LOL so many people on this forum are so elitist, it's hard to tell what its for, helpng people answer questions or trading passive agressive comments. Can't hate that tho, I'd probably be a dick if I knew all about bikes too. I'm Definitely not looking for a "fashion accessory". Quality and style should not be mutually exclusive. And don't take my being particular as a sign that I'm only interested in having a bike that looks good. I can tell there is a sort of collective anxiety from the veterans here that don't want to see their sport ruined by wannabe hipsters, I can totally understand that. But I ride my bike because I love to ride, love the challenge and control of a fixed gear and because I have a job that I need to get to. I appreciate genuine help in this but if you can't help the pointless comments, no worries.

Are Gran Compes just way over-prced tires then? I've been riding Michelin tires that cost approx $40 a tire and they are great.