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04-24-09, 09:51 PM
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This is one nice seat post!
Thomson Masterpiece 31.6 - $80 (Fullerton)
Reply to: sale-sbvxq-1138832550@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-24, 5:42PM PDT
Selling a used black thomson masterpiece 31.6x250mm(cut) seatpost. Used for about 5 months, light as a feather. email for more info
tags: mountain bike fixie fixed
PostingID: 1138832550
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Do people not realize their bars are upside down?
Thomson Masterpiece 31.6 - $80 (Fullerton)
Reply to: sale-sbvxq-1138832550@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-24, 5:42PM PDT
Selling a used black thomson masterpiece 31.6x250mm(cut) seatpost. Used for about 5 months, light as a feather. email for more info
tags: mountain bike fixie fixed
- Location: Fullerton
- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1138832550
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Do people not realize their bars are upside down?
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04-24-09, 10:05 PM
#102
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Sometimes it's better to just admit your bike is too small.
Or trade your cyclewear in for something like this:
Or trade your cyclewear in for something like this:
04-26-09, 06:02 AM
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I like Viscounts as much as the next guy. But $1300? I don't like them that much.
1976 Viscount 10 Speed Road Bike, Phil Wood Hubs - $1300
https://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/1133264561.html
1976 Viscount 10 Speed Road Bike, Phil Wood Hubs - $1300
https://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/1133264561.html
04-26-09, 01:12 PM
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Wow, this one just popped up on KC craigslist. Do you think the bend in the top tube happend when the fork got a new rake, or was it built that way? Also who in the 4377 sells a wrecked bike! ps I put it in doc form so it might stay after the ad is flagged or removed.
04-26-09, 07:04 PM
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https://cgi.ebay.com/ITALY-BIANCHI-PI...QQcmdZViewItem HMMMM!Manufactured in 1979 makes it almost 20 years old?Fuzzy math to me.
04-27-09, 01:22 AM
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https://cgi.ebay.com/ITALY-BIANCHI-PI...QQcmdZViewItem HMMMM!Manufactured in 1979 makes it almost 20 years old?Fuzzy math to me.
04-27-09, 09:02 AM
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https://cgi.ebay.com/ITALY-BIANCHI-PI...QQcmdZViewItem HMMMM!Manufactured in 1979 makes it almost 20 years old?Fuzzy math to me.
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04-27-09, 09:10 AM
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Why advertise this way?
https://newyork.craigslist.org/que/bik/1142018849.html
canny/dale smalllllll needs sum help
Reply to: sale-skqvt-1142018849@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 7:57AM EDT
$250.00 cash cany dale model unkown cause its covered wit **** hippie stickers has thousands in custom parts to ravish......nuke proof wheels perfect true no/hop hop hops/ringle stem wow wee/crow bar handlebars/rock shock fork/specialized seat/custom seatpost /16.5 frame for girlie cause its pink could use a new chain /not rideable to new chain installed no/offers considered!!!!!!!!!! cash/firm no/dopes nuknowwhour no offers dont even try it!!! !!@#$%@#$%^#$%^#$%^&$%^&*#$%^&*()_$%^&*(
PostingID: 1142018849
https://newyork.craigslist.org/que/bik/1142018849.html
canny/dale smalllllll needs sum help
Reply to: sale-skqvt-1142018849@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 7:57AM EDT
$250.00 cash cany dale model unkown cause its covered wit **** hippie stickers has thousands in custom parts to ravish......nuke proof wheels perfect true no/hop hop hops/ringle stem wow wee/crow bar handlebars/rock shock fork/specialized seat/custom seatpost /16.5 frame for girlie cause its pink could use a new chain /not rideable to new chain installed no/offers considered!!!!!!!!!! cash/firm no/dopes nuknowwhour no offers dont even try it!!! !!@#$%@#$%^#$%^#$%^&$%^&*#$%^&*()_$%^&*(
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04-27-09, 09:41 AM
#109
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That made my head hurt...
04-27-09, 12:53 PM
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I'm speachless on this one...
I'm speechless on this one...
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1142509011.html
Vintage Raleigh Road Bike - $150 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
Reply to: sale-b7cau-1142509011@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 9:59AM PDT
Very cool vintage raleigh road bike. 55c. Will be ready to ride with some minor work. There is a crack in the frame (see picture) that looks ugly but doesn't affect the ride as far as I can tell. Also the rear tire sometimes rubs the frame. Other than that, it should be good to go. I had it tuned up this month. If you know anything about bike maintenance, this is probably for you.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1142509011.html
Vintage Raleigh Road Bike - $150 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
Reply to: sale-b7cau-1142509011@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 9:59AM PDT
Very cool vintage raleigh road bike. 55c. Will be ready to ride with some minor work. There is a crack in the frame (see picture) that looks ugly but doesn't affect the ride as far as I can tell. Also the rear tire sometimes rubs the frame. Other than that, it should be good to go. I had it tuned up this month. If you know anything about bike maintenance, this is probably for you.
