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How do I determine current value of a used bicycle?
I'm looking at purchasing a 2012 Trek Cobia from a private seller. The bike was about $1,200 new. The bike appears to be in almost new condition and contains all original equipment. The seller wants ...
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How do the pricing structures of various bike sharing schemes compare? [closed]
Many major cities now have bike sharing schemes, and each seems to have its own system of rates, designed to encourage shorter rides and quick returns; but it's hard to compare them. Is there a ...
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Price difference between buying a bike in Europe (Austria) vs USA?
I am moving to Vienna, Austria in two weeks.
My wife and I want to buy bikes before we leave, but I'm wondering if the hassle of trying to find great bikes on such short notice would be greater than ...
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Does the price difference between a Brompton and a budget folding bicycle represent quality
I understand the difference between a cheap and expensive road bike as I have owned one of each. My question relates to an example of two polar-opposite folding bicycles; a budget £129 bike and a ...
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How much should I spend on my helmet?
I'm finally going to buy a bike next month. And a helmet. I'm wondering how much I should budget for buying a helmet.
I'll be riding around New York City, so I want good visibility around me. And ...
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What is the difference between Spray lubricants and non-spray lubricants?
Some images about lubrication to which I am referring to here and image about parafin usage here.
Spray lubricant (like green bottle 450ml TF2) can be awkward to carry, not the case with black tiny ...
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Source an internal/hub derailleur for Bianchi Bergamo
Is this really such a novel piece of equipment?
2006 Bianchi Bergamo internal/hub derailleur
I commute with a lot of weight on the rack and pop spokes in my rear wheel at least a couple of times a ...
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How should I negotiate price with bicycle salespeople?
Aside from just knowing the best time to make the purchase of your bike, what other specific tactics can I make use of in negotiating price on a bike? For instance, what devalues a bike aside from ...
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What factors affect the price of a chain?
Just like most bicycle parts, chains have a pretty wide price range. What are the factors weighting in on the price of a chain ? (Other than width/bike-compatibility characteristics)
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what makes a good entry level road bike?
I've been riding a mountain bike for years, but I prefer to go longer distances on paved ground, so I think a road bike would be better. When I ask what is a good bike, I don't need brands/models - ...
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How to make my wife's bike lighter? Is it worth the cost?
We inherited a Huffy Stone Mountain 26" mountain bike. We live on the 3rd floor of a walkup. It is quite difficult for her to carry the bike up and down the stairs. It has a fork with a spring ...
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At what time of year can I buy a bicycle for the best price?
Is there a month when new models come out and dealers discount stock like with cars? Do they raise prices in the spring and lower them in the winter?
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Which country has the cheapest top-end mountain bikes?
I'm living in Brazil where top-end mountain bikes are very expensive, due to high import tariffs. I'd like to know which country has the cheapest top-end mountain bikes? top-end would mean a bike ...
