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I can't decide wether to strip my existing CR1, transfer and then sell the old frame or build the new one up with some new shiny bits. However I have zero use for two high end roadbikes..... 🙁
Mine has just been dispatched! Should arrive tomorrow morning.
Nice weekend of building. I'm racing my Giant tonight, so it'll be tinged with sadness as it will be its last race, at least between my thighs!
@boblo - worry not - you have not ruined my lunch 😉
now, were I to go for the Scott - what size? @ 5'10" / 31" inside leg, it seems i'm between the 54 and 56..
I'm 6'/30" and ride 56. It's spot on.
I'd say you should be on a 54. I'm 6'1" and I've ordered a 56. It's very similar geometry to my Cervelo which is a 56 and fits like a glove...
For those of you who missed the original deal, it looks like there are new additions to the sale? (apologies if it's just that i'd not seen them before!)
Why did you do that? I was 'glad' I missed out on the first offer.
now, were I to go for the Scott - what size? @ 5'10" / 31" inside leg, it seems i'm between the 54 and 56..
I'm 5'9'' with about the same inside leg and went for a 54 if that helps. Obviously not ridden it yet so no useful feedback but my existing roadie and ss commuter are both 54cm and are the right size for me. I do however have a -ve ape index (-3'') so shorter frames generally suit me better.
For those up there ^ who had missed a purchase. 🙂Why did you do that?
as was I but, like me, I see you're still following this thread 🙂I was 'glad' I missed out on the first offer.
arghhhhhhhhhh M U S T R E S I S T
Flip me that's a light frame!
arghhhhhhhhhh M U S T R E S I S T
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That said - at 15stone I think this would be a silly light frame to go for? And, that's before I consider my £800 budget, even with 'only budget group set + wheels' I'm at circa £900, without the rest of the finishing kit.... perhaps 'tis time to smell the coffee and move on.... mmm...
Your weight matters not a jot Marsdenman, just get one - you know it makes sense!
In 5 years time it'll still be worth £500! Just build it with s/h bits, you'll easily do it in budget.
Just bought a Crank Bros Cobalt 11 carbon seatpost from On-One. Supposedly around 170g once cut down.
The rest of the finishing kit should be low cost Marsdenman, I can probably help you out with a few bits on the cheap if you live in Marsden.
Just bought a Crank Bros Cobalt 11
Crank Bros have no place on a fancy road bike.
You'll be scoffed at by true roadies.
Crank Bros have no place on a [s]fancy road[/s] bike.
ftfy 🙂
cheers for for the ideas & offers all! finger is hovering....
in the meantime - for those of you going for a truly bling build, this, just in from merlin!
[url= http://www.merlincycles.com/bike-shop/wheels/road-wheels/factory-road-wheels/dt-rr1450-tricon-wheelset.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=6th+June+2013+-+Final-2013-06-06+16%3A30%3A00&emst=zqXwz7FkVD_32598_539326_15 ]wheels[/url]
definately not in my budget nor, at that weight, one for the larger rider 😉
The CR1 Pro frames have always been listed there and are a heavier frameset than the CR1 SL (hence the lower RRP)
in the meantime - for those of you going for a truly bling build, this, just in from merlin!
White wheels on a roadie? That just seems wrong!
Just had an email from Westbrooks, mine's arriving tomorrow. 5'10" with long legs and short torso so went for the 54. Thanks boblo 😀
[excited] Another STW member that won't be sleeping tonight! [/exicted]
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that click you just heard was me pulling the trigger on a 54..... 🙂
spoke to the shop re: sizing. That also got me the knowledge that i'm too late for despatch today. It will leave tomorrow = Monday delivery.
That 's fine.
a. i have no other parts
b. working Saturday
c. riding / fort bill to watch on Sunday
2nd edit - thanks agin boblo
White wheels on a roadie? That just seems wrong!
Uh-Oh! should have have checked [url= http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/ ]The Rules[/url] before posing that? 😉
Good effort and stay out of Decathlon! 🙂
that click you just heard was me pulling the trigger on a 54.....
Good man! Put a wanted list for parts needed and I'll see what I've got...
