Originally Posted by
Andy_K
Don't underestimate how much the conversion will cost. Starting with a Ross is not such a great idea.
Commuting with a singlespeed/fixed gear is fun, and building one up from an old bike is great in multiple ways, but saving money isn't one of them. I can't see you making it happen for less than $150, and you'd have to really cut some ugly corners to do that.
Thanks
I was considering how much money I'd like to put into the Ross, but I was also figuring that most of the components could be switched to another old road bike when I find it. I plan on doing the work myself, so it's really just the parts. Unfortunately (for me anyway) it seems most people around here have realized they can sell their old roads bikes for upwards of $80 whether they're Huffy's or Schwinn's. I really like the idea of some sweet dumpster/curb/under $30 garage sale find of some amazing bike, so I'm waiting for that to happen....
