Show us your mixte!

[pardes]

What a lot of pages to read about mixtes! My head is spinning.

Is it possible to find a new mixte that is high quality and lightweight that has a frame somewhat like this Vanilla?

None of the photos in this thread have a frame like that. Is there a reason? Is it less sturdy or what?

[oxysback]

What a lot of pages to read about mixtes! My head is spinning.

Is it possible to find a new mixte that is high quality and lightweight that has a frame somewhat like this Vanilla?

None of the photos in this thread have a frame like that. Is there a reason? Is it less sturdy or what?

Although that's a beautiful bike, it's technically not a mixte. Mixtes have the sloping top tube come all the way through to connect to the rear seat stay. That probably didn't make sense...here's a link to check out...http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_m.html#mixte.

[malkin]

The Vanilla mixte is this one:
http://www.vanillabicycles.com/frames/commuter/1/

[oxysback]

The Vanilla mixte is this one:
http://www.vanillabicycles.com/frames/commuter/1/

ooOOOooooo, that's nice!

[pardes]

Thanks for the reply!

What I want is a bike that I can mount and dismount easier. It doesn't appear that a true mixte accomplishes that which is why I choose the Vanilla photo that I did.

I still struggle with the Trek 7.6 FX ..... getting my leg to swing off the bike when I'm tired or stiff...especially when my panniers are fully which seems to be always. I predict that in another few years when I'm 65+ I'll want a frame that makes it easier.

Any suggestions for the kind of frame I need where the bike is lightweight and high quality?

[uforgot]

Thanks for the reply!

What I want is a bike that I can mount and dismount easier. It doesn't appear that a true mixte accomplishes that which is why I choose the Vanilla photo that I did.

I still struggle with the Trek 7.6 FX ..... getting my leg to swing off the bike when I'm tired or stiff...especially when my panniers are fully which seems to be always. I predict that in another few years when I'm 65+ I'll want a frame that makes it easier.

Any suggestions for the kind of frame I need where the bike is lightweight and high quality?

Not sure what you mean by a mixte not fitting the bill, as it also has the
low step thru part. The mixte part is the third seat stay. Anyway, here is one by velo-orange that looks really nice. They have another one that's a little higher in price also.

Oh, just another thought. Have you ever tried Yoga? Keeps you strong and flexible no matter your age.

[Blueberry]

SOMA is getting ready to make a Mixte. Won't be custom, but might work for you.

pardes-

Another option for you would be a Bike Friday - if you search on here, you'll see some issues I had when I got mine. But, the company has (at least so far) stood behind the product and I've talked to enough people to believe that my issues weren't typical. Due to their design, they are much easier to get your leg over. My bike is the Crusoe, set up with a generator hub and 28c tires. DH does fast club rides with his, but it's capable of loaded touring as well. Others have the Pocket Rocket/Pro - they're designed more as true road bikes. Most of their models are custom.

CA

[emily_in_nc]

Pardes,

Have you looked at the women's "lifestyle" collection by Giant? Go to this link, then click on Lifestyle. LOTS of choices that might suit your needs:

http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/bikes/women/

I also agree with CA that a Bike Friday would suit you for the step-over ability; however, if you don't need a folding bike, there are obviously many other options.

Emily

[oxysback]

The Vanilla mixte is this one:
http://www.vanillabicycles.com/frames/commuter/1/

You know, in studying (read: drooling over) that Vanilla Mixte...it really isn't a mixte, either. It does have the sloping twin top tubes, but there's no seat stay that goes from the area where the seat tube goes into the frame.

I still think it's cool, though. Looks kind of like a thug bike!

[xeney]

It's a mixte. It's the top tube that makes it a mixte. The lack of a seat stay is weird, but it's still a mixte.

[jdubble]

You know, in studying (read: drooling over) that Vanilla Mixte...it really isn't a mixte, either. It does have the sloping twin top tubes, but there's no seat stay that goes from the area where the seat tube goes into the frame.

I still think it's cool, though. Looks kind of like a thug bike!

i know the vanilla discussion was awhile ago, but i feel compelled to point out that this bike was built by sacha for his 8 year old daughter, which is why the geometry on it looks a bit different. lucky girl, no?

i'm glad i found this forum and this thread in particular. i'm in the process of having a Sweetpea mixte made and it's giving me lots of ideas

[malkin]

That's a sweeeet Moto!

[sgtiger]

i know the vanilla discussion was awhile ago, but i feel compelled to point out that this bike was built by sacha for his 8 year old daughter, which is why the geometry on it looks a bit different. lucky girl, no?

i'm glad i found this forum and this thread in particular. i'm in the process of having a Sweetpea mixte made and it's giving me lots of ideas

Welcome, jdubble! Yes, that is a very lucky girl. So is his wife - I believe the blue step-through commuter bike on his site is his wife's. Congrats on your Sweetpea too. We want pics when it's ready, pretty please.

[oxysback]

i know the vanilla discussion was awhile ago, but i feel compelled to point out that this bike was built by sacha for his 8 year old daughter, which is why the geometry on it looks a bit different. lucky girl, no?

i'm glad i found this forum and this thread in particular. i'm in the process of having a Sweetpea mixte made and it's giving me lots of ideas

Lucky daughter...it's a beautiful bike!

And lucky you for getting a Sweetpea! We'll be awaiting pictures when she's done!