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cnighbor1
02-15-2019, 05:40 PM
what is the built quality of GURU Praemio Ti frames?
anyone own one?
Thanks
charles
Clancy
02-16-2019, 07:52 AM
Used to own one just couple years ago, REALLY liked it. I thought the build quality was excellent, on par with any custom builder. I sold it as it was just a little too big, but I wouldn’t hesitate to buy another - in the right size. If the one I had fit correctly, I’d still have it.
If I remember correctly, it was also lighter than comparable Ti frames.
Guru did spectacular work.
They have re-emerged as T-Lab, check them out. Doing some cutting edge design. Their manipulation of the tubing is impressive.
http://t-lab-bikes.com/
bigman
02-16-2019, 08:36 AM
i stupidly sold mine
Fantastic rig, don’t hesitate!
Gat64
02-16-2019, 11:59 AM
D'oh! Did not see someone already listed T-Lab.
FTI: A lot of the original Guru guys are with an new outfit called T-Lab.
See here: https://t-lab-bikes.com/
One here
https://www.ebay.com/itm/GURU-Praemio-Ti-57cm-frame-and-carbon-fork-Relisted/382789230658?hash=item5920042042:g:kZ4AAOSwLMFcX1W o
There was some internet drama nonsense about the quality of the Ti welds based on some video, but I always found their bikes first rate. Always well made and finished in my experience. Was sad to see them close down.
bitpuddle
02-17-2019, 07:27 AM
I’d agree with the other comments. I was in the process of ordering a custom Praemio disc when they went under. I regret not starting the process earlier. They tended to be quite stiff, so I wouldn’t expect it to be a cruiser. I can’t remember how they offered to tune this on a custom frame (butting, tube selection?), so this particular frame may be different.
My local dealer had a few of them and they were great. I ride with someone who has a somewhat older Praemio and likes it, with no durability issues.
Hilltopperny
02-18-2019, 07:19 PM
I owned the Praemio R version and the build quality was excellent. The R was stiffer, had shorter 1" chainstays compared to the regular Praemio. It was the most responsive titanium frame I've ridden to date.
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StanleySteamer
02-19-2019, 02:18 PM
I have a Guru SVEL' Ti bike (model before the Praemio). The frame has just enough clearance for Conti 28s. I can ride the bike smooth gravel roads. What I like most about the SVEL'Ti is the price of a used frame compared to a Praemio and other high end Ti bikes.
tuxbailey
02-19-2019, 03:28 PM
I owned the Praemio R version and the build quality was excellent. The R was stiffer, had shorter 1" chainstays compared to the regular Praemio. It was the most responsive titanium frame I've ridden to date.
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I bought his bike and I like it. It is stiffer than my Merlin Extralight but it is compliant. Great craftsmanship and beautiful paint job.
If you buy an earlier model with the G-Unit RD Hanger, make sure to buy one from this seller as backup.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Guru-Praemio-Sidero-G-UNIT-derailleur-hanger-UPGRADED/143038384129?hash=item214dc08801:g:eYIAAOSwk9dZm3N D:rk:2:pf:1&frcectupt=true
https://tuxbailey.zenfolio.com/img/s/v-3/p2725277629-5.jpg
m_moses
02-19-2019, 05:51 PM
I've always liked the version that had these seatstays . . .
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