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Classifieds / FOR SALE: Late Model Cannondale Touring Bicycle with Upgrades, $485

« on: May 21, 2013, 04:03:46 pm »

This has been my most satisfying touring bicycle, but I bought a new touring bike, so have to sell this one. Cannondale is no longer making touring bicycles. This is the last year Cannondale made hand made touring bicycles in the United States. Bicycle is in very fine condition, save for small dimple on top tube and a tiny nick on seatpost. Bicycle has not been crashed.

MSRP (new)           $1,299.99
Size                    medium
Color                   Fine Silver
Frame Construction   TIG-welded
Frame Tubing Material   Touring
Fork Brand & Model   TIG-welded Chromoly
Fork Material           Chromoly, unicrown crown
Brakeset           Tektro Oryx brakes, Road aero levers
Shift Levers           Shimano Dura-Ace Bar Ends
Front Derailleur        Shimano Tiagra Triple
Rear Derailleur           Shimano Deore
Crankset           Shimano FC-443, 26/36/48 teeth
Pedals                   FPU Road
Bottom Bracket      Shimano BB-ES25
BB Shell Width           68mm
Rear Cogs           9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain                   KMC 9 speed
Seatpost           Cannondale C3 2014 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Saddle                   Freedom (WTB)
Handlebar           Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Handlebar Stem           Cannondale C4
Headset                   1 1/8" Cane Creek S1

Braze-ons to mount racks front and rear. Three braze-ons for waterbottle cages. Braze-ons for mounting rear fender. Double eyelets on front fork. Replaceable rear dropouts (in case they get damaged).

Size, Medium, is that listed by manufacturer. Next size down is Small, next size up is Large; if you are between those sizes you will be fine with adjustments for seat height, etc.

Dura-Ace Shifters were installed new last year. Other new parts installed, saddle (has small blem underside which will not be noticed), rear derailleur, chain, and pedals (no pedals were included when bike was sold new). Reflective patches added on rims.

After receiving payment, bicycle will be taken to local bike shop for professional packing. Last time charged $25. Buyer responsible for packing charge and shipping.

Photos show bicycle packed and unpacked. Included is what is listed above; everything you need except wheels. New Deore XT wheels available, $149.99, http://tinyurl.com/mosocxz. These would be an upgrade; LX wheels came with bike. No connection with seller, wheels. Replacing brake pads recommended; price for bicycle reflects allotment for that, $485.

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Classifieds / FOR SALE: Mighty New List

« on: May 19, 2013, 04:19:37 pm »

All items in very good condition, unless noted, and are plus shipping. Photos, indicated, on request. (Takeoff means mounted, not used, or just tried and taken off.)

COMPONENTS

*Bottom Bracket, White Industries cartridge, 68x113mm, square taper, adjustable length, $75.
*Chainring, Shimano 36T 104mm 4-Bolt Pinned Steel Chainring, Silver, new, $15. This chainring sells for $36.39. Steel chainrings for middle and inner chainrings are the choice for wear. (Photo)
*Skewer, Shimano XT Front quick release, blk, new, $15. (Photo) This skewer sells for $30. (Photo)
*Skewer, Shimano XTR 135mm Rear quick release, blk, new, $30. This skewer sells for $63.97. (Photo)
*Brake, Disc Pads, Avid Original Juicy 3, 4, 7, pr, new, sealed package, $10. (Photo)
*Brake, Avid Front Post Mount Bracket, new, packaged, $5. (Photo)
*Headset, Aheadset 1 inch TR threadless sealed black, new, boxed, $15. (Photo)
*Headsest, Tange-Seiki Passage 1 1/8 inch threaded black, boxed, $10. (Photo)
*Headset, Tange Techno Glide 1 inch STR threadless black, packaged, $20. (Photo)
*Brake Interrupter Levers, Tektro, road, touring, or cycle cross, with cables, new, $15. These sell for $29.99. (Photo)
*Brake Levers, Tektro Sensir TK R 351 black flat bar, new, $10 each. (Photo)
*Brake Cables, Front and rear with casings, blk, new, $6. (Photo)
*Brake Lever Covers, Road, aero, blk, new, $5. (Photo)
*Seat Post Collar, 1-1/8 in., polished aluminum, $6 (Photo)
*Saddle, New Road or Mountain Bike, Black with white trim, $15. (Photo)
*Wheelset, Shimano LX Hubs, silver, 135mm rear, with skewers, Mavic A119 rims, 36 stainless steel spokes, $50. Rims brake surfaces scoured. Buy new rims, $27.99, http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mavic-A-119-700c-Road-Bike-36H-Alloy-Rim-/400485102571?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d3ec5b3eb, tape to old rims, and move spokes to new rims. (It's safe to re-use spokes this way; Brandt does it.) $50.
*Pedals, nylon, reflectors front and back; dust cap missing one pedal, new, $5.

