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New bike day is the best kinda day!

Old 01-18-23, 04:53 PM
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New bike day is the best kinda day!

Just took delivery of my first road bike after two decades of mountain biking.
I'm super excited to learn a new discipline and hope the learning curve isn't too steep.

I will say, the good folks at Lynskey turned out a quality bike. Fit and finish is immaculate, and the welds are absolutely beautiful.
I either lucked out and got the best welder they have on staff, or they have a bunch of welders with phenomenal skills on the payroll.

Anyways, here it is, complete with the freshly installed ghetto chainstay protector.
Is there a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) solution in the road bike world?

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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Just took delivery of my first road bike after two decades of mountain biking.
I'm super excited to learn a new discipline and hope the learning curve isn't too steep.

I will say, the good folks at Lynskey turned out a quality bike. Fit and finish is immaculate, and the welds are absolutely beautiful.
I either lucked out and got the best welder they have on staff, or they have a bunch of welders with phenomenal skills on the payroll.

Anyways, here it is, complete with the freshly installed ghetto chainstay protector.
Is there a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) solution in the road bike world?


Congrats. Always wanted a Ti bike.
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Anyways, here it is, complete with the freshly installed ghetto chainstay protector.
Is there a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) solution in the road bike world?
Yes, none at all, or at least something clear.
Cyclistick Chainstay Protector Set of 3 - Clear Film Road Cycling Bike | eBay
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Anyways, here it is, complete with the freshly installed ghetto chainstay protector.
Is there a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) solution in the road bike world?

I bought a kit from these guys

https://www.ridewrap.com/us/en/bike-...ke-protection/

works great
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Ti chainstay don’t need no stinkin’ protector. Keep it naked and proud!
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Originally Posted by phrantic09
I bought a kit from these guys

https://www.ridewrap.com/us/en/bike-...ke-protection/

works great
Appreciate the replies folks!

I use Ridewrap on all my mountain bikes, but the idea of wrapping these spiraled tubes gives me a headache just thinking about how difficult it would be LOL.
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Congrats! And yes, the Lynskeys know how to build bikes!
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Just took delivery of my first road bike after two decades of mountain biking.
I'm super excited to learn a new discipline and hope the learning curve isn't too steep.
Very nice Lynskey! What learning curve? You probably have superior bike handling skills from mountain biking already.

Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Anyways, here it is, complete with the freshly installed ghetto chainstay protector.
Is there a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) solution in the road bike world?
If your derailleurs are setup correctly the chain should not drop all that often, but yes, there is: ISC Racers Tape HT2308 ISC Helicopter-OG Surface Guard Tape (8 mil Outdoor Grade): 2" x 30 ft, Transparent: Automotive Tape: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific
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Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
Very nice Lynskey! What learning curve? You probably have superior bike handling skills from mountain biking already.



If your derailleurs are setup correctly the chain should not drop all that often, but yes, there is: ISC Racers Tape HT2308 ISC Helicopter-OG Surface Guard Tape (8 mil Outdoor Grade): 2" x 30 ft, Transparent: Automotive Tape: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific
That looks like it'd fit the bill nicely!

Do you happen to know if that product allows a "wet" installation or is it "stick it on and hope you got it right the first time"?
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
That looks like it'd fit the bill nicely!

Do you happen to know if that product allows a "wet" installation or is it "stick it on and hope you got it right the first time"?
It is the latter.
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I would use a strip of automotive PPF (wet fit type). It will be invisible and prevent any scuffing.
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Nice bike choice. Welcome to the Lynskey community. I ride a Lynskey Helix as well, I also owned a R300 in the past. Which group did you get?

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Originally Posted by texbiker
Nice bike choice. Welcome to the Lynskey community. I ride a Lynskey Helix as well, I also owned a R300 in the past. Which group did you get?

Gorgeous bike!
If I had to do it over I would have gotten the etched logos like you, since the decals on the downtube kind of obscure the spiral.

I got the Sram Force AXS. It is buttery smooth too, so I'm glad I went that route.
For added insurance I added the Sram chain spotter to hopefully avoid any chain drops to the inside.

Spoke with the folks at my local Trek dealer yesterday to get an estimate on an Aeolus RSL 37 wheelset which will shave off a pound.
Just trying to decide if the juice is going to be worth the squeeze, but heavily leaning towards it, even if it's purely for the aesthetic appeal.
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I got the SRAM Rival AXS eTap. The electronic shifting is so nice. My R300 had decals. You might like the ICAN Cycling Alpha 50 wheels that are on my bike. The price is very attractive. I have about 8000 miles on two sets; my other road bike is a Cervelo Caledonia.
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Originally Posted by texbiker
I got the SRAM Rival AXS eTap. The electronic shifting is so nice. My R300 had decals. You might like the ICAN Cycling Alpha 50 wheels that are on my bike. The price is very attractive. I have about 8000 miles on two sets; my other road bike is a Cervelo Caledonia.
I truly appreciate the input!!
I'll check ICAN out once I get in for the evening and see what the price comparison is.

