on 09 June, 2011, 09:17:55 am
VERY red.  Of course EVERYONE knows that red bikes are faster, it's the law, innit?

You can make them EVEN faster if you use white bar tape though.....

What you need is a blue/red fade paint job. Blue at the front, otherwise the doppler shift won't work.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 09 June, 2011, 11:09:50 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 09 June, 2011, 09:17:55 am
Quote from: Moose on 08 June, 2011, 11:45:05 pm
(http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/wheelrmoose/PIC_0258.jpg)

In Majorca

VERY red.  Of course EVERYONE knows that red bikes are faster, it's the law, innit?

It works with cars, Ferrari?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 12:03:56 pm
I've finished tweaking this build, although today's weather reminds me that I need to sort out a suitable rear mudguard solution.  Suggestions welcome.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3542/5789721389_0ee10aba64_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/sets/72157626868071342/)

Have put A530s on it since taking the pic.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 June, 2011, 12:52:43 pm
I got the rebuilt Enigma back yesterday.
IMO it looks a lot better and it is great to ride.
I'm (finally  ::-) ) very pleased:-

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2348/5816528410_50b6027913_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/)
DSC_0108 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3143/5815958141_299812480a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5815958141/)
DSC_0105 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5815958141/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

Once I get the position dialled in, I'll consider cuting the fork.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 June, 2011, 12:55:30 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 12:03:56 pm
I've finished tweaking this build, although today's weather reminds me that I need to sort out a suitable rear mudguard solution.  Suggestions welcome.

<very pretty picture>

Have put A530s on it since taking the pic.


Yellow's a bit slack ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BrianI on 10 June, 2011, 03:02:32 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 12:03:56 pm
I've finished tweaking this build, although today's weather reminds me that I need to sort out a suitable rear mudguard solution.  Suggestions welcome.

<nice bike>

Have put A530s on it since taking the pic.


Looks rather tasty!  You might be able to fettle crud road racers MkII on the rear, run cable ties through the rear brake mounting hole to secure the guard?  I don't know what clearance you'd have to fit SKS wrap around guards, you could always use p-clips at the bottom of the seat stays?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 10 June, 2011, 03:06:17 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 12:03:56 pm
I've finished tweaking this build, although today's weather reminds me that I need to sort out a suitable rear mudguard solution.  Suggestions welcome.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3542/5789721389_0ee10aba64_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/sets/72157626868071342/)

Have put A530s on it since taking the pic.


 :hand:  You can't run just one drop bar brake lever..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 June, 2011, 03:44:02 pm
I was thinking the same re the lever - lovely looking bike though.

You might get Crud Road Racers on there but IMO the rear Crud RR guard only works well on some frames - they work well on compacts - and you might not get a decent looking mudguard line on that bike.

I wouldn't put any guards on that bike and I'd keep it for dry days or tolerate the occasional wet arse.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 10 June, 2011, 05:07:00 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 June, 2011, 03:44:02 pm
I was thinking the same re the lever - lovely looking bike though.


Milremo used to do a sort of false lever knob that substituted for a lever on the other side.

I use another brake lever, with the lever part removed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 June, 2011, 05:37:30 pm
There are fake hoods available for tandem stokers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 10 June, 2011, 06:15:36 pm
My old yellow track bike has an empty brake hood on the left and I'm not hugely fond of that, so I decided to see how this would work.  I rather like it and I'm going to leave it as it is.

I might see if I can find a Kashimax Rain Tail for the rainy days.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 10 June, 2011, 06:45:03 pm
Nice bike, very blingy  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 10 June, 2011, 07:29:27 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 10 June, 2011, 12:52:43 pm
I got the rebuilt Enigma back yesterday.
IMO it looks a lot better and it is great to ride.
I'm (finally  ::-) ) very pleased:-

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2348/5816528410_50b6027913_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/)
DSC_0108 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr


That you're happy with it is all that matters :thumbsup:
It is still an odd shape, if it had a horizontal top tube there's be no seat post showing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 10 June, 2011, 08:20:07 pm
Quote from: PH on 10 June, 2011, 07:29:27 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 10 June, 2011, 12:52:43 pm
I got the rebuilt Enigma back yesterday.
IMO it looks a lot better and it is great to ride.
I'm (finally  ::-) ) very pleased:-

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2348/5816528410_50b6027913_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/)
DSC_0108 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/5816528410/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr


That you're happy with it is all that matters :thumbsup:
It is still an odd shape, if it had a horizontal top tube there's be no seat post showing.

It appears to be set up for descending!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 June, 2011, 10:29:54 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 10 June, 2011, 05:07:00 pm
Milremo used to do a sort of false lever knob that substituted for a lever on the other side.

I use another brake lever, with the lever part removed.

If you're going to put one on for (at least partly) aesthetics, leave the lever in!

Although I guess it would feel strange with no spring to compress at the other end of a cable. It's the kind of thing that would bug me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 10 June, 2011, 10:56:30 pm
There is always the radical option of fitting two brakes!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 June, 2011, 08:24:09 pm
Not quite a bike yet - arrived back from the enamelers on Friday

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3151/5824911245_064527daf2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5824911245/)
Back in Black (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5824911245/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2011, 09:35:33 pm
Phwooarr!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 June, 2011, 04:31:14 pm
Very nice, Windy. We look forward to seeing it built up.

Funnily enough there's a Henry Burton I see everyday, chained to the railings outside the university (where there's a sign telling people not to leave bikes - I've never seen it unobscured by bikes!) but it's a small, red shopper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyH on 13 June, 2011, 10:32:42 pm
I'll always have a soft spot for my Giant - £250 off ebay before I knew where I was going with my born again cycling. It's a bit like Trigger's broom - 13 new heads & 8 new handles. It was never really an Audax bike, but it got me through my 1st SR & my 1st AAA.

Here it is on the Valley of the Rocks 200 perm at the end of December with guards, dynohub, 1/2 kilo of Brooks saddle, routesheet holder etc.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oEwBgsO73gA/TRu1HcTa2MI/AAAAAAAAAEo/HEGyKY3gcak/s800/IMAG0003.jpg)

However, since the arrival of my new Enigma it's laid unloved in the shed - until my desire to work on speed took hold. Here it is, my new TT bike 1/2 built & will be ready for testing tomorrow ;D
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZxefELvwnis/TfZ6TiQZKtI/AAAAAAAAAZg/jEahYQOafTw/s800/IMAG0276.jpg)

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 14 June, 2011, 04:54:14 am
Quote from: AndyH on 13 June, 2011, 10:32:42 pm

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZxefELvwnis/TfZ6TiQZKtI/AAAAAAAAAZg/jEahYQOafTw/s800/IMAG0276.jpg)


Ohh nice, it has a sort of praying mantis look about the bars, I hope it's fast when you test it  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 14 June, 2011, 08:27:08 am
Quote from: windy on 12 June, 2011, 08:24:09 pm
Not quite a bike yet - arrived back from the enamelers on Friday

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3151/5824911245_064527daf2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5824911245/)
Back in Black (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5824911245/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Can't wait to see how this looks when you've built it up. The photos of you in the CTC top etc. Look the part, so now for the bike. When is the ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 14 June, 2011, 10:50:57 am
Quote from: AndyH on 13 June, 2011, 10:32:42 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZxefELvwnis/TfZ6TiQZKtI/AAAAAAAAAZg/jEahYQOafTw/s800/IMAG0276.jpg)

<mandatory yacf comment>

Chains a bit ... missing.

</mandatory yacf comment>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 June, 2011, 04:47:34 pm
Cheers

Clarion - got some nice classic components to fit ;)

Marcus - October 2nd

Cudzoziemiec - The shop opened 1950, originally frames were hand built on the premises by Charlie Bettley. By the end of the 70's a lot of frames were bought in and badged on site, some lightweights were still made by Carlie for John (Henry's son), but other builders were used too. I started working there in about 1978, the shop didn't sell many branded bikes for every day use and definitely steered away from the cheap imports. Instead they used Falcon Frames, badged them as Henry Burton and built up the bike to your own spec. The 'shopper' may be something along those lines?

This one is a re-badged Team Raleigh that I raced on 1978-80 - I did have a Charlie Bettley built frame that I rode 1981-1984 but parted with it when I stopped racing (below)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5251/5458250317_629f196628.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5458250317/)
Totnes 2-day 1981 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5458250317/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 June, 2011, 10:00:50 pm
Was it at the top of that hill that you stopped racing?  I wouldn't be surprised, given the grimaces all round ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 10:42:34 pm
1981 is not so terribly long ago, and yet there's not a single sponsor's/advertiser's name on any of those jerseys.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 14 June, 2011, 10:48:52 pm
Those leather helmets look great, I'd even consider wearing a helmet myself if I had one of those.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 June, 2011, 10:56:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 10:42:34 pm
1981 is not so terribly long ago, and yet there's not a single sponsor's/advertiser's name on any of those jerseys.  :)

I could get to like you ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 June, 2011, 10:57:27 pm
Quote from: clarion on 14 June, 2011, 10:00:50 pm
Was it at the top of that hill that you stopped racing?  I wouldn't be surprised, given the grimaces all round ;D

LOL

edit: I should have done, I crashed on day 2 - a mass pile up on wet roads and I hit the person who came off in front of me and went over the bars landing in a ditch. With a spare wheel I got back on but never managed to rejoin the bunch and rode the last 50+ miles alone to the finish. The frame was creased (top tube and down tube just behind the head tube) Charlie put in two new tubes and it was resprayed within a week and I was racing on it the following week-end.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 11:29:33 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 June, 2011, 10:56:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 10:42:34 pm
1981 is not so terribly long ago, and yet there's not a single sponsor's/advertiser's name on any of those jerseys.  :)

I could get to like you ;)
Sorry, I've just been reading my geology text book.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 June, 2011, 09:29:43 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 11:29:33 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 June, 2011, 10:56:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 10:42:34 pm
1981 is not so terribly long ago, and yet there's not a single sponsor's/advertiser's name on any of those jerseys.  :)

I could get to like you ;)
Sorry, I've just been reading my geology text book.  :)

 ;D
It seems like another lifetime - wish I still had the 'same legs'   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 15 June, 2011, 11:20:57 am
Quote from: windy on 15 June, 2011, 09:29:43 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 11:29:33 pm
Quote from: windy on 14 June, 2011, 10:56:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 June, 2011, 10:42:34 pm
1981 is not so terribly long ago, and yet there's not a single sponsor's/advertiser's name on any of those jerseys.  :)

I could get to like you ;)
Sorry, I've just been reading my geology text book.  :)


 ;D
It seems like another lifetime - wish I still had the 'same legs'   ;)


Once you've had the 'change', I'm not sure they can reverse the procedure, can they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 June, 2011, 06:56:45 am
Quote from: Ham on 27 May, 2011, 09:30:20 pm
... Surprisingly the mech BB7 depend on bending the disk slightly

Paging Ham, paging Ham!!!

I am struggling slightly with setting up my BB7 brakes.  How did you bend a BB7 disc?  I suspect this will solve my problem.

Thanks muchly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 17 June, 2011, 07:17:06 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 17 June, 2011, 06:56:45 am
Quote from: Ham on 27 May, 2011, 09:30:20 pm
... Surprisingly the mech BB7 depend on bending the disk slightly

Paging Ham, paging Ham!!!

I am struggling slightly with setting up my BB7 brakes.  How did you bend a BB7 disc?  I suspect this will solve my problem.

Thanks muchly.

Little bit of background - I came to the BB7 from a few years with Avid Juicy (same pad). When I got the Pomp, the brakes were very poorly set up, so that you couldn't pull enough to get them on. I started off setting them up the same way as I would the hydraulics and couldn't get a decent "pedal" to use a car expression, so I read the manual  :-[ (oh, and this post  Avid BB7 mini resource - How to set up the Avid BB7 (http://howtosetuptheavidbb7.weebly.com/how-to-set-up-the-avid-bb7.html) )

Basically, when you apply the brake, the disc should flex slightly, which makes you think it doesn't release properly, but it works well and seems jolly fine after about 2,000 on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 June, 2011, 07:56:58 am
Thanks Ham.  The attached article is very useful.  I have just ordered some compressionless cables and will start again once they arrive and after reading that article several times!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 18 June, 2011, 10:08:23 am
Thanks from me too. That PDF is really useful! Times like this we need a yacf 'Like' button :)

My BB7s have not been delivering enough 'oomph' which I'd put down to being used to the hydraulics and larger rotor on my MTB. Then realised that a calliper bolt was loose :facepalm:  15 minutes fettling and all seems great!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 20 June, 2011, 10:51:53 am
My son came home with a new (very retro) bike, from the Cheddar recycling scheme. It cost him £90 and came with new tyres and brake pads, fully serviced and working. He is chuffed with it and has been zooming around. I've not heard of a BSA Shadow frame before so no idea if it's any good. He is now going to stick the mudguards back on his Kona Smoke hybrid to use in the wet and use this as his fun and fair weather bike. A whole bunch of his friends have also bought retro bikes from this place so there is definitely a keen cycling vibe in the 17 year olds of the Cheddar valley at the moment  :thumbsup:
Saddle needs to go up a fair bit, but the frame seems to fit him well (he's 6'3")

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1001.jpg)

He says he might want to add some brakes he can use from the drops to it instead. I'm not sure what his options are lever wise. If the brakes turn out to be not very good I have some brand new SRAM Apex ones that I think would fit the bike.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1003.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 20 June, 2011, 11:30:35 am
Good luck googling for BSA Shadow, since it's also a name they gave to a range of air rifles and motorcycles.  Still, if that's an indication of the cycling tastes of your local yoof, thumbs up :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 20 June, 2011, 08:51:17 pm
Quote from: Feline on 20 June, 2011, 10:51:53 am
... He says he might want to add some brakes he can use from the drops to it instead. ...

In itself, replacing the levers with some bog standard road levers would be easy enough, but it'll mean that the bar tape will need to be replaced, which is probably the most fiddly thing!

You'd also need to replace the brake cable outers near the handlebars, and the inners, because they'll be too short.

(The SRAM Apex levers look to be DoubleTap ones, which quite possibly won't work with the rear changer, and aren't necessary for the front, which has no changer.  A pair of cheap road brake levers alone would be fine eg Shimano R400 levers on ChainReaction (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=13672)).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 20 June, 2011, 11:40:40 pm
The rear reflector is good for low flying air traffic, but not much good for motons behind at that angle.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 June, 2011, 02:42:46 am
Quote from: Grub on 20 June, 2011, 11:40:40 pm
The rear reflector is good for low flying air traffic, but not much good for motons behind at that angle.  ;D

He has already taken both the reflectors off :)  I think the recycling project has to put them onto every bike they do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 June, 2011, 02:47:23 am
Quote from: TimO on 20 June, 2011, 08:51:17 pm
Quote from: Feline on 20 June, 2011, 10:51:53 am
... He says he might want to add some brakes he can use from the drops to it instead. ...

In itself, replacing the levers with some bog standard road levers would be easy enough, but it'll mean that the bar tape will need to be replaced, which is probably the most fiddly thing!

You'd also need to replace the brake cable outers near the handlebars, and the inners, because they'll be too short.

(The SRAM Apex levers look to be DoubleTap ones, which quite possibly won't work with the rear changer, and aren't necessary for the front, which has no changer.  A pair of cheap road brake levers alone would be fine eg Shimano R400 levers on ChainReaction (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=13672)).

Ah thanks. Those basic levers look just the job. Fortunately I know how to do bar tape. There are similarities between applying bar tape and bandaging an animal's leg, we decided when Tewdric first did mine. I've redone it since when I moved my levers. Chris' best friend has a similar retro bike that has the levers that go across the top of the bars as well as down the drops (I think the Raleigh racing bike I had as a teenager had these). Chris seems keen on getting hold of some of these if he can because he declared them retrotastic. I might have to hunt for some on ebay!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jane on 21 June, 2011, 06:03:44 am
We used to call those suicide levers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jane on 21 June, 2011, 06:15:42 am
I've got some old Saccon levers that will fit a 24.5 handlebar you are welcome to. They're from the late 80's or thereabouts but in good nick as far as I can see. They came off an old Raleigh I fixiefied for my daughter. I don't seem to have any suicide levers though. Most of my retro bits and pieces came from my great uncle's shed and he thought they were a modern affectation for people to lazy to shift their hands of the top of the drops. Plus they didn't work.
   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 June, 2011, 09:40:22 am
I really don't recommend those sucide levers. I've taken them off my bike of similar vintage because they are totally useless - they hit the handlebar before applying any decent braking force. Actually, I've only removed one because I found they do act, on these particular Weinmann levers, as a decent spacer to the main lever. If your son really wants them I could bring them along to the Bristol meeting next Tuesday - I ought to ask the bike's owner first but I'm sure he won't mind!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 21 June, 2011, 01:34:06 pm
otoh I used those Weinmann extension levers without any problem on my tourer back in the '90s.  I guess it depended on the kind of brakes, the shape of the handlebars and maybe even how the bars are taped up whether they worked well or not.  I would happily fit them to my current road bike if it weren't for the cost of replacing STIs with bar end shifters (and I'd need smaller diameter bars).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 21 June, 2011, 03:08:36 pm
I had them on an old steel racer back in the eighties, and if adjusted properly they worked OK. Any cable stretch, however, and they were the proverbial chocolate teapots!

Jim, Specialized fit bar-top inline brake levers to several of their entry-level race and sportive bikes (they look similar to Feline's son's levers, but operate differently). They simply need the cable outer to be split so that they can be fitted - your STI levers remain in place and fully functional. They are probably available from the larger online bike shops. They work well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 21 June, 2011, 03:13:31 pm
Quote from: TimC on 21 June, 2011, 03:08:36 pm
I had them on an old steel racer back in the eighties, and if adjusted properly they worked OK. Any cable stretch, however, and they were the proverbial chocolate teapots!

Jim, Specialized fit bar-top inline brake levers to several of their entry-level race and sportive bikes. They simply need the cable outer to be split so that they can be fitted - your STI levers remain in place and fully functional. They are probably available from the larger online bike shops. They work well.

^ This.  Have a Tektro RL720 interruptor on mine.  Works well.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/5789722041_f4d526c73f_z.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 June, 2011, 03:20:56 pm
Thanks Jane and Cuzdo for your very kind offers!
And thanks all of you for the suggestions  :thumbsup:

I will discuss it with him and show him some pics. I might treat him to some Spesh Bar Phat tape too when I come to fit things for him.

itsbruce, you bike's lack of symmetry gives me a feeling of weirdness when I look at it! I really like the look of that Gazelle frame!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 June, 2011, 03:26:52 pm
Bruce.
I have a roll of white PVC insulation tape.
Would you like some of it?
Srsly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 21 June, 2011, 04:32:25 pm
I like the asymmetry.  Reminds me a little of some of the classic old racing cars which were asymmetric because a two-seater design had been adapted to house just one person (e.g. Lotus Eleven).  Not that I'm making any grandiose statement about my bike ;) just explaining why I like the look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 June, 2011, 05:10:37 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 21 June, 2011, 04:32:25 pm
I like the asymmetry.  Reminds me a little of some of the classic old racing cars which were asymmetric because a two-seater design had been adapted to house just one person (e.g. Lotus Eleven).  Not that I'm making any grandiose statement about my bike ;) just explaining why I like the look.


It's not the asymmetry which bothers me, Bruce - in fact I welcome asymmetry in some instances - always been fond of the asymmetric headlights on BMW motorcycles. I think there's something slightly maverick about asymmetry.

It's what you've used to finish the white bar tape either side of the stem which pains me  :'(  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 21 June, 2011, 05:17:47 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1003.jpg)

They are not what I understand as suicide levers. They look perfectly functional to me.

(http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRsKG6WEh4wMjZi8TCQY-6LtOPmtHSkqaaTHDT8riwbME2bgbpg)

That's a suicide lever.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 21 June, 2011, 06:05:48 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 21 June, 2011, 05:10:37 pm
It's what you've used to finish the white bar tape either side of the stem which pains me  :'(  ;)

He's got it half-right - Cinelli finishing tape on the left hand side.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 22 June, 2011, 09:36:53 am
When I get around to fixing that, it will be by replacing the Cinelli tape with black insulating tape, as used on the right grip.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2011, 12:31:14 pm
Quote from: Wowbagger on 21 June, 2011, 05:17:47 pm
That's a suicide lever.
Yep.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 22 June, 2011, 06:35:36 pm
Thanks Tim for the suggestion.  I'm going to flip the stem first, and if that doesn't make the hoods more comfortable for me will try a shorter stem and if that doesn't do the trick will get a pair of those brake levers fitted.  Phew!

The way I used to like to use the suicide levers was to hold the outside of the bars at the bend behind the hoods and push the lever up with my fingers - not great for fierce braking, but my riding style very rarely calls for fierce braking anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 22 June, 2011, 07:43:55 pm
The re-build for L'Eroica is complete (well almost bar a few adjustments and changes)
 :)

Clarion - I owe you a couple of bottles of chianti and a ride souvenir  :thumbsup:

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5267/5860439153_7c03b6aef2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5860439153/)
Henry Burton (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/5860439153/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 22 June, 2011, 09:11:13 pm
Classy
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 June, 2011, 09:17:22 pm
Beautiful.  Now ride it into the ground! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 June, 2011, 10:52:26 pm
Resurrecting a basket case . . .
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/22062011033.jpg)
Bloody hell! They see me coming EVERY bloody time!
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/22062011032.jpg)
Yes, I've paid too much. The chainset's already in the bin, the brakes may follow.
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/22062011034.jpg)
I've got some period Suntour with a Stronglight double
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/22062011035.jpg)
Coming to an auction site near you. 24" 531. Cushty.
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/10052011031.jpg)
Oops! How did that get in there ?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 22 June, 2011, 10:57:15 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 22 June, 2011, 10:52:26 pm
Oops! How did that get in there ?  ;D
Indeed.  I've not seen a Reliant van clock like that before.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2011, 11:01:03 pm
Biopace! Is that cool or is it... a periodically resurrected technological nonesense?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 June, 2011, 11:06:08 pm
It's in the friggin' BIN! The driveside crank had been overtightened to the point where the spider cracked. It was fooked!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2011, 11:38:45 pm
Ulp! Must have been fitted by spider-man!

IGMC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 22 June, 2011, 11:38:59 pm
Chains a bit slack on the last photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2011, 11:41:37 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2011, 11:38:45 pm
Ulp! Must have been fitted by spider-man!

IGMC
Talking of which, here's something irrelevant but timely. (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/northamerica/usa/8590894/Spider-Man-to-be-killed-off-by-Marvel-Comics.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 24 June, 2011, 12:10:16 pm
Here, in all it's red-ness, is my latest project...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bCWMXAYK5gc/TgRwGT_QdKI/AAAAAAAAA2M/HZv6EehQcDE/C360_2011-06-24%25252011-18-40_org.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 June, 2011, 12:15:41 pm
That's a bit more your size!

Saddle height is worrying - who rode it before? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 24 June, 2011, 12:27:53 pm
It's not finished yet, well it is but needs tweaking.

The frame came from Giraffe of this here parish.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 June, 2011, 12:30:21 pm
Hope you have a lot of happy miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 24 June, 2011, 12:30:28 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 24 June, 2011, 12:27:53 pm
It's not finished yet, well it is but needs tweaking.

The frame came from Giraffe of this here parish.

Seems to be an awful lot of excess metal in that transmission ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 02:01:08 pm
Jalopy has had her new coat and been refitted. No new bling though, except for the swanky new avid brakes and levers, I love em already!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/IMG_2968.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sigod on 24 June, 2011, 04:27:50 pm
Very much like the look Doosh.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 04:53:56 pm
Yeah cheers, it turned out much better than I expected, especially considering my budget.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 24 June, 2011, 05:00:05 pm
Looks colly understated and smart.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 June, 2011, 05:27:54 pm
Doosh, what was the bike originally and who did the respray?  I have just fitted those Avid levers on one of my bikes which is very similar to yours, they are amazing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 05:45:33 pm
It was a Trek Singletrack (boggo rigid MTB) it's certainly nothing special but as a one-bike-does-all it's not bad for what it cost me, just considering some narrower and lighter tyres for when I'm just on day rides and the like.

RE the paint: I just dropped it off at the local powder coaters, they blasted off the flaking naff 90's paint job and I opted for white. £30 all in. I love the brakes, even with the standard Avid pads they are so much nicer compared to the old brakes with Koolstop salmons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 24 June, 2011, 05:49:53 pm
Stand that doubles as exhaust pipe is a nice touch!  Are we going to see this bike on the ride To Tan Hill?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 June, 2011, 05:50:24 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 05:45:33 pm
It was a Trek Singletrack (boggo rigid MTB) it's certainly nothing special but as a one-bike-does-all it's not bad for what it cost me, just considering some narrower and lighter tyres for when I'm just on day rides and the like.

RE the paint: I just dropped it off at the local powder coaters, they blasted off the flaking naff 90's paint job and I opted for white. £30 all in. I love the brakes, even with the standard Avid pads they are so much nicer compared to the old brakes with Koolstop salmons.

Very nice.  My favourite bike is a bog standard hardtail MTB (2004 Claud Butler Rock) that has been extensively improved and makes a superb one-bike-does-it-all just like yours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 05:55:17 pm
Quote from: Peter on 24 June, 2011, 05:49:53 pm
Stand that doubles as exhaust pipe is a nice touch!  Are we going to see this bike on the ride To Tan Hill?

Aye, it's my only steed nag ;D

Although I'm sure after the ride back to Darlo over the moor I'll regret having it painted white  :facepalm:

That stand is probably up there with the panniers as the most useful bike item I've ever bought, it's awesome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Simonb on 24 June, 2011, 06:15:15 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 02:01:08 pm
Jalopy has had her new coat and been refitted. No new bling though, except for the swanky new avid brakes and levers, I love em already!


Very nice. Reminds me of my old Orange C16 what was nicked and I've never got round to replacing. My ultimate do-it-all bike: carted around 2 kids on it for a few years. They'd just about grown too big for the carting-around bits so I had it all tarted up, new everything.

</ sheds a tear for my lovely bike>

(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1127109/P1150001.jpg)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 07:29:02 pm
Nice Orange that, shame about it being tea-leafed  :(

My only complaint with the Jalopy is the forks, they're a bit straight and too stiff, fine for MTB'ing but not much good on the road. I do get quite a bit of buzz and it can be quite tiring on the wrists.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 June, 2011, 04:45:50 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 24 June, 2011, 07:29:02 pm
Nice Orange that, shame about it being tea-leafed  :(

My only complaint with the Jalopy is the forks, they're a bit straight and too stiff, fine for MTB'ing but not much good on the road. I do get quite a bit of buzz and it can be quite tiring on the wrists.

My ex-MTB jalopy still has it's suspension forks; given it is mostly a road bike they are a bit OTT and add to the bike's not inconsiderable weight. But, it is very comfy to ride with no buzz or nasty wrist jars if we hit a pothole - so the forks will be staying!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 02 July, 2011, 06:13:26 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5317/5893947625_4ac2e4e250_b.jpg)

1982 Raleigh Record Ace 531 - original frame and headset, everything else replaced, saddle via Dinamo of this parish (heavenly comfort - he must have a wonderful arse?), 700c conversion - lovely Sunday old fart pootler with leather under one's derriere and hands, the scent and sound of spinning rubber, musty cotton duck swaying gently over one's buttocks when honking and freshly applied ball bearing grease can make a grown man so, so happy in later years - must get some amber wall Panaracer Paselas though. And some older less deep section rims would be good - I have a pair of Mavic Mod 4 which were the intended - but one has got something loose "tinkling" about in it and they're double eyeletted - oh life can be so cruel?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 02 July, 2011, 06:16:48 pm
'Tis a thing of beauty.

Bag's a bit slack, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 02 July, 2011, 06:19:43 pm
Quote from: Ham on 02 July, 2011, 06:16:48 pm
'Tis a thing of beauty.

Bag's a bit slack, though.

Yes, it swings most wildly with 4 Stellas :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2011, 07:17:12 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 02 July, 2011, 06:13:26 pm
1982 Raleigh Record Ace 531

I like that  :) and I agree the Paselas would look much better on it. I'm never sure if I'd get on well with those (midge?) bars personally but they look well on that bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 July, 2011, 08:35:53 pm
I like those bars and I think they'd be pretty comfy (for me) for some more relaxed riding, without being too stately. The whole bike's lovely. Does that beautiful colour have a name?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 July, 2011, 09:13:20 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 02 July, 2011, 06:13:26 pm
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5317/5893947625_4ac2e4e250_b.jpg)

1982 Raleigh Record Ace 531 - original frame and headset, everything else replaced, saddle via Dinamo of this parish (heavenly comfort - he must have a wonderful arse?), 700c conversion - lovely Sunday old fart pootler with leather under one's derriere and hands, the scent and sound of spinning rubber, musty cotton duck swaying gently over one's buttocks when honking and freshly applied ball bearing grease can make a grown man so, so happy in later years - must get some amber wall Panaracer Paselas though. And some older less deep section rims would be good - I have a pair of Mavic Mod 4 which were the intended - but one has got something loose "tinkling" about in it and they're double eyeletted - oh life can be so cruel?

Lovely rennovation!

Paselas and a Green (Brown Leather straps) Barley saddlebag to matche the existing leather would finish it prfectly (imo)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 July, 2011, 09:45:10 pm
+1 ^ that does look special.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 03 July, 2011, 12:13:03 am
Looks a great bike, nicely done. Notice that loads of those on ecovelo have the same bar set up, looks very comfy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 03 July, 2011, 12:34:36 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 02 July, 2011, 08:35:53 pm
I like those bars and I think they'd be pretty comfy (for me) for some more relaxed riding, without being too stately. The whole bike's lovely. Does that beautiful colour have a name?

In 1982 Raleigh called it Ice Green, I've also seen it referred to as Fern Green - a very subtle metallic - fortunately the very minimal rust spots match the Raleigh decals! Re the bars which are Mungos (On One were selling them off at £15), they're very comfy, relaxed and as you say, not too stately - on the hoods feels like riding tri bars 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 04 July, 2011, 05:02:11 pm
Quote from: LEE on 02 July, 2011, 09:13:20 pm

Paselas and a Green (Brown Leather straps) Barley saddlebag to matche the existing leather would finish it prfectly (imo)

Just seen a pic of Tewdric's Bob Jackson - and you're absolutley right about the Barley!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 04 July, 2011, 07:38:03 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 04 July, 2011, 05:02:11 pm
Quote from: LEE on 02 July, 2011, 09:13:20 pm

Paselas and a Green (Brown Leather straps) Barley saddlebag to matche the existing leather would finish it prfectly (imo)

Just seen a pic of Tewdric's Bob Jackson - and you're absolutley right about the Barley!

The green ones do go very well with honey Brooks kit. 

That's a really lovely bike - and extremely well put together by the look of it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 04 July, 2011, 07:38:26 pm
My brother has just started scanning some of his old slides - here's me riding a road race on a fondly remembered Every circa 1985.  Note the Duegi clogs, Benotto tape, Campag Nuovo Record gears, Maillard compact 6 speed block, Weinmann Carrera brakes, under the saddle tub, lack of braze ons etc.  The wheels I hardly need tell you were Campag Record on GP4.  The colours are those of Shirley Roads Club.  I see that I chose to omit a pump, on the grounds that I could borrow one from a spectator/marshall if needed.

 (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5112/5901975452_87d4988120_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 04 July, 2011, 07:42:25 pm
Quote from: Charterhall on 04 July, 2011, 07:38:26 pm
My brother has just started scanning some of his old slides - here's me on a fondly remembered Every circa 1985.  Note the Duegi clogs, Benotto tape, Campag Nuovo Record gears, Maillard compact 6 speed block, Weinmann Carrera brakes, under the saddle tub, lack of braze ons etc.  The wheels I hardly need tell you were Campag Record on GP4.  The colours are those of Shirley Roads Club.

 (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5112/5901975452_87d4988120_z.jpg)

If that were the year after with Delta brakes, it would be *little-moment* inducing.  As it is is merely fabulous!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 July, 2011, 08:07:24 pm
...and the hairnet!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bigdaveskinnytyre on 08 July, 2011, 07:58:32 am
Terrible phone picture of my latest acquisition an On-one carbon Whippet with lots of XTR loveliness. It's currently being used on the road as my road bikes are still sitting in a container at a docks somewhere in the UK waiting to be sent out to me >:(

Anyway, this is looking out over Brunei bay this afternoon during my first training ride in nearly 6 months. 2 hours of sweat and crazy Asian drivers.

(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i134/bigdaveskinnytyre/IMG_0265.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 09 July, 2011, 05:29:08 pm
We got n+1 today. It is a "bit of a project".

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1000837-300x223.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1000837.jpg)  

So far I've ridden it home, solo. I had to walk up two steep sections due to 6 speed gears and a very slack timing chain. It feels very different, but quite fun. It needs a fair bit of work, but that's OK - we can enjoy doing that too.

I'm amazed that riding from Hove to Rottingdean, on the cycle path, past the pier, on Saturday afternoon, that no one saw fit to shout anything "witty".

If anyone can identify the remains of the badge, I'd be interested to know more about it.

(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1000849-141x300.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/P1000849.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:07:09 pm
Due to the retirement of my faithful Marin Point Reyes (frame has started to crack again - not good on aluminium ...) I've switched most of the bits, notably the Alfine wheelset, onto the lovely OrangeGina. Here's the result:

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6131/5919173026_c6af64975c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5919173026/)
P1000340 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5919173026/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Sadly, no orange bar tape as the LBS didn't have any and I *really* needed to get the bars fully taped before tomorrow's flatlanders ride. Hence, black. Doesn't feel nearly as nippy as it did when I was running it as a fixed, but it's still immense fun to ride.

EDIT: and thus far I've had absolutely no inclination to sully THE ORANGE by wrapping reflective tape around the frame tubes ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 09 July, 2011, 06:08:41 pm
You know what that needs to finish it off?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:10:20 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 09 July, 2011, 06:08:41 pm
You know what that needs to finish it off?  :P
More orange bits ... unfortunately, that's not easy to do without the bike looking like a hipster's reject.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 09 July, 2011, 06:13:38 pm
I was thinking more along the lines of "Gay barber pole"  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:18:20 pm
Quote from: Doosh on 09 July, 2011, 06:13:38 pm
I was thinking more along the lines of "Gay barber pole"  ;D
Noooooooo! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:38:29 pm
That Orange Gina bike is very interesting - as it happens, I have a Globe 3.1 hybrid with Nexus 8, dynamo and shimano wheelset. Looks very similiar to yours. Was my first reasonably okay bike when I returned to cycling 4 years ago, but the wheelset didnt give me much confidence - in fact the back wheel buckled and was able to be trued again fortunately. Just wasn't build for the JOGLE trip I planned and did on another bike.

Still have got it. Mmm. Ponders....No, still don't feel confident that the wheelset is up to much, have gotten used to the peace of mind hand build 36 spoke wheels gives. How is your wheelset holding up for you? Better than my experience?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:44:53 pm
Quote from: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:38:29 pm
That OranGina bike is very interesting - as it happens, I have a Global hybrid with Nexus 8, dynamo and shimano wheelset. Looks very similiar to yours. Was my first reasonably okay bike when I returned to cycling 4 years ago, but the wheelset didnt give me much confidence - in fact the back wheel buckled and was able to be trued again fortunately. Just wasn't build for the JOGLE trip I planned and did on another bike.

Still have got it. Mmm. Ponders....No, still don't feel confident that the wheelset is up to much, have gotten used to the peace of mind hand build 36 spoke wheels gives.
I was a bit skeptical, but after several thousand miles with 20 stone of me (plus luggage) on board the wheelset is holding up fine. In fact, today is the only time I've had to take a spoke key to them in anger and that was a result of lead-arsing through too many potholes and whatnot on the off-road sections of last Thursday's pub ride.

For preference, though, I build my own wheels - the only reason I bought the Alfine wheelset in the first place was because I was made the proverbial offer I couldn't refuse.

I should also point out that, despite being rather pricy, the JTek bar-end shifter is very, very nice indeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:50:22 pm
Thanks for the reply, good to hear that you have had better experiences than mine, am only slightly lighter than you.

Mmmm. Ponders again, winter commuter build incoming? *maybe* Mmm.

Frere

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:51:50 pm
The dynamo on your wheelset is a WH - 3N71 perchance or ?

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:56:41 pm
Quote from: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:51:50 pm
The dynamo on your wheelset is a WH - 3N71 perchance or ?

Frere
Yep. Nice bit of kit - on a par with the old Schmidt SON on my Dave Yates fixed (not sure what the newer SONs are like, and I can't afford to find out yet either). Rear hub is the 'red band' 8-speed Nexus1 - I have taken it off-road, on multiple occasions, and really can't fault the durability and mud resistance.

I gear it rather lower than Shimano suggest (the Genesis is running 42x23) but have had no problems other than those associated with suboptimal cable tension. When it eventually gives up the ghost I'll likely replace it with an Alfine 11.

1 - I use Nexus and Alfine more-or-less interchangeably where the 8-speed hub is concerned.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 07:11:52 pm
Quote from: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:56:41 pm
Quote from: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 06:51:50 pm
The dynamo on your wheelset is a WH - 3N71 perchance or ?

Frere
Yep. Nice bit of kit - on a par with the old Schmidt SON on my Dave Yates fixed (not sure what the newer SONs are like, and I can't afford to find out yet either). Rear hub is the 'red band' 8-speed Nexus1 - I have taken it off-road, on multiple occasions, and really can't fault the durability and mud resistance.

I gear it rather lower than Shimano suggest (the Genesis is running 42x23) but have had no problems other than those associated with suboptimal cable tension. When it eventually gives up the ghost I'll likely replace it with an Alfine 11.

1 - I use Nexus and Alfine more-or-less interchangeably where the 8-speed hub is concerned.

the red band being the continuous red line on right side of hub? mmmm...more pondering...

Many thanks Interzen for your answers, they have given food for thought.

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 07:18:49 pm
Quote from: Frere on 09 July, 2011, 07:11:52 pm
the red band being the continuous red line on right side of hub? mmmm...more pondering...
Yep - Shimano used the red band on the hubs that were rated for off-road use; earlier Nexus 7 and 8-speed hubs had a nasty tendency to self-destruct.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sMeTy7SYt2U/Thm3x0dmTGI/AAAAAAAAArA/9LwHud-DgCw/s640/TobysCAAD9.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sMeTy7SYt2U/Thm3x0dmTGI/AAAAAAAAArA/9LwHud-DgCw/s1600/TobysCAAD9.jpg)

(yes the steerer still needs trimming)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 July, 2011, 06:35:54 pm
TCR2 in audax mode: South then North 600k.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6142/5922275751_ffb749049f_d.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 July, 2011, 07:53:11 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:

If you'd had those wheels in the Port Talbot Wheelers 4-up you might have been able to pull your weight  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 10 July, 2011, 07:59:57 pm
Quote from: fungus on 10 July, 2011, 06:35:54 pm

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6142/5922275751_ffb749049f_d.jpg)


Love the Barley on the Road bike  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 08:06:22 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 10 July, 2011, 07:53:11 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:

If you'd had those wheels in the Port Talbot Wheelers 4-up you might have been able to pull your weight  ;)

Some of us are cursed with a larger frontal area  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 10 July, 2011, 10:29:25 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 08:06:22 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 10 July, 2011, 07:53:11 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:

If you'd had those wheels in the Port Talbot Wheelers 4-up you might have been able to pull your weight  ;)

Some of us are cursed with a larger frontal area  ;)

Mmm fast wheels and beard???? :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 10 July, 2011, 11:28:38 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sMeTy7SYt2U/Thm3x0dmTGI/AAAAAAAAArA/9LwHud-DgCw/s640/TobysCAAD9.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sMeTy7SYt2U/Thm3x0dmTGI/AAAAAAAAArA/9LwHud-DgCw/s1600/TobysCAAD9.jpg)

(yes the steerer still needs trimming)

That's ace.

I'm toying with a return to triathlon next season, which will mean deep section wheels and tribars on the Giant.   Hmm...

This is my last tri bike and I'm going to have to outbling it...
(http://www.reb.co.uk/trek.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:17:05 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 10 July, 2011, 11:28:38 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 10 July, 2011, 03:35:35 pm
While ChrisN and PaulD have been off building Clown bikes I've been readying myself for the Mersey Roads.

My 'dale with new wheels:
(yes the steerer still needs trimming)

That's ace.

I'm toying with a return to triathlon next season, which will mean deep section wheels and tribars on the Giant.   Hmm...

This is my last tri bike and I'm going to have to outbling it...

I'm trying not to take offence that you've mentioned triathalon :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 11 July, 2011, 10:20:16 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:17:05 am
I'm trying not to take offence that you've mentioned triathalon :demon:

I'm accusing you of no more than being a deep section rim user!  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:48:00 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 11 July, 2011, 10:20:16 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:17:05 am
I'm trying not to take offence that you've mentioned triathalon :demon:

I'm accusing you of no more than being a deep section rim user!  :)

It's the train of thought I find offensive  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 12 July, 2011, 12:30:33 am
Quote from: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:07:09 pm
Due to the retirement of my faithful Marin Point Reyes (frame has started to crack again - not good on aluminium ...)

Just curious as I have a Point Reyes also .... how & where is it cracking?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 12 July, 2011, 08:49:20 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:48:00 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 11 July, 2011, 10:20:16 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:17:05 am
I'm trying not to take offence that you've mentioned triathalon :demon:

I'm accusing you of no more than being a deep section rim user!  :)

It's the train of thought I find offensive  ;)

I don't understand the aversion to triathlon.  What's not to like?
(https://www.triathlon.org/images/HRpics/id_2448_2008TongyeongBGTriathlonWorldCupEliteWomen20080426_5271.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 July, 2011, 11:54:34 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 12 July, 2011, 08:49:20 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:48:00 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 11 July, 2011, 10:20:16 am
Quote from: TOBY on 11 July, 2011, 10:17:05 am
I'm trying not to take offence that you've mentioned triathalon :demon:

I'm accusing you of no more than being a deep section rim user!  :)

It's the train of thought I find offensive  ;)

I don't understand the aversion to triathlon.  What's not to like?

my thoughts too (http://irontwit.creativeblogs.net/files/2009/08/triathlon-cycle.jpg)

second only to beach volleyball  :demon:

I'll get me coat mac!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 14 July, 2011, 10:58:58 pm
My refurbished tourer.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/5937809575_4cafbde6b4_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5937809575/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 July, 2011, 11:09:28 pm
Loaded
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 July, 2011, 11:44:23 pm
Quote from: Ham on 12 July, 2011, 12:30:33 am
Quote from: interzen on 09 July, 2011, 06:07:09 pm
Due to the retirement of my faithful Marin Point Reyes (frame has started to crack again - not good on aluminium ...)

Just curious as I have a Point Reyes also .... how & where is it cracking?
The weld between the downtube and the BB shell. Had it rewelded by a mate's son who has an alloy welding rig but it started to crack again fairly recently.

To be fair, the frame was of 1992 vintage and I tended to ride it in places it probably shouldn't have been ridden, so it owes me nothing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Forum Cat on 15 July, 2011, 03:07:30 pm
Thanks to the nice folk on this forum, my first bike for 30 years.


[img height=480 width=640]http://img.skitch.com/20110715-rrctc4965ttxu6dycf3wguef3u.jpg[/img]

 :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:10:50 pm
Looks good, a whole lot better than that £450 Raleigh.

I'm assuming you are fairly short??

I bet you'll have lots of fun miles on it.

PS.  If you are just going for a nice pootle along country lanes then leave the lock at home, it probably weighs more than the bike frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 15 July, 2011, 03:13:15 pm
Quote from: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:10:50 pm
Looks good, a whole lot better than that £450 Raleigh.

I'm assuming you are fairly short??

I bet you'll have lots of fun miles on it.

PS.  If you are just going for a nice pootle along country lanes then leave the lock at home, it probably weighs more than the bike frame.

Of course he is, look, he's managed to get himself in the photo (big assumption on the gender BTW, apologies if I got it wrong :) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:16:27 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 15 July, 2011, 03:13:15 pm
Quote from: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:10:50 pm
Looks good, a whole lot better than that £450 Raleigh.

I'm assuming you are fairly short??

I bet you'll have lots of fun miles on it.

PS.  If you are just going for a nice pootle along country lanes then leave the lock at home, it probably weighs more than the bike frame.

Of course he is, look, he's managed to get himself in the photo (big assumption on the gender BTW, apologies if I got it wrong :) )

I'm sure there was no cat in the photo when I looked.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 15 July, 2011, 03:23:25 pm
Quote from: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:16:27 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 15 July, 2011, 03:13:15 pm
Quote from: LEE on 15 July, 2011, 03:10:50 pm
Looks good, a whole lot better than that £450 Raleigh.

I'm assuming you are fairly short??

I bet you'll have lots of fun miles on it.

PS.  If you are just going for a nice pootle along country lanes then leave the lock at home, it probably weighs more than the bike frame.

Of course he is, look, he's managed to get himself in the photo (big assumption on the gender BTW, apologies if I got it wrong :) )

I'm sure there was no cat in the photo when I looked.

that's cats for you, one minute they aren't there, the next they are!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 July, 2011, 11:22:16 pm
Quote from: Forum Cat on 15 July, 2011, 03:07:30 pm
my first bike for 30 years.

Or, now that you are here, your first bike this year?

It's amazing coming across someone (here) who has been away from cycling for so long, but not unusual in the big world. I've not seen your posts to date, but I'm delighted that you are here; that you now have such a good looking* machine, and I hope you'll be here for a while.

(*Is the stem wierd? It looks like you've fitted a pencil in there. Don't ride it like that.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 15 July, 2011, 11:42:45 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 July, 2011, 11:22:16 pm
Quote from: Forum Cat on 15 July, 2011, 03:07:30 pm
my first bike for 30 years.

Or, now that you are here, your first bike this year?

It's amazing coming across someone (here) who has been away from cycling for so long, but not unusual in the big world. I've not seen your posts to date, but I'm delighted that you are here; that you now have such a good looking* machine, and I hope you'll be here for a while.

(*Is the stem wierd? It looks like you've fitted a pencil in there. Don't ride it like that.)

it's also amazing how close you (Forum Cat) are to the start of Paul's Pie ride ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Forum Cat on 16 July, 2011, 03:29:46 am
Quote from: Paul on 15 July, 2011, 11:22:16 pm
Quote from: Forum Cat on 15 July, 2011, 03:07:30 pm
my first bike for 30 years.

Or, now that you are here, your first bike this year?

It's amazing coming across someone (here) who has been away from cycling for so long, but not unusual in the big world. I've not seen your posts to date, but I'm delighted that you are here; that you now have such a good looking* machine, and I hope you'll be here for a while.

(*Is the stem wierd? It looks like you've fitted a pencil in there. Don't ride it like that.)

That was a really nice welcome.  Thank you.   :)

The stem has a white label as I am sure you worked out.   ;)

For what it is worth I really enjoyed my first ride on it.  I think I may get hooked. 

FC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 16 July, 2011, 07:18:58 pm
Quote from: Deano on 14 July, 2011, 10:58:58 pm
My refurbished tourer.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/5937809575_4cafbde6b4_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5937809575/)

I do like the paintjob.  Is that a gas bottle hanging from the top tube?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 16 July, 2011, 07:34:19 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 16 July, 2011, 07:18:58 pm
I do like the paintjob.  Is that a gas bottle hanging from the top tube?

Or some form of ordinance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 July, 2011, 08:50:40 pm
It's a stainless steel water bottle, mundanely.

I'm quite pleased with the paint job, though close up it does look a bit shonky. My vision outmatched my technique.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 17 July, 2011, 03:15:51 pm
Quote from: Deano on 14 July, 2011, 10:58:58 pm
My refurbished tourer.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/5937809575_4cafbde6b4_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5937809575/)

That looks really purposeful :thumbsup:
But what have the tyres done to upset the mudguards and can't they make up and be friends again?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 July, 2011, 07:34:03 pm
Yay Forumcat!  You got a good bike there. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 18 July, 2011, 04:39:08 pm
I know, I've not been around for ages, then all I do is come back to try and show off a new bike, but what the hell (and I've been busy with NewJob...)

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6124/5918202933_b77b95e5e6.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 July, 2011, 04:42:15 pm
^^^  Flippin' heck.  What's that?  Looks fab!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AnthCC on 18 July, 2011, 04:45:00 pm
Tis a Cotic >X< - built up at the mo as a fast-ish road bike, but just needs some 700c knobblies on for me to give CX a try later in the year if I manage to get the fitness up.

Love it after a few rides, but must caveat that I'm Cotic fanboy having had a Soul MTB for about 6/7 years now (the 73rd frame ever built).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 July, 2011, 07:21:34 pm
It looks pretty zippy to me. The orange cable outers are a nice detail, they contrast well with the black and white frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 July, 2011, 10:18:35 pm
Nice bike.

But great photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 20 July, 2011, 06:21:53 pm
going camping at the weekend, just checking it all works OK with little wheels..

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1020595.jpg)

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 July, 2011, 06:57:11 pm
That looks good. How are the front panniers mounted?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 20 July, 2011, 07:36:25 pm
they make a wee front rack for them, looks like this:
http://www.bicycledoctor.co.uk/p_pashleytsrfrontrack.html

because it's higher than normal low riders they're full size panniers on the front, seems to work fine as long as they're not too full (else they hit the drops... )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 July, 2011, 07:39:33 pm
Neat.

I think I feel a Moultonneed brewing again...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 July, 2011, 07:51:30 pm
Quote from: AnthCC on 18 July, 2011, 04:45:00 pm
Tis a Cotic >X< - built up at the mo as a fast-ish road bike

I like that  :) That frame would be a good base for a decent all-rounder.

What height are you and how do you find it to ride? Is it relatively short in the top tube, f'instance? What fork is it, as it's not the one of the Road Rat? What disc brakes have you got and how are they working with the STIs? Mduguard eyes / rack mounts?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 July, 2011, 02:38:39 pm
Quote from: mike on 20 July, 2011, 06:21:53 pm
going camping at the weekend, just checking it all works OK with little wheels..

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1020595.jpg)

 ;D
I can report that a Swallow saddle is a personal thing  :o but the bike certainly soaks up the bumps (based on a 1 minute ride round an industrial estate in Cambridge).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 24 July, 2011, 02:32:33 pm
With a saddle from Domestique, tyres from GeneHunt & bar tape from SteveKish my Peugeot now looks like this  ;D
Now to get some PB's !!!
Will be at the Blenheim Palace TT hoping to beat last years time of 36:36

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/24072011286.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cuddy duck on 24 July, 2011, 03:13:15 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chrisN1003.jpg)

Suppose you were replacing vertical leverered cantilevers - spongey and not really very good - with levers like these allied to V brakes on a Galaxy used as winter commuter, what would be the lightest, cheapest and least naff-looking way of preserving an "on the hoods" riding position option?
Should this be in "Know How"?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 24 July, 2011, 03:16:25 pm
Something like this?

http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Cane%20Creek-Cane-Creek-Ergo-Stoker-Tandem-Brake-Levers_42868.htm

Shopping around would no doubt find something similar for less money. Or you could get an old set of aero levers and perform a bit of metal butchery.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cuddy duck on 24 July, 2011, 03:20:43 pm
That's what I call after-sales service! When can you come and fit them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 24 July, 2011, 03:42:29 pm
Quote from: interzen on 24 July, 2011, 03:16:25 pm

Shopping around would no doubt find something similar for less money.

I know that it is a minority item but that price really is piss ripping.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 24 July, 2011, 03:51:54 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 24 July, 2011, 03:42:29 pm
Quote from: interzen on 24 July, 2011, 03:16:25 pm

Shopping around would no doubt find something similar for less money.

I know that it is a minority item but that price really is piss ripping.
Still a fiver cheaper than SJSC ....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 01:05:48 pm
Presenting "Custard", the 'other' Genesis ;D

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6127/5983909625_2337fd2a38.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5983909625/)
IMG_0046 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5983909625/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

It's a Day One 'cross that the LBS were wanting to get rid of, so I obliged - currently set up as 75" fixed, 35mm tyres and no mudguards. Probably as close to a 'fast' road bike as I'm likely to get.

(sadly it's a phone camera pic, since my bad-ass camera needs the battery recharging)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 28 July, 2011, 02:13:01 pm
No fair. I want more bikes  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 28 July, 2011, 02:18:14 pm
I have just the essentail accesory you need for that Interzen.  A Rhubarb soft toy with an annoying noise making box inside it, that when you press it, it goes (all together now) "NAHNAH NAHNAH NAHNAH NAH NAHNAHANAHNAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 02:35:43 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 28 July, 2011, 02:18:14 pm
I have just the essentail accesory you need for that Interzen.  A Rhubarb soft toy with an annoying noise making box inside it, that when you press it, it goes (all together now) "NAHNAH NAHNAH NAHNAH NAH NAHNAHANAHNAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH"
What I really want is an Angry Birds decal for the top tube :)
The tenuous link is that I like Angry Birds, Birds (as in the company, rather than the feathered animal) make custard and the bike in question is a rather strident shade of yellow.

I've just taken it for a quick (and 'quick' is the operative word here) spin round the lanes and OrangeGina handles like a barge by comparison. Woohoo!

I'm already resigned to the fact that I'm a Surly fanboy, but it looks like I may be a Genesis fanboy as well :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 28 July, 2011, 04:59:11 pm
Quote from: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 02:35:43 pm
it looks like I may be a Genesis fanboy as well :)

You'll be wanting one of these
(http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/img/uploads/images/blog-images/29062011215.jpg) (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/news/29/06/11/day-one-cross-disc-for-howies)
next then?  I know I do :D

It's exactly what I was hoping to build if I'd managed to get them to sell me an alfine frame & forks.  Only in orange rather than that dreadfully common Pompino blue...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 05:11:29 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 28 July, 2011, 04:59:11 pm
Quote from: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 02:35:43 pm
it looks like I may be a Genesis fanboy as well :)

You'll be wanting one of these
(http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/img/uploads/images/blog-images/29062011215.jpg) (http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/news/29/06/11/day-one-cross-disc-for-howies)
next then?  I know I do :D

It's exactly what I was hoping to build if I'd managed to get them to sell me an alfine frame & forks.  Only in orange rather than that dreadfully common Pompino blue...
Nope - I've got my eye on one of these bad boys: http://bikemagic.com/gear/genesis-2012-29er-revealed.html - it's the replacement for the iO single speed, one of which I had my eye on until I discovered they were sold out.

Not out until Spring 2012, apparently, but if has enough clearance to handle big, fat DH-style (ie. 2.5->2.7") tyres then I'm 'aving one for Dalby duty.

EDIT: I also have it on reasonably good authority that the Day One Disc will be around £750 (single speed) rising to about £1700 for the Alfine-11 version.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 28 July, 2011, 10:43:49 pm
Quote from: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 01:05:48 pm

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6127/5983909625_2337fd2a38.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5983909625/)
IMG_0046 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/5983909625/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr


Does Steve Jobs insist that you put an Apple logo on all your possessions now? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 10:53:19 pm
Quote from: Deano on 28 July, 2011, 10:43:49 pm
Does Steve Jobs insist that you put an Apple logo on all your possessions now? ;)
Wow. Now that you mention it, that's uncanny ...
Then again, I did take the pic with my phone, so make of that what you will ;)

My Dave Yates does have an Apple sticker on the head tube, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 28 July, 2011, 11:07:36 pm
I met Custard earlier this evening. Zingtastic! And with a very bling (and non-slack) chain :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 29 July, 2011, 01:10:38 pm
Quote from: interzen on 28 July, 2011, 05:11:29 pm
I've got my eye on one of these bad boys: http://bikemagic.com/gear/genesis-2012-29er-revealed.html - it's the replacement for the iO single speed, one of which I had my eye on until I discovered they were sold out.

There's an iO just appeared on singletrackworld if you're interested (nowt to do wi' me, I've just spotted it, that's all):
Quote
Genesis IO
2009
Bronze completely standard spec (even on the original tyres) size 20.5.
Used but not hugley a few cable rubs and scratches but nothing serious looks brand new.
£450.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 29 July, 2011, 03:45:57 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 29 July, 2011, 01:10:38 pm
There's an iO just appeared on singletrackworld if you're interested (nowt to do wi' me, I've just spotted it, that's all):

Genesis IO
2009
Bronze completely standard spec (even on the original tyres) size 20.5.
Used but not hugley a few cable rubs and scratches but nothing serious looks brand new.
£450.
Too big.
Bugger ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 29 July, 2011, 07:54:25 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y5Ynw2C9r3M/TjLccfuv8zI/AAAAAAAAAgI/uwjMpQ_BBYg/s640/IMAG0112.jpg)

Picked it up this afternoon. Circe Helios, Alfine, Versa shifters, Tiagra road discs...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 30 July, 2011, 09:33:48 pm
Good bye, old friend.  :(

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-LpLcF3sBGig/S8dmZeIP3xI/AAAAAAAAA0o/eCVCwP3fAlw/s720/IMG_0599.jpg)

After sitting around my flat in bits for too many years, the time has come to part with this bike.

BACKGROUND: I bought this, my second bike, back in the early 1990s.  It's a steel framed 'ATB', 26" wheels.  This is what got me cycling again when I was at Uni.  When I moved to the UK I brought it with me.  It was used sparingly the first few years, but eventually I began commuting on it and even used it for my first tour, the C2C, back in 2006 (pic below).  I stopped riding it and replaced it with an Orbea Elorrio soon after as it was getting expensive to maintain.  Matters weren't helped by some parts being made of cheese as well as having an oversized bottom bracket shell.  I've held on to it with the thought of converting it into a fixed/ss hack bike, but I had my doubts.  After getting a second opinion the decision was made.

I'll take a close look at the bits - some may be worth dropping off at the local LCC bike workshop.  If anyone thinks they can do something with it they're welcome to it, but collection only, please (East London).  If I don't hear from anyone by next Saturday then it's off to the skip / recycling centre.

I'll remember the good times (and overlook the bad).

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-RqnVe2KsO1w/TjRpbrOxSOI/AAAAAAAABGs/8RKsC8uD6ZQ/s720/C2C%252520075.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kevina9 on 05 August, 2011, 03:37:20 pm
I have recently built up my first bike from scratch, starting from this, a Van Nicholas Amazon Rohloff frame that happened to come my way at a very attractive price, courtesy of one of On-One's silly discounts :

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6147/6011370852_659a6a4027.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31828224@N05/6011370852/)

Over the past few weeks it has evolved into a very nice commuter bike running an Alfine-8 hub gear :

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6145/6011350218_edc6091785.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31828224@N05/6011350218/)

Click on the pics for more / bigger pics if you're interested.

Further evolution into a light tourer running an Alfine 11 or Rohloff may occur if I find the right hub / shifters at the right price.

Thanks to Biggsy for the re-usable cable ties, Pippa and MacB for the charity-donation inner tubes, and LittleWheelsandBig for the Pixeo rear light, that now form part of this bike. And Majorbloodnok for the bars - not used on this bike, but they helped me decide what suited me best without breaking the bank.

And thanks to everyone on here for freely donating enough knowledge to give me the confidence to build my own bike in the first place - I wouldn't have done it without you. 

Building it up was more fun than Meccano, and it is hugely rewarding and brings a smile to my face every time I ride it! 

Thanks again!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 August, 2011, 03:38:09 pm
Pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 August, 2011, 03:42:49 pm
Nice bike.

But that's a lorra headset spacers  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 August, 2011, 03:52:54 pm
And a lorra seat tube too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kevina9 on 05 August, 2011, 04:48:08 pm
That's because Van Nic equate Rohloff to Flat Bars, so all their frames with EBBs have relatively long top tubes. So, to get the shorter reach I need for drops, I had to get their smallest frame, and jack up the seat and bars. I did umm and aah a bit over this before hitting the buy button, but finally decided that at the price it was a compromise I was willing to accept to give me a hub-geared Ti bike with EBB and drops, especially since it's not visible when riding. Plus I get a lighter bike, and there's absolutely no problem with the stand-over height!   :)  And if you think that's a long seat tube, you should see my Brompton!   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 06 August, 2011, 08:45:42 pm
On the same theme, I have converted my existing VN Amazon winter commuter to Alfine 11 speed after 3 gritty winters using an Ultegra triple 52/39/30 and 12-27 hub, wearing out a rear mech, 2 cassettes, 4 chains, one rear rim  and a chainring in the process. PlanetX/On One are offering the Alfine 11 speed plus Versa 11 speed shifters for a knockdown price of £399 so I went to for it.  ::-)
Another order for 280mm spokes was make on the same day. Chainreaction had the BB7 road version brake on special offer and their discount on the 39 tooth Alfine Chainset was very favourable. I decided to go for the disc brake because the existing canti interferes with the fitting of my rear rack (in case I want to carry heavier loads) and also to the save on replacing rear rims being destroyed by winter grit and rim brakes.
All the kit duly arrived from the various sources and, being on leave, I set to work.
Building up the wheel was an easy 40 minute job - good tools make all the difference (Park jig and spoke tension meter) The rest took a little longer but I eventually got it all done...
No Eccentric bottom bracket on my frame but the Alfine chain tensioner is fine and does not add anything to chain resistance the way it is used - bolted in place just to take up the slack. I did have to file an edge of it away and respray it to clear the right mudguard stay bolt.
The disc brake was quite easy to fit - just had to put a slight bend in the mudguard stay to clear it.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/plogger/plog-content/images/cycling-stuff/amazon-alfine/amazon-alfine1.jpeg)

The Versa shifter seem to work well - a little "clunkier" than the Ultegra it replaces but it seems to provide easy and positive shifting - less effort than the Rohloff. An initial spin around the block showed promise - will test it on a commute next week.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/plogger/plog-content/images/cycling-stuff/amazon-alfine/amazon-alfine2.jpeg)

For the price, the hub seems well built and solid. Gear range is about right with 39x20 (27"-113") as opposed to the 31"-118" gear train it has replaced. Time will tell once the miles build up. Will I regret not paying almost double for the Rohloff?? I hope not! I will have to invest in a spare 17mm spanner to go in the saddlebag in case of (thankfully very rare) punctures.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/plogger/plog-content/images/cycling-stuff/amazon-alfine/amazon-alfine3.jpeg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 06 August, 2011, 09:29:44 pm
Two examples of hub geared titanium, what's not to like ;D
pdm - I'd be interested in your impression of the Alfine 11 when you've done a few miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kevina9 on 06 August, 2011, 11:41:07 pm
I'd be interested in your impression of the Alfine 11 as well!  I have been keeping an eye on On-One's Alfine/Versa 11 package, but missed the dip to £399 - it's back to £499 now.  Nice bike, BTW.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 07 August, 2011, 10:36:31 am
What is the weight like Pieter - Alfine vs traditional gears?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 07 August, 2011, 02:09:02 pm
Quote from: Grub on 07 August, 2011, 10:36:31 am
What is the weight like Pieter - Alfine vs traditional gears?

Stuff I took off: ~2920g
Stuff I put on: ~3610g

Of that about 90g is the extra weight of the disc brake, so the Alfine is about 600g heavier than the Ultegra geartrain and kit it replaced; not a great deal considering the all up weight of ~114kg including rider, tools and other "necessaries".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 07 August, 2011, 07:04:56 pm
That's very nice Pieter !
Now all you need is a disc fork and another BB7  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 07 August, 2011, 07:20:23 pm
@ kevina9 and pdm, very nice bikes indeed, what PH said, hub geared titanium bikes, seems really suited for winter commuting. And yes, am also very interested to hear how the alfine 11 performs. Have in mind likely for next winter's commuting, something like Spa Cycles' Ti touring frame with alfine 11 or rohloff.

Frere

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2011, 11:39:55 pm
Alfine 11 looks lovely! Could be the perfect commuting setup!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 August, 2011, 11:29:39 am
Quote from: rdaviesb on 08 August, 2011, 11:39:55 pm
Alfine 11 looks lovely! Could be the perfect commuting setup!
Works a treat off-road, I'll tell you that much ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 14 August, 2011, 09:18:18 pm
Strictly speaking not a member's bike yet, but I've just built this up for my brother-in-law and he's going to sign up soon.
 
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6201/6043088922_655af658c9_b.jpg)

Thorn Audax Mk3 frame, Shimano 105 triple, Pro PLT finishing kit, B17, Tewdric wheels, 36h Chrina rims on XT hubs with DT Competition spokes, Paselas, SKS 'guards, yucky blue profile bar tape that wasn't my choice! :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 15 August, 2011, 11:27:21 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 14 August, 2011, 09:18:18 pm
Thorn Audax Mk3 frame, Shimano 105 triple, Pro PLT finishing kit, B17, Tewdric wheels, 36h Chrina rims on XT hubs with DT Competition spokes, Paselas, SKS 'guards, yucky blue profile bar tape that wasn't my choice! :-)

Nice bike, but I agree about the bar tape, get some black tape on that asap!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 15 August, 2011, 11:32:47 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 14 August, 2011, 09:18:18 pm
Thorn Audax Mk3 frame, Shimano 105 triple, Pro PLT finishing kit, B17, Tewdric wheels, 36h Chrina rims on XT hubs with DT Competition spokes, Paselas, SKS 'guards, yucky blue profile bar tape that wasn't my choice! :-)

You've got the gear adjusters on the down tube on the wrong sides. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 15 August, 2011, 12:37:44 pm
Quote from: chris n on 15 August, 2011, 11:32:47 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 14 August, 2011, 09:18:18 pm
Thorn Audax Mk3 frame, Shimano 105 triple, Pro PLT finishing kit, B17, Tewdric wheels, 36h Chrina rims on XT hubs with DT Competition spokes, Paselas, SKS 'guards, yucky blue profile bar tape that wasn't my choice! :-)

You've got the gear adjusters on the down tube on the wrong sides. ::-)

Deliberately so - makes adjustment on the fly a bit easier if you fit them upside down.  My own audax bike is the same if you look back through!  :thumbsup:  He did have the choice, natch.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TOBY on 15 August, 2011, 06:32:41 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 15 August, 2011, 12:37:44 pm
Quote from: chris n on 15 August, 2011, 11:32:47 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 14 August, 2011, 09:18:18 pm
Thorn Audax Mk3 frame, Shimano 105 triple, Pro PLT finishing kit, B17, Tewdric wheels, 36h Chrina rims on XT hubs with DT Competition spokes, Paselas, SKS 'guards, yucky blue profile bar tape that wasn't my choice! :-)

You've got the gear adjusters on the down tube on the wrong sides. ::-)

Deliberately so - makes adjustment on the fly a bit easier if you fit them upside down.  My own audax bike is the same if you look back through!  :thumbsup:  He did have the choice, natch.

so what you're saying is you're crap at setting the gears up right in the first place?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 August, 2011, 06:40:36 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 15 August, 2011, 12:37:44 pm
Deliberately so - makes adjustment on the fly a bit easier if you fit them upside down.  My own audax bike is the same if you look back through!  :thumbsup:  He did have the choice, natch.

for the adjustment on the fly which needs to be done like once in a blue moon is it worth having the adjusters wrong way all the time? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 15 August, 2011, 07:10:12 pm
Quote from: TOBY on 15 August, 2011, 06:32:41 pm
so what you're saying is you're crap at setting the gears up right in the first place?  ;)

Actually I have been having trouble getting the cable tension right on my fixie..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 15 August, 2011, 09:49:58 pm
Well people, since I have asked many questions about this and that, it's time to post a couple pictures of the bikes which those queries related to. One is of the Argos tourer, easily my best bike, and here it is:-

(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc400/frere1/Argos.jpg)


Recently fitted out with a dynamo and lights, the tidying up of the wiring is one of the two outstanding fettling jobs, other being to get the brake and gear cables behind the T Bar on the stem. Tis a very lovely bike to ride and comfortable. A mile eater this one. Bullhorns rather than drops since I can't just get comfortable on the drops. A recent fettling job was to sew on some nappa leather on the top tube and chain stay. Its first tour will be from Tynemouth to Edinburgh in September.

And here is the Commuter bike, shimano nexus 8 and dynamo wheel set and some kit transposed onto a British Eagle Touristique frame, along with a chain set from Interzen, lights from MacB. The merging together has worked very well, surpassing my expectations.

(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc400/frere1/Commuter.jpg)

This will be the regular commuter from home to Bristol Parkway/Temple Meads, for taking on trains to Cardiff/Newport and offices therein, and occasional meetings in the Big Smoke. It's slightly smaller than the Argos, giving a more upright stance. It is also very comfortable and rides very well indeed.

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 15 August, 2011, 10:58:02 pm
Two good looking bikes.  It took me a while to get the second photo.
Quote
Its first tour will be from Tynemouth to Edinburgh in September.

Our paths may cross, I'm doing the same 12th - 17th
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 19 August, 2011, 09:25:39 am
My new bike. A Revolution Trailfinder. Pretty good for £212, with a free rack because my girlfriend is a fantastic haggler :)

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6209/6058083115_c744bf7936.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/6058083115/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 19 August, 2011, 11:53:07 am
New to me, Chutney. A Dahon Speed Pro TT, formerly owned by woollypigs. Looks fast, not much slower even with me on it :)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6070/6058310509_8278db71fe_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 19 August, 2011, 04:41:50 pm
Bling new wheels!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/P1020741.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 August, 2011, 04:50:49 pm
brave man, posting a pic of a carbon bike **without a brooks** on this thread... ;D

(nice wheels!) (not sure about the white spokes)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 19 August, 2011, 10:20:06 pm
The MC in readiness for PBP today

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6068/6059788521_6d9a713cc3_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 19 August, 2011, 10:27:28 pm
It is a very tasty looking machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 19 August, 2011, 11:14:14 pm
How have you fixed those rear lights on?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 20 August, 2011, 07:34:29 am
Quote from: mike on 19 August, 2011, 04:50:49 pm
brave man, posting a pic of a carbon bike **without a brooks** on this thread... ;D

(nice wheels!) (not sure about the white spokes)


 ;D ;D ;D   They do some with single pink spokes as well!  Seems it was an AC trademark long before Mavic started doing it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 August, 2011, 05:19:17 pm
Late in 2004 I bought a Claud Butler Rock MTB.  The bike is much loved and has been heavily pimped over the years.  All that remains of the original machine is seat post, stem and bars.  The latest additions are new wheels, new twin leg stand, new disc brakes, levers and changers and bar bag ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest7.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest8.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest6.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest5.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest3.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Claudlatest2.jpg)

I'm very pleased with the new kit, the Avid BB7 and Avid levers are excellent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 August, 2011, 05:34:57 pm
That looks like a very well sorted cockpit you have there.  :thumbsup:

I'm hoping to try thumb shifters on my road bike when I can get the money saved for all the bits I need.  I'm not getting on very well with brifters at all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 20 August, 2011, 06:51:43 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 20 August, 2011, 05:34:57 pm
That looks like a very well sorted cockpit you have there.  :thumbsup:

I'm hoping to try thumb shifters on my road bike when I can get the money saved for all the bits I need.  I'm not getting on very well with brifters at all.

Recently gone in the same direction, STIs sold, temporary trigger shifter in use and planning thumb mounts and dura ace 9 speed bar end shifters. SJS do their own version and have the older Pauls thumb mount as well. But you can buy the new ones direct here:-

http://www.paulcomp.com/thumbies.html

the MTB version now has a hinged clamp and the road one with the same option should be available in a week or two. Opens up a few more options for shifters and it's a lot easier with a hinged clamp...they have no plans to do a 31.8mm version though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 20 August, 2011, 06:56:01 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 19 August, 2011, 10:20:06 pm
The MC in readiness for PBP today

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6068/6059788521_6d9a713cc3_z.jpg)

Perfect (well if we put the gears thing to one side)
I've been dithering about getting steel forks for my PX ti and that photo has convinced me, they look so right.
What size tyres are those?  They look quite wide and with reasonable clearance.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 20 August, 2011, 07:59:58 pm
Quote from: MacB on 20 August, 2011, 06:51:43 pm
...
http://www.paulcomp.com/thumbies.html

the MTB version now has a hinged clamp and the road one with the same option should be available in a week or two. Opens up a few more options for shifters and it's a lot easier with a hinged clamp...they have no plans to do a 31.8mm version though.

Thanks for the tip.  I'll look out for the newer version then.  I've already decided not to keep the 31.8 bars either because I'm going to fit Guidonnet (under drop) brake levers too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 20 August, 2011, 08:06:31 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 20 August, 2011, 07:59:58 pm
Quote from: MacB on 20 August, 2011, 06:51:43 pm
...
http://www.paulcomp.com/thumbies.html

the MTB version now has a hinged clamp and the road one with the same option should be available in a week or two. Opens up a few more options for shifters and it's a lot easier with a hinged clamp...they have no plans to do a 31.8mm version though.

Thanks for the tip.  I'll look out for the newer version then.  I've already decided not to keep the 31.8 bars either because I'm going to fit Guidonnet (under drop) brake levers too.

Ooh, Ooh, some brake levers I hadn't seen before....that's my evening blown  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 20 August, 2011, 08:32:06 pm
Just found this image of the Guidonnet levers mounted up under some bullhorns

http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1354574102/

would imagine a similar effect could be gained with chopped and flopped drops. This way you could mount the shifters, via thumbies, near the stem or use bar ends in the ends. Very interesting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 August, 2011, 09:15:06 am
My thumb shifters came from SJS, I was following the lead of someone on here, can't remember who. I went for them cos the old shifter/brake lever combos were getting a bit knackered and I don't like indexed front gears. I have bar end changers on my road bike and love them.

The Avid levers and BB7s are fantastic. Claud is my favourite bike and his new kit (which has been in use for a while now) just makes him better. I'd love to do a long tour on him one day.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 21 August, 2011, 09:29:21 am
Quote from: PH on 20 August, 2011, 06:56:01 pm
What size tyres are those?  They look quite wide and with reasonable clearance.

32 mm Paselas. It will take 35s at a pinch, even with guards

Bledlow: the light brackets are  SJ widgets.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 21 August, 2011, 07:36:34 pm
Ta
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 27 August, 2011, 05:22:39 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6067/6085493563_d35632f00a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6085493563/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6085493563/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 28 August, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
Fancy yourself as the new Danny Macaskill and ride down those steps?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 28 August, 2011, 07:10:10 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 28 August, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
Fancy yourself as the new Danny Macaskill and ride down those steps?  ;)

He rode UP them to take that pic.    :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 29 August, 2011, 09:39:14 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 28 August, 2011, 07:10:10 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 28 August, 2011, 06:11:42 pm
Fancy yourself as the new Danny Macaskill and ride down those steps?  ;)

He rode UP them to take that pic.    :)

Danny Macaskill would have ridden down the hand rail.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 31 August, 2011, 11:34:13 pm
Current 'incarnation' of the Aravis/Burton

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6101244364_7480b04972.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/)
Henry Burton - Aravis Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 04:24:05 pm
A curvaceous black beauty lying on my bed, waiting to be undressed.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6182/6105892065_d7ffaaf042.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 04:25:12 pm
1982 Dawes Lightning

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6181/6105892075_093be51ff2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 04:33:19 pm
Not strictly a member's bike, but nevertheless worth a photo.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6067/6105892081_4b6edff387.jpg)

Recently hand-constructed by a Canadian (I think) in London. Nimble despite the weight of luggage. I don't know if you can see the smooth welding and the interesting cut out in the fork lug.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 04:35:13 pm
My Giant "trecker" unwrapped and assembled.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6181/6105892085_1c67f8a2de.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 02 September, 2011, 07:33:28 pm
I like that, a lot  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 08:48:03 pm
Good, but which one?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 03 September, 2011, 05:49:29 pm
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2780/4318247777_66030d9974_z.jpg?zz=1)

1991? GT Karakoram frame with original rear (crappy) U brake. Everything else new/changed. World War One Campag "tank turret" thumb shifters - Campag Centaur MTB chainset - Campag Centaur "graphite" MTB rear mech - fetish split gaping gap Selle Anatomica butchered Brooks B17. Must take some better pics of the psychadelic paint job which is why I had to have her - plus she rides delightfully - and makes me so happy - a tad heavy, but great handling for 50 + miles of Snowdonia's beautiful tarmac climbs.

Had a 73mm BB shell, so had to go and blunt Dewi The Bike's (North Wales top mechanic magic bloke) BB facing tool to get it down to 68mm to get a BB with the right (my preferred) chainline.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 03 September, 2011, 06:34:19 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 03 September, 2011, 05:49:29 pm
Had a 73mm BB shell, so had to go and blunt Dewi The Bike's (North Wales top mechanic magic bloke) BB facing tool to get it down to 68mm to get a BB with the right the right chainline.

I was riding with a few of the boys from Energy Cycles last Sunday, one was a Dewi who was clearly regarded amongst the other riders for his mechanical skillz.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 03 September, 2011, 09:15:39 pm
I've done an initial write-up here (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=43667.msg1035145#msg1035145).  In the mean time, some quick pics.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-HhTQSUOd28M/TmKArQ0CmBI/AAAAAAAABKI/zTPEYnf7a4U/s720/IMG_0084-1.JPG)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Du0U7-qfrws/TmKAyYByMOI/AAAAAAAABKQ/QoWokCPCBng/s720/IMG_0091-1.JPG)
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 September, 2011, 09:18:53 pm
Quote from: windy on 31 August, 2011, 11:34:13 pm
Current 'incarnation' of the Aravis/Burton

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6101244364_7480b04972.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/)
Henry Burton - Aravis Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

We popped into Henry Burtons today :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 03 September, 2011, 10:13:05 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6184/6109774565_b2b3cfcb1f_o.jpg)

Trek Pilot 1.2, with optional brick.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 03 September, 2011, 10:39:36 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 September, 2011, 09:18:53 pm
Quote from: windy on 31 August, 2011, 11:34:13 pm
Current 'incarnation' of the Aravis/Burton

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6101244364_7480b04972.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/)
Henry Burton - Aravis Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

We popped into Henry Burtons today :)

Cool, did you say hello for me, and did you let him know where the campag came from that's on the L'eroica bike? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 04:08:34 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 03 September, 2011, 06:34:19 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 03 September, 2011, 05:49:29 pm
Had a 73mm BB shell, so had to go and blunt Dewi The Bike's (North Wales top mechanic magic bloke) BB facing tool to get it down to 68mm to get a BB with the right the right chainline.

I was riding with a few of the boys from Energy Cycles last Sunday, one was a Dewi who was clearly regarded amongst the other riders for his mechanical skillz.

That's the very man - superstar  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 04:15:04 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 02 September, 2011, 04:24:05 pm
A curvaceous black beauty lying on my bed, waiting to be undressed.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6182/6105892065_d7ffaaf042.jpg)

There's something quite/very perverse about that photo  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: smurphboy on 04 September, 2011, 05:46:07 pm
(http://desmond.yfrog.com/Himg814/scaled.php?tn=0&server=814&filename=61qg.jpg&xsize=640&ysize=640)

My Roadrat (Alfine 8 Speed - not that you can see it under the panniers) all ready for a weekends camping. Note the bling bling Charge grips and two locks (I'm still West London paranoid about my bike despite two years back in Bristol)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 06:55:23 pm
Quote from: smurphboy on 04 September, 2011, 05:46:07 pm
(http://desmond.yfrog.com/Himg814/scaled.php?tn=0&server=814&filename=61qg.jpg&xsize=640&ysize=640)

My Roadrat (Alfine 8 Speed - not that you can see it under the panniers) all ready for a weekends camping. Note the bling bling Charge grips and two locks (I'm still West London paranoid about my bike despite two years back in Bristol)

That bike has intention
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: smurphboy on 04 September, 2011, 08:02:31 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 06:55:23 pm
That bike has intention

You should see it in urban attack mode... lights / reflectives and luminous panniers - must take a photo when the nights draw in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 04 September, 2011, 08:40:25 pm
Intention?  With that much on the back, plus the Alfine, it's going to be very back-heavy.  I find my Mixer prone to doing the "Hi-ho Silver" routine when I get back on it after just loading the paniers with a heavy shopping job.  Think, if I were using it for touring, I'd be looking to load up the front some.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2011, 09:10:27 pm
Quote from: windy on 03 September, 2011, 10:39:36 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 September, 2011, 09:18:53 pm
Quote from: windy on 31 August, 2011, 11:34:13 pm
Current 'incarnation' of the Aravis/Burton

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6101244364_7480b04972.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/)
Henry Burton - Aravis Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/6101244364/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

We popped into Henry Burtons today :)

Cool, did you say hello for me, and did you let him know where the campag came from that's on the L'eroica bike? :)

Fraid they were a bit busy talking to a monosyllabic customer who was a bit vague about what he wanted.  It was going to take some time... ::-)

But I did get to enjoy looking at some of the shiny bling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: smurphboy on 04 September, 2011, 09:35:56 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 September, 2011, 08:40:25 pm
Intention?  With that much on the back, plus the Alfine, it's going to be very back-heavy.  I find my Mixer prone to doing the "Hi-ho Silver" routine when I get back on it after just loading the paniers with a heavy shopping job.  Think, if I were using it for touring, I'd be looking to load up the front some.

It was surprisingly easy to ride. Those panniers are bulky but not too heavy - tent and sleeping bag one side, clothes and cooking stuff on the other. All the heavy stuff is low down.

I am quite tempted by an Extrawheel trailer though, much prefer that to front panniers if I'm going to go anymore heavyweight on tour than that set up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 September, 2011, 09:25:02 am
To be fair, when I do a big shopping run the density of the goods is going to be rather higher than your camping kit.  Also, the load is very vertically distributed, with just two panniers, top covers stretched upwards to the max. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 September, 2011, 10:30:48 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 04:15:04 pm
There's something quite/very perverse about that photo  :P
It's the way the bar ends are drooping. They perked up when I got out my allen key.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 06 September, 2011, 03:04:28 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 September, 2011, 10:30:48 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 04:15:04 pm
There's something quite/very perverse about that photo  :P
It's the way the bar ends are drooping. They perked up when I got out my allen key.

I thought that was one of those freebie vibrators they chuck in when you ordered that stuff from Anne Summers - mind you they don't last any longer than the Wiggle gums. Allegedly  ;)

As I think it's probably time to re-orientate the post back to bikes - are trikes allowed?

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6199/6119945297_7be7d5d2cd_b.jpg)

1992 Hurstbourne Tarrant AKA Uphusband - Mrs d thinking how COOL is that Campag aero water bottle
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eml1909 on 06 September, 2011, 04:15:45 pm
(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6122.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6121.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6120.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6124.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6123.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 September, 2011, 05:56:21 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 06 September, 2011, 03:04:28 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 September, 2011, 10:30:48 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 04 September, 2011, 04:15:04 pm
There's something quite/very perverse about that photo  :P
It's the way the bar ends are drooping. They perked up when I got out my allen key.

I thought that was one of those freebie vibrators they chuck in when you ordered that stuff from Anne Summers - mind you they don't last any longer than the Wiggle gums. Allegedly  ;)

As I think it's probably time to re-orientate the post back to bikes - are trikes allowed?

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6199/6119945297_7be7d5d2cd_b.jpg)

1992 Hurstbourne Tarrant AKA Uphusband - Mrs d thinking how COOL is that Campag aero water bottle
The whole vehiculum is cool. And you've found some incredibly pretty cottage to photograph it outside - were there chocolates inside?

But... you want, quite rightly, to re-orientate the post back to bikes, and then you call your tandem "Uphusband"?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 10 September, 2011, 07:38:11 pm
A self rearranging bike.. unfortunately.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6177/6133214143_194b849062.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133214143/)
IMG_0144 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133214143/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr

A gory close up.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6169/6133217215_2908c84b12.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133217215/)
IMG_0147 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133217215/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 September, 2011, 07:40:39 pm
That's failed in an interesting way.  I bet that's what you said when it happened: 'By Jove, I bet something really interesting has just happened!'.  Or words to that effect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 10 September, 2011, 07:46:04 pm
I'm no expert, as many on here will attest to, but Dr DM, sir, I don't believe it came out of the factory looking like that :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 10 September, 2011, 08:04:57 pm
I always carry a few cable ties for this sort of thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 September, 2011, 08:11:41 pm
Quote from: Moose on 10 September, 2011, 08:04:57 pm
I always carry a few cable ties for this sort of thing.

I think you'll find only gaffer tape can fix that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 10 September, 2011, 08:18:05 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 September, 2011, 07:40:39 pm
That's failed in an interesting way.  I bet that's what you said when it happened: 'By Jove, I bet something really interesting has just happened!'.  Or words to that effect.

Yes often quoted in shorthand as FFS or Failure of Fettling System, This can often be heared very loudly in the highways and byways of rural shire.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 10 September, 2011, 08:22:00 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 10 September, 2011, 07:38:11 pm
A self rearranging bike.. unfortunately.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6177/6133214143_194b849062.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133214143/)
IMG_0144 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133214143/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr

A gory close up.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6169/6133217215_2908c84b12.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133217215/)
IMG_0147 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/6133217215/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr

A new Single-Speed is born
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 10 September, 2011, 08:30:42 pm
Chains a bit slack
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 10 September, 2011, 09:17:39 pm
I will admit to being remiss and not having either a spare inner tube, nor a chain tool with me (but could probably have bludgeoned the chain apart and used the speedlink to single speed it.) However, the careful application of a petition to international rescue soon brought respite.

My thoughts were: "That's strange." Followed by a frantic attempt to spin a non-connecting drivetrain. "I am going sideways and I'm not going to get my foot out in time"
"ouch!"
"Why did it slip?"
"That won't buff out.."

I then proceeded to post pics on facebook and twitter before calling for help.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 September, 2011, 08:19:06 pm
How did it happen though? Did it just fail through stress or was there an impact? Or what? Definitely an interesting failure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 11 September, 2011, 09:35:43 pm
I don't know. I think it may have been an accumulation of skog on the rear mech, a worn chain and bad luck. In low gears there is very little tension on the chain.

I must go and fit the new one before the morning so I can ride to work.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 September, 2011, 09:10:43 pm
Custard The Other Genesis in 'winter tourer' mode ... not quite finished, but still rideable.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6086/6153918364_7ef4c45394_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/)
P1000474 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 September, 2011, 09:19:22 pm
Quote from: eml1909 on 06 September, 2011, 04:15:45 pm
(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff504/eml1909/DSC_6121.jpg)

Tidy :-)

What Condor model is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 18 September, 2011, 07:27:25 pm
Not exactly mine, I hired it for 5 days in Sardinia earlier in the month

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/07092011336.jpg)

A Scott Speedster S20 from Ichnusa Bikes in Cagliari

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 18 September, 2011, 07:38:28 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 September, 2011, 09:10:43 pm
Custard The Other Genesis in 'winter tourer' mode ... not quite finished, but still rideable.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6086/6153918364_7ef4c45394_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/)
P1000474 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Whats left to do, if I may ask?

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 18 September, 2011, 08:36:30 pm
Quote from: Frere on 18 September, 2011, 07:38:28 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 September, 2011, 09:10:43 pm
Custard The Other Genesis in 'winter tourer' mode ... not quite finished, but still rideable.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6086/6153918364_7ef4c45394_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/)
P1000474 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6153918364/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Whats left to do, if I may ask?

Frere
Lighting, or more specifically, the mountings for same - I have the lights, but no appropriate brackets, since the Genesis has 31.8mm bars. A quick trip to the LBS yesterday sorted that out, as well as a suitable adapter plate for mounting a light on the rear rack (it's a Tortec rack, so the drillings aren't at the right centres for Cateye lights). I've also removed the SQR bracket and put it onto my Surly MTB pro tem.

All sorted now, bar a little bit of tweaking of the riding position and application of more yellow reflective tape :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 24 September, 2011, 05:45:46 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0086.jpg)

Not mine, but I spent the after noon helping my mate fit new tyres, guards and rack to his new this morning Surly cross check.

I thought you'd like to see it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 24 September, 2011, 06:49:28 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 24 September, 2011, 05:45:46 pm
I thought you'd like to see it.

You're not wrong.  That looks absolutely super.  I'd love to get me a Crosscheck frame and kit it out with internal hub gears, but otherwise very similar to that.  For the time being I'll content myself with getting some nicer mudguards!  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 26 September, 2011, 06:40:18 am
Very nice bloomers.  Will we be seeing the bike and it's owner out on one of our jaunts?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 September, 2011, 07:29:26 am
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010007-2.jpg)

At last I have gotten around to getting a decent picture of the InBred, taken by Torslanda at Lancaster station, prior to us (myself and tiptop) heading off on the Way of the Roses.

Quick spec run down:
On-One InBred 29er 19" in Apple Sauce green.
OnOne 29er wheels, Schwalbe Big Apple tyres (for on road use, I have a set of Conti Race Kings for off-road use)
Avid BB7 Road disc brakes
Tiagra Shifters
Ultegra front mech
105 rear mech
RaceFace Evolve X-Type chainset
Sram PC-1050 chain
Charge Spoon saddle
Easton ea-50 bars
two layer of bar tape on the tops
Planet-X 80mm stem
Cane Creek Crosstop levers
PD-M520A pedals (the single sided touring one)
Cheap (£9.99) Aldi rack, as it was the one I found fitted the bike the best.

Just awaiting the Planetbike Cascadia mudguards to arrive from the state and the LX dynohub to arrive at the LBS and it will be pretty much complete.

Impressions after doing >300 miles on it are very favourable, it goes low enough for all but the worst hills (and that is more a function of my ability than it's) and goes fast enough on the downhills for me to need the discs (in fact I think I may just have glazed the pads having gone down Greenhow hill on Saturday, in the dark, whilst dragging the brakes, I was tired, it was dark, very dark and I needed food).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 26 September, 2011, 11:10:25 am
Very nice, what's the fork on it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 September, 2011, 11:14:26 am
Quote from: PaulF on 26 September, 2011, 11:10:25 am
Very nice, what's the fork on it?

the one thing I missed off the spec! On-One 29er carbon fork.  It is nice, smoothes out ridges nicely (especially those horrible long runs of ripples that hurt your hands eventually).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 26 September, 2011, 09:53:33 pm
Here she is in all her finery.  The new addition to my pack.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/045.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 26 September, 2011, 09:56:50 pm
Quote from: pixieannie on 26 September, 2011, 09:53:33 pm
Here she is in all her finery.  The new addition to my pack.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/045.jpg)

Whats left to fettle on the very nice looking bike? pedals perchance? what make is it? it is distinctive in a good looking way.

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 26 September, 2011, 10:21:55 pm
Pedals will be fitted on the morrow.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/060.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/019-1.jpg)

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/013.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 September, 2011, 10:57:45 pm
That's wonderful!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 26 September, 2011, 11:01:51 pm
Goodness - where *did* you find that, Annie?  It's beautiful!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 26 September, 2011, 11:06:42 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 26 September, 2011, 11:01:51 pm
Goodness - where *did* you find that, Annie?  It's beautiful!
It was a present.  We picked it up this morning, from a couple who live in France but have a second home here in England.  I love her to bits.

She's ready to ride, unlike my Ondet Mixte, who will probably remain a carpet Princess, once she is restored and built.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 27 September, 2011, 07:39:56 am
Very beautiful indeed, may I wish you two many happy miles together.

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 27 September, 2011, 08:03:17 am
Quote from: pixieannie on 26 September, 2011, 09:53:33 pm
Here she is in all her finery.  The new addition to my pack.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/045.jpg)

Thats really really nice :thumbsup:

 I have some old steel cage pedals somewhere if you need them and thats what youre thinking of fitting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 12:28:05 pm
Majorca 2011.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6188131105_4539604767.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/)
Colnago C50 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/) by spm2504 (http://www.flickr.com/people/steve_gt/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 27 September, 2011, 02:37:57 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 12:28:05 pm
Majorca 2011.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6188131105_4539604767.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/)
Colnago C50 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/) by spm2504 (http://www.flickr.com/people/steve_gt/), on Flickr

What a bag of crap!!!


Only kidding, thats gorgeous. ;D I dont normally like black rims , but those wheels are just right . lovely
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 27 September, 2011, 02:47:29 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 12:28:05 pm
Majorca 2011.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6188131105_4539604767.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/)
Colnago C50 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/) by spm2504 (http://www.flickr.com/people/steve_gt/), on Flickr

Bet it is slow with that great big bit of Armco attached to it....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 September, 2011, 02:49:00 pm
Oh yes!  :thumbsup:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4321964631_7a2f5c27d1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14289721@N03/4321964631/)
IMG_1592 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14289721@N03/4321964631/) by rhys_caerdydd (http://www.flickr.com/people/14289721@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 03:38:27 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 27 September, 2011, 02:49:00 pm
Oh yes!  :thumbsup:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4321964631_7a2f5c27d1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14289721@N03/4321964631/)
IMG_1592 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14289721@N03/4321964631/) by rhys_caerdydd (http://www.flickr.com/people/14289721@N03/), on Flickr
Needs a better set of wheels! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 27 September, 2011, 03:53:06 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 03:38:27 pm
Needs a better set of wheels! ;)

You're just jealous because someone's nicked half the spokes from yours 8).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 September, 2011, 04:09:45 pm
You won't get much better than Record hubs... and I appreciate being able to ride home if I break a spoke, instead of waiting for 3 hours in the middle of nowhere for someone to come and get me. Happens quite often on our clubruns these days!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 05:23:37 pm
Did not realise they were record hubs. I take it back! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 28 September, 2011, 09:57:37 am
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8xXdCDlaniI/ToJKM8uZevI/AAAAAAAAEZo/wtB_P4fFOsQ/s640/D7K_8602.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-NgZkLmTkZiI/ToJKVrd_U0I/AAAAAAAAEZ0/aGPu8LoMOio/s640/D7K_8609.jpg)

More pictures and some words here. (http://www.velopoly.com/?p=1140)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 September, 2011, 10:06:36 am
Badass Brommie! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 28 September, 2011, 10:10:06 am
Nice!  :thumbsup:

I think I now know what I'll be buying with my next CycleScheme voucher.  Shame I have to wait another 11 months.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 28 September, 2011, 01:27:33 pm
Lovely brompty.

Wish I had bought the raw lacquer one when I got mine. Next one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 28 September, 2011, 07:06:43 pm
I almost wish I had a train commute so I could justify buying a Brompton.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 September, 2011, 08:04:07 pm
Folding filth.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 28 September, 2011, 08:24:37 pm
I really need one of those, preferably an S2L
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 September, 2011, 10:04:45 pm
That is so cool.....wearing shades at dusk.  Brooks grips would finish the brompton off a treat IMO  8)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 September, 2011, 10:18:16 pm
Very nice Charlotte! Will look fab racing around Blenheim (and perhaps Smithfield?).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 September, 2011, 10:58:24 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 28 September, 2011, 07:06:43 pm
I almost wish I had a train commute so I could justify buying a Brompton.  :thumbsup:

This.

Good stuff  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 29 September, 2011, 02:13:49 am
Oooh that looks very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 September, 2011, 08:48:39 am
HAWT!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 29 September, 2011, 08:56:01 am

I've just read your blog and seen the close up pictures, and I must say that's pure bike porn Charlotte  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2011, 02:11:46 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 September, 2011, 08:48:39 am
HAWT!

Aye, but what about the Brompton?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 September, 2011, 05:15:11 pm
Cheer up Luv
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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 29 September, 2011, 11:19:33 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 27 September, 2011, 12:28:05 pm
Majorca 2011.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6188131105_4539604767.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/)
Colnago C50 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_gt/6188131105/) by spm2504 (http://www.flickr.com/people/steve_gt/), on Flickr

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/215536_10150167634403399_770548398_6694706_1542712_n.jpg)

Also Majorca 2011
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 September, 2011, 12:48:38 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 September, 2011, 02:11:46 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 September, 2011, 08:48:39 am
HAWT!

Aye, but what about the Brompton?

OK! OK! You got me . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 30 September, 2011, 04:33:26 pm
The old MTB once more, this time out for a blast yesterday evening, trying to get in as much as possible before the sun set on a scorcher of a penultimate September evening.

You'll notice in the background, what must be in many eyes, the jewel of the south coast, Newhaven. Here she begins to twinkle with early-evening lights, to beckon, beguile and bewitch. I though, must turn my back on her and continue to Black Cap…

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/View-over-Newhavenv2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: francisbarton on 30 September, 2011, 08:30:06 pm
Quote from: David Martin on 10 September, 2011, 07:38:11 pm
A self rearranging bike.. unfortunately.
...

Reminds me of when I did this: https://plus.google.com/photos/103085536075877259827/albums/5333178178352807073
Broken spoke went into the rear mech as I remember. This was 5 years ago.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 01 October, 2011, 07:49:29 am
My stable, just about all of it, barring the fixie and the Inbred (I CBA to get the fixie off the rack and the Inbred is still awaiting the return of it's front wheel :( )

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ueztnTAiT4I/ToXb87Y1DzI/AAAAAAAABNY/9Vaw-67Aq1M/s720/DSC_0001.JPG)

Scot Yacora, for sale soon.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TytqHT_g77E/ToXcrnqXUtI/AAAAAAAABNg/FcHexF3YGOU/s720/DSC_0005.JPG)

The summer bike, has seen the most use this week

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xY5m56o4UVA/ToXd_sPf63I/AAAAAAAABN4/CTcSBfprdqk/s512/DSC_0011.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-_Gj-nKMwanQ/ToXgAliIFfI/AAAAAAAABOg/HTV5RWVATUk/s720/DSC_0021.JPG)

The Saracen, another for sale (although proabably in bits rather than a whole)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-WLsaUj2KlEA/ToXhPZV6TxI/AAAAAAAABO0/Zwm8na8YLLs/s720/DSC_0026.JPG)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QsmaHXMdYMU/ToXiG-v-FtI/AAAAAAAABPE/Z2mNifHyDfo/s720/DSC_0029.JPG)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--uVfOmrNTCw/ToXiEp-RcPI/AAAAAAAABPA/yb1batY210E/s720/DSC_0030.JPG)

The Ridley, most definately NOT for sale :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 04 October, 2011, 12:18:48 pm
Quote from: Moose on 29 September, 2011, 11:19:33 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/215536_10150167634403399_770548398_6694706_1542712_n.jpg)

Also Majorca 2011
Was the photo taken on that lovely road between Campenet and Pollenca golf club?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 04 October, 2011, 01:09:02 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 30 September, 2011, 04:33:26 pm
You'll notice in the background, what must be in many eyes, the jewel of the south coast, Newhaven. Here she begins to twinkle with early-evening lights, to beckon, beguile and bewitch.

Having spent an afternoon fossil hunting on the beach there, my 5 year old bequeathed it the epithet Poohaven.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 04 October, 2011, 10:18:27 pm
Quote from: Steve GT on 04 October, 2011, 12:18:48 pm
Quote from: Moose on 29 September, 2011, 11:19:33 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/215536_10150167634403399_770548398_6694706_1542712_n.jpg)

Also Majorca 2011
Was the photo taken on that lovely road between Campenet and Pollenca golf club?

Indeed it was, lovely road. And the way we took on many days out including the obligatory ascent to Lluc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 05 October, 2011, 09:55:50 am
Quote from: Moose on 04 October, 2011, 10:18:27 pm
Indeed it was, lovely road. And the way we took on many days out including the obligatory ascent to Lluc.

A favourite of mine as well. Most my rides when I visit there will include that road.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 06 October, 2011, 03:05:40 pm
"This is not a Brompton"

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/Brompton.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 06 October, 2011, 03:08:06 pm
I LOLed.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 06 October, 2011, 03:16:04 pm
High Art  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 06 October, 2011, 03:17:10 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 06 October, 2011, 03:16:04 pm
High Art  ;D
Indeed.
Just out of interest, does the SQR bracket affect the foldability much?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 06 October, 2011, 03:19:05 pm
Ha. pipe out  :-D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 06 October, 2011, 03:24:46 pm
Quote from: interzen on 06 October, 2011, 03:17:10 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 06 October, 2011, 03:16:04 pm
High Art  ;D
Indeed.
Just out of interest, does the SQR bracket affect the foldability much?


No. The T-shirt folds in the normal way. Thanks for asking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 06 October, 2011, 03:26:20 pm
Quote from: interzen on 06 October, 2011, 03:17:10 pm
Just out of interest, does the SQR bracket affect the foldability much?

No, not at all.  The (extended in my case) seatpost goes back in as far as the block and that's enough to stop the whole shemozzle unfolding when you pick it up.  Might be more critical with the standard length seatpost, I don't know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 06 October, 2011, 03:31:08 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 06 October, 2011, 03:26:20 pm
Quote from: interzen on 06 October, 2011, 03:17:10 pm
Just out of interest, does the SQR bracket affect the foldability much?

No, not at all.  The (extended in my case) seatpost goes back in as far as the block and that's enough to stop the whole shemozzle unfolding when you pick it up.  Might be more critical with the standard length seatpost, I don't know.
Hmm. Interesting.
Very interesting, especially considering that I'd need the extended seat post anyway.

This train of thought has absolutely nothing to do with the fact that an LBS has an orange Brompton on display. Oh my, no.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 06 October, 2011, 04:06:40 pm
Quote from: Charlotte on 28 September, 2011, 09:57:37 am
More pictures and some words here. (http://www.velopoly.com/?p=1140)

Just seen this.  Ver' nice  :)  (not envious - oh no  ;))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 06 October, 2011, 04:42:56 pm
Quote
This train of thought has absolutely nothing to do with the fact that an LBS has an orange Brompton on display. Oh my, no.

Put the card down and step away from the LBS!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 06 October, 2011, 04:50:43 pm
fixie, reassembled yesterday:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CDMeCL46BHk/To3E7fDkcEI/AAAAAAAABgk/nGCtpnkECEY/s640/IMGP0669.jpg)

not a "proper" one, but works fine, dead straight chainline, good wheels (mavic a719 rims on mavic 501/505 hubs with ss db tied spokes), smooth and quiet. frame i think is raleigh flyer with decals taken off. drivetrain is 1/8" 48x18 with 28mm tyres giving ~72" gear.
paintjob is tatty, but not worth respraying. next thing i will change is foam grips instead of handlebar tape and order a chaintug to eliminate the possibility of axle slip.

few more pics (https://picasaweb.google.com/zigzag510/FlyerFixie?authkey=Gv1sRgCIOC7O6Ilrb0IQ#)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 06 October, 2011, 08:46:19 pm
Got rid of the cannondale frame for £138

Picked up this for the princely sum of £150

(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SAM_1268.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 06 October, 2011, 08:47:12 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 06 October, 2011, 03:05:40 pm
"This is not a Brompton"

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/Brompton.jpg)

Nice choice of urban hedges. Cool lighting and fill in flash

+ Attitude with pipe!  :)

How does that seat post not give concern to delicates?

Is there a kink in the top/low tube?  ;D

A friend of mine has just bought a Brompton - hopefully I will be allowed a try!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 07 October, 2011, 01:41:42 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/281544_10150276476798399_770548398_7578627_1009386_n.jpg)

Champsecret, Normandy. Semaine Federal 2011.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 07 October, 2011, 01:48:15 pm
Quote from: finch on 06 October, 2011, 08:46:19 pm
Got rid of the cannondale frame for £138

Picked up this for the princely sum of £150

(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SAM_1268.jpg)

Result!

The wheels are worth that, bring, I guess 6600 SL ones
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 07 October, 2011, 07:26:44 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 07 October, 2011, 01:48:15 pm
Quote from: finch on 06 October, 2011, 08:46:19 pm
Got rid of the cannondale frame for £138

Picked up this for the princely sum of £150

(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/SAM_1268.jpg)

Result!

The wheels are worth that, bring, I guess 6600 SL ones


It was only the frame I got for that price , The kit was already on the cannondale . Wheels are 6700 but I'm not convinced by their look but love the quiet freewheel and gunmetal hubs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 October, 2011, 07:17:47 am
My new Winter training bike, assembled very slowly over the past 6 weeks in the hope that the longer I took to finish it, the longer it would take for the weather to turn bad  ;D

What started as a project to swap components from a very old GT ZR4000 F&F to the shiny new one became a bit more that I anticipated. In the end, the only components that survived close inspection and deemed worthy of making the relocation were the saddle, seatpost, handlebar, pedals, tyres, tubes and bottle cages!

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6222340772_3b646e009a.jpg)

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6043/6222340774_61b264d789.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 October, 2011, 07:36:47 am
I asked for the rear clip to be deleted on my Brompton and have never regretted it, but then I never have to carry it up flights of stairs when it's unfolded.  I can see it being vaguely useful if you get the train into St Pancras or something, where the lifts never work.

I'm still trying to find a matched FW spring set so I can get it going as a 4-speed.  Currently second gear won't hold because the springs are from hubs of different generations, and Old Bike Trader didn't have the correct ones.  I might have to buy a rusty FW and cannibalise it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 08 October, 2011, 11:58:14 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 08 October, 2011, 07:17:47 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6222340772_3b646e009a.jpg)

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6043/6222340774_61b264d789.jpg)

Very, very nice. Those frames look lovely, and very light for the money.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 October, 2011, 02:23:21 pm
Just got back from my first ride on it. A 70 mile round trip to Zappi's in Oxford. It rides very well indeed and I'm finally rid of mudguard-rub caused by squeezing them into my previous frame that was never designed with the necessary clearance  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 09 October, 2011, 04:39:22 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 October, 2011, 07:36:47 am
I asked for the rear clip to be deleted on my Brompton

I've got one of the optional turny roundy ones on my new one.  I always keep it disengaged.  Park mode is one of the best features of the Brommie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2011, 06:31:32 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0028.jpg)

Far from new.  Far from shiny.  But a good friend.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0029.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0031.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 09 October, 2011, 07:58:20 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/310458_10150347260173399_770548398_8070564_722596103_n.jpg)

Bike No 4, needs to get dirty.
And get rid of them wheel reflectors.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 09 October, 2011, 08:04:58 pm
Need to get out of the granny ring too  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 09 October, 2011, 08:09:00 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 09 October, 2011, 08:04:58 pm
Need to get out of the granny ring too  ;)

Ahh yes, well spotted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 10 October, 2011, 01:24:18 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 08 October, 2011, 11:58:14 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 08 October, 2011, 07:17:47 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6222340772_3b646e009a.jpg)



Very, very nice. Those frames look lovely, and very light for the money.

Lovely.

Did you molish the mudguard flaps yourself?  Tidy job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 10 October, 2011, 03:44:20 pm
N+1 is finally finished, 1988 Peugeot Galibier.

Before:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/Peugeot%20Galibier/IMG_2990.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/Peugeot%20Galibier/IMG_2991.jpg)

After:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/Peugeot%20Galibier/IMG_3042.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/Peugeot%20Galibier/IMG_3045.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/matt_J/Peugeot%20Galibier/IMG_3046.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 10 October, 2011, 03:46:16 pm
VERY nice Doosh, are yousure it is the same bike? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 10 October, 2011, 03:48:53 pm
Lovely job Doosh, who painted the frame for you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 10 October, 2011, 04:34:55 pm
Local powder coaters did the frame and forks, same one that did the white jalopy MTB. It's not a bad finish for £30, although I asked for silver but there's not much metallic sparkle to it so in pictures it looks grey. I wouldn't have a nice/expensive frame coated I'd give them a proper enamelled job, but seeing as I don't have any nice/expensive bikes it's kind of irrelevant  :P

I'm pretty happy with it as it hasn't cost me that much, I just wanted something lighter and better suited to shorter/faster riding than the jalopy. Just need to ride the damn thing now!

I seem to actually enjoy the stripping, fettling, rebuilding more than the bloody riding  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 10 October, 2011, 05:28:53 pm
Nice to see some period components on it (apart from the pedals!) I'll let you off on the Cuissi Inox, because that looks ike it could have existed in 1988.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Doosh on 10 October, 2011, 05:34:34 pm
Thanks Rhys. Yeah I suppose I could have sourced some period pedals but I built it more for riding than an accurate recreation of a retro bike, it's not really of high enough quality (Only Reynolds 501) to go to town with. Hence the new brakes also.

BTW that helicopter tape is awesome stuff, thanks for the heads up  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 10 October, 2011, 06:41:47 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 10 October, 2011, 01:24:18 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 08 October, 2011, 11:58:14 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 08 October, 2011, 07:17:47 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6222340772_3b646e009a.jpg)



Very, very nice. Those frames look lovely, and very light for the money.

Lovely.

Did you molish the mudguard flaps yourself?  Tidy job.

They came courtesy of a friend who makes carbon parts for very, very fast cars and often has off-cuts lying around. Two holes and a zip-tie later and they're saved from carbon fibre heaven for a few years at least.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ajc on 12 October, 2011, 11:19:46 pm
Thought I would show my bikes, this is my "nice" bike, which is getting old but is still a fantastic ride

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6048/6222255799_df4efc12ca_z.jpg)

This is my commute bike, the picture was taken just before I did LEJOG, it has been my commute bike for a few years now

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6102/6222255543_e96bb8cc65_z.jpg)

I've just started using the fixie for commuting, it's an old Peugeot 501 frame and the rest is mostly bits I had in the garage

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6222772422_a82a6176d8_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 13 October, 2011, 01:58:34 pm
At last, the InBred as I am happy with (for now)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-M3ApCzicS2o/Tpbc0sT_4eI/AAAAAAAABPY/rI5f9JWjiso/s1152/DSC_0036.JPG)

The 'guards and the rear light mounting:

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-kfSkwoFw7wM/TpbdY6aLaJI/AAAAAAAABP4/cbOsAjd4Ikg/s1152/DSC_0037.JPG)

Front light mount, not that clear because of the light switch:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4j5NuS8QA30/TpbdXfoBojI/AAAAAAAABPw/VEiht_QiCj0/s1152/DSC_0038.JPG)

And the all important head tube badge :)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-b4pHGDY67U4/Tpbdu-qLo_I/AAAAAAAABQI/N9n0-wppODg/s1152/DSC_0041.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 October, 2011, 11:31:46 pm
Nice bike! Do you find those rear lights any good? I had one - it looks like the same model - but had to get rid of it when it failed totally due to water ingress.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 October, 2011, 11:43:25 pm
Quote from: Moose on 09 October, 2011, 07:58:20 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/310458_10150347260173399_770548398_8070564_722596103_n.jpg)

Excellent camo!  :thumbsup:

If you'd left the tyres off it would've been pretty much invisible against that background . . .

IGMC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 October, 2011, 02:29:40 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 13 October, 2011, 11:31:46 pm
Nice bike! Do you find those rear lights any good? I had one - it looks like the same model - but had to get rid of it when it failed totally due to water ingress.

Not had any problems with them - There is one on Mrs T's Raleigh, and of those two on the InBred, one has been used widely on commuter bikes over the last couple of years, and the other was bought new last year to fit to an N+1 accident :)

Incidentally they are Cateye lights, just mounted sideways.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 October, 2011, 02:31:43 pm
Mine was also a Cateye. I reckon what did for it was not riding in the rain but being rained on overnight consistently.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 24 October, 2011, 01:53:53 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6276483694_343dc5ed30_b.jpg)

The rural winter shopper just out on it's first running in period on Schwalbe Marathon Winter studded tryes - what a bleedin' racket - you'll always ride alone with spikes!!

Mid 90's Marin Bear Valley frame bought for £40 - then chucked on what was needed.

Still to make a bracket for a B&M Toplight rear lamp to fit the Blackburn rack and add another Smart to the seat post.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6275960649_a4f93df4c8_b.jpg)

The strange looking salmon couloured bar grips are colour co-ordinated with the front Kool Stop salmon pads  8)

7 speed real cheap  Shimano cassete from Rose in Germany - run by NOS XT Thumbshifters! - Which annoy the hell out of a chum as I wouldn't accept his offer of £50 for them - he's a retro kinda chap who just needs some XT thumbies to complete his dream machine  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rower40 on 27 October, 2011, 06:11:04 pm
I re-wired the Orange Bling yesterday.

This shows most of the wiring:
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/2011%20N%20plus%201/PICT0932.jpg)
The problem with using a flash is that the retro-reflective bits shine up unfeasibly brightly, causing the general Orangeness to be somewhat swamped.

The dangling zip-tie is a releasable one, used to hold the battery pack in place on the stem; to its left is the quick-release battery connector.
The battery pack on the stem is shown here:
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/2011%20N%20plus%201/PICT0936.jpg)

This view shows the now de-cluttered back end (where the 12V Lead-Acid battery used to be), and gives a hint of the Orangeosity of frame, cables, wires and zip-ties.
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm63/rower40/2011%20N%20plus%201/PICT0934.jpg)

Only a single front and rear light (the independent emergency ones don't count), slightly less *FREAKIN' LAZER*ness, but much lighter, much simpler, and hugely-extended burn time - nominally 15 hours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 October, 2011, 06:56:57 pm
Nice.  What's the pingfuckit rating of those battery holders?  I expect we'll find out on Saturday, hopefully not in the *clunk* *sproing* *splosh* "Bugger!" sense.  Needs some sort of enclosure, I reckon.  Do they make condoms in luminous ORANGE?   ;D

I reckon you'd be able to use a 5-cell NiMH pack and stay in-spec for the B&M stuff (if the Cyo manual's anything to go by; it states 7.5V absolute max for DC).  I suppose that would mean a 6-cell holder with a dummy cell, and presumably significantly more charging faff, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rower40 on 27 October, 2011, 07:19:28 pm
Quote from: Kim on 27 October, 2011, 06:56:57 pm
What's the pingfuckit rating of those battery holders?
I was wondering about the 4xAA holders that have the four cells in a square (when seen from above).  That would allow the releasable zip-tie to restrain all the cells.  Those holders are cheap-as-CMOS4000series, so I may treat myself to a few.  The recharging is likely to be a faff however I look at it, as I'm using a forum-recommended Techno-Line BL700 charger, which needs the cells to be loaded separately.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 October, 2011, 07:23:51 pm
Quote from: rower40 on 27 October, 2011, 07:19:28 pm
cheap-as-CMOS4000series

Badoom, and indeed, tish.   :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 28 October, 2011, 08:22:47 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_0429.jpg)

'JESS' out on 65k jollie to Offham today, after finished fettling with seat height, bar height, front light mounting, computer /bell repositioning etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 October, 2011, 08:30:40 pm
That's a proper looking bike that is
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 October, 2011, 10:26:06 pm
That's a proper way of putting it!

looks good in red, too. Neither flash nor drab.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 28 October, 2011, 10:30:01 pm
  Lovely looking bike. Especially the little fella on the front light. What is he called?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 October, 2011, 02:02:30 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_0413.jpg)

'IT' hasn't got a name. Its got no trousers on, and cant see any evidence either way :facepalm: so it maybe a he!
any way its the troll with no name, or neandertroll. looks a bit like Iggy Pop in the insurance advert.  Not so much him, but the ugly little fekker that sits on his shoulder. Shall we pass it over to members of the audiance to name him. i must say iggy's not a bad starter for 10.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 October, 2011, 04:06:35 pm
Stig - of the dump, of course - failing that, Barney.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 29 October, 2011, 04:45:35 pm
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/GruuB/P1070758.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 29 October, 2011, 05:39:40 pm
With hair like that I'm opting for Tina or Donk (Don King) :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 29 October, 2011, 05:44:19 pm
Sorry, Grub, I bypassed your post - nice bike btw ....but saddle is a little nose high!  Looks painful, but combined with the steep rise stem, it looks like quite an upright riding position?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 30 October, 2011, 10:20:40 am
Saddle looks high but it doesn't feel like that when I am on it.
The stem is bog standard.  Nothing steep about it at all.  Must be an optical illusion.
When I relax my lower back I can get into a lovely aero tuck position.  I certainly wouldn't want the bars any lower.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 October, 2011, 10:52:48 am
Quote from: LEE on 28 October, 2011, 08:30:40 pm
That's a proper looking bike that is

I agree.  Elegant, purposeful and clearly very well thought out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 30 October, 2011, 12:35:36 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/lisset.jpg)

The Holdsworth at Lisset this morning
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 30 October, 2011, 01:44:19 pm
that is a classic, so nice to see pics of bikes 'out and about' as opposed to 'oop against t'garden wall' luverly colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 30 October, 2011, 02:20:00 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WAaDfQ3sSaY/Tq0fSgE9PgI/AAAAAAAABTg/tY7rQI1m3jw/s640/IMAG0549.jpg)

Mike's (and formerly Noodley's) Tricross S/S is now mine. Ordered a 17T sprocket and lockring (for 67" - I've a spinner not a grinder), a Pedros Trixie tool, and a set of SKS Longboard 'guards. Hoping to keep my geared bike tucked up for the winter. Had a go on Mike's Pomp' when I picked it up, which was my first go at riding a fixed gear bike. The back end hopped up once or twice, but definitely got a taste of the 1 live gear vs 27 dead gears thing. I've also got a pair of Marathon Winter's coming so snow and ice won't keep me from riding.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 October, 2011, 11:29:16 am
Having in the past spent what I now consider to have been stupidly large amounts of money on bikes, I am heading to the other extreme. Hence my 1992 Sareacen TuffTrax Elite in Tange Double-butted. Even though the bike itself cost me only 45 quid, cables and brake blocks, new tyres, a rack and 'bags (the last two absolute bargains on th' 'bay) have taken the total to £85 (and that excludes the 'grds that I already had on the shelf!).

The frame is a bit scruffy externally, but was clean and dry as new inside, so I guess less than a ton is not bad going. The frame rides very nicely indeed. There's a possibility that I'll have a grand to splash in next month or so and I've spent hours looking at potential "one last really nice bike" buys. Can't find anything that looks to be worth anything like 10x the Tufty!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/TuftyComp2.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/TuftyComp3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 31 October, 2011, 04:11:27 pm
Are Sareacen and GT linked in any way, or were they back in 92?  Thats a very GT looking frame
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 31 October, 2011, 04:42:15 pm
Very nice oncemore!  In my humble opinion you can't beat a hardtail MTB frame, they morph into all sorts of bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 October, 2011, 05:36:38 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 31 October, 2011, 04:11:27 pm
Are Sareacen and GT linked in any way, or were they back in 92?  Thats a very GT looking frame
Weren't GT using the triple triangle back in 92?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 31 October, 2011, 06:03:26 pm
I had a Saracen "Eiger", ca 1994, that had the top tube extending slightly behind the seat tube, just like oncemore's. IIRC, the GT had a much more pronounced open triangle at the seat tube cluster.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 31 October, 2011, 06:31:09 pm
Saracen used the pierced seat/top tube on a few models for some years. Three out of my 4 have the same design. Those towards the top of the range late '80s-early '90s make an excellent base for multi-purpose bikes (altho' the TuffTy is all original - except pedals, saddle and tyres). Not especially sort after and thus about the best VFM out there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 November, 2011, 01:41:56 pm
Quote from: oncemore on 31 October, 2011, 11:29:16 am
Having in the past spent what I now consider to have been stupidly large amounts of money on bikes, I am heading to the other extreme. Hence my 1992 Sareacen TuffTrax Elite in Tange Double-butted. Even though the bike itself cost me only 45 quid, cables and brake blocks, new tyres, a rack and 'bags (the last two absolute bargains on th' 'bay) have taken the total to £85 (and that excludes the 'grds that I already had on the shelf!).

The frame is a bit scruffy externally, but was clean and dry as new inside, so I guess less than a ton is not bad going. The frame rides very nicely indeed. There's a possibility that I'll have a grand to splash in next month or so and I've spent hours looking at potential "one last really nice bike" buys. Can't find anything that looks to be worth anything like 10x the Tufty!

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/TuftyComp2.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p56/wasnti/Bikes/TuftyComp3.jpg)

I have the "Hardtrax" from 1995 with the (desirable) Tange CroMo frame.  They make superb touring/camping bikes because they are relatively long wheel-based compared to modern MTBs (more classic looking)

Lovely comfy ride (especially on 26x2.0" Marathons)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 04 November, 2011, 08:33:42 pm
This one is indeed a "Lovely comfy ride" - even more so than my other, more "competition" oriemtated, two early '90s Kilis (Tange Prestige) and the late '90s Kili in Reynolds 853.  (And I have the same tyres on the Tufty and 1 of the Kilis to aid the coparison!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 05 November, 2011, 05:09:09 pm
Audax bike with new bits fitted,a Super C Barley and Fibreflare!

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6036/6315560548_a07ce87080_z.jpg)

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6099/6315561428_1e1c0fb590_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 05 November, 2011, 10:07:14 pm
Ah - I'd been bending my fibreflare so that the hooks caught around the straps. I'll be stealing your idea and putting zipties through the buckles on my Nelson.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 06 November, 2011, 09:32:46 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-wbDxTAnqqdE/TrY9VpeGKDI/AAAAAAAABbo/Z7RtxBBxAXg/s640/IMAG0567.jpg)

Fitted some cheap folding Michelin Pilot Sports (700c x 35, similar to Marathon Racers), SKS Longboards, a bagman, and gone fixed (67"). The Longboards are really lovely,
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 November, 2011, 04:55:10 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 05 November, 2011, 10:07:14 pm
Ah - I'd been bending my fibreflare so that the hooks caught around the straps. I'll be stealing your idea and putting zipties through the buckles on my Nelson.

My plan is to get two small black spring clips or karabiners and zip tie them to the fibreflare so I can move it around between barleys, or still use the pen clips.

I've ridden it now and decided the light brushing of the rear thigh with the barley there will annoy me after a while, so I've changed the seatpost and put a bagman on today! :-)  It actually looks a lot better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 07 November, 2011, 07:51:06 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 05 November, 2011, 05:09:09 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6036/6315560548_a07ce87080_z.jpg)

Love the colour  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 07 November, 2011, 09:00:45 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 07 November, 2011, 07:51:06 pm
Love the colour  :thumbsup:

Ferrari red, number 34!  :thumbsup:

http://www.argoscycles.com/www/colours.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 09 November, 2011, 02:38:25 pm
..And following the failed bagmanless experiment, fitted with a new (OK, spares box) seatpin and bagman.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6042/6329145706_154e69eb6f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 09 November, 2011, 02:57:39 pm
 could do with a little tidy up there Tewdric  ::-)

Loving that red though, very striking
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 09 November, 2011, 03:03:23 pm
Quote from: MacB on 09 November, 2011, 02:57:39 pm
could do with a little tidy up there Tewdric  ::-)

Loving that red though, very striking

And the bike is eye-catching, too.
Title: New Rose
Post by: border-rider on 10 November, 2011, 10:28:02 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6212/6330848797_59cc227d08_z.jpg)

I GAT A FEELIN' INSIDE OF ME
IT'S KINDA STRANGE LIKE A STORMY SEA
I DON' KNOW WHY,I DON'T KNOW WHY
I GUESS THESE THINGS HAVE GOTTA BE
I GOTTA NEW ROSE ,I GOT HER GOOD
GUESS I KNEW THAT I ALWAYS WOULD
I CAN'T STOP,TO MESS AROUND
I GOTTA BRAND NEW ROSE IN TOWN
SEE THE SUN,SEE THE SUN IT SHINES
DON'T GET TOO CLOSE OR IT'LL BURN YOUR EYES

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 10 November, 2011, 10:31:22 am
That is nicer than nice Mr Volio, very very nice indeed.

I would be afraid of taking out at this time of year though, would keep it for days of no rain and no wet roads....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 10 November, 2011, 10:34:59 am
oh yes.  I'm going to just look at it until Spring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 10 November, 2011, 10:42:51 am
It'll give you time to repair it - there's something hanging off the back, fouling the chain  ;).

It's very bling.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 10 November, 2011, 10:48:14 am
Quote
I GAT A FEELIN' INSIDE OF ME
IT'S KINDA STRANGE LIKE A STORMY SEA
I DON' KNOW WHY,I DON'T KNOW WHY
I GUESS THESE THINGS HAVE GOTTA BE
I GOTTA NEW ROSE ,I GOT HER GOOD
GUESS I KNEW THAT I ALWAYS WOULD
I CAN'T STOP,TO MESS AROUND
I GOTTA BRAND NEW ROSE IN TOWN
SEE THE SUN,SEE THE SUN IT SHINES
DON'T GET TOO CLOSE OR IT'LL BURN YOUR EYES

Where is Mr Vanian when you need him  :)

Nice bike btw  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 November, 2011, 11:28:59 am
Great looking bike MV and thanks for the Damned reminder !

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 10 November, 2011, 02:17:52 pm
Lovely lookin' bike.

Cool choice of wheels  ;)
Title: Re: New Rose
Post by: Tewdric on 10 November, 2011, 03:58:50 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 10 November, 2011, 10:28:02 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6212/6330848797_59cc227d08_z.jpg)

zOMG I'm going to have to get fit..
Title: Re: New Rose
Post by: Jurek on 10 November, 2011, 08:00:12 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 10 November, 2011, 03:58:50 pm
zOMG I'm going to have to get fit..

Nah.
Don't worry about it.
He's got no pedals.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 10 November, 2011, 08:19:32 pm
Have we missed a significant birthday at the volio household?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 10 November, 2011, 08:22:59 pm
No, I just fancied a new bike :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: oncemore on 10 November, 2011, 08:24:59 pm
VERY nice, MV (even without the finishing touch red highlight to the saddle - excellent!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 10 November, 2011, 10:19:40 pm
Quote from: Domestique on 10 November, 2011, 10:48:14 am
Where is Mr Vanian when you need him  :)
Birmingham today (http://www.officialdamned.com/tour-dates.html)*












* Data not live. I do not have a Dave Vanian tracking facility
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 11 November, 2011, 08:04:51 am
Quote from: Mal Volio on 10 November, 2011, 10:28:02 am
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6212/6330848797_59cc227d08_z.jpg)

Red, white and black is so Last Year!

Seriously, MV, that is lovely. I hope you thrash it within an inch of its life when the weather improves.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 12 November, 2011, 08:02:19 pm

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet but might not ride as fast.
Very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 November, 2011, 07:43:31 am
Quote from: oncemore on 10 November, 2011, 08:24:59 pm
VERY nice, MV (even without the finishing touch red highlight to the saddle - excellent!).

MV, are you going to wear red socks under your sandals to complete the look?

Looks lovely btw.

I've been hankering after a road bike for a while now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 14 November, 2011, 07:34:30 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 November, 2011, 07:43:31 am

MV, are you going to wear red socks under your sandals to complete the look?

Of course

The questions are how to squeeze in guards, 35 mm tyres, and fit a dynohub* Brooks, mantrap & Carradice

*which this bloody phone tries to insist should be "synonym"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: border-rider on 14 November, 2011, 07:36:38 pm
Maptrap not mantrap

Bloody iPhone
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 November, 2011, 07:37:55 pm
MV, looking at the diameter of the downtube, I'm assuming the Bottom-Bracket interface is somewhat stiffer than the traditional steel we seem to ride mostly.  I bet, if you honk out of the saddle, it climbs hills like a scalded cat.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 14 November, 2011, 08:19:45 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 14 November, 2011, 07:34:30 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 November, 2011, 07:43:31 am

MV, are you going to wear red socks under your sandals to complete the look?
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/Smileys/classic/grin.gif
Of course

The questions are how to squeeze in guards, 35 mm tyres, and fit a dynohub* Brooks, mantrap & Carradice

*which this bloody phone tries to insist should be "synonym"

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 15 November, 2011, 09:56:02 pm
Quote from: Mal Volio on 14 November, 2011, 07:34:30 pm
...  and fit a dynohub* ...

Rose sell dozens of bike with dynohubs already fitted!  :facepalm:

Couldn't you have bought this one?

(http://media1.roseversand.de/product/180/1/7/1740646_1.jpg)   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 17 November, 2011, 05:06:32 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6099/6353925715_b91b0a57d9_z.jpg)

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 17 November, 2011, 06:43:24 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 17 November, 2011, 05:06:32 pm
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6099/6353925715_b91b0a57d9_z.jpg)

 ;D

chain looks a bit er.. slack. has it fallen off?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 17 November, 2011, 08:41:21 pm
That looks great, my son has the Scoot version (ridgeback?) but has never been interested in it.  We were just discussing what to ask for it, and put the cash toward a tag along, or whether to persevere?  Is that one used by a little'un?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 17 November, 2011, 08:44:45 pm
My Dawes Audax photographed today at Blaise Castle

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/17112011418.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 17 November, 2011, 09:25:38 pm
Right, stable rebalancing continues but here we have the first complete off the production line, Ti/Rohloff 29er:-

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6055/6350863113_0a81acf95e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/)
Burls 29er 5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 17 November, 2011, 09:53:25 pm
Quote from: MacB on 17 November, 2011, 09:25:38 pm
Right, stable rebalancing continues but here we have the first complete off the production line, Ti/Rohloff 29er:-

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6055/6350863113_0a81acf95e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/)
Burls 29er 5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
L

That is very nice indeed! Not sure about the saddle but I'm jealous nonetheless.  How does it ride?  What's the fork?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 17 November, 2011, 10:07:03 pm
Jury is still out on the saddle, have a Brooks as a backup, forks are the On-One Rigid Carbon 29er ones. It's not done many miles yet and none tough enough to give it a real work out, I was holding back until I had it complete, so this weekend will give it a good test. Though tweaking will be involved as it's a new seatpost and that saddle is a pain to get in the right position.

On the road and gentle trail type riding it has done then I've found it to be very stable, what one might describe as solidly planted. It's what I was aiming for and would probably garner a review along the lines of:-

doesn't do anything spectacularly but does everything well and provides a predictable and reliable ride

Or my own personal description of what I wanted when I was designing it - I want something towards the comfy end of the MTB spectrum, in road parlance something closer to a tourer than a race bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 November, 2011, 10:37:39 pm
Excess All Areas!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 17 November, 2011, 11:03:51 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 17 November, 2011, 08:41:21 pm
That looks great, my son has the Scoot version (ridgeback?) but has never been interested in it.  We were just discussing what to ask for it, and put the cash toward a tag along, or whether to persevere?  Is that one used by a little'un?

It's a christmas present for a nearly 2 year old, so it remains to be seen if he's interested in it.  They seem to go for 75% of the new price on Ebay so it's wrth selling if it's getting no use.

Shame you missed this:

http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=52965.0

 ;)


Quote from: MacB on 17 November, 2011, 09:25:38 pm
Right, stable rebalancing continues but here we have the first complete off the production line, Ti/Rohloff 29er:-

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6055/6350863113_0a81acf95e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/)
Burls 29er 5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6350863113/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

Very nice!  What are you going to use it for?  It looks like a bike that could be good at most things.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 21 November, 2011, 04:20:52 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jrqHN1J96ss/TspamJzsQcI/AAAAAAAAASI/IwBX8aNTc_A/s800/IMAG0504.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jrqHN1J96ss/TspamJzsQcI/AAAAAAAAASI/IwBX8aNTc_A/s800/IMAG0504.jpg)

A bit of history to this one - A Dave Yates audax frame originally made for another member of this forum and acquired by me in 2009 (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=20750.0), I converted it to a fixed wheel winter training bike (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg490370#msg490370) which saw me through two seasons of club rides. I decided that for 2011 it could do with a few renovations and upgrades, so I took it to a local guy with the skill and experience to put in track ends (he's a frame builder, but not by profession), and then have it powder coated. We knew the thread in the bottom bracket shell was a bit suspect and it was decided to also replace the shell. After being shot blasted in preparation for powder coating it was discovered that the top tube was suffering from rust holes on the underside, and there was not much to do other than replace it. Perhaps fortunately the local guy had a stock of 531ST tubes for the job.

I received the frame back on Friday evening and spent Saturday afternoon / evening putting it all together.  I pressed in a 1" threadless headset and fitted a new carbon fork. A shim is used on the 1" steerer to take a 1 1/8" A-head stem with oversize handlebar. The seatpost is also carbon. The guards are new D Salmon anodised aluminium ones from France. I've reused an Andel crankset with a new 46T TA Specialities chainring. The wheels are Mavic Open Pro on Ambrosio Zenith hubs (36 hole), which I serviced with new cartridge bearings. Currently running a 19T steel sprocket on the back to give me something like a 64" gear. The chain is a standard Izumi track chain - gold for a touch of bling.

I took it out on yesterdays club run, 70 miles, absolutely brilliant. :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 21 November, 2011, 04:40:27 pm
That looks lovely - especially the super bling chain!

Do those style of mudguards offer much protection?  I like them a lot, but wondered if they actually perform at all?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 21 November, 2011, 04:43:17 pm
Chain just looks yellow to me  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 21 November, 2011, 04:46:26 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 17 November, 2011, 11:03:51 pm
Very nice!  What are you going to use it for?  It looks like a bike that could be good at most things.

You see now I should know the answer to that but I'm still quite new to offroading so I built this with versatility in mind. At present my preference is for nothing too challenging and longer multi surface riding, sort of rough stuff touring, but a bit rougher and without the luggage, don't worry though it has full rack and guard fittings  ;D I've also had a shot on it with 700x40 Marathon Supremes on the road and it's well capable of doing commuting duties or acting as a backup road use bike.

If I get more adventurous I may need to consider suspension forks, if I get into serious MTBing that requires more than that, unlikely knowing my aversion to risk, then I'd just get another bike for that purpose and keep this as an allrounder.

If I'm really honest it was a bit of a concept/theoretical build and it's been quite a relief to me that it's turned out, and rides, as I'd hoped. In the eyes of proper MTBers it's probably going to be woefully underused(not in miles though) and I'd probably qualify on the all the gear and no idea scale, in that I could have bought a bike to meet my needs for a great deal less. But hey, what do you do? I like custom Ti, I like Rohloffs and I like big tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 21 November, 2011, 04:50:45 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 21 November, 2011, 04:40:27 pm
That looks lovely - especially the super bling chain!

Do those style of mudguards offer much protection?  I like them a lot, but wondered if they actually perform at all?

Thank you. I think the low profile guards work fine - with muck and spray mostly coming off the tyre in the direction of rotation. A few of my club mates have these or similar too, the only extra requirement for close group riding being a decent mud flap at the back (something I plan to install tonight!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 November, 2011, 06:36:35 pm
^^^ We're going to need a photo of the mudflap!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 November, 2011, 08:14:09 pm
In fact, we might need a whole new Gallery thread of mudguards and mudflaps.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 21 November, 2011, 09:11:14 pm
This the the mudflap I molished on Saturday.  ;D
(http://www.zen146624.zen.co.uk/pictures/Cycling/mudflap01.jpg)
and just to stay on-topic here's (most of) the bicycle it's on.
(http://www.zen146624.zen.co.uk/pictures/Cycling/mudflap02.jpg)

Since some of you saw this last I've put the drop bars and guidonnet levers on, built the front wheel with SA X-FDD dynamo/drum brake hub and just recently replaced the Cyo lamp with a Lyt (which I know is a downgrade, but at least I can turn the Lyt off when I want to!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 09:17:27 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 21 November, 2011, 06:36:35 pm
^^^ We're going to need a photo of the mudflap!

Just for you OD, mud-flaps pr0n!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-UeFPEB_Z8ME/TstngeKfLaI/AAAAAAAAASo/-IokpLmNXJY/s600/IMAG0506.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-J_cKJ63UMIg/TstngAfIkqI/AAAAAAAAASs/fLIzLdMHcW8/s600/IMAG0510.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2011, 09:28:22 am
Pure filth, pass the box of tissues. What's made of?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 09:44:52 am
It's a vinyl like material from the paper stock trade.

[edit] @bobb - does the chain look gold enough for you in those pics? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 22 November, 2011, 10:02:10 am
I suppose so  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2011, 10:04:43 am
Nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 November, 2011, 10:47:01 am
The Goldie-Looking Chain is a Mistake, but otherwise, that's a really good looking bike. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 11:19:53 am
You're wrong about the chain, but I'll take your compliments on the rest of it, thank you very much! :P

[edit] actually I agree with bobb that it looks yellow in the main photo, which is not cool, but you'll have to take my word for it that it looks great in actuality. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 22 November, 2011, 11:26:15 am
It does look nice, but I would prefer (and this is only my opinion) traditional shaped bars. I've really gone off "Ergo" drops - they don't look cool and are no more comfy than a traditional curved drop (IMO). I know I have these monstrosities on two of my bikes, but they will be replaced soon!

Oh, I don't like Salmon guards either  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2011, 11:31:36 am
Dear me, poor old 'mak, he's really taking a pounding!  I wish now I hadn't been so rude about this hair the other night!

For the record, I think the Yates is smashing even if it hasn't got enough gears!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 11:44:30 am
Quote from: bobb on 22 November, 2011, 11:26:15 am
It does look nice, but I would prefer (and this is only my opinion) traditional shaped bars. I've really gone off "Ergo" drops - they don't look cool and are no more comfy than a traditional curved drop (IMO)...
Oh, I don't like Salmon guards either  :P

Is it because really you're a bit of a traditionalist, like our Clarion? ;D I, for one, find the shallower drop and well defined sections of ergo bars preferential for getting into nifty positions on the bike. And a quality hard aluminium guard is far better than an overpriced bit of plastic! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 22 November, 2011, 11:51:31 am
My old faithful again, on a murky-misty-foggy Sunday jaunt.

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/BlacCapLewes-1.jpg)

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/Riggers_1956/BlackCapSign.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 22 November, 2011, 03:19:43 pm
Quote from: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 11:44:30 am
Quote from: bobb on 22 November, 2011, 11:26:15 am
It does look nice, but I would prefer (and this is only my opinion) traditional shaped bars. I've really gone off "Ergo" drops - they don't look cool and are no more comfy than a traditional curved drop (IMO)...
Oh, I don't like Salmon guards either  :P

Is it because really you're a bit of a traditionalist, like our Clarion? ;D I, for one, find the shallower drop and well defined sections of ergo bars preferential for getting into nifty positions on the bike. And a quality hard aluminium guard is far better than an overpriced bit of plastic! ;)

Stylish, is what you mean - not traditionalist!

And how much are those Salmon guards again?!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 22 November, 2011, 04:20:23 pm
Garde boue SALMON anodisé argent - 47,00 € (http://www.cyclesdsalmon.fr/epages/133069f8-a6b9-11df-957f-000d609a287c.sf/fr_FR/?ObjectPath=/Shops/133069f8-a6b9-11df-957f-000d609a287c/Products/GBTTC13000A)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
Mainly, well... because I can (and because just recently I've been cleaning it more than I've been riding it  >:()
Nearly four years and 20,000 miles on. Frame, forks, STIs, changers and brakes are original. Everything else has worn out and been replaced (at least once).
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 December, 2011, 08:17:34 pm
Very nice.  Clean, considered and spot on.  What's not to like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MalRees on 02 December, 2011, 08:40:47 pm
That's a classy machine Jurek  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 December, 2011, 12:01:59 pm
the moulton gets its christmas makeover in time for the essex xmas do :)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_0503.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 December, 2011, 12:24:08 pm
Rapha xmas tree?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 03 December, 2011, 01:08:11 pm
Damn, outed.  Quite reasonable at £320.99, guaranteed to last at least 4,000km and it smells nicely of lavender.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 03 December, 2011, 01:10:48 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
Mainly, well... because I can (and because just recently I've been cleaning it more than I've been riding it  >:()
Nearly four years and 20,000 miles on. Frame, forks, STIs, changers and brakes are original. Everything else has worn out and been replaced (at least once).
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)

A thing of beauty  :thumbsup:
It has no mudguards  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 03 December, 2011, 04:28:16 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
Mainly, well... because I can (and because just recently I've been cleaning it more than I've been riding it  >:()
Nearly four years and 20,000 miles on. Frame, forks, STIs, changers and brakes are original. Everything else has worn out and been replaced (at least once).
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)
I'm sorry to have to point this out Jurek but I think your valves are non-matching lengths, although it's good to see them both at 12 o'clock!  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 03 December, 2011, 04:30:25 pm
And what about the computer disc - and a pink wall?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 03 December, 2011, 04:58:14 pm
Quote from: Peewit on 03 December, 2011, 04:28:16 pm
I'm sorry to have to point this out Jurek but I think your valves are non-matching lengths, although it's good to see them both at 12 o'clock!  ;)

Not only is that a good spot I now can't see the full magnificence of the bike for this glaring flaw  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 05:39:35 pm
Is the upper (top) bottle cage yelling and bullying the (sub) seat tube bottle cage a little too agressively  ::-)

I like the pink wall  :)

And the bike looks NICE  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 03 December, 2011, 05:41:28 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
Mainly, well... because I can (and because just recently I've been cleaning it more than I've been riding it  >:()
Nearly four years and 20,000 miles on. Frame, forks, STIs, changers and brakes are original. Everything else has worn out and been replaced (at least once).
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)

I like this very much (different tyres and valve lengths excepted! ;)). Are those Ksyriums with the stickers removed? And isn't Ultegra 6600 so much more elegant than the latest offering?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 December, 2011, 05:46:48 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 05:39:35 pm
Is the upper top bottle cage yelling and bullying the sub seat tube bottle cage?

I like the pink wall  :)

And the bike looks NICE  :thumbsup:
I'm still trying to get over the fact that the flooring is exactly the same as what I have in my kitchen. But cleaner ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 December, 2011, 07:36:35 pm
Blimey!
I go out for a ride and return to find that I have been thrown to the lions!!! ;D

Quote from: Feline on 03 December, 2011, 01:10:48 pm
A thing of beauty  :thumbsup:
Thank you  :-*

Quote from: Feline on 03 December, 2011, 01:10:48 pm
It has no mudguards  :o
What are these mudguards of which you speak? ;)

Quote from: Peewit on 03 December, 2011, 04:28:16 pm
I'm sorry to have to point this out Jurek but I think your valves are non-matching lengths, although it's good to see them both at 12 o'clock!  ;)
It must be about 4 years since I last bought a tube with a short valve stem - I've been waiting for this one to p*nct*re, but the tyres are too Tonka.
I could sabotage it, I suppose.
Errm.... the valves weren't  both at 12:00 when I took the first pics. But I know what this place is like....

Quote from: Peter on 03 December, 2011, 04:30:25 pm
And what about the computer disc - and a pink wall?
Do you mean the magnet should be elsewhere? Mea culpa. An oversight on my part.
The Pink Wall? (Note the capitals) Rapha came in and did the kitchen two years ago. So just back off. M'kay?

Quote from: MacB on 03 December, 2011, 04:58:14 pm
Quote from: Peewit on 03 December, 2011, 04:28:16 pm
I'm sorry to have to point this out Jurek but I think your valves are non-matching lengths, although it's good to see them both at 12 o'clock!  ;)

Not only is that a good spot I now can't see the full magnificence of the bike for this glaring flaw  ;D
In time, MacB, you will get over this.  :)

Quote from: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 05:39:35 pm
I like the pink wall  :)
And the bike looks NICE  :thumbsup:
Thank you!  :)

Quote from: TimC on 03 December, 2011, 05:41:28 pm
I like this very much (different tyres and valve lengths excepted! ;)). Are those Ksyriums with the stickers removed? And isn't Ultegra 6600 so much more elegant than the latest offering?
Thank you. Ksyriums sans stickers, indeed. Agreed on the Ultegra 6600. I had to hunt around for a fair while to find a replacement for the original as (you know) it has been superceded with something less elegant.

Quote from: interzen on 03 December, 2011, 05:46:48 pm
I'm still trying to get over the fact that the flooring is exactly the same as what I have in my kitchen. But cleaner ;)
While you've been out, I've been in your kitchen. Taking pictures. And then making the floor dirty.  ;)

One last thing...
The entire shoot had to be done again when I noticed one of the switches on the 13amp socket was 'on' and showing red.
Can't have that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 08:33:21 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 03 December, 2011, 07:36:35 pm

One last thing...
The entire shoot had to be done again when I noticed one of the switches on the 13amp socket was 'on' and showing red.
Can't have that.

May also suggest you Photoshop out the entire double 13 amp socket - AND put the cranks at horizontal?

PLUS get the skirting board  just as horizontal?

If you look at those annoying Cycling Plus magazine shots - they also have the BIG front ring on the small rear sprocket - makes it more macho - innit?

Still a gorgeous looking bike and wall (I won't mention the floor)

You know how forummers can become arseholes about such things  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 December, 2011, 08:50:47 pm
Quote from: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 08:33:21 pm

May also suggest you Photoshop out the entire double 13 amp socket - AND put the cranks at horizontal?

PLUS get the skirting board  just as horizontal?

Still a nice looking bike and wall (I won't mention the floor)

You know how forummers can become arseholes about such things  :o

D'you know what?

I could've done all that.
Photoshop the sockets? Easy. But ICBA - Besides, it's my Rapha kitchen.
Cranks horizontal?
There's something clearly wrong with you, but it can probably be treated. Good luck.

I've heard about forummers like you.

Could someone please post a pic of a rainbow coloured bunny or unicorn - that's the last time I'm posting pics of my bike.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: deliquium on 03 December, 2011, 08:54:09 pm
Sorry

Didn't realise the Rapha conotation

hat and coat donning RIGHT now! :-[

No offence intended

 :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 December, 2011, 09:36:00 pm
As you may have noticed, deliquium really has left  ???

Perhaps the forum joker didn't get the joke?  Hopefully he'll be back.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 December, 2011, 09:45:30 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 December, 2011, 09:36:00 pm
As you may have noticed, deliquium really has left  ???

Perhaps the forum joker didn't get the joke?  Hopefully he'll be back.

I hadn't noticed - but he and I exchanged PMs of a friendly nature not so long ago (this evening)
I hope he will come back.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 December, 2011, 10:00:05 pm
I think your bike's quite smashing, Jurek. But the wall really does spoil it. And the floor, though nice in itself, does it no justice. No doubt about it, your bike would look so much better in another setting - like my kitchen!  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 04 December, 2011, 09:03:04 am
New, to me anyway, arrival. 2nd hand Brompton has now been re-homed to Southend. This one seems fast, must be coz its red  8)
Ordered some new tyres last night, Marathon +, so expect cursing, broken levers and nails from SE Essex soon.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6451434095_db4e7f6217_z.jpg)
The plan is our other Brompton will now get used more often as we can take them out together.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7151/6451494637_227b6691f8_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bomber on 04 December, 2011, 08:34:30 pm
Treated my geared road bike to a new chainset and a clean, seems only right it gets a spot on here;

(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/390809_10150435653957080_512382079_8565688_1344494904_n.jpg)

Just ordered her xmas present, a hope pro3 in red to match the son delux on the front.  Going to look schweet! 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 05 December, 2011, 09:18:33 am
Aaargh! Pink seatpost and red dynohub. Criminal!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bomber on 05 December, 2011, 10:16:45 am
it was red when I bought it, I have had it a few years though :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 December, 2011, 08:29:48 pm
Quote from: mike on 03 December, 2011, 12:01:59 pm
the moulton gets its christmas makeover in time for the essex xmas do :)

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_0503.jpg)

It was very clever how the tree turned white in the dark!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 December, 2011, 09:42:22 pm
Quote from: bomber on 04 December, 2011, 08:34:30 pm
Treated my geared road bike to a new chainset and a clean, seems only right it gets a spot on here;

(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/390809_10150435653957080_512382079_8565688_1344494904_n.jpg)

Just ordered her xmas present, a hope pro3 in red to match the son delux on the front.  Going to look schweet! 8)

Where was that taken?...I feel like I should know
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 05 December, 2011, 09:52:57 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)

...and another thing, how the blazes did you manage to take that kink out of the seatpost?

I have to say, that's exactly the sort of bike I'd like to have when I'm grown up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 06 December, 2011, 11:22:13 am
Quote from: Jurek on 02 December, 2011, 07:42:37 pm
Mainly, well... because I can (and because just recently I've been cleaning it more than I've been riding it  >:()
Nearly four years and 20,000 miles on. Frame, forks, STIs, changers and brakes are original. Everything else has worn out and been replaced (at least once).
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)

This is one of those bicycles that looks as if it is moving, even when it is parked.

Are those Easton EA-90 handlebars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 06 December, 2011, 12:18:29 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 06 December, 2011, 11:22:13 am

This is one of those bicycles that looks as if it is moving, even when it is parked.

Are those Easton EA-90 handlebars?
I think that's down to all those diagonals going on there. It has been commented on previously.
The bars are VN's own 'Classics' and came off Pippa's Van Nic - we swapped - my original ones had a much deeper drop which she preferred.

Edit: Oh, and I've lopped around 15mm off the ends of the drops, as the RH one took some damage when I had my unscheduled flying lesson last year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 10 December, 2011, 02:01:27 pm
very nice bike Jurek, the one that stands out in our social rides. wheels certainly look better without decals (was planning to do the same to my ones) as well as the frame. (should i leave it at that?:))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 11 December, 2011, 01:07:48 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 10 December, 2011, 02:01:27 pm
...... wheels certainly look better without decals (was planning to do the same to my ones) .....

A hair dryer helps make the job less messy, and quicker.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 11 December, 2011, 04:18:46 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 11 December, 2011, 01:07:48 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 10 December, 2011, 02:01:27 pm
...... wheels certainly look better without decals (was planning to do the same to my ones) .....

A hair dryer helps make the job less messy, and quicker.

more details please before I steal Janes hairdryer
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 11 December, 2011, 04:37:52 pm
Quote from: MacB on 11 December, 2011, 04:18:46 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 11 December, 2011, 01:07:48 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 10 December, 2011, 02:01:27 pm
...... wheels certainly look better without decals (was planning to do the same to my ones) .....

A hair dryer helps make the job less messy, and quicker.

more details please before I steal Janes use my hairdryer

Your hair dryer will soften the adhesive to the point where you can pretty much just peel the sticker off, without having to resort to using much (or, if you get it spot-on, any) solvent to deal with what remains.
You don't need to cook it.
Un-pick the corner of a sticker using your fingernail, or someone else's if you have none.
Lift the sticker and apply some extension.
Then Give It The Gun.
When it is ready it'll part from the rim like the fading memory of a distant sweetheart in One Of Those Dreams.
Take off your tyres before you start.
Lighter fuel is pretty good at cleaning up any residual deposits which might remain.*


*Pls do be putting out the fag when you do this bit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 11 December, 2011, 05:08:56 pm
Ta muchly that man, most poetic as well  ;D

Worryingly the advice to take the tyre off first was good, I'd not have bothered otherwise  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bomber on 12 December, 2011, 07:29:36 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 December, 2011, 09:42:22 pm
Quote from: bomber on 04 December, 2011, 08:34:30 pm
Treated my geared road bike to a new chainset and a clean, seems only right it gets a spot on here;

Just ordered her xmas present, a hope pro3 in red to match the son delux on the front.  Going to look schweet! 8)

Where was that taken?...I feel like I should know

Kitzy's back garden, in Hennock, Devon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 14 December, 2011, 10:30:03 am
New here and by way of an introduction (my bikes may at least me a little more interesting than I am  ;) )
My old faithful, rescued from a skip, Scott Apache, the bike that does the really dirty work (that includes anything that necessitates being locked up anywhere for more than a few hours). Soon to find itself coupled to a turbo and wearer of a trainer tyre.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m40/Seraphina426/IMGP0764-1.jpg)

My newly aquired Scott hybrid. My winter and towpath bike.
Rides really well for the money, comfortable and fast, well pleased with this latest purchase.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m40/Seraphina426/DSC_0001-3.jpg)

My best bike, Bob Jackson Audax Club. Had the frame built and then built the bike up myself last year. Fits me like a glove, I'm still at the stage of wanting to baby this bike so it is wrapped in dust sheets at the moment awaiting Spring 2012.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m40/Seraphina426/DSC_0001-2.jpg)

I also have a shed full to bursting with frames and bits that seem to find their way here from all over, really need to have a clear out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 December, 2011, 01:00:11 pm
Two rescued from the local auctions last night.

First up a 1975 Peugeot AE8 Having researched it a bit more, I think it is an 1979-83 PH8.  I am hoping it is the later end of that date range (but unlikely due to the head badge) as Peugeot transitioned from French to British threads starting 1980.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_IFwTmtLKRk/TuicZwAhIrI/AAAAAAAABgM/WXr7nZy6Iw8/s1152/DSC_0005.JPG)

Secondly a Elswick Hopper, of unknown vintage (and it's too cold to be outside looking for details...

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nJkVQl5kVw0/TuibyqNHozI/AAAAAAAABfs/Z10qPwlFuGk/s1152/DSC_0001.JPG)

Obviously for a start the Elswick needs the pedals putting back on the right way round, the bats straightening and the tyres pumping up.  According tot he chart on oldbike.eu the Elswick is either a 1964 or 1967, with the SA hub a June 1979 AG3 3speed/dynamo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 December, 2011, 04:07:37 pm
Albionlass, what's the black think on the fork of your Bob Jackson?  Nice bikes by the way and welcome to yacf.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 14 December, 2011, 04:11:46 pm
is it the "transducer" for a wireless computer? do I see a magnet on a spoke to the right of the object in question?

welcome to AlbionLass
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 14 December, 2011, 05:57:01 pm
Hi, yes it's for the wireless computer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 14 December, 2011, 09:39:08 pm
Nice bikes AlbionLass  :thumbsup:
I like the colour of your Bob Jackson.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 December, 2011, 09:48:56 pm
That's a nice Jackson :thumbsup:

And welcome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 14 December, 2011, 10:44:10 pm
Welcome AlbionLass, it's lovely to see you on the forum... and your bikes are nice.

Please bear in mind, that in the fine tradition of YACF, everyone's bike photos will be criticised for background grass cutting, fence painting, kitchen tidiness, bookshelf titles and floor sanding expertise.... it's much safer to photograph your bikes on top of a white sheet.

 ;D ;)

Welcome!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 December, 2011, 10:48:06 pm
Oh, yeah...

The floor under the MTB needs sanding and/or varnishing.
The fence behind the Scott is a bad colour choice.
The lawn under the Bob Jackson is patchy.

But your bikes are great (especially the Jackson) (and my house is a bit of a tip!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 15 December, 2011, 06:51:12 am
Hehe ;) It's wierd  but it seems like everytime I decide to get some money together to decorate the house or make-over the garden I seem to buy a bike or cycling kit of some sort.
What can I say...I'm a flawed individual.
 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 December, 2011, 06:56:03 am
Quote from: AlbionLass on 15 December, 2011, 06:51:12 am
Hehe ;) It's wierd  but it seems like everytime I decide to get some money together to decorate the house or make-over the garden I seem to buy a bike or cycling kit of some sort.
What can I say...I'm a flawed individual.
 ;D

You've escaped lightly, just look over past pages to see how others have suffered  ;D  Bike pictures in kitchens seem to cause the most outrage!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 15 December, 2011, 07:37:48 am
Welcome albionlass.

There's just something so right about about a bob Jackson. Lovely looking machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 16 December, 2011, 07:34:52 am
Ready for Christmas club runs this weekend...

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7146/6519713525_47cc8b8b9a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 December, 2011, 07:42:58 am
Excellent - merry Christmas!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 16 December, 2011, 01:22:20 pm
Quote from: clarion on 14 December, 2011, 09:48:56 pm
That's a nice Jackson :thumbsup:
Proper lugged steel frame, innit? Is that a Reynolds sticker I see on the fork blade?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 16 December, 2011, 10:43:07 pm
Lugged yes, Reynolds 631.
 (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m40/Seraphina426/DSC_0015.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 17 December, 2011, 12:09:16 am
Oooh! Lug lining! Pretty!

Nice looking bike. If it rides like it looks, you must have a great deal of fun on it.

Looks like Ergopower shifters, with those paddles you push in to shift up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 December, 2011, 01:51:19 am
Quote from: Bledlow on 17 December, 2011, 12:09:16 am
Oooh! Lug lining! Pretty!

Nice looking bike. If it rides like it looks, you must have a great deal of fun on it.

Looks like Ergopower shifters, with those paddles you push in to shift up.

Nah! It's got Shimano, innit!

Nice bike, BTW!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 17 December, 2011, 11:52:06 am
It's my first non Campag  road bike for quite some time.
Chose Shimano this time because I prefer their lower end kit to Campag (whose higher stuff I prefer to Shimano.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 17 December, 2011, 04:33:30 pm
Do you think it would look better with black steerer spacers instead of the aluminium ones?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AlbionLass on 17 December, 2011, 06:32:09 pm
Quote from: GruB on 17 December, 2011, 04:33:30 pm
Do you think it would look better with black steerer spacers instead of the aluminium ones?

Nah.   ;)


Silver below the stem to match the headset, black above to match the stem.
Most of them will be gone next spring when I get round to shortening the steerer tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adam w on 18 December, 2011, 06:14:42 pm
My bike I like to ride to work. I removed the front shifting bits because I only need about 4 gears. The tyres are 25c front and 28c rear Schwalbe marathon normals. Please do criticise

(http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad11/adamwatkins87/bike/bike.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 18 December, 2011, 06:41:16 pm
Criticise? Why? Looks like a good commuting bike. Not sure about the thing it's leaning on, though.  ;D

Quote from: GruB on 17 December, 2011, 04:33:30 pm
Do you think it would look better with black steerer spacers instead of the aluminium ones?
Not with that pale blue. Shiny aluminium goes with it much better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adam w on 18 December, 2011, 08:37:35 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 18 December, 2011, 06:41:16 pm
Criticise? Why? Looks like a good commuting bike. Not sure about the thing it's leaning on, though.  ;D

ha, thanks

Focus is getting a bit haggard now
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 18 December, 2011, 08:53:47 pm
Quote from: adam w on 18 December, 2011, 06:14:42 pm
My bike I like to ride to work. I removed the front shifting bits because I only need about 4 gears. The tyres are 25c front and 28c rear Schwalbe marathon normals. Please do criticise

(http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad11/adamwatkins87/bike/bike.jpg)

Hope you got the bastard Focus driver who knocked you off!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 18 December, 2011, 08:58:56 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/392007_10150472991258399_770548398_8584789_1672572271_n.jpg)

HoHoHo...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 December, 2011, 09:07:42 pm
Quote from: Bledlow on 18 December, 2011, 06:41:16 pm
Quote from: GruB on 17 December, 2011, 04:33:30 pm
Do you think it would look better with black steerer spacers instead of the aluminium ones?
Not with that pale blue. Shiny aluminium goes with it much better.
That was Little Cudzo's verdict, too.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 18 December, 2011, 09:20:52 pm
Quote from: adam w on 18 December, 2011, 06:14:42 pm
My bike I like to ride to work. I removed the front shifting bits because I only need about 4 gears. The tyres are 25c front and 28c rear Schwalbe marathon normals. Please do criticise

(http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad11/adamwatkins87/bike/bike.jpg)

Looks well thought out and solid to me, plus you can always make a front change manually if you ever need it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 December, 2011, 09:53:33 am
Needz MOAR lighttz . . .

Can't have ENUFF lighttz
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcinski on 29 December, 2011, 01:28:11 pm
Here is  my only bike, Surly Cross Check in its latest incarnation. It's setup for daily commute and day rides

(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/6756642/IMAG0112.jpg)

Marcin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 December, 2011, 02:05:37 pm
Looks purposeful.  In fact, it looks like it wants to set off without waiting for the photo ;D

I like bikes which work for a living.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 December, 2011, 04:10:59 pm
Looks like it'll just go on and on without ever complaining. I'd love one!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 29 December, 2011, 06:28:23 pm
I'm dead jealous - that's just the sort of thing I'd like to build one day.  I really like the look of those racks.  What are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: loafer on 29 December, 2011, 08:39:39 pm
some how have ended up with 5 at the moment.. ;D
caygill tourer custom made
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/bike%20stable/bikestable008.jpg)
cannondale synapse carbon road with sram apex... (added the bit in red to breakup all that black+white)
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/bike%20stable/IMG_4847.jpg)
cube mtb
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/bike%20stable/bikestable002.jpg)
trek 1000 old road bike poss turbo bike now...
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/bike%20stable/bikestable004.jpg)
boardman cx team winter hack/do all sorts
(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/bike%20stable/brenda.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 December, 2011, 08:45:29 pm
That's quite a stable . . .

Impressed.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcinski on 30 December, 2011, 11:46:05 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 29 December, 2011, 04:10:59 pm
Looks like it'll just go on and on without ever complaining. I'd love one!
Yeah, I actually found its limits soon after this photo was taken by trying to ride down very steep slope covered in a mud. Who knew that slicks have no traction at all on a mud? Well, I have now big gnash in my ankle  :facepalm:

Quote from: corshamjim on 29 December, 2011, 06:28:23 pm
I'm dead jealous - that's just the sort of thing I'd like to build one day.  I really like the look of those racks.  What are they?

Thanks, the front rack is VO pass hunter, very similar to Nitto mini rack but stainless steel. The rear is made by Tonard Brazing Company, I don't know much more about it, I got it very cheaply used. It is actually front rack but fits perfectly on the rear.

Marcin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 January, 2012, 10:45:51 pm
Christmas Day, Greenwich.  First to arrive for 2512 ride.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0131.jpg)

It's been the vehicle of the holiday, with several long rides logged tandemlywise.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 January, 2012, 10:48:17 pm
That looks very smart. So smart i find it hard to believe it's yours!  :) Is it new?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 January, 2012, 10:57:45 pm
Not new at all, you cheeky get ;D

It's a mid-90s Dawes Super Galaxy, originally in grey, which we had resprayed and uprated for our wedding eighteen months ago.  We've had the bike since 2008.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 01 January, 2012, 11:02:43 pm
Cutty Sark Gardens.

WTF?

How long does it take to landscape an area? (Which had a blank  canvas to start with)
It has been a building site for what? 1.5 years / 2 years?

Disgusted.
Of Forest Hill.

Wrong thread - but there y'go.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 January, 2012, 11:08:14 pm
Jurek, you hit that little nail right on the head.  I counted three or maybe four separate areas for different companies messing things up in their individual ways.  Not a complicated project afaics, but seemingly eternal.

Next up: cable car project.  Currently nothing.  Project due: July.  My prediction: October at best.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 02 January, 2012, 12:08:05 am
Clarion, OT, but do you know the road from Hebden Bridge down past Oxenhope to Keighley?  There's a walling project been going on there for at least 4 years!  It's only a couple of hundred yards, too.  Lovelt looking tandem, by the way.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 January, 2012, 06:31:06 pm
Love it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 January, 2012, 10:22:16 pm
Looks good :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 02 January, 2012, 11:52:13 pm
What a lovely colour!

The incongruous fork crown irks me somewhat, but the heron headtube badge almost makes up for it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 January, 2012, 06:35:31 am
Clarion, nice tandem!.  What's the red thing on the back?  I'm guessing it's your make-up case  ;D :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 03 January, 2012, 11:06:38 am
I would have guessed it was a replacement fork, with a lugged frame like that you expect a more retro-looking fork crown. An old British-built Raleigh has been on my wishlist for a while.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 January, 2012, 11:09:31 am
Red thing on the back of the tandem is Butterfly's rather clever bike bag/handbag.  Can't remember who made it - Cyclodelic, I believe.  It's a good design, and works very well like that.

Of course, I don't have a handbag, but carry all my personal stuff in the barbag, slung over my shoulder...er...whoops :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 03 January, 2012, 11:13:42 am
manbag style 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 January, 2012, 11:15:05 am
Thanks, I guess that like you I won't need a red thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 January, 2012, 12:13:58 pm
If you've got a red thing, I suggest you consult your GP.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 January, 2012, 12:19:06 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 January, 2012, 12:13:58 pm
If you've got a red thing, I suggest you consult your GP.

Wise words. Strapping it to the back of your bike probably isn't a good idea either!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 03 January, 2012, 11:02:44 pm
The red thing is brilliant :D. It is bigger than most wedge bags and has internal pockets. It has room for a purse, phone, hanky, pen, tyre levers, tube and allen keys, whilst looking like a bag, not bike kit :thumbsup:. It also has a strange strap arrangement that fits on various bike and with some tweaking, on various child seats :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 05 January, 2012, 08:09:41 pm
Weirder & weirder.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 January, 2012, 09:17:51 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/SNV30133.jpg)

My Orbit being attacked by a badger.  In Brighton.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 05 January, 2012, 09:19:29 pm
Paging Mr Gates  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2012, 09:49:55 pm
That badger's stolen your mudguards!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 January, 2012, 10:06:24 pm
They were full-length, but that little tinker chewed them down to RaceBlades! :o ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 05 January, 2012, 10:21:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 January, 2012, 09:17:51 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/SNV30133.jpg)

My Orbit being attacked by a badger.  In Brighton.

Are you sure that is a badger? It could be bishop Brennan.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 07 January, 2012, 08:41:26 am
Quote from: Adrian on 05 January, 2012, 10:21:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 January, 2012, 09:17:51 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/SNV30133.jpg)

My Orbit being attacked by a badger.  In Brighton.

Are you sure that is a badger? It could be bishop Brennan.

I think needs much closer inspection  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 07 January, 2012, 09:45:52 am
Can bikes contract TB ?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 08 January, 2012, 06:01:38 pm
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 07 January, 2012, 08:41:26 am
Quote from: Adrian on 05 January, 2012, 10:21:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 January, 2012, 09:17:51 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/SNV30133.jpg)

My Orbit being attacked by a badger.  In Brighton.

Are you sure that is a badger? It could be bishop Brennan.

I think needs much closer inspection  :)

No, I was wrong it is a badger not a bishop.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 09 January, 2012, 11:48:54 am
Quote from: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 11:27:14 am
Hello everybody. I'm a newbie here - these are 2 of my bikes (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666186979/in/photostream/) and (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666181069/in/photostream/).

The LHT was built up mainly from the parts box, whereas the charge was also a frame build up courtesy of an old cannondale. V pleased with both of them.

The owner of the photo (you?) has disabled sharing of the photo on flickr. So there is no handy link on flickr to generate the BBCode that you need to share the photos on here.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 01:18:02 pm
Hello everybody. I'm a newbie here - these are 2 of my bikes.

The LHT was built up mainly from the parts box, whereas the charge was also a frame build up courtesy of an old cannondale. V pleased with both of them. I can't seem to get the photos directly on this post but the link now works! (thanks Hulver)

(http://[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666181069/][img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6666181069_ea5e57d7b7_z.jpg)[/url]
IMG_0413 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666181069/) by hop58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/73928339@N03/), on Flickr[/img]

and (http://[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666339583/][img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7020/6666339583_aecc6cf9bf_z.jpg)[/url]
IMG_0009_2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666339583/) by hop58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/73928339@N03/), on Flickr[/img]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 January, 2012, 01:23:24 pm
They're both rather nice. The Surly has interesting bars, almost like an inverted North Road (would that make it a South Road?) and I like the brown tape too. And what fat tyres!

To get a pic on here, you need to grab the image address, ending in .jpg and put that between the img tags. At least that's what I do, I think there is another way with flickr too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 January, 2012, 01:25:27 pm
Well worth waiting for.  That Juicer has nice simple lines and looks good, in an understated kind of way that really appeals to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 01:29:59 pm
Thanks Cudzoziemiec, They're on one midges, tyres are kenda kommuter 26" x  2" - I find it a v comfy set up. The bar tape isn't anything fancy I think it was fizik - about 10 quid

I've been trying for about an hour to get the photos on - I think I'll have a break from it now ... and leave it for another day!

Clarion - I've been looking for a frame/forks for a while and in the end it was a toss up between the charge, a surly pacer and a genesis equilibrium. In the end I went for the charge because it's had ace reviews and I liked its skinny tubes and traditional looks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 January, 2012, 01:31:57 pm
Midge bars - noted!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 09 January, 2012, 01:41:32 pm
Quote from: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 01:18:02 pm
Hello everybody. I'm a newbie here - these are 2 of my bikes.

The LHT was built up mainly from the parts box, whereas the charge was also a frame build up courtesy of an old cannondale. V pleased with both of them. I can't seem to get the photos directly on this post but the link now works! (thanks Hulver)

(http://[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666181069/][img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6666181069_ea5e57d7b7_z.jpg)[/url]
IMG_0413 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666181069/) by hop58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/73928339@N03/), on Flickr[/img]

and (http://[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666339583/][img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7020/6666339583_aecc6cf9bf_z.jpg)[/url]
IMG_0009_2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73928339@N03/6666339583/) by hop58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/73928339@N03/), on Flickr[/img]

Like this : -

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6666181069_ea5e57d7b7.jpg)

Click on Actions in FlickR, then View all Sizes, then pick one, then right click the image to get its properties.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 09 January, 2012, 01:50:11 pm
Nice bikes Tim58, and very good choice of saddle bag too  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 09 January, 2012, 02:08:03 pm
Nice bikes - I think you'll fit in here fine  :thumbsup:

A quick way of getting them onto here from flickr - just above the photo in flickr there is a share button. Click that, select "Grab the HTML/BB Code", then the BB Code button. Copy the code that it gives you and paste it here directly into your post. Very quick and easy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 02:20:53 pm
hey presto

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7020/6666339583_aecc6cf9bf_z.jpg)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6666181069_ea5e57d7b7_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 02:34:41 pm
There's no stopping me now.. and finally my mountain bike (after the dyfi enduro)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6666990265_fc8140681f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 January, 2012, 02:40:55 pm
Quote from: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 01:29:59 pm
Thanks Cudzoziemiec, They're on one midges, tyres are kenda kommuter 26" x  2" - I find it a v comfy set up. The bar tape isn't anything fancy I think it was fizik - about 10 quid

I've been trying for about an hour to get the photos on - I think I'll have a break from it now ... and leave it for another day!

Clarion - I've been looking for a frame/forks for a while and in the end it was a toss up between the charge, a surly pacer and a genesis equilibrium. In the end I went for the charge because it's had ace reviews and I liked its skinny tubes and traditional looks.


You will come to learn that I am a fan of traditional looking bikes ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcinski on 09 January, 2012, 04:56:37 pm
Quote from: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 01:29:59 pm
I've been looking for a frame/forks for a while and in the end it was a toss up between the charge, a surly pacer and a genesis equilibrium. In the end I went for the charge because it's had ace reviews and I liked its skinny tubes and traditional looks.

I really like the look of the Juicer. I think it will complement nicely the Cross Check. Do you know if can you still get it as a frameset only?

Marcin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 05:47:25 pm
Hi Marcin, as far as I know Charge don't sell it as a frameset anymore, but Evans cycles had some old stock and I managed to buy the the last small but I think there was still a medium available.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcinski on 09 January, 2012, 06:21:33 pm
Quote from: tim58 on 09 January, 2012, 05:47:25 pm
Hi Marcin, as far as I know Charge don't sell it as a frameset anymore, but Evans cycles had some old stock and I managed to buy the the last small but I think there was still a medium available.
Thanks,   I'm afraid I need large though.
Cheers, Marcin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 January, 2012, 08:37:40 pm
My Ridgeback in a badass urban setting (well, somewhere amongst the public schools near Dulwich Park ;D )


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0161.jpg)

No, the tyres aren't flat - there's a concrete barrier in between.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 11 January, 2012, 04:19:17 pm
Two_Flat_Erics Ridgeback minus drop bars relplaced with butterfly's and new shifter's
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7008/6679259573_b2174a27a8_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 11 January, 2012, 04:28:59 pm
Quote from: clarion on 10 January, 2012, 08:37:40 pm
My Ridgeback in a badass urban setting (well, somewhere amongst the public schools near Dulwich Park ;D )


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0161.jpg)

No, the tyres aren't flat - there's a concrete barrier in between.

C, what's the apparatus on the seat- and chain-stays?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 11 January, 2012, 04:55:02 pm
Looks like a stand to me?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 January, 2012, 06:14:20 pm
Yup, that's a propstand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 11 January, 2012, 06:16:51 pm
Quote from: clarion on 11 January, 2012, 06:14:20 pm
Yup, that's a propstand.

I have the same one on my Fuji, purchased at the Sem Fed. It might look uncool but its bloody handy, especially when loading panniers onto the bike or wanting to park your bike next to your tent in the middle of a field  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 January, 2012, 06:19:59 pm
Very very useful.  Just a PITA that the clamps are for oversized Al tubes and not slender steel loveliness.

It is worth having it, if only for those moments when one passes a roadie on the commute who then clocks the propstand, Carradice and chunky rider. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 January, 2012, 06:26:36 pm
How well does it work in practice? I had one in India and have ridden bikes with stands in Poland, as you say they're useful. Particularly in Indian cities where bikes park in rows like cars.  :thumbsup: But I found they take some setting up to get it so the bike balances on the stand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 11 January, 2012, 07:17:50 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 11 January, 2012, 06:26:36 pm
How well does it work in practice? I had one in India and have ridden bikes with stands in Poland, as you say they're useful. Particularly in Indian cities where bikes park in rows like cars.  :thumbsup: But I found they take some setting up to get it so the bike balances on the stand.

Mine is fitted exactly as Clarion's in the picture and is very stable, it can hold the bike upright with about 50kg in the rear panniers!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 11 January, 2012, 08:02:55 pm
I have a similar propstand on my Dawes do-everything tourer.  Works okay unless there's a lot of poorly-distributed weight in the front panniers.  Combined with the flat surface of the Topeak rear rack gives a convenient mobile cake-table:
(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/248976_10150200103296839_551606838_6819491_769971_n.jpg)


Our tandem-shaped-object also has a chainstay-mounted propstand.  As you'd imagine, it's fairly rubbish.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 January, 2012, 11:44:42 am
Quote from: Feline on 11 January, 2012, 07:17:50 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 11 January, 2012, 06:26:36 pm
How well does it work in practice? I had one in India and have ridden bikes with stands in Poland, as you say they're useful. Particularly in Indian cities where bikes park in rows like cars.  :thumbsup: But I found they take some setting up to get it so the bike balances on the stand.

Mine is fitted exactly as Clarion's in the picture and is very stable, it can hold the bike upright with about 50kg in the rear panniers!
I think mine was a little higher, more in line with the chainstay. Maybe I'll have a peek at yours at the next Brizzle get together! Mind you there's no real need cos:

Quote from: Kim on 11 January, 2012, 08:02:55 pm
I have a similar propstand on my Dawes do-everything tourer.  Works okay unless there's a lot of poorly-distributed weight in the front panniers.  Combined with the flat surface of the Topeak rear rack gives a convenient mobile cake-table:
A flat-topped rack on its own makes a sufficient surface for cake and tea with the bike leant against a wall, I've found.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 12 January, 2012, 02:15:35 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 12 January, 2012, 11:44:42 am
A flat-topped rack on its own makes a sufficient surface for cake and tea with the bike leant against a wall, I've found.  :thumbsup:

But what if there aren't any walls?  What then?  You might have to go cakeless!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 January, 2012, 02:38:57 pm
The Rohloffed tourer with the Kinesis fork off my newer bike. It looks a lot better on this bike than it did on the other (IMO) and it's transformed the ride compared to the Kona P2 previously fitted.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7020/6684339701_91f352b5ef_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6684339701/)
12-01-12 Tourer DC19 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6684339701/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

I'll post a picture of the other bike with its new fork in due course.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 12 January, 2012, 07:17:15 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 12 January, 2012, 02:38:57 pm
The Rohloffed tourer with the Kinesis fork off my newer bike. It looks a lot better on this bike than it did on the other (IMO) and it's transformed the ride compared to the Kona P2 previously fitted.

The ride would be transformed even further if you fitted some pedals
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 12 January, 2012, 11:24:15 pm
Quote from: Rig of Jarkness on 12 January, 2012, 07:17:15 pm

The ride would be transformed even further if you fitted some pedals

One of the benefits of clip on/clip off pedals.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 13 January, 2012, 07:05:38 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 12 January, 2012, 11:24:15 pm
Quote from: Rig of Jarkness on 12 January, 2012, 07:17:15 pm

The ride would be transformed even further if you fitted some pedals

One of the benefits of clip on/clip off pedals.

 ???  How do those work then ?  Can you post a photie ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 13 January, 2012, 12:44:27 pm
I can't take a picture atm but here's a (random) link to the clip-in pedals that I've got:-

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/mks-mm-cube-ezy-removable-pedals/

What that picture is missing is the plastic circlip that prevents the pedal coming off the bike when you unclip from it.
There is a push fit collar like an air-hose fitting on the bit that attaches to the crank and the pedals clip on and off.
I've also got a pair of flat pedals that I use when I'm out shopping or going to the pub. It takes about 30 seconds to change them over.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 January, 2012, 12:55:19 pm
So you can change from clipless to flats in the blink of an eye. Well, maybe two eyes. That's quite cool.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 13 January, 2012, 07:43:16 pm
Mmm, fascinating.  Whatever will they think of next ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 16 January, 2012, 09:38:33 am
Those look really smart for those who take their bikes by air a lot..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 January, 2012, 12:42:59 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 13 January, 2012, 12:44:27 pm
I can't take a picture atm but here's a (random) link to the clip-in pedals that I've got:-

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/mks-mm-cube-ezy-removable-pedals/

How clever is that? I've (now, only) got 5 bikes, including a tandem. As I can only ride one of them at a time, I always have 5 pairs of pedals (4, when I'm being stoked on the tandem) too many*. If I could easily move one pair among the bikes, I could save some money.

Unfortunately, at £27 just for the adapters (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/mks-ezy-adapters/), I'm not sure the savings are there to be had yet.

(*I guess this applies to a lot of the shared components on a bike**. I survived with one saddle among several bikes for a while, until the faff v my salary ratio tipped the other way. But I don't know of any method similar to this one which would make those other components easily transferable between bikes.)

(**Yes - I know it applies to bikes as a whole too, but I'm not interested in that debate. Having had more, and fewer in the past, I can categorically state that 5 bikes is one too few.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dippy2 on 16 January, 2012, 05:05:51 pm
Looks like a copy of this one,which is the most popular stand in the states
http://www.greenfieldny.com/chart_bicycle.htm



Quote from: clarion on 10 January, 2012, 08:37:40 pm
My Ridgeback in a badass urban setting (well, somewhere amongst the public schools near Dulwich Park ;D )


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0161.jpg)

No, the tyres aren't flat - there's a concrete barrier in between.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harvee on 25 January, 2012, 08:11:02 pm
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761842649/in/photostream)http://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761846743/in/photostreamhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761838975/in/photostreamhttp:/(http://yacf.co.uk/www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761835281/in/photostream)
A link to some pictures of my bike. It is a Holdsworth Cyclone 1951/2. It has a set of fixed wheel tubs but for daily use I have moved wheels,  cranks and bottom bracket across from my other bike. It was £20 in a car boot sale
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 26 January, 2012, 12:34:11 am
Nice Holdsworth Harvee  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Relayer on 26 January, 2012, 04:09:52 pm
Hello YACF, thought I might join you, here (hopefully technology allowing) are my current bikes ...

Mercian Audax (dry weather bike)

(http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac224/relayer_2009/Bikes/BikepicMercian.jpg)

Thorn Raven Sport Tour (all weather runabout)

(http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac224/relayer_2009/Bikes/20110625_0247.jpg)

Cannondale MTB (sadly under abused)

(http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac224/relayer_2009/Bikes/BikepicCannondale.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 26 January, 2012, 05:24:35 pm
Please please tell me how you manage to Audax without getting wet? (Audax dry weather bike)

Nice bikes all of them. You've kitted them out well to my mind. Mmm honey and green.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 26 January, 2012, 06:26:08 pm
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 26 January, 2012, 05:24:35 pm
Mmm honey and green.

Honey and green (http://ciclismoperegrino.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/img_0006.jpg), you say.  O:-)   By summer matching bar tape will be added.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: harvee on 26 January, 2012, 07:35:45 pm
Quote from: Feline on 26 January, 2012, 12:34:11 am
Nice Holdsworth Harvee  :thumbsup:
Thank you.
I am trying to post the actual pictures but to no avail.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 26 January, 2012, 09:39:21 pm
Quote from: harvee on 25 January, 2012, 08:11:02 pm
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761842649/in/photostream)http://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761846743/in/photostreamhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761838975/in/photostreamhttp:/(http://yacf.co.uk/www.flickr.com/photos/75174611@N02/6761835281/in/photostream)
A link to some pictures of my bike. It is a Holdsworth Cyclone 1951/2. It has a set of fixed wheel tubs but for daily use I have moved wheels,  cranks and bottom bracket across from my other bike. It was £20 in a car boot sale.
Quote from: harvee on 26 January, 2012, 07:35:45 pm
Quote from: Feline on 26 January, 2012, 12:34:11 am
Nice Holdsworth Harvee  :thumbsup:
Thank you.
I am trying to post the actual pictures but to no avail.


Like this ?

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6761842649_e395967d56.jpg)

Actions > All Sizes > choose one. Then right click for properties.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 January, 2012, 07:25:49 am
And what might this be ...?

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BQ29sY2hlc3Rlci0yMDEyMDEyNS0wMDM5NC5qcGc.jpg)

Surely not another bike???

Stood next to the box is The Current Mrs R, chuffed isn't she?  ;D

The bike (more details to follow during the fettling process, which has already become protracted), is a folding bike.  Thus, I have no idea why it was shipped unfolded in a fooking massive box!  I had it delivered to TCMR's sandwich shop and it was so big it couldn't be put out the back and had to stay where is was dropped by the delivery bod, where it prevented the shop door from opening fully.  I then persuaded the sainted TCMR to collect me from the station so we could drive over to the shop and collect it.  TCMR found the whole episode lots of fun.  The bike is now on my work stand in the lounge so I can fettle it in the warm. 

Does anyone have any spare Brownie points?  Mine seem to be all used up.  TCMR would like a new husband, one that isn't an obsessiveness cyclist  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 January, 2012, 07:32:00 am
Get a new bike for TCMR.
Then you'll have n+2 & TCMR-1.
Not a bad swap
 :demon:
 
only joking of course.Some of our SWMBO are rather  O:-) don't you think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 January, 2012, 07:34:11 am
She wouldn't thank me for a new bike.  She already has two and a stoker seat!  You're right, being a cycling wife widow must have it's challenges!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 January, 2012, 07:37:09 am
I see:hence the request for a new folding husband ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 January, 2012, 07:44:23 am
Quote from: jogler on 27 January, 2012, 07:37:09 am
I see:hence the request for a new folding husband ;D

Indeed!  But as I point out (regularly), she should be pleased I'm a cyclist.  Imagine if I was an ardent footie fan wanting to go to all my team's away games and foreign fixtures.  Or an angler wanting to go night fishing every weekend - things could be worse. I'll leave you to decide how well my logic went down  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Relayer on 27 January, 2012, 07:50:12 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 26 January, 2012, 05:24:35 pm
Please please tell me how you manage to Audax without getting wet? (Audax dry weather bike)

Still working on that, very difficult in Scotland, could be why I haven't done an audax for quite some time   :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 27 January, 2012, 11:45:26 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 January, 2012, 07:25:49 am
And what might this be ...?

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BQ29sY2hlc3Rlci0yMDEyMDEyNS0wMDM5NC5qcGc.jpg)

Surely not another bike???



What an appropriate supplier....

How one thing+1 does lead to another
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 January, 2012, 02:50:05 pm
For a small weight penalty I now have a much better tuck position due to the aero bars.  Small gains but the commute should be fun fun fun now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 27 January, 2012, 02:54:02 pm
However, I washed the Enigma also and then felt the weight difference between the steel fixed and the ti Etape. 
I have decided that for my 50th, if not before, I shall buy a titanium fixed wheel frame.  I am going to start saving now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyberknight on 29 January, 2012, 02:21:32 pm
Here is my current fleet. i went for thumbnails  to make it easier, click the photo for a bigger picture

The commuter/winter club runner
Carrera virtuoso witn cruds and spds`s
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/9440/1002ov.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/11/1002ov.jpg/)
The OMFG its snow/ice commuter
Giant iguana for £40 off fleabay with  single sided spds
(http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/8676/photo0025o.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/850/photo0025o.jpg/)
The "nice " bike
Boardman road comp .
Changing the cassette to a closer range as i do not need the monster cassette that came with it but its nice to have the option  :)
(http://img585.imageshack.us/img585/4108/10041j.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/585/10041j.jpg/)

Both road bikes could do with dropping the stem down a spacer i reckon as i tend to always ride with my elbows close to the handlebars , th giant could do with dropping as well i reckon but  there all a "when i get chance " job :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 29 January, 2012, 07:01:06 pm
Here it is, my first 'proper' bike.  Mid-fettle, as Crusty was trying to build it up to SS to take to India.  Thankfully, he decided to take his own bike, with gears.

(http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/Kildale%20YACF%20Jan%202012/006.jpg)

My word, it's a sad and sorry sight these days.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 January, 2012, 07:17:15 pm
It doesn't look so bad. Although... are those plastic brake levers?  :o

Nice dresser!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 January, 2012, 11:51:34 am
Where's the marmite?  Shocking oversight, m'dear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 30 January, 2012, 12:13:10 pm
I've lightened Oscar's pic a bit, and discovered this:

Sadly, I have had to remove the photo because of certain sensitivities.  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 01:11:03 pm
Time to post a picture of N+1 here now it has it's accessories on and has had a shake down ride! This bike came courtesy of a matured life insurance policy I had forgotten I had and a surprise tax refund  ;D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0198.jpg)
On-One Pompetamine Versa 11 Speed Pro

Spec:
Avid BB7 Mechanical Disc Brake Road / 160mm Rotors
Versa VRS11 Brake Levers Pair For Alfine 11sp / Black
Shimano SLX RT64 Centrelock 180mm Rotors
KMC X9SL Superlight Chain / Nickel Plated Silver
Shimano S500 Alfine Chainset With Single Chain Guard / Black / 170mm / 39T
OnOne Pompetamine CrMo Urban Fork / 700c / Black
OnOne Pompetamine CroMo Urban Frame / Medium / Black
FSA SLK Carbon Seatpost / 272 mm / 350 mm / 20 mm Layback
FSA OS115 Road Stem with Alloy Faceplate / 90 mm / Black / 6 degrees / 318 mm Clamp
Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Tyre / 700c / 35 mm / Black Brown with Reflective Strip
Shimano Alfine 11spd 29er 700c Disc Wheelset / 36h Black / Deore 595 / DT TK540 Black 36h Front 36h Rear
Shimano Alfine Sprocket with Chain Guide / 20t
Planet X Road Bar Strada Shallow Drop / 38 cm / Matt Black / 318 mm Clamp
OnOne Smoothie Light Headset / 11/8 / Black / External
SKS 45mm mudguards black
Shimano M520 pedals black
Brooks B17s saddle black
Topeak Super Tourist DX Pannier Rack for Disc Brakes
Carradice Bagman QR bracket
Cateye reflex auto rack mounted tail light
Fenix LD20 with lock block front light
Ahead spacer mounted bell

Also has Schwalbe winter tyres with studs to go on when needed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2012, 01:16:19 pm
Nice. Just wondering, do you have one Carradice for each bike or do you move it around as necessary?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 01:20:28 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2012, 01:16:19 pm
Nice. Just wondering, do you have one Carradice for each bike or do you move it around as necessary?

Well the reason for the QR block on the back of each Brooks saddle is I can move saddlebags around instantaneously, but I do have 3 Carradice of different sizes on the go: Barley, Camper Longflap and the one on the Picture above is the small 2 litre zipped roll bag :)
I find on my 2 bikes with racks there is no need for a Bagman support because they will rest on the rack and the third loop can be velcro strapped to the rack to prevent and swingage or bounceage  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2012, 01:25:15 pm
Exceptionally lovely Feline. 

I too will soon reporting on some Alfine goodness but only an 8-speed.  It's exciting nonetheless as this will be my first experience of gears inna can since the SA 3-speed Elswick Safeway I used to ride to school!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2012, 01:25:51 pm
Ok, I'm a bit confused about these SQR brackets and Bagmans - you list a Bagman for that bike, I thought an SQR was a big block attaching the bag to the seat post. Anyways, I can't believe that bag is only 2 litres - looks much bigger!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 01:32:28 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2012, 01:25:51 pm
Ok, I'm a bit confused about these SQR brackets and Bagmans - you list a Bagman for that bike, I thought an SQR was a big block attaching the bag to the seat post. Anyways, I can't believe that bag is only 2 litres - looks much bigger!

I'm not a fan of the SQR with carbon seat posts, this one is the QR that goes with the Bagman, but you can buy it on it's own:
(http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/small/17553.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 01 February, 2012, 02:35:52 pm
Quote from: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 01:11:03 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0198.jpg)
On-One Pompetamine Versa 11 Speed Pro


Lovely  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 01 February, 2012, 04:12:33 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2012, 01:25:51 pm
I thought an SQR was a big block attaching the bag to the seat post.

that is correct,viz

http://www.carradice.co.uk/products/other/sqrclamp



and this

http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=other&product_id=87

is a Bagman quick release fitted to a saddle


and this

http://www.carradice.co.uk/products/other/bagman

is a Bagman q/r with a saddlebag support.

hth
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 01 February, 2012, 09:32:10 pm
That looks really nice, Feline :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 February, 2012, 09:33:49 pm
Feline,
How quickly does it stop with those discs?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 09:37:34 pm
Quote from: GruB on 01 February, 2012, 09:33:49 pm
Feline,
How quickly does it stop with those discs?

A lot quicker than I was intending when I forgot they were discs  ;D
I have yet to do a steep descent where they actually get hot. It was great when I rode through deep mud and the brakes were unaffected afterwards!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2012, 09:41:35 pm
Looks good  :)

The BB7s will benefit from a few good long steep downhills to get them settled.

How do you find that gear cable, they way it is routed with a very long unsupported section like that? Does it get in the way?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 February, 2012, 09:42:00 pm
Well, if we are going to be picky, that front skewer is at quite a dangerous angle too  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 09:57:57 pm
Quote from: Kim on 01 February, 2012, 02:35:52 pm
Lovely  :thumbsup:
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2012, 01:25:15 pm
Exceptionally lovely Feline. 
Quote from: Butterfly on 01 February, 2012, 09:32:10 pm
That looks really nice, Feline :D

Thanks  ;D
I chose this for function only but I am impressed by it's stealthy good looks.

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2012, 09:41:35 pm
Looks good  :)

The BB7s will benefit from a few good long steep downhills to get them settled.

How do you find that gear cable, they way it is routed with a very long unsupported section like that? Does it get in the way?

It hasn't got in the way as yet, I suppose sticking the bike in the car might be one occasion when I have to watch out for it.

Quote from: GruB on 01 February, 2012, 09:42:00 pm
Well, if we are going to be picky, that front skewer is at quite a dangerous angle too  ;D

I stuck it there out of the way when I was fitting the mudguards and haven't bothered to put it back yet. However I am keeping an eagle eye on it's tightness given the disc brakes. I might swap it for a non-QR one, or wait until I replace the hub with a SON28 then it will get an allen key skewer anyway!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 01 February, 2012, 10:02:36 pm
What's wrong with the QR angle?  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 01 February, 2012, 10:04:03 pm
F,
I wasn't really having a dig.  It is just Sod's Law.  You take a nice picture of your pride and joy and there is always some smart arse that points something out that at the time you hadn't quite adjusted properly but didn't realise when you took the photo.   That is what happens to me  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 01 February, 2012, 10:12:56 pm
I still don't understand why the angle of the front QR is "dangerous". On a road bike it can point in any direction you like, it really doesn't matter. I would always point it backwards on an off road bike just in case you get something caught in it. Even if it was an off road bike - it would be OK as it's facing backwards...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 01 February, 2012, 10:38:17 pm
More to the point, it's on the wrong side!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 02 February, 2012, 01:14:04 am
It's now wearing Schwalbe winter studded tyres! The clearance with the guards is a little tight, but I fettled it until it fitted :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/2011-10-15iPhone4S012.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/2011-10-15iPhone4S013.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/2011-10-15iPhone4S014.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 02 February, 2012, 01:16:26 am
Be careful with those on the wooden floor.  DACrinklyLionHSKT  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 02 February, 2012, 01:18:44 am
Quote from: Kim on 02 February, 2012, 01:16:26 am
Be careful with those on the wooden floor.  DACrinklyLionHSKT  ;D

They don't feel very good when you run your toe over with them either  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 02 February, 2012, 01:20:47 am
Quote from: Feline on 02 February, 2012, 01:18:44 am
Quote from: Kim on 02 February, 2012, 01:16:26 am
Be careful with those on the wooden floor.  DACrinklyLionHSKT  ;D

They don't feel very good when you run your toe over with them either  ;D

Or when you spin the wheel and stop it by hand...   :facepalm:

Those studs are seriously hard stuff.  Make nice scratches in concrete.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 02 February, 2012, 06:45:23 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 01 February, 2012, 10:38:17 pm
More to the point, it's on the wrong side!

What's wrong with having the QR on the right? That way it doesn't gate caught up with the beak calliper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 February, 2012, 10:18:08 am
Quote from: PaulF on 02 February, 2012, 06:45:23 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 01 February, 2012, 10:38:17 pm
More to the point, it's on the wrong side!

What's wrong with having the QR on the right? That way it doesn't gate caught up with the beak calliper.

As worn by synchronised swimmers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 02 February, 2012, 12:36:37 pm
Quote from: Feline on 01 February, 2012, 01:11:03 pm
Time to post a picture of N+1 here now it has it's accessories on and has had a shake down ride! This bike came courtesy of a matured life insurance policy I had forgotten I had and a surprise tax refund  ;D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/IMG_0198.jpg)
On-One Pompetamine Versa 11 Speed Pro

Lovely! Great addition to the stable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 02 February, 2012, 04:04:19 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 02 February, 2012, 06:45:23 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 01 February, 2012, 10:38:17 pm
More to the point, it's on the wrong side!

What's wrong with having the QR on the right? That way it doesn't gate caught up with the beak calliper.

Two wrongs don't make a right!  :hand:

(qr wrong way round and discs on a road bike)   :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 02 February, 2012, 08:30:50 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2012, 09:41:35 pm
Looks good  :)

The BB7s will benefit from a few good long steep downhills to get them settled.

How do you find that gear cable, they way it is routed with a very long unsupported section like that? Does it get in the way?

On mine I have a zip tie holding it into the steerer tube. Much as I love mine (and love Feline's at least three gears worth more) and I do. there are some agricultural touches about its implementation, notably the fork mod to take the discs and the cable runs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 02 February, 2012, 08:44:45 pm
Quote from: Ham on 02 February, 2012, 08:30:50 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2012, 09:41:35 pm
Looks good  :)

The BB7s will benefit from a few good long steep downhills to get them settled.

How do you find that gear cable, they way it is routed with a very long unsupported section like that? Does it get in the way?

On mine I have a zip tie holding it into the steerer tube. Much as I love mine (and love Feline's at least three gears worth more) and I do. there are some agricultural touches about its implementation, notably the fork mod to take the discs and the cable runs.

Having ridden mine >50 miles today I love it too much to care  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 February, 2012, 08:46:53 pm
So it went well then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 02 February, 2012, 08:50:09 pm
Quote from: GruB on 02 February, 2012, 08:46:53 pm
So it went well then?

Yeah, the Alfine gears were smooth and faultless and the bike a really nice ride, I managed >12mph average even with the studded tyres  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 02 February, 2012, 08:55:26 pm
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 February, 2012, 07:23:42 pm
I haz a Alfine envy . . .

Derailleurs are so last year, darling!

Srsly. That is a beauty.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 04 February, 2012, 07:29:09 pm
This is not technically a members bike because my son has not yet succumbed to the lure of yacf. But he is very chuffed with his birthday pressie  :D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/chris18th.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 04 February, 2012, 07:39:45 pm
that just oozes stret-cred;innit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 04 February, 2012, 07:42:01 pm
Quote from: jogler on 04 February, 2012, 07:39:45 pm
that just oozes stret-cred;innit.

Yes, this morning he announced he was 'swagged up' after opening his presents!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 04 February, 2012, 07:42:48 pm
Wheels and bar tape are so whiter-than-white they look positively photoshopped.  Still, nothing a ride won't fix  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 February, 2012, 07:44:40 pm
All I can say is 'Hoxton'  :P  :-*

Happy birthday to the lad!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 February, 2012, 07:46:18 pm
I've already posted this in the good news thread, but screw it, I'll post it here, too - the first pictures of Pugsley:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150517421511636.360423.527151635&type=1&l=b6d5bd5a62 (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150517421511636.360423.527151635&type=1&l=b6d5bd5a62)

Better quality pics will follow when the rear wheel is rebuilt with it's black Alfine-8 - I'm a bit bummed that it wasn't ready to roll (but then I didn't expect it to be) because it's perfect Pugsley weather outside (ie. a couple of inches of snow :) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 February, 2012, 08:39:53 pm
Links no work. but I still have fat envy ??? Shall save my pennies for the autumn. Maybe an On-One?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 February, 2012, 08:45:23 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 04 February, 2012, 08:39:53 pm
Links no work. but I still have fat envy ??? Shall save my pennies for the autumn. Maybe an On-One?
I've changed the link .. maybe that one will work. I plan to take 'proper' pics when the build is complete.

I'll be interested to see how the On-One fat bike turns out - can't say that I'm keen on the looks of the prototype, mind. Stealth black Pugsley FTW ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 February, 2012, 10:23:40 pm
That works better! 

Quite like the On One but I'll wait to see what a production version looks like!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: thesloth on 05 February, 2012, 11:45:16 am
Cannondal 2010 tandem.
Sadly it won't be going anywhere today:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7026/6822263731_7099563120_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thesloth94/6822263731/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 February, 2012, 11:49:18 am
Go on, go for a ride on it.  You know you want to!

Your Stoker's Mileage May Vary ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 05 February, 2012, 11:49:41 am
That Cannondale very nice.The winter camouflage being very appropriate.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2012, 11:53:47 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/snowbike.jpg)

Claud in the snow.  Only 4 miles but enough to prove Marathon Winters work very well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 06 February, 2012, 04:36:51 am
Commuting/pootling bike.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6827666999_101cde0f68_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/6827666999/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/6827666999/) by Hey look, it's Luke! (http://www.flickr.com/people/60205142@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bartonflyer on 08 February, 2012, 11:01:02 am
Newly collected yesterday afternoon - I'm chuffed to little mintballs!!

(http://www.ianj49.co.uk/zumo/bike1.jpg)

(http://www.ianj49.co.uk/zumo/bike2.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 February, 2012, 11:11:20 am
Nice.  What is it, though?  I can't read the graphics.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bartonflyer on 08 February, 2012, 11:13:36 am
It's a Geoff Smith Pennine - same frame as Paul Hewitts Cheviot SE and similar fit
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 February, 2012, 11:17:13 am
Aha!  I've never heard of Geoff Smith, but that's a good frame (also used by Pearsons, Byercycles et al), so I hope you have many happy miles on what looks like a seriously classy bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 08 February, 2012, 11:22:33 am
That's very nice BF.I particularly like the Handlebars.What model are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bartonflyer on 08 February, 2012, 11:29:29 am
FSA Omega compact - and to be honest I'm not sure what tape he's put on, but it feels pretty commfortable
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 February, 2012, 11:31:35 am
Yes, I like that bend.  More usable than most.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 08 February, 2012, 11:44:56 am
They look like the same curve as on the FSA Wing compact, the curve is known as a CVR curve (Constantly Variable Radius).  I have a set on my Ridley, I find them much more comfortable than the standard "anatomical" curve bars (which, to me would only suit your hands if you had any extra hinge joint in the middle of your palm).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 08 February, 2012, 11:56:13 am
Quote from: tiermat on 08 February, 2012, 11:44:56 am
They look like the same curve as on the FSA Wing compact, the curve is known as a CVR curve (Constantly Variable Radius).  I have a set on my Ridley, I find them much more comfortable than the standard "anatomical" curve bars (which, to me would only suit your hands if you had any extra hinge joint in the middle of your palm).
And very similar bars to the  Deda Zero 100 (http://images1.excelcycle.com/images/D/deda-zero100-hbar2-blk-det.jpg) that I have on my audax bike. Very comfy indeed. I get on ok with anatomic bars, but these are much better. Enjoy the new bike.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 08 February, 2012, 01:41:45 pm
Quote from: Bartonflyer on 08 February, 2012, 11:13:36 am
It's a Geoff Smith Pennine - same frame as Paul Hewitts Cheviot SE and similar fit
That's really pretty, Bartonflyer! Hope you have lots of great rides on it :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 10 February, 2012, 08:30:07 pm
My old disco twin tandem.
The original suntour se brakes were poor, and I tried V-brakes to see if these would be more effective and easier to maintain. They are, but not the revelation I'd hoped for. The original arai drum brake was warped and not very effective, so it came off.
I fancied trying the mitec hell-bent bars so put these on the bike, but theyre better for a trail bike rather than anything else, they're too wide for the tandem.  The twist-shifters work very well though, and I replaced chains and cassette with a view to sell it. I'm still half inclined to sell it
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7060/6851959215_291acf3408_z.jpg)
Some more pics here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/6851961471/in/photostream/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 09:06:56 pm
This is how we handle snow in Yorkshire ;D

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7181/6853227709_5274c91caa_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/)
Pugsley in the snow (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7060/6853236065_9be5cfb84a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853236065/)
2012-02-10 16.13.35 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853236065/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Still need to cut the steerer tube, but riding it is an absolute hoot and, despite looking like the cycling equivalent of a monster truck, it only weighs 31lbs according to the digital scale in the bike shop.

Just a pity that we're rapidly running out of snow ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 10 February, 2012, 09:29:57 pm
Looks like an enormous amount of fun :)

As for the snow - there's always sandy beaches?

Frere


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 10 February, 2012, 09:48:10 pm
Quote from: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 09:06:56 pm
This is how we handle snow in Yorkshire ;D

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7181/6853227709_5274c91caa_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/)
Pugsley in the snow (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7060/6853236065_9be5cfb84a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853236065/)
2012-02-10 16.13.35 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853236065/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr

Still need to cut the steerer tube, but riding it is an absolute hoot and, despite looking like the cycling equivalent of a monster truck, it only weighs 31lbs according to the digital scale in the bike shop.

Just a pity that we're rapidly running out of snow ...

How easy is it to change a puncture with those tyres?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 09:58:12 pm
Quote from: GruB on 10 February, 2012, 09:48:10 pm
How easy is it to change a puncture with those tyres?
Ask me again when I've had to repair a puncture ;)
Whilst they're not truly puncture proof, evidence from other fatbike riders seems to suggest that the tyres can put up with pretty much anything short of glass and some of the more tenacious species of cactus(!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 February, 2012, 10:28:34 pm
Quote from: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 09:06:56 pm
This is how we handle snow in Yorkshire ;D

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7181/6853227709_5274c91caa_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/)
Pugsley in the snow (http://www.flickr.com/photos/interzen/6853227709/) by interzen (http://www.flickr.com/people/interzen/), on Flickr


I like it. The proportions / geometry and riding position seem pretty appealing, from the photo. Enjoy! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 10 February, 2012, 11:29:01 pm
Awesome, I have absolutely no need for a Fat Bike but the envy and temptation are enormous...though not as enormous as the bike.

I always thought a Dune Buggy would be a cool car to have when I was a kid as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 February, 2012, 11:37:18 pm
Quote from: MacB on 10 February, 2012, 11:29:01 pm
Awesome, I have absolutely no need for a Fat Bike but the envy and temptation are enormous...though not as enormous as the bike.
It's not actually as big as it looks - the frame is an 18" (same size as my 1x1) but with a slightly more compact main triangle, and with the 3.8" tyres the wheels have roughly the same diameter as the 700c wheels on my orange Genesis. What I don't know yet is whether or not it'll fit in the back of the car - the width of the tyres means that using the roof rack is a non-starter, to say nothing of the effect that the aerodynamics, or lack thereof, of the tyres would do to my fuel consumption ;D

Quote
I always thought a Dune Buggy would be a cool car to have when I was a kid as well.
Yeah, I had a soft spot for those, too.

I'm hoping to do a bit of sand riding later on in the year - I reckon that dune bashing at Spurn Point could be a good way to spend a weekend ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 11 February, 2012, 06:49:23 am
Very nice!!

I too, have no need for a fat bike but not having a need has never stopped me in the past :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 11 February, 2012, 07:37:34 am
Interzen, I am jealous.

I have absolutely no need for a fat bike here on the mean streets of Chiswick, but, blimey, it looks so much fun.  I want one!

I hope it brings you so much joy as it just looks superb in a comedy bike kind of way.

So, when's it's first audax outing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 11 February, 2012, 10:12:28 am
Maybe you need to get yourself a bike specific vehicle, one of those mini van type things that can accomodate bike stands and take at least 3 bikes without any dismantling.

Another thing I lust after :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 11 February, 2012, 10:18:13 am
Quote from: MacB on 11 February, 2012, 10:12:28 am
Maybe you need to get yourself a bike specific vehicle, one of those mini van type things that can accomodate bike stands and take at least 3 bikes without any dismantling.

