andydude Posted October 3, 2012 Share What do guys think of a commuting bicycle like the Giant Simple Single? I don't have the time to go build my own singlespeed and thought that this is a nice compromise at R2,600. I would perhaps add mud flaps and even a detachable basket for if I have to go to the store! It would be a fun way to get around and would be over and above normal road racing training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share Very comfortable but a bit too laid back to be a commuter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beattbox Posted October 3, 2012 Share What do guys think of a commuting bicycle like the Giant Simple Single? I don't have the time to go build my own singlespeed and thought that this is a nice compromise at R2,600. I would perhaps add mud flaps and even a detachable basket for if I have to go to the store! It would be a fun way to get around and would be over and above normal road racing training. There's a guy who rides past my house everyday on one of these - very cool. Not sure it's the best option for long rides (or if there are any serious hills involved) but for a neighbourhood runaround - perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramrod Posted October 3, 2012 Share Have a look at the Schwinn Corvette as well? Not sure on pricing but also nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted October 3, 2012 Share What distance are you commuting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share Corvette is a bit more expensive than that. I can confirm that it's super comfortable and a 20km ride like CM can easily be done on it. Still wont commute on one. Heavy and the coaster brake is not the most efficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydude Posted October 3, 2012 Share What distance are you commuting? Let's call shops between 4 - 10km and work between 5 - 15km. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydude Posted October 3, 2012 Share Corvette is a bit more expensive than that. I can confirm that it's super comfortable and a 20km ride like CM can easily be done on it. Still wont commute on one. Heavy and the coaster brake is not the most efficient. Excuse my SS ignorance, but what is CM? And who do you say firstly it's comfortable and then say it's not (I guess the first question will half answer my second question)? Edited October 3, 2012 by andydude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share CM = Critical Mass. Flat 20km ride at 7km/h. For that kind of riding it's super comfortable. The second you get some steeper climbs it's going to eat you alive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted October 3, 2012 Share CM = Critical Mass. Flat 20km ride at 7km/h. For that kind of riding it's super comfortable. The second you get some steeper climbs it's going to eat you alive. Agreed. Hills on that bike = tough climb and sweaty riderSpeed on that bike = chilledRiding into the wind on that bike = slow and sweaty rider If you do the shop runs on flat roads then by all means go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydude Posted October 3, 2012 Share CM = Critical Mass. Flat 20km ride at 7km/h. For that kind of riding it's super comfortable. The second you get some steeper climbs it's going to eat you alive. Cool, thanks! Or maybe it'll make my legs stronger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share Thishttp://www.commencal-store.com/PBSCProduct.asp?ItmID=10251264 _Daemon_ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted October 3, 2012 Share Thishttp://www.commencal...?ItmID=10251264 Now that is Flipping Sexy http://www.commencal-store.com/Files/32557/Img/18/13ACID_600.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share That split top tube causes me to have a little accident in pants everytime I see it. It's just such a bad-ass looking bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted October 3, 2012 Share That split top tube causes me to have a little accident in pants everytime I see it. It's just such a bad-ass looking bike. Funny how they also split the rear stays like that Pinarello MTB frame .... Pina frame not so unique is it :) chuckle chuckle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted October 3, 2012 Share Begs the question which came first... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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