Give me warp 3, Mr. Sulu.

Best short story; GO!
 

2 St Etienne ten speed bikes - $125 (Grove City)
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...36cd7044cc.jpg
Obviously bent fork on the taller frame...
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...fb42b4bdf0.jpg
and the shorter frame too!

need some tlc, but ride-able new tubes and tires on both bikes 75.00 each or 125.00 for both

bicycle frame material: aluminum
bicycle type: road
condition: good
frame size: 23"
make / manufacturer: st etienne
suspension: none (rigid)
wheel size: 27 in

Why do both bikes have bent forks?

Okay, I'll be Frank.

Well, otherwise they wouldn't match, now would they?

In cyclist Hell, everybody rides this bike, just like this:
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...a3993bc50f.jpg
Gaze not too long...

https://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/bi...181185726.html

Just need some green throw-up and we have a winner.

"NEVER TRUST A CRAIGSLIST SELLER'S ESTIMATED FRAME SIZE"


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...fbef0420ae.png


https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...7c8b51f24b.jpg

Maybe it fits like a 54?

To be fair...didn't Lemond size their frames a bit differently than most other manufacturers. If the seller actually measured the frame it might have come to 54cm.

I'm meeting this guy in about an hour and a half. This is the right size for me. I have a Dura Ace gruppo ready to install. Is $340 fair?

https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...180499597.html
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...77f41f7ff5.png

I'm not a vintage guy or a flipper, but I think that's a beautiful frame. I balk a little at 27" wheels, but at least the rims are alloy not steel, and the brakes are sidepulls not centerpulls. Great brand new tires, but don't really vibe with the vintage feel, and at 27" you probably can't just throw them on another bike.

If you like the frame and can see yourself enjoying riding it with your DA components, then it's worth it to you.

I would go in with an offer of $300, just on principle assuming the seller has built in a CL price pad. Or maybe if you're not into the tires, offer $250 and he keeps the tires, maybe he has other 27" wheels he can use them on.

Almost $6K CAD for a 'classic Italian' frame and fork; https://vancouver.craigslist.org/nvn...171385416.html

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...ac8ff6587d.jpg


And while you're there, be sure to pet their unicorn!

^ I'd like to hear more about this bike shop which can replace a wheel for $20. Also, I'm curious about what happened to the other two gears.

Maybe it's spread for an 8 speed rear?

I agree that the $20 dollar wheel replacement is a fairy tale. Maybe they forgot a zero?

I believe that Ross Signatures are really really nice bikes so maybe this doesn't belong here (then there is that Covid tax price of $250...)

But anyone who'd ride a tire as far as this rear tire has gone probably never did any maintenance!
Ad says "I have a 80s ross signature 294s with training stand. Everything works great but will need new tires. "

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...60554217665896

https://scontent-yyz1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...89&oe=5F680D57

A good example of a how an honest seller can be confused as to what constitutes terms such as "excellent condition" or "ready to ride" and a dishonest seller, well....

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...86529388875454

Schwinn Paramount Series 3 PDG Bike
$250
Per ad "Size: 58 cm, ideal rider 5'9"-6'2" All original components except for seat and tires. New Continental Ultra Sport tires. Pedals can be attached for no additional charge. Rear derailleur cable is slightly frayed by shifts cleanly."

First view seems ok

https://scontent-yyz1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...42&oe=5F68502A

"Rear derailleur cable is slightly frayed by shifts cleanly"

https://scontent-yyz1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...3c&oe=5F681473

Small dent in top tube isn't mentioned

https://scontent-yyz1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...41&oe=5F66A0ED

Cables be highly rusty

https://scontent-yyz1-1.xx.fbcdn.net...2d&oe=5F661EFF

Might be an ok buy for $250 but possibly other reasons for low price (internal cables might be stuck, etc).

Because they ran into one another?

One-armed weight weenie selling his classic Raleigh...

https://images.craigslist.org/00T0T_...2_1200x900.jpg
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/b...178126841.html
...

^^^^^^ It's actually a decent bike going at an average price for the time. The seller is right up front about the broken handlebar.

Ironic that the aluminum frame, frequently maligned for its construction, outlasted the handlebar.

"Slightly frayed" cable is not the same as "exploded SIS housing."

"Collectors Bike"
 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...2240124198297/
Collectors bike
$11,111

Lockbourne, OH · over a week ago
I have an old bike that was forgot bout behind my uncle's . Everything is original needs alot of TLC... For sure must have for a collector.. as is bike is worth 150.. make offer
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...ca640f8f46.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...54a90eaf45.jpg
... and move the decimal. There! The bike is now valued appropriately at a dolla-fitty.

Who's got jokes? There are a few easy ones here...

His neighbor down the alley runs a "bike shop" out of his garage and has a pile of rusty chrome steel rims alongside the garage, your pick $20. :rolleyes:

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Alternatively: His neighbor down the alley runs a "bike shop" out of his garage and can get you stolen rims at $20 each

I get wheels at the local used shop for about $20 wheel for front, $25 for a rear. Sometimes more, not very often less.

Even French folks don't know what they have...nice 80 year old Gitane here...circa 1985/86 if I recall my Gitane decals:


https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...a051d951af.png