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Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 144
Posted By RoadWearier

You are right! Very impressive. Given that...

You are right! Very impressive. Given that fact, should I offer less? Like $500 or is it still worth $650?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 144
Posted By RoadWearier

Should I Pull the Trigger on this 2016 Specialized Roubaix Elite?

Guy wants $650. I know bicycle blue book isnt that accurate but they value at $350-360. The discrepancy worries me. It's a 56cm so should fit.

​​​​​​Anyone have one. Is the geometry pretty relaxed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah I've now blocked him. He likes to argue...

Yeah I've now blocked him. He likes to argue about everything and will never admit to being wrong and always has to have the last word. He must be so much fun at dinner parties. Feel free to PM me...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks for asking. The guy must be really busy. ...

Thanks for asking. The guy must be really busy. I ask for a time and place and get crickets for a day then he'll give a vague response. Then I'll answer, and then crickets. So I gave up and found...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Yup you are now on it. Thanks for the suggestion!

Yup you are now on it. Thanks for the suggestion!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Boy for a peace loving vegan you sure like to...

Boy for a peace loving vegan you sure like to argue a lot. How about not answering any of my posts from now on?
Trust me your opinion is not needed or wanted.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Right. That is pretty obvious. I was just curious...

Right. That is pretty obvious. I was just curious as to how many people at bike forums have found that bikes supposedly "too small" by the charts reckoning found themselves happy ultimately with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah me too. You would think maybe they would...

Yeah me too. You would think maybe they would make Large slightly smaller or medium slightly larger since most men in the bike market probably fall between 5'7 and 5'11.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

You are totally missing the point. I'm asking if...

You are totally missing the point. I'm asking if anyone owns a bike that is smaller than the sizing charts would indicate they should have AND it is comfortable for them. I'm not asking if somebody...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 530
Posted By RoadWearier

Anyone else Have a Bike Smaller Than They Are "Supposed" to Ride

Met up with a guy selling me a Specialized Sirrus Sport for $120. When we met up, I guess there was a miscommunication because I'm sure he said it was 19 inches/Large but clearly it's Medium. Even...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 270
Posted By RoadWearier

Only thing I'm wondering is how aggressive the...

Only thing I'm wondering is how aggressive the position is on the bike. I guess they are essentially more sport/race oriented? The stem to seat tube length seems long. Also is the stem a quill...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 270
Posted By RoadWearier

If buying selling bikes a lot means "flip" to you...

If buying selling bikes a lot means "flip" to you then so be it. To me that means buying bikes fixing them up solely to make a profit. That's not me. I ride them and when I tire of them, I sell...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 270
Posted By RoadWearier

I like all different types of bikes. I find it...

I like all different types of bikes. I find it interesting that people always seem to have a "THE Bike" in their heads when they are buying. I ride on the road but I also ride on the "street" if...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 270
Posted By RoadWearier

Any Thoughts on a 1992 Specialized Epic? Any Owners Want to Review?

Ok so this one is for $135. Includes everything in the ad.
Seems like a better deal than the Motobecane. At least for me. The seller of the Motobecane is very hard to communicate with and keeps...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-28-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,011
Posted By RoadWearier

I agree. Although people in my neck of the woods...

I agree. Although people in my neck of the woods think anything old is "vintage" and therefore worth $250. I Found a Giant Sedona with a rack for $100. Assuming my size and in pretty good shape I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

You assume stolen? I assume usual ignorance...

You assume stolen? I assume usual ignorance about bikes. I find most people still think bikes are sized based on wheel diameter. Which, I guess in the case of Wally world bikes they are
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

It was missing much more than that:lol:

It was missing much more than that:lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

I've bought and many bikes as well. The bike...

I've bought and many bikes as well. The bike looked ok to me in pictures but unfortunately completely packed out derailleurs are unfortunately something you have to discover in person. Same with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-25-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 491
Posted By RoadWearier

Well I'm meeting tomorrow. Hopefully it won't be...

Well I'm meeting tomorrow. Hopefully it won't be a dud.
I figure I can rev up the eBay account and net $100 on the accessories if I dont need them. Probably would sell the light and maybe the Seat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

Thank you all! Great points! I drove 50 miles and...

Thank you all! Great points! I drove 50 miles and over 3 hours (Memorial Day Traffic, yay!) to go to Benton (cue the banjos) TN to look at the Specialized Sirrus.....

I should have said...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

I like those bars. How wide are they? I always...

I like those bars. How wide are they? I always wanted back swept bars but I don't want cruiser bars
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

These are all good points to an admittedly vague...

These are all good points to an admittedly vague and wonky question. And I appreciate keeping the discussion civil and non-hateful. Truthfully buying both bikes would still cost less than a used...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

Lol...unfortunately Ive learned some of that the...

Lol...unfortunately Ive learned some of that the hard way!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah the parts probably could be sold but it...

Yeah the parts probably could be sold but it would take a while and I refuse to sell on eBay anymore. It's the worst.

I really can't offer the guy $150 since I already told him I'd take it for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

That's kind of where I'm headed. I actually...

That's kind of where I'm headed. I actually posted about the Motobecane earlier and didn't get many answers initially but now I see others did answer. Seems pretty favorable.

