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Thread: I think I'm going WW - The Build Thread

Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago by iheartbicycles
I've been very busy on Ebay/LBS Lately. Here's what I've got here or on its way, thus far: XL Flux - orange Fox F120 Fit - white Chris King Wheels - Black Stans ZTR 355 rims - Black Revolution 14/17 front - 28 hole Champion 14/15 drive side - Revolution 14/17 non drive - 32 hole alloy nips (color?) CK Headset - black Ritchey 4 Axis WCS Stem - black Truvativ World Cup Carbon...
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Flystagg replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Rough guestimation 22lbs, sounds like a sweet build

moosehead replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
i'm gonna guess 23.5 lbs. plus you are now obligated to post photos. +1 it'll be sweet. i don't have experience on them, but based on what is posted here, will the 355 rims hold up under you?

iheartbicycles replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by juan_speeder XL will be slightly under 24. Get some real grips, you won't notice the weight difference, but you'll be glad one of your contact points doesn't suck every single time you ride. I haven't tried them before. If I don't like them I can always go back. Lots of new stuff on this build I ...

FoShizzle replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by 2TurnersNotEnough FWIW, I use the ESI foam grips (the thick ones) and I've been really happy with them. yes...the ESI "chunky" are outstanding. they are the only non lock on grip i would ever consider. they do not move at all. they are silicone by the way...same way i like boobs

Haggis replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by iheartbicycles I haven't tried them before. If I don't like them I can always go back. Lots of new stuff on this build I haven't tried before - kcnc, look pedals, etc. If you like to be clipped in firmly don't bother with the Looks. I could unclip simply by pulling up and back a bit. Kinda like ...

2TurnersNotEnough replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
FWIW, I use the ESI foam grips (the thick ones) and I've been really happy with them.

iheartbicycles replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by tscheezy That is almost exactly like Barny's Flux build and it was a hair under 23. Because of your frame size, I suspect you won't sneak in under 23, so I will guess 23.25 pounds. I don't think it will be anywhere near as light as everybody thinks. Maybe if I go super uber WW on the tubes and tires - but I...

iheartbicycles replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by Haggis If you like to be clipped in firmly don't bother with the Looks. I could unclip simply by pulling up and back a bit. Kinda like riding with really, really worn Time cleats... Yeah, will have to see about that. I've been riding Time's exclusively for more than 10 years. My buddy highly recomended the ...

tscheezy replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
That is almost exactly like Barny's Flux build and it was a hair under 23. Because of your frame size, I suspect you won't sneak in under 23, so I will guess 23.25 pounds.

iheartbicycles replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Quote: Originally Posted by moosehead i'm gonna guess 23.5 lbs. plus you are now obligated to post photos. +1 it'll be sweet. i don't have experience on them, but based on what is posted here, will the 355 rims hold up under you? Don't know about the rims - but Im going to try em. My current wheels are older than dirt and ...

 

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iheartbicycles
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I think I'm going WW - The...
Published (2009-11-14 19:32:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by juan_speeder That's too many concurrent mistakes to make without having one's head up their ass. The dude definitely wasn't paying attention. He sold me over the phone - it happened so quick, I didn't realize I had bought a bike until after the phone call, and I thought "damn." Cause I really wanted to try a size L and XL before making a decision. I don't think he took notes or...
Dibbs_
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Published (2009-11-13 11:53:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by iheartbicycles Honestly I can't tell if I like the raw finish or not. If not, I can always polish the rear triangle myself. Having to return the triangle and get a new one also may be a hassle I will call Turner today and explain the situation and see what they think. I don't think the mix up was on their end, this is just one of many mistakes the retailer made (wrong seat post, scuffed up top tube, etc)...
tscheezy
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Published (2009-11-13 05:53:00)
Looks like the stock Turner frame box, so I'm very surprised you ended up with any marks on the frame. Since they did not meet your specifications I would ask for $200 off the frame, or they can replace it (at their cost) with the one you had ordered.
Silentfoe
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I think I'm going WW - The...
Published (2009-11-14 18:32:00)
Switch to a 2x9 setup and go with 355's instead of Arches. You'll drop under 24lbs and that is super impressive for a large DW Flux. IME you won't be giving up much in durability and if you do your gearing right, you will get rid of a bunch of redundant gears.
juan_speeder
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Published (2009-11-14 18:32:00)
Name the shop so that nobody accidentally does business there. That the worst CS I've head of in quite a while.
AzSpeedfreek
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Published (2009-11-14 18:32:00)
Unfortunately (after looking at the pic), I don't think you are going to have much room left on that steerer after you put it on an XL frame.
moosehead
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I think I'm going WW - The...
Published (2009-11-05 10:53:00)
i'm gonna guess 23.5 lbs. plus you are now obligated to post photos. +1 it'll be sweet. i don't have experience on them, but based on what is posted here, will the 355 rims hold up under you?
scottryana
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Published (2009-11-14 18:32:00)
Oh man!!! That sucks! Nothing like looking forward to a ride on your new bike and then that happens. Well better to have exactly what you want, since you are going to love it! Ryan
Flystagg
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Published (2009-11-05 10:53:00)
Rough guestimation 22lbs, sounds like a sweet build
FoShizzle
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I think I'm going WW - The...
Published (2009-11-05 10:53:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by 2TurnersNotEnough FWIW, I use the ESI foam grips (the thick ones) and I've been really happy with them. yes...the ESI "chunky" are outstanding. they are the only non lock on grip i would ever consider. they do not move at all. they are silicone by the way...same way i like boobs

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