Hi guys thanks for the tips. GB only have the classic TIME bike in Large in the sale. Marek: ok the Omega is on the shortlist and seems very good value. I like the SCOTT CR1 and I've only heard great things about the 895 gm frame. The 2006 model looks expensive at Evans, £3,500 - but I'll pop by and have a look this evening and go for a test ride...maybe the 2005 model is on sale (I thought they had sold out). In terms of keep the bike bio-culture of the club diverse, I think only Robbie has a CR1, but I haven't seen her grace the club with it yet. However, top of my short list is the FELT F3 2006 for £2000 on wiggle. I can upgrade the bike with my existing Ksyrium wheels.
http://www.feltracing.com/06/06_bikes/f3c/
The specfication is "
Ultra high modulus carbon frame with Dura-Ace shifters and derailleurs make this unbeatable value.
Torayca ultra-high modulus M700S modular Carbon
Reynolds Ouzo Comp Carbon Fork with Carbon Steerer
Shimano Dura Ace 20 speed drive train
Mavic Aksium SL Wheelset
Sizes ? 52, 54, 56, 58, 60cm
F3C
Colour Gloss Clear over Carbon
Sizes 700c x 52,54,56,58,60
Frame Torayca High Modulus T700S modular carbon fibre frame w/3K Twill Weave. Forged dropout & replaceable hanger
Fork Reynolds Ouzo COMP w/Carbon Blades, Alloy Crown & 1-1/8" Carbon Steerer with Reynolds Compression Device
Headset Aheadset 1-1/8" Integrated
Stem Felt ST-22 6061 3D forged
Handlebar Felt Carbon/ 6061 Alloy Composite with Ergonomic Drop, Ø31.8mm
Grips Felt Gel Ribbon Tape with FELT 3D Logo
Shifters Shimano Dura-Ace, 20 speed
Front Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace
Rear Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace
Crankset Truvativ Rouleur, 2-PC Monocoque Carbon Crank with Black CNC 7075/T6 Alloy Chainrings, 50/36T
BB Set Truvativ Giga X Pipe
Chain Shimano 10-Speed
Freewheel Shimano 10-Speed Cassette, 11-23T
Brake Levers Shimano Dura-Ace Dual Control
Brakes Dual Pivot, Cartridge Brake Shoes with New and Improved Compound, Stainless Hardware and Teflon Bushings
Saddle Felt Racing Lite w/Leather Cover with CRMO Rails
Seat Post Felt ARC Carbon
Front Hub Mavic Aksium
Rear Hub Mavic Aksium
Rims Mavic Aksium
Tyre Vittoria Rubino ProSlick folding 700x23c
Spokes Mavic Aksium Flat Spokes
Pedals none
Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown above.
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