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Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-23, 11:11 AM
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Posted By primov8

I forgot to mention the 5mm spacer I’m targeting...

I forgot to mention the 5mm spacer I’m targeting is in regards to my fit prior to getting hurt. I actually built up a Helix two years ago as my first Ti bike and it became a favorite build. Hence the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-23, 10:17 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Sold off my road bikes last year after a freak...

Sold off my road bikes last year after a freak injury knowing I wouldn't have been able to ride and opting to have surgery. Fast forward to last month and perfect timing it was since I was cleared to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-22, 03:14 PM
Replies: 27,391
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Posted By primov8

Eddy Merckx Strada ...

Eddy Merckx Strada

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52400378624_1748c978a5_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Already impressed with the SBC 7005 Undefeated I...

Already impressed with the SBC 7005 Undefeated I built up this past Sept, I went with their 6061 Black Label All-Road for my first 1x/all-road build. Now I'm afraid to admit this may now become my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-20, 03:59 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Thanks. I almost didn’t buy the frameset because...

Thanks. I almost didn’t buy the frameset because all State had in stock were 53cm and 58cm. But after looking at the geometry, their 58cm fits more like a 56-57 which is my ideal fit. The TT is only...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-20, 11:12 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

My N+1. A budget friendly/beater build. 2020...

My N+1. A budget friendly/beater build. 2020 State Bicycle Co. 7005 Undefeated.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50375348931_040e24612d_c.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-17, 07:59 PM
Replies: 27,391
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Posted By primov8

My newest build to get me back on the road....

My newest build to get me back on the road. Looking forward to the Sunday ride.

Storck Scenero G3 Stealth
https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4377/35972178884_4c818048ea_c.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-13, 12:18 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

ChanceG- great looking bike. Nice to see a fresh...

ChanceG- great looking bike. Nice to see a fresh new color that stands out from the everyday black, white, red schemes. Enjoy.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-13, 03:43 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

It definitely does. Hope to see a much better pic...

It definitely does. Hope to see a much better pic and posted in the Hot or Not thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-13, 06:16 AM
Replies: 27,391
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Posted By primov8

Youngin- can't go wrong with Campy....

Youngin- can't go wrong with Campy. Aesthetically, I feel they're the best looking components and look great on any frameset. Great looking Lapierre.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 08:05 AM
Replies: 27,391
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Posted By primov8

^^^ The red accents (saddle, tape, cages) fits in...

^^^ The red accents (saddle, tape, cages) fits in perfectly. Well done.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 05:42 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

^^^ Belongs in the Hot or Not thread.

^^^ Belongs in the Hot or Not thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-13, 07:13 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

This was a pic I took Sunday morning, after...

This was a pic I took Sunday morning, after taking it out on its first ride with the new paint and EPS. Nothing new, just waiting for the bottle cages to get delivered tomorrow.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-13, 06:55 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8243/8628167401_7070...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8243/8628167401_70701a1da7_c.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-13, 06:48 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Not sure about the bar tape, but still a cool...

Not sure about the bar tape, but still a cool looking build.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-13, 08:35 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

robbyville- great looking build. Nicely done.

robbyville- great looking build. Nicely done.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-13, 03:17 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Thanks. The cassette is from Recon and I bought...

Thanks. The cassette is from Recon and I bought it from m-bikeparts.com, located in Germany. I know fairwheelbikes sells them as well but they didn't have the 11-25 that I wanted.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-13, 02:38 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

robncircus, a fan of your builds. I also feel the...

robncircus, a fan of your builds. I also feel the same way in finding framesets to build up that stands out from the majority.

Jeepnut22, great looking builds as well. The white spokes on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Especially since I've always wanted this...

Especially since I've always wanted this frameset, found it NOS and paid 1/3 of what it would've cost a year ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-12, 02:25 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Finished the build last night. ...

Finished the build last night.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8364/8292384002_520ffdc7db_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8502/8291284049_f699434fd3_z.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

The latest addition to the stable, a 2011...

The latest addition to the stable, a 2011 S3-Norwegian Red that I found NOS. I removed all the parts from the Noah Pro since that will get SR11-EPS and just transferred it onto the S3. Just waiting...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-12, 07:43 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

For the time being, I have stopped.... until...

For the time being, I have stopped.... until Ribble has another 20% coupon, then I'll start again as both framesets will have EPS.



And my favorite hitch-mounted bike rack so far.


Thanks....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-12, 06:15 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8039/8030624196_d96c...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8039/8030624196_d96c23e1c6_c.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-12, 07:23 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

I like it. If that was posted in the hot or not...

I like it. If that was posted in the hot or not thread, I'd give it a HOT.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-12, 06:25 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

After taking out the Merak for its initial ride...

After taking out the Merak for its initial ride yesterday, I don't even know how I'm going to choose right now. I went out on a routine 30 mile loop and it just felt so comfortable, handling is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-12, 06:30 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

My newest build, a 2013 De Rosa Merak II ...

My newest build, a 2013 De Rosa Merak II
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7263/7729394784_13b0f0e29a_c.jpg

And some minor changes on the Ridley. I switched to a Specialized Romin Evo 143mm and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-12, 07:02 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Post this over in the HOT or NOT thread....

