Hot r Not
03-11-12, 08:36 AM
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03-11-12, 09:16 AM
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Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean
Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset 
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03-11-12, 09:53 AM
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The stealth black version of this bike was $300 more. couldnt afford it
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean
Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset
03-11-12, 10:12 AM
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The stealth black version of this bike was $300 more. couldnt afford it
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean
Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset 
In general I don't think light coloured frames look very good with the dark grey Shimano cranks, but there you go.
03-11-12, 10:26 AM
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03-11-12, 12:19 PM
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can I solicit opinions on an upcoming bike build?
i'm getting a custom steel frame. I want it to be timeless and classy, and NOT the same black/red/white that every bike has. There are some really nice blues available, but I'm not sure i want a 100% blue frame.
I'm currently considering the following:
Anthracite Gray Metallic frame
Black carbon fiber fork/stem
White handlebar tape, cables, and decals
Anodized blue (e.g. Chris King) brakes/headset/BB
so, basically, metallic gray with a few dashes of blue.
I also have the option of chroming the chainstays/seatstays/lugs, but i'm leaning against it.
Here is the thread where i've been discussing it so far:
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...ions-(big-pics)
would it be hot or not?
i'm getting a custom steel frame. I want it to be timeless and classy, and NOT the same black/red/white that every bike has. There are some really nice blues available, but I'm not sure i want a 100% blue frame.
I'm currently considering the following:
Anthracite Gray Metallic frame
Black carbon fiber fork/stem
White handlebar tape, cables, and decals
Anodized blue (e.g. Chris King) brakes/headset/BB
so, basically, metallic gray with a few dashes of blue.
I also have the option of chroming the chainstays/seatstays/lugs, but i'm leaning against it.
Here is the thread where i've been discussing it so far:
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...ions-(big-pics)
would it be hot or not?
03-11-12, 03:42 PM
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03-11-12, 03:52 PM
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there is A LOT of branding on that Pinarello! But still HOT
03-11-12, 04:24 PM
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03-11-12, 05:21 PM
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The stealth black version of this bike was $300 more. couldnt afford it
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset
Sounds like you are suggesting to go back to basics.. thought i'd try the red tape since the white was impossible to keep clean
Will probably go for black. this is what it looked like originally. Cant do anything about the groupset
03-11-12, 08:09 PM
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03-11-12, 08:29 PM
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03-12-12, 02:57 AM
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Well the name may be odd, but i love the ride and what it helps me achieve: I am new to road bikes.
I was not big on budget, was out to get $1,000 bike when i saw this CUBE $2500 retail down to Clearance of $1500. Same bike with stealth paint was 10% higher priced so i stretched to this and am i glad i did! ..I may end up with a CAAD10 by end of year though since i too am a follower of the "Cult of CAAD".
I was not big on budget, was out to get $1,000 bike when i saw this CUBE $2500 retail down to Clearance of $1500. Same bike with stealth paint was 10% higher priced so i stretched to this and am i glad i did! ..I may end up with a CAAD10 by end of year though since i too am a follower of the "Cult of CAAD".
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03-12-12, 07:50 AM
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Those cubes are so hit or miss with me.
03-12-12, 09:16 AM
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Here is my German pride and joy.
2010 CUBE AGREE SL
Full Ultegra group
Easton Vista SL wheels replaced with Easton EA 70 wheels
SYNTACE Handle and Stem replaced with Easton EA 70 bar and Deda Zero1 stem
Cube saddle swapped with Ritchie WCS Marathon
Profile Design Legacy Aero Bar for longer rides
Stock without pedals 8.1kg think i managed to lower that with wheels saddle handle bar etc.
2010 CUBE AGREE SL
Full Ultegra group
Easton Vista SL wheels replaced with Easton EA 70 wheels
SYNTACE Handle and Stem replaced with Easton EA 70 bar and Deda Zero1 stem
Cube saddle swapped with Ritchie WCS Marathon
Profile Design Legacy Aero Bar for longer rides
Stock without pedals 8.1kg think i managed to lower that with wheels saddle handle bar etc.
I've been curious about those frames for some time though, seeing as I can't get a Canyon over here.
03-12-12, 09:22 AM
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03-12-12, 09:34 AM
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Everything I've read about them has been positive. For example, review of the new version of the Agree.
