Eighth Inch Scrambler as Commuter?
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Eighth Inch Scrambler as Commuter?
I currently commute using a single speed (perhaps fixed in the future) old road bike conversion. The problem is the frame is a little large for me, and I'm having a hell of a time finding a smaller old road frame. I was thinking about maybe purchasing the Eighth Inch Scrambler frame. Whats the consensus on using the Eighth Inch as a general commuter bike? I don't really intend on doing tricks, or racing, just getting from point A to point B. Is there any reason why a track frame may be uncomfortable, or wrong (besides the uncoolness) for around town use? The only problem I see is that I may need to get clip on fenders if I use a rack, anything else?
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Joined: Jul 2009
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From: Fairfield, California
Bikes: 1979 Nishiki International, 1989 Dahon folder, 1999 Nishiki Backroads, 2009 Dawes SST
The V2 has just come out, so there is no long term data on it. Here is the thread on the new V2
https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/565514-eighthinch-com-v2-scrambler-frame-opinions.html
We just had a Group Buy and they are all getting built up as well here...
https://www.bikeforums.net/group-buy/572426-eighthinch-scrambler-group-buy-110-a.html
https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/565514-eighthinch-com-v2-scrambler-frame-opinions.html
We just had a Group Buy and they are all getting built up as well here...
https://www.bikeforums.net/group-buy/572426-eighthinch-scrambler-group-buy-110-a.html
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Bike Ninja
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 201
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From: Alexandria, VA
Bikes: Eighth Inch Scrambler V2, Scott Sub 20
I commute about 3 times a week on the scramler v2. Not tooooo far. It is about 3.5 miles one way. The Eighthinch frame is awesome and pretty cheap
Last edited by Dr Fu Manchu; 12-10-09 at 01:22 PM.
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From: Walnut Creek, CA
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here's mine. Gearing is 46x17. It's perfect for where I live, but I don't have any steep hills or anything.
here's mine. Gearing is 46x17. It's perfect for where I live, but I don't have any steep hills or anything.




