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dobyman

dobyman

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I bought this TREK bike last week, figuring I could use it as a camping bicycle. Yesterday I came across a better camping bike (cheaper, more sturdy, new tires, etc.), so I thought I would sell the TREK as it sits, needing tires, handlebar tape,and a good overall tune-up.
My question is, what model/year is this bike? All I can find on it is TREK and 500 on the frame by the sprocket. I cant list it on CL or the newspaper until I know the specs and what its worth. Im sure it wasnt cheap as I have never seen a cheap TREK bike, even used.

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Any help is appreciated, as always!
 
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I hate to say it , but it is an older, not necessarily sought after Trek bike. From the time that bike was made til now, lots of things have happened. Not to say it isn't a fine rig, but unless someone has a hard-on for that particular model---- well its not going to bring much.
Just my 2c
Mike
 
that's a racing cycle from around the 1970.s lightweight 501 reynolds ally tubing frame ..maybe tubeless tyres poss 10 or 12 gears but will go for 10 .. ..wish i had one back then in my cycling make do with what we had days
p.s the handlebars need wrapping with handlebar tape to make it right ..
no hang on its junk send it me i will help out with shipping charges just so you can get shut of it
 
It's a mid-tier Trek sport bike. Racing bikes used Reynolds 531. It's pre-indexed shifting. It should be a 12 speed bike.
 
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Take him up on it.
Mike
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I disagree; it's a decent bike and might bring a couple hundred on CL.

Vintage Treks are collectible to some, just like old audio gear, and generally decent bikes.
I don't know if that frame was hand built in Baraboo, but those old Treks do have some romance to them, especially for Wisconsin homies like me...

I have a late 1970s Trek 500 series frame I bought new and migrated the parts off my Motobecane Mirage to after I hit a parked car and egged the neck out. I'll probably never sell it...:no:
 
Well................. now Im not sure what to do. The reason I bought it to use for a camping bike is the lightweight frame. But, I dont want to stick a lot of $ into it to get it roadworthy. I am sure I can get my $ back, at least, so I will probably sell it locally on CL. I dont really want to ship it as I have shipped one bike, and it was more of a PITA than it was worth. Local pickup is a must. I have enough projects to keep me busy for months.
Thanks all for your input. I had no idea what it was, except it was a Trek.
Ill let you know what becomes of it. :yes:
 
Hey I think it would be great for a camping bike( except-see below). My thought was merely relevant to resale. There are so many used bikes for sale today (that are more desirable (IMHO), you would really have to find someone who really liked Treks, or that bike in particular.
Frame geometries have changed quite a bit since that bike was produced, that really is the main issue I see. With improved geometries came better handling with more comfort. That's not to say this rig wouldn't fit someone's 'feel' on handling and such.
The other issue I see, if I were to use it as a camping bike, is there are no eyelets for racks. A big minus; I like racks to carry stuff (beer,clothes, ice, firewood).
Anyhow,again, my 2c
Mike
 
unknown said:
Hey I think it would be great for a camping bike( except-see below). My thought was merely relevant to resale. There are so many used bikes for sale today (that are more desirable (IMHO), you would really have to find someone who really liked Treks, or that bike in particular.
Frame geometries have changed quite a bit since that bike was produced, that really is the main issue I see. With improved geometries came better handling with more comfort. That's not to say this rig wouldn't fit someone's 'feel' on handling and such.
The other issue I see, if I were to use it as a camping bike, is there are no eyelets for racks. A big minus; I like racks to carry stuff (beer,clothes, ice, firewood).
Anyhow,again, my 2c
Mike
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Mike, I understand. By camping bike, I meant to put on the bike rack behind my camper, not to use to get to the destination. We like to ride around the campground and into the nearby towns for the exercise. (Not my idea, my wife is a health nut. Id rather sit by a fire with a cocktail and watch other people ride bikes!) I just thought the lightweight frame is less weight=more mpg.
Im sure Ill sell it on CL because it really isnt ever going to be a good road bike without a big $ investment. I only have $10 in the bike. The other bike I bought for $5 is ready to go! :thmbsp:
 
