I agree with your opinions on some vintage parts and components. Your no.1 dislike is the saddles which were constructed over a plastic she’ll ,which by the way I also hate with a passion. If you go a little more vintage with an all leather saddle like a Brooks type you still maintain the overall look. I find all leather saddle much more comfortable. Great video ,steel is real.
Hello Dino. I agree with you. I looooove Brooks leather saddles. They are so comfortable! When I say “vintage saddles” I am really talking about those very rounded saddles that were made in the 80s and sold with the road racers of those days. Thanks for your post.
Grew up racing with toe clips so still have a fond affection for them and can use them no bother but I hear you on the older saddles - many a man lost a race because of 'discomfort' (read piles, blisters etc etc) issues with those saddles.
Hi John and thanks for your post. I think that if I were to force myself a little I could get into toe clips but clipless are so awesome that I really struggle psychologically into accepting toe clips. Cheers.
@@ClassicCyclingCC I registered for Montalcino '23 so the toeclips will be going back on the Moser once again. Might even see you there with a bit of luck!
Great video! I own a Puch Luzern and the gearing is so stiff that I feel like I have to do many squats in a year to go on long trips and it wears down your energy. It seems like you have to force more watts.
Hello Hybrid Cyclist. I hear you. When I was younger it was ok but now I find it hard to enjoy long rides with lots of ascent and “stiff” gearing as you put it so well. Thanks for your post.
@@ClassicCyclingCC Thank you for your response. I am doing exercises recommended for cyclists in a video a saw. I have to say that it is doing wonders on my leg power and stamina. I started cycling in April and I am in habit of doing these exercises at least 3 times a week. I had some joint discomforts before I started the exercises. Now, my body is finally adapting to the routine which is therapeutic.
@@ClassicCyclingCC Here's the link: ruclips.net/video/symG5pTvOJg/видео.html I'm a new subscriber. Don't forget to subscribe to me. I finally bought a GoPro. I just need to upload my videos soon. I am currently doing Central Florida.
WHAT? The selle san marco laser is the most comfortable saddle i've ever used....agree with 27in wheels and toe clips tho, work of the devil...and buy a triple if you can't get a 42/28 up a mountain 😉
Hello breathestrongcycling. Saddles are so specific to someone’s anatomy that it is difficult to generalize but to me, those very rounded saddles made in the 80s that were sold with road bikes then, are the most uncomfortable saddles I have ever ridden……by far! As to putting a triple up front; no way! I know I can’t put out the watts I use to, but I am willing to go only so far in admitting it. I still have my pride. Cheers my friend and thanks for your post.
I'm 95% with you, except I'm not massively dogmatic about quill stems. You can still get decent metal stems and metal cockpit set ups that do justice to steel frames. On the wheels, 1000% agree. Got to go alloy. Don't put a bunch of carbon Zipps on a steel beauty bike.
Hi Craig and thanks for your post. I agree with you that a modern metal stem does not not alter any of the characteristics of a vintage frame, but from a visual standpoint, it just destroys the “vintage look” too much in my opinion. But at the end of the day, what really counts, is for every steel frame rider to set-up their steel frame just the way they like it, there is really not right or wrong set-up. As long as you enjoy your bike build, do it your way.
I really would like to ride an Eroica event but I really dread riding with toe clips. I am really worried that I would fall over and break a wrist or collar bone. I have been riding clipless pedals for almost 30 years so I am just used to the convenience of that type of pedal.
Great video, I agree that you can make a vintage bike more usable. It could be a wall hanger or you can make a few modifications and enjoy riding it. Don’t forget a comfortable modern saddle.
I agree with you. I think the mix of vintage and modern features on bikes is analogous to deejaying: mixing with records, but using some modern equipment like a digital Tascam recorder instead of cassettes to record sets. You CAN have the best of both worlds.
if a clipless pedal is not adjusted properly, you will end up with knee problems. there are many parameters that come into play such as float, fore/aft adjustment, tension, etc.falling off the bike is usually a rite of passage for the beginner. not being able to unclip on time can yield dire consequences in group crash
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I agree with your opinions on some vintage parts and components.
Your no.1 dislike is the saddles which were constructed over a plastic
she’ll ,which by the way I also hate with a passion.
If you go a little more vintage with an all leather saddle like a Brooks type you still maintain the overall look.
I find all leather saddle much
more comfortable.
Great video ,steel is real.
