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Which one stays, which one goes?
Ok, I've got a decision to make. I've got two bikes that are very similar and I can only keep one. The first one is a '93 Trek 520. It's got nice Sun wheels and XT components. 7 speed Sora shifters (front one is bar end Dura Ace) and 48/38/28 triple. Nice bike, but it's a little beaten up. No rust. Probably good for commuting as it would probably be left untouched by theves. The second bike is a '06 Bianchi Volpe. Very nice as well. Stock. Would be more subseptable to theft and I worry about scratching it.. Both about the same weight so no advantage there. The disadvantage of the 520 is I don't know how worn the components are. Yesterday I was left stranded by it due to the front wheel bearings went out. Based on this, I worry about the shape of the other components. I want to sell one and make room in the garage, but I've been back and forth on which one.. Yes, one must go. No need for two bikes that are this similar and I don't need a rain bike. No need for a backup commuter either. Not that hard core. Only use the bikes for commuting and I don't plan on doing anything other than credit card touring. Rec rides are on a fast road bike.
Which one stays and which one goes?
Which one stays and which one goes?
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I can't answer this blasphemy!
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I know, I know....
Edit::: I do have 6 other bikes..
Edit::: I do have 6 other bikes..
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Originally Posted by knobster
Which one stays and which one goes?
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Wait. You are getting rid of your eighth bike to make room in the garage!?
Also, why don't you need a backup commuter? Having a second bike -- my only two bikes, for the record -- the past 8 months to commute has been great. You have a backup and can work on one leisurely while the other is in service.
Also, why don't you need a backup commuter? Having a second bike -- my only two bikes, for the record -- the past 8 months to commute has been great. You have a backup and can work on one leisurely while the other is in service.
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Originally Posted by knobster
I know, I know....
Edit::: I do have 6 other bikes..
Edit::: I do have 6 other bikes..
Edit: On second thought, you should give up the Volpe and ship it to me. Address provided in PM.
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Originally Posted by CB HI
Edit: On second thought, you should give up the Volpe and ship it to me. Address provided in PM.
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
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Originally Posted by chipcom
I can't remember the last time I sold a bike. I either give them away or donate them to the coop. But for you, I'd make an exception and charge you a spam and eggs breakfast.
Unless he ships me the Volpe, then we will be even.
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Originally Posted by newbojeff
Wait. You are getting rid of your eighth bike to make room in the garage!?
Also, why don't you need a backup commuter? Having a second bike -- my only two bikes, for the record -- the past 8 months to commute has been great. You have a backup and can work on one leisurely while the other is in service.
Also, why don't you need a backup commuter? Having a second bike -- my only two bikes, for the record -- the past 8 months to commute has been great. You have a backup and can work on one leisurely while the other is in service.
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Originally Posted by JeffS
The one you ride the least. Meaning the one you subconsciously prefer. This strategy is easier with more bikes. When I have four or five sitting around it quickly became obvious which bike hadn't been touched in two weeks and it got sent to ebay.
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Originally Posted by CB HI
So the problem is not that you have 8 bikes, the problem is your wife only has 3 bikes!
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Obviously the solution is to go out and spend some money getting her 6 new bikes. Then you can start pining that she has 9 while you only have eight. Thereby allowing you one more! And they lived happily ever after... that is until they walked into the LBS and saw the bike that would make a might fine tenth bike.
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I think I have to bring my boyfriend down to read this thread. He can't figure out why I have 4 bikes and am still lusting after the ones in his parents' garage (2 vintage Raleighs, a Trek 800, a Fiori road bike, and a Giant MTB). They are lonely bikes that nobody is riding!!
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The 520 and the Volpe are both great bikes. I'd like to have one of each. They are both solid commuters. Do you find the Volpe a little livelier than the 520, which probably feels rock solid?
I'm trying to come up with a valid car metaphor, but happily don't know enough about cars.
Anyone?
I'm trying to come up with a valid car metaphor, but happily don't know enough about cars.
Anyone?
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Sell the Bianchi.
it is newer = you'll get more money for it. (would you feel right selling your 520 in uknown condition to some poor schmuck?)
it is a Bianchi and Bianchi-colored = more likely to get stolen.
you are worried about scratching it = unsuited for commuting
use some of the $$ to rebuild the 520. maybe spring for fresh drivetrain & wheel rebuild.
my 2 cents, lemme know if yuo want change
it is newer = you'll get more money for it. (would you feel right selling your 520 in uknown condition to some poor schmuck?)
it is a Bianchi and Bianchi-colored = more likely to get stolen.
you are worried about scratching it = unsuited for commuting
use some of the $$ to rebuild the 520. maybe spring for fresh drivetrain & wheel rebuild.
my 2 cents, lemme know if yuo want change
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Originally Posted by newbojeff
The 520 and the Volpe are both great bikes. I'd like to have one of each. They are both solid commuters. Do you find the Volpe a little livelier than the 520, which probably feels rock solid?
