This is why I ride vintage frames
02-04-13 | 11:15 PM
#127
If Hitler made an affordable go fast 650b frame with clearance for hetres and fenders id probaly buy that too.
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02-05-13 | 06:46 AM
#129
Gouge Away
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I don't have a problem with their marketing. It's just a shame they can't do it with wit or originality. As for their frames I can speak only of the ones I have tried; LHT, Pacer, and Cross Check. I'd not buy one and went with something else. For those who like them that's all that matters.
02-05-13 | 08:13 AM
#130
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Cottered Crank
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I was looking at the Soma Doublecross but now I think I'm just going to buy a Nashbar alloy touring frame for $99. I've been reading around and asking questions elsewhere. Those who have them say it rides like steel. With their carbon CX fork for another $125. That's like 1/4th the price of the Cross Check and no Surly attitude.
02-05-13 | 10:18 AM
#132
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From: Moorhead, MN
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I think I'm just going to buy a Nashbar alloy touring frame for $99. I've been reading around and asking questions elsewhere. Those who have them say it rides like steel.
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02-05-13 | 11:06 AM
#133
Get off my lawn!
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Bikes: 1917 Loomis, 1923 Rudge, 1930 Hercules Renown, 1947 Mclean, 1948 JA Holland, 1955 Hetchins, 1957 Carlton Flyer, 1962 Raleigh Sport, 1978&81 Raleigh Gomp GS', 2010 Raliegh Clubman
I was looking at the Soma Doublecross but now I think I'm just going to buy a Nashbar alloy touring frame for $99. I've been reading around and asking questions elsewhere. Those who have them say it rides like steel. With their carbon CX fork for another $125. That's like 1/4th the price of the Cross Check and no Surly attitude.
This is better than watching Bonefishing in Keys!
02-05-13 | 12:56 PM
#136
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From: Ithaca, NY
Bikes: Click on the #YOLO
Looks like All-City is following suit (warning, some four-letter words in there):
https://allcitycycles.com/blog/why_we...s_on_our_bikes
https://allcitycycles.com/blog/why_we...s_on_our_bikes
02-05-13 | 01:20 PM
#139
one life on two wheels
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: St. Petersburg, FL
Looks like the foul language, immature bickering, and name calling has decided to leave Bike Forums, and is venturing out in search of greener pastures like actual bike company websites now!
Well done, gentlemen!
Well done, gentlemen!
02-05-13 | 01:32 PM
#140
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From: St. Louis
Bikes: 2011 Surly LHT, 2007 Specialized Roubaix, 2004 Giant Cypress, 1990 Simoncini Super Professional
Haha. I am definitely among their number.
OP, how's the customer service for your vintage frames?
FYI, I bought my Surly when a Jeep T-boned my vintage commuter, and I needed a replacement fast. I love it. (I have a sweet C&V road bike, but I wouldn't subject it to the daily commute.)
OP, how's the customer service for your vintage frames?
FYI, I bought my Surly when a Jeep T-boned my vintage commuter, and I needed a replacement fast. I love it. (I have a sweet C&V road bike, but I wouldn't subject it to the daily commute.)
02-05-13 | 02:27 PM
#141
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From: The Great Pacific NW
02-05-13 | 03:06 PM
#142
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Cottered Crank
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From: Chicago
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I don't want their garbage components. I've got boxes full of garbage components at home to make 4 bikes. I just want the frame...
02-05-13 | 03:17 PM
#143
Get off my lawn!
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From: The Garden State
Bikes: 1917 Loomis, 1923 Rudge, 1930 Hercules Renown, 1947 Mclean, 1948 JA Holland, 1955 Hetchins, 1957 Carlton Flyer, 1962 Raleigh Sport, 1978&81 Raleigh Gomp GS', 2010 Raliegh Clubman
Amesja
This is why I ride vintage frames
This is why I ride vintage frames
02-05-13 | 04:01 PM
#144
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Bikes: 2006 Raleigh Cadent 2.0, 2016 Trek Emonda ALR 6, 2015 Propel Advanced SL 2, 2000 K2 Zed SE
Because for someone who supposedly can't be bothered they certainly let their rage bubble into this thread constantly.
It's like OP expected everyone to Hulk out and got all surly when no one really joined in.
It's like OP expected everyone to Hulk out and got all surly when no one really joined in.
02-05-13 | 04:03 PM
#145
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Cottered Crank
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From: Chicago
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02-05-13 | 04:56 PM
#147
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From: near north side
02-05-13 | 05:28 PM
#149
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Cottered Crank
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From: Chicago
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