I am gonna build up a commuter... bike messenger style
Key Word I: fast
Key Word II: inexpensive
I want it single speed (maybe fixed), one brake (front), and durable. anything near 20 lbs will feel like a feather to me, since i ride a 40lb bike regularly.
Bikes i am considering:
KHS
http://www.khsbicycles.com/04flite100.html
Bianchi (even though i hate the chrome)
http://www.bianchiusa.com/pista.html
Given that i am normal sized... (160 lbs 5'10" maybe 5'11") can any of you help me with:
other suggestions? Steel or Aluminum? Build it up myself or stock? What about crank length? Size of frame? Advice on bars?
Key Word I: fast
Key Word II: inexpensive
I want it single speed (maybe fixed), one brake (front), and durable. anything near 20 lbs will feel like a feather to me, since i ride a 40lb bike regularly.
Bikes i am considering:
KHS
http://www.khsbicycles.com/04flite100.html
Bianchi (even though i hate the chrome)
http://www.bianchiusa.com/pista.html
Given that i am normal sized... (160 lbs 5'10" maybe 5'11") can any of you help me with:
other suggestions? Steel or Aluminum? Build it up myself or stock? What about crank length? Size of frame? Advice on bars?