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Has Oldschool Bmx building had its day?

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brummie:

--- Quote from: WINI on October 16, 2012, 07:42 AM ---Definately life in the old dog yet, but like some others have said, I think it has a finite life which will catch some people out when it goes.  Personally I think it's getting harder to build something nice within a sensible budget, even some of the prices posted on here recently are off the charts. For example, I saw something yesterday at £170 posted, when I know you can buy new from a shop for £60  :idiot2:

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Blimey what was that mark?

WINI:
I won't slag off the guys prices in public Dave, he can choose to try and sell for whatever he wants....

But I'll let you know  ;)

OrgasmDonor:

--- Quote from: monkeybiscuits! on October 15, 2012, 08:48 PM ---The hobby is definitely not dead....

There will always be those that see ot as a fad, or want to make a quick buck, they cpme and go, the hardcpre collectors will always be around come rain or shine,

Prices are high for some parts right now, some parts and framesets are not coming up, but have patience and you will overcome,

I am in the process of building two old schoolers, first for 3 years, .. Iam enjoying the chase for parts, it may take me another couple of years, but i will get there in the end, ... The best builds are like a fine wine, they take time to mature

There are more collectors than ever, hence supply and demand will push prices up... Unless you know where to look

One final word,... Everyone has their own grail, and builds what they desire, respect others.., if you like someones build, give +++ feedback, if you dont like it,  dont comment, lets not slag each other off, just cos they dont build what you like... Be boring if we all liked the same bikes

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bang on, patience keeps prices affordable  :daumenhoch:

region11:
I'm still refining bikes i started building 12 years ago.  As said it's all about patience.  Best part of the hobby is looking out for that bit you really want and always better at a nice price.  You think that they will never come up, but usually they do!  Starting and finishing a project in a week, will just leave you completely bored with collecting........having said that anyone wanna buy a 91 sport for silly money????? :D

leehunt1:
am i correct in saying everything was more expensive 5 or 10 years ago than it is now..?
i dont know what the big deal is really..
Old school BMX is an extravagant and expensive hobby like collecting vintage cars..!

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