Another thing I lust after :facepalm:

a VW Transporter T5, something like that would do very well. Another item on my "need" list......

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 February, 2012, 10:35:12 am
I too am totally jealous, mainly because I don't need one but it does look uber cool.  It would be a great head turner.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 February, 2012, 10:55:25 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 11 February, 2012, 07:37:34 am
So, when's it's first audax outing?
Probably a 100km DIY next weekend by way of a shakedown ride (for both bike and rider ;) ) - my 'usual' route between Selby and Howden uses the Trans-Pennine Trail which is predominantly off-road. Whilst it's doable on a bike with 'cross tyres or similar, there's a rocky section of farm track near Howden which could be immense fun on the Pug.

There will, of course, be pictures :)

Somebody has already asked me if I was going to the Easter Arrow and the Mille Alba on it - I think doing a 1000km ride on a monster truck might be a bit too much like taking the mickey :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 February, 2012, 10:59:30 am
Does it feel REALLY heavy?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 February, 2012, 11:06:44 am
Quote from: GruB on 11 February, 2012, 10:59:30 am
Does it feel REALLY heavy?
Not really - it rides like, well, a bike, albeit one with slightly fatter tyres.
The steering feels a bit sluggish to begin with, particularly on snow, but you get used to it surprisingly quickly.

The biggest problem I've found is that if you ride on hardpack or tarmac with the tyre pressure too low you do bounce around a bit, but increasing the pressure to 30-35psi(!) sorted that. On the other hand, running the tyres at 15psi on snow results in an awesome amount of traction, and Surly rate the tyres down to 5psi(!) for really deep stuff.

I'm still getting over the fact that it weighs a lot less than my first 'proper' touring bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 11 February, 2012, 11:13:03 am
On the way home last night I was hitting 10 - 12 mph on the snow covered frozen cycle path.  But I struggled when I hit uneven surface underneath.  The Marathon Winters were too high a pressure I think coz they bit and my ride was a bit like a roller coaster at times.  But that is the catch 22 of having 7 miles on road that was slush but could have been icy, then 7 miles of cycle path then 7 more miles of road again.  Because I drop from 458ft above sea level to 35 ft the temp can vary quite a lot and there appears to be micro climates within the Vale and then again when I hit the plain.

I think I need a Monsta Bike like yours.  At least on the tarmac sections I would be stupidly grinning at myself so the sluggishness wouldn't get me down, while on the snow I would be giggling away me thinks.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 11 February, 2012, 11:39:21 am
Quote from: interzen on 11 February, 2012, 11:06:44 am
Quote from: GruB on 11 February, 2012, 10:59:30 am
Does it feel REALLY heavy?
Not really - it rides like, well, a bike, albeit one with slightly fatter tyres.
The steering feels a bit sluggish to begin with, particularly on snow, but you get used to it surprisingly quickly.

The biggest problem I've found is that if you ride on hardpack or tarmac with the tyre pressure too low you do bounce around a bit, but increasing the pressure to 30-35psi(!) sorted that. On the other hand, running the tyres at 15psi on snow results in an awesome amount of traction, and Surly rate the tyres down to 5psi(!) for really deep stuff.

I'm still getting over the fact that it weighs a lot less than my first 'proper' touring bike!

Hope you have a decent, robust track pump to get all that air in :)

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 11 February, 2012, 12:43:11 pm
I think Interzen could set up a dedicated Fat Bike/Monster Truck thread where we could all drool properly, and endlessly  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 February, 2012, 01:05:07 pm
Quote from: MacB on 11 February, 2012, 12:43:11 pm
I think Interzen could set up a dedicated Fat Bike/Monster Truck thread where we could all drool properly, and endlessly  ;D
Start here: http://www.pugsley-on-patrol.org.uk/  - this site is nothing at all to do with me, but it's quite entertaining and very informative - a lot of the stuff on this site has influenced my build.  I *think* it's the same guy who posts as 'coastkid' on the Singletrack forums - he also has a blog here: http://coastkid.blogspot.com/

If you have a look on Youtube there's a video of him riding across an unfeasibly rocky beach on a Surly Moonlander, whose tyres make those on the Pug look positively anorexic ;D

Finally, this is worth a read: http://www.freespiritwear.com/akadventures.htm - if you can get past the extensive use of That Font, it's very good reading and their 'Arctic Bike Adventure' is totally off the scale even by my rather lax standards.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbPERR2aybc
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pixieannie on 16 February, 2012, 10:55:42 pm
She has had a face lift and is well on her way to becoming a thing of beauty.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/nettienoodles/019-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gordon taylor on 17 February, 2012, 10:33:37 am
I don't think I've posted a picture of our tandem before.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c22/gordon1314/IMG_2808.jpg)

The BMX stoker bars were a recent addition to help get a child securely on the rear seat - whilst giving her a bit of a view.

We bought it in 2003 (?) so that my son and I could ride 300 miles to Edinburgh. It's hardly been used since then, but is a hoot when we drag it out of the shed and do tiny trips. It's a KHS Tandemania Alite - American company, Taiwanese frame (I think.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 February, 2012, 11:07:28 am
Isn't KHS an evolution of Kuwahara? Kuwahara has been making tandems (and road/ MTB/ etc) bikes since at least the early 80s. They started making tandems because the owner wanted to ride them. Nice bikes in general.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 February, 2012, 06:32:09 pm
I always thought KHS was a German firm, but I never had any evidence for that, I'd just assumed it for some reason - possibly the style of the bikes - kind of sensible? Or possibly no such reason!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 17 February, 2012, 09:37:06 pm
Wiki suggests I'm wrong and I can't remember what may have linked the two brands, so figure I am wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 05:07:19 pm
Here a few pictures of my as yet unnamed new bike.  It is a Dahon Cadenza XL bought at a substantial discount from Chain Reaction.  It looks like the Cadenza is being phased out which is a shame as the 26" wheeled bikes in Dahon's current range look awful (in my opinion).

The bike was purchased for a specific purpose.  I now spend some of my working week in London and have foolishly decided to try for a SR Series this audax year.  Therefore I need to get some serious miles in.  The plan is to take the bike on the train one day a week and then ride home in the evening, a distance of 40-ish miles.  The first trip will hopefully be this Wednesday.  The bike folds in the middle (I will post some folded pictures at a later date) so will be allowed on the train if the experiences of Oaky of this parish are anything to go by, he has a Cadenza too.

The bike came without mudguards, a rack and bar ends but did come with Schwalbe Big Apple tyres.  The Big Apples have been replaced by Marathon Pluses which I already had.  The saddle has already been taken off as have the pedals.  The saddle you see is temporary pending the purchase of another Brooks.  All the bits taken off are up for sale so get in touch if you're interested.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon7.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon6.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon5.jpg)

The disc brakes and very high rack mounts made fitting the rack a right nightmare.  I managed to find this one with adjustable legs but I still had to get busy with a drill and hack saw.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon4.jpg)

The disc brakes also caused problems with the mudguards so on the rear I had to use the rack mounts and on the front the low rider mounts.  Again much hack sawing was required.

The bike has an 8-speed Alfine hub.  This is my first experience of gears inna can since the the 3-speed Sturmey Archer Elswick Safeway I used to ride to school.  I'm impressed and keen to know what they will be like for climbing.  I have yet to pit the first gear against The Mighty North Hill.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon3.jpg)

The stupid tapered bars make fitting stuff on them difficult.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon2.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/dahon1.jpg)

I've done about 60 miles on it so far and I like it.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: corshamjim on 18 February, 2012, 06:37:01 pm
I like the look of that Cadenza - hugely practical, but distinctive.  Those accessories all go with it very nicely too.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 February, 2012, 06:52:34 pm
I'm not a great fan of folders (though I dare say I would be if had to commute involving train or bus) but one attractive thing about that Dahon is that the wheels look larger than the usual folder - what size are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 06:56:17 pm
Quote from: corshamjim on 18 February, 2012, 06:37:01 pm
I like the look of that Cadenza - hugely practical, but distinctive.  Those accessories all go with it very nicely too.   :thumbsup:

Thanks  :-*

Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 18 February, 2012, 06:52:34 pm
I'm not a great fan of folders (though I dare say I would be if had to commute involving train or bus) but one attractive thing about that Dahon is that the wheels look larger than the usual folder - what size are they?

They are proper 26" wheels.  The fold isn't small but it qualifies to get on the train.  And it rides like a real bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 18 February, 2012, 07:44:46 pm
My Dawes Horizon taken in the morning sunshine at Bristol Harbourside, the Bristol YH is across the water.
Photo taken whilst I was sat in the Wetherspoons sipping an espresso  :thumbsup:

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/16022012458.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 08:31:44 pm
^^^  Very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 18 February, 2012, 09:14:03 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 05:07:19 pm
Here a few pictures of my as yet unnamed new bike. 

There are only two sane responses to this statement:

 - let's keep it that way.
 - it already has a name - Dahon Cadenza XL

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 09:55:57 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 18 February, 2012, 09:14:03 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 05:07:19 pm
Here a few pictures of my as yet unnamed new bike. 

There are only two sane responses to this statement:

 - let's keep it that way.
 - it already has a name - Dahon Cadenza XL

 ;)

But all my bikes have names!

Here are some folded photos.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded3.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded2.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded1.jpg)

As you can see it's not a small fold, the bike literally just folds in half.  You can swing the bars round and drop them down.  Two sizes of allen key are required.  The operation is relatively straightforward but clearly is nowhere near a Brommie's folding abilities.

The cat is called Smokey and belongs to Miss Frith.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IbisTouche on 19 February, 2012, 01:44:39 pm
Quote from: IbisTouche on 19 February, 2012, 11:04:49 am
Our Thorns. Have not been used much the last 1½ year because of a lot of tandeming. We will probably use them this year as I come (hopefully) over my hamstring strain problems.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/55612735@N06/sets/72157625204916293/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/55612735@N06/sets/72157625204916293/)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/55612735@N06/sets/72157625325030848/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/55612735@N06/sets/72157625325030848/)

The Green pair of Raven Tours we called Dupond & Dupont - the red Audax mk III were named the Redbacks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 19 February, 2012, 05:08:48 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 05:07:19 pm
Here a few pictures of my as yet unnamed new bike. 

Very nice folder, looks like it would ride like a normal bike pretty much.  :thumbsup: Is is stable when stood up folded (as in on the train) ?
I think you should call him Dave or Daniel!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cwbuk on 19 February, 2012, 05:19:19 pm
how do I post a photograph?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 05:22:15 pm
Quote from: Feline on 19 February, 2012, 05:08:48 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2012, 05:07:19 pm
Here a few pictures of my as yet unnamed new bike. 

Very nice folder, looks like it would ride like a normal bike pretty much.  :thumbsup: Is is stable when stood up folded (as in on the train) ?
I think you should call him Dave or Daniel!

Yes, its pretty stable.  Can't call it Dave as that's my bosses name!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 19 February, 2012, 05:29:40 pm
I always use a bungy cord through the grab handles in the train lobby to stop my Cadenza falling over on the trains.  It's mostly stable, but the bigger lurches can topple it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 05:46:30 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 19 February, 2012, 05:29:40 pm
I always use a bungy cord through the grab handles in the train lobby to stop my Cadenza falling over on the trains.  It's mostly stable, but the bigger lurches can topple it.

I will have a bungy handy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 19 February, 2012, 06:18:56 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 09:55:57 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded2.jpg)
But all my bikes have names!

Arfur?

(Arfur bike. Geddit? Oh, suit yourselves.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 19 February, 2012, 06:21:22 pm
U R Frankie Howard AICMFP
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: WhizzBang on 19 February, 2012, 06:28:58 pm
Arfur gets my vote  :thumbsup:

Out of interest, roughly how much does a fold up weigh and where do you store it at work?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 19 February, 2012, 06:39:54 pm
Nice choice Oscar's dad. I was very happy with my Cadenza ('07 model, the first with the Lockjaw hinges, derailleurs).. before it got nicked. Dahon's 2012 range sucks, doesn't it....probably down to most of the design team joining Tern (the new company founded by Dr Hon's son and estranged wife, who have patents on most of the designs Dahon's used for the past few years). Tern do have a 26" model, the Joe, but it's not as good looking as the Cadenza. Perhaps Tern will do something similar in future, but they're trying to avoid the over-frequent changes Dahon have had for the last few years.

WizzBang: These are about 13kg.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 07:40:10 pm
I quite like Arfur  :thumbsup:

The official weight is 14.1kg but mine will be more thanks to the bits I have bolted on, not to mention the Marathon Plus boots.  It rides just like a normal bike and so far the hinges don't creak.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 19 February, 2012, 07:50:54 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 09:55:57 am
But all my bikes have names!

Here are some folded photos.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded3.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded2.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded1.jpg)

As you can see it's not a small fold, the bike literally just folds in half.  You can swing the bars round and drop them down.  Two sizes of allen key are required.  The operation is relatively straightforward but clearly is nowhere near a Brommie's folding abilities.

The cat is called Smokey and belongs to Miss Frith.

It's lovely both folded and unfolded.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 07:59:34 pm
Thank you!  I shall be interested to see how easy it is to handle on the train as I shall have 2 panniers!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 25 February, 2012, 12:00:33 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/402763_10150636032753399_770548398_9102645_345321949_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/405925_10150636033083399_770548398_9102648_368305808_n.jpg)

Venturelli, finished. Proud Father  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 25 February, 2012, 12:54:33 pm
^ nice.  Who are Venturelli ? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 25 February, 2012, 01:42:58 pm
Belgian company, don't make this type of bike now.
Frame was made for them by Vaneenhoog another Belgian company.
Must admit when I bought the frame I assumed it was Italian with the name Venturelli.
Very happy with the finished result, just about to take it out for a spin.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 03:23:28 pm
Riding buddy Guy turned out on this little beauty today, frame is pristine. He has recently taught himself to wheel build and pretty much everything else is swapped out. Is a camera photo.


(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/1482/imag0076mlo.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/823/imag0076mlo.jpg/)

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 26 February, 2012, 04:04:05 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 03:23:28 pm
Riding buddy Guy turned out on this little beauty today, frame is pristine. He has recently taught himself to wheel build and pretty much everything else is swapped out. Is a camera photo.


(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/1482/imag0076mlo.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/823/imag0076mlo.jpg/)

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Very clean, lean machine. What handlebars are those?

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 February, 2012, 07:00:56 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 03:23:28 pm
Is a camera photo.

Most are.  ;)

What's the frame btw?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 08:22:03 pm
Puegeot but not sure of the year but he picked it up from a guy for a ridiculously small amount of cash with it having about 10 miles on the clock from new. He will be able to tell manufacture year as frame number is very clear on top of BB. Original decals labelling and supplier logos. Not a particularly special frame (carbon steel 103) but in outstanding condition.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 27 February, 2012, 07:37:15 am
Quote from: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 08:22:03 pm
Puegeot but not sure of the year but he picked it up from a guy for a ridiculously small amount of cash with it having about 10 miles on the clock from new. He will be able to tell manufacture year as frame number is very clear on top of BB. Original decals labelling and supplier logos. Not a particularly special frame (carbon steel 103) but in outstanding condition.

Peugeot frame dating is an art form.

Unlike manufacturers like Carlton and such, they do not follow a pattern for year/month of manufacture, so you need to go on:
Headtube badge
Downtube graphics
Component dating.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 27 February, 2012, 07:40:33 am
When I dated my Peugeot I found the best way was by dating the components.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 27 February, 2012, 10:05:39 am
I thought it was a Peugeot from the graphics, but I couldn't quite make out the logo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 27 February, 2012, 10:42:09 am
(http://www.ewingh.com/eje/pics/divers/VeloFatigue.jpg)

2001 Lapierre Ti frame w. 1" steerer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 27 February, 2012, 10:49:41 am
Quote from: T42 on 27 February, 2012, 10:42:09 am
(http://www.ewingh.com/eje/pics/divers/VeloFatigue.jpg)

2001 Lapierre Ti frame w. 1" steerer.

I recognise that bike. Welcome to YACF, M Le Stack :thumbsup:.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 27 February, 2012, 09:21:36 pm
Thanks for the welcome, but alas I'm not M. Le Stack. This was taken after PBP 2007: I wasn't in PBP 2011 thanks to an unfortunate development during the 600k that prompted frequent hasty excursions into the bushes. 2015, maybe...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 28 February, 2012, 12:17:48 pm
Early 80's Dave Yates bought of Tiermat.  Shimano 105 compact groupset except for the tektro deep drop calipers, Ritchey seatpost 26.8mm, fsa bar/stem & mavic aksium wheels/tyre combo.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6936347213_076e7b5c29_z_d.jpg)

Still need to set up the brakes & gears & just bought a campagnolo seat pin bolt & a black fsa stem cap.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 28 February, 2012, 12:24:50 pm
Quote from: T42 on 27 February, 2012, 09:21:36 pm
Thanks for the welcome, but alas I'm not M. Le Stack. This was taken after PBP 2007: I wasn't in PBP 2011 thanks to an unfortunate development during the 600k that prompted frequent hasty excursions into the bushes. 2015, maybe...

Sorry, I was being too cryptic ;). I have seen your bike on another forum, along with your recent purple bike project.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 28 February, 2012, 02:16:27 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 27 February, 2012, 07:37:15 am
Quote from: Canardly on 26 February, 2012, 08:22:03 pm
Puegeot but not sure of the year but he picked it up from a guy for a ridiculously small amount of cash with it having about 10 miles on the clock from new. He will be able to tell manufacture year as frame number is very clear on top of BB. Original decals labelling and supplier logos. Not a particularly special frame (carbon steel 103) but in outstanding condition.

Peugeot frame dating is an art form.

Unlike manufacturers like Carlton and such, they do not follow a pattern for year/month of manufacture, so you need to go on:
Headtube badge
Downtube graphics
Component dating.
About twenty years ago I met someone who'd got an approximate date by sending photos & a description to Peugeot. They wrote back regretting that they didn't have any records of that frame type, but they did know when they'd stopped making them, & would he please accept the enclosed (new photo)copy of their catalogue from the following year, which included some of the components on his bike. They hoped that he'd find it useful.

The catalogue was dated 1890.  :thumbsup:

He'd restored the bike rather beautifully, & kept all the usable original components. It was a very fine Ordinary.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 28 February, 2012, 05:15:25 pm
There's plenty of old Peugeot catalogues on the web, but it seems they changed the names, paintjobs, graphics and components drastically from country to country. I just tried to find the model (or equivalent) I had in 1989 but couldn't find it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 29 February, 2012, 07:51:15 am
Quote from: Woofage on 28 February, 2012, 12:24:50 pm
Quote from: T42 on 27 February, 2012, 09:21:36 pm
Thanks for the welcome, but alas I'm not M. Le Stack. This was taken after PBP 2007: I wasn't in PBP 2011 thanks to an unfortunate development during the 600k that prompted frequent hasty excursions into the bushes. 2015, maybe...

Sorry, I was being too cryptic ;). I have seen your bike on another forum, along with your recent purple bike project.

And I was being obtuse - should have made the connection. Put it down to the plague.  Nice to see ya.

Elmer le Stack would be a nifty nom-de-plume, if you'll pardon the pun.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 03 March, 2012, 10:02:16 am
Fungus that is a lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 03 March, 2012, 03:32:13 pm
Not much, but it's mine. And for once it's vaguely clean (unlike the patio, before anyone comments):

(http://a.yfrog.com/img611/3726/rm4ue.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 03 March, 2012, 04:53:21 pm
At last I have the replacement for the Miffy Bike in full running order.  It's a lovely light Terry Dolan built Cougar frame in 531c with chromed 653 forks.  I've just replaced the stem and bars with some NOS kit from Planet-X.  The wheels are 105 hubs on Mavic Open SUP rims, bought second hand on a precursor to this forum.  Running as a singlespeed conversion at the moment - that's what Son#1 wanted, and it's the bike he uses on those rare occasions that he rides anything.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7057/6949384851_a158b2f90c_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/6949384851/)
cougar (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/6949384851/) by PaulRide (http://www.flickr.com/people/62297839@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 March, 2012, 07:33:21 am
Quote from: Paul on 19 February, 2012, 06:18:56 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2012, 09:55:57 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Dahonfolded2.jpg)
But all my bikes have names!

Arfur?

(Arfur bike. Geddit? Oh, suit yourselves.)

I have decided to (nearly) follow Paul's suggestion (as validated by WhizzBang in a later post) and name the bike Arthur, I decided not to go for the phonetic spelling.  Decals will be made up shortly and duly stuck on Arthur's cross bar.

Arthur's ability to fold in two and become Arthur a Bike have proved useful so far.  We have had one ride out of London, with the second ride this Wednesday.  And last Wednesday, he got folded up and popped in the car boot for a trip to Wales.  We did a 30 mile loop from Cardiff.  Due to navigational errors on my behalf the ride was slightly more exciting than planned and we ended up on a muddy farm track, on a shut off dual carriage way and a long road tunnel  ::-)

Here we see Arthur out on manoeuvres yesterday.  The Alfine 8-speed hub proved more than up to ascending The Mighty North Hill.  Behind Arthur you can see one of the four North Hill pigs ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BTWFsZG9uLTIwMTIwMzAzLTAwMDMzLmpwZw.jpg)

My glove is on the ground as one of the pigs nearly had it off the rack!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 06 March, 2012, 09:01:08 am
Picked up my new n+1 last night

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7054/6958405269_b2b7924332_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6958405269/)
Pugsley 1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6958405269/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr

EDITLet me know if you can't view the picture as I'm hosting them somewhere new moved to Flickr so should be visible

I've started a thread here (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=57482.0) for the progress :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyK on 06 March, 2012, 04:20:09 pm
This year's incarnation:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/IMG_1352.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/IMG_1353.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 March, 2012, 04:36:29 pm
Nice! How do you find the butterfly bars? The few times I've used them, I hated them - but they were plastic(!!!) on a downright weird bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyK on 06 March, 2012, 05:04:42 pm
I bought it new in 2009 and it looked like this:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/tsrbeach4.jpg)

But after a while I found the straight bar a bit limiting, so I switched to drops:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/MoultonAvatar.jpg)

After another while I realised I was very rarely using the drops so I switched to bullhorns:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Dg/P1010731.jpg)

But there still wasn't enough variation in position, so I went for a set of fully adjustable Humpert Ergotec adjustable butterfly bars (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/humpert-ahs-premium-adjustable-handlebars-600-mm-wide-254-mm-clamp-prod24407/), and haven't looked back.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 March, 2012, 05:46:45 pm
But you haven't yet tried North Road, moustache or tri-bars!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 March, 2012, 09:10:32 pm
The Rohloffed tourer has had some modifications; it's been magic-geared and it's got the Kinesis fork from my light bike:-

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7049/6941520055_8f1a38e345_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6941520055/)
12-02-29 Enigma/Rohloff/ Kinesis DC19 LHS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6941520055/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7064/6795402212_400640fd8e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6795402212/)
12-02-29 Enigma/Rohloff/ Kinesis DC19 RHS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6795402212/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7189/6941517085_acbb8cc438_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6941517085/)
12-02-29 Enigma/Rohloff rack mounting RHS 3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/6941517085/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 06 March, 2012, 09:28:54 pm
Chains a bit  :o :o :o ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 06 March, 2012, 09:36:25 pm
Quote from: GruB on 06 March, 2012, 09:28:54 pm
Chains a bit  :o :o :o ::-)

I knew someone would say that  ;)

Surely I'm allowed since it's a hub-gear and not a fixie ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 06 March, 2012, 10:06:33 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 06 March, 2012, 09:36:25 pm
Quote from: GruB on 06 March, 2012, 09:28:54 pm
Chains a bit  :o :o :o ::-)

I knew someone would say that  ;)

Surely I'm allowed since it's a hub-gear and not a fixie ?

Be grateful no one has commented (yet) on the state of mortaring, the slabs, and the leaves....

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 06 March, 2012, 10:16:42 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 06 March, 2012, 09:36:25 pm
Quote from: GruB on 06 March, 2012, 09:28:54 pm
Chains a bit  :o :o :o ::-)

I knew someone would say that  ;)

Surely I'm allowed since it's a hub-gear and not a fixie ?

Have it as slack as you like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 06 March, 2012, 10:27:53 pm
No! You can still lose the chain on a singlespeed or hub geared bike and whilst not as severe as on fixed it can still be 'interesting'. I lost mine once on my singlespeed on 6th Avenue in New York, not an experience I'm keen to repeat. The chain still needs to be tight, not so much that you mash the freewheel bearings but tight enough not to come off unless you want it to. About 1/2" movement when the chain is slackest.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ferret on 06 March, 2012, 10:40:56 pm
Quote from: Frere on 06 March, 2012, 10:06:33 pm
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 06 March, 2012, 09:36:25 pm
Quote from: GruB on 06 March, 2012, 09:28:54 pm
Chains a bit  :o :o :o ::-)

I knew someone would say that  ;)

Surely I'm allowed since it's a hub-gear and not a fixie ?

Be grateful no one has commented (yet) on the state of mortaring, the slabs, and the leaves....

Frere

well I was going to mention the efflorescence on the brickwork, but it doesn't look that bad ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 07 March, 2012, 11:53:53 am
The wall is the responsibility of the landlord but I'm going to have to investigate the chain..............


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 March, 2012, 08:28:52 pm
This has been seen before on here but this year's version now sports a rack and a shorter stem . . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/11032012138.jpg)

The Saddle of StanTM has been consigned to the spares bin and will be recycled onto a sales bike. The Flux is a kind of Charge Spoon clone which feels good on a little shakedown pootle without padded shorts or SPD shoes

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/11032012141.jpg)

The shorter stem makes the bike feel much better.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/11032012140.jpg)

The fence isn't mine and last saw paint about 3 years ago but if I don't paint it, no bugger will!

ETA: Having just seen the pictures I'll redo them with the camera ASAP to replace the crappy phone images. Sorry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 11 March, 2012, 08:32:51 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fhtwzKpozSs/T1vD1p-9jCI/AAAAAAAACck/7AOqSFSj8Q8/s400/3302012-03-10%252009.43.47.jpg)

Lily, my Dawes Galaxy, in Brighton after doing the FNRttC :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 March, 2012, 08:39:04 pm
I have a feeling that everyone should own at least one Dawes Galaxy at some stage in their life.

In fact, is it not TEH LAW?

Oh! Butterfly. VERY nice bike BTW.  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 11 March, 2012, 08:41:59 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 11 March, 2012, 08:39:04 pm
I have a feeling that everyone should own at least one Dawes Galaxy at some stage in their life.

In fact, is it not TEH LAW?
If it isn't, it should be :thumbsup:.

This is my mountain/winter bike in work mode:

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pTIcLhX4nQM/Tps87y9GupI/AAAAAAAACYI/5XKH3IawZzU/s400/2011-09-29%252009.52.49.jpg)

and slightly blurry in touring mode:

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-05IV0ki4RWc/T10PDpH-aZI/AAAAAAAAChg/UYBoO_E23bU/s400/2011-08-23%252020.12.04.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 March, 2012, 08:44:37 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 11 March, 2012, 08:39:04 pm
I have a feeling that everyone should own at least one Dawes Galaxy at some stage in their life.

I used to base the upgrades to my tourers on being 'better than' the current Galaxy. ;D

But I do now own one (albeit forty years old) ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 11 March, 2012, 08:49:27 pm
I had a near-miss with one that was being sold locally last year.  Saved by an incompatible frame size, rather than common sense and already having two perfectly good (if not measurably better) touring bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 March, 2012, 08:59:47 pm
BTW. Tiermat I just wanted to tell you publicly that it has SIXTEEN fully functioning gear ratios  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 11 March, 2012, 09:55:32 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 11 March, 2012, 08:32:51 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fhtwzKpozSs/T1vD1p-9jCI/AAAAAAAACck/7AOqSFSj8Q8/s400/3302012-03-10%252009.43.47.jpg)

Lily, my Dawes Galaxy, in Brighton after doing the FNRttC :)
Needs respraying in PINK ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 08:20:39 am
Well my rebuilds continue, this is first off the press, my Ti road frame now re-done with the Ti/Black/Red colour scheme and sporting Salsa La Cruz steel disc forks. Apart from that main changes are a move to 10 speed with 105 parts and Salsa Cowbell bars which are a bit flared out and pretty wide across the top. Currently in Winter mode with Marathon tyres and the clip on hybrid mudguards:-

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7058/6975432153_ef387b627a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432153/)
Burls Road 1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432153/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7183/6975432301_8cdd2be813.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432301/)
Burls Road 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432301/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7206/6975432539_087d275e05.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432539/)
Burls Road 3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432539/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7197/6975432713_2bf9018514.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432713/)
Burls Road 4 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432713/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7190/6975432861_888ca497aa.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432861/)
Burls Road 5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6975432861/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Frere on 12 March, 2012, 09:40:00 am
That's a very nice set up, MacB. Lots thought given to details, and nice to see those forks :)

Interesting to see those platform pedals - currently using Ergons.

How does it ride?

Frere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 12:58:11 pm
Well it feels all light and fast to me but that's because I had put a hub gear on this frame when I initially went from 9 speed. I decided not to run the Rohloff on this frame as it isn't braced between the stays and I was concerned about the torque. I also decided that two hub gear bikes would be fine, the tour/allrounder and the 29er, so I'd kit this out primarily as a fair weather bike.

The platforms work fine, they are grippier than my previous ones with molded pins, I may have to remove a couple of the pins. I know it's a cardinal sin on a bike but I find it comfier and, most importantly, more enjoyable to ride like this.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 12 March, 2012, 01:07:04 pm
Lovely bike MacB  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 12 March, 2012, 01:32:46 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 11 March, 2012, 08:32:51 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fhtwzKpozSs/T1vD1p-9jCI/AAAAAAAACck/7AOqSFSj8Q8/s400/3302012-03-10%252009.43.47.jpg)

Lily, my Dawes Galaxy, in Brighton after doing the FNRttC :)

Very nice, but how did simon react?

Mud guards, Check
Rear Rack, Check
Front Rack, Check
Bag large enough for a weeks tour, Check.

 :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 02:22:09 pm
Quote from: matthew on 12 March, 2012, 01:32:46 pm

Very nice, but how did simon react?


I think that's Simon bundled up inside the suitcasesaddlepack
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:24:59 pm
Simon can be a bit sensitive about what you turn up with.  A new years back I rocked up at HPC with a wife and two large panniers bolted to the back of the tandem.  He called me "a menace to society!"  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 02:34:41 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:24:59 pm
Simon can be a bit sensitive about what you turn up with.  A new years back I rocked up at HPC with a wife and two large panniers bolted to the back of the tandem.  He called me "a menace to society!"  ;D

Bit harsh bolting the wife on
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:38:57 pm
Quote from: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 02:34:41 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:24:59 pm
Simon can be a bit sensitive about what you turn up with.  A new years back I rocked up at HPC with a wife and two large panniers bolted to the back of the tandem.  He called me "a menace to society!"  ;D

Bit harsh bolting the wife on

She probably wished I had.  It was her first outing with SPDs and she ended up sprawled in the middle of a busy London street with the tandem on top of her after I made a cock up and didn't give her enough time to unclip.  Suffice to say she's not used SPDs since!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 02:53:42 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:38:57 pm
Quote from: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 02:34:41 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 02:24:59 pm
Simon can be a bit sensitive about what you turn up with.  A new years back I rocked up at HPC with a wife and two large panniers bolted to the back of the tandem.  He called me "a menace to society!"  ;D

Bit harsh bolting the wife on

She probably wished I had.  It was her first outing with SPDs and she ended up sprawled in the middle of a busy London street with the tandem on top of her after I made a cock up and didn't give her enough time to unclip.  Suffice to say she's not used SPDs since!

Ooooh, bet you were Mr Popular
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 March, 2012, 03:07:11 pm
No, not really  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 12 March, 2012, 06:29:11 pm
This is the latest version of bike stable entry No2, the 29er...having 'decided' that I wasn't allowed 3 Ti frames I elected to have steel as the offroad option. This involved a bit of humming and hawing and I eventually settled on a Surly Karate Monkey as a stop gap...but I've discovered I do rather like the way it rides. I'm also a lot happier throwing around a cheap frame than a fancy one, I seem to be a rather clumsy offroad rider. I paired the frame up with Salsa Grande Cromoto forks, a bit more compliant than the KM ones, and removed and replaced with blanks the frame canti mounts. I nearly bought a Salsa El Mariachi frame, because I wanted the adjustable dropouts, but it lacks all the other fittings and versatility of the KM, plus the KM was less than half the price.

This is it in general road/light trail mode with Halo Twin rail 2.2" tyres and SKS Beavertail clip on guards, plus a rather prominent Topeak Mountain Morph pump. Offroad mode then the tyres get swapped for Bonty Mud X and the mudguards get ditched. It's currently got the SRAM I-9 hub wheel running 34x21(gives 25 to 86 inches) but I have plans around a future Alfine, mainly for the trigger shifter and to match the black colour scheme  :facepalm: I decided that a Rohloff was too much for my offroad needs and it would be of better use on the impending touring frame. I actually think that the 8 speed Alfine will be enough for offroad, though I'll keep an eye on 11 speed prices. The I-9 will either go on my wifes bike or be built into a wheel for a folder.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6976734603_c20dd16cec.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6976734603/)
Surly KM 1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6976734603/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/6830610296_a9173c9fae.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830610296/)
Surly KM 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830610296/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7070/6830610664_9aa4f476ca.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830610664/)
Surly KM 3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830610664/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7179/6830611100_de9aee1903.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830611100/)
Surly KM 4 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/6830611100/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 13 March, 2012, 10:12:32 pm
(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/inbred_mar12.jpg)

On-One Inbred, re-fettled. This was my MTB but a) my Ridgeback needs some TLC and b) I hardly ever used it for its intended purpose. Therefore I put some Kona forks on I had in the shed plus some new guards and swapped the rack from the other bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ed_o_brain on 16 March, 2012, 07:53:38 pm
I try not to touch this thread.. it turns me into the proverbial child in a sweet shop.
This is the entire fleet now.. my über-commuter, prosaic in appearance but with that 'dale frame at it's heart, quite nippy. I know you have seen it before, but as I've just recommissioned it after I lay-off, I thought it worth another mention.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7184/6987876517_c78f90208a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/6987876517/)
uber commuter (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ed_o_brain/6987876517/) by Daniel Cadden Photo (http://www.flickr.com/people/ed_o_brain/), on Flickr

T'is a '95 Canondale M500 which is fairly stock except for the saddles, bars, stem, tyres, guards and rack. The only thing I find unforgiving is the Q-factor which my knees dislike after 30 or 40 miles.

There's some great steeds on here..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 16 March, 2012, 07:56:24 pm
Daniel, that looks pretty nice to me.  How do you get the rack to stay put?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 16 March, 2012, 08:13:19 pm
It has galvanised? brackets from the end of the rack nearest the seat post to braze-ons at the top of the seat stays.
Not easy to see with glass doors as a back drop.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 16 March, 2012, 08:19:52 pm
You're right, Jogler; the same as mine.  Should have gone to Specsavers!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 06:00:51 pm
Dolan Stryke TT
(http://whackson.co.uk/Photos/IMAG0136_600x452.jpg)

Frame upgrade on last year's bike, most of the componentry swapped over. Record 10 speed groupset, with custom 53T all carbon Fibre-Lyte chainring, inner ring is a TA 46T.

As yet un-tested, hope to get out tomorrow afternoon for a shakedown. First race next weekend.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 17 March, 2012, 06:09:16 pm
 :thumbsup: Jeeze, tokamak, that looks like it's going fast even when it's standing still.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: plum on 17 March, 2012, 06:20:31 pm
I notice there's no room for a rack on there, good job there's room for a saddlebag and that frame up front for a basket else how would you get the banana butties on board?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2012, 06:22:41 pm
Quote from: plum on 17 March, 2012, 06:20:31 pm
I notice there's no room for a rack on there, good job there's room for a saddlebag and that frame up front for a basket else how would you get the banana butties on board?

Absolutely.

But, Tokamak, could you just turn the volume down a little bit please? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 08:27:13 pm
Clazza, I'm actually considering removing the Zipp decals. Mainly, I think it will look more stealth ;) I might also argue that the golf-ball dimpled aero rim surface is compromised by the slapping on of huge stickers! Could be worth hundredths of a second, that. ::-) 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 March, 2012, 08:59:05 pm
That bike looks so fast it's scaring me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 09:02:40 pm
Easy now, it's just a racing bike, it means no harm. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 17 March, 2012, 09:51:00 pm
Quote from: plum on 17 March, 2012, 06:20:31 pm
I notice there's no room for a rack on there, good job there's room for a saddlebag and that frame up front for a basket else how would you get the banana butties on board?

he will use a trailer I imagine
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 17 March, 2012, 09:52:33 pm
What depth is the rim on the back ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2012, 10:00:26 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 08:27:13 pm
Clazza, I'm actually considering removing the Zipp decals. Mainly, I think it will look more stealth ;) I might also argue that the golf-ball dimpled aero rim surface is compromised by the slapping on of huge stickers! Could be worth hundredths of a second, that. ::-) 

It all counts. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 10:05:46 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 17 March, 2012, 09:52:33 pm
What depth is the rim on the back ?

I had to look it up, it's a 1080 - http://www.zippwheels.org/zipp-1080/ - 108mm
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 17 March, 2012, 10:31:08 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 10:05:46 pm
Quote from: Dinamo on 17 March, 2012, 09:52:33 pm
What depth is the rim on the back ?

I had to look it up, it's a 1080 - http://www.zippwheels.org/zipp-1080/ - 108mm

108  :o

I bet that makes it interesting in a crosswind !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 10:36:34 pm
It's the front that can be a handful in windy conditions, which is why as a lightweight I plumped for a 404 on the front - quite a few of the bigger guys will run an 808. The smallest women TT'ists I know will still comfortably ride a full disc rear without issue.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 17 March, 2012, 10:41:31 pm
Nice bike Tokamak. Dolan is a club sponsor now, so I've been lusting after one their TT frames for a while.

I really can't see me using those horizontal bars though, I have my Cinelli Angels pointing way up!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 18 March, 2012, 01:02:36 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 06:00:51 pm
Dolan Stryke TT
(http://whackson.co.uk/Photos/IMAG0136_600x452.jpg)

Frame upgrade on last year's bike, most of the componentry swapped over. Record 10 speed groupset, with custom 53T all carbon Fibre-Lyte chainring, inner ring is a TA 46T.

As yet un-tested, hope to get out tomorrow afternoon for a shakedown. First race next weekend.

Would be faster in RED! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 18 March, 2012, 03:31:58 pm
The photo doesn't do the blinging chain justice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 18 March, 2012, 03:51:19 pm
It's taken a little long than expected but I've finished building my first bike:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7036/6846975960_62b3e5897c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/)
IMG_0410 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7201/6993082419_702b4031f8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993082419/)
IMG_0403 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993082419/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7040/6846973480_9b1db3228c_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846973480/)
IMG_0408 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846973480/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7195/6993093883_92472892f8_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993093883/)
IMG_0407 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993093883/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7207/6993086139_b24f51b40c_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993086139/)
IMG_0405 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6993086139/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 18 March, 2012, 07:12:28 pm
Quote from: bobb on 18 March, 2012, 03:31:58 pm
The photo doesn't do the blinging chain justice!
Gold is in this season ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: GruB on 18 March, 2012, 07:25:59 pm
Quote from: токамак on 17 March, 2012, 06:00:51 pm
Dolan Stryke TT
(http://whackson.co.uk/Photos/IMAG0136_600x452.jpg)

Frame upgrade on last year's bike, most of the componentry swapped over. Record 10 speed groupset, with custom 53T all carbon Fibre-Lyte chainring, inner ring is a TA 46T.

As yet un-tested, hope to get out tomorrow afternoon for a shakedown. First race next weekend.

That is sex on wheels to me.  Is it expensive and light?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 18 March, 2012, 08:01:08 pm
Quote from: GruB on 18 March, 2012, 07:25:59 pm
That is sex on wheels to me.  Is it expensive and light?

So expensive that he can't afford wall paper now....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 18 March, 2012, 08:56:04 pm
Quote from: CrinklyUncle on 18 March, 2012, 03:51:19 pm
It's taken a little long than expected but I've finished building my first bike:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7036/6846975960_62b3e5897c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/)
IMG_0410 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

That looks fab! Really nice set up :D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 18 March, 2012, 09:07:15 pm
Btw - when he says he built it, he really means it.  Even the wheels.  Not bad for noob, eh?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 March, 2012, 09:09:34 pm
Well impressive.  :thumbsup: And a bridge in the photo too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2012, 09:13:39 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 18 March, 2012, 08:56:04 pm
Quote from: CrinklyUncle on 18 March, 2012, 03:51:19 pm
It's taken a little long than expected but I've finished building my first bike:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7036/6846975960_62b3e5897c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/)
IMG_0410 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/6846975960/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

That looks fab! Really nice set up :D :thumbsup:

That extra tube curving from the saddle to the bars looks uncomfortable.  You might want to rethink that ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 19 March, 2012, 01:06:43 pm
Very nice CrinklyUncle. The right saddlebag too  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 21 March, 2012, 06:07:04 pm
Finished building my Pugsley today, it's very purple!

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6229/6857326816_d906cfee6f_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6857326816/)
Pugsley Test Flight (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/6857326816/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr

It's the first bike that I've built myself (apart from getting my LBS to fit the headset) and I tried to use as much as I could from the spares box.

Had a quick test ride this afternoon. On the road handling is a little 'interesting' the fat tyres seem to have a mind of their own. Off the road (OK the football pitch and Singletrack of Wimbledon Park) it was totally different, not as precise as my Swift but just a lot of fun!

Pugsley. The dune buggy of bikes.




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 March, 2012, 11:29:59 pm
I cleaned the Orbit tandem today so time for a proper photo session:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0031024x683.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0061024x683.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0051024x683.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 March, 2012, 11:32:36 pm
What's the blue thing?  Looks like it's attached...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 March, 2012, 11:34:20 pm
Quote from: Kim on 21 March, 2012, 11:32:36 pm
What's the blue thing?  Looks like it's attached...

It is my Camelbak hose (the new QR spout with a bendy wire in so you can position it mid air) :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 March, 2012, 11:38:53 pm
Ah, I see.  Gosh, that could have all sorts of entertainment value.  Bungees to compress the bag and a shower head attachment, anyone?   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 21 March, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
Quote from: Kim on 21 March, 2012, 11:38:53 pm
Ah, I see.  Gosh, that could have all sorts of entertainment value.  Bungees to compress the bag and a shower head attachment, anyone?   ;D

Ohhh now that could be a good idea when we go cycle camping on it  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 March, 2012, 08:10:47 am
Love it Feline.  Looks like your Orbit will see a few miles than ours  ::-)   :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 22 March, 2012, 09:04:56 am
Quote from: Feline on 21 March, 2012, 11:29:59 pm
I cleaned the Orbit tandem today so time for a proper photo session:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0031024x683.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0061024x683.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/feistyfeline/orbit0051024x683.jpg)

It may be the angle of the shot, but it looks as if the cranks are one tooth out of phase, or maybe it's deliberate?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 22 March, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Will people please stop posting Pugsley photos?

I have absolutely NO need for one - but these recent additions to this thread are raising the possibility of a terrible n+1 accident that would probably lead to a Cass-1 (I've already been instructed that I can't have a nice fixie or a bit of carbon bling summer bike; so who knows what a fat bike would do!).

Feline & Simonp - it's a really nice tandem for sure (bit of big ring/sprocket action rather torturing the rear mech though!) - good luck on your first 300 this weekend - see you there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 22 March, 2012, 09:55:15 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 22 March, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Will people please stop posting Pugsley photos?

I have absolutely NO need for one - but these recent additions to this thread are raising the possibility of a terrible n+1 accident that would probably lead to a Cass-1 (I've already been instructed that I can't have a nice fixie or a bit of carbon bling summer bike; so who knows what a fat bike would do!).


I promise I won't post anymore (until I have some new ones to post :) )

If you build it the Johnny Cash way (http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CCkQtwIwAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DsIuo0KIqD_E&ei=u_ZqT8WIFMHX0QGRmMWzBg&usg=AFQjCNGwTbtSunwRX2Hn1yAxfK4-vDLJ4Q&sig2=ClOPLhZh6s9npTXfEnYLjA) she'll never notice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 22 March, 2012, 06:03:22 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 22 March, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Feline & Simonp - it's a really nice tandem for sure (bit of big ring/sprocket action rather torturing the rear mech though!) - good luck on your first 300 this weekend - see you there!

Thanks  :thumbsup:
The big-big is where it ended up with me cleaning and lubing the drive train, it won't be ridden like that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 22 March, 2012, 10:17:53 pm
Quote from: Feline on 22 March, 2012, 06:03:22 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 22 March, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Feline & Simonp - it's a really nice tandem for sure (bit of big ring/sprocket action rather torturing the rear mech though!) - good luck on your first 300 this weekend - see you there!

Thanks  :thumbsup:
The big-big is where it ended up with me cleaning and lubing the drive train, it won't be ridden like that!

You can always blame it on the driver ;).

fboab: "Erm... Chris, it's really noisy back here... could be the chain?"
me: "Oops - sorry. Middle!"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 23 March, 2012, 12:03:18 pm
Just finished building it up :)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-5coI3jcdS68/T2xkPd1o3JI/AAAAAAAAA3I/_ZywsdGBus8/s640/Photo0145.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-dEkZMd12pxI/T2xj82jCX7I/AAAAAAAAA3A/NaNtgluIoUA/s640/Photo0144.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-GbXRs9NAX8s/T2xkbViSN-I/AAAAAAAAA3Q/8Va-1vFsXXQ/s640/Photo0146.jpg)

There's going to be some upgrades eventually to add a nice quill stem and a better chainset, but in essence it's all there and ready to go :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 23 March, 2012, 12:59:37 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 22 March, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Will people please stop posting Pugsley photos?

I have absolutely NO need for one - but these recent additions to this thread are raising the possibility of a terrible n+1 accident

+1

(although please keep posting them really)

I think I just need to ride one once, to say I've ridden one.  I'm positive they aren't the most practical way for me to get around Hampshire.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 23 March, 2012, 01:03:06 pm
Quote from: LEE on 23 March, 2012, 12:59:37 pm


I think I just need to ride one once,   

to where?
Australia?
 :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: токамак on 23 March, 2012, 01:13:15 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 23 March, 2012, 12:03:18 pm
Just finished building it up :)

[snip]

There's going to be some upgrades eventually to add a nice quill stem and a better chainset, but in essence it's all there and ready to go :)

I love old-school Raleighs - I still commute on a Randonneur (modernised with STIs etc.) And last year I sold my 1989 team replica, which was fantastic but I just didn't use it any longer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 23 March, 2012, 04:32:40 pm
Quote from: токамак on 23 March, 2012, 01:13:15 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 23 March, 2012, 12:03:18 pm
Just finished building it up :)

[snip]

There's going to be some upgrades eventually to add a nice quill stem and a better chainset, but in essence it's all there and ready to go :)

I love old-school Raleighs - I still commute on a Randonneur (modernised with STIs etc.) And last year I sold my 1989 team replica, which was fantastic but I just didn't use it any longer.

Lovely bike that mcshroom!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 March, 2012, 08:11:09 pm
^^^ That is very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 26 March, 2012, 05:36:17 pm
1st ride on the Dave Yates today  :thumbsup:

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6058/6871772606_3b50a5d4f8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 26 March, 2012, 07:59:54 pm
That is a lovely looking bike fungus :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 26 March, 2012, 08:25:27 pm
Yours looks extremely nice, mcshroom.  You say you'll put a quill stem on it: does it currently run a quill - ahead converter?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 26 March, 2012, 08:33:33 pm
It does, nicked from my hybrid as the quill stem I bought wouldn't fit round the curve of the bars unfortunately.

The pictures are a little flattering on the red paintwork which is a bit scuffed and rough in places, but the chrome fork is really nice :)

It's quite a bitsa bike really, with wheels off a Scott Sub30, shifters and bars from a Dawes horizon (I believe) and the chainset (with massive 122.5mm BB) is a cheap 48-38-28 I bought for my old mountain bike when I commuted on it. My plan is to slowly upgrade it where the opportunities arise.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 26 March, 2012, 08:37:05 pm
When you say the quill stem won't fit round the bars, do you mean that it's the wrong size?  If not, you can bend it out a little with a big screwdriver, or any other bit of metal bar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 26 March, 2012, 08:41:40 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 26 March, 2012, 07:59:54 pm
That is a lovely looking bike fungus :thumbsup:

Cheers mcshroom!  It rides really nice as well & your Raleigh is looking good too  :)
Will have to sort out a steel frames ride in the summer  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 26 March, 2012, 08:43:19 pm
Unfortunately I had a go at that, it's a big solid job and It was fine until I tried to get the stem round the narrow radus curve at the back of the bars, where it wedged solid and needed the use of a mallet to remove it agerain. I may have a go at bending it but it is far less flexible than other stems I've tried. It should fit the swept-back bars on the hybrid so I may use it there instead.

Looks like this: -

(http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/images/products/large/21760.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 March, 2012, 09:47:34 pm
Butterfly's new toy:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Cambridge%20Circe/IMG_0195.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Cambridge%20Circe/IMG_0191.jpg)

More photos here (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Cambridge%20Circe/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 26 March, 2012, 09:50:56 pm
Quote from: clarion on 26 March, 2012, 09:47:34 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Cambridge%20Circe/IMG_0191.jpg)

Lovely.  I especially like the stoker-operated mortar...   :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 March, 2012, 09:59:20 pm
She's been smiling like that ever since, you know. :D :thumbsup:

We hoped that the rocket launcher might get us more space on the road.  Couldn't say if it did or no.

Mike & Mrs Mike had a play with it later in the day, and made it fasterer than we managed. :thumbsup:

And it has been to work today.  Commuting with it was less traumatic than I had imagined, and it got a great reception, but I will leave it to Butterfly to tell you about that. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 26 March, 2012, 10:02:19 pm
That looks like the sort of thing that gives you a lorra lorra fun with your clothes ON ;)
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 26 March, 2012, 10:44:32 pm
It is :thumbsup: It gave 3 of us a lot of fun today :D

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--PsMIG9WWyA/T3BEFyZBcyI/AAAAAAAACkE/UYscIElH5O4/s400/2012-03-26%252010.45.43.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-MQOvUeesUF8/T3BEPvMf3qI/AAAAAAAACkM/Cf71NOpOgzA/s400/2012-03-26%252010.45.35.jpg)
In work mode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 March, 2012, 12:26:36 am
Looks like it's about to take off.  Which seems appropriate when in Mary Poppins mode...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrewc on 27 March, 2012, 12:33:56 am
Will TGL fit in that seat ?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 27 March, 2012, 09:08:27 am
Quote from: andrewc on 27 March, 2012, 12:33:56 am
Will TGL fit in that seat ?  ;D

Oh, we just fold him up... ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 27 March, 2012, 11:12:54 am
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Cambridge%20Circe/IMG_0196.jpg)


Ooh, there's ours behind yours! Must sort out a ride some time. They are quick, but I've yet to top 70kph with my 6 year old on the back  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 27 March, 2012, 11:15:35 am
They are such great machines - everything a bike should be in terms of versatility!

If they made an option where the cats could stoke, we'd have one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 March, 2012, 11:22:45 am
Oh dear, I didn't recognise yours.

None of those are ours, mind.  There were about seven Helioses in total.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 March, 2012, 11:29:38 am
I love the flip-up stoker bars. And the whole air of down-to-earth practical eccentricity.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 March, 2012, 11:35:17 am
You wait till you see it in cargobike mode, with the rocket launcher fitted the other way up!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 March, 2012, 06:14:55 pm
They're known as "BMX tandems" in Brummingham.  Allegedly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 27 March, 2012, 06:35:05 pm
Quote from: Kim on 27 March, 2012, 06:14:55 pm
They're known as "BMX tandems" in Brummingham.  Allegedly.

Yes indeed - we all want to see Clarion and Butterfly doing a tandem equivalent sequence like this, very soon:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DanoWNM8USQ
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 March, 2012, 06:59:10 pm
Obviously she can't do that with a stoker on.  So she practices on the way to work.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 March, 2012, 07:09:09 pm
That bloke is lightweight.
Butterfly does the same & more with front & rear panniers,barbag & sdalle bag fitted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 27 March, 2012, 09:21:50 pm
Quote from: jogler on 27 March, 2012, 07:09:09 pm
That bloke is lightweight.
Butterfly does the same & more with front & rear panniers,barbag & sdalle bag fitted.

You know the drill. You Tube link or it ain't true :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 27 March, 2012, 09:22:53 pm
I think that video answers what my (small) stoker was up to this afternoon - I thought he was just leaning from side to side to see around me, but he obviously was training for bigger plans! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 March, 2012, 12:20:29 am
I have to wonder if you're getting a reputation for this. I can imagine the conversations:
"But, dahlink, whatever will we do with the children?"
"Oh, don't worry, we'll get The Cycling Nanny to look after them."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 March, 2012, 08:46:43 am
I rather think she has that good reputation already.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 28 March, 2012, 08:56:00 am
I like the look of those Helios'. Can the basic Duo version be upgraded ie are the frames/forks/wheels all the same with disc mounts and disc hubs etc.?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2012, 10:21:31 pm
Two of the three folders:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Birmingham%20Bike%20Factories/IMG_0185.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Birmingham%20Bike%20Factories/IMG_0184.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 29 March, 2012, 10:26:02 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 28 March, 2012, 08:56:00 am
I like the look of those Helios'. Can the basic Duo version be upgraded ie are the frames/forks/wheels all the same with disc mounts and disc hubs etc.?

I think so. Mine has the options for V brakes, so I think they have the options there.  :) It's such a fantastic piece of kit :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 29 March, 2012, 10:43:04 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 March, 2012, 10:21:31 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Birmingham%20Bike%20Factories/IMG_0184.jpg)

Chain's a bit...   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 March, 2012, 10:46:46 pm
Indeed.  But you needed inside knowledge to post that. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 March, 2012, 11:42:52 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 March, 2012, 10:46:46 pm
Indeed.  But you needed inside knowledge to post that. ;D

How's the 3rd folder doing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 March, 2012, 11:54:07 pm
The Third Folder ?!  :o (http://youtu.be/V6XcMqeA20k)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 March, 2012, 09:45:05 am
Third folder was great, thanks. :thumbsup:

They're all folded up in a little huddle in the dining room, waiting for the other Vitesse to get new cable & accessories.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 March, 2012, 10:32:25 am
Incidentally, how do you pronounce Dahon? I've always said "DAY - hon" but a bloke wot has one (and he only ever rides folders for some reason) said it should be "Da - HONE". I suppose we really need someone Korean to answer this.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 March, 2012, 10:44:23 am
ISTR this discussion has been had before, and that Dar-hon got the vote.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 March, 2012, 10:56:26 am
Has it? I don't remember that - maybe it was in the folders board (logically).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 30 March, 2012, 10:58:04 am
I thought it was 'Day-on'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 March, 2012, 10:59:37 am
No, that's a completely different bike - I quite fancy one of them with an Alfine 11!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 30 March, 2012, 11:41:53 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 30 March, 2012, 10:59:37 am
No, that's a completely different bike - I quite fancy one of them with an Alfine 11!

::-) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 30 March, 2012, 04:04:48 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 29 March, 2012, 10:26:02 pm
Quote from: Paul D on 28 March, 2012, 08:56:00 am
I like the look of those Helios'. Can the basic Duo version be upgraded ie are the frames/forks/wheels all the same with disc mounts and disc hubs etc.?

I think so. Mine has the options for V brakes, so I think they have the options there.  :) It's such a fantastic piece of kit :thumbsup:

Yes - all the same, and you can mix and match. The easiest thing to do it to phone them. Richard and the others there are great to deal with. Mine is an Omnis, but with drops, Versa shifters and discs front and rear (among other changes).

Agreed - mega piece of kit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 30 March, 2012, 08:16:49 pm
Road-Testing my new Ortlieb front panniers tonight, in preparation for "The Faccombe 4's'" short French camping trip in May.

I didn't like the back of my bike stacked high with stuff so bought the "Tubus Duo" low-rider rack and the Ortlieb Roller panniers to distribute the load a bit better.

I have to say that the front panniers have totally transformed the bike. 
The Raven Tour was always surprisingly twitchy at the front end for a heavyweight tourer I felt.  SJSC have always said that it handles best when it is loaded as designed, as a fully-loaded tourer.  They are right.  It's a dream, handles like it's on rails, and forces you into a different mind-set.  Just sit back and take in the scenery.

Just 14 miles tonight but I can't wait to try it again, with panniers carrying all my camping gear.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/Bike%20Stable/ThornRavenMar2012.jpg)

Note.  The front panniers were £59.99 from SJSC.  That's a bit of a bargain if you ask me.  They'd make ideal, smaller, rear panniers, maybe for "credit card" touring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 30 March, 2012, 08:43:41 pm
Looks great Lee  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 April, 2012, 01:07:51 pm
It has a "rightness" to it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 01 April, 2012, 09:02:27 pm
Quote from: LEE on 30 March, 2012, 08:16:49 pm
They'd make ideal, smaller, rear panniers, maybe for "credit card" touring.

You are entirely correct.
BTDTGTTS
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 01 April, 2012, 09:47:46 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Lambeth%20Architecture%20Ride%2031%20March%202012/IMG_0202.jpg)

And some evangelising outside a church:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Lambeth%20Architecture%20Ride%2031%20March%202012/IMG_0229.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 01 April, 2012, 10:28:59 pm
Overlooking big Als.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6037/6890130528_a440f6501f_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 April, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
looks great sg, what it is?

I genuinely did only go in for some new sunnies.  Sadly, they had this on display, I took it for a spin and came back with a big grin - brief (and successful) haggle on the price and it was the easiest sale the guy's ever made :)   59cm LHT with 26 inch wheels. I thought I wanted 700c, but this feels fantastic and the 700c wouldnt fit in my car without taking a wheel off. I tried a cross bike as well but preferred this, the cross bike has a higher BB and felt a bit less stable.

all it needs is a different saddle, racks, bags and some bottle racks, then I'm good to go!!
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030440.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 April, 2012, 12:57:05 pm
You do have to be a bit careful with LHTs.  Two people we know bought them and ended up in South America! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 April, 2012, 05:14:01 pm
Yummy!
Quote from: mike on 02 April, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
all it needs is a different saddle, racks, bags and some bottle racks, then I'm good to go!!
...and some guards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 April, 2012, 05:17:20 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 02 April, 2012, 05:14:01 pm
Yummy!
Quote from: mike on 02 April, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
all it needs is a different saddle, racks, bags and some bottle racks, then I'm good to go!!
...and some guards?

yup, that too!  And some lights.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 April, 2012, 05:20:48 pm
Great!
<minor irrelevant whine>
It looks a bit gappy to me with the 26" wheels in the large frame. But if it feels better to you, that can be ignored.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 02 April, 2012, 05:26:19 pm
Very nice, Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 02 April, 2012, 05:51:04 pm
I should have stood a bit closer for the photograph but was very pleased to dig this out of the shed after about 8 years with no use and it only need a bit of a fettle, new grips and a Gene Hunt saddle* that had been lying around, before being very rideable. Put a big grin on my face.
Last year I hired a bike to play on a Stane and will be much happier this year on my own bike.

(http://i39.tinypic.com/2n0pypt.jpg)

*it's the angle of the photo rather than the saddle that is nose down.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: metformin on 02 April, 2012, 06:36:55 pm
I don't have anything as flash as most of you. Bought this on Ebay for £50 just over a month ago and have covered just over 200 miles on it.

(http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/7754/dscf3030yl.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 02 April, 2012, 08:03:47 pm
Really nice.....and huge!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: starkj73 on 03 April, 2012, 10:28:07 am

Looks good for £50.

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 April, 2012, 11:07:17 am
Hey, metformin, that's half the price I paid for my posh bike ;D

<<<-That one

Yours looks like a real bargain.  And I don't care if you spend £X,0000.00 or pick up summat free from the tip, it's all about getting out & riding it.  Your bit of classic steel (with, I note, that new-fangled indexed gearing ;D ) looks like it's going to carry you for a good few miles yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 03 April, 2012, 12:43:53 pm
Really tidy, Metformin  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RW on 03 April, 2012, 01:30:28 pm
I bought this on eBay just before Christmas and had it delivered to work.  It hasn't been home yet, but it's useful for the lunch time spin, especially as my hire bike annual membership has run out.  I'm retiring in five weeks, so it's not worth paying for another year.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6791932928_83c35c53b9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6791932928/)
DSCN0255 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6791932928/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 April, 2012, 01:43:35 pm
@starkj73 You've either got very long legs and short arms or you may wish to swap (or even dispense with entirely) your width and height tags to this :D

Code: [Select]

Current MTB

[img width=640 height=580]http://webspace.mypostoffice.co.uk/~alan.starkey/Gen1.JPG[/img]

Previous MTB

[img]http://webspace.mypostoffice.co.uk/~alan.starkey/Giant2.JPG[/img]

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 April, 2012, 03:27:21 pm
Odd, it works for me

Current MTB

(http://webspace.mypostoffice.co.uk/~alan.starkey/Gen1.JPG)

Previous MTB

(http://webspace.mypostoffice.co.uk/~alan.starkey/Giant2.JPG)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 April, 2012, 03:29:10 pm
Still a bit elongated there.  Unless that's a Biopace front wheel ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 03 April, 2012, 04:24:33 pm
Quote from: CptBob on 03 April, 2012, 01:30:28 pm
I bought this on eBay just before Christmas and had it delivered to work.  It hasn't been home yet, but it's useful for the lunch time spin, especially as my hire bike annual membership has run out.  I'm retiring in five weeks, so it's not worth paying for another year.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6791932928_83c35c53b9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6791932928/)
DSCN0255 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6791932928/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr

I like that.  :D

Also use a Moulton (a De Luxe) as a works 'nip to the shop' bike. I have the bag on the back which is incredibly useful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 April, 2012, 04:45:34 pm
Gosh, that is so tempting a thought...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RW on 03 April, 2012, 06:49:04 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 03 April, 2012, 04:24:33 pm

I like that.  :D


 :D :D :D Thank you.

I was given 2 Mk3s and a Series 1 by a friend of Polly's father.  I'm running around on the best of them, it goes to the station most days.  I reallly should leave use a bike that's a bit more replaceable!

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6178/6226494872_bb44a43a25_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6226494872/)
IMG_4736 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6226494872/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr

It's mainly original - including the twist grip and 3 speed with hub brake.  One of the original pedals snapped off recently.

I've also got a mini with front suspension - it's a single speed and needs some attention, but it's quite cute.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6031/6225981815_fdcbcc1bbf_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/)
IMG_4747 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr

They are remarkable bikes.  I was very pleasantly surprised the first time I rode the Mk3 and came back with a big grin on my face.  They'd be even better with some lighter bits and a wider range of gears.  A retirement project.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: metformin on 03 April, 2012, 07:57:58 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 April, 2012, 11:07:17 am
Hey, metformin, that's half the price I paid for my posh bike ;D

<<<-That one

Yours looks like a real bargain.  And I don't care if you spend £X,0000.00 or pick up summat free from the tip, it's all about getting out & riding it.  Your bit of classic steel (with, I note, that new-fangled indexed gearing ;D ) looks like it's going to carry you for a good few miles yet.

It's doing me a turn and it's nice to ride  :) Hadn't been on a bike in 26 years and loving every minute of it. I quite like the look of the Whistle bikes but now Halturds are resellers I might give them a miss.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 03 April, 2012, 11:06:11 pm
Quote from: longers on 02 April, 2012, 05:51:04 pm

(http://i39.tinypic.com/2n0pypt.jpg)


Is that above Oldham? ISTR it's called Hartshead Pike, or am I talking bollox, again?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 04 April, 2012, 11:11:38 am
Quote from: CptBob on 03 April, 2012, 06:49:04 pm

I've also got a mini with front suspension - it's a single speed and needs some attention, but it's quite cute.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6031/6225981815_fdcbcc1bbf_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/)
IMG_4747 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr


I have a single speed mini as well, but it needs more attention than yours - it does look nice in red with saddle & bell matching. Mine is the orangy-gold colour.  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 04 April, 2012, 11:23:28 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 April, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
l, I took it for a spin and came back with a big grin - brief (and successful) haggle on the price and it was the easiest sale the guy's ever made :)   59cm LHT with 26 inch wheels.
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030440.jpg)

That looks so wrong that I like it, I don't know why but it made me smile when I saw it.  Have fun.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 05 April, 2012, 08:59:52 am
Quote from: torslanda on 03 April, 2012, 11:06:11 pm
Is that above Oldham? ISTR it's called Hartshead Pike, or am I talking bollox, again?  :D

It is Hartshead Pike, well spotted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Plug1n on 05 April, 2012, 02:34:26 pm
(http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1phVFvrQjJHnng4PoBKpgkn5MQfa3_uOIdAnv_qHbNI7ZksbaCNKE1MxKNC0q-bsJFpLrOAJ8hJENrqgoJq2JxIA/05042012099.jpg?psid=1)

Newly built up Genesis Equilibrium, after a couple of weeks/250 miles of use :)

I already had the forks, bars, stem, most of the groupset and some wheels, so this was a cheap build but the result is a great ride (for me).

Points I like:

- External headset and ample head tube mean I get the 15mm drop from saddle to handlebars that Cyclefit prescribed without too many spacers.  I chose an FSA Orbit XL2 mtb headset because of greater stack height and don't mind any slackening of the angles, but do not see any slackening on my measurements compared to the Genesis geometry chart.

- The Ultegra 6600 shifters just work better than the 6700 that I have on a couple of other bikes and you can fit brake and gear cables without delving into the insides of the shifters.  Ok you have the washing lines out front but the gears always seem to work.

- This is my first triple - I am now a triple convert.  I could do 90% of the time on the middle chain ring, but getting to that steep hill at the end of the ride is a lot less daunting (even at 30*28 rather than 34*28)

- A big like is £240 for the 725 frame - this has to be a best buy on a steel frame

- The cheap Tektro brakes seem fine (but may change to softer OBE pads).

Dislikes - not too many:

- Tig welding, a lot uglier than fillet brazed or lugged but then the price reflects that and I do not think there is any performance hit

- Only mudguard mounts, no rack mounts

I know this is still a new toy but currently it is the first bike I pull out of the shed even in preference to the recently rebuilt carbon audax.  It passes the "just wants to be ridden" test.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyK on 05 April, 2012, 02:43:54 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 04 April, 2012, 11:11:38 am
Quote from: CptBob on 03 April, 2012, 06:49:04 pm

I've also got a mini with front suspension - it's a single speed and needs some attention, but it's quite cute.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6031/6225981815_fdcbcc1bbf_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/)
IMG_4747 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr


I have a single speed mini as well, but it needs more attention than yours - it does look nice in red with saddle & bell matching. Mine is the orangy-gold colour.  :(

That's similar to my mother's Moulton Speed, (which is all original, including the tyres!)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/Random/Photo0094.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 05 April, 2012, 02:55:50 pm
Quote from: CptBob on 03 April, 2012, 06:49:04 pm
I've also got a mini with front suspension - it's a single speed and needs some attention, but it's quite cute.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6031/6225981815_fdcbcc1bbf_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/)
IMG_4747 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rwpd/6225981815/) by RWPD (http://www.flickr.com/people/rwpd/), on Flickr


I like that :) How much does a restorable one of these go for? Or even a ready-to-ride one?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 05 April, 2012, 03:30:07 pm
you may be too tall, SP.  I tried one that I spotted outside a shop in London and it was too tiny...  (in rideable but not spotless condition, about 100 pounds, ISTR)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 05 April, 2012, 03:34:27 pm
Minis are often sold for £30-100 and were designed for children and women, being roughly 7/8 the size of a 'big' Moulton.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 05 April, 2012, 03:36:31 pm
Quote from: Plug1n on 05 April, 2012, 02:34:26 pm
(http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1phVFvrQjJHnng4PoBKpgkn5MQfa3_uOIdAnv_qHbNI7ZksbaCNKE1MxKNC0q-bsJFpLrOAJ8hJENrqgoJq2JxIA/05042012099.jpg?psid=1)

Very nice - long toyed with the idea of one of those with Surly Pacer forks (I have a bit of a carbon fork phobia, despite having them on my Tricross).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RW on 05 April, 2012, 07:15:51 pm
Minis are cheaper than full size ones, and ones without front suspension are cheaper again.  With 14" wheels, you really need the suspension.  I paid £29 plus £9.99 postage for the green one I keep in work, that's in pretty good working order.  I paid around £60 for the red one in the garden, the fettling it needs is fairly minor, and I bought another one without suspension which is a complete wreck for around £20.  All on ebay. 

I'm 5'7" so I can just about ride a mini.  I was given the three full size ones I have, although two of them are piles of bits in the shed.  Hopefully in I'll have a bit of time this year to do a bit of fettling. I'd like to get one modernised, with a wider range of gears etc.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 April, 2012, 10:26:17 pm
I do like the look of the Genesis road bikes.  Recapturing a classic look, to a certain extent.

Of course, my daily ride is pretty much a Genesis (Skyline aka Ridgeback World Tour Solo).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 06 April, 2012, 06:31:59 pm
updated from the last page:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030446.jpg)

mudguards (giles bertoud - horrible to fit), tubus racks, spa brooks-a-like saddle (v. v. v. hard!) and 26 x 1.75 pasela tourguards

Took it for a pootle today, 20 miles quite quite slowly but I havent stopped smiling yet :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 06 April, 2012, 09:20:33 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 April, 2012, 10:26:17 pm
I do like the look of the Genesis road bikes.  Recapturing a classic look, to a certain extent.

Spoilt by a sloping top tube though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 April, 2012, 11:51:40 pm
Gary Fisher 229 with the fork from a Surly Karate Monkey

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010045.jpg)

Mostly Deore with SRAM 11-25 cassette, BB7s and centre lock discs, the frame uses the Fisher/Trek 'Disc-O' caliper mounting bracket for the rear. Butterfly bars and Schwalbe Hurricane 42mm tyres.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010049.jpg)

The trials and tribulations of this particular build are detailed in 'Freewheeling'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 April, 2012, 10:07:02 am
Quote from: mike on 06 April, 2012, 06:31:59 pm
updated from the last page:

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030446.jpg)

mudguards (giles bertoud - horrible to fit), tubus racks, spa brooks-a-like saddle (v. v. v. hard!) and 26 x 1.75 pasela tourguards

Took it for a pootle today, 20 miles quite quite slowly but I havent stopped smiling yet :D

That looks excellent  :thumbsup: 

I have just put some 26x1.75 Marathon Cross boots on my roadified Claud Butler MTB (the bike I rode at the Xmas do) as I want some tyres that are good for a mix of road and bridleway use.  Ideally I wanted something narrower so I'll be interested to see if 1.75 is a bit cumbersome and slow on the road.  How did you find your 1.75s?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 09 April, 2012, 08:59:06 pm
My very upgraded Dawes Horizon, now running 27spd Deore Lx, not much of the bike is original but it is proving to be a great all rounder and has done just under 800miles since the 1st of Feb.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/carandvarious080412074.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 10 April, 2012, 07:41:46 am
Quote from: torslanda on 07 April, 2012, 11:51:40 pm
Gary Fisher 229 with the fork from a Surly Karate Monkey

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010045.jpg)

Mostly Deore with SRAM 11-25 cassette, BB7s and centre lock discs, the frame uses the Fisher/Trek 'Disc-O' caliper mounting bracket for the rear. Butterfly bars and Schwalbe Hurricane 42mm tyres.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010049.jpg)

The trials and tribulations of this particular build are detailed in 'Freewheeling'

Looks good, add a rack and maybe guards and you are ready for France :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 10 April, 2012, 03:11:21 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 08 April, 2012, 10:07:02 am

That looks excellent  :thumbsup: 

I have just put some 26x1.75 Marathon Cross boots on my roadified Claud Butler MTB (the bike I rode at the Xmas do) as I want some tyres that are good for a mix of road and bridleway use.  Ideally I wanted something narrower so I'll be interested to see if 1.75 is a bit cumbersome and slow on the road.  How did you find your 1.75s?

really, really, really comfy!!  Much better to ride than the very heavy city contacts which were on there before.  The sidewalls feel quite thin, so not sure how long they're going to last, but they're lovely to ride...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 April, 2012, 03:14:55 pm
^^^ That's encouraging.  I haven't ridden the Marathon Crosses yet as I am desperately trying to break in a new Brooks on my audax bike prior to a 300 the weekend after next.  I'm looking forward to trying them assuming 300k doesn't kill me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 14 April, 2012, 05:36:00 pm
Moved all the components from my Langster that was always to big, to a smaller Langster frame.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/7076899819_93940b1734_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/7076899819/)
New Langster Frame (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/7076899819/) by hulver_uk (http://www.flickr.com/people/78317074@N00/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: valkyrie on 14 April, 2012, 08:12:02 pm
Bought the frame in November last year (after the last one broke) and finally got round to building it up now -

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5327/6931300438_508ed5eb86_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26050607@N05/6931300438/)
Look 566 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26050607@N05/6931300438/) by NeilF1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/26050607@N05/), on Flickr

It's a  Look 566 with Chorus groupset and Zipp 303 wheels. Only the Brooks Team Pro gives away the fact that I'm an audaxer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 April, 2012, 04:26:39 pm
Hubba.

Hubba.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 15 April, 2012, 05:36:59 pm
 Nice look  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 15 April, 2012, 08:31:00 pm
My Roberts, after its re-spray and new forks from Argos:

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5443/6916317648_a164d13903.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/6916317648/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 April, 2012, 09:51:34 pm
Classy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 15 April, 2012, 09:58:45 pm
Quote from: Robh on 15 April, 2012, 08:31:00 pm
My Roberts, after its re-spray and new forks from Argos:

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5443/6916317648_a164d13903.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/6916317648/)

Very nice bike, however:

SKS mudguards fitted without proper use of captive end caps
Tyre labels not aligned with valves
Bike photographed with drive side crank not set vertically downward
Rear derailleur cable too short
Front mech approx 1mm too high
Lawn rather patchy

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 April, 2012, 08:58:06 am
Is this the world's most expensive laundry drying rack?

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0358.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 April, 2012, 09:19:54 am
Quote from: Robh on 15 April, 2012, 08:31:00 pm
My Roberts, after its re-spray and new forks from Argos:

Hubba x3
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 17 April, 2012, 02:24:05 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0115.jpg)

Yet again very overloaded, brought home half a panniers worth of stuff I didn't need. One day the screws at the bottom of the rack will just give up in the middle of nowhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2012, 02:25:47 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 17 April, 2012, 02:24:05 pm
Yet again very overloaded ... One day the screws at the bottom of the rack will just give up in the middle of nowhere.

This bothers me as well.  I'm not sure what the answer is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 April, 2012, 02:30:24 pm
It certainly looks purposeful and well-used.

Could the answer be a front rack? Or a trailer? Or self-restraint in packing and purchasing? I don't know!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2012, 02:36:21 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 17 April, 2012, 02:30:24 pm
It certainly looks purposeful and well-used.

Could the answer be a front rack? Or a trailer? Or self-restraint in packing and purchasing? I don't know!

I think the issue is that a lot of weight is loaded onto two 5mm allen screws.  If one shears it is likely to remain in the threaded hole and it won't be easy to extract, particularly at the roadside  :hand:  Most frames don't offer alternative holes that can be used if the proper one is bunged up. 

I suppose something  like this (http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=range&product_id=75) which sits on the rear axle would be stronger.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 April, 2012, 02:40:54 pm
But that still has bolts at the bottom, between the two parts, that could fail. Although as there are four of them the load is halved.  :thumbsup: It's a bit pricey though! And the maximum load is quoted as 40lb, which is about the same as most racks mounted on eyelets (and I'd guess a good deal less than bloomers has in his photo!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 17 April, 2012, 02:46:59 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2012, 02:25:47 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 17 April, 2012, 02:24:05 pm
Yet again very overloaded ... One day the screws at the bottom of the rack will just give up in the middle of nowhere.
This bothers me as well.  I'm not sure what the answer is.
Drill out holes and tap relevant ones with M6 (or M7 if there's enough meat).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 17 April, 2012, 09:34:35 pm
We were discussing this over a pint last night, in my mind I was imagining maybe some sort of foot that could sit somewhere on the chain stay sharing the weight with the screws.

The load looks worse than it is; on top is a sleeping bag, a picnic mat (v light), bivvy bag, tent and my bum bag clipped on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 17 April, 2012, 09:40:10 pm
Front rack, certainly.  Uprights are awful on hills with that much weight on the back.

Emergency P-clip(s) in the tool kit, along with the spare M5 and cleat bolts?


To date, the only failure I've suffered was a bolt working its way loose (suspect I'd partially stripped the threads, and off-roading with a camping load finished the remainder off) and vanishing.  I botched it in the field with a cable-tie, and replaced it with a longer bolt and nut (it was, thankfully, non-drive side) when I got home.

If the rack's properly secured at the top, it doesn't actually wobble about that badly with one bolt missing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 17 April, 2012, 09:49:56 pm
I've ridden with at least that much weight and it got home just fine. Spreading the weight between 4 panniers, or just not taking that much in the first place seem the most sensible answers. I rode home the 100 miles from Portsmouth after the last Sem Fed with >60kg in my rear panniers over the Mendips, and I survived. Had a bit of a sense of humour failure in the headwind thobut!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 17 April, 2012, 09:51:18 pm
A reasonable grade of M5 screw will take over 1 tonne in shear - just make sure that they are tight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 17 April, 2012, 09:54:17 pm
The other advantage to four panniers is that if something does go wrong, you can redistribute the weight to reduce the stress on the b0rked park.  Applies to things like wheels as much as racks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 April, 2012, 09:56:48 pm
I'm quite happy with two M5 bolts carrying the load.  Even off-road.  Just so long as, as Jonbuoy so rightly points out, they are tight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: plum on 17 April, 2012, 10:05:33 pm
An advantage to using panniers front and rear is that it's nigh on impossible to get a bike heavily loaded at the rear like that up a flight of stairs, especially steep ones like escalators at railways. Front loading lessens the likelihood of the bike tipping over backwards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 17 April, 2012, 10:08:41 pm
My (albeit commuting) experience is that the rack/rack welds give out long before the 5mm steel bolts. I have buried several.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clare on 17 April, 2012, 10:17:59 pm
Or the lugs snap.

On the Bruce Highway.

Fully laden.

10 miles from an (agricultural) mechanic.

Hurrah for metal tyre levers, cable ties and gaffer tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 April, 2012, 06:56:09 pm
Quote from: plum on 17 April, 2012, 10:05:33 pm
An advantage to using panniers front and rear is that it's nigh on impossible to get a bike heavily loaded at the rear like that up a flight of stairs, especially steep ones like escalators at railways. Front loading lessens the likelihood of the bike tipping over backwards.

Since fitting my new front panniers I've noticed that the handling is actually nicer than loading everything at the back.

OK, there's the additional weight of 2 panniers and a rack to contend with but the ride is much more stable and relaxed now.  It seems to force me to sit up and admire the view.

It also gives me a chance to deploy 18" first gear if required (I hope it isn't) without wheelieng (wheelying?  wheelie-ing?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 21 April, 2012, 06:06:07 pm
My 2005 'Dale R1000 (CAAD8), spruced up with new crankset, chain, sprockets and tyres for Summer 2012. I love this bike!

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/IMG_0128.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: spesh on 24 April, 2012, 05:28:48 pm
My 2010-vintage Saxo Bank-edition Roubaix Comp. Mmmm, shiny...

(http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p534/pompeybiker/My%20wheels/Roubaix.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 24 April, 2012, 05:34:11 pm
I recently hired the SL3 Expert version of that in the States - a very fine ride indeed. Not as pretty as yours, though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 26 April, 2012, 05:13:33 pm
with added rainbow!!
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/P1000866.jpg)

(yes, I got soaked about 2 minutes after taking this)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 April, 2012, 04:06:55 pm
Two of the latest pictures ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/GreenYellowFieldsApr1221.jpg)

Son of Oscar, my Ribble Winter / Audax Blue.  The snap was taken last Friday and we see him raring to go on the Green & Yellow Fields 300 which we successfully completed.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SDC10756.jpg)

Claud, my Claud Butler Rock ex MTB now jack-of-all-trades.  For once he is clean and sports his new Schwalbe Marathon Cross 26x1.75 tyres.  I am hoping they will be both good on the road and bridleways.  Hopefully I'll find out soon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 27 April, 2012, 07:15:22 pm
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/2012-04-27183929.jpg)
Not really a member, but known to many of us.
Note slippers. This is part of the 'I need new shoes, mummy' campaign. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 April, 2012, 07:31:06 pm
I just showed this to Mrs eck and she said, "Aw doesn't she look cute." She meant young miss boablet, not the bike.  :)
Glad you got it ok - hope you are both happy with it.
BTW, tri bars posted this morning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 April, 2012, 07:37:43 pm
Banananananas need Velcroing to the drops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 28 April, 2012, 10:06:09 am
Slippers are the new sandals.

You'll be seeing all the audaxers riding in them by summer, mark my words.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 28 April, 2012, 02:35:30 pm
I thought that's what the bent riders would be wearing. They already take their sofa with them, why not some slippers and the paper to read too?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 April, 2012, 05:25:51 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 28 April, 2012, 10:06:09 am
Slippers are the new sandals.

You'll be seeing all the audaxers riding in them by summer, mark my words.
Only the whippersnappers on their shiny soot and ally doing the 100s and 200s. The young boablet's made them far too fashionable for the grizzled hard men on patinated steel facing another 4 hours to the next bus shelter with grim determination and a steady, joyless glee.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pizzicatooff on 28 April, 2012, 05:58:02 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 28 April, 2012, 10:06:09 am
Slippers are the new sandals.

You'll be seeing all the audaxers riding in them by summer, mark my words.


They will be a bit behind the times, then. Bob Bialek has been doing a lot of cycling (including riding some events) in slippers for over 12 months now. However, because of the recent high level of precipitation, he's taken to using crocs for the extra weather protection they afford.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 28 April, 2012, 10:10:48 pm
n+1

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-E0sDE2txGyU/T5xJgjmSPMI/AAAAAAAABPM/NV9938eyowA/s640/DSC08393.JPG)
Resting against wow's Thorn on the train home.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wGx9258BJ8E/T5xSHjdW6XI/AAAAAAAABPY/TUeYNjdGEE8/s640/P1020250.JPG)
Not a problem carrying all this on the back of the bike.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-qvrv-3HJ-dA/T5xSJOCM7iI/AAAAAAAABPg/obFum5kCef0/s640/P1020252.JPG)
Ready for a much needed clean.

Wow, this bike is fun.  ;D  It's a Moulton TSR30, purchased and collected from mike earlier today.

Better pics will be posted in due course, along with a write-up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 April, 2012, 10:13:11 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 28 April, 2012, 10:10:48 pm

Wow, this bike is fun.  ;D  It's a Moulton TSR30, purchased and collected from mike earlier today.

Better pics will be posted in due course, along with a write-up.

Nice!! Looking forward to seeing and reading more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 April, 2012, 10:34:42 pm
So that's n+1 and a half!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 28 April, 2012, 10:39:19 pm
;D  you know it'll fall apart if you wash it, dont you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 29 April, 2012, 08:13:00 am
Quote from: MattH on 28 April, 2012, 02:35:30 pm
I thought that's what the bent riders would be wearing. They already take their sofa with them, why not some slippers and the paper to read too?

I remember spending one of the night rides trying to convince Arch that she really needed a TV (and maybe a fridge) attachment for her trice for just the same reason.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 29 April, 2012, 08:57:56 am
Quote from: tiermat on 29 April, 2012, 08:13:00 am
Quote from: MattH on 28 April, 2012, 02:35:30 pm
I thought that's what the bent riders would be wearing. They already take their sofa with them, why not some slippers and the paper to read too?

I remember spending one of the night rides trying to convince Arch that she really needed a TV (and maybe a fridge) attachment for her trice for just the same reason.

I'm sure a TV (tablet computer) could easily be set up - bet there are all sorts of mounts available.  The fridge (and gennie?) would have to sit on a trailer, I assume.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hammerman on 29 April, 2012, 09:51:40 am
My bike taken whilst on my favourite ride over the Black Mountain from Brynaman to Llangadog
(http://<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gutoevans/6977714326/" title="My Spesh by Cool Carpenter, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/6977714326_7a40edb7b7.jpg" width="500" height="373" alt="My Spesh"></a>)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 April, 2012, 09:52:18 am
Quote from: Andrij on 28 April, 2012, 10:10:48 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-qvrv-3HJ-dA/T5xSJOCM7iI/AAAAAAAABPg/obFum5kCef0/s640/P1020252.JPG)
Ready for a much needed clean.

Amateur bike porn. A pro would obscure the chainset with the shower curtain until at least the 5th shot.

I trust there will be soapy shots?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 April, 2012, 09:20:47 pm
I wonder if the Moulton's triangulated construction, especially with the built-in rack, qualifies it for the Bridges thread?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 29 April, 2012, 10:16:22 pm
Quote from: Hammerman on 29 April, 2012, 09:51:40 am
My bike taken whilst on my favourite ride over the Black Mountain from Brynaman to Llangadog
(http://<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gutoevans/6977714326/" title="My Spesh by Cool Carpenter, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/6977714326_7a40edb7b7.jpg" width="500" height="373" alt="My Spesh"></a>)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/6977714326_7a40edb7b7.jpg)
V nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 30 April, 2012, 09:48:40 pm
With a big stoker:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-2DfTYFM8VjA/T5EYuADsGXI/AAAAAAAADCo/pg5Iqp3LZD4/s400/2012-04-19%252010.33.19.jpg)

With a small stoker:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-a-tJGH0Rbzw/T3XlO88MgEI/AAAAAAAACmE/GMtCW6PQa34/s400/2012-03-28%252010.27.20.jpg)


On the way to York:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pzDRO3jBJ4g/T5750Utxk7I/AAAAAAAADDs/0DKGu2NN4-4/s400/2012-04-27%252016.25.44.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 30 April, 2012, 09:57:33 pm
Grrr jealousy envy or what have you..........want one
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 April, 2012, 09:59:39 pm
Is that a Van Nicholas going to York?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 30 April, 2012, 10:23:34 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 30 April, 2012, 09:59:39 pm
Is that a Van Nicholas going to York?
It is :D we did the York to Hull fnrttc on Friday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 May, 2012, 09:47:23 am
That makes me rather... canardly!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 01 May, 2012, 12:10:48 pm
Quote from: hatler on 29 April, 2012, 10:16:22 pm
Quote from: Hammerman on 29 April, 2012, 09:51:40 am
My bike taken whilst on my favourite ride over the Black Mountain from Brynaman to Llangadog
(http://<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gutoevans/6977714326/" title="My Spesh by Cool Carpenter, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/6977714326_7a40edb7b7.jpg" width="500" height="373" alt="My Spesh"></a>)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/6977714326_7a40edb7b7.jpg)
V nice.

I feel like the bike is shouting 'RAWWWRRRRR!' ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 01 May, 2012, 09:51:30 pm
Saved from the skip, my dad's old Claud Butler.  At the time of rescuing it I had just sold my Brompton and bought a Vespa.  This has been tucked away in the back of the garage 6 months which was about as long as it took me to realise that a Vespa wasn't really 'me'. So, I slapped some tyres I bought from a YACF'r on, fitted a rack acquired from a YACF'r (I had the boys at work knock me up a bracket to act as support due to lack of braze ons), fitted a Charge saddle (yep, you guessed it...YACF'r!).  Mudguards (FOC + postage) from a YACF'r  :thumbsup:

The Ortlieb was from my lovely wife....who is certainly not a YACF'r.  An early B/day pressie, bless her.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7092/6987095646_9857714098.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/9699070@N03/6987095646/)
IMG_8248_1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/9699070@N03/6987095646/) by bubblebutt2005 (http://www.flickr.com/people/9699070@N03/), on Flickr

This bike is pretty much responsible for my falling back in love with cycling to work albeit a very short commute, but with added round trip to shops, bank, Po, and anywhere else I can think of.

Now, anyone looking for a spotless GTS125 Vespa?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 02 May, 2012, 09:08:59 pm
There were a few Helios's on Saturday's Pedal on Parliament (there's a local supplier (http://www.laid-back-bikes.co.uk/page16/page16.html)  ;))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 06 May, 2012, 03:12:07 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7229/7002372076_85c59857ea.jpg)

De Rosa Avant.

I'll reserve judgement on the saddle (Fi'zi:k Antares), and the steerer will probably be cut by a couple of cm.  Only had it out for a short spin so far, but it's luvverly.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 06 May, 2012, 07:24:26 pm
^ that is lovely  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:15:59 am
(http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/461936_10150763329221794_738101793_9703229_538291148_o.jpg)

It belongs, not to a member, but the wife of a member (i.e. it's Mrs T's new bike)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2012, 07:37:03 am
Phwooarrrgghhh!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 May, 2012, 02:05:34 pm
Am I allowed to say 'Phew!' ?

a) Cos nothing fell off on its inaugural ride.  8)

and

b) Cos i managed to avoid damaging or scratching both it and Mrs T's rather lovely convertible when I fell over trying to sneak it in to the garage'Cycle Maintenance Facility'TM without her seeing it!  :o

Actually sitting here still thinking 'I made that!'  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 07 May, 2012, 05:22:13 pm
Quote from: eck on 06 May, 2012, 03:12:07 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7229/7002372076_85c59857ea.jpg)

De Rosa Avant.

I'll reserve judgement on the saddle (Fi'zi:k Antares), and the steerer will probably be cut by a couple of cm.  Only had it out for a short spin so far, but it's luvverly.  :)

As you sat very luvverly :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2012, 06:37:25 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0395.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 May, 2012, 06:38:59 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:15:59 am
(http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/461936_10150763329221794_738101793_9703229_538291148_o.jpg)

It belongs, not to a member, but the wife of a member (i.e. it's Mrs T's new bike)



Wanna see the reaction to that bike?

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0398.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:08:14 pm
Quote from: clarion on 07 May, 2012, 06:37:25 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0395.jpg)

 :thumbsup:  :thumbsup: TLD has the style to match butterfly's, I shall have to watch out later in her life :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 08 May, 2012, 10:29:29 am
Quote from: eck on 06 May, 2012, 03:12:07 pm

De Rosa Avant.

I'll reserve judgement on the saddle (Fi'zi:k Antares), and the steerer will probably be cut by a couple of cm.  Only had it out for a short spin so far, but it's luvverly.  :)

Very nice :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rig of Jarkness on 08 May, 2012, 10:32:05 am
Quote from: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:15:59 am
It belongs, not to a member, but the wife of a member (i.e. it's Mrs T's new bike)

Great colour, original I assume ?

How easy was it to fit a modern rear hub ?  Did you have to cold set the rear stays ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 08 May, 2012, 11:03:17 am
Quote from: Rig of Jarkness on 08 May, 2012, 10:32:05 am
Quote from: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:15:59 am
It belongs, not to a member, but the wife of a member (i.e. it's Mrs T's new bike)

Great colour, original I assume ?
No, the original colourway was green with orange accents! thus : (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Ea6AB8wmbmw/TwGRCugdDOI/AAAAAAAABho/SF6618e7u9M/s852/P1000023.JPG)

Quote
How easy was it to fit a modern rear hub ?  Did you have to cold set the rear stays ?

Mr Yates cold set the rear to 130mm so no problems (he also fitted an extra set of bottle bosses, moved the rearmech cable guide from top to bottom of chain stay and added a second DT shifter boss).  The colour is known as Violo Chioro (IIRC) and is #49 on Mr Yates' colour chart.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2012, 08:01:08 pm
Very nice - I do like the purple tyres! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 08 May, 2012, 08:05:30 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 07 May, 2012, 07:15:59 am
(http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/461936_10150763329221794_738101793_9703229_538291148_o.jpg)

It belongs, not to a member, but the wife of a member (i.e. it's Mrs T's new bike)

That's a lucky lady.  Lovely machine for sure.  Not at all blingy or over the top!  ;)

Brilliant.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 08 May, 2012, 08:09:03 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2012, 08:01:08 pm
Very nice - I do like the purple tyres! :D

TBH, the photos I have, although ok, do not really do the bike justice.  The paintwork is marvellous and it just all seems to sit together right, if you know what I mean.

It still needs a bit of tweaking, but I am sure it will appear on a few evening rides sometime in the near future (although Mrs T REFUSES point blank to go down Shark Lane with it!!!!).....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 08 May, 2012, 08:14:14 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 08 May, 2012, 08:09:03 pm
(although Mrs T REFUSES point blank to go down Shark Lane with it!!!!).....

See I knew she was the sensible one :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 May, 2012, 08:34:03 pm
And of course she actually knows where shark lane is.  So you couldn't 'accidentally' end up there...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2012, 09:02:51 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 08 May, 2012, 08:09:03 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2012, 08:01:08 pm
Very nice - I do like the purple tyres! :D

TBH, the photos I have, although ok, do not really do the bike justice.  The paintwork is marvellous and it just all seems to sit together right, if you know what I mean.

It still needs a bit of tweaking, but I am sure it will appear on a few evening rides sometime in the near future (although Mrs T REFUSES point blank to go down Shark Lane with it!!!!).....

Extremely sensible. That's *far* too nice to get covered in mud!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 10 May, 2012, 04:46:12 pm
After a warning from the yACF "Chain Tension" Police, I had a Tension Seeker (see what they did there ?) fitted:-

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5332/7170982574_abcd795f46_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170982574/)
12-05-10 Tension Seeker Enigma (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170982574/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8155/7170984880_928b681099_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170984880/)
12-05-10 Tension Seeker Enigma 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170984880/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7242/7170986602_eea996dd7d_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170986602/)
12-05-10 Tension Seeker Enigma 3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170986602/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

After a few months of trouble with this bike (chain, changer) I was getting fed up with it and I was considering get rid. Now that it's sorted, however, I'm happy with it again.
The Rohloff has now done over 3200 miles but it's still hard work at times although it has freed up a bit. It's had one oil change.
I'm trying to accelerate the running in by riding in gears 10 and 12 when I'm cruising along. It means that 2 epicycles are being used so, presumably, they will both wear.
It's a killer in the hills when it's in the bottom ratios (below 7). The friction is much higher and the weight comes into play as well.
I'm taking the derailleur bike out tonight. It'll seem very fast  ;D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: arvid on 13 May, 2012, 02:10:14 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 10 May, 2012, 04:46:12 pm
After a warning from the yACF "Chain Tension" Police, I had a Tension Seeker (see what they did there ?) fitted:-

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5332/7170982574_abcd795f46_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7170982574/)

It's a killer in the hills when it's in the bottom ratios (below 7). The friction is much higher and the weight comes into play as well.
I'm taking the derailleur bike out tonight. It'll seem very fast  ;D

Next up is the mudguard clearance police.
Also, aren't Marathon Extreme called "Extreme" because of their extreme weight and rolling resistance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 13 May, 2012, 06:57:31 pm
my folding bike. swapped the chainset to the biggest it can take (and still fold), spocket is already smallest available. bottom bracket also needed changing to keep the correct chainline. different handlebars as well. still few mods in a pipeline..

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m7ZmxkQ0lLc/T6_yJoL527I/AAAAAAAAB9E/RstDIy3sW_g/s640/IMG_0115.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iNP6zGpOlsA/T6_yJfW-bPI/AAAAAAAAB9A/MPNLDlXER28/s512/IMG_0116.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 13 May, 2012, 07:03:42 pm
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/gpz900ra1/DSCF3782.jpg)

Yet another joins the stable, but for an unknown duration.

It's a Dave Yates built Flying Scot, approx from 1982/3.

Needs a bit of work, not least of which was getting the seatpost out of the frame, which took an amount of swearing, percussive maintenance and sacraficing the seat and seat post.

Currently wearing <spit> Campag 9 speed with shimano brakes.

I shall be changing that (and selling the Ergos, mechs etc) when my bargainous 105 groupset arrives.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 May, 2012, 07:39:19 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0416.jpg)

TGL's geared thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 13 May, 2012, 07:46:34 pm
Quote from: clarion on 13 May, 2012, 07:39:19 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0416.jpg)

TGL's geared thing.

I'm pretty sure it in't a coach though ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 13 May, 2012, 07:59:37 pm
I just knew that was coming.... ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 May, 2012, 08:11:33 pm
We thought it made a funny pic. ;D  Shortly after, we leaned the bikes against the wall, where they were less likely to fall over in the century it took to be served in the Ripley Castle Tea Rooms.

Oh - that's my Orbit behind the Thorn, btw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 13 May, 2012, 08:59:39 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 13 May, 2012, 07:03:42 pm
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/gpz900ra1/DSCF3782.jpg)

Yet another joins the stable, but for an unknown duration.

It's a Dave Yates built Flying Scot, approx from 1982/3.

Needs a bit of work, not least of which was getting the seatpost out of the frame, which took an amount of swearing, percussive maintenance and sacraficing the seat and seat post.

Currently wearing <spit> Campag 9 speed with shimano brakes.

I shall be changing that (and selling the Ergos, mechs etc) when my bargainous 105 groupset arrives.

Looking forward to seeing it when you've finished the re-build  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 May, 2012, 09:03:42 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 13 May, 2012, 07:03:42 pm
(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/gpz900ra1/DSCF3782.jpg)

Yet another joins the stable, but for an unknown duration.

It's a Dave Yates built Flying Scot, approx from 1982/3.

Needs a bit of work, not least of which was getting the seatpost out of the frame, which took an amount of swearing, percussive maintenance and sacraficing the seat and seat post.

Currently wearing <spit> Campag 9 speed with shimano brakes.

I shall be changing that (and selling the Ergos, mechs etc) when my bargainous 105 groupset arrives.
Oooh, that looks lovely. Well, apart from the squishy mudguards and the yellow bar tape!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 14 May, 2012, 02:35:42 pm
It's ok, Cudzo, both those things have gone (the mudguards weren't included in the sale and the bar tape was the first thing removed, once I had managed to free up the seatpost and the stem).

Have just realised that, without a multi-step transform process* I don't have a spare rear wheel with a shimano freehub.

* Remove groupset from Ridley (6600)
Remove groupset (and wheels) from Holdsworth
Remove groupset from Flying Scot
Fit NEW Ultegra (6700)to Ridley (already has WH-6700s fitted)
Fit 6600 to Holdsworth, along with a set of WH-6600
Fit wheels from Holdsworth to Flying Scot, along with 5600 groupset that arrived today.
Re-tape 3 sets of bars.....

Might take a while, it won't happen this side of my holiday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 May, 2012, 10:54:33 pm
It's just a good job you haven't seen my squishy mudguard!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 15 May, 2012, 10:43:15 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UI0uK4HOXHA/T4q-9hjbLII/AAAAAAAAHFA/AP2AymiW9Vs/s1285/IMG_3150.JPG)


OK, its not really mine, but...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 15 May, 2012, 12:49:00 pm
Quote from: clarion on 13 May, 2012, 08:11:33 pm
We thought it made a funny pic. ;D  Shortly after, we leaned the bikes against the wall, where they were less likely to fall over in the century it took to be served in the Ripley Castle Tea Rooms.
Oh - that's my Orbit behind the Thorn, btw.
I see the service at Ripley Castle Tea Rooms has not improved since we did the Wiggy 100 2 years ago ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 15 May, 2012, 01:01:08 pm
Quote from: Biff on 15 May, 2012, 10:43:15 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UI0uK4HOXHA/T4q-9hjbLII/AAAAAAAAHFA/AP2AymiW9Vs/s1285/IMG_3150.JPG)


OK, its not really mine, but...

At a quick glance that looks like a BMX :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 16 May, 2012, 02:36:21 pm
Fettled ready for touring next week.

New headset, gear and brake cables (inner and outer), brake blocks, bar tape, levers adjusted so no longer look like they were fitted by Sean Yates circa 1988, saddle bolt tweaked and perhaps most importantly - I actually cleaned the thing!

Runs like a dream now. Just need to put on the front rack and I'm good to go.

(http://www.zaribor.com/raz/pics/lht_pfs.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 16 May, 2012, 02:40:06 pm
Nice :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 02:57:35 pm
Touring Is Good.  And a lovely bike to do it on. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 May, 2012, 02:58:23 pm
No kickstand bobb???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 16 May, 2012, 03:01:38 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 16 May, 2012, 02:58:23 pm
No kickstand bobb???

Don't be ridiculous!

 :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 03:24:46 pm
OD, we've got him riding a touring bike with cantilever brakes and Shimano components.  let's not ask for the moon, eh?  Baby steps, y'know, baby steps.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 16 May, 2012, 03:28:06 pm
Apart from being desperately uncool, there are other reasons not to use kickstands as Surly point out (http://surlybikes.com/info_hole/spew/kickstands_on_long_haul_truckers)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 03:31:32 pm
Oh dear.  531 frames can take a kickstand.  You'd've thowt a thicker tubing like Surly use would be fine.  I agree with their preference for Pletscher twin stands, but haven't got a bike one would fit on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 16 May, 2012, 04:04:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 16 May, 2012, 03:31:32 pm
Oh dear.  531 frames can take a kickstand.  You'd've thowt a thicker tubing like Surly use would be fine.  I agree with their preference for Pletscher twin stands, but haven't got a bike one would fit on.

Well, you've also got to allow for gormless people who over (or under) tighten the clamps.  I imagine Surly mostly hear from people who've damaged their frames, and not much from those who've had no problems.  I get nervous bolting lighting mounts onto frame and handlebars, and the force on those is typically a lot less than on a kickstand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 May, 2012, 09:30:43 pm
Mrs Cudzo had a weird blue bike (there's a photo of it in the Interesting and Unusual Bikes thread) with a kickstand that bolted on to the mudguard mounting bridge, between the chainstays. That's not the reason it was a weird bike, btw! My experience of that and various other bikes with kickstands is that though they are a theoretically useful thing, in practice they rarely do their job of keeping the bike upright on anything other than a hard, flat, level surface.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 May, 2012, 10:18:00 pm
I believe the ones with two legs are reasonably stable.  As are ones further off to the side than is possible with the conventional mounting points[1].  Applying the rear brake helps, too, as does a nice wide contact area for soft ground.


[1] As with HPVelotechnik's lowrider rack (http://www.hpvelotechnik.com/produkte/sm/gt/details_lowrider_e.html) and the Click-Stand (http://www.click-stand.com/).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pedaldog. on 16 May, 2012, 10:41:18 pm
Got the old Trek ATB out today and took the Koga Chela for the first ride since I got it, three years ago!

(http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/Pedaldog/TANK03.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 17 May, 2012, 08:01:11 am
Not a great photo, but just love the look of aero wheels on old steel frame

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2012-05-16220927.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 May, 2012, 09:09:15 am
Cool trailer, Pedaldog. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 19 May, 2012, 09:21:31 pm
New tourer, to replace my old Raleigh Randonneur (Walter, natch) killed by Easyjet a couple of years ago.  A Salsa Vaya, steel frame, but that's about the only similarity:  26" wheels, disc brakes, bling Middleburn chainset, and of course bright orange.  Salsa Woodchipper bars, with dirt-drop stylee flared drops, have turned out to be fantastically comfortable.  Cane Creek brake levers with gum hoods:  a little bit of retroness that makes me extraordinarily happy.  Oh, and DA downtube shifter loveliness - back into the swing of using 'em again within minutes, it seems to be one of those things that never goes away.  Bit like riding a bike, in fact.

Here he is, New Walter:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pV82104Piz0/T7f6b_-cq7I/AAAAAAAACeY/3-0lXBpmkpw/s540/P1030899.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-E57fC7n3HZs/T7f6czYyZNI/AAAAAAAACeg/wfok2muasxI/s512/P1030904.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-CDNWKWBxc-E/T7f6cwan59I/AAAAAAAACec/tYtXdtttFmI/s540/P1030901.jpg)

Looking forward to taking him to Scotland, the Western Isles, next week with camping kit for a bit of on- and off-road adventuring.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 19 May, 2012, 09:58:44 pm
Very nice indeed  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 19 May, 2012, 10:02:44 pm
Walter is dead.  Long live Walter!

I shall eagerly await a plenty of pics of him fully loaded, preferably leaning on nice Scottish bridges.  And clashing sox  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 20 May, 2012, 11:35:20 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 19 May, 2012, 09:58:44 pm
Very nice indeed  :)
The Vaya is a seriously nice bike - if I was in the market for something along those lines it'd be a toss-up between the Vaya or a Surly Cross-Check (yes, I know it's a 'cross-bike, but it's also monstrously versatile).

In fact, the only thing that stops the Vaya being propelled into the uppper reaches of awesomeness is that it doesn't have the 'Enabler' fork on it, complete with bottle/Anything cage braze-ons (Pugsley's fork has these, and I wouldn't be without)

Dirt-drops are cool too, but I went with On-One 'Midge' bars 'cos they're significantly cheaper ;)

Can't fault the colour, either ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 20 May, 2012, 11:50:07 am
My latest Genesis fettle - On-One 'Midge' bars, mostly Surly-fied transmission (the chainring is a work of art) and 'cross tyres for commuting purposes (some of my commute is off-road). I also have a set of road tyres which I use for Audaxes (also, the rack comes off and I use seatpack plus bar-bag)

(http://www.interzen.co.uk/P1000580.JPG)

I've often gone on about how comfortable the stock shallow-drop Genesis bars are, but the Midge bars take comfort to a whole new level. They look weird, but by golly they're comfortable. Finally, although I've posted pictures of Pugsley before, I had to share this one:

(http://www.interzen.co.uk/P1000581.JPG)

Charlie the Bikemonger, you da man! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jellied on 21 May, 2012, 03:11:43 pm
N+1 arrived today - although in the background it does look like N+12 but I'm building those and shipping them on.

Another cargo bike for some heavy duty hauling this summer

(http://www.londonbikehub.com/photo/IMAG0653.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 21 May, 2012, 06:04:37 pm
Does this (http://postimage.org/image/51rif0v31/) belong to anyone here?  :o  Supposedly seen in Cambridge...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 May, 2012, 07:44:11 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 April, 2012, 12:46:54 pm
looks great sg, what it is?

I genuinely did only go in for some new sunnies.  Sadly, they had this on display, I took it for a spin and came back with a big grin - brief (and successful) haggle on the price and it was the easiest sale the guy's ever made :)   59cm LHT with 26 inch wheels. I thought I wanted 700c, but this feels fantastic and the 700c wouldnt fit in my car without taking a wheel off. I tried a cross bike as well but preferred this, the cross bike has a higher BB and felt a bit less stable.

all it needs is a different saddle, racks, bags and some bottle racks, then I'm good to go!!
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030440.jpg)

I've just pushed the button on a 26" wheel 60 cm LHT frame from Wiggle - they are clearing them out at £254.  I'll be transferring the Deore kit from my pootling bike over and running it with flat bars.  It's main purpose will be carrying a child seat rather than crossing continents!  Now to order some new Deore hubs and Rigida Sputniks to build some wheels for it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 May, 2012, 07:53:27 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 21 May, 2012, 07:44:11 pm
I've just pushed the button on a 26" wheel 60 cm LHT frame from Wiggle - they are clearing them out at £254.
Thankfully, for my bank balance at least, they've only got the 62cm frames left now ;)
No Cross Checks in my size either .. bummer ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 23 May, 2012, 04:40:31 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 19 May, 2012, 09:21:31 pm
New tourer, to replace my old Raleigh Randonneur (Walter, natch) killed by Easyjet a couple of years ago.  A Salsa Vaya, steel frame, but that's about the only similarity:  26" wheels, disc brakes, bling Middleburn chainset, and of course bright orange.  Salsa Woodchipper bars, with dirt-drop stylee flared drops, have turned out to be fantastically comfortable.  Cane Creek brake levers with gum hoods:  a little bit of retroness that makes me extraordinarily happy.  Oh, and DA downtube shifter loveliness - back into the swing of using 'em again within minutes, it seems to be one of those things that never goes away.  Bit like riding a bike, in fact.

Here he is, New Walter:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-E57fC7n3HZs/T7f6czYyZNI/AAAAAAAACeg/wfok2muasxI/s512/P1030904.jpg)

Looking forward to taking him to Scotland, the Western Isles, next week with camping kit for a bit of on- and off-road adventuring.
Vaya con Vaya.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 23 May, 2012, 07:10:37 pm
Barkatacycle looking purposeful at Earlswood Lakes (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earlswood_Lakes) this afternoon:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/cycling/IMG_20120523_163523.sized.jpg) (http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery/view_photo.php?full=1&set_albumName=cycling&id=IMG_20120523_163523)

(Naff phone camera picture cancelled out by cunning use of railings to obscure the unidentified piece of decomposing waterfowl in the middle distance)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 May, 2012, 10:49:02 pm
A pretty Van Nicholas and a scratty old Orbit on Farthing Down:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_0406.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 May, 2012, 10:49:43 pm
That scratty old Orbit again.  This time in Sussex

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_0413.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 27 May, 2012, 06:23:30 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7075/7280581768_643287ac06.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7280581768/)
Henry Burton 2012 build (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7280581768/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

After finding the enthusiasm for a bike ride this morning, I dug the Burton out of the attic and cleaned away the last of the Tuscany dust and rebuilt it (fitting some new Vittoria Randonneurs along the way).

 :) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 May, 2012, 06:56:58 pm
that is very  :thumbsup:
I like the d.t. shifters
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 June, 2012, 11:34:19 am
My (very mucky) Orbit at Detling, returning from a weekend away:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0531.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 June, 2012, 12:16:52 pm
Is that the podium for the Olympic cycle-camping event?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 June, 2012, 12:18:59 pm
;D  Looks like it.  But it's the only modern mounting block I can think of seeing.  At Jade's Crossing, Detling, where horse riders can use the bridge (and do, from the amount of manure left in the way), but are advised to dismount and walk.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 June, 2012, 12:24:22 pm
Cool! Mostly... I thought horse riders mounted by putting one leg in the stirrup, grabbing the saddle and jumping. At least, that's what I was told to do on the one or two occasions I've ridden a horse.

BTW, I don't think you understand the true meaning of 'mucky'. And bizarrely, Little Cudzo claims he's seen something very like your bike in Star Wars!  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ferret on 06 June, 2012, 12:38:44 pm
FWIW, you use a mounting block for a few reasons,

1 it allows stiff people to get on a horse, stiffness usually caused from falling off horse
2 it creates less strain on the horses back, when above people haul themselves in to the saddle
3 it prevents the saddle from twisting, see above,
4 it can prevent embarrassment for young ladies in rather tight jods and little else, when the jods loose their elasticity DAHIK   :o :demon:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 06 June, 2012, 02:25:17 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 June, 2012, 12:18:59 pm
it's the only modern mounting block I can think of seeing.

The Kenilworth Brownway has several (railway sleepers, rather than concrete) at points where horsists might want to dismount and carry their steed over the anti-motorbike gates.  Or something.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 June, 2012, 10:28:32 pm
Well, I waited about 17 years, but I finally have a Mercian.

n+1 is here. Or is that n+2789 (that being the frame number)?

Picked it up today from a guy at work. It's not right yet, but the basics are all good.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF1187.jpg)

There were drops on it once, but he fitted a flat bar when he gave it to his brother-in-law (who died recently). It's an odd ride with the flats, and not entirely awful, but I wouldn't want to go long distances on the flat bars.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF1189.jpg)

You want chromed stays and dropouts? We got them.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF1192.jpg)

Chromed front drop outs too you say? No problem. You want fat-flanged Record goodness with that? Coming right up.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF1194.jpg)

Campag cantis and levers? They're usually here, just next to the hen's teeth... yeah, there you go.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF1193.jpg)

There's a Brooks Champ Spesh in the garage that's been waiting patiently for this bike to arrive. I'll reconvert the bars. The guy says he may have the original bars and brake levers. He definitely has a matching green blackburn rack.

I'm still playing with gear options. I'm going to take my time with this one, because the plan is for it to be my last.

That's the plan, anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2012, 10:32:31 pm
Wow.  That's a bit special.  Once you've ditched the ugly flat bars, it'll be lovely :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 June, 2012, 10:36:32 pm
Thanks. I think so too.

It's just funny that it's finally here after all this time. And it just feels like it's right. There are some scratches and even a little ding, but I feel like I love it already, even with it's history showing. I don't feel inclined to get it resprayed, although that was always the plan.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: YahudaMoon on 12 June, 2012, 10:38:36 pm
What clarion said.

Can't say Ive ever seen a Mercian with anything other than dropped handlebars making the bike loook even more odd, and them brake levers look cheap for the bike.

Love the bike though and them hubs  :thumbsup: What are they ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 June, 2012, 10:39:38 pm
Really nice Paul - look forward to seeing it with drops
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 June, 2012, 10:41:50 pm
Very nice, Paul. That’ll build up to a very nice lightweight tourer.  :)

I don’t think I need to say anything further on the subject of handlebars.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 June, 2012, 10:44:11 pm
Quote from: YahudaMoon on 12 June, 2012, 10:38:36 pm
What clarion said.

Can't say Ive ever seen a Mercian with anything other than dropped handlebars making the bike loook even more odd, and them brake levers look cheap for the bike.

Love the bike though and them hubs  :thumbsup: What are they ?

The brake levers are horrible, but they do have the campag emblem, so someone somewhere will probably want them.

The hubs are campag. The seller thought the front was record and the rear chorus. I don't know enough to tell without researching, but they do look like decent campag.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 13 June, 2012, 12:49:42 am
The front hub is the famed "sheriff star" from the C-Record era.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 13 June, 2012, 08:25:55 am
Nice one Paul,that's a real gem.
When you get drops on it, it will be the dogsbollox :thumbsup:

That front hub & chrome work look marvellous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 13 June, 2012, 01:54:09 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 13 June, 2012, 12:49:42 am
The front hub is the famed "sheriff star" from the C-Record era.

Hmm - having checked on ebay, it seems that "famed" = pricey. These things seem to go for more than I paid for the whole bike.

However, these particular hubs won't be going anywhere that I'm not going (on them, that is).

I'm so chuffed I couldn't sleep last night.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom B on 13 June, 2012, 02:08:53 pm
Quote
Can't say I've ever seen a Mercian with anything other than dropped handlebars



Here's one (http://www.flickr.com/photos/27345381@N03/4711694264/)
(With thanks to Redshift (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=34632.msg649340#msg649340)
Getting shot of the drops was one of the best bike decisions I've made  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 13 June, 2012, 02:38:01 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 June, 2012, 01:54:09 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 13 June, 2012, 12:49:42 am
The front hub is the famed "sheriff star" from the C-Record era.

Hmm - having checked on ebay, it seems that "famed" = pricey. These things seem to go for more than I paid for the whole bike.

Yes, I had a look at completed items and NOS pairs were regularly priced at £300 or more. However, on closer inspection, most of them didn't sell. Optimistic pricing as usual from people who have old Campag stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 14 June, 2012, 05:42:26 pm
Nice bike Paul  :thumbsup:
I look forwards to seeing its finished pictures. The colour really suits it too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 14 June, 2012, 07:21:47 pm
An example of fine steel engineering in front of another:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/transporter.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 03:41:40 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 June, 2012, 01:54:09 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 13 June, 2012, 12:49:42 am
The front hub is the famed "sheriff star" from the C-Record era.

Hmm - having checked on ebay, it seems that "famed" = pricey. These things seem to go for more than I paid for the whole bike.

However, these particular hubs won't be going anywhere that I'm not going (on them, that is).

I'm so chuffed I couldn't sleep last night.

Actually, the front hub is either EXCEPTIONALLY rare, or a "hybrid" adapted from a track hub. As far as I know "Sherrif Star" hubs were only made as track hubs. (That's why the back one doesn't match of course).
If you could prove that the front hub left the factory like this, it could be a real collectors item. Otherwise, as you say, as a track hub (easy to put the right axle in) it's worth a bit.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 04:09:02 pm
To correct myself, I have found evidence that some road versions were produced - rare though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 04:12:53 pm
PS - this is one reason why they are rare!

http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/bikes-and-gear-features/campagnolo-record-pista-hubs-sheriffs-star-design





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 07:30:49 pm
Thanks for the research, GP.

But you have got me wondering. Do you have any idea how old the hub is? Is it a slightly odd thing to find on what is mostly a touring type frame? And now I'm wondering if it's the right hub to have on forks that are designed to take front panniers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 07:48:20 pm
I think we are talking late 80's/early 90s.

The kit on the bike looks to me as if the original owner knew that they wanted a straight-bar machine and just said "best Campag I can have to do what I want". Was it from Mercian's as a bike - they were Campag gurus at the time, and had some hard to get bits because of a close relationship with the factory. I've got some Campag touring record bits I've never seen anywhere, that Mercian supplied to someone I bought a bike from.

PS - from the frame number I think that it was built in 1989.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 15 June, 2012, 07:54:17 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 14 June, 2012, 07:21:47 pm
An example of fine steel engineering in front of another:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/transporter.jpg)

Very nice  :)

Some day I’d like to have a nice “proper” road bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 08:06:14 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 07:48:20 pm
I think we are talking late 80's/early 90s.

The kit on the bike looks to me as if the original owner knew that they wanted a straight-bar machine and just said "best Campag I can have to do what I want". Was it from Mercian's as a bike - they were Campag gurus at the time, and had some hard to get bits because of a close relationship with the factory. I've got some Campag touring record bits I've never seen anywhere, that Mercian supplied to someone I bought a bike from.

PS - from the frame number I think that it was built in 1989.
Yep - '89. I'm going to risk £10 and get the history from Mercian.

But as I have been told, it was originally a drop bar bike, and the owner only changed the bars when he gave the bike to his brother in law some time later. The stem is I think evidence of this. The 1" quill 'swells' to a larger exposed diameter, and ends in a much more 90s+ clamp - not what I'd expect to see on a bike that was built for flat bars in the late 80s.

On the other hand, where on earth did those levers come from, and when?

The proof will come if, as he has said he will try, he produces the original bars and brake levers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 08:07:11 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 14 June, 2012, 07:21:47 pm
An example of fine steel engineering in front of another:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/transporter.jpg)

Lovely. But that big ring has me sweating even while I'm sedentary.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 08:24:34 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 08:06:14 pm
Quote from: Giropaul on 15 June, 2012, 07:48:20 pm
I think we are talking late 80's/early 90s.

The kit on the bike looks to me as if the original owner knew that they wanted a straight-bar machine and just said "best Campag I can have to do what I want". Was it from Mercian's as a bike - they were Campag gurus at the time, and had some hard to get bits because of a close relationship with the factory. I've got some Campag touring record bits I've never seen anywhere, that Mercian supplied to someone I bought a bike from.

PS - from the frame number I think that it was built in 1989.
Yep - '89. I'm going to risk £10 and get the history from Mercian.

But as I have been told, it was originally a drop bar bike, and the owner only changed the bars when he gave the bike to his brother in law some time later. The stem is I think evidence of this. The 1" quill 'swells' to a larger exposed diameter, and ends in a much more 90s+ clamp - not what I'd expect to see on a bike that was built for flat bars in the late 80s.

On the other hand, where on earth did those levers come from, and when?

The proof will come if, as he has said he will try, he produces the original bars and brake levers.

The brake levers and brakes come, I think, from the short-lived Campag foray into the mountain bike world. It was difficult to get, so someone went to some trouble to keep the bike Campag.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 15 June, 2012, 10:59:52 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 08:07:11 pm
Lovely. But that big ring has me sweating even while I'm sedentary.

The small frame (51cm c/c) makes it look big.

The cassette tells another story - when I bought the bike, a 23 sprocket was all I needed for regular forays over the Bwlch and Rhigos.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 June, 2012, 12:04:40 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 15 June, 2012, 10:59:52 pm
...when I bought the bike...
When was that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 16 June, 2012, 10:28:11 am
1999. Apart from a couple of chips it looks brand new. Something special about those Italian paintjobs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 16 June, 2012, 09:41:37 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 15 June, 2012, 10:59:52 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 June, 2012, 08:07:11 pm
Lovely. But that big ring has me sweating even while I'm sedentary.

The small frame (51cm c/c) makes it look big.

The cassette tells another story - when I bought the bike, a 23 sprocket was all I needed for regular forays over the Bwlch and Rhigos.  :-\

You can get up the Bwlch on a 23??   :o Flippy neck.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 16 June, 2012, 10:11:07 pm
Yes, but it's reassuring to know there's a 25 there as well just in case.

I went over the Rhigos and Bwlch last Sunday actually, and I was passing Dragon Riders wobbling all over the road in 34x27 in my 39x19. And I'm relatively unfit this year after a back injury in the spring!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 18 June, 2012, 07:33:50 pm
With the sad demise of my favourite Orbit Photon steel frame bicycle after eight years and almost 30,000km due to a broken chainstay, it was time for a replacement.
After some searching and soul searching, the frame that most closely matches the old one in geometry and dimensions turned out to be a 58cm Spa Audax Titanium.
Duely ordered, this was built up with some of the Orbit finishing kit (some of which was fairly recent due to ongoing maintenance).
Newly built wheels (CXP33's on Ambrosia hubs, Sapim race spokes), new chain and sprocket, new tyres.
9 speed Ultegra STI's, Stronglight 53/39/30 Chainset and bottom bracket, Supernova and LD600 rear lights, Dura Ace long drop callipers and Brooks Professional saddle.
Bar Phat tape, Gore "Ride On" brake and gear cables. Sigma sport confuser on stem.
Bar extender for Supernova light when it gets dark - Newly rebuilt wheel consisting with a Chrina rim on SON28 dynamo to match (not pictured).

The blend of silver and black is not "perfect" but good enough, I guess....

Short shakedown ride yesterday - seems pretty comfortable, light and fast.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/photos/Bicycles/Spa_Audax/Spa_Audax.jpg)

The welding on the frame looks prettty neat too...

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/photos/Bicycles/Spa_Audax/Spa_Audax_2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 June, 2012, 09:49:55 pm
Excellent.  You'll be flying up those hills now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pangolin on 19 June, 2012, 09:14:18 am
Kaffenback with midge bars that I put on this weekend

(http://cache.backpackinglight.com/backpackinglight/user_uploads/1340092584_64586.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 22 June, 2012, 07:38:35 pm
That looks nice and simple! :thumbsup:  Forgive my ignorance, but is a kaffenbach , a pompinio with gears? ie same stable, different horse, or are they completely different?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 June, 2012, 09:25:06 pm
I think that's about right. I've had both, and not only were the frames very similar, they rode similarly as far as I could tell.

I loved the look of the Kaff, but (like the Pompino) I couldn't get it to feel right.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 June, 2012, 03:22:50 pm
A Fisher, an On One and a Tiermat.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/France%202012/010.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pangolin on 27 June, 2012, 12:12:36 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 22 June, 2012, 07:38:35 pm
That looks nice and simple! :thumbsup:  Forgive my ignorance, but is a kaffenbach , a pompinio with gears? ie same stable, different horse, or are they completely different?

Thanks stumpy. Yes, AFAIK they'r exactly the same but with a few different bits welded on the frame to take gears and a different paintjob. The newer Kaffenbacks are black and red I think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 27 June, 2012, 09:24:10 pm
The new Pompino, finished it yesterday and did a 25mile test ride today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/pompino007.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 June, 2012, 09:28:47 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 27 June, 2012, 09:24:10 pm
The new Pompino, finished it yesterday and did a 25mile test ride today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/pompino007.jpg)

And??? Is it a keeper this time? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 27 June, 2012, 09:33:38 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 June, 2012, 09:28:47 pm

And??? Is it a keeper this time? :)

Yes, I had and sold a green one but always missed it, not had a singlespeed bike for a while so went for another one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 27 June, 2012, 09:37:01 pm
Looks very decent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 27 June, 2012, 09:40:12 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 June, 2012, 09:37:01 pm
Looks very decent.

Thank you, did have a budget build in mind but that soon changed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 June, 2012, 10:33:15 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 27 June, 2012, 09:37:01 pm
Looks very decent.

+1 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 June, 2012, 11:57:11 am
Got the Portland back from a service Tuesday, decided to take a pic before I started getting it dirty again..
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8007/7457201222_14d14f584f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 28 June, 2012, 12:30:01 pm
Ooh, that looks really good StuAff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 28 June, 2012, 04:25:31 pm
Ooo!  Not seen one of those before, is it a c-x ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 June, 2012, 10:24:10 pm
Thanks gents. It's not a full-blown CX, it's a wet-weather road bike/light tourer/commuter in the same vein as the Tricross or Croix de Fer, to name but two. Runs as good as it looks- aluminium frame and carbon forks, but 28mm tyres take most of the sting out of road buzz. Just had Marathon Supremes on instead of the regular Marathons that were fitted before-y perhaps not quite as comfy (still a smooth ride)  but they weigh a pound less and it shows! It's a really great all-round bike. Got it second-hand in October (frame is a 2007 model), and so far I've put over 3,000 miles on it. 'Nuff said really! Discontinued now, sadly...Trek seem to have missed a trick there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 29 June, 2012, 01:36:03 am
It's a fantastic looking bike Stu, even neglecting my obsession with interest in discs.
I'm a little surprised that you've found Marathons less comfortable than Supremes though.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 29 June, 2012, 10:09:32 am
Quote from: Chocolatebike on 29 June, 2012, 01:36:03 am
I'm a little surprised that you've found Marathons less comfortable than Supremes though.
Meant the other way round- the Supremes are a bit skinnier and that does reflect in the ride quality. Not much difference though, I hasten to add, and worth the increased friskiness. Mostly showing up in my front light mount rattling- adjustment of that should fix it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2012, 10:24:29 am
Change is afoot in the bike stable, such as it is. n-2 and n+2 are in progress and this n+1, my newly-acquired light tourer, a Jamis Aurora Elite:

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-dwkNtMW/0/L/i-dwkNtMW-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-wsVhHmV/0/L/i-wsVhHmV-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-Bh8tJRX/0/L/i-Bh8tJRX-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-vs6zGmV/0/L/i-vs6zGmV-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-WGW9cB3/0/L/i-WGW9cB3-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-6xHMWXv/0/L/i-6xHMWXv-L.jpg)

(http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-g9b5QRM/0/L/i-g9b5QRM-L.jpg)

A few others in this gallery:

http://www.smugmug.com/photos/swfpopup.mg?AlbumID=23906989&AlbumKey=Kh9jCJ

There has been considerable fettling required to get it from as it was when purchased to its current set-up. I'll do a proper review at some stage in the appropriate section.

Spec:

Wheels: Shimano R505 hubs, Mavic A119s, 36 front and rear
Tyres: Marathon Supreme 35c
Brakes: BB7s with Tektro levers
Saddle: Gilles Berthoud with ti rails and carbon seatpost, all lifted directly from my Van Nicholas.
Stem: Thomson
Bars: Salsa Cowbell 3
Drivetrain: 105 throughout, 50 / 40 / 30 and 12 - 30. KMC X10 chain.

Future plans:

Rear rack (it did come with a very substantial rack, but it is disc specific as a hangover from a previous version of this bike. Now that they have moved the rear caliper, a normal rack will do.
Front rack, perhaps small Nitto type.
SKS guards
Dynamo?
Wired computer
Eventually, some changes to the gearing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 02 July, 2012, 11:45:51 am
Be very interested to hear your views on the Aurora Elite - it's on my girlfriend's shopping list for new bike.  Looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2012, 12:18:50 pm
It is a very, very nice ride with fairly relaxed frame angles, at least in my frame size. I'll do a proper review in due course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2012, 12:33:33 pm
You want relaxed frame angles?  Here's Butterfly's fixed: A 1951 Rudge Pathfinder

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0588.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 July, 2012, 12:34:12 pm
And my workhorse Orbit:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0589.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 July, 2012, 01:05:54 pm
The Jamis does look rather nice. I like that it has a proper fork crown.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcinski on 02 July, 2012, 03:20:38 pm
First, a few teaser shots:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/6756642/zdj/IMAG0499.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/6756642/zdj/IMAG0502.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/6756642/zdj/IMAG0500.jpg)

And a whole bike:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/6756642/zdj/IMAG0497.jpg)


Lemond Zurich with 650b wheels, rides lovely.

Marcin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 July, 2012, 04:22:21 pm
Tidy! Nice little bike that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 03 July, 2012, 02:59:42 pm
Subtle changes, can you spot them?

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Y2JStmGU1Fo/T_L4yau-F4I/AAAAAAAACMk/CBO3JZCKaEA/s955/DSC_2738.JPG)

And the other one...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Fm7x0l78pT8/T_L5JR5baiI/AAAAAAAACNc/2JOULRN-Aes/s955/DSC_2744.JPG)

Original pics:

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WLsaUj2KlEA/ToXhPZV6TxI/AAAAAAAABO0/Zwm8na8YLLs/s962/DSC_0026.JPG)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-uGroMO6lWOI/Tpbc1qjyu9I/AAAAAAAABac/eViH57n-Sm4/s962/DSC_0034.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 July, 2012, 03:25:33 pm
Have you changed the saddle angle by about a degree?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 July, 2012, 04:39:46 pm
A bird's shat on the Inbred's bar tape?  You wanna get that wiped off, mate. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 05 July, 2012, 12:19:35 am
Quote from: clarion on 03 July, 2012, 04:39:46 pm
A bird's shat on the Inbred's bar tape?  You wanna get that wiped off, mate. ;)

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 07 July, 2012, 04:01:59 pm
N+1 by proxy. Mrs Ham's new bike, a Spesh Vita Comp, with added Brooks

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lFfgbItmE3Q/T_hOoKptqII/AAAAAAAAh1A/1tiKw8NxKHk/s800/IMG_0599.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 07 July, 2012, 06:47:35 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 03 July, 2012, 02:59:42 pm
Subtle changes, can you spot them?

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Y2JStmGU1Fo/T_L4yau-F4I/AAAAAAAACMk/CBO3JZCKaEA/s955/DSC_2738.JPG)

And the other one...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Fm7x0l78pT8/T_L5JR5baiI/AAAAAAAACNc/2JOULRN-Aes/s955/DSC_2744.JPG)


Yay for splash tape! :D (I have some black/purple splash lying around somewhere - haven't got around to actually using it yet though!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 07 July, 2012, 08:53:06 pm
OK, so I will put you all ou of your suspense..... (I am sure you can't stand the tension)

Ridley:
(click to show/hide)

InBred 29er
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 08 July, 2012, 07:52:51 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8005/7529318084_1be0681b87_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/7529318084/)
IMAG0564 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidmam/7529318084/) by davidmamartin (http://www.flickr.com/people/davidmam/), on Flickr
Peter trying the wee road bike. 20" wheels and yes I know it needs a longer seat pin.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 July, 2012, 06:20:05 pm
And more splash tape! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2012, 06:23:23 pm
Did we learn nothing from the 1980s? ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: David Martin on 09 July, 2012, 10:15:34 pm
Such as? I'd like an Islabike but the cost is somewhat excessive right now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 10 July, 2012, 12:13:39 pm
I think Clarion's objections are splash tape and suicide levers.

Suicide levers aren't necessarily suicidal, though. I'd object to the splash tape myself, but I have pink tape on mine, and I've heard about people in glass houses  ;)

He looks happy, and that's what counts.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 July, 2012, 12:16:39 pm
It's a grand bike, and those aren't really suicide levers, but cross-tops, aren't they?  It's the retro splash tape, which gives me flashbacks (splashbacks? :o ) to the bad taste of the 80s...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 12 July, 2012, 08:58:43 pm
Tewdric's Touring Trucker:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8013/7557725298_b5138b333c_z.jpg)

60cm LHT frame, parts bin bits inherited from my now-sold Galaxy  including Deore transmission, Spa Cycles Sugino chainset, Shimano R550 brakes, 26" Rigida Sputnik rims, Deore hubs, Sapim spokes - mix of DB and Strong,  26x1.75" Marathon Plus Tour tyres, Thorn bars and seatpost, Ergon GR3 grips, Brooks B17 saddle, Tubus Cargo/Tara rack combo.

Despite the touring pretensions it will mainly be used for pootling and carrying child seats.  I will, however, have a little fully loaded tourette soon and post another piccie of it doing what it should be doing.   I may go 1 or 2 cm longer on the stem but it is a very comfy ride at the moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 12 July, 2012, 09:07:22 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 12 July, 2012, 08:58:43 pm
Tewdric's Touring Trucker:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8013/7557725298_b5138b333c_z.jpg)

60cm LHT frame, parts bin bits inherited from my now-sold Galaxy  including Deore transmission, Spa Cycles Sugino chainset, Shimano R550 brakes, 26" Rigida Sputnik rims, Deore hubs, Sapim spokes - mix of DB and Strong,  26x1.75" Marathon Plus Tour tyres, Thorn bars and seatpost, Ergon GR3 grips, Brooks B17 saddle, Tubus Cargo/Tara rack combo.

Despite the touring pretensions it will mainly be used for pootling and carrying child seats.  I will, however, have a little fully loaded tourette soon and post another piccie of it doing what it should be doing.   I may go 1 or 2 cm longer on the stem but it is a very comfy ride at the moment.

Very nice  :thumbsup:
The wheels look smaller than 26" on the pic because it's such a mahoosive frame :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 July, 2012, 10:58:03 pm
Yeah, Tewdric's having us on - he's nicked those wheels off little Tomos's scooter!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 12 July, 2012, 11:09:08 pm
Jeez, it almost looks like a Moulton.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 July, 2012, 11:15:48 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 12 July, 2012, 08:58:43 pm
Tewdric's Touring Trucker:

Sturdy :)

Especially the wheels: that’s one heavy duty looking set of rims.

Hope you have many good miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 July, 2012, 08:21:48 am
Very nice Tewdric. 

My jury is still out on the suitability of 1.75 tyres for predominantly road use; my concerns centre around rolling resistance.  I have 26x1.75 Marathon Cross (*) boots on my equivalent of your lovely bike.  All my instincts tell me they're too wide but my limited experience of them thus far says they're going to be fine and they are certainly comfy.  I'm out on them again tomorrow morning so we'll see how we get on.

(*) I accept that the chunkier tread on the Cross variant is going to add to rolling resistance but I chose them to get better grip on bridleways.  This is one area where they have already excelled.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 13 July, 2012, 08:28:22 am
almost a snap with Mr Tewdric!! I've got different 1.75s on this beauty:
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/P1030446.jpg)

and they're fine, they roll very nicely.  It is bloody heavy though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 13 July, 2012, 03:22:26 pm
I nearly went for Marathon Supreme 2" jobs!  I want to be able to ride on forestry fireroads and Sustrans type paths on it, hence the robust rubber.  Panaracers would, no doubt,  roll much better but these seem that bit more bombproof.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 July, 2012, 03:28:25 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 13 July, 2012, 03:22:26 pm
I nearly went for Marathon Supreme 2" jobs!  I want to be able to ride on forestry fireroads and Sustrans type paths on it, hence the robust rubber.  Panaracers would, no doubt,  roll much better but see seem that bit more bombproof.

This was the rationale behind my choice of rubber.  I have used them on quite steep wet off-road climbs and they were surprisingly grippy given they don't have a full blown MTB tread.  No doubt you'd come badly unstuck using them on fast off-road twisty descents.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 13 July, 2012, 03:46:23 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 13 July, 2012, 08:21:48 am
My jury is still out on the suitability of 1.75 tyres for predominantly road use; my concerns centre around rolling resistance.  I have 26x1.75 Marathon Cross (*) boots on my equivalent of your lovely bike.  All my instincts tell me they're too wide but my limited experience of them thus far says they're going to be fine and they are certainly comfy.

I have a set of 700x38 Marathon Cross that take the place of my usual 700x28 Marathons on my sturdy do-it-all touring hybrid when I anticipate muddy conditions.  On the road, when inflated to their maximum 85PSI, I've never actually found a measurable difference in rolling resistance between them and the Marathons, though the knobbles obviously make them a lot dicier on fast corners.

I also have a set of Marathon Winters, which are obviously a complete bastard to ride serious distances on, but when fitted prevent the ambient temperature dropping below zero and are stunningly good off-road.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 13 July, 2012, 08:58:25 pm
Quote from: mike on 13 July, 2012, 08:28:22 am
almost a snap with Mr Tewdric!! I've got different 1.75s on this beauty
and they're fine, they roll very nicely.  It is bloody heavy though!

Mike- if you fit the front rack eye to the mudguard eye behind the fork dropout, you can get the pannier rail level.  You can then fit the mudguard stay to the rearmost eyes on the rack itself, although looking at yours the Berthoud stay may just fit inside the rack eye in the same place.  I can't do that with the SKS secuclips

Yes, it's bloody heavy - I've christened mine Warpig..  You get a good workout pedalling it uphill..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 14 July, 2012, 08:56:37 am
Mike I know we've met, how tall are you and what size is your frame?

Tewdric how tall are you?

I'm 6'1" with a 33" inside leg and I'm awaiting iminent delivery of a 58cm LHT, just checking I've ordered the right size like. I did measure the geo against current stable.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 14 July, 2012, 11:07:07 am
6'2" - either 58 or 60 would fit you I would guess.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tonycollinet on 15 July, 2012, 03:16:13 pm
Collected from Wheezer of this parish about three weeks ago.....

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/251956_3851043149408_713757712_n.jpg)

Off out on it now, to see if I can get my practise mileage up to 100
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 15 July, 2012, 03:53:36 pm
Member's son's bike actually - a dinky little Orbit adapted for a son who prefers flat bars, complete with vintage Campag thumbie but no front mech, as I haven't  yet found one that works and I think the 40T ring is fine for now.  I was rather pleased to have found this on eBay and was even more pleased to find it in such good condition.  But best of all was son #2's reaction on riding it up and down the street: "It's really easy to ride".
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8162/7574906146_0886514f13_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574906146/)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8028/7574905858_5c21eb8b3b_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574905858/)
and I couldn't help noting a reflection in the last one:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7248/7574905980_1b6d754352.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574905980/)
and the paint finish is rather nice
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7128/7574905662_d0e5906b18_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574905662/)

Edit: ooops, I seem to have bought a Mirage triple front mech on ebay five minutes ago.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 July, 2012, 05:29:24 pm
Quote from: tonycollinet on 15 July, 2012, 03:16:13 pm
Collected from Wheezer of this parish about three weeks ago.....

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/251956_3851043149408_713757712_n.jpg)

Nice.

Is the lowrider rack a retrofit?  Can't think why else you'd fit a propstand to the chainstay rather than the lowrider's  mounting plate...


Quote
Off out on it now, to see if I can get my practise mileage up to 100

Enjoy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tonycollinet on 15 July, 2012, 06:10:56 pm
Quote from: Kim on 15 July, 2012, 05:29:24 pm


Is the lowrider rack a retrofit?  Can't think why else you'd fit a propstand to the chainstay rather than the lowrider's  mounting plate...


Don't know, bike is as I collected it. Although the propstand fixing point seems to be dedicated for the purpose, and that position does have the advantage that I can tip the bike forward on front wheel and propstand* to spin the pedals when I've stopped in too high a gear  ;D

*Whilst I'm off the bike, natch.


EDIT: In fact the standard 2008 operating instructions show it in this configuration on the front cover:
http://www.bicycleman.com/recumbents/hp_velotechnik/owner-manuals/HPVelo-Streetmachine-GTe-manual.pdf
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 15 July, 2012, 06:14:35 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 14 July, 2012, 08:56:37 am
Mike I know we've met, how tall are you and what size is your frame?

Tewdric how tall are you?

I'm 6'1" with a 33" inside leg and I'm awaiting iminent delivery of a 58cm LHT, just checking I've ordered the right size like. I did measure the geo against current stable.  ;)

I'm 6'2, same leg length as you, mines a 58. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 July, 2012, 07:11:41 pm
Converted to fixed :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7128/7576295566_a7a3fa6b82.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7576295566/)
Henry Burton Fixed (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7576295566/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 July, 2012, 07:32:39 pm
Quote from: tonycollinet on 15 July, 2012, 06:10:56 pm
Don't know, bike is as I collected it. Although the propstand fixing point seems to be dedicated for the purpose, and that position does have the advantage that I can tip the bike forward on front wheel and propstand* to spin the pedals when I've stopped in too high a gear  ;D

Hmm, interesting.  The lowrider mounting cunningly puts the stand closer to the centre of the bike, and slightly further outboard for more stability when fully loaded - much better than a stand on any upright tourer (though the usual problems with soft ground apply).  It's also within kicking range if you forget to retract it before mounting the bike   :D.  My understanding was the chainstay braze-on was for bikes supplied without the lowrider.  Maybe they decided not to bother stocking two kinds of stand, or something.

And yes, you can still do the tipping forward manoeuvre - it's extremely useful to have a stand for that reason (and means you can do things like adjust the indexing without a workstand or assistant).  Even when you've learned to change down at the slightest inkling of a need to stop, emergencies do still happen from time to time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 July, 2012, 09:20:15 pm
Hey, Windy, that looks great. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 16 July, 2012, 08:02:30 pm
Quote from: mike on 15 July, 2012, 06:14:35 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 14 July, 2012, 08:56:37 am
Mike I know we've met, how tall are you and what size is your frame?

Tewdric how tall are you?

I'm 6'1" with a 33" inside leg and I'm awaiting iminent delivery of a 58cm LHT, just checking I've ordered the right size like. I did measure the geo against current stable.  ;)

I'm 6'2, same leg length as you, mines a 58.

The other pertinent factor is what sort of bars you plan to use. I wanted to use flat bars and so needed the extra top tube length of the 60cm frame.  It's the right size for me, but I could have got away with a 58 using drop bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 July, 2012, 11:20:44 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 15 July, 2012, 03:53:36 pm
Member's son's bike actually - a dinky little Orbit adapted for a son who prefers flat bars, complete with vintage Campag thumbie but no front mech, as I haven't  yet found one that works and I think the 40T ring is fine for now.  I was rather pleased to have found this on eBay and was even more pleased to find it in such good condition.  But best of all was son #2's reaction on riding it up and down the street: "It's really easy to ride".
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8162/7574906146_0886514f13_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574906146/)
[img width=640 height=528]
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/7574905858/)

Paul - I think I've just bought a bike with a similar chainset, except mine came without the granny ring. I've bought a replacement, but now see that I think I need some spacers too. What's the set up on yours? Are there spacers between the granny and middle ring?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 17 July, 2012, 10:19:25 am
Quote from: Paul on 16 July, 2012, 11:20:44 pm
Paul - I think I've just bought a bike with a similar chainset, except mine came without the granny ring. I've bought a replacement, but now see that I think I need some spacers too. What's the set up on yours? Are there spacers between the granny and middle ring?

Yes, there are spacers in there. I can try and get measurements if that would help.  It's a Campag triple, possibly from when they did a Mirage T groupset in the mid-90s, although I note that the Mirage T front mech has a chrome finish that's unlike the understated brushed alloy finish on the cranks and the painted silver on the brakes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 17 July, 2012, 09:09:25 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 17 July, 2012, 10:19:25 am
Quote from: Paul on 16 July, 2012, 11:20:44 pm
Paul - I think I've just bought a bike with a similar chainset, except mine came without the granny ring. I've bought a replacement, but now see that I think I need some spacers too. What's the set up on yours? Are there spacers between the granny and middle ring?

Yes, there are spacers in there. I can try and get measurements if that would help.  It's a Campag triple, possibly from when they did a Mirage T groupset in the mid-90s, although I note that the Mirage T front mech has a chrome finish that's unlike the understated brushed alloy finish on the cranks and the painted silver on the brakes.

I suspected as much. Don't worry about measurements, I'm going to see if Mercian can help me out, before throwing myself on the cruelty of the web.

V nice bike, btw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 17 July, 2012, 09:58:35 pm
Thanks Paul - son #2 agrees, having just had another test ride up and down the street following installation of campag thumbie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 21 July, 2012, 03:35:51 pm
The Phoenix has risen (old paint job was better, tho)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-urPWDjj8_xc/UAq98MgdPpI/AAAAAAAAiEg/gOgE7qyFlDs/s800/IMG_0624.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 21 July, 2012, 10:26:12 pm
Looks a cracking bike, Ham, Pomps (fixed or otherwise) are great value.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyK on 22 July, 2012, 09:21:31 am
Resurrected my old Merckx - bought in '82 - and took it for a spin this morning:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/P1020035.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/Minitar1/P1020042.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 22 July, 2012, 12:16:14 pm
Donation from my dad, cro-mo Carrera Vanquish, Shimano RSX groupset. Not a bad ride. It looked a bit muckier than this after the route tiermat took us along the Swale..

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7118/7621133212_6fe5072a29_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/7621133212/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 July, 2012, 05:54:12 pm
In the dappled sunlight of Hampton Court cafe

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0638.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 22 July, 2012, 06:02:11 pm
My Peregrine shortly before its gear cable lost the will to live.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7276/7623044810_a3a81dfe07_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7623044810/)
Peregrine (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7623044810/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 July, 2012, 08:50:55 pm
Nice, I like the bars very much.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 22 July, 2012, 09:16:25 pm
Thanks :) I'm very happy with the bars too, very comfortable. I can spend longer on the drops than any other bars I've had and they still give a good range of positions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 24 July, 2012, 02:00:27 pm
Shiny Yates  :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7134/7636652466_f602c9c653_z_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 24 July, 2012, 02:49:35 pm
Quote from: fungus on 24 July, 2012, 02:00:27 pm
Shiny Yates  :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7134/7636652466_f602c9c653_z_d.jpg)

I never get sick of seeing pictures of that bike.  In fact the only picture I don't want to see is one of it after a stack....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 26 July, 2012, 08:26:00 am
This is an interim carnation of my Long Haul Trucker which I finished last night.  I'm assessing stem length etc.

 (http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0228.jpg)

Very stable ride on 32s. It's nice to be looking where you're going, and no loss of overall average speed for a sturdier machine.

This is now my one stop bike for all bike jobs apart from the Steamroller. Surly geek now I guess.

 (http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0227.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 26 July, 2012, 08:42:08 am
Interesting looking bike Bloomers, I look forward to seeing it in the flesh  :thumbsup:
Title: Peregrine
Post by: bumper on 26 July, 2012, 08:51:10 am
Quote from: PaulF on 22 July, 2012, 06:02:11 pm
My Peregrine shortly before its gear cable lost the will to live.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7276/7623044810_a3a81dfe07_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7623044810/)
Peregrine (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7623044810/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr

Looks lovely Paul.
I'm missing mine already, Graeme is collecting mine his on Sunday.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 July, 2012, 08:37:17 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8168/7663680398_84454cfdb9_m.jpg)

At last...older residents may remember that I have been working on a project for some time. Here it is ready for the road in its Mk1a configuration with ninja deathstar style Campag Gran Turismo mech. Spot your bit!

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8158/7663678742_2c3ca6b232_m.jpg)

And later this afternoon with more discrete Campag 980 mech. Mk1b.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8026/7663676158_204e3fcbce_m.jpg)

Another view.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7254/7663681638_65d1bfeb45_m.jpg)

What it originally purported to be, a Witcomb. Actually the frame is a Viscount, probably a Victor with lugged head tube. With Roberts forks, and generally built up with objets trouvés, objets scroungés and objets EBays. It's turned out better than I had hoped - it's a cracking little bike! I'll run it round for the rest of the summer and get it well sorted then address the cosmetic issues during the winter. I am very chuffed with it!

(I'll put up some bigger pics once I work out how do do it)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 28 July, 2012, 08:47:56 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 28 July, 2012, 08:37:17 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8168/7663680398_84454cfdb9_m.jpg)

At last...older residents may remember that I have been working on a project for some time. Here it is ready for the road in its Mk1a configuration with ninja deathstar Campag Gran Turismo mech. Spot your bit!

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8158/7663678742_2c3ca6b232_m.jpg)

And later this afternoon with more discrete Campag 980 mech. Mk1b.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8026/7663676158_204e3fcbce_m.jpg) Nice bike but why is the saddle pointing to tokyo?

Another view.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7254/7663681638_65d1bfeb45_m.jpg)

What it originally purported to be, a Witcomb. Actually the frame is a Viscount, probably a Victor with lugged head tube. With Roberts forks, and generally built up with objets trouvés, objets scroungés and objets EBays. It's turned out better than I had hoped; it's a cracking little bike! I'll run it round for the rest of the summer and get it well sorted then address the cosmetic issues during the winter. I am very chuffed with it!
nice bike what's with the saddle pointing to tokyo ? must put unwanted pressure on a certain area ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 28 July, 2012, 11:00:52 pm
The Ti road bike has gone green:-

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7119/7661373352_cf1881579a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/7661373352/)
Burls Road (http://www.flickr.com/photos/37729119@N08/7661373352/) by MacBludgeon (http://www.flickr.com/people/37729119@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 July, 2012, 07:51:32 am
http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7663678742/

I can't work out how to post bigger pictures than those posted earlier (any tips on this?) so in the meantime, link to pics of Viscount project bike above. More later as it develops further. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 29 July, 2012, 08:09:21 am
Easiest way from Flickr is to click on the left, Share -> Grab the BB code and select "Grab BB Code" radio button, copy & paste thusly:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8158/7663678742_2c3ca6b232.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7663678742/)
Viscount - Bridge (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7663678742/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 July, 2012, 08:23:48 am
Many thanks Ham! I'll give it another go!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 29 July, 2012, 08:28:54 am
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8168/7663680398_84454cfdb9_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7663680398/)
Viscount (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7663680398/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Ah-ha! But without clicking on insert image! Gottit!

So, project in Mk1A config with Campag Gran Turismo rear mech, I had difficulty keeping this in adjustment so have changed it for a 980.

What else...Frame is Viscount Aerospace (probably Victor with lugged headtube) Roberts road forks, Mavic 700 rims on original high flange hubs (with wingnuts on front) with Vittoria Rubinos, Stronglight cranks, 5 speed Shimano freewheel from original bike. Weinmann 730 long reach calliper rear, 500 front, levers ex Raleigh Royal. Brooks B17N, Cinelli Criterium bars with Mavic stem ex Coventry Eagle as were the shorty mudguards. Dia Compe headset with home made electrical conduit spacer, MKS Sylvan track pedals. Err... that's it.

Hope to have the painting carried out by local powder coating company over the winter. Currently favouring a blue/grey/green 1950s Austin A35 look - or at least shade.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 29 July, 2012, 06:11:33 pm
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-pwX9Vr_cHuM/UBVt84EnGmI/AAAAAAAABTk/W53ImCsn9LM/s640/P1020688.JPG)
At the start of my tour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 29 July, 2012, 06:28:34 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?

Very nice!  Just about anywhere is the answer to your question.  Maybe take up where Deano left off?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 06:30:57 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 29 July, 2012, 06:28:34 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?

Very nice!  Just about anywhere is he answer to your question.  Maybe take up where Deano left off?  ;D

Ok I'll ask.........

<don tin hat>

She said no.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 29 July, 2012, 07:12:28 pm
(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/inbred_jul12.jpg)

Just bought some new panniers so this provided an excuse for another photo :).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 29 July, 2012, 09:16:01 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 06:30:57 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 29 July, 2012, 06:28:34 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?

Very nice!  Just about anywhere is he answer to your question.  Maybe take up where Deano left off?  ;D

Ok I'll ask.........

<don tin hat>

She said no.

Shame - that'd do well in India. I like the gold fittings.

I'm definitely getting a LHT (disc version) for my next bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 July, 2012, 06:32:19 am
Three cracking machines I'd happily own from bloomers, Andrij and Woofage - nice ones chaps.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?

Very nice, where did you get the seatpost and stem?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 30 July, 2012, 08:50:57 am
Quote from: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Quote from: bloomers100 on 29 July, 2012, 05:48:10 pm
(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/IMAG0230.jpg)

All done, now where shall I go?

Very nice, where did you get the seatpost and stem?

I suspect bought s/h from Timmy Mallet, who left his calling card.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 30 July, 2012, 11:17:29 am
Quote from: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Very nice, where did you get the seatpost and stem?

Stem is a Hope 90mm MTB stem available at various places probably could do with longer TBH. The seatpost is from Brick Lane Bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 11:20:48 am
Quote from: bloomers100 on 30 July, 2012, 11:17:29 am
Quote from: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 07:02:41 am
Very nice, where did you get the seatpost and stem?

Stem is a Hope 90mm MTB stem available at various places probably could do with longer TBH. The seatpost is from Brick Lane Bikes.

Thanks, looking to add some colour to my Pugsley!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 30 July, 2012, 11:41:18 am
Have a flick through the online catalogue linked from the BLB website.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 30 July, 2012, 11:53:38 am
Quote from: bloomers100 on 30 July, 2012, 11:41:18 am
Have a flick through the online catalogue linked from the BLB website.

Thanks - seems to plenty of stuff that looks adequately purple for my purposes :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 09:06:17 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8148/7706248172_e099efc20d_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/7706248172/)

Re-sprayed, now with green bar tape and currently set up with a 58" fixed gear. There's a 52" on the other side.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 August, 2012, 09:15:57 pm
Like it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 11:04:41 pm
Me too ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 04 August, 2012, 09:06:37 am
Quote from: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 09:06:17 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8148/7706248172_e099efc20d_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/7706248172/)

Re-sprayed, now with green bar tape and currently set up with a 58" fixed gear. There's a 52" on the other side.

Looks eager and business like.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 August, 2012, 10:20:53 am
Quote from: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 11:04:41 pm
Me too ;D

It that the bike you took on your long tour?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 August, 2012, 05:12:32 pm
Oh, a colour co-ordinated mudflap! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 04 August, 2012, 07:34:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 August, 2012, 10:20:53 am
Quote from: Deano on 03 August, 2012, 11:04:41 pm
Me too ;D

It that the bike you took on your long tour?

Aye, same bike. Ish. Different drivetrain and rear wheel, obviously. I'm pleased to have it fixed and spruced up - considering how close I came to leaving it in a ditch in India!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 August, 2012, 07:38:15 pm
Brilliant. What tyres are you using?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 04 August, 2012, 08:07:43 pm
Erm, Panaracer Mach, I think. Donated by Tiermat.

(front hub donated by Clare and Vernon, seatpost donated by Crinkly Lion :))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 05 August, 2012, 08:57:11 pm
Not mine, been sorting it for a couple of friends, but will be piloting it at the Ullapool Sportive late September (with a previous worlds masters champion female pursuiter doing the stoking)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7138/7719091500_3618c023ff.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7719091500/)
Tandem (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7719091500/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

More pics here (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1241.6150)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 05 August, 2012, 09:00:36 pm
Quote from: windy on 05 August, 2012, 08:57:11 pm
Not mine, been sorting it for a couple of friends, but will be piloting it at the Ullapool Sportive late September (with a previous worlds masters champion female pursuiter doing the stoking)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7138/7719091500_3618c023ff.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7719091500/)
Tandem (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/7719091500/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

More pics here (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1241.6150)
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE windy you have to overtake a dentist on a pinarello and ride him of your wheel  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 05 August, 2012, 09:01:42 pm
Oh, that's a pretty tandem! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 05 August, 2012, 09:04:45 pm
& I reckon it goes like the Wind(y)


I didn't even take my coat off
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 05 August, 2012, 09:05:10 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 05 August, 2012, 09:00:36 pm
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE windy you have to overtake a dentist on a pinarello and ride him of your wheel  ;D

Preferably with no stoker, but with the rear cranks rotating amusingly!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 05 August, 2012, 09:47:18 pm
Couldn't beat him in the 70s not much chance of giving his ego a bashing now :(

Tandem belongs to Andrea Ingram (ex development officer at Manchester Velodrome). My tandem partner will be Evelyn Dunstan (http://700x35.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/evelyn-dunstan.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 14 August, 2012, 08:34:46 am
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8422/7779689738_63c2658383_h.jpg)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7139/7779693704_97de50ac95_b.jpg)
Here are a couple of photos of my favourite bike, a Thorn Audax Classic bought second hand about three years ago. It suits me perfectly.   

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8425/7779683856_1eecabf33f_b.jpg)
And This is my old Trek mountain bike, bought new in the mid 90s, it has slowly morphed into a touring bike. Shown here taking Mini Joe on an early Sunday ride along the Plym Valley path.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 14 August, 2012, 08:55:34 am
Swift on my Dartmoor trip

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8281/7779814746_94b8d56304_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7779814746/)
Swift on Dartmoor (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/7779814746/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 14 August, 2012, 10:08:29 pm
(http://audaxing.files.wordpress.com/2012/08/imgp3217.jpg?w=768)

Setavento Ti custom, with welded repair, Tortec Ultralight rack, SQR block, Generator powered lights, handmade wheels, Ragley Luxy bars, B17, Marathon Supremes, 1x9 gearing

The plant in the background is a Fig tree
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 August, 2012, 11:21:12 pm
A new addition to the stable is this Carrera Vanquish for #1 son.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0843.jpg)

You wouldn't believe how little this weighs.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0844.jpg)

Nor would you believe how little I paid for it given that it was bought from several different places.

The blue tyres and bar tape are, I think, sufficient proof that William is not a Man U supporter.  ;D

He's over the moon with it . . .

For the 'Fence Police' I have no responsibility for the uncoated timber in the background, I was just leaning my bike on it. That's all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 16 August, 2012, 09:52:02 pm
Just built a new, old bike up. The make is Spinney, but it's nickname is the 'Village bike' because it's the sort of bike that will be used to run errands around the village:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Village%20Bike/Villagebikebottle2.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Village%20Bike/Villagebike13.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Village%20Bike/VillageBikeBW2.jpg)

Does it look better with...
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Village%20Bike/villagebike3.jpg)

...or without?
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Village%20Bike/Villagebike4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 August, 2012, 11:20:46 pm
Never mind the basket, those plastic pedals need to go!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 16 August, 2012, 11:23:27 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 August, 2012, 11:21:12 pm
A new addition to the stable is this Carrera Vanquish for #1 son.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0843.jpg)

You wouldn't believe how little this weighs.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/DSCF0844.jpg)

Nor would you believe how little I paid for it given that it was bought from several different places.

The blue tyres and bar tape are, I think, sufficient proof that William is not a Man U supporter.  ;D

He's over the moon with it . . .

For the 'Fence Police' I have no responsibility for the uncoated timber in the background, I was just leaning my bike on it. That's all.

There are a number of positives there; the valves are in line with the tyre labels, the rear derailleur cable outer is (unusually, for this forum) the correct length and the bar taping with matching tyres a nicely coordinated touch, without being too naff. 

But what were you thinking with the crank positions?  They should be set vertically downward on the camera side, no exceptions.   ;D

Nice bike though - hope he enjoys it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 17 August, 2012, 01:31:45 am
Quote from: Kim on 16 August, 2012, 11:20:46 pm
Never mind the basket, those plastic pedals need to go!

Yeah, I have some Lyotard rat-traps that I intended to fit, but could only find an un-matched pair in the bike graveyard  workshop.  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 17 August, 2012, 08:55:46 pm
Quote from: Tewdric on 16 August, 2012, 11:23:27 pm
But what were you thinking with the crank positions?  They should be set vertically downward on the camera side, no exceptions.   ;D

Disagree: it seems that the protocol allows for:

- in line with the seat tube, or;
- in line with the chain stays.

However, given that torslanda was trespassing on the fence, we should be grateful that the bike's even in focus, let alone he got 2 shots off before the land owner did.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 August, 2012, 07:41:30 pm
My Pat Hanlon Criterium project bike, well frame really, in fetching Pea Green resting on the spookily similarly coloured maintenance frame I bought at a boot fair last week. The frame appears to have been subject to a regime of benign neglect but seems to be in pretty good nick although I did find a small ding on the LHS of the down tube beneath where the shifter band would be - but I don't think that this should affect things greatly. It's a pretty little frame, light, slender and elegant and dates from 1969. It has a Campag BB! Well, most of one, and going by the marks on the frame appears to have been a 10 (or 12) speed machine.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8293/7809579064_d649515749_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7809579064/)
Hanlon 1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7809579064/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

The second pic shows the frame after a couple of hours cleaning the gunk out of the down tube and steerer to allow fitting the Gipiemme fluted seatpost and random Milremo stem and bars. I also fitted some wheels just to check the brake drops, it was originally built for 700c so I won't need to fiddle around with long reach calipers. I am itching to get cracking with this project but need to hold back a little as it is supposed to last me through the winter!

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8293/7809576722_781d89a025_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7809576722/)
Hanlon 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7809576722/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 19 August, 2012, 08:36:46 pm
What Boot Fair Juan? Never seen anything half as useful as this at any Boot Fair I have been to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 19 August, 2012, 10:17:49 pm
It was a boot fair at Northiam - I just happened to be passing and dropped in - I don't usually see anything worth having but have been very lucky recently. I went to one at Headcorn today and picked up a few useful bits including a stem for the above frame. It's funny, I rarely see any cycling stuff at all - it must be fate!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 24 August, 2012, 04:14:17 pm
My Dawes Horizon this morning at Mangotsfield station, with Ortileb Front panniers for carrying all of Little Dinamo's stuff  ;D

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee253/ianrsparrow/24082012739.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 August, 2012, 08:17:33 pm
Very neat. I have a vague feeling I did once manage to get the panniers on my hybrid when Little Cudzo was in the child seat, but front panniers would certainly have made for better weight distribution. I note you have a cushion on there - is that for her comfort, to boost her height and give her a better view, or to, erm, absorb leaks?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: simonb on 25 August, 2012, 02:37:25 pm
It goes :-)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/1127109/bikey/DSC_0002.JPG)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/1127109/bikey/DSC_0004.JPG)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/1127109/bikey/DSC_0009.JPG)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/1127109/bikey/DSC_0001.JPG)

 ;D

Awaiting blingy wheels...

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 25 August, 2012, 04:19:29 pm
New find in the Salvation Army bike recycling shop (http://www.recycles-swindon.co.uk/) in Swindon.

(http://robotninja.net/~chris/RaleighCriterium.JPG)

The decals say it's a Raleigh Criterium 12 Triathlon, and from a bit of Googling to understand the serial number it's from 1987. It doesn't seem to be in bad nick, for a bike almost as old as I am, but needs a bit of tinkering with. I'm contemplating converting it to a singlespeed, and maybe sticking some flat bars on it. First job, though, will be replacing what appear to be the original tires - both because of age, and because 20mm is far too skinny for a fatso like me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 August, 2012, 05:23:10 pm
Not singlespeed.  Singlespeed is for Laodiceans, neither hot not cold.  Fixed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 25 August, 2012, 05:41:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 25 August, 2012, 05:23:10 pm
Not singlespeed.  Singlespeed is for Laodiceans, neither hot not cold.  Fixed.

It's a fair point. I suppose n1 has gears and a freewheel so n2 doesn't need them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 August, 2012, 07:22:40 pm
Nice one, Dibdib.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chilipapa on 28 August, 2012, 09:43:00 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8018/7519858488_06df9b96df_z.jpg)
My nice comfy audax/winter bike. I love this bike.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8287/7567151146_988076b526_z.jpg)
My Ti training bike, this does the most miles.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7230/7336265342_3d8719a526.jpg)
On board the carbon race bike, in the over 50s
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 28 August, 2012, 10:09:56 pm
Nice bikes! love the Rampon but what model TCR is the carbon  ??? Can only see the headtube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 28 August, 2012, 10:14:34 pm
Some better photos of the fleet:

(http://robotninja.net/~chris/thefleet.jpg)

Although the Raleigh one isn't strictly accurate - it's currently strewn in a couple of dozen bits across my living room  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chilipapa on 28 August, 2012, 10:42:52 pm
Quote from: fungus on 28 August, 2012, 10:09:56 pm
Nice bikes! love the Rampon but what model TCR is the carbon  ??? Can only see the headtube.

It's an old Advanced (I think) from 2007. It's immaculate as it's only ever been raced. I 've just put SRAM on it and put the old stuff on my crosser.
It's the exact same frame that Cav used back then.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 02 September, 2012, 08:28:57 am
N+1! My Raleigh Clubman ex Stevevw pictured yesterday on its first run out. The bench is a memorial to Kent cyclists just outside Smarden.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8036/7911319686_2226c9e3c0_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7911319686/)
RClubman1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7911319686/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 02 September, 2012, 09:03:36 am
Quote from: yellowhammer on 01 September, 2012, 12:45:13 pm
The TCX3 is pretty much how I want it now. At least until I can find some bar tape that better matches the saddle;

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8300/7905686548_5e06888abb_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/7961016@N07/7905686548/)
245/366 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/7961016@N07/7905686548/) by yellowhammer_01 (http://www.flickr.com/people/7961016@N07/), on Flickr

This (http://www.wiggle.co.uk/charge/cycle/bar-tape/) is probably what you need then :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 02 September, 2012, 11:34:07 am
No problem :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 September, 2012, 03:35:34 am
Quote from: Juan Martín on 02 September, 2012, 08:28:57 am
N+1! My Raleigh Clubman ex Stevevw pictured yesterday on its first run out. The bench is a memorial to Kent cyclists just outside Smarden.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8036/7911319686_2226c9e3c0_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7911319686/)
RClubman1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/7911319686/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Blimey  :o  I used to have one of those!  I must have bought it in 1985.  In 1986 I rode it from Chichester to Paris and back over the August  bank holiday weekend - my first ever long ride.  The following year I rode off on it round Europe covering 1900 miles in about 9 weeks.  We even went through the Alps.  I wish I'd kept the bike, I loved it.

How does it ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2012, 09:04:28 am
Judging by the Reynolds stickers this example appears to be from 1985 - 50 glorious years of 531. It isn’t the lightest bike in my stable but it seems to be a good quality build and seems to have been well-loved and well looked after. It has obviously done some miles judging by the strap rub on the cranks but the finish is in very good condition and everything seems sound – and everything is there, even the dustcaps on the cranks and pedals. I am very impressed by the Suntour ARX mechs which give very quick and precise changing – I have not used Suntour before but they are nearly as good as the indexed Shimano mechs on my Royal. The wheels are 27” x 1 ¼” which look massive after running around on 23s. But I have a couple of pairs of 27” tyres left over from running my old Coventry Eagle so they should last me a few years, so I am looking forward to a long and interesting relationship.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 September, 2012, 09:12:54 am
If I remember rightly only the main tubes were 531 which I took to mean the forks, chain and seat stays were something different.  I changed the mechs as I put a bigger block on the back and had a triple chainset fitted to give lower gears for climbing fully loaded.

From what I remember the bike rode beautifully and converted well into a tourer with bags front and back.  I used the stock wheels and they coped well even when a tyre blow out caused the rear to buckle and a spoke to break.  A chap in Orleans fixed it, thankfully I had spare spokes with me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 03 September, 2012, 09:28:26 am
Quote from: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2012, 09:04:28 am
The wheels are 27” x 1 ¼” which look massive after running around on 23s. But I have a couple of pairs of 27” tyres left over from running my old Coventry Eagle so they should last me a few years, so I am looking forward to a long and interesting relationship.  :thumbsup:
You can still buy 27 x 1 1/4" tyres: Continental, Michelin, Panaracer, Schwalbe, Raleigh . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2012, 09:30:40 am
Yes, I think it says 531 Butted Frame Tubes so this wouldn't have been Raleigh's top of the range offering but as I say, it does seem to be a good quality build, and it is well finished. For example, the lining around the head tube lugs is very nicely done. I'm delighted with it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 September, 2012, 09:32:37 am
You're a lucky chap.  I wish I still had mine  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2012, 10:07:02 am
Quote from: Bledlow on 03 September, 2012, 09:28:26 am
Quote from: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2012, 09:04:28 am
The wheels are 27” x 1 ¼” which look massive after running around on 23s. But I have a couple of pairs of 27” tyres left over from running my old Coventry Eagle so they should last me a few years, so I am looking forward to a long and interesting relationship.  :thumbsup:
You can still buy 27 x 1 1/4" tyres: Continental, Michelin, Panaracer, Schwalbe, Raleigh . . .

It is currently fitted with Schwalbes which do not seem to have done many miles. I think I'll leave these on for the winter and change to the spare Contis ( SuperUltraMega Sport or something) for next summer as they are a bit slicker...although in my experience somewhat prone to you know what.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 09 September, 2012, 08:31:52 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20120909_121612.jpg)

Got this off bloomers on this very forum and finally got the look i wanted so I'm now happy to post a pic

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 09 September, 2012, 10:57:28 pm
Dirty Disco fitted with the deceased Ti bike's bits:-

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8035/7960876472_05291b0a9a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7960876472/)
Disco ! Yeah baby ! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7960876472/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8303/7960868790_d9c064b9fa_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7960868790/)
On One Dirty Disco (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/7960868790/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

It doesn't look as sleek now that I've added mud-guards and a pump.
The saddle is also too high but I can't drop it 'cos the seatpost is too long.
After today, my back hurts.
When I get the position sorted, I'm sure that I'll really love this bike.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 September, 2012, 10:41:30 pm
Quote from: finch on 09 September, 2012, 08:31:52 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20120909_121612.jpg)

Got this off bloomers on this very forum and finally got the look i wanted so I'm now happy to post a pic

That's bloomin lovely finch  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 11 September, 2012, 10:28:10 pm
Thanks fungus.  made alot of changes,  shaved alot of grams  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 11 September, 2012, 10:45:09 pm
I'm not normally a fan of white bar tape, but it really suits that bike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 17 September, 2012, 06:04:08 pm
OBSESSION

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2012-07-281828302.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 September, 2012, 11:00:59 pm
Quote from: finch on 09 September, 2012, 08:31:52 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20120909_121612.jpg)


That's nice.

What make are the wheels rims?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 18 September, 2012, 10:06:01 am
They're easton ea50 aero.  swapped my mavic aksium and a few other bits for them
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 18 September, 2012, 01:00:34 pm
Quote from: Pip on 17 September, 2012, 06:04:08 pm
OBSESSION

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2012-07-281828302.jpg)

That's bloomin lovely too.  Seriously need to get myself a pimped up ride ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tomlo on 22 September, 2012, 02:15:57 pm
With great thanks to PaulF, Twedric, PpPete, Biggsy and everyone else who offered advice when I had questions regarding what parts I should use I now finally have my bike finished.


(http://www.squidgybanana.co.uk/yammad/mtb01.jpg)

(http://www.squidgybanana.co.uk/yammad/mtb02.jpg)

Took it out for a quick blitz before work, headset worked a little loose but other than that everything spot-on, thanks again to everyone who offered their advice during me buying parts/building I couldnt have done it without the help of the nice people here :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adenough on 25 September, 2012, 07:59:04 pm
My first post and first picture. Evenin all. :)
My Raleigh Royal on the Canal Du Midi last week.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8458/8015200128_895abd4a5a_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 September, 2012, 08:07:13 pm
Welcome to YACF and thanks for showing us your lovely bike.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: AndyK on 25 September, 2012, 08:25:17 pm
Quote from: adenough on 25 September, 2012, 07:59:04 pm
My first post and first picture. Evenin all. :)
My Raleigh Royal on the Canal Du Midi last week.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8458/8015200128_895abd4a5a_z.jpg)

Nice bike, and welcome to the forum!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 September, 2012, 08:44:01 pm
Welcome to the forum and a lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 September, 2012, 08:45:49 pm
Quote from: Pip on 17 September, 2012, 06:04:08 pm
OBSESSION

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2012-07-281828302.jpg)

*little moment*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adenough on 25 September, 2012, 10:00:17 pm
Thanks for the comments. Yes it is a nice old bike but close up it has a few scratches and scars. The picture was on the last day of a ride from Paris to Beziers. I was on the way to the airport when I took the picture, so it's carrying a fair amount of French road muck.

Jim
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 September, 2012, 11:48:12 pm
Quote from: adenough on 25 September, 2012, 10:00:17 pm
Thanks for the comments. Yes it is a nice old bike but close up it has a few scratches and scars. The picture was on the last day of a ride from Paris to Beziers  :o  I was on the way to the airport when I took the picture, so it's carrying a fair amount of French road muck.

Jim

Epic! Hope to read about it in the 'Ride Reports' section.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 26 September, 2012, 12:16:49 am
Quote from: adenough on 25 September, 2012, 07:59:04 pm
My first post and first picture. Evenin all. :)
My Raleigh Royal on the Canal Du Midi last week.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8458/8015200128_895abd4a5a_z.jpg)

Welcome, Adenough!  You might like to have a look at this:-

http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=10.13635
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adenough on 26 September, 2012, 09:20:20 pm
I've put day one on the ride reports. The rest a work in progress. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 27 September, 2012, 06:35:40 pm
Dolan Proffisio. New winter training bike:

(http://www.zaribor.com/raz/pics/dolan.jpg)

Ain't no Shimano on that bitch...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 27 September, 2012, 09:17:55 pm
Very business like. Nice build.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 09:19:05 pm
's'all right, I suppose.

If you like that sort of thing.




I like that sort of thing :thumbsup:

Very purposeful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 27 September, 2012, 10:24:41 pm
Quote from: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 09:19:05 pm
's'all right, I suppose.

If you like that sort of thing.




I like that sort of thing :thumbsup:

Very purposeful.

Is it not a bit... err.. too this century for you though?  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 September, 2012, 10:28:19 pm
Well, of course it could be improved by a bit more Sturmey Archer, and a Carradice saddlebag, but I understand some people prefer the new-fangled nonsense like chain-twisting gears. ;)

Looks like you intend to continue getting the miles in this winter. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 28 September, 2012, 11:31:49 am
That's what a winter training bike should look like.  :thumbsup:

I'd be interested to hear what you think of it, like I mentioned, a few of my clubmates have them and I haven't heard a bad word about them yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 September, 2012, 08:51:19 pm
Look what we found in the dining room! :thumbsup:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0757.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 September, 2012, 09:18:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 September, 2012, 08:51:19 pm
Look what we found in the dining room! :thumbsup:
A 7-day cafe? Very practical!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 28 September, 2012, 10:34:12 pm
BEAST
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2012-09-28201435.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 September, 2012, 12:53:21 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 28 September, 2012, 09:18:30 pm
Quote from: clarion on 28 September, 2012, 08:51:19 pm
Look what we found in the dining room! :thumbsup:
A 7-day cafe? Very practical!  ;D

I know!  Handy or what, eh? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 29 September, 2012, 11:00:03 pm
Where did you get the clamp to attach sign to your bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 September, 2012, 01:26:50 am
^ ^ ^ ^ ^
<Splort¬!> Chortle . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 30 September, 2012, 09:23:18 pm
Very nice Pip :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jeff in Wales on 30 September, 2012, 10:45:29 pm
Hi,

New bike so I figured I may as well become a new member too  :)

It's a Specialized Crosstrail pro disc 2013. Purchased from Evans Cycles in Liverpool yesterday.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8039/8038909815_8827f4227a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/8038909815/)
Specialized Crosstrail Pro Disc 2013 101 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/8038909815/) by Jeff in Wales (http://www.flickr.com/people/max_chromo/), on Flickr

More pics here....http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/sets/72157631656497563/ and here....http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/sets/72157631657043453/

My old bike, a Raleigh Chromo Max II. Had it for about 14 years but only really started using it seriously this year, done 1900 miles since Feb:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8180/8038909184_b8e9e265db_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/8038909184/)
Specialized Crosstrail Pro Disc 2013 105 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/max_chromo/8038909184/) by Jeff in Wales (http://www.flickr.com/people/max_chromo/), on Flickr

Not been able to get out on the new bike today due to windy conditions but things looking better tomorrow so hopefully will be able to go for a good blast.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 October, 2012, 06:26:16 am
Welcome to yacf Jeff.  Nice dog!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 October, 2012, 06:20:19 pm
New Tifosi, sort of finished(ish). Mainly new bits, but wheels, saddle, pedals, bars and stem came from a now-dismantled bike. It looks black here, but it's actually dark green.

(http://imageshack.us/a/img211/7305/dsc01118vd.jpg)

I left a silly amount of steerer tube as I was paranoid about cutting it too short, hence the stack of spacers above the stem! Saddle angle has now been fixed as it's wonky in the pic, and I need to play about with bar height/angle as they're rather high at the moment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 October, 2012, 12:13:20 pm
Cor! Phanta. Shiny or what!!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 07 October, 2012, 01:35:41 pm
Is this a new bike?  Well, after the sad demise of the Pogliaghi frame and a brief fling with a Concorde that was a bit short in the top tube department, I've built my bits onto a rather tasty Dave Lloyd Concept 90 frame in 753 tubing with a very slender wishbone seatstay, renovated by Bob Jackson this summer and sparkly silver in the sunshine.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14136)

I've not got the right stem or saddle on it at the moment, but that will soon be sorted.  And I'll have some red and black bar tape this time.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 07 October, 2012, 01:39:28 pm
Nice frame, PaulR. Gonna be a fairly radical riding position!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 07 October, 2012, 01:45:43 pm
It's not as extreme as this photo suggests, but I will be fitting a stem with a 6 degree rise, which I'm hoping will fit better with the sloping top tube at the same time as allowing me to see beyond the front wheel!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 05:44:30 pm
New bike.  Well, new to me.  And pretty much new anyway.  A Ridgeback Romany 504LX (I think that refers to the Shimano Deore LX groupset).

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0768.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0772.jpg)

So I was rockin' it old skool with the downtube levers and the clips & straps through the middle of London, but it comes back really quickly.

Quill stem, triple chainset, full racks, cantis (albeit lo-pro ones) and mudguards won't surprise those who know me, but the white brake hoods & cables, lugless frame and (horror!) Tange Cro-Mo Tourist tubing may raise at least one eyebrow.  Oh - and the big fat 35 section tyres with :o Schrader valves.  I can reconcile myself to those things which cannot be resolved. ;D

It's a very comfortable bike, and I only felt a bit more flex in the frame when I kicked down hard to accelerate away from a junction.  Now I need to prep it for an early start on Friday.



btw, as it's a Romany, I've taken the precaution of making all the 'pikey' jokes already. ;)
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 09 October, 2012, 05:46:39 pm
That looks great!

My type of bike that. It looks brand new and shiny on the pics.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 09 October, 2012, 05:56:26 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 06 October, 2012, 06:20:19 pm
New Tifosi, sort of finished(ish). Mainly new bits, but wheels, saddle, pedals, bars and stem came from a now-dismantled bike. It looks black here, but it's actually dark green.

(http://imageshack.us/a/img211/7305/dsc01118vd.jpg)

I left a silly amount of steerer tube as I was paranoid about cutting it too short, hence the stack of spacers above the stem! Saddle angle has now been fixed as it's wonky in the pic, and I need to play about with bar height/angle as they're rather high at the moment.

Looked even better in real life.   Very nice indeed.

Would you like me to look out that accessory bar?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 09 October, 2012, 06:02:02 pm
That's a nice looking bike Clarion.I particularly like the downtube levers :thumbsup:
It needs a Brooks saddle thobut :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 06:10:39 pm
:o :o :o

The saddle with it I thought was going to be uncomfortable enough, but it wasn't too bad after a while.  I think it's an Avocet.  The tyres are.

Bumper, the guy I bought the bike off it hadn't ridden it, having taken it in a part exchange.  The previous owner apparently rode it for about 100 miles then stored it.  I can believe that.  There's some surface rust on bolts and exposed cables, and a few minor scratches on the frame.  Seems almost a shame for it to have to suffer the kind of hard work bikes in our household put in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 09 October, 2012, 06:14:39 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 07 October, 2012, 01:35:41 pm
Is this a new bike?  Well, after the sad demise of the Pogliaghi frame and a brief fling with a Concorde that was a bit short in the top tube department, I've built my bits onto a rather tasty Dave Lloyd Concept 90 frame in 753 tubing with a very slender wishbone seatstay, renovated by Bob Jackson this summer and sparkly silver in the sunshine.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14136)

I've not got the right stem or saddle on it at the moment, but that will soon be sorted.  And I'll have some red and black bar tape this time.

Having seen this in the flesh steel, I can attest to it being a very sexy bike  :thumbsup:

It made me say 'Ohhh!' when I saw it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 09 October, 2012, 06:16:17 pm
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 06:10:39 pm
:o :o :o


I have two B17,both Honey

Ix Brompton
1x Champion

I can do a special £ for you
 ;) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 09 October, 2012, 06:18:37 pm
Clarion, I'm going to call you Imelda Marcos from now on. You are to bikes, what she is to shoes  :thumbsup:.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 October, 2012, 06:38:44 pm
Clarion, is the new bike to replace the one that died?
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 09 October, 2012, 06:46:17 pm
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 06:10:39 pm
previous owner apparently rode it for about 100 miles then stored it

You lucky bugger, that explains it. It's their loss and your gain. It's had an easy life for 20-30 years so don't feel guilty about getting use from it. It'll polish up like new again with a bit of dirt on it!

I still like downtube shifters, I think its because they're what I grew up using. Still can't get used to bar end shifters  though. Enjoy it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 07:49:41 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 09 October, 2012, 06:38:44 pm
Clarion, is the new bike to replace the one that died?

For the moment, yes.  I'm still hoping I'll get some compensation so I can build up the bike I really want (and that I was trying to save to turn the Orbit into).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 October, 2012, 11:43:44 am
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 05:44:30 pm
New bike.  Well, new to me.  And pretty much new anyway.  A Ridgeback Romany 504LX (I think that refers to the Shimano Deore LX groupset).

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0768.jpg)
Looks nice - and very shiny! Would have been good to see it in the flesh, seeing where the photo was taken!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 October, 2012, 12:47:11 pm
I was in town for forty-five minutes.  It would have been fifteen, but I just missed a train.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 10 October, 2012, 12:49:27 pm
Good looking machine there Clarion.

Be better once the toe straps are less red though!

It's a pretty classy ride other than that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 10 October, 2012, 12:50:14 pm
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 05:44:30 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0768.jpg)


Oi mister, a dog's wee'd on yer back wheel!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 October, 2012, 12:53:40 pm
Ah, tough. BTW I agree with marcus about the red straps - the only thing that doesn't go on that bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 October, 2012, 01:10:58 pm
I thought they were a bit odd, though there is a bit of red lining on the 504LX decal.

Swapped for SPDs now anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 10 October, 2012, 06:24:02 pm
Quote from: clarion on 09 October, 2012, 06:10:39 pm

The guy I bought the bike off it hadn't ridden it, having taken it in a part exchange.  The previous owner apparently rode it for about 100 miles then stored it.  I can believe that.  There's some surface rust on bolts and exposed cables, and a few minor scratches on the frame.  Seems almost a shame for it to have to suffer the kind of hard work bikes in our household put in.

Nah. It's happy now it's finally doing the job it was made to do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 08:49:09 pm
I await (with trepidation) the cries of dismay at the angle of the stem - I might just flip it so that it is closer to the angle of the top tube - but cannot resist showing my cobbled-together Dave Lloyd in its new guise.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14165)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 10 October, 2012, 08:58:43 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 08:49:09 pm
I await (with trepidation) the cries of dismay at the angle of the stem - I might just flip it so that it is closer to the angle of the top tube - but cannot resist showing my cobbled-together Dave Lloyd in its new guise.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14165)

Lovely composition. Valves hidden, cranks in line with down tube (though I prefer seat tube or stays), juxtaposition of beans with Marmite.

Personally, I like my bars at the same height as my saddle, so I'm fine with the stem that way 'round. I'd probably rotate the bars so that the line to the hoods is horizontal, for comfort. It would also reduce the apparent angle of the stem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 09:02:54 pm
Quote from: Paul on 10 October, 2012, 08:58:43 pm

Lovely composition. Valves hidden, cranks in line with down tube (though I prefer seat tube or stays), juxtaposition of beans with Marmite.

Personally, I like my bars at the same height as my saddle, so I'm fine with the stem that way 'round. I'd probably rotate the bars so that the line to the hoods is horizontal, for comfort. It would also reduce the apparent angle of the stem.

Thanks Paul - I did wonder whether beans as well as marmite was going a bit far.  I did initially have the bars angled up a bit more, but then the bottoms of the drops looked odd.  I'll get out on the road and see which is more comfortable.  I have to say I'm a bit scared by how thin the tubing is - it resonates beautifully when pinged with a fingernail, but it sounds wafer-thin!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 October, 2012, 10:32:30 pm
Bought in April, a few bits changed over since then.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7131/8075139380_ee4c154880_c.jpg)
I love it.  :-*

ETA:Paul, I trust the lack of composition doesn't disappoint too much.  :-X
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: valkyrie on 10 October, 2012, 10:53:29 pm
Quote from: eck on 10 October, 2012, 10:32:30 pm
Bought in April, a few bits changed over since then.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7131/8075139380_ee4c154880_c.jpg)
I love it.  :-*

ETA:Paul, I trust the lack of composition doesn't disappoint too much.  :-X

Looks a bit "washed-out" in that photo, which doesn't do justice to the sheer bloody magnificence of that bike when seen in the flesh.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 October, 2012, 10:58:54 pm
Valkyrie, aye, so does our lawn and hedge. It looked ok before I stuck it on flickr.  ???
Thanks for the compliment, btw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 10 October, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
To saddlebag or not? How many members have 200k'd on a Mixte? Or on any bike with ORANGE bar tape?

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8312/8070682047_21c15a0d2f_o.jpg)

Why does uploading this photo de-focus the original? Is it the ORANGE?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 11 October, 2012, 12:38:49 am
Quote from: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 09:02:54 pm
Quote from: Paul on 10 October, 2012, 08:58:43 pm

Lovely composition. Valves hidden, cranks in line with down tube (though I prefer seat tube or stays), juxtaposition of beans with Marmite.

Personally, I like my bars at the same height as my saddle, so I'm fine with the stem that way 'round. I'd probably rotate the bars so that the line to the hoods is horizontal, for comfort. It would also reduce the apparent angle of the stem.

Thanks Paul - I did wonder whether beans as well as marmite was going a bit far.  I did initially have the bars angled up a bit more, but then the bottoms of the drops looked odd.  I'll get out on the road and see which is more comfortable.  I have to say I'm a bit scared by how thin the tubing is - it resonates beautifully when pinged with a fingernail, but it sounds wafer-thin!
What's the tubing? Looks like a Reynolds transfer, starting with 7. Is that right? And the forks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 11 October, 2012, 06:28:32 am
I never had that "oooh I WANT one of them" untill I saw eck's De Rosa.

As Valkyrie says the pic doesn't show the drool-factor that you see in the flesh

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 07:41:45 am
Quote from: Bledlow on 11 October, 2012, 12:38:49 am
What's the tubing? Looks like a Reynolds transfer, starting with 7. Is that right? And the forks?

It's reynolds 753, including the forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 07:44:30 am
Quote from: slope on 10 October, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
To saddlebag or not? How many members have 200k'd on a Mixte? Or on any bike with ORANGE bar tape?

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8312/8070682047_21c15a0d2f_o.jpg)

Why does uploading this photo de-focus the original? Is it the ORANGE?

I can't see any reason not to put a barley or similar on there - v nice.  What brake callipers have you got on there? Maybe I should try uploading  a photo of my daughter's silver Majestique with fluorescent pink bar tape to test the focus issue!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 October, 2012, 08:00:23 am
The orange bar tape does look, er, distinctive, but that's a grand bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 October, 2012, 08:01:30 am
Quote from: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 08:49:09 pm
I await (with trepidation) the cries of dismay at the angle of the stem - I might just flip it so that it is closer to the angle of the top tube - but cannot resist showing my cobbled-together Dave Lloyd in its new guise.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14165)

Coo.  That's a pretty thing (stem angle notwithstanding)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 11 October, 2012, 08:14:39 am
Quote from: PaulR on 10 October, 2012, 08:49:09 pm
I await (with trepidation) the cries of dismay at the angle of the stem - I might just flip it so that it is closer to the angle of the top tube - but cannot resist showing my cobbled-together Dave Lloyd in its new guise.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=14165)

Don't worry about the stem, not until you've sorted the bar tape! ;D

Lovely bike otherwise
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 October, 2012, 08:46:31 am
If we're going to be critical, then the red rims look a bit 80stastic, but it's a personal thing, I suppose.  I'd have the bike in silver/black.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 October, 2012, 01:30:53 pm
Quote from: slope on 10 October, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
To saddlebag or not?

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8312/8070682047_21c15a0d2f_o.jpg)


Green Carradice Barley imo would set it off nicely.

Also some black SKS mudguards to keep everything nice and shiny.


...and black bar tape
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 October, 2012, 01:42:28 pm
It's very nice indeed. There was a thread somewhere dedicated to the joys of mixte cycling...

Here it is.
http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=63749.0
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 11 October, 2012, 02:04:22 pm
I'm kind of shocked at the lack of white garage doors on these outdoor pictures.

Really, people.

PaulR's kitchen is a fine piece of work though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 11 October, 2012, 02:09:19 pm
Quote from: boabacca on 11 October, 2012, 02:04:22 pm
PaulR's kitchen is a fine piece of work though.

And he's remembered the Marmite.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 October, 2012, 03:05:21 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 07:44:30 am
Quote from: slope on 10 October, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
To saddlebag or not? How many members have 200k'd on a Mixte? Or on any bike with ORANGE bar tape?

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8312/8070682047_21c15a0d2f_o.jpg)

Why does uploading this photo de-focus the original? Is it the ORANGE?

I can't see any reason not to put a barley or similar on there - v nice.  What brake callipers have you got on there? Maybe I should try uploading  a photo of my daughter's silver Majestique with fluorescent pink bar tape to test the focus issue!

Brake calipers are Tektro R559 57-73mm drop - rear pad at bottom of slot, front pad at top of slot ::-). Yes please - let's see your daughter's Majestique?

Lovely looking Lloydy by the way and nice green kitchen.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 October, 2012, 03:15:05 pm
Here's another smaller and tattier frame

http://flic.kr/p/bWEP43

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7102/7182231004_6fa521d290_o.jpg)

There's a bloke in the next village gets distraught every time he sees me on it - I put NOS Shimano XT thumbies on it - he's offered me £50 for them - cos he wants 'em for some retromania mountain bike  :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 11 October, 2012, 03:16:18 pm
I have a blokes version of one of them!

Currently in the process of being built into a fixie, for the sale of same.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 October, 2012, 04:49:01 pm
Getting all mixteastique here!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 05:13:10 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 11 October, 2012, 08:14:39 am
Don't worry about the stem, not until you've sorted the bar tape! ;D
Lovely bike otherwise

but... but... it's a 1990 bike, I thought that all bikes from that era had to have those splotchy bars!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 October, 2012, 05:29:35 pm
*checks Super Galaxy tandem, Galaxy solo, Romany and Silver Medal*

Nope! :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 11 October, 2012, 08:24:15 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 05:13:10 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 11 October, 2012, 08:14:39 am
Don't worry about the stem, not until you've sorted the bar tape! ;D
Lovely bike otherwise

but... but... it's a 1990 bike, I thought that all bikes from that era had to have those splotchy bars!

They did!  In THAT era  ;)
Lovely frame btw!  What size is it? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 11 October, 2012, 09:03:05 pm
Thanks.  Do you mean I ought to put modern stuff on it?!  :o  I did briefly ponder splashing out on some sti shifters but decided I was happy with the DA d/t levers.

Frame size is weird, but quite well suited to my short legs and longish torso, something like 51cm seat tube and 55cm top tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: reddo on 13 October, 2012, 03:00:19 pm
Old bike now sold to my physio
(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d143/reddo1/IMG_0411_zpsc1607c87.jpg)
2008 Trek FX7.6

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d143/reddo1/IMG_0410_zps39481838.jpg)
2013 Specialized Roubaix Sport.
I've changed the pedals and seat. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 13 October, 2012, 06:55:01 pm
My vantage is now a horizon :)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bnmSwRNnxs4/UHmj-SzwKnI/AAAAAAAABOo/e5ekib3JyuA/s640/2012-10-13%252017.58.19.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vG53URyAdZ0/UHmknDr61EI/AAAAAAAABQw/XB0Tf8K9pus/s512/2012-10-13%252017.58.33.jpg)(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o7VEOUP1AVQ/UHmkKW1sYPI/AAAAAAAABRA/J3GnB7COwKI/s512/2012-10-13%252017.58.42.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 13 October, 2012, 07:44:20 pm
McS., that's a great colour!  The chain set looks suitably Cumbrian; I'm guessing the big ring is 44 or even 42?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 13 October, 2012, 08:15:16 pm
Quote from: Peter on 13 October, 2012, 07:44:20 pm
McS., that's a great colour!  The chain set looks suitably Cumbrian; I'm guessing the big ring is 44 or even 42?

I really like the colour, although I'm thinking of lightening up the black bits that came from the old bike (and put the silver wheels back on). I may even put my white saddle and some white tape on it :-\

The chainset is an alivo compact, so 42-32-22. It's a bit low really (especially with 11-32 at the back) and I may put the 48-38-28 back on,  but it's nice for when the bikes loaded up with luggage.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 13 October, 2012, 08:40:52 pm
Very nice McS  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 13 October, 2012, 08:47:28 pm
If twere me would get some shallow drops on there McS.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 13 October, 2012, 09:28:57 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 13 October, 2012, 08:47:28 pm
If twere me would get some shallow drops on there McS.

I think the angle makes them look a bit bigger than they are. I may look at compacts (I have some on a different bike) but in some ways I quite like the full drop ones :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 October, 2012, 10:05:37 pm
It does look nice. Silver wheels and chainset would lighten it up (IMO) but I'd avoid white saddle and bar tape - on principle!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 16 October, 2012, 04:31:53 pm
I've just got my new bike delivered; a big and not very pretty salsa Fargo
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/Fargo.jpg)

I will spend the evening assemble and adjust it so it can be tested tomorrow
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 October, 2012, 06:31:34 pm
Quote from: Gus on 16 October, 2012, 04:31:53 pm
I've just got my new bike delivered; a big and not very pretty salsa Fargo


Beauty is in the eye of the beholder Gus!

I think it looks great!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: John Henry on 20 October, 2012, 04:05:16 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 16 October, 2012, 06:31:34 pm
Quote from: Gus on 16 October, 2012, 04:31:53 pm
I've just got my new bike delivered; a big and not very pretty salsa Fargo


Beauty is in the eye of the beholder Gus!

I think it looks great!

+1. 'Pretty'... yes, maybe not. But great, or it will be when you've cut the steerer down.  ;) Hope the testing process is going well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 22 October, 2012, 09:25:33 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8048/8113858072_201790ccf6.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/40735552@N05/8113858072/)
2012-10-21 11.54.38 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/40735552@N05/8113858072/) by Pelotonhound (http://www.flickr.com/people/40735552@N05/), on Flickr

We've lived off borrowed bikes long enough (at least a year, and an SR). Now we need to have one of our own.

It's a work in progress with Quite A Long List of things that we want to change. Some cosmetic ('cos we're vain), some functional ('cos we plan to ride it a lot).

Longstaff's have been brilliant with working with us to transfer what worked from the previous bike, and creating from new what didn't.

Seen here on a "Bridge of the Day" opportunity, on its Shake-down ride - the Eureka! 200 perm.

(It's a lovely bike to ride).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 22 October, 2012, 09:30:11 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 22 October, 2012, 09:25:33 pm

...Tandem pr0n...snip
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/40735552@N05/8113858072/)

Very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 22 October, 2012, 10:13:30 pm
That really is a beauty. I wish you both many happy miles on it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 22 October, 2012, 10:40:02 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 13 October, 2012, 06:55:01 pm
My vantage is now a horizon :)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bnmSwRNnxs4/UHmj-SzwKnI/AAAAAAAABOo/e5ekib3JyuA/s640/2012-10-13%252017.58.19.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vG53URyAdZ0/UHmknDr61EI/AAAAAAAABQw/XB0Tf8K9pus/s512/2012-10-13%252017.58.33.jpg)(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o7VEOUP1AVQ/UHmkKW1sYPI/AAAAAAAABRA/J3GnB7COwKI/s512/2012-10-13%252017.58.42.jpg)

That is lovely.  You total git.

How does she ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 22 October, 2012, 11:51:12 pm
I don't know yet, I haven't tried as I've been playing with my single speed hybrid conversion. She now has a white saddle and tape and some Easton bars (the old scratched bars got moved to the single speed.

I may just commute on it tomorrow :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 23 October, 2012, 06:35:14 am
Quote from: Chris S on 22 October, 2012, 09:25:33 pm


Longstaff's have been brilliant with working with us to transfer what worked from the previous bike, and creating from new what didn't.


IIRC you went in there only to discuss a rear hub issue ;D

it looks rather beesknees :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 October, 2012, 06:36:46 am
Nice faux-classic look.

My tourer has a mix of black and silver accessories, and I'm not sure which way to go with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 23 October, 2012, 09:09:21 am
BLAAAAAAACK.

Part of the 'cosmetic' is new saddle, seatpost & even pump in black. My current stem will be replaced with one of these to match the frame.
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/2012-07-14095348_zps027ba9cb.jpg).

I'll be getting some brakes too- I just wont be allowed to use them.  :)

It's a lovely bike. I'm pleased he lets me ride it with him.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 October, 2012, 01:52:33 pm
Quote from: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr

That is just lovely.

Quote from: clarion on 23 October, 2012, 06:36:46 am
Nice faux-classic look.

My tourer has a mix of black and silver accessories, and I'm not sure which way to go with it.

I know just what you mean, but I've been bitten by the silver look, and JT's pic has given me the courage to follow through.

(Except for the brakes - I've only got black cantis, and I can't afford to replace them at the mo.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 23 October, 2012, 02:04:49 pm
Thanks for the comments - I am rather pleased wth it.

Not everything is silver on mine: the cantis are still black, the front cable hanger is still black (and one of the headset spacers under it), and the seatpost collar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 23 October, 2012, 04:10:07 pm
Quote from: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr

That looks very nice with the understated frame colour, sliver bits and amberwalls  :thumbsup:

Which bar tape is that? It appears jsut the right colour to match a Brooks honey saddle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 23 October, 2012, 04:50:13 pm
It's Fizik Microtex in Honey. Good tape, very hardwearing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)

Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 23 October, 2012, 06:55:43 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)


Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)
Chains a bit slack ;)

Looks nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:59:25 pm
I'm going for the minimalist approach - think I've got that bit nailed ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trumpet on 23 October, 2012, 07:55:10 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 23 October, 2012, 06:55:43 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)




Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)


Chains a bit slack ;)

Looks nice :)

Will you be running gears or SS?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 08:11:36 pm
Quote from: trumpet on 23 October, 2012, 07:55:10 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 23 October, 2012, 06:55:43 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)




Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)


Chains a bit slack ;)

Looks nice :)

Will you be running gears or SS?
Singlespeed.
The complete Fortitude Adventure bike is equipped with an Alfine 11, and whilst the Fortitude Singlespeed is a very nice machine indeed, the frame lacks a lot of the braze-ons that the Adventure frame has (eg. Anything cage mounts, third set of bottle bosses) - what I want is basically a singlespeed Fortitude Adventure, so I'm having to build it up myself. On the plus side, the frame has cable guides for a hub gear so if I want to Alfine-ise it later on I can. Hell, I could even run it as a fixed if I wanted  :demon:

Should be getting the chainset and brake levers tomorrow, brakes (Avid BB7s) are on back-order, as is a front wheel and a White Industries freewheel. Oh yeah! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Carradice bag lady on 23 October, 2012, 08:32:15 pm
Quote from: slope on 23 October, 2012, 04:10:07 pm
Quote from: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr
You know what you need now? Of course a new carradice bag in honey and green -colour co-ordination right to the last detail

That looks very nice with the understated frame colour, sliver bits and amberwalls  :thumbsup:

Which bar tape is that? It appears jsut the right colour to match a Brooks honey saddle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 25 October, 2012, 01:01:57 am
Sue is right, a green and honey Carradice Barley would really suit that bike!
Very nice, by the way  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 25 October, 2012, 10:00:10 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)

Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)

It's green, I love a green bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 27 October, 2012, 12:33:53 pm
Quote from: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr

Me likes that!   What length stem is that 120mm?
How effective is that rear light on the saddle bag? seems to point down a tad.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 27 October, 2012, 12:38:49 pm
Quote from: MacB on 25 October, 2012, 10:00:10 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)

Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)

It's green, I love a green bike
I quite like it, although obviously it's not as good as orange ;D
Finding colour-coordinated bits is a bit of a bind, though, although I have managed to score a nice, green B17 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 28 October, 2012, 07:31:52 am
Gold anodised bits would work well with all that green.

Just sayin', like...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JT on 28 October, 2012, 07:52:13 am
Quote from: yo stumpy on 27 October, 2012, 12:33:53 pm
Quote from: JT on 22 October, 2012, 11:53:26 pm
Just given my Long Haul Trucker a makeover.

Gone is the white bar tape and saddle, most of the black bits have been been replaced: silver bars, stem, seat post, mudguards, tan faux leather bar tape and saddle, and Panaracer Paselas with amber sidewalls.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8109308103_113cf903a0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/)
Surly Long Haul Trucker (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tompy/8109308103/) by Tompy (http://www.flickr.com/people/tompy/), on Flickr

Me likes that!   What length stem is that 120mm?
How effective is that rear light on the saddle bag? seems to point down a tad.

The stem is 110mm - I could go longer than that but it wouldn't be ideal for the few touring trips I do each year.

The angle of the rear light is perfect for group night rides (think FNRttC) as it doesn't cause anyone to moan, and it's OK enough for dingy winter day rides. If I commuted in it, I'd have the rear rack on with a properly angled red beam of death.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 28 October, 2012, 01:30:05 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 October, 2012, 06:54:44 pm
n+1 ...

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1PhowRx94Fc/UIbYM0rbeaI/AAAAAAAAAlY/FMyEsiqlHz8/s646/P1000797.JPG)

Still needs a bit of work to make it rideable, though ;)

Really like the colour, if it looks that gorgeous as just a frame it will look lovely all built up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 October, 2012, 07:01:44 pm
A rare run out for my Woodrup today.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0791.jpg)

I was going to none of the places on the signs.  But the place I wanted to use had a car parked in front.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0790.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 October, 2012, 08:37:24 pm
I like those signs (and the bike!) There are some in a place just east of Bristol with pointing fingers carved into the walls at a road junction.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 28 October, 2012, 11:41:34 pm
Quote from: interzen on 27 October, 2012, 12:38:49 pm
I quite like it, although obviously it's not as good as orange ;D
Finding colour-coordinated bits is a bit of a bind, though, although I have managed to score a nice, green B17 :)

Colour matching can be a real pain even with bits from the same company. I ended up aiming for contrasts so I have one frame in green with black and red parts, another in Ti with black and red and one in black with black and silver. I also have a hankering for a red frame with black parts but I'm not sure just wanting another colour scheme is good enough for an N+1.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 29 October, 2012, 08:44:21 am
Quote from: MacB on 28 October, 2012, 11:41:34 pm
Quote from: interzen on 27 October, 2012, 12:38:49 pm
I quite like it, although obviously it's not as good as orange ;D
Finding colour-coordinated bits is a bit of a bind, though, although I have managed to score a nice, green B17 :)

Colour matching can be a real pain even with bits from the same company. I ended up aiming for contrasts so I have one frame in green with black and red parts, another in Ti with black and red and one in black with black and silver. I also have a hankering for a red frame with black parts but I'm not sure just wanting another colour scheme is good enough for an N+1.
It's looking like it'll be mostly green and black (Mmmmmm ... Green and Black :) )
The proverbial turd on the snooker table is the silver faceplate on the stem that's currently fitted - however, since its from the bits box and likely to be replaced I'm not really that bothered. I can't remember whether or not the saddle's rails are black or copper, although even in the latter case it'd give it a nice little accent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 05:55:24 pm
This one, appears to be free of any creaks.
(Or cracks).

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8049/8148252653_e98b7c40a0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 November, 2012, 05:59:00 pm
That's rather pretty. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 02 November, 2012, 05:59:39 pm
 :)

Excellent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 02 November, 2012, 06:00:31 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 05:55:24 pm
This one, appears to be free of any creaks.
(Or cracks).
And it's gold!  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:00:49 pm
It's ver' ver' shiny, and ver' ver' quick.


But above all, it is silent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:02:32 pm
And another one, for the new page  :P
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8049/8148252653_e98b7c40a0_b.jpg)

@Del - everything in my kitchen is gold. Dontcha know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 02 November, 2012, 06:20:40 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:02:32 pm
@Del - everything in my kitchen is gold. Dontcha know.
Auric Jurek Goldfinger
"No Mister Bond I want you to pedal faster!"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 02 November, 2012, 06:28:15 pm
Yum Yum
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 November, 2012, 06:32:24 pm
no mudguards, brooks or carradice??    :o :o  That's not like you at all!




