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My whole bike was built up from scratch just how I wanted it. Though I've spread out some of my components because of extra bikes since building the JBC it's not quite as high spec as it once was, but to save money it's a sacrifice I needed to make
Some pic's in this link> https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bic...l#post16946615.
Some pic's in this link> https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bic...l#post16946615.
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I've missed seeing the JBC rig. Still looks sensational.
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Back on track...
OP thanks for the thread
So far here is what I've done to my bike:
Next month I am going to upgrade my brakes. The bike came stock with Axis 2.0 but I am going to put Ultegra 6800 brakes on it. After that? Who knows..
Here it is again.. I love it!
OP thanks for the thread
So far here is what I've done to my bike:
- Upgraded from 10-speed 6770 Di2 to 11-speed 6870 Di2
- Added Bontrager Saddle bag
- Added Profile Designs Aquarack
- Added 2 Camelbak water bottles
- Added Shimano D Fly snesor for Di2
- Added Specialized Keg Storage Vessel that holds a tube, tools, Co2 and a patch kit. It mounts in a standard water bottle cage
- Added Frame mounted pump for emergency situations.
- Added Ultegra A600 SPD pedals
- Added a Magellan Cyclo 505 computer
Next month I am going to upgrade my brakes. The bike came stock with Axis 2.0 but I am going to put Ultegra 6800 brakes on it. After that? Who knows..
Here it is again.. I love it!
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My whole bike was built up from scratch just how I wanted it. Though I've spread out some of my components because of extra bikes since building the JBC it's not quite as high spec as it once was, but to save money it's a sacrifice I needed to make
Some pic's in this link> https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bic...l#post16946615.
Some pic's in this link> https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bic...l#post16946615.
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Raqball,
I am trying to decide whteher to buy a 2013 Sirrus Limited SL4 or wait to get a 2015 Pro Carbon. I can get a 2013 Limited SL4 at a pretty good discount. Based on your postings, it appears you are very happy with your decision. Do you have any advice? (I would have sent you a private message, but I do not have enough posts)
I am trying to decide whteher to buy a 2013 Sirrus Limited SL4 or wait to get a 2015 Pro Carbon. I can get a 2013 Limited SL4 at a pretty good discount. Based on your postings, it appears you are very happy with your decision. Do you have any advice? (I would have sent you a private message, but I do not have enough posts)
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Raqball,
I am trying to decide whteher to buy a 2013 Sirrus Limited SL4 or wait to get a 2015 Pro Carbon. I can get a 2013 Limited SL4 at a pretty good discount. Based on your postings, it appears you are very happy with your decision. Do you have any advice? (I would have sent you a private message, but I do not have enough posts)
I am trying to decide whteher to buy a 2013 Sirrus Limited SL4 or wait to get a 2015 Pro Carbon. I can get a 2013 Limited SL4 at a pretty good discount. Based on your postings, it appears you are very happy with your decision. Do you have any advice? (I would have sent you a private message, but I do not have enough posts)
It's an amazing bike and comes stock loaded to the hilt with plenty of S-Works parts mixed into it.
I'd be more than happy to discuss the bike with you further..
I have a thread on my bike here: https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bic...mited-sl4.html
Lets move the discussion there if you don't mind so we don't clog up this thread
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I am pretty sure those are all racing road bikes with flat bars put on them... not actual hybrids.
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EDIT...BTW, here in Japan we don't have a category of bikes called "hybrid"
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My hybrid is used primarily as a commuter (I have a road bike and a MTB too), so the upgrade I made recently is better lighting: Shimano dynohub, B&M IQ Cyo Premium and Toplight Line Plus. I'm very pleased with it and think it's definitely worth it if you ride at night frequently.
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Never seen bikes stored like that, but I suppose the bikes might be a bit lighter than mine. lol
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I deleted quite a few posts. Let's keep the discussion on-point. Personal attacks and ankle-biting isn't cool here.
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Im pretty sure there are no regulations for this event. Here is the site Home I feel like the TT bars would help me more.