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Hey guys, thought I'd swing in again. Picked up three bikes...all of which need some work. The first is a Western Flyer ballooner. The problem is that the expansion wedge is rusted into the stem. The bolt broke, so I tried twisting the handlebars. Didn't work. Cut off the stem (it was a...

I had thought of those, but I have this one, and it's free... I do need a new 3 speed rear wheel though.

Actually, i kinda skipped over the 6 ft tall thing - my girl is 5'10" - that's why I'm building her a more traditional "english" 3 speed - it's upright enough to get some decent leg extension and power, but comfy enough to just cruise around.

Thanks everyone. I'll try to get photos of the WF - the paint is done except for the flames. Just have to get the new handlebars on and the seat...

So, I was thinking yesterday... I've got this ratty pair of bluejeans, and my girlfriend's bike (well, the one I'm building for her) has a crappy handlebar (North Road) and seat... However, the seat itself is INSANELY comfy. Here's my thinking... Take strips of denim and wrap the handlebars...

Maybe go to bikeforums and check out their winter cycling tips, or their commuting thread. I commute regularly (at least this year) and so far, lobster claw mittens, a balaclava and skull cap, down coat, long johns and sweat pants and hiking boots are what does it for me. If you're going with...

Hey guys, Found this site actually through bikeforums.net, asking about ammo-can panniers (and seeing that WICKED "army" bike in the RRBO). Been lurking around here lately, fascinated by what you guys are doing. Anyway, I'm building a "custom" for my girlfriend, and thought I could get some...