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Old 04-15-20, 03:31 PM
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I know it's the wrong timing, but anyone in the South Bay Area (San Jose, specifically Almaden)? It's only a frame, so I could easily live without it.
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Old 05-09-20, 05:35 AM
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WOW! I just went looking for my original post to update it. I got to looking at some of the member names on the first few pages. Los of great guys we never seem to hear from Khatful (he bought a great Fuji frome me), RobE (I think he bought my Equinox), Robtown (pretty sure he bought a Rossin frame from me, and actually drove to my house from Virginia to get it), Oregon SouthPaw, jet SancheZ, Rat Fink, 23Skidoo, DRietz and so many others.

I know life, and other things, get in my way from posting here for stretches but some of these great guys have been MIA for years.
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Old 05-19-20, 10:52 PM
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Looking for help in Richmond. I'm in a hotel up in DC with a ticking time bomb family situation so I cannot get down there today or tomorrow but could by the weekend.

I'm trying to get this: https://www.bikeforums.net/21485828-post55969.html

I'm willing to pay asking $$ if it's as good as it looks and could reasonably go to $200 if we need to twist arms. I've emailed the seller but without response so far. I can do paypal to you or the seller if that eases pain.
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Old 05-23-20, 12:49 PM
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Richmond, VA facilitator wanted

Hey guys, anyone who could facilitate a Miyata Triplecross for me? I need a bike to ride for exercise (and mental health) and this would be perfect for all roads and dirt. It also has a short top tube for its size which I need and is very hard for me to find. I have ridiculously long legs for my height.

I'm hoping someone could check the frame integrity since there is a kickstand on it. And also make sure the size is either 60cm or 63cm ctt. Both will work but not anything shorter. Ctt is how Miyata showed these as measured. It looks like the components aren't all stock but I don't mind, I have my own I'll put on if needed. I'm most interested in the frame since most production frames are hard for me to fit.

I'm in Charlotte, NC so you'd have to drop off the bike at a shop to get packed and shipped for me. I used to be in Durham, NC which is not a far drive, but Charlotte is just too far to drive to Richmond.

I have an old, not very worn pair of Defeet socks with the Rowlett's logo on them as a thank you! 😉 I used to live in Richmond 20 years ago and went to Rowlett's a fair bit. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by machinist42

Vintage Road Bike - $55 (Richmond)

Posted 2020-05-23 09:37


"Miyata road bike - I don't see a size anywhere on it, but it is pretty large. I am 6' 1" and I would say it is probably only for those 6' and taller.
- Comes with the attached bag/pouch
- Stored indoors
- I have not ridden it in about 8 years. It rode well prior to being hung up.
- The tires are flat and I can't seem to find a pump, so bring your own if you would like to test it out.

bicycle frame material: other/unknown

bicycle type: road
frame size: unknown
wheel size: other/unknown"

https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...129010855.html
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Old 05-23-20, 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by CroManganMan
Hey guys, anyone who could facilitate a Miyata Triplecross for me? I need a bike to ride for exercise (and mental health) and this would be perfect for all roads and dirt. It also has a short top tube for its size which I need and is very hard for me to find. I have ridiculously long legs for my height.

I'm hoping someone could check the frame integrity since there is a kickstand on it. And also make sure the size is either 60cm or 63cm ctt. Both will work but not anything shorter. Ctt is how Miyata showed these as measured. It looks like the components aren't all stock but I don't mind, I have my own I'll put on if needed. I'm most interested in the frame since most production frames are hard for me to fit.

I'm in Charlotte, NC so you'd have to drop off the bike at a shop to get packed and shipped for me. I used to be in Durham, NC which is not a far drive, but Charlotte is just too far to drive to Richmond.

I have an old, not very worn pair of Defeet socks with the Rowlett's logo on them as a thank you! 😉 I used to live in Richmond 20 years ago and went to Rowlett's a fair bit. Thanks!

