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OEM Carbon: Made-in-China Bike

2011-10-10T22:37:00.003+08:00

	Frame	OEM Carbon

	Fork	OEM Carbon

	Rear Shock	N/A

	Rims	OEM Carbon 50mm Tubular

	Hubs	OEM Chosen

	Spokes	Sapim CX-Ray

	Tires	Continental Sprinter Tubular

	Pedals	Exustar E-PR200CKTi

	Crank	Sram Red Black 170mm (Compact)

	Chain	Sram Red Black

	Rear Cogs	Sram Red Black

	Bottom Bracket	Sram Red Black

	Front Derailleur	Sram Red Black

	Rear Derailleur	Sram Red Black

	Shifters	Sram Red Black

	Handlebars	Giant Contact SLR

	Stem	OEM China

	Headset	China OEM

	Brakeset	Sram Red Black

	Brakelevers	Sram Red Black

	Saddle	Fizik Arione

	Seat Post	NA

	Sizes	43cm

	Extras	Controltech Aerobar

My 2nd China OEM bike with spec-ed mainly with China OEM parts. With matt black theme in mind, I got to say that the price to aesthetic ratio is very low! Another amazing thing about this bike is its weight. Weighting only 6.76kg with the 323g Controltech Aerobar fixed on., which means it effectively only weight below 6.5kg.

Intend to fix this bike up as my triathlon bike. Aero tubing with 50mm deep rim tubular wheels. Not to mention the compact crank which can easily allows me to cruise at 30km/h. Not really keen in bar end shifters, i prefer to stick to dropbar with traditional shifters.

OEM Carbon: Cannondale SuperSix

2010-10-17T13:43:00.004+08:00

	Frame	OEM Carbon ISP

	Fork	Cannondale SuperSix

	Rear Shock	N/A

	Rims	Fulcrum Zer0

	Hubs	Fulcrum Zer0

	Spokes	Fulcrum Zer0

	Tires	Panaracer Extreme Evo3

	Pedals	Look Keo Carbon

	Crank	Ultegra 6700 (172.5mm)

	Chain	Ultegra 6700

	Rear Cogs	Ultegra 6700

	Bottom Bracket	Ultegra 6700

	Front Derailleur	Ultegra 6700

	Rear Derailleur	Ultegra 6700

	Shifters	Ultegra 6700

	Handlebars	Syntace 7075

	Stem	Syntace 7075

	Headset	China OEM

	Brakeset	Ultegra 6700

	Brakelevers	Ultegra 6700

	Saddle	Fizik Aliante

	Seat Post	NA

	Sizes	48cm

	Extras	China OEM

Finally my China OEM Carbon Bike Project has come to an end. Would say its the only bike that i built which looks the best. Love all the positive comments from my peers. Also this bike has the highest similarity to its branded counterpart. Time to move on.

Jamis Xenith Comp

2010-05-29T10:18:00.000+08:00

	Frame	Jamis Xenith Comp Carbon

	Fork	Jamis Xenith Comp Carbon

	Rear Shock	N/A

	Rims	Fulcrum Zer0

	Hubs	Fulcrum Zer0

	Spokes	Fulcrum Zer0

	Tires	Panaracer Extreme Evo3

	Pedals	CrankBro Eggbeater (Chromo)

	Crank	Ultegra SL 10spd (165mm)

	Chain	Ultegra 10spd

	Rear Cogs	Ultegra 10spd

	Bottom Bracket	Ultegra 10spd

	Front Derailleur	105 10spd

	Rear Derailleur	Ultegra 10spd

	Shifters	105 10spd

	Handlebars	FAS K Force (42cm)

	Stem	EA30 (110mm)

	Headset	N/A

	Brakeset	Ultegra SL 10spd

	Brakelevers	Ultegra 10spd

	Saddle	Fizik Pave

	Seat Post	EC70

	Sizes	48cm

	Extras	Look CX4

Got this bike for its wheels and group set. Will be shifting them to my upcoming bike project. Nice frame, in very good condition. Abit disappointed with the configuration of the group set and length of stem.. The rest are good.

Carbon Bike Frame Project: Part 4 | Making the Replica!!

2010-05-29T09:57:00.005+08:00

Picture taken by my supplier for me to review the paint job

After much delay and corresponding with China Supplier, finally i decide to go ahead with ordering the frame. I managed to get a Cannondale Supersix fork from eBay. The fork is white and red, therefore decided to make a replica with it.

Frame with Cannondale Super Six

Cant wait to just put both the fork and frame together. Fork from USA while frame from China. Irony.. They fit each other well! Was abit disappointed with the paint job. They only coat it with one layer, a slight knock on it will chip/scrap the paint away.

Frame with custom reflective decals

How can it be a replica without decals.. Ask my friend whom is specialized in making decals, MZ Decals. Very pleased with his workmanship and fast delivery. I was expecting 1 week, yet he told me it will be done in 1 day. But i decided not to rush the job and in the end waited for only 2 days! Reflective decals, hopefully now cars will not have excuses to say they cant see me!

Finally frame is almost done. Left the cutting of seat tube and steerer tube. Will be looking for the groupset, wheels and contact points.

Adrenalin Pumping
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Carbon Bike Frame Project: Part 3.5 | Inspiring Bike Brand

2010-05-29T09:56:00.004+08:00

This post is nothing to do with the progression of my carbon bike project. Just to share this blog, which records the process of them sourcing, designing and testing the own brand.

http://velocitebikes.blogspot.com

Designed bike frames for road made of all 3 common materials, aluminum, titanium and carbon. Namely their Selene, Millennium, Helios, Magnus and MTB frame, Flux.

Selection of wheels tubular and clincher version, aluminum and carbon rim of different width. Many more.. Slowly go through their posts, especially from first post.

Had been sourcing my carbon frame from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Hence somehow see the similarity of their products and the OEM frames. No much different. But from their post, i learn what to look out for and how to test my OEM suppliers.

Asking technical question (which answer might not make sense to you) is a good way to filter out the supplier, asking for quality pictures etc.. Fortunately the supplier which i have been corresponding is able to provide me these information without much hesitation, without throwing the questions back to me.

From these at least you can tell they know their products. Even if they don't, and the information are faked to me, at least they are prepared for such questions. Some pictures sent to me by the suppliers

BB, Head Tube and Dropout Stress Test

Matte Finish

Currently what the supplier is able to offer me is the above frame ( mine is ISP). Seems like the exact copy of the Trek Madone. However i don't really like the fork design, not fierce enough! Sourcing out other suppliers and monthly email the supplier if there is any new fork design.

From the picture and frame drawing, the rear seat stay is only 1 cm thick! Damn scary to ride on it. But consider Cervelo having the same thickness and my bike-look ego doesn't allow me to lose out on it. haha!

Stay Tuned For More Updates
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Carbon Bike Frame Project: Part 3 | Copy Which Frame Maker

2010-05-29T09:56:00.001+08:00

Can see that my quest for a new frame is advancing. Whether or not i bought one in the end would not be that important now. This part will narrate on my search for the ideal supplier/manufacturer, new things that i tried to do which gave me much experience in dealing with oversea parties. If you had yet to read Part 1 and Part 2, you can read them first.

