stevemtbr
04-23-11, 08:40 PM
whats the drivetrain? rival?^^^
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waynesworld
04-23-11, 11:11 PM
Well there she is. Ordered from Realcyclist.com and just delivered today. Would of shot the traditional white front garage door but the weather really is crappy this evening. Out of the "big box" the bike is fully assembled and was flawless with no scratches etc. Everything was adjusted/torqued fine but I still did some fine tuning to suit my tastes. The stem is 90mm and I will swap it out with a 130mm. Possible Thomson set back seat post and will switch the brakes to the opposite sides before cross season starts.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00467.jpg
That bike is beautiful.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00467.jpg
That bike is beautiful.
20inchesoflove
04-24-11, 10:57 AM
Ok, now we have the white garage door pic. Took off the 90mm stem and put on a 130mm FSA stem. I have everything dialed in and just have been on some short shake down rides. The paint job is flawless and the welds are perfect. This is my first time on SRAM and the rear shifting is very precise and crisp. The front shifting I'm not to thrilled with but it does move the chain as advertised. Great braking, very solid. Had just a very slight brake chatter up front and I toed in the pads a chatter went away. Wheel/tire durability I won't know until I take it on some serious trail rides. But so far so good.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00477.jpg
130 stem and your seat way back? frame seems too small for you?
nice bike thoughmy roomate just built up the same frame in a 58 full Dura-ace 7900 including wheels, easton everything else
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00477.jpg
130 stem and your seat way back? frame seems too small for you?
nice bike thoughmy roomate just built up the same frame in a 58 full Dura-ace 7900 including wheels, easton everything else
CliftonGK1
04-24-11, 11:47 AM
130 stem and your seat way back? frame seems too small for you?
I'm guessing short legs, long arms/torso since the seatpost isn't jacked up sky high.
I'm guessing short legs, long arms/torso since the seatpost isn't jacked up sky high.
stevemtbr
04-24-11, 08:26 PM
I'm guessing short legs, long arms/torso since the seatpost isn't jacked up sky high.
No not really, 32 in inseam at 5' 10". The next size frame would of been to tall . My road bike pictured has a 56.5cm top tube with a 130mm stem. The yeti has a 54.1cm top tube with a 130mm stem. So the Yeti is 24mm shorter than the Specialized. So far I'm happy with the position and I don't think I'll go with the Thomson set back post. Most of the rides on it now will be recovery/easy rides. But the deciding factor on the post will be when I actually start training for cyclo cross racing in August. The position is even close to my Trek Mt bike which also is a great ride.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00380.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00477.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00097.jpg
No not really, 32 in inseam at 5' 10". The next size frame would of been to tall . My road bike pictured has a 56.5cm top tube with a 130mm stem. The yeti has a 54.1cm top tube with a 130mm stem. So the Yeti is 24mm shorter than the Specialized. So far I'm happy with the position and I don't think I'll go with the Thomson set back post. Most of the rides on it now will be recovery/easy rides. But the deciding factor on the post will be when I actually start training for cyclo cross racing in August. The position is even close to my Trek Mt bike which also is a great ride.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00380.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00477.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/stevemtbr/DSC00097.jpg
20inchesoflove
04-24-11, 09:51 PM
5'10 and you're on a 54?? i have a 32" inseam as well and i ride a 57-59 depending on company
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
stevemtbr
04-24-11, 11:08 PM
5'10 and you're on a 54?? i have a 32" inseam as well and i ride a 57-59 depending on company
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
My Med sized Yeti has a 31.5" stand over height and the large has a 32.7 with a bottom bracket height of 11.3. That was the main reason for going with the med size.
Still all my rides are comfortable and I've never had a problem.
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
My Med sized Yeti has a 31.5" stand over height and the large has a 32.7 with a bottom bracket height of 11.3. That was the main reason for going with the med size.
