Recent content by remdim

Thanks also for your responses...I've just gotten into this over the past few months and am really learning!

:). Are they competitive with build quality? Doesn't have to be great; just looking for a tinker/fun bike. Lead paint, bad welds, etc? The usual imported 'unknown' concerns?

Looks pretty sweet! How come these frames (from this site and similar) are at such low prices? Anyone know what they're made of? I'm guessing it's because they are heavy and in low demand...both of which are just fine by me. I'm looking at purchasing a complete lowrider bike with a similar...

Hello, I'm getting close to purchasing an already built 'new' lowrider off of craigslist. It's modeled after a Schwinn Stingray frame but for the price they're asking I'm sure it's just a modern cheap knockoff. I'm just looking for a fun bike to toy around with, maybe customize some more, and...

Hello, I'm looking to start building a low-rider from the basics. Anyone know of a good (and decently-priced) place to get such frames? I've got some 20" wheels, ape hangers, etc from craigslist but want to start fresh with a good frame. Thanks in advance!

Hi All, I grew up enjoying mountain biking but left the hobby in my early twenties. I'm just about thirty now and have taken the insurance off my car to be a bicycle commuter for the summer (or later!). I've renewed my love for cycling but it's become so much more. I think it started when I...

Hi, I'm new to modding bikes and have been slowly gathering pieces/frames off Craigslist to build up. Since I'm just looking to make fun tricked-out bikes (that will probably have parts swapped around) I will be doing the painting myself. Before I start stripping frames, should I be concerned...