Have been doing much research on bicycle frame manufacturers, especially from Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Found many interesting designs and had my heart stuck on one of them already.

Why i choose this design.
Personally i like to copy the theme of some renowned frame makers, had my first project on CUBE's HPT. But turned out to be ugly due to the custom geometry! I liked the skinny 1cm thick seat stay which is much similar to what Cervelo is having. But i soon found out that not just Cervelo have this feature, few other frame makers also have it!

See the similarity!! Main difference is the Geometry and Fork used. Also means more design to refer on.
Cervelo: 3T
Cannondale: Own house brand
Cube: Easton EC90 SLX
Trek: Own House Brand

Set my mind to 'copy' the look of CUBE, even up to their EC90 SLX fork, Syntace handlebar and stem as Cervelo fork is too expensive. Just when i can start champagne popping, all the cheering and stuff. Brain starts cranking on how to get the red design on the plain black carbon frame. I then noticed the weird head tube on the China Made Frame, using tapered head tube!! Damn It! Since when they started moving so fast with the trend in Cycling Industry!

In fact not many frame makers have moved on with the tapered head tube design. A pretty recent change in the industry which had a few critics over the benefits of having it. Can google it if you want to know more. Basically its more of stability and steering/handling issues, maybe some strength contribution. I haven't gone much into it.

With a tapered head tube, the immediate problem i face is i cant use the EC90 SLX fork! Had thought of getting/fabricate a adapter to fit the 1 1/8 fork to the 1.5" head tube. But find that it will look weird and more hassle getting the adapter. CUBE design with the fork is thrown into the rubbish bin, same for Cervelo.

Left with Trek Madone and Cannondale. Luckily they are both using tapered head tube. Trek is using the same fork as what is available by the China Supplier. But few friends find the design sucky. I have the same impression too. Hence design in mind, left only Cannondale.

Problem with Cannondale is, its hard to get their fork as they often comes as a package with their frame! Tried eBay, so far had came across 2 forks, but price exceeding 130USD..

Carbon Bike Frame Project: Part 2 | Change of mind, Material of Frame

2010-05-29T09:55:00.002+08:00

For those who came to this page first. It will be good to read up on Part 1 before carrying on.
Part 1 had left me hanging for another couple of weeks before i stubble randomly into some Chinese Carbon Frame Manufacturing Site. Saw this frame, which made me pause for a moment. Rethink the material, possibility of using carbon as my choice of material.

Noticed the nice Matt carbon finish? Unlike the usual 3k and 12k finishing. They are able to product Matt finishing, which they claimed as UD (unidirectional). Similar finishing as BMC SLC (one of my dream frame). But of course, not the same technology used, nano-carbon. But seriously who cares, if its cheap! haha~

Received some critics on the weaving of frame which claimed to have effect on structural strength. From my knowledge (back then), I understand that the weaving only affect the external look. However, few says the weaving pattern, 3k and 12k, 3k produce stronger and stiffer frames. However after seeing the above picture, i sets me wondering whether weaving really does play a role in frame strength?

Hence i decided to make use of my off day to do a research on carbon frame structure and weaving pattern. All you need to do is just open a new tab and type in the URL, www.google.com

I have arranged the sites and forums in order to have a better flow of idea on carbon weaving properties. Basically, the sites are branched out from the forum.

*Easier to start off reading Stork Bicycle and Calfee Design as they are meant for consumers.

My conclusion is, Strength of frame cant be judged by the weaving pattern, they only provide cosmetic look and riding feel. Instead we should be looking at the grade of the carbon fiber used e.g. T700, (read Toray Carbon Fiber) and the Tensile Modulus (measured in MSI, read Calfee Design and Properties of Carbon Fiber)

12k is not as weak as we think. They are cheap and slightly heavier. Console myself for having it. haha!

Carbon Bike Frame Project: Part 1 | In search of the right design

2010-05-29T09:55:00.001+08:00

For those who knows that now I'm keen in getting a ISP (integrated seat post) frame either carbon or titanium. Initially only did research (here & here) on the clamp-on seat post system adopted by different renowned bicycle frame makers such as Look, Scott, Giant.

Set my eyes on the Ritchey Stubby Clamp-on Seat post, as it CLAMPS ON the 31.6mm dia seat tube instead of Look which is INSERTED INTO. Didn't bother with Giant as its clamp is unique for their frame alone.

However, read much reviews stating that this piece of clamp is 100+g which does not provide much weight saving (from weight weenie). Considering that the frame already has a extra long seat tube (acting as seat post). Its weight does not justify the use of this ISP system. Well then some German guy managed to forge a clamp which offer much weight saving.

After seeing this design, i crack my head for few weeks on how to get it fabricated in Singapore (rebound centre) or Ordering it in. Both options are pretty expensive!!

Some pictures of ISP built bike to continue inspire me to seek out for the prefect ISP frame.

Titanium ISP frames just looks so gorgeous!! Imagine it being built up with white, silver and titanium colour.

Pondering about the ISP system again for a few weeks, came across this clamp while surfing pedal force website and saw this seat post clamp

Made of carbon/aluminium. Seems like a cheaper alternative compare to the 2, i considered before. BUT, pedal force is not selling this piece separately.. Disappointed, my lead somehow hit another wall.

Bike Fitting using Motion Analysis

2010-05-29T09:54:00.002+08:00

Just did some DIY bike fitting at home over the weekend, after viewing almost all the bike fitting clips in YouTube. Saw one of the clips in YouTube, stating how they used motion analysis to do bike fitting/analysis. Just nice, Grace who has trainer, is going to Port Dickson over the weekend for race. So borrowed the trainer, hook up my camera and ACTION!

Riding on a new bike again, confused with the bike fitting theories recommended by different people. So decided to film myself to see how i look like while riding instead of hearing people's comments. Perspective can be different from view's of different people, which leads to the wrong buy of my titanium frame.

Currently judging by personal comfort, going for longer rides to see which area needs to improve. But worried that my current 'comfort' position might be straining my knees, or not optimizing my effort when riding.

Google online, looking for 'ideal' leg bend angles, poseur etc... Trying to find the commonly used figures.

Upper body Poseur

Looks pretty decent to me, not to upright nor to forward.. Looks like I'm tipping toes when pedal is at 6 o'clock (had lowered seat by 5mm)

Leg Bend Angle

As said earlier, googled on leg angle. Mostly recommend 30-35 deg. I don't know how they get that figure. What i assumed is the difference in angle when knee is bent from a straight poseur.
The above picture is not very accurate, forget to paste a sticker over my pelvis bone. So have to estimate the point.

Knee Over Pedal

This is to check the fore/aft of the saddle. Looks fine to me. Except on a few occasions, my knees will move forwards by 1-2cm. On a clip showing bike fit for tri bikes, they figured this guy with 3-4cm knee in front of the pedal spindle. So i think its fine, anyway i don't always move forward.

Overall was glad that i can see how i ride and some figures regarding my current position. Problem with using motion analysis is the camera angle and position of it from the user. The areas away from the camera focus point tend to convex out. Still cant beat bike fitting with the help of a friend doing the measuring while you cycle.

Sorry, didnt wanna go throught the features of the software im using. Pretty tired of drafting this post already. The only main features is, it can slowdown and pause split-seconds of your action and take measurements.

