New Bike Time

[MrRidley]

Here it is, sold my Giant to help fund it, although got a cracking deal from the LBS,

 

[HLaB]

Nice one Jim Ive got a c2c frames, they are supposed to be a bit more relaxed than the b4p frames but they are certainly no slouches although they are comfortable, enjoy

 

[Coco]

Very nice looking bike Jim, but I'm confused.
I know I've been offline for a wee bit, but didn't you get a Ridley coz the Bianchi's weren't in stock? Or is this ANOTHER new bike?

Look forward to seeing this one in the flesh.


PS How long before someone comments on the Shimano

 

[MrRidley]

Very nice looking bike Jim, but I'm confused.
I know I've been offline for a wee bit, but didn't you get a Ridley coz the Bianchi's weren't in stock? Or is this ANOTHER new bike?

Look forward to seeing this one in the flesh.


PS How long before someone comments on the Shimano

Aye it's a new bike, the LBS knew i was after one, they gave me a call offered me a great deal because it was the last one and it's time for 2011 bikes to start arriving, so couldn't refuse the price i was offered, sold my Giant Defy, which leaves me with the Ridley and now the Bianchi.

 

[montage]

lush

 

[jayonabike]

very nice

 

[JimtheScot]

there is something really classy about Bianchi. One day i will own one. But not today!

 

[Peter10]

O snap I have the same bike, except I'm guessing you changed the bar tape and took off the standard saddle?

I've had a few people say Sora parts are rubbish and what not but I can't complain. The only thing is sometimes I wish it was 10 speed rather than 9, just need that extra gear sometimes, but other than that it is a top bike. I'll be looking for some new wheels soon though. Someone on this forum worked out for me they are about 1.8-2kg the pair, so I could save some weight and get something a bit more suitable.

I'm looking for a new saddle at the moment as the longer rides (15 miles +) start to hurt.

I really like the bike myself how have you got on with it so far?

 

[chris-s]

Very nice. Myself and a mate got the same bike, tho in white with Tiagra gear last month and love them.

Chris

 

[MrRidley]

O snap I have the same bike, except I'm guessing you changed the bar tape and took off the standard saddle?

I've had a few people say Sora parts are rubbish and what not but I can't complain. The only thing is sometimes I wish it was 10 speed rather than 9, just need that extra gear sometimes, but other than that it is a top bike. I'll be looking for some new wheels soon though. Someone on this forum worked out for me they are about 1.8-2kg the pair, so I could save some weight and get something a bit more suitable.

I'm looking for a new saddle at the moment as the longer rides (15 miles +) start to hurt.

I really like the bike myself how have you got on with it so far?

No didn't change anything, that's exactly how the bike came from the shop, found it to be very comfortable, good to ride, haven't done much/any hill work yet to see how the gearing is, spend most of the time in the big ring anyway (50) as i find the small one (34) to be just a little to small, the wheels do concern me though, as someone who is a touch overweight, the 28 spokes don't really have my full confidence.

 

[e-rider]

I agree that the 34t is only useful going up hill. I chnaged mine to a 39t which made it useable on the flat but still small enough for hills

I'm fat and my RS10 wheels only have 20/24 spokes - no problems at all.

 

[MrRidley]

I agree that the 34t is only useful going up hill. I chnaged mine to a 39t which made it useable on the flat but still small enough for hills

I'm fat and my RS10 wheels only have 20/24 spokes - no problems at all.

That's what i was trying not to say, but it makes me feel better if i lie about it.

 

[eldudino]

Very nice bike is that. Looks like there might be a need for another CC ride to have a look at it.




No falling off though!