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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 439
Posted By bargainguy

I didn't say before. Don't misquote. ...

I didn't say before. Don't misquote.

Disputing the charge immediately with the CC company typically results in a provisional refund to your account until an investigation has been completed. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 439
Posted By bargainguy

I understand your frustration. Spending that...

I understand your frustration. Spending that kind of coin on a pair of shoes, and then not getting the right ones....yikes.

There's a different way to approach this that might not cost you. If...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 135
Posted By bargainguy

Seagrade, I thought of that. Recently I put the...

Seagrade, I thought of that. Recently I put the CJ up for sale with both forks.

Zero added interest, people didn't seem to care whether the steel fork was included or not.

Now whether this...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 135
Posted By bargainguy

Thank you both. I still have the Crown Jewel it...

Thank you both. I still have the Crown Jewel it came with. Up until now, I've never thought of doing much with the steel fork, as I don't use it. Someone else's need might be greater than my own.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 135
Posted By bargainguy

650c 1" threadless Indy Fab steel fork - value?

Wondering about the value of a 650c 1" steel threadless Indy Fab fork. Frame & fork built in 2003.

When I bought the steel Crown Jewel of the same color in 2009, a Reynolds Ouzo Pro carbon fork...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,151
Posted By bargainguy

Looks like she is a stronger walker, and you are...

Looks like she is a stronger walker, and you are a stronger climber.

If there is even a sniff of impatience while you're waiting at the top of the hill, put a fork in it, you're done.

Now Ms....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 283
Posted By bargainguy

I suspect that your internally geared hub cable...

I suspect that your internally geared hub cable has gotten a little slack or stretched.

When this happens, you can be slightly out of a gear but still retain forward pedal motion. It won't mesh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 41,772
Posted By bargainguy

Shop closing - online auction - Pewaukee, WI

Note the 18% "internet" premium in addition to 5% state sales tax.

Keep scrolling - 1200+ images.

https://www.estatesales.net/WI/Pewaukee/53072/4071882...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 41,772
Posted By bargainguy

2002 LeMond Zurich, $100, Milwaukee CL

https://milwaukee.craigslist.org/bik/d/milwaukee-lemond-zurich-bike/7744939691.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00606_9sJbL68SaGl_0ww0oo_600x450.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 424
Posted By bargainguy

Spring is usually a better time for swaps. ...

Spring is usually a better time for swaps. People are willing to part with more cash for their builds. Fall swap meets tend to be a sell-off before winter sets in.

Weather is typically a big...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-06-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,702
Posted By bargainguy

Back in 1996, you needed 2,200 Marlboro Miles...

Back in 1996, you needed 2,200 Marlboro Miles plus $110 to get a folding bike.

There were 5 Marlboro Miles in each pack of ciggys, so 440 packs later, or about half a lung.

If you didn't want...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 388
Posted By bargainguy

Re: Clamping a frame tube - frame tubes were...

Re: Clamping a frame tube - frame tubes were never designed for the outside forces of clamping.

I see people do this all the time. Bad idea.

I also hear the justification "well, it's just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,725
Posted By bargainguy

Back in the days of quill stems, I had a Look...

Back in the days of quill stems, I had a Look Ergostem. Anybody remember those? Double articulating stem that allowed a range of positions from extended gorilla to bolt upright. There wasn't anything...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By bargainguy

Maybe it's just the angle of the pic, but the...

Maybe it's just the angle of the pic, but the steerer tube looks bent backwards.

Have you checked for frame damage? Running your fingers along the top and down tubes, feeling for imperfections &...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,420
Posted By bargainguy

They affected my life in a major way. A couple...

They affected my life in a major way. A couple decades back, I managed to acquire three of their plastic reusable clamshell bike shipping boxes.

Using shipbikes.com, I bought used bikes all over...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-18-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 634
Posted By bargainguy

Kirtland bags were well made. But now they are...

Kirtland bags were well made. But now they are approaching 50 years old, and Cordura that old doesn't hold up well today. Minimal if any resale value.

It might sound harsh, but whatever offer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 578
Posted By bargainguy

Welcome. It's impossible to tell at a distance...

Welcome. It's impossible to tell at a distance what the issue is, but we can speculate.

First thing I'd do is put the C-dale on a work stand and verify wheels are spinning freely with no...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 550
Posted By bargainguy

Looks like the front V-brake is not connected at...

Looks like the front V-brake is not connected at the right caliper arm. Probably was released so the bike could be transported with the wheel off, but never reconnected.

In my area, Trek FX...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 41,772
Posted By bargainguy

62cm Yokota Gran Touring, $275, Des Moines CL

https://desmoines.craigslist.org/bik/d/urbandale-yokota-gran-touring-cm-frame/7732092451.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_6TJ1wcg28q_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,333
Posted By bargainguy

Welcome. Since space is at a premium in NYC, I'd...

Welcome. Since space is at a premium in NYC, I'd stick with the Miami and get it going before considering whether you need another bike.

There is a huge benefit in being able to take your bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

Look at the gap between the rear wheel and the...

Look at the gap between the rear wheel and the seat tube. It's huge. No way is that a 700c wheel on that small a frame.

Same with the head tube. The top and down tubes would be close to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

Saddle looks like a Selle Anatomica Titanico.

Saddle looks like a Selle Anatomica Titanico.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

56cm Aegis Aro Svelte, $400, Milwaukee FB

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1109787657016793
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

Davidson custom tandem, $7500, Milwaukee FB

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/767250465058599
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

56cm Ritchey BreakAway with case, $1500, Milwaukee FB

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1565947310916095
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,150
Posted By bargainguy

The "right sizing" Trek announced was a 10% cut...

