$1000 commuter bike
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$1000 commuter bike
Postby adyall » Mon Feb 03, 2014 1:03 pm
I'm about to start commuting to university - about 10k each way, mainly on road and the Yarra bike trail. I've budgeted about $1000 for a bike.
I want panniers, mud guards and a lock too.
Where is it best to put my money - frame, gears, brakes?
Should I get flat handle bars?
I'm thinking I'd like internal gears and a belt-drive, but not sure if this is being silly.
If tempted, I could stretch my budget a bit.
Your advice would be most welcome.
Also, I'm in Albert Park, Melbourne and vendor recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Andrew
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby Paul 1965 » Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:48 pm
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby mitchy_ » Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:57 pm
focus planet (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
avanti inc (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
giant seek (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby alexander » Mon Feb 03, 2014 6:30 pm
Yeah some really solid recommendations there.mitchy_ wrote:cannondale bad boy commuter
focus planet (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
avanti inc (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
giant seek (belt drive/IGH or normal derailleur options)
add to that:
Kona Dr dew
Norco FBR
Marin Fairfax
all within your price range.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby jools » Mon Feb 03, 2014 8:16 pm
Fuji Touring is another option, but this is $1100 rrp.
As for flat bars vs drops, its a personal preference and if you can, take a few different bikes for a test ride to see how you feel on them. Flat bars are more relaxed and you get a better view being upright, drops are more aerodynamic so if you just want to get your head down and power on they are much better. Drops also give you more options as you can ride with your hands on the brake hoods or fully down in the drops.
You should also look into bike maintenance courses - Sydney council has a great program with free basic maintenance courses, there may be something similar in Melbourne, or even at your uni.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby minhyy » Mon Feb 03, 2014 10:30 pm
imo in all terms of practicality for a money-poor uni student, you'd be better off with three $300 or four $250 etc bikes than just the one $1K bike. I mean, it might get stolen, you lose it during a late night inebriation session etc etc
but if you do want to shell out on a good bike, get something that won't need replacement/onset of upgradeitis so you'll be satisfied with your ride for as long as possible
Just my 2c but it's your money so spend it how you see fit
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby kab » Tue Feb 04, 2014 6:55 pm
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby diggler » Sun May 18, 2014 11:56 pm
Make sure you budget for a good lock. I had my bike stolen from uni. A rack and panniers will save you from a sweaty back.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby Calvin27 » Mon May 19, 2014 9:40 am
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby SheikYerbouti » Sat May 24, 2014 10:44 pm
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby rodneycc » Sat May 24, 2014 11:28 pm
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby rodneycc » Sat May 24, 2014 11:33 pm
http://www.this link is broken/BEST_Fitnes ... Under_1000" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
But id maybe see if you can swap for some wider tyres.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby Becker_11 » Thu Jun 05, 2014 1:22 pm
Same goes for add ons. I just spent $160 on a cycle computer and you can bet every time I walk away from my bike it will be in my pocket not left on my bike. Same goes for lights and pump. If it's easy to remove at home it's a target for theft on the street.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby Jangari » Sun Jun 08, 2014 2:33 pm
CERES bike shed in Brunswick, right near the end of the 96. They operate 11-5 Fri-Sun (not long weekends). Totally volunteer run with the aim of educating people about how to build and maintain their own bikes and, most importantly, recycle and reuse parts and equipment. I built about 5 bikes there over the last couple of years and always took my bikes there to use their tools and their expertise.jools wrote:You should also look into bike maintenance courses - Sydney council has a great program with free basic maintenance courses, there may be something similar in Melbourne, or even at your uni.
If you want a cheap and quick way to learn how to do basic bike mechanics (and even some more advanced stuff), then go here. $5 per year if your a student.
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Re: $1000 commuter bike
Postby AP81 » Tue Jul 08, 2014 8:45 pm
+1rodneycc wrote:Or my fav cheapy of the moment.
http://www.this link is broken/BEST_Fitnes ... Under_1000" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
But id maybe see if you can swap for some wider tyres.
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