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eBay / CraigsList finds - "Are you looking for one of these!?" Part II
07-21-22, 04:34 PM
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Odd ad, indeed. Maybe they don't want to offer local pickup because they are misrepresenting this bike. I've been consistently impressed with the Terry bikes that I've seen, and my wife rides a Terry Classic from about the same era as this bike. But there are a few mis-statements in this ad from the Goodwill folks in Boise.
The claims about the frameset and wheels may be true about the very pricey custom Georgena Terry bikes that you can order today at georgenaterry.com, but this Terry Prism from the late 80's is a nice enough Tange frame built in Japan not hand built in Waterford. And I'm pretty sure that that's a red Araya sticker on the rear wheel. Fine wheel, but it's inaccurate to say that this bike features Velocity wheels hand-built in Grand Rapids, Michigan. When this bike was built, Velocity was just getting started making water bottle cages in Australia.
The claims about the frameset and wheels may be true about the very pricey custom Georgena Terry bikes that you can order today at georgenaterry.com, but this Terry Prism from the late 80's is a nice enough Tange frame built in Japan not hand built in Waterford. And I'm pretty sure that that's a red Araya sticker on the rear wheel. Fine wheel, but it's inaccurate to say that this bike features Velocity wheels hand-built in Grand Rapids, Michigan. When this bike was built, Velocity was just getting started making water bottle cages in Australia.
Sometimes, the descriptions for bicycles are completely switched. I once saw a Voyagers description listed on a Kabuki and vice versa.
07-21-22, 04:46 PM
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Always hard to tell in pictures but looks like a dent in the top tube on the second "A" in Paramount
https://shopgoodwill.com/item/148438478
Manufacturer/Markings: Schwinn Paramount
Approximate Dimensions:
Length of bike 64"
Height with the seat 40" To the bar-34"
Handle bars 18" across
Condition: Bike has scratches, scuffs and marks. Needs a little TLC. The fenders don't seem to fit like they should. May just need straightened. Unknown if tires hold air
https://shopgoodwill.com/item/148438478
Vtg. Schwinn Paramount Touring/Racing Bike
Vintage Schwinn Paramount Touring/Racing Bike.Manufacturer/Markings: Schwinn Paramount
Approximate Dimensions:
Length of bike 64"
Height with the seat 40" To the bar-34"
Handle bars 18" across
Condition: Bike has scratches, scuffs and marks. Needs a little TLC. The fenders don't seem to fit like they should. May just need straightened. Unknown if tires hold air
07-21-22, 05:47 PM
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07-21-22, 05:47 PM
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07-21-22, 05:49 PM
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@chiefkurtz
"This can't be legit...can it?" - It can and is
Cannondale did indeed make a "Crest" bike, one of the BF members has one. Looks like it is in good shape and fairly priced.
I will leave fit and geometry to you
"This can't be legit...can it?" - It can and is
Cannondale did indeed make a "Crest" bike, one of the BF members has one. Looks like it is in good shape and fairly priced.
I will leave fit and geometry to you
07-21-22, 10:45 PM
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07-22-22, 03:58 AM
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1987 Trek Cirrus 520 - $275 (New Richmond, WI)
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07-22-22, 07:33 AM
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Posted 7 days ago but still listed and seems in very good shape
Says pick up but if it hasn't sold after a week, seller might ship
https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/b...509142297.html
Brooks swift Saddle - $75 (Sutter Creek)Brooks Swift Saddle in excellent condition!
Says pick up but if it hasn't sold after a week, seller might ship
https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/b...509142297.html
Brooks swift Saddle - $75 (Sutter Creek)Brooks Swift Saddle in excellent condition!
This saddle would be a great addition to any road bike or mountain bike.
This is the screamland version of the Brooks saddle design for road bikes. It very stylish black leather with brass rivets.
$75 you pick up.
07-22-22, 07:36 AM
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Posted 21 days ago under "parts" so might still be there.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/...503591585.html
Classic Motobecane Touring Road Bike - Suntour Cyclone - Brooks Saddle --
Excellent Condition! - Great Color
Lugged Steel Frame .. 100% Original
Suntour Cyclone Bar end Shifters
Normandy High Flange Hub Wheels
Front Storage Bag ..... 59CM .......
