Talk me into, or out of, a Ritchey Logic (Update: 1st review pg 5, 2nd Review pg 8)

[tctyres]

Originally Posted by lorenbike

Good to know… I’m 6’3” with long legs and would probably have a lot of exposed post on either the 59 or certainly the 57, even though the reach on the 57 would probably be about right with a normal 110mm stem. I’m not too old either so can ride with some saddle to bar drop but the 59tt is still long. The size chart has me on a 59 though, can anyone comment who’s in the 6’+ crowd?

I'm 6'2" with a 35" inseam (jeans sizing). I had an XL. The 57 would have been too small. Can you work with a 90mm stem?

My opinion was that it was a good bike, but it wasn't the one I reached for. I prefer my CAAD12. It's stable and predictable. It depends on your riding style and how you have it set up. I understand why people love theirs. If it cleared 32s, I probably would have kept it and moved one of my bigger-tired frames.

[mass_biker]

The grey is a slightly older gen (2017?) with clearance for 28c max…frame from TPC. The blue is a newer gen (2020 I think) with clearance for 30c…frame from PL (but apparently TPC and Excel Sports originally). Such capable bikes. Both are “55” Road Logics, which translates pretty handily to a 56ish TT for me.

[ridethecliche]

Originally Posted by .RJ

They're thinner wall / lighter

What does that have to do with stiffness? Again, I'm pretty sure the thomson posts were the stiffest in tests, i.e. more harsh and less comfortable. My suggestion to that poster was to install something with more inherent flex.

[flying]

There was this recent video showing the 2024 Road Logic does in fact accept 32 width Conti 5000 road tires

https://youtu.be/Ypji4il2bU8?t=79

[tctyres]

Originally Posted by flying

There was this recent video showing the 2024 Road Logic does in fact accept 32 width Conti 5000 road tires

https://youtu.be/Ypji4il2bU8?t=79

I had a 2020 disc. 32s didn't fit.

There's no way that's enough clearance. They fit, but riding the bike over light gravel, chip seal, or an unpaved path will kick rocks up and into the space at the rear brake bridge, causing the rear wheel to vibrate and slow down. I've done this, and it does happen. It's unnerving.

It's possible a 2024 disc has different clearance from a 2020. I don't know.

Edit: My other bikes are genuinely rated for 32s but have more clearance than that. I still wouldn't have kept the RoadLogic given what I have, how those bikes are set up, and my riding style. It's nothing against a Ritchey. I like what the Tom and Co do, and I think they are a great value. The Road Logic just isn't for me right now.

[elb1974]

What brake calipers are you using? Look like Shimano. I have aerolink and they are a pain. May swap out. Thanks.
Please Delete. Wrong thread.

[elb1974]

Very nice

[prototoast]

Originally Posted by fourflys

are you also riding a shorter than normal stem on these? Even if I size down, the reach still seems excessive with a 90 or 100mm stem factored in.. at least for me.. A disc Road Logic looks sweet though..

Based on what you've described elsewhere, these bikes just won't work for you. 51 would be the closest size but the stack is just too low for you.

[fourflys]

Originally Posted by prototoast

Based on what you've described elsewhere, these bikes just won't work for you. 51 would be the closest size but the stack is just too low for you.

yeah, I think I've come to the same conclusion.. I think the Soma frames I like are similar as well.. of well

[flying]

Originally Posted by tctyres

It's possible a 2024 disc has different clearance from a 2020. I don't know.

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The shop owner who made that video only rides rim brakes so I am not sure how the disc versions compare

[DrakeRamoray]

The 1x setup on the Road Logic is sweet!!

[Baron Blubba]

Tell me about it. You can take a picture of that thing in front of a toilet and it still looks great. (Photo from the morning ride.)
[IMG]Untitled by Michael Lock, on Flickr[/IMG]

[AngryScientist]

I declare the Baron is an influencer!

[72gmc]

Every thread about Ritcheys makes me want a Ritchey …

[Baron Blubba]

Originally Posted by AngryScientist

I declare the Baron is an influencer!

Hurray! Looking forward to seeing your build and hearing your thoughts!