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Originally Posted by BigBlueToe
(Post 11950912)
I'm jealous, but conflicted. Assuming I ever had the disposable income to reasonably consider such a purchase, part of me covets this bike very much, while the other part worries that such a beautiful machine would be wasted on the likes of me (old and slow.)
The one word I suspect would apply to that bike's ride is: PLUSH. I bet it would ride well even over crappy chip-seal. At our age I think we deserve it, nay, are entitled to it. |
Nice..... very very nice. I really like the pic of it leaning up against a tree-very stealth like. I know you're going to really enjoy that maching on longer rides once you get the setup the way you like it. You've certainly earned it!
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I was really hung into the "steel is real" thing until I picked up my first carbon bike..no going back now
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Originally Posted by BluesDawg
(Post 11949770)
My brand new Roubaix SL3 Expert, size 58. I just brought it home today and only had time for a very short ride before dark. The ride is amazing. I have a few tweaks to make before it fits just right, but it is close. I may need to get a shorter stem, especially if I take off the spacers. I can't wait to take it out for a long ride.
Seriously cool ride BD!:thumb: |
Well you finally did it. I don't think you'll be sorry about that ride. Very good looking bike.:beer:
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Beautiful bike.
Will be interested in your riding impressions once you've used it more. What is your current stable -- this replaces the RB-1, and then you have a Salsa Casserrol and a mountain bike as well? |
Wow! If it rides half as nice as it looks, it will be an awsome ride.:thumb:
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While I would never have a reason to own a bike like this it sure is a mighty sweet looking ride!!
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Congrats BD! I love riding plastic, sure you will also.
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Wow! Nice looking bike, BD. Congratulations:thumb::thumb:
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Originally Posted by The Weak Link
(Post 11951087)
Just because only one horse will win the Kentucky Derby each year doesn't mean all the other horses get shot.
The one word I suspect would apply to that bike's ride is: PLUSH. I bet it would ride well even over crappy chip-seal. At our age I think we deserve it, nay, are entitled to it. |
I hope your weather is good so you can get out and ride the "new" off of it before New Years!
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You had also wanted SRAM. I think you will love the Ultegra. I wish I could have waited for the 2011 Expert, but I really love my 2010. Let us know about the Fulcrum Racing wheels. Does it have the Avatar saddle? I hated it and swapped it for a Toupe.
You also didn't want the 11-28 cassette. Did you swap it out? I think you will really like the 11-28 if you didn't swap it and give it a chance. |
You'll love it! I picked up a new Roubaix Elite this past spring and got it properly fitted before I left the bike shop. It's the most comfortable bike I've ever owned! Made for a great riding season. It's amazing how well the "plastic" absorbs the road shock!
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I forgot to ask if you use a Camelbak. I saw no water bottle cages. I hardly use the cages on mine, but have needed them on some occasions. I also put my MagicShine battery in a water bottle and use a cage for it.
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Those "comfort" road bikes feel pretty good, don't they? Nice looking ride.
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What else is there to say, but PLASTIC IS FANTASTIC!!!
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First ride report.
It was a perfect, cool day for a ride. The bike is amazing! I rode 34 miles, grinning like a Cheshire cat the whole time. The Roubaix smooths the rough roads like nothing else I've ridden and it simply sails on smooth roads. I don't think "plush" is the right word to describe the ride. It seems like magic that one bike can be so smooth and yet so stiff at the same time. Not a hint of flex in the bottom bracket when standing on a climb. This could be the start of something big! :D I goofed up on the route and had to ride 1.5 miles on a dirt road where I had planned to only do about a third of a mile. The bike handled it fine, but it's not something I'll want to do much of on this bike. http://ridewithgps.com/trips/148028 http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluesda...94793819/show/ http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5001/...1b542dab_z.jpg 101 by BluesDawg, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5206/...3cc07aeb_z.jpg 103 by BluesDawg, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5164/...a4f5e17f_z.jpg 105 by BluesDawg, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5287/...ee6d6156_z.jpg 108 by BluesDawg, on Flickr |
Awesome bike, BD, and well deserved. Your ride report (along with great pics) makes my heart ache because I have been sidelined (not riding) because of family and home construction issues - combined with snow/ice. My 1990 carbon wrap Miyata bike is one of favorites - while I have a lot of old and modern steel frames, she's still a joy to ride.
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Wow, BD, that's a beaut!
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Beautiful bike, I'm sure you will have many happy miles together. The local Specialized rep let me ride his Roubaix one day in early '09...life hasn't been the same for me since. :)
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Dawg,
Nice bike, what a neat early Christmas gift to yourself. Ride on! Bill |
Congratulations, I just love a black bike!
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Does anyone else think it looks like he had beer in that water bottle?
Looks like you made a great choice, BD. Gratz again. |
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