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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-26-17, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,639
Posted By imperius

Scott AFD-306

Hi!

I saw an add for a Scott AFD-306 in really good condition, for 250eur.

I wanted to ask if this bike is any good? Can it fit 25mm tires and is it worth 250eur?

Thanks!

pics:Scott...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-17, 09:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,057
Posted By imperius

Scott AFD-306

Hi!

I saw an add for a Scott AFD-306 in really good condition, for 250eur.

I wanted to ask if this bike is any good? Can it fit 25mm tires and is it worth 250eur?

Thanks!

pics:Scott...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-17, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,860
Posted By imperius

The ad said it has a Thuret crankset and no...

The ad said it has a Thuret crankset and no mention about the derailleur

Edit: maybe he does mean the Huret derailleur because I think he might not correctly read the name and all of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,860
Posted By imperius

Thanks, is that a good or a bad thing?

Thanks, is that a good or a bad thing?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-17, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,860
Posted By imperius

Anyone ever heard of Thuret or Custom parts?

Hi,

I'm buying some lower-end vintage steel bike and I've noticed that the models have a Custom crankset and one bike has a Thuret crankset (the owner probably replaced the stock Custom crankset...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-17, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,659
Posted By imperius

Thanks for the replies!

Thanks for the replies!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-17, 07:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,659
Posted By imperius

Caad optimo:...

Caad optimo: https://www.bike24.com/1.php?content=8;product=184049;menu=1000,173,157
Caad 8: https://www.evanscycles.com/en-si/cannondale-caad8-claris-2016-road-bike-EV214035

As far as I know,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-17, 07:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,659
Posted By imperius

2016 caad8 + groupset swap?

Hi,

I'm looking for a cheap-ish road bike and I've decided to pick between a caad8 and a caad optimo.

Now I could go for a tiagra optimo with a god awful paint for 1000eur or I could get a new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-16, 07:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,802
Posted By imperius

How accurate are Strava's wattage calculations?

Hi,

I'm just wondering how accurate are Strava's wattage calculations if you have a good cycling computer and the correct data inside Strava, how do then those calculations compare to a real...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-16, 11:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

Hi, yea the article helped. I'll be using it...

Hi, yea the article helped.
I'll be using it daily to get to work and back which is about 7km in one direction. I just need something really cheap but still something not-trash. I'm fine with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-16, 04:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

I have some good flat pedals lying around so I'll...

I have some good flat pedals lying around so I'll use those. As for the seat, I think it will be ok for those couple of km of commuting, if not I can always swap it or put one of those foam layer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-16, 02:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

So it's best to buy a bike from a bigger company...

So it's best to buy a bike from a bigger company and maybe replace some parts down the line, I mean a new altus RD doesn't cost that much so ehh. I'll see if I can find anything decent from other...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-16, 06:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

thanks! I'm most concerned about the components...

thanks! I'm most concerned about the components though. I mean, I don't need anything special, I have my road bike for that but I still don't want them to completely suck. Would you say they are good...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-29-16, 01:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

Why would you pick this one over the FX? They...

Why would you pick this one over the FX? They both have Tourney components. Yea, I'll lock it of course
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-29-16, 12:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,149
Posted By imperius

Good sub 400€ commuter bike?

Hi guys,

I'm looking for a cheap commuter bike to use for getting around town and not needing to worry about it being stolen (plus it being a winter bike)

So far my best pick would be the Trek...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-16, 01:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,873
Posted By imperius

105 because it's not as delicate as dura-ace?

105 because it's not as delicate as dura-ace?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,873
Posted By imperius

Different class groupsets long-term performance?

Hi guys, newbie here.

I'm wondering how does something like the tiagra groupset compare to, say, 105 and dura-ace?

Now I know that it's not really a fair comparison but I still want to know. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-16, 05:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,215
Posted By imperius

thanks, I'll try to find out what wheels I'm...

thanks, I'll try to find out what wheels I'm using first and then go from that
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-16, 03:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,215
Posted By imperius

What would I get from upgrading my current wheels?