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That's one of those that needs to get jumped on right away. It's gone, gone, gone...
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Old 05-23-20, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by curbtender
That's one of those that needs to get jumped on right away. It's gone, gone, gone...
I kinda figured that at that price and how much people like Miyatas. Oh well. Thanks for the update curbtender !
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Old 05-24-20, 12:26 PM
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Help appreciated SE of Pittsburgh.Please email or PM. https://www.bikeforums.net/21494320-post56091.html
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Old 06-02-20, 12:47 PM
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Anyone in the Green Bay/Two Rivers area who could pick this up? I'm in Madison and wouldn't be able to get up there until Saturday and don't want to miss out on this.

https://greenbay.craigslist.org/bik/...134139457.html
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Old 06-04-20, 04:09 AM
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Anyone near North Providence, Rhode Island that can pick up a bicycle, box it up, and ship it to me in Tulsa, OK?
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Old 06-17-20, 12:29 PM
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For anyone looking for help in LA, get in touch with malcala622 . He went way above and beyond to help me get a special bike. I was nervous finding a facilitator to handle a significant transaction, but connecting with Miquel was awesome. I'd trust him with any sale or purchase.

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Old 07-06-20, 09:18 PM
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Anyone is Seattle willing to help me facilitate a bike to the midwest? I'll dedicate my first ride to you! The bike is on the south side of Seattle.
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Old 07-09-20, 01:12 PM
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Anyone willing to pick-up a Cannondale near Stow, OH (closest large city Akron, OH) and can box it, and ship it to me through Bike Flights?
I can contact Bike Flights to pay for shipping, send you a label, and schedule pick-up from your place.
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Old 07-09-20, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by SpeedofLite
Anyone willing to pick-up a Cannondale near Stow, OH (closest large city Akron, OH) and can box it, and ship it to me through Bike Flights?
I can contact Bike Flights to pay for shipping, send you a label, and schedule pick-up from your place.

Bikeflights lately has gotten more expensive. A cheaper shipping option would be Shipbikes.
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Old 07-09-20, 09:31 PM
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Bikeflights lately has gotten more expensive. A cheaper shipping option would be Shipbikes.
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I'm wondering if anyone is willing to get this frame for me and ship it to N1R 2H6 in Ontario, Canada?

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/b...161861608.html

Thanks and cheers

Bump.

No one?

Cheers

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Old 07-21-20, 08:58 PM
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Anyone near the north side of Colorado Springs, CO that can pick up a bicycle, box it up, and ship it to me in Tulsa, OK?
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
WOW! I just went looking for my original post to update it. I got to looking at some of the member names on the first few pages. Los of great guys we never seem to hear from Khatful (he bought a great Fuji frome me), RobE (I think he bought my Equinox), Robtown (pretty sure he bought a Rossin frame from me, and actually drove to my house from Virginia to get it), Oregon SouthPaw, jet SancheZ, Rat Fink, 23Skidoo, DRietz and so many others.

I know life, and other things, get in my way from posting here for stretches but some of these great guys have been MIA for years.
I know I have been in and out, but yeah, I have not seen any posts from them in a long time. Makes me feel older than my bikes.
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This is a Grail Bike for me if I can get the frameset. I've always wanted one and I can afford this one IF I can get someone to get it and ship it to me in Ontario, Canada.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/b...161861608.html

Anyone willing to facilitate it?

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Edit. Never mind as it's been sold.

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Old 08-02-20, 08:08 PM
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Anyone near South Milwaukee, WI that can pick up a bicycle, box it up, and ship it to me in Tulsa, OK? I'm missing out on a lot of good bikes. No good used bikes for sale in my area.
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Old 08-03-20, 06:01 AM
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There is a Schwinn Super Tourer on eBay that I am interested in, anyone able to facilitate from Perkasie PA to Lancaster, Pa
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-197...e/303473748449
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Originally Posted by jafran456
Anyone near the north side of Colorado Springs, CO that can pick up a bicycle, box it up, and ship it to me in Tulsa, OK?

I could still use some help in Colorado Springs if anyone is available. Thanks.
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Looking for anyone who can help facilitate pickup (and preferably shipping too) in the Los Angeles Agoura Hills / Thousand Oaks area.

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Looking for anyone who can help facilitate pickup (and preferably shipping too) in the Los Angeles Agoura Hills / Thousand Oaks area.

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I'm about 1 hour from Agoura Hills/Thousand Oaks. I can help if you dont get someone closer. What's the item?
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I'm about 1 hour from Agoura Hills/Thousand Oaks. I can help if you dont get someone closer. What's the item?
There's a seller with a warehouse of retired LimeBikes, including a few of the electric Lime-Es. Brand new. I've wanted to add one to the Bike Share Museum for a while now.

Just found out the price is $600 though, so it may have to wait. That'll easily balloon to $8-900 by the time its here.

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cudak888 Oh man that's steep for an ebike. If anything else pops up let me know


I can help in Los Angeles, Inland, and Orange counties.

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