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604CEFIRO 07-28-2015 04:17 PM

I had a pair of Enve's that I sold off bc they were quite deep. They were fast as fuck going up and down hills but during intense cross winds it felt twitchy (descended Porto cove at 75km/h in high winds and thought I was going to get thrown off the road). Braking in the dry was excellent but having confidence with them in extreme hot weather or descents is another issue :p. Braking on Alu tracks you just don't think about it.

Im in Penticton and had a chance to pick up these wheels for a descent price, wanted to try em out without paying full firecrest carbon price tag :)

Took them up the Naramata on climbs and some descent downhill so it's been great so far. And they look good

http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/...pshuhcfcre.jpg

320icar 07-30-2015 08:25 PM

new bike day earlier this week. picked it up for a very good price considering the condition. previous owner had kids, hasnt' rode it in about a year and wasn't planning to do any DH anymore.

2006 (i think) Norco A-Line. thing feels like a fucking beast. it better, with 8" front and 9" rear travel. i'll have to pick up a little dirt jumper or something for zipping around town, but i've always liked riding these in the city too so its okay. replaced the handlebar and grips with stuff i prefer. pumped up the tires, lubed and adjusted the chain/derailer. only issue is the front caliper isn't retracting, so its almost undriveable. i am used to mechanical discs, so this is a bit new for me. i took out the pads and cleaned it as per hayes manual. but the piston pushed a bit too far and it leaked some fluid.

because its hayes, its not a regular gravity or pump sort of hydraulic system (like a motorcycle or car) its a positive pressure system? which means using tools i dont have. so right now it is just riding on the rear brake. called a few shops and they are booked well over the weekend. damn, can't ride the new whip

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3715/...0fc2d596_b.jpgUntitled by 320iCar, on Flickr

roastpuff 07-30-2015 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 320icar (Post 8665880)
new bike day earlier this week. picked it up for a very good price considering the condition. previous owner had kids, hasnt' rode it in about a year and wasn't planning to do any DH anymore.

2006 (i think) Norco A-Line. thing feels like a fucking beast. it better, with 8" front and 9" rear travel. i'll have to pick up a little dirt jumper or something for zipping around town, but i've always liked riding these in the city too so its okay. replaced the handlebar and grips with stuff i prefer. pumped up the tires, lubed and adjusted the chain/derailer. only issue is the front caliper isn't retracting, so its almost undriveable. i am used to mechanical discs, so this is a bit new for me. i took out the pads and cleaned it as per hayes manual. but the piston pushed a bit too far and it leaked some fluid.

because its hayes, its not a regular gravity or pump sort of hydraulic system (like a motorcycle or car) its a positive pressure system? which means using tools i dont have. so right now it is just riding on the rear brake. called a few shops and they are booked well over the weekend. damn, can't ride the new whip

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3715/...0fc2d596_b.jpgUntitled by 320iCar, on Flickr

Good to see some MTB stuff on this thread, that's an awesome classic bike. I find that Hayes/Formula disc brakes are more finicky than Shimano/Avid... Shimano has the simplest maintenance IMO with less worry because of mineral oil fluid.

tomatogunk 07-30-2015 10:10 PM

Not looking to buy a new bike nor my size, but IMO it's selling for a good price. I think it's a 2011

CERVELO S2 (full carbon)

distanc3 07-31-2015 01:59 PM

The chip on the top tube is deep and big enough to worry me. :heckno:

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomatogunk (Post 8665933)
Not looking to buy a new bike nor my size, but IMO it's selling for a good price. I think it's a 2011

CERVELO S2 (full carbon)


604CEFIRO 07-31-2015 05:14 PM

Anyone a size 54? 2015 S2 with dura ace 9000, apparently brand new. $2800 not bad at all

cervelo s2 with dura ace 9000 2015 model

tomatogunk 07-31-2015 09:09 PM

Came across this brand new Look 675 that was too good to pass up

http://i.imgur.com/ag8PVC1.jpg

bcrdukes 07-31-2015 09:37 PM

:ahwow:

https://wearetheramseys.files.wordpr...ama_ballin.gif

azncreationz 07-31-2015 09:56 PM

That is a sweet ride!

FYI, if any of you are riding tomorrow (Saturday), show up at Red Truck Brewery between 11am & 2pm for a free beer. Not sure if it's limited to registered Gran Fondo riders or not, but how will they know...

bcrdukes 08-01-2015 09:38 PM

FYI - azncreationz is a beast on the bike. Got dropped in seconds. :pokerface:

azncreationz 08-01-2015 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bcrdukes (Post 8666520)
FYI - azncreationz is a beast on the bike. Got dropped in seconds. :pokerface:

All lies. No video, no photo, no Strava = never happened.
Thanks for the coffee though! On me next time.

TurboTalon 08-03-2015 03:55 PM

So clearly, I was all dazzled by components and colour of my new supersix Evo, that gear sets were something I've NEVER paid any attention to. And holy SHIT! I can't climb worth a damn with this thing. Standard crank and 11-25 cassette, and there are a lot of mountains near me.

bcrdukes 08-03-2015 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TurboTalon (Post 8667019)
So clearly, I was all dazzled by components and colour of my new supersix Evo, that gear sets were something I've NEVER paid any attention to. And holy SHIT! I can't climb worth a damn with this thing. Standard crank and 11-25 cassette, and there are a lot of mountains near me.

