The ***** Cruiser
#26
Hopelessly addicted...
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From: Central Maryland
Bikes: 1949 Hercules Kestrel, 1950 Norman Rapide, 1970 Schwinn Collegiate, 1972 Peugeot UE-8, 1976 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Jack Taylor Tandem, 1984 Davidson Tandem, 2010 Bilenky "BQ" 650B Constructeur Tandem, 2011 Linus Mixte
As the ***** cruiser appears to have some street cred, I can only imagine how proud you must be to now own this totally awesome machine.
I envision crowds of admiring hipsters forming a circle around the ***** cruiser admiring every little detail including the left tilting saddle, to the *gravity defying* right side lower bum cheek aerator/perspiration soaker upper, to the triple cat sticker, just to name a few things. As the ***** cruiser gorges itself on a diet of hipsters and road cyclists only those who familiar with its wiles will escape its claws and find themselves unscathed from the encounter.
I envision crowds of admiring hipsters forming a circle around the ***** cruiser admiring every little detail including the left tilting saddle, to the *gravity defying* right side lower bum cheek aerator/perspiration soaker upper, to the triple cat sticker, just to name a few things. As the ***** cruiser gorges itself on a diet of hipsters and road cyclists only those who familiar with its wiles will escape its claws and find themselves unscathed from the encounter.
Last edited by photogravity; 12-07-12 at 02:00 PM. Reason: I write bad
#27
I left the ***** cruiser overnight unlocked in the same room as a Motobecane Mirage and some highlighters. One thing led to another and because they loved each other very much and were in a long-term committed relationship...well, you can see for yourself.














#29
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From: Santa Fe, NM
Bikes: Vassago Moosknuckle Ti 29+ XTR, 90's Merckx Corsa-01 9sp Record, PROJECT: 1954 Frejus SuperCorsa
DD, your cat is adorable.
Narhay, if it were my bike, I'd go with black and do something like the Pashley Guv'nor.
Narhay, if it were my bike, I'd go with black and do something like the Pashley Guv'nor.
#30
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From: Minneapolis
Bikes: -1973 Motobecane Mirage -197? Velosolex L'Etoile -'71 Raleigh Super Course
#31
Some layers of dry, crusty paint were peeled back to reveal quite a nice surprise. I knew that the obvious quality of this two wheeled Rolls Royce-esque chariot was no mistake. It is indeed a DeRosa.
Rembrandt's rendition of previous labels:

Actual labels:

As much as it would break my heart to see her with someone else, I am willing to take $5000 in as is condition.
Rembrandt's rendition of previous labels:

Actual labels:

As much as it would break my heart to see her with someone else, I am willing to take $5000 in as is condition.
#32
Hopelessly addicted...
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From: Central Maryland
Bikes: 1949 Hercules Kestrel, 1950 Norman Rapide, 1970 Schwinn Collegiate, 1972 Peugeot UE-8, 1976 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Jack Taylor Tandem, 1984 Davidson Tandem, 2010 Bilenky "BQ" 650B Constructeur Tandem, 2011 Linus Mixte
I am SO glad I didn't have anything to drink in my mouth when I saw this post! If I did, my monitor would have been wearing it. 
Narhay, you have made my day.
KonAaron Snake, wherefore art thou?

Narhay, you have made my day.
#33
Fat Guy on a Little Bike


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From: Philadelphia, PA
Bikes: Two wheeled ones
This is pretty funny - I call my wife's bike the xxxxy-mobile because she loves hello kitty, and it's pink. It as more hello kitty bling en route for the holidays.


#34
Hopelessly addicted...
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From: Central Maryland
Bikes: 1949 Hercules Kestrel, 1950 Norman Rapide, 1970 Schwinn Collegiate, 1972 Peugeot UE-8, 1976 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Jack Taylor Tandem, 1984 Davidson Tandem, 2010 Bilenky "BQ" 650B Constructeur Tandem, 2011 Linus Mixte
#35
Count Orlok Member

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From: St. Paul, MN
Bikes: Raleigh Sports, Raleigh Twenty, Raleigh Wyoming, Raleigh DL1, Schwinn Winter Bike
The rotating crank mechanism, aka "the crank arms" have these vile pins (probably designed by a canine) holding them onto the bottom bracket. If any of the ***** Cruiser admirers know how to remove these (other than a hammer which only got them so far) there may be a cat sticker in it for you (I am lying, there will be no stickers forthcoming).

