deepak Posted November 14, 2012 Report Posted November 14, 2012 Thanks Deepak. I need to hear this stuff. I'm likely not buying until the end of the year so I probably should spend some time looking at LBS's to see what is available. I am all over the place with this stuff and need to focus. I'm still waiting to hear from DeSalvo about possibly switching the bike I have on order to either a Ti hard tail or suspension (650). A DeSalvo 650b would be hot! Do you mean hardtail (with front suspension), I do not see a full suspension on their page. I am going to see if Intense offers any discounts next off season (my guess no), if not then it will probably be Rocky Mountain Altitude or hope that Specialized announces one in their Stumpy FSR line.
Dreadhead Posted November 14, 2012 Report Posted November 14, 2012 I did as well and those look very similar to mine nice choice. Hard to justify choosing aluminum cages for a carbonfiber bike, kind of like using MDF in a butcher block cutting board. Thanks! I use Tacx bottle cages on everything else (including 2 carbon bikes) and they are awesome but I figured "why not" with a bike like the Calfee.
tyrion Posted November 14, 2012 Report Posted November 14, 2012 Nate, thanks for the advice. I will be shopping around. Deepak, I've seen pics on DeSalvo's website of dual suspension bikes he's made. I believe he uses a dual suspension design from another manufacturer. I would still consider a hard tail despite everyone telling me you have to go dual. I used to ride here, in NC, in CO, in CA and other places all on ht's and had a blast. Needless to say, I'm all over the place on this.
MexicanDragon Posted November 14, 2012 Report Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) Don't forget about a 650b Dragon DP, free shipping if you preorder. Definitely going to be some off-season deals. See if you can look at a deal on a Giant XTC Composite 0 (carbon fibre + X0/X9) or Composite 1. If you'e going hardtail, you know you want Ti or CF. Oh, don't forget about Lynskey if you're looking at Ti. They're doing 650b now... but you pay for it. I had a buddy pick up a killer Lynskey for 2700$ with just a few hundred miles on it a few weeks ago on CL. **BRENT** Edited November 14, 2012 by MexicanDragon
aerius Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Don't buy a Lynskey. Them and Litespeed are the only US companies who somehow figured out how to make titanium bikes that cracked apart by the bushel. Not surprising since Lynskey used to run Litespeed. It's also warranty hell when one of their frames cracks apart on you. Friend of mine used to work at a former Lynskey dealer, former because after the cracked frames started coming in for warranties all hell broke loose and they dropped Lynskey since the manufacturer was a bitch to work with. As in badmouthing customers when they ebay'd their frames after they got sick of dealing with broken frames and warranty replacements. If you want a titanium bike you go with Seven Cycles and have them custom build you a Sola SL. Comes with any wheel size you want, built to your body measurements and riding style with no compromises. And they don't break.
tyrion Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 I have already paid for my DeSalvo Ti frame so if I go Ti it will be Desalvo.
boomana Posted November 15, 2012 Author Report Posted November 15, 2012 I just got the word that I won't be on my bike for at least a month.
raffy Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 I just got the word that I won't be on my bike for at least a month. Ugh, sorry to hear about the Vicki, that's truly a bummer. Maybe you can still join us for moral and SAG support for Sebring in December?
boomana Posted November 15, 2012 Author Report Posted November 15, 2012 ^ I think crutching around a moldly hotel while every one else rides will be too depressing. I'm going to stay home this time.
MexicanDragon Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 *hugs* I hate to hear that, V. **BRENT**
HeadphoneAddict Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 I just got the word that I won't be on my bike for at least a month. That peg leg is started to sound pretty good about now... I'm sorry sorry this happened.
Dreadhead Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Sorry Vicki that really blows. This stupid cold has kept me off mine for almost 2 weeks now but it is finally going away I think (I pray). I've gained at least 5 lbs because I'm hungry all the time and if I don't eat I feel like I'm going to pass out. Got word from Calfee that shipping this week was happening but I don't know what form that takes and how long it will take to make it to my shop but I'm guessing it's a week from Cali so maybe it'll get built on Black Friday.
n_maher Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Vicki, that just sucks. This. The weather here has turned cold enough that I'm pretty sure I'm done road riding for the year unless we get some really strange warm snaps. It was 22 when I left this house this morning with forecast daytime highs in the mid 40s. I can still MTB in this weather so I'm hoping to get a few more rides in on the new bike and I mounted the road bike on the trainer last night. I'm currently shoping for an iPad case to mount to my handlebars to fend off extreme boredom. 1
Pars Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Sorry to hear Vicki. I don't blame you for not wanting to hang around a hotel. Best wishes for your recovery!
raffy Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Sorry again about your ankle, Vicki. I didn't realized you're on crutches. The weather here has turned cold enough that I'm pretty sure I'm done road riding for the year unless we get some really strange warm snaps. It was 22 when I left this house this morning with forecast daytime highs in the mid 40s. I can still MTB in this weather so I'm hoping to get a few more rides in on the new bike and I mounted the road bike on the trainer last night. I'm currently shoping for an iPad case to mount to my handlebars to fend off extreme boredom. Nate, I'm also challenged in finding daylight to ride my bike that fits my work schedule during the week so I've resorted to riding my bike on the trainer. I personally recommend getting a few Sufferfest videos as they give you a structured workout and more importantly makes riding on a trainer MUCH less boring and unbearable. I have the Fight Club and There Is No Try videos and I'm probably gonna buy a few more soon. You can even load them to your iPad but I've never done so. I watch them on my TV via my PS3.
Grahame Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Vicki, Sorry to hear about your ankle. Maybe going for the "Day of The Jackal" Option on your crutches would make things more interesting
Torpedo Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Sorry Vicki (((hugs))) your way. Fortunately ankle damage will stand an early biking activity way better than other body parts.
Dreadhead Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 (edited) Shipped yesterday delivery on Wednesday! Edit: Shop thinks they'll be able to build it on Wednesday too. Edited November 15, 2012 by Dreadhead 1
tyrion Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Great news Chris! Can't wait to see pics of it built up.
CD44hi Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 Wow great news Chris! That was super fast. Kudos to your LBS as well for accommodating the build on the same day.
CD44hi Posted November 15, 2012 Report Posted November 15, 2012 I just got the word that I won't be on my bike for at least a month. Major bummer. Sorry to hear this. Here is hoping for the best possible scenario for speedy recovery.
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