Sabbath AR-1 Ti

[Soltydog]

Despite the weather, I had quite a few good rides up and down the industrial estate. Spa are going to put a quote together, they don’t stock SRAM so will see what they come back with. They’re not averse to me ordering the groupset and getting delivered to Harrogate

Long chat with the wheel builder, they’ll quote for Kinlin rims and Novatech hubs

I'm guessing you quite liked it then I'm in a position to make a decision & order mine now, how does it compare with Enigma?
The weather wasn't as bad as forecast here, fairly dry cycling into work, & dry home until I had 3 miles to go, then soaked

 

[vickster]

I'm guessing you quite liked it then I'm in a position to make a decision & order mine now, how does it compare with Enigma?
The weather wasn't as bad as forecast here, fairly dry cycling into work, & dry home until I had 3 miles to go, then soaked

It’s really hard to compare to be honest, it’ll end up being 1-1.5k cheaper than an Enigma which has swung it. I can justify 2-2.5k but not 3.5k. Definitely go have a look as you’re fairly local

 

[Soltydog]

It’s really hard to compare to be honest, it’ll end up being 1-1.5k cheaper than an Enigma which has swung it. I can justify 2-2.5k but not 3.5k. Definitely go have a look as you’re fairly local

Reckon for the spec I want the Enigma will be over 4k Not sure Spa will be able to customise to my spec & sizing, but certainly worth a phone call & visit

 

[vickster]

The XL is said to fit up to 6’6

I could afford 4K but not justify it

 

[Soltydog]

The XL is said to fit up to 6’6

I could afford 4K but not justify it

I don't have to justify it although to be fair I've nearly done 4k miles this year, so that's only a pound a mile It'll be my once in a lifetime bike, so don't really want to compromise on my requirements. Does the AR-1 have rear rack mounts? Isn't clear on web & spec doesn't mention it

 

[vickster]

I don't have to justify it although to be fair I've nearly done 4k miles this year, so that's only a pound a mile It'll be my once in a lifetime bike, so don't really want to compromise on my requirements. Does the AR-1 have rear rack mounts? Isn't clear on web & spec doesn't mention it

Yes and would take 32mm tyres with guards

The Enigma Etape has rack mounts too I think. The Guillem not

 

[Soltydog]

Yes and would take 32mm tyres with guards

The Enigma Etape has rack mounts too I think. The Guillem not

Cheers, the Etape does have rack mounts, not sure about the Guillem, not currently on the shortlist, I doubt I'll ever go above 28mm tyres, so most of the options with guards will be fine for me
Might get chance to pop over to Spa end of next week, didn't make it other week due to train guards strike, so I'll have a chat & see what they can do I might order mine before you yet

 

[vickster]

The Guillem doesn’t have mounts

 

[vickster]

AR1 specced, paying deposit tomorrow. Should have in around 2 weeks

 

[stumpy66]

Lots of pics please. I’ve done a fair few miles on my Sabbath and still love it, enjoy.

 

[Soltydog]

AR1 specced, paying deposit tomorrow. Should have in around 2 weeks

Looks like you'll have your new bike before me after all

 

[jowwy]

AR1 specced, paying deposit tomorrow. Should have in around 2 weeks

What you spec'd it with??

 

[vickster]

What you spec'd it with??

Rival and TRP Spyres. Hand built wheels

 

[jowwy]

Rival and TRP Spyres. Hand built wheels

Personally i would have gone hydraulic. But still a nice spec

 

[vickster]

Personally i would have gone hydraulic. But still a nice spec

Fugly hoods and I like crosslever levers