New Build dilema
08-08-06, 05:54 AM
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New Build dilema
Bought a Look 555 in pink for my wife and can't decide whether to put black rims on (Campanolo Zondas) or silver rims (Krysiums SL2) any thoughts as to which would look better ?
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08-08-06, 06:18 AM
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Originally Posted by WCroadie
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08-08-06, 07:40 AM
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black, no question.
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08-08-06, 07:42 AM
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Not usually a fan of the black rims, but on that frame, got to go with Ostuni on this one. Black.
08-08-06, 07:43 AM
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I would do the Zonda'a over the Krysium's but if color were the only criterion, I would do the same as the handlebar/stem/seatpost/other components.
08-08-06, 07:48 AM
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I think black would look good...I have a lime green caad 3 that I'm building for my GF and want to put some black wheels as well but then again, it all depends on what I find at a good price...
08-08-06, 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by supcom
Why ask us? Ask your wife!
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"ALWAYS BET ON BLACK"
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Ask your wife or you may be in trouble.
Now having said that I like silver, paticuarly with a light coloured frame as it will make the bike look visualy lighter. Match with silver seatpost, cranks, handlebars, ect.
All black would work too but in my view it will look heavier and maybe a little menacing.
Regards, Anthony
Now having said that I like silver, paticuarly with a light coloured frame as it will make the bike look visualy lighter. Match with silver seatpost, cranks, handlebars, ect.
All black would work too but in my view it will look heavier and maybe a little menacing.
Regards, Anthony
08-08-06, 08:55 AM
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Will she be riding alone? I have the Zondas on two bikes, Mavics on another. I can change the Mavics without touching a tire lever. The first time I changed out the Zondas, it took forever, and I could barely get the tires back on. It gets easier as the tires get used.
However, the Zondas just look great!
However, the Zondas just look great!
08-08-06, 09:12 AM
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She'll be pretty much riding on her own on weekdays and with me on the weekends so, the Mavis it is, Pedal Wrench what tyres are you using to get away with no levers ?