TIRES & TUBES

*Tire, Schwalbe Marathon Racer, 700x35c, the lightet, fastest tire in the venerated Marathon series, wire, new, $35 (have two). This tire sells for $50 each.
*Tire, Ritchey Ele Vader, 26x1.9 in., new, $20. Mud shedding thread. This tire sells for $39.99. (Photo) This tire is highly rated. 4.33 out of 5! "These tires (rear) are the best for giving you speed and cornering control. You will power slide around the corners but still have control ...They never feel sketchy. The paddles practically lift you up the hills."
*Tire, Specialized Turbo, 700x26c, new, $15 (I have used this tire for loaded touring. Also for fast recreational riding.) (Photo) This tire is highly rated.

CLOTHING

*Women's Cycling Jersey, Primal - Namaste  Size Medium. Three rear pockets. This jersey sells for $69.99. New, with tags, $35. (Photo)
*Women's Harlow Hooded, Zoic Clothing -  - Grey Size Medium. Three rear pockets, one zipped. This hoodie sells for $55. New, with tags, $27.50. (Photo)
*Gloves, Chiba Classic QR Blue - Size Small. These gloves sell for $33. New, with tags, $16.50. (Photo)
*Vest, Campmor Polartec, blk, med, $14. (Photo)
*Shirt, Hinds Dry Lete, long sleeve mock turtleneck, blk, small, new with tags, $18 (sold for $38). (Photo)

RECUMBENT

*Headrest, Catrike BigCat Standard Headrest, new, $65. This headrest sells for $125. (Has small nick in foam, nothing that compromises use.)(Photo)
*Trike Seat Bag, most use on top; some say can use on bottom, blk, new, $30. (Photo)
*Longbikes Dual Waterbottle Cage Mount, new, $30. (Photo)

STRIDA

*Drive Belt, new, $30. (Photo)

BMX

*Hub, Dimension 48 hole black front BMX, 14mm x 170mm. This hub sells for $41. New, boxed, $25. (Photo)

MISCELLANEOUS

*Pannier/Messenger Bag, Burro . This is a big bag, Apprx 20x13x4 in. Six pockets. Rugged Cordura type fabric. New, $70. (Photo)
*Messenger Bag, Sunlite . This is a big bag, apprx 20x14x5 in. Felt lined laptop compartment. Multiple storage compartments. Rugged Cordura type fabric. New, with tags, $50. (Photo)
*Burley Stroller Kit, http://www.burley.com/home/bur/page_73, This sells for $69; boxed, $45. (Photo)
*Zefal Fender Z-Clips (these are the fishmouth pieces that attach struts to fenders), package, new clips, $5.
*Assos Cinto, the remarkable system that so increased speed it was banned from competition; includes belt, cable, and attachment; (increases power on flats and hills) new, $40. (Photo)
*Assos Cinto, the remarkable system that so increased speed it was banned from competition; includes belt,  cable, and attachment; (increases power on flats and hills). Cable shows slight fraying. $20. (Photo)
*Seat Bag, Pedro's Ethik, blk, new, $10. (Photo)
*3-Way Hex Key Wrech, Park, 4, 5, 6mm, $6. (Photo)
*Handlebar Holder, Park, $10. (Photo)
*Stuff Sack, Thermarest, made for 3/4 sleep pad, but could be used for other things, new, $5.
*Waterbottle Cage, Planet Bike aluminum, takeoff, $3.
*Showercap Water Bottle, Trek, new, $4.

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Classifieds / FOR SALE: Schwalbe Marathon Tires, New

« on: May 04, 2013, 06:33:42 pm »

*Tires, Schwalbe 700x35c Marathon Racer, the lightest, fastest tire in the Marathon series, wire, new, $35 (have 2). This tire sells for $50 each.

Plus shipping.

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Classifieds / TAKEN: FREE: Assos Insulated Bib Tights

« on: May 03, 2013, 06:35:14 pm »

Size M (minor repair should not be noticed), for cost of shipping. Prefer someone who buys from my sell list, so I get something for pedaling eight miles to post office, but not a requirement.

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Classifieds / Upgraded 2008 Cannondale Touring Bicycle!

