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SJX426 06-30-14 01:35 PM

It looks Pista!

anixi 06-30-14 02:42 PM


Originally Posted by RPK79 (Post 16895585)
Nothing against the bike itself, but what in the hell kind of setup is that?

Bianchi Pista Single Speed 22"Frame - 6 Foot+ Riders

http://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_2...Q9_600x450.jpg

That's your typical red-neck single-speed, aka RNSS...

Bikedued 06-30-14 03:40 PM

I am always surprised(or not surprised) at how many amateur sellers think however far the seatpost sticks out, is the size of the frame and/or rider. Countless times I have seen ads for BIG MANS BIKE, only to find the ad is for a 17 inch hybrid with a foot or more of seatpost, and a super tall stem.,,,,,BD

due ruote 06-30-14 04:14 PM

As an impressionist painting, not too bad:

Schwinn Tandem Bike

http://images.craigslist.org/00B0B_i...Dh_600x450.jpg

Clang 06-30-14 04:53 PM


Originally Posted by RPK79 (Post 16895585)
Nothing against the bike itself, but what in the hell kind of setup is that?

What's worse: those flipped bum bars or that price tag? $720 for a stock Pista? I thought the Minneapolis Pistadex was lower than that.

zukahn1 06-30-14 09:26 PM


Originally Posted by Clang (Post 16896438)
What's worse: those flipped bum bars or that price tag? $720 for a stock Pista? I thought the Minneapolis Pistadex was lower than that.

Well I geuss the seller thinks the thinks the turned up bars ugly MTB stem, cheap red bartape and new cheapo plasstic pedals make it worth a couple hundred more than low retail. I saw this model going for $500 new at Velo swap about 2years ago.

smontanaro 07-01-14 03:27 AM


Originally Posted by zukahn1 (Post 16897100)
Well I geuss the seller thinks the thinks the turned up bars ugly MTB stem, cheap red bartape and new cheapo plasstic pedals make it worth a couple hundred more than low retail. I saw this model going for $500 new at Velo swap about 2years ago.

And he was blinded by the chrome. That's got to raise the price a bit, you know. :rolleyes:

smontanaro 07-01-14 03:58 AM

I know you make more money parting things out, but why would you separate perfectly good frame and fork, sell them at the same time, and admit it? Rossin chrome fork in reasonable condition. From same Rossin Record frame I am presently selling. grrrr

Vintage Rossin Record Frame | eBay
Vintage Rossin Chrome Front Fork | eBay
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNj...TsYkY/$_57.JPG

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNj...TsZH1/$_57.JPG

Bikedued 07-01-14 07:16 AM

I sent the Rossin seller a message and he responded pretty quickly. He is selling it for a friend, and will try to talk the friend into auctioning the frame and fork together. A reasonable answer I thought. The frame is in my size range, so it hit home more than usual. We'll see.,,,,BD

Clang 07-02-14 07:43 AM

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I think they meant: "this bike is 18 years old, and I paid $530 for it." 1996 Kona Fire Mountain - BikePedia I like how they get the keyword spam wrong too.

[h=2]Kona Fire mountian race light bike Mountain Bike medium - $250 (minnetonka)[/h]Kona Fire mountian race light bike Mountain Bike medium

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=390747http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=390748

Bike is 8 yrs old, has racing seat, GEl, and orifiginal seat. paid 1400.00 for it, all componenets work well. The tradition of creating mountain bikes that create mountain bikers lives in one of our longest-standing models. With perfect XC geometry, a lifetime warranty, and components that find that sweet balance between performance and price, the Fire Mountain is the ideal bike for those wanting to dive into the big, wide world of mountain biking. text or call show contact info
key words cannandale specialized trek

Bianchigirll 07-03-14 03:54 PM

Road racing bike? ALUMINUM ROAD RACING BIKE 18 SPEED SHIMANO 54CM[h=2]ALUMINUM ROAD RACING BIKE 18 SPEED SHIMANO 54CM - $200[/h]http://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_f...zZ_600x450.jpg http://images.craigslist.org/01515_b...FCU_50x50c.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/00101_2...YQd_50x50c.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_5...bwo_50x50c.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_f...GzZ_50x50c.jpg

Impluse Bike
Shimano SIS Eqcipped
aluminum frame
like new tires
Serial Number Q211053755
Handle bars are a little rusty

Uncle Randy 07-04-14 12:30 AM


Originally Posted by Bikedued (Post 16891554)
It's baaaaaack... He started posting this 3 years ago(maybe longer?). Always the same pics, always $200.,,,,BD


Marlboro Fuji Folding MT Bike

A Marlboro cigarette bike? Did people have to send in proof of purchase tabs from cigarette cartons to get one of these?

kunsunoke 07-04-14 06:10 AM


Originally Posted by Uncle Randy (Post 16907317)
A Marlboro cigarette bike? Did people have to send in proof of purchase tabs from cigarette cartons to get one of these?

