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05-11-10, 09:40 AM
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This isn't C, or V. The ad title piqued my curiosity.
https://harrisburg.craigslist.org/bik/1734880662.html
https://harrisburg.craigslist.org/bik/1734880662.html
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05-11-10, 10:07 AM
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dont you hate it when people dont use punctuation yeah that really gets me why is it that people do that oh ill never understand it
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05-11-10, 10:22 AM
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Buh'wah?!
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ORWHENPEOPLEFORGETTOUSESPACESANDPUNCTIONANDALSOHITTHEBILLMAYSBUTTONTHATSGREATTOO
-Gene-
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05-11-10, 11:16 AM
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Ride heavy metal.
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This is absolutely priceless:
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/bik/1735433546.html
TACTICAL MOUNTAIN BIKE - HUMMER SUSPENSION - FOLDS COMPACT - MILITARY - $550 (Scottsdale and Thunderbird)
An excerpt from the rather lengthy ad:
"The bike has a patented folding system that was developed to allow Paratroopers an easy exit from military aircraft with a full size mountain bike. Once on the ground, the bike can unfold and traverse terrain silently at high speeds, with no thermal or acoustic radar signature. The bike also is used in conjunction with LAV's (Light Armored Vehicles) and HMMWV's as backup transportation and to facilitate battlefield reporting...
[...]
* Patented folding technology means you can't get this design anywhere else
* No tools are required to fold and unfold the bicycle. The HUMMER Tactical Mountain Bike can be folded to a 3’x3’x1’ size in a matter of seconds by unlocking just one quick release lever.
* Strong as a tank, light as a day pack, the HUMMER Tactical Mountain Bike is a 24-speed mountain bike originally designed as ground mobility for the US Marines."
I've always wanted a bike that was imperceptible to radar!!
Seller says the bike was originally $2500, and is trying to make it sound like a steal at $500. Hilarious.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/bik/1735433546.html
TACTICAL MOUNTAIN BIKE - HUMMER SUSPENSION - FOLDS COMPACT - MILITARY - $550 (Scottsdale and Thunderbird)
An excerpt from the rather lengthy ad:
"The bike has a patented folding system that was developed to allow Paratroopers an easy exit from military aircraft with a full size mountain bike. Once on the ground, the bike can unfold and traverse terrain silently at high speeds, with no thermal or acoustic radar signature. The bike also is used in conjunction with LAV's (Light Armored Vehicles) and HMMWV's as backup transportation and to facilitate battlefield reporting...
[...]
* Patented folding technology means you can't get this design anywhere else
* No tools are required to fold and unfold the bicycle. The HUMMER Tactical Mountain Bike can be folded to a 3’x3’x1’ size in a matter of seconds by unlocking just one quick release lever.
* Strong as a tank, light as a day pack, the HUMMER Tactical Mountain Bike is a 24-speed mountain bike originally designed as ground mobility for the US Marines."
I've always wanted a bike that was imperceptible to radar!!
Seller says the bike was originally $2500, and is trying to make it sound like a steal at $500. Hilarious.
05-11-10, 11:23 AM
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how about a $5000 fixxie
Custom Fixie Complete - $5000 (san jose west)
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1734880999.html
Custom Fixie Complete - $5000 (san jose west)
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1734880999.html
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05-11-10, 12:08 PM
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I was going to post one that ended up being pulled, Raleigh, NC CL.
"Black Diamond road bike, aluminum, Shimano, very light, very fast, $375" It's been listed for 4-5 months, price drop from $430. The photos actuallly show his car's license plate number, too.
I sent him a note, advising of "Diamondback Momentum," steel frame, 2x7 Exage, and gave tips that help sell for a good price, like accurate and thorough data. I didn't give him any value, figuring his asking price is his, not mine to determine. I want him to get as much as possible.
His response: "Kill yourself." Quite a different verb than I anticipated, so I posted it to a Re: to his post and included the bike's info, plus a market value of $150-$200. Long story short, people jumped in, names got called, and the consensus seemed to peak at $100 value. CL pulled his ad and the ensuing chaotic chain of Re: Re: Re: He has only sent one email since, offering up several degrading acts demanding contortions I am incapable of at this advanced age, and promised to "relist every week, ha ha."
It could be the beginning of a long and fun relationship. CL rage.
"Black Diamond road bike, aluminum, Shimano, very light, very fast, $375" It's been listed for 4-5 months, price drop from $430. The photos actuallly show his car's license plate number, too.
I sent him a note, advising of "Diamondback Momentum," steel frame, 2x7 Exage, and gave tips that help sell for a good price, like accurate and thorough data. I didn't give him any value, figuring his asking price is his, not mine to determine. I want him to get as much as possible.
