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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-06-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,348
Posted By LifeNovice1

I understand. I guess there's an aesthetic issue...

I understand. I guess there's an aesthetic issue that people here just like irrespective of actual ride quality. Maybe I'll take a look at it just to see what the fuss is about.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-04-23, 06:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By LifeNovice1

Thanks all! I love these older bikes. I love...

Thanks all! I love these older bikes. I love old tech, antennae tvs, etc. But it sounds like these may be miserable to ride on hills so maybe I should pass
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-04-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By LifeNovice1

Yah. I was going by the picture. Supposedly...

Yah. I was going by the picture. Supposedly those are the original tires...so +$60 for tires and tubes at the very least. I was reading a guys blog on these and I'm not sure it's going to work for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-03-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By LifeNovice1

Thanks for the info. I'm guessing at 5'10 the 21...

Thanks for the info. I'm guessing at 5'10 the 21 inch version is going to be too small? He wasn't very forthcoming about the size. Same goes for a "I think 1985" vintage Schwinn Super leTour. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-22, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 292
Posted By LifeNovice1

Good eye! That does look weird

Good eye! That does look weird
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 292
Posted By LifeNovice1

2011 Fuji Team Pro

Comes with a trainer. Shimano 105 components and Trek R500 wheels. Seems like a good deal for $450. Should I pull the trigger if it fits?
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-01-22, 09:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,482
Posted By LifeNovice1

Ok not sure how that answers my original question...

Ok not sure how that answers my original question but....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,464
Posted By LifeNovice1

This just in... Water is wet! Nice bike. But...

This just in... Water is wet!

Nice bike. But you forgot the brakes!

Also round wheels are better than square wheels
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,323
Posted By LifeNovice1

I can get both of these bikes for $80. Can I swap the wheels? Should I buy

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/770648080958541/

I can get both of these ZF bikes for $80. I know they aren't wabis but I just want something simple to ride around the neighborhood. The...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
08-26-22, 11:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,482
Posted By LifeNovice1

Yes I agree. I'd go as high as $80 if it were in...

Yes I agree. I'd go as high as $80 if it were in really good shape. I'd just buy a Walmart beach cruiser but I want to be more upright and still like to stand on the pedals. Plus I briefly had a...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
08-25-22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,482
Posted By LifeNovice1

Hate ebay. Long history with eBay. I was looking...

Hate ebay. Long history with eBay. I was looking more for suggestions on a frame and handlebars and components and price less than $200
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 880
Posted By LifeNovice1

That's perfect but $429???!! Geez.

That's perfect but $429???!! Geez.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 880
Posted By LifeNovice1

Want a Bike like this. Where can I get one?

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20220824_184848_2430f50b3e62ae16a571a09975670dce45b7bf0e.png
I'd like to either buy a bike like this or recreate one. I...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
08-24-22, 04:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,482
Posted By LifeNovice1

Want a Bike like this. Where can I get one?

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20220824_184848_36097172be130361ada36f2b05afa4b533c6b106.png
Sorry for the bad pic. But I want a bike like this one. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-22, 06:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

Good idea! I got screwed before on a similar...

Good idea! I got screwed before on a similar issue
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

Beautiful! It looks fast just sitting in the...

Beautiful! It looks fast just sitting in the track stand!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

He just added that he'd knock off $10 since no...

He just added that he'd knock off $10 since no pedals

Not that weight is that important but I wonder what the weight difference is
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

Yeah that's the direction I'm leaning in.

Yeah that's the direction I'm leaning in.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

The Raleigh is a Revenio 2.0. Aluminum. Sora...

The Raleigh is a Revenio 2.0. Aluminum. Sora Components. Fairly worn.

The Lemond is some fancy pants steel I think. Don't know the components.

The Lemond has no pedals. The Raleigh has SPD...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x1443/screenshot_20220726_160754_ac9f7e960af7afb2c24803b0d7ca1cca5304ddc4.png...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-22, 05:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By LifeNovice1

Which Bike For $200

Assuming they both fit, which is the better deal?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1023140418332872/

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1412987372553939/
Forum: Commuting
10-12-21, 04:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

Way to revive a 12 day old thread. Must be a...

Way to revive a 12 day old thread. Must be a slow day under the bridge.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-21, 07:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

​​​​​​ Thought that's what this forum is for,...

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Thought that's what this forum is for, too.
I'm just trying to figure out what bike I want without wasting money. Yes, I am indecisive. Yes, I realize I should just buy something. I have OCD...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

You seem to like to stalk my posts and be a dick....

You seem to like to stalk my posts and be a dick. Welcome to ignoresville, population: one dick named you.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 07:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

Those pictures are both under the same ad. I...

Those pictures are both under the same ad. I didn't take them. I don't know that much about bikes I guess. Hope my ignorance made you feel good about yourself.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

Why wouldn't you buy a road bike for downtown?...

Why wouldn't you buy a road bike for downtown? Because of the drops?