Yes, something like that.

My father-in-law (RIP) traded cig pack proofs in for giveaway swag items on occasion. He got a couple of nice fleece pullovers out of the deal.

The folding setup allows the Fuji/Marlboro bike to sit tucked away in the corner, unused, while the smoker is tucked away in a chair on bottled oxygen.

Bikedued 07-04-14 04:51 PM

Real brainy guy here. Removed front brakes on one mountain bike, and backwards forks on another.,,,,BD


Bianchi Ibex & Raleigh Mountain Bikes

lasauge 07-04-14 09:22 PM

Another example proving that lattars is herd:
http://s28.postimg.org/il13lj0m1/Capture.jpg

curbtender 07-05-14 05:53 AM


Originally Posted by kunsunoke (Post 16907576)
Yes, something like that.

My father-in-law (RIP) traded cig pack proofs in for giveaway swag items on occasion. He got a couple of nice fleece pullovers out of the deal.

The folding setup allows the Fuji/Marlboro bike to sit tucked away in the corner, unused, while the smoker is tucked away in a chair on bottled oxygen.

When I worked a rear-loader garbage truck we collected Marboro Miles and Pepsi Points. Ended up with almost every thing in both catalogs. Just sold the Marboro rain slicker recently, it was pretty nice...

Flying Merkel 07-05-14 10:05 AM

Rare Frankenbike. Shiftless nonstop fun:

[h=2]Road Bike - $50 (pomona)[/h] http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_f...is_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_1...mpU_50x50c.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_f...Cis_50x50c.jpg
© craigslist - Map data © OpenStreetMap



(google map) (yahoo map)

condition: new

This is a very unique bike, because it has many parts from several different types of bikes. The bike runs perfectly and has several new parts that were used to build up the bike. it has little to no scratches and is ready to ride. for more info
show contact info
  • do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

Kactus 07-05-14 12:18 PM

With 6 days left it's already over $1000... with a bent fork?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1965-Schwinn...item1e8e228b57http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d1...psbb6a5a16.jpg

oldmancolin 07-05-14 12:29 PM


Originally Posted by Kactus (Post 16910702)

At least they started it at only $150. Crazy.

oldmancolin 07-05-14 01:59 PM

Rare 1980s 27" Kuwahara Road Touring Bike JAPAN

I'm no Kuwahara expert but I doubt those bars are one of the 'all original parts'.

wipekitty 07-06-14 10:59 AM

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Who wants to make some quick cash?

ANTIQUE BIKE

ANTIQUE BIKE - $75 (ONALASKA)

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_l...5K_600x450.jpg


NEEDS ONLY A COUPLE MINOR DETAIL PARTS TO BE ABLE TO SELL IT FOR $5,000.
IF INTERESTED IN GIVING AN OFFER JUST CALL RANDY.OBO

do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

Lanovran 07-06-14 12:38 PM


Originally Posted by Bikedued (Post 16891554)
It's baaaaaack... He started posting this 3 years ago(maybe longer?). Always the same pics, always $200.,,,,BD


Marlboro Fuji Folding MT Bike

Here's a promotional Cincinnati Reds version of the same bike, in far better condition, for a more reasonable price:

FUJI folding mountain bike __ with Cincinnati REDS Promo

oldmancolin 07-06-14 12:55 PM


Originally Posted by wipekitty (Post 16912806)
Who wants to make some quick cash?

ANTIQUE BIKE

ANTIQUE BIKE - $75 (ONALASKA)

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_l...5K_600x450.jpg


NEEDS ONLY A COUPLE MINOR DETAIL PARTS TO BE ABLE TO SELL IT FOR $5,000.
IF INTERESTED IN GIVING AN OFFER JUST CALL RANDY.OBO

do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

I want $5k! Maybe I'll give Randy a call.

arex 07-06-14 01:18 PM


Originally Posted by wipekitty (Post 16912806)
Who wants to make some quick cash?

ANTIQUE BIKE

ANTIQUE BIKE - $75 (ONALASKA)

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_l...5K_600x450.jpg


NEEDS ONLY A COUPLE MINOR DETAIL PARTS TO BE ABLE TO SELL IT FOR $5,000.
IF INTERESTED IN GIVING AN OFFER JUST CALL RANDY.OBO

do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

Why is the photo 7 years old?

kc0yef 07-06-14 01:55 PM


Originally Posted by arex (Post 16913105)
Why is the photo 7 years old?

new battery in his 2007 camera?


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