Remember, nothing less than dura-ace and Zipp carbon wheels 😉
That's another £2k down the pan then.... 🙂
@boblo - thank-you and, nowt wrong with a bit of decathlon 😉 One thing for sure - I ain't going to be going all Rapha / Assos F1Mille soon 🙂
@Shibboleth - yep, I do reside in Marsden. Are you local to these parts?
Parts list = simples - everything required to make the f+f into a bike!
Vortex - LOL! anything in that direction and the only ZIPP i'll need will be one to reattach my manhood! Mine is likely to be the most low budget build ever seen on a frame of this calibre but, that's fine!
Right - off to walk the dog, hour on MTB, tea, pub quiz - got to load those carbs for when the Scott is built 🙂
Just heard my SL 54cm arrives tomorrow. I have some nice new FSA SL-K stuff, unused, but will the red K logo compromise the cool black/white of the frame? 🙂 Wheels will be new Kysrium Elite and groupset mostly Ultegra, for now. If you're finger is dithering over the buy button go for it, 'cos life's too short guys.
Mine arrives tomorrow. Planning to swap over all the bits from my Boardman Team Alloy. I'll probably end up rebuilding the Boardman if further tarty bits come up in similar deals.
Mine arrives tomorrow too. Still mulling over groupsets, but I reckon a force is the way to go. Should have it built just in time for when the weather turns!
Anyone looking for a 31.6mm seat post for their build I've got a 3T Dorico Team for sale in the adds.
Bollocks, the 54's still in stock.
Please buy them and make my decision for me.
Out of interest, what would a cheap* build set me back?
What are your plans?
*Cheap, Carbon finishing kit and nothing lower than Ultegra, Ksyrium and Ti railed saddle (fizik, Specialized) This is why I don't want one (ok I do but, my wallet doesn't)
Have a 52 arriving tomorrow, can't wait to get it built up! Thinking Force group and Ksyrium Elites, just need to decide on finishing kit.
Where are you looking that the SL's are still in stock? There is only XXL
Or XXS left by where I'm looking??
Mine arrives between 9.14-10.14 apparently! Rather excited.
eyerideit- I'm looking at similar spec to you and priced mine up at £1580 (inc. frame) with some careful bargain hunting and the excel table says it should weigh 15.5lbs (more like 16 then).
Go on eye ride it - in your situation the ability to bang out 20 miles and be at home in an hour is priceless, I may be doing this at lunchtime today.
I shouldn't by this frame a a winter bike should I, no matter how tempting...
ska-49 I'm looking at similar spec to you and priced mine up at £1580 (inc. frame) with some careful bargain hunting and the excel table says it should weigh 15.5lbs (more like 16 then).
That doesn't help! 🙂
Kryton57, I've got my trusty Kapu for a quick blast, this is just a vanity purchase/best/Sunday bike at best. I'm working in Kensington at the moment so I'm getting a few miles in.
I shouldn't by this frame a a winter bike should I, no matter how tempting...
Use it for best and demote your current bike
Arrived! I had hoped that the headset cups were installed. Dont really want to do it with wood/mallet.
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I had hoped that the headset cups were installed
ah.... now, my Pro is not set to ship until tonight. Gonna give 'em a call to set if headset and BB are fitted. If not, will ask about cost - saves faffing when it arrives... 🙂
I shouldn't by this frame a a winter bike should I, no matter how tempting...
I know what you mean. Mine's going to be mainly a commuter, albeit a summer commuter, but it still feels like heresy. I'd like to keep it for best but Mrs Daz has invoked the one-in-one-out rule.
BB was fitted but headset not on mine too.
Turns out that the inside diameter of the headset cups don't quite match the bits on my Cyclus headset press so I had to use a washer to stop it alipping to an odd angle.
Anyone looking at a build on the Pro1 should be aware that complete bikes are available at substantial discount, eg:
Gutted to have missed this!
mine will be my only road bike. plan is to 'commute' when the weather is good (mildly moist at worse!) - Morning loop, shower at home and stroll into work - self employed, a nice 5 min stroll to my office 🙂