Post this over in the HOT or NOT thread. Definitely a Top 5 in my list.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-12, 03:44 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Not the greatest pic, but can't wait to finish...

Not the greatest pic, but can't wait to finish stripping and building up the Caad10 when the rest of the Sram Red-black parts arrive this Wed. Besides the frameset, the only OEM parts staying with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-12, 08:36 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Thanks. Do post up pics of the DeRosa;...

Thanks.

Do post up pics of the DeRosa; their whole lineup are all great looking bikes. I always wanted a King or Idol frameset but the only LBS that carried DeRosa is the LBS I'll never do...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-12, 07:39 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

2012 Ridley Noah Pro ...

2012 Ridley Noah Pro

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5279/7097591691_aa582c1e7e_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7210/7097733681_6befd8f4c6_z.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-12, 08:48 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Delivered yesterday afternoon. 2012 Ridley...

Delivered yesterday afternoon.
2012 Ridley Noah Pro

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/6930521884_3df81da53c_b.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-12, 07:24 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Latest build, 2012 Cervelo S5. ...

Latest build, 2012 Cervelo S5.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6787849388_95d7f1b7e5_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7049/6787850532_676b4b1ef3_z.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-12, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

The FD gets delivered today, and will finally get...

The FD gets delivered today, and will finally get to ride it first thing tomorrow morning. Just have to dial in the derailleurs, tilt the saddle up just a bit and I should be good to go.

2012...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-11, 11:07 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

RED.. HOT. Definitely not cool, but...

RED.. HOT.




Definitely not cool, but HOT!!! Not a big fan of Canonndale but an all blacked out Caad9 just looks too good. Nicely done.

^^^ Both these bikes belong in the HOT or not thread.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-11, 07:13 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

2010 Cervelo S2 56cm ...

2010 Cervelo S2 56cm

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6087/6156890083_42656bc3f6_b.jpg

Built up last weekend. Always wanted a white S2 and found a great deal on this NOS frameset.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-11, 05:43 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

I knew that, thanks. But I'm not a fan of white...

I knew that, thanks. But I'm not a fan of white hoods.

I'm tempted to switch out that s-works bar tape with the Fizik red gloss this weekend. Unlike the Fizik microtex tape, dirt and grime...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-11, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Same here. I think the anodized pieces and the...

Same here. I think the anodized pieces and the matte black frameset and EDGE fork stands out from the everyday, typical, road bike. Nicely done.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-11, 07:22 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Appreciate the feedback :) I do have a set of...

Appreciate the feedback :)
I do have a set of Fizik bar tape in gloss red that I may throw on next.


Thanks. I have to admit though, I only get to put on about 150 miles a week, 200 if I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-11, 12:09 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

A couple changes: - Sram Red shifters &...

A couple changes:

- Sram Red shifters & rear derailleur
- Sram Red-Black edition 53T chainring & Sram Red 42T
- Rotor 3D crankset
- ENVE decals (replaced the original EDGE 1.68 decals)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Those aren't ghost decals; acetone + elbow grease...

Those aren't ghost decals; acetone + elbow grease got it done. Once you get a section of the decals beginning to peel, its much easier afterwards. Just continue to rub acetone over the corresponding...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Great looking Six! And about those decals,...

Great looking Six!

And about those decals, my brother felt the same way with his 2010 EC90s; so they look like this now.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3276/5860586914_281a312e39_z.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-11, 05:33 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

After tearing up my (L) ACL last Sept., I parted...

After tearing up my (L) ACL last Sept., I parted out/sold most of my Kestrel RT800 build. During my recovery period, I ended up buying and building up an 09 Cervelo S2 58cm, along with an 08 Cervelo...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-09, 03:21 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Great build on that BMC. :thumb:

Great build on that BMC. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-09, 10:50 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

The RT800 is my first carbon road bike and I have...

The RT800 is my first carbon road bike and I have no complaints. Overall, a smooth ride and responsive especially when out of the saddle. I don't race, ride generally for fitness and recreation and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-09, 06:38 AM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

A couple of changes in the past two months: -...

A couple of changes in the past two months:
- Sram S80 wheelset / Schwalbe Ultremo DD tires
- Selle Italia Team Max Flite
- KMC X10sl chain
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

A couple changes... Easton EC70 sl w/Vittoria...

A couple changes... Easton EC70 sl w/Vittoria Rubino Pros, Sram Force crankset 175mm(still got the 09 Rival crank 172.5mm with less than 200 miles, PM an offer), Cateye V3
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-09, 04:14 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

Kestrel RT800 ...

Kestrel RT800

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3290/3285223997_a7151ccfb4.jpg?v=0


Mix of 09 Sram Force/Rival, 3T Team bar(thanks to Grasschopper for a great deal), 3T Team stem, Look Keo Laneo...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-08, 07:00 PM
Replies: 27,391
Views: 18,377,490
Posted By primov8

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2810444764_2dd...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2810444764_2ddce65798.jpg

My first road bike, my first build. So far so good, but soon to be replaced with a NOS Kestrel RT700 frameset/Ultegra SL group.
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