Very nice.

(but is your saddle quite level?  The nose looks slightly up... )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:38:59 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 November, 2012, 06:32:24 pm
no mudguards, brooks or carradice??    :o :o  That's not like you at all!




Very nice.

(but is your saddle quite level?  The nose looks slightly up... )

Illusion.
S'akshully a smidge nose-down.
If you put a level on it.
(I have  ::-))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 02 November, 2012, 06:41:35 pm
I have to say Jurek, I'm disappointed.

Kitchen, but no kettle. Plain wall behind, and yet- it's not a white garage door.

10/10 for pedals, valves hidden and very very clean lines.

Sleeeeeeek.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 November, 2012, 06:41:55 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:38:59 pm
S'akshully a smidge nose down.
If you put a level on it.
(I have  ::-))

That surprises me not a smidge
(I measured ;) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:44:21 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 November, 2012, 06:41:55 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:38:59 pm
S'akshully a smidge nose down.
If you put a level on it.
(I have  ::-))

That surprises me not a smidge
(I measured ;) )
I actually got the feeler gauge out when fitting the front mech  :-[

First time I've used that for a good few years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:45:42 pm
Quote from: boabacca on 02 November, 2012, 06:41:35 pm
I have to say Jurek, I'm disappointed.

Kitchen, but no kettle. Plain wall behind, and yet- it's not a white garage door.

10/10 for pedals, valves hidden and very very clean lines.

Sleeeeeeek.

Thank you. :)
I have gone to some lengths to avoid the Marmite/Vegemite debate scenario  :P
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 07:35:35 pm
nice and shiny! it looks the same as the one before, doesn't it? many happy miles! (needs some finishing touches, though ;))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 07:50:38 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 07:35:35 pm
nice and shiny! it looks the same as the one before, doesn't it? many happy miles! (needs some finishing touches, though ;))
Thanks.
For those that way inclined, here's an A&B (old with bottle cages / new without)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)  (http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8049/8148252653_e98b7c40a0_b.jpg)

Quote from: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 07:35:35 pm
(needs some finishing touches, though ;))
What you mean ???
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 08:11:29 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 07:50:38 pm
What you mean ???

small things like a spacer above the stem, front skewer pointing the right direction, slightly longer rear outer brake cable, front mech cable trimmed and crimped.. to tell more i'd need a closer look :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 02 November, 2012, 08:21:58 pm
looks bigger without the bottle cages.   Wait, those are 650 wheels, arent they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 08:31:29 pm
Quote from: mike on 02 November, 2012, 08:21:58 pm
looks bigger without the bottle cages.   Wait, those are 650 wheels, arent they?

You serious?
Nah. 700's

I have gone down (!) from a 52cm frame to a 50 - to do with maintaining VTT length with different frame geometry more than anything else.
I've lost around 15mm on VTT length, but my angle on it is that that's desirable - First long ride (Sunday) should prove me right.
Or otherwise.
 :o Ulp!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 November, 2012, 08:51:04 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 06:45:42 pm
I have gone to some lengths to avoid the Marmite/Vegemite debate scenario  :P

Neither is the correct answer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 03 November, 2012, 10:04:21 am
Have you become shorter since taking the "before" photo?

The bike's looking good, and I'm toying with the idea of heading out to see it tomorrow morning if this weather holds.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 November, 2012, 10:28:19 am
Cracking bike Jurek !
Ooh, perhaps the wrong adjective  ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 03 November, 2012, 10:34:04 am
That looks splendid Jurek!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Domestique on 03 November, 2012, 12:56:36 pm
My new do it all bike, commuting, around town etc

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8330/8150391391_16eb8bd861_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 November, 2012, 05:20:56 pm
Behold, the Green Machine (or Genesis #3, if you prefer) ... only waiting for the grips to turn up, but it's now rideable :)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/559370_10151090840961636_1897215563_n.jpg)

One thing that the photograph isn't able to convey is the extremely clicktastic goodness that is a White Industries freewheel. More interestingly, despite being a 29er the geometry is damn near the same as my Surly 1x1(1) meaning that once the saddle is broken in it'll be like riding an off-road sofa. Which is nice.

A few local road-ish rides are in order, just to get the position fine-tuned and the brake pads bedded in then I'm going to book a couple of days off at the end of the month and head up to Dalby for a 'proper' shakedown of both the bike and the rider ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2012, 05:48:03 pm
Domestique, that bike exudes a subtle charm.

Interzen, that looks rather good.  Bet you're itching to get those grips. ;D

What's the chainset?  That looks like a tiny chainring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 November, 2012, 06:01:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 November, 2012, 05:48:03 pm
Interzen, that looks rather good.  Bet you're itching to get those grips. ;D
Yup - the only reason that the bike hasn't been put onto the turbo is because it wouldn't play nice with 2.2" tyres :)
I had to pay a second trip to the LBS earlier and I had to fight the urge to get some el-cheapo foam grips as an interim solution ...

Quote
What's the chainset?  That looks like a tiny chainring.
Deore cranks with a 32T Salsa chainring and On-One bash-guard - the gearing is 32x17 which, if you believe conventional wisdom, is about right for a singlespeed 29er, but since the bike is fairly light I'll probably get away with it. Plus, I'm not ashamed to get off and push if I have to ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 November, 2012, 06:06:28 pm
Can you get a smaller ring on that crank?

*plots*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 November, 2012, 06:13:24 pm
Quote from: clarion on 03 November, 2012, 06:06:28 pm
Can you get a smaller ring on that crank?

*plots*
If you used the inner ring position, yes - as it stands, the chainring and bash-guard use the middle and outer positions (respectively) which are 104mm BCD, meaning 32T is as small as you can go. The inner position is 64mm BCD, so the lower limit there is 22T.

Some dedicated S/S chainsets might allow you to go smaller, but you often end up paying through the nose for the privilege. The cheapest option in this case was to buy the Deore chainset (£50 from CRC) and flog the chainrings since they wouldn't be much cop for a singlespeed due to the shifting ramps etc. I did something similar on my 1x1.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2012, 11:12:00 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2012, 07:50:38 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 07:35:35 pm
nice and shiny! it looks the same as the one before, doesn't it? many happy miles! (needs some finishing touches, though ;))
Thanks.
For those that way inclined, here's an A&B (old with bottle cages / new without)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6442977427_b073065ebc_b.jpg)  (http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8049/8148252653_e98b7c40a0_b.jpg)

Quote from: zigzag on 02 November, 2012, 07:35:35 pm
(needs some finishing touches, though ;))
What you mean ???

You had an electrician move the power point between those two photos being taken, didn't you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 04 November, 2012, 12:37:19 am
Quote from: interzen on 03 November, 2012, 05:20:56 pm
Behold, the Green Machine (or Genesis #3, if you prefer) ... only waiting for the grips to turn up, but it's now rideable :)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/559370_10151090840961636_1897215563_n.jpg)

One thing that the photograph isn't able to convey is the extremely clicktastic goodness that is a White Industries freewheel. More interestingly, despite being a 29er the geometry is damn near the same as my Surly 1x1(1) meaning that once the saddle is broken in it'll be like riding an off-road sofa. Which is nice.

A few local road-ish rides are in order, just to get the position fine-tuned and the brake pads bedded in then I'm going to book a couple of days off at the end of the month and head up to Dalby for a 'proper' shakedown of both the bike and the rider ;D

That's lovely
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 November, 2012, 08:16:28 am
Quote from: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2012, 11:12:00 pm
You had an electrician move the power point between those two photos being taken, didn't you?

If only you knew how close I came to photoshopping those out of the picture......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 04 November, 2012, 08:22:17 am
Quote from: Jurek on 04 November, 2012, 08:16:28 am
Quote from: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2012, 11:12:00 pm
You had an electrician move the power point between those two photos being taken, didn't you?
If only you knew how close I came to photoshopping those out of the picture......
You should've hung a sheet so that it puddled in an artistic way on the floor.  :thumbsup: Not the Spongebob or Aerial sheets though!  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 November, 2012, 08:26:32 am
Quote from: delthebike on 04 November, 2012, 08:22:17 am
Quote from: Jurek on 04 November, 2012, 08:16:28 am
Quote from: Wowbagger on 03 November, 2012, 11:12:00 pm
You had an electrician move the power point between those two photos being taken, didn't you?
If only you knew how close I came to photoshopping those out of the picture......
You should've hung a sheet so that it puddled in an artistic way on the floor.  :thumbsup: Not the Spongebob or Aerial sheets though!  :facepalm:

Are you suggesting that my linoleum is unattractive?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 04 November, 2012, 08:32:49 am
Quote from: Jurek on 04 November, 2012, 08:26:32 am
Quote from: delthebike on 04 November, 2012, 08:22:17 am
You should've hung a sheet so that it puddled in an artistic way on the floor.  :thumbsup: Not the Spongebob or Aerial sheets though!  :facepalm:
Are you suggesting that my linoleum is unattractive?
You could pull the linoleum up the wall but hanging a sheet would be a hell of a lot easier!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 November, 2012, 05:22:43 pm
Quote from: interzen on 03 November, 2012, 05:20:56 pm
Behold, the Green Machine (or Genesis #3, if you prefer) ... only waiting for the grips to turn up, but it's now rideable :)

Nice, especially the co-ordinated saddle. Not seen one in that colour before. :thumbsup:

Needs green cables though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 06:36:12 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Oh no, not rubbing the titanium with baby oil again.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 06:44:00 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 06:36:12 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Oh no, not rubbing the titanium with baby oil again.
Might've done ....  :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 07:06:40 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 06:44:00 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 06:36:12 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Oh no, not rubbing the titanium with baby oil again.
Might've done ....  :smug:
There is a theory that this weakens the frame and makes it prone to cracking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 07:11:59 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 07:06:40 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 06:44:00 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 06:36:12 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Oh no, not rubbing the titanium with baby oil again.
Might've done ....  :smug:
There is a theory that this weakens the frame and makes it prone to cracking.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAYDiPizDIs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 07:45:05 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 07:11:59 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 07:06:40 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 November, 2012, 06:44:00 pm
Quote from: Adrian on 05 November, 2012, 06:36:12 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 November, 2012, 12:02:44 am
Jurek definitely wins the Shiny award.
Oh no, not rubbing the titanium with baby oil again.
Might've done ....  :smug:
There is a theory that this weakens the frame and makes it prone to cracking.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAYDiPizDIs
It's always easy to mock.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 06 November, 2012, 12:49:40 pm
The MTB: Giant ATX 840

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8347/8160921730_0801af9c62_z_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 November, 2012, 10:26:17 am
My son lives in Tooting and needs something to lock outside to a lamp-post (for his Tooting-Clapham commute).

Therefore nice shiny bikes are out. 

I got this rust-bucket off Ebay locally for £7

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-PL7sJpq05vg/UJo06zj2_hI/AAAAAAAAAnM/dfg9moWEDtw/s912/IMG_3146.JPG)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7CV9JrQ720I/UJo06nAIuBI/AAAAAAAAAnI/g-PZ-LR03ow/s912/IMG_3147.JPG)

Rear mech is gone and wheels are shot but I can transplant any parts from my son's old Halfords MTB (he's had it since he was 13 so it's too small but parts are all OK).

Suggestions?  Single speed?  (use old mech as a tensioner).  It's a pan-flat area he lives in so MTB gearing is redundant.

Frame is Reynolds K2 (fairly basic stuff I think but it's pretty light).  I'm thinking it would be extremely light if I stripped it back to a Single-speed and gave it a coat of Hammerite.  Shame it's got vertical dropouts.

It has Deore thumb-shifters which seem really nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 November, 2012, 10:31:57 am
Singlespeed is fine for Tooting (we used to live near Broadway).

The thumbies might be worth something on ebay.  I recall being disturbed by the prices when we wanted one for a tandem drag brake.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 November, 2012, 10:45:13 am
Quote from: clarion on 07 November, 2012, 10:31:57 am
Singlespeed is fine for Tooting (we used to live near Broadway).

The thumbies might be worth something on ebay.  I recall being disturbed by the prices when we wanted one for a tandem drag brake.

Agree with the Thumbies.  I may put them in my "projects box".  I'd been thinking of making a real utility bike one day.  7 speed, single chainwheel, thumb-shifters..etc. nice and bomb-proof.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 07 November, 2012, 12:38:20 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 07 November, 2012, 10:26:17 am

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-PL7sJpq05vg/UJo06zj2_hI/AAAAAAAAAnM/dfg9moWEDtw/s912/IMG_3146.JPG)


Chains a bit slack  ;)

Someone had to say it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 07 November, 2012, 12:51:18 pm
That's an early 90's (probably a 1992) Raleigh Peak.  :D  Retrobike has some scans of the catalogue (http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=153489).

I've got one that I bought from a charity shop for £15 - and it has a XT groupset (with XT thumbies), which I think dates it to 1993 or 4.  :smug:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/grave1.jpg)

I bought new, the LX equiped, purple painted 'Ridge' from this range back in 1995, but it got nicked from my garage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 07 November, 2012, 01:06:35 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 07 November, 2012, 10:26:17 am
My son lives in Tooting and needs something to lock outside to a lamp-post (for his Tooting-Clapham commute).

Therefore nice shiny bikes are out. 

I got this rust-bucket off Ebay locally for £7

Rear mech is gone and wheels are shot but I can transplant any parts from my son's old Halfords MTB (he's had it since he was 13 so it's too small but parts are all OK).

Suggestions?  Single speed?  (use old mech as a tensioner).  It's a pan-flat area he lives in so MTB gearing is redundant.

Frame is Reynolds K2 (fairly basic stuff I think but it's pretty light).  I'm thinking it would be extremely light if I stripped it back to a Single-speed and gave it a coat of Hammerite.  Shame it's got vertical dropouts.

It has Deore thumb-shifters which seem really nice
K2 is apparently Cro-Mo with an octagonal internal profile. Nothing really fancy, but well above floor level.  Not a bad frame, IMO. Should be lighter & springier than a lot of the gas pipe fixies out there, & pretty robust. Perfect for an urban commuter bike. I see mudguard eyes.

Vertical dropouts aren't exactly single-speed friendly, but since you have an old mech you could use as a tensioner, you can overcome that problem without spending money. If I was doing that, I'd prefer to swap the triple crankset for a single. Leaving it on seems a waste, somehow, & adds a little weight.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 10 November, 2012, 03:33:17 pm
Recently fettled retro-tastic Marin Bear Valley ca 1996,

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8484/8172164143_ae7945d613_c.jpg)

Tyres kindly donated by Crinkly Lion   :-*. Much sportier than the 2.5" baloons they replaced.
Mudguards bodged from bits lying about, and a lot of zip ties.  :-\

Chain on big ring? Cranks in line with frame? Labels on tyres in line with valves?  Everybody happy?

If you look even more closely (and I know who you are), you'll see the results of a cheap 'n' nasty powder coat job about three years ago.  >:(

EDIT: And before anyone says anything, just let me nip out to the garage and adjust the curvature of the front mudguard.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 November, 2012, 03:57:23 pm
Can't beat an old-school Marin ... I still miss my '92 Point Reyes, which eventually died of a broken frame (had been rewelded once, but the weld failed again after 8 years so it was time to say goodbye)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 10 November, 2012, 06:33:57 pm
My daughter still has a Marin Bobcat,purchased for her 14th birthday,1994.The bike still provides sterling service & is also occassionaly used by her 13 y.o. daughter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 November, 2012, 07:23:53 pm
Frame looks great.  Good choice of colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 10 November, 2012, 07:35:41 pm
Allow me to introduce you to Raffa-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02884.jpg)

My new Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra which I picked up today.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02885.jpg)

An Italian bike named for SWMBO's favourite Italian, Raffaele De Vita, who plays on the left wing for our beloved Swindon Town.

Not ridden yet. I'm leaving the spacer above the stem for the time being until I'm happy with the set up. The seat height will probably come down a bit too.

I think i'm in lurve 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 10 November, 2012, 07:44:44 pm
Sexy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 10 November, 2012, 07:47:12 pm
Exterior Marmite inclusion. Nice work.

Looks lovely that. Got red brakes and everything!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 November, 2012, 09:23:35 pm
No way would I admit to that set up, Fuzzy.






Marmite should only be in a jar, what were you thinking?

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mike J on 11 November, 2012, 12:12:35 am
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 November, 2012, 07:35:41 pm
Allow me to introduce you to Raffa-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02884.jpg)

My new Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra which I picked up today.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02885.jpg)

An Italian bike named for SWMBO's favourite Italian, Raffaele De Vita, who plays on the left wing for our beloved Swindon Town.

Not ridden yet. I'm leaving the spacer above the stem for the time being until I'm happy with the set up. The seat height will probably come down a bit too.

I think i'm in lurve 8)

Lovely  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 11 November, 2012, 01:03:55 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 November, 2012, 07:35:41 pm
Allow me to introduce you to Raffa-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02884.jpg)

My new Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra which I picked up today.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02885.jpg)

An Italian bike named for SWMBO's favourite Italian, Raffaele De Vita, who plays on the left wing for our beloved Swindon Town.

Not ridden yet. I'm leaving the spacer above the stem for the time being until I'm happy with the set up. The seat height will probably come down a bit too.

I think i'm in lurve 8)

Wow!

That looks like it's moving,  even when it's standing still!

Ver' nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 11 November, 2012, 01:39:51 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 10 November, 2012, 07:47:12 pm
Looks lovely that. Got red brakes and everything!
Red brakes stop you faster!  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 12 November, 2012, 07:04:52 am
Quote from: eck on 10 November, 2012, 03:33:17 pm
Recently fettled retro-tastic Marin Bear Valley ca 1996,


Excellent stuff!  Glad to have been of assistance :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 13 November, 2012, 09:16:37 pm

Beautiful, I have the complete opposite to that bike called 'Ruffa' ;)



Quote from: fuzzy on 10 November, 2012, 07:35:41 pm
Allow me to introduce you to Raffa-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02884.jpg)

My new Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra which I picked up today.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02885.jpg)

An Italian bike named for SWMBO's favourite Italian, Raffaele De Vita, who plays on the left wing for our beloved Swindon Town.

Not ridden yet. I'm leaving the spacer above the stem for the time being until I'm happy with the set up. The seat height will probably come down a bit too.

I think i'm in lurve 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 November, 2012, 10:51:07 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 November, 2012, 07:35:41 pm
Allow me to introduce you to Raffa-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02884.jpg)

My new Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra which I picked up today.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC02885.jpg)

An Italian bike named for SWMBO's favourite Italian, Raffaele De Vita, who plays on the left wing for our beloved Swindon Town.



Not ridden yet. I'm leaving the spacer above the stem for the time being until I'm happy with the set up. The seat height will probably come down a bit too.

I think i'm in lurve 8)

Very, very nice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 November, 2012, 10:56:10 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/176956_10151248111253399_1987363341_o.jpg)

Winter bike, Ribble Sportive frame with parts from my old Trek Pilot added. Very pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 14 November, 2012, 08:59:23 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 13 November, 2012, 10:56:10 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/176956_10151248111253399_1987363341_o.jpg)

Winter bike, Ribble Sportive frame with parts from my old Trek Pilot added. Very pleased with it.

That is a nice looking bike :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 November, 2012, 10:52:23 am
Do the red bits go faster?  And is it a problem if the black bits can't keep up? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 November, 2012, 01:03:09 pm
When I can get the scales to read "12 stone 6lbs" I think I'll treat myself to something that resembles the Wilier or Ribble.  Something with less leather and Cotton Duck attached than my current fleet.

I imagine they must do about 10mph before you even start pedalling.

I've been using the Ribble Sportive Bianco as motivation for weight loss.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 November, 2012, 01:09:21 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 14 November, 2012, 01:03:09 pm
When I can get the scales to read "12 stone 6lbs" I think I'll treat myself to something that resembles the Wilier or Ribble.  Something with less leather and Cotton Duck attached than my current fleet.

I imagine they must do about 10mph before you even start pedalling.

Yes, but sideways, and only if its windy :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 15 November, 2012, 05:10:54 pm
Black bits seem more than capable of keeping up with red bits.

My scales can read 12st 6lbs, but not with me on them! More like 16st but never let that affect my buying decisions. I thought about the Bianco, looks like a very good deal. My frame is Aluminium and very light, ride is very comfortable.

I also have my Italian bling bike;

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/56193_10151216827093399_1933673946_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 15 November, 2012, 07:53:40 pm
Must be REALLY fast - red cranks, hubs, brakes, spoke!

Hmmmm, I do want a carbon bling bike very much. Am currently banned from n+1 - we are on a one in, one out policy now. Grrrrrr.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 16 November, 2012, 08:32:18 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 15 November, 2012, 07:53:40 pm
Hmmmm, I do want a carbon bling bike very much. Am currently banned from n+1 - we are on a one in, one out policy now. Grrrrrr.

Keep your eyes on local skips until you spy a dead BSO.

Sneak it closer to home on a daily basis until it lives in the shed/ garage for a week or so at the back of the stable of bikes.

Tell Significant Other that you want N+1 and are willing to sacrifice a current steed.

Surrender dead BSO.

Jobs a goodun :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 November, 2012, 09:28:27 am
Quote from: fuzzy on 16 November, 2012, 08:32:18 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 15 November, 2012, 07:53:40 pm
Hmmmm, I do want a carbon bling bike very much. Am currently banned from n+1 - we are on a one in, one out policy now. Grrrrrr.

Keep your eyes on local skips until you spy a dead BSO.

Sneak it closer to home on a daily basis until it lives in the shed/ garage for a week or so at the back of the stable of bikes.

Tell Significant Other that you want N+1 and are willing to sacrifice a current steed.

Surrender dead BSO.

Jobs a goodun :thumbsup:

Most of the time we can do without it but this is another of those times when this place needs a like button!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 November, 2012, 09:52:29 am
*dials number for Crimestoppers Mrs Fuzzy* :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 16 November, 2012, 11:20:52 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 15 November, 2012, 07:53:40 pm
Am currently banned from n+1 - we are on a one in, one out policy now. Grrrrrr.

No problem. One new bike in, one SO who inflicts unreasonable rules out. Got to get priorities right  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 17 November, 2012, 01:13:17 pm
No2 son's Ribble, freshly fettled for the winter:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/IMG_0244.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 November, 2012, 04:52:56 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/191132_10151145995078399_798636445_o.jpg)

And my steeler, 3 bikes is not excessive is it? I don't count my mountain bike in that because emmmm.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 November, 2012, 06:04:55 pm
A couple of shots of my Raleigh Royal this morning, now set up for winter service.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8065/8194055862_c845897ccd_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194055862/)
Autumn Royal (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194055862/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8338/8194056890_1f1967f62b_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194056890/)
Autumn Royal 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194056890/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 November, 2012, 07:27:52 pm
Tim, No2 Son is very lucky to have such a cool bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 18 November, 2012, 08:32:08 am
I tell him that too, but I don't think it penetrates!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 18 November, 2012, 04:51:15 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 17 November, 2012, 06:04:55 pm
A couple of shots of my Raleigh Royal this morning, now set up for winter service.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8065/8194055862_c845897ccd_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194055862/)
Autumn Royal (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194055862/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8338/8194056890_1f1967f62b_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194056890/)
Autumn Royal 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8194056890/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr



Where were they taken Juan? Looks very local, très Kent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 18 November, 2012, 06:47:40 pm
A couple more pictures of my new Horizon, now with all the silver bling added :)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-_iiMOI8CREo/UKkqc2cw_UI/AAAAAAAABSY/s2O_wUDbfv4/s640/2012-11-17%252015.28.00.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-fwPuDVbVYiQ/UKktMRtaZ5I/AAAAAAAABSo/rqi-56OaCQc/s640/2012-11-17%252015.17.34.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-z2gfZr0Tn9Y/UKk8Di7efiI/AAAAAAAABS4/KD5yQUqFVpc/s512/2012-11-17%252015.15.46.jpg)

At some point i will get pictures with a proper camera rather than just phone shots
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 November, 2012, 07:26:20 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 18 November, 2012, 04:51:15 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 17 November, 2012, 06:04:55 pm
A couple of shots of my Raleigh Royal this morning, now set up for winter service.





Where were they taken Juan? Looks very local, très Kent.

It's very near you, down Wissenden Lane on the way to Smarden.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 08:15:29 pm
Raffa and I got our first miles under our belt this arvo :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 18 November, 2012, 08:19:06 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 08:15:29 pm
Raffa and I got our first miles under our belt this arvo :thumbsup:

Excellent news!
Many?

For my part I suffered the indignity of coming off the new VN.
Told the rider in front of me to take the next right, then looked back to ask for someone to mark the junction when the rider in front of me stopped (too early) :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 08:22:36 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 18 November, 2012, 08:19:06 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 08:15:29 pm
Raffa and I got our first miles under our belt this arvo :thumbsup:

Excellent news!
Many?

For my part I suffered the indignity of coming off the new VN.
Told the rider in front of me to take the next right, then looked back to ask for someone to mark the junction when the rider in front of me stopped (too early) :(

Only 25 but they were a revelation. The stiffness around the bottom bracket and the wheels in comparison to my 2004 Cannondale R800 makes a phenominal difference when climbing.

Hope the VN is unscathed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 November, 2012, 09:34:12 pm
Oops.  Hope the Jurek is unscathed too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 18 November, 2012, 09:36:21 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 17 November, 2012, 04:52:56 pm
3 bikes is not excessive is it? I don't count my mountain bike in that because emmmm.....
Barely enough. Positively spartan, in fact.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 November, 2012, 09:41:06 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 18 November, 2012, 06:47:40 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-fwPuDVbVYiQ/UKktMRtaZ5I/AAAAAAAABSo/rqi-56OaCQc/s640/2012-11-17%252015.17.34.jpg)

Roofing-tar-tastic!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 19 November, 2012, 09:46:12 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 17 November, 2012, 04:52:56 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/191132_10151145995078399_798636445_o.jpg)

And my steeler, 3 bikes is not excessive is it? I don't count my mountain bike in that because emmmm.....

Brown leather bar tape would put your bike in my top 10 most elegant YACF bikes I think.

It's tempting me to get a Brooks Swift for my Condo Fratello.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 19 November, 2012, 03:27:31 pm
Thanks,
it's actually a Spa saddle and you're right about the bar tape of course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: raid on 21 November, 2012, 07:55:02 pm
Hello!

Using this as a kind of introduction.
I'm a regular poster over at lfgss (mostly bike tag), but I don't ride a fixed or singlespeed, so I decided to sign up here.

Here are my bikes:

Cadex ALR-1 (bonded alu) just sold this frame a couple of months back  :-\ :
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7208/6821047922_69c94c3b90_c.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7061/6967169807_b86ea681ff_c.jpg)

Cadex CFR-2 (bonded carbon) In love with this bike!:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8292/7858133696_8f17cc3a10_c.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7227/7189633397_3049c417bb_c.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8282/7507478826_2473f617f6_c.jpg)

Looking forward to using the forum!
 :smug: :smug: :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 21 November, 2012, 09:32:23 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 18 November, 2012, 08:22:36 pm
Hope the VN is unscathed!
The VN remains unmarked.

Quote from: clarion on 18 November, 2012, 09:34:12 pm
Oops.  Hope the Jurek is unscathed too.
Thank you. The Jurek is bruised of knees and slightly sprained of wrist.
I'll live.
No holes in the Assos!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 November, 2012, 10:23:51 pm
Good.  That would be a pain in the Assos wallet.

Nice bikes, btw, Raid.  Rather different and interesting.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 21 November, 2012, 10:25:11 pm
Quote from: raid on 21 November, 2012, 07:55:02 pm
Hello!

Using this as a kind of introduction.
I'm a regular poster over at lfgss (mostly bike tag), but I don't ride a fixed or singlespeed, so I decided to sign up here.

Here are my bikes:

Cadex ALR-1 (bonded alu) just sold this frame a couple of months back  :-\ :
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7208/6821047922_69c94c3b90_c.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7061/6967169807_b86ea681ff_c.jpg)

Cadex CFR-2 (bonded carbon) In love with this bike!:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8292/7858133696_8f17cc3a10_c.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7227/7189633397_3049c417bb_c.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8282/7507478826_2473f617f6_c.jpg)

Looking forward to using the forum!
 :smug: :smug: :smug:

Welcome to yacf!  That blue cadex is bloomin lovely  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 21 November, 2012, 10:27:20 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 19 November, 2012, 03:27:31 pm
Thanks,
it's actually a Spa saddle and you're right about the bar tape of course.

Charge do brown leatherette tape for about a tenner.  It would make that bike look a million dollars.  Two if you also fitted Bouthard mudgards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 21 November, 2012, 10:32:54 pm
I've just fitted some of this tape to the tourer further up the page: -

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/deda/leather-look-bar-tape-ec028617?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=froogle&utm_campaign=froogle

Looks very nice fitted (in white anyway)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: adenough on 21 November, 2012, 10:58:38 pm
My slightly modernised Harry Hall.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8067/8188039151_63c8746b66_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 November, 2012, 01:29:18 pm
Quote from: raid on 21 November, 2012, 07:55:02 pm
Hello!

Using this as a kind of introduction.
I'm a regular poster over at lfgss (mostly bike tag), but I don't ride a fixed or singlespeed, so I decided to sign up here.

Here are my bikes:
snipLooking forward to using the forum!
 :smug: :smug: :smug:
Welcome.

Nice bikes - quill-tastic.

And lovely photos.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 22 November, 2012, 01:39:20 pm
Quote from: Paul on 22 November, 2012, 01:29:18 pm
Quote from: raid on 21 November, 2012, 07:55:02 pm
Hello!

Using this as a kind of introduction.
I'm a regular poster over at lfgss (mostly bike tag), but I don't ride a fixed or singlespeed, so I decided to sign up here.

Here are my bikes:
snipLooking forward to using the forum!
 :smug: :smug: :smug:
Welcome.

Nice bikes - quill-tastic.

And lovely photos.
Indeed. The bikes are ok, but that tiled corridor is lovely :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 November, 2012, 05:01:18 pm
Parked outside a terrible cafe in Southwark:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0801.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 November, 2012, 06:38:30 pm
Cool! Holding the wheelie into a parking space :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 November, 2012, 07:39:25 pm
I iz teh awsum
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 25 November, 2012, 11:43:00 am
Quote from: yellowhammer on 25 November, 2012, 10:50:05 am
n+1;

cool bike, is this the revised one? i have the same model wheels on my folder
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 November, 2012, 01:54:10 pm
Quote from: clarion on 23 November, 2012, 05:01:18 pm
Parked outside a terrible cafe in Southwark:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMAG0801.jpg)

You pay for the views though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 November, 2012, 08:49:01 pm
Oh aye.  Location is everything ;)

(Having said that, it is only a short way from one of the most photographed tourist attractions in the world.  It's on Tower Bridge Road ;D )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 26 November, 2012, 10:51:43 am
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8292/7858133696_8f17cc3a10_c.jpg)

Very elegant Raid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 26 November, 2012, 12:41:32 pm
I liked it when carbon bikes aped skinny-tubed lugged steel. The best looking bike ever made imho is the Colnago C40.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 27 November, 2012, 08:31:03 am
From the sublime to the ridiculous.
Ice ice baby
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20121127_075127.jpg)

Gears are for wimps1

(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20121127_075201.jpg)

It may need a mudguard  :facepalm:

(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20121127_075350.jpg)

This bike was the first 'real' bike I bought, back in (I think) 2004. I stopped smoking for 22 weeks to pay for it, and spent my weekends humiliating bigger boys2 on the bridleways of Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire. Occasionally we went further afield and I beat them all up big hills in Wales. Good times. Nice to have it back in service.
1Or tandems, fast bikes and hilly rides
2 I was skinnier then, and a bit of a mountain goat (comparatively).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 November, 2012, 08:48:31 am
Chain's a bit . . .

Oh, never mind!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 November, 2012, 09:11:44 am
Invincible!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 November, 2012, 11:59:40 am
Courtesy of Revrob (of this (and his own) Parish)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XZXwNU1xg6s/ULX7MvwmErI/AAAAAAAAAqA/R2_mST0HC2o/s640/pinarello%25201.jpg)

I see it as my ideal Winter bike.  Low maintenance and reliable.

However, having seen it (and felt how light it is) I may invest some time and money into it next year, when the sun finally comes out.

For now I'll probably fit a bigger chainring, one of my Brooks saddles (unless this one is OK), possibly a new set of SKS guards and see winter out on it.

Anyway, watch this space.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: got on 28 November, 2012, 09:45:49 pm
here's my pride and joy
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-L4IVh9q2O1g/UBVXIKP8joI/AAAAAAAAAsU/H_zxCmIa54I/s640/2012-07-28%252018.24.38.jpg)

reynolds 853 king of mercia, campag athena, open pros on ambrosio zenith hubs, nitto bars and stem, brooks swift.

white may not have been the most sensible colour for irish roads, but sure what the hell, i like it!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 November, 2012, 10:06:54 pm
Pretty
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 29 November, 2012, 09:39:47 am
Nice to see the bars at the right angle, right height and with the levers in the right place - for a change! Lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 29 November, 2012, 11:01:05 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 29 November, 2012, 09:39:47 am
Nice to see the bars at the right angle, right height and with the levers in the right place - for a change! Lovely bike.
+1. Yes, very nice (even with a Brooks  ;) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 29 November, 2012, 11:10:52 am
Quote from: Rhys W on 29 November, 2012, 09:39:47 am
Nice to see the bars at the right angle, right height and with the levers in the right place - for a change! Lovely bike.

I'm sure it's a nice bike but the frame's too small; the stem is too far out of the frame, with most stems it would be past the min insertion line.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 29 November, 2012, 12:19:53 pm
Quote from: got on 28 November, 2012, 09:45:49 pm
here's my pride and joy
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-L4IVh9q2O1g/UBVXIKP8joI/AAAAAAAAAsU/H_zxCmIa54I/s640/2012-07-28%252018.24.38.jpg)

reynolds 853 king of mercia, campag athena, open pros on ambrosio zenith hubs, nitto bars and stem, brooks swift.

white may not have been the most sensible colour for irish roads, but sure what the hell, i like it!

Beautiful.  Love the colours you've chosen for the barber's pole.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 November, 2012, 12:24:26 pm
I very nearly got a Red/White Barber's pole paint job when I had a Mercian rennovation.

If the bike had been a Mercian then I would have because it really shouts "I've got a Mercian".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 29 November, 2012, 03:21:28 pm
Quote from: got on 28 November, 2012, 09:45:49 pm
here's my pride and joy
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-L4IVh9q2O1g/UBVXIKP8joI/AAAAAAAAAsU/H_zxCmIa54I/s640/2012-07-28%252018.24.38.jpg)

reynolds 853 king of mercia, campag athena, open pros on ambrosio zenith hubs, nitto bars and stem, brooks swift.

white may not have been the most sensible colour for irish roads, but sure what the hell, i like it!

White is a perfect choice for any roads, in my humble opinion.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: got on 29 November, 2012, 05:32:25 pm
thanks all!

re the stem: it's a standard height nitto, and is inserted past the minimum insertion line. i've been comfortable with that setup so far, but have quite a lot of vertical room to play around with if i want to drop the bars any.

and i can't take credit for the colour choice-there's a model on the mercian website done in those colours, and when i saw it i knew that was what i wanted!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 30 November, 2012, 02:48:20 am
Lovely Mercian, Got  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tomsk on 04 December, 2012, 07:43:29 pm
(http://i1272.photobucket.com/albums/y387/Tomskinessex/006.jpg)

The lovely Konnie: Winterised and ready for anything [except speed of course  ;D]

No more cakked-up pivoty, slidey bits. Now can I have some Old Man Mountain racks for Christmas please?

Probably should cut down the front mudguard stays I know, but they clear my size 11s. Amazingly there are threaded eyes on the sliding rear drop-outs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 December, 2012, 07:55:43 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 28 November, 2012, 11:59:40 am
Courtesy of Revrob (of this (and his own) Parish)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XZXwNU1xg6s/ULX7MvwmErI/AAAAAAAAAqA/R2_mST0HC2o/s640/pinarello%25201.jpg)



Ever since I saw a LEMOND road bike in these colours I wanted the same scheme.  What does the panel think  (currently it's just a Photoshop Respray)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-korxKGnAaoE/UL-mVbrw9VI/AAAAAAAAAt0/v3R2czaJf88/s640/Pinarello%2520grey%2520yellow%25203%2520640.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 05 December, 2012, 08:06:29 pm
I prefer the 'before' picture.

But then, I'm very staid in my taste in bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 December, 2012, 10:31:18 pm
Quote from: boabacca on 05 December, 2012, 08:06:29 pm
I prefer the 'before' picture.

But then, I'm very staid in my taste in bikes.

Well it's a much cheaper option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 05 December, 2012, 10:32:01 pm
Must admit I prefer before as well. Perhaps you should get another bike and paint it in the second scheme :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 05 December, 2012, 10:39:52 pm
And me, I'm afraid.  But anyone following my advice on paint colours deserves everything they get.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 December, 2012, 11:01:29 pm
It's currently got a very classy colourscheme.  I'd stick with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 December, 2012, 11:15:21 pm
well I'm certainly in favour of the cheap option.  The current paint job is better in the photo than reality.  However, I quite like the idea of keeping a black on black on black (with a hint of Red) scheme.

It was bought as a Winter "Hack" after all.

Good idea mcshroom, N+1.  Let me just think how that would go down with my Wife........hmmmm...I think she may shove an 8th bike right up where it would interfere with my cycling comfort.

She was momentarily pleased I'd got it back down to 6 after I sold my Dahon.

OK, Black/red it will remain.  New Schwalbe Marathons (700x25) and I'll fit some spare black SKS guards. 

Thanks all (but I still love that Battleship grey/yellow)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 December, 2012, 06:21:10 am
I like the grey and yellow.  Yellow is my favourite colour.  I also like the current colours   :thumbsup:

I hiope you appreciate the amount of thought I have put into the above answer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 December, 2012, 10:13:52 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 06 December, 2012, 06:21:10 am
I like the grey and yellow.  Yellow is my favourite colour.  I also like the current colours   :thumbsup:

I hiope you appreciate the amount of thought I have put into the above answer.

Yes, you've been an enormous help, thank you

 ;D

Ever though of (Lib-Dem) Politics?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 06 December, 2012, 10:39:06 am
I like dark colours for bikes. The only exception is light blue. Grey is yucky. I like yellow a lot, but not on bikes. Black is nice.

So I think you should do it however it makes you happy :). But I wouldn't spend money to paint it a yucky colour if I were you ;).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2012, 11:21:50 am
Quote from: Butterfly on 06 December, 2012, 10:39:06 am
So I think you should do it however it makes you happy :). But I wouldn't spend money to paint it a yucky colour if I were you ;).

This.  Especially

Quote from: Butterfly on 06 December, 2012, 10:39:06 am
So I think you should do it however it makes you happy :).

This. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 06 December, 2012, 02:27:16 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 06 December, 2012, 10:39:06 am
I like dark colours for bikes. The only exception is light blue. Grey is yucky. I like yellow a lot, but not on bikes. Black is nice.

Yellow's surprisingly good on Bromptons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 06 December, 2012, 03:18:14 pm
Sorry Paul, but grey and lemon brings back traumatic '80s memories of my worst wardrobe faux pas.  Please don't.  It's awful.  Nearly as bad as grey and pink.

The black and red is great, which is funny because that was also very '80s, but it does look really good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 06 December, 2012, 04:23:59 pm
if it's steel, it has to have stays and fork legs chromed! (that's the only feature i like about steel)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 December, 2012, 10:41:37 am
OK, Black/red is a perfect match for my Carradice Super C.  It's been sat in my garage since PBP2011 so I thought it may as well be used as part of my Winter set up. It's huge but I don't suppose that matters.

Mudguards and (used) Marathon 25mm tyres were salvaged from my heap of "things to be used on another bike one day" as well.

I've fettled a mudguard extension which needs fitting (I'm so considerate to tail-gaters)

Just waiting for SJSC to deliver my 43T chainring and a chain and it's done (62" gearing is too spinny for me in these parts, going for 68").

As a Winter "hack" I think it looks pretty purposeful.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-cbOmM0FaYso/UMcMOozqUKI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/q3_Dpd8e5zQ/s640/pin%25201.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 December, 2012, 10:46:46 am
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 11 December, 2012, 01:42:03 pm
I like it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 16 December, 2012, 11:11:24 am
That looks splendid 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 December, 2012, 11:22:20 am
Just testing the water (excuse the crappy phone pics)

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000101.jpg)

A work in progress

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000100.jpg)

Looking to build it up with 9 speed Campag for some time in Spring.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000103_zpsee304740.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 16 December, 2012, 06:56:34 pm
(http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/Butterfly/20121216_142207_zpse64d0cad.jpg)
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 December, 2012, 07:16:52 pm
^^ what's that skewer protector doing there :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 16 December, 2012, 07:35:09 pm
 :facepalm:

I took Crusty's off and forgot about mine  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 December, 2012, 09:02:12 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 16 December, 2012, 06:56:34 pm
(http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/lindagordinho/Butterfly/20121216_142207_zpse64d0cad.jpg)

That's a really sweet looking bike!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 16 December, 2012, 09:05:12 pm
Thank you  :)

Yours is lovely. Show us the finished article, mind.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 16 December, 2012, 09:33:07 pm
That looks lovely, Linda :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 December, 2012, 10:04:34 pm
Another work in progress.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000117_zps2b9b3297.jpg)

A certain young man's Christmas present . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 19 December, 2012, 08:55:56 am
Quote from: torslanda on 16 December, 2012, 10:04:34 pm
Another work in progress.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000117_zps2b9b3297.jpg)

A certain young man's Christmas present . . .

A certain young man is gonna be chuffed :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 December, 2012, 07:42:35 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 16 December, 2012, 10:04:34 pm
Another work in progress.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000117_zps2b9b3297.jpg)

A certain young man's Christmas present . . .

Now finished with white Clarks hydraulic discs, blue Skyway lock-on grips and blue pedals.

And, Fuzzy, you were absolutely right - Chuffed to BITS!!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 December, 2012, 09:15:16 pm
Tandem parking
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_2285.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rideron on 31 December, 2012, 08:04:42 pm
Pinnacle Arkos 3. Only 1 day old. Completed 7 miles (rode home from shop). No picture yet. But watch for change to avater when I get one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 05 January, 2013, 08:18:39 pm
Its been a while since I posted here, so here's my Ridgeback Horizon today with various changes (including rack, brake levers, bar end shifters, added bar bag, pump on seat stay, mud flap (which worked fairly well)). Captures today's weather quite well - glasses needed cleaning after coming off the downs!
(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/P1030830.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2013, 08:30:21 pm
I like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 January, 2013, 09:59:57 pm
You wait all day  . . .

 . . . and two come along at once!

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000142_zps2083f890.jpg)

I'm refurbing the one on the left (1998 model) when along comes a bloke with a 96!

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000146_zps9c639588.jpg)

As he opened the shop door I was nearly jumping on him cos I thought he'd nicked my bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cyclone on 11 January, 2013, 09:09:22 am
 ;D So thats what you're up to! Good luck with it John, I guess maybe a little less travelling to the Limousin then....May be on the move myself - have job offer in Bordeaux so rebuilding the Disco at mo....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 03:20:22 pm
New (or mostly new) do-everything-including-touring bike.

58 cm Disc Trucker

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-5Rcbt7T/0/L/i-5Rcbt7T-L.jpg)

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-vDLBMrS/0/L/i-vDLBMrS-L.jpg)

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-fnktsbB/0/L/i-fnktsbB-L.jpg)

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-gtj7P7f/0/L/i-gtj7P7f-L.jpg)

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-R2pjT2f/0/L/i-R2pjT2f-L.jpg)

I can see why these things are so popular as it is a pleasure to ride  :)

Salsa Cowbell 3 bars, Thomson stem.
3 x10 set-up with mix of road, MTB, 9 and 10 speed 105 and SLX which is all working very nicely together. 12-30 cassette. DA 10-speed bar end shifters.
Chris King headset and BB.
Avid BB7s, Tektro levers.
Racktime Addit rear rack - a very good rack btw.
SKS Longboards
Shimano / A119 wheels off previous bike, properly trued and tensioned recently.
Schwalbe Marathon Supremes 35
Gilles Berthoud saddle
Philips Saferide + Smart rear lights.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 12 January, 2013, 03:56:57 pm
That looks lovely!


Though a black saddle would make it even better. ;-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 January, 2013, 04:04:37 pm
Whereas Mrs Cudzo has just said the saddle is the best bit of it! I rather like the brown saddle, but think saddle and bars matching would be the only thing that could be improved - either both black or both brown. In any case, it is gorgeous! Looks quite big too - what's the size? Ah, 58cm, it's there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 12 January, 2013, 04:21:27 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 03:20:22 pm
New (or mostly new) do-everything-including-touring bike.

58 cm Disc Trucker



Not only is that is a thing of beauty but it looks so fit for purpose. :thumbsup:
Congratulations on having the vision to produce a superb bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 12 January, 2013, 04:27:23 pm
have you been reading my emails?  Apart from the frame size, that's almost identical to the one i've just ordered for mrs mike!  Lovely looking bike.

(apart from the yellow valve caps...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:02:12 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 12 January, 2013, 03:56:57 pm
That looks lovely!


Though a black saddle would make it even better. ;-)

Cheers! The saddle was originally bought as black; it was never very black to begin with and over the past couple of years it has lightened somewhat!

Quote from: mike on 12 January, 2013, 04:27:23 pm

(apart from the yellow valve caps...)


I like those Conti ones as I can see them when I drop them on the ground.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 12 January, 2013, 05:08:51 pm
I like the de-decaled look!

I'd get a disc trucker if my regular trucker died. I doubt that is ever going to happen though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:15:06 pm
Quote from: bobb on 12 January, 2013, 05:08:51 pm
I like the de-decaled look!

I'd get a disc trucker if my regular trucker died. I doubt that is ever going to happen though!

Hi bobb. The decals on the forks, seat stays and top tube come off with parcel tape! The downtube one was much more stubborn and the hair dryer was called in. I've left the head tube badge. The discs work well, the mounts and cable guides are well thought out. Heel strike can be an issue with chainstay mounted calipers but not a problem on the Trucker. Even with my size 48s.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 12 January, 2013, 05:22:17 pm
Cool. What about front rack fitting? Would there be any issues with the disc brake?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:26:52 pm
No, I don't think so. I've googled this and there are a few racks that need spaced out by a few mm (Tubus Duo is one, I think) but only 3 mm or so and that's if you want to use the rear pair of eyelets. Lots of racks seem to just fit.

The front pair of eyelets are just as accessible as the non-disc. I don't know anything about front racks but I guess for touring loads the rear eyelets are the best as they are sort of under the axle?

Have you seen any good uses for those 2 bottle bosses at the sides of the fork crown?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 January, 2013, 05:32:40 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:26:52 pm
Have you seen any good uses for those 2 bottle bosses at the sides of the fork crown?
Bottles mounted upside down, slightly open, filled with white paint - wherever you ride, you're in your own bike lane!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 13 January, 2013, 11:18:16 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:26:52 pm
... Have you seen any good uses for those 2 bottle bosses at the sides of the fork crown?

They look like they're intended for racks, but I'd suspect they could also be used as a handy location for mounting front lights on, especially if you wanted a pair, so one on each side.  They'd be clear of interfering with any mudguard mounting on the more central fitting.

(They may be there, to allow a rear rack to be fitted to the front).

That bike does look very smartly done. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 13 January, 2013, 11:32:50 am
That looks the biz, I like a plain frame in a solid colour, if it looks right it doesn't need to shout about it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 01:44:08 pm
Trucker in the wild - well, Richmond Park anyway:

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-WBQw5dN/0/L/i-WBQw5dN-L.jpg)

Quote from: bobb on 12 January, 2013, 05:22:17 pm
Cool. What about front rack fitting? Would there be any issues with the disc brake?

Front end arrangement (I don't usually have the skewer at that angle, it's just there for the photo):

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-ktQcMPT/0/L/i-ktQcMPT-L.jpg)

(http://sergeantpluck.smugmug.com/photos/i-vBsM3jq/0/L/i-vBsM3jq-L.jpg)

I've seen people using the top bosses for Nitto porteur type racks, and for lights, with those cylindrical mounts. But most of the touring front racks on Disc Truckers seem to attach to the brake bolt as per usual.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 01:58:22 pm
Every time I look at one of Pluck's posts, he seems to have added another bike to his fleet  ;)
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 13 January, 2013, 01:58:29 pm
That's great!

It's given me bike envy. It looks like it'll be a useful load lugger, those brakes are great on steep descents with a full load too. I've been looking at different bikes like this since I sold my peregrine  and it looks like you've narrowed my search down.

I off to do a bit of googling now.........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrewc on 13 January, 2013, 02:27:56 pm
Very nice. I saw one at the York rally last year and it looked a lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 02:37:42 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 01:58:22 pm
Every time I look at one of Pluck's posts, he seems to have added another bike to his fleet  ;)

I only have 2 bikes now :( That one and my Bob Jackson.

Mind you, I am on the waiting list for something nice later this year...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:14:48 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 02:37:42 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 01:58:22 pm
Every time I look at one of Pluck's posts, he seems to have added another bike to his fleet  ;)

I only have 2 bikes now :( That one and my Bob Jackson.

Mind you, I am on the waiting list for something nice later this year...

The Jamis ???
When did that disappear? You'd only had that ten minutes, the last time I saw you...
TBF - I've not kept up with these pages.
Which makes it  bit of a struggle as to who is riding what  these days.

J
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 January, 2013, 08:39:11 pm
This is how the Festina Peugeot turned out.

The bar tape was the customer's choice.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000158_zpsd88f57af.jpg)

Not looking bad to say it's 14 years old.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 08:41:48 pm
*puts straight edge against monitior*

Yep, that downtube is bent - it's not just the sticker giving an optical delusion.  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:44:31 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 08:41:48 pm
*puts straight edge against monitior*

Yep, that downtube is bent - it's not just the sticker giving an optical delusion.  ::-)

First thing that crossed my mind, oddly enough....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 13 January, 2013, 08:44:44 pm
So are the forks  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 08:49:08 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:14:48 pm
When did that disappear? You'd only had that ten minutes, the last time I saw you...

Well, not quite so quick. But it didn't really suit me and I decided to get what I had originally intended to get when I took an enjoyable test ride on the Jamis. A lot of the bits on the Disc Trucker are from that bike.

Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:44:31 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 08:41:48 pm
*puts straight edge against monitior*

Yep, that downtube is bent - it's not just the sticker giving an optical delusion.  ::-)

First thing that crossed my mind, oddly enough....

Presumably necessitating the seat stay rear mech cabling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 13 January, 2013, 08:51:39 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 08:49:08 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:14:48 pm
When did that disappear? You'd only had that ten minutes, the last time I saw you...

Well, not quite so quick. But it didn't really suit me and I decided to get what I had originally intended to get when I took an enjoyable test ride on the Jamis. A lot of the bits on the Disc Trucker are from that bike.

Quote from: Jurek on 13 January, 2013, 08:44:31 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 08:41:48 pm
*puts straight edge against monitior*

Yep, that downtube is bent - it's not just the sticker giving an optical delusion.  ::-)

First thing that crossed my mind, oddly enough....

Presumably necessitating the seat stay rear mech cabling.

I don't know if people are joking or not, but I've looked this model up on the web and there are loads of images from all over Europe of it with a curvature in the down tube, so presumably it was built that way.

Peter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 09:07:20 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 13 January, 2013, 08:49:08 pm
Presumably necessitating the seat stay rear mech cabling.

I wish more road frame were built that way - it seems much more sensible.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 13 January, 2013, 09:15:40 pm
Wobbly, what's the thinking behind it?  Or are you talking mainly about the cable run?

Peter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 January, 2013, 09:22:06 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 13 January, 2013, 08:39:11 pm
This is how the Festina Peugeot turned out.

The bar tape was the customer's choice.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000158_zpsd88f57af.jpg)

Not looking bad to say it's 14 years old.



Very nice :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 13 January, 2013, 09:23:36 pm
Cable run - why still take the cables round the, mud splattered, bottom bracket and then loop it nearly 1800 to enter the mech?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 January, 2013, 09:42:56 pm
I never understood the design ethos behind the curved downtube, it was 1998 and well before the resurgence of the road bike market, the frame design carries major cues from the all-dominant MTB sector.

All three cables run along the nearside of the (flat sided) top tube - that's 'cross bar' in old money - and the forks never were bent.

Raked, yes. Bent, no.

The young lad whose dad bought it was extremely happy . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000166_zps36002379.jpg)

Pure Marmite  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 15 January, 2013, 09:22:18 pm
Laid back!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 January, 2013, 10:08:22 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .
Pure Marmite  ;D

looks comfy. with a bit of customisation could be even good for the longest british audax :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 10:29:34 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 15 January, 2013, 10:08:22 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .
Pure Marmite  ;D

looks comfy. with a bit of customisation could be even good for the longest british audax :D

Bollocks to that . . .  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 January, 2013, 10:31:23 pm
More importantly, what's it like off-road? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 15 January, 2013, 10:36:53 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .

WTF?

Did you Photoshop that?

I need to see a video of a human riding that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 11:15:30 pm
Quote from: Kim on 15 January, 2013, 10:31:23 pm
More importantly, what's it like off-road? :)

I hadn't thought to try it . . . Yet.

Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 15 January, 2013, 10:36:53 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .

WTF?

Did you Photoshop that?

I need to see a video of a human riding that.

No, did I bollocks . . .

That there's a Giant Revive, a 'crank-forward' or 'not-quite-recumbent'. I bought it as a promotional tool for the bike shop and to attach a tagalong so I can take the youngest to school by bike instead of driving 3 miles a day.

And because I always wanted one.

And because I can.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 11:21:02 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 15 January, 2013, 10:36:53 pm

I need to see a video of a human riding that.

Get your backside to civilisation Manchester and you can ride it yourself . . .  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 January, 2013, 11:26:52 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 15 January, 2013, 10:36:53 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .

WTF?

Did you Photoshop that?

I need to see a video of a human riding that.

Compact short wheelbase, innit.  All the performance disadvantages of a DF bike, combined with those of a recumbent.  They've fallen out of fashion as recumbent trikes have improved, but are still pretty good machines if you Don't Get On With Saddles and do a lot of stop-start riding in traffic.  They're very easy to ride, and a lot less awkward than trikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 11:35:22 pm
Your wish is my command!

I need to see a video of a human riding that. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-TDKFKWywA)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 16 January, 2013, 10:33:56 am
good video but is missing the appropriate soundtrack:-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1D5Sa2Yq-2g
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 16 January, 2013, 11:22:36 am
Quote from: Kim on 15 January, 2013, 11:26:52 pm


Compact short wheelbase, innit. 

I think SWB is reserved for those that have the bottom bracket forward of the front wheel - infact my M5 Citymate with the bottom bracket welded on the front of the head tube is still usually classed as a compact long wheel base (CLWB)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 January, 2013, 11:59:43 am
Oops, I meant compact long wheelbase, of course.

The BikeE is the canonical example.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 January, 2013, 02:10:31 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 15 January, 2013, 09:05:01 pm
New company car/school bus . . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000166_zps36002379.jpg)

Pure Marmite  ;D

I suppose I should be careful what I say..(not mine I hasten to add, a quick go on my son's friend's Easy-Rider).   If you don't like cleaning spokes then it's not the bike for you.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LeesNewBike1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 02:12:03 pm
I have long wanted a proper touring bike, having always 'managed' with various racing and audax machines. Roberts Roughstuff frame ebay find last year and I have been improving it since then - I think it's finished now!
I am surprised how well it rides unloaded, but the real plus is with full panniers, can still 'honk' the machine uphill with no shimmy at all, never managed that before on a lightweight. Was unsure about road discs but am rapidly being convinced through the recent bad weather.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8497/8386914998_1dda0b62c6_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 January, 2013, 02:16:58 pm
Quote from: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 02:12:03 pm
Roberts Roughstuff

Very tidy :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 January, 2013, 02:36:32 pm
Nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 January, 2013, 02:40:12 pm
Another Gilles Berthoud saddle / Thomson stem combination :)

What rims are those?
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 January, 2013, 04:09:45 pm
Quote from: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 02:12:03 pm
I have long wanted a proper touring bike, having always 'managed' with various racing and audax machines. Roberts Roughstuff frame ebay find last year and I have been improving it since then - I think it's finished now!

looks very fit for purpose, i especially like the provision for a frame pump - there's no better place for it on a bike. other bits are carefully chosen as well (as on SergeantPluck's tourer), which i like and appreciate a lot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 January, 2013, 07:10:15 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 16 January, 2013, 02:10:31 pm
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/freddered/LeesNewBike1.jpg)

Truly magnificent - great bike, love it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 January, 2013, 07:17:09 pm
Are the Crocs an essential part of the Look?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 08:59:39 pm
The rims on the Roberts are Mavic XC717 disc. I thought they were a nice complement to Thomson parts with the same crisp almost industrial finish
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 January, 2013, 09:16:43 pm
Quote from: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 08:59:39 pm
The rims on the Roberts are Mavic XC717 disc. I thought they were a nice complement to Thomson parts with the same crisp almost industrial finish

I agree - I really like the combination :)

I need a set-back seat post, like you, but sadly I don't think I have enough seatpost on show to accommodate the bend in a Thomson.  At some stage I'll get disc specific rims, and maybe a dynamo, but for now I have the serviceable enough wheels from a previous bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 17 January, 2013, 09:36:07 am
Quote from: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 02:12:03 pm
I have long wanted a proper touring bike, having always 'managed' with various racing and audax machines. Roberts Roughstuff frame ebay find last year and I have been improving it since then - I think it's finished now!
I am surprised how well it rides unloaded, but the real plus is with full panniers, can still 'honk' the machine uphill with no shimmy at all, never managed that before on a lightweight. Was unsure about road discs but am rapidly being convinced through the recent bad weather.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8497/8386914998_1dda0b62c6_b.jpg)

Sweet. What are the 'guards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BarryS on 17 January, 2013, 10:57:15 am
Gilles Berthoud stainless 50mm - first time I have tried them. Real tricky to fit and get a good line, but they do seem more effective than usual SKS. Mudflap made from the back of a Black n' Red notebook, which works well, but I ideally need something a bit more flexible I think. This is more like having extra mudguard attached, and can knock on the kerb etc. Sugestions?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BarryS on 17 January, 2013, 11:01:35 am
Quote
I need a set-back seat post, like you, but sadly I don't think I have enough seatpost on show to accommodate the bend in a Thomson.

You need to have about 11cm of seatpost showing before you can use a bent Thomson post. Berthoud, like Brooks, really do need some setback.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 January, 2013, 11:13:22 am
Quote from: BarryS on 17 January, 2013, 10:57:15 am
but I ideally need something a bit more flexible I think. This is more like having extra mudguard attached, and can knock on the kerb etc. Sugestions?

I just use black DUCK/GAFFER tape stuck onto my (cleaned beforehand) front plastic mudflap (folded back on itself so you have shiny side out back and front)

The curve of the orginal mudflap gives it enough rigidity against the wind but it's very flexible against kerbs..etc. 
Have it as short or as long as you like.

On the rear I use a section of plastic milkbottle, covered in DUCK tape (so it looks nicer) and attached with a small cable tie (drilled mudguard).

There's a thread on the topic somewhere
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrewc on 20 January, 2013, 10:10:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:26:52 pm
No, I don't think so. I've googled this and there are a few racks that need spaced out by a few mm (Tubus Duo is one, I think) but only 3 mm or so and that's if you want to use the rear pair of eyelets. Lots of racks seem to just fit.

The front pair of eyelets are just as accessible as the non-disc. I don't know anything about front racks but I guess for touring loads the rear eyelets are the best as they are sort of under the axle?

Have you seen any good uses for those 2 bottle bosses at the sides of the fork crown?

An illustrated article on how to fit Surly's "Nice Rack" onto a Disc Trucker http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1&doc_id=11783&v=2t (http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1&doc_id=11783&v=2t)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 20 January, 2013, 10:26:16 pm
Quote from: andrewc on 20 January, 2013, 10:10:06 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 12 January, 2013, 05:26:52 pm
No, I don't think so. I've googled this and there are a few racks that need spaced out by a few mm (Tubus Duo is one, I think) but only 3 mm or so and that's if you want to use the rear pair of eyelets. Lots of racks seem to just fit.

The front pair of eyelets are just as accessible as the non-disc. I don't know anything about front racks but I guess for touring loads the rear eyelets are the best as they are sort of under the axle?

Have you seen any good uses for those 2 bottle bosses at the sides of the fork crown?

An illustrated article on how to fit Surly's "Nice Rack" onto a Disc Trucker http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1&doc_id=11783&v=2t (http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1&doc_id=11783&v=2t)

Thanks Andrewc, I had seen that article. I'm not sure if I am that keen on the amount of spacers he's had to use, but the rack ends up nice and low and well back - I'm assuming that is going to be more stable.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 23 January, 2013, 05:27:44 pm
This fettle for a mudguard on my Pompetamine may help. Using a bolt as a stud, locking ordinary nuts together to provide a solid mount.

(http://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-z4pHHH6ko3g/TyRCMjSjxgI/AAAAAAAAf9g/vY50yP0JnTE/s640/IMG_0448.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 23 January, 2013, 09:38:31 pm
Quote from: BarryS on 16 January, 2013, 02:12:03 pm
I have long wanted a proper touring bike, having always 'managed' with various racing and audax machines. Roberts Roughstuff frame ebay find last year and I have been improving it since then - I think it's finished now!
I am surprised how well it rides unloaded, but the real plus is with full panniers, can still 'honk' the machine uphill with no shimmy at all, never managed that before on a lightweight. Was unsure about road discs but am rapidly being convinced through the recent bad weather.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8497/8386914998_1dda0b62c6_b.jpg)

That's lush!  Bit tarty though without a front rack.  Can you fit a Tara?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 January, 2013, 07:59:16 am
You want him to fit a Tara? I know the LHT is a load carrier, but even so...
(http://hookedonhouses.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/tara-ext.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 24 January, 2013, 10:43:55 am
Quote from: Ham on 23 January, 2013, 05:27:44 pm
This fettle for a mudguard on my Pompetamine may help. Using a bolt as a stud, locking ordinary nuts together to provide a solid mount.

Thanks. I won't need as much clearance as that when I eventually fit a front rack - a brake shoe nut used as a spacer, will be more than enough from what I can see. I wouldn't want to go much longer than 5 mm or so.

What's odd is that most low-rider front racks don't seem to suit fitment to the front pair of fork eyelets - those eyelets seem to be only useful for carrier-type racks or porteur racks.

What I'd like is a little Nitto rack at the top - I'd have to fettle that by buying a particular Nitto model then adding longer rack struts to use my mid-fork bosses as I don't have cantis - and a Tubus Duo. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 24 January, 2013, 04:31:15 pm
It's a few years since I posted pics of my bikes, so I thought I'd do an update. Some have come, some have gone, so here's what we have at the moment, roughly in order of appearance:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8378/8394299215_63f32e16bb.jpg)
Ribble, Columbus SL, 1992, been fixed for about six years. 42,527km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8378/8395385032_c00258c115.jpg)
Marin Bear Valley, 1996, resprayed (badly) ca 2007. Just used as a hack winter bike, not off-road. 13,718km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8508/8394305069_89267e4876.jpg)
Joe Waugh, 653, my only custom frame, still my favourite bike. 14,379km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8081/8395390956_63986b76cc.jpg)
Airborne Zeppelin, 2003. Discovered a small crack behind the BB in 2010, after about 25,000km. Got it repaired, still going strong. 33,935km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8189/8395383714_6e0f8614c5.jpg)
Orbit Gemini tandem, 2004, got it soon after we got married. It's great fun, and so is the tandem! 4,628km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8377/8394298081_c089e8e030.jpg)
Blue Ribble, 2006. Well, everyone needs a blue Ribble! Currently set up for the turbo, with tri-bars so I can get used to "the position" before the summer. 14,678km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8046/8395387316_35a7beb7b5.jpg)
St John Str Cycles, 2007. Frame bought second hand, a heavy bike but really comfortable. 19,074km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8071/8394302759_b9f2c43fb9.jpg)
Yellow Ribble, tatty frame bought second hand and cheap, 2010, again, built up with spare bits. 8,281km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8467/8394306237_57d916e1d1.jpg)
van Nicholas Zephyr, 2010. I bought this to replace the cracked Airborne frame before I knew it could be repaired! Well, N+1 and all that! 4,942km

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8466/8394308987_a39bbff5bc.jpg)
And finally, de Rosa Avant, bought last year as a "significant" birthday present! I'd wanted a de Rosa for over 20 years. I can't ride fast enough to justify it, but it's lovely! 1,774km

So, I hope I've obeyed all the rules: chain on big ring, valves at 6 o'clock etc etc.

Sorry for the rubbish foties, but I hope you enjoy criticising the bikes!




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 24 January, 2013, 04:40:54 pm
Nothing to criticise there, just makes me realise I can get more bikes after all. I ONLY have 4!!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BarryS on 24 January, 2013, 04:57:10 pm
Quote
That's lush!  Bit tarty though without a front rack.  Can you fit a Tara?

Indeed I can, in fact it has a set of Tubus Duo packs already, just not fitted while I fettled the (very annoying) Berthoud mudguards.
The tarty bit is a complete x4 set of blue panniers I now have to go with it.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 24 January, 2013, 04:57:55 pm
I'm guessing you like Flite saddles, eck?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 January, 2013, 05:01:26 pm
Quote from: eck on 24 January, 2013, 04:31:15 pm
It's a few years since I posted pics of my bikes, so I thought I'd do an update. Some have come, some have gone, so here's what we have at the moment, roughly in order of appearance:

157,000 km !!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 25 January, 2013, 01:39:11 am
Really nice bikes Eck  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 25 January, 2013, 07:30:19 am
Quote from: BarryS on 24 January, 2013, 04:57:10 pm
Quote
That's lush!  Bit tarty though without a front rack.  Can you fit a Tara?

Indeed I can, in fact it has a set of Tubus Duo packs already, just not fitted while I fettled the (very annoying) Berthoud mudguards.
The tarty bit is a complete x4 set of blue panniers I now have to go with it.

You know you want to....

http://www.ortlieb.co.uk/blue-lightblue-dots-back-roller-classic.html

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 25 January, 2013, 10:07:15 am
N+1. Well, not really, as it's to replace the Cannondale CAAD8 frame I trashed last year, but the build will be not entirely using that bike's bits - there will be added bling! And mudguards.

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/DSC01606_zps75dfa31e.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 25 January, 2013, 02:41:18 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 24 January, 2013, 04:57:55 pm
I'm guessing you like Flite saddles, eck?  ;)
You noticed?  ;D
The only bike that doesn't have a Flite is the Joe Waugh. That has a Selle San Marco SKN inna pimpy Saltire design that a mate gave me. It's a perfect match and, despite appearances, is actually very comfortable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 25 January, 2013, 02:45:36 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 24 January, 2013, 05:01:26 pm
Quote from: eck on 24 January, 2013, 04:31:15 pm
It's a few years since I posted pics of my bikes, so I thought I'd do an update. Some have come, some have gone, so here's what we have at the moment, roughly in order of appearance:

157,000 km !!!
If you say so.   :)  But that's on all of these bikes, and since 1992 on the oldest though. I've kept a note of all my rides for many years, and I've been logging them on bikejournal, which keeps track of each bike's mileage, for about the last five years. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 January, 2013, 04:17:55 pm
A reminder of what the weather was like a few weeks ago and a photo of my Pinarello.

If Revrob is reading this then I'd like to say "thanks" I'm really enjoying it and it's the perfect winter bike I hoped it would be.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-2-BsxfgU_wo/UMx8OI9ABGI/AAAAAAAAAvQ/tv1YPvRM0lY/s640/Pinarello%2520Upper%2520Clatford%25201.jpg)

And, if Jord is reading this, I'd like to say thanks for the Ortlieb saddle bag.
The seat bracket didn't like my Brooks rails but Ortlieb thoughtfully fit enough D-rings that it was easy to attach using toe-straps.

It's a great day bag.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-PYQloICfBug/UQKwrG5ujZI/AAAAAAAAA0o/qKfaN3p4KQ0/s912/CameraZOOM-20130125130424387.jpg)

It just shows what you can get off the YACF forum.  £small number..I am a happy bunny.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Veloman on 25 January, 2013, 04:19:20 pm
Quote from: eck on 25 January, 2013, 02:45:36 pm
157,000 km !!!
I've kept a note of all my rides for many years, and I've been logging them on bikejournal, which keeps track of each bike's mileage, for about the last five years.
So how about the PBP 2011 tandem, or is that the property of Mrs Eck?

It's well worth a photo as it is soooooo nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 25 January, 2013, 04:46:59 pm
Quote from: Veloman on 25 January, 2013, 04:19:20 pm
Quote from: eck on 25 January, 2013, 02:45:36 pm
157,000 km !!!
I've kept a note of all my rides for many years, and I've been logging them on bikejournal, which keeps track of each bike's mileage, for about the last five years.
So how about the PBP 2011 tandem, or is that the property of Mrs Eck?

It's well worth a photo as it is soooooo nice!
???  I'm afraid our tandem has never been near PBP. I wonder if you're confusing us with our pals, The Mighty Ernsts, who did indeed do PBP on a (considerably posher) tandem.
We paid about £230 for ours. The only real changes we've made are saddles, bars and pedals.
We are under about 35cm of snow here in NE Scotland atm, but I'll do more photos when I can.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Veloman on 25 January, 2013, 05:01:11 pm
Quote from: eck on 25 January, 2013, 04:46:59 pm
Quote from: Veloman on 25 January, 2013, 04:19:20 pm
Quote from: eck on 25 January, 2013, 02:45:36 pm
157,000 km !!!
I've kept a note of all my rides for many years, and I've been logging them on bikejournal, which keeps track of each bike's mileage, for about the last five years.
So how about the PBP 2011 tandem, or is that the property of Mrs Eck?

It's well worth a photo as it is soooooo nice!
???  I'm afraid our tandem has never been near PBP. I wonder if you're confusing us with our pals, The Mighty Ernsts, who did indeed do PBP on a (considerably posher) tandem.
We paid about £230 for ours. The only real changes we've made are saddles, bars and pedals.
We are under about 35cm of snow here in NE Scotland atm, but I'll do more photos when I can.

Oooops, I am indeed!

Well you know what sassenachs are like regarding names of those north of the border.

Apologies.

many thanks for posting the bikes, I don't feel so guilty now with my collection!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 25 January, 2013, 05:14:17 pm
My Giant Defy 1
(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/defy_n_zpsefbd12a7.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 25 January, 2013, 05:43:26 pm
My Touring and commuter


(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/DawesKaraKum002_zps356fa0fd.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 January, 2013, 11:38:06 pm
Quote from: iainj837 on 25 January, 2013, 05:43:26 pm
My Touring and commuter


(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/DawesKaraKum002_zps356fa0fd.jpg)

That looks a lot like the Edinbrough Bicycle Coop bike my mate just bought off my dad
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8416751561_66714d594a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/)
P1160185 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 26 January, 2013, 07:10:03 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 25 January, 2013, 11:38:06 pm
Quote from: iainj837 on 25 January, 2013, 05:43:26 pm
My Touring and commuter


(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/DawesKaraKum002_zps356fa0fd.jpg)

That looks a lot like the Edinbrough Bicycle Coop bike my mate just bought off my dad
I bought it back in 2009 from The Bicycle Chain, Bridgwater, Somerset
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 January, 2013, 08:10:42 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8416751561_66714d594a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/)
P1160185 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Ooh ooh - whassitlike? These are (I think) £300? New, anyway. It sounds suspiciously cheap but I've read some good things. I'm interested in your opinion, as it's a bike I'd like to recommend to a couple of people who are thinking of getting into cycling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 January, 2013, 08:45:38 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
Trek Madone 4.5

Very nice! Looks like an excellent fast audax machine. 600 km kit in that?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 09:53:13 pm
Quote from: Paul on 26 January, 2013, 08:10:42 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

...

Ooh ooh - whassitlike? These are (I think) £300? New, anyway. It sounds suspiciously cheap but I've read some good things. I'm interested in your opinion, as it's a bike I'd like to recommend to a couple of people who are thinking of getting into cycling.

I haven't be on it yet - got home from Reading Decathlon late this afternoon, then had to go out again.   :-\   Hopefully, I'll take it for a spin tomorrow am.

Yes £299.  Looks good to me.  Sora front mech, 2300 rear (I think), triple chainset (50-39-30). Rack mount frame threads was a nice surprise (though may not use them). b'twin branded wheels/tyres 700x23C (100-115psi).  Apparently it's worth checking the grease in hubs at the outset.
Have you see this...  http://www.cyclingscotland.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Triban-3-Review.pdf
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 26 January, 2013, 10:23:25 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.

That looks fast mister!  Nice.  What made you go for that over the Domane?  (I'm looking at both - even though I am banned from more bikes, but I have a significant birthday this year and I think I deserve a bit of carbon bling!). 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 26 January, 2013, 10:34:59 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.

Nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 26 January, 2013, 10:35:52 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 09:53:13 pm
Quote from: Paul on 26 January, 2013, 08:10:42 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8416751561_66714d594a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/)
P1160185 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Ooh ooh - whassitlike? These are (I think) £300? New, anyway. It sounds suspiciously cheap but I've read some good things. I'm interested in your opinion, as it's a bike I'd like to recommend to a couple of people who are thinking of getting into cycling.

I haven't be on it yet - got home from Reading Decathlon late this afternoon, then had to go out again.   :-\   Hopefully, I'll take it for a spin tomorrow am.

Yes £299.  Looks good to me.  Sora front mech, 2300 rear (I think), triple chainset (50-39-30). Rack mount frame threads was a nice surprise (though may not use them). b'twin branded wheels/tyres 700x23C (100-115psi).  Apparently it's worth checking the grease in hubs at the outset.
Have you see this...  http://www.cyclingscotland.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Triban-3-Review.pdf

Heard a lot of good things about them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 10:37:32 pm
I couldn't cope with the difference between how Fabian's Domane looks in H1 geo, and what it looks like with the endurance geo. I'm sure it's perfect for audax, but with the towering headtube, the short top tube, the gappy rear triangle and the bent back front dropouts, the Domane looks like a Dutch bike with drops that's been ridden into a wall. I can't look at one online without wanting to adjust my monitor's aspect ratio.

All that, but really just that the Madone 4.5 has the Radioshack Leopard Trek colour scheme (which allows me to channel Jens), so I coveted it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 26 January, 2013, 10:39:26 pm
Fair enough - I am also leaning toward Madone at the moment (though yet to actually get to the point of test riding etc.) - basically if I get something bling, then I want fast (looking!) bling
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 27 January, 2013, 10:47:33 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.
I am glad to see I am not the only one with mudguards on a road bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 27 January, 2013, 11:37:15 am
Quote from: iainj837 on 27 January, 2013, 10:47:33 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.
I am glad to see I am not the only one with mudguards on a road bike

I too have mudgaurds on a Trek with " insufficient" clearance.The original intention was to have them onboard during the winter months to keep the skog&cowshit off my backside but they have remained in situ for a couple of years now:ftw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 27 January, 2013, 02:04:47 pm
nice bike DrMekon, i hope you didn't crush the eggs setting up the photo. i like riding racing bikes for their responsiveness and efficiency - the thrill more than compensates a small sacrifice in comfort, when compared to "endurance" bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 27 January, 2013, 02:15:08 pm
A few more pics (click for full res.) of the Triban 3 - don't worry probably the last...  ;)

Went out for a spin this am, very good feel to bike - loads of fun.  Decathlon set it up very nicely as the gear shifting was excellent, all I did was adjust saddle height.
 
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8193/8419192627_57209942ea_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419192627/)
P1160190 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419192627/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8046/8419191035_81402dd36c_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419191035/)
P1160195 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419191035/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8085/8419196705_5d685e852a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419196705/)
P1160196 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419196705/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

edit. Oops - I'd taken the front wheel off to check cone spanner sizes, can anyone spot my slight 'reassembly blunder' (re brakes) in this pic above..?

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8333/8419193913_4f0ddca2db_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419193913/)
P1160192 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8419193913/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8506/8420294612_664afc5df5_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8420294612/)
P1160193 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8420294612/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 27 January, 2013, 02:24:24 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 27 January, 2013, 02:15:08 pm
Decathlon set it up very nicely as the gear shifting was excellent, all I did was adjust saddle height.
Why is the brake QR on the rear done up but the one on the front undone?  Just one of my "little things" that I spot regularly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 27 January, 2013, 02:25:53 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 27 January, 2013, 02:24:24 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 27 January, 2013, 02:15:08 pm
Decathlon set it up very nicely as the gear shifting was excellent, all I did was adjust saddle height.
Why is the brake QR on the rear done up but the one on the front undone?  Just one of my "little things" that I spot regularly.

Well done...  that was my mistake...    :)

Quote
edit. Oops - I'd taken the front wheel off to check cone spanner sizes etc, can anyone spot my slight 'reassembly blunder' (re brakes) in this pic above..?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 27 January, 2013, 06:25:06 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8416751561_66714d594a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/)
P1160185 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Very nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 27 January, 2013, 07:48:19 pm
changed the cassette and rear mech on my audax/"fast" bike. it's been hibernating since last september, can't wait to take it out on a decent ride!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YAABwPgn9Hw/UQWBeVnZgBI/AAAAAAAACqU/wZzbMHJ58I0/s640/IMG_0835.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: disrail on 28 January, 2013, 03:32:25 am
Some Pics of the Fleet, From slow to fast.......


Dawes Horizon. Great solid and reliable Sora equiped bike that saw me through my first 200km and from Dunkirk to Dubrovnik over 3 months
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-H7L_q8viSpA/UQXsvzRA5UI/AAAAAAAAAyY/KqqXMYYMw9E/s640/297999_10150764481830096_4667177_n.jpg)

Condor Fratello. The most amazing, versatile bike, from Audax to long distance TTs to road racing. This bike has done it all with a certain degree of comfort. Only the frame remains now, with Sram Rival and a longer stem slammed down to be the same dimmensions as my race bike.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vK8SkB4rUaQ/UQXsvuHu6UI/AAAAAAAAAyY/vqnTKiCYwg8/s604/10219_292141765095_6871849_n.jpg)


Harry Quinn 1970s fixed. Frame picked up from a garage sale mid way through a DIY 300!! I didn't take it then and there, but collected later. Use it for club TTs as I vowed not to get into the expensive world of buying a PB. This is my baseline bike and good enough for a 24.16 on a slow course...  (I also couriered on it for a week with a 88 inch gear, whilst my langster [RIP] was out of order due to catastrophic crank failure.....https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZbkRVQquKXo/TETGfUowgxI/AAAAAAAAALI/QRrAUjF7Vm0/s640/P1012976.JPG (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZbkRVQquKXo/TETGfUowgxI/AAAAAAAAALI/QRrAUjF7Vm0/s640/P1012976.JPG)


(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Kw-vRCDat9M/S7svUCeuW2I/AAAAAAAAAHo/FtzUXgzwCW8/s640/P1012763.JPG)


Felt F3 2011. And finally the race bike. Added Planet-X 50mm tubular wheels just for racing which brings it just below 7kg and found this bike amazing. It feels like a rocket accelerating. I immediately noticed that my pacelining changed with me surging when coming to the front (not desirable!) as the whole bike was that much more responsive to input than the Fratello. I really had to focus on keeping cadence rather than measuring the amount of extra force needed...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yE_FSUqigm0/UQXsw8oyYgI/AAAAAAAAAyY/niJuS2igh4A/s640/325293_10151286456240096_690242152_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 28 January, 2013, 09:55:04 am
Quote from: zigzag on 27 January, 2013, 07:48:19 pm
changed the cassette and rear mech on my audax/"fast" bike. it's been hibernating since last september, can't wait to take it out on a decent ride!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YAABwPgn9Hw/UQWBeVnZgBI/AAAAAAAACqU/wZzbMHJ58I0/s640/IMG_0835.jpg)
That'll be a bit quicker than the hybrid you did that 8h Cambridge 200km on.

Are you doing LEL on that? We should talk schedules.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 January, 2013, 10:15:26 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.
I have pointed out this photo to everyone at home. Not so much for the bike (nice though it is) as for the position. "This is what kitchen worktops are for, you see."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 January, 2013, 10:46:31 am
I think DrMekon is brave.  Foolhardy but brave all the same  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 January, 2013, 11:07:22 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 28 January, 2013, 10:15:26 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 January, 2013, 08:39:58 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8074/8418117068_af3e05df6f_z.jpg)

Trek Madone 4.5, Duotrap&ANT+HR into Node2.1, Crud roadracers, Ortlieb large saddlebag with my 600km kit in. Still got to fit my Spa Nidd, but it's getting close to what I was after.
I have pointed out this photo to everyone at home. Not so much for the bike (nice though it is) as for the position. "This is what kitchen worktops are for, you see."

Excellent Bunny-Hop onto the worktop.  Danny McCaskill would be proud.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 28 January, 2013, 11:11:50 am
Nice bike. But where is the Marmite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JenM on 28 January, 2013, 11:14:11 am
Egg box as stabiliser for the back wheel? - I suppose they can always be scrambled!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 28 January, 2013, 11:57:14 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 28 January, 2013, 09:55:04 am
That'll be a bit quicker than the hybrid you did that 8h Cambridge 200km on.

Are you doing LEL on that? We should talk schedules.

hi! i've done quite a few long rides on it in last two years, but i don't have lel on my list this year. yes, this bike is quicker than the hybrid, but not by a big margin - it only feels much quicker.

..and, riding a bike is an expression of freedom - why constrain yourself with schedules ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 28 January, 2013, 01:06:04 pm
It's the sleeping that I have to schedule - hoping to go sub 80h (how the F did Oranj do 63!), so won't have much time for sleep at my meagre pace.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 January, 2013, 01:25:28 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 28 January, 2013, 11:11:50 am
Nice bike. But where is the Marmite?

I was thinking the same...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 28 January, 2013, 08:23:44 pm
Quote from: iainj837 on 27 January, 2013, 06:25:06 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 26 January, 2013, 07:01:02 pm
First (non-tourer) road bike... Decathlon Triban 3;  the just got it home photo.  I need to lose one of the water bottles to fix my pump on.  The lights were a freebee with the bike. 

...
P1160185 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8416751561/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Very nice

Looks like I need to ditch those 'leather elbow' spoke reflectors though...  just checked the cool wall.   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 29 January, 2013, 03:25:32 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 27 January, 2013, 07:48:19 pm
changed the cassette and rear mech on my audax/"fast" bike. it's been hibernating since last september, can't wait to take it out on a decent ride!

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YAABwPgn9Hw/UQWBeVnZgBI/AAAAAAAACqU/wZzbMHJ58I0/s640/IMG_0835.jpg)

What's the gearing on this bike? The chainrings look smaller than standard road components, and the cassette has a wide range (?). Maybe something around a 46t chainring?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 29 January, 2013, 11:15:22 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 29 January, 2013, 03:25:32 pm
What's the gearing on this bike? The chainrings look smaller than standard road components, and the cassette has a wide range (?). Maybe something around a 46t chainring?

it's 42/34 and 11-28, a setup for non-competitive cycling (bigger chainrings in spares box). aero bars for an alternative hands position and headwinds.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 31 January, 2013, 10:06:18 am
Son of Oscar the Ribble in the kitchen drying out after riding through floods last night and on Sunday.  He has been up to his dyno-hub in water and the garage is too damp to facilitate proper drying:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BSU1HLTIwMTMwMTMxLTAwMDUyLmpwZw.jpg)

The Marmite is the special edition blended with gold flecks:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BSU1HLTIwMTMwMTMxLTAwMDUzLmpwZw.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 31 January, 2013, 10:30:11 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 31 January, 2013, 10:06:18 am
...

The picture is still not fully compliant despite the Marmite.  You're also meant to have your kettle visible.

HTH
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 31 January, 2013, 10:34:45 am
 ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 31 January, 2013, 11:55:08 am
I'm with Oaky on that one and, I venture to add … a pair of undercrackers drying alongside the teatowels would, I feel, lead one to believe that here before us is "One of the guys, a decent chap!"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:15:14 pm
It's finished! No Marmite, no wet knickers, sorry.

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/DSC01623_zpsc1a3f071.jpg)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/DSC01621_zpsc8692601.jpg)

Racelight Tk3, Ultegra 6603, Shimano RS10 wheels, Krylion Carbon 25c tyres, Ritchey Pro bars, stem & seatpost, Fizik Arione saddle and matching bartape, blue blingy bits from Token, Jagwire and A2Z.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2013, 01:19:45 pm
Lovely! Good choice of background for the photo too. But - are you going to put any spokes in the wheels? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:20:32 pm
TimC - wanna give it a spin tomorrow morning - we're heading your way following this route (http://bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=497196).  You could ride back to Witham with us, join us for brekkie at Wetherspoons and then ride home.  We're leaving Witham at 0700 and anticipate being back in Witham by 1030hrs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:25:15 pm
Oh bugger - that would be great, but I'm whisking Mrs C off to Bury in the morning for a rare kid-free weekend out!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:26:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2013, 01:19:45 pm
Lovely! Good choice of background for the photo too. But - are you going to put any spokes in the wheels? ;)

Nope. Ride on air, me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:27:23 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:25:15 pm
Oh bugger - that would be great, but I'm whisking Mrs C off to Bury in the morning for a rare kid-free weekend out!

No sweat, another time  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:30:24 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:27:23 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:25:15 pm
Oh bugger - that would be great, but I'm whisking Mrs C off to Bury in the morning for a rare kid-free weekend out!

No sweat, another time  :thumbsup:

It's possible I could meet you in Bures as she will be in the waxists about then, but it would be a fleeting meeting!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:33:56 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:30:24 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:27:23 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:25:15 pm
Oh bugger - that would be great, but I'm whisking Mrs C off to Bury in the morning for a rare kid-free weekend out!

No sweat, another time  :thumbsup:

It's possible I could meet you in Bures as she will be in the waxists about then, but it would be a fleeting meeting!

Sure, I think we'll be flying through Bures at about 0830 - 0900.  Is that too early?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2013, 02:41:41 pm
Nice - v good frames, those, by all accounts.

Did you choose it to match your Garmin 800?  :P

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 03:33:23 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:33:56 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:30:24 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 February, 2013, 01:27:23 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 01:25:15 pm
Oh bugger - that would be great, but I'm whisking Mrs C off to Bury in the morning for a rare kid-free weekend out!

No sweat, another time  :thumbsup:

It's possible I could meet you in Bures as she will be in the waxists about then, but it would be a fleeting meeting!

Sure, I think we'll be flying through Bures at about 0830 - 0900.  Is that too early?

It may be, actually. I'll see!

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 01 February, 2013, 02:41:41 pm
Nice - v good frames, those, by all accounts.

Did you choose it to match your Garmin 800?  :P



No - I ordered it before Mrs C bought me the 800! She chose the 800 to match the frame...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 01 February, 2013, 05:00:00 pm
You need to put only this in your waterbottles from now on  ;D

(http://images.mysupermarket.co.uk/Products_1000/86/008486.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 February, 2013, 05:14:06 pm
You saying I'm a bike tart? That's what she says! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 February, 2013, 05:34:15 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 01 February, 2013, 05:00:00 pm
You need to put only this in your waterbottles from now on  ;D

(http://images.mysupermarket.co.uk/Products_1000/86/008486.jpg)
Does that make you pee blue? Or is it the stuff they use on adverts for nappies and sanitary towels?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 03 February, 2013, 06:52:55 am
Nice job on the 'guards, good line.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 03 February, 2013, 03:40:01 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 03 February, 2013, 06:52:55 am
Nice job on the 'guards, good line.

Thanks. They're not perfect, but a fettle next week to adjust various bits will fix that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 05 February, 2013, 02:08:13 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8515/8447944436_bf26913a39_z.jpg)
Clean bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/8447944436/)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8227/8447944754_d9e79610fa_z.jpg)
Rear mech. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/8447944754/)

Quite a few new parts on this now. Trying a few things out, like the tri-bars. New front light for during the day charging of stuff. New rear wheel, rear mech. A good clean, service of the brakes, new chain set. Lots of bits were getting worn out at once.

This is now in LEL mode, I'll be doing my training on this. I just need to sort out the luggage carrying part.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
And is your "new front light for during the day charging of stuff" a Luxos U?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 03:02:40 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
If it's what I think it is, it's a 34T cog.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2013, 03:23:06 pm
Quote from: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 03:02:40 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
If it's what I think it is, it's a 34T cog.

I think you're right, I've got one.  They are excellent, my only criticism is the the big jump between the largest and second largest cog.  But, if you want 34T on an 8-speed cassette I think its your only option.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 03:29:44 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2013, 03:23:06 pm
Quote from: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 03:02:40 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
If it's what I think it is, it's a 34T cog.

I think you're right, I've got one.  They are excellent, my only criticism is the the big jump between the largest and second largest cog.  But, if you want 34T on an 8-speed cassette I think its your only option.
I think it's one of those things that Works In Context, in the sense that you've got a bunch of 'regular' gears with the bottom gear as a bailout. This was the sort of thing that I'd probably have done before I became a fully paid-up member of the Order Of The Canned Gear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 February, 2013, 03:30:39 pm
nice bike and sensible gears, i especially like the 34t rear sprocket as i used one myself and it came in handy on a numerous steep climbs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2013, 03:34:26 pm
A 34T rear sprocket is particularly useful when used with a triple chain ring whose granny gear has 24T.  Riding up the side of a house (or the equivalent) suddenly isn't a problem any more  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 05 February, 2013, 03:35:46 pm
Good setup hulver

That sprocket is enormous - but does make a lot of sense.  It's good to have something there to bail into when needs be.  I hardly ever use my 26T inner chainring - but when I do, I am rather pleased it's there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 05 February, 2013, 03:44:54 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
And is your "new front light for during the day charging of stuff" a Luxos U?

34, and I've compared it to a dinner plate myself.  ;D

The light is a Axa Nano 50 Plus, with built in USB socket for charging. I think I'm going to use it to charge a cache battery, which I'll use to charge other devices, as the charging apparently only starts above 15kmh. I've not tested that part yet.

It's set up on a rather cumbersome handle bar mount, as I couldn't mount it on the fork due to it getting tangled up in the gear cables.

Quote from: marcusjb on 05 February, 2013, 03:35:46 pm
Good setup hulver

That sprocket is enormous - but does make a lot of sense.  It's good to have something there to bail into when needs be.  I hardly ever use my 26T inner chainring - but when I do, I am rather pleased it's there!

Yes, it's my bail out gear. I don't use it unless I'm going slowly up a steep hill.

It's an eight speed cassette, but I've only got a 7 speed shifter, so access to the 11t sprocket is denied to me :). Works well though, I just need to do a bit of tension adjustment. What worked on the workstand, chattered a bit under load, and the shifting is a bit of a pain. Fiddled with it, but it still needs a bit of adjustment.

The tri-bars seem ok, it's my first experience with them. I did wonder, as I switched to them at 50kmh downhill, if that was perhaps the best time to use them for the first time ever, but it worked out ok.  ;D
It's more for comfort than any aero advantage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 04:06:38 pm
Quote from: hulver on 05 February, 2013, 03:44:54 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 February, 2013, 03:01:11 pm
You could eat your dinner off that! And it looks like you do.  :D

How many teeth on that mega cog?
And is your "new front light for during the day charging of stuff" a Luxos U?

34, and I've compared it to a dinner plate myself.  ;D
Have a look at the SRAM XX1 cassette1 - biggest sprocket is 42T(!). Not so much a dinner plate as an entire place setting.

It'll also cost you £330 (no, that's not a typo)

1 - http://www.sram.com/sram/mountain/products/sram-xx1-cassette
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2013, 04:09:42 pm
^^^ Good grief  :o  What sort of hill would you need one of those on?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 05 February, 2013, 04:11:25 pm
What IZ failed to mention is that the XX1 on has one chainring at the front (and SRAM plan it to always be that way).

So a nice range, but not as many steps as say a triple with a MTB chainset.  Or a road triple with a MTB cassette.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2013, 04:12:21 pm
OK, that makes sense.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 04:13:47 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 05 February, 2013, 04:11:25 pm
What IZ failed to mention is that the XX1 on has one chainring at the front (and SRAM plan it to always be that way).
This is very true, but then I didn't mention it because I was fairly confident that once people noticed the pricetag of the cassette they'd lose interest fairly quickly :) (the pricing of the other components is also suitably insane - the whole groupset will set you back somewhere north of a grand)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 February, 2013, 04:15:51 pm
That's a biggie.  I remember when 38t was not unusual on an ATB.  But that was 5/6 speed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 04:18:54 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 February, 2013, 04:15:51 pm
That's a biggie.  I remember when 38t was not unusual on an ATB.  But that was 5/6 speed.
Yep - one of the guys I worked with when I was at University had a touring bike with a Suntour Alpine 14-38T freewheel on it; not sure if it was 5 or 6 speed. Think he used a Simplex rear mech, since that was the only one that could handle shifting up onto the big sprocket, although Suntour did do dedicated rear mechs (Suntour AG, if memory serves - the AG standing for Alpine Gearing or somesuch)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 February, 2013, 05:39:16 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 05 February, 2013, 04:11:25 pm
What IZ failed to mention is that the XX1 on has one chainring at the front (and SRAM plan it to always be that way).

So a nice range, but not as many steps as say a triple with a MTB chainset.  Or a road triple with a MTB cassette.

i was using 1x7 and 1x8 setup for about five years now, good to see major manufacturers are starting to understand the benefits of such transmission ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 05 February, 2013, 05:43:00 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 05 February, 2013, 05:39:16 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 05 February, 2013, 04:11:25 pm
What IZ failed to mention is that the XX1 on has one chainring at the front (and SRAM plan it to always be that way).

So a nice range, but not as many steps as say a triple with a MTB chainset.  Or a road triple with a MTB cassette.

i was using 1x7 and 1x8 setup for about five years now, good to see major manufacturers are starting to understand the benefits of such transmission ;)
I've been running 1x11* for at least 18 months ;D

* - gears-inna-can, obviously.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 February, 2013, 05:33:05 pm
I'd read about the SRAM XX1 and been interested in a wondering-if-it-would-work-with-a-double way, as I have a vague plan - just a daydream, really - of building a touring bike with double chainset, as I've decided I prefer them to triples. I hadn't got as far as checking the price. Oh well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 06 February, 2013, 05:44:58 pm
The Suntour AG freewheel was 5sp 14-38t. The 2nd largest cog was a 28t. Suntour AG mechs were designed for the 38t cog, as was the Huret Duopar derailleur. The Shimano Triple Plate mech coped easily too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 February, 2013, 05:58:13 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 06 February, 2013, 05:33:05 pm
I'd read about the SRAM XX1 and been interested in a wondering-if-it-would-work-with-a-double way, as I have a vague plan - just a daydream, really - of building a touring bike with double chainset, as I've decided I prefer them to triples. I hadn't got as far as checking the price. Oh well.

Sram say not as the chainring is sepcially designed to prevent the chain coming off (IIRC the teeth are slightly hooked or such like in a way which would make shifting at the front impossible)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:07:17 pm
That doesn't make any sense.  What do they mean 'designed to prevent the chain coming off'?  Of course it has to come off - to change sprocket!  The angles on a single ring would be greater than for a double, or even triple, and the shape of the sprockets will have no effect at the front, where it's just a chain going by.

I scent bullshit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 06 February, 2013, 06:13:55 pm
Longer teeth.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 February, 2013, 06:14:00 pm
Exactly, LWaB, it doesn't affect the rear shifting as it's a chainring thang.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 06 February, 2013, 06:17:13 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:07:17 pm
I scent bullshit.
I believe the word you're looking for is 'marketing'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:17:49 pm
So any normal chainset would work just fine.  Next!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:18:30 pm
Quote from: interzen on 06 February, 2013, 06:17:13 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:07:17 pm
I scent bullshit.
I believe the word you're looking for is 'marketing'.


Thank you.  So hard to tell the difference sometimes. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 06 February, 2013, 06:34:38 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:18:30 pm
Quote from: interzen on 06 February, 2013, 06:17:13 pm
Quote from: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 06:07:17 pm
I scent bullshit.
I believe the word you're looking for is 'marketing'.


Thank you.  So hard to tell the difference sometimes. ;D

This month's Cycle includes a short review of the Sram XX1, and suggests that the front chainring has extra-deep teeth to prevent accidental unshipping of the chain. As there's no need or intention for the groupset to have front shifting, it's actually quite a desirable feature. I await reports of how well it works in practice.

Edit: of course, there is no reason why it couldn't be used with conventional chainrings and a front shifter if even lower gearing was required!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 February, 2013, 08:44:52 pm
Or more efficient chainline.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 February, 2013, 09:59:37 pm
Yep. However, when/if I come to look for such a thing, I shall look elsewhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 09 February, 2013, 05:17:52 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8086/8419085603_2963aaccf4.jpg)N+1 for me :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: off macb of this very parish
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 09 February, 2013, 05:22:47 pm
An impeccable choice, if you ask me ;)  :thumbsup:

My ideal next purchase is a CrossCheck .... or possibly a Moonlander ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 February, 2013, 07:50:59 am
Current re-incarnation of my Bob Jackson

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8466621539_96334d07e9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8466621539/)
P2109163a (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8466621539/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 February, 2013, 03:05:09 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 09 February, 2013, 05:17:52 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8086/8419085603_2963aaccf4.jpg)N+1 for me :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: off macb of this very parish

I'm so glad it found a good home.  It's a lovely looking bike and you've saved me having leg-extension surgery so I could ride it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 12 February, 2013, 03:08:53 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 12 February, 2013, 03:05:09 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 09 February, 2013, 05:17:52 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8086/8419085603_2963aaccf4.jpg)N+1 for me :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: off macb of this very parish

I'm so glad it found a good home.  It's a lovely looking bike and you've saved me having leg-extension surgery so I could ride it.
It's a CrossCheck, therefore it is pure awesome fashioned out of iron pipes :) (fortunately for my bank balance it was too big for me, too)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 12 February, 2013, 06:21:01 pm
Quote from: windy on 12 February, 2013, 07:50:59 am
Current re-incarnation of my Bob Jackson

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8466621539_96334d07e9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8466621539/)
P2109163a (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8466621539/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Ace looking bike. My sort of thing.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iainj837 on 12 February, 2013, 11:00:50 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 09 February, 2013, 05:17:52 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8086/8419085603_2963aaccf4.jpg)N+1 for me :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: off macb of this very parish
Lovely bike and I like the angle of the butterfly bars, mine are more upright I wonder if I could do the same with mine on my KaraKum
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 14 February, 2013, 09:46:55 pm
The car went for MOT & service today, so I needed to chuck a bike in the back of the car to get 2 miles from the garage to work & back. Which was the perfect chance to give the Daewoo Shuttle an airing  :smug::

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/daewoo_zps2bf3cf97.jpg)

(I work, just across the road from the end of this shared-use path - less than 100 metres from here).  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2013, 09:50:29 pm
Is your stem a wee bit bent?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 14 February, 2013, 09:58:14 pm
As it should be - if it was straight, I'd bang my knees on the bars.  ;D

It's a very short wheel-base bike with a telescopic seatpost and fold-down handlebar stem - an alternative to a folding bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 February, 2013, 10:01:01 pm
I can't work out the steering geometry.  I guess it works OK, but it looks very Wrong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 14 February, 2013, 10:07:38 pm
There's a few more views on my website (http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~talizmar/xntrick/daewoo.htm). It's quite scary on uneven ground because of the very short wheel-base and the steering is quite twitchy.  :-\

Fortunately, I'm used to bikes with quirky handling.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 14 February, 2013, 10:49:36 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 14 February, 2013, 10:07:38 pm
There's a few more views on my website (http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~talizmar/xntrick/daewoo.htm). It's quite scary on uneven ground because of the very short wheel-base and the steering is quite twitchy.  :-\

You should have put a warning on that post for NSTN. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 15 February, 2013, 08:11:28 am
Quote from: Wobbly John on 14 February, 2013, 09:46:55 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/daewoo_zps2bf3cf97.jpg)

That reminds me of Martin Staines' Elenith BMX machine - here (http://kidderminsterctc.smugmug.com/Audax-Events/The-Elenith/2292089_cLqdsr/123786315_PW9hW#!i=123787977&k=T8KStBt)

I've not seen one before, I like the simplicity of the idea even if it looks a bit odd - though not as odd as your velocino (http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~talizmar/xntrick/velocino.htm).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 20 February, 2013, 03:14:22 pm
http://i1016.photobucket.com/albums/af285/irish_bill/The%20Bike/IMG_4348.jpg 
muh babeh :) Dawes Vantage

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 20 February, 2013, 05:31:50 pm
Nice bike, nice lake and welcome to you!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 20 February, 2013, 06:45:30 pm
Thank you :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 20 February, 2013, 07:48:45 pm
That picture says a lot about cycling really, welcome!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 20 February, 2013, 11:12:06 pm
Welcome to the forum and yes they are lovely bikes. Unfortunately I killed mine :(

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-56_kj7x70DU/TqbuYGOe4FI/AAAAAAAAAnQ/bVcTPVnPgTU/s640/IMG_0161.JPG)

RIP
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 21 February, 2013, 10:27:39 am
Thanks for the welcomes chaps.
Sorry to hear about the death of your vantage mcshroom, a sad loss.
Mine's still a virgin in that I haven't taken her touring yet but I'm hoping to fix that this year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 February, 2013, 09:08:10 pm
Nice new (well, second hand, but lightly used) Roberts Roughstuff for me. It feels less like a new bike, and more like the progression of an idea, all the way back to the bike I first toured on, built upon a crappy old hi-ten Diamondback:

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3273/2811015215_269a94066c_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/2811015215/)

Then the Peugeot which replaced it:

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3039/3404731029_6b47c2d781_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/3404731029/)

Then the Orange (to replace the Peugeot when that broke at the seat tube):

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5134/5547815459_8ee7e36b80_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/5547815459/)

Then sold the Orange frame ( it was a bit small, though I put a fair few miles into it) and had the Peugeot repaired:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7158/6388794369_323fd3bb93_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/6388794369/)

And here it is. For want of a more dramatic backdrop, it's at Whessoe Pond. Mind you, it's already been to Quebec (http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?x=418250&y=543660&z=120&sv=418250,543660&st=4&ar=y&mapp=map.srf&searchp=ids.srf&dn=807&ax=418250&ay=543660&lm=0) ;)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8386/8500619873_50a5a6cb5d_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/30024450@N04/8500619873/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 February, 2013, 09:24:39 pm
Looks good.

What's going on with the gear lever?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 February, 2013, 09:27:23 pm
I fitted them the wrong way round ;D

I'll fix them. Soon. Ish. Honest.

Or do you mean the colour? The coverings have fallen off through tough use, so I re-covered them with Sugru. The other side's black.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 23 February, 2013, 09:31:12 pm
i like the tidy head tube / stem interface - it gives an impression that the bike is custom designed for you!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 23 February, 2013, 09:37:13 pm
It's got gears :o

It certainly looks fit for purpose :thumbsup:
& that red will make it very fast.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:00 pm
Awful colour. Hate it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:58 pm
I didn't think Roberts made disc braked tourers. Useful looking machine - I hope you have many happy miles on it!

No steerer to play with but if the bike fits you, and the drop to the bars looks similar to that on your other bikes, there is nothing wrong with that. Plenty of leeway with a change of stem if the need ever arose. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 February, 2013, 09:45:31 pm
Quote from: Deano on 23 February, 2013, 09:27:23 pm
I fitted them the wrong way round ;D

That's brilliant ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 February, 2013, 10:02:01 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:58 pm
I didn't think Roberts made disc braked tourers. Useful looking machine - I hope you have many happy miles on it!

No steerer to play with but if the bike fits you, and the drop to the bars looks similar to that on your other bikes, there is nothing wrong with that. Plenty of leeway with a change of stem if the need ever arose.

It's a bit more upright than my other bikes, but not so much that it's an issue. I use the drops more, that's about it.

I was waiting to get a Surly Disc Trucker built up like yours, SP, but this was too good to resist.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 23 February, 2013, 10:18:31 pm
That's a very pretty bike, I like.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 February, 2013, 10:27:26 pm
Love the red  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 February, 2013, 10:59:52 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:00 pm
Awful colour. Hate it.

<Marvin>

 . . . Can't bear oceans . . .

</Marvin>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 23 February, 2013, 11:04:12 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 23 February, 2013, 10:59:52 pm
Quote from: Lindagordinho on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:00 pm
Awful colour. Hate it.

<Marvin>

 . . . Can't bear oceans . . .

</Marvin>

<Marvin>

                  People are always buggering off over oceans ...
       

                                                                </Marvin>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 23 February, 2013, 11:08:18 pm
<Mary Fucking Poppins>

And then sending back postcards with exciting bridges, and interestingly furrin toothrotting comestibles, and meeting tigers leopards, and then coming back with all The Good Stories.

</Mary Fucking Poppins>
 
;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 February, 2013, 11:10:29 am
I like the colour (and the whole look of the bike) but it looks orange to me, not red.  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 25 February, 2013, 06:00:55 pm
Quote from: Deano on 23 February, 2013, 10:02:01 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 23 February, 2013, 09:39:58 pm
I didn't think Roberts made disc braked tourers. Useful looking machine - I hope you have many happy miles on it!

No steerer to play with but if the bike fits you, and the drop to the bars looks similar to that on your other bikes, there is nothing wrong with that. Plenty of leeway with a change of stem if the need ever arose.

It's a bit more upright than my other bikes, but not so much that it's an issue. I use the drops more, that's about it.

I was waiting to get a Surly Disc Trucker built up like yours, SP, but this was too good to resist.

Was this the one on the CTC forum a few weeks back, seem to remember it had odd dims... short TT or some such. Same colour and discs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 25 February, 2013, 06:04:52 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 February, 2013, 11:10:29 am
I like the colour (and the whole look of the bike) but it looks orange to me, not red.  ???
I'm failing to see how that could a problem ;)
I'd check your monitor settings, though - it definitely looks red to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 25 February, 2013, 08:46:35 pm
Quote from: yo stumpy on 25 February, 2013, 06:00:55 pm
Was this the one on the CTC forum a few weeks back, seem to remember it had odd dims... short TT or some such. Same colour and discs.

That's it. Looked really odd in the photos, but it fits me alright.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 25 February, 2013, 08:48:31 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 February, 2013, 11:10:29 am
I like the colour (and the whole look of the bike) but it looks orange to me, not red.  ???

Do you mean the bottom one? What colour does the third one look on your screen?

Nowt wrong with orange, of course, but it be red. Not the richest red, but red.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 February, 2013, 10:25:00 pm
The third one looks a bright orange, the last one a reddy-orange. Or, as it might be, an orangey-red. I reckon the difference is in my eyes, that's all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 25 February, 2013, 10:26:55 pm
Maybe I need an orange bike. The Dave Yates wants a new paint job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 February, 2013, 10:29:56 pm
I think you need a red one.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 25 February, 2013, 10:30:46 pm
;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 February, 2013, 08:12:14 am
Cudzo, I can confirm, having seen that bike at least twice, that it is red, almost fire engine red in fact.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 26 February, 2013, 10:58:34 am
Looks pretty, when are you going to introduce her to your friends?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 26 February, 2013, 11:05:22 am
Quote from: Deano on 25 February, 2013, 10:26:55 pm
Maybe I need an orange bike. The Dave Yates wants a new paint job.
At some point in the very near future, my 1x1 is going to turn orange.
I blame Surly for doing matching decals :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Templogin on 02 March, 2013, 06:11:34 am
(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb177/shetlink/8bc6b4a9ad2dd18bec170e4d36f7f28e.jpg)

Strida SX.

I wear too much make-up and drive a car of which the doors keep falling off.

I have been told that my ass is too small as well.

(http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb177/shetlink/WhoaThere.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 March, 2013, 09:57:43 pm
A rather dreamy shot of my Pinarello.

Since buying it from Revrob it's the only bike I've ridden.  Here it's a couple of hours into a 100 mile ride, at Silchester, Hants.

It's a very deceptive bike, it seems to move along fairly quickly despite being rather comfy and relaxed to ride.

I've bought 2 bikes from forumites and they are both excellent.  Lots of bang for not much buck.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Q_PMBPtGyCU/UTUXuiMYbwI/AAAAAAAAA4o/EtBtU3FJH_w/s640/Pinarello+Silchester+2.jpg)

I'm now a convert to disc brakes, Avid BB7 in this case.  They make so much sense on filthy winter roads.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 04 March, 2013, 10:24:36 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 04 March, 2013, 09:57:43 pm
A rather dreamy shot of my Pinarello.

Since buying it from Revrob it's the only bike I've ridden.  Here it's a couple of hours into a 100 mile ride, at Silchester, Hants.

It's a very deceptive bike, it seems to move along fairly quickly despite being rather comfy and relaxed to ride.

I've bought 2 bikes from forumites and they are both excellent.  Lots of bang for not much buck.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Q_PMBPtGyCU/UTUXuiMYbwI/AAAAAAAAA4o/EtBtU3FJH_w/s640/Pinarello+Silchester+2.jpg)

I'm now a convert to disc brakes, Avid BB7 in this case.  They make so much sense on filthy winter roads.

Comes with a pre-fitted method of posting your brevet card home too ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The French Tandem on 05 March, 2013, 06:07:26 am
Paul,

I'm interested to know what you think about your bull horn bar on long audax rides.
How does it compare to drop bars, regarding long term comfort?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 March, 2013, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: The French Tandem on 05 March, 2013, 06:07:26 am
Paul,

I'm interested to know what you think about your bull horn bar on long audax rides.
How does it compare to drop bars, regarding long term comfort?

I'm a convert to Bull-horns.

I didn't necessarily want them or ask for them, I just got them when I purchased this bike and I love them.  I've only done a max of 100 miles on them (during that ride in fact) but I've never once thought about comfort....that's about the best thing I can say about them. (They are very, very, padded...my guess is triple-wrapped, maybe just double).

They aren't very aero as they are rather wide but that gives lots of leverage for Single-speed climbing.

I don't know what bars they are (ask Revrob) or whether they would suit you but I like them a lot.

Remember, I have 7 bikes, since I bought this bike in November 2012 I haven't ridden any of my other bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 March, 2013, 08:46:36 am
Quote from: mcshroom on 04 March, 2013, 10:24:36 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 04 March, 2013, 09:57:43 pm
A rather dreamy shot of my Pinarello.

Since buying it from Revrob it's the only bike I've ridden.  Here it's a couple of hours into a 100 mile ride, at Silchester, Hants.

It's a very deceptive bike, it seems to move along fairly quickly despite being rather comfy and relaxed to ride.

I've bought 2 bikes from forumites and they are both excellent.  Lots of bang for not much buck.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Q_PMBPtGyCU/UTUXuiMYbwI/AAAAAAAAA4o/EtBtU3FJH_w/s640/Pinarello+Silchester+2.jpg)

I'm now a convert to disc brakes, Avid BB7 in this case.  They make so much sense on filthy winter roads.

Comes with a pre-fitted method of posting your brevet card home too ;D

Don't tell anyone but that's the Silchester Info control.....vital info may be gleaned by zooming-in perhaps.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Martin 14 on 05 March, 2013, 08:57:56 am
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 05 March, 2013, 08:44:40 am
Quote from: The French Tandem on 05 March, 2013, 06:07:26 am
Paul,

I'm interested to know what you think about your bull horn bar on long audax rides.
How does it compare to drop bars, regarding long term comfort?

I'm a convert to Bull-horns.

I didn't necessarily want them or ask for them, I just got them when I purchased this bike and I love them.  I've only done a max of 100 miles on them (during that ride in fact) but I've never once thought about comfort....that's about the best thing I can say about them. (They are very, very, padded...my guess is triple-wrapped, maybe just double).

They aren't very aero as they are rather wide but that gives lots of leverage for Single-speed climbing.

I don't know what bars they are (ask Revrob) or whether they would suit you but I like them a lot.

Remember, I have 7 bikes, since I bought this bike in November 2012 I haven't ridden any of my other bikes.

I quite like the bars, but also combo of brakes :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 March, 2013, 02:04:57 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8535746293_2dd3343f26_z.jpg)

It doesn't often look this clean.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 08 March, 2013, 12:20:35 pm
Have to say, that's lovely Cudzo!  Great colour too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 09 March, 2013, 04:20:15 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8541395239_d694062b23_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8541395239/)
Hanlon Build (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8541395239/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

So, here is my Pat Hanlon project for which I have been collecting components for the last few months it her initial shake down configuration, just off the stand having been built up. The weather is still lousy so I just had a quick 10 minute run up the road and it all feels very promising; it feels agile and quick and the frame has a taut, springy feel to it. When the weather improves I'll go off with a pocket full of tools for an extended fettling session. My intention is to run it through the summer and settle everything down and deal with the cosmetic issues when I take it off the road next autumn - the frame is pretty tatty not to mention pea-green but I can live with it until then. 

Pat Hanlon 1969 Criterium frame with Genetic Cranium alloy headset and Campag BB .
Rigida Chrina rims on Campag NT low flange hubs
N Record Strada cranks 52/42, MKS Track pedals, Cristophe clips and straps
N Record rear derailleur, Gran Sport front mech
Campag Gran Sport callipers

Currently fitted with Milremo stem, no-name bars and Weinmann levers
to be replaced with Mavic stem, Cinelli Criterium bars and Campag levers.
Gipiemme seatpost and butchered B17 to be replaced by Campag twin-bolt seatpost and Brooks Swallow.
5-speed block ex Coventry Eagle 14-28 to be replaced by Maillard 16-20
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 09 March, 2013, 05:45:58 pm
 
Quote
the frame is pretty tatty not to mention pea-green but I can live with it until then. 
I wouldn't normally like green bikes but that, well, that looks just right!
Nice build, that man.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: afl2 on 09 March, 2013, 11:07:44 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 March, 2013, 02:04:57 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8535746293_2dd3343f26_z.jpg)

It doesn't often look this clean.

I have the same bike. keeping it clean is difficult. What are your mudgards??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Toady on 09 March, 2013, 11:35:58 pm
(http://imageshack.us/a/img837/1171/toyshill.jpg)

This is my Dawes.  Pictured at the bottom of Toy's Hill today before I whizzed wheezed up it. 

I bought it for £50 off ebay a couple of years back when I decided to start cycling again.  I didn't want to blow a load of money on something I might not use much, so I thought "this'll do to start with".  It was about 25 years old but on close inspection had been ridden very little and had spent most of that time in a dry garage. 

Since then I've gradually replaced pretty much everything.  Only the frame, stem, handlebars, mudguards and gear shifters remain.  The wheels came from this forum (independently, they don't match).  The gears are Shimano Alivio MTB rear mech and 2300 front mech.  Levers are the original friction levers.  The chainset is stronglight from Spa.  The seatpost is something or other.  I can't remember.  The saddle is my old Brooks B17 from earlier in my life.  The brake levers are similarly anonymous.  Brakes are Tektro dual pivot.  The bar tape is green.  All quite cheap stuff.  It weighs in at 13kg unladen.

It is/was a Dawes Shadow, which was - I think - a basic bottom of the range model.  Frame is Reynold's 500 (plain guage)

It was my 50th this year and I have permission to treat myself to a new bike, but to be honest I don't really want one.  I'd be afraid that I'd spend a load on something I didn't like as much as this.  Maybe I'd love all the new modern stuff, but what you've never had, you don't miss.  I came close to bidding for a Genesis Day One Alfine 11 on ebay last week, but my heart wasn't in it.  This one will do for now.  At least until the new bits wear out.

You can put lipstick on a pig.  It looks quite good, I think.

That's a Garmin GPSMap 60CSx on the bars.  Another bit of antiquated kit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 March, 2013, 11:41:31 pm
Quote from: afl2 on 09 March, 2013, 11:07:44 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 March, 2013, 02:04:57 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8535746293_2dd3343f26_z.jpg)

It doesn't often look this clean.

I have the same bike. keeping it clean is difficult. What are your mudgards??
SKS with an integral mud flap on the front. I think the mud flap makes quite a difference, judging by the mud that collects underneath it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: afl2 on 10 March, 2013, 03:23:36 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 09 March, 2013, 11:41:31 pm
Quote from: afl2 on 09 March, 2013, 11:07:44 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 March, 2013, 02:04:57 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8535746293_2dd3343f26_z.jpg)

It doesn't often look this clean.

I have the same bike. keeping it clean is difficult. What are your mudgards??
SKS with an integral mud flap on the front. I think the mud flap makes quite a difference, judging by the mud that collects underneath it!
Did you modify them??
I have 28mm tyres and the gap is very small.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 March, 2013, 04:54:42 pm
I also have 28mm tyres. I've just measured the guards and they're 47mm wide. They're very tight under the fork crown, to the extent that in the autumn, dead leaves caused sufficient friction for me to have to stop and clear them out, frequently. The back is ok though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 10 March, 2013, 08:05:22 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 09 March, 2013, 04:20:15 pm
So, here is my Pat Hanlon project

Old school. Very nice too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 March, 2013, 07:59:43 am
Quote from: Toady on 09 March, 2013, 11:35:58 pm
This is my Dawes.  Pictured at the bottom of Toy's Hill today ...

That is very nice, a proper bike. 

I too am contemplating a posh bike, it'll be in a couple of years when I've saved up.  I have a good idea what I'd like but I'm worried I won't like the new posh bike better than my existing machines.  There's nothing wrong with my current stable so why fix something that isn't broken?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 11 March, 2013, 12:48:11 pm
A tale with a moral attached, from my dim past.

In the 1990's I raced MTB cross country (too chicken to do downhill and 4X hadn't even been invented then).  I started by buying a mid-range hardtail Marin, returning it after 3 weeks to get the top of the range one(Pine Mountain).  I rode that bike, day in, day out, raced it and generally went everywhere on it.  I loved that bike, even though it was, maybe, slightly too small for me (so that is not a new thing for me).  After a year or so of racing a Marin Mt Vision Pro full suss XC bike came up for sale at the LBS, at a much reduced price (it was September so they were clearing out ready for the new model year).  It was a lovely bike, fast, all the toys and light.  Over the next 10 years I think I rode it about 20 times, tops.  I tried racing on it, but couldn't get on with it, I kept it thinking I would come to love it, but each time I went to the garage to get a bike out, the Pine Mountain would be the one I chose, not the Mt Vision Pro.  Eventually I sold them both(as I switched from off road to on road), but the Pine Mountain is the one I miss.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 March, 2013, 01:09:22 pm
^^^ Exactly.

My two main bikes are a 2004 Claud Butler hard tail MTB which has been roadified and is my "do anything" bike.  Currently it is set up with Marathon Winters.  The other machine is a blue Ribble Winter which I purchased as a frame (£150 with carbon forks) in March 2009.

I'd like to get  this chap (http://www.donhoubicycles.com) to build me a bespoke disc braked audax / light touring steel framed machine that in theory would replace the Ribble.  Thing is I'm not sure what I'd gain as the Ribble was perfectly comfortable when I did a 600 last year and have no doubt I could be longer rides on it e.g. the 2015 PBP.  Still, I'm not rushing into anything so will have plenty of time to mull over all the options.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 11 March, 2013, 02:02:38 pm
Simillarly, I have three bikes;
the Hewitt Cheviot I got in 2005 to replace the frame I damaged in an accident,
the Fixie (actually the British Eagle Touristique) conversion of the frame I damaged and then replaced the forks in 2007.
the Van Nic Yukon purchased in 2011.

Each bike has it's purpose, hewitt - pack horse, fixie - commuting / utility, Van Nic - fast day rides. All three get used however if I am just grabbing a bike to go out the fixie gets picked. I have had this frame since about 1998 when dad got it second hand, it just fits feels wonderfully stable and goes. The Van Nic is great fun, don't get me wrong I'm keeping it, but I need a specific reason to pick it as the bike to take such as needing to ride faster than normal or it is a specific day ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 11 March, 2013, 03:58:17 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 09 March, 2013, 04:20:15 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8541395239_d694062b23_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8541395239/)
Hanlon Build (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8541395239/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr



Nice!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: afl2 on 11 March, 2013, 06:14:32 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 March, 2013, 04:54:42 pm
I also have 28mm tyres. I've just measured the guards and they're 47mm wide. They're very tight under the fork crown, to the extent that in the autumn, dead leaves caused sufficient friction for me to have to stop and clear them out, frequently. The back is ok though.
Thanks
Trying to find the right mudguards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 March, 2013, 10:24:10 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Graces/IMG_2837_zpsf9f509bd.jpg)

My Romany is in there (turquoise), along with Butterfly's Cyclone (Two-tone grey) and one of Crock of Gold's fleet and some other bikes (Mice's Brommie out of shot) ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 March, 2013, 10:40:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 11 March, 2013, 10:24:10 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Graces/IMG_2837_zpsf9f509bd.jpg)

My Romany is in there (turquoise), along with Butterfly's Cyclone (Two-tone grey) and one of Crock of Gold's fleet and some other bikes (Mice's Brommie out of shot) ;D

That looks like a Tour de France crash
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 March, 2013, 11:01:22 pm
We have an identical ironing board! We don't use it much either...  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 March, 2013, 08:29:49 pm
Quote from: clarion on 11 March, 2013, 10:24:10 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/Graces/IMG_2837_zpsf9f509bd.jpg)

Did someone shout "Last one back buys the cake!"?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 12 March, 2013, 09:41:22 pm
Here's my B'Twin Triban 3 in full commuter set up. I've added a pannier rack and SKS raceblades but the best buy has to be the Spa Cycles Nidd saddle - it was comfy from the off!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/20130303_001817_zpsf4c40b29.jpg)

Can't fault the bike. Super value for money.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 March, 2013, 09:24:12 am
Brilliant haydenw - a nice looking set up.  Although I don't have a Decathlon bike I am a big Decathlon fan.  What make is the rack?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 March, 2013, 11:33:30 am
Quote from: haydenw on 12 March, 2013, 09:41:22 pm
Here's my B'Twin Triban 3 in full commuter set up. I've added a pannier rack and SKS raceblades but the best buy has to be the Spa Cycles Nidd saddle - it was comfy from the off!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/20130303_001817_zpsf4c40b29.jpg)

Can't fault the bike. Super value for money.
I've heard lots of good things from various sources about B'Twin bikes, but I'm afraid we have to dock marks for the untidy plastic bag on the floor. We'll forgive the lack of Marmite jar as an oversight, especially as you do have the cranks in line with the down tube.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 13 March, 2013, 08:25:48 pm
I must confess to having seen a significant number of Btwins recently. I think they have been 'discovered'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 13 March, 2013, 08:46:42 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 13 March, 2013, 08:25:48 pm
I must confess to having seen a significant number of Btwins recently. I think they have been 'discovered'.

I think, in particular, the Triban is a real hit for them. Been reviewed exceptionally well.

They do look great. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 March, 2013, 07:02:16 am
A colleague of mine is wanting to get into cycling and is taking himself off to Evans this weekend with a view to getting a £1000 Ride2Work voucher.  I have just emailed him to suggest he looks at the Triband as an alternative.  I think if I was him I would go with the Triband and see if I liked cycling.  If he sets it up like haydenw he'll have a very practical bike as well as one that rides nicely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 March, 2013, 09:23:41 am
Quote from: haydenw on 12 March, 2013, 09:41:22 pm
Here's my B'Twin Triban 3 in full commuter set up. I've added a pannier rack and SKS raceblades but the best buy has to be the Spa Cycles Nidd saddle - it was comfy from the off!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/20130303_001817_zpsf4c40b29.jpg)

Can't fault the bike. Super value for money.

I checked out the Triban last time I was in Decathlon.  It's a lot of bike for the money.  Hat's off to Decathlon.  I like their approach to no-nonsense functional sports gear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 March, 2013, 09:32:38 am
Interesting quote from someone commenting on the Triband 3 review on Cycling Weekly's website ...

Quote
... the wrench at Decathlon told me that the frames were made by Dedacciai in Italy and rebadged, which I was rather dubious about until I saw a review for a bike with the exact same frame reviewed in a magazine, selling for £1,299 and with Dedacciai splattered all over it. The frame set was available for £799 whereas the full Sport 2 was only £499! Must have been one hell of a fork!
...
Title: Using nothing more than a carrier bag full of shopping....
Post by: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 03:18:20 pm
.... swinging from the handlebars, 'A' managed to do this to her beloved Pro CR1
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8528/8561461075_e16f03feec_b.jpg)

That hole's big enough to pop a £2 coin into it, BTW
'Put it in the skip' was the blanket advice offered to 'A'.
I had other ideas....

'You can fix that' said the man from Mclaren's  carbon fibre research lab.(Yes, that Mclaren) And then he told me how.*

Darren of Carbon Bike Solutions (http://www.carboncyclerepairs.co.uk/contact-carbon-bike-solutions-team-carbon-bike_3.html) did this to it, and posted it back to me
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8094/8561460909_cabb244c1d_b.jpg)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8236/8561460839_aa2e956841_b.jpg)

Later that same day, I did this to it:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8085/8562565512_426dc59eb9_b.jpg)

Today, I finished making it into this:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8097/8561460645_3df9879f29_b.jpg)

If it ever stops raining I'll let you know what it rides like.
I fancy it'll be no slouch.


*Thanks SOTR :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 16 March, 2013, 03:53:06 pm
that's a spamtastic resurrection Jurek :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 March, 2013, 06:57:00 pm
i'm more impressed by your paint job, than the repair! now, bottle cages - black? or white? or black on the seat tube and white on the down tube? or other way around? :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 16 March, 2013, 07:40:20 pm
That is pretty amazing. All carbon repairs I have seen hitherto looke like a large band aid has been applied.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 07:52:22 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 16 March, 2013, 06:57:00 pm
i'm more impressed by your paint job, than the repair! now, bottle cages - black? or white? or black on the seat tube and white on the down tube? or other way around? :D

No paint involved.
Really.
I don't do wet medium, I'm an engineer - if I cannot cut it, I am not that interested.
Wet medium is for the artists.....
As a generalisation
I pulled Scott's logo from their website. It was horribly pixellated - so I re-drew it using Adobe Illustrator.
I scaled it up and had a friend in the printing industry print it to vehicle-wrap vinyl.
What you can see in the pic called 'Later that same day' is essentially a big sticker which covers the entire down tube.
Look closely and you'll see the edges of the sticker by the head tube and down by by the bottom bracket.
Easy peasy.
Well... no, not actually - given that the tube changes dimension in all three planes, and you have to accommodate the bottle cage bosses....
It was never going to be a concours job.
But I'm more than happy with the result.
I'm not trying to hide the fact that it has been repaired.
Carbon bottle cages (black) are currently on order. Forza. Same as on the Van Nic.

Right now?
I'm pretty sure it is the lightest of the four bikes I have.
Could do with a spot of dry weather to see how it rides...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 16 March, 2013, 08:00:05 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 07:52:22 pm
But I'm more than happy with the result.
:facepalm: Oh no! There's only one "T" in Scot!   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 08:07:48 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 16 March, 2013, 08:00:05 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 07:52:22 pm
But I'm more than happy with the result.
:facepalm: Oh no! There's only one "T" in Scot!   ;)
:P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 March, 2013, 08:45:09 pm
That's a cracking job, Gromit Jurek.

I doubt anyone will notice the repair, unless you point it out.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 March, 2013, 09:43:31 pm
It is pretty smooth. :thumbsup:

Did the shopping bag just bash into the down tube and do all that damage?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 10:22:28 pm
Carrier bag gets caught in rotating wheel.
Wheel stops rotating.
Rider does not.
Rider  executes a graceful airborne arc....

'A'was lucky to retain her good looks.                                 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 March, 2013, 10:40:42 pm
 :(  :o
Title: Re: Using nothing more than a carrier bag full of shopping....
Post by: PH on 16 March, 2013, 11:00:30 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 03:18:20 pm
Darren of Carbon Bike Solutions (http://www.carboncyclerepairs.co.uk/contact-carbon-bike-solutions-team-carbon-bike_3.html) did this to it, and posted it back to me
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8094/8561460909_cabb244c1d_b.jpg)
*Thanks SOTR :thumbsup:

Neat job and they're next to a cafe that's a control on a couple of Audax.  How long before someone asks if they can do a repair mid ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 March, 2013, 11:05:29 pm
Great job, Jurek  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 March, 2013, 11:06:36 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 16 March, 2013, 07:52:22 pm
I pulled Scott's logo from their website. It was horribly pixellated - so I re-drew it using Adobe Illustrator.
I scaled it up and had a friend in the printing industry print it to vehicle-wrap vinyl.
What you can see in the pic called 'Later that same day' is essentially a big sticker which covers the entire down tube.

Outstanding!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 16 March, 2013, 11:28:38 pm
You are hereby awarded the second ever YACF Order of the Brown Overall.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 March, 2013, 11:40:52 pm
just wondering what item in a shopping bag had caused the damage - a can of baked beans perhaps or some kitchen utensil?.. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 March, 2013, 06:17:49 am
Quote from: zigzag on 16 March, 2013, 11:40:52 pm
just wondering what item in a shopping bag had caused the damage - a can of baked beans perhaps or some kitchen utensil?.. ::-)
Haddock.
A 400g pack of fresh haddock, was all that it took to perforate the frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 March, 2013, 06:41:01 am
Quote from: Tewdric on 16 March, 2013, 11:28:38 pm
You are hereby awarded the second ever YACF Order of the Brown Overall.   :thumbsup:
I'm curious, as ever, as to who is the other.
Do tell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 17 March, 2013, 06:50:34 am
Not bikes but  -  this is a nice, if somewhat lengthy, video showing a carbon repair on a glider fuselage:

http://vimeo.com/60497114
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tewdric on 17 March, 2013, 07:00:53 am
Zig Zag was awarded the first one for that chemical dropout modification with the bike suspended in the kitchen sink!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 March, 2013, 09:41:46 am
Of course!

It did occur to me that it might've been Von Broad, but that would've been the Persistent-Stubbornness-and-Grit-and-Determination-No-Matter-What sew-on patch.
Or was it a medal?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2013, 09:44:46 am
I think Jens Voigt got the Von Broad medal...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Notsototalnewbie on 17 March, 2013, 03:01:30 pm
Photos are from a phone, so not the best quality...

Rob's new addition to the family, on a sunnier day than today:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8371/8564419939_babe8859df.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46480570@N05/8564419939/)

And my new Brompton onna practice commute (no I don't work in FatBoys) today, in much less favourable weather.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8505/8564419603_794263390e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46480570@N05/8564419603/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 17 March, 2013, 05:18:10 pm
Thing is....
as your commute will be passing Fatboys daily (near as dammit), will you be able to resist...........?

I know I'd prolly struggle.
Pastrami on rye with grilled sauerkraut?
Hmmm?  ;)

Nice Brommie, BTW  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 18 March, 2013, 11:11:43 am
I seem to have reacquired this tasteful little number
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=10897)

Since I last owned it (in 2011) it's had some wet weather miles which have resulted in the bronze finish on the rims wearing through to plain alu, and a few more chips and scrapes.  Looking forward to riding it again, and I hope that its arrival while Mrs R was away on a school trip to France doesn't cause too much grief!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 18 March, 2013, 12:33:02 pm
Just finished rebuilding this  :)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8375/8568702204_f5068caa7b_b_d.jpg)

Giant TCR frame & forks, ultegra groupo except 105 sti's, blingy ultegra carbon pedals  :)
spesh seatpost, fizik aliante carbon saddle, fsa stem & bars with cinelli gel tape & mavic ksyrium elite wheels with pro 3 tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: savine on 22 March, 2013, 03:55:55 pm
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tgzEv890Fw8/UKU3SZ6UM4I/AAAAAAAABWA/r3qVwGQfA20/s1600/20121114_131108.jpg)

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lVcBc_SN2x8/UGxqqIJm7WI/AAAAAAAABNE/tsZSld4ATxo/s1600/20120915_153801.jpg)

my two geared road bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 22 March, 2013, 04:16:09 pm
Quote from: fungus on 18 March, 2013, 12:33:02 pm
Just finished rebuilding this  :)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8375/8568702204_f5068caa7b_b_d.jpg)

Giant TCR frame & forks, ultegra groupo except 105 sti's, blingy ultegra carbon pedals  :)
spesh seatpost, fizik aliante carbon saddle, fsa stem & bars with cinelli gel tape & mavic ksyrium elite wheels with pro 3 tyres.

Ooh, pimpy. Looks fast.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 March, 2013, 09:36:27 pm
Can't be . . .


 . . . 's not RED, innit . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 22 March, 2013, 09:40:33 pm
Quote from: savine on 22 March, 2013, 03:55:55 pm

my two geared road bikes.

Very nice :) Must be very satisfying to have made them yourself.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: savine on 23 March, 2013, 01:06:46 pm
There is something in riding your own creation. As a kid I wanted to build but then the wanting died n not till I was 40 was I able to. After years of riding other builders frames I wanted to ride my own. Problem now is I've  a couple of Roberts frames in boxes in the garage and my cellar is also full.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 March, 2013, 05:56:12 pm
Savine - I especially like the chainwheels on those bikes (it's a component that IMO has a big effect on the overall look of a bike, though I don't think everyone agrees!). What are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: savine on 23 March, 2013, 06:31:27 pm
These are Rotor rings that help you pedal easier, I use them to save my old knees. It's not a new idea as Shimano had the Biopace rings late 80's and if you go back to the late 1800's similar rings were about. I know how they work but I can't put it into words, I've converted a number of nates over the past five years n they all swear by them but you need them on every bike to notice any benifit although not needed on a fixed geared bike but it is possible to use.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 March, 2013, 06:42:21 pm
Ta. They're more subtle about it than the Biopace were!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: savine on 23 March, 2013, 07:36:23 pm
I think their more thought out than Biopace and you get three different positions to use for your ideal set up. In my opinion they come into their own when climbing hills as you hit a point on each turn it just rolls over if you get me. I've never done an audax but for racing are perfect...give em a go.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:17:42 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1JyujJY-nnc/UVGea3PfgcI/AAAAAAAADeY/NMZgFSKPHCM/s773/20130326_131034.jpg)

I has a DY that fits me!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 26 March, 2013, 01:20:35 pm
*gasp*

That's so lovely!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:25:43 pm
Not quite finished yet, it needs a rack ('guards *may* come later).

It is a DY frame I bought from IZ, 631 Reynolds.
Brooks B17 Special
Easton EA70 "aero" bars
6600 through out.
Tiagra Vbrakes.
Rear wheel is Ultegra hub, A319 rim and 6600 12-30 cassette
Front wheel is T-665 dynohub, A319 again.
Tyres are 32mm M+ (and you would NOT believe how difficult they are to get onto A319s)
A520 pedals (may swap them for M530s)
SP front light, may swap it for the IQ Cyo+ I have as the SP doesn't have a standlight.

On first impressions it is lovely, can't wait to try it on a longer (i.e > 1 mile) ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LindaG on 26 March, 2013, 01:28:39 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:25:43 pm
Not quite finished yet, it needs a rack ('guards *may* come later).

It is a DY frame I bought from IZ, 631 Reynolds.
Brooks B17 Special
Easton EA70 "aero" bars
6600 through out.
Tiagra Vbrakes.
Rear wheel is Ultegra hub, A319 rim and 6600 12-30 cassette
Front wheel is T-665 dynohub, A319 again.
Tyres are 32mm M+ (and you would NOT believe how difficult they are to get onto A319s)
A520 pedals (may swap them for M530s)
SP front light, may swap it for the IQ Cyo+ I have as the SP doesn't have a standlight.

On first impressions it is lovely, can't wait to try it on a longer (i.e > 1 mile) ride.

Well get that bike and your sorry ass in the car and get over here then, so we can go for a ride!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:34:18 pm
I would love to LG, but work stops me having any fun! :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 26 March, 2013, 01:45:26 pm
with such a tall head tube, headset spacers and stem pointing up it looks like a comfortable ride
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 02:10:28 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 26 March, 2013, 01:45:26 pm
with such a tall head tube, headset spacers and stem pointing up it looks like a comfortable ride

Exactly as I intended, this is aimed at being my lightweight tourer, my Inbred 29er being the more hardcore one.  I intend using this when I know that there is no COR and also when I intend to carry the bare minimum of stuff with me.  I guess it will see a fair bit of the Thursday night runs...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 26 March, 2013, 02:14:52 pm
No COR today. COR tomorrow. There's always COR tomorrow. Look, someone's got to keep some damn perspective around here.  COR, sooner or later.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 26 March, 2013, 05:06:35 pm
It doesn't look as massive as I expected!

You bringing it out on Thursday?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 March, 2013, 05:35:24 pm
Looking gooooood.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 06:15:50 pm
Deano, yes, I think I will, it is nearly ready for an evening ride, just needs a rear light!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 March, 2013, 06:33:37 pm
Quote from: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 02:10:28 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 26 March, 2013, 01:45:26 pm
with such a tall head tube, headset spacers and stem pointing up it looks like a comfortable ride

Exactly as I intended, this is aimed at being my lightweight tourer, my Inbred 29er being the more hardcore one.  I intend using this when I know that there is no COR and also when I intend to carry the bare minimum of stuff with me.  I guess it will see a fair bit of the Thursday night runs...
Quote from: Kim on 26 March, 2013, 02:14:52 pm
No COR today. COR tomorrow. There's always COR tomorrow. Look, someone's got to keep some damn perspective around here.  COR, sooner or later.
What is COR?  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 26 March, 2013, 06:40:56 pm
Comedy off road, usually undertaken on mildly inappropriate bikes.

See the back end of the 2011 Tan Hill ride for some fine examples.

For example (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=45766.msg986323#msg986323).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 March, 2013, 07:36:39 pm
Cheers, comedy off roading I'm familiar with both as term and activity (I rather like the look of the Tan Hill path), but didn't connect it with the abbreviation.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Toady on 26 March, 2013, 08:10:28 pm
A really lovely looking bike. 

My only aesthetic quibble would be the stem.  Dumb question:  Is it possible, with modern threadless headsets to get anything prettier than the lumpy column and spacers.  A nice elegant GB quill stem would be so pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 March, 2013, 01:24:33 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 26 March, 2013, 07:36:39 pm
Cheers, comedy off roading I'm familiar with both as term and activity (I rather like the look of the Tan Hill path), but didn't connect it with the abbreviation.

The YACF northern contingent seem to do it so frequently that an abbreviation was required.

Nikki will be along in a minute to ask if that means we're northern.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 27 March, 2013, 07:20:39 am
I was born and bred in/around Southampton: it's all North from there.

And yes, the amount of Midlands-based YACF COR I've experienced in the last 6 months or so would seem to support that  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 March, 2013, 07:59:55 am
Quote from: Deano on 26 March, 2013, 06:40:56 pm
Comedy off road, usually undertaken on mildly inappropriate bikes.

If anyone in the eastern regions fancies comedy off-roading on mildly (or even wholly) inappropriate bikes just let us know  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 March, 2013, 06:15:42 am
Quote from: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:17:42 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1JyujJY-nnc/UVGea3PfgcI/AAAAAAAADeY/NMZgFSKPHCM/s773/20130326_131034.jpg)

I has a DY that fits me!!!

 . . . and unfinished business with the 'Roses' . . .  :demon:

That's a mile eating monster if ever there was one  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 30 March, 2013, 01:38:38 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 March, 2013, 06:15:42 am
Quote from: tiermat on 26 March, 2013, 01:17:42 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1JyujJY-nnc/UVGea3PfgcI/AAAAAAAADeY/NMZgFSKPHCM/s773/20130326_131034.jpg)

I has a DY that fits me!!!

 . . . and unfinished business with the 'Roses' . . .  :demon:

That's a mile eating monster if ever there was one  :thumbsup:

I did the Thursday night pub ride on it. Boy is it fast! Fast, but stable, not twitchy like the Ridley. I can see me covering lots of miles on this!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Plug1n on 06 April, 2013, 11:14:20 am
Nostalgia+1

(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/76172667/IMAG0038.jpg)

Taken for a short 7 mile test ride while swapping the rental car for the newly refurbished wheels this morning.

A Dave Russell in Columbus SL, newly repainted.

First time using downtube levers for at least a year - those Simplex Retrofrictions really are the canine's appendages (never had some before - Retrofrictions that is!).

Plan to go a bit further when it warms up this afternoon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 April, 2013, 11:54:00 am
Cool.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 06 April, 2013, 02:44:11 pm
Latest acquisition (is for girlfriend, not me):

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8246/8624639492_00d8cb3afb_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 06 April, 2013, 03:40:08 pm
Ah I have one of those at the back of the garage somewhere.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 06 April, 2013, 05:04:54 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 06 April, 2013, 02:44:11 pm
Latest acquisition (is for girlfriend, not me):

i hope your capable hands will turn it into a safe bike :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 April, 2013, 05:25:15 pm
As LG will be able to tell you, those types of frames make great looking ladies fixies!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 April, 2013, 07:45:25 pm
Quote from: Plug1n on 06 April, 2013, 11:14:20 am

(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/76172667/IMAG0038.jpg)


That looks lovely.  If it were mine I'd fit a tan leather saddle with matching bar tape (and lose the pump for a blingy and tiny Lezyne).

Love the tricolore downtube...I may copy that one day.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 April, 2013, 06:25:42 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8648301929_58750ae53e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/)
Photo0103 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

The Viscount frame powder coated in Distant Blue and built up and, as far as these things ever are, finished!. As the frame is the only Viscount bit remaining I decided to badge this as a 'Phoenix' as it is built from Phoenix 1027 tubing and has arisen phoenix-like from the gash bins of the nation. So decals made up to suit the on the downtube with 'The Eclectic' in gold script on the top tube. The spec is broadly that which I was running last summer, Roberts front fork, Stronglight chainset through YST threadless BB, one SA and one Cyclo hub with Mavic Open something rims, Campag 980 rear mech with Campag friction shifters, Weinmann callipers, 500 front, 730 rear, B17N saddle. Changes for this year Cinelli stem with Giro d'Italia bars, Mafac levers, Gran Sport front mech and a six speed Shimano block. I haven't got a head badge as yet but I rather fancy making one up with a phoenix rising from a firey dustbin.

And it's a cracking little bike to ride; I used it quite a lot last year including on the Mildenhall WARTY and a high speed underwater dash back to Marco's in Ely - around 80 miles for the day. I am very impressed with the frame, it feels taut but supple and gives a very comfortable ride - I thought that the Roberts fork would have made it harsh but it feels great, both for a quick flip round for an hour on a summer evening after work and for longer day rides. I'm looking forward to racking up a few miles over the summer. The picture was taken during this afternoon's shakedown run, everything felt fine from the off and the only adjustment made during the 20 mile run was to raise the saddle height by half an inch. Many thanks to everyone who helped with parts and and advice for this project...and apologies if this sounds a bit smug!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trumpet on 14 April, 2013, 07:58:54 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 14 April, 2013, 06:25:42 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8648301929_58750ae53e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/)
Photo0103 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

The Viscount frame powder coated in Distant Blue and built up and, as far as these things ever are, finished!. As the frame is the only Viscount bit remaining I decided to badge this as a 'Phoenix' as it is built from Phoenix 1027 tubing and has arisen phoenix-like from the gash bins of the nation. So decals made up to suit the on the downtube with 'The Eclectic' in gold script on the top tube. The spec is broadly that which I was running last summer, Roberts front fork, Stronglight chainset through YST threadless BB, one SA and one Cyclo hub with Mavic Open something rims, Campag 980 rear mech with Campag friction shifters, Weinmann callipers, 500 front, 730 rear, B17N saddle. Changes for this year Cinelli stem with Giro d'Italia bars, Mafac levers, Gran Sport front mech and a six speed Shimano block. I haven't got a head badge as yet but I rather fancy making one up with a phoenix rising from a firey dustbin.

And it's a cracking little bike to ride; I used it quite a lot last year including on the Mildenhall WARTY and a high speed underwater dash back to Marco's in Ely - around 80 miles for the day. I am very impressed with the frame, it feels taut but supple and gives a very comfortable ride - I thought that the Roberts fork would have made it harsh but it feels great, both for a quick flip round for an hour on a summer evening after work and for longer day rides. I'm looking forward to racking up a few miles over the summer. The picture was taken during this afternoon's shakedown run, everything felt fine from the off and the only adjustment made during the 20 mile run was to raise the saddle height by half an inch. Many thanks to everyone who helped with parts and and advice for this project...and apologies if this sounds a bit smug!

Is it me or are the forks bent?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 April, 2013, 08:22:24 pm
I thought that as well - but looking closer I think it's just taper of the tubing. Wonderful looking bike anyway!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 14 April, 2013, 09:08:44 pm
Yes they are bent, although the proper term is "raked".  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 April, 2013, 08:47:12 am
The tops of the fork legs do have a sort swell at the front that makes it look bent – I thought the same when I first built it up last year; the rear of the top of the fork leg is straight. Both legs are the same so I assume that this is intentional – that Mr Roberts knows what he’s doing! Like most of the bike, the fork came from someone’s shed clearout – he had upgraded to a carbon fork a few years ago and it was like that when I got it. Whatever, it seems to work pretty well!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 April, 2013, 11:21:34 am
nicely restored bike Juan. it looks like the fork have taken some frontal impact in the past, but this can easily be remedied by turning them around and gently riding in to a wall few times (seriously!). if still in doubt, just send this photo to roberts to get their view on this.
i like the way the bottle is attached, but without rear mudguard riding through the puddle/muddy patch, whatever is on the road will end up a on water bottle nozzle.
oh, and the rear brake blocks could be raised a tad higher :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 15 April, 2013, 11:24:44 am
To my eye the gap between the trailing edge of the tyre and the downtube seems wrong.  The forks being the wrong colour would have been a giveaway but you mention you got them from someone else, so maybe a red herring.  It might be worth trying a different set of forks, if you have any, just to see.  Having said that, if it rides ok and there are no strange noises, then just enjoy it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marco Stefano on 15 April, 2013, 12:28:25 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 14 April, 2013, 06:25:42 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8648301929_58750ae53e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/)
Photo0103 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Nice primulas...   :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 15 April, 2013, 12:37:25 pm
I have the original steel forks, powder coated the same colour. These have a much more relaxed geometry; it does suffer from toe overlap with the Roberts fork but that’s really only an issue when manoeuvring at low speed. I don’t think the fork is bent, there are no obvious signs like cracked paint, but it doesn’t seem to effect the handling or the ride so…I have some shorty mudguards that I may fit but I fear that won’t stop the top of the bottle being sprayed, so I need a solution for that – poly bag over the top probably. A few minor tweaks over the coming evenings – I might roll those bars forward a little looking at the pic, and I should be nicely set up for a longer run at the weekend - and thanks for the feedback. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 April, 2013, 02:07:39 am
I'd like to see the bike against a plain background to give it less to reference against but my little BRANE is saying that those forks are somewhat oddly raked, to say the least . . .

Come to think of it I would like to see the forks themselves laid flat on a glass surface or similar  - something known to be flat anyway - again for reference.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 16 April, 2013, 08:36:36 am
I took a copy of the picture and extended the line of the front and rear of the headtube to the hub. The forks do appear to bend backwards at the crown and then rake forward. The result being that the hub is just forward of the line of the front of the headtube.

For about 2 years as a teenager I rode a bike that the previous owner had ridden head on into an oncoming cyclist, the forks had been bent but not to the point of negative rake and I never had a problem with them. Eventually I grew out of the bike and got fed up of breaking rear spokes with the weight of panniers whilst touring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 16 April, 2013, 08:17:42 pm
I think I'll just rename it the Uri Geller owing to the illusion of bent forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 16 April, 2013, 11:44:18 pm
The forks do definitely look bent (from head on crash). Take a tape measure or straight edge and hold it in line with the stem and head tube and look if the top half of the fork blades is in line. And the frame size is too small as well, which I suspect is the reason why the original forks are not being used.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 17 April, 2013, 08:33:32 am
Quote from: Marco Stefano on 15 April, 2013, 12:28:25 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 14 April, 2013, 06:25:42 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8648301929_58750ae53e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/)
Photo0103 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/8648301929/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Nice primulas...   :P

Never mind the forks. I know oval chainrings are all the rage these days, but oval wheels?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 April, 2013, 08:14:59 pm
Now that is an optical illusion, they are much more hexagonal than that, 700A/F. Beautiful plumage though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 24 April, 2013, 09:05:14 pm
TCR2 on the ridge between Twycross & Orton on the hill on tonight's ride home.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8523/8679186970_ef2fd41b3c_b_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 25 April, 2013, 09:31:17 am
Nice.  My favorite spot on my ride home. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 25 April, 2013, 10:56:12 pm
TCR2 & trig point at the top of Gumley alpe  :)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8121/8659015058_21d974a7b2_b_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 28 April, 2013, 01:11:03 pm
Having initially built this up with flat bars I have had a change. Nitto randoneurs and Dura ace shifters. Merlin were doing the shifters with all cables for £187 only a few quid more than 105s without cables. Feels v comfy.

(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/d2b36bc929944cf9aeb9cb0ca623ce6c_zps47a22769.jpg)

(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/48359f94a3038b854de0926faace88d8_zps2bc1c0e7.jpg)

(http://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx158/Bloomers100/27f5c184382d1e87014f46bb6f069350_zps6e28a9ae.jpg)

I hope you like it, I feel like putting my tent on and going somewhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 April, 2013, 01:13:35 pm
Very nice. 

Why the change from flats to drops?  Not inferring criticism (I like both) - just curious.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 28 April, 2013, 01:36:16 pm
The flats never felt right, and didn't really give enough accommodation on the longer rides particularly on windy fens.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 April, 2013, 03:29:19 pm
That's the main reason I like drops for long distance rides - allows you to get down lower and fight a headwind.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 04 May, 2013, 09:39:39 pm
It's so nice that I overcame my aversion to pink and took it for a spin round the block!

(Well, you can't see the pink when you're riding it :D)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 04 May, 2013, 09:54:49 pm
Quote from: bloomers100 on 28 April, 2013, 01:11:03 pm
I hope you like it, I feel like putting my tent on and going somewhere.

What are those brakes? And do they work?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gattopardo on 04 May, 2013, 09:58:17 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Very pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 May, 2013, 01:33:16 am
Quote from: Gattopardo on 04 May, 2013, 09:58:17 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Very pretty.

Very, VERY PINK
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 05 May, 2013, 08:22:13 am
Cracking pink bike there crinklyauntie! Looks great.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 05 May, 2013, 08:42:09 am
That looks lovely, CrinklyAuntie  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gattopardo on 05 May, 2013, 12:13:38 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 05 May, 2013, 01:33:16 am
Quote from: Gattopardo on 04 May, 2013, 09:58:17 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Very pretty.

Very, VERY PINK

Could be Pinker, pink forks, fully pink frame, pink mudguards and even pink tyres.

I want a matt pink motorbike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Snakehips on 05 May, 2013, 12:33:21 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Very nice, I hope you have a maglia rosa to go with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 05 May, 2013, 02:12:45 pm
100km into today's ride.
I like my Pompino, it looks so good!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-s9aa8vBIx5g/UYZaBikiQPI/AAAAAAAAHng/ynH6I5Ivpsw/s640/p5050355.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-jVgG64reOAw/UYZaE8KzLiI/AAAAAAAAHn0/95DebopbNgg/s640/p5050360.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 May, 2013, 06:37:17 pm
The fleet:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8119/8710202889_470236570b_b.jpg)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8134/8711325508_d9c7c590cb_b.jpg)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8261/8710202555_d2de99ef8e_b.jpg)

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8394/8711325126_e7817d9370_b.jpg)

Photographed in degrees of cleanliness, starting with the cleanest = least, currently, used.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 05 May, 2013, 09:04:41 pm
The T3 on the ride to Belvoir Castle earlier today
(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/48042_10151346213506571_132223039_n_zps699ac733.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/48042_10151346213506571_132223039_n_zps699ac733.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 May, 2013, 09:11:48 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 May, 2013, 06:37:17 pm
The fleet

tidy. the first three are quite similar - road bikes, triple chainset, no 'guards - could swap one for a tourer/folder/mtb :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 06 May, 2013, 07:12:35 am
Quote from: zigzag on 05 May, 2013, 09:11:48 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 05 May, 2013, 06:37:17 pm
The fleet

tidy. the first three are quite similar - road bikes, triple chainset, no 'guards - could swap one for a tourer/folder/mtb :)

.... agreed, other than the material that the frames are made of.....
Tourer? MTB? I Wouldn't have a use for either.
Folder, I would consider.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 06 May, 2013, 03:18:53 pm
I like my Galaxy too!
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ZYXWNP3TfRs/UYe7LkVOLUI/AAAAAAAAHog/GBPGF9gaKWg/s640/p5060364.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9LHcdOHvij8/UYe7Lj65MwI/AAAAAAAAHoY/1YYOqzpVFzU/s640/p5060365.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 May, 2013, 03:31:04 pm
It's that time of year again! ie get the tourer ready....

Before fettling commenced:

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8126/8686879666_2bbfe1247e_z.jpg)

Post fettle test ride:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7284/8716563423_c8ab1a7f48_z.jpg)

New chain and Cassette
New middle and granny rings
New bottom bracket
New front wheel with dynohub
Serviced rear hub
New brake blocks/cables
New juicy 40mm tyres!

Everything else thoroughly cleaned.

In bar bag is B&M USB werk charging my phone. Which works! Actually, dunno why I'm surprised it worked, it does exactly what it should do  :)

Rides beautifully  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 May, 2013, 03:33:08 pm
^^^  Very nice bobbers.  Where did you get your wheel?

And tell me more about this USB werk thingy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 May, 2013, 03:51:50 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 May, 2013, 03:33:08 pm
^^^  Very nice bobbers.  Where did you get your wheel?

And tell me more about this USB werk thingy.

Got the wheel built by Chelmer Cycles (as I always do). Mavic A719 on an XT Dynohub. DT Swiss something-or-other spokes.

The USB werk has a cache battery that the hub charges. You can then charge any device that can be charged via USB.

It looks like this:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7357/8716187931_563b73056a_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 07 May, 2013, 03:57:48 pm
Bobb very nice but are you sure that you are using it enough? I can still see readable Surly stickers on it, we had our for shorter time than you and we can just about read ours. :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 May, 2013, 04:04:25 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 07 May, 2013, 03:57:48 pm
Bobb very nice but are you sure that you are using it enough? I can still see readable Surly stickers on it, we had our for shorter time than you and we can just about read ours. :-)

Either the orginal LHT frames had better quality stickers, or I look after mine better than you :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 07 May, 2013, 04:06:07 pm
To be honest - they do tend to come off just by looking at them on our frames :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 May, 2013, 05:23:02 pm
Nice bike, Bobb. Looks better with the new - less black - front wheel, IMO.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 May, 2013, 06:41:41 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 May, 2013, 05:23:02 pm
Looks better with the new - less black - front wheel, IMO.

That's just dirt!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 May, 2013, 06:45:29 pm
Wash your bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ewan Houzami on 07 May, 2013, 07:46:51 pm
That's just the sort of quality, sensible, everyday, go-anywhere, do-anything bike that I should really have. Nicely set up too. But mixing Campag and Shimano?? Burn Him!! Burn Him!!*

*assumes you have Y chromosones.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 07 May, 2013, 11:42:37 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D
Too much white  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 08 May, 2013, 10:34:56 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Looks good - but how about adding some of these ;D
(http://www.biketinker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/pink-cascadia-fenders.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2013, 10:43:43 pm
And pink pedals!

(http://images1.slanecycles.com/bmz_cache/4/4fd8133226fc75309a3ff578df9d2537.image.200x107.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 08 May, 2013, 10:45:28 pm
and tyres :)
(http://adreawak.info/img.php?img=a4p406j4z2u2r2t416t42444j5g464k4d44454i4h4b4t294o4f4p2c4m474l5l5n454i406h4441654m4s2o5f4u223031304g4w584)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 09 May, 2013, 08:58:41 am
And saddle
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJkbZW9CYAE67xt.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 09 May, 2013, 09:11:07 am
And hoods:

(http://images.esellerpro.com/2375/I/439/0/7900-Red-Dura-Ace.Pink.gif)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 09 May, 2013, 09:36:53 am
...and pink cables!

(http://www.pinkcables.com/images/pc_pkg.jpg)

(from Jagwire, with bonus charity-ness (http://www.pinkcables.com/))

(eta; I actually really like the look of the coloured speedplay pedals. if only they weren't so spendy, and requiring new shoes too...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 09 May, 2013, 09:54:43 am
I obviously need to go shopping  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Karla on 09 May, 2013, 10:46:43 am
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

Very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 09 May, 2013, 10:31:30 pm
Don't forget brake pads!

(http://haltbicycle.co.uk/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/EC2_1095.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Bledlow on 10 May, 2013, 11:34:57 am
And bottle cages -
(http://www.cyclesurgery.com/pws/client/images/catalogue/products/cbon0079pp/large/cbon0079pp.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 10 May, 2013, 01:00:15 pm
… or a bikestand:

(click to show/hide)


 :thumbsup: Bless you Mods. I haven't learnt to construct one of those, nor to rein in certain inappropriate humour!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 11 May, 2013, 02:05:25 am
Nice! You need one of these too:

(http://thehut.pantherssl.com/productimg/0/600/600/65/10771865-1364312251-319974.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 11 May, 2013, 05:56:48 am
and of course for the complete effect

(http://images5.fanpop.com/image/photos/29300000/P-nk-Wallpaper-pink-29387734-1024-768.jpg)

Silly? Moi?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 11 May, 2013, 11:34:09 am
Henry's on the road again, wearin' different clothes again.......

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7417/8727403383_5e4690951c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8727403383/)
P5110421 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/8727403383/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

New seat post and pedals (switched the old ones to my winter bike last autumn).
Swapped the bar end shifters for down tube.
New chainrings (kept with 48 and 38, but gone from 28 to 24 inner ring)
Thrown out the 12-24 cassette and replaced it with 11-28

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 11 May, 2013, 11:37:52 am
I suspect your HB frame is immortal.The whole thing looks ace :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 May, 2013, 12:55:22 pm
Love that bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-xNliAYavzXs/UZDKakLTheI/AAAAAAAABBY/7Z846jKKD40/w902-h677-no/IMG_8935.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6HUjPLQcprw/UZDKbXAkCOI/AAAAAAAABBc/hUtnoJjkPIo/w902-h677-no/IMG_8936.JPG)

Next steps:

Pedals (supplied with M520)
Road tyres (Marathon 25mm I think)
Brooks B17 (waiting in my garage)
Mudguards (SKS)
Higher gearing

It looks stunning, much nicer blue than photo depicts.  I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.
=== UPDATE ===
Nearly there now.

SKS Guards fitted (some considered bending of stays required to get around the disc calipers)
Brooks B17 fitted
Chainring and Freewheel swapped over from my Pinarello (to get my preferred 43x17 ratio)

All that's left is to ride the thing...this evening looks set for dry so I may see if the bike is suited to riding to a Stockbridge pub.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PgY84ydV2KU/UZSSGNiQO6I/AAAAAAAABCo/344nyEvhc2o/w958-h719-no/IMG_8939.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-e2b5UNtNl9E/UZSSHGBxoKI/AAAAAAAABCw/uwHJQalGDeA/w958-h719-no/IMG_8944.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:32:46 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.

Cor - that looks very tempting.

What are the braze-ons under the down tube for?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MattH on 13 May, 2013, 12:33:14 pm
Nice bike  :thumbsup:
It's interesting that you haven't gone for the stoker bars like the ones on your very nice and up for sale Pinarello (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=70952.0). Will you change them or are you going back to drops?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 13 May, 2013, 12:34:39 pm
Stunning wooden floor too Paulers.

Lovely colour blue as you say, and looking at the straight forks, I'm sure there's enough rake in them, but do you imagine if this will dictate whether you receive a harder ride or not. Not sure how much effect rake has with comfort, but the forks do look jolly straight!

I bet you can't wait to jump on for a ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 13 May, 2013, 12:36:04 pm
So many questions, eh? So many. That's your afternoon taken care of answering them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:39:11 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 13 May, 2013, 12:34:39 pm
...the forks do look jolly straight!

Which is about my only niggle/reservation. I'm not realy into straight forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 12:46:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:32:46 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.

Cor - that looks very tempting.

What are the braze-ons under the down tube for?

I'm guessing it's a cable guide for running with a hub gear - they also sell an Alfine equipped Day One.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 13 May, 2013, 12:47:34 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:32:46 pm
What are the braze-ons under the down tube for?

Crud catcher.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 12:48:43 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
It looks stunning, much nicer blue than photo depicts.  I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.

That looks great.  I've been thinking about getting one of these for a while now.

I think my credit card might be in danger right now...

(BTW - Where did you order from in the end?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 13 May, 2013, 12:49:35 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 13 May, 2013, 12:47:34 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:32:46 pm
What are the braze-ons under the down tube for?

Crud catcher.

I was just going to say that.  Right place and right spacing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 12:50:06 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 13 May, 2013, 12:47:34 pm
Quote from: Paul on 13 May, 2013, 12:32:46 pm
What are the braze-ons under the down tube for?

Crud catcher.

Of course. Silly me - I didn't look hard enough to see there were a pair of them!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 May, 2013, 01:22:57 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 12:48:43 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
It looks stunning, much nicer blue than photo depicts.  I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.

That looks great.  I've been thinking about getting one of these for a while now.

I think my credit card might be in danger right now...

(BTW - Where did you order from in the end?)

I got it from REAL CYCLES in Northern Ireland (£594 & free P&P !!!).  That's £200 under RRP, had to act fast because £699 was lowest I could find elsewhere.

I'll ride it a while with drops then decide whether to salvage the Stoker bars (as they are very, very, comfy) although I'd like to keep the setup between bikes as similar as possible.  Riding the stoker/bull-horns exclusively for 4 months made my other main bike feel a bit awkward when I jumped back on that.  I want to avoid that.

Yes, it has CRUD Guard fittings and what I suspect are Alfine cable guide fittings on the right Chain stay.

It has eyelets for mudguards and rack..basically it's very well equipped in that respect.  It's my last day on anti-biotics today (I swore I would stop cycling while ill because I just couldn't shake it off)  so that will give me time to sort out the gearing and fit tyres/guards.  It's raining off and on so there's no way I'm taking it out without mudguards on those Cross tyres.

Anyone want to buy some never-used Conti Cross Race tyres?

Trust me..the photo doesn't do it justice.

PS.  the floor is 1" French oak, T&G, in assorted widths.  Laid it myself.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 13 May, 2013, 01:33:53 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 01:22:57 pm
what I suspect are Alfine cable guide fittings on the right Chain stay.

That sounds plausible - I expect it's exactly the same frame as the Alfine-geared version of the Day One.  Which I tried once and thought would make a great fixed or off-road singlespeed.

Not that I'm following this with any interest at all  Nope, not me, most definitely not.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 May, 2013, 01:35:51 pm
Ride report later in the week
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 01:36:49 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 01:22:57 pm
PS.  the floor is 1" French oak, T&G, in assorted widths.  Laid it myself.

Floor?  There was a floor in the picture?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 May, 2013, 01:52:12 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 01:36:49 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 01:22:57 pm
PS.  the floor is 1" French oak, T&G, in assorted widths.  Laid it myself.

Floor?  There was a floor in the picture?

Yes.  Riggers loves a nice floor as much as a nice bike it seems.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 May, 2013, 02:22:24 pm
Very nice, Paul. And a bargain to boot!
I am very much liking the straight fork look.
To those who question the rake of such thing - look at the angle where the fork crown exits the bottom of the head tube - that's where you get your rake.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 May, 2013, 02:28:33 pm
A well laid floor complemented by very tasteful furniture. Pretty flowers (peonies?) too.

Nice bike as well.  :thumbsup: Though IMO crud catchers would spoil it - proper guards will look much better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feline on 13 May, 2013, 04:16:42 pm
Nice bike Lee  :thumbsup:
This reminds me that my Alfine Pometamine could easily become a fixie with a fixed rear wheel on it. I've not got around to building one for it yet but it could be an interesting experiment for training rides and give me something that looks a bit like yours only in stealth black!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 13 May, 2013, 05:32:39 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 13 May, 2013, 02:22:24 pm
Very nice, Paul. And a bargain to boot!
I am very much liking the straight fork look.
To those who question the rake of such thing - look at the angle where the fork crown exits the bottom of the head tube - that's where you get your rake.

Yes, Jurers, as you say, if one continues the datum line of the headset angle, then there is plenty of rake. It's that 'visual' look of  a straight fork that sets one's mind going bonkers.

Enough of that. 1" French oak!!! You lucky lucky bugger.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 May, 2013, 05:42:15 pm
Quote from: Riggers on 13 May, 2013, 05:32:39 pm
Enough of that. 1" French oak!!! You lucky lucky bugger.

Shouldn't French oak be measured in metric units?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 May, 2013, 09:05:52 am
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-xNliAYavzXs/UZDKakLTheI/AAAAAAAABBY/7Z846jKKD40/w902-h677-no/IMG_8935.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6HUjPLQcprw/UZDKbXAkCOI/AAAAAAAABBc/hUtnoJjkPIo/w902-h677-no/IMG_8936.JPG)

Next steps:

Pedals (supplied with M520)
Road tyres (Marathon 25mm I think)
Brooks B17 (waiting in my garage)
Mudguards (SKS)
Higher gearing

It looks stunning, much nicer blue than photo depicts.  I finally got my "Pompino" in the colour I love and with Disc Brakes.
=== UPDATE ===
Nearly there now.

SKS Guards fitted (some considered bending of stays required to get around the disc calipers)
Brooks B17 fitted
Chainring and Freewheel swapped over from my Pinarello (to get my preferred 43x17 ratio)
Marathon 25mm fitted

All that's left is to ride the thing...this evening looks set for dry so I may see if the bike is suited to riding to a Stockbridge pub.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PgY84ydV2KU/UZSSGNiQO6I/AAAAAAAABCo/344nyEvhc2o/w958-h719-no/IMG_8939.JPG)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-e2b5UNtNl9E/UZSSHGBxoKI/AAAAAAAABCw/uwHJQalGDeA/w958-h719-no/IMG_8944.JPG)

Note.  Nicked a pair of SKS front mudguard "quick release" blocks from another bike.  This allows me to pop mudguard out to remove rear wheel.  Bloody rear-facing sliding dropouts are a pain.  I tried leaving a gap at the back but it looks so damn ugly I opted for this instead.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-pLI7fdo7Rps/UZSUBMARdPI/AAAAAAAABDE/GLfgUFYPy20/w958-h719-no/IMG_8945.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 16 May, 2013, 09:37:57 am
That looks really nice. If I broke my Singlecross, something just like that would be a lovely replacement.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2013, 09:43:02 am
With Peregrine forks, I'd so want one of those.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 May, 2013, 09:50:51 am
Quote from: Oaky on 13 May, 2013, 12:48:43 pm
That looks great.  I've been thinking about getting one of these for a while now.

I think my credit card might be in danger right now...

Oaky dear, if you do get one of these machines, please could I point out that is designed to be ridden on rough surfaces   ;D

Nice set up Paul.  Despite the bike's lack of gears and a free wheel is does look very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 May, 2013, 09:55:18 am
Quote from: clarion on 16 May, 2013, 09:43:02 am
With Peregrine forks, I'd so want one of those.

Serious question: why not just get a Peregrine?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 May, 2013, 10:21:14 am
nice bike; what make are the hubs? the reason i ask is i'm after a couple of domed alloy washers for my "spares box"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 May, 2013, 10:58:21 am
Quote from: zigzag on 16 May, 2013, 10:21:14 am
nice bike; what make are the hubs? the reason i ask is i'm after a couple of domed alloy washers for my "spares box"

From Genesis web site

Quote
Hubs  KT-SY1F / KT-MX7R 6-Bolt Disc
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 May, 2013, 01:12:40 pm
Day One  ....Ride 1.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jRm7C0Icesw/UZTMPRmVVuI/AAAAAAAABDg/xLSxQ-4Tk-o/w957-h573-no/2013-05-16+12.35.48.jpg)

Just a brief lunchtime loop to check the build.  It's bloody lovely out there.

Bike rides well, lovely and smooth.  No rattles at all.  Brakes lack power but I expect they need to bed-in.

Lungs didn't cope so well (first ride after 3 weeks off with Tonsilitis)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 May, 2013, 01:14:37 pm
Super!  Disc brakes are rubbish to begin with.  The instructions say to do some hard braking to speed up the process.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 May, 2013, 01:17:02 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 16 May, 2013, 01:12:40 pm
Day One  ....Ride 1.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jRm7C0Icesw/UZTMPRmVVuI/AAAAAAAABDg/xLSxQ-4Tk-o/w957-h573-no/2013-05-16+12.35.48.jpg)

Just a brief lunchtime loop to check the build.  It's bloody lovely out there.

Bike rides well, lovely and smooth.  No rattles at all.  Brakes lack power but I expect they need to bed-in.

Lungs didn't cope so well (first ride after 3 weeks off with Tonsilitis)

That is a beauty.  Really nice looking and very very functional.  May it carry you many happy miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 16 May, 2013, 07:51:08 pm
Very nice and a bargain, great colour.  I really don't need another bike, really, no really, really, really... 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 May, 2013, 10:32:21 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 16 May, 2013, 09:55:18 am
Quote from: clarion on 16 May, 2013, 09:43:02 am
With Peregrine forks, I'd so want one of those.

Serious question: why not just get a Peregrine?

Serious answer: Same reason I don't have a Day One Alfine - Skint. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 17 May, 2013, 09:31:38 am
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 May, 2013, 12:18:16 pm

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6HUjPLQcprw/UZDKbXAkCOI/AAAAAAAABBc/hUtnoJjkPIo/w902-h677-no/IMG_8936.JPG)

Unfortunately the valve stems aren't at six o'clock and the dust caps are still on.... remember rules 26 and 60.   

 ;)


Good pics PM.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 May, 2013, 09:10:56 am
First off let me say that I am NOT going to make a habit of this but I do like the result and it was quite a long time in the planning, sourcing and build . . .

I'm quite proud of this.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000311_zps5cde7a76.jpg)

TCR2, the T-Mobile Replica, built with Mirage/Veloce mix, Omega rims, Oval finishing kit and Charge saddle with matching bar tape.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000314_zpse757861b.jpg)

Valve caps are on, I'm not responsible for the flora and couldn't give a shite which way the cranks are pointing. Oh, yes. It now has BOTH bar end plugs fitted.

If you want to test ride it, buy it, ogle it, take the piss or just point and laugh . . . It's in the shop.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 May, 2013, 09:38:09 am
Quote from: torslanda on 19 May, 2013, 09:10:56 am

Valve caps are on, I'm not responsible for the flora and couldn't give a shite which way the cranks are pointing. Oh, yes. It now has BOTH bar end plugs fitted.

If you want to test ride it, buy it, ogle it, take the piss or just point and laugh . . . It's in the shop.


Not sure what to say or think now  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 May, 2013, 10:33:32 am
Quote from: torslanda on 19 May, 2013, 09:10:56 am

I'm quite proud of this.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000311_zps5cde7a76.jpg)

that looks fantastic!  Wrong size for me tho.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 May, 2013, 12:03:43 am
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 04 May, 2013, 09:32:12 pm
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8403/8707338879_876930bfc4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/)
Pink bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/8707338879/) by CrinkyUncle (http://www.flickr.com/people/74277693@N03/), on Flickr

My new Pink Bike  ;D

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151395766655614&set=a.395296355613.177154.57482865613&type=1&theater

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/579498_10151395766655614_1211743107_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyAuntie on 23 May, 2013, 10:04:29 am
Thanks for link, they are fabulous.  Maybe I should get some and make them my special going out tyres for special occasions (like going out shoes or handbags)  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 23 May, 2013, 10:16:17 am
Alternatively, and more widely available, Schwalbe Ultremos are available in pink:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/DSC00893.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 24 May, 2013, 10:23:45 pm
My T3 - a gateway to over 1000 miles so far this year...

Can't fault the beast!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/T3Post_zpsa22e0144.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/T3Post_zpsa22e0144.jpg.html) 

And at the cafe...
(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/T3Cafe_zps08bc4958.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/T3Cafe_zps08bc4958.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 24 May, 2013, 11:24:14 pm
Quote from: CrinklyAuntie on 23 May, 2013, 10:04:29 am
Thanks for link, they are fabulous.  Maybe I should get some and make them my special going out tyres for special occasions (like going out shoes or handbags)  ;D

Then you'd have to get some pink tyre levers:

(http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/ubtb6.6kesb/v/vspfiles/photos/PEDROS-TIRE-LEVERS-PNK-2T.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 26 May, 2013, 08:49:20 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/980963_10151624040783399_796601582_o.jpg)

76 miles yesterday and 46 today on my first Leather Saddle, and I can still walk!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 May, 2013, 09:44:01 pm
Quote from: haydenw on 24 May, 2013, 10:23:45 pm
My T3 - a gateway to over 1000 miles so far this year...

Can't fault the beast!


I'm really pleased to hear this. I recommended this bike to a friend of mine who was looking for a do-everything bike for his first century (coming up soon). I was nervous because - while it seemed to tick a lot of boxes, it was almost obscenely cheap.

However, I've yet to hear a bad word about it, and my friend is enjoying his immensely too.

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 May, 2013, 09:49:50 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 26 May, 2013, 08:49:20 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/980963_10151624040783399_796601582_o.jpg)

76 miles yesterday and 46 today on my first Leather Saddle, and I can still walk!!

That's quite nice. I've never heard of Ventarelli. New? Or long-standing frame-makers? Italian?

It's quite classy looking - I'm seeing lugs but also carbon forks and aheadset.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 26 May, 2013, 10:43:20 pm
It was a Frame and Forks I bought thinking it to be Italian ( Venturelli ) but it is a Belgian Bike from the 1990's, frame was made by another Belgian company Vaneenooghe.

The Forks were shot so rather than buy another set of Chrome ones I fitted the Carbon ones, sacrilege to some I expect but it's my Bike and I love it.
I figure if I had owned the Bike from new I would have upgraded it over the years any way.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/418600_10150579645963399_879705371_n.jpg)

This is how I bought it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Meegat on 27 May, 2013, 05:25:09 pm
Looks like I'm going to have to do some cycling...

... cause apparently my new marmite rack is too big for the worktop.

(http://watsonian.co.uk/bike/voyage.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 27 May, 2013, 05:31:14 pm
Very nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 May, 2013, 06:36:44 pm
The saddle might be a bit sticky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 May, 2013, 07:03:00 pm
Discs . . . should have discs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RJ on 27 May, 2013, 07:46:57 pm
Good choice (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=44712.0)  ;) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 27 May, 2013, 10:35:03 pm
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC01362.jpg)Aye, good choice. (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/mattlangridge/media/DSC01362.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 May, 2013, 07:06:59 am
Quote from: Meegat on 27 May, 2013, 05:25:09 pm
Looks like I'm going to have to do some cycling...

... cause apparently my new marmite rack is too big for the worktop.

(http://watsonian.co.uk/bike/voyage.jpg)
Stairgate's a bit slack!

I wonder if this means we might see you on the occasional Saturday/Sunday/Tuesday/Wednesday (other days may be available) ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Maverick on 28 May, 2013, 08:15:02 pm
After the demise of my Van Nic Yukon (see here https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=70387.0 ) I have decided not to replace like with like and instead bought a Lynskey Sportive frame and built it up with the parts from the VN. That is, apart from the chainset which is a new (as in unused) Campag Super Record Triple from the secret parts stash with the rings repaced with TA 51/40/26 combo and a new cassette (Veloce 13/29) and chain.
The Lynskey has a shorter top tube and longer head tube (although I'll see no benefit from the latter as I had to reduce the stack height re-using the VN forks). Not had chance to ride it yet but I do think it looks rather nice  ;D ;D

The new Van Nic Yukon (54cm) frame will be up for sale at discount soon.

(http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww37/martinbe/Lynskey_Med_zps81e6a9ba.jpg)

I've written a review of the bike here: http://www.twoberries.com/?p=93 (http://www.twoberries.com/?p=93)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Steve GT on 29 May, 2013, 11:26:52 am

I have cracked yet another Titanium frame, this time my Sabbath September.

Great service from Sabbath cycles - replacing the cracked frame for free in under a week. :thumbsup:

Now built up with the parts from my old Sabbath frame. A much better looking frame than the old dull original.


(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8411/8877326686_3e5a10cefc.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 29 May, 2013, 11:36:32 am
Quote from: Steve GT on 29 May, 2013, 11:26:52 am

I have cracked yet another Titanium frame, this time my Sabbath September.

Great service from Sabbath cycles - replacing the cracked frame for free in under a week. :thumbsup:

Now built up with the parts from my old Sabbath frame. A much better looking frame than the old dull original.

Looks like you've crashed into a wall :)

Ah! That's better!


(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8411/8877326686_3e5a10cefc.jpg)

Very nice looking!

(something wrong with you height or width value!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 May, 2013, 12:59:56 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 26 May, 2013, 08:49:20 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/980963_10151624040783399_796601582_o.jpg)

76 miles yesterday and 46 today on my first Leather Saddle, and I can still walk!!

That's one hell of a Kryptonite D-Lock.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 04 June, 2013, 08:00:23 pm
My British Eagle - in some sort of Audax form now.   531ST, 61cm frame, Rigida Sputnik rims.  Trying my Zefal Hpx pump in this position since I have a pump boss and it frees up the other bottle postion; have a cable tie just in case that large pot hole dislodges.

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5463/8950701113_c9cdda9b8c_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8950701113/)
P1170446 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8950701113/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 04 June, 2013, 08:11:46 pm
Very nice! ^
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2013, 09:45:36 am
My, that's handsome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 05 June, 2013, 01:43:36 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 08 May, 2013, 10:43:43 pm
And pink pedals!

(http://images1.slanecycles.com/bmz_cache/4/4fd8133226fc75309a3ff578df9d2537.image.200x107.jpg)
and shoes to match...

(http://media.emercedesbenz.com/magazine/wp-content/uploads/bont-a-one-cycling-shoes-pink-4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 05 June, 2013, 01:57:21 pm
I just spotted the shark's fin chainstay protector on that British Eagle!  Properly retro-tastic! (bet unused XT ones are worth decent money for the retro MTB crowd now!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 05 June, 2013, 10:00:43 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 05 June, 2013, 01:57:21 pm
I just spotted the shark's fin chainstay protector on that British Eagle!  Properly retro-tastic! (bet unused XT ones are worth decent money for the retro MTB crowd now!).

Well spotted.   :)  It's as old as the bike.

One (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Deore-XT-Shark-Fin-Chainstay-Protector-Chain-Deflector-/321135228487?pt=UK_SportGoods_CyclAcces_RL&hash=item4ac526b647&nma=true&si=dCzEZXca2%252BLD53bN%252FExNWdIiCjU%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557) in original packing from a few days ago... 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 June, 2013, 10:52:32 am
Quote from: andyoxon on 04 June, 2013, 08:00:23 pm
My British Eagle - in some sort of Audax form now.   531ST, 61cm frame, Rigida Sputnik rims.  Trying my Zefal Hpx pump in this position since I have a pump boss and it frees up the other bottle postion; have a cable tie just in case that large pot hole dislodges.

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5463/8950701113_c9cdda9b8c_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8950701113/)
P1170446 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/8950701113/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Proper bike Andy.

I miss mine.  It was a very civilised way to travel a long way briskly.

Needs a Barley though, in green and tan.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JordanCarroll on 06 June, 2013, 03:07:02 pm
Ahh, I haven't posted these here yet,
My George Longstaff Audax in it's current guise (although have relegated that brooks to my fixed bike, and replaced it with a Selle An-atomica for more layback)

(http://img805.imageshack.us/img805/6718/img1455zi.jpg)

and my fixed wheel Pearson,

(http://img585.imageshack.us/img585/6990/img2063zt.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 06 June, 2013, 05:44:46 pm
(the yellow Longstaff is lovely)

You look to have made a real effort with setting the bikes up for these photos - cranks level, valves down (certainly on the Longstaff - hard to tell on the Pearson).  The photo police might have to look a little harder than normal before ripping your composition apart!  No Marmite - but that rule does seem to be mainly for brand new bikes in kitchens??!?!?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 June, 2013, 05:48:20 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 06 June, 2013, 05:44:46 pm
(the yellow Longstaff is lovely)

You look to have made a real effort with setting the bikes up for these photos - cranks level, valves down (certainly on the Longstaff - hard to tell on the Pearson).  The photo police might have to look a little harder than normal before ripping your composition apart!  No Marmite - but that rule does seem to be mainly for brand new bikes in kitchens??!?!?

The lid of the bar bag on the Longstaff looks a little untidy - I think more effort could have been made  ;D

Joking aside, the Longstaff looks lovely, I like yellow.  JordanCarroll is obviously so that bike would fit me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 June, 2013, 10:11:41 am
I don't like yellow, but that Longstaff makes it look good!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 08 June, 2013, 09:14:01 am
a rose between 2 thorns ? (http://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/with/8985114856/)

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2807/8985114856_57363088c0_c.jpg)

oh, please yourselves.
</frankieHoward>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2013, 11:17:25 am
:D No pun left unpunned.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2013, 06:12:14 pm
She doesn't get out much, so, while I was waiting for my meeting on Clapham Common early this morning, naturally I asked Whsh the Woodrup to pose.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_4026_zpscd58443b.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ado15/media/IMG_4026_zpscd58443b.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_4027_zps2695d65e.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ado15/media/IMG_4027_zps2695d65e.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_4031_zps8a9f66d2.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ado15/media/IMG_4031_zps8a9f66d2.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/IMG_4030_zps15782fbb.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ado15/media/IMG_4030_zps15782fbb.jpg.html)

Please note the valves almost aligned (yes, I do use collars and dustcaps - wanna make summat of it?), and the pedals as aligned as they could be and still support the bike.  Apologies for my lack of forward planning, as I left the marmite at home.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 08 June, 2013, 07:35:28 pm
Clazza, clazza, classic n00b error there- it's facing the wrong way. We need to be able to take the mick out of your grubby sprockets.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 June, 2013, 09:25:11 pm
I'm left handed and don't care :P

My sprockets are shockingly grubby, though.  You've probably been saved from a real fright.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 09 June, 2013, 03:30:32 pm
Now they're both finally working at the same time, I can update this thread with the newly expanded fleet:

The "good" bike, aka the "do everything" bike. 2010 Specialized Tricross Sport Triple.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3762/8997026060_fc02a5f49e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dibdib/8997026060/)

The "old" bike, aka the "pub" bike, aka the singlespeed. Originally a 1987 Raleigh Criterium, now with mostly modern componentry.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7361/8995837963_1282d4a5ef.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dibdib/8995837963/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 09 June, 2013, 07:35:35 pm
Finished the Cotic Roadrat build today, full Deore 27spd with hydraulic disc brakes, 26" Mavic Crossride wheels.

Very pleased with it, rides really with.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20130609_160201_zps918ab3f5.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dinamo on 09 June, 2013, 08:20:25 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 09 June, 2013, 07:35:35 pm
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20130609_160201_zps918ab3f5.jpg)

That's very nice, GH
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 11 June, 2013, 12:18:24 am
Quote from: Dibdib on 09 June, 2013, 03:30:32 pm
The "old" bike, aka the "pub" bike, aka the singlespeed. Originally a 1987 Raleigh Criterium, now with mostly modern componentry.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7361/8995837963_1282d4a5ef.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dibdib/8995837963/)
Ah - that's more like it.

Nice arrangement.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marco Stefano on 14 June, 2013, 09:24:32 pm
Finally getting my head around posting photos on here - apologies if it all goes pear-shaped and someone has to intervene to protect the innocent.

1970 Twenty with Dynohub & integral glowworm lighting set.
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/97489540@N04/9045219450/)

2004 Kona Caldera retired to shopping duties with Mrs Marco in charge.
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/97489540@N04/9042997087/)

2007 Pompino, not much changed from stock.
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/97489540@N04/9045218928/)

2006 Hewitt Cheviot SE, now sporting larger tyres & a Tubus Tara front rack.
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/97489540@N04/9045218650/in/set-72157634124101485)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 14 June, 2013, 09:34:13 pm
Quote from: Marco Stefano on 14 June, 2013, 09:24:32 pm
Finally getting my head around posting photos on here - apologies if it all goes pear-shaped and someone has to intervene to protect the innocent.

1970 Twenty with Dynohub & integral glowworm lighting set.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3796/9045219450_c5f4832ee1_z.jpg)

2004 Kona Caldera retired to shopping duties with Mrs Marco in charge.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5323/9042997087_6ec8a0383b_z.jpg)

2007 Pompino, not much changed from stock.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3675/9045218928_c08cfc2315_z.jpg)

2006 Hewitt Cheviot SE, now sporting larger tyres & a Tubus Tara front rack.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3700/9045218650_cfac6b4f09_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 14 June, 2013, 11:09:12 pm
Quote from: clarion on 08 June, 2013, 06:12:14 pm
She doesn't get out much, so, while I was waiting for my meeting on Clapham Common early this morning, naturally I asked Whsh the Woodrup to pose.

...

Please note the valves almost aligned (yes, I do use collars and dustcaps - wanna make summat of it?), and the pedals as aligned as they could be and still support the bike.  Apologies for my lack of forward planning, as I left the marmite at home.

Nice.  I like that blue/frame colours, and good to see the DT shifters.  I actually took pics of mine before removing not so long ago, and still sometimes find myself reaching down.  Wondering what the bag is...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 June, 2013, 11:25:46 pm
The bay's a Carradice Super C on a Bagman QR.

And thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 20 June, 2013, 10:52:29 am
Well He might be a member, He is everywhere after all. Always thought He'd go for white though.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNMXbqLCQAEWZEZ.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:29:59 am
I didn't know Eric cycled, I'd expect him to have chosen Blue, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 20 June, 2013, 11:49:56 am
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:29:59 am
I didn't know Eric cycled, I'd expect him to have chosen Blue, though.

Eric used to be an keen cyclist, favoured Condor IIRC, like Jagger

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_urSQl6wUA5g/SM81bILMTrI/AAAAAAAADVY/Hi0sbpM0iqI/s1600/eric+clapton.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 June, 2013, 12:09:04 pm
Surely, in cycling circles, GOD has always been Gerald O'Donovan (of Carlton and RSP Ilkeston)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 02:42:24 pm
Quote from: Biff on 20 June, 2013, 11:49:56 am
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:29:59 am
I didn't know Eric cycled, I'd expect him to have chosen Blue, though.

Eric used to be an keen cyclist, favoured Condor IIRC, like Jagger

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_urSQl6wUA5g/SM81bILMTrI/AAAAAAAADVY/Hi0sbpM0iqI/s1600/eric+clapton.JPG)

Yeah of course, silly me, the album derailleur  gears
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 20 June, 2013, 09:57:54 pm
new bike added to the stable (picked it up today):

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-2t8UQsyTNuE/UcNqwpTLnfI/AAAAAAAAC7I/eTYHZCjowQY/s640/photo%25283%2529.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:58:05 pm
That's the reincarnation of the Mu Uno, isn't it? I love mine (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg640823#msg640823). Does yours have the plastic cover over the chain? I'm curious how they work out. Curious how the front brake has been moved trailing.

Oh, and if you ever need rear spokes.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 21 June, 2013, 11:22:01 am
the bike is tern link uno and shares a lot of design features with the dahon mu uno although tern and dahon are rivals, apparently. the plastic cover on the chain does add a bit of noise and drag, but not too bad - for some commuters keeping the chain enclosed may be more important. front brake was moved to the back of the fork so it doesn't get in a way when the bike is folded (handlebars/wheel have to be turned 180deg before the bike folds in half). the ride is fun as with most small-wheeled bikes. the seat angle is 77 degrees - very steep (my other folding bike (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=22914.msg1338287#msg1338287) has a seat angle of 75.5 degrees - still steep, but closer to conventional 73-74deg). this bike was won as a prize, courtesy of cyclemotion.co.uk

thanks regarding the spokes :) - i was rear ended by a moped, that's why the spoke broke last time. these wheels seem to be built well and all spokes are tight (in contrast to rear brommie wheel i dismantled the other day)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 June, 2013, 12:11:30 pm
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 02:42:24 pm
Quote from: Biff on 20 June, 2013, 11:49:56 am
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:29:59 am
I didn't know Eric cycled, I'd expect him to have chosen Blue, though.

Eric used to be an keen cyclist, favoured Condor IIRC, like Jagger

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_urSQl6wUA5g/SM81bILMTrI/AAAAAAAADVY/Hi0sbpM0iqI/s1600/eric+clapton.JPG)

Yeah of course, silly me, the album derailleur  gears

Well I thought it was post of the day anyway Ham.

Edit.
However...on checking the provenance of the Album Title it appears that Eric Clapton/Mick Turner actually beat you to it.

It took me a while to learn that pop-culture factoid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 21 June, 2013, 12:21:29 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 21 June, 2013, 12:11:30 pm
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 02:42:24 pm
Quote from: Biff on 20 June, 2013, 11:49:56 am
Quote from: Ham on 20 June, 2013, 11:29:59 am
I didn't know Eric cycled, I'd expect him to have chosen Blue, though.

Eric used to be an keen cyclist, favoured Condor IIRC, like Jagger

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_urSQl6wUA5g/SM81bILMTrI/AAAAAAAADVY/Hi0sbpM0iqI/s1600/eric+clapton.JPG)

Yeah of course, silly me, the album derailleur  gears

Well I thought it was post of the day anyway Ham.

Edit.
However...on checking the provenance of the Album Title it appears that Eric Clapton/Mick Turner actually beat you to it.

It took me a while to learn that pop-culture factoid.

I wasn't laying claim to the originality, but referencing. Another useless factoid is that my mono pressing of the album which has a divine almost marshall amp quality to the bass when played directly sounds like shit when digitised.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 21 June, 2013, 02:41:57 pm
My new singlespeed commuter with rack and guards now fitted. The gear (44x17) still feels a little tall at the moment but I'm getting used to it :)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hmLdsVbl86I/UcRXst_VqiI/AAAAAAAABlQ/Hv0BtSllK7U/w736-h553-no/2013-06-21+13.53.39.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 21 June, 2013, 05:26:27 pm
that ^^^^^ looks grand. :thumbsup:
Ideal for a 600km audax to Holl ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ianrauk on 22 June, 2013, 04:03:47 pm
Van Nic Ventus 2013 Ultegra with handbuilt wheels from DCR in Sussex.


(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/3541_10151466113785958_1394153549_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 June, 2013, 05:26:25 pm
Just finished building it up and tweaking - more to do. Cool orange outer cables - I fancy some subdude outrage at 59 years old :smug:

http://flic.kr/p/eSLRwM

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9107214333_dc33946051_o.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2013, 06:02:12 pm
Orange and blue is good. Not just subdude! Arc of the front brake cable looks a bit odd though, or is it just the camera angle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 June, 2013, 06:13:04 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 22 June, 2013, 06:02:12 pm
Orange and blue is good. Not just subdude! Arc of the front brake cable looks a bit odd though, or is it just the camera angle?

All arcs are off - until I finally decide on handlebar type, height and other complicashuns. So cables set long. Actually it's a particular bastard with this bar/brake set up to minimise the ugliness - I agree totally. Or cable tie bondage? See through outers and invisible inner cables are what I demand ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 23 June, 2013, 10:51:10 am
Quote from: slope on 22 June, 2013, 05:26:25 pm
Just finished building it up and tweaking - more to do. Cool orange outer cables - I fancy some subdude  outrage at 59 years old :smug:

http://flic.kr/p/eSLRwM

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9107214333_dc33946051_o.jpg)

Lovely bike that :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 23 June, 2013, 04:19:48 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 23 June, 2013, 10:51:10 am
Lovely bike that :thumbsup:

Thanks - it's a dream ride too. The Panaracer Paselas are real comfy. Thinking it needs a brown or honey Brooks, brown Hermann cork grips and gold braided gear/brake outers  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 23 June, 2013, 04:31:11 pm
Quote from: ianrauk on 22 June, 2013, 04:03:47 pm
Van Nic Ventus 2013 Ultegra with handbuilt wheels from DCR in Sussex.

(http://www.cyclechat.net/attachments/vannics-jpg.23378)

Does that work ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 23 June, 2013, 04:34:39 pm
Quote from: hatler on 23 June, 2013, 04:31:11 pm
Quote from: ianrauk on 22 June, 2013, 04:03:47 pm
Van Nic Ventus 2013 Ultegra with handbuilt wheels from DCR in Sussex.

(http://www.cyclechat.net/attachments/vannics-jpg.23378)


Does that work ?

No. Strange that - I've been getting this with some forum images lately (image appears as blue square; use "reply with quote" to see link; successfully go to link. Then, the image may or may not work as it should in the original post. Worked last night, invisible again today).

Nice bike though!

Edit: Aha! Image only works if logged in to that Other Place.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ianrauk on 23 June, 2013, 08:28:41 pm
Quote from: hatler on 23 June, 2013, 04:31:11 pm


Does that work ?

How about now?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 23 June, 2013, 08:39:44 pm
Quote from: slope on 22 June, 2013, 05:26:25 pm
Just finished building it up and tweaking - more to do. Cool orange outer cables - I fancy some subdude outrage at 59 years old :smug:

http://flic.kr/p/eSLRwM

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9107214333_dc33946051_o.jpg)

My Raliegh Peak, had the remain of orange decals, so the cable outers are in keeping with the model. (I think mine's been on this thread some time ago{edit - HERE (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg1351148#msg1351148) infact  :smug:})
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 24 June, 2013, 11:33:34 am
I'm a sucker for Olde Squoole MTBs converted to road use.  I have a 1996 Saracen "Force Trax"that looks very similar (in Tange CroMo).

That, by modern standards, long wheel-base actually makes them great touring bikes, keeping rear-panniers' weight inside the wheel-base and hence nice and stable..

My Saracen in road guise isn't too dissimilar from a Roberts or Thorn 26" "global touring bike".


There's also something childishly rewarding about latching onto the back of a club-run using an old MTB, with mudguards and rack.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 24 June, 2013, 07:24:20 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 24 June, 2013, 11:33:34 am
I'm a sucker for Olde Squoole MTBs converted to road use.  I have a 1996 Saracen "Force Trax"that looks very similar (in Tange CroMo).

That, by modern standards, long wheel-base actually makes them great touring bikes, keeping rear-panniers' weight inside the wheel-base and hence nice and stable..

My Saracen in road guise isn't too dissimilar from a Roberts or Thorn 26" "global touring bike".




I have a Cannondale Beast of the  East M800 which is superb for loaded cycle camping.The knobblies have been replaced with semi-slicks.Mudgaurds & front & rear racks complete the tranformation.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 25 June, 2013, 01:13:05 pm
Finally finished (well, mostly) the Kaffenback:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/kaff_3.jpg)

and a view of the cockpit:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/kaff_2.jpg)

It's got 1x9 gearing using a single Dura Ace bar-end shifter on an SJS handlebar mount (I have the other "hand" if I ever want to convert to double/triple). Wheels are Sun rims on Deore hubs I bought off Polar Bear otp a while ago shod with Continental tyres. It originally had Campag Veloce compact cranks on but the chainline wasn't right* so I bought some Stronglight cranks from gene hunt otp and these carry a single 36T TA ring with a Stronglight chainguard and Deda Dog Fang to keep it all in check. Bars are On One Fleegle. Just need to get some SPD combo pedals to complete.

* even with a "triple" BB. JIS BB's are available with longer axles to move things out a couple of mm.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 June, 2013, 01:50:51 pm
Looks great, very "tidy".

I am considering a 1x9 gear setup when I give my Saracen MTB a makeover.  Since I ride Single-Speed most of the time 1x9 should give me a luxurious selection of gears to choose from in a reliable setup.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 25 June, 2013, 06:04:43 pm
^^^ Looks great  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trickletreat on 25 June, 2013, 07:16:38 pm
Here is my new partner, an Enigma Etape with a few goodies , Thompson carbon bars, Thompson stem and some hand built wheels. This is a belated 50th birthday present to myself, a bike I have dreamed of.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/inamini/IMG_0304_zps8c76ad79.jpg)

Nigel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 25 June, 2013, 07:29:32 pm
Nice bike Trickletreat :thumbsup:

What type of seat pak are you using?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trickletreat on 25 June, 2013, 07:35:59 pm
Quote from: jogler on 25 June, 2013, 07:29:32 pm
Nice bike Trickletreat :thumbsup:

What type of seat pak are you using?

Thank you. The seat pack is a Topeak Mondo XL
http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/mondopackxl_qc

Nigel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 25 June, 2013, 09:30:14 pm
Quote from: slope on 22 June, 2013, 05:26:25 pm
Just finished building it up and tweaking - more to do. Cool orange outer cables - I fancy some subdude outrage at 59 years old :smug:

http://flic.kr/p/eSLRwM

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9107214333_dc33946051_o.jpg)

That's one of the nicest bikes I have seen for ages.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 26 June, 2013, 10:15:12 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 25 June, 2013, 01:13:05 pm
Finally finished (well, mostly) the Kaffenback:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/kaff_3.jpg)

Very nice and good to see the cranks new home.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 29 June, 2013, 01:27:16 pm
Quote from: ianrauk on 22 June, 2013, 04:03:47 pm
Van Nic Ventus 2013 Ultegra with handbuilt wheels from DCR in Sussex.


(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/3541_10151466113785958_1394153549_n.jpg)

S'ver' tidy looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 29 June, 2013, 09:51:34 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/moulton_zps0aacb334.jpg)

1964 Series 1 Moulton (for any Moulton pedants out there - previous owner added the 'speed' sticker and 'docked' the tail)
Moulton AM mudguards, 5 speed Sturmey sprinter in a 28 hole steel shell, twin stem mounted gear levers, Ti B17, Nitto moustache bars,  brass bell, unbranded dual pivot brakes, & carbon bar end brake levers as I like the brake position and the juxtaposition!  :)

On the way back from a jaunt into Oxford to Walton Street Cycles and go Outdoors (hence the sleeping bag). Lovely ride! and the bus shelter seemed like a good backdrop...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 30 June, 2013, 12:27:14 am
The fleet

Surly LHT - 58cm, 26 inch
(http://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/fleet-4-of-13.jpg)
I originally built this with drop bars, but replaced them with On One Mary's when I built the Spa Audax. Otherwise, Spa XD2 triple, 46-34-24 and 11-28 at the back. Currently wearing Schwalbe Marathon Racer 26x1.5 on Rigida Snyper. Front's a bit light with this set up, so may go back to midge bars or add a front rack at some point. Bars aren't quite as high as they look in this pic.


Spa Cycles Steel Audax - 58cm
(http://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/fleet-3-of-13.jpg)
I really like this bike, despite only having ridden 80 miles on it so far. Build is a mixture of stuff, but comes out at 22lbs before bagman, Pendle(?) and guards, 25lbs with all on. Wheels are Chrina on 105 with 28mm Ultremos. Front mech is Ultegra 6703 and rear is duraace 7900 with 7900 12=25 cassette.


Peugeot Aravis/Aneto fixed - first ride today
(http://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/fleet-8-of-13.jpg)
More details on the Fixed gallery sooner or later

(http://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/fleet-2-of-13.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trickletreat on 02 July, 2013, 11:20:22 pm
My brother in law needed something to get about on while he is in UK, so cleaned up this bike and put a few bits on. It was bought for my son in 98 and after a bit of cleaning and adjustment it was ready to go, quite wish it was big enough for me!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/inamini/IMG_0306_zpsf65100f5.jpg)

Nigel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 July, 2013, 09:35:15 am
Quote from: trickletreat on 02 July, 2013, 11:20:22 pm
My brother in law needed something to get about on while he is in UK, so cleaned up this bike and put a few bits on. It was bought for my son in 98 and after a bit of cleaning and adjustment it was ready to go, quite wish it was big enough for me!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/inamini/IMG_0306_zpsf65100f5.jpg)

Nigel

oooeerrrrr.. Another '90s MTB in "Global Touring Bike" guise.  Luv 'em.

Despite the move to full suss Halford bikes for £99 or, at the other extreme, people commuting on £2500 full sussers, without ever intending to go off-road, these '90's MTBs really were the ideal bike for most people.

They had braze-ons for mudguards and/or racks.  You could fit road tyres.  They were fairly long wheelbased for a nice stable ride with luggage, Many had really nice light CroMo frames and they were basically bombproof.

Worth seeking out the 531 and Tange CroMo bikes of this vintage imo.

Note. When I get around to fitting a front rack to my Saracen I'll post the finished "ever so butch" photos.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 03 July, 2013, 09:39:33 am
There is something so right about them.  That look of purposefulness and that nothing is going to be too much for the bike. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2013, 09:55:26 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 03 July, 2013, 09:39:33 am
There is something so right about them.  That look of purposefulness and that nothing is going to be too much for the bike.

I was out on mine last night for the first time since about February; in fact I spent a happy 30 minutes on Monday evening taking the Marathon Winters off!

Sure, the bike (2004 Claud Butler Rock hard tail with sus forks) is noticeably heavier than the Ribble I've been riding for most of this year.  The Marathon Cross 26x1.75 boots don't help.  But it rolls along nicely enough, bounced over numerous potholes and splashed through a ford.  All with no bother and it was great fun!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trickletreat on 03 July, 2013, 05:04:11 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 03 July, 2013, 09:39:33 am
There is something so right about them.  That look of purposefulness and that nothing is going to be too much for the bike.

This is my go to bike for school run with daughter, camping, shopping etc, again one from the 1990's. I run it on road tyres now.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v425/inamini/IMG_0308_zpsbeeb107e.jpg)

Nigel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 July, 2013, 05:15:22 pm
I think we need a new Gallery thread "MTB Road bike conversions".  Must have road tyres and/or rack and luggage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 03 July, 2013, 05:17:10 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 03 July, 2013, 05:15:22 pm
I think we need a new Gallery thread "MTB Road bike conversions".  Must have road tyres and/or rack and luggage.

I was just about to post the same thing <spooky>

edit: new thread here (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=73436.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2013, 05:23:17 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 03 July, 2013, 05:17:10 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 03 July, 2013, 05:15:22 pm
I think we need a new Gallery thread "MTB Road bike conversions".  Must have road tyres and/or rack and luggage.

I was just about to post the same thing <spooky>

Great idea!!!
Title: Burls Ti Build
Post by: rafletcher on 06 July, 2013, 03:09:36 pm
Finally some photos of my build-up of MacB's Burls Ti frame, along the theme of his original concept, with slight variations!


(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0526.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0526.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0528.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0528.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0529.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0529.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0530.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0530.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0531.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0531.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0532.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0532.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 10 July, 2013, 08:16:26 am
Nice, that's one mean machine.  Not sure the kick stand really goes though...   

;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rafletcher on 10 July, 2013, 12:55:04 pm
It's a "od-pod" stand - supports the bike either side on the BB - and not a permanent attachement  ;)

Should have got the red one I guess!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 11 July, 2013, 12:24:26 am
Cotic X - finished building it up 2 years ago yesterday as it happens. Has had skinny knobblies chucked on and ridden a couple of CX races, as well as taken me up and over the Pentlands and generally stood up to everything I can throw at it. Slicks on and it eats the miles - will be using it on the Bealach Mor.

(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6124/5918202933_b77b95e5e6.jpg)

Planet X Kaffenback, in its third incarnation. Built 5 years ago to do my first attempt at the Bealach Mor, with drops, 10spd and triple Campag and no guards. When my fixed wheel frame died it took over commuting, and threw my mousetache bars on. When the rims on the original wheels got worn so thin daylight could be seen through I got new ones built up with a dynamo on the front. Porteur rack for camerabag, took off the front mech and the extra chainrings (after this pic, as well as getting a matching rear 'guard).

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/9107493731_bfce0d3b50.jpg)

Cotic Soul - frame no.73. Recently got rid of the heavy suspension form, and whacked on a lovely rigid carbon job. 26" slicks for urban japes, studded winter tyres for occasional commuter duties, Panaracer Fire XC for going properly off-road. Still. Love. This. Bike.

