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70's Columbia Tourist Expert

• Thread starter cycleblurbs
• Start date Jul 21, 2014

cycleblurbs

On training wheels.

• Jul 21, 2014

I'm looking at this Columbia Tourist Expert III on Craigslist. This will be my first vintage bike purchase and although I like the bike I think it's priced a little high. Here's a link to the ad: Is it worth $150?  

bulldog1935

Cruisin' on my bluebird.

• Jul 22, 2014

It's a trick bike. The money would get you a better bike, though doubtful a cooler one. I'm sure he will learn that he'll have to barter on the price.  

SirMike1983

Riding a '38 autocycle deluxe.

No- that's a later Columbia lightweight. Columbia's 1940s-50s lightweights are where you want to put your money. That's basically a commuter/grocery getter type bike. It's reasonably well made but not one of Columbia's better bikes if you go back to the 40s-50s lightweights.  

Well he went down to $125 so I'm going to take a look at it and see if I like it. I'm looking for something I can ride right now that I don't have to fix up. I've had a really hard time getting a bike that fits and feels comfortable so if this one does I don't mind paying $125 for it. It looks like he's put new tires/tubes on it, brake pads, cables etc., so it might not be a terrible deal. I'm also a little time crunched since I don't want to waste any more of the summer. Since I'm not looking to flip the bike but to ride it myself I wanted to make sure this was a decent bike and that I wasn't paying an absolutely crazy price for it. I've had a difficult time finding out much of anything online about the bike so I appreciate your responses. I love the look of the bike and if it is comfortable and rides well I'll be thrilled. That will give me some time to look around for the bikes I really want and get my feet wet with restoration.  

Andrew Gorman

It's not a good bike, and for the money you should be able to scare up a much better Peugeot or Motobecane if you want something from that period- heck, I paid less than that for a Dawes Galaxy here in San Francisco. A Schwinn Speedster or Collegiate would be a better built bike, or like Sir Mike said, go earlier. A Schwinn New World is a great bike, and usually pretty cheap.  

Ah well I think I'll go ahead and pass on it. It's a cool looking bike but I think you guys are probably right. Plus my budget is tight so even though I'd like something right away I'm going to hold out for something better that's closer to what I want. Thanks again!  

• Jul 23, 2014

My suggestion would be for $125, you should be able to get yourself a decent Raleigh Sports 3 speed from the 1960s or 70s. Schwinn 3 speeds are ok from that era. I think the Raleigh is the better buy. If you like a 10 speed, Peugeot, Motobecane, Gitane, or Raleigh.  

I would really like a Raleigh Sports but they've been hard to come by here in decent condition in my price range. I'll keep my eyes open though. My biggest need is that the posture is upright and it's reliable. I like the Schwinn's as well-Collegiate, Suburban, Traveler and the Breeze off the top of my head. Anyway, I definitely appreciate the suggestions.  

• Jul 29, 2014

You guys would not believe (or maybe you would) the cost to refrubish a bike nowadays. Tires, tubes, and rim strips can cost $50 alone and I HAVE parted out bicycles because they needed tires and a chain...one was a very clean 1972 Firestone Warrior ladies bike. Everybody bitched and moaned when they saw or heard of it yet nobody wanted to pay me the amount of money it cost to fix it. I didn't see the ad but is this bike has new tires, tubes, rim strips, shifter and brake cables, deraileur adjustments, etc it was actually a good deal. Depending on how much was done, it could have been practically new. I did a ton of work to a '77 Varsity and got $125 out of it. I turned a profit because I got it dirt cheap and did nearly all of the work myself.  

classicfan1 said: You guys would not believe (or maybe you would) the cost to refrubish a bike nowadays. Tires, tubes, and rim strips can cost $50 alone and I HAVE parted out bicycles because they needed tires and a chain...one was a very clean 1972 Firestone Warrior ladies bike. Everybody bitched and moaned when they saw or heard of it yet nobody wanted to pay me the amount of money it cost to fix it. I didn't see the ad but is this bike has new tires, tubes, rim strips, shifter and brake cables, deraileur adjustments, etc it was actually a good deal. Depending on how much was done, it could have been practically new. I did a ton of work to a '77 Varsity and got $125 out of it. I turned a profit because I got it dirt cheap and did nearly all of the work myself. Click to expand...

