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#3776
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and if weight isnt a huge issue, the red/black - Far and Near chainrings would look AMAZING on your bike https://fairwheelbikes.com/far-and-ne...cd-p-1066.html
One of my favorite bikes on BF. I would go with https://fairwheelbikes.com/fibrelyte-...cd-p-1069.html
The KCNC is just too much
The KCNC is just too much
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I am actually considering both of those. The Fibre-lytes just don't seem like a reliable choice, and I am not sure if the red F&N would look good or not. If it matches good then I agree, I think it would look good, but chances are it's probably a different red, and might look dumb then. I wish they made them in all black, and I would be all over it.
another option are the Tune rings...more durable than fiber-lytes (pretty much anything is) https://fairwheelbikes.com/tune-alumi...gs-p-3061.html
either way, i absolutely love your bike
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Agree with you on both fronts.
another option are the Tune rings...more durable than fiber-lytes (pretty much anything is) https://fairwheelbikes.com/tune-alumi...gs-p-3061.html
either way, i absolutely love your bike
another option are the Tune rings...more durable than fiber-lytes (pretty much anything is) https://fairwheelbikes.com/tune-alumi...gs-p-3061.html
either way, i absolutely love your bike
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I've always had good luck with the standard KCNC rings, that might be an option too.
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BOOM! LOUD DECALS! yea, gonna remove them soon.
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Surprisingly, it still looks really DAMM good with those SHOUTING logos! Will look super HOT once you debadge them
Man that is Sharp! The blue/white contrast really grabs the eye and makes the bike stand out.
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Hi,
Yeah, they're loud, yes, it's hot.
Yeah, they're loud, yes, it's hot.
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#3787
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I have heard many a good things about the C24 Dura-Ace wheelset. I know they are slightly more heavy than its competition, but the hubs are more than supposed to make for it. How do you like them?
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I scored a great deal on eBay for them, so I can't complain. I'm not sure what wheels you're comparing them to, but the weight difference is probably negligible and the lightweight rims make these feel incredibly light. The hubs are buttery smooth and combined with latex tubes, the ride is incredibly smooth, even over less-than-ideal road surfaces.
Sometimes I worry about what will happen if I total one of the rims, but they've held up well so far. If I had to do it again, I'd probably go for a set of handbuilts on HED C2 rims with nice hubs like the Alchemy ELF/ORC or King R45, but either way, my wheels aren't what's holding me back.
Sometimes I worry about what will happen if I total one of the rims, but they've held up well so far. If I had to do it again, I'd probably go for a set of handbuilts on HED C2 rims with nice hubs like the Alchemy ELF/ORC or King R45, but either way, my wheels aren't what's holding me back.
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My 2003 Bianchi San Lorenzo. Full Shimano (gasp!) Dura Ace except for the 105 compact crank. FSA RD 600 wheels, the center flange is neat and haven't had any of the problems others have had with them (creaking or having them NEVER stay true). Fizik Arione saddle, Look Keo pedals, Easton EC90 carbon fork, carbon cages, etc. I love it all. What do you all think?
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My 2003 Bianchi San Lorenzo. Full Shimano (gasp!) Dura Ace except for the 105 compact crank. FSA RD 600 wheels, the center flange is neat and haven't had any of the problems others have had with them (creaking or having them NEVER stay true). Fizik Arione saddle, Look Keo pedals, Easton EC90 carbon fork, carbon cages, etc. I love it all. What do you all think?
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#3792
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Yeah. From old dude talking, I still can’t like the looks of fat carbon rims. I understand it’s all about the grams and not the looks; but I’m just a looker and that C’dale looks damned fine in my eyes minus the fat Eastons.
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A few different reasons. 52x11 is 124 vs 119 gear inches of a 50x11. I ride with a tandem a fair amount and on long descents I don't spin out as fast. Same when riding with taller cyclists hammering in 53x11. Having used 50, 52, 53 outer rings I actually like the ratio of the 52 the best. The bike came with 52/36 11-28 which I used for several months before changing over.
Most climbs I use the 39 with an 11-26 cassette. For extended 12% and up I'll switch to the 30. 52/39/30 11-26 is about the same as 50-34 11-26 with one higher and one lower gear. I also don't have to shift as much as I would with a 50/34 setup. The 6703 Ultegra shifts fast, really fast. Much better up front than 2008 Chorus with a compact which I had on my Pedal Force frame.
It works for me.
Most climbs I use the 39 with an 11-26 cassette. For extended 12% and up I'll switch to the 30. 52/39/30 11-26 is about the same as 50-34 11-26 with one higher and one lower gear. I also don't have to shift as much as I would with a 50/34 setup. The 6703 Ultegra shifts fast, really fast. Much better up front than 2008 Chorus with a compact which I had on my Pedal Force frame.
It works for me.
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A few different reasons. 52x11 is 124 vs 119 gear inches of a 50x11. I ride with a tandem a fair amount and on long descents I don't spin out as fast. Same when riding with taller cyclists hammering in 53x11. Having used 50, 52, 53 outer rings I actually like the ratio of the 52 the best. The bike came with 52/36 11-28 which I used for several months before changing over.
Most climbs I use the 39 with an 11-26 cassette. For extended 12% and up I'll switch to the 30. 52/39/30 11-26 is about the same as 50-34 11-26 with one higher and one lower gear. I also don't have to shift as much as I would with a 50/34 setup. The 6703 Ultegra shifts fast, really fast. Much better up front than 2008 Chorus with a compact which I had on my Pedal Force frame.
It works for me.
Most climbs I use the 39 with an 11-26 cassette. For extended 12% and up I'll switch to the 30. 52/39/30 11-26 is about the same as 50-34 11-26 with one higher and one lower gear. I also don't have to shift as much as I would with a 50/34 setup. The 6703 Ultegra shifts fast, really fast. Much better up front than 2008 Chorus with a compact which I had on my Pedal Force frame.
It works for me.
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