My apologies to those that stop by the site to view my ramblings from time to time. I’ve been sadly neglecting my literary musings. Things in all areas have been extremely in the last few weeks and then we had the big O thing going on, which I must confess to very much enjoying. While I’ve got more to do than ever, at least there is now a little more organization starting to shine through. I’m also a bit bummed because I was to go the Track Worlds in Copenhagen at month’s end with the National Team but can’t get out of here now….booked solid. Can’t imagine Canada not bringing more medals home. Coach Richard’s work continues very well.
In spite of the harder economic times that are quite apparently around us, the custom bike biz is going pretty crazy around here. Perhaps its that bit of Scot in everyone that’s making folks look for a bit better value than what the big, highly marketed name brands offer. I also think this newer generation of road riders are becoming more educated as to the difference a well fitted bicycle makes. As I’ve said before, I can’t think of another piece of sporting equipment that can be as personal as a bicycle.
On the subject of good deals, we’ve managed to acquire a limited number of full carbon frames from one of the top fabricators in the world. Built on the same layup table by the same craftsmen that build Pinarello frames (among others), these frames come in both a 12K and a lighter 1K. The 12 is aheavier weave for bigger riders and is supplied with an alloy steerer in the fork while the finer weave of the 1K has a monocoque carbon fork and comes in about 250 grams lighter for the frame/fork package. We’ll have pictures, full specs and pricing on the site next week.
We are now also offering the latest in SRAM component groups for the bikes. Forever known as a Campagnolo purist, I’m actually quite impressed with the solid, positive feel of the SRAM Force and Red parts. The Force 2010 must be the best bang for the buck on the market. The group is very light, with a rigid chainset and precise shifting capabilites. Good looking too. None of that “been sitting in the sun too long and melted” Shimano look. Stay tuned for more on that next week too.
Also will be doing a little article and pics of some of the Classic steel Cunningham’s done in the past.
Back soon….promise.