Still all my rides are comfortable and I've never had a problem.
waynesworld
04-24-11, 11:18 PM
5'10 and you're on a 54?? i have a 32" inseam as well and i ride a 57-59 depending on company
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
I'm 5'11", also with 32 inseam, and I have a Kona Jake in 54. It sounds like the Yetis have a similar standover to the Jake. I couldn't comfortably do a 56, as the standover is higher than my inseam. Would you fit someone for a bike with negative standover clearance in your shop?
Edit: Just realized that sounds kind of pissy. Didn't mean it that way, but I really don't understand.
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
I'm 5'11", also with 32 inseam, and I have a Kona Jake in 54. It sounds like the Yetis have a similar standover to the Jake. I couldn't comfortably do a 56, as the standover is higher than my inseam. Would you fit someone for a bike with negative standover clearance in your shop?
Edit: Just realized that sounds kind of pissy. Didn't mean it that way, but I really don't understand.
M_S
04-25-11, 12:07 AM
5'10 and you're on a 54?? i have a 32" inseam as well and i ride a 57-59 depending on company
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
I'm 6' and i ride a 56-58 top tube. It just depends on so many things. I probably would never ride a true 59. With a cross bike part of that comes down to handling. I prefer a slightly shorter wheelbase. I also have long legs and a short torso. There are so many factors it's pretty tough to generalize from one or two measurements.
have you ever been professionally fitted? you could be getting a lot more power of your legs with a larger frame and a more forward saddle position. and your reach wouldn't be affected at all.
looks like both bikes have a 20mm setback post and the saddles are far back. if you weren't on the other side of the country i'd say come in to my shop and let me give you a consultation. just to try it out. you can always change it back
I'm 6' and i ride a 56-58 top tube. It just depends on so many things. I probably would never ride a true 59. With a cross bike part of that comes down to handling. I prefer a slightly shorter wheelbase. I also have long legs and a short torso. There are so many factors it's pretty tough to generalize from one or two measurements.
thisisbenji
04-25-11, 08:06 AM
It's so hard to tell over the internet how a bike fits someone. I'm 5'7" and am riding a 52 cm Crux but there is absolutely no stand over clearance, I might have been more comfortable on the 50..
stevemtbr
04-25-11, 08:40 AM
[QUOTE=thisisbenji;12552517]It's so hard to tell over the internet how a bike fits someone.
Yes that is so true. Plus it's not like I'm new to this sport. I've been riding and racing all my adult life and I'm 47. After having many bikes the Yeti was my first complete bike internet buy. None of my local shops could get me what I wanted so I turned to Realcyclist.com and they did a great job of getting my bike to me. I did a lot of research on sizing and read as many reviews as I could find on the bike and each individual componet before I made my purchase. Overall I'm completly satisfied.
Yes that is so true. Plus it's not like I'm new to this sport. I've been riding and racing all my adult life and I'm 47. After having many bikes the Yeti was my first complete bike internet buy. None of my local shops could get me what I wanted so I turned to Realcyclist.com and they did a great job of getting my bike to me. I did a lot of research on sizing and read as many reviews as I could find on the bike and each individual componet before I made my purchase. Overall I'm completly satisfied.
waynesworld
04-25-11, 11:54 AM
It's so hard to tell over the internet how a bike fits someone. I'm 5'7" and am riding a 52 cm Crux but there is absolutely no stand over clearance, I might have been more comfortable on the 50..
Very true. I confidently ordered a Jake in 54 (had to order from the web because I wanted last year's model) only because I previously owned a Jake The Snake in 54. Otherwise it's very difficult.
Very true. I confidently ordered a Jake in 54 (had to order from the web because I wanted last year's model) only because I previously owned a Jake The Snake in 54. Otherwise it's very difficult.
