new this vs that thread with a difference.. it's ********
seriously though, here's some fuel for discussion or calling me an idiot:
I am looking at essentially 3 bikes; cannondale capo, surly steamroller, and khs flite. it's a strange assortment, with a big price variance (about 2x as much for the capo as khs), but I can get good prices on those three models through a mate at an LBS, so those are the go. I don't love the steamroller, it's too roady I think, but feel free to tell me how twitchy etc it is, I'm pretty easily convinced. To choose between the two more track-like geometries (or maybe full track for the KHS) I really have one question;
How does a flite with probably it's own value again or more in parts stack up against a stock or near stock capo?
the capo basically blows my budget, but is apparently a ****hot frame, the khs is steeper and sharper, and could be instantly pimped with nice wheels and cranks and so on.. so yeah, will the khs flex under me like a *****? or should I be looking for a comfy steel street ride (main purpose) with big blingin parts?