Utility Cycling - craigslist find Big dummy frame fork

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squirtdad
10-22-09, 04:58 PM
if your looking and in the SF bay area......this is in craigs list.....the listing does have some funny elements...like email size and see what size/color the seller can get...... so caveat emptor.

Surly Big Dummy frame and fork NEW, with full warranty at a fraction of retail or even online price.
(usually $1050 w/tax and shipping) see top left photo for everything that is included.

Never seen a Big Dummy? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-jRz5Vh5yU

It's the ultimate sport-utility, grocery-getting urban-assault, tour-around-the-world bike. Just add the components and Xtracycle accessories you like - everything from full-cargo setups to infant carriers. http://www.xtracycle.com/cargo-utility-bicycles.html

Email with your size (16, 18, 20, 22) and color preference (tar pit black or military green)
I will see if I have/can get one still. This is part of an inventory liquidation, so First come, first served. If there is one left, it's yours. No shipping, no tax, no foolin!

Competent, friendly and enthusiastic assistance with build-up available.

Please email with a contact phone number. Cash payment and local pickup only. Thanks - Have a great day.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1432849433.html


mthomas
10-22-09, 06:28 PM
Or you can buy one from a legitimate dealer for even less:

California $699.00
http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FR308A03-Surly+Big+Dummy+Frameset.aspx

Maine
$610.00 http://www.bikeman.com/FM3166.html

Mr. Markets
10-23-09, 12:39 AM
Or you can buy one from a legitimate dealer for even less:

California $699.00
http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/FR308A03-Surly+Big+Dummy+Frameset.aspx

Maine
$610.00 http://www.bikeman.com/FM3166.html

WOW! that price drop musta just happened at jensen as i do not recall it before!


xargaun
10-23-09, 11:41 AM
they are closing them out, saw that price pop up a week or two ago. i look every few days as i am in that stage of keeping myself from ordering one... might just have to do it. tho, the closeout makes me wonder if there is a new one coming.