drtrzay

This is my leading choice for my new ride. Tell me what you think. At near 5k I have lots of choices so please feel free to tell me what ya thnk. Thanks



Parts Summary

Frame :: Opera Leonardo Black 2.44lbs
Frame Size :: 55cm Center-to-Center


Fork :: Opera Over Potenza Carbon 0.83lbs


Brakes :: Zero Gravity Titanium Pro Claws Black - Caliper 83g
Brake Shift :: Campagnolo Record Carbon 324g
Crank :: FSA SLK COMPACT Mega EXO Carbon - 34-50 - 172.5mm 760g
Bottom Bracket :: FSA Mega EXO integrated Grey 70mm - 24mm 50g
Front Derailleur :: Campagnolo Record COMPACT Carbon / Silver 87g
Cassette :: Campagnolo Record Silver - 12-25 205g
Rear Derailleur :: Campagnolo Record Short Cage Carbon / Silver 184g
Chain :: Campagnolo Record Ultra Silver 259g
Pedals :: Speedplay X/3 Black/CrMo 220g
Stem :: Deda Elementi Magic O.S. Black - Threadless - -10° 150g
Handlebar :: FSA Wing Pro O.S. Aluminum - Anatomic - 42cm 280g
Handlebar Tape :: Cinelli Solid Cork Black 15g
SeatPost :: Opera Carbon Carbon 125g
Saddle :: Fizik Aliante Sport TI Black - Male - Non-Anatomic 200g
Tires(f/r) :: Continental Grand Prix 3000 (K) Black/Black - 23cm - Standard 420g
Tubes(f/r) :: Butyl Presta 180g
Factory Wheel :: FSA RD-600 Black 1400g
Rim Tape :: Velox Cloth Rim Tape Cloth 15g
Skewers :: Salsa Stainless flip-off Black 104g




Weight: 14.67lbs

redfooj

i think a custom artisan/boutique frame with a groupset would beprettier and much cooler than a 14 lb jigsaw puzzle

larue

Sounds like a nice setup. How much is that going to run you?

drtrzay

I dont believe its a jigsaw, chose the components on weight and performance. If i went all Campy it would be heavier. Ive looked at customs but dont see the value to price in them. Its in the high 4s Larue. Thanks for the input keep it coming

EventServices

Yeah, hmmm. Not so sure about that choice of tubes. I think you'd better scrap it altogether and start over.

blandin

bling

drtrzay

bump. Want a few more opinions

johnny99

What are you going to use the bike for? Really hard to say if this is a good bike for you without knowing anything about you.

drtrzay

Longer type rides, 50+. Dont want a comfort bike completely, like to go fast to. Might take on some cat5 stuff next year. Im 5'10 190lb guy. My normal ride is a 50 to 80 mile roller 16 to 17 MPH average. Seated climber.

khuon

Nice setup. Personally, I'd go with Zeros over X/3s and a Wippermann Connex 1011 over the Campy chain. Also, do you really think you need/want OS handlebars? And have you tried out the shape to be sure you'll like the profile? Things also generally mount easier with traditional 26.0mm bar setups. Or have you considered the FSA Plasma integrated bar/stem? Those have a special bracket that mounts to the underside of the stem and extends out to provide a mount for your computer and/or lights.

redfooj

if you'd like to, you can hit 13# with a Scott frame

borg

Why are you going cheaper on the pedals? I would opt for the x/2 although maybe that is what you meant. You are probably staying away from the x/1 due to the weight limit which I understand.

Bikeophile

Personally this setup looks like severe overkill. You could do very well with a hugely toned down version of what you've listed. Most pro's don't even ride sub 15pound bikes. But that being said, its a beautiful choice of parts, and money doesn't seem to be an issue for you on this, so if you wanna spend the $, go for it.

sm266

Order a custom Vanilla steed, go steal, and save some $$ while gaining major sex appeal. Chicks dig steal. https://www.vanillabicycles.com/bikes...ke_c/lrg/1.jpg

larue

Chicks dig thieves?



