Who didn't / doesn't like their titanium road bike?
If it is fit properly, what didn't / don't you like about it?
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You are kidding, right?
I bet just about everyone who has one loves theirs...what's not to like?? PS pic: http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/.../fall09018.jpg |
The only thing I didn't like is that it was painted. That has been remedied. Rides great.
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Originally Posted by Andy Somnifac
(Post 12148136)
The only thing I didn't like is that it was painted. That has been remedied. Rides great.
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I think painting a Ti bike is kinda silly, but it's your bike so do what you like...
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This is going to be a short thread.
If you're thinking about getting a Ti bike, there are better ways to ask for answers. But, if you ask..... Well the titanium just always shines. It doesn't dull, scratch, chip, ding, or anything. Pretty annoying. It absorbs big bumps like a couch, and dammit I want my teeth rattled. Ti still retains a aura of exclusivity instead of blending like wallpaper. Ok, I admit, my bike is only half titanium so I can't give complete answers. Edit to below: my golden was a PITA and ended up at a golden rescue and onto another family. Super long and tall, plus super smart, makes for one PITA dog. Find the dumbest one you can. |
It's like asking "Who does/doesn't love their golden retriever?" Everyone who has one loves theirs, I suspect, or they wouldn't get one/have one.
I wonder what the OP really wants to know...or if just trolling... |
Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 12148129)
You are kidding, right?
The SteerTube is crazy tall...with ton-o-spacers and severe up-angle stem. The distances from the TT to either caliper set is crazy long! I hope you never miss clipping out, cuz it's a long way back to earth!!! |
About the golden retrievers, perfect analogy.:lol:
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My 10 year old titanium road bike is terrific and it is my commuter. For all other cycling, my CF bike rocks.
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Originally Posted by dstrong
(Post 12148200)
H-crap datlas...there are all sorts of crazy geometrics on that bike that standout. Are you 6'7"+?
The SteerTube is crazy tall...with ton-o-spacers and severe up-angle stem. The distances from the TT to either caliper set is crazy long! I hope you never miss clipping out, cuz it's a long way back to earth!!! |
I am going to get one soon ...
Was just curious.....I have never seen anything bad about them other than cost. Seems like a great material for a frame. Can't wait to get one.
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I borrowed a ti bike (litespeed) whilst on a business trip last year. On the ride it felt quite "dead" compared to my CF (bmc promachine).
It was great for touring, which is what I did on it. I'm sure factors such as geometry/ butted vs non-butted / ti type / wheels and tyres all come into play. If my cf bike spontaneously explodes (and let's face it it's inevitable ;)) then my next bike will probably be a ti (baum) |
Love mine.
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It's a valid question. You always hear from those who love their Ti bikes but not so much the other way around. I've contemplated one. About the worst I've heard in person is from a co-worker who owns one and commutes on it often. The only bad thing he had to say was that it wasn't as comfortable as any of his carbon bikes. He's a little guy though, if that matters.
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Absolutely love mine. No complaints. I will own the frame forever as long as it doesn't crack.
http://tuxbailey.zenfolio.com/img/s9...77053769-4.jpg |
Originally Posted by Andy Somnifac
(Post 12148136)
The only thing I didn't like is that it was painted. That has been remedied. Rides great.
I got a great deal on the used frame which actually fits me, (with the help of a zero-setback seatpost), but I can't fathom why the original owner had the whole thing painted, (except for the stays). |
Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 12148265)
Yeah I know I have a wacky body so I need custom geometry. I have a 38+ inch cycling inseam but am "only" 6 feet 1/2 inch tall.
And I thought I had crazy dimensions at 6'1" and 35.8" inseam. |
Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 12148265)
Yeah I know I have a wacky body so I need custom geometry. I have a 38+ inch cycling inseam but am "only" 6 feet 1/2 inch tall. Actually I should have an even LONGER head tube but it would have limited my fork selection significantly. Since that pic I have dropped my bars about 2 cm and bought a more "normal" 3T stem that is "only" 17 degrees which I will put on for next season. The good news is I didn't have to worry about cutting my steerer tube....it's full length!
Originally Posted by Shimagnolo
(Post 12148558)
Wow!
And I thought I had crazy dimensions at 6'1" and 35.8" inseam. http://lh3.ggpht.com/_w4APNEt0JOc/TN...8/IMG_0864.JPG http://lh6.ggpht.com/_w4APNEt0JOc/TN...c/IMG_0876.JPG Needless to say, I'm mostly torso. :) |
You must have *really* long arms!
That saddle/bar drop would kill my neck. |
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Originally Posted by Shimagnolo
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You must have *really* long arms!
That saddle/bar drop would kill my neck. J/K, but it does make me look ridiculous at dances. |
Someone once posted a pic of a CX bike with a godawful saddle/bar drop.
Then they followed it with a pic of the owner riding it. His arms were so long that he wasn't even leaned over very much. |
Ever since I got it, I think the best word to describe my Roark is "incredible". I love it.
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I love my Ti bike, just not as much as my carbon bike. Maybe that is why there will be no Ti bikes is any pro-tour races this year.
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