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08-13-12, 12:06 PM
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08-13-12, 12:23 PM
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08-13-12, 12:32 PM
#5003
Fat Guy on a Little Bike
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This one is pretty nauseating:
philadelphia craigslist > for sale / wanted > bicycles - by owner
[h=2]Professional DIY road bike with typical bianchi frame and unique stem - $300 (center city)[/h][HR][/HR]Date: 2012-08-12, 3:20PM EDT
Reply to: v8mn6-3200982647@sale.craigslist.org[SUP][Errors when replying to ads?][/SUP][HR][/HR]
Frame: typical bianchi road bike frame with DIY spray paint of color gloss black
Stem: 3T (This stem is very unique. It was taken off from a 1970 road bike, very stable, full of sense of design. Many professional bike fans would love it.)
Handlebar: Made by myself
Saddle: bianchi
Wheels: very nice DIY anti-skidding and widened wheels, 26'
self-added firm rear support (brand new!)
brand new pedals
plus: chain lock, safety night light, helmet
Alll in good conditions, smooth for riding, just ready to go! If interested in it, send me an e-mail as soon as possible! First come first served!
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[h=2]Professional DIY road bike with typical bianchi frame and unique stem - $300 (center city)[/h][HR][/HR]Date: 2012-08-12, 3:20PM EDT
Reply to: v8mn6-3200982647@sale.craigslist.org[SUP][Errors when replying to ads?][/SUP][HR][/HR]
Frame: typical bianchi road bike frame with DIY spray paint of color gloss black
Stem: 3T (This stem is very unique. It was taken off from a 1970 road bike, very stable, full of sense of design. Many professional bike fans would love it.)
Handlebar: Made by myself
Saddle: bianchi
Wheels: very nice DIY anti-skidding and widened wheels, 26'
self-added firm rear support (brand new!)
brand new pedals
plus: chain lock, safety night light, helmet
Alll in good conditions, smooth for riding, just ready to go! If interested in it, send me an e-mail as soon as possible! First come first served!
08-13-12, 01:32 PM
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I'm surprised it's not advertised as a fixie.
This one is pretty nauseating:
philadelphia craigslist > for sale / wanted > bicycles - by owner
Professional DIY road bike with typical bianchi frame and unique stem - $300 (center city)
[HR][/HR]Date: 2012-08-12, 3:20PM EDT
Reply to: [email]v8mn6-3200982647@sale.craigslist.org[SUP][Errors when replying to ads?][/SUP][HR][/HR]
Frame: typical bianchi road bike frame with DIY spray paint of color gloss black
Stem: 3T (This stem is very unique. It was taken off from a 1970 road bike, very stable, full of sense of design. Many professional bike fans would love it.)
Handlebar: Made by myself
Saddle: bianchi
Wheels: very nice DIY anti-skidding and widened wheels, 26'
self-added firm rear support (brand new!)
brand new pedals
plus: chain lock, safety night light, helmet
Alll in good conditions, smooth for riding, just ready to go! If interested in it, send me an e-mail as soon as possible! First come first served!
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Professional DIY road bike with typical bianchi frame and unique stem - $300 (center city)
[HR][/HR]Date: 2012-08-12, 3:20PM EDT
Reply to: [email]v8mn6-3200982647@sale.craigslist.org[SUP][Errors when replying to ads?][/SUP][HR][/HR]
Frame: typical bianchi road bike frame with DIY spray paint of color gloss black
Stem: 3T (This stem is very unique. It was taken off from a 1970 road bike, very stable, full of sense of design. Many professional bike fans would love it.)
Handlebar: Made by myself
Saddle: bianchi
Wheels: very nice DIY anti-skidding and widened wheels, 26'
self-added firm rear support (brand new!)
brand new pedals
plus: chain lock, safety night light, helmet
Alll in good conditions, smooth for riding, just ready to go! If interested in it, send me an e-mail as soon as possible! First come first served!
08-13-12, 01:43 PM
#5005
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this was bike was originally posted as for sale for 350 but the guy had it stolen last weekend...pre karma i guess
08-13-12, 03:31 PM
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Must be that all chrome Schwinn bikes are a Paramount.
https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/bik/3202370023.html
Deluxe Paramount - 1965 - $1200 (Spring Lake)
https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/bik/3202370023.html
Deluxe Paramount - 1965 - $1200 (Spring Lake)
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08-13-12, 03:40 PM
#5007
Jack of all trades
^what an idiot! Does this person really expect someone more than half awake to fall for such a scam? Nauseating!!!!!!
08-13-12, 04:07 PM
#5008
Friendship is Magic
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for bikes that looked a lot like that one......when I ask if they've
been curb jumping, the answer is, "Yes, but I won't do it again."
Which may or may not be true, I guess..........
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08-13-12, 04:11 PM
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08-13-12, 04:13 PM
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08-13-12, 09:05 PM
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08-14-12, 08:38 AM
#5013
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Fun one on the local CL: https://ottawa.en.craigslist.ca/bik/3177418266.html
German made Bianchi? Uh... Hmm.
