If you are willing to look at steel, check the Surly and All-City frames. The Surly Cross Check (cross frame with cantilever brakes) lists for about $500.
Here's a sample of the All-City Mr. Pink : https://road.cc/content/review/220869-all-city-cycles-mr-pink
The frame and fork are listed for $650 at bikeparts.com on a 49. That's are very well made and well reviewed steel frame that will probably outlive you.
Here's a sample of the All-City Mr. Pink : https://road.cc/content/review/220869-all-city-cycles-mr-pink
The frame and fork are listed for $650 at bikeparts.com on a 49. That's are very well made and well reviewed steel frame that will probably outlive you.
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