I'm trying to come up with a valid car metaphor, but happily don't know enough about cars.
Anyone?
I'm trying to come up with a valid car metaphor, but happily don't know enough about cars.
Anyone?
Good automobile analogy would be a Ford F-250 verses a Ford F-150. Trucks, but one is a touch lighter.
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Originally Posted by knobster
Yeah..... It's a sickness. I do like the 520 a lot, but I sold my wife on the idea of "when I get the Volpe, I'll sell the 520." Now, it's "I'll sell whichever one I don't ride.". It might end up, "Seriously, I need a second commuter. Just think of how much more redundant I'll be." Thankfully, the wife is a commuter also. She partly understands. She's got 3 bikes herself.
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Originally Posted by acroy
Sell the Bianchi.
it is newer = you'll get more money for it. (would you feel right selling your 520 in uknown condition to some poor schmuck?)
it is a Bianchi and Bianchi-colored = more likely to get stolen.
you are worried about scratching it = unsuited for commuting
use some of the $$ to rebuild the 520. maybe spring for fresh drivetrain & wheel rebuild.
my 2 cents, lemme know if yuo want change
it is newer = you'll get more money for it. (would you feel right selling your 520 in uknown condition to some poor schmuck?)
it is a Bianchi and Bianchi-colored = more likely to get stolen.
you are worried about scratching it = unsuited for commuting
use some of the $$ to rebuild the 520. maybe spring for fresh drivetrain & wheel rebuild.
my 2 cents, lemme know if yuo want change
I see what you're saying. I do worry about the Bianchi when it's locked up outside, but I don't at all when it's the 520. I do think I like the 520 a little better as it's a little easier to do things. i.e. more eyelets, quill stem so I can adjust the height easier. It is pretty ugly, so if it did fall over, I'd be more worried about what it fell on than the bike itself.
It probably wouldn't need much to get it in perfect condition. By drivetrain, do you mean cassette? I was thinking of replacing the bottom bracket, wheel bearings and cassette. Think of anything else I should look to replace?
Thanks for your 2 cents...
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Originally Posted by PaulH
Your wife is a bit short on bikes. Give whichever one she likes to her.
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Originally Posted by knobster
That's what I like. Someone that's solid in their convictions.
It probably wouldn't need much to get it in perfect condition. By drivetrain, do you mean cassette? I was thinking of replacing the bottom bracket, wheel bearings and cassette. Think of anything else I should look to replace?
Thanks for your 2 cents...
It probably wouldn't need much to get it in perfect condition. By drivetrain, do you mean cassette? I was thinking of replacing the bottom bracket, wheel bearings and cassette. Think of anything else I should look to replace?
Thanks for your 2 cents...
maybe dissasemble the bb, replace if necessary
possibly replace the cables with something bulletproof. i invested (read: they're expensive) in "Dry Cables", similar to the old gore-tex cables. no lube, no maintenance.
inspect r der & replace pulleys if needed
rebuild wheel bearings, maybe have wheels professionally trued & tensioned. I'm a huge fan of light, fast, stiff, bulletproof wheels, been riding Cane Creek for 15,000+ miles.... you can pick up a lightly used set for under $200 on occasion. Great investment.
or sell both the Bi and the 520 and get something with DISC brakes! biggest safety/maintenace improvement for commuting i've made in a while
cheers!
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Keep both, rebuild/upgrade the 520, then give away the Volpe to someone TBD when complete. (CB Hi has already volunteered for the drawing)
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Yup, rebuild the 520. Also, learn how to build/true wheels and take a whack at straightening out the Bianchi. In a nutshell: spend more money.
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Originally Posted by chipcom
Keep both, rebuild/upgrade the 520, then give away the Volpe to someone TBD when complete. (CB Hi has already volunteered for the drawing)
Taking it to work tomorrow. Maybe I'll post the Bianchi up on the "pay it forward" thread in the for sale area.
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Originally Posted by jyossarian
Yup, rebuild the 520. Also, learn how to build/true wheels and take a whack at straightening out the Bianchi. In a nutshell: spend more money.
I do want to try my hand at wheel building though. My next purchase will probably be a Dyno hub.
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