New Leader 2009 725TR 42 color choices
12-01-08, 07:28 PM
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I think it is funny that this manufacturer is only responding to certain inquiries and is not addressing the concerns of the community about issues with their frames.
I don't think anyone has been really unreasonable here. And if I continue to see Leader ignore those concerns in this thread I'll never be able to trust them as a company.
I don't think anyone has been really unreasonable here. And if I continue to see Leader ignore those concerns in this thread I'll never be able to trust them as a company.
12-01-08, 07:33 PM
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Yes, our issue is being worked out in private and not on the public forum.
I personally trust Leader Bikes 100%. They have been more than willing to correct all of the issues I personally have had with them.
I personally trust Leader Bikes 100%. They have been more than willing to correct all of the issues I personally have had with them.
12-01-08, 11:27 PM
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i mentioned the color-match fork when this first got posted and leader PMed me and now you can get a matching fork for way cheaper than they had originally even suggested to me... really want to buy one of these frames though
12-02-08, 09:03 PM
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12-02-08, 09:23 PM
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got some questions... is the top tube level or does it slope back? (eww, top tube slope..)
and uhh, anyway to put a threaded headset on this baby?
thank you very mucho
and uhh, anyway to put a threaded headset on this baby?
thank you very mucho
12-02-08, 09:29 PM
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it's at least level if it's like the 721tr
and it's going to utilize a zero stack headset
so no
you can't put a threaded headset on it
why would you even want to on a bike like this???
and it's going to utilize a zero stack headset
so no
you can't put a threaded headset on it
why would you even want to on a bike like this???
12-03-08, 12:49 AM
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12-03-08, 06:50 AM
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nah... mine seems to be ok, but of course, i'm in palm beach county, so my longest rides are on a1a or federal highway, both of which are pretty nicely paved, smooth roads without a hill to be seen... so basically i'm not really rippin through busted alleys or anything. i guess i notice the roughness when i nail a pothole or big crack in the road but it just never bothered me enough to make me go drop $200 on a carbon fork. but no my hands don't go numb, and i usually don't wear gloves
12-03-08, 11:45 AM
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I mean...it's uncomfortable over really bad terrain, but nothing unbearable in my opinion.
I much prefer the direct feel
I much prefer the direct feel
12-03-08, 12:41 PM
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you have the option of choosing a carbon fork w/ aluminum steer tube for $10 more than the full alum. fork. You can also get a full carbon for $40 more.
12-03-08, 03:27 PM
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nah... mine seems to be ok, but of course, i'm in palm beach county, so my longest rides are on a1a or federal highway, both of which are pretty nicely paved, smooth roads without a hill to be seen... so basically i'm not really rippin through busted alleys or anything. i guess i notice the roughness when i nail a pothole or big crack in the road but it just never bothered me enough to make me go drop $200 on a carbon fork. but no my hands don't go numb, and i usually don't wear gloves
-a pennsylvania resident
12-05-08, 07:58 AM
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Supposedly in about a week from now. I got an email from Leader last week saying that I should expect to see a picture of a finished frame set in about two weeks.
12-05-08, 04:42 PM
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here are some better pictures of the forks. these forks in black or white are in stock now. they look great on any of our single speed frames. this fork will be the same one that will be painted to match the 725Tr frame if you ordered it with it.
12-08-08, 04:14 PM
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Final day to get your order
Tomorrow will be the closing day for the 725TR preorder deal. If anyone has any questions contact Leader 619 425 6452 or place your orders now.
12-08-08, 04:25 PM
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Just wanted to thank everyone who preordered a 725TR frame. We just got confirmation you now can also order your fork in the same color as the frame. Fork is made of full aluminum. I am adding a picture of the fork. Fork painted in the custom color is only $109.
If anyone has any question you are always welcome to contact me or the company Leader Bike.
contact@leaderbikeusa.com or Tel 619 425 6452
If anyone has any question you are always welcome to contact me or the company Leader Bike.
contact@leaderbikeusa.com or Tel 619 425 6452