His response: "Kill yourself." Quite a different verb than I anticipated, so I posted it to a Re: to his post and included the bike's info, plus a market value of $150-$200. Long story short, people jumped in, names got called, and the consensus seemed to peak at $100 value. CL pulled his ad and the ensuing chaotic chain of Re: Re: Re: He has only sent one email since, offering up several degrading acts demanding contortions I am incapable of at this advanced age, and promised to "relist every week, ha ha."
It could be the beginning of a long and fun relationship. CL rage.
05-11-10, 12:23 PM
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I guess it could be a scooter...
https://allentown.craigslist.org/bik/1735547652.html
pedal bike brand new - $50 (easton pa)
i have a brand new pedal bike that is for sale i am asking 50 for it i paid 150 for it if interested contact marc 484 xxx xxxx or 610 xxx xxxx
https://allentown.craigslist.org/bik/1735547652.html
pedal bike brand new - $50 (easton pa)
i have a brand new pedal bike that is for sale i am asking 50 for it i paid 150 for it if interested contact marc 484 xxx xxxx or 610 xxx xxxx
05-11-10, 02:33 PM
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I kinda want to check it out.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/1735468145.html
That's right! You can have yourself a bona-fide bicycle-playing-cellos-contraption!
Created for an art exhibition that closed last February. Truly one of a kind!
+In working condition
+You pick up and haul. Or ride it away if you like, I don't care just wear your f*ing helmet...
+Goes to highest bidder
https://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/1735468145.html
That's right! You can have yourself a bona-fide bicycle-playing-cellos-contraption!
Created for an art exhibition that closed last February. Truly one of a kind!
+In working condition
+You pick up and haul. Or ride it away if you like, I don't care just wear your f*ing helmet...
+Goes to highest bidder
05-11-10, 08:10 PM
#2437
Uber Goober
I don't know if this should go somewhere else, but with the odd bends in the downtube and seat stays, I wonder if this is right. No seat tube??? Is it some kind of kids bike?
https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/bik/1727778185.html
Old Bike - $75 (Elgin)
Date: 2010-05-06, 2:10PM CDT
Reply to: sale-sm2hp-1727778185@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
This old bike is very very old, yet rides great !
https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/bik/1727778185.html
Old Bike - $75 (Elgin)
Date: 2010-05-06, 2:10PM CDT
Reply to: sale-sm2hp-1727778185@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
This old bike is very very old, yet rides great !
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05-11-10, 11:45 PM
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I was looking for a seatpost and... found this awesome deal!!!
SUNTOUR XC PRO MTB SEATPOST 26.6mm- 300mm LONG
Item condition:New
Price:US $85.00Approximately C $87.41
https://cgi.ebay.ca/SUNTOUR-XC-PRO-MT...item45f12bd920
Oh my god, theres actually idiots out there paying that much for SUNTOUR PRO?? Someone bought seatposts off this guy for 89$ wow... I am in the wrong business.
And here is one for....150!!!!!!!!!!
https://cgi.ebay.ca/NOS-Suntour-XC-PR...item4839ca35ce
SUNTOUR XC PRO MTB SEATPOST 26.6mm- 300mm LONG
Item condition:New
Price:US $85.00Approximately C $87.41
https://cgi.ebay.ca/SUNTOUR-XC-PRO-MT...item45f12bd920
Oh my god, theres actually idiots out there paying that much for SUNTOUR PRO?? Someone bought seatposts off this guy for 89$ wow... I am in the wrong business.
And here is one for....150!!!!!!!!!!
https://cgi.ebay.ca/NOS-Suntour-XC-PR...item4839ca35ce
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05-12-10, 07:20 PM
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Still have no idea what this person is selling:
https://allentown.craigslist.org/bik/1735976759.html
Bycycles - $200 (Easton)
Selling 2 Trex multitrack bicycles 4" 35.5cm Rst ct com 105. selling for $200 a pieces,in very good condition.
https://allentown.craigslist.org/bik/1735976759.html
Bycycles - $200 (Easton)
Selling 2 Trex multitrack bicycles 4" 35.5cm Rst ct com 105. selling for $200 a pieces,in very good condition.
05-13-10, 11:00 AM
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Then there's this, a six speed 16T freewheel. Someone has too much time on his hands.
05-13-10, 01:20 PM
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“When man invented the bicycle he reached the peak of his attainments.” — Elizabeth West, US author
Please email me rather than PM'ing me. Thanks.
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New York City and High Falls, NY
Blogs: The Experienced Cyclist; noglider's ride blog
“When man invented the bicycle he reached the peak of his attainments.” — Elizabeth West, US author
Please email me rather than PM'ing me. Thanks.
05-13-10, 03:11 PM
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That straight block looks like the beginnings of a good prank, assuming anyone riding a straight block would let you have any alone time with their bike.
This one made me chuckle.
World's oldest Bike-Made in Belgium - $35 (Bethel Park)
This one made me chuckle.
World's oldest Bike-Made in Belgium - $35 (Bethel Park)
OK, so maybe its a 70's vintage, but still old, and everything works like it should, except it needs tires, these are dry rotted...
