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Eighth Inch Scrambler as Commuter?

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Old 09-12-09 | 09:36 AM
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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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Old 09-12-09 | 09:38 AM
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Here: https://www.eighthinch.com/scrambler_frame.html
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Old 09-12-09 | 10:37 AM
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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
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Old 09-12-09 | 11:04 PM
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I was in on the group buy and built it up as a single speed. I only commute a few miles but it's pretty nice to ride. It's pretty light and easy to get up your speed too.

I could show you pics if you want.
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Old 09-23-09 | 12:02 AM
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i ride my scrambler everywhere, including commuting back and forth. its light, cheap, and durable. mines fixed but it would work just as well as a single speed. what more could you want
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Old 09-23-09 | 12:14 AM
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Post up pics if you have yours build up!
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Old 09-23-09 | 06:06 AM
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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

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Old 09-23-09 | 10:38 PM
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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.
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Old 09-24-09 | 10:19 AM
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I commute about 20 miles a day, 6 days a week in SF, for the last year. You'll be fine.
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