Post your Centurion Ironman.. For the love of 80s paint jobs!
#8426
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#8429
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WOW, THATS AMAZING! RobbieTunes fleslider jim dandy
So where did you get it and how much is original? Any back story to it?
So where did you get it and how much is original? Any back story to it?
#8430
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WOW, THATS AMAZING! RobbieTunes fleslider jim dandy
So where did you get it and how much is original? Any back story to it?
So where did you get it and how much is original? Any back story to it?
#8431
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Very cool to know. What state are you located in? This is probably the fourth or fifth we've ever seen. Was your buddy the original owner? Whst is the serial number? Finally, Welcome to Ironman asylum.
#8432
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I’m in Ohio the bike came from a guy somewhere in Kentucky . And thanks for having me I been after one of these since I was a kid . Anyone have 56cm they wanna swap me or shorter stem ? I’ll get the serial number tonight and no he wasn’t.
#8433
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Your bike looks like a 60cm to me.
#8434
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#8435
still new to cycling but I gotta say the ironman really didn't need anymore gearing for that hill (as I was collecting parts for a 10 speed upgrade) and pessimistic party poopers had previous told me that hill was impossible without climbing gear...pssst to that! However, besides lighter wheel options, not really sure if I should bother with an upgrade or leave her as is?
#8436
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I also think its a 60. IM are measured from the center of the Bottome Bracket to top of seat lug. I had an '87 Expert size 60 with a 57 top tube or maybe a tad more than 57. I now have an '86 size 58 with a TT 56.5. Nice bike. I have those same tires on my son's 89 expert. Our 89 Expert has a shorter ST and longer TT relative to the other IMs that I have taken care of. A great looking bike. Enjoy.
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#8437
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well i'll measure again when i get home if it does end up being a 60cm frame then it will be for sale promptly
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#8439
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The blue on these color schemes really pops! Pretty bikes.
#8440
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What length of stem is needed? I should have some 90 and under. That is, if the brand is not that important.
I have a common SR that is 70mm handlebar center to the back of the expander bolt. Lower level, but you could use it for fitting then get a better one.
If anyone is in need of a black seatpost, I have a couple of black Kalloys I can let go of.
I have a common SR that is 70mm handlebar center to the back of the expander bolt. Lower level, but you could use it for fitting then get a better one.
If anyone is in need of a black seatpost, I have a couple of black Kalloys I can let go of.
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#8441
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brand isnt of any concern right now it has a custom branded 120mm i believe.
#8442
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Well then, we have a 70 stem available. If you already have a bike that you like the fit, take some measurements. Figure out the actual size of the IM and then we(the thread) can help you get the IM fit right.
#8443
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yeah i have a 56cm breezer doppler pro that fits pretty well . yeah im gonna measure everything tonight i for sure the stem on the im is 5 inches (125mm) so i was guestimating something 90-100 might get me in a better position .
#8444
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[QUOTE=RobbieTunes;21401701]I did hill repeats yesterday. Rode 35 minutes to the hill, climbed it 2x sitting, 2x standing, with about a 5-min ride to get back down each time...then about 25 minutes back. Nice 2-hour workout, only 28.3 miles, but with climbing, a good workout.
Today is 50+, nice and easy.
/QUOTE]
Dang, way to put your national class heart, lungs, and legs to (debatable) Good use.
Today is 50+, nice and easy.
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Dang, way to put your national class heart, lungs, and legs to (debatable) Good use.
#8445
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So I measured seat tube turns out it’s a 60cm I’m kinda crushed about this . Not sure what I’m gonna do might try and flip it . Idk I know I def need a 58 cm as far as fit goes. Anyone want this thing ?
#8446
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^^^^^ Have you actually RIDDEN it? That counts more than what a tape measure says.
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#8447
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If that picture above shows the saddle height for you, you are in the ball park for your frame size. Wait until you swap stems. Bike fit can drive you crazy. My 60cm came to me virtually new with a 90 cm stem. For sure, the previous owner of yours put that long stem on there.
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#8448
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#8450
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I also think its a 60. IM are measured from the center of the Bottome Bracket to top of seat lug. I had an '87 Expert size 60 with a 57 top tube or maybe a tad more than 57. I now have an '86 size 58 with a TT 56.5. Nice bike. I have those same tires on my son's 89 expert. Our 89 Expert has a shorter ST and longer TT relative to the other IMs that I have taken care of. A great looking bike. Enjoy.