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The Velo Collective
United States
Приєднався 17 тра 2017
The definitive resource for vintage French bikes. Subscribe to get our latest repair and restoration tutorials and rare vintage finds.
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Gear/Derailleur Repair Ends in Total Failure!
I had a gear issue and decided to try and fix it. A bad thing happened.
Can a freewheel that has been so torqued on that it rotates beyond the hub threads? This could make it sit too close to the spokes, but I just don't know.
Can a freewheel that has been so torqued on that it rotates beyond the hub threads? This could make it sit too close to the spokes, but I just don't know.
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Peugeot PX10 - Sparkling like it's 1964!
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Giving my Peugeot PX10 a wash on a sunny October afternoon in France.
Real World Tubular Tyre Installation - Aluminium Rims
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Putting an older tubular tyre on an aluminium rim may not be the smooth task that you see on some videos. Is an older tyre worth installing? I try and change one on my vintage Peugeot to save money and use the tyre I have in hand.
Vintage Rides Best - On the Gravel Trail with my Stronglight Altec
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I take my Stronglight Altec on a gravel trail through Normandy, France, to see how this vintage bike performs on a rough track. The journey takes through the WW2 battle areas of the region.
I Test Vintage Mafac Brakes Against Modern Shimano Brakes in the Rain
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It's raining, and a cat runs out in front of you on the slippery road. Can your vintage Mafac brakes stop you in time? Are they anywhere near as good as modern brakes?
1964 Peugeot PX10 Restoration - Worth It?
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I recently bought a scruffy and neglected Peugeot PX10 and decided to restore it. Here is my video of my problems, challenges and satisfactions in the job of making it a great bike once more.
Saving a 1960's Peugeot PX10!
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I found a 1960's Peugeot PX10 which is the iconic model of this French brand, left for years in a garage, mostly original, which I plan to restore again. It's a beautiful, classic road bike, full of pedigree.
A Vintage Look Bike Needs Its Mojo Back!
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I bought vintage Look 131 carbon road bike but it had lost its mojo, it had been converted to a hybrid with rusty handlebars. I wanted to restore it to something of its former glory.
A Rare and Beautiful Bike -But You Wouldn't Guess The Brand
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Did you know that the famous French component maker, Stronglight, actually made a frameset for a short time back in the late 1980's? They are hard to find, and this is my review of one I came across which needed repairs.
Swapping Out Triple Shifters for Double: Possible Without Problems?
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Can you swap out your triple shifters for a pair of double shifters, without changing all your derailleurs and buying a new chain? I tried it on my new Specialized Allez.
Restoring a Vintage Leather Bike Saddle - Ideale 92
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I try some simple and experimental methods of restoring a vintage Ideale 92 leather saddle. It worked! Lots of articles, videos, repair tips on vintage bikes: www.thevelocollective.com Music © Graystar: Satellites ua-cam.com/channels/LvQkllDXzaM_u4sFyTwPtA.html music.apple.com/us/artist/graystar/312881472
This bike is not junk! Vintage bike with a secret gets a new life.
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I bought this vintage bike for just 10 euros, it had been abandoned for decades. The owner wasn't sure it was worth restoring, but this bike had a few surprises up its sleeve! For lots of bike restorations, visit: thevelocollective.com Music: 1. "Wherever You go" 2. "Everlasting" 3. "Everything Falls Apart" Copyright © graystar: ua-cam.com/channels/LvQkllDXzaM_u4sFyTwPtA.html music.apple.com/us...
Vintage Peugeot Road Bike - 20 Euro Restore!
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I bought a vintage Peugeot road bike and ended up doing lots more repairs than I anticipated, encountering hidden problems and snags along the way. See how it turned out.. Lots more at: www.thevelocollective.com Music: Holding it Together by Graystar: ua-cam.com/video/OLL7GyHWymg/v-deo.html
Raleigh Record Ace - Vintage 1976 British Racing Bike
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The Raleigh Record Ace was second only to the Team Professional, and many speed records and time trails were won on this model that first appeared in 1933. It was the envy of youngsters in post-war Britain, the bike many wanted but couldn't afford. More at: thevelocollective.com Song by Graystar: "Everything Falls Apart" ua-cam.com/video/CQBtxRep8hk/v-deo.html
Best Budget Bike Stand: Lifeline v Park Tool
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I've been using both the Lifeline and Park Tool PCS-9 bike stands for a while now and thought I'd share my honest experiences of using them. The video includes the real life mistakes and struggles with handling and folding a bike repair stand, let's get real, they can be cumbersome and annoying sometimes.
Stuck Park Tool Stand - Clamp Rotation
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Stuck Park Tool Stand - Clamp Rotation
Specialized Allez Restoration ( abandoned because of rust )
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Specialized Allez Restoration ( abandoned because of rust )
Park Tool CWP-7 Crank Puller v Vintage Crank Puller Review
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Park Tool CWP-7 Crank Puller v Vintage Crank Puller Review
1987 Specialized Allez Jim Merz, Bent Fork
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1987 Specialized Allez Jim Merz, Bent Fork
First Wash for 25 years - Vintage French Bike Frame
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First Wash for 25 years - Vintage French Bike Frame
Beyond Restoration: 1979 Peugeot Super Competition Road Bike
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Beyond Restoration: 1979 Peugeot Super Competition Road Bike
Removing a 54 Year Old Freewheel From a Campagnolo Hub, Expecting the Worst..
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Removing a 54 Year Old Freewheel From a Campagnolo Hub, Expecting the Worst..
Is it Worth it? Removing Rust From a Vintage Bike Frame
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Is it Worth it? Removing Rust From a Vintage Bike Frame
Can 10 Speed Friction Shifting Work?
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Can 10 Speed Friction Shifting Work?
Rust on Wheel, is it Worth Restoring? Cleaning the Rim, Spokes and Hub.
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Rust on Wheel, is it Worth Restoring? Cleaning the Rim, Spokes and Hub.
Cleaning Sticky Brake Levers ( Mafac Racer )
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Cleaning Sticky Brake Levers ( Mafac Racer )
Chain Rub on the Front Derailleur, Finding the Problem on my Vintage Gitane Bike
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Chain Rub on the Front Derailleur, Finding the Problem on my Vintage Gitane Bike
Chain Slack Caused by Huret Derailleur
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Chain Slack Caused by Huret Derailleur