I got the Surly!

**gbunker** · 08-09-2011, 09:12 AM

I figured I would start a new thread to continue my bike saga, as I did end up getting the Surly Pacer a couple of days ago. Fun!

This was a Craigslist find, so I was nervous about meeting the seller, of course. He ended up being really normal, and we chatted about bikes for a while. He was nice, and I ended up getting the bike for a great price.

The bike is a 50 cm black Pacer. I took it in to our local bike coop yesterday to have it checked out, and it's all in good working order. It had a flat when I got it, and I managed to change out the tube without too much trouble. It's in the shop right now having the rear wheel trued, having a shorter, more angled stem put on, getting in-line brakes installed, and having a rear rack put on. It already has fenders. (This will be primarily a commuter.) I have new cork tape ready to put on it when I get the bike back tomorrow.

The saddle is terrible, so I will be trying out saddles until I get one that fits. And I think I need a really bright, fun helmet, to offset the black. Also, bike needs a name!

Fun stuff! I am learning a ton! Thanks!
Gillian

**Biciclista** · 08-09-2011, 09:32 AM

congrats on the new bike!

**Nick** · 08-09-2011, 10:56 AM

Congrats! Enjoy the new bike (and project)...

**Owlie** · 08-09-2011, 01:53 PM

Congrats on the new bike! Many happy miles to you!

(And post pictures please.

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**gbunker** · 08-09-2011, 03:21 PM

I will.

It's still at the shop right now.

**Velocivixen** · 08-09-2011, 07:58 PM

I guess you could call her "Morticia" lol Then get one of those Nutcase helmets with a brain design on it (cerebral cortex design)

(just kidding).

**gbunker** · 08-09-2011, 08:45 PM

That's pretty good, actually! LOL!

**meggers113** · 08-10-2011, 10:12 AM

Originally Posted by Muirenn

There is a blog somewhere with a young woman who uses a cute helmet that looks like a hat with a flower on it. Something like that? I'm sure someone can post it since I saw it linked on here, but if not, I can look for it later.

Muirenn, I think you're thinking of Sheryl Yvette?

**jlnc** · 08-10-2011, 11:40 AM

She is one of my favorite bloggers!

**VeganBikeChick** · 08-10-2011, 01:14 PM

Nice! Congrats!

**bikerHen** · 08-10-2011, 02:25 PM

Man, what I wouldn't give to find a 50cm Pacer on my local CL! Congratulations on your find!

**Roadtrip** · 08-10-2011, 03:46 PM

Sounds like a super find for sure! Congrats!!!

Shannon

**gbunker** · 08-13-2011, 07:37 PM

I rode the Surly to work on Thursday, and it was intimidating! I felt pretty vulnerable and like I was waaay out over the front wheel. By Friday, I was wondering if it was too much bike for me.

My partner and I went out and test rode a bunch of hybrids today- she is looking for a good commuter. I think it was good for me to try out a bunch of different bikes. Afterwards, we went on a short ride with me on the Surly, and it started to feel better! I was zipping easily up hills! I didn't feel quite so precarious! I think I'm going to be able to ride this thing after all!

Whew!

Gillian

**Velocivixen** · 08-13-2011, 08:44 PM

Great Going Gillian! I can only imagine that as time goes by and you get more miles in on the Pacer it will feel better and better. I know for me there was and is a learning curve transitioning from a hybrid to a road bike.

**gbunker** · 08-14-2011, 04:12 PM

We rode the Portland Bridge Pedal today. It was only a 13 mile loop, but it was a 20 mile ride door to door. Since it was so crowded, I opted to ride my Amsterdam, which is easier for lots of stops and starts. But wow, it's so heavy! It didn't help that I was towing my son in a Burley. After the ride, I weighed the trailer, and it was almost 60 lbs. So, about 100 lbs total including the bike!

I can't wait to zip to work on the Surly tomorrow, lol!

Gillian

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