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[concerned_parent]

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In a desperate attempt to claw myself out of crippling debt, I’ve started buying and flipping anything I can, including bicycles.  Here’s a couple that I’ve cleaned the rust off of and gave minor tune-ups before selling;


I wanted to do that but ended up giving them away. Had a pretty good stable of 80s japanese steel bikes. The panasonic frames were particularly decent

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i did this throughout COVID in NYC and made a killing. usually would pick up bikes for $20-$50 a pop, sink $50ish in parts into them, and flip them for $200+. Probably flipped 50+ bikes in the past couple years.

[IUTSM]

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In a desperate attempt to claw myself out of crippling debt, I’ve started buying and flipping anything I can, including bicycles.  Here’s a couple that I’ve cleaned the rust off of and gave minor tune-ups before selling;


I wanted to do that but ended up giving them away. Had a pretty good stable of 80s japanese steel bikes. The panasonic frames were particularly decent

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i did this throughout COVID in NYC and made a killing. usually would pick up bikes for $20-$50 a pop, sink $50ish in parts into them, and flip them for $200+. Probably flipped 50+ bikes in the past couple years.

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Thats dope. Its gotta be a good sized city or college town, for sure. Covid must have been perfect for that too, w supply chain shortages and all. Hell ya

[notinternetfamous]

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1988 Miyata 1200 w/ Sante 7-speed sis shifters

I got doored about a month ago while riding the '83 Miyata 310 and I'm still waiting to hear back from my claim whether or not the other party's insurance will take care of everything ($200 Japanese steel fork that I upgraded to about a month prior totally destroyed). I walked away with no major injuries besides a laceration on the jaw which I guess makes me look tough as fuck according to the homies.

This bike has been super fun so far and is way lighter; although I put 600 miles on the 310 so it had sentimental value

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just wanted to provide an update on the Miyata 1200, swapped for a classic nitto stem, gp5000's and a brooks B17 saddle
since owning this bike (bought in July 2023), i'm about to break 1000 miles considering how much less i bike since moving back to Houston. no where near as bike-friendly as Oakland.

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Almost bought that same topo design bag a couple of months ago. Noticed it on sale. Been wanting a bag like that for phone and keys when I do rides with bike shorts. You liking the bag? I have a little topo bag for my handlebars but frame bag would work with my road bikes for sure

yea i like it! lowkey could be a bit more spacious. it typically holds 2-3 snacks like energy chews/gels and my keys. i think if i tried hard enough, i could fit a spare tube and tire levers tho

[Coastal Fever]

This one was a bit of a bastard.  Old Sears 10 speed that I had to buy new tires and tubes for.  Involved more brake work than I had planned, luckily was able to get it back together in working order.  Considering I’ve sold 2 and currently sitting on 3, I feel like more of a collector than flipper atm.  Then again we’re still getting snow here.. I’m hopefully optimistic people will be looking for bikes soon.

[PAWL]

anyone got recs for a good starter hardtail MTB (suspension fork) under 1k?

Also am I being dumb that I'd prefer a steel frame? I just think I'd dent the fuck out of an aluminum one
given my luck/lack of skill.

[concerned_parent]

speaking of starter hardtail MTB's here's a Nishiki i found in the trash a few months back that needed work and got back into riding shape only to take out for a 10 mile trail ride where i found that i'll probably kill myself on this thing



PAWL if you local to Long Island, NY lemme know if you're interested i'd let it go for fairly cheap.

[PAWL]

speaking of starter hardtail MTB's here's a Nishiki i found in the trash a few months back that needed work and got back into riding shape only to take out for a 10 mile trail ride where i found that i'll probably kill myself on this thing



PAWL if you local to Long Island, NY lemme know if you're interested i'd let it go for fairly cheap.

oh, sick! I'm in Philly but definitely down. DM me about price

[swongolianbbq]

Gripped some shit for ma bike

H+son archetype to gran compe hub front wheel
Mks gr9 pedals
Toshi double straps
Nylon toe clips
Strong v grips
Hkk vertex chain
28c Vittoria randonneur rear tire since I finally got through to the red on this last one

[PAWL]

Gripped some shit for ma bike

H+son archetype to gran compe hub front wheel
Mks gr9 pedals
Toshi double straps
Nylon toe clips
Strong v grips
Hkk vertex chain
28c Vittoria randonneur rear tire since I finally got through to the red on this last one

what frame?

Just won a 2013 Salsa El Mariachi for 400$ on ebay.

praying its not super clapped out

[Andmoreagain]

anyone got recs for a good starter hardtail MTB (suspension fork) under 1k?

Also am I being dumb that I'd prefer a steel frame? I just think I'd dent the fuck out of an aluminum one
given my luck/lack of skill.

Alloy frames are pretty strong i wouldnt worry about some dents and scratches

[Hash Slinging Slasher]

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anyone got recs for a good starter hardtail MTB (suspension fork) under 1k?

Also am I being dumb that I'd prefer a steel frame? I just think I'd dent the fuck out of an aluminum one
given my luck/lack of skill.

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Alloy frames are pretty strong i wouldnt worry about some dents and scratches

I'm not sure what good stuff you'll find for under 1k unless you come across a good deal for a used bike, but the Specialized Chisel is a pretty awesome bike for just over your budget. I rented one from the local shop while my bike was in for a warranty replacement and it ripped. Pretty fast on smoother surfaces but also handled tough, tech terrain really well.

You're not dumb for wanting steel imo. It's smooth and weight doesn't matter as much for mtb. Heck, I'm pretty sure all of Chromag's frames are steel and they're one of the best mtb brands out there.

[Ticallion Stallion]

I just picked up a “ozark trail vibe 27.5” hard tail from Walmart pretty good specs. Tapered head tube, cable routing and mechanical disk brakes for 298+tax.

[notinternetfamous]

i just rebuilt a wheel for this single speed conversion i'm working on and had to add something special to the rim <3

romic track bike (not sure of year, guessing early 80's?)
set up fixed on 650b wheelset with 32mm tires & time atac xc6 pedals
recently put some stickers on the frame <3

[Huell Howser]

damn so rad @apport and @notinternetfamous


random but anyone have any bikepacking bags they’re looking to part with/sell? have a trip booked in a few months and trying to actively accumulate beforehand