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05-16-13, 01:10 AM
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Actually, I have an older Ultregra Infinito in blue/white that's a 59. The 59 isn't a bad fit for me, but I like the 57 (and the Celeste/Campy) better. I was going to sell the 59 but my wife suggested I just keep it. That kind of threw me for a loop. I don't know what I'm going to do with 2 Infinitos though, along with my other bikes.
We have some rough roads around here, but I think the Infinito handles them well. It's certainly not as smooth as my old Trek 720 steel touring bike, but overall I think the Infinito is a great bike.
05-16-13, 06:52 AM
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Thanks. I'm just under 6' and the new Infinito is a 57. According to the LBS, I'm a 58 but the choices are 57 or 59. I don't know about Cannondales, but my impression is that a Bianchi 59 isn't as big as some other manufacturer's 59s are.
Actually, I have an older Ultregra Infinito in blue/white that's a 59. The 59 isn't a bad fit for me, but I like the 57 (and the Celeste/Campy) better. I was going to sell the 59 but my wife suggested I just keep it. That kind of threw me for a loop. I don't know what I'm going to do with 2 Infinitos though, along with my other bikes.
We have some rough roads around here, but I think the Infinito handles them well. It's certainly not as smooth as my old Trek 720 steel touring bike, but overall I think the Infinito is a great bike.
Actually, I have an older Ultregra Infinito in blue/white that's a 59. The 59 isn't a bad fit for me, but I like the 57 (and the Celeste/Campy) better. I was going to sell the 59 but my wife suggested I just keep it. That kind of threw me for a loop. I don't know what I'm going to do with 2 Infinitos though, along with my other bikes.
We have some rough roads around here, but I think the Infinito handles them well. It's certainly not as smooth as my old Trek 720 steel touring bike, but overall I think the Infinito is a great bike.
05-16-13, 07:33 PM
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Crappy picture of my Zanconato (I really need to get a better camera):
Thinking about a black stem and a black crankset, and maybe swap out the SRAM Red components from my other bike on this one.
Thinking about a black stem and a black crankset, and maybe swap out the SRAM Red components from my other bike on this one.
05-16-13, 10:51 PM
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05-17-13, 07:04 AM
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Got myself a garmin edge 500 and the package of GP4000s from wiggle.
05-17-13, 08:10 AM
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This is like a chef saying, I'm sorry the meal isn't any good, I really need to get better pots.Take the bike outside during the day, lean it up against your solid color garage door, position it correctly, and take a photo. (probably best if it's cloudy or in the shade slightly) I promise the problem isn't the camera. The photography doesn't have to be spectacular, just something where we can see the bike clearly.
05-17-13, 08:22 AM
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05-17-13, 08:46 AM
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The hottest indoor pic I could take :-)
I know... too many spacers, flip the stem... but this is one fast bike for long rides.
I know... too many spacers, flip the stem... but this is one fast bike for long rides.
05-17-13, 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by FPSDavid
If you have to say it, why post here?
This is like a chef saying, I'm sorry the meal isn't any good, I really need to get better pots.Take the bike outside during the day, lean it up against your solid color garage door, position it correctly, and take a photo. (probably best if it's cloudy or in the shade slightly) I promise the problem isn't the camera. The photography doesn't have to be spectacular, just something where we can see the bike clearly.
I was mainly looking for some feedback on the black stem / black crankset swap I am thinking about.Anyways, please carry on with the regularly scheduled discussion...
05-17-13, 08:57 AM
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05-17-13, 10:54 AM
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05-18-13, 11:54 AM
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Dudeman, great shot of the Caad.
Took some pictures with the new crank. The rest of Sram Red will be ordered and installed in pieces over the summer. Flame on..
Took some pictures with the new crank. The rest of Sram Red will be ordered and installed in pieces over the summer. Flame on..
05-18-13, 02:47 PM
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I'm usually the one that always levels the cranks, has a white garage door, aligns valve stems, removes all accessories, and uses a dslr
today i was just too excited
today i was just too excited
05-18-13, 03:17 PM
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05-18-13, 04:24 PM
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05-18-13, 04:33 PM
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05-18-13, 04:41 PM
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05-18-13, 05:41 PM
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05-18-13, 09:09 PM
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I don't have a garage, and this is pretty much the best picture my old cell phone will take, regardless of the conditions. I spend all my disposable income on bike stuff, so just doing the best with what I have. I was mainly looking for some feedback on the black stem / black crankset swap I am thinking about.
Anyways, please carry on with the regularly scheduled discussion...
I was mainly looking for some feedback on the black stem / black crankset swap I am thinking about.Anyways, please carry on with the regularly scheduled discussion...
https://www.ritcheylogic.com/dyn_prodfamily.php?k=397728
also from a pure aesthetic standpoint I've always loved the old school 1st gen sram rival (in silver) on steel/classical looking bikes. every once in a while a seller will have a whole 1st gen SRAM Rival groupset on eBay for really great prices.
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05-19-13, 12:04 AM
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At that rate, why not just get red tires (and maybe a Dalmatian to go with the fire truck motif)
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05-19-13, 12:13 AM
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Yes yes yes yes yes to all.
05-21-13, 11:39 PM
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My new should've been Allez Race...A 2011 S-Works Tarmac SL3 "Astana". Running 2013 SRAM Force Groupset, 53/39 Chainrings, 12-25 cassette, S-Works Seatpost and S-Works Toupe saddle. Regular Joe Specialized 110mm stem and Easton EA70 Bars...Pretty much what I had to build up the Allez Race...Oh, and Mavic Ksyrium SLS Rims with Armadillo tires. Overall 15.10 pounds...(without the tail light). I'm .02 pounds heavier than my buddies S-Works SL3 (and he's running 2011 Red), but new stem and carbon bars, I'll be good to go...I Love how it turned out...and how it rides too...
05-22-13, 12:12 AM
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My new should've been Allez Race...A 2011 S-Works Tarmac SL3 "Astana". Running 2013 SRAM Force Groupset, 53/39 Chainrings, 12-25 cassette, S-Works Seatpost and S-Works Toupe saddle. Regular Joe Specialized 110mm stem and Easton EA70 Bars...Pretty much what I had to build up the Allez Race...Oh, and Mavic Ksyrium SLS Rims with Armadillo tires. Overall 15.10 pounds...(without the tail light). I'm .02 pounds heavier than my buddies S-Works SL3 (and he's running 2011 Red), but new stem and carbon bars, I'll be good to go...I Love how it turned out...and how it rides too...
