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09-08-10, 08:50 AM
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BIKE - $1 (BURLINGTON)
Date: 2010-09-08, 12:44AM EDT
Reply to: sale-9rana-1942311331@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I do not know the brand or size. Sorry no pics available. Best offer over $100
Location: BURLINGTON
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PostingID: 1942311331
Date: 2010-09-08, 12:44AM EDT
Reply to: sale-9rana-1942311331@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I do not know the brand or size. Sorry no pics available. Best offer over $100
Location: BURLINGTON
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
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09-08-10, 09:28 AM
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Maybe I've been trying too hard...
BIKE - $1 (BURLINGTON)
Date: 2010-09-08, 12:44AM EDT
Reply to: sale-9rana-1942311331@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I do not know the brand or size. Sorry no pics available. Best offer over $100
Location: BURLINGTON
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1942311331
Date: 2010-09-08, 12:44AM EDT
Reply to: sale-9rana-1942311331@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I do not know the brand or size. Sorry no pics available. Best offer over $100
Location: BURLINGTON
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1942311331
09-09-10, 11:51 AM
#2928
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Selling a single, used rim for more than it costs new...? That's lame.
a link to the manufacturers site.
$120
Gold H & Son Rim (1, NOT a set)
32 spoke hole
650c size tire
(see my other ads if you're interested in a hub for it)
Gold H & Son Rim (1, NOT a set)
32 spoke hole
650c size tire
(see my other ads if you're interested in a hub for it)
09-09-10, 04:20 PM
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09-09-10, 07:26 PM
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09-09-10, 08:36 PM
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09-10-10, 09:36 AM
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Vintage Bertoni Italian Road Bike - New Condition - $445 (Santa Monica)
Date: 2010-09-10, 8:27AM PDT
Reply to: sale-yveav-1946477646@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
1987 Bertoni Nuovitalia, made in Italy. 47cm steel frame, blue.
New condition - original owner.
Columbus Matrix tubing, Shimano 600 components, Mavic wheels, Universal brakes.
PostingID: 1946477646
Date: 2010-09-10, 8:27AM PDT
Reply to: sale-yveav-1946477646@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
1987 Bertoni Nuovitalia, made in Italy. 47cm steel frame, blue.
New condition - original owner.
Columbus Matrix tubing, Shimano 600 components, Mavic wheels, Universal brakes.
- Location: Santa Monica
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09-10-10, 09:51 AM
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I had to click on this ad, obvious typo:
"12 Speed Swin Road Bike"
I figured the text of the ad would straighten the mixup out. Sure enough it did:
"12 speed swine road bike excellent condition"
This bike sounds like a real pig...
https://tricities.craigslist.org/bik/1930573977.html
"12 Speed Swin Road Bike"
I figured the text of the ad would straighten the mixup out. Sure enough it did:
"12 speed swine road bike excellent condition"
This bike sounds like a real pig...
https://tricities.craigslist.org/bik/1930573977.html
09-15-10, 01:29 AM
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https://mankato.craigslist.org/bik/1951004038.html
You are looking at a 2009 trek fx 7.0 scheels edition hybrid with road handlebars and friction shifters. It is in great shape with normal wear. Great commuter bike or very comfortable for longer rides.
225
Well, umm let see....
You are looking at a 2009 trek fx 7.0 scheels edition hybrid with road handlebars and friction shifters. It is in great shape with normal wear. Great commuter bike or very comfortable for longer rides.
225
Well, umm let see....
09-15-10, 10:46 AM
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Here is one I saw today, trying to snag a fish!! 
https://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-Vintage-RAL...item255cfbe1d5
They are asking almost $1500 for this bike...IMO, the bike seems to be worth about $100, if not less..
Correct me if I am wrong..
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https://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-Vintage-RAL...item255cfbe1d5
They are asking almost $1500 for this bike...IMO, the bike seems to be worth about $100, if not less..
Correct me if I am wrong..
09-15-10, 10:55 AM
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Here is one I saw today, trying to snag a fish!!
https://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-Vintage-RAL...item255cfbe1d5
They are asking almost $1500 for this bike...IMO, the bike seems to be worth about $100, if not less..
Correct me if I am wrong..
https://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-Vintage-RAL...item255cfbe1d5
They are asking almost $1500 for this bike...IMO, the bike seems to be worth about $100, if not less..
Correct me if I am wrong..
09-15-10, 11:23 AM
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You're right. This is a Raleigh Gran Sport from the early '80s. The Gran Sport was a low to mid-range bike. The 1970s version has Reynolds 531 tubing, but at 27lbs it was on the heavy side. I'd pay $200 to $300 for it if it was a 1970s model, as I'm looking to pick up a 1970s Gran Sport. However, this one is from the 1980s, no Reynolds 531 tubing and made in Japan, so I wouldn't give them tuppence for it.
09-15-10, 12:08 PM
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By the term fish I meant somebody "that doesn't know much"..So, to put it all together, somebody who doesn't know much (what I called a "fish")would pay the $1500 for that bike..
Understand?
09-15-10, 12:09 PM
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You're right. This is a Raleigh Gran Sport from the early '80s. The Gran Sport was a low to mid-range bike. The 1970s version has Reynolds 531 tubing, but at 27lbs it was on the heavy side. I'd pay $200 to $300 for it if it was a 1970s model, as I'm looking to pick up a 1970s Gran Sport. However, this one is from the 1980s, no Reynolds 531 tubing and made in Japan, so I wouldn't give them tuppence for it.
