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02-16-12, 07:32 PM
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Except for the chainstay being taped, I like it. All the roads I have been on are usually nice enough that I never get chainslap
02-16-12, 07:35 PM
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Wheels are Velocity A23's, by the way. The 23mm rim kool aid is no joke.
02-16-12, 07:44 PM
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For resubmission...
Mah baby had to undergo surgery to free her of rust, so I opted for a clear powdercoat.
Obviously, a few things wrong. No bar tape, and my saddle is tilted down a bit, but that's just because I didn't tighten the bolts enough.
Not necessarily looking for a "hot or not" but would love your guys' thoughts.
Mah baby had to undergo surgery to free her of rust, so I opted for a clear powdercoat.
Obviously, a few things wrong. No bar tape, and my saddle is tilted down a bit, but that's just because I didn't tighten the bolts enough.
Not necessarily looking for a "hot or not" but would love your guys' thoughts.
02-16-12, 08:01 PM
#6705
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That looks great Dan. I'm not exactly sure I like it better than when the frame was white, as the cleared frame seems to draw more attention to the few things I don't like about, but I still find it to be hot.
02-16-12, 08:09 PM
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Yeah, I tend to agree. I should have removed the rack mounts when I had a chance, and the welds on a mass produced frame are never things of beauty. But, it will serve me well for the next year or so until I start searching for something in a larger size.
02-16-12, 08:11 PM
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I liked the contrast of the white frame much better before as well. But don't get me wrong, I still love your bike 
02-16-12, 08:14 PM
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I know! It almost looks ti, and having to replace my black wheels/pink headset didn't help at all. But I did have Velocity lace my wheels with some sick red nips. Subtle. Something you wouldn't expect me to win a road race on.
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02-17-12, 02:42 PM
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02-18-12, 04:30 PM
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Well done UCIMBZ!
02-18-12, 05:09 PM
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02-18-12, 05:28 PM
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The Drive Side is Within
ultegra suits that guru.
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02-18-12, 05:46 PM
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As usual UCIM, BEAUTIFULLY HOT. Right down the Grey crank and black shifters to match the tubing and fork. well done.
02-18-12, 06:50 PM
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For resubmission...
Mah baby had to undergo surgery to free her of rust, so I opted for a clear powdercoat.
Obviously, a few things wrong. No bar tape, and my saddle is tilted down a bit, but that's just because I didn't tighten the bolts enough.
Not necessarily looking for a "hot or not" but would love your guys' thoughts.
Mah baby had to undergo surgery to free her of rust, so I opted for a clear powdercoat.
Obviously, a few things wrong. No bar tape, and my saddle is tilted down a bit, but that's just because I didn't tighten the bolts enough.
Not necessarily looking for a "hot or not" but would love your guys' thoughts.
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02-18-12, 07:46 PM
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02-18-12, 10:04 PM
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Alrighty...
I'm resubmitting my bike to the thread because it's seen a couple changes and after today's ride I consider it "done". It's also in the budget thread as it qualifies.
I think it's hot, budget or not....but that's just me.
Frame: 2001 Klein Quantum, Silver Cloud, 58cm
Fork: Klein Air Rail OD
Wheelset: 2006 Mavic Ksyrium Elite
Tires: Continental Grand Prix 24, 24mm wide (23mm mounted)
Shifters: Shimano ST-5700
RD: Shimano RD-5700
FD: Shimano FD-5700, braze-on
Crankset: Shimano FC-5750, 175mm, 50/34
Chain: Shimano CN-5701
Calipers: Shimano BR-5700
Pedals: Shimano PD-5700
Handlebar: Ritchey Pro EvoCurve, 40cm
Stem: Ritchey Pro 4-Axis, 100mm
Seatpost: Ritchey Pro Carbon, two bolt, custom cut length
Saddle: Selle Italia Turbomatic
Tape: Fizik Microtex, silver
Cages: Elite Pase Silver Composite Macia
Housings/Cables: Jagwire
Computer: Garmin Edge 305
The bike was purchased on local CL with the original 5500 triple group, wheelset, and other parts on it. Everything except the frameset was changed, the original group, saddle, and wheelset have been sold to offset the cost of the bike.
