My New Commuter - Civia Hyland Alfine
06-15-10, 10:42 AM
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My New Commuter - Civia Hyland Alfine
Pictures are here:
https://picasaweb.google.com/lamb.jim/CiviaHyland#
Lightly customized with:
* Ergon GC3 grips
* Supernova E3 head & tail lights
* Paul Gino light mount (for head light)
* Banjo Brothers trunk bag
I've been riding it for a little over a month now and I'm really happy with it. The Alfine group is really nice, especially with the dynamo hub. I prefer the Ergon grips to the OEM ones. The rear rack is particularly nice with a good set back even if it's relatively short overall. One of the best features for me is no toe overlap which has been an issue with just about every other bike I've owned.
The ride is crisp but not punishing. It's not overly compliant, but it does give you a nice efficient ride. The hydraulic disc brakes work really well, but squeal a bit just as you're coming to a stop. It's not the lightest thing, but it's built to last. My only design quibble is that the chain cover should be arched - that would prevent the chain from slapping into it every time you went over a decent sized bump.
Overall, great bike - highly recommended.
https://picasaweb.google.com/lamb.jim/CiviaHyland#
Lightly customized with:
* Ergon GC3 grips
* Supernova E3 head & tail lights
* Paul Gino light mount (for head light)
* Banjo Brothers trunk bag
I've been riding it for a little over a month now and I'm really happy with it. The Alfine group is really nice, especially with the dynamo hub. I prefer the Ergon grips to the OEM ones. The rear rack is particularly nice with a good set back even if it's relatively short overall. One of the best features for me is no toe overlap which has been an issue with just about every other bike I've owned.
The ride is crisp but not punishing. It's not overly compliant, but it does give you a nice efficient ride. The hydraulic disc brakes work really well, but squeal a bit just as you're coming to a stop. It's not the lightest thing, but it's built to last. My only design quibble is that the chain cover should be arched - that would prevent the chain from slapping into it every time you went over a decent sized bump.
Overall, great bike - highly recommended.
06-15-10, 11:33 AM
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I have the Rohloff version of the Hyland and really like it. Similar light upgrade to yours too except I went with the E3 Triple along with the Supernova taillight.
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06-15-10, 02:33 PM
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fyi, I don't have to to explain more right now, but the chain does stretch and you can adjust the position of the rear wheel to keep the chain taught, and reduce the chain slap against the chain guard. The civia probably has a video on how to do it.
06-16-10, 04:41 AM
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Yes, I know I can put more tension on the chain to reduce slapping, but I don't want the chain overly tight. Most European bikes (including my daughter's Puky) have arched chain guards for precisely this reason.
06-16-10, 09:19 AM
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I'm not saying an arched guard is a bad idea, it would certainly save people the trouble of tightening the chain when it gets loose from wear, but I don't think the chain is "supposed" to be loose at all.
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Congrats! Great bike!
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