Faggin Is it worth it?
04-20-12, 07:49 PM
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Faggin Is it worth it?
Hi Everyone, I am looking for a bicycle with a racing geometry. I saw this and like it and was wondering if anyone can tell me if its a good race bike.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/2947600368.html
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/2947600368.html
04-20-12, 08:10 PM
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Strong price, but worth it. Superbe Pro is great stuff, SLX speaks for itself. Condition looks excellent.
Around here, the best deals on C/L are higher end older bikes like this one. Buyers just aren't interested, so you can find something really nice at a reasonable price. Realize $700 only buys an entry level new bike. C/L is full of buyers for $100 to $200 bikes. Buyers get scarce as you move up in price.
Nice bike, I would go for it.
Around here, the best deals on C/L are higher end older bikes like this one. Buyers just aren't interested, so you can find something really nice at a reasonable price. Realize $700 only buys an entry level new bike. C/L is full of buyers for $100 to $200 bikes. Buyers get scarce as you move up in price.
Nice bike, I would go for it.
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04-20-12, 08:14 PM
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that's about right for a bike like that.
Moving this thread to appraisals
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04-20-12, 08:50 PM
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Sorry Everyone, I did not see this section. I am going in the morning to see the bike I spoke with the owner and confirmed he built this bike
04-20-12, 11:37 PM
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Yes, if as described, it is worth it..
I paid five hundred for a similar vintage red one
last year.........Mine required complete overhaul
and tires and new rubber everywhere.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...n#post13287963
As you can see, i was happy to get it.
last year.........Mine required complete overhaul
and tires and new rubber everywhere.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...n#post13287963
As you can see, i was happy to get it.
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04-21-12, 09:53 AM
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As t-bill mentioned, that's a stong price, but if it fits - go for it.
One of the best riding/most fun bikes I've owned was a Faggin. Did everything right and was a hoot to ride. Mine was Tre-tubi and a little on the heavy side, so I can only imagine how SLX would ride. It also had similar era Suntour Sprint group (non-index) which I liked quite a bit.
Hated to sell mine, but it was just a bit too small.
One of the best riding/most fun bikes I've owned was a Faggin. Did everything right and was a hoot to ride. Mine was Tre-tubi and a little on the heavy side, so I can only imagine how SLX would ride. It also had similar era Suntour Sprint group (non-index) which I liked quite a bit.
Hated to sell mine, but it was just a bit too small.
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I bought it for 650
I am going to trip my 1973 paramount and swap components to campy. The bike has new tires, new tape in the package and the first bike computer ever made by Advocet. I am stoked
I am going to trip my 1973 paramount and swap components to campy. The bike has new tires, new tape in the package and the first bike computer ever made by Advocet. I am stoked
04-21-12, 03:28 PM
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Sweet!!!! I didn't see that the hubs were Campy - even better.
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Strong price, but worth it. Superbe Pro is great stuff, SLX speaks for itself. Condition looks excellent.
Around here, the best deals on C/L are higher end older bikes like this one. Buyers just aren't interested, so you can find something really nice at a reasonable price. Realize $700 only buys an entry level new bike. C/L is full of buyers for $100 to $200 bikes. Buyers get scarce as you move up in price.
Nice bike, I would go for it.
Around here, the best deals on C/L are higher end older bikes like this one. Buyers just aren't interested, so you can find something really nice at a reasonable price. Realize $700 only buys an entry level new bike. C/L is full of buyers for $100 to $200 bikes. Buyers get scarce as you move up in price.
Nice bike, I would go for it.
yes, I bought it.
04-22-12, 08:07 AM
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Are you going to change your user name to Johnonafaggin?
04-22-12, 08:30 AM
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pictures as promised a little late, due to the fact I can't stop riding it long enough to picture it. it was bought of the original builder who had a spinal injury while motocross riding and the bicycle has sat ever since. It has suntour superbe derailers, crank. I replaced the cheap seat post with a super record cmpy. campy hubs laced to dinged wheels from the owner riding on flats(40-50psi) I purchased NOS suntour superbe levers and need to find the calipers and i will be done except for the bars and stem. rides nice, but not as nice or twitchy as the paramount 
I will miss the paramount, but at least the frame has chromed lugs and stays in perfect condition. the bicycle has been in the high desert since new.
I will miss the paramount, but at least the frame has chromed lugs and stays in perfect condition. the bicycle has been in the high desert since new.
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pictures as promised a little late, due to the fact I can't stop riding it long enough to picture it. it was bought of the original builder who had a spinal injury while motocross riding and the bicycle has sat ever since. It has suntour superbe derailers, crank. I replaced the cheap seat post with a super record cmpy. campy hubs laced to dinged wheels from the owner riding on flats(40-50psi) I purchased NOS suntour superbe levers and need to find the calipers and i will be done except for the bars and stem. rides nice, but not as nice or twitchy as the paramount I will miss the paramount, but at least the frame has chromed lugs and stays in perfect condition. the bicycle has been in the high desert since new.
I will miss the paramount, but at least the frame has chromed lugs and stays in perfect condition. the bicycle has been in the high desert since new.She's a looker.
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Nice bike! I've only seen one of these and it was at a garage sale for 500.00 and she couldnt sell it. How long before you get rid of the Bontrager tires?
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That is one pretty bike!
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