Titanium love [Archive] - The Paceline Forum

d_douglas

12-20-2015, 12:10 AM

I know we have lotsa ti love here, but I've just got to say there's nothing like a plain old ti frame for looking beautiful. Patina only makes it better.

I commute on a redline ti cyclocross bike and for a change, I bought a super cheap Raleigh touring frame. I built it up and now I have my bare redline just sitting there, so I took a soapy cloth and gave it a bath. There's something so nice about an unpainted, rustproof, light, level top tubed frame :).

I suspect that the Raleigh won't last long and I will go back to my first love...

eddief

12-20-2015, 12:18 AM

and rides like no other. My Carver is hands down numero uno out there in the garage.

yashcha

12-20-2015, 12:48 AM

for the first couple of rides, I'm thinking, is my tire flat? So smooth.

Kirk Pacenti

12-20-2015, 07:51 AM

Jeff N.

12-20-2015, 07:54 AM

I must agree. Ti still rules.

d_douglas

12-20-2015, 09:07 AM

Yes, the bar is a new thing. I actually like it, but my guess is that I will switch back to drop bars .

I tried 45mm knobbies in the dropouts and they fit, but not enough clearance. The Iglehwart fork has tons of clearance.

berserk87

12-20-2015, 09:28 AM

What about the patina you are referring to? I have never noticed this on a Ti bike, and I can't tell from the pic that there is any color change.

I have a Lynskey Helix and have not noticed any oxidation. You have me curious now, dude.

tuscanyswe

12-20-2015, 09:36 AM

tv_vt

12-20-2015, 09:57 AM

I must agree. Ti still rules.

Have to agree, too. Fantastic material for a bike. Love mine.

And can't wait for "the one" that's on order to arrive. :)

rePhil

12-20-2015, 10:01 AM

I found my used Moots here years ago. I will never willingly part with it.

eBAUMANN

12-20-2015, 10:07 AM

love the look of the fork on that redline...care to share the deets? kinda looks like an igleheart from where I'm sitting...

tuscanyswe

12-20-2015, 10:11 AM

Thats some very sharp eyes you got there Eric. I believe he did have an igleheart fork a while ago so it must be this one.

mhespenheide

12-20-2015, 10:12 AM

For years, my #1 was a ti LeMond Victoire. Two winters ago I bought a Cervelo R3 to follow the siren song of carbon. It's an amazing bike that loves to be ridden fast, but nine times out of ten I'm still reaching for the LeMond. I need to sell the R3, 'cause I don't ride it enough to justify keeping it...

ispy

12-20-2015, 10:13 AM

Looks great with the shiny fenders and black steel fork. The steel probably feels better for commuting too.

What's the gearing setup btw?

eBAUMANN

12-20-2015, 10:24 AM

Thats some very sharp eyes you got there Eric. I believe he did have an igleheart fork a while ago so it must be this one.

Ive got a similar (canti) version on my own commuter (not ti), so I've got an eye for em ;)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/709/23869620205_ab9ed47a50_c.jpg

wgp

12-20-2015, 12:30 PM

Bought my Vamoots here in the classifieds some years ago, and just added an RSL (which I pick up from Marle this coming Tuesday)! Do I like Ti? You bet I do!

[Added] Here's the RSL, which I just picked up from my mechanic today. Hung a collection of 10 spd Record/Chorus parts. 'Scuse the rear light; meant to take a "clean" photo before I put the rear light on!

thwart

12-20-2015, 12:54 PM

Just got back into the Ti owner's club.

Going to be the gravel/snow/rain/you name it bike. Truly multi-purpose; can even be a half-way decent road bike from what I've heard.

Had to hang a few parts on it... just because... :D

PacNW2Ford

12-20-2015, 03:01 PM

for the first couple of rides, I'm thinking, is my tire flat? So smooth.

Maybe you should put the wheel on?

berserk87

12-20-2015, 03:55 PM

Have you not noticed how the finish get darker with time? I prefer the aged brushed finish as its not as shiny.

Thats a really nice bike btw! and i agree, can't really beat titanium bikes for versatility.