Andy_K
04-25-11, 12:12 PM
5'10 and you're on a 54?? i have a 32" inseam as well and i ride a 57-59 depending on company
I guess fit is a very personal thing. I'm 5'9" and not sure of my cycling inseam. I've got a 52cm Kona Jake (541mm top tube), a 54cm Major Jake (551mm TT) and a 54cm Surly Cross Check (560mm TT). The Jake is a little small, but workable. The Cross Check is a little long, but workable. The Major Jake is just right.
I guess fit is a very personal thing. I'm 5'9" and not sure of my cycling inseam. I've got a 52cm Kona Jake (541mm top tube), a 54cm Major Jake (551mm TT) and a 54cm Surly Cross Check (560mm TT). The Jake is a little small, but workable. The Cross Check is a little long, but workable. The Major Jake is just right.
Singlespeed92
04-25-11, 08:06 PM
Bought today,haven't ridden it yet (other than the test ride). 2011 Origin 8 700CX...
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX1.jpg
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX2.jpg
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX4.jpg
Can't wait to take 'er out! Have to go back to the LBS (which is actually not-so-local at 1.5 hours away via the hwy and my truck...) tomorrow to pick up my other bikes left for work done :twitchy:
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX1.jpg
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX2.jpg
http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww227/Longhaultruker1/2011%20Origin%208%20700CX/2011Origin8700CX4.jpg
Can't wait to take 'er out! Have to go back to the LBS (which is actually not-so-local at 1.5 hours away via the hwy and my truck...) tomorrow to pick up my other bikes left for work done :twitchy:
waynesworld
04-25-11, 08:30 PM
I like that Origin 8. Specifically, I'd like to know how you like the bars. All positions, especially on the hoods. Enjoy!
Singlespeed92
04-25-11, 08:37 PM
Thanks for the props,my friend :thumb: It may be a few days before I can get a proper ride in on it,but I'll let you know (besides having most-of-all-day errands most of the week,I'm currently in the tail-end of one of my spinal/neck issues,so it may be a few days) :)
waynesworld
04-25-11, 08:47 PM
Thanks for the props,my friend :thumb: It may be a few days before I can get a proper ride in on it,but I'll let you know (besides having most-of-all-day errands most of the week,I'm currently in the tail-end of one of my spinal/neck issues,so it may be a few days) :)
No hurry. Whenever. I just don't really like my ergo drops (still new though) and I'm looking for options. Really pretty bike!
No hurry. Whenever. I just don't really like my ergo drops (still new though) and I'm looking for options. Really pretty bike!
justin.
04-26-11, 04:15 PM
Post Paris to Ancaster. 60m km of road, fire roads, single and doubletrack, farmers fields, all with a 45 km wind, 2 degree weather and a steady mix of sideways rain, snow and hail. A truly epic and awesome ride.
I recently watched the video of this event on cxmagazine.com. It looked so fun!
I recently watched the video of this event on cxmagazine.com. It looked so fun!
mr.carljackson
04-27-11, 04:37 PM
Just got done converting an old steel Raleigh Grand Prix. Did change out the front forks, mainly because I didnt want to screw with trying to weld on the forks, and wanted something stronger. However I did scoop up some brake posts for the rear. Used a MIG welder since I'm cheap and its what was available. And they turned out at least functional. Which is pretty much the theme with the whole bike seeing as I'm cheap and in college.
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiDKMFhDeI/AAAAAAAAACk/U-lpDygAbzI/216565_1934016063815_1044700308_2291785_5452972_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiD60orCTI/AAAAAAAAACo/sMkcjlIX9mE/226925_1934017583853_1044700308_2291786_4174824_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiENUnF4JI/AAAAAAAAADI/cuvMCsV-E6s/s640/DSC00163.JPG
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiDKMFhDeI/AAAAAAAAACk/U-lpDygAbzI/216565_1934016063815_1044700308_2291785_5452972_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiD60orCTI/AAAAAAAAACo/sMkcjlIX9mE/226925_1934017583853_1044700308_2291786_4174824_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiENUnF4JI/AAAAAAAAADI/cuvMCsV-E6s/s640/DSC00163.JPG
sunstealth
04-27-11, 05:39 PM
here is my cyclocross/do it all rendition, which is a hybrid/29er I converted. I may change the frame next winter since I am a little streched out on the bike compared to my road bike.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/uploads/29939/DSCF03701.JPG
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/uploads/29939/DSCF0371.JPG
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/uploads/29939/DSCF03701.JPG
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/uploads/29939/DSCF0371.JPG
Singlespeed92
04-28-11, 10:19 AM
No hurry. Whenever. I just don't really like my ergo drops (still new though) and I'm looking for options. Really pretty bike!