I'm pretty confident...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,022
Posted By RoadWearier

Trying to Decide Between Two Very Different Bikes

I have an opportunity to get a 1979 Grand Jubile Touring with original light, front and rear racks and pump plus a Brooks Seat for $180 that was probably owned by an enthusiast.
OR a 2019...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-25-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,011
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks for the Advice! I test ride it and found...

Thanks for the Advice! I test ride it and found it kind of uninspiring. I just sold a 2008ish Trek FX 7.3 so maybe that's why. I guess I just didn't feel the magic. Plus the brakes were more for...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 187
Posted By RoadWearier

Any Specialized Sirrus 1.0 Owners?

I have an opportunity to buy a 2019 Specialized Sirrus for $125. Supposedly is 100% but will need a "tune-up" whatever that means. I'm told despite that, it is in rideable condition as is. Seems...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,449
Posted By RoadWearier

I like this thread although I agree with an...

I like this thread although I agree with an earlier poster that you have posted exactly two times and both times you are asking about crashing. If you are that frightened,.maybe a bike isn't for you....
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-25-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RoadWearier

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1079x1135/screenshot_20240525_075246_28a6835025cc7d2924d4b8ba78a851ed04802732.png...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-25-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RoadWearier

Aventon Solterra.2 for $1000?

This new from a dealer locally I'm not familiar with. Would this be a good deal? Seems like a decent brand, better than the throwaway bikes....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 573
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks! That makes more sense! Sounds like...

Thanks! That makes more sense!

Sounds like I'll have to put $130 into it to make it safe to ride though. That's more than I wanted. Maybe I should just get a Kilo TT (or should I get the Pro...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 573
Posted By RoadWearier

Wait...you mean for the front...brake hole on the...

Wait...you mean for the front...brake hole on the crown to center rim, right?

THEN..Brake hole in rear on the seat stay to center REAR rim, correct?

I just tallied that up....over $50 per...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 959
Posted By RoadWearier

My uphill is a busy two lane road with a 35 mph...

My uphill is a busy two lane road with a 35 mph speed limit that cars typically do 50-55mph. Zig zagging even a little bit to get up a steep hill is not good for your health
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 573
Posted By RoadWearier

Duplicate Thread Please Delete

Buying a Windsor "the Hour" track bike to try a fixie. But it has no brakes and I'm not ok with that. So I'm looking for brake suggestions. I'm only.paying $100 for the bike so don't need $100 brakes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 573
Posted By RoadWearier

Need Brake Suggestions for a Track Bike Fixie and Toe Clip or pedal Suggestions

Buying a Windsor "the Hour" track bike to try a fixie. But it has no brakes and I'm not ok with that. So I'm looking for brake suggestions. I'm only.paying $100 for the bike so don't need $100...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 573
Posted By RoadWearier

Buying a Windsor The Hour Today. Need Brake suggestions! And toe straps suggestions

Going to try the fixie life. Found a Windsor the Hour (what a name!) for $100. Currently set up with no brakes. I will ride it around the neighborhood as is but I will Def want to put a front brake...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 491
Posted By RoadWearier

Cool! Plus I've always wanted to have a Brooks...

Cool! Plus I've always wanted to have a Brooks Saddle to see if it's worth the fuss
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 491
Posted By RoadWearier

1978 Motobecane Jubilee, Worth it? Any Owners Want to Review it?

Is $225 a fair price for this assuming it fits?
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1072x807/screenshot_20240522_170223_32bc490e5ecbdfa9786b39d8437f7d62dbc98772.png

Seems like a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By RoadWearier

Well I went and saw it. First thing the guy says...

Well I went and saw it. First thing the guy says is that "the brake pads may need replacing". They definitely looked old. Tires weren't too bad. Just dirty. But the rear wheel was slightly out of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-22-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 294
Posted By RoadWearier

Here are some stats if you don't want to look at...

Here are some stats if you don't want to look at the link. Also I'm 5'10...is it too small? I know ebikes aren't as size sensitive as regular bikes.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-22-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 294
Posted By RoadWearier

Any thoughts on This Pedego City Commuter?

I'd like a bike to replace my car as much as possible. This one is available near me for $2000. There is a dealer here in Chattanooga.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By RoadWearier

I know downtube shifters are more popular but I...

I know downtube shifters are more popular but I never understood why. The only reason is people think they will be impaled on them on the stem. But really, does that happen? I spend much more time...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 324
Posted By RoadWearier

Nice job cleaning it! I'm assuming the bearings...

Nice job cleaning it! I'm assuming the bearings haven't been regreased, cables are the old cables, etc? Maybe someone would give you $140-150 just because it's shiny! It would be nice if you could...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 324
Posted By RoadWearier

Pictures would help. Schwinn Varsity isn't a real...

Pictures would help. Schwinn Varsity isn't a real rare model. There are many. They weigh around 40lbs with the accessories and quite frankly aren't fun to ride. Plus I've noticed the bike market has...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-16-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 442
Posted By RoadWearier

​​​​​Yeah. 1980 seems a questionable year for...

​​​​​Yeah. 1980 seems a questionable year for Peugeot. I guess there's an issue of "swiss threading" vs "French" vs others. Seems like fixing this bike might be problematic down the road if I were...
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