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02-19-17, 01:50 PM
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https://buffalo.craigslist.org/bik/6010488887.html
I have a GT mountain bike for sale in excellent condition with excellent tires and tubes.
7 X 3 = 21 Speed ! 18 inch frame ( medium size )
it has shimano 300/400 LX front & rear derailleurs with quick klick shifters, Bio-pace crank ( better for your knees ), toe clips on pedals, water bottle cage, heavy duty head set, front and rear quick release, GT quick release seat bolt , GT Gel seat, straight true araya matched rims, rear U brake & front cantilever brakes, exage hubs.
$175.00 firm, no less! excellent shop bought bike , not a department store junk bike!
shop price for this quality of bike would be well over $750 !
you will not be disappointed with this bike. GT solid bike last for years!
look at pictures and they tell the story .
if it is listed, it still is for sale!
I have a GT mountain bike for sale in excellent condition with excellent tires and tubes.
7 X 3 = 21 Speed ! 18 inch frame ( medium size )
it has shimano 300/400 LX front & rear derailleurs with quick klick shifters, Bio-pace crank ( better for your knees ), toe clips on pedals, water bottle cage, heavy duty head set, front and rear quick release, GT quick release seat bolt , GT Gel seat, straight true araya matched rims, rear U brake & front cantilever brakes, exage hubs.
$175.00 firm, no less! excellent shop bought bike , not a department store junk bike!
shop price for this quality of bike would be well over $750 !
you will not be disappointed with this bike. GT solid bike last for years!
look at pictures and they tell the story .
if it is listed, it still is for sale!
02-19-17, 06:35 PM
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https://buffalo.craigslist.org/bik/6010568435.html
Picture is a stock photo. Bike is in good shape and comes with a functional computer that tracks speed, distance, time, etc. It is a fixed gear bike meant for distance riding and I'm not about that life.
Nothing too weird (except no actual photo of the bike) but I thought the last little bit of the description was kinda funny.
Picture is a stock photo. Bike is in good shape and comes with a functional computer that tracks speed, distance, time, etc. It is a fixed gear bike meant for distance riding and I'm not about that life.
Nothing too weird (except no actual photo of the bike) but I thought the last little bit of the description was kinda funny.
02-19-17, 06:55 PM
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02-19-17, 07:00 PM
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02-19-17, 07:06 PM
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Basic aluminum singlespeed. I imagine a close inspection would reveal some cheap features.
How much is an exotic Italian name worth on a Chinese bike?
02-19-17, 07:57 PM
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I hate those types of ads. Right up there with "Bike For Sale".
$750 worth of parts.
Could be a great deal on a single Dura Ace of Super Record Groupset.
Or, it could be a pile of second rate MTB parts that the seller paid too much for, and now is trying to sell for more than online prices.
Pictures are a quick way to scan items for "interesting" stuff. But, at least an inventory list? Type of bike they fit on?
$750 worth of parts.
Could be a great deal on a single Dura Ace of Super Record Groupset.
Or, it could be a pile of second rate MTB parts that the seller paid too much for, and now is trying to sell for more than online prices.
Pictures are a quick way to scan items for "interesting" stuff. But, at least an inventory list? Type of bike they fit on?
This is how you fit I bought more parts than I'd sanely know what to do with ever...
OR
Buy My Lifelong Hoarding Obsession...
OR
My God, it just would work out for me, free me of my misery...
without making it feel worse.
And you really are suppose to go and look but buy all of it.
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02-20-17, 10:22 AM
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You mean like Scattante?
02-20-17, 07:46 PM
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He's optimistic if nothing else.
Asking price $500.00, no that's not a typo.......
"I believe it is the 1979-1980 model. If so there is opportunity for both to make money, if thats what your in to. The price isnt firm. Prefer money, but up to here trades. This model goes for upwards of over 1,000 on ebay. My account is suspended this moment for unfortunately sending a vintage toy plastic pistol out of country..."
Asking price $500.00, no that's not a typo.......
"I believe it is the 1979-1980 model. If so there is opportunity for both to make money, if thats what your in to. The price isnt firm. Prefer money, but up to here trades. This model goes for upwards of over 1,000 on ebay. My account is suspended this moment for unfortunately sending a vintage toy plastic pistol out of country..."
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02-23-17, 06:25 AM
Bikes are okay, I guess.
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If it's stamped SR it must mean Sun Race, right? This is actually a decent deal if you need one of these. They were only made in the one size and I had one turned down to fit in the stoker position of our old Gitane Tandem. Think we should tell him what SR stands for?
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bop/6010131928.html
Sun Race adjustable seatpost (26.8) - $35 (midlothian)
condition: excellent
make / manufacturer: SunRace
size / dimensions: 26.8 dia.
Fore and aft adjustable seatpost. If you need more adjustment this seat post is for you. Circa 1990's but low miles means excellent condition
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bop/6010131928.html
Sun Race adjustable seatpost (26.8) - $35 (midlothian)
condition: excellent
make / manufacturer: SunRace
size / dimensions: 26.8 dia.