I think if you have the money and want to spend it on yourself then go right ahead. If you are just spending the money because you think this setup is what you need then you can really cut back on some components and save some money but still have a really nice bike.

drtrzay

Who makes Custom Carbon? I ve seen Seven does but that is 4k frame and fork. Ive looked at Indy Fab Crown Jewel steely with Carbon fork and rear. Thats custom about 4500 with chorus. Both Indy fab and Seven seem pricey. Parlee is custom carbon but do not know the prices. Again thanks for input. I realize that setup is overkill just have a little spare change for dream bike. Recommendations appreciated.

ggg300

overkill is right unless u promise to ride over 100 miles a week and race! Nice picks on ur list and its all up to you, but if ur gonna overkill, overkill the wheels. I would chill on the seat post and drop bars at leat. if u did roll out on this bad boy remeber that u will be a moving traget by some of those guys who like to head hunt the "all show and no go."

drtrzay

This is a nice Understated Custom ive also considered.
Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel Special Edition Call for colors 3.55lbs
Frame Size :: 55cm Center-to-Center


Fork :: Independent Fabrication Reynolds Carbon Carbon 0.77lbs


Brakes :: Zero Gravity Titanium Pro Claws Black - Caliper 83g
Brake Shift :: Campagnolo Chorus Carbon 348g
Crank :: FSA SLK COMPACT Mega EXO Carbon - 34-50 - 175mm 760g
Bottom Bracket :: FSA Mega EXO integrated Grey 68mm - 24mm 50g
Front Derailleur :: Campagnolo Record Carbon / Silver 73g
Cassette :: Campagnolo Chorus Silver - 13-26 220g
Rear Derailleur :: Campagnolo Chorus Med Cage Silver 205g
Chain :: Campagnolo Record Silver 279g
Pedals :: Speedplay X/1 Ti Black/Ti 150g
Headset :: Cane Creek S-2 Silver - Threadless - 1 1/8in 119g
Stem :: Deda Elementi Magic O.S. Black - Threadless - -10° 150g
Handlebar :: 3T 4GXL O.S. Black - Anatomic - 42cm 250g
Handlebar Tape :: Cinelli Solid Cork Black 15g
Seatpost :: Thomson Elite Setback Black 180g
Saddle :: Fizik Aliante Sport TI Black - Male - Non-Anatomic 200g
Tires(f/r) :: Continental Grand Prix 3000 (K) Conti Yellow/Black - 25cm - Standard 420g
Tubes(f/r) :: Michelin Airstop 240g
Factory Wheel :: Mavic Ksyrium SL Silver 1500g
Rim Tape :: Velox Cloth Rim Tape Cloth 15g
Skewers :: Mavic QR Skewers Black 125g

Have also considered Ridley Excalibur that has a sloping top tube and said to be very comfy ride.



Weight: 16.17lbs

va_cyclist

I think it sounds pretty sweet.

telenick

Ah, the dream bike with parts pick. Dreaming is fun. But then reality comes along and smacks you down. At least that's what happens to me. Have fun with that you lucky dog. Here are my comments:

The chain and casette that you parts picked are for racing. There's nothing wrong with that. However, they are going to wear fast. If you put in a lot of miles then expect to fork out another 270+ dollars after 2-3K miles. That can get rather expensive.

My dream bike would be more along the lines of custom Ti (IF or Moots) with a Chorus kit. I would have 2 wheel sets a tubular climbing wheelset and a clincher aero wheelst.

H23

IMHO.... Such expensive gram shaving is overkill unless one has sub 10% body fat. Also, at your BMI, you might not be able to get in the proper position to enjoy the drops with a racy stem, and still breathe freely.

drtrzay

Ive never been on a Ti bike. How will it ride compared to a carbon? Im fairly heavy will it flex more or less?

drtrzay

H 23 currently im 9.8% body fat, Calipered 3 times for accuracy. But your right I am a little top heavy, dont want to be in drops alot.

khuon

There are several exceptions but most Ti bikes I've ridden tend to be more flexy than most CF bikes I've ridden. That said, I haven't ever ridden something like a Litespeed Blade which is reported to be very stiff due to the shaping and enormity of the tube cross-sections.

H23

Cool! then go for it, if the geometry is right.

Although, you'll still get a better bang for the buck by down-grading the most bling-bling parts.