dpc1192

I moved to New York City from Florida about a year and a half ago. In Florida, I used to ride a steel fixed gear I got from a friend that was a 56CM frame which was too small for me, but I made it work by getting a 130mm stem and lots of seatpost etc. (I'm 6'2, with about a 33inch inseam)

I was pretty certain that I was going to be getting the FUJI Track Classic 2016 in a 58cm, black with just a front brake...

BUT; then I saw that the shop also has the Raleigh Rush Hour on sale from $450 to $400. The only thing is it is available in either a 57cm or a 60cm, and while the 60cm may seem like the proper size, I really prefer a bike that runs a bit smaller and I think 57cm would be too small.

It really comes down to; what is the better bike for the money?! The Raleigh Rush Hour for $400 or the Fuji Track Classic for $450? Keep in mind it will take quite a beating from the city streets and you never know what the city will throw at it.

The only problem is either bike is going to have to be ordered from Danny's Cycles warehouse; so I will not be able to test ride it. I know they are both a fine first bike for me in New York, but I'm curious if there is any particular reason why either one is considered to be "better"!?

THANKS !!!

prooftheory

KiloTT

dpc1192

I forgot about the Kilo TT ! I know that's considered the best bang for you buck, but I remember reading that the sizing on them is a bit different. Would you think I would get the 57cm or 60cm if I'm 6'2 with a 32-33 inch inseam and long arms?

Wendell F

Looks like it's pretty much six of one, half a dozen of the other. Wheels and tires may be a little better on the Rush Hour, though it comes with track-style drops which most people here would agree are poo to use for road riding.

Major sticking point for me is that you can't test ride either. In a city with as many bike shops as this one, you shouldn't have to fork over money for a bike, sight-unseen. Somebody here has gotta have one of these bikes in your size for you to test ride. Especially the Fuji. That thing is ubiquitous in Brooklyn.

prooftheory

https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespee...ead-first.html

thedapperest

You'd probably want the 55 which is around 58cm on the seat tube. I own a 57cm Flite 100 (same frame) which runs 60.5 ctt. The 60 would definitely be too big for you as it runs a 63cm seat tube.

Davidpll

Also for $449 you could get the Kilo TT Pro. Mine just arrived and I love it.

rreahard

#KiloTT