pretty lightweight...congrats on yr purchase..
Cycling V2, General talks on bicycles
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Apr 23 2012, 12:46 PM
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Hi guys,
I have decided to take the plunge and pick up the Scott Foil. As such I have to let go my beloved Scott S40 to make room for the new ride. Parts have been upgraded to almost S30 level. Bike itself is in pristine condition, like new. Some very slight scratches on the crank from dropped chain once, shifters perfect, frame is clean and polished. If you guys have any friends who are keen to view, do let me know, perfect for beginners. SMS 0109811899 for viewing. See to believe. location Sg Besi, KL to arrange for viewing. Upgraded so far: NEW Tiagra 9 speed shifters, NEW Tiagra Crankset, New Hollowtech BB. NEW Fizik Handlebar tape and NEW Fizik BAR GEL More than Rm 3500 after all the upgrades. Comes with owners manual, warranty etc. FOC: basic lights, basic pedals, bottle cage...ready to ride! http://bicyclebuysell.com/view_item.php?id=156135 Thanks! |
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Apr 23 2012, 02:47 PM
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Thanks guys,
actually, i would not have bought the foil as my first bike in any case. I wanted a beginner bike to see if I could get back to cycling....and the speedster served its purpose to re-introduce me into the sport and letting me experience some group rides and fun rides. I want the foil because it will easily bring me to the next level in performance, although at a significantly higher price tag...I expect to use at least RM 10k, once I fit it out. so if you guys have any friends looking for a well cared for and awesome beginner bike, please do call me  |
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Apr 23 2012, 06:24 PM
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Thanks for the tips guys, will post on mudah too...
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May 4 2012, 06:55 PM
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got to wonder how these bad boys ride...better shock absorption? Light weight?
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May 6 2012, 07:46 PM
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Guys,
Does anyone know where I can get ceramic bearings to fit mavin cosmic elite hubs? |
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May 7 2012, 03:25 PM
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QUOTE butthead Posted Today, 02:08 PM here comes the scary question... how serious are you? (ride around parks / leisure rides with GF/BF?? or you are into it head first) and how much you willing to part with? powerstar Posted Today, 02:06 PM guys, i plan to buy a bicycles. any suggestion for exercise. can recommend any bicycles i should choose and the price? thnks Here's an indication of how bad the hobby/sport can get... When I started looking for my first bike, this was my initial option.. Polygon Helios 200 - price RM 1,500+ Helios 200 I ended up with this guy Scott speedster s40 - after various upgrades - price Rm 3000+  After 6 months... Ta Dah!!!!    Scott Foil - price ....u dont wanna know... |
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May 7 2012, 03:57 PM
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QUOTE butthead Today, 12:50 AM Show posts by this member only | Post #1112 Casual Group: Junior Member Posts: 360 Joined: Feb 2005 QUOTE(kindredd @ May 6 2012, 07:46 PM) Guys, Does anyone know where I can get ceramic bearings to fit mavin cosmic elite hubs? try contacting creative mill... they are the authorized distributor for ceramic speed in malaysia... ceramic speed has wheel bearing kits for most wheels... you just need to find out what bearing sizes your cosmic elite is running... if they have the information for your wheel, then all is good.. if not, you have lots of research ahead of you... not going to be cheap but ceramic speed is one of the best if not the best ceramic bearing makers... i think the recent years cosmic elites run on 1 x 6001 and 2 x 608.. to start you off... http://creativemill.net/contact ceramic speed online store http://shop.ceramicspeed.com/products/132-...grade-kits.aspx try digging around mavic tech site and see if you can find bearing information on the model you have... make sure you get the year model of your cosmic elite correct... http://www.tech-mavic.com username : mavic-com password : dealer thanks for the info butthead....gulp, did not know the ceramic bearings were that costly, was thinking closer to RM 300 plus.... |
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May 7 2012, 05:15 PM
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Try song over at kajang...nego nego a bit la...
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May 9 2012, 05:10 PM
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Hi guys,
sorry to bother again. Am looking for 700cx25 continental tires...ideally conti grand prix, anyone know of any shops in the klang valley that might offer these? Have tried a number of shops, most carry maxxis, schwalbe and panaracer but continentals seem to be harder to find... |
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May 10 2012, 10:57 PM
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Butthead, miowpurr, thanks for the tips. Gonna try bikepro tomorrow to see if they ave 25c tires
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May 14 2012, 03:11 PM
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I got some 25's schwalbe skids the other day,got them cheap so I thought why not give the bigger tire size a go?
My opinion:- 25's a lot more comfortable to ride than the conti 23's I was using. The Scott Foil is incredibly stiff thus take a toll on my body even after a short ride. The 25s are a lot more plush and seem to absorb vibrations more. My impression is that they seem to add ever so slightly more rolling resistance and going around the bends does not feel as precise as the 23s. Also a bit harder to remove the wheels due to the brake pads. Have decided to go with 23s in front wheel and 25s in the back. That should be a reasonable compromise for me. This post has been edited by kindredd: May 14 2012, 03:12 PM |
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May 16 2012, 03:14 PM
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Great video Butthead! too bad we dont have much of a cyclocross community here...at least none that I know of...
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May 17 2012, 03:08 PM
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Robot? Skynet? Butthead, u really need yr meds today haha!
Nlik, sorry yesterday no ride at Pedalsport. We were at the Ride of Silence over in Berjaya Times Square, quite a few riders there last night. Was fun riding around the city at night with 600+ cycling kakis and police escort. |
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May 17 2012, 04:57 PM
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vin_ann,
Thats what I heard that night...looks like the official share the road page says 800+. Not a bad turn out actually...did you go as well? gsturbo, I try to ride Kesas 2-3 times a week. But normally cycle with the Wed group, otherwise I cycle alone...... |
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May 17 2012, 05:41 PM
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gsturbo, thanks for the invite...am worried cannot catch up with you guys! In any case, hope to catch you all one day...
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May 17 2012, 06:41 PM
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butthead,
its the rider not the bike.... - |
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Jul 2 2012, 02:28 PM
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Somehow my name got pulled into this...I dunno how.....
mavericksam, Its true I got a scott speedster first and traded up after less than 5 months. Spent around 3k initially and finally popped 9k on the new bike. Having said that, I dont regret it one bit. I would not have made the decision to upgrade to the Foil if I had not had the chance to cycle on my beginner bike, join some like minded cycleholics and rekindle the simple pleasures of riding around, exploring new routes and riding my pants off. Also, I would not have had the b*lls to buy such an expensive bike without getting to know myself a little bit more, whether I would stick with the hobby. So I guess its the price I paid to educate myself. No regrets there. But, truth be told, I regret selling of my speedster, I wish I had kept it so that I could have used it as a touring bike |
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