Posted August 1, 2012 | Matt P’s Vagabond RX-500 (6)
20 hours 5 minutes ago Dan wrote:
I have one that i wanted to sell …was bought about 20 years ago or so and owner drove it once in driveway and sat in basement ever since before i picked up …awsome...
Posted May 15, 2013 | Neal P’s 1984 Sears Free Spirit Brittany (1)
1 day 14 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
wow from the pics it looks like you rolled it off the show room floor. For a “cheap bike” at the time look at all the stuff – color matched fenders, rear...
Posted May 15, 2013 | Scott V’s Bridgestone Kabuki (1)
1 day 14 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
Oh man you have to get a head-badge shot as I recall it is very cool on the Kabuki
Posted September 26, 2010 | Kris K’s JCPenny 10-Speed Racer (2)
3 days 9 hours ago mfigley wrote:
Just found one of these – perhaps a slighlty older version in — Anchorage, Alaska! All stock except for some added bar tape, and, in fairly good cond. – must...
Posted June 30, 2010 | Stephen S’s 1985 Schwinn Traveler (9)
6 days 11 hours ago Thomas Becker wrote:
on face book there is one for sale $30.00
Posted January 5, 2010 | Alex K’s 1986 Centurion Ironman Dave Scott Master (6)
7 days 15 hours ago SGT GARCIA R.A. USMC wrote:
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7 days 15 hours ago SGT GARCIA R.A. USMC wrote:
I have this exact bike! Lol, exactly the same model as this one but mine has the original airpump that attatches to it. I dont ride it but after seeing all this...
Posted February 12, 2008 | From Cheap Crappy 10-Speed To Expensive Crappy Fixed Gear (17)
12 days 12 hours ago Antonio Porras wrote:
I still have my 1978 ten speed that my mom bought for me from JCPenney’s (made by Murray?). I’m in the process of putting it back on the road. Sadly,...
Posted November 5, 2008 | Sean Y’s Concord Pacer S/S (3)
13 days 15 hours ago Jake wrote:
I found my Concord Pacer S/S last year sitting in a dumpster. Everything is original and works flawlessly. Good thing I saved it from being thrown away. I ride this beauty...
Posted May 2, 2013 | Charles B’s Unknown Colnago (1)
14 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Charles B., It just breaks my heart when a quality bike is neglected and left for dead. Good luck restoring it, and please send some pics to OTS upon completion. BRQ
Posted May 2, 2013 | David E’s 1983 Peugeot UO-14 (1)
14 days 6 hours ago dee stone wrote:
You put together a really sharp looking bike. I like the way the color of the bar tape ties in with the sidewalls… What cleaning materials/methods worked the best?
Posted April 4, 2013 | Scott V’s Panasonic Sport 500 (2)
18 days 12 hours ago scott v wrote:
I have the tool, the bike cleaned up really well. The previous owner kept in a warm garage. Not much effort with the buffer & it came out great. Scott.
42 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Scott V., Now that bike looks familiar…sorta. It looks to be in the almost new condition that I found mine in. I see that you took it in the same direction that I took...
Posted November 10, 2010 | Eric G’s 1972 Webco 10-Speed (3)
19 days 4 hours ago Will wrote:
I have one of these for sale on craigslist. You should email me wcollier1390@yahoo.com
Posted October 25, 2011 | Ross E’s 1987 Panasonic Sport 500 (6)
20 days 16 hours ago PBVM wrote:
It is in very nice shape. It is actually a 1986 model however.
Posted January 25, 2012 | DocSprocket’s 1986 Fuji Team Fuji (12)
20 days 16 hours ago PBVM wrote:
I have always loved these. Fuji and Panasonic were always my favorite Japanese brands back in the eighties.
Posted February 10, 2011 | Don S’s 1974 Nishiki Professional (11)
24 days 6 hours ago Jim Comrada wrote:
I am 63 and disabled now. However, I have this bike with thousands of miles on it. Use to commute from the south end of Bainbridge Island to the UW in Seattle on this bike....
