ID please =)
07-21-07 | 03:33 PM
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K2ProFlex baby!
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From: My response would have been something along the lines of: "Does your bike have computer controlled suspension? Then shut your piehole, this baby is from the future!"
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ID please =)
I found this in the trash in the "Northern Libertys" area of Philly, says,"12 Speed Touring" on the tp tube, any Info is appreciated 
07-21-07 | 03:59 PM
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Bikes: 1978 Schwinn Paramount racer, 1974 Schwinn Paramount racer, 1973 Schwinn tourer, 15+ Schwinn Stingrays from the 70s, 1989 Klein Quantum roadie, 1985 Falcon Race roadie, 1999 K2 MTB
Dropouts that are not forged, steel cottered crank, cheap-looking bottom bracket all scream budget bicycle. This belongs back in the dumpster IMHO.
07-21-07 | 04:35 PM
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In the mid to late 80s in the SF Bay area, Firenze bikes were given away with purchase of a stereo at consumer electronics store in Daly City. I was wrenching at the time, so we saw a few of those come in for repair. Truly awful stuff, made cheaply in Taiwan, destined for short lives and then the landfill. I can't say that's what you have, but it's a possibility.
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07-21-07 | 06:38 PM
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They were also given away in Madison WI by a TV/furniture place called American of Madison. IIRC that stopped when he was sued by a person/persons who were severely injured when the steer tube of the frame came apsrt. I believe it cost the owner millions of dollars. They are probably the worst bikes I have ever seen. Roger
07-21-07 | 08:00 PM
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K2ProFlex baby!
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From: My response would have been something along the lines of: "Does your bike have computer controlled suspension? Then shut your piehole, this baby is from the future!"
Bikes: to many to list
OK! LOL! Back to the trash it goes! LOL! Thanks to all that helped
