Recent content by Tobias Rodriguez

I gave the Carlton some time today. I removed the chain, derailleurs, shifters and crankset in preparation for the VX upgrade and original cottered crankset refit. Next up will be to remove the bottom bracket, clean, then refit the cottered spindle. It’s all quite grimy around the bottom bracket...

£84 buys the Epic Spint. Even more tempting for a cheap bit of fun project 🤣

Yes, it’s purple at the front end and blue at the rear, separated with silver. I think the paint jobs are ace, very much of their time I suppose.

Great bike, great win! Congratulations to all of the entrants and bikes shared. Keep rolling people 👍🏼

I would obviously ride it in my espadrille’s

Low blow ref 🤣

Absolutely! I thought it was the sellers way of showing that it’s not seized in the steerer tube 🤣

Me too 😜

If only I had room 🤣

The Cadex was given a spin today. I was impressed with the ride, it’s stiff and responsive. The gears seemed to improve after a tweak on the adjuster on the down tube cable stop. I got used to trimming the derailleur’s which made a big difference too. I could have done without the 2 punctures on...

Another windy day but the visit to the Lee Valley Velopark was brilliant. My sister and I will be going back. Next time we will try not to coincide it with a West Ham home game. I will also try to avoid getting 2 punctures on the last leg on the way home.

Thanks for your comment and view on patina. I know there are many opinions and a line should be drawn as to whether something is salvageable or a risk with regards to safety. This little rat actually rides really well and is solid. I think most bikes deserve a second chance if they have good...

Here’s a little rat I built in 2022

I forgot to mention that the bike came with a Cateye Astrale computer. I popped a new battery in and it seems to be in good working order, all the sensors are in the correct position and it’s giving readings. I’ll leave it hooked up just for curiosity when I get a ride in 👍🏼

Thank you kind sir!