Originally Posted by
Velo Dog
What's a suicide bar? I've been riding since college in the '70s and I've never heard the term.
You need good BRAKES, though in traffic an occasional break is nice. I can't tell what's on the bikes you linked to, but if they don't work well, a change to aftermarket brake pads, $20 or so, will help a lot. So will paying attention, so you don't have to use the brakes hard. Also can't tell about tires, but old bikes are likely to have old ones that need to be replaced.
The 64cm single speed may be too big for you, plus as you said, you may want a geared bike, depending on the hills. Of the others, assuming equal condition, I think I favor the Trek hybrid. It may be sturdier, the wheels may be stronger, and the upright riding position should be helpful in traffic.
This would be considered a suicide bar..which is a nickname for how dangerous they are..so I was told..
I was also considering the Trek hybrid one, and have been texting the guy on the phone, but I was curious as to how old this bike is (the guy doesn't seem to know and I can't seem to find much that doesn't lead here..) because I don't want to be scarce of parts.
Originally Posted by
YOJiMBO20
If you're 6'1", I would say you're closer to needing a 58-60cm bike than a 55. I'm 5'10" and ride a 55. Just saying.
I too am very confused by "suicide bars". Do you just mean drop bars, where the ends curve down?
You also might want to try the commuting forum if your main purpose for the bike is going to be commuting.
Welcome to BF.
Yea they are the ones that just curve downward. But more reliable ones were made, which has the same style but is better for breaking..I just can't seem to notice the difference. And yeah I didn't see the commuter forums so I came to the next best place..Thanks!