WheresWaldo

Since the other threads are getting very hard to navigate, we need to have a thread just for completed builds of the group buy Pedal Force RS frames. I know that I have asked the same people more than once to post pictures of their bikes. A nice description of what you were trying to accomplish and some impressions from your first rides would be nice too. This thread is not intended to supplant your own build thread. I really love seeing works in progress. It would be nice to have complete bikes pictured in one spot so everyone can benefit.

I will start by posting pictures of Bittersweet and my RS.

Really looking forward to seeing 100+ picture posts here.


Link to the orginal Group Buy Thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=235874

WheresWaldo

Bittersweet RS

Our goal was to get a better fitting bike for Bittersweet, without breaking the bank. Although we have had a lot of fun with the Motobecane LeChampion SL, the geometry just wasn't quite right. Although a 49cm frame the top tube was way too long for her short torso, the RS is a much better fit. So stripping the LeChampion and swapping out the crankset for a Shimano FC-R700 Compact was what we decided to do. Here are the final results.

WheresWaldo

WheresWaldo RS

What I wanted was a top end bike without the top end price. Not having to add $1000 more for the frame allowed me to buy some really nice wheels to go along with this bike. Here is how I ended up where it is now. Bought a BD Mercier Draco, all Dura-Ace. Stripped it and put the parts in a box. Ordered a set of wheels from Troy Watson at Ligero, bought a second set from Chucks Bikes. Ordered some lightweight parts, replaced a few bolts with Ti or Al where appropriate and the result was what you see here. It is 14.81# with the Ligero wheels, bottle cages, pedals, Edge hardware (sans Edge 305 itself). With the Gigantex wheels it sits at 15.69# (both heavier wheels and tires).

BigSean

Im not much for the all black look, but it is a good lookin machine.

linux_author

Wacky Willy's Pedal Force Plastique Fantastique

- repost of pic in original RS thread of my ss/fixie (driveway was in shade at time of pic, otherwise i would have used the obligatory garage door)... i love this bike and it's quite a comfortable ride...

- i did find that the top bearing of the shorty IS-2 Cane Creek headset sits a touch high in the upper headtube, but this ended up being a nice feature, obviating the need for multiple 'shim washers'...

- also, contrary to other postings, i have found the ID14 fork to be quite adequate for my beefy physique... cutting the fork carbon tube was a snap, accomplished in eight forward strokes with a brand new 32TPI hacksaw blade from Homeless Despot while the fork was clamped into my Park SG-6 saw guide...

- other parts were scavenged from my two-speed Specialized Allez conversion (see sig linky)...

- i was initially worried about the potential frameset appearance when i ordered 'with logos,' but as you can see, PF wisely chose to use diminutive artwork only on the headtube and tops of the fork, and not the obscenely grotesque layouts favored by most discount bike shops...

- i plan to put at least 3,000 miles on this bike before adding on some 9spd DA bling gear i have stashed away:

damocles1

58cm w/ID14 fork
10v Ultegra drivetrain
FSA SLK crankset
Thomson Elite post
Thomson X4 stem
Cane Creek SCR5 brakes
Deda Newton deep bars
Flite Ti gel saddle
CB Quattro pedals

Ibis decals for effect...

Hammertoe

Hammertoe's Record RS

Well here it is...Kind of bittersweet...All that waiting and collecting parts...Now it's time for another project...

Changed the stem from FSA 115 110mm to Pazzaz 100mm...I find the bike to be very comfortable in the drops...

Total weight with 2 cages, pedals, and Garmin mount...15.7 lbs...

I got frustrated during the build...Campagnolo has its quirks...I cut the first cable too short...Then left the rest a little long...Bar wrap was not my best...

The most interesting thing I have found on my roller rides is how strange it seems not to have cables in the 'windshield'...I can see without obstruction...

Now I have to wait for the snow to melt...

Sorry about the lack of white garage door...We do not have a garage...

BoSoxYacht

I had a chance to ride mine today, and I'm very pleased. The fit of the 61cm RS is much better than my 58cm Flyte, which was my main reason for buying it.

The first thing I noticed was how stable it seems compared to my Flyte. I'm using a 100mm stem with 42 cm bars because of my short torso, which made my Flyte feel a bit quick in the steering department, but it works fine on the RS.

The 6.5 mile climb into town seemed to take forever today(30-40 mph headwinds), but it gave me a good chance to get out of the saddle and mash on the pedals. The frame laughed at my puny power output.

The ride home was a high speed descent(48mph max)for about 4 miles and then about 2.5 miles of chipseal at speeds up to 40. My old Flyte would have rattled my teeth out at that speed, but the RS was very comfy.

So after my short test ride, I'd give it an A, pending any major quirks that pop-up next week when I get to put in some real saddle time.