Posted April 15, 2013 | John Z’s 1987 Schwinn Super LeTour Mixte (3)
24 days 12 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
Sweet Le Tour, very cool that it getting used by multiple generations. I am building up a Le Tour III mixte for my sister-in-law and hope it turns out as well as yours.
30 days 9 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
John Z., nice lookin’ Le Tour. Black and red, I love that combo–and the red cable housing completes the package. Looks like a real comfortable bike to ride, love...
32 days 4 hours ago dee stone wrote:
That is a fine looking bike – I’d be proud to ride that (although I’d rather have bar-end, or even stem shifters).
Posted April 15, 2013 | Jama B’s Motobecane Mixte (3)
25 days 5 hours ago AussieBikeBoy wrote:
Fantastic Photos.
28 days 4 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
Love the custom rear box- that is a sweet ride chapeau!
28 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Jama B., Nice-lookin’-classy ride…and in remarkable condition! What more could a person ask for in a bike? BRQ
Posted October 1, 2011 | Steve S’s Raleigh Sprite 10 (7)
26 days 16 hours ago Lz wrote:
Your Raleigh Sprite-10 is in mint condition and gorgeous. I can tell this post is old but for what it’s worth here is some of the information you request. “Sprite-10...
Posted April 15, 2013 | Mike D’s 1970s Ladies Schwinn Traveler (3)
28 days 15 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Mike D., that cleaned up nicely! (as many of those ol’ Schwinns do) ” Rock solid and will last forever”…somehow I don’t doubt that, BRQ
29 days 6 hours ago mdennison wrote:
I found one shortly after this build. It is a Schwinn Sprint in a 19″ frame size. She is 5’4″ and has been riding it for a few years now. Of course I had to...
29 days 7 hours ago Roger Allison wrote:
Nice. I too am still looking for frame small enough to fit my wife.
Posted December 14, 2009 | Ed H’s Kalkhoff Super Sport (15)
35 days 7 hours ago austin wrote:
ive recently enhereted a kalkhoff bike that i have been looking to identify, it says its an “original” made in germany, its orange in color, and i cannot find...
Posted September 16, 2008 | John’s Schwinn Traveler (4)
36 days 14 hours ago Brad wrote:
What a great looking bike, used to have one just like it. I’d love to find another!
Posted April 4, 2013 | Matt T’s 1971 Raleigh Competition (7)
39 days 12 hours ago Matt T wrote:
I stuck with the tubulars. It had been many years since I had glued on sew-ups. I loved the ride. Sold this bike to a Raleigh collector who had been looking for this color...
41 days 5 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Two awesome shades of purple, or is it lilac? (my monitor sucks and my eyes are not much better, boo-hoo) http://sheldonbrown.com/bridge stone/1986/pages/12-bridges...
41 days 8 hours ago Bob Hague wrote:
Purple reigns.
41 days 15 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
Sweet find Matt looks like a great ride. Did you go with new tubulars (sew-ups) or switch to clinchers?
41 days 18 hours ago Matt T wrote:
Absolutely original. This color is well documented, but never shown in a catalog as far as I can tell.
42 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Matt T., What a beauty and I love the color! BRQ
42 days 7 hours ago Dee Stone wrote:
A high quality classic in a beautiful color. Do you think that’s the original color?
Posted April 4, 2013 | Ed H’s Street Seen Huffy Super Star (2)
41 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Ed H., Nice ten speed cruiser! Early to mid-70′s would be my guess, but as Ryan stated maybe 78-79? I also ditto what Ryan mentioned, my first ten speed was a...
41 days 15 hours ago Ryan Surface wrote:
My first 10 speed was a Huffy. As I recall it had more Orange in it and probably dated to about 78 or 79. Thanks for posting.
