Category Archives: Bike Projects

Bike projects

Ling’s PW

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Michael Slater

  Ling getting used to her new bike on the Kinetic trainer at Elite Custom.   This bike was finished in January.  I thought.  Then I discovered a….. technical issue.  Fixed it in February, but then I dithered with delays, … Continue reading →

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Unspeakable Weekend

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Michael Slater

Ugh is all I can say. Yes, those are dirt-rings on my neck. Been grinding.  

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Magnesium MVB Condensed

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Michael Slater

Did another headtube badge sample tonight.  A mild steel “S” in my favorite font, Magnesium MVB Condensed(*).  Took me about 20 minutes of sawing and I only broke one blade.  There are a two defects from haste, but I can … Continue reading →

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First things first

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Michael Slater
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New Bicycle Project?

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Michael Slater

  I watched a WQED video on an annual Thanksgiving bike race around Pittsburgh’s thirteen steepest hills.  Looks sort of fun and would be an excuse to go to the USA for Thanksgiving. Cannot recall the last time I was … Continue reading →

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Clearcoated and now curing

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Michael Slater

  Sulaiman applied the final clearcoat to Ling’s frame Friday and now it must cure for a week or two so that when I build up the bike I don’t mar the paintjob. He really saved my butt, repairing some … Continue reading →

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