.. $148 with Original Seat ..
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/...503591585.html
Classic Motobecane Touring Road Bike - Suntour Cyclone - Brooks Saddle - $148 (Encinitas)
Classic Motobecane Touring Road Bike - Suntour Cyclone - Brooks Saddle --
Excellent Condition! - Great Color
Lugged Steel Frame .. 100% Original
Suntour Cyclone Bar end Shifters
Normandy High Flange Hub Wheels
Front Storage Bag ..... 59CM .......
.. $148 with Original Seat ..
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07-22-22, 08:34 AM
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07-22-22, 09:01 AM
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'86 Raleigh Grand Prix
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27 in racing bike
$60$85
Listed 45 weeks ago in Groton, MA
Details
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27 in racing bike
$60
Listed 45 weeks ago in Groton, MA
Details- Condition
Used - Good - Material
Chromoly - Brand
Raleigh USA
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07-22-22, 09:31 AM
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Dual Head repair stand - $150 - Orange, CA
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Is there a different section of the forum I should put these? or is this the right place?
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Is there a different section of the forum I should put these? or is this the right place?
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07-22-22, 09:41 AM
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07-22-22, 09:47 AM
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07-22-22, 09:52 AM
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07-22-22, 10:12 AM
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This is mine, from a few years ago. I replaced it with the Top-of-the-Range Canyon Express, but still have the frameset. The PO I bought this from had removed the "rainbow" stickers because he thought they looked "gay". But I'm pretty sure these are the same model year. I wouldn't pay $150 for that. Well heck, I wouldn't buy it at all.
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07-22-22, 11:42 AM
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(Not to mention, they're NOT "rainbow" colors....)
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07-22-22, 11:59 AM
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07-22-22, 12:28 PM
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Reminds me of a guy I encountered on a diesel truck forum who wouldn't use (actually flushed out) a particular brand/type of anti-freeze, specifically formulated with additives for diesel engines, highly recommended product for his truck.... because it was dyed pink.
(Not to mention, they're NOT "rainbow" colors....)
(Not to mention, they're NOT "rainbow" colors....)
07-22-22, 03:19 PM
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Something I've never seen.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...c-54d33d600739
Schwinn Mini Twinn Stingray
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Schwinn Mini Twinn Stingray
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07-22-22, 03:39 PM
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Paint is the best I have ever had on a bicycle.
if you are looking for a commuter or tourer, this is not it. If you want a sport bike to hold its own over 50 milers? You’ll love it.
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1987 Crest Cannondale, 1987 Basso Gap, 1992 Rossin Performance EL, 1990ish Van Tuyl, 1985 Trek 670, 1982 AD SLE, 2003 Pinarello Surprise, 1990ish MBK Atlantique, 1987 Peugeot Competition, 1987 Nishiki Tri-A, 1981 Faggin, 1996 Cannondale M500, 1984 Mercian, 1982 AD SuperLeicht, 1985 Massi (model unknown), 1988 Daccordi Griffe , 1989 Fauxsin MTB, 1981 Ciocc Mockba, 1992 Bianchi Giro, 1977 Colnago Super
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@chiefkurtz
"This can't be legit...can it?" - It can and is
Cannondale did indeed make a "Crest" bike, one of the BF members has one. Looks like it is in good shape and fairly priced.
I will leave fit and geometry to you
"This can't be legit...can it?" - It can and is
Cannondale did indeed make a "Crest" bike, one of the BF members has one. Looks like it is in good shape and fairly priced.
I will leave fit and geometry to you
Riding it is like a minty freshness...
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1987 Crest Cannondale, 1987 Basso Gap, 1992 Rossin Performance EL, 1990ish Van Tuyl, 1985 Trek 670, 1982 AD SLE, 2003 Pinarello Surprise, 1990ish MBK Atlantique, 1987 Peugeot Competition, 1987 Nishiki Tri-A, 1981 Faggin, 1996 Cannondale M500, 1984 Mercian, 1982 AD SuperLeicht, 1985 Massi (model unknown), 1988 Daccordi Griffe , 1989 Fauxsin MTB, 1981 Ciocc Mockba, 1992 Bianchi Giro, 1977 Colnago Super
07-22-22, 03:46 PM
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@SoCaled
Is there a different section of the forum I should put these? or is this the right place?
