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Old 08-04-15, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Ajh800
Interesting thread and mind boggling how the Sirrus is evolving - for better or worse.

Is this 'retro' carbon pro, better or worse (2014)

Definitely better stem, but now I'm sold on the 1 x 11 concept (I also have a 2015 Epic Expert WC with X01), I would have liked it if they offerered the Carbon Pro with and without X1, rather than the Expert.
If Specialized made the 'flow' stem available to buy in different lengths, I'd be more than happy .... just don't understand why they don't. Must be a 'we know best' attitude.
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Can't really compare. The '13/14 carbon Sirrus bikes were/are simply Roubaix road frames converted to flat bars. Nothing wrong with that, but that is what they are. '15 and now '16 use an entirely new frame, specifically designed for flat bars (geometry etc.). So apples and oranges.

That headset/stem thingy on the carbon Sirrus that is plaguing outpost2015 is to my mind a silly concession to 'looking racy' for no apparent reason. Someone in 'marketing' must have thought it was a good idea. Other changes/alternatives are, to my mind, good ideas -- e.g. making 1x11 drivetrains an option.
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Old 08-04-15, 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Ajh800
Interesting thread and mind boggling how the Sirrus is evolving - for better or worse.

Is this 'retro' carbon pro, better or worse (2014)

"LOOKS" like the standard stem and headset on that one.
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Old 08-04-15, 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by outpost2015
Definitely better stem, but now I'm sold on the 1 x 11 concept (I also have a 2015 Epic Expert WC with X01), I would have liked it if they offerered the Carbon Pro with and without X1, rather than the Expert.
If Specialized made the 'flow' stem available to buy in different lengths, I'd be more than happy .... just don't understand why they don't. Must be a 'we know best' attitude.
You have probable already thought of this. But I wonder if the frame will still fit a standard headset? But then again, I guess the steerer would still be an issue. Maybe a steerer extender? I have not had my hands on one, so "what do I know?". I just know I would be seriously hostile if I couldn't adjust the fit of the bike like you have not been able to do.
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Old 08-04-15, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by quicktrigger
You have probable already thought of this. But I wonder if the frame will still fit a standard headset? But then again, I guess the steerer would still be an issue. Maybe a steerer extender? I have not had my hands on one, so "what do I know?". I just know I would be seriously hostile if I couldn't adjust the fit of the bike like you have not been able to do.
If I could find a headset that has the right conical spacer, then fitting is not a problem. I was able to fit a standard 75mm stem above the bottom spacer shown in my picture, with normal spacers above. It worked, and felt fine, just looked wrong ! It probably makes me more angry to think there are dozens of these 90mm 'flow' stems sitting in a parts bin at Specialized, that would solve my problem.

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Old 08-04-15, 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by outpost2015
If I could find a headset that has the right conical spacer, then fitting is not a problem. I was able to fit a standard 75mm stem above the bottom spacer shown in my picture, with normal spacers above. It worked, and felt fine, just looked wrong ! It probably makes me more angry to think there are dozens of these 90mm 'flow' stems sitting in a parts bin at Specialized, that would solve my problem.
I just took the 90mm stem off my '15 Sirrus Expert. It's brand new, the bike has yet to be ridden. Will gladly sell it to you if you'd like it.
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Old 08-04-15, 02:46 PM
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You can contact me at outpost@btinternet.com .... let me know how much you want for it. What are you replacing it with ?
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Old 08-04-15, 03:15 PM
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email sent. I replaced it with a 3T full carbon stem--not carbon over alloy like a lot of "carbon" stems, but full unidirectional CF.
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Old 08-11-15, 06:46 AM
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If it is to any use to anyone, here is a picture om my Sirrus Pro Carbon 2016,

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Originally Posted by CNS
If it is to any use to anyone, here is a picture om my Sirrus Pro Carbon 2016,

Regards,

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How are you liking the seatpost? Picked one up with a Phenom Pro seat, but it will be a few weeks before I get to ride again.
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Originally Posted by Quattrosaint
How are you liking the seatpost? Picked one up with a Phenom Pro seat, but it will be a few weeks before I get to ride again.
I have a spare CG-R seatpost for sale, brand new, if you're interested. The seatpost is universally beloved; Monstermash on this forum loves his as well.
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Old 08-11-15, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by BigL_RIP
I have a spare CG-R seatpost for sale, brand new, if you're interested. The seatpost is universally beloved; Monstermash on this forum loves his as well.
Just bought one but have not had a chance to use it yet. thanks though
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Old 08-12-15, 06:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Quattrosaint
Just bought one but have not had a chance to use it yet. thanks though

Hi Christian,


Nice bike you bought. Would you be able to send me some more pictures of your bike? Detail picture of the fenders from top view.

