FIT S3 Aitken - Best Light Street Frame?

Who isn't familiar with this frame? At 4.59lbs in a 20.75" and 4.67lbs in a 21" this frame is arguably one of the lightest options (still waiting for that Ti Grim Reaper from Eastern, should be here around Spring) and a damn nice riding bike. With Fit selling 1000's of these guys, the jury is out... and they have a verdict, it's dialed.

I have been on this frame for around three months now, street, park, garage (damn winter) and I have no complaints yet. Steep head tube (75 degrees) and 13.75" rear end, this frame is perfect for street and park. The compact frame and integrated headset are becoming pretty standard but are a welcome mix. Seatstay brakes keep the drivetrain tiny, and the mid BB is a breeze to pop in. How about the colors black, green, blue, and now flat white (nice). Tubes are amazingly tough for the weight, no real dents on the chainstays yet, and trust me they have had their abuse... it can't be all good though can it? Well pretty much.

The top tube, although plenty stiff, is not quite so dent resistant, of all the tubes it is without a doubt the most prone to injury (mine has a nice little dent from falling onto the stand). The drop outs are also a tad short, not a real problem but depending on your chain you may not be able to slam the wheel up as far as possible and keep a tight chain. Luckily this has been addressed over on Grindstate (props for the idea). A die grinder and 20 minutes lengthened the drop outs just enough to get the wheel alllll the way forward. Great idea, and hello 13.5" rear end. Only other downfall (and this just depends on your cash flow) the price, $340, not cheap but hey you gotta pay for technology.

So go check one out it you haven't already, thanks to the boys at Fit and S&M for putting together such a great frame. Also speaking from the industry side, S&M (builds and distributes Fit) is the NUMBER ONE company I have ever dealt with. Good people and good service you guys are dedicated and it is appreciated. WORD