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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-20, 08:25 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I guess "Titanium" is not used as a descriptive...

I guess "Titanium" is not used as a descriptive term, not any more than "Murray" would mean the bike is made out of a guy named Murray.

Meanwhile, testosterone levels in American men continue to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-20, 10:09 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I wonder if he has a second saddle that's "almost...

I wonder if he has a second saddle that's "almost as nice"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-20, 10:39 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

It really ought to come with a free TV, for that...

It really ought to come with a free TV, for that price. :lol:

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/glendale-vintage-raleigh-road-bike/7227592734.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-20, 05:57 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

But even the big names like Schwinn and Raleigh...

But even the big names like Schwinn and Raleigh have done the same thing. Exhibit "A":

https://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_lOc0AfMDZEK_0jm0ew_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 09:19 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Tomimaso road bike, 53cm, good shape! -...

Tomimaso road bike, 53cm, good shape! - $400https://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_5PckIxmeIgP_0jm0ew_1200x900.jpg

https://slo.craigslist.org/bik/d/pismo-beach-tomimaso-road-bike-53cm/7225084520.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-20, 06:11 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

It's always interesting to see the tortured seat...

It's always interesting to see the tortured seat and handlebar positions the previous owner experimented with, before finally getting frustrated and deciding to sell the damned thing. No wonder they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-20, 04:19 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

It's similar in concept to a Cannondale "lefty"...

It's similar in concept to a Cannondale "lefty" fork. Someone should patent this idea, quick!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Huffy Ironman Triathlon Pro Titanium Boron Steel...

Huffy Ironman Triathlon Pro Titanium Boron Steel 26" Mountain Bike - $85 (Folsom) https://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_aT7bUieNVAy_0NO0NO_1200x900.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-20, 01:45 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I think "PEDAL assisted" would be more accurate....

I think "PEDAL assisted" would be more accurate. Besides, why pedal at all, especially if no one can see your legs? There's no one to impress, it's strictly "the honor system" in that regard.

I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-20, 06:07 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

One of a Kind Bicycle (clovis)...

One of a Kind Bicycle (clovis) https://images.craigslist.org/01616_fGUwA2gJmp7_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg

Bicycle??? Where are the pedals? Oh, it's electric. So it's more a "car" than a "bike". Welcome...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-20, 06:01 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

According the Lance Armstrong, "It's Not About...

According the Lance Armstrong, "It's Not About The Bike", so there's that. :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I dunno, maybe my definition of "wacky" is a bit...

I dunno, maybe my definition of "wacky" is a bit skewed, but here is something you definitely do not see every day. A Colnago, but with STEM SHIFTERS. And Turkey Levers. And it looks like it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I'm grateful no pro team ever rode those, they'd...

I'm grateful no pro team ever rode those, they'd all have to sport beards, robes, and sandals (not very aero).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-20, 12:12 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrhMhOlzry0 ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrhMhOlzry0

Maybe they had like 8 flats in a row, like I did the other day. That'll make me throw down pretty much any bike, by the time I finally get home.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-20, 03:51 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Bicycle - $300...

Bicycle - $300 (Fresno)https://fresno.craigslist.org/bik/d/fresno-bicycle/7209361649.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01515_4WehsdsEAHo_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg

I've heard of Covid pricing, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 09:20 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

SCHWINN PHANTOM 100TH ANNIVERSARY BAR STOOLS VERY...

SCHWINN PHANTOM 100TH ANNIVERSARY BAR STOOLS VERY RARE - $3,000 (ESCONDIDO) https://images.craigslist.org/00303_csr6KjE8qbi_1200x900.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-20, 06:02 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

No animals were harmed in the making of this...

No animals were harmed in the making of this artificial deer head rack:

https://images.craigslist.org/01515_f4fbhU5ORHV_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I think the frame's designers used up all their...

I think the frame's designers used up all their creativity on the rear triangle, and so by the time they got to the front end, they just said, "It's late, just put a straight fork on it and call it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-20, 02:54 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Nishiki Alien Mountain Bike - $400 (North Fresno)...

Nishiki Alien Mountain Bike - $400 (North Fresno) I always thought these things were pretty wild and wacky, and I really doubt anyone is seriously looking for one so the “Are You Looking For One of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

"The Pirate" seat, only $350! ...

"The Pirate" seat, only $350!

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bop/d/los-angeles-vintage-selle-italia-flite/7193820558.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00v0v_8s9P5uZ6V3W_1200x900.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-20, 07:31 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

"NEVER TRUST A CRAIGSLIST SELLER'S ESTIMATED...

"NEVER TRUST A CRAIGSLIST SELLER'S ESTIMATED FRAME SIZE"


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1115x836/lemond2_509595fbbc5b3bc398f95e6f1772f2fbef0420ae.png

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Wow, it would take King Arthur to pull that thing...

Wow, it would take King Arthur to pull that thing out, at this point.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-20, 06:11 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Another cheesecake CL ad, I hope she gets her...

