Ultimate Bike Thread....

[NutmegCarrera]

^ I like that last photo, Curt.
I believe an Ibis Hakkalugi (not certain about the spelling...) Every one came with a "Hand Job".

I always wanted one.

My kid is racing CX now. He'd probably appreciate them...

[LEAKYSEALS951]

VERY tempted.

[CurtEgerer]

^^^

[Racerbvd]

Originally Posted by LEAKYSEALS951

VERY tempted.

As am I.

[CurtEgerer]

As if I don't have enough projects going (bikes, cars, house, etc.) I decided it was time to build out my Tom Kellogg frame. I've had it for several years. I was finally able to make contact with Tom and, luckily, he has extensive records on his frames. Reynolds 531SL tube set, Hayden investment cast crown, RGF bulge-forged BB shell, Campagnolo 1010A dropouts, and Prugnat long point lugs. The paint is Bellamy Red. This was frame No. 27 and built in 1977.

The frame is in well-used condition but is straight with original paint and decals. I've pretty much removed a couple of nasty handlebar dents on the top tube. So my plan is to build it with components in similar well-used condition to the frame so it looks like the survivor that it is. Probably going to try to find a complete 1977ish bike and transfer the parts as opposed to trying to find everything individually. Campy, Suntour, Dura-Ace? Not sure.

[herr_oberst]

I like that you've decided to use the original paint. Can't wait to see the build up. (And I'll won't be surprised if you find a nice vintage bike in your size to steal the components from, so we can expect another build somewhere down the road!!)

[Racerbvd]

[CurtEgerer]

^^^ Byron - is that Kestrel advert current and local to FL??

[CurtEgerer]

Originally Posted by herr_oberst

I like that you've decided to use the original paint. Can't wait to see the build up. (And I'll won't be surprised if you find a nice vintage bike in your size to steal the components from, so we can expect another build somewhere down the road!!)

I was hoping that it was some special bike built for a racer .... but no joy there. He said he built it for a local woman as a "general purpose sport bike, but quite light for the day". I've been looking at Suntour Superbe and/or Cyclone parts just to have something different. Dang, the prices have skyrocketed on that stuff. More than Campy it seems. I think everybody treated Campy like Rolex so there's lots of it left but old Shimano & Suntour was thrown in the trash.

[Racerbvd]

Originally Posted by CurtEgerer

^^^ Byron - is that Kestrel advert current and local to FL??

Yes sir

[CurtEgerer]

^^^ Do I need another wallhanger? Because that is what it would be.

[CurtEgerer]

[gwl123]

Anyone here know the value of a vintage "Pierce" track bike?

[Racerbvd]

Originally Posted by gwl123

Anyone here know the value of a vintage "Pierce" track bike?

Need more information and pictures would help

[gwl123]

Pierce vintage bike. Company in Angola, NY. Track bike with wooden rims and seatpost with L- arm.

[LEAKYSEALS951]

In today's news, I've redone my Fondriest once again into a light gravel / cx bike. This was an early 2000's frame that was made for 700x23c. It could barely fit a 25.

I replaced the front fork with a CX fork and now have a 38c on the front.
For the rear, I ground out the upper carbon seatstay fork and it now fits a 30c. I will probably grind it more and carbon fiber relaminate the rear fork/rear brake area to take a 32. That's about all the lower chainstay will handle.

It's a lot of work to make something that won't work as well as a new gravel bike, but wth? It's a fun process!
But who cares... Time to watch Space X!

[LEAKYSEALS951]

More pics from my project. This could go under the "what are you eff'in up today " thread. Anyhows..... I relocated the brake hole upwards and ground the heck out of the carbon. The 23c now fits a 32c. This week some carbon fiber comes in the mail and I will relaminate my surgery. That didn't prevent me from riding today as is. The bike works great!

[look 171]

[QUOTE=CurtEgerer;12372870]I was hoping that it was some special bike built for a racer .... but no joy there. He said he built it for a local woman as a "general purpose sport bike, but quite light for the day". I've been looking at Suntour Superbe and/or Cyclone parts just to have something different. Dang, the prices have skyrocketed on that stuff. More than Campy it seems. I think everybody treated Campy like Rolex so there's lots of it left but old Shimano & Suntour was thrown in the trash.


My first real race bike had Suntour Superbe due to lack of funds for Campy. Rode the hell out of it and it shifted great. This was around 84. Suntour made great components back then. Now thinking about it, it was as good or better then Campy. I still have that bike but it has Super Record on it now for oldtime sake. Look for some MKS track pedals. All the hot dog racers rode them due to it being super light, no quill for better corner clearance. That or Cut the quill off the campy pedals. Will you have clips and straps or clipless on this?

My Merlin Ti frame is a Tom Kellogg built frame. He makes a nice product.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by LEAKYSEALS951

More pics from my project. This could go under the "what are you eff'in up today " thread. Anyhows..... I relocated the brake hole upwards and ground the heck out of the carbon. The 23c now fits a 32c. This week some carbon fiber comes in the mail and I will relaminate my surgery. That didn't prevent me from riding today as is. The bike works great!

Nuts. I am always afraid it will comprise the integrity of the carbon rear triangle especially on the brake bridge. I'm interested in the long term reliability. Let us know.

[Racerbvd]