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12-24-13 | 08:30 PM

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clrux

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From: Boston, MA

Bikes: 2012 Specialized Sirrus Sport, 2013 Surly Cross-Check

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Originally Posted by Ridefreemc

I have a Salsa Vaya for sale in the forum that has BB7 brakes, Ultegra brakes, detailers and shifters, as well as the better Mavic rims. It has peddles, fenders, and everything you'd need for $1400. Its a 56cm. You'd be getting a lot more bike for the money you are talking about.

Anyway, something for you to consider in addition to the others suggested.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...011-Salsa-Vaya

Very nice bike! Unfortunately it's a size too big. I normally ride a 54 but a 52 Surly. Wishing I were a little taller haha.

Been researching a bit more... I've thrown the Jamis Aurora into the mix. Any thoughts on it compared to the others? It seems on par if not better than the Surly...

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