Look 585 v. IF Crown Jewel

[ik2280]

Originally Posted by tumbler

If the IF is a 54-55, PM me. It's very simple.

If the LOOK is a 56 (which is a L, I think) and the IF is too big, it's going to be a 57-58, I bet.

[buddybikes]

get rid of both and get a new custom IF that fits like a glove and has appropriate bells and whistles. Less space, more fun, perfect fit

[Pastashop]

"The bike is slightly adjustable and the body is somewhat adaptable." Forget who said that...

At the same time, a bike that both fits and behaves well – for the kind of riding you do and the kind of rider you are right now – is such a joy...

[soulspinner]

Originally Posted by steveandbarb1

get rid of both and get a new custom IF that fits like a glove and has appropriate bells and whistles. Less space, more fun, perfect fit

Im with THIS

[CaptStash]

Originally Posted by soulspinner

Im with THIS

Lovely thought. No $$ for that! The switch (if I make it) will be revenue neutral!

CaptStash....

[soulspinner]

[CaptStash]

The Look showed up on Friday. I put it together and took it for a short spin this morning. Love the way it handles and llet pretty good on rough pavement. Next I'll see about matching the IF's set-up to the more aggressive set-up on the Look, which is the direction I have been heading.

So far though, I am really liking the Look.

CaptStash....

[mistermo]

Originally Posted by CaptStash

The Look showed up on Friday. I put it together and took it for a short spin this morning. Love the way it handles and llet pretty good on rough pavement. Next I'll see about matching the IF's set-up to the more aggressive set-up on the Look, which is the direction I have been heading.

So far though, I am really liking the Look.

CaptStash....

Saturday: Just got in from a ride on my 585 Ultra. Like it too. Really, I can't see a reason to change bikes, though my eye always wanders.

Sunday edit: Rode today with a guy who's having hip replacement surgery on Wed. We rode about 15mph, pretty slowly. The 585 was twitchy. Rant over.

[sjbraun]

I really like my 585. I can't imagine how modern carbon bikes could be any better. And since I'm quite satisfied with my current bike selection, I don't want to know if a Super Six Evo would make my cycling heart swoon.

[axel23]

585 rules...

[CaptStash]

So here is the latest:

I rode the Look on a 54 mile ride today. did some fast group riding and a little climbing. This bike does very well on rough roads, and handles superbly. I know that some of the beautiful handling is due to my lower COG, but some is clearly a very well designed and executed bike. It is at the very least, on a par with the IF in handling, and certainly "feels" quicker.

As I mentioned above, the next step will be to significantly adjust my set-up on the IF. The Look is set with a lot of saddle to bar drop, which is something I have been creeping up to and am now realizing feels pretty danged good.

As of today though, it looks like the IF's days are numbered....