An aluminum mountain bike would be more durable for campground short trip use you will get a sore neck riding that one with the low road bars
 
unknown said:
I hate to say it , but it is an older, not necessarily sought after Trek bike. From the time that bike was made til now, lots of things have happened. Not to say it isn't a fine rig, but unless someone has a hard-on for that particular model---- well its not going to bring much.
Just my 2c
Mike
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This bike is in demand regardless of advances. You are completely wrong about the value of that bike. Unless $200+ isn't good coin.
C'mon guys, vintage steel bikes are highly in demand. Especially Treks, Peugeot, and Fuji to name a few.
I picked up a very dirty Raleigh Super Course over the weekend with a Brooks Saddle, and Huret Components that is a 1970 model. Nothing phenomenal but I will clean it up and even with a broken front derailer shifter make almost $150 on it.
 
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This bike is in demand regardless of advances. You are completely wrong about the value of that bike. Unless $200+ isn't good coin.
C'mon guys, vintage steel bikes are highly in demand. Especially Treks, Peugeot, and Fuji to name a few.
I picked up a very dirty Raleigh Super Course over the weekend with a Brooks Saddle, and Huret Components that is a 1970 model. Nothing phenomenal but I will clean it up and even with a broken front derailer shifter make almost $150 on it.
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Yep!! :yes:
 
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An aluminum mountain bike would be more durable for campground short trip use you will get a sore neck riding that one with the low road bars
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You are probably right, but I have owned a few mountain bikes, and I just dont like them. There's just something about a road bike. This is my daily driver.

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Its a 1969 Peugeot that I bought a couple years ago from the original owner. ( I know, the seat is on wrong in the picture, thats the way it came. I have changed it since then.) I alternate between this and a Raliegh Olympian.

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Both of them are excellent bikes and I just hate to strap then onto the back of my camper so I always look for something that is nice to ride but CHEAP! If I lose it or it gets stolen, oh well!
 
Enthusiast2 said:
This bike is in demand regardless of advances. You are completely wrong about the value of that bike. Unless $200+ isn't good coin.
C'mon guys, vintage steel bikes are highly in demand. Especially Treks, Peugeot, and Fuji to name a few.
I picked up a very dirty Raleigh Super Course over the weekend with a Brooks Saddle, and Huret Components that is a 1970 model. Nothing phenomenal but I will clean it up and even with a broken front derailer shifter make almost $150 on it.
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I think perhaps my post was misunderstood. I wasn't claiming you couldn't get ANY coin from said bike. My intention was to say that just because its vintage, doesn't mean its desirable.
I deal with many folks who ride, whether new or old to the "sport" ( I've been a professional bike mechanic for 17 years, now on the side). Simply stating what my experiences have been.
The prices for newer rides ( that are used) are for the most part going to push folks in that direction. Couple that with more comfort, less maintenance,
and easier "on and off the bike", well you get the idea.
Mike
 
I sold it an hour ago. I got $100 for my $10 investment, so I cant complain. And now I have room for something else if it comes along. The buyer is also interested in a Peugeot I have if I decide to sell it. :thmbsp:
 
The last two bikes I flipped.
The Red Motobecane sold for $180. If it wasn't a 25" frame I could have got more.

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The Raleigh Super Course I posted earlier in the thread. I posted it on CL yesterday and in 5 minutes was getting hits on it. Sold it last night for $130.

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The Motobecane looked almost new, and was in much better condition then the Raleigh, but vintage Raleigh is another highly in demand bike depending on the model. The Motobecane being so large was not helping.
Every time I find a great bike I would like to keep the frame is 25" or larger. I sold a beautiful Fuji one time that was 27" inches. Wow.
Obviously just because it's vintage that doesn't translate to a sale.
But we were talking about a Trek at the beginning of this thread that would be in demand.
 
dobyman said:
I sold it an hour ago. I got $100 for my $10 investment, so I cant complain. And now I have room for something else if it comes along. The buyer is also interested in a Peugeot I have if I decide to sell it. :thmbsp:
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I would have given you $80 so you did better. :D
 
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