Womens Step thru Frame & Nexus Hub - Cycling Mob: Road Cycling, Mountain Biking and More

01-07-2005, 07:49 PM

I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
buy one? All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells Shimano Nexus 7
speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

01-07-2005, 08:30 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one?

I got my wife a Narvarro frame like that from REI. Hers is very small,
probably closer to 19". It's semi-"step through", more like a mixte style
than a real "ladies bicycle", but she likes it.

All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells
Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Hubs are hubs. They can be built into any size wheel. I have such a hub,
currently on a 700c wheel. I use it on our tandem, but will be replacing
it with a cassette hub since we need lower gears than the nexus gives. My
plan is to use that hub on my old road bike.

--

David L. Johnson

__o | "What am I on? I'm on my bike, six hours a day, busting my ass.
_`\(,_ | What are you on?" --Lance Armstrong
(_)/ (_) |

01-07-2005, 08:30 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one?

I got my wife a Narvarro frame like that from REI. Hers is very small,
probably closer to 19". It's semi-"step through", more like a mixte style
than a real "ladies bicycle", but she likes it.

All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells
Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Hubs are hubs. They can be built into any size wheel. I have such a hub,
currently on a 700c wheel. I use it on our tandem, but will be replacing
it with a cassette hub since we need lower gears than the nexus gives. My
plan is to use that hub on my old road bike.

--

David L. Johnson

__o | "What am I on? I'm on my bike, six hours a day, busting my ass.
_`\(,_ | What are you on?" --Lance Armstrong
(_)/ (_) |

01-07-2005, 08:30 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one?

I got my wife a Narvarro frame like that from REI. Hers is very small,
probably closer to 19". It's semi-"step through", more like a mixte style
than a real "ladies bicycle", but she likes it.

All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells
Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Hubs are hubs. They can be built into any size wheel. I have such a hub,
currently on a 700c wheel. I use it on our tandem, but will be replacing
it with a cassette hub since we need lower gears than the nexus gives. My
plan is to use that hub on my old road bike.

--

David L. Johnson

__o | "What am I on? I'm on my bike, six hours a day, busting my ass.
_`\(,_ | What are you on?" --Lance Armstrong
(_)/ (_) |

01-07-2005, 08:30 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one?

I got my wife a Narvarro frame like that from REI. Hers is very small,
probably closer to 19". It's semi-"step through", more like a mixte style
than a real "ladies bicycle", but she likes it.

All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells
Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Hubs are hubs. They can be built into any size wheel. I have such a hub,
currently on a 700c wheel. I use it on our tandem, but will be replacing
it with a cassette hub since we need lower gears than the nexus gives. My
plan is to use that hub on my old road bike.

--

David L. Johnson

__o | "What am I on? I'm on my bike, six hours a day, busting my ass.
_`\(,_ | What are you on?" --Lance Armstrong
(_)/ (_) |

01-07-2005, 08:50 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one? All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Good choice, for an urban bulletproof bike, you can't go wrong with a
derailleurless ride. I've mentioned on here before the tens of thousands
of pleasant miles I've put on a Nexus.

Before the naysayers start going on: they're a bit heavy (worth it)
and have a slight amount of drag. You can get them with or without the
roller brake, which also is quite heavy--but I like using it + a
traditional brake up front since the roller brake will work without
complaint or adjustment in all weather.

A Nexus hub is pretty darn expensive by itself, add in the price of a rim,
spokes and building and it can run 300USD if you use new parts.

You can build a Nexus wheel in any size, though I think they're all
drilled 36 hole (that I've seen).

Keep your eye on eBay for a used hub is what I'd do, they're pretty hard
to wear out so you chance of getting one doa are minimal. I've also seen
Nexus designed frames on there, though you can probably use any old womens
vintage frame and just respace the dropouts to fit, as long as the
dropouts aren't vertical of course.

Look for the old thumb shifter to go with it--it's much better looking,
easier to use, and versatile than the newer grip shifter.

Alternately, you'd probably be better served by purchasing an off the rack.

The Bianchi Milano comes in a very stylish womens model. You'd be hard
pressed to assemble one yourself for less. It's a real city bike too, not
some silly "cruiser" type toy.
http://www.bianchiusa.com/typo3temp/9e42ccd593.jpg
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01-07-2005, 08:50 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one? All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Good choice, for an urban bulletproof bike, you can't go wrong with a
derailleurless ride. I've mentioned on here before the tens of thousands
of pleasant miles I've put on a Nexus.

Before the naysayers start going on: they're a bit heavy (worth it)
and have a slight amount of drag. You can get them with or without the
roller brake, which also is quite heavy--but I like using it + a
traditional brake up front since the roller brake will work without
complaint or adjustment in all weather.

