Recommendations on first Single Speed purchase
 

Hey there folks...brand new to the board.

I'm looking at purchasing a new Single Speed bike to use for inner city travel instead of my MTB. I like the styling & simplicity of SS bikes, but don't know a whole lot about them, or which ones are better than others.

I've been doing some online research, as well as visiting a few local shops, and I have come up with a list of bikes that have caught my eye. Would love if some more knowledgeable folks could let me know if any these bikes are good/bad, and perhaps maybe some suggestions as to what else out there might fall into the same category. I do know a couple things - I don't want drop bars (prefer flat or risers) and I definitely want a freewheel rear hub.

Here's what I've come across so far:

• Globe Roll 2
• Masi Fixed LTD / Riser / Flat / Uno
• Felt Brougham / Gridloc
• Scott Sub 45
• Norco Spade / Heart
• Bianchi Pista
• Kromica Shadow / Beetle
• State (pretty much every model)
• Haro Objekt
• Trek 5th District / Soho S
• Marin Dominican / Inverness

inb4 Kilo TT

Kilo TT and buy risers and a freewheel.

Kilo TT

Well, the Bianchi-

justkiddingkilott

tell us how many miles on average you'll be riding and what's your budget...

They're all nice bikes. The Kilo TT has a good reputation on the forums, but it's not hugely better than any of the ones you have listed, mostly just cheaper. You should buy whichever bike you like the most because you have to ride it everyday so you gotta love it. Purchasing it from a local bike shop that knows their stuff and you can go to with questions would also be beneficial to the novice. They also might give you a better deal if you talk to them about it. Personally I like the looks of the Masi, and can't complain about the Bianchi Pista (I own one), it is an excellent bike that takes well to upgrading and looks good with a lot of different components.

Don't get the State. BFSSFG will make fun of you forever. Basically if you get it, it means that you were willing to pay too much money for a bike with a poor reputation for the sake of fancy colors. I don't know anyone who has one so I can't really say but the Kilo TT will have reliable components and a good frame for much less money.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/763367-Uhmm....

No!!!! :p

The Bianchi Pista is an excellent choice.

Looking for fixed gear, must be freewheel :(
http://i.imgur.com/0eh5W.jpg
(kilo tt)

Specialized Langster?

But yeah.. what kind of riding are you looking to do?

City? Trail/Path? Long distance road (over 50 miles)? Grocery store and back? Everything?

The Globe Roll 2 and the Bianchi Pista are both really nice quality bikes and ive ridden both and experienced them. I also have a friend who has a State and its not too bad from what I hear from him but if you have the money to get a Pista or Globe id choose that over the State anyday.

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presidential meeting on secret development of the kilo tt as economic stimulus plan
(i'm in a giffy mood today)

Windsor Essex

You're right, I should have included the intended usage for the bike. I plan on using it for basic inner-city commutes. Ride it to work at the bar...ride it to campus, etc... It's only a few KM each way to both, so nothing too lengthy. Perhaps the occasional leisurely ride down the bike paths. If I really want to go for a lengthy ride I'll just haul out the MTB and ride that. My price range is in the $800 CDN and under. One LBS has their Globe Roll II's on sale for $650...which is what I'm kinda leaning towards atm.

ive gotta vote bianchi pista all the way... a classic, and a darn sexy one at that! however, you would def wanna have the front fork drilled for a brake since you're new to fixed gear

Madison.....'11 or newer.

That much is certain...whatever I buy will have brakes

And I must say....I also really like the look of the Pista Dalmine

fixed.

Get a Kilo TT, everyone here got at least 2

Get a Kilo TT. Change the pedals and saddle. Mount Michelin Krylions at the first puncture of the OEM tires. Live happily ever after. Oh yeah and install at least the front brake.

Any recommendations as to where one can buy a Kilo TT in Canada?

The internet are your options.

(you will never see one in a bike shop)