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Old 10-25-09, 01:04 PM
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I could've sworn Travellers were Panasonic built...
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I think more like Mississippi built.
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I saw that Traveler on CL. I didn't know what that guy was thinking. And still don't.
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Someone shares our opinion.

RE: Schwinn Traveler, road bike - $1100 (Fountain Hills) - $110
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/bik/1437043818.html


I think you're missing a decimal in your price.
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Anyone need a PERFECT bike, ready to ride?
Blue Bridgestone 52cm Mens Road Bike Perfect Condition - $120

Date: 2009-10-25, 1:22PM PDT
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### Blue Bridgestone 52cm Mens Road Bike ( $120 ) ###

In excellent condition ready to ride



Frame Size 20" or 51cmFrame Material steelBrake Type C-brakesNumber of Speeds 3Gears -Shift Type levelTire Size/Condition 26"Wheels Quick Release (Front/Back) NoSaddle/Seat Quick Release NoColor/Frame blue Color/Trim blue




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Hi check this out. the bike doesn't look bad but what is with that guy? is he sad he is selling the bike? embarassed to be seen with it? or in the witness protection program?



https://southjersey.craigslist.org/bik/1435896622.html
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
Hi check this out. the bike doesn't look bad but what is with that guy? is he sad he is selling the bike? embarassed to be seen with it? or in the witness protection program?



https://southjersey.craigslist.org/bik/1435896622.html
It's his father... he hates to see it go.

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Americas Most Wanted is looking for him
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Probably not appropriate to copy and paste here... but you will find the blurp... its in the description, in all caps

https://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Shoes-Du...item2a0223bb40
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Probably not appropriate to copy and paste here... but you will find the blurp... its in the description, in all caps

https://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Shoes-Du...item2a0223bb40
Well... I'd certainly hope shoes weren't made for that purpose.
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Originally Posted by kalifornsky
Probably not appropriate to copy and paste here... but you will find the blurp... its in the description, in all caps

https://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Shoes-Du...item2a0223bb40
A clear-cut case of gender discrimination...
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Originally Posted by kalifornsky
Probably not appropriate to copy and paste here... but you will find the blurp... its in the description, in all caps

https://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Shoes-Du...item2a0223bb40
That typo is baaaad
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https://cgi.ebay.com/near-MINT-FUJI-O...:B:SRCH:US:101

near MINT FUJI OPUS III VINTAGE TOP OF THE LINE ROAD Price: US $950.00

This sold in August for $450.00. Looks like he put $500.00 in tires on it.
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
Hi check this out. the bike doesn't look bad but what is with that guy? is he sad he is selling the bike? embarassed to be seen with it? or in the witness protection program?



https://southjersey.craigslist.org/bik/1435896622.html
So...

Did you pick it up?
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Originally Posted by kalifornsky
Probably not appropriate to copy and paste here... but you will find the blurp... its in the description, in all caps

https://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Shoes-Du...item2a0223bb40
For all those now curious, the seller fixed the mistake
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Originally Posted by kalifornsky
For all those now curious, the seller fixed the mistake

Amazing what an "ea" instead of an "i" would do...
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This looks like it could hurt someone:

https://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Perry-Bi...item414a112f11
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Heavy hauler?? lol


https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1440230319.html

I built this last summer and it has proven to be quite the hauler!!! I have carted two women at once on it so it does haul some weight for sure!! If you want to work with you bike then this is must have!!

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Humm, I think he is selling his bike because its too small for him

https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/bik/1440977502.html
carbon fiber road bicycle - $750 (Bainbridge Island, WA)

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CARBON FIBER ROAD BIKE FOR SALE

Trek OCLV 5500 with one piece carbon fiber frame. 55 cm post with 57 cm horizontal tube. Red. Includes rear rack. Perfect operating condition.

$750 cash

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Not on CL or Ebay, but definitely Wacky.,,,,BD

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how could you have a bike like this and not know anything about it, including correct spelling?
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how could you have a bike like this and not know anything about it, including correct spelling?
Stolen? Roommate moved out and left it? Ex-boyfriend left it and new boyfriend wants to sell it?
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Not on CL or Ebay, but definitely Wacky.,,,,BD

BD,

Help, I'm struggling to find the wackiness.
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BD,

Help, I'm struggling to find the wackiness.
+1, I don't get what's wacky.
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