HandsomeRyan

You still never told us what kind of bars she's planning on running?

Inquiring minds want to know.

Geordi Laforge

I could put together a quality build for half of what this guy is ready to spend. hint: ebay, craigslist, regional forums, and a little research & patience.

this thread sucks.

sneaky viking

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do while x

just buy used parts. because new parts are only new until you use them.

unless she doesnt plan on using them

bw286

iro has a build kit

HandsomeRyan

If you are refering to the kit sold @ pricepoint it's the exact same price as purchasing each component individually. I believe she already purchased cranks too if I'm not mistaken.

I just got a set of those IRO cranks for my wifes bike and they look nice though! I've been running an IRO 18T cog on my fixie since I got it and I have no complaints there either.

walking disease

girls are dumb.

fixedfun

This build will suck.

End thread now stfuopufidiot.

devilshaircut

Lol, dude, did you EVEN read my first post that said verbatim "I've done my own pricing on Google, eBay, and checking reputable stores I know"? Guess I didn't mention CL, although I did check CL already (actually I check CL every day) but the parts I found were, as usual, junky.

And anyhow, I think $700 is by no means an extravagant price to build a bike frame up with new parts.

TBH, if I wanted to, I could go to my local bike co-op and put together a bike for under $100 easy (but it would have oddly sized wheels with likely no fixed wheel, no track ends - a conversion, etc.) and I'd still have to buy stuff like the cog, bar tape, and a new chain, etc. But that is really not the point here coz she is spending money she has saved for a NEW bike. If she wanted a used bike, I would give her my completed 54cm department store bike conversion that I cruise on.

I mean, if you were building a new bike frame-up how much would you spend? IMO you could easily go over $700 with parts, but why not replace those as you go? I think the $700 is worth having a nice, sturdy wheelset, a quality frame, and other serviceable parts. In my experience if you try and cut too many corners you are probably starting with a fully built bike or getting used parts. Or you just have the hookup with bulk sales (which I do not have).

To whoever asked about the bars, I think I convinced her to take my old Nitto drops, since I can polish and retape those easily.

To whoever suggested the IRO build kit, I will take a look at that as well. That is the kind of suggestion I am looking for.

do while x

it doesnt matter, she wont ride it

fixedfun

LMAO

devilshaircut

I think she will, considering she already rides a 10 speed.

devilshaircut

If anyone was curious to how the bike turned out, here is my solution.

Bike cost about $715 total.

I think I did pretty good. H8 the Aerospoke if you must. I think it is a terrific looking girl's bike though. And for another $100 or so, she will upgrade to a better saddle and re-tape the bars.

Sorry for the low quality pic. Took it with my cell.

devilshaircut

Forgot parts info:

- Velocity Rim
- IRO Hub
- Sugino Messenger Cranks
- Aerospoke
- KMC Chain
- Stock Kilo TT Pro Seat
- Stock Kilo TT Pro Handlebars
- Barflies Streamers (lol)

HandsomeRyan

I see no streamers?!

sunburst

Check out Niagara Cycle Works. They are the cheapest source for parts that I've found. They have a huge inventory also, but are a bit slow.

https://www.niagaracycle.com/index.php

edit: oops, I see you're done already. Oh well, Niagara's still good to know about.

johnnytheboy

Scrambler ftw.
I'm totally happy with mine.
Wait til march- the new batch will have a 10mm higher bb and no cable bosses.

Languid

Holy cow, thanks for that link -- they have some ridiculous prices... According to their shipping info page, shipping seems like it would be reasonable. You said their shipping is a little bit slow, but what's your experience with their shipping rates?

vegipowrd

For a quality parts on the cheap, that's a super clean looking build.
I'd like to see a better shot.