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07-14-14, 06:57 AM
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I think it looks more like the fork got bent and someone turned it around because the wheel was probably hitting the down tube. The ad needs flagging. It's not a safe bike at all.
I think it looks more like the fork got bent and someone turned it around because the wheel was probably hitting the down tube. The ad needs flagging. It's not a safe bike at all.
07-14-14, 10:48 AM
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Giant motorized bike chainsaw engine - $200
Giant mountain bike that has had a McCullough chainsaw engine attached. The chainsaw drive has a gear reduction and has a throttle grip located on the handlebars. Price is negotiable.
Giant motorized bike chainsaw engine
07-14-14, 10:52 AM
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Mongoose 21 speed - $75
XR75 Lightweight Aluminum. Mountain Bike. Excellent condition. Great fun - Great price!
MONGOOSE 21 SPEED
07-14-14, 12:34 PM
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There's a sad Speedwell for sale on Ebay:
"Speedwell Titalite" Titanium Road Bike PR6730002 | eBay
2 people have already made offers. I suspect those people may have missed:
1) The frame has probably been destroyed because someone installed a kick-stand. These tubes are very thin and not built to withstand such forces. Looks like the chain stays have been pinched.
2) This frame should have a standard RD hanger. The RD claw suggests a damaged (or drewed?) hanger.
3) What happened to the finish? It should be a nice polished finish. Instead it looks like someone went over the whole frame with 80 grit sandpaper. Also, the photo lighting is really bad, but the head tube looks like it may be dented as well.
For reference, here's what the finish should look like:
"Speedwell Titalite" Titanium Road Bike PR6730002 | eBay
2 people have already made offers. I suspect those people may have missed:
1) The frame has probably been destroyed because someone installed a kick-stand. These tubes are very thin and not built to withstand such forces. Looks like the chain stays have been pinched.
2) This frame should have a standard RD hanger. The RD claw suggests a damaged (or drewed?) hanger.
3) What happened to the finish? It should be a nice polished finish. Instead it looks like someone went over the whole frame with 80 grit sandpaper. Also, the photo lighting is really bad, but the head tube looks like it may be dented as well.
For reference, here's what the finish should look like:
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07-14-14, 12:49 PM
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^^^ "Museum Quality" huh? Maybe the Museum of Broken Stuff, or maybe the International Museum of Clowns With Steel Wool And Time On Their Hands?
07-14-14, 01:43 PM
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"Frame and fork with head sets weigh in at 4.1 lbs. Without the head set 3.1 lbs."
Really? The headset weighs a full pound?
But really, dude, if you expect thousands of dollars for the bike, spend at least $50 on tires and bar tape!
Really? The headset weighs a full pound?
But really, dude, if you expect thousands of dollars for the bike, spend at least $50 on tires and bar tape!
07-14-14, 02:16 PM
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^Yeah, the "without headset" weight doesn't make sense. FWIW, the 4.1 lbs. for the frame/fork with headset is about right. LINK for reference.
I don't mind so much if a seller does not replace certain consumables on a "project" bike needing a full restoration such as this one. Price of course should reflect condition. But if the seller is not going to fully overhaul the bike, choice of replacement consumables is sometimes best left to the buyer. Seller may not even know how to glue on replacement tubulars in this case.
Btw, I did ask the seller about the chain stays and rear derailleur hanger via ebay. Got a quick reply saying he's taking it in to a bike shop for professional assessment and will get back to me. It's possible the seller is simply naive, and not intentionally underhanded.
I don't mind so much if a seller does not replace certain consumables on a "project" bike needing a full restoration such as this one. Price of course should reflect condition. But if the seller is not going to fully overhaul the bike, choice of replacement consumables is sometimes best left to the buyer. Seller may not even know how to glue on replacement tubulars in this case.
Btw, I did ask the seller about the chain stays and rear derailleur hanger via ebay. Got a quick reply saying he's taking it in to a bike shop for professional assessment and will get back to me. It's possible the seller is simply naive, and not intentionally underhanded.
07-14-14, 02:36 PM
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^Yeah, the "without headset" weight doesn't make sense. FWIW, the 4.1 lbs. for the frame/fork with headset is about right. LINK for reference.
I don't mind so much if a seller does not replace certain consumables on a "project" bike needing a full restoration such as this one. Price of course should reflect condition. But if the seller is not going to fully overhaul the bike, choice of replacement consumables is sometimes best left to the buyer. Seller may not even know how to glue on replacement tubulars in this case.
Btw, I did ask the seller about the chain stays and rear derailleur hanger via ebay. Got a quick reply saying he's taking it in to a bike shop for professional assessment and will get back to me. It's possible the seller is simply naive, and not intentionally underhanded.
I don't mind so much if a seller does not replace certain consumables on a "project" bike needing a full restoration such as this one. Price of course should reflect condition. But if the seller is not going to fully overhaul the bike, choice of replacement consumables is sometimes best left to the buyer. Seller may not even know how to glue on replacement tubulars in this case.
Btw, I did ask the seller about the chain stays and rear derailleur hanger via ebay. Got a quick reply saying he's taking it in to a bike shop for professional assessment and will get back to me. It's possible the seller is simply naive, and not intentionally underhanded.
07-14-14, 10:37 PM
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schwinn varsity model - $400
07-15-14, 06:21 AM
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07-15-14, 12:45 PM
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"Ready to ride."
(please disregard front-end geometry)
VINTAGE SCHWINN MESA RUNNER - $89
Really nice vintage Schwinn Mesa Runner with Auto Bike wheels
7 speed that shifts automatically with the speed of the bike
Ready to ride
(please disregard front-end geometry)
VINTAGE SCHWINN MESA RUNNER - $89
Really nice vintage Schwinn Mesa Runner with Auto Bike wheels
7 speed that shifts automatically with the speed of the bike
Ready to ride
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07-15-14, 12:57 PM
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...And come to think of it, shouldn't something connect the chainwheel to the, errrrmmmm, wheel?
MAN. The things I miss.
MAN. The things I miss.
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07-15-14, 01:53 PM
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07-15-14, 02:26 PM
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07-15-14, 03:58 PM
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I didn't catch that! I'm scrutinizing the photo and thought the frame was bent from a head on crash. I totally missed the lack of chain. I guess technically it is ready to ride, if riding means coasting.
07-15-14, 04:24 PM
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07-15-14, 05:48 PM
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Yeah. The trashed frame was why I posted it. Much like you, I focused on that so much that I didn't notice anything else. Amazing what people will try to sell.
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07-16-14, 08:13 AM
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I imagine the seller had an autobike, bought the wrecked one and took the wheels, and cobbled together what was left.,,,,BD
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07-16-14, 10:30 AM
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07-16-14, 11:38 AM
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07-16-14, 01:03 PM
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[h=2]Display Bike - $100 (Hampden)[/h] 
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condition: excellent
10 Speed Display bike. Fully functional with square wheels.
One of a kind!
Display Bike
© craigslist - Map data © OpenStreetMap
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condition: excellent
10 Speed Display bike. Fully functional with square wheels.
One of a kind!
Display Bike