I will say that the Trek warranty is incredible if they actually stand behind it.
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Appreciate the replies folks!

I use Ridewrap on all my mountain bikes, but the idea of wrapping these spiraled tubes gives me a headache just thinking about how difficult it would be LOL.
- Always like the look of Helix frames. The twist is just cool. No idea if its better or worse than regular tubes, but its certainly a standout feature!
- Its a road bike, you dont need to worry about chain slap. You use it on paved roads and pedal constantly- there should be very few times where the chain is slack enough to slap, especially since the road will be smooth.
- Its a titanium frame that isnt painted, you dont need to worry about chain slap.
- If you want something that isnt clear, then consider Nubaum cotton tape. It comes in a ton of colors. Personally though, I would go for no protection or clear protection.
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Originally Posted by mstateglfr
- Always like the look of Helix frames. The twist is just cool. No idea if its better or worse than regular tubes, but its certainly a standout feature!
- Its a road bike, you dont need to worry about chain slap. You use it on paved roads and pedal constantly- there should be very few times where the chain is slack enough to slap, especially since the road will be smooth.
- Its a titanium frame that isnt painted, you dont need to worry about chain slap.
- If you want something that isnt clear, then consider Nubaum cotton tape. It comes in a ton of colors. Personally though, I would go for no protection or clear protection.
Much appreciated!

I'd never actually ridden a road bike before a few weeks ago, and that was just test riding in a parking lot.

I'm so used to it being a necessity on a mountain bike that I didn't stop to think it might not be the case on the road.

The rear derailleur has a fairly stiff clutch too, so I imagine that lessens the chain bounce even more on pavement.
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Congrats! That's a pretty badass ride ya got there.
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Congrats! That's a pretty badass ride ya got there.
Thanks!!
I'm pretty excited about the maiden voyage once the weather breaks.

I've only been able to go up and down my dead end street a few times, but was impressed by how quick and nimble it is.
Up until now I have been using my Santa Cruz Blur to ride paved surfaces, and I thought it was fast.
Compared to this thing it's a brick 😂.
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Thanks!!
I'm pretty excited about the maiden voyage once the weather breaks.

I've only been able to go up and down my dead end street a few times, but was impressed by how quick and nimble it is.
Up until now I have been using my Santa Cruz Blur to ride paved surfaces, and I thought it was fast.
Compared to this thing it's a brick 😂.
I'm in the SAME boat! Monday was New Bike Day for me. I've yet to ride the bike. It's KILLING ME!
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as mstateglfr said, chan slap really isn't a thing on the road (my gravel and mtn bikes are a different story). The only reason to protect that area on a road bike is lube/dirt/grime from the chain. And, that's really only an issue for matte paint. And really, it just requires some degreaser. So yeah, no protection for that Ti frame is my vote.

Cue the "... and that only happens if your chain has too much lube, etc." in 3... 2...
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I'm in the SAME boat! Monday was New Bike Day for me. I've yet to ride the bike. It's KILLING ME!
Congrats on your new ride!!

Feel free to post up a photo in this thread since I do enjoy seeing other people's bikes and how they have them set up.
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Originally Posted by Zaskar
as mstateglfr said, chan slap really isn't a thing on the road (my gravel and mtn bikes are a different story). The only reason to protect that area on a road bike is lube/dirt/grime from the chain. And, that's really only an issue for matte paint. And really, it just requires some degreaser. So yeah, no protection for that Ti frame is my vote.

Cue the "... and that only happens if your chain has too much lube, etc." in 3... 2...
I wax my chains on all my bikes so no worry of lube residue.
I'm thinking it's getting unwrapped when I get home tonight LOL.
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Originally Posted by Ynotnow
Congrats on your new ride!!

Feel free to post up a photo in this thread since I do enjoy seeing other people's bikes and how they have them set up.
Not my first road bike, but definitely a first in disc brakes on the road, Di2, totally hidden cables/hoses/lines. Oh, and not being a black road bike, that's a first in a long time.
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Originally Posted by Zaskar
Not my first road bike, but definitely a first in disc brakes on the road, Di2, totally hidden cables/hoses/lines. Oh, and not being a black road bike, that's a first in a long time.
That thing is a freakin jewel!!

I don't see any disappointments in your immediate future 😁.
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