Gravel to Urban bike advice needed. - Page 2

MoparPorsche · #16 08-06-2020, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by thirdgenbird

I was in the same position recently and decided to just buy a dedicated bike. I parted out the other bike that was planned for conversion, and ended up money ahead. Quite a bit ahead. The new bike was under $500 new. Accessories came from my parts bin. The fat tires and low cost make the whole experience care free and fun.

Man that is nice!!!!! Actually I had done the same and settled on a Cannondale Bad Boy, but came to find out they are sold out and will not be available until December or early next year. Right now I am looking at cost of front cockpit and pedals. I have compatible straight bar shifters for my FD and RD, I have pedals, I have several different types of stems in my part bin, and I have decided on Ritchey Comp Rizer Handlebar w/ 20mm upsweep and 9 degree back sweep. Only thing I haven't decided on was the brake levers.

MoparPorsche · #17 08-06-2020, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by thirdgenbird

I was in the same position recently and decided to just buy a dedicated bike. I parted out the other bike that was planned for conversion, and ended up money ahead. Quite a bit ahead. The new bike was under $500 new. Accessories came from my parts bin. The fat tires and low cost make the whole experience care free and fun.

What kind of bike is that, it might be my plan B. Thanks,

thirdgenbird · #18 08-06-2020, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MoparPorsche

What kind of bike is that, it might be my plan B. Thanks,

Momentum (giant sub-brand) UX SS

There is also a 3spd IGH version but I went single speed for pure simplicity. It’s a riot around town.

blakcloud · #19 08-06-2020, 08:15 PM

Here is a Trek Portland that I converted over for a winter bike. The brake levers were just inexpensive Shimano's.

MoparPorsche · #20 08-07-2020, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by robertbb

If it's 1x11, you could consider an XT rear derailleur and XT shifters. Cheaper overall setup than using Shimano road flatbar, and you get the clutch.

Also, an alternative to the suggested handlebars is the ritchey classic 10d bar. It's similar in shape to other alt bars recommended, but polished silver and not as extreme a shape.

Its currently 2 x 11 and Shimano SL-RS700 Rapidfire Plus flat bar road shifters are compatible with the current Shimano 105 5800 FD and FD. So its more economically for me to just purchase the shfiters which I found for $86 for the pair. Now I am just confirming what brake levers to get that are compatible with Juin Tech hydraulic calipers, which I believe are both disc and rim lever compatible.

charliedid · #21 08-07-2020, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MoparPorsche

Its currently 2 x 11 and Shimano SL-RS700 Rapidfire Plus flat bar road shifters are compatible with the current Shimano 105 5800 FD and FD. So its more economically for me to just purchase the shfiters which I found for $86 for the pair. Now I am just confirming what brake levers to get that are compatible with Juin Tech hydraulic calipers, which I believe are both disc and rim lever compatible.

I'd guess short pull but which model brake caliper is it?

They must be short pull so if looking to save a $ these should fit the bill https://www.treefortbikes.com/Shiman...rake-Lever-Set

MoparPorsche · #22 08-07-2020, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by charliedid

I'd guess short pull but which model brake caliper is it?

They must be short pull so if looking to save a $ these should fit the bill https://www.treefortbikes.com/Shiman...rake-Lever-Set

Juin Tech R1 model and I found a set of Shimano BL-R780 Ultegra for $43 shipped.

Ken Robb · #23 08-07-2020, 09:26 PM

For me a city flat bar bike has to have the bars even with or above the saddle so I can relax and look around while pedaling. Aero position is not required at city bike speeds. Of course I'm OLD so my requirements are probably not universal.

MoparPorsche · #24 08-07-2020, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Ken Robb

For me a city flat bar bike has to have the bars even with or above the saddle so I can relax and look around while pedaling. Aero position is not required at city bike speeds. Of course I'm OLD so my requirements are probably not universal.

I have done some measurements with the seat, bar, and stem and I am pretty close with that using a bar with 35mm riser. Just now need to wait until the parts arrive to see what I got.

charliedid · #25 08-07-2020, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MoparPorsche

Juin Tech R1 model and I found a set of Shimano BL-R780 Ultegra for $43 shipped.

Def. nicer finish.

MoparPorsche · #26 08-08-2020, 06:47 AM

Thanks and I honestly think its going to come out pretty nice. Also, I just found that Colnago actually made something similar in a Ferrari line in 2013 called the Colnago CF9 https://www.flickriver.com/photos/co...7635233442860/