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12-14-11, 12:07 AM
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I can't recall what length I'm using. My LBS just called Soma and asked them what they recommended for my crankset. I'm probably going to switch to 48/16 gearing one of these days which will probably make any tolerance issues go away. I found it a little bit surprising they didn't crimp the chainstays.
12-14-11, 12:15 AM
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soma fab chose the name because south of market fabrications was too long, and somas used to be pretty good handbuilt japanese steel bikes.
https://pilderwasser.com/images/basket_of_potential.jpg (not a SomaFab.)
and they have more prestige than pake, that's for sure.
https://pilderwasser.com/images/basket_of_potential.jpg (not a SomaFab.)
and they have more prestige than pake, that's for sure.
12-14-11, 12:17 AM
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well yeah, that's why I made the Pake branding comment, because I liked it 
anyway, i always thought soma was named after the hipster district in SF.
the more you know
anyway, i always thought soma was named after the hipster district in SF.
the more you know
12-14-11, 12:25 AM
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The hipster district in SF is the mission.
SoMa is not really well defined in culture. For example, the SFMOMA and Yerba Buena Center for the Arts are there, so at time it seems like the art district...but the Moscone convention center is also there, so it seems very business oriented as well.
SoMa is not really well defined in culture. For example, the SFMOMA and Yerba Buena Center for the Arts are there, so at time it seems like the art district...but the Moscone convention center is also there, so it seems very business oriented as well.
12-14-11, 12:28 AM
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How do you like my venndiagram?
/-----------------/-------\---------\
| south of market | hipsters | Mission |
\-----------------\--------/--------/
/-----------------/-------\---------\
| south of market | hipsters | Mission |
\-----------------\--------/--------/
12-14-11, 12:35 AM
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soma fab chose the name because south of market fabrications was too long, and somas used to be pretty good handbuilt japanese steel bikes.
https://pilderwasser.com/images/basket_of_potential.jpg (not a SomaFab.)
and they have more prestige than pake, that's for sure.
https://pilderwasser.com/images/basket_of_potential.jpg (not a SomaFab.)
and they have more prestige than pake, that's for sure.
12-14-11, 12:41 AM
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I don't think Charlie was trying to say anything about the quality of Pake.
Somafab is just more well known for its quality (i.e. prestige).
Somafab is just more well known for its quality (i.e. prestige).
12-14-11, 12:43 AM
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Where did you get it for that? MSRP was $499.99. For $60 more one could get a Dodici Gara with an Alpina carbon fork. When it comes down to it, if both were at MSRP I'd buy the Gara.
12-14-11, 12:51 AM
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there were a few sales for black friday, i think city grounds had it for less. the gara also costs tons in shipping...
but yeah... i wasn't meaning prestige like quality, i meant prestige like "people like and trust the brand." and a portion of that is quality, but it's more that people like and trust the brand and associate it with steel road-going bikes.
but yeah... i wasn't meaning prestige like quality, i meant prestige like "people like and trust the brand." and a portion of that is quality, but it's more that people like and trust the brand and associate it with steel road-going bikes.
12-14-11, 12:59 AM
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I bought it directly from the distribution company that my bike shop works with, ACS. I realize many will not be able to get such a good deal, but it worked for me.
12-14-11, 01:02 AM
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12-14-11, 06:50 PM
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12-16-11, 02:33 AM
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So I built it up with a 3/32" drivetrain for the rollers and street use. I modified the brake lever as well as the crankset. Ratio is 42/16. no handed trackstands are easy if you unicycle...
12-16-11, 11:46 AM
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From one Charlie to another, that looks pretty damn good!
I'm wondering how spinny 42x16 is going to be on the rollers. I'm considering switching from 53x19 to 48x16 (a common ratio on the track) when I get my rollers.
I'm wondering how spinny 42x16 is going to be on the rollers. I'm considering switching from 53x19 to 48x16 (a common ratio on the track) when I get my rollers.
12-20-11, 01:08 AM
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The handling is impressive. I had heard that track geometry is designed to allow good handling at speeds roughly between 50 and 70 km/h. I can't say I have ridden at that speed on the road with this ratio yet. Easy to ride no hands above 20 km/h. short wheelbase and reasonably high BB mean some quick corners. The GP 4000s don't hurt either.
Removing the decals on the frame was easy. just peel and wipe with a mild solvent. BB shell and headtube did not require any facing during assembly.
12-21-11, 02:42 AM
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My ongoing Soma Rush build:
Soma Rush Frame = 49cm, khaki green
Soma steel Fork = 1" threadless, Khaki green
Headset = 1" threadless FSA Orbit X silver
Cranks = Sugino 75 165mm with Protype sealed BB 109mm ISO square taper
Chain = Wippermann Whitestar 152 nickel plated silver 1/8"
Handlebar = Nitto RB-002 silver with Easton Velo black cork tape
Stem = Leadtec LCS709 90mm 17degree (Wabi Cycles)
Saddle = Selle Italia Flite 1990
Seatpost = Nitto Dynamic 626 27.2mm
Pedals = Exustar PR70 clipless Look Delta cleats
Rear wheel:
Rim = Velocity Deep-V silver NMSW 32H
Hub = IRO (Formula) fixed/fixed sealed cartridge silver 32H and Wabi dropout protectors
Spokes = Sapim Laser 2.0-1.5-2.0 butted silver
Nipples = Sapim brass 14mm silver
Cog = Soma black 17T x 1/8"
Lockring = Shimano Dura Ace
Tire = Continental GP4000s 700 x 25c
Front Wheel = Velomax Circuit 24H radial road wheel with QR with Continental GP4000s 700 x 23c tire
Front brake = Dia Compe BRS BRS100 Green anodized caliper with Tektro RL silver cross lever with 24mm clamp
Soma Rush Frame = 49cm, khaki green
Soma steel Fork = 1" threadless, Khaki green
Headset = 1" threadless FSA Orbit X silver
Cranks = Sugino 75 165mm with Protype sealed BB 109mm ISO square taper
Chain = Wippermann Whitestar 152 nickel plated silver 1/8"
Handlebar = Nitto RB-002 silver with Easton Velo black cork tape
Stem = Leadtec LCS709 90mm 17degree (Wabi Cycles)
Saddle = Selle Italia Flite 1990
Seatpost = Nitto Dynamic 626 27.2mm
Pedals = Exustar PR70 clipless Look Delta cleats
Rear wheel:
Rim = Velocity Deep-V silver NMSW 32H
Hub = IRO (Formula) fixed/fixed sealed cartridge silver 32H and Wabi dropout protectors
Spokes = Sapim Laser 2.0-1.5-2.0 butted silver
Nipples = Sapim brass 14mm silver
Cog = Soma black 17T x 1/8"
Lockring = Shimano Dura Ace
Tire = Continental GP4000s 700 x 25c
Front Wheel = Velomax Circuit 24H radial road wheel with QR with Continental GP4000s 700 x 23c tire
Front brake = Dia Compe BRS BRS100 Green anodized caliper with Tektro RL silver cross lever with 24mm clamp
Beautifullll. I love that color too.
12-21-11, 02:49 AM
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I also think the drops look better on it, but for running around town and stuff i really enjoy the flat bar with the MTB ends. they are surprisingly comfy to ride on, though they may not be the most elegant