Post Your Titaniums
04-28-15 | 07:56 AM
#2328
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From: NYC, duh Bronx.
Bikes: Salsa Ti Warbird- 2014/ November RAIL52s
04-28-15 | 07:59 AM
#2329
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From: Elwood Indiana
Bikes: they change so much I'm tired of updating this
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.
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04-28-15 | 10:01 AM
#2330
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From: NYC, duh Bronx.
Bikes: Salsa Ti Warbird- 2014/ November RAIL52s
04-28-15 | 02:04 PM
#2333
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Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 227
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From: Greenville, SC
Bikes: 17 Spot Acme, 14 Lynskey Peleton
The reviewers on Amazon agree with you. Amazon.com : Fi'zi:k ICS Saddle PA:K : Sports & Outdoors
05-19-15 | 11:57 PM
#2334
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From: Los Altos, CA
Just saw this review on RBR 
Review: Motobecane Fantom Cross Team Ti
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
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
Last edited by FlatSix911; 05-22-15 at 01:06 PM.
05-20-15 | 04:00 AM
#2335
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From: NE Indiana
Bikes: 2020 Masi Giramondo 700c; 2013 Lynskey Peloton; 1992 Giant Rincon; 1989 Dawes needs parts; 1985 Trek 660; 1985 Fuji Club; 1984 Schwinn Voyager; 1984 Miyata 612; 1977 Raleigh Competition GS
05-20-15 | 01:12 PM
#2337
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Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 103
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From: Jupiter, Florida
Bikes: Giant eStance2, raised carbon handlebars , dropper post & Raceface Ride pedals
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
05-21-15 | 10:52 AM
#2339
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From: NE Indiana
Bikes: 2020 Masi Giramondo 700c; 2013 Lynskey Peloton; 1992 Giant Rincon; 1989 Dawes needs parts; 1985 Trek 660; 1985 Fuji Club; 1984 Schwinn Voyager; 1984 Miyata 612; 1977 Raleigh Competition GS
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!!
05-22-15 | 08:22 AM
#2343
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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!!
05-25-15 | 11:31 AM
#2345
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[QUOTE = FlatSix911; 17.821.238] Chỉ cần thấy đánh giá này vào RBR Đánh giá: Motobecane Fantom Chữ thập Đội Ti [/ QUOTE]
Last edited by giangcc18; 06-04-15 at 05:34 AM.
06-02-15 | 10:35 AM
#2347
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From: NE Indiana
Bikes: 2020 Masi Giramondo 700c; 2013 Lynskey Peloton; 1992 Giant Rincon; 1989 Dawes needs parts; 1985 Trek 660; 1985 Fuji Club; 1984 Schwinn Voyager; 1984 Miyata 612; 1977 Raleigh Competition GS
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.
06-02-15 | 11:47 AM
#2348
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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.
Bianchi Mega EV Ti by Lieven Loots, su Flickr
Bianchi Mega EV Ti by Lieven Loots, su Flickr
06-02-15 | 04:01 PM
#2349
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From: Northern Wisconsin
Bikes: Cannondale Slate and the rest don't matter anymore.
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.
06-03-15 | 01:34 PM
#2350
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From: SGV So Cal
Bikes: 80's Schwinn High Plains, Motobecane Ti Cyclocross
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.
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 .