This is the best place. Someone is always looking and at that price it is a true FIND!
Is there a different section of the forum I should put these? or is this the right place?
This is the best place. Someone is always looking and at that price it is a true FIND!
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07-22-22, 05:08 PM
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https://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/bi...509540957.html
1980’s KNELLER Sport Custom Build w Campy Drivetrain (Classic!)
$690 or best offer
I really hate to be selling this wonderful 40-year-old bike. This is one of two classic, vintage, hand-built, custom bikes from the late 70's and early 80's that I will be listing here. Sadly, neither has been ridden for the past couple of years. Knee and back issues have taken their toll -- I need a wider gear range and I am no longer comfortable riding with drops. This KNELLER was my "go-fast" hill-climbing bike. The other (Ron Cooper custom frame) was my road touring bike. Both are treasures that I hate to part with.
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Hand-built in the early 1980’s, this is a KNELLER custom sport/race frame, designed and built by Mitch Kneller of Advanced Bicycle Engineering of Cambridge, MA. The workmanship on this frame is beautiful, with gorgeous tapered lugs and a bright red DuPont Imron enamel finish. I got this frame through my brother who was living near Cambridge at the time. He met Chris when they were first launching his new frame line. This one was apparently a show frame that was not originally intended for resale, so it does not have the usual decals. Apparently, part of the KNELLOR philosophy was to mix and match tubes of varying wall thicknesses to optimize the characteristics of each frame design. This frame may be all Reynolds tubing or possibly a mix of Reynolds and Columbus. It came to me with the Shimano Dura Ace brakes and headset; I outfitted the rest of the bike.
Check out the images carefully, as they are a key part of the description. Feel free to ask questions.
FRAME
Overall, the bike frame and components are really clean and in great shape. There are a few dings and rust spots on the frame. However, for the most part, the paint job has held up really well for a 40-year-old bicycle. The lug work is super clean, transitioning from lug to frame with nice tapered points. The lugs and on the rear stays at the brake cross has little triangular cutouts that are painted black to contrast. There is added reinforcement to stiffen the fork blades and chain stays. With a relatively short wheelbase and a fairly rigid rear triangle, this ends up being a very tight, stiff frame that is great for climbing.
I did go down hard a few times on this bike, but never was in a really bad crash with this bike. The frame seems to measure square and true. With a little adjustment, I was told it could probably accommodate a 6 or 7-speed freewheel with a narrow chain; I have not done that experiment yet.
I don't know what all the angles are on this frame and don’t have a good way of measuring them. However, here are the approximate frame dimensions, based on my measurements:
Frame Size: 21.75” (55cm)
Wheelbase: 38.5” (98cm)
Standover Height: 31.5” (80cm)
Top Tube: 21” ((53cm)
Chainstays: 16.5” (42cm)
Bottom Bracket Height: 9.75” (25cm)
Accessory Features: Downtube has brazed-on bosses for Campagnolo shift lever and a set of reinforced screw fittings (for water bottles, etc.); derailleur cable guides & stops.
COMPONENTS
The drivetrain is all Campy Nuovo Record. Everything is pretty clean, with a minimum amount of pitting, rust or dings.
