Need a commuter ~1k
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Need a commuter ~1k
Hey guys,
Im about 3km from work with the ferry, until now ive been running it.. but decided I should look at getting a pushy and going the long way..
I wanna spend ~10k on a commuter, its fairly flat with a small uphill with basically no main street riding (mostly bike path/back streets)
I was looking at something like this? http://www.avantiplus.com.au/products/a ... anti-inc-2" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; as im a sucker for the matte black look
Im about 3km from work with the ferry, until now ive been running it.. but decided I should look at getting a pushy and going the long way..
I wanna spend ~10k on a commuter, its fairly flat with a small uphill with basically no main street riding (mostly bike path/back streets)
I was looking at something like this? http://www.avantiplus.com.au/products/a ... anti-inc-2" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; as im a sucker for the matte black look
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Im not a fan of black bikes. I want to be seen.
That said, that looks like a good commuter. Belt drive I dont know a lot about though.
Alfine hub gears I have heard some good things about. Never used them myself.
That said, that looks like a good commuter. Belt drive I dont know a lot about though.
Alfine hub gears I have heard some good things about. Never used them myself.
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Yea good point about black, the belt drive interested me, anyone got experience with them?
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
Agree. Stealthy is not an adjective I want applied to my bike.norbs wrote:Im not a fan of black bikes.
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
I've seen a few Orbea Carpe models around, which i think are pretty neat
two models (h20 and h30) located in Qld
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102227144" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102223066" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Are you set on a Flat bar? a CX bike can make a decent commuter. If the small uphill section you speak of isn't too severe you could also think about a single speed bike. If you're riding in winter/night time, budget for some decent lights too
two models (h20 and h30) located in Qld
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102227144" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102223066" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Are you set on a Flat bar? a CX bike can make a decent commuter. If the small uphill section you speak of isn't too severe you could also think about a single speed bike. If you're riding in winter/night time, budget for some decent lights too
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
Those look good, I was kinda set on a flat bar due to just wanting somthing to cruise on, longer term I might get something else.
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
Can I ask what a CX bike is lol?
Ive kinda gone off spending 1k on something im not sure ill stick with.. decided to do a few more holidays this year so money isnt flowing as fast as it was..
I might look around on Gumtree for somthing second hand ~$600..
Ive kinda gone off spending 1k on something im not sure ill stick with.. decided to do a few more holidays this year so money isnt flowing as fast as it was..
I might look around on Gumtree for somthing second hand ~$600..
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CX=Cyclocrossnutty wrote:Can I ask what a CX bike is lol?
Ive kinda gone off spending 1k on something im not sure ill stick with.. decided to do a few more holidays this year so money isnt flowing as fast as it was..
I might look around on Gumtree for somthing second hand ~$600..
Heavy duty road bike essentially.
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yes, you may ask.nutty wrote:Can I ask what a CX bike is lol?
CX = Cyclocross!
related to a road bike (ie. has drop bars) but generally runs either cantilever or disk brakes. Usually a bit beefier than a true road bike with a slightly more relaxed geometry, runs wider, knobbly tyres similar to a MTB. Chainrings are traditionally 36/46. Some have mounting points for panniers, which make them an excellent commuter bike.
mine is here: viewtopic.php?p=332231#p332231" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
ahh that kinda looks the go.. I really think a flatbar would be better suited seeing my weight and im generally unco
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bear in mind also that most CX bikes also come with inline brake levers on the top of the handlebars. So you can ride it much like a flat bar until you find your coordinationnutty wrote:ahh that kinda looks the go.. I really think a flatbar would be better suited seeing my weight and im generally unco
That said, if i was looking for something as a pure commuter, i'd possibly be looking at one of those Orbea Carpe or maybe a Whyte Stirling..
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Cheers for the advice, I went into a few stores on my lunch break yesterday... really not closer to a decision other then I should just buy somthing cheap to see if im actually into riding to work
I think ill hitup gumtree for abit and look second hand
I think ill hitup gumtree for abit and look second hand
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i guess just be cautious of buying too cheap.. if you don't like riding a bike, you'll never enjoy riding to work!
maybe this secondhand CX bike:
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102217203" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
before you go looking second hand, try to work out what size bike you might need... might save you a few hassles in the long run
maybe this secondhand CX bike:
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicycles ... /102217203" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
before you go looking second hand, try to work out what size bike you might need... might save you a few hassles in the long run
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
just a little bit more than the original $1k budget thoughNeilPearson wrote:http://www.arseforums.com/phpBB/viewtop ... 89&t=18183
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haha yea,
On another note, workmate brought the Avanti bike from the first post.. I really really like it.. the whole internal gears/belt drive is really cool... pity he brought the last Large in Brisbane :S
On another note, workmate brought the Avanti bike from the first post.. I really really like it.. the whole internal gears/belt drive is really cool... pity he brought the last Large in Brisbane :S
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
Borrowed my mates bike for a day last week, sold me on it.. ordered it in.. should be here in early may
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Got it today, love it.. excatly what I wanted to ride to work
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nutty wrote:Got it today, love it.. excatly what I wanted to ride to work
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Nice. Now, to Strava!
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Re: Need a commuter ~1k
Looks great nutty & black too so very Stealthy!!!
Be sure to keep us up to date on how it goes especially the belt drive as I am very interested to see how it goes long term.
Be sure to keep us up to date on how it goes especially the belt drive as I am very interested to see how it goes long term.
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On it!norbs wrote:nutty wrote:Got it today, love it.. excatly what I wanted to ride to work
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Nice. Now, to Strava!
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First week on the bike and I fucking love it! Seriously best buy ive made in years
One thing, today I rode home in the rain and water and mud found its way into places I didnt even know existed, While I imagine it would look shit I really wanna invest in some mud guards, anyone know what I should buy?
One thing, today I rode home in the rain and water and mud found its way into places I didnt even know existed, While I imagine it would look shit I really wanna invest in some mud guards, anyone know what I should buy?
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Maybe something like these?nutty wrote:First week on the bike and I fucking love it! Seriously best buy ive made in years
One thing, today I rode home in the rain and water and mud found its way into places I didnt even know existed, While I imagine it would look shit I really wanna invest in some mud guards, anyone know what I should buy?
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/crud-roadracer- ... guard-set/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
thinking of getting a set myself