04-27-09, 06:42 PM
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I'm speechless on this one...
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1142509011.html
Vintage Raleigh Road Bike - $150 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
Reply to: sale-b7cau-1142509011@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 9:59AM PDT
Very cool vintage raleigh road bike. 55c. Will be ready to ride with some minor work. There is a crack in the frame (see picture) that looks ugly but doesn't affect the ride as far as I can tell. Also the rear tire sometimes rubs the frame. Other than that, it should be good to go. I had it tuned up this month. If you know anything about bike maintenance, this is probably for you.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1142509011.html
Vintage Raleigh Road Bike - $150 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
Reply to: sale-b7cau-1142509011@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-27, 9:59AM PDT
Very cool vintage raleigh road bike. 55c. Will be ready to ride with some minor work. There is a crack in the frame (see picture) that looks ugly but doesn't affect the ride as far as I can tell. Also the rear tire sometimes rubs the frame. Other than that, it should be good to go. I had it tuned up this month. If you know anything about bike maintenance, this is probably for you.
And I want to know what shop tuned it up and let him ride it away like that so I can be sure to never go there... ever.
04-27-09, 06:55 PM
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I like Viscounts as much as the next guy. But $1300? I don't like them that much.
1976 Viscount 10 Speed Road Bike, Phil Wood Hubs - $1300
https://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/1133264561.html
1976 Viscount 10 Speed Road Bike, Phil Wood Hubs - $1300
https://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/1133264561.html
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04-27-09, 07:05 PM
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04-27-09, 07:42 PM
#114
Riding like its 1990
When you hear the seller say this: "If you know anything about bike maintenance, this is probably for you."
Run far, far away!
Run far, far away!
04-27-09, 10:30 PM
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What a pityful display of Socal bike sales...
This is why I'm getting depressed living here looking for deals.
All these guys do around here is comb through all the goodwill stores converting bikes into fixies or listing one turd for the price of three.
So that "sandman" grew 4 inches in 2 months and the bike doesn't fit? Wow.
This is why I'm getting depressed living here looking for deals.
All these guys do around here is comb through all the goodwill stores converting bikes into fixies or listing one turd for the price of three.
So that "sandman" grew 4 inches in 2 months and the bike doesn't fit? Wow.
04-27-09, 10:40 PM
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I normally ignore all the "wacky" ads - but couldn't pass up posting this one:
"this bike has nickel jointes it ways 7 lbs and has finger shfters must see for details"
I wonder if the "finger shfters" originally came with the "jointes".
"this bike has nickel jointes it ways 7 lbs and has finger shfters must see for details"
I wonder if the "finger shfters" originally came with the "jointes".
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04-27-09, 10:57 PM
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Okay, first, this seller cut and pasted like half of Wal-Mart's website. Second, they're trying to sell an "f-ed up" (their words) Wal-Mart Mongoose ("sweet ride !! just a little banged up bent handlebars, bent derailer mount, ripped seat. make an offer!!!") for more than they cost in the store.
https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1143511920.html
https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1143511920.html
04-28-09, 12:21 AM
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Okay, first, this seller cut and pasted like half of Wal-Mart's website. Second, they're trying to sell an "f-ed up" (their words) Wal-Mart Mongoose ("sweet ride !! just a little banged up bent handlebars, bent derailer mount, ripped seat. make an offer!!!") for more than they cost in the store.
https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1143511920.html
https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1143511920.html
04-28-09, 07:09 AM
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This one's great:
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/1143240983.html
It's an artists' easel, probably lifted from the studios of the local art school at VCU. Only place in town with that sort of easel. Creative re-purposing, combined with creative redistribution of assets.
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/1143240983.html
It's an artists' easel, probably lifted from the studios of the local art school at VCU. Only place in town with that sort of easel. Creative re-purposing, combined with creative redistribution of assets.
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04-28-09, 06:51 PM
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I didn't know Mongoose made carbon fiber frames that look cool! Hell, I thought Mongoose made cheap BMX and MTB! The strange thing is this: both frames look very similar... Even the chain rings are exactly the same!
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/1145028136.html
MARTEC AND MONGOOSE FULL FIBER CARBON ROAD BIKES (SANTA ANA)
Reply to: sale-ppnkm-1145028136@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-28, 5:10PM PDT
-MARTEC ALL CARBO FIBER ROAD BIKE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
-SHIMANO DURACE DERAILLEURS
-SHIMANO DURACE BRAKES
-SHIMANO DERACE SHIFTERS
-FSA CARBON PRO CRANK SET
-SPINERGY CARBON FIBER WHEELS
-CARBON FIBER SEAT POST
-SPECIALIZED TOUPE SEAT
-ORIGINAL MARTEC FORKS
-CARBON FIBER HANDLEBARS
ASKING $2500 OBO
-MONGOOSE PRO ROAD BIKE / ONE SPEED
-THIS IS HARD TO FIND MONGOOSE PRO RX CARBON FIBER FRAME AND FORKS MADE IN USA NOT CHEAP CHINA MONGOOSE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION .
