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https://boston.craigslist.org/sob/bi...627162341.html
Custom bike - $30
upsidedown bike has not been used in a long time will need to cleaned up
Around the turn of the century, there was a local "group" called SCAB - Skids Creating Apocalytic Bicycles - here, that would cobble together freak bikes like these. Local dude made a documentary about them back in the day - Prolefeed Studios Video Catalog: Pedalphiles .
07-06-18, 01:10 PM
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
07-06-18, 01:36 PM
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AAAAAAAIIIGH!!!! It's the return of the Godzilla Takara!
...and he's asking almost $300 for it.
Maybe not wacky in the conventional sense. But there's a history.
...and he's asking almost $300 for it.
Maybe not wacky in the conventional sense. But there's a history.
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
07-08-18, 02:31 PM
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Hell on earth pivotal seat
Hell on earth pivotal seat - $10 (Appleton)
I have a hell on earth pivotal seat. No post. But seat is in perfect condition. $10
https://appleton.craigslist.org/bop/...619061387.html
I have a hell on earth pivotal seat. No post. But seat is in perfect condition. $10
https://appleton.craigslist.org/bop/...619061387.html
07-09-18, 09:16 AM
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Yes, it's vintage, and yes, it's in the "Bikes" section of the local CL. But by what stretch of the imagination is this a "bike"?
Extra dork points for the fairing.
Extra wacky points for vertical photos of a horizontal subject.
Extra stoopid points for spending money on tires for a death-trap machine that was, quite appropriately, banned for manufacture/sale back in the day, let alone trying to sell it.
https://madison.craigslist.org/pho/d...632904697.html
This machine runs great. Semi auto 5 speed chain and sprocket rear. Has new rear tires, plastic in decent shape and comes with a heavy duty rear rack.
Extra dork points for the fairing.
Extra wacky points for vertical photos of a horizontal subject.
Extra stoopid points for spending money on tires for a death-trap machine that was, quite appropriately, banned for manufacture/sale back in the day, let alone trying to sell it.
https://madison.craigslist.org/pho/d...632904697.html
1983 Honda 200 atc - $800 (Madison)
07-09-18, 10:58 PM
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https://madison.craigslist.org/bik/d...639100800.html
Made for a Movie Prop ,4' wheels with a seat height of 36" Take to Burning Man, your next cycling event, Shop Advertising, worlds second oldest cycle. Or just throw it in your buddies yard for a WTF moment. Spear and mask not included. Want it gone.- - -Thanks - - - Mark
Flintstone Caveman Cycle of Evolution, Mammoth Size - $100 (McFarland)
07-11-18, 01:14 PM
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One would also need this, to accompany the upside down bike above:
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik...635630531.html
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik...635630531.html
Double decker bike - $60
Double decker bmx bike. Fun bike, I'm just done w.it. Needs rear tube. I have a rear tube for 5$...if you want to have me change it...$80 total. Call or text, no emails
07-11-18, 05:04 PM
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Truth In Advertising
Cheap, safe, UGLY bike * - $99 (rustburg)
"Yo guys. If you want a pretty bike this is NOT it. If you want a new bike this is NOT it.....
However, if you want a reliable bike this IS it. If you want a cheap bike this IS it. If you want something to get you from place to place or around town for recreation this IS DEFINITELY IT. This ross is old, kinda klunky, ugly and definitely wont get stolen BUT it does ride comfortable and wont break down on you.
23" frame for a person 5'6-5'9 ish
12 speeds
I installed new tires, a chain, cables and brake pads and tuned up the bike to work perfectly but it's still an ugly duckling so if you're an ugly duckling too this IS a perfect match. Call or text meow at (434) 851-9412. Thank you and God Bless. Nathan with Nate's Bikes."
https://lynchburg.craigslist.org/bik...630700863.html
(Took me a minute before I realized the downtube decal did not read "POS" (or "POSS") but rather "ROSS".)
07-15-18, 06:35 AM
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Man, do people even read the frame decals before posting ads like this? And have you tried Googling "Raleigh Marathon bike" to see what you get?
