New tree bike!
02-13-13 | 07:40 AM
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Joined: Jun 2011
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From: Hopkins, Minnesota
Bikes: 2013 Surly Crosscheck, 1990 Schwinn Impact, 1973 Schwinn Continental
New tree bike!
A bike has been in a neighborhood tree for a month now. The reason is unclear(?!). But I figured a month was long enough to leave it before claiming it. It's a 19" Mongoose Crossway 450-- not the greatest bike in the world, but a steel frameset, wheels with steel spokes, and Acera derailleurs. I haven't done too much inspection, but the headset and hubs seem fine, so I'm hopeful! I'm planning to fix it up for a coworker who's wanted a bike, but hasn't wanted to buy a new one. I'll probably get a new stem, bars, chain and seat, and try to salvage as much of the rest as I can. I'll post the picture in a minute.
02-13-13 | 08:08 AM
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From: Tampa, FL
Bikes: 1986 Raleigh Competition (Restored to Original), 1986 Cannonade SR400 (Updated to Dura Ace 7800)
I'd check with your LBSs and maybe the police before you sink any money into a possibly stolen bike.
02-13-13 | 08:59 AM
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From: Northampton, MA
Bikes: 198? Sport Racing Frame of unknown origins, 1992 Marin Bear Valley, 1970 Raleigh Sport
If it isn't stolen, I say do it! Your coworker will be more than pleased with it, especially at a reasonable cost. Free bikes are always the best bikes, IMO.
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