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08-22-20, 07:08 PM
señor miembro
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One-armed weight weenie selling his classic Raleigh...
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/b...178126841.html
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https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/b...178126841.html
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08-22-20, 08:07 PM
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^^^^^^ It's actually a decent bike going at an average price for the time. The seller is right up front about the broken handlebar.
Ironic that the aluminum frame, frequently maligned for its construction, outlasted the handlebar.
Ironic that the aluminum frame, frequently maligned for its construction, outlasted the handlebar.
08-23-20, 07:33 AM
Bikes are okay, I guess.
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"Slightly frayed" cable is not the same as "exploded SIS housing."
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08-23-20, 08:19 AM
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"Collectors Bike"
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...2240124198297/
Collectors bike
$11,111
Lockbourne, OH · over a week ago
I have an old bike that was forgot bout behind my uncle's . Everything is original needs alot of TLC... For sure must have for a collector.. as is bike is worth 150.. make offer
... and move the decimal. There! The bike is now valued appropriately at a dolla-fitty.
Who's got jokes? There are a few easy ones here...
Collectors bike
$11,111
Lockbourne, OH · over a week ago
I have an old bike that was forgot bout behind my uncle's . Everything is original needs alot of TLC... For sure must have for a collector.. as is bike is worth 150.. make offer
... and move the decimal. There! The bike is now valued appropriately at a dolla-fitty.
Who's got jokes? There are a few easy ones here...
08-23-20, 08:38 AM
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".....distasteful and easily triggered."
".....distasteful and easily triggered."
08-23-20, 08:59 AM
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Alternatively: His neighbor down the alley runs a "bike shop" out of his garage and can get you stolen rims at $20 each
Alternatively: His neighbor down the alley runs a "bike shop" out of his garage and can get you stolen rims at $20 each
08-23-20, 09:36 AM
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I get wheels at the local used shop for about $20 wheel for front, $25 for a rear. Sometimes more, not very often less.
08-23-20, 11:39 AM
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Even French folks don't know what they have...nice 80 year old Gitane here...circa 1985/86 if I recall my Gitane decals:
08-23-20, 01:16 PM
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One-armed weight weenie selling his classic Raleigh...
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/b...178126841.html
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https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/b...178126841.html
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Post 3000, never thought I would be there this soon,
Ben
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08-23-20, 01:36 PM
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Not wacky, but tragic
Pretty Raleigh Grand Prix. Poor thing.
Grand Prix Raleigh bike - $100 (Eureka)
Straight frame, Brooks leather seat, damaged front rim. Missing some hard ware. Selling as is. Would make a great fixie with the right parts. $100 obo.
08-23-20, 01:39 PM
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08-23-20, 02:11 PM
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08-23-20, 02:16 PM
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Lmao I did check my post count before opening my mouth. Make sure i wasn't over 3K. Hopefully today I get my front wheel back for my Krono
08-23-20, 02:20 PM
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08-23-20, 03:18 PM
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08-23-20, 03:58 PM
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08-23-20, 04:36 PM
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"Ride As Is"?
Vintage Italian Italvega frame w/ lots of Campagnolo parts - $500 (Carrboro)
Posted 2020-08-23 17:41
"Large, 62 cm Italvega brazed lug steel frame from the 70’s with Campy hubs, pedals, headset, and stem. Needs some tlc, but will clean up nice. Other parts include Shimano Deore rear derailer, Suntour gear levers, Stronglight crank arms, and Panasonic tires. Front wheel has one broken spoke, and there is a lot of surface rust. Ride as is or tear it down and give it an overhaul. Either way, it’s a solid bike with vintage Italian parts."
