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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 12:01:31 GMT
A clean bike is reason enough for a photo shoot I reckon. b   |
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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 12:14:01 GMT
And just for fun, Victor's specs again: Original stuff: frame and forks Replaced original 1st gen Positron twin-cable rear mech with NOS of same Birmalux seat pin Bakelite Positron shifter Weinmann brake levers Newer stuff: CR18 rims on Viscount hubs Sugino track crank set with Super Record chainring (48T) MKS Sylvan road pedals with MKS toe clips Honjo mudguards with homemade leather mudflap Viscount stem Nitto Dove handlebars VO Kraton grips Ideale 92 saddle Lambert centrepull brakes with Kool Stop DA brake blocks homemade tool kit bag Beto rack (stripped back to raw aluminium) Pasela folding tyres (27 x 1 & 1/8") Connex chain b |
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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 12:28:39 GMT
Youse must be all up having a cuppa on Sunday morning and checking the forum. A few minutes ago there was no-one online, and now there's all the usual suspects.
Me, I'm off to bed. My Sunday's already over; work tomorrow! :,( b
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Post by triitout on May 18, 2014 12:45:30 GMT
Just downed my caffeine fix to start Sunday. Your photo of the Victor is a nice way to start the day. Are the hammered fenders Velo Orange? Last week I started to think about my next Viscount project and its to create something along the lines of the Victor dressed up as a touring bike. I'm imagining the color as a deeper burgundy color with tan leather saddle and handlebar tapes. Just the opposite of the Kiwi single speed. More classic, British style. Now I just need the right bike. My work location changed and I'm entertaining bicycle commuting. It's a mere 10 miler but the routes available are "fair" and it's a tight fit with sunset times to get in before dark. Got to wait for those longer days.  |
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Post by velocipete on May 18, 2014 12:46:45 GMT
Pass the tissues,can't stop drooling!!!
Cheers,
Pete.
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Post by Jem on May 18, 2014 21:09:41 GMT
Great looking bike! I don't think you ever need an excuse to post pictures of that.
I've never used that pump placement
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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 21:18:11 GMT
Just downed my caffeine fix to start Sunday. Your photo of the Victor is a nice way to start the day. Are the hammered fenders Velo Orange? Last week I started to think about my next Viscount project and its to create something along the lines of the Victor dressed up as a touring bike. I'm imagining the color as a deeper burgundy color with tan leather saddle and handlebar tapes. Just the opposite of the Kiwi single speed. More classic, British style. Now I just need the right bike. My work location changed and I'm entertaining bicycle commuting. It's a mere 10 miler but the routes available are "fair" and it's a tight fit with sunset times to get in before dark. Got to wait for those longer days. Aha! I was right! The mudguards are Honjo, much, much better than VO. Fortunately you have a supplier on your continent: www.jitensha.com/eng/fndrs_e.htmlAnd of course I love the sound of your new project... b |
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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 21:19:00 GMT
Pass the tissues,can't stop drooling!!! Cheers, Pete. Thanks Pete, although I wish you would come and say what you mean and stop beating around the bush. b |
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Post by bendo on May 18, 2014 21:21:15 GMT
Great looking bike! I don't think you ever need an excuse to post pictures of that. I've never used that pump placement I nicked the idea from the Peter Weigle, who often puts pump pegs on the non-drive side seat stay. It leaves all the main tubes clear for bottle cages and carrying. The cheapy Zefal pump just happens to wedge in their so nicely that I completely forget it's there. b |
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Post by sprockit on May 18, 2014 21:47:40 GMT
Naet and tidy looking bike, Bendo.
Are there many hills where you are?
I note you run single chainrings. I've just been out on the 5-speed Sport and, as I often do, ran out of gears (and puff!!) on our local Pennine hills.
Both my Viscounts are pretty much original and I'd prefer to keep them that way, so I'll have to take the low routes out of town on them.
I do, however, have a 'Team '82' frame, so may equip that with the ultra-low gears needed to climb the hills around here.
Regards,
Sprockit
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Post by goldie on May 18, 2014 22:01:52 GMT
That is such a great bike, with a lovely mix of old and new components. And - as I might have said before - a great garden fence for a backdrop too.
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Post by goldie on May 18, 2014 22:04:05 GMT
Just downed my caffeine fix to start Sunday. Your photo of the Victor is a nice way to start the day. Are the hammered fenders Velo Orange? Last week I started to think about my next Viscount project and its to create something along the lines of the Victor dressed up as a touring bike. I'm imagining the color as a deeper burgundy color with tan leather saddle and handlebar tapes. Just the opposite of the Kiwi single speed. More classic, British style. Now I just need the right bike. My work location changed and I'm entertaining bicycle commuting. It's a mere 10 miler but the routes available are "fair" and it's a tight fit with sunset times to get in before dark. Got to wait for those longer days. Are you on Long Island triitout? I know it a little bit, although it's more than ten years since I was there. |
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Post by triitout on May 19, 2014 3:18:32 GMT
Hi Goldie, Yes I'm here in Long Island, NY, USA. Lots of car traffic and potholes but still some very nice riding to be had. Not even a single Viscount sighting on the road. Hope you enjoyed your visit  |
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Post by Stella on May 19, 2014 10:01:32 GMT
Bendo, this is a deliciously looking bike. A proper commuter, but one that has style. One can tell it belongs to someone who loves his bike. :-)
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Post by bendo on May 19, 2014 13:51:06 GMT
Thanks Stell. Yeah it doesn't take much to make sure the top of your packrack is actually horizontal, but you know, you'd be surprised how many people don't bother! Even fewer bother to line up the brand on the sidewall of tyre next to the valve... Is that being 'Pro' or just OCD? You be the judge. b
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Post by stoatie on May 19, 2014 14:41:16 GMT
Even fewer bother to line up the brand on the sidewall of tyre next to the valve... Is that being 'Pro' or just OCD? You be the judge. b It's just sensible, easiest way to find the object that has caused the puncture. Oh and lovely bike Bendo. |
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Post by Stella on May 19, 2014 16:52:21 GMT
My bikes have all their brands with the valve lined up. 1. because I'm anal and 2. because I'm anal, and 3. for the very reason Stoatie stated.
Oh and my hub logos are lined up with the valve hole when I build wheels.
Did I mention I'm anal?
Nevertheless, your bike looks lovely and I'd love to take it for a spin. Just been out with the red flash and enjoyed it very much. And I've taken pictures, too. It's dirty, though.
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