Cyclocross for commuting
dancook
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http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOPICKCX1/on-one-pickenflick-sram-cx1-cyclocross-bike
Thinking of this with upgraded wheelset "HED Ardennes Plus SL Centerlock Disc Road Wheelset"
For commuting and leisure, trying to generally keep off busy roads in favour of tracks and cycle paths.
Total would be £2,214.97 with a couple of bottle holders.
Any thoughts?
Thinking of this with upgraded wheelset "HED Ardennes Plus SL Centerlock Disc Road Wheelset"
For commuting and leisure, trying to generally keep off busy roads in favour of tracks and cycle paths.
Total would be £2,214.97 with a couple of bottle holders.
Any thoughts?
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Why not? If you can afford it and have somewhere secure to keep it at work it would be fine. Lots of people commute on CX type bikes.0
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http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOPICKCX1/on-one-pickenflick-sram-cx1-cyclocross-bike
Thinking of this with upgraded wheelset "HED Ardennes Plus SL Centerlock Disc Road Wheelset"
For commuting and leisure, trying to generally keep off busy roads in favour of tracks and cycle paths.
Total would be £2,214.97 with a couple of bottle holders.
Any thoughts?
Do you need/want mudguards?My blog: http://www.roubaixcycling.cc (kit reviews and other musings)
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Do you need/want mudguards?
I don't like to spoil the asthetics, but it's a possibility.
Also I was going to just stick with flat pedals, but after a little research on the internet I feel bad about even considering that.
Used to have SPDs and road shoes, annoying not being able to walk anywhere in them. Will start upping the cost if i have to consider getting something..0 -
Do you need/want mudguards?
I don't like to spoil the asthetics, but it's a possibility.
Also I was going to just stick with flat pedals, but after a little research on the internet I feel bad about even considering that.
Used to have SPDs and road shoes, annoying not being able to walk anywhere in them. Will start upping the cost if i have to consider getting something..
Just use MTB type shoes. Easier to walk in. FWIW, if you do want guards, the pickenflick won't make that easy.My blog: http://www.roubaixcycling.cc (kit reviews and other musings)
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I commute on a CX. My 2p's:
1) The CX bike is a perfect choice as its reasonably fast on road but can cope with anything a bridle path or cycle path can throw at it. I even detour through the woods from time to time.
2) For a commuter that you will use in all weathers you really will benefit from somthing with guards and rack
Oh and I wear cheap MTB shoes with shimano SPD520's, easy to walk on.Insert bike here:0 -
Just use MTB type shoes. Easier to walk in. FWIW, if you do want guards, the pickenflick won't make that easy.
Yes I just found a review that says
http://road.cc/content/review/116607-one-pickenflick-cyclo-cross-bikeFor the benefit of those looking for a bike now and those considering a near-future purchase I'll do both by quoting On One brand manager Brant Richards, who says: "We're evolving the design to be a bit more all-road style: a longer, lower top tube for a more conventional road fit, and we'll add some rack and mudguard mounts too."
This is useful to know, because as it stands the titanium-framed, carbon-forked, SRAM Rival-equipped Pickenflick is essentially an excellent cyclo cross bike that handles nicely on the road but lacks minor elements of utilitarian adaptability.0 -
The Trek boone 5 reviews well
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/cyclo-cross/product/review-trek-boone-5-14-48277/
has hidden guard mounts too.0 -
CX are perfect for commuting, even on tarmac it means it take take extra wide tyres which are what you need especially in the winter. But IMO the primary consideration for a commuter bike is mudguards, as you'll be using it in all weathers.0
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http://www.pedalon.co.uk/acatalog/trek-boone-7-2015.html
This is tempting, 24 month interest free finance plus accessories thrown in
Plus the shop is only 25 minutes drive from where I live0 -
The Trek boone 5 reviews well
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/cyclo-cross/product/review-trek-boone-5-14-48277/
has hidden guard mounts too.
Avid BB5s and tiagra bits on a £2500 bike?0 -
The Trek boone 5 reviews well
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/cyclo-cross/product/review-trek-boone-5-14-48277/
has hidden guard mounts too.
Avid BB5s and tiagra bits on a £2500 bike?
This is where I appreciate advice
I am not familiar with all the different components, and if something looks out of place or the pricing is off - then I would appreciate intervention
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The Trek boone 5 reviews well
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/cyclo-cross/product/review-trek-boone-5-14-48277/
has hidden guard mounts too.
Avid BB5s and tiagra bits on a £2500 bike?
This is where I appreciate advice
I am not familiar with all the different components, and if something looks out of place or the pricing is off - then I would appreciate intervention
I think the review has the spec wrong because it looks like it actually has full 105 11 speed with hydraulic discs: http://www.leisurelakesbikes.com/p/19929/trek-boone-5-disc-cyclocross-bike-2016?variantId=96913&gclid=CIGXwYvhvsYCFVUXjgodJSEP5w0 -
The Boone 5 seems ok. Not sure about guards. If none I'd just get the PX, frankly.
The Boone 7 is bonkers. Canti brakes on a £2800 bike. That's for the hardcore crowd. I'm sure it's capable.
If you want good value, 25 minutes from you:
http://www.pedalon.co.uk/acatalog/cannondale-caadx-rival-2015.htmlMy blog: http://www.roubaixcycling.cc (kit reviews and other musings)
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The Boone 5 seems ok. Not sure about guards. If none I'd just get the PX, frankly.
