Steven Barner wrote:
I never got a chance to ride one of these more than around the block. (Our shop was one of those that discouraged long test rides that might make the bike look slightly used.) Anyone ever do any miles on one?
http://bulgier.net/
Steve Barner, Bolton, Vermont
I have one of these bikes but I have to admit that I don't ride it very much. The furthest I have ridden it is about 20 miles. I haven't figured out exactly why yet, but the front end is really twitchy, for lack of a better term. It doesn't seem to matter what bar or stem combo I use; I don't trust it. The handling is very strange. I would like to find a set of those stock North Rounder handlebars. They might make a difference in the handling. I haven't given up yet, because I liked the look of the bike so much I sought one out. My frame has brazed on pump pegs on the underside of the top tube, and it also came stock with the Brooks "mattress pad" saddle, which I din't get with the bike. The bike in the link must be a later model.
Which brings me to my WTB. I would like to find a set of the North Rounder Bars and the Brooks "mattress pad" saddle (for lack of a better term; I don't know the model name or number). Anyone have a lead or have these two items for sale?
What brand of fenders are on the bike in the link that Steven Barner included in his post?
Jay Sexton
Sebastopol, CA