Posted April 4, 2013 | Dave F’s 1974 24" Schwinn Varsity (2)
42 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Dave F, gotta agree with the Doc–Beautiful restoration and nicely done; new life into an old classic. The old Varsitys, though a bit heavy have a very smooth ride. So...
42 days 18 hours ago Doc Sprocket wrote:
HEY DAVE SUPERIOR RETROSTRUCTION This is what I like to see new life breathed in to the old teen speeds. Where did you get your decal set, it’s those little details...
Posted July 30, 2008 | Scott’s Fuji Sports 10 (7)
44 days 5 hours ago Arev88 wrote:
How much do they go now? I am about to get one for $150 (needs tires, tubes, and a good clean up). After all that work how much I can sell it for? Thank you for your time!
Posted March 27, 2013 | Eric K’s Fuji Gran Tourer (2)
48 days 4 hours ago Doc sprocket wrote:
Hey Eric sweet find I acquired one of the same late last year the Gerry same But not as nice in a 63 cm frame in need of parts it was a trade for labor The year is 1977...
50 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Eric K., that sure is one nice looking old Fuji. It appears to be virtually unused at that. “An art piece”…yes it could have been, but a bike that nice...
Posted July 24, 2009 | Dan R.’s Panasonic Sport 500 (1)
48 days 16 hours ago Rich wrote:
How a 1987 Panasonic bicycle can make anyone’s mouth water is beyond me…I have virtually the same ride. It is a really well built bicycle.
Posted March 27, 2013 | Doc Sprocket’s 1987 Specialized Sirrus (Before and After) (2)
49 days 16 hours ago Doc Sprocket wrote:
Thanks btrq & thanks to Cameron for posting my projects Clients & friends love your sight & love the fact there bikes have been Emortilized in history with...
50 days 6 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Doc, you’ve got a whole-lotta black going on there. That’s one color that looks nice when it’s over done (imho)–and nothing sets it off better than...
Posted May 18, 2010 | Lydia P’s Huffy Treat Machine (7)
53 days 5 hours ago Dwight Delahunt wrote:
As a former Dairy Queen owner and an owner of a Treat Machine I can confirm you own one of 3500 treat machines given away in 1980. DQ owners were also able to purchase...
Posted June 11, 2009 | Mike D.’s ’70s Peugeot UO8 (France) (1)
53 days 19 hours ago Mike Kubo wrote:
Would you like to sell this?
Posted March 19, 2013 | Phil H’s 1978 Motobecane Super Mirage (4)
54 days 0 hours ago Phil11764 wrote:
Thanks, BRQ. Leather? No, just “leatherette.” Trickle-down technology!
55 days 17 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Phil, nice Moto! One of my favorite color combinations–black and red. Red cabling and gold accents on the lugs–complete the package. Are the bars wrapped in...
58 days 8 hours ago Phil11764 wrote:
Thanks, Ryan. I really enjoyed doing that one!
59 days 3 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
Love me some Motobecanes. The red cable housing is a nice touch with the black frame great job Phil
Posted September 23, 2009 | Bill J.’s 1979 Schwinn Caliente (4)
56 days 15 hours ago Skeeter wrote:
I have a ladies copper Schwinn Caliente just like the one above only my decals are getting cracked, does anyone know where new decals may be found, I have tried EBay.
Posted June 1, 2011 | Chris M’s 1977 Nishiki Olympic Royale (6)
58 days 4 hours ago Finn wrote:
where did you search the serial number? I just picked up a bike just like yours same brand of everything, mine is silver and has the splash guards on it still. everything looks...
Posted March 19, 2013 | Erik D’s 1982 Raleigh Gran Sport Mixte (3)
58 days 12 hours ago Dee Stone wrote:
Sharp looking bike!
58 days 15 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Eric D., what a beautiful bike! A gorgeous British bike made in Japan…kinda like my vintage French Peugeot also made in Japan. Is it Ishiwata tubing by any chance?...
59 days 3 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
Wow, that is one gorgeous mixte!
