Budnitz No. 1 Chromoly Steel Bicycle -- Large

Description: Budnitz No.1 Chromoly SteelI’m selling my Budnitz No. 1 bicycle in chromoly steel. Yes, it weighs marginally more than the titanium version but performs virtually identically at a much more affordable price. I have more bikes than I can reasonably ride. I’ve decided it’s time to pass it on to someone who will appreciate its ride and style – note the curving downtube not seen on later versions. It’s an amazingly agile and versatile bicycle. It’s comfortable on most surfaces but, frankly, it’s not a mountain bike. I’ve made several upgrades that have improved it. I replaced the crankset with the DaVinci cranks spec’d on the titanium version. I’ve added larger (42x700c) Schwalbe Marathon Supreme Evolution tires with reflecting stripes for safety, significantly greater puncture resistance and more surface contact without reducing handling or speed. I’ve installed a Shimano Alfine front hub dynamo and Busch and Muller lights front and rear to be able to ride at night and more safely during the day and shoulder periods. I’ve replaced the stock Budnitz handlebars with Nitto Alloy 259B urban riser bars, the very best. I’ll include the Budnitz bar if desired. I’ve also replaced the Brooks Slender Leather Grips with Ergon GC1 grips that are much more comfortable. I would switch them back to the Brooks if desired. The Shimano Alfine 11 internal geared hub (IGH) coupled with the Gates CDX Carbon belt drive adds a wide range of gears, great hill-climbing, and confidence. The trigger shifter is matched to the Alfine 11 IGH. Pedals are not included. This is a wonderful bike in great condition – there are a few nicks here and there. Purchaser pays packing and shipping costs, about $200. The specifications: Year~BrandBudnitzModelNo.1 SizeLargeFrame MaterialChromolyWeight29 lbs 4 ozBuildForkBudnitz Chromoly No.1 ForkBrakesTRP Spyre Mechanical Disc BrakesPaul Components brake leversShifterShimano Alfine 11-speed Trigger ShifterFront DerailleurN/AFront HubShimano DH-S501 Dynamo HubRear Derailleur/HubShimano Alfine 11-speed Internal Gear HubCranksetDeVinci alloy, 50Tt, 170 mmCassetteGates Carbon Drive Belt Single Speed, 1spd, 20TtChainGates CDX Carbon Drive Belt w/centerlineHandlebarNitto B259 Urban Handlebar, Nitto 640 mm includedHeadsetBudnitzStemBudnitz 31.8 mm x 100mm, 8°SeatpostBudnitz Alloy, 27.2mmSaddleBudnitzWheelsetVelocity Blunt SL alloyFront TireSchwalbe Marathon Supreme Evolution, 700C x 42CRear TireSchwalbe Marathon Supreme Evolution, 700C x 42CTire TypeClincherTubeless CompatibilityNoGeometryFit Range5'10" - 6'1"Sizing GuideA. Effective Top Tube615 mmB. Seat Tube520 mmC. Seat Tube Angle69.4°D. Head Tube Angle73°E. Head Tube175 mmF. StackN/AG. ReachN/AH. Standover Height788 mmI. Saddle Height RangeN/A

Price: 1950 USD

Location: Arlington, Virginia

End Time: 2024-12-10T15:14:08.000Z

Shipping Cost: 200 USD