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East Hill 04-12-09 07:10 PM

The Wacky World of Craigslist and eBay Ads
 
You asked, you get. This is the new edition of the 'Numbskull of the Day' thread. It's not going to be stickied, so it's up to all of you to keep it on the front page.

Enjoy!

Blue Order 04-12-09 07:14 PM


Originally Posted by East Hill (Post 8718286)
You asked, you get. This is the new edition of the 'Numbskull of the Day' thread. It's not going to be stickied, so it's up to all of you to keep it on the front page.

Enjoy!

I think there's enough material to keep it on the front page...forevah!

pastorbobnlnh 04-12-09 07:26 PM

Gee, the seller says it's a "3 speed" on an "Antique Schwinn Double Bike."

I count 5. Is he/she mathematically challenged? Gears and price?

http://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1119339798.html

Amani576 04-12-09 07:39 PM


Originally Posted by pastorbobnlnh (Post 8718379)
Gee, the seller says it's a "3 speed" on an "Antique Schwinn Double Bike."

I count 5. Is he/she mathematically challenged? Gears and price?

http://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1119339798.html

I'm not so sure that's really numbskull. The price may be steep, but for a good condition Schwinn Twinn (which that appears to be), I wouldn't consider it outrageous. Though they certainly could pay better attention.
-Gene-

digitalbicycle 04-12-09 07:54 PM

$5,500 BIN? Wtf?

http://tinyurl.com/cl4fe3

Rabid Koala 04-12-09 08:06 PM

Great idea, East Hill! Thank you!! There are just too many, er, entertaining ads not to be shared.

cb400bill 04-13-09 05:05 AM

Wrong Holland.

But the price is good.

http://swmi.craigslist.org/bik/1119085711.html

vincev 04-13-09 12:17 PM

HELP! Its starting to fall.This will put it at the top for a little while.

keisatsu 04-13-09 12:21 PM

Anyone want a GMC Denali that's been converted into a Single speed for 345$ (New GMC Denali runs $165 IIRC)

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1120338270.html

:Single Speed Aluminum frame road bike
Selle Italia bike seat, new grips, tires and tubes.
Shimano Cranks
Front Brake
21" frame
If interested please call"

jet sanchEz 04-13-09 12:46 PM


Originally Posted by keisatsu (Post 8722317)
Anyone want a GMC Denali that's been converted into a Single speed for 345$ (New GMC Denali runs $165 IIRC)

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1120338270.html

:Single Speed Aluminum frame road bike
Selle Italia bike seat, new grips, tires and tubes.
Shimano Cranks
Front Brake
21" frame
If interested please call"

That is actually a Target brand bike and there is some online coupon that you can use in conjunction with some in-store sale to get the complete bike out the door for $37.

This man is a genius, not a numbskull.

keisatsu 04-13-09 12:58 PM


Originally Posted by jet sanchEz (Post 8722484)
This man is a genius, not a numbskull.

LOL :roflmao2:

bibliobob 04-13-09 12:59 PM

"Custom" bike in Chicago. Oh, it's "custom" alright.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/bik/1120232942.html

custom training bike made from schwinn world tour frame,about a 22.5 frame 1 pc crank w single 78 tool sprocket,ukai rims, needs to be converted to single speed rear wheel so price is now lower cash thanks for looking bakes not installed but included

http://images.craigslist.org/3mb3o13...ec36c1171b.jpg

gamecat 04-13-09 01:00 PM


Originally Posted by jet sanchEz (Post 8722484)
That is actually a Target brand bike and there is some online coupon that you can use in conjunction with some in-store sale to get the complete bike out the door for $37.

This man is a genius, not a numbskull.

This kind of thing is mentioned in this three year old fatwallet thread.

Where are the coupons now? This could be good co-op project fodder.

Oldpeddaller 04-13-09 02:46 PM


Originally Posted by pastorbobnlnh (Post 8718379)
Gee, the seller says it's a "3 speed" on an "Antique Schwinn Double Bike."

I count 5. Is he/she mathematically challenged? Gears and price?

http://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1119339798.html

Maybe only three out of five actually work? !!!

bikingshearer 04-13-09 03:11 PM


Originally Posted by bibliobob (Post 8722564)
"Custom" bike in Chicago. Oh, it's "custom" alright.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/bik/1120232942.html

custom training bike made from schwinn world tour frame,about a 22.5 frame 1 pc crank w single 78 tool sprocket,ukai rims, needs to be converted to single speed rear wheel so price is now lower cash thanks for looking bakes not installed but included

http://images.craigslist.org/3mb3o13...ec36c1171b.jpg


Maybe he should throw in a free consult with an orthopedic surgeon for when you destroy your knees on that thing.

And he really should install the bakes. :rolleyes:

TL179 04-13-09 03:37 PM

http://montreal.en.craigslist.ca/bik/1119081909.html

check the cable routing, I e-mailed him "it works great". I bet

this one might be a bit better, but he claims to "know vintage bikes" and he isn't aware that "all original parts" doesn't mean S**t when it comes to stuff like this. Or that a "record du monde" is just a sticker

http://montreal.en.craigslist.ca/bik/1119088674.html

abarth 04-14-09 12:02 AM

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/1120842383.html

The seller should get an award for this.

rare 10 speed - $495 (Seattle)

Date: 2009-04-13, 3:13PM PDT


I will sell my favorite bike, blue USA Free Spirit. You willnot beleve how fast and really lite it is. Grate condition breaks and tires are newer and comfie seat . Make a investment u can ride!! email me for a test drive.

