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  1. Original post
    digigal1
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    I searched and found a lot on this, but I hope my question is just
    different enough to warrant a new thread. I realized while practicing
    the other day that I have absolutely no desire to hop onto or off of
    picnic tables or over trials gaps. I also don't see myself riding down
    treacherous mountain tracks that would scare me on my $1,500 mountain
    bike, let alone one wheel. I don't anticipate riding long distances for
    hours on end, nor do I feel the urge to get into tons of freestyle
    skills like wheelwalking. I'm thinking of plain recreational riding.

    I do want something solid, good quality. I originally thought I'd buy a
    muni just because they look so tough, but now I don't think that's the
    best idea for me. I’m thinking at least a 24" wheel or maybe even a
    26", so I don’t have to pedal myself silly going down the sloping paved
    hills around my neighborhood. But I also don't want such a large wheel
    that I'll lose a lot of maneuverability. I also would like the ability
    to ride in grassy fields, on dirt footpaths or over loose pebbles
    without crashing. I know I'll have to compromise on some things.

    I’ve had my Torker LX for several months now and can freemount (only
    sometimes, but I think I have the idea,) and pedal the length of a
    parking lot. I plan on continuing to use it to learn how to idle, ride
    backwards, execute tight corners, and roll off/hop up curbs. But for
    the type of riding I’ll probably do, what brand/type do you think? Or
    if components, what kind of frame, wheel type/size etc.? My budget would
    be about $500 US, maybe more if there’s something out there worth the
    extra dollars.

    Thanks everybody.

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  2. mgrant
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    For what you described I think that any of the unicycles described
    'here' (http://tinyurl.com/4m68w) would suit the task just fine.

    My preference would be for the "Semcycle Deluxe 26-inch Standard Model"
    but I'd switch the saddle for a KH saddle.

    If the most you plan on doing is just basic riding around with an
    occasional curb drop then even the inexpensive $60 sun 26" unicycle
    would probably be (barely?) adequate.

    You'll notice that the prices vary quite a bit; from $60 to over $400
    but none breaks the $500 barrier you mentioned.

    Ultimately I believe that it is very much a matter of personal
    preference/budget. I've never ruined a unicycle rim. And rarely have I
    bent or broken cranks or hubs even on the cheapest of unicycles. I'm
    sure others will have strong opinions that are biased by their type of
    riding. In the end, only you can answer what is the best unicycle for
    you.

    -mg

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  3. Borges
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    If I where you, I'd get the 'SUN'
    (http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=651) , and upgrade to a
    Kris Holm or Miyata seat.
    I wouldn't describe a SUN as "solid", but unless you do terrible things
    to it the wheel is probably the only thing you'll risk breaking. If the
    wheel gets ruined, or you change your mind about muniing, you can get a
    'wheel upgrade' (http://tinyurl.com/56d79) and still be well under your
    budget

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    practicality of the conventional unicycle" -Mikefule
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  4. Max_Dingemans
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    I'd recommend something like a yuni or sem xlw, alex dx32, and a maxxis
    hookworm, suzue hub and bicycle euro crank arms. They make fine
    cruisers, and are perfectly solid for most riding. All the components
    listed above would work with a 24" or a 26". The result is a nice,
    smooth ride. It also ends up being reasonably affordable. The Hookworm
    also works reasonably well for grassy/dirt or thin gravel.

    Infact, 'this' (http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=339) is
    the wheel I would recommend. Put a hookworm on, and add a seat/pedals
    and you're ready to go.

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  5. mscalisi
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    I think the question to ask yourself, is what do you want that your
    Torker LX doesn't do?

    If you have a hard time answering that, I'd just wait and enjoy what you
    have. Eventually, you may get into some of the things that you say
    you're not interested in.

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  6. Ken Cline
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    Max_Dingemans said:

    I'd recommend something like a yuni or sem xlw, alex dx32, and a maxxis
    hookworm, suzue hub and bicycle euro crank arms.

    Ditto. I love that tire, though I should mention it also runs very
    well on less burly rims (my rim is 23.5mm inside width compared with
    32.2mm for the DX32).

    Whatever you decide, don't opt for the Sun unicycle. It is neither
    solid nor good quality. It may be OK for someone with only $60 to
    spend, but you should look for something better.

    Ken

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  7. digigal1
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    I figured it’s a pretty good bet that I’d enjoy the touring kind of
    riding I described. I want a new uni because like to purchase
    high-quality stuff, I think I’ll really enjoy trying a bigger wheel now,
    and I just got extra birthday cash yesterday to supplement my slush
    fund, and it’s burning a hole in my pocket!

    Thanks for the suggestions. I was looking at the Yuni 26-inch Black on
    unicycle.com. It already comes with the KH saddle, suzie hub and the
    euro cranks. If I upgrade to the hookworm tire and alex rim, anybody
    know how much extra that would be?

    Thanks again.

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  8. Krashin'Kenny
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    digigal1 said:

    *I figured it’s a pretty good bet that I’d enjoy the touring kind of
    riding I described. I want a new uni because like to purchase
    high-quality stuff, I think I’ll really enjoy trying a bigger wheel
    now, and I just got extra birthday cash yesterday to supplement my
    slush fund, and it’s burning a hole in my pocket!

    Thanks for the suggestions. I was looking at the Yuni 26-inch Black
    on unicycle.com. It already comes with the KH saddle, suzie hub and
    the euro cranks. If I upgrade to the hookworm tire and alex rim,
    anybody know how much extra that would be?

    Thanks again. *

    I'm not sure if you need to spend the extra money for an alex rim. I
    was just reading the spec sheet on it and it appears to have a very good
    quality wheelset that comes with a tire that is over 2" wide. I would
    email uni.com and just get them to swap out the tire to a hookworm. The
    rim should be plenty wide to accept the Hookworm and stong enough to
    hold up well for the type of riding that you describe

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  9. mscalisi
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    That sounds like a pretty nice setup.

    I have the hookworm on my 24" SemXL, and I like it a lot now, but I
    didn't like it at first. It requires a relatively high PSI to be
    ridable, which doesn't make it great for hops and drops. It's also not
    going to be very grippy off of paved surfaces. On pavement however,
    it's very precise and manuverable. You can turn on a dime with it. It
    also looks cool.

    I don't know that the rim upgrade will do much for you. It comes with a
    double-walled rim which should handle quite a bit. The frame also won't
    hold a super-wide tire which would warrant a rim like the DX-32.

    Overall, it looks like a pretty nice choice. Good enough to get you
    doing some light MUni too. (not with the hookworm) The 26" inch size is
    nice because you have all sorts of Mt. Bike tire choices available to
    you.

    digigal1 said:

    *I figured it’s a pretty good bet that I’d enjoy the touring kind of
    riding I described. I want a new uni because like to purchase
    high-quality stuff, I think I’ll really enjoy trying a bigger wheel
    now, and I just got extra birthday cash yesterday to supplement my
    slush fund, and it’s burning a hole in my pocket!

    Thanks for the suggestions. I was looking at the Yuni 26-inch Black
    on unicycle.com. It already comes with the KH saddle, suzie hub and
    the euro cranks. If I upgrade to the hookworm tire and alex rim,
    anybody know how much extra that would be?

    Thanks again. *

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