Total into the bike, give or take a few bucks, $1319. I'm not counting the Garmin as it
moves from bike to bike. If you want to, $80 eBay buy with cadence sensor and heart rate strap. I have a few more bits to sell too...maybe $25-$50 worth to further offset the cost.
I love the ride. The whole bike just works for me...the fit is great (I got lucky with the stem choice), the 105 group is just amazing for the money, wheels spin like butter. I think the group and the frame compliment each other perfectly in a visual sense.
I welcome your comments!
I'm resubmitting my bike to the thread because it's seen a couple changes and after today's ride I consider it "done". It's also in the budget thread as it qualifies.
I think it's hot, budget or not....but that's just me.
Frame: 2001 Klein Quantum, Silver Cloud, 58cm
Fork: Klein Air Rail OD
Wheelset: 2006 Mavic Ksyrium Elite
Tires: Continental Grand Prix 24, 24mm wide (23mm mounted)
Shifters: Shimano ST-5700
RD: Shimano RD-5700
FD: Shimano FD-5700, braze-on
Crankset: Shimano FC-5750, 175mm, 50/34
Chain: Shimano CN-5701
Calipers: Shimano BR-5700
Pedals: Shimano PD-5700
Handlebar: Ritchey Pro EvoCurve, 40cm
Stem: Ritchey Pro 4-Axis, 100mm
Seatpost: Ritchey Pro Carbon, two bolt, custom cut length
Saddle: Selle Italia Turbomatic
Tape: Fizik Microtex, silver
Cages: Elite Pase Silver Composite Macia
Housings/Cables: Jagwire
Computer: Garmin Edge 305
The bike was purchased on local CL with the original 5500 triple group, wheelset, and other parts on it. Everything except the frameset was changed, the original group, saddle, and wheelset have been sold to offset the cost of the bike.
Total into the bike, give or take a few bucks, $1319. I'm not counting the Garmin as it
moves from bike to bike. If you want to, $80 eBay buy with cadence sensor and heart rate strap. I have a few more bits to sell too...maybe $25-$50 worth to further offset the cost.
I love the ride. The whole bike just works for me...the fit is great (I got lucky with the stem choice), the 105 group is just amazing for the money, wheels spin like butter. I think the group and the frame compliment each other perfectly in a visual sense.
I welcome your comments!
02-18-12, 10:11 PM
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02-18-12, 10:12 PM
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02-19-12, 02:24 PM
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sorry the pics are so big.
12 Specialized Tarmac SL4 Pro SRAM Red Mid-Compact
Modifications:
SRAM Red Black Derailleurs
SRAm OG 1090 Cassette
SRAM PC 1091R Power Chain
FSA K Wing Compact Handlebar
S-Works SL Carbon 2 Bolt Zero Offset Seatpost
Specialized Toupe Expert Saddle
Look Keo Blade (TI axle) Pedals
Red/Black Garmin Edge 500
Next will be a set of carbon wheels/GP4ks, some new bar tape, and i'll call it a day.
12 Specialized Tarmac SL4 Pro SRAM Red Mid-Compact
Modifications:
SRAM Red Black Derailleurs
SRAm OG 1090 Cassette
SRAM PC 1091R Power Chain
FSA K Wing Compact Handlebar
S-Works SL Carbon 2 Bolt Zero Offset Seatpost
Specialized Toupe Expert Saddle
Look Keo Blade (TI axle) Pedals
Red/Black Garmin Edge 500
Next will be a set of carbon wheels/GP4ks, some new bar tape, and i'll call it a day.
Last edited by kiloRH; 02-19-12 at 07:52 PM. Reason: added info
02-19-12, 02:28 PM
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The Drive Side is Within
hot tarmac despite dark photos.
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