New Litespeed
08-30-10, 07:19 PM
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New Litespeed
Just received a birthday present from my brother of a 2000 Litespeed Classic,all Dura Ace in like new condition.Looks like I'll have to change my handle from Trek330!Pics to follow.God is great!!
08-30-10, 07:30 PM
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Lucky so and so.
Go on, brag all you like, sounds completely appropriate to me.
Richard
Go on, brag all you like, sounds completely appropriate to me.
Richard
08-30-10, 07:34 PM
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Good for you!
I really like the 1996 Litespeed Classic I picked up earlier this year.
I really like the 1996 Litespeed Classic I picked up earlier this year.
08-31-10, 06:48 AM
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I love my 2001 Litespeed Tuscany.
Got pics of the new bike?
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08-31-10, 10:04 AM
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Congrats on the anniversary of your birth into a family with a generous brother! Also waiting for pictures.
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08-31-10, 03:22 PM
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By popular demand a link to photos of the Litespeed!!What do youáll think??https://picasaweb.google.com/11203834...eat=directlink
08-31-10, 04:31 PM
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Beautiful bike (ya gotta wash it, tho!), but I gotta ask...why is it locked to a tree? Are forest gnomes going to jump you and steal your new bike?... j/k
It still needs a bath, though!
It still needs a bath, though!
08-31-10, 04:36 PM
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I took my bike and the dogs out together and left the bike for a few minutes while the dogs took a swim.So I locked it up despite the fact nobody goes there.As far as the bath...As soon as I find atub that will fit us both I'll wash it.It fits great in my king sized bed!!
08-31-10, 05:15 PM
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Back 15 years ago, I was trying to decide between the Litespeed and the GT Xizang (titanium frame). I can't recall exactly why I ended up with my Xizang, but I haven't regretted a moment with her. I'm sure I would have loved a Litespeed as much, though.
Now, after over 15 years with my "baby" and a couple rounds of component upgrades to keep up with the times, I'm absolutely paranoid about theft. I understand locking your baby to the tree. It's a damned good habit to have!
Now, after over 15 years with my "baby" and a couple rounds of component upgrades to keep up with the times, I'm absolutely paranoid about theft. I understand locking your baby to the tree. It's a damned good habit to have!
08-31-10, 05:19 PM
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By popular demand a link to photos of the Litespeed!!What do youáll think??https://picasaweb.google.com/11203834...eat=directlink
08-31-10, 07:28 PM
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It appears to only have two gear rings. I'll be happy to take it off your hands to correct that deficiency. 
By the way I rented a Lightspeed, I'm not sure what model, a year ago. Nice ride.
By the way I rented a Lightspeed, I'm not sure what model, a year ago. Nice ride.
08-31-10, 08:29 PM
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Those older lightspeeds are always a good bargain. Congrats and enjoy the ride!
09-01-10, 11:04 AM
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Awesome, super Awesome!!
Everyday, I am finding out that life can get sweeter, and sweeter!!
That is indeed a sweet bike..
Not only that, 30 years ago, my son gave me a used Raleigh Competition. I am still riding, and by the biggest conincidence, he told me yesterday, that he got a line on a used Litespeed, and if he gets it, he is going to send it to me!! I won't beleive it until I see it. And I will post pics..
Congrats, the bike is awesome, and I know you gonna look super cool on it!!
Everyday, I am finding out that life can get sweeter, and sweeter!!
That is indeed a sweet bike..
Not only that, 30 years ago, my son gave me a used Raleigh Competition. I am still riding, and by the biggest conincidence, he told me yesterday, that he got a line on a used Litespeed, and if he gets it, he is going to send it to me!! I won't beleive it until I see it. And I will post pics..
Congrats, the bike is awesome, and I know you gonna look super cool on it!!
09-08-10, 08:42 AM
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Awesome, super Awesome!!
Everyday, I am finding out that life can get sweeter, and sweeter!!
That is indeed a sweet bike..
Not only that, 30 years ago, my son gave me a used Raleigh Competition. I am still riding, and by the biggest conincidence, he told me yesterday, that he got a line on a used Litespeed, and if he gets it, he is going to send it to me!! I won't beleive it until I see it. And I will post pics..
Congrats, the bike is awesome, and I know you gonna look super cool on it!!
Everyday, I am finding out that life can get sweeter, and sweeter!!
That is indeed a sweet bike..
Not only that, 30 years ago, my son gave me a used Raleigh Competition. I am still riding, and by the biggest conincidence, he told me yesterday, that he got a line on a used Litespeed, and if he gets it, he is going to send it to me!! I won't beleive it until I see it. And I will post pics..
Congrats, the bike is awesome, and I know you gonna look super cool on it!!
