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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-18, 03:30 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Shh! Someone will accuse you of being...

Shh! Someone will accuse you of being homophobic! What do you have against homonyms?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-17, 09:10 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I don't think it moves laterally: From...

I don't think it moves laterally:


From this review (http://www.bikeradar.com/us/gear/category/bikes/mountain-bikes/product/review-slingshot-farmboy-07-19903/) of the Farmboy.

Google turned up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-17, 08:27 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Used Bar Tape!

Things that make you go "hmmm?"

FELT USED BAR WRAP HANDLE BAR TAPE BLACK (http://www.ebay.com/itm/FELT-USED-BAR-WRAP-HANDLE-BAR-TAPE-BLACK-/271160626276?hash=item3f226ecc64:g:NCMAAOxyQj9RJ66H)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-17, 01:45 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I see your Murray, and raise you this Sessions...

I see your Murray, and raise you this Sessions Trials bike frame:
https://images.craigslist.org/00p0p_tZEsCzsLlm_1200x900.jpg

Not sure it belongs in Wacky, but you don't see one ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Actually a nice bike at a reasonable price but...

Actually a nice bike at a reasonable price but pro-level puffery makes this one wacky (https://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/6212962571.html):


Rare and Hard to find, unless you know about the 11...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-17, 01:06 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

It's an awesome bicycle

(Which was butchered into a Fixie/SS, then ridden through the Red Clay of Georgia and put away dirty.) Only $130 (https://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/6204801390.html)!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-17, 07:16 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I do not understand people who list high end...

I do not understand people who list high end bikes and/or want premium prices, but cannot clean the bike before taking pictures.
http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/i6AAAOSw9GhYjI5M/s-l1600.jpg

Vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-17, 10:53 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Nuff said...

Nuff said (https://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/6183368699.html)?
https://images.craigslist.org/00g0g_frpEDo7nVgF_1200x900.jpg

Aero fork, for that windswept look!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-17, 10:36 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

If that double-decker were local, I'd meet up...

If that double-decker were local, I'd meet up just to see the seller try to ride it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-17, 01:23 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Single mom with curious kids & no privacy or...

Single mom with curious kids & no privacy or personal time?

Actually, being SF, Single Parent is just as possible.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-17, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Google Image search says the picture also appears...

Google Image search says the picture also appears here (http://www.mrmartinweb.com/bicycle.html).

Seller forgot the "Picture for Illustration Only" disclaimer. Sort of like the food labels that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-17, 11:36 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

For $1000 shipping, I expect them to drive it to...

For $1000 shipping, I expect them to drive it to my house in a heated van, in a crate made of Mahogany and Walnut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-17, 12:24 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

There are some CL postings I just treat as...

There are some CL postings I just treat as performance art. Most, you can discern the flavor of malfunction, others, you ask yourself, "What color is the sky on his planet?"



Well, if only one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-17, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Bikes, apparently.

Bikes, apparently.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-17, 11:38 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Motobecane

Seeing these pictures (http://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/5989242564.html), my first thought is, "What are they hiding?"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-17, 11:11 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

It's a national program run by the Federal...

It's a national program run by the Federal Government (FCC) called Lineline (https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/lifeline-support-affordable-communications).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-17, 01:50 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Pretty Sure you're gonna need a seat too

MAKE AN OFFER- Huffy Frame, Add Wheels and go! (http://columbus.craigslist.org/bop/5967042506.html)

https://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_2UO7MSYocxl_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-17, 01:48 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Counterfeit Cannondale

The "RARE" Nashbar Cyclocross Steel (with cannondale stickers), but at least he admits it in the ad (http://columbus.craigslist.org/bop/5941369240.html):...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-17, 02:07 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Embrace the power of "and". :lol:

Embrace the power of "and". :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-16, 11:39 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

He went full taco. You never go full taco.

He went full taco. You never go full taco.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-16, 10:58 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Great Deal on a Bianchi Veloce frame!

$60 + $40 shipping
No bids, go figure!



http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/TooAAOSwiONYNd7V/s-l1600.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-16, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

So many people forget to add that...

So many people forget to add that "ground-to-the-top-of-seat-with-the-measuring-tape-at-an-angle" photo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-16, 12:17 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Rare Buddy Side by Side Tandem

At $100, it might be worth it just for the novelty (http://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/5843572561.html)...

https://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_1I6DsrCE5FB_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-16, 02:31 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Ah, yes, the "SchwinnVisible TM". ...

Ah, yes, the "SchwinnVisible TM".
https://dov5cor25da49.cloudfront.net/products/6688/195x300design_01.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-16, 02:59 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

"Never ride, just sits in the garage. $100" ...

"Never ride, just sits in the garage. $100"

Marketing is not this guy's forte.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-16, 10:31 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

One question - "What was he thinking?" "Low...

One question - "What was he thinking?"
"Low miles, only used for 4th of July Parades!"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-16, 01:49 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

ANTIGRAVITY BIKE FOR SALE GREAT FOR KITCHEN...

