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04-03-15, 11:45 PM
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The estimated age of this bike might be just a tad off:
antique 1880's bicycle neeeds to be restored - $200 (belle fourche)
antique 1880's bicycle neeeds to be restored - $200 (belle fourche)
So what do you think it is? The mono-stays look quite interesting.
The lamp is probably a red herring, and doesn't belong with the bike. It looks like a wall lamp to me.
The plastic handlebar grip might date it to post 1950 or so, although perhaps slightly earlier.
they are very rare and they can easliy be restored
04-04-15, 09:07 AM
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Hmmm...
So what do you think it is? The mono-stays look quite interesting.
The lamp is probably a red herring, and doesn't belong with the bike. It looks like a wall lamp to me.
The plastic handlebar grip might date it to post 1950 or so, although perhaps slightly earlier.
So what do you think it is? The mono-stays look quite interesting.
The lamp is probably a red herring, and doesn't belong with the bike. It looks like a wall lamp to me.
The plastic handlebar grip might date it to post 1950 or so, although perhaps slightly earlier.
04-04-15, 10:56 AM
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Schwinn P15 Deluxe Touring Paramount 61cm 1979 | eBay
If you want to sell your bike, especially at top dollar, it would be good to take photos of the bike rather than the water bottle cage.
If you want to sell your bike, especially at top dollar, it would be good to take photos of the bike rather than the water bottle cage.
04-04-15, 11:32 AM
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Schwinn P15 Deluxe Touring Paramount 61cm 1979 | eBay
If you want to sell your bike, especially at top dollar, it would be good to take photos of the bike rather than the water bottle cage.
If you want to sell your bike, especially at top dollar, it would be good to take photos of the bike rather than the water bottle cage.
I would also say that dirt and grime is not "Patina", but rather a sign of a lazy seller.
Perhaps there is an advantage of getting an unrestored "barn fresh" bike, but I still would wipe it down a bit.
04-04-15, 07:28 PM
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This guy really needed a cable stop.
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
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This guy really needed a cable stop.
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
The Suntour Symmetric Shifters appear to be a dime a dozen.
04-04-15, 08:04 PM
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This guy really needed a cable stop.
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
Suntour Symmetric Downtube Cable Stop Guide Barend Cyclone Superbe Barcon | eBay
04-05-15, 07:20 AM
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Hmmm...$60 to learn how to package a bike...when you can get it all for free on the web!
Centurion Proper Disassembly Packaging for Shipping Road Bike Bicycle UBI Tech | eBay
He has 456 of these listings!!!!
Centurion Proper Disassembly Packaging for Shipping Road Bike Bicycle UBI Tech | eBay
He has 456 of these listings!!!!
04-05-15, 08:26 AM
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Why buy new when you can get used with missing (basket) and damaged parts (lever) for just $130 more?
Blue Schwinn tricycle nearly new
"blue Schwinn tricycle bike, adult sized, ridden once includes fenders. Right side brake handle is broken and need replaced"
26" Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle in Cherry, Blue, Silver, or Mint Green - Walmart.com
Blue Schwinn tricycle nearly new
"blue Schwinn tricycle bike, adult sized, ridden once includes fenders. Right side brake handle is broken and need replaced"
26" Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle in Cherry, Blue, Silver, or Mint Green - Walmart.com
04-05-15, 11:43 AM
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This is a Rockhopper. Pay no attention to the giant lettering that says "Hardrock" on the downtube. Then again, it was posted on April 1. Maybe they're trolling.
[h=2]Specialized Rockhopper- 19" - $135 (maple grove)[/h]Specialized Rockhopper- 19"
If reading this - still for sale
19" cro-moly steel frame [30" standover hgt.]
21spds, good tires,
This bike has been Tuned/ adjusted - brakes and shifting all work well
Nice smooth riding bike
cash only please, and firm at this price
If Interested, please put Rockhopper in the subject line - including a contact phone number will insure best response - Thanks
[h=2]Specialized Rockhopper- 19" - $135 (maple grove)[/h]Specialized Rockhopper- 19"
If reading this - still for sale
19" cro-moly steel frame [30" standover hgt.]
