ss/fg frame with rackmounts like woah
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What do you mean?
I actually re-checked this because the One Way has probably fallen through (so sad...); he can only get them in 55cm, and the 08 is 1) substantially more expensive and 2) practically covered in brooks leather which i want nothing to do with.
Do IRO make anything which accomodates the requirements discussed above?
incidentally, i've fallen in love with the idea of 700 x 35mm wheels.
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Tony from IRO?
What do you mean?
I actually re-checked this because the One Way has probably fallen through; he can only get them in 55cm, and the 08 is 1) more expensive and 2) practically covered in brooks leather which i want nothing to do with.
Do IRO make anything which accomodate the requirements discussed above?
incidentally, i've fallen in love with the idea of 700 x 35mm wheels.
What do you mean?
I actually re-checked this because the One Way has probably fallen through; he can only get them in 55cm, and the 08 is 1) more expensive and 2) practically covered in brooks leather which i want nothing to do with.
Do IRO make anything which accomodate the requirements discussed above?
incidentally, i've fallen in love with the idea of 700 x 35mm wheels.
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i only live ~15 minutes from the grocery store(s) in my area. i have more fun riding fixed than free, and my girlfriend has only ever ridden fixed, so i figure why not.
plus with a front+rear brake, i have all kinds of stopping options. no reason not to, when it comes down to it.
plus with a front+rear brake, i have all kinds of stopping options. no reason not to, when it comes down to it.
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I agree that the San Jose would be a good option. If you want a rack up front, but don't have the eyelets, check out CETMA racks. Have you thought about using an Xtracycle?
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i only live ~15 minutes from the grocery store(s) in my area. i have more fun riding fixed than free, and my girlfriend has only ever ridden fixed, so i figure why not.
plus with a front+rear brake, i have all kinds of stopping options. no reason not to, when it comes down to it.
plus with a front+rear brake, i have all kinds of stopping options. no reason not to, when it comes down to it.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/584306367.html
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Cool. How about converting this? Both could ride as it is unisex. It has eyelets for fenders and a rear rack is easily secured by p-clamps.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/584306367.html
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bik/584306367.html
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i'd rather start with something made for the job.
i'd have to replace too much on that bike for it to be worthwhile-- it'd just end up being a $120 heavy frame.
i'm specifically looking to buy a commuter/touring style singlespeed with a frame for the job and components to match.
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seems i can get the one way for 650... much more than the initial 450, so i have motivation to look at other stuff, but it's still a strong contender. really a pretty good buy, even with the 200 price increase.
i'd have to replace too much on that bike for it to be worthwhile-- it'd just end up being a $120 heavy frame.
i'm specifically looking to buy a commuter/touring style singlespeed with a frame for the job and components to match.
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seems i can get the one way for 650... much more than the initial 450, so i have motivation to look at other stuff, but it's still a strong contender. really a pretty good buy, even with the 200 price increase.
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Spooki, something completely different you might want to consider is a BOB or other form of trailer. I know a couple of guys who use them to haul all kinds of stuff with fg bikes, and who did a fixed tour with them last summer. With a rubbermaid container you have a completely waterproof "trunk" you can use to even haul stuff like computers. And, brand new they're only around $300---a nice cheap way to get serious cargo capability.
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that's actually really nice, but you're right, a bit on the pricier side for a util bike. then again, i'll probably be using this around once a week, which might warrant more of an investment...
def. something to consider, thanks.
ed: "$600 which includes frame, a fork, fenders painted to match, headset and seatpost"
really not all that expensive...
def. something to consider, thanks.
ed: "$600 which includes frame, a fork, fenders painted to match, headset and seatpost"
really not all that expensive...
Personally, I'd still get the bike and just put a TT/DT protector at that location.
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Spooki, something completely different you might want to consider is a BOB or other form of trailer. I know a couple of guys who use them to haul all kinds of stuff with fg bikes, and who did a fixed tour with them last summer. With a rubbermaid container you have a completely waterproof "trunk" you can use to even haul stuff like computers. And, brand new they're only around $300---a nice cheap way to get serious cargo capability.
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anyone know anything about the trek soho s? here's some highlights:
- front and rear rack mounts
- 450mm chainstays
- front/rear brake
- $550 msrp (which means much less in real world prices)
it's not quite the "look" i was expecting (i'm hoping moustache bars and baskets will mask the ugly), but quite frankly it seems to fit the bill nicely and at a good price.
i'm curious about 1) fender clearance (there has to be, right? i mean, there's fender mounts...), 2) the width of tire it'll take (i'm hoping for 32+), and 3) how an aluminum frame will work with a load of groceries (i'm sure it'll be ok, but i don't know from touring).
- front and rear rack mounts
- 450mm chainstays
- front/rear brake
- $550 msrp (which means much less in real world prices)
it's not quite the "look" i was expecting (i'm hoping moustache bars and baskets will mask the ugly), but quite frankly it seems to fit the bill nicely and at a good price.
i'm curious about 1) fender clearance (there has to be, right? i mean, there's fender mounts...), 2) the width of tire it'll take (i'm hoping for 32+), and 3) how an aluminum frame will work with a load of groceries (i'm sure it'll be ok, but i don't know from touring).
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like any other fixed gear bicycle.
it has rear dropouts and track bolts...
(not sure i understand yr question)
while we're on the topic, the bike comes with:
Wheels Alloy flip flop high flange hubs; alloy rims
Tires Bontrager Race Lite, puncture resistant, 700x28c; 60 tpi
Anyone know if the frame will accomodate 30 or 32 mm setup?
it has rear dropouts and track bolts...
(not sure i understand yr question)
while we're on the topic, the bike comes with:
Wheels Alloy flip flop high flange hubs; alloy rims
Tires Bontrager Race Lite, puncture resistant, 700x28c; 60 tpi
Anyone know if the frame will accomodate 30 or 32 mm setup?
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I asked because I saw a picture of a Soho 4.0 with a Shimano Alfine 8 hub - which needs chain tensioning - but it had vertical dropouts.
Here it is
(you can mouseover the picture and get a magnified image on the right)
Here it is
(you can mouseover the picture and get a magnified image on the right)
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I asked because I saw a picture of a Soho 4.0 with a Shimano Alfine 8 hub - which needs chain tensioning - but it had vertical dropouts.
Here it is
(you can mouseover the picture and get a magnified image on the right)
Here it is
(you can mouseover the picture and get a magnified image on the right)
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that's interesting.
but yeah, i'm looking to p/u the soho s, not the 4.0.
but yeah, i'm looking to p/u the soho s, not the 4.0.
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Ugh, that bike looks like it was welded with a tube of toothpaste. Maybe it's alright, but details like that make me wonder.
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I'm still wondering, from a technical POW about the tensioning in the case of the Soho 4.0.
Anyone? Could it have EBB? I checked the specs list, and nothing indicates it uses EBB.
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Ant Bikes. Of course, they're crazy expensive, but dammit, they're pretty.
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