The Official Craigslist Thread (Round 4)

Gym belongs to a member here:
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Redwood City, CA. Powerblock bench, $15.

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F***ing no-shows lately. Seems to be at an all time high.

[QUOTE=grumpytude;1653371963]F***ing no-shows lately. Seems to be at an all time high.[/QUOTE]

I get dozens per week. The younger generation is the worst. They're big on conflict avoidance and low on manners.

[QUOTE=grumpytude;1653371963]F***ing no-shows lately. Seems to be at an all time high.[/QUOTE]

I am seeing something similar on the buying end when responding to ads.

I am responding to a lot of ads with no response back. I include a call back phone number when I respond to an ad, which normally results in a good response rate. Not lately though. And the ad stays up. And I am not getting the fishing/spam with my phone number like when I place CL ads.

I did have one guy reply that another buyer was ahead of me. I told him if the sale doesn't happen, I will buy. Crickets. That was over a week ago and the ad is still up.

[QUOTE=RestoringTally;1653393263]I am seeing something similar on the buying end when responding to ads.

I am responding to a lot of ads with no response back. I include a call back phone number when I respond to an ad, which normally results in a good response rate. Not lately though. And the ad stays up. And I am not getting the fishing/spam with my phone number like when I place CL ads.

I did have one guy reply that another buyer was ahead of me. I told him if the sale doesn't happen, I will buy. Crickets. That was over a week ago and the ad is still up.[/QUOTE]
Someone listed some equipment in two adds on FB marketplace. No reply to any inquiries to both ads which are still up.

I had some weight plates I was selling. Very good condition and very good price. Got alot of hits, I just take them in order. A few right off the bat you can tell are spam.
Finally sold them yesterday, but not after getting three no-shows in a row. Must be the new norm I guess. I usually have good luck selling gym equipment.

[QUOTE=RestoringTally;1653393263]I am seeing something similar on the buying end when responding to ads.

I am responding to a lot of ads with no response back. I include a call back phone number when I respond to an ad, which normally results in a good response rate. Not lately though. And the ad stays up. And I am not getting the fishing/spam with my phone number like when I place CL ads.

I did have one guy reply that another buyer was ahead of me. I told him if the sale doesn't happen, I will buy. Crickets. That was over a week ago and the ad is still up.
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crazy makes no sense. its almost as though they don't really care if they sell. why bother posting at all. I always respond to everyone that I get replies from, even after they are sold I tell them they are no longer available. It pays off, I have had a few repeat buyers that appreciated and remembered the little added effort. Some become a bit obsessive and keep emailing to see if I have anymore stuff to sell.

Leominster, MA. TuffStuff seated calf. $75.

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Rogue RML-490 power rack + accessories for $1300

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Rogue RML-490 power rack + accessories for $1300[/QUOTE]

Says $1,500. Price seems so-so. I sold an RML-490C for $800 with 6 or 8 weight posts (can't recall) in September. I don't live too far from this seller either.

One of my best pick-ups ever. $100 for the pair! Pre-covid of course.

Omaha, NE. Cybex Galileo lat pulldown w/ a few attachments + a squat rack. $300 for both.

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Millstadt, IL. Life Fitness weight tree, $100.

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Spencer, NC. Paramount preacher curl bench. $50

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Jarrettsville, MD. Cybex VR2 seated leg curl, $375. Very underrated machine and this one looks like it's in great shape to boot.

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Should polish right up...

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if you have been searching for the ultra rare weider walmart plates look no further...

Manasquan, NJ. Commercial adjustable incline bench. $50.

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[QUOTE=RestoringTally;1653393263]I am seeing something similar on the buying end when responding to ads.

I am responding to a lot of ads with no response back. I include a call back phone number when I respond to an ad, which normally results in a good response rate. Not lately though. And the ad stays up. And I am not getting the fishing/spam with my phone number like when I place CL ads.[/QUOTE]

This is exactly what recently happened to me (and has happened before), with the most recent occurrence this past week I told the person I definitely want the piece of equipment and am willing to put a deposit down since I was a little over two hours away. Exchange about 3 texts regarding logistics, then ask for availability on a certain day and get no response, but clear indicator that the message I sent was read. Decency and consideration sold separately.