ANTIGRAVITY BIKE FOR SALE GREAT FOR KITCHEN USE!!!!!

Amiright?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-16, 09:23 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Boy, that's really weird. A promo bike that...

Boy, that's really weird. A promo bike that isn't listed at RARE COLLECTIBLE LOOOK! and priced at 3x market. About once a month we see a $400 folding Marlboro or similar. The fact that you won the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-16, 11:06 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I like Kenda tires, because they offer good value...

I like Kenda tires, because they offer good value and I'm cheap. But as an 'upgrade'? Maybe as in, "Hey, these don't have holes in them!"

At least the chain matches the seat and pedals!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-16, 02:37 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Here's a '80s: ...

Here's a '80s:
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c342/sportyrb/1980%20Schwinn%20Cruiser/80cruiser1.jpg

The tires look similar. If it is a restoration, it wasn't period correct.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Aluminum is practically the same as titanium,...

Aluminum is practically the same as titanium, because, um.

It's a fourteen speed. Maybe he added an 11 speed, yeah, that's the ticket.

Overpriced? That's only $41 more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-16, 12:30 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Almost sounds like "Best selection in town! I...

Almost sounds like "Best selection in town! I have a van, bolt cutters, and drive through campus several times a day!"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-16, 01:22 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

:lol: The handlebars don't look that wide, and...

:lol:
The handlebars don't look that wide, and look a little ahead of the pedals. I'm trying to imagine pedaling nearly bent in half, and not having my knees hit my elbows. Might be doable, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-16, 12:49 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I notice he didn't post a picture of himself...

I notice he didn't post a picture of himself riding this...

http://images.craigslist.org/01111_f8icMbKNdOb_1200x900.jpg

Unless your knuckles drag the ground, I'm not sure you could!

slammed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-16, 02:31 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Did I forget the sarcasm tag? Sorry. Yes,...

Did I forget the sarcasm tag? Sorry.

Yes, the joke is that bikes do not make homophobic comments. Presumably the CL seller intended to say that he, not the bike, was gay friendly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-16, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

18" 5-Speed Land Rover-5 Univega Mountain Bike Gay Friendly

18" 5-Speed Land Rover-5 Univega Mountain Bike Gay Friendly

From a local pawn shop:
http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_gzFv6NKmvxc_1200x900.jpg


I might have to buy this. I hate it when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Interesting Bike, Cranky Seller

Too many flakey encounters on CL, but still dipping into the pool?



For the right person, the bike might be worth dealing with him:

59cm Schwinn Super Sport SL Reynolds 853 - $500...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-16, 11:14 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Yeah, but finding matching "unirail" seats is a...

Yeah, but finding matching "unirail" seats is a bother.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-16, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Niiice. Good thing he used that fluted seat post...

Niiice. Good thing he used that fluted seat post to save weight. I was hoping the lever or step bar worked a dumping action on the bed, but I don't think so. Hmmm, if I painted it bright yellow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-16, 12:54 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I think that should actually be advertised as...

I think that should actually be advertised as "Easily moved lawn chair". Those back wheels look like they came off a lawn mower, but the bearings scream "little red wagon".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-16, 11:40 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

It was easier to add a caption than fix it and...

It was easier to add a caption than fix it and take another (http://www.ebay.com/itm/1993-Trek-8300-Composite-Mountain-Bike-/201568670101?hash=item2eee6dd195:g:pTgAAOSwr41XIfxd) picture
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-16, 06:39 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

What kind of a crank would turn a piston rod into...

What kind of a crank would turn a piston rod into a bike?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-16, 12:48 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

I'll take "Bad Bike Photos for $300, Alex" ...

I'll take "Bad Bike Photos for $300, Alex"

Cannondale H-500Mens Touring Bicycle - $250 (Columbus) (http://columbus.craigslist.org/bik/5450116533.html)
505295


Three photos, none of which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-16, 10:02 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Incentive to ride quickly, so the wheels turn...

Incentive to ride quickly, so the wheels turn into a blur of grey and red!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-16, 01:00 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Not nearly as cool as riding a Giant Iguana!

Not nearly as cool as riding a Giant Iguana!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-16, 08:41 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Round here, they have a 50 ml bottle of patron...

Round here, they have a 50 ml bottle of patron for about $8, so you save a whole $2!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-16, 10:30 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Double your nothing back!

Double your nothing back!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-16, 03:25 PM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

You should offer to sell him an "s" for $5, so he...

You should offer to sell him an "s" for $5, so he can have a bad a* bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-15, 09:50 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Speaking of gems... 493433

Speaking of gems...
493433
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-15, 08:28 AM
Replies: 22,351
Views: 4,688,006
Posted By SloButWide

Is it that unrealistic? It seems to be in line...

Is it that unrealistic? It seems to be in line with what they've sold for in the past on eBay. Of course, you'd have to convert it back from fixie, but the original parts are included.
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