Looking for a basic/cheap 2nd bike
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Looking for a basic/cheap 2nd bike
Hi,
I am thinking about a second bike and would like to keep it in the office , for random /lunch/after work rides. I have my main bike that I use on weekends etc, and started thinking about getting something like this - Vice 2.0 Bicycle : Fixie & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Or maybe this - https://www.wiggle.com/quella-varsity...-cambridge-20/ ?
Would this be a good singlespeed bike? I can't tell what size the chainring and rear sprocket is, are there options?
Any recommendations for ready to go/off the shelf cheap singlespeed bikes under $400 if at all possible ? Doesn't have to come with saddle/tires/handlebars to keep the cost down as I'll supply my own.
Thanks much!
I am thinking about a second bike and would like to keep it in the office , for random /lunch/after work rides. I have my main bike that I use on weekends etc, and started thinking about getting something like this - Vice 2.0 Bicycle : Fixie & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Or maybe this - https://www.wiggle.com/quella-varsity...-cambridge-20/ ?
Would this be a good singlespeed bike? I can't tell what size the chainring and rear sprocket is, are there options?
Any recommendations for ready to go/off the shelf cheap singlespeed bikes under $400 if at all possible ? Doesn't have to come with saddle/tires/handlebars to keep the cost down as I'll supply my own.
Thanks much!
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Bikes: '86 Madison + '86 Prelude + '93 Mulitrack + '20 Cross Check
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Nagrom - haha, sure will post it tomorrow .
Any thoughts on Aventon Mataro? Is the seatpost issue an old issue or still going on? It looks like the frame with fork can be purchased new for under $250 shipped.
Any thoughts on Aventon Mataro? Is the seatpost issue an old issue or still going on? It looks like the frame with fork can be purchased new for under $250 shipped.
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Found one in the "autocross" trim - 
So, I am seriously looking into getting the Aventon Cordoba frame alone and building it up. Is it worth it, they are going for $150 now shipped!
My current Fuji is size 52, and the only option I have with the Cordoba is a 49 or 58. I am thinking obviously a 49 but I can't find any geometry specs of the frame. Top tube length?
I do like that it's got a provision for rear brake so that's good.
So, I am seriously looking into getting the Aventon Cordoba frame alone and building it up. Is it worth it, they are going for $150 now shipped!
My current Fuji is size 52, and the only option I have with the Cordoba is a 49 or 58. I am thinking obviously a 49 but I can't find any geometry specs of the frame. Top tube length?
I do like that it's got a provision for rear brake so that's good.
Last edited by e30jean; 03-20-16 at 06:43 PM.
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They have fixed the seatpost and finally admitied the fork snapping issue is their fault and have since changed its design as well.
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