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02-29-24, 10:32 AM
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Posted By dphi

Tried to enhance it a bit ...

Tried to enhance it a bit

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Views: 241
Posted By '02 nrs

limited quanities?

maybe basic but will bet you won't see another.
Replies: 9
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Posted By juvela

----- the Juy gear ensemble, Titan stem/bar...

-----

the Juy gear ensemble, Titan stem/bar set and Brooks are the only components with good collector value

would seem to make much more sense to keep it together as a complete and period...
01-02-24, 07:10 AM
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Posted By georges1

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53437923305_f3...

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Views: 1,230
Posted By 3alarmer

. ...the paint and chrome on that are better...

.
...the paint and chrome on that are better than anything I've seen for a long time in that colorway.
I guess you need to figure out how much that's worth to you, as the buyer. Those can be very...
08-22-23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,237
Posted By SoCaled

Schwinn Crisscross - $25 - Rowland Heights, CA ...

Schwinn Crisscross - $25 - Rowland Heights, CA
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/249842230733383/?
...
08-07-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 606
Posted By rccardr

Yes, it will. And badly.

Yes, it will.
And badly.
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Views: 895
Posted By plonz

I think the reference above to a cheap frame and...

I think the reference above to a cheap frame and cheap parts is too harsh. Lemond is a reputable brand. Cromor is not the highest-end tubing but still good. Athena Ergo group back in this day would...
12-26-22, 01:07 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,237
Posted By SoCaled

Novara X-R - $200 - Long Beach, CA ...

Novara X-R - $200 - Long Beach, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/8b44bd62-adf1-30dc-8a80-847c35b20b7d?cid=7.4...
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By RB1-luvr

that purple and highlighter combo is phenomenal. ...

that purple and highlighter combo is phenomenal. I'm glad that it's not my size.
10-30-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,756
Posted By Schreck83

First, I would be thankful the frame fits well...

First, I would be thankful the frame fits well enough to ride. :)
I would not spread the rear dropouts or do anything that was not easily reversible.
If you want clinchers, build a separate set of...
10-17-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,760
Posted By 52telecaster

So I picked up a Raleigh Professional MKII frameset

So I picked up a Raleigh professional mkii frameset.
the head panel silver paint is gone. Can I do a rough approximation with testors?...
10-15-22, 02:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 992
Posted By El Chaba

Nuovo Grand Sport…

Nuovo Grand Sport…
09-08-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1
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Posted By Maytag

Mongoose Mangusta

Hi guys, saved another one from the heap of "not so desirable" since I am a fan of the ugly ducklings. It is complete, my size and if nothing else it will be on my trainer or a parts donor for other...
08-31-22, 12:34 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,345
Posted By merziac

If we're honest there are and have been many...

If we're honest there are and have been many Japanese bikes and frames that are very high quality, status and pedigree are subjective as they come with entrenched tradition that Japan did not have...
08-30-22, 06:06 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,345
Posted By squirtdad

not boutique but the top level bikes of big...

not boutique but the top level bikes of big manufactures can be right up there. Team Miyata as an example
08-29-22, 11:06 PM
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Posted By merziac

Great score, well done. :thumb: Love these,...

Great score, well done. :thumb:

Love these, one of the coolest C+V examples of all time for me. ;)

I have a bunch of them and cannot explain why none are on the road. :wtf:
08-21-22, 11:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 978
Posted By merziac

While I agree on the 50th thinking, it is one of...

While I agree on the 50th thinking, it is one of the most highly rated, coveted, desirable gets in all of C+V, like it or not. :twitchy:

The answer would be to buy both and sell off the 50th, you...
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By Clang

It's a 1995 Mongoose Hill Topper. MSRP: $400 Back...

It's a 1995 Mongoose Hill Topper. MSRP: $400 Back then, Mongoose was a brand sold in bike shops, not relegated to miserable big box stores.

The dark chrome is flaking- not a great sign. The Alivio...
08-06-22, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 170
Posted By Drillium Dude

Blackburn - my fave! ...

Blackburn - my fave!

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DD
06-05-22, 06:28 PM
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Views: 469
Posted By SpeedofLite

50 Years Ago: June 1972 in Bicycling! magazine

Articles/columns included are:
LETTERS
"The Longjo Bike Race"
"Baylor U's Great Bear Downs: Race for Fun and Funds"
QUESTION MAN

One article from this issue was posted previously. It's the 3rd...
05-31-22, 02:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,637
Posted By sd5782

I suppose any would be fine, but kinda want a 70s...

I suppose any would be fine, but kinda want a 70s version as that is the timeframe when I was becoming interested. As Golden Boy pointed out, a racy early version may be a pleasant middling sporty...
Replies: 21
Views: 2,729
Posted By Dougms46

I actually have one of these

I actually have one of these
Replies: 35
Views: 2,535
Posted By Bianchigirll

It is almost impossible to tell the difference...

It is almost impossible to tell the difference between the Chorus and Athena seatpost because they are the same post. 🤪
Replies: 25
Views: 2,933
Posted By bargo68

Just a guess here, but if you aren't into that...

Just a guess here, but if you aren't into that porteur rack it does look to be vintage and you might recoup the cost of the bike with that piece alone.
01-15-22, 06:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,611
Posted By repechage

With only a size stamp, a good candidate as a...

