kennySRi
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I very nearly bought one during summer, had zipp wheels on and looked amazing. When I finally get another road bike it's defanately one to look at for me.
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Nic Barnes
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Mine was a bargain off Jimbo the barbarians mate, barely used like new tbh £250 with some extras. It's a decent enough bike I've done 1200 miles on it since feb.
[Edited on 07-10-2013 by Nic Barnes]
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kennySRi
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That is cheap. Let me know if you ever want to sell it 
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Simon
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Registered: 24th Apr 03
Location: Oxfordshire
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Yesterday was perfect weather for riding, did a great 30miles around the chilterns takig in great views and sunshine, only thing missing was a spare hour for a mid ride pint! Hope there are a few more of those days left this year
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Matt L
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probably a stupid question... but does a lighter bike make much difference?
I imagine my bike is around 12-15kg if not heavier (not weighted it but i know its pretty heavy for a road bike)
Would a lighter bike really make a great deal of difference in climbs/general riding?
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Cole
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You have a 30lb rd bike wtf are you sure thats mtb territory
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Matt L
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quote:
Originally posted by Cole
You have a 30lb rd bike wtf are you sure thats mtb territory
like i said im not sure I havent weighted it all i know is its pretty heavy for a road bike I will weight it tonight when i get chance.
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Jamie Walby
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When I upgraded from the Specialized Allez to the Cannondale Supersix I noticed an immediate difference.
I am sure its mainly psychological though.
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willay
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I went from a lightweight mtb with no suspension to my road bike and the difference is pretty big. Makes you race more cars and traffic and generally fuck yourself up
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Nic Barnes
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I wouldn't dream of climbing a hill while out the seat on a mountain bike but I always do on a road bike.
I wonder does real light weight bikes actually suffer at all?
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deano87
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Registered: 21st Oct 06
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I've saved 500g off my wheel weight which gives better rolling resistance. And I could definitely feel the difference at Cannock. Wasn't just because I was feeling fit, because I wasn't.
So yes, a lighter bike will make the difference!
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Jimbothebarbarian
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Registered: 19th Apr 07
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Went out for a wee night ride after work tonight. Fucking love this night time riding it's much fun..
On a plus note some work is afoot on the south loop at whinlatter I hear an extension is happening...
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kennySRi
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Massive different with a light bike IMO. My mtb flys up hills compared to my older bikes.
Got my first puncture on my tubeless tonight. I pulled a thorn out and it was hissing. Got to my destination 20mins later and it hadnt let any more air out. Took if home 8 hours later and is still up. Why is this and how do you fix a tubeless tyre?
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Cole
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You dont tge sealant has already fixed it
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kennySRi
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I was reading up about it last night and sounds like that has what has happened. There was some white stuff that came through the hole but it wasn't set. Is this normal? I was going to out some sealant in but looks like it already has some.
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Jamie Walby
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White stuff sounds like the sealant.
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kennySRi
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Hopefully will be ok then 
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Jamie Walby
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Sure will 
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Rick Draper
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Built this up tonight all ready for its first ride tomorrow:
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Cole
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That is a bit nice that rick
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kennySRi
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That looks a very well spec'd bike! Are they m985 cranks? I'm wanting them for my next build. Also want some float 36s in black, sell me it once you're finished please
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Jimbothebarbarian
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Have to let me know how you get on with the general lee.
Also what make is the chain?
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deano87
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Registered: 21st Oct 06
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Rick is that the Blur, Bronson or Solo?
They all look the bloomin' same!
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Nic Barnes
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Registered: 5th Apr 04
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It's a Bronson, my pro mate has one as well.
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deano87
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