« on: April 20, 2013, 12:32:39 pm »

This has been my most satisfying touring bicycle, but I bought a new touring bike, so have to sell this one. Cannondale is no longer making touring bicycles. This is the last year Cannondale made hand made touring bicycles in this country. Knowledgeable touring bicyclists will know component selection is right on. Bicycle is in very fine condition, save for small dimple on top tube. Bicycle has not been crashed, and is rideable right now. After receiving payment, bicycle will be taken to local bike shop for professional packing. Last time charged $25. Buyer responsible for packing charge and shipping, both paid to local bike shop. You will be very happy with this bike.

MSRP (new) $1,299.99
Size medium
Color Fine Silver
Frame Construction TIG-welded
Frame Tubing Material Touring
Fork Brand & Model TIG-welded Chromoly
Fork Material Chromoly, unicrown crown
Brakeset Tektro Oryx brakes, Road aero levers
Shift Levers Shimano Dura-Ace Bar Ends
Front Derailleur Shimano Tiagra Triple
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore
Crankset Shimano FC-443, 26/36/48 teeth
Pedals FPU Road
Bottom Bracket Shimano BB-ES25
BB Shell Width 68mm
Rear Cogs 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain KMC 9 speed
Seatpost Cannondale C3 2014 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Saddle Freedom (WTB)
Handlebar Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Handlebar Stem Cannondale C4
Headset 1 1/8" Cane Creek S1
Hubs Shimano LX
Rims Mavic A119, 36-hole
Tires 700 x 35c Schwalbe Marathon Racer
Spoke Brand DT Swiss Champion stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples Brass

Shifters were installed new one year ago. Other new parts installed, saddle (has small blem underside which will not be noticed), rear derailleur, chain, pedals (no pedals were included when bike was sold new). Reflective patches added on rims. $600; what others are asking for 20 year older touring bikes.

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Gear Talk / Trailer Plus Bags

« on: April 14, 2013, 12:08:31 pm »

In perusing photos I took of other touring bicyclists I met following Northern Tier I noticed all the cyclists with trailers also had bags on bike, ranging from four panniers on down. Not saying should use trailer, or if use trailer need also bags on bike. Just saying if you are thinking of using a trailer, all the cyclists I saw on trip had bags on bike in addition to trailer.

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Gear Talk / Looking for Rain Pants

« on: March 02, 2013, 08:23:28 pm »

Pass for casual pants. Waterproof, breathable.

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Routes / Louisana Information Sought

« on: December 29, 2012, 12:24:25 pm »

Planning trip, LA to FL. What place best to, arrive airport, start riding, New Roads, LA vicinity, starting ACA route?

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Gear Talk / Which Touring Tires Fit Tightest?

« on: July 06, 2012, 04:17:39 pm »

700c

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Classifieds / WANTED: 9-Speed Touring 700c Wheelset in Excellent Condition

« on: July 05, 2012, 10:20:39 am »

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Gear Talk / Buying a Bicycle from Europe

« on: March 30, 2012, 05:02:24 pm »

Anyone bought a bicycle from Europe? Problems? Customs cost?

Not inquiring about buying a bike in Europe, but from Europe, order from USA, shipped from Europe to USA.

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Classifieds / WANTED: Late Model Touring Bicycle

« on: March 11, 2012, 05:49:39 pm »

52-53cm, med size.

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Gear Talk / Trek 520 vs Cannondale T1 or T2

« on: January 27, 2012, 12:05:11 pm »

Interested in feedback from anyone who has touring experience with recent models of both, to compare. Not interested in components, advantages of repairing steel over aluminum, choices in other brands, etc. Just these two, differences in handling and ride. (Yes, I know Cannondale has discontinued touring models for now.) Thanks.

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Routes / Southern Tier, Louisiana to Florida, or Reverse

« on: December 01, 2011, 07:01:19 pm »

What would be the best times of the year to bicycle from New Roads, LA to St. Augustine, FL, following Southern Tier, or reverse? Better to go east or west?

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Gear Talk / Panniers and Lightweight System Bags

« on: November 04, 2011, 07:08:37 pm »

Tried on another list to get recommendations of combination panniers and lightweight (rackless) system. Had a lot of referrals of lightweight systems, but no combination system as I want.

Problems with setups seen so far,

Not combination system, two panniers plus equivalent of two more panniers in lightweight (rackless) bags, which is what I want.
For mountain biking, rather than primarily road biking.
Include a backpack.
Not for extended fully loaded touring, camp, cook, weeks or months.
Include DIY (home made) items, which I am not interested.

Would would be best to start, panniers on front or back; my panniers will mount either place.
Then, what lightweight bags to add?

(Be interested in any problems with lightweight systems (many seem to make bike very top heavy.)