Out of shape almost 40 former roadie bike snob needs a bike. Help wanted.

[msasky]

I haven't been actively cycling for the past 6 years and it's starting to show, my last roadish bike (Scandium Santa Cruz Stigmata CX) was recently stolen and not having a bike in the garage is unsettling. I need a new bike and am at a loss for what it's going to be. I need some help.

I'm looking for a super plush, eat up ****ty roads all day, dig in your pockets stable, modern steel bike with rim brakes and a slightly taller headtube with room for 28's or more that's a blast to ride. in a 58cm

What's an out of shape former bike snob roadie who's pushing 40 buy? Help a brother out.

[jtakeda]

Speedvagen readymade

[Philly4eyes]

What’s your budget? are you committed to rim breaks?


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[avalonracing]

If you are looking for a plush bike with rim brakes you might want to consider a Ti frame that is tuned (made) to be plush.

[FlashUNC]

How deep are the pockets?

Gaulzetti Pavaix is the bike for that, only it's carbon.

[msasky]

I'm not committed to rim brakes but like the aesthetic. New Speedvagens are not in the budget. I'm inherently cheap and love a used bike. This time I've got a bit more of a budget but still have to stay married...

[whateveronfire]

Try to find a Trek Domane. Carbon, of course. I have one and a Speedvagen and, honestly, I grab the Domane more often because of the roads around here.

[msasky]

So far I've learned that Gaulzetti makes carbon now and Speedvagen are ready-made. GTK. What else have I missed out on in 6 years?

[Jaybee]

Maybe a Gunnar Roadie or Sport, depending on just how stable you are looking for? Reasonable pricepoint, enough niche cachet to satisfy your inner snob.

Or look around the classifieds here - great customs get offloaded all the time. Lucky for you you're just about Clean 39t's size.

[thunderworks]

I just reduced the price on my buddies Eriksen to $1500 . . . search the classified section. Might fit the bill . . . If need be, I can probably dig up most of what you need to make it a complete bike.

[Ken Robb]

Rivendell Rambouillet or Romulus would work.

[KarlC]

A few options for you ......

https://forums.thepaceline.net/showt...highlight=58cm

https://forums.thepaceline.net/showt...ight=PEGORETTI

https://forums.thepaceline.net/showt...ghlight=Parlee

https://forums.thepaceline.net/showt...highlight=57cm

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[msasky]

I love the classifieds here. Will keep my eyes peeled. @andysti had a sweet bike that I almost pulled the trigger on. It may be the one that got away... I do want that really comfortable and stable ride quality though and not necessarily just a custom. However, a Hampsten SB and the Breadwinner B-Road do come to mind as examples of what I think I'm after.

[weisan]

. I haven't been actively cycling for the past 6 years

Start there first...

[dancinkozmo]

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