Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Frame Recommendations

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jimbo_tunacan
11-14-12, 11:31 AM
I am thinking of building up a new ss and am looking for recommendations on a frame. I would ideally like something a little closer to road geometry than straight track geo. I would like to get something a light as possible, definitely want brake mounts for rear and holes for bottle cage. I was looking at the aluminum leaders(735, 725, 721), but am concerned the geometry might be a little too hardcore track. Also - I would rather have just the frame as I already have a decent carbon fork (1 1/8).

Any recommendations?

ColonelJLloyd
11-14-12, 12:02 PM
I'm sure there'll be more informed recommendations to come, but I don't really want nor need track geometry either so I use a vintage road frame. A lot of riders in my local club ride fixed and there are a couple with Soma Van Ness frames. They have sort of "road sport" geometry and can fit 28mm tires. Also, they look really sharp. I'd have a tough time ditching the fork though as it's damned attractive.
EpicSchwinn
11-14-12, 12:09 PM
What is your budget?

Wabi Cycles makes a great light frameset with a little more relaxed geometry
http://www.wabicycles.com/Lightning-SE_order_pg.html