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Old 11-27-19, 04:03 PM
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I wouldn’t say that Cinelli is low end. For a single speed bicycle, it is a quality option. Don’t be a snob.
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Old 11-27-19, 04:32 PM
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No offense intended, I'm sure it's nice bike. Not "high end" though and that description had us scratching our heads until you clarified. Enjoy it!
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Old 11-28-19, 09:55 AM
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I like that bike, really! I like the silver one for sure. BUT for that money I would do something different. They don't list any component specs at all just the bare bones. I have a lot of questions about that bike. Too bad you can't get just the frame you like. I wouldn't drop $900 on that.

Not a high end ride though......good luck.
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Old 11-28-19, 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by tgenec86
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The key is - can you assemble and accurately tune up a bike yourself and do you have the right tools? If not, you'll need to go to your LBS regardless.
A friend of mine ordered a bike from Amazon and then contracted their "contracted assembler" to assemble the bike. The assembler clearly had little or no experience setting up a bike. The work was no better than what many have described from the big box marts. I was able to get the brake and derailleur cable function back on track and make the proper adjustments for fit.
The above quote is critical if you decide to pursue an Amazon purchase.
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Originally Posted by sdmc530
I like that bike, really! I like the silver one for sure. BUT for that money I would do something different. They don't list any component specs at all just the bare bones. I have a lot of questions about that bike. Too bad you can't get just the frame you like. I wouldn't drop $900 on that.

Not a high end ride though......good luck.
You can see the components on Cinelli’s website and also that specific Amazon post, it does list them out if you scroll down
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Old 11-28-19, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Blowup207
You can see the components on Cinelli’s website and also that specific Amazon post, it does list them out if you scroll down

Yep, I simply missed that.

I guess my point is in the end for that kind of money I would spring for the Langster, or build one off a frame.
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