Now I'm thinking of putting up The Diego for sale...
05-01-07, 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by DnvrFox
Before you buy a new bike, I think you need to buy a garage door first. How else are we going to be able to see it?
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05-01-07, 03:00 PM
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I fear we will lose DG. First the 3900 and now the Diego, sounds like a guy getting ready to become a twice a month rider to me. Say it ain't so DG!
05-01-07, 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by howsteepisit
I fear we will lose DG. First the 3900 and now the Diego, sounds like a guy getting ready to become a twice a month rider to me. Say it ain't so DG!
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05-01-07, 09:14 PM
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Great Deal!
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/bik/321380584.html
I would have loved to have found that deal.
The following one is one that might be something of interest to you:
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/bik/319762459.html
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/bik/321380584.html
I would have loved to have found that deal.
The following one is one that might be something of interest to you:
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/bik/319762459.html
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05-01-07, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by howsteepisit
I fear we will lose DG. First the 3900 and now the Diego, sounds like a guy getting ready to become a twice a month rider to me. Say it ain't so DG!
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05-01-07, 10:18 PM
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I really enjoy my steel bikes - a Trek 520 (old) and Bianchi Volpe (new). I ride them much more frequently than my CF Trek 5200 because they ride so well and feel so good, hence I tend to relax and enjoy the ride more. Have you considered a nice mid-range steel road bike, either new or used?
05-01-07, 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by mtnroads
I really enjoy my steel bikes - a Trek 520 (old) and Bianchi Volpe (new). I ride them much more frequently than my CF Trek 5200 because they ride so well and feel so good, hence I tend to relax and enjoy the ride more. Have you considered a nice mid-range steel road bike, either new or used?
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05-01-07, 11:48 PM
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I've admired the Volpe a couple of times. While it's a traditional design, I find it very attractive. That unusual green color (Gang Green!!?!), the thin steel tubing, the slightly wider & knobbier tires, the upswept stem. It works for me.
Alas, I could never ride one, given it's standard geometry and drop bars. It would be a lovely & painful relationship.
Alas, I could never ride one, given it's standard geometry and drop bars. It would be a lovely & painful relationship.
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05-02-07, 12:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Tom Bombadil
Alas, I could never ride one, given it's standard geometry and drop bars.
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05-02-07, 05:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Digital Gee
As a matter of fact, I'm thinking of retesting the Volpe. Could be a great all-round bike, even a touring bike. (Not that touring is all THAT important. Just sayin')
05-03-07, 01:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Tom Bombadil
I've admired the Volpe a couple of times. While it's a traditional design, I find it very attractive. That unusual green color (Gang Green!!?!), the thin steel tubing, the slightly wider & knobbier tires, the upswept stem. It works for me.
Alas, I could never ride one, given it's standard geometry and drop bars. It would be a lovely & painful relationship.
Alas, I could never ride one, given it's standard geometry and drop bars. It would be a lovely & painful relationship.
