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Conference noted::bicycle

Title:	Bicycling
Notice:	Bicycling for Fun
Moderator:	JAMIN::WASSER

Created:	Mon Apr 14 1986
Last Modified:	Fri Jun 06 1997
Last Successful Update:	Fri Jun 06 1997
Number of topics:	3214
Total number of notes:	31946

2169.0. "Looking For" by MACNAS::FEENEY () Mon Jan 20 1992 04:59

Hello, 

I plan on being in the Mass. area on a business trip the week
of Feb 16th-21st. I have 2 seasons of biking and have started
to appreciate the difference in bikes. I'm in the process of
replacing my bicycle. My next purchase will have the 501 or 531
frame , 56-58 cm , Shimano Gearing etc.etc.

My question is ; What would a bicycle like this cost , second hand.   ??
		 Where (shops , ads. ) would be a good place to look. ??

Is it possible to pick up something in good condition for $500.

I also gather that it would cost about $40 to transport back to Europe.

    ....maybe better off paying the extra 150 pounds (approx ) and buying
    here.
    
BTW , I'm working out of Galway, Ireland.


Rgds,

--John

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2169.1		VOGON::REEVE	Your walrus hurt the one you love.	`Wed Jan 22 1992 11:52`	45
	> >My question is ; What would a bicycle like this cost , second hand. ?? > Where (shops , ads. ) would be a good place to look. ?? > >Is it possible to pick up something in good condition for $500. > John, I work in Reading, U.K. so I can't really comment on the prices. However, I would strongly recommend you buy a bike in the U.S. if at all possible. For example, I bought a Cannondale for �450, including VAT and Customs, which would have been �800 here. The only caveat is if you are not sure of what you are looking for. I had already narrowed my choices down to two bikes and it took me over a week to make up my mind! Make sure you are dealing with a good shop. Get some recommendations from people who live in the area as to the places to shop at and stick with them. > >I also gather that it would cost about $40 to transport back to Europe. > > ....maybe better off paying the extra 150 pounds (approx ) and buying > here. > I don't know where you get the $40 figure. On international flights, you are allowed two pieces of luggage as a general rulke. I had no trouble bringing a boxed bike as my second piece of checked luggage. For peace of mind, I would recommend getting the shop to pack the bike into a cardboard bike box for you. After all, they probably have lots of them lying around and have the tools and experience to do it quickly. So, if you feel confident that you know what bike you want, and are ready to do the usual mechanical updates to keep it in tune, go for it. On the other hand, if you want the support of a local bike shop as you get used to your new steed, buy locally. After all, it is not reasonable to turn up with a bike they didn't sell you asking for help. Some people are not happy with fine tuning the trueness of the wheels, adjusting the cables, and generally getting stuck into the mechanical bits that keep your bike happy. If you are of that sort, I think it is worth the extra cash to keep your local bike shop happy. For myself, I couldn't justify spending an extra �350 for that back up. I hope this helps, Tim
2169.2	Bike shops around Cannes?	INTRN6::DIAL		`Wed Sep 02 1992 18:53`	9
	I'm going to be in Cannes, France next week. Can anyone recommend a bike shop where I could find some Mavic parts and a new French stem for my Peugeot PX-10? (I need a 80mm or so stem, and the triple conversion for a Mavic crank). Thanks, Barry
2169.3		CASEE::LALLI	Didier - OSAG Valbonne - DTN 828.5423	`Thu Sep 03 1992 04:49`	21
	Sport Cycles Boulevard Carnot Le Cannet 93385006 Le Cannet and Cannes are next to each other Top Cycle Boulevard Wilson Antibes 93670867 Antibes is quite close (and worth a visit) too. Both are very good bike shops, Top Cycles has somebody that speaks english (Sandy) Give me a call if you need help, I'm in VBO (30mn from Cannes) (828-5423) Hope this helps, Didier