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What road bike do you have?

Old 04-14-12, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by SpinDr
Don't ride the bike like that. Another spacer will not only make it look right, but it will also allow you to preload the headset bearings.
Thanks for the tip... Replaced the two smaller spacers with one 20mm carbon spacer, haven't had a chance to ride it yet with the new setup... Hoping to do so in the next hour or so though.
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Old 04-14-12, 03:59 PM
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Very nice Bianchi Sempre.
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Old 04-14-12, 05:01 PM
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New frame set. Finally fully built. Cervelo RS Giro D'Italia Edition. Took this photo right before a proper 60 mile break in ride. Absolutely love it. Now it just needs some deeper wheels

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That RS is one of the nicest bikes on BF. So clean.
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Old 04-14-12, 05:25 PM
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This (last) entire page has been sweet.
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Old 04-14-12, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by NathanC
That RS is one of the nicest bikes on BF. So clean.
Thanks Nathan!
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Old 04-14-12, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Pinkbullet3
Felt looks slick; why do you like the hoods so high?
they arent that high they are zipp short reach bars
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Old 04-14-12, 08:28 PM
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Oic
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That RS is stunning!
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Old 04-14-12, 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by tran.300 View Post
I can finally add to these threads! woot. still stock... but really trying hard to figure out how to add more celeste to it.

I almost went with that one. Just a touch too aggressive for me (geometry and handling), so I went with the Altamira. I have to say; those that want something that handles like an F1 racer, GO FOR IT!
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Old 04-15-12, 09:44 AM
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Repost because of the previous crappy pict.


_MG_0956 by individual image, on Flickr
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TREK 1.5 2012
Brand new. Just got it.
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Old 04-15-12, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JMP0323
TREK 1.5 2012
Brand new. Just got it.
Evidence please?
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Originally Posted by Igo
Evidence please?
Give em a moment. They are clearly excited. Lol

Nrow-How do you like the jump from homemade roadie to real roadie? It is fun watching people move up the ladder, especially when they take VERY similar steps you did. Keep up the riding nrow and I am sure in a year from now you will look at your bike and then remember this first month when you first got it and realized how far this bike has helped you to come. Enjoy the more beautiful weather.
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Old 04-15-12, 01:57 PM
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Originally Posted by BestSportEver
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Now this is how you take a picture of a nice bike.
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Old 04-15-12, 01:58 PM
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Leave him be. He's got some pictures to take.

Originally Posted by X-LinkedRider
Give em a moment. They are clearly excited. Lol

Nrow-How do you like the jump from homemade roadie to real roadie? It is fun watching people move up the ladder, especially when they take VERY similar steps you did. Keep up the riding nrow and I am sure in a year from now you will look at your bike and then remember this first month when you first got it and realized how far this bike has helped you to come. Enjoy the more beautiful weather.
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Old 04-15-12, 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by X-LinkedRider View Post
Nrow-How do you like the jump from homemade roadie to real roadie? It is fun watching people move up the ladder, especially when they take VERY similar steps you did. Keep up the riding nrow and I am sure in a year from now you will look at your bike and then remember this first month when you first got it and realized how far this bike has helped you to come. Enjoy the more beautiful weather.
Funny story... Listed that homemade roadie on CL for a price much higher than I thought it was worth and had a buyer within 24 hours... The morning before it sold, the Allez in my size was listed for a little more than I sold the Schwinn for... I guess the stars just happened to align. Haha

OMG, what a difference going from an old steel Schwinn to the Specialized... it's so much lighter, shifts so much smoother, and the brifters (even being the less-preferred Sora's) are lovely compared to what I was using! I love it!
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Old 04-15-12, 01:59 PM
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Daaaamn. Can I have that?!

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That S-Works is amazing.
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Originally Posted by IcySmooth52
I almost went with that one. Just a touch too aggressive for me (geometry and handling), so I went with the Altamira. I have to say; those that want something that handles like an F1 racer, GO FOR IT!
Finally lol, someone can explain it for me.

Thanks all, I almost doubted the color scheme for a second there... (as for the celeste frame it's a whole lot more expensive! )
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Old 04-16-12, 06:17 AM
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I'm surprised you're still using the stock saddle. That thing was an absolute nightmare for me.
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Old 04-16-12, 10:53 AM
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ya know, i figured i would need to change it but it actually suits me just fine. i'm also surprised. i'm sure i could find a better one somewhere but for $150 i cant say it would be worth it.
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I hope you don't mind if I envy all of you. You each have beautiful bikes, each one special in it's own unique way.
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Old 04-16-12, 01:35 PM
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My new TCR.

Beautiful.
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