Also "fully restored except the frame" does not sound very "fully" restored, and there's no photos.
Bianchi road bike - $750 (gatineau)
Date: 2012-08-01, 3:39PM EDT
This bike is german made in 1967, it has been fully restored except the frame. Looking to trade for something interesting . Make an offer
Location: gatineau
it's ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 3177418266
Date: 2012-08-01, 3:39PM EDT
This bike is german made in 1967, it has been fully restored except the frame. Looking to trade for something interesting . Make an offer
Location: gatineau
it's ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 3177418266
Also "fully restored except the frame" does not sound very "fully" restored, and there's no photos.
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08-14-12, 09:46 PM
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This ad is full of wacky!
Dark pictures. Reversed images. Misread bike model name. Crappy background with cable receptacle hanging out of the wall.
Mens Fuji Pasadena Road bike.
https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/bik/3206434241.html
Dark pictures. Reversed images. Misread bike model name. Crappy background with cable receptacle hanging out of the wall.
Mens Fuji Pasadena Road bike.
https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/bik/3206434241.html
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08-14-12, 09:59 PM
#5015
Still learning
08-15-12, 01:31 AM
#5016
Bianchi Goddess
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It may be a hot mess but for $450 American I might have gone for it. for a decent TSX frame, and some other OK parts it doesn't seem that bad
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08-16-12, 06:59 AM
#5017
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Ok can any one explain this bike I'm not a big fixie fan but this one is jus too much.
https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/3192985270.html
It don't matter how will built it suposedly is it still looks like a pos junk frame and but ugly for over $400.
https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/3192985270.html
It don't matter how will built it suposedly is it still looks like a pos junk frame and but ugly for over $400.
08-16-12, 07:03 AM
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Single rear brake set-up? WHY? All that extra cable for a worse brake?
08-16-12, 07:14 AM
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08-17-12, 10:39 PM
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08-18-12, 03:24 AM
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https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/3213054587.html
Peugot Record Du Monde Road bike -$69 (Kirkland)
Date: 2012-08-17, 8:46PM PDT
This bike is from the 70's or 60's. Classic 10 speed road bike. I'm not a size man, but it's a bit too high for me and I'm 5'8. In fair shape. I have replaced the hard seat with a softer cushioned seat. Call or text: 347-744-8000.
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$69?
"... not a size man... 5'8". In fair shape..."
just come out and say it, man!
Peugot Record Du Monde Road bike -$69 (Kirkland)
Date: 2012-08-17, 8:46PM PDT
This bike is from the 70's or 60's. Classic 10 speed road bike. I'm not a size man, but it's a bit too high for me and I'm 5'8. In fair shape. I have replaced the hard seat with a softer cushioned seat. Call or text: 347-744-8000.
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$69?
"... not a size man... 5'8". In fair shape..."
just come out and say it, man!
08-18-12, 03:43 AM
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08-18-12, 07:29 AM
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got drunk lost bike (47th and sandyish)
got drunk lost bike (47th and sandyish)
Date: 2012-08-16, 2:58PM PDT
Reply to: vnj2w-3210305205@sale.craigslist.org
Hello kind person of portland.
woke up this morning still drunk on someones porch. no longer had my bike or my prescription glasses. either would be awesome. um i am a giant and so is my bike. it is a HUGE raleigh usa themed road/tour style. if you want some money i can do that. long shot but wtf.
thanks.
Date: 2012-08-16, 2:58PM PDT
Reply to: vnj2w-3210305205@sale.craigslist.org
Hello kind person of portland.
woke up this morning still drunk on someones porch. no longer had my bike or my prescription glasses. either would be awesome. um i am a giant and so is my bike. it is a HUGE raleigh usa themed road/tour style. if you want some money i can do that. long shot but wtf.
thanks.
08-18-12, 07:35 AM
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got drunk lost bike (47th and sandyish)
Date: 2012-08-16, 2:58PM PDT
Reply to: vnj2w-3210305205@sale.craigslist.org
Hello kind person of portland.
woke up this morning still drunk on someones porch. no longer had my bike or my prescription glasses. either would be awesome. um i am a giant and so is my bike. it is a HUGE raleigh usa themed road/tour style. if you want some money i can do that. long shot but wtf.
thanks.
Date: 2012-08-16, 2:58PM PDT
Reply to: vnj2w-3210305205@sale.craigslist.org
Hello kind person of portland.
woke up this morning still drunk on someones porch. no longer had my bike or my prescription glasses. either would be awesome. um i am a giant and so is my bike. it is a HUGE raleigh usa themed road/tour style. if you want some money i can do that. long shot but wtf.
thanks.
Good thing his most valuable possessions are permanently attached. It would suck to lose your "tool kit" and have to take out a CL ad begging for it to be returned. And since he's a giant I bet a lot of folks would be less likely to give such a "large tool" back...
08-18-12, 09:56 AM
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Just saw this while looking for a saddle:
I didn't know 'UOS' was a thing. I guess a lot of these parts I have are worth more than I thought!
I didn't know 'UOS' was a thing. I guess a lot of these parts I have are worth more than I thought!