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tommyblair22 03-26-15 05:14 PM

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Updated:
New fork, brooks b-17, vuelta 1500g wheels, kcnc skewers, carbon seat post, planet x brakes, ritchey pro stem, easton ec90 bars, lizard skin tape

sloar 04-28-15 07:54 AM

Freshly built TST.

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UnfilteredDregs 04-28-15 07:56 AM


Originally Posted by sloar (Post 17757559)


Semper Fi Sloar...Navy here. Question for you, I've heard mixed reports about those Fizik bags staying attached, but I do have the mounting point and would like to take advantage of it...Does it pop off?

sloar 04-28-15 07:59 AM

Haven't used one before, I bought the saddle off paceline forum and the seller threw it in. And this bike hasn't been ridden yet.

UnfilteredDregs 04-28-15 10:01 AM


Originally Posted by sloar (Post 17757578)
Haven't used one before, I bought the saddle off paceline forum and the seller threw it in. And this bike hasn't been ridden yet.

Word has it they pop out, snap off, etc..

kamperhauler 04-28-15 01:49 PM

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Phlorida 04-28-15 02:02 PM


Originally Posted by sloar (Post 17757559)
Freshly built TST.

Nice ride, well done.

Phlorida 04-28-15 02:04 PM


Originally Posted by UnfilteredDregs (Post 17758070)
Word has it they pop out, snap off, etc..

The reviewers on Amazon agree with you. Amazon.com : Fi'zi:k ICS Saddle PA:K : Sports & Outdoors

FlatSix911 05-19-15 11:57 PM

Just saw this review on RBR :thumb:

Review: Motobecane Fantom Cross Team Ti


Review: Motobecane Fantom Cross Team Ti

Great parts spec make bike a solid value for racing or touring at just $2000, this bike a solid value for new CX racers or cross town commuters.

Most associate Motobecane with antiquated French steel or budget road bikes available via BikesDirect.com. But there is more to the story. The Fantom Cross line has been popular among beginner cyclocross races for quite a few years, and for good reason. The titanium model equipped with full Ultegra 6800 11-speed weighs just 19.5 pounds out of the box (49cm sans pedals and reflectors) and is an excellent choice for someone looking for a capable cyclocross race bike without breaking the bank. It would also make a great commuter bike or touring setup... read more
http://www.roadbikereview.com/review...6-13.00.13.jpg

rekmeyata 05-20-15 04:00 AM


Originally Posted by FlatSix911 (Post 17821238)
Just saw this review on RBR :thumb:

Review: Motobecane Fantom Cross Team Ti

That report on RBR isn't the first time this bike or the road bike version got high marks; but don't say this stuff too loud, some of the LBS owners and workers don't want people to know about such a quality product at the third of the cost of any titanium bike they sell, and that's why all the Bikes Direct bashing that goes on.

Wingsprint 05-20-15 04:57 AM


Originally Posted by sloar (Post 17757559)

I love the very clean and classic look to this bike. Nice build!
:thumb:

Flying Foot Doc 05-20-15 01:12 PM

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My Ottrott frame after unpacking from the box from The Pro's Closet. Fork and King headset on now. Ordering the Ultegra Di2 build kit today. Moving the Hawk Racing bottom bracket, wheels and jockey wheels, and Bontrager Race X-Lite carbon handle bars from my Bianchi Infinito

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=452556

noabsolut 05-21-15 06:59 AM

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Five years old, rides like a charm.

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rekmeyata 05-21-15 10:52 AM


Originally Posted by noabsolut (Post 17824601)
Five years old, rides like a charm.

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=452667

I read an interesting story about that frame, not sure if it was true however it was on a site that was comparing Lynskey models but I couldn't find it today; supposedly Lynskey somehow made an error at some point in the formation of the tubes and the tube twisted and so was born an idea. The twist has proven to be of no advantage to frame stiffness or durability over a standard shaped tube, but it sure look very unique and cool!!

Wingsprint 05-22-15 08:04 AM

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My Lynskey r220. 7 years old with over 40,000 miles on it.

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My better half changed from carbon to Ti last year, here is her Lynskey Peloton

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=452862

UnfilteredDregs 05-22-15 08:13 AM

Latest configuration:

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indyfabz 05-22-15 08:16 AM

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Second "real" ride tomorrow. It's the bomb.

