Brooklyn shop recomendations?
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Brooklyn shop recomendations?
Hey guys,
I'm back in the big apple after a previously aborted attempt at making the move. I'm in Brooklyn, in little caribbean just S/W of Prospect Park.
I'm looking for a shop that can help me fit a frame in the French Fit tradition.
I'm a "short back" at barely 5'10" but a 34.7 inseam. I started riding 56/58 frames, but was always replacing seat posts to get the saddle high enough, which left the bars lower than I found comfortable. Then I read up on fitting, took some actual body measurements and found 24" or 60cm frames a lot more comfortable.
I still have a 1991, 57cm Miyata that I want to attempt to make comfortable, and keep it not too goofy looking. Since it's on the more modern end of the vintage timeline, I think a positively angled steering stem might work out ok on it.
Can anyone recommend a place in Brooklyn or nearby that has experiance in non-competative bike fitting? That works with threaded stems, and vintage parts?
I want to put on a longer crankset to drop the saddle, and get the cockpit updated with a pos. rise stem with one of those removable faceplates, and some shallower drop bars. Basically mask the fitting as best as possible.
A place that can also honestly tell me "nah, you won't get the desired results" so I can let go of my last small frame...
I'm back in the big apple after a previously aborted attempt at making the move. I'm in Brooklyn, in little caribbean just S/W of Prospect Park.
I'm looking for a shop that can help me fit a frame in the French Fit tradition.
I'm a "short back" at barely 5'10" but a 34.7 inseam. I started riding 56/58 frames, but was always replacing seat posts to get the saddle high enough, which left the bars lower than I found comfortable. Then I read up on fitting, took some actual body measurements and found 24" or 60cm frames a lot more comfortable.
I still have a 1991, 57cm Miyata that I want to attempt to make comfortable, and keep it not too goofy looking. Since it's on the more modern end of the vintage timeline, I think a positively angled steering stem might work out ok on it.
Can anyone recommend a place in Brooklyn or nearby that has experiance in non-competative bike fitting? That works with threaded stems, and vintage parts?
I want to put on a longer crankset to drop the saddle, and get the cockpit updated with a pos. rise stem with one of those removable faceplates, and some shallower drop bars. Basically mask the fitting as best as possible.
A place that can also honestly tell me "nah, you won't get the desired results" so I can let go of my last small frame...
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5’10” on a 60 cm frame?
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Leg length typically determines frame size, not overall height. I know a couple of forum members who are around 6'0" and ride 63cm frames, fitted correctly.
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During my years in NYC my cycling was pretty much limited to 3-speed/utility riding (until I gave up after getting hit 3 times and not being able to keep up with parts regularly disappearing from my bike- a 5th floor walk-up studio apartment meant my beater lived on the street), so I can't really speak to in-depth shop experiences*, but.... I have friends in Park Slope who have spoken highly of Bicycle Habitat.
*there was a shop on E 14th between 1st & 2nd that SUCKED.... I think it's thankfully gone now.
*there was a shop on E 14th between 1st & 2nd that SUCKED.... I think it's thankfully gone now.
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You might try Mike Rodriguez at Bicycle Station.
https://www.bicyclestationbrooklyn.com/
I personally have never been there (I do all my own work), but I've ridden with Mike on numerous occasions and he's a really nice guy. It doesn't hurt to give him a call.
https://www.bicyclestationbrooklyn.com/
I personally have never been there (I do all my own work), but I've ridden with Mike on numerous occasions and he's a really nice guy. It doesn't hurt to give him a call.
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As a long time Brooklyn-ite cyclist, I'd recommend the following shops for vintage-minded cyclists:
Maglia Rosa - Maglia Rosa
Sun & Air - https://www.sunandair.nyc
King Kog - https://www.kingkogbrooklyn.com
Haven Cycles - Haven Cycles
Harvest Cyclery - https://www.instagram.com/harvestcyclery
Bicycle Roots - https://www.bicycleroots.com/
718 Cycles - 718 Cyclery
Maglia Rosa - Maglia Rosa
Sun & Air - https://www.sunandair.nyc
King Kog - https://www.kingkogbrooklyn.com
Haven Cycles - Haven Cycles
Harvest Cyclery - https://www.instagram.com/harvestcyclery
Bicycle Roots - https://www.bicycleroots.com/
718 Cycles - 718 Cyclery
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Bike Plant on Tompkins is a nice little spot, with very friendly staff. I think they just celebrated their one-year anniversary.
I just stopped into King Kog the other day and was admiring their multiple, large Cannondale Track frames. Apparently, they all belong to the owner and none are for sale
I just stopped into King Kog the other day and was admiring their multiple, large Cannondale Track frames. Apparently, they all belong to the owner and none are for sale
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Bike Plant on Tompkins is a nice little spot, with very friendly staff. I think they just celebrated their one-year anniversary.
I just stopped into King Kog the other day and was admiring their multiple, large Cannondale Track frames. Apparently, they all belong to the owner and none are for sale
I just stopped into King Kog the other day and was admiring their multiple, large Cannondale Track frames. Apparently, they all belong to the owner and none are for sale
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Oh yeah! The Laser is actually the reason I want the Cannondale. It's a more attainable version. I saw that 3Rensho too, very beautiful! I'm signing a lease tomorrow to move back this summer.