WTB: Saluki, 54cm or thereabouts

[Applegate]

Hello Bunchpeople,

I'm here on a mission to help a friend find a 54cm Saluki—her dream bike. I will state up front that I do recognize:

• we're in search of bit of a rare bird
• the AHH took over for the Saluki
• one Robert Blunt, of Pennington, NJ seems to be in the final stage of obtaining the only presently known Saluki listing (in the 54 spec, no less)

Nonetheless, I thought this group would be the best hope for tracking down a solution. In the even that an appropriately sized Homer could take its place, what do we think would be the likelihood of and the process for acquiring Saluki decals and headbadge?

Thank you in advance!

Alex Applegate

Berkeley, CA

[Matthew Williams]

I believe the AHH Saluki in North Smithfield is still available, but you'll need to work out some details. Apparently the seller isn't interested in shipping the bike and wants to sell it with a 55cm Randonneur as a pair.

I would recommend finding a BikeFlights-approved shop in the seller's immediate area, and explain to (or plead with) the seller about the ease with which she or he can simply drop the bike at the shop and let them handle the shipping.

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/north-smithfield-rivendell-ahh-saluki/7268236603.html

https://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/bik/d/north-smithfield-heron-randonneur/7268235869.html

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[Joe Bernard]

I believe Mr. Blunt just bought that 54 Sam after discovering a 54 MIT Homer is a very different size from a 54 Saluki. Therefore you may still be able to grab it. 

[Matthew Williams]

In the "not-quite-but-almost" category, here's a 55cm Roadini for $1500 in North Carolina:

https://greenville.craigslist.org/bik/d/greenville-rivendell-roadini/7256877443.html

On Jan 27, 2021, at 9:21 PM, Applegate <alexcap...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Joe Bernard]

This brings us to older vs. MIT again. The rider of a 54cm Saluki would take a 51 Roadini. 

[Robert Blunt]

I tried with the saluki in Smithfield. He/she is also selling a Heron and seems only interested in selling both bikes for 4,000 dollars or you have to show up in person with cash in hand. Seller suggested I take a road trip! Might I suggest the Protovelo Bleriot with S&S couplers for sale in Seattle? It has the same dimensions I believe as the Saluki in Smith field and doesn't seem to require coordinating a space shuttle launch to buy. I bought the 54 sam for sale yesterday. Good luck.

Best,

Robert Blunt

Pennington, NJ

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[Ryan Nute]

The Bleriot is mine if anyone's interested.  I go back and forth about keeping it.  Plus, I just got another Clem (thanks to Matthew's lead!).

Ryan

[J L]

As a former Saluki owner I feel conflicted about weighing in here. That said, 

My $.02 - The bikes are aesthetically top notch. They have so many well considered details. Functionally, the earlier model with canti-lever brake posts is a must have. That model allows for slightly bigger tires with fenders, and easier front rack mounting.

Jason

On Jan 27, 2021, at 9:21 PM, Applegate <alexcap...@gmail.com> wrote:

Hello Bunchpeople,

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[Robert Blunt]

I had a 55 or 57 bleriot about ten years ago, and very stupidly sold it. It was the best bike I have ever owned. Do the couplers affect ride quality? Just curious.

Best,

Robert Blunt

Pennington, NJ

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[Ryan Nute]

No difference that I can tell!

Ryan

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[Brendan Willard in SF]

I have a 56cm Saluki that I might part with. Frameset or built.

Brendan in SF

[Brendan Willard in SF]

Looks like it's actually closer to a 54cm by riv's chart.  

[Applegate]

Hello everyone,

Thank you, thank you, and thank you for the counsel and assistance. The last week's been a bit of a busy pitch, and I am sorry for leaving my end of the line dead when help was on the other end. My Riv hopeful  had indeed already done due diligence on that great North Smithfield Saluki, but it hadn't worked out at that stage.

I've messaged Brendan, and we're seeing if it'll all work out!

Thank you again for all guidance so far!

Alex Applegate

Berkeley, CA

[Brendan Willard in SF]

Just a note to say that the Saluki has been sold to a very happy friend of the OP.  Thanks to the many folks who inquired about it, and apologies if I didn't get back to all of you.  Heading down to the shed now to finish the Saluki!

Brendan in SF