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03-16-15, 01:47 PM
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The price isn't too bad. It would look good with one of the larger commercial rolls. Stability?
The brake is in case the cat starts playing with it.
03-16-15, 02:14 PM
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Velcro Bike Rack Anybody?
I will say that the seller provided a good list of parts, but it is an awfully expensive build for an $800 frame.
I will say that the seller provided a good list of parts, but it is an awfully expensive build for an $800 frame.
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03-16-15, 03:54 PM
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03-16-15, 04:49 PM
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03-16-15, 07:52 PM
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Lose the kickstand, dude! The light mount is probably to keep you from breaking any teeth on your handlebars on an emergency stop. Despite its very pedestrian component group, it is Campy-based. I think this bike is probably ashamed to be seen in public...
One thing that attracts me to these pre-bike-boom European bikes (but especially the Italians) is that even the cheaper ones are nicely finished, even if the tubing is gas pipe. Chrome socks and head lugs are par for the course.
Vintage Peugeot Cinelli Garlatti Road Bike Vintage Campy Chrome Lugged | eBay
One thing that attracts me to these pre-bike-boom European bikes (but especially the Italians) is that even the cheaper ones are nicely finished, even if the tubing is gas pipe. Chrome socks and head lugs are par for the course.
Vintage Peugeot Cinelli Garlatti Road Bike Vintage Campy Chrome Lugged | eBay
03-17-15, 04:00 AM
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Instead of running all over town spending my hard earned money on bikes at flea markets and pawn shops, maybe I ought to try this???
,,,,BD
In need of 2 free bicycles
,,,,BDIn need of 2 free bicycles
03-17-15, 04:19 AM
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Well, fortunately there is a FREE bicycle in Bend, Oregon.
A little on the small size, but hopefully the person is flexible with their requirements.
And, yes, I can ride a bike this small... but not for very far.
There are plenty of bikes for less than $50 for sale at the local thrift stores. But most of them need a little tinkering.
03-17-15, 08:42 PM
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03-18-15, 09:29 AM
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Then I moved to Corvallis, and started seeing these bicycles named after an SUV all over the place. I had a bunch of weird theories about what they are and where they came from. I was really disappointed to learn they were just a wally-world special.
03-18-15, 10:01 AM
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03-18-15, 11:02 AM
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Yeah, the first time I saw one I assumed that it must have come as some sort of package option with the SUV, but then I started seeing more and more of them, and realized that couldn't be the case.
03-18-15, 12:39 PM
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What an odd bike. The paint work and decal work is excellent.
Being a lugged frame, I'd be curious to see close-ups of the head tube lug and the seat tube lug (which both still appear to be on the frame, but without enough detail to see how they were repaired).
It has been proudly hanging on a wall in my home for the many weeks i have owned it.
It may actually be worth putting an offer in on it... more for curiosity than anything else.
03-18-15, 12:57 PM
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Forget the fact that this is a low end, alcohol branded fixie. They took 4 subtly different non-dive side photos. That's the current record.
Brand New Collectors UV Vodka Bike - $200 (Superior, WI)
Brand New Collectors UV Vodka Bike
Brand new one of a kind UV Vodka bike. This is a beautiful collectors bike. I won it in a contest. I will accept best offer too. It comes with a new lock too.
Thanks,
Ken
Brand New Collectors UV Vodka Bike - $200 (Superior, WI)
Brand New Collectors UV Vodka Bike
Brand new one of a kind UV Vodka bike. This is a beautiful collectors bike. I won it in a contest. I will accept best offer too. It comes with a new lock too.
Thanks,
Ken
03-18-15, 02:03 PM
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Not a bad deal if the components weren't damaged in the crash.
Might have been a roof rack/garage collision victim.
Might have been a roof rack/garage collision victim.
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OUCH!!!!
If that Specialized was local, I'd be on my way to pick it up right now.
It isn't' the top of the line, but the combined components are worth well over $125.
2 wheels.
Carbon Forks.
Are those 10s shifters?
The ad could use a better description of the components as I have no doubt the frame will be stripped. But it would make an excellent "donor bike" for a low cost frame up build.
If that Specialized was local, I'd be on my way to pick it up right now.
It isn't' the top of the line, but the combined components are worth well over $125.
2 wheels.
Carbon Forks.
Are those 10s shifters?
The ad could use a better description of the components as I have no doubt the frame will be stripped. But it would make an excellent "donor bike" for a low cost frame up build.
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Centurion Dave Scott Iron Man 61cm - like new -$900
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...919893551.html
Centurion Dave Scott Iron Man 61cm - like new -$900
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...919893551.html
03-18-15, 08:06 PM
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Pretty sure that specialized was stolen, and the frame damage came from forcing the u lock. I just can't physically see how the downtube would be buckled *outwards* any other way.
03-18-15, 09:32 PM
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If my bike was stolen, you can bet I'd be watching CL like a hawk!
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Centurion Dave Scott Iron Man 61cm - like new -$900
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...919893551.html
Centurion Dave Scott Iron Man 61cm - like new -$900
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...919893551.html
That bike is in super nice condition, but you're right, there's no way it's worth $900.