61cm PF RS frameset
Token Omega CF headset
Ultegra 10 drivetrain
KMC X10SL gold chain
105 brake calipers(black)
Look 5.1 pedals
Neuvation R28 SL2 wheels
Michelin Pro2 Race tires
FSA K-Wing handlebars
PZ Racing stem+ seatpost
Selle Italia Pro-Link Gel saddle
ITM computer mount
Nokon cables
Salsa skewers
Chris King "Pretty and Strong" headset spacer

I'll update the photos(and weight it), if I ever get the pedals from PBK.

t4mv

BSY, how many grams did you save using your spiffy new "virtual rear derailleur cable" setup?

You guys all got beautiful bikes, and, uhm, Hammertoe, you might want to pick another backdrop because it's almost like you and damocles1 live in the same house...

Hammertoe

Ha...That's the OUTSIDE of my house...Rough sawn hemlock siding...south facing stained cedar deck that needs to be re-stained...want to come help stain a house and a deck...

damocles1

That, and the fact it's too ******** cold for me to ever consider living in Vermont...

What is this "snow" you speak of? BTW, it was 70 here today...

ViperZ

Congrats to everyone and their builds They Look nice and stealthy!

BoSoxYacht

It's an experimental stealth system. I've been sworn to secrecy. That's all I can tell you, without needing to kill you afterward.

BitterSweet

Please reframe from using my name in posts. lol

blandin

At WheresWaldo's request, here are some of the pics I posted in my build thread a short time ago.

the beef

Sweet looking bikes so far. Cool thread.

Gibbygoo

61cm
17.4 lbs
Ultegra 10 speed with R700 compact crank
Thomson Elite
Specialized Alias
Deda Newton stem
Ritchey Biomax
Taxc Tao cages
Frogs!

Duke of Kent

[QUOTE=WheresWaldo]WheresWaldo RS

What I wanted was a top end bike without the top end price. Not having to add $1000 more for the frame allowed me to buy some really nice wheels to go along with this bike. Here is how I ended up where it is now. Bought a BD Mercier Draco, all Dura-Ace. Stripped it and put the parts in a box. Ordered a set of wheels from Troy Watson at Ligero, bought a second set from Chucks Bikes. Ordered some lightweight parts, replaced a few bolts with Ti or Al where appropriate and the result was what you see here. It is 14.81# with the Ligero wheels, bottle cages, pedals, Edge hardware (sans Edge 305 itself). With the Gigantex wheels it sits at 15.69# (both heavier wheels and tires).

QUOTE]


Where did you get the Gigantex wheels? And what was the price? PM me if need be.

WheresWaldo

Chucks Bicycle Closeouts

https://www.chucksbikes.com/store/wh035.htm

briscoelab

Here is Robin's (although we didn't get it from pedal force).

BitterSweet

I must say I like everyones bikes here but I think that I am going to toot my own horn and say that mine is the coolest.

pictures above^^^^^

S4tuned

Should have my Record Pedal Force RS tomorrow...pictures soon. I saw it 2 days ago fully built minus the record chain which I hope has arrived by now.


briscoelab...looks like Vienna Acoustic setup with REL sub? What other gear are you using?

WheresWaldo

Can't wait to see those pictures.

Dubbayoo

blandin made the red accent work a lot better than I thought it would though I think he made a good call staying away from red tires.

WW did well with the deep rims but I think they scream for colored (can you say colored these days? maybe I should say minority instead) tires. I would like to see a carbon crank on it too.

Mine won't be ready for a month but I think I will be in the mix at the end of the day. I bought all-black and silver TACX bottle cages...not sure which to go with. I will top mine off with a frame decal that says "The Force" since it will be a Pedal FORCE frame, FSA K-FORCE stem and K-Force crank...might even get the SRAM Force brifters. The Force will definitely be with me.

chickenmonkey

Hello-

Wow, everyone is building such great bikes...it's inspiring.

Here is mine:

RS 53 cm
ID4 fork
Cane Creek IS-8 Headset
Thomson Stem (120mm)
Speciaized Pro Ergo Bars (42 cm, shallow drop)
2006 Centuar Brifters
Centuar Brakes
Centuar Compact Front Derailleur
Ritchey Pro Compact Cranks
Ulterga Bottom Bracket
Veloce Rear Derailleur (Medium Cage - $40 bucks cheaper than Centuar)
SH 105 12-27 Cassette
Race X Light (ordered PF but they were out/offered this at same price)
Forte SLX Seat
Velomax Circuit Wheels
Michelin Krylion Carbon Tires
Forte Stainless Steel Bottle Cages

I haven't decided what pedals to get, so I'm on my old SPDs that sing like the birds in spring.



Thanks again to all who made this possible.