DRIVETRAIN
Shift Levers: Campagnolo Nuovo Record down tube shifters
Derailleurs: Campagnolo Nuovo Record front and rear derailleurs
Bottom Bracket: Campagnolo Nuovo Record
Crankset: Campagnolo Nuovo Record with 170mm arms and 42/52-tooth chainrings
Pedals: Campagnolo Nuovo Record pedals
Toe Clips: Specialized spring steel
Straps: Alfredo Binda laminated leather toe straps with strap buttons
Freewheel: Suntour Pro-Compe 5-speed freewheel with 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 gearing
Hubs: Campagnolo Nuovo Record high-flange front & rear hubs
Rims: FIAMME Red Label 700c x 21mm aluminum rims
Wheel Build: 36-hole rims laced with butted stainless-steel spokes in a 4-cross pattern
Tires: Vittoria competition Rally 21-28 tubular sew-up tires
OTHER COMPONENTS
Headset: Shimano Dura Ace
Brakes: Shimano Dura Ace side pull brakes (front & rear) with a set of original Dura Ace pads
Brake Levers: Shimano Dura Ace drilled levers with new gum rubber hoods
Stems: SR Custom alloy 85mm quill stem (installed); 3TTT Record 105mm quill stem (not mounted)
Handlebars: 3TTT drop handlebars covered with black padded Cinelli cork tape
Seat Post: Simplex seat post
Saddles: Forté Contour men's saddle (installed); original Cinelli Unicantor saddle (not mounted)
ACCESSORIES
Silca frame-fit pump with Campagnolo Presta valve
Scott aero bars with padded forearm rests
Cateye Astrale cyclometer (speed, cadence, distance); includes instructions
Lightweight aluminum water bottle holder [Note: The screw hole spacing on this one is not standard, so I have this attached it with a lightweight hose clamp; my other standard Blackburn water bottle holders fit fine using the built-in screw mounts]
EXTRAS
As noted in the component list above, I am including 2 stems and 2 saddles with this sale. The currently installed saddle and stem are for my comfort and sixing. The original Cinelli Unicantor leather racing saddle and longer 3TTT quill stem are both from the original build.
Other extras included in the sale…
Campagnolo Nuovo Record 54-tooth chainring
New set of Campagnolo shift cables
Extra 17-cog gear for the installed Suntour Pro-Compe freewheel
Suntour New Winner 6-speed freewheel with 13, 15, 17, 20, 23, 26 gearing
New narrower chain for the 6-speed freewheel
Freewheel remover tool that fits both Suntour freewheels
Original set of nearly new 4 Shimano Dura Ace brake pads (the ones on the bike are Madison extra-long pads with terrific grabbing power and excellent heat resistance)
Pair of Specialized synthetic no-stretch toe clip straps
Brand-new set of shoe cleats to go with the Campy Nuovo Record pedals
1 full tube of rim cement for the tubular tires, plus another 1/4 tube
1980’s KNELLER Sport Custom Build w Campy Drivetrain (Classic!) - $690 (Mainstone Area (off Rice Rd))
1980’s KNELLER Sport Custom Build w Campy Drivetrain (Classic!)$690 or best offer
I really hate to be selling this wonderful 40-year-old bike. This is one of two classic, vintage, hand-built, custom bikes from the late 70's and early 80's that I will be listing here. Sadly, neither has been ridden for the past couple of years. Knee and back issues have taken their toll -- I need a wider gear range and I am no longer comfortable riding with drops. This KNELLER was my "go-fast" hill-climbing bike. The other (Ron Cooper custom frame) was my road touring bike. Both are treasures that I hate to part with.
--------------------
Hand-built in the early 1980’s, this is a KNELLER custom sport/race frame, designed and built by Mitch Kneller of Advanced Bicycle Engineering of Cambridge, MA. The workmanship on this frame is beautiful, with gorgeous tapered lugs and a bright red DuPont Imron enamel finish. I got this frame through my brother who was living near Cambridge at the time. He met Chris when they were first launching his new frame line. This one was apparently a show frame that was not originally intended for resale, so it does not have the usual decals. Apparently, part of the KNELLOR philosophy was to mix and match tubes of varying wall thicknesses to optimize the characteristics of each frame design. This frame may be all Reynolds tubing or possibly a mix of Reynolds and Columbus. It came to me with the Shimano Dura Ace brakes and headset; I outfitted the rest of the bike.
Check out the images carefully, as they are a key part of the description. Feel free to ask questions.
FRAME
Overall, the bike frame and components are really clean and in great shape. There are a few dings and rust spots on the frame. However, for the most part, the paint job has held up really well for a 40-year-old bicycle. The lug work is super clean, transitioning from lug to frame with nice tapered points. The lugs and on the rear stays at the brake cross has little triangular cutouts that are painted black to contrast. There is added reinforcement to stiffen the fork blades and chain stays. With a relatively short wheelbase and a fairly rigid rear triangle, this ends up being a very tight, stiff frame that is great for climbing.