With only a size stamp, a good candidate as a Keith Lippy subcontracted frame.
He made good frames.
he also used pre-raked blades, but as most most likely this is a later replacement fork, that is...
01-15-22, 02:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,611
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Masi Gran Criterium - road ready

This is a Masi that popped up in my CL last summer at a too good to resist price. Seller told me his brother in law bought it some time around 1980 in San Diego. It came equipped with a mish mash of...
01-12-22, 11:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,275
Posted By SurferRosa

If you don't care about the freewheel and would...

If you don't care about the freewheel and would like to simply scrap it, you can remove its lock ring (usually reverse thread) with a hammer and punch, lift the cluster of cogs off the body, then...
01-09-22, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 867
Posted By Vefer

Velomine is a nice place for wheel sets -...

Velomine is a nice place for wheel sets - especially for decent 27" freewheel stuff - I've bought 2-3 sets of wheels from them and have never touched them since i installed them.

Look at these -...
Replies: 24
Views: 1,533
Posted By wrk101

First rule in replying to a deal on C/L or FB...

First rule in replying to a deal on C/L or FB marketplace: keep your response simple. Don’t ask a bunch of questions or for extra stuff or you could go to the back of the line.
I always go simple;...
01-08-22, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 900
Posted By Kdogbikes

Sold a bike today

Long story…. So I listed a xl sized blue Schwinn continental for sale on marketplace.( finally admitting that I fit a smaller frame bike than the big ones). A guy reaches out asking if I’d ship, I...
01-04-22, 11:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,798
Posted By nlerner

Wasn’t there some Internet drama with Joe Starck...

Wasn’t there some Internet drama with Joe Starck about 15 years ago? He was mean to Dale or some such?
01-02-22, 05:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By Bianchigirll

Nice find! I'd love to have a Sante' kit again. ...

Nice find! I'd love to have a Sante' kit again.

I hate FB marketplace, it's chock a block with online retailers and local shops (even Wish and Amazon!) rather just people selling stuff from the...
01-01-22, 10:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,698
Posted By JacobLee

The builder’s name is John Cutter. Here’s the...

The builder’s name is John Cutter. Here’s the link again to an article about him:

https://cycloculture.blogspot.com/2012/04/john-cutter-and-art-of-utility-bicycle_26.html

From what I...
12-12-21, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,267
Posted By zandoval

No biggy on the upload... Just post 10 times and...

No biggy on the upload... Just post 10 times and your in. Gotta do this to keep the robots at bay. Sounds interesting on the find. Excited about more details... Welcome to the forum.
Replies: 6
Views: 1,096
Posted By Shrevvy

Biemmezeta made frames for Palo Alto. The bottom...

Biemmezeta made frames for Palo Alto. The bottom bracket should have a BMZ on it. If that was local, I would buy it in a heart beat for $200. If it is listed at $375, it is still a deal. If that...
12-10-21, 06:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,832
Posted By Eric F

In those days, trails weren't designed for bikes,...

In those days, trails weren't designed for bikes, and bikes weren't designed for rough terrain, so portaging was a bit more common. That said, it was probably mostly a marketing thing.
12-10-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,072
Posted By shoota

Evaporust

I love it. That is all.
11-22-21, 12:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,423
Posted By delbiker1

Your nearest powder coater.

Your nearest powder coater.
Replies: 44
Views: 3,300
Posted By DMC707

that is Riis back there! Making me wonder, did...

that is Riis back there! Making me wonder, did that guy ever have hair Lol
Replies: 44
Views: 3,300
Posted By T-Mar

Thank-you for posting the photo. Eurocar was the...

Thank-you for posting the photo. Eurocar was the one team that Gaggiolo was associated with, for which I could not determine the bicycle. That would make the frame 1988-1989.
Replies: 8
Views: 791
Posted By Paulnhbtx

pinarello bike stelvio

Picked this up at goodwill. Any input on the value ?
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11-01-21, 05:59 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,468
Posted By nlerner

If it were me, it would be a waste of my time to...

If it were me, it would be a waste of my time to pitch a fit or contact the owner or protest. I'd simply never go there again.
Replies: 4
Views: 1,672
Posted By katsup

The prices of these 750s are all over the place....

The prices of these 750s are all over the place. I've seen them under $100 to over $600.

This one looks clean and original. I'd expect to see it listed at $300 in my market. The 23" is more rare,...
Replies: 6
Views: 868
Posted By Mad Honk

When they were new the going rate was between $79...

When they were new the going rate was between $79 and $100. They didn't make many and the runs of production only lasted about two years. Most of the kids tried to do the color match for all...
09-29-21, 01:31 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,719
Posted By Korina

A Trek Multitrack 730 and above would be a pretty...

A Trek Multitrack 730 and above would be a pretty decent candidate too; it comes with rack mounts and will take wide tires.
02-09-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 15,404
Views: 4,043,457
Posted By xiaoman1

What a great find...Backstory please. :D Best,...

What a great find...Backstory please. :D
Best, Ben
01-14-21, 03:01 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 11,427
Posted By bOsscO

I've really enjoyed 'In Search of Robert Millar'...

I've really enjoyed 'In Search of Robert Millar' and 'A Dog in a Hat' and would recommend.
01-07-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,178
Posted By NatusEstInSuht

Way overpriced! That's a $200 USD frame at the...

Way overpriced! That's a $200 USD frame at the absolute max.

While the frame is in really nice condition, the Classica was nowhere near the top of the Miele food chain. Tange 2 tubing was used on...
01-01-21, 02:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,447
Posted By jjhabbs

Small Snapshot of 1983

I worked at Action Cyclery from 82 to 89. I managed the store starting in 1984. This is a picture of me in 83 right after going to Schwinn SErvice school. Notice how shiny the spokes are on the...
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