Popular Post Zealot Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #1 Posted July 25, 2019 The steel thread made me wonder. Here are mine: Show me yours. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted July 25, 2019 Share #2 Posted July 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, Zealot said: I remember that one! It's faster than mine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted July 25, 2019 1 minute ago, TrentonMakes said: I remember that one! It's faster than mine. Not up the hill it wasn’t! You were an animal that day! ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted July 25, 2019 Share #4 Posted July 25, 2019 No photos of my old Panasonic handy, so these will have to do. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dinneR ★ Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #5 Posted July 25, 2019 9Zero7 Fargo Rocky Mountain Casseroll Huddled together. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post maddmaxx ★ Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #6 Posted July 25, 2019 See, aluminium old man bike. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted July 25, 2019 Share #7 Posted July 25, 2019 I also have a 1989 Schwinn Al, but no pic here w/ me. 2012 Canonndale CAAD 10 2018 Canonndale CAADX 2015 Canonndale FAT CAAD 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #8 Posted July 25, 2019 Here is my Falcon of England Europa. Here is my 1983, first year of production Cannondale ST500 Trek 1200 Trek 8000 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephyr Posted July 25, 2019 Share #9 Posted July 25, 2019 I dont take pictures of my bikes apparently. I do like this thread and seeing all the nice bikes 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #10 Posted July 25, 2019 The gravel bike, Specialized AWOL Comp, playing in the snow. The road bike, Seven Axiom S, on Skyline Drive. And both, in the bedroom of the apartment. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ChrisL Posted July 25, 2019 Popular Post Share #11 Posted July 25, 2019 Here are my last two, 2018 Giant Anthem 29 & 2018 Fuji Cross 1.7. No pictures in my phone of my Bianchi... 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share #12 Posted July 25, 2019 1 hour ago, TrentonMakes said: So, where is this taken? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share #13 Posted July 25, 2019 42 minutes ago, jsharr said: Here is my Falcon of England Europa. *If* you ever decide to part with this Falcon, please let me know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted July 25, 2019 Share #14 Posted July 25, 2019 4 minutes ago, Zealot said: *If* you ever decide to part with this Falcon, please let me know! *if* you ever come to Dallas, you are welcome to borrow it during your visit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted July 25, 2019 Share #15 Posted July 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, Zealot said: So, where is this taken? This is at a little county park (Clayton Park, Imlaystown NJ) about half an hour east of our house - I frequented this place when we lived at our first house. It's rolling terrain and not too technical so you could ride it fast. I would typically ride a 5-mile loop twice, once clockwise then once back the other way. The steepest hill on that route is just beyond the wooden bridge - I remember how excited I was the first time I ever made it without stopping. Now I kind of doubt I could do that but I'm anxious to find out. Now that my car has a way to carry three bikes I'm working on taking the kids there. I was there a couple years ago and it was much the same as I remembered though one segment of the trail had been reserved for hikers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 26, 2019 Author Share #16 Posted July 26, 2019 @TrentonMakes, next time you come out this way, bring your mtb. I’ll take you out in this one: if if I can get out your way, I’ll do your trail as well. ? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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maddmaxx ★ Posted July 26, 2019 Share #21 Posted July 26, 2019 ^^^ It takes big cojones to cross seven mile bridge on a bike. Having said that, is that the new bridge because the one I remember was much narrower. Many crashes were caused by cars and trucks going in opposite directions blowing one of them into the concrete with the side wake. I've done the full length of the bridge at 110 mph however.............in the wee hours of the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TrentonMakes Posted July 26, 2019 Share #23 Posted July 26, 2019 We need more threads like this. Thanks all! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 26, 2019 Author Share #24 Posted July 26, 2019 5 minutes ago, TrentonMakes said: We need more threads like this. Thanks all! I love seeing the bikes you all ride. ? