decent entry level track frame set?
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decent entry level track frame set?
Postby boatonthehill » Wed Apr 14, 2010 2:56 pm
Had my first bite at riding on the track and am hooked! after the first couple of laps I thought to myself,
"how am i going to justify ANOTHER wad of cash going towards 'cycling stuff' to the missus".
I am after the brains trusts help on a decent (cheap!) frame and fork set for someone like me who wants to use the track over winter once to twice a week as cross training for the road, not to win races with!
Ive used the loaner bikes at the track (steel) but would love to have my own steed down the line that fits me right.
I have wheels, cranks and good track bars just need a frame,fork and stem.
Im happy with steel (my preference) or aluminum and would prefer something more 'classic' looking than a space aged aero frame
any help would be appreciated!
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby darkhorse75 » Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:50 pm
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Postby Mulger bill » Wed Apr 14, 2010 8:47 pm
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby boatonthehill » Thu Apr 15, 2010 12:35 pm
there is plenty of 'fixie' or 'road track' frames out here on ebay etc but a bit harder to find a true track frame.
what is everyones opinion on these?
http://www.thebikebiz.com/ProductDetail ... -TRK-DEB01
&
http://www.thebikebiz.com/ProductDetail ... -TRK-TOR01[/url][/url]
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby foo on patrol » Thu Apr 15, 2010 7:37 pm
Concerns me, that the demo photos, are taken in a long grass. Very unprofessional in my opinion.
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby bman81 » Fri Apr 16, 2010 9:52 am
I'd have similar questions and concerns. Also, I noticed that both have Italian bottom brackets - not so much a problem, just something to be aware of if you have gear already.foo on patrol wrote:I'd be asking, what the tubing is? Also what warranty, it comes with?
Concerns me, that the demo photos, are taken in a long grass. Very unprofessional in my opinion.
Gary
I ride one of these. Not your classic steel steed, but a solid lump of alloy that goes alright and is priced very nicely if you have a good relationship with your LBS
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Postby broke » Thu May 13, 2010 9:20 pm
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby alex » Mon May 31, 2010 2:03 pm
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby brentono » Wed Jun 02, 2010 5:35 pm
Have mentioned this in another post
Go the inexpensive route...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/fixie-track-fixe ... 0501897300
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby rein08 » Tue Jul 13, 2010 9:04 pm
HAve a nice day.
Keep safe.
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby toppity » Sat Aug 28, 2010 10:20 am
my god that is cheap.brentono wrote:FWIW
Have mentioned this in another post
Go the inexpensive route...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/fixie-track-fixe ... 0501897300
Cheers,
BrentonO
Have you heard any local feedback on them? I might upgrade the old Hillman if they are half decent.
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby brentono » Sat Aug 28, 2010 10:51 am
I do not have one.
Have seen a few reports, it would seem they are OK/good.
They are talked about a lot, on most of the cycling forums. DYOR.You get what you pay for...
Would be a great beginners bike, for the cost, IMHO.
(for those who wish to try out Track Racing, and see if it suits)
The final decision, will be up to you.
Good Luck.
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Postby toppity » Sat Aug 28, 2010 10:54 am
That is true with everything in life is it not? I'll be holding off for awhile anyway. This summer will be my first on the track for over 15 years. The old beast will be more than enough for me. I hope the Warrigal club has a regular Saturday met like CCCC did in the old days.brentono wrote:Toppity,
I do not have one.
Have seen a few reports, it would seem they are OK/good.They are talked about a lot, on most of the cycling forums. DYOR.You get what you pay for...
Would be a great beginners bike, for the cost, IMHO.
(for those who wish to try out Track Racing, and see if it suits)
The final decision, will be up to you.
Good Luck.
Cheers,
BrentonO
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby brentono » Sat Aug 28, 2010 11:16 am
toppity wrote:I'll be holding off for awhile anyway.That is true with everything in life is it not?
This summer will be my first on the track for over 15 years. The old beast will be more than enough for me.
I hope the Warrigal club has a regular Saturday met like CCCC did in the old days.
Would think that a good old 531 Hillman would be lighter, anyway, IF? that is a valid pointMoney, can't buy "heart" or "ability"
All the best, for your return, "muscle memory" can help, you've been there, before.
Take it easy, to begin with, and enjoy it! (most importantly)
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby toppity » Sat Aug 28, 2010 12:03 pm
Well I'm buggared then.brentono wrote:Money, can't buy "heart" or "ability"
I'll be nervous, but in a good way.
Cheers.
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby ryan » Fri Sep 10, 2010 4:21 pm
toppity wrote:my god that is cheap.brentono wrote:FWIW
Have mentioned this in another post
Go the inexpensive route...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/fixie-track-fixe ... 0501897300
Cheers,
BrentonO
Have you heard any local feedback on them? I might upgrade the old Hillman if they are half decent.
I ride with a guy who rides on his on the road. He does 70km a day + the occassional 200km ride on it and rides it hard. Gutters, potholes, whatever. It's 18months old and is still holding up well.
Be warned: I've heard that the measurements on the ebay sales listingare innaccurate. They measure the length of the tube rather than a c-c measurement you would normally expect.
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby ciaran » Tue Sep 14, 2010 10:59 am
The eBay ad's measurements are spot-on, provided you read where it clearly states the seat tube measurement is c-t. The TT measurement is more important for fit anyway.
Weight of the new bike is much less than my old bike with CR-MO frame (8.7 vs. 9.1kg), and welds are no more ugly than a Hillbrick Pista. Since the picture was taken I have replaced the alu forks with some CF forks, as the ride was noticeably rougher on Alu (SURPRISE!). So it is now down to 8.5kgs.
All in all, great value for money!
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby brentono » Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:07 pm
A good concise report there (as against the emotive bs some spruke) and
would be a decent entry level track frame, changing the forks is interesting,
let us all know how it goes, good luck with your riding.
($for$ way better than a "LOOK" eh!)
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby toppity » Wed Sep 15, 2010 3:40 pm
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby ciaran » Wed Sep 15, 2010 9:45 pm
the fork swap is no big deal. The fork offsets were both the same, so it was like for like. I much prefer the compliance of the CF forks, and on my local hotmix velodrome it really is noticeable.
And Brentono, I tip my hat to you. You were right about this one. Everyone should always listen to Brentono, he knows.
I look at this frameset for 230 delivered, and then look at the LOOK AL464 for $1000 delivered. Sure you get a gucci paintjob and some purdy welding on the LOOK, but I would be no quicker on the Look than I would be on this one. This way I have $800 in my pocket for spending on better things... Like a new wheelset for my road bike.
Now I just need to get my flying 200 down to a sub 13sec time and I'll be happy. (currently at a PB of 13.66)
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Re: decent entry level track frame set?
Postby brentono » Thu Sep 16, 2010 12:00 pm
Thanks Ciaranciaran wrote: And Brentono, I tip my hat to you. You were right about this one. Everyone should always listen to Brentono, he knows.
A bit over the top quote, eh! "Everyone should always listen to Brentono"
(I am actually surprised that anyone was "listening" but, it seems a few here,
have been, recently, and acknowledged it! Thanks)
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