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@vvill 36472 wrote:

This looks like ridiculously good value…

They’re even producing their own dixie cog soon.

Did they discontinue the Scandium frame Lightning? That was pretty light.

[vvill]

Yeah they did. This isn’t as exotic but the steel is supposedly one of the top grades. I’d think a sub-17 build wouldn’t be too difficult with that frame.

*actually knows nothing about steel* *or SS/FG bikes*

[Steve]

@KelOnWheels 33648 wrote:

Aw man, looks like Salsa isn’t making the Casseroll this year. I’ll have to cross it off my covet list.

I remembered seeing that someone on here wanted the Casseroll, not sure the size you’d need, but I came accross one today on CL (please don’t judge my daily CL search for a nice Surly or Salsa commuter): http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/3437127407.html

[KelOnWheels]

steve;36532 wrote:

i remembered seeing that someone on here wanted the casseroll, not sure the size you’d need, but i came accross one today on cl (please don’t judge my daily cl search for a nice surly or salsa commuter): http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/3437127407.html

oh HELLO.

[KelOnWheels]

So does that seem like a decent deal, O Wise and Knowledgeable Folks?

[thecyclingeconomist]

@KelOnWheels 36548 wrote:

So does that seem like a decent deal, O Wise and Knowledgeable Folks?

It doesn’t seem that great to me; but that’s because I think a titanium rack is a waste, and that this person shouldn’t even be considering money spent on installation as part of their investment. Most people know how to turn a screwdriver / hex-key wrench, and that is quite literally all that is necessary for “installation.” This is ALL bolt-on. Also, anyone that drops $760+ on a rear rack and canvas (non-waterproof) panniers is completely nutz (IMO).

The saddle is a loss in my opinion (it will be broken in by someone that ISN’T you.) Even if you oil-it and ride it, it will never give you the fit that a brooks saddle would if you were to buy it new and break it in yourself (which is kinda the whole point of a brooks saddle right?)

I would never leave my bike locked up without a lock going through both wheels, so the “anti-theft” skewers are a waste IMO.

The pedals are an odd “investment,” as I don’t know what was wrong with the stock platforms?

The only REAL add-on that I’d give a legit credit on would be the fenders, but those can be had for about $30. They ARE the only piece that installation can potentially be a pain with too, so it IS nice that they are already on the bike.

The “Super-powerful-rear-light” (I’m assuming it’s a Planet-bike super-flash) is just OK if you are a regular commuter in traffic. Again, I am pretty sure you have your own lights, so I don’t see the big deal.

So, I guess you can tell at this point whether I think this is a “GREAT” deal… not really. I assume this has Shimano Tiagra on it, which is pasable, but certainly will not have the longevity or accuracy in shifting of 105, and certainly not of Ultegra.

I think there are a lot better to be had for you if you are looking to spend around $1K. (I am sure others would disagree with absolutely everything I’ve said here.)

[Bilsko]

I don’t think there’s anything in this photo that I don’t covet.

Badass fixed gear of badassery.
Cool threads.
Open empty roads.
Desert landscape.
What’s not to covet?

Source: http://www.pedalconsumption.com/2012/11/mark-of-the-beast

[TwoWheelsDC]

@KelOnWheels 36548 wrote:

So does that seem like a decent deal, O Wise and Knowledgeable Folks?

I remember you being taller…this seems freakin’ tiny for you.

[TwoWheelsDC]

@Bilsko 36553 wrote:

I don’t think there’s anything in this photo that I don’t covet.

Badass fixed gear of badassery.
Cool threads.
Open empty roads.
Desert landscape.
What’s not to covet?

Source: http://www.pedalconsumption.com/2012/11/mark-of-the-beast

http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2012/03/cine-meh-have-fixie-will-travel.html

[vvill]

@KelOnWheels 36548 wrote:

So does that seem like a decent deal, O Wise and Knowledgeable Folks?

I agree with GuyContinental mostly: I don’t know anything about the Casseroll itself but I’d agree that quoting those new prices for those add-ons is a bit much… $13 for a standard bottle cage, $40 for platform pedals!? That rear rack is top of the (expensive) line but would you have paid that much for one yourself? Seems like they are trying to justify charging $300 more what they think is actually a bike worth $600. I don’t think I’d call any of them upgrades – upgrades would be new wheels, tires, nicer components, etc. That said, 1-2 rides/week for 7 months isn’t a lot of wear and tear, and about half the add-ons are certainly useful, so if it’s in good condition and you like the bike + fit (I don’t remember you being short either!) it could be a good deal.

[DismalScientist]

You can get a steel touring bike from Nashbar for $650 with 105 components and a rack. Of course, it only comes in black.

[KelOnWheels]

Y’all rock, as usual that’s what was bugging me about this – the BIKE is a decent deal but $300 for the add-ons isn’t. Good point on the Brooks saddle, cyclingeconomist.

The 51cm should actually be around the right size for me – ETT is 54.5cm and stand over is just under 31″.

[rcannon100]

drooooool!

[Dirt]

@rcannon100 36659 wrote:

drooooool!

Love it!

http://builtfromtrash.com/recyclablog/8-human-powered-lawn-mower
I love the blog name too.

[ShawnoftheDread]

@rcannon100 36659 wrote:

drooooool!

Suburban dad cross-training: Powerlift children out of bed. Ride to work, operate mouse, ride home. Mow the lawn. Chop firewood. Powerlift children for bath/bedtime.

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