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2878/9259077492_7db98afc0e.jpg)

Sunbeam restoration - apparently from the 30s. Just acquired a second frame to try and harvest the BB from it (long story). Hoping  to have this back on the road in the next week or two.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8016/7564095860_6087dc939c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 July, 2013, 10:49:04 am
Fowl bikes. Your efforts at bike building and restoration are poultry.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 11 July, 2013, 10:59:13 am
Stop egging him on. He'll have you in front of the beak.

So, your Kaff is 1x9 gearing too? What fork is that on your MTB? I'm considering ditching the sus fork on mine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 11 July, 2013, 11:28:55 am
1 x 10 on the Kaff. Does the job beautifully on the commute (not taken it up Arthur's Seat yet, but the Royal Mile was fine).

The MTB fork is 'Exotic'. Apparently they make forks for other people that double in price once they are re-branded. The weight saving over the old Marzocchi Bombers was insane (and I got most of the cost back on the new forks by selling the old ones on eBay), so I ended up shelling out even less.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 11 July, 2013, 11:48:01 am
Thanks for the info.

My Kaff (recently finished) is 1x9. Early days to know whether this is sufficient but with 36x32-11 I have about a 30" - 86". Swapping to 34T bottom will be under 30".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: blackpuddinonnabike on 12 July, 2013, 11:03:14 am
I've a 42T on, which I think I'm going to get dropped to 39T. But there's that same worry about dropping the gear a little too low (not so much for the ascents, but for descents, hate spinning out, feels like I'm losing out somehow!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 13 July, 2013, 04:43:41 pm
Another Soul.

(http://i41.tinypic.com/14sh0lz.jpg)

I was very sad to get rid of my old MTB as we'd had a lot of fun together but I'm pretty sure I made the right choice.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 14 July, 2013, 04:45:38 pm
Two classic Colnago Masters at the start of today's ride, my 1999 Master Extralight (blue) and my friend Steve's 1994 Master Olympic:

(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rhys.llangefni/lluniau/colnagos2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 14 July, 2013, 09:54:58 pm
My inbred out and about today.
(http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/P1040618.jpg) (http://blog.a-dan.me.uk/)
Title: Re: Burls Ti Build
Post by: Qui on 15 July, 2013, 01:25:30 pm
Quote from: rafletcher on 06 July, 2013, 03:09:36 pm
Finally some photos of my build-up of MacB's Burls Ti frame, along the theme of his original concept, with slight variations!


(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg.html)


That's a very nice build.  :thumbsup:


Here is my main road bike:

(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/herodote/2013-04-07123634_zpse82aebac.jpg)

(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/herodote/2013-04-07123708_zpscab92e5f.jpg)

Scapin KS pro (Steel is real!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 15 July, 2013, 03:20:56 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7314/9290912061_091d3fea46_c.jpg)
Bike ready for LEL (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/9290912061/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 15 July, 2013, 03:22:23 pm
Snow-bike lite (Genesis High Latitude singlespeed with Pugsley's front wheel) - one of the selling points of the Salsa Enabler fork is that you can fit a fat front wheel to a 29er. Since the diameter of 26x3.8 is more or less the same as that of 29x2.25 the geometry isn't too far out of whack.

(https://www.interzen.co.uk/landfill/media/images/P1020216.JPG)

Ready for .... just about anything ;)

(this is a temporary thing, at least until winter - still waiting for bits to build the 'proper' front wheel)
Title: Re: Burls Ti Build
Post by: MacB on 16 July, 2013, 10:23:51 pm
Quote from: rafletcher on 06 July, 2013, 03:09:36 pm
Finally some photos of my build-up of MacB's Burls Ti frame, along the theme of his original concept, with slight variations!


(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0525.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0526.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0526.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0528.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0528.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0529.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0529.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0530.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0530.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0531.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0531.jpg.html)

(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k87/rafletcher/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0532.jpg) (http://s86.photobucket.com/user/rafletcher/media/Burls%20Ti/CIMG0532.jpg.html)

the red and black do look awesome together, very tidy indeed  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 18 July, 2013, 07:14:30 pm
Wot MacB said. I'm gutted I didn't buy that frame, actually!  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo on 19 July, 2013, 09:10:03 pm
Here's mine well the ride-able ones.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 19 July, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/P1080096_zps43bcc0f0.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/tandemcorn_zps06cc27a4.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/P1080112_zps39d4a0bc.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/P1080104_zpsf287cae8.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/P1080089_zpsf1054f5a.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/Tandem1_zps32dc6ece.jpg)

Took photos of my 1937 Raleigh Tandem today as I'm thinking of selling it.  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 July, 2013, 10:59:24 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 30 June, 2013, 12:27:14 am

Peugeot Aravis/Aneto fixed - first ride today
(http://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/fleet-8-of-13.jpg)
More details on the Fixed gallery sooner or later



I do like that Peugeot :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 July, 2013, 11:22:38 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 19 July, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
Took photos of my 1937 Raleigh Tandem today as I'm thinking of selling it.  :'(
It's too beautiful to sell!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 19 July, 2013, 11:28:13 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 19 July, 2013, 11:22:38 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 19 July, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
Took photos of my 1937 Raleigh Tandem today as I'm thinking of selling it.  :'(
It's too beautiful to sell!

I need the space, and lack a stoker.  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 19 July, 2013, 11:44:11 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 19 July, 2013, 10:51:28 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Raleigh%20Tandem/Tandem1_zps32dc6ece.jpg)

Took photos of my 1937 Raleigh Tandem today as I'm thinking of selling it.  :'(

It's unbearable. The machine alone is lovely, but the time taken to, for example, align the cranks with a given tube, and then to choose such a perfect setting, but then to add the pathos of the (Oh-don't-we-all-know-it-so-well?) lack of a willing, regular stoker.

I can't stand it, I tell you. It's all too horrible.

Watson, the needle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 20 July, 2013, 09:25:30 am
I took the easy route of picking the location before aligning the cranks.  :demon:

I do get offers from willing stokers, but rarely local to me.  :(

I rode it 86 miles home, solo, from this ride:  :smug:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Mercuryyandem.jpg)

A cream linen suit, for cycling!!! Am I mad?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 20 July, 2013, 09:27:14 am
Quote from: Wobbly John on 20 July, 2013, 09:25:30 am


A white linen suit, for cycling!!! Am I mad?  ;D

you were certainly splendidly dapper :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 22 July, 2013, 09:30:16 am
The boy's new bike:

(http://woofage.co.uk/cycling/dawes_jul13_1.jpg)

Few bits of tidying still to do, plus it needs new tyres (LBS didn't have any "affordable" tyres for 26" wheels). The frame is rather unusual as it has Giro decals (a road bike range) and has a short top tube for a MTB frame. It also carries a Reynolds 631 sticker and is certainly light enough to be made from that or similar tubing. Ritchey rear dropouts too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 July, 2013, 07:19:42 pm
More alterations to the 'Raleigh'. A slightly more modern outfit than the one worn at L'Eroica.

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5541/9350919195_385ddd2c3e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/9350919195/)
P7232183 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/9350919195/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 23 July, 2013, 07:21:26 pm
What the heck is that Dawes' stem?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 23 July, 2013, 07:54:15 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 23 July, 2013, 07:21:26 pm
What the heck is that Dawes' stem?

A ridiculous BMX thing. Although the frame is short, it's on the limit for the lad so I sought out the shortest stem I could find cheaply.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 28 July, 2013, 10:33:01 am
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3721/9383832878_06864c6bb8_c.jpg)

Old thorn XTC above the Lot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 28 July, 2013, 03:26:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/994852_4992481942446_1946544466_n.jpg)   


one cross check looking clean after this morning's 55 mile ride around the gwendraeth/towy valley  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ghostrider on 28 July, 2013, 06:48:50 pm
My Principia Rex-e Pro

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3830/9383265423_c9df995df9_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo on 28 July, 2013, 08:02:37 pm
I'll try again heres my two
(http://i643.photobucket.com/albums/uu156/robkav/WP_000062.jpg) (http://s643.photobucket.com/user/robkav/media/WP_000062.jpg.html)
Croix de fer currently undergoing a transformation into the most comfortable commuter and my trusty inbred.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 July, 2013, 05:54:01 pm
1993 George Longstaff touring frame (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9392288137/sizes/o/) just given a good tanning with a new Brooks Imperial and Planet X brown handlebar tape. Does brown become the new black when one approaches 60?

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5445/9392288137_bd46be5119_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 29 July, 2013, 06:22:11 pm
Quote from: slope on 29 July, 2013, 05:54:01 pm
1993 George Longstaff touring frame (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9392288137/sizes/o/) just given a good tanning with a new Brooks Imperial and Planet X brown handlebar tape. Does brown become the new black when one approaches 60?
I have no idea.
To be honest, I'd be more concerned about catching the rotten sod who attached a plank of wood1 to the side of your bike ;)

ObBike: n+1, now finished: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=22914.msg1531610#msg1531610

1 - although obviously its lightweight racing wood, because its had bits cut out of it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 July, 2013, 06:42:56 pm
Quote from: interzen on 29 July, 2013, 06:22:11 pm
Quote from: slope on 29 July, 2013, 05:54:01 pm
1993 George Longstaff touring frame (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9392288137/sizes/o/) just given a good tanning with a new Brooks Imperial and Planet X brown handlebar tape. Does brown become the new black when one approaches 60?
I have no idea.
To be honest, I'd be more concerned about catching the rotten sod who attached a plank of wood1 to the side of your bike ;)

ObBike: n+1, now finished: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=22914.msg1531610#msg1531610

1 - although obviously its lightweight racing wood, because its had bits cut out of it.
Nah - it's a Plank Imperial!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 July, 2013, 07:21:12 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 28 July, 2013, 10:33:01 am
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3721/9383832878_06864c6bb8_c.jpg)

Old thorn XTC above the Lot.

That's the first Thron I've seen that looks GOOD :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 01 August, 2013, 01:56:41 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 28 July, 2013, 03:26:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/994852_4992481942446_1946544466_n.jpg)   


one cross check looking clean after this morning's 55 mile ride around the gwendraeth/towy valley  :thumbsup:

That slide is an excellent way to mount your bike in a hurry.

I assume someone shines the Bat Signal into the sky and you get changed, Wallace & Grommit style, as you descend the slide.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 August, 2013, 01:15:25 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/Picture452_zps5c1fe236.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/Picture452_zps5c1fe236.jpg.html)

Jess out on an early morning 'constitutional' to Eyensford
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 02 August, 2013, 08:41:27 pm
On-One Inbred knocked up for MasterC mainly from the spares box...


(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Bikes/IMG_0390_zps40ad7763.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: welshwheels on 03 August, 2013, 08:31:39 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 01 August, 2013, 01:56:41 pm
Quote from: welshwheels on 28 July, 2013, 03:26:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/994852_4992481942446_1946544466_n.jpg)   


one cross check looking clean after this morning's 55 mile ride around the gwendraeth/towy valley  :thumbsup:

That slide is an excellent way to mount your bike in a hurry.

I assume someone shines the Bat Signal into the sky and you get changed, Wallace & Grommit style, as you descend the slide.
        As soon as the freedom pass is issued from mrs ww  it's a zip wire out of the bedroom window get changed wallace and gromit style and I am away down the slide and out the gate  :thumbsup: 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 05 August, 2013, 09:29:35 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 20 July, 2013, 09:25:30 am
Took photos of my 1937 Raleigh Tandem today as I'm thinking of selling it.  :'(

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Mercuryyandem.jpg)

A cream linen suit, for cycling!!! Am I mad?  ;D

Just waved the tandem Goodbye.  :'(

It's off for a career in film & TV - sold to a props company. It has experience in this field - it appeared in this Stella Artois commercial

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjFHcN_UwDE
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 06 August, 2013, 04:12:39 pm
Many many rules have been broken here  :facepalm:. Valves aren't at 6 o'clock, cranks are in the wrong place and probably other things. I expect much abuse...

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3781/9449824487_5156ecc667_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9449824487/)
Giant Peloton 8200 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9449824487/) by Squarewheels (http://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/), on Flickr

Sees a lot of abuse use. Haven't had it very long, and had a 3 week holiday with no bike, so I haven't had a lot of chance to use it. Everything is as it was when I bought it apart from brake blocks and saddle. I think it needs some Shimano Ultegra 6700 wheels though... I would like to fit mudguards but I reckon the clearances are far too tight, but I have seen one of these with full SKS mudguards before. Does geometry vary? 423.2 miles (with me - since about June 20th 2013)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7459/9452616940_19cc5861f9_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9452616940/)
Dawes Sardar (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9452616940/) by Squarewheels (http://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/), on Flickr
 
2008 model with added drop handlebars and very expensive bar tape (Cinelli Caleido). Was my only bike for about a year. 3482.6 recorded miles (with me - since June 4th 2012)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3833/9452623988_df69d14b80_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9452623988/)
Emmelle Bullet 12 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9452623988/) by Squarewheels (http://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/), on Flickr

Heavy, uncomfortable and in several pieces, scattered around the sekrit bunka. Needs rebuilding, but I don't really have a use for it and it isn't really worth anything...I guess it would work as a winter bike. 0 miles (with me)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 06 August, 2013, 04:26:19 pm
Quote from: Squarewheels on 06 August, 2013, 04:12:39 pm



How do I make the pictures work other than right click, open image in new tab...? :-[

In Flickr there's a curling arrow at the bottom of your picture that says something like "Sharing" or "More Ways to Share" select the "Grab the HTML/BBCode" option, copy the text from the box below which will look something like this:

Code: [Select]
[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/9376112828/][img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7438/9376112828_683c0e4ec9_z.jpg[/img][/url]
[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/9376112828/]Untitled[/url] by [url=http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/]paulfulford[/url], on Flickr
Paste that directly into your post and you'll get something like this:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7438/9376112828_683c0e4ec9_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/9376112828/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/9376112828/) by paulfulford (http://www.flickr.com/people/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 06 August, 2013, 04:39:48 pm
They should work now - Thank you :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 August, 2013, 02:46:21 pm
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2842/9598310891_9ae0a6ecb6_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9598310891/)
IMG_1691 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9598310891/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest updates to the '82 Raleigh Record Ace - gone are the mudguards, back to moustache bars and added gold coloured braided brake and gear outer cables :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 August, 2013, 10:16:44 am
Quote from: slope on 09 August, 2013, 02:46:21 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7324/9470283147_032e555fb3_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/)
RRA_1551 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest updates to the '82 Raleigh Record Ace - gone are the mudguards, back to moustache bars and added gold coloured braided brake and gear outer cables :o

Classic looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 13 August, 2013, 05:02:06 pm
Quote from: slope on 09 August, 2013, 02:46:21 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7324/9470283147_032e555fb3_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/)
RRA_1551 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest updates to the '82 Raleigh Record Ace - gone are the mudguards, back to moustache bars and added gold coloured braided brake and gear outer cables :o

Very nice :)

After using moustache bars for the first time on my fixed bike, I've been thinking of swapping the drops/down tube shifters for moustache/bar end shifters on my Bob Jackson winter bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 August, 2013, 05:17:22 pm
Quote from: windy on 13 August, 2013, 05:02:06 pm
Quote from: slope on 09 August, 2013, 02:46:21 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7324/9470283147_032e555fb3_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/)
RRA_1551 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9470283147/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest updates to the '82 Raleigh Record Ace - gone are the mudguards, back to moustache bars and added gold coloured braided brake and gear outer cables :o

Very nice :)

After using moustache bars for the first time on my fixed bike, I've been thinking of swapping the drops/down tube shifters for moustache/bar end shifters on my Bob Jackson winter bike.

I really like the various hand positions on the moustache bars, although it took a few stem length changes to get it just right. Initially I tried them with Campag Ergo levers, as I'd seen pic of a couple of bikes like that - but I couldn't get on with them, so adopted the tried and tested simple bar end shifters. I might have a bash at mounting them on VO thumbshifter brackets when Freshtripe get some stock - but they'd have to be fairly close to the centre of the bars so as not to foul the really comfortable hands on hoods position. Oh fettlisiuossimotastico ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 13 August, 2013, 09:27:08 pm
You've done 2 PBPs and 3 LELs with a Schmidt hub dynamo, mudguards, rack, 36h Mavic Open Pros and Veloce triple:
and now you're a pimped Shimano compact gadfly with bling deep section rims, and naked from the waist down. Beast!

Hope you enjoy your new life, can always revert to the old stuff

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/2013-08-13211326_zps80ca0ee3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 14 August, 2013, 10:06:37 pm
Quote from: Pip on 13 August, 2013, 09:27:08 pm
You've done 2 PBPs and 3 LELs with a Schmidt hub dynamo, mudguards, rack, 36h Mavic Open Pros and Veloce triple:
and now you're a pimped Shimano compact gadfly with bling deep section rims, and naked from the waist down. Beast!

Hope you enjoy your new life, can always revert to the old stuff

Aren't bikes just brilliant?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 August, 2013, 11:59:04 am
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2867/9543670889_e15c1fc747_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9543670889/)
George Longstaff 531 Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9543670889/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest incarnation
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 August, 2013, 12:01:07 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9546457272_ce0700f38f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/)
George Longstaff Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

+ new Carradice Kendal Panniers
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 20 August, 2013, 10:23:44 am
Quote from: slope on 19 August, 2013, 12:01:07 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9546457272_ce0700f38f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/)
George Longstaff Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

+ new Carradice Kendal Panniers

Looks really nice.  Never seen the Kendal panniers before.  They look like a really useful size for light touring or credit card touring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 20 August, 2013, 10:43:02 am
Quote from: slope on 19 August, 2013, 12:01:07 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9546457272_ce0700f38f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/)
George Longstaff Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

+ new Carradice Kendal Panniers

*Like*

Is that a mirror, and is it handlebar mounted or frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 August, 2013, 10:46:31 am
Quote from: slope on 19 August, 2013, 11:59:04 am
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2867/9543670889_e15c1fc747_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9543670889/)
George Longstaff 531 Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9543670889/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Latest incarnation

Nice, very classic looking :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 20 August, 2013, 10:59:50 am
Quote from: Wobbly John on 20 August, 2013, 10:43:02 am
Quote from: slope on 19 August, 2013, 12:01:07 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9546457272_ce0700f38f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/)
George Longstaff Touring Bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9546457272/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

+ new Carradice Kendal Panniers

*Like*

Is that a mirror, and is it handlebar mounted or frame?
That looks like a mirror plugged in to the end of the bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 20 August, 2013, 06:34:32 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 20 August, 2013, 10:23:44 am
Looks really nice.  Never seen the Kendal panniers before.  They look like a really useful size for light touring or credit card touring.
Not used them yet - larger than Super C fronts, smaller than rear Super C and I figured the square shape would be good for shopping - maybe I only think in the box?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 20 August, 2013, 06:40:40 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 20 August, 2013, 10:43:02 am
*Like*

Is that a mirror, and is it handlebar mounted or frame?

Recommended - SPRINTECH (http://www.wildoo.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=41&Itemid=71)

For reasonably discreet, you get reasonably small - but they adjust real good and you get two bikes worth, unless you're born again Mod, in which case you'll already have some mirrors and lots and lots of front lights?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 August, 2013, 10:56:30 pm
Was fed up with the paint job of my venerable thorn audax, and the paintwork was sadly up to thorns usual standards.
Got a nice bob jackson respray.

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2805/8769989623_4d1c9f4cd5_c.jpg)

Spec:
Dura-Ace 9 speed bar-end shifters
Shimano 600 brake levers
Tiagra r.mech with new jockey wheels
De-ore LX f.mech. Ancient, but works fine
Stronglight chainset, 34/46 with TA rings
Ultegra 9sp cassette, 14-25
Open-Pro rims,, on mavic 501 f.hub, shimano XT r.hub
Rolls saddle - ancient
Cinelli XA stem - ancient
Cinelli ergo bars, narrow as I could get 38cm outsides - ancient
pretty old shimano long-drop brakes
New cables (shimano), chain (sram)
...and...... splashed out on schwalbe ultremo 28 tyres

http://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/sets/72157634002221738/

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7326/9579464412_7853fabd1e_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 August, 2013, 11:29:41 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7324/9470283147_032e555fb3_o.jpg)

I like how the seat stays on older frames are so slim. My thorn is isn't built oversize looks it in comparison.  Frames now are going back to the really slim stays.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 24 August, 2013, 11:31:18 am
Nice job on the Thorn. I've got a Thorn Audax Classic just like yours and it too is off to Bob Jackson this winter for a re-spray. I'm not sure what to have done yet, keep looking at similar bikes in the photo's section for idea's.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 26 August, 2013, 05:22:11 pm
Better photo? of the 82 RRA

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2842/9598310891_9ae0a6ecb6_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9598310891/)
IMG_1691 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9598310891/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 26 August, 2013, 05:27:07 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 23 August, 2013, 10:56:30 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7326/9579464412_7853fabd1e_c.jpg)
Mmmm .... orange.

I'm considering having the 1x1 resprayed that exact colour, and by Bob Jacksons too (their workshop is near where my ex lives, so it's easy enough to drop off/collect the frame)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 August, 2013, 02:02:27 pm
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5453/9604890733_9e6bef38fc_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9604890733/)
Ral-Peak-Blue-Tape (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9604890733/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3763/9608124874_962d65b6e6_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9608124874/)
Ral-Peak-Blue-Tape-3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9608124874/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

92' Raleigh Peak NOW getting there! Gone all Californian hippy and Tressorexed (over innertube) the bars AND jute twined them 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 August, 2013, 07:38:54 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7455/9610291868_04082d7d6a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610291868/)
Mercian (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610291868/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3779/9610298250_6109ba1f5a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610298250/)
Mercian Front (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610298250/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5442/9610301048_d03f521a1c_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610301048/)
Mercian Detail (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610301048/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

This is the story so far with my Mercian project. The frame is a 1976 Superlight that is in super condition so doesn't need anything much done to it cosmetically. The main colour is bronze with gold and silver bands and contrasting lug lining. The frame was probably originally used for time trialling and with this in mind I started out with the idea of using lightweight componets, hence the Weinmann 500 callipers...but then I just started using bits that I liked the look of; so here it is with Campag aero seatpost and Brooks Pro saddle, Tange headset, GB bars and stem with Suntour Superbe levers and Simplex Retrofriction gear levers. I have a NOS Campag GS chainset, NRecord derailleur, Record front mech and Suntour pedals that I have lined up for this...although that may change as I am enamoured with all things Suntour at the moment. I need to think about some wheels although I may use those from the Pat Hanlon in the short term while that is off the road to have the frame refinished. More soon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 August, 2013, 10:35:56 pm
Looks like being an interesting project.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 03 September, 2013, 08:38:54 pm
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5536/9664374927_1ff66b72aa_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9664374927/)
Ashford-Cannondale (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9664374927/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

A run out on the Cannondale at the weekend and things are beginning to look a little more autumnal here in Kent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 03 September, 2013, 10:31:51 pm
I think I recognise that Gate!! Anywhere near Bethersden??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 04 September, 2013, 11:06:26 am
Quote from: Juan Martín on 27 August, 2013, 07:38:54 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7455/9610291868_04082d7d6a_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610291868/)
Mercian (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/9610291868/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

 

Looking good  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 September, 2013, 09:57:23 pm
Chain's a bit lack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 September, 2013, 04:13:33 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 03 September, 2013, 10:31:51 pm
I think I recognise that Gate!! Anywhere near Bethersden??

Yes it is! Well spotted!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Marco Stefano on 05 September, 2013, 09:10:47 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 05 September, 2013, 04:13:33 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 03 September, 2013, 10:31:51 pm
I think I recognise that Gate!! Anywhere near Bethersden??

Yes it is! Well spotted!

We're not far off a 'Name the Gate' thread. And then the slippery slope to guest publication on HIGNFY.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 07 September, 2013, 08:56:43 am
(http://www.pbase.com/johnewing/image/151915431.jpg) (http://www.pbase.com/johnewing/image/151915431)

2001 Team Lapierre Ti frame w. 1" steerer, Kinetic 1 fork, Shim 105 10-spd triple, Mavic Open Pro rims, SON hub, IQ/Fly, Y2K Selle San Marco aero saddle. My Titanico X is a much more comfortable saddle but when I put it on my sciatic nerve plays silly buggers after a few hundred k.

The rims are different colours because I ordered grey for the front without realising that Mavic's new idea of grey was nearly black.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 September, 2013, 06:47:49 pm
A restoration work in progress.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000429_zpsc12512a9.jpg)

You would not believe the loveliness of the 30-some year old paint job.  8)

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000430_zps09d33168.jpg)

Not done much so far but the chrome is good, all the decals are complete and it will be for sale when it is finished . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 07 September, 2013, 08:00:01 pm
Gorgeous. But, thankfully, it looks far too big for me.
Is that Campag indexed gear levers btw?  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 September, 2013, 08:56:15 pm
Quote from: eck on 07 September, 2013, 08:00:01 pm
Gorgeous. But, thankfully, it looks far too big for me.
Is that Campag indexed gear levers btw?  8)

Appears to be friction only. Were they ever switchable like the old Sh*m*n* levers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 07 September, 2013, 09:09:29 pm
Lovely frame, you should get a good price for that - Columbus tubing with Italian craftsmanship, chrome and a great paintjob is always in demand.

The Syncro (indexed) shifters were around in the days of 7-sp if not earlier - maybe they're missing the insert?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 11 September, 2013, 08:10:54 pm
What size is the Frame Tors?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 September, 2013, 08:53:57 pm
Not a bike yet, but was once and will be again ASAP. Last week's Ebay find for a drunken last minute bid (sole peanuts bid :o) 1948 P.T. Stallard "Montlhery" frame and forks - Accles and Pollock tubes. Incredulous condition given such light thin tubing - weighs 6lb 4oz with headset. Can't wait to ride it :) Check out the "killer" lugs. Benelux dropouts with DS hanger sawn off. British League of Racing Cyclists sticker on seat tube. Percy being the father of such things

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2821/9709388117_26025dc80a_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9709388117/)
PTS-Montlhery (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9709388117/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Basil on 11 September, 2013, 09:56:04 pm
Lovely.  :-*

Soon to be lovelied.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 September, 2013, 11:48:57 am
Must have been wonderfully well looked after. Looks gorgeous!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 12 September, 2013, 12:18:34 pm
Oh that is nice.

What is the braze-on on the forks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 September, 2013, 12:29:02 pm
lamp boss?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 September, 2013, 01:33:19 pm
Wow, that's a real treasure!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 12 September, 2013, 02:00:00 pm
Quote from: Tom M on 12 September, 2013, 12:18:34 pm
What is the braze-on on the forks?

Cudzoziemiec is correct - a lamp boss

Thinking these are Belgian Ekla lugs - the fork crown and spearpoint ends of the seatubes are spot on - as are the headtube lugs APART from the cutouts. Maybe Percy had a lad who made the tea and cut them down inbetween brews?

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3673/9709390445_ffc8feb36b_o.jpg)

Wondering what components to put on it now! Don't want to go totally period specific - but don't wanna ruin it with Di2 and plastic carbon :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 September, 2013, 07:48:50 pm
"Fancy lugwork may not make the machine run any easier, but it certainly increases pride of ownership."
CTC Gazette, 1953-ish, commenting on a cycle show.

I think you can be gurt proud of this one.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 12 September, 2013, 08:00:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 12 September, 2013, 07:48:50 pm
"Fancy lugwork may not make the machine run any easier, but it certainly increases pride of ownership."
CTC Gazette, 1953-ish, commenting on a cycle show.

I think you can be gurt proud of this one.  ;D

That's not fancy lugwork - it's downright aggressive 1940s Belgian spikey fetishistic stuff with attitude and then some ;D

I shall be sleeping with this frame until I decide what to chuck on it and set me free, awheel :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 September, 2013, 11:48:16 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 11 September, 2013, 08:10:54 pm
What size is the Frame Tors?

ITRO 58/60cm.

I'll measure it properly in the morning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 14 September, 2013, 05:31:07 pm
(https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1187113_10100655521561700_475053641_n.jpg)

Awful picture, but the new bike is in.

2014 Trek Madone 4.7, with some project one style colour swaps 60cm
Mavic Ksyrium Elite S wheels
Schwalbe Ultremo ZX 25mm tyres
Fizik Aliante saddle
105 SPD-SLs
Bontrager Duotrap built in cadence / speed sensor
Bontrager Node 2.1 with forward mount
2x Bontrager RL cages
Garmin Etrex mount

Like that, it weighs 8.1kg. The 2014 frame is very different to the 2013 that got busted. It has the hidden mudguard mounts from the Domane and the KVF aero tubes and internal cable routing from the 5 series. It's also 2014 11-speed Ultegra with the new dual pivot brakes.

Better pictures later...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 14 September, 2013, 05:48:15 pm
It's probably a blurred picture because it was going so fast already. Good job you didn't get it in red.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 14 September, 2013, 06:57:51 pm
Looks lovely but it needs some blingy carbon pedals  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 14 September, 2013, 07:32:58 pm
Quote from: slope on 12 September, 2013, 08:00:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 12 September, 2013, 07:48:50 pm
"Fancy lugwork may not make the machine run any easier, but it certainly increases pride of ownership."
CTC Gazette, 1953-ish, commenting on a cycle show.

I think you can be gurt proud of this one.  ;D

That's not fancy lugwork - it's downright aggressive 1940s Belgian spikey fetishistic stuff with attitude and then some ;D

I shall be sleeping with this frame until I decide what to chuck on it and set me free, awheel :thumbsup:

The lugs and fork crown are what you'd expect from that period, and it looks like they're used as supplied, ie unmodified. Fancy lugs are the type found on Hetchins etc.

From http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/stallard.html
Quote
Stallard cycles were well designed, well made, functional machines that lacked the fancy lugwork so cherished today. However they were in great demand by shrewd clubmen who appreciated sound design and good quality with top equipment at a competitive price.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 16 September, 2013, 10:48:41 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 14 September, 2013, 05:31:07 pm
(https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1187113_10100655521561700_475053641_n.jpg)

Awful picture, but the new bike is in.

2014 Trek Madone 4.7, with some project one style colour swaps 60cm
Mavic Ksyrium Elite S wheels
Schwalbe Ultremo ZX 25mm tyres
Fizik Aliante saddle
105 SPD-SLs
Bontrager Duotrap built in cadence / speed sensor
Bontrager Node 2.1 with forward mount
2x Bontrager RL cages
Garmin Etrex mount

Like that, it weighs 8.1kg. The 2014 frame is very different to the 2013 that got busted. It has the hidden mudguard mounts from the Domane and the KVF aero tubes and internal cable routing from the 5 series. It's also 2014 11-speed Ultegra with the new dual pivot brakes.

Better pictures later...

Project One is a great idea if you have the funds isn't it  :thumbsup:

Nice bike BTW.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 16 September, 2013, 08:34:56 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0422_zpse4e6f4c0.jpg)

1980s Overbury's Pioneer stripped back to bare metal to check all the brazing's ok, coated in ACF50 anti corrosion spray and built up eith the bits from my 1980's Muddy Fox and christened at last weekend's Hampshire camping
do.

Lovely ride... Now I know I like riding it (having owned the f&f for almost 2 years) I'll hopefully get it painted at Christmas.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 September, 2013, 10:08:13 am
Pure ATB pr0n!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 18 September, 2013, 10:14:51 pm
The Cube, now fully rigid oooeerr!

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3830/9802968513_5577f319dd.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)Glen Etive by - David Bithell ( oggl @DJB )- (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 September, 2013, 11:59:13 am
'82 RRA now with black tyres and Carradice Honey Zipped Roll as barbag :D

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2852/9803310016_6c5a51fd7a_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9803310016/)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5504/9803266585_5bc68a3036_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9803266585/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 19 September, 2013, 12:01:30 pm
Hmm.  It's still a whole bundle of loveliness, but I think the skinwall tyres fit better with the look.  YMMV, and it's your bike. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 September, 2013, 12:02:21 pm
Interesting bars - sort of "flat drops". I think I want something like that for my hybrid as I'm not that keen on the straight flat bars it has.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 September, 2013, 12:16:15 pm
Quote from: clarion on 19 September, 2013, 12:01:30 pm
Hmm.  It's still a whole bundle of loveliness, but I think the skinwall tyres fit better with the look.  YMMV, and it's your bike. ;D

But semi sheen rubber looks faster in black :P The water bottle is doin' my head in though :sick:

Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 19 September, 2013, 12:02:21 pm
Interesting bars - sort of "flat drops". I think I want something like that for my hybrid as I'm not that keen on the straight flat bars it has.

On One/Planet X moustachoid bars MUNGO (http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMU/on_one_mungo_handlebar)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 September, 2013, 12:20:37 pm
I think I need a 25.4mm clamp diameter, so they won't fit, but thanks anyway.

As for the water bottle, you need a YACF bidon, The One True Water Bottle. Unless, of course, you don't.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 19 September, 2013, 12:44:52 pm
That RRA is lovely. I lusted after one in my teens, eventually getting a Raleigh rapide road bike. Now with mo' bars it's even better.

The mo' bars are a personal favourite. They're on my Moulton with carbon bar end brake levers and stem mounted gear shifters and on my Overbury's ATB and the Dawes tandem with drop bar brake levers and bar end shifters.

The variety of positions of drop bars but no unnecessary bending, & you can ride on the hoods still too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 September, 2013, 12:48:16 pm
Quote from: bumper on 18 September, 2013, 10:14:51 pm
The Cube, now fully rigid oooeerr!

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3830/9802968513_5577f319dd.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)Glen Etive by - David Bithell ( oggl @DJB )- (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)

That looks well 'ard :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 19 September, 2013, 01:52:15 pm
Quote from: bumper on 18 September, 2013, 10:14:51 pm
The Cube, now fully rigid oooeerr!

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3830/9802968513_5577f319dd.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)Glen Etive by - David Bithell ( oggl @DJB )- (http://flic.kr/p/fWfM1v)

Mmmmmmm- blue shiney :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 19 September, 2013, 04:06:22 pm
You're correct Slope, it is 'ard now the rebas have gone :D

And some of the blue shiny bits aren't very spangly anymore Fuzzy. The hope stuff is still looking good and the on one Mary bars are good but the blue stuff from superstar is going silver already! My 3/4 humvees have rubbed the blue anodising off the seatpost in 1 ride and after this last ride its gone very silver in places. It's only a month old and looks like its been on the bike for years :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 19 September, 2013, 04:42:22 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 19 September, 2013, 12:44:52 pm
That RRA is lovely. I lusted after one in my teens, eventually getting a Raleigh rapide road bike. Now with mo' bars it's even better.

The mo' bars are a personal favourite. They're on my Moulton with carbon bar end brake levers and stem mounted gear shifters and on my Overbury's ATB and the Dawes tandem with drop bar brake levers and bar end shifters.

The variety of positions of drop bars but no unnecessary bending, & you can ride on the hoods still too!

A second hand RRA was my fist ever 531 with Campag jewels machine in 1983 - so getting this frame and forks was a wholey wistful indulgence ::-)

And yes, the Mungo/Mo's provide more than enough comfortable positions - I like "on the hoods" - makes me feel like an aero plus foured old fart - especially with my Campag cotton cap on backwards ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 20 September, 2013, 03:22:13 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/543938_10100662073077410_306681042_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/553022_10100662073142280_746443637_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1239040_10100662073257050_1452640492_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/524628_10100662073476610_1058240426_n.jpg)

Fettling my Aravis, and gave it a clean. Fitted some new bits so it's perfect, but still waiting for tyres. Feeling lots of regret. Discussions with the financial controller regarding a stay of execution are being had. As the chap in the bike shop put it:

"She looks well for it".

 :'(

We were always happy together....

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/601766_10151945375954451_1563442668_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 20 September, 2013, 03:50:12 pm
OOh... is it a caption it?

"Sorry.... pffffvvvvttt..."
"Just off up the next hill for a pee..."
"Pfffvvvtt... Sorry!"

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 20 September, 2013, 04:09:16 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 20 September, 2013, 03:50:12 pm
OOh... is it a caption it?

"Sorry.... pffffvvvvttt..."
"Just off up the next hill for a pee..."
"Pfffvvvtt... Sorry!"

 :D

Potential buyers should note that I've subsequently changed the saddle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 September, 2013, 01:43:57 pm
Late wife's '92 custom Longstaff Touring/Audax F&F being made to fit me ::-)

Go to take it over to the workshop and ream seat tube out from 27mm to 27.2mm so as to fit VO Grand Cru longer setback seatpost (to make up for the steeper seat tube angle :thumbsup:)

Neat shiny dinky little SP PV-8 Dyno Hub :D

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3834/9853064384_783f925a05_o.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5492/9814869096_365a7abb11_o.jpg)
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9853064384/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 22 September, 2013, 06:53:57 pm
The Decathlon b'twin Triban 3 these days...

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5548/9879159456_c8579109a9_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/9879159456/)
P1190893 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/9879159456/) by ao (http://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 22 September, 2013, 07:23:56 pm
My Italia when barely used. Now has a few more bits and bobs on it!

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2888/8971606620_8d686f3c63_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/menthel/8971606620/)
New bike (http://www.flickr.com/photos/menthel/8971606620/) by menthel (http://www.flickr.com/people/menthel/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 24 September, 2013, 08:44:42 pm
The answer to can I fit muguards to this = yes...It's bloody tight under the fork at the front. Also with new folding Gatorskins - much better grip and (hopefully) longevity.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7351/9920937826_95253a1a00_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9920937826/)
Giant Peloton Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9920937826/) by Squarewheels (http://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/), on Flickr

I can't decide which picture is best. The one above shows the colour best...

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5527/9920937856_6e4d4346b8_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9920937856/)
Giant Peloton Audax (http://www.flickr.com/photos/73850411@N02/9920937856/) by Squarewheels (http://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/), on Flickr

Now known as audax/winter mode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 26 September, 2013, 11:16:55 pm
Tight squeeze here too. New winter bike built from the remains of my Madone 4.5, hung on a Madone 2.3 frame.

(https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1236849_10100667589083290_779446191_n.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3811/9962932976_80f0cd8bc9_b.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7399/9962893624_72066e9c9b_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 27 September, 2013, 10:11:55 am
^^ nice bike and nice colour! (but functionally it is very similar to your other trek?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 September, 2013, 10:26:01 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 26 September, 2013, 11:16:55 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7399/9962893624_72066e9c9b_b.jpg)
I love this photo. Is it the Cotswolds?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 27 September, 2013, 10:31:37 am
Yes - extraordinarily similar - had the bike fitter replicate the position from the fit on the 4.7.

This is about keeping the carbon bike for treats, and not using it when I want to go quick when the weather is grotty. At the mo' all I have is a fixed CX bike, and gearing it for the hills around here means its speed limited on the flat, let alone downhill.

This build was too good an offer from my LBS to pass up - nearly all the bits came from the old 4.5 that was written off. The insurance company didn't want it back, and this deal was done on the basis that I gave the dead frame back to Trek. They didn't want a cosmetically perfect carbon Madone that had hit a 4x4 at 40+kph floating about. I wouldn't have done, but it would have been easy for it to end up on ebay advertised as a "<1y old mint condition 4-series carbon Madone".

This is Otley Chevin, overlooking the moor between Menston and Baildon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 September, 2013, 10:40:56 am
Ah - the walls are so similar and even the hills!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 27 September, 2013, 09:00:54 pm
Raleigh Record recently acquired as the pub bike -

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20130927_164257_zps63118861.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 05 October, 2013, 04:23:35 pm
early birthday present from the ever-lovely mrsmike:

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3791/10101129776_7793ac1ae5_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/10101129776/)
5D3_6411 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/10101129776/) by simpleimages_mike (http://www.flickr.com/people/68792434@N03/), on Flickr

is now quite a lot muddier   :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 05 October, 2013, 04:57:07 pm
Limesurlicious!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 05 October, 2013, 05:09:51 pm
Mike: that looks good :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 05 October, 2013, 05:37:11 pm
Very very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 05 October, 2013, 06:59:41 pm

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3791/10101129776_7793ac1ae5_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/10101129776/)
5D3_6411 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/10101129776/) by simpleimages_mike (http://www.flickr.com/people/68792434@N03/), on Flickr

Simples  :thumbsup: I likes that I does :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 October, 2013, 08:11:13 pm
I'm a little bit jealous.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 06 October, 2013, 09:12:37 pm
Green with envy?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 06 October, 2013, 09:20:07 pm
Quote from: Rhys W on 06 October, 2013, 09:12:37 pm
Green with envy?
Green with something - Surly call that 'Hospital Foam Green' ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 07 October, 2013, 12:26:25 am
Now, if you subsequently find that the top tube is a bit long for you...

DIBS!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 07 October, 2013, 09:38:04 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 07 October, 2013, 12:26:25 am
Now, if you subsequently find that the top tube is a bit long for you...

DIBS!

Just keep your Aravis....  Re-spray if it's the colour you like! ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 07 October, 2013, 12:26:13 pm
I even have the CX tyres ready to go :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 05:39:18 pm
New Bicycle machine thingy ..... treated myself

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg.html)
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg.html)


WIll be replacing the knobbly tyres with big fat road tyres
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 06:24:49 pm
Quote from: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 05:39:18 pm
New Bicycle machine thingy ..... treated myself

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg.html)
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg.html)


WIll be replacing the knobbly tyres with big fat road tyres

Love that.

If that was mine it'd have midge bars, fat slicks or ice tyres with guards. My bad taste may not suit you though :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 06:27:18 pm
I've ordered some riser bars and will be swopping the tyres for a set of Big Apples or Fat Franks
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 06:32:39 pm
Quote from: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 06:27:18 pm
I've ordered some riser bars and will be swopping the tyres for a set of Big Apples or Fat Franks

My bad taste is contagious, almost :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 07 October, 2013, 06:34:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 06:24:49 pm
Quote from: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 05:39:18 pm
New Bicycle machine thingy ..... treated myself

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_153451_zps1d38bf3f.jpg.html)
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20130926_155505_zps60f94935.jpg.html)


WIll be replacing the knobbly tyres with big fat road tyres

Love that.

If that was mine it'd have midge bars, fat slicks or ice tyres with guards. My bad taste may not suit you though :)
Mine's got Mary bars ... wouldn't have it any other way.
It also has hydraulic brakes and 9 fewer gears  :P

Nice bikes - can't understand why Genesis discontinued them, although I'd like to take a length of Clue-By-Four to the idiot who thought a crimped seat tube was a good idea.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 07:04:44 pm
There seems to be a few of us on here with bad taste then :D


I could live with the seat tube. I've seen the adventure and love it, especially with the price reductions. I just daren't get another bike yet!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 07 October, 2013, 09:53:38 pm
Quote from: interzen link=topic=17.msg1573486#msg1573486 date
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Mine's got Mary bars ... wouldn't have it any other way.
It also has hydraulic brakes and 9 fewer gears  :P

Nice bikes - can't understand why Genesis discontinued them, although I'd like to take a length of Clue-By-Four to the idiot who thought a crimped seat tube was a good idea.

Just received some EA50 monkey bars.. Going to stick those on and see how I go... How do you find the Mary bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 10:05:52 pm
I don't know about interzen but I love mine. They are what made me happy on my mtb, see above post with my pic.

They're like risers with a huge sweep backwards. The backwards sweep enable you to tilt the horizontal angle to suit your wrists perfectly.

The only downsides I've found are:

Hydraulic brake hoses may need to longer to cope with the extra distance backwards.

In very technical off road sections, especially going slowish the bars can be in at your knees. I run a 40mm stem though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 10:53:50 am
Quote from: bumper on 07 October, 2013, 10:05:52 pm
I don't know about interzen but I love mine. They are what made me happy on my mtb, see above post with my pic.
Wouldn't be without them, to be honest - the I've got them on both my Genesisisisises, with another pair waiting in the wings for when I rebuild the Pugsley. The only reason my 1x1 doesn't have them is because the hose on the front brake is too short and I can't be arsed to replace it just yet.

The backsweep is a big win, especially in light of recent armfail (trapped ulnar nerve) and with Ergon grips they're just plain awesome. They don't sweep back as much as the Jones H/Loop bars, though. In fact, if On-One did a 'loopy' version of the Mary bar I'd be all over that - Jones bars are nice, but not £100-worth of nice.

I've got Midge bars on my soon-to-be-sold yellow Day One, and they're about the best road-oriented bars I've used - my choice of hydraulic brakes precludes their use on the mountain bikes, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 02:30:46 pm
Quote from: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 10:53:50 am
if On-One did a 'loopy' version of the Mary bar I'd be all over that

God, I wish they would!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 03:26:20 pm
Quote from: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 02:30:46 pm
Quote from: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 10:53:50 am
if On-One did a 'loopy' version of the Mary bar I'd be all over that

God, I wish they would!
The closest I found was the Surly Moloko bar, and that didn't stay in production for very long ...

I shall endeavour to take a picture of Fortitude Adventure + Mary bars on the way home.

EDIT: Just noticed that the price of the Jones Loop bars has gone up to £130 ... or £400 if you want the Ti version  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 04:24:01 pm
I think I'll stick to Mary bars!

Don't forget the pic ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 05:25:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 04:24:01 pm
I think I'll stick to Mary bars!

Don't forget the pic ;)
Your wish is my command  ... behold the awesomeness of Mary bars and fixed-gear transmissions (crappy phone pics, sadly)
This very bicycle will, with any luck, be going on a little trip to Leftpondia next year ...

(https://www.interzen.co.uk/images/gfa1.jpg)

(https://www.interzen.co.uk/images/gfa2.jpg)

Both pics can be embiggened through the magic of clickage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 05:39:58 pm
Excellent :thumbsup:
I'm well jeal ( TOWIE speak ) :D

I do like them, I've even been pricing them up!

Its nice to see a bike that comes with a rigid fork too. I'm trying to drop hints to my wife but she's got selective hearing syndrome. I can't even get the frame because most of my mtb parts won't fit. I'd definitely have alfine, slicks, guards and midge bars. So that means avid bb7s. Don't think I'd risk ss for load lugging duties.

Liking the green saddle ;)


Don't think I've ever had a green bike before.........



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 05:51:36 pm
Quote from: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 05:39:58 pm
Excellent :thumbsup:
I'm well jeal ( TOWIE speak ) :D

I do like them, I've even been pricing them up!
Given that they're now discontinued, you should be able to get one at a reasonable price - the full build spec has an Alfine-11 and BB7s which would tick most of the boxes for you. You'd need to fit new bars and brake levers though.

This one was built up from frame and forks - it started life as a singlespeed, but once I got my High Latitude (essentially the same frame but in Reynolds 520 rather than 725) the Green Machine was converted to 2-speed fixed and the HL is now a singlespeed. I didn't get on with BB7s so fitted Deore hydraulics which are monumentally evil stoppers - given that I'm planning to ride the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (and all that it entails) I figured that I'd happily sacrifice the field-bodgeability of BB7s for something that would actually stop me in extremis - still need to fit the 180mm rotors, though. The only other change that's on the cards is rebuilding the front wheel with an SP PD-8 hub dynamo to hook up to an eWerk which will, in turn, charge my GPS.

As it stands now, it's almost ready for monumentally silly off-road bike adventures. Wish I could say the same about the rider.

Quote
Liking the green saddle ;)
B17 Standard in funky colours - I've got an orangeMandarin one on my orange Day One.
Worth the extra couple of quid over a bog-standard B17 if colour coordination is your thang.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 08 October, 2013, 08:37:33 pm
I had a Dawes Horizon a while ago and really liked it, but they have now stopped making them and whilst this year they now offer a cheap Galaxy it is alloy frame and really nasty parts.

So a search found that Spa cycles have them in stock, so over the weekend I pdi'd it and changed the parts that I had spare etc.

Did a short ride on Sunday to make sure all is well and I am very pleased with it.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20131006_120559_zpsb538a597.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 08 October, 2013, 10:54:51 pm
Quote from: interzen on 08 October, 2013, 05:25:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 08 October, 2013, 04:24:01 pm
I think I'll stick to Mary bars!

Don't forget the pic ;)
Your wish is my command  ... behold the awesomeness of Mary bars and fixed-gear transmissions (crappy phone pics, sadly)
This very bicycle will, with any luck, be going on a little trip to Leftpondia next year ...

(https://www.interzen.co.uk/images/gfa1.jpg)


(https://www.interzen.co.uk/images/gfa2.jpg)

Both pics can be embiggened through the magic of clickage.

Very cool looking machine, put the Easton monkey bars on mine tonight, plus a riser stem extension to bring the bars level with the seat I'm getting to old for riding around with my arse in the air. Not sure I like the look of it though may see if a stem with a steeper angle may work. And you are right there are fortitude bargains to be had got mine for half of list price
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JennyB on 09 October, 2013, 06:48:03 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-T7DOtlAxxn4/UlWL7lyF6xI/AAAAAAAAAoo/lUjuOblJPi4/s576/IMG_00000196.jpg)

Nothing fancy, but it suits me. Basically a Trek 7.1FX with seatpost and cranks from an old Cannondale tourer. Bars are SJS Northrounder with Ergonish grips from Lidl. Front bag is a modified waist pack, hung from a couple of bar ends. Hub motor to help up the hills, with the battery in the Cadet saddlebag. Worst ever range 36 miles, best 100 on just over half charge.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 09:22:16 am
I have been asked to babysit a demo bike for a litle while so am currently enjoying one of these babies (http://www.trekbikes.com/uk/en/bikes/2013/archive/trek/superfly_al_elite/#).

I'm gonna get in trouble I think  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 10 October, 2013, 09:35:13 am
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 09:22:16 am
I have been asked to babysit a demo bike for a litle while so am currently enjoying one of these babies (http://www.trekbikes.com/uk/en/bikes/2013/archive/trek/superfly_al_elite/#).

I'm gonna get in trouble I think  ;D

Even you I should be able to climb the local hills with 24*36 gearing  ;D

Your work does seem to want you to increase n to > s
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 10 October, 2013, 11:36:08 am
Overbury's now with Vittoria Adventure tyres, rather than the knobblies previously fitted, mudguards and a lovely shiny bell... but still not painted yet...


(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0436_zpse51cb233.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 October, 2013, 11:58:56 am
Right, we need a YACF competition to devise a paint scheme for Moulonaught's bike. I suggest red and black stripes, Dennis the Menace style.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 October, 2013, 12:05:22 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 October, 2013, 11:58:56 am
Right, we need a YACF competition to devise a paint scheme for Moulonaught's bike. I suggest red and black stripes, Dennis the Menace style.
Orange.
The One True Colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 October, 2013, 12:40:23 pm
In that case, I've changed my mind. It should be fuschia fusia fiushia phusia oh bollocks let it be green with yellow spots.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 10 October, 2013, 12:44:51 pm
suggestions please..

https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=76664.0

 :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 08:18:22 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 09:22:16 am
I have been asked to babysit a demo bike for a litle while so am currently enjoying one of these babies (http://www.trekbikes.com/uk/en/bikes/2013/archive/trek/superfly_al_elite/#).

I'm gonna get in trouble I think  ;D

And her it is, in all it's glory-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC03982.jpg) (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/mattlangridge/media/DSC03982.jpg.html)

Complete with the excess weight that is a considerable amount of goose shit from the ride home.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 11 October, 2013, 09:42:35 am
I always wondered what was in Marmite.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 October, 2013, 01:30:51 pm
Marmite in a plastic tub? What is the world coming to?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 11 October, 2013, 03:14:55 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 08:18:22 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 10 October, 2013, 09:22:16 am
I have been asked to babysit a demo bike for a litle while so am currently enjoying one of these babies (http://www.trekbikes.com/uk/en/bikes/2013/archive/trek/superfly_al_elite/#).

I'm gonna get in trouble I think  ;D

And her it is, in all it's glory-

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC03982.jpg) (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/mattlangridge/media/DSC03982.jpg.html)

Complete with the excess weight that is a considerable amount of goose shit from the ride home.

Ooh, ver nice. Am demoing a Whyte 129S, a Rumblefish and a Remedy, and maybe even a Stache over the next month. I think my LBS (who suckered me into it by asking me to lead some groups on a demo day) are trying to make MrsMekon very cross with me.

I really covet a Stache 8.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 11 October, 2013, 03:29:41 pm
What frame size are you?

One of our mechanics has either a Superfly like the one I am demoing or a Stache in the green anodized gubbings stylee that he may be trying to sell.........
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 October, 2013, 06:58:37 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 11 October, 2013, 03:29:41 pm
What frame size are you?

One of our mechanics has either a Superfly like the one I am demoing or a Stache in the green anodized gubbings stylee that he may be trying to sell.........

Fuzzy. Know what? Yer in the clartes, mate . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 11 October, 2013, 07:48:57 pm
Ready for winter

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2869/10212415806_8702bdee60.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/)
IMG_0535 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 11 October, 2013, 11:02:48 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 11 October, 2013, 06:58:37 pm
Quote from: fuzzy on 11 October, 2013, 03:29:41 pm
What frame size are you?

One of our mechanics has either a Superfly like the one I am demoing or a Stache in the green anodized gubbings stylee that he may be trying to sell.........

Fuzzy. Know what? Yer in the clartes, mate . . .

Story of my life that  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 12 October, 2013, 08:23:40 am
The biggest size I expect. I ride a 60cm Madone and a 61cm Tricross.

But seriously, I'm already 1 bike over my agreed limit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 October, 2013, 07:39:17 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 October, 2013, 07:48:57 pm
Ready for winter

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2869/10212415806_8702bdee60.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/)
IMG_0535 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Cor!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 October, 2013, 05:20:13 pm
Quote from: JennyB on 09 October, 2013, 06:48:03 pm
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-T7DOtlAxxn4/UlWL7lyF6xI/AAAAAAAAAoo/lUjuOblJPi4/s576/IMG_00000196.jpg)

Nothing fancy, but it suits me. Basically a Trek 7.1FX with seatpost and cranks from an old Cannondale tourer. Bars are SJS Northrounder with Ergonish grips from Lidl. Front bag is a modified waist pack, hung from a couple of bar ends. Hub motor to help up the hills, with the battery in the Cadet saddlebag. Worst ever range 36 miles, best 100 on just over half charge.

^^^  :thumbsup: Like the sandwich of lighting too
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 13 October, 2013, 05:28:05 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 October, 2013, 07:39:17 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 October, 2013, 07:48:57 pm
Ready for winter

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2869/10212415806_8702bdee60.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/)
IMG_0535 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Cor!

Fulfils all criteria for "proper lovely bike".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 October, 2013, 05:31:03 pm
A Sloper Finessing Obsessive checking in again ::-)

Brooks Mustard Leather Bar Tape @ £15 had to be worth a punt?

Paul Metcalfe was indeed right, the black tyres were no match for the previous gumwalls (always make me think of my dad's dentures) AND NOW the bar tape coordinates with the tyres 8)


(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/10248941214_1f18c33b0a_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10248941214/)
Brooks-Mustard (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10248941214/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5478/10249036995_2d75fe457c_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249036995/)
Brooks-Mustard2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249036995/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2859/10249070025_f954421ef8_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/)
RRA-Mustard-Zip-Roll (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 06:05:11 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 October, 2013, 05:28:05 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 October, 2013, 07:39:17 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 October, 2013, 07:48:57 pm
Ready for winter

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2869/10212415806_8702bdee60.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/)
IMG_0535 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Cor!

Fulfils all criteria for "proper lovely bike".

Except it's a bit big ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 13 October, 2013, 06:12:43 pm
Taken this morning, weather was awful, as is the picture :-\

Bike is lovely though :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/dalby13thoct2013.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/monstadog/media/dalby13thoct2013.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 06:19:41 pm
Quote from: slope on 13 October, 2013, 05:31:03 pm
Paul Metcalfe was indeed right, the black tyres were no match for the previous gumwalls (always make me think of my dad's dentures) AND NOW the bar tape coordinates with the tyres 8)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2859/10249070025_f954421ef8_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/)
RRA-Mustard-Zip-Roll (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

*ahem*

Quote from: clarion on 19 September, 2013, 12:01:30 pm
Hmm.  It's still a whole bundle of loveliness, but I think the skinwall tyres fit better with the look.  YMMV, and it's your bike. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 October, 2013, 07:01:59 pm
Quote from: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 06:19:41 pm
Quote from: slope on 13 October, 2013, 05:31:03 pm
Paul Metcalfe was indeed right, the black tyres were no match for the previous gumwalls (always make me think of my dad's dentures) AND NOW the bar tape coordinates with the tyres 8)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2859/10249070025_f954421ef8_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/)
RRA-Mustard-Zip-Roll (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

*ahem*

Quote from: clarion on 19 September, 2013, 12:01:30 pm
Hmm.  It's still a whole bundle of loveliness, but I think the skinwall tyres fit better with the look.  YMMV, and it's your bike. ;D

Embarrassed of Gogledd  :-[

Who is Paul Metcalfe? Who seems to live near where I did - NOTE me trying to deflect my red face ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 07:07:43 pm
;D  Never mind the reason, you did The Right Thing :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 October, 2013, 07:12:20 pm
Quote from: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 07:07:43 pm
;D  Never mind the reason, you did The Right Thing :)

I always hope so - this is a decent forum after all :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 13 October, 2013, 07:18:09 pm
Quote from: clarion on 13 October, 2013, 06:05:11 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 13 October, 2013, 05:28:05 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 October, 2013, 07:39:17 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 October, 2013, 07:48:57 pm
Ready for winter

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2869/10212415806_8702bdee60.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/)
IMG_0535 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/10212415806/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Cor!

Fulfils all criteria for "proper lovely bike".

Except it's a bit big ;)

Not for me it's not ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 14 October, 2013, 11:03:56 am
Quote from: slope on 13 October, 2013, 05:31:03 pm
A Sloper Finessing Obsessive checking in again ::-)

Brooks Mustard Leather Bar Tape @ £15 had to be worth a punt?

Paul Metcalfe was indeed right, the black tyres were no match for the previous gumwalls (always make me think of my dad's dentures) AND NOW the bar tape coordinates with the tyres 8)


(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8393/10248941214_1f18c33b0a_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10248941214/)
Brooks-Mustard (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10248941214/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5478/10249036995_2d75fe457c_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249036995/)
Brooks-Mustard2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249036995/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2859/10249070025_f954421ef8_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/)
RRA-Mustard-Zip-Roll (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10249070025/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr

Very very smart
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 14 October, 2013, 11:22:00 am
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/20131012_165144_zps9f434932.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/20131012_165144_zps9f434932.jpg.html)


fuggly stem extender but keeps the weight off my dodgy post fracture wrist...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 October, 2013, 11:31:23 am
Needs a green saddle.

Just sayin', like  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 14 October, 2013, 12:45:34 pm
Quote from: interzen on 14 October, 2013, 11:31:23 am
Needs a green saddle.

Just sayin', like  :P

Lol... it does... but there is a lot of bum-time invested in the brown one
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 14 October, 2013, 01:45:01 pm
My ever shrinking fleet

Kona King Zing
(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/A4A166B0-B589-42D0-8DCC-4904D4BFCC02-151-0000000A47323C07_zpsfbc6130c.jpg)

Ridgeback Platinum
(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/3ED9AFE2-E580-436B-B525-1E56F653B8A3-151-0000000A42F4E5DF_zps3df28780.jpg)

Cube Ltd Pro
(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/A1F809E7-4586-4CA8-8A9D-2B151654739D-151-00000009D0FACA68_zpse44a7b9a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Hammerman on 20 October, 2013, 08:12:23 am
Quote from: gene hunt on 08 October, 2013, 08:37:33 pm
I had a Dawes Horizon a while ago and really liked it, but they have now stopped making them and whilst this year they now offer a cheap Galaxy it is alloy frame and really nasty parts.

So a search found that Spa cycles have them in stock, so over the weekend I pdi'd it and changed the parts that I had spare etc.

Did a short ride on Sunday to make sure all is well and I am very pleased with it.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20131006_120559_zpsb538a597.jpg)
I have a Dawes Horizon as well, bought it 2 1/2 years ago. I've been thinking of selling it but after seeing your photo, it reminded me how much I enjoyed riding it, not that fast but still put a smile on my face. Not going to sell it now. Thanks
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 12:49:32 am
They are lovely bikes. I just took mine out on a rough stuff fellowship ride, and it has also been my main audax bike this year. It's a shame Dawes went messing around with the touring range this year (the old horizon is probably closest to the 2013 Galaxy (http://www.dawescycles.com/p-791-galaxy.aspx), which is now chromo steel not R531)

Spa are still selling the 53cm Horizon for £500 which is a good price for the bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 October, 2013, 02:16:58 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 12:49:32 am

Spa are still selling the 53cm Horizon for £500 which is a good price for the bike.

Ssshh !
I've just alerted a friend to that following the sad demise of her much loved and widely travelled old Horizon.
I don't want them to sell out before she's been able to get one   ;)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 October, 2013, 02:19:08 pm
Quote from: bumper on 14 October, 2013, 01:45:01 pm
My ever shrinking fleet

[...]
Needs moar Genesis.

G'wan, you know you want to  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 October, 2013, 02:36:24 pm
Was buying another but the @:%# I was buying it off sold it to someone else. It was orange with alfine too!

We'd arranged to meet at the weekend but got a message saying it was sold so don't bother calling over :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 03:49:46 pm
Not as impulsive as it seems, but this weekend's RSF ride (and Saturday's realization that the hybrid was unsalvageable) led me to press the buy button for this which I picked up today :D

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-DJwAeoUdAU0/UmU8i-Dd-OI/AAAAAAAABuA/wKvHr8_x6hg/w737-h553-no/DSCF1314.JPG)
It's a 2011/12 Voodoo Bantu. When I've got it sorted (and the floods recede outside) I'll go and get it muddy ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 21 October, 2013, 04:04:11 pm
Shweet (this thread is really bad for me... :hand:).

Jealous much....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toestrap on 21 October, 2013, 09:33:15 pm
Mutton dreassed as lamb ::-), a galaxy makeover:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7335/10305811434_c5562297a4_c.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 October, 2013, 06:06:48 am
I like your Hope 1 mounted on the fork.  Can we have a close up of that?  You even got a colour match!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 October, 2013, 06:24:51 am
That works very nicely
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toestrap on 22 October, 2013, 09:21:45 am
Thanks, image herewith

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7397/10418203123_6e0a314bfe_c.jpg)

Rear view. There's a light bracket boss brazed on the fork which first took one of those nEver Ready tin lights with the switch on top.

The bracket I've fettled (botched) is a sandwich of a small length of pipe (salvaged from the children's ex-climbing frame) covered with inner tube held between two penny washers and held in place by a bolt to said braxe on. Finding a bolt was a journey of learning as the thread is British Standard Cycle:
http://www.britishfasteners.com/threads/bsc.html

Onto that I've used an Exposure mount as per method described elsewhere on this site which means I can move the light from bike to bike easily. (I will now have to adjust the red plastic shim now I've seen it's not seated properly)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 October, 2013, 09:33:41 am
Very neat!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 October, 2013, 10:06:06 am
A better (cheaper) version of the Paul mounting I have on my Romany.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 October, 2013, 10:13:16 am
Quote from: toestrap on 21 October, 2013, 09:33:15 pm
Mutton dreassed as lamb ::-), a galaxy makeover:

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7335/10305811434_c5562297a4_c.jpg)


Looks good :thumbsup: Which brake calipers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toestrap on 22 October, 2013, 01:50:25 pm
Quote from: slope on 22 October, 2013, 10:13:16 am


Looks good :thumbsup: Which brake calipers?

They are Tektro R365 dual pivot. It's a revelation to be able to stop with a fully loaded touring bike in the wet. The originals, Weinnman centre-pulls, were best described as 'exciting' under those conditions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 October, 2013, 01:55:59 pm
Quote from: toestrap on 22 October, 2013, 01:50:25 pm
Quote from: slope on 22 October, 2013, 10:13:16 am


Looks good :thumbsup: Which brake calipers?

They are Tektro R365 dual pivot. It's a revelation to be able to stop with a fully loaded touring bike in the wet. The originals, Weinnman centre-pulls, were best described as 'exciting' under those conditions.

Blimey, I can remember when Weinnman centre pulls were the dog's doo-dahs.   I toured fully ladened through the Alps with them.  I think I've still got the adjustment tool somewhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: toestrap on 22 October, 2013, 02:01:13 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 October, 2013, 01:55:59 pm
Quote from: toestrap on 22 October, 2013, 01:50:25 pm
Quote from: slope on 22 October, 2013, 10:13:16 am


Looks good :thumbsup: Which brake calipers?

They are Tektro R365 dual pivot. It's a revelation to be able to stop with a fully loaded touring bike in the wet. The originals, Weinnman centre-pulls, were best described as 'exciting' under those conditions.

Blimey, I can remember when Weinnman centre pulls were the dog's doo-dahs.   I toured fully ladened through the Alps with them.  I think I've still got the adjustment tool somewhere.

Yep, I'm glad I didn't have one of the other options available at the time. Thankfully Alpine touring was beyond me at the time - respect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 22 October, 2013, 09:24:31 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 03:49:46 pm
Not as impulsive as it seems, but this weekend's RSF ride (and Saturday's realization that the hybrid was unsalvageable) led me to press the buy button for this which I picked up today :D

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-DJwAeoUdAU0/UmU8i-Dd-OI/AAAAAAAABuA/wKvHr8_x6hg/w737-h553-no/DSCF1314.JPG)
It's a 2011/12 Voodoo Bantu. When I've got it sorted (and the floods recede outside) I'll go and get it muddy ;D

Niiiice!  You went for it then?  Congratulations on the happy new arrival mcshroom!

Beautifully composed shot, I must say.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 22 October, 2013, 09:27:32 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 October, 2013, 09:24:31 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 21 October, 2013, 03:49:46 pm
Not as impulsive as it seems, but this weekend's RSF ride (and Saturday's realization that the hybrid was unsalvageable) led me to press the buy button for this which I picked up today :D

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-DJwAeoUdAU0/UmU8i-Dd-OI/AAAAAAAABuA/wKvHr8_x6hg/w737-h553-no/DSCF1314.JPG)
It's a 2011/12 Voodoo Bantu. When I've got it sorted (and the floods recede outside) I'll go and get it muddy ;D

Niiiice!  You went for it then?  Congratulations on the happy new arrival mcshroom!

Beautifully composed shot, I must say.

Although - -5 points for No Actual Marmite in the shot. Sorry.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 October, 2013, 10:04:16 pm
Coffee, kettle, Marmite, whisky... cake's a bit lack!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 October, 2013, 08:01:33 am
Although I think the rules allow you to win your 5 points back if you post another shot of it covered in cack.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 23 October, 2013, 09:34:50 am
That will probably be Sunday unless I manage to get out and get it properly muddy at night. The floods haven't receded yet which is my feable excuse. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 October, 2013, 06:21:34 pm
Ok, so this isn't a bike yet. 1948 Percy Thornton Stallard "Montlhery" frame and forks (Accles and Pollock Kromo SAQ tubing). Just checking if I can get a rideable position. YES! 27.2mm seatpost, B17 Imperial saddle as far as it will go forwards = layback, reach, handlebars ALL SPOT ON ;D Dig that 71º seat tube?

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3822/10461258953_22f5bd98ca_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/10461258953/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 October, 2013, 06:26:58 pm
Those bars are wonderful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 24 October, 2013, 06:40:15 pm
As is the rake on the forks!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 October, 2013, 07:14:52 pm
I can't wait to ride the thing. Ooh :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 October, 2013, 09:09:19 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 October, 2013, 06:26:58 pm
Those bars are wonderful.

On One Mungos

http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMU/on_one_mungo_handlebar
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 25 October, 2013, 12:27:18 pm
Laid back and lugalicious.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 25 October, 2013, 02:18:35 pm
Prepare the mind bleach!


(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/4EAC048E-86B2-4B82-8C91-AC9F155249B7-161-00000006E0B8BFE2_zps2871f6e3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 25 October, 2013, 03:11:01 pm
I think it needs suspension forks :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 25 October, 2013, 03:23:36 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 25 October, 2013, 03:11:01 pm
I think it needs suspension forks :demon:
I think it needs a considerably simplified transmission  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 25 October, 2013, 03:24:56 pm
You're both wrong ;)

Edit: I think they're grounds for  n+1+1=n+2
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 October, 2013, 04:39:21 pm
I like it.  :D There is an undeniable visual impact to having a biggest sprocket larger than the big ring! (looks that way at least)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 25 October, 2013, 04:49:07 pm
Not far off :D

It's a 36rear 42front. I was going to change the cassette but it's like new so I may as well wear it down a bit first. The 32x36 combo will get me up vertical cliffs off road too as I discovered on my last trip to Scotland.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 October, 2013, 08:23:31 pm
I like it. A lot.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 25 October, 2013, 10:38:02 pm
Quote from: bumper on 25 October, 2013, 02:18:35 pm
Prepare the mind bleach!

it's a very nice bike with a unique setup - a breath of fresh air in this thread!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 26 October, 2013, 09:36:03 am
Thanks, I've always fancied a drop bar mountain bike. After being gazumped on the cross bike last week I decided to convert this.

It had its first off road trip in its new guise this morning. A few miles on road to Hanchurch woods then a blast around the woods, most of it in darkness with the magicshines on full! It was very, very wet and muddy. The drops are excellent for rutted muddy tracks and fast hills. The bar end shifter are amazing on midge bars, they are easy to reach even when using the brakes. I was worried about contacting them with my knees but the flare on the bars stops that. The only thing that feels funny is holding drops when you're in the air :D

I thought I'd miss the Mary bars but I'm glad I've converted it to drops. Can't wait to try it loaded on a tour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 26 October, 2013, 01:23:39 pm
That bike actually has a certain 'rightness' about it that says it'll be fit for purpose.

 :) :)

I like it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nightrider on 26 October, 2013, 03:21:05 pm
This is my new bike
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41832500@N07/10490882203/
A Colnargo Lux aluminium frame with a Dura ace groupset, this will be my only geared bike & will be used for club runs & longer Audax rides
I will probably put a Brooks saddle on & some plusher handlebar tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 28 October, 2013, 06:47:51 pm
Thought that it is probably time that I posted some photos of my wife and little lads new bike before someone else beats me to it and files it under 'interesting & unusual bikes you have seen'.

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2819/9655290959_6dc43931d9_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655290959/)
P1020733 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655290959/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7289/9655286197_11550e727d_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655286197/)
P1020738 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655286197/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3735/9655271945_8d9f51ef43_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655271945/)
P1020740 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/9655271945/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

Mrs B and little B ride to nursery and then work every day on this bike now. She loves it but I find the bottom bracket too high and of course the steering is somewhat odd to say the least.

These photos are perhaps a little out of date now as I've just fitted an electric assist kit. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 28 October, 2013, 06:59:06 pm
Looks like fun, but the steering looks rather wacky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 28 October, 2013, 09:00:28 pm
Ooh, I'd love to see that in action!

Can we have some more photos, but with the people on it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 29 October, 2013, 10:21:03 pm
I do have an action photo, not a great one, in it little Joe has a really miserable look on has face were as normally he loves being on the bike. It's on the home computer so once I'm home again at the weekend I'll post it. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 29 October, 2013, 10:22:27 pm
Quote from: Joe.B on 29 October, 2013, 10:21:03 pm
I do have an action photo, not a great one, in it little Joe has a really miserable look on has face were as normally he loves being on the bike. It's on the home computer so once I'm home again at the weekend I'll post it.

Oh, excellent!  Ta!

 :D :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 30 October, 2013, 08:21:11 am
My (formerly Interzen's) Dave Yates, taken earlier this year (obviously) on my commute

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-EkPKl2soZwk/UbH7UsYm9nI/AAAAAAAAEYo/93Gv2xfw6kQ/w636-h477-no/20130606_174137.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 31 October, 2013, 03:06:37 pm
Sks mudguards and DMR motos fitted. Its had a good whack with the ugly stick but it rides great. The DMR tyres are like riding on air. It looks wicked without the guards, lights and batteries bolted to it but its been built for a purpose. The tyres just fit under the guards but my schwalbe winters fit with ease.

I may stick the rack on and do a couple of nights in Wales if the floods stop!

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/F2D64A02-2278-44DF-AA8A-B549CC978D40-183-0000000930F2EF72_zpsb1a573f4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 October, 2013, 03:38:09 pm
It's not ugly, it's purposeful. I wouldn't call it pretty but it has a beauty in its own way. It causes me admiration and ideas of doing the same (if I ever recover my mtb from the in-laws).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 31 October, 2013, 04:02:07 pm
Awww thanks. I think it knows I've called it ugly, it's got a p#*cture :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 31 October, 2013, 06:24:33 pm
I love that. I'm ever so tempted to fit some 29x1.8s to my Byercycles and chuck on some midge bars...

I bet it feels indomitable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 31 October, 2013, 06:49:19 pm
Compared to my road bikes it does! I love not having to avoid every pothole.

Try a pair 1.8s or wider if you can get them on. Okay these tyres are heavier than 23c but once rolling you don't notice it. If you're not going to go off road get something like schwalbe big apples or similar, I stuck these on to help on and off road. Treat yourself to some cheap air suspension :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 31 October, 2013, 08:30:33 pm
One of my brothers, who lives in Teesside, did his first Audax (Shyumu's 50k) with me in September.  He did it on what I charitably call a farm-gate.  I think he is hooked, because he asked me to recommend a bike that would be lighter and faster.  He has no real experience of bikes other than commuting on the gate which is a "ride to work scheme" bike.  He was thinking about a Carrera that Halfords had on offer but I asked him to wait until I'd had a word with Torslanda of this parish.  Here is the result:-

(http://www.zen177395.zen.co.uk/Trev's Bike 005.JPG)


It's freshly powder-coated Raleigh 531 frame, with a mixture of new and used components.  It's getting a new seat-post, a new headset lock-nut and I expect bro. to change the pedals once he's got used to the bike (he's only ever ridden pedals with no clips or cleats).

I think Torslanda has wrought a minor miracle here and brought the whole thing in at substantially under £300.  It really flies and I can't wait to get it up to Teesside.

I'm not in the least surprised that Torslanda's been able to get through his first year of running his shop in a lousy economic climate.  He's very good!  If you live in the Manchesterford area, or anywhere really, and you want something that does the job, is well set-up but doesn't have to have come from a showroom, give him a try!

Peter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 31 October, 2013, 09:12:16 pm
With apologies for the absence of Marmite, not the easiest thing to find when the only shops close by are a 'Holistic dog-grooming parlour' (Pffft! WTF?), DIY, carp angling and motorcycles . . .

We did ask.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2013, 11:03:39 am
Looks good to me, and quite clearly bargainaceous. But don't you have Marmite sandwiches at work?!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 November, 2013, 11:27:14 am
Quote from: torslanda on 31 October, 2013, 09:12:16 pm
With apologies for the absence of Marmite, not the easiest thing to find when the only shops close by are a 'Holistic dog-grooming parlour' (Pffft! WTF?), DIY, carp angling and motorcycles . . .

We did ask.

Disappointing and shows a lack of commitment.  Marmite has a long shelf life and doesn't need refrigerating.  You should always have a jar handy for photographic purposes.

 ;D

I'm only kidding - looks like a smashing bike.  Are you sure you can't move lock, stock and barrel to mid-Essex?  You'd like it, really you would.  We'd look after you - promise.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 01 November, 2013, 12:59:33 pm
(i may appear thick now) i'm reading this forum for a few years now and still don't get the "marmite" joke.. is this marmite thing unique to yacf and how is it related to bike photos?..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 01 November, 2013, 01:08:45 pm
A lot of the photos of bike have been of a new bike freshly built up in the persons kitchen. The presence of Marmite in the background of the picture on a worksurface became a meme.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2013, 01:16:03 pm
where meme = in joke.
I suddenly feel like starting a peanut butter thing, or maybe jam, and I do have new bars on one of my bikes...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 01 November, 2013, 01:45:34 pm
I'd always thought the marmite was to prove it was the poster's own bike, and not just a picture pinched from the internet.  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2013, 01:56:04 pm
That's a good point. Sort of watermark or seal of authenticity.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 November, 2013, 09:24:50 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2013, 01:56:04 pm
That's a good point. Sort of watermark or seal of authenticity.

OK. Just to prove it's NOT a random tinterweb download . . .

Outside the shop window

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000511_zpsbf5ded4b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 November, 2013, 09:28:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 November, 2013, 11:27:14 am

Disappointing and shows a lack of commitment.  Marmite has a long shelf life and doesn't need refrigerating.  You should always have a jar handy for photographic purposes.

 ;D

I'm only kidding - looks like a smashing bike.  Are you sure you can't move lock, stock and barrel to mid-Essex?  You'd like it, really you would.  We'd look after you - promise.

Couldn't afford the property prices . . . Any road, there's always Parcel Farce.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 01 November, 2013, 09:37:07 pm
Jaywick is quite reasonable property-price-wise
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 01 November, 2013, 09:39:24 pm
....admittedly, more North- Essex than mid-essex.

Romford?


:-D
:-P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 November, 2013, 09:42:01 pm
Naaaaaaaaa, mate! Luton airport!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 November, 2013, 04:35:42 pm
Our shop costs 500 notes a month.  Colchester.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 02 November, 2013, 09:55:12 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 02 November, 2013, 04:35:42 pm
Our shop costs 500 notes a month.  Colchester.

Sounds reasonable to me but when you add in translation costs for Torslanda (both ways), it gets expensive.......

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 03 November, 2013, 09:50:56 am
Quote from: Oaky on 01 November, 2013, 09:37:07 pm
Jaywick is quite reasonable property-price-wise

I wonder why? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 03 November, 2013, 02:28:37 pm
OT but cant resist

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2303489/East-Jaywick-Life-seaside-deprived-village-England.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 03 November, 2013, 05:47:42 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 03 November, 2013, 02:28:37 pm
OT but cant resist

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2303489/East-Jaywick-Life-seaside-deprived-village-England.html

 . . . and i thought North Manchester was a shithole! Definitely not moving there . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 03 November, 2013, 07:39:19 pm
[Wowbagger]

Please remember that clicking on a DM link will increase the advertising revenue for that evil Nazi-sympathising rag. It'll probably kill a puppy as well. So stay away from the clicky. folks.

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 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 November, 2013, 07:49:29 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 03 November, 2013, 05:47:42 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 03 November, 2013, 02:28:37 pm
OT but cant resist

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2303489/East-Jaywick-Life-seaside-deprived-village-England.html

 . . . and i thought North Manchester was a shithole! Definitely not moving there . . .
You know that somewhere is truly beyond redemption when it's described as being worse than Hull ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 04 November, 2013, 01:38:48 pm
When threads collide (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=76598.msg1574183#msg1574183)...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 November, 2013, 08:03:23 pm
Point taken. Back to the pics, folks . . .

This is my, sadly stolen, DB X-Link.  :'(

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010008.jpg)

And this is why I miss it.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/johnsphotossept2010020.jpg)

And, yes, that is Tiermat with the silly grin . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 08 November, 2013, 08:22:48 pm
Quote from: Peter on 31 October, 2013, 08:30:33 pm
One of my brothers, who lives in Teesside, did his first Audax (Shyumu's 50k) with me in September.  He did it on what I charitably call a farm-gate.  I think he is hooked, because he asked me to recommend a bike that would be lighter and faster.  He has no real experience of bikes other than commuting on the gate which is a "ride to work scheme" bike.  He was thinking about a Carrera that Halfords had on offer but I asked him to wait until I'd had a word with Torslanda of this parish.  Here is the result:-

(http://www.zen177395.zen.co.uk/Trev's Bike 005.JPG)


It's freshly powder-coated Raleigh 531 frame, with a mixture of new and used components.  It's getting a new seat-post, a new headset lock-nut and I expect bro. to change the pedals once he's got used to the bike (he's only ever ridden pedals with no clips or cleats).

I think Torslanda has wrought a minor miracle here and brought the whole thing in at substantially under £300.  It really flies and I can't wait to get it up to Teesside.

I'm not in the least surprised that Torslanda's been able to get through his first year of running his shop in a lousy economic climate.  He's very good!  If you live in the Manchesterford area, or anywhere really, and you want something that does the job, is well set-up but doesn't have to have come from a showroom, give him a try!

Peter

Update:-

Delivered to brother today.  I thought he would wobble about on it until he got used to the 23 wheels and the general responsiveness.  In fact, he just shot off into the distance like a pro.  We have a very happy chap!

Great stuff, John.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 November, 2013, 10:02:41 pm
 ;D  ;D   ;D  ;D

NEXT!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:28:46 pm
Now as anyone knows, it's against ALL the rules to have any number of bikes with the same handlebars. So, as the moustache bend has jumped steed for the the delayed gratification ride with the '48 Stallard Montlhery, I had to find something different - I give you the Oxford "brand" cheap as chips shiny North Road bars :)

Now do I mudguard again? Flap long with an ancient Nelson threadbare duck on the back?

PS Just want to point out how long my stem is :thumbsup:

PPS those grips are rubber AND cork AND foreign/exotic - feel lovely without gloves too ;D

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7423/10888377144_81ffbd456e_o.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5519/10888202775_167c73f536_o.jpg)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/10888361154_2fb0c22216_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 16 November, 2013, 05:36:27 pm
That is so nice!!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:43:20 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 16 November, 2013, 05:36:27 pm
That is so nice!!! :thumbsup:

Thanks - it rides/eats miles like a dream that one never wants to stop ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 November, 2013, 05:45:49 pm
Very nice. The gold cables and big brass(?) bell are blingissimo! As for the bars, I think they show me what I need to do with my similar ones (ie turn them upside down so they're not so bolt upright high) - probably, perhaps, maybe...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:49:58 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 16 November, 2013, 05:45:49 pm
Very nice. The gold cables and big brass(?) bell are blingissimo!

http://www.lionbellworks.co.uk/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 November, 2013, 06:14:15 pm
Oh dear, I've got a Bob Dylan earworm now. "Play, lady, play, play it on my big brass bell"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 16 November, 2013, 06:38:58 pm
I'm thinking 'Out on the weekend' Neil Young

Bike looks lovely, slope  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 November, 2013, 06:42:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:28:46 pm
PS Just want to point out how long my stem is :thumbsup:
It's not what you've got, it's what you do with it that counts.

Allegedly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 November, 2013, 06:48:11 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 16 November, 2013, 06:14:15 pm
Oh dear, I've got a Bob Dylan earworm now. "Play, lady, play, play it on my big brass bell"

I wus listening to that last night on the old Dansette!

Quote from: windy on 16 November, 2013, 06:38:58 pm
I'm thinking 'Out on the weekend' Neil Young

Bike looks lovely, slope  :thumbsup:

Dear Neil's voice is how my tyres sing on sweet tarmac

Quote from: interzen on 16 November, 2013, 06:42:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:28:46 pm
PS Just want to point out how long my stem is :thumbsup:
It's not what you've got, it's what you do with it that counts.

Allegedly.

150mm is as big as I can get with a quill
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 November, 2013, 10:04:50 pm
A tickler?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 17 November, 2013, 09:13:08 am
Stuck reflective tape over my commuting bike, and started fitting a bottle dynamo, but I don't have the right bracket.

There is a bike in there somewhere. What a mess my garage is.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3709/10900691593_098729cea0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/10900691593/)
20131116_200907 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/10900691593/) by hulver_uk (http://www.flickr.com/people/78317074@N00/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3703/10900391515_b86fd517e1_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/10900391515/)
20131116_200855 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78317074@N00/10900391515/) by hulver_uk (http://www.flickr.com/people/78317074@N00/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 November, 2013, 09:39:39 am
If you have a bracket with a right angle and a 6mm hole in it then you can easily use one of the brake mountings for your dynamo bracket!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Martin 14 on 17 November, 2013, 11:45:19 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 16 November, 2013, 05:36:27 pm
That is so nice!!! :thumbsup:

Yes it really looks the part! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 17 November, 2013, 01:11:24 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:28:46 pm

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/10888361154_2fb0c22216_o.jpg)

Very nice, but are those grips not on backwards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 17 November, 2013, 01:24:23 pm
Quote from: PH on 17 November, 2013, 01:11:24 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 November, 2013, 05:28:46 pm

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/10888361154_2fb0c22216_o.jpg)

Very nice, but are those grips not on backwards?

Yep :thumbsup: on purpose ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 17 November, 2013, 01:50:30 pm

Quote from: slope on 17 November, 2013, 01:24:23 pm
Quote from: PH on 17 November, 2013, 01:11:24 pm

Very nice, but are those grips not on backwards?

Yep :thumbsup: on purpose ;D

as well as non matching brake pads/cartridges? ;) nice bike anyway - and sharp photos!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 November, 2013, 06:22:45 am
hulver, is your front tyre on the right way round?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 18 November, 2013, 07:50:19 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 November, 2013, 06:22:45 am
hulver, is your front tyre on the right way round?
Looking at it again, perhaps not. I didn't check they had a proper way to go around. Not sure it makes that much difference though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 18 November, 2013, 09:06:08 am
That is a lovely looking bike Hulvers.

"Down Jealousy, down boy!!"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 November, 2013, 07:19:07 pm
Winter shopping bike - salt already on roads - so I figure LSD paint job is best

Schwalbe Winter studded tyres broken in and ready - yee ha!

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7300/9601094952_4248d27d76_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9601094952/)
GT Karakoram '92 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9601094952/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 21 November, 2013, 08:58:01 pm
Slope; has anyone ever told you that your bike has a very pleasing symmetry about it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 November, 2013, 09:34:39 pm
Quote from: Joe.B on 21 November, 2013, 08:58:01 pm
Slope; has anyone ever told you that your bike has a very pleasing symmetry about it.

No, you're the first  :)

It's a series of accidents
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 21 November, 2013, 11:17:48 pm
Quote from: slope on 21 November, 2013, 07:19:07 pm
Winter shopping bike - salt already on roads - so I figure LSD paint job is best

Schwalbe Winter studded tyres broken in and ready - yee ha!

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7300/9601094952_4248d27d76_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9601094952/)
GT Karakoram '92 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/9601094952/) by obswerve (http://www.flickr.com/people/obswerve/), on Flickr
Lots of lovely stuff going on there. That back brake is especially interesting. Is it original, and is it any good?

FYI, if you're ever interested in a set of campy cantis with matching flat bar levers, I might be able to help.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 November, 2013, 07:00:29 am
The rear brake is the stock U-brake. Heavy but good for heel clearance. Different braze-ons to cantilevers, obviously.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 November, 2013, 08:02:24 am
Quote from: Paul on 21 November, 2013, 11:17:48 pm

Lots of lovely stuff going on there. That back brake is especially interesting. Is it original, and is it any good?

FYI, if you're ever interested in a set of campy cantis with matching flat bar levers, I might be able to help.

As LWB ^ said, original Shimano DX U brake = pile of industrial inelegant junk really, but works with some effort (possibly because it's mis-married to a modern V brake lever?)

Thanks for the Campag canti + lever offer, but I don't DO cantilever brakes no more :D I would however be interested in another pair of Campag thumbshifters. Centaur or Olympus rear mech as well as another Centaur chainset :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 November, 2013, 08:12:03 am
U-brakes matched to the correct lever (preferably 3 or 4 finger) work quite nicely. V-brake levers mean a stopping power reduction.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 November, 2013, 08:38:20 am
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 November, 2013, 08:12:03 am
U-brakes matched to the correct lever (preferably 3 or 4 finger) work quite nicely. V-brake levers mean a stopping power reduction.

Yeah but non matching brake levers would alter my kosmik energy, leave alone fuck with the symmetry :o  God is the most powerful back brake anyhow O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 22 November, 2013, 10:13:20 am
You can get SRAM levers with adjustable leverage*, so they'd be matching but you might be able to set them up asymmetrically to work better.  Not sure I'd bother since it's only the back brake though.  It's probably easier just to buy another V-brake.

* Speed Dial 7 is the most straightforward.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 November, 2013, 10:24:39 am
A V-brake won't fit on U-brake braze-ons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 22 November, 2013, 10:27:43 am
Ah, I hadn't realised that.  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 November, 2013, 08:39:13 am
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 22 November, 2013, 07:00:29 am
The rear brake is the stock U-brake. Heavy but good for heel clearance. Different braze-ons to cantilevers, obviously.
Completely new to me. I hadn't spotted that the braze-ons were higher up.

Quote from: slope on 22 November, 2013, 08:02:24 am
Thanks for the Campag canti + lever offer, but I don't DO cantilever brakes no more :D I would however be interested in another pair of Campag thumbshifters. Centaur or Olympus rear mech as well as another Centaur chainset :thumbsup:
Sorry - can't help.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 25 November, 2013, 05:38:08 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20131125_165838.jpg)

Still using the same bike I got off bloomers on here but I've changed a bit or two here and there . Still not convinced I like the aesthetic of the wheels but I'm pretty happy with how it looks

Still hankering over a pair of ksyriums with the silver bits between the spokies
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 26 November, 2013, 12:47:50 pm
Quote from: finch on 25 November, 2013, 05:38:08 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20131125_165838.jpg)

Still using the same bike I got off bloomers on here but I've changed a bit or two here and there . Still not convinced I like the aesthetic of the wheels but I'm pretty happy with how it looks

Still hankering over a pair of ksyriums with the silver bits between the spokies

Very nice Finch but would look better with the Ksyrium elites  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 November, 2013, 12:32:21 am
Quote from: fungus on 26 November, 2013, 12:47:50 pm
Quote from: finch on 25 November, 2013, 05:38:08 pm

Still hankering over a pair of ksyriums with the silver bits between the spokies

Very nice Finch but would look better with the Ksyrium elites  :thumbsup:

I can put my hands on a pair of SSLs with new bearings in for £notalot . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rabbit on 27 November, 2013, 08:54:30 am
Bikeys:

Roadie.  £250 secondhand bargain to which I have just added some even-more-bargain wheels.  Cost less than the brakes on my other bikes, yet has done miles and miles and miles since I picked it up at the end of the summer. 

(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/littlegirlbunny/993752_10152109319992845_1102886781_n_zps6c5da1cb.jpg)

XC trail bike - rides everywhere, albeit sluggishly without a bit of gravity to help.  Wishing I had waited a year and got slightly bigger wheels.

(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/littlegirlbunny/20120908_151729-1.jpg)

Favourite bike - comes with me to work and has been to many places, urban and rural. 

(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/littlegirlbunny/857334_10151991961782845_1588259053_o_zpsb22201ae.jpg)

Downhill bike - new frame, just getting him set up, but now feels amazing. 

(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/littlegirlbunny/1456614_10152072427522845_1433602779_n_zps23ba57b3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Riggers on 27 November, 2013, 11:20:22 am
Lovely bikes. Perhaps you'd like to do this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReqNYT2bkcI on the new down-hiller!!!!!!

No Sir! Not for me. Scary stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 November, 2013, 11:53:10 am
Just watching him bounce over all those steps gives me a headache! Beautiful place.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:07:52 pm
Quote from: bumper on 25 October, 2013, 02:18:35 pm
Prepare the mind bleach!


(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/sale/4EAC048E-86B2-4B82-8C91-AC9F155249B7-161-00000006E0B8BFE2_zps2871f6e3.jpg)

Noooo!  I've just taken delivery of some Midge bars and wanted to look at your photo to see how you've got them set up!  Put the photo back where it belongs!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:10:27 pm
I can still see it.

I'll dig it out and post again, photobucket mobile is broken on my iPad and iPhone.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:11:33 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:10:27 pm
I can still see it.

I'll dig it out and post again, photobucket mobile is broken on my iPad and iPhone.

 :thumbsup:   :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:31:52 pm
As promised :)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/4EAC048E-86B2-4B82-8C91-AC9F155249B7-161-00000006E0B8BFE2_zps2871f6e3.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/4EAC048E-86B2-4B82-8C91-AC9F155249B7-161-00000006E0B8BFE2_zps2871f6e3.jpg.html)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/0195A65A-CC1F-4E2D-A9E3-D65D9B2917DA.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/0195A65A-CC1F-4E2D-A9E3-D65D9B2917DA.jpg.html)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/788C3CF0-962B-45DB-B160-DCB9FB2C23E7.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/788C3CF0-962B-45DB-B160-DCB9FB2C23E7.jpg.html)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/3586A5DE-E912-4C21-8036-65FFE5594464.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/3586A5DE-E912-4C21-8036-65FFE5594464.jpg.html)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/465345D8-2BC5-4D04-8D1D-3D995AC98CBF.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/465345D8-2BC5-4D04-8D1D-3D995AC98CBF.jpg.html)

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/8157DF44-C4E1-4068-80FE-959A9E834B18.jpg) (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/djb1971/media/8157DF44-C4E1-4068-80FE-959A9E834B18.jpg.html)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:35:07 pm
Perfect, thanks very much, can't wait to get them set up.  Does anyone have a few hours they can lend me, all mine seem to be used up at the moment  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:41:06 pm
It won't take long to fit them and swap stuff over. What shifters are you using?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:45:51 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:41:06 pm
It won't take long to fit them and swap stuff over. What shifters are you using?

Bar end, just like yours.

You're right, the job itself won't take long although I like to take my time taping the bars to make a nice job of it.

I plan to put my bike on the turbo so I can fiddle around with the set up, bar angles and brake lever position etc.  Then I need to make sure I get fisik gel pads in the right place.  This is the bit that will take the time - not something that can be rushed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 November, 2013, 01:50:09 pm
Quote from: rabbit on 27 November, 2013, 08:54:30 am
Bikeys:

Downhill bike - new frame, just getting him set up, but now feels amazing. 

(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/littlegirlbunny/1456614_10152072427522845_1433602779_n_zps23ba57b3.jpg)

I'm no expert but hasn't the 125cc engine fallen out of that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:55:54 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:45:51 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:41:06 pm
It won't take long to fit them and swap stuff over. What shifters are you using?

Bar end, just like yours.

You're right, the job itself won't take long although I like to take my time taping the bars to make a nice job of it.

I plan to put my bike on the turbo so I can fiddle around with the set up, bar angles and brake lever position etc.  Then I need to make sure I get fisik gel pads in the right place.  This is the bit that will take the time - not something that can be rushed.

Ahhhh, gel pads. You'll sort them on the turbo.

Are you popping the cables out front like mine or from the stem?  I tried from the stem but the shifting was a bit tight on the rear, that's why they're through the bar tape. I think if the rear was friction it would be okay but the new 10sp shifters are index only at the rear :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:59:34 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:55:54 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 01:45:51 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 01:41:06 pm
It won't take long to fit them and swap stuff over. What shifters are you using?

Bar end, just like yours.

You're right, the job itself won't take long although I like to take my time taping the bars to make a nice job of it.

I plan to put my bike on the turbo so I can fiddle around with the set up, bar angles and brake lever position etc.  Then I need to make sure I get fisik gel pads in the right place.  This is the bit that will take the time - not something that can be rushed.

Ahhhh, gel pads. You'll sort them on the turbo.

Are you popping the cables out front like mine or from the stem?  I tried from the stem but the shifting was a bit tight on the rear, that's why they're through the bar tape. I think if the rear was friction it would be okay but the new 10sp shifters are index only at the rear :(

I always pop the cables out just like you do.  I make sure they are securely taped to the bars before adding the bar tape so there isn't any strain on the bar tape itself that might lead to it all working loose.  Insulation tape is cheap and light so I use lots of it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 02:02:22 pm
You'll love the new midges ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 02:07:27 pm
Quote from: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 02:02:22 pm
You'll love the new midges ;)

I love the little picture of Midge the mouse. I imagine its a reference to Mary, Mungo and Midge (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary,_Mungo_and_Midge) who I used to love when I was a kid.  I have just had to buy a new stem with a hole in the front so Midge can peep out  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 November, 2013, 02:11:12 pm
Unfortunately, my midge just has ears :D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 27 November, 2013, 02:26:14 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 02:07:27 pm
with a hole in the front so Midge can peep out  ;D

Does this refer to your Dirty Santa outfit from the Essex Christmas do a couple of years back?

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2013, 02:52:55 pm
I'd be grateful if you could be a little more careful with my reputation  >:(

 ::-)

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rabbit on 27 November, 2013, 04:24:43 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 27 November, 2013, 01:50:09 pm
I'm no expert but hasn't the 125cc engine fallen out of that?

It certainly feels like it after pedalling a lightweight roadie about!

Quote from: Riggers on 27 November, 2013, 11:20:22 am
Lovely bikes. Perhaps you'd like to do this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReqNYT2bkcI on the new down-hiller!!!!!!

No Sir! Not for me. Scary stuff.

Ooh that looks like my idea of utter heaven.  Love steps.  Love rocks.  Definitely love the mountains  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:33:57 pm
As we're all some of us are going bars bonkers, this turned out so scarily fast from my last post of it, I had to fit mudguards and a well used Carradice 6 bottle wine sack to make sure I could never take off ::-)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5490/10981001136_82ef33b032_o.jpg)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3803/10981088444_e3ba6a2686_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 November, 2013, 04:40:06 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:33:57 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3803/10981088444_e3ba6a2686_o.jpg)

I like that a lot.

Nice work on the valve/tyre/floor positioning.

Shoddy work on the Carradice buckle though
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:49:19 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 27 November, 2013, 04:40:06 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:33:57 pm
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3803/10981088444_e3ba6a2686_o.jpg)

I like that a lot.

So do I - it's living in the living room :smug:   Double chainset to come next. What colour socks to wear with the Tudor "plusses" (does this need defining for the younger crowd who might not understand any component or clothing without SCREAMING LOGOS AND BRANDING?) ;D :demon: :smug:

Anything written in small script excluded - will black magic marker the Vittotias for over stepping the boundaries - especially for using words like HYPER
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:51:33 pm
Quote from: Paul Metcalfe on 27 November, 2013, 04:40:06 pm

Nice work on the valve/tyre/floor positioning.

Shoddy work on the Carradice buckle though

Hands up! Guilty as charged :'(

I can never ever just get anything right :'(

Check out the mismatched brake block holders :sick:

Note to oneself: Skool Reports wot said (annually and as regular as toi toi after strong coffee) Must Try Harder  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 November, 2013, 07:19:46 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 November, 2013, 04:33:57 pm
I had to fit mudguards and a well used Carradice 6 bottle wine sack
;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 30 November, 2013, 04:44:29 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1012483_10151976391421839_1900115381_n.jpg)

 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 30 November, 2013, 05:01:08 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 30 November, 2013, 04:44:29 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1012483_10151976391421839_1900115381_n.jpg)

 :D

KEWL! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 30 November, 2013, 05:14:10 pm
Virtual Marmite!

Awesome.

Lovely bike as well. Hope it serves you well!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 30 November, 2013, 05:42:35 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 30 November, 2013, 04:44:29 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1012483_10151976391421839_1900115381_n.jpg)

 :D

✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓ :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 November, 2013, 05:56:42 pm
Crinkly Marmite double bike  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 December, 2013, 08:49:56 am
Bloody good is that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 05 December, 2013, 04:36:48 pm
bungee cords between the pedals  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 05 December, 2013, 05:45:54 pm
Soma Stanyan.  :thumbsup:

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3746/11224011616_4f3bce663b_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/11224011616/)
IMG-20130331-00034 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/11224011616/) by Hey look, it's Luke! (http://www.flickr.com/people/60205142@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 05 December, 2013, 05:47:48 pm
And the new(ish) brommie.  :D

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/11224050226_591c603907_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/11224050226/)
P1010509 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/11224050226/) by Hey look, it's Luke! (http://www.flickr.com/people/60205142@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 05 December, 2013, 06:04:34 pm
Very nice Luke.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 06 December, 2013, 10:05:32 am
Looks good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 06 December, 2013, 10:17:49 am
That Soma is a lovely bike (I am a sucker for polished lugs though!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 07 December, 2013, 08:08:11 pm
That looks absolutely spiffing Luke. I would really rather like one of those. (sigh with the others)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 11 December, 2013, 11:12:31 pm
Just finished off a bike for my son who's in Edinburgh. He's after something for commuting to uni. Everything came from spares boxes or was robbed off another bike (which will get an upgrade). Only stuff I needed to buy were the a-head stem adaptor, pedals and brake calipers (and some lights).

OK, so I'm n-1 - but all for a good cause :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/11330433215_973d34420a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/)
IMG_0964 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 December, 2013, 01:32:12 pm
Looks good. Big frame - he clearly takes after you!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 12 December, 2013, 03:00:04 pm
I seem to have bought new bikes a lot for my sons, but the next one my youngest will get is to inherit one of mine.   I'll be quite happy to be n-1 as it clears out some space and saves me the cost of another bike,  but not sure my son is.  Aparently its dead slow compared to his current bike and he doesnt like the gears.   OK, so i'll need to swap out the marathon tyres  and the stem, but still a ££ saver.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 December, 2013, 04:10:15 pm
Nice job, windy, especially considering it was from the spares box.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 12 December, 2013, 10:33:52 pm
Quote from: clarion on 12 December, 2013, 04:10:15 pm
Nice job, windy, especially considering it was from the spares box.

Wot 'e sed  ;D    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jamsop on 14 December, 2013, 01:43:22 pm
Hi all...new member here. Here's my latest Audax/Winter hack.

Signed up for a few Audax rides in the coming few months so may see some of you around.  :)


(http://i614.photobucket.com/albums/tt227/jamsop/2013-12-14110550_zps0348e3ca.jpg) (http://s614.photobucket.com/user/jamsop/media/2013-12-14110550_zps0348e3ca.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 14 December, 2013, 01:51:56 pm
Nice bike !!

And welcome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 December, 2013, 07:18:50 pm
Nice bench!

The bike's rather good too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 15 December, 2013, 02:22:36 pm
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5525/11384071634_7c5fd45f0c_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384071634/)
simpleimages-6953 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384071634/) by simpleimages_mike (http://www.flickr.com/people/68792434@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2839/11384166913_d40f322246_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384166913/)
simpleimages-6956 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384166913/) by simpleimages_mike (http://www.flickr.com/people/68792434@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7314/11384029585_79c73daeac_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384029585/)
simpleimages-6960 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68792434@N03/11384029585/) by simpleimages_mike (http://www.flickr.com/people/68792434@N03/), on Flickr

2 hours of comedy off road this morning.. only a couple of bits were too muddy & slippery to ride, the rest of it was glorious!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 15 December, 2013, 02:25:32 pm
Love the pics - hate the filth ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 December, 2013, 03:27:12 pm
Looks like my bike (at least the mud does).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 15 December, 2013, 03:49:04 pm
That's a Crosscheck? The colour looks much better in real life (well, photos of real life!) than in their pics.

I hope you weren't too thirsty...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Fixedwheelnut on 15 December, 2013, 07:59:19 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 December, 2013, 11:12:31 pm
Just finished off a bike for my son who's in Edinburgh. He's after something for commuting to uni. Everything came from spares boxes or was robbed off another bike (which will get an upgrade). Only stuff I needed to buy were the a-head stem adaptor, pedals and brake calipers (and some lights).

OK, so I'm n-1 - but all for a good cause :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/11330433215_973d34420a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/)
IMG_0964 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Beautiful, apart from the fugly stem adapter :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 December, 2013, 11:28:53 pm
Quote from: Fixedwheelnut on 15 December, 2013, 07:59:19 pm
Quote from: windy on 11 December, 2013, 11:12:31 pm
Just finished off a bike for my son who's in Edinburgh. He's after something for commuting to uni. Everything came from spares boxes or was robbed off another bike (which will get an upgrade). Only stuff I needed to buy were the a-head stem adaptor, pedals and brake calipers (and some lights).

OK, so I'm n-1 - but all for a good cause :)

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/11330433215_973d34420a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/)
IMG_0964 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/11330433215/) by windy_ (http://www.flickr.com/people/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Beautiful, apart from the fugly stem adapter :)


I wanted to change the bars on my 'best' machine - so Jake got them on this build. Agree it would look better with a nice quill but then I would have needed to buy 2 sets of 'bars'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 16 December, 2013, 10:22:28 am
The tree

(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1512683_10152046189967908_872389000_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 December, 2013, 10:24:53 am
Errr, you're a bit late for the mid-Essex Christmas Do  :o   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: longers on 16 December, 2013, 11:46:03 am
First things first:

All credit to Torslanda of "Johns Bikes" fame for putting this back together for me.
I took him a tatty frame and a few bits and he's built a lovely bike.
Sorry about the poor photo, weather dictated it had to be taken in the kitchen today and better results aren't happening.

(http://i42.tinypic.com/289be2x.jpg)

It's off to Edinburgh tomorrow to see if it fits a friend who has riding the length of the Rhine in mind for next year.
The bike wot John built is very fit for the job.

Ta very much  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 December, 2013, 11:47:15 am
Can't see the Marmite from that angle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 December, 2013, 12:48:29 pm
1948 Percy Stallard 'Montlhery' up and ready for a ride. Early days - just wanna get out and ride - before finessing with finishing touches/changing everything ???

Tan leather's gonna have to go - back to black methinks.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3776/11401574443_b4fd52360e_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401574443/)
'48 'Montlhery' 16/12/13 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401574443/)

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2849/11401574033_aa0284d53e_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401574033/)
'48 'Montlhery' 16/12/13 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401574033/)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5474/11401570183_76c6a437d3_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401570183/)
'48 'Montlhery' 16/12/13 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401570183/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 December, 2013, 01:16:23 pm
Phwoooarrr!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 December, 2013, 02:31:02 pm
i like the place for a pump on this bike. (don't like that there is no provisioning for water bottles, non matching front/rear brake pads and skewers and that the rear tyre is installed wrong way round :P)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 December, 2013, 05:20:32 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 16 December, 2013, 02:31:02 pm
i like the place for a pump on this bike. (don't like that there is no provisioning for water bottles, non matching front/rear brake pads and skewers and that the rear tyre is installed wrong way round :P)

I think Percy thought bottles would be carried on handlebar cages in 1948 ;) or Wolverhampton riders didn't mess about with drink? Not only are the pads different, so are the calipers ::-) 57 drop on the back and long drop on the front. Long drops too much on the rear - and forget all the current talk about thigh gaps - look at the space between the front caliper and the tyre :o. Whadya mean, rear installed the wrong way? That's traction control ultimization cos I was just too excited :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 December, 2013, 05:45:46 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 December, 2013, 05:20:32 pm
I think Percy thought bottles would be carried on handlebar cages in 1948 ;)
I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have had bar-end shifters and clipless pedals in 1948 either ...

... just sayin'  :P

(in the unlikely event of me having a frame of that vintage, I'd have built it with an SA 3-speed or as a fixed gear)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 December, 2013, 06:55:16 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 December, 2013, 05:45:46 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 December, 2013, 05:20:32 pm
I think Percy thought bottles would be carried on handlebar cages in 1948 ;)
I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have had bar-end shifters and clipless pedals in 1948 either ...

... just sayin'  :P

(in the unlikely event of me having a frame of that vintage, I'd have built it with an SA 3-speed or as a fixed gear)

I thought long and hard about what to do with this frame and forks - an eBay last minute gasp to see what the reserve was, and I was the only bidder. Mine for £50+ post.

It turns out to be in incredible condition given its age. 6¼ lbs inc steel headset.  Wonderful aggressive shaped "Germanic" vibe like lugs - reminds me of Heavy Metal album covers of the late 70s. They appear to be Belgian 'Ekla' lugs. Not particularly well brazed it has to be said - or maybe that should be not all well finished?

I don't wanna be a slave to period specific bollox eBay hunting/collecting stuff  - always getting niggly components a year out - I want to be riding an historic heart of a frame and its period specific geometry.

So I figure, as long as I don't fuck the 'bones'/frame up (by drilling bottle cage bosses etc), then it will remain as it stands in history (of which more later).

That decision released me from so much pain.

The only modification I have made, is cold setting the back end to 130mm. This can easily be UNdone.

All the components I whack on to it are temporary - and chosen for a nod to aesthetics - but hey

Historically, Percy was a bit of a one. "Up the league". Google P T Stallard - an important figure in British cycling.

My head and heart are in love with the joy this temporary custodianship/riding can bring :)

 :) :) :) :) :)











Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 16 December, 2013, 09:15:43 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 December, 2013, 12:48:29 pm
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2849/11401574033_aa0284d53e_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/11401574033/)

That is reem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 17 December, 2013, 01:03:04 am
Quote from: longers on 16 December, 2013, 11:46:03 am
First things first:

All credit to Torslanda of "Johns Bikes" fame for putting this back together for me.
I took him a tatty frame and a few bits and he's built a lovely bike.
Sorry about the poor photo, weather dictated it had to be taken in the kitchen today and better results aren't happening.

(http://i42.tinypic.com/289be2x.jpg)

It's off to Edinburgh tomorrow to see if it fits a friend who has riding the length of the Rhine in mind for next year.
The bike wot John built is very fit for the job.

Ta very much  :thumbsup:

Longers, I've seen this at various stages and I can only echo that John is VERY good at this stuff!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 December, 2013, 10:10:38 am
Slope's latest: Looks good to me. Better to be using it than waiting for the historically correct components, surely?
Quote from: zigzag on 16 December, 2013, 02:31:02 pm
i like the place for a pump on this bike. (don't like that there is no provisioning for water bottles, non matching front/rear brake pads and skewers and that the rear tyre is installed wrong way round :P)
How can you tell the rear tyre is the wrong way round?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 17 December, 2013, 12:14:10 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 17 December, 2013, 10:10:38 am
Slope's latest: Looks good to me. Better to be using it than waiting for the historically correct components, surely?
Quote from: zigzag on 16 December, 2013, 02:31:02 pm
i like the place for a pump on this bike. (don't like that there is no provisioning for water bottles, non matching front/rear brake pads and skewers and that the rear tyre is installed wrong way round :P)
How can you tell the rear tyre is the wrong way round?

the thread pattern on directional tyres (from tractors where it matters a lot, to bicycles where it doesn't really matter) has chevrons pointing forward to push water/slush out to the sides and dig into soft surface better. bike tyres like m+ have a direction arrow on the tyre, although functionally it doesn't matter which way you will mount them. gatorskins only have a decorative pattern, but still directional, so it would be right if the tyre is installed correct way round (like a cross on church's roof).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 December, 2013, 12:49:35 pm
But can you actually make out the tread pattern clearly on those photos? I can't, although I can tell they're Contis. Maybe I need glasses   8) but not like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: otherdave on 20 December, 2013, 10:50:42 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 17 December, 2013, 12:49:35 pm
But can you actually make out the tread pattern clearly on those photos? I can't, although I can tell they're Contis. Maybe I need glasses   8) but not like that.

Had a quick look at the Flickr Photos - I can see the small triangle on tread is forward on front tyre and to back on rear tyre. This means the chevrons are facing forward on the front tyre and backwards on the rear tyre.  ( better traction driving forward perhaps but less traction under braking )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 20 December, 2013, 11:03:34 am
Quote from: otherdave on 20 December, 2013, 10:50:42 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 17 December, 2013, 12:49:35 pm
But can you actually make out the tread pattern clearly on those photos? I can't, although I can tell they're Contis. Maybe I need glasses   8) but not like that.

Had a quick look at the Flickr Photos - I can see the small triangle on tread is forward on front tyre and to back on rear tyre. This means the chevrons are facing forward on the front tyre and backwards on the rear tyre.  ( better traction driving forward perhaps but less traction under braking )

I started ignoring the markings on Conti TT2000 for precisely this reason as they are marked up for the front and rear to be opposite ways round. I got fed up of locking the rear in any sort of damp.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 20 December, 2013, 05:14:49 pm
Quote from: otherdave on 20 December, 2013, 10:50:42 am
Had a quick look at the Flickr Photos - I can see the small triangle on tread is forward on front tyre and to back on rear tyre. This means the chevrons are facing forward on the front tyre and backwards on the rear tyre.  ( better traction driving forward perhaps but less traction under braking )

Let's not get crazy boys/fellas - there is BUGGER ALL traction from the purely cosmetic/go faster?/stealth?/wow?/cool?/pretty?" pattern (NOT tread) on  ^ those Gatorskins ::-) ;D :hand: ;) :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 21 December, 2013, 08:40:22 pm
The number of time I have put tyres on the wrong way round .......strewth (and subsequently changed them back to where they should have been.)   :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 22 December, 2013, 09:01:59 am
A little pride goes a long way. That shiny new bike you're happily riding down a secluded lane, enjoying the peace and pleasure of cycling when everytime you glance at the wheel you're reminded that the feckin' tyre is the wrong way around - whether it makes any practical difference or not!

Been there. Done that. Fixed it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 22 December, 2013, 09:18:22 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 December, 2013, 06:55:16 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 December, 2013, 05:45:46 pm
Quote from: slope on 16 December, 2013, 05:20:32 pm
I think Percy thought bottles would be carried on handlebar cages in 1948 ;)
I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have had bar-end shifters and clipless pedals in 1948 either ...

... just sayin'  :P

(in the unlikely event of me having a frame of that vintage, I'd have built it with an SA 3-speed or as a fixed gear)

I thought long and hard about what to do with this frame and forks - an eBay last minute gasp to see what the reserve was, and I was the only bidder. Mine for £50+ post.

It turns out to be in incredible condition given its age. 6¼ lbs inc steel headset.  Wonderful aggressive shaped "Germanic" vibe like lugs - reminds me of Heavy Metal album covers of the late 70s. They appear to be Belgian 'Ekla' lugs. Not particularly well brazed it has to be said - or maybe that should be not all well finished?

I don't wanna be a slave to period specific bollox eBay hunting/collecting stuff  - always getting niggly components a year out - I want to be riding an historic heart of a frame and its period specific geometry.

So I figure, as long as I don't fuck the 'bones'/frame up (by drilling bottle cage bosses etc), then it will remain as it stands in history (of which more later).

That decision released me from so much pain.

The only modification I have made, is cold setting the back end to 130mm. This can easily be UNdone.

All the components I whack on to it are temporary - and chosen for a nod to aesthetics - but hey

Historically, Percy was a bit of a one. "Up the league". Google P T Stallard - an important figure in British cycling.

My head and heart are in love with the joy this temporary custodianship/riding can bring :)

 :) :) :) :) :)


Well said :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 23 December, 2013, 04:34:57 pm
"Gordo" have been "upgraded" for winter use. 26T Chainring & 4.8" Surly BUD front tire.
Time to attack the mud & snow  ;D

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg.html)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 23 December, 2013, 04:39:24 pm
That looks a lot of fun! Will you not get mud/snow/general crap clogged up in the gaurds?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 23 December, 2013, 04:48:02 pm
It didn't clog up last year and OH yes it is so funny that I laugh even when I crash.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 December, 2013, 04:53:59 pm
Nice set up Gus! I'm currently 'fat free' waiting for my new one to land in February
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 23 December, 2013, 05:29:35 pm
Gus and his monster ride :) Looking great.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 December, 2013, 12:57:07 pm
My Ribble (Son of Oscar) has his new Midge bars.  So far I have only taken them for a short spin but they feel great.  I'm looking forward to a longer ride shortly.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOe_zpsc6f433f7.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOb_zpsee639db1.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOc_zps23a6f87b.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOa_zpsd38de49a.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOd_zps51ee69ba.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 27 December, 2013, 01:01:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 December, 2013, 12:57:07 pm
My Ribble (Son of Oscar) has his new Midge bars.  So far I have only taken them for a short spin but they feel great.  I'm looking forward to a longer ride shortly.
Nice, aren't they?
I had some on the now-sold yellow bike and apart from having to fit a slightly shorter stem to compensate for the greater reach (compared with the stock Genesis bars) I took to them straight away. They work pretty well off-road too, but ...

... I'm considering getting some Salsa Woodchipper bars (kinda like Midge bars on steroids) for the Croix de Fer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 December, 2013, 01:02:48 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 27 December, 2013, 12:57:07 pm
My Ribble (Son of Oscar) has his new Midge bars.  So far I have only taken them for a short spin but they feel great.  I'm looking forward to a longer ride shortly.


Wondered when I'd see it!

Looking great, love the bling ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 27 December, 2013, 06:40:28 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 31 October, 2013, 09:12:16 pm
With apologies for the absence of Marmite, not the easiest thing to find when the only shops close by are a 'Holistic dog-grooming parlour' (Pffft! WTF?), DIY, carp angling and motorcycles . . .

We did ask.
Not visited this thread lately.

I'm reliably informed that, in the absence of Marmite, no high-quality vintage frame is complete without a bag of high-protein "boilies".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 27 December, 2013, 07:09:03 pm
OD, really bike nice and all that, but you really really must adjust that Hope stem cap so that one of the Hope logos is at 6 or 12 o'clock precisely.

OCD? Moi?? :-X ;)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOc_zps23a6f87b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 27 December, 2013, 09:40:26 pm
Quote from: Gus on 23 December, 2013, 04:34:57 pm
"Gordo" have been "upgraded" for winter use. 26T Chainring & 4.8" Surly BUD front tire.
Time to attack the mud & snow  ;D

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg.html)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg.html)

Holy Shit - that is *awesome* Gus!

WANT  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fruitcake on 27 December, 2013, 10:03:01 pm
Oh.
My.
G.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 December, 2013, 10:38:25 pm
Quote from: eck on 27 December, 2013, 07:09:03 pm
OD, really bike nice and all that, but you really really must adjust that Hope stem cap so that one of the Hope logos is at 6 or 12 o'clock precisely.

OCD? Moi?? :-X ;)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOc_zps23a6f87b.jpg)

Good point, I will address your concerns.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 28 December, 2013, 08:28:40 pm
And while you are at it that bell needs re-chroming as well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 December, 2013, 09:50:09 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 28 December, 2013, 08:28:40 pm
And while you are at it that bell needs re-chroming as well.

It's brass so could do with a polish. I'll see what I can do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 28 December, 2013, 10:01:30 pm
Schoolboy errors O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 28 December, 2013, 10:36:43 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 28 December, 2013, 10:01:30 pm
Schoolboy errors O:-)

Biggest schoolboy error is this one (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=78233.msg1617155#msg1617155)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 29 December, 2013, 04:21:44 pm
My mistake :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 05:27:07 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1183_zpsd9799391.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1183_zpsd9799391.jpg.html)



N-1+1= BLODWYN!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 05:30:44 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1184_zps80a37182.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1184_zps80a37182.jpg.html)



MMmmmmmmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 December, 2013, 05:30:55 pm
^ SEXY

Was Mick Abrahams in Blodwyn Pig? Saw them at the very first (or was it the second?) Bath Blues Festival
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 05:34:55 pm
Quote from: slope on 29 December, 2013, 05:30:55 pm
^ SEXY

Was Mick Abrahams in Blodwyn Pig? Saw them at the very first (or was it the second?) Bath Blues Festival

Yes he was, saw a you tube clip with one of them (poss him) paying an oboe and a flute(may have been different instruments,  :facepalm:) BOTH at the same time, I mean he was blowing and fingering both at the same time ??? ???.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 December, 2013, 05:37:52 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 05:34:55 pm
Quote from: slope on 29 December, 2013, 05:30:55 pm
^ SEXY

Was Mick Abrahams in Blodwyn Pig? Saw them at the very first (or was it the second?) Bath Blues Festival

Yes he was, saw a you tube clip with one of them (poss him) paying an oboe and a flute(may have been different instruments,  :facepalm:) BOTH at the same time, I mean he was blowing and fingering both at the same time ??? ???.


Those WERE the days

But back to the point - tantalising looking frame  ;)

Mick Abrahams was guitarist
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 07:35:35 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/Copyof100_1181_zps023e1181.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/Copyof100_1181_zps023e1181.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 29 December, 2013, 07:48:22 pm
My Thorn Audax is off to Bob Jackson for a re-spray in the New Year. The metalic orange with white detailing that you have used is just what I had in mind.
looks good, nice work.

Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 07:35:35 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1182_zps3df36b91.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1182_zps3df36b91.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:04:22 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1176_zps62af7045.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1176_zps62af7045.jpg.html)


Funny you should mention them, here's Donald, at Blodwyns Birth.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 29 December, 2013, 10:11:05 pm
Enough already...when are you wrapping it up and sending it to me? :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 29 December, 2013, 10:15:14 pm
this thread is for bikes, just sayin' :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 29 December, 2013, 10:15:14 pm
this thread is for bikes, just sayin' :P

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1760_zpsfca1f003.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1760_zpsfca1f003.jpg.html)


point taken. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 30 December, 2013, 01:37:50 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 05:27:07 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1183_zpsd9799391.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1183_zpsd9799391.jpg.html)



N-1+1= BLODWYN!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
I feel as though I've missed a story. Is this a new bike, or is it renovated? I'm seeing cantis and a threaded headset, so I would guess the latter. Lifelong project/desire? Looks like a touring frame - have you plans?

Have you ridden it yet?

It looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 30 December, 2013, 09:10:39 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm


(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg.html)

 :thumbsup: What handlebar tape?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 30 December, 2013, 10:18:38 am
Quote from: slope on 30 December, 2013, 09:10:39 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm


(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg.html)

 :thumbsup: What handlebar tape?

Cinelli cork 'natural'.    when I eventually re tape in a few years i'll go for more of a darker honey/brown colour, but this was in stock (on the shelf) so it got used. Obviously it won't stay that colour for long, but i have washed all my gloves. It does match the mudguards tho, almost perfectly. O:-)  BTW the twine is not every ones cup of tea I know, but i fancied it on this bike, and after 5 mins on you tube , t'was a doddle to do, and to hide all the ends AND get it tight.  Thing is it was plain white parcel twine, so I cut off 2 lengths and soaked them in a strong black Tea for 3 days, then let the drip dry, et voila!

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1752_zps89091038.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1752_zps89091038.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 December, 2013, 10:25:38 am
Quote from: eck on 27 December, 2013, 07:09:03 pm
OD, really bike nice and all that, but you really really must adjust that Hope stem cap so that one of the Hope logos is at 6 or 12 o'clock precisely.

OCD? Moi?? :-X ;)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/SoOc_zps23a6f87b.jpg)

Here we go ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BQnJhaW50cmVlLTIwMTMxMjMwLTAwNTMyLmpwZw_zpsec125b69.jpg)

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 December, 2013, 09:50:09 pm
Quote from: Canardly on 28 December, 2013, 08:28:40 pm
And while you are at it that bell needs re-chroming as well.

It's brass so could do with a polish. I'll see what I can do.

I think I might leave the bell as it it is.  The "lived in" is in keeping with the rest of the bike and it's rider  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 30 December, 2013, 10:31:02 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 30 December, 2013, 10:25:38 am
Here we go ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/utf-8BQnJhaW50cmVlLTIwMTMxMjMwLTAwNTMyLmpwZw_zpsec125b69.jpg)
Aah, that's much better, thank you.
I'll sleep easy in my bed tonight now.....  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 December, 2013, 10:37:41 am
Phew  ;D

Happy to of helped!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 December, 2013, 01:02:34 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 30 December, 2013, 10:18:38 am
Quote from: slope on 30 December, 2013, 09:10:39 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm


(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1762_zps8a308e70.jpg.html)

 :thumbsup: What handlebar tape?

Cinelli cork 'natural'.    when I eventually re tape in a few years i'll go for more of a darker honey/brown colour, but this was in stock (on the shelf) so it got used. Obviously it won't stay that colour for long, but i have washed all my gloves. It does match the mudguards tho, almost perfectly. O:-)  BTW the twine is not every ones cup of tea I know, but i fancied it on this bike, and after 5 mins on you tube , t'was a doddle to do, and to hide all the ends AND get it tight.  Thing is it was plain white parcel twine, so I cut off 2 lengths and soaked them in a strong black Tea for 3 days, then let the drip dry, et voila!

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1752_zps89091038.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/100_1752_zps89091038.jpg.html)
Tea - the cyclist's drink for all reasons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 December, 2013, 01:03:48 pm
Quote from: Gus on 23 December, 2013, 04:34:57 pm
"Gordo" have been "upgraded" for winter use. 26T Chainring & 4.8" Surly BUD front tire.
Time to attack the mud & snow  ;D

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0007_zps7d8901b5.jpg.html)

(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b231/gus69/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg) (http://s20.photobucket.com/user/gus69/media/DSC_0008_zpsf12279d1.jpg.html)
Says the boy who knows "That's like from a DC Comic. It's a proper 2x2!"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 11:53:17 am
Here is my newley completed N+1
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2014-01-02122432_zpsb1cddad9.jpg)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2014-01-02122520_zps02b8d13a.jpg)

Genesis Croix de Fer frameset
Shimano 105 running gear
Avid BB7 brakes
Mavic Open Pro rims on Deore hubs

i don't have a name for it yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 12:32:26 pm
It that a Thudbuster seatpost on there? Hard to tell from the photo.

I won't get my Croix de Fer until March, although the LBS have apparently finished building the new wheels for it - Halo Vapour rims, SP hub dynamo at the front, XT at the back. In the meantime, I'll need to learn how to ride with g**rs again ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 12:43:55 pm
Its a Suntour post. I believe the Thudbuster has an elastomer spring, this has a traditional coil spring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 02 January, 2014, 03:03:58 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 11:53:17 am
Here is my newley completed N+1
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2014-01-02122432_zpsb1cddad9.jpg)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2014-01-02122520_zps02b8d13a.jpg)

Genesis Croix de Fer frameset
Shimano 105 running gear
Avid BB7 brakes
Mavic Open Pro rims on Deore hubs

i don't have a name for it yet.

Love it :thumbsup:

Apart from the seatpost ;D

edit: I forgot to add, my wife has just put a stop from me getting one of these :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 02 January, 2014, 03:16:38 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1759_zps50f0d5f8.jpg)

Which brake levers?

ps your kitchen floor is very clean

pps always good to see a LEVEL rack :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 03:24:12 pm
Quote from: bumper on 02 January, 2014, 03:03:58 pm

Love it :thumbsup:

Apart from the seatpost ;D

edit: I forgot to add, my wife has just put a stop from me getting one of these :(

I agree they the seat pins are fugly, but they work so much better than the telescopic things, which tend to bind. I was instructed by my physio that I must have some sort of shock absorption after back surgery.

<Edited to clarify that its the seat pin that's fugly. I have no idea what Bumper's wife is like.>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 03:50:55 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 03:24:12 pm
I was instructed by my physio that I must have some sort of shock absorption after back surgery.
That's just the universe telling you that you need a fat bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 02 January, 2014, 04:00:24 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 03:24:12 pm


<Edited to clarify that its the seat pin that's fugly. I have no idea what Bumper's wife is like.>

As I WANT not NEED a new bike and she may read this at some stage of my life......

the world was never meant for someone as beautiful as her




D'ya think I got away with it?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 04:07:14 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 03:50:55 pm
That's just the universe telling you that you need a fat bike.

I want this bike to ride distance events such as Audax. I don't think I have either the energy or stamina to ride a fat bike to the end of the street. Love the look of Gus' bike though.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 04:08:38 pm
Quote from: slope on 02 January, 2014, 03:16:38 pm
Which brake levers?
TRP RRL-SR by the looks of it (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/BLTRPRRLSR/trp_rrl_sr_road_brake_levers)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 January, 2014, 04:13:05 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 04:07:14 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 03:50:55 pm
That's just the universe telling you that you need a fat bike.

I want this bike to ride distance events such as Audax. I don't think I have either the energy or stamina to ride a fat bike to the end of the street. Love the look of Gus' bike though.  :thumbsup:
Don't you get proper snow in the Netherlands, as opposed to the stuff we don't have here? That should be justification!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 02 January, 2014, 04:15:01 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 04:08:38 pm
Quote from: slope on 02 January, 2014, 03:16:38 pm
Which brake levers?
TRP RRL-SR by the looks of it (http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/BLTRPRRLSR/trp_rrl_sr_road_brake_levers)

 :thumbsup: Thank you kind sir :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 05:35:56 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 04:07:14 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 03:50:55 pm
That's just the universe telling you that you need a fat bike.

I want this bike to ride distance events such as Audax. I don't think I have either the energy or stamina to ride a fat bike to the end of the street. Love the look of Gus' bike though.  :thumbsup:
Depends on how it's set up - I toyed with the idea of doing the 2015 PBP on a slicked-up, fixed gear Pugsley, then I realised I'd rather staple my bollocks to the floor with a rusty croquet hoop than ride another Audax.

That said, I'm far too heavy for yer average sproingy seatpost so I let the tyres do the work (my main long distance bike is running 2.1" tyres at the moment)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 05:44:23 pm
Interzen, you have started a dangerous train of thought. I have now discovered that the trendy bike themed cafe in The Hague which has a Surley Moonlander on the wall does trial rides (for 26.50 including coffee and caik) on the local beach.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 06:01:35 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 05:44:23 pm
Interzen, you have started a dangerous train of thought. I have now discovered that the trendy bike themed cafe in The Hague which has a Surley Moonlander on the wall does trial rides (for 26.50 including coffee and caik) on the local beach.
:demon:
My work here is done  ;D

(but seriously, give it a go - it'll either be the start of something wonderful or an expensive round of coffee and cake with a bike ride chucked in. If the local beach has proper dunes, then the Moonie will be in its perfect habitat)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2014, 06:58:49 pm
Quote from: slope on 02 January, 2014, 03:16:38 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1759_zps50f0d5f8.jpg)

Which brake levers?

ps your kitchen floor is very clean

pps always good to see a LEVEL rack :thumbsup:

Yes levers question already answered, they are an ergonomic dream, and 'well retro' being both cranked 'dog leg stylee' and drilled. The 'black' hooded ones aren't drilled tho' it was a little concession to retro bling.
kitchen floor! clean? hmmm.  trouble is it's bamboo, and marks real easy.   :facepalm:
rear rack! level? did my best.

Oh ! BTW that is NOT a jar of M....Mite on said rack!!!! 2 points for the CORRECT answer
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 02 January, 2014, 07:23:00 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2014, 06:58:49 pm
Oh ! BTW that is NOT a jar of M....Mite on said rack!!!! 2 points for the CORRECT answer

Its a jar that formerly contained Mar**ite but now contains the nuts, bolts and washers that didn't quite make it onto the bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 02 January, 2014, 07:23:38 pm
Is it a mug?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2014, 07:58:53 pm
NON x2  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 January, 2014, 08:08:22 pm
It's a Foska Marmite jersey folded with exceedingly good origami skills.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 02 January, 2014, 09:54:35 pm
A tub of mar...te?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2014, 10:01:27 pm
no no no ;D ::-)  and it really is not a trick question. O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 January, 2014, 11:25:38 pm
It's not a virtual jar, is it?

BTW, your tyres are very shiny!  :thumbsup: What are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 January, 2014, 08:58:53 am
Is it a fridge magnet?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 03 January, 2014, 09:40:51 am
Nott fridge magnet. Give you a clue as your all struggling a bit. I have 2 of them.

The tyres are std marathon 28 s, the reflective strip caught the flash.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 03 January, 2014, 09:41:56 am
Can't be specific, but is it either a salt or pepper pot?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 03 January, 2014, 09:48:20 am
Nice lateral thinking, but not correct.   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 03 January, 2014, 10:01:24 am
Money box

Coffee jar

Sugar bowl
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 January, 2014, 10:29:35 am
Photoshopped generic yeast extract jar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 03 January, 2014, 11:05:12 am
They did Egg Cups at one point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 03 January, 2014, 11:09:45 am
Quote from: mcshroom on 03 January, 2014, 11:05:12 am
They did Egg Cups at one point.

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/Picture502_zpsd820dbe6.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/Picture502_zpsd820dbe6.jpg.html)


enOeuf already!!  deux point!


Really tho I think they missed a trick here, they could have just given away a free deeply recessed replacement lid, for use one the jar is licked clean, et voila!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 03 January, 2014, 12:05:23 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 05:44:23 pm
Interzen, you have started a dangerous train of thought. I have now discovered that the trendy bike themed cafe in The Hague which has a Surley Moonlander on the wall does trial rides (for 26.50 including coffee and caik) on the local beach.

If that local beach is the one at Scheveningningningningen then I have ridden a Pugsley across the sands and it was much fun :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 03 January, 2014, 12:22:55 pm
It would indeed be Scheveningningningningen.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 03 January, 2014, 12:50:43 pm
After collecting the Moonlander from Den Haage, stop off at the herring stall outside the parliament buildingningningningning and snaffle down a couple of raw herring fillet and onion rolls.

They sound a bit  :sick: but taste lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 03 January, 2014, 06:18:54 pm
Lekker
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 03 January, 2014, 06:27:53 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 02 January, 2014, 04:13:05 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 02 January, 2014, 04:07:14 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 January, 2014, 03:50:55 pm
That's just the universe telling you that you need a fat bike.

I want this bike to ride distance events such as Audax. I don't think I have either the energy or stamina to ride a fat bike to the end of the street. Love the look of Gus' bike though.  :thumbsup:
Don't you get proper snow in the Netherlands, as opposed to the stuff we don't have here? That should be justification!

You don't need justification for a Fatbike :)

Just waiting for my new one to arrive...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 05 January, 2014, 06:12:00 pm
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2856/11771150033_ce2299a07e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/11771150033/)
P1010005 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/11771150033/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5478/11771570134_9c28237718_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/11771570134/)
P1010009 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/11771570134/) by JuanM58 (http://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

I have been building this up through the autumn and winter. The frame came from a well-known purveyor of vintage kit and is Mercian's Superlight model from 1976. The frame is 531 DB and in really nice conditon cosmetically and I haven't needed to do anything to it although it might be worth touching up some of minor dings if I can get a match for the paint. The parts have been sourced from this forum, as well as Retrobike, CTC and Ebay with a few new bits such as rims, cables, headset and the like.

The wheels are 28 hole Royce hubs laced to Halo Retro rims with Sapim double butted spokes. Unfortunately there aren't too many options for trad looking rims with 28 holes but the Halos look pretty good and the Halo Retro skewers look in keeping. Vittoria Rubino tyres are fitted.

Transmission is by Suntour Superbe Pro chainset with Suntour Superbe pedals, SRAM chain driving Suntour Perfect 14-24 5-speed block. Rear mech is Suntour Cyclone Mk2 with Campag Record front, Simplex retrofriction levers. BB is Tange, Stronglight, Cyclo etc. - I could probably do with replacing this in the longer run. Cinelli toeclips and Spa cycles leather straps.

Bars are 3ttt Gimondi with a 115mm Cinelli A1 stem and a Tange headset. Brakes are Suntour Superbe levers with Campag Record callipers. I have some leather bar tape to fit once I sort out the brake positions. The saddle is a Brooks Ti Swift with a Campag aero seatpost.

How does it ride? Well I don't know, the weather has just been too bad for me to risk taking it out but once the sun returns I'll be out to start road testing. It does feel nice and light and when I took it down from the garage rafters this morning to take some snaps it felt as if it was almost vibrating, waiting to be off on the road!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 January, 2014, 07:30:03 pm
Very pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 05 January, 2014, 11:26:35 pm
Very nice, hope to see it around sometime. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 11 January, 2014, 02:33:43 pm
My new one. Very comfortable and quick
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/11thjan2014.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 11 January, 2014, 02:38:07 pm

Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 December, 2013, 10:20:58 pm

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/100_1759_zps50f0d5f8.jpg)

Very very nice. I really like that :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 12 January, 2014, 06:25:21 pm
The beast is finally finished. I've fitted a 48t outer to replace the 42t and  fitted a 25-11 cassette to help with road gearing. It was a bollock drop for this ride ;D I wish I'd kept the mtb cassette on, I've still kept the 32. That gave me 32/25 to maul it up the hill. The weather was forecast as ice, hence the schwalbe winters. As you can see they got it wrong!!

I've also changed the stem to a hope 25degree rise, it's now got a nice comfy drop.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3810/11903914814_78eaa17627_z.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/j8UF9A)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5477/11903756656_1a5293680f_z.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/j8TS8J)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 January, 2014, 07:05:11 am
That looks well nice!  Where are the photos taken?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 13 January, 2014, 07:54:22 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 13 January, 2014, 07:05:11 am
That looks well nice!  Where are the photos taken?

First was Bwlch y Groes, second was Vyrnwy. It was like a summers day, it's usually grey and misty!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 January, 2014, 08:05:49 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: thepeopel on 13 January, 2014, 04:04:06 pm
Hi all, new to the forum. This was my bike when it was first built up, it is to me a beautiful bike  :) but unfortunately not so practical. i kept it like this for a while but it became my only "road" bike so some changes had to be made in the name of practicality, firstly i was never going to drill beautiful track forks so i sourced a 1" carbon fork with a little more rake that was drilled for a brake and switched to my all day saddle. I have commuted/trained on this for some time and i love it, but a move to Glasgow beckons so it will returned to track spec for some adventures on the new velodrome :).

Set up one:
(http://s21.postimg.org/u2o7hhhav/IMG_1687.jpg) (http://postimage.org/)
how to capture screen (http://postimage.org/app.php)

Set up two:
(http://s23.postimg.org/s1fadnwrv/2yxrsyc.jpg) (http://postimage.org/)
free image hosting (http://postimage.org/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 13 January, 2014, 04:08:47 pm
Welcome to teh forum  :thumbsup:

Love the colour of that  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: thepeopel on 13 January, 2014, 04:26:03 pm
Quote from: Squarewheels on 13 January, 2014, 04:08:47 pm
Welcome to teh forum  :thumbsup:

Love the colour of that  8)

Thanks, it is a white pearl base? with a blue/clear top coat. Wherever the light hits the pearl comes through. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 18 January, 2014, 05:06:18 pm
The new Enigma:-

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3788/12014546446_9234376ba1_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/12014546446/)
14-01-18 New Enigma RHS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/12014546446/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3672/12013733325_eb39ab95ae_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/12013733325/)
14-01-18 New Enigma LHS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/12013733325/) by Chocolatebike1 (http://www.flickr.com/people/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

Full story here:- https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=62367.0



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rabbit on 19 January, 2014, 07:53:38 am
Wow, that is beautiful  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tail End Charlie on 19 January, 2014, 10:52:13 am
So where are the rally-car type headlights you normally have?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 19 January, 2014, 10:56:25 am
Andrew, that looks horrible, the next time you are passing, feel free to leave it in my garage so that you don't have to look upon the ugliness*

*May contain traces of a lie**
** it is lovely, and has the rear caliper in the right place!***
*** I now totally hate you! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 19 January, 2014, 11:09:27 am
Quote from: Tail End Charlie on 19 January, 2014, 10:52:13 am
So where are the rally-car type headlights you normally have?  ;)

Give it time .........

Quote from: tiermat on 19 January, 2014, 10:56:25 am

 I now totally hate you! :)


 :-*

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robbo on 06 February, 2014, 10:32:53 pm
My well used and abused inbred
(http://i643.photobucket.com/albums/uu156/robkav/WP_000207.jpg) (http://s643.photobucket.com/user/robkav/media/WP_000207.jpg.html)
(http://i643.photobucket.com/albums/uu156/robkav/WP_000209.jpg) (http://s643.photobucket.com/user/robkav/media/WP_000209.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 February, 2014, 04:41:03 pm
New bike day!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7362/12366731874_11d06154ea_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12366731874/)
Ute! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12366731874/) by cnarborough (http://www.flickr.com/people/26008756@N08/), on Flickr

Second hand Ute for boy-hauling duties. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 February, 2014, 05:19:27 pm
Another cool dad!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 07 February, 2014, 07:31:09 pm
(http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx200/finchyA/20140124_180203.jpg)

Finally finished the bike I got off bloomers on this forum , now 18.1lb , chuffed as hell with it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 09 February, 2014, 09:12:29 am
Quote from: clarion on 07 February, 2014, 05:19:27 pm
Another cool dad!

I dunno about that.

Got a Yepp Maxi seat on the way to go on the back. Might need to change the pannier for something smaller once that arrives but we'll see. Need to order a crash hat for the boy next.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 09 February, 2014, 04:39:06 pm
After a bit of fettling and changing over the last couple months, this is my Dawes Horizon, complete with the new brown bar tape and saddle, and front and rear racks.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-HAS0m2i9SBk/UvetzOGD4_I/AAAAAAAAEDU/8SzpohZOS2Q/w737-h553-no/IMG_20140209_145653.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 09 February, 2014, 04:44:16 pm
That looks like a nice ride - now load it up and see the world :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 09 February, 2014, 04:48:36 pm
The world may have to wait a little, but I'm off touring the East coast of Scotland and Northumberland next month :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 09 February, 2014, 06:54:21 pm
Quote from: chris n on 07 February, 2014, 04:41:03 pm
New bike day!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7362/12366731874_11d06154ea_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12366731874/)
Ute! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12366731874/) by cnarborough (http://www.flickr.com/people/26008756@N08/), on Flickr

Second hand Ute for boy-hauling duties. :thumbsup:

It appears you have bought a mobile ironing board.  :o  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 February, 2014, 07:13:06 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7295/12324743643_0fe6521d4c_o.jpg)

Ridiculous endeavour (attempt No. 23)

George Longstaff custom made 1992 frame for my 'late' (never understood that bizarre term) wife. Years spent on and off trying to make it fit me. I can live with the toe overlap. The VO long layback seatpost got me knees and arse in the right place eventually. Still struggling with twitchy steering - been through more stem/bars combinations than imaginable ::-)  Might give up and hang it on the bedroom wall. Stepgrandaughter might get it down the line?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157635263716110/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2014, 07:15:34 pm
N+1 Planet X RT-57

Ultegra 6800, 3T Team carbon bar and alloy stem, Ritchey WCS carbon seatpost, Fizik Arione R3 saddle, Fulcrum Racing Zero Competitione Red Passion wheels, Ultremo ZX Evo tyres. 6.9kg as it's seen here. Everything bought in January sales, total around £2100

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/IMG_0127_zps2d9b8122.jpg)

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/IMG_0128_zps65483d4e.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 February, 2014, 08:28:13 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 09 February, 2014, 04:39:06 pm
After a bit of fettling and changing over the last couple months, this is my Dawes Horizon, complete with the new brown bar tape and saddle, and front and rear racks.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-HAS0m2i9SBk/UvetzOGD4_I/AAAAAAAAEDU/8SzpohZOS2Q/w737-h553-no/IMG_20140209_145653.jpg)
That's looking grand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 February, 2014, 10:44:22 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2014, 07:15:34 pm
N+1 Planet X RT-57

Ultegra 6800, 3T Team carbon bar and alloy stem, Ritchey WCS carbon seatpost, Fizik Arione R3 saddle, Fulcrum Racing Zero Competitione Red Passion wheels, Ultremo ZX Evo tyres. 6.9kg as it's seen here. Everything bought in January sales, total around £2100

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/IMG_0127_zps2d9b8122.jpg)

Nice tiles! But oh that chainset... At 6.9kg I guess we can overlook it though.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 09 February, 2014, 10:49:35 pm
I'm not sure about the white bar tape either - but it's a sharp-looking bike, Tim.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 09 February, 2014, 11:34:18 pm
Quote from: TimC on 09 February, 2014, 07:15:34 pm
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/IMG_0128_zps65483d4e.jpg)
Custom pipe holder for Riggers? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 09 February, 2014, 11:35:58 pm
Quote from: Deano on 09 February, 2014, 10:49:35 pm
I'm not sure about the white bar tape either - but it's a sharp-looking bike, Tim.
Let's hope I can do it justice!

Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 09 February, 2014, 10:44:22 pm
Nice tiles! But oh that chainset... At 6.9kg I guess we can overlook it though.  :)

Not as pretty as the 6600 chainset, I agree, but 2x11 and a 32-tooth granny gear go some way to compensating for the out-of-balance looks!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 10 February, 2014, 04:01:51 pm
I do like that Planet X...

I would also like some of their carbon clinchers  :hand:...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chilipapa on 10 February, 2014, 08:42:17 pm
The Shimanos' 11 speed beauty is in it's design. No BCD on the chainset and the direct mount calipers are top design.
However your bar tape is doing my OCD no end of harm,  Tape to stem gappage seems to be out of kilter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 10 February, 2014, 09:11:59 pm
The tape to stem gappage is identical. The Sram Garmin mount destabilises the picture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 10 February, 2014, 11:08:34 pm
Quote from: slope on 09 February, 2014, 07:13:06 pm
Ridiculous endeavour (attempt No. 23)

George Longstaff custom made 1992 frame for my 'late' (never understood that bizarre term) wife. Years spent on and off trying to make it fit me.

For me there came a time when I accepted that a bike I had always loved didn't - and would never - fit. But it took a custom made bike to realise this. Nevertheless I held on to (and still rode) the old one out of sentiment.

Then one day I found someone (who had become a friend) that it did fit, and I gave it to him. That was hard, but also liberating.

By 'late' do you mean dead? If so, I can understand wanting to keep the bike. I hope it does fit your step granddaughter down the line, and that she loves it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dawes-man on 14 February, 2014, 05:11:15 pm
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7420/11528202685_f0abbb0c6a.jpg)][url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/22983673@N02/11528202685/](http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7420/11528202685_f0abbb0c6a.jpg) (http://[url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/22983673@N02/11528202685/)
1956 H.R. Morris - finished, almost, and riding beautifully - 24th December 2014 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/22983673@N02/11528202685/) by Dawes-man (http://www.flickr.com/people/22983673@N02/), on Flickr[/url]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 February, 2014, 10:52:17 pm
That is just splendid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chilipapa on 16 February, 2014, 10:23:34 am
I'm going for this as a base for my Audax bike. Realised I had some old 9 speed triple STI's kicking about, so I've ordered a Spa triple chainset. Full guards and lightweight luggage needed. Ultegra 10 speeds, CX50 chainset and race saddle going on the next bike.
 (http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3829/12542081943_b5097ab537_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dawes-man on 16 February, 2014, 10:28:59 am
Quote from: clarion on 15 February, 2014, 10:52:17 pm
That is just splendid.

Thank you, clarion. I'm very pleased with it. As the caption says, it rides beautifully. Dick Morris certainly knew how to build a frame.

BTW, I didn't mean to post the photo twice - no matter what I did it to edit it, it came out that way.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Dawes-man on 16 February, 2014, 10:38:15 am
Quote from: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
A reintroduction to old friends:

Blue the 1980? Carlton (Corsa?).
 
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0476.jpg)

Close up of Whsh's lovely cluster

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0265-1.jpg)


Reg the 1951 Rudge Pathfinder

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)

And BTW, the blue Carlton looks very nice and I can see why you've chosen the close-up of the Woodrup seat lug as your avatar. :thumbsup:

I'm partial to the old Rudge, too. My wife has a 1938 Rudge N0. 68. Too small for me but a nice rider.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 16 February, 2014, 10:31:58 pm
Quote from: chilipapa on 16 February, 2014, 10:23:34 am
I'm going for this as a base for my Audax bike. Realised I had some old 9 speed triple STI's kicking about, so I've ordered a Spa triple chainset. Full guards and lightweight luggage needed. Ultegra 10 speeds, CX50 chainset and race saddle going on the next bike.
 (http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3829/12542081943_b5097ab537_z.jpg)
I do like that. I can't quite say why, but it just works.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 17 February, 2014, 09:48:28 am
Longstaff takes the Road North to Perdition  :demon:

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/12566989025_0bc0792dda_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/12566989025/)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5494/12567116653_166a69bf4f_o.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/12567116653/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 February, 2014, 09:58:30 am
Classy look.
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 17 February, 2014, 04:14:43 pm
Quote from: Dawes-man on 16 February, 2014, 10:38:15 am
Quote from: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
A reintroduction to old friends:

Reg the 1951 Rudge Pathfinder

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)
And BTW, the blue Carlton looks very nice and I can see why you've chosen the close-up of the Woodrup seat lug as your avatar. :thumbsup:

I'm partial to the old Rudge, too. My wife has a 1938 Rudge N0. 68. Too small for me but a nice rider.

Funnily enough, that Rudge ended up as mine as when clarion finally sorted it out, it was too small for him and just right for me! Actually, with the lovely bars it fits better than most of my own bikes! :)
Title: Re: Member's bikes
Post by: slope on 17 February, 2014, 04:37:46 pm
Quote from: Butterfly on 17 February, 2014, 04:14:43 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/ado15/PICT0173.jpg)
Funnily enough, that Rudge ended up as mine as when clarion finally sorted it out, it was too small for him and just right for me! Actually, with the lovely bars it fits better than most of my own bikes! :)

Are there any photos for our pleasure?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 20 February, 2014, 09:50:01 pm
My new Brompton S6L:
(https://ycpi-farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/12440646025_20217145a8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/12440646025/)

Folded:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7352/12441248375_c178792e11_n.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/12441248375/)

On the train:
(https://ycpi-farm4.staticflickr.com/3737/12663008733_2b0b5ca9d2_n.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/12663008733/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 February, 2014, 07:37:13 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 21 February, 2014, 04:19:41 pm
Quote from: CrinklyUncle on 20 February, 2014, 09:50:01 pm
My new Brompton S6L:
(https://ycpi-farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/12440646025_20217145a8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/12440646025/)

That's lovely. I regret going with the boring white now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 February, 2014, 04:23:30 pm
Have Brommies got funky brake levers now or are they custom jobs?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 06:38:25 pm
The new toy:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/1622624_10151894587826636_1050359962_n.jpg)

May contain traces of gears  :P

Feel free to imagine that the photo contains a jar of your preferred brand of yeast extract.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 06:41:34 pm
You swine!
You beat me to it. I'm just eyeing one of those up. Hence selling my cube.


Looks lovely, how heavy does it feel?

Edit : hope that's not the frame I've looked at today!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 February, 2014, 06:47:10 pm
Latest incarnation of the '82 RRA

It's ALL about THE brown cables ::-)

(https://s3.yimg.com/so/7401/12589088444_52743958e7_b.jpg)

(https://s2.yimg.com/sm/5524/12567077963_50227b65a8_b.jpg)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2836/12589084974_09345b7309_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 06:49:28 pm
Quote from: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 06:41:34 pm
Looks lovely, how heavy does it feel?
Weighs about 24lbs although it feels a bit weird when you pick it up because the Brooks saddle makes it feel 'rear heavy'.

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Edit : hope that's not the frame I've looked at today!
Highly unlikely - this particular bike has been in my LBS since the end of January as we've been waiting for various bits to turn up. The final bit of the puzzle was the arrival of a 48T TA chainring to replace the 50T it came with by default. IMO, the TA ring looks far nicer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 06:53:54 pm
All bikes feel rear heavy when I sit on them, so that's not a worry ;D

What size tyres are you running and do you know what the max will be ?

You and I have a very similar taste in bikes!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 07:06:34 pm
Quote from: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 06:53:54 pm
All bikes feel rear heavy when I sit on them, so that's not a worry ;D

What size tyres are you running and do you know what the max will be ?
It's currently running the stock tyres which, I think, are 35s - I could probably get mudguards on there in a pinch although it'd be tight. Without guards, you might get away with 700x40 at a pinch - anything bigger isn't going to happen.

Fork clearance is a bit tight, although there's a bit more room out back.

I'm going to leave the stock tyres on for now, as they look like they might be a good bet for the mixed-terrain training rides I'm planning when I'm not riding the Fortitude fixed. Generally speaking, I'm not a fan of Continental tyres, so there's a better than even chance that they'll end up being replaced sooner rather than later.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 07:13:49 pm
They didn't look like 35s. That's great though, I've got a few sets of conti 35s waiting plus a nice pair of schwalbe 38s in the shed. I would like guards too so here's hoping.

Good choice, enjoy it and get it dirty :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 07:23:53 pm
Quote from: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 07:13:49 pm
They didn't look like 35s. That's great though, I've got a few sets of conti 35s waiting plus a nice pair of schwalbe 38s in the shed. I would like guards too so here's hoping.
I think you'll be lucky to get mudguards and the Schwalbes to play nicely, but feel free to prove me wrong ... I've taken the SKS P45s off my Day One with an eye to fitting them to the Croix, but I want to get  a couple of shakedown rides in first, especially as much of this month has been spent on the sodding turbo :(

I'm eyeing up the WTB Nano 40 (http://www.bikeradar.com/road/news/article/wtb-adds-nano-gravel-tyre-40090/) as a possible replacement for the Contis - I've got 29x2.1" Nanos on the Tour Divide bike and they've proven to be up to pretty much anything short off full-on mud and snow. Surly Knards (700x41) are another possibility.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 21 February, 2014, 09:33:56 pm
I've finally finished re-building my Thorn Audax having recently had it re-sprayed by Bob Jackson's. The tandem still requires re-assembly but with my stoker currently hobbling about on crutches I guess there's no hurry.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7331/12517114863_00aefd4c40_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12517114863/)
SANY0268 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12517114863/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5477/12516994445_d87bccfa5a_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12516994445/)
SANY0256 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12516994445/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5539/12682867924_a77fc15231_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682867924/)
P1030147 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682867924/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7408/12682395325_53c2811ae3_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682395325/)
P1030149 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682395325/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 21 February, 2014, 09:40:16 pm
Quote from: CrinklyUncle on 20 February, 2014, 09:50:01 pm
My new Brompton S6L:
(https://ycpi-farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/12440646025_20217145a8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/74277693@N03/12440646025/)



With a white seat post that would have more than a hint of le Tricoleure about it ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 February, 2014, 09:52:01 pm
Quote from: Joe.B on 21 February, 2014, 09:33:56 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5539/12682867924_a77fc15231_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682867924/)
P1030147 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/12682867924/) by Joe.Audax (http://www.flickr.com/people/84858164@N02/), on Flickr
Rather lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 10:11:52 pm
Quote from: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 07:23:53 pm
Quote from: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 07:13:49 pm
They didn't look like 35s. That's great though, I've got a few sets of conti 35s waiting plus a nice pair of schwalbe 38s in the shed. I would like guards too so here's hoping.
I think you'll be lucky to get mudguards and the Schwalbes to play nicely, but feel free to prove me wrong ... I've taken the SKS P45s off my Day One with an eye to fitting them to the Croix, but I want to get  a couple of shakedown rides in first, especially as much of this month has been spent on the sodding turbo :(

I'm eyeing up the WTB Nano 40 (http://www.bikeradar.com/road/news/article/wtb-adds-nano-gravel-tyre-40090/) as a possible replacement for the Contis - I've got 29x2.1" Nanos on the Tour Divide bike and they've proven to be up to pretty much anything short off full-on mud and snow. Surly Knards (700x41) are another possibility.

It'll be a bummer if the mudguards won't fit with the 38s :( you'll have to get some pics up when you've got them on with the 35s to show the clearance left. The 38s problem won't stop me from getting the frame if my cube sells. Hope the 35 marathon winters will fit with guards, they look chunkier than the 35 contis.

The nano 40 tyres look like they'll be a great summer tyre, they should be okay on tarmac too looking at the centre tread.

Get your guards on, that'll get you off the turbo and onto the road.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 21 February, 2014, 11:02:51 pm
Quote from: bumper on 21 February, 2014, 10:11:52 pm
It'll be a bummer if the mudguards won't fit with the 38s :( you'll have to get some pics up when you've got them on with the 35s to show the clearance left.
Can't get a mudguard on the front with the stock tyres - just tried it; I suspect that the outer row of knobblies is the issue, although clearance under the fork crown is a bit tight even without the guards on. I didn't try the rear mudguard, since it's currently attached to the Day One, but given that there's a bit more clearance at the back it may be less of a problem.

The frame does have Crudcatcher bosses on the downtube though, although you'd probably need to be creative with a couple of spacers to stop the guard interfering with the gear cables. I run a Crudcatcher on my Surly 1x1 and it's surprisingly good at keeping the muck at bay.

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The 38s problem won't stop me from getting the frame if my cube sells. Hope the 35 marathon winters will fit with guards, they look chunkier than the 35 contis.
35s with studs will be marginal with a front mudguard, I reckon - Crudcatcher might be the way to go. 38s? No way, unless they've got a very square profile. Again, feel free to prove me wrong ;)

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The nano 40 tyres look like they'll be a great summer tyre, they should be okay on tarmac too looking at the centre tread.
They've got the same tread as the 'regular' Nanos by the looks of it - they roll really well on hardpack and gravel, although obviously they're a bit sketchy in corners on loose stuff - I'm running 2.1s at around 45-50psi. I love 'em, and I'm planning to run Nanos on the Fortitude fixed when I do the Dorset Gravel Dash at the end of May (they're also what I'm planning to run if/when the Tour Divide plan works out)

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Get your guards on, that'll get you off the turbo and onto the road.
Oddly enough, the Croix is on the turbo at the moment  ;D I figured it was the best way to get the position dialled in and get used to using gears again before going out for a 'proper' ride. I was right, although I only needed to tweak the saddle angle a little bit. Fitted the bottle cage that was on the Day One (now the 'designated' turbo trainer bike) so in theory I'm good to go.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 22 February, 2014, 08:57:03 am
Thanks for trying the guards. I'm worried it might not suit my need now!  Why sell a bike with 35s and mudguard fittings when they don't fit! I doubt they'd fit with the studs, they look much wider and higher than the 35s. No doubt it'll be fine with road 35s though but I need it have studs and guard capability too :( I'll be keeping an eye out for updated pics.

Setting up on the turbo is cheating, you have to go out for a few hours and see where the aches and pains start to develop :D it's nice today so go play!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 February, 2014, 12:59:26 pm
Oooh ... I almost forgot.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/t1/12385_10151889278536636_130889708_n.jpg)

Heeeeeere's Pugsley! (now with gears - I must be going soft ;) )

Having balked at riding my 'usual' off-road loop on the Fortitude fixed on account of the mud being nearly hub deep in places, I think Pugsley's going to be getting a lot of use in the near future.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gus on 22 February, 2014, 05:03:08 pm
Interzen

My guess : You still have a great big grin on your face after riding it........  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 February, 2014, 05:19:36 pm
Quote from: Gus on 22 February, 2014, 05:03:08 pm
Interzen

My guess : You still have a great big grin on your face after riding it........  ;D
Oh God, yes.
The great thing about fat-bikes is that riding them is Type 1 Fun1 even when cycling as a whole feels more like Type 3 Fun (and boy, I've had a lot of that recently)

1 - http://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/blog/2011/09/definitions-of-fun-2/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 22 February, 2014, 05:30:57 pm
Yay, Pugsley lives! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyUncle on 22 February, 2014, 07:01:39 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 21 February, 2014, 04:23:30 pm
Have Brommies got funky brake levers now or are they custom jobs?

They are the ones that came with it, I think they changed the brake levers last year link (http://road.cc/content/news/67315-new-brompton-products-cycle-show).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 February, 2014, 11:43:09 am
Quote from: Gus on 22 February, 2014, 05:03:08 pm
Interzen

My guess : You still have a great big grin on your face after riding it........  ;D

I'm missing not having a fatbike at the moment, especially in these conditions. Sold my Pugsley in the autumn to fund the new one. Hopefully be fat again by March
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2014, 07:42:15 am
Quote from: CrinklyUncle on 22 February, 2014, 07:01:39 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 21 February, 2014, 04:23:30 pm
Have Brommies got funky brake levers now or are they custom jobs?

They are the ones that came with it, I think they changed the break levers last year link (http://road.cc/content/news/67315-new-brompton-products-cycle-show).

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 28 February, 2014, 11:29:08 am
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1/1618446_10100819550606180_781196093_n.jpg)

2013 Whyte 901, with some extras (800mm Kore bars, X9 shifters, Bontrager Rhythm Comp wheels, 200mm rotors F&R, tubeless 2.2" tyres and a Reverb). First MTB in 9 years. I shall be riding it like a hooligan until I break myself.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 22 March, 2014, 05:50:51 pm
New addition to the stable - my new "best bike", an early birthday present to myself a it's the big three-zero this year:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3796/13333665773_769fed31a5_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/dibdib/13333665773/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:11:46 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1898661_10152272111798399_1706965841_o.jpg)

1939 Claud Butler, for the Vintage Velo Anjou this year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 23 March, 2014, 07:15:53 pm
I can't remember whether I've posted a picture of the not-Tifosi before, but since it's had various changed bits and was almost clean this morning, here's the current incarnation in audax mode:

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2818/13361017675_b6115512d4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/natnot/13361017675/)

(Yes, I really should cut down that steerer. One day I'll get round to it! :facepalm:)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 March, 2014, 07:24:45 pm
I think there's a spoke reflector slightly out of alignment ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2014, 07:28:09 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:11:46 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1898661_10152272111798399_1706965841_o.jpg)

1939 Claud Butler, for the Vintage Velo Anjou this year.
Handlebars Shoreditch circa 2011.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 March, 2014, 07:30:41 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:11:46 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1898661_10152272111798399_1706965841_o.jpg)

1939 Claud Butler, for the Vintage Velo Anjou this year.

This is fascinating and possibly* lovely.

75 years old and it looks in very good condition. Resprayed? Magic beans?

By clicking on the link I see two things:

1. something funny going on above the headset - what is that?
2. zero space between tyre and crown. I usually assume anything before 1970 (ish) has something other than 700 wheels (29"?), so that 'modern' wheels look small. What's the story, M57?

*I'm quite colour-blind. I think it's lovely, but people have made it clear that I am sometimes wrong about this. However, these days, I say screw them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 March, 2014, 07:41:59 pm
Very laid back seat angle.
Quote from: Paul on 23 March, 2014, 07:30:41 pm
*I'm quite colour-blind. I think it's lovely, but people have made it clear that I am sometimes wrong about this. However, these days, I say screw them.
In this case, you're right.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:50:42 pm
Quote from: Paul on 23 March, 2014, 07:30:41 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:11:46 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1898661_10152272111798399_1706965841_o.jpg)

1939 Claud Butler, for the Vintage Velo Anjou this year.

This is fascinating and possibly* lovely.

75 years old and it looks in very good condition. Resprayed? Magic beans?

By clicking on the link I see two things:

1. something funny going on above the headset - what is that?
2. zero space between tyre and crown. I usually assume anything before 1970 (ish) has something other than 700 wheels (29"?), so that 'modern' wheels look small. What's the story, M57?

*I'm quite colour-blind. I think it's lovely, but people have made it clear that I am sometimes wrong about this. However, these days, I say screw them.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1.0-9/p417x417/1798257_10152224182463399_1825674446_n.jpg)

The clamp above the head set is for the stem and above it has the adjusting nut for the bearing, completely original.

The bike came with 26" wheels which were shot. Early Butlers were available with a 27" wheel option so I got a new set made up. I suspect though if you had ordered one with 27" wheels they would have made the front forks longer. I have just got away with it I think but we will have to see how it rides.

The paint had completely bloomed but was originally been this colour I have just had the red panels added for a bit of interest. Resprayed by a magician with magic beans.

I am going to fit it with modern parts that are as close to the original as possible just so I can start riding it, but nothing I do will require modifying the frame which apart from the respray is completely original. If it works for me I will source more original parts at my leisure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 March, 2014, 08:49:10 pm
(Hmm, did I mean 27, not 29?)

I'm surprised to hear that it came with 26" wheels, but I'm no historian. Likewise the headset clamp is new to me but again, that's probably just ignorance on my part.

The seat tube looks very laid back, but the forks are my favourite. I love that curve.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 23 March, 2014, 08:57:39 pm
Our Rudge Pathfinder (1951) came with 26" wheels.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:59:21 pm
Quote from: Paul on 23 March, 2014, 08:49:10 pm
(Hmm, did I mean 27, not 29?)

I'm surprised to hear that it came with 26" wheels, but I'm no historian. Likewise the headset clamp is new to me but again, that's probably just ignorance on my part.

The seat tube looks very laid back, but the forks are my favourite. I love that curve.

(http://www.hilarystone.com/images/sale%20images/CC%20BBs%20&%20headsets/CCHS7-31-32-headclip.jpg)

Better pic of headset clamp, the upper bearing race of the top steerer bearing sat in the bottom of this.

(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/l/t1.0-9/p417x417/3564_10152199626518399_746302425_n.jpg)

Bike as bought.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 March, 2014, 07:20:38 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.

Strokey strokey nice :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 24 March, 2014, 09:34:27 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 08:59:21 pm
(http://www.hilarystone.com/images/sale%20images/CC%20BBs%20&%20headsets/CCHS7-31-32-headclip.jpg)

An early Aheadset!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 March, 2014, 11:16:35 am
As the gallery is feeling retro

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2435/13086640464_c35a3f3717_b.jpg)

The 1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhery' is currently enjoying the smoothness of itself with a black saddle. The Gatorskins' logos are doin' me 'ead in though :sick:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 24 March, 2014, 04:36:13 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 07:20:38 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.

Strokey strokey nice :P

I do hope I don't balls it up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 March, 2014, 05:10:54 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 March, 2014, 04:36:13 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 07:20:38 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.

Strokey strokey nice :P

I do hope I don't balls it up.

Don't worry - the vibe and soul of the frame and forks will always guide you O:-)

And as long as the frame and forks aren't abused with undoable 'upgrades' - enjoy the process. Tweeks, oh endless tweeks are part of the pain process leading to nirvana?

If you get scared - can I have first dibs please

 ;D



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr magnolia on 24 March, 2014, 10:02:16 pm
ah, retro..
here's my very own retro offering from an unbelievable 30 years or so ago...

Its Crime reference 7063646 - dodgy phone camera shot of an old photo I found.  You can see how much I loved it by the weight of the lock that I carried around, not that that helped in the end...

This must be taken in about 1985 on a Yorkshire or Scottish moor.  hmm, ratcheted gear shifters and belt drive mileometer - you don't get these nowadays!

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c204/mrmagnolia/Bicycles%202006/th_CB1914D1-orig_zpse9e0d322.jpg) (http://s28.photobucket.com/user/mrmagnolia/media/Bicycles%202006/CB1914D1-orig_zpse9e0d322.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 24 March, 2014, 10:26:58 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 11:16:35 am
As the gallery is feeling retro

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2435/13086640464_c35a3f3717_b.jpg)

The 1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhery' is currently enjoying the smoothness of itself with a black saddle. The Gatorskins' logos are doin' me 'ead in though :sick:

Lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 March, 2014, 12:58:02 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/13445595925_c6e0b7aefe_b.jpg)

The box is empty - but it was such a good quality Shimano box (at least Ultegra) I persuaded the bike shop to let me take it home
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 27 March, 2014, 12:58:53 pm
Nice backdrop for a cardboard box  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 27 March, 2014, 01:31:47 pm
Having parted (with some sadness) with the very low-slung Dave Lloyd Concept 90, I've built up this hotch-potch on a Lemond Tourmalet frame from 2004, with Mavic Cosmos wheels and a mixture of DA, Ultegra and 105 transmission, CK headset and a super-light (300g or so) Deda fork.  All ready for the London Classic on 6 April, complete with a cassette that goes all the way to 27.  I gave it a test ride last weekend and it's lovely - just a shame my legs are so feeble at the moment.
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=17297)
I could tell it was a light build, but I've just weighed it (bathroom scales - difference between me and me plus bike) and it seems to weigh in at under 18lb, which surprises me somewhat.  Have I missed out some vital component somewhere?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 27 March, 2014, 01:32:58 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 12:58:02 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/13445595925_c6e0b7aefe_b.jpg)

The box is empty - but it was such a good quality Shimano box (at least Ultegra) I persuaded the bike shop to let me take it home

Wonderful picture, though it is heading towards the surreal!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 27 March, 2014, 01:36:19 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2014, 01:31:47 pm
I could tell it was a light build, but I've just weighed it (bathroom scales - difference between me and me plus bike) and it seems to weigh in at under 18lb, which surprises me somewhat.  Have I missed out some vital component somewhere?

Very nice.  3lbs over the UCI limit isn't light though. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 27 March, 2014, 01:39:05 pm
^Trudat, but until I hit paydirt (ha ha) and buy myself something really fancy, this is my lightest ever bike, methinks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 March, 2014, 04:28:17 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 27 March, 2014, 01:32:58 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 12:58:02 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/13445595925_c6e0b7aefe_b.jpg)

The box is empty - but it was such a good quality Shimano box (at least Ultegra) I persuaded the bike shop to let me take it home

Wonderful picture, though it is heading towards the surreal!

Well, the GT Karakoram is psychedelic and anyone who's ridden through and up out of, the wonderful but bizarre Nantlle valley knows there's some weird vibes goin' on - beyond Welsh surrealism even :hand:

The superb quality box by the way is in my spare bedroom with all the other empty but nice boxes - there's quite a commune going on in there ???

I wonder if I've posted this in the incorrect gallery?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 27 March, 2014, 05:09:10 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 11:16:35 am
As the gallery is feeling retro

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2435/13086640464_c35a3f3717_b.jpg)

The 1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhery' is currently enjoying the smoothness of itself with a black saddle. The Gatorskins' logos are doin' me 'ead in though :sick:

That's a lovely machine. I have a Stallard tandem but it currently needs a bit of TLC.

I quite fancy trying some moustache 'bars. Are they the originals or a modern equivalent?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 27 March, 2014, 05:19:22 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 27 March, 2014, 05:09:10 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 11:16:35 am
As the gallery is feeling retro

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2435/13086640464_c35a3f3717_b.jpg)

The 1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhery' is currently enjoying the smoothness of itself with a black saddle. The Gatorskins' logos are doin' me 'ead in though :sick:

That's a lovely machine. I have a Stallard tandem but it currently needs a bit of TLC.

I quite fancy trying some moustache 'bars. Are they the originals or a modern equivalent?

Everything is at least 64 years newer than the frame, forks and headset.

I have a spare pair of 26mm clamp moustache bars (On One Mungos) yours for the price of postage? I find them too wide - which is a shame, as the bars are great IF you need to lengthen a short top tube/bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 March, 2014, 06:21:41 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 04:28:17 pm

The superb quality box by the way is in my spare bedroom with all the other empty but nice boxes - there's quite a commune going on in there ???

I wonder if I've posted this in the incorrect gallery?

You have a box collection  ;D  That is brilliant - well done you  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 March, 2014, 06:51:48 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 04:28:17 pm
Quote from: Wunja on 27 March, 2014, 01:32:58 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 12:58:02 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/13445595925_c6e0b7aefe_b.jpg)

The box is empty - but it was such a good quality Shimano box (at least Ultegra) I persuaded the bike shop to let me take it home

Wonderful picture, though it is heading towards the surreal!

Well, the GT Karakoram is psychedelic and anyone who's ridden through and up out of, the wonderful but bizarre Nantlle valley knows there's some weird vibes goin' on - beyond Welsh surrealism even :hand:

The superb quality box by the way is in my spare bedroom with all the other empty but nice boxes - there's quite a commune going on in there ???

I wonder if I've posted this in the incorrect gallery?
You opened the box and some Welsh mountains came out. I suspect you of being Mr Ben!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 27 March, 2014, 09:17:21 pm
Quote from: slope on 27 March, 2014, 05:19:22 pm
I have a spare pair of 26mm clamp moustache bars (On One Mungos) yours for the price of postage? I find them too wide - which is a shame, as the bars are great IF you need to lengthen a short top tube/bike

Sounds good :). I'll drop you a PM.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 28 March, 2014, 06:32:18 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/IGOR/100_1819_zpsd956660e.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/IGOR/100_1819_zpsd956660e.jpg.html)
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/IGOR/100_1818_zps1c87d0a1.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/IGOR/100_1818_zps1c87d0a1.jpg.html)

Meet Igor, born out of frustration and boredom, but boy, its a cracker!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 28 March, 2014, 09:56:28 pm
A roadified double boingy. Bad roads round your way? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 28 March, 2014, 10:23:46 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 28 March, 2014, 09:56:28 pm
A roadified double boingy. Bad roads round your way? ;D

Yes, terrible. Its more of a x-country rough stuff adventure buggy actually. It's one of those.....crikey, where does that go then,...bikes, that doesn't get bogged down on the road, with double lock out. Its FUN! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 28 March, 2014, 10:44:32 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 28 March, 2014, 10:23:46 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 28 March, 2014, 09:56:28 pm
A roadified double boingy. Bad roads round your way? ;D

Yes, terrible. Its more of a x-country rough stuff adventure buggy actually. It's one of those.....crikey, where does that go then,...bikes, that doesn't get bogged down on the road, with double lock out. Its FUN! :thumbsup:

My bold- 'nuff said :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 March, 2014, 01:27:38 am
Given that this isn't for sale in the shop and that I will eventually ride it I feel quite justified in showing off my Gary Fisher Cake 3

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000574_zpsf6a72469.jpg)

an awful long time in the building but helping to satisfy my GF cravings - which is quite an esoteric failing really.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000573_zps327ad5d9.jpg)

It was actually finished in January but has yet to turn a pedal in anger.  :o

Tiermat suggested it was 'horrible' and in order to save me from myself offered to take it and look after it in his garage until I was better!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 March, 2014, 07:09:54 am
Hmmm, yes, just needs some slicks, mudguards...... ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 29 March, 2014, 07:42:52 am
& pannier racks :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 March, 2014, 09:21:52 am
Erm, no . . .

I have another GF for that.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000462_zpsbf1f5c4b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Phil W on 29 March, 2014, 10:01:55 am

Quote from: PaulR on 27 March, 2014, 01:31:47 pm
(http://www.lfgss.com/picture.php?albumid=1889&pictureid=17297)
I could tell it was a light build, but I've just weighed it (bathroom scales - difference between me and me plus bike) and it seems to weigh in at under 18lb, which surprises me somewhat.  Have I missed out some vital component somewhere?

The rider? ;-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 29 March, 2014, 01:12:07 pm
Haha, yes indeed.  The 8kg bike currently has to carry 78kg of rider.  Working on that side of things.  Or thinking vaguely about working on it...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nuovo_record on 29 March, 2014, 09:10:57 pm
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l253/accent_01/bike/P1040869.jpg) (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/accent_01/media/bike/P1040869.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 March, 2014, 09:17:53 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 29 March, 2014, 01:27:38 am
helping to satisfy my GF cravings
Quote from: torslanda on 29 March, 2014, 09:21:52 am
Erm, no . . .

I have another GF for that.
So, Torslanda, what does your wife think about you and all your girlfriends?
Oh... so these are the ones you can't be parted from!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 29 March, 2014, 09:28:43 pm
Quote from: nuovo_record on 29 March, 2014, 09:10:57 pm
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l253/accent_01/bike/P1040869.jpg) (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/accent_01/media/bike/P1040869.jpg.html)

WTF did you do with those cranks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nuovo_record on 30 March, 2014, 09:13:54 am
oh i see what you mean, they aren't bolted on i just placed them on and dragged the bike out for a picture as it was such a nice day.....i'll fit them and take another  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 30 March, 2014, 11:20:23 am
Ah, it's not finished. Will you sort everything else out while you're at it? ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 30 March, 2014, 07:09:40 pm
No bolt them on as they are and let us know how you get on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 April, 2014, 05:21:09 pm
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3695/13625897905_e2fe50368c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mL5hJe)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 09 April, 2014, 09:22:58 pm
I needed to sort a work / not so good weather bike plus I had parts left over from a project that never happened, so whilst browsing ebay found this local, only a few months old and had hardly been used.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/SirrusSS_zps90dcd9ca.jpg)

As it is now, need to tweak the bars a little but it rides great and I managed to sell all the old parts all ok.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/20140409_192614_zps7932065d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 10 April, 2014, 03:46:34 pm
Nice work!

Chain's a bit slack though, isn't it?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Graham on 13 April, 2014, 07:28:44 am
had this a couple of weeks, love it
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/kcpmyr0hpnfry5b/_gRLVy0WS8
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 13 April, 2014, 07:26:29 pm
oooooooo! its a BJ :thumbsup:    End -end?  verrrry nice. Black always looks good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Graham on 14 April, 2014, 11:36:27 am
yes end to end, when i was looking for a new bike saw a picture on ellis briggs website of an old bob jackson in for refurb the picture showed the finished bike just black with white stickers and no lug lining looked terrific made my mind up there and then .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 April, 2014, 08:34:13 pm
Quote from: Graham on 14 April, 2014, 11:36:27 am
yes end to end, when i was looking for a new bike saw a picture on ellis briggs website of an old bob jackson in for refurb the picture showed the finished bike just black with white stickers and no lug lining looked terrific made my mind up there and then .


Clarion! Just check, you might be missing something.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 April, 2014, 06:26:15 pm
Today's latest ::-) unending fettling results

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7418/13896667184_10b40e0e2e_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/nb1415)Raleigh Record Ace (https://flic.kr/p/nb1415)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7239/13896262015_82ca6a25b3_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/naXYyp)RRA Front (https://flic.kr/p/naXYyp)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2842/13896711344_88552080fa_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/nb1h8s)RRA North Road Bars (https://flic.kr/p/nb1h8s)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7127/13896218433_115fd0c923_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/naXKAZ)PT Stallard Montlhery (https://flic.kr/p/naXKAZ)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2826/13896163805_cec5423265_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/naXtn8)PT Stallard Montlhery (https://flic.kr/p/naXtn8)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7194/13896247013_6f735fb46e_b.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/naXU6K)PT Stallard Montlhery (https://flic.kr/p/naXU6K)

YES, I've got BIG mirrors
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 16 April, 2014, 06:45:08 pm
They're lovely :thumbsup:

Shame about the really, really big mirrors ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 16 April, 2014, 09:53:06 pm
I have a couple of Higgins Ultralites. The first was built in 1953 and I use this mainly for running in and out of town and commuting. The second was built in 1961 and this one does a lot of hard, fast miles. They were both bought cheaply off Ebay and then I lavished care, attention and money building them into machines I would like to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7343/10368430933_837b0d9085_o.jpg)
Here is a link to more pictures documenting it's restoration http://on3wheels.myfastforum.org/about457.html&highlight=

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5486/10577448994_33dca1ca81_z.jpg)
Link to further pictures and it's restoration http://on3wheels.myfastforum.org/about293.html&highlight=
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 16 April, 2014, 09:56:18 pm
Lovely trikes there Barry :thumbsup:

I especially like the barbers pole seat tube on the Higgins :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 16 April, 2014, 10:54:49 pm
Thank you Mcshroom. Bob Jackson's did all the work and I was very pleased with the results. The first is Flamboyant Green and Ivory, the second Fantasy Pink Pearlescent. The pink one glows and shimmers in sun light and is very striking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 07:29:54 am
Blimey, those trikes are amazing machines  :thumbsup:  I hadn't realised they only have brakes on the front.  I'd like to have a closer look at the double brake set up on the pink trike - looks very clever!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 17 April, 2014, 07:43:14 am
Lovely trikes indeed - really nice paintwork.

Fantastic!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 17 April, 2014, 07:54:00 am
Quote from: Barry on 16 April, 2014, 09:53:06 pm

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7343/10368430933_837b0d9085_o.jpg)
Here is a link to more pictures documenting it's restoration http://on3wheels.myfastforum.org/about457.html&highlight=


Fabulous :thumbsup: I've always regretted parting with my Longstaff TWD in the mid 90's - seeing yours increases that :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 17 April, 2014, 07:58:11 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 07:29:54 am
I hadn't realised they only have brakes on the front.
Yes, laws are different for trikes, and with two rear wheels a pair of front brakes is acceptable. 
Quote
I'd like to have a closer look at the double brake set up on the pink trike - looks very clever!
Look at galleries/braking on the Trykit website http://www.trykit.com/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 08:13:11 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 17 April, 2014, 03:14:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 07:29:54 am
I hadn't realised they only have brakes on the front.  I'd like to have a closer look at the double brake set up on the pink trike - looks very clever!

Thanks Oscar's Dad. I had these forks custom built. I was not satisfied with the braking power, using the original set up. I do a lot of riding in the hills west of Harrogate and needed a reliable and powerful set of brakes for the long and steep descents. I tried at first to work within the limitations of the original forks by adapting the bosses to accept modern cantis and the brake bar to take a dual pivot brake but still found them lacking in bite.

Mini Vs were easily the most powerful brake types, for the kind of set up I a using. (Campag Ergo levers and no desire to alter drastically the look and style of the fork to accept a disc brake, which would have required a different crown). So I went to Bob Jacksons in Leeds and they found a lugged crown that exactly matched the original with which to built me a new set of forks. I also took the opportunity to convert to an Ahead steerer. This allowed for a lighter build and a great deal more convenience and a range in both choice and quality, that modern componentry provides.

I'm very happy with the results. The forks perform as they should, comfortable and with no deflection in the front wheel under cornering or pumping hard out of the saddle. The brakes are as powerful as I need, silent and give me complete confidence in all conditions. I'm happy with the aesthetics, thinking they keep some of the original feel and design, while delivering me with a thoroughly modern and contemporary performance. In the general scheme of things, they didn't cost a great deal either.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/10559303383_a0263d7d25.jpg)

Here is a picture with the original forks as I was building it up, the first time round.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/23397_4795757245863_1264129184_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 03:39:18 pm
Wow  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chilipapa on 21 April, 2014, 03:04:13 pm
From this 2013/14 season
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5511/10141764656_6f3d238783_c.jpg)

To this, just ridden it in this guise.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7401/13972977673_542b48e72e_c.jpg)
Just needs a few tweeks to the triple and it should see me out to the Severn and back.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 24 April, 2014, 03:07:58 pm
Barry - are the trikes designed with two front brakes as a legal requirement, or because more power is required in general?

I can imagine a trike is slightly heavier than a comparable bike, but not by a huge margin requiring double the braking power. On a normal road bike I rarely use the back brake anyway, and a single V-brake or dual pivot calliper on the front would be sufficient for all but a heavily laden touring bike in my experience. Obviously, sometimes braking performance is inexplicably underwhelming compared to expectations of a particular set up, and hence your double V set up, but in general trikes seem to be designed with two front brakes. Do you know why that is?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 24 April, 2014, 03:12:37 pm
From what i remember it's because they have to have two independent braking mechanisms, and this is the easiest way to do it on a trike.

Modern tadpole recumbent trikes tend to use two disks on the front wheels and also don't normally have rear brakes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 24 April, 2014, 03:42:51 pm
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 24 April, 2014, 03:07:58 pm
Barry - are the trikes designed with two front brakes as a legal requirement, or because more power is required in general?

I can imagine a trike is slightly heavier than a comparable bike, but not by a huge margin requiring double the braking power. On a normal road bike I rarely use the back brake anyway, and a single V-brake or dual pivot calliper on the front would be sufficient for all but a heavily laden touring bike in my experience. Obviously, sometimes braking performance is inexplicably underwhelming compared to expectations of a particular set up, and hence your double V set up, but in general trikes seem to be designed with two front brakes. Do you know why that is?
It is a legal requirement that there are two independent brakes and law permits tricycle with 2 rear wheels to have them both on the front.  Similarly it is the case that tricycles with 2 front wheels may have both brakes on the rear - provided you do not want to stop that is.  The recumbent case with two front wheels would therefore still require a rear brake (as I understand the 2 front wheel requirements) but this is got over by having a "parking brake" operated on the rear.

Solo lightweight trikes tend to have all braking on the front because rear braking does very little.  The wheels are lightly loaded and so they will easily lock up.   Add a substantial load (heavy touring or a tandem trike)and rear brakes become useful.   I have been asked by bicyclists why it is that I do not lift the back wheels with so much braking on the front. My usual answer is "tricyclists have inbuilt ABS between their ears". I usually only use one brake depending on which hand is nearest a brake at that time.

Riding trikes for 95% of my riding I am so used to having only front wheel braking that when I get on a geared bike I find I lock up the back wheel a couple of times until I get the feel back for rear braking again.

http://www.ctc.org.uk/cyclists-library/regulations/construction-use

Paragraph 9-2 http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1983/1176/pdfs/uksi_19831176_en.pdf
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 April, 2014, 07:25:40 pm
Have I posted this before?

Apologies if so. Marbles gone AWOL ::-)


(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8312/8070682047_21c15a0d2f_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 April, 2014, 09:51:36 pm
Lovely. Makes me think of Ruthie's 'Mixte Fixte' and the gents Claude in Tiermat's bunker.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 April, 2014, 09:54:31 pm
The 'best bike' 2014 make over  :)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2913/13974844306_76449a7b5c_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 April, 2014, 10:14:22 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 24 April, 2014, 03:12:37 pm
From what i remember it's because they have to have two independent braking mechanisms, and this is the easiest way to do it on a trike.

Modern tadpole recumbent trikes tend to use two disks on the front wheels and also don't normally have rear brakes.

Or more usually drums (I think the disc brake stub axle hubs are a relatively recent ICE development in response to a shortage of the ubiquitous Sturmey Archer part).  But the hubs on a tadpole work differently to those on a delta - rotating freely, rather than attached to an axle - so they aren't interchangeable.

I have seen an upright tandem trike with the extra bits of frame to mount rim brakes on the back wheels.  That's probably a strong argument for Magura hydraulics, unless you want to offload both to the stoker or something.


It's common practice to put a dedicated minimal parking brake on the back wheel of a tadpole recumbent, because unlike a locking front brake you can leave it applied while picking up the back end to wheel it around.  It's also a legal requirement if the two front brakes are operated by a single lever (making them a single braking system).  A single braking system appears to be legal on most recumbent trikes, on account of wheel size and seat height exceptions intended for children's cycles, which doesn't make it a good idea, of course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 24 April, 2014, 10:51:17 pm
Quote from: windy on 24 April, 2014, 09:54:31 pm
The 'best bike' 2014 make over  :)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2913/13974844306_76449a7b5c_o.jpg)

Very classy as the bike is Windy, just look at that view.    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 April, 2014, 10:59:48 pm
'Toddun' from the 'Clisham Pass' (the layby by the Rhenigedale road junction) - and 2 water bottles I received as a gift  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 24 April, 2014, 11:08:19 pm
Quote from: Barry on 17 April, 2014, 03:14:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 17 April, 2014, 07:29:54 am
I hadn't realised they only have brakes on the front.  I'd like to have a closer look at the double brake set up on the pink trike - looks very clever!

Thanks Oscar's Dad. I had these forks custom built. I was not satisfied with the braking power, using the original set up. I do a lot of riding in the hills west of Harrogate and needed a reliable and powerful set of brakes for the long and steep descents. I tried at first to work within the limitations of the original forks by adapting the bosses to accept modern cantis and the brake bar to take a dual pivot brake but still found them lacking in bite.

Mini Vs were easily the most powerful brake types, for the kind of set up I a using. (Campag Ergo levers and no desire to alter drastically the look and style of the fork to accept a disc brake, which would have required a different crown). So I went to Bob Jacksons in Leeds and they found a lugged crown that exactly matched the original with which to built me a new set of forks. I also took the opportunity to convert to an Ahead steerer. This allowed for a lighter build and a great deal more convenience and a range in both choice and quality, that modern componentry provides.

I'm very happy with the results. The forks perform as they should, comfortable and with no deflection in the front wheel under cornering or pumping hard out of the saddle. The brakes are as powerful as I need, silent and give me complete confidence in all conditions. I'm happy with the aesthetics, thinking they keep some of the original feel and design, while delivering me with a thoroughly modern and contemporary performance. In the general scheme of things, they didn't cost a great deal either.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/10559303383_a0263d7d25.jpg)

Here is a picture with the original forks as I was building it up, the first time round.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/23397_4795757245863_1264129184_n.jpg)


I'd want two sets of working brakes on Greenhow Hill as well!

The new pink fork looks much tidier than the original installation and next time I see you riding past I'll hail you.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 24 April, 2014, 11:16:40 pm
Quote from: windy on 24 April, 2014, 10:59:48 pm
'Toddun' from the 'Clisham Pass' (the layby by the Rhenigedale road junction) - and 2 water bottles I received as a gift  :)

I have stood at that point five times.   Useful gift those bottles.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 25 April, 2014, 03:40:19 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 April, 2014, 07:25:40 pm
Have I posted this before?

Apologies if so. Marbles gone AWOL ::-)


Don't worry, BP (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=53164.0) will come across them shortly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 26 April, 2014, 09:18:21 pm
A few tweeks carried out, really pleased with it, just under 300miles now, have ordered a new pair of wheels for collection next week so I can switch to 23's tyres.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Bikes/SirrusSS2_zpsd90b4295.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 27 April, 2014, 01:26:15 am
Quote from: greenmeansgo on 24 April, 2014, 03:07:58 pm
Barry - are the trikes designed with two front brakes as a legal requirement, or because more power is required in general?

Hiya Greenmeansgo, my understanding is, it's a legal requirment for any mode of transport on our roads, that they have two INDEPENDANT brakes, so if one fails, you always have a back up. 

To a normal cyclist,  all the braking on the front may look strange, dangerous even but they work pretty much the same, there isn't a great deal of difference. At least in practice, the whole triking experience is so much more different to normal cycling, that you don't really notice the small difference in the way they brake. ???

I like riding to the West of Harrogate into the Dales and finding hilly, quite, country lanes that don't really go anywhere, other than up and down, connecting tiny little villages and farms. I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie and have quite an aggressive riding style. I like to career around at speed pushing the limits of control, which necessarily means there are moments when I am completely out of control. Most rides out at some point, I end up giving myself a bit of a scare. Along with the exercise, the fresh air, the views, the nature and the quietness of the countryside, I enjoy and want that heart in your mouth, A hole puckering sensation, when you think you might have just killed yourself. And for this type of riding, the original brake set up, couldn't deliver me the kind of stopping power I needed, hence the conversion to Mini Vs.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 27 April, 2014, 01:44:41 am
Quote from: sojournermike on 24 April, 2014, 11:08:19 pm
..... next time I see you riding past I'll hail you.

Mike

Hiya Mike please do, I’m up Greenhow Hill three or four times a week and I pass your house a lot, going out via Knox Ford. You will have to shout though. I’m normally in my own little world hurt and pain and don’t tend to recognise people

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 April, 2014, 07:56:27 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/13920944044_08c7b545b0.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/13920944044/)
ROH Omnium 1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/13920944044/) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2919/13920394185_489d2f75e8.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/13920394185/)
ROH Lugs (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/13920394185/) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Over the winter I have been building up this bike based on a 1954 RO Harrison Omnium frame.  I bought the frame in refinished condition from a V-CC member who I had initially contacted regarding another project; it came with the headset and a bag of assorted bits and pices including a TDC bottom bracket. I fitted a re-chromed Williams chainset from Ebay, changing the chainwheel for a 3/32" 50T; Sturmey Archer pedals and clips. The hubs are Normandy 32/40 fixed/free and were provided by a Retrobiker; I built them up with NOS 27" Alesa alloy rims with Sapim Race butted spokes and fitted a Maillard 14-24 5-speed freewheel; tyres are random 27 x 1 1/4" from stock (these seem a little too wide if anything and I would to change these in future if I can find something more suitable). 1950s Campag GS deraileur and a single lever take care of the gears. Brakes are ALP Competition from the same source as the frame. Tatty twin bolt seatpost (probably '80s although it is so weathered it could easily be older, possibly Sumerian) with high Campag content cheap from EBay, oldish but practically unused Brooks pro from CTC forum. Milremo stem and Il Primo Giro di Sicilia bars, Gripfast wingnuts, red toe straps and pump from EBay. I finished off the bars with red cloth tape sealed with a few coats of button polish; the ends were then whipped.

It needs a bit of fettling and general settling down but it's a nice spritely ride and I hope to be able to put in a few miles on the ROH over the summer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 27 April, 2014, 11:00:33 am
^^^^^^Hmmmm! nice lugs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 27 April, 2014, 11:01:54 am
Very attractive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 27 April, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
That's a lovely bike Juan Martin. I'm now in the process of looking for a 1950s doer upper, that I want to keep in vintage condition. A restoration project rather than the renovations that I did on the trikes. Seeing bikes like yours really inspires me.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 April, 2014, 06:40:09 pm
I certainly find rebuilding old bikes a very satisfying process. As a general rule the older the bike is, the more difficult to find and costly the components but it needn't be too expensive if you are prepared to refurbish unloved bits from the depths of the sheds of Britain and avoid the lure of the anorak. I have spent this afternoon cleaning and rebuilding Universal brake callipers and an ancient Campag mech excavated from yesterday's jumble at Ripley. They move. They gleam. They are beautiful!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Barry on 27 April, 2014, 07:51:55 pm
There was a bike jumble in Ripley!? Why didn't anyone tell me?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 27 April, 2014, 08:53:27 pm
I'll bet it's not the Ripley near Harrogate.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 27 April, 2014, 08:58:18 pm
Nope. The Ripley near Guildford. You need to keep an eye on bikejumbles.co.uk.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 28 April, 2014, 09:45:40 am
Did the freewheel tool get a workout?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 April, 2014, 12:14:12 pm
It did Peter! The corresponding freewheel is now fitted to the ROH, safe in the knowledge that I can get it off again! Oddly enough I bumped into a French chap sorting through boxes at the jumble who had the same problem - a freewheel requiring a large diameter removal tool. He showed me one that he had just bought which he thought was more a BB removal tool and it was exactly the same as you provided me; so I was able to reassure him that the tool he had should do the job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 04:53:20 pm
With some shopping on board.  See!  It's a practical utility bike!

OK, so the shopping was bike parts (and a few medicines from the pharmacy), but it was a fuller saddlebag than it's had before.

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2939/14085123593_d22501e70a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nsDWwv)P4290001 (https://flic.kr/p/nsDWwv) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 April, 2014, 06:00:56 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 04:53:20 pm
With some shopping on board.  See!  It's a practical utility bike!

OK, so the shopping was bike parts (and a few medicines from the pharmacy), but it was a fuller saddlebag than it's had before.

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2939/14085123593_d22501e70a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nsDWwv)P4290001 (https://flic.kr/p/nsDWwv) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr

I love the purpose, simplicity and elegance  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 06:02:38 pm
But not the wonky front light :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 April, 2014, 06:08:49 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 06:02:38 pm
But not the wonky front light :-[

I thought that was the turbo/supercharger button ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 April, 2014, 06:09:49 pm
Of course it's a practical utility bike! bike parts and medicines are the ultimate in utility purchases, surely? Well, about from cake and tea. And I thought the front light was adjusted for (extreme) anti-dazzle. What size of saddlebag is that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 07:03:07 pm
We're not sure what saddlebag it is, but we think a Nelson.  I really want one of the smaller ones with no side pockets, or else a Super C Barley.  But that one looks the part OK.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 April, 2014, 07:21:42 pm
I was once thinking of getting one without side pockets (Cadet?) but I do use them - looks like you're using yours too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 07:32:05 pm
Yes, i am, but I wouldn't if I didn't have them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 29 April, 2014, 07:58:20 pm
So I went into (shhhhh) Halfords for tools for the car and this was sitting forlornly in the corner having been robbed of bar tape and the front brake recessed nut. I had both in the bits box at home and managed to get it at a truly bargainacious price. Happy step son!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0046_zpswhfooeh4.jpg)

And then I saw this and had a little mid-life crisis! Well it must be as usually my bikes are steel with round frame tubes....! 2011 model and buying both got me further disounts

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0043_zpscc67ixiz.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0041_zpswo0gmq35.jpg)

Had the ti brooks and matching tape waiting for the right bike.

Got a sqr bracket and the 'guards, and a cateye computer.

Fitted my maptrap and exposure mount for my hope light, bottle cages and stainless bolts, destickwred the wheels, and now I've just got to try and remember it doesn't have bar end shifters. Only ridden it briefly, as been away for work,  but it's fab so far :{)>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 29 April, 2014, 09:25:07 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 07:03:07 pm
We're not sure what saddlebag it is, but we think a Nelson.  I really want one of the smaller ones with no side pockets, or else a Super C Barley.  But that one looks the part OK.

Looks like my Pendle, to me.

Love the bike, btw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 09:27:06 pm
Could be a Pendle
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: greenmeansgo on 30 April, 2014, 10:32:13 am
Quote from: Barry on 27 April, 2014, 01:26:15 am
Hiya Greenmeansgo, my understanding is, it's a legal requirment for any mode of transport on our roads, that they have two INDEPENDANT brakes, so if one fails, you always have a back up. 

To a normal cyclist,  all the braking on the front may look strange, dangerous even but they work pretty much the same, there isn't a great deal of difference. At least in practice, the whole triking experience is so much more different to normal cycling, that you don't really notice the small difference in the way they brake. ???

I like riding to the West of Harrogate into the Dales and finding hilly, quite, country lanes that don't really go anywhere, other than up and down, connecting tiny little villages and farms. I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie and have quite an aggressive riding style. I like to career around at speed pushing the limits of control, which necessarily means there are moments when I am completely out of control. Most rides out at some point, I end up giving myself a bit of a scare. Along with the exercise, the fresh air, the views, the nature and the quietness of the countryside, I enjoy and want that heart in your mouth, A hole puckering sensation, when you think you might have just killed yourself. And for this type of riding, the original brake set up, couldn't deliver me the kind of stopping power I needed, hence the conversion to Mini Vs.
:) Great stuff!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 30 April, 2014, 10:53:05 am
Quote from: Juan Martín on 28 April, 2014, 12:14:12 pm
It did Peter! The corresponding freewheel is now fitted to the ROH, safe in the knowledge that I can get it off again! Oddly enough I bumped into a French chap sorting through boxes at the jumble who had the same problem - a freewheel requiring a large diameter removal tool. He showed me one that he had just bought which he thought was more a BB removal tool and it was exactly the same as you provided me; so I was able to reassure him that the tool he had should do the job.

Excellent!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 April, 2014, 10:57:12 am
Quote from: slope on 29 April, 2014, 06:08:49 pm
Quote from: clarion on 29 April, 2014, 06:02:38 pm
But not the wonky front light :-[

I thought that was the turbo/supercharger button ::-)

Well, if it is, it isn't working :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: maxcherry on 30 April, 2014, 01:01:17 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 29 April, 2014, 07:58:20 pm
So I went into (shhhhh) Halfords for tools for the car and this was sitting forlornly in the corner having been robbed of bar tape and the front brake recessed nut. I had both in the bits box at home and managed to get it at a truly bargainacious price. Happy step son!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0046_zpswhfooeh4.jpg)

And then I saw this and had a little mid-life crisis! Well it must be as usually my bikes are steel with round frame tubes....! 2011 model and buying both got me further disounts

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0043_zpscc67ixiz.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0041_zpswo0gmq35.jpg)

Had the ti brooks and matching tape waiting for the right bike.

Got a sqr bracket and the 'guards, and a cateye computer.

Fitted my maptrap and exposure mount for my hope light, bottle cages and stainless bolts, destickwred the wheels, and now I've just got to try and remember it doesn't have bar end shifters. Only ridden it briefly, as been away for work,  but it's fab so far :{)>

Gosh! i hate to see what you get up to on your rest days  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 09:24:14 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/13904542448_2dc1c5f4a0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u)P5020004 (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 02 May, 2014, 09:30:37 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 09:24:14 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/13904542448_2dc1c5f4a0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u)P5020004 (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr

Oooh :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2014, 10:46:59 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 09:24:14 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/13904542448_2dc1c5f4a0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u)P5020004 (https://flic.kr/p/nbGq3u) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
The number of bikes you have, I'm not surprised you need such a substantial bike shed!

Serious question: Are you going to put mudguards on it? Cos I'm beginning to wonder if you're not slipping towards hipster-dom. :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 10:48:23 pm
No mudguards.  This is a toy.  Eventually, it will have a smaller saddlebag.  The idea is to have a fixed light enough that I can actually get up some moderate hills!  It did really well round London today.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2014, 10:54:11 pm
Toys are good.

<looks warily for other signs of Clarion going through a mid-life crisis>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2014, 10:57:03 pm
Oh, if it's to be a toy and whizz up hills, how about (when time/finances/tuits permit) considering a wedge-shaped saddlepack rather than a traditional Carradice (though it could of course be made by The World's Best Manufacturer of Cycling Luggage)? Probably more a question of style than whizz-ability really though - and you did say you were thinking of one without side pockets anyway.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 11:01:34 pm
I do have a Carradice wedge saddlepack, but I prefer the look of a saddlebag.  There's a lot of vanity involved in the choices here.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2014, 11:08:50 pm
Quote from: clarion on 02 May, 2014, 11:01:34 pm
I do have a Carradice wedge saddlepack, but I prefer the look of a saddlebag.  There's a lot of vanity involved in the choices here.
Ah, this is the thing - a mindful buddhist's mid-life crisis!  :D

(Let's be honest - "here" could apply to almost the whole forum.  :o  :hand: ::-) !!!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 May, 2014, 04:29:00 pm
Fast bike; slow rider:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/13918469187_7bae94d704_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ncVMYF)P5040001 (https://flic.kr/p/ncVMYF) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 May, 2014, 04:31:30 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7314/14125193983_46570cabbb_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nwcj4i)P5040003m (https://flic.kr/p/nwcj4i) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 04 May, 2014, 04:34:28 pm
^ Love the intimacy of this. Plus it's the only way to make the YACF water bottles NOT clash with any colour scheme, ever :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 05 May, 2014, 12:31:33 pm
Kaffenback in CX mode
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5472/14109579932_04eb4145c1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nuPhxw)
Had to trim the knobs off the rear tyre to get it in the chainstays but fits ok and feels good off road.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Squarewheels on 05 May, 2014, 08:00:47 pm
A few changes...

Dura Ace C50s (so fast)
Pro Vibe stem (so stiff)
Easton bars
Prologo saddle

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2937/14092853046_e397895a65_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ntkydW)IMG_20140505_123511908 (https://flic.kr/p/ntkydW) by Squarewheels (https://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/14112959682_98a0cceac6_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nv7Be5)IMG_20140505_123456079 (https://flic.kr/p/nv7Be5) by Squarewheels (https://www.flickr.com/people/73850411@N02/)

Pictures were taken earlier (on a phone - sorry) at Portland, an awesome ride - about 91 miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 05 May, 2014, 08:37:19 pm
Quote from: chris n on 05 May, 2014, 12:31:33 pm
Kaffenback in CX mode
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5472/14109579932_04eb4145c1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nuPhxw)
Had to trim the knobs off the rear tyre to get it in the chainstays but fits ok and feels good off road.

Mmm..like that
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 13 May, 2014, 02:10:17 pm
Formerly sojounemike's Orange Evo O2, with one or two changes (and the saddle is going, it's like a razor blade!), now in my collection.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p7mDNJhKM0o/U3IIvtYWkII/AAAAAAAAGFg/1LPrFIJB8XA/w1464-h828-no/IMAG0141.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 14 May, 2014, 01:45:25 pm
My Romany.  Yes, I know about the front racks.  Two well-known bike shops have had their best mechanics on the problem without success.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/14204538293_4e4e48040c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nDcYmD)P5130026 (https://flic.kr/p/nDcYmD) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 May, 2014, 02:25:18 pm
1x10 a la Phat

(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1.0-9/10171827_10152024851361636_1805224961535758875_n.jpg)

(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/10296700_10152024709036636_7172778661748971086_n.jpg)

ETA: a slightly more normal(?) 1x10 and a tree:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1.0-9/1006085_10151998488856636_8514852756943347799_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 14 May, 2014, 03:11:10 pm
Quote from: interzen on 14 May, 2014, 02:25:18 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1.0-9/1006085_10151998488856636_8514852756943347799_n.jpg)

Where was that photo taken? It looks familiar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 14 May, 2014, 03:39:20 pm
Heslington village - not too far from the University of York's main campus.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 14 May, 2014, 08:44:36 pm
Quote from: clarion on 14 May, 2014, 01:45:25 pm
My Romany.  Yes, I know about the front racks.  Two well-known bike shops have had their best mechanics on the problem without success.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/14204538293_4e4e48040c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nDcYmD)P5130026 (https://flic.kr/p/nDcYmD) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr

Oh.  My.  That's lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 15 May, 2014, 02:40:14 pm
Nice handlebars !

Quote from: tiermat on 13 May, 2014, 02:10:17 pm
Formerly sojounemike's Orange Evo O2, with one or two changes (and the saddle is going, it's like a razor blade!), now in my collection.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p7mDNJhKM0o/U3IIvtYWkII/AAAAAAAAGFg/1LPrFIJB8XA/w1464-h828-no/IMAG0141.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 15 May, 2014, 02:59:24 pm
Thanks, sg, i really like them. Then again I was the only guy in xc races in the 90's rocking riser bars...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 17 May, 2014, 08:26:13 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2913/14020654157_c635966ab3_o.jpg)

So obvious! The orange (inferno) GT Karakoram shopping bike under the great oak with bluebells!

Today just down the track from Snowdon Towers on the way to the Off Licence - this pic is so candied, cloying, deferential, disarming, honeyed, insinuating, insinuative, luscious, mawkish, oversweet, rich, sickly-sweet, silken, silky, sugared, sugary, sweet, syrupy


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 17 May, 2014, 10:09:06 pm
Nice picture slope.