Hey,

I recently bought a pretty nice fitness bike (deore xt groupset, kalkhoff carbon frame+ forks. Brand never got any attention for some reason and both are out-of-production items) for a really...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-16, 07:26 AM
Replies: 717
Views: 267,500
Posted By imperius

how does this differ from the Diverge? edit:...

how does this differ from the Diverge?

edit: except for the front suspension thing
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-16, 03:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By imperius

What's the difference between the Roubaix and Diberge?

^^^ title

I get that the Roubaix is higher-end, has more features and all of that, but from what I'm seeing both models are kinda adenture-gravel-touring-all-around-endurance bikes?

Am I right...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-16, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,957
Posted By imperius

Hey, I already bought a bike. It's a 3 year old...

Hey, I already bought a bike. It's a 3 year old fitness bike, carbon fitness frame, road forks, deore xt parts and wide tires. I really like it, compared to how new 400-600eur bikes felt to me. But...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-16, 10:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,177
Posted By imperius

Suggest me some good budget shorts?

Hi,

I'm looking for budget shorts, somewhere around the 50eur price range.

I just want something simple and quality made with much padding, without bibs (I hate the feeling and yes, I'm willing...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-16, 04:17 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,574
Posted By imperius

Can anyone explain all the different road-bike classes?

hi,

I'm just starting to get into the world of road bikes and am pretty much just flooded with all the road bike types and classes.

So far I think I got a somewhat rought image of everything.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-25-16, 11:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 861
Posted By imperius

How many KMs can you expect from higher-end components?

Hi,

just a random question I got.

How many km can you typically expect from parts like the Shimano Deore xt groupset or the 105 groupset, compared to Altus, Acera or Tourney components? Taken...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-16, 02:38 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 753,600
Posted By imperius

Anyone knows if I can get just the frame + fork...

Anyone knows if I can get just the frame + fork from the Sirrus? And then I'd add my own wheels and everything else
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-20-16, 03:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 630
Posted By imperius

480€ for Deore XT+ carbon frame fitness bike - yay or nay?

I was at my local bike shop today and an employee said he's selling his bike.

It's 3 years old, kalkhoff carbon frame. I don't know what model and couldn't find any pics. It has Deore XT groupset...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,213
Posted By imperius

Fair points, thanks! Good points, I...

Fair points, thanks!



Good points, I guess I'm going with the 2016 model.

Thanks everyone!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-16, 02:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,213
Posted By imperius

From what i've seen other manufacturers use...

From what i've seen other manufacturers use components 1 rank higher than the Tuorney, Altus and Acera iirc. Are those 2 groupsets THAT much better than Tourney? Also what hybrid bike would you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-16, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,213
Posted By imperius

I did some research too and came to the same...

I did some research too and came to the same conclusion that those brands aren't really bad, just less known I guess.
By my logic, the 2016 model could be better since its msrp was higher than the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-16, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,213
Posted By imperius

Yea i've seen that criticism too, that's also one...

Yea i've seen that criticism too, that's also one reason why I posted this, just wanted to make sure that they didn't cheap out on some important componet. Do you maybe know if Shimano updated their...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-16, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,213
Posted By imperius

Specialized Crosstrail Sport Disc 2016 vs Crostrail Disc 2017

Hi again,

just wanted to get some of your opinions on this. A bike shop near me is selling a 2016 Specialized Crosstrail Sport Disc for 550eur (was 700eur before discount) and the 2017 Specialized...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-16, 05:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By imperius

Yea I do need some versatility so I guess the...

Yea I do need some versatility so I guess the crosstrail would be the better option for me. Thanks!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-16, 11:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By imperius

If your friend needs a new bike you could sell it...

If your friend needs a new bike you could sell it to him to get some money back, or give it to him if you don't need your cash back.
But also, I'm in the market for a hybrid and also deciding...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-16, 08:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,957
Posted By imperius

OK I did some more research and got a couple of...

OK I did some more research and got a couple of bikes I like, let me know what you think about them and how they compare between each other

1. Specialized Crosstrail Disc:...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-16, 06:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,957
Posted By imperius

Help me pick a good trekking bike for 400-600eur?

Hey guys,

complete newbie here. I'm looking for a good trekking bike for around 400-600eur and for some general guidance for what to look for in a trekking bike.

I don't really have any...
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