09-15-10, 03:12 PM
#2940
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Where to start...? I'm usually all for coloured components and other tackiness but this has got to be one of the ugliest bikes I've ever seen. A dork disc on a single speed (although it is one of my favourites) from an old Sekine, didn't bother to remove the small chain ring, ugly pedals, the chain, the tape, the price ($225) the whole thing. Yuck.
Link To Ad
Peugeot Single Speed
Blue Peugeot Sport road bike
In very good condition. Great for cruising around this fall. Good fit for someone 5'5-5'11.
Blue Peugeot Sport road bike
In very good condition. Great for cruising around this fall. Good fit for someone 5'5-5'11.
Link To Ad
09-15-10, 09:22 PM
#2942
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Someone has a sense of humor:
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1953604455.html
RE: BIG BIKE SALE - good bikes! - $50 (danville / san ramon) (danville / san ramon)
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Date: 2010-09-14, 10:16AM PDT
Reply to: sale-tcm4e-1953604455@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
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I am having a quick bike sale to unload some trash (about 10-20) that I don't want to cart around or stick in storage.
I have several different pieces of crap available - several Treks, Bianchi, KHS, GT, CCM, Kent, Schwinn, Roadmaster, Huffy. I'm telling you what kind they are because you'll never know by looking at them.
Mountain Bikes, Cruisers, Vintage, Road Bikes, Hybrids, men and womens
Nothing even close to rideable, but some pretty rusty bikes at a good price. A few might just need a shovel to bury them.
Most of the god bikes are $50-100. There are a bunch of cheaper bikes as well but you can't tell the difference.
Call me ASAP if you want to come take a look at a bunch of old, rusty, dirty bikes laying in the dirt. I will probably only be around until this evening or tomorrow, so act fast!
I am in the Danville Area, right off of the 680.
Darren
512-xxxxxxxxxx
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https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1953604455.html
RE: BIG BIKE SALE - good bikes! - $50 (danville / san ramon) (danville / san ramon)
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Date: 2010-09-14, 10:16AM PDT
Reply to: sale-tcm4e-1953604455@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
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I am having a quick bike sale to unload some trash (about 10-20) that I don't want to cart around or stick in storage.
I have several different pieces of crap available - several Treks, Bianchi, KHS, GT, CCM, Kent, Schwinn, Roadmaster, Huffy. I'm telling you what kind they are because you'll never know by looking at them.
Mountain Bikes, Cruisers, Vintage, Road Bikes, Hybrids, men and womens
Nothing even close to rideable, but some pretty rusty bikes at a good price. A few might just need a shovel to bury them.
Most of the god bikes are $50-100. There are a bunch of cheaper bikes as well but you can't tell the difference.
Call me ASAP if you want to come take a look at a bunch of old, rusty, dirty bikes laying in the dirt. I will probably only be around until this evening or tomorrow, so act fast!
I am in the Danville Area, right off of the 680.
Darren
512-xxxxxxxxxx
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....... there - fixed it for ya
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09-17-10, 10:25 AM
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I am not sure if the seat tube is 62cm... but the stem is close
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/bik/1957120935.html
Trek 1220 Aluminum Road Bike 62cm - $425 (Garden Home-SW Portland)
--Great Condition!!
--$425 OBO
--62 cm
--21 speed
--not a lot of miles on the bike
--dark purple
--small bag mounted under seat
-- 2 spare tire tubes
--2 water-bottle cages mounted on bike
--compact tire pump included and mounted on bike
--currently set up for individual that is 6’ 7” with custom handlebar stem and extended seat post but original handlebar stem and seat post are with the bike and would just need to get changed out.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/bik/1957120935.html
Trek 1220 Aluminum Road Bike 62cm - $425 (Garden Home-SW Portland)
--Great Condition!!
--$425 OBO
--62 cm
--21 speed
--not a lot of miles on the bike
--dark purple
--small bag mounted under seat
-- 2 spare tire tubes
--2 water-bottle cages mounted on bike
--compact tire pump included and mounted on bike
--currently set up for individual that is 6’ 7” with custom handlebar stem and extended seat post but original handlebar stem and seat post are with the bike and would just need to get changed out.
- Location: Garden Home-SW Portland
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09-17-10, 01:49 PM
#2944
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"Love is not the dying moan of a distant violin, it’s the triumphant twang of a bedspring."
S. J. Perelman
"Love is not the dying moan of a distant violin, it’s the triumphant twang of a bedspring."
S. J. Perelman
09-17-10, 08:18 PM
#2946
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"It is not that bad and should not affect the ride."
https://cgi.ebay.com/1960-s-LEGNANO-B...item3360fe1f02
https://cgi.ebay.com/1960-s-LEGNANO-B...item3360fe1f02
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09-17-10, 09:05 PM
#2947
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09-18-10, 06:42 AM
#2948
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I bet that front brake works great! It makes you wonder about the rest of the bike, hehe.,,,,BD
https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/1960127527.html
https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/1960127527.html
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09-18-10, 06:51 AM
#2949
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Not wacky in a numbskull way, just funky and pretty wacky. I'd find it hard not to buy it, if I was still in Houston.,,,,BD
https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/1958494692.html
https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/1958494692.html
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09-19-10, 08:53 PM
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This Raleigh might be a nice bike, but $5000? I think not.
https://cgi.ebay.com/1980-Raliegh-Pro...item33610ad949
https://cgi.ebay.com/1980-Raliegh-Pro...item33610ad949