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    What’s the pinnacle of “alt bikes” to you?

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    1. Single_Editor_2339 on

      I had a Bridgestone MB2 that I bought used for $100. At that point it was 20 years old and it looked like it had a rough life. But once I made a few changes and got set up for me and my riding style, it was the perfect bike. But the best thing was it looked like shit. And as OP mentioned the Atlantis, it was basically the same size and geometry of the Atlantis at a fraction of the price, yet rode extremely similar.

    2. HildavonRauschstoff on

      Bike of Theseus, of course – all that’s left of the original bike I bought used are the hubs, derailleurs and the crank.

    4. EdZep689 on

      For me it’s usually the “next project”. I’ve been taken with single speeds for over a year, and my next project is to convert one of my SS conversions (from mid-80s road bike) to a 3-speed. Probably with coaster brake + front caliper. I’m considering building my own rear wheel, as I think I’m finally up to it. But, I’d still like to find a bargain bike with 3-speed to try out before full commitment.

    7. accelerating_ on

      Funny how these most conventional, typical, and general-purpose style of bike are “alt”.

    11. MikeAppleTree on

      Anything with internal hub gears sturmey archer style (Japanese knockoffs are awesome too), racks and fenders.

    13. Zacupunk on

      The eternal question… the answer to that changes from day to day. Any Rivendell is a good contender, but oh so pricey. The more humble and accessible answer is the Surly CrossCheck.

    17. zeno on

      Mid-to-high end MTBs of the mid-to-late 1990s era: Steel, rigid, threadless steerers, drivetrain that had 20-100 gear inches and can be somewhere around 25-28 lbs (11-13 kg)

    18. Middle_Loquat_2660 on

      I’ve seen these “frankenbikes”. The whole concept of modifying and using parts from different riding styles to create a unique bike just feels so right to me.

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