Originally Posted by
BENNOCKSIT
So I am also looking into an entry level complete bike, I have been checking out the stuff on BD and wondering if the messenger would be the best choice. I plan on making some upgrades but it will mostly be stock.
i'm in the exact same situation. i was kinda set on the kilo until i came across this thread and i'm pretty convinced that the messenger is a better choice. i don't plan on replacing much, given it will be my first fixie. as long as the wheels spin and the bike doesn't explode, i think i'm in good shape.
the only problem is i'm 5'9" and the only thing near my size is the 56cm frame (i have to get orange... for obv reasons). the stand over is 31.7" and i'm pretty sure that should be fine. i'd rather have a bike one cm too big and the color i want over the right sized bike in the wrong color, obviously. haha
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