Are you off your face by any chance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 18 May, 2014, 06:34:36 am
Quote from: slope on 17 May, 2014, 08:26:13 pm
So obvious! The orange shopping bike under the great oak with bluebells!
Quote from: Ruthie on 17 May, 2014, 10:09:06 pm
Are you off your face by any chance?
I'm sure he uses it to buy more than just oranges!  ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 18 May, 2014, 06:57:57 am
Quote from: tiermat on 13 May, 2014, 02:10:17 pm
Formerly sojounemike's Orange Evo O2, with one or two changes (and the saddle is going, it's like a razor blade!), now in my collection.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p7mDNJhKM0o/U3IIvtYWkII/AAAAAAAAGFg/1LPrFIJB8XA/w1464-h828-no/IMAG0141.jpg)

That original Orange saddle has carried me many happy miles, but Mrs S has one too and she described in exactly the same manner as Tiermat.

I love it when bike's evolve.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 18 May, 2014, 07:44:56 am
Quote from: Ruthie on 17 May, 2014, 10:09:06 pm
Nice picture slope.

Are you off your face by any chance?

Not until after the return journey, a change of bikes and a second attempt ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 18 May, 2014, 07:48:51 am
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2927/14203926151_ef91f6777d_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nD9Qot)
The Longstaff gone all moody yesterday, Cwm Ystradllyn
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 May, 2014, 10:00:08 am
I like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 18 May, 2014, 10:56:44 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5574/14210993894_9e8d5794f3_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nDM4o7)

The Longstaff yesterday returning from the dead end road to RUIN - Cwm Ystradllyn, Gwynedd
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 18 May, 2014, 04:26:26 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5073/14213441914_3d7562462f_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nDZB6m)

Having survived yesterday's dead end road to RUIN, the Longstaff needed a refreshment of a particular Brew in Porthmadog

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2913/14213612595_fbb2b7cb7f_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nE1tQ8)

A chance meeting with a chuffin' lickle train ignoring the sign! Welsh 'Matterhorn' in the background

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5544/14213613545_a52329c803_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nE1u7v)

Then it was back off home again frolicking with bluebells

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 18 May, 2014, 06:24:27 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2928/14027808730_9b72a6d659_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/14027808730/)
Gate 3 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/14027808730/) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2923/14214257934_2e5c510d30_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/14214257934/)
Gate (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83697226@N02/14214257934/) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

A couple of snaps of my 1976 Mercian Superlight taken over the weekend. This was my official 2014 project bike but unfortunately had to vie with a couple of others that I got distracted with. It's a terrific bike to ride; light, agile and long legged. I am very impressed; every home should have one, buy a Mercian! Notably, the Simplex retrofriction levers and the Suntour Cyclone mech give light, accurate changing with the the merest snick; who needs indexing! The Royce hubs are terrific and really smooth out the ride despite the lousy surfaces. A great bike for a few hours on a sunny afternoon.

Here are the bits:
Frame: 1976 Mercian Superlight, Reynolds 531 double butted tubing
Headset: Campagnolo Mirage
Wheels: Royce low flange 28 hole, 700C Halo Retro Rims, Sapim Race S/S butted spokes, Vittoria Rubino tyres
Chainset: Suntour Superbe Pro 52/42 with Tange/Stronglight BB, SRAM chain
Pedals: Suntour Superbe, Cinelli clips with Velo Orange leather straps
Gears: Suntour Perfect 14-24 5 speed freewheel; Suntour Cyclone Mk2 Rear derailleur; Camagnolo Nuovo Record front, Simplex Retrofriction levers.
Brakes: Campagnolo Record piccolo callipers, Suntour Superbe levers
Handlebars: 3ttt Competizione Gimondi bars with 3ttt Record Strada 80mm stem; Spa leather bar tape and Velox plugs.
Seat: Brooks Swift TI on Campagnolo aero seatpost
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 May, 2014, 11:22:39 am
Really nice, JM!

A little makeover on the best bike. Evolution rather than revolution . . .

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000772_zps98405291.jpg)

OCD? I have no idea what you're talking about!

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000775_zps79faba33.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 19 May, 2014, 11:26:10 am
I was trying to work out what was different, then "HANG ON" "Are they new forks?"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 May, 2014, 11:41:53 am
Might be . . .  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 19 May, 2014, 11:42:33 am
I recognise that frame .... oh, wait .... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 20 May, 2014, 12:46:55 am
Just built this. A little bit of American Francophile bling. Surprisingly quick on a run, but doesn't really feel it, just nice and comfy and stately.

Mike

Velo Orange Polyvalent, audax stylee
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-12-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-10-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-8-of-13.jpg)


Front rack and bag details
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-2-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-6-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-7-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-9-of-13.jpg)


Philips Saferide 60 dynamo light (and lumiring dynamo rear)
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-5-of-13.jpg)


Not sure the light quite works with the bag - may need to be more creative around mounting. Can't invert as the beam is shaped.
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-1-of-13.jpg)


Where it belongs
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-13-of-13.jpg)

Sorry for the image heavy post!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 May, 2014, 07:35:12 am
Nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 20 May, 2014, 09:37:57 am
Looks great - except for that light. I'm afraid you'll have to give up night riding. That bike is too cool for extraneous practicalities.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 20 May, 2014, 07:46:55 pm
Not a fan, I'm afraid.

Still,  the main thing is that you like it. It'd be a bloody boring world if we all liked the same thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 20 May, 2014, 07:58:47 pm
Quote from: interzen on 20 May, 2014, 07:46:55 pm
Not a fan, I'm afraid.

Still,  the main thing is that you like it. It'd be a bloody boring world if we all liked the same thing.

Why post?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 20 May, 2014, 08:09:19 pm
Quote from: slope on 20 May, 2014, 07:58:47 pm
Quote from: interzen on 20 May, 2014, 07:46:55 pm
Not a fan, I'm afraid.

Still,  the main thing is that you like it. It'd be a bloody boring world if we all liked the same thing.

Why post?
Why not?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 20 May, 2014, 11:55:57 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 20 May, 2014, 12:46:55 am
Just built this. A little bit of American Francophile bling. Surprisingly quick on a run, but doesn't really feel it, just nice and comfy and stately.

Which bits are American, and which French?

Quote from: sojournermike on 20 May, 2014, 12:46:55 am
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-9-of-13.jpg)

Clean.
So clean.

Quote from: sojournermike on 20 May, 2014, 12:46:55 am
Philips Saferide 60 dynamo light (and lumiring dynamo rear)
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-5-of-13.jpg)


Not sure the light quite works with the bag - may need to be more creative around mounting. Can't invert as the beam is shaped.
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-1-of-13.jpg)

Yeah. I wasn't worried about that at all.

Just relax and enjoy.

Here, for example (where no-one cares what light you have):

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-13-of-13.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 May, 2014, 07:12:34 am
Like it :thumbsup:

I could live with the light but it needs a white Brooks to match the tape  :facepalm:

Unfortunately they're  £200+!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 May, 2014, 02:59:01 pm
Re. American/Francophile above.. you just need a Seattle Randonneurs jersey to complete the look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 May, 2014, 03:05:20 pm
I take it to be an American recreation of a traditional French style. Sort of analagous to a red Routemaster bus in Berlin. I like it though I probably wouldn't want it for myself. And that lane would be lovely whatever you were riding.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 May, 2014, 09:03:47 pm
 :thumbsup: Me likey. Think the bar tape should be Tan...ish.  Re. the light, some folk ::-), seem to copy the radonneur bikes still further, and attach a large shiny polished chromey long torch to the rack. BTW what is that rack , ? Is it avelo Orange one or a Nitto one, I love retro / suedo retro stuff me.  Even started collecting the old 70.s knit jerseys. Have you seen this blog 
http://www.ecovelo.info/2010/04/08/gallery-jacks-650b-rivendell-saluki/

and this one

http://lovelybike.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/tis-off-season.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 09:53:17 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 March, 2014, 04:36:13 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 07:20:38 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.

Strokey strokey nice :P

I do hope I don't balls it up.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1502226_10152439416678399_4633641349185832745_o.jpg)

Almost there, wasted about 6 weeks with it sitting in a local bike shop collecting dust.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 May, 2014, 09:56:33 pm
That's looking pretty splendid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 10:41:08 pm
Velo Orange Polyvalent, audax stylee
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-12-of-13.jpg)

Front rack and bag details
(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-2-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-6-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-7-of-13.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/extract-pipe-area-9-of-13.jpg)


The bike does look very American, it's lovely but that bag is something else.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 21 May, 2014, 11:26:44 pm
Thanks all. I appreciate it's not everyone's cup of tea, and I really built it as an experiment. It's a contrast with my normal bike (actually, I visited Tiermat's garage recently and it made me feel better about my assembly habit).

A couple of 'notes':

- I think the bar tape will become brown/tan. The white was on the bars when they were on the Peugeot and I didn't have the heart to pull it off. I may try to reuse it and put the proper colour on this one.

- There won't be any white Brooks. I've got a couple of white Selle Italia saddles, but they're appropriate in their place.

- The white tyres should have been black, but Acycles sent white and I couldn't be bothered to send them back.

- The front chainset is my old Stronglight XD2, with 48, 34 24 rings. The Tiagra front mech changes perfectly. The rear is 10 speed with a 12-27 cassette.

- The rack is Velo Orange with integrated decaleur

- The bag is French

- My concern with the light is that it stops the bag sitting on the rack well. I'll sort something eventually, but getting out is more fun at the moment.

- No Seattle Randonneurs jersey, and no 600km dirt road routes locally either.

The bike is faster than it feels to ride, and is one of two dynamo equipped bikes in the shed. The other currently has slightly knobbly tyres and a big rack, so I'll maybe post pictures another day. Someone asked to see the 'fleet' so this is a good start.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 21 May, 2014, 11:30:44 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 09:53:17 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 March, 2014, 04:36:13 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 March, 2014, 07:20:38 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 23 March, 2014, 07:54:43 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/p417x417/1958299_10152272111823399_475406930_n.jpg)

Shows Frame geometry better.

Strokey strokey nice :P

I do hope I don't balls it up.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1502226_10152439416678399_4633641349185832745_o.jpg)

Almost there, wasted about 6 weeks with it sitting in a local bike shop collecting dust.

That's coming along nicely. I like the skinwall tyres and the bars look nice too. What colour tape?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 11:44:11 pm
Going as close as I can to the saddle colour.
I am now starting to think about moustache bars???
This is going to take a long time to get right, if ever.
I might even go to 3-speed after Anjou.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 21 May, 2014, 11:55:28 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 11:44:11 pm
Going as close as I can to the saddle colour.
I am now starting to think about moustache bars???
This is going to take a long time to get right, if ever.
I might even go to 3-speed after Anjou.


You should allow it to evolve, until you know it's finished.

I watch my youngest making models and art and she works and adds and changes and adds and then, without any doubt, she knows that one is finished.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 22 May, 2014, 12:00:34 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 May, 2014, 07:47:56 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 09:53:17 pm

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1502226_10152439416678399_4633641349185832745_o.jpg)

Almost there, wasted about 6 weeks with it sitting in a local bike shop collecting dust.

Bonzer :thumbsup: :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 22 May, 2014, 09:17:19 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 09:53:17 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1502226_10152439416678399_4633641349185832745_o.jpg)
Almost there, wasted about 6 weeks with it sitting in a local bike shop collecting dust.
I have to say, that's a rather novel child seat on the back there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 May, 2014, 04:07:18 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 May, 2014, 09:53:17 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t31.0-8/1502226_10152439416678399_4633641349185832745_o.jpg)
Almost there, wasted about 6 weeks with it sitting in a local bike shop collecting dust.
Nice.

No brakes (well, blocks, anyway)? Is this a yet-to-be-resolved 700 vs 27" thing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 22 May, 2014, 04:17:31 pm
(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/t31.0-8/10387035_10152441294998399_4451149809493992_o.jpg)

Just pedals and bar tape now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 22 May, 2014, 04:26:23 pm
Blocks and cables (brake & gear) fitted in 10m 13s - not too shabby.

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 24 May, 2014, 12:40:09 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1961697_10152443406698399_7318332934337009027_o.jpg)

Finished, for now. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 24 May, 2014, 12:57:57 pm
^^^^
That really is a beaut :thumbsup:

I especially like the forks & their "trail"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 24 May, 2014, 07:36:30 pm
We will get some better pictures tomorrow when we might actually get a chance to ride it without biblical downpours. 

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3732/14073320397_8cf61797e5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The French Tandem on 24 May, 2014, 09:29:08 pm
Great! All you need now is properly matching leather brake hoods!

More seriously, we are looking forward to read your comments about the belt drives, the Rohloff, and all the rest!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 25 May, 2014, 03:19:32 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 May, 2014, 12:40:09 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1961697_10152443406698399_7318332934337009027_o.jpg)

Finished, for now. ;D

That really is rather pretty. Tell me more about the paintjob? That sort-of-black-sort-of-grey in particular? Newly sprayed? By whom?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 25 May, 2014, 04:57:25 pm
It's British Racing Green.
Mario of Vaz Cycle Finishes in Catford did it.
He also sourced the name badges.
I think he is a magician.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 25 May, 2014, 10:46:38 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 24 May, 2014, 07:36:30 pm
We will get some better pictures tomorrow when we might actually get a chance to ride it without biblical downpours. 

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3732/14073320397_8cf61797e5_b.jpg)

Saddles and bar tape aside (and, perhaps. bar geometry) I'm very jealous* and impressed.

Fantastic bike Marcus.

*Is that the right/correct word ?


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hazeyblue on 27 May, 2014, 08:23:42 am
My Dawes Nomad, in Liverpool...


(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7108/13447751064_46f18e1243_z_d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 27 May, 2014, 09:12:45 pm
Did the fireman come rushing in? From the pouring rain, very strange . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 28 May, 2014, 03:31:39 pm
Almost finished, just fitted my new panniers.

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/b32c3f9f783631322b39e9f2de402e9e.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 28 May, 2014, 03:54:25 pm
^ very nice, Bumper. What brand is the bell please?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 28 May, 2014, 04:02:04 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 28 May, 2014, 03:54:25 pm
^ very nice, Bumper. What brand is the bell please?

It's a PDW Alexander Graham Bell, Merlin had them in stock last time I looked. If not places like freshtripe sell them  :thumbsup:

It's got a lovely ding!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hazeyblue on 28 May, 2014, 05:03:40 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 27 May, 2014, 09:12:45 pm
Did the fireman come rushing in? From the pouring rain, very strange . . .
He was too busy keeping his fire engine clean. It's a clean machine...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 28 May, 2014, 08:50:31 pm
Very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 29 May, 2014, 09:58:11 am
Quote from: bumper on 28 May, 2014, 03:31:39 pm
Almost finished, just fitted my new panniers.

(http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k131/djb1971/b32c3f9f783631322b39e9f2de402e9e.jpg)

I think "Battleship" grey and brown leather are a perfect combo.

Tempted to swap my black Brooks/tape for brown on my grey Condor Fratello.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 29 May, 2014, 11:09:36 am
You know you want to.

I de-blacked as much as possible on this. Just need skin wall tyres and gold/gum hudz. I've heard reports the hudz don't fit too well, that's putting me off a little.

I may even get cane creek gum levers and go to bar end shifters to get of the black levers :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 29 May, 2014, 06:13:14 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 May, 2014, 12:40:09 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1961697_10152443406698399_7318332934337009027_o.jpg)

Finished, for now. ;D

What are the handlebars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 29 May, 2014, 08:21:27 pm
Quote from: bumper on 29 May, 2014, 11:09:36 am
You know you want to.
[...]
I may even get cane creek gum levers and go to bar end shifters to get of the black levers :facepalm:

You know you want to.  Or, even better, downtube levers...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XTTYdU1oHDU/T9TwFpqvnVI/AAAAAAAADPA/-IPEu-a342Y/s576/P1040233.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 29 May, 2014, 08:23:37 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 29 May, 2014, 08:21:27 pm
Quote from: bumper on 29 May, 2014, 11:09:36 am
You know you want to.
[...]
I may even get cane creek gum levers and go to bar end shifters to get of the black levers :facepalm:

You know you want to.  Or, even better, downtube levers...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XTTYdU1oHDU/T9TwFpqvnVI/AAAAAAAADPA/-IPEu-a342Y/s576/P1040233.jpg)

Bugger.....

I'm watching a pair on eBay, I can see them being delivered soon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 29 May, 2014, 09:09:58 pm
Quote from: hubner on 29 May, 2014, 06:13:14 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 May, 2014, 12:40:09 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1961697_10152443406698399_7318332934337009027_o.jpg)

Finished, for now. ;D

What are the handlebars?

Nitto Noodle.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 29 May, 2014, 10:00:11 pm
I do have a pair of those bars but I couldn't see the swept back tops in the photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 30 May, 2014, 12:22:51 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 24 May, 2014, 12:40:09 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1961697_10152443406698399_7318332934337009027_o.jpg)

Finished, for now. ;D

Is it me, or is that seat tube really relaxed?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 30 May, 2014, 01:36:19 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t31.0-8/10269309_10152443411618399_6881358339140443012_o.jpg)

About as relaxed as it can be without falling over.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 May, 2014, 08:14:21 pm
Any more relaxed and it would be horizontal...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 31 May, 2014, 11:33:02 am
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3784/14124854667_22bb71b33f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nwazc2)P5300002 (https://flic.kr/p/nwazc2) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr

Butterfly's Galaxy, my Romany, and a Little Duck.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 05:16:21 pm
After some years of cycling exclusively fixed, I seem to have gone a little astray (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/14344156662/)...

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5486/14344156662_e34d086e4c_c.jpg)

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2935/14159101099_eb20451d08_c.jpg)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14159099998_775a0f080e_c.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/14159255937_284aff11d1_c.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5112/14342410801_482c8ef186_c.jpg)

Just a phase I'm going through.  Possibly a rather long one...

Anyway, just need some gumwall tyres to finish the modifications.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 June, 2014, 05:25:53 pm
Very pretty!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 June, 2014, 05:48:55 pm
Lovely.

Just needs the tyres and a couple of traditional style bottle cages  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 04 June, 2014, 05:59:17 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2908/14322793226_27f8211d9d_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nPE4qN)

Today on way back from procuring orange Pears' Soap, on the '92 GT Karakoram 'shopping bike'. My local village hall is behind the hedge. Nantgwynant, Gwynedd
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 June, 2014, 06:14:22 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 05:16:21 pm
After some years of cycling exclusively fixed, I seem to have gone a little astray (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/14344156662/)...

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5486/14344156662_e34d086e4c_c.jpg)

Anyway, just need some gumwall tyres to finish the modifications.
That's very pretty. I don't think it needs gumwalls, as the black tyres match the frame - but that's just my opinion. I'd lose the wheel reflectors though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 04 June, 2014, 06:36:08 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 05:16:21 pm
After some years of cycling exclusively fixed, I seem to have gone a little astray (http://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/14344156662/)...

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5486/14344156662_e34d086e4c_c.jpg)

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2935/14159101099_eb20451d08_c.jpg)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14159099998_775a0f080e_c.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/14159255937_284aff11d1_c.jpg)

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5112/14342410801_482c8ef186_c.jpg)

Just a phase I'm going through.  Possibly a rather long one...

Anyway, just need some gumwall tyres to finish the modifications.

Barbag and rack spoil an otherwise perfect looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 06:38:06 pm
It's a touring bike.  Sometimes it will be loaded down.  That is the point and part of the nature of the beast.  If you don't like tourers, fair enough, but it is what it is.  To say that these standard features of the breed are spoiling it makes no sense.  You might as well complain about the trail of the front forks or the chainstay length (touring bike geometry).

Aside from which, I currently have a fractured rib, so being able to carry things elsewhere than my back is a bonus.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: walney on 04 June, 2014, 09:15:15 pm
Very elegant. Would mind giving us some more details.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 10:04:21 pm
It's a Cooper touring bike.   57cm 531 Reynolds steel frame, Campag Veloce groupset, 20 speed, Brooks Swift saddle.  I've added A530 spd pedals. Brooks saddlebag, Ortlieb bar bag (Ultimate 6 Classic).

And a fun ride.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 June, 2014, 11:32:44 pm
Where di the GB plate come from? I know some motorcyclists who are looking for something similar.

No rush, they're mostly pissed and clinging to a rock in the Irish Sea for some reason . . .  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 05 June, 2014, 08:17:42 am
Quote from: itsbruce on 04 June, 2014, 10:04:21 pm
It's a Cooper touring bike.   57cm 531 Reynolds steel frame, Campag Veloce groupset, 20 speed, Brooks Swift saddle.  I've added A530 spd pedals. Brooks saddlebag, Ortlieb bar bag (Ultimate 6 Classic).

And a fun ride.

Old or new or a bit of both? I see a quill stem. The forks are an interesting shape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 June, 2014, 09:20:46 am
New.  Stem is a simple Kalloy KL-80.  I have a couple of vintage bikes already, so while this one has the steel and style that I prefer,  I'm not planning to replace any components with vintage kit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 June, 2014, 11:21:04 am
nice bike; where would the lights be bodged attached?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 05 June, 2014, 12:34:19 pm
Heh, that is something I am still pondering.  Ortlieb do offer a support bracket (http://www.ortlieb.co.uk/ultimate-6-handlebar-support-bracket.html) to go onto the klipfix mount.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 June, 2014, 03:27:40 pm
It's a splendid machine.  Illumination should be courtesy of a hub dynamo, with the rear attached to the mudguard.

You're welcome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 05 June, 2014, 09:08:04 pm
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5486/14344156662_e34d086e4c_c.jpg)


Very nice.

My mate had a fixie based on a Cooper, sunglasses for the wheels.

(https://scontent-a-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/t31.0-8/475251_10151668491956584_292264165_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: J.Y.Kelly on 06 June, 2014, 11:10:03 am
How on earth do I load photographs onto this gallery?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 06 June, 2014, 11:18:40 am
This explains it. (http://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=367.0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 06 June, 2014, 12:28:39 pm
You don't upload pictures to this site (apart from little avatar pics).  You put them online in some regular photo site (Flickr, Google Photos, Photobucket, whatever) and then link to them.  There's a little "Insert Image" button on the "Post Reply" form which will help you, or you can do it yourself if you know how to edit bbcode (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBCode).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: walney on 06 June, 2014, 05:15:05 pm
Love the saddle bag on your Cooper and for those who have visited your flicker page do you ride it your Bates Homburg?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 06 June, 2014, 08:01:59 pm
No, not the Homburg.  A flatcap, a trilby or maybe a pith helmet ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: walney on 06 June, 2014, 08:56:08 pm
Now a Pith hat would look splendidly imperial!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 08 June, 2014, 11:07:33 am
folding bike "london nocturne" edition:

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-d5wRc0j7pG4/U5Qz1ycVunI/AAAAAAAADNg/k5DkNt3a5FU/s640/IMG_0614.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-hPUmnICjcVI/U5Qz226NsMI/AAAAAAAADNo/AvHCZ3gqsSQ/s640/IMG_0616.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BZGAEvwJ3Fk/U5Qz2CDAYcI/AAAAAAAADNc/Hw8Ix6orcJM/s640/IMG_0615.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 08 June, 2014, 03:22:11 pm
...and back to normal:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lmWIrY-qCQQ/U5RvrdRZ_pI/AAAAAAAADPM/E5wtSyI_U_A/s640/IMG_0636.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Ks3445z_0ac/U5RvruB1VJI/AAAAAAAADPU/lwCzzBxIErE/s640/IMG_0637.jpg)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MW3047403Xg/U5Rvs6awcVI/AAAAAAAADPg/gCb7ITuE54I/s640/IMG_0641.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 June, 2014, 05:42:56 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5481/14364585731_51b6391946_o.jpg)


A distorted cut, laced and gouged Imperial mounted on a triangulated base of lightly zinged Percy's 1948 Montlhéry

Or am I on the wrong forum AGAIN?

(it does enlarge a little if clicked upon)

Note the nettle tones and European oaked support?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 08 June, 2014, 07:11:34 pm
Where did you get that Pump? I need one to fit the Claud Butler, I have 2 frame pegs that need filling.

(https://scontent-a-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t31.0-8/1398824_10152477679893399_3105338319878048323_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 June, 2014, 09:07:25 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 08 June, 2014, 07:11:34 pm
Where did you get that Pump? I need one to fit the Claud Butler, I have 2 frame pegs that need filling.

Wiggle or CRC? Silca Impero. Bit plasticky, but does the inflation job and looks ok from a distance
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 June, 2014, 05:13:22 pm
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/14196827650_01caf2205e_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nCwsfw)

Today Slope parks his 1992 GT Karakoram shopping bike on a slight one. Wonders about the shadows and what might go on behind the blue door?

(Click on image for more voodoo effect clarity)

ps I abhor symmetry - there has always got be something just off - just look at oneself in the mirror and a photo?

"There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion"

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 June, 2014, 05:16:19 pm
Quote from: slope on 09 June, 2014, 05:13:22 pm
Slope parks his 1992 GT Karakoram shopping bike on a slight one. Wonders about the shadows and what might go on behind the blue door?

Blokes wearing what look like Rainlegs (at a quick glance)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 June, 2014, 08:01:29 pm
^ Wow. Lovely :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 09 June, 2014, 08:56:45 pm
yes, and its also very p.............. :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hazeyblue on 10 June, 2014, 08:58:36 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.

One of a kind, really nice...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 10 June, 2014, 09:02:56 am
Quote from: hazeyblue on 10 June, 2014, 08:58:36 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.

One of a kind, really nice...

Absolutely lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hazeyblue on 10 June, 2014, 09:16:06 am
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3918/14202722397_c338572365_z_d.jpg)

My Dawes, on the Liverpool Loop Line...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 June, 2014, 07:38:18 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Despite being a chap I am passionate about encouraging more women to ride bikes (part of the reason for the cycling group I run - see link in my sig line below).  If more women realised they could have a bike that looked like yours, and no doubt rides as beautifully as yours, I think there would be more on the road.  Of course women's bikes don't have to be pink, although yours is very pretty, my point is that bikes can be easily customised to suit the tastes of the rider.

I hope you have many happy mikes together  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 11 June, 2014, 07:49:58 am
Quote from: zigzag on 08 June, 2014, 11:07:33 am
folding bike "london nocturne" edition:

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-d5wRc0j7pG4/U5Qz1ycVunI/AAAAAAAADNg/k5DkNt3a5FU/s640/IMG_0614.jpg)


I love it!  Er, what is it?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 11 June, 2014, 01:33:06 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 11 June, 2014, 07:49:58 am
I love it!  Er, what is it?

thanks, it's a customised dahon-saracen, been discontinued for few years now..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 12 June, 2014, 11:17:36 am
Our family train, with Butterfly coming straight from work, at the Cloverleaf Rides

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5560/14403138852_74099ee742_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nWKRod)P6100005 (https://flic.kr/p/nWKRod) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cornwallkaren on 12 June, 2014, 08:38:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 June, 2014, 07:38:18 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Despite being a chap I am passionate about encouraging more women to ride bikes (part of the reason for the cycling group I run - see link in my sig line below).  If more women realised they could have a bike that looked like yours, and no doubt rides as beautifully as yours, I think there would be more on the road.  Of course women's bikes don't have to be pink, although yours is very pretty, my point is that bikes can be easily customised to suit the tastes of the rider.

I hope you have many happy mikes together  :-*

Thank you... it's been a real life saver for me. I have a very bad back problem and cycling is by far the best exercise for me to do. Add my busy dog to the mix, and the fact that I live right by the sea, and you have a recipe for enjoyable, irresistible exercise. My last bike was not bad, a hybrid, but wasn't exactly the right size and couldn't be set up precisely right. I did do 2,000 very happy miles on it though! And I live in West Cornwall so none of them were flat miles.
 I went up to Lincoln to order a custom frame from Dave Yates, he even let me mix my own colour. He's very intuitive, and between him and the Cycle Centre in Penzance, who did everything else, I have the most amazing bike I could have imagined! It seems to ride itself, it's like riding air. And I can't bear to not be cycling.
As far as encouraging women to cycle, I cannot recommend it enough. There are other reasons apart from my back problem which make me say If I can do it, so can anyone. And if you can sell your old stuff on Ebay, you can buy yourself a bike like this.
Go for it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 June, 2014, 08:34:11 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 13 June, 2014, 11:31:47 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 12 June, 2014, 08:38:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 June, 2014, 07:38:18 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Despite being a chap I am passionate about encouraging more women to ride bikes (part of the reason for the cycling group I run - see link in my sig line below).  If more women realised they could have a bike that looked like yours, and no doubt rides as beautifully as yours, I think there would be more on the road.  Of course women's bikes don't have to be pink, although yours is very pretty, my point is that bikes can be easily customised to suit the tastes of the rider.

I hope you have many happy mikes together  :-*

Thank you... it's been a real life saver for me. I have a very bad back problem and cycling is by far the best exercise for me to do. Add my busy dog to the mix, and the fact that I live right by the sea, and you have a recipe for enjoyable, irresistible exercise. My last bike was not bad, a hybrid, but wasn't exactly the right size and couldn't be set up precisely right. I did do 2,000 very happy miles on it though! And I live in West Cornwall so none of them were flat miles.
 I went up to Lincoln to order a custom frame from Dave Yates, he even let me mix my own colour. He's very intuitive, and between him and the Cycle Centre in Penzance, who did everything else, I have the most amazing bike I could have imagined! It seems to ride itself, it's like riding air. And I can't bear to not be cycling.
As far as encouraging women to cycle, I cannot recommend it enough. There are other reasons apart from my back problem which make me say If I can do it, so can anyone. And if you can sell your old stuff on Ebay, you can buy yourself a bike like this.
Go for it!

Post of the day!

That bike is so gorgeous, it really is Karen  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 13 June, 2014, 01:31:23 pm
that pink bike is stunning!  Dave yates is a fenland genius.

we're having some sheds rebuilt so i had to empty them into the garage for a couple of weeks.  Apparently this is 'enough' bikes...

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/5D3_9492_zpsf304a435.jpg)

(4 of them are hers..)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 13 June, 2014, 03:26:27 pm
Clearly that's nowhere near enough !!   What is she thinking ?!!??
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 June, 2014, 03:36:44 pm
Quote from: hatler on 13 June, 2014, 03:26:27 pm
Clearly that's nowhere near enough !!   What is she thinking ?!!??

Agreed.

mike - ask if your good lady has enough shoes / handbags / horses / etc (delete as appropriate)  The answer is bound to be "NO WAY!!!"

You walk away trying not to look too smug and order yourself another bike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 13 June, 2014, 11:23:21 pm
I swear I can see a speck of dust there Mike. The invasion map on the wall is very convincing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 14 June, 2014, 06:29:30 am
Quote from: hatler on 13 June, 2014, 03:26:27 pm
Clearly that's nowhere near enough !!

I see no...
DF tandem
recumbent tandem
DF trike
recumbent trike
unicycle
marathon frame triplet

is there a fixed wheel bike in there?
just asking
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 14 June, 2014, 07:10:28 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

It occurs to me that you could be referred to as...
The Pink Pedaler of Penzance. ;D

you could be related to The Pink Panther or The Pirates of Penzance
or The Pink Pirates
or The Penzance Panthers


IGMC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 14 June, 2014, 09:50:26 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5076/14414509421_bfd1d3f46b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nXL8sv)

Slope's latest fettle. Sportive slaying, carbon crushing all steel awesome mile eating glide minx with twin rear nukelear pods (top secret joint venture between well known concerns in Nelson, Lancashire and Dounreay).


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3901/14231709789_047789e518_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nFBeuH)

More spokes than gears! Rad ;D

By the way, she's known as The Majestique Ms Whiplash (as anyone who has ridden these twin lateral framed bikes will recognise the word WHIP) :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 14 June, 2014, 10:22:43 am
Quote from: jogler on 14 June, 2014, 07:10:28 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

It occurs to me that you could be referred to as...
The Pink Pedaler of Penzance. ;D

you could be related to The Pink Panther or The Pirates of Penzance
or The Pink Pirates
or The Penzance Panthers


IGMC

Which reminds me - does this bike have a name?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 14 June, 2014, 10:52:23 am
Quote from: slope on 14 June, 2014, 09:50:26 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5076/14414509421_bfd1d3f46b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nXL8sv)

Slope's latest fettle. Sportive slaying, carbon crushing all steel awesome mile eating glide minx with twin rear nukelear pods (top secret joint venture between well known concerns in Nelson, Lancashire and Dounreay).

Lovely! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cornwallkaren on 14 June, 2014, 10:23:50 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 13 June, 2014, 11:31:47 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 12 June, 2014, 08:38:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 June, 2014, 07:38:18 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Despite being a chap I am passionate about encouraging more women to ride bikes (part of the reason for the cycling group I run - see link in my sig line below).  If more women realised they could have a bike that looked like yours, and no doubt rides as beautifully as yours, I think there would be more on the road.  Of course women's bikes don't have to be pink, although yours is very pretty, my point is that bikes can be easily customised to suit the tastes of the rider.

I hope you have many happy mikes together  :-*

Thank you... it's been a real life saver for me. I have a very bad back problem and cycling is by far the best exercise for me to do. Add my busy dog to the mix, and the fact that I live right by the sea, and you have a recipe for enjoyable, irresistible exercise. My last bike was not bad, a hybrid, but wasn't exactly the right size and couldn't be set up precisely right. I did do 2,000 very happy miles on it though! And I live in West Cornwall so none of them were flat miles.
 I went up to Lincoln to order a custom frame from Dave Yates, he even let me mix my own colour. He's very intuitive, and between him and the Cycle Centre in Penzance, who did everything else, I have the most amazing bike I could have imagined! It seems to ride itself, it's like riding air. And I can't bear to not be cycling.
As far as encouraging women to cycle, I cannot recommend it enough. There are other reasons apart from my back problem which make me say If I can do it, so can anyone. And if you can sell your old stuff on Ebay, you can buy yourself a bike like this.
Go for it!

Post of the day!

That bike is so gorgeous, it really is Karen  :D

Thank you Ruthie, I can't really say how delighted I am with it. It's been quite a long project, but worth every minute and every penny. BIG SMILY FACE!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cornwallkaren on 14 June, 2014, 10:27:13 pm
Quote from: jogler on 14 June, 2014, 07:10:28 am
Quote from: cornwallkaren on 09 June, 2014, 07:51:16 pm
My new bike. I love it very much.



(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14367536815_4fd67f7c22_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z)xDSC01909fb (https://flic.kr/p/nTBo8Z) by smart tart (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

It occurs to me that you could be referred to as...
The Pink Pedaler of Penzance. ;D

you could be related to The Pink Panther or The Pirates of Penzance
or The Pink Pirates
or The Penzance Panthers


IGMC

Good thinking, but I live seven miles west of Penzance.. thinking of calling her an old fashioned flower name as she's the same colour as the campions that are everywhere right now.... but she obviously is the sort of bike that would have a name.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cornwallkaren on 14 June, 2014, 10:29:32 pm
Quote from: mike on 13 June, 2014, 01:31:23 pm
that pink bike is stunning!  Dave yates is a fenland genius.

we're having some sheds rebuilt so i had to empty them into the garage for a couple of weeks.  Apparently this is 'enough' bikes...

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/bikes/5D3_9492_zpsf304a435.jpg)

(4 of them are hers..)

Thank you, it came out lovely! I see you are in need of a pink bike, the Lincoln area does good ones,I hear!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 15 June, 2014, 11:42:14 am
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3916/14403014876_5c526e75c5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nWKdwG)P6135192 (https://flic.kr/p/nWKdwG) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5518/14422224985_98502048ff_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nYrF2t)P6140032m (https://flic.kr/p/nYrF2t) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3921/14235698467_ef60422ce0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nFXFc2)P6140058 (https://flic.kr/p/nFXFc2) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Not my bike, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tom M on 16 June, 2014, 09:48:20 am
(http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j214/Superted_photos/Mynd3_zpse31731a5.jpg) (http://s81.photobucket.com/user/Superted_photos/media/Mynd3_zpse31731a5.jpg.html)

Unfortunately my hand seems be be encroaching slightly so rather shadowy on the right. Atop the Long Mynd in Shropshire
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 June, 2014, 01:12:06 pm
What you mean is that you applied the 'half-vignette' filter for that semi-retro look.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 28 June, 2014, 03:22:20 pm
Just finished building this

(http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h82/Paul_Fulford/41A25B10-9BFA-4C6D-8FEB-6A3B809B8AC4_zpscbduymun.jpg) (http://s62.photobucket.com/user/Paul_Fulford/media/41A25B10-9BFA-4C6D-8FEB-6A3B809B8AC4_zpscbduymun.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 28 June, 2014, 04:35:09 pm
God, I love that :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 28 June, 2014, 06:19:22 pm
Quote from: bumper on 28 June, 2014, 04:35:09 pm
God, I love that :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Even more fun to ride than look at!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trumpet on 28 June, 2014, 07:28:32 pm
Should be comfy on a 600km audax ! ;D - But seriously, Fatbikes are great fun.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 01 July, 2014, 01:33:10 pm
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-TUllwygJ6gw/U7HfxwCbv2I/AAAAAAAAArI/p5dUGIhsXJA/w999-h749-no/_2014_gazelle-30-vi.jpg)

My 1980 Gazelle Sprinter Race, with its Reynolds 531 frame, that originally came with Suntour VX derailleur, and currently has a Shimano Nexus 8 gear hub.

Gazelle made Raleigh bikes too during that era. So my Sprinter Race supposedly is a Raleigh -- and there is hardly a way to set it up with the frontbrake on the left side; as other mainland Europe bikes do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 01 July, 2014, 03:49:34 pm
What type of saddle bag are you using on that bike ijsbrand?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 01 July, 2014, 03:59:36 pm
Found an unusual bike stand today.
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t1.0-9/10477048_1645399229018564_1103935015175595681_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 01 July, 2014, 08:00:42 pm
Quote from: jogler on 01 July, 2014, 03:49:34 pm
What type of saddle bag are you using on that bike ijsbrand?
A confusing combination of things. Under the saddle a standard Vaude mini bag, with just a spare tube and levers, but hanging from the saddle at the rear is a Carradice cape roll with some other things.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 02 July, 2014, 10:12:46 am
To go with Saxon Warrior here is my Brompton with AUK awk!  ::-)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10358569_1645884158970071_1936020551383578105_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2014, 02:19:27 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1266_zpsf2b6ce60.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1266_zpsf2b6ce60.jpg.html)


Blodwyn in 'beach mode'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 02 July, 2014, 09:01:29 pm
I like that a lot, very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 03 July, 2014, 06:19:33 am
^ Is that a de-blacked Zefal HPX pump lurking on your seatstay? 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 July, 2014, 02:16:43 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 02 July, 2014, 02:19:27 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1266_zpsf2b6ce60.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1266_zpsf2b6ce60.jpg.html)


Blodwyn in 'beach mode'

I like it so much I used it (well an almost identical Bob Jackon beloning to a Richard Wareham) as a template for my British Eagle renovation.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lRBtjWdilNY/UEX8pWBwY0I/AAAAAAAACkQ/APNOsqKxGzU/w1153-h865-no/BET+1.jpg)

At some point I owe it to myself to buy a  "Honey" Brooks and matching bar tape.  Maybe for my Orbit Single-Speed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 July, 2014, 02:30:21 pm
Did I 'hear' someone say "Honey Brooks and matching bar tape".....  :)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0447_zps323c8357.jpg)

the tape needs to age a bit more,  to catch up with the older saddle...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 03 July, 2014, 10:53:18 pm
Quote from: slope on 03 July, 2014, 06:19:33 am
^ Is that a de-blacked Zefal HPX pump lurking on your seatstay? 8)

it is indeed, took off the end connector, then slid off the lower plastic hand grip, and then nitromoors and wire wool, followed by brasso.  Also modified the end so that it sits on 2 pump pegs properly. :) you obviously have an eye for detail.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 04 July, 2014, 09:42:34 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 03 July, 2014, 10:53:18 pm
Quote from: slope on 03 July, 2014, 06:19:33 am
^ Is that a de-blacked Zefal HPX pump lurking on your seatstay? 8)

it is indeed, took off the end connector, then slid off the lower plastic hand grip, and then nitromoors and wire wool, followed by brasso.  Also modified the end so that it sits on 2 pump pegs properly. :) you obviously have an eye for detail.

 :thumbsup: I have 3 HPXs that upset me with their blackness. I bought a silver Silca Impero - but it's rather plastic looking :-\ I shall Blodwynize a Zefal, with your permission? My Longstaff has the seatstay mounting position like your BJ - so note taken re modification of bottom end :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JennyB on 04 July, 2014, 10:34:09 am
(http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=140821)

Ghostdancer at the Gap of Dunloe.

This is the ebike on which I rode the 360km first day of the Mile Failte 1200. I would have ridden more, but I kept getting lost and had to go knocking doors in the middle of the night.  :facepalm:

There’s a Bafang BBS01 motor on the bottom bracket which is very quiet, but effective on the many bastard hills. The bottom of the saddlebag holds a 20ah battery made up of Sanyo V3 cells, and a couple of 6amp chargers. The chargers together are bigger than the battery, but during a sit-down stop they extended the range by more than two km per minute.  ;D

 Altogether, about a nine kg weight penalty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 11:00:35 am
(http://interzen.homeunix.org/og2.jpg)

OrangeGina II after shredding a bit of gnar at Dalby (more dusty than mucky, thankfully)

36x17 fixed, may contain the occasional trace of orange.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
Purposeful!  Are those 26" wheels and if so what are the forks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 12:13:09 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
Purposeful!  Are those 26" wheels and if so what are the forks?
No (the clue is in the tyres ;) ) and Salsa Firestarter, respectively.

Salsa still do forks for 26" wheels but I don't think any of them have cage mounts on the legs (the Surly Troll fork does, however) - the Firestarter is the fork that's now specced on the Fargo (and one will be going on my El Mariachi). A baked soot version is available for a mere 550 beer tokens  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 July, 2014, 12:57:32 pm
Are those chopped down midge bars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 01:03:56 pm
Quote from: bumper on 04 July, 2014, 12:57:32 pm
Are those chopped down midge bars?
They're Midge bars, but resolutely unchopped - the tops are dead level (works for me, etc.etc.)  which makes it look like I've hacked a chunk off the ends.

But I haven't.

To be honest, the drops could do with being a bit longer and for this reason I'm considering a set of Salsa Woodchippers - same sort of width but a bit more of a flare at the ends.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 01:07:18 pm
Quote from: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 12:13:09 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
Purposeful!  Are those 26" wheels and if so what are the forks?
No (the clue is in the tyres ;) ) and Salsa Firestarter, respectively.

Oh yeah - doh  ::-)

Quote from: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 12:13:09 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 12:03:02 pm
Purposeful!  Are those 26" wheels and if so what are the forks?
... the Surly Troll fork does, however ...

Good tip!  I might have to buy those!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 01:16:57 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 01:07:18 pm
Quote
... the Surly Troll fork does, however ...

Good tip!  I might have to buy those!
I was going to buy a set for the 1x1 but the axle-to-crown on the Troll fork was way too long (443mm - a-c on an 18" 1x1 frame is 413mm; if your frame is 100mm suspension corrected then you're good) - I made a point of asking the distributors whether or not the new (2013-) Troll forks had the cage mounts; they do - older ones apparently don't.

Alternatively, you could have your existing forks modded by a framebuilder - Bob Jacksons quoted me £100 to add cage mounts, remove the existing canti mounts (never used 'em) and respray with a turnaround time of about 3 weeks.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 July, 2014, 01:32:22 pm
Quote from: slope on 04 July, 2014, 09:42:34 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 03 July, 2014, 10:53:18 pm
Quote from: slope on 03 July, 2014, 06:19:33 am
^ Is that a de-blacked Zefal HPX pump lurking on your seatstay? 8)

it is indeed, took off the end connector, then slid off the lower plastic hand grip, and then nitromoors and wire wool, followed by brasso.  Also modified the end so that it sits on 2 pump pegs properly. :) you obviously have an eye for detail.

 :thumbsup: I have 3 HPXs that upset me with their blackness. I bought a silver Silca Impero - but it's rather plastic looking :-\ I shall Blodwynize a Zefal, with your permission? My Longstaff has the seatstay mounting position like your BJ - so note taken re modification of bottom end :thumbsup:

If you want to remove the black plastic lower grip, take out the plunger, then a   v    e    r    y    lonng flat bladed screw driver gets the screw off at the base inside. Then carefully lever off the adapter, DON'T TWIST' it off, the adapter has a 'hex' head to it that sits in a 'hex' shaped hole in the pump body, if you twist it, you'll bugga up the pump body hole.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 July, 2014, 01:48:56 pm
Quote from: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 01:03:56 pm
Quote from: bumper on 04 July, 2014, 12:57:32 pm
Are those chopped down midge bars?
They're Midge bars, but resolutely unchopped - the tops are dead level (works for me, etc.etc.)  which makes it look like I've hacked a chunk off the ends.

But I haven't.

To be honest, the drops could do with being a bit longer and for this reason I'm considering a set of Salsa Woodchippers - same sort of width but a bit more of a flare at the ends.

I had mine the same but with black tape, they do look like they've had a couple of inches lopped off with the lighter tape.

Just looked at the woodchippers, nice useable drops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 02:17:49 pm
Quote from: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 01:16:57 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 01:07:18 pm
Quote
... the Surly Troll fork does, however ...

Good tip!  I might have to buy those!
I was going to buy a set for the 1x1 but the axle-to-crown on the Troll fork was way too long (443mm - a-c on an 18" 1x1 frame is 413mm; if your frame is 100mm suspension corrected then you're good) - I made a point of asking the distributors whether or not the new (2013-) Troll forks had the cage mounts; they do - older ones apparently don't.

Alternatively, you could have your existing forks modded by a framebuilder - Bob Jacksons quoted me £100 to add cage mounts, remove the existing canti mounts (never used 'em) and respray with a turnaround time of about 3 weeks.

I am thinking about new forks for my 2004 Claud Butler Rock.  The bike started life as a hard tail MTB but is now used mostly on the road so sus front forks are a bit pointless. I have no idea whether the frame is 100mm suspension corrected - how can I tell?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 July, 2014, 02:26:37 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 02:17:49 pm

I am thinking about new forks for my 2004 Claud Butler Rock.  The bike started life as a hard tail MTB but is now used mostly on the road so sus front forks are a bit pointless. I have no idea whether the frame is 100mm suspension corrected - how can I tell?

What forks did it come with? That would be a good starting point if you have them still
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 02:39:19 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 04 July, 2014, 02:26:37 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 02:17:49 pm

I am thinking about new forks for my 2004 Claud Butler Rock.  The bike started life as a hard tail MTB but is now used mostly on the road so sus front forks are a bit pointless. I have no idea whether the frame is 100mm suspension corrected - how can I tell?

What forks did it come with? That would be a good starting point if you have them still

Can't remember.  Does the 100mm refer to the amount of fork travel?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 July, 2014, 02:46:18 pm
Yes, that's right. My guess is that a bike of that era would be 70-80mm travel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 04 July, 2014, 02:51:02 pm
Google suggests that they were Suntour XC60 which had 75mm travel. If you put a 100mm corrected fork on it would slacken the head angle by about half a degree. Whether you'd notice a difference is your call :)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 04 July, 2014, 03:54:35 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 04 July, 2014, 01:32:22 pm
Quote from: slope on 04 July, 2014, 09:42:34 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 03 July, 2014, 10:53:18 pm
Quote from: slope on 03 July, 2014, 06:19:33 am
^ Is that a de-blacked Zefal HPX pump lurking on your seatstay? 8)

it is indeed, took off the end connector, then slid off the lower plastic hand grip, and then nitromoors and wire wool, followed by brasso.  Also modified the end so that it sits on 2 pump pegs properly. :) you obviously have an eye for detail.



 :thumbsup: I have 3 HPXs that upset me with their blackness. I bought a silver Silca Impero - but it's rather plastic looking :-\ I shall Blodwynize a Zefal, with your permission? My Longstaff has the seatstay mounting position like your BJ - so note taken re modification of bottom end :thumbsup:

If you want to remove the black plastic lower grip, take out the plunger, then a   v    e    r    y    lonng flat bladed screw driver gets the screw off at the base inside. Then carefully lever off the adapter, DON'T TWIST' it off, the adapter has a 'hex' head to it that sits in a 'hex' shaped hole in the pump body, if you twist it, you'll bugga up the pump body hole.  ;)

Many thanks for the invaluable advice :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 July, 2014, 05:18:36 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 01 July, 2014, 03:59:36 pm
Found an unusual bike stand today.
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t1.0-9/10477048_1645399229018564_1103935015175595681_n.jpg)
I think he needs the saddle bringing down a bit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 04 July, 2014, 05:44:10 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 04 July, 2014, 02:51:02 pm
Google suggests that they were Suntour XC60 which had 75mm travel. If you put a 100mm corrected fork on it would slacken the head angle by about half a degree. Whether you'd notice a difference is your call :)
Axle-to-crown measurement on the XC60s was (apparently) 440mm - given that the Troll fork is 453mm1 (not 443mm as I stated earlier) it probably wouldn't throw the geometry that far out of whack.

1 - http://surlybikes.com/parts/forks/troll_fork
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2014, 09:03:09 pm
Excellent info, thanks chaps. I am planning a winter upgrade programme so may well add new forks to the jobs list.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 July, 2014, 09:37:49 am
Commuting bike partly fettled:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14576938712_ae34f5465c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/od7C2w)P7030002 (https://flic.kr/p/od7C2w) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/14391294077_a6df5da967_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nVH9kX)P7030001 (https://flic.kr/p/nVH9kX) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 July, 2014, 01:07:47 pm
I've put it off and put it off for years...but I wanted Carbon, while I'm still capable of enjoying it.

Fresh back from "Pedal On" in Tadley, Hampshire..my new TREK Domane 4.3

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hX__IIHEmA4/U7fp9JmESgI/AAAAAAAADSg/QFmfZKUBHyw/w1276-h865-no/TREK+Domane+4.3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 July, 2014, 06:30:24 pm
at the top of risoul climb - stage finish of tdf in two weeks time:

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-c5822vyfvjk/U7guJa5_UPI/AAAAAAAADrg/TKVQlf14XTg/s640/20140702_111146.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 05 July, 2014, 09:39:49 pm
Update time

Dawes Horizon, all set up and riding well.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140705_151721_zpsd569bf21.jpg)

And finished the Dahon today, took it off the road early in December as was not sure on keeping it, but all rebuilt with new wheels etc, quick test ride tonight all ok.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140705_165349_zpse811ad37.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 06 July, 2014, 12:48:25 pm
New one- Surly Pacer (Tiagra build), almost had to buy it- was a bargain (£400 off original price). When the LBS first built it I noted it, thought about it, then forgot about it. Recently wanted a  bike for day rides and light touring and found out they hadn't sold it a year and a half later.

Will soon fit with 'guards, may eventually have a wheel built with hub dynamo. Not yet sure whether to go with a rack (no rack attachments on this, so P-clips or a seatpost collar mount needed) or a big ol' saddlebag.

Rides nice.

(http://i.imgur.com/vDWoBxo.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 06 July, 2014, 08:38:49 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 05 July, 2014, 09:39:49 pm
Update time

Dawes Horizon, all set up and riding well.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140705_151721_zpsd569bf21.jpg)

And finished the Dahon today, took it off the road early in December as was not sure on keeping it, but all rebuilt with new wheels etc, quick test ride tonight all ok.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140705_165349_zpse811ad37.jpg)

I thought you sold that Horizon?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 06 July, 2014, 11:43:53 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 06 July, 2014, 08:38:49 pm
I thought you sold that Horizon?

It is the 3rd one that I have had, yes I did try selling the frame but had no luck so rebuilt it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 July, 2014, 09:35:54 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5237/14599621616_d1ba141ccc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/of7SS5)Scan0187 (https://flic.kr/p/of7SS5) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 10 July, 2014, 09:50:23 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bsc1-29x2.3-fitted-scaled.jpg)

Keep It Simple, Stupid ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:15:38 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2918/14441722360_bba84680ae_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/o1aAV7)

Today on the way back from grocery shopping. Llyn Dinas. First ride with the Juju beads on the gear cables  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 July, 2014, 05:20:04 pm
Quote from: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:15:38 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2918/14441722360_bba84680ae_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/o1aAV7)

Today on the way back from grocery shopping. Llyn Dinas. First ride with the Juju beads on the gear cables  :D

Gor Blimey Guvner!  That's a lovely piccie.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:35:09 pm
Quote from: LEE on 11 July, 2014, 05:20:04 pm
Quote from: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:15:38 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2918/14441722360_bba84680ae_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/o1aAV7)

Today on the way back from grocery shopping. Llyn Dinas. First ride with the Juju beads on the gear cables  :D

Gor Blimey Guvner!  That's a lovely piccie.

Thank you squire. I believe you (and many brave souls) have ridden past that lake on a certain Welsh Audax event - after Beddgelert and before Llyn Gwynant and the climb up to Pen Y Pass :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 11 July, 2014, 06:46:44 pm
Quote from: interzen on 10 July, 2014, 09:50:23 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bsc1-29x2.3-fitted-scaled.jpg)

Keep It Simple, Stupid ...

Where are the orange bits?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 11 July, 2014, 06:49:03 pm
Quote from: velosam on 11 July, 2014, 06:46:44 pm
Quote from: interzen on 10 July, 2014, 09:50:23 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bsc1-29x2.3-fitted-scaled.jpg)

Keep It Simple, Stupid ...

Where are the orange bits?
Orange and green?! Eeeeew!  :P

I may be having some bottle cage mounts added to the forks, in which case they'll be coming back green too. The orange bits are on ... the orange bike. I have a further collection of orange bits for the other orange bike whose frame I don't have yet.

ETA: Once upon a time I had a bike that was orange and sky blue. It worked surprisingly well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 July, 2014, 10:12:01 pm
Quote from: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:35:09 pm
Thank you squire. I believe you (and many brave souls) have ridden past that lake on a certain Welsh Audax event - after Beddgelert and before Llyn Gwynant and the climb up to Pen Y Pass :thumbsup:

Ahhh, it's down there is it?

I must remember to stop there and not go any further in future...it goes decidedly UP from there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 12 July, 2014, 12:48:03 pm
Quote from: LEE on 11 July, 2014, 10:12:01 pm
Quote from: slope on 11 July, 2014, 05:35:09 pm
Thank you squire. I believe you (and many brave souls) have ridden past that lake on a certain Welsh Audax event - after Beddgelert and before Llyn Gwynant and the climb up to Pen Y Pass :thumbsup:

Ahhh, it's down there is it?

I must remember to stop there and not go any further in future...it goes decidedly UP from there.

Looking the other way

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5578/14633956995_190b0f43c5_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oi9Rzn)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 12 July, 2014, 01:07:59 pm
Great pic and it just looks like a  great place to be.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 12 July, 2014, 11:56:07 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 July, 2014, 01:07:47 pm
I've put it off and put it off for years...but I wanted Carbon, while I'm still capable of enjoying it.

Fresh back from "Pedal On" in Tadley, Hampshire..my new TREK Domane 4.3

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hX__IIHEmA4/U7fp9JmESgI/AAAAAAAADSg/QFmfZKUBHyw/w1276-h865-no/TREK+Domane+4.3.jpg)

Awesome ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 13 July, 2014, 07:30:13 am
+1 on the domane, whats is it like to ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 July, 2014, 08:07:40 pm
My 2004 Claud Butler Rock returns to MTB mode. I can't say I like the look:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/CBB025C4-6A9E-4D74-8211-4913C2368806_zpscfdkxtzf.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 13 July, 2014, 09:21:10 pm
It does look a bit like a started cat.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 July, 2014, 06:02:43 am
 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 14 July, 2014, 10:13:52 am
Quote from: clarion on 05 July, 2014, 09:37:49 am
Commuting bike partly fettled:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14576938712_ae34f5465c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/od7C2w)P7030002 (https://flic.kr/p/od7C2w) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/14391294077_a6df5da967_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nVH9kX)P7030001 (https://flic.kr/p/nVH9kX) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

With that cable holder where it is, I read that as "One Less Cafe" to start with. Less worried now after a more careful examination, as you were.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 July, 2014, 11:18:16 am
Quote from: velosam on 13 July, 2014, 07:30:13 am
+1 on the domane, whats is it like to ride?

OK, I went to look at a Giant Defy Advanced 2 (£2k bike of the year 2013 and still top 3 in 2014).
They let me take it for a test ride and it was great, lively, slick, great handling...everything I expected after reading countless reviews.
Make no mistake, I'd spent 18 months establishing that I wanted..needed..the Defy Advanced 2.

Then I noticed they had the Domane 4.3 (also a highly rated bike in same reviews).

They let me take it for a test ride and, within 50 yards, I knew they could keep the Giant.
I won't say that the ride is astonishing because it's actually quite like my Condor Fratello but...that is quite astonishing I suppose.  My Fratello is a "magic carpet ride" of curved steel stays and the Domane is made from collossal rigid tubes.

You'd expect a bike made from tubes this big to be quick but painfully harsh but everything they say about the "De-Coupler" seems to be true.  It really does smooth out Hampshire roads.
(Note.  The De-Coupler allows the seat tube to pivot at the top-tube, it isn't a rigid joint.  It pivots and allows the whole tube, down to the bottom bracket to flex over bumps.  It's a sort of suspension seat-post but with a smaller amount of saddle travel..  Of course the wonders of Carbon design allow for this vertical compliance without sacrificing any compliance in the drive-train components.  The bottom bracket, head-tube and chain-stays are monsters and designed to keep you going forward and where you pointed it.

My experience of Carbon road bikes is limited to 2 test rides, both of which as classed as "Sportive" geometry (tall head tube, longer wheel base....for long-distance comfort).  I'm in no position to say that the Domane is better than any other similar bike.  However, the difference in ride quality, between the Giant and the TREK was instantly noticeable, something I really hadn't banked on.

So, I went just to look at a Defy and bought a Domane.

I'll let someone with a broader experience of carbon road bikes comment on whether or not the Domane is noticeably smoother then the rest of the bunch.

Now fitted with my Selle Ti SLR saddle.

I think that "Sportive" bikes are probably what most MAMILs I see riding "Road Race Bikes" would be better off on (the Defy Advanced, Specialized Roubaix, Domane..etc).  They are a much more civilised geometry and are about riding on the hoods, looking for cafes, rather than in the drops, trying to remember the phone number of your osteopath.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-gPJ26P0lujE/U7wHmkd6oII/AAAAAAAADS0/uu52E6sNgdo/w1298-h865-no/Domane+1920x1280.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 July, 2014, 11:34:58 am
Oh yes..and I bought this locally on Saturday for my son for £50.

He's been looking for a "Clapham Commuter" but London demand seems to push up prices of any old rust-bucket to silly levels.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/--qn6CMHpVms/U8OxoU-HxQI/AAAAAAAADcE/S1jlrY_0UuY/w1280-h853-no/Raleigh+Pioneer.jpg)

I'm mid way through swapping out some old bits for better spares I have in my "I may find a use for these old bits one day" box.

I'm hoping it strikes a balance between practicality and anonymity so it falls off the London bike-thieves' list of bikes to steal immediately.

I managed to locate and replace all the micro ball-bearings that fell out of the rear cassette when I removed it for a service.  Phew.  Extreme ping-fuckitness.

Steel Handlebars, stem, rack and seat post !!!  Room for some weight-saving me thinks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 14 July, 2014, 11:56:34 am
Lee, the Domane is lovely.  As for the Clapham commuter, I'd say leave the steel parts, the rusty patina they will  inevitably acquire will make it even less desirable to thieves.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 July, 2014, 08:18:52 pm
A belated birthday present.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000797_zpsed889a28.jpg)

SAB 'Domagnano' from Planet X, carbon fork, sealed bearing wheelset with Durano 'Etape' 23s, Tiagra 4600/105 mix, Deda finishing kit with the inevitable Charge Spoon and stitched bar tape.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/WP_000798_zps995e2ca4.jpg)

It should debut on a little social ride - i.e. a run to the pubbe - on Thursday evening . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 14 July, 2014, 08:26:22 pm
Bloody hell! Pick the one night I work late, why don't you?  Where are you going?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 15 July, 2014, 11:56:17 am
Quote from: interzen on 10 July, 2014, 09:50:23 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bsc1-29x2.3-fitted-scaled.jpg)

Keep It Simple, Stupid ...

I prefare a little more comfort in my old age ;D
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/IMG_0109_zps4cdcc2d2.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/IMG_0109_zps4cdcc2d2.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 15 July, 2014, 12:10:31 pm
Quote from: Otto on 15 July, 2014, 11:56:17 am
Quote from: interzen on 10 July, 2014, 09:50:23 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bsc1-29x2.3-fitted-scaled.jpg)

Keep It Simple, Stupid ...

I prefare a little more comfort in my old age ;D
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/IMG_0109_zps4cdcc2d2.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/IMG_0109_zps4cdcc2d2.jpg.html)
It is my comfort bike - it's singlespeed rather than fixed ;)

ETA: I notice also that you've got one of Mr. The Bikemonger's finest stickers on there too  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 July, 2014, 06:26:56 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 July, 2014, 11:34:58 am
Oh yes..and I bought this locally on Saturday for my son for £50.

He's been looking for a "Clapham Commuter" but London demand seems to push up prices of any old rust-bucket to silly levels.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/--qn6CMHpVms/U8OxoU-HxQI/AAAAAAAADcE/S1jlrY_0UuY/w1280-h853-no/Raleigh+Pioneer.jpg)

I'm mid way through swapping out some old bits for better spares I have in my "I may find a use for these old bits one day" box.

I'm hoping it strikes a balance between practicality and anonymity so it falls off the London bike-thieves' list of bikes to steal immediately.

I managed to locate and replace all the micro ball-bearings that fell out of the rear cassette when I removed it for a service.  Phew.  Extreme ping-fuckitness.

Steel Handlebars, stem, rack and seat post !!!  Room for some weight-saving me thinks.

Some old 28mm Marathons fitted, wheels trued, hubs serviced and greased, Mudguards adjusted, old Blackburn Rack fitted, crappy plastic Cantis replaced with some old Avid Shorties, old pump donated...ready to rock, it actually rides really well and, thanks to the Avids, stops now as well.

Not sure if it will be my son's "thing" but I'm already at the stage where I'm a bit loathed to give it away.

It's the perfect Pub bike.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Akwj3BHoZo0/U8a1HqY5zhI/AAAAAAAADdY/qJ-m5p4tCjA/w1280-h853-no/Raleigh+Pioneer+a+1280.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 19 July, 2014, 11:20:08 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 29 May, 2014, 08:21:27 pm
Quote from: bumper on 29 May, 2014, 11:09:36 am
You know you want to.
[...]
I may even get cane creek gum levers and go to bar end shifters to get of the black levers :facepalm:

You know you want to.  Or, even better, downtube levers...

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-XTTYdU1oHDU/T9TwFpqvnVI/AAAAAAAADPA/-IPEu-a342Y/s576/P1040233.jpg)

What Bars are those?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 19 July, 2014, 11:28:24 pm
Salsa Woodchippers by the look of it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 20 July, 2014, 11:23:19 am
Yep, spot on.  Very comfy, IME
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 20 July, 2014, 03:08:40 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 20 July, 2014, 11:23:19 am
Yep, spot on.  Very comfy, IME
I'm currently debating whether or not to put some on the High Latitude - it's running Midge bars at the moment but after a few rides over rather rocky terrain I'm feeling the need for something with a bit more length on the drops. I even have some orange bar tape in the bits box ;)

Ah well, it's only a week until pay day  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rrarider on 21 July, 2014, 04:52:45 pm
This is my 1984 Raleigh Record Ace which I have had from new. I've started riding it again after a long layoff.

(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae326/NickBT1/RecAce2_zpsdf7d10c5.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/NickBT1/media/RecAce2_zpsdf7d10c5.jpg.html)

It's pretty much original except for Mavic MA40 rims and a Shimano rear mech. I'd like to replace the tyres with something to match the fitted Specialized  but gumwalls seem to be out of fashion these days.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 21 July, 2014, 08:33:28 pm
Quote from: rrarider on 21 July, 2014, 04:52:45 pm
This is my 1984 Raleigh Record Ace which I have had from new. I've started riding it again after a long layoff.
That's lovely.  I had a 1981 one, lasted me years.

Quote
I'd like to replace the tyres with something to match the fitted Specialized  but gumwalls seem to be out of fashion these days.
Panaracer pasela.  Available in 700c or 27"
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 July, 2014, 12:17:53 am
Quote from: rrarider on 21 July, 2014, 04:52:45 pm

I'd like to replace the tyres with something to match the fitted Specialized  but gumwalls seem to be out of fashion these days.

Luganos also come in a skinwall, are quite cheap and readily available (23mm)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 July, 2014, 10:55:10 am
My growing Planet X collection:

Exocet 2 frame bought in the recent sale for around £400. Bits, apart from the chainset, from the spares box:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg.html)

RT57 built earlier this year, undergoing cable re-routing (and fitting cable guides in the frame to make replacement easier in future!):

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg.html)

Damn! Just noticed the tyres aren't properly aligned on either bike. Slack job...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 July, 2014, 11:07:09 am
Red spokes! Going so fast, your lawn's gone all blurry!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 July, 2014, 11:26:07 am
Yep, those aren't lawn stripes, they're hyper-speed ion trails in the complementary colour!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jogler on 22 July, 2014, 11:27:41 am
Planet X : Fly Me
by
TimC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 22 July, 2014, 11:36:10 am
N+1 Edinburgh  Stylee !!!

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Y2_67YUW8Xk/U849J6OUAII/AAAAAAAArqc/74PX0Gnz9pk/s640/%255BUNSET%255D.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 July, 2014, 11:41:50 am
Quote from: jogler on 22 July, 2014, 11:27:41 am
Planet X : Fly Me
by
TimC

Wish I was as quick as the bikes suggest! Sadly, age and weight mean that no records are in any danger from me, whatever bike I ride. I guess I'm at serious risk of accusations of ATGANI!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 July, 2014, 12:16:31 pm
Though is that actually worse than NGATMI?

(no gear and too many ideas)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 July, 2014, 12:18:21 pm
I subscribe to the 'No gears and too many ideas' school of thought :)

(although n+1 will have some excess metal in the transmission department)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rrarider on 24 July, 2014, 05:16:18 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 21 July, 2014, 08:33:28 pm
Quote from: rrarider on 21 July, 2014, 04:52:45 pm
This is my 1984 Raleigh Record Ace which I have had from new. I've started riding it again after a long layoff.
That's lovely.  I had a 1981 one, lasted me years.

Quote
I'd like to replace the tyres with something to match the fitted Specialized  but gumwalls seem to be out of fashion these days.
Panaracer pasela.  Available in 700c or 27"

Quote from: torslanda on 22 July, 2014, 12:17:53 am
Quote from: rrarider on 21 July, 2014, 04:52:45 pm

I'd like to replace the tyres with something to match the fitted Specialized  but gumwalls seem to be out of fashion these days.
Luganos also come in a skinwall, are quite cheap and readily available (23mm)

Thank you both for the suggestions regarding gumwall tyres. In the end I opted to take a gamble on some new old stock Specialized Turbo S tyres and this has worked out well. They're in good condition with firm sidewalls. I've fitted and road tested them at speed and they ride as well as the Specialized Touring IIs that were fitted but the sidewalls of which were about to let go in a big way. They look like they belong on the bike and give a fast ride. The only downside was that they were monsters to fit - all the skin's off both my thumbs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 26 July, 2014, 12:44:16 am
my new trice fs
(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/IMG_0564_zpsd2e013ce.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/IMG_0564_zpsd2e013ce.jpg.html)(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/IMG_0563_zpsead7f497.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/IMG_0563_zpsead7f497.jpg.html)
(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/IMG_0569_zpsd3074313.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/IMG_0569_zpsd3074313.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 26 July, 2014, 06:32:55 am
^ Wonderful machines. I have always regretted selling my 2006 one. That's an interesting sculpture it's pondering?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 26 July, 2014, 09:07:28 am
that's in Burnham beeches . there are quite a few different ones there  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 26 July, 2014, 09:46:02 pm
Woo! Shiny trike CM!  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 02 August, 2014, 04:39:11 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/10497113_10152604288733399_2714638474856102263_o.jpg)

New Chrome Forks on the Venturelli and downtube shifters.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 August, 2014, 03:15:03 pm
Quote from: TimC on 22 July, 2014, 10:55:10 am
My growing Planet X collection:

Exocet 2 frame bought in the recent sale for around £400. Bits, apart from the chainset, from the spares box:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg.html)

RT57 built earlier this year, undergoing cable re-routing (and fitting cable guides in the frame to make replacement easier in future!):

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg.html)

Damn! Just noticed the tyres aren't properly aligned on either bike. Slack job...

I'm liking the Exocet 2 very much.
That looks like it's moving when it is standing still.
*step away from the credit card Jurek*

Forza carbon bottle cage on the RT57, I note.
You should be aware that those cages will comfortably accommodate a 75cl bottle of wine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 04 August, 2014, 06:40:59 pm
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2926/14848528983_3303cf000c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oC7Amp)

Loaded up and on the way to the other side of the mountain, tentatively down Drws Y Coed descent, through the weird village of Nantlle and onto a man who has every bike tool known to humanity

But I still had to ride home with the stuck seatpost :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 04 August, 2014, 08:03:21 pm
They've mantled your tallbike incorrectly..   :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 04 August, 2014, 08:24:30 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 04 August, 2014, 03:15:03 pm
Quote from: TimC on 22 July, 2014, 10:55:10 am
My growing Planet X collection:

Exocet 2 frame bought in the recent sale for around £400. Bits, apart from the chainset, from the spares box:

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg1_zps3d0ec068.jpg.html)

RT57 built earlier this year, undergoing cable re-routing (and fitting cable guides in the frame to make replacement easier in future!):

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/imagejpg6_zps9cd78f5b.jpg.html)

Damn! Just noticed the tyres aren't properly aligned on either bike. Slack job...

I'm liking the Exocet 2 very much.
That looks like it's moving when it is standing still.
*step away from the credit card Jurek*

Forza carbon bottle cage on the RT57, I note.
You should be aware that those cages will comfortably accommodate a 75cl bottle of wine.

Now that's a tip I like!

The Exocet looks even faster on a pair of Vision Metron 81s...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 August, 2014, 07:11:39 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3868/14835420244_a148ab5ce9_m.jpg)
It's a velo-vorous triffid!


(how do you get larger images out of flickr nowadays? It used to be simple.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 August, 2014, 07:31:38 pm
1948 Percy Stallard 'Monthléry' with cheap North Road handlebars, 1980s Carradice Nelson Longflap, a Lion Bellworks bell and a very wide angle lens :o

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3890/14857645304_06ac48d9c7_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/oCVjjm)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 08 August, 2014, 11:08:54 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 August, 2014, 07:31:38 pm
1948 Percy Stallard 'Monthléry' with cheap North Road handlebars, 1980s Carradice Nelson Longflap, a Lion Bellworks bell and a very wide angle lens :o

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3890/14857645304_06ac48d9c7_o.jpg)
 (https://flic.kr/p/oCVjjm)

Cheap North Road Bars? How much and from where please? Thinking about trying them on Claud Butler.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 August, 2014, 12:33:20 am
Quote from: Moose57 on 08 August, 2014, 11:08:54 pm

Cheap North Road Bars? How much and from where please? Thinking about trying them on Claud Butler.

I have 3 pairs from different sources (they are great used down or up). They are Oxford North Road bars in aluminium. But it's a minefield out there! Just tried to find the ones I bought and from where - only to draw a blank ::-)

BECAUSE mine are only 530mm wide (which is why I chose those as opposed to all the wider stuff). They also came with a different product number on their attached label to the advertised version!

I definitely bought the first pair from http://www.discountbicycles.co.uk - but they are only listing the steel version now. Then I found them cheaper (£13 delivered?) elsewhere - but my memory fails me, sorry Moose57
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 09 August, 2014, 12:28:14 pm
Ta :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 09 August, 2014, 06:05:29 pm
What are you using to mount the gear shifters on the bars - are those Kelly's?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 August, 2014, 07:05:01 pm
Quote from: Jakob W on 09 August, 2014, 06:05:29 pm
What are you using to mount the gear shifters on the bars - are those Kelly's?

Velo Orange thumbshifter mounts from a really nice CTC bloke who has an eBay shop

veloduocycles

They take bar end shifters and downtube shifters (if used with the squared off bar end intermediate silver bit - or just file/grind down the downtube equivalents)

They come with shims for road and flat bars + are hinged so you don't have to slide them on and off the bars :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andrewc on 09 August, 2014, 08:11:33 pm
Blue Meanie, my old faithful Orbit Tourer hitched to my latest acquisition for one of today's trips to the dump.  2 old PC towers into the recycling skip.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BunT_qeCMAAwmoS.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 August, 2014, 08:19:07 pm
Quote from: andrewc on 09 August, 2014, 08:11:33 pm
Blue Meanie, my old faithful Orbit Tourer hitched to my latest acquisition for one of today's trips to the dump.  2 old PC towers into the recycling skip.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BunT_qeCMAAwmoS.jpg)

 :thumbsup: I so want and am saving up for a Carry Freedom trailer. My local tip is 15 miles away over a big mountain - I have a lot of stuff I wish to take there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 09 August, 2014, 09:49:35 pm
Been looking at Thorn Audax mk3's for ages with them being my LBS it was good to be able to try before you buy.

Finished the build today with 10spd Tiagra etc and have test ridden it, so nice to ride, might need a shorter stem but need to ride it again to be sure.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Thorn_zps91ac164b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hazeyblue on 09 August, 2014, 10:16:21 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 09 August, 2014, 09:49:35 pm
Been looking at Thorn Audax mk3's for ages with them being my LBS it was good to be able to try before you buy.

Finished the build today with 10spd Tiagra etc and have test ridden it, so nice to ride, might need a shorter stem but need to ride it again to be sure.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Thorn_zps91ac164b.jpg)

Lovely looking bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 10 August, 2014, 09:17:30 am
Quote from: slope on 09 August, 2014, 07:05:01 pm
Velo Orange thumbshifter mounts from a really nice CTC bloke who has an eBay shop

veloduocycles

Thanks - will have to take a look; I'm pondering converting from D/Ts at the moment, and I gather Kelly's are hard to get hold of, so I'm always interested in alternatives...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 10 August, 2014, 11:35:09 am
The Triban 3, with new r501 wheels/rubinos, and general audax kit, including DIY inner tube/duct tape handlebar shock aborbers... 

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3887/14683594327_03db34b192_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/onxg2r)P1010647 (https://flic.kr/p/onxg2r) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/people/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 10 August, 2014, 11:44:16 am
Longstaff with new rack and Gilles Berthoud shiny 8) mudguards AND rubber SKS mudflaps, fore and aft :smug:

Flickr are playing silly buggers - clicking on the items below bring up the photos ::-)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5578/14688362388_73fcd35a5c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/onXGpo)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/14872508474_7a6b57701a_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oEeuBU)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5559/14874634262_963865ddae_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oEqoxq)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pedal Castro on 12 August, 2014, 05:32:53 pm
The GT ZR2000 frame SpaceBadger kindly donated to my son all done up in touring mode, on our way to Holland.

(http://www.nrtoone.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/IMAG0216.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 12 August, 2014, 10:21:46 pm
Quote from: Pedal Castro on 12 August, 2014, 05:32:53 pm
The GT ZR2000 frame SpaceBadger kindly donated to my son all done up in touring mode, on our way to Holland.

(http://www.nrtoone.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/IMAG0216.jpg)

So good to see someone getting a few more miles out of my first proper road frame from 1997!  :thumbsup:

It never made it further than Cumbria during my ownership. Bonne voyage  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 16 August, 2014, 01:45:52 pm
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/10496168_10152637890903399_8441100654891168927_o.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t31.0-8/10505055_10152637891108399_9093795838400319722_o.jpg)

Butler with North Road Bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 03:27:38 pm
n+1 finally finished and ready for some trail action

(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/el-mar-fixed.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:43:48 pm
Where's it off too?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 03:46:11 pm
Quote from: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:43:48 pm
Where's it off too?
Just round a few local trails for now, mainly to make sure that everything's set up the way I want it, hence the addition of luggage.
All being well,  I'll be doing a couple of overnighters on the North York Moors next weekend.

I ordered some properly coloured velcro straps of 'tBay but they've not arrived yet, hence the occasional outbreak of green
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:55:04 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 03:46:11 pm
Quote from: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:43:48 pm
Where's it off too?
Just round a few local trails for now, mainly to make sure that everything's set up the way I want it, hence the addition of luggage.
All being well,  I'll be doing a couple of overnighters on the North York Moors next weekend.

I ordered some properly coloured velcro straps of 'tBay but they've not arrived yet, hence the occasional outbreak of green

My eBay straps were a bit rubbish, not velcro, buckle/clip type. Very cheap webbing and flimsy buckles. Hope yours turn out better quality.

Also hope you have good weather too, it was terrible in the Berwyns this week. Extremely wet and windy at night. I may pop over again next weekend. Thinking of going to 1x10 with a 30t front and 42t range extender, that should get me up everything fully loaded. On the second day I was on the granny permanently going uphill on loose wet stuff. The wtb nineline tyres were great on it though.

Enjoy the shakedown, here's to better weather :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 04:07:39 pm
Quote from: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:55:04 pm
The wtb nineline tyres were great on it though.
Oooh ... CRC are doing them for £16.99 each at the moment; given that my Nano Races are starting to wear I reckon that's rather fortuitous.

The main aim of the shakedown ride is to see if I can handle the fixed + flatties combo on proper rough stuff - initial impressions are good but that's been on a 20km each-way commute and whilst York's roads are pretty bad, they're not 'bridleway' bad (yet - the council seem to be trying their damnedest to make it happen, though).  If they don't work out, I'm planning to get a pair of ATAC MX8s (more foot support) and put the Saint flatties on Pugsley.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 04:19:55 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 04:07:39 pm
Quote from: bumper on 16 August, 2014, 03:55:04 pm
The wtb nineline tyres were great on it though.
Oooh ... CRC are doing them for £16.99 each at the moment; given that my Nano Races are starting to wear I reckon that's rather fortuitous.

The main aim of the shakedown ride is to see if I can handle the fixed + flatties combo on proper rough stuff - initial impressions are good but that's been on a 20km each-way commute and whilst York's roads are pretty bad, they're not 'bridleway' bad (yet - the council seem to be trying their damnedest to make it happen, though).  If they don't work out, I'm planning to get a pair of ATAC MX8s (more foot support) and put the Saint flatties on Pugsley.

£16.99, well spotted :thumbsup:

I was very impressed with them. They went over loose gravel, boulders (dry and slippy), tarmac, pine woodland and worked flawlessly. They grabbed well on wet cambers too. They didn't however work in 2ft deep peat bog, neither did my shoes, socks, shorts :facepalm:

I'm just off to get another pair.

I've just switched to flats too, but not riding fixed! I've stuck saints on and they were as grippy as spds, even on big downhill boulder sections. I never slipped off them once. Just got to remember to tilt my pedals when I jump and not do the spd lift ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 August, 2014, 04:42:01 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 16 August, 2014, 01:45:52 pm
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/10496168_10152637890903399_8441100654891168927_o.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t31.0-8/10505055_10152637891108399_9093795838400319722_o.jpg)

Butler with North Road Bars.

 :thumbsup: Looking good. Mind you, even 'ape hangers' would look great on that frame ;D

What are the hubs, rims and tyres please sir?

Edit: See the boots are Panaracer Paselas. Are the rims Halo Whiteline?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 16 August, 2014, 05:55:26 pm
The hubs have shimano on them, I can't remember the make of rims they has a label on them that read Xrims.
Someone made them for me and I didn't pay attention just liked the look. :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 16 August, 2014, 06:17:30 pm
Moose57 now that looks very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 16 August, 2014, 06:20:50 pm

 :thumbsup: Looking good. Mind you, even 'ape hangers' would look great on that frame ;D

What are the hubs, rims and tyres please sir?

Edit: See the boots are Panaracer Paselas. Are the rims Halo Whiteline?
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I wanted a bike like this from the moment I saw a picture of one of your bikes on here, glad you like it.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 17 August, 2014, 11:30:07 am
That looks smashing M57; I'll keep a eye out for you on that! Incidentally, I was meant to be leading a V-CC Kent Lightweight Group ride from Headcorn today but had to cancel for medical reasons; I hope to reschedule once I am back on the road, I'll let you know.

Where did you find the bottle cage by the way? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pdm on 17 August, 2014, 12:10:14 pm
Well, N+1 has arrived.
I decided to bite the bullet and go the whole hog with a bespoke, made to measure Columbus lite steel frame and a decent level of finishing kit from Paul Hewitt.

Here is the result. It is a superb bike. VERY stiff but comfortable; I can feel and see no frame torsion when stomping on the pedals and I am no lightweight! It is pretty light too; just about 10kg though the scales are not specific enough to give a better indication. With the stiffness, it seems to go uphill a little faster too. Top tube  is 60cm. Part of the deal in getting the bicycle was that SWMBO chose the colour; its growing on me slowly. I like the attention to detail - e.g. braized on cable guides for gear cable outers on head tube. Brooks Professional saddle is the best fit for my big bum.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0025.JPG)

42cm Handlebars, short drop. Nice comfortable padded sealskinz bar tape. I am lost without a mirror - neck not as flexible these days! The new Shimano stuff routes all the cables under the tape too so gives a very clean look.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0026.JPG)

Ulregra 11 speed, 11-32 cassette, 50x34 chainrings. Gives 29 to 127 inches. Better than my usual triple with almost as many steps which I have not missed yet. Polished stainless rear dropouts. CXP33 rims on Ultegra hubs. Not used Continental Gator Hardshell tyres before - will see how they pan out.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0027.JPG)

Looks like a very clean build. The welding is superb. It FITS my 6' 3" lardass frame just fine....!

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0028.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 17 August, 2014, 01:39:52 pm
Quote from: interzen on 16 August, 2014, 04:07:39 pm
Oooh ... CRC are doing them for £16.99 each at the moment

Just ordered 2, still showing more than 5 in stock. Plenty left for you, they're excellent tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 17 August, 2014, 05:41:54 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 17 August, 2014, 11:30:07 am
That looks smashing M57; I'll keep a eye out for you on that! Incidentally, I was meant to be leading a V-CC Kent Lightweight Group ride from Headcorn today but had to cancel for medical reasons; I hope to reschedule once I am back on the road, I'll let you know.

Where did you find the bottle cage by the way?

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lifeline-titanium-bottle-cage/

Attached to;

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/minoura/bh100c-s-cage-holder-ec029188

I have just joined the V-CC, was going to go on that ride but something else came up.
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 17 August, 2014, 06:29:36 pm
Latest addition re-admission to the fleet.

It's going to be my new pub/shopping bike and is built from an old frame stored in the loft, and with cast off bits from about five other bikes. I think only the cables and chain are new :)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qGYDffkuAsk/U_DjJA4TFSI/AAAAAAAAGuk/LMpO3L1--_U/w737-h553-no/IMG_0002.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 17 August, 2014, 08:59:30 pm
Quote from: pdm on 17 August, 2014, 12:10:14 pm
Well, N+1 has arrived.
I decided to bite the bullet and go the whole hog with a bespoke, made to measure Columbus lite steel frame and a decent level of finishing kit from Paul Hewitt.

Here is the result. It is a superb bike. VERY stiff but comfortable; I can feel and see no frame torsion when stomping on the pedals and I am no lightweight! It is pretty light too; just about 10kg though the scales are not specific enough to give a better indication. With the stiffness, it seems to go uphill a little faster too. Top tube  is 60cm. Part of the deal in getting the bicycle was that SWMBO chose the colour; its growing on me slowly. I like the attention to detail - e.g. braized on cable guides for gear cable outers on head tube. Brooks Professional saddle is the best fit for my big bum.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0025.JPG)

42cm Handlebars, short drop. Nice comfortable padded sealskinz bar tape. I am lost without a mirror - neck not as flexible these days! The new Shimano stuff routes all the cables under the tape too so gives a very clean look.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0026.JPG)

Ulregra 11 speed, 11-32 cassette, 50x34 chainrings. Gives 29 to 127 inches. Better than my usual triple with almost as many steps which I have not missed yet. Polished stainless rear dropouts. CXP33 rims on Ultegra hubs. Not used Continental Gator Hardshell tyres before - will see how they pan out.

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0027.JPG)

Looks like a very clean build. The welding is superb. It FITS my 6' 3" lardass frame just fine....!

(http://www.meiring.org.uk/pdm/images/Hewitt/DSCF0028.JPG)

Cracking! I am a sucker for polished dropouts.

SWMBO did well with colour choice as well.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 17 August, 2014, 10:47:38 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5568/14764732840_fc4501c04c_b.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/ouH7Fj)My bike by -menthel- (http://flic.kr/p/ouH7Fj)

My Italia ready for our first attempt at touring. Went quite well, even despite the off road adventures. I really love this bike, despite being aluminium it is just so comfortable. It's quick when I put in the effort and happily carried the load I put on it. It's getting a treat of some tarty wheels for fast, fun blasts with no luggage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 August, 2014, 10:52:21 am
The Edinburgh hack

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Wuulh-uOxsE/U_RuPAMUOpI/AAAAAAAArzM/9j-sfPJwOcs/s640/IMG_20140820_075625.jpg)

Went for a ride out to Livingstone-ish yesterday evening, needs a bit of trim around the saddle area, but all in all great fun.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 20 August, 2014, 11:01:36 am
Somewhat decluttered Majestique Butler comfy roller

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3906/14953880891_8f1a921de2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oMqxNB)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 20 August, 2014, 10:37:46 pm
Quote from: slope on 20 August, 2014, 11:01:36 am
Somewhat decluttered Majestique Butler comfy roller

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3906/14953880891_8f1a921de2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oMqxNB)

Oooh, lovely :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 20 August, 2014, 11:06:55 pm
Quote from: slope on 20 August, 2014, 11:01:36 am
Somewhat decluttered Majestique Butler comfy roller

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3906/14953880891_8f1a921de2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oMqxNB)

 :thumbsup: As per
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 22 August, 2014, 12:25:03 pm
Thought I would share a pic of the Thorn I just built - mostly from parts donate from my old winter (Ribble).  I haven't ridden it yet......well, its raining today!!


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14811472077_26f326db7c_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 22 August, 2014, 12:42:58 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 22 August, 2014, 12:25:03 pm
Thought I would share a pic of the Thorn I just built - mostly from parts donate from my old winter (Ribble).  I haven't ridden it yet......well, its raining today!!


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14811472077_26f326db7c_c.jpg)

Looks great.

A combination of go faster components and go slower components.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 22 August, 2014, 12:54:31 pm
And the balance of fast and slow componentry will suit my riding style a treat....that is, fast heartbeat, rapid gasping for breath....but general slow forward momentum

And the chain is actually a bit tight. ...


Title: bumper
Post by: bumper on 22 August, 2014, 12:54:42 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 22 August, 2014, 12:25:03 pm
Thought I would share a pic of the Thorn I just built - mostly from parts donate from my old winter (Ribble).  I haven't ridden it yet......well, its raining today!!


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14811472077_26f326db7c_c.jpg)

Looks great :thumbsup:

That's one of the best looking Thorns I've seen, possibly because it hasn't got 3ft of spacers ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JerryS on 22 August, 2014, 07:41:30 pm
Well that didn't work  :-[

Any help for this luddite here ?

(http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o562/jsiddle1/Kaffenback/P1010852.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JerryS on 22 August, 2014, 07:47:27 pm
Managed to delete my first pathetic attempt at loading an image - hence my comment makes no sense :0.

I obviously need to chop the steerer down to a sensible height now that the bar position seems right. Took it for a 20 mile spin today for a shakedown and it seems okay, although I have a slightly stiff chain link which needs sorting. The rear also seemed to try and change cog all by itself occasionally - could this  be due to the stiff chain link, or do i have to fiddle more with the derailleur?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 24 August, 2014, 09:19:28 pm
This frame and forks (just post war?) are starting a new journey. Me new custodian  :)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5570/14834668069_818dcfdf0f_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oATxZ8)

1948 - 1953? Leach Marathon. Reynolds 531 throughout.

I LOVE my old thin steel tubed delights  :)






Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 25 August, 2014, 04:12:45 pm
Well after completing my Nottingham to Edinburgh on my Btwin Triban 3 (Jim Bowen), the long distance bug has got me well and truly hooked.

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Nottingham%20to%20Edinburgh/20140526_102622_zpsb33c220e.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Nottingham%20to%20Edinburgh/20140526_102622_zpsb33c220e.jpg.html)

On my return I took the decision to get the Spa Cycles Reynolds 725 steel Audax frame and forks and build it up ready for commuting / touring. I took the decision to fit with a SRAM Apex groupset, 50-34 Chainset and 11-32 Cassette, Tektro R737 long drop brakes, BTwin White aero handlebars, Deda Zero1 stem, Shimano RS11 wheelset & Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick (700x23) - (Got some Rubino Pro 700x28 to go on) & White leather saddle (from Amazon).

Very please with the build so far and can't wait to put some miles on it!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140807_184522_zps60bb58d7.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140807_184522_zps60bb58d7.jpg.html)
(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_151347_zps6b33c6e5.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_151347_zps6b33c6e5.jpg.html)
(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_153659_zps5a3412ae.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_153659_zps5a3412ae.jpg.html)
(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 25 August, 2014, 06:42:32 pm
Just wondered whether any of you cats might want to see how 'far out' the effects of a 140mm quill stem can be?

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/14844628600_f1763e38ee_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oBLAUq)

1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhéry' Accles & Pollock SAQ 'Kromo' tubeset

Now with upside down Porteur handlebars, brass bell and coloured beads on the gear cables - just cos  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PH on 25 August, 2014, 07:08:18 pm
Quote from: haydenw on 25 August, 2014, 04:12:45 pm

On my return I took the decision to get the Spa Cycles Reynolds 725 steel Audax frame and forks and build it up ready for commuting / touring. I took the decision to fit with a SRAM Apex groupset, 50-34 Chainset and 11-32 Cassette, Tektro R737 long drop brakes, BTwin White aero handlebars, Deda Zero1 stem, Shimano RS11 wheelset & Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick (700x23) - (Got some Rubino Pro 700x28 to go on) & White leather saddle (from Amazon).

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg.html)

Very nice, but why not full guards?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 25 August, 2014, 08:44:49 pm
Quote from: slope on 25 August, 2014, 06:42:32 pm
Just wondered whether any of you cats might want to see how 'far out' the effects of a 140mm quill stem can be?

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/14844628600_f1763e38ee_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oBLAUq)

1948 Percy Thornton Stallard 'Montlhéry' Accles & Pollock SAQ 'Kromo' tubeset

Now with upside down Porteur handlebars, brass bell and coloured beads on the gear cables - just cos  :-*

do you respray all these old frames, or do they just happen to be in very good condition , considering their , not inconsiderate , age?

Does look stunning by the way, I do believe you are a perfectionist. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 25 August, 2014, 09:00:45 pm
Quote from: PH on 25 August, 2014, 07:08:18 pm
Quote from: haydenw on 25 August, 2014, 04:12:45 pm

On my return I took the decision to get the Spa Cycles Reynolds 725 steel Audax frame and forks and build it up ready for commuting / touring. I took the decision to fit with a SRAM Apex groupset, 50-34 Chainset and 11-32 Cassette, Tektro R737 long drop brakes, BTwin White aero handlebars, Deda Zero1 stem, Shimano RS11 wheelset & Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick (700x23) - (Got some Rubino Pro 700x28 to go on) & White leather saddle (from Amazon).

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg.html)

Very nice, but why not full guards?

I had the race blades lying around so thought I'd try them first. Am looking at picking up the SKS chrome plastic 700 x20/28 ones.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 26 August, 2014, 08:52:56 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 25 August, 2014, 08:44:49 pm
Quote from: slope on 25 August, 2014, 06:42:32 pm


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/14844628600_f1763e38ee_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oBLAUq)





do you respray all these old frames, or do they just happen to be in very good condition , considering their , not inconsiderate , age?

Does look stunning by the way, I do believe you are a perfectionist. :)

Perfectionist most definitely not - burnt myself out many years ago with that kinda malarky ;)

The '48 Stallard looks to have been repainted sometime in its life, not particularly well. I don't like the blue seat tube band one damned bit, so when funds permit I will have it re-enamelled in the poly silver again (available in 1948!) possibly with a rich cream headtube and cream seat tube panel.

The 48-53? Leach Marathon has I assume its original paint. Mainly because it is so faded and well worn, plus I can't imagine anyone going to the lengths and extent of the detailed box lining on a refurb. I much prefer to keep old paint when possible :thumbsup: The Leach is a prime example. I don't think I could ever bring myself to 'rejuvenate' that gem.

The only bike I've had new paint on is the '92 Longstaff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 26 August, 2014, 03:30:26 pm
Slope, where did you find that 140mm quill stem?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 26 August, 2014, 04:39:52 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 26 August, 2014, 03:30:26 pm
Slope, where did you find that 140mm quill stem?

It's a 3TTT. I got it earlier this year from PlanetX. They don't list it anymore :'(.

They do have a 140mm black Cinelli 1A though - as if black could ever look good on any components other than tyres and Brooks saddles ;D

http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/STCI1AQRS/cinelli-1a-quill-road-stem

Here's a pic with it at its 80mm maximum above min insertion mark. It's vertically ovalised on the horizontal section, which is ever so slightly outre for those of us who don't know where nor when to stop faffing . . .

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/15043838895_e9a991a380_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oVnBbF)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 August, 2014, 05:24:08 pm
Ta.
Quote from: slope on 26 August, 2014, 04:39:52 pm
They do have a 140mm black Cinelli 1A though - as if black could ever look good on any components other than tyres and Brooks saddles ;D
And bar tape and saddle bags. Apart from that, though...  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 27 August, 2014, 10:56:07 pm
I posted some shots of this bike in its previous incarnation a couple of years ago. While I don't recall doing so, the link says the photos have been removed. So you'll just have to believe me when I say that it was a different colour and it had flat handlebars and some other quirks.

The story is that I just put some drops and working brakes on it. But there was a problem - I could not stop the gears from chattering. I set them up to within a micro-somethingth of perfection on the stand but, out on the road, they'd chatter and clatter, click and slip so much I thought I'd go mad.

Then one day I spotted the problem: the rear drive-side drop out was cracked. Almost impossible to see, but my guess is that under load it moved enough to throw the indexing out.

Well, if I was going to have the drop out replaced - which meant ruining the chroming on the stays and thus a respray - I might as well have a paint job of my choosing (and a second set of bottle bosses and the seat clamp needed tidying up and... well, you get the picture).

But the result is a joy. In truth, the bike doesn't quite fit me. I've had to take a slight liberty with the manufacturer's recommendation on stem height to get the fit right. But it is so lovely to ride (and look at) that I can live with that.

Here's my Mercian:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/029.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/029.jpg.html)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/032.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/032.jpg.html)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/031.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/031.jpg.html)

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/028.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/028.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 27 August, 2014, 10:59:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 24 August, 2014, 09:19:28 pm
This frame and forks (just post war?) are starting a new journey. Me new custodian  :)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5570/14834668069_818dcfdf0f_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oATxZ8)

1948 - 1953? Leach Marathon. Reynolds 531 throughout.

I LOVE my old thin steel tubed delights  :)

Look forward to seeing that one finished.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 28 August, 2014, 06:02:41 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 26 August, 2014, 03:30:26 pm
Slope, where did you find that 140mm quill stem?

Just found this

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-1-quill-bicycle-handlebar-stem-140mm-reach-Polished-alloy-Fixie-Racer-/251630119056?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item3a9652e890
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 August, 2014, 06:44:13 pm
That's a nice one!

(I was looking for a long, preferably shiny, quill stem a while ago - but needed 11/8" - in any case I ended up changing the bars instead  :-\)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 28 August, 2014, 07:19:58 pm
That's a lovely looking Mercian Paul; I love the classic colour scheme. Great job!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 28 August, 2014, 10:05:50 pm
Quote from: Paul on 27 August, 2014, 10:56:07 pm


Here's my Mercian:



(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/028.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/028.jpg.html)

Very very nice, the colour scheme is great and that lovely green is very eye catching  :thumbsup:

Is this the one that used to be purple, or was that a different bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 August, 2014, 10:16:37 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 28 August, 2014, 10:05:50 pm
Quote from: Paul on 27 August, 2014, 10:56:07 pm


Here's my Mercian:



(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/028.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/028.jpg.html)

Very very nice, the colour scheme is great and that lovely green is very eye catching  :thumbsup:

Is this the one that used to be purple, or was that a different bike?


A very lovely bike! with regards to the overextended stem, Nitto Technomic stems come in at 150mm long or 225mm long
 http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/nitto-technomic-ntc-150-quill-stem-1-inch-prod27443/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 30 August, 2014, 06:54:15 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 28 August, 2014, 10:05:50 pm
Very very nice, the colour scheme is great and that lovely green is very eye catching  :thumbsup:

Is this the one that used to be purple, or was that a different bike?
Thanks Aidan. I agonised over the colour for a long time. I spent more time than I'd care to admit on the Mercian frame builder page trying out different combinations, but I kept coming back to the green and white with gold lug lining.

The purple one was a different bike: a Claud Butler that was (ironically) a smidge to big for me, but which fitted an old friend of mine, so he has it now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 30 August, 2014, 07:03:51 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 28 August, 2014, 07:19:58 pm
That's a lovely looking Mercian Paul; I love the classic colour scheme. Great job!

It's even better in the flesh, but thanks.

Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 29 August, 2014, 10:16:37 pm
A very lovely bike! with regards to the overextended stem, Nitto Technomic stems come in at 150mm long or 225mm long
 http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/nitto-technomic-ntc-150-quill-stem-1-inch-prod27443/

And thank you too (and for the link). They're a bit pricey, and swapping is a faff, but the existing one - as well as being too short - is also a bit scruffy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 31 August, 2014, 12:05:34 pm
N+1  ::-)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/7e02cf80-bb9c-493e-b165-56b39be5a887_zps9359918a.jpg)

'92 Rory O'Brien. Butted 531 throughout, 8-speed Campagnolo, Handbuilt wheels

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Obrien1_zps91f00780.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Obrien5_zps5bc82f1e.jpg)

Bought from a club-mate, for £120.  ;)

I added the: Brooks B17, Carradice, Mudguards and...


...Leather YACF mudflaps.  :D

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/Obrienflaps_zps06b33a2c.jpg)




Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruth on 31 August, 2014, 12:12:32 pm
That first picture, with you in it, is really lovely  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 31 August, 2014, 12:15:54 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 31 August, 2014, 12:12:32 pm
That first picture, with you in it, is really lovely  :)

Thanks.  :-*

I just put it on the Members Photos thread toooo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 01 September, 2014, 09:08:57 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-4CAaDSDYfgg/VAQYBGJG8QI/AAAAAAAAEo0/fyidncSonGc/w855-h480-no/IMG_20140901_075345130.jpg)

My commuter fixer in Autumnal trim after riding in this morning.  48x19 and hard as nails.  I gave it a good fettle yesterday, including some lovely new wheels (Open Pro on Ambrosio high-flange) with 28c Marathon Plus tyres.  That's not made it any lighter, but for the half hour commute, I value reliability a little higher than speed and the Uxbridge Road isn't known for being free of glass, potholes and other hazards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 01 September, 2014, 09:12:17 am
The Very Lovely Valencia, setting off on a spot of Teeny Tiny Touring.

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10405580_10152599112716839_6546624126301502109_n.jpg?oh=0792d00520984e3976adbd968c69ec5a&oe=5473FCA0)

There were hills and beer and forumites.  And hills.  And canal tow-pathery.  And pushing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 September, 2014, 09:18:40 am
Quote from: Charlotte on 01 September, 2014, 09:08:57 am
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-4CAaDSDYfgg/VAQYBGJG8QI/AAAAAAAAEo0/fyidncSonGc/w855-h480-no/IMG_20140901_075345130.jpg)

My commuter fixer in Autumnal trim after riding in this morning.  48x19 and hard as nails.  I gave it a good fettle yesterday, including some lovely new wheels (Open Pro on Ambrosio high-flange) with 28c Marathon Plus tyres.  That's not made it any lighter, but for the half hour commute, I value reliability a little higher than speed and the Uxbridge Road isn't known for being free of glass, potholes and other hazards.

If I may make so bold . . . The Durano Plus is given the same p*nct*re resistant rating as the M+ and it's a damned sight lighter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Charlotte on 01 September, 2014, 10:15:59 am
Fair point, Mr Torslanda.  But the M+ I put on were almost brand new and had been kicking about in the SEEKRIT BUNKER for some time, awaiting their glory.  I've got Duranos on my audax bike and they're lovely so when these ones wear out*, I'll probably go over to Duranos on the commuter, too.


*Sometime around 2018, I expect, they're built like fekkin' tank tracks...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2014, 10:28:20 am
I like Durano + boots. Whilst we were in the Alps I was looking at the Contis that Tomsk and Huggy were using to good effect. I'm tempted to give them a try but I'm not sure I'm brave enough. The last thing I want is to realise my mistake at 3am somewhere in the Fens.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 September, 2014, 05:11:13 pm
1. Schwalbe don't make boots.

2. I wouldn't be brave enough to give Tomsk and Huggy a try either. Leave that to Reg!

3. To avoid mistakes in the Fens, avoid the Fens. Which is a good philosophy in any case.

;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2014, 05:37:57 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 September, 2014, 05:11:13 pm
1. Schwalbe don't make boots.

2. I wouldn't be brave enough to give Tomsk and Huggy a try either. Leave that to Reg!

3. To avoid mistakes in the Fens, avoid the Fens. Which is a good philosophy in any case.

;D

I'm trying to avoid the Fens, they keep drawing me back.  And I suspect this might continue into 2015 unless I can sort out my PBP qualifying a little more imaginatively! 

I have spent many a night with Huggy and Tomsk both in this country and French France.  Don't knock what you haven't tried  ;D  Or perhaps you have  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 September, 2014, 07:57:55 pm
Perhaps that's a story for another time...!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2014, 08:03:14 pm
Quote from: TimC on 01 September, 2014, 07:57:55 pm
Perhaps that's a story for another time...!

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 03 September, 2014, 09:59:17 am
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7367/12575075024_1c58c946b8_z.jpg)

 :thumbsup:  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 03 September, 2014, 10:18:45 am
Quote from: Paul on 27 August, 2014, 10:56:07 pm
But the result is a joy. In truth, the bike doesn't quite fit me. I've had to take a slight liberty with the manufacturer's recommendation on stem height to get the fit right. But it is so lovely to ride (and look at) that I can live with that.

Here's my Mercian:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/029.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/gaydisco/media/029.jpg.html)


It might not be the stem manufacturer's recommendation that's the issue.

The bottom of the stem needs to be beyond the threaded part of the steerer tube. This is what happened to my Mercian where the bottom of the stem was aligned with the last thread.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2013-06-26%2008.45.54_zpst8vyrweh.jpg)

ETA. I forgot - It looks a really nice bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 03 September, 2014, 10:49:11 am
Quote from: Vince on 03 September, 2014, 10:18:45 am
It might not be the stem manufacturer's recommendation that's the issue.

The bottom of the stem needs to be beyond the threaded part of the steerer tube. This is what happened to my Mercian where the bottom of the stem was aligned with the last thread.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/2013-06-26%2008.45.54_zpst8vyrweh.jpg)

That is useful info. Thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mad cyclist on 03 September, 2014, 11:02:31 pm
(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/2013-03-09-043_zps9d285d47.jpg) (http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/Iain_Jones/media/2013-03-09-043_zps9d285d47.jpg.html)
Dawes Galaxy

(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s483/Iain_Jones/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0136_zps22d5a2d5.jpg) (http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/Iain_Jones/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0136
_zps22d5a2d5.jpg.html)
Giant Roam 2 2014


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mad cyclist on 03 September, 2014, 11:22:26 pm
Quote from: nikki on 03 September, 2014, 09:59:17 am
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7367/12575075024_1c58c946b8_z.jpg)

 :thumbsup:  ;D
snap  :thumbsup: ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 16 September, 2014, 02:44:18 pm
My dry weather commuting bike. Frame has no name but it's Columbus Cromor tubing, and it's slightly too small for me. Most of the bike is 30 years old.
(http://i.imgbox.com/GSFsf6ja.jpg)

Parts are Campagnolo Record brake, hubs, seatpin, chainset.

80s 28 hole Mavic sprints; CX18, and GEL280 (actual weight 300g), NOS Clement and Vittoria tubs.
 
3ttt stem and ITM bars.

"Bernard Hinault" Turbo saddle, which I bought new in 1984.

Gear is 46x18.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 16 September, 2014, 05:27:29 pm
New wheels on the Italia!

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3837/15214562896_e2d4661978_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pbsBtW)New wheels, Mmm. (https://flic.kr/p/pbsBtW) by menthel (https://www.flickr.com/people/46800747@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 September, 2014, 06:36:53 pm
Quote from: hubner on 16 September, 2014, 02:44:18 pm
My dry weather commuting bike. Frame has no name but it's Columbus Cromor tubing, and it's slightly too small for me. Most of the bike is 30 years old.
(http://i.imgbox.com/GSFsf6ja.jpg)

Parts are Campagnolo Record brake, hubs, seatpin, chainset.

80s 28 hole Mavic sprints; CX18, and GEL280 (actual weight 300g), NOS Clement and Vittoria tubs.
 
3ttt stem and ITM bars.

"Bernard Hinault" Turbo saddle, which I bought new in 1984.

Gear is 46x18.

Seriously good  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 21 September, 2014, 08:32:40 pm
OK, so I do a bit of cycling, and some fettling, now and again... I'm  not hooked... I can stop any time I want to....

It's just that I don't want to...  ;D

Man cave clearout necessitated the fleet being lined up... in my defence, we are a 5 person household...  :facepalm:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0172_zpslovale1x.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 21 September, 2014, 09:50:53 pm
Finished the Ribble 525 today, really impressed with the quality for the price, all threads were clean and it built really easy.

Only did a short test ride to check all is ok but really pleased with it  :)

Will post a better picture asap.


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140921_181607_zps7c74db98.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 September, 2014, 09:55:50 pm
Yeah, decking needs weeding . . .

Marmite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 21 September, 2014, 10:37:04 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 21 September, 2014, 09:50:53 pm
Finished the Ribble 525 today, really impressed with the quality for the price, all threads were clean and it built really easy.

Only did a short test ride to check all is ok but really pleased with it  :)

Will post a better picture asap.


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140921_181607_zps7c74db98.jpg)

I'm now about to ping a link to your Thorn to my mate who wants a winter bike (although I don't think he'll want anything quite so nice or to pay that much)........I prefer the Thorn to the Ribble although it does look quite nice - be for sale in a few weeks anyway! :-)



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 08:09:02 am
Gene, am I right in thinking that the forks are the same as on Ribble's alloy winter / audax frame and therefore you struggle to get 25c and mudguards to fit?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 September, 2014, 09:03:29 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 08:09:02 am
Gene, am I right in thinking that the forks are the same as on Ribble's alloy winter / audax frame and therefore you struggle to get 25c and mudguards to fit?

SKS 'Raceblade Long' are your friends . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 09:07:26 am
*Shudders*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 September, 2014, 09:07:46 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 08:09:02 am
Gene, am I right in thinking that the forks are the same as on Ribble's alloy winter / audax frame and therefore you struggle to get 25c and mudguards to fit?

OD, I remember a few tests of this frameset when it came out saying that 23s and 'guards were comfortable, but 25s weren't. I think it may even say something similar on the Ribble site. But, of course, you don't have to use Ribble forks - Kinesis make carbon forks which will take 28s under 'guards. If the rear triangle has a bit more room than the Ribble forks, that could sort the issue.

Edit: looking at Gene's picture, the rear brake bridge looks tight too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 09:25:47 am
I thought as much which is a shame. On the other hand Ribble's carbon winter bike can easily take 25c tyres and 'guards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 22 September, 2014, 08:49:37 pm
Quote from: TimC on 22 September, 2014, 09:07:46 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 September, 2014, 08:09:02 am
Gene, am I right in thinking that the forks are the same as on Ribble's alloy winter / audax frame and therefore you struggle to get 25c and mudguards to fit?

OD, I remember a few tests of this frameset when it came out saying that 23s and 'guards were comfortable, but 25s weren't. I think it may even say something similar on the Ribble site. But, of course, you don't have to use Ribble forks - Kinesis make carbon forks which will take 28s under 'guards. If the rear triangle has a bit more room than the Ribble forks, that could sort the issue.

Edit: looking at Gene's picture, the rear brake bridge looks tight too.

It is very tight I am running 23c Duranos and it has little or no spare room, biggest issue is that it only runs standard drop brakes.

One other thing I have noticed today is that I do not think it is Reynolds 525 tubing throughout, the sticker says Reynolds 525 butted seat tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :o

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon:)

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 22 September, 2014, 09:20:51 pm
Lovely.  :thumbsup:

Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Chainstay clearance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:22:27 pm
Quote from: chris n on 22 September, 2014, 09:20:51 pm
Lovely.  :thumbsup:

Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Chainstay clearance?
A bit more prosaic than that - 26T was the biggest 58mm BCD ring I could (easily) get hold of.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 September, 2014, 10:03:26 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 21 September, 2014, 08:32:40 pm
OK, so I do a bit of cycling, and some fettling, now and again... I'm  not hooked... I can stop any time I want to....

It's just that I don't want to...  ;D

Man cave clearout necessitated the fleet being lined up... in my defence, we are a 5 person household...  :facepalm:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0172_zpslovale1x.jpg)
It's quite a menagerie, but I don't see a giraffe...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 23 September, 2014, 08:08:16 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 22 September, 2014, 10:03:26 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 21 September, 2014, 08:32:40 pm
OK, so I do a bit of cycling, and some fettling, now and again... I'm  not hooked... I can stop any time I want to....

It's just that I don't want to...  ;D

Man cave clearout necessitated the fleet being lined up... in my defence, we are a 5 person household...  :facepalm:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0172_zpslovale1x.jpg)
It's quite a menagerie, but I don't see a giraffe...

 ;D

the giraffe (unicycle) I built from an old BMX aged 17 (I had a local welder TIG it together) is currently in my mother's shed! and it's staying there - it flexes alarmingly when ridden....  and I'm no longer 17... (and the Bikerton's in the FiL's barn  :facepalm:)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 06:01:59 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :o

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon:)

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Looking at this isn't helping the n+1 itch :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 07:49:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 06:01:59 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :jurek:

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon: )

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Looking at this isn't helping the n+1 itch :P

This might help that itch?

(http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h82/Paul_Fulford/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg) (http://s62.photobucket.com/user/Paul_Fulford/media/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 07:53:58 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 07:49:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 06:01:59 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :jurek:

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon: )

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Looking at this isn't helping the n+1 itch :P

This might help that itch?

(http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h82/Paul_Fulford/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg) (http://s62.photobucket.com/user/Paul_Fulford/media/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg.html)

Don't take this the wrong waybut





Bastard ;)



I love your bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 23 September, 2014, 08:28:05 pm
Pity about all the excess metal in the transmission department, though  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 08:46:22 pm
Quote from: interzen on 23 September, 2014, 08:28:05 pm
Pity about all the excess metal in the transmission department, though  :P


Singlespeed wasn't working for me on the Pugsley especially if I had to stand so I decided to run the Puffin geared.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 08:47:24 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 07:53:58 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 07:49:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 06:01:59 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :jurek:

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon: )

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Looking at this isn't helping the n+1 itch :P

This might help that itch?

(http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h82/Paul_Fulford/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg) (http://s62.photobucket.com/user/Paul_Fulford/media/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg.html)

Don't take this the wrong waybut





Bastard ;)



I love your bike


;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Reg.T on 23 September, 2014, 09:34:04 pm
My latest (and also oldest) steed:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/EIzV7dGKd9VeRVPfkSR70-ZebJWWSuX0bzuL1cG_-Io=w293-h164-p-no)
 ;D

Used to be my dad's but I don't know much about it really - see thread in The Knowledge (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=85270.0) if you can enlighten me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 24 September, 2014, 09:07:57 pm
Quote from: PH on 25 August, 2014, 07:08:18 pm
Quote from: haydenw on 25 August, 2014, 04:12:45 pm

On my return I took the decision to get the Spa Cycles Reynolds 725 steel Audax frame and forks and build it up ready for commuting / touring. I took the decision to fit with a SRAM Apex groupset, 50-34 Chainset and 11-32 Cassette, Tektro R737 long drop brakes, BTwin White aero handlebars, Deda Zero1 stem, Shimano RS11 wheelset & Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick (700x23) - (Got some Rubino Pro 700x28 to go on) & White leather saddle (from Amazon).

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/Bike/20140825_153711_zps44f495ce.jpg.html)

Very nice, but why not full guards?

Very nice, but where's the marmite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 26 September, 2014, 02:20:53 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 08:47:24 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 07:53:58 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 23 September, 2014, 07:49:42 pm
Quote from: bumper on 23 September, 2014, 06:01:59 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 September, 2014, 09:10:21 pm
(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pugsley-ss.jpg)

Pugsley in singlespeed mode before I fitted the new pedals (Saint MX80s - God's own flattie) - I did consider fixed 'n fat until I actually priced up the cost of a new rear wheel. That ain't gonna happen any time soon  :jurek:

He's currently on loan to one of the lads at the LBS who's fat-curious, but I suspect I'll be logging a fair few miles once I'm out of plaster on the fairly sensible premise that 4" tyres at 20psi will be kinder to my wrist than 2.2s at 40psi (although I could fit a Big Fat Larry 4.8 on the front if I wanted to  :demon: )

26x15 before anyone asks and yes, there's a reason for it.

Looking at this isn't helping the n+1 itch :P

This might help that itch?

(http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h82/Paul_Fulford/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg) (http://s62.photobucket.com/user/Paul_Fulford/media/imagejpg1_zps36527d8a.jpg.html)

Don't take this the wrong waybut





Bastard ;)



I love your bike


;D

YEEEHHAAAAAAA!

I've been given the green light for a fatbike :thumbsup:

I can have it for xmas, if I slowly chip away she may crack before then ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 27 September, 2014, 09:00:33 am
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/clifftaylor/P1000776.jpg)

 :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 28 September, 2014, 10:12:49 am
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2943/15183887727_7b14cfafc2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p8KoPH)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3859/15366954501_34b3a12c34_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ppVEcp)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2950/15370116565_ec34a33d1b_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pqcSaK)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2948/15183620877_46901d201a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p8J2uR)

1948-53? Leach Mararthon

1st Edition - stainless steel mudguards to come and probably red cables  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Biff on 28 September, 2014, 11:56:33 am
Quote from: clifftaylor on 27 September, 2014, 09:00:33 am
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/clifftaylor/P1000776.jpg)

 :smug:

Not quite finished or a deliberate choice?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 28 September, 2014, 02:01:51 pm
Ah yes - decided to use LBS for the front mech, as a gesture of something or other. Bought it last Saturday, but discovered when I got home that the box said 34mm band, but what was inside was 31mm; went back to change it, but they didn't have anything suitable. "We'll get one in in, should be here by next Saturday"; went back yesterday, and it's still not in - should be in by next Saturday....This is why I usually use Wiggle.

I'm running 46/34 and 12-27, and as long as I choose my circuit carefully (rural Derbyshire), I can get away with the 46 only.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 28 September, 2014, 02:23:13 pm
Ah, I was wondering about the chainring not being a Shimano item - now I understand!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clifftaylor on 28 September, 2014, 02:45:17 pm
Tiagra compact cranks, TA outer, can't remember what the inner is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 28 September, 2014, 04:44:54 pm
Quote from: slope on 28 September, 2014, 10:12:49 am
1948-53? Leach Mararthon

1st Edition - stainless steel mudguards to come and probably red cables  :D

imo, cables are the nicest looking thing on this bike (and the pump) - leave them :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 September, 2014, 04:54:40 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 28 September, 2014, 04:44:54 pm
Quote from: slope on 28 September, 2014, 10:12:49 am
1948-53? Leach Mararthon

1st Edition - stainless steel mudguards to come and probably red cables  :D

imo, cables are the nicest looking thing on this bike (and the pump) - leave them :)

Indeed.
Not unlike Goodridge Aeroquip hoses.
Yummy!
ETA - They'd look the part on my Ti bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 28 September, 2014, 05:58:04 pm
My old underused Trek MTB converted to a SS town/work bike. (Waiting patiently for arrival of dynohub wheel from PB :-)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2947/15195179667_2e4a467cf0.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9Kgwk)P9286587 (https://flic.kr/p/p9Kgwk) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3922/15195092348_33b62f3a5e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9JPyQ)P9286586 (https://flic.kr/p/p9JPyQ) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2946/15195184157_83828103d1.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9KhRK)P9286584 (https://flic.kr/p/p9KhRK) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 28 September, 2014, 06:08:05 pm
Very nice.   It will be in the post tomorrow.  Promise.   8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 28 September, 2014, 06:10:30 pm
Is that a Girvin FlexStem on there? Been many a year since I last saw one of those.

Also, if you plan to head off-road you might want to diddle the chain tensioner so it pushes up rather than down - better chain wrap, y'see.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 28 September, 2014, 06:21:12 pm
No hurry PB, still coming home in daylight and have battery lights on just in case. Found an old BM headlamp with my spares - it was originally used with a bottle dynamo, will it be usable with a dynohub?

Interzen - it is indeed a flexstem :-) (how do you diddle the tensioner?)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 28 September, 2014, 08:19:57 pm
Ooops.  I'd been quite happy with my rather scruffy Lemond Tourmalet, but then someone was coming to the conclusion that he wasn't getting enough use out of this, and sold me the frameset.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/bmc1_zps9b283540.jpg) (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/PaulRide/media/bmc1_zps9b283540.jpg.html)
It's ugly (I seriously wondered about posting it in another thread) but it rides like a dream.  As I said to Jurek earlier today as he lugged a week's worth of wild rocket and gherkins along the street on the bars of his ever-shiny pompino), it doesn't get any easier, you just go faster!  It's not much lighter than the Lemond - there's about half a pound difference - but it just feels so good.
 Behold the red nipples, the carbon everything, the wonky bench and the blood-red flowers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 28 September, 2014, 08:35:48 pm
A current picture of the Thorn, it has had to go back to them this week to have the creaking bottom bracket and seatpost sorted but all sorted under the warranty, done a few changes when I put it back together.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140927_143812_zps7b8306d7.jpg)

A better picture of the Ribble as well.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140925_175443_zps0fd0c57f.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 04 October, 2014, 07:32:50 pm
my unfinished runabout bike, which i've put together with the parts i found lying around. needs front mech, cables and mudguards. wheels will obviously be replaced to something less attractive (mavic a319 or a719). brake calipers are unique in a way that they work with both 700c and 26" rims (with road and mtb levers correspondingly).

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ARsCVef6NJw/VDA3fewwQrI/AAAAAAAAD3s/3myI57bnn4A/s576/20141004_174805_cr.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-38SQaYBlTYU/VDA3ejFMgFI/AAAAAAAAD3k/EQps4Y69xiI/s576/20141004_174743_cr.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 October, 2014, 07:53:32 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 28 September, 2014, 08:35:48 pm
A current picture of the Thorn, it has had to go back to them this week to have the creaking bottom bracket and seatpost sorted but all sorted under the warranty, done a few changes when I put it back together.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140927_143812_zps7b8306d7.jpg)

A better picture of the Ribble as well.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20140925_175443_zps0fd0c57f.jpg)

How do they compare when ridden, set up  almost the same, so should be interesting answer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 04 October, 2014, 09:00:07 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 04 October, 2014, 07:53:32 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 28 September, 2014, 08:35:48 pm
A current picture of the Thorn, it has had to go back to them this week to have the creaking bottom bracket and seatpost sorted but all sorted under the warranty, done a few changes when I put it back together.
How do they compare when ridden, set up  almost the same, so should be interesting answer.

Thorn is leagues ahead in all respects yes it is a lot more money but well worth it, the Ribble feels racier plus the steering feels quicker which I am not keen on.

The biggest issue with the Ribble when you consider it is a winter frame is tyre clearance, you cannot run anything bigger than a 23 with mudguards, the standard brakes really limit it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 October, 2014, 10:40:20 am
It's first proper outing, love it!

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2943/15258615400_b7ffa46fbe_z.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/pfmoKS)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 14 October, 2014, 10:56:00 pm
Oops!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8060273047_21c6cf29d8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 14 October, 2014, 10:59:12 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 14 October, 2014, 10:56:00 pm
Oops!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8060273047_21c6cf29d8.jpg)

Oh my...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 14 October, 2014, 11:08:09 pm
Ooh, that paint job is gorgeous. More pics of the rest of it needed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 14 October, 2014, 11:14:55 pm
Quote from: bumper on 05 October, 2014, 10:40:20 am
It's first proper outing, love it!

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2943/15258615400_b7ffa46fbe_z.jpg) (http://flic.kr/p/pfmoKS)

That looks great! So want a fat bike.

In other news, I always suspected it was Tom H who dobbed me in to the coppers, and now I know for sure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 14 October, 2014, 11:15:51 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 14 October, 2014, 10:56:00 pm
Oops!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8060273047_21c6cf29d8.jpg)

Whatever that is, we definitely need to see more of it. Very Kleinesque paintwork.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 15 October, 2014, 09:01:06 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 14 October, 2014, 11:15:51 pm
Very Kleinesque paintwork.

Well spotted marcusjb!  It's a 2000 Klein Quantum, just the frameset at this stage.  I've wanted one of these for aeons.  This specimen was advertised by a fellow SE23 resident a couple of years ago, but she changed her mind.  Then on Sunday she changed her mind again, having at last found a Quantum in a size that fits her better, so by Monday evening this frameset was in my lair. 

I will build it up slowly and carefully and, somewhere along the line, I shall probably have to decide whether I need to keep the BMC SL01 frameset that I picked up cheap earlier this year.

Yes, more photos in due course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 October, 2014, 01:11:46 am
Is that 'flip' paint? (Think late 90s Rovers & Nissans) A colour that changes as you move and the reflections change angle. Or is it a paintjob with a green/purple fade?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 16 October, 2014, 08:10:42 am
The former - it mutates between blue, green and purple as it turns.

Son #2 doesn't like it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:16:34 am
It will be a stunner for sure. Love Klein paint jobs of that era. They were something special. Look forward to seeing the full build.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 16 October, 2014, 08:46:22 am
There is a guy that I know vaguely, that lives not 100 miles from me, that loves his Kleins (and his Paul Donohues, but that's another story).  He lurks mainly over on Retrobike.

I remember, back in my MTB racing days, lusting after the Kleins, purely for the paintwork.  Then again I also lusted after the Whyte PRS-1, the PACE square tubed MTBs and the proper Gary Fisher MTBs (not the Trek made ones).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:57:39 am
1990ish Klein Attitude was the bike that made it onto my bedroom wall.  And that was before their paintjobs got super awesome and fadey.

(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af51/f50davis/masi003.jpg)

Maybe one day, when I have the space, I'll have to buy one - though maybe meeting your childhood heroes isn't a good idea.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 16 October, 2014, 09:59:33 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:57:39 am
1990ish Klein Attitude was the bike that made it onto my bedroom wall.  And that was before their paintjobs got super awesome and fadey.

(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af51/f50davis/masi003.jpg)

Maybe one day, when I have the space, I'll have to buy one - though maybe meeting your childhood heroes isn't a good idea.....

That looks (to me) like a superb MTB in an dreadful "Halfords £99 Bike" scheme.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 October, 2014, 10:23:58 am
Exactly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 10:50:34 am
When put in context of the clothing of the era, it was a pretty understated paint job in reality (but, yes, it took until about 1992/3 before the Klein paint jobs got really good). 

(http://madelizabeth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/shell-suits.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 17 October, 2014, 12:39:50 am
Quote from: tiermat on 16 October, 2014, 08:46:22 am

I remember, back in my MTB racing days, lusting after the Kleins, purely for the paintwork.  Then again I also lusted after the Whyte PRS-1, the PACE square tubed MTBs and the proper Gary Fisher MTBs (not the Trek made ones).

Oi!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 17 October, 2014, 12:15:28 pm
Quote from: torslanda on 17 October, 2014, 12:39:50 am
Quote from: tiermat on 16 October, 2014, 08:46:22 am

I remember, back in my MTB racing days, lusting after the Kleins, purely for the paintwork.  Then again I also lusted after the Whyte PRS-1, the PACE square tubed MTBs and the proper Gary Fisher MTBs (not the Trek made ones).

Oi!
If it's any consolation, your (formerly mine) 229 pre-dates the Trek buyout.

Sad to say, the only standout thing about Gary Fisher these days is his moustache ...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 17 October, 2014, 02:01:53 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:57:39 am
1990ish Klein Attitude was the bike that made it onto my bedroom wall.  And that was before their paintjobs got super awesome and fadey.

(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af51/f50davis/masi003.jpg)

Maybe one day, when I have the space, I'll have to buy one - though maybe meeting your childhood heroes isn't a good idea.....

Rode a few at The Malverns MTB race thing in '92 or '93. Brutal things.
And if you lusted after a GT Zaskar with Manitous back in the day, again, brutal.

Old steel Konas and Oranges from back in the day on the other hand...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 17 October, 2014, 02:27:33 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 17 October, 2014, 02:01:53 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:57:39 am
1990ish Klein Attitude was the bike that made it onto my bedroom wall.  And that was before their paintjobs got super awesome and fadey.

(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af51/f50davis/masi003.jpg)

Maybe one day, when I have the space, I'll have to buy one - though maybe meeting your childhood heroes isn't a good idea.....

My pride and joy was a proper steel Marin.  Columbus steel, a gorgeous metallic green colour with clashing orange bits (forks mainly but other bits were orange (when I bought it).  Those were the days :)
Rode a few at The Malverns MTB race thing in '92 or '93. Brutal things.
And if you lusted after a GT Zaskar with Manitous back in the day, again, brutal.

Old steel Konas and Oranges from back in the day on the other hand...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 18 October, 2014, 09:12:57 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 14 October, 2014, 10:56:00 pm
Oops!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8060273047_21c6cf29d8.jpg)
Unless I'm mistaken, TVR sell that flip-flop paint in 'petrol' colours for ~£500.00/ ltr  :o
@PaulR:
 you appear to change bikes more often than I change socks.
Just sayin'.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 18 October, 2014, 09:25:42 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 18 October, 2014, 09:12:57 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 14 October, 2014, 10:56:00 pm
Oops!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8060273047_21c6cf29d8.jpg)
Unless I'm mistaken, TVR sell that flip-flop paint in 'petrol' colours for ~£500.00/ ltr  :o
@PaulR:
 you appear to change bikes more often than I change socks.
Just sayin'.....

That is so pretty.  My daughter's mountainbike was that colour when she was about ten.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 18 October, 2014, 09:33:16 pm
The last thing I saw with that paint was a fiesta - it was upside down in the middle of the road on Friday. Hope the bike does better as it's a pretty effect :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 18 October, 2014, 10:04:40 pm
Those Klein paintjobs are lovely - I've lusted after Quantums for sale from time to time as well. Most modern bikes are fairly uninspiring, paint-wise. Though Mercian do a very pretty purple/green flip/flop finish, too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 18 October, 2014, 10:25:10 pm
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3939/15381302720_d96076bf01_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/prccqu)IMG_2008a (https://flic.kr/p/prccqu) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5612/14946187304_a4f2c7914c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oLK7Ly)IMG_2011a (https://flic.kr/p/oLK7Ly) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3950/15380785358_a46901c4fe_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pr9xCs)IMG_2012a (https://flic.kr/p/pr9xCs) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

Upturned Mary bars fitted and hub dyno all connected and winter fettling done :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 19 October, 2014, 12:13:14 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 18 October, 2014, 09:12:57 pm
@PaulR:
 you appear to change bikes more often than I change socks.
Just sayin'.....

Well, it's a matter of spotting opportunities, making mistakes, learning a bit as I go along, losing money, winding up Mrs R...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 19 October, 2014, 12:32:52 pm
It's appeared in the fixed gallery, but here it is with my regular geared bike as well.

Tempo and Fratello to match each other (the Tempo does have a more aggressive position currently).

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3951/14951863463_4ab9be5fec_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 23 October, 2014, 07:10:32 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 16 October, 2014, 08:57:39 am
1990ish Klein Attitude was the bike that made it onto my bedroom wall.  And that was before their paintjobs got super awesome and fadey.

(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af51/f50davis/masi003.jpg)

Maybe one day, when I have the space, I'll have to buy one - though maybe meeting your childhood heroes isn't a good idea.....

Excuse me while I have a little moment  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 25 October, 2014, 08:59:08 am
Sunrise Galaxy
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GlS-XDua1bQ/VEtXkq8B0aI/AAAAAAAAJTE/SSBP_BjWOMg/s720/pa251157.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 October, 2014, 09:10:30 am
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 25 October, 2014, 09:52:36 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0209_zps405f28b9.jpg)

Apologies for the rubbish camera phone pic. Couldn't find the Marmite, so I improvised...  :)

New N+1 thanks to Cyclescheme. Lovely ride home from Oxford at dusk.
Currently showroom stock apart from the  Brooks C17 (fitted when I got home, not tried it yet) XL bottle cage, and some stainless bottle cage bolts.

Future plans: some on-one Mary bars, ESI grips, bottle cages (as yet undecided which ones), and some more stainless bolts... It's fab! Am very very pleased!  :thumbsup:  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 25 October, 2014, 09:54:14 pm
Bet it's been a long week ;D

Out on it tomorrow?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 25 October, 2014, 10:05:47 pm
A stupidly long week!

Sadly a ride tomorrow is unlikely. Tomorrow is a trip down to Sussex for a family lunch. My daughter's, my brother's, his wife's and my mother's birthday all within a week and a half! And then a report to work on when I get back home....  :(  But lunch and seeing family will be nice  :)

BTW, the fat bikes in the bike shop were loooooovely!  :facepalm:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 26 October, 2014, 05:59:44 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5607/15013484804_cafa7e7b7e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oSG2Yh)IMG_2095 (https://flic.kr/p/oSG2Yh) by windy_ (https://www.flickr.com/people/7348091@N04/), on Flickr

Bob spent the summer as a fixed, now back to gears and fitted a new stem and tyres today. Need to get some lights and a mudflap fitted and it'll be ready for winter training :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: matthew on 26 October, 2014, 06:27:05 pm
With the weather forecast as it is at the moment wouldn't it be better equipped with floats and a sail an outboard.  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BrianI on 28 October, 2014, 08:10:13 pm
My N+1 has arrived!

2014 Pinnacle Dolomite Two, in gloss black, size XL:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3947/15467019518_d891f63fcf.jpg)

Still in stock format, need to add mudguards, durano plussises and dyno front wheel from my tourer, and figure out how to mount the dynamo lamp since this bike has dual pivots.

Looking forward to a first ride at the weekend!

Yes, I know the cable for the fireplace is a bit slack.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 28 October, 2014, 09:51:04 pm
Ooh, that looks like my not-Tifosi's big brother! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
I have done a bit more building on the Klein, so maybe it's time for another photo.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein_zps7d34fdb2.jpg)
DA 7700 bits and fancy pants wheels scavenged off another bike (oops).  Needs a bit more tweaking, but seems pretty much what I need size-wise, and the paint is OK I suppose.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein2_zps581eb3b0.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 29 October, 2014, 08:36:17 pm
Nice bike.
Nice wheels.
Paint's a bit tarty, if you ask me :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 09:42:28 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 29 October, 2014, 08:36:17 pm
Nice bike.
Nice wheels.
Paint's a bit tarty, if you ask me :P

Correct on all counts!

But is it as tarty as this?
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/dream_zpse10c6c53.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 October, 2014, 09:47:50 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
I have done a bit more building on the Klein, so maybe it's time for another photo.

I think the colour in the first pic is nicer than that in the second pic, but I am quite colour-blind. I have purple leanings, apparently.

Which photo is more representative?

And what's it made from? I'd guess aluminium. I think it looks nicer at the front end than the back. The stays look bigger than they need to be, but I'm a steel fan.

I completely love the paint work and the KLEIN lettering. I'd probably buy the frame (everything else being equal - which it never is) just for that. I think the DA stuff works very well with it. Despite my campag preference, something about the frame seems to suit shimano.

But more than anything else (and I'm sorry if I've missed this elsewhere) how does it feel?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 October, 2014, 09:49:31 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 09:42:28 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 29 October, 2014, 08:36:17 pm
Nice bike.
Nice wheels.
Paint's a bit tarty, if you ask me :P

Correct on all counts!

But is it as tarty as this?
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/dream_zpse10c6c53.jpg)

Whoa - there's a real contender for the Gay Disco title!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 09:53:05 pm
Quote from: Paul on 29 October, 2014, 09:47:50 pm
I think the colour in the first pic is nicer than that in the second pic, but I am quite colour-blind. I have purple leanings, apparently.

Which photo is more representative?

And what's it made from? I'd guess aluminium. I think it looks nicer at the front end than the back. The stays look bigger than they need to be, but I'm a steel fan.

I completely love the paint work and the KLEIN lettering. I'd probably buy the frame (everything else being equal - which it never is) just for that. I think the DA stuff works very well with it. Despite my campag preference, something about the frame seems to suit shimano.

But more than anything else (and I'm sorry if I've missed this elsewhere) how does it feel?

I've not yet been out on it, so who knows?  It's an alloy frame with carbon fork, and as for the colours, well it changes depending on the angle, ranging from olive through rich green, navy blue through to purple.  The first photo is under a "cool daylight" bulb.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 29 October, 2014, 10:05:16 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
I have done a bit more building on the Klein, so maybe it's time for another photo.

(http://img.neoseeker.com/mgv/354466/466/41/schwing_display.png)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 30 October, 2014, 06:12:26 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
I have done a bit more building on the Klein, so maybe it's time for another photo.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein_zps7d34fdb2.jpg)
DA 7700 bits and fancy pants wheels scavenged off another bike (oops).  Needs a bit more tweaking, but seems pretty much what I need size-wise, and the paint is OK I suppose.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein2_zps581eb3b0.jpg)

 :o WANT! That's one of the nicest paintjobs, ever. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 31 October, 2014, 01:44:21 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein2_zps581eb3b0.jpg)

I'm sure I've seen TVR's wearing that paint :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 31 October, 2014, 02:10:26 pm
Me too, and several Nissans...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 31 October, 2014, 08:05:28 pm
My new Thorn Raven, almost ready. Bits carried over from my Raven Catalyst - the frame & forks of which are now surplus to requirements due to me preferring something that was a little more touring orientated. I can't ride it just yet, so the steerer tube has still to be cut, and the Tubus racks fitted. I may be biased, but I think that for all Thorn's crimes against velocopedic elegance, it has a certain functional 'rightness' about it :-)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5606/15641795176_5976686316_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pQdhKJ)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 01 November, 2014, 08:18:11 pm
Surly 1x1 (formerly interzen's) :D

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7510/15499488150_80dd6a3a6e_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pBCVQj)

Fixed, of course. Cables are due to be trimmed when I can get it down to the LBS and they aren't too busy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 November, 2014, 09:49:46 pm
Me likey . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 November, 2014, 11:29:29 am
I like, too.
Plus it's nice to know that it's gone to a good home.

(as a side note, I thought that the cables on Pugsley were comically long after I fitted the hydraulics, but that's got me well and truly beat ;) Also, it's nice to know that the 'fruitcakes who ride fixed off-road' community here has now probably doubled in size ... )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 November, 2014, 11:31:58 am
Looks good - quite neat, despite the cables, in a blackly shiny way.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 November, 2014, 11:42:35 am
In the interests of continuity, here's what replaced the 1x1 .. I'm sure I've posted this before, but what the hell:

(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/el-mar-fixed.jpg)

Salsa El Mariachi fixed in 'overnighter' mode (this was taken just before I went on a training ride in August - wrist breakage means that it's not doing an awful lot at the moment)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 02 November, 2014, 12:00:20 pm
Quote from: interzen on 02 November, 2014, 11:42:35 am
In the interests of continuity, here's what replaced the 1x1 .. I'm sure I've posted this before, but what the hell:

(http://36x17.org.uk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/el-mar-fixed.jpg)

Salsa El Mariachi fixed in 'overnighter' mode (this was taken just before I went on a training ride in August - wrist breakage means that it's not doing an awful lot at the moment)

Looks great but then I am a sucker for orange bikes.  How do you fix all the stuff to bars and does it move a lot?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 02 November, 2014, 12:04:58 pm
One of these: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Handle-Bar/Harness-handlebar-harness-sling- and one of these: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog?CategoryID=3&ProductID=11

Alternative products are available.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 03:39:38 pm
Quote from: fuzzy retd. on 31 October, 2014, 01:44:21 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 29 October, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/klein2_zps581eb3b0.jpg)

I'm sure I've seen TVR's wearing that paint :thumbsup:

Ahem! (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg1754714#msg1754714)  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 03:39:59 pm
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3954/15667777226_07ba8fd59c_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 02 November, 2014, 03:42:33 pm
I've just reported that as Spam. ;D

Nice Brommie though
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jane on 02 November, 2014, 04:06:02 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 03:39:59 pm
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3954/15667777226_07ba8fd59c_b.jpg)
You did it! I thought you were joking.  Still can't quite imagine you riding it for some reason. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 04:07:55 pm
^^You did the right thing in the circumstances, and the forum ought to collectively salute you.
Thank you.
I remain to be convinced that it is the bike for me.
I used it yesterday, in civvies, to go to the butcher and get some pork and leek sausages.
Which was nice.
While I queued for my bangers, a father explained to his ~5yo what the *clever* thing I was holding in my hand was..... and how handy it was in conjunction with travel by car or train.....
Then I did the supermarket-bike-in-the-trolley-so-no-need-for-a-lock thing. (That got a few I-didn't-know-Sainsburys-sold-these looks)
Which was also nice.
In the evening, I had to go to the wine merchant.
I put on the Sidis and took the fixer.
It was my preferred bike.

What do people to about the handgrips?
Was Andrew Ritchie out of the room and someone else specced those? :o
Not sure how much I like cycling in soft-soled shoes - the return on the energy-put-in investment is slim, compared to carbon soled shoes - but I guess the flip-side is I (think) I bought it for those occasions when I don't want to wear the carbon soled shoes.....

Yesterday, I was let down by the vendor of the above bike, in as much as he gave me a bum steer when he demonstrated how to fold and unfold.
The patrons of the cafe where I usually breakfast on a Saturday morning were treated to more than 10 but less than 15 minutes of folding fiasco, before I entered the cafe to a round of applause and Queen's I want to ride my bicycle playing on the sound system.
How I laughed.
I've since watched the video of How To Do It.
The b@$t@rd lied. On so many levels, I question whether he did it deliberately.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 02 November, 2014, 04:09:55 pm
If you really are dissatisfied I'll take it off your hands. ;)



I'm sure you'll enjoy it soon enough.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 04:19:34 pm
The voices in my head have already had the so-who-is-going-to-take-this-off-my-hands? conversation.
The list is not un-extensive.
But that is a little unfair to the bike.
I need to use it in the circumstances it was designed for, ie; pi$$ing off rail passengers during rush hour, that kind of thing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 03 November, 2014, 12:36:16 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 02 November, 2014, 04:07:55 pm
What do people to about the handgrips?

Ergon GP2s will fit an S-type without fouling the fold.  Think they work on an M-type too, but you need to cut them down or use the gripshift version.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 November, 2014, 12:50:00 pm
Thanks Kim.
Money heading CRC's way.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 November, 2014, 01:08:39 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0222_zps2bkxuntf.jpg)

As posted in the have you been out today thread.... Fortitude adventure now sporting on-one Mary bars, ESI grips, a crumpler camera case as a tool and tube bag, and MUD!  ;D

Loving the bars, grips and Brooks C17 saddle... and the bike is just fab off road. Really chuffed with it!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 03 November, 2014, 02:22:46 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 03 November, 2014, 01:08:39 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/DSC_0222_zps2bkxuntf.jpg)

As posted in the have you been out today thread.... Fortitude adventure now sporting on-one Mary bars, ESI grips, a crumpler camera case as a tool and tube bag, and MUD!  ;D

Loving the bars, grips and Brooks C17 saddle... and the bike is just fab off road. Really chuffed with it!   :thumbsup:

Glad you like it Mary bars are cool are they not
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 November, 2014, 02:44:03 pm
^ I'm so impressed with the Mary bars that I'm considering a set for the 'tip bike' commuter/ hack bike.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 03 November, 2014, 05:19:00 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 03 November, 2014, 02:44:03 pm
^ I'm so impressed with the Mary bars that I'm considering a set for the 'tip bike' commuter/ hack bike.
They're probably one of the best 'alt' bars out there - the only thing that comes close IMO is the Jones Loop bar, but then they're 6 times more expensive than a pair of Marys - I originally planned to put Loop bars on the El Mariachi but a couple of long jaunts on the Genesis convinced me that Mary bars were the way to go, thus saving myself over £100 in the process.

Once I got the position of the grips sorted out, I was able to do 80-90 mile off-road rides with little in the way of wrist discomfort, even on a fully rigid bike - double tape the curves and you've got yourself a new set of potential hand positions for free (handy for road/gravel as I have mentioned before)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 November, 2014, 08:21:58 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5597/15498181418_9bac8961a3_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pBweos)P1010137 (https://flic.kr/p/pBweos) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7508/15685156452_bdc43a2181_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pU3wxW)P1010136 (https://flic.kr/p/pU3wxW) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

During the summer, while I was off the road (and off work for a while) I kept myself out of mischief by building up this Gillott Continental. I noticed the frame on EBay; it was local to me and I thought that I would kick myself if it went unsold so I put in a minimum bid and won it. Most of the components came from EBay and bike jumbles although I bought the wheels and chainset from a well-known purveyor of vintage kit. The mudguards were fitted for cycling in company in the autumn; they can come off in the summer. It has taken a bit of settling down but is a nice bike for running round the lanes for a few hours on a sunny afternoon.

1950 Gillott Continental frame and forks
Airlite HF hubs (fixed/free), 5 speed Regina 14-24; 27” Alesa rims, 32/40 with 1 1/8” Michelin tyres.
Universal 51 calipers with GB Superhood levers
GB spear point stem with GB Olympic bars, Brampton headset
Stronglight Chainset with 52/46 Simplex chainwheels, BW/TDC bottom bracket
Lyotard 45 pedals. Ale clips and Christophe straps
Campagnolo GS ‘matchbox’ front derailleur, Campagnolo GS rear, Campagnolo levers
Reynolds 27.2mm ‘dome top’ alloy seat post, Brooks B17N saddle
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 November, 2014, 08:28:42 pm
What a pretty bike!  Good choice of kit, too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 04 November, 2014, 08:36:14 pm
That's great, Juan and I know you needed a distraction this summer.

Here's what Torslanda can do:-

First he finds a vintage bike on the net, which I buy to replace my stolen Scott.  I love it and can't bear to put it in for a respray for over a year.  Here is the almost original, which doesn't look as beaten up as it actually is:-

(http://www.zen177395.zen.co.uk/My Eroica bike at the Van of Delights.JPG)

And here it is after John has had it powder-coated and then re-built it:-

(http://www.zen177395.zen.co.uk/4 Nov 2014 018.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 November, 2014, 08:49:50 pm
Beautiful! That's a classic looking machine, very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 November, 2014, 08:59:06 pm
Thank you, both. Peter, it was a pleasure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 04 November, 2014, 09:04:48 pm
It is looking good - excellent choice of colour!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 07 November, 2014, 08:50:34 am
That is very nice indeed, only possibly made better by the addition of a traditional saddle bag.    ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si_Co on 07 November, 2014, 01:37:22 pm
It is truly beautiful  in the flesh, I couldn't stop admiring it last week. Far more aerodynamic than my bike as well torslanda  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: swiss hat on 09 November, 2014, 02:47:31 pm
Continuing on the touring bike theme. A few pics of my newly acquired George Longstaff. Born in 2004, Designer Select tubing and spec'd to high standard and obviously extremely well cared for by the original owner. It's completed a LeJoG and a few other shorter tours in UK. A piece of real cycle craftsmanship I think. Pretty much set up to suit me but still have to replace the bar tape.

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/Public/DSCF2444.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/Public/DSCF2444.jpg.html)

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/Public/DSCF2445.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/Public/DSCF2445.jpg.html)

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/Public/DSCF2449.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/Public/DSCF2449.jpg.html)

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/Public/DSCF2450.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/Public/DSCF2450.jpg.html)


Previous owner's name on top tube. No connection with the Transcontinental afaik but should be a good long distance tourer!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 09 November, 2014, 04:52:05 pm
Quote from: swiss hat on 09 November, 2014, 02:47:31 pm
Continuing on the touring bike theme. A few pics of my newly acquired George Longstaff. Born in 2004, Designer Select tubing and spec'd to high standard and obviously extremely well cared for by the original owner. It's completed a LeJoG and a few other shorter tours in UK. A piece of real cycle craftsmanship I think. Pretty much set up to suit me but still have to replace the bar tape.

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/DSCF2444.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/DSCF2444.jpg.html)

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/DSCF2453-1.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/DSCF2453-1.jpg.html)
 
(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/DSCF2449.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/DSCF2449.jpg.html)

(http://i633.photobucket.com/albums/uu52/motog/DSCF2450.jpg) (http://s633.photobucket.com/user/motog/media/DSCF2450.jpg.html)

Previous owner's name on top tube. No connection with the Transcontinental afaik but should be a good long distance tourer!

Probably one the nicest bikes I have seen, even on a par with Blodwyn I would say. Had this have come up for sale last year, I would  not have bought the BJ  ...Nuff said! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 09 November, 2014, 04:59:44 pm
Quote from: Juan Martín on 04 November, 2014, 08:21:58 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5597/15498181418_9bac8961a3_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pBweos)P1010137 (https://flic.kr/p/pBweos) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7508/15685156452_bdc43a2181_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pU3wxW)P1010136 (https://flic.kr/p/pU3wxW) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

During the summer, while I was off the road (and off work for a while) I kept myself out of mischief by building up this Gillott Continental. I noticed the frame on EBay; it was local to me and I thought that I would kick myself if it went unsold so I put in a minimum bid and won it. Most of the components came from EBay and bike jumbles although I bought the wheels and chainset from a well-known purveyor of vintage kit. The mudguards were fitted for cycling in company in the autumn; they can come off in the summer. It has taken a bit of settling down but is a nice bike for running round the lanes for a few hours on a sunny afternoon.

1950 Gillott Continental frame and forks
Airlite HF hubs (fixed/free), 5 speed Regina 14-24; 27” Alesa rims, 32/40 with 1 1/8” Michelin tyres.
Universal 51 calipers with GB Superhood levers
GB spear point stem with GB Olympic bars, Brampton headset
Stronglight Chainset with 52/46 Simplex chainwheels, BW/TDC bottom bracket
Lyotard 45 pedals. Ale clips and Christophe straps
Campagnolo GS ‘matchbox’ front derailleur, Campagnolo GS rear, Campagnolo levers
Reynolds 27.2mm ‘dome top’ alloy seat post, Brooks B17N saddle


Lovely. I'vbe just been given an A S Gillott by a friend. It belonged to his father, who was at one time the London-Brighton-London record holder and is currently sinnglespeed.

When the shed is built I'll start looking at it and decide what to do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 09 November, 2014, 11:18:23 pm
Just refurbished Sue's 2001 Orange Evo2. New Suntour Epicon 100mm forks and some cheap Avid Elixir 3 brakes from the 'bay. Special offer wheels from Superstar, including Pacenti CL25 rims and a Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow saddle for her comfort. Finished with a pair of slightly blingy Token gold lock on grips. First ride today. A gentle pootle, but looking good and the saddles gone up an inch already.

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/1000484.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2014/11/1000485.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
No, this wasn't inspired by Jurek, I've been waiting for it to all come together for a while longer:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4310.sized.jpg)

Orignally an S1R, with Kinetics XRF8W hub kit and Spa XD2 double crankset (in order to get the all-important 160mm crank length).  The extended Kinetics chain tensioner means the outer ring is usable for flatland/descending gears - if you don't mind stopping and getting your fingers oily with the upshift - but the big ring's main purpose is to stop the fold from rattling (achieved by the plastic trouser guard on the stock crankset) and to avoid Doing A Pippa in normal trousers (I'll wipe the outer ring clean after using it on a serious ride).  I figured it was marginally more useful to have a sprocket than a bash-ring.

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4306.sized.jpg)

I originally wanted an M-type, but after test-riding the S I decided it was infinitely superior[1] handling-wise.  I've stuck a Litepro bar extender on to achieve a bar height about halfway between the M and S type, while maintaining the S's slightly longer reach.  This also means that proper luggage doesn't foul the brakes/cables.  Ergon GP2 grips.  The fold still works (even with all the gadgetry on the bars), though the bar-end may may only clear the ground because of the rack and easy wheels (can measure if anyone cares).

Dynamo lighting, because it's just *better* (especially on a bike that's going to do a lot of sitting around and then be ready to go at short notice).  Shimano hub because the budget didn't stretch to the Schmidt, though I've replaced the Lyt B with a Cyo, because the Lyt has no standlight.  Moon Comet battery light on the saddle rails, because two is one and one is none.  The black Scotchlite is there as paint protection.  I couldn't achieve a decent finish with that large an area of helicopter tape.

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4327.sized.jpg)

I've bodged the hinge clamps with a compression spring and bit of plastic box so they're self-opening and auto-aligning.  I've no idea why Brompton haven't done something to improve them.  I'm also wondering why they haven't discovered seatposts with alignment marks on them.

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4305.sized.jpg)

Wellgo QRD pedals, so I can swap between SPDs and flats, and to avoid folding pedal on non-Brompton crank issues.


I'm still waiting on the correct size bottom bracket (chainline's a few mm off), and I think the brake cables could be a centimetre or so shorter (I've moved the levers inwards to make room for the shifter since I replaced the stock cables to compensate for the change in bar height).  And I'm not 100% convinced by the Brompton saddle, though it's a lot better than I expected it to be.

But yeah, I've got a  a) bendy bike that  b) goes up hills  and  c) is sufficently low geared to be used as a mobility aid[2] next time I b0rk my knee.

Many thanks to the various People On The Internet who unknowingly provided useful input to this project, including - but not limited to - Arellcat, rogerzilla and velovoice OTP.   :thumbsup:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4323.sized.jpg)

[1] The less said about the P-type the better.  I suppose it must fit *someone*.
[2] A large part of the reason for getting one, other than the usual trains and security stuff.  I don't see myself doing huge mileages on this (though I'll probably have to ride to Brighton at least once on principle), but having it available as an alternative to walking (in situations where a full-sized bike isn't really practical) should be extremely helpful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 November, 2014, 08:11:32 pm
Nice - and very Kim! Which is to say, personalised in a functionally geeky way!  :thumbsup:

But what is 'helicopter tape'?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 14 November, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
Good stuff Kim. Interesting build for sure!

I rode my brompton for the first time in two years recently. I had been thinking of selling it, but it just comes in handy from time to time. I paid very little for it (2007/8 on cycle scheme thing) compared to what they cost these days, so it will remain.

All the cool kids are getting them it seems.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 08:21:49 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 14 November, 2014, 08:11:32 pm
Nice - and very Kim! Which is to say, personalised in a functionally geeky way!  :thumbsup:

*nods*  Also, BLACK.


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But what is 'helicopter tape'?

"3M leading edge tape" or functional equivalent.  Originally designed as an easily replaceable protective layer for the business end of rotor blades (which presumably get sandblasted on takeoff/landing anywhere vaguely dusty), it's just the thing for protecting tactical bits of bike frame from bouncing chain, rubbing cables, or being clanked by foldy bits.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 08:31:44 pm
Quote from: marcusjb on 14 November, 2014, 08:15:21 pm
I rode my brompton for the first time in two years recently. I had been thinking of selling it, but it just comes in handy from time to time. I paid very little for it (2007/8 on cycle scheme thing) compared to what they cost these days, so it will remain.

That's what I'm thinking.  I probably won't use it very heavily, but it'll be good to have it available when I do need it.  Also, Bromptons are lovely.  And it's not like they take up a lot of space when not in use...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 November, 2014, 08:32:42 pm
Thanks.

<googles>
Crikey, it's expensive!
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Warning! Intended for appropriately trained professional/trade users only with awareness of hazard and safety procedures.
Just right for Kims then, and indeed adding to the bike's Kimness.  :)

http://www.3mdirect.co.uk/3m-helicopter-tape-15cm-x-91cm-roll-1.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 14 November, 2014, 08:37:57 pm
That's interesting Kim, and a nice build. Hmmm I'm sure I could hide one away under the bench in the garage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 November, 2014, 03:15:45 pm
a bike i'll be riding every now and then

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-zw3-nvNFgMM/VGdsXRf1C8I/AAAAAAAAEXw/1VRQHseQV9I/s640/20141018_140916.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_thf3ah7WdE/VGdsbQziVNI/AAAAAAAAEYU/W337f_lHHWM/s640/20141018_141242.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-z69bBC7R3zM/VGdscNM2oUI/AAAAAAAAEYc/tzqdcitMOAQ/s640/20141018_141320.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:38:45 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tappity-tappity-tappity-tap.....
I've bodged the hinge clamps with a compression spring and bit of plastic box so they're self-opening and auto-aligning. 
tappity-tap.....
Goes and looks in the drawer marked 'Springs. Compression. Miscellaneous' and wonders 'Why didn't I think of that?' :facepalm:

Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tap-tap.....
auto-aligning. 
.....tappity-tap
How achieved, please?
I should be ashamed, and go and figure it out for myself. But I am having an exceptionally relaxing afternoon....

Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tappity-tap.....
 I'm also wondering why they haven't discovered seatposts with alignment marks on them.
.....tappity-tap
Indeed! Mine is currently marked with a permanent all surface marker. Once I've established where I want my saddle to be, the seat post will get a double tap from my Moore & Wright automatic centre punch.
I seem to remember doing that to Pippa's Brompton when she got it.


Really, looking at what you've done, you've kind of finished the bits which Brompton should've done  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:39:56 pm
That looks very nice ZigZag.
Still a fan of Ksyriums, then?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 November, 2014, 04:15:33 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:39:56 pm
That looks very nice ZigZag.
Still a fan of Ksyriums, then?  ;)

thanks Jurek. i struggle to find a better value wheels thank ksyrium sl - there are plenty of wheels that are faster, lighter etc, but ksyriums do everything well, are reliable, easy to get the tyres on and with rim-friendly brake pads rims will last good few years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 04:30:50 pm
Aye.
There's a reason they're on three of my five bikes....  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 November, 2014, 06:22:37 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:38:45 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tappity-tappity-tappity-tap.....
I've bodged the hinge clamps with a compression spring and bit of plastic box so they're self-opening and auto-aligning. 
tappity-tap.....
Goes and looks in the drawer marked 'Springs. Compression. Miscellaneous' and wonders 'Why didn't I think of that?' :facepalm:

Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tap-tap.....
auto-aligning. 
.....tappity-tap
How achieved, please?

Inspired by something that came up by accident on google image search:

Compression spring.  9mm external diameter by 20mm or so in length:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4327.sized.jpg)

I don't have a photo of the bit of plastic to hand, but...

Bit of plastic box, not particularly critical what, but something reasonably thin that's not going to crack when bent and crushed.  Microwavable takeaway container or something would be a good bet.  I used one of these (http://proto-pic.co.uk/proto-pic-small-packing-box/), but purely because it was lying around doing nothing after I cannibalised the lid for a different project.

What you want is a L-section of the bottom edge of the box, with the 90 degree bend in it.  Length isn't critical, but a bit smaller than the Brompton hinge clamp.  Drill a 8mm hole right up against the corner.  Trim that face lengthwise as close as you dare to the hole.  This is the bit that sits inside the clamp.  The clamp screw should be a nice snug fit in the hole, and the plastic will act as a washer for the spring.  The protruding edge of the plastic will serve as a flexible extension to one side of the hinge clamp (the one against the bit of bike to which the clamp is screwed) - this stops the clamp rotating, and automagically guides it into correct alignment as it's tightened.

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4321.sized.jpg)

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4319.sized.jpg)

I expect the plastic is a wear item, but it seems to work.  Bonus points for colour-coordination.

Quote
Quote from: Kim on 14 November, 2014, 06:02:06 pm
tappity-tap.....
 I'm also wondering why they haven't discovered seatposts with alignment marks on them.
.....tappity-tap
Indeed! Mine is currently marked with a permanent all surface marker. Once I've established where I want my saddle to be, the seat post will get a double tap from my Moore & Wright automatic centre punch.
I seem to remember doing that to Pippa's Brompton when she got it.

Good thinking.  My saddle height is working at about a thumb's width down from full extension, which is good in that it's easy enough to get one of either the height or rotation correct, but I need to ride it more before making a permanent mark.


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Really, looking at what you've done, you've kind of finished the bits which Brompton should've done  :thumbsup:

Really not sure why they don't offer the XRF8(W) as an option.  The hub just slots in, chainrings aren't rocket science, and the only clever bit is an extended tensioner/idler (which would open up new gearing options with the standard hubs, too).  It's a good range of gears for pretty much anything except silly loaded touring.

The lack of short cranks options irks me on principle, given that folding bikes tend to be really good at fitting small people.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 15 November, 2014, 10:31:45 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 15 November, 2014, 03:15:45 pm
a bike i'll be riding every now and then

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-zw3-nvNFgMM/VGdsXRf1C8I/AAAAAAAAEXw/1VRQHseQV9I/s640/20141018_140916.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_thf3ah7WdE/VGdsbQziVNI/AAAAAAAAEYU/W337f_lHHWM/s640/20141018_141242.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-z69bBC7R3zM/VGdscNM2oUI/AAAAAAAAEYc/tzqdcitMOAQ/s640/20141018_141320.jpg)
Nice bike, but just as importantly - how come it's so dry in your woods?!?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 15 November, 2014, 10:46:07 pm
Nice bike zigzag - I look forward to seeing it at the start of many Audax rides in the future!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 November, 2014, 11:39:15 pm
not sure you'll see it on audaxes ridden by me marcusjb, my dad is currently riding it in sweden (it's his bad weather/winter trainer (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=77891.msg1733060#msg1733060)). but it's set up so that it fits both of us, with minor adjustments. it has lower gears (34x28) than his summer bike (39x23) so good for spinning up the hills, more robust tyres, mudguards and cheap(er) drivetrain.

the pics were taken in lithuania a month ago, the driest and warmest autumn ever!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 16 November, 2014, 05:35:07 am
Quote from: zigzag on 15 November, 2014, 04:15:33 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:39:56 pm
That looks very nice ZigZag.
Still a fan of Ksyriums, then?  ;)

thanks Jurek. i struggle to find a better value wheels thank ksyrium sl - there are plenty of wheels that are faster, lighter etc, but ksyriums do everything well, are reliable, easy to get the tyres on and with rim-friendly brake pads rims will last good few years.
Yes, I love them too. My 2009 Ksyrium Elites are pretty much as light as my twice-as-expensive Fulcrum Racing Zeros, ride better and feel better under braking. And look much better!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Dibdib on 16 November, 2014, 03:14:33 pm
All these bikes are far too clean  ;) I've just bought this home:

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23853117/YACF/20141116%20Giant%20XtC%20950.jpg)

It needs a bit of TLC, and a good scrub in the bath, but I got it for a price I couldn't resist. And it'll only get muddy again anyway  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 16 November, 2014, 03:28:13 pm
Some things beg for mud. Nice one, Dibdib.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 16 November, 2014, 03:53:04 pm
That looks fun dibdib  :thumbsup:

The ever growing Miss Moultonaught the junior's latest steed:

Retro-steel-tastic

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20141116_154106_zpsz9zyl4mu.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 17 November, 2014, 09:57:10 am
do I spy thumb shifters on it ?.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 17 November, 2014, 10:03:14 am
Surprisingly not! It's Suntour gearing with underbar trigger shifters. I'm a fan of Thumbies, but these are really nice to use - with the saddle up it fits me!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 17 November, 2014, 10:50:53 am
ah, I should have gone to specsavers  ::-) :).nice looking bike . I am sure miss moultonaught will get lots of good miles on it  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 23 November, 2014, 10:15:55 pm
Well I made the decision to get a winter bike to save the Thorn and Roubaix for nice weather use.

I was in Halfords when I spotted this reduced in the sale, really nice spec with Claris shifters etc, I have fitted mudguards plus a few other changes with parts I had spare.

It rides really well, will not be everyones cup of tea but will do me for the coming months.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20141123_152342_zpsc7436485.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 November, 2014, 10:20:55 pm
32 spokes, cantis and 'guard clearance would usually be my cup of tea, but not what I would expect from Halfords.

What rings?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 23 November, 2014, 10:25:03 pm
Quote from: Paul on 23 November, 2014, 10:20:55 pm
32 spokes, cantis and 'guard clearance would usually be my cup of tea, but not what I would expect from Halfords.

What rings?

Unmarked pro-wheel chainset but it looks like 34/50, will have to check, the cranks are a little long for me (172.5) so I may change it for the Tiagra I have spare.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 24 November, 2014, 09:55:58 am
That looks very tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MalRees on 29 November, 2014, 06:22:37 pm
This frame was built for me in 1987 and has just returned from being repaired at Woodrup Cycles. Its been generally fettled, with cable stops that will actually work, a new seat cluster as the old one was mashed, a new rear cantilever mount and various other little bits.

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e230/richard253/IMAG0217_zps21717260.jpg)

I've also had to replace the forks, as the old ones were flapping under braking. Very disconcerting. I really like the  inner fork lugs

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e230/richard253/IMAG0218_zps56b4fc8c.jpg)

Now my intention was just to retire this frame and stare at it. Now it's back though, its so nice that I feel compelled to build it back up again. Dark nights will be spent looking for shiny bits.......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 November, 2014, 07:40:04 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7485/15284975764_a9bc3d981a_b.jpg)

https://flic.kr/p/phFuLU

1948 Percy Stallard 'Montlhéry' frame and forks - bunged on all new modern kit - a dream ride  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 29 November, 2014, 08:11:55 pm
Beautiful
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 29 November, 2014, 09:19:44 pm
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8680/15881365976_cdf22f8e41_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Octave on 30 November, 2014, 10:02:40 am
(http://i1049.photobucket.com/albums/s388/andrew853/ParisandTweedBarley.jpg)

My Condor Paris recently adorned with a Harris tweed Barley, it's known as the "Sunshine Bike" 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 30 November, 2014, 10:18:23 am
That's lovely.

You need the matching flat cap and jacket now, and some plus fours.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MalRees on 30 November, 2014, 11:49:11 am
Oooo. Nice. A Paris is on my bucket list. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 30 November, 2014, 01:44:34 pm
lovely stuff above - now to lower the tone to a more pragmatic level....

May I introduce you to: FrankenErn

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20141130_114954_zpsjamwta9n.jpg)

Bought as an  1980's(?) unidentified e-stay  from a chap in the next village for £20. Was his son's and had been left in his garage when son emigrated 10 years previously.

The e-stray are a pair of fork blades. The tubing appears to be butted  if my 'ping' testing is to be believed.
Wheel base as long as the QE2  and angles to suit.

set up as  1 x7 with a Deore external bb chainset/bb donated by my LBS.  :thumbsup:
pimpy velosolo chainring to match the brake levers  ;D
mks pedals
rear brake Suntour SE canti  bought rom Polar Bar for 60p at long itch, and front brake is a tektro donated by PB  :thumbsup:
DX brake levers and Easton bars from Mr bunbury at a more than fair price!  :thumbsup:
pimpy red canti hangers from ebay
SQR block and  SKS guards from the bits box

Inspired by Slope  ;D the tiller stem is an old 531 mtb stem I had in the bits box.

grips and saddle  from the recently bought geneisis fortitude
cables and seat post ebay bargains
vittoria tyes on sale from on-one.

FrankenErn will be left at the London station I commute into.

to get to the station - at home end of the journey - I'll be using FrankenBert

F'Bert was built up about 2 years ago.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20141130_114742_zps2ztslqgx.jpg)

Bought from the local tip (when they used to ell you bikes)  initally just to get the Deore thumbies -  for £10, I realised it was to good to waste...

Sachs new success hubbed and ambrosio rimmed wheels for £1.50 also from the tip.
3 x 6 gears
stove enameled by a local firm
Vittoria tyres on sale from on-one
other bits from the bits box including a Terry saddle and SQR block
Shimano cantis with XTR cartridge brake pads!
SKS guards
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: stumpym4 on 01 December, 2014, 10:09:17 pm
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy195/stumpym4/Bike%20packing/DSC03135_zps7837628f.jpg) (http://s791.photobucket.com/user/stumpym4/media/Bike%20packing/DSC03135_zps7837628f.jpg.html)
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy195/stumpym4/Long%20Mynd%20Aug%2031st%202009/Bike%20pics/P5010082-2.jpg) (http://s791.photobucket.com/user/stumpym4/media/Long%20Mynd%20Aug%2031st%202009/Bike%20pics/P5010082-2.jpg.html)
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy195/stumpym4/DSC02119_zpsbb298aec.jpg) (http://s791.photobucket.com/user/stumpym4/media/DSC02119_zpsbb298aec.jpg.html)
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy195/stumpym4/IMG_20141029_111044_zpse5e8af11.jpg) (http://s791.photobucket.com/user/stumpym4/media/IMG_20141029_111044_zpse5e8af11.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 08 December, 2014, 03:12:28 pm
Was working from home today and was dragged outside by the lure of sunshine and mud... had a fantastic 20 miles of farm tracks & crappy tarmac - exactly what the bike is designed for and I'm still grinning 20 minutes and a cup of tea later!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1255_zpsb1e0d0ae.jpg)

even with one of these, about half a mile downhill after the first photo:  (3 thorns in the tyre, cant blame the bike...)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_1258_zps63646567.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 08 December, 2014, 08:03:47 pm
^ with the green of the rear triangle blending quite well with the grass, I thought the bottom photo was some kind of catastrophic frame failure!  Glad not!


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 10 December, 2014, 11:39:22 am
Quote from: Jurek on 15 November, 2014, 03:38:45 pm
Mine is currently marked with a permanent all surface marker. Once I've established where I want my saddle to be, the seat post will get a double tap from my Moore & Wright automatic centre punch.

I seem to remember doing that to Pippa's Brompton when she got it.

  :thumbsup:

Note to self: Don't skim read posts.

I completely misinterpreted that . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 12 December, 2014, 06:13:15 pm
having wondered what make of bikes FrankenErn and Burt are:  they've been ID'd as an old Carrera and a Ridgeback respectively, thanks to the good geeks people of Retrobike...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20141130_114954_zpsjamwta9n.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20141130_114742_zps2ztslqgx.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 25 December, 2014, 12:54:03 pm
My wet weather commuting bike.

Campagnolo Super/Nuovo Record parts.

42 ring, 14-24 Regina 5-speed block.

Tyres are Pasela Tourguard 700x25.

Mavic MA2 rims.

Turbo saddle, 3T bars and stem.

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo9/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/2_zpsf68383bb.jpg) (http://s356.photobucket.com/user/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/media/2_zpsf68383bb.jpg.html)

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo9/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/4_zps35e2d776.jpg) (http://s356.photobucket.com/user/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/media/4_zps35e2d776.jpg.html)

(http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo9/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/3_zps9245e32a.jpg) (http://s356.photobucket.com/user/qwertyuiopmqwertyuiopm/media/3_zps9245e32a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 25 December, 2014, 06:24:32 pm
few updates to my audax bike, including new gears, tri-bars and a mahoosive cateye rear light

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-2ORNh4iConQ/VJxUfPD9hgI/AAAAAAAAEdI/IGmALvrabrU/s640/20141225_153859%255B2%255D_cr.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ZRYOovc6nes/VJxUe3JxIbI/AAAAAAAAEdE/APzT1Xns5Cc/s640/20141225_162432%255B1%255D.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 30 December, 2014, 09:48:28 pm
Well with little or no luck in selling the Genesis, I made the decision to build it and see if I get it to fit and ride all ok, finished it today and have done a short (25mile) test ride, so far so good, it rides really nice.

Top tip has to be do not bother with Avid BB5's even after many attempts I could not get them to feel right, switched to BB7's and so much easier to fit and adjust plus they feel so much better.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/20141230_103502_zps52a18114.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 December, 2014, 10:33:54 pm
That looks fabulous!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 30 December, 2014, 10:41:50 pm
Taste can be a funny thing, I think that looks hideous*!

*Purely my opinion of the bike, it's not a comment on how good or bad the bike is or any anything about its owner!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:15 pm
Quote from: hubner on 25 December, 2014, 12:54:03 pm
My wet weather commuting bike.
...

So what does your Sunday best look like?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:37 pm
Hideous ?
What is it about it that you don't like ?
Not that much there to get worked up about. A bit too labelly (autocorrect changed this to labially !) ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 31 December, 2014, 02:02:26 pm
Quote from: Paul on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:15 pm
Quote from: hubner on 25 December, 2014, 12:54:03 pm
My wet weather commuting bike.
...

So what does your Sunday best look like?

I don't have a Sunday best as such. I only ride for transport, ie getting from A to B but I do have another basically the same bike, SLX frame with Super/Nuovo Record parts, that I've hardly ridden and is in better cosmetic condition.

Quote from: sg37409 on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:37 pm
Hideous ?
What is it about it that you don't like ?
Not that much there to get worked up about. A bit too labelly (autocorrect changed this to labially !) ?

Brake levers, bars, stem, pointing upwards.
Sloping top tube.
Saddle too far out of seat tube.
Rim labels, of course.
All black tyres.
Brake levers higher than the bars.

Which are all basically the modern bike set up!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 31 December, 2014, 02:58:24 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:37 pm
Hideous ?
What is it about it that you don't like ?
Not that much there to get worked up about. A bit too labelly (autocorrect changed this to labially !) ?

Those rims.  Ewwwww!  I suppose the labels turn into a white blur when one is moving, but a Gentleman's rims should have a small silver label on them, opposite the valve hole to help keep things balanced ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 31 December, 2014, 03:07:22 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 30 December, 2014, 10:54:37 pm
Hideous ?
What is it about it that you don't like ?
Not that much there to get worked up about. A bit too labelly (autocorrect changed this to labially !) ?

Brake levers, bars, stem, pointing upwards.
Sloping top tube.
Saddle too far out of seat tube.
Rim labels, of course.
All black tyres.
Brake levers higher than the bars.

Which are all basically the modern bike set up!
[/quote]

Yeah, apart from the all-back tyres which I thought are a bit retro, I'm not keen on any of these aspects either, but this bike seems a fairly mild example of any of these, and the black frame is quite nice.

Even Open-pro rims come with more than a small silver sticker these days.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 31 December, 2014, 03:26:21 pm
I'm not keen on those rims with that frame, either (I don't mind rims with decals on, but they just look a bit out of place on a nice steel bike). And the saddle and bar tape don't match. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 31 December, 2014, 03:37:34 pm
Deary me!  I think its a smashing bike Gene, glad it's working for you.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 31 December, 2014, 04:01:17 pm
perfectly decent bike build, i like that mudguard stays are trimmed to the correct length, shifters point ever so slightly up which improves comfort, the proportions are correct and the bike is highly practical and functional (i wish i could say this about many other bikes on this thread). well done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: J.Y.Kelly on 31 December, 2014, 04:36:51 pm
It's all a matter of taste.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: velosam on 31 December, 2014, 04:46:50 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 31 December, 2014, 03:37:34 pm
Deary me!  I think its a smashing bike Gene, glad it's working for you.  :thumbsup:

+1 I think it looks great and there is a nice flat section to the hoods. Wish I could build that neatly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 31 December, 2014, 04:56:51 pm
If you don't want it now it's been knocked down by the judging panel Wayne, I'll have it ;D

After the rims have been de-stickered and a black saddle has been fitted :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 31 December, 2014, 07:26:08 pm
Thanks all for the abuse  :)

The reason for the brown saddle is that I wanted to try the Charge Knife for a change but the only one I could find was brown on ebay, did want to pay top price as it might be that I do not like it.

Yes in time I will de-sticker the rims plus I have matching bar tape on order but it is all a question of time, I just wanted to get it built.

Some better pictures from today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Genesis1_zps56611181.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Genesis2_zpsc9589d11.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 31 December, 2014, 07:38:50 pm
There's a licorice allsort that looks like that - I like licorice allsorts!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 01 January, 2015, 02:25:20 am
Something I strive for when building is to achieve a flat transition from bars to hoods. Anyone who has ever been out on a bike in my company knows that I struggle ALL THE TIME for hand comfort often losing the feeling in both hands in as little as a couple of miles.

For all the trads who are knocking the setup, it's modern. That's the point. There are blokes around here - admittedly getting fewer year on year - I see regularly who can barely raise their heads to see where they're going. Riding 21" steel frames with the saddle about 7 feet above the bars and the brake levers as far forward as they'll go so they have to ride the hooks to reach the brakes. Looking like PBP or RAAM riders who got lost after about 3 days.

Peter knows what I mean . . .

Wayne. It's YOUR bike. I'm ever so glad you took it off sale and built it. It's a beautiful, modern, steel bicycle and there aren't that many around.


ETA Note to self: Don't post when you're pissed . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 01 January, 2015, 07:55:56 am
Quote from: torslanda on 01 January, 2015, 02:25:20 am
Riding 21" steel frames with the seat about 7 feet above the saddle

I can see that this would look rather peculiar ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 01 January, 2015, 10:55:27 am
Quote from: torslanda on 01 January, 2015, 02:25:20 am
Wayne. It's YOUR bike. I'm ever so glad you took it off sale and built it. It's a beautiful, modern, steel bicycle and there aren't that many around.

Thanks John  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 01 January, 2015, 11:24:58 am
I guess that once you no longer need the sides of the rim for stopping, the temptation to use them as a bill board can't be over-ridden. Aside from that I can't see any thing IO don't like about the bike.

I'm guessing from the location of the rear calliper, its a 2012 model. Much nicer forks than the 2013 CdF.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 01 January, 2015, 11:38:52 am
I like it too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 01 January, 2015, 11:59:05 am
Me three.

I think it will look better with the brown bar tape (I've found the Deda Leatherette stuff a pretty good match to my Brown Spoon), and personally I'd have different bottle cages (personal preference rather than anything useful), but I think that looks nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bloomers100 on 01 January, 2015, 02:41:44 pm
I like it, it's a one stop shop - you could do anything on that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 01 January, 2015, 03:46:39 pm
Gene, that bike looks great to me - even the wheel stickers (I'm a sucker for Mavic's labelling). I think a black saddle would look better than brown bar tape, but hey. I hope it's as good to ride as it looks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 01 January, 2015, 07:41:57 pm
Spot the difference  ;D

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/genesis4_zps832d3891.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 01 January, 2015, 07:42:47 pm
And all was well....  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 01 January, 2015, 07:49:56 pm
Quote from: gene hunt on 01 January, 2015, 07:41:57 pm
Spot the difference  ;D

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/genesis4_zps832d3891.jpg)

 :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 01 January, 2015, 08:45:16 pm
Ooh, I like that.  How does she ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 01 January, 2015, 11:58:27 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 01 January, 2015, 08:45:16 pm
Ooh, I like that.  How does she ride?

Very nice, really pleased with it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2015, 12:48:21 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/jess/100_0429.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/jess/100_0429.jpg.html)


some of you may remember ''Jess''

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/jess/100_1151_zpsa85f2310.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/jess/100_1151_zpsa85f2310.jpg.html)

that succumbed to this,


(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1267_zpsd9f99777.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1267_zpsd9f99777.jpg.html)

and was partially  re-incarnated into Blodwyn, but unfortunately ''Blodwyn'' is a bit of a tart, and doesn't like getting too dirty this time of year, so.............................

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/jess/WP_20150101_10_46_30_Pro_zps1cfbeb72.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/jess/WP_20150101_10_46_30_Pro_zps1cfbeb72.jpg.html)


new bottom bracket shell grafted in, and a rattle can job over, with some Cinelli bar tape to spruce it up a bit. Sorry its wet and covered in crud.

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/jess/WP_20150102_10_28_07_Pro_zpsd6a1beb5.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/jess/WP_20150102_10_28_07_Pro_zpsd6a1beb5.jpg.html)

Et Voila! one winter hack named ''Jess'', complete with new 20mm shorter stem, although now both bikes are set up identical, to within +/- 2mm, but Jess has a loooong tt wihich is prob why I was never really comfy on it, but now, its the same as Blodwyn, so therefore comfy. Incedentally now the new BB shell has been brazed in ''heavy duty stylee'' the frame is much stiffer.

Cost of repair...... £110 including the masked off rattle can finish ( not that special close up btw, but was more or less a favour) . Jess was re assembled with original wheels (12 years old), mudguards, rings and block off Blodders, (which has just had new rings and block and chain)and s/h cheap bits to match, so both bikes have same gears, saddles, bars, tyres, all on a tightarse budget. many thanks to those who supplied bits.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 04 January, 2015, 08:01:00 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 02 January, 2015, 12:48:21 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/100_1267_zpsd9f99777.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/100_1267_zpsd9f99777.jpg.html)

are those cantis old pull or new pull? actually, do they make cantis in "new pull"?..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 January, 2015, 10:04:47 pm
tektro cr720's  whatever 'pull' that is.  ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 06 January, 2015, 05:55:20 pm
the reason i asked because i use trp levers on my bike with old/short* pull calipers on one of my bikes and the brakes are not very effective (noticeable difference from my other bike which uses matching pair of levers/calipers) - in similar way if you'd used mtb v-brake levers on older road bike calipers.

*old pull refers to "slr", new pull to "super-slr" which has almost the same as v-brake pull
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 18 January, 2015, 02:48:51 pm
My trusty winter bike for several years, the much-missed Pinarello Sestriere, succumbed to internal rust in August, and there was only one real candidate for a replacement:

(http://i.imgur.com/eg8s6gr.jpg)

Much like the Sestriere, it's a version of a road frame they make with extra clearance (57mm drop brakes) and mudguard eyelets. No mention of it on the website and not very many made. Ordered in September and some stock finally arrived at the UK distributor the week before Christmas, and my friendly local De Rosa dealer grabbed one. By the end of the day, all the stock had gone. First aluminium bike I've had, and it certainly isn't as harsh as I was expecting (but then this isn't a £150 Chinese frame...) I did wonder about the wisdom of a white winter bike, but full SKS guards help keep things clean.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 25 January, 2015, 08:14:47 am
The newly refurbed/morphed Winter shopper. 1990 Raleigh Blueridge 531 All Terrain tubeset, acquired for free/karma from a very nice chap on www.retrobike.co.uk  :smug:

Built a new pair of all black dyno wheels, new Gilles Berthoud mudguards and a new rear rack. Old skool early 90s Campag Centaur gears and chainset/BB (apart from Shimano hub and cassette). Fortunately the original canti bosses are at 80mm V brake compatible centres, so have excellent, easy to set up and maintain V brake stoppage.

Upside down North Road handlebars on a long 130mm horrible looking 3TTT stem - so that will get replaced with a 130mm Nitto shortly.

Not sure about the black wheels - have ordered a silver SP PV8 dyno hub to build a new sparkly pair - will then decide  ::-) Pump will get moved. Have some clear 'helicopter' tape to replace the temporary cable tied dyno wiring.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157648805712932/

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7332/16168305578_9cdff20c22_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qCJMXh)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: +paul on 25 January, 2015, 08:52:45 am
In 1987, I bought a 531 Professional frame made by "MB Dronfield" from a bike shop in Sheffield. I built it up from a collection of parts bought here and there:

Quite a mix, but I was working on the principle it was worth paying the money for the frame, as the components could be updated later. Sadly in 1993, I decided to sell it (N+1 problem).
A few weeks ago I was in John's bike shop, and decided to see if the buyer would be interested in selling it. When I contacted him, he said I could have it, so the same day my son went to his house and recovered it from his guinea pig shed. Although not ridden, the environment in the shed was clearly very dry, so there hasn't been much deterioration. I had some trouble getting the seat post out, and have yet to tackle the headset and bottom bracket due to lack of the proper tools (which had rotted away in my cellar). I will clean and lubricate and rebuild it in it's current form, then probably at the end of the summer strip it and get the frame repainted (I'll be going back to John's bike shop!). I will probably swap out the rear derailleur for the 105 model from the same period. I have bought some new MA40 rims on eBay, as the front wheel has a big buckle in it following an argument with a drain, and the rear has a hole corroded out on the brake surface.

Here is the frame in its current form:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7440/16331558346_b0a9bbc944_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qTavjb)IMG_1269 (https://flic.kr/p/qTavjb) by +paul (https://www.flickr.com/people/10109386@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 25 January, 2015, 11:20:11 am
Quote from: slope on 25 January, 2015, 08:14:47 am
The newly refurbed/morphed Winter shopper. 1990 Raleigh Blueridge 531 All Terrain tubeset, acquired for free/karma from a very nice chap on www.retrobike.co.uk  :smug:

Built a new pair of all black dyno wheels, new Gilles Berthoud mudguards and a new rear rack. Old skool early 90s Campag Centaur gears and chainset/BB (apart from Shimano hub and cassette). Fortunately the original canti bosses are at 80mm V brake compatible centres, so have excellent, easy to set up and maintain V brake stoppage.

Upside down North Road handlebars on a long 130mm horrible looking 3TTT stem - so that will get replaced with a 130mm Nitto shortly.

Not sure about the black wheels - have ordered a silver SP PV8 dyno hub to build a new sparkly pair - will then decide  ::-) Pump will get moved. Have some clear 'helicopter' tape to replace the temporary cable tied dyno wiring.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157648805712932/

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7332/16168305578_9cdff20c22_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qCJMXh)

I looked at the flickr set hoping to learn what the cable-ties on the forks and down tube were about... ???

Nice bike, BTW. Where do you get the paint and decals done?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 25 January, 2015, 12:35:27 pm
Quote from: Wobbly John on 25 January, 2015, 11:20:11 am
Quote from: slope on 25 January, 2015, 08:14:47 am

https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157648805712932/

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7332/16168305578_9cdff20c22_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qCJMXh)

I looked at the flickr set hoping to learn what the cable-ties on the forks and down tube were about... ???

Nice bike, BTW. Where do you get the paint and decals done?

Thanks WJ. Cable ties are for dyno wiring. Have got some clear 'helicopter' tape which will replace them when I can be a**ed. Reynolds 531 decal from http://www.hlloydcycles.com/ I got some RALEIGH transfers for the downtube also, but think I'll leave them off. The powder coat 'aluminium' colour with clear top coat was done locally by Menai Powder Coatings for £70. Just tightened the loose old fashioned loose ball bottom bracket, moved the pump to the front of the seat tube, changed the naff looking 3TTT stem for a nice Nitto and swapped the North Road bends for another pair with more forward reach. Off out into the rain with all the wonderful protection of GB mudguards and the fantastic SKS rubber flaps  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 27 January, 2015, 12:22:25 pm
(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF5886_zps4xesu1w7.jpg)

Ladles and Jellyspoons, allow me to present n+1, the latest addition to the stable.  No name as yet so it'll have to be just 'the red'un' to go alongside the 'blue'un', my long serving and longsuffering British Eagle 653 trainer-cum-tourer.
The red'un began life as half an itch to be scratched for my 50th birthday.  The the other half was to tackle Mont Ventoux which was duly accomplished on the 1st August last year on a hired Trek Domaine. The long, slow 3h 50minutes it took me from Badoin were without doubt the hardest 21km of my cycling life, but done it was and a personal palmares added.

Back to the first half.  Mrs653 asked what I wanted for my birthday and the reply was 'permission to build n+1´. With said permision granted, the search was on for a frame around which to hang some ideas.  I wanted a handbuilt frame from a well known builder, the aspiration of all club riders back in my day – the early 1980's - but one that I never achieved at the time. Better late than never.  That meant it probably had to be 531.  I wanted clearances for moderately wide tyres, say 32mm, and a comfortable fork rake. I won a fleaBay auction for a Roberts semi-touring frame and got it shipped out here to Spain.
The two innovations on n+1 were to be a single 38 tooth chainring so no front mech, coupled with an 11-34 cassette, and steering by a moustache handlebar.  These two may be faddy concessions but I have a yen to try something new having ridden on drops for decades, mostly on the hoods.  I've never had sti's and I don't get on with flat bars but numbness in the fourth and little fingers on my left hand has been becoming a problem.  I need to try alternatives and the moustache offers possibilities.  A bar end shifter takes care of gear duties.  The spec is the usual mixed bag of new buys and parts bin raids. Sputnik rims on 36 spoke Sora hubs are probably overkill but were chosen for abusable strength and versatility as they'll do some double duty on the tandem.  I like Sora stuff, so as well as hubs, it's got a Sora rear mech. The GS medium cage is rated as up to a 32 tooth max cog, but Shimano are said to be conservative in their ratings so with a tweak of the B screw it copes just fine with the two extra teeth on the 9-speed cassette. Teamed with a 38 at the front gives a range from 93” down to 30” which should handle most situations. Old school MKS cage pedals with toe-clips and straps complete the drive chain.
Braking is entrusted to Miche Performance dual pivot sidepulls, but the 57mm drop turned out to be about 2mm not long enough on a frame built for 27” wheels. Sheldon Brown style drop-bolts were needed to get a clear rim/brake block interface, but at the price of sacrificing mudguard clearance. This may call for some subsequent modding to remedy.  Levers are DiaCompe non-aeros to simplify the cable routing and maximise efficiency.
Initial set-up was with a Brooks-alike Alpha-One saddle that's already seen service on the blue'un. It looks cool and suitably retro but in spite of lashings of neatsfoot oil and hundreds of kms, so far shows no sign of blending itself to my anatomy. It'd look good in the photo though, but has already been substituted for another from the parts bin.
My LBS, chock-full of carbon framed 29ers, supplied all the ancillaries and built the wheels.  So taken was he by this oddity that he's documented it for his Facebook pages.  He'd also never seen a 'third hand' brake ajusting tool for sidepulls, so took a picture of that too and asked his FB followers to guess what it is.  Parked outside said LBS the other day, it was most gratifying to hear a local on a full-susser comment 'Que guapa' i.e 'What a beaut!'.  What sayeth the forum taste and style committee?
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 27 January, 2015, 01:02:00 pm
(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF5732_zpsr4xvhkuk.jpg)

View of the cockpit. Decathlon mini-LED looks like ET is sat on the moustache bars.  Chainline turned out better than expected.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 27 January, 2015, 02:10:55 pm
Not 100% my kind of thing, phil, but if it works for you, then great!

It's lovely frame, though and I hope you have many happy miles together.

Out of interest in Spain are you, if you don't mind me asking?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 27 January, 2015, 02:25:57 pm
Jury's still out on the 'tache bars while I'm still getting used to the different riding position. I love the bar end shifter though.

We're in the wild and wooly West, in Extremadura. Draw a line from Madrid to Lisbon and where it crosses the border is where you'll find us.  See below for a 'busy' country road round our way...

(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF4739_zps2e31441a.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 27 January, 2015, 02:45:25 pm
 :thumbsup:

Lovely, lovely part of the world.

Wish I was over there, right now, riding my bike instead of writing documentation, fighting politics and other stuff...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 27 January, 2015, 03:55:45 pm
I think that's the reddest bike I've ever seen.

Lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 27 January, 2015, 04:17:28 pm
After I'd built it someone pointed out that the frame is in the colours of the Spanish flag.  But maybe all the added black bits of kit make it more Belgian.  The former's more appropriate here though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 02 February, 2015, 11:27:41 am
My "Inheritance" off my Uncle Pete.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-z7AII1QTFmc/VM9Z1ocopCI/AAAAAAAAElw/DCES1KkBLR8/s912/a%2520Brommie%2520Unfolded.jpg)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FwSZLcDvJnk/VM9Z0u8LykI/AAAAAAAAElo/mZEbCIylCJM/s912/a%2520Brommie%2520Folded%25202.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BVUKPHEIdoY/VM9ZzxYkH4I/AAAAAAAAElk/1DnszPdKQb4/s912/a%2520Brommie%2520Folded%25201.jpg)

Not to do something about his attempt to cover up that trendy pink paintwork.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 02 February, 2015, 11:28:33 am
It's certainly a unique colour scheme.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 February, 2015, 07:01:11 pm
This hasn't hit my hot spot :(  - anyone want a 1990 Raleigh Blueridge 531 All Terrain frame and forks ONLY (zero original rust or problems), freshly powder coated silver in late December by John the man (Menai Powder Coatings) and looks like a wet paint finish because of his skill.

£115 posted

I have something more suited to slope - ing backwards - an '87 Raleigh Avanti 531 72º x 22½ " jobby, which has just been sent off to Ellis Briggs for the full treatment  :thumbsup:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7390/16416996849_227409d75a_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/r1HpcP)

Loads of pics of the original and slope-ified subsequence

https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157648805712932/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 25 February, 2015, 11:54:44 pm
This was intended to carry me around various long rides this year, but I fear my activities are curtailed for a week or three as it cast me upon the tarmac last Tuesday. However, for the sake of recording the almost current iteration of the Spa audax here are a few pictures and some build spec.

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/spa-audax-1-of-4.jpg)

58cm Spa Audax frame with Surly Pacer forks and Orbit MX headset

Ultegra SL triple groupset 52/39/30 with 12-30 6700 cassette and 6700 triple shifters.

Shimano BR650 brakes.

Wheels are Exal LX17 on Shutter Precision dynamo front hub and Hope RS Mono rear. 32 spoke. Schwalbe One Tubeless tyres

Bars are something Ritchey and seatpost is a heavy FSA item. Saddle is a Spa Aire Ti, plus an airy rack. Saddlebag is a Carradice College on special offer.

It's very black!


(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/spa-audax-2-of-4.jpg)


(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/spa-audax-3-of-4.jpg)


(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/spa-audax-4-of-4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 February, 2015, 12:02:46 am
Very elegant but how rude of her to throw you orf like that!

Are you working on her people skills?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: swiss hat on 26 February, 2015, 01:39:45 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 25 February, 2015, 11:54:44 pm
Wheels are Exal LX17 on Shutter Precision dynamo front hub and Hope RS Mono rear. 32 spoke. Schwalbe One Tubeless tyres

Are you running tubeless on the LX17 rims or managing to fit a tube in the tyre? Either way, how has this combination worked out?   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 26 February, 2015, 03:50:52 pm
Quote from: swiss hat on 26 February, 2015, 01:39:45 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 25 February, 2015, 11:54:44 pm
Wheels are Exal LX17 on Shutter Precision dynamo front hub and Hope RS Mono rear. 32 spoke. Schwalbe One Tubeless tyres

Are you running tubeless on the LX17 rims or managing to fit a tube in the tyre? Either way, how has this combination worked out?


Yes, I'm running the Schwalbes Tubeless in 28c on the LX17 rims. I've only done 100 miles so far, but no obvious issues - I can't blame them for the fall, I think, and there was no pressure loss apparent afterwards. I've been a bit circumspect initially, even though the internet wisdom is that 'any rim is a tubeless rim with the right tyres'. Mine are sealed with a couple of layers of Stans yellow tape in 21mm width, have specialized valaves (£3 each from local store) and 40ml of Schwalbe Doc Blue sealant. They inflated OK - a bit of fiddling with the area around the valve on one - and stay inflated once the sealant has been shaken around the whole wheel. The valves don't seem quite as tight on these rims as on Pacenti SL23 or Kinlin XC279, but nothing to worry about with sealant in place. Running about 75lbs in the front and 80 to 85lbs in the back - I'm a bit heavy at the mo at just under 88kgs.

If you're local then you're welcome to have a look.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: swiss hat on 26 February, 2015, 05:45:28 pm
Interesting Mike, would be good to get an update when you've accumulated some more miles. Were you able to fit the tyres by hand or were levers required?

Having seen TG's good experience with tubeless I picked up one of his discarded Schwalbe One 25mm tyres whilst providing home support. I've since tried fitting it to an Archetype rim but found it very tight and was unable to get the second bead on by hand. The prospect of having a puncture which didn't seal and not being able to re-fit the tyre after installing a tube have put my tubeless ideas on hold for now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 26 February, 2015, 05:52:37 pm
Quote from: swiss hat on 26 February, 2015, 05:45:28 pm
Interesting Mike, would be good to get an update when you've accumulated some more miles.

Ditto. Very interested in this tubeless malarkey.

Get well soon sojournermike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 March, 2015, 12:07:50 pm
Yes, tubeless, what advantages will I get over tubes and tyres which is tried, tested and works so well for me?

I shall be building a new bike this year so could go tubeless if it made sense.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 01 March, 2015, 12:37:11 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 March, 2015, 12:07:50 pm
Yes, tubeless, what advantages will I get over tubes and tyres which is tried, tested and works so well for me?
On the road, probably little or no advantage that I can make out - in fact I'm utterly unconvinced that tubeless on road bikes is worth the hassle. 'Cross bikes are something of an edge case.

Off-road, however, tubeless is full of win largely because you can drop to silly low pressures and minimise the risk of pinch flats and other nastiness. On more technical terrain (and mud) this is a godsend. The only downside in situations where sealant alone won't do the job, you still need a tube to get going again.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 01 March, 2015, 01:43:12 pm
Quote from: interzen on 01 March, 2015, 12:37:11 pm
The only downside in situations where sealant alone won't do the job, you still need a tube to get going again.

I can recommend the Weldtite tubeless repair kit, can fix hole in less time than it takes to change a tube
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 March, 2015, 04:21:59 pm
Interesting. Thanks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 01 March, 2015, 07:40:24 pm
A few thoughts on tubeless. I decided to try tubeless this year, not because I was unhappy with tubes but because the ability to run sealant and, hopefully, have the sort of thorn punctures I get from time to time self seal is very appealing. With the arrival of the Schwalbe Ones the reviews suggest that they ride well - similar to Vittoria Open Corsa and Ultremo ZXs my previous favourites -  and they're available in 25 and 28 widths. So a fast comfortable tyre with more puncture protection for year round use and for commuting (when delays matter).

I also moved my mtb to tubeless this winter after a series of punctures meant that over a two week period I spent more time walking than cycling. Tubeless is brilliant on the mtb - I used gorilla tape for the rims and already had 'tubeless ready' Schwalbe Hans Damf tyres on the bike from new. Again, best thing is that I've ridden all the way home every time I've been out since converting. I run lower pressures too, good in the mud of late but harder work on the road.

I currently have tubeless One's fitted to 3 sets of wheels - rims are Pacenti SL23, Kinlin XC279 and Exal LX17. Of these only the Pacentis are offically tubeless ready, but both other wheels set up fine. All needed the 21mm Stan's tape. The LX17s ride well with the Schwalbes, but they and the bike are at the heavy end of the spectrum, so doesn't accelerate quickly. It does roll well though and I've been running slightly lower pressures than I used to run with Ultremos. Grip, in the dry, has been fine. I'm hoping the fall doesn't indicate poor wet grip, but I suspect that the issue was diesel or salt.

The One's in 28c come up at 28mm wide on the Exal LX17 (17mmm internal) and about 30mm on the Pacentis (18mm internal). In 25c on the Kinlins they are a solid 25 wide. That rim is a 17mm internal and the package looks nice and 'aero' (for an alloy rim) without breaking the bank. The Pacentis are noticably lightly - as is the wallet!

Mike

I'll write more when I'm back on the bike and have a bit more experience.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 03 March, 2015, 08:40:53 am
 :D

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t299/jacomus-rides-Gen/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150218_175145_zps687b6571.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 03 March, 2015, 01:55:08 pm
It won't stay that clean...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PAC on 03 March, 2015, 10:32:13 pm
Especially the back wheel!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 March, 2015, 10:38:13 pm
Ooohhh!
That's very desirable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 04 March, 2015, 12:23:43 pm
 :) Thanks guys!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 08 March, 2015, 09:13:26 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 08 March, 2015, 11:14:37 pm
Quote from: Otto on 08 March, 2015, 09:13:26 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg.html)

OK, it's beautiful up to the point we arrive at the handlebars.

What's the reason for the strange upward angle of the bars and the long stem? It seems like a really long reach to the hoods (that a shorter stem may fix)

Now it looks like you need a bigger frame.

On a minor point you need to sort out the valve position in relation to the tyre logos (and stick it in a higher gear for a photo session) but that's just a minor point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 09 March, 2015, 12:26:18 am
Currently under construction

Kinesis Gran Fondo Ti.That stem is a bit extreme for me and will shorten and reduce angle slightly!

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/l1000008.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 09 March, 2015, 06:58:20 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 March, 2015, 11:14:37 pm
Quote from: Otto on 08 March, 2015, 09:13:26 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg.html)

OK, it's beautiful up to the point we arrive at the handlebars.

What's the reason for the strange upward angle of the bars and the long stem? It seems like a really long reach to the hoods (that a shorter stem may fix)

Now it looks like you need a bigger frame.

On a minor point you need to sort out the valve position in relation to the tyre logos (and stick it in a higher gear for a photo session) but that's just a minor point.

I concur with your observation, my last drop bar bike was purely for cross racing I found the bars to low and short for comfortable long rides, my other current bike is a rigid steel adventure mob with Mary bars. So I ordered the long stem with 90 degree configuration..... suffice to say I'm ordering a shorter one
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 March, 2015, 07:49:51 am
Quote from: Otto on 09 March, 2015, 06:58:20 am
Quote from: LEE on 08 March, 2015, 11:14:37 pm
Quote from: Otto on 08 March, 2015, 09:13:26 pm
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/JUS_0799_zpsdawzlody.jpg.html)

OK, it's beautiful up to the point we arrive at the handlebars.

What's the reason for the strange upward angle of the bars and the long stem? It seems like a really long reach to the hoods (that a shorter stem may fix)

Now it looks like you need a bigger frame.

On a minor point you need to sort out the valve position in relation to the tyre logos (and stick it in a higher gear for a photo session) but that's just a minor point.

I concur with your observation, my last drop bar bike was purely for cross racing I found the bars to low and short for comfortable long rides, my other current bike is a rigid steel adventure mob with Mary bars. So I ordered the long stem with 90 degree configuration..... suffice to say I'm ordering a shorter one

What is the gorgeous colour of the main frame tubes?  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 09 March, 2015, 08:08:30 am
Quote

What is the gorgeous colour of the main frame tubes?  :thumbsup:

It's called French Beige
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 09 March, 2015, 10:14:53 am
Quote from: Otto on 09 March, 2015, 08:08:30 am
Quote

What is the gorgeous colour of the main frame tubes?  :thumbsup:

It's called French Beige

also known as Beige
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 09 March, 2015, 10:28:21 am
Nice bike, nice colour. What are the mudguards ? Are they for 700's ? The f.mudguard looks like it could be for a bigger wheel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 09 March, 2015, 10:52:38 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 09 March, 2015, 10:28:21 am
Nice bike, nice colour. What are the mudguards ? Are they for 700's ? The f.mudguard looks like it could be for a bigger wheel.

They are 700s from Kinoko (tokyo fixed).. I needed to squash them a little to fit between the forks, it increased the radius slightly will be fettling this weekend
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 10 March, 2015, 02:57:26 pm
As ever some lovely and varied machines up thread.

Got chatting to a fellow bike/train commuter the other week, after I noticed he'd replaced his Dahon with a newer one.  Turns out the  frame hinge lever had cracked, sohe'd replaed it  and then he'd subsequently robbed some bits of the stem joint.

A few conversations later and he'd clearly noticed my not-so-inner womble and he's very generously given me the old bike.

It's a 2006 Dahon Speed P8.

It needs the frame hinge lever replacing, the missing stem parts refitting, 2 rear spokes, most likely a new cassette, chain, chainring and the chainguard has broken off,and a pair of grips. I'll strip and re-grease the hubs, and probably replace the b/b.Headset feels OK. I told him to keep the saddle  :)

This was after an initial clean. More cleaning is required. I'm very pleased with it!  ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20150310_144508_zpslxrpljxi.jpg)

I'm waiting for a Dahon specialist to email me back with parts prices and availability... 

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 14 March, 2015, 10:20:56 am
New soot bike!

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8637/16187768064_28684fa15f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qEsxto)Bike (https://flic.kr/p/qEsxto) by menthel (https://www.flickr.com/people/46800747@N04/), on Flickr

Aprire Vincenza with ultegra and kysrium elite wheels. Its bloody lovely but I need to get out for a long ride on it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 01:02:47 pm
... and at the other end of the spectrum, I seem to have successfully resurrected School Bike for use as a station bike.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7603/16191178463_15bbfe1e0a_z.jpg)

Featuring indiscreet use of YELLOW cable-ties and some go-faster red gear outers:

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8718/16623546058_a34f9c0f63_z.jpg)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8651/16809992261_a10276aa48_z.jpg)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8693/16623545278_8cd45a8127_z.jpg)

Needs a ride down the Rea Path with some allen keys and a spanner to sort out riding position, but gears and brakes confirmed to be functional after a few laps around the block.

Many thanks to all who have contributed parts, tools and advice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 14 March, 2015, 05:28:54 pm
Quote from: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 01:02:47 pm
... and at the other end of the spectrum, I seem to have successfully resurrected School Bike for use as a station bike.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7603/16191178463_15bbfe1e0a_z.jpg)

Featuring indiscreet use of YELLOW cable-ties and some go-faster red gear outers:

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8693/16623545278_8cd45a8127_z.jpg)

✔✔✔ Red cables are so HOT. Good to see those old steeds being pressed into continued service :)

I couldn't decide on the cable colours for my shopping bikes, so . . .

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7281/15983144583_d0f0e0b9c2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qmnN3k)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 14 March, 2015, 06:59:03 pm
Quote from: menthel on 14 March, 2015, 10:20:56 am
New soot bike!

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8637/16187768064_28684fa15f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qEsxto)Bike (https://flic.kr/p/qEsxto) by menthel (https://www.flickr.com/people/46800747@N04/), on Flickr

Aprire Vincenza with ultegra and kysrium elite wheels. Its bloody lovely but I need to get out for a long ride on it!

Very smart
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 14 March, 2015, 07:00:27 pm
Quote from: slope on 14 March, 2015, 05:28:54 pm
Quote from: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 01:02:47 pm
... and at the other end of the spectrum, I seem to have successfully resurrected School Bike for use as a station bike.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7603/16191178463_15bbfe1e0a_z.jpg)

Featuring indiscreet use of YELLOW cable-ties and some go-faster red gear outers:

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8693/16623545278_8cd45a8127_z.jpg)

✔✔✔ Red cables are so HOT. Good to see those old steeds being pressed into continued service :)

I couldn't decide on the cable colours for my shopping bikes, so . . .

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7281/15983144583_d0f0e0b9c2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qmnN3k)

Red cables will definitely make it go faster ... FACT
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 08:24:18 pm
Quote from: Otto on 14 March, 2015, 07:00:27 pm
Red cables will definitely make it go faster ... FACT

Good! ...'cos I was looking down on the test ride, uncomfortably aware that that was twice as much tyre as I've been used to for the last couple of years!



Quote from: slope on 14 March, 2015, 05:28:54 pm
Good to see those old steeds being pressed into continued service :)

It was with heavy heart that I replaced the rear mudguard with the one that came with the front (replaced a few year back), thereby banishing the rattle that's been with me for the last *counts on fingers* 23 years.  :(

Strange to see it with a rack now too (£3 bargain from the bike jumble), but that should open up the options for type of service it can be pressed into.  :thumbsup:


Quote from: slope on 14 March, 2015, 05:28:54 pm
I couldn't decide on the cable colours for my shopping bikes, so . . .

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7281/15983144583_d0f0e0b9c2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qmnN3k)

Ace  ;D
Was it you who had the beaded cables too? What happened to them, did the weather get the best of them in the end?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 15 March, 2015, 07:37:26 am
Quote from: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 08:24:18 pm

un?comfortably aware that that was twice as much tyre as I've been used to for the last couple of years!

Ace  ;D
Was it you who had the beaded cables too? What happened to them, did the weather get the best of them in the end?

They are still going strong, but the rain has faded them somewhat - probably water based stain ::-) Got a load more spares 8)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8606/16059361554_b167fa2527_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qt7qG3)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 15 March, 2015, 09:06:54 am
Quote from: slope on 15 March, 2015, 07:37:26 am
Quote from: nikki on 14 March, 2015, 08:24:18 pm

un?comfortably aware that that was twice as much tyre as I've been used to for the last couple of years!

