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Biking '10 part 2
- Thread starter Ziltoid
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So I'm looking for fixies on CL, and I've only found one with the right frame size. Having short legs sucks.
A fixie has a fixed gear- no freewheel(& hence, no coasting- although this is not to be confused w/a coaster-brake equipped bicycle, which is a different animal entirely); a single speed may or may not have a fixed gear. In other words, a fixie is a SS but not all SS's are fixies.
I have a 70s Raleigh Professional Track bike- a fairly high-end genuine track bike w/damn-near-90 degree head & seat tube angles, sewup tires & mostly vintage Campy parts. It's a 56, IIRC, but I'll measure it later, if you're interested.
I've got to say that the sound of that is making me wet. I didn't even know that was possible. Not sure I can afford it, though.
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Does anyone have opinions one this? I not old, so I'm not really sure how well Schwinns were made in the 70's. Also, the thought of riding a bike converted by a stranger kind of scares me.
Thanks.
...**DROOL**...
If, for some reason, the Campy stuff is still around sometime later on this year, I'd like to talk to you about it/them, especially the hubs...
Hard to tell definitely from those pics but from what I can see of the rear drop-out, it's a no-big-deal frame and almost definitely NOT a Paramount; the rear hub may be an older low-end Suzue fixie...if so, it's a nice hub. Suzue makes some good stuff - my current fixie rear hub is a low-end Suzue; it looks like it's got cheapo stamped-steel rat-trap pedal on it. In general, I'm guessing that the bike in general is another version of the current 'fix'd-kulture-kool' bikes. I am curious as to that those blue tires actually are, tho...
For some reason Sidi's don't fit me. Too tight across the top of the arch, especially if I use them with my eSoles. Specialized BG Pro just seem made for the shape of my foot.
Earlier this year one of my LBS' told me they weren't restocking any high end shoes because demand was down due to the economy!
I'm actually looking for the MTB version, but if you find anyplace stocking 'em gimme a shout, thanks.
Generically, Sidi/Shimano/Lake fits avg. to narrow feet better (which is why I LOVE my Sidi shoes); Carnac/Northwave/Spec. BG fit avg to wider better, and I've not had hands-on experience with Mavic's shoes so...dunno.
I'll admit that I'm not a fan of the BG stuff in general (personal opinion only in saying that I HATE the saddles); for the same money, there are a number of other options available...I'd suggest at least looking at the Carnac line before deciding.
I'll admit that I'm not a fan of the BG stuff in general (personal opinion only in saying that I HATE the saddles); for the same money, there are a number of other options available...I'd suggest at least looking at the Carnac line before deciding.
I wear Sidi Megas (Wide). Love the fit, hate the price tag.
Saddles are a very personal thing I guess. The BGs are probably one of my favs out there.
Large, wide...same stuff
Well, not really...the Sidi Megas are wider but not taller, and it's the height of the forefoot that keeps me from being comfortable in their shoes.
MTB...but also the Pro (i.e., Specialized BG Pro MTB), which Art's doesn't seem to have. But thanks for the link.
They fitted it for me. Fits fine.
Now I just need to find some more bike paths to cruise on.