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wilbur ★ Posted July 26, 2019 Popular Post Share #25 Posted July 26, 2019 I have very few bicycle pics but I found this one. My old battle scarred Bianchi! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Zealot Posted July 27, 2019 Author Share #29 Posted July 27, 2019 1 minute ago, Rattlecan said: Are all those yours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan ★ Posted July 27, 2019 Share #30 Posted July 27, 2019 Just now, Zealot said: Are all those yours? Yes, afraid so. Time for a 12 step program, huh? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sheep_herder ★ Posted July 27, 2019 Popular Post Share #31 Posted July 27, 2019 Some of mine in different stages of build, and no I don't ride them enough. Missing is the Holdsworth record bought in the early 70s. I'll even throw in a photo when we were riding from Great Falls to White Sulfur Springs, MT. some of the bicycles in the shop belong to my wife. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpy Posted July 27, 2019 Share #32 Posted July 27, 2019 Lots of cool bikes with alot of memories I bet.............. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share #33 Posted July 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Rattlecan said: Yes, afraid so. Time for a 12 step program, huh? Nah, keep on keepen on! I just purchased a 70s era Schwinn. That makes 6 bikes in my basement. My wife told me I needed an intervention. I showed her your post... ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted July 28, 2019 Share #34 Posted July 28, 2019 Here's one of my old Giant, first "real" bicycle I bought. The picture was taken on the bridge between Chincoteague and Assateague. My wife's happy place. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted July 28, 2019 Share #35 Posted July 28, 2019 Just now, Further said: Here's one of my old Giant, first "real" bicycle I bought. The picture was taken on the bridge between Chincoteague and Assateague. My wife's happy place. I take back the first real bike comment, I bought a Raleigh 10 speed in the late 60's, didn't ride it much, sold it and used the money for a trail bike Bought a Peugeot 10 speed in about 71 and rode the wheels off it. Sold it when I moved out on my own, and was dirt poor for a while. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted July 28, 2019 Share #36 Posted July 28, 2019 My ride. I don’t have pics of my backup bike. Daughter#3 is using it. A 1993ish Kestrel KM40 with 650 Wheels. This is my 2012 Cannondale Synapses Carbon 105. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan ★ Posted July 28, 2019 Share #37 Posted July 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Zealot said: Nah, keep on keepen on! I just purchased a 70s era Schwinn. That makes 6 bikes in my basement. My wife told me I needed an intervention. I showed her your post... ? Yeah, and there is another that I just finished building this week that I did not include. I have a couple of the bikes above listed for sale to try and thin the herd, but no nibbles so far. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share #38 Posted July 28, 2019 3 hours ago, sheep_herder said: Some of mine in different stages of build, and no I don't ride them enough. Missing is the Holdsworth record bought in the early 70s. I'll even throw in a photo when we were riding from Great Falls Hey @sheep_herder, what’s on your left leg in the pic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheep_herder ★ Posted July 28, 2019 Share #39 Posted July 28, 2019 14 minutes ago, Zealot said: Hey @sheep_herder, what’s on your left leg in the pic? I now wear braces on both legs due to high arches. Started with one brace and an in shoe orthotic and over time needed braces on both legs. Prior to getting these, I had constant ankle problems. Thus, I now ride platform pedals on all of my bikes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share #40 Posted July 28, 2019 1 minute ago, sheep_herder said: I now wear braces on both legs due to high arches. Started with one brace and an in shoe orthotic and over time needed braces on both legs. Prior to getting these, I had constant ankle problems. Thus, I now ride platform pedals on all of my bikes. Adapt and overcome!! ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tizeye Posted July 28, 2019 Share #41 Posted July 28, 2019 On 7/26/2019 at 3:03 PM, maddmaxx said: ^^^ It takes big cojones to cross seven mile bridge on a bike. Having said that, is that the new bridge because the one I remember was much narrower. Many crashes were caused by cars and trucks going in opposite directions blowing one of them into the concrete with the side wake. I've done the full length of the bridge at 110 mph however.............in the wee hours of the morning. Yes, I don’t think any old bridges are in use today other than walking/fishing with the center channel cut away for boat passage. New bridges have the side area, glass and debris was away with rain. Picture of old bridge, note fresh water or Keys was limited to that pipe. Can’t imagine a 60’s vintage car on that. