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Need help with fixed gear/single speed bikes?
I am in the market for a new bike. I rode on a Schwinn Hybrid for a few years and I want to upgrade. My boyfriend rides a fixed gear and I am interested in purchasing one-- better work out and whatnot. My price range is 500- 800 dollars.
Here are the bikes that I have been looking at. I am most interested in the Cannondale...
1. Cannondale Capo, http://www.cannondale.com/bikes/08/cusa/model-8PR1.html
2. Bianchi San Jose, http://www.bianchiusa.com/08_san_jose.html
3. Bianchi Pista, http://www.bianchiusa.com/05_pista.html
4. Lemond Fillmore, http://www.lemondbikes.com/bikes/track/classic_steel/fillmore.php
5. Schwinn Madison, http://www.schwinnbike.com/products/bikes_detail.php?id=923
I just want to know what I need to be looking for-- I would like a flip-floppable bike (and I know that the Capo is) as I am not sure if I am ready for a fixed gear bike now. I want a light bike fit for an urban atmosphere. Does anyone have any advice? Or any suggestions?
I'll second the Surly Steamroller. It's tough, versatile, steel, hip, and in your price range. A friend of mine rode all over Mexico for a few months on a Steamroller. The biggest sell for me is probably the tire clearance. If you're dead-set on one of the aforementioned brands, I'd probably go with the San Jose, although I've heard that the wheels Bianchi spec's are kind of lame. Surly makes a great product at a very affordable price.
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