I have not noticed this. I may have to refer to some pics I have of the initial build.

kmac

12-20-2015, 04:47 PM

every day on a ti bike is a good day!
i guess you could remove the word "ti" from that sentence, and it would still be true...

so i guess for me, it's the time after i get off the ti bike -- when i don't feel like i've just been pummeled in a fight -- that's what i love about mine.

panache_mode

12-20-2015, 05:46 PM

I've had mine for some time now and it by far my favorite and most used bike.

http://i.imgur.com/WEHj6pq.jpg?1 (http://imgur.com/WEHj6pq)

d_douglas

12-20-2015, 07:24 PM

Ive got a similar (canti) version on my own commuter (not ti), so I've got an eye for em ;)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/709/23869620205_ab9ed47a50_c.jpg

Yes, the fork is an Igleheart. It is very elegant looking, esp as a disc fork.

The patina is just the general wear and polishing of the frame from cable rub, grit, etc. mine is a polished frame and it is dulling over time, not to mention a few dings from a previous life as a race bike when it belonged to th previous owner.

93legendti

12-20-2015, 07:50 PM

2 Serotta Ti bikes here- Concours and a Hors CX. My favorite bike frame material...

Hilltopperny

12-20-2015, 08:12 PM

Big fan of ti bikes as well. Picked up a lightly used 99 concours and did my first 100 mile ride on it. I love my steel bikes as well but ti is an excellent frame material and I don't mind taking it out in the elements. It is in my top 3 favorite bikes and a keeper. I have a lynskey built litespeed as well but the serotta is just so smooth in comparison that I put it up on ebay. The pic of my concours is from the day I bought it. It now has a green brooks b17 special and bar tape.

verbs4us

12-21-2015, 07:43 AM

Took delivery last week of this new Firefly, which was bare Ti. Then I drafted behind a line-painting truck and Lo! There was suddenly yellow everywhere.

tv_vt

12-21-2015, 08:09 AM

Pic of current ti fav.

blano

01-04-2016, 05:44 AM

That's a commuter with the igleheart fork, ooph!!!

adrien

01-04-2016, 08:17 AM

New to this Ti thing. Love the finish and the ride of this, though.

velomonkey

01-04-2016, 08:55 AM

Did someone say Ti and love?????

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8806/17853415140_5b03ea3ff9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tcDqjq)DSC_0858 (https://flic.kr/p/tcDqjq)

fuzzalow

01-04-2016, 11:02 AM

This works for me because of the synergy between the

titanium material which makes for the fantastic feel of the frame feedback through the contact points,
the craft and knowledge of Kent Eriksen who designed the geometry to accommodate my fit & position numbers in making a "telepathic" ;) handling bike, and
the custom long 'n' low geometry so I can ride this bike perched atop it like a lump of jello - the legs do the work and everything else is just taggin' along for the ride

http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UYWiqNQtSIQ/VXCFBNkh4yI/AAAAAAAAA1Y/o4FjE16c9m8/s1024-no/dsc00919.jpg

avalonracing

01-04-2016, 11:08 AM

My very clean Seven.

Climb01742

01-04-2016, 11:10 AM

New to this Ti thing. Love the finish and the ride of this, though.

How do you like your November wheels? They look great on your rig.

pinoymamba

01-04-2016, 11:20 AM

This works for me because of the synergy between the

my favorite ti bike of ALL time. i love the contact points. i think i've asked this before but do you have any photos of you on the rig?

weisan

01-04-2016, 11:24 AM

My merlin takes me to places where I don't normally go on my road bike...

http://www.alicehui.com/pics/Merlin/IMG_3892_1000x.jpg

http://alicehui.com/bike/misc/merlin1.jpg

http://alicehui.com/bike/misc/merlin2.jpg (https://vimeo.com/150019433)

https://vimeo.com/150019433

joosttx

01-04-2016, 11:27 AM

th_boone

01-04-2016, 11:29 AM

This thread is awesome. Carry on..

AngryScientist

01-04-2016, 11:46 AM

titanium does not suck.

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-541S5a2jlI4/VUJ1w6Ydn3I/AAAAAAAACBo/nYy8lyScYP8/s1200/IMG_0688.JPG

fuzzalow

01-04-2016, 11:48 AM

my favorite ti bike of ALL time. i love the contact points. i think i've asked this before but do you have any photos of you on the rig?

This is all I have, I don't have action shots riding this bike although I have been photographed many times by tourists in Central Park where I squeeze in the laps, time permitting. The off-tourist season is among the nicest times to ride in CP and works OK for in rebuilding vascularity and what little base I've got because the riding intensity is fairly low. Hot laps in the Park is dangerous, irresponsible and gives cyclists a bad reputation.

