I am looking to maybe get a new bike (single spee of course) as i have jsut been hit again with the ss bug. I want to get an all around SS but mainly a commuter, one to go to class/the store/ and work. I am 18 looking for something cheap and thought that the Scott Sportster converted might not be bad. I was thinking of getting one ( i found an '07 Sportster P6 for $199) and adding a Surly singleator, and some bullhorn bars. Anyone have this bike/something similar. Would it suffice for a cheap beater/townie? thanks

You could go older and cheaper, Get something with horizontal drop-outs, not need the singleator, and have the option of running fixed or SS.

I just have problems finding the right frame and stuff. Ebay is alright but such over priced frames taht are just garbage.

just keep an eye out for good bikes on craigslist to convert. and junk stores, grage/estate sales, garbage days, etc. you'll find something. i found my old raleigh one morning set out with the bulk trash.