Originally Posted by
Artemis
Hello....
Sorry if this has been asked a million times.... I'm new to this forum ... New to bike riding too.... haven't ridden in over 15 years!
I'm looking for a used bike. Or a classic bike, or MAYBE even a vintage bike...
Basically, I'm looking for a CHEAP bike until I get my cycling legs back, then I may be willing to plop down more $$ for a new bike.... unless I fall in love with a vintage bike....
Spent the last couple days browsing through Ebay and Craig's List.... Wow.... if it's a "vintage" bike, it costs much more $$ than a plain old used bike.... so how does a new girl to the bike game know the difference between used, classic and vintage?
Cheers,
--- A
I think the overall definitions and senses of the terms you've gotten are pretty good. What's hard on CL is separating the old broken crap (an undefined term, sorry) from vintage or classic. Most here would say a Peugeot PX-10 of any year is a classic and vintage bike. But some sellers don't know when they have in their hands a UO-8 or lower. Still classic in the minds of some, but unadulterated OBC in the minds of others, especially when not in good or complete condition. So some just plain subject matter knowledge is very helpful. And we here can help you with some of that. It's why we always ask for pictures.
Plus there's the practicality of a particular buy, for you. If you are looking for a good bike at a good price, but one you can feel proud about or appreciate for its quality, that's one thing. If you are looking for excellent day to day reliability and nearly guaranteed non-obsolescence, that might or might not be a different bike. Part of this is, what can you or will you maintain?