decision, decisions - genisis equlibrium frameset.

[jowwy]

ok - its all change again - SWMBO has ordered me to treat myself, budget is now 2k plus cost of handbuilt wheels from dcr

so i think a van nik with full 105 groupset is being order in 10days time

 

[fossala]

ok - its all change again - SWMBO has ordered me to treat myself, budget is now 2k plus cost of handbuilt wheels from dcr

so i think a van nik with full 105 groupset is being order in 10days time

You thought about going hand built for that price? You could get something made for you to your specs.

 

[jowwy]

You thought about going hand built for that price? You could get something made for you to your specs.

wouldnt know where to start looking fossala - and how long would it take to have one built

 

[fossala]

Depending on who you choose. Have a look at some of these UK makers.

Mercian - http://www.merciancycles.co.uk
Bob Jackson - http://www.bobjacksoncycles.co.uk/default.php
Roberts - http://www.robertscycles.com/
Brian Rourke - http://www.brianrourke.co.uk/
Woodrup - http://woodrupcycles.com/

I would kill for a woodrup. Give them a call explain your situation and what you want, they should be able to inform you.

 

[uphillstruggler]

that is a nice postition to be in, i dont think i would be hurrying into a decision. the hand built option could be a good project.

best of luck with this and keep everyone informed.

 

[jowwy]

Going Van Nichols Ventus

Frame, fork and headset - 1k
Full Ultegra triple Groupset - £535
Dcr Handbuilt wheels - Approx £250

so far thats 1785 - just need to decide on the stem, handlebars, seat post and saddle

 

[fossala]

You thought about test riding one? 2k is a lot to drop just from looking at pictures.

 

[jowwy]

You thought about test riding one? 2k is a lot to drop just from looking at pictures.

yeh gonna test ride one first before i hit the buy button

 

[uphillstruggler]

that is a good looking bike

 

[jayonabike]

If your going Ti have a look at Enigma bikes. I have the Echo and absolutely love it

 

[jowwy]

If your going Ti have a look at Enigma bikes. I have the Echo and absolutely love it

hi jay

they are a tad over budget

 

[fossala]

853 equilibrium is out at the end of the month, or so my LBS says.

 

[jowwy]

853 equilibrium is out at the end of the month, or so my LBS says.

is that steel fossala???

 

[fossala]

Yes, 853 reynolds steel.
EDIT: from what I have rode, steel beats titanium. Ti is to springy, but I'm sure that was just the frameset.

 

[jowwy]

Yes, 853 reynolds steel.
EDIT: from what I have rode, steel beats titanium. Ti is to springy, but I'm sure that was just the frameset.

just been on their website and its saying volare 953