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noabsolut 05-22-15 08:22 AM


Originally Posted by rekmeyata (Post 17825403)
I read an interesting story about that frame, not sure if it was true however it was on a site that was comparing Lynskey models but I couldn't find it today; supposedly Lynskey somehow made an error at some point in the formation of the tubes and the tube twisted and so was born an idea. The twist has proven to be of no advantage to frame stiffness or durability over a standard shaped tube, but it sure look very unique and cool!!

It corners left faster than it corners right! And we all know looking cool is already 10 free watts right there!

snidely 05-22-15 10:13 AM

Nice!


Originally Posted by indyfabz (Post 17827927)
Second "real" ride tomorrow. It's the bomb.

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=452864


giangcc18 05-25-15 11:31 AM

[QUOTE = FlatSix911; 17.821.238] Chỉ cần thấy đánh giá này vào RBR Đánh giá: Motobecane Fantom Chữ thập Đội Ti [/ QUOTE]:thumb:





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:)

RoderWrench 06-02-15 06:26 AM

I finally got it about where I want it now, just need to put the Ti King Cages on.

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17.6lbs w/pedals

rekmeyata 06-02-15 10:35 AM


Originally Posted by RoderWrench (Post 17858158)
I finally got it about where I want it now, just need to put the Ti King Cages on.

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...A48A9F6A35.jpg

17.6lbs w/pedals

I thought about getting King Ti Cages for my Lynskey because I like their stainless ones I have on another bike but at $60 a pop it made no sense to me just to have a 28 gram cage. If your deadset on those Kings, Bike Bling had the lowest cost I could find, see: King Titanium Water Bottle Cage from Bike Bling.

There is also a couple of less expensive TI cages that you may or may not like, such as this Blackburn; see: Blackburn Swerve Titanium Bottle Cage from BikeBling.com this one weighs 26 grms which is lighter than the King; and then theres this one which is the lightest of the TI cages plus cost less than the other two; see: wiggle.com | LifeLine Titanium Bottle Cage | Bottle Cages

Anyway I thought I would show you some options.

lieven 06-02-15 11:47 AM

2002 Bianchi Mega EV Ti. Latest build with aluminum Pro LT stem, handlebars and seat post, mixed Campagnolo Centaur/Daytona/Veloce group set (and some 105 ;-), custom 32 spoke DT Swiss Wheels, Selle Italia SLR saddle. Compact 34/50 x 13/29 go everywhere gears.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8584/1...02b9aac0_z.jpgBianchi Mega EV Ti by Lieven Loots, su Flickr

RoderWrench 06-02-15 04:01 PM


Originally Posted by rekmeyata (Post 17858947)

There is also a couple of less expensive TI cages that you may or may not like, such as this Blackburn; see: Blackburn Swerve Titanium Bottle Cage from BikeBling.com this one weighs 26 grms which is lighter than the King; and then theres this one which is the lightest of the TI cages plus cost less than the other two; see: wiggle.com | LifeLine Titanium Bottle Cage | Bottle Cages

Anyway I thought I would show you some options.

I already have the Kings, just haven't installed them yet. I knew there were far more inexpensive options out there. Sometimes I like the idea of my money going to a guy in his garage in Colorado rather than an overseas corporation. Since 1991, Ron Andrews has been making them by hand on a jig that he created. You can see videos of him making them on YouTube. The stainless ones are far more reasonable, but you gotta go Ti on a Ti frame!

TGT1 06-03-15 01:34 PM


Originally Posted by rekmeyata (Post 17821329)
That report on RBR isn't the first time this bike or the road bike version got high marks; but don't say this stuff too loud, some of the LBS owners and workers don't want people to know about such a quality product at the third of the cost of any titanium bike they sell, and that's why all the Bikes Direct bashing that goes on.

The Ti bikes seem to be practically only available by preordering. A couple of weeks after the container arrives only the really large and small frame sizes are left.

One of the reasons they can keep the prices so low is they operate on your dime, not a banks. They charge your card when you order so you may be loaning them the purchase price for a month or two.

A really good deal if you know your size and can wait for a bit .


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