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08-29-25 | 07:13 AM

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jdawginsc

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Bikes: More than the people who ride them...oy.

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Originally Posted by nlerner

Just picked up this 56 cm Raleigh Int'l frame and fork from around 1970 (F serial #). It's been repainted. I don't need another bike, of course, so if you were so inclined.

Just like Ral- Eeyore. Those are some decent bikes for sure.

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08-29-25 | 08:32 AM

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From: Manhattan & Woodstock NY

Bikes: 2024 A Homer Hilsen, 1992 Paramount PDG Series, 1991 Mercian King of Mercia, 1987 Mercian Pro, 1985 Shogun 500, 1969? Falcon San Remo, 1972 Peugeot PX-10, 1972 Schwinn Paramount P13-9, 1971 Peugeot PX-10, 1970 Raleigh Pro Mk I

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Originally Posted by sloar

Neals Hetchins.

Good choice.

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08-29-25 | 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by ascherer

Good choice.

He just took some measurements and unfortunately it’s going to be too big for me.

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08-29-25 | 09:12 AM

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sloar

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Bikes: they change so much I'm tired of updating this

That’s basically what I’m looking for. An older ornate frame, with a nice set of wheels. I have the parts to build it, but lack the wheels.

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08-29-25 | 09:15 AM

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Look up Hufhagel. Radivist has a school-girl crush on Josh and his bikes. I have a 56 road version in black that says "go vegan" on it. I'm about to strip and repaint.

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08-29-25 | 11:04 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sloar

He just took some measurements and unfortunately it’s going to be too big for me.

That's too bad. Fortunately it's too small for me.

08-29-25 | 02:23 PM

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From: San Jose (Willow Glen) Ca

Bikes: Kirk Custom JK Special, 86 De Rosa Pro, '84 Team Miyata,(dura ace old school) 80?? SR Semi-Pro 600 Arabesque

good luck with search....have you considered a custom or take a doug fattic class? just sayin' that would be one of a kind (of course probably in budget)

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08-29-25 | 02:33 PM

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sloar

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I’m not that worried about it, I’m in no hurry to get another bike. It’s fun just looking. The Hetchins would’ve been cool to ride, I’ll find something

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08-29-25 | 02:40 PM

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Bikes: Cuevas & Cimmaron are my full time riders, small MB-3 and large Competition GS are my sometimers

Maybe not unique, but I keep looking at this one (even though it is too small for me) Has been listed for a few months with only one price drop I have seen $800>$750. Maybe they are ready to make a deal on the bike, or sell F&F? https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sg...871311700.html

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08-29-25 | 04:33 PM

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James1964

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The Franklin appears to be one of Jack Trumbull's (Franklin Frames). I have a road bike he built in 1984. It's beautifully constructed and finished and rides very nicely. That's a great deal.

08-31-25 | 04:56 PM

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Henry III

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From: The Thumb, MI

Speaking of Doug Fattic. Not too many of his frames pop up but here's one on the Bay. He's one of the most affordable framebuilding classes out there and offers housing right on the property also.
https://ebay.us/m/klT1ON

08-31-25 | 05:18 PM

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jdawginsc

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Bikes: More than the people who ride them...oy.

There’s a Lygie offered up by Force.

09-01-25 | 10:22 AM

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brewerkz

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From: Boise, Idaho

Bikes: '46 Higgins Ultralite, 50s Wally Green, ‘69 Raleigh Professional,'78 Dawes, '82 3Rensho Standard Road,‘84 Trek 170, '90 Trek 970,'97 Waterford 1200

Eisentraut limited frame 56 cm

sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/petaluma-albert-eisentraut-limited/7870685366.html

09-01-25 | 10:49 AM

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sd5782

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From: Toledo Ohio

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It is fun spending other people’s money

09-01-25 | 12:45 PM

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From: Fiscal Conservative on the Lefty Coast - Oregon

Bikes: A few modern, Several vintage, All ridden when weather allows.

Solar , our co-op has a Centurion - Cinelli with chrome lugs & decent components that has been hanging in the back back room for a while. I haven’t measured it, but will be there later this week and could check get them & pictures if you are interested. I get a sizable discount o used items & if you don’t need the wheels, shipping should be reasonable. Best to email me, vancy@att.net.
Cheers,
Van

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