21spds, good tires,
This bike has been Tuned/ adjusted - brakes and shifting all work well
Nice smooth riding bike
cash only please, and firm at this price
If Interested, please put Rockhopper in the subject line - including a contact phone number will insure best response - Thanks
04-05-15, 12:21 PM
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Hmmm...$60 to learn how to package a bike...when you can get it all for free on the web!
Centurion Proper Disassembly Packaging for Shipping Road Bike Bicycle UBI Tech | eBay
He has 456 of these listings!!!!
Centurion Proper Disassembly Packaging for Shipping Road Bike Bicycle UBI Tech | eBay
He has 456 of these listings!!!!
its from the same seller that made a video of him smashing the Raleigh so if its anything like that video it might be worth it
04-05-15, 01:18 PM
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The Wacky World of Craigslist and eBay Ads - $16,000 destroyed Raleigh Super Course
I was wondering about the photo he included in the packing ad. Now it all makes more sense.
So, since the bike damage wasn't caused by shipping, does his video actually protect one's bike from an APE with a sledgehammer?
04-05-15, 01:44 PM
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04-05-15, 02:06 PM
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Ahhh, yes, that one.
The Wacky World of Craigslist and eBay Ads - $16,000 destroyed Raleigh Super Course
I was wondering about the photo he included in the packing ad. Now it all makes more sense.
So, since the bike damage wasn't caused by shipping, does his video actually protect one's bike from an APE with a sledgehammer?
The Wacky World of Craigslist and eBay Ads - $16,000 destroyed Raleigh Super Course
I was wondering about the photo he included in the packing ad. Now it all makes more sense.
So, since the bike damage wasn't caused by shipping, does his video actually protect one's bike from an APE with a sledgehammer?
I don't see what's wrong with this bike. Just looks like a Hetchins to me.
04-07-15, 10:12 AM
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Initially I thought this was overpriced but then the seller mentioned he fixed Robin Williams flat tire while riding this bike.
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
04-07-15, 10:25 AM
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"Tubing Gender: Male" -- that's good to know. But aren't most "tubes" male-gendered?
04-07-15, 11:59 AM
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You know he was an almost pro jet skier. That adds to the price.
04-07-15, 12:12 PM
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Initially I thought this was overpriced but then the seller mentioned he fixed Robin Williams flat tire while riding this bike.
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
Too bad I don't have a bike signed by him 
I can say that I rode my Colnago to high school where I wrestled his nephew Kit Kesey. Does that count? I don't think he ever really liked me
04-07-15, 02:28 PM
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Initially I thought this was overpriced but then the seller mentioned he fixed Robin Williams flat tire while riding this bike.
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
Road Bike - Centurion Ironman Dave Scott (1986) 12 spd, 58cm
But who was actually riding the 'Rare' Centurian?
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04-07-15, 02:33 PM
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I like ape hangers as much as the next guy but....
https://baltimore.craigslist.org/bid/4959273659.html
OCC - ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS APE HANGERS VERY COOL!! - $200 (WESTMINSTER)
VERY COOL ONE OF A KIND OCC BICYCLE WITH APE HANGER HANDLE BARS. VERY GOOD CONDITION WITH ONLY LIGHT MINOR WEAR.
CHECK IT OUT AT...
355 BALTIMORE BLVD (RT 140)
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
https://baltimore.craigslist.org/bid/4959273659.html
OCC - ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS APE HANGERS VERY COOL!! - $200 (WESTMINSTER)
VERY COOL ONE OF A KIND OCC BICYCLE WITH APE HANGER HANDLE BARS. VERY GOOD CONDITION WITH ONLY LIGHT MINOR WEAR.
CHECK IT OUT AT...
355 BALTIMORE BLVD (RT 140)
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
- do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers
I'll be down in that area tomorrow if anyone wants this.
I guess this guy is selling it because he got his driver's license back.
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04-07-15, 02:48 PM
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04-08-15, 12:32 AM
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Is the bike the Fuji Sports 10
And the handlebars the Nitto Olympiade
I've always thought the name name of the handlebars should be listed in the title of the listing. Thus, whatever I attach my Cinelli bars to will become a Cinelli.
One would think that any seller dreaming of a big payoff would at least replace the handlebar tape. Are the tires flat?
04-08-15, 09:50 AM
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You can get a lot more for your bike if you just lie about what model it is
USED SCOTT SCALE JUNIOR 24 KIDS' BIKE
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