I bought a Redline Monocog Flight

05-21-2004, 05:21 PM

Hi All,

I am new to bike riding and new to single speed riding, but I wanted
to get into shape and have a good time, so I did a bit of research and
decided upon a Redline Monocog Flight. It is their new aluminum frame
SS and it is loads of fun.

I became interested in a Single Speed when a friend at work bought one
- I believe a Spot bike. And hearing his description made me
interested enough to do some research, and 2 weeks later I just
received my bike and came back from my first ride. I plan on using
the monocog as a commuter until I get in better shape and then taking
it out with friends who have been riding for about a year.

I could not find anything by anyone about the monocog flight, so I
wanted to post a little something and say that the thing feels really
light (to me, but then again I know nothing) and is very fun to ride.
At first I kept thinking that I wished the gear was a little more
powerful, as I wasn't riding that fast. That was on the way down the
hill. The way back up was a mofo, but I managed not to stop (although
I did a heck of a lot of standing up).

As far as the monocog goes, I love it. The seat was a bit tough on
the hindquarters, but after my legs and lungs started burning, I
noticed that I didn't really have any buttly discomfort.

I'll keep you posted. If anyone has any questions, I'll do my best to
answer - but remember I don't know a thing. I'm just here to ride and
have fun.

-Andy