Author Topic: Another carbon frame in the stable (Read 7352 times)

kiwi · « **Reply #15 on:** February 07, 2003, 12:50:00 pm »

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well, i just did it.

just ordered a new Aegis Victory for the road

pics please!!!!! :-/

Matno · « **Reply #16 on:** February 07, 2003, 02:06:24 pm »

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i'm gonna just slap on some mt. spd pedals, maybe Ritchey or Bontragers and go from there. i really don't want to get into a separate pair of shoes/pedals right away

I use Ritchey V2 comps on my road bike. I wanted to get something more compatible with my Shimano 434's on the K2 so a couple of weeks ago I bought a pair of M515's. I'm not thinking it was the greatest idea. The Shimano's are noticeably heavier than the Ritcheys. Haven't messed around with the tension settings on them much, but so far, I'm not too impressed. (The actual weight difference is only about 50g, but it makes a big difference when holding them in my hand. Not noticeable while riding, but of course, every little concession like that adds up on a road bike... So, I guess I'm saying I like the Ritchey's... However, one caveat: they're not as compatible with Shimano cleats as I would like. They work, but clipping in and releasing requires quite a bit more effort. Not that big of a deal on a road bike (I can't remember the last time I had to bail!), but annoying. The Ritchey cleats don't really work in my Shimano pedals at all. Just a heads up.

I'll post again after I get more time to mess with the settings on the Shimano 515's. Won't be anytime soon though. We got about 7 inches of snow today!!!

It sucks. I'm very ready for winter to be over...

5500C · « **Reply #17 on:** February 07, 2003, 03:38:21 pm »

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thanks Matno, i have a Selle Trans Am on my hardtail so i will try that right away, the saddle that comes with the 5200 is okay, just okay
i'm gonna just slap on some mt. spd pedals, maybe Ritchey or Bontragers and go from there. i really don't want to get into a separate pair of shoes/pedals right away

You're bike deserves better!!! You're just going to have to step up and get road shoes and pedals. I tried to do the same thing when I built up my Serotta with Dura Ace and Mavic Cosmic Carbone wheels. There was just too much flex in MTB shoes to really enjoy the speed of a killer road bike like you have. It felt way too mushy.

Carbon_Angus · « **Reply #18 on:** February 07, 2003, 04:03:48 pm »

right now i am using Sidi Dominator (mega) for fat feet

....i know about the compromises, i'm sure i'll give in sooner or later to get some road shoes/pedals...but for now i thikn i will hang with my mt.feet...one could go nuts gettng all road stuff for this bike but i see your point. it is a bike worthy of doing it right though.

Dennis · « **Reply #19 on:** February 07, 2003, 04:35:34 pm »

Kiwi,
I uploaded a pic of the Aegis from their website into the gallery. You can check it out there.

kiwi · « **Reply #20 on:** February 08, 2003, 11:13:46 am »

i run excactly the same pedals on my road and mtb......i am not going to tell you what thay are but hey were the business in 1996!!!!!

Carbon_Angus · « **Reply #21 on:** February 09, 2003, 11:10:10 am »

check my gallery is you wish......

this baby is fast

Oz-SUB · « **Reply #22 on:** February 12, 2003, 03:08:49 am »

Wow! That Fence just keeps getting better!

Does your Oz look like it's being left out over there in the far corner of the garage?

The bike is LUUUUUVVVVLLYY, and so is the Aegis Victory, what is the price difference between the two?

The coolness of the bike makes up for the uncoolness of the car in the picture.

Carbon_Angus · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2003, 04:44:15 am »

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Wow! That Fence just keeps getting better!

Does your Oz look like it's being left out over there in the far corner of the garage?

The bike is LUUUUUVVVVLLYY, and so is the Aegis Victory, what is the price difference between the two?

The coolness of the bike makes up for the uncoolness of the car in the picture.

i won't tell my neighbor! don't worry the Oz is still my favorite ride. and I haven't a clue the price diff. between the two bikes. the retail for 5200 is about $2700, i got a great deal from my LBS, though. the 5200 is a whole different ride though..position, muscles used differently...different places to brake and shft...still getting acquainted with it all. but it's a real looker though.

Dennis · « **Reply #24 on:** February 15, 2003, 01:50:54 am »

actually, I just cancelled my order for the Aegis Victory. I went to my LBS who has a "fit bike" and we set it up for the Aegis, and it didn't fit me at all.
I think I am going to get a Calfee carbon. that frame fits me so much better, although that Trek 5200 looks just like a bike I would like. Maybe I will try that frame geometry,they are available frame only.
damn, I thought I had made my decision!!

5500C · « **Reply #25 on:** February 15, 2003, 05:42:09 am »

OK, don't shoot me for regressing to my Roadie roots, but here is the Ultimate Carbon Frame we should all put on our wish lists.

ftp://www.colnago.com

These are truly incredible bikes. Frames alone range from $3500 on up to well over $7000. One day, I hope to at least ride one let alone own one. The frames are incredible pieces of work. I better stop before I have an accident ...

kiwi · « **Reply #26 on:** February 15, 2003, 08:41:11 am »

I had a mate who HAD a colagno frame.....
car + roofrack + bike + garage door=

5500C · « **Reply #27 on:** February 15, 2003, 11:35:11 am »

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I had a mate who HAD a colagno frame.....
car + roofrack + bike + garage door=

Holy cow!!! That probably was the darkest day of his life and probably the most embarassing as well.

Dennis · « **Reply #28 on:** February 15, 2003, 11:36:29 am »

Aegis Victory frame only is 1700. fork extra, custom paint or what they call the "bionic weave" ( a top layer of carbon to get the weave look, also stiffens frame by 15%, they say) is an additional 300 buck.
so, not cheap by any means.
they quoted me 2500 for frame with bionic weave and Reynolds Ouzo carbon fork to match with silver-tinted clearcoat on top.
the calfee I think I am going for is about 1600 with fork and maybe another 100 or so for the clearcoat effect I want. I am going to make a decision and order on Monday, between 5200 frame and Calfee.

kiwi · « **Reply #29 on:** February 16, 2003, 04:48:11 pm »

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Holy cow!!! That probably was the darkest day of his life and probably the most embarassing as well.

that my friend is the understatement of the past millenium

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