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What I love about my bike is that it’s rare, somewhat exclusive. Only those that know their mt bike history appreciate them. Let others scoff, knowing only of Today’s Schwinn. Meanwhile those in the know, know a great bike when they see one.
With that in mind, I thought I’d start a post of local ads and spottings of these terrific rides.
Good post. Owning Homegrowns becomes addictive. You certainly have to appreciate something to own these bikes. I’ve loved em ever since I laid eyes on a Schwinn catalog back in 1999. Last year I finally had the means to buy one.
What’s funny is how many people think it was built by Yeti, just because it says Homegrown on it.
We on the other hand, know better.In keeping with this thread’s theme, I spotted a brand new 2000 Homegrown Pro frame (orange) at a small bike shop in Alpena, Michigan. They wanted $500 for it.
I was out riding the other day and another guy had one.It was a black 99 and it was the LX 6061 version. He refuesed to give his up either at any cost. If I didnt buy a new Tora fork for mine I would have made it a 96/69er. Oh well. Maybee I got to buy another one to do that right after I get my Project Underground that I just picked up on ebay for #400 bucks.
I hope this isn’t one of our members here. If the local bike shop estimated it at $3500, then they surely would’ve bought it right out of his hands for $2200? Heck, my 98 XT was NOS and was only $1500 two years ago.
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/bik/1424790568.html
A HOMEGROWN SCHWINN BIKE WITH ALL THE RIGHT STUFF. I AM THE SECOND OWNER.
SHIMANO COMPONENTS, RYNOLITE RIMS, ROCK SHOCKS. AS I GOT THE BIKE SERVICED A LOCAL BIKE SHOP ESTIMATED IT AT $3500.00 AND ALMOST READY AS IS EXCEPT FOR A FEW UPGRADES READY FOR THE RACING CIRCUIT.
THIS IS A SERIOUS BIKE AND ONLY SERIOUS RIDERS AND OFFERS WILL BE EXCEPTED. BIDDING WILL BEGAN AT $1700.00
I AM IN NO HURRY TO SELL AND WILL ONLY EXCEPT WHAT IS RIGHT!!!!!!!!!! I AM NOT LOOKING TO GET 3500.00 BUT WILL NOT GIVE IT AWAY.
That sweet late model Straight 8 and a 98 Straight 6 are on the bay….
Spotted this 1999 Schwinn Homegrown on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/1999-Schwinn-Homegrown_W0QQitemZ170399155489QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMountain_Bikes?hash=item27ac94c521I nathan, I think we share the same interest for this bike…
I’m the current higher bidder!
I really think it is a unique piece, we just have few hours before the auction is over. I’m not probably going to be able to bid too much higher.. so be my guest and enjoy it! besides, I already own a Homegrown XLT 98 (the red carbon frame) Good luck!
miguelba13@gmail.comI think this one will be around for quite a while….
http://cgi.ebay.com/Schwinn-Homegrown-Yeti-Lawwill-8-DH-Downhill-Bike_W0QQitemZ130345026279QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMountain_Bikes?hash=item1e592b42e7I’ve never seen a white one before! And no Schwinn headbadge, just a tomato sticker. Is this a re-paint, or is this legit?
Well, those things were listed at almost $6,000 when they were new. But it seems that mtn bikes don’t seem to hold their value very well, when newer technology comes out. Especially after 10 years.
I’d keep sending them your offer. Especially if it’s getting toward the end of the auction with no bids.
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