I did go down hard a few times on this bike, but never was in a really bad crash with this bike. The frame seems to measure square and true. With a little adjustment, I was told it could probably accommodate a 6 or 7-speed freewheel with a narrow chain; I have not done that experiment yet.
I don't know what all the angles are on this frame and don’t have a good way of measuring them. However, here are the approximate frame dimensions, based on my measurements:
Frame Size: 21.75” (55cm)
Wheelbase: 38.5” (98cm)
Standover Height: 31.5” (80cm)
Top Tube: 21” ((53cm)
Chainstays: 16.5” (42cm)
Bottom Bracket Height: 9.75” (25cm)
Accessory Features: Downtube has brazed-on bosses for Campagnolo shift lever and a set of reinforced screw fittings (for water bottles, etc.); derailleur cable guides & stops.
COMPONENTS
The drivetrain is all Campy Nuovo Record. Everything is pretty clean, with a minimum amount of pitting, rust or dings.
DRIVETRAIN
Shift Levers: Campagnolo Nuovo Record down tube shifters
Derailleurs: Campagnolo Nuovo Record front and rear derailleurs
Bottom Bracket: Campagnolo Nuovo Record
Crankset: Campagnolo Nuovo Record with 170mm arms and 42/52-tooth chainrings
Pedals: Campagnolo Nuovo Record pedals
Toe Clips: Specialized spring steel
Straps: Alfredo Binda laminated leather toe straps with strap buttons
Freewheel: Suntour Pro-Compe 5-speed freewheel with 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 gearing
Hubs: Campagnolo Nuovo Record high-flange front & rear hubs
Rims: FIAMME Red Label 700c x 21mm aluminum rims
Wheel Build: 36-hole rims laced with butted stainless-steel spokes in a 4-cross pattern
Tires: Vittoria competition Rally 21-28 tubular sew-up tires
OTHER COMPONENTS
Headset: Shimano Dura Ace
Brakes: Shimano Dura Ace side pull brakes (front & rear) with a set of original Dura Ace pads
Brake Levers: Shimano Dura Ace drilled levers with new gum rubber hoods
Stems: SR Custom alloy 85mm quill stem (installed); 3TTT Record 105mm quill stem (not mounted)
Handlebars: 3TTT drop handlebars covered with black padded Cinelli cork tape
Seat Post: Simplex seat post
Saddles: Forté Contour men's saddle (installed); original Cinelli Unicantor saddle (not mounted)
ACCESSORIES
Silca frame-fit pump with Campagnolo Presta valve
Scott aero bars with padded forearm rests
Cateye Astrale cyclometer (speed, cadence, distance); includes instructions
Lightweight aluminum water bottle holder [Note: The screw hole spacing on this one is not standard, so I have this attached it with a lightweight hose clamp; my other standard Blackburn water bottle holders fit fine using the built-in screw mounts]
EXTRAS
As noted in the component list above, I am including 2 stems and 2 saddles with this sale. The currently installed saddle and stem are for my comfort and sixing. The original Cinelli Unicantor leather racing saddle and longer 3TTT quill stem are both from the original build.
Other extras included in the sale…
Campagnolo Nuovo Record 54-tooth chainring
New set of Campagnolo shift cables
Extra 17-cog gear for the installed Suntour Pro-Compe freewheel
Suntour New Winner 6-speed freewheel with 13, 15, 17, 20, 23, 26 gearing
New narrower chain for the 6-speed freewheel
Freewheel remover tool that fits both Suntour freewheels
Original set of nearly new 4 Shimano Dura Ace brake pads (the ones on the bike are Madison extra-long pads with terrific grabbing power and excellent heat resistance)
Pair of Specialized synthetic no-stretch toe clip straps
Brand-new set of shoe cleats to go with the Campy Nuovo Record pedals
1 full tube of rim cement for the tubular tires, plus another 1/4 tube
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