Bike Fit Anatomy
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Carbon OEM Bike

2009-09-20T20:01:00.005+08:00

Frame

OEM Carbon

Fork

OEM Onda Carbon

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Hubs

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Spokes

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Tires

Vredestein Fortezza

Pedals

Shimano Ultegra SL

Crank

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Chain

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Handlebars

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Stem

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Headset

OEM

Brakeset

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Brakelevers

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Saddle

San Marco Aspide

Seat Post

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Sizes

50cm

Extras

Salsa Seat Clamp, Red

My first 'Brand New' carbon bike! Most of the parts are brought over from the Polygon Helios 600 and Custom Ti Bike.

The following is its geometry:

Carbon Frame Size: 50cm

Material: carbon (12K)

Top tube: 525mm

Head tube: 125mm

Head tube angle: 69.5 °

Seat tube angle: 73.7 °

Standover: 728mm

ChainStay: 406mm

BB Width: 68mm

BB type: English Thread

Seatpost size: 31.6mm

Seat Post Clamp: 34.9mm

Derailleur Mount: Band Mount

Headset size: 1 1/8" Internal

Weight : 1050g + Fork 350g.

Was lucky that the glossy-ness of the frame goes well with the Bar, Stem and Post. Red anodized Seat Clamp and Wheel's hub doesn't spoil the overall appearance of the bike. Despite of the 74.5 deg Seat Tube Angle, the 2.5cm setback, pushed the angle back to a 72 deg. Same as my custom Ti Bike.

Carbon OEM Bike | New Step to Bike Building

2009-06-26T22:18:00.003+08:00

8 June: Auction for frame, fork and seat clamp ended
10 June: Payment made, via paypal. Alot cheaper than whats stated in eBay
15 June: Frame, fork and seat clamp arrived!!! - Seat Clamp does not goes well with the frame...
15 June: Most of the groupset installed on the bike except front de, front brake caliper
15 June: Bought a Ritchey WCS headset from eBay
16 June: Ritchey WCS headset shipped, need to wait 3-5 days
16 June: Changed and fixed the Mavic Ksyrium SL wheels on bike
17 June: Still waiting for headset
-Need-To-Do list

Buy shim,
Spray front de clamp black,
Cut fork steerer and cable housing

22 June: Headset finally arrived!
24 June: Decided to send the bike to be setup.
Damn, the whole setup cost me $66!! F$%^ expensive... Will ask them for the breakdown.

-Total tasks done:

Cut Steerer Tube
Install Fork Race
Install Chain
Install Cables and Housing
Tuning
Wrap Bar Tape

I don't think it worth $50!!!

Polygon Helios 600 | Super Offer!

2009-06-10T23:38:00.007+08:00

Too anxious to take picture of the real bike

Frame

Polygon Helios 600

Fork

Polygon Helios 600

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic Aksium

Hubs

Mavic Aksium

Spokes

Mavic Aksium

Tires

Michelin

Pedals

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Chain

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Handlebars

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Stem

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Headset

FSA

Brakeset

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Brakelevers

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Saddle

Fizik Aliante Sports

Seat Post

Ritchey WCS Carbon

Sizes

48cm

Extras

N/A

Got this from Rodalink Sale at a good price of $1999. In fact this is the last piece, initially was looking at this 50cm bike but it was already reserve. will have this bike dismantle and continue with another bike project which i just started.

CUBE: Single Speed Version

2009-03-19T23:11:00.000+08:00

Finally got my commute bike up! First ever Single Speed bike i own, also built it using most of the reusable parts i have. Instead of the usual bike layout to show off the spec of my bikes. I like to thanks the people whom contribute to me with their parts.

Frame & Tires: Got from the previous CUBE project, which turns out that i don't really enjoy the geometry as its too upright.
Fork: Got 2nd hand from Togoparts, $80. Aluminum steerer, which is not what i really wanted. But the decals seems to really suits the bike color theme.
Wheels: Thanks to Wilson giving to me his condemn wheelset, which has a dent on the front wheels. Take it as the trade for a newer wheels and pedal.
Crank, Pedals and Seatpost: Thanks to Coach for giving me her sentimental bike parts. Really old school, like them. Especially the crank!
Headset and Seat Clamp: Got them from Identiti bike after i stripped them off.
Bottom Bracket and Brake Levers: Thanks Mr Teo for giving them to me. Have some problem with the BB, as the thread on the left cap is wore off. Found a replacement from Seng Chu Hin bikeshop
Brakes: Thanks to Caine. Its comes with the Trek bike which i built for him few years back. Now back to my bike!
Saddle and Stem: Got them off from previous bike deals, namely the Polygon and Kestrel

With just a few contributions from everybody, things can be done!
So whats next? Was toying with this idea of refurbishing a old rusty road bike into SS. Check this out!

My first test ride on this SS
Had 2 chain skip in a single ride, in different scenarios. Chain is loose as we can see from the picture. Currently using 14T cog, plan to change it to a 15T. Hopefully will make the chain more torque.

Actually chances of the chain skipping out is pretty slim. Found that for the chain to skip out, first, there must be no pedaling, hence chain is not torque. Secondly, riding pass a bumpy section of the road. This is what happen in the first scenario, was cruising down a slope along kaki bukit(no pedaling) and went pass this lousy road work (bumpy). Next thing i know, im spinning like mad!

Second scenario is i think something along the drivetrain got loose, causing lateral vibration/movement. Resulting in the chain self derailing from the drivetrain. Stupid SS converter does not have 'teeth' for the lock ring to catch on, hence might loosen after a few bumpy ride.

Other than these 2 incidents. I find that riding on SS in relaxing, momentum from the constant spinning actually allows us to ride/feel faster. 'Thanks' to the number of traffic lights and 'safe' motorist and other road users, i cant really enjoy the ride... Also one reason why I'm not planning for a Fixie yet..

Bike Doctor
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Polygon Helios 600

2009-03-18T16:21:00.002+08:00

Frame

Polygon Helios 600

Fork

Polygon Helios 600

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Shimano Ultegra

Hubs

Shimano Ultegra

Spokes

Shimano Ultegra

Tires

Vredestein Fortezza

Pedals

Shimano Ultegra SL

Crank

Shimano Dura-ace 10spd

Chain

Shimano Ultegra 10spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano Ultegra 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra 10spd

Handlebars

Pro Carbon (Integrated)

Stem

Pro Carbon (Integrated)

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

Token Accura

Brakelevers

Shimano Ultegra 10spd

Saddle

San Marco Aspide Arrowhead

Seat Post

Pro Carbon

Sizes

50cm

Extras

Hand Pump and Rear Blinker

Another super value for money bike which i got 2nd hand online. However this bike still seems to be too big for my liking although i can fit onto it. Handlebar is 44cm wide, Stem is 11cm which explain why i need to stretch out more, straining my back. Still prefer smaller frame size like 48cm. Compact, small, nice to maneuver around.