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...643220707.html
make / manufacturer: RELIEGH
model name / number: 575
size / dimensions: Large
VERY COOL RELIEGH EXTRA LARGE CLASSIC CRUISER,IT NEEDS A GOOD CLEANING,IT HAS A LARGE COMFY SEAT,WIDE CRUISER HANDLE BARS,ONE HORN,A BELL,ORIGINAL WATER BOTTLE FROM A GA.BIKE SHOP WHERE I ASSUME IT WAS PURCHASED IN THE LAST 80'S NORTH OF $350.00,IT'S PRETTY RARE,CAN'T FIND MUCH INFO ONLINE,COULD BE WORTH DOUBLE/TRIPPLE WHAT I'M ASKING,THE BRAKES AND GEARS FUNCTION AS THEY SHOULD,NEEDS 2 TIRES /CLEANING $250.00 FIRM EIGHT04NINE71FOUR450 RESEARCH SHOWS IT ALSO COULD HAVE BEEN IMPORTED FROM RELIEGH ENGLAND
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...643220707.html
EXTRA LARGE RELIEGH CLASSIC CRUISER - $250 (POWHATAN)
make / manufacturer: RELIEGH
model name / number: 575
size / dimensions: Large
VERY COOL RELIEGH EXTRA LARGE CLASSIC CRUISER,IT NEEDS A GOOD CLEANING,IT HAS A LARGE COMFY SEAT,WIDE CRUISER HANDLE BARS,ONE HORN,A BELL,ORIGINAL WATER BOTTLE FROM A GA.BIKE SHOP WHERE I ASSUME IT WAS PURCHASED IN THE LAST 80'S NORTH OF $350.00,IT'S PRETTY RARE,CAN'T FIND MUCH INFO ONLINE,COULD BE WORTH DOUBLE/TRIPPLE WHAT I'M ASKING,THE BRAKES AND GEARS FUNCTION AS THEY SHOULD,NEEDS 2 TIRES /CLEANING $250.00 FIRM EIGHT04NINE71FOUR450 RESEARCH SHOWS IT ALSO COULD HAVE BEEN IMPORTED FROM RELIEGH ENGLAND
07-15-18, 07:53 AM
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Wow. In mint original condition that might bring $100 around here, on a good day. In this condition maybe $25 if the wheels were still true and you were lucky.
Man, do people even read the frame decals before posting ads like this? And have you tried Googling "Raleigh Marathon bike" to see what you get?
make / manufacturer: RELIEGH
model name / number: 575
size / dimensions: Large
VERY COOL RELIEGH EXTRA LARGE CLASSIC CRUISER,IT NEEDS A GOOD CLEANING,IT HAS A LARGE COMFY SEAT,WIDE CRUISER HANDLE BARS,ONE HORN,A BELL,ORIGINAL WATER BOTTLE FROM A GA.BIKE SHOP WHERE I ASSUME IT WAS PURCHASED IN THE LAST 80'S NORTH OF $350.00,IT'S PRETTY RARE,CAN'T FIND MUCH INFO ONLINE,COULD BE WORTH DOUBLE/TRIPPLE WHAT I'M ASKING,THE BRAKES AND GEARS FUNCTION AS THEY SHOULD,NEEDS 2 TIRES /CLEANING $250.00 FIRM EIGHT04NINE71FOUR450 RESEARCH SHOWS IT ALSO COULD HAVE BEEN IMPORTED FROM RELIEGH ENGLAND
EXTRA LARGE RELIEGH CLASSIC CRUISER - $250 (POWHATAN)
make / manufacturer: RELIEGH
model name / number: 575
size / dimensions: Large
VERY COOL RELIEGH EXTRA LARGE CLASSIC CRUISER,IT NEEDS A GOOD CLEANING,IT HAS A LARGE COMFY SEAT,WIDE CRUISER HANDLE BARS,ONE HORN,A BELL,ORIGINAL WATER BOTTLE FROM A GA.BIKE SHOP WHERE I ASSUME IT WAS PURCHASED IN THE LAST 80'S NORTH OF $350.00,IT'S PRETTY RARE,CAN'T FIND MUCH INFO ONLINE,COULD BE WORTH DOUBLE/TRIPPLE WHAT I'M ASKING,THE BRAKES AND GEARS FUNCTION AS THEY SHOULD,NEEDS 2 TIRES /CLEANING $250.00 FIRM EIGHT04NINE71FOUR450 RESEARCH SHOWS IT ALSO COULD HAVE BEEN IMPORTED FROM RELIEGH ENGLAND
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What a difference a few letters can make in the bike world. Word has it that Greg loved stem shifters and lazy levers.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik...631921146.html
Very nice vintage Centurion Lemond road bike in nice condition. Tall, 25" frame for a tall rider. $145.00 cash only. Please reply to post or text or call:
07-15-18, 11:08 AM
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Not sure what is being sold here.
