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Old 08-21-07, 06:52 AM
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tjsager
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Originally Posted by melville
A real track bike will beat you up on the roads. The default design in a track frame is 'sprinterish.'
Mel
I disagree with recommending a relaxed frame but it depends on a persons riding style and personal taste of course.

I ride my steel bianchi pista as a commuter and the geometry seems very agreeable to me. I tried a Specialized Langster (Not S-Works Track bike) at the bike shop and it felt very slow to steer. I would not want to ride one. No Zip, just lag time in steering. Too relaxed.

Of course some might say that a Bianchi Pista is not a real track bike. If anyone thinks it is not, then tell me why it is not.

Also, I've been recovering since 2004 from a cracked bone just below the knee. I think riding a track bike is fantastic therapy.

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