Polygon Helios 500

2009-02-22T23:24:00.000+08:00

Frame

Polygon Helios 500

Fork

Polygon Helios 500

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Soul 300

Hubs

Soul 300

Spokes

Soul 300

Tires

N/A

Pedals

Shimano R500

Crank

Shimano 105 10spd

Chain

Shimano 105 10spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano 105 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano 105 10spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 10spd

Shifters

Shimano 105 10spd

Handlebars

Ritchey Pro

Stem

Ritchey Pro

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

Shimano 105 10spd

Brakelevers

Shimano 105 10spd

Saddle

Fizik Aliante Sports

Seat Post

Pro Carbon

Sizes

54cm

Extras

N/A

Like the blue theme of this bike, wasted the owner changed the seatpost to 'Pro' suppose to be Ritchey Pro according to their website. The wheel's decal also out of place, RED. Other than that i think this bike is pretty value of money (the price i paid).

Jamis Xenith Team

2009-01-09T11:38:00.004+08:00

Frame

Jamis Xenith Team

Fork

Jamis Xenith Team

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic Helium

Hubs

Mavic Helium

Spokes

Mavic Helium

Tires

Maxxis

Pedals

Shimano Road (old model)

Crank

Ultegra SL 10spd

Chain

Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Cogs

Ultegra SL 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Ultegra SL 10spd

Front Derailleur

Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Ultegra SL 10spd

Shifters

Ultegra SL 10spd

Handlebars

Ritchey Comp

Stem

Ritchey Comp

Headset

Can Creek S2

Brakeset

Ultegra SL 10spd

Brakelevers

Ultegra SL 10spd

Saddle

Fizik Arione White

Seat Post

Ritchey Carbon Pro

Sizes

54cm

Extras

Profile Design Carbon Strike Aerobar

Setup this bike for a team mate, Glenn. Spec-ed it with White/Red/Black Theme. Ultegra SL groupset is stripped from my CUBE bike. Glenn managed to get his own Frameset, Wheels and Aerobar. Rest were bought from Togopart Market Place.

Would prefer Ultegra SL Pedal and maybe a more matching wheelset for the bike.

Bike Fitting 101: Part 2

2008-09-03T13:48:00.003+08:00

Ok! after getting the bike for more than 1 month, ride with group for over 90km, climbed a few hills. These are my few observation.

Lower Back ache, which i don't have when using my old ride. Was quite disappointed. Funny thing is, only for short hard rides which i really push. Hills don't have, long distances (90km) abit. Find it quite cramp when i go to drop position (not very sure, need to verify).

Incomplete service. Find that i should go for the Powerfoot Cleat Alignment to fully undergo the full standard package from Bike Butler. Even if the benefits doesn't surface much, completing the standard package kinda earn me the right to give comments and review on the service.

Expose to more bike fitting tools. Saw them online and in Butler's place but wasn't included in the part 1 package. Seeing is believing, applying is experiencing. Had did some search online and Youtubed for bike fitting services in U.S site. So much science involved, often think that such services are only for pros. www.smartcycles.com, www.bikefitkit.com

Ok now go into the Powerfoot Cleat Alignment Package

Fore foot measurement. Picture tells a million words, so i think video can save me more time. Youtube, Bike Fit Cleat Wedge

Conclusion: Left leg shorter.. Again sound like some handicap guy.. -_-". Shown to me that the rail of my saddle is tilted to 1 side. Not very obvious but can be seen.

Action: Added 5mm of wedge on the left shoe and 10 deg wedge on both shoes. And some adjustment to the cleat position. Ever adjustment is done after a few mins of ride with the heaviest gear ratio.

This is not my pedal

Vertical Stroke Adjustment. Visualize a line cutting across the dot on the knee and shoe. We should be pedaling with the dot on knee in line with the dot on shoe.

This is also not me.

Personally i find that this got to do with the riders riding proficiency. I have problem coordinating my left leg, as i focus too much pedaling by my right. So i have to constantly remind myself to coordinate with my left leg. Need to do more single leg drill.

Rotational Adjustment of Cleat. With the use of RAD aka chopstick

This is not my shoe

RAD is a dummy jig for clipless pedal, however with more float exist. White Stick attached to the cleat while Red Stick to the Pedal. So when pedal, we can see clearly how much ankle movement is there during pedaling.

Pedaling Technique Correction
This is done concurrent with cleat alignment and vertical stroke alignment.

Ok all set! Finalised by marking the position of cleats with marker. Now is to keep riding and feel for discomfort. For more review of this package.

Review / Comments
Only rode for short distances. However now paying more emphasis on my left leg. Need to play more attention to body discomfort even for the slightest. E.g. Numbness on hand and toe, which leg first? Lower lumbar ache, which side. Any pain on knees, etc..

For anyone keen in this service, ask yourself the above mention questions before you visit Bike Butler. Also these following 2 questions

If pricing is an issue, ask yourself whether the current bike position is affecting you or bring you any discomfort. If not then stick with your old ride.
If 'looking garang' on a bike is important, ask yourself whether you are willing to change to a more upright position with handlebar brought more closely to you.

Rider should go for Bike fit follow by the Powerfoot cleat alignment. Get a fitting bike before going into pedaling efficiency.

Some websites for reference:
http://www.thebikebutler.com/
http://www.bikefit.com/
http://bikefitkit.com/
http://www.smartcycles.com/

Video Clip of bike fitting in US.
Clip 1
Clip 2

Bike Fitting 101: Part 1

2008-09-03T13:47:00.001+08:00

Finally finish all the bike fitting services provided by the Bike Butler. Quite an experience and educational. It allow me to pay more emphasis on my bike riding.

Why i go for it?
2 year ago, before i entered Army, was recommend to visit Bike Butler for Bike Fitting Service. Price then to me is pretty steep (even now). 100+ for Bike Fit and Positioning and another 100+ for Powerfoot Cleat Alignment. Hence, didn't go for it as I'm fine with my old bike position.

2 years later, with more positive reviews from Coach and illusion of me being more wealthy with the army allowance. I went for the bike fitting. Was so decided to get a new bike that i sold off my old ride and hoping to get one from the Bike Butler.

Bike Fit Positioning
First thing Butler did was throw me on his 'Measuring Station'. Figures shows that i had short arm short leg. -_-" sound like turtle...

Next I'm introduced to this 'AFS Bike Tool' a dummy bike jig used to assess my riding posture and my custom frame measurement.

After some body alignment... Wala! My new custom made titanium frame!

Some measurement of the frame:
Top Tube: 51cm (actual), 53cm (virtual)
Seat Tube: 44cm (CTC), 48cm (CTT)
Seat Tube Angle: 72 deg
Head Tube: 16cm
A pretty sit-back and up-right position with the 72 deg seat tube angle and long head tube.

Bike is then setup with the parts which i like, also tried to copy the theme of CUBE HPT but didn't turn out well.. Making of the CUBE

After service review & thoughts
Bike Butler have this signature mark on most of his bike. Yes~ the super long Head Tube which had invited many comments about it. Should really see my Coach ride... With the more upright position, i constantly remind myself to apply lesser pressure on my palm and work my core harder to maintain the nice curve of my back.

Leveling the handlebar and saddle height, makes the rider looks less 'garang'. But allowing the rider to sit in the 'neutral/optimal' position. Personally I'm still trying to find out more on this 'neutral/optimal' position specially on how arch should our lower back be? Tried googling it but not much findings.