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by eazywind · February 10, 2013

1944 Columbia Sports Tourist wartime blacked out bicycle. Hard to find blacked out handlebars, stem and sprocket. Also has the not so hard to find blacked out hubs. Nice complete original WW2 bicycle.

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• Length : 23.5 mi (37.8 km)

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• Code : 8 and 8a
• Number of stations : 8 and 5, respectively
• Length : 10.1 mi (16.3 km) and 6.6 mi (10.7 km), respectively

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• Number of stations : 20
• Length : 20.8 mi (33.4 km)

Kakhovskaya Line

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• Number of stations : 3
• Length : 2.1 mi (3.3 km)

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• Number of stations : 7
• Length : 6.2 mi (10 km)

Despite being a monorail and not a metro, it is considered part of the metro system. The connection between the metro and monorail is free within 90 minutes.

• Line Color : Blue
• Number of stations : 6
• Length : 2.3 mi (4.7 km)

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• Length : 33.6 mi (54 km)

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The 14 lines of Moscow’s metro intersect at various points along their routes, facilitating comfortable transfers from one line to another. Once your ticket has been validated, you can interchange between lines 1-12 without any time limit or additional charges.

The connection between the first 12 lines and line 13 (the monorail), and vice versa, is free within 90 minutes from initial entry.

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Troika Card

The Troika card is the most convenient payment method for public transportation in Moscow. This plastic card can be topped up with funds and used to purchase any available ticket type.

The card requires a deposit of 50 rubles (US $0.88), which you can get back when returning the card. The Troika card is valid for 5 years and can be used on the metro, as well as on any other modes of public transportation. You can top up your card at ticket windows in the stations, at machines, or through the app.

• Troika card: 50 rubles (US$0.88)
• A trip on the metro and monorail: 36 rubles (US$0.63)
• A trip on other modes of transportations: 36 rubles (US$0.63)
• Unlimited 90-minute connections between metro and other modes of transportation: 56 rubles (US$0.99)

Single tickets

If you prefer not to use a Troika card, you can purchase a single ticket or a ticket package, issued in the form of a red card. This card can be used on the metro as well as on other modes of transportation such as buses and trams.

• 1 trip (valid for 5 days from the day of purchase): 55 rubles (US$0.97)
• 2 trips (valid for 5 days from the day of purchase): 110 rubles (US$1.94)
• 20 trips (valid for 90 days from the day of purchase): 747 rubles (US$13.17)
• 40 trips (valid for 90 days from the day of purchase): 1494 rubles (US$26.34)
• 40 trips (valid for 90 days from the day of purchase and only available for purchase with the Troika card): 1765 rubles (US$31.12)

Unlimited trips

The “Edinaya” passes permit unlimited travel during a specified period of time. You can start using these passes within 10 days from the time of purchase, and the validity period will start counting down from the first use. However, going forward, the 30-day passes can only be purchased through a Troika card and they are ready for use from the time of purchase.

• 1 day: 218 rubles (US$3.84)
• 3 days: 415 rubles (US$7.32)
• 7 days: 830 rubles (US$14.63)
• 30 days: 2075 rubles (US$36.58)
• 90 days: 5190 rubles (US$91.5)
• 365 days: 18900 rubles (US$333.21)
• Although Moscow’s metro system might seem complicated with its 14 lines, planning a trip is easy thanks to the interactive map on its official web page and app.
• Purchasing single tickets is cheaper than buying a Troika card.
• If you have money loaded on your Troika card and you are going to leave the country, you can go to any of the metro’s main offices and request a refund for the available amount on the card, including the deposit.
• The maps inside the stations and trains show the stations in both the Russian and Latin alphabets.
• The app Yandex.Metro offers bilingual maps and allows you to plan your trip, estimating travel time and considering the connections you have to make.
• As some of Moscow’s famous metro stations are among the most beautiful in the world, they are also among the busiest. Avoid visiting them during peak hours.