Yeah, mojo and fitness both low at the moment. Running in the Winters recently on the hybrid was hard work. I shall endeavour to think of this one as my smoooooth towpath cruiser...


Quote from: slope on 15 March, 2015, 07:37:26 am

They are still going strong, but the rain has faded them somewhat - probably water based stain ::-) Got a load more spares 8)

Nice!

Also enjoying the very Welshness of your driveway  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:11:31 pm
The summer bike:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/16825732595_607a74e0a2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rCQh6R)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 15 March, 2015, 07:31:11 pm
Going for stealth there I see. Nice looking bike :)

Here's my horizon on tour last week: -
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hyfHSqwUYiI/VQXAEXc1O8I/AAAAAAAAI-E/v6h1rtRPzM0/w737-h553-no/20150311_160826.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:59:09 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 15 March, 2015, 07:31:11 pm
Going for stealth there I see. Nice looking bike :)


I've purplised it a bit (bottle cages, bits on the frame), but it doesn't show up on the pic. I've actually got some purple tyres, but they're 23s and I like my 25s too much!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 15 March, 2015, 08:02:03 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:59:09 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 15 March, 2015, 07:31:11 pm
Going for stealth there I see. Nice looking bike :)


I've purplised it a bit (bottle cages, bits on the frame), but it doesn't show up on the pic. I've actually got some purple tyres, but they're 23s and I like my 25s too much!

Including valve caps (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/deity-components-presta-valve-caps/rp-prod68563)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 08:12:03 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 15 March, 2015, 08:02:03 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:59:09 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 15 March, 2015, 07:31:11 pm
Going for stealth there I see. Nice looking bike :)


I've purplised it a bit (bottle cages, bits on the frame), but it doesn't show up on the pic. I've actually got some purple tyres, but they're 23s and I like my 25s too much!

Including valve caps (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/deity-components-presta-valve-caps/rp-prod68563)?

No valve caps. :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 15 March, 2015, 09:18:36 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:59:09 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 15 March, 2015, 07:31:11 pm
Going for stealth there I see. Nice looking bike :)


I've purplised it a bit (bottle cages, bits on the frame), but it doesn't show up on the pic. I've actually got some purple tyres, but they're 23s and I like my 25s too much!

May I recommend Halo Twin rail. Not only available in purple but also in the required size.

Mrs Tiermat is running a pair on her Carlton IIRC
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 16 March, 2015, 07:07:24 am
Quote from: sojournermike on 09 March, 2015, 12:26:18 am
Currently under construction

Kinesis Gran Fondo Ti.That stem is a bit extreme for me and will shorten and reduce angle slightly!

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/l1000008.jpg)

#jealous! I may well replace my Tk3 with one of these - I do like Kinesis frames, and the GFTi is the best of them.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 16 March, 2015, 06:58:07 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 15 March, 2015, 07:11:31 pm
The summer bike:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/16825732595_607a74e0a2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rCQh6R)

Nice bike.
Did you say it was an Emoda ?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 17 March, 2015, 08:33:43 am
We had a demo day at the shop on Saturday and Trek bought a van full of Emondas, Domanes and Silques down- at least one of each frame size. At the end of the day, Dan, one of our staff carried 8 Emonda SLR8's to the van in one go, 4 hanging off each arm ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 17 March, 2015, 11:36:48 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 17 March, 2015, 08:33:43 am
We had a demo day at the shop on Saturday and Trek bought a van full of Emondas, Domanes and Silques down- at least one of each frame size. At the end of the day, Dan, one of our staff carried 8 Emonda SLR8's to the van in one go, 4 hanging off each arm ;D

They should call them Imodiums as undoubtedly they will go like shit off a shovel
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2015, 12:13:49 pm
Madone, Domane, Emonda.  What's next?  Damone?  To ride on the street where you live?

https://youtu.be/dJ4yJM-vquw
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 March, 2015, 04:02:43 pm
Not quite Damone Albarne, then.

Maybe next should be the Nomade - a fizzy drink made of nomads.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 17 March, 2015, 04:09:39 pm
Bin dun:

http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/motobecane-nomade-2144
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 22 March, 2015, 12:03:27 pm
First of many tip runs today clearing out the sekrit bunker ready for a friend to deliver lots of storage units to me tomorrow as the lab he works in is having a  revamp. I inadvertently appear to have returned home with this! Managed to intercept it before the person ripping it actually put in on the pile of bikes


Basic gas tube but has a certain charm and ideal for when all the sprogs want an off road potter as we're currently one mtb short for a full family ride.

Just needs tyres and grips

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20150322_110935_zpsfmpwqwua.jpg)

Edit: and on the next tip run I nabbed a pair of wheels from a chap leaving a mtbso which have some very useable tyres!  :thumbsup:

Long live my not so inner womble...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 22 March, 2015, 01:17:37 pm
El Mariachi has a new look ... at least until I get my confidence and a modicum of fitness back.
It'll likely get converted back to a fixed once I've got the HT560 out of the way in June/July.

(http://interzen.homeunix.org/blog-images/elmar-1x10.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 23 March, 2015, 12:09:21 am
After spending most of February off the Genesis after a black ice or diesel crash (not sure which) plus nursing a badly bashed / bruised knee and hands, I lost interest in cycling a little.

Stripped the Genesis to repair the damage but sold the remains in the end as I could not face riding it again.

So needed another bike, got a deal with the LBS and purchased this a few weeks back.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Trek%207.3%20before_zps1nlu2j6s.jpg)

Spent a few weeks just getting back riding and building confidence, then stripped it for a makeover, it is now looking like this, running a single 9spd set up, rides really well (respect most people will hate the colour)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Trek%207.3%20after_zpsg6g0wyno.jpg)

Next project funds depending is another Thorn Audax mk3 (red this time)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 March, 2015, 09:04:42 am
I like it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 23 March, 2015, 10:10:41 am
Quote from: Moultonaught on 22 March, 2015, 12:03:27 pm
I inadvertently appear to have returned home with this! [...]
Edit: and on the next tip run I nabbed a pair of wheels from a chap leaving a mtbso which have some very useable tyres!  :thumbsup:

Long live my not so inner womble...

Good skills!  ;D  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 25 March, 2015, 12:15:31 am
(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/kitchen_pr0n/20150324047_G.sized.jpg)

Visiting barakta's family. She hit the Marmite motherlode while searching for coffee. Fortunately I have a bike with me...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 25 March, 2015, 08:31:16 am
Like bike, HATE Marmite  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 25 March, 2015, 08:58:25 am
There's probably no bike more British than a Brompton so I'm surprised it doesn't have a Marmite jar holder built in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 25 March, 2015, 08:19:17 pm
1990 Raleigh 531 'Blueridge' (recently powder coated silver) with too much black bits ;D

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7285/16722080017_4e7a4289a3_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rtF2Nr)


(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7598/16929414355_ff9cdec842_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rMZF5p)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 03:04:09 pm
Arrived today :D

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6m-T9Gcc1wY/VRVw07bBOBI/AAAAAAAAJJM/XpfgUUyuf3k/w737-h553-no/DSCF1833.JPG)

Just need to find some pedals and get the bars t a more sensible angle and I'll be taking it out for a run :D :D :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 27 March, 2015, 03:43:44 pm
Matching kitchen, too, you dude!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 27 March, 2015, 03:57:43 pm
Cor!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 04:15:30 pm
Update - Took it for a 4 mile shake down ride over a local hill. Wow it's quick. If there wasn't lots of wind and rain forecast I'd be audaxing on it tomorrow. :)


Quote from: Peter on 27 March, 2015, 03:43:44 pm
Matching kitchen, too, you dude!
Doesn't everyone match their bike to their kitchen colour scheme? ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 27 March, 2015, 04:48:50 pm
Brill! It's really smart Marcus  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: antokelly on 27 March, 2015, 05:10:10 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 03:04:09 pm
Arrived today :D

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6m-T9Gcc1wY/VRVw07bBOBI/AAAAAAAAJJM/XpfgUUyuf3k/w737-h553-no/DSCF1833.JPG)

Just need to find some pedals and get the bars t a more sensible angle and I'll be taking it out for a run :D :D :D
cracking looking bike enjoy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 27 March, 2015, 05:25:39 pm
Quote from: Peter on 27 March, 2015, 03:43:44 pm
Matching kitchen, too, you dude!

Matching clamp on the work stand, too - there's foresight.

Looks lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 27 March, 2015, 05:27:57 pm
Quote from: interzen on 22 March, 2015, 01:17:37 pm
El Mariachi has a new look ... at least until I get my confidence and a modicum of fitness back.
It'll likely get converted back to a fixed once I've got the HT560 out of the way in June/July.

(http://interzen.homeunix.org/blog-images/elmar-1x10.jpg)

Still looks good. I briefly rode my commuter as 1x9, and it worked quite well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 27 March, 2015, 06:49:52 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 04:15:30 pm
Update - Took it for a 4 mile shake down ride over a local hill. Wow it's quick. If there wasn't lots of wind and rain forecast I'd be audaxing on it tomorrow. :)

Nice! :)

Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 04:15:30 pm
Doesn't everyone match their bike to their kitchen colour scheme? ;D

Some of us have turquoise kitchens :demon: (previous owner's choice, I hasten to add!).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 March, 2015, 07:30:27 pm
And some of us match our kitchen to our bikes (that is: dirty, with oily bits).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 27 March, 2015, 07:37:18 pm
Quote from: Kim on 27 March, 2015, 07:30:27 pm
And some of us match our kitchen to our bikes (that is: dirty, with oily bits).
Or vice versa - oily, with dirty bits.

(my kitchen contains precisely zero orange)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 27 March, 2015, 08:25:20 pm
Can I just npoint out that my kitchen is NOT green, nor black.

Nor am I going to buy a cream colored bike.

Hohum. I do own a jar of marmite, though. And one of Vegemite.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 27 March, 2015, 09:04:54 pm
Quote from: Deano on 27 March, 2015, 05:27:57 pm
Still looks good. I briefly rode my commuter as 1x9, and it worked quite well.
Having spent the last couple of days poring over elevation profiles and various maps of Scotlandshire, there's a very strong chance that the bike will be sporting a 40T sprocket fairly soon ...

... as well as a 30T chainring.

I did consider 1x11 until I did all the sums. It wasn't pretty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 March, 2015, 09:13:01 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 03:04:09 pm
Arrived today :D

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6m-T9Gcc1wY/VRVw07bBOBI/AAAAAAAAJJM/XpfgUUyuf3k/w737-h553-no/DSCF1833.JPG)

Just need to find some pedals and get the bars t a more sensible angle and I'll be taking it out for a run :D :D :D
Merida -  :thumbsup:. I haz one (albeit very different)

That kitchen - it's too clean! Do you ever cook? Or eat? !!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 09:19:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 27 March, 2015, 09:13:01 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 03:04:09 pm
Arrived today :D

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6m-T9Gcc1wY/VRVw07bBOBI/AAAAAAAAJJM/XpfgUUyuf3k/w737-h553-no/DSCF1833.JPG)

Just need to find some pedals and get the bars t a more sensible angle and I'll be taking it out for a run :D :D :D
Merida -  :thumbsup:. I haz one (albeit very different)

That kitchen - it's too clean! Do you ever cook? Or eat? !!!
Yes and yes, but I have visitors arriving on Sunday so I decided I'd better clean it up :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Canardly on 28 March, 2015, 11:36:20 am
Just spotted the Marmite. Very nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 April, 2015, 10:21:27 am
No marmite in this one, I'm afraid.  Ridgeback Romany, leaving a very muddy towpath

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8734/17085437301_3c2a71e589_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s2Mkgc)P4040005m (https://flic.kr/p/s2Mkgc) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/people/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 10 April, 2015, 01:14:13 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 27 March, 2015, 03:04:09 pm
Arrived today :D

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6m-T9Gcc1wY/VRVw07bBOBI/AAAAAAAAJJM/XpfgUUyuf3k/w737-h553-no/DSCF1833.JPG)

Just need to find some pedals and get the bars t a more sensible angle and I'll be taking it out for a run :D :D :D

Very nice indeed!  When you change your chain add a link or 2.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 April, 2015, 01:11:04 am
Just don't ride cross-chain.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 11 April, 2015, 03:16:18 pm
That's as supplied and in Big-Big combination for the pictures. I have no intention of running it in that gear IRL.

I'll probably add a link or two when I need to change chain though for safety. I may yet be looking at putting a 30-32t rear cassette on when I eventually change things as well, though I'd need to check the capacity of the rear mech if I decided to change that..
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 April, 2015, 12:43:58 pm
The newly refurbished 1987 Raleigh 'Avanti' 531 26"er now known as 'Ravinia', the slack sporting shopper of a gal ;D

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7608/17036820687_0606bac9da_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rXuaeH)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7593/16946910569_db570b2b8a_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rPxm6g)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8751/17244233585_cff08502d5_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/sgPcSa)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/sets/72157648266482689/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 13 April, 2015, 03:20:01 pm
Nice.
Dynohub but no light ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 April, 2015, 06:23:29 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 13 April, 2015, 03:20:01 pm
Nice.
Dynohub but no light ?

Wheels came off the Winter 'shopper' (which had F&R dyno lights). Waiting for delivery of some 26" Sputnik rims and thence to build new Summer 'shopping' wheels ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 13 April, 2015, 07:15:48 pm
I now knows Karate!

(http://interzen.homeunix.org/blog-images/km-marmite.jpg)

Still got to get the steerer chopped and shorten the comically long brake hoses, but other than that we're pretty much done.

Spray tan FTW  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 15 April, 2015, 10:02:58 am
Looks really nice, interzen :thumbsup: 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 15 April, 2015, 10:14:04 am
It does look good. :thumbsup:
interzen, what are the pedals please?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 15 April, 2015, 12:50:18 pm
Quote from: interzen on 13 April, 2015, 07:15:48 pm
Spray tan FTW  :thumbsup:

great colour indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 15 April, 2015, 04:37:06 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 15 April, 2015, 10:14:04 am
It does look good. :thumbsup:
interzen, what are the pedals please?
On-One El Guapo flats - surprisingly light, very grippy and less bulky (and cheaper) than Saint MX80s

ETA: These: http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/PEEGDPP/el-guapo-delgado-pro-pedal
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 15 April, 2015, 04:44:40 pm
I think you should keep a daffodil in the steerer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 15 April, 2015, 04:49:09 pm
Never mind the bike, is that a new fence?!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 15 April, 2015, 07:53:31 pm
Quote from: Deano on 15 April, 2015, 04:49:09 pm
Never mind the bike, is that a new fence?!
Yep, the fence between me and next door (and a large portion of my shed roof) finally succumbed to a storm late last year, although it didn't get replaced until early February. On the plus side, the folks who put the fence up did a decent job of it (including properly set 4"x4" posts rather than the oversized toothpicks the last lot used)

All of which reminds me that the fence needs fettling with some appropriate goop now that the weather has settled down a bit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 15 April, 2015, 11:05:50 pm
Love the bike, love the spray tan, not too sure about CGI Marmite thobut......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jacomus on 16 April, 2015, 10:48:34 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 15 April, 2015, 11:05:50 pm
Love the bike, love the spray tan, not too sure about CGI Marmite thobut......

Would you say you love it, or hate it? ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 16 April, 2015, 01:18:27 pm
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 15 April, 2015, 11:05:50 pm
Love the bike, love the spray tan, not too sure about CGI Marmite thobut......
Mad Photoshop1 skillz, innit?

1 - well, GIMP.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 16 April, 2015, 01:37:13 pm
Quote from: Jacomus on 16 April, 2015, 10:48:34 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 15 April, 2015, 11:05:50 pm
Love the bike, love the spray tan, not too sure about CGI Marmite thobut......

Would you say you love it, or hate it? ;D ;D ;D

Gotta be Hate It. Can't be doing with Not Real Marmite (or, at a push- shops own yeast extract). Marmite has got to be real, in the flesh, stunt extract.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 17 April, 2015, 03:23:47 pm
Why? It was annoying me too ;)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Hp_hhBJwSrg/VTEXTZuOZhI/AAAAAAAAtKI/muzIzS6m_EE/s800/km-marmite1.jpg)

Nice bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 17 April, 2015, 05:45:01 pm
What did you spread the Marmite with to get the colour so even?   :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 17 April, 2015, 05:55:51 pm
Could you not cut the steerer and shorten the brake hoses while you're at it, Ham?  Save interzen the effort and all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 17 April, 2015, 06:17:58 pm
Cut steerer tubes are overrated (says she who's been meaning to cut the steerer tube on one bike for, ooh, two years? ::-)).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: interzen on 17 April, 2015, 07:35:57 pm
Quote from: tom_e on 17 April, 2015, 05:55:51 pm
Could you not cut the steerer and shorten the brake hoses while you're at it, Ham?  Save interzen the effort and all.
Don't forget the fence - you can use the remains of the Marmite on it, it's about the same colour as dark oak wood preservative (and probably cheaper too)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 17 April, 2015, 08:13:59 pm
So right


(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JK53ggo5ie4/VTFaUmmD9XI/AAAAAAAAtKg/FdAQAF5u6AE/s800/km-marmite2.jpg)

My parting gift before disappearing for three weeks
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 20 April, 2015, 08:47:52 am
Picked up my new brompton yesterday. Feels pretty comfy to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/17001801067_f2dfccd146_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: loafer on 27 April, 2015, 05:04:08 pm
upgraded the tourer ready for my JOGLE went for the full works  ;D was 44-34-22 / 13-15-17-20-23-26-30 changed now too 44-34-22/ 11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25-28 32 (old legs need a bit help)  ;)  105 shifters- front mech and rear mech xt deore chainset and chain and mavic wheels A139 deore hubs 36 spoked f/r ..  :) :)

(http://i517.photobucket.com/albums/u333/lonecyclist/WP_20150425_0091_zps5to91evx.jpg) (http://s517.photobucket.com/user/lonecyclist/media/WP_20150425_0091_zps5to91evx.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 28 April, 2015, 08:25:54 am
That looks lovely Larry x
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 02 May, 2015, 07:38:16 pm
Not mine, but there being two vintage bikes and a pot of the yeasty stuff in the same office proved too big a temptation.


(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8695/17157838850_5fae6c04fb.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2015, 08:48:33 pm
Skirt guard! Of the sensible, non-wind resisty variety.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: nikki on 02 May, 2015, 09:06:20 pm
Top use of string  :thumbsup:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7727/17343509512_a17ac7a7d9.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 03 May, 2015, 10:55:19 am
my current commuter which temporarily replaces the stolen one. a bit of a frankenbike, cobbled together from the parts from spares box to make it rideable. ss wheels with rear mech as a chain tensioner.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dx4Iz1m7jaQ/VUXu8ZiCu4I/AAAAAAAAEgQ/G3TKCWsBgig/s640/2015-04-27%252018.16.16.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Relayer on 04 May, 2015, 08:12:05 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 April, 2015, 08:47:52 am
Picked up my new brompton yesterday. Feels pretty comfy to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/17001801067_f2dfccd146_z.jpg)

Nice! I've always had a hankering to get one of those.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Juan Martín on 04 May, 2015, 06:35:31 pm
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8884/17162394957_8b50808549_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s9zL6k)SpringBates (https://flic.kr/p/s9zL6k) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7718/17369528641_f1cbab794e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ssTnHK)SpringBates2 (https://flic.kr/p/ssTnHK) by JuanM58 (https://www.flickr.com/people/83697226@N02/), on Flickr

Back in the autumn I visited a fellow V-CC member to take a look at his bikes. Whilst looking at his Ron Cooper built Bates I mentioned that I had always fancied owning one and, what a coincidence, he had a Best All Rounder frame for sale. I had actually seen the frame on EBay a few months beforehand and nearly called him as I knew he was local; I wasn’t aware it was his. Well, after a bit of a chat the deal was done it was mine. I have been building it up through the winter with parts from various sources, mainly jumbles and EBay. Although the frame dates from the late ‘50s (Bates numbers are sequential so it’s difficult to be precise) it looks as if has been updated perhaps in the ‘80s with Campag rear drop outs with hanger, a cable stop under the chainstay and cable guides beneath the BB. I chose to disregard these and set it up as far as possible with period components.

The wheels are 27” Wolber Super Champion rims on Campagolo NT LF hubs with Sapim plain gauge spokes and a Regina 14-23 5--speed block. I built these up for general running about on the lousy road surfaces that we have round here; I have a nice pair of wheels with Airlite hubs for best. The steel stem is Titan as are the alloy Maes bars. GB Coureur callipers are fitted with GB Superhood levers. The headset is Stronglight from a recent jumble at Ripley as was the Lycett Swallow saddle. I managed to get hold of some repro mudguard bolts which are unique to Bates frames; these were sourced via EBay. The Campagnolo GS derailleur is fitted with an ‘open C’ band-on lever, whatever the significance of that is. The Solida 5-pin cranks came from the small ads in the V-CC mag and the 49T TA ring from EBay, as were the Lyotard pedals. Skinny 19mm amber wall tyres are from EBay and marked Made in Yugoslavia, but look to be in pretty good nick.

It took me a good while to settle it down. The chain kept wanting to run off the two larger sprockets and after much fiddling about altering the chainline to little avail I eventually tightened a 12” shifter around the derailleur and gave the whole thing a gentle tweak…and that sorted that; perhaps the hanger was twisted or something. The handling felt very twitchy to begin with but this has improved greatly with the replacement of the original modern headset with the Stronglight although I suspect the main problem was the cables dragging on the bars, hence the cable tie. The ride is quite lively and taut, quite a modern feel compared to my other vintage rides. The main reason for this is the ‘Cantiflex’ frame tubes which are wider in section in the middle than at the ends. This means that the tubes are stiffer than tubes of a smaller diameter, but that conventional lugs can be used. It looks to me as if it has been slightly inflated, like a balloon animal. I am not sure what difference the double curve ‘Diadrant’ forks make, 5% better pointability perhaps; I suspect that it was mainly marketing, setting the Bates apart from the conventional frames rather like the vibrant stays of a Hetchins. I am looking forward to getting out on a few runs through the summer but I guess that I am going to have to start looking out for a new project now.

With thanks to MarkT for sorting me out with a replacement rear hub when I stripped the thread on the original by the sheer power of my mighty Hoyesque legs. 
 

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 May, 2015, 09:02:45 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 April, 2015, 08:47:52 am
Picked up my new brompton yesterday. Feels pretty comfy to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/17001801067_f2dfccd146_z.jpg)

Is that the "Mini O" bag?

I've been very tempted to get one.  It looks like a really useful size. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 06 May, 2015, 09:05:27 am
Yep its a "mini-O", same size as "ORTLIEB Ultimate 6 Classic 7 litre ", in fact basically same bag. I have one that I use a lot and it is a handy size indeed.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/4877132784/in/set-72157616497859236
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 May, 2015, 11:24:40 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 06 May, 2015, 09:05:27 am
Yep its a "mini-O", same size as "ORTLIEB Ultimate 6 Classic 7 litre ", in fact basically same bag. I have one that I use a lot and it is a handy size indeed.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/4877132784/in/set-72157616497859236

Are there any adapters to use the Brompton carrier block on any other part of a bike?

For example it would make quite a useful seat-post bag or bar-bag for a "normal" bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: morbihan on 06 May, 2015, 01:30:19 pm
The new build, currently on its way from Boston to Bermuda.
Looking forward to the first ride.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/fireflybicycles/sets/72157650041139523/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 06 May, 2015, 02:10:07 pm
Quote from: LEE on 06 May, 2015, 11:24:40 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 06 May, 2015, 09:05:27 am
Yep its a "mini-O", same size as "ORTLIEB Ultimate 6 Classic 7 litre ", in fact basically same bag. I have one that I use a lot and it is a handy size indeed.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/4877132784/in/set-72157616497859236

Are there any adapters to use the Brompton carrier block on any other part of a bike?

For example it would make quite a useful seat-post bag or bar-bag for a "normal" bike.

Paging Mr Arch.  Mr Arch to the brass speaking tube please...


https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=69895.0 also refers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 06 May, 2015, 02:16:47 pm
Quote from: Morbihan on 06 May, 2015, 01:30:19 pm
The new build, currently on its way from Boston to Bermuda.
Looking forward to the first ride.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/fireflybicycles/sets/72157650041139523/

Very Tasty
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 06 May, 2015, 02:48:45 pm
Hope it doesnt disappear  ;D

Very nice looking bike
Edit:  Did you supply the decals ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: morbihan on 06 May, 2015, 06:30:40 pm
Thanks.
The graphics on the frame are anodised on. (very cool process)
The fork is a paint job.
I sent them a few images and ideas, then let Firefly run with it.
 The logos on the inside of the chain stay are the signatures of the firefly team.

Hoping to do the Etape on her in the Summer.
She should be lighter than my current steed (Van Nic Yukon about 21lb.)
so easier on the ups.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: D.A.L.E. on 06 May, 2015, 07:23:17 pm
Quote from: Morbihan on 06 May, 2015, 01:30:19 pm
The new build, currently on its way from Boston to Bermuda.
Looking forward to the first ride.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/fireflybicycles/sets/72157650041139523/

 :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 07 May, 2015, 05:18:32 pm
Quote from: Morbihan on 06 May, 2015, 01:30:19 pm
The new build, currently on its way from Boston to Bermuda.
Looking forward to the first ride.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/fireflybicycles/sets/72157650041139523/

what a beautiful bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 09 May, 2015, 06:57:49 pm
(Not mine, but a bit of reader's wives bike action)

A bit of lazy mechanic duties today in that I couldn't be arsed to fettle Mrs JB's Cannondale tourer that's not been used for about a year.  But she wants to go on a ride tomorrow, so the easiest thing was obviously just to buy her a new bike and not have to get my hands all dirty.

Nice Cannondale Synapse with 105  and discs on it which should suit her very well.  Too small for me, but I had to ride it a couple of miles across London - latest 105 is smooth!  I haven't ridden a deraillieur geared bike in about 6-7 months, so I can't remember exactly how they feel - but I reckon that's slicker than my 6700 series Ultegra setup.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8770/17457683162_1db9a7d323_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 12 May, 2015, 09:33:37 am
Quote from: marcusjb on 09 May, 2015, 06:57:49 pm
(Not mine, but a bit of reader's wives bike action)

A bit of lazy mechanic duties today in that I couldn't be arsed to fettle Mrs JB's Cannondale tourer that's not been used for about a year.  But she wants to go on a ride tomorrow, so the easiest thing was obviously just to buy her a new bike and not have to get my hands all dirty.

Nice Cannondale Synapse with 105  and discs on it which should suit her very well.  Too small for me, but I had to ride it a couple of miles across London - latest 105 is smooth!  I haven't ridden a deraillieur geared bike in about 6-7 months, so I can't remember exactly how they feel - but I reckon that's slicker than my 6700 series Ultegra setup.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8770/17457683162_1db9a7d323_b.jpg)

Lucky Mrs JB! I agree with regards the 5800, its great. I have a Ultegra 6800 equipped bike as well and they feel very similar. The Ultegra is a little lighter action and weighs less but apart from that I can't really see the price difference justification.

My wife is currently wavering over a trip to Condor for a new Fratello Disc...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 12 May, 2015, 10:36:26 am
Dahon Speed P8. I got chatting to a fellow train commuter and commented that his red, derailleur geared Dahon was now a blue, hub geared Dahon.  He'd broken the red one and replaced it. A couple of weeks of chatting and he offered me the Red one  ;D

one replacement lower stem, a replacement frame hinge mechanism (but not the actual hinge) 3 rear spokes, a pair of handlebar grips and *lots* of cleaning, and a Ti railed Avocet air 02 saddle from the bits cupboard - and thus.... 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20150512_100948_zpsgoabpbs9.jpg)

The rack came from a Dahon Vitesse that I rescued from the tip as anther tip user was removing it from the boot of his car. Pic of that when it's done...


and the Muddy Fox Sorcerer in it's current guise as debuted at Long Itch.
Tange prestige tubing (made specifically for Muddy Fox apparently!), 7 x3 mountain LX bits. Bought new by a friend and donated to me without a rear wheel, and in a real state a few years ago. 

Currently has: Nitto moustache bars and technomic stem,  Shimano bar end shifters, Brooks Ti B17 and Brooks bar tape, Suntour Self engergizing rear brake and  Suntour front canti, SKS guards, and a Showa front rack

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20150512_101128_zpsmqds1uyl.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 12 May, 2015, 01:54:16 pm
Love the Muddy Fox.

My '90s Saracen has nice Tange tubing and, at one point, also had the Suntour Canti brakes.

In the end I replaced them with a set of V-brakes and new levers/shifters.  That's the beauty of 7-speed.  The parts are dirt cheap.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 12 May, 2015, 06:33:27 pm
Quote from: LEE on 12 May, 2015, 01:54:16 pm
Love the Muddy Fox.

Me too - especially the 'moustache' bars and ickle front rack vibe  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanN on 12 May, 2015, 08:44:48 pm
After the untimely demise of my hybrid
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=90064.0 (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=90064.0)
I have replaced the frame on my commuter (and a few other bits, new, borrowed or from the spares box)

(http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/ag104/parp/tanden%20crank-1-2_zpsmqqgy5ze.jpg)

Original components of the hybrid include...   the crank arms...  the V-brake arms...  mudguards and rack
Still the same bike, though!  ;D
(It is now nominally a Surly Crosscheck)

I'll sort out the steerer when I've decided on the bar position. I could say a few choice things about the horizontal , front facing, drop outs - the wheel has slipped out a few times, but thankfully only when i was going slowly. The 132.5mm spacing was on closer inspection...  137mm  :o (brute force applied). I've found the largest, most knurled skewer end I can find and done it up nice and tight. We'll see.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 12 May, 2015, 09:55:59 pm
the skewer would hold better if it was pushed back further into the dropouts (now it's clamped on the edge or at least from the photo it looks like that)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ramchip on 14 May, 2015, 08:14:37 pm
My R5. Not for Audax though so looking to build a nice shiny Titanium Audax beast.
(http://www.bikingtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/cervelo_r51.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 14 May, 2015, 08:50:19 pm
Wow, those seat stays are rather slender. :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ramchip on 14 May, 2015, 08:54:13 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 14 May, 2015, 08:50:19 pm
Wow, those seat stays are rather slender. :o

Indeed although they are not really needed  :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZMZLBkY2WE
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 17 May, 2015, 07:21:57 pm
my new commuter after today's inaugural ride

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HD-Y5Q2eWkQ/VVja1rBxPiI/AAAAAAAAEg4/lOR4zlvm9A4/s640/2015-05-17%25252013.15.16_cr1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 18 May, 2015, 12:00:52 am
Me likey!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 18 May, 2015, 12:02:08 am
Someone appears to have nicked the mudguards, thobut...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: gene hunt on 18 May, 2015, 12:10:03 am
Managed to finish the Thorn at last on Saturday, has been a long build (started getting parts in January) due to tight funds, did a 25mile test / set up ride on it, very pleased with it, 11spd 105 is very nice to ride as well.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/thorn%202_zpszc0apf2x.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 18 May, 2015, 01:49:14 pm
Quote from: Kim on 18 May, 2015, 12:02:08 am
Someone appears to have nicked the mudguards, thobut...

mudguards and rack will be installed, and groupset changed to a 7 or 8 speed with a square taper chainset when the fsa bb cup wrench arrives.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 20 May, 2015, 06:47:37 pm
Quote from: ramchip on 14 May, 2015, 08:14:37 pm
My R5. Not for Audax though so looking to build a nice shiny Titanium Audax beast.
(http://www.bikingtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/cervelo_r51.jpg)

Gert lush  ;D

Not for Audax? You're kidding?  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 20 May, 2015, 06:51:21 pm
Quote from: ramchip on 14 May, 2015, 08:54:13 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 14 May, 2015, 08:50:19 pm
Wow, those seat stays are rather slender. :o

Indeed although they are not really needed  :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZMZLBkY2WE

That's what Top Gear would be like if the object of their desires was the bicycle. Thank God they stick to cars.

That they sound like Beavis and Butthead says it all really. Dicks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 May, 2015, 10:53:58 pm
I've done this:

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn6/gaydisco/DSCF2464.jpg)

to my Mercian. I'm in two minds about the guards, but I'm delighted with the bell.

Could have kicked myself when I realised that the cranks didn't line up with any of the tubes. Well, they're in line with the top tube, but I wasn't actually going for that.

Still: compensation points for Marmite used outside? And I mean outside: that's not my garden. I was in the business park out back. Walking there with a bike, a tub of marmite and a camera was the kind of thing I only realised en route I might need an explanation for.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 26 May, 2015, 11:47:50 pm
If they need to ask, they will never understand the explanation.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 27 May, 2015, 09:31:30 pm
The bell is indeed lovely, and the guards have a very old-skool vibe; what are they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 28 May, 2015, 01:21:09 pm
Quote from: Jakob W on 27 May, 2015, 09:31:30 pm
The bell is indeed lovely, and the guards have a very old-skool vibe; what are they?

Here is the bell (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/pdw-king-of-ding-ii-bell-prod32720/) (you didn't ask, but it can't hurt), and here are the 'guards (http://www.tredz.co.uk/.SKS-Bluemels-Mudguard-Set_69738.htm). The latter only available in 53mm, so a smidge big, but okay, I think.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2015, 01:29:17 pm
Quote from: Paul on 28 May, 2015, 01:21:09 pm
Quote from: Jakob W on 27 May, 2015, 09:31:30 pm
The bell is indeed lovely, and the guards have a very old-skool vibe; what are they?

Here is the bell (http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/pdw-king-of-ding-ii-bell-prod32720/) (you didn't ask, but it can't hurt), and here are the 'guards (http://www.tredz.co.uk/.SKS-Bluemels-Mudguard-Set_69738.htm). The latter only available in 53mm, so a smidge big, but okay, I think.

Freshtripe do a similar bell that can be mounted on a headset spacer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 29 May, 2015, 06:40:33 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 May, 2015, 01:29:17 pm
Freshtripe

That's some dangerous new info.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CAAD9 Tom on 30 May, 2015, 10:35:55 pm
A quick introduction for my first post.  Here's my CAAD9, I love it to bits, It's used for most of my riding however I have a mucky bike (Cannondale SL1) and a pub bike (1989 Dawes Super Galaxy) but I have an itch for more!

It needs a clean but I hope you enjoy.

Tom

(http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l192/kookimonsta/IMG_4849.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 04 June, 2015, 04:52:08 am
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/17987_10101318782087290_1316576708758901605_n.jpg?oh=84d36ee3b22b2e32d59f1bce595f9141&oe=55E81082)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11392811_10101318782162140_4958070670469454990_n.jpg?oh=cc46bc40f7946c97e1b34df43877424f&oe=56017EF0)

Trek Stache 9, 29+. Got an entry to do the Barebones 200 (https://www.alpkit.com/spotlight/bear-bones-200), and plan is to do it on this.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 June, 2015, 07:45:11 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 04 June, 2015, 04:52:08 am
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/17987_10101318782087290_1316576708758901605_n.jpg?oh=84d36ee3b22b2e32d59f1bce595f9141&oe=55E81082)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11392811_10101318782162140_4958070670469454990_n.jpg?oh=cc46bc40f7946c97e1b34df43877424f&oe=56017EF0)

Trek Stache 9, 29+. Got an entry to do the Barebones 200 (https://www.alpkit.com/spotlight/bear-bones-200), and plan is to do it on this.

you've got 6 months to get a bit of practise with it :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 05 June, 2015, 10:29:28 am
36h to ride 200k? :-X

nice bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 June, 2015, 03:27:51 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 May, 2015, 09:02:45 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 April, 2015, 08:47:52 am
Picked up my new brompton yesterday. Feels pretty comfy to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/17001801067_f2dfccd146_z.jpg)

Is that the "Mini O" bag?

I've been very tempted to get one.  It looks like a really useful size.

Got one (for my Pink and black blotchy Brommie).

It's the absolute perfect size for what I want.  Small toolkit, spare tube, keys, phone & wallet (in internal zipped pocket) and plenty of room for a waterproof.

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jtipU45APb4/VYGBX0LQOlI/AAAAAAAAFGY/2na2LLliKik/w1394-h865-no/Brompton%2Ba.jpg)

Bigger (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jtipU45APb4/VYGBX0LQOlI/AAAAAAAAFGY/2na2LLliKik/w1394-h865-no/Brompton%2Ba.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 18 June, 2015, 05:33:08 pm
And here's mine with a newer, more Kim-friendly saddle, modelling the other extreme of Brompton luggage options (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=91394.msg1878181#msg1878181):

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/brompton/IMG_4423.sized.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 18 June, 2015, 05:47:28 pm
Fun beast:

(http://www.pbase.com/johnewing/image/160224080.jpg)

Trek Domane 4.5. Done about 160k on it so far.  Hell of a change from my 11 kg Audax bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 19 June, 2015, 11:36:19 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 April, 2015, 08:47:52 am
Picked up my new brompton yesterday. Feels pretty comfy to ride.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/17001801067_f2dfccd146_z.jpg)

What saddle have you got, and how far have you ridden? I swapped the saddle for a Brooks on my S type, but still felt I wouldn't want to do more than about 5 miles. Then one night I was going to have to wait an hour for the train and cycled the 12 miles home. It wasn't utter joy, but with 3 gears on a flat and fairly wind-free night it wasn't hell either.

Still can't imagine doing a big ride on one though.

I'm jealous of the new brake levers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 19 June, 2015, 11:45:12 pm
Its just the standard brompton saddle. My longest ride to date is about 18 km. Its very comfy over short distances, but I was quite happy to get to the office by then.
The brake levers - they feel pretty good, but are at an odd angle, pointing downwards. I guess its to do with the fold.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 20 June, 2015, 12:01:23 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 19 June, 2015, 11:45:12 pm
Its just the standard brompton saddle. My longest ride to date is about 18 km. Its very comfy over short distances, but I was quite happy to get to the office by then.
The brake levers - they feel pretty good, but are at an odd angle, pointing downwards. I guess its to do with the fold.

Is 18k about 12 miles? Whatever the opposite of momentum is, I think small wheels have it.

The new levers look more effective.

As for angle; from your one - possibly unrepresentative photo - I'd have said the levers are reasonably close to the correct angle (in line with your hand if your forearm and wrist were straight). However, you might find (as I did) that you can rotate the bars (or levers) a smidge without compromising the fold.

However, the bars generally give very little room for changing hand position and the bike doesn't allow for much variation in position/style, and those combined are very tiring factors.

But I am middle aged and grumpy, and there are so many more tiring factors than there used to be.

Everywhere.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 20 June, 2015, 02:58:41 pm
(http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pixie_trek_s.jpg) (http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pixie_trek.jpg)

Acorn#1 after her first test ride on her new Trek (which is gathering quite a yacf heritage - I bought it from fboab who in turn got it from eck).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 20 June, 2015, 03:05:49 pm
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 20 June, 2015, 03:16:37 pm
She'll get super-speedy on it. That saddle came from AndyC. It's catching, y'know.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 20 June, 2015, 03:30:20 pm
Quote from: fboab on 20 June, 2015, 03:16:37 pm
She'll get super-speedy on it. That saddle came from AndyC. It's catching, y'know.

She kept saying that the bike wanted her to go faster.  I thought it better to keep her speed down until she got the hang of braking from the hoods  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 June, 2015, 03:32:54 pm
Nice one Acorn #1!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 21 June, 2015, 11:06:47 am
Transplant.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/375/19014031255_5f2023b608_z.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/452/19014060185_fdd14a582b_z.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/282/18987840636_c4dfc7f868_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 30 June, 2015, 09:06:05 pm
It's been a while since I last posted a picture of my Dirty Disco so here's a recent one:-

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/458/19277912046_3fe99022a1_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vnwkBU)15-04-29 On-One Dirty Disco with rack in Travelodge (https://flic.kr/p/vnwkBU) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

It's in the Llandudno Travelodge after the CycleChat Manchester-Llandudno ride.
It was a trial run for the Friday's Normandy Tour.
I fitted an Axiom rack and carried my gear in a small Ortleib Rack Pack.
It worked really well.
I've also fitted Hope V Twin controlled hydraulic brakes since the last time I showed the bike. I like them  :thumbsup:.

Since I took that photo, the wheels have been replaced by Velocity Alerons on my red Hope hubs.
I should take a picture of it like that; the deep rims look pretty good IMO.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:03:52 am
Fred (named after my much missed Dad) the Surly Disc Trucker is finished ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps7e6f569b.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps865f4b24.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps19b1190d.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/562CA375-9EF8-473C-97E7-90EFE2E84CC8_zpsqfopo7de.jpg)

^^^ Sorry about the bit of tape sticking up, I've fixed it  :thumbsup:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/581F8709-5298-458C-A91C-47D3C6AFBE13_zpskjwybonf.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/26284E26-BC1B-4D01-9C46-9416F019FF6C_zpswfy2dbky.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/54760727-A528-4799-9968-2AEC7CE76212_zpsjbemjtk2.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/1D0D06F8-D2EF-4CC0-9B11-852A7B1B6B09_zpsige6hqfd.jpg)

I did 40+ miles astride him on Wednesday evening and despite his 17.95k weight, a heavy saddlebag and 35c Marathon Plus Tour tyres Fred rolled along very well.  Road abnormalities were just bounced over!

I think Fred and I are going to have a lot of fun together.  Plans are being made for touring and stuff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 03 July, 2015, 09:10:30 am
You know we do have spoiler tags for filth like that.

Mighty fine looking fine bike, looking forward to see it the fleshsteal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:15:54 am
Sorry mate [passes woolly a Kleenex]  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 03 July, 2015, 09:23:09 am
Quote from: woollypigs on 03 July, 2015, 09:10:30 am
You know we do have spoiler tags for filth like that.

I was careful no to look too closely at the bell close-up, in case of OD reflecto-porn.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 03 July, 2015, 09:52:00 am
Fred is a handsome and well put together chap  :)

He'll really come into his own once he's loaded up. You can even include the kitchen sink and he'll still handle it with aplomb  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 03 July, 2015, 09:53:40 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:15:54 am
Sorry mate [passes woolly a Kleenex]  ;D
Thanks mate :)

Yup, Surly's are comfy and heavy as a sofa. Just get used to the fact that it is not a racer, it will go at its own speed, dont try to push it. It will take everything you throw at it and get you there in its own time. A bit like a trusty old pack horse.

Enjoy, I know you will.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 03 July, 2015, 09:55:56 am
Nice work OD. That looks fab  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 July, 2015, 10:08:32 am
Fred is a handsome and able-looking chap indeed. He even has a good looking chainset, something which seems harder to find nowadays.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 10:10:52 am
Thanks folks.  I'm looking for an opportunity to get him loaded up and head off, even if its just for a night or two.  Hopefully such an opportunity will present itself in the not too distant future.  I have a great deal of underused camping gear.

On Wednesday night I was surprised just now nicely Fred rolled along.  Certainly went a lot nicer that the hardtailed roadified MTB that he replaced.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 10:11:36 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 03 July, 2015, 10:08:32 am
Fred is a handsome and able-looking chap indeed. He even has a good looking chainset, something which seems harder to find nowadays.

Its from Spa.

 :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 03 July, 2015, 10:12:33 am
That is one stonking bike, OD.

I love the retro style SPD pedals, I think I had some of them on my MTB back in '98 or '99, though mine were red!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 03 July, 2015, 11:40:00 am
Looks good, OD :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 03 July, 2015, 11:56:18 am
Are they shimano bar-ends but with the lever replaced ?
Nice looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Little Jim on 03 July, 2015, 01:26:44 pm
Very nice looking bike -  you were right about the brake levers as well  :thumbsup:
If you can get Fred in/on the car and are over this way then I'll introduce him to Tommy, provided that it hasn't rained for three days and none is forecast for the coming week.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 03 July, 2015, 02:18:07 pm
Very cool machine
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 03 July, 2015, 02:31:04 pm
Sweet!  :thumbsup:

Almost as nice as my Hewitt.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 July, 2015, 03:09:37 pm
Nice.

Are you bringing that granny-ring to Inkpen on the 14th?  I never saw one like it.

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/26284E26-BC1B-4D01-9C46-9416F019FF6C_zpswfy2dbky.jpg)

Nice forks for a disc brake bike. 
Condor ruined the Fratello with the ugliest front end imaginable.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 03 July, 2015, 11:54:09 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/ppJbzG5.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/mpusk6y.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/FtuVbGy.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: eck on 04 July, 2015, 08:28:44 am
Quote from: Oaky on 20 June, 2015, 02:58:41 pm
(http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pixie_trek_s.jpg) (http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pixie_trek.jpg)

Acorn#1 after her first test ride on her new Trek (which is gathering quite a yacf heritage - I bought it from fboab who in turn got it from eck).
:) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 July, 2015, 08:39:15 am
Thanks for all the nice comments. Some answers ...

The bar ends are by Rivendell from Wiggle. They are friction only, nice and simple.

The granny ring is 24T, I have a 34T on back. I have the same set up on my Ribble, most excellent it is.

Jim, me and Lee are riding from Inkpen on the evening of 14th. Fancy joining us?

An interesting note ... I bought quite a bit of Shimano gear plus B&M lights. Putting in a big order to Rose Bikes in Germany saved quite a bit, even Wiggle couldn't compete.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 04 July, 2015, 10:22:18 am
Very nice bike OD. I'm rather liking the bell too :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 04 July, 2015, 10:44:05 am
the Arkose had its first proper test on Mull. Its an excellent bit of kit for the money. The single 38t up front is ample with the 36t rear for hard climbs. I'd done about 1000miles on it through local woodlands and trails but nothing as rocky as the highlands.

The wtb nanos are fantastic, lots of grip and thy even roll very well on tarmac :thumbsup:

I have cut the rear badly on the rocks though :(

for a 'cheap' own brand product, I highly recommend it.

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3895/19082195299_f4f9e4676a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/v5eeRe)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/327/19238809181_d2f69647f6_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vj4VGz)

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3673/19321454242_bcba148b65_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vrnvcq)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 July, 2015, 09:14:33 pm
Looks like you were hungry by the time you got there...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 July, 2015, 09:23:39 am
just a light snack before lunch ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 July, 2015, 12:00:15 pm
Some weird "shopping" in that photo.

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3673/19321454242_bcba148b65_z.jpg)

Can you explain? (perhaps a little word in my shell-like).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 05 July, 2015, 12:04:25 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:03:52 am
Fred (named after my much missed Dad) the Surly Disc Trucker is finished ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps7e6f569b.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps865f4b24.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps19b1190d.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/562CA375-9EF8-473C-97E7-90EFE2E84CC8_zpsqfopo7de.jpg)

^^^ Sorry about the bit of tape sticking up, I've fixed it  :thumbsup:

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/581F8709-5298-458C-A91C-47D3C6AFBE13_zpskjwybonf.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/26284E26-BC1B-4D01-9C46-9416F019FF6C_zpswfy2dbky.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/54760727-A528-4799-9968-2AEC7CE76212_zpsjbemjtk2.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/1D0D06F8-D2EF-4CC0-9B11-852A7B1B6B09_zpsige6hqfd.jpg)

I did 40+ miles astride him on Wednesday evening and despite his 17.95k weight, a heavy saddlebag and 35c Marathon Plus Tour tyres Fred rolled along very well.  Road abnormalities were just bounced over!

I think Fred and I are going to have a lot of fun together.  Plans are being made for touring and stuff.

Cracking bike, OD!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: D.A.L.E. on 05 July, 2015, 12:25:09 pm
Quote from: bobb on 03 July, 2015, 09:52:00 am
Fred is a handsome and well put together chap  :)

He'll really come into his own once he's loaded up. You can even include the kitchen sink and he'll still handle it with aplomb  :)

Not quite the kitchen sink, but I managed to get a full homebrew setup and all my cricket gear on mine this week...

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3706/19406859296_cb3834c583_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vyVe9m)daleftw-2.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/vyVe9m) by Dale FTW (https://www.flickr.com/photos/129018234@N07/), on Flickr

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/497/18812314103_d0d8f7d7ed_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uEo2za)daleftw-4.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/uEo2za) by Dale FTW (https://www.flickr.com/photos/129018234@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 05 July, 2015, 12:39:36 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 July, 2015, 12:00:15 pm
Some weird "shopping" in that photo.

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3673/19321454242_bcba148b65_z.jpg)

Can you explain? (perhaps a little word in my shell-like).

no shopping it was iphone hdr mode 

its over exposed, I couldnt see the screen because of the sun and cant be arsed to sort it ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 05 July, 2015, 01:37:06 pm
Three for the price of one:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/281/19201685708_6507a90b69_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG)P6198407e (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 July, 2015, 11:13:26 pm
Quote from: bumper on 05 July, 2015, 12:39:36 pm
Quote from: LEE on 05 July, 2015, 12:00:15 pm
Some weird "shopping" in that photo.

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3673/19321454242_bcba148b65_z.jpg)

Can you explain? (perhaps a little word in my shell-like).

no shopping it was iphone hdr mode 

its over exposed, I couldnt see the screen because of the sun and cant be arsed to sort it ;D

I asked because if you follow the rear hub to the "north West" position of the rear wheel, there is a recurrence of some rear spokes, outside the wheel, amongst the shells.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 06 July, 2015, 11:45:48 pm
 ???
iPhone had a brainfart

The spokes are out of line on the rear wheel too. I'm not a fan of the camera on the iphone6+. It was uploaded to Flickr via a piss poor 3G signal on Mull that took forever, perhaps that's stuffed it. Can't check the original, I deleted all of the pics because the phone was running out of storage space.

It was definitely taken on a mountain of scallop shells :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 07 July, 2015, 12:23:23 am
What file compression format was the picture taken in?  Perhaps the algorithm spotted a pattern it could re-use?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 July, 2015, 08:26:24 am
plain old jpeg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cold Snail on 07 July, 2015, 10:19:20 pm
My new bike arrived today.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/coldsnail/MGmEv8i1Ro2KHJLr9HZahrHTniUhk_WraRA6C92n-_E.jpg)

I've only taken it for a quick spin to work and then up into the town to get a feel of things, but it's making Kent's crap roads feel like they've just been resurfaced.
A 100 mile ride is planned for Saturday, by then I'll have a better idea of what needs tweaking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 July, 2015, 09:00:38 am
Nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 08 July, 2015, 10:10:09 am
That's lovely.  You could have dreams on a bike like that.

You could have a massive themed stable of bikes.

The hack bike could be called Exodus.  A mountain bike called Leviticus.  A Fixie called Numbers and a folder named Deuteronomy.  A carbon road bike called The King.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Woofage on 08 July, 2015, 10:29:56 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:03:52 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps865f4b24.jpg)

Lovely :thumbsup:.

What are the 'bars and brake levers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 July, 2015, 10:30:51 am
Quote from: Ruthie on 08 July, 2015, 10:10:09 am
The hack bike could be called Exodus.  A mountain bike called Leviticus.  A Fixie called Numbers and a folder named Deuteronomy.  A carbon road bike called The King.
:D
That would limit you to 39. After Solomon, Zephanaiah and Malachi, plain old Matthew, Mark, Luke and John would just be too prosaic. Is 39 enough?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 08 July, 2015, 03:34:02 pm
Yebbut... at least the last one would be a Revelation!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 July, 2015, 04:03:24 pm
Quote from: Woofage on 08 July, 2015, 10:29:56 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2015, 09:03:52 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps865f4b24.jpg)

Lovely :thumbsup:.

What are the 'bars and brake levers?

Salsa Woodchipper bars and TRP RRL levers. Brooks Honey bar tape. Tonight will be my first ride since I put the bar tape on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 08 July, 2015, 06:40:49 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 08 July, 2015, 10:10:09 am
That's lovely.  You could have dreams on a bike like that

The hack bike could be called Exodus.  A mountain bike called Leviticus.  A Fixie called Numbers and a folder named Deuteronomy.  A carbon road bike called The King.

and an xtra large framed tourer called Bigguth Dickuth.   O:-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PAC on 08 July, 2015, 10:46:32 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 July, 2015, 01:37:06 pm
Three for the price of one:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/281/19201685708_6507a90b69_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG)P6198407e (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
is that a Blacks Good Companion tent?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 09 July, 2015, 12:43:16 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 08 July, 2015, 06:40:49 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 08 July, 2015, 10:10:09 am
That's lovely.  You could have dreams on a bike like that

The hack bike could be called Exodus.  A mountain bike called Leviticus.  A Fixie called Numbers and a folder named Deuteronomy.  A carbon road bike called The King.

and an xtra large framed tourer called Bigguth Dickuth.   O:-)

...and a rider named Sillious Soddus?

<Graham Chapman> STOP THAT! 'S silly . . . </Graham Chapman>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 July, 2015, 07:25:42 am
Quote from: PAC on 08 July, 2015, 10:46:32 pm
Quote from: clarion on 05 July, 2015, 01:37:06 pm
Three for the price of one:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/281/19201685708_6507a90b69_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG)P6198407e (https://flic.kr/p/vfMEbG) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
is that a Blacks Good Companion tent?
It's a Good Companion Major.  We have a standard GC, but it's a bit of a squeeze.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 11 July, 2015, 06:13:49 pm
Fancy trying some rough stuff. So built this up not ever having ventured 'off road' before. Don't/WON'T do anything other than wussy hard pack forest trails. If i see mud, I'm turning back home.

1990 Raleigh Blueridge '531' frame and chromo forks - powder coated in December 2014. Built up with 'spares' from the bike bunker. Spa Nidd saddle is ROCK hard :-[ Tennis elbows mean the handlebars will be changed for 'North Roads' tomorrow. The Schwalbe 1.9" Land Cruisers are surprisingly quiet and good rolling on tarmac :) Ancient Shimano XT derailleurs still going strong. 7 speed Shimano 105 hubs built up with old ZAC2000 rims. 7 speed downtube gear levers mounted on Velo Orange thumb shifter mounts

Probably end up me falling off and tears ::-)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/404/19581669816_cc67977e13_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vQnbdQ)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/490/19607848695_a54e7cd274_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vSFmhP)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 11 July, 2015, 11:44:48 pm
I see you've earthed it to the front brake and the rear derailleur.

I'd be interested to know how you feel about those shifters after a few rides.

Peter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 12 July, 2015, 06:52:30 am
Quote from: Peter on 11 July, 2015, 11:44:48 pm
I see you've earthed it to the front brake and the rear derailleur.

I'd be interested to know how you feel about those shifters after a few rides.

Peter

 ;D
Been using A400 DT shifters as 'thumbies' for quite some time on 'Percy' and like them as much if not more, than using 'bar end' shifters on the same VO mounts :) https://flic.kr/s/aHsjJ6c4Yw
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 12 July, 2015, 08:18:39 am
Excellent re-cycling!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: davelodwig on 15 July, 2015, 09:59:21 pm
Where did the coloured outers come from, I'd love those for the tandem.

D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 July, 2015, 06:11:01 am
Quote from: davelodwig on 15 July, 2015, 09:59:21 pm
Where did the coloured outers come from, I'd love those for the tandem.

D.

Red and yellow are genuine Jagwire cut to length off a 30 metre roll at my LBS. The blue is what appears to be counterfeit 'Jagwire' from lots of sources on eBay ::-) The dark green brake outer also came via eBay - might have been - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brake-Cable-Set-6-colours-1meter-of-5mm-outer-brake-casing-1off-S-S-inner-caps-/281730547403
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 July, 2015, 06:15:02 am
Gone are the whacky handlebars - replaced with North Roads :thumbsup:

I even rode it off tarmac yesterday, down the 'old road' from Pen Y Gwryd to Nantgwynant without falling off or getting it dirty ;D

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/368/19687107295_bb2a965b93_o.jpg)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/326/19691636611_a704628dc6_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 July, 2015, 01:38:20 pm
Not falling off is good, but not getting it dirty?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 16 July, 2015, 02:48:33 pm
not falling off is very good! but off road trophy dirt is also good  ;D


latest revision to the road-i-fied Muddy Fox - a dose of orange-ness!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20150716_114230_zpsc2enss5j.jpg)

I think I like it....  it's VERY bight in reality...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 July, 2015, 07:01:11 pm
A bit of (off-)road trophy dirt will soon make it less bright! Glad to see I'm not the only one with wonky mudguards...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 16 July, 2015, 07:10:58 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 16 July, 2015, 07:01:11 pm
A bit of (off-)road trophy dirt will soon make it less bright! Glad to see I'm not the only one with wonky mudguards...

ahhh... I'd wiped some bird crap of the rear guard and had pushed it through the seat stay clip - making it  'gappy' above the chain stay. It's no longer wonky  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 18 July, 2015, 08:38:50 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/jess/100_0429.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/jess/100_0429.jpg.html)


JESS a few years ago, pre frame repair


(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/blodwyn/WP_20150718_10_32_44_Pro_zpsphgic8xi.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/blodwyn/WP_20150718_10_32_44_Pro_zpsphgic8xi.jpg.html)


Blodwyn today, in the same spot,  ......OFFHAM , nr w. malling , kent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 18 July, 2015, 11:58:26 pm
My auld stomping ground that there neck of the woods :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 21 July, 2015, 12:25:41 am
First up this evening, some may recall I offered my Spa Audax frame for sale a few weeks ago.After getting no takers I noticed that there were enough bits left that I could build something with it. Plus the geometry, if not the clearances, is quite old style cyclocross. So, I repurposed the 'gravel' tyres hanging on the shed wall and built this:

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010560.jpg)
Spa Audax with Surly Pacer forks

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010561.jpg)
Shimano 451 brakes and Challenge Almanzo tyres

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010563.jpg)
Wheels are Kinlin XC279 on Novatech superlight hbs with CXrays

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010564.jpg)
KMC (fast) gold chain and narrow wide single ring - 38 tooth. 6603 chainset, reduced to one

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010566.jpg)
105 mech and sram 12-28 cassette

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010568.jpg)
Rear brake clearance

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010571.jpg)
Shifters are 6603 and the left gear shifter doesn't work any more, but fine as a brake lever

Took it down to Spa and they rode it up and down and declared it good. Then, very kindly, straightended the gear hanger I bent when I came off earlier this year. Gears now index perfectly and run silently. The bike is a complete hoot and weighs in at 21.2lbs inlcuding pedals, but not mud.

Mike

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 July, 2015, 12:41:32 am
LIKE that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 21 July, 2015, 12:44:19 am
The above bike happened in part because I wanted to use the groupset for Hannah's new bike. I struggled to find a suitable frame, but then found that Spa have started doing the steel Audax in a 50cm size. This has a 71 degree head angle and steel forks with a bit more rake to maintain trail and avoid toe overlap. The result is:

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010573.jpg)
50cm Spa Audax with Spa steel forks - matching tape shows similar 'taste' and was independently chosen!

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010575.jpg)
Wheels are Kinlin XR-22T (19mm internal 450g) on Miche Racing box hubs - 1611g without skewers. Chainset is XD2 triple with 48/36/26. Mech are Ultegra from my bike!

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010576.jpg)
My old Ultegra levers and Shimano 650 brakes...

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010578.jpg)
Tubing badge on frame

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010580.jpg)
Miche hubs, I built the wheels so hoping they prove durable - ACI Alpina spokes

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010584.jpg)
Stock meant stronglight outer ring and Spa inner and middle. Spa rings impressively thick and stiff

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010583.jpg)
Campag 13-29 10 speed cassette - indexes perfectly with shimano shifters and mech. Interestingly, the 13 tooth cassette fouls my older (first batch) frame, but the dropout is different and gives more clearance on this one

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010577.jpg)

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010585.jpg)
28mm tyres from the shed

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/1010581.jpg)


She loves it and the forum road bike for kids is ready to move on to Paul





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 21 July, 2015, 09:55:18 am
Excellent stuff, Mike. Should be plenty of growing room on that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 21 July, 2015, 09:57:28 am
Very very nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 21 July, 2015, 01:04:21 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 21 July, 2015, 12:44:19 am
She loves it and the forum road bike for kids is ready to move on to Paul

That's lovely, SM.

I'll PM you about the FRBFKs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:34:43 am
Thats a great bike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:36:44 am
gratuitous Bob Jackson pic

Leaning on the wall at the Chiddingstone Tea Rooms Kent

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 30 July, 2015, 11:28:12 am
Gratuitous Bob Jackson pics always appreciated :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 30 July, 2015, 06:17:36 pm
Nice BJ :P Is it French Beige?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 July, 2015, 10:08:42 pm
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/j4qqlzkn10p4zje/AAAzZaOOMmFFh-e3O3rdzb-ya

(Dropbox is shit and embedded links don't work)

NSTN's old Brompton, now rebuilt and just missing a chain because I need a 13T sprocket.  I found a 44T  ring in the shed.  The wheels are my SON/AW set.  The seatpost is an inch and a half too short but will do for flatties and All-Stars.  I have one of those Chinese extended Ti posts, if I dare use it.  It weighs 285g and is somewhat flexible, if apparently better made than the Brompton Ti post (see red bike).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 30 July, 2015, 10:57:39 pm
You forgot the Marmite :p
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 31 July, 2015, 07:21:25 am
Quote from: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:36:44 am
gratuitous Bob Jackson pic

Leaning on the wall at the Chiddingstone Tea Rooms Kent

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg.html)

How does it ride, now you've got used to it. Mine seems to have bedded in after about 9000km, or prob I'm used to it now and stopped fettling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 31 July, 2015, 09:43:43 am
Quote from: slope on 30 July, 2015, 06:17:36 pm
Nice BJ :P Is it French Beige?

Yes French Beige and Ivory
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 31 July, 2015, 09:54:21 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 31 July, 2015, 07:21:25 am
Quote from: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:36:44 am
gratuitous Bob Jackson pic

Leaning on the wall at the Chiddingstone Tea Rooms Kent

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg.html)

How does it ride, now you've got used to it. Mine seems to have bedded in after about 9000km, or prob I'm used to it now and stopped fettling.

It's very comfortable, soaks up the road bumps nicely I'm still not sure if I could do with a shorter stem but I'm sticking with the one I have for the moment.
There where one or two annoying creaks, I've sorted out the creaky stem, but there is another from around the bottom bracket, which strangely enough stopped in the torrential rain last sunday. I gave it a good squirt of GT85 and its seems to have done the trick. Even though its  'sealed' bearings I'm going to pack it with grease at the weekend and see if that stops it permanently. I must email BJs as well to see if I can get a little pot of touch up.. not that I need it yet but you never know... Oh yes the brake pads are rubbish in the wet will have to change them I think.

Overall I'm really pleased with it .


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 31 July, 2015, 12:04:13 pm
Funny that ,I too have a slight creak in the bottom bracket area. I sprayed gt85 on the bb shell locknut/ frame interface, and its eased a bit. Maybe needs a nip up, or threads greasing a tad more. But then it may be cranks or pedals. Ohh!! been there before.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 31 July, 2015, 01:13:15 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 31 July, 2015, 12:04:13 pm
Funny that ,I too have a slight creak in the bottom bracket area. I sprayed gt85 on the bb shell locknut/ frame interface, and its eased a bit. Maybe needs a nip up, or threads greasing a tad more. But then it may be cranks or pedals. Ohh!! been there before.

LOL infuriating isn't it !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 31 July, 2015, 01:26:56 pm
Quote from: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:36:44 am
gratuitous Bob Jackson pic

Leaning on the wall at the Chiddingstone Tea Rooms Kent

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/Bob_zpszjt3l7jg.jpg.html)

What seat pin is that, please?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 31 July, 2015, 01:43:37 pm
Quote from: Paul on 31 July, 2015, 01:26:56 pm
Quote from: Otto on 30 July, 2015, 10:36:44 am

What seat pin is that, please?

One of these

http://tinyurl.com/qhtaqvm
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 August, 2015, 06:40:44 pm
My old web hosting doesn't work since I changed ISP on moving house so I had to sign up with one of those dreadful image sites.  Anyway, here's NSTN's SO's old Brompton, a bit better than new.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/9962/2y0R86.jpg)
NOS shifter from bits box

(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/8417/PWur00.jpg)
Rear light, Kool-Stop pads

(http://imageshack.com/a/img538/1956/m4yYtL.jpg)
1970s AW hub.  Currently needs to be parked with a kitchen towel wedged under the sprocket to catch oil seepage...it tends to dry up a few days after oiling it!

(http://imageshack.com/a/img910/1143/o0DjDX.jpg)
B&M Cyo and Marathon Pluses

(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/8590/tlxOLt.jpg)
SON-XS  front hub.  Wasn't as gougingly expensive in 2009 as it would be now.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img540/1218/w7Z6Aq.jpg)
44 x 13 gearing.  Has the little-known advantage that you can tighten a loose rear hinge bolt on the road.  Not that they come loose until you drill the heads off, but you never know.  Sugino XD2 RH crank and a 1/8" 44T ring I found in the shed.  Brompton LH crank because the LH pedal won't fold over a Sugino crank.  Luckily the taper is the same way around on both (diamond not square).  113mm Shimano UN55 BB.  Cheap KMC bling 1/8" chain.

(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/9743/OHQy0V.jpg)
Still not sure if I trust that Chinese titanium seatpost.  A front chainguard is on its way; someone in Taiwan makes 110mm PCD aluminium ones in black.  Which is nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 August, 2015, 09:14:33 am
Nice work, RZ.

Is your shed a bit wonky?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 08 August, 2015, 11:16:50 am
Lovely job, Roger!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 August, 2015, 11:21:25 am
Quote from: SpaceBadger on 08 August, 2015, 09:14:33 am
Is your shed a bit wonky?

That's a bit personal isn't it?!?  >:(

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 August, 2015, 11:53:48 am
Sorry. I couldn't see any slackness in the chain and had nowhere left to go. I panicked!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 August, 2015, 12:16:34 pm
But going for a man's shed ...!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 08 August, 2015, 11:47:45 pm
nice brompton; i wonder if they will ever start building their bikes using current age components and materials - i could be tempted by one!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 09 August, 2015, 02:36:09 pm
There's a disappointingly steady trickle of updated parts on Bromptons.  As of 2013 they've got chainsets and brake levers worked out, for example.

But that's not really the point:  They have the best fold and aren't made of cheese.  Everything else is a bonus.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 August, 2015, 03:11:36 pm
New bars and stem to get more height and a longer reach + mudguards fitted.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/565/20506662492_0096f47b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xf71jq)IMG_2624 (https://flic.kr/p/xf71jq) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/566/20328818679_e311fe0767_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/wYovxM)IMG_2622 (https://flic.kr/p/wYovxM) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/564/20327370030_f29bcc70ae_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/wYg5V5)IMG_2626 (https://flic.kr/p/wYg5V5) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 12 August, 2015, 05:15:48 pm
Apollo has a new bike

(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163516_zpsnwhnyd5j.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163516_zpsnwhnyd5j.jpg.html)

(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163544_zpsdysm2svb.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163544_zpsdysm2svb.jpg.html)



(http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w626/cycleman1081/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163607_zpsmn96w1ne.jpg) (http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/cycleman1081/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150812_163607_zpsmn96w1ne.jpg.html)

It is a norco indie 8 speed hub geared hybrid . fitted with mudguards rack and lights ☺
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 12 August, 2015, 10:17:23 pm
That's a sensible looking bike.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 13 August, 2015, 08:51:41 am
I felt that a hub gear would be easier for Apollo to cope with  :) .it should prove to be easier to maintain as well .bonus  :thumbsup:.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 13 August, 2015, 08:34:37 pm
A couple of contrasting yet purposeful bikes there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 13 August, 2015, 09:31:57 pm
Quote from: windy on 12 August, 2015, 03:11:36 pm
New bars and stem to get more height and a longer reach + mudguards fitted.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/565/20506662492_0096f47b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xf71jq)IMG_2624 (https://flic.kr/p/xf71jq) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr


Is that a very short top tube (hence longer reach comment)?

Or is it just a long way away?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 August, 2015, 09:34:26 am
22.5", I had a 13cm stem but was banging my knees on the bars so swapped it with a 15cm. The raised height is much more comfortable (I can't get into the 'race position' like I used to), but the reach feels too long - maybe it was the bend of the Noodley's that was wrong?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 14 August, 2015, 06:31:41 pm
Fairly typical length, then. Must just be my eyesight!

A very nice, tidy bike  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 17 August, 2015, 03:48:37 pm
The Long Unridden Mountain Bike and the Severn Vale.

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/20150817_104324_zps2gkdwb3h.jpg)

I confused myself, thinking of the rules of the Fully Loaded Touring Bike thread!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 August, 2015, 12:28:15 pm
Is that Haresfield Beacon?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2015, 08:01:55 pm
New toy:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/rockrider/2015_08_26_16_33_58.sized.jpg) (http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/rockrider/2015_08_26_16_33_58.jpg)

bTwin Rockrider 560 - reduced to £399 in the sale at Decathlon (you might still be able to get one if you're a giant or a dwarf).  I've added an adjustable stem, swapped the cranks for XT to get 165mm length,  added an M:Part skewer-mounted rear rack (with a mudguard that I formed under the grill from a bit of 1.5mm ABS sheet, and the Excellent Infini Rear Light from the folding BSO) and an SKS front mudguard, cut the bars down by 30mm each side and added cheap Chinese Ergon-clone grips[1].  Oh, and a proper BG saddle - the stock one was almost as nasty as that Islabikes thing SmallestCub uses   :hand:

It's surprisingly good off-road.  Suspension and hydraulic disc brakes hasn't been invented when I last rode mountain bikes, so the improvement from those is dramatic, and of course the tyres are knobbly enough to be reassuring on mud.  But I wasn't expecting it to be so much faster than my hybrid when confronted with loose gravel.  It blats along towpaths at 15mph with about the same amount of effort as it needs on tarmac.  The beautifully low 3x10 Deore/SLX gearing meant I could winch up the Ackers Sisyphus Slalom with several gears to spare.  So this afternoon's quick shakedown ride to fettle the bar position accidentally turned into a muddy 20 miler, in spite of the rain and random sexual harassment from the local wildlife.  I'd forgotten how much fun sensible off-roading could be.

(Mental note: invest in water bottle with lid)


ETA: Photo updated to show extended rear mudguard.


[1] These are an improvement over the stock grips, which are designed to catch hair as you fettle anything in the vicinity of the front wheel, and then pull it out painfully when you stand up.  I'm not sure I like the bar-ends though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 23 August, 2015, 08:06:51 pm
very nice Kim :thumbsup:

you'll be getting all dirty now ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 August, 2015, 12:46:24 am
Quote from: bumper on 23 August, 2015, 08:06:51 pm
you'll be getting all dirty now ;D

Yup.   :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 August, 2015, 10:49:45 am
Nice. Apart from the front mudguard.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 August, 2015, 12:56:57 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 August, 2015, 10:49:45 am
Nice. Apart from the front mudguard.

Obviously mountain bike mudguards are inherently fugly, being designed to - in order of priority:
a) fit around the bouncy bits
b) not clog with mud or jam the wheel
c) keep the headset dry
d) stop the front half of the rider being splattered in poo, at least from the knee upwards[1]

or alternatively, for the other popular front mudguard design:
a) keep the manufacturer's logo on the downtube clean
b) erm, that's it

That aside, it's a pretty good example of the species, being a much higher quality than the type usually found on BSOs.  The mounting is secure (or at least it is thanks to the addition of a bit of inner tube as a shim on the expansion plug), features a quick-release for ease of car transport, and the plastic is a lot less bendy than you'd expect.  http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/sks-shockblade-ii-front-mudguard/rp-prod104735

It's the DIY one at the back that needs work.  While integrating with the rack is neat and avoids the worst of the badger-stripe effect, it doesn't stick out far enough to the rear to prevent hilarious accumulation of mud on top of the rack bag.  I'll make a 'tail' to attach to the light mount...


[1] If you're going mountain biking you're going to get muddy legs at a minimum.  If nothing else, from the bits where you get off the bike.  If it's less technical, I can use the hybrid with its much more competent mudguards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 August, 2015, 01:22:27 pm
I agree, Kim, and it was a criticism of MTB mudguard design rather than your mudguard selection and fettling abilities. If I'd wanted to criticise those I'd have said something like, 'Nice bike, Kim, but sort that fugly mudguard out before you dare show it here again,' where 'sort out' would be a euphemism for 'incinerate'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 August, 2015, 01:41:49 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 August, 2015, 01:22:27 pm
I agree, Kim, and it was a criticism of MTB mudguard design rather than your mudguard selection and fettling abilities. If I'd wanted to criticise those I'd have said something like, 'Nice bike, Kim, but sort that fugly mudguard out before you dare show it here again,' where 'sort out' would be a euphemism for 'incinerate'.

Best tool for the job, and all that.  It is at least on a mountain bike.  It's MTB mudguards on road-going bikes that are a crime against humanity.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 24 August, 2015, 03:45:58 pm
If you are not planning to ride in the sort of mud that requires poking with sticks to allow the wheels to turn then ordinary SKS guards for fat tyres are entirely adequate albeit that some bodging may be required to fit the front one to a boingy fork.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 24 August, 2015, 04:01:22 pm
Quote from: Vince on 17 August, 2015, 03:48:37 pm
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/20150817_104324_zps2gkdwb3h.jpg)


Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 18 August, 2015, 12:28:15 pm
Is that Haresfield Beacon?
Its above Uley looking West with Stinchcombe Hill just visible on the left.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 August, 2015, 05:21:09 pm
Quote from: Mr Larrington on 24 August, 2015, 03:45:58 pm
If you are not planning to ride in the sort of mud that requires poking with sticks to allow the wheels to turn...

That's the general idea - proper mud, and silly bouncy stuff that my wrists would baulk at on a rigid bike with touring tyres.  I expect I'll have a crack at the Sands Of Doom at some point, too.   :demon:

I have sensible bikes for the other stuff.  (TBH, rim brakes notwithstanding, the hybrid armed with cross tyres is competent at moderate levels of mud, except that the mudguards rapidly fill up with plaster-casts of themselves - impeding further progress, and it's a nightmare to clean afterwards.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 24 August, 2015, 07:59:49 pm
Sand's of doom tunnel ride planning trip Kim  ;D :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 02:47:16 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/711/20764452769_09915e5722_b.jpg)

Teh shiny  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 28 August, 2015, 02:58:28 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 02:47:16 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/711/20764452769_09915e5722_b.jpg)
Teh shiny  :)
Very nice!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: orienteer on 28 August, 2015, 03:05:16 pm
Quote from: Kim on 24 August, 2015, 05:21:09 pm
Quote from: Mr Larrington on 24 August, 2015, 03:45:58 pm
If you are not planning to ride in the sort of mud that requires poking with sticks to allow the wheels to turn...

That's the general idea - proper mud, and silly bouncy stuff that my wrists would baulk at on a rigid bike with touring tyres.  I expect I'll have a crack at the Sands Of Doom at some point, too.   :demon:

I have sensible bikes for the other stuff.  (TBH, rim brakes notwithstanding, the hybrid armed with cross tyres is competent at moderate levels of mud, except that the mudguards rapidly fill up with plaster-casts of themselves - impeding further progress, and it's a nightmare to clean afterwards.)

I found an effective way to reduce the mud filling mudguards is to position the rear of the mudguard closer to the tyre than the rest of the mudguard. This tends to scrape the worst off before it gets under the mudguard.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 03:29:34 pm
That looks excellent bobb!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 28 August, 2015, 03:36:52 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 02:47:16 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/711/20764452769_09915e5722_b.jpg)

Teh shiny  :)

phwoor.  What's that then? 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 03:42:13 pm
Quote from: mike on 28 August, 2015, 03:36:52 pm
phwoor.  What's that then? 

Kinesis Tripster ATR Ti :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 28 August, 2015, 03:52:46 pm
very nice indeed!

This is the latest incarnation of my 50 quid ebay special mtb, I'm not sure what brand it was but I bought it 10 years ago and love it - it's bloody light with fantastic handling, and vintage XT kit.    With slicks (1.5" paselas), an SQR block for the shopping and mary bars & bar end shifters it's brilliant for nipping round town. 

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_2040_zpslsur6u6l.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:11:57 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 03:42:13 pm
Quote from: mike on 28 August, 2015, 03:36:52 pm
phwoor.  What's that then? 

Kinesis Tripster ATR Ti :)

Mudguards???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 05:14:31 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:11:57 pm
Mudguards???

Fear not - I have some bling mudguards to go on!

(If mudguards could ever be described as bling that is...)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:34:52 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 05:14:31 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:11:57 pm
Mudguards???

Fear not - I have some bling mudguards to go on!

(If mudguards could ever be described as bling that is...)

Phew, I was worried.  Gentlemen ride bicycles with mudguards.  And mudguards can be described as bling  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 28 August, 2015, 08:13:44 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 02:47:16 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/711/20764452769_09915e5722_b.jpg)

Teh shiny  :)

Very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 31 August, 2015, 12:30:57 pm
Quote from: bobb on 28 August, 2015, 02:47:16 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/711/20764452769_09915e5722_b.jpg)

Teh shiny  :)
*Open image in new window*
*Zoom*
*Zoom again*

Good grief bobb!
That's lovely.
And so not you.
Give it to me.
Fear not. It's way to big for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 31 August, 2015, 12:55:08 pm
Lovely indeed Bobb. Probably also too big for me :)  As you have Campag gearing, I assume those are Hy-Rd brakes?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Arellcat on 31 August, 2015, 09:04:40 pm
Quote from: mike on 28 August, 2015, 03:52:46 pm
This is the latest incarnation of my 50 quid ebay special mtb, I'm not sure what brand it was but I bought it 10 years ago and love it - it's bloody light with fantastic handling, and vintage XT kit.

It looks a lot like a mid-90s Orange P7.  Orange was very fond of wishbone seat stays.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 01 September, 2015, 05:12:35 pm
Quote from: StuAff on 31 August, 2015, 12:55:08 pm
Lovely indeed Bobb. Probably also too big for me :)  As you have Campag gearing, I assume those are Hy-Rd brakes?

They're Spyres rather than Hy-Rds. I was going to get Hy-Rds, but as Oscar's Dad found out, the only (mainstream) levers they work satisfactorily with are the latest generation Shimano. Campag levers don't pull enough cable. In fact, TRP's own levers don't pull enough cable! They don't bother to mention this on their website or anywhere in their blurb. So Spyres it is for now. I'm pretty happy with them so far, although there is quite a lot of lever throw...

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:11:57 pm
Mudguards???

Here you go  :P

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/566/20440753904_3fb2703ebf_z.jpg) (https://farm1.staticflickr.com/566/20440753904_83d90be854_k.jpg)

Big (https://farm1.staticflickr.com/566/20440753904_83d90be854_k.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 01 September, 2015, 05:16:33 pm
Thorough.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2015, 05:19:22 pm
Quote from: bobb on 01 September, 2015, 05:12:35 pm
Quote from: StuAff on 31 August, 2015, 12:55:08 pm
Lovely indeed Bobb. Probably also too big for me :)  As you have Campag gearing, I assume those are Hy-Rd brakes?

They're Spyres rather than Hy-Rds. I was going to get Hy-Rds, but as Oscar's Dad found out, the only (mainstream) levers they work satisfactorily with are the latest generation Shimano. Campag levers don't pull enough cable. In fact, TRP's own levers don't pull enough cable! They don't bother to mention this on their website or anywhere in their blurb. So Spyres it is for now. I'm pretty happy with them so far, although there is quite a lot of lever throw...

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 August, 2015, 05:11:57 pm
Mudguards???


Excess lever throw?  That's interesting.  Mine are fine, a combination of pad adjustment at the caliper and tweaking the barrel adjuster has them just right.

I'm very relieved to see the mudguards and generous rear flap  :thumbsup:

How heavy is the bike with all that gear on?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 01 September, 2015, 05:26:24 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2015, 05:19:22 pm
Excess lever throw?  That's interesting.  Mine are fine, a combination of pad adjustment at the caliper and tweaking the barrel adjuster has them just right.

Yes, it's a bit tricky getting the pads close enough for a nice amount of lever throw, but far enough away to erradicate irritating rubbing noises!

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2015, 05:19:22 pm
I'm very relieved to see the mudguards and generous rear flap  :thumbsup:

I'm a considerate chap, hence the long flap.  :P

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2015, 05:19:22 pm
How heavy is the bike with all that gear on?

Not very! Those mudguards weigh fuck all! I haven't weighed it - it's light rather than very light.

Quote from: Jurek on 01 September, 2015, 05:16:33 pm
Thorough.

I just need to chop another 2 or 3 inches off the bottom of the front guard (I already removed about 4!) and trim the stays to a neater length. I also need a stem with a couple of degrees more drop to get the angle exactly the same as the top tube. Plus a few other bits and pieces...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 September, 2015, 05:35:01 pm
You and tippers are both gits as I'm now thinking about an upgrade for the Ribble and both your new steeds are under consideration.

Re lever throw, we'll have to compare your Spyres and those on Fred.  Given the amount of grief disc brakes have caused me recently and the BB7s on my old Claud Butler a few years back, I was delighted that my Spyres were very easy to set up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 03 September, 2015, 09:45:42 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5783/21096882062_8b3d0a115b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/y9g32U)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 03 September, 2015, 10:00:43 am
Nice! Magic gear?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 03 September, 2015, 10:13:38 am
Quote from: chris n on 03 September, 2015, 09:45:42 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5783/21096882062_8b3d0a115b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/y9g32U)

Very tasty! 

Nicely slammed as well.

How is the chain tensioned?

Looks good and fast!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 03 September, 2015, 10:33:33 am
Ta both. :)

It's an eccentric BB:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5635/20919077388_656bd32d3f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xSxJU5)
Lets you use 24mm axles in a PF30 shell.  No rear brake though, as the eccentric gets in the way of the BB guide for the internal cable routing (which used to be where that big hole is).

It only looks slammed cos it's a Synapse - low BB and long HT make it look like the bars are low.  Stock it comes with a conical 25mm spacer/bearing preload cap but that puts the bars way too high.  I replaced it with a flat one from a Super Six, plus a 5mm spacer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 03 September, 2015, 05:54:10 pm
Someone has stolen the gears since I last saw your bike Chris ...............

Anyway, in preparation for the (Not) The Friday's Tour of the Low Countries 2015, I've put the rack back on the Dirty Disco:-

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/567/20927909948_e5387e0a47_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xTk1vA)15-09-03 Dirty Disco with Rack (https://flic.kr/p/xTk1vA) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr



I came to dislike the way that my saddlebag makes the back of the bike "wag" when I'm out of the saddle and the rack and bag (Ortleib "rack pack") barely weigh any more than the Carradice.
I'll take another picture tomorrow when it's loaded up.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 06 September, 2015, 06:01:01 pm
My new beast after just completed an 80k sportif today
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a257/ottocat/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0006_zpsnxigt2dr.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/ottocat/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DSC_0006_zpsnxigt2dr.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 07 September, 2015, 04:37:05 pm
Didn't Do the sportive on the BJ? :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Otto on 07 September, 2015, 04:57:37 pm
Sadly no... I did think about it but this one is so much lighter.... lol
BJ used every weekend for the club run and long trips to the cake cafe!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 08 September, 2015, 11:18:33 pm
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/DSC05805.jpg) (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/mattlangridge/media/DSC05805.jpg.html)

My new (to me) 2013 Trek Stache 8 29er.

17.5" frame. Shimano SLX 10 speed shifters, SLX fron mech, Deore XT Shadow Plus rear mech (fitted with a clutch mechanism to stifffen the spring and reduce chain slap), Race Face Turbine 8/24 double crankset, 11-36 10 speed cassette, SLX hydraulic disc brakes, Fox Evolution Series 32 Float fork with CTD (Climb/ Trail/ Descend settings), Rock Shock Reverb drpper seat post.

Bought from a bike shop mate who was selling to fund his upgrade to a new Trek Remedy full susser. I borrowed this bike a few weeks ago for an evening ride with the guys from the shop- 22 miles off road from Marlow to henley and back (with a couple of pints and dinner in the middle) and it was an absolute blast. I decided then that I needed a mountain bike (I only had an early 90's rigid Raleigh with a 6 speed triplw/ gripshifter set up which was not upt to it).

Right place at the right time. First commute in the morning. I think I might be late for work  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 09 September, 2015, 12:18:20 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 08 September, 2015, 11:18:33 pm
Right place at the right time. First commute in the morning. I think I might be late for work  ;D

Or at least an interesting colour when you get there...

Good stuff.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 09 September, 2015, 08:47:29 am
Quote from: Kim on 09 September, 2015, 12:18:20 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 08 September, 2015, 11:18:33 pm
Right place at the right time. First commute in the morning. I think I might be late for work  ;D

Or at least an interesting colour when you get there...

Good stuff.   :thumbsup:

I was right- as were you.....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 September, 2015, 06:08:10 pm
After battling with the new and improved Fuckr, here's a picture of the Disco with luggage.
The Ortleib Rack Pack contains my non-cycling gear while the frame bag has waterproof and leg/arm-warmers and other clothing that I might need or have taken off. The bar-bag has tools, tubes, sun-cream etc.
The system works well except if I need to get something out of the rack-pack during the day and the rack-pack is a pain to fit and remove.
Once on the bike, it's supremely stable, aero and narrow enough to get through bike-gates and the like.

The picture shows the bike on the Friday's Lowland Tour last week. We had lots of pave and even some off-road.
The orange bungees are for fastening the bikes (Helen was with me, she used a ruck-sack  ::-)) on trains. The rack-pack is held on with 2 velcro straps and 2 short bungees. It's belt, braces and string ...........

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5650/21395963446_56ca0a950f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/yAFUvu)15-09-06 Dirty Disco with rack and luggage (https://flic.kr/p/yAFUvu) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 September, 2015, 09:13:41 pm
It looks as though you might have sacrificed some convenience for some aero - would that be fair?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 15 September, 2015, 10:55:27 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 September, 2015, 09:13:41 pm
It looks as though you might have sacrificed some convenience for some aero - would that be fair?

Yes.
I've done a few rides with panniers and I've been really frustrated by the effects of headwinds.
On the Lowlands tour, we had constant headwinds courtesy of the high pressure over the UK.
I was really pleased with my set-up on that score.
A further benefit is that I go downhill very quickly, even when I'm not pedalling.
Another plus is that my rack/rack pack combo is about the same weight as my Carradice saddle-bag and much lighter than a rack/pannier set up.
I should add that my rack is mounted on the rear axle so, if I have a puncture, it's hard work to remove the rear wheel.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 September, 2015, 11:09:17 pm
That all makes sense. The rear mounting system looks very specific. It is presumably the best you could manage. What would you guess was the average puncture/need to remove the rear wheel per mile?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 15 September, 2015, 11:14:08 pm
Quote from: Andrew Br on 15 September, 2015, 10:55:27 pm
I should add that my rack is mounted on the rear axle so, if I have a puncture, it's hard work to remove the rear wheel.

Having done this on my mountain bike (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg1907956#msg1907956) due to lack of braze-ons, I can confirm that it's a lot more annoying than it sounds:

Completely removing the skewer isn't really a big deal (as long as you pay attention to not losing the springs, though they're mostly redundant once there's a rack stopping the wheel from dropping out anyway).  But as soon as the skewer's out, the rack starts flopping about.  Which means you can't use it to hold the bike while re-fitting the wheel, as you'd naturally want to - it just gets in the way of grabbing seatstays or other likely bits of frame.  Lining up the rack and axle in order to re-insert the skewer is a bit of a faff as well.

Obviously panniers would have to come off anyway to stop the bike being unwieldy, but if there's a lightly loaded racktop bag (which is mostly why I want a rack in the first place) you might normally be inclined to leave it in place - but that's not practical when the rack is going to be flapping about on its upper supports.


(On the other hand, it makes for an easily removed rack, and - critically - avoids the need for *shudder* saddlebags.  It's also allowed me to bodge up a better solution than the usual MTB rear mudguard.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 21 September, 2015, 08:51:14 am
My steel bike these days.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/638/21551556476_c1d864cd7f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW)The B'Eagle (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Still on 8-spd (probably unusual) as the old campag chorus chainset most probably wouldn't be great with 9-spd - but I'm used to it, so no problem.  I have a 9/10 chainset waiting in the wings for when the time come.  Here sporting new Pasela PT 28mm tyres.  Also have Tiramisu bars on atm, good for long 'empty' stretches on road.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 September, 2015, 09:19:02 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 21 September, 2015, 08:51:14 am
My steel bike these days.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/638/21551556476_c1d864cd7f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW)The B'Eagle (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Still on 8-spd (probably unusual) as the old campag chous chainset most probably wouldn't be great with 9-spd - but I'm used to it, so no problem.  I have a 9/10 chainset waiting in the wings for when the time come.  Here sporting new Pasela PT 28mm tyres.  Also have Tiramisu bars on atm, good for long 'empty' stretches on road.

I rather like that! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 September, 2015, 01:58:51 am
Proper!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 29 September, 2015, 06:35:31 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/IGOR/100_1819_zpsd956660e.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/IGOR/100_1819_zpsd956660e.jpg.html)

took IGOR on a ruff stuff weekend , as is, minus rear bag. Coped very well on slicks, other 19 had knobblies, didn't slow me down tho', but started to struggle a bit by the end of the second day. This was FULL ON  stuff, down the Summer lightening trail, at Leith hill in Surrey, and back up again, quite muddy. Went ot give it a clean today and............

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/WP_20150929_12_19_43_Pro_zpswv22cv3e.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/WP_20150929_12_19_43_Pro_zpswv22cv3e.jpg.html)



OOOOppss! :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 September, 2015, 11:45:37 pm
Armadillo by any chance?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 30 September, 2015, 07:08:48 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 29 September, 2015, 11:45:37 pm
Armadillo by any chance?

Oui monseuir.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 30 September, 2015, 08:50:00 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 30 September, 2015, 07:08:48 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 29 September, 2015, 11:45:37 pm
Armadillo by any chance?

Oui monseuir.

You're not alone.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 02 October, 2015, 01:45:51 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 21 September, 2015, 08:51:14 am
My steel bike these days.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/638/21551556476_c1d864cd7f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW)The B'Eagle (https://flic.kr/p/yQrmTW) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Still on 8-spd (probably unusual) as the old campag chorus chainset most probably wouldn't be great with 9-spd - but I'm used to it, so no problem.  I have a 9/10 chainset waiting in the wings for when the time come.  Here sporting new Pasela PT 28mm tyres.  Also have Tiramisu bars on atm, good for long 'empty' stretches on road.



Nice  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: redshift on 04 October, 2015, 08:30:16 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 30 September, 2015, 08:50:00 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 30 September, 2015, 07:08:48 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 29 September, 2015, 11:45:37 pm
Armadillo by any chance?

Oui monseuir.

You're not alone.

I stopped using Spesh tyres due to delamination problems, fortunately not during a ride.  T sorted me out with Schwalbes at short notice (handy he's my brother, as it was a Sunday!) and I've used them since with no problems.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 04 October, 2015, 08:45:00 pm
Cheers BlodwynP, Clarion & Windy.  Since the beginning of August I've ridden this bike exclusively, and the new-ish Brookes is breaking in well - so will hopefully be good n'comfy for the 'Upper Thames' next month...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 04 October, 2015, 11:03:20 pm
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/mattlangridge/Photo0151.jpg) (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/mattlangridge/media/Photo0151.jpg.html)

My Trek Stache in the surroundings for which it was intended.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 18 October, 2015, 06:44:58 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12088370_10101466131742400_2200275911799169600_n.jpg?oh=6ae3b2ca29f5e23fe0977f0571fdc0ac&oe=56D1125B&__gda__=1455526814_c0e1eaa5006b84d7c4888e31e5e702dc)

My Trek Stache 9 loaded up and ready for winter. Mainly Alpkit luggage. Few carbon bits and bobs to get the weight down to 25lbs. Currently running Surly Dirt Wizards tubeless, and they are great in gloopy mud. Not as nice as Chupacabras for rocks and stuff. Next off road thing likely to be the Pennine Loop ITT. Until then, it'll do an off road commute once a week to keep my MTB hand in in the dark months.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 18 October, 2015, 09:06:25 am
Chain gives a new meaning to "rear triangle"!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 18 October, 2015, 11:05:01 am
My new Litespeed T5 Gravel....
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5676/22257261992_a375d956ee_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 18 October, 2015, 09:40:26 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 18 October, 2015, 06:44:58 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12088370_10101466131742400_2200275911799169600_n.jpg?oh=6ae3b2ca29f5e23fe0977f0571fdc0ac&oe=56D1125B&__gda__=1455526814_c0e1eaa5006b84d7c4888e31e5e702dc)

My Trek Stache 9 loaded up and ready for winter. Mainly Alpkit luggage. Few carbon bits and bobs to get the weight down to 25lbs. Currently running Surly Dirt Wizards tubeless, and they are great in gloopy mud. Not as nice as Chupacabras for rocks and stuff. Next off road thing likely to be the Pennine Loop ITT. Until then, it'll do an off road commute once a week to keep my MTB hand in in the dark months.

Great looking bike, I like it a lot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rcbprk on 19 October, 2015, 04:26:12 pm
I'm new to yacf, and only did my first audax a couple of weeks ago (Gerry's Autumn Brevet) - really enjoyed it and want more!

I ride a 1975 Woodrup with new(ish) components. It really needs an upgrade to modern shifters and maybe some new wheels, but other than that I'm happy with it:

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/492/19819029929_0f59b66a2f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ramchip on 20 October, 2015, 03:41:08 pm
My new long distance ride. Can't believe how smooth the ride is :-)

(http://www.bikingtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/my_litespeed_titanium.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 21 October, 2015, 10:36:19 am
Quote from: ramchip on 20 October, 2015, 03:41:08 pm
My new long distance ride. Can't believe how smooth the ride is :-)

(http://www.bikingtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/my_litespeed_titanium.jpg)
I can (see above ;) ).
Mine's a bit heavier than yours, but it's not exactly fat either (in the same ballpark as my carbon Viner) despite 35mm tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 26 October, 2015, 07:44:52 pm
Playing with the MTB again.

It was Marys and SS last winter - this year back to gears,and swapped the bars for Midges. Spiked winter tyres back on board and some Tektro levers to pull the new V-brakes - quick spin 'round the block' - feels good :)

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/12187668_10153695451047486_8821145432131325601_n.jpg?oh=17ee1922e1021a866047d3b1af5ce458&oe=56C0D861)

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12122765_10153695450847486_7931531990625745284_n.jpg?oh=f9feb988101dcf1a46fc04409ed2a8a9&oe=56B87A41)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 26 October, 2015, 07:50:30 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/2015_herbst-2.jpg)

My olde Batavus Sprint, in its current incarnation as a singlespeed, on our way to the shops.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 26 October, 2015, 08:18:15 pm
The clocks have gone back, so the Merida is on the turbo, and my Raleigh is back on the road :)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Ij-WGjlR6wM/Vi6ITPxy06I/AAAAAAAALRc/SZE8vWoNSLY/w737-h553-no/20151026_200513.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 26 October, 2015, 08:41:31 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 26 October, 2015, 08:18:15 pm
The clocks have gone back, so the Merida is on the turbo, and my Raleigh is back on the road :)

Kitchens a bit tidy
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 26 October, 2015, 08:43:13 pm
Quote from: ijsbrand on 26 October, 2015, 07:50:30 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/2015_herbst-2.jpg)

My olde Batavus Sprint, in its current incarnation as a singlespeed, on our way to the shops.

Very nice, the setting, the bike and the photo - Like a calendar picture for October  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 26 October, 2015, 08:46:00 pm
Quote from: windy on 26 October, 2015, 07:44:52 pm
Playing with the MTB again.

It was Marys and SS last winter - this year back to gears,and swapped the bars for Midges. Spiked winter tyres back on board and some Tektro levers to pull the new V-brakes - quick spin 'round the block' - feels good :)

Why not  - its as good as a rest.
Why - just because or did you not get on with the SS & Marys as much as you thought ?

V. neat bar tape btw.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 26 October, 2015, 08:53:00 pm
I can't believe I forgot to post this here--it's my best thrift-store find ever. A 1986 Trek 400T, 531 frame--I just replaced the bars and brake levers (can't stand those old 39cm bars) and added my old Nelson Longflap.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/735/22313619498_d1fc9caa45_b.jpg)

(And yes, it's a bit tall. This won't be my trail bike.  :P )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 26 October, 2015, 10:08:33 pm
Quote from: windy on 26 October, 2015, 07:44:52 pm
Playing with the MTB again.

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/12187668_10153695451047486_8821145432131325601_n.jpg?oh=17ee1922e1021a866047d3b1af5ce458&oe=56C0D861)

snap!

(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a19/mikes99mail/IMG_2040_zpslsur6u6l.jpg)

(I need to fit mudguards soon too)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 October, 2015, 10:10:29 pm
Quote from: ijsbrand on 26 October, 2015, 07:50:30 pm
My olde Batavus Sprint...

Gorgeous composition.

Now, mind you go straight to the shops, and don't be straying from the path, Little Red.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 26 October, 2015, 10:20:33 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 26 October, 2015, 08:46:00 pm
Quote from: windy on 26 October, 2015, 07:44:52 pm
Playing with the MTB again.

It was Marys and SS last winter - this year back to gears,and swapped the bars for Midges. Spiked winter tyres back on board and some Tektro levers to pull the new V-brakes - quick spin 'round the block' - feels good :)

Why not  - its as good as a rest.
Why - just because or did you not get on with the SS & Marys as much as you thought ?

V. neat bar tape btw.

A change - liked the SS/Mary set up for the short commute but want to get back on the easier local off-road trails this winter.

Cheap Planet X bar tape ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 26 October, 2015, 10:21:00 pm
Quote from: scott on 26 October, 2015, 08:53:00 pm
I can't believe I forgot to post this here--it's my best thrift-store find ever. A 1986 Trek 400T, 531 frame--I just replaced the bars and brake levers (can't stand those old 39cm bars) and added my old Nelson Longflap.
(And yes, it's a bit tall. This won't be my trail bike.  :P )

That's interesting, and a lovely colour (what is it? My colour-blind eyes see it as royal blue, which usually means purple, but I'm on very thin ice here). Is the chainset original? The bike looks a bit 'road-ey' to me, so a triple would be unusual (but not unheard-of).

How does it feel?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 26 October, 2015, 11:31:15 pm
My Dirty Disco on Lancaster Station after the Manchester-Morecambe FNRttC:-

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/752/22478178566_ca44f7a853_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AfjxmS)15-10-17 Dirty Disco at Lancaster Station after FNRttC 2 (https://flic.kr/p/AfjxmS) by Chocolatebike1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31668252@N05/), on Flickr

It's festooned with (spare and not needed) battery packs.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 27 October, 2015, 12:02:18 am
Quote from: Paul on 26 October, 2015, 10:21:00 pm
That's interesting, and a lovely colour (what is it? My colour-blind eyes see it as royal blue, which usually means purple, but I'm on very thin ice here).

Yep, it's blue--not usually my favorite color, but I can cope.

Quote
Is the chainset original? The bike looks a bit 'road-ey' to me, so a triple would be unusual (but not unheard-of).

Yep, all the important parts are original. It's more of a 70s/80s "sport touring" bike than a real touring bike.

Quote
How does it feel?

Mostly hard and metallic, with some rubbery sections.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 27 October, 2015, 01:54:10 pm
my rat-bike turned from:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-48MOzMfhveo/Vi9_MytdiKI/AAAAAAAAErY/WSz7_X73WlI/s640-Ic42/2015-04-27%25252018.15.30r.jpg)

into:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7jJRNjopnEY/Vi9_NhUZTEI/AAAAAAAAErc/1L0CAJms040/s640-Ic42/20151027_101449r.jpg)

most of the bits were transferred across, the rest retrieved from the spares box. 69" gear, ride is smooth and quiet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 01 November, 2015, 02:26:47 pm
Cotic Escapade, freshly converted from fixed commuter to 1x11 gnarmac bridleslayer.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/577/22645880096_1f5ce6dd75_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Av94by)

Drivetrain is an experiment: Ultegra 11S RH shifter, Alfine Di2 mechanical LH brake lever, Superstar 40T narrow/wide ring, XT 11-40T 11 speed cassette, KMC chain, Ultegra rear mech with Lindarets Road Link and 8/9/10S XT M756 rear hub. Works perfectly so far. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: scott on 02 November, 2015, 02:23:56 pm
Looks great, Chris
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 02 November, 2015, 02:29:44 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 26 October, 2015, 08:18:15 pm
The clocks have gone back, so the Merida is on the turbo, and my Raleigh is back on the road :)

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Ij-WGjlR6wM/Vi6ITPxy06I/AAAAAAAALRc/SZE8vWoNSLY/w737-h553-no/20151026_200513.jpg)

Well that lasted a long time! Cracked the frame audaxing on Saturday and it's back out of action again :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Morat on 02 November, 2015, 11:15:23 pm
(http://www.lard.me.uk/images/jake.jpg) (http://www.lard.me.uk/images/jake.jpg)

Kona Jake the Snake with road tyres (Schwalbe One 28mm) because I ride it on the road and 50/34 x 11/32 because 'cross gearing was far too closely spaced for me. Oh, and the lowest gear was 36/28 which didn't help me winch my XXL frame up the hills.
My first road bike (OK ok, it's a 'cross bike) since I was 16 and I love it. Really love it.

**image fixed, click for full size. Sorry!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 03 November, 2015, 03:07:59 pm
Quote from: chris n on 01 November, 2015, 02:26:47 pm
Cotic Escapade, freshly converted from fixed commuter to 1x11 gnarmac bridleslayer.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/577/22645880096_1f5ce6dd75_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Av94by)

Drivetrain is an experiment: Ultegra 11S RH shifter, Alfine Di2 mechanical LH brake lever, Superstar 40T narrow/wide ring, XT 11-40T 11 speed cassette, KMC chain, Ultegra rear mech with Lindarets Road Link and 8/9/10S XT M756 rear hub. Works perfectly so far. :thumbsup:

Looks great, very purposeful.

I've been very tempted to build a 1*n Winter bike for years.  Maybe not a 1*11 because I'd like to keep the cost of consumables low so an 8 or 9 speed would be ideal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 03 November, 2015, 08:44:38 pm
Quote from: chris n on 01 November, 2015, 02:26:47 pm
Cotic Escapade, freshly converted from fixed commuter to 1x11 gnarmac bridleslayer.

Looks very nice, colour complements the surroundings nicely too!


Quote from: Morat on 02 November, 2015, 11:15:23 pm
My first road bike (OK ok, it's a 'cross bike) since I was 16 and I love it. Really love it.

Sorry, Morat, image not working here.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 03 November, 2015, 08:47:06 pm
Thanks scott and LEE (and dan). :thumbsup:

I thought about building it as 1x9 or 1x10, but the wide range and relatively close spacings available with the 11-40 cassette (27-100") makes more sense for this bike's intended use as a mixed-surface light tourer and child-seat carrier.  The cassette was £55 but I imagine they'll come down in price as 11 speed trickles down to lower groupsets.  No idea how well it's going to wear though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 04 November, 2015, 08:34:30 pm
Quote from: chris n on 01 November, 2015, 02:26:47 pm
Cotic Escapade, freshly converted from fixed commuter to 1x11 gnarmac bridleslayer.
Nice. Mudguards?

And wherefore the routing of the rear mech cable?

(I thought you said 'brideslayer' :o)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 04 November, 2015, 09:42:20 pm
Yeah, Morat  - No pic  :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 04 November, 2015, 09:54:44 pm
Quote from: Paul on 04 November, 2015, 08:34:30 pm
Nice. Mudguards?

And wherefore the routing of the rear mech cable?

(I thought you said 'brideslayer' :o)

 :thumbsup: Didn't fit over the fat tyres. I'll put them back on later in the winter when I get fed up of cleaning it (and me) after each ride.

LH side of HT, across the DT, under the BB and along the chain stay.

Yeah. It's a weapon. A gnarpoon. 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 November, 2015, 09:56:02 pm
Gnarmac bridleslayer  :thumbsup: That phrase deserves a POTD!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 04 November, 2015, 10:04:46 pm
Weren't me guv, shamelessly pinched from either singletrackworld or LFGSS. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2015, 03:15:57 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12193721_10153589104951839_7413678855260748521_n.jpg?oh=03dfaaf770ad7efcc6109a629bbf0e21&oe=56BD5B68)
Well, he's more of an honorary member.  Anyway, an EldestCub with his latest acquisition.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 08 November, 2015, 03:21:35 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2015, 03:15:57 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12193721_10153589104951839_7413678855260748521_n.jpg?oh=03dfaaf770ad7efcc6109a629bbf0e21&oe=56BD5B68)
Well, he's more of an honorary member.  Anyway, an EldestCub with his latest acquisition.
Proper bike  :thumbsup:
M'friend Julie, (not m'Julie) in Whitstable acquired one of those (in a similar, if not identical size) last year for her foray into triathlon.
She remains in awe of 'how powerful the bike is' compared to her ridgeback hybrid commuter  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 08 November, 2015, 03:26:56 pm
Waddya mean, honorary?   He's one of us whether he likes it of not.   ;)   :thumbsup:

Very nice bike btw.   That saddle reminds me of a certain tv advert (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCUN8eJancQ) though.   :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 08 November, 2015, 03:29:18 pm
Quote from: Polar Bear on 08 November, 2015, 03:26:56 pm
That saddle reminds me of a certain tv advert (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCUN8eJancQ) though.   :D

It reminds me of SmallestCub's   :hand:

Good to see he's got the hang of the n+1 rule, anyway.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 09 November, 2015, 02:32:10 pm
n+1/s-1 is inside the box. Perhaps this also belongs on the 'bikes on planes' thread as I brought this home on Ryan Air as booked-in luggage for 15 quid. It's within their size limits and with frame, forks, rims, hubs and other assorted components (plus, bizarre as it sounds, two tins of custard powder, a box of lemsips and some deodorant) it only weighed about 6kg.  Granted, full dismantling may not be the most practical travel option. Carrying it without a trolley from the  terminal to the off-site carpark was comedy, but hey, so what eh?

(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/Mobile%20Uploads/20151109_151709_zpseklym0ln.jpg?1447078974257&1447078983048)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 10 November, 2015, 05:33:40 pm
Quote from: chris n on 01 November, 2015, 02:26:47 pm
Cotic Escapade, freshly converted from fixed commuter to 1x11 gnarmac bridleslayer.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/577/22645880096_1f5ce6dd75_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Av94by)

Drivetrain is an experiment: Ultegra 11S RH shifter, Alfine Di2 mechanical LH brake lever, Superstar 40T narrow/wide ring, XT 11-40T 11 speed cassette, KMC chain, Ultegra rear mech with Lindarets Road Link and 8/9/10S XT M756 rear hub. Works perfectly so far. :thumbsup:


There is something , quite very lovely and delicate about that there bicycle.  :thumbsup:

ps, actually it's quite weird, I've just looked at their website, and the one they show, looks strangely odd with a large chainring, spoils it really.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jhob on 11 November, 2015, 01:21:24 pm
I've built my old, el-cheapo frame up into a single speed hack bike for local errands and the like.

(https://s3.amazonaws.com/f.cl.ly/items/0l2h2f30191i2j1j2831/2015-11-11%2012.48.17.jpg)

Mostly parts I already had knocking around.  The wheels came from freecycle.  Main expense was the parts required to convert to singlespeed - chain tensioner, sprocket, spacers, chainring bolts.

I was trying to build it for as little as possible and annoyingly I bought a new seatpost and then found I already had one and I could have sawn off my old handlebars and used them.  Didn't think about that until I'd already hit the buy button. 

Still, only cost £60 all-in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Morat on 12 November, 2015, 10:19:39 am
I'm a muppet - image fixed above!
Thanks for letting me know. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 15 November, 2015, 11:01:28 pm
For winter.

Used a stunt peg meant for a kids scooter to mount the Hope V1 on my forks...it's a bit clumsy and I suppose I could cut it down a bit but cheaper than the £20 for a purpose made from SJS thanks to the lad in Halfords giving me this one he found in his toolbox

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5820/22628891808_11ff9f9247_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AtCZa3)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/725/22418230294_b210219869_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Aa2hPY)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 21 November, 2015, 05:48:10 pm
Quote from: CrinklyLion on 08 November, 2015, 03:15:57 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12193721_10153589104951839_7413678855260748521_n.jpg?oh=03dfaaf770ad7efcc6109a629bbf0e21&oe=56BD5B68)
Well, he's more of an honorary member.  Anyway, an EldestCub with his latest acquisition.

Good stuff - nice bike to ride; great value.  I bought a Triban3 (60cm) new, as my first aluminium framed bike - having been steel only.  Done quite a few audax rides on it.  Upgraded the wheels to Shimano/Sora derailleur/Brooks and that's about it.  Keep meaning to try Pasela 25mm with the CrudRR2 guards, as only 23mm to date.  Been back on steel since August though.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5785/22787502017_f677d2bd1d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AHDUrP)VIRB0029 (https://flic.kr/p/AHDUrP) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moleman76 on 08 December, 2015, 09:40:10 pm
[urlhttp://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/1930-s-child-s-penny-farting-bicycle.-129-c-3c5479a829][/url]

start them young
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 08 December, 2015, 09:45:56 pm
Quote from: Moleman76 on 08 December, 2015, 09:40:10 pm
[urlhttp://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/1930-s-child-s-penny-farting-bicycle.-129-c-3c5479a829][/url]

start them young

That is a brilliant typo  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 01 January, 2016, 08:18:31 pm
Quote from: ijsbrand on 26 October, 2015, 07:50:30 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/2015_herbst-2.jpg)

My olde Batavus Sprint, in its current incarnation as a singlespeed, on our way to the shops.

I say! any chance of a few more shots of this one...please. :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clemo on 01 January, 2016, 08:56:59 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/605/22230201140_94ecff753a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zSpAj1)Presso-34 (https://flic.kr/p/zSpAj1) by Richie C (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50342416@N05/), on Flickr

The commuter, a bargain picked up on ebay back in the summer now has done nearly 2k miles my first foray into hub gears
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 02 January, 2016, 07:17:21 am
What kind of hub gears are they ? ☺
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Clemo on 02 January, 2016, 12:11:28 pm
Alfine 8
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jhob on 02 January, 2016, 07:35:01 pm
My new Kinesis 4s disc build.

This is it in 'pre-build' state featuring fetching red electrical tape (which was all I had in at the time!)

(http://cl.ly/eCAZ/2015-12-27%2010.17.06-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 02 January, 2016, 08:03:04 pm
Don't think pizza is an acceptable substitute for Marmite!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moleman76 on 06 January, 2016, 08:48:25 pm
[urlhttps://uk.news.yahoo.com/paris-drains-canal-for-the-first-time-in-15-years-112844921.html][/url]

Where all of those missing PBP bikes went.

disclaimer: not my photo, not my bike(s)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 06 January, 2016, 08:50:19 pm
Quote from: Moleman76 on 06 January, 2016, 08:48:25 pm
Where all of those missing PBP bikes went. (https://uk.news.yahoo.com/paris-drains-canal-for-the-first-time-in-15-years-112844921.html)

Where all of those missing PBP bikes went.

disclaimer: not my photo, not my bike(s)
Edited to get link working.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 10 January, 2016, 07:33:45 pm
Lost my Surly virginity - First outing on the Cross-Check :)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1513/24216405441_2609b8723a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CTVpDK)IMG_0517 (https://flic.kr/p/CTVpDK) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 10 January, 2016, 11:40:44 pm
Very cool, windy.

(I'll get a decent photo of my Surly 1x1 with Midge bars sorted out - I quite like the bars for a mixed-terrain bike)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 06:00:12 pm
Just back from an overnighter in the bivvy, it was bloody freezing!

I left at 4.00pm-ish yesterday and was snuggled down in the bivvy at 12.30am. I couldn't be bothered with the tarp so just had a brew and made my little hot water bottle and bedded down. I was awake at 5.00am so made my way back home.

I'm still trying to thaw my thighs and arse cheeks out  ;D

The wind blew my bike down the cliff when I took the photo! Luckily only a graze on the crank arm. Lugging the bugger back up the scree 20ft was the hardest thing I've done all day.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1689/24293086006_db1870e7ed_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/D1Gq7s)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 January, 2016, 06:14:32 pm
Quote from: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 06:00:12 pm
Just back from an overnighter in the bivvy, it was bloody freezing!

I left at 4.00pm-ish yesterday and was snuggled down in the bivvy at 12.30am. I couldn't be bothered with the tarp so just had a brew and made my little hot water bottle and bedded down. I was awake at 5.00am so made my way back home.

I'm still trying to thaw my thighs and arse cheeks out  ;D

The wind blew my bike down the cliff when I took the photo! Luckily only a graze on the crank arm. Lugging the bugger back up the scree 20ft was the hardest thing I've done all day.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1689/24293086006_db1870e7ed_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/D1Gq7s)

Without doubt the best image of a bike posted on YACF.  Fab-u-lous dah-ling.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 06:18:02 pm
 :-*

I'd give you a kiss for that but I'm too frozen to pucker.....................
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jhob on 11 January, 2016, 06:53:06 pm
That really is a fabulous photo, bravo!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 January, 2016, 07:35:44 pm
Quote from: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 06:18:02 pm
:-*

I'd give you a kiss for that but I'm too frozen to pucker.....................

I'd send it to the manufacturer because it's brochure quality.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 07:44:37 pm
they may not appreciate the fact that I've removed all of their branding  ;D

it is going back on but in matt black, not super duper glowy retina burning supernova white.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 January, 2016, 08:07:29 pm
Fuji X-T10 I see.  You can smell the quality.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 11 January, 2016, 08:22:34 pm
It's an excellent camera for the bike. Small with a prime fitted and it chucks out fuji magic too, love it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jhob on 11 January, 2016, 11:46:22 pm
X-e2 user here, love Fuji image quality - just magic. I used to be a wedding photographer with an s5pro, also a fantastic camera.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 12 January, 2016, 08:16:31 am
Quote from: jhob on 11 January, 2016, 11:46:22 pm
X-e2 user here, love Fuji image quality - just magic. I used to be a wedding photographer with an s5pro, also a fantastic camera.

It's amazing how many people are switching over to them. More may well change when the xpro2 and xt2 arrive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2016, 05:20:55 pm
Meet Penelope the Pashley Pronto ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps7lrnw5cu.jpg)

I decided I needed a shopping bike that we could just jump on a whiz into town less than a mile away.  I don't want to have to get dressed into cycling gear and have even bought myself some bike clips ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsk104mmvm.jpg)

I bought Penelope on eBay from a chap in Goole.  Apparently she started life as a works bike at the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston  :o

I case you're interested the saddle cover is from Cath Kidston and I found it in the Man Cave, no idea how it got there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 January, 2016, 06:06:42 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2016, 05:20:55 pm
I bought Penelope on eBay from a chap in Goole.  Apparently she started life as a works bike at the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston  :o

Did she come with a helmet?  Very serious about cycle helmets, the AWE.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 January, 2016, 09:16:41 pm
I don't believe she came from Aldermaston. Surely she'd be glowing brighter than those cycle clips? Talking of which, I find slap wraps (or is it snap wraps?) comfier myself, an old one of which I'm trying to find a use for: must be some ingenious something someone can come up with somehow!

May you do much happy shopping with Penelope (and not require the services of Parker).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2016, 09:18:02 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 January, 2016, 06:06:42 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2016, 05:20:55 pm
I bought Penelope on eBay from a chap in Goole.  Apparently she started life as a works bike at the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston  :o

Did she come with a helmet?  Very serious about cycle helmets, the AWE.

Nope, no Magic Hat  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 16 January, 2016, 10:40:34 am
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg.html)


meet OLIVE.    Ridgeback World Panorama Delux.
After Blodwyns demise, this has now taken its place, but more sturdy and rugged and versatile. Swapped saddle +post, swapped tyres + mudguards, swapped h/bars levers and bar cons, fitted new tape and saddlebag and bingo.  Just need a disc/dynohub up front now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 16 January, 2016, 10:45:16 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 16 January, 2016, 10:40:34 am
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg.html)


meet OLIVE.    Ridgeback Panorama Delux.
After Blodwyns demise, this has now taken its place, but more sturdy and rugged and versatile. Swapped saddle +post, swapped tyres + mudguards, swapped h/bars levers and bar cons, fitted new tape and saddlebag and bingo.  Just need a disc/dynohub up front now.
looks like it means business  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 16 January, 2016, 10:51:12 am
Quote from: windy on 10 January, 2016, 07:33:45 pm
Lost my Surly virginity - First outing on the Cross-Check :)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1513/24216405441_2609b8723a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CTVpDK)IMG_0517 (https://flic.kr/p/CTVpDK) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

That's a cracking looking bike Ian
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 January, 2016, 05:45:18 pm
Surlys tend to look good.  ;D

I like the look of Blodwyn's Ridgeback too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 16 January, 2016, 05:50:14 pm
Blodwyn's Ridgeback does look nice :)

Built the Surly mostly from parts in the shed. All I had to buy was brakes, bars, stem and headset. Next upgrade is new wheels and some fatter (38c or 42c tyres) to replace the 32c's ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MarkT on 16 January, 2016, 06:29:18 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 16 January, 2016, 10:40:34 am
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/WP_20160116_10_18_20_Pro_zpskibaahq7.jpg.html)


meet OLIVE.    Ridgeback World Panorama Delux.
After Blodwyns demise, this has now taken its place, but more sturdy and rugged and versatile. Swapped saddle +post, swapped tyres + mudguards, swapped h/bars levers and bar cons, fitted new tape and saddlebag and bingo.  Just need a disc/dynohub up front now.

Looks very nice, did you buy it as the full bike or build it from the frame only option?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 16 January, 2016, 07:40:25 pm
complete bike, on x-mas special for £999 , some folks still selling them for the full whack, (£1699 :o) although there are a lot of other , lesser, deals. They don't seem to sell a 2016 version, but do as a frame only in orange/gold for £750 . Its Reynolds 853 main tubes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 16 January, 2016, 07:41:58 pm
You got quite a bargain there, Bloddy. Where from? (Not that I'm looking for another bike right now, but, hey... )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 16 January, 2016, 08:09:14 pm
Swinnerton cycles, its now up to £1149 but others have it at £1349, and quite a few still at £1699 :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 16 January, 2016, 11:53:28 pm
As promised, another Surly with Midge bars:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1516/23796520774_fd9e5cbc05_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CfPoyW)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 January, 2016, 01:34:14 pm
That looks like a bike for a rider who won't be stopped by anything short of an avalanche.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 January, 2016, 10:39:29 am
Nice Deano, adds 1x1 (toss between a troll) to n+1 list  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 03:40:06 pm
my new N+1 :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1127.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1126.jpg)

Still setting it up, but had a little ride on it and it really is nice to ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 January, 2016, 03:42:16 pm
Nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 24 January, 2016, 06:21:02 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 03:40:06 pm
my new N+1 :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1127.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1126.jpg)

Still setting it up, but had a little ride on it and it really is nice to ride.
Very nice!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 January, 2016, 08:45:21 pm
Brilliant! I'm not a fan of folders and small wheels, but those are a work of art engineering art and engineering!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 24 January, 2016, 09:01:11 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 03:40:06 pm
my new N+1 :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1127.jpg)

Welcome to the club!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 09:07:38 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 24 January, 2016, 09:01:11 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 03:40:06 pm
my new N+1 :thumbsup:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v316/monstadog/IMG_1127.jpg)

Welcome to the club!  :thumbsup:

Why, thank you :thumbsup:

I've lusted after one for a long time.  Got mudguards and a few other bits to fit, then sort the riding position properly. I really do love the ride on these, nothing like any other small wheeler I've ridden.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 12:22:43 pm
Excuse the crappy photo but  meet Ozzy, he's from Sabbath

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1640/24472108902_6eb7c07725_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7)DSC_0182 (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7) by Si S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139168966@N07/), on Flickr

Still sorting the position and the steerer needs cutting but we seem to be getting along.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 25 January, 2016, 12:27:23 pm
Looks more of a Geezer to me! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 25 January, 2016, 12:29:50 pm
Oh, my!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 25 January, 2016, 12:42:56 pm
Quote from: Andrij on 24 January, 2016, 09:01:11 pm
Quote from: Aidan on 24 January, 2016, 03:40:06 pm
my new N+1 :thumbsup:


Welcome to the club!  :thumbsup:

 :'(

I miss mine...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 25 January, 2016, 12:49:46 pm
Quote from: clarion on 25 January, 2016, 12:27:23 pm
Looks more of a Geezer to me! :D

Sooner or later they all end up Philthy.

Wrong band. Sometimes, I think they made this one: :facepalm: just for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 25 January, 2016, 02:33:20 pm
Quote from: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 12:22:43 pm
Excuse the crappy photo but  meet Ozzy, he's from Sabbath

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1640/24472108902_6eb7c07725_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7)DSC_0182 (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7) by Si S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139168966@N07/), on Flickr

Still sorting the position and the steerer needs cutting but we seem to be getting along.

Si, forget the bike (!), where is that?

peter
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 03:01:45 pm
Quote from: Peter on 25 January, 2016, 02:33:20 pm

Si, forget the bike (!), where is that?

peter

FORGET THE BIKE! 2 years in the planning and that's all you've got to say?!  ;)

It's at the entrance to Bishop's Wood in Lipley near Market Drayton, from my DIY adventures yesterday to The Homely House of Scrumptious Oatcakes in Tean. Here

https://goo.gl/maps/mPFdq4Ymrtt (the wood, not THHoSO)

 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 25 January, 2016, 03:43:48 pm
Quote from: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 03:01:45 pm
Quote from: Peter on 25 January, 2016, 02:33:20 pm

Si, forget the bike (!), where is that?

peter

FORGET THE BIKE! 2 years in the planning and that's all you've got to say?!  ;)

It's at the entrance to Bishop's Wood in Lipley near Market Drayton, from my DIY adventures yesterday to The Homely House of Scrumptious Oatcakes in Tean. Here

https://goo.gl/maps/mPFdq4Ymrtt (the wood, not THHoSO)

 
Two years. That's about how long I put into the thinking and final execution of my best bike (also a Sabbath). I considered it finished when I finally had the top of the steerer tube sawn off which must have been at least two years after I first started looking for the dream machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 January, 2016, 03:47:52 pm
Nice bike, Si, but the forest's a bit sparse.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 04:20:39 pm
Quote from: hatler on 25 January, 2016, 03:43:48 pm
Quote from: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 03:01:45 pm
Quote from: Peter on 25 January, 2016, 02:33:20 pm

Si, forget the bike (!), where is that?

peter

FORGET THE BIKE! 2 years in the planning and that's all you've got to say?!  ;)

It's at the entrance to Bishop's Wood in Lipley near Market Drayton, from my DIY adventures yesterday to The Homely House of Scrumptious Oatcakes in Tean. Here

https://goo.gl/maps/mPFdq4Ymrtt (the wood, not THHoSO)

 
Two years. That's about how long I put into the thinking and final execution of my best bike (also a Sabbath). I considered it finished when I finally had the top of the steerer tube sawn off which must have been at least two years after I first started looking for the dream machine.

It'll go in to have some taken off the steerer in a couple of weeks, it'll still be left long though, an allowance for 50mm of spacers - bars not going to be higher than this, it'll be some time before the final cut is made, you can never put it back.

Cheers Cudzo, sorry, didn't get to spec the forest, I'd have probably gone for broad leaf  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 25 January, 2016, 08:04:50 pm
Ooh nice. Shiny! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 25 January, 2016, 08:07:59 pm
Quote from: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 12:22:43 pm
Excuse the crappy photo but  meet Ozzy, he's from Sabbath

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1640/24472108902_6eb7c07725_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7)DSC_0182 (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7) by Si S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139168966@N07/), on Flickr

Still sorting the position and the steerer needs cutting but we seem to be getting along.
And nice bike BTW (but then I would say that).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Peter on 25 January, 2016, 09:21:37 pm
Cheers, Si.  see you later in the year, I hope - maybe you'll be on Ozzy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 25 January, 2016, 11:41:26 pm
Quote from: Si S on 25 January, 2016, 12:22:43 pm
Excuse the crappy photo but  meet Ozzy, he's from Sabbath

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1640/24472108902_6eb7c07725_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7)DSC_0182 (https://flic.kr/p/DhvXo7) by Si S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139168966@N07/), on Flickr

Still sorting the position and the steerer needs cutting but we seem to be getting along.

NIceBike :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 30 January, 2016, 03:29:31 pm
It has returned: the Dream that I bought for its groupset and wheels to adorn my Klein, and then sold.  Now bought back and cobbled together with various bits, including an Ultegra front brake with insufficient drop to clear the tyre, which is odd.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/PaulRide/dream_zpslanufqdb.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 30 January, 2016, 11:01:01 pm
A honorary appearance of mrs ao's bike, from this pm, which was the first 'just the two of us' ride for years...

Raleigh Classic lady. circa 1985. 27x11/4 wheels, and original 'grab-on' - remember that?  ;)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1533/24715461155_5594a87429_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DE2cwB)P1020770 (https://flic.kr/p/DE2cwB) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 January, 2016, 11:08:34 am
Remember it? I know someone who orders it in lengths for cutting to measure from Germany on ebay!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 07 February, 2016, 04:52:13 pm
red cable outers and bar tape added yesterday on upgrading the shifters

(http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa370/dneilson01/P1030708_zpsyhpfjr6n.jpg) (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/dneilson01/media/P1030708_zpsyhpfjr6n.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 13 February, 2016, 07:29:23 pm
I've been meaning to take a couple of pictures of the Kinesis GF Ti - all dressed up and ready to go! Recent wheel build with the, very small, Shutter Precision SV-9 built to a Kinlin 31T rim with 24 radial spokes at the front and a Hope RS with 28 2x spokes and offset rim at the rear. Getting a bit concerned about drivetrain life in the recent weather, but rides really nicely.

Finally got some sunshine, as well. Roll on March 25!

Mike

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/picture-1000253.jpg?w=1250&h=&crop=1)


(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/picture-1000254.jpg?w=1250&h=&crop=1)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 14 February, 2016, 08:00:53 pm
And more sun today, mixed with the snow of course

(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/picture-1000260.jpg?w=1250&h=&crop=1)


(https://photosojourner.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/picture-1000261.jpg?w=1250&h=&crop=1)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 14 February, 2016, 10:58:19 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 13 February, 2016, 07:29:23 pm
Getting a bit concerned about drivetrain life in the recent weather, but rides really nicely.

What’s the drivetrain and why is it causing concern? Just curious.

Another thing I’m curious about: I notice both of your bicycles have front lamps mounted quite high. Do you not like the fork-crown position?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 15 February, 2016, 05:01:21 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 14 February, 2016, 10:58:19 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 13 February, 2016, 07:29:23 pm
Getting a bit concerned about drivetrain life in the recent weather, but rides really nicely.

What’s the drivetrain and why is it causing concern? Just curious.

Another thing I’m curious about: I notice both of your bicycles have front lamps mounted quite high. Do you not like the fork-crown position?

Drivetrain is Shimano 6800, but after several late night rides on salted roads, and no cleaning, the cassette and chain had some very light rust spots. I've just added some lube and cleaned it up and it'll be fine I think. Obviously, both are consumable items.

The lights are on the bars as the fork mount position on the red bike has been obstructed with brake cables and a canti uphanger and on the silver bike I just prefer to leave the brakes and guards set as they are. They catually work well from the bars or the fork, and one advantage is that I can adjust the angle easily whilst riding with them on the bars. Cyo Premium and Edelux 2 - both work very well.

Mike

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: halvis on 16 February, 2016, 07:39:02 am
My Condor Fratello.  Brooks has since been swapped for a Selle Anatomica in order to get the saddle further back.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/779/21352244018_3c3e49485d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ywPQff)
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Post by: tonycollinet on 20 February, 2016, 11:06:03 am
It is N+1 Day. A fully loaded flat bar belt driven commuter is about to be collected. Pictures will follow.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 20 February, 2016, 11:17:09 am
Looking forward to seeing it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 20 February, 2016, 11:22:34 am
tease
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tonycollinet on 21 February, 2016, 09:24:55 pm
OK, Here you go...

It is a lot prettier in daylight without the distracting kitchen diner in the background, but it's been pissing down with rain all weekend.
(http://www.collinsho.me/photos/bike.jpg)

Integrated stand mount
(http://www.collinsho.me/photos/stand.jpg)

Sliding dropout to tension the belt AND to open the triangle to allow belt to be fitted.
(http://www.collinsho.me/photos/slide.jpg)

Hub dynamo and lights
(http://www.collinsho.me/photos/dynamo.jpg)

Belt driven - no oil, no mess. We'll wait to see how long the belt lasts.
(http://www.collinsho.me/photos/belt.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 21 February, 2016, 09:45:45 pm
very nice :thumbsup:

I like Cubes, I've had a few of their mtbs over the years. They always give you a lot of kit for the money. That looks more than suited to the job. If you're not taking into work, get a shit hot lock or two!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tonycollinet on 21 February, 2016, 09:50:27 pm
Agreed - this is incredibly well fitted out for the money, especially on the B2W scheme.

Fortunately the bike sheds are behind some good security fencing. I still lock it though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 22 February, 2016, 09:10:15 am
Nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 22 February, 2016, 09:21:03 am
Very nice, interested how you get on, it's close to my idea of what a commuter should be. Carbon fork would be nice, and a security front skewer, but that last is easily fixed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tonycollinet on 22 February, 2016, 08:46:03 pm
Well apart from a puncture 3rd ride out (and consequent walk to work) it is very very nice. The belt drive is incredibly smooth - and I'm liking the effect of the big tyres also.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 22 February, 2016, 10:46:03 pm
Just finished building her  :)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1706/25075122542_9677acf3ba_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EcNyk1)Raleigh side (https://flic.kr/p/EcNyk1) by William McFadden (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137835078@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 22 February, 2016, 11:49:42 pm
My kind of machine, vantage. Good job. I hope the maiden voyage went well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 12:04:36 am
Is that a rear mudguard on the front ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 February, 2016, 12:58:50 am
Hmm... Wondered where I'd seen that before.

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/shedbike/002_zpshkx6joa0.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 08:24:15 am
That's uncanny! Right down to the clamp on pulley for the front mech. Wonder if John got his frame from the same eBay seller as me?

Maiden voyage was constant stops and tweaks and there's now a shorter stem on it, but I have to say it's a lovely handling bike  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 08:26:28 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 12:04:36 am
Is that a rear mudguard on the front ?

Sure is! Same seller was flogging a set of 10 without stays or fittings for 15 quid and I thought why the hell not  ;D
It helps keep the crap off the headlights and my face. Dunno why mudguards are so stupidly short.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 09:09:54 am
Quote from: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 08:26:28 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 12:04:36 am
Is that a rear mudguard on the front ?

Sure is! Same seller was flogging a set of 10 without stays or fittings for 15 quid and I thought why the hell not  ;D
It helps keep the crap off the headlights and my face. Dunno why mudguards are so stupidly short.

I like the idea of that.  The f.'guard on my condor snapped just at the bridge and I've not got round to replacing it yet. Loads of spray comes off.
Did you have to bodge the front most stays to fit on the (rear side of fork) eyelet ?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1578/25058923952_b1f89e7071.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Ebnx3Y)Cleaning time (https://flic.kr/p/Ebnx3Y) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 11:16:38 am
Nope. The front front stays are mounted on top of the rear front stays and that lifts them just enough to clear the dropout. I did need a spacer to clear the disc mount though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 23 February, 2016, 12:10:49 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 09:09:54 am
Quote from: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 08:26:28 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 23 February, 2016, 12:04:36 am
Is that a rear mudguard on the front ?

Sure is! Same seller was flogging a set of 10 without stays or fittings for 15 quid and I thought why the hell not  ;D
It helps keep the crap off the headlights and my face. Dunno why mudguards are so stupidly short.

I like the idea of that.  The f.'guard on my condor snapped just at the bridge and I've not got round to replacing it yet. Loads of spray comes off.
Did you have to bodge the front most stays to fit on the (rear side of fork) eyelet ?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1578/25058923952_b1f89e7071.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Ebnx3Y)Cleaning time (https://flic.kr/p/Ebnx3Y) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr

Fratello non-disc with disc paint scheme? Nice! I will have to put a piccy up of my disc soon. And the wife's tiny custom 650c fratello disc they made her!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 23 February, 2016, 03:30:10 pm
Quote from: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 08:24:15 am
That's uncanny! Right down to the clamp on pulley for the front mech. Wonder if John got his frame from the same eBay seller as me?

Maiden voyage was constant stops and tweaks and there's now a shorter stem on it, but I have to say it's a lovely handling bike  :)

Nidderdale Cycles?

TBH it's the one bike I have built that I regret not riding before I sold it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 23 February, 2016, 05:41:15 pm
Yup, that's the one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 February, 2016, 03:24:22 pm
Quote from: vantage on 22 February, 2016, 10:46:03 pm
Just finished building her  :)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1706/25075122542_9677acf3ba_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EcNyk1)Raleigh side (https://flic.kr/p/EcNyk1) by William McFadden (https://www.flickr.com/photos/137835078@N03/), on Flickr

How do you rate it, compared to the vantage, must be a bit heavier, but more comfy? out of 10 ;)

looks classy and understated, yet capable. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 24 February, 2016, 04:23:35 pm
The weight is a tricky one I must admit. The Vantage off the shelf and according to Dawes, weighed just over 30lbs. I've no reason to doubt that as mine weighed a little more (can't remember the exact figure) and that was with lights and all the other crap that was on it.
This one, the 'Raleigh' with lights, dyno hub, gps, full mudflaps and guards but also with lighter stem, bars, seatpost wheels yadda yadda yadda etc weighs a shade over 32lbs. There's probably not much in it to be honest. However...The ride!
Wooooooo it's soooooooooooooooooooo smoooooooooooooth  ;D
I needed a Zoom suspension seatpost on the Vantage. Needed it! Not so with the Raleigh. Granted, a steel tube doesn't quite have the same shock absorbing qualities as a spring, but there is definitely less of a sting over rough roads and trails with this over the Vantage.
The steering isn't quite as lively as the Vantage and that's a good thing. Believe you me! I could never relax on rides with the Dawes and whilst the handling on the new build is still quite sharp, it isn't the "Oh shit I better not turn too hard incase it folds up and kills me" kind of sharp as the Vantage. I feel I can make tighter turns but more smoothly so.
The Raleigh has a shorter wheelbase (10mm or so shorter) and shorter chainstays (again by about 10mm) and I do feel that climbing is easier.
Overall I'd say it's a nicer bike to ride. Not because of any one particular thing, but little subtle differences here and there that all mount up.
Things that really wound me up though are the lack of planning for what is a touring frame and fork. No mounts on the fork for a rack. None. nadda. That's just stupid.
Top tube routed cables. That meant a silly expensive pulley to use a road mech with a road chainset. Again, stupid. No bottle cage mount under the down tube. And best of all, no brake hanger for the rear brake. That meant an aftermarket bolt on jobbie that flexes a lot and makes the cantis a bit too spongy.
But for a frame and fork that cost £140, it's bloody good  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 February, 2016, 04:47:11 pm
have you ever used the Voyager Hypers before? if not, fit the tyres off the other bikes then compare the two. Fwih the hypers are a cyclists best friend :thumbsup:.  I'm using Schwalbe Spicers, a very similar tyre, and about £13.50. I might get some brown Hypers in 35mm flavour from Planet X at £9 a pop.  Was the Vantage Alluminium?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 24 February, 2016, 05:10:55 pm
Yep,  the Hypers were on the Vantage. Everything but the seatpost, seatpost clamp, headset, mudguards and front mech were lifted from the Vantage so the only real difference to anything is the new frame and fork.
The Vantage was indeed aluminium. It'll eventually be rebuilt as a shopper/runabout so that the Raleigh is at less risk of thieving scumbags.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 February, 2016, 06:50:15 pm
that's a good comparison then. looks very well sorted. hope you get on well. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 24 February, 2016, 09:14:30 pm
Why is looking at other people’s bicycles so fascinating? Not to mention hearing them talk about their machines (thanks, vantage).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: +paul on 26 February, 2016, 09:28:43 pm

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1486/24647338274_e9c83aa7b7_c.jpg)

I bought the frame for this bike in 1987, and built it up using whatever I could lay my hands on for a reasonable price. I sold it in 1993 due to lack of use, and having two other bikes in the garage (I know, I know...!). Anyway, last year I was at John's Bikes getting a run around for my daughter, and I was taken by the stuff being brought back to life there by John. A quick message revealed that the friend to whom I sold it to still had it, and was willing to let me have it back for nothing! Following a complete strip down and clean, I replaced the rear derailleur with a 105 of the correct vintage, and managed to get two nearly new rims to replace the originals (same type). After riding it around for a bit, I was suffering with the saddle post not being secure, as the original clamp had partly collapsed and no longer tightened up properly. I decided there was nothing more to do, so I stripped it again and took it to over to Bob Jackson in Leeds for a new seat clamp and a respray. I will be out on it this coming Sunday for a 70km ride on the Belgian cobbles. Looking forward to it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 February, 2016, 10:52:46 am
It's good when a bike has a story to tell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 28 February, 2016, 10:36:09 am
That's the kind of story that I don't mind being involved in...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: +paul on 28 February, 2016, 06:28:05 pm
It took me around the "Omloop Het Nieuwsblad Cyclo" today south of Gent. Two of the three sections of cobbles were a real shock to me (never ridden cobbles before); the third section was much more comfortable (smaller blocks laid in semi-circles, as seen in Germany quite often). The only thing I need to do is tune the indexing slightly, so very pleased (and improve my fitness - this ride doubled this year's mileage!).

The rest of the bikes were quite a sight. Mostly Carbon, with some Titanium and aluminium. Quite a few mountain bikes being ridden furiously! Clearly the cyclists here take things seriously and are strong! For €10, we had the route marked out, and were also fed at the half way point. Not bad at all!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 28 February, 2016, 06:44:55 pm
Good job, +paul. What tyres were you using and at what pressure? You can make cobbles slightly (and only slightly) more tolerable with modest pressures and tyres wide enough not to pinch-flat at those pressures.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: +paul on 29 February, 2016, 04:57:38 am
I put 25mm tyres on, and to be honest I was probably running them a bit hard at 95psi. Pinch punctures at the pressure are of course no issue, but the tyres don't flow as well as they would have at a lower pressure. I think more power in my legs would have also helped!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 29 February, 2016, 02:32:31 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/rRe2NXNNCqKw_5tWrhF66ShunQXDhHEh2E9RXtVjUhCkWQ0i9DMfIQuxKMt0W1TkThMCCXBeS5tssMaBmU9XpPdaDU3rXxH6BLUafKlCgJ1l89dA1QAXyI5YSSBmFjn1C775alXcVzxnGJkpJ4YdeyPeLW2OXJlq6AaDvtNW4EohsoQHwGaGoJ_rDmdbsxQtr-z5CTLU1rMxye2Spis90IP7OHJbuylGDD2ECM5NC2Lro4T6CdrAnSrqGi0BIMhfB1pU8cM3eGIATrYT0gs0xw0nMJrX8ZFuXHzTdJzHsPbp2t64qNaD9p3slKOs4oTEgX8_ufS9qDuwv2A73SjB8t4l-6qSnLxMDMXIxbbiFP1m_5tPDPYiGn59Qj7rbqvqXdiuIB2wuzrdMYamyEqVd3L2SFibQXlgFjoiwR2W8RJVbzwahPlBOJmKy62W1ztwVTh0ie1PrkSjEk13DWJqjQvPL5NBaNDRnkhDYjL-nc5AxbUgUwpo7ji-oRIipJ0RkgpbxWLKV_JrYs6BN5kmGHCD0K9B_vr8DsgEtoJa8SLmbRq2SmMIp6GX0g2hgC9iEqb8wQ=w920-h690-no)

Shiny shiny  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 29 February, 2016, 02:53:43 pm
Ver' nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 29 February, 2016, 04:25:09 pm
Cor!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 29 February, 2016, 05:16:35 pm
If you are taking that to catalonia, remind me to always be ahead of you! Who am I kidding, that'll never happen, but I bet it might be a bit dazzling in bright sunlight! Looks good BTW.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 29 February, 2016, 05:31:14 pm
Excuse to put the 'Piss Off!' lenses in your Oakleys . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 29 February, 2016, 08:18:37 pm
looking good! yet still some scope to tart it up more :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trumpet on 29 February, 2016, 08:29:35 pm
Quote from: Ham on 29 February, 2016, 02:32:31 pm
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/rRe2NXNNCqKw_5tWrhF66ShunQXDhHEh2E9RXtVjUhCkWQ0i9DMfIQuxKMt0W1TkThMCCXBeS5tssMaBmU9XpPdaDU3rXxH6BLUafKlCgJ1l89dA1QAXyI5YSSBmFjn1C775alXcVzxnGJkpJ4YdeyPeLW2OXJlq6AaDvtNW4EohsoQHwGaGoJ_rDmdbsxQtr-z5CTLU1rMxye2Spis90IP7OHJbuylGDD2ECM5NC2Lro4T6CdrAnSrqGi0BIMhfB1pU8cM3eGIATrYT0gs0xw0nMJrX8ZFuXHzTdJzHsPbp2t64qNaD9p3slKOs4oTEgX8_ufS9qDuwv2A73SjB8t4l-6qSnLxMDMXIxbbiFP1m_5tPDPYiGn59Qj7rbqvqXdiuIB2wuzrdMYamyEqVd3L2SFibQXlgFjoiwR2W8RJVbzwahPlBOJmKy62W1ztwVTh0ie1PrkSjEk13DWJqjQvPL5NBaNDRnkhDYjL-nc5AxbUgUwpo7ji-oRIipJ0RkgpbxWLKV_JrYs6BN5kmGHCD0K9B_vr8DsgEtoJa8SLmbRq2SmMIp6GX0g2hgC9iEqb8wQ=w920-h690-no)

Shiny shiny  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

I'd advise clamping the bike by the seat post - save risking a dent in the top tube from the clamp.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 February, 2016, 10:02:30 pm
Total tartmobile!  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Somnolent on 01 March, 2016, 10:30:36 pm
Not to everyone's taste.

(the jar on the floor that is)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 02 March, 2016, 04:07:07 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlf1/v/t1.0-0/q81/p526x296/12804876_10153943847548399_456531675983406800_n.jpg?oh=e3490fdc86eba70a9ff4cae13cb6dca7&oe=57622ADA)

Just picked up this to do Eroica in October, Novy. Belgian and very original.

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/t31.0-8/775272_10153926163158399_1864750865075931638_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 02 March, 2016, 06:07:19 pm
That's a gorgeous bike. I like that it hasn't been 'blinged' :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 02 March, 2016, 08:17:17 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/12096214_10153643413903399_1140135715579910284_n.jpg?oh=cdcf29c56209ebbcf7a8f8e347a2cd5e&oe=576132BA)

Got this last year too, Giubilato. Italian, original apart from repaint.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 02 March, 2016, 08:38:18 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/11140240_10153263023318399_4257901376933293740_n.jpg?oh=1f273d2287ad24865b62b20e5a9009a5&oe=5764F7B4)

And Chas Roberts which was in worse state than this picture suggests.

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlf1/t31.0-8/11696555_10153415937198399_3836600902903400529_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 04 March, 2016, 08:51:12 am
halfords carrera twin turbo

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-u7TbWNpG5zo/VtlLc9K1QJI/AAAAAAAAEt0/DD-gzV7IFwk/s640-Ic42/2016-03-04%25252007.59.25.jpg)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FDNs-o-sgvc/VtlLc44ZvdI/AAAAAAAAEt4/FT7Fmsr8trs/s640-Ic42/2016-03-04%25252008.00.45.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 04 March, 2016, 08:56:32 pm
shit just got serious. . . . .

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1448/25102957373_6b69f756af_k.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: CAAD9 Tom on 05 March, 2016, 09:26:12 pm
I managed to buy another couple of bike whilst the missus was away...

I wanted a hybrid that I could do some more miles on and carry some stuff. I had a Marin a few years back and it got stolen, I really liked that bike.

Marin Fairfax SC3

(http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l192/kookimonsta/temporary_7.jpg)

I also found a Fred Williams bike C1987ish, lots of Golden arrow stuff/600, rides just as good as my other bikes even though it's nearly 30 years old! I've always wanted a Fred's frame for a long time, not bad for £50!

(http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l192/kookimonsta/C__Data_Users_DefApps_AppData_INTERNETEXPLORER_Temp_Saved%20Images__3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 05 March, 2016, 10:24:17 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-0/q85/p526x296/11412388_10153366529313399_4132806878462184740_n.jpg?oh=4ce474fc5ef5356ee46bcab09b5ee0f9&oe=57983DF7)

Claud Butler
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 06 March, 2016, 10:45:28 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:

Anyone intending to take up this advice should know that it is NOT a work of a few minutes, these stickers are not designed to come off.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 06 March, 2016, 11:55:03 am
My new baby:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24925348863_5387e6ece4_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24921542344_f67e70d59d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 06 March, 2016, 12:00:54 pm
Shiny!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 06 March, 2016, 12:41:33 pm

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlf1/v/t1.0-0/q81/p526x296/12804876_10153943847548399_456531675983406800_n.jpg?oh=e3490fdc86eba70a9ff4cae13cb6dca7&oe=57622ADA)

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlf1/t31.0-8/11696555_10153415937198399_3836600902903400529_o.jpg)

These are just fine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 07 March, 2016, 11:30:23 am
An old favourite:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1450/25583011865_e21c45472a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EYFC8t)P2070059e (https://flic.kr/p/EYFC8t) by TJ Clarion (https://www.flickr.com/photos/93751227@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 07 March, 2016, 11:50:43 am
Quote from: Ham on 06 March, 2016, 10:45:28 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:

Anyone intending to take up this advice should know that it is NOT a work of a few minutes, these stickers are not designed to come off.

Maybe too late, but a hair dryer is a very useful tool when doing this job. Softens the adhesive. Innit.
Clean off residue with solvent of choice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 07 March, 2016, 11:57:52 am
Quote from: Jurek on 07 March, 2016, 11:50:43 am
Quote from: Ham on 06 March, 2016, 10:45:28 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:

Anyone intending to take up this advice should know that it is NOT a work of a few minutes, these stickers are not designed to come off.

Maybe too late, but a hair dryer is a very useful tool when doing this job. Softens the adhesive. Innit.
Clean off residue with solvent of choice.

As I said to myself, sat in the bright but freezing sunshine, accompanied by bottles of alcohol and acetone (acetone was best) plugging away with a nylon spudger.

A job for the summer, methinks. I did consider a heat gun, but given how cold it was and that the rim is ally, and ICBA to remove the tyres again: summer. 1 down, 7 to go.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 07 March, 2016, 12:13:30 pm
Quote from: Ham on 07 March, 2016, 11:57:52 am
Quote from: Jurek on 07 March, 2016, 11:50:43 am
Quote from: Ham on 06 March, 2016, 10:45:28 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:

Anyone intending to take up this advice should know that it is NOT a work of a few minutes, these stickers are not designed to come off.

Maybe too late, but a hair dryer is a very useful tool when doing this job. Softens the adhesive. Innit.
Clean off residue with solvent of choice.

As I said to myself, sat in the bright but freezing sunshine, accompanied by bottles of alcohol and acetone (acetone was best) plugging away with a nylon spudger.

A job for the summer, methinks. I did consider a heat gun, but given how cold it was and that the rim is ally, and ICBA to remove the tyres again: summer. 1 down, 7 to go.

I work with stuff everyday, as mentioned, use a hairdryer. They need to be a certain temp before they start to peel, usually a clear layer will come off first leaving the graphics. IPA, meths or even gt85 will remove adhesive. Do it inch by inch.

It's a job worth doing, I hate my bikes having more sticker than bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 March, 2016, 10:48:07 pm
India Pale Ale! Who knew...? <SPLORT!!!>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 08 March, 2016, 07:45:17 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 March, 2016, 10:48:07 pm
India Pale Ale! Who knew...? <SPLORT!!!>

sorts most things out if your intake is high enough ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 08 March, 2016, 09:59:24 am
Quote from: Ham on 07 March, 2016, 11:57:52 am
Quote from: Jurek on 07 March, 2016, 11:50:43 am
Quote from: Ham on 06 March, 2016, 10:45:28 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 February, 2016, 08:32:28 pm
very shiny 8)

remove all stickers from the wheels for a more silver look :thumbsup:

Anyone intending to take up this advice should know that it is NOT a work of a few minutes, these stickers are not designed to come off.

Maybe too late, but a hair dryer is a very useful tool when doing this job. Softens the adhesive. Innit.
Clean off residue with solvent of choice.

As I said to myself, sat in the bright but freezing sunshine, accompanied by bottles of alcohol and acetone (acetone was best) plugging away with a nylon spudger.

A job for the summer, methinks. I did consider a heat gun, but given how cold it was and that the rim is ally, and ICBA to remove the tyres again: summer. 1 down, 7 to go.

I don't remember taking off my tyres when I did it.
It doesn't need to be that hot for the adhesive to soften sufficiently to release.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 13 March, 2016, 09:25:38 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1534/25627805052_1b11c8b346_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/F3DczN)All Photos-1665 by -menthel- (https://flic.kr/p/F3DczN)

Got the spot bike out yesterday and stuck my bespoke archetype/hope wheels on it with some Michelin pro4 s/c tyres. Just enough clearance for comfort and I am sure it will feel better than the skinny ksyrium elites that were on there. However, it just doesn't look as good! I think it needs deeper, carbon wheels... ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 13 March, 2016, 09:56:21 pm
Your garden looks nice and tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 13 March, 2016, 10:43:18 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 13 March, 2016, 09:56:21 pm
Your garden looks nice and tidy.

Hehe, it's not! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 03:38:17 pm
The rim of that plant pot is playing tricks on me.  It looks like a hoop through the spokes to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 14 March, 2016, 03:40:20 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 03:38:17 pm
The rim of that plant pot is playing tricks on me.  It looks like a hoop through the spokes to me.

Not just you...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 03:43:11 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 March, 2016, 03:40:20 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 03:38:17 pm
The rim of that plant pot is playing tricks on me.  It looks like a hoop through the spokes to me.

Not just you...

Have been practicing to get into the Magic Circle. ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 14 March, 2016, 03:45:15 pm
Quote from: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 03:43:11 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 March, 2016, 03:40:20 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 03:38:17 pm
The rim of that plant pot is playing tricks on me.  It looks like a hoop through the spokes to me.

Not just you...

Have been practicing to get into the Magic Circle. ;)

I think you're in.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 14 March, 2016, 04:04:53 pm
Quote from: Kim on 14 March, 2016, 03:40:20 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 03:38:17 pm
The rim of that plant pot is playing tricks on me.  It looks like a hoop through the spokes to me.

Not just you...
Absolutely not just you. That was my very first impression on looking at that photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 March, 2016, 04:31:30 pm
True to form I completely missed the optical illusion. You lot are way too observant.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 05:35:45 pm
I am glad my magic wheel has amused so many. If you stare at it hard enough a sailboat appears...

(Extra points for the obscure film reference...) ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 05:42:44 pm
Quote from: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 05:35:45 pm
I am glad my magic wheel has amused so many. If you stare at it hard enough a sailboat appears...

(Extra points for the obscure film reference...) ;)

Debbie Does Dallas?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 March, 2016, 05:43:50 pm
Oh no, here we go  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 06:06:33 pm
Quote from: LEE on 14 March, 2016, 05:42:44 pm
Quote from: menthel on 14 March, 2016, 05:35:45 pm
I am glad my magic wheel has amused so many. If you stare at it hard enough a sailboat appears...

(Extra points for the obscure film reference...) ;)

Debbie Does Dallas?

Nope!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Relayer on 16 March, 2016, 12:39:46 pm
Quote from: Robh on 06 March, 2016, 11:55:03 am
My new baby:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24925348863_5387e6ece4_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24921542344_f67e70d59d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

Nice!! 

Looks like a Gebla Rohbox too, how are you getting on with that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 17 March, 2016, 11:16:29 am
My "new" £20 pub bike.

A Specialized Crosstrail.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aN4GBIju48c/Vup9QQWlJYI/AAAAAAAAHM0/cWfIFCdpWY8kltf3GfeMgeZG_xCFn_HkgCCo/s1024-Ic42/a%2BSpecialized%2BCrosstrail%2B1.jpg)

Will spend some time cleaning it up but it appears mostly dirty rather than rusty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 17 March, 2016, 11:27:53 am
Quote from: Relayer on 16 March, 2016, 12:39:46 pm
Quote from: Robh on 06 March, 2016, 11:55:03 am
My new baby:

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24925348863_5387e6ece4_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYyVQc) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/24921542344_f67e70d59d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy)image (https://flic.kr/p/DYeqhy) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

Nice!! 

Looks like a Gebla Rohbox too, how are you getting on with that?
The Rohbox took a little getting used to, but I have no complaints. The movement required to make a change is greater than the equivalent on the Campag 10 speed setup on my other bike, but I can live with that. The Stoater is a very comfortable bike :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 17 March, 2016, 02:55:57 pm
Interested to hear if you found the rohloff or the belt drive any less efficient than chain and derailleurs ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 17 March, 2016, 11:26:49 pm
Not sure how I can judge the efficiency. I can say that I am slower, on both the Stoater and my traditional deraileur-geared bike, but I put that down to the fact that I'm coming back after a knee replacement and I'm a bit older than I was. I can also say that, purely subjectively, the Gates belt drive feels very smooth and it feels like the effort is being put to good use. This may be down to the stiffness of the frame. When I visited the workshop, Steven Shand explained to me that frames built for use with a Gates carbon belt drive need to be designed and built with a minimum of flex around the bottom bracket and through the chain stay, as the alignment of the belt is critical. I think I can confidently say that he has resolved that issue. Plus, the Stoater is a very comfortable bike to ride.

As for the Rohloff, I've used them before and, imho, you either love them for what they are despite the weight penalty, or you don't. I wasn't looking for speed when I commissioned this bike; I wanted something robust, and I think the combination of a Gates belt drive and a Rohloff transmission fits that bill.

Overall, the Stoater is a delight to ride, and the way that the frame has been designed to accommodate the equipment, and its superb build quality, puts a very happy smile on my face. (These pictures don't really do it justice, as the front pannier rack makes it look a mess.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 18 March, 2016, 09:22:16 am
Interesting on the belt drive frame. I kind of fell out of love with my rohloff over time, but I was always trying to hurry it along on my commute, and felt it was slow. It was a slow bike though.  I think if Id been more relaxed with it, I'd have liked it more.
Its all subjective as you say.  Its a really nice looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MagnusOpus on 18 March, 2016, 02:34:19 pm
Here's my latest.....the kingfisher....

finished sunday.....nice evening to take some pictures of her last night!

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1674/25787945951_3d555b8d98_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FhMXTM)kingfisher (https://flic.kr/p/FhMXTM) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1625/25882894325_b8ec0ae149_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FrbAJH)kingcathedral (https://flic.kr/p/FrbAJH) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 18 March, 2016, 03:02:31 pm
Niiice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MagnusOpus on 18 March, 2016, 04:35:47 pm
An oldie I found....

My 1955 Claud Butler fixed, raw steel ratty/cafe racer styled

(https://farm7.staticflickr.com/6014/6201178525_9b2f2260f2_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/arYEk8)1955 Claud Butler_ (https://flic.kr/p/arYEk8) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr

(https://farm7.staticflickr.com/6169/6201067469_12e3724fa8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/arY6jn)Claud Butler 2 (https://flic.kr/p/arY6jn) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr

(https://farm7.staticflickr.com/6154/6200864969_33d4895d9c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/arX47Z)1955 Claud Butler (https://flic.kr/p/arX47Z) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 March, 2016, 05:22:31 pm
Doesn't look ratty to me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: halvis on 18 March, 2016, 05:57:29 pm
Quote from: MagnusOpus on 18 March, 2016, 02:34:19 pm
Here's my latest.....the kingfisher....

finished sunday.....nice evening to take some pictures of her last night!

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1674/25787945951_3d555b8d98_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FhMXTM)kingfisher (https://flic.kr/p/FhMXTM) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1625/25882894325_b8ec0ae149_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FrbAJH)kingcathedral (https://flic.kr/p/FrbAJH) by Mike Clampitt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/67686073@N08/), on Flickr
My home town.  Great cycling around there.  Nice shots of a nice bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 March, 2016, 11:40:35 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 18 March, 2016, 09:22:16 am
Interesting on the belt drive frame. I kind of fell out of love with my rohloff over time, but I was always trying to hurry it along on my commute, and felt it was slow. It was a slow bike though.  I think if Id been more relaxed with it, I'd have liked it more.
Its all subjective as you say.  Its a really nice looking bike.

I have a Thorn Raven Tour.  It's heavy and slow (although I managed an SR series on it). 

Like you say, they can't seem to be hurried but that may be down to the bike-builds they are typically used in.

I can confirm however that, once you load mine up with panniers, and relax into the inevitable slow pace, it comes into its own and becomes an extremely pleasant place to spend the day.

As for using a Rohloff for a reliable day-to-day bike, I think I'd rather build a 1x9 derailleur setup, SORA perhaps.  Bullet-proof and cheap as chips to keep it going.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 March, 2016, 12:45:00 pm
It's interesting what you say about your Thorn LEE. How heavy is it? My Surly Disc Trucker is 18kg so now lightweight but it's never felt like a heavy bike unladened and loaded it's a joy too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 March, 2016, 01:24:49 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 21 March, 2016, 12:45:00 pm
It's interesting what you say about your Thorn LEE. How heavy is it? My Surly Disc Trucker is 18kg so now lightweight but it's never felt like a heavy bike unladened and loaded it's a joy too.

Wow, how does a bike get so heavy without a seat or bouncy bits?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 March, 2016, 01:38:40 pm
I think its mostly down to bombproof wheels and tyres.  I'm getting lighter wheels and tyres so it'll be interesting to see what difference it makes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 23 March, 2016, 08:32:32 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1546/25882352082_80e99a40ab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Fr8PxG)
Escapade in rando-commute mode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: davelodwig on 23 March, 2016, 09:34:37 am
Quote from: LEE on 21 March, 2016, 11:40:35 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 18 March, 2016, 09:22:16 am
Interesting on the belt drive frame. I kind of fell out of love with my rohloff over time, but I was always trying to hurry it along on my commute, and felt it was slow. It was a slow bike though.  I think if Id been more relaxed with it, I'd have liked it more.
Its all subjective as you say.  Its a really nice looking bike.

I have a Thorn Raven Tour.  It's heavy and slow (although I managed an SR series on it). 

Like you say, they can't seem to be hurried but that may be down to the bike-builds they are typically used in.

I can confirm however that, once you load mine up with panniers, and relax into the inevitable slow pace, it comes into its own and becomes an extremely pleasant place to spend the day.

As for using a Rohloff for a reliable day-to-day bike, I think I'd rather build a 1x9 derailleur setup, SORA perhaps.  Bullet-proof and cheap as chips to keep it going.

I use my Thorn Rolhoff everyday, it's a lovely bike to ride in on, yeah it's not the fastest bike but it's comfy and covers the 300km of commuting a week I do.

D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 23 March, 2016, 11:11:47 am
Quote from: chris n on 23 March, 2016, 08:32:32 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1546/25882352082_80e99a40ab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Fr8PxG)
Escapade in rando-commute mode.
That's a very nice bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 12:43:45 pm
What guards do you have on that lovely thing?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 23 March, 2016, 12:56:18 pm
Quote from: Robh on 23 March, 2016, 11:11:47 am
That's a very nice bike.

Thanks. :thumbsup:

Quote from: Ruthie on 23 March, 2016, 12:43:45 pm
What guards do you have on that lovely thing?

45mm SKS Bluemels, but with the thicker stays and mounting hardware from Chromoplastics and DIY mudflaps.  And thank you too Ruthie. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 23 March, 2016, 01:11:50 pm
Quote from: chris n on 23 March, 2016, 08:32:32 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1546/25882352082_80e99a40ab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Fr8PxG)
Escapade in rando-commute mode.

Hehe... I read that as Escalade  :D.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 23 March, 2016, 01:16:40 pm
It's nearly as heavy. :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 24 March, 2016, 02:03:35 pm
Quote from: chris n on 23 March, 2016, 08:32:32 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1546/25882352082_80e99a40ab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Fr8PxG)
Escapade in rando-commute mode.

Nice! Love the look with the strada biancas too. Cracking tyres!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 24 March, 2016, 02:23:02 pm
Are they cracking tyres on smooth tarmac too, though? They sure look good!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 24 March, 2016, 02:59:41 pm
i love the attention to detail; i'd like to see more bikes built to this standard
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 24 March, 2016, 03:17:00 pm
thanks all. :thumbsup:

They're good tyres.  Seem to roll well, comfy (60psi rear, 50 front) and are reasonably light.  They were incredibly hard to fit - initially tried to mount the first one on a Stan's Crest but after wasting nearly an hour, a brand new tube and two tyre levers I had to fit them to a standard clincher rim and leave inflated to 120 psi for a week before re-fitting it to the Stan's.  I couldn't get the front one onto a Crest at all.  I'm dreading getting a puncture. :-\

Quote from: zigzag on 24 March, 2016, 02:59:41 pm
i love the attention to detail; i'd like to see more bikes built to this standard

 :thumbsup:

However, it's not perfect: cheap ugly cranks with no dustcaps, I don't like the drop on the bars, the chain is one link too long, the indexing isn't quite right on the smaller cogs, there's no inline adjuster on the gear cable, the rear brake chirps a bit, the brake discs are slightly warped, the spoke nipples don't match (black on the front, brass on the back) and there's 20mm of spacers above the stem. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: menthel on 24 March, 2016, 03:26:37 pm
They are good on any road I find, and for light riding of unmetalled bike paths etc. I had no real trouble fitting them to my aksium disc wheels, apart from the fact that they come flat!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 March, 2016, 03:28:06 pm
Spacers above the stem are your old age insurance policy, surely?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 March, 2016, 06:34:39 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 24 March, 2016, 03:28:06 pm
Spacers above the stem are your old age insurance policy, surely?

I love this!!!!!!!!!!! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: L CC on 24 March, 2016, 08:53:33 pm
Straight-out-the-shop

(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20160324_192732.jpg)

Except the cross top levers. They had to go- there was no fecking bars left for my GPS or lights!

Arrow-ready. Because every new bike needs a 400km settling-in ride.
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20160324_202215.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 March, 2016, 08:57:35 pm
Quote from: fboab on 24 March, 2016, 08:53:33 pm
Straight-out-the-shop
Oooh!
Quote
Arrow-ready. Because every new bike needs a 400km settling-in ride.
Errrmmm....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 March, 2016, 09:00:59 pm
But also, I hope that turns out to be 24 hours of fast, efficient comfort for you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 24 March, 2016, 10:08:49 pm
Quote from: chris n on 24 March, 2016, 03:17:00 pm
However, it's not perfect: cheap ugly cranks with no dustcaps, I don't like the drop on the bars, the chain is one link too long, the indexing isn't quite right on the smaller cogs, there's no inline adjuster on the gear cable, the rear brake chirps a bit, the brake discs are slightly warped, the spoke nipples don't match (black on the front, brass on the back) and there's 20mm of spacers above the stem. ::-)

Not to mention those cable caps...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 25 March, 2016, 08:26:52 am
Shhh... :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 March, 2016, 12:20:51 pm
Quote from: fboab on 24 March, 2016, 08:53:33 pm
Straight-out-the-shop

(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20160324_192732.jpg)

Except the cross top levers. They had to go- there was no fecking bars left for my GPS or lights!

Arrow-ready. Because every new bike needs a 400km settling-in ride.
(http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/fboab/20160324_202215.jpg)

That's love -or liv- ely!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 28 March, 2016, 03:19:46 pm
One tub of Marmite not enough now?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 March, 2016, 03:20:55 pm
Quote from: TimC on 28 March, 2016, 03:19:46 pm
One tub of Marmite not enough now?
Marmite wars.
Like light-wars.
But darker  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 28 March, 2016, 03:24:01 pm
I believe disc brakes merit as many jars of Marmite as you can muster.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 28 March, 2016, 04:05:39 pm
There's a storm coming...

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/26001180252_53f619c879_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FBCR2f)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 29 March, 2016, 12:24:14 pm
Obligatory picture  of new bike in kitchen with Marmite jar on saddle

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1484/26019325802_94670590d3_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FDeR4y)image (https://flic.kr/p/FDeR4y) by paulfulford (https://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 29 March, 2016, 12:29:04 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 29 March, 2016, 12:24:14 pm
Obligatory picture  of new bike in kitchen with Marmite jar on saddle

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1484/26019325802_94670590d3_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FDeR4y)image (https://flic.kr/p/FDeR4y) by paulfulford (https://www.flickr.com/photos/paul_fulford/), on Flickr

lovely but errr........................... skinny!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MikeFromLFE on 29 March, 2016, 03:27:25 pm
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160329/75a23089edc195729020ad297bac7066.jpg). The project bike complete with YACF bidon.
Hammerite on a 70s Raleigh frame, hub brakes front & back, sprung Brooks, moustache bars, Carradice.
Looks .....er ....odd, but very nice to ride
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 29 March, 2016, 04:25:48 pm
Loads of character - I like it! What's the bag on the front?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MikeFromLFE on 29 March, 2016, 05:36:11 pm
Rain gear, it's got Velcro on the top, I did wonder about a map case on there. The bag is a bit of a nonsense, but I really wanted to use the rack!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 30 March, 2016, 09:31:27 am
My fettling's finished so a photo of my Dawes Horizon in Audax mode. Need to work out why it takes a double shift to get from the middle ring from the granny but otherwise I'm happy enough :)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qNnpd99spnM/VvuNyVltxBI/AAAAAAAALo4/pTii8AJhWbINCcYSNgCUogx7-aSwzdSpACCo/s640-Ic42/DSCF4018.JPG)

Bit of a perspective thing going on with the bars. They're not that massive in real life ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 30 March, 2016, 10:09:14 am
How many people here don't like Marmite, but have purchased a jar purely for photographing their bikes?
I borrowed a jar.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 30 March, 2016, 10:12:58 am
Quote from: Vince on 30 March, 2016, 10:09:14 am
How many people here don't like Marmite, but have purchased a jar purely for photographing their bikes?
I borrowed a jar.
Mine's more for using in sauces than neat on things like toast.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 30 March, 2016, 10:23:43 am
Quote from: bumper on 29 March, 2016, 12:29:04 pm
Quote from: PaulF on 29 March, 2016, 12:24:14 pm
Obligatory picture  of new bike in kitchen with Marmite jar on saddle

....

lovely but errr........................... skinny!


Just a tad :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 30 March, 2016, 01:43:20 pm
ok who started this whole marmite thing!!!!!!!!!!!!! someone is guilty :-\

nice Dawes btw. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 30 March, 2016, 06:38:42 pm
Quote from: Vince on 30 March, 2016, 10:09:14 am
How many people here don't like Marmite, but have purchased a jar purely for photographing their bikes?
I borrowed a jar.

I think we inherited a jar from a visiting Marmite eater, or something.  Anyway, that went off (I know!) and got chucked, and I invested in a Marmite bidon for bike photography purposes.  Which worked well until I broke it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 30 March, 2016, 06:39:47 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 30 March, 2016, 01:43:20 pm
ok who started this whole marmite thing!!!!!!!!!!!!! someone is guilty :-\

I *think* it's a uk.rec.cycling thing...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 30 March, 2016, 07:16:38 pm
But is it to be used indiscriminately or only on bicycles that are, in the photographer’s opinion, a bit like Marmite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 31 March, 2016, 01:13:23 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 30 March, 2016, 07:16:38 pm
But is it to be used indiscriminately or only on bicycles that are, in the photographer’s opinion, a bit like Marmite?

Oh, completely and utterly without discrimination.

Quote from: billplumtree on 22 August, 2015, 05:21:44 pm
From 136, Sanders Bridge:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/407/19582435843_8ee11cfddd_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vQr6Wc)
137 (https://flic.kr/p/vQr6Wc) by billplumtree (https://www.flickr.com/photos/billplumtree/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 March, 2016, 04:28:01 pm
The odd thing is that I don't recall a photo of anyone posing beside their bike in a Marmite jersey.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 31 March, 2016, 08:52:07 pm
Ah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE NEED A MARMITE PIC THREAD!   you know, like the well traveled knome. even 'extreeme marmite'   yeh!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 31 March, 2016, 09:01:00 pm
No, we don't.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 31 March, 2016, 09:04:10 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 30 March, 2016, 09:31:27 am
My fettling's finished so a photo of my Dawes Horizon in Audax mode. Need to work out why it takes a double shift to get from the middle ring from the granny but otherwise I'm happy enough :)

Something to do with the trimming positions?

Is it needing a double shift when changing from middle to granny, or the other way round?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 01 April, 2016, 07:59:39 am
Quote from: mcshroom on 30 March, 2016, 09:31:27 am
My fettling's finished so a photo of my Dawes Horizon in Audax mode. Need to work out why it takes a double shift to get from the middle ring from the granny but otherwise I'm happy enough :)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qNnpd99spnM/VvuNyVltxBI/AAAAAAAALo4/pTii8AJhWbINCcYSNgCUogx7-aSwzdSpACCo/s640-Ic42/DSCF4018.JPG)

Bit of a perspective thing going on with the bars. They're not that massive in real life ???

One of these for sale on ctc forum, front and rear rack, £300. Sounds cheap.

Ps. Actually its an "horizon plus" 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Vince on 07 April, 2016, 11:18:35 pm
An old one from 2000. It was written off in 2001.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/Moulton_zpsuoi0klcm.jpg)
I really liked that bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 08 April, 2016, 01:20:51 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 31 March, 2016, 04:28:01 pm
The odd thing is that I don't recall a photo of anyone posing beside their bike in a Marmite jersey.

That's because it's really hard to get a bike into a Marmite jersey.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mava on 03 May, 2016, 02:48:30 pm
Quote from: Vince on 07 April, 2016, 11:18:35 pm
An old one from 2000. It was written off in 2001.
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t140/VinceHall/CyclingStuff/Moulton_zpsuoi0klcm.jpg)
I really liked that bike.

Cool!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polco on 06 May, 2016, 10:39:26 am
My collection
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/26413336422_a4c433a3fc.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7)Raleigh Twenty (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/7250262482_29b996c600.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/c3Fury)Pride &amp; joy (https://flic.kr/p/c3Fury) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3733/19501195084_298e690005.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vHfHTs)531c JF Wilson (https://flic.kr/p/vHfHTs) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8741/16769282336_a337be92d7.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rxQXpw)New wheels! (https://flic.kr/p/rxQXpw) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/660/21872246484_eb07711457.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1)Carlton Continental 1974 (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 May, 2016, 07:16:43 pm
Oh dear, what have I let myself in for? Bought a bare frame, proceeded to build shiny wheels and chuck as much silver bits on it as possible

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7764/26836824416_6f49db1a14_b.jpg)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/26823972131_490da05769_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 08 May, 2016, 09:19:06 pm
Well, I'll go to the foot of our your stairs!

That's a bonny thing  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 08 May, 2016, 09:27:14 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 May, 2016, 07:16:43 pm
Oh dear, what have I let myself in for? Bought a bare frame, proceeded to build shiny wheels and chuck as much silver bits on it as possible

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7764/26836824416_6f49db1a14_b.jpg)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/26823972131_490da05769_b.jpg)
Once again, you've done the Pantone chart thing on the cables, haven't you?  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 May, 2016, 09:39:50 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 08 May, 2016, 09:19:06 pm
Well, I'll go to the foot of our your stairs!

That's a bonny thing  :D

More Snowdonia stone step/bike porn

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8606/16059361554_f80f574f21_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 May, 2016, 09:43:35 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 08 May, 2016, 09:27:14 pm
Once again, you've done the Pantone chart thing on the cables, haven't you?  :thumbsup:

 :) There are so many things I cannot help/stop myself repeating - despite . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 09 May, 2016, 01:23:43 pm
Quote from: Polco on 06 May, 2016, 10:39:26 am
My collection
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/26413336422_a4c433a3fc.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7)Raleigh Twenty (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/7250262482_29b996c600.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/c3Fury)Pride &amp; joy (https://flic.kr/p/c3Fury) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3733/19501195084_298e690005.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vHfHTs)531c JF Wilson (https://flic.kr/p/vHfHTs) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8741/16769282336_a337be92d7.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rxQXpw)New wheels! (https://flic.kr/p/rxQXpw) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/660/21872246484_eb07711457.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1)Carlton Continental 1974 (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
Lovely collection, Polco!  Rare to see a JF Wilson, something I desired. And you are a fellow Carlton owner! :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonB on 09 May, 2016, 08:08:43 pm
Hi Polco, nice bikes ... what are the guards on the Carlton?

Quote from: Polco on 06 May, 2016, 10:39:26 am
My collection
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/660/21872246484_eb07711457.jpg)[/url]Carlton Continental 1974 (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 09 May, 2016, 08:12:31 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/f54434ec-66fd-4bf0-bc35-576abe2cee86_zpsa48ibej6.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/f54434ec-66fd-4bf0-bc35-576abe2cee86_zpsa48ibej6.jpg.html)

'Olive ',  out on a jolly in the sun
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 09 May, 2016, 08:21:55 pm
^^^ Very nice looking 'Olive'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vantage on 11 May, 2016, 08:00:51 pm
That's a nice looking rig Blodwyn :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 May, 2016, 12:45:40 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 09 May, 2016, 08:12:31 pm
'Olive ',  out on a jolly in the sun

Lovely. What 'guards are they BP? The white ones on my bike are fatter than I need, and those look to be (potentially) a better fit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 12 May, 2016, 12:54:06 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/2016_UNO-op-8-mei.jpg)

My Tern Link Uno, with bullhorn bar; so I can approach the same position as on my 'normal' bikes rather well.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 12 May, 2016, 04:53:39 pm


Quote from: ijsbrand on 12 May, 2016, 12:54:06 pm
My Tern Link Uno, with bullhorn bar; so I can approach the same position as on my 'normal' bikes rather well.

nice one, i'm in the process of modifying the same bike for the very same reason. also want to get it's weight down to under 9kg.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 12 May, 2016, 06:26:29 pm
Adding a Brooks Flyer did not help the weight.. . But it adds a lot to the comfort for me. Also, that particular saddle never fit me totally right on any other bike, but on this one it suddenly does.

Should you still need to get an Andros stem, go for the second generation ones, as the first generation ones creak because of the safety slide-button thingy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 12 May, 2016, 07:48:42 pm
Quote from: ijsbrand on 12 May, 2016, 06:26:29 pm
Adding a Brooks Flyer did not help the weight.. . But it adds a lot to the comfort for me. Also, that particular saddle never fit me totally right on any other bike, but on this one it suddenly does.

Should you still need to get an Andros stem, go for the second generation ones, as the first generation ones creak because of the safety slide-button thingy.

thank you for the tips, i will be using a different handlepost/stem arrangement - still to find whether it's going to work. in it's current fugly state (actually, already dismantled into components):

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-N5E0DooTq8Q/VzTPbKpvZBI/AAAAAAAAEvY/By8V6raWIxEr72qddeZmY4XEv0HCHG22wCCo/s640/2016-04-24%2B17.33.48.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 12 May, 2016, 08:23:17 pm
How do you find the mudguards work in folded mode? I've hesitated putting them on my Mu Uno because I love the lack of fussy bits (gears, cables) - the front brake cable annoys me (insufficiently to remove, having been caught needing to brake with feet in the wrong position). As it is my go-to jump-on bike, the lack is a shortcoming.

(Mine has a B17 ;) )
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 12 May, 2016, 09:05:36 pm
not sure how the mudguards work in folded mode, i don't ride through puddles when folded ;). apart from keeping the bike cleaner they protect  the seatpost from spray/muck which can very quickly scratch and jam it when lowering/folding.
i plan to use quick-removable ones in the future.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 12 May, 2016, 09:32:56 pm
Doesn't time fly? I've had mine over six years (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg640823;topicseen#msg640823)! No wonder things are a little worn in places.  You're right about the dirt on the seatpost, I've just got in the habit of giving it a good wipe. Just looks to me as if the guards would get in the way, eg taking it on the tube, it's not the smallest fold out.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 12 May, 2016, 10:03:22 pm
yes, mudguards add about an inch to overall length, which is hardly noticeable. new drop handlebars will stick out much more!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polco on 14 May, 2016, 09:48:54 am
Quote from: JonB on 09 May, 2016, 08:08:43 pm
Hi Polco, nice bikes ... what are the guards on the Carlton?

I got the 'guards from Halfords, a cheapo set that were a faff to set up, but are ok once set up properly.
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bike-parts/mudguards/halfords-essentials-road-mudguard
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polco on 14 May, 2016, 09:53:53 am
Quote from: clarion on 09 May, 2016, 01:23:43 pm
Quote from: Polco on 06 May, 2016, 10:39:26 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/660/21872246484_eb07711457.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1)Carlton Continental 1974 (https://flic.kr/p/zjLYS1) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr
Lovely collection, Polco!  Rare to see a JF Wilson, something I desired. And you are a fellow Carlton owner! :)

Thank you, I actually rescued the Carlton from being dumped, it's now used almost daily as my commuting bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 14 May, 2016, 03:23:49 pm
Quote from: Paul on 12 May, 2016, 12:45:40 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 09 May, 2016, 08:12:31 pm
'Olive ',  out on a jolly in the sun

Lovely. What 'guards are they BP? The white ones on my bike are fatter than I need, and those look to be (potentially) a better fit.

They are SKS p45 Longboards in latte / beige. I do believe that I have just bought the last pair on the planet, as a spare set, as they are no longer available. soon to be R A R E !!!!! ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 May, 2016, 06:54:28 pm
Quote from: Polco on 06 May, 2016, 10:39:26 am
My collection
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1470/26413336422_a4c433a3fc.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7)Raleigh Twenty (https://flic.kr/p/Gf4fG7) by Paul WILSON (https://www.flickr.com/photos/weepee/), on Flickr

I'd love to know what Polar Bear makes of this!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 May, 2016, 06:55:08 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 May, 2016, 07:16:43 pm
Oh dear, what have I let myself in for? Bought a bare frame, proceeded to build shiny wheels and chuck as much silver bits on it as possible

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7764/26836824416_6f49db1a14_b.jpg)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/26823972131_490da05769_b.jpg)
Very tasty!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 18 May, 2016, 08:20:08 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 14 May, 2016, 03:23:49 pm
Quote from: Paul on 12 May, 2016, 12:45:40 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 09 May, 2016, 08:12:31 pm
'Olive ',  out on a jolly in the sun

Lovely. What 'guards are they BP? The white ones on my bike are fatter than I need, and those look to be (potentially) a better fit.

They are SKS p45 Longboards in latte / beige. I do believe that I have just bought the last pair on the planet, as a spare set, as they are no longer available. soon to be R A R E !!!!! ;)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160518_08_10_40_Pro_zpsxknqbcoe.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160518_08_10_40_Pro_zpsxknqbcoe.jpg.html)

spare pair arrived yesterday, :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 18 May, 2016, 09:58:48 am
As ever a diverse selection of lovely machines, but Slope's in particular made me go "ohhhh, that's lovely"...  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 18 May, 2016, 02:17:27 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 18 May, 2016, 09:58:48 am
As ever a diverse selection of lovely machines, but Slope's in particular made me go "ohhhh, that's lovely"...  ;D

Agreed.  Slope's Moulton is stunning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 21 May, 2016, 02:42:42 pm
First new bike in years.  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/MAB4ezb.jpg)

Not used it in anger yet. Setting up the tubeless was more of a PITA than I thought it would be. Still not entirely confident it's properly sealed at the valves.

Going to have a go at making a frame bag, seat pack and handlebar harness soon with a view to spending days in the wilderness.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: billplumtree on 21 May, 2016, 09:12:08 pm
Quote from: LEE on 18 May, 2016, 02:17:27 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 18 May, 2016, 09:58:48 am
As ever a diverse selection of lovely machines, but Slope's in particular made me go "ohhhh, that's lovely"...  ;D

Agreed.  Slope's Moulton is stunning.

Absolutely bloomin' gorgeous.  And very nicely photographed too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 May, 2016, 09:36:26 pm
Quote from: billplumtree on 21 May, 2016, 09:12:08 pm
Quote from: LEE on 18 May, 2016, 02:17:27 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 18 May, 2016, 09:58:48 am
As ever a diverse selection of lovely machines, but Slope's in particular made me go "ohhhh, that's lovely"...  ;D

Agreed.  Slope's Moulton is stunning.

Absolutely bloomin' gorgeous.  And very nicely photographed too.

Thank yous :)

Now with North Road bars :thumbsup:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7351/26974125265_9707d31672_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/H6BrFg)

And a Velo Orange 'knurled' headset cap to replace the black standard offering that came with the Moulton frameset + a Lion bell. Alas the ugly spacers and stem are a source of great annoyance. Visuals and elegance are not threadless stem advantages. A saw, a die and a conversion to quill stem will happen at some point :)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7645/26957400076_bd3590d1a6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/H58HRW)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 21 May, 2016, 09:37:59 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 21 May, 2016, 02:42:42 pm
First new bike in years.  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/MAB4ezb.jpg)

Not used it in anger yet. Setting up the tubeless was more of a PITA than I thought it would be. Still not entirely confident it's properly sealed at the valves.

Going to have a go at making a frame bag, seat pack and handlebar harness soon with a view to spending days in the wilderness.

That looks NICE and right :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 22 May, 2016, 01:39:35 am
Quote from: slope on 21 May, 2016, 09:37:59 pm
That looks NICE and right :thumbsup:

It does look pretty good doesn't it. Have to admit the teenager in me made this a bit of an impulse buy. I've been looking at MTB's for a while and lusted after an original Pine Mountain after seeing it in the pages of MBUK back in about 1990, so the fluro orange stem and rigid forks sold it for me. It may be wearing bar ends in the near future for that proper 90's look (and to give my ageing hands/wrists some options).  :P

Aside from hiring bikes at Glentress a couple of times every summer, it's been ages since I've been on fat tyres. It'll take a bit of adjustment from regularly riding something that weighs about 17lbs with 23c rubber onto something that's not far off twice that weight with 2.8 inch tyres (which, on my short test ride don't seem to be as ponderous and slow as you'd think). But I can't wait to give it a proper shakedown in the hills.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 22 May, 2016, 09:46:11 am
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7049/26558176244_3047a92549_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GsRAwq)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 22 May, 2016, 09:55:04 am
Quote from: kyuss on 21 May, 2016, 02:42:42 pm
First new bike in years.  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/MAB4ezb.jpg)

Not used it in anger yet. Setting up the tubeless was more of a PITA than I thought it would be. Still not entirely confident it's properly sealed at the valves.

Going to have a go at making a frame bag, seat pack and handlebar harness soon with a view to spending days in the wilderness.

 :thumbs:

I was looking at one of these the other day, thankfully it wasn't my size and it would've come out of my camera fund 9 (which I've now spent!)

It takes me back to the good old mtb days when I rode Marin and GTs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 23 May, 2016, 02:17:27 pm
We has a pre loved Marin Eldridge in Stealth and Dayglow (matt grey and orange)  a bit like this one  (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=marin+eldridge+grade&safe=strict&biw=1280&bih=907&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwip25b9o_DMAhVdGsAKHTdjBecQ_AUIBigB&dpr=1#imgrc=KQLvYM7WyHTBwM%3A)for sale at the bike shop........

Not a whole lot of tokens required IIRC.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 24 May, 2016, 10:37:40 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 23 May, 2016, 02:17:27 pm
We has a pre loved Marin Eldridge in Stealth and Dayglow (matt grey and orange)  a bit like this one  (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=marin+eldridge+grade&safe=strict&biw=1280&bih=907&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwip25b9o_DMAhVdGsAKHTdjBecQ_AUIBigB&dpr=1#imgrc=KQLvYM7WyHTBwM%3A)for sale at the bike shop........

Not a whole lot of tokens required IIRC.

Mid-90's model, great frames, perfect basis for a do-it-all hack/commuter bike.

They do tend to come up a little small, though, if you normal ride a 19", go for a 21" etc etc.

I am still looking for a '98 Pine Mountain (metallic green frame).  Best hardtail I ever had!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: iddu on 25 May, 2016, 09:18:03 pm
Ooops, had a little clickcident...Gonna need a bigger SEEKRIT BUNKER ;D

(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/00000000-Misc/DSCN0763_zps6n4tswwc.jpg)

(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r200/iddu/00000000-Misc/DSCN0764_zps5itcktb2.jpg)

-------------------
>> c u down the road...you not coming to Paris then?
>Nope, done it once. Only way I'd consider it is something dumb like the tandem recumbent record.

Ah, ummm, yes :facepalm: Idjeet wanted, apply within...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 25 May, 2016, 10:34:50 pm
Proper awesome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 26 May, 2016, 04:12:04 pm
:o :o :o Gissago, iddu!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 May, 2016, 05:50:56 pm
Quote from: clarion on 26 May, 2016, 04:12:04 pm
:o :o :o Gissago, iddu!


You captain, I'll stoke . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 27 May, 2016, 12:49:01 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/z5T7gfz.jpg)

Audax ready (well I might need mudguards)!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 27 May, 2016, 12:53:40 pm
That looks like the bar tape I have. I gave up on the Brooks stuff - it looked lovely but was very hard on the hands, even with gel/other tape underneath. The replacement doesn't look as good close up, but it's not bad, and it's much more comfortable. I suspect it will be lower maintenance too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 27 May, 2016, 12:56:46 pm
It's Fizik Superlight Classic. I've only done this mornings commute of 15 miles so far with both the saddle and the tape. It's not as padded as my previous tape. I'm thinking I might re-wrap this over the old tape fixed along the tops as extra padding as it's a bit hard
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 28 May, 2016, 07:40:50 pm
Instead of n+1 because n+1 has gone missing. I decided to drag myself into the present century with a new bitsa road bike. SAB alloy/carbon frame, Tiagra sti changers, clipless pedals, that sort of thing. Spent from October, when I bought the frame, to March picking up bits and pieces as bargains and time permitted. Being only half competent with a toolkit, I handed some of the work to my trusted LBS to put the bits togther and went off on a business trip. Text'd the shop to say I'd be back Friday and in on Monday to collect. Went on Monday 2nd May only to find THE SHOP HAD CLOSED DOWN.  Apparently my bike is in the former owner's brother's garage, but who knows where that is. I'm still without it a month later.
So instead I raided the parts bin and built myself a fixie. And yes, the wheels are different sizes. 559 with 34X13 gives 68" fixed. Weighs exactly 10kg. Haven't ridden fixed since I was a teenager. It's a hoot.

(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF7641_zpsy8aiedzf.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 May, 2016, 08:18:57 pm
Gosh! I hope you get your 21st-century bitsa bike back, but in the meantime – hoot on!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 28 May, 2016, 10:57:25 pm
How tall are you, phil653? Is there a clue in your name?

I'm not sure what a bitsa bike is, but if the shop has closed down and your bike is nowhere to be seen, you may need to start thinking about where you are in the queue of creditors.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 May, 2016, 10:58:21 pm
Quote from: phil653 on 28 May, 2016, 07:40:50 pm
(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF7641_zpsy8aiedzf.jpg)

Best bicycle-shaped optical illusion since Wobbly John last got his welding kit out.  Are you excessively tall, or does the bike just look that way?

ETA: Crosspost with Paul
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 29 May, 2016, 09:30:49 am
That's what you get when you put a 26" wheel in a frame designed for 700c's. So, herewith an optical illusion buster: the blue'un parked next to the Roberts. The blue'un is a British Eagle built from Reynolds 653 - hence user name - and is a 60cm frame. The Roberts is a 58cm.  No, I'm not excessively tall, a shade over 6' so no hobbit either.  The blue'un was last seen on these pages as a Fully Loaded Tourer. It had been languishing part-stripped in the shed since I built up the Roberts.
N+1 is a bitsa because it's got bitsa this and bitsa that. The SAB frame cost 75 quid, the forks are Gazelle. The wheels are my old light but strong sprints with tubs. The sti shifters and bars came from a second-hand bin. In what could prove to be mistake, it's got a 10 speed screw-on freewheel from SJS, but at only 5mm wider than the 7 speed that it replaces, I'm hoping the extra distance from the inboard bearings doesn't lead to a snapped axle anytime soon.

STOP PRESS: In news just in, n+1 is said to be coming back to me mañana. Got to hope that's mañana in it's literal sense of 'the day after today' and not in the more frequently used 'sometime in the future, but not today'.

(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/DSCF7642_zpslap0sfdd.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 31 May, 2016, 06:34:40 pm
Quote from: bumper on 22 May, 2016, 09:55:04 am
Quote from: kyuss on 21 May, 2016, 02:42:42 pm
First new bike in years.  :D

(http://i.imgur.com/MAB4ezb.jpg)

Not used it in anger yet. Setting up the tubeless was more of a PITA than I thought it would be. Still not entirely confident it's properly sealed at the valves.

Going to have a go at making a frame bag, seat pack and handlebar harness soon with a view to spending days in the wilderness.

 :thumbs:

I was looking at one of these the other day, thankfully it wasn't my size and it would've come out of my camera fund 9 (which I've now spent!)

It takes me back to the good old mtb days when I rode Marin and GTs.

Exactly what bumper said.

Apart from mine was a fund for, er, another bike :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 31 May, 2016, 06:50:17 pm
My current Aravis set up

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7321/27290800456_0e55082dee_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm)IMG_3079 (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: vorsprung on 31 May, 2016, 08:22:21 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/jhcVvAO.jpg)

New bike Genesis Datum 20

105 11 speed hydraulic disks, carbon frame, SKS longboards, Brooks B17, Carradice SQR Tour, Velocity Aireon rims, Schmidt with thru axel at front, Velocity Aireon + XTR at back, IQ X front, Leyezne rear, side entry bottle cages, nice genesis randonneur bars, old M540 pedals, Challenge Strada Bianca Pro 30mm tyres

Viewed here shortly after completing the Kernow and South West 600
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 19 June, 2016, 09:15:47 pm
My toy

(http://www.woollypigs.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Azub_six_horses-1024x683.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 19 June, 2016, 10:33:46 pm
Quote from: windy on 31 May, 2016, 06:50:17 pm
My current Aravis set up

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7321/27290800456_0e55082dee_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm)IMG_3079 (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Classy. Lots of carefully chosen stuff there, much of which I’d choose myself! But I’d replace the cages with the steel version (http://www.elite-it.com/en/products/bottle-cages/metal-inox/ciussi-inox).

What are the angles on the frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 20 June, 2016, 11:55:43 am
Quote from: woollypigs on 19 June, 2016, 09:15:47 pm
My toy

(http://www.woollypigs.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Azub_six_horses-1024x683.jpg)
With built in tail wind!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 20 June, 2016, 02:05:35 pm
Quote from: vorsprung on 31 May, 2016, 08:22:21 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/jhcVvAO.jpg)

Very nice!

Quote from: vorsprung on 31 May, 2016, 08:22:21 pm
... SKS longboards...

A quick question: I notice that the Datum has a mid-fork mount for the front guard.  How far up from the axle center is the mount?

I recently tried fitting a set of Longboards to my Planet-X London Road which also has mid-fork mounts, and found that the stays weren't long enough to reach the lower mounting point on the guard, owing to it being a lot further down than a standard SKS chromoplastic guard.

The mount point on the Planet-X is quite high - 160mm away from the axle centre.  I guess the datum must be a bit lower than that.

(I trial fitted the front guard off my day01, a standard SKS chromoplastic guard,  to the Planet X and the stays reach OK, albeit with no need to trim the lower stay).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 20 June, 2016, 09:55:09 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 20 June, 2016, 11:55:43 am
Quote from: woollypigs on 19 June, 2016, 09:15:47 pm
My toy

(http://www.woollypigs.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Azub_six_horses-1024x683.jpg)
With built in tail wind!  :thumbsup:

My first thought was that the flags were pointing the wrong way, too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 20 June, 2016, 10:02:36 pm
The downside is the masssssive fan I have to drag around with me
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 20 June, 2016, 11:49:06 pm
Quote from: woollypigs on 20 June, 2016, 10:02:36 pm
The downside is the masssssive fan I have to drag around with me

You really shouldn't talk about Peli like that!   :o ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: woollypigs on 20 June, 2016, 11:59:20 pm
New keyboard please :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 June, 2016, 12:27:08 am
WHAT?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phil653 on 21 June, 2016, 04:20:51 pm

See post 8189. n+1 now rescued from the closed-down-LBS-of-doom.

(http://i1383.photobucket.com/albums/ah311/berry30/Mobile%20Uploads/20160618_110550_zps0wxwh2kn.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 21 June, 2016, 09:46:43 pm
1980's Condor with old 105 Golden Arrow groupset. Had my 1st ride tonight and it's good .... Need to customise it (the fenders need readjusting, needs new bartape, brake hoods, better tyres, etc etc .... saddle is a leather condor and is in good condition..... looks old style, but it's actually very comfortable for the few km that I have ridden:

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/YBoAAOSwuhhXXm41/$_57.JPG)

am selling this bike (my daughter's Trek bike), and will get her a Surly LHT (she is trying to 'claim' mine  :(

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NjAwWDk2OQ==/z/vQcAAOSwjXRXYWbJ/$_57.JPG)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 21 June, 2016, 11:33:46 pm
Quote from: dim on 21 June, 2016, 09:46:43 pm

am selling this bike (my daughter's Trek bike), and will get her a Surly LHT (she is trying to 'claim' mine  :(


What size frame? I can seet he seatpost is right down, so not holding out much hope
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 22 June, 2016, 04:27:40 am
Quote from: Ham on 21 June, 2016, 11:33:46 pm
Quote from: dim on 21 June, 2016, 09:46:43 pm

am selling this bike (my daughter's Trek bike), and will get her a Surly LHT (she is trying to 'claim' mine  :(


What size frame? I can seet he seatpost is right down, so not holding out much hope

its a 50cm frame, (from centre of crank to top of seat post clamp, and the top tube measures 50cm from the centre of the handlebar stem to the centre of the seatpost. standover height is approx 75cm. It's a compact design (WSD)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 22 June, 2016, 10:26:54 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 21 June, 2016, 12:27:08 am
WHAT?

It's a variant on this:- C|N>K (http://www.catb.org/jargon/html/C/CNK.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 24 June, 2016, 06:47:17 pm
Oh Well. If we're all going to hell in a handcart, may as well have fun ON A NEW BIKE before we go!

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7419/27268378073_785ecaae0e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HxByMx)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 June, 2016, 06:48:48 pm
Way to exit!

And you can tell you've not lived there long – the kitchen is spotless!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 25 June, 2016, 12:08:17 pm
Spoke reflectors AND a dork disc?

Dear me! Standards . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 25 June, 2016, 03:25:14 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 25 June, 2016, 12:08:17 pm
Spoke reflectors AND a dork disc?

I'm sure Chris will deal with those at the same time as he sorts out his gear selection.

Won't you Chris?

Bike's lovely, by the way. I was going to say that it's not really my cup of tea, but the more I look at it the more I think I could start drinking different tea.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris S on 25 June, 2016, 04:00:50 pm
Quote from: Paul on 25 June, 2016, 03:25:14 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 25 June, 2016, 12:08:17 pm
Spoke reflectors AND a dork disc?

I'm sure Chris will deal with those at the same time as he sorts out his gear selection.

Won't you Chris?

Bike's lovely, by the way. I was going to say that it's not really my cup of tea, but the more I look at it the more I think I could start drinking different tea.

Funny you should say that!

Quote from: fboab
Take those fucking things off...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 25 June, 2016, 06:21:31 pm
Quote from: Chris S on 25 June, 2016, 04:00:50 pm
Funny you should say that!

Quote from: fboab
Take those fucking things off...
Get a proper jar of Marmite too!
I dread to think what foul substance is in a jar of CHRIS.  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 30 June, 2016, 01:26:04 pm
My Latest project. Mrs Trekkers new tourer.

Out of the box (thanks Ebay) last week.
(http://i.imgur.com/1gXJkug.jpg)

And this was it this morning ready for it's first commute
(http://i.imgur.com/JhiSXHU.jpg)

The black stem is borrowed from my winter bike whilst I set her position and the crankset is mine also, borrowed from my MTB/touring conversion project which is next on the list but otherwise it's pretty much finished (except she wants a silver rack and matching mudguards).

First camping tour on it will be Friday for the fully loaded gallery.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 30 June, 2016, 01:29:14 pm
Ooo. That looks lovely.

Mrs h has been making murmurings about a road bike recently. Therefore watching this thread with great interest.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 11 July, 2016, 10:55:38 am
By chance I found a 50T one-piece Chainring/Crank this weekend.

This enabled me to complete the re-gearing of The PABBB (The Pink And Black Blotchy Brommie).  It now rides like a dream, no more spinning out top gear at jogging pace.

As inherited.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z7AII1QTFmc/VM9Z1ocopCI/AAAAAAAAEsM/wMdF8VrBE6kKV8HyewGT4oqzDqThsOyTQCCo/s912/a%2BBrommie%2BUnfolded.jpg)

Almost finished. 50T Chainring.  (everyone has told me to leave it pink, black and blotchy and not respray it.)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XbqsmOs4V2o/V4NsAjacAZI/AAAAAAAAIPM/M3NARqm2xVYp3xQKktDHBnVcNLs0ktiCQCCo/s1024/a%2BBrommie%2B50t.jpg)

Those chain links from an old SRAM PC1 1/8" chain I kept in the Bitsa-box came in handy.  I stitched them into the existing chain and saved a few quid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 12 July, 2016, 07:21:36 am
My new winter/everything bike, a Pinnacle Arkose (mudguards still need fitting so it's not quite complete yet, but I took it for its first ride last night):

(https://c4.staticflickr.com/8/7454/27634942363_975db4f19e_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/J71izv)

I've swapped out the knobblies it came with for 28mm road tyres, which I'm really impressed with comfort-wise - I actually found myself seeking out the bumps in the road, rather than avoiding them!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 13 July, 2016, 05:55:51 pm
The Red Baron Rides North...

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/red_baron/2016_07_13_15_50_18.sized.jpg)

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/red_baron/2016_07_13_15_50_27.sized.jpg)

This one's been a work in progress for a while now, after years of doing not very much in Charlotte's SEEKRIT BUNKER.  Plenty of type 2 fun with internally-routed cables and corroded bolts, plus the usual joy that comes with obtaining short cranks.

Anyway, I finally got it roadworthy with the addition of a middle chainring earlier this week, so I took it out for a fall-down shake-down ride in the local park this afternoon.  It's a fairly twitchy beast, so most of that was spent practising starts and stops, tight turns and riding very slowly.  Neverthless, I can report that while it doesn't necessarily show signs of wanting to go fast, it certainly likes going around corners a fair bit more than the Streetmachine does.

Several items on the buglist:  Loose steerer.  Ergonomics.  That bloody headrest.  I also remain unconvinced about the merits of a 36-spoke SON28 on a small-wheeled ostensibly fast bike (presumably the original owner had one in the shed or it predates the SON Delux or something) - some dirty wheel-swapping may be required.

I only dropped it 1.5 times.  After an hour or so of manoeuvres, the In The Night Garden Live showdome emptied out, so I fled the mass of excited toddlers to have a go at the uphill silly sustrans gate slalom (no issues) and see how it handled at 30mph+ on the road back down the outside of the park.  And promptly fell over sideways twice when trying to set off at a junction with a silly camber.   :-[

I also need to find a proper hair solution that doesn't involve either  a) stuffing it all under something sweaty  or  b) an unobtanium carbon fibre tailbox.  My hair's notoriously uncooperative at staying tied up, and I fear that if it snags in the wheel I may end up with a broken neck, or at least rocking the RichForrest look.

Obviously I've enough ICE trike experience to know that being low down isn't a problem in traffic, but without tadpole wheels, it does leave you vulnerable to goose attack  (DAHIKT).   :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 13 July, 2016, 09:57:41 pm
A work in progress, but I've succumbed to steel! A Planet X WF Holdsworth Cyclone frame, with bits from the spares box: Ultegra 6600 groupset (bar R650 brakes), de-decalled Ksyrium Elites, Cinelli bar & stem, Brooks Cambium saddle. One day it'll have silver Athena (must be Campag for Holdsworth, right?!) and a nice pair of Mike Conway wheels, but I'm buying a house just now and those will have to wait.

(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-07/9A8926EF-B522-4D9F-9AFD-F0A7B79BE15B_zpsudlhqpmk.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-07/9A8926EF-B522-4D9F-9AFD-F0A7B79BE15B_zpsudlhqpmk.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 13 July, 2016, 10:38:13 pm
Quote from: TimC on 13 July, 2016, 09:57:41 pm
One day it'll have silver Athena (must be Campag for Holdsworth, right?!) and a nice pair of Mike Conway wheels,
I look forward to that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 14 July, 2016, 12:44:36 am
Quote from: TimC on 13 July, 2016, 09:57:41 pm
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b330/TimC_1955/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-07/9A8926EF-B522-4D9F-9AFD-F0A7B79BE15B_zpsudlhqpmk.jpg) (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/TimC_1955/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-07/9A8926EF-B522-4D9F-9AFD-F0A7B79BE15B_zpsudlhqpmk.jpg.html)

OUCH!

That's gorgeous!

Now you are going to ruin it with derailleurs?

I may need to copy that paint-job
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 14 July, 2016, 08:30:20 am
The rear derailleur and cassette are on there already, and the compact double on the front is also a clue! I don't do fixed, and this frame is not made to be a fixed-gear setup. There are alternative Holdsworth frames for that!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 15 July, 2016, 07:43:20 am
My new bike (bought for £10 and in very good condition)... it's now on ebay but I doubt that it will sell (I would rather keep it)

1980's Bridgestone MB-2 (lugged version made in Japan). I will be customising this over the next few weeks and use it as a winter bike (drop bars, bar end shifters, Brooks Cambium carved C17 saddle, dynamo hub/lights, mudguards, Ortlieb pannier bags,  and Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 26 x 2 "tyres

(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/OTY5WDE0NTU=/z/kMcAAOSwvg9Xe8v7/$_57.JPG)

it will be a cheaper version of a Surly LHT .... has very similar geometry to my 50cm LHT

here's one that has been customized:

(http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/images3/cc405-3MB2%20rear.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 02:06:57 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg.html)


Some pics of OLIVE's latest incarnation, with 650b rims and 42mm tyres.  ( wheelstickers now removed)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 July, 2016, 02:21:30 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 19 June, 2016, 10:33:46 pm
Quote from: windy on 31 May, 2016, 06:50:17 pm
My current Aravis set up

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7321/27290800456_0e55082dee_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm)IMG_3079 (https://flic.kr/p/HzAubm) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Classy. Lots of carefully chosen stuff there, much of which I’d choose myself! But I’d replace the cages with the steel version (http://www.elite-it.com/en/products/bottle-cages/metal-inox/ciussi-inox).

What are the angles on the frame?

Thanks, not sure but think angles of 73 and 72 were mentioned when I bought the frame - but that was >10 years ago so I could be wrong. Living on an island the problem with steel accessories is oxidation from sea air.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 July, 2016, 02:21:52 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 02:06:57 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg.html)


Some pics of OLIVE's latest incarnation, with 650b rims and 42mm tyres.  ( wheelstickers now removed)

Nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 20 July, 2016, 04:10:34 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 02:06:57 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_11_59_59_Pro_zpsckgyfoki.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160717_10_30_05_Pro_zpspitxprsv.jpg.html)

(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160707_18_55_18_Pro_zpskekyeafk.jpg.html)


Some pics of OLIVE's latest incarnation, with 650b rims and 42mm tyres.  ( wheelstickers now removed)

Very nice indeed. Have you noticed any change to the handling from 700c to 650b?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 04:25:38 pm
no handling differences, but much smoother and I would say faster.
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: HeltorChasca on 20 July, 2016, 07:42:58 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 04:25:38 pm
no handling differences, but much smoother and I would say faster.

Good info and a stunning bike. Stem, chain rings, cranks and pedals NEED to be silver!

There you are I've set you another project. No need to thank me

EDIT: Are those flowers on your luggage? I toured with a friend who had flowers on her rear panniers. So jaunty.

