Since I rocked my Scattante up on my roof, I have all the parts but no frame or fork. I am not interested in spending big coin on a big name frame. My main priority is mtn biking. I would like to add a day or two of road riding in for convience and family time (less driving). I was happy with my Scattante which was Aluminum with carbon fork and carbon rear. I might replace it with the same frame from Performance. But looking for other highlights out there. I like the road dampening feel of Carbon, not too picky about geometry. Just looking for some suggestions. Frame only <$600. I know there are some devout roadies here, don't be offended.
one that i have looked at was http://www.leaderbikeusa.com/
here we go....
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07-14-2006, 02:56 PM #1
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Cheap/knock off road frame suggestions needed
More fucked up than a cricket in a hubcap
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07-14-2006, 03:32 PM #2
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What about an Ebay Steel Bike?
There's a ton of really nice steel frames on ebay. They go for cheap as everybody wants carbon/alloy. You should be able to get a super nice steel frame for around $400.
There's some truth to the old saying of "steel is real".
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07-14-2006, 03:39 PM #3
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YESSS!!!!!
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07-14-2006, 03:47 PM #4
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steel is real, but carbon is where its at...
2006 SAB Filicudi Carbon Frameset 53cm
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-2006-SAB-Fil...QQcmdZViewItem
Brand new full carbon frame, fork, and integrated headset. SAB is a legitimate Euro frame manufacturer that makes HQ stuff.Last edited by reidhresko; 07-14-2006 at 04:16 PM.
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07-14-2006, 06:48 PM #5
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try also GVHbikes.com - Gary Hobbes in Coos Bay, OR has been slinging road bikes from his basement since I raced junior (10+ years ago) - great deals and top notch service. And he can fit you over the phone...steel is real, but only if it fits. And, uh, AKWL, steel is an alloy too...
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07-14-2006, 07:03 PM #6
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I used to think those Leader frames were pretty cheesy but the hardtail MTB frames look nice, and have gotten good reviews. huh.
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07-14-2006, 11:20 PM #7
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I have access to an Argon18 frame, fork & headset for $350 + s/h. It's a 2005 54cm Xenon (Lady), the fork is carbon with a steel steer tube.
What size do you need?A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.
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07-14-2006, 11:57 PM #8
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myson has a 54 Blue bike checkout rideblue .com his rc4 is 4 sale ridden 1 year. Ride much like my scott.
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07-15-2006, 09:49 AM #9
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right on, thanks for putting me on the path at least:
j, I got that SAB Filicudi Carbon on watch for sure.
Steel is real, but carbon is pimp
IG, thanks but from what I read they are built around a custom fit, not that I couldn't get that done, but a Women's specific bike? Now I know what you think of my riding
hhski, do you mean my son, not myson. Rides much like a scott what? Price?
I am looking for a 53-54 frame
steel shall be investigatedMore fucked up than a cricket in a hubcap
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07-15-2006, 10:12 AM #10
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scattante carbons are in your price range too....
or just bring in the busted frame to performance, and call them out on there 100% satisfaction gaurentee. they will give you another frame if you press hard enough. then spend $600 on your mountain bike or buy some skis...
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07-15-2006, 10:40 AM #11
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An older steel frame on EBay or somewhere else should be fine, but check for rust inside the tubing. Don't want the bottom bracket splitting apart on a nice downhill.
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07-15-2006, 11:42 AM #12
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I second marshall on the performance callout. they do stand by a 'no questions asked' 100% satisfaction garuntee and you are clearly not satisifed with the way the frame held up... Originally Posted by marshalolson
I have a few close friends who run the shop there and I am sure one of them could be bribed into making it an easy transaction. I know they don't give a shit about replacing or accepting returns. this is clearly the way to go here....
then you could use the 600 to buy a set of legs.... or lots of diapers, YEAH!
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07-15-2006, 12:06 PM #13
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well I know Supergo is now performance, but I bought it online through Supergo. don't know if that will be a technicallity or not. I know someone who use to be a Performance bike wrench, i'll try and get in touch with him. I hate abusing the system, but its worth a shot.
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07-15-2006, 10:58 PM #14
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I've got a Strong Racing Frame made out of Columbus EL Steel with an IF steel fork 56 c to c top tube with an fsa orbit headset for $400.
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