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Old 10-06-08 | 03:23 PM
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testing the water

Hi all

Just starting to think about getting a single speed and was wondering if this cheap bike was a ok one to test the waters with?

https://www.unipackuk.co.uk/track-bikes_roadcourier.html

Also for the UK readers, has anyone dealt with this company before?

Thanks in advance for your comments

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Old 10-06-08 | 03:34 PM
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I like how they give you the seat tube degree--
I like everything except those wheels--- not good for hard street mess. style riding--
otherwise good starter... cheers.... get familiar with real track bike geometry.
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Old 10-06-08 | 03:35 PM
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I believe there have been some other posts about the same bike available in the UK on ebay. I think one issue to keep in mind with that bike is that its made of high-tensile steel. It may be possible to find a better bike for around the same price made of a better material (such as double-butted Cro-moly), which can make for an overall lighter, more enjoyable ride.
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