road bike commuter... more roadie than a hybrid
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road bike commuter... more roadie than a hybrid (PICS)
hello everyone~
edit: pics aren't showing up....
what do you guys think????
it is somewhat of an on-the-budget build, no it isn't a time carbon frame , and is still missing a front deraileur.
specs:
corex president 56 (korean chromoly frame/forks)
mavik aksium wheelset (taken from 09 cr1)
fsa gossamer compact 170
shimano BBs
deore shifters
tiagre rear deraileurs
tiagre sprocket
LX chain
selcof handlebar
oury grips
selcof stem 80mm
scott brakes
mks road pedal/halfclip
edit: pics aren't showing up....
what do you guys think????
it is somewhat of an on-the-budget build, no it isn't a time carbon frame , and is still missing a front deraileur.
specs:
corex president 56 (korean chromoly frame/forks)
mavik aksium wheelset (taken from 09 cr1)
fsa gossamer compact 170
shimano BBs
deore shifters
tiagre rear deraileurs
tiagre sprocket
LX chain
selcof handlebar
oury grips
selcof stem 80mm
scott brakes
mks road pedal/halfclip
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Looks OK to me. Not familiar with the frame but from what little I see of it. I've no knowledge of Korean built frames and have no rational reason to be skeptical. I like the way it's set up, the fast flatbar profile overall. All of the components are consistant with those found on a decent bike non-entey level model but you know that. I like fast flatbars, I like that bike, you did well.
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I like it. Is that an air freshener hanging from the seat ?...you may be on to something there.
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hah - thanks(?)
i'm going to put a dropbar on it soon
i don't know much either about the frame but it seems corex keirin frames are supposed to be well built with columbus/tange tubing and nagasawa lugs. i'll have to look into their road frames.
i'm going to put a dropbar on it soon
Looks OK to me. Not familiar with the frame but from what little I see of it. I've no knowledge of Korean built frames and have no rational reason to be skeptical. I like the way it's set up, the fast flatbar profile overall. All of the components are consistant with those found on a decent bike non-entey level model but you know that. I like fast flatbars, I like that bike, you did well.
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You're missing a rack and fenders.
What is the thing by the front hub in the first pic? Lighting?
What is the thing by the front hub in the first pic? Lighting?
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Don't need a rack and fenders to commute.... Wear a backpack and occasionally get a little wet & dirty. Deal with it and enjoy it, imo.
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OP: I'm not ragging on your bike, but I think you knew that. I like it when lights are mounted low and off to the side like that. Not sure why.
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I'm confused as to why you have time stickers on the bike...
Wouldn't you want your commuter to look cheap so it doesn't get stolen? Just sayin'.
If you're building a commuter, it needs fenders and a rack...
In any event. It looks good! Would you get brifters if you moved to drop bars?
Wouldn't you want your commuter to look cheap so it doesn't get stolen? Just sayin'.
If you're building a commuter, it needs fenders and a rack...
In any event. It looks good! Would you get brifters if you moved to drop bars?
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Again.. you don't "need" them. All you NEED to commute by bike is a functioning bike and a body that's able to use it.
I've got wet feet, sweaty back, and a mud stripe here and there, what don't kill ya makes ya stronger. HTFU, get wet, get dirty, get sweaty, and ride others puss out... Ride smart, keep as much at work as possible/reasonable.
Besides... we don't know the length or intensity of OP's commute, nor the amenities OP may have at work, such as showers.
It's a sweet bike, man! Please update us of the progress!
Besides... we don't know the length or intensity of OP's commute, nor the amenities OP may have at work, such as showers.
It's a sweet bike, man! Please update us of the progress!
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only about 15-20 minutes!!
it wasn't going to be a commuter initially but i keep the bike in my office so it's safe.
i only need a few things usually so a backpack is fine for me... other days i take a cab
i'll most likely get brifters but i might try the current shifter/brake setup with the drop bar....
i agree!! luckily i've been blessed to carry only a few things to work everyday, a short flat commute, and i keep a change of clothes in my office as well. the commute isn't long enough that i break into some serious sweat except during the summertime.
I'm confused as to why you have time stickers on the bike...
Wouldn't you want your commuter to look cheap so it doesn't get stolen? Just sayin'.
If you're building a commuter, it needs fenders and a rack...
In any event. It looks good! Would you get brifters if you moved to drop bars?
Wouldn't you want your commuter to look cheap so it doesn't get stolen? Just sayin'.
If you're building a commuter, it needs fenders and a rack...
In any event. It looks good! Would you get brifters if you moved to drop bars?
i only need a few things usually so a backpack is fine for me... other days i take a cab
i'll most likely get brifters but i might try the current shifter/brake setup with the drop bar....
Again.. you don't "need" them. All you NEED to commute by bike is a functioning bike and a body that's able to use it.
I've got wet feet, sweaty back, and a mud stripe here and there, what don't kill ya makes ya stronger. HTFU, get wet, get dirty, get sweaty, and ride others puss out... Ride smart, keep as much at work as possible/reasonable.
Besides... we don't know the length or intensity of OP's commute, nor the amenities OP may have at work, such as showers.
It's a sweet bike, man! Please update us of the progress!
I've got wet feet, sweaty back, and a mud stripe here and there, what don't kill ya makes ya stronger. HTFU, get wet, get dirty, get sweaty, and ride others puss out... Ride smart, keep as much at work as possible/reasonable.
Besides... we don't know the length or intensity of OP's commute, nor the amenities OP may have at work, such as showers.
It's a sweet bike, man! Please update us of the progress!
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What's the scoop on the mount for that front light? Looks like a cool setup and a nice bike.
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only about 15-20 minutes!!
it wasn't going to be a commuter initially but i keep the bike in my office so it's safe.
i only need a few things usually so a backpack is fine for me... other days i take a cab
i'll most likely get brifters but i might try the current shifter/brake setup with the drop bar....
i agree!! luckily i've been blessed to carry only a few things to work everyday, a short flat commute, and i keep a change of clothes in my office as well. the commute isn't long enough that i break into some serious sweat except during the summertime.
it wasn't going to be a commuter initially but i keep the bike in my office so it's safe.
i only need a few things usually so a backpack is fine for me... other days i take a cab
i'll most likely get brifters but i might try the current shifter/brake setup with the drop bar....
i agree!! luckily i've been blessed to carry only a few things to work everyday, a short flat commute, and i keep a change of clothes in my office as well. the commute isn't long enough that i break into some serious sweat except during the summertime.