Friendly Mechanic Installs the Topeak Rack
We Paid MUCH Less than that Price Tag
Well, a step through bike, inspired by Dutch and Roadster bikes now resides at our house. My eldest daughter, Erin, is a happy camper. I have to admit the bike, the “Simple City 8” by Gary Fisher (owned by Trek), DOES have a certain charm. One thing that puzzles me is why this bike, unlike the Civia Loring, and other competition, gets little attention from those that follow practical, short-range utility bikes closely. It is a modern incarnation of the traditional roadster such as those that are ubiquitous throughout the world. What's more, it is well thought-out, well constructed, and available almost everywhere.
Features:
- Drivetrain – Shimano Alfine 8-speed internal hub with chainguard
- Double-leg kickstand
- Front basket and matching fenders
- Attractive grips and matching unsprung saddle
- An out-the-door price between half and 2/3 that of the competition
Omissions:
- No lighting provisions
- No matching rear rack
- No integrated cupholders
- No integrated lock or anti-theft wheel nuts
- No bell
First Test Ride - I Thought the Rider Was Headed for Mexico!
No Fancy Cycle Shoes in THIS Shot!
Bike is Entirely Stock Except for the Topeak Rear Rack
11 comments:
Cool bike! I like the Fisher city bikes and I've heard nothing but good things about the Alfine hubs. Your daughter made a good choice. Velo-Orange sells chainguards. You might also check the SKS stuff.
That is a nice bike, very attractive and it looks like a wonderful way to pedal up to the local coffee bar on a summer evening after the sun has set. She should learn safe locking techniques from her father, it would be a shame to have to buy it again.
Funny- it seemed like everywhere I went earlier this week I saw one of these. (near work, at the grocery store, next to the library) It was like it was stalking me. (although the one that was stalking me was grey and cream). Something about the proportions are just very eye catching
It's too bad that Trek is folding the Gary Fisher brand, because I'm afraid they'll lose their particular viewpoint and become just another bike. And it is funny that they don't get a lot of hype- I think they were a little ahead of their time.
Kudos to Lisa for getting the bike she wanted, it's a lovely one!
WHOOPS
Why can't I edit this thing! Erin, not Lisa. not sure what I was thinking.
Anyway- ERIN Hope you love your bike! I'm sure it will give you many miles of happiness!
Very cool! I see one of these parked outside work frequently, it seems like a very nice bicycle. I think you answered your own question. The people who are into Civia bikes think the Fisher is just a toy, because it's inexpensive. To me, that just makes it more practical ...
Cool! I'm like you. I have no use for one personally, but it's nice to see people out on them. Every little bit (or every new rider) helps us all!
That's a really good looking bike.
In the same vein, juan of the more attractive and functional bikes I saw at InterBike last year was the Soma Buena Vista
Chris Cameron at the Ortlieb/Tubus booth showed off his gf's Beuna Vista
Chuck Davis, Tulsa
The Soma IS a very attractive bike; albeit quite a bit more than the Fisher. BTW, the Simple Cities are getting closed out now, so there are some very attractive prices. None on eBay or Amazon, however.
I've logged several hundred hours on mine, and my wife and I love these bikes. They do what they're advertised to do, and you can add panniers to the back and sides. I've had more fun riding these bikes all over Dallas, and get more waves and smiles, that sometimes I wonder if the type of bike alone couldn't go a long way towards improving awareness and attitudes out on the road.
Of course, the little dog riding in the basket doesn't hurt, either...
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