I've only had chance ot ride it around the property still (between the neck having done it's thing-putting me hobbling on the cane most of the week-and some kinda dang flu...),but just from that (maybe a mile or so round and round and up the hollow?),seems pretty comfy. I'm hoping to feel up to a "real" ride by weekend or next week,probably road,but I'll get back to ya. And thanks for the kind words :)
I've only had chance ot ride it around the property still (between the neck having done it's thing-putting me hobbling on the cane most of the week-and some kinda dang flu...),but just from that (maybe a mile or so round and round and up the hollow?),seems pretty comfy. I'm hoping to feel up to a "real" ride by weekend or next week,probably road,but I'll get back to ya. And thanks for the kind words :)
waynesworld
04-28-11, 05:24 PM
I've only had chance ot ride it around the property still (between the neck having done it's thing-putting me hobbling on the cane most of the week-and some kinda dang flu...),but just from that (maybe a mile or so round and round and up the hollow?),seems pretty comfy. I'm hoping to feel up to a "real" ride by weekend or next week,probably road,but I'll get back to ya. And thanks for the kind words :)
Great! Hope you feel better. BTW, I still haven't gotten a chance to take a proper ride on my 2010 Jake that I got a week ago today. I'm really hoping for tomorrow.
Great! Hope you feel better. BTW, I still haven't gotten a chance to take a proper ride on my 2010 Jake that I got a week ago today. I'm really hoping for tomorrow.
conbon
04-28-11, 07:12 PM
Just threw this together over the last couple days, stole parts from my fixed gear and parts bin, then bought stuff like tires, brakes, and bar tape. Overall I'm very satisfied with it. ONly got like $150 invested in it. I'm going to try riding it to see if cross appeals to me, if it doesn't I can part it back out and loose very little on it, if I do like cross then I have a bike for next fall when racing starts again!
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u238/conbon575/sscx1.jpg
-Connor
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u238/conbon575/sscx1.jpg
-Connor
Singlespeed92
04-29-11, 05:42 AM
Great! Hope you feel better. BTW, I still haven't gotten a chance to take a proper ride on my 2010 Jake that I got a week ago today. I'm really hoping for tomorrow.
Thanks (on the hoping I feel better) :) Throat's still pretty raw,body aches aren't so bad,no fevers since yesterday...methinks i's a lot to do with the wife wanting the A/C on in the BR at night (even though it's hitting low 40's every night),LMBO!
Those Jake's are sposed t be really nice :thumb:,that has to be torture (mine isn't a week yet...Monday,LOL!)
Conbon: Kool beans,sweet ride for such little invested :thumb::D
Thanks (on the hoping I feel better) :) Throat's still pretty raw,body aches aren't so bad,no fevers since yesterday...methinks i's a lot to do with the wife wanting the A/C on in the BR at night (even though it's hitting low 40's every night),LMBO!
Those Jake's are sposed t be really nice :thumb:,that has to be torture (mine isn't a week yet...Monday,LOL!)
