Want to build a cruiser/workhorse, frame recommendations?
07-15-13, 06:17 AM
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Want to build a cruiser/workhorse, frame recommendations?
I've been trying to figure out what kind of bike to build next and I think I've decided on a fixed gear cruiser/workhorse type setup. I have my Leader 722TS build which is great for riding around for fun and for getting from point A to point B, but I want something a little more laid back to use when cruising around for fun with my wife. I'd also like to be able to fully deck it out with a rear rack and possibly a font basket of some sort so I can use it for grocery shopping. Any suggestions on a good frame to look at? It would need to come in a 61cm size (could maybe get by with a 60cm frame, but no smaller).
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Surly Crosscheck
All-City Space Horse
Mercier Kilo WT
Any old school road frame with eyelets and forward facing dropouts.
I personally would go for the Space Horse for such project, I really like that frame.
All-City Space Horse
Mercier Kilo WT
Any old school road frame with eyelets and forward facing dropouts.
I personally would go for the Space Horse for such project, I really like that frame.
07-15-13, 09:26 PM
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I have a Cross Check as my workhorse commuter, errand runner, cruising around bike and I love it. I also love that I can still take it out on a serious ride with people and keep up and I could load it up and do some long distance touring or enter in a cyclocross race with it. Versatility
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You might want to convert an old 70s or 80s road frame or maybe older mountain bike if you can live with 26 inch tires. Personally I wouldn't go out and buy a new frame for this type of use.
07-16-13, 09:13 PM
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80s mountain bikes are great for this role with their slack angles and long wheelbases. Now that I have my 29er the Panasonic will get its racks put back on. An equivalent new frame would be the Surly Troll.
There is also the Soma Doublecross.
There is also the Soma Doublecross.
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Convert an old British 3 speed, they have the geometry you're looking for and are bulletproof.
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