Not Really Vintage but Need Some Feedback.
09-27-17, 11:37 AM
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Not Really Vintage but Need Some Feedback.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/d/nashbar-cx-1-cyclocross/6317223096.html
This is my cross bike that I am selling. I've had minimal action on it. Anything I should change on it? I've adjusted the price a couple times already.
This is my cross bike that I am selling. I've had minimal action on it. Anything I should change on it? I've adjusted the price a couple times already.
09-27-17, 11:43 AM
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It's a turn off when you see the bike pictured with a bunch of accessories and then describe what won't be included. Strip the accessories you're not selling and take pix that way.
Pix are kinda dark. Fill flash or dial up the exposure compensation on your camera about 1.5 stops.
Nashbar bikes are decent, but don't have name recognition to the general public. That might be the biggest problem in selling.
Pix are kinda dark. Fill flash or dial up the exposure compensation on your camera about 1.5 stops.
Nashbar bikes are decent, but don't have name recognition to the general public. That might be the biggest problem in selling.
09-27-17, 03:12 PM
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Component model - Tiagra, 105?
When marketing a bike to a less experienced rider it can be helpful to list what height could ride this size.
When marketing a bike to a less experienced rider it can be helpful to list what height could ride this size.
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09-27-17, 04:57 PM
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The price is basically reasonable and it's a fairly nice Cross bike. But the add isn't very good considering the add and pics I doubt it well sell any time soon. If buying I would wait a a week or two and offer $300. If selling you need to take the extra stuff off the bike and take better pics with the pedals and the extra tires your including with the bike then you will likely get close to the asking price.
09-27-17, 06:04 PM
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I took all accessories off the bike and retook pictures of it and also the pedals/tires. I also clean up the description and add in components type and height parameters.
09-27-17, 06:40 PM
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The photos are pretty dark. Take them in daylight against a non-busy background.
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09-27-17, 07:00 PM
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I may be way off base, but IMHO $370 on CL for a used bike that sells new for $550 is probably asking too much.
09-27-17, 09:16 PM
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I removed any reference to cyclocross. Also included size range for who the fit will frame. I will try to take new pictures with non busy background.
09-28-17, 03:31 AM
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I may be repeating others, but here is my 2 cents:
Be honest, bike is too small for anyone over 5’6”.
You are 40 minutes outisde of Phili or an hour by train. Too far for an urban dweller. Offer to meet in the City.
A Sora equipped, recognized name brand bike like a Trek trades for $325, so who would want a no brand Nashbar? You should be happy at $250.
Like others have said, improve your photos. BTW, the ad title still refers to CX.
Be honest, bike is too small for anyone over 5’6”.
You are 40 minutes outisde of Phili or an hour by train. Too far for an urban dweller. Offer to meet in the City.
A Sora equipped, recognized name brand bike like a Trek trades for $325, so who would want a no brand Nashbar? You should be happy at $250.
Like others have said, improve your photos. BTW, the ad title still refers to CX.
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09-28-17, 06:42 AM
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Wait till the sun comes out. Go get an old bed sheet. Through the sheet over the balcony guardrail. Now you got a neutral background. Snap some shots. Get some closeups of the crank, brakes, & rear derailleur.
09-28-17, 11:49 AM
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These are the kinds of photos I use when posting on CL. A good straight-on driveside and a couple more with details of the drivetrain are usually the minimum for good responses. In the description I try to include frame material and dimensions (not just the manufacturer's size since they vary) and component details including crankset, gearing, derailleurs, brakes, hubs, rims, tires, etc.
09-30-17, 11:45 AM
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I took the bike to a park up the street and got some day light pictures with a less busy background (hope it looks that way). I took pictures of components as well.
10-01-17, 01:04 PM
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Good luck.
10-02-17, 01:22 PM
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I think you need to change the title. Something other than Nashbar. The average guy probably doesn't know what a Nashbar is and won't click on it. I know what it is and wouldn't click on it so me thinks a re-working of the words and/or a lower price will get it to sell. The market is SOFT. I live in a pretty large market, maybe not super hot and see very desirable bikes sit for a good while at less than FMV prices. I sold 2 RB-1 complete bikes on CL over the summer at lower than what one would consider "normal" for that caliber of bike. It is what it is as one might say.
10-06-17, 07:56 PM
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When I relist bikes I always change the "profile" pic that buyers see. Many folks won't look at revised ads with the same pic.
10-13-17, 06:44 PM
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