Compared the Bike Butler's fitting with the US Fitting Service. Of course with more resources and support, US looks much better. They can provide video clips of you riding before and after the service. Can try go 'YouTube, Bike Fitting' as Bike shops actually uses YouTube as a media to market their bike fitting service.

Lastly Bike Fitting Service is like consulting a doctor. They can diagnose through a few tests to tell where is the problem. But without proper input from the patients, they still cant make proper judgement and prescription. E.g. Pain.. How pain? Discomfort, How discomfort is discomfort? Same for ache, sore, numb.. Especially for beginners.. isn't pressure on hand and buttock common? Will a series of tests and questionnaire help?

My beloved bike: DEAN

2008-07-31T23:18:00.000+08:00

Monday, 920pm at Blk 824 Coffee Shop 'A Star", I had officially lost my first unlocked bike while having a meal!

Was about to leave the table, still saw my bike alone at the lamp post. Had this interesting topic which kept me seated for another ten minutes or less. TEN MINUTES!

DEAN had been the most wonderful bike i had so far. More mileage compared to my newly bought 'CUBE' bike. Been through the most harsh wet weather than my Cannondale had ever seen. Left its tyre marking along most parks and chalets unlike my Identiti. Truly the MVB of my bicycles. The bike which i dont need to zhng to make it look good or to meet my riding needs.
Somemore i just washed it 2 weeks before! Wiping the rims and waxed the frame to give it a shine. Maybe the shine on the bike was the stealing trigger point. Too bling~ haha!

For those who lives in Tampines and happen to see it, pls contact me..
For the person who stole my bike, may you be part of the tar on the road soon!

Bike Theft Victim: Lock your bikes!
C Cube

Custom Ti Road Bike : CUBE HPT

2008-07-31T11:11:00.003+08:00

Frame

XACD Custom TI

Fork

Easton EC90 SLX

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Hubs

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Spokes

Mavic Ksyrium SL 08

Tires

Continental Ultra Sports

Pedals

Shimano Ultegra SL

Crank

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Chain

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Handlebars

Easton EC90 SLX

Stem

Easton EC90

Headset

Chris King Red

Brakeset

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Brakelevers

Shimano Ultegra SL 10spd

Saddle

San Marco Aspide

Seat Post

Easton EC90 Zero Setback

Sizes

48cm

Extras

Salsa Seat Clamp, Red

My first 'Brand New' bike, almost everything brand new except the bottle cages and saddle. Many have questions about the long head tube.
The geometry is
Top Tube: 51cm (actual), 53 (virtual)
Seat Tube: 44cm (CTC), 48cm (CTT)
Seat Tube Angle: 72 deg

Can reduce the steepness of the top tube, however will end up stacking another 5cm of spacer for the handlebar to be lifted up till that height.

Kestral Talon

2008-06-03T23:13:00.003+08:00

Frame

Kestrel Talon

Fork

EMS Pro

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Bontrager Select

Hubs

Bontrager Select

Spokes

Bontrager Select

Tires

Cheng Shin Tyre

Pedals

Shimano Road (old model)

Crank

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Chain

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Rear Cogs

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Front Derailleur

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Shifters

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Handlebars

ITM

Stem

Oval

Headset

Can Creek S2

Brakeset

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Brakelevers

Ultegra Triple 10spd

Saddle

Fizik Gobi Black

Seat Post

Easton CT2

Sizes

48cm

Extras

N/A

So far Kestrel have been in the carbon frame manufacturing for more than 20 years. I only know of them making carbon frames. If not wrong their first carbon frame already have internal cabling which makes the frame looks more streamline and neat! For more info check out their website here

The frame is got is Kestrel Talon, 3rd/last in its triathlon series. Fall behind the Kestrel Talon SL for their carbon quality.

Cannondale Six13 R5000

2008-05-10T21:03:00.007+08:00

Frame

Cannondale Six13 R5000

Fork

SLICE Premium

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

XERO XPR-3

Hubs

XERO XPR-3

Spokes

XERO XPR-3

Tires

Maxxis Dominator

Pedals

Look

Crank

Cannondale Hollowgram SI

Chain

Dura Ace 10spd

Rear Cogs

Dura Ace 10spd

Bottom Bracket

Dura Ace 10spd

Front Derailleur

Dura Ace 10spd

Rear Derailleur

Dura Ace 10spd

Shifters

Dura Ace 10spd

Handlebars

Deda Magic

Stem

Syntace

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

Dura Ace 10spd

Brakelevers

Dura Ace 10spd

Saddle

Velo

Seat Post

Trigon Carbon

Sizes

52cm

Extras

N/A

One of the most valuable bike which i gotten so far. Reputable frame with decent, in the fact the highest end groupset from shimano.

Cannondale is renowned for their beautiful finishing of their welding. Can see from the last picture, the welding are nicely filed off, no more fish scale but smooth and sleek welding. One more thing i like about Cannondale is their glossy paint job. Noticed since i started into cycling, their paint job always ended with a gloss finish.

Abici Road Bike

2008-01-11T17:39:00.013+08:00

	Frame	Abici Podium 6000 series Aluminium

	Fork	Reynolds Integrated Carbon

	Rear Shock	N/A

	Rims	Dura Ace 10spd

	Hubs	Dura Ace 10spd

	Spokes	Dura Ace 10spd

	Tires	N/A

	Pedals	N/A

	Crank	Dura Ace 10spd

	Chain	Dura Ace 10spd

	Rear Cogs	Dura Ace 10spd

	Bottom Bracket	Dura Ace 10spd

	Front Derailleur	Dura Ace 10spd

	Rear Derailleur	Dura Ace 10spd

	Shifters	Dura Ace 10spd

	Handlebars	Ritchey WCS

	Stem	Ritchey Pro

	Headset	N/A

	Brakeset	Dura Ace 10spd

	Brakelevers	Dura Ace 10spd

	Saddle	Bontrager sports

	Seat Post	Bontrager sports

	Sizes	48cm

	Extras	N/A

Yet to weight her but will do it soon. Quite pleased with the frame. Actually didnt expect the welding to be nicely sanded off. But the decals give me the old school impression.

Considering selling off my fastrex frame and easton fork.. cant bear to sell them off after so many races.. Also fear of the deprication cost that i will have to bear for it..

Kestrel Talon Frameset

2007-10-06T11:24:00.002+08:00

Kestrel Talon Frame, Red and black color, 48cm
Standover: 74.2
Top Tube: 51
Head Angle: 72.25
Seat Angle: 75.25
Wheelbase: 96.3
Bottom Bracket: 68mm English Threaded
Seat Post Dia.: 27.2mm
Front Derailleur: braze-on
EMS Pro/OS Fork: 700c x 1 1/8" threadless
Weight: 1.3kg

Finally got to see my Kestrel.. Received it while im in brunei. So far heard from bikeshops that this brand was not brought in to stock due to its high value. Had check out its market value, worth around 2k.

Always find Kestrel making triathlon frames, nice joints and especially the internal cabing which really make them unique and beautiful. However, interesting thing is they actually used a 1 inch ALUMINIUM steerer tube, whereas now technology is moving towards 1 1/8 and carbon steerer tube.

