The IRO BFSSFG Build Thread
11-08-07 | 02:33 PM
#676
out of shape
Joined: Dec 2006
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From: va
i had looked at OEM takeoffs on ebay for a little while, but found that most had alloy steerers and didn't list enough specifications, namely axle-to-crown distance and rake. ultimately i ended up getting a very satisfactory deal on an ouzo.
i would have liked the fork from a TK2 or pista concept but couldn't find one.
i would have liked the fork from a TK2 or pista concept but couldn't find one.
11-08-07 | 03:51 PM
#677
ya rly!
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: central coast, ca
Bikes: Iro
11-08-07 | 03:54 PM
#678
Blue Light Special
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Bay Area, Sunny Cali
Bikes: '05 Felt F55, Schwinn Prologue road bike, '86 Centurion DS Iron Man, Sette Flite AM MTB
Isn't a the rake on a track fork closer to 43? If you put a road fork on the IRO and the rake is around 44 or 45 wouldn't is mess your handling up?
11-08-07 | 04:23 PM
#679
extra bitter
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Bikes: Miyata 210, Fuji Royale II, Bridgestone Kabuki, Miyata Ninety
Originally Posted by singurlifeman
what kind of bars are these?
01-05-08 | 02:06 AM
#683
Teaching Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 159
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From: State College, PA
I have been riding it since summer, slowly changing stuff here and there. Finally pretty happy with new x-mas bar tape. Really fulfilling as I installed all parts myself (a big jump for me). Slowly working on building a set of wheels with the miche hubs.
01-18-08 | 10:27 PM
#685
painthawg
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 153
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From: A whole other country.
Bikes: '01 Specialized Allez,'86 Schwinn Madison,?? Schwinn World Tourist,2007 IRO BFSSFG,2007 Trek Madone 5.0,2008 IRO RR Group Buy, Mid 80's Santana
Nothing special but it is a fun bike. In the original poll I voted for a cheap disposable bike.
The problem now is that this is my favorite ride. It won't be tossed to the ground anytime
soon while trying to learn tricks. For the record, I really don't like the stem/bar angle now
that I see it in pictures. Not sure what I'll do there.
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The problem now is that this is my favorite ride. It won't be tossed to the ground anytime
soon while trying to learn tricks. For the record, I really don't like the stem/bar angle now
that I see it in pictures. Not sure what I'll do there.
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04-03-08 | 09:03 AM
#686
amatuer... everything.
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Boston
Bikes: '05 Fuji Team SL, '07 Iro Mark V ss
Finally got my bike together. This is my first FG bike and my first build. After riding it a bit, I think I need a longer stem so I'm looking to switch out my 100mm for a 120mm. Cosmetically, I'd also like to change to leather bar tape, dye the saddle a darker brown, and maybe get a black seatpost. But that aside, I'm loving it. Spent last night in Com Ave working on my track stand. Props to Cambridge Bicycle School for helping with the build and everyone here for advice.
I'm also had this fleur de lis cut at a local metal smith shop to use as a headbadge. I'm working on getting it bent to fit the head tube....
I'm also had this fleur de lis cut at a local metal smith shop to use as a headbadge. I'm working on getting it bent to fit the head tube....
that looks excellent. my iro mark v is in the mail. my question is what size tire and rim combo are you running there? I want to upgrade the rims and tires to something a little wider than stock for these boston streets. and yours looks nice and beefy.....
04-03-08 | 09:59 AM
#687
Senior Member
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From: NOLA
Bikes: '00 Bruce Gordon Rock and Road Tour, '01 Breezer Venturi, '97 Specialized Stumpjumper M2 Pro, '87 GT Timberland, '82 Benotto single speed, '48 Schwinn Phantom, '71 Schwinn Pea Picker, '07 BFSSFGIRO
I'm not certain, but that looks like an Alien wheelset...
https://alienbikes.com/gear.html
editted to add that I think the tires may be Conti gatorskins.
https://alienbikes.com/gear.html
editted to add that I think the tires may be Conti gatorskins.
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04-05-08 | 12:06 PM
#688
Ragin' Cajun
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From: Boston, MA
Continental Ultra GatorSkin 700 x 28C on Deep Vs with Velocity Hubs
05-13-08 | 06:38 PM
#690
Senior Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,572
Likes: 7
From: SF
Bikes: 1972 Paramount Track, 1972 Paramount P13 Road, 1972 Paramount Tandem, 1986 Paramount Road, Merckx MXL, Gunnar Cross Hairs, Samson Illusion NJS, KHS Aero Track, Titus Racer X 29er, Tom Palermo Custom Touring
IRO group buy frame
Easton EC90 fork
Superbe Pro 165 cranks
Superbe Pro 48t chainring
Superbe Pro bottom bracket
MKS touring pedals
MKS toe clips
Christophe straps
Dura ace low flange fixed/fixed laced to Mavic CXP 21
Conti Ultra Gatorskin folding bead 700x23
Chris King headset
Easton EC90 stem
Nitto bullhorns
Diatec brake lever
Ultegra brake
Thompson seatpost
Selle Italia saddle
DC ESPI 3 spoke card
Yes I do know the bike is too small
02-11-09 | 08:10 PM
#692
Senior Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 1,703
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From: Brooklyn, NY
Bikes: 2008 Mercier Kilo TT
This thread references the IRO Group Buy for BFSSFG users. Those frames didn't have logos.
08-01-09 | 11:35 PM
#695
Comanche Racing
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 2,820
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From: Deep in the heart of Texas
Bikes: Presto NJS build, Specialized Allez Pro w/ full Dura Ace and Ksyrium SLs, 1990something Specialized Sirrus
08-11-09 | 06:55 PM
#698
Stinky McStinkface
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 943
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From: Pa.
Bikes: Clemente Custom(not built-up), TI Raleigh Record SS, VitaSprint Mixte SS, IRO S.E.(coming) Ibex Trophy Pro
08-11-09 | 06:58 PM
#699
Stinky McStinkface
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 943
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From: Pa.
Bikes: Clemente Custom(not built-up), TI Raleigh Record SS, VitaSprint Mixte SS, IRO S.E.(coming) Ibex Trophy Pro
Here is my Completed BFSSFG IRO
BFSSFG IRO Special Edition Frame and Fork
IRD Techno Glide Headset
Sette Edge Stem and XLR Low Riser Bar
Tektro Brake Levers and Calipers
Oury Grips
Sugino 68 BB
Sugino 75 Crankset w/ MKS Sylvan Pedals and Clips
Sugino Zen Messenger Chainring - 44T
Wipperman Chain
Formula Hubs laced onto Velocity Fusion with Sapim Spokes
Ultra Gatorskins
Dura Ace Cog - 16T
Mavic Seatpost (Only used part on bike - but sweet)
Brooks B-17 Saddle
BFSSFG IRO Special Edition Frame and Fork
IRD Techno Glide Headset
Sette Edge Stem and XLR Low Riser Bar
Tektro Brake Levers and Calipers
Oury Grips
Sugino 68 BB
Sugino 75 Crankset w/ MKS Sylvan Pedals and Clips
Sugino Zen Messenger Chainring - 44T
Wipperman Chain
Formula Hubs laced onto Velocity Fusion with Sapim Spokes
Ultra Gatorskins
Dura Ace Cog - 16T
Mavic Seatpost (Only used part on bike - but sweet)
Brooks B-17 Saddle
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Last edited by exfreewheeler; 08-11-09 at 07:19 PM.