TRAK is the brand. Large, ten speed.
Thanks for looking
TRAK is the brand. Large, ten speed.
Thanks for looking
05-14-10, 07:10 AM
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Zeus made it even easier:
05-14-10, 10:42 AM
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Buh'wah?!
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Then there's this, a six speed 16T freewheel. Someone has too much time on his hands.
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05-14-10, 09:11 PM
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Didn't expect to see this when I saw Olmo...
Olmo Bicycle (Dormont)
Olmo Bicycle (Dormont)
Make me a reasonable offer.
Email or text me 412 583 4904 NO CALLS please
Email or text me 412 583 4904 NO CALLS please
05-14-10, 11:32 PM
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Selling point: has 8 large dents but no punctures
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/bik/1741492495.html
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/bik/1741492495.html
05-15-10, 05:10 AM
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Selling point: has 8 large dents but no punctures
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/bik/1741492495.html
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/bik/1741492495.html
05-17-10, 12:20 PM
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I saw this for sale in Wal*Mart last night.
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05-17-10, 01:18 PM
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Raggedy Ass Singlespeed - $75 (Raleigh)
Date: 2010-05-16, 2:13PM EDT
Reply to: sale-adrke-1743795909@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Singlespeed bike made from a melange of random kit out of the spares pile. Very simple to operate - has 2 modes: Go and Stop.
Features VERY Chic gen-u-ine homemade chain tensioner as well (actually it's just a repurposed derailleur - hooray for recycling).
What this bike is:
Purple.
Ugly (but then again, eye of the beholder)
Single speed.
Functional. Aside from the random and/or unknown origins of the parts, it has been assembled with care by a knowledgeable bike mechanic.
Relatively theft-proof. Seriously, if you were a thief, would YOU steal it?
Actually reliable and low maintenance as well (all things considered).
What this bike is not:
Expensive.
Pretty.
Cool. Sorry all you tragically hip out there, the hipster crowd will most likely shun you at the coffee shop if you show up on this.
A Fixie. Again, sorry you hipsters, the rear wheel has a freewheel. If you want it fixed, then you will have to buy the cog yourself and thread it on.
Besides, fixies aren't REALLY cool unless you make it out of an old Schwinn you paid waaaay too much for.
All original.
Guaranteed in any way.
What this bike has:
Functioning (although old) brakes
New cables
Relatively true wheels.
A seat.
Pedals.
Cromoly frame.
Tires that, well, kinda suck. but they hold air and are round (mostly).
An aura of trashyness that, while not exactly cool, is at least approaching the outskirts of the neighborhood of cool.
Seriously though, If you want a cheap bike for toolin' around, or you are curious about single speeding, then maybe this thing is for you.
Asking $75 but if you show up with a 12-pack of Yuengling you may be able to talk me down to $60 (but only if it's cold). PBR will work too - but that s**t's so cheap you will need a case.
Date: 2010-05-16, 2:13PM EDT
Reply to: sale-adrke-1743795909@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Singlespeed bike made from a melange of random kit out of the spares pile. Very simple to operate - has 2 modes: Go and Stop.
Features VERY Chic gen-u-ine homemade chain tensioner as well (actually it's just a repurposed derailleur - hooray for recycling).
What this bike is:
Purple.
Ugly (but then again, eye of the beholder)
Single speed.
Functional. Aside from the random and/or unknown origins of the parts, it has been assembled with care by a knowledgeable bike mechanic.
Relatively theft-proof. Seriously, if you were a thief, would YOU steal it?
Actually reliable and low maintenance as well (all things considered).
What this bike is not:
Expensive.
Pretty.
Cool. Sorry all you tragically hip out there, the hipster crowd will most likely shun you at the coffee shop if you show up on this.
A Fixie. Again, sorry you hipsters, the rear wheel has a freewheel. If you want it fixed, then you will have to buy the cog yourself and thread it on.
Besides, fixies aren't REALLY cool unless you make it out of an old Schwinn you paid waaaay too much for.
All original.
Guaranteed in any way.
What this bike has:
Functioning (although old) brakes
New cables
Relatively true wheels.
A seat.
Pedals.
Cromoly frame.
Tires that, well, kinda suck. but they hold air and are round (mostly).
An aura of trashyness that, while not exactly cool, is at least approaching the outskirts of the neighborhood of cool.
Seriously though, If you want a cheap bike for toolin' around, or you are curious about single speeding, then maybe this thing is for you.
Asking $75 but if you show up with a 12-pack of Yuengling you may be able to talk me down to $60 (but only if it's cold). PBR will work too - but that s**t's so cheap you will need a case.
05-17-10, 11:43 PM
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Not a usual source of material for this thread, but there's an awfully pricey wheel on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Handspun-Sport...160729&sr=1-71
https://www.amazon.com/Handspun-Sport...160729&sr=1-71