Ribble Endurance Titanium
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Ribble Endurance Titanium
Hello folks! This is my introductory post. I’ve been building up a lot of bikes in online shopping carts these days while waiting for the day I can go back to work full time (non-clinical admin hospital staff, so non-essential) and finally buy my first new road bike. I haven’t ridden in over 20 years due to shoulder and neck pain. I've finally attributed it to a used cannondale that was too low and large for me. With manufacturers all making endurance models these days, it seems I can get back into it.
I’ve really thought about what my requirements are for a new bike at my age (53), current fitness level (get winded climbing 5 flights of stairs) and more casual style of riding (no racing). I’m also done with the used market as I really want to treat myself to a new endurance bike that fits me. Carbon seemed the way to go but worried about how delicate they tend to be, especially if I crash which might be occasional. Thought about aluminum but my last bike was a little stiff and jarring. I’ve read a few articles about titanium which seemed to be the ride properties I’m looking for. Plus to be honest that metal finish is so old school cool. Could also be my one and only forever bike.
Looked at a few manufacturers all way out of my budget. Ribble’s yet to be launched titanium endurance disc is right in my budget of around $3k. Their 105 Sport build was $2400, ultegra Enthusiast build $3400. The site also lets me upgrade to Ultegra from the 105 build which gets me right at $3k (w/o the better wheels that come with the Enthusiast pre build). And interest free financing, even better.
Has anyone looked at the Ribble’s titanium endurance or am I alone? Tried to find threads about it but nada. Curious what you guys think.
I’ve really thought about what my requirements are for a new bike at my age (53), current fitness level (get winded climbing 5 flights of stairs) and more casual style of riding (no racing). I’m also done with the used market as I really want to treat myself to a new endurance bike that fits me. Carbon seemed the way to go but worried about how delicate they tend to be, especially if I crash which might be occasional. Thought about aluminum but my last bike was a little stiff and jarring. I’ve read a few articles about titanium which seemed to be the ride properties I’m looking for. Plus to be honest that metal finish is so old school cool. Could also be my one and only forever bike.
Looked at a few manufacturers all way out of my budget. Ribble’s yet to be launched titanium endurance disc is right in my budget of around $3k. Their 105 Sport build was $2400, ultegra Enthusiast build $3400. The site also lets me upgrade to Ultegra from the 105 build which gets me right at $3k (w/o the better wheels that come with the Enthusiast pre build). And interest free financing, even better.
Has anyone looked at the Ribble’s titanium endurance or am I alone? Tried to find threads about it but nada. Curious what you guys think.
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Another option - their Ti frames get good reviews
https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/...road-bikes.htm
https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/...road-bikes.htm
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The Ribbles are pretty good value bikes. Curiously note though, their 'Endurance' lineup seems to have fairly low stack heights relative to the typical "Endurance" bikes. Their geometry is more similar to typical performance road (eg. Giant TCR, not a Defy).
That said, their CGR Ti is pretty interesting too --if you have any interest in a do-anything type of setup, and this does offer a more upright geo.
That said, their CGR Ti is pretty interesting too --if you have any interest in a do-anything type of setup, and this does offer a more upright geo.
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Yes I noticed that too. If I remember correctly the Cannondale Synapse, and to lesser extent a Scott Addict, I tried out at my local LBS felt similarly lower and stretched out as well. Might defeat my purpose for a more relaxed upright endurance fit. Also tried out Giant Defy and Specialized Roubaix but they seemed squished like I was hunchbacked. Also didn’t want the extra damping features of those specific models.
I’ll check out the CGR Ti too since it could offer more ride options. Cheers.
I’ll check out the CGR Ti too since it could offer more ride options. Cheers.
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Thanks for the tip. Ultegra spec is nice for the price too!
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I've got the previous generation 105 (5800) on my Ti bike (not Ribble) and it's great. If you are more budget conscious then don't be afraid of 105. I'm sure the latest generation is even better.
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The CGR Ti looks like a really cool bike. If I were to upgrade my gravel/utility bike, the CGR Ti would be a top candidate.
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This thread needs a pic.
And name aside, it's not what almost anyone would call endurance geometry - its numbers are almost bang-on for my old S1, which is way towards the low/ aggressive end of things.
And name aside, it's not what almost anyone would call endurance geometry - its numbers are almost bang-on for my old S1, which is way towards the low/ aggressive end of things.
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And just for some more pics.. here's their CGR:
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As as far as fitting the bike to be less aggressive you could play around with sizing and stem length/rise to get the fit/comfort level you are content with. Personally, as a shrinking 6 footer, I would get the medium and put a longer, slight upward rise stem on. Or even just a 73 degree stem and see if my back and neck did not get too sore. If you prefer the taller head tube you could run a shorter stem for a proper fit on the next size bigger frame.
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Thanks for the great feedback! Taking your advice and leaning toward Ribble’s gravel CGR Ti as it matches endurance geometry more than their “endurance” model. Weird. Thinking base gravel wheels w/105 or upgrade to Ultegra. Once I get a decent road set of wheels then I’ll have options to ride where I want.
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Thanks for the great feedback! Taking your advice and leaning toward Ribble’s gravel CGR Ti as it matches endurance geometry more than their “endurance” model. Weird. Thinking base gravel wheels w/105 or upgrade to Ultegra. Once I get a decent road set of wheels then I’ll have options to ride where I want.
The Ribble carbon wheelset options (eg. Level 40) don't look too bad for a ~$700 upcharge (over Aksiums) if you'd rather the bike shipped with road-ready configuration and you're thinking of getting a road wheelset anyway.
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They do. I didn’t say/mention anything when I ordered from ribble and it was delivered in correct US brake configuration.
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I really like that CGR Ti!
I've been thinking about titanium, but can't stomach the prices. You can do a CGR Ti build with di2 for $3500 (without carbon bars or wheels), very tempting.
I've been thinking about titanium, but can't stomach the prices. You can do a CGR Ti build with di2 for $3500 (without carbon bars or wheels), very tempting.