What flowers will match a beard, long hair and a gormless expression? I need!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 July, 2016, 06:20:57 pm
Quote from: HeltorChasca on 20 July, 2016, 07:42:58 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 04:25:38 pm
no handling differences, but much smoother and I would say faster.

Good info and a stunning bike. Stem, chain rings, cranks and pedals NEED to be silver!

EDIT: Are those flowers on your luggage? I toured with a friend who had flowers on her rear panniers. So jaunty.



(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160721_10_56_49_Pro_zpsvuho6umz.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160721_10_56_49_Pro_zpsvuho6umz.jpg.html)

BETTER!!!  :) I'll have to wait till the cranks come off (wait till I get a   hollowtech tooll) before I can dip them.  I did some other stuff,  (shown on 'Olive's' very own review page,   

PS, same stem and spacers, just a quick dip in a bowl of caustic soda, et voila!

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: HeltorChasca on 22 July, 2016, 11:59:32 am
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 21 July, 2016, 06:20:57 pm
Quote from: HeltorChasca on 20 July, 2016, 07:42:58 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 20 July, 2016, 04:25:38 pm
no handling differences, but much smoother and I would say faster.

Good info and a stunning bike. Stem, chain rings, cranks and pedals NEED to be silver!

EDIT: Are those flowers on your luggage? I toured with a friend who had flowers on her rear panniers. So jaunty.



(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160721_10_56_49_Pro_zpsvuho6umz.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20160721_10_56_49_Pro_zpsvuho6umz.jpg.html)

BETTER!!!  :) I'll have to wait till the cranks come off (wait till I get a   hollowtech tooll) before I can dip them.  I did some other stuff,  (shown on 'Olive's' very own review page,   

PS, same stem and spacers, just a quick dip in a bowl of caustic soda, et voila!

Wow! That's a tidy job with the caustic soda. Very smart!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 July, 2016, 07:42:50 pm
New project started :)

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/9/8504/27879849534_6a86d1a852_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JtDvWW)IMG_1666 (https://flic.kr/p/JtDvWW) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8451/28213105260_6e0f4853b7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JZ6xgj)IMG_1669 (https://flic.kr/p/JZ6xgj) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 July, 2016, 11:00:51 am
that looks like a decent shed man cave  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 24 July, 2016, 12:03:15 pm
(http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa370/dneilson01/M5%20Build/P1010216_zpsuvpaceoe.jpg) (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/dneilson01/media/M5%20Build/P1010216_zpsuvpaceoe.jpg.html)

Since this I've shortened the boom by 2" and it's now rideable by the normally proportioned, also added guard to the front idler to stop it biting me and recycled another bag as a "saddlebag", fastened to the head rest mounts.  Need to adjust the chain a touch with the boom length reduction
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 28 July, 2016, 01:03:27 pm
This is my N-1+1, a Planet X London Road in Stealth Black.

(http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr1_s.jpg) (http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr1.jpg)
(http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr2_s.jpg) (http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr2.jpg)
(http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr3_s.jpg) (http://www.oakden.org/mark/bike/yacf/pics/pxlr3.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 01:05:12 pm
Where did you find the London Road sign?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 28 July, 2016, 02:11:21 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 01:05:12 pm
Where did you find the London Road sign?

Maldon, on an MEMWNS ride. :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 02:13:03 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 28 July, 2016, 02:11:21 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 01:05:12 pm
Where did you find the London Road sign?

Maldon, on an MEMWNS ride. :)

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 July, 2016, 05:14:40 pm
Do we need a "bikes next to appropriate roadsigns" thread?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 05:26:19 pm
Quote from: Kim on 28 July, 2016, 05:14:40 pm
Do we need a "bikes next to appropriate roadsigns" thread?  :D

Yes  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: marcusjb on 28 July, 2016, 06:56:54 pm
Quote from: Kim on 28 July, 2016, 05:14:40 pm
Do we need a "bikes next to appropriate roadsigns" thread?  :D

Top idea!

Just done some quick research and there is a Condor Road only 15km away!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 28 July, 2016, 07:07:21 pm
I can do 3 of 4 here in London.  That's next week's adventures sorted.

I'd need to visit Spain for the remaining bicycle.  That will not be happening next week.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 July, 2016, 07:14:17 pm
For one I need to visit Extremadura or Yucatan. That's not going to happen next week either! Or I can find a Disney princess... For the other bike I need to find one of the seven dwarves!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 28 July, 2016, 09:05:26 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 28 July, 2016, 05:26:19 pm
Quote from: Kim on 28 July, 2016, 05:14:40 pm
Do we need a "bikes next to appropriate roadsigns" thread?  :D

Yes  :thumbsup:

https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=98716.0
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 29 July, 2016, 06:28:35 pm
I'm not playing with the M5 :P

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rabbit on 06 August, 2016, 10:11:05 am
I've had a custom build steel hardtail mountain bike built up, for long distance touring carrying luggage, although it feels great luggage-free too  ;D

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-J7jj5IX3paU/V6NzWHVpJvI/AAAAAAAAB4A/YjE-6tMc7Lct4j2EcSQRfLuz6C8eSSHSQCLcB/s1600/P7150694.JPG)

I have written a blog entry up about the process, for those who want to read it.

http://littlegirlbunny.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/the-perfect-custom-frame.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Afasoas on 06 August, 2016, 04:22:15 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/T73L0pEh.jpg)

Nothing to get excited about, except to say I start cycle commuting again on Monday. Looks like this RidgeBack was originally purchased from Henry Burton some years ago... And I don't it's ever been used. Not until now that is.

I look forward to getting my Airborne back when Torslanda has finished working his magic on it, but I need to regain some fitness else it will be completely wasted on me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 August, 2016, 06:09:20 pm
Guilty m'lud!

I'll pick the 'dale up from you when I bring your Airborne back. I'll commit to you riding it befor ethe Summer's gone.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Afasoas on 07 August, 2016, 10:49:58 pm
There's no hurry... going to be a while before I get my cycling legs back. Already bricking it at the prospect of cycling to work tomorrow!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: morbihan on 11 August, 2016, 12:46:36 pm
Some images of my Mud Puppy currently being loaded up onto the Firefly site.
http://fireflybicycles.tumblr.com
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 31 August, 2016, 08:06:51 pm
With some new, non-knackered idlers, a Ventisit seat pad and a re-molished headrest mount, the Red Baron is now fit for proper riding:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/red_baron/2016_08_31_15_03_47.sized.jpg)

(And yes, the tide is still out at Earlswood.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 06 September, 2016, 09:28:03 am
Pact fix, almost finished:
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8481/29205090890_d42a1a86b3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LuKJ2Q)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 06 September, 2016, 01:08:43 pm
Yum yum.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 13 September, 2016, 08:33:28 pm
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13934822_10154456813686584_5976784895001553418_n.jpg?oh=0e486c7ff17c28832c471308b8726c33&oe=584062B9)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 September, 2016, 11:40:07 am
Is the Ottomeyer an early use of Reynolds 531?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 14 September, 2016, 04:29:49 pm
It would probably have been too flexible for boiler plate.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 15 September, 2016, 08:15:30 pm
(http://imageshack.com/a/img921/594/ZeTLzv.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img921/594/ZeTLzv.jpg)

Click to embiggen.

This is a Spa Audax in summer trim and my only bicycle. A good and proper machine. Build details here (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=73529.msg2079138#msg2079138).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 16 September, 2016, 10:47:57 pm
A study in elegance. Beautiful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 17 September, 2016, 11:32:10 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 15 September, 2016, 08:15:30 pm
(http://imageshack.com/a/img921/594/ZeTLzv.jpg) (http://imageshack.com/a/img921/594/ZeTLzv.jpg)

Click to embiggen.

This is a Spa Audax in summer trim and my only bicycle. A good and proper machine. Build details here (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=73529.msg2079138#msg2079138).

Very nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 17 September, 2016, 12:21:41 pm
Thanks!

Chris n: what’s the seat-tube angle on your Pact frame? I’m trying to figure out how you can sit on a Cambium that far forward! As you can see above, I have a 72.5° seat tube and 25 mm layback seatpost, and I’m still at the rearward limit of the saddle rails – and wanting about 5 mm more, ideally. Nice-looking, modern bicycle though. The camouflage tape is an interesting twist.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 17 September, 2016, 01:11:40 pm
Quote from: chris n on 06 September, 2016, 09:28:03 am
Pact fix, almost finished:
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8481/29205090890_d42a1a86b3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LuKJ2Q)
Very nice. What's the spec?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 September, 2016, 03:41:38 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 17 September, 2016, 12:21:41 pm
Thanks!

Chris n: what’s the seat-tube angle on your Pact frame? I’m trying to figure out how you can sit on a Cambium that far forward! As you can see above, I have a 72.5° seat tube and 25 mm layback seatpost, and I’m still at the rearward limit of the saddle rails – and wanting about 5 mm more, ideally. Nice-looking, modern bicycle though. The camouflage tape is an interesting twist.

Thanks Samuel. I specified 72° but haven't measured it. Saddle is as far back as it will go on the inline post and feels like it's in the right place - though isn't very comfortable. I can't decide if that's because it's in the wrong place, it doesn't suit me or if I've not got used to it yet. It feels as though it's too short - I either end up sitting on the frame at the back or on the nose.

I like your Spa, btw - a very nice looking classic bicycle, though I can't help feeling it will look better with the mudguards fitted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 September, 2016, 03:49:44 pm
Quote from: Robh on 17 September, 2016, 01:11:40 pm
Very nice. What's the spec?

Thanks Rob. Have a look here for more details: https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=97537.0
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 17 September, 2016, 04:02:27 pm
Quote from: Paul on 06 September, 2016, 01:08:43 pm
Yum yum.

Thanks Paul. :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 05:45:29 pm
Quote from: chris n on 06 September, 2016, 09:28:03 am
Pact fix, almost finished:
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8481/29205090890_d42a1a86b3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LuKJ2Q)

What's that rack thingy?  I've a similar shaped bag to that but no way to mount it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 05:47:12 pm
Quote from: Kim on 31 August, 2016, 08:06:51 pm
With some new, non-knackered idlers, a Ventisit seat pad and a re-molished headrest mount, the Red Baron is now fit for proper riding:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/red_baron/2016_08_31_15_03_47.sized.jpg)

(And yes, the tide is still out at Earlswood.)

Very nice, I like the twin idlers, much better for steering. 

Do you manage to drink from those bottles on the move? I expect that has similarly twitchy steering to the M5?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 September, 2016, 08:18:46 pm
My 1970 something Raleigh Professional 'fixed' and back on the road :)

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8430/29168088824_6e4b72d68f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Lru5Bb)Fixed it - 1970's Raleigh Professional back on the road (https://flic.kr/p/Lru5Bb) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 19 September, 2016, 08:30:14 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 05:47:12 pm
Quote from: Kim on 31 August, 2016, 08:06:51 pm
With some new, non-knackered idlers, a Ventisit seat pad and a re-molished headrest mount, the Red Baron is now fit for proper riding:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/red_baron/2016_08_31_15_03_47.sized.jpg)

(And yes, the tide is still out at Earlswood.)

Very nice, I like the twin idlers, much better for steering.

AIUI the Baron can work with the chain dropped, but that complicates matters, for the sort of efficiency/weight gain that only makes sense if you're racing.  There's also a mutant configuration some people run which gives a straighter return chainline in exchange for an extra deflection of the drive-side (bringing the first return idler further outboard and anchoring the drive side chain tube above it), which is how it was set up when I received it.  But that didn't seem to play nicely with my chainrings/boom length, so I went back to basics with the standard two-idler configuration and tweaked until it worked properly (or as properly as anything can reasonably be expected to work with 22-36-50 chainrings).  The secret, for anyone playing along at home, is to tilt that first return idler *just so*.

 
Quote
Do you manage to drink from those bottles on the move? I expect that has similarly twitchy steering to the M5?

I need to take a photo of that, don't I?

On the Streetmachine, I use a Camelback valve linked to an Ortlieb 5litre[1] water bag on the rear rack (under the rack bag, if I'm using it) via a homebrew arrangement of connectors and PVC tube (Ortlieb do a kit, but it's rubbish).  I have a cunning arrangement of bastard-strong magnets to hold the free end of the tube to the underside of the seat when not in use.  There isn't really room for this on the Baron, due to the lack of space between the rack and the wheel for the plumbing.

So what I did, after getting bored with only being able to drink after getting off the bike, was hack the valve off an old leaky water bottle, and attach an appropriate set of connectors, tubing and pressure-relief valve (you can just see a hint of blue at the base of the headrest mount).  So my existing tube screws to the connector on the bottle, does a loop-the-loop of the bottle cage to take up some slack[2], and the free end magnetically attaches to the underside of the seat on the left, around about the position of the second return idler.  While riding along I can reach down, pull the tube free, drink from it, and when finished offer it back to the magnet which will snatch it back and hold it in place.  Sorted.

A bidon only holds 750ml, so there's a normal one on the right hand side which you can see in this picture.  I can swap lids when the first one empties, or drink from this directly when off the bike.  (That's a spare HPVelotechnik seat[3] that happened to have already been drilled for bottle cages, so I thought I'd attach some and see how well they worked - the cage positions weren't chosen with that bike in mind, but it is probably the most aerodynamic and skog-free place to put them.)

I've not ridden an M5 (would be interesting to try, but the only ones I've met in the flesh have been set up for tall people) but the Baron's certainly a lot twitchier than the SMGT tourer that I'm used to (something which applies to about 90% of bicycles, thobut).  That said, it's also a *lot* better at cornering, less well equipped for carrying luggage and comedy off-roading, and a fair bit faster :)  After about 350km, I'd say I'm now at the point where I'm not feeling unsafe on it, though I still make embarrassing mistakes like trying to set off in too high a gear, and I'm still not 100% sure about the headrest position - am currently leaving it where it is and seeing if my shoulder muscles get used to it.


[1] Enough for overnight camping.  I don't normally put more than 1.5 litres in it at a time for riding.
[2] The tube is long enough to drink from while sitting upright on a stationary Streetmachine.
[3] The Baron's seat turned out to be too big for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 08:52:57 pm
I'll post some close ups of my solution at some point, using a second hand Alpkit koala and a 2l bladder.  I may look out some magnets though if I can as your idea sounds good. I accidentally sat on my bite valve yesterday and got a wet back.

I'm in a similar position on the M5, 400km in and just getting the hang of it, but still need to focus on gear down at the stop and then the restart
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 19 September, 2016, 09:02:02 pm
Changing down while braking is occasionally challenging.  On the SMGT I have bar-end shifters, so in anything but an emergency can crash down the cassette in one swift motion and then go to the brake.  The Baron's got trigger shifters (which I like on my upwrongs), and they work well in general use, but this does necessarily result in having to do a couple of pumps of the thumb lever while simultaneously applying the brake with the same hand - a skill I'm still developing.

(Yes, I suppose I could swap the front and rear brakes and avoid this issue, but that's asking for even greater trouble.  And I'd like to avoid twist-grips on general principle.)

It's also a bigger faff to get it into a rideable state after an emergency stop:  If you stop the SMGT in too high a gear, you can dismount, put the kickstand down, then use the handlebar to lift the rear wheel (balancing the bike on the front wheel and stand) and operate the shifter while turning the cranks to put it in a sensible gear.  With the Baron there's no way that anyone other than Mr Tickle could lift the rear wheel while reaching the cranks, so unless you have a glamorous assistant the only reasonable option is to click a couple of gears against a stationary transmission, then wheel the bike forward by the steerer while turning the crank, and repeat until it ends up in something reasonable.  For the full effect this should be done after failing to get started twice, in front of an audience of giggling teenagers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 09:50:35 pm
Quote from: Kim on 19 September, 2016, 09:02:02 pm
Changing down while braking is occasionally challenging.  On the SMGT I have bar-end shifters, so in anything but an emergency can crash down the cassette in one swift motion and then go to the brake.  The Baron's got trigger shifters (which I like on my upwrongs), and they work well in general use, but this does necessarily result in having to do a couple of pumps of the thumb lever while simultaneously applying the brake with the same hand - a skill I'm still developing.

(Yes, I suppose I could swap the front and rear brakes and avoid this issue, but that's asking for even greater trouble.  And I'd like to avoid twist-grips on general principle.)

It's also a bigger faff to get it into a rideable state after an emergency stop:  If you stop the SMGT in too high a gear, you can dismount, put the kickstand down, then use the handlebar to lift the rear wheel (balancing the bike on the front wheel and stand) and operate the shifter while turning the cranks to put it in a sensible gear.  With the Baron there's no way that anyone other than Mr Tickle could lift the rear wheel while reaching the cranks, so unless you have a glamorous assistant the only reasonable option is to click a couple of gears against a stationary transmission, then wheel the bike forward by the steerer while turning the crank, and repeat until it ends up in something reasonable.  For the full effect this should be done after failing to get started twice, in front of an audience of giggling teenagers.
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BTDT ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 20 September, 2016, 01:21:30 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 19 September, 2016, 05:45:29 pm
What's that rack thingy?  I've a similar shaped bag to that but no way to mount it

Carradice Bagman 2.  I don't think they make it anymore, but you can still get the older style 'original' Bagman.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 20 September, 2016, 02:15:45 pm
Quote from: windy on 19 September, 2016, 08:18:46 pm
My 1970 something Raleigh Professional 'fixed' and back on the road :)

Good to hear. But what am I missing with the Raleigh / Henry Burton discrepancy?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 September, 2016, 03:22:57 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 20 September, 2016, 02:15:45 pm
Quote from: windy on 19 September, 2016, 08:18:46 pm
My 1970 something Raleigh Professional 'fixed' and back on the road :)

Good to hear. But what am I missing with the Raleigh / Henry Burton discrepancy?

It's been resprayed 3 times since I had the frame in 1978 and when I got it was in 'Team Raleigh' colours and I didn't know what model it was. I worked in Henry Burton's at the time of the first re-spray in the mid 80's. From what i remember it was difficult getting original transfers at the time - its been 'Burton' badged ever since.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 20 September, 2016, 03:35:03 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 03:22:57 pm
It's been resprayed 3 times since I had the frame in 1978

Longest tenure of a frame (still getting used) by anyone here in YACF ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 September, 2016, 06:49:00 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 September, 2016, 03:35:03 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 03:22:57 pm
It's been resprayed 3 times since I had the frame in 1978

Longest tenure of a frame (still getting used) by anyone here in YACF ?


I did a 21-29 10 mile pb on it in 1980 too ;)

(Wasn't fixed then, it would have been 54/42 with a 12-18 7spd freewheel)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 20 September, 2016, 07:53:37 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 06:49:00 pm
I did a 21-29 10 mile pb on it in 1980 too ;)

Wow. That’s seriously quick. Was that with box-section rims? Do you remember the tyres you used? Tubulars, I suppose? Curious what people were using in 1980.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 September, 2016, 08:37:56 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 20 September, 2016, 07:53:37 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 06:49:00 pm
I did a 21-29 10 mile pb on it in 1980 too ;)

Wow. That’s seriously quick. Was that with box-section rims? Do you remember the tyres you used? Tubulars, I suppose? Curious what people were using in 1980.

Yes, box rims (I used campag small flange with Ambrosio Durex rims) 28 spokes and Clement Crit tubs
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 20 September, 2016, 10:03:27 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 06:49:00 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 20 September, 2016, 03:35:03 pm
Quote from: windy on 20 September, 2016, 03:22:57 pm
It's been resprayed 3 times since I had the frame in 1978

Longest tenure of a frame (still getting used) by anyone here in YACF ?


I did a 21-29 10 mile pb on it in 1980 too ;)

(Wasn't fixed then, it would have been 54/42 with a 12-18 7spd freewheel)

could have done sub 20min with the current day equipment back then - fast!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 21 September, 2016, 01:37:27 pm
*placeholder for inevitable Durex joke*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 23 September, 2016, 07:30:17 pm
'Back then you used Durex rims; now testers look like they're wearing condoms'?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 September, 2016, 08:20:18 pm
"From testers to testes."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Niallmo on 24 September, 2016, 06:16:35 am
Hello.

I have a few bikes since resuming cycling last year...

Dawes impulse 531c
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/Niallmo/Bicyles/41E9672A-8C2D-41B8-8EDD-E4B1B18E68AB_zpsefrifom2.jpg)

Raleigh Team Corsa 12 1985
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/Niallmo/Bicyles/9EFFBE07-2A94-4C85-9254-D96BD76BA03E_zpsuzh1gslk.jpg)

Carrera Vanquish
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/Niallmo/Bicyles/3E9C7F93-2D6D-4D83-8575-A1D4970ACE39_zpsel3lazpp.jpg)

Charge Cooker 29'er
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/Niallmo/Bicyles/3CF230ED-EA82-4F27-9DFA-B92D8E2D548F_zpsetl3uqfu.jpg)

MBK Adventure

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/Niallmo/Bicyles/9A17A46B-1AA2-49AF-962B-7DEEABEE9606_zpsesgwtd3x.jpg)

I use them all for commuting the 15 miles to work at least once a week and for longer rides when time allows.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 September, 2016, 10:42:55 am
Nice collection :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 September, 2016, 09:32:14 pm
Love the forks on the Raleigh and the Dawes.

Gotta love a classic steel frame. At least, that's my excuse . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Rhys W on 25 September, 2016, 06:17:06 pm
Blimey, Niallmo from The Fretboard!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Niallmo on 26 September, 2016, 01:17:22 pm
<waves>

Hey Rhys, I get about a bit...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Morat on 01 October, 2016, 11:07:08 pm
Kona Roadhouse on the coast to coast. Settle seemed like a good place to have lunch, until the climb out of it!  :sick:

(http://www.lard.me.uk/roadhouse/insettles.jpg) (http://www.lard.me.uk/roadhouse/insettle.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 04 October, 2016, 10:57:05 am
My old 80s Revell revitalised.  I actually only acquired it a few months ago.  "before" pics on the same stream.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/141591263@N05/360278

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 04 October, 2016, 11:05:10 am
You transformed that thing! Nice work. Who did the paint?

By the way, I think you can still find new covers for those brake levers, not that yours are in a bad state yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 October, 2016, 11:07:29 am
Looks lovely now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 04 October, 2016, 11:57:00 am
Thanks both. The paint job is actually a powder coat job.  Done by Colorcote here in Norfolk.  They are near - and do a lot of work for -Lotus Cars at Hethel.  £50 for the job.  Lug lining by yours truly.  Transfers (except the "Rapide") from Nick at H. Lloyd cycles.  "Rapide" are waterslide bespoke jobs from CB Transfers - £15 the pair. 

I confess that the frame wasn't badged Rapide when I bought it, but it's not a Romany or a Ritmo which are both tourers - mine has no eyes for racks or guards and therefore I assumed it was what I've called it....I'm sure someone out there probably knows better!  And I'm sure they'll let me know.

As to the brake hoods - yes they're a bit scruffy, but quite sound.  And they clean up a treat - but dirty up just as well!  I'm toying with sourcing some 600 non-aero levers to qualify as an Eroica worthy machine.  Apparently they don't like aero levers, despite the rule only states that the cables "must be outside the bars".  Sigh.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 04 October, 2016, 05:00:45 pm
I may have some suitable levers in my random collection of Shimano 600 components...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 04 October, 2016, 06:33:02 pm
Hi Clarion

I have a "wanted" post too. For 600EX levers BL-6207 specifically.  There's a pic borrowed from Velobase too. Be glad if you can rummage for me plse, and advise. Thanks a lot.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 21 October, 2016, 12:41:30 pm
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161021/b517c1d98f56dbbc8c430cca09418f25.jpg)

The bike I can't get rid of has been resurrected for commuting duties whilst i get my head back together. It's my old Byercycles frame that I bought when I first joined YACF, now with Midge bars, an SLX 29er chain set and an XT rear mech... and pair of massive 44mm Compass Snoqualmie Pass Extralites.

You could easily fit 29*2.0 in the frame. It's a proto gravel / monster crosser / drop bar 29er / insert fashion label. The bike lives on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 October, 2016, 01:06:24 pm
Whatever you call it, I rather like the look of it. I didn't realise there was such a thing as a specific "29er chain set". How on earth does it differ from one intended for 700s or 26"?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 21 October, 2016, 08:17:44 pm
Well it's 38/26 - just appropriate double for offroad on 29ers - nothing more than that
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 26 October, 2016, 07:24:08 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20161025_16_59_57_Pro_zpsyuf5dwvn.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20161025_16_59_57_Pro_zpsyuf5dwvn.jpg.html)

'Olive' in its latest re-incarnation ,back as 700c, on a little 'ruff stuff' excursion on the way home.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 26 October, 2016, 07:42:52 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 26 October, 2016, 07:24:08 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20161025_16_59_57_Pro_zpsyuf5dwvn.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20161025_16_59_57_Pro_zpsyuf5dwvn.jpg.html)

'Olive' in its latest re-incarnation ,back as 700c, on a little 'ruff stuff' excursion on the way home.
Kemsley paper mill in the background. You on the creek on NCN1?
Yes, I know - its not "Guess the Place".....  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 27 October, 2016, 07:25:25 am
Not quite, its on the marshes at Cliffe / Cooling, could be Grain opposite.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 31 October, 2016, 10:10:51 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/2016_koga-gt.jpg)

My Koga Miyata Gents Touring. From 1980, originally. When the Dutch firm Koga still wanted its touring bikes made from the same tubing Miyata used for its racing bike frames.

Modernised currently, a bit, by adding a hub dynamo and LED lights. Even when this meant the old bottle dynamo had to disappear, leaving a cut out in the rear mudguard made by Koga to accommodate that originally.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 31 October, 2016, 10:23:18 pm
A lovely bicycle. But those chainrings for touring? Tourists must have been made of sterner stuff in the eighties!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 31 October, 2016, 10:43:51 pm
52-44 up front indeed. Which is not a real problem in the Low Countries.

Mind you, if you read Tim Krabbé's The Rider, his climbing gear of choice was a 43 x 19 then. People rode really big gears in the 1970s.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 31 October, 2016, 10:58:24 pm
Even in 1990, Jobst Brandt used a 47T/24T low gear for his tour of the Alps (http://www.trentobike.org/Countries/Europe/Tour_Reports/Tour_of_the_Alps/1990/). Of course he was a contrarian and occasionally old-fashioned.

The Rider is a great read. But low gears existed while racers rejected them. Vélocio advised (http://cycling.ahands.org/bicycling/velocio.html) a range of 35–85 gear inches for touring.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 01 November, 2016, 11:08:50 am
cyclists wore normal shoes without cleats and didn't mind walking up steeper hills; given the choice i'd rather ride
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2016, 01:12:49 pm
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5584/30673777426_8ff18382af_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NJx8nu)
Fresh out of the LBS. Saddle needs to go up. In fact they were going to put it up a bit more but I was so impatient to be out on it, I told them not to bother!

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5677/30410080100_c6eb42a341_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NkeBkS)
After a little bit of time with the allen keys. Rack, different saddle, different pedals, and just back from a short test ride. Needs mudguards, a dynamo and probably some other stuff yet but it's ready to ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 01 November, 2016, 01:22:57 pm
I like the colour   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2016, 02:50:37 pm
Quote from: Kim on 01 November, 2016, 01:22:57 pm
I like the colour   :thumbsup:
It's Portland stone. Or do you mean the bronze (it's William III)? Oh, the bike! Yes, it's quite a black sort of black; actually makes the rack look almost grey.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 November, 2016, 04:53:58 pm
A very purposeful machine!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 02 November, 2016, 07:25:46 pm
(https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5471/30216212015_cb69de763d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/N36Z7F)

 (https://flic.kr/p/N36Z7F)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 November, 2016, 12:06:00 am
So it was your bike that Blodwyn Pig found recently! https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=53164.msg2092045#msg2092045
 :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: madcow on 03 November, 2016, 12:28:15 pm
Quote from: slope on 02 November, 2016, 07:25:46 pm
(https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5471/30216212015_cb69de763d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/N36Z7F)
 (https://flic.kr/p/N36Z7F)

Is yours the one on the left or the right of the shop door?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 03 November, 2016, 08:38:17 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2016, 02:50:37 pm
Quote from: Kim on 01 November, 2016, 01:22:57 pm
I like the colour   :thumbsup:
It's Portland stone. Or do you mean the bronze (it's William III)? Oh, the bike! Yes, it's quite a black sort of black; actually makes the rack look almost grey.

Hotblack Desiato's Disaster Area tour bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 03 November, 2016, 08:42:41 pm
Only if he's spending a year dead, for tax reasons .  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 03 November, 2016, 10:49:57 pm
IanN has told me it looks "Goth". He's wrong though.  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 04 November, 2016, 11:29:04 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 03 November, 2016, 10:49:57 pm
IanN has told me it looks "Goth". He's wrong though.  8)

It looks remarkably similar to my Pinnacle; I'm not allowing myself to put any splashes of colour on it, depsite the overwhelming urge to bling it up with purple bits. It shall be the blackest bike of blackness. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 04 November, 2016, 01:54:15 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ7aDyJPn3c

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oaky on 04 November, 2016, 02:00:50 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 04 November, 2016, 11:29:04 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 03 November, 2016, 10:49:57 pm
IanN has told me it looks "Goth". He's wrong though.  8)

It looks remarkably similar to my Pinnacle; I'm not allowing myself to put any splashes of colour on it, depsite the overwhelming urge to bling it up with purple bits. It shall be the blackest bike of blackness. :D

Black is the new black!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm
Quote from: Oaky on 04 November, 2016, 02:00:50 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 04 November, 2016, 11:29:04 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 03 November, 2016, 10:49:57 pm
IanN has told me it looks "Goth". He's wrong though.  8)

It looks remarkably similar to my Pinnacle; I'm not allowing myself to put any splashes of colour on it, depsite the overwhelming urge to bling it up with purple bits. It shall be the blackest bike of blackness. :D

Black is the new black!

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 04 November, 2016, 03:17:09 pm
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 04 November, 2016, 01:54:15 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ7aDyJPn3c
Are you suggesting that black bicycular blackness would be enhanced by sequins and gold lamé?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 November, 2016, 04:01:46 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


...and I'm just eating your Haribo!  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 04:03:47 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 04 November, 2016, 04:01:46 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


...and I'm just eating your Haribo!  :thumbsup:

They are the least you deserve!
Title: Members' bikes
Post by: HeltorChasca on 04 November, 2016, 07:51:34 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 01 November, 2016, 01:12:49 pm
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5584/30673777426_8ff18382af_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NJx8nu)
Fresh out of the LBS. Saddle needs to go up. In fact they were going to put it up a bit more but I was so impatient to be out on it, I told them not to bother!

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5677/30410080100_c6eb42a341_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NkeBkS)
After a little bit of time with the allen keys. Rack, different saddle, different pedals, and just back from a short test ride. Needs mudguards, a dynamo and probably some other stuff yet but it's ready to ride.

Ford make very nice bikes if that's what you went for in the end. Heard they are phasing out blackish.

Had you chosen to go with another Surly (DT was on your shortlist remember?) your heart would have turned even blacker.

(I really like it. Something I would have gone for. Sloping top tube . I had a Spesh in the past and I thought it was quali'y.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 November, 2016, 10:49:23 pm
I've decided it's not Goth at all. It's anarcho-punk with a touch of clerical cassock.  8)

I need to find a way to lower that rack a little without tilting it forward.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 06 November, 2016, 11:03:17 pm
Let the tyres down?   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 12:05:55 am
The bicycle looks good in that sleek, modern way,* but the rack does not flatter it. Do you need such a heavy-duty model? Its latticework of tubes clashes with the straightforward shapes of the frame.

I’m imagining a Tubus Fly in its place. No good for your needs?



* Post-industrial Gothic if you ask me!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 12:13:38 am
Post-industrial Gothic is a far better description than Goth. (Would John Ruskin have liked it? Probably not, and I'm not sure I'd care either way.)

Tubus is nice but £$€. This rack is practical; it's extra rails allow panniers to be attached or detached while the top is occupied, handy for repacking on station platforms after denuding the bike for train carriage. And it is supposed to be a going-on-holiday bike.  ;D

Kim: Thank you so much for your help.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 07 November, 2016, 08:45:15 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 12:13:38 am
Post-industrial Gothic is a far better description than Goth. (Would John Ruskin have liked it? Probably not, and I'm not sure I'd care either way.)

Tubus is nice but £$€. This rack is practical; it's extra rails allow panniers to be attached or detached while the top is occupied, handy for repacking on station platforms after denuding the bike for train carriage. And it is supposed to be a going-on-holiday bike.  ;D

Kim: Thank you so much for your help.  :D

My ex had that rack.  It was brilliant, but I fear it went in a skip.  What is it and where did you get it?  It'd be perfect for cycle camping, which I intend to do again at some point.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:00 am
It's a Tortec Expedition rack. I got mine from Tredz, about £28. I have a vague feeling silver ones might be a couple of quid cheaper for some reason (probably just to annoy me). You could get one from the same place or fish it out of your ex's bin! (Really, Ruthie, throwing out a perfectly good pannier rack, even in the heat of post-apocalyptic hyper-nuclear meltdown, is inexcusable.  ::-) But get on your bike and go cyclecamping! Right now! Or at least when spring comes.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:44 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


<f5>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:44 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


<f5>

My new (old, classic) bike from John's (aka Torslanda's) Bikes. More pictures and words to follow when I have more time ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 09:57:35 am
Very nice bike. Subtle shade of grey indeed, neither dark nor light. Is T.J. Quick an olde frame builder or is it Torslanda?

But... who's that uncoordinated colour-clashing goon riding it?  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 07 November, 2016, 10:00:36 am
SRAM? Confuses the hell out of me. How'd you get on with it?

Edit: apart from being 6" too tall, it looks a nice, classic bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 10:07:58 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 09:57:35 am
Very nice bike. Subtle shade of grey indeed, neither dark nor light. Is T.J. Quick an olde frame builder or is it Torslanda?

But... who's that uncoordinated colour-clashing goon riding it?  :D

TJ Quick is an olde frame builder.  I have unearthed a few bits of info on him which I will collate and post here when time allows.

The multi-coloured goon is Audax Club Mid-Essex's lowest AUK point scorer  ;D  I think I amassed 4 last season and none so far this season.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 10:15:35 am
Quote from: TimC on 07 November, 2016, 10:00:36 am
SRAM? Confuses the hell out of me. How'd you get on with it?

Edit: apart from being 6" too tall, it looks a nice, classic bike.

Once Torslanda offered me the frame it seemed a good opportunity to have a bike which was completely different from what I have had before and as I've never used SRAM kit it was an obvious choice, so far its working well.

Does your 6" comment infer it would be too big for you?  If so I thought it might be too small for me but feels OK.  The geometry is much tighter than I'm used to, it feels like the track bikes we ride at the velodrome.  But it was surprisingly comfy on Saturday's 70 mile ride.  It's bloomin' quick though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 10:29:18 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 10:07:58 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 07 November, 2016, 09:57:35 am
Very nice bike. Subtle shade of grey indeed, neither dark nor light. Is T.J. Quick an olde frame builder or is it Torslanda?

But... who's that uncoordinated colour-clashing goon riding it?  :D

TJ Quick is an olde frame builder.  I have unearthed a few bits of info on him which I will collate and post here when time allows.

The multi-coloured goon is Audax Club Mid-Essex's lowest AUK point scorer  ;D  I think I amassed 4 last season and none so far this season.
All the best riders get 4 points a season.  ;D This is a fact.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:47:36 am
Are the tyres Grand Prix 4-Season? I must know everyone’s tyres!

Nice machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 10:50:38 am
Sitting here grinning like an eejit!

Glad you like it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:55:14 am
Did you do the mudguards, Torslanda? A tidy job whoever did it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 11:30:37 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:47:36 am
Are the tyres Grand Prix 4-Season? I must know everyone’s tyres!

Nice machine.

On my bike?  If so, yes they are.  I've been a Schwalbe fan boy for many a year but I'm slowly beginning to trust Conti.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 11:32:23 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:55:14 am
Did you do the mudguards, Torslanda? A tidy job whoever did it.

He did, kind of.  They are PDW Full Metal Fenders (the narrow version) and came off my Ribble which donated a few other parts to the TJ Quick machine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 11:33:05 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 10:50:38 am
Sitting here grinning like an eejit!

Glad you like it.

Quite rightly so  :-*
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bobb on 07 November, 2016, 01:43:08 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)

No jar of marmite  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 01:46:51 pm
Quote from: bobb on 07 November, 2016, 01:43:08 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)

No jar of marmite  :P

I'll see what I can do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 07 November, 2016, 01:54:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 11:30:37 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:47:36 am
Are the tyres Grand Prix 4-Season? I must know everyone’s tyres!

Nice machine.

On my bike?  If so, yes they are.  I've been a Schwalbe fan boy for many a year but I'm slowly beginning to trust Conti.

Conti 4-Seasons are the best tyre I ever used.  I have though paid less for car tyres in the past.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 07 November, 2016, 01:59:22 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:44 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


<f5>

My new (old, classic) bike from John's (aka Torslanda's) Bikes. More pictures and words to follow when I have more time ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)
It looks like Torslanda has done a fine job with that old frame. Hope you have many happy miles on it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 07 November, 2016, 03:59:30 pm
Quote from: Robh on 07 November, 2016, 01:59:22 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:44 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


<f5>

My new (old, classic) bike from John's (aka Torslanda's) Bikes. More pictures and words to follow when I have more time ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)
It looks like Torslanda has done a fine job with that old frame. Hope you have many happy miles on it!

I didn't know Torslanda had medical qualifications!

 ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 07 November, 2016, 08:15:23 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 10:15:35 am
Quote from: TimC on 07 November, 2016, 10:00:36 am
SRAM? Confuses the hell out of me. How'd you get on with it?

Edit: apart from being 6" too tall, it looks a nice, classic bike.

Once Torslanda offered me the frame it seemed a good opportunity to have a bike which was completely different from what I have had before and as I've never used SRAM kit it was an obvious choice, so far its working well.

Does your 6" comment infer it would be too big for you?  If so I thought it might be too small for me but feels OK.  The geometry is much tighter than I'm used to, it feels like the track bikes we ride at the velodrome.  But it was surprisingly comfy on Saturday's 70 mile ride.  It's bloomin' quick though!

It does imply it would be too big for me. I inferred from the photograph that the top tube would be roughly chest-level on me, and thus better as a polevault apparatus than a bicycle! As for SRAM, I'd be ok with eTap (given the dosh), but the double-acting manual levers are not my cup of tea. Anyway, as long as it suits you that's all that counts!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:42:08 pm
The Tour de France has been won with those SRAM shifters.

How tall are you, Oscar’s dad? Anyone with a shin as tall as a wheel is a giant in my mind. You look good on the bicycle, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 08 November, 2016, 08:54:57 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 07 November, 2016, 09:51:09 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 07 November, 2016, 09:05:44 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 04 November, 2016, 03:10:00 pm

I shall be adding a single shade of grey shortly.


<f5>

My new (old, classic) bike from John's (aka Torslanda's) Bikes. More pictures and words to follow when I have more time ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpscebpsye0.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)

I think that is rather splendid, quite unusual to see 'shot in' seat stays these days, but it is an older frame.  love the colour. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 09:06:39 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:42:08 pm
The Tour de France has been won with those SRAM shifters.
I don't think anyone's saying they're bad shifters. TimC is simply saying he wouldn't get on with them. OD has not had them long, hopefully he will remain happy with them. I guess shifters, like bars, pedals and saddles have always been, are now a contact point and therefore a matter of individual taste.

Quote
How tall are you, Oscar’s dad? Anyone with a shin as tall as a wheel is a giant in my mind. You look good on the bicycle, though.
All true!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 08 November, 2016, 09:17:01 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 07 November, 2016, 10:42:08 pm
The Tour de France has been won with those SRAM shifters.

How tall are you, Oscar’s dad? Anyone with a shin as tall as a wheel is a giant in my mind. You look good on the bicycle, though.

OD has the very ones that won the TdF??! Much respect - where did Tors get hold of those?

I can confirm he's quite tall. I amn't. Were it possible, and not slightly odd, l could have a face-to-face conversation with his navel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 11:15:46 am
I'm very keen to do a proper write up on me new bike with pictures and everything but work only allows me to post snippets, very annoying, I want to retire.

I am a gnat's cock under 6'2" and yesterday I swopped PMs with Robh for whom the frame was built in 1990.  He is just under 6' so potentially the frame is a little small for me but not by much; Saturday's 70 miles didn't reveal any comfort issues. 

I always thought the Ribble (60cm) which the TJQ has replaced was a bit big and the Surly (also 60cm) feels smaller than the Ribble but has proven comfy over long distances, the record so far being 117 miles with 28kg of camping kit on board.  One day I will get one of those posh bike fits done.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 03:27:35 pm
Oh, I know TimC wasn’t saying they’re bad shifters, just that he doesn’t fancy them. I just thought I’d throw in that titbit about DoubleTap shifters having been used to win the Tour.

I thought the frame was perhaps older than 1990. What was the original OLN spacing then?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 03:39:04 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 03:27:35 pm
What was the original OLN spacing then?

No idea!  What's OLN spacing?  Paging Torslanda!!!

And what are shot in seat stays?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 04:09:44 pm
Over locknut dimension. (Perhaps OLD is more correct than OLN – that’s what Sheldon Brown uses.) I meant at the back, i.e. the space between the rear forks. It grew a few millimetres over the years to accommodate more cogs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 04:22:06 pm
And shot in seat stays?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 04:25:56 pm
Not the faintest clue. I tried to guess by staring at your seatstays but nothing struck me. Photo too small too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 04:30:07 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 04:25:56 pm
Not the faintest clue. I tried to guess by staring at your seatstays but nothing struck me. Photo too small too!

It may be something to do with the fact that seat stays are built in to the seat post clamping do-dar.  Not something I've seen before but then I'm not used to owning classic bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 04:42:01 pm
Shot-in seat stays: there have been numerous designs over the years but, basically, it's where the seat stays meet at the back of the seat tube (typically around the seat clamp in my experience) rather than running out at each side of the seat tube/clamp.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 04:43:13 pm
Quote from: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 04:42:01 pm
Shot-in seat stays: there have been numerous designs over the years but, basically, it's where the seat stays meet at the back of the seat tube (typically around the seat clamp in my experience) rather than running out at each side of the seat tube/clamp.

Got it. What's the thinking behind the idea?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 04:47:45 pm
Don't know. When I asked for it on that frame, it was purely an aesthetic decision, 'cause I thought it looked cool.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 04:57:53 pm
Quote from: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 04:47:45 pm
Don't know. When I asked for it on that frame, it was purely an aesthetic decision, 'cause I thought it looked cool.

Which is as good a reason as any!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 05:17:22 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 04:57:53 pm
Quote from: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 04:47:45 pm
Don't know. When I asked for it on that frame, it was purely an aesthetic decision, 'cause I thought it looked cool.

Which is as good a reason as any!
I disagree most strongly with this aesthetic frippery.





It's actually a far better reason than most engineering-based justifications, which are either spurious, so marginal as to be irrelevant, or contradicted by other equally valid considerations.  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 08 November, 2016, 05:28:03 pm
Quote
I think that is rather splendid, quite unusual to see 'shot in' seat stays these days, but it is an older frame.

Don't all tig welded steel, alu and carbon frames have shot in/fastback stays? There are various styles, but basically the stays join the back of the seat tube, instead at the sides.

Although back in the days of lugged steel frames, 'shot in' seat stays were less common, usually seen on top of the range frames, or as an option on custom frames which cost extra. The stays joining the seat tube sides doesn't even have a name, I don't think.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 November, 2016, 05:38:38 pm
My first ever custom built touring frame from George (and then several more tandems and trikes and . . . )

Sported shot in stays. 1992

Just sexy ;D

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5450/7079939345_92a7436d45_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 05:42:10 pm
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 05:43:59 pm
According to "Waterford Precision Cycles USA" the other style is called 'side tack'.
(http://waterfordbikes.com/w/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/SeatstayTreatments2011-600x196.jpg)
http://waterfordbikes.com/w/ordering/function/frame-details/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 November, 2016, 06:07:14 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 03:39:04 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 03:27:35 pm
What was the original OLN spacing then?

No idea!  What's OLN spacing?  Paging Torslanda!!!

And what are shot in seat stays?

I'm inclined to believe Robh. It was built in 1990/91. 8 speed/130mm was quite common by then.

I haven't altered a thing. The frame accepted a 130 OLN wheel without so much as a squeak.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 08 November, 2016, 06:31:57 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 05:43:59 pm
According to "Waterford Precision Cycles USA" the other style is called 'side tack'.
(http://waterfordbikes.com/w/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/SeatstayTreatments2011-600x196.jpg)
http://waterfordbikes.com/w/ordering/function/frame-details/

I think they made up that name!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 08 November, 2016, 07:38:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 November, 2016, 05:38:38 pm
My first ever custom built touring frame from George (and then several more tandems and trikes and . . . )

Sported shot in stays. 1992

Just sexy ;D

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5450/7079939345_92a7436d45_b.jpg)

I don't believe that they are shot in stays. IIRC the stays are combined with the seat bolt, so that each stay is fixed to either side of the clamp. A close of of Oscar's Dad's rear end! will show what it is actually like.
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/Winter_Bicycles_Tool_Series-6_zps4ozrc9i6.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/Winter_Bicycles_Tool_Series-6_zps4ozrc9i6.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 08 November, 2016, 07:59:16 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 08 November, 2016, 07:38:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 November, 2016, 05:38:38 pm
My first ever custom built touring frame from George (and then several more tandems and trikes and . . . )

Sported shot in stays. 1992

Just sexy ;D

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5450/7079939345_92a7436d45_b.jpg)

I don't believe that they are shot in stays. IIRC the stays are combined with the seat bolt, so that each stay is fixed to either side of the clamp. A close of of Oscar's Dad's rear end! will show what it is actually like.

Yet another topic going astray ::-) Sorry

Dear departed George just asked if I wanted 'shot in stays' when discussing me custom touring frame build.

I said yes

Maybe 'wrap around but not entirely and a bit short' would be a better description?   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 08:01:42 pm
And I opened this page hoping for a shot in OD's rear end.

Oh dear!  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 08:59:44 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 08:01:42 pm
And I opened this page hoping for a shot in OD's rear end.

Oh dear!  :o

It would appear I'm growing up so I resisted the temptation and instead I offer you this ...

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsdfcqt8i0.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 09:37:41 pm
Phwoar!

Ok, I've calmed down now. Is that seat post carboniferous goodliness?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 08 November, 2016, 09:56:02 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 November, 2016, 07:59:16 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 08 November, 2016, 07:38:23 pm
Quote from: slope on 08 November, 2016, 05:38:38 pm
My first ever custom built touring frame from George (and then several more tandems and trikes and . . . )

Sported shot in stays. 1992

Just sexy ;D

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5450/7079939345_92a7436d45_b.jpg)

I don't believe that they are shot in stays. IIRC the stays are combined with the seat bolt, so that each stay is fixed to either side of the clamp. A close of of Oscar's Dad's rear end! will show what it is actually like.

Yet another topic going astray ::-) Sorry

Dear departed George just asked if I wanted 'shot in stays' when discussing me custom touring frame build.

I said yes

Maybe 'wrap around but not entirely and a bit short' would be a better description?   ;D.
Doesn't really matter does it? That's a lovely bit of frame building 😀
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 10:19:56 pm
What do you ride these days, Robh? (I haven’t seen all 336 pages of this thread!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 08 November, 2016, 10:46:28 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 08 November, 2016, 09:37:41 pm
Phwoar!

Ok, I've calmed down now. Is that seat post carboniferous goodliness?

Nothing more exotic than alloy I'm afraid. Sorry!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 09 November, 2016, 11:14:05 am
boardman hybrid after its 250km outing
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161109/8bb21624e886b9db15beb4b89a1ec44e.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 November, 2016, 11:33:38 am
Sporty hybrid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 09 November, 2016, 12:55:27 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 09 November, 2016, 11:33:38 am
Sporty hybrid.

in my view it's just a bog standard hybrid, far from being sporty. heavy wheels (2.6kg without tyres!), slow(ish) tyres, 3x7 gears, bendy chainset, mudguards, weighs 12.7kg unladen..

what's good about it that the fit is dialed in perfectly for endurance riding and everything adjusted to work flawlessly :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 09 November, 2016, 02:53:32 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 08 November, 2016, 10:19:56 pm
What do you ride these days, Robh? (I haven’t seen all 336 pages of this thread!)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5452/30246708744_7ed90287ef_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/N5NhJm)2016-11-09_02-29-24 (https://flic.kr/p/N5NhJm) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

and

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5708/30762483782_78f3ae193b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NSnLFq)2016-11-09_02-30-57 (https://flic.kr/p/NSnLFq) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

and

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/4/3948/15563380510_97657cb55d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pHhoNJ)IMG_20141109_152138 (https://flic.kr/p/pHhoNJ) by robhall (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90526225@N00/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 November, 2016, 03:46:17 pm
That Thorn looks enormous! The Roberts looks quite big too; but the Shand doesn't. Presuming the Shand is newest, cos it looks it, have you shrunk in the wash?  :D

Shand's really nice. Shame they're so expensive.

What's the light on the back of your saddle pack? I've got a Cateye 610 there but do think something broader beamed might be better in that waggly place.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 09 November, 2016, 04:17:05 pm
The Thorn looks big because of the 26" wheels. It's what I was riding that time we met up for Julia's camping weekend last September, so you've seen it in the flesh.

The Shand has a shorter wheelbase than the Roberts but otherwise the setup is very close. In fact, since I took that picture, I've adjusted the bars a little on the Roberts to bring them inline with the Shand.

When I was measured for the Shand, I was advised to go for their Medium frame. I was surprised at the time - I thought I would be more on the large side - but it works well for me and is a very comfortable ride.

The light on the back is a Lezyne Zecto: I couldn't say whether or not the beam is any broader than a Cateye 610.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 November, 2016, 04:19:44 pm
Quote from: Robh on 09 November, 2016, 04:17:05 pm
The Thorn looks big because of the 26" wheels. It's what I was riding that time we met up for Julia's camping weekend last September, so you've seen it in the flesh.
Ah, yes! Seems so long ago.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 November, 2016, 05:47:49 pm
Some nice bikes there Robh.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 09 November, 2016, 06:33:31 pm
ooh, a Rolhoff Shand, now thats nice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wowbagger on 10 November, 2016, 02:23:07 pm
As a matter of interest, Rob, how many miles has your Thorn done? I'm particularly interested in the Hollowtech type 1 BB.

That's the same BB setup that I had on my Thorn for the first 26000 miles. I never did get around to changing the bearings because some silly bugger in a Fiesta ran into me and bent the right crank and pedal. The whole set - BB, cranks, pedals and chain adjuster - had to be replaced. The replacement was Type 2 Hollowtech, and the external bearings on those are so rubbish that I'm on my third set in only 10000 miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 10 November, 2016, 02:58:27 pm
Can't really help you Wow. I originally bought a second-hand Thorn Catalyst from them and moved all of the parts onto this new frame because the Catalyst angles didn't suit me. (If anybody wants to buy a Catalyst frame in excellent condition, contact me!)

So the bottom bracket was used by the time I got my hands on it. Plus, I don't keep track of my mileage, so I really have no idea how far the BB has been ridden. Judging from the condition of the bike it was originally on, and knowing my own efforts, I would say that it hasn't had a hard life.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2016, 06:26:28 pm
So, as mentioned up thread I have a new bike, who has been christened Dakota as she is one shade of grey.  Dakota Johnson played Anna, the female lead character in the film adaptation of “Fifty Shades of Grey” - my new bike is a toothsome lass both lithe of limb and body, much like Ms Johnson – I hope she’ll be pleased if she ever finds out.
 
During the summer of 2015 I finished building Fred my Surly Disc Trucker, here he is on comedy off-roading mode …

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_3502_zpsuao1vn4o.jpg)

… and Fred’s steel frame proved to something of a revelation as the last steel framed bike I rode was in the mid-80s.  Suddenly my alloy framed Ribble 7005 winter trainer / audax machine felt choppy and rough, even with carbon forks and hand built wheels.  Despite Son of Oscar the Ribble being a trusty friend since 2009, since which time we have traveled many thousands of miles together over all manner of terrain and at every hour of the day and night, my mind turned to replacing him with a steel framed bicycle (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=99949.msg2091244#msg2091244) that was substantially lighter than Fred.
 
The thread I linked to in the previous paragraph prompted that nice man Torslanda of John’s Bikes, Manchester to offer me a Reynolds 653 lugged frame built by TJ Quick in 1990 for Robh of this parish.  Even from the photos the frame looked lovely with its Stronglight headset, shot-in seat stays (now I know what they are!) and dropped crown fork.  John said he also had a nice pair of wheels with Ambrosio Evolution rims and polished Ambrosio hubs – a deal was done! 
 
The frame and wheels seemed to offer the chance to have a bike that was different from the Ribble and markedly different from the Surly, which in heavy duty tour mode weighs in at 18kg!  To make the difference all the more marked I decided to go for the SRAM Apex group set.  I have never used SRAM kit and none of my bikes have ever had a compact double.  It’s also been a long time since I rode a bike with integrated brake levers and shifters; both Fred and the Ribble sported bar end shifters.  With mudguards (PDW Full Metal Fenders off the Ribble) and pedals Dakota weighs a bit over 10kg.
 
And here she is …

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpss65t1iec.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsif4pcepq.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps73desugq.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsvuzzdc8m.jpg)

It wasn’t just Dakota’s looks and potential that attracted me, but also her heritage.  She was clearly built by a craftsman so I have researched TJ Quick.  Tom, or Tommy as he appears to be also known, Quick had his first shop in the early 50s having been a frame builder with Holdsworth beforehand.  They offered him a job after he’d asked them to check over a frame he’d built in his garden shed.  After a couple of moves he ended up with a shop in Stansted Road, Forest Hill.  Tom developed a reputation for lightweight road bikes and track bikes, the latter no doubt helped by his proximity to the Herne Hill Velodrome where his bikes were often seen.  There are reports of him building a few mountain bikes later in his career and he also built the triplet used by The Goodies on their BBC telly programmes.   Tom undertook general engineering jobs as well as building frames sold under other brands.  Apparently he retired in 2000 to enjoy his golf and in 2013 was reported as being in his 80s, I hope Tom is still going strong – I’d love to meet him.

An article written by Magnus Miles and published in The Independent in April 1993 gives you a sense of what Tom Quick and his shop were like:

Quote
I am not a serious cyclist in the competitive sense, but I like to do a 50-miler now and then, and when I do I want a decent set of wheels under me. I have done a few long trips on my mountain bike, but it is hard work, so I decided to treat myself to a hand-built road bike, a fast tourer.  A lot of bike shops are a bit flash for my liking: I wanted a more traditional type of place. When someone recommended TJQ in Forest Hill, south London, run by Thomas Quick, who builds bikes on the premises, I liked the sound of it and one day I decided to call in.

Behind the counter was a young man in glasses. I told him what I required and he prepared an estimate. It was soon obvious that he knew what he was talking about. It was also obvious that the bike would not be cheap: he came up with pounds 700 for a fully-fitted machine.

While we were talking I became aware of a lurking presence in the room behind the shop. I had heard that Mr Quick was a modest man. 'Er . . . is that the workshop through there?' I asked. 'Yes,' replied the young man, in a way that prevented further questioning. Mr Quick was clearly not going to make an appearance on this occasion.

But when I went back a couple of weeks later, they were both in the shop. Mr Quick looks like a cycle engineer should look. My decision was made. 'I've decided to have my bike built here,' I announced. And at that moment, I realised that the decision was not up to me. It was up to Mr Quick. He looked at the young man; then at me again. Yes, he said, he would build me a bike.

'I understand you make the bikes on the premises,' I said.

'Yes, I build the frame and paint it, and young Neil here will fit the gear.'

'Right,' I enthused, 'I'll leave it all up to you, then. I don't know anything about bike-building.' Mr Quick did not pass comment but merely glanced at Neil, then at my primitive mountain bike, which I had parked inside his shop. Mr Quick is of the old school and I do not think he likes mountain bikes much.

He produced a tape measure. 'First, we'll have to see how tall you are and measure your legs.' He said 'legs' as if the word were in inverted commas.

As Mr Quick measured me, I said: 'I'd like the colour to be British Rail red.' Mr Quick and Neil glanced at each other again. He wrote something in his notebook, then crossed it out. You could have Post Office red or signal red, he told me; there was no British Rail red. I chose signal red.

'And everything else black,' I added. They both looked at me. 'Everything?'

'Except the chrome bits,' I corrected.

My only other specifications were a Brooks racing saddle and Cinelli handlebars, which have an attractive sweep.

'It will be Reynolds 531 Competition Tubing,' Mr Quick informed me.

And that was it. A couple of weeks later I received a polite letter: 'The cycle which you ordered is now complete and ready for collection. The price is as quoted pounds 700.'

I went up on the bus to pick it up. A beautiful red machine stood in the middle of the shop. Mr Quick seemed pleased with it.

I thought I saw him smile as I rode away. And it goes like the clappers.

The chap called Neil mentioned in the article is Neil Manning who is now Condor's Production Director.

I'm extremely grateful to Torslanda for offering me the frame and doing such a good job building it up.  He also got the rear triangle resprayed, you can't see the join! 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 10 November, 2016, 07:26:33 pm
and here is its big brother, with cantilever brake mounts, but same colour.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/T-J-Quick-Reynolds-531c-Steel-Road-Audax-Touring-Frameset-w-Shimano-600-6207-/162267108406?hash=item25c7df9436:g:-l4AAOSwXeJYFSKN


obviousy stands for Too Jolly Quick.  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 10 November, 2016, 08:00:39 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 10 November, 2016, 07:26:33 pm
and here is its big brother, with cantilever brake mounts, but same colour.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/T-J-Quick-Reynolds-531c-Steel-Road-Audax-Touring-Frameset-w-Shimano-600-6207-/162267108406?hash=item25c7df9436:g:-l4AAOSwXeJYFSKN


obviousy stands for Too Jolly Quick.  ;)

Looks a bit small, thank goodness
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 10 November, 2016, 08:51:14 pm
Dakota is a fine piece of machinery. That newspaper story adds colour, too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 November, 2016, 09:51:29 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 10 November, 2016, 08:51:14 pm
Dakota is a fine piece of machinery. That newspaper story adds colour, too.
Not just any colour but signal red.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 11 November, 2016, 04:24:45 pm
are those the 80mm valves? :o :) (a good excuse for aero wheels!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 November, 2016, 05:02:22 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 11 November, 2016, 04:24:45 pm
are those the 80mm valves? :o :) (a good excuse for aero wheels!)

Yes and a mistake on my part, ordered the wrong ones from Wiggle. When I have a moment I will change them as they look a bit stupid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 13 November, 2016, 04:15:23 pm
meet Nelly:

(https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5644/30923566346_54cac3d842_b.jpg)

she's **majestic** :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 13 November, 2016, 05:14:18 pm
got the equipment ready in case you need to lift her majesty ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 13 November, 2016, 05:40:51 pm
Only 23 kilos! <Cough>
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 13 November, 2016, 05:54:59 pm
What’s the usage plan, mike? Taking the odd container down to the docks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 13 November, 2016, 08:45:28 pm
A basket case!  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 13 November, 2016, 09:13:03 pm
I like the fact that Nelly's Carradice-ready there. How does she ride? Have been tempted by one myself as a shopping bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2016, 05:59:42 am
Quote from: mike on 13 November, 2016, 05:40:51 pm
Only 23 kilos! <Cough>

Glad you've taken the plunge, you won't regret it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 November, 2016, 08:07:16 am
Quote from: Jakob W on 13 November, 2016, 09:13:03 pm
How does she ride?

it's bloody heavy, but great for riding around [a very flat] town. I've had a 15kg bag of compost in the basket and 2 heavy panniers on the back and could hardly tell the difference!

it's got 3 gears and hub brakes so hopefully will  be maintenance free. Came with a great re-spray and new tyres, extremely bad saddle and very well-worn pedals which need replacing.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 19 November, 2016, 11:46:40 pm
1st ride of the stainless steel Spa Audax. What a bike!

(http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af106/hayden-w/IMG_20161119_162419_zpskmdyzhlt.jpg) (http://s998.photobucket.com/user/hayden-w/media/IMG_20161119_162419_zpskmdyzhlt.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 20 November, 2016, 08:20:18 am
Did Spa give an explanation or story for the existence of that stainless steel Audax? Your buying it was the first I’d heard about this machine. Any other company would have talked about it on Twitter, told the backstory on a web page, etc.

It’s a nice idea. Should last a long time and look good throughout. Wouldn’t rust in my damp cave.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 November, 2016, 08:44:36 am
Quote from: haydenw on 19 November, 2016, 11:46:40 pm
1st ride of the stainless steel Spa Audax. What a bike!



Very nice :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 November, 2016, 08:50:53 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 November, 2016, 05:02:22 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 11 November, 2016, 04:24:45 pm
are those the 80mm valves? :o :) (a good excuse for aero wheels!)

Yes and a mistake on my part, ordered the wrong ones from Wiggle. When I have a moment I will change them as they look a bit stupid.

I have a mix of long and short valve tubes at home and my bikes may suffer the same stupid look on occasions.

Dakota looking good  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 November, 2016, 11:01:25 am
Quote from: haydenw on 19 November, 2016, 11:46:40 pm
1st ride of the stainless steel Spa Audax. What a bike!


Very nice! interesting superficial similarity to my Genesis including your ride impression, disc brakes aside.

(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RLxqBzTU9H4/VyE_uMt5deI/AAAAAAAA2_Y/lnQQYDndXUwNT_ilIBqVJwF-vloITDrnQCPcB/s800/IMG_20160425_103437.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: haydenw on 20 November, 2016, 12:01:30 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 20 November, 2016, 08:20:18 am
Did Spa give an explanation or story for the existence of that stainless steel Audax? Your buying it was the first I’d heard about this machine. Any other company would have talked about it on Twitter, told the backstory on a web page, etc.

It’s a nice idea. Should last a long time and look good throughout. Wouldn’t rust in my damp cave.

Only said it was a one off prototype - produced in a different factory to the traditional Audax machine. First I heard of it was when I saw it in the shop (went there to buy another prototype of theirs -  a steel disc brake version like the Elan).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 20 November, 2016, 04:06:19 pm
Bitsa the Claud Butler lives again :)

(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5592/31020776411_4d13908b57_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PgcA5B)

Tonight it'll get studded tyres fitted which should ensure we don't get any ice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 20 November, 2016, 04:08:58 pm
Downtube's a bit slack...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 November, 2016, 06:19:05 am
Quote from: windy on 20 November, 2016, 08:50:53 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 11 November, 2016, 05:02:22 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 11 November, 2016, 04:24:45 pm
are those the 80mm valves? :o :) (a good excuse for aero wheels!)

Yes and a mistake on my part, ordered the wrong ones from Wiggle. When I have a moment I will change them as they look a bit stupid.

I have a mix of long and short valve tubes at home and my bikes may suffer the same stupid look on occasions.

Dakota looking good  :thumbsup:

Thank you. I've done nearly 170 miles on her now across 4 rides. That bike is the quickest I've ever ridden, it must be the low weight. Looks like it really is about the bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 November, 2016, 02:02:15 am
Looks like old Tommy knew a thing or two.

It's nice to feel you've done something right now and again...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2016, 07:07:37 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 22 November, 2016, 02:02:15 am
Looks like old Tommy knew a thing or two.

It's nice to feel you've done something right now and again...

You both done great!!!

Hopefully this weekend I'll be back on Fred for some COR.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 20 December, 2016, 10:12:00 pm
My Birthday present!:)

(https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2016/12/bike-9-of-9.jpg?w=1140&h=761)


Because I like steel and have a long suffering and very kind wife.

Thanks you Sue!

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 20 December, 2016, 10:12:38 pm
You need to train it to stay off the furniture.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 20 December, 2016, 10:21:04 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 20 December, 2016, 10:12:38 pm
You need to train it to stay off the furniture.

Probably before Sue comes home...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 20 December, 2016, 10:21:29 pm
Erm, looks like the wheels have fallen off.   :D 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 21 December, 2016, 10:00:14 am
Quote from: sojournermike on 20 December, 2016, 10:12:00 pm
My Birthday present!:)


Because I like steel and have a long suffering and very kind wife.

Thanks you Sue!

Mike

Nice :)

 I have a partly built up Equilibrium at home. I bought it in the summer - a carrot for all the extra on-call I'm doing due to staff shortages. Unfortunately recruitment a problem, still doing the on-call and haven't had time to finish the build.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2017, 08:07:35 pm
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5603/32126813035_b171c9cb36_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QWWjez)

Stealth mode?  8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2017, 08:09:17 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/1/602/32008264961_2844122685_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QLsJ2g)

Oooo!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 06 January, 2017, 01:37:03 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 20 November, 2016, 08:20:18 am
Did Spa give an explanation or story for the existence of that stainless steel Audax? Your buying it was the first I’d heard about this machine. Any other company would have talked about it on Twitter, told the backstory on a web page, etc.

Have you seen SPA's web site?

I'm not convinced they know about Twitter or at most they'd refer to it as "new-fangled".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 06 January, 2017, 01:54:53 pm
Indeed, these are the people who respond to emails by leaving voicemails.  Seem to have the right idea about bikes, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 09 January, 2017, 10:37:48 pm
My Hewitt, back last year after a repair and respray, it's probably already on this thread, though not in this colour or build.
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/262/31738558302_8f85b5e901_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QmCpCs)Hewitt (https://flic.kr/p/QmCpCs) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr

And my bike, a treat to myself seven years ago to celebrate a decade since giving up the car habit, still a treat to ride and despite having two other lovely bikes the one I do most mileage on.  This has only had minor changes since it's last appearance.
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/1/580/31841338810_9fcf98565b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QvHbGb)Tiroll (https://flic.kr/p/QvHbGb) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: BrianI on 17 January, 2017, 06:52:02 pm
Some late afternoon mtbing on the Decathlon MTBSO, now rigidified again with the rather nice On One chromoly fork:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/556/32371074105_49631c7e46_c.jpg)

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 28 January, 2017, 06:09:02 pm
My 'best' bike looking unusually clean at John o'Groats harbour:
 (http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/html/images/DSC_6733_big.jpg) (http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/html/images/DSC_6733_big.jpg)

This mostly does time as my commuter, and has new bars now:
 (http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/CNV00057.jpg) (http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/CNV00057.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2017, 08:43:00 am
Nice practical looking bikes!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 30 January, 2017, 08:30:04 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2017, 08:07:35 pm
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5603/32126813035_b171c9cb36_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QWWjez)

Stealth mode?  8)

It's lovely, nice shade of pink  :thumbsup:



I have seen the other pics too! Liking all black, my fat bike is being powder coated matt/satin black to get that ninja look
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 January, 2017, 08:38:55 am
Quote from: bumper on 30 January, 2017, 08:30:04 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 05 January, 2017, 08:07:35 pm
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5603/32126813035_b171c9cb36_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QWWjez)

Stealth mode?  8)

It's lovely, nice shade of pink  :thumbsup:
But the tassels... you do like the yellow tassels, don't you?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 30 January, 2017, 08:46:14 am
Yes, they match the spokeys ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 30 January, 2017, 10:06:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2017, 08:43:00 am
Nice practical looking bikes!

I'm nothing if not practical! :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 31 January, 2017, 10:05:36 pm
Not so stealthy
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/743/32256522880_10edf7eb28_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/R9p7sd)20170130_183508 (https://flic.kr/p/R9p7sd) by Joseph Bulloch (https://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 01 February, 2017, 09:35:13 am
I have 3 bikes:

(https://www.cyclechat.net/attachments/s-l1600-jpg.334388/)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/5N4AAOSw-0xYjI7W/s-l1600.png)

(https://www.cyclechat.net/attachments/fvwh37-jpg.324118/)

The S-Works is a definate keeper and is my summer commuter. The Pinarello was bought for cheap, and I will resell it for a profit. The Giant is supposed to be my 'fast bike' but it's not faster than the S-Works.

I recently sold my Surly LHT. I bought it with the intention of riding LEJOG and long Audax rides, but it was too heavy and too slow. I never managed to fully customise it with racks and a dynamo hub, but I used it as a commuter and rode 2900km (and sold it for £100 more than what I paid for it):
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/RGgAAOSw44BYcP-l/s-l1600.jpg)

So once I sell the Pinarello, I will be looking for a steel bike to do 300km audax rides. I will use the S-Works with a handlebar bag for audax rides up to 300km.

I'm seriously thinking about selling the Giant, and getting something like a used Scott Foil with Di2 but I'd have to save ap a bit more
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kermit on 05 February, 2017, 02:48:29 pm
I was pleased to see another Boardman hybrid on the forum :thumbsup: I'm new to this lark so wanted to use my curent bike before buying a better bike before knowing what I  really want, or need.

I had Harry Rowlands build me a pair of what I hope will be bullet proof wheels, the old ones went out of shape fairly quickly. I am a biggish old Hector so it wasn't a complete surprise. I've bought wheels from Harry before and they've been great. A 32 tooth rear sprocket and a Charge Spoon saddle (my backside likes them) and that's about it. Building up the miles and hoping to do my first 100 this summer.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/721/32571889472_307e449997_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 07 February, 2017, 07:48:55 pm
a new trike for mrs cycleman .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/416/32639783571_8e82d1a9a3_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RJgqva)liz and new trike feb 2017 002 (https://flic.kr/p/RJgqva) by cycleman108 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/28688525@N08/), on Flickr

a sun ez 3  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 February, 2017, 08:12:17 pm
Excellent, the cyclefamily on wheels.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 07 February, 2017, 10:56:41 pm
Too many wheels, though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 08 February, 2017, 10:41:25 am
but she does not have to worry about ice  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 08 February, 2017, 11:19:23 am
Drift trike!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 08 February, 2017, 06:34:04 pm
 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 10 February, 2017, 01:26:45 pm
My new touring bike: a last year Trek 920.  Have a couple of trips pencilled in this summer. I only got it yesterday, so not got it set up to my position yet.  Reviews I'd read suggested a long reach, which I find it is to the hoods, but not to the bars.  Other dimensions seem to be fine for me: I thought the 58 may be a bit small for me, but seems spot on.  This years model in a 58 seems very hard to get hold of, so when I found a shop that had a 2016 I went for it. £100 cheaper and a nicer colour to my mind.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3682/32654932932_dee27ca2ae_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RKB4T3)New touring bike (https://flic.kr/p/RKB4T3) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 01:31:30 pm
I hope you enjoy it. I like the look and idea but had a ride on one and didn't really get on with it; found it ponderous. I think that was partly down to the tyres and partly to it being borderline too big for me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 10 February, 2017, 01:35:30 pm
It's a nice purposeful bike, but that toptube's a bit ...odd.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 10 February, 2017, 02:44:30 pm
Quote from: Kim on 10 February, 2017, 01:35:30 pm
It's a nice purposeful bike, but that toptube's a bit ...odd.

My Fuji has a similar weird kink in the toptube, though a bit less pronounced. I've never quite understood why it's there!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 10 February, 2017, 03:07:41 pm
Now there's a bike built for Dean's Don't Keep to the Road (http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/17-325/) 100km on and off-road audax.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bumper on 10 February, 2017, 03:24:11 pm
they're lovely bikes.

the green is much better than the new grey colour too :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 08:17:30 pm
Quote from: phantasmagoriana on 10 February, 2017, 02:44:30 pm
Quote from: Kim on 10 February, 2017, 01:35:30 pm
It's a nice purposeful bike, but that toptube's a bit ...odd.

My Fuji has a similar weird kink in the toptube, though a bit less pronounced. I've never quite understood why it's there!
Presumably to increase standover while not having too high a head tube.

I wouldn't choose grey if I were picking a colour but I rather like it in a functional battleship way.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 10 February, 2017, 09:14:22 pm
Very nice indeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 10 February, 2017, 09:29:18 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 08:17:30 pm
Presumably to increase standover while not having too high a head tube.

Now if only they could increase bottom bracket height while reducing pedal clearance. They’d have the Opposite Day market sewn up!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 10 February, 2017, 10:36:46 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 01:31:30 pm
I hope you enjoy it. I like the look and idea but had a ride on one and didn't really get on with it; found it ponderous. I think that was partly down to the tyres and partly to it being borderline too big for me.

I know what you mean. I've never ridden a bike with tyres like that on the road before, and with the high and wide 'bars I think it rides how one of those massive and fast new tractors would drive ! It doesn't have the same sharpness on corners or over bumps as my road bikes, and even my commuter.  It seems fun and comfortable. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Relayer on 11 February, 2017, 07:06:19 am
Quote from: Joe.B on 10 February, 2017, 09:14:22 pm
Very nice indeed.

+1   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 11 February, 2017, 07:23:03 am
Quote from: Relayer on 11 February, 2017, 07:06:19 am
Quote from: Joe.B on 10 February, 2017, 09:14:22 pm
Very nice indeed.

+1   :)

Agree, nice :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 11 February, 2017, 07:54:35 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 10 February, 2017, 10:36:46 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 01:31:30 pm
I hope you enjoy it. I like the look and idea but had a ride on one and didn't really get on with it; found it ponderous. I think that was partly down to the tyres and partly to it being borderline too big for me.

I know what you mean. I've never ridden a bike with tyres like that on the road before, and with the high and wide 'bars I think it rides how one of those massive and fast new tractors would drive ! It doesn't have the same sharpness on corners or over bumps as my road bikes, and even my commuter.  It seems fun and comfortable.

The geometry table is that of a mountain bike, so it sounds like it rides in that manner. How London my is the stem, the top tube/reach seems quite long?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 11 February, 2017, 09:10:15 am
BEST THREAD ON THE FORUM  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 11 February, 2017, 09:51:52 am
It has the chunky, designey lines of a current-day Jeep. I could get used to those looks in this context. The geometry would not work for me, however. The seat tube angle is nearly 74 degrees in my size or 73 degrees in this 58 cm. What’s the reasoning behind these steep angles?

The head tube angle, in contrast, is very slack at barely 71 degrees. Even with the 55 mm offset that results in high trail, especially with those huge tyres. That’s a long lever for the high rolling resistance to act on. I’ve never ridden something as stable as this on paper.

Does the steering feel unusually floppy at low speeds?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 11 February, 2017, 12:57:07 pm
it's a nice bike, suitable for gravel paths, single track and paved roads too. if someone is looking for a zing in a touring bike - they're not designed for that. ride a racing bike instead, with short chainstays and steep head tube.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 12 February, 2017, 06:26:51 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 11 February, 2017, 07:54:35 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 10 February, 2017, 10:36:46 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 10 February, 2017, 01:31:30 pm
I hope you enjoy it. I like the look and idea but had a ride on one and didn't really get on with it; found it ponderous. I think that was partly down to the tyres and partly to it being borderline too big for me.

I know what you mean. I've never ridden a bike with tyres like that on the road before, and with the high and wide 'bars I think it rides how one of those massive and fast new tractors would drive ! It doesn't have the same sharpness on corners or over bumps as my road bikes, and even my commuter.  It seems fun and comfortable.

The geometry table is that of a mountain bike, so it sounds like it rides in that manner. How London my is the stem, the top tube/reach seems quite long?

The stem is 110mm for this size, 58cm, so its fairly long. Its very similar in reach to my road bikes, though the bars are a fair bit higher.  Not ridden it properly yet, only down the road and back a few times, and it does feel mountain-bikey. Thats fine by me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 01:18:52 pm
My new Spa Ti Audax, with lots of bits from the last bike bolted to it.  I'm still tweaking the fit but so far I'm very pleased with it. Comfy and sensible enough for winter but hopefully will look classy with some skin walled tyres in the summer!

(https://s21.postimg.org/gbfmqcr1z/20170218_082435.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2017, 05:14:04 pm
Hey Cupotea, do you ever get down to mid-Essex?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 05:31:36 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2017, 05:14:04 pm
Hey Cupotea, do you ever get down to mid-Essex?

Sorry, I don't. Why?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2017, 05:38:37 pm
Quote from: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 05:31:36 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2017, 05:14:04 pm
Hey Cupotea, do you ever get down to mid-Essex?

Sorry, I don't. Why?

It's always nice to meet new yacfers, that's all!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 06:28:21 pm
Ah!  I thought you were more Manchester way for some reason, but yeah it would be nice to meet some people to ride with :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 18 February, 2017, 08:19:22 pm
He's tolerated up here occasionally . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 18 February, 2017, 11:51:30 pm
Finally got the Genesis Equilibrium built - it's only taken about 6 months!

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2254/32164487133_172ec2dfcc_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/R1gpqZ)Genesis Equilibrium (https://flic.kr/p/R1gpqZ) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 19 February, 2017, 12:30:38 am
Quote from: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 01:18:52 pm
My new Spa Ti Audax,

Looks a great audax bike. Swift and comfortable

Quote from: windy on 18 February, 2017, 11:51:30 pm
Finally got the Genesis Equilibrium built - it's only taken about 6 months!

I like this. Old school 9sp. Square taper chainset to custom suite the gearing.  Shallow drop bars (raised from more extreme sports position, more usable positions). This is what I did with my condor fratello, although Ive got fast wheels on it and can hold my own on the changing nights with the wee gears 46*14.

Did your wife know you brought this into the living room ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 February, 2017, 12:33:30 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 19 February, 2017, 12:30:38 am
Quote from: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 01:18:52 pm
My new Spa Ti Audax,

Looks a great audax bike. Swift and comfortable

Quote from: windy on 18 February, 2017, 11:51:30 pm
Finally got the Genesis Equilibrium built - it's only taken about 6 months!

I like this. Old school 9sp. Square taper chainset to custom suite the gearing.  Shallow drop bars (raised from more extreme sports position, more usable positions). This is what I did with my condor fratello, although Ive got fast wheels on it and can hold my own on the changing nights with the wee gears 46*14.

Did your wife know you brought this into the living room ?

No, she's in bed - she'll see the facebook pics tomorrow tho'   :-\

(I finished the setup/taping etc.in the kitchen too) ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 19 February, 2017, 07:53:40 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 18 February, 2017, 08:19:22 pm
He's tolerated up here occasionally . . .

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 19 February, 2017, 09:24:44 am
I approve of windy’s spoke count. But what are the rims?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 19 February, 2017, 12:17:22 pm
Rigida DP18
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 19 February, 2017, 12:47:13 pm
just bought a few minutes ago (was newly listed and snapped it up minutes after it was listed) .... hoping to use this on longer audax rides, aswell as a 35km ride every morning before heading off to work (as soon as it gets light enough):

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424)

Don't know much about it, but it looks in reasonable condition, ticks all the boxes: looks like 531, has a Brooks saddle, is my size, has mudguards and will take a rack, was cheap and seller posts / couriers it ... buyer says 'single speed' in his title, but she got that wrong... plus she says that it's a 19 inch frame .... measurements work out to a 52cm which is my size (20-21 inch)... she also quotes the wheel size as 25 inch  :P

paid £225 (£180 plus £45 shipping)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/31oAAOSw3v5YqY3I/s-l1600.jpg)





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 19 February, 2017, 01:18:20 pm
Well worth it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 February, 2017, 08:29:22 pm
Quote from: sg37409 on 19 February, 2017, 12:30:38 am
Quote from: Cupotea on 18 February, 2017, 01:18:52 pm
My new Spa Ti Audax,

Looks a great audax bike. Swift and comfortable

Quote from: windy on 18 February, 2017, 11:51:30 pm
Finally got the Genesis Equilibrium built - it's only taken about 6 months!

I like this. Old school 9sp. Square taper chainset to custom suite the gearing.  Shallow drop bars (raised from more extreme sports position, more usable positions). This is what I did with my condor fratello, although Ive got fast wheels on it and can hold my own on the changing nights with the wee gears 46*14.

Did your wife know you brought this into the living room ?
Nothing old school about 9 speed! Nice bike, new or old school though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 20 February, 2017, 12:31:56 pm
Nine-speed is only surpassed by 8-speed!

But isn’t windy’s machine 8-speed? If not, which thumb-button shifters are those? (I thought all 9-speed STIs were double-paddle types rather than thumb-button ones.)

Edit: ah, Sora ST-3400 are 9-speed with thumb buttons. I suppose that’s what windy’s using then.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 February, 2017, 01:13:27 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 20 February, 2017, 12:31:56 pm
Nine-speed is only surpassed by 8-speed!

But isn’t windy’s machine 8-speed? If not, which thumb-button shifters are those? (I thought all 9-speed STIs were double-paddle types rather than thumb-button ones.)

Edit: ah, Sora ST-3400 are 9-speed with thumb buttons. I suppose that’s what windy’s using then.

Aye, Sora 9spd bought 2nd hand off the forum sales board. My Burton and Surly are 8spd.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 20 February, 2017, 01:18:57 pm
Quote from: windy on 18 February, 2017, 11:51:30 pm
Finally got the Genesis Equilibrium built - it's only taken about 6 months!

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2254/32164487133_172ec2dfcc_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/R1gpqZ)Genesis Equilibrium (https://flic.kr/p/R1gpqZ) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Ooh that's nice. I had a satisfying few hours with my 2014 vintage Equilibrium yesterday, rebuilding it into a 10 speed compact so the triple set previously fitted can go on the Croix de fer sitting in the loft waiting to be built (since Christmas). Looking forward to riding it in it's new lighter weight form
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 20 February, 2017, 01:55:49 pm
Quote from: dim on 19 February, 2017, 12:47:13 pm
just bought a few minutes ago (was newly listed and snapped it up minutes after it was listed) .... hoping to use this on longer audax rides, aswell as a 35km ride every morning before heading off to work (as soon as it gets light enough):

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424)

Don't know much about it, but it looks in reasonable condition, ticks all the boxes: looks like 531, has a Brooks saddle, is my size, has mudguards and will take a rack, was cheap and seller posts / couriers it ... buyer says 'single speed' in his title, but she got that wrong... plus she says that it's a 19 inch frame .... measurements work out to a 52cm which is my size (20-21 inch)... she also quotes the wheel size as 25 inch  :P

paid £225 (£180 plus £45 shipping)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/31oAAOSw3v5YqY3I/s-l1600.jpg)

That might be an early 80s Holdsworth Mistral:

http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsModelPages/Mistral.htm
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1982/82_Mistral_Cyc.jpg
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1983/83_Specs.jpg

It might have had 27 wheels originally, which could account for the large clearances. The frame size could be 21.5 inches which is 54.5cm centre to top. And the forks might not be original, and the 531 sticker is later than the frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 20 February, 2017, 04:39:50 pm
Quote from: trekker12 on 20 February, 2017, 01:18:57 pm


Ooh that's nice. I had a satisfying few hours with my 2014 vintage Equilibrium yesterday, rebuilding it into a 10 speed compact so the triple set previously fitted can go on the Croix de fer sitting in the loft waiting to be built (since Christmas). Looking forward to riding it in it's new lighter weight form

It rides nice too - very tempted by a Croix de Fer :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 20 February, 2017, 08:31:23 pm
Quote from: hubner on 20 February, 2017, 01:55:49 pm
Quote from: dim on 19 February, 2017, 12:47:13 pm
just bought a few minutes ago (was newly listed and snapped it up minutes after it was listed) .... hoping to use this on longer audax rides, aswell as a 35km ride every morning before heading off to work (as soon as it gets light enough):

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142284017424)

Don't know much about it, but it looks in reasonable condition, ticks all the boxes: looks like 531, has a Brooks saddle, is my size, has mudguards and will take a rack, was cheap and seller posts / couriers it ... buyer says 'single speed' in his title, but she got that wrong... plus she says that it's a 19 inch frame .... measurements work out to a 52cm which is my size (20-21 inch)... she also quotes the wheel size as 25 inch  :P

paid £225 (£180 plus £45 shipping)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/31oAAOSw3v5YqY3I/s-l1600.jpg)

That might be an early 80s Holdsworth Mistral:

http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsModelPages/Mistral.htm
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1982/82_Mistral_Cyc.jpg
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1983/83_Specs.jpg

It might have had 27 wheels originally, which could account for the large clearances. The frame size could be 21.5 inches which is 54.5cm centre to top. And the forks might not be original, and the 531 sticker is later than the frame.

Thanks for the info!  :thumbsup:

I've managed to cancel the order.... the seller was apologetic and will also relist the bike with the proper frame size etc
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 20 February, 2017, 09:12:18 pm
late to the party but I'd say the over-bb cable routing marks it firmly in the 70s...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 21 February, 2017, 12:41:24 am
Looking at:
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1982/82_Mistral_Cyc.jpg
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1982/82_Mistral_Fr.jpg
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1983/83_Mistral.jpg

I think I can just about see they have over the bb cables...

Lack of braze on cable guides on the top tube would date a frame to the 70s:
http://www.nkilgariff.com/HoldsCats/Cat1978/Mistral78.jpg

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 22 February, 2017, 06:18:17 pm
It's back. I've been riding the Raleigh on my commute for the last couple days after rebuilding it. It feels as nice as ever. Thank you Torslanda for fixing the frame :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2831/32929874481_f2bba1094d_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 22 February, 2017, 07:44:06 pm
(https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/02/gf-ti-1-of-7.jpg)

Link to photoreel - https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/02/22/kinesis-gf-ti-v2-audax/#jp-carousel-85 (https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/02/22/kinesis-gf-ti-v2-audax/#jp-carousel-85)

My GF Ti in long distance and local riding guise. Spa Aire Ti, Arkel Tailrider, Igaro D1 and Restrap frame bag.

Wheels are interesting (well I think so) Kinlin 31T rims (asymetric at rear) with 24 Lasers radially laced on SP SV-9 hub at front and 28 Laser/Race on Hope Mono RS at back. 28mm Schwalbe One tubeless.

Should have been used for last year's Easter Arrow, but I got it too dirty! Lovely riding bike.

Mike

(https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/02/gf-ti-7-of-7.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 22 February, 2017, 07:55:30 pm
A very purposefull looking bike, Mike.  :thumbsup:

The second picture make it look as if the saddle is slightly skewed...


...or do you 'dress to the right'?  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 22 February, 2017, 09:30:01 pm
my saddles are skewed to the left by a couple of degrees, otherwise my right thigh is chafing raw (or i get knee pain by avoiding it). all the shorts i have start disintegrating on the right inner thigh too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 23 February, 2017, 10:42:46 pm
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170223/44ad1e349de9bcfce98e6741a6d183b1.jpg)

Bish bash bosh
Stans Grail rims
Compass Bon Jons tubeless at 40psi
Ergon CF3 Pro leaf spring seatpost (bendy)
Brooks Cambium C17

It's quite light, and seems pretty comfy. Yet to ride it beyond the end of the road.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 23 February, 2017, 10:55:58 pm
Looks fantastic. Can I have a go, mister?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 23 February, 2017, 11:04:35 pm
Quote from: Deano on 23 February, 2017, 10:55:58 pm
Looks fantastic. Can I have a go, mister?
Of course. I'll be bringing it to your event with clement xplors on, but if you are venturing otley way, pop in for a coffee and take it for a spin around the reservoirs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 February, 2017, 12:09:22 am
Quote from: mcshroom on 22 February, 2017, 06:18:17 pm
It's back. I've been riding the Raleigh on my commute for the last couple days after rebuilding it. It feels as nice as ever. Thank you Torslanda for fixing the frame :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2831/32929874481_f2bba1094d_z.jpg)

You're welcome, although credit should really go to Kenny the Torchmeister . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 24 February, 2017, 08:34:32 am
What did Kenny put a torch to? Was that the frame with a cracked chainstay (or was it the seatstay?) that mcshroom talked about long ago?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 24 February, 2017, 12:59:50 pm
Yes that one. The rear dropout on the drive side detached from the chainstay.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: paul851 on 24 February, 2017, 02:08:45 pm
Thought I would give a trike a go so managed to get hold of a Longstaff conversion and attached it to what was my fixed gear bike as I had managed to get hold of a langster for fixed duty's at a reasonable price  :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2172/32933476206_f988c34d8c_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
How the Hell does a trike conversion work?!?  Can we have more photos?  And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 05:34:44 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.

There's a special exemption for delta tricycles, which are allowed a pair of brakes acting on the same front wheel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:37:11 pm
Quote from: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 05:34:44 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.

There's a special exemption for delta tricycles, which are allowed a pair of brakes acting on the same front wheel.

I remember reading something about that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 05:40:00 pm
Obviously it's a bit dodgy, as it means you're in trouble if the tyre fails.  But that's probably not even in the top ten list of ways the things are trying to kill you.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 24 February, 2017, 05:59:49 pm
Yep, there's a guy down here who has two trikes. We call him "Trikey Dave".  ;D Both his trikes have two brakes on the front wheel. I think one also has back brakes but he never uses them – totally useless.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 24 February, 2017, 06:03:01 pm
Quote from: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 05:34:44 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.

There's a special exemption for delta tricycles, which are allowed a pair of brakes acting on the same front wheel.
And for 2 rear brakes on a tadpole - a certain way to death.  See construction and use act paragraph 9(2) http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1983/1176/pdfs/uksi_19831176_en.pdf

As for number of trikes - I have 5.  Been riding trikes for almost 50 years, seldom both with lesser two wheeled machines of which I have 3.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 24 February, 2017, 06:03:36 pm
Quote from: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 05:40:00 pm
But that's probably not even in the top ten list of ways the things are trying to kill you.   ;D

Ha! They do scare the wits out of me even in photos. Just thinking of an adverse-camber corner at a junction near me… (Shudders.)

That said, are there any advantages to tricycles (for people who can ride a bicycle)? Riding on ice, perhaps?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 24 February, 2017, 06:13:03 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 24 February, 2017, 06:03:36 pm
That said, are there any advantages to tricycles (for people who can ride a bicycle)? Riding on ice, perhaps?
Not really.  On ice you don't just go splat like from a bicycle, you have time to consider what it is you are going to hit.  An old cliché - tricycles are for people who find bicycles too easy.  Truthfully, I ride 99% of my time on trike simply because they are very much more involving than 2 wheels and for me much more fun.  We live for a decent bend, preferably one that tightens up on you!  Some times the comments from bicyclists with limited experience get a bit aggravating.  The usual one about "it has to be easier".  Get me in a bad mood and I will say "it is obviously heavier, it obviously has more wind resistance, less obviously I am working harder to balance it (keep it rubber side down) than you ever do to balance a bike (on road at least), so in what  way is it easier?"  All these factors make it 10 to 15% slower than riding an equivalent bicycle.  But above all it is FUN, and surely that is what we all want from our chosen steed.  Every enthusiastic cyclist should add this to their experience.  End Soapbox.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: paul851 on 24 February, 2017, 10:51:53 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
How the Hell does a trike conversion work?!?  Can we have more photos?  And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.

It's nearly a bolt on job apart from the front brakes which are just a pair of Weinmann 610 centre pulls with longer bolts and a couple of spacers and just a few more spacers to centre the axle and align the rear derailleur .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2570/32969650301_995a81a9a9_c.jpg) (https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/309/32714405470_743e3c27dd_c.jpg)(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2890/32969650451_d3f77c6574_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 11:16:45 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 24 February, 2017, 06:13:03 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 24 February, 2017, 06:03:36 pm
That said, are there any advantages to tricycles (for people who can ride a bicycle)? Riding on ice, perhaps?
Not really.  [...]

Recumbent trikes, on the other hand, are a completely different class of beasts:  Steering tends to be vastly more intuitive for a bicyclist (although unlike a bicycle you still have to think about camber), stability (and associated 'fun') varies according to the geometry but is generally far better than upright trikes as the centre of mass is lower, and wind resistance can compare favourably to a DF bike.  The above points about weight and rolling resistance still apply, and traction can sometimes be interesting.

The one thing that trikes (of all kinds) are *really* good at is going slowly.  Hence the popularity of tadpole 'bents with really wide gear range as touring machines.

Every bicyclist should try to ride an upright tricycle at least once.  It'll teach you more about how a bicycle works in the time it takes you to crash into the kerb than a lifetime of bicycle riding...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Quote from: tatanab on 24 February, 2017, 06:13:03 pm
We live for a decent bend, preferably one that tightens up on you!

Perish the thought.

But fun is a good reason to ride a tricycle. I’d like to try one some day.

Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?

Some of those brake pads are a bit casually positioned!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 25 February, 2017, 07:37:44 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?
One wheel drive was the lightweight choice because differentials are expensive and not light.  Then the supply of diffs dried up in the 1960s.  In the 1980s the two wheel drive was reinvented - two freewheels.  This was also heavy until the cassette came along and a lightweight carrier invented.  This is now the preferred method.  For a picture of the cassette carrier with 2 sets of pawls and of braking arrangements see "Galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/  Also, look at the banner heading photographs on http://tricycleassociation.org.uk/  there's one showing what we would call a decent bend on the race circuit at Fowlmead in Kent.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JennyB on 25 February, 2017, 08:12:49 am
Quote from: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 11:16:45 pm

Every bicyclist should try to ride an upright tricycle at least once.  It'll teach you more about how a bicycle works in the time it takes you to crash into the kerb than a lifetime of bicycle riding...

Saw that at a CTC Rally years ago, with about a dozen cyclists in a row. They want ted to go left and they steered right.  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 25 February, 2017, 11:33:00 am
Quote from: JennyB on 25 February, 2017, 08:12:49 am
Quote from: Kim on 24 February, 2017, 11:16:45 pm

Every bicyclist should try to ride an upright tricycle at least once.  It'll teach you more about how a bicycle works in the time it takes you to crash into the kerb than a lifetime of bicycle riding...

Saw that at a CTC Rally years ago, with about a dozen cyclists in a row. They want ted to go left and they steered right.  :D

Which is exactly what happened to me the first time I rode one.  Except I made an interesting discovery: The tricycle in question had a fixed-wheel transmission, and it turned out that I could steer it perfectly, as long as I rode it backwards.   :D

(I've had a bit more practice on them since, and can now steer in directions other than the kerb at least 90% of the time.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 25 February, 2017, 12:34:29 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 23 February, 2017, 10:42:46 pm
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170223/44ad1e349de9bcfce98e6741a6d183b1.jpg)

Bish bash bosh
Stans Grail rims
Compass Bon Jons tubeless at 40psi
Ergon CF3 Pro leaf spring seatpost (bendy)
Brooks Cambium C17

It's quite light, and seems pretty comfy. Yet to ride it beyond the end of the road.

Now I really rather like that. You'd need to decide whether you do PDQ if you want to retain the "CL will buy it if I don't like it" option. My finger is hovering over the "buy" button on PlanetX's web site. The orange is simply "too much", I think, and the grey is £100 more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 25 February, 2017, 12:52:52 pm
She is a keeper, I think.

Your thinking is the same as mine on the colour. Much as I'd have liked the grey, the extra £100 was too much.

However, I wish the space chicken was the same price - I think that looks really good, and takes 650b with really big tyres.

http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FROOSPCKN/on-one-space-chicken-650--700c-carbon-gravel-frameset
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 February, 2017, 03:37:40 pm
Trikey Dave says his upright deltas are ace for getting through city traffic jams, because they are barely wider than the handlebars and he do a 90 degree turn at virtually zero speed in no space.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 25 February, 2017, 04:28:40 pm
Quote from: closetleftie on 25 February, 2017, 12:34:29 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 23 February, 2017, 10:42:46 pm
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170223/44ad1e349de9bcfce98e6741a6d183b1.jpg)

Bish bash bosh
Stans Grail rims
Compass Bon Jons tubeless at 40psi
Ergon CF3 Pro leaf spring seatpost (bendy)
Brooks Cambium C17

It's quite light, and seems pretty comfy. Yet to ride it beyond the end of the road.

Now I really rather like that. You'd need to decide whether you do PDQ if you want to retain the "CL will buy it if I don't like it" option. My finger is hovering over the "buy" button on PlanetX's web site. The orange is simply "too much", I think, and the grey is £100 more.


Given Dr M wishes to keep his BBB, CL should really consider my Kinesis 5T - think of the purchase price as a contribution to the Space Chicken that has caught my imagination (well, the geometry looks good at any rate). I've met CL and the 5T will fit.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: dim on 25 February, 2017, 07:05:59 pm
a new cheap bike to make a quick profit .... bought a Dutch Gazelle for cheap, and will sell it on .... hopefully it will make a bit of profit for a Trek fx series (I have lots of spare time and am looking at delivering food for Deliveroo).... A trek 7.2 fx or similar could be ideal   ;D

I'm saving up for a really good vintage steel bike such as a Colnago or similar .... wife said that if I want another bike, I need to get another job .... Deliveroo pay sucks, but I have the time and it's "money for jam", flexible hours  .... a couple hours every day and I should be able to afford a Colnago by 2027  :-[

(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/yrQAAOSwWxNYsXHm/s-l1600.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 27 February, 2017, 04:34:55 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 25 February, 2017, 07:37:44 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?
One wheel drive was the lightweight choice because differentials are expensive and not light.  Then the supply of diffs dried up in the 1960s.  In the 1980s the two wheel drive was reinvented - two freewheels.  This was also heavy until the cassette came along and a lightweight carrier invented.  This is now the preferred method.  For a picture of the cassette carrier with 2 sets of pawls and of braking arrangements see "Galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/  Also, look at the banner heading photographs on http://tricycleassociation.org.uk/  there's one showing what we would call a decent bend on the race circuit at Fowlmead in Kent.

That photo of the line negotiating the bend reminds me of a picture of a m/cycle sidecar race  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 27 February, 2017, 06:17:48 pm
Quote from: paul851 on 24 February, 2017, 10:51:53 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2017, 05:30:40 pm
How the Hell does a trike conversion work?!?  Can we have more photos?  And of the front brakes, I guess you need two to keep it legal.

It's nearly a bolt on job apart from the front brakes which are just a pair of Weinmann 610 centre pulls with longer bolts and a couple of spacers and just a few more spacers to centre the axle and align the rear derailleur .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2570/32969650301_995a81a9a9_c.jpg) (https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/309/32714405470_743e3c27dd_c.jpg)(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2890/32969650451_d3f77c6574_c.jpg)

Given the plethora of disc brake options nowadays is there not a modification that would fit an inboard brake on the rear axle similar to a racing go-kart? Or is it just going to be useless?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 February, 2017, 06:28:50 pm
Thing about rear brakes is they'd need to be decently balanced, which means hydraulics or independent levers.  The latter is pretty much contraindicated by the need to have a proper brake that can do actual stopping on the front (so you can't do the tadpole thing of one hand for left, one hand for right).  I suspect that doing clever things with discs or whatever is too much bother unless it's a tandem.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tatanab on 27 February, 2017, 06:29:48 pm
Quote from: trekker12 on 27 February, 2017, 06:17:48 pm
Given the plethora of disc brake options nowadays is there not a modification that would fit an inboard brake on the rear axle similar to a racing go-kart? Or is it just going to be useless?
Tricyclists have been there and done that many times in the last 100 years.  The first central disc brake I can think of was in the 1970s.  It is not a modification you could make to an existing axle, especially not a conversion axle.  Rear brakes on light trikes do not achieve much, the braked wheel(s) lock quite easily since they are lightly loaded.  Heavily load the trike, or have  tandem trike and they are indeed useful.  Paralympic racing trikes have twin rear brakes, usually discs, because the people who set the Paralympic rules did not bother to ask those of us who have been racing trikes for decades.  For brake options, including twin disc, see "galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 27 February, 2017, 07:49:15 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 25 February, 2017, 04:28:40 pm



Given Dr M wishes to keep his BBB, CL should really consider my Kinesis 5T - think of the purchase price as a contribution to the Space Chicken that has caught my imagination (well, the geometry looks good at any rate). I've met CL and the 5T will fit.

Mike

 ;D But I is wanting carbon. Not because I have the legs for a fast bike, you understand. But precisely because I haven't.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 February, 2017, 07:56:02 pm
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 27 February, 2017, 04:34:55 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 25 February, 2017, 07:37:44 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?
One wheel drive was the lightweight choice because differentials are expensive and not light.  Then the supply of diffs dried up in the 1960s.  In the 1980s the two wheel drive was reinvented - two freewheels.  This was also heavy until the cassette came along and a lightweight carrier invented.  This is now the preferred method.  For a picture of the cassette carrier with 2 sets of pawls and of braking arrangements see "Galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/  Also, look at the banner heading photographs on http://tricycleassociation.org.uk/  there's one showing what we would call a decent bend on the race circuit at Fowlmead in Kent.

That photo of the line negotiating the bend reminds me of a picture of a m/cycle sidecar race  :thumbsup:
Does one of those photos possibly show a member of this parish? Actually two, now I come to think of it, but one of them is on two wheels.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 27 February, 2017, 08:55:55 pm
Quote from: closetleftie on 27 February, 2017, 07:49:15 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 25 February, 2017, 04:28:40 pm



Given Dr M wishes to keep his BBB, CL should really consider my Kinesis 5T - think of the purchase price as a contribution to the Space Chicken that has caught my imagination (well, the geometry looks good at any rate). I've met CL and the 5T will fit.

Mike

Indeed, the most important reason for carbon - apart from it's blingyness. Actually, I might have found a suitable frame to take the 1x10 drivetrain from my 5T. I'll pm you a link. Frame will be advertised soon.

Mike

 ;D But I is wanting carbon. Not because I have the legs for a fast bike, you understand. But precisely because I haven't.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 27 February, 2017, 09:16:26 pm
It's really nice. I've ordered some of the crazy cheap 32 spoke, 25mm internal width planet x wheels so I can have a set of dirt wheels and keep my light wheels for road duty.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 27 February, 2017, 10:57:56 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 27 February, 2017, 09:16:26 pm
It's really nice. I've ordered some of the crazy cheap 32 spoke, 25mm internal width planet x wheels so I can have a set of dirt wheels and keep my light wheels for road duty.

Dr M, what tyres are you using for road duty and do you think it would work with wide 650b

Mike

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 27 February, 2017, 11:53:06 pm
Road - 35mm bon jons on 21mm internal Stans Grails - size up big, but loads of room.
Offroad - 35mm Clement X'Plor MSO on 25mm internal WTB i25ST - will see... have check - loads of clearance - suspect plenty of room for the 40s.

In terms of 650b, via chat, Planet X said they thought 650 x 47mm WTB Horizons would fit. Conclusion here is that's the limit.

https://www.lfgss.com/conversations/294987/

They can fit 700 x 40c with knobblies, but clearance looks tighter than I'd like. I think if you have aspirations to 650b x 2.1s, (like an OPEN UP) this isn't the frame for you.

http://grit.cx/reviews/rated-on-one-bish-bash-bosh-graveladventure-bike

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 28 February, 2017, 08:13:54 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 27 February, 2017, 04:34:55 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 25 February, 2017, 07:37:44 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?
One wheel drive was the lightweight choice because differentials are expensive and not light.  Then the supply of diffs dried up in the 1960s.  In the 1980s the two wheel drive was reinvented - two freewheels.  This was also heavy until the cassette came along and a lightweight carrier invented.  This is now the preferred method.  For a picture of the cassette carrier with 2 sets of pawls and of braking arrangements see "Galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/  Also, look at the banner heading photographs on http://tricycleassociation.org.uk/  there's one showing what we would call a decent bend on the race circuit at Fowlmead in Kent.

That photo of the line negotiating the bend reminds me of a picture of a m/cycle sidecar race  :thumbsup:

That's exactly how I imagined it would look.

I'm still curious to try a recumbent trike. just to see how much fun it could possibly be.

Almost bought one off E-bay yesterday, that would have taken some explaining at home.  She doesn't even know about the folder I bought yet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: fuzzy on 28 February, 2017, 11:33:07 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 28 February, 2017, 08:13:54 am
Quote from: fuzzy (retd.) AAGE on 27 February, 2017, 04:34:55 pm
Quote from: tatanab on 25 February, 2017, 07:37:44 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 25 February, 2017, 12:28:53 am
Looking at your last photo, paul851: is only one rear wheel driven on your conversion?
One wheel drive was the lightweight choice because differentials are expensive and not light.  Then the supply of diffs dried up in the 1960s.  In the 1980s the two wheel drive was reinvented - two freewheels.  This was also heavy until the cassette came along and a lightweight carrier invented.  This is now the preferred method.  For a picture of the cassette carrier with 2 sets of pawls and of braking arrangements see "Galleries" at http://www.trykit.com/  Also, look at the banner heading photographs on http://tricycleassociation.org.uk/  there's one showing what we would call a decent bend on the race circuit at Fowlmead in Kent.

That photo of the line negotiating the bend reminds me of a picture of a m/cycle sidecar race  :thumbsup:

That's exactly how I imagined it would look.

I'm still curious to try a recumbent trike. just to see how much fun it could possibly be.

Almost bought one off E-bay yesterday, that would have taken some explaining at home.  She doesn't even know about the folder I bought yet.

LOTS! Trying to tail slide a tadpole through a right hand hairpin on a 10% descent? Oh Yus ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 28 February, 2017, 07:02:09 pm
did you succeed ?  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 01 March, 2017, 07:47:49 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 27 February, 2017, 09:16:26 pm
It's really nice. I've ordered some of the crazy cheap 32 spoke, 25mm internal width planet x wheels so I can have a set of dirt wheels and keep my light wheels for road duty.

Which wheelset is that? I'm still vaccillating about wheels. I'm probably 20kg heavier than you (plus I think I commute with more stuff due to not having an actual office) so "light" wheels won't do for general duties. I'd happily take advice.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 March, 2017, 02:34:24 pm
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/WBI25EGRS/wtb-st-i25-tcs-rim-on-el-guapo-rattlesnake-hubs

Really wide, so spread the tyres nicely. The free hub has 72 points of engagement, so take up feels bonkers.

Remember, to get the best out of them, you'll need a tubeless kit. I'm using orange seal. I've got an air shot, so happy to set them up for you.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 01 March, 2017, 03:39:27 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 01 March, 2017, 02:34:24 pm
http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/WBI25EGRS/wtb-st-i25-tcs-rim-on-el-guapo-rattlesnake-hubs

Really wide, so spread the tyres nicely. The free hub has 72 points of engagement, so take up feels bonkers.

Remember, to get the best out of them, you'll need a tubeless kit. I'm using orange seal. I've got an air shot, so happy to set them up for you.

Certainly not expensive - looks circa 2100g for the set? I wonder if it's worth spending a bit more, for a fat lad like me?But "worth spending more?" is a silly question in the context of bikes, I suppose... ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 March, 2017, 03:47:07 pm
Yes, get mike to build you up some DT Swiss 350s with cx rays and some nice wide rims. However, these are for occasional off road and commuting. So cheap I don't mind dinging them if I run them too low. If I find I love it, I'll definitely be getting some nicer (read lighter) ones. Learning the limits on these is the plan
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 01 March, 2017, 05:33:59 pm
Dr M, thanks for your earlier note.

Those wheels look really good value, but I suspect I'd need to pop them in the stand and sort them out before riding them. Anyone have any experience of Planet X hand builts - I'm extrapolating from another hand builder of cheap wheels?

CL, they do look a bit heavy, but they're cheap. Value choice I suppose. I didn't think you were that big! I've got loads of tubeless tape (200m) if you need a couple of wraps.

Mike

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 01 March, 2017, 09:27:15 pm
They are true, and no obviously slack spokes. We'll see how they are in a month, and I'll take coffee and cake to my LBS and smile sweetly. They are cool with me getting a tide me over bike - they've had the majority of my disposable income for the last 5 years.

However, the are noticeably heavy compared to the grails and whatever spokes my LBS used (only 24 on them vs 32 on the PX wheels). Still, I'm thinking of trying to get around Gisburn red route on it - best I find out that's stupid on cheap wheels. I'm sure they'll need a once over after that.

I do think if you are going to have a nice on and off road in one bike, two sets of wheels does make sense. I've popped some discs on, and have ordered a spare cassette and chain, so the only faff is mudguard removal for when it's grotty - and they it'd have to be really grotty - there's a huge amount of clearance between the 35mm clements and the guards set up for the 35mm bon jons - they are huge in comparison.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 04 March, 2017, 09:35:26 pm
(https://scontent-lht6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/14589915_10154568237213399_282996509809861694_o.jpg?oh=ce6c00b0f546ab96ddadd2f0c1d13a0b&oe=59370AC5)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 March, 2017, 10:07:08 pm
I like that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 05 March, 2017, 04:30:17 pm
Quote from: cycleman on 07 February, 2017, 07:48:55 pm
a new trike for mrs cycleman .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/416/32639783571_8e82d1a9a3_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RJgqva)liz and new trike feb 2017 002 (https://flic.kr/p/RJgqva) by cycleman108 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/28688525@N08/), on Flickr

a sun ez 3  :)
Just seen this. Very Splendid  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 05 March, 2017, 07:07:40 pm
it is as all trikes of this wheel configuration interesting to ride   :) . it is to heavy to tour on though at least with my legs fitted  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 12 March, 2017, 06:43:33 pm
Should have been here

I've had this Kinesis Aithein frame and groupset setting in the shed for quite a long time - the weight limit was intended to be motivational and I am now light enough to actually ride it. I have a different set of rims also, waiting on a chance to build them up.

Mike

(https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/aithein-2-of-8.jpg)

Slideshow

https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/03/12/kinesis-aithein/#jp-carousel-110https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/aithein-2-of-8.jpg (https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/03/12/kinesis-aithein/#jp-carousel-110https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/aithein-2-of-8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 12 March, 2017, 06:51:50 pm
Fancy bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 12 March, 2017, 07:02:13 pm
Looking good. What are the chainring sizes, out of interest?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 13 March, 2017, 07:16:03 am
Thanks Paul. Did 15 miles on it late last night and it rides nicely, as you'd hope.

Samuel, the chainset came as a 52/38, but I've swapped the inner for a 36 for the moment. Given my proximity to the Yorkshire dales and moors, low gears are a good thing.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 14 March, 2017, 11:51:44 pm
The Peugeot returning to its roots.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3678/33062835620_5f719b9f0a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SnDF91)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 15 March, 2017, 08:56:42 am
I like that quite a lot. Forks are not original?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 15 March, 2017, 12:26:36 pm
Quote from: Deano on 14 March, 2017, 11:51:44 pm
The Peugeot returning to its roots.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3678/33062835620_5f719b9f0a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SnDF91)

You need to start a blog and get your nips out - you could be the next Ultraromance  on that

https://www.instagram.com/ultraromance/?hl=en
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 25 March, 2017, 07:26:06 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/orbea_zpsg9kwgck5.jpg)

Whoops. How did that happen...   ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 25 March, 2017, 11:06:22 pm
Quote from: Deano on 14 March, 2017, 11:51:44 pm
The Peugeot returning to its roots.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3678/33062835620_5f719b9f0a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SnDF91)

I like that a lot.

I'm tempted to do that to my Saracen.  Are those the Tektro V-Brake levers?

...and what the hell sized chainrings do you have up front?  That's the smallest granny-ring I ever saw
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 26 March, 2017, 12:17:23 am
Quote from: Wobbly John on 25 March, 2017, 07:26:06 pm
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/wobblyjohn/orbea_zpsg9kwgck5.jpg)

Whoops. How did that happen...   ::-)

Butbutbutbut . . . Where's the hinge in the middle? There's no castors! Or paddles. And it isn't made of wood . . .  :o

Who are you and what have you done with the real Wobbly John?  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 26 March, 2017, 11:19:02 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 15 March, 2017, 08:56:42 am
I like that quite a lot. Forks are not original?

Kona P2s. Wow, top geekery! Well spotted. The downtube shifters and seat tube were also fitted/replaced by a local framebuilder, so there's not much left of the original Peugeot Dakar.

Quote from: LEE on 25 March, 2017, 11:06:22 pm
I like that a lot.

I'm tempted to do that to my Saracen.  Are those the Tektro V-Brake levers?

...and what the hell sized chainrings do you have up front?  That's the smallest granny-ring I ever saw

Cheers LEE! It's a classic touring 46-36-22 setup. The downshift is a bugger, and occasionally I do have to boot the chain into its rightful place. And they are the Tektro jobbies, 20,000 miles and still going strong apart from the rubber hoods which rotted off yonks ago, so I've just wrapped bar tape around them.

Quote from: DrMekon on 15 March, 2017, 12:26:36 pm

You need to start a blog and get your nips out - you could be the next Ultraromance  on that

https://www.instagram.com/ultraromance/?hl=en

BTDTGTTS....

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7186/7131208143_0fbd68079a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/bSaiJx)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: D.A.L.E. on 27 March, 2017, 12:21:05 am
Quote from: DrMekon on 15 March, 2017, 12:26:36 pm

You need to start a blog and get your nips out - you could be the next Ultraromance  on that

https://www.instagram.com/ultraromance/?hl=en
(http://theradavist.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Bene-1-1335x889.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: amedias on 29 March, 2017, 06:14:34 pm
Current audax machines below:

Singular Osprey which I absolutely love and use for most things, it's supremely comfy, and deceptively fast! I'm running 28s under the guards but could probably squeeze 30 or 32s with wider guards. Only changes to pic are it's got a SP hub on the front now and using an old Suntour VX rear derailleur instead of the Ultegra one in the pic after it 'migrated' to my wife's bike to enable use of a bigger cassette for her.

(http://morag.notdot.org/photos/Singular.JPG)

The Bianchi blue Mercian is my second option, a bit heavier, 32/35mm tyres, slightly different gearing, just as comfy as the Singular but not quite as sprightly. I tend to use when exploring new routes at slower pace or if I know the roads are going to be particularly awful. Frame came from here 2nd hand an despite looking tiny it has a very low BB which drops the whole bike (hence short HT) and it is just as long as the purple Merican below and longer in the TT than the Singular above!

(http://morag.notdot.org/photos/Mercian2.JPG)

The purple Mercian is SS and used for shorter rides and some club runs/exploring rides, it actually has laods of clearance but a poor choice of narrow guards is currently limiting it to 'big 23s/small 25s' and until I get round to changing the guards it'll stay that way. It does currently have a dynamo and Edelux on it too though but they were fitted after the pic.

(http://morag.notdot.org/photos/Mercian1.JPG)

I have a lovely Bontrager Road-Lite too for fair weather use but it's currently in bits pending a rebuild!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 29 March, 2017, 08:05:18 pm
All three are nice bikes and I like the way for each bike you've shown us the same table in a different state.  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 29 March, 2017, 09:38:58 pm
I'm new here, not the best photo, but here's my main steed, an 8 year-old racing green Hewitt Cheviot SE, it's just had new DT Swiss TK540 rims (had the same on before, but wore them out in 3 years, as my commute involves quite a hill...) and a Hope RS4 rear hub (replacing a cracked Hope Pro 3). Has 10 speed Campag shifters and a 9 speed Shimano XT/SLX groupset, it works.

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_7630_zpsq53pjywb.jpg)

When new it looked like this, I've changed a few things around since then:

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/210309_0135.jpg)


I also have a racing green Brompton M6R-X on order (with -12% gearing), which I should be getting in a few weeks, will post a photo!





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 29 March, 2017, 10:12:21 pm
Nice.  My Hewitt Cheviot SE (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=43667.msg1035145#msg1035145) is not yet 6 years old.  Wow, time flies!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 29 March, 2017, 10:15:30 pm
Proper bikes, those.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 29 March, 2017, 10:50:07 pm
Quote from: Kim on 29 March, 2017, 10:15:30 pm
Proper bikes, those.   :thumbsup:

Thanks, I've been very pleased with it, it's super comfy to ride and just seems to eat up the miles on a long tour. Paintwork still looks almost like new,except a few places where I dinged it (but still no rust!). Still on the original SON dynohub, but had to get it serviced about 4 years ago, think it was still under warranty, though! :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 29 March, 2017, 11:06:53 pm
Good choice of bike, I've been lovin mine since 2003
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg82350#msg82350

Though it looks a little different now
https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=17.msg2121478#msg2121478
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: amedias on 31 March, 2017, 03:33:02 pm
Quote
All three are nice bikes and I like the way for each bike you've shown us the same table in a different state.  :)

They were actually all pictures of our table from the family photo album, I just had to search for ones that happened to have the bikes in them ;-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 04 April, 2017, 08:26:28 pm
(http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac41/yostumpy/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20170401_10_20_18_Pro_zps9sjfcnea.jpg) (http://s884.photobucket.com/user/yostumpy/media/cycling/OLIVE/WP_20170401_10_20_18_Pro_zps9sjfcnea.jpg.html)

Here's 'Olive'  out on a little spring jolly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 08 April, 2017, 05:17:14 pm
My new steed, Racing Green Bromton M6R-X (with -12% gearing), just picked this up today, though the lights aren't fully setup yet (I had to drop my Hewitt Cheviot SE off for a repair, so collected this before it was fully ready so that I have something to ride in the meantime). A little brother/sister for my Hewitt.

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170408_151323_zpsunuqnxy1.jpg)

Couldn't resist putting my favourite lights and dynamo on it (on the rear will go a 50mm B&M Toplight Line Plus https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/lighting/busch-muller-toplight-line-plus-rear-dynamo-light/ (https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/lighting/busch-muller-toplight-line-plus-rear-dynamo-light/)):

Anodised Silver Schmit Edelux II:

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170408_151456_zpslmi03aj8.jpg)

Son XS "Classic" dynohub:

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170408_151507_zpsta1wetkh.jpg)

Saddle is temporary (standard Brompton), will probably get either a rust cambium Brooks C17, a honey or brown B17 (maybe Ti...) or a Gilles Berthoud Aravis or Aspin, like on my Hewitt touring bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 08 April, 2017, 06:35:15 pm
 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 09 April, 2017, 09:53:40 am
A recent buy on the bay.  Said to be "from the collection of Peter Gordon" who was a successful racer in the 60s and early 70s - was Nat Amateur Road Champ in 64 and was selected for the Tokyo Olympics in that year.  He sadly died last November.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/141591263@N05/P4tM15

A very tidy bike overall but I couldn't resist pulling it to bits.  The components are all pretty good and appear to just about match the original spec (I have catalogue from 1990 where it appears).  Chrome is in v good order.  The paintwork is well marked and feels a bit "thin" if you understand me, and the decals feel prominent as though never varnished over.  I definitely feel a respray coming on - perhaps in the rather fetching pink as shown in the brochure.  I find its current paint job ("Creation G") a wee bit "G for gaudy"!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 April, 2017, 10:08:22 am
Sounds like an interesting bike but "andyesse hasn't made any photos public yet."
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 09 April, 2017, 10:44:09 am
Quote from: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
A reintroduction to old friends:

Blue the 1980? Carlton (Corsa?).
 



Whsh the 1981 Woodrup (Giro?)




Close up of Whsh's lovely cluster




Reg the 1951 Rudge Pathfinder




Romeo the 1980s Rudge Bi-Frame




And my tourer/commuter/workhorse/fun bike:  Swiftsure the 1996 Orbit Silver medal



Just been on Page 1 - A lovely collection :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 09 April, 2017, 03:15:25 pm
I think andyesse has succeeded in making his pics pblic!  Whadya think?

https://www.flickr.com/gp/141591263@N05/P4tM15
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 09 April, 2017, 04:25:54 pm
We have a winner!

The Shimano Sante group looks in good nick too. The powdercoat finish can get damaged fairly easily but functionally it is equal to Ultegra.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 10 April, 2017, 08:18:07 am
Yes,we do have a winner - of a slow bicycle race!  Thanks LW&B.  The Sante group is in pretty good order - the usual small scars on the brake levers and new hoods needed but other than that OK.  And the original biopace rings have been replace by round ones which suits me actually. Also a Campag BB has found its way onboard at some time but no complaints there either.  The pedals are not original either, they seem a bit clunky MTB type (apologies to MTB riders).  Will probably change for original Shimano "Look 6401s" if I can source a good pair at reasonable price, or there are modern white Shimano versions which wouldset off the Sante set.

Updates will be posted.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: clarion on 10 April, 2017, 04:25:04 pm
Quote from: windy on 09 April, 2017, 10:44:09 am
Quote from: clarion on 28 March, 2008, 09:19:36 am
A reintroduction to old friends:

Blue the 1980? Carlton (Corsa?).
 



Whsh the 1981 Woodrup (Giro?)




Close up of Whsh's lovely cluster




Reg the 1951 Rudge Pathfinder




Romeo the 1980s Rudge Bi-Frame




And my tourer/commuter/workhorse/fun bike:  Swiftsure the 1996 Orbit Silver medal



Just been on Page 1 - A lovely collection :)

:(

So...

Blue went to TGL, but he didn't ride it much, and it ended up being a bit neglected.  Needs 'refreshing'.  I used him as a station bike for a while when I was working in Bexley, but sidepull brakes don't suit me very well.  Will get a respray & rebuild with subtle dps.

Whsh is still 'for best', but, what with bairns, lack of fitness etc, I don't think she's turned a wheel for over a year :'(

Reg turned out to be too small for me, and was passed on to Butterfly as her first (and, so far, only) fixed :thumbsup:

Romeo was sold on when we were short of space.  Kinda miss his quirky ways.

Swiftsure was...sob...sob...murdered by some badly designed and maintqained street furniture :'( :'( :'(  I've only just been able to scrap the frame.  Swiftsure has not really been replaced.



However, it's not all bad!  I now have Ilya the three-speed fixed Ridgeback Solo, a Ridgeback Romany 'interim tourer' (which has proved hard to dislike - despite the *gasp* non-Reynolds tubing :o - and covered many happy miles in the last few years), and 'Bob' the Bob Jackson fixed, built by the marvellous John's Bikes of Middleton.

Most miles go onto the two Ridgebacks, just from practicality.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 10 April, 2017, 06:22:06 pm
Frame respray is back from Bob Jackson, and looking rather lovely:

https://goo.gl/photos/RKua7ibaVsyQYinKA

Itching to get it built up again but should probably let the paint cure for a couple​ of weeks...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 11 April, 2017, 07:17:28 am
That does look promising, Jakob. Is that a frame you’ve had for a while?

Nice to see the return of Olive too, upthread. She made it through winter.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 11 April, 2017, 09:03:42 am
Yes; it's a frame I bought from Brucey OTP a couple of years ago. As far as I know it's a 1980s Eclipse 'Routier' in 531ST. It's slightly short in the top tube for me (58cm on a 62cm frame), necessitating a very long stem, but it rides so nicely I reckoned it was worth spending the money to replace the very tired paint.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 11 April, 2017, 01:13:54 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 11 April, 2017, 07:17:28 am


Nice to see the return of Olive too, upthread. She made it through winter.

Hi, yes she did, now with campag veloce bb,crankset,front / rear mech, new H+ son tb14 rims, disc son28 dyno, new shimano rear hub., and of course the good old shwalbe spicers, now a gnats whisker off 4000km,each. All the above Campag kit, and tyres came off Blodwyn RIP. Not much of the original bike there at all now. :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 April, 2017, 03:49:49 pm
Quote from: Jakob W on 11 April, 2017, 09:03:42 am
Yes; it's a frame I bought from Brucey OTP a couple of years ago. As far as I know it's a 1980s Eclipse 'Routier' in 531ST. It's slightly short in the top tube for me (58cm on a 62cm frame), necessitating a very long stem, but it rides so nicely I reckoned it was worth spending the money to replace the very tired paint.

A bit like the frame I got from Torslanda, it always feels a bit small when I get on it having ridden my other bike but I soon readjust and it rides beautifully.  Plus, it's been comfy enough on rides up 70ish miles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 11 April, 2017, 04:52:45 pm
My Allegro frame (see above) has gone off for refinishing.  I've chosen powder coat for it, mainly due to cost of respray is a bit beyond my means... Colorcote Norfolk are doing the work for £50, and it's the full works despite the excellent cost.  I used them last year for a Revell Rapide (now sold to a very happy chappy) and their work was amazing.  They do a lot of jobs for Lotus Cars who are near them, so they're well thought of.  You may inspect the colour here:

https://www.flickr.com/gp/141591263@N05/vR5N01

It's the big blue blob...Pantone 312c...just for the main tubes because the chrome is in such good order.
Title: Re: Members' bikes - Caveat Emptor!
Post by: chickendrumsticks on 15 April, 2017, 11:17:04 am
So, before leaving the Allegro frame with the powder coater I had a peer down the tube to spot the helical reinforcements that are a feature of Columbus SLX...but there are none.  So if not SLX therefore not a "76 Champion du Monde", what the hell had I bought?

Browsing the 1990 catalogue again I find a model "78A Prestige" which looks exactly like the SLX tubed model - complete with chrome rear triangle and forks and with a near identical spec - but it's made of Columbus Aelle 8/10 which of course is plain gauge Carbon Manganese alloy and weighs in around 380gm more per set than SLX.  I think therefore this is what I have.  I'm not bothered by the extra weight (i could lose a bit of belly after all!) but I guess I should have asked more questions as to why the Columbus decals were absent...
https://www.flickr.com/gp/141591263@N05/rM235u


And the refurb is still going ahead so will keep posting as it progresses.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 15 April, 2017, 07:34:40 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/IMG_20170415_192003-e1492280600427.jpg)

A neglected Dahon Boardwalk that i resurrected and added some things too. It can do long distances, i have found. Provided i learn to ride it a bit more relaxed than my big wheel bikes. And the foam on the handlebars needs to go.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trumpet on 15 April, 2017, 08:15:37 pm
Quote from: ijsbrand on 15 April, 2017, 07:34:40 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/IMG_20170415_192003-e1492280600427.jpg)

A neglected Dahon Boardwalk that i resurrected and added some things too. It can do long distances, i have found. Provided i learn to ride it a bit more relaxed than my big wheel bikes. And the foam on the handlebars needs to go.

Interesting looking saddle.. A modified Brooks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 15 April, 2017, 08:23:22 pm
A Brooks B17 clone rather. A Gyes GS - 17ACU, though this one was sold as an M-Wave saddle. It is of a better quality than a B17, but its nose is a bit wider, and the leather is not as slippery.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Salvatore on 17 April, 2017, 08:33:43 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2919/34048853516_4cb122d1ab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TSMgUy)

First >1km ride yesterday. The frame was surplus to the requirements of a generous neighbour. The rest is stuff which was lying about in my garage, except for the front brake cable (£1.99 from Decathlon). A bit of Campag Centaur 10-speed c. 2005, Shimano 9-speed, Stronglight, & Mavic wheels which I used on PBP 2003. The lightest bike I've ever ridden, and more comfy than I expected.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 29 April, 2017, 08:39:29 pm
The Criterium is dead, Long live the Criterium ;D

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4188/33503593504_975680b497_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T3AF6S)new_crit (https://flic.kr/p/T3AF6S) by Marcus Coupe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/128819129@N06/), on Flickr

The frame is a slightly later Criterium 12 but the dimensions are pretty much identical, to the extent that I could even move the same cables and outers over. The only real difference is that the fork crown is a bit closer to the tyre, so I've had to put a thinner tyre on. Oh, and it's blue of course.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 29 April, 2017, 09:40:48 pm
Maybe you could re-use the old fork from your red one? (I can’t remember why you replaced that frame.) With or without new paint.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 29 April, 2017, 09:42:13 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 29 April, 2017, 09:40:48 pm
Maybe you could re-use the old fork from your red one? (I can’t remember why you replaced that frame.) With or without new paint.

It's something I'm considering. The frame broke at the rear drop out, and the old fork is chrome so it would be a simple swap.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 02 May, 2017, 08:23:59 pm
Yebbut red is faster than blue so I reckon you'd be forever pulling wheelies.

Nice setting for the photo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 02 May, 2017, 08:56:27 pm
Also from the department of location, location, location:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/electric_trike/2017_04_30_15_12_00.sized.jpg)

(I'd left my Mennekes to XLR cable in my other trousers  ;))
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 02 May, 2017, 09:27:12 pm
He telephoned me in 1998 to talk about the frame size. My hero.

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/cliplesspedals/Bikes/20151015_172244_zpsn6b3ject.jpg)]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 02 May, 2017, 09:32:41 pm
Quote from: Kim on 02 May, 2017, 08:56:27 pm
Also from the department of location, location, location:

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/electric_trike/2017_04_30_15_12_00.sized.jpg)

(I'd left my Mennekes to XLR cable in my other trousers  ;))

Kim wins the Internet.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 02 May, 2017, 11:59:02 pm
Some of you saw this in the plastic at Deano's most excellent Brevet Unpopulaire last Saturday and it created some interest, mostly I suspect due to its colour.

The frame is a Workswell WCB-R-125 carbon frame, which I ordered direct from the factory in China. The colour was chosen by me (pantone 130), although I didn't expect them to paint the seatpost as well. This is a large (they go up to XL) frame and has 72.5 degree head and seat angles with a 50mm offset fork. Clearance is up to 2.1 inch 650b tyres (Schwalbe Thunder Burt) or 40mm 700C and I built it up with bits from a couple of other bikes. Brakes are TRP Hy-RD with 160mm rotors mounted with flat mount adaptors and it's got 10 speed Ultegra sti's, a 9 speed XT rear mech and a 50/34 105 chainset with an 11-36 cassette. Wheels are Pacenti TL28 rim and through axle Aivee MT5 (or 2) hub with 32 Sapim race - these were from Superstar for less than I can buy the parts, but I'll probably need to true and tension at some point.

Built up like this it weighs 22lbs and with a pair of 700c wheels and light 33mm cross tyres it's down to 21lbs exactly.

The first ride was Dean's event - I bought a brake cable on the way over having finished putting it together at just after 2am. All that told, it performed superbly being very comfortable and feeling efficient on the flat and climbing and being a superb descender. The tarmac descent after leaving the Lion was a revelation - stable, adjustable and with confidence inspiring braking. The frame just kept everything together with no rattles or anything.

After returning, the indexing was out, but I sorted that on Sunday after giving it a bit of a wash.

Overall a really good start and thanks to Dr Mekon for the inspiration with his BBB.

Pics below

Mike

Edited to add:

1. I didn't expect the rack or guard mounts (non on the fork blades though) which are a nice surprise
2. I've got a pair of Pacenti sl25 rims - built up with 28mm Schwalbe Ones, these would probably get the weight down another half pound at least - not bad for a big old gravel bike
3. I was really impressed how much punishment it absorbed whilst I chased mds101 around the trails on Saturday without any complaint
4. Pictured on tame gravel for obvious reasons;)
(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764866.SEQ.0.jpg)

(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764866.SEQ.1.jpg)

(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764867.SEQ.2.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 03 May, 2017, 01:50:44 am
Quote from: Pip on 02 May, 2017, 09:27:12 pm
He telephoned me in 1998 to talk about the frame size. My hero.
Who did? Stephen Roche?

What's the story?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 07:44:31 am
Yes Paul, Stephen Roche.
The frame is one of 87 Special Edition Columbus EL OS tubing.

The drama of his ride up to La Plagne in 1987 is what hooked me good and proper.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 03 May, 2017, 12:51:03 pm
That's proper customer service.

How does it ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 01:17:24 pm
Speedwise it is about 4% slower than carbon. Otherwise very smooth, benefits from having 25mm tyres, only put the Zipps on briefly to tease a couple of retro friends...normally ride it with Ultegra wheels. It was my 40th birthday present, and 20 years on I realise how lucky I am to have it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 03 May, 2017, 02:43:38 pm
Quote from: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 01:17:24 pm
... only put the Zipps on briefly to tease a couple of retro friends...
Phew. I nearly mentioned them, but thought better of it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 May, 2017, 02:45:00 pm
Quote from: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 01:17:24 pm
Speedwise it is about 4% slower than carbon.

Why is that? Is this with the same tyres?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 04:43:36 pm
Samuel, it must be something to do with weight. The steel is about 1500 gms or 3.5 lbs heavier than the carbon. I have the same Michelin tyres on all my bikes.
 
By analysing Strava segments, it is clear that the times are a tad quicker on carbon compared to titanium and steel when measured up a hill, e.g Muswell Hill; Mont Ventoux or anything in between. Same goes for long rolling segments ridden solo. The time differences are consistent over about 5 years of comparison.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 03 May, 2017, 05:23:55 pm
Quote from: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 01:17:24 pm
It was my 40th birthday present, and 20 years on I realise how lucky I am to have it.

Great  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 May, 2017, 05:38:37 pm
Thanks, Pip. That’s an interesting observation about speed. The 1.5 kg difference shouldn’t add up to a 4% speed difference even on a non-stop steep hill (unless 1.5 kg represents 4% of your all-up weight). But you have data on your side so I certainly believe you. Perhaps the steel frame flexes in a way that slows you down, contrary to the planing school of thought (https://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/11/23/what-is-planing/).

Perhaps the different wheels make a significant aero difference too.

Intriguing!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pip on 03 May, 2017, 07:30:01 pm
Could also be psychological. It's heavier....so I'm going to go slower  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 May, 2017, 07:35:22 pm
I am certain that would be psychologically offset by the Stephen Roche logotype.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 May, 2017, 10:24:23 pm
Sojournermike: is that basically a copy of the 3T Exploro? Would you mind divulging how much it cost? Yellow’s a great colour for a bicycle! Or any vehicle. I still miss my yellow Vespa GTS.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 04 May, 2017, 10:24:09 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 03 May, 2017, 10:24:23 pm
Sojournermike: is that basically a copy of the 3T Exploro? Would you mind divulging how much it cost? Yellow’s a great colour for a bicycle! Or any vehicle. I still miss my yellow Vespa GTS.

Actually, I think it's basically an Open UP copy - chainstays are 420mm rather than 415mm (sad level of detail, I know), although I didn't know either the Open UP or the Exploro existed when I found the frame. I just thought the geometry and clearance was what I was looking for. It rides really well, so I'm happy.

I'll drop you a pm.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 05 May, 2017, 10:40:42 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 29 April, 2017, 08:39:29 pm
The Criterium is dead, Long live the Criterium ;D

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4188/33503593504_975680b497_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T3AF6S)new_crit (https://flic.kr/p/T3AF6S) by Marcus Coupe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/128819129@N06/), on Flickr

The frame is a slightly later Criterium 12 but the dimensions are pretty much identical, to the extent that I could even move the same cables and outers over. The only real difference is that the fork crown is a bit closer to the tyre, so I've had to put a thinner tyre on. Oh, and it's blue of course.

So nice, that that man's got the Horn.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 07 May, 2017, 09:29:27 pm
My Brompton M6R-X has received it's first upgrade, I've replaced the stock saddle (which I found very uncomfortable) with a honey Brooks B17, in fact I treated myself to a titanium-railed one, as I got a good deal on it:

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170507_174227_zpswozokcz0.jpg)

The saddle is currently more nose-up than I would usually have it, am just having it like this whilst it's breaking in, so that the dimples from my sit bones don't form too far forward due to me sliding to the front of the saddle.

Next improvement will be to add some biocork Ergon GP1 grips, if I can get them to fit on the new-style 2017 M-bars
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 16 May, 2017, 10:12:44 pm
(https://goo.gl/photos/LW4d12WrQsJrDmiJ8)

Eclipse finally built up; just needs the gears fettling a little on the stand and the bars taping.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 17 May, 2017, 11:02:30 am
Fleet update.

Genesis Equilibrium with added lightness. Recently converted to a compact chain set and 10 speed 105 groupset

(http://i.imgur.com/JkLxlh1.jpg)


New build Genesis Croix de Fer in touring mode with triple groupset nicked off above Equilibrium (plus some new trp spyres)

(http://i.imgur.com/Q2MLJpD.jpg)

And poor old Trek commuter looking a bit tatty but reliable as ever (brooks saddle is now the one on the cdf, it's currently got a charge spoon fitted)

(http://i.imgur.com/869t9lg.jpg)


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 May, 2017, 12:08:34 pm
I'm not showing you my bikes if that's your idea of tatty.  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: trekker12 on 17 May, 2017, 12:30:35 pm
Actually apart from the mud caked BB that picture shows it reasonably well. Close up the paint is fairly scratched (note the large flaked off piece at the top of the left fork) and the wheels have seen better days. It's getting a 9spd Sora groupset with old style 105 levers off Mrs trekkers tourer - she decided she didn't like the cables out the side in the way of the bar bag so I've just fitted a new style Tiagra set.

I've always liked it as a bike, it rides well, is quite comfy and covers ground quickly - especially with the saddle bag removed. It only got demoted to commuter because the Equilibrium arrived.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 20 May, 2017, 04:11:32 pm
Courtesy of John's Most Excellent Bikes Wheel Supply Division, I now have a single speed Pompetamine

(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Wsu4LhBByRU/WSBbzJ4HFOI/AAAAAAABA_Y/L65bVNbjJ6E2usTtUWOW6SfM9OyEAYwmACKgB/s1600/IMG_20170520_154209.jpg)

This may yet be sold, offers invited.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 21 May, 2017, 08:54:38 pm
Looks particularly fab.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 24 May, 2017, 09:50:07 am


Quote from: sojournermike on 02 May, 2017, 11:59:02 pm
Some of you saw this in the plastic at Deano's most excellent Brevet Unpopulaire.........

(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764867.SEQ.2.jpg)

Really rather lovely bike, that! Stylish colour, too.

I can see that you (as Mekon does) like a "roadie front end" with low bars. The square seat post worries me a little, I'll confess. All fine if your position is perfect, but if you want to swap seat post for more/less playback, or if you prefer an alloy post?

Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: DrMekon on 24 May, 2017, 12:12:17 pm
I still need to let you have a play on the bish bash bosh. Must say, I though Mike's bike looked ace. It looked like it has more off-road potential than mine. I think really that the biggest chunky tyres I could get in would be Steliacooms

https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/components/tires/700c/compass-700c-x-38-steilacoom/

I still lust after a space chicken - if they get cheaper I will find it very difficult to resist.

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOSPCFOR127/on-one-space-chicken-sram-force-1-monster-gravel-bike-275-wheels
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 25 May, 2017, 01:41:24 pm
Quote from: DrMekon on 24 May, 2017, 12:12:17 pm
I still need to let you have a play on the bish bash bosh. Must say, I though Mike's bike looked ace. It looked like it has more off-road potential than mine. I think really that the biggest chunky tyres I could get in would be Steliacooms

https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/components/tires/700c/compass-700c-x-38-steilacoom/

I still lust after a space chicken - if they get cheaper I will find it very difficult to resist.

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOSPCFOR127/on-one-space-chicken-sram-force-1-monster-gravel-bike-275-wheels

Spacechicken frame is now down to 699, with very similar geometry to mine and no front mech capacity. Not sure who makes it for them.

Sometime you should both have a go on mine - given how close you are it can't be that hard to organise - and I'll take you up on the coffee as well, Dr M.

I had wondered about organising a group buy. Not that I need another, but I suspect that they'd manage a very fair price for 5 or more frames. The colour of mine is Pantone 130C.

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 25 May, 2017, 02:28:49 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/westywagen/20170507_152132_zpsdxu5ofpe.jpg)

Latest bike to work scheme purchase.

10th anniversary Airnimal chameleon  X set up as a fixed with an eno hub

Subtlety tweaked since it appeared in the fixed wheel thread with brooks cambium, esi orange bar tape, mks quick detach pedals, and a 105 front caliper wirh a q-r (which the supplied campag chorus didn't have as the front wheel comes out when folded...)

It now also has a Carradice super c sadflebag and bagman expedition

Am loving it :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 25 May, 2017, 08:07:03 pm
That's lovely that is.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 25 May, 2017, 11:17:53 pm
Quote from: closetleftie on 24 May, 2017, 09:50:07 am


Quote from: sojournermike on 02 May, 2017, 11:59:02 pm
Some of you saw this in the plastic at Deano's most excellent Brevet Unpopulaire.........

(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764867.SEQ.2.jpg)

Really rather lovely bike, that! Stylish colour, too.

I can see that you (as Mekon does) like a "roadie front end" with low bars. The square seat post worries me a little, I'll confess. All fine if your position is perfect, but if you want to swap seat post for more/less playback, or if you prefer an alloy post?

Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

Thought it might be useful to add a couple of notes.

The bars, at 44cm across the hoods, are wider and slightly higher and closer than on my road bike. But yes, the position is still more road than many. The road front end extends to the geometry with the 72,5 head angle and 50mm of offset giving very road like trail even with the big tyres. As a consequence the bike is a delight to ride on and off road with the 2.1 650b's or with 32mm 700c tyres. It also descends superbly with the combination of good steering and big tyres making for a very secure and adjustable feeling bike.

The seat angle is also 72.5 and the post seems to have about 20mm of setback, though I've not measured it. I've got plenty of movement available with a spa aide. A modern saddle might be less able to slide forwards, but I think most people could get comfy with the right saddle.

Let me know if you want a go on it

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: closetleftie on 26 May, 2017, 09:16:02 am
Thanks Mekon & Mike! Unfortunately I've still got gert big metal hoops pinned to my leg, so I'll scratch your lovely carbon. Coffee sounds ace though. When?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 02 June, 2017, 09:55:10 pm
(https://scontent-lht6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/18422815_10155285520468399_7782414753007282745_o.jpg?oh=93f50d5edff9331a0aa7fcf7b403a128&oe=599BD953)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 03 June, 2017, 08:39:02 am
Lovely, lovely, lovely bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 June, 2017, 10:13:27 am
Ooh. You can’t just leave that picture there with no info about the bicycle. Three questions for you:
It’s pretty, for sure. (Better seen by opening the image in a new tab to see it larger.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 03 June, 2017, 10:28:35 am
What a lovely Claud Butler :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 03 June, 2017, 01:49:23 pm
Finally got around to fitting Ergon Biocork GP1-S grips to my Brompton, ended up having to hacksaw about 5mm off the end of them to get them to fit properly, but all good now. They don't interfere with the fold at all.

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170603_130056%20-%20Copy_zpsk5jsdpje.jpg)

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170603_130155_zpsagfbgppp.jpg)

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170603_130253_zpsbnb4vifw.jpg)

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170603_130407_zpsi0ga6jgt.jpg)

(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/Bike/IMG_20170603_130548_zpsfvypvlox.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 June, 2017, 03:03:11 pm
Be interested to hear how you get on with those.
I have Ergon GP2 on mine and they have the tendency to get a bit 'sticky' after a bit of use.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 03 June, 2017, 04:39:32 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 03 June, 2017, 03:03:11 pm
Be interested to hear how you get on with those.
I have Ergon GP2 on mine and they have the tendency to get a bit 'sticky' after a bit of use.

That was one of the reasons I went for the Biocork version, which are meant to be a little bit less sweaty, but we shall see. Also thought they'd be a better match for my honey Brooks :-)

Pity they don't do the GP2s in Biocork, I wouldn't mind the short bar ends they have
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 03 June, 2017, 09:55:36 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 03 June, 2017, 10:13:27 am
Ooh. You can’t just leave that picture there with no info about the bicycle. Three questions for you:
  • What’s the rear hub?
  • What brakes and rim size? I see the pads are at the very top of the slots.
  • How are you holding the bottles?
It’s pretty, for sure. (Better seen by opening the image in a new tab to see it larger.)

Rear hub Sturmey Archer 4 speed

Rims are concave weinman 700c, the bike would have had 26" originally so that's why the pads are at the top of slot.

I have elite Eroica double bottle holders.

The frame numbers give a date of 1939.

The bike was in an awful state when I bought it and was fitted with non original cheap parts, I love riding her as she is now but will never finish tweaking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 04 June, 2017, 01:46:49 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 03 June, 2017, 04:39:32 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 03 June, 2017, 03:03:11 pm
Be interested to hear how you get on with those.
I have Ergon GP2 on mine and they have the tendency to get a bit 'sticky' after a bit of use.

That was one of the reasons I went for the Biocork version, which are meant to be a little bit less sweaty, but we shall see. Also thought they'd be a better match for my honey Brooks :-)

Pity they don't do the GP2s in Biocork, I wouldn't mind the short bar ends they have

That immediately makes me wonder whether I could dismantle my GP2s and molish the bar ends to   Biocork grips..... *Goes off to find 4mm Allen Key*

Having done some investigative, I'm certain that is do-able.

*Ahem*
http://tinyurl.com/yb597mer
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 04 June, 2017, 08:24:34 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 04 June, 2017, 01:46:49 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 03 June, 2017, 04:39:32 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 03 June, 2017, 03:03:11 pm
Be interested to hear how you get on with those.
I have Ergon GP2 on mine and they have the tendency to get a bit 'sticky' after a bit of use.

That was one of the reasons I went for the Biocork version, which are meant to be a little bit less sweaty, but we shall see. Also thought they'd be a better match for my honey Brooks :-)

Pity they don't do the GP2s in Biocork, I wouldn't mind the short bar ends they have

That immediately makes me wonder whether I could dismantle my GP2s and molish the bar ends to   Biocork grips..... *Goes off to find 4mm Allen Key*

Having done some investigative, I'm certain that is do-able.

*Ahem*
http://tinyurl.com/yb597mer

GP3s are too large for handling the fold nicely IMHO, though you might be able to retrofit GP2 ends onto the Biocork GP3 bars. They won't fit the GP1s, I think
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si S on 05 June, 2017, 08:44:42 am
Didn't the Middleton Velomancer do well:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4263/34297648963_e526b0ab1f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UfLq8e)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 June, 2017, 09:56:31 am
Quote from: Si S on 05 June, 2017, 08:44:42 am
Didn't the Middleton Velomancer do well?


Depends whether anything fell off on the way home!

Apologies for drawing BLUD . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Si S on 05 June, 2017, 10:04:57 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 05 June, 2017, 09:56:31 am
Quote from: Si S on 05 June, 2017, 08:44:42 am
Didn't the Middleton Velomancer do well?


Depends whether anything fell off on the way home!

Apologies for drawing BLUD . . .

All good mate. I managed to persuade the caps to fit by trimming them off at 45 degrees at the back, they only fit as is if the stay is absolutely perfectly central in the hole, the old design is much better IMO.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 07 June, 2017, 08:17:25 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 04 June, 2017, 08:24:34 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 04 June, 2017, 01:46:49 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 03 June, 2017, 04:39:32 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 03 June, 2017, 03:03:11 pm
Be interested to hear how you get on with those.
I have Ergon GP2 on mine and they have the tendency to get a bit 'sticky' after a bit of use.

That was one of the reasons I went for the Biocork version, which are meant to be a little bit less sweaty, but we shall see. Also thought they'd be a better match for my honey Brooks :-)

Pity they don't do the GP2s in Biocork, I wouldn't mind the short bar ends they have

That immediately makes me wonder whether I could dismantle my GP2s and molish the bar ends to   Biocork grips..... *Goes off to find 4mm Allen Key*

Having done some investigative, I'm certain that is do-able.

*Ahem*
http://tinyurl.com/yb597mer

GP3s are too large for handling the fold nicely IMHO, though you might be able to retrofit GP2 ends onto the Biocork GP3 bars. They won't fit the GP1s, I think
These arrived today.
I confess to being somewhat disappointed that the bulk of their material is not cork, but rubber.
No cork is sight at all, in fact.
I'm not sure how that is going to get round the sticky issue - they may well find their way back to Merlin Cycles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 08 June, 2017, 09:59:22 am
Quote from: sojournermike on 02 May, 2017, 11:59:02 pm
(http://www.rangefinderforum.com/rffgallery/gallery/25074/U25074I1493764866.SEQ.0.jpg)

I like the colour; the whole thing has the look of an Open UP, which can't be a bad thing.

I've spent about 2 years considering what I wanted from a gravel bike (read 'non-technical bridleway distance covering bike'). What I did know for sure is 35mm CX tyres are rubbish for anything more than muddy fields.

18 months ago I bought a second hand Singular Gryphon as a bit of a technology demonstrator, and learnt a lot from riding it for a year. The main thing it taught me is (as closetleftie coined upthread) I like a low roadie front end, and like to be able to use the hoods, which flared dirt drops don't really allow.

Ultimately I realised what I wanted was my audax bike position with 2.2 tyres so I could just let it go on offroad descents. So a one-size-smaller-than-I-would-normally-ride 29er F&F was sourced and here's where I am at the moment; similar to your yellow bike Mike, but steel and without having to build myself new sized wheels / buy more tyres etc as I have loads of 29er disc wheels. 25lbs as it is in the picture.

I'm enjoying it a lot at the moment. It has certainly rekindled my interest in Veloviewer explorer tile chasing, as I'm as happy on the road as off it. It might yet make an appearance at Iddu's Salisbury Plain 200 in August. :thumbsup:

(https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/9qpTdRSzvIrNOkoNZk9Gqxy-HcqFHg2mg106Sn8g_MU-2048x1536.jpg)

(https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/q9wlb8vaXRDeWlNtZ_xDDMLwleo3iCpsIrN09Tq2Ong-2048x1536.jpg)

(https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/NGMDKR2tXeYfRRDwiBKaJjBoKY7jeLUuuJS4mEpHQjs-2048x1536.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 June, 2017, 10:13:32 am
Very nice! Is that the Troll (or Ogre – I forget which is which)? I briefly considered one last autumn but wasn't sure about making it work with drops, also the horizontal drop outs could have been a problem as I wanted mudguards. I now think the guards were probably a mistake but hey.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 08 June, 2017, 10:24:55 am
Neither, it's a Karate Monkey, Surly's standard 29er. I liked that it still has a ~72° head angle, unfashionable for modern MTBs but perfect if you want a road bike with 2.2" tyres. :thumbsup:

Others on the shortlist were the Singular Swift (which I had in the past, but they've slackened the head angle on recent models) or the Salsa El Mariarchi (which has a ridiculously short seat tube, a problem if you're 6'2" and buying a medium).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 08 June, 2017, 10:28:29 am
Looks good Paul. :thumbsup:

Quote from: Paul D on 08 June, 2017, 10:24:55 am
Salsa El Mariarchi (which has a ridiculously short seat tube, a problem if you're 6'2" and buying a medium).

It's a very compact frame, for sure.  I'm not quite 5' 11" and I'm using a long Thomson post in a medium frame, and there's not much left in there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 June, 2017, 10:28:39 am
Okay. Looking at your avatar I might be tempted to say the bike has changed since you were a kid, the riding hasn't!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 08 June, 2017, 10:31:08 am
Here's my no-longer-fixed Ti fix:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4261/34937408451_5e9f16d995_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Veimke)
1x10 with a Microshift bar end shifter, 40T N/W ring, 11-36 cassette and Shimano Zee clutch rear mech.  Have also fitted new bars, S/H cranks and running the Panaracer Gravel Kings tubeless at 45 psi.  Cushy. 8)  And yes, I know I need to trim the steerer.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 08 June, 2017, 10:35:30 am
The boy's Frog:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4274/35029081346_3037628c13_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Vnpcuo)
He's got pedals since that photo was taken - yesterday was the first time (after about a month of having a bike with cranks) that he really took to pedalling.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 08 June, 2017, 01:19:53 pm
I found myself standing beside a display of Frog bikes last week.  Molishers of children's bikes have really upped their game in the last few years.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 08 June, 2017, 01:52:02 pm
Quote from: chris n on 08 June, 2017, 10:35:30 am
He's got pedals since that photo was taken - yesterday was the first time (after about a month of having a bike with cranks) that he really took to pedalling.  :thumbsup:
Awesome.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 13 June, 2017, 09:33:37 am
Quote from: chris n on 08 June, 2017, 10:35:30 am
The boy's Frog:

I like that a lot
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 13 June, 2017, 09:00:49 pm
while the tt bike is attached to a turbo i borrowed it's wheels for a road bike. it would also benefit from a -17° stem, whenever i can find a suitable one.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170613/3737c1658d159ac7ad56feaf23493a44.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 13 June, 2017, 09:49:44 pm
Nice wheel alignment.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 June, 2017, 09:55:29 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 13 June, 2017, 09:00:49 pm
while the tt bike is attached to a turbo i borrowed it's wheels for a road bike. it would also benefit from a -17° stem, whenever i can find a suitable one.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170613/3737c1658d159ac7ad56feaf23493a44.jpg)
That's a storming looking bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 18 June, 2017, 09:07:00 pm
The ancient Brooks Professional that bikenerd gave me in 2008, still looking like new after its latest Proofiding.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4247/35349694566_348e51bd2a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VRJqCw)20170618_205039 (https://flic.kr/p/VRJqCw) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 05 August, 2017, 07:54:11 pm
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1959 (according to the Sturmey Archer date stamp) Raleigh Trent Tourist.
A bit of a project.


Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 05 August, 2017, 09:17:44 pm
Quote from: chris n on 08 June, 2017, 10:31:08 am
40T N/W ring, 11-36 cassette and Shimano Zee clutch rear mech. 

I’ve only just noticed this. What is a “clutch” rear mech? Bike looks good. Proper mudguard coverage - are those as-is or have you added flaps?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 05 August, 2017, 10:06:35 pm
Clutch mech has a 'lock' which stops the cage bouncing down and causing chain slap.

The jury's still out...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:06:33 pm
The Holdsworth is finally done, and it's a turquoise greyhound:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4340/36232861792_f1ee2ca846_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XcLTtE)20170806_105406 (https://flic.kr/p/XcLTtE) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

More curly lug porn here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsm25ViSi

Weight is pleasingly low for a bike with a leather saddle, hub gear and no titanium or carbon fibre in sight, at 21 3/4lb without pedals. 

Only remaining issue is that the cable ferrules don't fit the stops terribly well.  I've tried a few types but I think I need some with rounded ends.  The hole in the stop is only big enough for a bare cable, so a "diver's helmet" type isn't right either.  At the moment the cables just have plastic ferrules which at least don't mark the paint.

Some might say it's a horrible mix of old and new parts but it was never supposed to be an authentic build - old parts are generally heavy, expensive and crap.

I'm particularly proud of the 2BA grease nipples, which are entirely decorative, especially as the BB is a UN55 cartridge.  Argos had some vintage ones for which they wanted £40 each, so I bought some new ones from eBay for about two quid and they look perfect.  BA fittings really aren't all that rare!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 06 August, 2017, 12:21:58 pm
Looks very nice - does that swept fork mean you end up with less caster angle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:24:28 pm
Quote from: Ham on 06 August, 2017, 12:21:58 pm
Looks very nice - does that swept fork mean you end up with less caster angle?
That's just the way they used to bend them, with a tight curl instead of a banana shape.  The slightly slacker head angle probably does mean a bit more offset than the usual road racing 43-45mm.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 06 August, 2017, 01:32:57 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:06:33 pm
The Holdsworth is finally done, and it's a turquoise greyhound:

...

Some might say it's a horrible mix of old and new parts but it was never supposed to be an authentic build - old parts are generally heavy, expensive and crap.

The paint looks good. the bend on the forks looks perfect.

There's two things that really spoils it though; the deep section rims and the frame size is too small. Apart from that, the parts don't look too out of place.

And amberwall tyres would look better!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 02:24:20 pm
True, but frame size is 22.5"...if they had proportionally-sized top tubes then I'd need an absurdly short stem.  I have the saddle very high for my height as I used to get knee problems years ago.  95% of inside leg.  And the rims are the only really narrow ones available in 40h for the rear hub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 06 August, 2017, 04:33:16 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:06:33 pm
The Holdsworth is finally done, and it's a turquoise greyhound:

Very nice indeed
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 04:47:45 pm
First impressions, having taken it around the big block (it's going for a proper thrash later):

Two minor faults to correct: headset a teensy bit loose and one of the brake cable housings chatters against the stem on rough roads.  Not much!

Steering is quite slow - can be ridden no-hands easily enough - but it's a little floppy out of the saddle.

Doesn't feel heavy when accelerating.

The gears are just as slick as they should be. 

The brakes are extremely powerful, probably the best braking of any of my bikes.

The tyres are fast so it rolls well enough.

Hill test later.  The acid tests are going to be (a) whether the rear axle slips on the chrome dropouts  and (b) whether the rear brake rubs in climbs.  My other 50s frame has pencil stays and I need to open the rear brake QR, pro-style, before very steep climbs otherwise I can actually feel as well as hear the rear brake dragging - not what you want.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 06 August, 2017, 04:56:33 pm
That’s a fun-looking build. I like the pragmatic approach despite working with a 1951 frame that might be collectible, although I think I would have drawn the line before the bottle mounts.

What are the tyres? They seem to have a raised centre ridge in the photos – not what I associate with fast tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 05:02:05 pm
Vredestein Fortezza TriComp Quattro.  I think they're dual compound.  They are very fast, but you have to be good at speedway-style cornering on wet roundabouts, which is why I don't commute on them any more  ;D

The frame only cost £85; Holdsworths are common as muck and aren't worth much unless fully refurbed, which costs 5x the value of the frame.  Not in the same league as Hetchins. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 06 August, 2017, 05:06:02 pm
Bar tape & paint match perfect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 05:11:50 pm
Lucky find.  Union "Sea Green" Shiny Tape.  I bought a few rolls!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 06 August, 2017, 05:41:32 pm
How about bigger sprockets to reduce the chain tension and therefore axle-slip risk? (You’ve probably thought of this.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 06:44:10 pm
No axle slip but the rear end is like a wet noodle by modern standards.  I'm going to need to slacken the rear brake right off because it rubs terribly if I get out of the saddle and tries to stop me in my tracks.  The wheel is perfectly true but everything is flexing.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 07 August, 2017, 06:44:18 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 05 August, 2017, 09:17:44 pm
Quote from: chris n on 08 June, 2017, 10:31:08 am
40T N/W ring, 11-36 cassette and Shimano Zee clutch rear mech. 

I’ve only just noticed this. What is a “clutch” rear mech? Bike looks good. Proper mudguard coverage - are those as-is or have you added flaps?

Wot Torslanda said.  Though I chose it because it was the cheapest way of getting a reliable 1x drivetrain on the bike (cassette, mech, shifter and chain came to less than £100), it's a short cage mech that can handle a 36T big sprocket and it's interchangeable with the gears on my MTB.

Mudguards have extra flaps cut from thick damp proof membrane.  Both could be a little longer for even better coverage as the material is quite flexible.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 05:31:08 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4351/36193032700_2b2d47d3f5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X9fKFb)20170815_172239 (https://flic.kr/p/X9fKFb) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

The Fire Mountain.  Looks like crap (although the scuffs can't hide the elegance of the Joe Murray geometry), goes like a rocket.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 15 August, 2017, 07:20:33 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 05:31:08 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4351/36193032700_2b2d47d3f5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X9fKFb)20170815_172239 (https://flic.kr/p/X9fKFb) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

The Fire Mountain.  Looks like crap (although the scuffs can't hide the elegance of the Joe Murray geometry), goes like a rocket.


Nice, proper (traditional) XC position. Now you just need to singlespeed it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 August, 2017, 07:24:24 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:06:33 pm
The Holdsworth is finally done, and it's a turquoise greyhound:
I don't mind the mixed parts: completely agree with your rationale, though I'd prefer low profile rims.

How long did it take to line the cranks up with the down tube while also getting the rear valve in place? Or did you maybe fit the chain after?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 15 August, 2017, 07:34:10 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 05:31:08 pm
The Fire Mountain.  Looks like crap (although the scuffs can't hide the elegance of the Joe Murray geometry), goes like a rocket.

Very nice. I love the stem: great solution to the horrible down hanger.

Did you deliberately go for a straddle wire on the brakes instead of the arrangement ISTR on those brakes?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 09:24:41 pm
It came with that setup, although I fitted new cable inners, straddle and yoke.  The brakes are very good now.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4396/35784641403_91201d982f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WwaDaV)20170815_172302 (https://flic.kr/p/WwaDaV) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

I've always liked the steel Velocity stems.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4383/36197401870_1664a3dffa_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X9D9tG)20170815_172250 (https://flic.kr/p/X9D9tG) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

Have just noticed the rear brake outer really needs shortening.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 09:28:08 pm
Quote from: Paul on 15 August, 2017, 07:24:24 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 06 August, 2017, 12:06:33 pm
The Holdsworth is finally done, and it's a turquoise greyhound:
I don't mind the mixed parts: completely agree with your rationale, though I'd prefer low profile rims.

How long did it take to line the cranks up with the down tube while also getting the rear valve in place? Or did you maybe fit the chain after?

It's not fixed.  It's a Sturmey-Archer AM hub: the "clubman" medium ratio version.  Gearing is about 54", 62" and 72".
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 15 August, 2017, 09:38:30 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 09:24:41 pm
It came with that setup, although I fitted new cable inners, straddle and yoke.  The brakes are very good now.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4396/35784641403_91201d982f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WwaDaV)
I set a straddle wire that low once, then the main cable failed, and the straddle caused mild panic as it engaged with the tyre's knobbly bits.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 10:08:39 pm
That, allegedly, was one of the drivers behind V brakes.  But I've never had a cable fail on me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 August, 2017, 08:13:24 pm
Quote from: hatler on 15 August, 2017, 09:38:30 pm
I set a straddle wire that low once, then the main cable failed, and the straddle caused mild panic as it engaged with the tyre's knobbly bits.

I have heard of that but never heard it first hand. Nevertheless, it made me want mudguards under straddle wires.

Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 10:08:39 pm
That, allegedly, was one of the drivers behind V brakes. 

Shimano fixed this problem before V brakes. They replaced the straddle wire with a cable that ran straight to one canti, with another short cable running off that to the other canti.

V brakes were just a better braking system.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 August, 2017, 10:17:08 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 10:08:39 pm
That, allegedly, was one of the drivers behind V brakes.  But I've never had a cable fail on me.

It's certainly the strongest argument for front reflectors that I've come across.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimO on 16 August, 2017, 11:49:19 pm
Quote from: Kim on 16 August, 2017, 10:17:08 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2017, 10:08:39 pm
That, allegedly, was one of the drivers behind V brakes.  But I've never had a cable fail on me.
It's certainly the strongest argument for front reflectors that I've come across.

I've certainly seen it stated, that whilst you can remove the reflector, you shouldn't remove the support, since it's a cable catcher.  Mudguards can also function in this manner.

There are of course, designs meant to alleviate (or at least limit) that problem, like Shimano's link wire, but I think that generally the cantis need to be designed to accommodate this.

(http://balius.sp.ph.ic.ac.uk/~timo/cycling/small.php?size=200&file=LinkWire.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 19 August, 2017, 09:38:14 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20842262_10155619192718399_7874757748716010990_n.jpg?oh=2938cf302246bafac674ea6ee56fa566&oe=5A2993DB)

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20953897_10155619192918399_5443160993241929648_n.jpg?oh=b8e16190c95c33c9752cbe2d77ce770e&oe=5A36F0D0)

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20883039_10155619193083399_7009443674931454794_n.jpg?oh=761e69aeb2051b749cd409d580f583b6&oe=5A27AB6A)

not mine but could have been if I had £1400 to spare.

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20882134_10155619193398399_109760641004244648_n.jpg?oh=2e2546acfd9f357438cfb4b673245567&oe=5A1A51B1)

And this old Viking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 20 August, 2017, 01:05:34 pm
Mine in full on LEL mode

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4349/36549798221_e2c406467a_h.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ray 6701 on 20 August, 2017, 08:57:39 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4439/35862083334_507dba3336_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WD1xXC)20170706_122413 (https://flic.kr/p/WD1xXC) by fungus73 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/52847862@N02/), on Flickr

My new Giant TCR advanced  :-*
To replace my previous TCR that was nicked  >:(

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7595/16823386290_34493327bb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rCCfCj)TCR (https://flic.kr/p/rCCfCj) by fungus73 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/52847862@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Deano on 20 August, 2017, 09:33:53 pm
Wow, totally cosmic :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 August, 2017, 11:47:31 am
Quote from: LEE on 05 August, 2017, 07:54:11 pm
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>>BIGGER<< (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/SJ2CCo9IjzDN4h3kLcZwkDZdKqWxbMO1DxtPpqBZ9Ba0Y1bOY3CB1kly_wdkMzI_m7IQdIDou8VzuYEkpC8O_V1Id6-YwZIBLxoxe1v1nXwB5VNMLW2gPdyPlGuOxcNvZmfHSUfYwgi0uFFG7EepIpWgExtntY2E92HnZIlNnr0hGiMdKAv_5i5yOxRZ_GvOA7TPon_vdPVYuLFDe4fqy8GVOr3rwq9eiMtYqLZMrNRB6W4c-p2OHHnNlG2AAI4phyrKo0pwC5yGK76nZ9eWe1XOHcOkAaQsyGFHNwsa_nk7ODP0fOzJth0B36u4sdYzE3FO6hCb04cOH2-eBNoYbynFAsEBHjUHyQTIIwhCTIKUjhZqRtHBJ54xeIamVJnznOEuncZJgnKZNWI6FTWRI25zPWCChB8XlyrKYB3bxQ66NtpBtWK0BNrM7pj9OjdjRAnyhw6D_R-agcTjbdFBAurvprABPqFqkaZvLbzHcbq_DTLOxQY7nYkoNBZbIYH8A2YsXJ8ipnx91CEOLMgjRJsgSZEKLBZLRE-VYoeMutuN_0aiJDy_G-TkK6-oLGzMbPAc23YTwGx-BNj0AnQtUdYv9mPIGdCN4P1D7_kX05z_mx5L61t_EfLh=w1426-h950-no)

1959 (according to the Sturmey Archer date stamp) Raleigh Trent Tourist.
A bit of a project.

Project finished.  Had a really enjoyable time delving into the Sturmey Archer to replace some broken planet gears.  I love the  Cafe-Racer look personally.

Anyway, I'll wait for the sunshine, take it to a Cafe and hand it over to Ebay.  Ideally it needs a new 3-speed Shifter as the original is a bit "sticky".  If you like it make me an offer and come and collect it.

Chain-guard and Mudguards included.  Paint is really bad with rust-spots but I rubbed it down very lightly and Lacquered it as I'm not a fan of a complete resprays (although the frame would take one, internally all was good).

>>BIGGER<< (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/QeW9hakQtWvXzCPLQ2Hnyr4EUZQWF58qNzd6lZRHD-mR-h5PLRTH7sy8-d5NSsb3C9utk_UxrtuMuEVkt9NMWvikrMTcIkh4pmx1il73i-8ZPxFVPP2jGZzlxGVcfL1v0YBWkkOPfr6BaGmGZLlMoDTb__RHMgYAjGjLFdhJXU8Ll2Nb9IrcMJb7LpLSlKpMQAbTM_n99SvbnkBymzsafwluQdkAN7jZyFS2ZXq5uEqkbZUU5SfvY6yd3OcYh6xmEkDzWJksVAc7ioZSGTNe0mIi1Soe7X_8wZ6K3JIOY5Oi_MAZbaz53lfOsjrH04U2mOINbC-Lka9lwVW1pi0vFuIs8mji4nyfihKEGVRAK1VPnyumsC0WBkI4DLfd8ffgLsD8AdDvB7mFplOsS6Fj_bTyYefXrUub4dpQyTQRZ4twWaZMOZNlQT3tYsB450dKQ84tAoGL1ZlwV0_OHgTFI6tamCFMY74K2wXf4Pu0sBGeUeEYuiiBCpQxeg6s2TdybRj0wfuWWF-1adLi_KQvOoMUCq-3P_SDjwfu2d5PnqhkXfL8CgTEEOfF64B4y5tGesK78CjxcTqgnc9Z21kUwQ27I9KaiOQCP1k0Yya6qruT5WQ5H4Jd=w1352-h901-no)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/QeW9hakQtWvXzCPLQ2Hnyr4EUZQWF58qNzd6lZRHD-mR-h5PLRTH7sy8-d5NSsb3C9utk_UxrtuMuEVkt9NMWvikrMTcIkh4pmx1il73i-8ZPxFVPP2jGZzlxGVcfL1v0YBWkkOPfr6BaGmGZLlMoDTb__RHMgYAjGjLFdhJXU8Ll2Nb9IrcMJb7LpLSlKpMQAbTM_n99SvbnkBymzsafwluQdkAN7jZyFS2ZXq5uEqkbZUU5SfvY6yd3OcYh6xmEkDzWJksVAc7ioZSGTNe0mIi1Soe7X_8wZ6K3JIOY5Oi_MAZbaz53lfOsjrH04U2mOINbC-Lka9lwVW1pi0vFuIs8mji4nyfihKEGVRAK1VPnyumsC0WBkI4DLfd8ffgLsD8AdDvB7mFplOsS6Fj_bTyYefXrUub4dpQyTQRZ4twWaZMOZNlQT3tYsB450dKQ84tAoGL1ZlwV0_OHgTFI6tamCFMY74K2wXf4Pu0sBGeUeEYuiiBCpQxeg6s2TdybRj0wfuWWF-1adLi_KQvOoMUCq-3P_SDjwfu2d5PnqhkXfL8CgTEEOfF64B4y5tGesK78CjxcTqgnc9Z21kUwQ27I9KaiOQCP1k0Yya6qruT5WQ5H4Jd=w1352-h901-no)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/BMHXAPlFcy7J0VCMi5nn7Ww0AvvrI8Mczg5kTlCWFacXsAdxyPQVKXfNob5S3t37updvG4y0h01SainUUJznIOqlTQjxb0bdVUkyz-Dp0VVWQDKlLnGaPeEyYK5Pv-n3nLO7f39jB0QhYpSRpVU-7PPahuqoepIeefz_-LhAuLvprCzkccD6IiCkTaCW2XbFRvav9UREiSjPTaaucCVR8UU_1N0pHuHDHsdVwLo96ZAhm8LjJJDhne_QKuOyEsRIVAfTEGwnRVF7IAg9YSqDftLG-sIEOZ1ZqZbMhh6XiMClagCscB0NKAvF1frzj8em2ptqKh8TOeImPivmCLEU2pjmREg7EAB9yWUiM1IZXuxEoZFouyQVcqaPOjvJmu0SDaCkr4rxJaY0Fv3xVFtnuRJCAfZiSrE2LUGanq_AG4fSsHssbWSrjMYtJsjxCYRoshT6yicJXbyaSapqV3zf_-AjOqSKUN5gI8r82IAjFe0l0p7pvBGC8YeA4ZLRBXL3z7DJWrUugm2QsF4jvd3q6Qj4r8_aI1xgHdYtvxoFBSh2gw4eqFchpx9lkqrn51XdduLohDah0oLZBM0IbrS2sJFIZZBzETd5omLv5mq5_QgrKtS0EfyM=w1352-h901-no)

Here's the original Ebay ad.  I sold the saddlebag which paid for the entire renovation parts and most of the actual bike.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YD0vYBa_8j0FfuhAThUgqIOhQL8Wo0Dnc0RE56mDgAbril_IH8HlZLw1E_EbArJUdQkolnFAwMDb613nKDphqwyCT5dADWVeGLORF9EAB28kBvsvlS-H0yVg8j33pas5A4NPZrPPjLFpO_qCLlBw9kTilK8Rkk_KcyjFfQ4VNPgHlrJxqn78TsajSUwLFz2sXw1_AtmdA2uCsCINf46aND6JoehhtJq2kddNobxuvJ5MnBaCb8IkbGGOZYwOOi0bran-AlUuMJ735qXVswrRbtJN2diGQwuBzDZ1O1Vdy4ChsM83HTVg8U63KCfZXJKmW-1EcAJbrQMu56fsA30M-UDSi5iwXuq-83Y0XSpwU5iT1NVzzlw9qnqWAE_vCyq0Se0zA0FrbXJGJ7-N6DmiEx5CubnCzE3-qHR7MUrTFDly3xBoDQyBgrz73VU5l1JC7SbvFHU181G-cqvUeVBYJ40Ons7b2V4CeBKFOY9jmbZOH6o4BDieI9JG34roDofGNYmebrDn7YBRSCoftvwndCvCFfR_jq2GvFIsqg922ZYTRGlkV0DILFUqNhEigoj5XSqmI3inmr-CcGoQKkghpeAbqlNBTXBREgKoNMa6T1IcGdVYqlNs=w1555-h891-no)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 August, 2017, 01:18:47 pm
Photos not showing, LEE
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 21 August, 2017, 01:23:05 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 21 August, 2017, 01:18:47 pm
Photos not showing, LEE

Does this work - (https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9)

https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9 (https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 21 August, 2017, 01:59:26 pm
Photo of my Brompton after lunch during a long leisure ride around Oxfordshire and trying out the Royce bottom bracket I had fitted to it recently...

(http://i.imgur.com/pPGHrvz.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ABZl3mQ.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 21 August, 2017, 02:02:52 pm
Quote from: LEE on 21 August, 2017, 01:23:05 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 21 August, 2017, 01:18:47 pm
Photos not showing, LEE

Does this work - (https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9)

https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9 (https://goo.gl/photos/vDzebsx518fbEVdh9)

It does, via the link. Very tidy. I'm reminded - not in a good way - of those longitudinally sprung saddles.

This might be of value re posting images in Google Photos:

https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=76.msg2193889#msg2193889

Edited to add: yes, the link works, but your more recently added embedded image does not.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 21 August, 2017, 06:37:44 pm
No pics. On hols at MiL's place in France.

Treated myself to a Triban 100 gravel road bike from the local-ish decathlon, to keep here as a holiday bike.

Just back from my first ride: it's brill. Basic but brill!!

Spec here

https://www.btwin.com/en/road-bikes/sport-road-bikes/20146-triban-100-road-bike.html

With a change of saddle I'd ride it all day long. Slowly and maybe walking up the bigger hills  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 23 August, 2017, 12:29:17 pm
Now riding 47c Smart Sams on my Cross Check

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4309/35193823633_1a0f0197de_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VBXxCD)Monster Cross (https://flic.kr/p/VBXxCD) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4324/35075176673_450c91e1f2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Vrts2p)IMG_0193 (https://flic.kr/p/Vrts2p) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4293/35843538336_8fd85b1de7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/WBnvbh)IMG_0192 (https://flic.kr/p/WBnvbh) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4240/35496495220_0b22b7237a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/W5GPmh)IMG_0191 (https://flic.kr/p/W5GPmh) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 24 August, 2017, 09:46:58 pm
N+1 is here!

(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NVvxqfA2y5g/WZ86xj1oRuI/AAAAAAABC1Y/nNo4IbheljQKwvtYE_ahp1P4Te-eV2FswCKgBGAs/s1600/IMG_20170824_195435.jpg)

Very nice to ride, more to follow.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 August, 2017, 10:01:48 pm
Intriguing shiftr/bar setup. Please tell us more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 24 August, 2017, 10:15:20 pm
Metrea, I'm guessing - was this OEM or built up from parts?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 24 August, 2017, 10:18:41 pm
Yes, it is the Metrea groupset, I will be posting more pics when I get the chance.

Basic makeup is Genesis Croix de Fer titanium frameset, Metrea groupset & handlebar, Thomson stem/seat post, Cambium Saddle, I built the wheels, H+Son Hydra on Hope, Hope BB
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 25 August, 2017, 12:17:02 pm
I can't remember being as excited over a bike for a long time

(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-i5VTLi-IJRM/WaAGMMiUCqI/AAAAAAABC3g/kjuYOcZm4MEqm58iDKWQ3NyhGmhayOQlQCKgBGAs/s800/HAM50031.jpg)

(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tbm1hjuVWKQ/WaAGMLdhvRI/AAAAAAABC3g/Fk8xXE8a90kCyqc0zghZNFrhDOoh2v-5ACKgBGAs/s800/HAM50007.jpg)

A few more pics here https://goo.gl/photos/idbUM3qZXqcjpCgs9

And it rides as well as it looks - as long as you like its looks. That bar is a revelation, appears to be ideal for commute. Much more comfortable than a flat bar, or hoods on a drop. first indication is that it isn't as good for "honking" but that's not an issue for urban London.

ETA  link to Google album hopefully fixed
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 25 August, 2017, 12:23:50 pm
Very nice!

How do the shifters work? Looks from the picture as if the left one is the only shifter? Does it control front and rear from a single lever?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 25 August, 2017, 12:24:28 pm
I'm digging everything except the wonky seatpost.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 25 August, 2017, 12:43:34 pm
The wonky seatpost does say Thomson Elite on its side though; you would very dig it if you could see the engineering (it is ovalised inside!), plus it actually works better to give you layback with two screw fixing - most layback approaches result in a single screw fixing.

The shifters are on paddles in the apex of the joint between brake and bar, it's a very natural position to use. Shifting action is well up at the ultegra quality. The pure "Metrea" concept would have been to create it s a 1x, but I thought that would have been a waste, so I went 2x

ETA - the action is the outer/lever swivels for change down, the inner paddle button for change up.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cameronp on 25 August, 2017, 01:11:18 pm
It is a very pretty thing! Especially loving the H+SON rims, I'm eyeing off those for my n+1.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 25 August, 2017, 01:29:34 pm
Very nice indeed, Ham! The sort of commute machine that can only be deployed if you can park your bike in the office.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 25 August, 2017, 01:55:33 pm
tidy looking bike, happy commuting!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 25 August, 2017, 02:38:03 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 25 August, 2017, 01:29:34 pm
Very nice indeed, Ham! The sort of commute machine that can only be deployed if you can park your bike in the office.

We haz a locked cage in a zone with manned security :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 25 August, 2017, 10:00:03 pm
Quote from: Ham on 24 August, 2017, 09:46:58 pm
N+1 is here!

(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NVvxqfA2y5g/WZ86xj1oRuI/AAAAAAABC1Y/nNo4IbheljQKwvtYE_ahp1P4Te-eV2FswCKgBGAs/s1600/IMG_20170824_195435.jpg)

Very nice to ride, more to follow.

I look forward to seeing it in the flesh.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 August, 2017, 09:34:23 am
Very tidy.
I love the clean lines of the Metrea chainset.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 28 August, 2017, 09:02:41 pm
very nice Ham

Added rack bought 2nd hand from Karla OTP, rack bag is the replacement for the one nicked from the Randolph in Oxfrd, which was originally 2nd hand from Adamski.

Location - Burwell Fen between Wicken and Cambridge.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4331/36735724631_ce026189bf_k.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 31 August, 2017, 12:08:07 pm
SO's commuting bike is finished.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4366/36797072451_a8c9572e7c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Y4CBDD)20170831_120142 (https://flic.kr/p/Y4CBDD) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 September, 2017, 07:47:10 pm
And, from the ridiculous to the sublime, I picked up the Ron Cooper from Argos this morning and have been bolting it together all afternoon.   You won't see another Shimano 600 tricolour groupset that good!

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4371/37088167475_c23409541a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Yvmy4n)20170907_173120 (https://flic.kr/p/Yvmy4n) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4404/36691900560_180d8c8325_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XUkzHb)20170907_173203 (https://flic.kr/p/XUkzHb) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4435/36917904382_e6ffe7ffef_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YfiULN)20170907_173139 (https://flic.kr/p/YfiULN) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36253034264_31646960f1_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Xeyh3U)20170907_173153 (https://flic.kr/p/Xeyh3U) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4371/36253045354_b6deca2a07_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Xeykm7)20170907_173215 (https://flic.kr/p/Xeykm7) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4437/36946859061_9c6dca605c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YhSiZp)20170907_173225 (https://flic.kr/p/YhSiZp) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4417/36274955513_f304372890_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XguCtt)20170907_173249 (https://flic.kr/p/XguCtt) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4355/36691987600_3844a21d18_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XUm2zS)20170907_173310 (https://flic.kr/p/XUm2zS) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Monty on 07 September, 2017, 07:58:16 pm
 :o

 :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 07 September, 2017, 08:14:30 pm
Wow, I'm not a Shimano fan but it all looks brand new, NOS?

That rear mech outer cable looks a bit too long though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aidan on 07 September, 2017, 09:20:03 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 07 September, 2017, 07:47:10 pm
And, from the ridiculous to the sublime, I picked up the Ron Cooper from Argos this morning and have been bolting it together all afternoon.   You won't see another Shimano 600 tricolour groupset that good!



Lovely :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 07 September, 2017, 10:09:42 pm
What Aidan said
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 September, 2017, 10:25:47 pm
Quote from: hubner on 07 September, 2017, 08:14:30 pm
Wow, I'm not a Shimano fan but it all looks brand new, NOS?

That rear mech outer cable looks a bit too long though.
It all came attached to the bike.  The frame was looking very tired so the components were probably refitted shortly before sale, or transferred from another bike..  The rear mech hanger was bent yet the rear mech isn't marked.

The long loop is to give a smooth bend but also to try and get the angle better for the "diver's helmet" cable stop.  Most rear mech loops are far too tight and cause shifting issues due to friction.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 07 September, 2017, 11:03:07 pm
A beauty Roger. I'm no great fan of retro for retro's sake, but this is very well put together and ticks a lot of boxes for me :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 08 September, 2017, 12:43:37 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4232/35185676870_ecee60b0c9.jpg)

Circe Helios by the sea.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 08 September, 2017, 06:26:12 pm
Ah, lightweight mode.   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 September, 2017, 08:33:22 pm
Extreme lightweight; a drilium pannier!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 09 September, 2017, 10:37:40 pm
Swapped the bars on the Genesis Equilibrium and converted to a triple chainset. Still need to make final adjustments for comfort. The bars are Nitto RM-3 Gravel. I'm finding the Midge bars on the Cross-Check far more comfortable than conventional drops so thought I'd give them a go on the road bike. Bend and flare are completely different though and distance between levers is very close - but I do like the longer bottom bit (between the brake levers and bar end shifters) - got a set of Love Mud Bombers in the shed if I don't like them.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4356/36732332000_0aef4ab497_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNyY)IMG_3937 (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNyY) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4378/36316350293_c8c7ff987f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Xk9MGz)IMG_3941 (https://flic.kr/p/Xk9MGz) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36732331380_56464e161b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNoh)IMG_3942 (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNoh) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 18 September, 2017, 05:56:14 pm
cleaned and serviced my foul weather bike for winter season
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170918/5f50ffa7cead810f12b3dc37424681d7.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 20 September, 2017, 03:12:28 pm
That has a very pleasing line to it.

Appears to be missing an electric motor  . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 September, 2017, 03:10:45 pm
Bob presented a few engineering challenges but got there in the end, and looks exactly as he was meant to - a fashionista singlespeed. 


(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4478/36574763083_5c863af119_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XHZdPv)20170922_135513 (https://flic.kr/p/XHZdPv) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4361/36577606613_a8629c3341_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XJeN6T)20170922_135832 (https://flic.kr/p/XJeN6T) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4336/37389790145_10d52ab8a6_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YY1rYe)20170922_135539 (https://flic.kr/p/YY1rYe) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4471/37247519921_23e4d4e9e1_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YKrgZk)20170922_135605 (https://flic.kr/p/YKrgZk) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4499/37217998732_af759138ae_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YGPYnj)20170922_135550 (https://flic.kr/p/YGPYnj) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4428/36577660823_87c6e05a65_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XJf5dx)20170922_135633 (https://flic.kr/p/XJf5dx) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: MacB on 22 September, 2017, 03:38:56 pm
Roger, what are the bars on Bob please?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 22 September, 2017, 05:16:33 pm
Some cheap bullhorns.  The position is not as stretched as it looks and I can ride with my hands on the brake levers without any strain.

Have fixed the front brake squeal with bigtime toe-in but the rear is a bit more persistent.  I might have to get the pads in further on their studs to stiffen things up.

Can't fault the handling or the sheer silence of it  no rattles, no chain whirr, only the rear brake if applied hard.   Just popped out on it to collect a parcel from Argos.

EDIT: all squeal gone now, moved the pads halfway in on their studs.  Still  plenty of power and no excessive toe-in needed any more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 27 September, 2017, 10:52:20 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4422/37318292492_336b3d48d4_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/itsbruce/37318292492/)

Abici Velocino.  Single-speed with coaster brake.  Making it road legal is going to be a challenge, especially when I replace the handle bars and reverse the stem so that the steering is more like the 30s version.

(http://www.oldbike.eu/museum/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/1935-velocino-6.jpg)

Still, I shall be seen spinning around London on this, assuming I survive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 September, 2017, 11:05:23 am
That is weird! How did the steering in the 1930s version work? It says "steered with single handle" but we can see two handles.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 27 September, 2017, 11:07:22 am
The designer was Italian and I think got the wording a little wrong on that.

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/65/6d/f7/656df74188428774fd3be7ba9d2f74a8.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 September, 2017, 11:29:51 am
I'm wondering if that counts as "under seat steering". It's most definitely not recumbent though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 27 September, 2017, 11:51:09 am
That's brilliant - I'd seen there had been modern reconstructions, but have never seen one in the metal. How does it handle?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 27 September, 2017, 02:48:12 pm
every time you brake be ready to run :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 27 September, 2017, 06:41:14 pm
That's utterly marvelous. No hinges to fail or creak.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 27 September, 2017, 10:31:06 pm
That’ll be ace for wheelies
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 29 September, 2017, 11:06:13 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 27 September, 2017, 02:48:12 pm
every time you brake be ready to run :)

Or to leap at your opponent, like Batman on a budget batbike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Wobbly John on 29 September, 2017, 11:26:21 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 27 September, 2017, 10:52:20 am

 Making it road legal is going to be a challenge, especially when I replace the handle bars and reverse the stem so that the steering is more like the 30s version.


On our version, we used a hub brake (we built it into a stripped-out dyno-hub shell)

(http://homepages.nildram.co.uk/~talizmar/xntrick/photos/simononcino.jpg)

Riding a velocino feels a very civilised riding position.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 30 September, 2017, 03:32:22 pm
An alternative  Velocino


https://www.nisbets.co.uk/fracino-velocino-espresso-coffee-machine-including-fridge/ge948 (https://www.nisbets.co.uk/fracino-velocino-espresso-coffee-machine-including-fridge/ge948)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 30 September, 2017, 05:01:07 pm
Quote from: windy on 09 September, 2017, 10:37:40 pm
Swapped the bars on the Genesis Equilibrium and converted to a triple chainset. Still need to make final adjustments for comfort. The bars are Nitto RM-3 Gravel. I'm finding the Midge bars on the Cross-Check far more comfortable than conventional drops so thought I'd give them a go on the road bike. Bend and flare are completely different though and distance between levers is very close - but I do like the longer bottom bit (between the brake levers and bar end shifters) - got a set of Love Mud Bombers in the shed if I don't like them.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4356/36732332000_0aef4ab497_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNyY)IMG_3937 (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNyY) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4378/36316350293_c8c7ff987f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Xk9MGz)IMG_3941 (https://flic.kr/p/Xk9MGz) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4425/36732331380_56464e161b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNoh)IMG_3942 (https://flic.kr/p/XXUNoh) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

I rather like that!   ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 30 September, 2017, 08:22:36 pm
Quote from: windy on 09 September, 2017, 10:37:40 pm
Swapped the bars on the Genesis Equilibrium and converted to a triple chainset. Still need to make final adjustments for comfort. The bars are Nitto RM-3 Gravel. I'm finding the Midge bars on the Cross-Check far more comfortable than conventional drops so thought I'd give them a go on the road bike. Bend and flare are completely different though and distance between levers is very close - but I do like the longer bottom bit (between the brake levers and bar end shifters) - got a set of Love Mud Bombers in the shed if I don't like them.

Looks ace. :thumbsup:  How are you getting on with the Nitto bars?  How do they compare to the Midges and Bombers?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ijsbrand on 12 October, 2017, 03:52:26 pm
(http://eamelje.net/pics/IMG_20170924_173316739-copy.jpg)

Bought a 1980/1981 frame for cheap of a Gazelle Sprinter Race -- that basically is the Raleigh Super Grand Prix they made in Dieren as well back in the day, but with their own brandname on it. It did not come with a fork, alas, so I had to use a cheap contemporary one, that is a bit too fat. Also, the paint and coating I used on it cured much more yellowish than expected.

Always wanted another Sprinter Race for commuting. I already had a blue one. But that has been build up with an 8 speed internal gear hub. And since that is such a comfortable bike, I have always wondered if a derailleur would not have made it an even better bike.

Ought to mention as well the headlamp is a Spanninga Axendo 60 XDAS I am pretty happy with. Spanninga has bought the Philips technology, when that company stopped making bike lights, and now puts out lights that are basically the same. The rear lights are nearly identical and only around a tenner in the Netherlands, whereas the Philips ones were easily three times as much. And the Axenda 60 XDAS is an upgrade compared to the Philips SafeRide 60 lux lamp. It is a lot cheaper to buy as well, and it has an extra daylight setting.

 

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 October, 2017, 12:48:12 pm
BJ the On-One Pompino fixie with optional single-speed goodness.  My winter steed and I have finally finished tweaking him so these are the official photos to go into the family album...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4472/37412598750_01d6a2ec19_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z12mb3)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4482/37412599080_88b337c356_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z12mgJ)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4501/36960378204_ca30ef6c7b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Yj4AL5)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4451/36999862733_7ff0238a16_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YnxY8P)

BJ is a 57cm frame, the largest Plantet X offer and a bit small for me hence the tons of seat post but he seems comfy enough.  The roads hereabouts will soon be covered in chutney so he'll be a dirty BJ in no time at all; currently he's far too clean.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 October, 2017, 12:25:00 am
Quote from: chris n on 30 September, 2017, 08:22:36 pm
Quote from: windy on 09 September, 2017, 10:37:40 pm
Swapped the bars on the Genesis Equilibrium and converted to a triple chainset. Still need to make final adjustments for comfort. The bars are Nitto RM-3 Gravel. I'm finding the Midge bars on the Cross-Check far more comfortable than conventional drops so thought I'd give them a go on the road bike. Bend and flare are completely different though and distance between levers is very close - but I do like the longer bottom bit (between the brake levers and bar end shifters) - got a set of Love Mud Bombers in the shed if I don't like them.

Looks ace. :thumbsup:  How are you getting on with the Nitto bars?  How do they compare to the Midges and Bombers?

Looks really nice but the levers are too close together and there's not enough room on the tops. It feels a bit twitchy climbing on the hoods but the drops are really comfortable. as a person who spends most of the time on the tops and hoods they're not really my type of bar. I'm in the process of fitting some Bombers
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: itsbruce on 23 October, 2017, 11:06:31 am
Quote from: Jakob W on 27 September, 2017, 11:51:09 am
That's brilliant - I'd seen there had been modern reconstructions, but have never seen one in the metal. How does it handle?

The bike arrived the morning of the day I had to fly to Turkey, so I didn't get to try it properly for a while.

Once you get it moving, it's great fun.  The gearing is low and the cranks are small (105mm), so it's a "last mile or so" commuter or a local shopping bike (a shopping basket on the front only increases the stability ;)).  I haven't tried it up anything but the gentlest hills yet (but will be more adventurous because it's huge fun coming back down the hill).  Turns on a dime, as you would think, and the closeness of the handlebars to your thighs is less of an issue than turning on a regular bike with slight toe overlap.

Pedalling is *different*.  You need to sit back a little so your knees aren't hitting the handlebars.  This, with the small cranks, means that your legs are moving in a different way to a normal upright, somewhere between riding a recumbent and a trike with the cranks fixed on the front hub.

Getting started is the biggest challenge for most people (had a bunch of friends round for a party at the weekend and they all had a go).  The small gearing and small cranks make it hard to get momentum from the off.  Until you've learned a way to get started with confidence, there's a few moments of wobbliness before suddenly everything is stable and sedate.  One of my mates said "It's like being a 5 year old again, learning to ride a bike.  Everything is unfamiliar and unsure and then suddenly it all works."

It's a difficult bike for anybody much below or above average height or with short/long legs.  The seat tube moves  like the slide of a trombone, if you see what I mean, so mostly serves to adjust your position relative to the cranks, rather than to the ground.  The stem is very adjustable, so can accommodate long legs, but a short person is going to find themselves perched very precariously on the saddle until they're in motion.  I'm 5'8.5" with slightly short legs for my height and I had to rotate the saddle mount 180 degrees around the seat tube to bring the saddle an inch and a half closer to the ground (f that doesn't seem to make sense, remember that the seat tube is shaped like the central cylinder and grip of a traditional umbrella, with the saddle mounted on the end of the grip).  Even then, I'm on tip-toes when the bike is stationary and I have to put a foot down.

So I'm still getting used to it and haven't pushed its limits yet but it's a huge amount of fun.  There was one grump at the party who said "Why would you want to ride that?" and everybody else yelled "Why would you not?"

Quote from: sojournermike on 27 September, 2017, 06:41:14 pm
That's utterly marvelous. No hinges to fail or creak.

Yes, I do consider it a Brompton alternative - where the non-train part of the trip isn't too challenging ;-)

Quote from: Wobbly John on 29 September, 2017, 11:26:21 pm
Quote from: itsbruce on 27 September, 2017, 10:52:20 am

 Making it road legal is going to be a challenge, especially when I replace the handle bars and reverse the stem so that the steering is more like the 30s version.


On our version, we used a hub brake (we built it into a stripped-out dyno-hub shell)


This one does have a coaster brake in the hub (Shimano CB-E110).  I'm just not sure about the legal status of the front wheel.  I'm not sure the law allows for this particular bike design.

Quote
Riding a velocino feels a very civilised riding position.

Yes!  Very genteel.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 01 November, 2017, 05:17:15 pm
Hi peeps. I've not been here for a while but thought I'd post this here for posterity as it is no longer.  :'(  After having the frame replaced a few years ago under warranty, I realised that I was maybe just a bit too heavy powerful :P for such a light weight frame and as such it only got used a handful of times once rebuilt.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4486/37382888474_1f86ff2393_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YXp5kU)kic1 (https://flic.kr/p/YXp5kU) by Keith Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/heavyfresno/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4458/38061133322_69ddf700f4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZZkfUA)kic3 (https://flic.kr/p/ZZkfUA) by Keith Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/heavyfresno/), on Flickr

I couldn't stand seeing it sat in the garage not getting used so I'll be selling the frame, forks and a few other bits and pieces on the classifieds, the rest has been used to build something far more (un)suitable.

Introducing my new  budget hipster TT weapon.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4477/38061126942_4ee32c10f7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZZke1A)tt1 (https://flic.kr/p/ZZke1A) by Keith Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/heavyfresno/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4493/24239825868_e44fa7f2de_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CVZrJd)tt2 (https://flic.kr/p/CVZrJd) by Keith Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/heavyfresno/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4511/38061102172_0c3b1dd2f6_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZZk6Dw)tt3 (https://flic.kr/p/ZZk6Dw) by Keith Smith (https://www.flickr.com/photos/heavyfresno/), on Flickr

I needed something to aim for to help get me back in shape so a couple of time trials and maybe a short triathlon next year is the plan. Still need to get my position sorted, but I'm quite happy with it so far. Just need to work on reducing the aero belly now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 02 November, 2017, 03:07:57 pm
Got my old Trek MTB back together again :)

Going to change the 'One-One Mary bars for some standard risers. Last used the bike last winter as a single speed commuter. the sweep back on the bars was ok for the 1 1/2 mile ride each way but found it uncomfortable for an hour's ride on the local trails.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4493/38114983681_1dc850ba21_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2156fK4)IMG_0295 (https://flic.kr/p/2156fK4) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 05 November, 2017, 07:35:00 pm
Quote from: windy on 02 November, 2017, 03:07:57 pm
Got my old Trek MTB back together again :)

Going to change the 'One-One Mary bars for some standard risers. Last used the bike last winter as a single speed commuter. the sweep back on the bars was ok for the 1 1/2 mile ride each way but found it uncomfortable for an hour's ride on the local trails.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4493/38114983681_1dc850ba21_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2156fK4)IMG_0295 (https://flic.kr/p/2156fK4) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

I found Mary's a bit odd when I tried them too. Think I'd be fitting a stem with much less rise.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 05 November, 2017, 07:37:53 pm
New bike for my mate Neil

(https://northernwheelandbike.files.wordpress.com/2017/11/neils-5t-1-of-4.jpg)

Lightly used Kinesis 5T frame and various bits courtesy of people on here and the odd new part - thanks all who helped out. Cheery range gear cable outer and 35mm Vittoria Voyager Hypers for comfort and because he's a bigger lad than I am.

Carousel here

https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/11/05/neils-kinesis-5t/#jp-carousel-181 (https://northernwheelandbike.wordpress.com/2017/11/05/neils-kinesis-5t/#jp-carousel-181)

Sorry pics are poor - I've not got control of the little camera yet. Does too much too easily...

Mike
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 06 November, 2017, 06:28:58 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 05 November, 2017, 07:35:00 pm


I found Mary's a bit odd when I tried them too. Think I'd be fitting a stem with much less rise.

I'm 6'2" and it's an old 20" frame with not very sloping top tube and a low stack height. I need the steep rise to get the bars high enough - got some riser bars with less sweep back on the way too.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 18 November, 2017, 04:57:45 pm
Here we go again - yet another 1980s steely bike project

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4525/24630399678_6db4d8da20_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DwveHq)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4574/38470556882_57c6bd1347_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/21BvEgu)

Wobbly G-alaxy (https://flic.kr/p/21BvEgu) by Paul Weston (https://www.flickr.com/photos/obswerve/)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Butterfly on 18 November, 2017, 04:58:32 pm
Nice  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 18 November, 2017, 06:28:40 pm
Lovely colour and lugs. I thought the Galaxy had cantilever bosses?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 22 November, 2017, 01:46:52 am
That's beautiful lining. $deity really is in the detail.

I'm no expert but Galaxy/Super Galaxy models came with centre pull brakes until some point in the mid-80s. Courtesy of the Clariflies I have one. My 90s Galaxy (full STX group) has cantis.

Despite breathing, sleeping & eating bike for the last 5 years I don't have an anorak. Yet...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 22 November, 2017, 08:58:48 am
Quote from: windy on 18 November, 2017, 06:28:40 pm
Lovely colour and lugs. I thought the Galaxy had cantilever bosses?

Quote from: Torslanda on 22 November, 2017, 01:46:52 am
That's beautiful lining. $deity really is in the detail.

I'm no expert but Galaxy/Super Galaxy models came with centre pull brakes until some point in the mid-80s. Courtesy of the Clariflies I have one. My 90s Galaxy (full STX group) has cantis.

Despite breathing, sleeping & eating bike for the last 5 years I don't have an anorak. Yet...

Indeed, the frame I have just acquired from its original owner is a 1980, although resprayed a non original but rather nice BRG about 10 years ago.

Frame, forks and chunky steel headset weigh 7lb 2oz for the non weight non weenies ;)

Here's a couple of pages from the 1982 catalogue :)

(http://www.bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/Dawes-82/11_touring_specs.jpg)

(http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/catalogs/Dawes-82/08_touring_Super_Galaxy.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 22 November, 2017, 09:05:30 am
Of course - 1980 pre-cantilever (I was working in a bike shop selling Dawes at the time, how could I forget)  :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2017, 09:12:25 am
In the 80s there was nothing wrong with Weinmann centre pull brakes. In 1987 I did a 9 week European tour which included the Alps with those brakes, Aztec brake blocks and Nutrak Nomad tyres fitted to my fully loaded Raleigh Clubman and it was all absolutely fine!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 25 November, 2017, 01:31:28 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2017, 09:12:25 am
In the 80s there was nothing wrong with Weinmann centre pull brakes. In 1987 I did a 9 week European tour which included the Alps with those brakes, Aztec brake blocks and Nutrak Nomad tyres fitted to my fully loaded Raleigh Clubman and it was all absolutely fine!

Used them on my first cyclo-cross bike (it was also my first circuit racing, time trial, club run, town and training bike)  ;D

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2063/2151148689_e63ab7694e_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/4h6cyv)Cyclo Cross (https://flic.kr/p/4h6cyv) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2017, 01:12:23 pm
 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 December, 2017, 11:05:02 am
I like that Galaxy!

Here's the latest project, the '94 Kona Kilauea.  I sold a 2013 Kona Cinder Cone to finance this one, and it's about ten times nicer.  The colour is the US market bronze - UK Kilaueas were a boring silver.  Made it a 7-speed so the thumbies work best; they don't work all that well on 8-speed, whatever people say, because the cog spacing is different.  It's only 24.5lb without pedals (which will be M536 when they turn up).  Argos added an extra cable stop for V-brakes.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4641/27308532219_6fd8fe97e2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HBandp)20171216_102800 (https://flic.kr/p/HBandp) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4586/24224903587_65908b5cd5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CUEXRv)20171216_102814 (https://flic.kr/p/CUEXRv) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4728/25219666618_4cf7a0bcb7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Eqzoff)20171216_102835 (https://flic.kr/p/Eqzoff) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4547/39085986991_cd930af502_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/22xTUcr)20171216_102844 (https://flic.kr/p/22xTUcr) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4730/27308560029_7fb709d5c7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HBavtT)20171216_102853 (https://flic.kr/p/HBavtT) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4692/39086005221_410cc565c9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/22xTZBK)20171216_102905 (https://flic.kr/p/22xTZBK) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4582/27308581929_21deee4aa4_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HBaBZt)20171216_102913 (https://flic.kr/p/HBaBZt) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 16 December, 2017, 11:26:25 am
^Totally sexy Kilauea :P :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 December, 2017, 11:46:33 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 22 November, 2017, 09:12:25 am
In the 80s there was nothing wrong with Weinmann centre pull brakes. In 1987 I did a 9 week European tour which included the Alps with those brakes, Aztec brake blocks and Nutrak Nomad tyres fitted to my fully loaded Raleigh Clubman and it was all absolutely fine!
Dia-Compe GC700 are a good modern alternative, if a bit pricey at £100 a set.  I have them on the Bob Griffin and they feel as if they would stop a much heavier bike.  Good feel*, too.  Not much flex compared to old Mafacs.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4499/37217998732_af759138ae_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YGPYnj)20170922_135550 (https://flic.kr/p/YGPYnj) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

*I'm using Dia-Compe 188 reverse-pull levers, which are designed for normal road calipers.  Not sure how the GC700 behaves with SLR levers or V-brake levers.  Any vintage road levers should be perfect.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 16 December, 2017, 04:59:35 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 13 October, 2017, 12:48:12 pm
BJ the On-One Pompino fixie with optional single-speed goodness. 

A very belated congratulations on that - it looks like a very well sorted machine for a rider that knows what they need on their bike! Right down to a spare spoke, I see.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 20 December, 2017, 07:27:38 pm
That Kilauea looks gorgeous.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 20 December, 2017, 08:55:13 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 20 December, 2017, 07:27:38 pm
That Kilauea looks gorgeous.
Another positive review from me. And it looks just my size 😄
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 21 December, 2017, 10:31:49 am
Quote from: Robh on 20 December, 2017, 08:55:13 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 20 December, 2017, 07:27:38 pm
That Kilauea looks gorgeous.
Another positive review from me. And it looks just my size 😄
Fine. Very fine.

Lovely xt kit.

Nice headset locking ring. I've never seen one of those before.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 28 December, 2017, 12:35:40 am
(https://scontent-lht6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/18301044_10155265157718399_5873390794226936461_n.jpg?oh=dfc3e0d300db91209a8da236c6e56146&oe=5AB5158F)

Not mine but built up for a friend.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrij on 28 December, 2017, 12:47:39 am
Can I be your friend?   ;D
Title: First Road Bike and Winter build
Post by: Martin 14 on 31 December, 2017, 11:23:46 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4685/38526797925_b7d42fda13_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/21GtULD)Frame set (https://flic.kr/p/21GtULD) by Martin Davey (https://www.flickr.com/photos/gollums_photos/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 January, 2018, 11:15:41 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 16 December, 2017, 11:05:02 am

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4586/24224903587_65908b5cd5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CUEXRv)20171216_102814 (https://flic.kr/p/CUEXRv) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4728/25219666618_4cf7a0bcb7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Eqzoff)20171216_102835 (https://flic.kr/p/Eqzoff) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr


Talented boy. Very nice work indeed.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 13 January, 2018, 06:53:38 pm
Just got this

(https://i.imgur.com/xuDbajH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NOJHuYB.jpg)

Fed up with putting on cycling shoes when going shopping, couldn't justify a new cargo bike.

It works very well. Next steps are fit some lighting and get some ex. Royal Mail panniers for it.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2018, 08:56:37 am
Fantastic bikes. I got my secondhand Pashley Pronto for exactly the same reasons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 14 January, 2018, 11:12:09 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 14 January, 2018, 08:56:37 am
Fantastic bikes. I got my secondhand Pashley Pronto for exactly the same reasons.

I just want to go and buy heavy stuff from B&Q regardless of whether I need it or not.