Or:
#36
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From: The First State.
Bikes: Schwinn Continental, Schwinn Paramount, Schwinn High Plains, Schwinn World Sport, Trek 420, Trek 930,Trek 660, Novara X-R, Giant Iguana. Fuji Sagres mixte.
The rotating crank mechanism, aka "the crank arms" have these vile pins (probably designed by a canine) holding them onto the bottom bracket. If any of the ***** Cruiser admirers know how to remove these (other than a hammer which only got them so far) there may be a cat sticker in it for you (I am lying, there will be no stickers forthcoming).
#37
I'M SO GLAD YOU ARE BRINGING MY EX ***** CRUISER BACK TO LIFE! If you change the name though, I think you should call it Frankenbike.
IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN CUSTOM HIGH GRADE CAT STICKER APPLICATIONS I'M YOUR GAL! I ALSO HAVE PLANET STICKETS!
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IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN CUSTOM HIGH GRADE CAT STICKER APPLICATIONS I'M YOUR GAL! I ALSO HAVE PLANET STICKETS!
#38
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From: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Bikes: 1974 Schwinn Paramount, 1980 Raleigh Competition GS, 1986 Vitus 979, 1988 Trek 360, 1991 Trek 7000 MTB, 1999 Burley Rumba tandem
#39
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From: Santa Fe, NM
Bikes: Vassago Moosknuckle Ti 29+ XTR, 90's Merckx Corsa-01 9sp Record, PROJECT: 1954 Frejus SuperCorsa
Wahoo! The creator of the *****cruiser is in da house! Welcome to BF.
#40
Hopelessly addicted...
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From: Central Maryland
Bikes: 1949 Hercules Kestrel, 1950 Norman Rapide, 1970 Schwinn Collegiate, 1972 Peugeot UE-8, 1976 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Raleigh Sports, 1977 Jack Taylor Tandem, 1984 Davidson Tandem, 2010 Bilenky "BQ" 650B Constructeur Tandem, 2011 Linus Mixte
MADDISON666, as we have two cats that allow us stay in their house, wifey and I will probably be in touch about some nice cat stickers. 
BTW, I think the ***** cruiser is da bomb and have a little difficulty understanding why you'd let it go. Most all the guys and gals on this forum are polygamous. C'mon, give it a try. It's fun!

BTW, I think the ***** cruiser is da bomb and have a little difficulty understanding why you'd let it go. Most all the guys and gals on this forum are polygamous. C'mon, give it a try. It's fun!
#41
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#42
I had 2 bikes, and it was taking up too much space in my apartment so I HAD TO LET HER GO. It was really hard. After he picked her up I cried and wiped my tears with the $20 bill I got in exchange for her. Now all I have is my ultra trendy hipster bike (whos name is ET!)
#43
KingoftheMountain wannabe
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From: Independence, Oregon
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Ha ha...I was going to ask how hot the original owner was, but now that she's on this thread I won't.
To be honest, though, it looks like a fun bike to revamp.
To be honest, though, it looks like a fun bike to revamp.
#44
The ***** Cruiser riders are an elite group of individuals. Only the most appealing may ride such a elegant machine.
To counter the sometimes dull and overused "smooth" ride of other pedestrian machines, the Cruiser has incorporated the tessellated rim...providing you with a simulated offroad experience on even the smoothest glass cement.
To counter the sometimes dull and overused "smooth" ride of other pedestrian machines, the Cruiser has incorporated the tessellated rim...providing you with a simulated offroad experience on even the smoothest glass cement.
#45
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From: Minneapolis
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Welcome to C&V. Rawk Awn.
#46
I am now taking wagers, paying out at 1 to 1 on the brand origin of the ***** cruiser. Send me your money in a plain white envelope and I will be sure to keep it in a mostly warm and dry place until her provenance is revealed.
#47
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I'm going to guess Fuji tourer ~1980. I will burn my dog sticker book if you let us know the serial number.
EDIT: Sorry, that should be Fuji *****er.
EDIT: This is the best thread in a while.
EDIT: Sorry, that should be Fuji *****er.
EDIT: This is the best thread in a while.
#48
aka Tom Reingold




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“When man invented the bicycle he reached the peak of his attainments.” — Elizabeth West, US author
Please email me rather than PM'ing me. Thanks.
Tom Reingold, tom@noglider.com
New York City and High Falls, NY
Blogs: The Experienced Cyclist; noglider's ride blog
“When man invented the bicycle he reached the peak of his attainments.” — Elizabeth West, US author
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#50
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From: Chicago SW burbs
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