Hello Dino. I agree with you. I looooove Brooks leather saddles. They are so comfortable! When I say “vintage saddles” I am really talking about those very rounded saddles that were made in the 80s and sold with the road racers of those days. Thanks for your post.
Grew up racing with toe clips so still have a fond affection for them and can use them no bother but I hear you on the older saddles - many a man lost a race because of 'discomfort' (read piles, blisters etc etc) issues with those saddles.
Hi John and thanks for your post. I think that if I were to force myself a little I could get into toe clips but clipless are so awesome that I really struggle psychologically into accepting toe clips. Cheers.
@@ClassicCyclingCC I registered for Montalcino '23 so the toeclips will be going back on the Moser once again. Might even see you there with a bit of luck!
@@johnflynn4923 Hello John. Very cool. I am not registered yet but am planning on it. See you in Montalcino.
Great video! I own a Puch Luzern and the gearing is so stiff that I feel like I have to do many squats in a year to go on long trips and it wears down your energy. It seems like you have to force more watts.
Hello Hybrid Cyclist. I hear you. When I was younger it was ok but now I find it hard to enjoy long rides with lots of ascent and “stiff” gearing as you put it so well. Thanks for your post.
@@ClassicCyclingCC Thank you for your response. I am doing exercises recommended for cyclists in a video a saw. I have to say that it is doing wonders on my leg power and stamina. I started cycling in April and I am in habit of doing these exercises at least 3 times a week. I had some joint discomforts before I started the exercises. Now, my body is finally adapting to the routine which is therapeutic.
@@ElRealtorCiclista would love to check that excercise video if you don’t mind.
@@ClassicCyclingCC
Here's the link:
ruclips.net/video/symG5pTvOJg/видео.html
I'm a new subscriber. Don't forget to subscribe to me. I finally bought a GoPro. I just need to upload my videos soon. I am currently doing Central Florida.
WHAT? The selle san marco laser is the most comfortable saddle i've ever used....agree with 27in wheels and toe clips tho, work of the devil...and buy a triple if you can't get a 42/28 up a mountain 😉
Hello breathestrongcycling. Saddles are so specific to someone’s anatomy that it is difficult to generalize but to me, those very rounded saddles made in the 80s that were sold with road bikes then, are the most uncomfortable saddles I have ever ridden……by far! As to putting a triple up front; no way! I know I can’t put out the watts I use to, but I am willing to go only so far in admitting it. I still have my pride. Cheers my friend and thanks for your post.
@@ClassicCyclingCC not even a Campagnolo triple?.......i would swallow my pride for one of those 😆✌️
@@breathestrongcycling3672 hmmm. Tough decision. Very very tempting.
Neo classic build, the best of both worlds.
Hello Antonio. YES!
I'm 95% with you, except I'm not massively dogmatic about quill stems. You can still get decent metal stems and metal cockpit set ups that do justice to steel frames. On the wheels, 1000% agree. Got to go alloy. Don't put a bunch of carbon Zipps on a steel beauty bike.
Hi Craig and thanks for your post. I agree with you that a modern metal stem does not not alter any of the characteristics of a vintage frame, but from a visual standpoint, it just destroys the “vintage look” too much in my opinion. But at the end of the day, what really counts, is for every steel frame rider to set-up their steel frame just the way they like it, there is really not right or wrong set-up. As long as you enjoy your bike build, do it your way.
I really would like to ride an Eroica event but I really dread riding with toe clips. I am really worried that I would fall over and break a wrist or collar bone. I have been riding clipless pedals for almost 30 years so I am just used to the convenience of that type of pedal.
Hello Jensen and thanks for your post. I am with you 100%. Stick with clip less pedals. Toe clips have no redeeming qualities .
Great video, I agree that you can make a vintage bike more usable. It could be a wall hanger or you can make a few modifications and enjoy riding it. Don’t forget a comfortable modern saddle.
Hello Glen and thanks for your post.
I agree with you. I think the mix of vintage and modern features on bikes is analogous to deejaying: mixing with records, but using some modern equipment like a digital Tascam recorder instead of cassettes to record sets. You CAN have the best of both worlds.
Hello PJ Glad and thanks for your post.
if a clipless pedal is not adjusted properly, you will end up with knee problems. there are many parameters that come into play such as float, fore/aft adjustment, tension, etc.falling off the bike is usually a rite of passage for the beginner. not being able to unclip on time can yield dire consequences in group crash
Hello beetole. I have been using clipless for over 20 years now. I am particularly fond of Speedplay. Pedals. Thank for your post. Cheers.