BTW, the photo was meant to illustrate that if you setup correctly in fit & position, you can comfortably ride as much drop as you want and need without tearing up your spinal discs in doing so.

http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J8l_tTnyqM8/VNGQWYFTNSI/AAAAAAAAAyU/iBfCFDnEoZs/s1024-no/fuzz-drops-eriksen.jpg

Please pardon the thread drift everyone. At least the bike in this photo is Ti.

Curve_in

01-04-2016, 12:09 PM

I've had this frame for a month and it's fantastic! Super smooth and accurate at the same time. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160104/fa9646004dad1037e270d14036843eef.jpg

Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

Ianus

01-04-2016, 12:30 PM

http://abload.de/img/img_79578zpte.jpg (http://abload.de/image.php?img=img_79578zpte.jpg)

http://abload.de/img/p1050502d3uko.jpg (http://abload.de/image.php?img=p1050502d3uko.jpg)

http://abload.de/img/img_0012miu7d.jpg (http://abload.de/image.php?img=img_0012miu7d.jpg)

laupsi

01-04-2016, 12:47 PM

My very clean Seven.

that is Saweeet!

adrien

01-04-2016, 12:53 PM

How do you like your November wheels? They look great on your rig.

Thanks. Ridden them about 60 miles so far -- they are on loan from a friend while I figure out whether and which 50mm carbon wheels. I like them so far. It's like having a tailwind, and they make a great sound -- additional speed is noticeable the most in rolling terrain, as you sweep from a quick descent to a quick climb -- they seem to carry you another 2-3 seconds. Very stiff, braking much better than I had feared, and comfy. They are reasonably light.

Odd thing is how planted they feel, almost as if there were a very heavy iron ball at the road level rolling within the tire. A very cool feeling. They have a little less snap than my allow wheels and braking is to be thought about, but in general I'm leaning towards them.

Will try a set of demo Enve 4.5 SES next.

KF9YR

01-04-2016, 03:25 PM

Love me some titanium

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1696/23795307010_0fc0dbfed1_c.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/632/23388731429_854de2b804_c.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/707/21874619018_b055c42920_c.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/715/22389196850_1628c42e20_c.jpg

Where is this? That trail from the first picture looks awesome!

To keep on topic I have a Ti cross bike, two Ti MTB but not sure the Ottrott qualifies with the carbon tubes.

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Ianus

01-04-2016, 03:46 PM

but not sure the Ottrott qualifies with the carbon tubes.

So what.... :cool:

http://abload.de/img/img_00169jsni.jpg (http://abload.de/image.php?img=img_00169jsni.jpg)

pinoymamba

01-04-2016, 04:07 PM

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5818/22976862353_de27faf2db_z_d.jpg

the most recent build. debating if i want to waste money on race wheels or race registration fees... :(

wc1934

01-04-2016, 04:27 PM

Not trying to change directions - keep the pictures coming - but,
I want an Italian Ti bike!!!!!!
Any suggestions?

fuzzalow

01-04-2016, 04:47 PM

the most recent build. debating if i want to waste money on race wheels or race registration fees... :(

A lovely Moots. Sized to the maximum minimalist, almost like packaging for a Formula1 car!

Good for you if you ride that setup! I know I couldn't do it on a stock frame 'cos to go small enough frame-wise to get the bars low enough makes the toptube too short and the seattube too steep. Even before I went to custom-only geometries, I'd been riding 13 and 14 centimeter stems all my life.

krhea

01-04-2016, 05:09 PM

Certified ti lover here...Current stable minus a pic of my Serotta Legend. The Merlin pictured now belongs to a forum member.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/12197653814_9471b74af6_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/jzSaw7)IMG_0964 (https://flic.kr/p/jzSaw7) by KRhea FrzFrmFoto (https://www.flickr.com/photos/krheapvpics/), on Flickr

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5742/21914456288_597fcec5fe_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zovjnf)IMG_7239 (https://flic.kr/p/zovjnf) by KRhea FrzFrmFoto (https://www.flickr.com/photos/krheapvpics/), on Flickr

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2924/14031805173_0624ec43ef_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nnWEPp)IMG_3825 (https://flic.kr/p/nnWEPp) by KRhea FrzFrmFoto (https://www.flickr.com/photos/krheapvpics/), on Flickr

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RyanH

01-04-2016, 05:15 PM

My most recent one:

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/603/22425925306_e9853f7147_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/AaGJhA)

Before it got new decals and a few parts. A business trip to Bufallo:

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3672/18757970249_336b6090b3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/uzzv3a)

My first one went with me on my honeymoon:

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5461/17953379385_72d9900f4f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tmtLcT)

drewellison

01-04-2016, 05:18 PM

Not trying to change directions - keep the pictures coming - but,
I want an Italian Ti bike!!!!!!
Any suggestions?

