Just wanted to mention another thing. The gearing of the S-RAM 9 speed is amazing. I took it for granted until the day I opened the garage to ride to work and realized Dixon had a flat rear tire (metal screw thread embeded straight through the traed!) I almost caved and hopped in the car. I then decided that i would ride my sons K2 ZED 3.0 mtn bike to work. The ride was smooth due to the knobbies and fork suspension, but the gearing was aweful for commuting. Shifting around between the front and rear gears searching for my usual S-RAM 14% up down gearing the Swobo has was futile! I hope I don't have to ride that one again. I also noticed that tat 9-speed hub is $350 itself! Wow.

Posted by: JD | October 25, 2008 9:59 am

Can the Novak chainguard be mounted to a Dixon frame? Interesting that it's not an option for this bike.

Posted by: Steve | October 21, 2008 12:38 am

	Our Novak chainguard is custom to that frame - meaning dimensionally. We had it made specially for us. Also, it needs specific tabs welded on the frame. It would not fit the Dixon, sorry. Posted by: Sky | October 22, 2008 11:22 am

Are the SWOBO rear rack and rear basket in your Hard Parts section the same as the rack and basket shown in your Dixon photo?

Posted by: David | October 17, 2008 2:51 pm

	Yes. Posted by: Sky | October 22, 2008 11:23 am

When do you guys plan on getting the 18" back in stock again?

Posted by: Keith | October 12, 2008 -2:39 am

	We will have them in Jan/Feb 2009. Posted by: Sky | October 14, 2008 12:11 am
	We will have them in Jan/Feb 2009. Posted by: Sky | October 14, 2008 12:11 am

I'm looking closely at the Dixon. My only quetion is speed. I had a 30 pound road bike I could ride forever at 20-23 mph :). I had a mt. bike that weight about the same but rode like a lead sled, took all I had to do 15 mph :(. Would the Dixon ride like the road bike or the mt. bike?

Posted by: CB | October 11, 2008 6:01 pm

I would say it is somewhere in between. I have been clocked by a roadside speed monitor doing an easy 20 mph clip in 7th gear with rack, basket and fenders in tow. If you ride mostly smooth stuff, you could also replace the tires with something more road like. Go either skinnier/harder, or replace the 65 psi with the exact same Kenda Qwuest 1.5 tires in a 100 psi version. Posted by: JD | October 25, 2008 9:39 am

..after reading the reviews i notice that the rear hub is integral to the frame. i'm wondering, if there's a flat, is it easy enough to remove the hub with a socket or box wrench to repair the flat? ..hmmm havent really looked but can i put a basket on front? thanks for your time:)

Posted by: Charles l | October 05, 2008 3:41 pm

	The rear hub is not integral to the frame. The gear mechanism is internal, so not exposed. The wheel is extremely easy to remove from the frame. It is a 15mm nut. SRAM has a great video on their web-site, of wheel removal. Yes, you can put a basket on the front. Our Wald baskets fit all our bikes. Posted by: Sky | October 07, 2008 12:03 am

I am interested in the dixon bike. I wanted to know why you did not make the fork out of steel.Is a steel fork a future option.

Posted by: Hal avery | October 02, 2008 5:34 pm

We designed the fork and dropouts to complement the frame design, meaning the size of the blades and the shape. Some bikes have forks that are just assembled on the frame with little thought of how they look/work together, but we went to the extra expense of designing a fork for this frame and opening up molds for the dropouts, to get the bike to look integrated. Steel blades with that diameter would have been overly heavy. We will not offer a Dixon fork in steel. Posted by: Sky | October 07, 2008 12:09 am

Top bike. My perfect companion to ride in Seattle! the internal hub is fantastic... I particularly appreciate the smooth shifting. some gears (8 and 9) are a bit noisy though, may need some adjustment??

Posted by: Ludovic Ulrich | October 01, 2008 8:21 pm

I am about 30 days from buying a Dixon. I can not find the rear carrier and basket (pictured on the bike) in the "hard parts" section. Are they still available?

Posted by: Duke | October 01, 2008 4:54 am

	Yes, please use the blue scroll bar and scroll down through the Hard Parts. You will see the rack and basket near the bottom of all the parts. Please contact kickstand@swobo.com if you have any more questions. Posted by: Sky | October 01, 2008 9:53 am

Can I get 990mm from pedal to seat top and 800mm from seat back to handlebar center out of a 20" Dixon?

Posted by: Phil | September 30, 2008 3:01 pm

	We are currently out of 20" Dixon. We will have them back in stock in Jan/Feb 2009. Posted by: Sky | October 07, 2008 3:14 pm

Can rear hub be switched to quick release?