Conbon: Kool beans,sweet ride for such little invested :thumb::D
alwayshungry
04-30-11, 10:20 PM
Jumping in on this thread because I think sizing is such an important issue. I am 5'10" but have short legs and my jake the snake at 52 cm with a long stem and slightly setback seatpost is a great fit. I demo'd a 54 and the standover was uncomfortably close, especially given the terrain I ride in norcal with lots of rocky/rooty singletrack (not all of it legal). Find the small size super maneuverable for hopping logs, curbs (my cross is my commuter), rocks, etc., but when I throw the light road wheels on for commuting or a long road ride, I don't really notice much diff between the jake and the 54 cm Scott road frame. Point is, there are numerous ways to get a stock frame to fit your dimensions. If you can afford custom or semi-custom stuff, by all means go for it. I'm a gym teacher.
On long steep or technical descents, I do stay upright and use the cross levers.
BTW, I have yet to try a frame longer than 54 cm that gives me adequate standover. Some come close, but with my rugby-player body (think refrigerator box in bike shorts) it seems the big companies (all i can afford) have a certain body type in mind.
My first bike, sold I think to a gullible youngster by a lbs owner anxious to get rid of some old stock, I had to lean over when at stops so the top tube slipped into the slot between my package and my thigh.
On long steep or technical descents, I do stay upright and use the cross levers.
BTW, I have yet to try a frame longer than 54 cm that gives me adequate standover. Some come close, but with my rugby-player body (think refrigerator box in bike shorts) it seems the big companies (all i can afford) have a certain body type in mind.
My first bike, sold I think to a gullible youngster by a lbs owner anxious to get rid of some old stock, I had to lean over when at stops so the top tube slipped into the slot between my package and my thigh.
waynesworld
04-30-11, 10:51 PM
Thanks (on the hoping I feel better) :) Throat's still pretty raw,body aches aren't so bad,no fevers since yesterday...methinks i's a lot to do with the wife wanting the A/C on in the BR at night (even though it's hitting low 40's every night),LMBO!
Those Jake's are sposed t be really nice :thumb:,that has to be torture (mine isn't a week yet...Monday,LOL!)
Conbon: Kool beans,sweet ride for such little invested :thumb::D
Finally rode the Jake today. 28 miles. It was so incredibly nice. I'm pretty sure I need a new saddle, but the bike itself was fantastic.
Those Jake's are sposed t be really nice :thumb:,that has to be torture (mine isn't a week yet...Monday,LOL!)
Conbon: Kool beans,sweet ride for such little invested :thumb::D
Finally rode the Jake today. 28 miles. It was so incredibly nice. I'm pretty sure I need a new saddle, but the bike itself was fantastic.
cc700
05-01-11, 12:05 AM
between my package and my thigh.
This. Sounds. Like a NIGHTMARE.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v495/emosubaru/20110430-DSC_1973.jpg
today way a dream, though. road wheels and cranks on the xbike.
This. Sounds. Like a NIGHTMARE.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v495/emosubaru/20110430-DSC_1973.jpg
today way a dream, though. road wheels and cranks on the xbike.
javal
05-01-11, 02:30 AM
Just got done converting an old steel Raleigh Grand Prix. Did change out the front forks, mainly because I didnt want to screw with trying to weld on the forks, and wanted something stronger. However I did scoop up some brake posts for the rear. Used a MIG welder since I'm cheap and its what was available. And they turned out at least functional. Which is pretty much the theme with the whole bike seeing as I'm cheap and in college.
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiDKMFhDeI/AAAAAAAAACk/U-lpDygAbzI/216565_1934016063815_1044700308_2291785_5452972_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiD60orCTI/AAAAAAAAACo/sMkcjlIX9mE/226925_1934017583853_1044700308_2291786_4174824_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiENUnF4JI/AAAAAAAAADI/cuvMCsV-E6s/s640/DSC00163.JPG
Great conversion/rebuild! I had expected more of that in here. De Vlaminck era comes to mind! I often wonder how many C&V cx-bikes are out there?
