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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-27-12, 05:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,206
Posted By CitizenChain

AS IS I would offer $600 a little more.. if the...

AS IS I would offer $600 a little more.. if the FRAME is clean and buy it.
Then.
Option 1. Hang Frame for later Sale with Full Campy 2012 11sp Athena Group Build and Sell for $3000.00
Option 2....
Forum: Northeast
04-27-12, 04:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,861
Posted By CitizenChain

WOW what a Clean shop. Congrats. I followed my...

WOW what a Clean shop. Congrats.
I followed my dream and opened Citizen Chain in 2007.
I really was mostly in Vintage Steel Bikes and Select American Handmade Builders.
You have a great line...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-24-11, 12:56 AM
Replies: 1,042
Views: 705,601
Posted By CitizenChain

My Baby... got it in 1983 paid for from the...

My Baby... got it in 1983 paid for from the lawsuit. I was hit by this... Beeech at "Butchers Corner" in Sunnyvale.

Did 10 Davis Double's and a whole lot of Centuries in the 80's and 90's. Bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-11, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By CitizenChain

YES. YES. I know. IF I had a better picture I...

YES. YES. I know. IF I had a better picture I would put it up here.. However.... this is all there is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-11, 05:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By CitizenChain

Can you id this 1907 bike?

I have but this picture. I am narrowing down what I believe to be the make and model of the bike, however, I would like to see what the Bike Forum gang can come up with.

The facts. Est....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-26-11, 05:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By CitizenChain

ID THIS 1907 BICYCLE... Win a prize!

Ok..
I have but this picture. I am narrowing down what I believe to be the make and model of the bike, however, I would like to see what the Bike Forum gang can come up with.

The facts.
Est....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-11, 04:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,026
Posted By CitizenChain

5 SPEED? Go with NOS SUNTOUR CYCLONE!

So... All NOS SUNTOUR...

1. SUNTOUR CYCLONE “GT” R/D Weight: 189g THIS IS A GREAT RD! In ANY Era. http://www.pedalr.com/items/708

2. SunTour “Pro-Compe” GOLD 5-speed freewheel (14-28)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-26-11, 06:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By CitizenChain

I am going! It will be my 3rd year. New Yorkers...

I am going! It will be my 3rd year. New Yorkers are SO nice it makes me just want to do this ride for the rest of my life! No Really!
So.. should I bring my LHT or a Colnago?.

I still need to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-26-11, 06:01 AM
Replies: 5,484
Views: 1,333,860
Posted By CitizenChain

Orange Chrome 79 Colnago Super. So... is she a...

Orange Chrome 79 Colnago Super. So... is she a beauty? 195089
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-10, 01:55 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,475
Posted By CitizenChain

The Bars? Well actually the "grip" position is...

The Bars? Well actually the "grip" position is the same as if you are riding the brake hoods.
No coldset needed, original was 126, the 130 slides in fine.
Brakes no problem as well as most...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-10, 03:39 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By CitizenChain

Got NOS in the box. MKS Road Pedals w/L Clips and...

Got NOS in the box. MKS Road Pedals w/L Clips and leather straps.
Mint.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-10, 03:16 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,475
Posted By CitizenChain

WANT AUGMENTATION?1979 Colnago Super "RUMMBLER" Augment right here.

Well...
1979 Colnago Super/ Full Eco-Chrome of Frame and Fork. w/CB4 coating.
Colnago / Campy Headset. Campy Carbon Chorus OB 11sp Crankset, Campy Tinanium Seatpost, Selle San MArco Squadra M-HDP...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-09, 03:49 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By CitizenChain

Trek 560 62cm ok?

LIKE PURPLE? :innocent:

Got a nice 560 for ya!
62cm
Original Trek flattop fork with the Trek logo on it.
Original Black Tange headset
BB

I will get the SN so you can date it if you are...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-15-09, 06:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 15,743
Posted By CitizenChain

Better? How so???

Mr. Sanner can you provide information on how YOUR powder-coating is better?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-09, 06:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,179
Posted By CitizenChain

Chrome you say?

Check out my ORANGE Chrome Colnago.
I Hope to offer this as a refurbishment option soon.
We just finished another full bike and I will post that as well.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-09, 02:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,838
Posted By CitizenChain

Check these out. ...

