FORDSVT is spot on.

Three years ago a guy could flip through the daily listings, and at least see a cool mtb, road racer of some ilk, or the odd gem.

Not so much anymore. Anything that's priced right and is cool gets snapped pronto.

I had to pounce on my Colnago Elegant, and drive over with cash flying out of my hands for that deal.

Jet and I were first in line, and the seller was a fantastic guy.

Over the last year I've seen a total of three bicycles I could really keep and enjoy.

A Carl Strong, a Retrotec mtb, and a De Rosa Primato.

Each one had so many offers on them, they blew right past my price range.

Since they pulled the plug on nationwide CL searches, I don't waste my time with quests anymore.