Originally Posted by
scylla
Well, I checked the greenspeed website and they mention that they will sell you a "rolling frameset". I gather that means everything but the components. We shall see on the price tomorrow.
What really bugs me about the prices on trikes is, in spite of the high prices, the parts they use, from wheels to chains to derailleurs and brakes seem pretty much low end. Sora components on a $2000 bike?
Knowing the way I think, I am certain I would upgrade most of the replaceable parts. If you start with a decent frame, the components make all the difference between a smooth and reliable ride and one that is not.
I understand about trikes being mostly a "exotic" sort of machine, but still, the component list, for the most part, doesn't cut it.
I don't buy this. My Catrike, a 2006 Road, came with excellent components for the price of the trike. The Avid BB7 discs are top notch. Cane Creek headsets are fool-proof. The Sram X-7 manages shifting smoothly and with the exception of a little normal cable stretch, in 4,000 km has not needed any fine tuning. Original chain, very little stretch. I wore out the stock Primo Comets, which were not too shabby, and have settled on Schwalbe Marathon Plus all around. Awesome tires. There is nothing exotic about my trike. It's different but I am enjoying a smooth and reliable ride without the need to upgrade major components. There is nothing low end about a Catrike.
Bottom line, test ride everything in sight, and then go back again and test ride again. Mike