Steel Frame Bike Options?
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Steel Frame Bike Options?
I Love my Trek Domane SL 6 and plan on keeping it but also want to get a nice steel frame bike and do not see many options from Trek or Specialized. Not looking for a custom frame, something available local if possible. I hate to order something with out seeing it.
I know I can get some other options from this group.
I know I can get some other options from this group.
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Jamis apparently has a dealer near you. They don't seem to make the nicer 853 frames anymore but the Quest looks just fine.
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What kind of bike are you looking for, in terms of geometry, disc/rim, tire clearance, etc?
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Steel Road Bike Frames Made in Italy!
il massimo makes some nice steel frames, and the prices are reasonable.
Marinoni makes some too, but they might be hard to find in the US.
il massimo makes some nice steel frames, and the prices are reasonable.
Marinoni makes some too, but they might be hard to find in the US.
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I Love my Trek Domane SL 6 and plan on keeping it but also want to get a nice steel frame bike and do not see many options from Trek or Specialized. Not looking for a custom frame, something available local if possible. I hate to order something with out seeing it.
I know I can get some other options from this group.
I know I can get some other options from this group.
with that said, there are some great options right now in quality frames. Depending on size, i wouldnt count on many to be local.
below is an abbreviated rundown of frames and complete bikes that have quality tubing and are, in my opinion, well designed/thought out.
https://blackmtncycles.com/frames/road-frames/ - double butted 8/5/8 heat treated tubing frame and steel fork. designed by a small shop owner who has decades of bike design experience.
https://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/questelite.html - reynolds 631 tubing frame with carbon fork
https://shop.fairdalebikes.com/colle...ship-surf-blue - double butted tubing with enve carbon fork
https://shop.fairdalebikes.com/colle...rame-enve-fork - same as above, but just frame and fork.
https://allcitycycles.com/bikes/mr_pink_classic - columbus zona tubing frame and steel fork - comes as complete bike or frameset.
https://allcitycycles.com/bikes/mr_p...th_anniversary - columbus zona tubing and whiskey carbon fork - comes as complete bike or frameset.
https://allcitycycles.com/bikes/cosmic_stallion - air hardened tubing, carbon fork, disc brakes.
https://konaworld.com/roadhouse.cfm - reynolds 853, carbon fork, disc brakes
Save Up To 60% Off Pro Level Steel Road Bikes FREE SHIP 48 STATES ON ALL BICYCLES FREE SHIP* Motobecane Gran Premio Elite New Shimano 22 Speed 5800 / 105 + Shimano Wheelsets Reynolds High Grade Steel Road Bikes - reynolds 853 frame and carbon fork.
https://masibikes.com/collections/cl...um-legacy-2019 - Double OS tubing, huge head tube for tapered fork, etc
There are a lot more- this is just a sample that is hopefully wide ranging in style, look, and setup for you to get an idea of what you might want.
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Waterford/Gunnar, Rodriguez, CoMotion. (Or, take a course and DIY)
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says not looking for a custom frame so custom frames are suggested.
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I suggested those particular “custom” frames because, specifically, Rodriguez and Gunnar frames can be had for about the same price, when in a bike, as a nice standard frame. Both Rodriguez and Gunnar come in standard frame geometries. You pay extra if you want a “custom” frame.
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I suggested those particular “custom” frames because, specifically, Rodriguez and Gunnar frames can be had for about the same price, when in a bike, as a nice standard frame. Both Rodriguez and Gunnar come in standard frame geometries. You pay extra if you want a “custom” frame.
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I suggested those particular “custom” frames because, specifically, Rodriguez and Gunnar frames can be had for about the same price, when in a bike, as a nice standard frame. Both Rodriguez and Gunnar come in standard frame geometries. You pay extra if you want a “custom” frame.
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Reynolds 853 frame, ultegra 8000, FSA slk Crank set, ritchey components, all for $1695
Make sure you know your size.
I have one of their Titanium bikes that I really like.
Reynolds 853 frame, ultegra 8000, FSA slk Crank set, ritchey components, all for $1695
Make sure you know your size.
I have one of their Titanium bikes that I really like.
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I think the fist thing would be to start narrowing down the parameters:
- General Class (Cross, Hybrid, Touring, Cargo, Commuter, etc).
