Post a picture of it and a short description of why its the best thing since zip-tied park joggers!
Steel bikes: Who has one?
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I've got one - it is a Zion 853 and it rides quite nicely for a JensonUSA frame!
i got rid of all my steel frames, then decided to buy another one:
1981 ross adventurer
1970s ross euro sport
1960s ross euros sport x (no pix but becoming a fixed gear)r
1970s ross euro sport
1960s ross euros sport x (no pix but becoming a fixed gear)r
As my bro is in Barbados, I will have to post for him.
his1989 Trek, complete with threaded headset and Biopace
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=89287&d=1162220477
his1989 Trek, complete with threaded headset and Biopace
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=89287&d=1162220477
Evil DOC
I had the Z1 just so I could ride when I built it up. I currently have a Pike on there at about 100mm.
(note: Burley, this pic was taken just down the shore from Soldier Field last Summer)
It's noticeably smoother on trails compared to my old Chameleon (below) but the Evil is pretty much a street / jump bike 90% of the time and doesn't see much real trail time.
I don't think I'd buy another aluminum hardtail. I can't say why the ride is better exactly, but I'm noticeably less fatigued riding the same trails on this bike then on the Chameleon (even if I'm standing half the time).
This picture is of a deer that was in my photobucket account along with these pics. I'm including it just because.
I had the Z1 just so I could ride when I built it up. I currently have a Pike on there at about 100mm.
(note: Burley, this pic was taken just down the shore from Soldier Field last Summer)
It's noticeably smoother on trails compared to my old Chameleon (below) but the Evil is pretty much a street / jump bike 90% of the time and doesn't see much real trail time.
I don't think I'd buy another aluminum hardtail. I can't say why the ride is better exactly, but I'm noticeably less fatigued riding the same trails on this bike then on the Chameleon (even if I'm standing half the time).
This picture is of a deer that was in my photobucket account along with these pics. I'm including it just because.
I have two steel bikes.:
My fixed gear:
The mtb:
I now swear by it, the feel is next to nothing.
My fixed gear:
The mtb:
I now swear by it, the feel is next to nothing.
I know we've all seen mine a ton but here it is. I have a new bash and some other bits (pedals, bash, salsa collar).
I dont think Ill get another FS unless I get back problems and an aluminium HT isnt even an option any longer.
I dont think Ill get another FS unless I get back problems and an aluminium HT isnt even an option any longer.
very nice. is it a Handjob?
My Rocky Mountain Blizzard. Reynolds 853. Yum.
It is fitted with a Vanilla 125 (too tall), Hope M4, Hone cranks, Sun/ Ringle wheels.
It is. Thanks.
I had a Azonic Steelhead and rode it for a bit and it was pretty solid. I'm getting a Doberman in the next few weeks to replace my Porter.
I feel a bit more confident on them, don't feel like they are going to snap underneath me. IMHO, get steel.
I feel a bit more confident on them, don't feel like they are going to snap underneath me. IMHO, get steel.
irate2:
Jamis Dragon, 96 vintage. XTR derailleurs, Thomson stem/post, Mavic hoops. Sweet scoot, prolly my favorite in ever, next to the 03 Kona Unit that it competes for attention with...
Steel is real!
Steel is real!
combination of black beans and anchor porter.
nah, that saddle came off my ted and was in service for years. the leather's worn down.
Nice ride TB and welcome to the monkey. I have an affinity for trout myself.
My first steel bike in 15 years and it has changed my whole perspective on riding again.
Some more Voodoo...853 Bizango frame.
I have 5 steel bikes, well 4 bikes and one frame in progress.
1) IF Planet X (frame build up in process)
2) 95 Stumpjumper (Ridged fork commuter)
3) DK General Lee
4) 243sl
5) Mirraco Blend LTD
Yeah, I have an addiction I call a collection.
1) IF Planet X (frame build up in process)
2) 95 Stumpjumper (Ridged fork commuter)
3) DK General Lee
4) 243sl
5) Mirraco Blend LTD
Yeah, I have an addiction I call a collection.
And this is the bike that sold me on steel being such a great material to make bikes from. I'm seriously regretting selling that frame.
My first steel bike in 15 years and it has changed my whole perspective on riding again.
That voodoo was one of the reasons I decided to go with a steel frame for the mtb.
Because it's such a do it all bike. I love it. I like my squishy bike, but I love this bike. Also have a fixed road bike, and a fixed crosser/commuter, both steel.
(has fenders and lights on for commute purposes)
(has fenders and lights on for commute purposes)
It's the best cause it cost about a dollar two ninety eight.
Or 3 days of child labor in taiwan.
Or 3 days of child labor in taiwan.
1998 Marin Bolinas Ridge, rebuilt as a SS.
07 Monocog 29 (has hydro's now)..
why? >cause the fun vs cost factor can not be beat
why? >cause the fun vs cost factor can not be beat
Jamis Quest - not the lightest, stiffest, or fastest... but it sure is comfy, even on long rides.
No pics right now but I've got four.
'89 Univega Gran Sprint fixie
'95 Bontrager CX
'95 Parkpre Pro 825
'07 Niner SIR 9
'89 Univega Gran Sprint fixie
'95 Bontrager CX
'95 Parkpre Pro 825
'07 Niner SIR 9
I don't have any pics at work but I have two:
1. Azonic Steelhead SS: heavy but fun bike. Corners and jumps well, great on singletrack with the seat up, too!
2. 20 something year old Bianci road bike - lugged and full on Campy stuff. It sits in my trainer all year long...
1. Azonic Steelhead SS: heavy but fun bike. Corners and jumps well, great on singletrack with the seat up, too!
2. 20 something year old Bianci road bike - lugged and full on Campy stuff. It sits in my trainer all year long...
mines the best cause its new
XL pro steelhead, 4" DJ3 fork, rimes and tires
XL pro steelhead, 4" DJ3 fork, rimes and tires
I've got a Zion 853 EBB SingleSpeed. It's great because it kicks my arse!
My Explosif when it was new. Still pretty much exactly the same now.
92 spec stumpjumper / winter ss
05 bianchi pinnela
06 kona unit 29 ss
69 raileigh international ss
Steel is real!
sorry no picks
Victor
05 bianchi pinnela
06 kona unit 29 ss
69 raileigh international ss
Steel is real!
sorry no picksVictor
I have one-and-a-half:
On-One Inbred and the swingarm on my Balfa BB7.
No pics at the moment.
On-One Inbred and the swingarm on my Balfa BB7.
No pics at the moment.