With some die cut vinyl letters, you can turn many Ti bikes into Italian bikes. Just add "elli" or and "ci" or maybe "gni" to the end.

"Here's my Mootselli. It's Italian!"
"Nice Sevenelli. It must be Italian."
"Beautiful Mosiacci."
"I love the way my Italian Serottagni rides."
"My Hampstenelli is a real climber."

Climb01742

01-04-2016, 05:18 PM

Thanks. Ridden them about 60 miles so far -- they are on loan from a friend while I figure out whether and which 50mm carbon wheels. I like them so far. It's like having a tailwind, and they make a great sound -- additional speed is noticeable the most in rolling terrain, as you sweep from a quick descent to a quick climb -- they seem to carry you another 2-3 seconds. Very stiff, braking much better than I had feared, and comfy. They are reasonably light.

Odd thing is how planted they feel, almost as if there were a very heavy iron ball at the road level rolling within the tire. A very cool feeling. They have a little less snap than my allow wheels and braking is to be thought about, but in general I'm leaning towards them.

Will try a set of demo Enve 4.5 SES next.

Thanks for taking the time to write a very helpful reply. I've heard good things about November's wheels. Trying to decide whether to try their alloy or carbon wheels. It will be interesting for you to see how the Novembers stack up against the Enve...bit of a price delta.:D

adrien

01-04-2016, 05:49 PM

Thanks for taking the time to write a very helpful reply. I've heard good things about November's wheels. Trying to decide whether to try their alloy or carbon wheels. It will be interesting for you to see how the Novembers stack up against the Enve...bit of a price delta.:D

Yup. The big question is will they feel like twice the wheels, or better enough to cover the delta. Novembers feel great, and the company -- from my interactions and two friends who have them -- seems great. I'm all for the small local business. I just might want the Enves enough.

soulspinner

01-04-2016, 09:10 PM

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5818/22976862353_de27faf2db_z_d.jpg

the most recent build. debating if i want to waste money on race wheels or race registration fees... :(

Hell ya :hello:

rounder

01-04-2016, 09:17 PM

Kelly Bedford bike. It is painted but I still like it.

cmg

01-04-2016, 10:41 PM

The Serotta is a fav. Every time i ride the Kish i'm surprised. too cool.

bobdenver1961

01-04-2016, 11:58 PM

Here is my Serotta Classique. Great ride. Just got some clipless pedals.

blano

01-05-2016, 12:08 AM

That litespeed with the blue highlights is super smooth, ti just looks so cool...one day!

jmikeq

01-05-2016, 06:51 AM

Here's mine.

http://s23.postimg.org/6nhaf8wnv/image.jpg

soulspinner

01-05-2016, 07:06 AM

With some die cut vinyl letters, you can turn many Ti bikes into Italian bikes. Just add "elli" or and "ci" or maybe "gni" to the end.

"Here's my Mootselli. It's Italian!"
"Nice Sevenelli. It must be Italian."
"Beautiful Mosiacci."
"I love the way my Italian Serottagni rides."
"My Hampstenelli is a real climber."

Worked in a bike shop where they told the story of an old Italian gent that said he would never ride Duraci(dura ace).............

Lionel

01-05-2016, 07:14 AM

What's not to love

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/430/20215247226_a1cde8450d_h.jpg

Lionel

01-05-2016, 07:15 AM

Where is this? That trail from the first picture looks awesome!

marin

maverick_1

01-05-2016, 09:01 AM

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5738/23669484696_819e3ab3d2_b.jpg

SBash

01-25-2016, 06:45 PM

Oldie but Goodie

Tickdoc

01-25-2016, 08:03 PM

Finally get to play. I christen thee....the mullet......all business up front, all party in the back.:banana:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/Handgod/882FF3B6-9EB6-41CD-B125-3FEB7A29DE6D_zps6hxrlmob.jpg

AngryScientist

01-25-2016, 08:07 PM

what on earth is that thing growing on your seatpost?

Tickdoc

01-26-2016, 05:13 AM

what on earth is that thing growing on your seatpost?