Identiti The Judge

2007-07-21T19:39:00.002+08:00

	Frame	Identiti The Judge

	Fork	DMR Rigid

	Rear Shock	N/A

	Rims	Mavic X138

	Hubs	Deore

	Spokes	N/A

	Tires	Maxxis Crossmark

	Pedals	Primo Pro

	Crank	Bontrager Big Earl

	Chain	Deore

	Rear Cogs	Deore

	Bottom Bracket	Truvativ Howizter

	Front Derailleur	Deore

	Rear Derailleur	Deore

	Shifters	Deore

	Handlebars	Deity

	Stem	Deity

	Headset	Cane Creek S2

	Brakeset	Magura

	Brakelevers	Magura

	Saddle	Tioga Downhill

	Seat Post	Thomson

	Sizes	15 inche

	Extras	N/A

Some good points for setting up this bike:

Nice colour and parts combination.
Suits my little brother haha!
Parts gotten are still pretty hard to come by in togoparts

Some mistakes i made for setting up this bike:

Wheelset is too heavy, got to get another lighter wheelset.
Sram grip shifter took up too much cockpit space, so changed back to trigger. In the end, the groupset for the bike had changed to Deore
Crank is a big mistake, had to check the compatibility for the BB before bidding it. In the end, got a BB which is long enough, but have free-play between crank and BB
Spend too much money in setting up of bike
Exceeded the overall budget

Bike Project: The Judge

2007-05-26T21:02:00.000+08:00

Yes now preparing to send the bike to be setup. Praying hard that it will be done by next wed. Also hope that the colour scheme will be nice and have an equal spread of white and black.

Initially had some ideas of respraying the frame and fork, giving them a brand new set of decals, changing the fork to a Manitou Black Elite air fork to add on the street look.

BUT, pocket was already torched to a big hole which requires patching up for the next few months. Well GST offset package really came in at the right time.

DEAN aluminium

2007-05-06T18:39:00.001+08:00

Frame

DEAN Aluminium

Fork

Kona P2

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic x517

Hubs

XTR M952

Spokes

N/A

Tires

Panaracer T-serve 1.7

Pedals

Da Bomb

Crank

XTR M952

Chain

XTR M952

Rear Cogs

XTR M952

Bottom Bracket

XTR M952

Front Derailleur

XTR M952

Rear Derailleur

XTR M952

Shifters

XTR M952

Handlebars

Answer

Stem

DEAN

Headset

Chris King

Brakeset

XTR M952

Brakelevers

XTR M952

Saddle

WeThePeople

Seat Post

Kalloy

Sizes

16inche

Extras

N/A

Got this bike from togoparts 2nd hand. Simple yet got the casual and high end feel to me. Love the rigid fork! Usage of this bike will be mainly wet weather, long distance casual ride and lend for races (including some conditions la)..

However bike's rear hub seems to be dried off, steering seems to be abit loose and rough.. but a good full bike overhaul should do the job. Some IA (Immediate Action) drills which i will do for this bike are:

Change the fork & pedal, using them for my Identiti
Switch the silver spacer to black.
Remove the brake booster at the rear.
Change the front de to XTR!! wahaha

Some of the freebies the previous owner kindly gave me.. 1pc Maxxis ignitor, 1pc Schwalbe skinny jimmy, 1pc tube, 1 set of xtr brake pads and suntour stock fork

Deity Bar & Stem. Thomson Seatpost. Sram 9.0SL

2007-04-28T23:39:00.000+08:00

Wahaha finally the Deity bar stem have landed on my hands! Really pestered the seller for the past few days for him not to sell them away before i book out. Immediately today i booked out, i hopped onto a cab and rush straight to his place, Jurong East (lucky my camp is at boon lay).

Getting the Thomson seatpost is really pushing my privilege as an cadet. Imagine ran to the guards house when its almost lights off timing also i shouldn't be wondering around especially near the guard house area.

What left now for my bike is mainly a fork, which i already had an idea where to get it. Crank which I'm still quite bothered whether to just anyhow get a black crank or a high end street crank. Headset is another headache, since my bike is not really that low end, i wondering whether should i get a chris king headset to increase the poser value or just an average black colour headset.

Recently found out that my tires on my Alex DX32 cant fit my frame as the tires are to wide. Sold them off cheap (quite wear off liao actually) and the cogset is actually 8spd. Means that i had to hunt for them in the market.Crank, front de, cogset & tires left

Yes yes! another item purchased to zhng my oncoming street bike! It WHITE again!!! wahaha Just to get these stuffs , I travelled all the way down to Bukit Batok. So far this is the only shifters and rear de that are white.

Magura brake and Alex wheelset

2007-04-10T21:17:00.000+08:00

Alex DX32 rims, Quando TX disc hubs, maxxis tires and cogset. Well.. didn't expect it to come with the tires and cogset. Save me time, effort and money to get them.

Meetup with the guy at Jurong Point at 6pm while i booked out at 4pm.. So i ended up catching 'shooter' alone. Imagine me wearing long sleeve and black pants walking along Jurong Point and sitting in the MRT with this wheelset.

Can you guys see the brake? hope it didn't blend with the white background... haha!!! yes! its my white magura.. Its quite rare to get this white edition. Most common are red, green and yellow. This is the 2nd time i saw this edition.

Previously when i saw it, they are fixed on a DDG snow camo designed DDG street bike, selling for $800.. with XT parts.. but my greediness had cost me to lose the deal. now have to spend ard $1000 to build.

Identiti, The Judge frame

2007-04-01T17:50:00.000+08:00

Yes! finally got my first freeride frame which is also one of my dream frame since I'm in sec sch. Identiti, The Judge. Also got a new saddle today, Tioga which is black and white in colour. Freaking longer than my forearm, really take an big ass to sit on it.

Guess you all would already know what colour and riding theme i wanna build for this ride.. Most prob will be receiving my pure white magura brakes next week. cant wait to see the final setup of this bike.

Merlin Ti Road Frame

2007-01-14T12:22:00.000+08:00

Have been waiting anxiously for this classic frame to get shipped in. Merlin is one of the renown titanium frame maker in the bike industry. It is also one of the dream Ti frames i wanna own.

Some description of this beautiful handbuilt frame. Built at 1995, in Cambridge, Massachusetts before the company merged with Lightspeed . A classic Merlin frame with beautiful welds and tubing joinery, just a work of art to behold.

This particular era Merlin comes in 1" headtube and classic downtube shift mounts which take the adjustable Campy or Shimano cable blocks. The later Merlin frames provide a dedicated housing terminator mounted higher up, not allowing fine shift cable adjustments.

Caine's bike upgrade

2007-01-01T22:58:00.000+08:00

The previously posted Trek 5500 SS bike, now have a new look. Without the ugly rear deraileur as tensioner and a brand new bling white industry eno rear hub.

The rear hub is a flip-flop hub, which means it can be fix gear or freehub just by installing the rear wheel the other way.

Caine, change to a black quill stem & bartape, shorten the bullhorn, change a decent brake lever and lastly the black saddle la~ Anyway, looking forward for your next upgrade!

SINGLESPEED Rulez

Happy New Year!!!

2007-01-01T01:00:00.000+08:00

It has been quite sometime since i got any new stuff to post. Having a hard time getting rid of my Karma, but got something precious coming in soon!! Cant wait for it to arrive.

