Fun road bike suggestions

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Insane

when I am walking I hate cars. When I am driving, i hate pedistrians. But no matter what kind of transportation im using, I hate road bikers.

Jul 9 2010 7:59PM

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7-11_Slurpee

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If not the specialized sirrus seams like a good match. http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45859&eid=4356&menuItemId=9260

It wont have the drops on the handlebars so after the ride, you will be able to fool around on it more.

Jul 9 2010 8:01PM

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Wannabe

not a must, but preferred

Jul 9 2010 8:16PM

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http://www.konaworld.com/bike.cfm?content=paddywagon

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Wannabe

any opinions on this?

Jul 9 2010 8:18PM

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Jul 9 2010 8:25PM

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looks dope but i have no clue when it comes to bikes so if it matters, it looks cool

Jul 9 2010 8:27PM

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Wannabe

hahaha

Jul 9 2010 8:28PM

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Insane

no. Get a gxsr

Jul 9 2010 8:34PM

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Ridiculous

[IMG http://jamisbikes.com/usa/thebikes/images/bikes_enlarged/10e_auroraelite.jpg[/IMG]

GO STEEL

Jul 9 2010 8:48PM

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Jul 9 2010 8:49PM

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Wannabe

looks like it would be good for touring and such, but not really what im looking for

Jul 9 2010 8:51PM

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RockyMountnHigh

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Insane

I downhill mountain bike so obviously its not the same but in general konas suck balls.

Jul 9 2010 8:58PM

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Wannabe

i dirtjump / freeride and i hate konas freeride line, the geometry feels so fucked up

however, i have read good things about this bike, and you never know, maybe they make a decent roadbike, also i know my local bike shop has it so i know i can try it out before i buy

Jul 9 2010 9:07PM

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rickroller

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yes

Jul 9 2010 10:43PM

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Jul 9 2010 10:54PM

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p3g00

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Wannabe

If you are after a singlespeed, make sure you get a good gear ratio, as if you have it too high, or too low, then you will struggle even harder. Can I suggest a trek bike, as if you are buying new, you can get a good quality one for around 700, and if used, you can buy a really good bike for under that. I would suggest getting carbon forks and maybe triangles, and an aluminium frame, as this is relatively inexpensive and will benefit your riding a little. Here is a great page for you to look at

http://www.roadcycler.com/category/under-700-bikes/

Happy Hunting!

Jul 9 2010 11:06PM

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Skipig25

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I would suggest not a single speed.

you won't be able to keep up, or your brother will be waiting for you. I'd say get it geared, and after the trip, you could convert it to SS if you want.

Jul 9 2010 11:14PM

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Insane

Cmon, this is signature worthy!

Jul 9 2010 11:14PM

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TheBigD

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Loner

Specialized Langster

http://www.specialized.com/ca/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45780&eid=4350&menuItemId=0

IRO Mark V

www.irocycle.com/

MASI

-http://www.masibikes.com/

KHS

http://www.khsbicycles.com/

Jul 9 2010 11:58PM

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*simba*

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Are you fucking retarded?

You would rather have a shitty Suzuki rather than a quality made, Italian Ducati.

NS these days.

Jul 10 2010 12:10AM

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saucybiscuits

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not really. you didnt even come up with it yourself.

Jul 10 2010 12:13AM

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charmander

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this, the thing to do as far as singlespeeds are concerned is to build up a barn bike, i built mine for lie 50 bucks less wheels, its super fun to cruise around on and puting it together was a blast also.

Jul 10 2010 12:15AM

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The bike I posted is a 2 speed. Standing still and fast.

Jul 10 2010 12:17AM

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Loner

i have a kona dew deluxe and its great but its 24 speed

Jul 10 2010 12:18AM

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Mooserz

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your original. not

Jul 10 2010 12:19AM

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charmander

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this is it, its kinda goofy lookin but its all fun

Jul 10 2010 12:27AM

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Insane

...are you serious?

Jul 10 2010 3:44PM

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rhcp

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Wasn't really that funny. Made even less so by you cheerleading yourself.

To the OP: If you're planning on riding a serious distance, you should NOT get a single speed, make sure your bike has a carbon fork, and you should get fitted by someone who knows what they're doing. (Fitting will make your riding much more efficient and comfortable. Your brother could probably even do it.)

