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I have 2 OTPs, with help in the choosing from a hated list: a Bowery and a Red Capo 5.
I love both, but there are similarities, but the differences are significant.
Bowery: Good frame geometry. Strong and feels very secure. Tracks well. Lightness and rigidity of frame makes for instananeous acceleration. Stiff through potholes, but comforting on smooth paths. In my opinion, an excellent frame for upgrading, though mine will be very few.
Capo 5: True that I've only had it 5 minutes, but I used to do alot of miles back in the day, so I know a little bit. Headset-fork join is vastly superior to the Bowery. Though the frame feels not much different, the changes of direction and sudden hard braking, affect it much less. I feel the the parts are a bit superior, where it counts the most (hubs, headset, fork). The choice of tyres are a revelation. They are Maxxis re-FUSEs and I had them pumped to 120psi (max) on the front and 125psi (more than max) at the rear. The ride is smooth and supple. Tracking, pulls slightly to the left, but within acceptable tolerances (for me).
And, even though the Capo 5 is the prettier, more respected, and possible the better bike, I actually prefer my Bowery. A bit of slap and lipstick, and she probably can look pretty good too. Bowery is the lady, and Capo is the fancy mistress from uptown.
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