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Old 10-12-17, 02:08 PM
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OK, which of you is selling this?

https://saginaw.craigslist.org/bik/d...332165658.html

Fuji Supreme road bike - $125

12 speed classic in EXCELLENT condition. 19" frame. 30" step over height. New OEM tires. Google BIKE FORUMS and search reviews for this great bike BEFORE you settle for an old Schwinn or some heavy ole thing.
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At least you can read "Mavic":
mtb shamano xt wheels mavic 26inch 8-9sp - $140 (berkeley north / hills)

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Originally Posted by 2cam16
At least you can read "Mavic":
mtb shamano xt wheels mavic 26inch 8-9sp - $140 (berkeley north / hills)

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bop...343462693.html


We are the hub of technology here. I guess not everyone can work the camera on their phone.
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Someone should snatch this up - Jamis didn't make many Bianchis.
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thought this was interesting

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Originally Posted by bike_galpal
thought this was interesting

Like an ambulance, spelled backwards so that it can be read in the mirror?

Looking at the rusted rivets, my guess it has been like that since it was assembled upside-down at the factory.
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At least they admit that they don't really know what a 10-speed, 12-speed, 21-speed, etc means (not that the definition of a 10-speed hasn't also changed over the years).
Bicycle. 2 wheel. Buncha Speeds. $80.
But, I'm still not quite clear on what is for sailing????
FER SAIL (F-HILL)
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Originally Posted by jimmie65
Someone should snatch this up - Jamis didn't make many Bianchis.
https://offerup.com/item/detail/359321974/
I wish there were some better photos of the seat stay and fork crown, and tubing label. Head badge?

It could well be a third brand.

It looks like Jamis introduced the two road bikes, Quest and Eclipse in 1988.

Based on the horizontal dropouts, braze-ons, and I'm not seeing seat tube water bottle bosses...

It could be a late 80's bike. Probably not 90's. Plus, at some point in the 90's, Jamis went to welded frames.

It could well be a unique bike, although it looks like about a 62cm which is pretty big
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Originally Posted by CliffordK
I wish there were some better photos of the seat stay and fork crown, and tubing label. Head badge?

It could well be a third brand.

It looks like Jamis introduced the two road bikes, Quest and Eclipse in 1988.

Based on the horizontal dropouts, braze-ons, and I'm not seeing seat tube water bottle bosses...

It could be a late 80's bike. Probably not 90's. Plus, at some point in the 90's, Jamis went to welded frames.

It could well be a unique bike, although it looks like about a 62cm which is pretty big
Seat stay and fork crown appear to be engraved with a name.
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Originally Posted by CliffordK
I wish there were some better photos of the seat stay and fork crown, and tubing label. Head badge?

It could well be a third brand.

It looks like Jamis introduced the two road bikes, Quest and Eclipse in 1988.

Based on the horizontal dropouts, braze-ons, and I'm not seeing seat tube water bottle bosses...

It could be a late 80's bike. Probably not 90's. Plus, at some point in the 90's, Jamis went to welded frames.

It could well be a unique bike, although it looks like about a 62cm which is pretty big
It's the only bike he has near a reasonable price as well ($100). 90s Giant for $250, a Schwinn Ranger for $150, etc. He's about an hour from me or I might make an offer; been looking for an old road bike to restore. But then I'd have to remove at least 1 set of decals if not both...
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A crashed/trashed Co-Motion. When this was first listed close to a year ago I sent an offer for value of the parts thinking it might be fun to try to rehab the frame and the seller seemed offended. And there it sits.
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Originally Posted by Spaghetti Legs
Co-Motion Bicycle Frame & Campagnolo Parts Used | eBay

A crashed/trashed Co-Motion. When this was first listed close to a year ago I sent an offer for value of the parts thinking it might be fun to try to rehab the frame and the seller seemed offended. And there it sits.
Heavily worn, but I wouldn't call it trashed.

I'm surprised there are no photos of the handlebars or seat.

I think the biggest variable is what is the condition of the rear derailleur and whether the rear derailleur hanger can have the bolt extracted without additional damage.