You will be miserable on a single speed bike. There are plenty of entry level road bikes in the 500-700 range. Try getting a new 2009 model; you could probably find a good deal. Also, some might disagree with me, but don't waste your money on a Trek. You pay a premium for the brand name. You could get an equally good frame with better components for like 200-300 less.

Jul 10 2010 3:56PM

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Ducati RAPES Suzuki.

Jul 10 2010 4:34PM

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Insane

But there such a pain in the ass to work on.

Jul 10 2010 4:35PM

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Considering my size... I could never ride a Ducati and if I were to own a motorcycle I would probably have a Harley. Ducati's though are fucking amazing bikes.

Lambos and Ferraris and Aston Martins and Bentleys are hard to work on too. That doesn't stop people on NS from wanting those.

Jul 10 2010 4:38PM

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Insane

I couldnt either, im 6ft one and between a cbr, ninja, and gxsr id have to get a gxsr. Feels better

And yeah you got a point there.

Jul 10 2010 4:48PM

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Wannabe

looks sweet, this is actually alot like what i was thinking of

Jul 10 2010 7:25PM

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http://www.specialized.com/ca/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45782&eid=4350&menuItemId=0

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Wannabe

http://www.masibikes.com/fixed/speciale-commuter/

http://www.khsbicycles.com/05_flite_100_10.htm

http://www.konaworld.com/bike.cfm?content=paddywagon

any opinions?

Jul 10 2010 7:39PM

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SkierX

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Don't know what kind of distance you will be doing, but from the gist of your original post, it seemed like a reasonably high amount of miles.

If this is the case, it would be RETARDED to get a singlespeed.

Singlespeeds have their place, but not on a roadbike that is being used to cover long distances.

Jul 10 2010 8:43PM

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no_steeze

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kona was good 5 years ago, then they started making shitty bikes because people bought into their reputation as a sick company, now they suck and people are starting to realize it

Jul 10 2010 9:13PM

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Gnarshred

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I agree with Charmander, conversions are the way to go. Here is mine: ridden multiple 50+ mile rides on it, including two CO passes. And I keep up OK except on steep hills.

Its awesome to build up (unbuild) your own bike and tweak it just how you like. You get a very close connection, especially if its fixed gear.

Jul 10 2010 11:25PM

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AdolfShitler

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Insane

Why the single speed? If you plan on "toughing it out" you better be going for like 30 kilometers otherwise you're dumb.

Jul 10 2010 11:28PM

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Life will be hell on a single speed, and buying a new one for $500-700 is a total waste of money when you could get a $1300ish road bike used for that price if you look. That will be easy to sell for almost what you payed for it, and you might actually enjoy your time riding on the way.

Jul 11 2010 12:45AM

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charmander

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also, for signle speed bikes, its all about the rat bikes, buy nice wheels and build the rest for like 50 bucks, shits so cash

Jul 11 2010 1:04AM

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simon44

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yo i work in a bike store and by the sounds of it masi is for you. check out their website the name of the company is masi. although its gonna be tuff for you to find a new descent quality road bike for the price you want cause these days bikes are expensive.

good luck finding one.

http://www.masibikes.com/

Jul 11 2010 1:16AM

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Wannabe

http://www.masibikes.com/steel/speciale/

what do you guys think of this one?

Jul 13 2010 10:04PM

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Skipig25

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that's a pretty sick bike with good components. $1600 new or something though, don't know how much you're looking to spend if you're not going to ride a lot. You can probably find a used bike of nice quality with good components, or there are a bunch of entry-level bikes in the $7-800 range with Sora components that are still nice to ride on.

Jul 13 2010 10:10PM

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Cone-argh

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Pro

Agreed.... I raced, and I fucking hated everyone.

Jul 13 2010 11:04PM

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TheBigD

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Loner

the masi steel special is completely different than what you've previously said you wanted.

i know nothing about masi geared bikes, but it has some 105...

i think if you're going to go old school racing bike look you might as well buy an 80's/90's bike off kijiji/craigslist. you can get a beautiful bike for under $350 that will serve it's purpose and if you want to go SS, you can with ease.

Jul 14 2010 11:25AM

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