Brickleberry Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 I'm wondering how it's possible that I see so many people out on bikes every weekend, yet every bike for sale in the classifieds is , as new, never ridden, never raced, never seen tar, less than 200kms, gathering dust, only used on indoor trainer, use as clothes hanger, or not been touched since I bought my donkey. Almost seems impossible to find a used second hand bike. Dare I say the whole classified section stinks of BS?
HappyMartin Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 No time to ride. I'm way too busy on the Hub. Wanna buy a bike?
Patchelicious Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 There were some stats done the other day and some speculate that there are 200 000 cyclists in SA, with the hub being the primary, erm well hub of the sport I don't think it's too surprising seeing a "few" newish bikes coming on a week. Many guys try do deals to capitalize on the growth the sport is showing, other take it up simply to not like it..... Edit: Before I get attacked on my stated figure, I want to add a disclaimer, it's not my figure, its one I heard in conversation with people who did some research.
dirtypot Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Does it count as a ride if you don't put it on Strava?
Butterbean Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 My favourite is - "brand new! Only done 1000kms." People have no concept of what "brand new" means. And judging by the January we had on the Hub, yes, no one is riding their bikes. Only accusing dodgy sellers and joggers.
Davey_Jones Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 If this forum for people who ride bikes? Bugger i'm in the wrong place.
venom1 Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Have to agree with the poster. Really a bunch of BS! I love the quotes "new bike almost never road on" but it's 2 years old.
Long Wheel Base Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Does it count as a ride if you don't put it on Strava?Nope, Not at all. If it wasn't on strava it didn't happen.
rock Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 when selling a use frame, I once offered to show someone my Garmin Connect profile so they could see every ride I did, they could see how many times it was raining etc.
GreatGusto Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Let the buyer beware. Almost every seller talks up his product. Nothing different here.
Stricker Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Bike has good street rep.Done the argus in 2:55, very fast bike.
nonky Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Low MileageMy GF / wife's bikeNever Taken OffroadStored inside house alwaysWorld Championship WinnerOnly used for occasional rides on 'SpruitUsed for one race only (usually, this means for the Epic)
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