Here somethings that happen around me this while. Xueying and Eveyln recently got themselves a road bike each.

Xueying's bike is a Fuji with 105 and Tiagra parts. Heard from my team that the bike si very nice looking. Eve's bike is specialized allez with tiagra parts with 105 rear dee. Not sure how nice it was built, buti will ask both of them for their bike pic and post them up.

My secondary school teacher, Mr Teo is planning for his final bike project, a titanium recumbent. He is now raising funds for this bike, selling off his Daccordi steel frame, either 1 of his titanium frames which i think is the EXCEL Ti frame. Good luck for his sale of items.

As for me, my short term goal will be selling off the Karma Frame or to set it up. Next is also to sell of the 'precious' i mention above, really hope i can sell both of them off. Follow up by these two is to buy a street bike for my bro, or should i say for myself. haha!

Bike for little brother

2006-12-17T10:37:00.000+08:00

Recently, my mom asked me to get a bike from my 11yr old little brother. Was thinking whether to get him a BMX, small MTB or build a small MTB for him. My plan is actually to get a small frame and spec it with mainly deore parts, suspension is optional. 2nd hand small size mtb frame seems very hard to come by. Even when they are posted, their price is usually not my budget. Few weeks ago, i found a very good deal, scott yz1 with magura brakes, stem, handlebar and seatpost for $200. But due to my busy schedule, Im unable to meet up with the buyer. In the end the bike was sold.

Think I should increase my budget for the bike. Use it to setup a small street bike, at least it works out better in the long run.

Taiwan bikeshops

2006-12-05T20:22:00.000+08:00

Was on a trip to Taiwan from 24-28Nov. when to a few high-end bike shops in Taipei.

First shop i went was "The Seventh Park Bike Shop". The owner was extremely friendly and good in customer service. Here is the story: I was actually at the western side of Taipei, looking for bike shop. From the taxi drivers, i went to this pretty rundown bike shop. I was quite disappointed as it wasn't those high end bike shop I'm looking for. When i decided to leave the shop, a middle-age guy approach me, asking what I'm looking for. After knowing what kind of bike shop I'm looking for, he show me his name card. He is actually the owner of the shop. He offered me a ride to his shop which is at the eastern side of Taipei. At his shop, he even offered me coffee and gave me address on other bike shops in Taipei. Very impressed with his customer service!

The shop is specialized in road bikes, mainly Orbea, Specialized and Bianchi. In the last picture, the brand "MAO" is actually known for their car racks in Taiwan. They work with Easton to come out with this frame, Easton tubing for the main frame while EC90 SLX carbon for the seat stay. Didnt know that Seat stay can also have EC90 SLX, interesting..

The next shop i went is this GIANT bike shop, KAOO CHANG CO LTD at the northen part of Taipei. From the shop name itself, should know that the bikes are mainly GIANT. At a corner of the shop, they place some nice frames like colnago, parkpre titanium, scott plasma, felt etc..

Just opposite the road is another bike shop, LA BOUTIQUE DU VELO. The shop have many branches in Taipei.

The shop is not well stock with parts ready for sale. Instead, they "exhibit" their exotic nice bike at the glass panel of the shop. Most of the bikes and frames are LOOK, TREK, SCOTT etc..
Saw a art piece, TREK Discovery Channel Carbon Frame. The decal are painted on the frame, giving the frame a texture.

Karma Carbon Frame

2006-11-28T16:42:00.001+08:00

First sight of this frame, i though it is a model of Kuota. Without hesitation, i immediately bid for this frame and i won it at quite a reasonable price. Until i the auction is going to end, i realise that it was from some unknown maker.

The frame is made from high modulus carbon fiber with 3k woven fabric. The main triangle of this frame is molded in one piece. There are no lugs or joints other than between the front and rear triangle, which are totally seamless.

Project 4: Proton

2006-10-29T12:08:00.000+08:00

Frame: Proton T-Sprint
Fork: Proton T-Sprint
Stem: Vision
Handlebar: Easton Deltaforce Carbon Base
Seatpost: Carbon Aero
Crank: Ultegra 10 speed
Shifter: Shimano Dura-Ace bar controls
Front Derailleur: Ultegra
Rear Derailleur: Dura-Ace
Brake: Ultegra
Brake Lever: Transition RX-4.1 alloy
Wheelset: Mavic Ksyrium Elite
Tire: Hutchison
Cogset: Dura-ace
Saddle: Specialized

This bike is built with the parts from the Cannondale R4000Si and Specilaized Transition. Was sold to me teamate, Weiyang.

Speciailzed Transition Comp

2006-10-16T12:01:00.000+08:00

Frame: Specialized Transition
Fork: Specialized Carbon Transition Aero Speed Zertz
Stem: Vision
Handlebar: Easton Deltaforce Carbon Base
Seatpost: Carbon Aero
Crank: Ultegra 10 speed
Shifter: Dura-Ace bar controls
Front Derailleur: Ultegra
Rear Derailleur: Dura-Ace
Brake: Ultegra
Brake Lever: Transition RX-4.1 alloy
Wheelset: Mavic Cosmos 700c
Tire: Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick
Cogset: Dura-ace 10-speed

Clip-on: Vision TT Bar

Got this bike from Ebay. Will be rebuilding it for next project.

ControlTech Carbon Tubular wheelset

2006-10-09T16:38:00.000+08:00

My first carbon wheelset. Got this wheelset together with the Cannondale, got both of them at quite a good price. Was still thinking whether to keep or to sell it off. Comes with extra DA cogset and tire.

Cannondale R4000SI CAAD 6

2006-10-08T11:57:00.000+08:00

Frameset: Cannondale R4000SI CAAD6
Stem: Bontrager 100mm
Handlebar: Ritchey Comp
Shifters/Brakes: Ultegra 9spd
Crank: Cannondale Hollowgram, 9spd
Cog: Ultegra 9spd
FD: Ultegra 9spd
RD: Dura ace 9spd
Seatpost: Cannondale Competition
Saddle: Coda
Wheelset: Controltech Carbon Tubular and Mavic Ksyrium Elite

Got this bike from my teammate, Weiyang's neighbour. Was interested in the Controltech wheelset. Will be using it for next project

Project 3: Tank

2006-10-07T11:55:00.000+08:00

Frame: Tank Racing
Fork: Tank Racing
Handlebar: EA50
Stem: CNC 70mm
Crank: Ultegra
Shifter: Ultegra
Front Derailleur: Ultegra
Rear Derailleur: Ultegra
Brake: Ultegra
Brake lever: Ultegra
Wheelset: CXP33 with Ultegra Hub
Tire: Schwalbe
Cog set: Ultegra
Saddle: Specialized BG

After i upgraded my Fastrax to Dura-ace, i bought a Tank Racing frameset and wheelset from togoparts and built this bike. Sold it to my teammate, Charmane. Built this bike with mainly white and black. Bike is slightly on the heavy side, but its ok.

LOOK Tour De France Limited Edition KG381i

2006-10-06T18:25:00.000+08:00

This is the most expensive and valuable frame i got so far in ebay. LOOK Tour De France KG381i limited edition frame. Only 300 frames are made to commemorade the 100th anniversary of TDF. I was lucky to get this frame no. 294 at quite a cheap price.

