New bike, new bike, new bike, new bike

[HumpTdumpty]

Can relate to that - mid 50s first new bike I’ve had in over 30+ yrs love it what a difference - Ribble staff were class

Did I mention that I had a new bike? Well I do. Have a new bike, I mean. I really like posting those words. New bike New to me anyway.

I posted a quick pic yesterday of Eric, the new Planet X XLS Carbon CX bike. He's second hand and was originally owned by a young man who went off cycling despite his Dad buying a rather sexy bike.
Anyway, the decals were a bit naff and looked like something had rubbed up against them at the bottom, where th bike was stored, so I whipped them off today. I have replaced the bar tape with something loud and obnoxious. I know most people will hate it but I love it. I am wondering if I can find a loud, green (comfy) saddle to go with.

I was surprised how quick he is, compared to my old Spesh MTB, he handles much better too and stops really well. Pics below.


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Showing pretty Carbon pattern. The lacquer isn't lifting, it's the way that the camera flash caught it.
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[Bollo]

Old thread, old thread, old thread…..

 

[Saluki]

Can relate to that - mid 50s first new bike I’ve had in over 30+ yrs love it what a difference - Ribble staff were class

Lovely bike there.

I have since sold Eric the PX CX, to my cousin’s girlfriend. Mostly as I bought my Genesis and still ride that in preference of everything else.