ISO mixte (step-thru) frame or bike
07-04-20, 10:53 AM
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ISO mixte (step-thru) frame or bike
My dad is 91 and rides regularly (a 1990's Diamondback hybrid), although he's been having trouble getting his leg over the top tube lately. I am looking for a mixte-style step-through frame or complete bike for him. The ideal would be exactly what he has now (700x40 tires, triple crank, indexed grip shifting) but with a step-thru frame. Shipping would be to Minnesota. PM me, thanks.
07-11-20, 10:21 AM
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My dad is 91 and rides regularly (a 1990's Diamondback hybrid), although he's been having trouble getting his leg over the top tube lately. I am looking for a mixte-style step-through frame or complete bike for him. The ideal would be exactly what he has now (700x40 tires, triple crank, indexed grip shifting) but with a step-thru frame. Shipping would be to Minnesota. PM me, thanks.
07-11-20, 04:00 PM
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A Norco Scene isn't exactly what you're asking for, but there are several different models/price points - all with a step-through frame that may fulfill his needs (sorry I can't link it - I'm too new to post links) .
07-16-20, 08:00 AM
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A while ago, I build my in-law (75+ year old, 4' 8", 142cm) a 15" step-thru aluminum frame road/hybrid $80 on eBay.
Only 17" frames are available now: https://www.ebay.com/itm/392817866782
I put 24" rear wheel with disc brake, 650 front wheel with light carbon fork, 148mm crankset.
2x8 drivetrain. Under 20 lb. (9 kg.) even with kickstand.
Only 17" frames are available now: https://www.ebay.com/itm/392817866782
I put 24" rear wheel with disc brake, 650 front wheel with light carbon fork, 148mm crankset.
2x8 drivetrain. Under 20 lb. (9 kg.) even with kickstand.
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07-16-20, 10:14 AM
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FYI "Mixte" is a specific frame design, more a step over , line of top tube runs from top of head tube to rear axle.
often with 2 thin (1/2")steel tubes the whole way..
(72) I'm using a smaller wheel folding bike for it's ease of mounting ..
Perennial cycles is a Brompton dealer in MN. https://www.perennialcycle.com/ and many more styles and brands..
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often with 2 thin (1/2")steel tubes the whole way..
(72) I'm using a smaller wheel folding bike for it's ease of mounting ..
Perennial cycles is a Brompton dealer in MN. https://www.perennialcycle.com/ and many more styles and brands..
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07-16-20, 04:36 PM
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Hence I didn't specify Mixte frame.
For $80 aluminum step-thru frame.. I think it's a good enough deal to overlook the Mixte.
For $80 aluminum step-thru frame.. I think it's a good enough deal to overlook the Mixte.
