1989 Schwinn Circuit
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1989 Schwinn Circuit
A seller posted a Schwinn Circuit near me and it looks to be very well taken care of. He is asking $375. It's not in a very big market at all (Fargo.) So I am guessing it might sit awhile at that price, but maybe not. Is it worth $375
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That looks to be an 88/89 Circuit. 21lbs of SL tubing goodness with Shimano Sante group. This is a fine bike. Not sure if the market deems it worth $375 but I sure do. I can't imagine you see this level of quality come across Fargo CL very often.
Only thing I'd point out is that it's a small one. If it fits and you're looking to buy as a rider, I'd day this is a good deal.
Only thing I'd point out is that it's a small one. If it fits and you're looking to buy as a rider, I'd day this is a good deal.
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That looks to be an 88/89 Circuit. 21lbs of SL tubing goodness with Shimano Sante group. This is a fine bike. Not sure if the market deems it worth $375 but I sure do. I can't imagine you see this level of quality come across Fargo CL very often.
Only thing I'd point out is that it's a small one. If it fits and you're looking to buy as a rider, I'd day this is a good deal.
Only thing I'd point out is that it's a small one. If it fits and you're looking to buy as a rider, I'd day this is a good deal.
The '89 Circuit is a great bike. If it's in good shape and it fits you, it's worth the asking price.
1989 Circuit catalog page
1989 Schwinn road bikes specifications
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The '89 Circuit is a great bike. If it's in good shape and it fits you, it's worth the asking price.
1989 Circuit catalog page
1989 Schwinn road bikes specifications
The '89 Circuit is a great bike. If it's in good shape and it fits you, it's worth the asking price.
1989 Circuit catalog page
1989 Schwinn road bikes specifications
57cm Columbus SLX frame in team blue with chrome fork.
FULL Galli (Italian) Aerodynamic KL groupo (their best and very rare).
Campy headset, Mavic bottom bracket.
Ambrosio 36h clincher rims.
Cinelli stem and handlebars.
Selle Italia Flite Gel saddle.
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I know zip about Razesa or how much it might be worth. Personally, I think 57cm is the largest size frame that should be made using SLX tubing. Many framebuilders used SL with an SP down tube for frames larger than 57cm because they found SLX too whippy for the larger frames and/or heavier riders.
I'm guessing the Circuit has either a 21" (535mm) c-t-t or 22" (560mm) c-t-t frame.
I'm guessing the Circuit has either a 21" (535mm) c-t-t or 22" (560mm) c-t-t frame.
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The last couple of circuits I saw in San Diego were being offered for $300 and $250. I deemed them to be great values at those prices. Not sure what you normally see in Fargo, but relative to Southern California, that's a high price for a Circuit, but the bike itself is probably comparable to what else can generally be bought for $300-350, so it's not too bad.
Assuming the same condition, and irrespective of any particular brand equity differences - which I'd be completely guessing about, I'd say the Razesa is worth maybe $300 more than the Circuit due to the relative premium of an SLX vs SL frame, and the higher value components.
Assuming the same condition, and irrespective of any particular brand equity differences - which I'd be completely guessing about, I'd say the Razesa is worth maybe $300 more than the Circuit due to the relative premium of an SLX vs SL frame, and the higher value components.
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I bought a red Circuit in super condition with a complete Sante group for a good deal less than $375 about 6 years ago and felt I had won the lottery that day. I put a 9 speed Ultegra group on it and sold the Sante group including the complete wheels for a a bit more than the bike cost me. I rode the tar out it for a couple of years. I don't know if I could sell the same complete bike for $375 today.
I also had a'87 black one go through my hands with Suntour Sprint, (which is quite nice) that looked like it had barely been ridden. I sold it to a buddy for $300 minus the Concor Profil saddle. He was very happy.
If the bike fits you it will make a very nice rider. Go and make your best deal.
I also had a'87 black one go through my hands with Suntour Sprint, (which is quite nice) that looked like it had barely been ridden. I sold it to a buddy for $300 minus the Concor Profil saddle. He was very happy.
If the bike fits you it will make a very nice rider. Go and make your best deal.
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The Circuit is a great bike. I wish I had never sold mine but the 58 cm was too small for me. That Circuit looks like a 56 cm frame. In great condition, $375 is not a bad deal. The Circuit was the best handling bike I have ever had. Better than the Guerciotti that replaced it.
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Thanks for the advice everyone! I went ahead and purchased the bike (for $300.). The Sante Levers and cranks have a few scratches in them, but the rest of the Sante stuff looks good, especially the rear derailleur(which for some reason he had replaced with a 105 so the rear derailleur didn't get used much.)
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Thanks for the advice everyone! I went ahead and purchased the bike (for $300.). The Sante Levers and cranks have a few scratches in them, but the rest of the Sante stuff looks good, especially the rear derailleur(which for some reason he had replaced with a 105 so the rear derailleur didn't get used much.)
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Congratulations; you did well.
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That is a great bike and a good deal around here. I am in St. Cloud and ride a Schwinn Super Sport that I would be embarrassed to admit what I paid.
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What size Super Sport do you ride? I was part way though rebuilding an 83 Super Sport SP that is probably a tad big for me when the Circuit came along and it will eventually need a home.
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