The "right sizing" Trek announced was a 10% cut in spending and a 40% cut in the number of stock units they carry. No mention of discounting in that game plan.

They've already cut their losses. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 581
Posted By bargainguy

I don't remember seeing too many fillet-brazed...

I don't remember seeing too many fillet-brazed MTB frames BITD. That makes it fairly unique from a classic 26er standpoint.

There might be specific interest from those who admire the fillet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

58cm Waterford, $300, Milwaukee FB

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/390823657231947
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 581
Posted By bargainguy

I'm looking at the seat cluster and trying to...

I'm looking at the seat cluster and trying to figure it out.

Is that a fillet-brazed frame?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,532
Posted By bargainguy

Love the idea of a workstand. Have you thought...

Love the idea of a workstand. Have you thought about taking a basic maintenance class?

Sometimes there's no substitute for having someone knowledgeable demonstrate a task in person, and you being...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-07-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 506
Posted By bargainguy

Let me be more specific. Round tube aluminum...

Let me be more specific. Round tube aluminum Treks using Easton or Alcoa tubing are generally nice, compliant rides.

When Trek changed to Alpha SL tubing with triangular section downtubes as in...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,260
Posted By bargainguy

If you're working with a $2K budget for a...

If you're working with a $2K budget for a midlevel bike, I think you're better off in the used market right now, where there are more deals available.

It's a strange retail situation right now....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,421
Posted By bargainguy

Trek plans to "right size" with 10% cuts to spending

https://bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2024/03/05/trek-plans-‘right-size’-10-cuts-spending

Looks like Trek is pulling back. Slow sales + high inventory levels. Not a good mix.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-06-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 506
Posted By bargainguy

Yes. Round tube aluminum Treks are nice rides. ...

Yes. Round tube aluminum Treks are nice rides.

Not worth $325 in today's market. FMV is half that or less.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

Trek 500 Tri Series, $85, Milwaukee FB

Looks like an '86, 22.5" or 24" frame. Should be Reynolds 531 DB.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/781726873348206
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,593
Posted By bargainguy

When it comes to anti-inflammatories / NSAIDs, I...

When it comes to anti-inflammatories / NSAIDs, I keep something in mind.

If you're taking these meds orally, that means you are using them systemically (whole body), and that you have to achieve a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-03-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 835
Posted By bargainguy

You're right, I should have been more specific. ...

You're right, I should have been more specific. I meant the 1996 and forward LeMonds back when they were a boutique brand of Trek, not the earlier Bilato-built bikes under his name.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-03-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 835
Posted By bargainguy

LeMond with lugs? I thought steel LeMonds were...

LeMond with lugs? I thought steel LeMonds were TIG-welded with unicrown forks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-29-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

62cm Gitane TdF, $200, Milwaukee FB

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/938602997660068
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,457
Posted By bargainguy

If you know the approximate size, model & year of...

If you know the approximate size, model & year of any particular bike you're looking for, I suggest making your needs known by posting a WTB: ad somewhere. It could be here, FB, CL, etc.

It's a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 682
Posted By bargainguy

The 1990 catalog shows the ST1000, ST600 and...

The 1990 catalog shows the ST1000, ST600 and ST400 all have forks with low rider bosses:

https://vintagecannondale.com/year/1990/1990.pdf

Only the ST1000 included both racks. Photo of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,579
Posted By bargainguy

If that's the 24" front wheel variant of the...

If that's the 24" front wheel variant of the Terry, I'd pass.

While these are wonderful frames with razor-sharp steering from the smaller front wheel, it's just too difficult to source 24" tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

54cm Specialized Roubaix $375, Milwaukee CL: ...

54cm Specialized Roubaix $375, Milwaukee CL:

https://milwaukee.craigslist.org/bik/d/delafield-full-carbon-specialized/7718231127.html
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-16-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,058
Posted By bargainguy

If it were me, I'd suggest starting with anything...

If it were me, I'd suggest starting with anything but the giant auction site. Lots of stock, but you never know what you're getting until it shows up, and it can be a hassle to return.

If you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,285
Posted By bargainguy

If you don't mind rim brakes and downtube...

If you don't mind rim brakes and downtube shifters, your $500 budget will go a long way.

If you try for something more modern - say brifters and / or disc brakes - $500 might get you there, but it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,115
Posted By bargainguy

Giant agrees to sell kids and mountain bikes at Dick's-owned specialty stores

https://bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2024/02/11/giant-agrees-sell-kids-and-mountain-bikes-dicks-specialty-stores

From the press release:

Giant said Dick's has pursued the brand for five...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-12-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,058
Posted By bargainguy

The frame has seen a fair amount of use. Note...

The frame has seen a fair amount of use. Note the rub marks on either side of the head tube - typically where the housing rubs up against the frame. It spent a lot of its life as a multispeed...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,012
Posted By bargainguy

Save your money. These water "scams" all...

Save your money.

These water "scams" all claim that regular water isn't good enough for you, you need ours.

Unless your water supply is somehow tainted (either pH or substance), you're fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,420,360
Posted By bargainguy

The Bottecchia is listed as 64cm ST, 60cm TT. ...

The Bottecchia is listed as 64cm ST, 60cm TT. That's a pretty short top tube if you're 6'4. Do you have any idea of what top tube length works for you?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-03-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,369
Posted By bargainguy

I'm not inspired by this design. How is that...

I'm not inspired by this design.

How is that a Tiagra derailleur when it's clearly marked Tourney?

Is the front caliper brake mounted behind the fork because the rack blocks the front?

The...
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