Posted March 19, 2013 | Art C’s 1972 Centurion (3)
58 days 14 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Art C., gotta love the orange! I came across a Centurion exactly like the one you have, and oddly it had no model name either. It simply said Centurion in the foil-type...
58 days 19 hours ago Roger Allison wrote:
Cottered cranks and Shimano components for brakes and drive train! I bet the freewheel is a 333. I recently picked up a Nishiki of a similar vintage.
59 days 3 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
beautiful rehab, love the white tires with the Orange frame-Chapeau!
Posted March 12, 2013 | Susan W’s 1976 Fuji (2)
61 days 5 hours ago Ryan S. wrote:
Susan, first off I would echo the wise BRQ’s comments. As for background on the bike I would go to the excellent Classic Fuji web site http://www.classicfuji.com/. it...
64 days 8 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Susan W., if it passes the road test and fits you like it should–I would definitely put some money and time into the ol’ 76 Fuji. A. The bike was never a...
Posted March 12, 2013 | Doc Sprocket’s 1969 JC Higgins (6)
62 days 14 hours ago Captain Blight wrote:
Those fenders are worth about a hundred bucks apiece on the open market.
65 days 1 hour ago Ryan S wrote:
This is the second $50 campy equipped bike on the OTSG I’ve seen this month- what am I doing wrong! Looking forward to seeing this gem after some patented Doc Sprocket...
65 days 17 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Wow, that is beautiful! And to think what most folks these days would never look twice at……a Sears bike. Love the details and the sharp angle on the stem, BRQ
65 days 17 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Doc, a true vintage marvel! I am sure that was a sweet bike for its time–with the campy components and the flashlight accessory, along with the full fenders that would...
65 days 17 hours ago doc sprocket wrote:
after some more research i have discovered the model is a 1965 & it was sold just like you see it all but the fenders & rack attached is a photo of a very clean...
66 days 2 hours ago Owen P. wrote:
Wow! Looks sweet. Very “old” looking (and I guess at 41 years, it is!)
Posted March 11, 2008 | Tom’s All Original 1978 Raleigh Grand Prix (29)
63 days 7 hours ago Laura Parke wrote:
Hi Tom, I have a 1975 Blue Raleigh grand prix in working condition. I still ride it and love the bike. The paint job has dings in it and the original badge is there, but...
Posted March 6, 2013 | Don C’s American Rider Classic (1)
63 days 7 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Don C., That there buddy is a mystery to me. It must have been of some interest to the Host to post it for our viewing pleasures. If I was a gambling man–I might...
Posted March 6, 2013 | Dee S’s 1976 Centurion Super LeMans Mixte (8)
64 days 9 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Dee S., I am a huge fan of old Centurions–and the one that is showcased appears to be NOS. Love the detailing on the head tube, definately a real beauty that even a...
68 days 12 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
Yeah he’s back! Dee sweet ride love all the details
71 days 5 hours ago David E wrote:
Cameron and the OTSG are back! Hooray!
71 days 18 hours ago Phil11764 wrote:
Woo hoo indeed! Welcome back, Cameron. We’ve missed you. Hope all is well with you and your family!
71 days 20 hours ago Roger Allison wrote:
I think the characterization of the mixte frame is an unfortunate choice of words. It is literally a mixed sex frame. Obviously my opinion it is suitable for both men and...
71 days 22 hours ago Darrell Yarborough wrote:
Don’t call mixtes ‘girly’. Real men ride mixtes. 
72 days 3 hours ago Owen P wrote:
Woohoo! New posts! This really is a companion bike to mine: same color and everything! Great condition too; they’re sweet riding bikes, even though they’re pretty...
72 days 3 hours ago Dee Stone wrote:
How exciting! I’ve really been missing the Old Ten Speed postings, and then you returned with my Centurion. Really looking forward to the rest of the bikes in the...
