The Perfect Alfine-11 Bikes

Merry Christmas! Like Santa, bike manufacturers are secretly listening to what we want.  Today, the Alfine-8's are beginning to get phased out, and we are seeing more and more Alfine-11.  In the US, the 11-speed hub itself was initially $600-700.  But now, from Google shopping:

Shimano Alfine-11	Condition	Total price	Base price
Bikes Online	New	$492.09	$492.09
eBikeStop.com	New	$501.95	$489.95
Remember Delaware	New	$522.32	$522.32
BikePartsExpress.com	New	$548.99	$548.99
eBay - dana67301	New	$576.64	$568.99
eBay	New	$593.00	$593.00
Joyride Cycles	New	$607.49	$607.49
eBay - cycleclubsports	New	$619.81	$612.31
Bike.com	New	$663.88	$657.89
Tree Fort Bikes	New	$674.99	$674.99

From the list above, we have 1/3 of the Alfine-11 Speed hubs at around $500, which is more "affordable" than when it first came out I guess.   Did I mentioned the required cog, small part kit, and the $70+ shifter (assuming you are not getting the Versa brifter)?  Ok... so the point is unless you are planning to upgrade your bike, or you can't tell what's the difference between $100 and $1000, it's probably not a good idea to buy a hub and build from scratch.  Now, at least online and shippable to US,  we are finally able to get a hold of these bikes that come with Alfine-11 and quality steel frame... all stock and in black.  So far, here are the top three of our perfect and obtainable bikes:

1.  On-One Pompetamine Versa 11 Speed Pro - $1,646.63  (+ ~$100 shipping)

2.  Fahrrad Manufaktur T-600 Alfine 11-Gang - $1525.58 (OMG! Look at those lights and tires! Shipping is $282.33!)

Where to buy one? xxcycle.com


3.  Charge Mixer City - $1299.99 (Tax of $118 for California residence in addition to $48.00 shipping)

Where to buy one?  Performance Bicycle

Merry Christmas and have fun shopping.