mcutt
09-26-03, 07:48 AM
any of you fixers ride this saddle? is it worth $150?
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Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - brooks swift
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mrfix
09-26-03, 08:32 AM
I'm not a fixer, but I ride the saddle. It is well worth it for me, I have it an my century bike annd since I started riding it all day (10 - 12 hour) double centuries are no problem on the bottom.
mcutt
09-26-03, 08:44 AM
but your name is mr fix and you read the fixed gear forums??
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roadfix
09-26-03, 10:25 AM
Yes, the Swift is well worth the money. I've got one on my Steamroller and it's been very comfortable since day 1. You get a can of poofide and a saddle wrench included in the price.
mrfix
09-26-03, 10:26 AM
I know, but I'm way too old to ride without the help from the gears and I live in new england in an area with many hills. My name is MRFIX because I fix things for a living. I read the fix gear threads because I like the concept, and who knows, someday I may even build one up for myself. But I must say, ya gotta get a brooks,and the swift is a sweetie.
mcutt
09-26-03, 10:48 AM
Originally posted by mrfix
I know, but I'm way too old to ride without the help from the gears and I live in new england in an area with many hills. My name is MRFIX because I fix things for a living. I read the fix gear threads because I like the concept, and who knows, someday I may even build one up for myself. But I must say, ya gotta get a brooks,and the swift is a sweetie.
no such thing as being too old to ride without gears.. just ask sheldon brown!!
i think today is the day that you start building your fixed gear. you are mr. fix, it is meant to be...
mc
I know, but I'm way too old to ride without the help from the gears and I live in new england in an area with many hills. My name is MRFIX because I fix things for a living. I read the fix gear threads because I like the concept, and who knows, someday I may even build one up for myself. But I must say, ya gotta get a brooks,and the swift is a sweetie.
no such thing as being too old to ride without gears.. just ask sheldon brown!!
i think today is the day that you start building your fixed gear. you are mr. fix, it is meant to be...
mc
alexs
09-26-03, 11:10 AM
does the leather need to be kept dry?
ie - would a brooks be a really bad idea in seattle?
ie - would a brooks be a really bad idea in seattle?
mcutt
09-26-03, 11:12 AM
my fear is a $150 saddle being stolen off of my bike by a saddle-conscious thief.. wouldn't that suck?
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roadfix
09-26-03, 12:01 PM
Originally posted by mcutt
my fear is a $150 saddle being stolen off of my bike by a saddle-conscious thief.. wouldn't that suck?
mc If that's the case, I wouldn't even waste my money on the Swift if there's that possibility. I never leave sight of my bike with pricey components. On the other hand, my errand/utility fixie sport 'cheaper' components which I don't mind locking up unchecked for a few minutes from time to time...
my fear is a $150 saddle being stolen off of my bike by a saddle-conscious thief.. wouldn't that suck?
mc If that's the case, I wouldn't even waste my money on the Swift if there's that possibility. I never leave sight of my bike with pricey components. On the other hand, my errand/utility fixie sport 'cheaper' components which I don't mind locking up unchecked for a few minutes from time to time...
mrfix
09-26-03, 01:14 PM
Mine gets wet and has for years, I just proof hide every month or so and it's in great shape.
stevo
09-29-03, 09:32 AM
if a buck and 1/2 scares you, the Team Pro can be had for about 1/2 of that, and the b17 for even less. Both are great saddles, every bit as good as the swift; just slightly heavier.
roadfix
09-29-03, 10:35 AM
Originally posted by stevo
if a buck and 1/2 scares you, the Team Pro can be had for about 1/2 of that, and the b17 for even less. Both are great saddles, every bit as good as the swift; just slightly heavier. Correct........as a matter of fact, I feel that my Team Pro is a bit more comfortable than my Swift. But that may be due to my trimming of the side skirts on the Team Pro to give it that sleeker look.
if a buck and 1/2 scares you, the Team Pro can be had for about 1/2 of that, and the b17 for even less. Both are great saddles, every bit as good as the swift; just slightly heavier. Correct........as a matter of fact, I feel that my Team Pro is a bit more comfortable than my Swift. But that may be due to my trimming of the side skirts on the Team Pro to give it that sleeker look.
Eric St. Mary
10-11-03, 03:50 PM
I picked up a Like New Black Swift LBS. It has been profidded but has no signs of anyones butt and is gorgeous. I just can't put such a nice and $150 seat on my bike. I'll let it go for $110.
I know this isn't the classifieds but, since your talking about them........
I know this isn't the classifieds but, since your talking about them........
Hot Pepper
10-13-03, 11:35 AM
I'LL TAKE IT!!!!
I have 3 swifts, and could always use a spare.
I have 3 swifts, and could always use a spare.
roadfix
10-13-03, 11:49 AM
Sold!.....to poster #14!
bombusben
10-13-03, 11:51 AM
Out of curiosity, what is the shipping cost from Italy?
Eric St. Mary
10-13-03, 12:39 PM
I'LL TAKE IT!!!!
I have 3 swifts, and could always use a spare.
Email me at *not a mouth breather at(make the at symbol here) yahoo dot(put a period here) com* so we can sort the details. I have a US Mailing Address here with the forces, shipping cost are standard USPS Priority Mail rates.
Cheers,
Eric
I have 3 swifts, and could always use a spare.
Email me at *not a mouth breather at(make the at symbol here) yahoo dot(put a period here) com* so we can sort the details. I have a US Mailing Address here with the forces, shipping cost are standard USPS Priority Mail rates.
Cheers,
Eric