Project 2: Scott Team AFD

2006-10-06T11:54:00.000+08:00

Frame: Scott Team AFD
Fork: Carbon
Handlebar: EC90
Stem: On One
Seatpost: EA70
Crank: Ultegra
Shifter: Ultegra
Front Derailleur: Ultegra
Rear Derailleur: Ultegra
Brake: Ultegra
Brake lever: Ultegra
Wheelset: Araya Aero Rim with Ultegra Hubs
Tire: Schwalbe
Cog set: Ultegra
Saddle: Velo

The groupset and wheelset from the trek 5500 is put onto this Scott Frame. Had a very hard and unpleasant time selling this bike off as the frame got a huge dent on the seat stay.

Lesson learnt: Never buy dented frames even if it is cheap!!! This bike is built to get rid of the unwanted parts i had, such as EC90 handlebar and Ea70 seatpost. In the end sold it off at a very low price

Project 2: Trek 5500

2006-10-05T23:52:00.000+08:00

Frame: Trek 5500
Fork: Trek 5500
Handlebar: Cinelli Bullhorn
Seatpost: Kalloy
Crank: SuperBee
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Brake: SNG carbon wrapped
Brake lever: Shimano 600
Wheelset: Roval tubular
Saddle: San Marco

I was helping my coach to sell off her Trek 5500, spec-ed with full ultegra parts and wheelset. This bike rebuilt and sold to my teammate, Caine. He wanted a SS bike, so only sold him the frameset, while the wheelset is a generous gift from my coach. The remaining parts are leftovers from my sec sch teacher and myself. It will look better if i use a a black quill stem, bullhorn and saddle.

Cannondale M500

2006-10-04T11:45:00.001+08:00

Frame

Cannondale M500

Fork

Cannondale M500

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

N/A

Hubs

N/A

Spokes

N/A

Tires

N/A

Pedals

N/A

Crank

Shimano STX

Chain

Shimano Deore LX

Rear Cogs

Shimano Deore LX

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Deore LX

Front Derailleur

Shimano Deore LX

Rear Derailleur

Shimano STX

Shifters

Shimano STX

Handlebars

Kalloy

Stem

Kalloy

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

N/A

Brakelevers

Shimano STX

Saddle

Velo Gel

Seat Post

Kalloy

Sizes

15inch

Extras

N/A

This is a simple bike i bought from togoparts.com. I used this bike for my commute after the sale of my bronco. Damn heavy! but who cares. I only got it for $250 anyway it serves me well.

Fastrax RSC Scandium

2006-10-03T11:42:00.001+08:00

Frame

Fastrax RSC Scandium

Fork

Easton EC90 SLX

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

XERO XCR-1

Hubs

XERO XCR-1

Spokes

XERO XCR-1

Tires

Speed Cefiro

Pedals

Crankbro Egg Beater

Crank

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Chain

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Rear Cogs

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Shifters

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Handlebars

EC90

Stem

EA70

Headset

Token

Brakeset

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Brakelevers

Shimano Dura-ace 9spd

Saddle

San Marco Aspide

Seat Post

Easton CT2

Sizes

49cm

Extras

Weight 7.4kg

This is my current bike, built with value for money light parts. Hope to build it into a WW bike. Its theme colour is White, Blue and Chrome, whereas the parts are Easton. I had upgraded the parts from Ultegra to Dura-ace, it really makes a difference in the weight.

Project 1: Giant XTC

2006-10-02T11:38:00.001+08:00

Frame

Giant XTC

Fork

Cannondale P-Bone

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Syncros

Hubs

Shimano LX

Spokes

N/A

Tires

N/A

Pedals

N/A

Crank

Shimano LX

Chain

Shimano LX

Rear Cogs

Shimano LX

Bottom Bracket

Shimano LX

Front Derailleur

Shimano LX

Rear Derailleur

Shimano LX

Shifters

Shimano LX

Handlebars

N/A

Stem

N/A

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

Shimano LX

Brakelevers

Shimano LX

Saddle

N/A

Seat Post

Kalloy

Sizes

14 inch

Extras

N/A

When Im in poly, i started to help friends to build bike. My coach approach me to build a small size MTB for her friend.

I got to admit that the fork is out of place. I was rushing to build this bike up, so the parts and appearance does not look that good.

That time i was collecting Cannondale P-bone forks. Despite the steer tube is made of steel, the weight the of the fork is very light, and review says that the fork is very reliable for thrashing.

Bronco

2006-10-01T11:35:00.001+08:00

Frame

Bronco

Fork

Gary Fisher Cromo

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Alex

Hubs

Alex

Spokes

Alex

Tires

N/A

Pedals

N/A

Crank

Truvativ Fire

Chain

Shimano Deore

Rear Cogs

Shimano Deore

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Deore

Front Derailleur

Shimano Deore

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore

Shifters

Shimano Deore

Handlebars

Cinelli Bullhorn

Stem

Headset

N/A

Brakeset

Magura HS-33

Brakelevers

Magura HS-33

Saddle

Specialized

Seat Post

Kalloy

Sizes

15 inch

Extras

N/A

I shifted the Magura and Deore parts onto this bike. Most of the parts are leftovers parts from my another GT Bike. I use this bike mainly for commute.

Litespeed Obed ROAD

2006-09-30T11:33:00.001+08:00

Frame

Litespeed Obed

Fork

XACD Ti

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Alex Vectra T2

Hubs

Alex Vectra T2

Spokes

Alex Vectra T2

Tires

Hutchison Airlight 1'

Pedals

Crank Brother Eggbeater

Crank

Shimano XTR Downhill 54T

Chain

Shimano XTR

Rear Cogs

Shimano 105

Bottom Bracket

Shimano XTR

Front Derailleur

Shimano XTR

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR

Shifters

Shimano Dura-ace Bar-end

Handlebars

Cinelli Bullhorn

Stem

XACD Ti

Headset

Chirs King

Brakeset

Magura HS-66

Brakelevers

Magura HS-66

Saddle

Selle Italia Flite

Seat Post

XACD Ti

Sizes

14 inch

Extras

Syntace Clip-on

Had converted my Litespeed to a more road/tri setup. One of the reason i used this setup is because i got a rare HS-11 Magura brake from ebay.

Litespeed Obed MTB

2006-09-29T11:28:00.001+08:00

Frame

Litespeed Obed

Fork

XACD Ti

Rear Shock

N/A

Rims

Mavic Crossmax

Hubs

Mavic Crossmax

Spokes

Mavic Crossmax

Tires

Panaracer T-serve 1.25'

Pedals

Shimano M500 series

Crank

Shimano XTR Downhill 54T

Chain

Shimano XTR

Rear Cogs

Shimano 105

Bottom Bracket

Shimano XTR

Front Derailleur

Shimano XTR

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR

Shifters

Shimano Deore

Handlebars

Bontrager Ti

Stem

XACD Ti

Headset

Can Creek S2

Brakeset

Magura

Brakelevers

Magura

Saddle

Selle Italia

Seat Post

XACD Ti

Sizes

14 inch

Extras

N/A

This bike was my very first bike. It took me one year to save up and save for this titanium frame. It was built up as a hybrid, with a titanium and red theme. Ordered most of the Ti parts from China, XACD.