RueFest... Specialized Roubaix SL2..
03-14-09, 10:18 AM
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RueFest... Specialized Roubaix SL2..
2.5 hours later.... Its fit.. its trimmed and its oh so lovely! 
(With water bottle holders and heavy Shamino mountain bike pedals so I can wear my recessed cleats)
Some better pics now that ive had time =)
In other news... theres a new warm front coming in..
(My pants..)
Discuss the awesomeness that is Me.. my LBS rocks! I brought beer.... I left with my bike perfectly fit and a huge smile..
Money is money.. No im not telling you how much I paid.. just know it would make you cry if I told you..( that you didnt get this deal)
Just know I am supporting the local economy and doing my part..
(With water bottle holders and heavy Shamino mountain bike pedals so I can wear my recessed cleats)
Some better pics now that ive had time =)
In other news... theres a new warm front coming in..
(My pants..)
Discuss the awesomeness that is Me.. my LBS rocks! I brought beer.... I left with my bike perfectly fit and a huge smile..
Money is money.. No im not telling you how much I paid.. just know it would make you cry if I told you..( that you didnt get this deal)
Just know I am supporting the local economy and doing my part..
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03-14-09, 10:49 AM
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I have an '07 S-Works Roubaix. Don't assume the BB30 style BB is maintenance free. As sweat drips onto the bottom bracket area it seeps into the bearing area as there is no seal excluding moisture.
I would recommed pulling the crank out every three months during the summer months and cleaning up the area around the bearings and where the crank interfaces with the bearing inside diameter.
I would recommed pulling the crank out every three months during the summer months and cleaning up the area around the bearings and where the crank interfaces with the bearing inside diameter.
03-14-09, 11:16 AM
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I write this upon bended knee. Your new bike is the epitome of AWESOME. Let us know what you think after a few rides.
03-14-09, 01:06 PM
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Very nice. congrats
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03-14-09, 01:26 PM
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Veeeerry nice indeed. Couple of questions.
Why are you using Seven stuff? (And in particular a blue-ish looking Seven stem.)
And is that seat going to be your regular seat? It looks like a WTB mountain saddle.
Otherwise, stunning!
Why are you using Seven stuff? (And in particular a blue-ish looking Seven stem.)
And is that seat going to be your regular seat? It looks like a WTB mountain saddle.
Otherwise, stunning!
03-14-09, 03:37 PM
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The reason for the handlebars and seven stem, are for fit right now. im planning on getting the S-works Barmac, however I do have a lower back broken issue.. So we fit as comfortable as possible and am feeling this fit out for now. If i choose to go to the barmac it might not be as comfortable fit.
For the time being it works, not too concerned with how it looks as im just looking to have some fun and ride in comfort
For the time being it works, not too concerned with how it looks as im just looking to have some fun and ride in comfort
03-14-09, 08:16 PM
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I say this with the utmost sincerity......you SUCK!!!!
That is a beauty...let us know how she rides.
Cheers,
Brian J.
That is a beauty...let us know how she rides.
Cheers,
Brian J.
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03-14-09, 10:42 PM
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Let me be the first to say... flip it. 
03-15-09, 05:37 AM
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TO answer some more questions.
no, there will be no Flipping it.. I am not a racer, I have no intentions of trying to fit at aqwardly as possible onto a bike to look good.
Saddle. Its a temp one for now, Im feeling out a beefier saddle to again, suck up as much vibration and provide as much comfort as possible.
The reason for the look/odd items is 100% fit and comfort. I have broken crap in my lower back, and my first starter bike I wasn't able to get fit, 2nd hand bike, 61 cm frame.. so i was stretched out and discomforted. This bike i bought for comfort and being able to go ride 100 miles and not have to come home and take a bunch of vicodin and not move for a day like the old one.
Now if you will excuse me im going to take it out for a nice hour stroll =)
no, there will be no Flipping it.. I am not a racer, I have no intentions of trying to fit at aqwardly as possible onto a bike to look good.
Saddle. Its a temp one for now, Im feeling out a beefier saddle to again, suck up as much vibration and provide as much comfort as possible.
The reason for the look/odd items is 100% fit and comfort. I have broken crap in my lower back, and my first starter bike I wasn't able to get fit, 2nd hand bike, 61 cm frame.. so i was stretched out and discomforted. This bike i bought for comfort and being able to go ride 100 miles and not have to come home and take a bunch of vicodin and not move for a day like the old one.
Now if you will excuse me im going to take it out for a nice hour stroll =)
03-15-09, 12:58 PM
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that was a wonderful ride... ohmy im even more in love... 
shifts smooth... everything just feels good.. and most of all.. My back doesn't hurt moreso then normal =) oh yay
shifts smooth... everything just feels good.. and most of all.. My back doesn't hurt moreso then normal =) oh yay
03-15-09, 02:36 PM
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Congrats, enjoy in good health! The most important thing is to be comfortable so you're definitely on the right track focusing on that rather than how it looks.
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Sounds perfect.
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Ralph (not Ralphie) on a Roubaix in
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Ralph (not Ralphie) on a Roubaix in
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