Bigger guy trying to get into cycling
Need advice on what bike I should get as a bigger rider getting into cycling/fixed gear stuff.
I’m 185cm and around 130kg, so durability and wheel strength matter a lot for me. I’m mainly looking for something fun, reliable and cool looking rather than full-on racing.
The bikes I’ve been considering are:
- Tsunami SNM100 $1000 NZD
- GT Pulse Re-Issue Track bike $850 NZD
- BMC Timemachine TMR01 $1200 NZD
- Avanti Pista Pro $800 NZD
I know the BMC is a completely different category, but it came up locally for cheap and got me thinking. Originally I was leaning more toward fixed gear because I really like the simplicity and aesthetics.
The GT Pulse especially caught my attention because of the H+Son / Surly wheel setup and the overall look.
Main concerns:
- I’m a heavier rider so I don’t want fragile wheels
- Want something that won’t feel horrible on normal roads
- Don’t want to buy something that becomes a money pit
- Still want something fun and good-looking
Would you guys go:
- proper fixed gear (GT Pulse / Tsunami / Pista)
- or aero road bike (BMC)
And if fixed gear, which of those would you trust most for a heavier rider?
Any advice appreciated because I’m still pretty new to this side of cycling.