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiDKMFhDeI/AAAAAAAAACk/U-lpDygAbzI/216565_1934016063815_1044700308_2291785_5452972_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiD60orCTI/AAAAAAAAACo/sMkcjlIX9mE/226925_1934017583853_1044700308_2291786_4174824_n.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/TbiENUnF4JI/AAAAAAAAADI/cuvMCsV-E6s/s640/DSC00163.JPG
Great conversion/rebuild! I had expected more of that in here. De Vlaminck era comes to mind! I often wonder how many C&V cx-bikes are out there?
mr.carljackson
05-01-11, 09:40 PM
Yeah, its actually a pretty good bike. Running 32mm Vittoria tires and havent had a problem until today when pretty much all looked like this... But when I wasnt being stupid ;) they worked really well and only played slip and slide a bike a few times (35mm prob would have been better but the clearance near the bb would have been minimal).
Mmmm and I need to learn/look up how to tune in canti brakes better cause mine seem to get worse as I ride, and dont stop me as well (feels like a lot more slack or something?)
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/Tb4mktY4rMI/AAAAAAAAADk/EJ7OC7_XcN8/227947_1942783002983_1044700308_2304940_3307676_n.jpg
Mmmm and I need to learn/look up how to tune in canti brakes better cause mine seem to get worse as I ride, and dont stop me as well (feels like a lot more slack or something?)
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_p_jdpsoTlx0/Tb4mktY4rMI/AAAAAAAAADk/EJ7OC7_XcN8/227947_1942783002983_1044700308_2304940_3307676_n.jpg
mr.carljackson
05-01-11, 09:42 PM
Oh another thing... can hardly get my butt back far enough back because of the geometry for downhills... Wanted big enough triangle to easily shoulder. So in hind sight... next conversion will be smaller frame.
w98seeng
05-02-11, 02:43 PM
It's done. I've had this frame for a couple of years and it's been a hybrid and now it's a cyclocross bike.
I have no idea the manufacturer of the frame, but it is a nice one. 3 water bottle bosses, 130 rear spacing, internal headset, rack mounts, canti mounts.
I have a new Ultegra 6500 crankset on it with very slightly used RD-6500 and FD-6500 derailleurs. Dura-Ace 7700 brifters, Tektro CR720 cantis,FSA Wing Pro handlebars, Tektro cyclocross brake levers, Shimano 600 hubs with AlexRims rims.
I still have to change the cassette for a more road friendly cassette, probably a 12-24. I put a piece of narrow tubing over the front brake cable and wound the computer wire around it for a clean look. Racer Pro cables and housings (yeah, I know, it's a bit overboard). The bike tips the scales at 23lbs.
From what you can see in the pics, are there any suggestions?
Thanks,
Ian
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I have no idea the manufacturer of the frame, but it is a nice one. 3 water bottle bosses, 130 rear spacing, internal headset, rack mounts, canti mounts.
I have a new Ultegra 6500 crankset on it with very slightly used RD-6500 and FD-6500 derailleurs. Dura-Ace 7700 brifters, Tektro CR720 cantis,FSA Wing Pro handlebars, Tektro cyclocross brake levers, Shimano 600 hubs with AlexRims rims.
I still have to change the cassette for a more road friendly cassette, probably a 12-24. I put a piece of narrow tubing over the front brake cable and wound the computer wire around it for a clean look. Racer Pro cables and housings (yeah, I know, it's a bit overboard). The bike tips the scales at 23lbs.
From what you can see in the pics, are there any suggestions?
Thanks,
Ian
200317
200314
200316
200318
200315
waynesworld
05-02-11, 02:54 PM
Nice!
Magnificent777
05-05-11, 11:30 PM
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011003.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011002.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011005.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011008.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011009.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011002.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011005.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011008.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011009.jpg
Singlespeed92
05-06-11, 10:06 PM
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011003.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011002.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011005.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011008.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011009.jpg
Oh that's GORGEOUS!!! :thumb::thumb::thumb: I almost bought one of those instead of my Origin 8-wasn't that I though one was better than the other (spec was a bit better on the Motobecane,actually),it came down to steel vs aluminum and supporting my LBS (who's also been a friend fo r15+ years :)). NICE ride,Brother!