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/d...182998795.html
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08-24-20, 07:07 AM
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I keep thinking there are no new ways to misspell Schwinn. What a fool I am.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/bik/...177699475.html
Schwill letour - $150 (Las Vegas)
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/bik/...177699475.html
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08-24-20, 08:24 AM
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I'm not a vintage guy or a flipper, but I think that's a beautiful frame. I balk a little at 27" wheels, but at least the rims are alloy not steel, and the brakes are sidepulls not centerpulls. Great brand new tires, but don't really vibe with the vintage feel, and at 27" you probably can't just throw them on another bike.
If you like the frame and can see yourself enjoying riding it with your DA components, then it's worth it to you.
I would go in with an offer of $300, just on principle assuming the seller has built in a CL price pad. Or maybe if you're not into the tires, offer $250 and he keeps the tires, maybe he has other 27" wheels he can use them on.
If you like the frame and can see yourself enjoying riding it with your DA components, then it's worth it to you.
I would go in with an offer of $300, just on principle assuming the seller has built in a CL price pad. Or maybe if you're not into the tires, offer $250 and he keeps the tires, maybe he has other 27" wheels he can use them on.
08-24-20, 12:30 PM
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08-24-20, 05:38 PM
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08-24-20, 06:19 PM
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Mr. Tran continues to light up the Sacramento CL with his creative genius...
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...I am now officially a fan. But I regret the loss of the naked lady coffee table shots.
Tru-North Silver Blue Unicorn 1 Speed Bike - $950 (Downtown Sacramento)
Mechanical unicorn.
Runs on pure love.
Wounded. Broken.
But not dead.
One last breath.
One last ride.
A saddle for Cinderella.
In absolute perfect riding mechanical and functional condition. 100/100.
Zero-free maintenance bike.
Will last. Forever.
Flares like fire.
Shine like a diamond.
Small frame: 4 ft 10 to 5 ft 8 inches.
185 pounds maximum rider.
23-inch straight line, star sword handlebar:
Proper body positioning. Control & stability. Easy ride.
No grips: raw and bare. Power connection. Quick clean.
Vintage rear brake from a shifter road bike.
Save your pennies.
Then have 1 treasure in life.
This is it. You deserve it.
Money can't buy love.
Or happiness. Or peace.
Wake up. Dress up.
Put on a tie.
Then the make ups.
Make a movie. Starring you.
Whatever makes you happy.
Fully function and ready tread on water.
To be worshiped and admired.
A symbol of mysticism. The age of innocence.
Displayed in a museum, gallery, department store or show home.
Runs on pure love.
Wounded. Broken.
But not dead.
One last breath.
One last ride.
A saddle for Cinderella.
In absolute perfect riding mechanical and functional condition. 100/100.
Zero-free maintenance bike.
Will last. Forever.
Flares like fire.
Shine like a diamond.
Small frame: 4 ft 10 to 5 ft 8 inches.
185 pounds maximum rider.
23-inch straight line, star sword handlebar:
Proper body positioning. Control & stability. Easy ride.
No grips: raw and bare. Power connection. Quick clean.
Vintage rear brake from a shifter road bike.
Save your pennies.
Then have 1 treasure in life.
This is it. You deserve it.
Money can't buy love.
Or happiness. Or peace.
Wake up. Dress up.
Put on a tie.
Then the make ups.
Make a movie. Starring you.
Whatever makes you happy.
Fully function and ready tread on water.
To be worshiped and admired.
A symbol of mysticism. The age of innocence.
Displayed in a museum, gallery, department store or show home.
08-24-20, 07:22 PM
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Magic eye?
I'll admit that I never saw the schooner.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...3961789022471/
Schwann bike 26”
$160
26” bike
Touch your nose to the screen and cross your eyes, then slowly back away. Don't trip over the cat.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...3961789022471/
Schwann bike 26”
$160
26” bike
Touch your nose to the screen and cross your eyes, then slowly back away. Don't trip over the cat.
08-24-20, 11:57 PM
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^^^^ If you look close enough, you can just make out the face of Eddy Merckx.
Oh, wait, it's Elvis.
Oh, wait, it's Elvis.