These are the first real life pictures of the bike on the internet. I'm very interested in the bike. Are those fenders originals from Specialized?

Thanks.

Bjorn

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Old 08-12-15, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by CNS
If it is to any use to anyone, here is a picture om my Sirrus Pro Carbon 2016,

Regards,

Christian

NICE! That from me that hates black bikes. ;-)
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This is My first bike in 25 years, so I don' t believe I am a good point of reference in this case. However, I rented a Sirrus Sport a few weeks ago, and the ride on the Carbon Pro is considerably more smooth.

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Originally Posted by mrSirrus
Hi Christian,


Nice bike you bought. Would you be able to send me some more pictures of your bike? Detail picture of the fenders from top view.

These are the first real life pictures of the bike on the internet. I'm very interested in the bike. Are those fenders originals from Specialized?

Thanks.

Bjorn
Hi Bjorn,

Yes these are the Specialized Plug and Play fender set.

Here are som "top-view" pictures as requested.

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Hi Christian,

Thanks a lot. Could you place some more detailed pictures? Steer with shifter, cassette/deraillieur?

Whats the width of the tires? Are they thicker than a road bike?
Have you seen the Expert Carbon X1?

Thank you.

Bjorn

Originally Posted by CNS
Hi Bjorn,

Yes these are the Specialized Plug and Play fender set.

Here are som "top-view" pictures as requested.


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Originally Posted by mrSirrus
Hi Christian,

Thanks a lot. Could you place some more detailed pictures? Steer with shifter, cassette/deraillieur?

Whats the width of the tires? Are they thicker than a road bike?
Have you seen the Expert Carbon X1?

Thank you.

Bjorn
Hi!
Here are some additional pictures as requested.
The tyres are the standard on this bike (i.e. Roubaix 700 x 23/25).

I have not seen the Expert Carbon X1.

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Originally Posted by CNS
Hi!
Here are some additional pictures as requested.
The tyres are the standard on this bike (i.e. Roubaix 700 x 23/25).

I have not seen the Expert Carbon X1.

What do you think are the biggest tyres that you could fit on to your bike?
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Hi,

May thanks for the pictures. It looks very nice. I see you have an M size frame. How tall are you?

Tiny detail. A pity that the handles aren't totally black. But perhaps Specialized got them aftermarket in black.

Regards,
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Hi!
Here are some additional pictures as requested.
The tyres are the standard on this bike (i.e. Roubaix 700 x 23/25).

I have not seen the Expert Carbon X1.

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Originally Posted by ColonelSanders
What do you think are the biggest tyres that you could fit on to your bike?
According to the German specification, the bike is equipped with 28 mm wide tyres, so at least that width should work fine.

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Originally Posted by mrSirrus
Hi,

May thanks for the pictures. It looks very nice. I see you have an M size frame. How tall are you?

Tiny detail. A pity that the handles aren't totally black. But perhaps Specialized got them aftermarket in black.


Regards,
Bjorn
I am 174 cm tall (or short).

//Christian
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Received my 90mm stem from Daniel .... Finally feels right. May even be able to go back to a setback seatpost.
Thanks Daniel.
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Old 08-17-15, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by outpost2015
Received my 90mm stem from Daniel .... Finally feels right. May even be able to go back to a setback seatpost.
Thanks Daniel.
My pleasure Tony, happy to help! Glad it worked out!
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Old 08-21-15, 05:23 AM
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Next Tuesday I wil get my new Sirrus Pro Carbon 2016. Changed the tires to 28 without reflection rings.
@CNS do you like the saddle?

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