Gravity Swift, cheap aluminum?
02-01-13, 09:09 AM
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Gravity Swift, cheap aluminum?
From Bikes direct
https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/...wift_track.htm
It his a good place to start
I am 220 lbs and ride about 100km per week over here in Cambodia. looking for a lightweight bike for in town riding.
Frame Gravity Aluminum, ALUMINUM 6061, With drop-out inserts & Water Bottle Mounts
Fork CrMo Straight-Blade, 1.125 inch steerer
Crankset 3-pc Alloy, 130 BCD, Aluminum arms, 46T
Bottom Bracket Sealed Euro Cartridge BB, square taper
Pedals 9/16th axle, Platform pedals included
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur N/A
Shifters N/A
Cassette/Freewheel
Freewheel 16T and FIXED Cog 16T included
Chain KMC Z410 1-spd
Hubs FORMULA Aluminum Track, Bolt-on (120mm rear axle)
Spokes Stainless Steel
Rims ALEX R450 Double Wall aluminum with machined brake track
Tires Kenda 700x25c, presta valve tubes
Brakes CStar SLR Aluminum
Brake Levers CStar Alloy SLR Road
Handlebar Aluminum alloy black, 26.0mm
Stem / Headset
Aluminum alloy threadless, 1.125", 26.0mm clamp/ Tange 1-1/8” Threadless, Cage Ball Bearing
Tape/Grip Black cork
Saddle VELO Super Light
Seat Post Aluminum alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm
Seat Clamp Machined Aluminum Alloy with bolt
Sizes 49, 52, 54, 56, 58cm, 61cm
https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/...wift_track.htm
It his a good place to start
I am 220 lbs and ride about 100km per week over here in Cambodia. looking for a lightweight bike for in town riding.
Frame Gravity Aluminum, ALUMINUM 6061, With drop-out inserts & Water Bottle Mounts
Fork CrMo Straight-Blade, 1.125 inch steerer
Crankset 3-pc Alloy, 130 BCD, Aluminum arms, 46T
Bottom Bracket Sealed Euro Cartridge BB, square taper
Pedals 9/16th axle, Platform pedals included
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur N/A
Shifters N/A
Cassette/Freewheel
Freewheel 16T and FIXED Cog 16T included
Chain KMC Z410 1-spd
Hubs FORMULA Aluminum Track, Bolt-on (120mm rear axle)
Spokes Stainless Steel
Rims ALEX R450 Double Wall aluminum with machined brake track
Tires Kenda 700x25c, presta valve tubes
Brakes CStar SLR Aluminum
Brake Levers CStar Alloy SLR Road
Handlebar Aluminum alloy black, 26.0mm
Stem / Headset
Aluminum alloy threadless, 1.125", 26.0mm clamp/ Tange 1-1/8” Threadless, Cage Ball Bearing
Tape/Grip Black cork
Saddle VELO Super Light
Seat Post Aluminum alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm
Seat Clamp Machined Aluminum Alloy with bolt
Sizes 49, 52, 54, 56, 58cm, 61cm
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02-01-13, 09:30 AM
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Haven't ridden that specific bike. But I don't mind aluminum for a commuter (won't rust). I've abused my aluminum Giant bowery, and I've been as high as 200lbs, no issues. mtb trials, jumps, etc.
02-01-13, 09:52 AM
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I had one(Swift 2 with the carbon fork). It rides like ass. It's not particularly lightweight.
I would take a slightly heavier steel bike over it any day.
I would take a slightly heavier steel bike over it any day.
02-01-13, 10:47 AM
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Returning to the States in May might get something then. Would like the simple look but would have to change a lot would prefer 48t up front and 13 in back & other simple changes.
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If you'll be riding 100km a week, and inject some more cash into your transport.
02-01-13, 11:34 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
02-01-13, 01:12 PM
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I have it. Really harsh ride. Parts had to be upgraded really early on, had to repack the hubs on the stock wheels once or twice in the year before I bought new ones. Even though its really cheap, its not worth it at all.
02-10-13, 09:15 PM
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any more thoughts on the swift2? i'm in lust with SS riding lately, and am on the hunt.
not interested in building a random used frame...want a reasonably plush ride without breaking the bank.
tried a new Pista, fast, but rattled my teeth.
after riding some steel bikes the last couple weeks....can't say that steel is always better.
not interested in building a random used frame...want a reasonably plush ride without breaking the bank.
tried a new Pista, fast, but rattled my teeth.
after riding some steel bikes the last couple weeks....can't say that steel is always better.
02-10-13, 09:37 PM
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02-10-13, 11:06 PM
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Still kicking.
56x13...
02-10-13, 11:19 PM
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56 X 13 = 114 gear inches.
I think I'd best stay home and crawl under the porch.
I think I'd best stay home and crawl under the porch.
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