Jashgtp New Bike Build ~ Intense Fenix
10-01-09, 03:24 PM
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Jashgtp New Bike Build ~ Intense Fenix
Im going to use this thread to showcase my build of my new build.
I currently have a litespeed ultimate but wanted to check out this whole carbon fiber deal.
The frame i am using for my new build is an Intense Fenix.
Frame apparently is made in the same shop that makes the pinarello frames. To me it looks the same as the F 4:13 except for the seat tube and more meat by the headtube area.
The group i will be installing is Shimano Ultegra SL.
I will be updating as i build it up...so keep checking back and let me know what you think.
~Jash
So here is the frame. Custom paint designed by me. I like how the litespeed carbon frame looked and added a little giant tcr to the bottom bracket area. And a little retro styling on the front fork.
I currently have a litespeed ultimate but wanted to check out this whole carbon fiber deal.
The frame i am using for my new build is an Intense Fenix.
Frame apparently is made in the same shop that makes the pinarello frames. To me it looks the same as the F 4:13 except for the seat tube and more meat by the headtube area.
The group i will be installing is Shimano Ultegra SL.
I will be updating as i build it up...so keep checking back and let me know what you think.
~Jash
So here is the frame. Custom paint designed by me. I like how the litespeed carbon frame looked and added a little giant tcr to the bottom bracket area. And a little retro styling on the front fork.
10-01-09, 10:12 PM
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Cool paint job. That is some super-glossy black paint. I'm curious if you painted it yourself or farmed the job out. Have fun with your build.
10-01-09, 10:31 PM
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cool looking frame. Not familiar with Intense's road stuff - their mtb gear is killer.
Not 100% sold on the paint job - wheels will make or break it.
Not 100% sold on the paint job - wheels will make or break it.
10-02-09, 07:05 AM
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the paint is just ppg black and ppg white
I had a local shop paint it for me.
Still thinking about the wheelset.
I had a local shop paint it for me.
Still thinking about the wheelset.
10-06-09, 08:55 PM
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Update:
I had a little time start adding a few parts. Slow and steady.
Seat post is a Pinarello Most and pinarello seat collar.
Ultegra Front and Rear Derailers.
Fav. part so far is the Parlee clamp. What an awesome piece of carbon.
I had a little time start adding a few parts. Slow and steady.
Seat post is a Pinarello Most and pinarello seat collar.
Ultegra Front and Rear Derailers.
Fav. part so far is the Parlee clamp. What an awesome piece of carbon.
10-06-09, 09:05 PM
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Are you waiting for the rest of the parts?
10-06-09, 09:25 PM
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Watching. Curious if you are going with an accent color to set off the black and white frame? Love the paint btw.
10-07-09, 05:11 AM
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Shamu, is that you?
10-16-09, 04:21 PM
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I do like the souls for the price but also looking at DT Swiss and seeing what Psimet can build as well
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Update....
Was able to get BB and Crankset installed along with the matching Ultegra SL pedals.
Currently have my Mavic Ksyrium ES wheels installed with a 6700 Ultegra 11-23T cassette.
Headset is a Cane Creek 110 IS.
Fork is a Real Design HP Signature Aero.
Stem is a Deda Elementi Zero100
Time for some pictures.....
Was able to get BB and Crankset installed along with the matching Ultegra SL pedals.
Currently have my Mavic Ksyrium ES wheels installed with a 6700 Ultegra 11-23T cassette.
Headset is a Cane Creek 110 IS.
Fork is a Real Design HP Signature Aero.
Stem is a Deda Elementi Zero100
Time for some pictures.....
10-16-09, 04:33 PM
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Looks like it came from the factory that does Pinarello's stuff. That's 100% an F4:13 front triangle. Stays are likely different for copyright reasons or whatever...
Not to mention the need for the MOST seatpost, because Pinarello uses a 31.0 post for some reason and they're the only ones who make it.
They used the same mold for several different models so I'm not sure which grade of CF is in your frame, but if it's half as nice as the ride of the F4:13 you'll be immensely happy.
Not to mention the need for the MOST seatpost, because Pinarello uses a 31.0 post for some reason and they're the only ones who make it.
They used the same mold for several different models so I'm not sure which grade of CF is in your frame, but if it's half as nice as the ride of the F4:13 you'll be immensely happy.
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10-16-09, 04:47 PM
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Looks like it came from the factory that does Pinarello's stuff. That's 100% an F4:13 front triangle. Stays are likely different for copyright reasons or whatever...
Not to mention the need for the MOST seatpost, because Pinarello uses a 31.0 post for some reason and they're the only ones who make it.
They used the same mold for several different models so I'm not sure which grade of CF is in your frame, but if it's half as nice as the ride of the F4:13 you'll be immensely happy.
Not to mention the need for the MOST seatpost, because Pinarello uses a 31.0 post for some reason and they're the only ones who make it.
They used the same mold for several different models so I'm not sure which grade of CF is in your frame, but if it's half as nice as the ride of the F4:13 you'll be immensely happy.
https://www.hongfu-bikes.com/Products.asp?Id=407
Looks like there's no point nowadays to actually buy brand-named stuff when you can get it straight from the manufacturers for a fraction of the price.
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The fork on your Pinarello are probably made by these guys.
https://www.hongfu-bikes.com/Products.asp?Id=407
Looks like there's no point nowadays to actually buy brand-named stuff when you can get it straight from the manufacturers for a fraction of the price.
https://www.hongfu-bikes.com/Products.asp?Id=407
Looks like there's no point nowadays to actually buy brand-named stuff when you can get it straight from the manufacturers for a fraction of the price.
Looking at the fork, it's definitely the same molds, but my entire steerer tube is woven CF, which (so I've read) gives a little more strength, etc. So clearly the build quality can vary depending on what you're putting in the mold.
If I were looking for a low-budget weekend crit bike, though, something like this or a Pedal Force would be tough to beat.
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10-16-09, 06:07 PM
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yeah its just set high because it was installed before i did the crank so i just needed it out of the way
Parlee carbon fiber seat clamp.
https://www.parleecycles.com/gear.html
Parlee carbon fiber seat clamp.
https://www.parleecycles.com/gear.html
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What's taking so long?
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i love your paint scheme. moreso the area around the bottom bracket. you should patent it and sell it to pedal force. can you imagae pedalforce's RS2 w/ 2010 force groupo and your paint scheme with sould 4.0 wheels in white? that would be absolute sex.
its a shame your putting ultegra sl and those wheels, or else you could have the bf bike build of the year
its a shame your putting ultegra sl and those wheels, or else you could have the bf bike build of the year
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why i need to build it fast. I have another bike i am riding. I am taking my time. Plus with 30 yrs of work and full time graduate student and midterms. I think im doing pretty good.
What is wrong with Ultegra SL and the wheelset?
What is wrong with Ultegra SL and the wheelset?
10-17-09, 10:54 AM
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Just wondering. It should only take 3-4hrs tops to put a bike together.
10-23-09, 07:15 PM
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UPDATE:
Cages arrived today from amazon
Blackburn Camber CF.
blackburn says 32 grams but Amazon says 28 not sure which one is correct and i do not have a scale.
you guys like?
Cages arrived today from amazon
Blackburn Camber CF.
blackburn says 32 grams but Amazon says 28 not sure which one is correct and i do not have a scale.
you guys like?
