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Singlespeed & Fixed Gear "I still feel that variable gears are only for people over forty-five. Isn't it better to triumph by the strength of your muscles than by the artifice of a derailer? We are getting soft...As for me, give me a fixed gear!"-- Henri Desgrange (31 January 1865 - 16 August 1940)

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Old 03-08-12 | 10:37 AM
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So I'm deciding between buying a 2010 black fuji feather or a kilo tt custom paint (cause I want the brakes) but I can't really tell what's the better deal. Also, I can get them both for $400. Right now I'm leaning towards the fuji feather but really only because these forums tend to bash Bikes Direct. What would you guys get and why?

Also is it me or is the 2010 black fuji feather just kinda bland?

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Old 03-08-12 | 11:06 AM
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Are you kidding? This forum will recommend any Kilo TT over a Fuji Feather anyday. So there is your answer.
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Old 03-08-12 | 11:23 AM
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Kilo TT, yes
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Old 03-08-12 | 11:26 AM
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Old 03-08-12 | 11:44 AM
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**** a Feather!
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Old 03-08-12 | 09:09 PM
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Thanks for the feedback! Kilo TT it is. But I'm worried about one last thing: is the track geometry of the TT hard on the neck and shoulders after long rides? Does that only happen if you have the wrong fit? Or is it something your body adapts to?
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Old 03-08-12 | 09:49 PM
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Old 03-09-12 | 09:49 AM
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Just ask Sheldon Brown for this: https://sheldonbrown.com/pain.html

However: your back and your neck should start to adjust riding in the drops. Don't think you can just jump in and ride for hours, it'll take a bit to get used to. But for a more proper answer refer to the pro-bro's on this forum.
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Old 03-09-12 | 11:49 AM
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KiloTT is not track geometry at all. Kilo will be very comfortable for street.
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Old 03-09-12 | 11:54 AM
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kilo tt is a way better bike.

plus it looks better.
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Old 03-09-12 | 12:19 PM
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Old 03-09-12 | 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by cc700
kilo tt is a way better bike.

plus it looks better after you replace the seat, seatpost, cranks, wheels, pedals, handlebars, headset, stem and get a threaded fork.
FTFY, hehe
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Old 03-13-12 | 04:47 PM
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Well, I ended up getting neither of the bikes lol. Just ordered a Motobecane Messenger. You guys still helped me out though on my current choice so thank you!
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Old 03-13-12 | 04:52 PM
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Still a good bike, congrats.
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