Fore and aft adjustable seatpost. If you need more adjustment this seat post is for you. Circa 1990's but low miles means excellent condition
02-23-17, 07:37 AM
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TREK Electry Road bike - $320 (Springfield)
I bouth this bike from some one last year thinking to use for exercise, never got to it I have battery no charger. Is a $1495 dollars bike new , For More questions feel free to ask thanks
02-23-17, 09:32 AM
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I think that adjustable seatpost is really cool. Why did that concept not take off? Does it not work out well in practice?
02-23-17, 10:22 AM
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Oh, I did let the guy know and he replied pleasantly. Did not mind the correction.
02-23-17, 11:31 AM
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If it's stamped SR it must mean Sun Race, right? This is actually a decent deal if you need one of these. They were only made in the one size and I had one turned down to fit in the stoker position of our old Gitane Tandem. Think we should tell him what SR stands for?
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bop/6010131928.html
Sun Race adjustable seatpost (26.8) - $35 (midlothian)
condition: excellent
make / manufacturer: SunRace
size / dimensions: 26.8 dia.
Fore and aft adjustable seatpost. If you need more adjustment this seat post is for you. Circa 1990's but low miles means excellent condition
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bop/6010131928.html
Sun Race adjustable seatpost (26.8) - $35 (midlothian)
condition: excellent
make / manufacturer: SunRace
size / dimensions: 26.8 dia.
Fore and aft adjustable seatpost. If you need more adjustment this seat post is for you. Circa 1990's but low miles means excellent condition
02-23-17, 09:23 PM
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NOS SPECIALIZED Schrader Valve Bicycle Tubes
Not generally something that gets labeled 'NOS' but I guess technically its NOS.
Not generally something that gets labeled 'NOS' but I guess technically its NOS.
02-24-17, 08:13 AM
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02-25-17, 01:11 PM
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Ok, after all those photos that strain your eyes.. I thought this would be a good change.
Spring is coming! Time to go for a family bike ride. - $50
Spring is coming! Time to go for a family bike ride. - $50
I have a red tag-a-long for sale. It is great for kids who aren't quite old enough for long bike rides on their own. They can peddle on their own, or if they are tired they can take a break and let mom or dad do the work. It has the connector to connect to the main bike, a seat, and a good tire.
I live in Dorena, but if you are in the eugene area I can bring it into town on a weekday, as I work in eugene. Just give me some advanced notice please.
I live in Dorena, but if you are in the eugene area I can bring it into town on a weekday, as I work in eugene. Just give me some advanced notice please.
02-25-17, 04:45 PM
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If the kids are going to "peddle" ice cream for a buck, I'm down with that...
02-27-17, 11:57 AM
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Booby. Booby, Booby...
Bobby in Raleigh's listing again, perhaps solely for our amusement?
Complete Handlebar Set for 21 Speed Mountain Bike - $25 (Raleigh)
"Complete handlebar set for 21 speed mountain bike,$25."
(I believe that is a "Targa".)
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/6021671015.html
Complete Handlebar Set for 21 Speed Mountain Bike - $25 (Raleigh)
"Complete handlebar set for 21 speed mountain bike,$25."
(I believe that is a "Targa".)
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/6021671015.html
02-27-17, 03:32 PM
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Luxury HERMES x PEUGOT Collaboration 28in 21 speed Tourtere Gray Bicycle Shimano | eBay
Apparently $150 worth of bike and $9300 of white leather + $1950 shipping BUT you can get it $300-500 cheaper if you want to wait 2-3 months.
Apparently $150 worth of bike and $9300 of white leather + $1950 shipping BUT you can get it $300-500 cheaper if you want to wait 2-3 months.
02-28-17, 08:58 PM
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Rad a$$ bike!
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/bik/6024126107.html
Oh, rad, an a$$bike! Oh, wait, it's a Bridgestone Submariner.
I kinda wonder if someone on this forum actually posted this.
Oh, rad, an a$$bike! Oh, wait, it's a Bridgestone Submariner.
I kinda wonder if someone on this forum actually posted this.
02-28-17, 09:26 PM
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Rad Axx Bike - $400 (Raleigh)
Oh, rad, an a$$bike! Oh, wait, it's a Bridgestone Submariner.
I kinda wonder if someone on this forum actually posted this.
Oh, rad, an a$$bike! Oh, wait, it's a Bridgestone Submariner.
I kinda wonder if someone on this forum actually posted this.
Super dope fixed gear bike.
02-28-17, 10:36 PM
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Because the right lock is only half of the security equation...
300+Pound Concrete Bike Anchor Lock FREE DELIVERY - $100 (Tucson)
300+Pound Concrete Bike Anchor Lock FREE DELIVERY - $100 (Tucson)
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02-28-17, 11:49 PM
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Because the right lock is only half of the security equation...
300+Pound Concrete Bike Anchor Lock FREE DELIVERY - $100 (Tucson)
300+Pound Concrete Bike Anchor Lock FREE DELIVERY - $100 (Tucson)
It should fit on my bike trailer
The hills are killers though.