- Tire Clearance? Fenders? Racks (Font/Rear)?
- Horizontal Top Tube vs Sloping Top Tube vs Funny Bike.
- Lugs vs Lugless
- Frame vs Bike
- Price Range?
- Fork Material?
- Head Tube/Stem?
Can I toss in the Bike Friday Pocket Rocket?
https://www.bikefriday.com/folding-b...cket-road-bike
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You're unlikely to be able to walk into a shop and see any variety of steel frames on the floor. Put enough thought into it to know what geometry and features you want, then order what you like. Many more choices, even used. Unlike carbon, a used steel frame is not necessarily a crap shoot. Best of luck!
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Yes yes. My comment wasnt directed at you specifically. And I totally agree with what you mention- they are great options and have 'stock' frames. For what its worth, I too went away from the OP's request by listing a bunch of bikes/frames that probably arent available locally.
You're unlikely to be able to walk into a shop and see any variety of steel frames on the floor. Put enough thought into it to know what geometry and features you want, then order what you like. Many more choices, even used. Unlike carbon, a used steel frame is not necessarily a crap shoot. Best of luck!
About 5 years ago, I had a custom stainless frame built to accommodate some fit problems that I've typically had for years. The bike is really stiff but has great vertical compliance for ride quality. That bike, weighs in a just under 17 lbs and could go lower. This bike beats out a lot of carbon frames by available from the LBS. The bike is a dream for me to ride.
I also have a Gunnar frame . That also rides well when set up properly. That's is largely a standard frame (chromoly) and set up the way it is, weights in at round 18-19lbs. That's a cross frame and I use it for gravel riding and fast touring.
Both of these frames/bikes are tough, repairable and resellable as well as light, nimble and fun to ride.
J.
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You're unlikely to be able to walk into a shop and see any variety of steel frames on the floor. Put enough thought into it to know what geometry and features you want, then order what you like. Many more choices, even used. Unlike carbon, a used steel frame is not necessarily a crap shoot. Best of luck!
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Bikes direct to the rescue! Gran Premio Pro: Save Up To 60% Off Pro Level Steel Road Bikes FREE SHIP 48 STATES ON ALL BICYCLES FREE SHIP* Motobecane Gran Premio Elite New Shimano 22 Speed 5800 / 105 + Shimano Wheelsets Reynolds High Grade Steel Road Bikes
Reynolds 853 frame, ultegra 8000, FSA slk Crank set, ritchey components, all for $1695
Make sure you know your size.
I have one of their Titanium bikes that I really like.
Reynolds 853 frame, ultegra 8000, FSA slk Crank set, ritchey components, all for $1695
Make sure you know your size.
I have one of their Titanium bikes that I really like.
$2000-$3500
You're unlikely to be able to walk into a shop and see any variety of steel frames on the floor. Put enough thought into it to know what geometry and features you want, then order what you like. Many more choices, even used. Unlike carbon, a used steel frame is not necessarily a crap shoot. Best of luck!
I want disc brakes for sure.
As far as geometry, I love the geometry of my Domane so more of a touring style.
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For the frame? Dude. You're in full-on custom territory, and no shop is going to carry samples. Get to know a local builder and dream away. 30 seconds of google: Custom Bikes ? LaBerta & Sons Cycles
Even if that's for the whole bike, you're into territory that a) will be a great ride and 2) shops won't have stock built up. I say Gunnar. or Milwaukee (the cool thing about Milwaukee is you can customize things like rack/fender mounts --for your touring needs, donchya'know).
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For the frame? Dude. You're in full-on custom territory, and no shop is going to carry samples. Get to know a local builder and dream away. 30 seconds of google: Custom Bikes ? LaBerta & Sons Cycles
Even if that's for the whole bike, you're into territory that a) will be a great ride and 2) shops won't have stock built up. I say Gunnar. or Milwaukee (the cool thing about Milwaukee is you can customize things like rack/fender mounts --for your touring needs, donchya'know).
Even if that's for the whole bike, you're into territory that a) will be a great ride and 2) shops won't have stock built up. I say Gunnar. or Milwaukee (the cool thing about Milwaukee is you can customize things like rack/fender mounts --for your touring needs, donchya'know).
I would love to build a frame up, just not sure how much of it I could do.