Another cheesecake CL ad, I hope she gets her $34,000 or whatever she's axing. What are these people thinking, putting up an ad like this? Would not.Evil Insurgent (medium) -...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-20, 07:42 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

As a buyer, I won't agree to meet without a firm...

As a buyer, I won't agree to meet without a firm price. I don't know why a seller would, unless they were desperate and willing to entertain $20 lowball offers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

In fairness to the seller here, it's considered...

In fairness to the seller here, it's considered bad form to haggle on price when you're not face-to-face with the bike sitting in front of you. FWIW.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-20, 07:06 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Nah, I think in general you're right. There are a...

Nah, I think in general you're right. There are a lot of lazy cheapskates out there who will make you work really hard, just for a so-so deal. But to every rule, there is an exception.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-20, 06:52 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

There are simply a lot of unmotivated or...

There are simply a lot of unmotivated or semi-motivated sellers out there. It's a pain to deal with as a buyer, like when I had a seller that refused to provide decent pics even via email. Went over...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-20, 03:26 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

From the looks of it, The Jerky Boys must be...

From the looks of it, The Jerky Boys must be calling these bike buyers, pretending to be interested in the ad and pulling their chains instead. That would explain why these sellers are all so edgy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Dream of some day setting a world hour record?...

Dream of some day setting a world hour record? Well, here ya go, come up with 325 smackers, a skin suit and a velodrome, and you're all set. Your welcome.1986 Nishiki LINEAR Pursuit/Time Trial frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 05:35 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Excellent photography, this shot belongs in a...

Excellent photography, this shot belongs in a coffee table book. Bike belongs in a land fill, sadly. And what's with the heart-shaped pedals? May as well train girls early to do this sort of thing???...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

It's probably one of those Colnago CAD VII's :D

It's probably one of those Colnago CAD VII's :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Who's Gary Larson? Is he that "Dream Weaver"...

Who's Gary Larson? Is he that "Dream Weaver" fellah? Yeah, he's pretty good. ;)

Pic assist:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-20, 05:48 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Remember when bicycle frames consisted of just a...

Remember when bicycle frames consisted of just a beam of metal? Not a big fan, glad that fad passed.KLEIN MANTRA COMP MOUNTAIN BIKE - $900 (Fresno, Clovis) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1028x858/ebike_d3549f30e22304ae4c9f3439943fffd7d2606b99.png
Bought it originally from where now? I still don't know if I'm down with this whole...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Yeah, those Heaven's Gate garage sales can be...

Yeah, those Heaven's Gate garage sales can be pretty good sometimes. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-20, 09:36 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I am speechless, the description doesn't remotely...

I am speechless, the description doesn't remotely resemble the photos. And I don't think "Tour de France" is spelled "THRILL". And an MTB is not a "racer". But heck, it's only $800

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x600/pacino_f5ab7ae2326b1757905be552d39ec2fcadcee16c.jpg

Looks like a twist on the classic "Scarface" road to success in America. First you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-20, 01:57 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Wow, I've heard of dogs getting "stuck together"...

Wow, I've heard of dogs getting "stuck together" during The Act, but never two bikes. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-20, 06:34 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Bar ends on this sad little bike look like arms...

Bar ends on this sad little bike look like arms throwing themselves up in frustration. "What do you want from me?"
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-19, 07:10 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Seems ridiculous to exclude something that...

Seems ridiculous to exclude something that actually was built pre-1987, for aesthetic reasons, but allow something built last year, if it merely "looks old". If that's not blatant hypocrisy, I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-19, 06:02 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Kinda sticks in my craw as well, plus the fact...

Kinda sticks in my craw as well, plus the fact that pre-'87 Cannondales are excluded outright because ... they're far too common, but "rarer" aluminum bikes built by Alan and Vitus are.





To...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-19, 06:51 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/356x270/member_a7f83c155a16c4ac8ab6b5bd72b94baea13473c3.gif
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Sloppy medical tape with sloppy gold paint?

Sloppy medical tape with sloppy gold paint?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-19, 07:24 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

"The rug really ties the room together."

"The rug really ties the room together."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-19, 04:25 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Yeah, following most vehicle laws is considered...

Yeah, following most vehicle laws is considered "optional" these days, especially in California. But people still fear being sued ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-19, 05:38 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/san-jose-hi...

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/san-jose-high-power-electric-bicycle/6990896963.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_gxtMCet6OfW_600x450.jpg

Pretty much speaks for itself.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-19, 06:18 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

"Buy low, sell high." :D

"Buy low, sell high." :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-19, 03:48 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Ancient Chinese Secret.

Ancient Chinese Secret.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

I dunno. I own a BMC, and I'm as puzzled as you...

I dunno. I own a BMC, and I'm as puzzled as you are. It looks to be welded aluminum, but I never heard of BMC making any aluminum bikes. And the "Road Racer" decal is ridiculously large.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-19, 07:14 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,576
Posted By Lemond1985

Wow! A BMC that could easily pass for a GMC....

Wow! A BMC that could easily pass for a GMC. Decked out with Dura Ace? What gives? :foo:

Only $950, in any event.
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