Check these out.

http://www.citizenchain.com/?page_id=415&album=2&gallery=27
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-09, 02:00 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,098,475
Posted By CitizenChain

To Much?

How about this baby.
I am using the original 7spd Phils on Victorys.
I upgraded the stem (Mutant) bars (Sycip Woinderbars) and shifters (Sram X-7's) It shifts Click Click Click.

Of course the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-09, 03:47 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By CitizenChain

How about a 1200 Pro or Aero Miyata?

We have a full, original Miyata 1200, 58cm. about an 82 (it is before all the colors)
I would call it a 8 or 10

Do have an NOS (was built for the floor) 81-82ish 60cm Aero Miyata frameset
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 11:50 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,143,519
Posted By CitizenChain

ALL MINE!!!! Well... not quite!

See my above thread!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 04:28 AM
Replies: 15,455
Views: 4,080,386
Posted By CitizenChain

Part 2. Rosebud found! A great famebuilder's 20 year search

PART 2. ROSEBUD FOUND! A GREAT FAMEBUILDER'S 20 YEAR SEARCH

It was a Wednesday night. Robin Williams stopped by the shop to say hi! I was closed but with the door open he walzed in to check out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 03:52 AM
Replies: 15,455
Views: 4,080,386
Posted By CitizenChain

The masi catch! Pics

Bruised but still Beautiful!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 03:47 AM
Replies: 15,455
Views: 4,080,386
Posted By CitizenChain

Part 1: THE CATCH

:thumb:Part 1: THE CATCH!

THE ORIGINAL AD…. Date: 2008-07-04, 4:02PM PDT

Track Frame - Fixed Gear - $400 (berkeley north / hills)
________________________________________
Reply to:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 03:16 AM
Replies: 15,455
Views: 4,080,386
Posted By CitizenChain

CATCH OF A LIFETIME? You tell me...

I will tell this story in 3 parts.

1. THE CATCH! I will list the original AD. Included will be Not only the AD, but also ALL the REPLYS that where sent to the seller from prospective buyers....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 02:22 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,143,519
Posted By CitizenChain

IT GREEN! re:specialized allez...classic ride for sale - $150

:)Check this out!
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1308244756.html

Hmm. Early Campy build? 80's builds like these tended to happen only to the early 3Rensho Contract builds Mike had shipped...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 01:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 987
Posted By CitizenChain

BUY THE ENTIRE BIKE! BIKE fORUMS PRICE $400...

BUY THE ENTIRE BIKE!
BIKE fORUMS PRICE $400 plus shipping.
www.citizenchain.com (http://www.citizenchain.com)
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-06-09, 03:34 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 282,439
Posted By CitizenChain

One more thing.

As many of you have said, some "flippers" are out to make just a buck and will sell just about anything. Selling an unsafe bike is wrong. I think all here will agree.

In these tough times we find...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-06-09, 03:20 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 282,439
Posted By CitizenChain

One more thing.

As many of you have said, some "flippers" are out to make just a buck and will sell just about anything. Selling an unsafe bike is wrong. I think all here will agree.

In these tough times we find...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-06-09, 02:46 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 282,439
Posted By CitizenChain

HEY! That's OUR business model!

When I first started flipping, about 6 years ago, the "Added Value" was more than the money. I took great satisfaction in finding and fixing a wounded and neglected bicycle and matching it to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-09, 04:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 707
Posted By CitizenChain

Yeah, I thought Giant too. But no.

Yeah, I thought Giant too. But no.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-11-09, 07:23 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 282,439
Posted By CitizenChain

Don't Try this!

1966
• Dad taught me how to fix my own bike at 8 and said never to call and asked to be "picked up" if said bike broke down.
70's
• Grew up in Santa Clara Valley and road my bike everywhere. My...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-09, 05:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 707
Posted By CitizenChain

Please ID make of big "G" bike

Anyone ever come across a lugged Japanese bike, nice lugs actually, with a headbadge logo "G"? Looking for manuf. info, have yet to find anything.

See pic. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-08, 07:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,277
Posted By CitizenChain

Better yet... SLIDE up TO a guy with his new...