It might not be too late, but if you are struggling, give PMS a call to see if they can swap cassettes or cranks for you. I mean, you might have to compromise a few things here and there, but if a standard crankset is an absolute no-go, see if they can swap it for you.

I originally hesitated going standard crankset, but I got used to it and now compact is dead to me.

TurboTalon 08-03-2015 05:54 PM

I could climb anything with my 34/28 (synapse) do you think a 39/28 would do?

bcrdukes 08-03-2015 06:30 PM

Yes, I think so. You'll eventually get used to it. There are times where I wish I had an 11-28 to go with my standard crank but it's rare so it doesn't really bother me.

I was just in on Saturday. I "think" he's got an 11-28 or 12-28 cassette. Again, call him and ask or drop by the shop to see if he can help you out. I don't work for them so I can't speak on their behalf although sometimes I wished I did hahaha! :D

dat_steve 08-04-2015 10:59 AM

damn you rapha sale...picked up a club jersey cus i thought it looked cute.

604CEFIRO 08-04-2015 09:21 PM

It's always nice to score a deal on Rapha goods.

I've resisted the urge to buy anything.. Just wish they had different color ways for the pro team stuff, love the fit on the PT jerseys and bibs (no loose material flapping in the wind).

If anyone's looking for a autumn / early winter jacket, the pro team jacket is my favorite piece of kit by far.

UFO 08-04-2015 09:24 PM

I didn't like compact, but I didn't really like the spread of an 11-28 either with std crank. I have mid compact 36-52 now, with 11spd 11-32 which I still don't like the spread on and I don't need the 32t in the back. 11-28 11spd would be perfect imo.

Having said that, I've rediscovered the love for trails since moving to the tricities and have since built up a couple slick mtbs. Unfortunately the road bike had been neglected and not ridden in close to a year

604CEFIRO 08-05-2015 10:16 AM

They're finally here, China Replica Oakley Jawbreakers Brand new 2015 jawbreaker sun glasses 3pcs lenses coating sunglasses women man sport bicycle cycling glasses gafas de sol-in Sunglasses from Men's Clothing & Accessories on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

I think 2 years back I posted my review on here about the Fake Oakley Radar Locks. I used those up until a few weeks back and was very happy with the $40 I spent (I still use them, but the rubber on the arms are noticeably worn and wrinkled). I got my real Jawbreakers covered through insurance so that's why I purchased the real deal.

There are multiple sellers of the Jawbreakers, and most show "real" photos of the knock offs... The above link is just one of them.

For the price, you can't go wrong. If you're afraid of the fake lenses, u could always buy the real lens and put it in the fake frame.

I might pick up a fake pair as a throw around one...

dat_steve 08-05-2015 10:41 AM

now that you've had experience with "genuine" lenses, how would you compare the two as far as sight quality, durability, etc etc?

edit: goddamn those colourways are hideous haha

604CEFIRO 08-05-2015 11:39 AM

It's a bit tough to compare the lenses of my genuine vs. knock off because the lenses are different models. My jawbreakers came with Prizm lenses (not polarized) which have a really nice hue to them, very clear in blazing sunlight.

Knockoff: Lenses are as good as cheapo sunglasses you would get at the mall at those stands (or at the Bay etc). Durability, good but not great? Most likely because I didn't treat the knockoffs as well as I've been treating the real deal. But having said that, the knockoff lenses are relatively scratch free even though I've dropped them lens down before. If you care for them, they will last. My knockoff radarlocks came with 4 or 5 different lenses tho...

The knockoff frame, you could tell once you held them that they were inferior. lighter plastic, the mold was good but definitely not great. I would say 80% vs. real deal.

Different sellers will offer different colorways. Search 'jawbreaker' and you'll see all the other sellers.

Quote:

Originally Posted by dat_steve (Post 8667612)
now that you've had experience with "genuine" lenses, how would you compare the two as far as sight quality, durability, etc etc?

edit: goddamn those colourways are hideous haha


dat_steve 08-05-2015 12:42 PM

sweet - picked up a pair of the all black and will use it as my IDGAF pair. will report back once it arrives (7-35 days apparently LOL)

604CEFIRO 08-05-2015 01:08 PM

Nice! Once you get them let's meet up and compare 'em :P

604CEFIRO 08-06-2015 09:38 AM

What was the damage ? And where did you find it?

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomatogunk (Post 8666282)
Came across this brand new Look 675 that was too good to pass up

http://i.imgur.com/ag8PVC1.jpg


ZN6 08-06-2015 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomatogunk (Post 8666282)
Came across this brand new Look 675 that was too good to pass up

http://i.imgur.com/ag8PVC1.jpg

Holy mother of god. I think It's time for me to get a new bike. And yeah, where do you pick up Look? I don't see many dealers that carry them, even though I've seen a few Looks around.


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