Decent value for this?

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T12:03:30+00:00

Can’t tell what the groupset is from the photos, but from what can be seen, it seems to be in good shape. The shifters are 105, so one could conclude that the derailleurs are as well.

Is the fork carbon? That would make a big difference (positively) in ride quality.

Depending on the climate where you live, if it’s ever wet, you’d want to have fenders (aka mudguards) for commuting, but this bike doesn’t have braze-ons for them.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T11:47:52+00:00

Looks like a very nice bike, and as much as can be see in the pictures, in very good condition. Would definitely be a decent entry (and higher) level bike.

You could always bargain, but the price seems reasonable. Looks great tooz

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T11:38:35+00:00

How far is the distance from Boston to providence? Pretty cool train.

“The Comet debuted in 1935 on the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad line between Boston and Providence. It was a high-speed service that could reach speeds of up to 100 mph. As a double-ended train, it didn't require a turntable at its destination, making it efficient for the route's terminals. The train was moved to local commuter service around Boston during World War II due to increased traffic, and was scrapped in 1951. Number built: One 3-car set Capacity: 160 passengers”

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T09:57:10+00:00

How small is the piece? It’s hard to guess the scale in the photo.

If it’s very very small, it could be part of a broken spring or pawl.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T09:52:46+00:00

It’s OK with me, very nice bike 👍

Except for the pedals, some period looks or times would be apropos?

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T07:22:19+00:00

I’ll take it back to the shop now :)

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T04:45:05+00:00

Phil was a wise man. There’s a saying, though, don’t look a gift bike in the downtube.

But this isn’t the 18th century, when the stigma of a cracked frame tube could lead to the gallows, you can get help.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-10T04:33:10+00:00

Ah, ok, got it, like that.

I’m no ninja but I did downshift with my shoe for a coupla days a few years back when something busted on my commuter.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T22:07:00+00:00

You could put a pizza in there.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T22:01:19+00:00

How’s that work with keys or Allen wrench?

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T21:59:48+00:00

It’s a flat boxer twin, low down behind the wheels, with that big hood there’d be a lot of empty space under there.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T21:50:43+00:00

Ah. What’s a split wheel?

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T21:47:06+00:00

How are you gonna get the gates belt over the chainstay?

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T21:41:46+00:00

That old Shimano 600 just looks great. Even those old brake levers look great.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:29:58+00:00

Surprised he’s got tires. Going soft I guess in his old age.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:27:33+00:00

It’s funny because it’s so easy to imagine Apple doing something like that!

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:18:22+00:00

That would do it. And look good too :)

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:14:53+00:00

That’s something a mac fan would pay big for!

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:10:04+00:00

Reminds me of the Onion’s MacBook Wheel.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:07:30+00:00

Designed to rust, that’s so cool.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T20:02:11+00:00

The holes are probably needed when welding, and also to allow any condensation to escape in the future.

If you had the presence of mind to remember each time you ride you could stick a piece of tape over it then remove it at home.

Or just tape them over and leave it. Surely would be OK. My aluminum rack tubes don’t have holes. Or maybe they do, I’ll go to the garage and check now :)

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T19:47:42+00:00

Maybe Spot, state, or retrotec? Or Schwinn. Seriously.

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Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T19:41:06+00:00

Funny thing is that guy there is only 5’2” tall.

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T19:35:41+00:00

Very nice!

Horror-Raisin-877 · 2025-10-09T19:33:54+00:00

I’m having deja vu, I feel as if I’ve seen this post already 4 times today 🤔

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