Recent content by pwebb

Someone got a bargain there, I already have one, couldn't possibly bid

My 1992 Axis restoration, this one is a keeper, after selling a TTlite last year and regretting it, I don't think I will find a nicer Axis, plus I spent weeks restoring this one back to factory spec and mint condition

Such a nice paint effect on the 91 Axis, in great condition too. Bit of chain torture going on there ;-)

Good work there!

Seen at Philly bike expo 2025 show, hopefully a new trend and canti revival See velo orange report https://velo-orange.com/blogs/theveloorangeblog/cool-stuff-from-philly-bike-expo-2025 And scroll to Simona Dwass

Pwebb's 1992 Diamond Back Axis Build thread: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/2025-time-warp-build-thread.488809/

Great job so far rescuing those components, it may take a lot of metal polish to get the crank set etc back to a shine buts it very possible, see my thread here https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/ernie-clements-build-thread.483117/ Note the very knowledgeable people that chimed in to help me...

Hi, the horizontal effective length of top tube is 21 1/2 " or 54cm. The effect of having a longer steerer and a forward facing 100mm ahead stem is that the distance between middle of seat post and handle bar is 65cm or 25 1/2 " so it does help to have the stem slightly higher and forwards to...

Last few days before this goes to the bay and I have to deal with the great unwashed

...still very red

thanks for the interest and comments... to answer the size Qs : The frame measures just over 17" ( centre of BB to top of seat tube) so its more like 17.5" I would add 2" to this for the notional 'frame size' given the very high bottom bracket and aggressively sloped top tube. From...

£495 complete bike as shown in latest build thread entry https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/pioneer-no-3-red-or-dead.489226 and pictured below The frameset has had professional dip, strip, powder coat and is in peachy condition. It is , like a lot of Pioneers, mixed tubing of...

I cant keep 3 , so this Pioneer is one I will part with - hopefully to someone who will appreciate it and the fact it offers retro looks and history with the convenience of problem free shifting and decent braking. The period Panaracer tyres are also a good compromise being of...