Thanks for all the replies guys!
I took some
snaps with the phone yesterday of the rims as it happens.
Here's the
bike itself.
I can see why I am not getting on with the riding position now derp. I haven't even lifted the bars! :facepalm:
Originally Posted by
MichaelW
Scott sub have been made in 26" and 700c versions.
A 700c x 32mm tyre is ideal for rough roads. What is your spec on the sidewall text?
Schwalbe
Marathon are std quality commuter tyres.
Schwalbe
Marathon PLUS have extra protection and ride a lot harsher.
the flat bar can be uncomfortable. I prefer a more
swept back style.
You can fit
aerobars to a flat bar or use
trekking bars.
Kenda Qwest and they are 700x32c - 28 - 1 5/8 x 1 1/4. Very narrow and very hard on the arse with such a rigid frame and riding position I find.
Its not so much the tyres really, more the road surfaces here in central England. They are just abysmal. I will definitely look at the wider options. Those Aerobars look the business! I'll see how much they are. Thanks for the info!
Originally Posted by
benda18
I owned a Scott Sub 20 for about 2-3 years back in the mid-00s. I think I bought a 2006 model. It was an XL frame with 26 in wheels. It was a fun bike, but I eventually moved to a Surly CrossCheck to alleviate the same issues you are having (I'm now riding a Long Haul Trucker and feel like I've finally found the bike I've been searching for all along).
Yes, bikes cost a lot more now than back then. More than just inflation.
I don't recall the bars on my Sub being rediculiously narrow. Have you tried bar ends?
I'm certain you can fit fatter tires on it. 35 section (700C) is what i prefer now, not sure what the equivalent in 26" is, if that's what you're riding.
They sure do. I can't see 4x the value in the 2013 model over whatever year mine is.
Maybe the 2013 version has better chainset. Gold plated spokes. Diamond encrusted saddle trim etc. *shrug.
Originally Posted by
benda18
It's definitely a Scott Sub, not sure which model (10, 20???). Most likely a 2008 +/-. The model range had the same frame; it's components that make the difference in model.
Yeah mine looks like its pretty basic inc. the Acera/Deore stuff. Does have Rapid Fire shifters and a decent enough crank etc. Also does have the 700c rims. Bike was £249 inc. VAT and delivery brand new in 2006-8'ish. I thought it was expensive then lol.
Originally Posted by
polishmadman
People love schwalbes. Good ride, and great puncture protection. I use serfa Drifters. I think they run at a lower pressure(65 psi) than the schwalbes. I feel the same about mine. They smooth out the roads for me. And I love trekking bars. But depending on the type of shifters you have they can be a pain to get into the best position. I had to go to thumb shifters to get my bars in the right spot.
I'll check out the Drifters! Thanks for the tip. There isn't much room on my bars at all. I may end up getting one of those Aero thingies or some of those grips with the bar ends built in. I saw some on Amazon the other night actually. Weren't too bad price wise. Tenner or so.
I'll be sorting the bike this week and get some £15 SPD pedals on there too. Anyone recommend a decent front mudguard?