You could tell the age of the bike from the one picture? How? I think this is one of those bikes an older gentleman bought...
Forum: Commuting
09-29-21, 12:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

I need advice on certain bikes. Not on...

I need advice on certain bikes. Not on etiquette. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 10:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

I thought the handlebar shifters we're strange. ...

I thought the handlebar shifters we're strange. The Denali is the only other bike I have heard of that had it
Forum: Commuting
09-29-21, 09:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

Thanks so much for the USEFUL feedback! I will...

Thanks so much for the USEFUL feedback! I will probably buy it this weekend. Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
09-29-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

Guess you guys don't buy used bikes much. I've...

Guess you guys don't buy used bikes much. I've bought and sold a dozen and I will tell you that it is common practice to negotiate a price and ask questions before I drive an hour to see a bike. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 09:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20210929_112042_e4d104bb963b706f5ad1487bb4495c26d91cf6ed.png
They are including probably about $60 worth of random stuff...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-21, 09:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By LifeNovice1

2017 Giant Defy Aluxx "Road Bike" Should I Buy it For $300?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/572112823991450/

Is this worth $300 as an entry level road bike that I could ride downtown without worrying about it too much. The Revo shifters and...
Forum: Commuting
09-28-21, 04:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

What should I offer? She was asking $140 and...

What should I offer? She was asking $140 and grudgingly took $80. I'm kind of on the fence as I know what I'm getting and I'm debating getting a cruiser for $30 that I found
Forum: Commuting
09-27-21, 09:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,925
Posted By LifeNovice1

Talk Me Out of This Schwinn Wayfarer...Ok for $80?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1101162250361653/

Finally landed on this bike. I know newer Schwinn bikes don't get a lot of love...probably rightfully so but here's what I need it for....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 11:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

There's a clean old Schwinn letour but the owner...

There's a clean old Schwinn letour but the owner won't go below $150 which seems a little high but maybe I'll take it
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

Yeah he was vague on size. I'm no expert but it...

Yeah he was vague on size. I'm no expert but it looked big to me too. I'm 5'10 so maybe I'll pass
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

Cool. I'm out of town but hope to pick the bike...

Cool. I'm out of town but hope to pick the bike up Monday.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

Also would it be easy to trim the brake cables? ...

Also would it be easy to trim the brake cables? They look a little wonky
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 06:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

Here's a closeup. Doesnty look that bad to me. ...

Here's a closeup. Doesnty look that bad to me.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20210926_085152_aef41846f9155d2e854cb16c513fc7bd8e74074e.png...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 06:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/24078827...

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/240788271310575/

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20210926_083850_10a87829ff6769b84cb227f5b68043ef7032f7bc.png
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-26-21, 06:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,741
Posted By LifeNovice1

Nishiki Olympic with "A little Rust on Chain and Sprockets"

Kind of looking for a vintage steel Ten Speed. I can get this one for $60. Reading on here, it could be a solid commuter. But the rust on Chain....should I even bother to go see it?...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-23-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,886
Posted By LifeNovice1

By stem you mean where the handlebars go in? ...

By stem you mean where the handlebars go in? Where do you see a rear lock? Dutch? Cool. I get the impression that Dutch bikes are practical and made for real world use, not just fun and garage...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-23-21, 06:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,886
Posted By LifeNovice1

Can Anyone Identify This Cruiser?

I'm going to buy this hopefully in the next couple of days.
After agonizing over some very spendy bikes and sone MTN bikes I think I just want something simple that doesn't require $800 in...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-21, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,246
Posted By LifeNovice1

I don't. I guess what I'm asking is are there...

I don't. I guess what I'm asking is are there any rear racks this won't clip onto? I've noticed some side bars on the rear racks have more "stuff" on them. I'd really like to get one for $30 or...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-21, 08:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,246
Posted By LifeNovice1

Rear Rack Question

I am buying these panniers.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x2000/screenshot_20210922_100127_f4ea06a45200ce95f7fb0dab2c484d3afc8d8e05.png

Are there any racks that WONT...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 10:23 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,943
Posted By LifeNovice1

You are right. I don't know. Getting a tubeless...

You are right. I don't know. Getting a tubeless tire SOUNDS like it's harder to get the bead right without a compressor. You need a lot more pressure to get bead to seat right, sounds like you need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 10:05 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,943
Posted By LifeNovice1

You are right. I don't know. Getting a tubeless...

You are right. I don't know. Getting a tubeless tire SOUNDS like it's harder to get the bead right without a compressor. You need a lot more pressure to get bead to seat right, sounds like you need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,943
Posted By LifeNovice1

Seems like if I get a flat on the road it WOULD...

Seems like if I get a flat on the road it WOULD be a pretty big deal to me. Trying to remove a presta stem AND putting a tube in a tire not meant for it AND trying to get a tubeless tire to go back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,943
Posted By LifeNovice1

Lol...paralysis by analysis, right? Ok I'll do...

Lol...paralysis by analysis, right? Ok I'll do it. I've ridden enough crappy bikes, maybe it's time to buy myself something nice for a change.
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