This is a refurbished bike, so it's used- the rear wheel is particularly used- would benefit from a rebuild (it's true, but spoke tension feels more variable than ideal and a couple of spokes have kinks in), otherwise it's pretty good.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 January, 2018, 02:30:00 pm
great bikes!!  I did 50k on mine yesterday :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 14 January, 2018, 04:49:36 pm
Quote from: mike on 14 January, 2018, 02:30:00 pm
great bikes!!  I did 50k on mine yesterday :D

I expect to try something similar one day. Maybe a mini-tour, chuck a tent in the parcel tray and some snacks. Will certainly try commuting on it soon.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 January, 2018, 05:10:43 pm
I've ziptied some cheap panniers on and leave them there, too much weight on the front makes the handling a bit twitchy :)

here's the best load I've carried yet!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4722/39657168912_14e79b792e_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 14 January, 2018, 07:29:57 pm
Mike, can I ask how tall you are? I've been meaning to get an Elephant bike as a town back for ages, but at 6'5" and with a 34" trouser inseam I wouldn't want it to be too much like riding a clown bike...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 14 January, 2018, 08:50:28 pm
I'm 6'2 and my saddle - bottom bracket is 82cm (on my road bike anyway, its a cm or so lower on the elephant bike).  Pretty sure there's lots of stem and seatpost to go up if I needed to.  You're very welcome to try it if youre passing cambridge!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 January, 2018, 09:33:54 am
You can get one of those shallow Tesco trolley's worth of groceries in a couple of panniers and the front carrier of a Elephant / Pashley Pronto.  And yes, the handling is a bit twitchy but fun  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 15 January, 2018, 10:20:50 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 January, 2018, 09:33:54 am
You can get one of those shallow Tesco trolley's worth of groceries in a couple of panniers...


Someone on CC pointed me in the direction of this company for some (ex Royal Mail) panniers

https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18 (https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 January, 2018, 10:45:08 am
Quote from: Palinurus on 15 January, 2018, 10:20:50 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 January, 2018, 09:33:54 am
You can get one of those shallow Tesco trolley's worth of groceries in a couple of panniers...


Someone on CC pointed me in the direction of this company for some (ex Royal Mail) panniers

https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18 (https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18)

I have a pair of redundant Ortlieb Back Roller panniers which work just lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Christophe on 15 January, 2018, 11:39:21 am
Quote from: Palinurus on 15 January, 2018, 10:20:50 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 January, 2018, 09:33:54 am
You can get one of those shallow Tesco trolley's worth of groceries in a couple of panniers...


Someone on CC pointed me in the direction of this company for some (ex Royal Mail) panniers

https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18 (https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18)

Good spot!. I was after a large set of panniers for shopping on the Trucker and these would be ideal!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aushiker on 16 January, 2018, 12:17:42 am
(http://aushiker.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/2017_December_Salsa-Mukluk.jpg)

Day 1: Esperance to Albany: The Unconventional Ride. Ready set go ... Esperance foreshore before heading out on my 10 day 750 km ride from Esperance to Albany in Western Australia.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 29 January, 2018, 03:02:15 pm
The budget ugly bike project is nearing completion. Mudguards will need bought, and headset and wheels will need replaced in the near future, but it's moving. Is actually a lot more sprightly than it looks too. Yet to see how it handles fully loaded but so far I'm quite chuffed with how it's turned out. Not at all bad for less than £150, including the rack and bags.

Shopping mode:
(https://i.imgur.com/Wiyku66.jpg)

Touring mode:
(https://i.imgur.com/dvElzmA.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Under the arches on 30 January, 2018, 01:46:54 pm
Just bought some of those Royal Mail panniers. A steel.

But one slight downside they are for motor bikes, not push bikes  :facepalm:

I will have to try & cobble some pannier hooks from somewhere? Any ideas  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 January, 2018, 02:20:18 pm
Are they like these ones?
https://forcesuniformandkit.co.uk/products/ex-royal-mail-bike-pannier-bag-set-18

If so, can't they just sit with the webbing bit on top of the rack? Lots of cycle panniers are like that anyway. As neither cycle pannier racks nor motorcycle pillion seats have a standard width, there's probably some adjustability.

You could have got these ones
https://www.carradice.co.uk/ranges/carradry/ex-post-office-panniers
but they cost a lot more.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Under the arches on 30 January, 2018, 02:34:50 pm
Yep that's them (the first ones). As you say will have to play about tonight with the webbing, which could maybe zip tied on the bike rack  ??? I had a quick faff last night and the problem is the width of the rack is somewhat smaller than the webbing, but too wide to double back?  ???

Apart from that they are good   :facepalm:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Palinurus on 30 January, 2018, 02:40:32 pm
Quote from: Under the arches on 30 January, 2018, 01:46:54 pm
Just bought some of those Royal Mail panniers. A steel.

But one slight downside they are for motor bikes, not push bikes  :facepalm:


I hadn't realised that, got the tip-off on CycleChat but haven't ordered yet (was waiting for payday)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 30 January, 2018, 02:51:23 pm
Creative stitching? But zip ties are far more cycle-tastic!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Under the arches on 02 February, 2018, 03:30:02 pm
After a bit more faffing. Not able to do adjust the strapping.

Will need a full rebuild. Lucky I have got an old modernised Lidl pair, that I can buggerise and scrap, as the mail ones are bigger & better fabric.   :facepalm:

Bit of a bugger but I should have them finished at the weekend  :-\
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Under the arches on 05 February, 2018, 10:46:27 am
Yep finished these off.

Now on my baked bean machine. I just need to get a spoke fitted into the wheel & I will look forward to my first camping trip on a bike. My tent fits into the pannier just. The material of them is solid as.

Pleased  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 05 February, 2018, 06:25:33 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4745/39203037915_2e27db2c51_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/22JePmP)WP_20180202_16_30_13_Pro (https://flic.kr/p/22JePmP) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

sorry for the poor phone pic, the lens must have been a tad misted up. Here's 'Olive' on this year's CTC Winter weekend 'Ruff Stuff', up at Beverley YHA. Olive seemed to cope with the glutenous stuff better than the MTB's.  it was 'well muddy'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 05 February, 2018, 07:11:18 pm
Looks like you found exactly the right consistency of mud.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 13 February, 2018, 05:51:22 pm
A wee saunter on the brommie, first in 2018.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4676/26375003258_be5944f14c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GbEMzu)5AB1E1BD-69B4-4C7C-B973-4442E92AC534 (https://flic.kr/p/GbEMzu) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 16 February, 2018, 09:35:11 am
Recent addition to the fold, and very first MTB.  1995 Saracen Powertrax, now with 1.75" (44mm) Schwalbe Silento touring slick-ish tyres and 65mm bluemels. Tange Chromoly DB frame seems a goody.  I may add a rack for commuting purposes.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/39405191415_4190c67d40.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2336UxZ)Saracen-PTrx_95 (https://flic.kr/p/2336UxZ) by aaekoxon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 16 February, 2018, 03:03:34 pm
Latest home for my Rohloff hub, Thorn Mercury, necessitated by a cracked Ti frame and the only OTP frame that suited my needs.  Required the hub converting to disk brake and external shift box.  Had it since November, a couple of thousand miles,  2 Audax, Festive 500, mini tour and the usual commuting, different to it's predecessor, pros and cons but on the whole I like it.
 
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4666/40118027192_2a3afde159_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2486nN1)Thorn Mercury (https://flic.kr/p/2486nN1) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4673/26340314288_72a7c8c859_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/G8AZKN)Wayfarers bench (https://flic.kr/p/G8AZKN) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr

Previous incarnations of what I still think of as the same bike, though there's not much of the original left.   They're  probably already in this thread somewhere.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5026/5592766517_c6e1cfe8c6_m.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/9wdoCV)Tiroll (https://flic.kr/p/9wdoCV) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8501/8435395839_9efa57bd3a_m.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/dRpBii)Day 6 Welcome to Berwick (https://flic.kr/p/dRpBii) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 27 February, 2018, 09:35:28 pm
Very nice bike, that  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 27 February, 2018, 09:47:03 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 16 February, 2018, 09:35:11 am
Recent addition to the fold, and very first MTB.  1995 Saracen Powertrax, now with 1.75" (44mm) Schwalbe Silento touring slick-ish tyres and 65mm bluemels. Tange Chromoly DB frame seems a goody.  I may add a rack for commuting purposes.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4745/39405191415_73e3506b23_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2336UxZ)Saracen-PTrx_95 (https://flic.kr/p/2336UxZ) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

My 1996 Forcetrax (bought new).  Absolute joy to ride as a "camping bike" conversion.  In fact I'll be using it tomorrow to ride to my early morning Wattbike class given the weather forecast.

Same Tange frame but I swapped the brakes and levers for V Brake setup (I never found cantis I liked). Bars are Thorn "Comfort bars" with ergon grips via a Quill-to-Ahead converter post.
2.0" Marathons but I'll go bigger when they wear out.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4755/40481676652_6466137ebf_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24Feb7h)]
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 28 February, 2018, 03:23:01 pm
Quote from: LEE on 27 February, 2018, 09:47:03 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 16 February, 2018, 09:35:11 am
Recent addition to the fold, and very first MTB.  1995 Saracen Powertrax, now with 1.75" (44mm) Schwalbe Silento touring slick-ish tyres and 65mm bluemels. Tange Chromoly DB frame seems a goody.  I may add a rack for commuting purposes.
...

My 1996 Forcetrax (bought new).  Absolute joy to ride as a "camping bike" conversion.  In fact I'll be using it tomorrow to ride to my early morning Wattbike class given the weather forecast.

Same Tange frame but I swapped the brakes and levers for V Brake setup (I never found cantis I liked). Bars are Thorn "Comfort bars" with ergon grips via a Quill-to-Ahead converter post.
2.0" Marathons but I'll go bigger when they wear out.
...

Nice.  I'll probably go to V-Brakes at some point.   I notice a small frame difference at the top of the seat stays.   The silentos roll nicely on the road - I need to play around with what the best pressures are for tarmac vs gravel etc.  I got caught out trying to do some of the Ridgeway last weekend, finding some very sticky clay/mud which really clogged with cantis & mudguards on, but bike's great on harder/drier rough surfaces.   Still getting used to the original 7-speed - requires more hopping about on the front rings to find the right gear.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LEE on 28 February, 2018, 05:08:48 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 28 February, 2018, 03:23:01 pm
   Still getting used to the original 7-speed - requires more hopping about on the front rings to find the right gear.

Mine is still the original gearing, which means it spins out quite quickly but I don't mind, it forces me to slow down and take in the views.

It's done more miles in France, as my camping bike, than in the UK.  Soon it will be back on the Motorhome for more rides through Sunflowers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 14 March, 2018, 02:22:33 pm
finished building my gravel/do-it-all bike, a few minor upgrades coming to get the weight under 10kg. the position is spot on, no toe overlap (a common issue with cx/gravel bikes) and it can maintain a decent speed, but still looking for fast all-round tyres.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180314/de588535694a348741bab7e8d826c198.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 14 March, 2018, 04:29:16 pm
The new Cruzbike, ready for roll-down and handling testing and getting used to the front end
Will add bar tape when I'm happy with the brake lever position.

(https://i.imgur.com/QKSzXpv.jpg)

and here's my 90's MTB now used as a runabout, with marathon racers

(https://i.imgur.com/YqS3fVh.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 March, 2018, 09:46:57 am
2018 modifications to Genesis Equilibrium - switched back to the Ritchey Classic bars and from a 48/38 double to 46/34/24 triple, swapped STI's for bar end shifters and fitted Panaracer Pasella 25c tyres.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4783/25931105557_9fba046fa4.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FvrGfR)IMG_0623a (https://flic.kr/p/FvrGfR) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4794/40753515812_f9bb614635.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/256fqqm)IMG_0621 (https://flic.kr/p/256fqqm) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: neil on 31 March, 2018, 08:57:31 pm
Ha, was very surprised to see this when just doing a Google search.

I am Neil who is in that article with Tommy Quick. I worked there for about 8 years, straight out of school. I remember that guy and still have the actual paper it was in. It was a pretty accurate account and description of the shop. Tom is still doing well and well into his 80's. He was an engineering genius and although I have zero qualifications of note he taught me so much that I still use today. His teaching and approach has helped me do what I do today, will be 20 years at Condor this year.

Thanks for sharing.
All the best
Neil

Quote from: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2016, 06:26:28 pm
So, as mentioned up thread I have a new bike, who has been christened Dakota as she is one shade of grey.  Dakota Johnson played Anna, the female lead character in the film adaptation of “Fifty Shades of Grey” - my new bike is a toothsome lass both lithe of limb and body, much like Ms Johnson – I hope she’ll be pleased if she ever finds out.
 
During the summer of 2015 I finished building Fred my Surly Disc Trucker, here he is on comedy off-roading mode …

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_3502_zpsuao1vn4o.jpg)

… and Fred’s steel frame proved to something of a revelation as the last steel framed bike I rode was in the mid-80s.  Suddenly my alloy framed Ribble 7005 winter trainer / audax machine felt choppy and rough, even with carbon forks and hand built wheels.  Despite Son of Oscar the Ribble being a trusty friend since 2009, since which time we have traveled many thousands of miles together over all manner of terrain and at every hour of the day and night, my mind turned to replacing him with a steel framed bicycle (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=99949.msg2091244#msg2091244) that was substantially lighter than Fred.
 
The thread I linked to in the previous paragraph prompted that nice man Torslanda of John’s Bikes, Manchester to offer me a Reynolds 653 lugged frame built by TJ Quick in 1990 for Robh of this parish.  Even from the photos the frame looked lovely with its Stronglight headset, shot-in seat stays (now I know what they are!) and dropped crown fork.  John said he also had a nice pair of wheels with Ambrosio Evolution rims and polished Ambrosio hubs – a deal was done! 
 
The frame and wheels seemed to offer the chance to have a bike that was different from the Ribble and markedly different from the Surly, which in heavy duty tour mode weighs in at 18kg!  To make the difference all the more marked I decided to go for the SRAM Apex group set.  I have never used SRAM kit and none of my bikes have ever had a compact double.  It’s also been a long time since I rode a bike with integrated brake levers and shifters; both Fred and the Ribble sported bar end shifters.  With mudguards (PDW Full Metal Fenders off the Ribble) and pedals Dakota weighs a bit over 10kg.
 
And here she is …

(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps6i9apyc8.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpss65t1iec.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsif4pcepq.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps73desugq.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsvuzzdc8m.jpg)

It wasn’t just Dakota’s looks and potential that attracted me, but also her heritage.  She was clearly built by a craftsman so I have researched TJ Quick.  Tom, or Tommy as he appears to be also known, Quick had his first shop in the early 50s having been a frame builder with Holdsworth beforehand.  They offered him a job after he’d asked them to check over a frame he’d built in his garden shed.  After a couple of moves he ended up with a shop in Stansted Road, Forest Hill.  Tom developed a reputation for lightweight road bikes and track bikes, the latter no doubt helped by his proximity to the Herne Hill Velodrome where his bikes were often seen.  There are reports of him building a few mountain bikes later in his career and he also built the triplet used by The Goodies on their BBC telly programmes.   Tom undertook general engineering jobs as well as building frames sold under other brands.  Apparently he retired in 2000 to enjoy his golf and in 2013 was reported as being in his 80s, I hope Tom is still going strong – I’d love to meet him.

An article written by Magnus Miles and published in The Independent in April 1993 gives you a sense of what Tom Quick and his shop were like:

Quote
I am not a serious cyclist in the competitive sense, but I like to do a 50-miler now and then, and when I do I want a decent set of wheels under me. I have done a few long trips on my mountain bike, but it is hard work, so I decided to treat myself to a hand-built road bike, a fast tourer.  A lot of bike shops are a bit flash for my liking: I wanted a more traditional type of place. When someone recommended TJQ in Forest Hill, south London, run by Thomas Quick, who builds bikes on the premises, I liked the sound of it and one day I decided to call in.

Behind the counter was a young man in glasses. I told him what I required and he prepared an estimate. It was soon obvious that he knew what he was talking about. It was also obvious that the bike would not be cheap: he came up with pounds 700 for a fully-fitted machine.

While we were talking I became aware of a lurking presence in the room behind the shop. I had heard that Mr Quick was a modest man. 'Er . . . is that the workshop through there?' I asked. 'Yes,' replied the young man, in a way that prevented further questioning. Mr Quick was clearly not going to make an appearance on this occasion.

But when I went back a couple of weeks later, they were both in the shop. Mr Quick looks like a cycle engineer should look. My decision was made. 'I've decided to have my bike built here,' I announced. And at that moment, I realised that the decision was not up to me. It was up to Mr Quick. He looked at the young man; then at me again. Yes, he said, he would build me a bike.

'I understand you make the bikes on the premises,' I said.

'Yes, I build the frame and paint it, and young Neil here will fit the gear.'

'Right,' I enthused, 'I'll leave it all up to you, then. I don't know anything about bike-building.' Mr Quick did not pass comment but merely glanced at Neil, then at my primitive mountain bike, which I had parked inside his shop. Mr Quick is of the old school and I do not think he likes mountain bikes much.

He produced a tape measure. 'First, we'll have to see how tall you are and measure your legs.' He said 'legs' as if the word were in inverted commas.

As Mr Quick measured me, I said: 'I'd like the colour to be British Rail red.' Mr Quick and Neil glanced at each other again. He wrote something in his notebook, then crossed it out. You could have Post Office red or signal red, he told me; there was no British Rail red. I chose signal red.

'And everything else black,' I added. They both looked at me. 'Everything?'

'Except the chrome bits,' I corrected.

My only other specifications were a Brooks racing saddle and Cinelli handlebars, which have an attractive sweep.

'It will be Reynolds 531 Competition Tubing,' Mr Quick informed me.

And that was it. A couple of weeks later I received a polite letter: 'The cycle which you ordered is now complete and ready for collection. The price is as quoted pounds 700.'

I went up on the bus to pick it up. A beautiful red machine stood in the middle of the shop. Mr Quick seemed pleased with it.

I thought I saw him smile as I rode away. And it goes like the clappers.

The chap called Neil mentioned in the article is Neil Manning who is now Condor's Production Director.

I'm extremely grateful to Torslanda for offering me the frame and doing such a good job building it up.  He also got the rear triangle resprayed, you can't see the join!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 01 April, 2018, 12:34:00 am
Hi Neil

It's nice to see this tale coming around to some sort of closure.

I remember you from Tom's shop when I bought the frame, and we also met again at the London Bike Show some years back, when you were on the Condor stand.

It's wonderful to learn that Tom is still going. At the time my experience of bike shop owners was that they were an entirely miserable bunch. Tom changed my mind on that front: he invited me back into the store room to show me the tubing that he would be using for my build, he listened to my questions, and I think he even (I may have imagined this) offered me a cup of tea and half of his cheese sandwich.

That frame meant a lot to me, and I thought long and hard before passing it onto Torslanda, who I thought would do it justice. It seems that he did. When he built it up and passed it onto Oscar's Dad I was very pleased that it had it found an appreciative new owner.

Thank you for your help all of those years ago. Thanks to Torslanda for the rebuild and I hope the Oscar's Dad is enjoying the frame. It's great to think that this lovely piece of craftsmanship is still out there, eating up the miles :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: neil on 02 April, 2018, 08:13:07 pm
Great to hear Robh, nice to be reminded about those days.

All the best
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 02 April, 2018, 10:32:35 pm
Small world. And what a fabulous story!

Just a shame Oscar's Dad's pictures don't show, we are both, justifiably I think, proud of that build.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 06 April, 2018, 09:35:59 pm
I had my commuter nicked recently, and decided to replace it with an undesirable rigid mountain bike from a bike recycling place that I volunteer at.  This was going for £70 (that's the higher end for this type of thing) but since I was going to do the work on it myself they let me have it for nowt.  We swapped the knobbly tyres for some slicks which were almost unused and since I've had it I've also used my Schwalbe studded winter tyres.  We also found an old rack which I had to bend in several places to fit so I hope it holds out.  So far I've spent about £11 on new bar tape (reduced because it was that silly stuff that changes to white half way down, but I didn't need that bit), and 17p on mudguards (Aldi spring water, contents used on plants and in kettle.  I may splash out on a second bottle for full coverage).  Pedals and saddle I already had going spare.  It's funny how once you get into the recycling mentality you're reluctant to spend any money whatsoever.

The frame is unmarked but the bars have Scott something on them so I can only assume it's one of theirs.  It's steel and much lighter than the random aluminium frames I was also looking at. There are a fair few bits of surface rust which I hope add to the undesirable nature.  I've never got my head around Shimano's hierarchy but I can tell the components are better than I'm used to, by feel/movement and the fact that the v brakes have things to keep the pad movement parallel to the rims. It's got canti bits too.

It's got a ridiculously long stem, which I'd like to change, and a laid back seat post, so I can only assume the previous owner had short legs and a very long back. Eventually I'd like a hub dynamo (when I rule the world ALL bikes will have one) and proper mudguards.  I've become rather attached to it already, my only problem is that I tend to refer to my bikes by manufacturer (they've never had names) and I don't really know what to call this one.

(http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/180318.jpg) (http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_7036.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 06 April, 2018, 09:58:52 pm
Very cool indeed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 07 April, 2018, 10:29:41 am
If the chainset and rear mech are original (I suspect they might be) I’d guess the bike was born in the early 90s. I always liked the look of that black LX kit.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Arellcat on 07 April, 2018, 01:34:09 pm
Quote from: Paul on 07 April, 2018, 10:29:41 am
If the chainset and rear mech are original (I suspect they might be) I’d guess the bike was born in the early 90s. I always liked the look of that black LX kit.

Black LX ran from 1993 to 1996.  Your looks to have LX all round, which suggests it's original.  Normally the dérailleurs would've been upgraded (or downgraded) as they wore out, while brakes tend to soldier on.  It would've had cantis originally.

The Scott Sandoa and Summit had STX dérailleurs and chainsets while the Boulder was all-LX; the Sandoa came with low end hubs; the Summit gained QRs.  All three bikes came with the Scott AT3 handlebar; I had the AT4 Pro on my Trek 850 of the early 90s.

Most steel-framed Scotts of the 90s had a semi-lugged joint at the top of the seat tube, but that detail seemed to be reserved for the higher end bikes.  The Boulder of about 1995 was all black, while the Sandoa was purple and the Summit silver and black.  So I would suggest it's a Boulder under the black paint.  This one looks pretty similar (http://sagilca.info/f1ba-scott-boulder-mountain-bike/5c5772-my-neighbours-gate-one-for-the-old-bike-fans-singletrack-forum.html), just a larger frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 07 April, 2018, 07:56:00 pm
I think I have some LX cantis. They wouldn't be a patch on your (what I suspect are XT) v brakes but if you go old-school mad let me know and I'll have a look.

Are the shifters original? Can't tell from the pic.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 07 April, 2018, 08:10:55 pm
Wow, thanks to you very knowledgeable folks. :thumbsup:  It does look very much like that Boulder.  I'll try and remember to take a few pics of the details.

I'll do my best to look after it, but also keep it looking superficially scruffy (not unlike myself) to deter anyone else trying to take possession.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 09 April, 2018, 04:51:08 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t
I like it
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 09 April, 2018, 06:45:05 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t

Ace colour scheme.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 08:26:14 pm
Quote from: Jakob W on 09 April, 2018, 06:45:05 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t

Ace colour scheme.
Thanks. I don’t think it’s a colour combination that’s been requested before judging from the feedback at the factory but they said it ‘turned out alright’, I’ll take that feedback from a Yorkshire man .  I’m happy with it and also that I resisted the urge to go chrome on the components. Think the black looks more modern.

It rides lovely.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 09 April, 2018, 09:28:59 pm
It's similar to the Gulf/Ford GT40 scheme, but looks different to variants I've seen before - I guess the shades are slightly different. I reckon that would look great with silver finishing kit and wheels as well, but it's very handsome either way!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 09 April, 2018, 10:12:38 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t



Very nice indeed. It’s a pity viewing the full size images requires logging in to Pinterest though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 10 April, 2018, 12:34:06 am
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 09 April, 2018, 10:12:38 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 09 April, 2018, 02:40:29 pm
Here's my new build.  Great service and advice from the staff at Bob Jackson Cycles.

https://pin.it/fsrgqmeflxqe5t



Very nice indeed. It’s a pity viewing the full size images requires logging in to Pinterest though.
Yes it’s a bit of a pain. Not sure how to put pictures directly on here.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:49:37 am
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/1f/2c/25/1f2c252e02273dce64833a4e68e4e1a4.jpg?epik=0XRrhE_IWn2tw)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:50:06 am
Like that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 10 April, 2018, 09:59:19 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:50:06 am
Like that?

Nice one.  Thanks.  How?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 April, 2018, 03:00:13 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 02 April, 2018, 10:32:35 pm
Small world. And what a fabulous story!

Just a shame Oscar's Dad's pictures don't show, we are both, justifiably I think, proud of that build.

Just picked up on this, great to hear from you Neil!  I can't do it today but I will re-post the photos, they aren't showing due to Photobucket changing their hosting rules.

Sadly Dakota hasn't been ridden since last May and sustained some paint damage on her forks when she got bashed by the camping trailer  ::-) , I must somehow organise a repair.  But, good news, Dakota will be on the road again very soon as the Surly needs a pre-Alps fettle and clean.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 April, 2018, 12:17:53 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 10 April, 2018, 03:00:13 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 02 April, 2018, 10:32:35 pm
Small world. And what a fabulous story!

Just a shame Oscar's Dad's pictures don't show, we are both, justifiably I think, proud of that build.

Just picked up on this, great to hear from you Neil!  I can't do it today but I will re-post the photos, they aren't showing due to Photobucket changing their hosting rules.

Sadly Dakota hasn't been ridden since last May and sustained some paint damage on her forks when she got bashed by the camping trailer  ::-) , I must somehow organise a repair.  But, good news, Dakota will be on the road again very soon as the Surly needs a pre-Alps fettle and clean.

Neil, here are some photos of Dakota, my TJ Quick.  Is there any way of showing them to Mr Quick himself...?

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/793/27494876728_5cfa6d6a05_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HTCqWL)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HTCqWL) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/41323204092_73aa66cc0b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/25XAdU5)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/25XAdU5) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/786/26494867957_6c00eff7dd_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Gng8be)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Gng8be) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/873/27494883078_dcdbac1548_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HTCsQf)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HTCsQf) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/885/26494863607_e3dd77c9f6_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Gng6Te)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Gng6Te) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/821/40471057425_4748811587_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24EhKoa)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/24EhKoa) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/893/41366231561_885d752c10_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/262oKsZ)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/262oKsZ) by Steve Rowley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/50089483@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 April, 2018, 12:39:18 am
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 10 April, 2018, 09:59:19 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:50:06 am
Like that?

Nice one.  Thanks.  How?

Only just picked this up.

Clicked on your link. Opened the pic I wanted. Copied the url. Clicked on 'Reply'. Clicked on the 'Image' tag (under the I for italic). Paste between the [ img] [ /img]. Post.

Make sense?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 11 April, 2018, 12:42:41 am
Stonking looking bike thobut!  :thumbsup:

Did a 'Gulf' bike mesen a couple of years ago...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 11 April, 2018, 10:35:30 am
Not been here for a while - so thought I'd show off the new toy...


(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/40917777832_9508e577b7_o.jpg)

26 x 4.8 inch tyres!! and a 100m travel lefty fork.


and the first ride was quite muddy...  ;D

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/815/26280474347_fe39b7abbf_o.jpg)

it's very good fun.. :thumbsup: it just finds traction - even when the mud was gloopy enough to swallow my shoes...

and a departure from my usual steel framed rigid hub geared mtb

(I've no idea why the flickr images are upside down!)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 11 April, 2018, 10:41:16 am
Are you currently down under?   :D

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 11 April, 2018, 10:50:49 am
o/~~ In case of anti gravity,
pee gets on the loose....

Oh the intergalactic laxative
will get you from here to there
for cosmic constipation
there's none that can compare

(etc etc)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 11 April, 2018, 02:18:35 pm
Quote from: Moultonaught on 11 April, 2018, 10:35:30 am
Not been here for a while - so thought I'd show off the new toy...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/40917777832_9508e577b7_o.jpg)

Can't see the Vegemite?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moultonaught on 11 April, 2018, 02:40:53 pm
will a tub of Castrol LM grease suffice!?

maybe best if that's a rhetorical question as this is YACF...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 11 April, 2018, 02:45:10 pm
"I said Do you speak-a my language?
He just smiled and gave me a Castrol sandwich."

Hmmm......... But the bike! Everyone's so struck by the antigravity photos that no one's commented on the antigravity tyres! Just add helium. To fully appreciate the bike, we really need a post-ride photo also in the kitchen.  :D :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:22:05 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 11 April, 2018, 12:39:18 am
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 10 April, 2018, 09:59:19 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:50:06 am
Like that?

Nice one.  Thanks.  How?

Only just picked this up.

Clicked on your link. Opened the pic I wanted. Copied the url. Clicked on 'Reply'. Clicked on the 'Image' tag (under the I for italic). Paste between the [ img] [ /img]. Post.

Make sense?

Ok got it, thanks will take note...

Wasn't thinking Gulf racing colours when I picked them but I see what you mean, I like it even more now!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:31:22 am
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3d/91/24/3d9124401d4e2f2b503ffa0b71da6db6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d7/4d/22/d74d22376d487d853d83aa773fd2bd04.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/57/59/c3/5759c3b9616e467f8c1daffe4e3c7ce6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/61/ee/3d/61ee3d434bdce757c31d1a0098655db5.jpg)

A few images re posted to save anyone having to go into Pinterest.  Thanks for advice on posting Torslanda.

Just need some decent wheels now and it will be complete...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 16 April, 2018, 11:18:48 am
Quote from: Moultonaught on 11 April, 2018, 10:35:30 am
Not been here for a while - so thought I'd show off the new toy...


Very nice, lot of fun aren't they?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 16 April, 2018, 12:12:37 pm
Pinterest doesn’t work for me at all, so thanks for posting the photos.

Nice bicycle! You’ve done a good job with the complementary colours (chosen with a colour wheel?). I usually prefer silver components, but the black ones here make sure you don’t mistake this for a Bob Jackson from the eighties. What’s strapped to the left crank? I ask because I don’t see a magnet on the chain stay.

How does it ride? I periodically think about getting a Bob Jackson. They come across as workmanlike frames: beautiful but not pointlessly fussy or polished like the new wave of custom builders with slick websites and slick pricing. Bicycles for riding rather than Instagram.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 April, 2018, 12:49:31 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:31:22 am
A few images re posted to save anyone having to go into Pinterest.  Thanks for advice on posting Torslanda.

Just need some decent wheels now and it will be complete...
That's a very good looking bike. What don't you like about the wheels?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 16 April, 2018, 02:29:21 pm
modern cadence (and speed) sensors operate using in-built accelerometer, therefore any extra magnets are not required
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 16 April, 2018, 10:16:22 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 16 April, 2018, 02:29:21 pm
modern cadence (and speed) sensors operate using in-built accelerometer, therefore any extra magnets are not required

These are brilliant, because they're so tidy, they cope with non-diamond-frame geometries and there's less to get bashed out of alignment.  They're also irritating, because they're wireless, which means you have to arse about waking things up before they work, and there are extra batteries to worry about.

(Edge case: I sometimes get noisy cadence readings from one of these on the Red Baron.  I presume due to the bike frame acting as a shite road surface amplifier; it worked fine when I tested it on my Dawes upwrong.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 18 April, 2018, 03:22:36 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 16 April, 2018, 12:12:37 pm
Pinterest doesn’t work for me at all, so thanks for posting the photos.

Nice bicycle! You’ve done a good job with the complementary colours (chosen with a colour wheel?). I usually prefer silver components, but the black ones here make sure you don’t mistake this for a Bob Jackson from the eighties. What’s strapped to the left crank? I ask because I don’t see a magnet on the chain stay.

How does it ride? I periodically think about getting a Bob Jackson. They come across as workmanlike frames: beautiful but not pointlessly fussy or polished like the new wave of custom builders with slick websites and slick pricing. Bicycles for riding rather than Instagram.

Thanks, and yes I used a colour wheel online to check out contrasting colours and see what works.  Came out ok I reckon.  The thing on the crank is the cadence sensor, doesn't require a magnet.  My other bike has a speed and cadence sensor in one fitted into the chainstay, posh eh!  That does use a magnet however.

It took me a while to decide on this frame tbh.  Eventually I figured that steel is steel and the slick pricing didn't necessarily make for a better bike.  I wanted steel for comfort so didn't see the point of going for a 953 mega stiff frame and I've seen a few reports of cracked titanium frames.  It's a shame that the BJ website looks so dated, and I think some of the images of the frames on there are poor colour choices and can seem off putting unless you want a 'vintage look'.  When I popped into the factory to have a look they had some stunning paint jobs hanging in reception waiting for pick up so I decided to go for it.  The frame looks classy and just as good looking as any of the very expensive ones.  They explained they are cheaper because they make more.  It rides nicely, only done about 120 miles so far and longest was 40 so looking forward to a big audax to test the comfort level over long distance.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 18 April, 2018, 03:28:18 pm
Quote from: Paul on 16 April, 2018, 12:49:31 pm
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:31:22 am
A few images re posted to save anyone having to go into Pinterest.  Thanks for advice on posting Torslanda.

Just need some decent wheels now and it will be complete...
That's a very good looking bike. What don't you like about the wheels?

Wheels are ok just a bit old now and done a lot of miles, the rear hub doesn't run as smoothly as it did despite keeping clean and serviced.  Also because of the spokes I'm always worried of one snapping and not being able to easily replace when out on a ride.  My LBS told me the type I have mean I wont be able to do this.  I would like a stronger wheelset too, something designed for all seasons with a decent load bearing capacity as I have a pannier rack I intend to use on the frame.  Mostly though everything else is new apart form the wheels....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 18 April, 2018, 06:46:22 pm
Very nice. The downside of bikes like that is that I'm now wanting something new and i have neither the space nor money.

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: halvis on 18 April, 2018, 10:50:42 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:49:37 am
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This looks great, nice job!  Nicest I have seen I think and they always look like a classy build.

Which model frame is it, End to End?  Are they deep drop brakes, if so which ones.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 19 April, 2018, 12:25:04 am
Lovely looking bike. Always makes me want to build a Bob Jackson to go with my better half’s.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Finrodfelagund on 19 April, 2018, 04:36:47 pm
Quote from: halvis on 18 April, 2018, 10:50:42 pm
Quote from: Torslanda on 10 April, 2018, 12:49:37 am
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This looks great, nice job!  Nicest I have seen I think and they always look like a classy build.

Which model frame is it, End to End?  Are they deep drop brakes, if so which ones.

Yes it’s the Audax end to end. Miche 57mm brakes. Changed the pads though as the ones that came were like fudge.


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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: brainstormer on 29 April, 2018, 06:13:11 am
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:31:22 am
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3d/91/24/3d9124401d4e2f2b503ffa0b71da6db6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d7/4d/22/d74d22376d487d853d83aa773fd2bd04.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/57/59/c3/5759c3b9616e467f8c1daffe4e3c7ce6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/61/ee/3d/61ee3d434bdce757c31d1a0098655db5.jpg)

A few images re posted to save anyone having to go into Pinterest.  Thanks for advice on posting Torslanda.

Just need some decent wheels now and it will be complete...
What a beautiful E-E!! the colour scheme is brilliant! absolutely stunning!

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: brainstormer on 29 April, 2018, 06:19:07 am
Quote from: sojournermike on 19 April, 2018, 12:25:04 am
Lovely looking bike. Always makes me want to build a Bob Jackson to go with my better half’s.
hi,

not sure about your side of the world... I did build a BJ end to end for my better half around 2 winters ago. My missy treat it "so well" that it only been taken out to rode 3 times so far.... ;p

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180429/f2b87c84b3e3358aec56bd2bfea5e4a8.jpg)

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 29 April, 2018, 01:33:50 pm
Never mind the Bob Jackson, that’s some nice furniture!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: brainstormer on 29 April, 2018, 05:28:27 pm
Quote from: Samuel D on 29 April, 2018, 01:33:50 pm
Never mind the Bob Jackson, that’s some nice furniture!
haha,

sharp eyes Samuel D. ;)

this is the storage space usually stocked up by the nice things my missy won't bother missed.

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 14 May, 2018, 11:03:25 pm
By night...

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/958/28241876388_1d7c911778_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/K2CZVf)IMG_20180514_215022874 (https://flic.kr/p/K2CZVf) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

The spoke reflectives have been on for a few years, as has the mudguard / frame tape.  Schwalbe tyres and Aldi toptube bag are new - but may not stay that long.

By day

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/962/41328080195_c38242ee0b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/25Y2doP)IMG_20180519_102701918 (https://flic.kr/p/25Y2doP) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

ps.  I'll be impressed if anyone knows where in Oxfordshire this wall is (also features on a well known autumnal Audax).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 17 May, 2018, 02:29:50 pm
Tested my new homemade bikepacking bags at the weekend on the Capital Trail (http://www.bikepacking.com/routes/bikepacking-scotland-the-capital-trail/). Friday was awful with 30mph headwinds heading over the Lamermuirs meaning slow progress and our destination of Galashiels by day one was impossible. While Saturday was gorgeous, torrential rain forecast for the Sunday morning (which eventually didn't happen) saw us decide that an afternoon in the beer garden and train back from Galashiels was the better option.  :-[  Cracking weekend though. I'll tackle it later in the year with better weather.

(https://i.imgur.com/ZJdZbw4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 17 May, 2018, 04:17:36 pm
Impressive, what's the capacity of the 'saddle bag'?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 17 May, 2018, 10:50:27 pm
It's 12l. More specifically a 12l Lomo drybag (https://www.lomo.co.uk/acatalog/dry-bags-info_355.html#SID=117). One at the front and one at the back in the homemade harnesses. I based them on those by Revelate to make packing up in the morning easy. You just leave the harnesses attached to the bike and strap the drybags on. Mates all spent ages getting their gear strapped on and secure in the morning. Means I can use different sized bags for different lengths of trip too. With the framebag as above its about 30l total plus a couple litres strapped to the fork. Overkill for a weekend trip but a lot of my gear is quite bulky.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 24 May, 2018, 03:00:49 pm
the frame bag looks very neat without any straps, something i want to make but still reluctant to drill additional holes in the frame. would be interested to see the inside photo of the fixings.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 29 May, 2018, 01:05:47 am
Luckily the Pine Mountain comes with three holes on the top tube for this very purpose, or I'd have gone with straps myself. I don't have the guts to drill into a frame either.

My stitching is kind of embarrassing but I'll try and take some photos of the frame bag and harnesses this week for anyone interested in making their own.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 07:25:07 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/42912932212_ba3b0ae2a5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA)20180623_072029 (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

Parts transferred from Hewitt Cheviot.  The colour is called "Grandpa's Thermos" by Surly.  It's that or black for 2018.  I might lower the stem a bit, or fit a 100mm one.  It's slightly shorter in the top tube than the Hewitt was, and the extra steerer height pushes the bars backwards too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 June, 2018, 10:15:49 am
Surly do have some silly paint names, but the LHT is a fine bike whatever the colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 23 June, 2018, 11:03:29 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 07:25:07 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/42912932212_ba3b0ae2a5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA)20180623_072029 (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

Parts transferred from Hewitt Cheviot.  The colour is called "Grandpa's Thermos" by Surly.  It's that or black for 2018.  I might lower the stem a bit, or fit a 100mm one.  It's slightly shorter in the top tube than the Hewitt was, and the extra steerer height pushes the bars backwards too.

Looks good Roger!  OOI how much does it weigh as shown? 

My large frame 531ST BE 'unladen weight'* is ~14kg; add all the kit, water and....   I may swap on R501+Paselas to save 1.3kg for starters.
*with Schwalbe DC+, Sputnik rims, empty bags.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 11:19:53 am
31.5lb as pictured.  Probably about 29lb "marketing weight" without rack, SPDs and lights.  Dynamo hub adds a bit but the wheels are otherwise quite light as they have folding 30c Marathon Racer tyres*.  The frameset is a couple of ounces lighter than the Hewitt's 631/525 frame, despite being non-compact.

*100% reliable in 9 years despite some psyclepath and (ahem) offroad use
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 June, 2018, 09:17:46 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 11:19:53 am
31.5lb as pictured.  Probably about 29lb "marketing weight" without rack, SPDs and lights.  Dynamo hub adds a bit but the wheels are otherwise quite light as they have folding 30c Marathon Racer tyres*.  The frameset is a couple of ounces lighter than the Hewitt's 631/525 frame, despite being non-compact.

*100% reliable in 9 years despite some psyclepath and (ahem) offroad use
A Surly frame being lighter than anything else is pretty unusual!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 24 June, 2018, 07:54:45 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 07:25:07 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/42912932212_ba3b0ae2a5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA)20180623_072029 (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

Parts transferred from Hewitt Cheviot.  The colour is called "Grandpa's Thermos" by Surly.  It's that or black for 2018.  I might lower the stem a bit, or fit a 100mm one.  It's slightly shorter in the top tube than the Hewitt was, and the extra steerer height pushes the bars backwards too.


I rather like that! Agree about the stem, possibly rotating the bars so they are level at the top. Silver  finishings look nice, enjoy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 June, 2018, 09:54:02 pm
Position turns out to be right, for touring.  I have a couple more finger widths' reach on faster bikes and a much lower stem but this is better for longer slower rides.  A decent test ride with hills shows it rides pretty much the same as the Hewitt did unloaded, with no noticeable vices.  The acid test will come when I get the panniers out and test it with a 10kg bag of firewood on each side.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 25 June, 2018, 05:38:44 am
Nice Roger, very nice, I hope you love your LHT as much as I love my Disc Trucker.

I don’t know how Surly do it, they build a heavy bike which never feels like a heavy bike. They are great to ride with no load and equally great carrying over 30kg of camping kit. Whilst friends have to load their bikes carefully to avoid frame shimmies at high speed I just chuck my gear on Fred and off we go!  And, to cap it all, the week before last in the Alps, I had great fun chucking him round fast bends during twisty descents, as usual he was rock solid.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 25 June, 2018, 07:28:01 am
what he said...  when I had a LHT I thought it handled better with 20kg of luggage than when it was unloaded, and the x-check that replaced it is nearly as good (but I much prefer the x for unloaded riding)

nice looking build, Rog.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 26 June, 2018, 07:58:38 pm
Hauled a load of beer and stuff back from Sainsbury's, in rear panniers.  It's fine out of the saddle when loaded, unlike the Hewitt.   Black art, this touring bike design.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 26 June, 2018, 10:30:48 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 23 June, 2018, 07:25:07 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/42912932212_ba3b0ae2a5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA)20180623_072029 (https://flic.kr/p/28o4ZFA) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

Parts transferred from Hewitt Cheviot.  The colour is called "Grandpa's Thermos" by Surly.  It's that or black for 2018.  I might lower the stem a bit, or fit a 100mm one.  It's slightly shorter in the top tube than the Hewitt was, and the extra steerer height pushes the bars backwards too.

Looks very similar to how I have my Hewitt setup now after it's winter component refit after almost 10 years of service. BTW I rarely ride out of the saddle on this bike, as am more of a spinner than a masher, so I've never encountered the issues riding out of the saddle you describe. Smaller frame too (54cm), which may make a difference.

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(https://i.imgur.com/fTA68AT.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/fTA68AT.jpg)

I could do with a higher front light bracket and need to make the front dynamo wiring neater, though...

Quite liking the bar end shifters, though, they work well on a tourer. Had 2006-era Veloce Ergos on before, but they're being refurbished and will go on a neo-retro road bike build I have in the works
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 June, 2018, 06:26:46 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 26 June, 2018, 07:58:38 pm
Hauled a load of beer and stuff back from Sainsbury's, in rear panniers.  It's fine out of the saddle when loaded, unlike the Hewitt.   Black art, this touring bike design.

It is indeed and Surly know the magic.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jakob W on 28 June, 2018, 09:22:00 am
Good-looking bike there, RZ. Which rear rack is that?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 28 June, 2018, 10:54:04 am
Tubus Logo, I reckon
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 28 June, 2018, 11:00:49 am
Vega.  Logo has secondary pannier rails.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 28 June, 2018, 11:11:57 am
Tubus Cosmo on my Hewitt Cheviot, it's pretty heavy, as it's stainless steel, but has been utterly bomb-proof even with ridiculous loads on it. It's still the original one I had fitted back in early 2009 and still looks great.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 28 June, 2018, 12:18:36 pm
Quote from: chris n on 28 June, 2018, 11:00:49 am
Vega.  Logo has secondary pannier rails.

Which is what I thought the panniers were hanging off. Either that or excessive gaffer tape.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 June, 2018, 06:09:09 pm
Chris N, you're a steely-eyed pannier man.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 29 June, 2018, 11:02:17 am
 :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 29 June, 2018, 11:10:36 am
I'm confused (easily done, tbh) how are the panniers fixed?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 29 June, 2018, 11:14:37 am
I think you're looking at the wrong bike.  Rogerzilla's, which Jakob W was referring to and whose question I was answering, has a Tubus Vega.

Oxford_Guy's bike has a rack with secondary rails that the panniers are fitted to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 29 June, 2018, 11:19:52 am
Quote from: chris n on 29 June, 2018, 11:14:37 am
I think you're looking at the wrong bike.  Rogerzilla's, which Jakob W was referring to and whose question I was answering, has a Tubus Vega.

Oxford_Guy's bike has a rack with secondary rails that the panniers are fitted to.

Ah. yes.

Quote from: Ham on 29 June, 2018, 11:10:36 am
I'm confused (easily done, tbh) how are the panniers fixed?

 :-[
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 03 July, 2018, 07:44:03 am
Quote from: chris n on 29 June, 2018, 11:14:37 am
I think you're looking at the wrong bike.  Rogerzilla's, which Jakob W was referring to and whose question I was answering, has a Tubus Vega.

Oxford_Guy's bike has a rack with secondary rails that the panniers are fitted to.

Yes, I like this, because it means I can stuff the panniers quite full, but still have the top completely flat to put my tent and/and various dry bags etc. across the top (sideways), also keeps the centre of gravity a bit lower
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 16 July, 2018, 12:15:24 am
Quote from: Finrodfelagund on 16 April, 2018, 10:31:22 am
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3d/91/24/3d9124401d4e2f2b503ffa0b71da6db6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d7/4d/22/d74d22376d487d853d83aa773fd2bd04.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/57/59/c3/5759c3b9616e467f8c1daffe4e3c7ce6.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/61/ee/3d/61ee3d434bdce757c31d1a0098655db5.jpg)

A few images re posted to save anyone having to go into Pinterest.  Thanks for advice on posting Torslanda.

Just need some decent wheels now and it will be complete...
Well blow me down.

I was only admiring what I think was this very bike outside my local co-op on Saturday. I knew it looked familiar.

Was that you, Finrodfelagund? I was the guy on the mtb admiring.

Are you local?

Paul
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 20 July, 2018, 10:51:41 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/37559704_10156515643413399_8268807648283983872_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=1d00bc09342ee7e3a1dafa5ed42c1011&oe=5C115E9A)

Just started building this up for a friend, a Norman built in Ashford in Kent.
Only doing a light resto on it, anyone else come accross them?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 20 July, 2018, 11:07:42 pm
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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 21 July, 2018, 12:00:45 am
What are those handlebars?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 21 July, 2018, 12:33:32 am
Nitto, I will check the model.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 21 July, 2018, 10:00:28 am
Probably the "Noodle" bars, the tops bends backwards slightly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 July, 2018, 12:51:14 pm
Here's The Red Baron ready to be outwitted by FOREIGNS at the World HPV Championships  (Nissan Leaf for scale):

(http://www.ductilebiscuit.net/gallery_albums/BHPC/2018_07_14_09_04_31.sized.jpg)

Impressively, that DIY disc wheel didn't self-destruct, even with prolonged exposure to the sun softening the insulating tape that's holding the disc to the rim.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 21 July, 2018, 09:15:32 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 20 July, 2018, 10:51:41 pm
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/37559704_10156515643413399_8268807648283983872_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=1d00bc09342ee7e3a1dafa5ed42c1011&oe=5C115E9A)

Just started building this up for a friend, a Norman built in Ashford in Kent.
Only doing a light resto on it, anyone else come accross them?

When I were a lad, (12/13 ish) and into m/bikes, lad  across the road had a Norman Nippy,( 60's),  an early moped thing. Not sure it's the same company? 
https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=i&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwio_tSAgbHcAhWD-qQKHZ6OBpUQjRx6BAgBEAU&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.carandclassic.co.uk%2Fcar%2FC459027&psig=AOvVaw3dYSh297yY-2fOVYk9-lgb&ust=1532290477414068

this sort of thing
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Moose57 on 21 July, 2018, 09:43:42 pm
Yes it was the same company, they made Bicycles, Mopeds and some nice 2-stroke motorbikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 25 July, 2018, 09:49:12 pm
The colour scheme looks like a The Light Blue (yes, that reads badly, but it's a silly brand name).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Pedaldog. on 02 August, 2018, 11:34:55 pm
Quote from: Moose57 on 21 July, 2018, 09:43:42 pm
Yes it was the same company, they made Bicycles, Mopeds and some nice 2-stroke motorbikes.
I, aged 12, had a Norman with a 250cc Villiers engine in it. Had a James frame and a Greaves frame too. I used to swap the engine and stuff from Frame to Frame every few weeks. I loved the Villiers 2T engine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 04 August, 2018, 10:15:33 am
My new ride, it's a culmination of the last few years of experience with a nod to the history of the french Randonneur but with lots of modern touches. A run down of some of the more critical build bits,

- Velo Orange Polyvalent Disc frame
- White Industries Cranks with VBC rings (46/30)
- Deore XT M8000 SGS 11 Speed rear mech (Clutched)
- Ultegra r8000 front mech
- Dia Compe ENE 11 Speed Downtube Shifters
- TRP Spyre SLC Calipers
- Uberbike floating Rotors (160 Rear and 180 Front)
- 650B Wheels from The Cycle Clinic in Glemsford (Kinlin TL23 Rims on Novatec/ SP PD8)
- Gilles Berthoud GB25 bag on VO Randonneur Rack

The whole idea of this bike was that it would be a long distance ride but capable of handling touring. I can run up to a 40T Cassette (which is on it in the pics) giving plenty of range for loaded climbing and I'll run a 28T for Audax and daily riding.

After one 80km ride and a few shorter test rides I am really happy with it. Not the lightest bike but then that was never the idea of this one. Designed as a low trail front end it carries the weight in the bar bag well with no real noticeable impact on handling. Looking forward to trying it out on something a bit longer.

(http://thebrunners.com/blogs/onthebike/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_9367.jpg) (http://thebrunners.com/blogs/onthebike/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_9367.jpg)

(http://thebrunners.com/blogs/onthebike/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_9369.jpg)

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 August, 2018, 10:28:10 am
Fookin’ nice. If I didn’t have my Surly Disc Trucker I’d be tempted to follow your example.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 04 August, 2018, 05:28:53 pm
Quote
- Velo Orange Polyvalent Disc frame

...but it's green!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 August, 2018, 08:46:30 am
I love the zig-zag pattern in the mudguards.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 07 August, 2018, 08:07:04 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 04 August, 2018, 05:28:53 pm
Quote
- Velo Orange Polyvalent Disc frame

...but it's green!  ;D
I tried to explain that to my Kids but I gave up in the end, should have gone for a Pass Hunter which is actually......orange!

Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 06 August, 2018, 08:46:30 am
I love the zig-zag pattern in the mudguards.
Yep, I wasn't sure at first but considering they are 58mm wide I think it is great to have that broken up with the pattern.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 12 August, 2018, 10:36:41 am
Surly Cross-Check rebuild

Changes for 2018:
Woodchipper bars
Deore XT 'v' brakes (tektro linear pull levers)
11-32 8spd (with 44/34/24 triple)
Deore Rear Mech
Wheels rebuilt (Exal SP19 on Deore)
WTB Nano 40c tubeless
Selle Italia Flite Max gel flow saddle

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 12 August, 2018, 06:03:41 pm
Harris, the Bronx of the north.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 19 August, 2018, 08:18:51 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1867/30270499678_1bf5012200.jpg)

The Dawes in new black bar tape and new to it black saddle. The old tape was disintegrating and I had these spare, though I'm going to have to see if it grows on me or whether I go back to brown.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1850/44089611432_a4e512735d.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 29 August, 2018, 10:46:14 pm
https://www.flickr.com/photos/9699070@N03/shares/RcV05q

Looks fast when I'm not on it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 01 September, 2018, 07:36:06 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 19 August, 2018, 08:18:51 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1867/30270499678_1bf5012200.jpg)

The Dawes in new black bar tape and new to it black saddle. The old tape was disintegrating and I had these spare, though I'm going to have to see if it grows on me or whether I go back to brown.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1850/44089611432_a4e512735d.jpg)

I  know  its not a 'top spec, uber expensive' bike, but I've always liked this one, I  like the colour, and it's fit for purposesness, and the fact it gets out a lot. I think its one of my favourite bikes on this thread.  enjoy your life together.  :thumbsup:

Ps I've   had a chat with myself, and yes.......I like it a LOT!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 03 September, 2018, 06:42:21 pm
I agree with Blodwyn Pig as I often do on these matters. And there may be closet fans lurking.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 07 September, 2018, 04:42:34 pm
The mighty Quinn.  Same age as me.  Slightly odd combination of track forks and road wheels in the photos because I need to go and ride it somewhere like Toys R Us's car park (no way to fit a brake until Argos finish making me a slightly longer fork).  Most parts recycled from the Fuji except the chain, headset, looooong stem (it's a very short top tube) and bars.

Obsessively-feathered lugs.  Supposedly one of Harry's own builds.

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Garry at Argos had a bit of a WTF moment when he found the fork offset is 50mm, but the angles are pretty slack for a track frame, and I don't want the steering any slower with the new fork.  Besides, it's potentially lethal to have minimal tyre/down tube clearance with a front brake.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 07 September, 2018, 08:27:28 pm
I don't know which I love more: the bike or the photographs.

Another very fine job.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 08 September, 2018, 04:48:31 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 07 September, 2018, 04:42:34 pm
The mighty Quinn.  Same age as me.  Slightly odd combination of track forks and road wheels in the photos because I need to go and ride it somewhere like Toys R Us's car park (no way to fit a brake until Argos finish making me a slightly longer fork).  Most parts recycled from the Fuji except the chain, headset, looooong stem (it's a very short top tube) and bars.

Obsessively-feathered lugs.  Supposedly one of Harry's own builds.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1880/30664041998_d029f21855_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NHFenh)

Chapeau, Mr. Z.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 08 September, 2018, 04:51:26 pm
About as far from RZ's track bike as you can get - fitted TRP Hylex brakes to the Pact this week
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1856/30681620528_070cf07052_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NKejRo)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 September, 2018, 05:07:16 pm
That looks EVIL  :thumbsup:

(You need some Pathclear or Round-Up)  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 08 September, 2018, 06:21:11 pm
Quote from: chris n on 08 September, 2018, 04:51:26 pm
TRP Hylex brakes
Nice.

Good?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Chris N on 09 September, 2018, 05:23:17 am
Thanks both. :)

Quote from: rogerzilla on 08 September, 2018, 05:07:16 pm
(You need some Pathclear or Round-Up)  :P
Neighbour's wall, council's road.  I don't care. :P

Quote from: Paul on 08 September, 2018, 06:21:11 pm
Good?
Dunno yet.  Back feels like it needs bleeding after cutting the hose to length but the front seems OK.  Going to take it for a ride this morning and see.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 October, 2018, 12:21:24 pm
Moulton TSR bought from slope OTP.  It was never a TSR-anything because it was bought from new as a frameset only. slope was running it as an 18 speed with North Road bars but I've changed it to a 9 speed with dropped bars, which will be swapped for nice oversize Ritchey silver ones when the Dimension stem I need arrives from the USA.  Hubs and brakes are Ultegra, crankset is a Hubjub 144BCD track crankset (Andel, unbranded) and the ring is a Sugino 56T.  Brake levers are RX100 and for once the typically yellowed white hoods actually look good. 

The 1 x 9 shifts well, with no chain drop over bumps.  Gear range is about 34" to 93".  I'm not bothered about pedalling at over 30mph.

Weighs 25lb without pedals; I'd hoped for 23lb and some nutters have got TSRs down to 20lb with lots of CF and Ti bits.  Folding tyres, better bars and a lighter BB (this has a cheap solid axle FSA unit because I didn't want to splurge on something that might not be the right length - turns out 113mm is right) might lose 3/4 pound.  It's not too bad as it is, though.

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 13 October, 2018, 12:46:55 pm
Fantastic Moulton!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 October, 2018, 05:28:27 pm
And the final project for hopefully a long time, The Mightier Quinn.  An £80 fleaBay purchase that had been sitting in a barn (literally) for nigh-on 30 years.  It's a genuine Liverpool Quinn, Q4694 (1978-79) and the weight says it's 531DB.  Large 23 1/2" frame but even so, the salvaged SR Laprade seatpost is right on the mark.  Built up with inexpensive fixie kit and a front wheel I had anyway.  GC700 brake the best option for looooooong drop.  As you can see from the lamp bracket, it's getting a dynamo wheel when I get around to building one.

It can be run as a SS if required, as it has fittings for a rear brake.  I am ridiculously pleased with the white mudguards and old-style reflector.  H. Lloyd screwed up the printing of the head decal (no white!) but it's too late now it's lacquered.

The ride is a bit hard on those folding Durano Plus Etapes but they were about nine quid each, shouldn't puncture, and weigh very little.  Slightly reduced 46 x 18 gearing for those winter headwinds.  The BB height is perfect for a fixie.

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 13 October, 2018, 05:58:31 pm
^^^ Jeez that's gorgeous. What colour? Where painted?

I'm glad I sold you the Moulton TSR ;) - Storm Callum required (riding into Beddgelert for vittels today), being submerged beyond BB and pedals on the 700C wheeled Longstaff!

Water levels only (hopefully?) just below SP front dyno hub and rear LX hub.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 October, 2018, 06:07:44 pm
Thanks - I always use Argos in Bristol because I can drive there, and the saving on carriage offsets the fact that they're more expensive than most.  It's just called flam yellow - like all flams, it sings in sunlight.

I did think of you when I saw the report of 74mph winds at Capel Curig.  SO really, really wants to live in north Wales.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 13 October, 2018, 06:46:24 pm
You'll not see nothing like. Without or within . . .  ;D

Living in North Wales only works if you're a). On a hill & ii). Away from a water course

As long as you like sheep & rain - and you're not bothered about gammontourists from NW England - you'll be fine.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 13 October, 2018, 08:07:08 pm
Verry nice indeed.  :P
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 October, 2018, 09:46:28 am
I love how bikes evolve over the years you own them, an upgrade here, a modification there.  Dakota has evolved into this winter's bike.  Schwalbe Durano Plus boots fitted and a new B&M Lumotec IQ Cyo Premium Senso Plus powered by a dyno hub front wheel I already had...

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1931/45482230572_c4ed4811f5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ci7jzb)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Torslanda on 24 October, 2018, 09:54:37 am
That's looking really well. Evolution, it's the future . . .
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 October, 2018, 10:03:12 am
Quote from: Torslanda on 24 October, 2018, 09:54:37 am
That's looking really well. Evolution, it's the future . . .

We out this evening and its going to be interesting to see if 23mm Durano Plus boots and the different front wheel adversely impacts the ride.  Dakota's Ambrosio wheels are just lovely when shod with 25mm GP 4 Seasons.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 03:49:14 pm
What are them rims? Is it Ti rear and fork +seat post too?
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 04:00:28 pm
Quote from: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 03:49:14 pm
What are them rims? Is it Ti rear and fork +seat post too?
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)

Joseph Kuosac carbon fibre rimmed wheels.
Ti rear triangle.
Ti front fork.
Brompification Ti seatpost.
Joseph Kuosac lightweight saddle - so comfortable that I've bought a second one and put it on the commuter.
Ti Parts Workshop removable pedals. I had Brompification ones on there, but they fell apart in fairly short order and SJS kindly refunded me fully.
I expect the TPW ones will disintegrate likewise - the bearings are of the size of those one might install in a watch....
Ti Parts Workshop eazy wheels.
Shimano Alfine chainset and bottom bracket - That was a mistake - although it looks better, it is a few ounces heavier than the Brompton original.
If they made the Metrea with a chainring bigger than 46T, I'd fit one in a heartbeat - just for the aesthetics.
Brompification self-aligning frame clamps.
A handful of Ti fasteners.
Sub 11kg 9kg.
Just.

It would've been cheaper to buy a yacht and keep it moored in Marbella for a few years.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 04:20:27 pm
I checked out Charlie's Ti brommy single speed last weekend, must be circa 8kg! Looked at the prices for parts for similar and it's getting on for a few grand!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 04:34:08 pm
Quote from: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 04:20:27 pm
I checked out Charlie's Ti brommy single speed last weekend, must be circa 8kg! Looked at the prices for parts for similar and it's getting on for a few grand!
I've just put it on the scales again - it's a smidge under 9kg
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Robh on 27 October, 2018, 05:08:23 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 October, 2018, 09:46:28 am
I love how bikes evolve over the years you own them, an upgrade here, a modification there.  Dakota has evolved into this winter's bike.  Schwalbe Durano Plus boots fitted and a new B&M Lumotec IQ Cyo Premium Senso Plus powered by a dyno hub front wheel I already had...

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1931/45482230572_c4ed4811f5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ci7jzb)
Looking good! :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 27 October, 2018, 05:42:46 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 04:34:08 pm
Quote from: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 04:20:27 pm
I checked out Charlie's Ti brommy single speed last weekend, must be circa 8kg! Looked at the prices for parts for similar and it's getting on for a few grand!
I've just put it on the scales again - it's a smidge under 9kg
Mine's 21lb without pedals, which is 9.5kg in French - but it does have 3 gears.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 October, 2018, 06:24:25 pm
Quote from: Robh on 27 October, 2018, 05:08:23 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 October, 2018, 09:46:28 am
I love how bikes evolve over the years you own them, an upgrade here, a modification there.  Dakota has evolved into this winter's bike.  Schwalbe Durano Plus boots fitted and a new B&M Lumotec IQ Cyo Premium Senso Plus powered by a dyno hub front wheel I already had...

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1931/45482230572_c4ed4811f5_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ci7jzb)
Looking good! :-)

Thanks, the Durano Plus boots have killed the ride a bit but are worth it enhanced p-thingy resistance. But Dakota is still a quick bike!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 27 October, 2018, 09:46:55 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)

Gosh.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Tim Hall on 28 October, 2018, 12:00:06 am
Quote from: Kim on 27 October, 2018, 09:46:55 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)

Gosh.
Indeed. Almost <little moment> worthy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 28 October, 2018, 12:09:35 am
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 04:00:28 pm
Quote from: jiberjaber on 27 October, 2018, 03:49:14 pm
What are them rims? Is it Ti rear and fork +seat post too?
Quote from: Jurek on 27 October, 2018, 03:44:33 pm
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1978/45531315192_9b6484c26f_c.jpg)

Joseph Kuosac carbon fibre rimmed wheels.
Ti rear triangle.
Ti front fork.
Brompification Ti seatpost.
Joseph Kuosac lightweight saddle - so comfortable that I've bought a second one and put it on the commuter.
Ti Parts Workshop removable pedals. I had Brompification ones on there, but they fell apart in fairly short order and SJS kindly refunded me fully.
Ti Parts Workshop eazy wheels.
Shimano Alfine chainset and bottom bracket - That was a mistake - although it looks better, it is a few ounces heavier than the Brompton original.
If they made the Metrea with a chainring bigger than 46T, I'd fit one in a heartbeat - just for the aesthetics.
Brompification self-aligning frame clamps.
A handful of Ti fasteners.
Sub 11kg 9kg.
Just.

It would've been cheaper to buy a yacht and keep it moored in Marbella for a few years.
Oh I say....very nice indeed.
BTW, that's still cheap compared to one of these....no, it's not a Brompton, it's all custom...and Ti...
(https://ufbusa.ishopserver.com/Sites/11/Images/PICT0027.jpeg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 October, 2018, 07:28:16 am
I wonder if the Bromptonification post is the same as the J&L Taiwanese post you can get on fleaBay?  It's well-made if a bit flexible.  The OEM Brompton Ti post wasn"t made for long - apparently they had a few failures.

I had one of those Driveline chainguards on the M-type.

There are bits you can remove to save another pound  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Samuel D on 28 October, 2018, 08:48:35 am
I hesitate to ask for fear of causing offence, but what is the point of deep-section rims on a bicycle with tiny and therefore low-drag rims? Especially since a Brompton will be ridden slowly for other reasons (not least the massive rolling resistance and suspension losses of those tiny, thin tyres).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 08:53:37 am
Rad / mad aesthetics.
No offence taken.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Gattopardo on 28 October, 2018, 10:01:27 am
Quote from: Samuel D on 28 October, 2018, 08:48:35 am
I hesitate to ask for fear of causing offence, but what is the point of deep-section rims on a bicycle with tiny and therefore low-drag rims? Especially since a Brompton will be ridden slowly for other reasons (not least the massive rolling resistance and suspension losses of those tiny, thin tyres).

Rad innit bruv
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 10:19:44 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 28 October, 2018, 07:28:16 am
I wonder if the Bromptonification post is the same as the J&L Taiwanese post you can get on fleaBay?  It's well-made if a bit flexible.  The OEM Brompton Ti post wasn"t made for long - apparently they had a few failures.

I had one of those Driveline chainguards on the M-type.

There are bits you can remove to save another pound  ;)
My bold.
It isn't the same.

I wonder which bits to take off you are referring to Rog?
Removing the folding pedal has to be the biggest weight loss winner. It really is a boat anchor.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 28 October, 2018, 10:26:35 am
Mudguards ?  They must weigh a ton !
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 10:34:25 am
Quote from: hatler on 28 October, 2018, 10:26:35 am
Mudguards ?  They must weigh a ton !
You are Simon Legg AICMFP!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 10:38:58 am
Quote from: StuAff on 28 October, 2018, 12:09:35 am
<snip>
BTW, that's still cheap compared to one of these....no, it's not a Brompton, it's all custom...and Ti...
(https://ufbusa.ishopserver.com/Sites/11/Images/PICT0027.jpeg)

I read somewhere that the tolerances on the few Ti Brompton copies which have been built are spectacularly shite - particularly in areas such as the hinges  and rear triangle swing.
ETA - and what is going on with that forward stem extension? Assuming the rest of the frame geometry is similar/copied, that would surely offer an over-stretched ride position. No?
Having said that, the wheelbase on that Ti example looks significantly shorter than that of current Bromptons.
It looks like a copy of the old style frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 28 October, 2018, 11:50:03 am
Quote from: hatler on 28 October, 2018, 10:26:35 am
Mudguards ?  They must weigh a ton !
And the front luggage block!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 28 October, 2018, 04:40:15 pm
The single heaviest part is the frame.
HTH
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 28 October, 2018, 05:04:11 pm
Quote
Shimano Alfine chainset and bottom bracket

You can do a lot better than those if you want weight saving!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 05:10:20 pm
Quote from: hubner on 28 October, 2018, 05:04:11 pm
Quote
Shimano Alfine chainset and bottom bracket

You can do a lot better than those if you want weight saving!
Yep. As I have found, at my expense.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 29 October, 2018, 11:27:30 pm
Quote from: Jurek on 28 October, 2018, 10:38:58 am
Quote from: StuAff on 28 October, 2018, 12:09:35 am
<snip>
BTW, that's still cheap compared to one of these....no, it's not a Brompton, it's all custom...and Ti...
(https://ufbusa.ishopserver.com/Sites/11/Images/PICT0027.jpeg)

I read somewhere that the tolerances on the few Ti Brompton copies which have been built are spectacularly shite - particularly in areas such as the hinges  and rear triangle swing.
ETA - and what is going on with that forward stem extension? Assuming the rest of the frame geometry is similar/copied, that would surely offer an over-stretched ride position. No?
Having said that, the wheelbase on that Ti example looks significantly shorter than that of current Bromptons.
It looks like a copy of the old style frame.
No idea about those, but the bike in the picture is very different in terms of quality. Online information is sporadic and somewhat vague, I don't think Len Rubin has ever got past the prototyping stage. A few years ago, he sold an early one on eBay, blurb below:
"I became increasingly curious to see what might happen if I crossbred the exciting fruits of my own 20+ years of R&D with the ultra-compact folding design of (British inventor) Andrew Ritchie—the Brompton. ...After riding a Brompton around for a few days, I confirmed that I did not like much about the new bike in its current form (at the time it was equipped with a Sturmey Archer 3-speed internally-geared hub, underwhelming brakes and heavy, low-performance components throughout; it had a very upright riding position, a big squishy saddle and heavy tires—and compared to my own high-performance, racing bike-influenced prototype, which I was accustomed to riding—it still kind of reminded me of that very first folder I owned, that old Raleigh Twenty!) ...It wasn’t long before I stripped that Brompton down—throwing nearly all the stock components into my extra parts box, and then began major surgery on the frame itself, undertaking the complex process of modifying the geometry of the rear triangle (cutting, bending, grinding, fabricating and welding on new bits here and there!) to allow the use of lightweight, efficient, wide-range derailleur gearing, better brakes, etc.. Next I just needed several non-existent custom components! While working for Sutherland’s, I had developed contacts inside several bicycle component manufacturers. I now put those to good use. I convinced Marty Sacks at Sun Metal to custom roll some of their world-class, double wall, super light rim extrusion down to the diminutive 16” wheel size of the Brompton. I asked Ric Hjertberg at Wheelsmith to produce some of their featherweight double-butted spokes in an ultra short 150mm length. I commissioned Virgil Schrauner, formerly of TNT, to build a custom set of very light hybrid titanium & aluminum alloy hubs, optimized for the tight dimensions of my new rear triangle design and the bike’s narrow front fork. By combining Shimano’s seven speed freehub body with TNT’s clever lockring-replacement 10T cog and a Sachs GripShift twistgrip shifter, the lowly 3-speed rear hub had now been superseded by a super-light, wide-range 8-speed cluster! (When Shimano later introduced their 8-speed, titanium freehub body I adopted Tom Ritchey’s newly developed special 9-speed version of that shifter for an even-wider-range 9-speed cluster!) For the front gearing, I developed a custom front derailleur braze-on to mount the widest range front derailleur of all time—the Sachs Quartz Triple. This made possible a full mountain bike-style 24-speed gear train setup [and soon thereafter, 27-speed], using chainrings specially made for the project by Avitare (60T/48T/36T) on the at-that-time world’s lightest crankset—the Sweet Parts’ Sweet Wings TIG welded hollow tubular CroMo crankset that featured an integral CroMo, oversized splined BB spindle and oversized/outboard sealed bearings—revolutionary design elements that are still echoed in most of today’s top cranks! I upgraded the Brompton’s underwhelming side-pull brakes by adding braze-ons for Magura’s hydraulic bicycle brakes (later substituting Shimano’s newly developed, state-of-the-art XTR V-brakes, featuring their patented Parallel Push technology, which proved particularly well-suited to that bike’s geometry.) Further refinements included a specially fabricated, titanium micro-adjust seat post, a nice ti-rail saddle, high quality alloy headset and many custom-made titanium fasteners, such as replacements for Brompton’s heavy seat post quick-release and quite heavy fixing bolts for their folding pedals. Subsequent improvements included the light, wonderfully flexible and nearly indestructible IRD Metawire housing (later discovering the original, superior German-manufactured Nokon housing), a design perfectly suited to the tortuous and abused cable runs on folding bikes; despite its expense, I now use Nokon housing on every bike I build!, and around the same time, MKS’ streamlined, versatile and MUCH lighter (than Brompton’s clever but quite heavy folding pedals) neat quick-release pedal system. Finally, I chose Primo Comet tires, for their light weight and low rolling resistance. The bike met with positive reviews, from the American cycling magazines “Bicycling!” and “Adventure Cyclist” to multiple articles in the British periodical for folder enthusiasts, “The Folder” (later renamed, “A to B”) to stories in several foreign language periodicals devoted to cycling.There was even a nice network news television story with an interview and footage of me riding and folding my bike! It was dubbed, “The SuperBrompton Project” and it began to garner a devoted fan base, including discussions on many web sites, online articles and videos that I continue to stumble upon! I was invited to be a Keynote Speaker at the first “Folder Forum” gathering in Weymouth, England [where I first met Andrew Ritchie in person, who—despite my being forewarned might disapprove of the extensive alterations (and fundamental re-interpretation) I had visited upon his original elegantly simple Brompton design—greeted me with genuine interest and was quite generously supportive, as he has continued to be over the years (as one employee of the company later quipped over a beer, “sure—you’re our free R&D department!”)], and later at the first London Bicycle Show, as well as several other shows and bicycle forums in England and the U.S. and at each, the amazing SuperBrompton and it’s history enthralled audiences, attendees and test riders! ...Over the next several years I built up and sold about twenty or so of these “SuperBromptons”; the first couple (of our custom rear triangles and all the braze-ons) were fabricated (at great expense) entirely freehand, without any real jigs or fixtures, but then for the sake of uniformity/interchangeability (and feasibility!) I spent many thousands of dollars to have Paolo Salvagione design a (clever, as always!) two sided, rotating, adjustable, precision frame building jig for welding the complicated rear triangles (and then spent thousands more having a jig builder build that over the ensuing months!). Also, after laboriously drawing and cutting out the dropouts for that first one, I had Paolo build a computer model of the dropout design (which we fine-tuned in the process) in AutoCAD and thus the subsequent triangles were all TIG welded, and their dropouts were all machined in his shop in Sausalito. I still built up the wheels, and assembled each bike in the garage underneath my modest rented San Bruno apartment!” So what became of that first prototype of the fabled SuperBrompton? It is in the hands of [a collector[ in Copenhagen; but that bike has the first titanium rear triangle that I had built—years later. What happened to that very first, steel rear triangle—with the unique, hand-drawn dropouts that were “...laboriously cut out from steel plate with a hacksaw by Conrad Oho and torch-brazed in place while I held the frame...”, on that late afternoon in his little garage in Corte Madera?! The one that started everything? I have steadfastly held onto it all these years for it’s sentimental value [it was my first and pivotal Brompton upgrade, and one of the very few items that miraculously survived the fire, due to its randomly fortunate location in the shop], having turned down all offers for its purchase over the years! It’s also pretty crude, compared to the slick triangles that Paolo built—but it works great, has travelled the world and back, and is a true piece of folding bike history! Now, however, as I need to raise cash to finish up the next prototype of my current all-titanium, 16.5 lb. “Ultimate Folding Bicycle”—so, in the coming months, we can officially launch our new bike company (The Ultimate Folding Bicycle Company, LLC)—I have finally decided to part with it, and so I built up a bike, mating the twin of a special purple mainframe & fork I had made several years ago for a customer in San Francisco (I liked the color so much I painted an extra to keep) with that very special triangle, found I still had one set of wheels left (my “reference master” set that had been—as luck would have it—up in Seattle at EMFCO on that fateful day most of my world burned up [in the house fire that destroyed our home and all of our possessions in 2002], and, against all odds, successfully tracked down all the remaining parts I needed, and then set about lovingly assembling one last SuperBrompton! And this historic bike can be yours! Photos follow. Note: Although I do still have them, and will include them, I chose NOT to leave the original tires on the wheels, as they would be dangerous to ride, due to their age (unlike some wine, bicycle tires DO NOT improve with age!)—so I have replaced them with the Schwalbe Kojak, which is my favorite tire these days! [Please check out utimatefoldingbicycle d0t c@m for details about our latest project which we hope to bring to market very soon. We will be completely revamping the site over the next few weeks so we encourage you to check in for updates.] The steel SuperBromptons I built back in the 1990’s, sold back then for around $6,000. We have a reserve on this Ebay auction, but it is actually less than that original price and it is up to you (our fan base, collectors, bicycle historians and other potential buyers) to determine the true value of this fascinating piece of bicycle history! The bike we have up for auction is clearly depicted in the photos on this listing, however for clarification, below is a partial list of specifications/ details (most of the history of which can be found in a the above narrative:) Purple powder coat custom painted original Brompton main frame w/custom braze-ons Original Virgil Schrauner-built hubs The first, modified Brompton rear triangle (the later bikes had entirely redesigned batch fabricated triangles with fixture-built and CNC-machined parts)—including the one-off, entirely hand-cut dropouts and I’ll even include the original paper design templates for those, which also miraculously survived the fire—having been protected by the steel filing cabinet that sacrificed it’s life to protect my files—and which I only recently discovered while going through some old documents!) Extremely rare Sweet Wings crankset Len’s custom SuperBrompton titanium micro-adjust seatpost, based on the super-rare Onza head—allows you to quickly remove the seat for fitting into a smaller suitcase! LOTS of history! I’ll even include a personalized video of instructions on how to fold it! It is interesting to consider that, even though Brompton now offers many options for upgrading their bikes, including their own titanium rear triangles, seatposts and forks, this all-steel-frame bike weighs in at a still respectable 21.3 lbs. (with the quick-release pedals in your pocket or bag, which they generally are when you are carrying the folded bike!)—even with it’s super-wide-range 27-speed geartrain and “normal” (non-racing) saddle! Note: Our subsequently developed, patented adjustable stem and custom stem riser unit, that became standard equipment on our later bikes, could be substituted for the stock Brompton components, used at that time,—at additional cost—for greater versatility and performance, but at the cost of diminishing the “historical purity” of this bike. [Alternately, I could if requested “dial it back” to it’s earliest appointments, though if the buyer is interested in it’s ridability, as much or more than it’s collectibility, then the later improvements are definitely preferable! Thank you for looking (and reading!) Please e-mail if you have questions. Sincerely - Len (& Tamara) Rubin'
He put an online order form up a few years back, price was to be somewhere from $12,000-15,000....
If only Brompton would take it on, perhaps get a Ti specialist like Van Nic or Litespeed as subcontractor....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 30 October, 2018, 04:54:30 pm
If Van Nic made it, the first few years' production would crack  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 30 October, 2018, 11:13:36 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 30 October, 2018, 04:54:30 pm
If Van Nic made it, the first few years' production would crack  ;D
Perhaps....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 19 November, 2018, 10:39:22 pm
n + 1 is getting out of hand.  This is a recent addition to my shed.  I love the sitting-up position although I couldn't go too far on this saddle, and I don't trust the brakes as far as I can pull them on (which is all the way to the bars).  Also white is a silly colour for anything on a bike.

(http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0396.jpg)
(http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0399.jpg)
(http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0403.jpg)
(http://www.sloeburn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0404.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 19 November, 2018, 11:02:11 pm
I like that. It reminds me of the Raleigh Gresham Flyer I had when I was about 5, right down to the white saddle whitewall tyres (actually those tyres where completely white not just the walls).  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 November, 2018, 06:46:39 pm
Good luck with those cotter pins!  The factory didn't often grease them and they can be seized despite low mileage.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: pcolbeck on 05 December, 2018, 01:47:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 November, 2018, 06:46:39 pm
Good luck with those cotter pins!  The factory didn't often grease them and they can be seized despite low mileage.

Big hammer and a drift, it'll be reet.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mr ben on 06 December, 2018, 12:16:59 pm
Quote from: pcolbeck on 05 December, 2018, 01:47:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 November, 2018, 06:46:39 pm
Good luck with those cotter pins!  The factory didn't often grease them and they can be seized despite low mileage.

Big hammer and a drift, it'll be reet.

A vice and a friend with stronger arms than me. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 January, 2019, 03:04:46 pm
Quote from: Palinurus on 13 January, 2018, 06:53:38 pm
Just got this

(https://i.imgur.com/xuDbajH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NOJHuYB.jpg)

Fed up with putting on cycling shoes when going shopping, couldn't justify a new cargo bike.

It works very well. Next steps are fit some lighting and get some ex. Royal Mail panniers for it.
There's one of those often parked at Cirencester Waitrose.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Joe.B on 23 January, 2019, 07:14:45 pm
I've not been about this parish much over the last few weeks, too much to do and not enough time.  I have found the time to build up this though.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4867/46800675362_916fa8456f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eiBGgU)IMG_20190121_114559169 (https://flic.kr/p/2eiBGgU) by Joe B (https://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/), on Flickr
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7859/46127666154_338bd4fd9b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2dh9m5S)IMG_20190122_000047924 (https://flic.kr/p/2dh9m5S) by Joe B (https://www.flickr.com/photos/84858164@N02/), on Flickr

Rides lovely, solid, dependable, predicable, just what I needed.

Its mostly built up with parts removed from my Challenge recumbent and bits I've been keeping to one side in the loft.  Apart from the frame only the guards and seat post are new.

Guards are I bit narrow for the Top Contact Winters that I've fitted but then I was originally planning to fit 42mm Supreme's.  I'm commuting 10 miles to Barrow-in-Furness from a hotel in Ulverston each day next week so the Winter's are probably wise.  I've also gone and fitted the Rohloff shifter cables the wrong way round so 14=1 and vise-versa; I'll sort that out next weekend, probably cut the steer down too.
 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 January, 2019, 08:40:03 pm
Always good to see a Trucker.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 February, 2019, 02:26:02 pm
Another 'Trucker' - "Hawkwind" - my new Surly

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7859/47196839471_4bdeb158ff_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eUC94z)IMG_0849 (https://flic.kr/p/2eUC94z) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7907/47196839951_cb57c3d966_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eUC9cR)IMG_0847 (https://flic.kr/p/2eUC9cR) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7870/46473247594_12d16c9279_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2dNFxpy)IMG_0848 (https://flic.kr/p/2dNFxpy) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2019, 04:03:11 pm
Smashing. You can’t beat a Surly!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 02 March, 2019, 05:58:02 pm
New to me, a Genesis Vapour CX20. The saddle and seat post need changing, and I'm not sure the disc brakes are working quite as well as they should yet; but so far I like it.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7908/47258147371_4d32a127df_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2f13mLk)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 09 March, 2019, 08:44:32 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2019, 04:03:11 pm
Smashing. You can’t beat a Surly!

Surely you just need a big enough hammer?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 March, 2019, 08:58:58 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 09 March, 2019, 08:44:32 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2019, 04:03:11 pm
Smashing. You can’t beat a Surly!

Surely you just need a big enough hammer?

 ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 09 March, 2019, 08:59:50 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2019, 04:03:11 pm
Smashing. You can’t beat a Surly!
Another varicose vein blue one like mine, too!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 09 March, 2019, 10:27:08 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 09 March, 2019, 08:59:50 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 24 February, 2019, 04:03:11 pm
Smashing. You can’t beat a Surly!
Another varicose vein blue one like mine, too!

They were on offer ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 05 April, 2019, 06:05:55 pm
Purple and shiny! (Yes, the handlebars are at a weird angle - it's only been round the block, quite literally, so far, and I need to adjust them-..)

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/2d/64/0d/2d640d61ebc23c290ddb1b301e5ef1c4.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 05 April, 2019, 06:10:44 pm
Noice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 05 April, 2019, 06:33:03 pm
It's not just purple, it's multiple shades of purple!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 05 April, 2019, 06:35:41 pm
That looks like it is moving, when it is not.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 05 April, 2019, 07:09:21 pm
I'm off-the-scale colour-blind, and for years I thought my favourite colour was blue, but people (parents, siblings, colleagues, socio-economic-sexual partners) kept saying how purple my socks/shirts/jackets/everything was until I finally got the message.

I adore your bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 05 April, 2019, 09:03:05 pm
That's a fantastic purple!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 April, 2019, 08:07:42 am
Quote from: Paul on 05 April, 2019, 07:09:21 pm
I'm off-the-scale colour-blind, and for years I thought my favourite colour was blue, but people (parents, siblings, colleagues, socio-economic-sexual partners) kept saying how purple my socks/shirts/jackets/everything was until I finally got the message.

I adore your bike.

It's definitely on the bluer side of purple - depending on the light, it can look more blue or more purple. Or blurple. ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tiermat on 06 April, 2019, 08:30:27 am
All you need, now, phanta is a Burgos-BH Jersey or an EF-Education First one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 April, 2019, 12:10:47 pm
Or a Go Vegas jersey!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 06 April, 2019, 03:36:24 pm
Very purple :)

I also rather like Ian's new Surly.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 09 April, 2019, 01:38:42 pm
New here,here's my current bikes:-

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/320/19550766256_16256c823f_z.jpg)

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1594/25516607713_ef456a245c_z.jpg)

I also have a cheap Carrera TDF for the Turbo.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 April, 2019, 04:49:20 pm
I like the Boardman. Nice shed too. And extra marks for pedal alignment. But no Marmite!

(it's okay, that's just a forum in-joke. Welcome!)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 09 April, 2019, 07:06:43 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 09 April, 2019, 04:49:20 pm
I like the Boardman. Nice shed too. And extra marks for pedal alignment. But no Marmite!

(it's okay, that's just a forum in-joke. Welcome!)
Marmite..... :sick:    :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Feanor on 06 May, 2019, 10:07:36 pm
Yes. Yes, this really is a Cervelo TT bike with a Brooks saddle on it.
Let the piss-taking commence...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33914409388_5aa45fc32f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TEUdmm)
Cervelo Brooks (https://flic.kr/p/TEUdmm) by Ron Lowe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62966413@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 06 May, 2019, 10:18:15 pm
Ridiculous. I can’t see any marmite!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 07 May, 2019, 09:48:54 am
Flying banana. Well, it is a well-worn Brooks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 07 May, 2019, 10:20:40 am
I was wondering whether the hammocking might be a good thing on a TT bike, because of the position on the bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 08 May, 2019, 11:03:00 am
Tidy workshop - what's that about?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 25 May, 2019, 02:59:04 pm
My steel bike, in 'stealth' mode - awaiting new mudguards.  The first time I've ever ridden it without mudguards; definitely felt faster...  ;)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47945239638_50dcee5d2f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2g3KTmJ)IMG_20190525a (https://flic.kr/p/2g3KTmJ) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

with 32mm Paselas (on DT Swiss RR440). Good rollers, and pretty comfy, esp @ lower psi (~70F/80R).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47945262011_4ff5f8c6e5.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2g3L11t)IMG_20190525b (https://flic.kr/p/2g3L11t) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Trying new 'Coukou' Headlight

edit. see below. should be good now.   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 27 May, 2019, 03:50:51 pm
andyoxon - I got an "adult content" warning on Flickr when I clicked on the first photo! LOL!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 27 May, 2019, 04:01:00 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 27 May, 2019, 03:50:51 pm
andyoxon - I got an "adult content" warning on Flickr when I clicked on the first photo! LOL!
I'm not surprised. He's got his pump out and look at the size of it, phwoar! I don't think it passes the "Cornwall test" either.  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Aunt Maud on 27 May, 2019, 07:29:55 pm
The Silver Shopper.......and a splash of that sculptor bloke, wassisname?

Got a Son dyno on it now.

(https://i.imgur.com/8O9y9FO.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 27 May, 2019, 08:43:50 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 27 May, 2019, 04:01:00 pm
Quote from: Oxford_Guy on 27 May, 2019, 03:50:51 pm
andyoxon - I got an "adult content" warning on Flickr when I clicked on the first photo! LOL!
I'm not surprised. He's got his pump out and look at the size of it, phwoar! I don't think it passes the "Cornwall test" either.  :demon:

Haha.  ;D  Did it for me too, when I'd logged out.   I've moved the pics to my 'pro' flickr account.   They were on my recent free flickr account, for bike/forum stuff only, and I can only think flickr autodetected my gory/bloody knee & thigh photos content from a recent road interface, as something else.   :o  Either that or the Audax tag had another meaning.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 28 May, 2019, 10:10:30 pm
Yesterday I paid tribute to Steve with a visit to a special place.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ubpjS3SsaHuh5KSyxELdcf0RgSIqrI5oIa2AzFxcLFrf3yAgnJ7gpBcTxKFouKAfQR0cFjO0qFwct-_-816JGx-6CMNLG-p3FQHp8exPinNhNQoz3rnsvi5tM-1g-ok_IGEB1UDFbHpikFhicKORDr4As_7zy3ZVuaObQVWMHzjYz0ENPRd9kCeiNAJfp0wGzh8l8gbbIWOC6tRklflJWKk9xk1Dwq1uJvzvhRmSRic-yAcLJh1VLJsUNnLojz4pyyWzxQwwx7ItijTt6YepA4MGM-FcYDX_9BS1vD2vAk0yCOZrxeim7FCd3w3aM9gvSrqo7-B16_AlGmZ2u7G1pv9lPZa5-y3XVJs8r719GL2hou6P0hOrGXJyGK_b05x--fEpQVCW4s8oCaUqPs1ND_f0dk-OP6oA1gMDVXvB1_aZQtktGwRXg48CMcJx3J7bAZXKf4M7hCA0IMX8Ru5dLN8ZF-UxO2eUzL3R0OM0AXs6Zt6tA0FKeCfbs4ioU1ilyObCo6c3WReFTFcZ6DL_rG3HEL3F45gj3oZ__aB9gOd0XM7yPST_iDmAhwlqhnfoMV8ZZbDno6PbrMG-KfTjmZ2cUklHhl-cdhSC5R8zSoOFslWAHxFj5GMryiP8QvvXCUxEfipazQAmlWg1vPLscqjxVjYSsVQ=s910-no)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 28 May, 2019, 10:11:17 pm
Verge could do with a trim...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 01 June, 2019, 10:18:20 am
Quote from: PaulR on 28 May, 2019, 10:10:30 pm
Yesterday I paid tribute to Steve with a visit to a special place.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ubpjS3SsaHuh5KSyxELdcf0RgSIqrI5oIa2AzFxcLFrf3yAgnJ7gpBcTxKFouKAfQR0cFjO0qFwct-_-816JGx-6CMNLG-p3FQHp8exPinNhNQoz3rnsvi5tM-1g-ok_IGEB1UDFbHpikFhicKORDr4As_7zy3ZVuaObQVWMHzjYz0ENPRd9kCeiNAJfp0wGzh8l8gbbIWOC6tRklflJWKk9xk1Dwq1uJvzvhRmSRic-yAcLJh1VLJsUNnLojz4pyyWzxQwwx7ItijTt6YepA4MGM-FcYDX_9BS1vD2vAk0yCOZrxeim7FCd3w3aM9gvSrqo7-B16_AlGmZ2u7G1pv9lPZa5-y3XVJs8r719GL2hou6P0hOrGXJyGK_b05x--fEpQVCW4s8oCaUqPs1ND_f0dk-OP6oA1gMDVXvB1_aZQtktGwRXg48CMcJx3J7bAZXKf4M7hCA0IMX8Ru5dLN8ZF-UxO2eUzL3R0OM0AXs6Zt6tA0FKeCfbs4ioU1ilyObCo6c3WReFTFcZ6DL_rG3HEL3F45gj3oZ__aB9gOd0XM7yPST_iDmAhwlqhnfoMV8ZZbDno6PbrMG-KfTjmZ2cUklHhl-cdhSC5R8zSoOFslWAHxFj5GMryiP8QvvXCUxEfipazQAmlWg1vPLscqjxVjYSsVQ=s910-no)
Image looks to be protected / private - I'm guessing.....Marsh Gibbon? The sign with the village name on the picket fence/gate thing as you enter the village?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 01 June, 2019, 12:40:35 pm
Well guessed Jurek.  Photo is on google photos, so you may need to have signed in to that to see my photo.  I’ve not yet found the ideal hosting solution.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 01 June, 2019, 01:00:30 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 01 June, 2019, 12:40:35 pm
Well guessed Jurek.  Photo is on google photos, so you may need to have signed in to that to see my photo.  I’ve not yet found the ideal hosting solution.
Hello Paul.
I did sign in, but still had the 'No Entry' logo appear on the screen.
Privacy settings? Although, from the above, it would appear that at least Kim was able to view it. ??? ??? ???
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 09 June, 2019, 10:54:21 am
new ss bike for summer riding - smooth, fast, silent, light (6.55kg as pictured).

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190609/10b2f6b89166d8b0cc3601189b6aa1ea.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 09 June, 2019, 11:20:08 am
Quote from: Jurek on 01 June, 2019, 01:00:30 pm
Quote from: PaulR on 01 June, 2019, 12:40:35 pm
Well guessed Jurek.  Photo is on google photos, so you may need to have signed in to that to see my photo.  I’ve not yet found the ideal hosting solution.
Hello Paul.
I did sign in, but still had the 'No Entry' logo appear on the screen.
Privacy settings? Although, from the above, it would appear that at least Kim was able to view it. ??? ??? ???

I was, but it's now vanished.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 09 June, 2019, 11:31:50 am
That gear looks huge: kudos to your quads!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 09 June, 2019, 01:25:09 pm
a large chainring makes it look deceiving, the gear is 81", very close to what i've been riding for years
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 09 June, 2019, 03:45:00 pm
Honorary mention of mrs ao's venerable Raleigh steel machine (which I've been fettling).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48030514432_ed616c445d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gbhWzN)IMG_Raleigh_Classic ca.1985 (https://flic.kr/p/2gbhWzN) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 10 June, 2019, 01:01:39 pm
Quote from: andyoxon on 25 May, 2019, 02:59:04 pm
My steel bike, in 'stealth' mode - awaiting new mudguards.  The first time I've ever ridden it without mudguards; definitely felt faster...  ;)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47945239638_39a79d2b8f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2g3KTmJ)IMG_20190525a (https://flic.kr/p/2g3KTmJ) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

with 32mm Paselas (on DT Swiss RR440). Good rollers, and pretty comfy, esp @ lower psi (~70F/80R).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47945262011_d7c4cbbbc8_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2g3L11t)IMG_20190525b (https://flic.kr/p/2g3L11t) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25983110@N05/), on Flickr

Trying new 'Coukou' Headlight

edit. see below. should be good now.   :)

Neat   :) 8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: tom_e on 19 July, 2019, 08:04:56 pm
My new toy:

(http://tom-e.yacf.net/imgs2/DSC_0094.JPG)

Just managed 5km on it today.  In LOTS of stages.  With much panting.  Half gravel, some rutted track, short hills.  Nothing like a challenge to get the heart beating.  Phew.

(http://tom-e.yacf.net/imgs2/DSC_0099.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 30 July, 2019, 09:01:46 pm
I had a broken spoke on my commuting bike last week, a spoke head broke off, so I dug this out for the dry days until I replace the spoke.

(https://i.imgur.com/YhSxyP7.jpg)

Rourke 753 road frame (resprayed by Shorter I think). The head tube is long for the frame size which is I think 52cm c-c.

(https://i.imgur.com/zTqtkim.jpg)

Rourke wrap-over fastback stays.
(https://i.imgur.com/UyOgdR1.jpg)

Front wheel: Camapagnolo Nuovo Record road s/f, Mavic G40, Veloflex Master 25.

Back wheel: Camapagnolo Nuovo Record track l/f converted to qr, Mavic E2, Vittoria Open Corsa.

Chainset and bottom bracket: Camapagnolo Nuovo Record track, 165mm, 46 3/32 ring. Late unfluted version, although I much prefer the fluted version.

Pedals: Wellgo spd

Brake: Camapagnolo Super Record, with original dried out hoods which are almost falling apart.

(https://i.imgur.com/yZ6fcF5.jpg)

Seatpin: Camapagnolo 50th Anniverary, almost same as Super Record.

Saddle: Selle Italia Turbo (old, not the recent version).

Bars: Nitto, cotton tape.

Stem: 3ttt 78.

Headset: Stronglight A9

Weight is very light!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 31 July, 2019, 07:24:45 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48424776772_0f60acdbdf_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m)20190731_185006 (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

This is how a TSR should be.  56 x 15 fixed.  Any tips for getting chainring bolts really tight?  I have the crappy Park tool to hold the slotted nut at the back but it doesn't really work and three of them spin before they bind properly.  A bit of threadlock between the nut and the chainring, and grease between the bolt and nut?

And yes, I will repaint the dropouts.  Powdercoat flakes off all the sharp edges, just like on my Brompton before I had it properly painted.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 31 July, 2019, 07:50:42 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 31 July, 2019, 07:24:45 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48424776772_0f60acdbdf_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m)20190731_185006 (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

This is how a TSR should be.  56 x 15 fixed.  Any tips for getting chainring bolts really tight?  I have the crappy Park tool to hold the slotted nut at the back but it doesn't really work and three of them spin before they bind properly.  A bit of threadlock between the nut and the chainring, and grease between the bolt and nut?

And yes, I will repaint the dropouts.  Powdercoat flakes off all the sharp edges, just like on my Brompton before I had it properly painted.

Looks tidy  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 31 July, 2019, 08:27:58 pm
Oh... I haz bench envy!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 August, 2019, 12:10:20 pm
Nice machine.

There are some chainring bolts with 5mm Allen bolts on the front and 6mm Allen on the nut but the name escapes me at the moment (FSA? They might be doubles though). I think Sugino did something similar with Torx fittings but they are ‘rare as rocking horse...’
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 23 August, 2019, 04:51:20 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 31 July, 2019, 07:24:45 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48424776772_0f60acdbdf_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m)20190731_185006 (https://flic.kr/p/2gM8D3m) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

This is how a TSR should be.  56 x 15 fixed.  Any tips for getting chainring bolts really tight?  I have the crappy Park tool to hold the slotted nut at the back but it doesn't really work and three of them spin before they bind properly.  A bit of threadlock between the nut and the chainring, and grease between the bolt and nut?

And yes, I will repaint the dropouts.  Powdercoat flakes off all the sharp edges, just like on my Brompton before I had it properly painted.

Nice one Roger + love the 105 cream brake hoods mostest  :thumbsup: 8) I believe it suits you sir  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 23 August, 2019, 05:19:00 pm
On my way in the year of 2013? from Snowdonia to a first overnight date/stay via an internet matchmaking service (Guardian Soulmates). Climbing out of Newton (Powys) up onto the moor en route to Presteigne. Fabulous ride.

Despite hot bath and fluffy towels supplied on my arrival and very attractive person, incompatibility in the real world soon resulted and a swift return the next morning before breakfast was required. I blame myself.


No, the red thing on the the rear rack was not a gimp masked baby - it was a Goretex rain jacket, removed cos, despite the snow drifts, I was hot ::-)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/8119/8650684683_4582453368_o.jpg)

Oh yeah! 1992 George Longstaff off the peg touring frame
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 23 August, 2019, 05:51:26 pm
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 August, 2019, 12:10:20 pm
There are some chainring bolts with 5mm Allen bolts on the front and 6mm Allen on the nut but the name escapes me at the moment (FSA? They might be doubles though)

Truvativ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 23 August, 2019, 07:47:48 pm
Quote from: slope on 23 August, 2019, 05:19:00 pm


Despite hot bath and fluffy towels supplied on my arrival and very attractive person, incompatibility in the real world soon resulted and a swift return the next morning before breakfast was required. I blame myself.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/8119/8650684683_4582453368_o.jpg)

Oh yeah! 1992 George Longstaff off the peg touring frame

Was she not impressed with your cycle clips?    Seriously tho, looks to have been a very memorable ride, more so than the date. ;)
''you can't please all of the women, all of the time.''
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 23 August, 2019, 09:24:58 pm
Blimey, you’re squandering material here.

Quote from: slope on 23 August, 2019, 05:19:00 pm
On my way in the year of 2013? from Snowdonia to a first overnight date/stay via an internet matchmaking service (Guardian Soulmates). Climbing out of Newton (Powys) up onto the moor en route to Presteigne. Fabulous ride.

That’s two threads.

Quote from: slope on 23 August, 2019, 05:19:00 pm
Despite hot bath and fluffy towels supplied on my arrival and very attractive person, incompatibility in the real world soon resulted and a swift return the next morning before breakfast was required. I blame myself.

That’s another thread, or a sequel to one of the first threads (above).

Quote from: slope on 23 August, 2019, 05:19:00 pm
Oh yeah! 1992 George Longstaff off the peg touring frame

And that’s yet another thread!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 26 August, 2019, 05:54:33 pm
n+1

(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XxO6vlVA-dQ/XWQNxSnITXI/AAAAAAADEtQ/ncy3jaamIaA8-ILmtv9CM0W2Jjy-8xiQwCKgBGAs/s1600/IMG_20190826_173038.jpg)

Replacing the one lost to my ministrations, I would have preferred a 26" but what I thought was going to be an easy find - flat bars, non-gaspipe frame, semi decent groupset, v-brakes or better, solid rear axle for towing, non-desirable appearance - turns out not to be. So I compromised on the 26" At least these wheels are round and true.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 09 September, 2019, 09:13:40 pm
My new Mercian Strada Speciale, tubing is Reynolds 853 Pro Team. Campagnolo components (10-speed), mostly, Nitto bars and stem. Intended use is as a non-winter road bike, hence no mudguards, rack mounts etc.

(click to expand)

(https://i.imgur.com/p5J60lN.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/p5J60lN.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/PaZ9hGQ.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/PaZ9hGQ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/31yv0ya.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/31yv0ya.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1qifmj3.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/1qifmj3.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/0aW33pz.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/0aW33pz.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/sRQEs4a.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/sRQEs4a.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/lUZrJcr.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/lUZrJcr.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: slope on 10 September, 2019, 09:29:13 am
^^^ Lush  :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 10 September, 2019, 09:55:08 am
that's lovely.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 September, 2019, 06:35:12 pm
Very nice. Ridden it?

We have similar preferences in bar angle - level across the tops flowing into the hoods like that. Works well with those Nitto bars as you have managed to get the drops horizontal too.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 10 September, 2019, 10:51:10 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 September, 2019, 06:35:12 pm
Very nice. Ridden it?

Yes, took it out for a short 25 mile shakedown ride with a friend on Saturday, according to Strava I got 22 personal records, and I wasn't trying that hard :-)

(https://i.imgur.com/qeCqQqd.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/qeCqQqd.jpg)

Note second bottle cage fitted, though I only just finished the first bidon on that ride!

The ride quality is fantastic, not harsh, not noodly - think this is partly the frame, partly the Veloflex Master 25 tyres (and latex tubes) - despite being skinny, the latter give a beautifully smooth ride.

Acceleration is ludicrously quicker than on my Hewitt Cheviot and it seems to fly up hills. Shifting at the rear was impeccable.

On the downside, think some adjustments are needed:

1) Whilst I found the Gilles Berthoud Galibier saddle to be fine and it didn't give me any comfort problems, I did keep on finding myself moving forward on it - probably need to move the rails forward on the seat clamp a bit, it is quite far back currently, will try in 5mm steps.

2) When I rest my hands on the hoods (as I would certainly do in a group ride, to have quick access to gears and brakes), my arms are almost (but not quite) locked, think the reach is a tad too far, and I did have some neck stiffness after the ride (though I am a bit prone to that). Moving the saddle forward may help a bit, but I suspect I should have gone for an 80mm Nitto Pearl stem instead of a 90mm one - on the bike the latter is actually closer to 100mm - this is a bit of a known issue with this stem, but I thought the short reach Nitto M106 NAS bars would compensate. In the drops and elsewhere on the bars it's okay. Bit annoying to have to change a quill stem, though, especially as Mercian did a very good job with the bar tape and mounting the Ergos.

3) I dropped the chain once, although that was when trying to change down to the small ring at fairly low cadence (was a bit of a last minute thing, when I had to stop because had a fly in my eye). No damage to paint, though. Also a few times it halfheartedly tried to pick up the chain when changing up to the big ring, but failed. Think the front derailleur needs more adjustment - the limit screws, perhaps? When it worked, which was most of the time, though, the front shifting was surprisingly quick, considering the 16T jump, and the Ergos make it easy to shift up a cog or two at the back quickly afterwards.

Other than that it was excellent.

Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 10 September, 2019, 06:35:12 pm
We have similar preferences in bar angle - level across the tops flowing into the hoods like that. Works well with those Nitto bars as you have managed to get the drops horizontal too.

Yes, I like how the bar angles work out, the bars are 26mm Nitto M106 NAS bars, 42cm wide.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 24 September, 2019, 07:35:09 am
This is what I did with bikenrrd's Colnago Decor Brain Frameset:

(https://i.imgur.com/TuHNxDX.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/E2tAoWV.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NGymF3h.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul on 24 September, 2019, 07:40:52 am
Blimey: those pics are a bit pants. I'll see if I can do better at some point, but you get the gist.

The bars also look to be at a jaunty angle: I'm still working on the position.

I built those wheels myself! :smug:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 24 September, 2019, 11:10:00 am
My Airnimal Joey, bought S/H last year with the intention of taking advantage of cheap European coach fares, though this was the first times I've got round to using it for that.
 (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48775405646_83a71eb65d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hj7GML)D5 Another high point - PH (https://flic.kr/p/2hj7GML) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 12 October, 2019, 03:55:12 pm
Quote from: zigzag on 09 June, 2019, 10:54:21 am
new ss bike for summer riding - smooth, fast, silent, light (6.55kg as pictured).

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190609/10b2f6b89166d8b0cc3601189b6aa1ea.jpg)

like that very much - what frame?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oxford_Guy on 12 October, 2019, 07:56:53 pm
Quote from: Paul on 24 September, 2019, 07:40:52 am
Blimey: those pics are a bit pants. I'll see if I can do better at some point, but you get the gist.

The bars also look to be at a jaunty angle: I'm still working on the position.

I built those wheels myself! :smug:

Looks great (apart from the bar angle! Maybe some different bars would put the controls more where you want them to be?), Campagnolo 10-speed too, still probably my favourite shifter/rear derailleur combo (as you'll have seen from my Mercian pics).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 24 November, 2019, 07:45:50 pm
My MkIII deliveroo bike, third in a year, first was upgraded to a fine Kona Dr Fine courtesy of Bolt OTP, which after a few weeks use was down graded to scrap by a careless driver.  Anyway, some bits survived and the Sonder steely frameset is a fine home for them.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49117587636_84b9dd5d63_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hQmtzf)Alfie (https://flic.kr/p/2hQmtzf) by Paul (https://www.flickr.com/photos/phbike/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 25 November, 2019, 11:18:39 am
How many fork bosses?  :o :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: bikenrrd on 29 January, 2020, 08:21:55 pm
Quote from: Paul on 24 September, 2019, 07:35:09 am
This is what I did with bikenrrd's Colnago Decor Brain Frameset:

Looks great!  :thumbsup:
I'm glad someone is riding it.  It'd be in the garage unbuilt if I still had it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 27 February, 2020, 01:46:04 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49592127162_f6a54202ba_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iyhBDd)IMG_1116 - Copy (2) (https://flic.kr/p/2iyhBDd) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

Olive ,  being a bit arty farty,  early Feb, in t'peak district, on a winter ruff stuff hostelling weekend, in storm Ciara.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulR on 15 March, 2020, 03:02:19 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49661614143_410d76077d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iEqKGB)
Winter bike (https://flic.kr/p/2iEqKGB) by PaulRide (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/), on Flickr

It's been a very gradual evolution - this started out many years ago as a cheap singlespeed runabout, which was then loaned to my elder son who barely used it and left it outside in Leeds where it lost a wheel.  I've now reclaimed it and kitted it out for occasional middle-aged rides around wet lanes in Bucks/Oxon.  PDW mudguards wen on today, as did some slightly alarming 20mm tyres.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 06 April, 2020, 05:42:51 pm
A suitcase

(https://i.imgur.com/faOmxep.jpg)

Full of bike

(https://i.imgur.com/4rOcULW.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QcrTVUt.jpg)

A quick shakedown test and it rides lovely. And my audax speed (remember those) is a nice straight chainline
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 06 April, 2020, 05:53:09 pm
Nice!!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 06 April, 2020, 06:14:12 pm
Just standing still it's faster than mine :o
26" wheels?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andy64 on 06 April, 2020, 06:14:50 pm
My Big Bro
Saddle height/angle not yet finalised. Bars now swapped for SQlab 30X with16° sweep

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/kJooVZsvYVyoy-iiv0US5XXNy0CfkuHiNizWrIwIgQSCQqH_N2VApvh7sW_Jdyikucv-AJqLM_paXaUEOIZsnIugdAAtXHGrLksIWRto2YiCQThlUXs1GjaZUwUv-JL17BW3yzLUjLvXO31DfaBSVTpyNORUbCJQsdgVnpf1X979RFE0A12-NTsjxoiPhw1mi3-GaG4KaWaCBHYJuLIqj7RJ6v8bG4pksSdf6T6bHD4LmNzUCTfnBIDb-BH9DBBwUDMjVJTFqytgOS0czdNnpmv4qJcumtfGOWvENYb6xSgbLrEeiqgoUFdWD7kNVs5RPGI97565RHwgl_9qWNJ_r9ce84gNqOJ9wdWxCckk2JqFR8Tyo9wWjTgRdaZZbWWNu58s_o8_QwvquZOf4vdacXPutKcxU9p1s99vEdN4ERn8VSNNG3kqx9_ywdRFyO9JiRTrF8SDyy88GTEcocQcj5Fx73ymtUs81M4iC8KWilq27EFGKhlb-LaTkm7d7szFEeyF_P6Ogt_nJjS7GxmDcBh54MlwabJoTqi_1sW1S3ZQZ6thVgXjkJYfyU6I2IjIdfM_4Wwc3nwkxUVzgyuk6KQGivP7Gd0mpknMjljBSwxaEs_Ba78qxeQVM--Q-hCTFuR6PyzrWDkkDU9j8PomO7OuIkVQYOaR6UlDzy7n0pNG1xW0CGa5WlqacL690g=w1213-h882-no)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 06 April, 2020, 06:26:08 pm
Quote from: Paul H on 06 April, 2020, 06:14:12 pm
Just standing still it's faster than mine :o
26" wheels?

Yes, the new frame can take 26" wheels.  I opted to 28mm gatorskins.  Looks like it might take 40mm marathons with no mudguards
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 13 April, 2020, 05:45:41 pm
I built up this new Genesis ti frame for my commute about 5 commutes before the lockdown.  The frame and wheels were new, everything else is well used which made it a tricky build.  Nothing seemed to go on just right.

Ti gives a lovely ride, the 32 slicks help on the canal path too.  Mudguards are excellent but the rough path pretty much make them a consumable esp when they're the longer heavier type. A shimano cassette with SRAM changer and mech works reasonably well. The brakes are excellent. TRP Hylex.  Great feel at the lever, good power, maint free.  Comfortable hoods too. Dynohub f.light B&M lumotec - Works nicely but the finish is flaking off it now. Not sure how waterproof it will prove to be. There are no bike sheds at my work. Tubus fly rack for my bag.  All cleaned and serviced.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49770142712_2ec0d2382d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iQ1ZsQ)DSC00907 (https://flic.kr/p/2iQ1ZsQ) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49769816646_dd9ca7016f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iPZjx1)DSC00908 (https://flic.kr/p/2iPZjx1) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 14 April, 2020, 08:52:28 am
Quote from: PaulR on 15 March, 2020, 03:02:19 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49661614143_410d76077d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iEqKGB)
Winter bike (https://flic.kr/p/2iEqKGB) by PaulRide (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62297839@N05/), on Flickr

It's been a very gradual evolution - this started out many years ago as a cheap singlespeed runabout, which was then loaned to my elder son who barely used it and left it outside in Leeds where it lost a wheel.  I've now reclaimed it and kitted it out for occasional middle-aged rides around wet lanes in Bucks/Oxon.  PDW mudguards wen on today, as did some slightly alarming 20mm tyres.
You may or may not know, but Terry Dolan ( Cougar) built the frames for several of the UK professional teams in the 80s. All sprayed up as something else of course. I had a Cougar 753 Falcon team frame that was the best handling frame I ever rode.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 14 April, 2020, 10:48:46 am
Quote from: sg37409 on 13 April, 2020, 05:45:41 pm
I built up this new Genesis ti frame for my commute about 5 commutes before the lockdown.  The frame and wheels were new, everything else is well used which made it a tricky build.  Nothing seemed to go on just right.

Ti gives a lovely ride, the 32 slicks help on the canal path too.  Mudguards are excellent but the rough path pretty much make them a consumable esp when they're the longer heavier type. A shimano cassette with SRAM changer and mech works reasonably well. The brakes are excellent. TRP Hylex.  Great feel at the lever, good power, maint free.  Comfortable hoods too. Dynohub f.light B&M lumotec - Works nicely but the finish is flaking off it now. Not sure how waterproof it will prove to be. There are no bike sheds at my work. Tubus fly rack for my bag.  All cleaned and serviced.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49770142712_2ec0d2382d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iQ1ZsQ)DSC00907 (https://flic.kr/p/2iQ1ZsQ) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49769816646_dd9ca7016f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iPZjx1)DSC00908 (https://flic.kr/p/2iPZjx1) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr

Ooh, I like that!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 14 April, 2020, 12:31:34 pm
Similar to mcshroom’s Genesis, I built this Kinesis Gran Fondo Ti V3 last year with Shimano Ultegra Di2, Ritchey Classic bars, stem and seatpost, Brooks Cambium saddle and Hunt Aero Wide wheels, and Portland Design Works mudguards. It’s a wonderful ride!

(https://i.imgur.com/WWCmtpp.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 14 April, 2020, 02:25:05 pm
Very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: kyuss on 14 April, 2020, 04:47:50 pm
After folding a chainring and making a mess of the downtube on my Triban I got a new frameset for the Deliveroo bike. Thought I'd take a pic before I ugly it up by fitting the mudguards.

(https://i.imgur.com/VyvV82Q.jpg)

Yes, I know, the grass needs cut.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 14 April, 2020, 05:09:06 pm
Quote from: kyuss on 14 April, 2020, 04:47:50 pm
After folding a chainring and making a mess of the downtube on my Triban I got a new frameset for the Deliveroo bike. Thought I'd take a pic before I ugly it up by fitting the mudguards.
Yay, that's two Deliveroo bikes on the same page :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: zigzag on 14 April, 2020, 05:14:58 pm
serviced and ready for faster rides

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200414/866d61b677c7b56211086df6fe1c38b7.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 14 April, 2020, 08:05:36 pm
Nice Genesi

or is it Genesises?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul D on 21 April, 2020, 11:57:45 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 06 April, 2020, 05:42:51 pm
A suitcase

(https://i.imgur.com/faOmxep.jpg)

Full of bike


May I enquire what suitcase that is? An Airnamal-specific one? I ask as it looks bigger than the S&S soft or hard cases, which are equal-sided (at least I know the soft case is).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 21 April, 2020, 08:31:14 pm
Yes, airnimal specific (or at least Airnimal sold and branded)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 21 April, 2020, 10:42:26 pm
Quote from: TimC on 14 April, 2020, 12:31:34 pm
Similar to mcshroom’s Genesis, I built this Kinesis Gran Fondo Ti V3 last year with Shimano Ultegra Di2, Ritchey Classic bars, stem and seatpost, Brooks Cambium saddle and Hunt Aero Wide wheels, and Portland Design Works mudguards. It’s a wonderful ride!

(https://i.imgur.com/WWCmtpp.jpg)

Yours is another piece of very shiny Titanium :thumbsup:

The one before, though is sg37409's

My Genesis is Aluminium :)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49802759413_8d1f02782a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iSUagK)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 12:16:11 am
Oops! That's still a very fine bike. I've always like Genesis, and the N+1 urge is strong right now. But I have 9...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 April, 2020, 06:30:33 am
10 is a nice round number Tim!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 22 April, 2020, 09:43:11 am
Only in base 10. There's  nothing stopping TimC switching say, to base 11, and then, ooo, maybe, base 12. Just to keep the numbers round you understand.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 April, 2020, 11:30:39 am
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!

I fancy a fat bike, have you got one?  If not why not?  I have no idea where I'd ride a fat bike but I do want one.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: PaulF on 22 April, 2020, 11:34:07 am
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 11:30:39 am
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!

I fancy a fat bike, have you got one?  If not why not?  I have no idea where I'd ride a fat bike but I do want one.

When this is all over I may be selling mine...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 22 April, 2020, 11:43:37 am
Why ?  Will you be too fat for it ?   :-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 April, 2020, 11:50:33 am
Quote from: PaulF on 22 April, 2020, 11:34:07 am
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 11:30:39 am
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!

I fancy a fat bike, have you got one?  If not why not?  I have no idea where I'd ride a fat bike but I do want one.

When this is all over I may be selling mine...

Not helpful  ;D  A year or so ago I nearly bought one from a local yacfer but commonsense prevailed, not sure it will again.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49805195621_d09abff292_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk)IMG_4223 (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk) by Ruth Irving (https://www.flickr.com/photos/106826773@N02/), on Flickr

Isn't she pretty?

Trying to decide whether to wait till after Lockdown to ride her outside.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 April, 2020, 12:06:31 pm
Very pretty!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 12:49:10 pm
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 11:30:39 am
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!

I fancy a fat bike, have you got one?  If not why not?  I have no idea where I'd ride a fat bike but I do want one.

No, and I don’t want one. I don’t have an MTB any more either. I have a cross bike which manages all the off-roading I ever intend to do.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 April, 2020, 01:00:10 pm
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 12:49:10 pm
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 11:30:39 am
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 11:17:25 am
Stop it!!

I fancy a fat bike, have you got one?  If not why not?  I have no idea where I'd ride a fat bike but I do want one.

No, and I don’t want one. I don’t have an MTB any more either. I have a cross bike which manages all the off-roading I ever intend to do.

I have a cross bike [Fred the Surly Disc Trucker] which who manages [very well indeed] all the off-roading I ever intend to do.  But that's not the point is it?  ;D

My issue with having more bikes is storage space, the Man Cave is full to overflowing  :'(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 22 April, 2020, 01:13:20 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
Isn't she pretty?
Yes, and needs riding.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 03:26:24 pm
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 01:00:10 pm
I have a cross bike [Fred the Surly Disc Trucker] which who manages [very well indeed] all the off-roading I ever intend to do.  But that's not the point is it?  ;D

My issue with having more bikes is storage space, the Man Cave is full to overflowing  :'(

Having at one point had 21 bikes in the garage (in my defence I had a wife and four teenagers at the time, all of whom rode) I can empathise with running out of room. However, my current 9 are split between a garage and a shed, and share that space with the detritus that comes with moving out of a large family home to a tiny cottage. Yes, I know that was some years ago. I'll get around to it...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 22 April, 2020, 03:28:38 pm
All these CdF photos give me an excuse to repost mine

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c0uZznY8Ak4/XqBUUT7D4qI/AAAAAAADOb8/dB791lxOXTE-9GD4axwcneZUOxAst6V1gCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/HAM90035.JPG)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The Family Cyclist on 22 April, 2020, 03:29:28 pm
SFBP/OD your right you don't need a mountain bike as that would make COR just OR
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 22 April, 2020, 04:10:07 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49805195621_d09abff292_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk)IMG_4223 (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk) by Ruth Irving (https://www.flickr.com/photos/106826773@N02/), on Flickr

Isn't she pretty?

Trying to decide whether to wait till after Lockdown to ride her outside.

She is indeed very pretty :) I think it would be a shame to not ride her in this glorious sunshine. You know it's going to rain as soon as the lockdown is over ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 05:57:32 pm
Quote from: TimC on 22 April, 2020, 03:26:24 pm
Quote from: Septimus Fitzwilliam Beauregard Partridge on 22 April, 2020, 01:00:10 pm
I have a cross bike [Fred the Surly Disc Trucker] which who manages [very well indeed] all the off-roading I ever intend to do.  But that's not the point is it?  ;D

My issue with having more bikes is storage space, the Man Cave is full to overflowing  :'(

Having at one point had 21 bikes in the garage (in my defence I had a wife and four teenagers at the time, all of whom rode) I can empathise with running out of room. However, my current 9 are split between a garage and a shed, and share that space with the detritus that comes with moving out of a large family home to a tiny cottage. Yes, I know that was some years ago. I'll get around to it...

The said cross bike, COR for the use of...

(https://i.imgur.com/Vq48m6M.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 22 April, 2020, 06:51:15 pm
I hope that I can get a trice full fat  next year  .there is lots of interesting bridlway s in the  chiltern s . :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Graeme on 22 April, 2020, 07:35:35 pm
Quote from: mcshroom on 22 April, 2020, 04:10:07 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49805195621_d09abff292_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk)IMG_4223 (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk) by Ruth Irving (https://www.flickr.com/photos/106826773@N02/), on Flickr

Isn't she pretty?

Trying to decide whether to wait till after Lockdown to ride her outside.

She is indeed very pretty :) I think it would be a shame to not ride her in this glorious sunshine. You know it's going to rain as soon as the lockdown is over ;D

+1
Ride the bicycle in the sunshine!
What a gorgeous object Ruthie
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 22 April, 2020, 07:39:40 pm
Definitely ride it while the sun shines. For one thing, you need to enjoy the white bar tape sparkling in the sun before it gets grubby!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 06 May, 2020, 05:55:13 pm
Quote from: Ham on 22 April, 2020, 03:28:38 pm
All these CdF photos give me an excuse to repost mine

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c0uZznY8Ak4/XqBUUT7D4qI/AAAAAAADOb8/dB791lxOXTE-9GD4axwcneZUOxAst6V1gCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/HAM90035.JPG)

I likes that, I does.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: phantasmagoriana on 06 May, 2020, 06:15:56 pm
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49805195621_d09abff292_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk)IMG_4223 (https://flic.kr/p/2iT7Dtk) by Ruth Irving (https://www.flickr.com/photos/106826773@N02/), on Flickr

Isn't she pretty?

Trying to decide whether to wait till after Lockdown to ride her outside.

Ooh - very nice indeed! :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 07 May, 2020, 09:57:42 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49842365062_f792825bde_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iWp9DL)IMG_1250 (https://flic.kr/p/2iWp9DL) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

Meet 'Grunhilda'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 08 May, 2020, 12:39:11 am
Quote from: Ruthie on 22 April, 2020, 12:04:46 pm
Isn't she pretty?
Trying to decide whether to wait till after Lockdown to ride her outside.

Yes - I hope you have many happy hours together and starting soon!

And Blodwyn Pig too.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 08:57:24 pm
Rapid little Canyon.  Really fortunate to own this.

(I used to be able to embed images but only seem to be able to paste a link....and help is greatly appreciated).

https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 09:04:44 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49871853132_4e6ce887a9_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 09:08:59 pm
Click on the 'Share' icon, select BBCode, then copy all the text and paste it here. Delete the last two lines if all you want is the image.

It looks like this when you paste it, but you only need the first line.

(url=https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL)(img)https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49871853132_4e6ce887a9_b.jpg(/img)(/url)
(url=https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL)IMG_20200503_114535(/url) by (url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/)Stuart Gray(/url), on Flickr

(Square brackets replaced with regular ones.)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 10:00:48 pm
Amazing....thank you!  I'll try it with some more bike pics
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 May, 2020, 10:02:09 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 08:57:24 pm
Rapid little Canyon.  Really fortunate to own this.

(I used to be able to embed images but only seem to be able to paste a link....and help is greatly appreciated).

https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL



Lovely machine, very tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 10:23:17 pm
Quote from: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 09:08:59 pm
Click on the 'Share' icon, select BBCode, then copy all the text and paste it here. Delete the last two lines if all you want is the image.

It looks like this when you paste it, but you only need the first line.

(url=https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL)(img)https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49871853132_4e6ce887a9_b.jpg(/img)(/url)
(url=https://flic.kr/p/2iZ1hqL)IMG_20200503_114535(/url) by (url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/)Stuart Gray(/url), on Flickr

(Square brackets replaced with regular ones.)

I can't find that text anywhere....I've logged on through website and not App, but still find no bbcode.  Frustrating.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 10:31:54 pm
From this page - https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/49871853132/ - bottom right of the screen is an arrow which bends right. Click on that (mouse tip is 'Share photo').

That brings up a box headed 'Share 1 photo to:'  Select the BBCode tab.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 10:45:54 pm
Quote from: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 10:31:54 pm
From this page - https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/49871853132/ - bottom right of the screen is an arrow which bends right. Click on that (mouse tip is 'Share photo').

That brings up a box headed 'Share 1 photo to:'  Select the BBCode tab.

Nope, no share arrow....I know exactly the one you mean.  I can open a load of share options but nowhere is a bbcode....only allows copy ULR.  Thanks anyway though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 08 May, 2020, 10:55:38 pm
Quote from: Blodwyn Pig on 13 January, 1975, 11:41:46 pm
Meet 'Grunhilda'

All the better for scooping up treasure found on the roads as you ride along ! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 11:02:55 pm
Weird, here's what I see when viewing your photo on Flickr: -

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49872266192_0bd12fe99a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iZ3pdu)

You have to move the mouse down to the bottom right to reveal the three icons down there.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 08 May, 2020, 11:18:45 pm
Quote from: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 11:02:55 pm
Weird, here's what I see when viewing your photo on Flickr: -

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49872266192_0bd12fe99a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iZ3pdu)

You have to move the mouse down to the bottom right to reveal the three icons down there.

Really weird.  Don't see that at all...but on phone not laptop.  Just get this text....

https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/shares/0e41GW

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 11:20:43 pm
From that link in your post I click on the photo and that takes me to https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/49539225868/in/shares-0e41GW/ where the arrow appears.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 09 May, 2020, 09:40:04 am
Quote from: hatler on 08 May, 2020, 11:20:43 pm
From that link in your post I click on the photo and that takes me to https://www.flickr.com/photos/186995021@N02/49539225868/in/shares-0e41GW/ where the arrow appears.

Okay, logged in on laptop (works hence I don't use for personal stuff)...but saw a different screen and bbcode straight away.  Thank you very much for your help though.

Stu
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 09 May, 2020, 09:56:03 am
The fleet...bottom 2 recently sold.....top most recently added.  ;D


(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49871853132_c1441946d9_k.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49539225928_b05d0d3589_k.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49539225868_3a87d15010_k.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49539950802_14e0168e9c_k.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49539949872_afa6541bf2_k.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 09 May, 2020, 11:25:23 am
That's quite a collection.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 09 May, 2020, 11:53:06 am
That Thorn is so nicely fitted out, hopefully the new owner appreciates it!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 11 May, 2020, 10:39:04 am
New build coming along nicely.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49832831093_b88bd1f72b_z.jpg)

I have the Ultegra Di2 front mech.Rear mech,disc rotors and new BB on order.Crank-set and wheels next....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 11 May, 2020, 05:39:17 pm
Quote from: 100%JR on 11 May, 2020, 10:39:04 am
New build coming along nicely.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49832831093_b88bd1f72b_z.jpg)


That's going to be a fantastic build....enve wheels going on 🤞👍
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 12 May, 2020, 09:30:14 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 11 May, 2020, 05:39:17 pm
That's going to be a fantastic build....enve wheels going on 🤞👍
Not decided on the wheel set yet.There's a couple of local builders I'm looking at,HED in Sheffield and ZED in Barnsley.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 12 May, 2020, 03:18:50 pm
Quote from: 100%JR on 12 May, 2020, 09:30:14 am
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 11 May, 2020, 05:39:17 pm
That's going to be a fantastic build....enve wheels going on 🤞👍
Not decided on the wheel set yet.There's a couple of local builders I'm looking at,HED in Sheffield and ZED in Barnsley.
Try one at each end, then fall asleep: ZED HED.  ;)

It's a gorgeous frame.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 14 May, 2020, 09:07:29 pm
Quote from: JonBuoy on 14 May, 2010, 11:56:34 pm
I picked up my C2W N+1 today:

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/4606991056_fbb61fbb6e.jpg)

After 35 miles around the lanes and bridleways of Charnwood this evening  -  I like it !

OK  -  I know that the undergrowth is a bit slack.

It doesn't seem like ten years ago today that I picked up my CTW Genesis Croix de Fer as my first road bike.

Strava tells me that since 2012 I have done just under 50,000km on it.  With the missing two years and other unlogged rides I am guessing that it is somewhere near 60,000km.  It has been used for club runs, audaxes (including PBP*2, LEL, TINAT 400 etc plus a fair number of RRTY rides) and even a few time trials.  It has also been used for the occasional cycle to work  ;)  I reckon that it really doesn't owe me much.

Quite a few components have been changed but the frame, fork, stem, bars, shifters, brakes and rear wheel are still original.

This is what it looks like now with B17, dynamo hub & lights, different tyres, mudguards and bodged DIY flaps:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49895291931_3e23017748_z.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 May, 2020, 09:36:05 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49894946273_91e0a08574_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2j23Ddn)96591679_10158226654972486_1464511713960263680_n (https://flic.kr/p/2j23Ddn) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

First ride out on the Trucker yesterday since early March. Have swapped the Nitto Noodles for Cowchippers and fitted summer tyres (Schwalbe Marathon Supreme). Serviced too - needed to replace most of the drive train (outer and middle chain rings, bottom bracket, cassette, chain and rear mech).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 14 May, 2020, 09:55:38 pm
I thought your Surly was orange. Or is that a different bike?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 May, 2020, 09:57:23 pm
Quote from: Mrs Pingu on 14 May, 2020, 09:55:38 pm
I thought your Surly was orange. Or is that a different bike?

I have a Trucker and a Cross-Check ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mrs Pingu on 14 May, 2020, 10:42:01 pm
Ian '2 Surlies' DG!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 May, 2020, 10:43:46 pm
Quote from: Mrs Pingu on 14 May, 2020, 10:42:01 pm
Ian '2 Surlies' DG!

 :thumbsup:

Bit like the song so good  they named it twice I bought another one :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: paul851 on 14 May, 2020, 11:05:55 pm
Recently bought locally from the back of someones garage,I was a little confused initially  as I didn't think Hope did road bikes and Google initially only brought up a pic from the cycle show back in 2010 with no information but some inquiries on another forum seem to point to it being an ex Hopetech road team bike  possibly a resprayed and rebadged Pinarello ?

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49856211118_64f51950fc_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2iXC7AS)IMG_0051 (https://flic.kr/p/2iXC7AS) by prmarkey (https://www.flickr.com/photos/152964078@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 24 May, 2020, 02:16:40 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 11 May, 2020, 05:39:17 pm
Quote from: 100%JR on 11 May, 2020, 10:39:04 am
New build coming along nicely.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49832831093_b88bd1f72b_z.jpg)


That's going to be a fantastic build....enve wheels going on 🤞👍

Wheels purchased.Could not turn these down.Hope RD40.Paid less than half price and only done 200 miles  8) :thumbsup:

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49929020363_5f5c34e1d1_z.jpg)





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Majorbloodnok on 28 May, 2020, 10:26:45 pm
Tubeless ready?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 May, 2020, 08:21:15 am
Will they make that "train approaching" noise?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 30 May, 2020, 09:34:36 pm
Quote from: Majorbloodnok on 28 May, 2020, 10:26:45 pm
Tubeless ready?
They are but I'll be running tubes.Tried tubeless on the MTBs and didn't see any real benefit.

Quote from: rogerzilla on 29 May, 2020, 08:21:15 am
Will they make that "train approaching" noise?
I'm not sure but the hub makes a very nice sound....a bit like a safe being opened,more subtle than the loud clicking of the old Pro-2 MTB hubs :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 31 May, 2020, 06:48:42 am
I know what you mean, I love the sound of the hope rear hub on my airnimal
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 01 June, 2020, 10:30:55 am
So close now......

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49956757961_febfb44c9a_z.jpg)

Just needs chain,cassette,rear mech and pedals :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 06 June, 2020, 08:03:57 pm
Quote from: Sniper68 on 01 June, 2020, 10:30:55 am
So close now......

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49956757961_febfb44c9a_z.jpg)

Just needs chain,cassette,rear mech and pedals :thumbsup:
Choice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 03 July, 2020, 04:36:10 pm
Finished :thumbsup: 8)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50069654281_6ed6419157_z.jpg)

Pedals(Look Keo) have arrived today.
Di2 an absolute dream to set up.So easy!I can't wait to test ride it.
I have some cages to fit but am toying with the idea of Ti cages,,,yes...or no..... :-\

Lynskey R480 Ti frame.
Lynskey Carbon Fork
Ultegra Di2/Hydraulic
Hope RD40 Carbon Clincher,12mm Bolt-thru.
Hutchinson Fusion 5 700x25mm tyres(or tires ;) )
Brooks Cambium saddle
105 11-30 Cassette
Miche Graff Crankset,Sub-compact 48/32,170mm
KMC SL chain
3D printed integrated Wahoo Mount

To be upgraded if suitable:-
Treh Carbon post
Treh Carbon integrated bar/stem
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 03 July, 2020, 05:36:52 pm
Quote from: Sniper68 on 03 July, 2020, 04:36:10 pm
Finished :thumbsup: 8)
Pedals(Look Keo) have arrived today.
Di2 an absolute dream to set up.So easy!I can't wait to test ride it.
I have some cages to fit but am toying with the idea of Ti cages,,,yes...or no ..... :-\
Ridiculous question. Of course yes. Having spent that much ....
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 03 July, 2020, 05:59:39 pm
Nice.  Weight as is?   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sniper68 on 03 July, 2020, 09:07:07 pm
Quote from: hatler on 03 July, 2020, 05:36:52 pm
Ridiculous question. Of course yes. Having spent that much ....
That's what I was thinking ;D

Quote from: andyoxon on 03 July, 2020, 05:59:39 pm
Nice.  Weight as is?   :)
8.25kg/18.1lb :thumbsup:
TBH I'm happy with anything sub-20lb.It's a bit heavier than my Canyon but that was to be expected.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 08 July, 2020, 09:00:33 pm
That's very tidy lookin'.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hulver on 01 August, 2020, 04:23:22 pm
(Almost) finished my build!

(https://home.collins.me.uk/s/9nHPniFydf6sx5i/preview)

Just got lights to fit, and bars to wrap, and I'm done. Just been out for a (very) quick ride. Very nice to ride. I love it.

Even built the wheels on this myself, first wheel build project. First 11 speed, first hydraulic, first disc brakes, first through axle. A lot of firsts for me on this bike.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 01 August, 2020, 05:53:07 pm
Very nice!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 August, 2020, 05:41:26 pm
Sold the Ron Cooper, which was too small, and bought this in heavily-retouched banana yellow.  Components moved across from the Cooper except for the bars, which I had, the Italian threaded 6400 BB, the Campag seatpost and the Nitto UI-12 stem from Japan.  A quill stem for 31.8 bars!

It will have STI at some point but I've set it up with bar-end shifters for now and left the cables a bit long so they can be reused.

Made in 1995 and originally sold by Vanheste in De Panne.

I'm thinking of having it painted in Team Telekom colours.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233516467_8362304e74_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUkv)20200816_172222 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUkv) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233516302_91e98045e5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUhE)20200816_172244 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUhE) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233515672_da214bdd71_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXU6N)20200816_172318 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXU6N) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233515907_a04a81418c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUaR)20200816_172333 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUaR) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RawToluene on 31 August, 2020, 02:27:42 pm
My steel do-it-all road bike, on a recent credit card tour.
Old 5 speed frame converted to 1x11 spreading the chain stays (scariest fettling ever done).
Shimano 105, and odd set of pieces to accomodate the 1 inch steerer and french threaded bottom bracket.

(https://sklabez.net/Pictures/bigger/DSCF8248.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sg37409 on 14 September, 2020, 11:29:25 am
I was finding the gearing on my Croix de Fer not very optimal for me, so I changed to have a shimano 36/26 chains and I found a 2nd hand 11-speed cassette at a decent price. Its 11-23 so I've sacrificed big gears and really small gears to have many in the range I usually use, all on the big ring.  Its still a bit of an experiment but I enjoyed the choices available on a wet and very windy weekend. The CdF is a nice ride, and although this slows it down a bit I'm happy with that for now.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50341219202_fe0b3e7000_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jGtUBd)IMG_2485 (https://flic.kr/p/2jGtUBd) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50341219127_367c5be268_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jGtUzV)IMG_2484 (https://flic.kr/p/2jGtUzV) by sg310 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24775321@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 September, 2020, 12:06:36 pm
Good work!  One of the many things I love about cycling is the ability to experiment for relatively modest amounts of money and faff.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 20 September, 2020, 12:50:36 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 16 August, 2020, 05:41:26 pm
Sold the Ron Cooper, which was too small, and bought this in heavily-retouched banana yellow.  Components moved across from the Cooper except for the bars, which I had, the Italian threaded 6400 BB, the Campag seatpost and the Nitto UI-12 stem from Japan.  A quill stem for 31.8 bars!

It will have STI at some point but I've set it up with bar-end shifters for now and left the cables a bit long so they can be reused.

Made in 1995 and originally sold by Vanheste in De Panne.

I'm thinking of having it painted in Team Telekom colours.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233516467_8362304e74_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUkv)20200816_172222 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUkv) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233516302_91e98045e5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUhE)20200816_172244 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUhE) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233515672_da214bdd71_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXU6N)20200816_172318 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXU6N) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50233515907_a04a81418c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUaR)20200816_172333 (https://flic.kr/p/2jwXUaR) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

You’re probably aware, but that is Vlaanderen 2000 team finish. I’ve got an SLX one, with the original steel forks.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 September, 2020, 07:17:57 am
I didn't know that - I only know it's probably a 1995 frame.  I have an SLX fork for it from the same era but it needs a longer steerer brazing in (which I also have, SLX too!).

The original finish is really shot - it's more touch-up than original - so I'm going to get it repainted in Telekom colours like Olaf Ludwig's old ride: https://www.speedbicycles.ch/velo/533/eddy_merckx_titane_team_telekom_olaf_ludwig_1995.html
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 05 December, 2020, 06:44:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 September, 2020, 07:17:57 am
I didn't know that - I only know it's probably a 1995 frame.  I have an SLX fork for it from the same era but it needs a longer steerer brazing in (which I also have, SLX too!).

The original finish is really shot - it's more touch-up than original - so I'm going to get it repainted in Telekom colours like Olaf Ludwig's old ride: https://www.speedbicycles.ch/velo/533/eddy_merckx_titane_team_telekom_olaf_ludwig_1995.html

That really is lovely. Must have been quite early for a Ti frame - and maybe a bit noodly given the small pipes.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: giropaul on 07 December, 2020, 04:21:56 pm
Quote from: sojournermike on 05 December, 2020, 06:44:21 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 21 September, 2020, 07:17:57 am
I didn't know that - I only know it's probably a 1995 frame.  I have an SLX fork for it from the same era but it needs a longer steerer brazing in (which I also have, SLX too!).

The original finish is really shot - it's more touch-up than original - so I'm going to get it repainted in Telekom colours like Olaf Ludwig's old ride: https://www.speedbicycles.ch/velo/533/eddy_merckx_titane_team_telekom_olaf_ludwig_1995.html

That really is lovely. Must have been quite early for a Ti frame - and maybe a bit noodly given the small pipes.

I’ve got one. They’re basically Litespeeds. It rides pretty well, I certainly wouldn’t call it noodly at all as far as I can remember - it’s a bit too deeply buried in other bikes to get out easily.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 29 January, 2021, 02:46:12 pm
Argos have painted it.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CKn0BR5lNs1/

One day I might be allowed to drive to Bristol and collect it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 10 February, 2021, 07:52:54 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 29 January, 2021, 02:46:12 pm
Argos have painted it.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CKn0BR5lNs1/

One day I might be allowed to drive to Bristol and collect it.

I'm sure it's lovely, but I ain't letting Instagram put cookies on my computer to see it.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 24 February, 2021, 04:30:08 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50976735082_95119e7628_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky)20210224_154515 (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

There you go - all built up now.  And only half a pound heavier than the titanium team bikes that year.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 24 February, 2021, 04:41:49 pm
very nice indeed. 
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The French Tandem on 24 February, 2021, 05:32:14 pm
Very nice  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Only the STI levers looks a bit out of place for me, but it's probably me who is getting too grumpy :(

A
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 24 February, 2021, 05:48:00 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 February, 2021, 04:30:08 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50976735082_95119e7628_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky)20210224_154515 (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

There you go - all built up now.  And only half a pound heavier than the titanium team bikes that year.
Tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 24 February, 2021, 05:55:54 pm
You need some of these : -
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/ka4AAOSwP4NfyKzR/s-l500.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Polar Bear on 24 February, 2021, 06:02:03 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 24 February, 2021, 04:30:08 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50976735082_95119e7628_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky)20210224_154515 (https://flic.kr/p/2kED6ky) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

There you go - all built up now.  And only half a pound heavier than the titanium team bikes that year.

Very very nice.  Would look even better with a white perch though.  😉
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 03 March, 2021, 08:54:25 am
Very nice work, RZ  :thumbsup:

The STIs over downtube shifters get my vote. The latter might be more of the period, but having put downtube shifters on a retro project of my own, I never enjoyed riding it anywhere as much as I'd hoped.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 08 March, 2021, 07:00:51 pm
It's actually because the empty head tube cable guides would annoy me.  The shifters are Sora, which is the only choice for 7 speed.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 08 March, 2021, 09:29:55 pm
STI is actually equally period correct, it's why the head tube cables guides are there.

But the bars, saddle, rims are not  ;D

Does the rear gear cable loop need to be that big?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2021, 05:15:12 pm
Yes.  Yes, it does.

The worst offences against period-correctness are the crankset and BB, which pre-date the frame by several years, and the 6500 hubset.  7810 pedals are a bit late, too, but no-one rides SPD-R any more and 7810 is the best pedal ever made by Shimano...one pro still uses them, I believe.

It's meant to look right, not be right!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 15 March, 2021, 06:07:55 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2021, 05:15:12 pm
It's meant to look right, not be right!

You've changed!  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 March, 2021, 09:14:51 pm
I'm not putting DA 7700 cranks on it because (a) Octalink and (b) the logos are always rubbed off.  7400 (7402 here) has engraved logos and the 7400 BB is square taper.  Apparently it's not quite JIS, so you should use the proper cup-and-cone BB and not just slap in a 113mm UN55.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TheRedEyeJedi on 16 March, 2021, 08:34:30 am
I was very close last month to pulling the trigger on a new Trek Emonda on C2W to replace my much loved and used Genesis equilibrium disc.   I requested the voucher and everything and was all set to buy.  I’ve lost a bit of weight myself I wanted a lighter, quicker bike for summer riding.  I’m sure I would have loved the Trek but the thought of looking after a £2.5k bike was causing me a bit of stress... to the point where I realised I wasn’t enjoying the bike shopping experience.  It just seems like a huge amount of money to spunk on a bike when I have a family (even though they encouraged it). 

So I decided to see what I could buy second hand on a budget that could get close to the trek.   This is the result .......

Van Rysal RR 900 AF - £350
Purchased off FB market place - 4 months old with full 105 and direct mount front brake and hardly used.  Came with mint Mavic aksium wheels and conti rubber that I will be selling.  Been looing at these for a while for a build as they kept winning loads of budget bike awards.  Cant believe the whole thing only cost £350 - he even threw in a pump, bottles, lock, bag, lights and tubes.  Just needed it gone.

Mavic Krysium Elite S wheel set - £80
Local buy from FB market place - one rim has a braking surface that’s a bit concave but local bike shop think it’s got a plenty of life left - otherwise rims and bearings are great)

Selle Italia SLR titanium saddle - £35
Again market place bargain and perfect

11-32 cassette to replace the 11-28 on the bike (it has a long cage mech already) - £15 off a mate

Conti GP5000 28 mm - £37 (on offer at wiggle now and I had another new one in the garage to add)

Latex tubes - £25 for the pair

Koolstop pads - £5, unopened from local rider

Local bike shop to check everything over, mini service, swap wheels and cassette and supply/fit a bigger chain for the new 32 cassette - £50

All in, bike, parts and service- just under £600!

Feeling very smug about this one - my favourite bike before this has been a £300 charge plug single speed with some spa hand built wheels added that has given me endless miles of no problem fun and I think I’m now a full convert to cheap bikes.  This one felt great with the Aksium rims that it came on but it’s night and day switching to the new rims, tire and tube combo.

Hoping to pick up some used carbon bits to bring the weight down more I’ve never had a power meter before but I have the budget left to add a used one into the mix here if one comes up locally.

Looking forward to getting in some big rides very soon - really impressed with the frame - with the new wheels and rubber set up it feels as comfy as my steel genesis.  Gone down from a 58 to 56 which is something I have wanted to try out for a while- I think i could do with a few mm extra on the stem but I really like the more compact set up and will try it out an a long ride before I make a change

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(https://scontent-lhr8-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/160272581_10224735676919542_2327892351023157465_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=b9115d&_nc_ohc=sEdieoXpg1AAX8tF47n&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-2.xx&oh=6092bce3e42e12b16813d2707c8a6e5f&oe=60766BA0)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 16 March, 2021, 10:03:32 am
Nice one !!  Fully approve of all of that.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 16 March, 2021, 10:06:31 pm
That is quite a drop to the bars  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TheRedEyeJedi on 17 March, 2021, 12:34:29 pm
What can I say - for a big guy i'm quite bendy  :D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 17 April, 2021, 08:02:59 pm
New Raleigh Record Sprint project bike on today's outing.  Rides really well.  Modified 105 5703 triple 50-39-24 with 11-32, used the 20" gear up Blowingstone hill!  Took in some gravel up to & over the Ridgeway, 28mm Paselas & Shimano RS100 wheels.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51120989372_af0f4fb1cf_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kTor7u)PXL_20210417_135701894 (https://flic.kr/p/2kTor7u) by a oxon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145942400@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mcshroom on 18 April, 2021, 10:16:27 am
Very nice! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TheRedEyeJedi on 19 April, 2021, 09:36:06 am
love that -really nice
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 19 April, 2021, 10:01:43 am
That's lovely. Good work.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 April, 2021, 02:25:23 pm
Because I'm doing more shorter & faster rides with the other ½, I thought it was time to invest in an attempt to keep up:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51125366183_0354ef5b6f_c.jpg)

Cannondale Caad13 with 105.  Aluminium, because I prefer the ride to Carbon. Stiff enough but still OK for 3-4 hours.   I got it last year and initially it felt sluggish setting off, but I've changed the wheels & tyres and it now goes beautifully.  It's not as comfy but is noticeably quicker than my 15 yr old Ti road bike - we can now do [flat] rides together and stay together most of the way round! 

(and it has fittings for mudguards!  :D)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hatler on 19 April, 2021, 02:30:33 pm
That looks neat. It may have fittings for mudguards, but how on earth would you fit one to the rear wheel ? Seat tube >< Rear tyre looks pretty close to me.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 19 April, 2021, 03:19:35 pm
I've never actually tried, but I recon there's space - just! the seat tube isnt straight, there's a bit of a 'bow' to the back of it.  There's a low profile Allen bolt in the mounting hole already and there's a surprising amount of clearance to the tyre.......
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 19 April, 2021, 03:53:41 pm
It's a nice sagey colour.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Davef on 19 April, 2021, 04:03:17 pm
Nice. You need to get that hacksaw out unless that stack of spacers is for hanging a coat on.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Solocle on 20 April, 2021, 02:26:55 pm
(https://i.ibb.co/QQYh4xL/1-D90-A928-3-D1-D-4-C57-882-A-5-A5561-D83065.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zxPCztp)
(https://i.ibb.co/DYDphW0/BBDCEF43-0701-4876-838-C-057-EC82-F837-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QkFdLQy)
My two bikes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 20 April, 2021, 03:11:53 pm
Is that a surfboard in your pannier?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 20 April, 2021, 04:24:32 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 20 April, 2021, 03:11:53 pm
Is that a surfboard in your pannier?
Or are you just pleased to see me?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Solocle on 21 April, 2021, 09:01:07 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 20 April, 2021, 03:11:53 pm
Is that a surfboard in your pannier?
Ironing board! The iron is in the other one...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 April, 2021, 11:36:55 am
And I thought taking a teapot camping with me was excessive.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 April, 2021, 01:18:50 pm
Quote from: Solocle on 21 April, 2021, 09:01:07 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 20 April, 2021, 03:11:53 pm
Is that a surfboard in your pannier?
Ironing board! The iron is in the other one...

An easy mistake to make!  Begs the questions: is it possible to surf using an ironing board and can you do the ironing on a surfboard?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Danu on 21 April, 2021, 05:54:18 pm
Can certainly do the washing using the surface
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Ham on 21 April, 2021, 06:04:26 pm
Extreme ironing beckons

(https://i.pinimg.com/736x/e6/89/1b/e6891bbbd865a9836bfd41e30befce21.jpg)

(https://cdn.coolofthewild.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Unicycle.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 21 April, 2021, 06:56:01 pm
I always thought Minas Tirith had an excellent ironing board, in case those big chaps from the Argonath needed to do their shirts.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/5520/9845995073_0d7b30d8d8_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/g14iiK)Minas Tirith (https://flic.kr/p/g14iiK) by Guardian Images (https://www.flickr.com/photos/102537907@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 20 January, 2022, 06:29:44 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51833025280_3128aaeb3e_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mYiNzE)IMG_2255 (https://flic.kr/p/2mYiNzE) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr


Haven't posted up a pic of Olive for a couple of years, still going strong.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 19 May, 2022, 05:30:53 pm
'Gravel' bike more or less ready for Ridgeway ride, from Wantage area to Avebury & beyond - in the dry... 

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52084735853_870313f526_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nmxTn8)PXL_Saracen Powertrax 1995 (https://flic.kr/p/2nmxTn8) by a oxon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145942400@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 06 July, 2022, 07:43:26 pm
Love it ^^^^^

I'm still riding my contemporary green machine

Meanwhile, two boxes have arrived

(https://i.imgur.com/KbHSCug.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 06 July, 2022, 07:44:26 pm
Faran?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 06 July, 2022, 07:53:50 pm
Even better, Faran 2.0  ;)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 07 July, 2022, 07:21:14 pm
(https://i.imgur.com/MIUzU6T.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/S6UBLfl.jpg?1)
Long steerer

(https://i.imgur.com/tWaKxZI.jpg)
f for fork or f for faran?

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: cycleman on 07 July, 2022, 08:45:36 pm
Neither, front  :demon:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 07 July, 2022, 11:06:55 pm
My Surly Cross-Check - now with On-One Jeff bars, similar to Jones H loop but <1/3 of the price  :)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52201095786_fe13eb17df.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nwQg7S)P1020149 (https://flic.kr/p/2nwQg7S) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 08 July, 2022, 08:31:52 pm
Round things

(https://i.imgur.com/DDFr35y.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/19u1Nvv.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 08:42:33 pm
Looking forward to seeing the Fairlight built up, looks promising. And it looks as if there is a guide in that lovely fork for the dynamo wire - there was no guide in the fork I recently ran a wire through and it wasn’t much fun until I had an idea that worked within a minute.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 08 July, 2022, 09:37:41 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 08:42:33 pm
Looking forward to seeing the Fairlight built up, looks promising. And it looks as if there is a guide in that lovely fork for the dynamo wire - there was no guide in the fork I recently ran a wire through and it wasn’t much fun until I had an idea that worked within a minute.

Do tell. ::-)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 09:58:40 pm
After much messing about trying to use an old Bowden cable through as a guide / puller and it repeatedly becoming detached at the critical moment - very tight fit - I abandoned all that, reverted to just dropping the wire itself down after feeding a loop of stiff fishing line in through the lower hole, and pulled the loop out + wire when the dynamo wire had dropped through the loop.

I do think describing a fork with a hole near the bottom of one leg as “dynamo cable ready” is being not entirely truthful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 08 July, 2022, 10:06:31 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 08:42:33 pm
Looking forward to seeing the Fairlight built up, looks promising. And it looks as if there is a guide in that lovely fork for the dynamo wire - there was no guide in the fork I recently ran a wire through and it wasn’t much fun until I had an idea that worked within a minute.

I don't know about a guide (yet) but if you look at the design notes there are ports all over the place to run Di2 or dynamo cables.  I'll be going battery rear light to start with, but may go dyno eventually.  All the control cables are conventionally external which was one of my purchase criteria.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 10:10:03 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 08 July, 2022, 10:06:31 pm
Quote from: Sergeant Pluck on 08 July, 2022, 08:42:33 pm
Looking forward to seeing the Fairlight built up, looks promising. And it looks as if there is a guide in that lovely fork for the dynamo wire - there was no guide in the fork I recently ran a wire through and it wasn’t much fun until I had an idea that worked within a minute.

I don't know about a guide (yet) but if you look at the design notes there are ports all over the place to run Di2 or dynamo cables.  I'll be going battery rear light to start with, but may go dyno eventually.  All the control cables are conventionally external which was one of my purchase criteria.

Your fork will have a guide I am sure, it being of more recent design and higher end than the Surly one I refer to.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 10 July, 2022, 08:00:38 pm
brakes fitted, first time using flat mount, can you see what I did wrong?
(https://i.imgur.com/stLlIhM.jpg)

Thats a bit better - oddly TRP do not send mounting screws with the rear adapter, only with the front.  I had some to hand
(https://i.imgur.com/B8CuIqA.jpg)

Starting to look a bit like a bike - not sure whether to get it mechanically complete before getting the steerer cut, will call the LBS tomorrow.
(https://i.imgur.com/26qXkxq.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Sergeant Pluck on 10 July, 2022, 08:47:25 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 10 July, 2022, 08:00:38 pm
brakes fitted, first time using flat mount, can you see what I did wrong?

Whoops! Easy to miss the obvious (upside down) when one’s mind is on the many other things that need to be got right. Looking pretty good there so far.

Is that Thudbuster?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 10 July, 2022, 08:51:39 pm
XLC version, about half the price

Only thing annoying me right now itself scrappy old rhs shifter vs the new list version, I'm strongly channeling the f for function rather than for form
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 11 July, 2022, 10:25:17 pm
(https://i.imgur.com/uhBfdqu.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 13 July, 2022, 10:10:29 pm
Mostly mechanically complete, physically set up so I can remove the fork and take to the LBS for steerer cutting and star nut setting. Cockpit is about 20mm shorter than the Giant roadbike, deliberately so to give me a more relaxed/less stretched position.  Just sitting on it feels very comfy.

Tyres also now have sealant in them, again much easier than I was expecting.

(https://i.imgur.com/7btffpZ.jpg)

You may note that there is no FD.  I hang my head in shame  :-[ . I bought a non OEM FD clamp, which I did not notice was imperfectly round. Despite paying strict attention to the torque limite, I now have a dint in my otherwise pristine seat tube, and a new Shimano clamp on order.

Here's the huge pile of packaging generated by building a bike, not including the boxes all the bits came in

(https://i.imgur.com/wLBFzsF.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 16 July, 2022, 09:28:52 pm
Mechanically complete  :thumbsup:

Fork back from LBS today from steerer cutting , reassembled front end. Set up FD (those new 7000 series are so much easier to set up), tweaked brakes and checked over the drive train.
Quick ride half a mile up and down the road, gear changes nice and crisp, but brakes need to bed in a bit I think.  I also need to tweak the handlebar tilt a bit.

I wasn't anticipating it being ready for this week, I'm now wondering if I can get a couple of bottle cages installed and take it out for tomorrow's ride.

(https://i.imgur.com/tIDAOpf.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: perpetual dan on 16 July, 2022, 09:41:08 pm
That looks like it’ll be a lot of fun :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 July, 2022, 04:56:23 pm
Very nice! Bottle cages, fork cages, a couple of bags and ready for adventure...
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 17 July, 2022, 09:07:29 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 17 July, 2022, 04:56:23 pm
Very nice! Bottle cages, fork cages, a couple of bags and ready for adventure...

Fork cages OK, point weirdly backwards, but will fit.

Tailfin rack is not playing nicely with my panniers (cheapo from Sport Pursuit, for shopping), and obscure rear light, so I am currently delving into the world of
1) front racks for panniers, cargo cages on the tailfin
b) ortleib, city roller pannniers, other £££ ortleibs
iii) saying "fuck it" and opening the bottle of fino
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 July, 2022, 09:12:14 pm
Isn't Tailfin meant to work with its own panniers? Which I expect are equally as expensive as Ortliebs!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 17 July, 2022, 10:07:15 pm
even more so

Ortlieb City Rollers are available from £75 per pair vs Tailfin's £109 each
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 July, 2022, 09:23:37 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 17 July, 2022, 10:07:15 pm
even more so

Ortlieb City Rollers are available from £75 per pair vs Tailfin's £109 each

One of the Mid-Essex crew, psyclist, has some Tailfin gear, and I've seen others using it.  I get that it's expensive but it does look nice.  The thing I don't like about trad panniers, including Ortlieb is that they can partially disattach themselves when you do a bit of COR.  What I like about Tailfin stuff and bikepacking bags in general is that this is far less likely to happen.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 18 July, 2022, 10:51:23 am
I don't see the Tailfin panniers as having in anyway a better attachment.  I think my cheapo's were cheap for a reason  ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 18 July, 2022, 11:29:31 am
I've just ordered a Tailfin, primarily because it will cope with the tiny amount of available seat post on N+1.

Did you get the 3rd party adapters?

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 18 July, 2022, 12:35:04 pm
Yes I did, whilst they work at the top-end, the legs are much thicker than a standard rack and differently profiled - I'm going to have to fiddle around trying to space the hooks to stand further out, or go to market.

Go to market could be either change panniers, or a new low-rider front rack and move the cargo cages to the legs of the tailfin
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 18 July, 2022, 07:14:24 pm
So here's the issue

1) Front fork cages - too close to the wheel or not?  They mount pointing backwards rather than on the outer edge of the fork leg

(https://i.imgur.com/BgZGjni.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Qy10dNO.jpg)

2) Panniers

Obscure the rear light mount.  Pannier length = 40cm, Tailfin leg length = 32cm to the bottom of the rubberised section, hooks at the top edge of the pannier.

(https://i.imgur.com/LP1Vr2v.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/s5DNKrP.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1ZO2UfC.jpg)

So options are
1) cargo cages onto Tailfin, buy a lowrider rack and use panniers on the front
2) cargo cages stay on the front, buy a pannier that is not too long
3) 1+2
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 18 July, 2022, 07:25:10 pm
I think the fork bag is empty in the photos? Once you've got stuff in it, it should -- might -- take on more of a regular shape. Can you tighten the straps to cinch it more closely into the cage? And tuck that strap end away...

As for the rear light, would it not be better on the seat post or under the saddle rails? Assuming there's no way of mounting it on the rack itself, which would always be my first choice.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 18 July, 2022, 07:35:45 pm
No rack mount for the light, not on a Tailfin, though I might be able to come up with something.  It's a special Fairlight mount intended to use one of the rack/mudguard mounts  https://fairlightcycles.com/product/dynamo-rear-light-mount-drive-side-retail-stock/  (https://fairlightcycles.com/product/dynamo-rear-light-mount-drive-side-retail-stock/)

The fork pack has my usual saddlebag stuffed in their but it's by no means full.

Don't you just love it when parts won't play  >:(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 09:42:35 am
I take it you don't have the AP20 trunk top bag?

I'd probably look to put smaller panniers on there, tbh. But I have a full set of Ortlieb front and back rollers already.

I've opted for one with pannier mounts just because I figured it was better to have them and not need them and need them but not have them. I can see it's going to be fun getting everything to work.

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 July, 2022, 10:46:38 am
Quote from: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 09:42:35 am
I take it you don't have the AP20 trunk top bag?

I'd probably look to put smaller panniers on there, tbh. But I have a full set of Ortlieb front and back rollers already.

I've opted for one with pannier mounts just because I figured it was better to have them and not need them and need them but not have them. I can see it's going to be fun getting everything to work.

Sam

Can you do me a favour and measure the distance from the bottom of your panniers to the top of the mounting hooks, and also let me know capacity and specific model?

I don't have the Tailfin Trunk Bag as I already had a carradice rack bag that I can use on the tailfin.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 01:20:09 pm
Stuck in a meeting right now, but will do after.

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 01:53:24 pm
They are front roller classic. Distance from top of hook to base of pannier is 320mm. Distance from the underside of the hook, where it would meet the rail, and the bottom of the pannier is 305mm.

These are an old model, which you can't get any more, but I think the current Sport Roller is basically the same bag with a better hook mount, and they are 12.5l each.

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 19 July, 2022, 02:02:46 pm
If you're going down the new pannier route, then the Orlieb Gravel are worth a look, a lot like the Front Roller except they stick out less.
Though if you're spending money, rather than utilising what you already have, and you've already bought into the Tailfin concept, I don't know why you'd bother trying to mix and match when there's a whole system designed to go together.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 July, 2022, 03:47:33 pm
Quote from: Paul H on 19 July, 2022, 02:02:46 pm
If you're going down the new pannier route, then the Orlieb Gravel are worth a look, a lot like the Front Roller except they stick out less.
Though if you're spending money, rather than utilising what you already have, and you've already bought into the Tailfin concept, I don't know why you'd bother trying to mix and match when there's a whole system designed to go together.

As above, though I could afford it £110 each vs £95 per pair - if the Ortleibs fit, why would I spend twice the price - unless you think Tailfin are double the value? Are you also suggesting I ditch my Carradice, ditch my Planet X cargo cages for what Fairlight suggest? Seems somewhat wasteful.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 19 July, 2022, 03:50:02 pm
Quote from: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 01:53:24 pm
They are front roller classic. Distance from top of hook to base of pannier is 320mm. Distance from the underside of the hook, where it would meet the rail, and the bottom of the pannier is 305mm.

These are an old model, which you can't get any more, but I think the current Sport Roller is basically the same bag with a better hook mount, and they are 12.5l each.

Sam

Thanks, very helpful, I think would fit, looked at the Gravel bags as well, I think similar size
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 19 July, 2022, 04:21:57 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 19 July, 2022, 03:47:33 pm
Quote from: Paul H on 19 July, 2022, 02:02:46 pm
If you're going down the new pannier route, then the Orlieb Gravel are worth a look, a lot like the Front Roller except they stick out less.
Though if you're spending money, rather than utilising what you already have, and you've already bought into the Tailfin concept, I don't know why you'd bother trying to mix and match when there's a whole system designed to go together.

As above, though I could afford it £110 each vs £95 per pair - if the Ortleibs fit, why would I spend twice the price - unless you think Tailfin are double the value? Are you also suggesting I ditch my Carradice, ditch my Planet X cargo cages for what Fairlight suggest? Seems somewhat wasteful.
I'm chucking ideas in the hat, not spending my own money. 
If I bought the Ortliebs and they weren't quite perfect, which I don't think they will be, then sometime down the road I'd probably swap them for the Tailfin, that would be wasteful.   
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: TimC on 20 July, 2022, 01:06:00 pm
My £100 turbo bike after its annual fettling and token ride on the road...

(https://i.imgur.com/nse1WTk.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 20 July, 2022, 01:18:46 pm
Quote from: ElyDave on 19 July, 2022, 03:50:02 pm
Quote from: ravenbait on 19 July, 2022, 01:53:24 pm
They are front roller classic. Distance from top of hook to base of pannier is 320mm. Distance from the underside of the hook, where it would meet the rail, and the bottom of the pannier is 305mm.

These are an old model, which you can't get any more, but I think the current Sport Roller is basically the same bag with a better hook mount, and they are 12.5l each.

Sam

Thanks, very helpful, I think would fit, looked at the Gravel bags as well, I think similar size

I would offer to measure the gap of the bottom hook, but I don't know if it's the same on the new ones. I won't get my tailfin until late August, so I can't give it a go for you.

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 21 July, 2022, 11:48:20 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 18 July, 2022, 07:35:45 pm
No rack mount for the light, not on a Tailfin,

That is one of the most irritating things about the Tailfin.
I have the crap and expensive light mount (top tip: avoid !) on my AP20 rack bag but if you want to leave the bag behind, you have to find somewhere else to put a light on the bike. It'd be much better if they made a decent mount for the rack itself.

I currently use the Tailfin rack and bag on my non-eyeletted bike occasionally with a pair of the Tailfin 5l mini-panniers. It's a good system for CC touring and not too bad for shopping. The ease with which you can remove the panniers or bag is great.
For a while I used the rack on the "shopping bike" with my Ortliebs. It was OK but I went back to using the conventional rack because it made the bike feel a little more stable when it was loaded.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 July, 2022, 11:59:40 am
A rear rack (sometimes even a front one) is such an obviously good place to put a light that it's irritating when any rack does not have a mount. Tortec are always good at this, as are, I think, Tubus and Blackburn.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Kim on 21 July, 2022, 01:00:38 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 21 July, 2022, 11:59:40 am
A rear rack (sometimes even a front one) is such an obviously good place to put a light that it's irritating when any rack does not have a mount.

Yeah, but that sort of practicality wouldn't be bikepacking.  Or something.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 July, 2022, 01:08:30 pm
The absence of light fittings long pre-dates the term "bikepacking"!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Paul H on 21 July, 2022, 04:15:27 pm
To be fair to Tailfin, part of the USP is that the rack is easy to remove and fit so you don't have to leave it attached all the time like a standard rack. Given that, it's not surprising they didn't include a light fitting, you'd want that to stay on the bike when you removed the Tailfin.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 21 July, 2022, 04:35:10 pm
Which to be fair to fairlight is exactly the thought process they've followed, allowing a light mount that is not on the rack or if you are using a permanently attached rack, mount it there instead.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 21 July, 2022, 06:16:53 pm
Okay, fair point to Tailfin then. But not to all the others!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 22 July, 2022, 03:56:57 pm
Perhaps I didn't think it through but I put my tools and spares in one of the mini-panniers so they were easily accessible and stuff for the evening was in the rack pack.
When I went out one night I wanted the pannier with me but not the pack so I took it off and left it behind, complete with light..........
I did have a light on the pannier but I prefer to have 2 rear lights one of which is stable and central on the bike.



Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 30 July, 2022, 10:51:07 pm
Replacement for my Litespeed (her loss will always sting, but this helps). Tripster ATR v3, 105 group, Hunt 4 Season Gravel Discs, Fizik Aliante R5 Open saddle on a Genetic Kayotype carbon post. Like her American sister, fast and stiff yet comfy. Fifty-odd miles on her today, in two stints, to make absolutely sure everything was right before we move on to those meat-and-potatoes centuries. Yup, it is.  :D
(https://www.cyclechat.net/attachments/wudfv2xqk3aepcxkaq_mmqjoxm-w746-h558-no-authuser-0-jpg.655027/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ravenbait on 01 August, 2022, 11:42:11 am
Hamish by day, Hrimfaxi by night.

Brand new Planet X Hurricane.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52255589353_aa27e24a99_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nBDya8)

Sam
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: StuAff on 01 August, 2022, 10:47:42 pm
Quote from: ravenbait on 01 August, 2022, 11:42:11 am
Hamish by day, Hrimfaxi by night.

Brand new Planet X Hurricane.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52255589353_aa27e24a99_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nBDya8)

Sam
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 07 August, 2022, 08:57:07 am
Faran does gravel

(https://i.imgur.com/yjFlL4L.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 13 August, 2022, 02:14:03 pm
The Merckx at Castle Eaton this morning.  I can find nothing to criticise about this bike.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52281723812_26b901bcd9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nDXv2f)20220813_100432 (https://flic.kr/p/2nDXv2f) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 13 August, 2022, 02:24:53 pm
Tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 13 August, 2022, 02:58:35 pm
There was a guy on a rowing forum I used to inhabit, did a bit of cycling adn had a time trial bike from Planet X that was bright pink, called it the Pink Panther
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 14 August, 2022, 04:47:46 pm
Just fitted a pair of Velo Orange Crazy Bars to the Trucker.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52285151028_67e677a4cc.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nEg4Pb)P1020405 (https://flic.kr/p/2nEg4Pb) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52285143606_4e51131056.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nEg2Bd)IMG_20220813_175922_376 (https://flic.kr/p/2nEg2Bd) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 August, 2022, 09:05:10 am
@IanDG - thoughts on the Velo Orange Crazy Bars so far?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 15 August, 2022, 09:16:16 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 August, 2022, 09:05:10 am
@IanDG - thoughts on the Velo Orange Crazy Bars so far?

Only done a couple of rides but so far positive, a nice upright relaxed position. They are way too wide so I've cropped about 3cm off each end. I like the variety of hand positions it gives without being a drop bar (atm I can't ride "on the hoods" because of back and shoulder problems). Riding on grips most of the time but comfortably using 4 different positions.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 August, 2022, 09:18:12 am
Quote from: IanDG on 15 August, 2022, 09:16:16 am
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 15 August, 2022, 09:05:10 am
@IanDG - thoughts on the Velo Orange Crazy Bars so far?

Only done a couple of rides but so far positive, a nice upright relaxed position. They are way too wide so I've cropped about 3cm off each end. I like the variety of hand positions it gives without being a drop bar (atm I can't ride "on the hoods" because of back and shoulder problems). Riding on grips most of the time but comfortably using 4 different positions.

Useful info, thanks!.  If I can't sort out my lower back problems I might consider flat bars.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 17 August, 2022, 08:11:38 am
Is there a UK importer?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 17 August, 2022, 08:47:19 am
Quote from: ElyDave on 17 August, 2022, 08:11:38 am
Is there a UK importer?

A few, difficult to get hold of but I managed to source from Freshtripe (https://freshtripe.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 17 August, 2022, 01:45:52 pm
There's logic in that craziness. I think Surly do something similar as well, which might be easier to get hold of.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 17 August, 2022, 06:59:02 pm
Koga Denham too
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 22 August, 2022, 08:50:06 pm
On the road to St Ives (LEL2022), multi-modal cycle-camping (but only 25kms each way to/from the bus; there was a more important mission!)
(https://i.imgur.com/xnjnpOZ.jpg)
waiting for the (1st) bus at Bicester

(https://i.imgur.com/zc6SV4a.jpg)
on the road from St Neots to St Ives

(https://i.imgur.com/G6FHg7W.jpg)
Got there!

It would be nice to say it was a total success - but not true. The fork-end rack screws were too short to take a backing nut and one was completely unscrewed, although still trapped in the tunnel on the rack, by the time I got to St Ives. (I now have some longer ones to go in.) There was also some lack of rigidity in the telescopic stem which doesn't show up without a loaded front -end, due to it being tightened on a nylon bush (although there is a steel guide in there as well) so the inertia of the bags and the lack of ridity made for an alarming lag in steering and great difficulty in dodging holes in the road! Fixing the bags more securely would also help but the priority was a rapid release from the carrier to save time when packing the bike up to go on the bus.
Finally it appears that the jubilee clip stopping the seat pillar from sinking had slipped (not much, less than 1cm) which gave a serious knee problem with the leg with the replacement knee joint (partly due to my forcing a bit on a jaunt to and from Cambridge and not helped by being on my feet much of the time at the control). It is only just starting to come right again. 170mm cranks really are a tad too long for the replacement joint.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 23 August, 2022, 07:49:16 am
For an instant I thought you'd ridden LEL on that. But people have done it on an Eliptigo, so why not?  :o
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The French Tandem on 23 August, 2022, 12:47:06 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 23 August, 2022, 07:49:16 am
For an instant I thought you'd ridden LEL on that. But people have done it on an Eliptigo, so why not?  :o

Four riders attempted to ride LEL on Bromptons, albeit with not as much luggage as on the photo above. They all made it at least to Barnard Castle. How many finished, I don't know.

A
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 23 August, 2022, 12:56:44 pm
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 23 August, 2022, 07:49:16 am
For an instant I thought you'd ridden LEL on that. But people have done it on an Eliptigo, so why not?  :o
There were several Bromptons, a Moulton, a couple of mini-bikes and a fatbike (and an Elipitigo!) this year as well as the usual exotica (a Milan and an upright trike; there were two velomobiles IIRC, I might have a photo of the second somewhere).
No I was just a humble volunteer. I am inclined to think that a halfway decent audaxer could have got round with my folder (with decent tyres, rather than the rubbish Kendas I put back on to deal with crap english roads) but I am far off that level!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 24 September, 2022, 08:01:22 pm
Finally got my Sonder Santiago delivered on Wednesday  :thumbsup:
Currently set up with a Super C SQR and an old front rack from the shed.
Have done some local rides and a couple of days commuting, it handles as well on tracks and bridleways as it does on road coming with larger tyres.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52381377933_da25796520_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nNLfHK)20220923_165545 (https://flic.kr/p/2nNLfHK) by Rich Forrest (https://www.flickr.com/photos/192016026@N08/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: ElyDave on 24 September, 2022, 10:40:36 pm
Nice :thumbsup:

Front rack look great on that
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 25 September, 2022, 10:42:00 pm
Blackburn Low rider?  I have one in the shed.   :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RichForrest on 26 September, 2022, 12:39:40 am
Quote from: andyoxon on 25 September, 2022, 10:42:00 pm
Blackburn Low rider?  I have one in the shed.   :)

Yes, think it came on Dawns Dawes before we changed it for a different type.
Looking for a Blackburn outpost but nowhere have any at the minute.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 01 October, 2022, 08:17:07 pm
Quote from: RichForrest on 26 September, 2022, 12:39:40 am
Quote from: andyoxon on 25 September, 2022, 10:42:00 pm
Blackburn Low rider?  I have one in the shed.   :)

Yes, think it came on Dawns Dawes before we changed it for a different type.
Looking for a Blackburn outpost but nowhere have any at the minute.

They fit on those forks much better than mine are going to fit on the bike that I'm just building up!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 18 October, 2022, 05:07:16 pm
(https://i.imgur.com/P325Znw.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Oo20o2C.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FlBE2Hl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/XSUUuJe.jpg)

Mixture of a frame for 700c, forks for 26" (sold as suspension compensated, which was a lie) and 650b wheels. I had a quick ride to fetch the bread last w-e and it rides very nicely. Saturday was with a much flatter stem but the intended one (on the photos) came on saturday afternoon and used on sunday. Looking forward to some longer rides.

Once more those Blackburn lo-loaders, with a bit of custom bracing bent up. It's not completely symetrical and when I asked my mate Christian about him bending me one a bit better he was rather keener on making me a complete set of custom lo-loaders in stainless so now I am not sure how long the Blackburns will be there. The mudguards might be changed at the same time.

The frame is one of these: https://www.cyclebasket.com/m4b0s722p3850/Nelson_J128_Road_Audax_Frame_-_Unpainted. I didn't do such a good job of the topcoat but the primer's good (all rattlecan, sorry, but two pack topcoat - which seems a bit brittle to me).
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rcbprk on 06 November, 2022, 08:03:22 am
(https://i.ibb.co/QdFjwz2/0-B575-AE8-61-D8-4-F68-A97-F-B9649235158-A.jpg)

This bike started life as pretty standard 725 Genesis Equilibrium and enjoyed five years or so in that guise with a few tweaks here and there before an overhaul late last year. The original finish was stripped and it was powder coated locally in bronze, along with a Thorn Audax fork to give a bit of flexibility over the original carbon one. After some bargain hunting I pieced together a pretty cheap Campagnolo Potenza drivetrain before slapping on a slightly more bling Chorus chainset with a more Audax-friendly 48/32 combo. Contact points are all pretty standard stuff, but overall I’m pretty pleased with it.

I have only just started getting back out after an injury and so far I’m really enjoying this bike’s latest iteration. Plenty of enjoyable miles to come, I’m sure.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: T42 on 06 November, 2022, 08:52:57 am
The eBrute waiting for me to finish my coffee.

(https://pbase.com/johnewing/image/173108327.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 08 November, 2022, 11:20:29 pm
Bluemels on the RRS for the season.  Was thinking 'had them on before so it'll be an easy job this time' - not quite. ;)  Trimmed the mg nose in the end - was too long anyway.   

Ready for a ride tomorrow - hopefully.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52487146841_aeaaa4885a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nY7m8B)PXL_RRSmg (https://flic.kr/p/2nY7m8B) by a oxon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145942400@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: yorkie on 09 November, 2022, 12:24:43 pm
My 1989 Dawes Galaxy touring bike, seen last Sunday on Naburn Swing Bridge below "The Fisher of Dreams" and in the other photo, in full camping mode on Stamford Bridge viaduct on the way to Scarborough Festival of Cycling last July.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221109/9e0d47fba4e73a6efca322cddd5c086a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221109/bbb575ff0ec9aca33e3056e9c74b6aaf.jpg)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 14 November, 2022, 05:45:00 pm
New hoods for my Campagnolo Super Record brakes.

(https://imgur.com/zY1Fd7f.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 27 November, 2022, 08:21:24 am
Quote from: rcbprk on 06 November, 2022, 08:03:22 am
(https://i.ibb.co/QdFjwz2/0-B575-AE8-61-D8-4-F68-A97-F-B9649235158-A.jpg)

This bike started life as pretty standard 725 Genesis Equilibrium and enjoyed five years or so in that guise with a few tweaks here and there before an overhaul late last year. The original finish was stripped and it was powder coated locally in bronze, along with a Thorn Audax fork to give a bit of flexibility over the original carbon one. After some bargain hunting I pieced together a pretty cheap Campagnolo Potenza drivetrain before slapping on a slightly more bling Chorus chainset with a more Audax-friendly 48/32 combo. Contact points are all pretty standard stuff, but overall I’m pretty pleased with it.

I have only just started getting back out after an injury and so far I’m really enjoying this bike’s latest iteration. Plenty of enjoyable miles to come, I’m sure.

Does it handle ok with the Spa fork? I was thinking of doing the same to my 725 Equilibrium. Ditch the carbon forks and have the option for front panniers.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: The Family Cyclist on 02 December, 2022, 04:47:09 pm
Quote from: IanDG on 27 November, 2022, 08:21:24 am
Quote from: rcbprk on 06 November, 2022, 08:03:22 am
(https://i.ibb.co/QdFjwz2/0-B575-AE8-61-D8-4-F68-A97-F-B9649235158-A.jpg)

This bike started life as pretty standard 725 Genesis Equilibrium and enjoyed five years or so in that guise with a few tweaks here and there before an overhaul late last year. The original finish was stripped and it was powder coated locally in bronze, along with a Thorn Audax fork to give a bit of flexibility over the original carbon one. After some bargain hunting I pieced together a pretty cheap Campagnolo Potenza drivetrain before slapping on a slightly more bling Chorus chainset with a more Audax-friendly 48/32 combo. Contact points are all pretty standard stuff, but

Does it handle ok with the Spa fork? I was thinking of doing the same to my 725 Equilibrium. Ditch the carbon forks and have the option for front panniers.

I've got a steel genesis fork in my shed if you are interested, iirc it's for disc or possibly calipers but doesn't have bosses for v's

Send me a message if you are
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 03 December, 2022, 09:36:05 am
Quote from: rcbprk on 06 November, 2022, 08:03:22 am
(https://i.ibb.co/QdFjwz2/0-B575-AE8-61-D8-4-F68-A97-F-B9649235158-A.jpg)


Bit OT, but intrigued by the wooden board down by the front wheel……….
Light switch
Mirror,
Door chain
Door handle
Clock face
Number 1 ???

Do tell.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 10 December, 2022, 07:24:54 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52555178099_0146061a05_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2o582sk)IMG_0190 (https://flic.kr/p/2o582sk) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

A 'Chiily' 50km ride today, on Grunhilda.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: jimi89 on 15 January, 2023, 11:20:56 am
Here's mine little one...  It's an old Voodoo Wazoo frame, with Kelly fork, both custom powder coated by a previous owner (I like the minty free color).  I bought it from here (https://www.bikethesites.com/best-gravel-bikes/). Mostly 105 shifty bits, custom Velocity A23 wheelset, Brooks Swift saddle, Speci carbon seat post, Salsa Bell Lap bars.  I love how this bike rides, eats up dirt roads for fun!
(https://i.imgur.com/deSwId6.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 16 January, 2023, 10:00:36 am
Quote from: T42 on 06 November, 2022, 08:52:57 am
The eBrute waiting for me to finish my coffee.

(https://pbase.com/johnewing/image/173108327.jpg)

Is that your battery in the seat tube bottle-carrier? If it is, be warned to inspect the carrier regularly; some of our riders with batteries there have suffered broken carriers with weight and vibration and now just about all of them have a cord round the battery and attached to the top tube to take the strain.

Who makes your kit? It looks a bit like an Annad hub but there are several out there and you claim 8kg penalty where most of ours claim 4-5kg (or is one with the battery and one without)?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 16 January, 2023, 07:25:30 pm
Not mine - any of you that have met me will recognise that that seat tube is far to short and neat for my frame - but one I built up for my daughter's boyfriend. That in itself is a bit of a shock - a boyfriend, she must be growing up...

Anyhows, she asked me if I'd build him a bike as they're both 'poor students' and I built her one a few years ago that she still fits and rides and this is the result. I picxed up a second hand Holdsworth Competition frameset and added one of Wiggle's £299 105 groups, plus some wheels I built from 'bits' and saddle, bar and stem from the shed.

(https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/q-xWjrDSwy29i4TeyXBtvfhUc0X07hJVjQqp-chqxD4-2048x1536.jpg)

Whatever you make of PX, the frame is very nicely made out of Columbus Spirit. This one is pretty well like new. Unfortunately, I didn't weigh it, but I know that a large weighs around 1880g. This is a small - 51cm I think - and the saddle will probably need to go down another couple of cms before he rides it. Roll on their next holiday.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Luke on 12 February, 2023, 10:24:54 am
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52684232015_dc3e36af2a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ogwsFR)
Sardar (https://flic.kr/p/2ogwsFR) by Luke Hayes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52684088519_89bcb054dc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ogvJ2M)
Sardar (https://flic.kr/p/2ogvJ2M) by Luke Hayes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 22 February, 2023, 11:03:57 pm
Quote from: Luke on 12 February, 2023, 10:24:54 am
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52684232015_dc3e36af2a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ogwsFR)
Sardar (https://flic.kr/p/2ogwsFR) by Luke Hayes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52684088519_89bcb054dc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ogvJ2M)
Sardar (https://flic.kr/p/2ogvJ2M) by Luke Hayes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/60205142@N04/), on Flickr

Like that -  lovely bars
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 21 March, 2023, 08:34:26 am
I wanted a 'fast' bike to try and keep up with Her, it hasn't worked but am loving trying.. Aluminium Caad13 with bulbous,  ugly 105 hydraulic brakes. It feels awesome, much more lively than a similar priced carbon trek frame I tried and much more comfy than a friends caad10.

cleaned it and fitted new bar tape and tyres to it the other day so took a photo, the bar tape was chosen by the 15 year old and the 30mm tyres an absolute pig to get fitted properly with one side that kept getting stuck in the centre of the rim, fairy liquid and swearing helped.

(https://i.ibb.co/m4K2Mn5/IMG-8441.jpg) (https://ibb.co/njyY5XM)

(I know the bricks aren't laid properly, it's bugged me since I moved in. I asked the builder and apparently they're not structural, but still.....)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 21 March, 2023, 03:34:18 pm
I bloody love Cannondales
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2023, 05:26:37 pm
The skunkworks project is done.  It came in under the 10kg target with pedals (9.7kg without).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042558_c324159faa_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTJW)20230403_161039 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTJW) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790828969_3d3507f67c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWNfn)20230403_161057 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWNfn) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042073_40cb4c42b9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAz)20230403_161126 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAz) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790595881_e4069d0cb2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqVAXB)20230403_161114 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqVAXB) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790828639_47ab8021a0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWN9F)20230403_161122 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWN9F) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042408_c40ff0bef2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTGm)20230403_161050 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTGm) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042068_cf2b0a0213_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAu)20230403_161144 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAu) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Socks on 03 April, 2023, 08:39:23 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2023, 05:26:37 pm
The skunkworks project is done.  It came in under the 10kg target with pedals (9.7kg without).

Classy job - I have a similar f-frame set up, although not as high quality as this.  Lovely bike to ride.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Jurek on 03 April, 2023, 08:53:51 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2023, 05:26:37 pm
The skunkworks project is done.  It came in under the 10kg target with pedals (9.7kg without).

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042558_c324159faa_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTJW)20230403_161039 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTJW) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790828969_3d3507f67c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWNfn)20230403_161057 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWNfn) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042073_40cb4c42b9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAz)20230403_161126 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTAz) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790595881_e4069d0cb2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqVAXB)20230403_161114 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqVAXB) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52790828639_47ab8021a0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWN9F)20230403_161122 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqWN9F) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52791042408_c40ff0bef2_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTGm)20230403_161050 (https://flic.kr/p/2oqXTGm) by rogerzilla (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41286375@N07/), on Flickr

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That's well tidy.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: hubner on 03 April, 2023, 08:59:26 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2023, 05:26:37 pm
The skunkworks project is done.  It came in under the 10kg target with pedals (9.7kg without).


What are those cranks?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: JonBuoy on 03 April, 2023, 09:21:21 pm
Shakeproof washers  :hand:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2023, 07:22:58 am
Quote from: JonBuoy on 03 April, 2023, 09:21:21 pm
Shakeproof washers  :hand:
Horrible but necessary because of the Heath Robinson design.  The bolt must turn with the rear forks.  The bolt is not used as a pivot - there is a steel sleeve sandwiched between the ears of the rear fork that runs in nylon* bushes pressed into the frame.

The modern TSR uses a similar setup but threadlock and a thread in the rear triangle avoid the anti-shake washers and introduce new problems, like stripped threads.  In fact, the TSR pivot is the worst on all Moultons for longevity, being undersized and offset.

*Oilite on early bikes
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mike on 04 April, 2023, 10:38:01 am
Quote from: rogerzilla on 03 April, 2023, 05:26:37 pm
The skunkworks project is done.  It came in under the 10kg target with pedals (9.7kg without).


Lush.  What's it like to ride?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2023, 05:43:47 pm
I made a bad build decision.  I fitted a new top fork bush from Moulton Preservation.  Although I added a beer can shim, it is made to poor tolerances and is very loose on the inner steerer, so the fork clunks insufferably.  I should have used a genuine top bush like I normally do.  I have good used ones but it means stripping down the entire front end again, including the loose ball headset.

Apart from that, it all works well.  The coaster brake is scarily powerful compared to the one on the SA hub I commuted on for years, and gets hot much more quickly due to its small size and weight.  The position is good and it feels light.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 04 April, 2023, 05:57:29 pm
That is a kiddy-bike coaster brake, right? No wonder it gets hot and is light.

Cool machine though.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2023, 06:04:55 pm
It's a Shimano Type D, so a bit better than a kiddy bike one.  It has proper brake shoes.  Much lighter than a freewheel hub, freewheel and all the rear brake gubbins.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 04 April, 2023, 07:59:58 pm
That's gert lush, that is. A bit strange, but gert lush.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2023, 10:06:36 pm
Having thought about it, I can probably drop the fork without touching the headset, which would shorten the job and remove any need for bearing adjustment.

Remove brake, so spring etc pops out
Remove stem and bars, remove retaining screw holding steerer to fork
Push bellows out of the way and unscrew lower bush retaining cup
Pull fork out

Swap bush for one that works and reassemble.

Greasy, though!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: LittleWheelsandBig on 05 April, 2023, 01:59:17 pm
Shimano D-type were better than the E-type IMHO. I didn't know that you could get Shimano coaster brakes with so few spoke holes.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Captain Nemo on 05 April, 2023, 03:59:41 pm
Quote from: rogerzilla on 04 April, 2023, 07:22:58 am
Quote from: JonBuoy on 03 April, 2023, 09:21:21 pm
Shakeproof washers  :hand:
Horrible but necessary because of the Heath Robinson design.  The bolt must turn with the rear forks.  The bolt is not used as a pivot - there is a steel sleeve sandwiched between the ears of the rear fork that runs in nylon* bushes pressed into the frame.

The modern TSR uses a similar setup but threadlock and a thread in the rear triangle avoid the anti-shake washers and introduce new problems, like stripped threads.  In fact, the TSR pivot is the worst on all Moultons for longevity, being undersized and offset.

*Oilite on early bikes

Two part Nord-LocK washers are a better solution than washers that "lock" by gouching the surfaces.

https://www.nord-lock.com/en-gb/nord-lock/products/washers/
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: andyoxon on 07 April, 2023, 09:53:54 am
mrsao's new Boardman ADV 8.6 (Small) - nearly ready for first ride outside...  Sora spec., FSA 48/32 11-34 / 38mm tyres.  Gear cables not with full outers, but doubt this will be a problem...

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52799799855_34d7a3cbf3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2orJLYP)PXL_ADV8.6 (https://flic.kr/p/2orJLYP) by ao (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145942400@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Solocle on 12 April, 2023, 11:35:07 am
New Commuter Bike that should also handle some touring, a Genesis Day One 20.
(https://i.ibb.co/p12fyD6/IMG-7048.jpg) (https://ibb.co/b61sJhj)
(https://i.ibb.co/ryz3Lgh/IMG-7049.jpg) (https://ibb.co/q1cC4z8)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 13 April, 2023, 06:40:21 pm
Finally got this finished the way it was in my head

(https://i.ibb.co/PC8DJmH/E49755-C0-BC30-469-F-911-A-7600177-ED1-A9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/h8vYr7z)

It’s not as elegant as the Six13 was but it IS better
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 20 April, 2023, 10:32:59 am
New elastomer hitch fitted to the trailer and I put the new hitch bracket onto the galaxy instead of the Brompton.

(https://i.imgur.com/v885wInl.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 05 May, 2023, 09:51:14 pm
The cross-check lost 26 gears - converted from 3*9 to singlespeed. 42x21 gives approx 54" gear with the 35c tyres :)

Is my chain too slack?  ;D

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Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sam on 07 June, 2023, 10:22:26 pm
Marin Sausalito. Hybrid. (Do they make those anymore, or has it all gone gravel?)

(https://i.imgur.com/UQFAtcj.jpg)

My first bike after moving to the UK. Got me intimately familiar with the streets of London. Took me on an end-to-end. Stolen a long time ago. (https://jollygoodthen-75205.medium.com/the-vanishing-85b8babfe9)

(https://i.imgur.com/8VdeeDi.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 07 June, 2023, 10:29:05 pm
Is that what you rode when you were up here and my pal Chris put you up ?
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sojournermike on 07 June, 2023, 10:32:43 pm
Quote from: finch on 07 June, 2023, 10:29:05 pm
Is that what you rode when you were up here and my pal Chris put you up ?

Don’t know about that but he’s good at that no hands stuff!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sam on 07 June, 2023, 11:20:39 pm
Quote from: finch on 07 June, 2023, 10:29:05 pm
Is that what you rode when you were up here and my pal Chris put you up ?

If that was The Hospitality Tour (https://medium.com/@jollygoodthen-75205/the-hospitality-tour-889cff96b9cc), this bike would’ve been in the hands of its new owner (then perhaps stolen again, in a continuous cycle of grief). I was on a Ridgeback Day Two at that point. Hiya finch, your name definitely rings a bell. I have a few Chrises to sort through though - where did he live?

Quote from: sojournermike on 07 June, 2023, 10:32:43 pm
Don’t know about that but he’s good at that no hands stuff!

Don’t watch this yet, it needs subtitles and music. And maybe a better setting, of the sort frequented by Danny MacAskill. Like the top of a castle wall. Considering the state of the roads, this is thrilling enough for me.

Very very early a few mornings ago:

(https://i.imgur.com/1TTgoYv.jpg) (https://youtu.be/iVsWXlCIcZ8)

I should really get a helmet cam, except I don’t wear a helmet, and strapping a camera straight onto my head doesn’t appeal. Meanwhile I’m stuck using a regular old digicam; oddly enough, I’m not completely comfortable holding an expensive (for me anyway) camera while doing this.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 07 June, 2023, 11:41:21 pm
This would have been Dunbar - East Lothian
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sam on 08 June, 2023, 04:10:04 am
My files appear to have been eaten by Langoliers. (https://youtu.be/izxpXWBRjng) Are you sure it was me who stayed with your pal? There may have been dozens of us C+ freeloaders crisscrossing the British Isles in those long lost days before Airbnb.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 08 June, 2023, 07:27:21 am
Yeah we all ate together
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: sam on 08 June, 2023, 08:41:35 am
Seeing as we broke bread as well, you've really got me racking my brains now. I've found you*

(https://i.imgur.com/qEkH2bu.jpg)

and your shed (sorry so small - ironically),

(https://i.imgur.com/wCQPMyY.jpg)

but haven't yet located Chris. Did he have a nickname, alias, pen name, appellation, sobriquet, display name, etc., other than 'Chris'?

Meanwhile, to feed this thread with more bikes, I present my Bike Friday -

(https://i.imgur.com/FuhUNgw.jpg)

which had a very good workout over the years. It underwent an unsuccessful SS operation and fell out of favour for various other reasons. That's a custom built rack by none other than Steve Parry, btw.

This next one

(https://i.imgur.com/WILxSu4.jpg)

has gears {gasp!} – three of them. It's the only hub geared bike I ever had, and is equipped with the first kickstand I've owned in a very long time. I bought it in the States, specifically for something to ride whenever I visit. Its entire purpose is to get me from A to B, and its sole virtue was that it was inexpensive; I probably could've gotten something better and even cheaper if I'd had time to go hunting garage sales. I don't even remember the make and model†, such little impact has it had on my life.

It's currently hanging upside-down in my sister's garage in Ohio, unless she's sold it in a garage sale.


* Note the trick of perspective. That bike that appears to be on a standard fixed bracket shelving unit is actually full-sized.

† I've since zoomed in and see 'Origin'.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: finch on 08 June, 2023, 08:47:16 am
He wasn’t actually a member , just a dude that had the space 😂
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 June, 2023, 04:13:05 pm
Finally, finally, I got a GT Grade via C2W.
It's arrival was timely because I was knocked off the Disco recently and the car parked on the bikes rear wheel bending the axle and twisting the frame. The bike is a write-off; Disco is dead*.
I got the Grade Carbon Elite and the (not)LBS took off the groupset and replaced it with Super Record shifters, Chorus front and rear derailleurs, a Praxis chainset (48/32) and it's running an Ultegra 12 speed 34/11 cassette. I'm currently using the standard tyres and wheels but set up tubeless with Vittoria inserts as well; the tyres are very draggy but they'll stay on until after the Friday's London-Paris-London tour. The saddle is a Fizik Aliante and I'm waiting for an Ergon carbon seatpost to arrive. That will be the last, ahem, upGrade for a while.

https://imgur.com/a/cfOXs4v

^For now until I can find a way to display pictures properly.
Suggestions/help gratefully accepted.

(https://i.imgur.com/vYLDth8.jpg)



*I'm OK, bruise on the inside of my leg.

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 01 July, 2023, 08:42:36 pm
Quote from: Andrew Br on 08 June, 2023, 04:13:05 pm
Finally, finally, I got a GT Grade via C2W.
It's arrival was timely because I was knocked off the Disco recently and the car parked on the bikes rear wheel bending the axle and twisting the frame. The bike is a write-off; Disco is dead*.
I got the Grade Carbon Elite and the (not)LBS took off the groupset and replaced it with Super Record shifters, Chorus front and rear derailleurs, a Praxis chainset (48/32) and it's running an Ultegra 12 speed 34/11 cassette. I'm currently using the standard tyres and wheels but set up tubeless with Vittoria inserts as well; the tyres are very draggy but they'll stay on until after the Friday's London-Paris-London tour. The saddle is a Fizik Aliante and I'm waiting for an Ergon carbon seatpost to arrive. That will be the last, ahem, upGrade for a while.

https://imgur.com/a/cfOXs4v

^For now until I can find a way to display pictures properly.
Suggestions/help gratefully accepted.



*I'm OK, bruise on the inside of my leg.

Imgur's easy. You select the photo, look for option BB Code for forums, click on copy and paste directly into your post here. You don't even have to use the image option in the message box here, the square brackets and whatever are already in the Imgur link.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:05:41 pm
My new Tern GSD S00 LR that I collected last Friday, getting to work with sh!t recycling for the tip recycling centre.

(https://i.imgur.com/FqVF2fxl.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2023, 12:10:18 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:05:41 pm
My new Tern GSD S00 LR that I collected last Friday, getting to work with sh!t recycling for the tip recycling centre.

(https://i.imgur.com/FqVF2fxl.jpg)

How much!?!  :o  £6200!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:34:18 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2023, 12:10:18 pm
How much!?!  :o  £6200!
You should not think of it as another bike. It has been bought to replace the car we got rid of in April so it is a car replacement. It's cheaper to buy than a car, it's cheaper to insure than a car and it's cheaper to run than a car. Therefore it is a bargain.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2023, 12:54:27 pm
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:34:18 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2023, 12:10:18 pm
How much!?!  :o  £6200!
You should not think of it as another bike. It has been bought to replace the car we got rid of in April so it is a car replacement. It's cheaper to buy than a car, it's cheaper to insure than a car and it's cheaper to run than a car. Therefore it is a bargain.  :thumbsup:

Yes very true!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 03 July, 2023, 01:04:25 pm
It's probably heavier than a car   ;D
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Mr Larrington on 03 July, 2023, 02:14:09 pm
There was one o' they outside Mr Sainsbury’s House of Toothy Comestibles just now.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 04 July, 2023, 09:19:43 am
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:34:18 pm
Quote from: Oscar's dad on 03 July, 2023, 12:10:18 pm
How much!?!  :o  £6200!
You should not think of it as another bike. It has been bought to replace the car we got rid of in April so it is a car replacement. It's cheaper to buy than a car, it's cheaper to insure than a car and it's cheaper to run than a car. Therefore it is a bargain.  :thumbsup:

It's over double the price of the last car we bought, a couple of years ago, it undoubtedly is cheaper to insure but it won't do Limoges to Oxford in under a day and we take a lot more than that when we go to the déchetterie! And since you have managed without a car since april, it can't be considered as replacing anything whatsoever!

Just sour grapes 'cos I'm jealous  :(
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 July, 2023, 12:44:11 am
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:05:41 pm
My new Tern GSD S00 LR that I collected last Friday, getting to work with sh!t recycling for the tip recycling centre.

(https://i.imgur.com/FqVF2fxl.jpg)

Many thanks mzjo.
It's easy when you know  :facepalm:
Picture added to my original post, look for new posts with pictures of my new, new bike  ::-)

Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Andrew Br on 08 July, 2023, 01:14:04 am
Here is the new, new bike, Cannondale Topstone Lefty 2.
Colour scheme is completely and utterly shit awful but there wasn't an alternative.
The bike is a replacement for the (sadly) dead Disco. The insurance company didn't offer a "cashback" deal, I had to get a new bike.
Could be worse I suppose..*.........

(https://i.imgur.com/p7It8UM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HKUUVXQ.jpg)

* Colour scheme ? WTAF were Cannondale thinking of  ?
I looked at the other versions but they weren't available.
I'm (more than)a little disappointed that the (not)LBS set it up for someone who weighs 80kg..............

(https://i.imgur.com/oKTFvly.jpg)



Longer stem fitted and I'm loving it so far. Narrower bars and luggage fitments coming .........





Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Cudzoziemiec on 08 July, 2023, 10:07:09 am
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:05:41 pm
My new Tern GSD S00 LR that I collected last Friday, getting to work with sh!t recycling for the tip recycling centre.

(https://i.imgur.com/FqVF2fxl.jpg)
"The image you are requesting does not exist or is no longer available."

I've never used imgur but it seems it's not easy after all.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 08 July, 2023, 10:21:21 am
Quote from: Cudzoziemiec on 08 July, 2023, 10:07:09 am
Quote from: delthebike on 03 July, 2023, 12:05:41 pm
My new Tern GSD S00 LR that I collected last Friday, getting to work with sh!t recycling for the tip recycling centre.

(https://i.imgur.com/FqVF2fxl.jpg)
"The image you are requesting does not exist or is no longer available."

I've never used imgur but it seems it's not easy after all.

I think it has to be an image that is uploaded to your personal account. I have never tried to upload anything that wasn't one of my images.
ETA Imgur was having one of its occasional hiccups a few minutes ago 'cos it didn't want to show me my images. It has happened before!
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: rogerzilla on 15 August, 2023, 05:22:06 pm
Quote from: LittleWheelsandBig on 05 April, 2023, 01:59:17 pm
Shimano D-type were better than the E-type IMHO. I didn't know that you could get Shimano coaster brakes with so few spoke holes.
An odd characteristic of the brake is that when it's hot, which it is on any cross-town ride because of the frequent braking, the brake shoes rattle on bumps.  The noise goes away when cold, presumably as the grease thickens.  This is 1000 deg C grease, too.  My old SRC3 never did that, but the brake shoes on that were in a kind of expanding ring, not just two loose shoes.  Same goes for the Sachs Duomatic, which I have had shimmering-hot coming down the Marlborough Downs.
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 08 September, 2023, 10:45:36 pm
I've had this frame since 1978 (a Raleigh Professional). It's done PB TT's, RR wins, commutes, tours and audaxes. I've ridden it geared and fixed. I've now converted it to single speed freewheel and flat bars.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53173054192_35c31a29b5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2p1HNuq)IMG_20230908_222300_310 (https://flic.kr/p/2p1HNuq) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Afasoas on 24 September, 2023, 03:02:36 pm
^^ proper classic.

My 90s Ridgeback hybrid sports a Henry Burton sticker ...... but it's not in the same league as what you've put together there.

New-to-me Wilier. I think it's from around 2015; I probably need to hit up WayBackMachine to confirm. Initial impression is that it's pretty much like every alu framed road bike I've ridden, barring Cannondales finest.
It's no spring chicken, and I shouldn't really ride it at all until the rear wheel/rim is replaced. Some barely used and unused second hand bits should be arriving later in the week.

(https://cdn.biscuit.ninja/img/random/WilierTriestinaMontegrappa.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 24 September, 2023, 07:56:24 pm
Quote from: Afasoas on 24 September, 2023, 03:02:36 pm
^^ proper classic.

My 90s Ridgeback hybrid sports a Henry Burton sticker ...... but it's not in the same league as what you've put together there.

New-to-me Wilier. I think it's from around 2015; I probably need to hit up WayBackMachine to confirm. Initial impression is that it's pretty much like every alu framed road bike I've ridden, barring Cannondales finest.
It's no spring chicken, and I shouldn't really ride it at all until the rear wheel/rim is replaced. Some barely used and unused second hand bits should be arriving later in the week.

(https://cdn.biscuit.ninja/img/random/WilierTriestinaMontegrappa.jpg)


I used to work in the shop (in my youth). Got cheap renovations if the shop decals were added :)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: mzjo on 27 September, 2023, 09:13:00 pm
Grandchildren are starting to get close to needing this work in progress. I've yet to discover how old the frame is, not far off the century I believe - make unknown! It's been mine and in regular evolution since 1981.
(https://i.imgur.com/1TcHecp.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 13 October, 2023, 12:01:37 am
It's arrived - played with saddle adjustment and bar position since arriving home but really enjoyed the ride home from Dumfries - not out of breath and no associated fatigue  :)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53253046847_12f350acaa_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2p8MMw8)391606959_10160925213787486_6309481467611456173_n (https://flic.kr/p/2p8MMw8) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: IanDG on 04 November, 2023, 07:16:35 pm
Over 200km done on the Raleigh Trace Ebike. A number of additions and changes made. More comfortable now with new saddle and bars (40mm uplift and 30 degree sweep back) fitted. The WTB Byways punctured twice on Sunday's CTC club run so replaced with some heavier Schwalbe Land Cruisers. Carradice Bagman support and Gorix front rack added for the shopping trips. Manufacturers state 80km/50miles battery range. I rode 79km last Sunday but there's still 36% battery life and 42km range left.

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53303987510_d783770267_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pdhSpq)P1020991 (https://flic.kr/p/2pdhSpq) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53303509816_24a0ef711d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pdfqpj)P1020995 (https://flic.kr/p/2pdfqpj) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53302647782_bc456f7a4c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pdb19E)P1020996 (https://flic.kr/p/2pdb19E) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53303754993_3c5701d264_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pdgFhv)P1020999 (https://flic.kr/p/2pdgFhv) by ian (https://www.flickr.com/photos/acf_windy/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Blodwyn Pig on 15 December, 2023, 02:44:29 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53399762699_2d45f8feb9_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pmKK2M)IMG_0772 (https://flic.kr/p/2pmKK2M) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53213303839_d0d0cc5cf7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2p5h6iR)380423066_6530905056962690_3760570783737054059_n (https://flic.kr/p/2p5h6iR) by mark tilley (https://www.flickr.com/photos/yo_stumpy/), on Flickr

Flossie the tandem, photos taken En France back in September on our first 'El Tandemista Social Club'  forrin excursion.
'tis a late 90's Dawes Kickback two,hand built Reynolds 501 frame, and it's super comfy.  Now has lower gearing for 'them 'ills'
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: Afasoas on 10 January, 2024, 12:06:47 pm
^^ Lovely
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: RawToluene on 22 March, 2024, 04:26:10 pm
After many years I have finally ordered this bike. It's a steel light tourer, with as many parts built in my region as possible
- Cyfac frame (France)
- Campagnolo group (Italy)
- SON dynamo and lighting (Germany)
- Gilles Berthoud saddle and mudguards (France)
- FMB tyres (Brittany)

It's not especially fast or light, but can swallow miles in comfort.


(https://sklabez.net/Hansel.jpg)
Title: Re: Members' bikes
Post by: SpaceBadger on 26 March, 2024, 06:26:53 am
That's lovely! Extra points for the local parts dimension.