Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Need help finding a good bike for work

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omegamars
02-03-08, 11:35 PM
Hey guys

just found out about these forums and been looking an reading around. just had a question i need some help with.

I am about to go back being a nyc bike messenger, sold my bike a while back and currently looking for a new one, is there a bike you guys could recommend for my budget 200-300 range thats pretty light? i almost bought SE BIKES Draft but after looking on here sounded like a pos for that kind of work. Any help would be greatly appreciated

jmichaeldesign
02-03-08, 11:36 PM
If you're going to be on your bike for 8+ hrs a day it seems worth it to spend more than that.
andre nickatina
02-03-08, 11:44 PM
kilo tt frameset, tough components.

or wade ebay for a beat up, old italian track frame.

orangepaint
02-04-08, 01:08 AM
^What he said^

You could also do a dirty conversion
jodypolk
02-04-08, 01:26 AM
this is a really odd question for a veteran NYC messenger to ask.
omegamars
02-04-08, 05:29 AM
Ah thanks guys looks like i'm going with the kilo tt :)




this is a really odd question for a veteran NYC messenger to ask.

i wouldn't consider myself a vet just worked as a messenger for about 2 years. my current situation only allows for me to spend that much on a bike at the moment
ryansexton
02-04-08, 06:25 AM
Pista Concept. Easy to find, cheap, and after you upgrade the components you have a decent bike.

LOL.