If that bolt can be easily extracted (vice grips?), then realign the hanger, replace the pivot bolt, two new tires, new bar tape, and a new chain, and the bike could be back on the road for $100.

It is hard to say if the bike is worth $550 + $60 shipping + $100 repairs ($710). Probably not quite, but I wouldn't lowball it. Somewhere around $350 to $400 + shipping might be a reasonable offer.
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I don't see any mention of sudafed or anhydrous ammonia being included

But, lab equipment can be used for a variety of things which are perfectly legal. Or, perhaps making a movie about a mad scientist with various tubes and colored bubbling liquids.
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Originally Posted by thumpism
Creeping ever downward.

Raleigh Grand prix with helmet - $200
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...327866712.html
Now it's becoming even more interesting. Did a flipper get it or has the original seller decided that since it did not sell at rock bottom it's best to ask more again? Who cares? There's a similar thread on a motorcycle site I frequent and the joke ad there is by a guy in California trying to sell a Honda for the last year with about 18 prices changes up and down over a $7000 range (and up and down again) (and again) and he also states he'll trade it for a Mutang. Wonder if this guy would trade for a Mutang?

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Vintage 1983 RALEIGH Grand Prix 14 Speed Road Bike with Up Grades - $325 (Chesterfield, VA 23832)



condition: excellent
make / manufacturer: RALEIGH
model name / number: 1983 Grand Prix SN-3KN1244
size / dimensions: frame 23.5 in/34.5 in.stand over

Vintage 1983 RALEIGH Grand Prix road bike
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Lugged frame 23.5 inch ( 58.75 cm) with 34.5 inch stand over height
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All new cables
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Weight 21 lbs.

This is a beautiful bike. It has been serviced and is in excellent condition.

Serial Number-3KN1244-Very Rare Bike

$325.00 cash. No checks or money orders.

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Well, he's right about one thing......

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"Trex for sale - $350


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I just dont ride it. Im lazy cause i have two motorcycles."
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Trex are for keds.
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Originally Posted by CliffordK
Heavily worn, but I wouldn't call it trashed.

I'm surprised there are no photos of the handlebars or seat.

I think the biggest variable is what is the condition of the rear derailleur and whether the rear derailleur hanger can have the bolt extracted without additional damage.

If that bolt can be easily extracted (vice grips?), then realign the hanger, replace the pivot bolt, two new tires, new bar tape, and a new chain, and the bike could be back on the road for $100.

It is hard to say if the bike is worth $550 + $60 shipping + $100 repairs ($710). Probably not quite, but I wouldn't lowball it. Somewhere around $350 to $400 + shipping might be a reasonable offer.
Yeah, as I typed it, I thought trashed might be too strong a word, but I still think that frame is a gamble as details other than the hanger are scarce, and I'd have to think it was crashed or had some severe misadventure to break the RD off like that.
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Single speed bike with basket,good tires,needs a little cleaning up,ready to ride,$40.

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Nobel Prize-winning red 56cm. bike; $317obo! - $317 (Carrboro Chapel Hill)

The person who buys this might be 5' 8" to 6' 1", have a 30" to 33" inseam, and an appreciation of the best of world literature. This bike is quick, yet comfy, red, and friendly despite it's exalted status as a Nobellist in literature('98). $317, more or less, depending on the level of irritation this little bike-selling adventure engenders. Must sell by 2019 or '20; stupid replies ignored, smart-funny gratefully and promptly responded to...I go riding now!



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Originally Posted by machinist42
Seat stay and fork crown appear to be engraved with a name.
Looks like it says Bianchi. Plus, world champion stripes on the badge on the down tube? Leaning towards Bianchi, not Jamis.
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Strong head winds in that vicinity?

Originally Posted by norcalmike
This was the ad pic from "offerup" At first, I thought it was just this way from storage. Apparently that's how he rode it. I did buy a nice bike for practically nothing though


IMG_20171001_021747_743 by Norcal Mike, on Flickr
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A Coded Ransom Note?

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Original frame and gear shift tech also love the colormatched kickstand
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