Help finding a used Women's cruiser bike

I Tried Craigslist  where else can I look ? Not looking to buy new or spend more than $140

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Permalink Reply by Juan Primo on May 18, 2013 at 6:18am

I would try one of the nonprofits in town that sells fixed up used bikes.  West Town Bikes and the Recyclery come to mind.

Permalink Reply by Ace Mann on May 18, 2013 at 10:37am
Do you know what size frame you are looking for
Permalink Reply by yai danche on May 18, 2013 at 10:40am

Did you comb through Chainlink Marketplace yet?  Also there's Working Bikes!  Only thing that sucks is that since it's summer so get ready to fight people since they only open wednesday and saturday.  Windy City Hardware at 33rd and Halsted has cute vintage bikes in the window, but I've never bought anything from them.  

Permalink Reply by Dave Thomas on May 18, 2013 at 2:23pm

Not sure size but the rider is 5'3 anyone know what size frame I should get ?

Ace Mann said:

Do you know what size frame you are looking for
Permalink Reply by Max on May 18, 2013 at 2:26pm

+1 on Working Bikes

yai danche said:

Did you comb through Chainlink Marketplace yet?  Also there's Working Bikes!  Only thing that sucks is that since it's summer so get ready to fight people since they only open wednesday and saturday.  Windy City Hardware at 33rd and Halsted has cute vintage bikes in the window, but I've never bought anything from them.  

Permalink Reply by Dave Thomas on May 18, 2013 at 2:29pm

Thank you going to Recyclery next sat.



Juan Primo said:

I would try one of the nonprofits in town that sells fixed up used bikes.  West Town Bikes and the Recyclery come to mind.

Permalink Reply by Lisa Curcio on May 19, 2013 at 12:24am

Dave, I hope you are taking her with you!  Speaking from the perspective of a rather short woman, it is hard to find a bike that fits just based on frame size.  Unless she is not going to really ride it much, it is really better if she has the chance to try it before you buy it.

Permalink Reply by Sarah D. on May 19, 2013 at 1:40am

I highly recommend vintage (Chicago) Schwinn Suburbans for a great get-around upright bike - rides like a dream. Check ebay or CL or this guy: http://www.mikesclassicbikes.com/  - He restores them and does an excellent job. You can see what he has and what his range is - though I don't think he'd be as low as you want. 

+1 on Lisa's comment, too!

Permalink Reply by Amanda on May 19, 2013 at 7:47am

I'm 5'3 and I ride a 52. Sounds small, but I think that it's a perfect size. It's easy for me to maneuver, and I love the way it handles. I was hesitant at the start, but I really love the size!

Dave Thomas said:

Not sure size but the rider is 5'3 anyone know what size frame I should get ?

Ace Mann said:

Do you know what size frame you are looking for
Permalink Reply by yai danche on May 19, 2013 at 9:36am
If it's not a surprise gift she should definitely go with you. Cruiser sizes usually are not in cm. vintage schwinns come in 17".
Permalink Reply by Dave Thomas on May 19, 2013 at 12:01pm

interested in taking a look at it. 

Duane Waller said:

Dave, I'd be willing to sell my 1950 Schwinn World (it's a ladies model) for $125, if you're interested in something very very very vintage. I'm the second owner!

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/3806343261.html

Permalink Reply by Dave Thomas on May 19, 2013 at 12:01pm

she will def come try before we buy 

yai danche said:

If it's not a surprise gift she should definitely go with you. Cruiser sizes usually are not in cm. vintage schwinns come in 17".

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