My Commuter Build (Poseidon Redwood)

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My bike pump is so old they don't sell it anymore

[justinkelleher]

I’ve been looking for an inexpensive but capable flat bar commuter that can push hills into downtown, lock up at the market, then cut through alleys and river paths back home. I watched just about every video on YouTube about this bike and yours finally convinced me to buy it. Your upgrades are inspo; I already have WTB tires on the way to swap during build. Also I never thought I’d want a basket but it looks so damn cool on your bike haha. Thanks!

[difflocktwo]

Dynamo lights and full fenders are pretty much a must. I tried a derailleur setup, but it was too much hassle/cost to keep running smoothly. Trying out a shimano nexus 8 now; so far, much better. Not maintenance free, but shifting performance is less affected by environment.

[riskyrax]

Sick steed. Beverage bags are essential for the commute I have em on all of mine including 1 on a basket bike. Handy handlers 👌

[marcclish]

A copper or brass bell to match the rivets on the saddle.. you shouldn't have a problem with the saddle as long as it's proofed.

[stevepeet]

I'm looking forward to seeing what mirror you choose. I'm looking for a handlebar mount mirror.

[david]

I have the Redwood dropbar edition and it provides a great value for the money. You really have to ask yourself just how “bells and whistles you’re willing to pay for. Most people change the saddle and pedals when they first get the bike anyway and finding one with exactly what you want on it is going to be nearly impossible below $3, 000. It’s been a great commuter and isn’t anywhere close to as heavy as it looks.

[ThatFlowState]

Nice build, for my use case a dynamo hub and lights are essential especially in winter. And while I would love to run with just an ass saver, it would be far too messy.

[OwenSindler]

Hi. Nice build. How about a helmet mirror? I love mine.

[LandonKinney]

Getting my new bike from Old Towne Bikeshop today!

[johnhollister]

I just started building up my Redwood and was wondering about your Salsa Bends handlebar. How is it better for you than the stock bar? Also, did you consider upgrading to compression-less brake housing? Thx, enjoying your videos.

[SVKobayashiMaru]

Why not commute with the Bullitt? Is there a reason you seem to not use it much?

[Jon_Drew]

How tall are you? I am just 5'11 tall. Stuck between choosing the the medium and the large.

[imstillhereileft]

What's your height for reference? I'm 5, 10 but all .y bikes are large & all city super pro in a52 but 120 mm stem, looking at one on CG cheap 400 new

[T_track]

To me commuter screams full fenders but thus is definitely a nice build!!