2nd Semi-Annual STR Swap Meet!

[ODB]

Gotta scratch up what i can to help pay for my new frame, so here goes:

Thompson seatpost, black, 27.2 x 410, used only 3 months -- SOLD
Hope seatpost QR, 31.8, blingin' gold, used only 3 months -- $12
Salsa bash ring, black -- $8
2002 Romic shock, 7.5 x 2.00, have to check spring weight -- $40
Front wheel: black XT disc hub on silver Rhyno Lite, circa 2001 or so -- $15
Specialized shoes, not sure of make, black, only slightly used, size: whatever is equivalent to a U.S. men's 11 -- $80 new; yours for $20
Old Race Face Turbine crankarms, square taper, black, 175 mm -- $30

See y'all on Sunday.

[J_Sims]

Originally Posted by ODB

Specialized shoes, not sure of make,

I bet they are made by Specialized... The model I am not so sure about...

[ODB]

Originally Posted by J_Sims

I bet they are made by Specialized... The model I am not so sure about...

D'oh!! Got me dead to rights there. Well-played, sir.

Are you going to the sale, J_Sims? Cuz I can probably dig my old crutches and cane out of the garage, if you're interested. No walker or Rascal, however.

[Killa_Bunny]

I have some non-mtb stuff to get rid of, like a Sirus radio. If you want you can strap it to your bike like a boombox. Ahh, just like back in the day. Any takers?

[genusmtbkr5]

I think we may need name tags for this event.

[ShinKen]

Is Jenson and Adrenaline bringing Demos to thisS thing too?

[J_Sims]

Originally Posted by ODB

D'oh!! Got me dead to rights there. Well-played, sir.

Are you going to the sale, J_Sims? Cuz I can probably dig my old crutches and cane out of the garage, if you're interested. No walker or Rascal, however.

No rascal no deal Besides I just got NEW crutches and canes are so last year...

Thx though

[peewee2472]

I'm new and knows no one yet (but plan to meet you all) so how can I find a person who i'm eyeing items from... say StevieBfromtheOC?

[roadkillross]

bring a sign with that persons name on it, like a limo driver at the airport.

[tkblazer]

Originally Posted by peewee2472

I'm new and knows no one yet (but plan to meet you all) so how can I find a person who i'm eyeing items from... say StevieBfromtheOC?

this is the man, the myth and the legend himself

[bananaseat]

looking forward to hanging out and riding. aint buying, and the riding part may be a bit tough to organize, so hit me up for a ride if you see me. i'll buy you a beer after...

p.s. name tags are a good idea.

[Dino Brown]

QUESTION- With such a large group, has anyone given any thought to WHERE (in the parking lot) we will hold the sale?

I feel it (may be) unfair to hikers and non-STR members if we stake claim to the area we normally park our cars. Where will THEY park? Will THEY be upset with us? Will someone file a complaint?

The bottom parking lot is HUGE! Maybe we could move to either the central or the western end of it? How 'bout the UPPER LOT? Never anyone up there. How 'bout we just forget I said anything!

See Ya' Sunday~

[ShinKen]

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

How 'bout we just forget I said anything!

yess I VOTE!!! gracias!!

[Dino Brown]

That's TWO VOTES to "forget" I said anything!

[autoduel]

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

QUESTION- With such a large group, has anyone given any thought to WHERE (in the parking lot) we will hold the sale?

I feel it (may be) unfair to hikers and non-STR members if we stake claim to the area we normally park our cars. Where will THEY park? Will THEY be upset with us? Will someone file a complaint?

The bottom parking lot is HUGE! Maybe we could move to either the central or the western end of it? How 'bout the UPPER LOT? Never anyone up there. How 'bout we just forget I said anything!

See Ya' Sunday~

On the same note, anyone check with the city about this swap meet an whether any permits are required? 57+ people laying out goodies in a city parking lot has got to attract some sort of attention.
Hopefully its not from the cops.

[TrailJesus]

So what time does the ride start? I guess I'll try to show up around 8ish to do a loop before the sale then post loop after everyone shows up?

[Ladd Jasper]

Originally Posted by Dino Brown

QUESTION- With such a large group, has anyone given any thought to WHERE (in the parking lot) we will hold the sale?

I feel it (may be) unfair to hikers and non-STR members if we stake claim to the area we normally park our cars. Where will THEY park? Will THEY be upset with us? Will someone file a complaint?

The bottom parking lot is HUGE! Maybe we could move to either the central or the western end of it? How 'bout the UPPER LOT? Never anyone up there. How 'bout we just forget I said anything!

See Ya' Sunday~

Dino makes some good points that bear consideration. The upper lot is all but abandoned on Sundays, and just might be the better venue.

The lower lot worked excellently for Swap Meet 1.0, but that was a lifetime ago. The site, exposure, and response has grown substantially since then, and an adjustment seems wise.

This should actually serve as a good gauge of STR's phenomenal growth. Last time saw a rag tag collection of folks hawking stuff out of duffel bags, but this one might just rival the Cypress College Meet! O.K., maybe not yet, but we're well on our way. Regardless, it's looking to be a good size turnout, and will definitely garner attention for both good and ill. The more removed we are from the other users, the lower the likelihood for conflict and cause for complaint. I mean, we have demos, shops, and individuals coming...it will be beautiful mayhem!

As for permits and such, know that nothing has been pursued. This thing's sheer size has me stunned, amazed, and stoked, and if it goes off w/o a hitch, personally, I will consider us lucky. I don't expect anything spectacular, but a "talking to" could very likely take place. Depending on this year's result and next year's growth, a permit inquiry will likely be made before this happens again.

In the meantime, I say we give the upper lot a shot. Certainly can't hurt, and very well might help.

What say you? Speak up, time's short!

[springrubber]

I have to agree with Dino and Ladd Jasper. Reminds me of when I see the police harassing the person selling flowers at the off ramp. I know nothing about what you need (permit wise) to sell items for cash on city land and nor do I have anything to sell but for the sake of not drawing negative attention I too vote for the upper lot.

Originally Posted by bananaseat

looking forward to hanging out and riding. aint buying, and the riding part may be a bit tough to organize, so hit me up for a ride if you see me. i'll buy you a beer after...

p.s. name tags are a good idea.

Aldo is buyin, then I is riden!!

[spookydave]

parking lot poaching at the courthouse. LMAO

see you all there.