Posted March 12, 2013 | Phil H’s 1983 Panasonic Sport 1000 (7)
64 days 9 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Phil, thanks for the info, I now know that my bike is a 1983 model. I thought that my Panasonic Sport 500 was more like an 85-86 model. With the added crmo in parts of the...
64 days 22 hours ago Guest wrote:
Here’s a look at the Sport 1000 vs Sport 500 specs from the 1983 catalog.
64 days 23 hours ago Phil11764 wrote:
Thanks, guys. The Panasonic Bike Virtual Museum has some great info on the entire line-up. There were many differences between the Sport 1000 and the Sport 500. The 1000 had...
65 days 1 hour ago Ryan S wrote:
Phil I agree that is a gorgeous blue and the white accents really set it off- beautiful job. Those handlebars look like Nitto Randos or their early 80s equivalent.
65 days 17 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
I’ll take your thousand and raise you….?
66 days 2 hours ago Owen P. wrote:
Do your two Sport 500s equal this 1000? lol Phil-that is one bright and shiny bike! Nice!
66 days 5 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Phil H., nice bike!I have two Panasonic Sport 500′s; one restored (search: panasonic 500) and one waiting for a rainy day–I never knew that a Sport 1000 was also...
Posted March 12, 2013 | BRQ’s Bridgestone 600 (2)
64 days 10 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
lol, thanks! Sometimes, when working with old stock…a little bit of this and a little bit of that has to do. BRQ
65 days 1 hour ago Ryan S wrote:
Nice resuce BRQ and sweet build looks like you put Humpty-Dumpty back together again just fine. Take that all you Kings Horses and Men!
Posted March 12, 2013 | Mike K’s 1985-86 Shogun 100 Dr. Pepper 10-Speed (2)
65 days 1 hour ago Ryan S wrote:
Dumpster? looks fresh off the show room floor nice rehab! Hey is that saddle a low rider?
66 days 4 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Mike K., the constantly sought after yet ever so elusive dumpster find… I once found a Phat cruiser leaning next to a full dumpster at an abandoned home, but never a...
Posted March 6, 2013 | K Fil’s Charles-Roberts Touring Bike (3)
65 days 17 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
K Fil, nice find! Frame and paint look to be in remarkable condition, old Campy to boot….but at the risk of being yelled at–I still prefer the Bridgestone that...
68 days 12 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
what a find full campy gruppo at $50! Chapeau
71 days 18 hours ago phil11764 wrote:
If those racks could only talk. Wonder where they’ve gone.
Posted March 6, 2013 | Doc Sprocket’s 1979 Univega Super Ten (Before and After) (6)
65 days 17 hours ago doc sprocket wrote:
hey gang thanks for all the positive feed back. came glad to see & hear from you again i have a few more bike that have come & gone will send picks
66 days 4 hours ago BeaterRezQ wrote:
Doc, now we’re talking…that is what I call clever-showcasing of one’s work. Nice job! Pics, pics…give us pics! I have the same Altus rear derailleur...
68 days 12 hours ago Ryan S wrote:
Doc beautiful work as usual, really like that blue. Thanks for providing all the before and after pics love seeing the transition/transformation from rusty and crusty to shiny...
71 days 18 hours ago phil11764 wrote:
And the saddle. “Quilted for comfort!” Love it.
71 days 22 hours ago john h wrote:
Very nice job. love the before and after shots. =)
72 days 2 hours ago Dee Stone wrote:
Beautiful bike. That blue finish just glows.
Posted May 3, 2010 | Elmonte’s Terranaut Allegro (4)
67 days 5 hours ago Carlos Reyna wrote:
i just got one for free! i work at a metal recycling place and found it! i just have to replace the rear derailleur. this is my second bike project! wish me luck!
Posted March 9, 2011 | Greg A’s 1977 Schwinn Varsity (3)
77 days 11 hours ago jim wrote:
Very nice Greg. I want to ask something. Is the brake lever comfortable over there? I am thinking to do something like that to my bike.