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 28, 2019 Share #42 Posted July 28, 2019 ^^^ I was stationed in Key West for 2 years mid 60's. The old Bridge was the only way in or out by auto. As an aside, I believe that the spans that were dropped on the old bridge were part of the movie "True Lies". I did not have an auto in those days, but the speed trip was made in another sailor's 65 Chevy II modified for racing and then converted back into a street car. We were on an overnight run to Fort Lauderdale and back for hamburgers?????? 7 miles of bridge just over 2 cars wide with concrete walls and no place to go if something happened. I would not have attempted that old bridge on a bicycle for any amount of money. It was notorious for killing people. The concrete walls were scarred with the signs of old wrecks. They replaced the old Bahia Honda bridge as well. That bridge was also in the movie as the highway at the north end was where they landed a Harrier Jet. South Florida was a lot less crowded back in the 60's. The Keys were bright jewels to explore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tizeye Posted July 28, 2019 Share #43 Posted July 28, 2019 5 hours ago, maddmaxx said: ^^^ I was stationed in Key West for 2 years mid 60's. The old Bridge was the only way in or out by auto. As an aside, I believe that the spans that were dropped on the old bridge were part of the movie "True Lies". I did not have an auto in those They replaced the old Bahia Honda bridge as well. That bridge was also in the movie as the highway at the north end was where they landed a Harrier Jet. South Florida was a lot less crowded back in the 60's. The Keys were bright jewels to explore. Actually, the picture was the old Bahia Honda bridge, accesed grime the State Park a couple years ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MoseySusan Posted July 28, 2019 Popular Post Share #44 Posted July 28, 2019 Taking a coffee break near the end of today’s ride. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Zealot Posted July 28, 2019 Author Popular Post Share #45 Posted July 28, 2019 So, this is the Schwinn: it will be a complete restoration project. Checked the serial number: I know it really means nothing, but it’s a bit of American nostalgia for me. Replaced the saddle yesterday. But with my arm as it is, not much I can really do right now. Have found the original NOS wheels (love the chrome! ? ), the decals and the paint. Plan to tear it down and restore over the fall and winter. Should be fun. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted July 28, 2019 Share #46 Posted July 28, 2019 2 hours ago, roadsue said: Taking a coffee break near the end of today’s ride. Our bikes are pretty similar! My 2008 Bianchi 928 C2C Campy Record Vuelta Race Light Hoops. The celest was sold out in my size so I went with nude Carbon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted July 28, 2019 Share #47 Posted July 28, 2019 Mine is their Via Nirone comfort road bike. I think the dealer called it plush. The rider position is more upright. I’ve never been pleased with the drops that stop short of a place to actually rest my hands and drop down. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share #48 Posted July 28, 2019 7 minutes ago, roadsue said: I’ve never been pleased with the drops that stop short of a place to actually rest my hands and drop down. ?? it is a beautiful bike, RS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted July 28, 2019 Share #49 Posted July 28, 2019 31 minutes ago, roadsue said: Mine is their Via Nirone comfort road bike. I think the dealer called it plush. The rider position is more upright. I’ve never been pleased with the drops that stop short of a place to actually rest my hands and drop down. It looks like you have pretty deep drops on your bike. You could go with a shallower drop so the reach isn’t so far. But... I set my bike up so that the most comfortable position is on the hoods. Im rarely on the drops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted July 28, 2019 Share #50 Posted July 28, 2019 I like the drops when I’m riding into a strong wind. That’s about it. But during the spring, it’s every ride. @Zealot the bike is beautiful and easy to ride. It often disappears beneath me. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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