A Nexus hub is pretty darn expensive by itself, add in the price of a rim,
spokes and building and it can run 300USD if you use new parts.

You can build a Nexus wheel in any size, though I think they're all
drilled 36 hole (that I've seen).

Keep your eye on eBay for a used hub is what I'd do, they're pretty hard
to wear out so you chance of getting one doa are minimal. I've also seen
Nexus designed frames on there, though you can probably use any old womens
vintage frame and just respace the dropouts to fit, as long as the
dropouts aren't vertical of course.

Look for the old thumb shifter to go with it--it's much better looking,
easier to use, and versatile than the newer grip shifter.

Alternately, you'd probably be better served by purchasing an off the rack.

The Bianchi Milano comes in a very stylish womens model. You'd be hard
pressed to assemble one yourself for less. It's a real city bike too, not
some silly "cruiser" type toy.
http://www.bianchiusa.com/typo3temp/9e42ccd593.jpg
[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]

01-07-2005, 08:50 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one? All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Good choice, for an urban bulletproof bike, you can't go wrong with a
derailleurless ride. I've mentioned on here before the tens of thousands
of pleasant miles I've put on a Nexus.

Before the naysayers start going on: they're a bit heavy (worth it)
and have a slight amount of drag. You can get them with or without the
roller brake, which also is quite heavy--but I like using it + a
traditional brake up front since the roller brake will work without
complaint or adjustment in all weather.

A Nexus hub is pretty darn expensive by itself, add in the price of a rim,
spokes and building and it can run 300USD if you use new parts.

You can build a Nexus wheel in any size, though I think they're all
drilled 36 hole (that I've seen).

Keep your eye on eBay for a used hub is what I'd do, they're pretty hard
to wear out so you chance of getting one doa are minimal. I've also seen
Nexus designed frames on there, though you can probably use any old womens
vintage frame and just respace the dropouts to fit, as long as the
dropouts aren't vertical of course.

Look for the old thumb shifter to go with it--it's much better looking,
easier to use, and versatile than the newer grip shifter.

Alternately, you'd probably be better served by purchasing an off the rack.

The Bianchi Milano comes in a very stylish womens model. You'd be hard
pressed to assemble one yourself for less. It's a real city bike too, not
some silly "cruiser" type toy.
http://www.bianchiusa.com/typo3temp/9e42ccd593.jpg
[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]

01-07-2005, 08:50 PM

On Fri, 07 Jan 2005 19:49:16 -0800, Stevie wrote:

> I want to build a light weight urban bike with a large 21"-22" womens
> step thru frame that fits 27"-700cm wheels. Does anyone know where to
> buy one? All I ever see are mens frames. Who sells Shimano Nexus 7
> speed hubs? Will they fit with a 700cm wheel?

Good choice, for an urban bulletproof bike, you can't go wrong with a
derailleurless ride. I've mentioned on here before the tens of thousands
of pleasant miles I've put on a Nexus.

Before the naysayers start going on: they're a bit heavy (worth it)
and have a slight amount of drag. You can get them with or without the
roller brake, which also is quite heavy--but I like using it + a
traditional brake up front since the roller brake will work without
complaint or adjustment in all weather.

A Nexus hub is pretty darn expensive by itself, add in the price of a rim,
spokes and building and it can run 300USD if you use new parts.

You can build a Nexus wheel in any size, though I think they're all
drilled 36 hole (that I've seen).

Keep your eye on eBay for a used hub is what I'd do, they're pretty hard
to wear out so you chance of getting one doa are minimal. I've also seen
Nexus designed frames on there, though you can probably use any old womens
vintage frame and just respace the dropouts to fit, as long as the
dropouts aren't vertical of course.

Look for the old thumb shifter to go with it--it's much better looking,
easier to use, and versatile than the newer grip shifter.

Alternately, you'd probably be better served by purchasing an off the rack.

The Bianchi Milano comes in a very stylish womens model. You'd be hard
pressed to assemble one yourself for less. It's a real city bike too, not
some silly "cruiser" type toy.
http://www.bianchiusa.com/typo3temp/9e42ccd593.jpg
[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]

01-08-2005, 06:26 PM

On Sat, 08 Jan 2005 04:50:02 GMT, maxo <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>
wrote:

>The Bianchi Milano comes in a very stylish womens model. You'd be hard
>pressed to assemble one yourself for less. It's a real city bike too, not
>some silly "cruiser" type toy.
>http://www.bianchiusa.com/typo3temp/9e42ccd593.jpg
>[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]

it's a nice bike, I have the other style, and love the shifter,
very easy, shift when not moving. Fenders, quality parts, Nexus
shifter, good bike.

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"BitwiseBob" - Bob Anderson
Eugene Oregon