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Originally Posted by qsteve
(Post 15602443)
I have talked to the guy and set up a time to go see the bike.
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Originally Posted by qsteve
(Post 15602443)
As far as fit, I will obviously try it out and see how it feels, but since I am new to biking, I'm not sure how much I will be able to figure out in a few minutes in a parking lot. I know that stand over height is not as important as top tube length, but with a short inseam (less than 30 in), there will probably be some actual contact. I'm not too worried about that though, as long as it's not too severe.
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So, I finally got to meet up with the guy yesterday and check out the bike. In my humble, beginner opinion, the bike was in very nice condition. Seemed like it was well taken care of. I rode it and it seemed to it me well, so I bought it. I will post pictures here soon. Thanks to everyone for the advice!
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Congrats. Ride a lot. |
Originally Posted by qsteve
(Post 15616664)
So, I finally got to meet up with the guy yesterday and check out the bike. In my humble, beginner opinion, the bike was in very nice condition. Seemed like it was well taken care of. I rode it and it seemed to it me well, so I bought it. I will post pictures here soon. Thanks to everyone for the advice!
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Congrulations qsteve. That looks like a nice bike. It should last many years.
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Thanks gerv, you guys helped me decide to finally pull the trigger. I am really happy with the bike. The guy had pretty much everything I need to start riding - helmet, lights, tools, bags, patches, etc. The fit is good, and I think I will feel very comfortable on it. I am excited to start my biking journey!
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qsteve - congratulations that bike is in great shape. I'm sure you've already done this but level the saddle and you may try sliding it back on the rails a bit. Also, don't be shy about experimenting with rotating the bars.
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Nice bike, congratulations!!
Agree that the bike looks in excellent shape. You did really well. Once you have the fit dialed in, you'll discover the bike rides really nice, even on chip seal and rough roads. Have fun.... |
Originally Posted by gerv
(Post 15618091)
Congrulations qsteve. That looks like a nice bike. It should last many years.
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great looking bike....love the color
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Originally Posted by qsteve
(Post 15618286)
Thanks gerv, you guys helped me decide to finally pull the trigger. I am really happy with the bike. The guy had pretty much everything I need to start riding - helmet, lights, tools, bags, patches, etc. The fit is good, and I think I will feel very comfortable on it. I am excited to start my biking journey!
Put many miles on it yet ? |
Originally Posted by AusTexMurf
(Post 15632531)
How is your Masi working out for you so far ?
Put many miles on it yet ? |
http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment...1&d=1368365192
That's some seriously bad French and even worse Italian. |
I thought Kenda was Italian for flat tire.
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Originally Posted by gerv
(Post 15638173)
I thought Kenda was Italian for flat tire.
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Originally Posted by gerv
(Post 15638173)
I thought Kenda was Italian for flat tire.
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I'd second that Masi's are a screaming good deal, and very well made. I've been riding one of their "fixed drop speciales" for a couple of months and am incredibly impressed.
Not light, but very comfortable and great geometry to ride hard. Their paint schemes are a little funky, though.... :-) |
Great touring bike.
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Originally Posted by ThermionicScott
(Post 15595302)
That came out a little snarkier than I intended... just felt like it might be on the small side for the average 5'8" person, so the OP ought to at least try out that beautiful bike before committing to buy. :thumb:
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