General Cycling Discussion - Anyone have info on Truvatin cransets vs. FSA?

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chas0039
07-03-07, 03:47 PM
Hey guys,

I need your help. I bought a bike from BikesDirect and the crankset was supposed to be an RPM by FSA Forged Aluminum Triple. Instead I got a Truvatin Sram Isoflow road crank. I am sort of familiar with the FSA crank but I know nothing about the Truvatin.

If anyone can give me some perspective about what I got I would appreciate it. I will most likely have to send the crank back for replacement, and I can’t ride until I get some idea of what to do.

Thanks

CastIron
07-03-07, 04:48 PM
I wouldn't sweat the difference. Tru-Vativ and FSA cranks swim in the same pond.
goldfishin
07-03-07, 05:24 PM
get a shimano or a campy crank. they make the best.

chas0039
07-03-07, 07:09 PM
Thanks guys, I plan to upgrade to a Shimano when I can, but in the meantime it is good to know that what I have is not significantly different from what I expected.
cs1
07-05-07, 02:54 AM
get a shimano or a campy crank. they make the best.

+1

The only other crank that I like is Sugino. Now that Campy doesn't use a square taper crank/BB Sugino is the only game in town. At least the only quality game in town.

PS. I believe Stronglight uses Sugino forgings.

Tim