Posted by: Jennifer | September 29, 2008 10:07 am

	No. SRAM hubs are designed to work with their specific axles, lock washers and spacers. The hubs are designed with a dedicated axle that is solid and quick-releases need a hollow axle. Posted by: Sky | September 30, 2008 10:25 am

Low budget, lots of riding. Looking for a good bike for steep hills back and forth to work, possibly something for the group rides as well. Must be an all day bike that can adapt to rear rack and fenders. Commuter with attitude. Also, must handle snow. Winter is coming, you know. Any helpful feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Posted by: Everett Morris | September 27, 2008 11:42 am

my first child will be named "Dixon"...so, i'm now a full pledged commuter. it's been 3 months and i'm healthy as an ox, energy to booth and i've saved...get ready for this...approx $1000 in gas NOT driving to work. my new best friend "Dixon" has paid for it self. oh, umm...i've been passing a "few" cars stuck in traffic on my route to and from work (hehehe). it's been a drastic change in my life style and i thank you for the positive movement...BIG UP! Swobo, much LOVE and RESPECT!

Posted by: Teeks | September 27, 2008 0:00 am

Am 6'5" and am worried that the dixon 22" size is going to be just too small. Can you allay these mighty big fears? I am one inch off your chart. I commute 20 miles (Seattle with hills) round trip. Appreciate your commentary. Paul

Posted by: Paul Boardman | September 26, 2008 0:44 am

I would like to help you out, Paul. I have come to the conclusion it's not your overall height, it is your inseam of your pants, or leg length. I am 5'10" and find a 22 comfortable. According to the size chart, I need an 18 which is too small for me. Consider matching your inseam on the chart, not your overall height. Hope it was some help. Keep riding no matter what!! Posted by: Everett Morris | September 27, 2008 11:38 am

I've had the Dixon 5 months, and have ridden it 10 miles a day since. I love it. My ride has some fairly good hills, and the 9-speed hub is perfect. It is easy to adjust, and works smoothly if it is adjusted correctly. I sometimes have to ease up on the cranks to down-shift, but overall it works great. I have the fenders and the rear basket, which I use to carry my "stuff" to work, or to pick up a few groceries on the way home. The bike is perfect for commuting, as it deals well with sidewalks, driveway aprons, bike paths, sticks, stones, curbs, potholes, etc that are typical in the real world. Dixon is TUFF!

Posted by: JD | September 24, 2008 4:04 am

For any city dweller this is the bike to have. Brakes stop good, the internal gearing is great for stop and go in the burbs. As the other poster said the bike is a real head turner and conversation piece. With it being to sleek and all. I put some balloon tires on mine and it really makes the bike stand out. All the parts are well machined, frame is built like a tank (yet suprisinly lightweight) so far it has taken all my abuse! Great bike, I love it, you should buy one.

Posted by: Erik | September 23, 2008 1:57 pm

I picked mine up back in June and I couldn't be happier. Good height, good weight, solid construction. Putting it together was a breeze and the ride is smooth. LA is surprisingly hilly, but the 9 gears is all you need. And I've never had more questions about a bike -- people stop me all the time to ask me about the frame, the internal gears, the brand, etc. It's definitely turned into a conversation piece.

Posted by: Mark | September 23, 2008 9:20 am

I've had my Dixon for about a month and love it! I was originally considering the Otis 3 speed but am glad that I went with the 9-speed. The range of gears is excellent and the internal hub and shifting are just great! The geometry is a perfect blend of stability + responsiveness. Thans for designing and building such a great bike! :-)

Posted by: Bob | September 23, 2008 9:19 am

I've had this bike about six weeks. The setup was simple (which was important since Kauai is a little far from San Francisco). Mine came with BB7 brakes both front and rear, a worthy upgrade from the BB5's. Internal gearing was important to me because I didn't want to fool with sand in multiple external cogs. Shifting was perfectly set up; I didn't have to touch the adjustment. I had a few questions which were answered personally by Sky. Kauai isn't exactly urban but this bike is perfect for going to the beach, exercising, and, if the bike path ever gets finished, riding the seven miles to work. Great company with the right attitude.

Posted by: Kauaijim | September 23, 2008 9:00 am

Love this bike! I ride it about 8-10 miles every trip and its been performing like a champ. Went through a couple of heavy rain storms with it too and makes me appreciate the internal gear hub even more. Last but not least, front and rear disc brakes rock!

Posted by: Sung | September 23, 2008 7:23 am

Does the otis frame have a mount for rear disc brake

Posted by: Russell allen | September 22, 2008 5:09 pm

	Nope. Coaster brake. Posted by: | September 22, 2008 5:25 pm
	Except the images show a disc in association with the rear wheel (?). Posted by: Craig | September 22, 2008 9:36 pm
	He said Otis, now I think you're talking about the Dixon....if you have a tech question that needs answering, I know you can email kickstand@swobo.com and they can help you out. Posted by: Pete | September 23, 2008 7:08 am