Interesting Facts

• Moscow’s metro is renowned for its stations adorned with murals, mosaics, chandeliers, and artworks. These beautiful stations have become one of Moscow’s tourist attractions, with tours that explain the art and history of the stations.
• The Moscow metro was one of the first metro systems in the Soviet Union.
• This metro system is the sixth-largest in the world.
• The Park Pobedy station, at a depth of 276 feet (84 meters), is one of the deepest in the world. Moreover, it has one of the longest escalators in Europe.
• All metro lines have had free Wi-Fi since December 1, 2014, thanks to the company Maxima Telecom.
• With more than nine million passengers daily, the Moscow metro is one of the busiest metro systems globally.
• Although it hasn’t been confirmed, it is speculated that a secret metro system exists beneath some of the regular lines. This system, referred to as D-6, was supposedly created to evacuate a select group of influential people in emergencies such as a nuclear attack during the Cold War. It is believed that this secret metro is managed by the army.

Future expansions

Although the Moscow metro is extensive and reaches the city’s borders, including connections with surrounding districts, it continually requires expansions and upgrades to cater to the growing demands. Some stations from Line 1, the first to operate, are among the oldest in the system and require upgrades.

While substantial extensions have been completed in recent years, major expansions of Moscow’s metro are currently under production. Presently, several lines are planned to be extended by a total of 93 miles (150 kilometers) by 2020. Key projects of the expansion will add 5.9 miles (9.5 kilometers) to the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya line and will extend the metro system into the Solntsevo district and the suburbs of Moscow.

Connection to the airport

Moscow has three international airports, each 19 to 25 miles (30 to 40 kilometers) away from downtown. It’s possible to reach any of them using a combination of the metro and bus, but bear in mind this may not be the best option if you are traveling with a lot of luggage, as the bus drops you off in the suburbs where you will then need to take a metro to downtown Moscow.

If you are traveling with a lot of luggage, the best option is to hire a taxi or take the Aeroexpress, a train that connects the airports with downtown Moscow.

If you are not traveling with a lot of luggage or if you are looking for the most cost-efficient option, it’s entirely feasible to get downtown by bus or metro. Here’s how:

From Domodedovo airport: You can take the 308 bus to Domodedovskaya station on the green line (Line 2) and from there continue your journey to your final destination using various metro lines. The ride from the airport to the green line lasts 30 to 40 minutes. Express buses cost 100 rubles (US$1.76), while the 24-hour buses cost 120 rubles (US$2.11).

From Sheremetyevo airport: Various bus lines take you from the airport to the Rechnoy Vokzal station on the green line (Line 2) or to the Planernaya station on the purple line (Line 7). The trip to either of these two stations lasts 40 to 50 minutes. A 90-minute ticket, including a bus trip, admission to the metro, and unlimited connections during the 90 minutes, costs 50 rubles. (US$0.88).

From Vnukovo airport: The N611 bus takes you to the Yugo-Zapadnaya station on the red line (Line 1). The trip, costing 50 rubles (US$0.88), lasts around 40 minutes. You can purchase a 90-minute ticket that includes the bus trip, admission to the metro, and unlimited connections during the 90 minutes.

Sights to see via Moscow’s metro:

Saint Basil’s Cathedral: This iconic cathedral is not just a landmark in Moscow, but also in all of Russia. This Orthodox Church, unique in its architecture and famous for its colorful domes, is located in Red Square and is part of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. The cathedral is a 10-minute walk from Line 3’s Ploshchad Revolyutsii station and from Line 2’s Teatral’naya station.

Red Square: In addition to Saint Basil’s Cathedral, Red Square is also home to the Kremlin, the official residence of the President of Russia, the Monument to Minin and Pozharsky, and Lenin’s Mausoleum. To reach the square, take Line 3 to Ploshchad Revolyutsii station or Line 2 to Teatral’naya station.

Metro stations: With their chandeliers, murals, and mosaics, the metro stations are a tourist attraction in their own right. Some of the most famous and beautiful include:

• On Line 5: Kievskaya, Belorusskaya, Komsomolskaya, Novoslobodskaya, and Park Kultury
• On Line 3: Ploshchad Revolutsii, Elektrozavodskaya, Kurskaya, Park Pobedy, and Slavyansky Bulvar
• On Line 2: Mayakovskaya

Tretyakov Gallery: It is one of Moscow’s most renowned art museums. It houses the largest collection of Russian works in the world. The gallery is a five-minute walk from Line 6’s Tretyakovskaya station.

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