That, my friend is the Donald Trump of saddles...no, it's my spirit animal, my totem, my inspiration.:D

It does kinda look like roadkill.....which gives me another idea:rolleyes:

oldpotatoe

01-26-2016, 06:49 AM

That, my friend is the Donald Trump of saddles...no, it's my spirit animal, my totem, my inspiration.:D

It does kinda look like roadkill.....which gives me another idea:rolleyes:

So it's a PITA??:eek:

Highpowernut

01-26-2016, 06:58 AM

1697914042
Love it , finally got it finished. Had to save for the wheels.
Rides great, probably never get rid of it.

tigoat

01-26-2016, 08:00 AM

fuzzylow, what's up with the shyness? Man up and show it all:D. By the way, your back is at an angle, it's not quite flat:D, what's up with that?

tigoat

01-26-2016, 08:09 AM

my favorite ti bike of ALL time. i love the contact points. i think i've asked this before but do you have any photos of you on the rig?

Okay he posted his photo per your request, it is only fair if we can see a photo of yours.

Black Dog

01-26-2016, 08:12 AM

Any guesses as to who made my Ti bike?

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac209/BlackDogryka/Bike/file_zpsc9c0600f.jpg (http://s900.photobucket.com/user/BlackDogryka/media/Bike/file_zpsc9c0600f.jpg.html)

stien

01-26-2016, 08:56 AM

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5818/22976862353_de27faf2db_z_d.jpg

the most recent build. debating if i want to waste money on race wheels or race registration fees... :(

I would say just race, forego the wheels.

I'd love to try riding something that small. I've got tiny legs and a long torso and I can see it working.

Mikej

01-26-2016, 10:09 AM

Force

01-26-2016, 10:51 AM

Just recently got into the Ti game.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/533/19647076325_6a880c2875_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/vW9pig)

velofinds

01-26-2016, 11:58 AM

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5818/22976862353_de27faf2db_z_d.jpg

I like this -- please keep me in mind if you ever decide to sell ;)

tuscanyswe

01-26-2016, 12:04 PM

Lynskey

Hmm i was gonna say Litespeed but i guess thats more or less the same.

You are not giving us a lot to go on in that pic beside the shaped down tube and welds. What is it?

one60

01-26-2016, 12:32 PM

work in progress...

Black Dog

01-26-2016, 01:32 PM

Lynskey

So very close, it is Litespeed after Lynskey sold it to ABG. They can still make Ti bikes contrary to a lot of popular "opinion". Still, you get two and a half points! :banana:

Hmm i was gonna say Litespeed but i guess thats more or less the same.

You are not giving us a lot to go on in that pic beside the shaped down tube and welds. What is it?

Ohh, 3 points for you and a high five for effort! :D We have a serious brain trust on this forum.

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac209/BlackDogryka/Bike/file_zps15b85287.jpg (http://s900.photobucket.com/user/BlackDogryka/media/Bike/file_zps15b85287.jpg.html)

tuscanyswe

01-26-2016, 01:38 PM

So very close, it is Litespeed after Lynskey sold it to ABG. They can still make Ti bikes contrary to a lot of popular "opinion". Still, you get two and a half points! :banana:

We have a winner :banana:

Andreas

01-26-2016, 02:39 PM

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/618/22916098111_1110633f88_b.jpg

weightshift

01-26-2016, 03:16 PM

My kind of thread. I've loved ti for ages and had my first ti frame via a used Seven. I moved back to steel for a bit after that, but recently had to return. I love the material, has such a nice feel.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1593/24550630481_d3e8af641d_b.jpg

Mzilliox

01-26-2016, 03:18 PM

bloody sunday

01-26-2016, 04:53 PM

Love me some titanium

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/715/22389196850_1628c42e20_c.jpg

I recognize the backdrop - AC photoshoot?

teleguy57

01-26-2016, 05:15 PM

Thanks for the excuse to post a photo of my Hampsten ti GP:) FWIW, the Spec Power saddle didn't do what I wanted it to, so I'm back with a white saddle -- matching curtain and drapes...

