Originally Posted by davidmcowan
Looking to sell off my Scattante R550 and mountain bike and replace them with a crosscheck. I was hoping you bikeforum folks would a) know where to get one for the best price b) know if 54 cm of scattante equals 54 cm of crosscheck c) know how quick the turn around would be if I were to order up a crosscheck.
I'd appreciate any of this information. I wish I was as much of a commuter when I bought the scattante because I would have had my eye open for a crosscheck like bike. Ya know? But now I have to do all this hustlin and bustin to make the switch. Zamn.
Here in Denver, the best bet would be Cycle Analyst over on Pearl Street. Turin on Lincoln is also listed as a dealer as is Singletrack Factory on Gaylord. Excel Sports in Boulder is another one but they can be pricey.
Before you decide on a cross bike for commuting, take a look at touring bikes to. A little longer, a little more stable, capable of carrying tons of stuff. The LHT complete would make a great commuter and it has more knee friendly gearing for those times you feel like riding off into the mountains.