Eire Mick

I just had my Leader stolen and I need a replacement. I'll be getting some money from my insurance company (get renters insurance if you don't have it), and I wanted to see some thoughts on an upgrade. Other thoughts have been a Felt TK3 or a vigorelli. I'll probably build it cause it's fun to build. Let's hear some ideas if you've done something similar or if you want to weigh in. Pics would be fun. Thanks

xkillemallx16

Track, street? Budget? Aluminum, Steel?

Gimme a few more details about how much insurance is giving you.

plowmanjoe

i just finished a vigorelli build. it's actually a lot of fun piecing the bike together part by part. taking your time, finding good deals etc. i had all the tools to put it together myself, which makes it more special i think.

it's a great bike so far. the bike handles great, very nimble. i have to get it on a scale as well, seems very light compared to my first bike.

Eire Mick

Mostly long-ish street rides, aluminum, and they're giving me enough to replace my bike.

Eire Mick

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Now that's what I'm talking about!

xkillemallx16

Moto team track.

Deshi

Well now, that narrow's it down...

MysticRats

Whats wrong with getting another LEADER.

My GO USA build recipe:

721


I806


SPA2


Leader Cosmic


Leader Street Risers


VO Stem 17deg


Cane Creek Track V


SRAM Omnium



And May I also recommend:

NinetiesKid

I would definitely suggest investing time and money in a safe locking habit, renter's insurance or not.

Otherwise, If you want an aluminum track frame there is Felt TK2/3, Fuji Track Pro, Vigorelli, Leader, Bianchi Super Pista/Concept, Cannondale Capo, Trek T1, Moto Team Track...

Personally I think I'll be pulling the trigger on a Moto Team Track frameset in about a month. I can't convince myself to spend much more than what the frameset is going for on BD for what will likely be an indistinguishable upgrade for me. I've been trolling ebay hard for the summer searching for a deal on a frameset on any of the above, but haven't found anything that fits me unfortunately.

Also, the Team Track complete is a pretty decent deal. Considering the dura ace crankset and BB alone could run you up to around 400 and the frame 350, the complete for 800 isn't such a bad deal for some decent components (perhaps save for the wheelset).

This thread could help too

https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...light=aluminum

Deshi

The Moto Team is a great deal. I would go that route.

rustybrown

I thought Cane Creek got out of the track wheel biz....?

Deshi

They did. You can find their track wheels for cheap but you cant get support for them anymore.

mastertongue

how much do those Omni's weigh??

Deshi

587 pounds and 7 ounces.

mastertongue

you're a pile of pus

Deshi

Thank You.

Deshi

What do you know. You must be to ****in lazy to check the website.

https://www.sram.com/sram/road/products/omnium-crankset

mastertongue

Thanks man, I was busy watching your video on the other page! (Love it BTW!)

Deshi

Ah, lol

PM87

2009 T1 is nice. Cinelli looks dope. Have you seen the TK2's? Or the Fuji Tracks? Super nice.

chas58

You want to use something like a Felt tack bike for the longish road rides? May I ask why? A track bike like that has a short wheelbase and is very darty. Great for the track, but not what I would choose for the road. The toe overlap could be a PITA too.
Are you doing this for looks? Style? Something with a longer wheelbase (more stable, less overlap) would be much nicer on the road.

j3ffr3y

Moto Team Track is great. I love mine.

Eire Mick

Well, I think it's fun riding a track bike. Not much other reason for that. I like the responsiveness when I need to be maneuverable (I'm in LA and we have our share of cars). I've become used to the shorter wheel base, and I'm not doing centuries or anything, something like 30-40 mile rides.

Eire Mick

Yeah, the T1 is pretty sweet, I've just not heard much about it (other than that vid w Lance crushing the SF mash crew on a T1). Problem with the Felts is finding the frame. I just saw the new fuji comp, and that thing's a beast. I'd feel bad if I didn't get that to the track often, which I won't, so that prolly won't be my choice.

bluej7

could I get some more info in this renters insurances deal?