42 cm surly pacer road bike

**Crankin** · 11-07-2010, 06:00 AM

Although I think the bike would fit me perfectly, I really want to get a bike with couplers, as well having all of the above....
Off to Harris Cyclery today to start the process of figuring out exactly just what I need.

**KnottedYet** · 11-07-2010, 06:57 AM

It's a steel frame, so you can have the S+S couplers put on by any LBS that does frame work.

(They cut the frame and weld the couplers on... just like doing a knee replacement! Well, that metaphor made sense to *me*, anyway...)

**Tri Girl** · 11-07-2010, 06:59 AM

Originally Posted by emily_in_nc

Sounds like you need to buy this Surly and sell the Bianchi frame!

I SERIOUSLY would, but I've, just acquired the wheelset, the groupo, cables, quill stem and all for the Bianchi. My hubs would MURDER me if I sold all that and bought the Surly now. I don't want to die...just yet.

Not until I build up and ride my first steel bike, anyway.

I will just live with regret. I'm used to it.

I do hope you sell it. It really is a beautiful bike!!!!!!

**Crankin** · 11-07-2010, 07:39 AM

I know they can do the "surgery." I guess I'm just a little leery about buying something without testing it, even though I know it's an awesome bike at a great price.
I've made a lot of mistakes in buying my road bikes, so after ten years, I feel I am finally ready to be very "hands-on" with the process and actually know (at least a little) what I am talking about. I really made all of the mistakes I could have with bikes #1 and #2, as well as the one I have now (though this is solved). Well, I digress. I just think I need to work with a shop and try *a lot* of bikes before I plunk down the cash for my next purchase. Really, with everything I have learned from you guys, I feel very well prepared to deal with my next purchase.

**Cataboo** · 11-07-2010, 08:20 AM

Rack included if wanted. I had a problem fitting a rack because of how small the frame was, so we ended up bending the fittings of the rack a bit, and attaching it at the seat post clamp. It's not super pretty, but it's functional (old picture, so it does have some things on it that aren't currently on the bike)

I just have a junky saddle on it now (well, I am sure someone thinks it's fine, but I find it junky 'cause my bum hates it) - I figured anyone on here would have their own saddle preferences so I wouldn't try to put a nice one on it. But I think I might have an old terry butterfly somewhere.

**Cataboo** · 11-07-2010, 03:51 PM

Okay, the surly is spoken for

**Roadtrip** · 11-07-2010, 04:25 PM

I'm sure she's found a good home. There is a Surly dealer here in town and I'm thinking about going to take some test rides!

Shannon

**jessmarimba** · 11-07-2010, 04:34 PM

Now if anyone has a spare 52cm pacer lying around, let me know!

**ultraviolet** · 11-07-2010, 05:17 PM

Originally Posted by Cataboo

Okay, the surly is spoken for

I'm so glad you said that. I kept coming in here and admiring the pictures, and then having to remind myself that it was way too small for me and I needed to stop.

**eofelis** · 11-11-2010, 03:55 PM

Looks like my little Pacer frame is moving on to another home. (I sold this one to Cataboo a couple of years ago.)

I do have another 42cm black Pacer frame for sale. No fork! Just the frame. It's in good condition. Asking $100 plus shipping. (Sorry to hijack your sale thread Cataboo, it was just very on-topic!)

**Bike Chick** · 11-11-2010, 04:33 PM

Yes, the little Pacer arrived at my house today! She's tucked away for the night and seems quite content!

**Cataboo** · 11-11-2010, 05:58 PM

Originally Posted by Bike Chick

Yes, the little Pacer arrived at my house today! She's tucked away for the night and seems quite content!

Awesome - she looked quite rugged with those black treaded tires.

**Cataboo** · 11-11-2010, 05:59 PM

Originally Posted by surlypacer

Looks like my little Pacer frame is moving on to another home. (I sold this one to Cataboo a couple of years ago.)

I do have another 42cm black Pacer frame for sale. No fork! Just the frame. It's in good condition. Asking $100 plus shipping. (Sorry to hijack your sale thread Cataboo, it was just very on-topic!)

ha. I kind of miss the pacer. Don't tempt me!

**Catrin** · 11-12-2010, 02:01 AM

Originally Posted by Bike Chick

Yes, the little Pacer arrived at my house today! She's tucked away for the night and seems quite content!

Sweet!

**lostcamper** · 06-20-2011, 10:58 AM

Originally Posted by surlypacer

Looks like my little Pacer frame is moving on to another home. (I sold this one to Cataboo a couple of years ago.)

I do have another 42cm black Pacer frame for sale. No fork! Just the frame. It's in good condition. Asking $100 plus shipping. (Sorry to hijack your sale thread Cataboo, it was just very on-topic!)

This is a long shot since this has been posted a while ago, but you wouldn't happen to still have that 42cm Pacer frame would you? If so, I DEFINITELY want it right now! I'm having a heck of a time finding one in stock around town for my short self. Though I haven't been able to test ride one, I am 5'2, and have a 42cm Long Haul Trucker that is a fine fit, so I'm assuming the 42cm for the Pacer is the way to go.

Let me know if you still have it, or if anyone else has one (frame or complete), pipe in. Thanks!

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