Is it the cheap bike and a can of white spray paint or something else? In fairness, it does say she is not for sale....
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/bik/d...639880288.htmlBike Garden Art - $450 (Amherst)
Garden Art Classic Bike.
Fresh Paint
Girl not included.
Reply with phone number for quick sale
Is it the cheap bike and a can of white spray paint or something else? In fairness, it does say she is not for sale....
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/bik/d...639880288.htmlBike Garden Art - $450 (Amherst)
Garden Art Classic Bike.
Fresh Paint
Girl not included.
Reply with phone number for quick sale
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07-15-18, 11:41 AM
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That's ^^^^^^ just slightly creepy. Evidently the seller doesn't realize that a bike painted all white and stood up somewhere is a "ghost bike", indicating someone killed on a bicycle at that location.
Maybe he needed an excuse for the all-too-common gaffe of taking a vertical photo of a horizontal subject, so he photoshopped in the woman.
Oh, waitaminit; yeah, at $450, there's definitely something else being... offered here.
Maybe he needed an excuse for the all-too-common gaffe of taking a vertical photo of a horizontal subject, so he photoshopped in the woman.
Oh, waitaminit; yeah, at $450, there's definitely something else being... offered here.
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Maybe that white bike she is leaning against is the village bicycle. Everyone's taken that for a spin. Not sure it's worth $450 though.
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maybe he stole a ghost bike and is trying to get money for it.
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And giving the poster of the ad the benefit of every doubt, that's about the best possible spin you could put on it.
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(Add your own bad "fresh paint" pun here.....)
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How Many Fingers?
Bicycles - $25
"5 bicycles variety sizes $25 for all 5!"
https://winstonsalem.craigslist.org/...644052694.html
(Help me out here? I only count four (4) bicycles in the picture. I am not good with small numbers, or numbers in general, so could be wrong.)
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Common Core mathematics.
07-15-18, 02:55 PM
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07-15-18, 07:31 PM
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Sure, I'll pay $760 for a bamboo frame that looks like it was originally cobbled together by the inmates of some jungle prison as an escape vehicle.
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/Zebra-Origi...UAAOSwH6tZj6Bx
1984 Zebra... $400. Not the end of the world. But I caught this in the description and had to laugh.
" Bicycle 1984 Made in Japan. This bike is the first " lightweight" made bike, back in 1984 that was revolutionary. This beauty is complete. This bike is quite rare and sought after - made in Japan "
1984 Zebra... $400. Not the end of the world. But I caught this in the description and had to laugh.
" Bicycle 1984 Made in Japan. This bike is the first " lightweight" made bike, back in 1984 that was revolutionary. This beauty is complete. This bike is quite rare and sought after - made in Japan "
07-15-18, 08:42 PM
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There are people alive today young enough (and uneducated enough) to believe that a statement like that ^^^^^^ makes perfect sense. The '80s may as well be the '50s.
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This has popped up from time to time on CL. I don't think I posted it yet. Not sure this guy knows the definition of "excellent condition" or how to spell "Schwinn".
1977 SCWINN RACING BIKE
FOR SALE A 1977 CLASSICS ANTIQUE RACING SCWINN BIKE HAS GENERATOR HEADLIGHT IN GR33642EAT SHAPE
1977 SCWINN RACING BIKE
1977 SCWINN RACING BIKE IN EXCELLENT COND - $300 (NORTH TPA)
FOR SALE A 1977 CLASSICS ANTIQUE RACING SCWINN BIKE HAS GENERATOR HEADLIGHT IN GR33642EAT SHAPE