[DVBC] 5/5 Velo Swap meet

Wed May 2 14:12:38 EDT 2007

Hi Drew,

  I'm kind of tall and need a taller bike, (6'4", 36" inseam) but that's pretty much the only special thing I need (other than bigger lungs and stronger legs of course).  The steel frame is 62 centimeters.  Outside that, it's got stuff you could find on most any road bike.

  Regarding special handling characteristics/needs, I'm a novice and really couldn't tell you.

  That said, I just called them and it's finished!  I just need to find time to stop in and get it fitted, and take it home.  

  Turns out, they called me a couple weeks ago and left a message about it being ready, but I never got the message.  My wife's Mother's Day gift just went down in value :)

  Joe

Drew Knox <agknox at gmail.com> wrote:
    Joe,

  How far away is delivery and what are the handling characteristics and fit requirements that you can't get off-the-shelf? 

  Circa 1978 I had a bike stolen, so I ordered an expensive (for that time and income) replacement. When I learned delivery was three months away, I purchased a fill-in bike that I intended to sell when the big ticket arrived. I found that the fill-in rode wonderfully and still have it on my trainer, whilst the big ticket has long since moved on. 

  Drew

  On 5/2/07, Joe Sayer <jsayer3 at yahoo.com> wrote:     Thanks.  I hear what you are saying, but it is really frustrating that I'd have to even think about doing that.  I wonder if I should just ask to get my money back?

Ira Josephs < Ira at dvbc.org> wrote:
    Joe
  I suggest you call Harry everyday to ask if the bike is ready yet. If you really want to be a stinker, tell him you are coming to pick it up this Thurs. evening when they are having the big wing ding at the shop. 
  Ira
    ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Joe Sayer 
  To: dvbc-list at dvbc.org 
  Sent: Monday, April 30, 2007 2:03 PM
  Subject: Re: [DVBC] 5/5 Velo Swap meet

  It sounds like exactly what I'm hoping for!

  My wife wants to come too and she is running the Broad Street Run Sunday, so I'm limited in how long I can stay (to get her off her feet to rest before race day).  I plan to go in and spend quickly and get out (kind of like how I approach mall shopping).  I've been pricing things, so I'm ready to part with cash if/when I find a bargain on my list. 

  Now, if only I had that road bike I paid for a few weeks back... :)

ira at craftech.com wrote: 
  Joe
The swap meet is absolutely astounding on how much stuff is available and
what great buys you can find. I recommend making a shopping list and 
spending all day there. One note is that it almost always rains for the
event.
Ira

> How is this? Is there a lot to choose from? How are the prices? Is it
> only bikes, or are there a lot of periperals available too? 
>
> I'm thinking of going up for the morning. I'm ready to buy a
> trailer/stroller combo, sunglasses and a more comfortable pair of riding
> shorts.
>
> domzdvbc at att.net wrote:
>
> Finally, info on the Spring swap meet!
>
> Lehigh Valley Velodrome 5th Annual Spring VeloSwap - 'Cinco de Mayo'
> Date:(Fecha) Saturday, 05 May 2007
> Time:(Tiempo) 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
> Fee:(Entrada) $5.00 / person (Kids 12 and under = FREE)
> Conditions:(Condiciones) Rain or Shine
>
> Cash in your loose change jar today!
>
> Dom
>
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