-IT HAS MAVIC WHEELS
-BONTRAGER CRANK SET
-EASTON SEAT POST
-SHIMANO ULTEGRA BRAKES
-BISION BASE BAR OR HANDLE BAR.
ASKING $2000 FOR THIS OBO
WILLING TO TRADE THE BIKES FOR ITOUCH, MAC LAPTOPS OR FISHING STUFF OR AGOOD WORKING CAR. CALL OR EMAIL AT (714) 631-5968
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PICS https://s592.photobucket.com/albums/tt10/GIO13-BASS/
PostingID: 1145028136
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/1145028136.html
MARTEC AND MONGOOSE FULL FIBER CARBON ROAD BIKES (SANTA ANA)
Reply to: sale-ppnkm-1145028136@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-28, 5:10PM PDT
-MARTEC ALL CARBO FIBER ROAD BIKE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
-SHIMANO DURACE DERAILLEURS
-SHIMANO DURACE BRAKES
-SHIMANO DERACE SHIFTERS
-FSA CARBON PRO CRANK SET
-SPINERGY CARBON FIBER WHEELS
-CARBON FIBER SEAT POST
-SPECIALIZED TOUPE SEAT
-ORIGINAL MARTEC FORKS
-CARBON FIBER HANDLEBARS
ASKING $2500 OBO
-MONGOOSE PRO ROAD BIKE / ONE SPEED
-THIS IS HARD TO FIND MONGOOSE PRO RX CARBON FIBER FRAME AND FORKS MADE IN USA NOT CHEAP CHINA MONGOOSE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION .
-IT HAS MAVIC WHEELS
-BONTRAGER CRANK SET
-EASTON SEAT POST
-SHIMANO ULTEGRA BRAKES
-BISION BASE BAR OR HANDLE BAR.
ASKING $2000 FOR THIS OBO
WILLING TO TRADE THE BIKES FOR ITOUCH, MAC LAPTOPS OR FISHING STUFF OR AGOOD WORKING CAR. CALL OR EMAIL AT (714) 631-5968
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PICS https://s592.photobucket.com/albums/tt10/GIO13-BASS/
- Location: SANTA ANA
- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1145028136
04-28-09, 07:07 PM
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Now I am not an expert or anything like that, but isn't this a woman's beach cruiser?
Brand New I ped Folding Mtn. Bike - $149 (Orange)
Reply to: sale-wzdqq-1144526474@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-28, 12:04PM PDT
This bike is Brand New. Runs Great Folds for Garage or Car Trunk Storage. Disk Rear Brake
16 Inch frame. 20 Inch Tires
Call dale 714-366-8486
PostingID: 1144526474
Brand New I ped Folding Mtn. Bike - $149 (Orange)
Reply to: sale-wzdqq-1144526474@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-04-28, 12:04PM PDT
This bike is Brand New. Runs Great Folds for Garage or Car Trunk Storage. Disk Rear Brake
16 Inch frame. 20 Inch Tires
Call dale 714-366-8486
- Location: Orange
- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1144526474
04-29-09, 03:02 PM
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A double kitten killer in NH!
https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/1143886113.html
Originally Posted by NH-CL Bike Ad
My fixed gear project was vandalized... so I'm looking to strip a bike....
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04-29-09, 03:06 PM
#124
Riding like its 1990
How about this:
"I have bike invention provisional patent and am looking for some bike company or person to partner up and develop my invention "
I bet a lot of bike companies look on CL for their next big idea...
I wonder what it is, perhaps a handlebar mount laptop so you can check CL on the road.
"I have 3rd grade English book. Use it as a guide to writing ads."
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/1146040435.html
"I have bike invention provisional patent and am looking for some bike company or person to partner up and develop my invention "
I bet a lot of bike companies look on CL for their next big idea...
I wonder what it is, perhaps a handlebar mount laptop so you can check CL on the road.
"I have 3rd grade English book. Use it as a guide to writing ads."
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/1146040435.html
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04-29-09, 03:31 PM
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How about this:
"I have bike invention provisional patent and am looking for some bike company or person to partner up and develop my invention "
I bet a lot of bike companies look on CL for their next big idea...
I wonder what it is, perhaps a handlebar mount laptop so you can check CL on the road.
"I have 3rd grade English book. Use it as a guide to writing ads."
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/1146040435.html
"I have bike invention provisional patent and am looking for some bike company or person to partner up and develop my invention "
I bet a lot of bike companies look on CL for their next big idea...
I wonder what it is, perhaps a handlebar mount laptop so you can check CL on the road.
"I have 3rd grade English book. Use it as a guide to writing ads."
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/1146040435.html
