lvleph

This doesn't explain why straps and not clips.

Scrodzilla

Maybe you should try them so you have somewhat of an understanding.

Dcv

The grip feels right to me, the downward part is similar angle to tops of track drops (excuse to post another picture). Like Scrod said leverage on out of saddle climbs / sprints. I reach out on the tips when trying to get aero on flats. Honestly the way it looks plays a big part too. That picture was on a 35 mile ride today, beautiful out and felt comfortable on this set up.

devalious

Sebster

reflector pedals + hed = badass!
dunno bout the celeste tape though

20inchesoflove

i want a zona too!! thanks

these are panaracer t-serv protecs in the 700x35c variety

i kind wish they had, but i love the avid shorty ultimates i'm rockin instead

lies

it's a 59cm, i went back and forth with jeff from all-city on what the proper size would be since when i ordered my frame not one within a few states of nj had one yet for me to try. i'm 6'3 with a 32.4" inseam. i'm all torso and i've had a few back injuries in my day. i bend in the middle of my back, not at my hips, which is why the bars are level with saddle. i like the slight upright stance i get.

I am mechanic and bicycle fitter for a living, it's perfect, so perfect that i copied the positioning on this to 2 of my other bikes.

i wont get into a fitting debate, but i notice a lot on this thread and a few others of people saying "that frame doesn't fit right" it is impossible to determine a proper fit from a picture, unless it's obvious like a lay back post with the saddle slid all the way back or ******ly high bars/stem... even then, everyone has a preference for what they prefer to ride. one thing i've learned over my years of fitting if that nothing is set in stone or right, everyone is different.

puppypilgrim

My fleet of SS\FG. Only fixed gear is the Kilo on the far right. The rest are singlespeeds.



Pacific Carryme - an ultra portable class of bike made by Pacific Cycles. A good quality build but the small wheels and narrow chain are buzzy. Suitable for slow, sight seeing type rides in well paved areas.



Dahon Helios P8 (formerly 8 speeds) neutered into a singlespeed. For a while here this was my work horse. Fendered, racked and panniered, it folds into trunk of a car and is suitable for bicycle commuting and multi-modal commuting. I cut the handlebars narrower to fit my body.



Softride beam suspension bicycle. Picked up the frameset, carbon fork, stem and 650c wheels off Craigslist for $100 then built the bike up. It is fairly light, nimble, VERY fast to accelerate and climbs like a scalded cat. I have concerns over the longevity of the carbon beam as it is no longer made nor supported by the manufacturer. As a road bike it is EXTREMELY comfortable with little to no road buzz and beautiful cushioning of the rider due to the beam. I would seriously replace this bike with either a Titanflex or Air friday when its time. Comparing the Softride with the Kilo, the Softride accelerates faster and turns quicker. It does not feel as stable as the Kilo in a straight line.

The stem is protruding up top as I am trying an adjustment which lowers the handlebars more than my previous setup following the advice of Dave Moulton expressed here: https://davesbikeblog.squarespace.com...-position.html



One reason for the Softride's quickness: light tires. These are supposed to weight around 184 grams. They ride well without being harsh. Have not flatted on them during my commute yet.



The Softride's carbon beam.









Softride's cockpit with bike computer.

pyze-guy

I want to ride this bike so badly.

20inchesoflove

softride is dope

cc700

wheelies for days

HFTB

i'm imagining that up a hill.

91MF

Sebster

+1 respect

thirdgenbird

every time i see a breed or all city i second guess my bianchi. i rode it twice this weekend and it actually got cleaner it was muddy but i rode it through a light mist and wet grass.

91MF:

what gear ratio are you running in that slop?

91MF

dont get me wrong, i love my breed.... but no fender or rack mounts. im actually thinking about selling and getting a zona nature boy. i'd like a more versatile bike.

today was awesome/hell. 60kms mixed rural road, fire road, farm field, rail trail, single and double track. ~3deg C. 45kmh crosswinds. hail and sleet. mud over my ankles. 3hrs flat. not bad i guess for my first time in the mud. beer tastes good.

thirdgenbird

i do like the eyelets and semi-horizontal dropouts on my bianchi (no brake adjustments when flipping wheel)

thirdgenbird

i still wanna know your gear ratio

Lilcphoto

looks too clean.

91MF

42/16. made some of the less slippy climbs hard but it was so muddy i was shouldering the bike for sure everywhere else. figured a bit bigger gear would let me get in the drops and crush souls[lulz] on the road and gravel sections. worked out pretty decent.

Jandro 

I had them lying around. I was actually going to switch bottle holders with my roadbike, but my saddlebag gets in the way. So I guess no particular reason except I already had it and didn't want to buy new cages at the time

waanfiride

suggestions on a really understated frame? Something simple and elegant? Preferably no decals or whatever.

I think I'll probably kopp one of those meaty looking frames (either another visp (cheap option), moto team track (less cheap option), or a fuji) for a "I'm in a balls to the walls mood" bike, but I'm really looking for something fun and comfy. I wonder if I should re-build up my kilo to be less fruity. My roomie might have 100% adopted that bike though.

Why are bikes as addictive as meth?

adriano 

we are programmed to crave buying useless junk.

illdthedj

today $34 softshells at the clymb. https://www.theclymb.com/invite-from/AdrianoAdriano

waanfiride

I did it, partially for the lulz.

hamish5178

Minus the gold cranks/chainring that's actually a great looking bike.