decision, decisions - genisis equlibrium frameset.

[fossala]

Yes, that frame will cost you around 2k...
The 853 is the same geometry as the normal equilibrium but with an upgraded tubing and steel forks. IIRC it's costing 750, I'm very tempted.

 

[samsbike]

Yes, that frame will cost you around 2k...
The 853 is the same geometry as the normal equilibrium but with an upgraded tubing and steel forks. IIRC it's costing 750, I'm very tempted.

I hear it is, but then we will soon find out.

If you are still hell bent on steel,
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/jamis/eclipse-2012-road-bike-ec031757

is bloody lovely, as I have seen in at the Evans in oxford circus. I would have this instead of the van nic with some lovely new wheels.

 

[jowwy]

think im gonna go with the van nick - but full 105 rather than ultegra, less expensive to change in future due to wear and tear........just means i'll up the spec a little on the finishing kit

 

[jowwy]

I hear it is, but then we will soon find out.

If you are still hell bent on steel,
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/jamis/eclipse-2012-road-bike-ec031757

is bloody lovely, as I have seen in at the Evans in oxford circus. I would have this instead of the van nic with some lovely new wheels.

nope - its a compact, need triple - see sig

 

[fossala]

May I ask what the bikes use is going to be?

 

[samsbike]

Aha but you have budget left over to get it changed

 

[jowwy]

May I ask what the bikes use is going to be?

weekend rides of 50 to 100 miles, sportives

commuting will be on the newly purchased norco nitro 9.1 29er

 

[jowwy]

Aha but you have budget left over to get it changed

still need to factor in saddle, bas, seatpost, stem and builders cost

 

[uphillstruggler]

Genesis 853 off the rack

Try it

You know it makes sense. If I had the dough

 

[uphillstruggler]

Yes, that frame will cost you around 2k...
The 853 is the same geometry as the normal equilibrium but with an upgraded tubing and steel forks. IIRC it's costing 750, I'm very tempted.

So would I be. Mine is the equilibrium 20 and I love it. great bike with classic leanings

If I did have the money though, I might be tempted with the genesis Madison team bike. Lovely

 

[Fab Foodie]

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

Hi Jay
I'd be interested in hearing more, it's top of my shortlist as is the Van Nic Ventus and possibly some steelies .....

 

[vickster]

Condor frames are pretty sexy

http://www.condorcycles.com/our-bikes

 

[GrumpyGregry]

There are no eyelets at the top to attach the rack to the seat stays.

Aha, now I get you.

Seatpost clamp mount or brake bridge are options though.

 

[fossala]

Aha, now I get you.

Seatpost clamp mount or brake bridge are options though.

Yeah, things like p-clips would work, but I'm not too sure I want to use them going touring with heavy loads. But that's not what the equilibrium was made for anyway.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Yeah, things like p-clips would work, but I'm not too sure I want to use them going touring with heavy loads. But that's not what the equilibrium was made for anyway.

We are on the same page I think. Single eyelets at the bottom, P-clips, brake bridge brackets a la my tubus fly, and seat post mounts (as used on the road.cc equilibrium 853) are fine, ime, for light- and credit card-touring. For heavy touring? You need a proper touring bike.