Single speed - anyone with experience ?
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I wouldn't describe the Flyer as 'agressive', but completely see that's a personal thing.0
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TomB1960 wrote:I wouldn't describe the Flyer as 'agressive', but completely see that's a personal thing.
its a nice bike. do you have one ?
I find the genesis bikes have low handlebars in a 'race bike' mode. this position I describe as aggressive for me, but its probably not the best word to describe it.
I am still deciding between three bikes:
- Genesis Day 02
- Sirrus Elite
- Langster London
- Allez Sport (with brake extensions fitted)
I think the new Langster is the most likely. I will be able to try all the sizes at my LBS on Sunday. It combines lightness with a good position for me and I like the brakes on the bar (not the drop). Although the discounting on the 07 Allez sport is tempting.0 -
i'm sure they would swap them for low-profile bars if you want.
the sirrus elite and genesis day are very similar...
do you have a geared bike already?0 -
peejay78 wrote:i'm sure they would swap them for low-profile bars if you want.
the sirrus elite and genesis day are very similar...
do you have a geared bike already?
I have a cheap mountain bike. I used to have an expensive one but I didn't use it for a period so sold it to my brother. Now I am getting fat (approaching the wrong side of 40) and I really need to exercise. I like cycling and swimming so I want to get a fun bike. I want a light one as I plan to try and visit family in the area by cycling and not driving. A fat b******d like me can go further in a lighter bike.
The genesis Day series is actually quite a bit lighter then the sirrus series. But the handlebars are lower, the frame is slightly shorter and the seat is quite hard.
When I ride geared bikes I generally only use one or two gears as I find changing them a hassle and I find it disconcerting when the rpm:mph ratio changes. It just doesn't seem worth it to pay £100-£200 for gears I don't use. I also think ss bikes are better for general exercise.
If I was commuting seriously I would probably buy the new 2008 Sirrus pro (carbon) as its the best bike for comfort and lightness, but at £1,300 I couldn't justify it just for exercise rides every 2 days.0 -
if i was you i'd think about getting something light and quick with gears - because it opens up the possibility of doing longer rides at the weekends in a way that ss doesn't...0
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peejay78 wrote:if i was you i'd think about getting something light and quick with gears - because it opens up the possibility of doing longer rides at the weekends in a way that ss doesn't...
interesting point
but I feel like a bit of graft. I figured that if I only get short distances in then ss will be more exercise bang for buck. Not really interested in very long distances as my wife has a bike-phobia, so there is no chance of family cycling, which is a shame.0 -
go out early in the mornings, do a few miles, back before the family wake up!
you can always go geared later if/when you get really into it.
let us know what you choose...0 -
Does anyone know if any of the entry level single speeds can take proper mudguards? I want to commute on one all through winter.<a><img></a>0
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genesis can, i think. not sure about the spazz langster.
my fuji can't.
the pompino can, all the way.
i use race blades.0 -
I could use race blades, but find they're a bit of a faff to fit. I can't even fit them to my road bike because of the shape of the rear triangle's carbon tubes.<a><img></a>0
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