New Look 695
07-25-12, 09:57 AM
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New Look 695
Bike shop received it on Monday and built it up on Tuesday with SRAM Red. The wheels are DV66. Total weight as pictured is 16lbs 2oz. I'm sure if I pulled the frame pump and C02 cartridge it would drop it under 16lbs. I haven't had a chance to ride it yet except around the parking lot so I can't comment on handling. I plan on taking it out tomorrow morning for a short ride. This bike replaces my 09 Specialized Roubaix.
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07-25-12, 10:01 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
Damn!!!!
That is all.
That is all.
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Thanks! When I was considering frame colors, I couldn't find a single build in this color combo. Do a google search on look 695 black silver and nothing comes up. I think I'm the only one in Vegas with these colors. I'll definitely report back after I get some miles on it!
07-25-12, 12:21 PM
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Sweet bike! The integration on the 695 is really ingenious.
But I personally don't like to put a frame pump under a curved top tube like that, just my personal preference...
But I personally don't like to put a frame pump under a curved top tube like that, just my personal preference...
07-25-12, 12:40 PM
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That does Look like a nice bike (sorry). If you could remove some of the LOOK logos and Reynolds from the wheel set and make it more stealthy that would be great!
07-25-12, 12:44 PM
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I was thinking about doing that. When I first saw the frame I wasn't sure how the white decals were going to work with the silver and black. I may give it a go and remove all the logos. I wish Reynolds would offer a stealth option like Boyd does.
07-25-12, 01:39 PM
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Who cares? The logos on the bike are pretty low key, as far as branding goes... and you won't be able to make out any of it while riding, so hop on and enjoy. Ride reports with respect to your Roubaix to follow, I hope.
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Great frame appearance. We all have different tastes. The decals on the wheels take away from the frame.
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I really dont like how nearly all modern manufacturers are plastering their logo on every open space on their frames.
I wouldnt kick it out of bed though
I wouldnt kick it out of bed though
07-25-12, 02:07 PM
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I think I'm looking at my next bike. Those Looks are sure nice.
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Ditch those reynolds white stickers, and it's gonna be killer. I'd leave the Look logos alone. The grey bartape not matching the grey of the bike is meh as well, but thats an easy fix. Either way, its a nice bike!
Also, the seat looks like Gene Simmons tongue, ready to lap at your ass crack. Hope it's comfy!
Also, the seat looks like Gene Simmons tongue, ready to lap at your ass crack. Hope it's comfy!
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Get rid of that 300 gram saddle and get some shallow compact bars, it'll put you low 15's. Besides that the bike is nice.
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Nice upgrade!!!
I like the "Look" of it!!!
I like the "Look" of it!!!