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/dhfiql4gm2JUHJooCLax3l4FuQjGg5be25-aZ1IdkO9ruPm2XhYE2CNgXAUeVWUZ3u3cI8R9dvZLzRoCnWdjY 3E8q2fTGk3htzECx4arpBvq4xb3RMfc5a1r3Mm8nwl3CCueda1 Vic75WAhD2ex8j_DVkKaaGncgfXQOrNVyXNA5ubHG5aTDnQTt8 l3RskZdbp-pXC3exYP3CJZD3NnOp3Vys_OvXm0MYHVBdC_JmWMkH7j1mIyyX 5uVBacSBxmEdpJ9bfSncCir0k7ovCG5mvxre4pooCSTFUltuxc Azl-5NmQTbN47YebMO8J88MZwGgo9Rtrki_YhVgLzp12yU2Zej18jH RCzzCWYxr72VbgkgsBAqzWRLVC0Cyu4vp9JJn-ZOmdiyVLhxvILXVpCYTvWaEtL4LeWpG_2Jiw8JWgE9G4XdIEQk C2wSij40-Uq3pxS9P3rD1vy0KBAvH_0LIzK7a6OpmIzy3DkEvUZfvbrKlmU 47bMxYWAHriWsBVHAfwka0VNdYPD2026430RpkA32omx7MkKll 8U9JBd6no5gEiJC5OLE17gFCfxAxkOGAl2=w1402-h955-no

velomonkey

01-26-2016, 05:16 PM

That Hampsten is ballers (well, lots of bikes on this thread are). But the attention to detail on the handlebar wrap end tape and the spacers - I applaud you dear, sir.

teleguy57

01-26-2016, 05:20 PM

That Hampsten is ballers (well, lots of bikes on this thread are). But the attention to detail on the handlebar wrap end tape and the spacers - I applaud you dear, sir.

Thanks! My version of Billy Crystal's Fernando "it is much better to look good than to feel good" is "when you are too fat to climb at least your bikes better look good..." Truth.

pinoymamba

01-26-2016, 07:07 PM

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1570/24446964595_06d3630c03_z_d.jpg

is this classified as vintage now?

mod6

01-26-2016, 08:12 PM

http://i1275.photobucket.com/albums/y446/K2razorback/Eriksen/IMG_5934_zpsh5fzqv5v.jpg (http://s1275.photobucket.com/user/K2razorback/media/Eriksen/IMG_5934_zpsh5fzqv5v.jpg.html)

http://i1275.photobucket.com/albums/y446/K2razorback/Eriksen/IMG_5187_zps77828cf8.jpg (http://s1275.photobucket.com/user/K2razorback/media/Eriksen/IMG_5187_zps77828cf8.jpg.html)

molly47

01-26-2016, 08:59 PM

Waiting for Sram Etap

JMacII

01-26-2016, 10:29 PM

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/26/679af67dabc4029948ef13d7e9496e05.jpg

My Kish.

joosttx

01-26-2016, 11:25 PM

I recognize the backdrop - AC photoshoot?

Yes. It's AC. They balance the bikes nicely.

Waiting for Sram Etap

Hydro etap????

ajhapps

01-27-2016, 03:33 AM

Edit - weird, can't post a photo that was already posted in another thread?

molly47

01-27-2016, 09:54 PM

Yes. It's AC. They balance the bikes nicely.

Hydro etap????

no have to run mechanical brakes for now.

Mzilliox

03-11-2016, 08:56 AM

Waiting for Sram Etap

thats outstanding!:eek:

dzxc

03-11-2016, 09:00 AM

Oh, yeah, forgot about this thread, which is what inspired me to pick up a titanium bike. Here she is, more pics in the Custom Bikes thread here (http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=183254). The only change I decided to make is to add a Brooks Cambium C13 saddle, which should arrive today! Will post updated pics to that thread when it's added.

http://i.imgur.com/vkhUqH7.jpg

tuscanyswe

03-11-2016, 09:23 AM

Soon!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1466/25306909715_33582dca68_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Eyhwzz)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Eyhwzz) by Björn Lundquist (https://www.flickr.com/photos/35497133@N04/), on Flickr

merlinmurph

03-11-2016, 11:37 AM

@tuscany: What year is that Merlin Ex? Wondering if it's a Cambridge frame. Looks like the headtube is >1" so I'm not sure.

Very nice.

AngryScientist

03-11-2016, 11:41 AM

@tuscany: What year is that Merlin Ex? Wondering if it's a Cambridge frame. Looks like the headtube is >1" so I'm not sure.

Very nice.

i was wondering the same! looks good!

tuscanyswe

03-11-2016, 12:05 PM

Looks great partially build up, I'm positively surprised :)

Its actually a 44mm headtube from the extralight series launched in 2013, not sure what year this is tho. These frames went a bit under the radar can't imagine they sold many at all. Believe these were made by form cycles. Really looking forward to trying it out in a week or so. Im bit worried bout the pf bottom bracket tho but hopefully no creaks. Haven't decided if i should install the bb with loctite from the start of try without and hope for the best..