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03-07-06, 07:10 PM
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just wondering, why does his low seat height mean his frame is too big? if he has good stand over clearence and the reach is good? thanks. later.
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03-07-06, 07:54 PM
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Pepsi, how can you judge what a good fit is by just looking at the bike? IMO, the TT length is much more important than the ST length.
If he gotten a smaller bike, he may have an inch or so more seat post showing.....I guess you can say it's looks more "normal". But guess what? The top tube will be shorter. He has a long torso already. So that means a longer stem.
I think he made the right decision by getting the larger bike that had the Top Tube that fits him.
Better advice would be: Get a bike that is known for their long top tubes (LeMonds).
If he gotten a smaller bike, he may have an inch or so more seat post showing.....I guess you can say it's looks more "normal". But guess what? The top tube will be shorter. He has a long torso already. So that means a longer stem.
I think he made the right decision by getting the larger bike that had the Top Tube that fits him.
Better advice would be: Get a bike that is known for their long top tubes (LeMonds).
03-07-06, 09:03 PM
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just built up this oclv frame with ultegra 6600. big upgrade from my previous 1988 team fuji steel frame!
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03-07-06, 10:38 PM
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That is one damned attractive bike. Enjoy it!!
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Brian
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03-08-06, 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Cadd
Pepsi, how can you judge what a good fit is by just looking at the bike? IMO, the TT length is much more important than the ST length.
If he gotten a smaller bike, he may have an inch or so more seat post showing.....I guess you can say it's looks more "normal". But guess what? The top tube will be shorter. He has a long torso already. So that means a longer stem.
I think he made the right decision by getting the larger bike that had the Top Tube that fits him.
Better advice would be: Get a bike that is known for their long top tubes (LeMonds).
If he gotten a smaller bike, he may have an inch or so more seat post showing.....I guess you can say it's looks more "normal". But guess what? The top tube will be shorter. He has a long torso already. So that means a longer stem.
I think he made the right decision by getting the larger bike that had the Top Tube that fits him.
Better advice would be: Get a bike that is known for their long top tubes (LeMonds).
03-08-06, 08:22 PM
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Man am I ever drooling over these Cannondales! How could anyone think they don't make a damned sweet bike?
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Brian
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03-08-06, 11:57 PM
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Beautiful Bluecd, simply stunning! It looks badassed all dress in black and carbon
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03-09-06, 07:32 AM
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Yeah, bluecd, it's a nice bike, but you lost points by not doing three things:
1. It's all about wireless cyclocomputers these days...there's even such a thing as indoor plumbing and newfangled teevee sets.
2. Chain position, man! Everybody knows that the best veloporn has the chain on the big chainring and smallest rear cog. It's like looking at a pornstar with a band-aid on. You're like, "Sure, she's hot...but, ew."
3. Most savvy OCP'ers would have Photoshopped out the bike stand. Rookie.
/not serious...envious...and I don't have a pic up here anyway, so what do I know.
1. It's all about wireless cyclocomputers these days...there's even such a thing as indoor plumbing and newfangled teevee sets.
2. Chain position, man! Everybody knows that the best veloporn has the chain on the big chainring and smallest rear cog. It's like looking at a pornstar with a band-aid on. You're like, "Sure, she's hot...but, ew."
3. Most savvy OCP'ers would have Photoshopped out the bike stand. Rookie.
/not serious...envious...and I don't have a pic up here anyway, so what do I know.
03-09-06, 08:07 AM
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Hey Bluecd that is a GREAT bike. VERY nice.
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03-09-06, 09:19 AM
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Nice mods on that Synapse! You have to schoose your riding clothes carefully to match that ride... hehehe
I just added a naked Six13 Pro2 to my stable and it is the best all around performer so far. But it's all about poligamy the fun is shared with a '94 Firehouse Red R600 (Ultegra), '90 Bianchi Corsa (metallic tangerine, Campy)) and for those rainy/muddy days a '99 Raleigh M80 MTB (metallic green when clean, XTR)
I just added a naked Six13 Pro2 to my stable and it is the best all around performer so far. But it's all about poligamy
the fun is shared with a '94 Firehouse Red R600 (Ultegra), '90 Bianchi Corsa (metallic tangerine, Campy)) and for those rainy/muddy days a '99 Raleigh M80 MTB (metallic green when clean, XTR)
03-09-06, 06:39 PM
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here's my bike. 95 custom frame with rx100 1st gen. STI groupset
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03-10-06, 08:12 AM
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Here's my 2004 Specialized S-Works that I just finished building, bought the frame almost new. Only thing missing now are the tires.
Frameset: 2004 Specialized S-Works
Wheels: Easton Vista SL Campy
Shifters: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Rear Derailleur: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Front Derailleur: Campy Chorus
Cassette: Campy Veloce 12-25
Crankset: FSA SL-K Carbon Crankset
Handlebars: FSA RD-250
Stem: FSA OS-140 w/ Carbon Cap
Seatpost: Specialized Pave Carbon
Saddle: Fizik Arione
Pedals: Speedplay Zero
Frameset: 2004 Specialized S-Works
Wheels: Easton Vista SL Campy
Shifters: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Rear Derailleur: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Front Derailleur: Campy Chorus
Cassette: Campy Veloce 12-25
Crankset: FSA SL-K Carbon Crankset
Handlebars: FSA RD-250
Stem: FSA OS-140 w/ Carbon Cap
Seatpost: Specialized Pave Carbon
Saddle: Fizik Arione
Pedals: Speedplay Zero
03-11-06, 11:54 AM
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Am i daydreamin or what.. but am i right.. you don't have the tires mounted?
Originally Posted by DRLski
Here's my 2004 Specialized S-Works that I just finished building, bought the frame almost new. Only thing missing now are the tires.
Frameset: 2004 Specialized S-Works
Wheels: Easton Vista SL Campy
Shifters: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Rear Derailleur: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Front Derailleur: Campy Chorus
Cassette: Campy Veloce 12-25
Crankset: FSA SL-K Carbon Crankset
Handlebars: FSA RD-250
Stem: FSA OS-140 w/ Carbon Cap
Seatpost: Specialized Pave Carbon
Saddle: Fizik Arione
Pedals: Speedplay Zero
Frameset: 2004 Specialized S-Works
Wheels: Easton Vista SL Campy
Shifters: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Rear Derailleur: 10spd Campy Centaur (Century Grey)
Front Derailleur: Campy Chorus
Cassette: Campy Veloce 12-25
Crankset: FSA SL-K Carbon Crankset
Handlebars: FSA RD-250
Stem: FSA OS-140 w/ Carbon Cap
Seatpost: Specialized Pave Carbon
Saddle: Fizik Arione
Pedals: Speedplay Zero
03-11-06, 05:23 PM
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lol sorry about that.. i was so carried away looking at the picture of how nice your bike is... i forgot reading the text 
03-11-06, 09:03 PM
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It is fantastic.
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My 2005 Allez Elite. I think I need more seatpost showing.
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