Better yet...
SLIDE up TO a guy with his new $5,000 carbon bike and say "Paper or Plastic?"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-08, 11:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,713
Posted By CitizenChain

Last seen by...

The sound of the staples in the cardboard as you pull the top open..
Viewing a classic steel stead not seen since it was packed by an innocent young (Italian, English, Japanese, Martian, etc)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-08, 09:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,713
Posted By CitizenChain

NOS Bicycle. Open or Closed Box?

Question..
An NOS vintage bicycle is for sale on ebay, advertised as still in the original UNOPENED box. It is the LAST of a "lot" and pictures of other bikes of that lot are available.

Would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-08, 02:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,624
Posted By CitizenChain

Goofballs...

You know what..
I just now had the time to check out this recent BS about the Raliegh SC's that where for sale.

Get a grip. The price WENT UP on the bikes because.. THEY SOLD! The bikes WHERE...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-08, 07:42 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,160
Posted By CitizenChain

Yep...

Good pick
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-08, 07:29 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,160
Posted By CitizenChain

Got THAT right!

Now.. there is builder.
Bling.. Bling.. Is nice for a few nights on the town..
Long haul.. give me strong design from a skilled craftsmen..

But then.. 50K on my 25 year old Colnago Mexico...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-08, 05:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,286
Posted By CitizenChain

1981 Miyata Gold Commuter.

Yep. Gotta love the old Miyata's. That find of your dates mine for sure!

Just sold my last NOS 1981 Miyata Gold Commuters to a local customer.
I am keeping 1 that I ride, ring a ding ding, and 1...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-08, 09:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 996
Posted By CitizenChain

Newest Shop.. Citizen Chain in North Beach

Check us out... we will tell you the TRUE story of "ROSEBUD"

AND you will find out where that really great SF Bike Mechanic ended up. You know the one.

Small. Personal. Friendly. And in North...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-08, 07:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,413
Posted By CitizenChain

73 Raleigh Grand Prix Redux.

Cyclone!
Just finished a refurbishment on a 73 Raleigh Grand Prix. It was in great shape but had the original 27 1 1/4 Steel wheels, crankset, Simplex group. Weinnman Centerpulls. Our solution.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-07, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7,742
Views: 584,094
Posted By CitizenChain

MEXICO?? Not a REAL one...

COLNAGO MEXICO "SPECIAL EDITED" That is NO Colnago Mexico from 80-83.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-07, 11:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,958
Posted By CitizenChain

Better than "Living to be served" ...

Better than "Living to be served"

Touche'
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-07, 11:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,958
Posted By CitizenChain

I will!!

OK.. I had not even delved into that! I will have it up later today. I still need to take pics of the Super LeMans, just finsihed that build and going on a spin.

Thanks
Forum: Northern California
06-19-07, 04:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By CitizenChain

Go over to Refried Cycles @ Haight & Webster....

Go over to Refried Cycles @ Haight & Webster. Benji is the owner... he does wheels! A lot better than I do. Had a set of Open Pro's put on my old 8 speed Campy Hubs. Been strong and true for the last...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-07, 04:03 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,958
Posted By CitizenChain

Just a quick note. Now that the BS has blown over...

Just a quick note. Now that the BS has blown over I have had time to sort through the majority of the "288" NOS bicycles I bought. In addition to having a final inventroy of makes AND sizes, I also...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-07, 07:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,503
Posted By CitizenChain

Ok... Frame 1 that I am riding.. N1A3171 ...

Ok... Frame 1 that I am riding.. N1A3171

So... you are saying.. the frames were made in England, sold to Raleigh America, who shipped the frames from the UK to Japan, where the Japanese CM...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-07, 04:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,503
Posted By CitizenChain

YEAH.. Inside joke?

Yeah.. Thats me. North Beach Basement guy...

But the funny thing is.. After FINALLY going thru the pallets. The LARGEST SIZE is the 63cm (25.5 in) Raleigh. And... well my Colnago sizing is @...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-07, 03:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,503
Posted By CitizenChain

SAVE THE 288!! I am on the level.

I am the guy with the Raleighs... 40
Out of a total of 288 bike that I found and bought..

Now first thing... About the Raleigh's. ASK AWAY!!! But I am telling you... These are FROM JAPAN!! MADE...
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