Best fixie under 1200$
12-08-14 | 12:51 PM
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Best fixie under 1200$
Hey everyone!
So my Fixie adventure started out with a bad turn..
I went to Amsterdam to pick up a 'fixie' with a flip flop hub for 180$ (almost free).
But.... it was packed into a box and I was not able to see a show model, so after assembling all the components: it turned out to be a normal bike, and yes here we go, no flip flop hub.
It was to good to be true, but a nice try
Right now I'm thinking about getting my first fixie but not a cheap one: my budget = 1200$
Pretty tricky but I'm just loving them already and I did not even touch them.
So what do you guys advice me?
Please drop all your models, types and brands.
I saw these models and they look awesome to me!
6061 Black Label Matte Black Bicycle : Fixie Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Galaxy Edition Bicycle : Fixies & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Day 3: Contender + Cycling Kit | State Bicycle Co.
https://www.purefixcycles.com/produc...e-black-fixie#
Santa Fixie. Koop de Cypress Titan in het zwart. Cypress Bikes
Peace!
So my Fixie adventure started out with a bad turn..
I went to Amsterdam to pick up a 'fixie' with a flip flop hub for 180$ (almost free).
But.... it was packed into a box and I was not able to see a show model, so after assembling all the components: it turned out to be a normal bike, and yes here we go, no flip flop hub.
It was to good to be true, but a nice try
Right now I'm thinking about getting my first fixie but not a cheap one: my budget = 1200$
Pretty tricky but I'm just loving them already and I did not even touch them.
So what do you guys advice me?
Please drop all your models, types and brands.
I saw these models and they look awesome to me!
6061 Black Label Matte Black Bicycle : Fixie Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Galaxy Edition Bicycle : Fixies & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Day 3: Contender + Cycling Kit | State Bicycle Co.
https://www.purefixcycles.com/produc...e-black-fixie#
Santa Fixie. Koop de Cypress Titan in het zwart. Cypress Bikes
Peace!
12-08-14 | 12:55 PM
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12-08-14 | 12:58 PM
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What style are you looking for exactly? I have a 2013 TK3, and I love it. Drilled for a front brake if needed. That is a pretty healthy budget I would think so you could get quite a bike for the money.
Tk3 (Available in 650c) - Felt Bicycles
Tk3 (Available in 650c) - Felt Bicycles
12-08-14 | 01:09 PM
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What style are you looking for exactly? I have a 2013 TK3, and I love it. Drilled for a front brake if needed. That is a pretty healthy budget I would think so you could get quite a bike for the money.
Tk3 (Available in 650c) - Felt Bicycles
Tk3 (Available in 650c) - Felt Bicycles
I'm really loving matte black coloured versions, but of course: quality is more important then design.
12-08-14 | 01:30 PM
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You could build up your own bike- this is a great deal on a frameset
725 Frame Set (2014) - Close-Out Specials - Shop | Leader Bike LLC
this Aventon looks like a deal
Aventon Mataro Fixed Gear Track Bike
725 Frame Set (2014) - Close-Out Specials - Shop | Leader Bike LLC
this Aventon looks like a deal
Aventon Mataro Fixed Gear Track Bike
12-08-14 | 02:32 PM
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Nice!!
The Soma Rush frame is another that can be built up with great components and still come in under your budget.
The EAI Bareknuckle is another. check here --> Retrogression
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12-08-14 | 02:34 PM
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12-08-14 | 10:25 PM
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I give a +1 to the Wabi.
[h=2]https://www.wabicycles.com/Lightning-SE_bike_spec.html[/h]I rode a similar bike for about 1000 miles this summer and I loved it. Just great fun.
Ride Safe,
Joe
[h=2]https://www.wabicycles.com/Lightning-SE_bike_spec.html[/h]I rode a similar bike for about 1000 miles this summer and I loved it. Just great fun.
Ride Safe,
Joe
12-09-14 | 08:12 AM
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12-09-14 | 09:34 AM
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6061 Black Label Matte Black Bicycle : Fixie Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Galaxy Edition Bicycle : Fixies & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Day 3: Contender + Cycling Kit | State Bicycle Co.
https://www.purefixcycles.com/produc...e-black-fixie#
Santa Fixie. Koop de Cypress Titan in het zwart. Cypress Bikes
Galaxy Edition Bicycle : Fixies & Fixed Gear Bikes | State Bicycle Co.
Day 3: Contender + Cycling Kit | State Bicycle Co.
https://www.purefixcycles.com/produc...e-black-fixie#
Santa Fixie. Koop de Cypress Titan in het zwart. Cypress Bikes
12-10-14 | 08:03 AM
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Best is a very subjective term.
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12-10-14 | 09:08 AM
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12-10-14 | 09:13 AM
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Get a leader and be done with it, they look good, ride great, hold up well and heck Scrod sells/rides them.
12-10-14 | 09:23 AM
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I would concur on the Leader (based on absolutely no experience with them...), they are also readily available in the Netherlands.
On the other hand, I "made" an imaginary 725 with parts from Retrogression and totaled 1778$, without labor....
On the other hand, I "made" an imaginary 725 with parts from Retrogression and totaled 1778$, without labor....
12-10-14 | 12:08 PM
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From: Union County, NJ
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OP gave no info as to how this bike will be used.
HOY Fiorenzuola Track Bike - HOY Bikes | Developed by Sir Chris Hoy £675
Dolan Bikes - Dolan Pre-Cursa Track Bike £450
Those two companies are based in England. Not sure how shipping would work for you, but I figured that may bring the cost of shipping or duties down compared to some Bike's Direct bike, or something of the sort. Both bikes listed above are of better quality than anything you listed in the OP.
HOY Fiorenzuola Track Bike - HOY Bikes | Developed by Sir Chris Hoy £675
Dolan Bikes - Dolan Pre-Cursa Track Bike £450
Those two companies are based in England. Not sure how shipping would work for you, but I figured that may bring the cost of shipping or duties down compared to some Bike's Direct bike, or something of the sort. Both bikes listed above are of better quality than anything you listed in the OP.
12-11-14 | 09:13 AM
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