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011002.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011005.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011006.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011008.jpg
http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad341/jediazsr/NewBike2011009.jpg
Oh that's GORGEOUS!!! :thumb::thumb::thumb: I almost bought one of those instead of my Origin 8-wasn't that I though one was better than the other (spec was a bit better on the Motobecane,actually),it came down to steel vs aluminum and supporting my LBS (who's also been a friend fo r15+ years :)). NICE ride,Brother!
Magnificent777
05-06-11, 11:08 PM
Oh that's GORGEOUS!!! :thumb::thumb::thumb: I almost bought one of those instead of my Origin 8-wasn't that I though one was better than the other (spec was a bit better on the Motobecane,actually),it came down to steel vs aluminum and supporting my LBS (who's also been a friend fo r15+ years :)). NICE ride,Brother!
Thanks! I actually had the 27speed Cross CX but felt a little heavy with triple rings and size a little big for racing. So I down size on the frame and speed to 18 speed and it does feel lighter. Can't wait for cross racing.
Thanks! I actually had the 27speed Cross CX but felt a little heavy with triple rings and size a little big for racing. So I down size on the frame and speed to 18 speed and it does feel lighter. Can't wait for cross racing.
thisisbenji
05-11-11, 03:53 PM
I need to start using something other than flickr to post up my pictures
Magnificent777
05-13-11, 07:46 AM
This week I started commuting on this bike. I have been making adjustment every ride.
Compared to my road bike this bike is an SUV. Reminds of Tonka truck. I cut through
grass from pavement and very stable in the ride. I have to build my strength with the
bike so I'll be able to toss it around in fall cross races.
Compared to my road bike this bike is an SUV. Reminds of Tonka truck. I cut through
grass from pavement and very stable in the ride. I have to build my strength with the
bike so I'll be able to toss it around in fall cross races.
Singlespeed92
05-13-11, 10:44 PM
Thanks! I actually had the 27speed Cross CX but felt a little heavy with triple rings and size a little big for racing. So I down size on the frame and speed to 18 speed and it does feel lighter. Can't wait for cross racing.
Mine won't be raced (other than stray dogs,LOL),but yeah,I can feel the weight from the triple...but I thank God for it on the heinous climbs :lol:
Mine won't be raced (other than stray dogs,LOL),but yeah,I can feel the weight from the triple...but I thank God for it on the heinous climbs :lol:
cobelbobins
05-14-11, 12:58 AM
that looks nasty, do you wear dentures now?
oneofpr
05-14-11, 09:20 AM
that looks nasty, do you wear dentures now?
Epic
If so, pictures please!
Epic
If so, pictures please!
gavo
05-14-11, 01:03 PM
Extra pic and specs list. Thinking about a few changes in the near future. I do not have separate weights for all parts:
Frame: Kinesis Extralight cyclocross ; 56 cm (custom black anodized)
Fork: Advance cyclocross full carbon
Headset: Chris King Ahead ; 1 1/8" (black) w/titanium bolt and carbon cap
Stem: Syntace F99 ; Ø 26.0 w/titanium kit
Handlebar: Syntace Racelite ; 440 mm ; Ø 26.0 ; shortened
Shifters: Campagnolo Chorus Ergopower 10-speed (right) / non-Ergo Campagnolo Record (left)
Ribbon: Fy'zik ; white
Cables: Campagnolo (black)
Front derailleur: -
Rear derailleur: Campagnolo Chorus 10-speed (short cage)
Chain: Campagnolo C-10
Cassette: Campagnolo Record 12-25
Crankset: Storck Powerarms; 172.5 mm w/ TA Hexoa 42t (black) and Stronglight carbon guards
Bottom bracket: Shimano Dura-Ace JIS ; 113 mm
Brakes: Spooky carbon cantilevers w/alu bolts, BBB cartridges and Lightweight rubber
Pedals: Time Atac XS carbon/titanium
Hubs: Lightweight w/Tune skewers (black)
Spokes: Lightweight
Rims: Lightweight
Tubes: Gommitalia, 30 mm
Seatpost:Thomson Elite masterpiece; 330 mm ; Ø 27.2 mm (black)
Saddle: Selle Italia SLR (special edition)
Seat clamp: Nishiki (black) w/titanium bolt
Weight (digital hanger scale in my bike shop): 7297 grams
http://www.rennrad-news.de/fotos/data/500/cross4.jpg
Still one of the most amazing bikes I have ever seen.
