I don't know how to start my review without providing how I got here first, so bear with me lol. So I was previously riding a Cannondale Bad Boy for almost two decades. Fantastic ride for what I needed it for. To get some cardio when the weather permits me to. Eventually, the front suspension gave out and that's when I started learning just how proprietary bicycles can be. Getting the bike back to its "normal state" would actually cost me more than the bicycle itself.
I did some research and eventually found Brooklyn Bicycle (if I remember correctly, with a little help from AI). What sold me really were three things; the bikes are built and tested to survive these NYC streets, I can eventually fully customize the bike when the time comes (without the worries of proprietary parts) and less components (no front derailleur, suspension, etc.) which means less of a headache when it comes to maintenance.
It's been a little over a month now since I been riding my new Roebling and I must say, I'm happy I made this purchase. The ride is smooth. The 9-speed is not a bad range, compared to what I've been used to. Love the look and it's quite comfortable. Granted, I did change the seat to what I was previously using, so I don't have input on the stock seat.
Something I MUST ADD. I'm 5'10'' with an inseam of about 33''. I was battling so much on what to choose between medium or large. I know on paper medium is probably the one for me, but luckily that size was sold out when it came time for me to purchase and decided to run with the large. I AM NOT MAD WHATSOEVER. Love it!!!! Shoutout to Brooklyn! Much love from Washington Heights.
- Sincerely G
