Originally Posted by
newtobykes
mine comes in tomorrow woohoo! so excited. went to my LBS couple nights ago and tried a few bikes. the specialized sirrus stuck out and I was on the verge of buying but at nearly $700 with tax, it kinda seemed like a bit much for a something I"m just started. I got this from nashbar though so hopefully I'll like it.
any advice for assembly? will I need any tools that are not included in the box? I know someone suggested that if I assemble it myself that should take it to my LBS to get tuned. can someone explain why I need to get it tuned and what that entitles and how long it takes?
It'll come in its box, and lots of stuff will already be done. It'll also come with sufficient allen wrenches to tighten up stuff and tweak things as you adjust seat height, derailleur position, etc. Go ahead and make sure the gront derailleiur and rear ar both lined up correctly =- in fact, there are a few ery good videos on Utube to guide you thru the processes of adjusting your stuff. Lube should be sufficient, but you may want to use som Home brew or something on the chain.
Do all the adjustment you want, get it tweaked to your best ability ---- then take it to your LBS and let them do it correctly (no offense)....they know more than you. I did my own, rode it well for a couple of weeks, then stopped by my LBS and - within 30 minutes - it was absolutely tuned and adjusted - almost a different bike. So plan to do that at least once.
Good luck, and congrats!