The Boone 7 is bonkers. Canti brakes on a £2800 bike. That's for the hardcore crowd. I'm sure it's capable.
If you want good value, 25 minutes from you:
http://www.pedalon.co.uk/acatalog/cannondale-caadx-rival-2015.html
I am there now didn't have that Carbondale but I did test ride
http://www.pedalon.co.uk/acatalog/trek-crossrip-elite-2015.html
Whilst I prefer a fancy bike it might be better suited that previous ideas I've had 0 -
After consideration, I don't think I care much for mud guards and panniers.
When I'm cycling I want to travel as light as I can and enjoy the freedom.
I want something that I will be excited to ride
So I think I will stick with CX, even if they won't fit mud guards.0 -
Have you actually tried commuting on a bike day-in day-out in winter on tracks and cycle paths?
I have. You will eat your way through chains and cassettes, especially without mudguards. £2k+ sounds like crazy money to me.0 -
Have you actually tried commuting on a bike day-in day-out in winter on tracks and cycle paths?
I have. You will eat your way through chains and cassettes, especially without mudguards. £2k+ sounds like crazy money to me.
With 28 mile round trip, I won't be doing it every day, I will probably alternate it with the car. So if I wake up and it's raining, that's probably going to be a car day.
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Maybe a Condor Tempo - Fixie hardcore commuting..
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Have you actually tried commuting on a bike day-in day-out in winter on tracks and cycle paths?
I have. You will eat your way through chains and cassettes, especially without mudguards. £2k+ sounds like crazy money to me.
With 28 mile round trip, I won't be doing it every day, I will probably alternate it with the car. So if I wake up and it's raining, that's probably going to be a car day.
Still think it's a bad idea?
What happens if it's dry in the morning and p*ssing it down on the journey back :? ... Mudguards generally are a must for winter commuting.0 -
He is right, you need mudguards in winter (and autumn). Once you've burned through a couple of cassettes, had shifting problems and experienced soaking wet feet (and don't forget the splatter all up your back) in the depths of winter you'll soon forget worries about aesthetics and wish you had some.
I do a 27 mile commute on a fixed gear. I don't do it because it's hardcore, I do it because it's practical and economical (and I generally prefer riding fixed). The entire drivetrain on my bike costs less than £20 and all wears at the same time so it can be left all through winter with nothing more than a bit of lube and then replaced in one hit.
Also, one bike simply isn't enough if you're doing a commute with decent mileage. You get ready to set off in all your winter gear first thing in the morning and discover you had a slow puncture or something is clearly wrong on a ride home and you haven't got time to work out what it is/order parts before you're due to ride in next morning. Two bikes minimum.
If I were you I would get something like this and put a rack and guards on it:
http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/CBOOPOMPKOJ/on-one-pompino-drop-bar-urban-bike
or:
http://www.dolan-bikes.com/dolan-track-bikes/track-bikes/track-aluminium/dolan-fxe-aluminium-fixie-bike-black-gloss.html
That's your bad weather/winter/backup bike sorted. Your budget is so big that you still have plenty left for a bike that will do everything you want . £2k is honestly overkill for any commuting bike, especially one being used on cycle tracks/off road. I would make sure you get one that can take a rack - once you've commuted with a rack you won't want to go back to a rucksack.0 -
He is right, you need mudguards in winter (and autumn). Once you've burned through a couple of cassettes, had shifting problems and experienced soaking wet feet (and don't forget the splatter all up your back) in the depths of winter you'll soon forget worries about aesthetics and wish you had some.
I do a 27 mile commute on a fixed gear. I don't do it because it's hardcore, I do it because it's practical and economical (and I generally prefer riding fixed). The entire drivetrain on my bike costs less than £20 and all wears at the same time so it can be left all through winter with nothing more than a bit of lube and then replaced in one hit.
Also, one bike simply isn't enough if you're doing a commute with decent mileage. You get ready to set off in all your winter gear first thing in the morning and discover you had a slow puncture or something is clearly wrong on a ride home and you haven't got time to work out what it is/order parts before you're due to ride in next morning. Two bikes minimum.
If I were you I would get something like this and put a rack and guards on it:
http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/CBOOPOMPKOJ/on-one-pompino-drop-bar-urban-bike
or:
http://www.dolan-bikes.com/dolan-track-bikes/track-bikes/track-aluminium/dolan-fxe-aluminium-fixie-bike-black-gloss.html
That's your bad weather/winter/backup bike sorted. Your budget is so big that you still have plenty left for a bike that will do everything you want . £2k is honestly overkill for any commuting bike, especially one being used on cycle tracks/off road. I would make sure you get one that can take a rack - once you've commuted with a rack you won't want to go back to a rucksack.
Actually when I mentioned it, it did get me thinking, researching, and i've already placed a bid on a fixie on ebay for £320. If that falls through I'll give these ones you've mentioned a good look over.
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This is how route looks, I'll just accept it'll be a good workout on a singlespeed.
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What about the whyte dorset and go on holiday with the other £1500?0
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What about the whyte dorset and go on holiday with the other £1500?
Think I might build a single speed super light bike, titanium frame with brow saddle and drop bars... Mm
Already booked with holidays for this year0 -
Thanks for advice in the thread, I went ahead and bought a bike
Excited about new bike by dancook1982, on Flickr
I understand I can get P clamps? if I want to add mudguards0