Pure class.
Frame: Kinesis Extralight cyclocross ; 56 cm (custom black anodized)
Fork: Advance cyclocross full carbon
Headset: Chris King Ahead ; 1 1/8" (black) w/titanium bolt and carbon cap
Stem: Syntace F99 ; Ø 26.0 w/titanium kit
Handlebar: Syntace Racelite ; 440 mm ; Ø 26.0 ; shortened
Shifters: Campagnolo Chorus Ergopower 10-speed (right) / non-Ergo Campagnolo Record (left)
Ribbon: Fy'zik ; white
Cables: Campagnolo (black)
Front derailleur: -
Rear derailleur: Campagnolo Chorus 10-speed (short cage)
Chain: Campagnolo C-10
Cassette: Campagnolo Record 12-25
Crankset: Storck Powerarms; 172.5 mm w/ TA Hexoa 42t (black) and Stronglight carbon guards
Bottom bracket: Shimano Dura-Ace JIS ; 113 mm
Brakes: Spooky carbon cantilevers w/alu bolts, BBB cartridges and Lightweight rubber
Pedals: Time Atac XS carbon/titanium
Hubs: Lightweight w/Tune skewers (black)
Spokes: Lightweight
Rims: Lightweight
Tubes: Gommitalia, 30 mm
Seatpost:Thomson Elite masterpiece; 330 mm ; Ø 27.2 mm (black)
Saddle: Selle Italia SLR (special edition)
Seat clamp: Nishiki (black) w/titanium bolt
Weight (digital hanger scale in my bike shop): 7297 grams
http://www.rennrad-news.de/fotos/data/500/cross4.jpg
Still one of the most amazing bikes I have ever seen.
Pure class.
thisisbenji
05-21-11, 12:06 PM
@gavo I would have to agree! That bike is awesome!!
pavement_nyc
05-22-11, 10:38 PM
http://www.shogunstudio.com/cx/antCX9.jpg
Does anyone know what kind of tires these are?
Does anyone know what kind of tires these are?
cc700
05-23-11, 12:14 AM
tubulars i think, yeah?
sneakypeaky
http://ceramicconfessions.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/20110520-20110520-dsc_2496.jpg
sneakypeaky
http://ceramicconfessions.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/20110520-20110520-dsc_2496.jpg
Cynikal
05-23-11, 08:50 AM
Those are Challenge Grifo's. He is a teammate.
cc700
06-05-11, 09:03 AM
http://ceramicconfessions.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/20110604-20110604-dsc_2663.jpg
thisisbenji
06-05-11, 10:13 AM
Sick, looks much better than the nashbar.
cc700
06-05-11, 10:39 AM
i can't even describe how much better it rides and handles.
91MF
06-05-11, 05:23 PM
http://ceramicconfessions.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/20110604-20110604-dsc_2663.jpg
whoa. so effing good.
whoa. so effing good.
91MF
06-05-11, 05:27 PM
a few pages back i posted a pic of my bike post-paris2ancaster, heres a pic of me during[its weird seeing pics of yourself on the bike]
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k75/13deluxe/14509-862-13383625.jpg
laugh at my lined snowboard helmet/mess bag steez during race. i had tallboys in there. lulz
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k75/13deluxe/14509-862-13383625.jpg
laugh at my lined snowboard helmet/mess bag steez during race. i had tallboys in there. lulz