By David Rowe HOT! strong, stable steel frame old-school geometry with modern look clearance for fenders and wide tires (provided)) lively and responsive even with a load 32-spoke wheels NOT! not the most affordable all-rounder uncomfortable saddle (for me) www.salsacycles.com Price: $1,500 Source: Salsa dealers Sizes: 45, 47, 49, 51, 53 (tested), 55, 57, 59…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! perfect custom fit predictable, stable handling clearance for fenders with 700x28C tires beautiful TIG welding and brazing durable — a lifetime frame NOT! steel is heavier than other materials www.waterfordbikes.com Price: $2,400 (frame & fork) Source: authorized Waterford dealers Sizes: 48-68 cm (57 cm tested) Weight: 4.95 lbs. (2.25 kg) frame…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! a travel bike that looks like a regular bike ingenious coupling system light, lively handling raceworthy NOT! packing takes practice soft-sided travel case fragile down-tube coupler uncomfortable saddle www.ritcheylogic.com/bab_home.htm Price: $2,499 Source: Ritchey website, bike shops Sizes: 50-60 cm in 2-cm increments Components: mix of Shimano Ultegra and Ritchey How…