East Hill 04-14-09 04:37 AM


Originally Posted by abarth (Post 8726253)


I will sell my favorite bike, blue USA Free Spirit. You willnot beleve how fast and really lite it is. Grate condition breaks and tires are newer and comfie seat . Make a investment u can ride!! email me for a test drive.


I'm impressed, and waiting to hand over my money :thumb: .

East Hill

tolfan 04-14-09 10:06 AM


Originally Posted by jet sanchEz (Post 8722484)
That is actually a Target brand bike and there is some online coupon that you can use in conjunction with some in-store sale to get the complete bike out the door for $37.

This man is a genius, not a numbskull.

can you direct me to the online coupon? For 37$ I'll take two.

tolfan 04-14-09 06:41 PM

didnt see that model at the local target

tolfan 04-15-09 09:59 AM

this one made me chuckel.
http://delaware.craigslist.org/bik/1119540186.html
I'm a hipster looking for a "fixed speed" bicycle. It must have only one speed. No brakes, they are for not cool people. I will be using it mostly as an excuse to wear an expensive bag and go to Starbucks. I also want to roll up my pant leg to show off my beat up Sambas and patterned socks.

If you have a "vintage" looking bicycle that I could convert to a fixie, that would be fine as well.

Must be cheap, my parent's give me little allowance.

kbjack 04-15-09 11:45 AM


Originally Posted by tolfan (Post 8735616)
this one made me chuckel.
http://delaware.craigslist.org/bik/1119540186.html
I'm a hipster looking for a "fixed speed" bicycle. It must have only one speed. No brakes, they are for not cool people. I will be using it mostly as an excuse to wear an expensive bag and go to Starbucks. I also want to roll up my pant leg to show off my beat up Sambas and patterned socks.

If you have a "vintage" looking bicycle that I could convert to a fixie, that would be fine as well.

Must be cheap, my parent's give me little allowance.

Making fun of hipsters is sooo 2007.

phillyrider 04-15-09 11:58 AM

Just need a little duct tape and save yourself $25...

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/1121935743.html

plodderslusk 04-15-09 12:21 PM

Wanna make a super deal on a famous roadbike brand ?
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/bik/1123032800.html

jamesl 04-15-09 01:30 PM

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I thought this was a fun picture with an E-bay sale on a mountain bike. Makes me want to bid, and bid often! :lol:

StephenH 04-15-09 02:12 PM


Originally Posted by jamesl (Post 8737177)
I thought this was a fun picture with an E-bay sale on a mountain bike. Makes me want to bid, and bid often! :lol:

He's obviously just a little pigeon-toed.

CrankyFranky 04-15-09 07:37 PM

http://newhaven.craigslist.org/bik/1123599847.html
Here's a guy who can't even be bothered to tell us what size his $2500 1988 Richard Sachs is. Ya,
"very highly desired" True, but Ugh! Hey, EH, feeling richer?

muccapazza 04-15-09 08:36 PM


Originally Posted by tolfan (Post 8735616)
this one made me chuckel.
http://delaware.craigslist.org/bik/1119540186.html
I'm a hipster looking for a "fixed speed" bicycle. It must have only one speed. No brakes, they are for not cool people. I will be using it mostly as an excuse to wear an expensive bag and go to Starbucks. I also want to roll up my pant leg to show off my beat up Sambas and patterned socks.

If you have a "vintage" looking bicycle that I could convert to a fixie, that would be fine as well.

Must be cheap, my parent's give me little allowance.

I just chuckeled PBR all over my computer screen :)

East Hill 04-15-09 09:21 PM


Originally Posted by CrankyFranky (Post 8739338)
http://newhaven.craigslist.org/bik/1123599847.html
Here's a guy who can't even be bothered to tell us what size his $2500 1988 Richard Sachs is. Ya,
"very highly desired" True, but Ugh! Hey, EH, feeling richer?

Mine's older. It doesn't have 'slight cosmetic damage'. However, it was built for someone very small, which limits it's desirability to a certain extent. But, uh, yeah, it's nice to know the insurance value :eek: .

East Hill

due ruote 04-15-09 09:29 PM


Originally Posted by bibliobob (Post 8722564)
"Custom" bike in Chicago. Oh, it's "custom" alright.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/bik/1120232942.html

custom training bike made from schwinn world tour frame,about a 22.5 frame 1 pc crank w single 78 tool sprocket,ukai rims, needs to be converted to single speed rear wheel so price is now lower cash thanks for looking bakes not installed but included

http://images.craigslist.org/3mb3o13...ec36c1171b.jpg

Wow, a training bike with a 78 tooth chainring, plastic pedals and a bent fork! Just what everyone needs. And what exactly is with that stem? It looks like some kind of flexible plumbing connector.


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