Cycling in Melbourne Australia
City bikes
Where can I buy a City Bike. I mean like the one in the pic on the front page, but for a male.
It seems the rest of the civilized world has plenty of these, Europe, Japan, China.
Some are quite expensive and make a statement, while others are just plain practical.
I want one, please help.
It seems the rest of the civilized world has plenty of these, Europe, Japan, China.
Some are quite expensive and make a statement, while others are just plain practical.
I want one, please help.
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Permalink Reply by Matt Holden on -
Check out this place in St Kilda -- should be just the ticket:
The Classic Bike Shop
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Permalink Reply by Matt Holden on
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In fact, that looks like one of their bikes on the front page ...
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Permalink Reply by ChrisS on -
Can't remember were I nicked the image from. Speaking of the Classic Bike Shop in St Kilda, the owner has been up to some interesting stuff in his recent travels.
Rob rocked up on this beautiful steed during last weeks Ride of Silence, he purchased it from CBS.
If you really want something similar but slightly cheaper, head over to Human Powered Cycles and see whats in the yard.
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Permalink Reply by Ritsardo on -
Thank you all for your suggestions.
The Velorbis importer replied to an enquiry and I think the Churchill was around $1800 or so.
The indian made Avons are OK, I see a few of them around, and I recently came across a swedish brand, Skeppshult that look like similar quality to the Velorbis, I await advice of the price.
Bottechia get close, and a bit cheaper than the other European bikes, but the riding position is bit like a mountain bike and I am looking for a more upright riding position.
Cheers
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Permalink Reply by Ritsardo on
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Hielke, thanks for your information.
I wasn't aware the Kronan was avail in Melb. Might have a look during the week.
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Permalink Reply by Ritsardo on
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Had a ride of a Kronan. Nice ride. But a bit rustic in build and a bit expensive, I feel.
I ended up with a Giant Cypress City for $495 from Ivanhoe Cycles.
It's OK, 8 hub gears, chain guard, decent saddle. Put a rack on the back and away I go.
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